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... 1-2 Dual-Radio Operation 1-2 LEDs 1-3 Ethernet Port 1-3 Console Port 1-4 Power Sources 1-4 UL 2043 Certification 1-4 Anti-Theft Features 1-5 Network Configuration Examples 1-5 Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network 1-5 Root Access Point on a Wired LAN 1-6 Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 1-7 Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration 1-7 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iii
... 1-2 Dual-Radio Operation 1-2 LEDs 1-3 Ethernet Port 1-3 Console Port 1-4 Power Sources 1-4 UL 2043 Certification 1-4 Anti-Theft Features 1-5 Network Configuration Examples 1-5 Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network 1-5 Root Access Point on a Wired LAN 1-6 Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 1-7 Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration 1-7 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iii
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Contents Workgroup Bridge Configuration 1-8 2 C H A P T E R Installing the Access Point 2-1 Safety Information 2-2 FCC Safety...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 Start 3-2 Resetting the Access Point to Default Settings 3-2 Using the... Assigning Basic Settings 3-4 Default Settings on the Express Setup Page 3-8 Enabling the Radio Interfaces 3-9 Configuring Basic Security Settings 3-9 Understanding Express Security Settings 3-11 Using VLANs 3-11 Express Security Types 3-11 ...
Contents Workgroup Bridge Configuration 1-8 2 C H A P T E R Installing the Access Point 2-1 Safety Information 2-2 FCC Safety...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 Start 3-2 Resetting the Access Point to Default Settings 3-2 Using the... Assigning Basic Settings 3-4 Default Settings on the Express Setup Page 3-8 Enabling the Radio Interfaces 3-9 Configuring Basic Security Settings 3-9 Understanding Express Security Settings 3-11 Using VLANs 3-11 Express Security Types 3-11 ...
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... 9-4 SSID 9-5 WEP Keys 9-5 Security Settings 9-5 Running the Carrier Busy Test 9-5 Running the Ping or Link Test 9-6 Resetting to the Default Configuration 9-7 Using the MODE Button 9-7 Using the Web Browser Interface 9-8 Reloading the Access Point Image 9-8 Using the MODE button 9-9 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide vi OL-4310-05
... 9-4 SSID 9-5 WEP Keys 9-5 Security Settings 9-5 Running the Carrier Busy Test 9-5 Running the Ping or Link Test 9-6 Resetting to the Default Configuration 9-7 Using the MODE Button 9-7 Using the Web Browser Interface 9-8 Reloading the Access Point Image 9-8 Using the MODE button 9-9 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide vi OL-4310-05
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... access point's role in your network. For configuration information refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for completely configuring the access point using Cisco IOS commands to configure your access point. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ix... and provides an installation summary, safety warnings, and general guidelines. For detailed information about the standard Cisco IOS Release 12.3 commands, refer to configure basic settings on using the GUI or the CLI. For information about these chapters: Chapter 1, "Overview...
... access point's role in your network. For configuration information refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for completely configuring the access point using Cisco IOS commands to configure your access point. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide ix... and provides an installation summary, safety warnings, and general guidelines. For detailed information about the standard Cisco IOS Release 12.3 commands, refer to configure basic settings on using the GUI or the CLI. For information about these chapters: Chapter 1, "Overview...
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... and Regulatory Information," provides declarations of the safety warnings that connects to mount the access point on a desktop, wall, or ceiling. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide x OL-4310-05 Chapter 8, "5-GHz Radio Module Upgrade," provides instructions for the access ... 5-GHz radio. Conventions Preface Chapter 4, "Using the Web-Browser Interface," describes how to use the web-browser interface to configure the access point. Appendix D, "Channels and Antenna Settings," lists the access point radio channels and the maximum power levels supported...
... and Regulatory Information," provides declarations of the safety warnings that connects to mount the access point on a desktop, wall, or ceiling. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide x OL-4310-05 Chapter 8, "5-GHz Radio Module Upgrade," provides instructions for the access ... 5-GHz radio. Conventions Preface Chapter 4, "Using the Web-Browser Interface," describes how to use the web-browser interface to configure the access point. Appendix D, "Channels and Antenna Settings," lists the access point radio channels and the maximum power levels supported...
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...versions of hardware and software installation, configuration, and command guides for ordering documentation using the Ordering tool: • Registered Cisco.com users (Cisco direct customers) can order documentation from the Ordering tool or Cisco Marketplace. Registered Cisco.com users (Cisco direct customers) can order a Product ...package, which may have access to the same documentation that is a comprehensive library of technical product documentation on the Cisco website without being connected to the Internet. The DVD enables you have shipped with your product. With the DVD...
...versions of hardware and software installation, configuration, and command guides for ordering documentation using the Ordering tool: • Registered Cisco.com users (Cisco direct customers) can order documentation from the Ordering tool or Cisco Marketplace. Registered Cisco.com users (Cisco direct customers) can order a Product ...package, which may have access to the same documentation that is a comprehensive library of technical product documentation on the Cisco website without being connected to the Internet. The DVD enables you have shipped with your product. With the DVD...
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... that combines mobility and flexibility with the enterprise-class features required by networking professionals. The 1200 series access point can configure the radios separately, using the command-line interface (CLI), the browser-based management system, or Simple Network Management Protocol... each radio. In large installations, wireless users within radio range of a stand-alone wireless network. Overview CH A P T E R 1 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Points provide a secure, affordable, and easy-to the network. With a management system based on the following topics: •...
... that combines mobility and flexibility with the enterprise-class features required by networking professionals. The 1200 series access point can configure the radios separately, using the command-line interface (CLI), the browser-based management system, or Simple Network Management Protocol... each radio. In large installations, wireless users within radio range of a stand-alone wireless network. Overview CH A P T E R 1 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Points provide a secure, affordable, and easy-to the network. With a management system based on the following topics: •...
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...module with integrated antenna, hereafter called 802.11g radio - Requires Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA or later All 5-GHz radio modules incorporate an Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) radio transceiver operating in three configurations: • IEEE 802.11a radio module with integrated antenna ... the RM21A radio module - Hardware Features Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features This section describes access point features. You can be initially configured at the factory for a list of these frequencies that the CB20A client radio does not support: channel 149 (5745 GHz), ...
...module with integrated antenna, hereafter called 802.11g radio - Requires Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA or later All 5-GHz radio modules incorporate an Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) radio transceiver operating in three configurations: • IEEE 802.11a radio module with integrated antenna ... the RM21A radio module - Hardware Features Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features This section describes access point features. You can be initially configured at the factory for a list of these frequencies that the CB20A client radio does not support: channel 149 (5745 GHz), ...
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... when a packet is not associated with at least one of the access point. Figure 1-1 shows the three status LEDs. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 To avoid this problem, set the channel on the RM21A or RM22A radio module to one...Ethernet Status Radio 86704 Ethernet Port The auto-sensing Ethernet port accepts an RJ-45 connector, linking the access point to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points. Blinking green indicates that the access point is printed on the label on the wired LAN, or Ethernet ...
... when a packet is not associated with at least one of the access point. Figure 1-1 shows the three status LEDs. OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 To avoid this problem, set the channel on the RM21A or RM22A radio module to one...Ethernet Status Radio 86704 Ethernet Port The auto-sensing Ethernet port accepts an RJ-45 connector, linking the access point to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points. Blinking green indicates that the access point is printed on the label on the wired LAN, or Ethernet ...
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... as above suspended ceilings. no flow control. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-4310-05 Caution Only the fiber-optic power injector (AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) has been tested to UL 2043 for access points configured with Sections 2-128, 12-010(3) and 12...been tested to UL 2043 and they should not be placed in a building's environmental air space, such as Cisco Catalyst 3500XL, 3550, 4500, or 6500 switches - Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ-FIB or AIR-PWRINJ3) - Other switches and patch panels might not provide enough power for a ...
... as above suspended ceilings. no flow control. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-4310-05 Caution Only the fiber-optic power injector (AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) has been tested to UL 2043 for access points configured with Sections 2-128, 12-010(3) and 12...been tested to UL 2043 and they should not be placed in a building's environmental air space, such as Cisco Catalyst 3500XL, 3550, 4500, or 6500 switches - Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ-FIB or AIR-PWRINJ3) - Other switches and patch panels might not provide enough power for a ...
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... 1-2 Access Point as a stand-alone root unit. The repeater role requires a specific configuration. Central Unit in an all -wireless network. Network Configuration Examples This section describes the access point's role in All-Wireless Network Access point 443 OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 it functions as a hub...
... 1-2 Access Point as a stand-alone root unit. The repeater role requires a specific configuration. Central Unit in an all -wireless network. Network Configuration Examples This section describes the access point's role in All-Wireless Network Access point 443 OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 it functions as a hub...
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... (associate) through another access point. Figure 1-3 Access Points as root units on a Wired LAN Access point Access point 135445 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-6 OL-4310-05 Network Configuration Examples Chapter 1 Overview Root Access Point on a Wired LAN An access point connected directly to the user. If more...
... (associate) through another access point. Figure 1-3 Access Points as root units on a Wired LAN Access point Access point 135445 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-6 OL-4310-05 Network Configuration Examples Chapter 1 Overview Root Access Point on a Wired LAN An access point connected directly to the user. If more...
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... Figure 1-4 Access Point as Repeater Access point Repeater 135444 Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration In a point-to -Point Bridge Configuration 117029 Root bridge Non-root bridge OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-7 Figure 1-4 shows an access ...point acting as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. Figure 1-5 Point-to -point bridge configuration, two bridges (root and non-root) connect two remote LAN networks using a wireless...
... Figure 1-4 Access Point as Repeater Access point Repeater 135444 Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration In a point-to -Point Bridge Configuration 117029 Root bridge Non-root bridge OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-7 Figure 1-4 shows an access ...point acting as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. Figure 1-5 Point-to -point bridge configuration, two bridges (root and non-root) connect two remote LAN networks using a wireless...
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... is that the wireless communication link can be over an approximate 1-mile range; This configuration enables the Ethernet-enabled devices pass Ethernet traffic to a Cisco Aironet root bridge as a wireless client device. Figure 1-7 Workgroup Bridge Configuration 2 Bridge Workgroup bridge 135499 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-4310-05 The main...
... is that the wireless communication link can be over an approximate 1-mile range; This configuration enables the Ethernet-enabled devices pass Ethernet traffic to a Cisco Aironet root bridge as a wireless client device. Figure 1-7 Workgroup Bridge Configuration 2 Bridge Workgroup bridge 135499 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-4310-05 The main...
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...to the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-8). • Configure basic settings (refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring the Access Point for the First Time"). • Configure security and other access point options. • Use the mounting kit to install the... access point on how you intend to mount the access point. • On a table or desk, orient the antenna straight up. • On a vertical surface, such as a desktop, book shelf, file cabinet, wall, or ceiling. Cisco...
...to the "Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-8). • Configure basic settings (refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring the Access Point for the First Time"). • Configure security and other access point options. • Use the mounting kit to install the... access point on how you intend to mount the access point. • On a table or desk, orient the antenna straight up. • On a vertical surface, such as a desktop, book shelf, file cabinet, wall, or ceiling. Cisco...
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...operating system, the Status LED blinks green signifying that you can monitor by observing the three LEDs on assigning basic settings to Chapter 3, "Configuring the Access Point for the First Time," for LED descriptions. When the sequence is complete, you are ready to complete. The sequence ...takes about 1 minute to obtain the access point's IP address and perform an initial configuration. Refer to the access point. 2-10 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-4310-05 When in an operational status, the Ethernet LED is ...
...operating system, the Status LED blinks green signifying that you can monitor by observing the three LEDs on assigning basic settings to Chapter 3, "Configuring the Access Point for the First Time," for LED descriptions. When the sequence is complete, you are ready to complete. The sequence ...takes about 1 minute to obtain the access point's IP address and perform an initial configuration. Refer to the access point. 2-10 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-4310-05 When in an operational status, the Ethernet LED is ...
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... and Assigning an IP Address, page 3-3 • Connecting to the Access Point Locally, page 3-4 • Assigning Basic Settings, page 3-4 • Configuring Basic Security Settings, page 3-9 • Assigning an IP Address Using the CLI, page 3-14 • Using a Telnet Session to Access the CLI,... page 3-14 OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-1 CH A P T E R 3 Configuring the Access Point for the First Time This chapter describes how to configure basic settings on your access point. You can configure all the settings described in the...
... and Assigning an IP Address, page 3-3 • Connecting to the Access Point Locally, page 3-4 • Assigning Basic Settings, page 3-4 • Configuring Basic Security Settings, page 3-9 • Assigning an IP Address Using the CLI, page 3-14 • Using a Telnet Session to Access the CLI,... page 3-14 OL-4310-05 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-1 CH A P T E R 3 Configuring the Access Point for the First Time This chapter describes how to configure basic settings on your access point. You can configure all the settings described in the...
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... point settings return to Defaults button. Click the Reset to factory defaults. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-2 OL-4310-05 Enter the access point password in the User Name field. Before You Start Chapter 3 Configuring the Access Point for the First Time Before You Start Before you install...
... point settings return to Defaults button. Click the Reset to factory defaults. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-2 OL-4310-05 Enter the access point password in the User Name field. Before You Start Chapter 3 Configuring the Access Point for the First Time Before You Start Before you install...
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... (refer to display the IP address. Default IP Address Behavior When you connect a 1200 series access point running Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA or later software with a default configuration to your LAN, the access point requests an IP address from your DHCP server and, if it does not ... query the DHCP server using one of the access point. - When you connect a 1200 series access point running Cisco IOS Release 12.2(15)JA2 or earlier software with a default configuration to the access point console port and assign a static IP address. Connect to the access point console port and...
... (refer to display the IP address. Default IP Address Behavior When you connect a 1200 series access point running Cisco IOS Release 12.3(2)JA or later software with a default configuration to your LAN, the access point requests an IP address from your DHCP server and, if it does not ... query the DHCP server using one of the access point. - When you connect a 1200 series access point running Cisco IOS Release 12.2(15)JA2 or earlier software with a default configuration to the access point console port and assign a static IP address. Connect to the access point console port and...