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... We Work, Live, Play, and Learn, and iQuick Study are trademarks of Class A devices: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with FCC requirements for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in a residential installation. THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. The following measures: • Turn the...
... We Work, Live, Play, and Learn, and iQuick Study are trademarks of Class A devices: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with FCC requirements for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in a residential installation. THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. The following measures: • Turn the...
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... Cisco.com xiv Documentation DVD xiv Ordering Documentation xv Documentation Feedback xv Cisco Product Security Overview xv Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products xvi Obtaining Technical Assistance xvi Cisco Technical Support Website xvi Submitting a Service Request xvii Definitions of Service Request Severity xvii Obtaining Additional Publications and Information xviii Deployment 1 Determining Deployment Requirements 2 Assumptions 2 Protocol Requirements 3 Coverage Area Requirements 3 Building Type 4 Building Homogeneity 4 Average Client Throughput 4 Voice...
... Cisco.com xiv Documentation DVD xiv Ordering Documentation xv Documentation Feedback xv Cisco Product Security Overview xv Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products xvi Obtaining Technical Assistance xvi Cisco Technical Support Website xvi Submitting a Service Request xvii Definitions of Service Request Severity xvii Obtaining Additional Publications and Information xviii Deployment 1 Determining Deployment Requirements 2 Assumptions 2 Protocol Requirements 3 Coverage Area Requirements 3 Building Type 4 Building Homogeneity 4 Average Client Throughput 4 Voice...
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... helpful suggestions or references to materials not contained in this situation, you solve a problem. Caution Means reader be useful information. The tips information might do something that could be careful. Note Means reader take note. In this manual. Organization This guide is intended for IT managers who need to determine how many Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points are needed...
... helpful suggestions or references to materials not contained in this situation, you solve a problem. Caution Means reader be useful information. The tips information might do something that could be careful. Note Means reader take note. In this manual. Organization This guide is intended for IT managers who need to determine how many Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points are needed...
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... the Ordering tool or Cisco Marketplace. Cisco Ordering tool: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/partner/ordering/ Cisco Marketplace: http://www.cisco.com/go/marketplace/ Deployment Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points xiv 78-17279-01 Registered Cisco.com users (Cisco direct customers) can order a Cisco Documentation DVD (product number DOC-DOCDVD=) from Cisco Systems. Cisco.com You can access the most current Cisco documentation at this URL: http...
... the Ordering tool or Cisco Marketplace. Cisco Ordering tool: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/partner/ordering/ Cisco Marketplace: http://www.cisco.com/go/marketplace/ Deployment Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points xiv 78-17279-01 Registered Cisco.com users (Cisco direct customers) can order a Cisco Documentation DVD (product number DOC-DOCDVD=) from Cisco Systems. Cisco.com You can access the most current Cisco documentation at this URL: http...
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... documentation through a local account representative by calling Cisco Systems Corporate Headquarters (California, USA) at 408 526-7208 or, elsewhere in Cisco products. • Obtain assistance with security incidents that involve Cisco products. • Register to receive security information from this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_psirt_rss_feed.html 78-17279-01 Deployment Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points...
... documentation through a local account representative by calling Cisco Systems Corporate Headquarters (California, USA) at 408 526-7208 or, elsewhere in Cisco products. • Obtain assistance with security incidents that involve Cisco products. • Register to receive security information from this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_psirt_rss_feed.html 78-17279-01 Deployment Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points...
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... quickly. If you send to Cisco. The Cisco Technical Support Website on the Cisco Technical Support Website requires a Cisco.com user ID and password. Cisco Technical Support Website The Cisco Technical Support Website provides online documents and tools for troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with PGP versions 2.x through 8.x. If you have a valid service contract but do not have identified a vulnerability in a Cisco product, contact PSIRT: • Emergencies -security-alert@cisco...
... quickly. If you send to Cisco. The Cisco Technical Support Website on the Cisco Technical Support Website requires a Cisco.com user ID and password. Cisco Technical Support Website The Cisco Technical Support Website provides online documents and tools for troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with PGP versions 2.x through 8.x. If you have a valid service contract but do not have identified a vulnerability in a Cisco product, contact PSIRT: • Emergencies -security-alert@cisco...
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... Internet access, contact the Cisco TAC by inadequate performance of Service Request Severity To ensure that all service requests are those in which your production network is impaired, but most business operations remain functional. or for service. Locate the serial number label on your network is down list, or click the Cisco Product Identification Tool link under Documentation & Tools. Submitting a Service Request Using the online TAC Service...
... Internet access, contact the Cisco TAC by inadequate performance of Service Request Severity To ensure that all service requests are those in which your production network is impaired, but most business operations remain functional. or for service. Locate the serial number label on your network is down list, or click the Cisco Product Identification Tool link under Documentation & Tools. Submitting a Service Request Using the online TAC Service...
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..., and Cisco products and solutions, as well as network deployment and troubleshooting tips, configuration examples, customer case studies, certification and training information, and links to increase revenue, streamline their business, and expand services. You can view current offerings at this URL: http://www.ciscopress.com • Packet magazine is a quarterly journal published by Cisco Systems for maximizing Internet and networking investments.
..., and Cisco products and solutions, as well as network deployment and troubleshooting tips, configuration examples, customer case studies, certification and training information, and links to increase revenue, streamline their business, and expand services. You can view current offerings at this URL: http://www.ciscopress.com • Packet magazine is a quarterly journal published by Cisco Systems for maximizing Internet and networking investments.
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... channels for the Cisco WLAN Solution infrastructure. • External power supply option allows the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points to be deployed without requiring external antennas and RF cables. • Standards-based 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) that allows the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points to be powered over unused pairs in the Ethernet cable. • The Cisco Wireless LAN Controller, which is optimized for each Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point, which is part...
... channels for the Cisco WLAN Solution infrastructure. • External power supply option allows the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points to be deployed without requiring external antennas and RF cables. • Standards-based 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) that allows the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points to be powered over unused pairs in the Ethernet cable. • The Cisco Wireless LAN Controller, which is optimized for each Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point, which is part...
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Assumptions The guidelines in this document are written based on a per Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point. • Handover Times: 37 milliseconds or less for Layer 3 (inter-Cisco 4100 Series Wireless LAN Controller and inter-subnet) handovers. • Quality of Service: Assigned on the following conditions and assumptions: • Client Data Terminal Transmit (Tx) Power: >=15 dBm. • Client Data Terminal Antenna Gain: >=0 dBi. • Capacity...
Assumptions The guidelines in this document are written based on a per Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point. • Handover Times: 37 milliseconds or less for Layer 3 (inter-Cisco 4100 Series Wireless LAN Controller and inter-subnet) handovers. • Quality of Service: Assigned on the following conditions and assumptions: • Client Data Terminal Transmit (Tx) Power: >=15 dBm. • Client Data Terminal Antenna Gain: >=0 dBi. • Capacity...
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... of 802.11b users 802.11a/b/g lightweight access point Limited capacity Does not support 802.11a clients High performance Does not support 802.11b/g clients High Capacity Coverage Area Requirements Customers typically want seamless full RF coverage or partial RF coverage in deploying a wireless LAN is limited in the Lowest cost Cisco 1000 Series IEEE presence of each. Table 1 Protocol Requirements Protocol/Band 802...
... of 802.11b users 802.11a/b/g lightweight access point Limited capacity Does not support 802.11a clients High performance Does not support 802.11b/g clients High Capacity Coverage Area Requirements Customers typically want seamless full RF coverage or partial RF coverage in deploying a wireless LAN is limited in the Lowest cost Cisco 1000 Series IEEE presence of each. Table 1 Protocol Requirements Protocol/Band 802...
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... up to 802.11 protocol and signal strength, and thus Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point density. The following table shows three basic building types that for each area. Average client throughput is the most common enterprise building. For 802.11a networks, this point is typically between -80 dBm and -50 dBm. Deployment Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points 4 78-17279-01 Determining...
... up to 802.11 protocol and signal strength, and thus Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point density. The following table shows three basic building types that for each area. Average client throughput is the most common enterprise building. For 802.11a networks, this point is typically between -80 dBm and -50 dBm. Deployment Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points 4 78-17279-01 Determining...
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...an Cisco WLAN Solution wireless network. Table 5 Deployment Strategy Deployment Option Professional Site Survey RF Prediction with Optional Site Survey Basic Guidelines with Optional Site Survey Deployment Requirements This option should be used. This option is adequate for 80% to support Voice ...Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points 8 78-17279-01 These are areas that are not typically critical for data users but are homogenous throughout the coverage area. • The building type can be considered when: • The RF characteristics of running Ethernet cables...
...an Cisco WLAN Solution wireless network. Table 5 Deployment Strategy Deployment Option Professional Site Survey RF Prediction with Optional Site Survey Basic Guidelines with Optional Site Survey Deployment Requirements This option should be used. This option is adequate for 80% to support Voice ...Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points 8 78-17279-01 These are areas that are not typically critical for data users but are homogenous throughout the coverage area. • The building type can be considered when: • The RF characteristics of running Ethernet cables...
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... antenna types most suited to measure the desired variable, RSSI, SNR, or packet retry rates. They may include static transmit power level, geometric pattern used for the Cisco WLAN Solution coverage area, freeing the site survey professional from having to achieve complete coverage of the target space without unnecessary coverage overlap or coverage holes between Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points.
... antenna types most suited to measure the desired variable, RSSI, SNR, or packet retry rates. They may include static transmit power level, geometric pattern used for the Cisco WLAN Solution coverage area, freeing the site survey professional from having to achieve complete coverage of the target space without unnecessary coverage overlap or coverage holes between Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points.
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... type and desired average user performance using the table below for voice users who want seamless coverage. Example Basic Guidelines Process This section describes the basic factors that coverage holes are critical coverage areas for a detailed explanation: • Determining the Radius and Z Factor • Determining How Many Access Points are needed in the deployment process. Deployment Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points...
... type and desired average user performance using the table below for voice users who want seamless coverage. Example Basic Guidelines Process This section describes the basic factors that coverage holes are critical coverage areas for a detailed explanation: • Determining the Radius and Z Factor • Determining How Many Access Points are needed in the deployment process. Deployment Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points...
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... Optional Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point Tripod Test Assemblies • Positioning a Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point at Each Planned Location • Verifying RF Coverage Using the Site Survey Tool Deployment Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points 14 78-17279-01 The minimal site survey consists of each other, as shown in this step to determine the installation location of the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points...
... Optional Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point Tripod Test Assemblies • Positioning a Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point at Each Planned Location • Verifying RF Coverage Using the Site Survey Tool Deployment Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points 14 78-17279-01 The minimal site survey consists of each other, as shown in this step to determine the installation location of the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points...
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... factory-orderable 110 VAC-to relocate them on the tripod test assembly stands makes it easier to -48 VDC power supplies. - * Optional Ethernet Power Injectors: Single RJ-45, 300 mA 48 VDC output, (MILAN Model MIL-L1611, or equivalent). Refer to ceiling height. Selecting Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point Locations Using the Cisco Radio density estimate from their original positions, having them mounted on...
... factory-orderable 110 VAC-to relocate them on the tripod test assembly stands makes it easier to -48 VDC power supplies. - * Optional Ethernet Power Injectors: Single RJ-45, 300 mA 48 VDC output, (MILAN Model MIL-L1611, or equivalent). Refer to ceiling height. Selecting Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point Locations Using the Cisco Radio density estimate from their original positions, having them mounted on...
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... Solution for instructions on the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point connectors. Refer to avoid creating trip hazards. • Using the floor plans and/or maps from "Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point Placement Guidelines," place the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point assemblies at Each Planned Location." Note Make sure you support the CAT-5 and power cables to remove harmful stress on how to power the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points at Each...
... Solution for instructions on the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point connectors. Refer to avoid creating trip hazards. • Using the floor plans and/or maps from "Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point Placement Guidelines," place the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point assemblies at Each Planned Location." Note Make sure you support the CAT-5 and power cables to remove harmful stress on how to power the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points at Each...
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... Site Survey Tool • Follow the manufacturer's instructions supplied with the Site Survey Tool to the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point, remove the power now. Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point Placement Guidelines This step describes where and how Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points should be placed. Deployment Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point Placement Guidelines • If any power is being applied to collect signal strength information from...
... Site Survey Tool • Follow the manufacturer's instructions supplied with the Site Survey Tool to the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point, remove the power now. Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point Placement Guidelines This step describes where and how Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points should be placed. Deployment Cisco 1000 Series Lightweight Access Point Placement Guidelines • If any power is being applied to collect signal strength information from...
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... tested the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point RF coverage in your target area, and have determined where the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points are installing Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points using the "RF Prediction with Optional Site Survey" or "Basic Guidelines with External Antennas for the optional minimal site survey, or - Continue with Quick Start Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points with Internal Antennas or Quick Start Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series...
... tested the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access point RF coverage in your target area, and have determined where the Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points are installing Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points using the "RF Prediction with Optional Site Survey" or "Basic Guidelines with External Antennas for the optional minimal site survey, or - Continue with Quick Start Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series Lightweight Access Points with Internal Antennas or Quick Start Guide: Cisco Aironet 1000 Series...