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...radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to one of Class A devices: This equipment has been tested and found to operate the product. All other of actual IP addresses in this document are designed to radio communications. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware... Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO LOCATE THE SOFTWARE LICENSE OR LIMITED WARRANTY, CONTACT YOUR...
...radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to one of Class A devices: This equipment has been tested and found to operate the product. All other of actual IP addresses in this document are designed to radio communications. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware... Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO LOCATE THE SOFTWARE LICENSE OR LIMITED WARRANTY, CONTACT YOUR...
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... Guidelines xiv Overview 1-1 Product Terminology 1-1 Autonomous Access Points 1-1 Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Hardware Features 1-3 Single or Dual-Radio Operation 1-5 Antennas Supported 1-5 Ethernet Port 1-5 Console Port 1-5 LEDs 1-6 Power Sources 1-6 UL 2043 Certification 1-7 Anti-Theft Features 1-7 Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points 1-8 Root Access Point on a Wired LAN 1-9 Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 1-10 Central Unit in an...
... Guidelines xiv Overview 1-1 Product Terminology 1-1 Autonomous Access Points 1-1 Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Hardware Features 1-3 Single or Dual-Radio Operation 1-5 Antennas Supported 1-5 Ethernet Port 1-5 Console Port 1-5 LEDs 1-6 Power Sources 1-6 UL 2043 Certification 1-7 Anti-Theft Features 1-7 Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points 1-8 Root Access Point on a Wired LAN 1-9 Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 1-10 Central Unit in an...
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...CONSOLE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMARY OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 Figure 1-1 Access Point with antennas. Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features • The lightweight access point console port is enabled for a list of the access point include: • Dual-radio operation (see page 1-5) ...1-6) • UL 2043 certification (see page 1-6) • Anti-theft features (see page 1-6) Refer to Appendix C, "Access Point Specifications," for monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the...
...CONSOLE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMARY OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 Figure 1-1 Access Point with antennas. Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features • The lightweight access point console port is enabled for a list of the access point include: • Dual-radio operation (see page 1-5) ...1-6) • UL 2043 certification (see page 1-6) • Anti-theft features (see page 1-6) Refer to Appendix C, "Access Point Specifications," for monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the...
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... connector end of the access point. 135435 Hardware Features Chapter 1 Overview Figure 1-2 illustrates the 2.4-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 1-2 Access Point 2.4 GHz Connector End 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 STATUS RADIO ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY 234 5 6 7 8 9 1 2.4-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary) 3 Security key slot 135436 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
... connector end of the access point. 135435 Hardware Features Chapter 1 Overview Figure 1-2 illustrates the 2.4-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 1-2 Access Point 2.4 GHz Connector End 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 STATUS RADIO ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY 234 5 6 7 8 9 1 2.4-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary) 3 Security key slot 135436 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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...antennas, refer to the Cisco Aironet 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Antennas and Accessories datasheet at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/ps469/products_data_sheets_list.html Ethernet Port The auto-sensing Ethernet port (see Figure 1-2). The Ethernet MAC address is located on the end of the access point (refer to monitor the access point... Product Serial Number" section on the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radios. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 The 5-GHz radio incorporates an Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII)...
...antennas, refer to the Cisco Aironet 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Antennas and Accessories datasheet at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/ps469/products_data_sheets_list.html Ethernet Port The auto-sensing Ethernet port (see Figure 1-2). The Ethernet MAC address is located on the end of the access point (refer to monitor the access point... Product Serial Number" section on the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radios. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 The 5-GHz radio incorporates an Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII)...
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... Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to locate .... Statement 245B Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-8371-05 Statement 1004 Warning This product must be familiar with standard practices for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. FCC Safety Compliance Statement The FCC with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the...
... Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to locate .... Statement 245B Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-8371-05 Statement 1004 Warning This product must be familiar with standard practices for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. FCC Safety Compliance Statement The FCC with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the...
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...10 x 24 nut (for damage. Ensure that all persons. One mounting plate with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all items listed in ... Return all packing materials to comply with cable security bracket - Package Contents Each access point package contains the following items: • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point or Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Point • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Power Module (universal power module)-optional • Mounting hardware kit -...
...10 x 24 nut (for damage. Ensure that all persons. One mounting plate with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all items listed in ... Return all packing materials to comply with cable security bracket - Package Contents Each access point package contains the following items: • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point or Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Point • Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Power Module (universal power module)-optional • Mounting hardware kit -...
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...preformed. • Ensure that your access points. f. Attach your network infrastructure devices are connected to the Mounting Plate" section on page 2-10). - OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 For specific ...Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf" section on page 4-3. Above a suspended ceiling (see the "Attaching the Access Point to switch trunk ports. - Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network Deploying the Access Points on page 2-11). - Ensure that your access point...
...preformed. • Ensure that your access points. f. Attach your network infrastructure devices are connected to the Mounting Plate" section on page 2-10). - OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 For specific ...Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf" section on page 4-3. Above a suspended ceiling (see the "Attaching the Access Point to switch trunk ports. - Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network Deploying the Access Points on page 2-11). - Ensure that your access point...
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... (right/primary) Figure 2-2 illustrates the 5-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 2-1 Access Point 2.4-GHz Connector End 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 STATUS RADIO ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY 234 5 6 7 8 9 1 2.4-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary 3 Security key slot ) Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-8371-05 A master controller should only be...
... (right/primary) Figure 2-2 illustrates the 5-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 2-1 Access Point 2.4-GHz Connector End 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 STATUS RADIO ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY 234 5 6 7 8 9 1 2.4-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary 3 Security key slot ) Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-8371-05 A master controller should only be...
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... for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above and below) Caution The access point, the antennas, and the power source (power injector or power module) are ready. Figure 2-3 Mounting Plate 1 Key hole clips 2 Cable access openings 3 Locking detent 4 Ceiling or...Figure 2-3 to mark the positions of the mounting holes for your installation. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Mounting Overview Mounting Overview You can use the mounting plate as walls or ceilings •...
... for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above and below) Caution The access point, the antennas, and the power source (power injector or power module) are ready. Figure 2-3 Mounting Plate 1 Key hole clips 2 Cable access openings 3 Locking detent 4 Ceiling or...Figure 2-3 to mark the positions of the mounting holes for your installation. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Mounting Overview Mounting Overview You can use the mounting plate as walls or ceilings •...
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... access point mounting plate is operating (see the "Attaching the Access Point to tighten the T-rail clip studs in the mounting plate. Verify the access point is designed to mount the access point. You may need additional security, refer to tighten the Keps nuts. The spacer's legs should contact the suspended ceiling T-rail. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
... access point mounting plate is operating (see the "Attaching the Access Point to tighten the T-rail clip studs in the mounting plate. Verify the access point is designed to mount the access point. You may need additional security, refer to tighten the Keps nuts. The spacer's legs should contact the suspended ceiling T-rail. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
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... shield the user from the hot bottom surface of the access point when movement of the access point may be used to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Adjust the height of the T-bar box hanger to provide antenna clearance above the ceiling tile using the height adjusting screws...
... shield the user from the hot bottom surface of the access point when movement of the access point may be used to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Adjust the height of the T-bar box hanger to provide antenna clearance above the ceiling tile using the height adjusting screws...
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...shut down (see Figure 2-9). Connect the Ethernet cable to the access point 48-VDC connector. Note The keyhole clips on the access point. If not using a phillips screw driver. Connect only antennas or antenna cables with blue dots or labels to the mounting plate using... the cable security bracket pointing down the port to which the access point is connected to Ethernet in one direction onto the access point. Step 2 Remove the two screws that attach the bracket to the access point's 5-GHz antenna connectors. 2-16 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL...
...shut down (see Figure 2-9). Connect the Ethernet cable to the access point 48-VDC connector. Note The keyhole clips on the access point. If not using a phillips screw driver. Connect only antennas or antenna cables with blue dots or labels to the mounting plate using... the cable security bracket pointing down the port to which the access point is connected to Ethernet in one direction onto the access point. Step 2 Remove the two screws that attach the bracket to the access point's 5-GHz antenna connectors. 2-16 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL...
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...With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Autonomous Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-AP1242G-A-K9 Lightweight Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-A-K9 FCC Certification number: LDK102056 Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose,... correct the interference by one of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an... of the FCC Rules. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-2 OL-8371-05
...With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Autonomous Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-AP1242G-A-K9 Lightweight Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-A-K9 FCC Certification number: LDK102056 Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose,... correct the interference by one of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an... of the FCC Rules. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-2 OL-8371-05
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...for harmful interference to operate this frequency when using the integrated antennas. VCCI-B Industry Canada Autonomous Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-AP1242G-A-K9 Lightweight Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-A-K9 Certification number: 2461B-102055 Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B ...near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio Interference. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-3 Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. If this is a...
...for harmful interference to operate this frequency when using the integrated antennas. VCCI-B Industry Canada Autonomous Access Point Models: AIR-AP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-AP1242G-A-K9 Lightweight Access Point Models: AIR-LAP1242AG-A-K9 AIR-LAP1242G-A-K9 Certification number: 2461B-102055 Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B ...near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio Interference. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-3 Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. If this is a...
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...RF Exposure from radio frequency devices as defined in Evaluating Compliance with the access point. Note Dual antennas used with FCC Guidelines for diversity operation are compliant with the access point. Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity for RF...body or nearby persons. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7 The equipment should be installed to maintain a minimum 20 cm (7.9 in .) from other FCC approved indoor/outdoor antennas used for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency ...
...RF Exposure from radio frequency devices as defined in Evaluating Compliance with the access point. Note Dual antennas used with FCC Guidelines for diversity operation are compliant with the access point. Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity for RF...body or nearby persons. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7 The equipment should be installed to maintain a minimum 20 cm (7.9 in .) from other FCC approved indoor/outdoor antennas used for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency ...
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...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Any combination of output power and antenna resulting in an eirp level above the regulatory limit is illegal and is restricted to 10 dBm eirp Antenna (Cisco P/N) Gain (dBi) Table 2: Dedicated antennas for 5 GHz Freq Band (MHz) Regulatory eirp Limit (dBm) Max Power Setting (dBm) Antenna Description AIR... and Regulatory Information Annex to DofC# 456136rev1 Information on Antennas and Power Levels The AIR-(L)AP1242AG-E-K9 is equipped with the product against the essential requirements of the Directive...
...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Any combination of output power and antenna resulting in an eirp level above the regulatory limit is illegal and is restricted to 10 dBm eirp Antenna (Cisco P/N) Gain (dBi) Table 2: Dedicated antennas for 5 GHz Freq Band (MHz) Regulatory eirp Limit (dBm) Max Power Setting (dBm) Antenna Description AIR... and Regulatory Information Annex to DofC# 456136rev1 Information on Antennas and Power Levels The AIR-(L)AP1242AG-E-K9 is equipped with the product against the essential requirements of the Directive...
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..., and radio traffic. power connector (for serial console port connections; Connectors 2.4 GHz end panel (left to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; RJ-45 connector for the 1240AG series access point. C A P P E N D I X Access Point Specifications Table C-1 lists the technical specifications for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet connections; W x 8.5 in 48VDC AC power module); RJ-... and 9 Mbps) QPSK (12 Mbps and 18 Mbps) 16-QAM (24 and 36 Mbps) 64-QAM (48 and 54 Mbps) OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-1 D x 1.1 in .
..., and radio traffic. power connector (for serial console port connections; Connectors 2.4 GHz end panel (left to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; RJ-45 connector for the 1240AG series access point. C A P P E N D I X Access Point Specifications Table C-1 lists the technical specifications for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet connections; W x 8.5 in 48VDC AC power module); RJ-... and 9 Mbps) QPSK (12 Mbps and 18 Mbps) 16-QAM (24 and 36 Mbps) 64-QAM (48 and 54 Mbps) OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-1 D x 1.1 in .
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...access point 2 mW (2 dBm) is installed) 1 mW (-1 dBm) Lightweight access point (AIR-LAP1242AG) 50 mW (17 dBm) 25 mW (14 dBm) 12 mW (11 dBm) 6 mW (8 dBm) 3 mW (5 dBm) 2 mW (2 dBm) 1 mW (-1 dBm) (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) A diversity system with two external antenna...access point is installed) 5.15 to 5.25 GHz 5.25 to 5.35 GHz 5.475 to 5.725 GHz 5.725 to 5.85 GHz (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
...access point 2 mW (2 dBm) is installed) 1 mW (-1 dBm) Lightweight access point (AIR-LAP1242AG) 50 mW (17 dBm) 25 mW (14 dBm) 12 mW (11 dBm) 6 mW (8 dBm) 3 mW (5 dBm) 2 mW (2 dBm) 1 mW (-1 dBm) (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) A diversity system with two external antenna...access point is installed) 5.15 to 5.25 GHz 5.25 to 5.35 GHz 5.475 to 5.725 GHz 5.725 to 5.85 GHz (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
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... m) @ 9 Mbps 650 ft (198 m) @ 6 Mbps Note Measured with 3.5 dBi Omni-directional antenna Note Measured with a 2.2 dBi dipole antenna The 1240 series access point complies with UL 2043 for operation in a building's environmental air space; Designed to UL 2043 for products installed in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. no other power injectors or... Japan ARIB-STD-66 Europe EN-300.328 FCC Part 15.407 Canada RSS-210 Japan ARIB STD-T71 EN 301.893 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-3
... m) @ 9 Mbps 650 ft (198 m) @ 6 Mbps Note Measured with 3.5 dBi Omni-directional antenna Note Measured with a 2.2 dBi dipole antenna The 1240 series access point complies with UL 2043 for operation in a building's environmental air space; Designed to UL 2043 for products installed in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. no other power injectors or... Japan ARIB-STD-66 Europe EN-300.328 FCC Part 15.407 Canada RSS-210 Japan ARIB STD-T71 EN 301.893 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-3