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Next-Generation Outdoor Wireless
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Dual-band 2.4 and 5 GHz with 802.11ac Wave 1
support on the integrated 5-GHz radio
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Cisco® CleanAir™ technology provides integrated
spectrum intelligence for a self-configuring and
self-healing network
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ClientLink improves reliability and coverage for
legacy clients
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Improved 802.11ac range and performance with
4x4:3 multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO)
technology
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1.3 Gbps data rates
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Multiple-radio support (802.11b/g/n, 802.11a/n/ac)
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DOCSIS 3.0/EuroDOCSIS/JapanDOCSIS 3.0,
16x8 hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) cable modem
option
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Improved radio sensitivity and range performance
with four antenna MIMO and three spatial streams
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Multiple uplink options (Gigabit Ethernet10/100/1000 BaseT, Fiber SFP, interface-cable
(certain models)
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NEMA Type 4X certified enclosure
Cisco Aironet 1572IC
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Internal Antennas with Cable modem model
Cisco Aironet 1572EC
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Cable modem model with External Antennas
Cisco Aironet 1572EAC
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External antenna model
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point
High-Performance Outdoor Wireless
The Cisco® Aironet® 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point with
Cisco CleanAir™ technology is the industry’s first enterprise and
carrier-grade 802.11ac access point to create a self-healing and selfoptimizing wireless network that mitigates the impact of wireless
interference. It offers a flexible, secure, and scalable mesh network
for high-performance mobility across large metropolitan-sized areas,
enterprise campuses, manufacturing yards, and mining pits.
The Cisco Aironet 1570 Series supports multiple-device and
multiple-network application delivery such as real-time seamless
mobility, video surveillance, 3rd Generation (3G) and 4G data offload,
and public and private Wi-Fi access. Designed to meet customer
needs in a broad range of industries, the Cisco Aironet 1570 Series
offers the following benefits:
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Cisco CleanAir technology: Integrated spectrum intelligence to detect, classify, and mitigate RF interference
from unauthorized wireless bridges or malicious devices.
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High-bandwidth video surveillance over Wi-Fi without the high cost of installing cables over long distances.
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High-performance, multipurpose network with low CapEx and OpEx.
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Integrated wired and wireless: The Cisco Borderless Network Architecture provides cost savings with
end-to-end network access solutions that include wireless, switching, routing, and security.
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Flexible deployment options: Access or mesh network,
extension of an Ethernet network, and Ethernet, fiber,
wireless, or cable backhaul.
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Service provider support: Wi-Fi for next-generation mobile
data offload and personalized mobile services.
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Flexible, High-Performance Mesh
The Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point offers a flexible, secure, and scalable mesh platform that is
part of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network and the Cisco Service Provider Wi-Fi solution. It offers highperformance mobility across large metropolitan-sized areas and enterprise campuses, manufacturing yards, and
mining pits. Carrier-grade design allows service providers to take advantage of Wi-Fi for next-generation mobile
data offloads. The Cisco Aironet 1570 Series provides high-performance device access through improved radio
sensitivity and range with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) technology, with three spatial
streams. Multiple uplink and power options are available. The 802.3at-compliant, Power-over-Ethernet (PoE)
interface makes it easy to connect IP devices, such as IP video cameras. NEMA Type 4X enclosures help ensure a
robust system that can withstand demanding environments. The external antenna models include the option to
attach an external module to the Access Point and power off the 802.3at from that AP.
Cisco CleanAir Technology
The Cisco Aironet 1570 Series with Cisco CleanAir technology provides the highest-performance 802.11ac
connectivity for mission-critical outdoor networks by detecting interference from unauthorized devices, as well as
common outdoor interference sources, such as WiMAX networks and wireless bridging products. The 1570 Series
uses chip-level intelligence to create a spectrum-aware, self-healing, and self-optimizing wireless network that
mitigates the impact of wireless interference. Cisco CleanAir technology is a systemwide feature of the Cisco
Unified Wireless Network that improves wireless network quality by detecting RF interference that other systems
can’t recognize, identifying the source, locating it, and then making automatic adjustments to optimize wireless
coverage.
RF Excellence
Building on the Cisco Aironet heritage of RF excellence, the Cisco Aironet 1570 Series delivers industry-leading
performance for secure and reliable wireless connections. Industrial-grade parts, enterprise-class silicon-level
intelligence, and optimized radios deliver a robust mobility experience. The Cisco Aironet 1570 Series provides a
set of tools that deliver the robust, scalable wireless foundation required to realize the true potential of outdoor
wireless mobility:
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Cisco ClientLink technology to raise uplink and downlink performance of and coverage to 802.11a/g/n/ac
clients
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Radio resource management (RRM) for automated channel selection and power setting management of
access points
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Advanced capabilities to select data rates, adjust power, and manage quality of service (QoS) for access
points
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Centrally Managed Mesh Network
Central management and troubleshooting of the Cisco outdoor wireless access points prevent costly maintenance
service calls to outdoor locations. The Cisco Prime Infrastructure (CPI) works in conjunction with the Cisco Aironet
Access Points and Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers to configure and manage the wireless networks. With CPI,
network administrators have a single solution for RF prediction, policy provisioning, network optimization,
troubleshooting, security monitoring, and wireless LAN systems management. Cisco CleanAir technology is
integrated into the CPI to provide real-time information on your outdoor network. Wireless network security is also a
part of a unified wired and wireless solution. Cisco wireless network security offers the highest level of network
security, which helps ensure that data remains private and secure and that the network is protected from
unauthorized access.
Cisco Aironet 1572EAC External Antenna Access Points
The Cisco Aironet 1572EAC Outdoor Access Points are the standard models, dual-radio system with external
antenna ports that are compliant with IEEE 802.11b/g/n standards (2.4 GHz) and 802.11a/n/ac (5-GHz). The
1572EAC has four (4) external antenna connections which can be configured as a) four double-band 2/5GHz ports,
or b) two pairs of single-band (2.4 & 5 GHz). They have Ethernet and fiber Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP)
backhaul options. These models also have a PoE-out (802.3at) port that can power a video surveillance camera or
other devices. A Highly flexible AP, the Cisco Aironet 1572EAC is well equipped for municipal and campus
deployments, video surveillance applications, mining environments, and data offload.
Cisco Aironet 1572IC/1572EC Cable Modem Access Points
Where service providers have already invested in a broadband cable network, the Cisco next-generation outdoor
wireless mesh can seamlessly extend network connectivity with the Cisco Aironet 1572IC/1572EC access points
by connecting to its integrated cable modem interface. The Cisco Aironet 1572IC/1572EC Outdoor Mesh Access
Points are dual-radio systems with DOCSIS 3.0/EuroDOCSIS/JapanDOCSIS 3.0 (16x8 HFC) compliant cable
modem for power and backhaul. They have dual-band radios that are compliant with IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz)
and 802.11a/n/ac (5 GHz) standards. The 1572IC has an integrated, four-element, dual-band antenna and easily
fits within the 30 cm height restriction for service providers. The 1572EC has four external antenna connections,
that can be configures as 2/5 GHz dual-band or two 2.4 GHz plus two 5 GHz ports that support Omni and
directional antennas.
External and Integrated Antennas
The Cisco Aironet 1572E Outdoor Access Points can also use four Cisco AIR-ANT2568VG-N or four
AIR-ANT2547VG-N Antennas. These dual-band, omnidirectional, stick antennas have a gain of 6/8 dBi or 4/7 dBi
on bands 2/5 GHz respectively. The 1572 can also utilize a number of single or dual band antenna. A summary of
those antennas is listed in the below table.