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... Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines ii-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 Radio Module Slots 1-5 Single or Dual-Radio Operation 1-5 Operating Modes 1-5 Spatial Multiplexing 1-5...on a Wired LAN 1-10 Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 1-11 Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network 1-12 Workgroup Bridge Network 1-12 Network Example with Lightweight Access Points 1-13 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iii
... Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines ii-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 Radio Module Slots 1-5 Single or Dual-Radio Operation 1-5 Operating Modes 1-5 Spatial Multiplexing 1-5...on a Wired LAN 1-10 Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 1-11 Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network 1-12 Workgroup Bridge Network 1-12 Network Example with Lightweight Access Points 1-13 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iii
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...access points, you should have experience working with a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller and be familiar with the concepts and terminology of wireless local area networks. On the Product and Services home page, click Cisco IOS Software > Cisco IOS Software Releases 12.4 Mainline. The documentation is ... wall, or ceiling, how to the Cisco IOS documentation set available from the Cisco.com home page by clicking Product and Services. For detailed information about Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, refer to the Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the ...
...access points, you should have experience working with a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller and be familiar with the concepts and terminology of wireless local area networks. On the Product and Services home page, click Cisco IOS Software > Cisco IOS Software Releases 12.4 Mainline. The documentation is ... wall, or ceiling, how to the Cisco IOS documentation set available from the Cisco.com home page by clicking Product and Services. For detailed information about Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, refer to the Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the ...
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... controller. The lightweight access points operate in autonomous and lightweight configurations. The access point connects wireless and wired networks or is available in conjunction with a Cisco wireless LAN controller with all configuration information maintained within radio range of an access point can roam ...1250 series access point is not supported for it are available. The autonomous access point (model: AIR-AP1252) supports a management system based on each. Also, Cisco does not recommend configuring bridge mode on the 1250 series access point even though the commands for ...
... controller. The lightweight access points operate in autonomous and lightweight configurations. The access point connects wireless and wired networks or is available in conjunction with a Cisco wireless LAN controller with all configuration information maintained within radio range of an access point can roam ...1250 series access point is not supported for it are available. The autonomous access point (model: AIR-AP1252) supports a management system based on each. Also, Cisco does not recommend configuring bridge mode on the 1250 series access point even though the commands for ...
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...Chapter 1 Overview Lightweight Access Points The lightweight access point (model: AIR-LAP1252) is part of a secure key distribution, using the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP). In the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN architecture, access points operate in mind when you can communicate...In an LWAPP environment, a lightweight access point discovers a controller by means of the Cisco Integrated Wireless Network Solution and requires no manual configuration before being mounted. Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-8247-03 The controller manages...
...Chapter 1 Overview Lightweight Access Points The lightweight access point (model: AIR-LAP1252) is part of a secure key distribution, using the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP). In the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN architecture, access points operate in mind when you can communicate...In an LWAPP environment, a lightweight access point discovers a controller by means of the Cisco Integrated Wireless Network Solution and requires no manual configuration before being mounted. Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-8247-03 The controller manages...
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... signals Ethernet traffic on the wired Ethernet LAN and provides Ethernet error indications. • The Radio LED signals that wireless packets are being received over the radio interface and provides error indications. Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is printed on the...power connector (+56 VDC) 2 Ethernet port (RJ-45) CONSOLE MODE 3 4 3 Console port (RJ-45) 4 MODE button OL-8247-03 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-7 The Ethernet interface supports automatic media dependent interface crossover (MDIX) detection, which automatically senses cable type...
... signals Ethernet traffic on the wired Ethernet LAN and provides Ethernet error indications. • The Radio LED signals that wireless packets are being received over the radio interface and provides error indications. Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is printed on the...power connector (+56 VDC) 2 Ethernet port (RJ-45) CONSOLE MODE 3 4 3 Console port (RJ-45) 4 MODE button OL-8247-03 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-7 The Ethernet interface supports automatic media dependent interface crossover (MDIX) detection, which automatically senses cable type...
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... on a Wired LAN Access point Access point 135445 1-10 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8247-03 Figure 1-5 shows access points acting as the central unit in three common wireless network configurations. Figure 1-5 Access Points as a root unit... connected to a wired LAN provides a connection point for wireless users. The access point's default configuration is connected to the LAN,...
... on a Wired LAN Access point Access point 135445 1-10 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8247-03 Figure 1-5 shows access points acting as the central unit in three common wireless network configurations. Figure 1-5 Access Points as a root unit... connected to a wired LAN provides a connection point for wireless users. The access point's default configuration is connected to the LAN,...
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...1-6 Access Point as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. Note Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with Autonomous Access Points Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range An access point can be configured as ...shows an access point acting as Repeater Access point Repeater 135444 OL-8247-03 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-11 The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN by sending packets to either another repeater or to...
...1-6 Access Point as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. Note Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with Autonomous Access Points Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range An access point can be configured as ...shows an access point acting as Repeater Access point Repeater 135444 OL-8247-03 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-11 The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN by sending packets to either another repeater or to...
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...Access point Workgroup bridge 135448 1-12 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8247-03 Figure 1-7 shows an access point in an all -wireless network, an access point acts as Central Unit in All-Wireless Network Access point 135443 Workgroup Bridge ... remote Ethernet workstations to a wired LAN; Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points Chapter 1 Overview Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network In an all -wireless network. Figure 1-7 Access Point as a stand-alone root unit. it functions as the focal point for communications, increasing ...
...Access point Workgroup bridge 135448 1-12 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8247-03 Figure 1-7 shows an access point in an all -wireless network, an access point acts as Central Unit in All-Wireless Network Access point 135443 Workgroup Bridge ... remote Ethernet workstations to a wired LAN; Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points Chapter 1 Overview Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network In an all -wireless network. Figure 1-7 Access Point as a stand-alone root unit. it functions as the focal point for communications, increasing ...
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... configuration containing lightweight access points and a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (see Figure 1-5). Chapter 1 Overview Network Example with Lightweight Access Points Figure 1-9 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with a Bridge 135499 ... access points and controllers in Layer 3 configurations use IP addresses and UDP packets, which can be routed through large networks. Consult the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for instructions on setting up the lightweight access points. Figure 1-10 Typical Lightweight Access Point Network Configuration Example LWAPP LWAPP...
... configuration containing lightweight access points and a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (see Figure 1-5). Chapter 1 Overview Network Example with Lightweight Access Points Figure 1-9 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with a Bridge 135499 ... access points and controllers in Layer 3 configurations use IP addresses and UDP packets, which can be routed through large networks. Consult the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for instructions on setting up the lightweight access points. Figure 1-10 Typical Lightweight Access Point Network Configuration Example LWAPP LWAPP...
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... this manual will result in user exposure that 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 be located at the...warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this device. FCC Safety Compliance Statement The FCC with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for short-circuit (overcurrent...
... this manual will result in user exposure that 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 be located at the...warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this device. FCC Safety Compliance Statement The FCC with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for short-circuit (overcurrent...
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... information, see the "Securing the Access Point" section on page 2-27). • Configure security and other access point options (refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for your installation. Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Installation Summary Installation Summary While installing the access point, you will perform these...; Install the mounting plate on a convenient flat horizontal or vertical surface, such as a template to mark the positions of the mounting holes for Cisco Aironet Access Points or the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide).
... information, see the "Securing the Access Point" section on page 2-27). • Configure security and other access point options (refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for your installation. Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Installation Summary Installation Summary While installing the access point, you will perform these...; Install the mounting plate on a convenient flat horizontal or vertical surface, such as a template to mark the positions of the mounting holes for Cisco Aironet Access Points or the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide).
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... Cisco IOS. Blue Normal operating condition, at least one wireless client device is operational. Blinking green - Blinking green Blinking green Blinking green Access point location command. Blinking green Blinking red Blinking pink Image recovery in Table 3-1. OL-8247-03 Cisco ...status - - Ethernet link is associated with the unit. - - Amber Off White Initialize Ethernet. Green Normal operating condition, but no wireless client devices are listed in progress and Mode button is released. Blinking green - - This is within the normal range of the ...
... Cisco IOS. Blue Normal operating condition, at least one wireless client device is operational. Blinking green - Blinking green Blinking green Blinking green Access point location command. Blinking green Blinking red Blinking pink Image recovery in Table 3-1. OL-8247-03 Cisco ...status - - Ethernet link is associated with the unit. - - Amber Off White Initialize Ethernet. Green Normal operating condition, but no wireless client devices are listed in progress and Mode button is released. Blinking green - - This is within the normal range of the ...
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...LAN, the access point requests an IP address from other devices. Check Ethernet cables and connections before the access point will allow wireless associations from your access point. If the access point does not communicate with a default configuration to send requests indefinitely. At the... prompt, enter the administrator username and password. Default IP Address Behavior When you connect a 1250 series access point running Cisco IOS Release 12.4(10b)JA or later software with client devices, check the following areas. When the Summary Status page displays, click...
...LAN, the access point requests an IP address from other devices. Check Ethernet cables and connections before the access point will allow wireless associations from your access point. If the access point does not communicate with a default configuration to send requests indefinitely. At the... prompt, enter the administrator username and password. Default IP Address Behavior When you connect a 1250 series access point running Cisco IOS Release 12.4(10b)JA or later software with client devices, check the following areas. When the Summary Status page displays, click...
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... same security options configured in the client adapter and for instructions on your web-browser. Refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client adapter driver and firmware versions that are no default SSID. Note In...3 to the access point. Close your client adapter to 0987654321 and select it associates. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1250 Series Autonomous Access Points SSID Wireless clients attempting to authenticate with the access point must configure an SSID before client devices can associate to 5. You must use Key 3 as...
... same security options configured in the client adapter and for instructions on your web-browser. Refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client adapter driver and firmware versions that are no default SSID. Note In...3 to the access point. Close your client adapter to 0987654321 and select it associates. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1250 Series Autonomous Access Points SSID Wireless clients attempting to authenticate with the access point must configure an SSID before client devices can associate to 5. You must use Key 3 as...
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... that the channel is busy. Enter the packet size in the test, follow these steps to specify the number of an associated wireless device and the Statistics page for the Radio1-802.11N5GHZ rado interfaces. The ping test provides two modes of time that device displays.... Click Association and the main association page displays. OL-8247-03 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-17 For each of the channel center frequencies, the test produces a value indicating the...
... that the channel is busy. Enter the packet size in the test, follow these steps to specify the number of an associated wireless device and the Statistics page for the Radio1-802.11N5GHZ rado interfaces. The ping test provides two modes of time that device displays.... Click Association and the main association page displays. OL-8247-03 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-17 For each of the channel center frequencies, the test produces a value indicating the...
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.... Note The following steps reset all access point settings to the factory defaults using the Web browser interface, the Telnet interface, or Cisco IOS commands. Resetting to the Default Configuration Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1250 Series Autonomous Access Points Step 7 If you want to use the...You should also perform this test several times. Using the MODE Button Follow these steps: a. Note The access point is configured with the wireless link. c. After the access point reboots, you reconnect power to the Default Configuration If you forget the password that can use a ...
.... Note The following steps reset all access point settings to the factory defaults using the Web browser interface, the Telnet interface, or Cisco IOS commands. Resetting to the Default Configuration Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1250 Series Autonomous Access Points Step 7 If you want to use the...You should also perform this test several times. Using the MODE Button Follow these steps: a. Note The access point is configured with the wireless link. c. After the access point reboots, you reconnect power to the Default Configuration If you forget the password that can use a ...
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Click Wireless LAN for an access point image file, such as 12.4.10b-JA. Caution Be careful when handling the access point, the bottom plate might be obtained from the access point. 3-22 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8247-03 Note After completing your ... locally (without connecting the access point to a wired LAN), you must remove the serial cable from the Cisco.com software center using a DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable. Click Cisco Aironet 1250 Access Point. On the Enter Network Password window, enter your hard disk. Read and accept the...
Click Wireless LAN for an access point image file, such as 12.4.10b-JA. Caution Be careful when handling the access point, the bottom plate might be obtained from the access point. 3-22 Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8247-03 Note After completing your ... locally (without connecting the access point to a wired LAN), you must remove the serial cable from the Cisco.com software center using a DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable. Click Cisco Aironet 1250 Access Point. On the Enter Network Password window, enter your hard disk. Read and accept the...
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For additional information, refer to it. • The access points do not support Wireless Domain Services (WDS) and cannot communicate with Cisco controllers, such as the 2106 series wireless LAN controllers or 4400 series controllers. • The access points do not support Layer 2 LWAPP. Using DHCP Option... 43 to provide a list of controller IP addresses to the access points, enabling the access point to find and join a controller. Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-2 OL-8247-03 They must get an IP address and discover the controller using DHCP...
For additional information, refer to it. • The access points do not support Wireless Domain Services (WDS) and cannot communicate with Cisco controllers, such as the 2106 series wireless LAN controllers or 4400 series controllers. • The access points do not support Layer 2 LWAPP. Using DHCP Option... 43 to provide a list of controller IP addresses to the access points, enabling the access point to find and join a controller. Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-2 OL-8247-03 They must get an IP address and discover the controller using DHCP...
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... Green Green DRAM memory test ok. Off Green Green Flash memory test ok. Association status - - Green Normal operating condition, but no wireless client devices are listed in progress. Ethernet link is not a defect. Transmitting or receiving Ethernet packets. - Slow blinking - - Off ...and hue from unit to 3 seconds). Green Green Blinking green Starting Cisco IOS. Blinking green - green Boot loader Off Off warnings Red Off Blinking red Ethernet link not operational. Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-4 OL-8247-03 ...
... Green Green DRAM memory test ok. Off Green Green Flash memory test ok. Association status - - Green Normal operating condition, but no wireless client devices are listed in progress. Ethernet link is not a defect. Transmitting or receiving Ethernet packets. - Slow blinking - - Off ...and hue from unit to 3 seconds). Green Green Blinking green Starting Cisco IOS. Blinking green - green Boot loader Off Off warnings Red Off Blinking red Ethernet link not operational. Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-4 OL-8247-03 ...
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...Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Cisco Switch AC power module None required power inline never Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power None required Management1 power inline auto Cisco...Table 4-4 for your Cisco power source to determine...software resident in the Cisco switch that does ...is upgraded, you can use your Cisco power source. 2. Chapter 4 ... to which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power...Cisco switch None required - 802.3af compliant non-Cisco switches A 1250 power injector is required - 1. Each Cisco switch should be upgraded to supply sufficient power and the Cisco...
...Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Cisco Switch AC power module None required power inline never Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power None required Management1 power inline auto Cisco...Table 4-4 for your Cisco power source to determine...software resident in the Cisco switch that does ...is upgraded, you can use your Cisco power source. 2. Chapter 4 ... to which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power...Cisco switch None required - 802.3af compliant non-Cisco switches A 1250 power injector is required - 1. Each Cisco switch should be upgraded to supply sufficient power and the Cisco...