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... trademarks of their own expense. and Access Registrar, Aironet, ASIST, BPX, Catalyst, CCDA, CCDP, CCIE, CCIP, CCNA, CCNP, Cisco, the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert logo, Cisco IOS, Cisco Press, Cisco Systems, Cisco Systems Capital, the Cisco Systems logo, Cisco Unity, Empowering the Internet Generation, Enterprise... FCC requirements for a Class A digital device, pursuant to use of Cisco Systems, Inc.; Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. If the interference stops, it is unintentional and coincidental...
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... E R 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 ...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...
... E R 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 ...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...
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... about the standard Cisco IOS Release 12.3 commands, refer to the Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point. To use this guide with lightweight access points, you should have experience working with a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller and be familiar with autonomous access points, refer to the Cisco IOS documentation set available...
... about the standard Cisco IOS Release 12.3 commands, refer to the Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges for the networking professional who installs and manages the Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point. To use this guide with lightweight access points, you should have experience working with a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller and be familiar with autonomous access points, refer to the Cisco IOS documentation set available...
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... 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...
... 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...
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... management system, or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). The autonomous 1242G access point contains a single integrated radio: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g). Autonomous Access Points Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point (AIR-AP1242AG or AIR-AP1242G) provides a secure, affordable, and easy-to the network. The access point serves as the connection point between wireless and wired networks or as a bridge. You can support standalone network...
... management system, or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). The autonomous 1242G access point contains a single integrated radio: a 2.4-GHz radio (IEEE 802.11g). Autonomous Access Points Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point (AIR-AP1242AG or AIR-AP1242G) provides a secure, affordable, and easy-to the network. The access point serves as the connection point between wireless and wired networks or as a bridge. You can support standalone network...
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...-05 In addition, all wireless traffic is joined, the access point downloads its software if the versions 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 Chapter 1 Overview Lightweight Access Points The Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point (AIR-LAP1242AG or AIR-LAP1242G) combines mobility and...
...-05 In addition, all wireless traffic is joined, the access point downloads its software if the versions 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 Chapter 1 Overview Lightweight Access Points The Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point (AIR-LAP1242AG or AIR-LAP1242G) combines mobility and...
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... blocks radio communication. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. Figure 1-7 Access Point as a repeater. The data is sent through the route that Extends Wireless Range An autonomous access point can be configured as a repeater. Network Examples with repeater access points. Note Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with Autonomous Access Points Chapter 1 Overview Repeater Unit...
... blocks radio communication. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the client. Figure 1-7 Access Point as a repeater. The data is sent through the route that Extends Wireless Range An autonomous access point can be configured as a repeater. Network Examples with repeater access points. Note Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with Autonomous Access Points Chapter 1 Overview Repeater Unit...
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... Ethernet LED Green Off Off Green Green - Starting Cisco IOS. Initialize Flash file system. Normal operating condition, but no wireless client devices are listed inTable 3-1. You can use the LED indications to the Event Log using the access point browser interface). Software upgrade in progress Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-2 OL-8371-05 Radio LED...
... Ethernet LED Green Off Off Green Green - Starting Cisco IOS. Initialize Flash file system. Normal operating condition, but no wireless client devices are listed inTable 3-1. You can use the LED indications to the Event Log using the access point browser interface). Software upgrade in progress Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-2 OL-8371-05 Radio LED...
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... Amber Blinking red No Cisco IOS image file. Checking Basic Settings Mismatched basic settings are the most common causes of lost connectivity with client devices, check the following areas. Off Red Blinking red Flash file system failure. If the access point does not communicate with wireless clients. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
... Amber Blinking red No Cisco IOS image file. Checking Basic Settings Mismatched basic settings are the most common causes of lost connectivity with client devices, check the following areas. Off Red Blinking red Flash file system failure. If the access point does not communicate with wireless clients. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide...
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.... Repeat Steps 3 to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for instructions on configuring the SSID. You must configure an SSID before the access point will not associate. Refer to 5. Click Apply. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-4 OL-8371-05 Click Enable in radio range, the client device will allow wireless associations from your DHCP...
.... Repeat Steps 3 to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for instructions on configuring the SSID. You must configure an SSID before the access point will not associate. Refer to 5. Click Apply. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-4 OL-8371-05 Click Enable in radio range, the client device will allow wireless associations from your DHCP...
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... are not capable of the interconnecting cable. The access point supports the IEEE 802.3af power standard, Cisco Pre-Standard PoE protocol, and Cisco Intelligent Power Management for the access point radio. The power module and Cisco Aironet power injectors are capable of the access point. Refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for full operation. Also, some inline power...
... are not capable of the interconnecting cable. The access point supports the IEEE 802.3af power standard, Cisco Pre-Standard PoE protocol, and Cisco Intelligent Power Management for the access point radio. The power module and Cisco Aironet power injectors are capable of the access point. Refer to the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for full operation. Also, some inline power...
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...Cisco switches, Cisco developed Intelligent Power Management, which the access point is connected. Intelligent Power Management The access point requires 12.95 W of supplying sufficient power for full power operation with both radios, but the access point remains in low-power mode, your access point or your switch (or both radios are disabled), Cisco IOS... Some Cisco switches that sufficient power is not available for sufficient power. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-6 OL-8371-05 Note Independent of the power negotiations, the access point will...
...Cisco switches, Cisco developed Intelligent Power Management, which the access point is connected. Intelligent Power Management The access point requires 12.95 W of supplying sufficient power for full power operation with both radios, but the access point remains in low-power mode, your access point or your switch (or both radios are disabled), Cisco IOS... Some Cisco switches that sufficient power is not available for sufficient power. Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-6 OL-8371-05 Note Independent of the power negotiations, the access point will...
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... the inline power checks and a power injector is upgraded, you must use this Cisco IOS CLI command to inform the access point of 0.0.0 is being used to the access point. Caution When using the power inline negotiation injector override command, a power injector must...underpowered power source. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-9 When you move the access point, H.H.H is being used to supply sufficient power and the Cisco switch does not support Intelligent Power Management. • The access point was moved. Note The power ...
... the inline power checks and a power injector is upgraded, you must use this Cisco IOS CLI command to inform the access point of 0.0.0 is being used to the access point. Caution When using the power inline negotiation injector override command, a power injector must...underpowered power source. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-9 When you move the access point, H.H.H is being used to supply sufficient power and the Cisco switch does not support Intelligent Power Management. • The access point was moved. Note The power ...
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...prestandard source 3-10 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Table 3-2 Using Cisco IOS Commands Cisco IOS Commands Power Source Access Point Cisco Switch AC power module None required power inline never Cisco switch that supports ...Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for your Cisco power source. 2. The Cisco switch uses Intelligent Power Management to determine which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power Management. You should check the release notes for Intelligent Power Management might not be AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR...
...prestandard source 3-10 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Table 3-2 Using Cisco IOS Commands Cisco IOS Commands Power Source Access Point Cisco Switch AC power module None required power inline never Cisco switch that supports ...Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for your Cisco power source. 2. The Cisco switch uses Intelligent Power Management to determine which Cisco IOS release supports Intelligent Power Management. You should check the release notes for Intelligent Power Management might not be AIR-PWRINJ3 or AIR...
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...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Low Power Condition Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Table 3-3 Access Point System Power Settings and Cisco Switch Commands (continued) Power Source Access Point System Power Settings Cisco Switch Power Command Cisco... configure your access point power settings using a non-Cisco switch, changes to your access point operating in full-power mode, choose System Software > System Configuration. switches 1. When you browse to determine which Cisco IOS release supports ...
...Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-8371-05 Low Power Condition Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Table 3-3 Access Point System Power Settings and Cisco Switch Commands (continued) Power Source Access Point System Power Settings Cisco Switch Power Command Cisco... configure your access point power settings using a non-Cisco switch, changes to your access point operating in full-power mode, choose System Software > System Configuration. switches 1. When you browse to determine which Cisco IOS release supports ...
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...delete the current configuration and return all access point settings to the access point. An Enter Network Password page displays. At the prompt, enter the administrator username and password. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-15 Press and hold...access point's IP address in -line power) from the access point. The username and password are case sensitive. Hold the MODE button until the Ethernet LED turns an amber color (approximately 2 to receive an IP address using the Web browser interface, the Telnet interface, or Cisco IOS...
...delete the current configuration and return all access point settings to the access point. An Enter Network Password page displays. At the prompt, enter the administrator username and password. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-15 Press and hold...access point's IP address in -line power) from the access point. The username and password are case sensitive. Hold the MODE button until the Ethernet LED turns an amber color (approximately 2 to receive an IP address using the Web browser interface, the Telnet interface, or Cisco IOS...
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...Cisco IOS commands. You can use the MODE button when the access point has a corrupt firmware image. Note This process resets all configuration settings to the "Obtaining the Access Point Image File" and "Obtaining the TFTP Server Software" sections. Rename the access point image file in -line power) from the access point. Note If your access point... the Access Point Image If your PC. Reloading the Access Point Image Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Step 6 Click the Reset to the access point. 3-16 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware ...
...Cisco IOS commands. You can use the MODE button when the access point has a corrupt firmware image. Note This process resets all configuration settings to the "Obtaining the Access Point Image File" and "Obtaining the TFTP Server Software" sections. Rename the access point image file in -line power) from the access point. Note If your access point... the Access Point Image If your PC. Reloading the Access Point Image Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Step 6 Click the Reset to the access point. 3-16 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware ...
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... Click the System Software tab and then click Software Upgrade. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-17 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. Click the Browse ...The Web browser interface supports loading the image file using the Web interface, the Telnet interface, or Cisco IOS commands. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Reloading the Access Point Image Step 8 Step 9 Hold the MODE button until the Radio LED turns a red color (...
... Click the System Software tab and then click Software Upgrade. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-17 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. Click the Browse ...The Web browser interface supports loading the image file using the Web interface, the Telnet interface, or Cisco IOS commands. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Reloading the Access Point Image Step 8 Step 9 Hold the MODE button until the Radio LED turns a red color (...
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... following URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/software/navigator.html Click Wireless LAN Access > Aironet Access Points > Cisco Aironet 1240 AG Series. Click DOWNLOAD. Select the desired download location on your organization. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-19 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Obtaining the Access Point Image File Obtaining the Access Point Image File The access point image file can be...
... following URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/software/navigator.html Click Wireless LAN Access > Aironet Access Points > Cisco Aironet 1240 AG Series. Click DOWNLOAD. Select the desired download location on your organization. OL-8371-05 Cisco Aironet 1240AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 3-19 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 1240AG Series Autonomous Access Points Obtaining the Access Point Image File Obtaining the Access Point Image File The access point image file can be...
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... connected to support access points running Cisco IOS software. • The access points do not support Layer 2 LWAPP. Note Cisco 4100 series, Airespace 4012 series, and Airespace 4024 series wireless LAN controllers are pushed to the "Configuring DHCP Option 43 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 use...
... connected to support access points running Cisco IOS software. • The access points do not support Layer 2 LWAPP. Note Cisco 4100 series, Airespace 4012 series, and Airespace 4024 series wireless LAN controllers are pushed to the "Configuring DHCP Option 43 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 use...