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Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide Corporate Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 USA http://www.cisco.com Tel: 408 526-4000 800 553-NETS (6387) Fax: 408 526-4100 Customer Order Number: Text Part Number: OL-2155-02
Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide Corporate Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 USA http://www.cisco.com Tel: 408 526-4000 800 553-NETS (6387) Fax: 408 526-4100 Customer Order Number: Text Part Number: OL-2155-02
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... any interference to operate the product. Copyright © 1981, Regents of the University of Cisco Systems, Inc.; and certain other company. (0206R) Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide Copyright © 2002, Cisco Systems, Inc. THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. In that event, your...
... any interference to operate the product. Copyright © 1981, Regents of the University of Cisco Systems, Inc.; and certain other company. (0206R) Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide Copyright © 2002, Cisco Systems, Inc. THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. In that event, your...
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... and Console Ports 1-4 Ethernet Port 1-4 Console Port 1-4 Metal Enclosure 1-4 Indicators 1-5 Security Lock Feature 1-6 Network Configuration Examples 1-7 Root Unit on a Wired LAN 1-7 Repeater Unit That Extends Wireless Range 1-8 CONTENTS Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iii
... and Console Ports 1-4 Ethernet Port 1-4 Console Port 1-4 Metal Enclosure 1-4 Indicators 1-5 Security Lock Feature 1-6 Network Configuration Examples 1-7 Root Unit on a Wired LAN 1-7 Repeater Unit That Extends Wireless Range 1-8 CONTENTS Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iii
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... Setup Utility 3-3 Obtaining and Installing IPSU 3-3 Finding the Access Point's IP Address 3-3 Setting the Access Point IP Address and SSID 3-4 Entering Basic Settings 3-6 Using an Internet browser 3-6 Using a Terminal Emulator 3-9 Selecting Pages and Settings 3-9 Applying Changes to the Configuration 3-9 Assigning Basic Settings 3-9 Default Basic Settings 3-13 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iv OL-2155-02
... Setup Utility 3-3 Obtaining and Installing IPSU 3-3 Finding the Access Point's IP Address 3-3 Setting the Access Point IP Address and SSID 3-4 Entering Basic Settings 3-6 Using an Internet browser 3-6 Using a Terminal Emulator 3-9 Selecting Pages and Settings 3-9 Applying Changes to the Configuration 3-9 Assigning Basic Settings 3-9 Default Basic Settings 3-13 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iv OL-2155-02
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... Mounting on a Horizontal or Vertical Surface 4-3 Mounting on a Suspended Ceiling 4-4 Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Bracket 4-5 Securing the Access Point to the Mounting Bracket 4-5 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade 5-1 Overview 5-2 Unpacking the Radio 5-2 Opening the Access Cover 5-3 Removing a Blank Spacer Card 5-4 Removing a 2.4-GHz Radio 5-5 Installing a 2.4-... Installation Warning A-2 Explosive Device Proximity Warning A-3 Installation and Grounding Warning A-4 Lightning Activity Warning A-6 Installation Warning A-7 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide v
... Mounting on a Horizontal or Vertical Surface 4-3 Mounting on a Suspended Ceiling 4-4 Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Bracket 4-5 Securing the Access Point to the Mounting Bracket 4-5 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade 5-1 Overview 5-2 Unpacking the Radio 5-2 Opening the Access Cover 5-3 Removing a Blank Spacer Card 5-4 Removing a 2.4-GHz Radio 5-5 Installing a 2.4-... Installation Warning A-2 Explosive Device Proximity Warning A-3 Installation and Grounding Warning A-4 Lightning Activity Warning A-6 Installation Warning A-7 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide v
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..., Iceland, and Liechtenstein B-4 Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC B-4 Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure B-6 Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan B-6 Japanese Translation B-6 English Translation B-7 Console Cable Pinouts C-1 Overview C-2 Console Port Signals and Pinouts C-2 Channels and Antenna Settings D-1 Channels D-2....11a (5-GHz Band) D-3 Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains D-4 IEEE 802.11b (2.4 GHz Band) D-4 IEEE 802.11a (5-GHz Band) D-6 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide vi OL-2155-02
..., Iceland, and Liechtenstein B-4 Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC B-4 Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure B-6 Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan B-6 Japanese Translation B-6 English Translation B-7 Console Cable Pinouts C-1 Overview C-2 Console Port Signals and Pinouts C-2 Channels and Antenna Settings D-1 Channels D-2....11a (5-GHz Band) D-3 Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains D-4 IEEE 802.11b (2.4 GHz Band) D-4 IEEE 802.11a (5-GHz Band) D-6 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide vi OL-2155-02
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...," provides solutions to enter basic configuration settings. Chapter 6, "5-GHz Radio Module Upgrade," provides instructions for the first time. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide vii Appendix B, "Declarations of access points. Organization This guide contains the following sections: Chapter 1, "Overview," describes the features and specifications of Conformity and Regulatory Information," describes the...
...," provides solutions to enter basic configuration settings. Chapter 6, "5-GHz Radio Module Upgrade," provides instructions for the first time. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide vii Appendix B, "Declarations of access points. Organization This guide contains the following sections: Chapter 1, "Overview," describes the features and specifications of Conformity and Regulatory Information," describes the...
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.../index.htm Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide viii OL-2155-02 In this manual. This document is included in this situation, you work on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/airo1200/accsspts/index.htm • Release Notes for Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point describes features...
.../index.htm Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide viii OL-2155-02 In this manual. This document is included in this situation, you work on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/airo1200/accsspts/index.htm • Release Notes for Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point describes features...
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... Obtaining Documentation These sections explain how to obtain documentation from the Networking Products MarketPlace: http://www.cisco.com/cgi-bin/order/order_root.pl OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ix Preface Obtaining Documentation • Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters Installation and Configuration Guide for Windows provides hardware features, physical and performance characteristics...
... Obtaining Documentation These sections explain how to obtain documentation from the Networking Products MarketPlace: http://www.cisco.com/cgi-bin/order/order_root.pl OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ix Preface Obtaining Documentation • Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters Installation and Configuration Guide for Windows provides hardware features, physical and performance characteristics...
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... or by calling 800 553-NETS (6387). To access Cisco.com, go /subscription • Nonregistered Cisco.com users can order documentation through the online Subscription Store: http://www.cisco.com/go to this URL: http://www.cisco.com Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide x OL-2155-02 In the Cisco Documentation home page, click the Fax or Email...
... or by calling 800 553-NETS (6387). To access Cisco.com, go /subscription • Nonregistered Cisco.com users can order documentation through the online Subscription Store: http://www.cisco.com/go to this URL: http://www.cisco.com Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide x OL-2155-02 In the Cisco Documentation home page, click the Fax or Email...
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...(P1)-Your production network is available. The Cisco TAC resource that you open a case online by using the TAC Case Open tool at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/687/Directory/DirTAC.shtml OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide xi When you can use ...the Cisco TAC Web Site to resolve P3 and P4 issues yourself, saving both ...
...(P1)-Your production network is available. The Cisco TAC resource that you open a case online by using the TAC Case Open tool at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/687/Directory/DirTAC.shtml OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide xi When you can use ...the Cisco TAC Web Site to resolve P3 and P4 issues yourself, saving both ...
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Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide xii OL-2155-02 When you call the center, please have available your service agreement number and your company is entitled: for example, SMARTnet, SMARTnet Onsite, or Network Supported Accounts (NSA). Obtaining Technical Assistance Preface Before calling, please check with your network operations center to determine the level of Cisco support services to which your product serial number.
Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide xii OL-2155-02 When you call the center, please have available your service agreement number and your company is entitled: for example, SMARTnet, SMARTnet Onsite, or Network Supported Accounts (NSA). Obtaining Technical Assistance Preface Before calling, please check with your network operations center to determine the level of Cisco support services to which your product serial number.
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...: • Key Features, page 1-2 • Network Configuration Examples, page 1-7 • Access Point Specifications, page 1-10 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-1 Each transceiver serves as the center point of a stand-alone wireless network or as they become available. Overview CH A P T E R 1 The Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point (hereafter called the access point) delivers a cost-effective, reliable, secure, and easily managed...
...: • Key Features, page 1-2 • Network Configuration Examples, page 1-7 • Access Point Specifications, page 1-10 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-1 Each transceiver serves as the center point of a stand-alone wireless network or as they become available. Overview CH A P T E R 1 The Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point (hereafter called the access point) delivers a cost-effective, reliable, secure, and easily managed...
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...wireless LAN transceiver that operates in two of the access point: • Single- or dual-band radio capability. 5-GHz Radio Module The 5-GHz radio module connects to secure the access point using a security cable - External power module • Metal enclosure supports installation within environmental air... Radio Card The 2.4-GHz mini-PCI radio card connects to 5.35 GHz Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-2155-02 Field-upgrade to provide the access point with UL 2043 test requirements) • Industrial temperature rating • Dual...
...wireless LAN transceiver that operates in two of the access point: • Single- or dual-band radio capability. 5-GHz Radio Module The 5-GHz radio module connects to secure the access point using a security cable - External power module • Metal enclosure supports installation within environmental air... Radio Card The 2.4-GHz mini-PCI radio card connects to 5.35 GHz Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-2155-02 Field-upgrade to provide the access point with UL 2043 test requirements) • Industrial temperature rating • Dual...
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...two power sources on the back of the access point and plug the other Ethernet-ready devices can damage the equipment. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 A switch with Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Points only. Note Both the Ethernet and console...1200 series power module to which the access point is connected. Note Only the 1200 series power injector and the 1200 series power module can receive power through an external power module or through inline power using in a building's environmental air space, such as the Cisco...
...two power sources on the back of the access point and plug the other Ethernet-ready devices can damage the equipment. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 A switch with Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Points only. Note Both the Ethernet and console...1200 series power module to which the access point is connected. Note Only the 1200 series power injector and the 1200 series power module can receive power through an external power module or through inline power using in a building's environmental air space, such as the Cisco...
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...access point complying with regulatory requirements for environmental air space with Section 300-22(c) of the unit for the 2.4-GHz radio. Diversity coverage helps maintain a clear radio signal between the access point and wireless client devices. The console port provides access to the access point's management system using a 5-GHz radio, Cisco... with its antennas pointing down. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-2155-02 The access point can use to connect a single antenna or dual diversity antennas to the access point's serial console port...
...access point complying with regulatory requirements for environmental air space with Section 300-22(c) of the unit for the 2.4-GHz radio. Diversity coverage helps maintain a clear radio signal between the access point and wireless client devices. The console port provides access to the access point's management system using a 5-GHz radio, Cisco... with its antennas pointing down. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-2155-02 The access point can use to connect a single antenna or dual diversity antennas to the access point's serial console port...
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... indicators are used for both 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radio operation. This indicator blinks green when a packet is associated with any wireless client devices. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Steady green indicates that the access point is operating normally but it blinks green whenever a packet is not associated with at least one...
... indicators are used for both 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radio operation. This indicator blinks green when a packet is associated with any wireless client devices. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Steady green indicates that the access point is operating normally but it blinks green whenever a packet is not associated with at least one...
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Figure 1-2 Access Point Security Points 12 3 74344 1 Security cable keyhole 2 5-GHz module slot access cover 3 Security hasp for padlock Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-6 OL-2155-02 Compatible padlocks are not accessible. When using a standard security cable, such as the security cables used on laptop computers. The security cable keyhole allows you to secure the access point using the...
Figure 1-2 Access Point Security Points 12 3 74344 1 Security cable keyhole 2 5-GHz module slot access cover 3 Security hasp for padlock Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-6 OL-2155-02 Compatible padlocks are not accessible. When using a standard security cable, such as the security cables used on laptop computers. The security cable keyhole allows you to secure the access point using the...
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... following network configuration examples apply to both 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz wireless LANs. Root Unit on a Wired LAN Access Point (Root Unit) Wired LAN Access Point (Root Unit) 65999 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-7 As users move out of range of a facility to another access point. Chapter 1 Overview Network Configuration Examples Network Configuration Examples This section...
... following network configuration examples apply to both 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz wireless LANs. Root Unit on a Wired LAN Access Point (Root Unit) Wired LAN Access Point (Root Unit) 65999 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-7 As users move out of range of a facility to another access point. Chapter 1 Overview Network Configuration Examples Network Configuration Examples This section...
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The data is sent through the route that blocks radio communication. Figure 1-4 shows an access point acting as Repeater Access Point (Root Unit) Wired LAN Access Point (Repeater) 66000 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-2155-02 Figure 1-4 Access Point as a repeater. The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN by sending packets to either another repeater or...
The data is sent through the route that blocks radio communication. Figure 1-4 shows an access point acting as Repeater Access Point (Root Unit) Wired LAN Access Point (Repeater) 66000 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-2155-02 Figure 1-4 Access Point as a repeater. The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN by sending packets to either another repeater or...