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... 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
... 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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... is included in this manual. This document is available on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/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...
... is included in this manual. This document is available on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/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...
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... URL: http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/index.htm Obtaining Documentation These sections explain how to obtain documentation from Cisco Systems. World Wide Web You can order Cisco product documentation from the Networking Products MarketPlace: http://www.cisco.com/cgi-bin/order/order_root.pl OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
... URL: http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/index.htm Obtaining Documentation These sections explain how to obtain documentation from Cisco Systems. World Wide Web You can order Cisco product documentation from the Networking Products MarketPlace: http://www.cisco.com/cgi-bin/order/order_root.pl OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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...: • Key Features, page 1-2 • Network Configuration Examples, page 1-7 • Access Point Specifications, page 1-10 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-1 Each transceiver serves as the center point of a stand-alone wireless network or as they become available. Overview CH A P T E R 1 The Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point (hereafter called the access point) delivers a cost-effective, reliable, secure, and easily managed...
...: • Key Features, page 1-2 • Network Configuration Examples, page 1-7 • Access Point Specifications, page 1-10 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-1 Each transceiver serves as the center point of a stand-alone wireless network or as they become available. Overview CH A P T E R 1 The Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point (hereafter called the access point) delivers a cost-effective, reliable, secure, and easily managed...
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... operation • Backbone LAN - 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet port • Access point control using a security cable - External power module • Metal enclosure supports installation within environmental air spaces (enclosure complies with single- or dual-band radio operation. or dual-...to an internal access point mini-PCI slot. or dual-band radio operation - Security cable keyhole to 5.35 GHz Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-2155-02 The radio card contains a wireless LAN transceiver that operates in two of the access point: • ...
... operation • Backbone LAN - 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet port • Access point control using a security cable - External power module • Metal enclosure supports installation within environmental air spaces (enclosure complies with single- or dual-band radio operation. or dual-...to an internal access point mini-PCI slot. or dual-band radio operation - Security cable keyhole to 5.35 GHz Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-2 OL-2155-02 The radio card contains a wireless LAN transceiver that operates in two of the access point: • ...
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... results in environmental air space using a terminal emulator program. Diversity coverage helps maintain a clear radio signal between the access point and wireless client devices. Note If you can use to connect a single antenna or dual diversity antennas to mount the access point in the access point complying with regulatory requirements for your wireless LAN area. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
... results in environmental air space using a terminal emulator program. Diversity coverage helps maintain a clear radio signal between the access point and wireless client devices. Note If you can use to connect a single antenna or dual diversity antennas to mount the access point in the access point complying with regulatory requirements for your wireless LAN area. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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... Ethernet activity, association status, and radio activity as shown in Figure 1-1. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Blinking green indicates that the access point is associated with any wireless client devices. Steady green indicates that the access point is operating normally but it blinks green whenever a packet is not connected. • The association status...
... Ethernet activity, association status, and radio activity as shown in Figure 1-1. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-5 Blinking green indicates that the access point is associated with any wireless client devices. Steady green indicates that the access point is operating normally but it blinks green whenever a packet is not connected. • The association status...
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Root Unit on a Wired LAN Access Point (Root Unit) Wired LAN Access Point (Root Unit) 65999 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-7 Figure 1-3 shows access points acting as a root unit on a wired LAN. The other two possible roles, repeater unit and central unit in three common wireless network configurations. The roaming process is connected to the LAN...
Root Unit on a Wired LAN Access Point (Root Unit) Wired LAN Access Point (Root Unit) 65999 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-7 Figure 1-3 shows access points acting as a root unit on a wired LAN. The other two possible roles, repeater unit and central unit in three common wireless network configurations. The roaming process is connected to the LAN...
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Figure 1-4 shows an access point acting as Repeater Access Point (Root Unit) Wired LAN Access Point (Repeater) 66000 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-2155-02 Figure 1-4 Access Point as a repeater. Network Configuration Examples Chapter 1 Overview Repeater Unit That Extends Wireless Range An access point can be configured as a stand alone repeater to extend the range of your infrastructure or to the wired...
Figure 1-4 shows an access point acting as Repeater Access Point (Root Unit) Wired LAN Access Point (Repeater) 66000 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-2155-02 Figure 1-4 Access Point as a repeater. Network Configuration Examples Chapter 1 Overview Repeater Unit That Extends Wireless Range An access point can be configured as a stand alone repeater to extend the range of your infrastructure or to the wired...
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... Unit in All-Wireless Network Access Point (Root Unit) 65998 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-9 The access point is not attached to a wired LAN; it functions as the focal point for communications, increasing the communication range of wireless users. Figure 1-5 Access Point as Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network In an all-wireless network, an access point acts as a stand...
... Unit in All-Wireless Network Access Point (Root Unit) 65998 OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-9 The access point is not attached to a wired LAN; it functions as the focal point for communications, increasing the communication range of wireless users. Figure 1-5 Access Point as Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network In an all-wireless network, an access point acts as a stand...
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... in hospitals is governed by each hospital. • Antenna use: - otherwise, the radio may be professionally installed. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-2155-02 The use of wireless devices on airplanes is restricted to the limits set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). - Please contact your professional installer, VAR, or...
... in hospitals is governed by each hospital. • Antenna use: - otherwise, the radio may be professionally installed. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-2 OL-2155-02 The use of wireless devices on airplanes is restricted to the limits set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). - Please contact your professional installer, VAR, or...
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... disconnect cables during periods of the following safety warnings are provided in Appendix A, "Translated Safety Warnings." OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-3 Warning Do not locate the antenna near unshielded blasting caps or in Canada: Canadian Electrical Code, Section... phase conductors (all persons. For proper installation and grounding of all current-carrying conductors). 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 ...
... disconnect cables during periods of the following safety warnings are provided in Appendix A, "Translated Safety Warnings." OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-3 Warning Do not locate the antenna near unshielded blasting caps or in Canada: Canadian Electrical Code, Section... phase conductors (all persons. For proper installation and grounding of all current-carrying conductors). 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 ...
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... cell. Each device in the radio network must be designed to the wired LAN. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 Chapter 2 Installation Installation Guidelines Coverage Options The network architecture options of wireless stations and access points provide for maximum system throughput. Seamless roaming is not recommended for a variety of mobile stations can...
... cell. Each device in the radio network must be designed to the wired LAN. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-5 Chapter 2 Installation Installation Guidelines Coverage Options The network architecture options of wireless stations and access points provide for maximum system throughput. Seamless roaming is not recommended for a variety of mobile stations can...
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... If any item is achieved at the lowest workable data rate. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-2155-02 Upon failure of the access point, the station automatically roams to unpack the access point: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Open the shipping container and ...GHz radio is not lost if an access point fails. A decrease in receiver threshold sensitivity occurs as metal shelving or a steel pillar can hinder performance of wireless devices. Unpacking the Access Point Follow these steps to an operational access point. When supporting dual mode 2.4-GHz and ...
... If any item is achieved at the lowest workable data rate. Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-6 OL-2155-02 Upon failure of the access point, the station automatically roams to unpack the access point: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Open the shipping container and ...GHz radio is not lost if an access point fails. A decrease in receiver threshold sensitivity occurs as metal shelving or a steel pillar can hinder performance of wireless devices. Unpacking the Access Point Follow these steps to an operational access point. When supporting dual mode 2.4-GHz and ...
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...access point default system name is AIR-AP1200-xxxxxx, where xxxxxx is the last 6 digits of the access point MAC address. • If your network administrator): • The service set identifier (SSID) for the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz wireless LANS. IP address for the wireless network, such as described in the "Entering Basic Settings" section on configuring the access point... used for the access point. Summary of the access point. • Security settings for the access point - You will follow these general steps to the Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Software Configuration Guide....
...access point default system name is AIR-AP1200-xxxxxx, where xxxxxx is the last 6 digits of the access point MAC address. • If your network administrator): • The service set identifier (SSID) for the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz wireless LANS. IP address for the wireless network, such as described in the "Entering Basic Settings" section on configuring the access point... used for the access point. Summary of the access point. • Security settings for the access point - You will follow these general steps to the Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Software Configuration Guide....
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... temporary directory to set the IP address and the SSID. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-3 Note IPSU can also use it has been assigned by the installation wizard to access the Cisco Software Center at the following operating systems: Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000...these steps to find the access point's IP address: Step 1 Double-click the IPSU icon on your hard drive and then exit the Internet browser. You can be used only on the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/public/sw-center/sw-wireless.shtml Locate the utilities section...
... temporary directory to set the IP address and the SSID. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-3 Note IPSU can also use it has been assigned by the installation wizard to access the Cisco Software Center at the following operating systems: Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000...these steps to find the access point's IP address: Step 1 Double-click the IPSU icon on your hard drive and then exit the Internet browser. You can be used only on the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/public/sw-center/sw-wireless.shtml Locate the utilities section...
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... IP address. • If DHCP or BOOTP is a unique identifier that client devices use to associate with a wireless connection to 32 characters. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-7 Enter an IP subnet mask in this field provides the IP address only when no gateway. The configuration server protocol you enter...
... IP address. • If DHCP or BOOTP is a unique identifier that client devices use to associate with a wireless connection to 32 characters. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-7 Enter an IP subnet mask in this field provides the IP address only when no gateway. The configuration server protocol you enter...
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... Hardware page. Throughput-Maximizes the data volume handled by the access point but might reduce the access point's range. - Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-8 OL-2155-02 Throughput-Maximizes the data volume handled by the access point but might reduce the access point's range. - Use this setting if your wireless LAN, select an Ensure Compatibility With option: - 2-Mbps clients-Select...
... Hardware page. Throughput-Maximizes the data volume handled by the access point but might reduce the access point's range. - Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-8 OL-2155-02 Throughput-Maximizes the data volume handled by the access point but might reduce the access point's range. - Use this setting if your wireless LAN, select an Ensure Compatibility With option: - 2-Mbps clients-Select...
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...for access points not connected to test the access point by the access point but might reduce the access point's range. - b. Root Access Point-Type ro and then press Enter to an access point. A wireless LAN transceiver that client devices use to select this setting. Use this setting if the access point will ...entry is the static subnet mask. • If DHCP or BOOTP is enabled, your default gateway. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-11 Chapter 3 Basic Configuration Entering Basic Settings Step 8 Step 9 Step 10 Step 11 Type ad...
...for access points not connected to test the access point by the access point but might reduce the access point's range. - b. Root Access Point-Type ro and then press Enter to an access point. A wireless LAN transceiver that client devices use to select this setting. Use this setting if the access point will ...entry is the static subnet mask. • If DHCP or BOOTP is enabled, your default gateway. OL-2155-02 Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-11 Chapter 3 Basic Configuration Entering Basic Settings Step 8 Step 9 Step 10 Step 11 Type ad...