Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware

Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point

Hardware Installation Guide

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C O N T E N T S

Preface

Audience

Purpose

Organization

Conventions

Related Publications

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Locating the Product Serial Number

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Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines

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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 All-Wireless Network

1-11

Bridge Network with Wireless Clients

1-11

Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration

1-12

Workgroup Bridge Network

1-12

Network Example with Lightweight Access Points

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Installing the Access Point

2-1

Safety Information

2-2

FCC Safety Compliance Statement

2-2

General Safety Guidelines

2-2

Warnings

2-2

Unpacking the Access Point

2-3

Package Contents

2-3

Basic Installation Guidelines

2-4

Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points

2-4

Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network

2-5

Access Point Layout and Connectors

2-6

Mounting Overview

2-7

Mounting on a Horizontal or Vertical Surface

2-9

Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling

2-10

Mounting Above a Suspended Ceiling

2-11

Mounting Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf

2-14

Cable Security Bracket

2-14

Removing the Cable Security Bracket

2-15

Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate

2-16

Securing the Access Point

2-17

Using a Security Cable

2-17

Securing the Access Point to the Mounting Plate

2-18

Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables

2-20

Connecting to an Ethernet Network with an Inline Power Source

2-21

Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power

2-22

Powering Up the Access Point

2-22

Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points

3-1

Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs

3-2

Checking Basic Settings

3-3

Default IP Address Behavior

3-4

Enabling the Radio Interfaces

3-4

SSID

3-4

WEP Keys

3-4

Security Settings

3-5

Low Power Condition

3-5

Intelligent Power Management

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Inline Power Status Messages

3-7

Configuring Power Using the CLI

3-9

Issuing the Cisco IOS Command Using the CLI

3-10

Configuring the Access Point System Power Settings Using a Browser

3-11

Running the Carrier Busy Test

3-13

Running the Ping Test

3-14

Resetting to the Default Configuration

3-14

Using the MODE Button

3-15

Using the Web Browser Interface

3-15

Reloading the Access Point Image

3-16

Using the MODE Button

3-16

Web Browser Interface

3-17

Browser HTTP Interface

3-17

Browser TFTP Interface

3-18

Obtaining the Access Point Image File

3-19

Connecting to the Access Point Locally

3-20

Obtaining the TFTP Server Software

3-20

Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Points

4-1

Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points

4-2

Using DHCP Option 43

4-2

Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs

4-3

Low Power Condition for Lightweight Access Points

4-5

Intelligent Power Management

4-5

Configuring Power Using Controller CLI Commands

4-6

Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI

4-7

Configuring Controller Information

4-8

Clearing Manually Entered Controller Information

4-8

Manually Resetting the Access Point to Defaults

4-8

Returning the Lightweight Access Point to Autonomous Mode

4-9

Using a Controller to Return the Access Point to Autonomous Mode

4-9

Using the MODE Button to Return the Access Point to Autonomous Mode

4-9

MODE Button Setting

4-10

Obtaining the Autonomous Access Point Image File

4-10

Connecting to the Access Point Locally

4-11

Obtaining the TFTP Server Software

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A P P E N D I X

Translated Safety Warnings

A-1

Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information

B-1

Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement

B-2

VCCI Statement for Japan

B-3

Department of Communications—Canada

B-4

Canadian Compliance Statement

B-4

European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein

B-4

Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive)

B-5

Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure

B-7

Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan

B-8

Japanese Translation

B-8

English Translation

B-8

Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan

B-9

Access Points with IEEE 802.11a Radios

B-9

Chinese Translation

B-9

English Translation

B-9

All Access Points

B-10

Chinese Translation

B-10

English Translation

B-10

Declaration of Conformity Statements

B-11

Declaration of Conformity Statements for European Union Countries

B-11

Access Point Specifications

C-1

Channels and Maximum Power Levels

D-1

Console Cable Pinouts

E-1

Overview

E-2

Console Port Signals and Pinouts

E-2

Priming Lightweight Access Points Prior to Deployment

F-1

Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points

G-1

Overview

G-2

Configuring Option 43 for 1000 Series Access Points

G-3

Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 Series Lightweight Access Points

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Preface

Audience

This guide is for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series

Access Point. The 1240AG series access point is available in autonomous and lightweight configurations.

To use this guide with autonomous access points, you should have experience working with Cisco IOS software and be familiar with the concepts and terminology of wireless local area networks.

To use this guide with lightweight 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.

Purpose

This guide provides the information you need to install your autonomous or lightweight access point.

For detailed information about Cisco IOS commands used with autonomous access points, refer to the

Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for this release. For information about the standard Cisco IOS Release 12.3 commands, refer to the Cisco IOS documentation set available from the Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. On the Technical

Support & Documentation home page, click Cisco IOS Software > Cisco IOS Software Releases 12.3

Mainline.

For information about Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, refer to the Cisco documentation sets available from the Cisco.com home page at Technical Support & Documentation. On the Technical Support &

Documentation home page, click Wireless and the documentation is listed under the “Wireless LAN

Controllers” section.

Organization

This guide is organized into these chapters:

Chapter 1, “Overview,”

lists the software and hardware features of the access point and describes the access point’s role in your network.

Chapter 2, “Installing the Access Point,”

describes how to mount the access point on a desktop, wall, or ceiling, how to connect Ethernet, serial, and power cables, and provides an installation summary, safety warnings, and general guidelines.

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Chapter 3, “Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points,”

provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with the autonomous access point.

Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Lightweight Access Points,” provides troubleshooting

procedures for basic problems with the lightweight access point.

Appendix A, “Translated Safety Warnings,” provides translations of the safety warnings that appear in

this publication.

Appendix B, “Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information,” provides declarations of

conformity and regulatory information for the access point.

Appendix C, “Access Point Specifications,”

lists technical specifications for the access point.

Appendix D, “Channels and Maximum Power Levels,” lists the autonomous access point radio channels

and the maximum power levels supported by the world’s regulatory domains.

Appendix E, “Console Cable Pinouts,”

identifies the pinouts for the serial console cable that connects to the access point’s serial console port.

Appendix F, “Priming Lightweight Access Points Prior to Deployment,” describes the procedure to

prime access points with controller information.

Appendix G, “Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points,”

describes the procedure to configure DHCP Option 43 for lightweight access points.

Conventions

This publication uses these conventions to convey instructions and information:

Command descriptions use these conventions:

•

Commands and keywords are in boldface text.

•

Arguments for which you supply values are in italic.

Square brackets ([ ]) mean optional elements.

•

Braces ({ }) group required choices, and vertical bars ( | ) separate the alternative elements.

Braces and vertical bars within square brackets ([{ | }]) mean a required choice within an optional element.

Interactive examples use these conventions:

•

Terminal sessions and system displays are in screen font.

•

Information you enter is in boldface screen font.

Nonprinting characters, such as passwords or tabs, are in angle brackets (< >).

Notes, cautions, and timesavers use these conventions and symbols:

Tip

Means the following will help you solve a problem. The tips information might not be troubleshooting or even an action, but could be useful information.

Note

Means reader take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to materials not contained in this manual.

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Conventions

Caution

Means reader be careful. In this situation, you might do something that could result equipment damage or loss of data.

Warning

This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. (To see translations of the warnings that appear in this publication, refer to the appendix “Translated Safety Warnings.”)

Waarschuwing

Varoitus

Dit waarschuwingssymbool betekent gevaar. U verkeert in een situatie die lichamelijk letsel kan veroorzaken. Voordat u aan enige apparatuur gaat werken, dient u zich bewust te zijn van de bij elektrische schakelingen betrokken risico’s en dient u op de hoogte te zijn van standaard maatregelen om ongelukken te voorkomen. (Voor vertalingen van de waarschuwingen die in deze publicatie verschijnen, kunt u het aanhangsel “Translated Safety Warnings” (Vertalingen van veiligheidsvoorschriften) raadplegen.)

Tämä varoitusmerkki merkitsee vaaraa. Olet tilanteessa, joka voi johtaa ruumiinvammaan. Ennen kuin työskentelet minkään laitteiston parissa, ota selvää sähkökytkentöihin liittyvistä vaaroista ja tavanomaisista onnettomuuksien ehkäisykeinoista. (Tässä julkaisussa esiintyvien varoitusten käännökset löydät liitteestä "Translated Safety Warnings" (käännetyt turvallisuutta koskevat varoitukset).)

Attention

Warnung

Avvertenza

Ce symbole d’avertissement indique un danger. Vous vous trouvez dans une situation pouvant entraîner des blessures. Avant d’accéder à cet équipement, soyez conscient des dangers posés par les circuits électriques et familiarisez-vous avec les procédures courantes de prévention des accidents. Pour obtenir les traductions des mises en garde figurant dans cette publication, veuillez consulter l’annexe intitulée « Translated Safety Warnings » (Traduction des avis de sécurité).

Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu einer

Körperverletzung führen könnte. Bevor Sie mit der Arbeit an irgendeinem Gerät beginnen, seien Sie sich der mit elektrischen Stromkreisen verbundenen Gefahren und der Standardpraktiken zur

Vermeidung von Unfällen bewußt. (Übersetzungen der in dieser Veröffentlichung enthaltenen

Warnhinweise finden Sie im Anhang mit dem Titel “Translated Safety Warnings” (Übersetzung der

Warnhinweise).)

Questo simbolo di avvertenza indica un pericolo. Si è in una situazione che può causare infortuni.

Prima di lavorare su qualsiasi apparecchiatura, occorre conoscere i pericoli relativi ai circuiti elettrici ed essere al corrente delle pratiche standard per la prevenzione di incidenti. La traduzione delle avvertenze riportate in questa pubblicazione si trova nell’appendice, “Translated Safety

Warnings” (Traduzione delle avvertenze di sicurezza).

Advarsel Dette varselsymbolet betyr fare. Du befinner deg i en situasjon som kan føre til personskade. Før du utfører arbeid på utstyr, må du være oppmerksom på de faremomentene som elektriske kretser innebærer, samt gjøre deg kjent med vanlig praksis når det gjelder å unngå ulykker. (Hvis du vil se oversettelser av de advarslene som finnes i denne publikasjonen, kan du se i vedlegget "Translated

Safety Warnings" [Oversatte sikkerhetsadvarsler].)

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Related Publications

Aviso

¡Advertencia!

Varning!

Este símbolo de aviso indica perigo. Encontra-se numa situação que lhe poderá causar danos fisicos. Antes de começar a trabalhar com qualquer equipamento, familiarize-se com os perigos relacionados com circuitos eléctricos, e com quaisquer práticas comuns que possam prevenir possíveis acidentes. (Para ver as traduções dos avisos que constam desta publicação, consulte o apêndice “Translated Safety Warnings” - “Traduções dos Avisos de Segurança”).

Este símbolo de aviso significa peligro. Existe riesgo para su integridad física. Antes de manipular cualquier equipo, considerar los riesgos que entraña la corriente eléctrica y familiarizarse con los procedimientos estándar de prevención de accidentes. (Para ver traducciones de las advertencias que aparecen en esta publicación, consultar el apéndice titulado “Translated Safety Warnings.”)

Denna varningssymbol signalerar fara. Du befinner dig i en situation som kan leda till personskada.

Innan du utför arbete på någon utrustning måste du vara medveten om farorna med elkretsar och känna till vanligt förfarande för att förebygga skador. (Se förklaringar av de varningar som förekommer i denna publikation i appendix "Translated Safety Warnings" [Översatta säkerhetsvarningar].)

Related Publications

These documents provide information about the autonomous access point:

•

Release Notes for Cisco Aironet Access Points

Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges

•

Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points

These documents provide information about the lightweight access point and the controller:

•

Release Notes for Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers and Lightweight Access Points

Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points

Click this link to browse to the Cisco Support page: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/support/index.html

To browse to the 1240AG series access point documentation, click Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series listed under “Wireless LAN Access.”

To browse to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller documentation, click Cisco 4400 Series Wireless LAN

Controllers or Cisco 2000 Series Wireless LAN Controllers listed under “Wireless LAN Controllers.”

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Locating the Product Serial Number

Locating the Product Serial Number

The access point serial number is on the bottom of the housing (refer to

Figure 1 ).

Figure 1 Location of Serial Number Label

CAUTION

Hot

Surfaces

SN: NNNNNNNN

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•

Model number, such as AIR-AP1242AG-A-k9 or AIR-LAP1242AG-A-k9

Serial number, such as VDF0636XXXX (11 alphanumeric digits)

•

MAC address, such as 00abc65094f3 (12 hexadecimal digits)

Location of manufacture, such as Made in Singapore

You need your product serial number when requesting support from the Cisco Technical Assistance

Center.

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Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines

Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security

Guidelines

For information on obtaining documentation, obtaining support, providing documentation feedback, security guidelines, and also recommended aliases and general Cisco documents, see the monthly

What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation, at: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/general/whatsnew/whatsnew.html

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Overview

The Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point is available in autonomous and lightweight configurations. The autonomous access points can support standalone network configurations with all configuration settings maintained within the access points. The lightweight access points operate in conjunction with a Cisco wireless LAN controller with all configuration information maintained within the controller.

Product Terminology

The following terms refer to the autonomous and lightweight products:

•

The term access point describes both autonomous and lightweight products.

The term autonomous access point describes only the autonomous product.

The term lightweight access point describs only the lightweight product.

The term access point describes a product operating as an access point.

The term bridge describes a product operating as a bridge.

Autonomous Access Points

Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point (AIR-AP1242AG or AIR-AP1242G) provides a secure, affordable, and easy-to-use wireless LAN solution that combines mobility and flexibility with the enterprise-class features required by networking professionals. With a management system based on

Cisco IOS software, the 1240AG series is a Wi-Fi certified, wireless LAN transceiver.

The autonomous 1242AG access point contains two integrated radios: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g) and a 5-GHz radio (IEEE 801.11a). The autonomous 1242G access point contains a single integrated radio: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g).

The access point serves as the connection point between wireless and wired networks or as the center point of a stand-alone wireless network. In large installations, wireless users within radio range of an access point can roam throughout a facility while maintaining seamless, uninterrupted access to the network.

You can configure and monitor the access point using the command-line interface (CLI), the browser-based management system, or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

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Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points

Lightweight Access Points

The Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point (AIR-LAP1242AG or AIR-LAP1242G) combines mobility and flexibility with the enterprise-class features required by networking professionals.These lightweight access points are part of the Cisco Integrated Wireless Network Solution and require no manual configuration before they are mounted. The lightweight access point is automatically configured by a Cisco wireless LAN controller (hereafter called a controller) using the Lightweight Access Point

Protocol (LWAPP).

The lightweight 1242AG access point contains two integrated radios: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g) and a 5-GHz radio (IEEE 801.11a). The lightweight 1242G access point contains a single integrated radio: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g). Using a controller, you can configure the radio settings.

In the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN architecture, access points operate in the lightweight mode (as opposed to autonomous mode). The lightweight access points associate to a controller. The controller manages the configuration, firmware, and control transactions such as 802.1x authentication. In addition, all wireless traffic is tunneled through the controller.

LWAPP is an Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) draft protocol that defines the control messaging for setup and path authentication and run-time operations. LWAPP also defines the tunneling mechanism for data traffic.

In an LWAPP environment, a lightweight access point discovers a controller by using LWAPP discovery mechanisms and then sends it an LWAPP join request. The controller sends the lightweight access point an LWAPP join response allowing the access point to join the controller. When the access point is joined, the access point downloads its software if the versions on the access point and controller do not match.

After an access point joins a controller, you can reassign it to any controller on your network.

LWAPP secures the control communication between the lightweight access point and controller by means of a secure key distribution, utilizing X.509 certificates on both the access point and controller.

This chapter provides information on the following topics:

•

Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points, page 1-2

•

Hardware Features, page 1-3

Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points, page 1-8

Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points

You should keep these guidelines in mind when you use a lightweight access point:

•

Lightweight access points can only communicate with Cisco 2006 series wireless LAN controllers or 4400 series controllers. Cisco 4100 series, Airespace 4012 series, and Airespace 4024 series controllers are not supported because they lack the memory required to support access points running Cisco IOS software.

•

Lightweight access points do not support Wireless Domain Services (WDS) and cannot communicate with WDS devices. However, the controller provides functionality equivalent to WDS when the access point associates to it.

Lightweight access points support eight BSSIDs per radio and a total of eight wireless LANs per access point. When a lightweight access point associates to a controller, only wireless LANs with

IDs 1 through 8 are pushed to the access point.

Lightweight access points do not support Layer 2 LWAPP. They must get an IP address and discover the controller using DHCP, DNS, or IP subnet broadcast.

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Hardware Features

•

The lightweight access point console port is enabled for monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the access point is associated to a controller).

Hardware Features

Key hardware features of the access point include:

•

Dual-radio operation (see

page 1-5

Ethernet port (see

page 1-5

)

Console port (see

page 1-5

LEDs, (see

page 1-5

)

Multiple power sources (see

)

page 1-6

UL 2043 certification (see

page 1-6 )

)

•

Anti-theft features (see page 1-6 )

Refer to

Appendix C, “Access Point Specifications,”

for a list of access point specifications.

Figure 1-1 shows the access point with antennas.

Figure 1-1 Access Point with Antennas

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2.4 GHz LEFT

STATUS

RADIO

ETHERNET

MODE

CONSOLE

ETHERNET

48VDC

2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMAR

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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

STATUS

RADIO

ETHERNET

2 3 4

MODE

CONSOLE ETHERNET

48VDC

5 6 7 8

2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY

2.4-GHz antenna connector (left)

Ethernet LED

Radio LED

Status LED

Mode button

Console port (RJ-45)

Ethernet port (RJ-45)

48-VDC power port

2.4-GHz antenna connector (right/primary)

Figure 1-3

illustrates the 5-GHz connector end of the access point.

Figure 1-3 Access Point 5-GHz Connector End

5 GHz ANTENNA w/RP-TNC

LEFT

RIGHT / PRIMARY

5-GHz antenna connector (left)

5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary)

Security key slot

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Single or Dual-Radio Operation

The 1242AG access point supports simultaneous radio operation using a 2.4-GHz 802.11g radio and a

5-GHz 802.11a radio. The 1242G access point supports a single 2.4-GHz 802.11g radio. Each radio uses dual-diversity integrated antennas.

The 5-GHz radio incorporates an Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) radio transceiver operating in the UNII 5-GHz frequency bands. The 802.11g radio is called Radio0 and the

802.11a radio is called Radio1.

Antennas Supported

The 1242AG access point supports a wide range of antennas that you can connect to the RP-TNC connectors on the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radios. For a complete list fo supported 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 ) accepts an RJ-45 connector, linking the access point to

your 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN. The access point can receive power through the Ethernet cable from a power injector, switch, or power patch panel. The Ethernet MAC address is printed on the label on the back of the access point (refer to the

“Locating the Product Serial Number” section on page xiii ).

Console Port

The serial console port can be used to monitor the access point power-up sequences using a terminal emulator program. The port is located on the end of the unit (see

Figure 1-2

). Use an RJ-45 to DB-9 serial cable to connect your computer’s COM port to the access point’s serial console port. (Refer to

Appendix E, “Console Cable Pinouts,” for a description of the console port pinouts.) Assign the

following port settings to a terminal emulator to open the management system pages: 9600 baud, 8 data bits, No parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow control.

Note

After completing your configuration changes, you must remove the serial cable from the access point.

LEDs

The access point has three LEDs to indicate Ethernet activity, radio activity, and status indications (refer to the

“Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs” section on page 3-2 or the

“Checking the

Lightweight Access Point LEDs” section on page 4-3 for additional information).

Figure 1-2

shows the location of the LEDs.

•

The Status LED provides general operating status and error indications.

•

The Ethernet LED signals Ethernet traffic on the wired Ethernet LAN and provides Ethernet error indications.

The Radio LED signals that wireless packets are being transmitted or received over the radio interface and provides radio error indications.

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Power Sources

The access point can receive power from an external power module or from inline power using the

Ethernet cable. The access point supports the IEEE 802.3af inline power standard and Cisco CDP Power

Negotiation. Using inline power, you do not need to run a power cord to the access point because power is supplied over the Ethernet cable.

Warning This product must be connected to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af compliant power source

or an IEC60950 compliant limited power source. Statement 353

Caution

Be careful when handling the access point; the bottom plate might be hot.

The access point supports the following power sources:

•

Power module

Inline power:

–

Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB)

An inline power capable switch, such as the Cisco Catalyst 3550 PWR XL, 3560-48PS,

3570-48PS, 4500 with 802.3AF PoE module, or the 6500 with 802.3AF PoE module

–

Other inline power switches supporting the IEEE 802.3af inline power standard

Note

Some switches and patch panels might not provide enough power to operate the access point with both

2.4-GHz and 5-GHz radios. At power-up, if the access point is unable to determine that the power source can supply sufficient power, the access point automatically deactivates both radios to prevent an over-current condition. The access point also activates a Status LED low power error indication and creates an error log entry (refer to the

“Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs” section on page 3-2 and the

“Checking Basic Settings” section on page 3-3 ).

UL 2043 Certification

The access point has adequate fire resistance and low smoke-producing characteristics suitable for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings, in accordance with

Section 300-22(c) of the NEC, and with Sections 2-128, 12-010(3) and 12-100 of the Canadian

Electrical Code, Part 1, C22.1.

Caution

Only the fiber-optic power injector (AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) has been tested to UL 2043 for operation in a building’s environmental air space; the AIR-PWRINJ3 power injector and the power module are not tested to UL 2043 and should not be placed in a building’s environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings.

Anti-Theft Features

There are three methods of securing the access point:

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•

Security cable keyhole—You can use the security cable slot (see

Figure 1-3

) to secure the access point using a standard security cable, like those used on laptop computers (refer to the

“Using a

Security Cable” section on page 2-17

Security hasp—When you mount the access point on a wall or ceiling using the mounting plate and the security hasp, you can lock the access point to the plate with a padlock (see

Figure 1-4

Compatible padlocks are Master Lock models 120T and 121T or equivalent.

Figure 1-4 Access Point with Security Hasp and Padlock

2.4 GHz LEFT

Security hasp

2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMAR

Security padlock

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•

Cable security bracket—The cable security bracket (see

Figure 1-5 ) attaches to the mounting plate

and covers the console port, Ethernet port, power port, and the mode button to prevent the installation or removal of the cables or the activation of the mode button. The cable security bracket is user removable prior to attaching the mounting plate to a ceiling or wall.

Figure 1-5 Access Point with Mounting Plate and Cable Security Bracket

2.4 GHz LEFT

STATUS

RADIO

ETHERNET

48VDC

2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMAR

Mounting plate

Cable security bracket

Access point

Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points

This section describes the autonomous access point’s role in three common wireless network configurations. The autonomous access point’s default configuration is as a root unit connected to a wired LAN or as the central unit in an all-wireless network.

The autonomous 1240AG series access point supports these operating wireless modes:

•

Root access point—Connected to a wired LAN and supports wireless clients.

Repeater access point—Not connected to a wired LAN, associates to a root access point, and supports wireless clients

Workgroup bridge—Not connected to a wired LAN, associates to a root access point or bridge, and supports wired network devices.

Root bridge—Connected to a wired LAN and supports non-root bridges and wireless clients.

Non-root bridge —Not connected to a wired LAN, associates to a root bridge, supports wireless clients, and supports wired clients.

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Root Access Point on a Wired LAN

An autonomous access point connected directly to a wired LAN provides a connection point for wireless users. If more than one autonomous access point is connected to the LAN, users can roam from one area of a facility to another without losing their connection to the network. As users move out of range of one access point, they automatically connect to the network (associate) through another access point. The roaming process is seamless and transparent to the user.

Figure 1-6

shows access points acting as root units on a wired LAN.

Figure 1-6 Access Points as Root Units on a Wired LAN

Access point

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Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range

An autonomous access point can be configured as a stand-alone repeater to extend the range of your infrastructure or to overcome an obstacle that blocks radio communication. The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN by sending packets to either another repeater or to an access point connected to the wired LAN. The data is sent through the route that provides the best performance for the client.

Figure 1-7

shows an autonomous access point acting as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS

Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for instructions on setting up an access point as a repeater.

Note

Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with repeater access points.

Figure 1-7 Access Point as Repeater

Access point Repeater

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Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network

In an all-wireless network, an autonomous access point acts as a stand-alone root unit. The autonomous access point is not attached to a wired LAN; it functions as a hub linking all stations together. The access point serves as the focal point for communications, increasing the communication range of wireless

users. Figure 1-8

shows an autonomous access point in an all-wireless network.

Figure 1-8 Access Point as Central Unit in All-Wireless Network

Access point

Bridge Network with Wireless Clients

The access point supports root bridge and non-root bridge roles used to interconnect a remote LAN to the main LAN (see

Figure 1-9 ). The bridge units can also support wireless clients.

Figure 1-9 Root Bridge and Non-root Bridge with Clients

Root bridge Non-root bridge

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Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration

In a point-to-point bridge configuration, two bridges interconnect two LAN networks using a wireless communication link (see

Figure 1-10

). The bridge connected to the main LAN network is classified as a root bridge and the other bridge is classified as a non-root bridge.

Figure 1-10 Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration

Root bridge Non-root bridge

Workgroup Bridge Network

The access point supports a workgroup bridge role to interconnect remote Ethernet workstations to the main LAN. The workgroup bridge can communicate with an access point (see

Figure 1-11

) or with a bridge (see

Figure 1-12 ).

Figure 1-11 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with an Access Point

Access point

Workgroup bridge

Figure 1-12 Workgroup Bridge Communicating with a Bridge

Bridge Workgroup bridge

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Network Example with Lightweight Access Points

The lightweight access points support Layer 3 network operation. Lightweight access points and controllers in Layer 3 configurations use IP addresses and UDP packets, which can be routed through large networks. Layer 3 operation is scalable and recommended by Cisco.

This section illustrates a typical wireless network configuration containing lightweight access points and a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (see

Figure 1-13 ).

Figure 1-13 Typical Lightweight Access Point Network Configuration Example

LWAPP

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Installing the Access Point

This chapter describes the installation of the access point and includes these sections:

•

Safety Information, page 2-2

•

Warnings, page 2-2

Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-3

Basic Installation Guidelines, page 2-4

Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points, page 2-4

Mounting Overview, page 2-7

Mounting on a Horizontal or Vertical Surface, page 2-9

Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling, page 2-10

Mounting Above a Suspended Ceiling, page 2-11

Mounting Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf, page 2-14

Cable Security Bracket, page 2-14

Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate, page 2-16

Securing the Access Point, page 2-17

Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-20

Powering Up the Access Point, page 2-22

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Safety Information

Safety Information

Follow the guidelines in this section to ensure proper operation and safe use of the access point.

FCC Safety Compliance Statement

The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. When used with approved

Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in

OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991. Proper installation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in user exposure that is substantially below the FCC recommended limits.

General Safety Guidelines

Do not hold any component containing a radio so that the antenna is very close to or touching any exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.

Warnings

Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in

Appendix A, “Translated Safety

Warnings.”

Warning This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this device.

Statement 1071

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Warning

Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. Statement 1004

Warning

This product must be connected to a power-over-ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af compliant power source or an

IEC60950 compliant limited power source. Statement 353

Warning

This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. 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 be especially qualified for such use.

Statement 245B

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Unpacking the Access Point

Warning In order to comply 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 persons. Statement 332

Unpacking the Access Point

Follow these steps to unpack the access point:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents.

Return all packing materials to the shipping container and save it.

Ensure that all items listed in the “Package Contents” section are included in the shipment. Check each item for damage. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your authorized Cisco sales representative.

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

–

One mounting plate with cable security bracket

–

Two suspended ceiling T-rail clips, spacers (accommodates standard and recessed T-rails), and nuts.

One security hasp

•

–

Two 6 x 32 x 1/2 in.

pan head Phillips machine screws

Four 8 x 18 x 3/4 in. pan head Phillips sheet metal screws

Four #8 plastic wall anchors

One 10 x 24 nut (for ground stud on mounting bracket)

–

Four rubber foot pads

Two cable tie wraps

Product quick start guide

Product translated safety warnings document

Cisco product registration and Cisco documentation feedback cards

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Basic Installation Guidelines

Basic Installation Guidelines

Because the access point is a radio device, it is susceptible to interference that can reduce throughput and range. Follow these basic guidelines to ensure the best possible performance:

•

Ensure that a site survey has been performed to determine the optimum placement of access points.

•

For lightweight access points, check the latest release notes to ensure that your controller software version supports the access points to be installed. You can find the controller release notes by selecting your controller under Wireless LAN Controllers at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/psa/default.html

•

Ensure that access points are not mounted closer than 20 cm (7.9 in) from the body of all persons.

Do not mount the access point within 3 feet of metal obstructions.

Install the access point away from microwave ovens. Microwave ovens operate on the same frequency as the access point and can cause signal interference.

Do not mount the access point outside of buildings.

Do not mount the access points on building perimeter walls unless outside coverage is desired.

Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points

The lightweight access point supports these controller discovery processes:

•

DHCP server discovery—Uses DHCP Option 43 to provide controller IP addresses to the access points. Cisco switches support a DHCP server option. For additional information, refer to the

“Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points” section on page G-1 .

•

DNS server discovery—The access point uses the name CISCO-LWAPP-CONTROLLER.<local

domain> to discover the controller IP addresses from a DNS server. Where <local domain> is the access point domain name.

Locally stored controller IP addresses—If the access point was previously associated to a controller, the IP addresses of the primary, secondary, and tertiary controllers are stored in the access point non-volatile memory. The process of storing controller IP addresses in access points for later deployment is called priming the access point. For additional information, refer to the

“Priming

Lightweight Access Points Prior to Deployment” section on page F-1

You can also manually configure controller information using CLI commands on new

(out-of-the-box) access points that are not connected to a controller. For additional information refer to the

“Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI” section on page 4-7 .

Cisco recommends that you configure a DHCP server with Option 43 to provide the controller IP addresses to your access points. Cisco switches provide a DHCP server option that is typically used for this purpose.

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Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network

Prior to beginning the actual access point deployment, perform these tasks:

•

Ensure that a site survey has been preformed.

•

Ensure that your network infrastructure devices are operational and properly configured.

For lightweight access points, perform these tasks:

–

Ensure that your controllers are connected to switch trunk ports.

Ensure that your switch is configured with untagged access ports for connecting your access points.

–

Ensure that a DHCP server with Option 43 configured is reachable by your access points.

To deploy your access points, follow these steps:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Obtain the access point location map created during your building site survey.

Review the access point locations and identify the specific mounting methods required for each access point location.

For each access point perform these steps:

For lightweight access points, record the access point MAC address on the access point location map. When you have completed the access point deployment, return the access point MAC addresses and the access point locations on the access point location maps or floor plans to your network planner or manager. The network operators can use the MAC address and location information to create maps for precise wireless system management.

Attach your access point to the mounting plate (see the “Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting

Plate” section on page 2-16 ).

Mount the access point at the indicated destination using the specified mounting method. For specific mounting instructions, see these sections:

–

Horizontal or vertical surface, such as a ceiling or wall (see the

“Mounting on a Horizontal or

Vertical Surface” section on page 2-9 ).

–

Below a suspended ceiling (see the

“Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling” section on page 2-10

Above a suspended ceiling (see the

“Mounting Above a Suspended Ceiling” section on page 2-11

–

On a desktop or shelf (see the

“Mounting Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf” section on page 2-14

Optionally secure the access point using a padlock or security cable (see the

“Securing the Access

Point” section on page 2-17 ).

Connect the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). For instructions see the

“Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables” section on page 2-20

On power up, verify that the access point is associated to a controller and operating normally. For additional information, refer to the

“Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs” section on page 3-2

or the

“Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs” section on page 4-3

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Step 4

For lightweight access points, after your access points are deployed, ensure that your controller is not configured as a master controller. A master controller should only be used for configuring access points and not in a working network.

Access Point Layout and Connectors

Figure 2-1

illustrates the 2.4-GHz connector end of the access point.

Figure 2-1 Access Point 2.4-GHz Connector End

2.4 GHz LEFT

STATUS

RADIO

ETHERNET

2 3 4

MODE

CONSOLE ETHERNET

48VDC

5 6 7 8

2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY

2.4-GHz antenna connector (left)

Ethernet LED

Radio LED

Status LED

MODE button

Console port (RJ-45)

Ethernet port (RJ-45)

48-VDC power port

2.4-GHz antenna connector (right/primary)

Figure 2-2

illustrates the 5-GHz connector end of the access point.

Figure 2-2 Access Point 5-GHz Connector End

5 GHz ANTENNA w/RP-TNC

LEFT

RIGHT / PRIMARY

5-GHz antenna connector (left)

5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary

Security key slot )

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Mounting Overview

You can mount the access point on any of the following surfaces:

•

Horizontal or vertical flat surfaces, such as walls or ceilings

•

Suspended ceilings (above and below)

Mounting Overview

Caution

The access point, the antennas, and the power source (power injector or power module) are not designed for outdoor use and must be located in an indoor environment.

The access point ships with a detachable mounting plate and the necessary mounting hardware. Because it is detachable, you can use the mounting plate as a template to mark the positions of the mounting holes for your installation. You then install the mounting plate and attach the access point when you are ready.

Refer to

Figure 2-3

to locate the various mounting holes for the method you intend to use.

Figure 2-3 Mounting Plate

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Cable access openings

Locking detent

Ceiling or wall mounting holes

Ground connection

Cable tie point

Caution

Only the fiber-optic power injector (AIR-PWRINJ-FIB) has been tested to UL 2043 for operation in a building’s environmental air space; no other power injectors or power modules have been tested to UL 2043 and they should not be placed in a building’s environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings.

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Note

The access point provides adequate fire resistance and low smoke-producing characteristics suitable for operation in a building's environmental air space (such as above suspended ceilings) in accordance with

Section 300-22(C) of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Note

When mounting the access point in a building’s environmental air space, you must use Ethernet cable suitable for operation in environmental air space in accordance with Section 300-22(C) of the National

Electrical Code (NEC).

A mounting hardware kit is provided that contains the hardware and fasteners necessary to mount the access point. Refer to the

Table 2-1

to identify the materials you need to mount your access point, then go to the section containing the specific mounting procedure.

Table 2-1 Material Needed to Mount Access Point

Mounting Method

Horizontal or vertical surface

Suspended ceiling

Materials Required

Four #8 x 1 in. (25.4 mm) screws

Four wall anchors

3/16 in. (4.7 mm) or 3/32 in. (2.3 mm) drill bit

Drill

Standard screwdriver

Two T-rail clips with studs

Two plastic spacers

Two 1/4–20 Keps nuts with built-in washers

Standard screwdriver, wrench, or pliers

In Kit

Yes

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Mounting on a Horizontal or Vertical Surface

Follow these steps to mount the access point on a horizontal or vertical surface.

Step 1

Use the mounting plate as a template to mark the locations of the four mounting holes.

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Note

When mounting on a vertical surface, position the cable security bracket on the bottom.

Drill one of the following sized holes at the locations you marked:

•

3/16 in. (4.7 mm) if you are using wall anchors

•

1/8 in. (6.3 mm) if you are not using wall anchors

Install the anchors into the wall if you are using them. Otherwise, go to Step 4.

Secure the mounting plate to the surface using the #8 fasteners.

Note

On a vertical surface, mount the plate with the security hasp slot on the top.

Step 5

Attach the access point to the mounting plate.

Note

For a more secure installation you should attach the mounting plate to a stud or major structural member and use the appropriate fasteners.

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Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling

Mounting Below a Suspended Ceiling

Note

To comply with NEC code, a #10-24 grounding lug is provided on the mounting plate.

You should review Figure 2-4

before beginning the mounting process.

Figure 2-4 T-Rail Mounting Parts

Suspended ceiling T-rail

T-rail clips

Plastic spacer (used with recessed ceiling tiles)

mounting plate

Keps nut (contains an attached lock washer)

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Follow these steps to mount your access point on a suspended ceiling:

Mounting Above a Suspended Ceiling

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Step 9

Step 10

Decide where you want to mount the access point.

Attach two T-rail clips to the suspended ceiling T-rail.

Use the mounting plate to adjust the distance between the T-rail clips so that they align with the holes in the mounting plate.

Use a standard screwdriver to tighten the T-rail clip studs in place on the suspended ceiling T-rail. Do not overtighten.

If using recessed ceiling tiles, install a plastic spacer on each T-rail clip stud. The spacer’s legs should contact the suspended ceiling T-rail.

Attach the mounting plate to the T-rail clip studs and start a Keps nut on each stud.

Use a wrench or pliers to tighten the Keps nuts. Do not overtighten.

To attach the access point to the mounting plate, see the

“Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting

Plate” section on page 2-16 .

If you need additional security, refer to the

“Securing the Access Point” section on page 2-17 for

additional information.

Verify the access point is operating (see the

“Powering Up the Access Point” section on page 2-22

Mounting Above a Suspended Ceiling

The access point mounting plate is designed to be integrated into the T-bar grid above the tiles of a suspended ceiling. Using a T-bar box hanger and bracket mounting clip (not supplied) such as the

Erico 512A and BHC, you orient the access point antenna just above the top surface of a standard ceiling tile. You may need to modify a thicker tile to allow room for the antenna.

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It may be helpful to refer to

Figure 2-5 before proceeding.

Figure 2-5 Above Suspended Ceiling Parts

ARY

T / PRIM z RIGH

2.4 GH

48VDC

NET

ETHER

MOD

RADIO

TUS

ETHERNET

Hz LEFT

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Suspended ceiling T-rail

T-rail clip

Height adjustment screw

T-bar box hanger

Bracket mounting clip

Caution

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The bracket mounting clip requires the use of two mounting clip holes on the mounting plate (see

Figure 2-6 ).

Figure 2-6 Mounting Plate Holes

Bracket mounting clip holes

Follow these steps to mount the access point above a suspended ceiling.

Step 1

Step 2

Insert the bracket mounting clip’s tab into the large hole on the access point mounting plate.

Place the clip over the T-bar box hanger and secure it to the access point mounting plate (see

Figure 2-7

) with the 1/4-20 fastener (supplied with the T-bar hanger).

Figure 2-7 Access Point Mounting Plate

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Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Step 9

Step 10

Determine the location in the ceiling where you will mount the access point and remove an adjacent ceiling tile.

Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that they are pointing down when mounted on the

T-bar Box hanger.

Adjust the height of the T-bar box hanger to provide antenna clearance above the ceiling tile using the height adjusting screws (refer to

Figure 2-5

Attach the T-rail clips on each end of the T-bar box hanger to the ceiling grid T-rails. Make sure the clips are securely attached to the T-rails.

Connect a drop wire to a building structural element and through the hole provided in the bracket mounting clip. This additional support is required in order to comply with the U.S. National Electrical

Safety Code.

To attach the access point to the mounting plate, see the

“Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting

Plate” section on page 2-16

If you need additional security, see the

“Securing the Access Point” section on page 2-17 for additional

information.

Verify the access point is operating before replacing the ceiling tile (see the “Powering Up the Access

Point” section on page 2-22

Mounting Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf

When placing the access point on a desktop of shelf, the use of the mounting plate is optional. The mounting plate can be used to shield the user from the hot bottom surface of the access point when movement of the access point may be necessary. The access point is shipped with four rubber pads that you can place on the bottom of the access point or the mounting plate to help prevent sliding or scratching the surface of your desktop or shelf. For information on connecting the access point cables, see the

“Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables” section on page 2-20 .

Cable Security Bracket

The access point mounting plate has an attached cable security bracket that covers the console port,

Ethernet port, power port, and the mode button to prevent the installation or removal of the cables or the activation of the mode button. If desired, the cable security bracket can be removed prior to attaching the mounting plate to a ceiling or wall.

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Figure 2-8 Access Point with Mounting Plate and Cable Security Bracket

Cable Security Bracket

2.4 GHz LEFT

STATUS

RADIO

ETHERNET

ETHER

NET

48VDC

2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMAR

Mounting plate

Cable security bracket

Access point

Removing the Cable Security Bracket

The cable security bracket (see

Figure 2-9 ) is designed to help prevent someone from using the Mode

button to reset the access point to default values or from using the serial console cable to access the access point’s CLI interface or from removing the Ethernet cable. If this security protection is not considered necessary, you can remove the cable security bracket.

Figure 2-9 Cable Security Bracket Screws

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Cable security bracket screws

Mounting plate

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To remove the cable security bracket from the mounting plate, follow these instructions:

Step 1

Step 2

Position the mounting plate with the cable security bracket pointing down (see

Figure 2-9

Remove the two screws that attach the bracket to the mounting plate using a phillips screw driver.

Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate

Follow these steps to attach the access point to the mounting plate:

Step 1

If your mounting plate has the cable security bracket, follow these steps:

Connect the Ethernet cable to the access point Ethernet port (see the

“Connecting the Ethernet and

Power Cables” section on page 2-20

If not using on-line power, connect the power module’s power cable to the access point 48-VDC connector.

Carefully feed the Ethernet and power cables through the cable notch on the cable security bracket and slide the cables to the right or left to secure the cables (see the

“Cable Security Bracket” section on page 2-14

Note

If your access point is connected to Ethernet in-line power, do not connect the local power module to the access point. Using two power sources on the access point might cause the access point to shut down to protect internal components and might cause the switch to shut down the port to which the access point is connected. If your access point shuts down, you must remove all power and reconnect only a single power source.

Step 2

Line up the four keyhole clips on the mounting plate with the large ends of the keyhole-shaped holes on the access point.

Note

The keyhole clips on each side of the mounting plate are offset and can only be positioned in one direction onto the access point.

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Insert the mounting plate clips into the keyhole shaped holes on the access point.

Slide the access point towards the cable security bracket end of the mounting bracket while exerting slight pressure to force the access point and mounting plate together. You will hear a slight click when the locking detents contact the access point and locks it into place.

Attach and adjust the antenna(s) or antenna cables to the access point antenna connectors.

Note

The 5-GHz antennas and antenna cables have a blue dot or blue label. Connect only antennas or antenna cables with blue dots or labels to the access point’s 5-GHz antenna connectors.

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Step 6

If your mounting plate does not have the cable security bracket, follow these steps:

Connect a CAT 5 Ethernet cable to the access point Ethernet port (see the

and Power Cables” section on page 2-20

“Connecting the Ethernet

If using local power, insert the power module’s power cable into the access point’s 48-VDC power port.

Note

If your access point is connected to in-line power, do not connect the power module to the access point. Using two power sources on the access point might cause the access point to shut down to protect internal components and might cause the switch to shut down the port to which the access point is connected. If your access point shuts down, you must remove all power and reconnect only a single power source.

Securing the Access Point

There are two ways to secure your access point:

•

Using a security cable

•

Securing the access point to the mounting plate

Using a Security Cable

You can secure the access point by installing a standard security cable (such as the Kensington Notebook

MicroSaver, model number 64068) into the access point security cable slot (see

Figure 2-2 ). The security

cable can be used with any of the mounting methods described in this guide.

Follow these steps to install the security cable.

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Loop the security cable around a nearby immovable object.

Insert the key into the security cable lock.

Insert the security cable latch into the security key slot on the access point.

Rotate the key right or left to secure the security cable lock to the access point.

Remove the key from security cable lock.

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Securing the Access Point to the Mounting Plate

The security hasp enables you to use a padlock to secure the access point to the mounting plate. Known compatible padlocks are Master Lock models 120T or 121T.

To install the security hasp, follow these steps:

Step 1

Insert the security hasp’s key pin (see Figure 2-10

) into the key slot on the access point (see

Figure 2-2

) and rotate counterclockwise towards the mounting plate.

Figure 2-10 Security Hasp

2.4 GHz LEFT

2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMAR

Key pin

Security hasp

Mounting plate security slot

Padlock

5-GHz access point end

Mounting plate

Step 2

Push the security hasp’s padlock flange through the mounting plate’s security slot.

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Step 3

Place your padlock (user supplied) through the padlock hole in the security hasp’s padlock flange

(see Figure 2-11

Figure 2-11 Security Hasp and Padlock

2.4 GHz LEFT

2.4 GHz RIGHT / PRIMAR

Security hasp

Pad lock

Step 4

Push the padlock into the recessed opening between the access point and the mounting plate.

Note

When attaching the mounting plate to a vertical surface, place the security cable bracket end of the mounting plate on the bottom.

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Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables

The access point receives power through the Ethernet cable or an external power module.

Figure 2-12

shows the power options for the access point.

Figure 2-12 Access Point Power Options

Option 1

Switch with inline power

SYST

RPS

STAT UTIL

DUPLX SPEED

MODE

3 4

6 7

10 11

10Base-T / 10

0Base-TX

13 14

17 18

20 21

23 24

Catalyst 2950

SERIES

100Base-FX

Option 2

Switch without inline power

SYST

RPS

STAT UTIL DUPLX

SPEED

MODE

1 2

4 5

8 9

10Base-T / 10

0Base-TX

15 16

18 19

22 23

Catalyst 2950

SERIES

100Base-FX

Access Point

Power injector

Universal power supply

Power cord

Option 3

Warning This product must be connected to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af compliant power source

or an IEC60950 compliant limited power source. Statement 353

Caution

This product and all interconnected equipment must be installed indoors within the same building, including the associated LAN connections (as defined by Environment A of the IEEE 802.3af standard).

The access point power options:

•

Option 1—Switches with sufficient inline power:

–

An inline power capable switch, such as the Cisco Catalyst 3550 PWR XL, 3560-48PS,

3750-48PS, 4500 with 802.3AF PoE module, or the 6500 with 802.3AF PoE module

•

–

Other inline power switches supporting the IEEE 802.3af inline power standard

Option 2—Switches without sufficient inline power can use the power injector:

–

Cisco Aironet Power Injector (AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB)

Option 3—Local power using the power module

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Note

Some older switches and patch panels might not provide enough power to operate the access point. At power-up, if the access point is unable to determine that the power source can supply sufficient power, the access point automatically deactivates both radios to prevent an over-current condition. The access

point Status LED turns amber and an error log entry is created (refer to the “Checking the Autonomous

Access Point LEDs” section on page 3-2 or the

“Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs” section on page 4-3

Connecting to an Ethernet Network with an Inline Power Source

Caution

Be careful when handling the access point; the bottom plate might be hot.

Note

If your access point is connected to in-line power, do not connect the power module to the access point.

Using two power sources on the access point might cause the access point to shut down to protect internal components and might cause the switch to shut down the port to which the access point is connected. If your access point shuts down, you must remove all power and reconnect only a single power source.

Follow these steps to connect the access point to the Ethernet LAN when you have an inline power source:

Step 1

Connect a Category 5 Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector labeled Ethernet on the access point (see

Figure 2-13

Figure 2-13 Ethernet and Power Ports

STATUS

RADIO

ETHERNET

MODE

CONSOLE

ETHERNET

48VDC

2.4 GHz LEFT

2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY

1 2

Ethernet port

48 VDC power port

Step 2

Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to one of the following:

•

A switch with inline power (see the “Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables” section on page 2-20

•

The end of a Cisco Aironet power injector labeled To AP/Bridge. Connect the other end labeled To

Network to your 10/100 Ethernet LAN.

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Caution

Be careful when handling the access point; the bottom plate might be hot.

Note

If your access point is connected to in-line power, do not connect the power module to the access point.

Follow these steps to connect the access point to an Ethernet LAN when you are using a local power source:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Connect a Category 5 Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector labeled Ethernet on the access point (see

Figure 2-13 ).

Connect the power module output connector to the access point’s 48-VDC power port (see

Figure 2-13 ).

Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into an unpowered Ethernet port on your LAN network.

Plug the other end of the power module into an approved 100- to 240-VAC outlet.

For information on securing your access point, see the

“Securing the Access Point” section on page 2-17

Powering Up the Access Point

When power is applied to the access point, it begins a routine power-up sequence that you can monitor by observing the three LEDs on the end of the access point. After you observe all three LEDs turning green to indicate the starting of the operating system, the Status LED blinks green signifying that the access point is operational. After a successful power-up sequence, the Status LED turns light green to signify that there are no client devices associated, or it turns blue to signify that there are client devices associated. Refer to the

“Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs” section on page 3-2 or the

“Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs” section on page 4-3 for LED descriptions.

Caution

Be careful when handling the access point; the bottom plate might be hot.

Note

If your access point is connected to in-line power, do not connect the power module to the access point.

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Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous

Access Points

This chapter provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with the 1240AG series autonomous access point (AIR-AP1242AG or AIR-AP1242G). For the most up-to-date, detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/psa/default.html

Sections in this chapter include:

•

Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs, page 3-2

Checking Basic Settings, page 3-3

Low Power Condition, page 3-5

Running the Carrier Busy Test, page 3-13

•

Running the Ping Test, page 3-14

Resetting to the Default Configuration, page 3-14

Reloading the Access Point Image, page 3-16

Obtaining the Access Point Image File, page 3-19

Obtaining the TFTP Server Software, page 3-20

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Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs

Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs

If your access point is not working properly, check the Status, Ethernet, and Radio LEDs on the 2.4 GHz end of the unit. You can use the LED indications to quickly assess the unit’s status.

Figure 3-1 shows the

access point LEDs (for additional information refer to the Event Log using the access point browser interface).

Figure 3-1 Access Point LEDs

MODE

CONSOLE ETHERNET

48VDC

STATUS

RADIO

ETHERNET

2.4 GHz LEFT

2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY

1 2 3

Ethernet LED

Radio LED

Status LED

Table 3-1

Message type

Boot loader status

Operating status

The LED signals are listed in Table 3-1 .

LED Signals

Association status

Ethernet LED

Green

Off

Green

—

Radio LED

Green

Off

Green

—

Status LED

Green

Meaning

DRAM memory test ok.

Blinking green Blue-green Initialize Flash file system.

Green Pink Flash memory test ok.

Dark blue

Green

Ethernet test ok.

Starting Cisco IOS.

—

Light green Normal operating condition, but no wireless client devices are associated with the unit.

Blue Normal operating condition, at least one wireless client device is associated with the unit.

Green —

Blinking green —

—

Blinking green —

— Blinking dark blue

Ethernet link is operational.

Transmitting or receiving Ethernet packets.

Transmitting or receiving radio packets.

Software upgrade in progress

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Table 3-1 LED Signals (continued)

Message type Ethernet LED

Boot loader warnings Off

Red

Amber

Boot loader errors

Cisco IOS errors

Off

Blinking green Blinking red

Red

Off

Amber

Red

Amber

Red

Amber

Blinking amber

—

Red

—

Radio LED

Off

Red

Amber

Off

Amber

—

Blinking amber —

Red

—

Status LED

Yellow

Pink

Blinking pink

Red

Blinking red and blue

Blinking red and blue-green

Blinking red and yellow

Blinking red and off

—

Meaning

Ethernet link not operational.

Ethernet failure.

Configuration recovery in progress

(Mode button pressed for 2 to 3 seconds).

Image recovery

(Mode button pressed for 20 to 30 seconds)

Image recovery in progress and Mode button is released.

DRAM memory test failure.

Flash file system failure.

Environment variable (ENVAR) failure.

Bad MAC address.

Ethernet failure during image recovery.

Boot environment error.

No Cisco IOS image file.

Boot failure.

Transmit or receive Ethernet errors.

Amber

Maximum retries or buffer full occurred on the radio.

Software failure; try disconnecting and reconnecting unit power.

General warning, insufficient inline power (see the

Low Power Condition

section).

Checking Basic Settings

Mismatched basic settings are the most common causes of lost connectivity with wireless clients. If the access point does not communicate with client devices, check the following areas.

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Checking Basic Settings

Default IP Address Behavior

When you connect a 1240 series access point running Cisco IOS Release 12.3(7)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 receive an IP address, continues to send requests indefinitely.

Enabling the Radio Interfaces

In Cisco IOS Release 12.3(7)JA or later, the access point radios are disabled by default, and there is no default SSID. You must create an SSID and enable the radios before the access point will allow wireless associations from other devices. These changes to the default configuration improve the security of newly installed access points. Refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet

Access Points for instructions on configuring the SSID.

To enable the radio interfaces, follow these instructions:

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Step 9

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Use your web-browser to access your access point.

At the prompts, enter the administrator username and password. The default username is Cisco and the default password is Cisco. The username and password are case sensitive.

When the Summary Status page displays, click Network Interfaces > Radio0-802.11G and the radio status page displays.

Click Settings and the radio settings page displays.

Click Enable in the Enable Radio field.

Click Apply.

Click Radio1-802.11A and the radio status page displays.

Repeat Steps 3 to 5.

Close your web-browser.

SSID

Wireless clients attempting to associate with the access point must use the same SSID as the access point.

If a client device’s SSID does not match the SSID of an access point in radio range, the client device will not associate.

Note

In Cisco IOS Release 12.3(7)JA or later, there is no default SSID. You must configure an SSID before client devices can associate to the access point.

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Low Power Condition

WEP Keys

The WEP key you use to transmit data must be set up exactly the same on your access point and any wireless devices with which it associates. For example, if you set WEP Key 3 on your client adapter to

0987654321 and select it as the transmit key, you must also set WEP Key 3 on the access point to exactly the same value. The access point does not need to use Key 3 as its transmit key, however.

Refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for instructions on setting the access point’s WEP keys.

Security Settings

Wireless clients attempting to authenticate with your access point must support the same security options configured in the access point, such as EAP or LEAP, MAC address authentication, Message Integrity

Check (MIC), WEP key hashing, and 802.1X protocol versions.

If a wireless client is unable to authenticate with your access point, contact the system administrator for proper security settings in the client adapter and for the client adapter driver and firmware versions that are compatible with the access point settings.

Note

The access point MAC address that displays on the Status page in the Aironet Client Utility (ACU) is the MAC address for the access point radio. The MAC address for the access point Ethernet port is printed on the label on the back of the access point.

Low Power Condition

Warning This product must be connected to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af compliant power source

or an IEC60950 compliant limited power source. Statement 353

The access point can be powered from the 48-VDC power module or from an in-line power source. The access point supports the IEEE 802.3af power standard, Cisco Pre-Standard PoE protocol, and Cisco

Intelligent Power Management for in-line power sources.

For full operation, the access point (powered device) requires 12.95 W (up to 15.4 W with 100 m

CAT 5 Ethernet cable). When the access point is being used in a PoE configuration, the power drawn from the power sourcing equipment (PSE), such as a switch or power injector, is higher by an amount dependent on the length of the interconnecting cable.

The power module and Cisco Aironet power injectors are capable of supplying the required power for full operation, but some inline power sources are not capable of supplying sufficient power. Also, some high-power inline power sources, might not be able to provide up to 15.4 W of power to all ports at the same time.

Note

An 802.3af compliant switch (Cisco or non-Cisco) is capable of supplying sufficient power for full operation.

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Low Power Condition

Note

If your access point is connected to in-line power, do not connect the power module to the access point.

On power up, the access point is placed into low power mode (both radios are disabled), Cisco IOS software loads and runs, and power negotiation determines if sufficient power is available. If there is sufficient power then the radios are turned on; otherwise, the access point remains in low power mode with the radios disabled to prevent a possible over-current condition. In low power mode, the access point activates the Status LED low power error indication, displays a low power message on the browser and serial interfaces, and creates an event log entry (see the

“Checking the Autonomous Access Point

LEDs” section on page 3-2

and

“Inline Power Status Messages” section on page 3-7

Intelligent Power Management

The access point requires 12.95 W of power (up to 15.4 W with 100 m CAT 5 Ethernet cable) for full power operation with both radios, but only needs 6.3 W of power when operating in low power mode with both radios disabled. To help avoid an over-current condition with low power sources and to optimize power usage on Cisco switches, Cisco developed Intelligent Power Management, which uses

Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP) to allow powered devices (such as your access point) to negotiate with a Cisco switch for sufficient power.

The access point supports Intelligent Power Management and as a result of the power negotiations, the access point will either enter full power mode or remain in low power mode with the radios disabled.

Note

Independent of the power negotiations, the access point hardware also uses the 802.3af classification scheme to indicate the power required from the power source. However, the power source cannot report the power available to the access point unless the power source also supports Intelligent Power

Management.

Some Cisco switches that are capable of supplying sufficient power require a software upgrade to support Intelligent Power Management. If the software upgrade is not desired, you can configure the access point to operate in pre-standard compatibility mode and the access point automatically enters full power mode if these Cisco switches are detected in the received CDP ID field.

When the access point determines that sufficient power is not available for full power operation, an error

message is logged and the Status LED turns amber to indicate low power mode (see the “Checking the

Autonomous Access Point LEDs” section on page 3-2

and the

“Inline Power Status Messages” section on page 3-7

Tip

If your switch is capable of supplying sufficient power for full operation but the access point remains in low-power mode, your access point or your switch (or both) might be misconfigured (see

Table 3-2 and

Table 3-3 ).

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Low Power Condition

If your inline power source is not able to supply sufficient power for full operation, you should consider these options:

•

Upgrade to a higher-powered switch

Use a Cisco Aironet power injector on the switch port

Use the 48-VDC power module to locally power the access point

Inline Power Status Messages

These messages are logged on the console port by the access point to report the power condition:

•

%CDP_PD-4-POWER_OK: Full Power - AC_ADAPTOR inline power source—This message indicates the access point is using the power module and can support full-power operation.

%CDP_PD-4-POWER_OK: Full Power - NEGOTIATED inline power source—This message indicates the access point is operating at full power and has successfully negotiated for 12.95 W of power from a Cisco switch supporting Cisco Intelligent Power Management.

•

%CDP_PD-4-POWER_OK: Full Power - HIGH_POWER_CLASSIC inline power source—This message indicates the access point is operating at full power because it has been configured for pre-standard compatibility mode and has detected a Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent

Power Management but is able to supply sufficient power to the access point.

%CDP_PD-4-POWER_OK: Full Power - INJECTOR_CONFIGURED_ON_SOURCE inline power source—This message indicates the access point is operating at full power because it is connected to a Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power Management and the switch has been configured with the power inline never command.

%CDP_PD-4-POWER_OK: Full power - INJECTOR_CONFIGURED_ON_CURRENT_PORT inline power source—This message indicates the access point is operating at full power because it has been configured to expect a power injector on this port.

%CDP_PD-4-POWER_OK: Full Power - INJECTOR_DETECTED_PD inline power source—This message indicates the access point is operating at full power because it has detected a CDP packet from another Cisco powerable device (PD). The access point power is being supplied from a power injector or a non-Cisco power source because a Cisco power source does not transmit this type of

CDP packet.

•

%CDP_PD-4-POWER_OK: Full Power - INJECTOR_DETECTED_MULTIPLE_MACS_ON_

HUB inline power source—This message indicates the access point is operating at full power because it has detected multiple Cisco devices. The access point power is being supplied from a power injector or a non-Cisco power source because a Cisco power source does not forward CDP packets.

%CDP_PD-4-POWER_OK: Full Power - NON_CISCO-NO_CDP_RECEIVED inline power source—This message indicates the access point is operating at full power because it has not received any CDP packets within the timeout period. This condition indicates your access point is connected to a non-Cisco power source.

Note

To prevent possible over-current conditions, the power source must be an IEEE 802.3af compliant power source or an IEC60950 compliant limited power source.

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•

%CDP_PD-2-POWER_LOW: All radios disabled - NEGOTIATED inline power source—This message indicates the access point is in low power mode with all radios disabled because the Cisco power source has indicated it is not capable of supplying sufficient power to the access point.

Note

A Cisco power injector might be required.

•

%CDP_PD-2-POWER_LOW: All radios disabled - LOW_POWER_CLASSIC_NO_INJECTOR

_CONFIGURED <platform name> (<MAC address>). —This message indicates the access point is in low power mode with all radios disabled and has detected a CDP device that is unable to supply sufficient power to the access point.

The< platform name> indicates the CDP device detected by the access point. The <MAC address> indicates the MAC address of the CDP device, typically, the switch port.

Note

A Cisco power injector might be required.

•

Following the low power status message, two extra messages are displayed on the console port or when using a Telnet session that identify the actions needed to resolve this low power problem:

–

Verify the required power injector is installed on this port: <platform name> (<Ethernet port>).

(where <platform name> indicates the CDP device detected by the access point and

<Ethernet port> indicates the Ethernet port of the CDP device.

–

If a power injector is installed, issue the command: power inline negotiation injector installed.

%CDP_PD-2-POWER_LOW: All radios disabled- LOW_POWER_CLASSIC_INJECTOR_

CONFIGURED_ON_ANOTHER_PORT <platform name> (<MAC address>)—This message indicates the access point is in low power mode with all radios disabled and has detected a CDP device that is unable to supply sufficient power to the access point. A power injector has been configured, but it is for another port. It is likely that the access point has been relocated and has not been reconfigured for a new power injector.

The <platorm name> indicates the CDP device detected by the access point. The <MAC address> indicates the MAC address of the CDP device, typically, the switch port.

Note

A Cisco power injector might be required.

•

Following the low power status message, two extra messages are displayed when using the console port or a Telnet session that identify the actions needed to resolve this low power problem:

Verify the required power injector is installed on the new port: <platform name> (<Ethernet

port>).

(where <platform name> indicates the CDP device detected by the access point and

<Ethernet port> indicates the Ethernet port of the CDP device.

If a power injector is installed, issue the command: power inline negotiation injector installed.

%CDP_PD-2-POWER_LOW: All radios disabled- HIGH_POWER_CLASSIC_NOT_

CONFIGURED inline power source <platform name> (<MAC address>)—This message indicates the access point is in low power mode with all radios disabled and has detected a Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent Power Management, but should be able to supply sufficient power. The access point must be configured for pre-standard compatibility.

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The< platform name> indicates the Cisco platform detected by the access point. The <MAC

address> indicates the MAC address of the switch port.

Note

You need to upgrade the software on the Cisco switch to support Intelligent Power

Management or configure the access point for pre-standard compatibility.

•

%CDP_PD-4-POWER_OK: Full power - INJECTOR_CONFIGURED_OVERRIDE_SAFETY inline power source —This message indicates the access point has been configured to override the inline power checks and a power injector is installed.

Caution

When using the power inline negotiation injector override command, a power injector must always be installed to prevent a possible overload condition with an underpowered power source.

Configuring Power Using the CLI

Intelligent Power Management support is dependent on the version of software resident in the Cisco switch that is providing power to the access point. Each Cisco switch should be upgraded to support

Intelligent Power Management. Until the software is upgraded, you can configure the access point to operate with older switch software using the following Cisco IOS CLI command:

[no] power inline negotiation {prestandard source |injector {installed | override |

H.H.H}}

(prestandard source indicates the Cisco switch does not support Intelligent Power

Management. injector installed indicates a power injector is installed on the current switch port. injector override indicates a power injector is installed and the access point is configured to override the inline power checks. When you move the access point,

H.H.H is used to specify the MAC address of the new switch port where the access point was moved. A MAC address of 0.0.0 is invalid.)

Caution

When using the power inline negotiation injector override command, a power injector must always be installed to prevent a possible overload condition with an underpowered power source.

Note

The power inline negotiation injector installed command will fail if CDP is disabled.

When using the power inline negotiation injector override command, you must use a power injector to prevent possibly overloading underpowered power sources.

You can use this Cisco IOS CLI command to inform the access point of the following:

•

The Cisco switch does not support Intelligent Power Management but should be able to supply sufficient power.

A power injector is being used to supply sufficient power and the Cisco switch does not support

Intelligent Power Management.

The access point was moved to a new Cisco switch port and a power injector is being used to supply sufficient power.

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Caution

If the access point receives power through PoE, the output current of the power sourcing equipment

(PSE) cannot exceed 400 mA per port. The power source must comply with IEEE802.3af or IEC60950 for limited power sources.

Note

After completing your configuration changes, you must remove the serial console cable from the access point.

Table 3-2 Using Cisco IOS Commands

Power Source

AC power module

Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power

Management

Cisco IOS Commands

Access Point

None required

no power inline negotiation prestandard source no power inline negotiation injector

Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent

Power Management

power inline negotiation prestandard source

Power injector

used with a Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power Management

Power injector

2 used with a Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent Power

Management

no power inline negotiation injector

None required

no power inline negotiation prestandard source

power inline negotiation injector installed

Power injector used with a non-Cisco switch None required

802.3af compliant non-Cisco switches None required

Cisco Switch power inline never power inline auto power inline auto power inline never power inline never

–

You should check the release notes for your Cisco power source to determine which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power Management. Support for Intelligent Power Management might not be currently available for your Cisco power source.

Power injector must be AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB.

The Cisco switch uses Intelligent Power Management to inform the access point of the power injector being used.

Cisco switches that support Intelligent Power Management always configure the use of a power injector at the switch.

Issuing the Cisco IOS Command Using the CLI

Follow these steps to issue the Cisco IOS command for your power scenario:

Step 1

Step 2

Connect a PC to the access point console port and use a terminal emulator to establish a session with the access point (refer to the

“Connecting to the Access Point Locally” section on page 3-20

From the global configuration mode (refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco

Aironet Access Points), enter the command below that applies to your power configuration (see

Table 3-2 ):

• power inline negotiation injector installed

•

• no power inline negotiation injector power inline negotiation prestandard source

no power inline negotiation prestandard source

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Step 3

Step 4

Enter the write memory command to save the setting to the access point memory.

Enter the quit command to exit the terminal session.

Low Power Condition

Configuring the Access Point System Power Settings Using a Browser

You can also use your browser to set the access point System Power Settings.

Note

The access point web-browser interface is fully compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 on Windows 98 and 2000 platforms and with Netscape version 7.0 on Windows 98, Windows 2000, and

Solaris platforms.

Note

When using the access point browser interface, you should disable your browser pop-up blocker.

Figure 3-2 shows the system power setting options and indicates the power status of the access point.

Figure 3-2 System Power Settings

Caution

If the access point receives power through PoE, the output current of the power sourcing equipment

(PSE) cannot exceed 400 mA per port. The power source must comply with IEEE802.3af or IEC60950 for limited power sources.

Table 3-3

Power Source

AC power module

Table 3-3

lists the access point system power settings and the Cisco switch power commands for several power options.

Access Point System Power Settings and Cisco Switch Commands

Cisco switch that supports

Intelligent Power Management

Access Point System Power Settings

Configuration changes are not required

Power Settings:

Power Negotiation (selected)

Power Injector:

Installed on Port with MAC Address (unchecked)

Cisco Switch

Power Command power inline never power inline auto

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Table 3-3 Access Point System Power Settings and Cisco Switch Commands (continued)

Power Source

Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent Power

Management

Power injector

Cisco switch that does not

Management

used with a

Cisco switch that supports

Intelligent Power Management

Power injector used with a support Intelligent Power

Access Point System Power Settings

Power Settings:

Pre-standard Compatibility (selected)

Power Injector:

Installed on Port with MAC Address (unchecked)

Power Settings:

Power Negotiation (selected)

Power Injector:

Installed on Port with MAC Address (unchecked)

Power Settings:

Power Negotiation (selected)

Power Injector:

Installed on Port with MAC Address (checked)

Configuration changes are not required

Cisco Switch

Power Command power inline auto power inline never power inline never

Power injector used with a non-Cisco switch

802.3af compliant non-Cisco switches

Configuration changes are not required

–

Power injector must be AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB.

Cisco switches that support Intelligent Power Management always configure the use of a power injector at the switch.

Perform these steps to configure your access point power settings using the browser interface:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Obtain the access point IP address and browse to your access point.

At the prompt, enter the administrator username and password. The default username is Cisco and the default password is Cisco. The username and password are case sensitive.

Perform one of these operations:

When you browse to your access point operating in low-power mode, a Warning message displays indicating that all radios are disabled due to insufficient power. Click OK to jump to the System

Power Settings located on the System Software > System Configuration page.

When you browse to your access point operating in full-power mode, choose System Software >

System Configuration.

Choose one of these Power Settings options (see

Figure 3-2

If your Cisco switch supports Intelligent Power Management negotiations, choose Power

Negotiation.

If your Cisco switch does not support Intelligent Power Management negotiations, choose

Pre-standard Compatibility.

If you are using a non-Cisco switch, changes to the power settings are not required.

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Running the Carrier Busy Test

Step 5

If you are using a power injector with a Cisco switch, choose one of these Power setting options (see

Figure 3-2 ):

If your Cisco switch supports Intelligent Power Management negotiations, uncheck Installed on

Port with MAC address.

If your Cisco switch does not support Intelligent Power Management, check Installed on Port with

MAC address and ensure the MAC address for your switch port is displayed in the MAC address field. The HHHH.HHHH.HHHH indicates the MAC address contains 12 hexadecimal digits.

Note

The MAC address field is not case-sensitive.

Step 6

Step 7

Click Apply and a message displays indicating that you should disable pop-up blockers before proceeding.

Click OK to continue. Your access point reboots and your power settings are configured in the access point.

Note

You might have to refresh your browser page to obtain the latest browser page that indicates your radios are enabled.

Running the Carrier Busy Test

You can use the carrier busy test to determine the least conjested channel for a radio interface (802.11g or 802.11a). You should typically run the test several times over several days to obtain the best results and to avoid temporary activity spikes.

Note

The carrier busy test is primarily used for single access points or bridge environments. For sites with multiple access points, a site survey is typically performed to determine the best operation location and operating frequency for the access points.

Note

All associated clients on the selected radio will be deassociated during the 6 to 8 seconds needed for the carrier busy test.

Perform these steps to activate the carrier busy test:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Use your web browser to access the access point browser interface.

At the prompt, enter the administrator username and password. The default username is Cisco and the default password is Cisco. The username and password are case sensitive.

Click Network Interfaces and the Network Interface Summary page displays.

Choose the radio interface experiencing problems by clicking Radio0-802.11G or Radio1-802.11A.

The respective radio status page displays.

Click the Carrier Busy Test tab and the Carrier Busy Test page displays

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Running the Ping Test

Step 6

Click Start to begin the carrier busy test.

When the test completes, the results are displayed on the page. For each of the channel center frequencies, the test produces a value indicating the percentage of time that the channel is busy.

Running the Ping Test

You can use the ping test to evaluate the link to and from an associated wireless device. The ping test provides two modes of operation:

Performs a test using a specified number of packets and then displays the test results.

Performs a test that continuously operates until you stop the test and then displays the test results.

Follow these steps to activate the ping test:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Use your web browser to access the access point browser interface.

At the prompt, enter the administrator username and password. The default username is Cisco and the default password is Cisco. The username and password are case sensitive.

Click Association and the main association page displays.

Click the MAC address of an associated wireless device and the Statistics page for that device displays.

Click the Ping/Link Test tab and the Ping/Link Test page displays.

If you want to specify the number of packets to use in the test, follow these steps:

Enter the number of packets in the Number of Packets field

Enter the packet size in the Packet Size field.

Click Start.

If you want to use a continuous test, follow these steps:

Enter the packet size in the Packet Size field.

Click Start to activate the test.

Click Stop to stop the test.

When the test has completed, the test results are displayed at the bottom of the page. You should check for any lost packets that can indicate a problem with the wireless link. For best results, you should also perform this test several times.

Resetting to the Default Configuration

If you forget the password that allows you to configure the access point, you may need to completely reset the configuration. You can use the MODE button on the access point or the web-browser interface.

Note

The following steps reset all configuration settings to factory defaults, including passwords, WEP keys, the IP address, and the SSID.

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Resetting to the Default Configuration

Using the MODE Button

Follow these steps to delete the current configuration and return all access point settings to the factory defaults using the MODE button:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Disconnect power (the power jack for external power or the Ethernet cable for in-line power) from the access point.

Press and hold the MODE button while you reconnect power to the access point.

Hold the MODE button until the Ethernet LED turns an amber color (approximately 2 to 3 seconds), and release the button.

After the access point reboots, you must reconfigure the access point by using the Web browser interface, the Telnet interface, or Cisco IOS commands.

Note

The access point is configured with the factory default values including the IP address (set to receive an IP address using DHCP).

Using the Web Browser Interface

Follow these steps to delete the current configuration and return all access point settings to the factory defaults using the web browser interface.

Step 1

Open your Internet browser.

Note

The access point web-browser interface is fully compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 on Windows 98 and 2000 platforms and with Netscape version 7.0 on Windows 98,

Windows 2000, and Solaris platforms.

Note

When using the access point browser interface, you should disable your browser pop-up blocker.

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Enter the access point’s IP address in the browser address line and press Enter. An Enter Network

Password page displays.

At the prompt, enter the administrator username and password. The default username is Cisco and the default password is Cisco. The username and password are case sensitive. The Summary Status page displays.

Click System Software and the System Software page displays.

Click System Configuration and the System Configuration page displays.

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Step 6

Click the Reset to Defaults button.

Note

If the access point is configured with a static IP address, the IP address does not change.

Step 7

After the access point reboots, you must reconfigure the access point by using the Web browser interface, the Telnet interface, or Cisco IOS commands.

Reloading the Access Point Image

If your access point has a firmware failure, you must reload the complete access point image file using the Web browser interface or by using the MODE button. You can use the browser interface if the access point firmware is still fully operational and you want to upgrade the firmware image. However, you can use the MODE button when the access point has a corrupt firmware image.

Using the MODE Button

You can use the MODE button on the access point to reload the access point image file from an active

Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server on your network or on a PC connected to the access point

Ethernet port.

Note

If your access point experiences a firmware failure or a corrupt firmware image, indicated by the Status

LED turning an amber color, you must reload the image from a connected TFTP server.

Note

This process resets all configuration settings to factory defaults, including passwords, WEP keys, the access point IP address, and SSIDs.

Follow these steps to reload the access point image file:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

The PC you intend to use must be configured with a static IP address in the same subnet as the access point.

Place a copy of the access point image file (such as c1240-k9w7-tar.123-8.JA.tar) into the TFTP server

folder on your PC. For additional information, refer to the “Obtaining the Access Point Image File” and

“Obtaining the TFTP Server Software” sections.

Rename the access point image file in the TFTP server folder to c1240-k9w7-tar.default.

Activate the TFTP server.

If using in-line power, use a Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet cable to connect your PC to the To Network

Ethernet connector on the power injector.

Disconnect power (the power jack for external power or the Ethernet cable for in-line power) from the access point.

Press and hold the MODE button while you reconnect power to the access point.

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Step 8

Step 9

Hold the MODE button until the Radio LED turns a red color (approximately 20 to 30 seconds), and release the MODE button.

After the access point reboots, you must reconfigure the access point by using the Web interface, the

Telnet interface, or Cisco IOS commands.

Web Browser Interface

You can also use the Web browser interface to reload the access point image file. The Web browser interface supports loading the image file using HTTP or TFTP interfaces.

Note

Your access point configuration is not changed when using the browser to reload the image file.

Browser HTTP Interface

The HTTP interface enables you to browse to the access point image file on your PC and download the image to the access point. Follow these instructions to use the HTTP interface:

Step 1

Open your Internet browser.

Note

The access point web-browser interface is fully compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 on Windows 98 and 2000 platforms and with Netscape version 7.0 on Windows 98,

Windows 2000, and Solaris platforms.

Note

When using the access point browser interface, you should disable your browser pop-up blocker.

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Enter the access point’s IP address in the browser address line and press Enter. An Enter Network

Password page displays.

Click the System Software tab and then click Software Upgrade. The HTTP Upgrade page displays.

Click the Browse button to locate the access point image file (such as c1240-k9w7-tar.123-8.JA.tar) on your PC.

Click the Upload button.

For additional information, click the Help icon on the Software Upgrade page.

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Reloading the Access Point Image

Browser TFTP Interface

The TFTP interface allows you to use a TFTP server on a network device to load the access point image file. Follow these instructions to use a TFTP server:

Step 1

Open your Internet browser.

Note

The access point web-browser interface is fully compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 on Windows 98 and 2000 platforms and with Netscape version 7.0 on Windows 98,

Windows 2000, and Solaris platforms.

Note

When using the access point browser interface, you should disable your browser pop-up blocker.

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Step 9

Enter the access point’s IP address in the browser address line and press Enter. An Enter Network

Password page displays.

Click the System Software tab and then click Software Upgrade. The HTTP Upgrade page displays.

Click the TFTP Upgrade tab.

Enter the IP address for the TFTP server in the TFTP Server field.

Enter the file name for the access point image file (such as c1240-k9w7-tar.123-8.JA.tar) in the Upload

New System Image Tar File field. If the file is located in a subdirectory of the TFTP server root directory, include the relative path of the TFTP server root directory with the filename. If the file is located in the

TFTP root directory, enter only the filename.

Click the Upload button.

When a message displays that indicates the upgrade is complete, click OK.

For additional information click the Help icon on the Software Upgrade page.

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Obtaining the Access Point Image File

The access point image file can be obtained from the Cisco.com software center using these steps:

Step 11

Step 12

Step 13

Step 14

Step 15

Step 16

Step 17

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Step 9

Step 10

Use your Internet browser to access the Cisco Software Center at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/software/navigator.html

Click Wireless LAN Access > Aironet Access Points > Cisco Aironet 1240 AG Series.

Click Cisco Aironet 1240AG Access Point.

On the Enter Network Password window, enter your Cisco.com username and password and click OK.

Click IOS.

Choose the Cisco IOS release desired, such as 12.3.8.JA.

Click WIRELESS LAN for your access point image file, such as c1240-k9w7-tar.123-8.JA.tar.

On the Enter Network Password window, enter your Cisco.com username and password and click OK.

On the Security Information window, click Yes to display non-secure items.

On the Encryption Software Export Authorization page, read the information and check Yes or No to the question asking if the image is for use my you or your organization. Click Submit..

If you checked No, enter the requested information and click Submit.

Click Yes to continue.

Click DOWNLOAD.

Read and accept the terms and conditions of the Software Download Rules.

On the Enter Network Password window, enter your Cisco.com username and password and click OK.

Click Save to download your image file to your hard disk.

Select the desired download location on your hard disk and click Save.

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Connecting to the Access Point Locally

Connecting to the Access Point Locally

If you need to configure the access point locally (without connecting the access point to a wired LAN), you can connect a PC to its console port using a DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable.

Caution

Be careful when handling the access point, the bottom plate might be hot.

Note

After completing your configuration changes, you must remove the serial cable from the access point.

Follow these steps to open the CLI by connecting to the access point console port:

Step 1

Connect a nine-pin, female DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable to the RJ-45 console port on the access point and

to the COM port on a computer. Figure 3-3

shows the console port location.

Figure 3-3 Console Port Location

STATUS

RADIO

ETHERNET

MODE

CONSOLE

ETHERNET

48VDC

2.4 GHz LEFT

2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY

Console port

Note

The Cisco part number for the DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable is AIR-CONCAB1200. Browse to http://www.cisco.com/go/marketplace to order a serial cable.

Step 2

Step 3

Set up a terminal emulator on your PC to communicate with the access point. Use the following settings for the terminal emulator connection: 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow control.

At the prompts, enter the administrator username and password. The default username is Cisco and the default password is Cisco. The username and password are case sensitive.

Obtaining the TFTP Server Software

You can download TFTP server software from several web sites. Cisco recommends the shareware TFTP utility available at this URL: http://tftpd32.jounin.net

Follow the instructions on the website for installing and using the utility.

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Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Lightweight

Access Points

This chapter provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with the 1240AG series lightweight access point (AIR-LAP1242AG or AIR-LAP1242G). For the most up-to-date, detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/psa/default.html

Sections in this chapter include:

•

Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points, page 4-2

Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs, page 4-3

Low Power Condition for Lightweight Access Points, page 4-5

Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI, page 4-7

Obtaining the Autonomous Access Point Image File, page 4-10

Obtaining the TFTP Server Software, page 4-12

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Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points

Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points

Keep these guidelines in mind when you use a 1240 series lightweight access point:

•

The access points can only communicate with Cisco 2006 series wireless LAN controllers or 4400 series controllers.

Note

Cisco 4100 series, Airespace 4012 series, and Airespace 4024 series wireless LAN controllers are not supported because they lack the memory required to support access points running Cisco IOS software.

•

The access points do not support Wireless Domain Services (WDS) and cannot communicate with

WDS devices. However, the controller provides functionality equivalent to WDS when the access point associates to it.

The access points support eight Basic Service Set Identifiers (BSSIDs) per radio and a total of eight wireless LANs per access point. When an access point associates to a controller, only wireless LANs with IDs 1 through 8 are pushed to the access point.

The access points do not support Layer 2 LWAPP. They must get an IP address and discover the controller using DHCP, DNS, or IP subnet broadcast.

The access point console port is enabled for monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when connected to a controller).

Using DHCP Option 43

You can use 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. For additional information, refer to the

“Configuring DHCP

Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points” section on page G-1

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Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs

Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs

If your lightweight access point is not working properly, check the Status, Ethernet, and Radio LEDs on the 2.4 GHz end of the unit. You can use the LED indications to quickly assess the unit’s status.

Figure 4-1 shows the access point LEDs (for additional information refer to the Event Log using the

access point browser interface).

Figure 4-1 Access Point LEDs

MODE

CONSOLE

ETHERNET

48VDC

STATUS

RADIO

ETHERNET

2.4 GHz LEFT

2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY

1 2 3

Ethernet LED

Radio LED

Status LED

The LED signals are listed in

Table 4-1

LED Signals Table 4-1

Message type Ethernet LED

Boot loader status Green

Off

Green

Association status —

—

Operating status Green —

Blinking green —

—

Blinking green —

— Blinking dark blue

Slow blinking green

Radio LED

Green

Off

Green

—

Status LED

Green

Blinking green Blue-green

Green Pink

Dark blue

Green

—

Meaning

DRAM memory test ok.

Initialize Flash file system.

Flash memory test ok.

Ethernet test ok.

Starting Cisco IOS.

Light green Normal operating condition, but no wireless client devices are associated with the unit.

Blue Normal operating condition, at least one wireless client device is associated with the unit.

— —

Ethernet link is operational.

Transmitting or receiving Ethernet packets.

Transmitting or receiving radio packets.

Software upgrade in progress

Hybrid-REAP standalone mode

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Table 4-1 LED Signals (continued)

Message type

Boot loader warnings

Ethernet LED

Off

Red

Amber

Off

Blinking green

Boot loader errors Red

Off

Amber

Red

Amber

Red

Amber

Radio LED

Off

Red

Blinking red

Red

Amber

Off

Amber

Status LED

Yellow

Meaning

Ethernet link not operational.

Ethernet failure.

Yellow Configuration recovery in progress

(Mode button pressed for 2 to 3 seconds).

Pink Image recovery

(Mode button pressed for 20 to 30 seconds)

Blinking pink Image recovery in progress and Mode button is released.

DRAM memory test failure.

Flash file system failure.

Red

Blinking red and blue

Blinking red and blue-green

Blinking red and yellow

Environment variable (ENVAR) failure.

Bad MAC address.

Ethernet failure during image recovery.

Blinking red and off

—

Boot environment error.

No Cisco IOS image file.

Boot failure.

Transmit or receive Ethernet errors.

Maximum retries or buffer full occurred on the radio.

Cisco IOS errors Blinking amber —

— Blinking amber

Red Red

—

Green

—

Green

Amber

Controller status Alternating green, red , and amber

Software failure; try disconnecting and reconnecting unit power.

General warning, insufficient inline power (see the

Low Power Condition for Lightweight Access Points

section).

Connecting to the controller.

Blinking dark blue

Note

If the access point remains in this mode for more than five minutes, the access point is unable to find the controller. Ensure a DHCP server is available or that controller information is configured on the access point.

Loading the access point image file.

1. This status indication has the highest priority and overrides other status indications.

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Low Power Condition for Lightweight Access Points

Low Power Condition for Lightweight Access Points

Warning

This product must be connected to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af compliant power source

or an IEC60950 compliant limited power source. Statement 353

The access point can be powered from the 48-VDC power module or from an in-line power source. The access point supports the IEEE 802.3af power standard, Cisco Pre-Standard PoE protocol, and Cisco

Intelligent Power Management for in-line power sources.

For full operation, the access point (powered device) requires 12.95 W (up to 15.4 W with 100 m

Note

An 802.3af compliant switch (Cisco or non-Cisco) is capable of supplying sufficient power for full operation.

Note

If your access point is connected to in-line power, do not connect the power module to the access point.

“Checking the Lightweight Access

Point LEDs” section on page 4-3

Intelligent Power Management

Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP) to allow powered devices (such as your access point) to negotiate with a Cisco switch for sufficient power.

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Note

Management.

When the access point determines that sufficient power is not available for full-power operation, the readios are deactivated and the Status LED turns amber to indicate low power mode (see

Table 4-1

If your Cisco switch is capable of supplying sufficient power for full operation but the access point remains in low-power mode, your access point or your switch (or both) might be misconfigured (see

Table 4-2 .

If your inline power source is not able to supply sufficient power for full operation, you should consider

these options (see Table 4-2 ):

•

Upgrade to a higher-powered switch

Use a Cisco Aironet power injector on the switch port

Use the 48-VDC power module to locally power the access point

Configuring Power Using Controller CLI Commands

Intelligent Power Management support is dependent on the version of software resident in the Cisco switch that is providing power to the access point. Each Cisco switch should be upgraded to support

Intelligent Power Management. Until the software is upgraded, you can use your controller to configure the access point to operate with older switch software using these controller CLI commands:

1) config ap power pre-standard enable <ap> where <ap> is the access point name on the controller

config ap power injector enable <ap> <switch port MAC address>

(where <ap> is the access point name on the controller and <switch port MAC address> is the MAC address of the switch port to which the access point is connected)

Note

Refer to your controller documentation for instructions on using these commands.

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Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI

You can use these controller CLI commands to inform the access point of the following:

•

The Cisco switch does not support Intelligent Power Management but should be able to supply sufficient power.

A power injector is being used to supply sufficient power and the Cisco switch does not support

Intelligent Power Management.

Refer to

Table 4-2

for information on when to use these special CLI controller commands and the corresponding Cisco switch power command.

Caution

If the access point receives power through PoE, the output current of the power sourcing equipment

(PSE) cannot exceed 400 mA per port. The power source must comply with IEEE 802.3af or IEC60950 for limited power sources.

Table 4-2 Using CLI Power Commands

Power Source

AC power module

Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power

Management

Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent

Power Management

Power injector

used with a Cisco switch that supports Intelligent Power Management

Power injector

2 used with a Cisco switch that does not support Intelligent Power

Management

config ap power pre-standard enable

None required

config ap power injector enable

Power injector used with a non-Cisco switch None required

802.3af compliant non-Cisco switches

Cisco Wireless LAN Controller

None required

CLI Commands

Cisco Switch power inline never power inline auto power inline auto power inline never power inline never

–

Power injector must be AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR-PWRINJ-FIB.

Cisco switches that support Intelligent Power Management always configure the use of a power injector at the switch.

Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access

Point CLI

In a new installation, when your access point is unable to reach a DHCP server, you can manually configure needed controller information using the access point CLI. For information on how to connect to the console port, see the

“Connecting to the Access Point Locally” section on page 4-11 .

Note

The CLI commands in this section can be used only on an access point that is not associated to a controller.

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Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI

The static information configured with the CLI commands are used by the access point to connect with a controller. After connecting with the controller, the controller reconfigures the access point with new controller settings, but the static IP addresses for the access point and the default gateway are not changed.

Configuring Controller Information

To manually configure controller information on a new (out-of -the-box) access point using the access point CLI interface, you can use these EXEC mode CLI commands:

AP# lwapp ap ip address <IP address> <subnet mask>

AP# lwapp ip default-gateway IP-address

AP# lwapp controller ip address IP-address

AP# lwapp ap hostname name

Where name is the access point name on the controller.

Note

The default (out-of-box) Enable password is Cisco.

Clearing Manually Entered Controller Information

When you move your access point to a different location in your network, you must clear the manually entered controller information to allow your access point to associate with a different controller.

Note

This command requires the controller configured Enable password to enter the CLI EXEC mode.

To clear or remove the manually entered controller information, you can use these EXEC mode CLI commands:

clear lwapp ap ip address clear lwapp ip default-gateway clear lwapp controller ip address clear lwapp ap hostname

Manually Resetting the Access Point to Defaults

You can manually reset your access point to default settings using this EXEC mode CLI command:

Note

This command requires the controller configured Enable password to enter the CLI EXEC mode.

clear lwapp private-config

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Returning the Lightweight Access Point to Autonomous Mode

Returning the Lightweight Access Point to Autonomous Mode

You can return a lightweight access point to autonomous mode by loading a Cisco IOS release that supports autonomous mode (such as Cisco IOS Release 12.3(7)JA or earlier). If the access point is associated to a controller, you can use the controller to load the Cisco IOS release (refer to your controller documentation). If the access point is not associated to a controller, you can load the Cisco

IOS release using TFTP.

Using a Controller to Return the Access Point to Autonomous Mode

Follow these steps to return a lightweight access point to autonomous mode using a controller:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Log into the CLI on the controller to which the access point is associated and enter this command:

config ap tftp-downgrade tftp-server-ip-address filename access-point-name

(where: a) tftp-server-ip-address is the IP address of the TFTP server b) filename is the full path and filename of the access point image file, such as

D:/Images/c1240-k9w7-tar.123-7.JA.tar c) access-point-name is the name that identifies the access point on the ocntroller.)

Wait until the access point reboots, as indicated by all LEDs turning green followed by the Status LED blinking green.

After the access point reboots, reconfigure it using the access point GUI or the CLI.

Using the MODE Button to Return the Access Point to Autonomous Mode

Follow these steps to return a lightweight access point to autonomous mode using the access point MODE button and a TFTP server:

Note

The access point MODE button is enabled by default, but you need to verify that the MODE button is

enabled (see the “MODE Button Setting” section on page 4-10

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 1

Step 2

Set the static IP address of the PC on which your TFTP server software runs to an address between

10.0.0.2 and 10.0.0.30.

Make sure that the PC contains the access point image file (such as c1240-k9w7-tar.123-7.JA.tar for a

1240 series access point) in the TFTP server folder and that the TFTP server is activated.

Rename the access point image file in the TFTP server folder to c1240-k9w7-tar.default.

Connect the PC to the access point using a Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet cable.

Disconnect power from the access point.

Press and hold the MODE button while you reconnect power to the access point.

Hold the MODE button until the Radio LED turns red (approximately 20 to 30 seconds) and then release.

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Step 8

Step 9

Wait until the access point reboots, as indicated by all LEDs turning green followed by the Status LED blinking green.

After the access point reboots, reconfigure it using the access point GUI or the CLI.

MODE Button Setting

The lightweight access point MODE button is configured from your Cisco Wireless LAN Controller. Use these controller CLI commands to view and configure the MODE button:

1) config ap rst-button enable <access-point-name>/all

2) config ap rst-button disable <access-point-name>/all

3) show ap config general <access-point-name>

(Where access-point-name is the name that identifies the access point on the ocntroller.)

Obtaining the Autonomous Access Point Image File

The autonomous access point image file can be obtained from the Cisco.com software center using these steps:

Note

To download software from the Cisco.com software center, you must be a registered user. You can register from the main Cisco.com web page at this URL: http://www.cisco.com

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Step 9

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 10

Step 11

Use your Internet browser to access the Cisco Software Center at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/software/navigator.html

Click Wireless LAN Access > Aironet Access Points > Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series > Cisco Aironet

1240AG Access Point. The Enter Password window appears.

Enter your username and password in the respective fields and click OK. The Select a Software Type page appears.

Click IOS and the Select a Release page appears.

Click on the IOS release for the desired access point image file, such as 12.3.8-JA.

Click Wireless LAN and the Enter Password window appears.

Enter your username and password in the respective fields and click OK.

If you receive a Do you want to display the nonsecure items? message, click Yes.

On the Encryption Software Export Distribution Authorization Form, read the information and click the appropriate box.

Click Submit.

If you indicated that the software is not for you or your company, follow these steps:

If you receive a Do you want to display the nonsecure items? message, click Yes. The Encryption

Software Export Distribution Authorization window appears.

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Step 12

Step 13

Step 14

Step 15

Step 16 b.

Carefully read the information and enter the Cisco.com user profile or detailed data describing the end user of this software image in the provided fields.

Click Submit.

If you receive a Do you wish to continue? security alert message, click Yes to continue.

Click Download.

Carefully read the Software Download Rules and click Agree to download the image file. An Enter

Password window appears.

Enter your username and password in the respective fields and click OK.

Download and save the image file to your hard drive and then exit the Internet browser.

Connecting to the Access Point Locally

If you need to configure the access point locally (without connecting the access point to a wired LAN), you can connect a PC to its console port using a DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable.

Caution

Be careful when handling the access point, the bottom plate might be hot.

Note

After completing your configuration changes, you must remove the serial cable from the access point.

Follow these steps to open the CLI by connecting to the access point console port:

Step 1

Connect a nine-pin, female DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable to the RJ-45 console port on the access point and to the COM port on a computer.

Figure 4-2 shows the console port location.

Figure 4-2 Console Port Location

STATUS

RADIO

ETHERNET

MODE

CONSOLE

ETHERNET

48VDC

2.4 GHz LEFT

2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY

Console port

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Step 2

Step 3

At the prompts, enter the administrator username and password. The default username is Cisco and the default password is Cisco. The username and password are case sensitive.

Obtaining the TFTP Server Software

You can download TFTP server software from several web sites. Cisco recommends the shareware TFTP utility available at this URL: http://tftpd32.jounin.net

Follow the instructions on the website for installing and using the utility.

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Translated Safety Warnings

For translated safety warnings, refer to the safety warning document that shipped with your access point or that is available on Cisco.com.

To browse to the document on Cisco.com, follow these steps:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Click this link to the Cisco Wireless documentation home page: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/psa/default.html

Click Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series listed under Access Points.

Click Install and Upgrade Guides.

Click Safety Warnings for Cisco Aironet 1000, 1100, 1130AG, 1200, and 1240AG Series Access

Points.

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Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory

Information

This appendix provides declarations of conformity and regulatory information for the Cisco Aironet

1240AG Series Access Points.

This appendix contains the following sections:

•

Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement, page B-2

•

VCCI Statement for Japan, page B-3

Industry Canada, page B-3

European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein, page B-4

Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure, page B-7

Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan, page B-8

Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan, page B-9

Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil, page B-11

Declaration of Conformity Statements, page B-12

Declaration of Conformity Statements for European Union Countries, page B-12

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Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement

Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission

Declaration of Conformity Statement

Tested To Comply

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, CA 95134-1706

USA

This device complies with Part 15 rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and

This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to 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 outlet on a circuit different from which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.

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VCCI Statement for Japan

Caution

The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this frequency when using the integrated antennas. Any changes or modification to the product not expressly approved by Cisco could void the user’s authority to operate this device.

Caution

Within the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz band (5 GHz radio channels 34 to 48) the U-NII devices are restricted to indoor operations to reduce any potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite System

(MSS) operations.

VCCI Statement for Japan

Warning

This is a Class B product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio Interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.

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 Digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing

Equipment Regulations.

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European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein

Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le material broilleur du

Canada.

This device complies with Class B Limits of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and

This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz Access Points are certified to the requirements of RSS-210 for 2.4-GHz spread spectrum devices, and Cisco Aironet 54-Mbps, 5-GHz Access Points are certified to the requirements of

RSS-210 for 5-GHz spread spectrum devices.The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations. For further information, contact your local Industry Canada office.

European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and

Liechtenstein

Autonomous Access Point Models:

AIR-AP1242AG-E-K9

AIR-AP1242G-E-K9

Lightweight Access Point Models:

AIR-LAP1242AG-E-K9

AIR-LAP1242G-E-K9

Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive)

This declaration is only valid for configurations (combinations of software, firmware, and hardware) provided and supported by Cisco Systems. The use of software or firmware not provided and supported by Cisco Systems may result in the equipment no longer being compliant with the regulatory requirements.

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This device complies with the EMC requirements (EN 60601-1-2) of the Medical Directive 93/42/EEC.

For 2.4 GHz radios, the following standards were applied:

•

Radio: EN 300.328-1, EN 300.328-2

•

EMC:

Safety:

EN 301.489-1, EN 301.489-17

EN 60950

Note

This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. For more details, contact Cisco Corporate

Compliance.

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Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure

For 54 Mbps, 5 GHz access points, the following standards were applied:

•

Radio:

EMC:

EN 301.893

EN 301.489-1, EN 301.489-17

•

Safety: EN 60950

The following CE mark is affixed to the access point with a 2.4 GHz radio and a 54 Mbps, 5 GHz radio:

Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure

The radio has been found to be compliant to the requirements set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091, and

15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices as defined in Evaluating

Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. The equipment should be installed more than 20 cm (7.9 in.) from your body or nearby persons.

The access point must be installed to maintain a minimum 20 cm (7.9 in.) co-located separation distance from other FCC approved indoor/outdoor antennas used with the access point. Any antennas or transmitters not approved by the FCC cannot be co-located with the access point. The access point’s co-located 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz integrated antennas support a minimum separation distance of

8 cm (3.2 in.) and are compliant with the applicable FCC RF exposure limit when transmitting simultaneously.

Note

Dual antennas used for diversity operation are not considered co-located.

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Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan

Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan

This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Aironet access points in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English.

Autonomous Access Point Models:

AIR-AP1242AG-J-K9

AIR-AP1242G-P-K9

Lightweight Access Point Models:

AIR-LAP1242AG-J-K9

AIR-LAP1242G-P-K9

Japanese Translation

03-6434-6500

English Translation

This equipment operates in the same frequency bandwidth as industrial, scientific, and medical devices such as microwave ovens and mobile object identification (RF-ID) systems (licensed premises radio stations and unlicensed specified low-power radio stations) used in factory production lines.

Before using this equipment, make sure that no premises radio stations or specified low-power radio stations of RF-ID are used in the vicinity.

If this equipment causes RF interference to a premises radio station of RF-ID, promptly change the frequency or stop using the device; contact the number below and ask for recommendations on avoiding radio interference, such as setting partitions.

If this equipment causes RF interference to a specified low-power radio station of RF-ID, contact the number below.

Contact Number:

03-5549-6500

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Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan

Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan

This section provides administrative rules for operating Cisco Aironet access points in Taiwan. The rules are provided in both Chinese and English.

Access Points with IEEE 802.11a Radios

Chinese Translation

English Translation

This equipment is limited for indoor use.

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All Access Points

Chinese Translation

Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information

English Translation

Administrative Rules for Low-power Radio-Frequency Devices

Article 12

For those low-power radio-frequency devices that have already received a type-approval, companies, business units or users should not change its frequencies, increase its power or change its original features and functions.

Article 14

The operation of the low-power radio-frequency devices is subject to the conditions that no harmful interference is caused to aviation safety and authorized radio station; and if interference is caused, the user must stop operating the device immediately and can't re-operate it until the harmful interference is clear.

The authorized radio station means a radio-communication service operating in accordance with the

Communication Act.

The operation of the low-power radio-frequency devices is subject to the interference caused by the operation of an authorized radio station, by another intentional or unintentional radiator, by industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) equipment, or by an incidental radiator.

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Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil

Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil

This section contains special information for operation of Cisco Aironet access points in Brazil.

Access Point Models

AIR-AP1242G-A-K9

AIR-LAP1242G-A-K9

Regulatory Information

Figure 1-1 contains Brazil regulatory information for the AIR-AP1242G-A-K9 and the

AIR-LAP1242G-A-K9 access points.

Figure 1-1 Brazil Regulatory Information

Portuguese Translation

Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário.

English Translation

This equipment operates on a secondary basis and consequently must accept harmful interference, including interference from stations of the same kind. This equipment may not cause harmful interference to systems operating on a primary basis.

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Declaration of Conformity Statements

Declaration of Conformity Statements

All the Declaration of Conformity statements related to this product can be found at the following URL: http://www.ciscofax.com

Declaration of Conformity Statements for European Union

Countries

The Declaration of Conformity statement for the European Union countries is listed on the following pages:

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

with regard to the

R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC

according to EN 45014

Cisco Systems Inc.

170 West Tasman Drive

San Jose, CA 95134 - USA

Declare under our sole responsibility that the product,

Product:

AIR-AP1242AG-E-K9

Variant:

AIR-LAP1242AG-E-K9

Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series IEEE802.11 a/b/g Access Point

Fulfils the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC

The following standards were applied:

EMC

EN 301.489-1 v1.4.1: 2002-08; EN 301.489-17 v1.2.1: 2002-09

Health & Safety

EN60950: 2000; EN 50385: 2002

Radio

EN 301.893 v 1.2.3: 2003-08

EN 300 328 v 1.5.1: 2004-03

The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10.4 and Annex III of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed.

The product carries the CE Mark:

Date & Place of Issue: 25 July 2005, San Jose

Signature:

Tony Youssef

Director Corporate Compliance

Cisco Systems, 125 West Tasman Drive

San Jose, CA 95134 - USA

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Annex to DofC# 456136rev1

Information on Antennas and Power Levels

The AIR-(L)AP1242AG-E-K9 is equipped with antenna connectors to allow the use of dedicated antennas for both the 2.4 GHz and the 5 GHz radio.

This Declaration of Conformity also covers the antennas listed in table 1 and table 2 as they were assessed in combination with the product against the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC. For each of the antennas, the tables list the maximum conducted output power setting in order to result in a total eirp level below the applicable limit. Any combination of output power and antenna resulting in an eirp level above the regulatory limit is illegal and is outside the scope of this declaration. Antennas not listed in the tables below are also outside the scope of this document.

Table 1: Dedicated antennas for 2,4 GHz

Antenna

(Cisco P/N)

Antenna

Gain

(dBi)

(1)

Regulatory eirp Limit

(dBm)

Max

Power

Setting

(dBm)

Antenna Description

AIR-ANT4941

AIR-ANT5959 2

AIR-ANT1728

AIR-ANT2506

AIR-ANT3213

AIR-ANT1729

AIR-ANT2012 6

AIR-ANT3549

AIR-ANT2410Y-R 1

2.2

5.2

8.5

Dipole Antenna

Omni Ceiling Mount Antenna

Omni Mast Mount Antenna

Diversity Omni Antenna

Patch Wall Mount Antenna

Hemispherical Patch Antenna

Note 1: For all combinations, the total of power level, antenna gain and cable loss is equal to or below 20 dBm (eirp). Outdoor operation in France in the band 2454 to 2483,5 MHz 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-ANT5135D-R 4

5150 - 5350 23

5470 5725

(1)

5150 - 5350

AIR-ANT5145V-R 4.5

5470 5725

(1)

AIR-ANT5160V-R 6

5150 - 5350 23

5470 5725

(1)

AIR-ANT5170P-R 7

5150 - 5350 23

5470 5725

(1)

5150 - 5350

AIR-ANT5195P-R 9.5

5470 5725

(1)

Dipole Antenna

Diversity Omni Antenna

Omni Antenna

Diversity Patch Antenna

Patch Antenna

Note 1: Operation in 5470 to 5725 MHz not allowed in France and Czech Republic.

July 25, 2005

Tony Youssef

Director Corporate Compliance

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Access Point Specifications

Table C-1

Table C-1 lists the technical specifications for the 1240AG series access point.

Access Point Specifications

Category

Size

Indicators

Connectors

802.11G Radio Specifications

802.11b

802.11g

802.11A Radio Specifications

6.6 in. W x 8.5 in. D x 1.1 in. H

16.8 cm W x 21.6 cm D x 2.8 cm H

Three indicators on the 2.4 Ghz end panel: Ethernet traffic, status, and radio traffic.

2.4 GHz end panel (left to right)

Left RP-TNC antenna connector; RJ-45 connector for serial console port connections; RJ-45 connector for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet connections; power connector (for plug-in

48VDC AC power module); right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector.

5-GHz end panel (left to right)

Input Voltage

Input Power

Left RP-TNC antenna connector; right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector.

36 to 57 VDC (48 VDC nominal)

12.95 W (Up to 15.4 W with a 100 m CAT 5 Ethernet cable)—maximum

Operating Temperature Base unit:

–4 to 113 o

F (–20 to 45 o

C) without mounting bracket installed

–4 to 131 o

F (–20 to 55 o

C) with mounting bracket installed

Storage Temperature

Humidity

Weight

1240AG series power module:

32 to 104 o

F (0 to 40 o

-40 to 185 o

F (-40 to 85 o

10 to 90% non-condensing

Without mounting hardware:

Modulation

2 lbs (0.9 kg)

Complementary Code Keying

(CCK)

Subcarrier modulation BPSK (1 Mbps)

QPSK (2 Mbps)

CCK (5.5 and 11 Mbps)

Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplex (OFDM)

BPSK (6 and 9 Mbps)

QPSK (12 and 18 Mbps)

16-QAM (24 and 36 Mbps)

64-QAM (48 and 54 Mbps)

BPSK (6 Mbps and 9 Mbps)

QPSK (12 Mbps and 18 Mbps)

16-QAM (24 and 36 Mbps)

64-QAM (48 and 54 Mbps)

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Table C-1

Category

Power Output

Antenna

Frequency

Data rates

Access Point Specifications (continued)

802.11G Radio Specifications

802.11b

CCK

100 mW (20 dBm)

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)

802.11g

OFDM

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)

802.11A Radio Specifications

OFDM

Autonomous access point

(AIR-AP1242AG)

50 mW (17 dBm)

30 mW (15 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)

Lightweight access point

(AIR-LAP1242AG)

A diversity system with two external antenna connectors

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 connectors.

2.400 to 2.497 GHz

(Depending on the regulatory domain in which the 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

1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps

(Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed)

6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps

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Table C-1 Access Point Specifications (continued)

Category

Typical indoor range

(across open office environment)

802.11G Radio Specifications

802.11b

105 ft (32 m) @ 54 Mbps

180 ft (55 m) @ 48 Mbps

260 ft (79 m) @ 36 Mbps

285 ft (87 m) @ 24 Mbps

330 ft (100 m) @ 18 Mbps

355 ft (108 m) @ 12 Mbps

365 ft (111 m) @ 11 Mbps

380 ft (116 m) @ 9 Mbps

410 ft (125 m) @ 6 Mbps

425 ft (130 m) @ 5.5 Mbps

445 ft (136 m) @ 2 Mbps

460 ft (140 m) @ 1 Mbps

802.11g

802.11A Radio Specifications

85 ft (26 m) @ 54 Mbps

150 ft (46 m) @ 48 Mbps

210 ft (64 m) @ 36 Mbps

230 ft (70 m) @ 24 Mbps

260 ft (79 m) @ 18 Mbps

280 ft (85 m) @ 12 Mbps

310 ft (94 m) @ 9 Mbps

330 ft (100 m) @ 6 Mbps

Note

Measured with 3.5 dBi

Omni-directional antenna

Note

Measured with a 2.2 dBi dipole antenna

Typical outdoor range 120 ft (37 m) @ 54 Mbps

350 ft (107 m) @ 48 Mbps

550 ft (168 m) @ 36 Mbps

650 ft (198 m) @ 24 Mbps

750 ft (229 m) @ 18 Mbps

800 ft (244 m) @ 12 Mbps

820 ft (250 m) @ 11 Mbps

875 ft (267 m) @ 9 Mbps

900 ft (274 m) @ 6 Mbps

910 ft (277 m) @ 5.5 Mbps

940 ft (287 m) @ 2 Mbps

950 ft (290 m) @ 1 Mbps

Compliance

100 ft (30 m) @ 54 Mbps

300 ft (91 m) @ 48 Mbps

425 ft (130 m) @ 36 Mbps

500 ft (152 m) @ 24 Mbps

550 ft (168 m) @ 18 Mbps

600 ft (183 m) @ 12 Mbps

625 ft (190 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 products installed in a building’s environmental air handling spaces, such as above suspended ceilings.

Safety

Radio Approvals

Caution

Designed to meet:

UL 60950

CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950

UL 2043

EN 60950

IEC 60950

FCC Parts 15.247

Canada RSS-210

Japan ARIB-STD-33B

Japan ARIB-STD-66

Europe EN-300.328

FCC Part 15.407

Canada RSS-210

Japan ARIB STD-T71

EN 301.893

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Category

802.11G Radio Specifications

802.11b

EMI and Susceptibility FCC Part 15.107 and 15.109 Class B

ICES-003 Class B (Canada)

EN 55022 B

EN 60601-1-2:2001

AS/NZS 3548 Class B

VCCI Class B

EN 301.489-1

EN 301.489-17

RF Exposure OET-65C

RSS-102

ANSI C95.1

802.11g

Appendix C Access Point Specifications

802.11A Radio Specifications

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Channels and Maximum Power Levels

For channel and maximum power level settings, refer to Channels and Maximum Power Settings for Cisco

Aironet Autonomous Access Points and Bridges or the Channels and Maximum Power Settings for Cisco

Aironet Lightweight Access Points and Bridges document available on the Cisco Wireless documentation page of Cisco.com.

To browse to the document, follow these steps:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Click this link to the Cisco Wireless documentation home page: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/index.html

Click Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series listed under Access Points.

Click Install and Upgrade Guides.

Click Channels and Maximum Power Settings for Cisco Aironet Autonomous Access Points and

Bridges. or Channels and Maximum Power Settings for Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points and

Bridges.

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A P P E N D I X

This appendix identifies the pinouts for the serial console cable that connects to the access point’s serial console port. The appendix contains the following sections:

•

Overview, page E-2

•

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Overview

Overview

The access point requires a special serial cable that connects the access point serial console port (RJ-45 connector) to your PC’s COM port (DB-9 connector). This cable can be purchased from Cisco (part number AIR-CONCAB1200) or can be built using the pinouts in this appendix.

Console Port Signals and Pinouts

Use the console RJ-45 to DB-9 serial cable to connect the access point’s console port to the COM port of your PC running a terminal emulation program.

Note

Both the Ethernet and console ports use RJ-45 connectors. Be careful to avoid accidently connecting the serial cable to the Ethernet port connector.

Note

After completing your configuration changes, you must remove the serial console cable from the access point.

Table E-1

lists the signals and pinouts for the console RJ-45 to DB-9 serial cable.

Table E-1 Signals and Pinouts for a Console RJ-45 to DB-9 Serial Cable

Console Port

RJ-45

Pins Signals

1 NC

TXD

GND

RXD

NC indicates not connected.

TXD indicates transmit data.

RXD indicates receive data.

GND indicates ground

–

PC COM Port

DB-9

Pins Signals

–

RXD

GND

TXD

–

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Priming Lightweight Access Points Prior to

Deployment

This section describes an optional procedure designed to prime or stage your lightweight access points in a convenient location rather than after they are installed in possibly difficult to reach locations. This process can be used when a DHCP server is not reachable by your deployed access point and it helps limit potential installation problems to primarily Ethernet and power areas.

Figure F-1 illustrates a typical priming configuration for your lightweight access points.

Figure F-1 Typical Lightweight Access Point Priming Configuration

LWAPP

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Before deploying your lightweight access points to their final locations, follow these steps to prime your access points:

Step 1

Step 2

In a Layer 2 environment, where the lightweight access points are located on the same subnet as the controller, the access point communicates directly with the controller.

In a Layer 3 environment, ensure a DHCP server (typically on your switch) is enabled on the same subnet as your lightweight access points. The access points will receive its IP address and controller information using DHCP Option 43.

The lightweight access point must be able to find the IP address of the controller. This can be accomplished using DHCP, DNS, OTAP, or IP subnet broadcast. This guide describes the DHCP method to convey the controller IP address. For more information, refer to the

“Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points” section on page G-1

Note

For a Layer 3 access point on a different subnet than the controller, ensure ensure the route to the controller has destination UDP ports 12222 and 12223 open for LWAPP communications.

Ensure that the routes to the primary, secondary, and tertiary controllers allow IP packet fragments.

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Ensure that your controller is connected to a switch trunk port.

Configure the controller in LWAPP Layer 3 mode and ensure that its DS Port is connected to the switch.

Use the CLI, web-browser interface, or Cisco WCS procedures as described in the appropriate controller guide.

In multi-controller environments, You can set one controller’s DS port to Master (you can use the

config network master-base disable CLI command or you can use the controller GUI) so that new access points always associate with it. You can use the show network config CLI command to determine if the controller DS port is the master.

All access points associate to the master controller. From one location, you can configure access point settings, such as primary, secondary, and tertiary controllers. This allows you to redistribute your access points to other controllers on the network.

Apply power to the lightweight access points:

Connect your lightweight access points to untagged access ports on your POE capable switch. You can optionally use power modules or power injectors to power your access points.

You can also use a Cisco WCS server to control, configure, and redistribute all your access points from a single location.

After you power up the lightweight access point, it begins a power-up sequence that you can check by observing the access point LEDs. All LEDs blink sequentially back and forth, indicating that the access point is trying to find a controller.

Note

If the lightweight access point remains in this mode for more than 5 minutes, the access point is unable to find the master controller. Check the connection between the access point and the controller and ensure they are on the same subnet.

If the lightweight access point shuts down (all LEDs off), check to ensure that sufficient power is available.

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Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Step 9

Step 10

Step 11 d.

When the lightweight access point associates with the controller, if the access point code version differs from the controller code version, the access point downloads the operating system code from the controller. All the access point LEDs blink simultaneously during the download.

If the operating system download is successful, the lightweight access point reboots. Normal operation is indicated when the radio LED is blinking to indicate radio activity.

Use the controller CLI, controller GUI, or Cisco WCS to configure the lightweight access point with primary, secondary, and tertiary controller names.

If the lightweight access point is in a Controller Mobility Group, use the controller CLI, controller GUI, or Cisco WCS to configure the Controller Mobility Group name.

Use controller CLI, controller GUI, or Cisco WCS to configure the access point-specific 802.11a,

802.11b, and 802.11g network settings.

If the configuration priming was successful, the radio LED is blinking to indicate normal operation.

Repeat Steps 4 to 9 for each access point.

When you successfully complete the configuration priming of all your lightweight access points, ensure that the Master setting is disabled on your controller. Also you can begin deploying the access points to their final destinations.

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Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight

Access Points

This appendix describes the steps needed to configure DHCP Option 43 on a Windows 2003 Enterprise

DHCP server, such as a Cisco Catalyst 3750 series switch, for use with Cisco Aironet lightweight access points. This appendix contains these sections:

•

Overview, page G-2

Configuring Option 43 for 1000 Series Access Points, page G-3

Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 Series Lightweight Access Points, page G-4

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Overview

Overview

This section contains a DHCP Option 43 configuration example on a Windows 2003 Enterprise DHCP server for use with Cisco Aironet lightweight access points. For other DHCP server implementations, consult their product documentation for configuring DHCP Option 43. In Option 43, you should use the

IP address of the controller management interface.

Note

DHCP Option 43 is limited to one access point type per DHCP pool. You must configure a separate

DHCP pool for each access point type.

Cisco Aironet 1000 and 1500 series access points use a comma-separated string format for DHCP Option

43. Other Cisco Aironet access points use the type-length-value (TLV) format for DHCP Option 43.

DHCP servers must be programmed to return the option based on the access point’s DHCP Vendor Class

Identifier (VCI) string (DHCP Option 60). The VCI strings for Cisco access points capable of operating in lightweight mode are listed in

Table G-1

Table G-1 Lightweight Access Point VCI Strings

Access Point

Cisco Aironet 1000 series

Cisco Aironet 1100 series

Cisco Aironet 1130 series

Cisco Aironet 1200 series

Cisco Aironet 1240 series

Cisco Aironet 1300 series

Cisco Aironet 1500 series

Vendor Class Identifier (VCI)

Airespace.AP1200

Cisco AP c1100

Cisco AP c1130

Cisco AP c1200

Cisco AP c1240

Cisco AP c1300

Cisco AP.LAP1510

The format of the TLV block for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 series access points is listed below:

•

Type: 0xf1 (decimal 241)

•

Length: Number of controller IP addresses * 4

Value: List of WLC management interfaces

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Configuring Option 43 for 1000 Series Access Points

Configuring Option 43 for 1000 Series Access Points

To configure DHCP Option 43 for Cisco 1000 series lightweight access points in the embedded Cisco

IOS DHCP server, follow these steps:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Enter configuration mode at the Cisco IOS command line interface (CLI).

Create the DHCP pool, including the necessary parameters such as default router and name server. A

DHCP scope example is as follows:

ip dhcp pool

<pool name>

network

<IP Network> <Netmask>

default-router

<Default router>

dns-server

<DNS Server>

Where:

<pool name> is the name of the DHCP pool, such as AP1000

<IP Network> is the network IP address where the controller resides, such as 10.0.15.1

<Netmask> is the subnet mask, such as 255.255.255.0

<Default router> is the IP address of the default router, such as 10.0.0.1

<DNS Server> is the IP address of the DNS server, such as 10.0.10.2

Add the option 60 line using the following syntax:

option 60 ascii “Airespace.AP1200”

The quotation marks must be included.

Add the option 43 line using the following syntax:

option 43 ascii “

Comma Separated IP Address List”

For example, if you are configuring option 43 for Cisco 1000 series access points using the controller IP addresses 10.126.126.2 and 10.127.127.2, add the following line to the DHCP pool in the Cisco IOS

CLI:

option 43 ascii “10.126.126.2,10.127.127.2”

The quotation marks must be included.

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Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 Series Lightweight Access Points

Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 Series

Lightweight Access Points

To configure DHCP Option 43 for Cisco Aironet 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 series lightweight access points in the embedded Cisco IOS DHCP server, follow these steps:

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Enter configuration mode at the Cisco IOS CLI.

Create the DHCP pool, including the necessary parameters such as default router and name server. A

DHCP scope example is as follows:

ip dhcp pool

network

default-router

dns-server

Where:

<pool name> is the name of the DHCP pool, such as AP1240

<IP Network> is the network IP address where the controller resides, such as 10.0.15.1

<Netmask> is the subnet mask, such as 255.255.255.0

<Default router> is the IP address of the default router, such as 10.0.0.1

<DNS Server> is the IP address of the DNS server, such as 10.0.10.2

Add the option 60 line using the following syntax:

option 60 ascii “

VCI string”

For the VCI string, use the value from Table G-1

. The quotation marks must be included.

Add the option 43 line using the following syntax:

option 43 hex

<hex string>

The hex string is assembled by concatenating the TLV values shown below:

Type + Length + Value

Type is always f1(hex). Length is the number of controller management IP addresses times 4 in hex. Value is the IP address of the controller listed sequentially in hex.

For example, suppose that there are two controllers with management interface IP addresses,

10.126.126.2 and 10.127.127.2. The type is f1(hex). The length is 2 * 4 = 8 = 08 (hex). The IP addresses translate to 0a7e7e02 and 0a7f7f02. Assembling the string then yields f1080a7e7e020a7f7f02. The resulting Cisco IOS command added to the DHCP scope is listed below:

option 43 hex f1080a7e7e020a7f7f02

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802.3af

802.11

802.11a

802.11b

802.11g

The IEEE standard that describes a mechanism for Power over Ethernet (PoE). The standard provides the capability to deliver both power and data over standard

Ethernet cabling.

The IEEE standard that specifies carrier sense media access control and physical layer specifications for 1- and 2-megabit-per-second (Mbps) wireless LANs operating in the 2.4-GHz band.

The IEEE standard that specifies carrier sense media access control and physical layer specifications for wireless LANs operating in the 5-GHz frequency band.

The IEEE standard that specifies carrier sense media access control and physical layer specifications for 5.5- and 11-Mbps wireless LANs operating in the

2.4-GHz frequency band.

The IEEE standard that specifies carrier sense media access control and physical layer specifications for 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps wireless LANs operating in the 2.4-GHz frequency band.

A access point ad hoc network

A wireless LAN data transceiver that uses radio waves to connect a wired network with wireless stations.

A wireless network composed of stations without Access Points.

antenna gain associated

The gain of an antenna is a measure of the antenna’s ability to direct or focus radio energy over a region of space. High gain antennas have a more focused radiation pattern in a specific direction.

A station is configured properly to allow it to wirelessly communicate with an

Access Point.

Autonomous access point

A fully featured standalone access point that does not require a Cisco Wireless

LAN Controller to operate.

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B beacon

BOOTP

BPSK broadcast packet

A wireless LAN packet that signals the availability and presence of the wireless device. Beacon packets are sent by access points and base stations; however, client radio cards send beacons when operating in computer to computer (Ad

Hoc) mode.

Boot Protocol. A protocol used for the static assignment of IP addresses to devices on the network.

Binary phase shift keying is a modulation technique used by IEEE

802.11b-compliant wireless LANs for transmission at 1 Mbps.

A single data message (packet) sent to all addresses on the same subnet.

CCK

CCKM cell client

CSMA

Complementary Code Keying. A modulation technique used by IEEE

802.11b-compliant wireless LANs for transmission at 5.5 and 11 Mbps.

Cisco Centralized Key Management. Using CCKM, authenticated client devices can roam from one access point to another without any perceptible delay during reassociation. An access point on your network provides wireless domain services (WDS) and creates a cache of security credentials for CCKM-enabled client devices on the subnet. The WDS access point's cache of credentials dramatically reduces the time required for reassociation when a CCKM-enabled client device roams to a new access point.

The area of radio range or coverage in which the wireless devices can communicate with the base station. The size of the cell depends upon the speed of the transmission, the type of antenna used, and the physical environment, as well as other factors.

A radio device that uses the services of an Access Point to communicate wirelessly with other devices on a local area network.

Carrier sense multiple access. A wireless LAN media access method specified by the IEEE 802.11 specification.

D data rates dBi

DFS

The range of data transmission rates supported by a device. Data rates are measured in megabits per second (Mbps).

A ratio of decibels to an isotropic antenna that is commonly used to measure antenna gain. The greater the dBi value, the higher the gain, and the more acute the angle of coverage.

Dynamic Frequency Selection. In some regulatory domains, 5-GHz radios are required to use DFS to avoid interfering with radar signals.

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DNS

DSSS

Dynamic host configuration protocol. A protocol available with many operating systems that automatically issues IP addresses within a specified range to devices on the network. The device retains the assigned address for a specific administrator-defined period.

A type of low-gain (2.2-dBi) antenna consisting of two (often internal) elements.

The text name that refers to a grouping of networks or network resources based on organization-type or geography; for example: name.com—commercial; name.edu—educational; name.gov—government; ISPname.net—network provider (such as an ISP); name.ar—Argentina; name.au—Australia; and so on.

Domain Name System server. A server that translates text names into IP addresses. The server maintains a database of host alphanumeric names and their corresponding IP addresses.

Direct sequence spread spectrum. A type of spread spectrum radio transmission that spreads its signal continuously over a wide frequency band.

EAP

Ethernet

Extensible Authentication Protocol. An optional IEEE 802.1x security feature ideal for organizations with a large user base and access to an EAP-enabled

Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) server.

The most widely used wired local area network. Ethernet uses carrier sense multiple access (CSMA) to allow computers to share a network and operates at

10, 100, or 1000 Mbps, depending on the physical layer used.

F file server firmware

A repository for files so that a local area network can share files, mail, and programs.

Software that is programmed on a memory chip.

G gateway

GHz

A device that connects two otherwise incompatible networks together.

Gigahertz. One billion cycles per second. A unit of measure for frequency.

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IEEE infrastructure

IP Address

IP subnet mask isotropic

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers. A professional society serving electrical engineers through its publications, conferences, and standards development activities. The body responsible for the Ethernet 802.3 and wireless

LAN 802.11 specifications.

The wired Ethernet network.

The Internet Protocol (IP) address of a station.

The number used to identify the IP subnetwork, indicating whether the IP address can be recognized on the LAN or if it must be reached through a gateway. This number is expressed in a form similar to an IP address; for example: 255.255.255.0.

An antenna that radiates its signal in a spherical pattern.

Lightweight access point

An access point operating in the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN Architecture with a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller.

LWAPP

Lightweight Access Point Protocol. An Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) draft protocol used in the Cisco Centralized Wireless LAN Architecture.

MAC

MBSSID modulation multipath multicast packet

Media Access Control address. A unique 48-bit number used in Ethernet data packets to identify an Ethernet device, such as an access point or your client adapter.

Multiple basic SSID. Each multiple basic SSID is assigned a unique MAC address. You use multiple BSSIDs to assign a unique DTIM setting for each

SSID and to broadcast SSIDs in beacons (one SSID per beacon).

Any of several techniques for combining user information with a transmitter’s carrier signal.

The echoes created as a radio signal bounces off of physical objects.

A single data message (packet) sent to multiple addresses.

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O omni-directional

OFDM

This typically refers to a primarily circular antenna radiation pattern.

Orthogonal frequency division multiplex is a modulation technique used by IEEE

802.11a-compliant wireless LANs for transmission at 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps.

P packet

A basic message unit for communication across a network. A packet usually includes routing information, data, and sometimes error detection information.

QPSK

Quadruple phase shift keying is a modulation technique used by IEEE

802.11b-compliant wireless LANs for transmission at 2 Mbps.

R range

A linear measure of the distance that a transmitter can send a signal.

receiver sensitivity

A measurement of the weakest signal a receiver can receive and still correctly translate it into data.

RF roaming

RP-TNC

Radio frequency. A generic term for radio-based technology.

A feature of some Access Points that allows users to move through a facility while maintaining an unbroken connection to the LAN.

A connector type unique to Cisco Aironet radios and antennas. Part 15.203 of the FCC rules covering spread spectrum devices limits the types of antennas that may be used with transmission equipment. In compliance with this rule, Cisco

Aironet, like all other wireless LAN providers, equips its radios and antennas with a unique connector to prevent attachment of non-approved antennas to radios.

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S spread spectrum

SSID

A radio transmission technology that spreads the user information over a much wider bandwidth than otherwise required in order to gain benefits such as improved interference tolerance and unlicensed operation.

Service set identifier (also referred to as Radio Network Name). A unique identifier used to identify a radio network and which stations must use to be able to communicate with each other or to an access point. The SSID can be any alphanumeric entry up to a maximum of 32 characters.

T transmit power

The power level of radio transmission.

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UNII-1

UNII-2

UNII-3 unicast packet

WDS

Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure—regulations for UNII devices operating in the 5.15 to 5.35 GHz and 5.725 to 5.825 GHz frequency bands.

Regulations for UNII devices operating in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency band.

Regulations for UNII devices operating in the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz frequency band.

Regulations for UNII devices operating in the 5.725 to 5.825 GHz frequency band.

A single data message (packet) sent to a specific IP address.

WEP

WLSE

WNM workstation

WPA

Wireless Domain Services. An access point providing WDS on your wireless

LAN maintains a cache of credentials for CCKM-capable client devices on your wireless LAN. When a CCKM-capable client roams from one access point to another, the WDS access point forwards the client's credentials to the new access point with the multicast key. Only two packets pass between the client and the new access point, greatly shortening the reassociation time.

Wired Equivalent Privacy. An optional security mechanism defined within the

802.11 standard designed to make the link integrity of wireless devices equal to that of a cable.

Wireless LAN Solutions Engine. The WLSE is a specialized appliance for managing Cisco Aironet wireless LAN infrastructures. It centrally identifies and configures access points in customer-defined groups and reports on throughput and client associations. WLSE's centralized management capabilities are further enhanced with an integrated template-based configuration tool for added configuration ease and improved productivity.

Wireless Network Manager.

A computing device with an installed client adapter.

Wi-Fi Protected Access is a standards-based, interoperable security enhancement that strongly increases the level of data protection and access control for existing and future wireless LAN systems. It is derived from and will be forward-compatible with the upcoming IEEE 802.11i standard. WPA leverages

TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) for data protection and 802.1X for authenticated key management.

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