Cisco Systems 102058 User Manual

PRELIMINARY Quick Start Guide: Cisco Aironet 1500 Series Lightweight Outdoor Mesh Access Point

August 25, 2005

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Preface vii

Objectives vii
Audience vii
Organization vii
Conventions viii
Related Publications ix
Obtaining Documentation ix

Cisco.com x
Documentation DVD x
Ordering Documentation x

Documentation Feedback x

CONTENTS

CHAPTER

CHAPTER

Cisco Product Security Overview xi

Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products xi

Obtaining Technical Assistance xii

Cisco Technical Support Website xii
Submitting a Service Request xii
Definitions of Service Request Severity xiii

Obtaining Additional Publications and Information xiii

1 Overview 1

Key Features 2

Power 3
External Antennas 3
Ethernet Port 3
Metal Enclosure 4

2 Installation Overview 5

Warnings 6
Safety Information 7

FCC Safety Compliance Statement 7
Safety Precautions 7
Typical Outdoor Access Point Installation Components 8

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Site Surveys 9
Unpacking the Outdoor Access Point 9

Package Contents 10
Optional Equipment 10

Before Beginning the Installation 11

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APPENDIX

3 Installation Instructions 13

Required Tools and Materials 13
Installation Options 13

Rooftop Installations 14
Pole-Top Installations 15
Installing the Outdoor Access Point on a Wall or Overhang 17
Installing the Outdoor Access Point on a Pole 21

Where to Go From Here 28

A Translated Safety Warnings A-1

Warning Definition A-2
Installation Warning A-3
Installation and Grounding Warning A-4
Ground Conductor Warning A-6
Installation Warning A-8
Lightning Activity Warning A-9
Explosive Device Proximity Warning A-10

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Radio Frequency Exposure Limits A-10

A Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information B-1

Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity
Statement

B-2

Channels and Antenna Settings B-3
Department of Communications—Canada B-4

Canadian Compliance Statement B-4
International Models B-4
Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure B-4
Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Points in Taiwan B-5

Chinese Translation B-5

English Translation B-5

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INDEX

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This section describes the objectives, audience, organization, and conventions of the Quick Start Guide: Cisco Aironet 1500
Series Lightweight Outdoor Mesh Access Point.

Objectives

This publication explains the steps for installing the Cisco Aironet 1500 Series lightweight outdoor mesh access point
(hereafter called the outdoor access point) supporting 2.4- and 5-GHz operation, and includes detailed instructions for
mounting the outdoor access point and associated antennas.

Audience

This publication is for the person installing and configuring an outdoor access point for the first time. The installer should be
familiar with network structures, terms, and concepts.

Warning

Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

Organization

This guide contains the following sections:

Chapter 1, “Overview,” describes the major components and features of the outdoor access point.
Chapter 2, “Installation Overview,” provides warnings, safety information, and information needed before you begin the

installation of your outdoor access point.

Chapter 3, “Installation Instructions,” provides an overview of components and features used during outdoor access point

mounting and antenna mounting operations.

Appendix A, “Translated Safety Warnings,” lists translations of the safety warnings in this publication.
Appendix A, “Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information,” describes the regulatory conventions to which the

outdoor access point conforms and provides guidelines for operating outdoor access points in Japan.

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Conventions

Conventions

This publication uses the following conventions to convey instructions and information:

• Commands and keywords are in boldface type.

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

this manual.

Caution Means read er b e ca refu l. In this situation, you might do something that could result in equipment

damage or loss of data.

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Warning

Waarschuwing

Varoitus

Attention

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.”)

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. (V oor verta lingen 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).)

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 c ourantes 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).

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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 T itel “T ran slated Safety Warnings” (Übersetzung der
Warnhinweise).)

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Avvertenza

Advarsel

Aviso

¡Advertencia!

Varning!

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).

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].)

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. (P ara 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

For more information about outdoor access points and related products, refer to the following publications:

• Release Notes: Cisco Aironet 1400 Series Wireless Bridge describes features and caveats for the outdoor access points.

This document is available on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/index.htm

• Cisco Secure Access Control Server for W indo ws 2000/NT Servers Version 3.0 User Guide pro vides complete instructio ns

for using Cisco Secure ACS, including steps for configuring Cisco Secure ACS to support access points. This document
is available on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/access/acs_soft/csacs4nt/csnt30/user/index.htm

Obtaining Documentation

Cisco documentation and additional literature are av ailable on Ci sco.com. Cisco also provides se v eral ways to obtain technical
assistance and other technical resources. These sections explain how to obtain technical information from Cisco Systems.

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Documentation Feedback

Cisco.com

You can access the most current Cisco documentation at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/home/home.htm

You can access the Cisco website at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com

You can access international Cisco websites at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/public/countries_languages.shtml

Documentation DVD

Cisco documentation and additional literature are available in a Documentation DVD package, which may have shipped with
your product. The Documentation DVD is updated regularly and may be more current than printed documentation. The
Documentation DVD package is available as a single unit.

Registered Cisco.com users (Cisco direct customers) can order a Cisco Documentation DVD (product number
DOC-DOCDVD=) from the Ordering tool or Cisco Marketplace.

Cisco Ordering tool:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/partner/ordering/

Cisco Marketplace:

http://www.cisco.com/go/marketplace/

Ordering Documentation

You can find instructions for ordering documentation at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/es_inpck/pdi.htm

You can order Cisco docu mentation i n these ways:

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http://www.cisco.com/en/US/partner/ordering/

• Nonregistered Cisco.com users can order documentation through a local account representative by calling Cisco Systems

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Documentation Feedback

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You can submit comments by using the response card (if present) behind the front cov er of you r documen t or by writing to the
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Cisco Systems
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We appreciate your comments.

Cisco Product Security Overview

Cisco provides a free online Security Vulnerability Policy portal at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_vulnerability_policy.html

From this site, you can perform these tasks:

• Report security vulnerabilities in Cisco products.

• Obtain assistance with security incidents that involve Cisco products.

• Register to receive security information from Cisco.

A current list of security advisories and notices for Cisco products is available at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/go/psirt

If you prefer to see advisories and notices as they are updated in real time, yo u can access a Product Security Incident Response
Team Really Simple Syndication (PSIRT RSS) feed from this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_psirt_rss_feed.html

Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products

Cisco is committed to delivering secure products. We test our products internally before we release them, and we strive to
correct all vulnerabilities quickly . If you think that you might hav e id entif ied a vuln erability in a Cisco prod uct, contact PSIRT:

• Emergencies —[e-mail]

• Nonemergencies—[e-mail]

Tip We encourage you to use Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) or a compatible product to encrypt any sens itive

information that you send to Cisco. PSIRT can work from encrypted information that is compatible with
PGP versions 2.x through 8. x.

Never use a re voked or an expired encryption key. The correct public key to use in your correspondence with PSIRT is the one
that has the most recent creation date in this public key server list:

http://pgp.mit.edu:11371/pks/lookup?search=psirt%40cisco.com&op=index&exact=on

In an emergency, you can also reach PSIRT by telephone:

• 1 877 228-7302

• 1 408 525-6532

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Obtaining Technical Assistance

For all customers, partners, resellers, and distributors who hold valid Cisco service contracts, Cisco Technical Support provid es
24-hour-a-day, award-winning technical assistance. The Cisco Technical Support Website on Cisco.com features extensive
online support resources. In addition, Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) engineers provide telephone support. If you do
not hold a valid Cisco service contract, contact your reseller.

Cisco Technical Support Website

The Cisco Technical Support Website provides online documents and tools for troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
with Cisco products and technologies. The website is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/techsupport

Access to all tools on the Cisco Technical Support Website requires a Cisco.com user ID and password. If you have a valid
service contract but do not have a user ID or password, you can register at this URL:

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Note Use the Cisco Product Identification (CPI) tool to locate your product serial number before submitting

a web or phone request for service. You can access the CPI tool from the Cisco Technical Support
Website by clicking the Tools & Resources link under Documentation & Tools. Choose Cisco Product

Identification Tool from the Alphabetical Index drop-down list, or click the Cisco Product
Identification Tool link under Alerts & RMAs. The CPI tool offers three search options: by product ID

or model name; by tree view; or for certain products, by copying and pasting show command output.
Search results show an illustration of your product with the serial number label location highlighted.
Locate the serial number label on your product and record the information before placing a service call.

Submitting a Service Request

Using the online TAC Ser vice Request Tool is the fastest way to open S3 and S4 service requests. (S3 and S4 service requests
are those in which your network is minimally impaired or for whic h you require product information.) After you descr ibe your
situation, the T AC Service Request Tool pro vides recommended solutions. If your issue is not resolv ed using the recommended
resources, your service request is assigned to a Cisco TAC engineer. The TAC Service R equest Tool is located at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/techsupport/servicerequest

For S1 or S2 service requests or if you do not have Internet access, contact the Cisco TAC by telephone. (S1 or S2 service
requests are those in which your production network is down or severely degraded.) Cisco TAC engineers are assigned
immediately to S1 and S2 service requests to help keep your business operations running smoothly.

To open a service request by telephone, use one of the following numbers:
Asia-Pacific: [phone] (Australia: 1 800 805 227)

EMEA: [phone]
USA: 1 800 553-2447

For a complete list of Cisco TAC contacts, go to this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/techsupport/contacts

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Definitions of Service Request Severity

To ensure that all service requests are reported in a standard format, Cisco has established severity definitions.
Severity 1 (S1)—Your network is “down,” or there is a critical impact to your business operations. You and Cisco will commit

all necessary resources around the clock to resolve the situation.
Severity 2 (S2)—Operation of an existing network is severely degraded, or significant aspects of your business operation are

negativ ely affected b y inadequate performance of Cisco products. You and Cisco will commit full -time resources during normal
business hours to resolve the situation.

Severity 3 (S3)—Operational pe rformance of your network is impaired, but most business operations remain functional. You
and Cisco will commit resources during normal business hours to restore service to satisfactory levels.

Severity 4 (S4)—You require information or assistance with Cisco prod uct capabilities, inst allation, or con f igurat ion. Ther e is
little or no effect on your business operations.

Obtaining Additional Publications and Information

Information about Cisco products, technologies, and network solutions is available from various online and printed sources.

• Cisco Marketplace provides a variety of Cisco books, reference guides, and logo merchandise. Visit Cisco Marketplace,

the company store, at this URL:

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• Cisco Press publishes a wide range of general networking, training and certification ti tles. Both new and experienced users

will benefit from these publications. For current Cisco Press titles and other information, go to Cisco Press at this URL:

http://www.ciscopress.com

• Packet magazine is the Cisco Systems technical user magazine for maximizing Internet and networking investments. Each

quarter, Packet delivers coverage of the latest industry trends, technology breakthroughs, and Cisco prod ucts and solutions,
as well as network deployment and troubleshooting tips, configuration examples, customer case studies, certification and
training information, and links to scores of in-depth on line resources. You can access Packet magazine at this URL:

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technology to increase revenue, streamline their business, and e xpand service s. The publication identifies the challenges
facing these companies and the technologies to help solv e them, using real-world case studies and business strategies to
help readers make sound technology investment decisions. You can access iQ Magazine at this URL:

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• Internet Protocol Journal is a quarterly journal published by Cisco Systems for engineering professionals involved in

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Overview

The Cisco Aironet 1500 Series lightweight outdoor mesh access point (hereafter called the outdoor
access point) is a wireless device designed for wireless client access and point-to-point bridging,

point-to-multipoint bridging, and point-to-multipoint mesh wireless connectivity. The outdoor access
point is a standalone unit that can be mounted on a building wa ll or overhang, on a rooftop pole, or on a
street light pole. It is a self-contained outdoor unit which can be configured with a wired backhaul
connection to an Ethernet segment for a rooftop deployment, or can be configured with a wireless
backhaul for a pole-top deployment.

The outdoor access point provides client access and point-to -point connectivity and provides wireless
backhaul in the 2.4-GHz UN II band as defined in the 80 2.11b a nd 8 02.11g standa rds a nd in t he 5-G Hz
UNII 3 band derived from the 802.11a standard. The outdoor access point delivers 6 to 54 Mbps data
rates without the need for a license.

The outdoor access point is configured, monitored, and operated through a Cisco Wireless LAN
Controller as described in the Cisco Wireless LAN Solution Product Guide. The Cisco Wireless LAN
Controllers use a browser-based management system, a command-line interface (CLI), or the Cisco
WCS (Wireless Control System) network management system to manage the Cisco Wireless LAN
Controller and the associated outdoor access points.

This chapter provides information on the following topic:

• Key Features, page 1-2

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Key Features

Key features of the outdoor access point:

• Unlicensed UNII 2.4- and 5-GHz radio operation

• Metal enclosure supports outdoor installations

• Industrial temperature rating

• Mounting plate shipping configuration for external antennas (see Figure 1-1)

• Mil-spec Ethernet and power ports

• Inline power ove r Ethernet cables or 100- to 240-VAC 50/60 Hz power over separate power cables

• Optional light pole mounting kit for rooftop and pole-top deployments

• Outdoor access point control using a browser-based management system, a CLI, or Cisco WCS

Figure 1-1 Outdoor Access Point

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Power

Caution Only use the po wer injector specif ied for the Cisco Aironet 1500 Series lightwei ght outdoor mesh access

Key Features

The outdoor access point transmit output power can be configured to support many international
regulatory domains, as specified in the Cisco Wireless LAN Solution Product Guide.

The rooftop outdoor access point recei ves inline po wer from the Cisco Aironet Po wer Injector (hereaft er
called the power injector) or from a 110- to 220-VAC power source. Shielded Ethernet cables provide
Ethernet data and power from the po wer injector , and optional sh ielded power cables pr ovide po wer from
the power source to the outdoor access point. The power injector is a separate unit designed for operation
in a sheltered indoor environment, such as inside a building. The power injector also functions as an
Ethernet repeater by connecting to a Category 5 LAN backbone and using the Ethernet cable interface
to the outdoor access point.

The power injector uses an external 48-VDC po wer mod ule and injects th e DC volt age into the Ethernet
cables to power the outdoor access point.

point. Other power injectors, including 802.03af power injectors, can damage the outdoor access point
and/or can cause a hazardous condition.

Warning

The power injector and the power module should not be placed in an unprotected outdoor
environment.

External Antennas

The outdoor access point is equipped with an N-type RF connector on the front of the unit for an e xternal

2.4-GHz antenna and with an N-type RF connector on the end of the unit for an extern al 5-GHz antenna
(see Figure 1-1). When using the optional Cisco external omnidirectional antennas, the 2.4-GHz antenna
connects directly to the outdoor access point, and the 5-GHz antenna connects to the outdoor access
point using the antenna’s included coax cable.

The Cisco omnidirectional external antennas use vertical polarization.
The outdoor access point can also be equipped with third-party external antennas, subject to local

regulatory requirements. Note that when you are installing third-party antennas, that they must be
waterproof and installed with all waterproofing steps recommended by the third-party manufacturer.

Warning

To meet regulatory restrictions, the outdoor access point and external antennas must be
professionally installed.

Ethernet Port

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When used, the outdoor access point’s pow er injector port accepts a Mil-spec connector, linking the
outdoor access point to your 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN through the optional power injector. The
Ethernet cables are used to send and receive Ethernet data and to optionally supply inline 48 -VDC power
from the power injector.

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Key Features

Chapter 1 Overview

Warning

Tip The outdoor access point senses the Ethernet and power signals and automatically switches internal

When you are installing the outdoor access point with a ethernet cable, and powering through that
cable, the outdoor access point must be reliably grounded using an external ground wire as described
in the Rooftop Installations, page 3-14 and Pole-Top Installations, page 3-15 sections.

circuitry to match the cable connections.

Note This product is designed for connection to an IT power distribution system, as well as other

Note Use only the optional Cisco power injector for the outdoor access point. The optional Cisco

Metal Enclosure

The outdoor access point uses a metal enclosure that supports outdoor operating environments and
supports an industrial temperature operating range of -30 to 55 degrees C.

systems (TN, TT).

power injector is specified to meet the requirements of the outdoor access point and is a Listed
Class 2 Limited Power Source (LPS).

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CHAPTER

2

Installation Overview

This chapter provides warnings, safety information, and information needed before you begin the
installation of your outdoor access point. This chapter includes the following sections:

• Warning s, page 2-6

• Safety Information, page 2-7

• Unpacking the Outdoor Access Point, page 2-9

• Before Beginning the Installation, page 2-11

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Warnings

Warnings

Chapter 2 Installation Overview

Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in Appendix A, “Translated Safety

Warnings.”

Warning

Warning

Warning

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.”)

You c an be killed when installing the outdoor ac cess point. To avoid this, locate the external antennas
away from electric power lines or other power circuits, or where they can come into contact with
such circuits. Make sure you follow all of the instructions and pay attention to all the Warning notes
in this manual.
For proper installation and grounding of the antenna, please refer to national and local codes (e.g.
U.S.:NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, Article 810, in Canada: Canadian Electrical Code, Section 54).

When installing the antenna, take extreme care not to come into contact with such circuits, as they
may cause serious injury or death. For proper installation and grounding of the antenna, please refer
to national and local codes (e.g. U.S.:NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, Article 810, in Canada:
Canadian Electrical Code, Section 54).

Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

Warning

Warning

Warning

Warning

Warning

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The outdoor access point is a sealed unit, and may not be opened in the field, or the outdoor access
point can become a hazard. Should the seal be broken on an outdoor access point, return it to Cisco
for a replacement.

This equipment must be externally grounded using a customer-supplied ground wire before power is
applied. Refer to the mounting instructions in the Rooftop Installations, page 3-14 or Pole-Top

Installations, page 3-15 sections for more information. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection

authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.

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

Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.

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.

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Safety Information

Warning

In order to comply with radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, the antennas for this product should be
positioned no less than 6.56 ft (2 m) from your body or nearby persons.

Safety Information

Follow the guidelines in this section to ensure proper operation and safe use of the outdoor 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 RF
electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC-certified equipment. When used with approved Cisco Aironet
antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled en vironmental li mits found in OET-65 and ANSI
C95.1, 1991. Proper operation of this radio device according to the instructions in this publication results
in user exposure substantially below the FCC recommended limits.

Safety Precautions

Warning

You c an be killed when installing the outdoor ac cess point. To avoid this, locate the external antennas
away from electric power lines or other power circuits, or where they can come into contact with
such circuits. Make sure you follow all of the instructions and pay attention to all the Warning notes
in this manual.
For proper installation and grounding of the antenna, please refer to national and local codes (e.g.
U.S.:NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, Article 810, in Canada: Canadian Electrical Code, Section 54).

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Each year hundreds of people are killed or injured wh en at tempting to in stall antennas. In many of these
cases, the victim was aware of the danger of electrocution, but did not take adequate steps to avoid the
hazard.

For your safety, and to help you achieve a good installation, please read and follow these safety
precautions. They may save your life!

1. Select your installation site with safety, as well as performance in mind. Remember: electric power

lines and phone lines look alike. For your safety, assume that any overhead line can kill you.

2. Call your electric po wer compan y. Tell them your pl ans and ask them to come l ook at your proposed

installation. This is a small inco nvenience considering your life is at stake.

3. Plan your installation carefully and completely before you begin. Successfully raising a pole is

largely a matter of coordination. Each person sh ould be assigned to a specifi c task, and should kno w
what to do and when to do it. One person should be in charge of the operat ion to issue instructions
and watch for signs of trouble.

4. When installing your antenna, remember:

a. Do not use a metal ladder.

b. Do not work on a wet or windy day.

c. Do dress properly—shoes with rubber soles and heels, rubber gloves, long sleeved shirt or

jacket.

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