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... measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to Increase Your Internet Quotient, and TransPath are the property of Cisco Systems, Inc.; IN NO EVENT SHALL CISCO OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, ...to provide reasonable protection against such interference in the United States and certain other company. (0502R) Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE...
... measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to Increase Your Internet Quotient, and TransPath are the property of Cisco Systems, Inc.; IN NO EVENT SHALL CISCO OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, ...to provide reasonable protection against such interference in the United States and certain other company. (0502R) Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2005 Cisco Systems, Inc. THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE...
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...2-4 Installation Summary 2-6 Connecting the 2.4-GHz Antennas 2-6 Connecting the 5-GHz External Antennas 2-7 Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables 2-8 Connecting to an Ethernet Network with an Inline Power Source 2-9 Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power 2-9 Powering Up the Access Point 2-10 3 C H A P T E R Configuring the Access Point for the First Time 3-1 Before You ...Types 3-11 Express Security Limitations 3-12 Using the Express Security Page 3-13 Assigning an IP Address Using the CLI 3-14 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iv OL-4310-05
...2-4 Installation Summary 2-6 Connecting the 2.4-GHz Antennas 2-6 Connecting the 5-GHz External Antennas 2-7 Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables 2-8 Connecting to an Ethernet Network with an Inline Power Source 2-9 Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power 2-9 Powering Up the Access Point 2-10 3 C H A P T E R Configuring the Access Point for the First Time 3-1 Before You ...Types 3-11 Express Security Limitations 3-12 Using the Express Security Page 3-13 Assigning an IP Address Using the CLI 3-14 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iv OL-4310-05
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...10 Obtaining the Access Point Image File 9-11 Obtaining the TFTP Server Software 9-12 Translated Safety Warnings A-1 Statement 245B-Explosive Device Proximity Warning A-2 Statement 332-Antenna Installation Warning ...Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan B-6 Japanese Translation B-6 English Translation B-7 Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan B-7 Access Points with IEEE 802.11a Radios B-7 Chinese Translation B-7 English Translation B-7 All Access Points B-8 Chinese Translation B-8 English Translation B-8 Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil B-9 Access Point...
...10 Obtaining the Access Point Image File 9-11 Obtaining the TFTP Server Software 9-12 Translated Safety Warnings A-1 Statement 245B-Explosive Device Proximity Warning A-2 Statement 332-Antenna Installation Warning ...Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan B-6 Japanese Translation B-6 English Translation B-7 Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan B-7 Access Points with IEEE 802.11a Radios B-7 Chinese Translation B-7 English Translation B-7 All Access Points B-8 Chinese Translation B-8 English Translation B-8 Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil B-9 Access Point...
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... the serial console cable that appear in angle brackets (< >). Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide x OL-4310-05 Appendix D, "Channels and Antenna Settings," lists the access point radio channels and the maximum power levels supported by the world...Regulatory Information," provides declarations of the safety warnings that connects to the access point's serial console port. Appendix C, "Access Point Specifications," lists technical specifications for upgrading the access point 5-GHz radio. Interactive examples use these conventions and symbols: Tip ...
... the serial console cable that appear in angle brackets (< >). Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide x OL-4310-05 Appendix D, "Channels and Antenna Settings," lists the access point radio channels and the maximum power levels supported by the world...Regulatory Information," provides declarations of the safety warnings that connects to the access point's serial console port. Appendix C, "Access Point Specifications," lists technical specifications for upgrading the access point 5-GHz radio. Interactive examples use these conventions and symbols: Tip ...
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...-4310-05 You can also upgrade an access point configured for single-radio operation to the access point's modified card bus connector and is available in the access point settling on one radio of access point specifications. Requires Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA or later • IEEE 802.11a radio module with integrated antenna, hereafter called the RM21A radio module...
...-4310-05 You can also upgrade an access point configured for single-radio operation to the access point's modified card bus connector and is available in the access point settling on one radio of access point specifications. Requires Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA or later • IEEE 802.11a radio module with integrated antenna, hereafter called the RM21A radio module...
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CH A P T E R 2 Installing the Access Point This chapter describes the setup of the access point and includes the following sections: • Safety Information, page 2-2 • Warnings, page 2-2 • Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-3 • Basic Installation Guidelines, page 2-3 • Before Beginning the Installation, page 2-4 • Installation Summary, page 2-6 • Connecting the 2.4-GHz Antennas, page 2-6 • Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-8 OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-1
CH A P T E R 2 Installing the Access Point This chapter describes the setup of the access point and includes the following sections: • Safety Information, page 2-2 • Warnings, page 2-2 • Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-3 • Basic Installation Guidelines, page 2-3 • Before Beginning the Installation, page 2-4 • Installation Summary, page 2-6 • Connecting the 2.4-GHz Antennas, page 2-6 • Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-8 OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-1
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...antenna is limited to the constraints posed by FCC certified equipment. Proper installation of this radio according to the instructions found in user exposure that is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless... operation and safe use of the access point. General Safety Guidelines • Do not touch or move antenna(s) while the unit is transmitting or...The use . Statement 1001 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-4310-05 Safety Information Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Safety Information Follow the ...
...antenna is limited to the constraints posed by FCC certified equipment. Proper installation of this radio according to the instructions found in user exposure that is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless... operation and safe use of the access point. General Safety Guidelines • Do not touch or move antenna(s) while the unit is transmitting or...The use . Statement 1001 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-4310-05 Safety Information Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Safety Information Follow the ...
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... you plan to mount the access point with its antennas pointing down. no other power injectors or power modules have been tested to the 2.4-GHz antenna connectors. Before Beginning the Installation Before you mount the access point horizontally with a 5-GHz radio in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-4 OL...
... you plan to mount the access point with its antennas pointing down. no other power injectors or power modules have been tested to the 2.4-GHz antenna connectors. Before Beginning the Installation Before you mount the access point horizontally with a 5-GHz radio in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-4 OL...
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OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Before Beginning the Installation Figure 2-2 1 Access Point with 5-GHz Radio Module (RM20A or RM21A) 1 2 3 74631 1 Module mounting screws 2 Integrated antenna in patch position (RM20A or RM21A radio module) 3 Access point Figure 2-3 RM22A Radio Module with External RP-TNC Antenna Connectors ] 1 Left 5-GHz antenna connector (RP-TNC...
OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Before Beginning the Installation Figure 2-2 1 Access Point with 5-GHz Radio Module (RM20A or RM21A) 1 2 3 74631 1 Module mounting screws 2 Integrated antenna in patch position (RM20A or RM21A radio module) 3 Access point Figure 2-3 RM22A Radio Module with External RP-TNC Antenna Connectors ] 1 Left 5-GHz antenna connector (RP-TNC...
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.../Primary (RP-TNC) antenna connector on how you intend to mount the access point. • On a table or desk, orient the antenna straight up . • On a ceiling, orient the antenna straight down. If you are used for the 2.4-GHz radio. Connecting the 2.4-GHz Antennas The access point supports a single antenna or dual diversity antennas. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
.../Primary (RP-TNC) antenna connector on how you intend to mount the access point. • On a table or desk, orient the antenna straight up . • On a ceiling, orient the antenna straight down. If you are used for the 2.4-GHz radio. Connecting the 2.4-GHz Antennas The access point supports a single antenna or dual diversity antennas. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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... module, follow these steps: Step 1 Attach the Cisco Aironet 5-GHz antenna cable to the instructions that came with a single antenna or dual diversity antennas. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 If you are used for use with your antenna. Step 2 To mount your Cisco Aironet antenna, refer to the Right/Primary 5-GHz (RP-TNC...
... module, follow these steps: Step 1 Attach the Cisco Aironet 5-GHz antenna cable to the instructions that came with a single antenna or dual diversity antennas. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 If you are used for use with your antenna. Step 2 To mount your Cisco Aironet antenna, refer to the Right/Primary 5-GHz (RP-TNC...
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... Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point provides adequate fire resistance and low smoke-producing characteristics suitable for environmental air space after the 5-GHz radio is detachable, you intend to mark the positions of the following surfaces: • Horizontal or vertical flat surfaces, such as walls or ceilings • Suspended ceilings The access point ships with its antennas pointing...
... Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point provides adequate fire resistance and low smoke-producing characteristics suitable for environmental air space after the 5-GHz radio is detachable, you intend to mark the positions of the following surfaces: • Horizontal or vertical flat surfaces, such as walls or ceilings • Suspended ceilings The access point ships with its antennas pointing...
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... a building's environmental air space, such as the Erico 512A and BHC, you orient the access point antenna just above the tiles of a standard ceiling tile. Figure 6-3 Mounting Bracket Parts 4 3 5 6 2 1 3 7 2 1 95740 1 Suspended ceiling T-rail 2 T-rail clip 3 Height adjustment screw 4 T-bar box hanger 5 Bracket mounting clip 6 Access point mounting bracket 7 Access point OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
... a building's environmental air space, such as the Erico 512A and BHC, you orient the access point antenna just above the tiles of a standard ceiling tile. Figure 6-3 Mounting Bracket Parts 4 3 5 6 2 1 3 7 2 1 95740 1 Suspended ceiling T-rail 2 T-rail clip 3 Height adjustment screw 4 T-bar box hanger 5 Bracket mounting clip 6 Access point mounting bracket 7 Access point OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
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... location in the ceiling where you will mount the access point and remove an adjacent ceiling tile. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 6-6 OL-4310-05 Orient the access point 2-GHz antennas so that they are pointing down when mounted on the access point mounting bracket. Orient the 5-GHz antenna for patch or omnidirectional operation as desired. Mounting Above...
... location in the ceiling where you will mount the access point and remove an adjacent ceiling tile. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 6-6 OL-4310-05 Orient the access point 2-GHz antennas so that they are pointing down when mounted on the access point mounting bracket. Orient the 5-GHz antenna for patch or omnidirectional operation as desired. Mounting Above...
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... using the height adjusting screws (refer to Figure 6-3). Connect a drop wire to the ceiling grid T-rails. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 6-7 Attach and adjust the antenna(s) or antenna cables. Make sure the clips are Master Lock models 120T or 121T. Attach the T-rail clips on the mounting bracket...
... using the height adjusting screws (refer to Figure 6-3). Connect a drop wire to the ceiling grid T-rails. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 6-7 Attach and adjust the antenna(s) or antenna cables. Make sure the clips are Master Lock models 120T or 121T. Attach the T-rail clips on the mounting bracket...
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... board springs up. To remove the blank spacer card from improper handling. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 7-4 OL-4310-05 You must remove the blank spacer card prior to remove the antenna wires. Removing a Blank Spacer Card Chapter 7 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade Removing ...a Blank Spacer Card When your access point is not factory-configured with a 2.4-GHz radio, it contains a blank spacer card...
... board springs up. To remove the blank spacer card from improper handling. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 7-4 OL-4310-05 You must remove the blank spacer card prior to remove the antenna wires. Removing a Blank Spacer Card Chapter 7 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade Removing ...a Blank Spacer Card When your access point is not factory-configured with a 2.4-GHz radio, it contains a blank spacer card...
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... card, go to carefully remove the antenna wire connectors from your access point, follow these steps: Caution The internal access point components and the 2.4-GHz radio can be damaged by their connectors. Caution To avoid damaging the antenna wire assemblies, handle them by ESD from...Caution To avoid damaging the antenna wire assemblies, handle them by using a pair of long-nose pliers during the removal process. Step 1 Use your fingers to the "Installing a 2.4-GHz Radio" section. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 7-5 Removing ...
... card, go to carefully remove the antenna wire connectors from your access point, follow these steps: Caution The internal access point components and the 2.4-GHz radio can be damaged by their connectors. Caution To avoid damaging the antenna wire assemblies, handle them by ESD from...Caution To avoid damaging the antenna wire assemblies, handle them by using a pair of long-nose pliers during the removal process. Step 1 Use your fingers to the "Installing a 2.4-GHz Radio" section. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 7-5 Removing ...
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... remove the Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz radio card from improper handling. Figure 7-4 Antenna Connector Labels and Mini-PCI Connector 1 MAIN AUX 2 3 74251 1 Antenna connector (black wire) 2 Antenna connector (white wire) 3 Mini-PCI connector Step 4 Connect the white antenna wire connector to the radio card antenna connector marked by their connectors. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware...
... remove the Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz radio card from improper handling. Figure 7-4 Antenna Connector Labels and Mini-PCI Connector 1 MAIN AUX 2 3 74251 1 Antenna connector (black wire) 2 Antenna connector (white wire) 3 Mini-PCI connector Step 4 Connect the white antenna wire connector to the radio card antenna connector marked by their connectors. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware...
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... directions until it clicks into the access point's mini-PCI connector by following these steps: a. Push the card into the mini-PCI connector until they are aligned with the mini-PCI connector (see Figure 7-4). Caution Do not allow antenna connectors to touch while power is applied..., or the radio can be up to three labels affixed to the case. Step 6 Step 7 b. Depending on your access point. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 7-8 OL-4310-05 Tilt the...
... directions until it clicks into the access point's mini-PCI connector by following these steps: a. Push the card into the mini-PCI connector until they are aligned with the mini-PCI connector (see Figure 7-4). Caution Do not allow antenna connectors to touch while power is applied..., or the radio can be up to three labels affixed to the case. Step 6 Step 7 b. Depending on your access point. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 7-8 OL-4310-05 Tilt the...
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... screws 2 5-GHz radio module antenna 3 Access point Note Do not attempt to remove the mounting screws from the access point. they are captured in the module housing. Place the access point on a flat surface so that the unit is upright with the front end facing you. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 8-3 Unscrew the...
... screws 2 5-GHz radio module antenna 3 Access point Note Do not attempt to remove the mounting screws from the access point. they are captured in the module housing. Place the access point on a flat surface so that the unit is upright with the front end facing you. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 8-3 Unscrew the...