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...company. (0612R) Any Internet Protocol (IP) addresses used in accordance with Cisco's installation instructions, it is unintentional and coincidental. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE ACCOMPANYING PRODUCT ... measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to one of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any interference to provide reasonable protection against such...
...company. (0612R) Any Internet Protocol (IP) addresses used in accordance with Cisco's installation instructions, it is unintentional and coincidental. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE ACCOMPANYING PRODUCT ... measures: • Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to one of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any interference to provide reasonable protection against such...
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... Guidelines xiv Overview 1-1 Product Terminology 1-1 Autonomous Access Points 1-1 Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Hardware Features 1-3 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...
... Guidelines xiv Overview 1-1 Product Terminology 1-1 Autonomous Access Points 1-1 Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points 1-2 Hardware Features 1-3 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...
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... / PRIMARY OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 Figure 1-1 Access Point with antennas. Hardware Features Key hardware features of access point specifications. Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features • The lightweight access point console port is enabled for a list of the access point include: • Dual-radio...• UL 2043 certification (see page 1-7) • Anti-theft features (see page 1-7) Refer to Appendix C, "Access Point Specifications," for monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the...
... / PRIMARY OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-3 Figure 1-1 Access Point with antennas. Hardware Features Key hardware features of access point specifications. Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features • The lightweight access point console port is enabled for a list of the access point include: • Dual-radio...• UL 2043 certification (see page 1-7) • Anti-theft features (see page 1-7) Refer to Appendix C, "Access Point Specifications," for monitoring and debug purposes (all configuration commands are disabled when the...
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... (right/primary) Figure 1-3 illustrates the 5-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 1-2 Access Point 2.4 GHz Connector End 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 STATUS RADIO ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY 234 5 6 7 8 9 1 2.4-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary) 3 Security key slot 135436 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-8371-05 135435 Hardware Features Chapter...
... (right/primary) Figure 1-3 illustrates the 5-GHz connector end of the access point. Figure 1-2 Access Point 2.4 GHz Connector End 2.4 GHz LEFT 1 STATUS RADIO ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE ETHERNET 48VDC 2.4 GHz RIGHT/PRIMARY 234 5 6 7 8 9 1 2.4-GHz antenna connector (left ) 2 5-GHz antenna connector (right/primary) 3 Security key slot 135436 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-8371-05 135435 Hardware Features Chapter...
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... 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN. Antennas Supported Table 1-1 lists the supported access point antennas. The access point can receive power through the Ethernet cable from a power injector, switch, or power patch panel. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Single or Dual-Radio Operation The 1242AG access point supports simultaneous radio operation using a 2.4-GHz...
... 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN. Antennas Supported Table 1-1 lists the supported access point antennas. The access point can receive power through the Ethernet cable from a power injector, switch, or power patch panel. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Single or Dual-Radio Operation The 1242AG access point supports simultaneous radio operation using a 2.4-GHz...
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.... Statement 245B Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-8371-05 Warnings Translated versions of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be aware of the following safety warnings are in user exposure that the antenna is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near...
.... Statement 245B Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-8371-05 Warnings Translated versions of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be aware of the following safety warnings are in user exposure that the antenna is rated not greater than: 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near...
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... safety warnings document • Cisco product registration and Cisco documentation feedback cards OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-3 Four 8 x 18 x 3/4 in . Four rubber foot pads - Ensure that all persons. pan head Phillips sheet metal screws - One mounting plate with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas should be located at a minimum...
... safety warnings document • Cisco product registration and Cisco documentation feedback cards OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-3 Four 8 x 18 x 3/4 in . Four rubber foot pads - Ensure that all persons. pan head Phillips sheet metal screws - One mounting plate with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, antennas should be located at a minimum...
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... Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-9). - OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 When you have completed the access point deployment, return the access point MAC addresses and the access point locations on page 2-14. Connect the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). Review the access point locations and identify the specific mounting methods required for connecting...
... Ethernet and Power Cables" section on page 2-9). - OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 When you have completed the access point deployment, return the access point MAC addresses and the access point locations on page 2-14. Connect the access point cables (Ethernet, optional power, optional antennas). Review the access point locations and identify the specific mounting methods required for connecting...
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... antenna connector (right/primary 3 Security key slot ) Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-8371-05 A master controller should only be used for configuring access points and not in a working network. 135435 Access Point Layout and Connectors Figure 2-1 illustrates the 2.4-GHz connector end of the access point. Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Step 4 For lightweight access points...
... antenna connector (right/primary 3 Security key slot ) Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-8371-05 A master controller should only be used for configuring access points and not in a working network. 135435 Access Point Layout and Connectors Figure 2-1 illustrates the 2.4-GHz connector end of the access point. Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Step 4 For lightweight access points...
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...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 You then install the mounting plate and attach the access point when you intend to locate the various mounting holes for the method you are not designed for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above and below) Caution The access point, the antennas..., and the power source (power injector or power module) are ready. Figure 2-3 Mounting Plate 1 Key hole clips 2 Cable access openings 3 Locking detent 4 Ceiling or wall ...
...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 You then install the mounting plate and attach the access point when you intend to locate the various mounting holes for the method you are not designed for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as above and below) Caution The access point, the antennas..., and the power source (power injector or power module) are ready. Figure 2-3 Mounting Plate 1 Key hole clips 2 Cable access openings 3 Locking detent 4 Ceiling or wall ...
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... each T-rail clip stud. You may need additional security, refer to the "Securing the Access Point" section on page 2-17 for the antenna. Attach two T-rail clips to tighten the Keps nuts. Do not overtighten. Do not ...access point mounting plate is operating (see the "Attaching the Access Point to tighten the T-rail clip studs in the mounting plate. Use the mounting plate to be integrated into the T-bar grid above the top surface of a suspended ceiling. The spacer's legs should contact the suspended ceiling T-rail. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
... each T-rail clip stud. You may need additional security, refer to the "Securing the Access Point" section on page 2-17 for the antenna. Attach two T-rail clips to tighten the Keps nuts. Do not overtighten. Do not ...access point mounting plate is operating (see the "Attaching the Access Point to tighten the T-rail clip studs in the mounting plate. Use the mounting plate to be integrated into the T-bar grid above the top surface of a suspended ceiling. The spacer's legs should contact the suspended ceiling T-rail. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
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... they are securely attached to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Make sure the clips are pointing down when mounted on the bottom of the access point or the mounting plate to help prevent sliding or scratching the ...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. Mounting Access Point on page 2-16. Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that covers the console port, Ethernet port, power port, and the mode button to...
... they are securely attached to a ceiling or wall. 2-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Make sure the clips are pointing down when mounted on the bottom of the access point or the mounting plate to help prevent sliding or scratching the ...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. Mounting Access Point on page 2-16. Orient the access point 2-GHz and 5-GHz antennas so that covers the console port, Ethernet port, power port, and the mode button to...
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... access point to the mounting plate: Step 1 If your access point shuts down (see Figure 2-9). c. Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point To remove the cable security bracket from the mounting plate, follow these instructions: Step 1 Position the mounting plate with blue dots or labels to the access point's 5-GHz antenna connectors. 2-16 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
... access point to the mounting plate: Step 1 If your access point shuts down (see Figure 2-9). c. Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point To remove the cable security bracket from the mounting plate, follow these instructions: Step 1 Position the mounting plate with blue dots or labels to the access point's 5-GHz antenna connectors. 2-16 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
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...not cause harmful interference, and 2. However, there is subject to 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...against harmful interference when the equipment is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-2 OL-8371-05 This device may cause undesired operation. Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory...
...not cause harmful interference, and 2. However, there is subject to 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...against harmful interference when the equipment is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-2 OL-8371-05 This device may cause undesired operation. Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory...
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... at this device. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-3 Any changes or modification to the product not expressly approved by Cisco could void the user's authority to the instruction manual. Install and use the equipment according to operate this frequency when using the integrated antennas. Caution Within the 5.15 to...
... at this device. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-3 Any changes or modification to the product not expressly approved by Cisco could void the user's authority to the instruction manual. Install and use the equipment according to operate this frequency when using the integrated antennas. Caution Within the 5.15 to...
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...a minimum 20 cm (7.9 in.) co-located separation distance from your body or nearby persons. The access point's co-located 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz integrated antennas support a minimum separation distance of Conformity for RF Exposure The radio has been found to be installed...operation are compliant with the applicable FCC RF exposure limit when transmitting simultaneously. The access point must be co-located with the access point. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of...
...a minimum 20 cm (7.9 in.) co-located separation distance from your body or nearby persons. The access point's co-located 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz integrated antennas support a minimum separation distance of Conformity for RF Exposure The radio has been found to be installed...operation are compliant with the applicable FCC RF exposure limit when transmitting simultaneously. The access point must be co-located with the access point. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of...
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... above the regulatory limit is illegal and is outside the scope of the Directive 1999/5/EC. July 25, 2005 Tony Youssef Director Corporate Compliance B-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Any combination of output power and antenna resulting in order to allow the use of this document.
... above the regulatory limit is illegal and is outside the scope of the Directive 1999/5/EC. July 25, 2005 Tony Youssef Director Corporate Compliance B-14 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Any combination of output power and antenna resulting in order to allow the use of this document.
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...) -40 to 185oF (-40 to 85oC) Humidity 10 to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; W x 8.5 in . Connectors 2.4 GHz end panel (left to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; C A P P E N D I X Access Point Specifications Table C-1 lists the technical specifications for serial console port connections; H 16.8 cm...36 Mbps) 64-QAM (48 and 54 Mbps) OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-1 right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. RJ-45 connector for the 1240AG series access point. RJ-45 connector for plug-in . D x 1.1 in 48VDC...
...) -40 to 185oF (-40 to 85oC) Humidity 10 to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; W x 8.5 in . Connectors 2.4 GHz end panel (left to right) Left RP-TNC antenna connector; C A P P E N D I X Access Point Specifications Table C-1 lists the technical specifications for serial console port connections; H 16.8 cm...36 Mbps) 64-QAM (48 and 54 Mbps) OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-1 right (primary) RP-TNC antenna connector. RJ-45 connector for the 1240AG series access point. RJ-45 connector for plug-in . D x 1.1 in 48VDC...
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... dBm) (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) A diversity system with two external antenna connectors 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 (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
... dBm) (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) A diversity system with two external antenna connectors 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 (Depending on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed) 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point...
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...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 120 ft (37 m) @ 54 Mbps 350 ft (107 m) @ 48 Mbps 550 ft (168 m) @ 36 Mbps 650... @ 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 operation in a building's environmental air space; Safety Radio Approvals Caution Only....893 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-3
...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 120 ft (37 m) @ 54 Mbps 350 ft (107 m) @ 48 Mbps 550 ft (168 m) @ 36 Mbps 650... @ 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 operation in a building's environmental air space; Safety Radio Approvals Caution Only....893 OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-3