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CONTENTS
Audience ix
Purpose ix
Organization ix
Conventions x
Related Publications xii
Obtaining Documentation xii
Cisco.com xii
Documentation CD-ROM xiii
Ordering Documentation xiii
Documentation Feedback xiii
Obtaining Technical Assistance xiii
Cisco TAC Website xiv
Opening a TAC Case xiv
TAC Case Priority Definitions xiv
Obtaining Additional Publications and Information xv
CHAPTER
1 Overview 1-1
Hardware Features 1-2
Single Radio Operation 1-2
Ethernet Port 1-2
LEDs 1-3
Power Sources 1-3
UL 2043 Certification 1-4
Anti-Theft Features 1-4
Network Configuration Examples 1-5
Root Unit on a Wired LAN 1-5
Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range 1-6
Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network 1-7
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2 Installing the Access Point 2-1
Safety Information 2-2
FCC Safety Compliance Statement 2-2
General Safety Guidelines 2-2
Warnings 2-2
Unpacking the Access Point 2-3
Package Contents 2-3
Basic Installation Guidelines 2-3
Before Beginning the Installation 2-4
Installation Summary 2-4
Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables 2-5
Connecting to an Ethernet Network with an Inline Power Source 2-6
Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power 2-6
Powering Up the Access Point 2-7
CHAPTER
3 Configuring the Access Point for the First Time 3-1
Before You Start 3-2
Resetting the Access Point to Default Settings 3-2
Obtaining and Assigning an IP Address 3-3
Connecting to the Access Point Locally 3-3
Assigning Basic Settings 3-4
Default Settings on the Express Setup Page 3-7
Protecting Your Wireless LAN 3-8
Using the IP Setup Utility 3-8
Obtaining and Installing IPSU 3-8
Using IPSU to Find the Access Point’s IP Address 3-9
Using IPSU to Set the Access Point’s IP Address and SSID 3-10
Assigning an IP Address Using the CLI 3-11
Using a Telnet Session to Access the CLI 3-11
CHAPTER
4 Using the Web-Browser Interface 4-1
Using the Web-Browser Interface for the First Time 4-2
Using the Management Pages in the Web-Browser Interface 4-2
Using Action Buttons 4-3
Character Restrictions in Entry Fields 4-5
Using Online Help 4-5
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5 Using the Command-Line Interface 5-1
IOS Command Modes 5-2
Getting Help 5-3
Abbreviating Commands 5-3
Using no and default Forms of Commands 5-3
Understanding CLI Messages 5-4
Using Command History 5-4
Changing the Command History Buffer Size 5-5
Recalling Commands 5-5
Disabling the Command History Feature 5-5
Using Editing Features 5-6
Enabling and Disabling Editing Features 5-6
Editing Commands through Keystrokes 5-6
Editing Command Lines that Wrap 5-7
Searching and Filtering Output of show and more Commands 5-8
Accessing the CLI 5-9
Opening the CLI with Telnet 5-9
Opening the CLI with Secure Shell 5-9
CHAPTER
6 Mounting Instructions 6-1
Overview 6-2
Mounting on a Horizontal or Vertical Surface 6-3
Mounting on a Suspended Ceiling 6-4
Mounting Above a Suspended Ceiling 6-6
Using the Security Hasp Adapter 6-7
Mounting on a Cubical Wall Partition 6-8
Using the Desktop Holster 6-9
Using the Cable Lock Feature 6-11
CHAPTER
7 2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade 7-1
Upgrade Overview 7-2
Unpacking the Radio 7-2
Removing the Back Cover 7-3
Removing a 2.4-GHz Radio 7-4
Installing a 2.4-GHz Radio 7-5
Replacing the Back Cover 7-8
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Finding the Software Version 7-9
CHAPTER
8 Troubleshooting 8-1
Checking the Top Panel LEDs 8-2
Checking Basic Settings 8-4
SSID 8-4
WEP Keys 8-4
Security Settings 8-4
Resetting to the Default Configuration 8-4
Using the MODE Button 8-5
Using the Web Browser Interface 8-5
Reloading the Access Point Image 8-6
Using the MODE button 8-6
Web Browser Interface 8-7
Browser HTTP Interface 8-7
Browser TFTP Interface 8-7
Obtaining the Access Point Image File 8-8
Obtaining the TFTP Server Software 8-8
APPENDIX
A Translated Safety Warnings A-1
Dipole Antenna Installation Warning A-2
Explosive Device Proximity Warning A-3
Lightning Activity Warning A-4
Installation Warning A-5
Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning A-5
APPENDIX
B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information B-1
Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement B-2
Department of Communications—Canada B-3
Canadian Compliance Statement B-3
European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein B-3
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC B-3
Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure B-5
Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges in Japan B-5
Japanese Translation B-5
English Translation B-5
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Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan B-6
All Access Points B-6
Chinese Translation B-6
English Translation B-6
APPENDIX
C Access Point Specifications C-1
APPENDIX
D Channels and Antenna Settings D-1
Channels D-2
IEEE 802.11b (2.4-GHz Band) D-2
IEEE 802.11g (2.4-GHz Band) D-3
Maximum Power Levels D-4
IEEE 802.11b (2.4-GHz Band) D-4
IEEE 802.11g (2.4-GHz Band) D-4
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LOSSARY
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Preface
Audience
This guide is f or the networ king pr ofessi on al wh o i nsta lls a nd mana ge s th e Cisco A iro ne t 11 00 Seri es
Access Point, h erea fte r re fe rred t o as t he access point. To use this guide, you should have experience
working with the Cisco IOS sof tware and be fam iliar with the co ncepts and terminolog y of wireless local
area networks.
Purpose
This guide provides the information you need to install and initially configure your access point,
including proced ure s f or usin g th e IO S com ma nd s tha t have be en cre ate d or c han ged for us e with t he
access point. It does not provide detailed information about these commands. For detailed information
about these comm ands , r ef er to th e Cisco IOS Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and
Bridges for this release. For information about the standard IOS Release 12.2 commands, refer to the
IOS documentation set available from the C isco .com ho me page at Service and Support > Technical
Documents. On the Cisco Product Documenta tio n hom e page , sel ect Release 12.2 from the Cisco IOS
Software drop-d own men u.
This guide also includes an overview of the access point web-based interface (APWI), which contains
all the functionality of the command-line interface (CLI). This guide does not provide field-level
descriptions of the AP WI w indows no r does i t provide the pr oced ur es for c on figuring t he a cce ss poi nt
from the APWI. For all APWI window descriptions and procedures, refer to the access point online help,
which is available from the Help buttons on the APWI pages.
Organization
This guide is organized into these chapters:
Chapter 1, “Ove rv i ew,” lists the software and hardware features of the access point and describes the
access point’s role in your network.
Chapter 2, “Installing the Access Point,” de scribes how to connec t Etherne t and power cables and
provides an installation summary, safety warnings, and general guidelines.
Chapter 3, “Configuring the Access Point for the First Time,” describes how to configure basic settings
on a new access point.
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Conventions
Chapter 4, “Usi ng the Web-Browser Interface,” describes how to use the web-browser interface to
configure the access point.
Chapter 5, “Usi ng the Com mand- Line Inte rface,” describes how to use the comman d-line inter face
(CLI) to configure the access point.
Chapter 6, “Mo unting In structi ons,” describes how to mo unt t he ac cess po int on a desk top, wall, or
ceiling.
Chapter 7, “2.4 -GHz Radi o Upgrade, ” provide s up grade inst ruct ions for c ha ngin g th e 2. 4 GH z r adio .
Chapter 8, “Troublesho oting,” provides troubleshoo tin g pr oce dures for basi c pr oble ms wit h t he a cces s
point.
Appendix A, “Translated Safety Warnings,” provides translations of the safety warnings that appear in
this publication.
Appendix B, “Declarations of Conf or mity a nd Regula tory I nfo rmat ion , ” provides declarations of
conformity and regulatory information for the access point.
Appendix C, “Access Point Specifications,” lists technical specifications for the access point.
Appendix D, “Channels and A nte nna Se tting s,” lists the ac cess point rad i o cha nnel s a nd th e m axi mum
power levels supported by the world’s regulatory domains.
Conventions
This publication use s the se conventions to co nvey instructions a nd info rmat ion:
Command descriptions use these conventions:
• Commands and keywords are in boldfac e text.
• Arguments for which you supply values are in it alic.
• Square brackets ([ ]) mean optional elements.
• Braces ({ }) group required choices, and vertical bars ( | ) separate the alternative elements.
• Braces and vertical bars within square brackets ([{ | }]) mean a required choice within an optional
element.
Interactive examples use these conventions:
• Terminal sessions and system displays are in screen font.
• Information you ent er is in boldface screen font.
• Nonprinting charac ters, such as passwords or t abs, ar e in angl e brackets (< >) .
Notes, cautions, and timesavers use these conventions and symbols:
Tip Means the following will help you solve a problem. The tips information might not be troubleshooting
or even an action, but cou ld b e use ful i nfo rmat ion.
Note Means reader take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to materials not contained in
this manual.
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Caution Means reader be careful. In this situation, you might do something that could result equipment damage
or loss of data.
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.”)
Waarschuwing
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. (Voor vertalingen van de waarschuwingen die in deze
publicatie verschijnen, kunt u het aanhangsel “Translated Safety Warnings” (Vertalingen van
veiligheidsvoorschriften) raadplegen.)
Varoitus
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).)
Attention
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 courantes 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).
Warnung
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 Titel “Translated Safety Warnings” (Übersetzung der
Warnhinweise).)
Avvertenza
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).
Advarsel
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].)
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These documents provide complete information about the access point:
• Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Access Points
• Release Notes for 1100 Series Access Points
• Cisco IOS Command Ref erence for A cces s Points and Bridges
Click this link to browse to the Cisco Aironet documentation home page:
http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/index.htm
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Aviso
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
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apêndice “Translated Safety Warnings” - “Traduções dos Avisos de Segurança”).
¡Advertencia!
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
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Varning!
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
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and printed sources.
• The Cisco Product Catalog describes the networking products offered by Cisco Systems, as well as
ordering and custome r support ser vices. Access the Cisco Product Catalog at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_catalog_links_launch.html
• Cisco Press publishes a wid e ran ge of n etworki ng pub l icatio ns. Cisco suggest s the se t itle s for new
and experienced users: Internetworking Terms and Acronyms Dictionary, Internetworking
Technology Handbook, Internetworking Troubleshoo tin g G uid e, and th e I nter net workin g Design
Guide. For current Cisco Press titles and other information, go to Cisco Press online at this URL:
http://www.ciscopress.com
• Packet magazine is the Cisco quarterly publication that provides the latest networking trends,
technology breakthrough s, and Cisco products an d solutions t o help ind ustry professi onals ge t the
most from their networking investment. Included are networking depl oyment an d troublesho oting
tips, configuration e xamples, customer case studies, tutorials and train ing, certificatio n information,
and links to numerous in-de pth onli ne resour ces. You can access Packet magazine at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/go/packet
• iQ Magazine is the Cisco bimonthl y publica tion that de livers the latest informat ion about Int ernet
business strategies for executives. You can acce ss iQ M agazin e at th is URL :
http://www.cisco.com/go/iqmagazine
• Internet Protocol Journa l is a quarterly jour nal publ ished by Cisco Systems for engineering
professionals involved in designing, developing, and ope ratin g p ubli c a nd pr ivate internets a nd
intranets. You can access the Internet Protocol Journal at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/about/ac123/ac147/about_cisco_the_internet_protocol_journal.html
• Training—Cisco offers world-class networking trai ning. Curr ent offerings in ne twork training ar e
listed at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/index.html
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Overview
Cisco Aironet 1100 Series Acc ess Point pr ovides a secure, affordable , and easy- to-use w ireless LA N
solution that combines mobility and flexibility with the enter prise-class feat ures required b y networ king
professionals. With a manage ment sy st em ba sed on Cisco I OS sof tware, the 1 100 se ries is a Wi-Fi
certified, wireless LAN transceiver. The 1100 series access point uses a single mini-PCI radio
(IEEE 802.11b-com plia nt or IEEE 80 2.11g-co mplia nt) tha t can be upgr aded to future radio
technologies.
The access point serves as the c onnect ion point be tween wireless and wired networ ks or as the ce nter
point of a stand-alone wire less network. In l arge installation s, wirele ss users within ra dio rang e of an
access point can roam throughout a facility while maintaining seamless, uninterrupted access to the
network.
You can configure and monitor the access point using the command-line interface (CLI), the
browser-based management system, or Simple Network Ma nagement Protocol (SNMP) .
This chapter provides information on the following topics:
• Hardware Features , pa ge 1-2
• Network Configuration Examp les, page 1-5
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Hardware Features
Hardware Features
This section describe s acce ss poin t feat ures. Re fer to Appendix C, “Access P oi n t S p ec ific a tio n s, ” for a
list of access point specifications.
Key hardware features of the 1100 series acce ss point incl ude:
• Single Radio Operatio n, pa ge 1 -2
• Ethernet Port, page 1-2
• LEDs, page 1-3
• Power Sources, page 1-3
• UL 2043 Certification, p ag e 1- 4
• Anti-Theft Featu re s, pa ge 1- 4
Figure 1-1 shows the location of some of the hardware features of the access point.
Figure 1-1 Access Point Layout and Connectors
Single Radio Operation
The access point conta ins a 2.4-G Hz radio (I EEE 802 .11b- complia nt or IEEE 80 2.11g- compli ant) in a
mini-PCI slot and two 2.2-dBi dipo le integrat ed antenn as. You can perform a field upgrade to the
mini-PCI radio an d a nte nnas t o su pport n ew radio te c hnolo gies , s uc h a s the 2. 4-GH z
IEEE 802.11g-c ompliant radio.
Ethernet Port
The auto-sensing Ethernet port accepts an RJ-45 connector, linking the access point to your 10BASE-T
or 100BASE-T Ethernet L AN. T he a cce ss p oint ca n rece ive power through t he E the rne t c abl e fr om a
power injector, switch, or power patch panel. The Ethernet MAC address is printed on the label on the
back of the ac cess poin t.
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LEDs
The three LEDs on the top of the access point re port Eth ernet activity, association status, and radio
activity.
• The Ethernet LE D sig na ls Et hern et tra ffic on the wire d L AN , or Ethe rn et i nfra str uc ture . Thi s L ED
is normally green when an Ethernet cable is connected, and blinks green when a packet is received
or transmitted over the Ethernet infrastructure. The LED is off when the Ethernet cable is not
connected.
• The status LED signals operational status. Steady green indicates that the access point is associated
with at least one wireless client. Bli nking green in dicates that th e access point is o perating normally
but is not associated with any wireless devices.
• The radio LED signals wirel ess traf fic o ver the r adio interf ace. The lig ht is normally o ff, b ut it blink s
green whenever a packet is received or transmitted over the access point radio.
Figure 1-2 shows the three status L EDs.
Figure 1-2 Access Point LEDs
Power Sources
The access point draws up to 4.9W of DC power and can receive power from an external power module
or through inlin e power using the Ethernet cable. Using inline power, you do not need to run a separ at e
power cord to the access point. The access poi nt supports the following power sources:
• Power supply (input 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, output 48 V DC , 0. 2A m i nimu m)
• Inline power from:
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UL 2043 Certification
The access point is encased in a durable plastic enclosure having adequate fire resistance and low
smoke-producing characteristics suitable for operation in a building's environmental air space, such as
above suspended ceilin gs, in acco rda nce w ith Se c tion 3 00- 22( c) o f the N EC, a nd wi th Se ct ions 2-1 28,
12-010(3) and 12 -100 of the Ca nadia n E lec trica l Co de , Part 1, C22.1.
Caution Cisco Aironet 1100 series power i nject ors and the un iversal power supplie s are n ot te sted to U L 204 3
and should not be plac ed i n a build ing ’s air-handling spaces, such as above suspended ceilings.
Anti-Theft Features
There are two methods of securing the acce ss point to help prevent theft:
• Security cable keyhole—You can use the securi ty cable sl ot to secure the access point usi ng a
standard securit y ca ble, su ch a s t hose used on lap top co mpu ter s.
• Security hasp—When you mount the acc ess po i nt o n a wall o r ce ilin g u sin g th e mo unting br ac ket
and the security hasp, you can lock the access point to the bracket with a padlock. Compatible
padlocks are Master Lo ck model s 120T and 121 T or equivalent.
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Network Configuration Examples
This section describes the access point ’s role in three commo n wireless networ k configurati ons. The
access point’s default configuration is as a root unit connected to a wired LAN or as the central unit in
an all-wireless netwo rk. T he rep eat er r ol e r equ ire s a sp ec ific co nfigura tion.
Root Unit on a Wired LAN
An access point connected directly to a wired LAN provides a connection point for wireless users. If
more than one access poi nt is connected to the LAN, users c an roam from one area of a fac ility to another
without losing thei r conn ect ion to t he ne twork. A s users move out o f range o f one a ccess poi nt, they
automatically con nect to the network (assoc iate) th rough anot her acces s point . The roami ng proce ss is
seamless and transparent to th e user. Figu re 1 -3 shows access poin ts acting as ro ot unit s on a wir ed LAN.
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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 overcome an obstacle that blocks radio communication. The repeater forwards traffic between
wireless users and the wired LAN by sending packets to ei ther an other repe ater or to an a ccess poi nt
connected to the wired LAN. The data is sent through the route that provides the best performance for
the client. Figure 1-4 shows an access point acting as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS Software
Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for instructions on setting up an access point as a
repeater.
Note Non-Cisco client devices mi ght have difficulty communi cati ng wit h r epeat er a c cess points.
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Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network
In an all-wireless network, an access point acts as a stand-alone root unit. The access point is not
attached to a wired LAN; it functions as a hub linking all stations together. The access point serves as
the focal point for communications, increasing the communication range of wireless users. Figure 1-5
shows an access point in an all-wireless network.
Figure 1-5 Access Point as Central Unit in All-Wireless Network
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This chapter describes the setup of the access point and includes the following sections:
• Safety Informat ion, p ag e 2-2
• Warnings, page 2-2
• Basic Installation Guidelines, page 2-3
• Unpacking the Access Po int, page 2-3
• Before Beginning the I nsta llat ion, pag e 2-4
• Installation Summary, page 2-4
• Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables, page 2-5
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Safety Information
Safety Information
Follow the guidelines in this section to ensure proper operation and safe use of the access point.
FCC Safety Compliance Statement
The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adop ted a safet y standar d for human exposur e to radio
frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. When used with approved
Cisco Aironet antennas, Ci sco Airo net product s meet th e uncontrol led environmental limits found i n
OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991 . Proper installat ion of this ra dio acc ording to the instruc tions fou nd in
this manual will result in user exposure that is substantially below the FCC recommended limits.
General Safety Guidelines
• Do not touch or move antenna(s) while the unit is transmitting or receiving.
• Do not hold any c ompone nt co nt ain in g a ra di o so t h at the an t enn a i s ver y cl ose to or tou ch ing any
exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
• The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited to the constraints posed by the local
codes, the nati onal c ode s, a nd the safe ty dire cto rs o f suc h environment s.
Warnings
Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in Appendix A, “Translated Sa fet y
Warnings.”
Warning
In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure limits, dipole antennas should be located
at a minimum of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons.
Warning
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.
Warning
Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.
Warning
Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source.
Warning
This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that
a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is used on the
phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).
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Unpacking the Access Point
Unpacking the Access Point
Follow these steps to unpack the access point:
Step 1 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents.
Step 2 Return all pack i ng ma ter ials t o t he sh ippi ng conta ine r and save it.
Step 3 Ensure that all items listed in the “Package Contents” section are included in the shipment. Check each
item for damage. If any item is damage d or missin g, notif y your autho rized Cisc o sales repre sentat ive.
Package Contents
Each access point pack age co ntain s the foll owing items:
• Access point power pack
• Wall or ceiling m oun tin g b racke t
• Security hasp adapter
• Cubical partition mounting bracket assembly
• Horizontal surface mo unting ho ls ter
• Mounting hardware ki t
• Product registration card
Basic Installation Guidelines
Because the access point is a radio device, it is susceptible to common causes of interference that can
reduce throughpu t a nd ra nge . Foll ow these b asic gu ide lin es t o ensu re the b es t pos sibl e perfo rm an ce:
• Install the acces s po int i n an a rea wher e lar g e st eel st ructu res s uch a s sh elving units , boo kcase s, an d
filing cabinets do not block the radio sign als to and from the access point.
• Install the access point away from microwave ovens. Microwave ovens operate on the same
frequency as the access point and can ca use signa l interfe rence .
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Before Beginning the Installation
Before Beginning the Installation
Before you begin the i nsta llati on proc ess, p l ease refe r t o Figure 2-1 to familiarize yourself with the
access point’s layout, feature s, and co nnec tors.
Figure 2-1 Access Point Layout and Connectors
Installation Summary
During the installati on of the ac cess poin t, you need to perform the following oper ations :
• Connect Ethern et an d power cables (ref er to the “Con necting t he Etherne t and Power Cables”
section on page 2-5).
• Configure basic settings (refer to Chapter 3, “Configuring the Access Point for the First Time”).
• Configure security and other access poin t options.
• Use the mounting brackets or docking cradle to locate the access point on a convenient flat
horizontal or vertical surface, such as a desktop, book shelf, file cabinet, cubicle wall, room wall, or
the room ceiling. For additional information, refer to Chapter 6, “Mounting Instructions.”
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Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables
The access point receives power through the Ethernet cable or an external power module. Figure 2-2
shows the power options for the access point.
Figure 2-2 Access Point Power Options
The access point power options are listed below:
• A switch with inlin e power, such as a Ci sco Ca ta lyst 35 00X L, 355 0, 4000, or 6 500 sw it ch
• An inline power patch pa nel, s uch a s a Ci sco Catal yst In line Power Patch Panel
• A power injector
• A power module (Universal power supply)
Note If you use in-line power from a switch or pat ch panel, do no t connect the power module to the ac cess
point. Using two power sources on the access point might cause the switch or patch panel to shut down
the port to which the access point is connected.
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Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables
Connecting to an Ethernet Network with an Inline Power Source
Follow these steps to connect the access point to the Ethernet LAN when you have an inline power
source:
Step 1 Connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector labeled Ethernet on th e access point.
Step 2 Connect the other en d of the Etherne t cable to one of the fol lowing:
• A switch with inlin e power, such as a Ci sco Ca ta lyst 35 00X L, 355 0, 4000, or 6 500 sw it ch.
• An inline power switch panel, such as a Cisco Catalyst Inline Power Patch Panel.
• The end of a Cisco Airo net p ower injec tor l abe led To A P/Bridge. Connect the ot her e nd la bel ed To
Network to the 10/100 Ethernet LAN .
Caution The Cisco Aironet Power Injector for the 1100 and 1200 serie s is designed fo r use with 1100 serie s or
1200 series access points only. Using the power injector with other Eth erne t-re ady devices can dam age
the equipment.
Caution The Cisco Aironet Power Injector for the 1100 and 1200 series is not tested to UL 2043 and sh ould not
be placed in a building's environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings.
Note If you use a power supply or power injector to power the access point , you must use the power suppl y
included with your access point and the Cisco Aironet Power Injector for the 1100 and 1200 series access
points.
Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power
Follow these steps to connect the access point to an Ethernet LAN when you are using a local power
source:
Step 1 Connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 Ethernet connector labeled Ethernet on the access point.
Step 2 Plug the other end of the Et hernet cab le into an un powered Ethernet port on your ne twork.
Step 3 Connect the power module’s output co nne cto r to t he 48- VDC power po rt labe le d 48V DC on the access
point.
Step 4 Plug the other end of the power module into an approved 100- to 240- VAC outlet.
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