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...antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to radio communications. could void the FCC approval and negate your own expense. and Aironet, ASIST, BPX, Catalyst, CCDA, CCDP, CCIE, CCNA, CCNP, Cisco, the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert logo, Cisco IOS, the Cisco IOS logo, Cisco Press, Cisco Systems, Cisco Systems Capital, the Cisco... of the FCC rules. and certain other company. (0206R) Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide Copyright © 2002, Cisco Systems, Inc. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO LOCATE THE SOFTWARE LICENSE OR LIMITED...
...antenna until the interference stops. • Move the equipment to radio communications. could void the FCC approval and negate your own expense. and Aironet, ASIST, BPX, Catalyst, CCDA, CCDP, CCIE, CCNA, CCNP, Cisco, the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert logo, Cisco IOS, the Cisco IOS logo, Cisco Press, Cisco Systems, Cisco Systems Capital, the Cisco... of the FCC rules. and certain other company. (0206R) Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide Copyright © 2002, Cisco Systems, Inc. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO LOCATE THE SOFTWARE LICENSE OR LIMITED...
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... Features 1-2 Dual-Band Radio Support 1-2 2.4-GHz Mini-PCI Radio Card 1-2 5-GHz Radio Module 1-2 Power 1-3 Antenna Connectors 1-4 2.4-GHz Radio 1-4 Ethernet and Console Ports 1-4 Ethernet Port 1-4 Console Port 1-4 Metal Enclosure 1-4 Indicators 1-5 Security Lock Feature 1-6 Network Configuration Examples 1-7 Root Unit on a Wired LAN 1-7 Repeater Unit That Extends Wireless Range 1-8 CONTENTS Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iii
... Features 1-2 Dual-Band Radio Support 1-2 2.4-GHz Mini-PCI Radio Card 1-2 5-GHz Radio Module 1-2 Power 1-3 Antenna Connectors 1-4 2.4-GHz Radio 1-4 Ethernet and Console Ports 1-4 Ethernet Port 1-4 Console Port 1-4 Metal Enclosure 1-4 Indicators 1-5 Security Lock Feature 1-6 Network Configuration Examples 1-7 Root Unit on a Wired LAN 1-7 Repeater Unit That Extends Wireless Range 1-8 CONTENTS Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iii
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... Setup Utility 3-3 Obtaining and Installing IPSU 3-3 Finding the Access Point's IP Address 3-3 Setting the Access Point IP Address and SSID 3-4 Entering Basic Settings 3-6 Using an Internet browser 3-6 Using a Terminal Emulator 3-9 Selecting Pages and Settings 3-9 Applying Changes to the Configuration 3-9 Assigning Basic Settings 3-9 Default Basic Settings 3-13 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iv OL-2155-02
... Setup Utility 3-3 Obtaining and Installing IPSU 3-3 Finding the Access Point's IP Address 3-3 Setting the Access Point IP Address and SSID 3-4 Entering Basic Settings 3-6 Using an Internet browser 3-6 Using a Terminal Emulator 3-9 Selecting Pages and Settings 3-9 Applying Changes to the Configuration 3-9 Assigning Basic Settings 3-9 Default Basic Settings 3-13 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide iv OL-2155-02
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... Radio Access Cover 6-2 Removing a 5-GHz Radio Module 6-3 Installing a 5-GHz Radio Module 6-5 Troubleshooting 7-1 Checking the Top Panel Indicators 7-2 Checking Basic Settings 7-3 SSID 7-3 WEP Keys 7-4 Security Settings 7-4 Resetting to the Default Configuration 7-4 Translated Safety Warnings A-1 Dipole Antenna Installation Warning A-2 Explosive Device Proximity Warning A-3 Installation and Grounding Warning A-4 Lightning Activity Warning A-6 Installation Warning A-7 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware...
... Radio Access Cover 6-2 Removing a 5-GHz Radio Module 6-3 Installing a 5-GHz Radio Module 6-5 Troubleshooting 7-1 Checking the Top Panel Indicators 7-2 Checking Basic Settings 7-3 SSID 7-3 WEP Keys 7-4 Security Settings 7-4 Resetting to the Default Configuration 7-4 Translated Safety Warnings A-1 Dipole Antenna Installation Warning A-2 Explosive Device Proximity Warning A-3 Installation and Grounding Warning A-4 Lightning Activity Warning A-6 Installation Warning A-7 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware...
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... for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan B-6 Japanese Translation B-6 English Translation B-7 Console Cable Pinouts C-1 Overview C-2 Console Port Signals and Pinouts C-2 Channels and Antenna Settings D-1 Channels D-2 IEEE 802.11b (2.4 GHz Band) D-2 IEEE 802.11a (5-GHz Band) D-3 Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains D-4 IEEE 802.11b (2.4 GHz Band) D-4 IEEE 802.11a (5-GHz Band) D-6 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
... for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan B-6 Japanese Translation B-6 English Translation B-7 Console Cable Pinouts C-1 Overview C-2 Console Port Signals and Pinouts C-2 Channels and Antenna Settings D-1 Channels D-2 IEEE 802.11b (2.4 GHz Band) D-2 IEEE 802.11a (5-GHz Band) D-3 Maximum Power Levels and Antenna Gains D-4 IEEE 802.11b (2.4 GHz Band) D-4 IEEE 802.11a (5-GHz Band) D-6 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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.../wireless/airo1200/accsspts/index.htm • Release Notes for Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point describes features and caveats for access points running firmware release XX.xx. Conventions Preface Appendix C, "Console Cable Pinouts," describes the pinouts for the serial RJ-45 to DB-9 console cable that connects to configure the access point. Appendix D, "Channels and Antenna Settings," describes the channels and antenna...
.../wireless/airo1200/accsspts/index.htm • Release Notes for Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point describes features and caveats for access points running firmware release XX.xx. Conventions Preface Appendix C, "Console Cable Pinouts," describes the pinouts for the serial RJ-45 to DB-9 console cable that connects to configure the access point. Appendix D, "Channels and Antenna Settings," describes the channels and antenna...
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...GHz Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-2155-02 Security hasp to secure the access point to the mounting bracket using a lock Dual-Band Radio Support The access point can be initially configured from the factory for single or diversity antenna operation... • Backbone LAN - 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet port • Access point control using a security cable - The radio card contains a wireless LAN transceiver that operates in two of the access point...
...GHz Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-2155-02 Security hasp to secure the access point to the mounting bracket using a lock Dual-Band Radio Support The access point can be initially configured from the factory for single or diversity antenna operation... • Backbone LAN - 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet port • Access point control using a security cable - The radio card contains a wireless LAN transceiver that operates in two of the access point...
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... cord to the access point. Using the power injector with Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Points only. Using two power sources on the back of the access point and plug the other Ethernet-ready devices can support operation of the inline power sources. Caution The 1200 series power injectors are designed for diversity operation. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
... cord to the access point. Using the power injector with Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Points only. Using two power sources on the back of the access point and plug the other Ethernet-ready devices can support operation of the inline power sources. Caution The 1200 series power injectors are designed for diversity operation. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation...
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... you can use to connect a single antenna or dual diversity antennas to provide coverage for the 2.4-GHz radio. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-2155-02 Use an RJ-45 to DB-9 serial cable (refer to Appendix C, "Console Cable Pinouts") to connect your wireless LAN area. The access point also supports an industrial temperature operating range...
... you can use to connect a single antenna or dual diversity antennas to provide coverage for the 2.4-GHz radio. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-4 OL-2155-02 Use an RJ-45 to DB-9 serial cable (refer to Appendix C, "Console Cable Pinouts") to connect your wireless LAN area. The access point also supports an industrial temperature operating range...
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... nominal. power connector (for serial connections; H With the 5-GHz antenna in the patch position: 16.67 cm W x 18.36 cm D x 4.22 cm H 6.56 in which the access point is installed) 1-10 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-2155-02 Table 1-1 Access Point Specifications Category Access Point with 2.4-GHz Radio Access Point with 5-GHz radio module and 2.4-GHz radio Power Output...
... nominal. power connector (for serial connections; H With the 5-GHz antenna in the patch position: 16.67 cm W x 18.36 cm D x 4.22 cm H 6.56 in which the access point is installed) 1-10 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-2155-02 Table 1-1 Access Point Specifications Category Access Point with 2.4-GHz Radio Access Point with 5-GHz radio module and 2.4-GHz radio Power Output...
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... diversity system with its antennas pointing down. Note If you plan to mount the access point in environmental air space using a 5-GHz radio, Cisco recommends that you mount the access point horizontally with two reverse-TNC connectors (Cisco antennas are not tested to...Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-11 Safety Radio Approvals Caution The 1200 series power injectors are sold separately). The 1200 series access point complies with the 5-GHz radio installed. Doing so results in the access point complying with regulatory requirements for environmental air...
... diversity system with its antennas pointing down. Note If you plan to mount the access point in environmental air space using a 5-GHz radio, Cisco recommends that you mount the access point horizontally with two reverse-TNC connectors (Cisco antennas are not tested to...Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-11 Safety Radio Approvals Caution The 1200 series power injectors are sold separately). The 1200 series access point complies with the 5-GHz radio installed. Doing so results in the access point complying with regulatory requirements for environmental air...
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Installation CH A P T E R 2 This chapter describes the setup of the access point and includes the following sections: • Safety Information, page 2-2 • Warnings, page 2-3 • Installation Guidelines, page 2-4 • Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-6 • Before Beginning the Installation, page 2-7 • Installation Summary, page 2-8 • Connecting the 2.4-GHz Antennas, page 2-8 • Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-9 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-1
Installation CH A P T E R 2 This chapter describes the setup of the access point and includes the following sections: • Safety Information, page 2-2 • Warnings, page 2-3 • Installation Guidelines, page 2-4 • Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-6 • Before Beginning the Installation, page 2-7 • Installation Summary, page 2-8 • Connecting the 2.4-GHz Antennas, page 2-8 • Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-9 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-1
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... use of such environments. - The use of the access point. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-2155-02 High-gain wall-mount or mast-mount antennas are designed to the limits set forth by the local codes, the national codes and the safety directors of wireless devices on airplanes is restricted to be damaged. •...
... use of such environments. - The use of the access point. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-2155-02 High-gain wall-mount or mast-mount antennas are designed to the limits set forth by the local codes, the national codes and the safety directors of wireless devices on airplanes is restricted to be damaged. •...
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Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come into contact with such circuits. U.S.:NFPA 70, ... of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of lightning activity. Warning Do not work on the phase conductors (all persons. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-3 When installing the antenna, take extreme care not to come into contact with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dipole...
Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come into contact with such circuits. U.S.:NFPA 70, ... of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of lightning activity. Warning Do not work on the phase conductors (all persons. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-3 When installing the antenna, take extreme care not to come into contact with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dipole...
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...1200 series power injectors are not tested to and from the access point. • Install the access point away from microwave ovens. Installation Guidelines Chapter 2 Installation Installation Guidelines This section describes things to mount the access point in environmental air space using a 5-GHz radio, Cisco recommends that can cause signal interference. Note If you mount the access point horizontally with its antennas pointing...the NEC, such as the access point and can reduce throughput and range. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-4 OL-...
...1200 series power injectors are not tested to and from the access point. • Install the access point away from microwave ovens. Installation Guidelines Chapter 2 Installation Installation Guidelines This section describes things to mount the access point in environmental air space using a 5-GHz radio, Cisco recommends that can cause signal interference. Note If you mount the access point horizontally with its antennas pointing...the NEC, such as the access point and can reduce throughput and range. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-4 OL-...
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... unique installation. Return all items listed in the "Package Contents" section are inversely proportional to data bit rates. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-2155-02 Site Surveys Because of differences in component configuration, placement, and physical environment.... Unpacking the Access Point Follow these steps to antenna height. • Physical environment-Clear or open areas provide better radio range than concrete blocks. Check each device in construction. With this architecture, each item for each of wireless devices. If ...
... unique installation. Return all items listed in the "Package Contents" section are inversely proportional to data bit rates. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-2155-02 Site Surveys Because of differences in component configuration, placement, and physical environment.... Unpacking the Access Point Follow these steps to antenna height. • Physical environment-Clear or open areas provide better radio range than concrete blocks. Check each device in construction. With this architecture, each item for each of wireless devices. If ...
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... radio module mounting screws 3 Access point 2 5-GHz radio module antenna (patch position) Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Chapter 2 Installation Before Beginning the Installation Package Contents Each access point package contains the following items: • Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point • Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Power Module (Universal power supply) • Quick Start Guide: Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point • Cisco product registration and Cisco documentation feedback cards Before Beginning...
... radio module mounting screws 3 Access point 2 5-GHz radio module antenna (patch position) Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-7 Chapter 2 Installation Before Beginning the Installation Package Contents Each access point package contains the following items: • Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point • Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Power Module (Universal power supply) • Quick Start Guide: Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point • Cisco product registration and Cisco documentation feedback cards Before Beginning...
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... to the Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Software Configuration Guide. Orient the antenna depending on page 2-9). • Configure basic settings (refer to Chapter 3, "Basic Configuration"). • Mount the access point to the instructions that came with your antenna. For additional information, refer to Chapter 4, "Mounting Instructions." • Configure security and other access point options. If you are using a Cisco Aironet 2 dBi antenna, follow...
... to the Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Software Configuration Guide. Orient the antenna depending on page 2-9). • Configure basic settings (refer to Chapter 3, "Basic Configuration"). • Mount the access point to the instructions that came with your antenna. For additional information, refer to Chapter 4, "Mounting Instructions." • Configure security and other access point options. If you are using a Cisco Aironet 2 dBi antenna, follow...
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... The Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point provides adequate fire resistance and low-smoke-producing characteristics suitable for environmental air space. Note When mounting the access point in environmental air space, Cisco recommends that you are ready. Figure 4-1 Mounting Bracket 1 2 3 4 65863 28 37 6 1 Access point mount 2 Cable tie points 3 Ceiling mount holes 4 Access point mounts 4 5 5 Locking detent 6 Wall cable access 7 Suspended ceiling cable access 8 Security hasp Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point...
... The Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point provides adequate fire resistance and low-smoke-producing characteristics suitable for environmental air space. Note When mounting the access point in environmental air space, Cisco recommends that you are ready. Figure 4-1 Mounting Bracket 1 2 3 4 65863 28 37 6 1 Access point mount 2 Cable tie points 3 Ceiling mount holes 4 Access point mounts 4 5 5 Locking detent 6 Wall cable access 7 Suspended ceiling cable access 8 Security hasp Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point...
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... security hasp on each caddy fastener stud. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-5 Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Bracket Follow these steps to mount the access point. Securing the Access Point to make it more secure. Attach and adjust the antenna(s) or antenna cables. When the access point is properly installed on the mounting bracket, the holes...
... security hasp on each caddy fastener stud. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 4-5 Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Bracket Follow these steps to mount the access point. Securing the Access Point to make it more secure. Attach and adjust the antenna(s) or antenna cables. When the access point is properly installed on the mounting bracket, the holes...