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Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide

First Published: February 6, 2017

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Preface vii

Objectives vii

Audience vii

Organization vii

Conventions viii

Objectives

Preface

This section describes the objectives, audience, organization, and conventions of the Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide.

This publication explains the steps for installing the Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Points (called the access point or AP in this document).

Audience

This publication is for the person installing and configuring an 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.

Statement 1030

This equipment must be installed in restricted access locations in Norway, Finland, and Sweden. Only trained and qualified personnel are allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment as instructed in this installation guide.

Organization

This guide contains the following sections:

Chapter Title Description

Chapter 1 Overview Describes the major components and features

of the access point.

Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Provides warnings, safety information, and

mounting information you need to install your access point.

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Conventions

This publication uses the following conventions:

Chapter Title Description

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Provides basic troubleshooting procedures for

the access point.

Appendix A Safety Guidelines and

Warnin gs

Appendix B Declarations of Conformity

and Regulatory Information

Appendix E Access Point Pinouts Describes the connector pinouts for the access

Provides the safety warnings and guidelines that need to be strictly followed during the deployment of the access point.

Describes the regulatory conventions to which the access point conforms and provides guidelines for operating access points in Japan.

point.

Convention Description

boldface font Commands, command options, and keywords are

in boldface.

italic font Arguments for which you supply values are in

italics.

[ ] Elements in square brackets are optional.

screen font

Terminal sessions and information the system displays are in screen font.

boldface screen font

Information you must enter is in boldface screen font.

italic screen font

Arguments for which you supply values are in italic screen font.

^ The symbol ^ represents the key labeled Control.

For example, the key combination ^D in a screen display means hold down the Control key while you press the D key.

< > Nonprinting characters, such as passwords, are in

angle brackets.

Notes use the following conventions:

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

this manual.

Cautions use the following conventions:

Caution Means reader be careful. In this situation, you might do something that could result in equipment

damage or loss of data.

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Warnings use the following conventions:

Warning

Waarschuwing

Varoitus

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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. Use the statement number provided at the end of each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this device.

Statement 1071

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

BELANGRIJKE VEILIGHEIDSINSTRUCTIES

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 de standaard praktijken om ongelukken te voorkomen. Gebruik het nummer van de verklaring onderaan de waarschuwing als u een vertaling van de waarschuwing die bij het apparaat wordt geleverd, wilt raadplegen.

BEWAAR DEZE INSTRUCTIES

TÄRKEITÄ TURVALLISUUSOHJEITA

Tämä varoitusmerkki merkitsee vaaraa. Tilanne voi aiheuttaa ruumiillisia vammoja. Ennen kuin käsittelet laitteistoa, huomioi sähköpiirien käsittelemiseen liittyvät riskit ja tutustu onnettomuuksien yleisiin ehkäisytapoihin. Turvallisuusvaroitusten käännökset löytyvät laitteen mukana toimitettujen käännettyjen turvallisuusvaroitusten joukosta varoitusten lopussa näkyvien lausuntonumeroiden avulla.

SÄILYTÄ NÄMÄ OHJEET

Attention

IMPORTANTES INFORMATIONS DE SÉCURITÉ

Ce symbole d'avertissement indique un danger. Vous vous trouvez dans une situation pouvant entraîner des blessures ou des dommages corporels. Avant de travailler sur un équipement, soyez conscient des dangers liés aux circuits électriques et familiarisez-vous avec les procédures couramment utilisées pour éviter les accidents. Pour prendre connaissance des traductions des avertissements figurant dans les consignes de sécurité traduites qui accompagnent cet appareil, référez-vous au numéro de l'instruction situé à la fin de chaque avertissement.

CONSERVEZ CES INFORMATIONS

Warnung

WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE

Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut. Suchen Sie mit der am Ende jeder Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweisen, die zusammen mit diesem Gerät ausgeliefert wurden.

BEWAHREN SIE DIESE HINWEISE GUT AUF.

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Avvertenza

Advarsel

Aviso

IMPORTANTI ISTRUZIONI SULLA SICUREZZA

Questo simbolo di avvertenza indica un pericolo. La situazione potrebbe causare infortuni alle persone. Prima di intervenire su qualsiasi apparecchiatura, occorre essere al corrente dei pericoli relativi ai circuiti elettrici e conoscere le procedure standard per la prevenzione di incidenti. Utilizzare il numero di istruzione presente alla fine di ciascuna avvertenza per individuare le traduzioni delle avvertenze riportate in questo documento.

CONSERVARE QUESTE ISTRUZIONI

VIKTIGE SIKKERHETSINSTRUKSJONER

Dette advarselssymbolet betyr fare. Du er i en situasjon som kan føre til skade på person. Før du begynner å arbeide med noe av utstyret, må du være oppmerksom på farene forbundet med elektriske kretser, og kjenne til standardprosedyrer for å forhindre ulykker. Bruk nummeret i slutten av hver advarsel for å finne oversettelsen i de oversatte sikkerhetsadvarslene som fulgte med denne enheten.

TA VARE PÅ DISSE INSTRUKSJONENE

INSTRUÇÕES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURANÇA

Este símbolo de aviso significa perigo. Você está em uma situação que poderá ser causadora de lesões corporais. Antes de iniciar a utilização de qualquer equipamento, tenha conhecimento dos perigos envolvidos no manuseio de circuitos elétricos e familiarize-se com as práticas habituais de prevenção de acidentes. Utilize o número da instrução fornecido ao final de cada aviso para localizar sua tradução nos avisos de segurança traduzidos que acompanham este dispositivo.

¡Advertencia!

Varning!

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUÇÕES

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD

Este símbolo de aviso indica peligro. Existe riesgo para su integridad física. Antes de manipular cualquier equipo, considere los riesgos de la corriente eléctrica y familiarícese con los procedimientos estándar de prevención de accidentes. Al final de cada advertencia encontrará el número que le ayudará a encontrar el texto traducido en el apartado de traducciones que acompaña a este dispositivo.

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES

VIKTIGA SÄKERHETSANVISNINGAR

Denna varningssignal 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 vanliga förfaranden för att förebygga olyckor. Använd det nummer som finns i slutet av varje varning för att hitta dess översättning i de översatta säkerhetsvarningar som medföljer denna anordning.

SPARA DESSA ANVISNINGAR

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Aviso

Advarsel

INSTRUÇÕES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURANÇA

Este símbolo de aviso significa perigo. Você se encontra em uma situação em que há risco de lesões corporais. Antes de trabalhar com qualquer equipamento, esteja ciente dos riscos que envolvem os circuitos elétricos e familiarize-se com as práticas padrão de prevenção de acidentes. Use o número da declaração fornecido ao final de cada aviso para localizar sua tradução nos avisos de segurança traduzidos que acompanham o dispositivo.

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUÇÕES

VIGTIGE SIKKERHEDSANVISNINGER

Dette advarselssymbol betyder fare. Du befinder dig i en situation med risiko for legemesbeskadigelse. Før du begynder arbejde på udstyr, skal du være opmærksom på de involverede risici, der er ved elektriske kredsløb, og du skal sætte dig ind i standardprocedurer til undgåelse af ulykker. Brug erklæringsnummeret efter hver advarsel for at finde oversættelsen i de oversatte advarsler, der fulgte med denne enhed.

GEM DISSE ANVISNINGER

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Finding the Product Serial Number

The access point serial number is on the side of the access point (refer to Figure 1).

Figure 1 Location of Serial Number Label on the Left of the AP

The access point serial number label contains the following information:

• Serial number, such as WCN0636279B (11 alphanumeric digits).

• Access point MAC address, for example 68BDABF54600 (12 hexadecimal digits). It is located

under the serial number.

You need your product serial number when requesting support from the Cisco Technical Assistance Center.

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Obtaining Documentation, Support, and Security Guidelines

For information on obtaining documentation and support, providing documentation feedback, security guidelines, and recommended aliases and general Cisco documents, see the monthly What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation, at:

http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/general/whatsnew/whatsnew.html

To view all new wireless documentation, click on Wireless.

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Overview

The Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Point (hereafter called the access point or AP) is a wireless outdoor access point which is designed for use in a variety of network configurations. The access point supports wireless client access, bridging, and mesh wireless connectivity.

Note Mesh and bridge modes are not supported in Cisco Wireless Release 8.3 software.

About the 1560 Access Point

The detailed up-to-date technical specifications for the Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Points are available in the Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Point Data Sheet, at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/aironet-1560-series/datasheet-c78-737416.h tml

CHA P T ER

The 1560 access point supports two radios (2.4-GHz and 5-GHz) and provides client access using the unlicensed RF Wi-Fi spectrum. The radios have 802.11ac Wave 2 capability.

The 5 GHz radios have 802.11ac Wave 2 capability. The 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz radio can be used for client access or can be used for both client access and backhaul traffic. Depending on the model, the access point can support up to 1.3 Gbps data rates.

The access point is a standalone unit that can be wall, pole or tower mounted. The access point can also operate as a relay node for other access points not directly connected to a wired network. Intelligent wireless routing is provided by the patented Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol (AWPP). This enables each access point to identify its neighbors and intelligently choose the optimal path to the wired network by calculating the cost of each path in terms of signal strength and the number of hops required to get to a controller.

The access point can be configured, monitored, and operated through a Cisco wireless LAN controller (hereafter called a controller) as described in the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide. The Cisco Wireless Mesh Access Points, Design and Deployment Guide, describes how to plan and initially configure the Cisco mesh network, which supports wireless point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and mesh deployments.

The controllers use a browser-based management system, a command-line interface (CLI), or the Cisco Prime Infrastructure (PI) network management system to manage the controller and the associated access points. The access point supports hardware-based advanced encryption standard (AES) encryption between wireless nodes to provide end-to-end security.

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Access Point Models

The model numbers (or part numbers) and configuration for the Cisco Aironet 1560 Outdoor Access Points are described in Tab l e 1-1.

For a detailed description of the declarations of conformity and regulatory information for the 1560 access points refer to Appendix B, “Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information.”

Table 1-1 1560 Access Point Model Numbers and Descriptions

Model (or part number) Configuration

AIR-AP1562I-x-K9 The AP 1562I has integrated omni antennas and

AIR-AP1562E-x-K9 The AP 1562E has 4 external antenna ports and

Chapter 1 Overview

contains a 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radio with an option to configure in centralized, Flexconnect, Mobility Express, or mesh mode.

This is a stand alone unit that can be wall, pole or tower mounted. It can also operate as a relay node for other access points that are not directly connected to a wired network.

contains a 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radio with an option to configure in centralized, Flexconnect, or mesh mode.

AIR-AP1562D-x-K9 The AP 1562 has integrated directional antennas

Regulatory Domains

The “-x” in the 1560 model numbers represent the domain. For example, in AIR-AP1562I-x-K9, the -x represents a regulatory domain for a specific country. For specific regulatory domains supported by each 1560 access point model, refer to the Wireless LAN Compliance Status at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/go/aironet/compliance

This is a stand alone unit that can be wall, pole or tower mounted. It can also operate as a relay node for other access points that are not directly connected to a wired network.

and contains a 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz radio with an option to configure in centralized, Flexconnect, or mesh mode.

This is a stand alone unit that can be wall, pole or tower mounted. It can also operate as a relay node for other access points that are not directly connected to a wired network.

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Chapter 1 Overview

Hardware Features

This section describes the hardware features of the 1560 access point models. The following hardware features are described in this section:

• Ports and Connectors, page 1-3

• Internal Antenna Models, page 1-8

• External Antenna Model, page 1-13

• Power Sources, page 1-14

Ports and Connectors

Figure 1-4 and Figure 1-5 show the access point connectors for all models. Figure 1-1 shows the base

connectors for internal antenna model, and Figure 1-2 and Figure 1-3 show the external antenna Type-N connectors.

Hardware Features

Note The illustrations in this document show all available connections for the access point. Unused

connections are capped with a connector plug to ensure the watertight integrity of the access point. Liquid-tight adapters are provided for connector openings, which can be installed before or after deploying the access point.

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Connectors on the Base

Figure 1-1 Access Point Models AP1562I and AP1562D Base Connectors

Chapter 1 Overview

1 SFP port for uplink.

If the port is not being used, then do not remove the covering plug. Otherwise, it may lead to water leaking into the access point.

3 Gigabit Ethernet port for uplink or PoE-In.

If the port is not in use, then the covering plug must be tightened to 12.5 lbf-in torque. Otherwise, it may lead to water leaking into the access point.

2 Status LED

1. Either the SFP port or the Gigabit Ethernet port can be used as the uplink port, However, if the SFP port is in use, then the Ethernet port cannot be used as a local client port.

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Figure 1-2 Access Point Model AP1562E Base Connectors

1 2

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1 Antenna 1 port 4 Status LED 2 Antenna 2 port 5 Gigabit Ethernet/WAN and PoE-In port.

If the port is not in use, then the covering plug must be tightened to 12.5 lbf-in torque. Otherwise, it may lead to water leaking into the access point.

3 SFP port

If the port is not being used, then do not remove the covering plug. Otherwise, it may lead to water leaking into the access point.

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Connectors on the Head

Note The AP1562I and AP1562D models do not have any connectors on the head of the AP.

Figure 1-3 Access Point Model AP1562E Head Connectors

Chapter 1 Overview

1 Antenna port 4 2 Antenna port 3

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Connectors on the Sides

Figure 1-4 Right Side Connectors on all models

Hardware Features

1 Console port.

The console port is under a covering plug. Inspect the seal of the plug and properly tighten it at the time of installation, and also every time the plug is removed and replaced. Tighten the plug to 12.5 lbf-in. If you do not tighten the plug properly, it will not meet IP67 criteria,

2 Reset button.

The reset button is under a covering screw. Properly tighten it at the time of installation, and also every time it is removed and replaced. Tighten the screw to 24 lbf-in. If you do not tighten the screw properly, it will not meet IP67 criteria, and may lead to water leaking into the unit.

and may lead to water leaking into the unit.

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Figure 1-5 Left Side Connectors on All Models

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1 Ground Pad. 2 DC Power-In (covered) (42 V – 57 V).

If the port is not in use, then the covering plug must be tightened to 12.5 lbf-in torque. Otherwise, it may lead to water leaking into the access point.

Internal Antenna Models

AP1562I (Internal Antenna)

The AP1562I model has an internal omnidirectional antenna. The 1562I access point 802.11b/g/n radio is used primarily for local access and its 802.11a/n/ac radio for wireless backhaul in the Mesh.

The 2 GHz b/g/n radio operates in 2.4 GHz ISM band. It supports channels 1-11 in the US, 1-13 in Europe, and 1-13 in Japan. It has 3 transmitters with a maximum total output power of 29 dBm for

802.11b/g/n operation. Output power is configurable for 8 levels in 3 dB steps. It has three receivers that enable maximum-ratio combining (MRC).

The 5 GHz a/n radio operates in the UNII-1 band (5.15-5.25 GHz), UNII-2 band (5.25 - 5.35 GHz), UNII-2 Extended/ETSI band (5.47 - 5.725 GHz), and the upper ISM band (5.725 - 5.850 GHz). It has three transmitters with a maximum total output power of 29 dBm depending on the regulatory domain. Tx power settings will change depending on the regulatory domain. Output power is configurable in 3 dB steps. Its three receivers enable maximum-ratio combining (MRC).

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The 1562I access point is equipped with three integrated dual-band antennas with 7 dBi gain at 2 GHz and 4 dBi gain at 5 GHz.

AP1562D (Internal Directional Antenna)

The 1562D access point 802.11b/g/n radio is used primarily for local access and its 802.11a/n/ac radio for wireless backhaul in the Mesh.

The 2 GHz b/g/n radio operates in 2.4 GHz ISM band. It supports channels 1-11 in the US, 1-13 in Europe, and 1-13 in Japan. It has 2 transmitters with a maximum total output power of 27 dBm for

802.11b/g/n operation. Output power is configurable for 8 levels in 3 dB steps. It has two receivers that enable maximum-ratio combining (MRC).

The 5 GHz a/n radio operates in the UNII-1 band (5.15-5.25 GHz), UNII-2 band (5.25 - 5.35 GHz), UNII-2 Extended/ETSI band (5.47 - 5.725 GHz), and the upper ISM band (5.725 - 5.850 GHz). It has two transmitters with a maximum total output power of 27 dBm depending on the regulatory domain. Tx power settings will change depending on the regulatory domain. Output power is configurable in 3 dB steps. Its two receivers enable maximum-ratio combining (MRC).

The 1562D access point is equipped with two integrated dual-band antennas with 9 dBi gain at 2 GHz and 10 dBi gain at 5 GHz.

Hardware Features

Figure 1-6 Averaged 2.45 GHz azimuth plane radiation pattern

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Figure 1-7 Averaged 2.45 GHz elevation plane radiation pattern

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Figure 1-8 Averaged 5.5 GHz azimuth plane radiation pattern

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Figure 1-9 Averaged 5.5 GHz elevation plane radiation pattern

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3 4

External Antenna Model

Figure 1-10 shows the antenna port locations for model AP1562E. The ports used depend on the optional

antennas ordered. For detailed information on these antennas, refer to Installing External Antennas,

page 2-31.

Figure 1-10 External Antenna Port Locations for Access Point Model AP1562E

Hardware Features

1 Antenna port 1 – Type N connector 3 Antenna port 3– Type N connector (with cap) 2 Antenna port 2- Type N connector 4 Antenna port 4- Type N connector (with cap)

AP1562E (External Antenna)

The 1562E access points is equipped with four N-type RF connectors. The 1562E can be configured via software to support dual band or single band antennas. When configured for dual band antennas, antenna ports 1 and 2 on the base of the unit (Figure 1-2) are used to support multiple input/multiple output (MIMO) operation on both 2.4 and 5 GHz radios. When using the Cisco Aironet AIR-ANT2547V-N or

Note Ensure that the antenna band mode is configured before the access point is installed.

AIR-ANT2547VG-N omnidirectional antennas, the antenna can be connected directly to the access point (Figure 2-17). If the antennas are remotely located, an appropriate low loss RF cable should be used

When configured for single band antennas, antenna port 1 and antenna port 2 support MIMO operation for the 2.4 GHz radio, and antenna ports 3 and 4 (Figure 1-3) support MIMO on the 5 GHz radio. See the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for information on the software configuration.

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Hardware Features

The 2 GHz b/g/n radio operates in 2.4 GHz ISM band. It supports channels 1-11 in the US, 1-13 in Europe, and 1-13 in Japan. It has 2 transmitters with a maximum total output power of 27 dBm for

802.11b/g/n operation. Output power is configurable for 8 levels in 3 dB steps. It has two receivers that enable maximum-ratio combining (MRC).

The 5 GHz a/n radio operates in the UNII-1 band (5.15-5.25 GHz), UNII-2 band (5.25 - 5.35 GHz), UNII-2 Extended/ETSI band (5.47 - 5.725 GHz), and the upper ISM band (5.725 - 5.850 GHz). It has two transmitters with a maximum total output power of 27 dBm depending on the regulatory domain. Tx power settings will change depending on the regulatory domain. Output power is configurable in 3 dB steps. Its two receivers enable maximum-ratio combining (MRC).

Power Sources

The 1560 series access point supports these power sources:

Chapter 1 Overview

• DC power – 42-57 VDC

• Power over Ethernet (PoE) – For more information, see “Powering the Access Point” section on

page 2-44.

Warning

Caution Several forms of PoE are supported. See Table Tabl e 2-9 for the PoE options and their corresponding

Caution When the access point is installed outdoors or in a wet or damp location, the AC branch circuit that is

Power Injectors

Warning

Connect the unit only to DC power source that complies with the safety extra-low voltage (SELV) requirements in IEC 60950 based safety standards.

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modes of operation.

powering the access point should be provided with ground fault protection (GFCI), as required by Article 210 of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

The 1560 series access points support the following power injectors:

• AIR-PWRINJ-60RGD1

• AIR-PWRINJ-60RGD2

To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord.

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Caution When the access point is installed outdoors, or in a wet or damp location, the AC branch circuit that is

powering the access point should be provided with ground fault protection (GFCI), as required by Article 210 of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

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Ethernet (PoE) Ports

The access point supports an Ethernet uplink port (also for PoE-In). The access point Ethernet uplink port uses an RJ-45 connector (with weatherproofing) to link the access point to the 10BASE-T, 100BASE-T or 1000BASE-T network. The Ethernet cable is used to send and receive Ethernet data and to optionally supply inline power from the power injector or a suitably powered switch port.

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

match the cable connections.

Hardware Features

Warning

To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

The Ethernet cable must be a shielded outdoor rated Category 5e (CAT5e) or better cable. The access point senses the Ethernet and power signals and automatically switches internal circuitry to match the cable connections.

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Network Deployment Examples

Note Mesh and bridge modes are not supported in Cisco Wireless Release 8.3 software.

The 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 access point provides 5-GHz backhaul capability to link with another access point to reach a wired network connection or to provide repeater operations for other access points.

The access point plays two primary radio roles: a root access point (hereafter called a RAP) or a mesh (non-root) access point (hereafter called a MAP), which is the default role of all access points. When the access point has a fiber or wired Ethernet connection to the controller (through a switch), the radio role is called a RAP. In order to be considered a RAP, the access point must be configured as a RAP. A RAP is a parent node to any bridging or mesh network. A controller can support one or more RAPs, each one parenting the same or different wireless networks. There can be more than one RAP for the same mesh network for redundancy. RAPs and MAPs can support wireless clients on the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz band. Client access on 5-GHz is called universal client access.

When the access point does not have a wired Ethernet connection to the controller (through a switch), the radio role is called a MAP. The MAPs have a wireless connection (through the backhaul interface) to other MAPs and finally to a RAP which has an Ethernet connection through a switch to the controller. MAPs may also have a wired Ethernet connection to a local LAN and serve as a bridge endpoint for that LAN (using a point-to-point or point-to-multipoint bridge connection).

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Wireless Backhaul

The access point supports wireless backhaul capability using the 5 GHz radio to bridge to another access point to reach a wired network connection to a controller (see Figure 1-11). The access point connected to the wired network is considered a RAP in this configuration. The remote access point is considered a MAP and transfers wireless client traffic to the RAP for transfer to the wired network. Control And Provisioning of Wireless Access Points (CAPWAP) control traffic is also transferred over this bridged link.

Figure 1-11 Access Point Backhaul Example

(5 GHz)

(2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)

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Point-to-Point Bridging

The access points can be used to extend a remote network by using the 5 GHz backhaul radio to bridge the two network segments as shown in Figure 1-12. To support Ethernet bridging, you must enable bridging on the controller for each access point. By default this capability is turned-off for all access points.

Wireless client access is supported; however, if bridging between tall buildings, the 2.4-GHz wireless coverage area may be limited and possibly not suitable for direct wireless client access.

Figure 1-12 Access Point Point-to-Point Bridging Example

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The access points can be used as a RAP to connect multiple remote MAPs with their associated wired networks. By default this capability is turned-off for all access points. To support Ethernet bridging, you must enable bridging on the controller for each access point. Wireless client access can be provided over the bridging link; however, if bridging between tall buildings, the 2.4-GHz wireless coverage area may be limited and possibly not suitable for direct wireless client access. Figure 1-13 illustrates an example of access point-to-multipoint bridging.

Figure 1-13 Access Point to Multipoint Bridging Example

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Point-to-Multipoint Mesh Network

The access point is typically deployed in a mesh network configuration. In a typical mesh deployment, one or more RAPs have a wired network connection through a switch to a controller. Other remote MAPs without wired network connections use the backhaul feature to optimally link to a RAP that is connected to the wired network. In the mesh network, the links between the access points are referred to as the backhaul links.

Intelligent wireless routing is provided by the Adaptive Wireless Path protocol (AWPP). This enables each MAP to identify its neighbors and intelligently choose the optimal path to the RAP with the wired network connection by calculating the cost of each path in terms of signal strength and the number of hops required to get to a controller with signal strength given priority since signal strength determines the data rate available for backhaul.

Figure 1-14 illustrates a typical mesh configuration using MAPs and RAPs.

Figure 1-14 Typical Mesh Configuration Using Access Points

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Layer 3 Network Operation

The access points support Layer 3 network operation. Access points and controllers in Layer 3 configurations use IP addresses and UDP packets, which can be routed through large networks. Layer 3 operation is scalable and recommended by Cisco.

Figure 1-15 illustrates a typical Layer-3 wireless network configuration containing access points and a

controller.

Figure 1-15 Typical Layer 3 Access Point Network Configuration Example

Network Deployment Examples

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Installing the Access Point

This chapter describes how to install the 1560 access point and its accessories. It contains the following sections:

• Unpacking the Access Point, page 2-2

• Mounting the Access Point, page 2-6

• Installing AP Cover AIR-ACC1560-CVR=, page 2-29

• Installing External Antennas, page 2-31

• Installing a Lightning Arrestor, page 2-40

• Grounding the Access Point, page 2-42

• Powering the Access Point, page 2-44

• Connecting Data Cables, page 2-52

• Configuring the Access Point, page 2-59

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Unpacking the Access Point

To unpack the access point, follow these steps:

Step 1 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents. Step 2 Return all packing materials to the shipping container, and save it. Step 3 Ensure that all items listed in “Package Contents” are included in the shipment. If any item is damaged

or missing, notify your authorized Cisco sales representative.

Your shipment may also contain additional equipment as per your order, as listed in Optional Tools and

Hardware From Cisco, page 2-2.

For additional hardware that is required for installation, see Additional Tools and Hardware Required

for Installation, page 2-3.

Package Contents

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Each access point package contains the following items:

• One 1560 series access point

• Two-pin DC power connector

• Ground lug and screws with lock washers

• Plastic cable gland and rubber seal

• Weatherization tape and anti-corrosion sealant

• Cisco product documentation and pointer card

Optional Tools and Hardware From Cisco

Depending on what you ordered, the following optional equipment may be part of your shipment:

• External antennas. See the “Installing External Antennas” section on page 2-31.

• Wall/Pole mount bracket AIR-ACC1530-PMK1=

• Wall/Pole mount bracket for AP and AC/DC power adapter AIR-ACC1560-PMK1=

• Wall/Pole mount bracket with tilt mechanism, spare only AIR-ACC1530-PMK2=

• Street light power tap (AIR-PWR-ST-LT-R3P=), works only with the AC/DC power adapter.

• Power injector AIR-PWRINJ6=

• AP cover / Solar Shield for 1560, AIR-ACC1560-CVR=. Spare only.

• AC/DC power adapter, AIR-PWRADPT-RGD1=. Spare only.

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• AIR-PWRINJ-60-PMK= mounting bracket for AIR-PWRINJ-60RGDx=

• Spare Parts kit containing extra cable glands, power connector, ground lug, etc.

(AIR-ACC1530-KIT1=)

• AIR-PWRINJ-60RGD1=

• AIR-PWRINJ-60RGD2=

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• FIPS kit (AIRLAP-FIPSKIT=)

• Lightning Arrestor kit (AIR-ACC245LA-N=)

Additional Tools and Hardware Required for Installation

You need to independently procure the following tools and materials which maybe required during various stages of installing the AP:

• Ground lug crimping tool (Panduit CT-720 with CD-720-1 die)

• 6-AWG copper ground wire

• 10 mm open end or box wrench

• 13 mm box-end wrench or socket set

• 16 mm box-end wrench or socket set

• Large flat or Phillips screw driver (for port plugs)

• Small flat screwdriver for DC power connector

• Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable of 0.20 to 0.35 inches (0.51 to 0.89 cm)

diameter.

• Ethernet RJ-45 connector and installation tool

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• Shielded outdoor-rated DC power cable with 0.20 to 0.35 inch (.0.51 to 0.89 cm) diameter

• Ground rod, as required by local regulations

Pre-Installation Checks and Installation Guidelines

As the access point is a radio device, it is susceptible to common causes of interference that can reduce throughput and range. Follow these basic guidelines to ensure the best possible performance:

• Thoroughly review the information provided in Safety Guidelines and Warnings, page A-1.

• For information on planning and initially configuring your Cisco Mesh network, refer to the Cisco

Wireless Access Points, Design and Deployment Guide, Release 7.3.

• Review the FCC guidelines for installing and operating outdoor wireless LAN devices at:

http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/routers/3200-series-rugged-integrated-services-r outers-isr/data_sheet_c78-647116.html

• Install the access point in an area where structures, trees, or hills do not obstruct radio signals to and

from the access point.

• We recommend installing the access points no higher than 40 feet to allow support for wireless

clients on the ground. Best throughput is achieved when all the access points are mounted at the same height.

• The console port is under a sealed plug. Inspect the seal of the plug at the time of installation. Every

time the plug is removed or replaced, properly tighten it. Tighten the plug to 15 lbf-in. If you do not tighten the plug properly, it will not meet IP67 criteria, and may lead to water leaking into the unit.

• If the DC power port, SFP port, or the PoE-In port is not in use, then the port’s covering plug must

be tightened to 12.5 lbf-in torque. Otherwise, it may lead to water leaking into the access point.

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Note To calculate path loss and to determine how far apart to install access points, consult an RF planning

expert.

Before you begin the installation process, ensure the following:

• Perform a site survey. See the “Performing Site Surveys” section on page A-5.

• Your network infrastructure devices must be operational and properly configured.

• Your controllers are connected to switch trunk ports.

• Your switch is configured with untagged access ports for connecting your access points.

• A DHCP server with Option 43 configured is reachable by your access points, or manually configure

• Become familiar with the access point installation components. See the “Typical Access Point

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the controller information in the access point. For information on configuring the DHCP Option 43, visit the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/docs/wireless-mobility/wireless-lan-wlan/97066-dhcp-optio n-43-00.html

Installation Components” section on page 2-5.

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Typical Access Point Installation Components

The access point is designed to be installed in an outdoor environment, such as the exterior roof overhang of a tall building or a streetlight pole. Carefully review Figure 2-1 to become familiar with the system components, connectors, indicators, cables, system interconnection, and grounding.

Figure 2-1 Components in a Typical Access Point Installation

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1 Building roof-overhang 6 Ground 2 Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet

(CAT5e or better) cable

3 Water drip loop 8 Power injector 4 6-AWG copper grounding wire 5 Ground rod1 10 Controller (through a switch)

1. Independently sourced by the user.

7 Power cord

9 Shielded Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable

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Mounting the Access Point

This section provides instructions for installing your access points. Personnel installing the access point must have a good understanding of wireless access points, bridging techniques, and grounding methods.

Choosing a Mounting Kit

The 1560 Series Access Point can be wall, pole, or tower mounted. The available mounting kits are provided in the table below.

AP Mounting Kit Purpose

AIR-ACC1530-PMK1= Fixed mounting kit for vertical mounting on wall and pole. See:

• Wall Mounting the Access Point with AIR-ACC1530-PMK1=,

• Pole Mounting the Access Point with AIR-ACC1530-PMK1=,

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AIR-ACC1560-PMK1= Fixed mounting kit, allowing mounting of both AP and power supply, for

vertical mounting on wall and pole. See:

• Wall Mounting the Access Point with AIR-ACC1560-PMK1=,

page 2-10

• Pole Mounting the Access Point with the AIR-ACC1560-PMK1= Kit,

page 2-15

AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= Pivoted mounting kit for both vertical and horizontal mounting, on wall

and pole. See:

• Wall Mounting the AP using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= Pivoting

Mounting Kit, page 2-17

• Pole Mounting the AP using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= Pivoting

Mounting Kit, page 2-22

• Horizontally Mounting the Access Point using

AIR-ACC1530-PMK2=, page 2-26

Note • When mounting an access point vertically, ensure that the access point is oriented with the LED

indicators pointing down.

• You must also ensure the access point is mounted in such a way as to ensure that all antenna ports

and the console port are accessible for future use.

• Omnidirectional antennas need to be mounted vertically.

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• Directional antennas need to be installed with the main beam aimed parallel to or tilted down toward

the horizon.

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Wall Mounting the Access Point with AIR-ACC1530-PMK1=

The AIR-ACC1530-PMK1= mounting kit contains a mounting bracket for wall mounting or pole mounting.

You can use the mounting bracket as a template to mark the positions of the mounting holes for your installation, install the mounting bracket, and then attach the access point to the bracket.

Table 2-1 lists the materials needed for this installation.

Table 2-1 Materials Required to Mount Access Point Using AIR-ACC1530-PMK1=

Materials Required In Kit?

Ground lug and screws (provided with access point)

Wall Mount Bracket Yes

Four M6 x 12-mm Hex-head Bolts Yes

Crimping tool for ground lug, Panduit CT-720 with CD-720-1 die (http://www.panduit.com)

Four wall mounting screws No

Four wall anchors (specified for all material) No

Drill bit for wall anchors No

Electric drill and standard screwdriver No

#6 AWG ground wire No

Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable

Grounding block No

Grounding rod No

10-mm box-end wrench or socket set No

Yes

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Caution The mounting wall, attaching screws, and wall anchors must be able to support a 50-lb (22.7 kg) static

weight.

To mount the access point vertically on a wall, follow these instructions:

Step 1 Use the mounting bracket as a template to mark four screw hole locations on the mounting wall. The

mounting bracket screw hole locations are shown in Figure 2-2. The dimensions of the mounting bracket is shown in Figure 2-3.

Step 2 Use four screws and, if required, wall anchors to attach the mounting plate to the mounting surface.

These screws and anchors are to be sourced independently.

Note You can use an exterior-grade plywood backboard to mount the access point to stucco, cement,

or drywall.

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Note The mounting wall, attaching screws, and wall anchors must be able to support a 50-lb (22.7 kg)

Step 3 Screw an M6 x12 mm bolt into each of the four support bolt holes on the back of the access point. Do

not screw the bolt all the way in, but leave a gap of approximately 0.13 inch (3.3 mm).

Step 4 Position the access point against mounting bracket such that the four support bolts on the back of the AP,

slot into the keyhole slots on the mounting bracket.

Step 5 Slide the access point down to sit securely in keyhole slots on the mounting bracket.

Note The access point should be mounted with the status LED on the base facing downwards.

Step 6 Using a 10mm wrench, tighten the four bolts that connect the access point to the bracket, to a torque of

40 lbf-in.

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static weight.

Step 7 Proceed with installing antennas (only for external antenna models), connecting the data cables,

grounding the access point, powering and configuring the access point.

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Figure 2-2 Mounting Bracket for Wall and Pole Mounting

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1 One of four keyhole slots for mounting the AP. 3 Bracket mount holes for fastening bracket to the wall.

You can use bolts of up to 1/4" or 6 mm in diameter.

2 One of four slots for steel band clamps, used for pole

mounting only.

Figure 2-3 Mounting Bracket Dimensions

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Wall Mounting the Access Point with AIR-ACC1560-PMK1=

The AIR-ACC1560-PMK1= mounting kit contains a mounting bracket, for wall mounting or pole mounting, the access point and the power supply together.

You can use the mounting bracket as a template to mark the positions of the mounting holes for your installation, install the mounting bracket, and then attach the access point to the bracket.

Table 2-1 lists the materials needed for this installation.

Table 2-2 Materials Required to Mount Access Point using AIR-ACC1560-PMK1=

Materials Required In Kit?

Ground lug and screws (provided with access point)

Wall Mount Bracket Yes

Four M6 x 12-mm Hex-head Bolts Yes

Four #8-32 screws to mount the power supply Yes

Crimping tool for ground lug, Panduit CT-720 with CD-720-1 die (http://www.panduit.com)

Four wall mounting screws No

Four wall anchors (specified for all material) No

Drill bit for wall anchors No

Electric drill and standard screwdriver No

#6 AWG ground wire No

Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable

Grounding block No

Grounding rod No

10-mm box-end wrench or socket set No

Yes

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Caution The mounting wall, attaching screws, and wall anchors must be able to support a 50-lb (22.7 kg) static

weight.

To mount the access point vertically on a wall, follow these instructions:

Step 1 Use the mounting bracket as a template to mark six screw hole locations on the mounting wall. The

mounting bracket screw hole locations and the dimensions of the mounting bracket are shown in

Figure 2-4.

Step 2 Use six screws and, if required, wall anchors to attach the mounting plate to the mounting surface. These

screws and anchors are to be sourced independently.

Note You can use an exterior-grade plywood backboard to mount the access point to stucco, cement,

or drywall.

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Note The mounting wall, attaching screws, and wall anchors must be able to support a 50-lb (22.7 kg)

static weight.

Step 3 Screw an M6 x12 mm bolt into each of the four support bolt holes on the back of the access point. Do

not screw the bolt all the way in, but leave a gap of approximately 0.13 inch (3.3 mm).

Step 4 Position the access point against mounting bracket such that the four support bolts on the back of the AP,

slot into the keyhole slots on the mounting bracket.

Step 5 Slide the access point down to sit securely in keyhole slots on the mounting bracket.

Note The access point should be mounted with the status LED on the base facing downwards.

Step 6 Using a 10mm wrench, tighten the four bolts that connect the access point to the bracket, to a torque of

40 lbf-in.

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Step 7 Proceed with installing antennas (only for external antenna models), connecting the data cables,

grounding the access point, powering and configuring the access point..

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Figure 2-4 Mounting Bracket for Wall and Pole Mounting AP with Power Supply

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1 One of four keyhole slots for mounting the AP. 3 Screw holes for fastening the power supply to the bracket. 2 Three of six bracket mount holes for fastening the bracket

to a wall. Support bolts of up to 1/4" (6 mm) in diameter.

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Pole Mounting the Access Point with AIR-ACC1530-PMK1=

The AIR-ACC1530-PMK1= mounting kit contains a mounting bracket that can be used for both wall mounting and pole mounting. This kit can be used to install the access point on a pole, mast or streetlight. It supports metal, wood or fiberglass poles from 2 to 8 inches in diameter.

Ta b l e 2 - 3 Materials Needed to Mount the AP on a Vertical Pole

Materials Needed In Kit?

One wall mount bracket Yes

Four M6 x12mm hex head bolts Yes

Two stainless steel band clamps (adjustable 2"–5", 51–127 mm)

Two stainless steel band clamps (adjustable 5"–8", 127–203 mm)

10 mm box-end wrench No

Outdoor rated shielded Ethernet cable No

Ground lug (provided with the access point) Yes

Ground block and rod No

Crimping tool for ground lug, Panduit CT-720 with CD-720-1 die (http://www.panduit.com)

#6 AWG ground wire No

Yes

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To mount the access point onto a vertical pole, follow these steps:

Step 1 Select a mounting location on the pole to mount the access point. You can attach the access point to a

pole having a diameter of 2 to 8 inches (5.1 to 20.1 cm).

Note If you will be using a streetlight power tap adapter, position the access point within 3 ft (1 m) of

the outdoor light control. An AC/DC adapter needs to be used for street light pole deployments.

Step 2 Hold the bracket up against the pole, and slide the two band straps through the top and bottom sets of

mounting slots on the mounting bracket (see Figure 2-5).

Step 3 Wrap the band straps around the pole, lock them and then lightly tighten the clamps using a wrench. Only

tighten them enough to keep the bracket from sliding down the pole

Step 4 Screw an M6 bolt into each of the four bolt holes on the back side of the access point. Do not screw the

bolt in all the way. Leave a gap of about 0.13" (3.3mm).

Step 5 Position the four bolts on the access point into the bracket keyhole slots. Check to be sure that the access

point is properly seated in the slots (see Figure 2-5).

Note The access point should be mounted with the status LED on the base facing downwards.

Step 6 Using a 10mm wrench, tighten the four bolts that connect the access point to the bracket to a torque of

40 lbf-in.

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Step 7 Locate the access point to its final position. Tighten the band clamps with the wrench so that the access

point does not slide on the pole. Ensure that the clamps are tight enough to not let the AP move.

Step 8 Proceed with installing antennas (only for external antenna models), connecting the data cables,

grounding the access point, powering and configuring the access point.

Figure 2-5 AP Mounted on a Pole

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1 One of four M6 keyhole slots for mounting the AP on the

3 Top and bottom steel band clamps

bracket.

2 Top and bottom sets of band clamp slots for passing the

clamps through.

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Pole Mounting the Access Point with the AIR-ACC1560-PMK1= Kit

The AIR-ACC1560-PMK1= fixed mounting kit contains a mounting bracket, for both wall-mounting and pole-mounting, the access point along with the power supply kit. This mounting kit supports metal, wood or fiberglass poles from 2 to 8 inches in diameter.

Ta b l e 2 - 4 Materials Needed to Mount the AP

Materials Needed In Kit?

One wall mount bracket Yes

Four M6 x12mm hex head bolts Yes

Four #8-32 screws to mount the power supply Yes

Three stainless steel band clamps (adjustable 2"–5", 51–127 mm)

Three stainless steel band clamps (adjustable 5"–8", 127–203 mm)

10 mm box-end wrench No

Outdoor rated shielded ethernet cable No

Ground lug (provided with the access point) Yes

Ground block and rod No

Crimping tool for ground lug, Panduit CT-720 with CD-720-1 die (http://www.panduit.com)

#6 AWG ground wire No

Yes

To mount the access point onto a vertical pole or streetlight pole, follow these steps:

Step 1 Select a mounting location on the pole to mount the access point. You can attach the access point to a

pole having a diameter of 2 to 8 inches (5.1 to 20.1 cm).

Note If you will be using a streetlight power tap adapter, position the access point within 3 ft (1 m) of

the outdoor light control. An AC/DC adapter needs to be used for street light pole deployments.

Step 2 Hold the bracket up against the pole, and slide the three band straps through the top, middle, and bottom

sets of mounting slots on the mounting bracket (see Figure 2-6).

Step 3 Wrap the band straps around the pole, lock them and then lightly tighten the clamps using a wrench. Only

tighten them enough to keep the bracket from sliding down the pole

Step 4 Screw an M6 bolt into each of the four bolt holes on the back side of the access point. Do not screw the

bolt in all the way. Leave a gap of about 0.13" (3.3mm).

Step 5 Position the four bolts on the access point into the bracket keyhole slots. Check to be sure that the access

point is properly seated in the slots (see Figure 2-6).

Note The access point should be mounted with the status LED on the base facing downwards.

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Step 6 Using a 10mm wrench, tighten the four bolts that connect the access point to the bracket to a torque of

40 lbf-in.

Step 7 Mount the power supply to the bracket with four #8-32 screws. Step 8 Locate the access point to its final position. Tighten the band clamps with the wrench. Ensure that the

clamps are tight enough to not let the AP move.

Step 9 Continue with the Grounding the Access Point, page 2-42.

Figure 2-6 AP and Power Supply Mounted on a Pole

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1 Power supply. 4 Band clamp slots for passing the clamps through. 2 Screw holes for four #8-32 screws. 5 Steel band clamps. 3 One of four M6 keyhole slots for mounting the AP on the

bracket.

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Wall Mounting the AP using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= Pivoting Mounting Kit

The optional pivoting mounting kit AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= contains a pivoting mounting bracket for both wall and pole mounting. This kit allows for adjusting the position of the AP by pivoting the AP along its vertical plane.

Table 2-5 Materials for Mounting on Wall with Pivoting Mounting Kit

Materials Required for mounting AP vertically on a wall

In Kit

with pivoting mounting kit

Ground lug and screws (provided with access point) Yes

Pivoting mount kit and hardware Yes

(8) M6 x 12-mm Hex-head Bolts Yes

Adapter bracket for option horizontal mount Yes

Two stainless steel band clamps (adjustable 2"-5", 51 mm -

Yes

127 mm)

Two stainless steel band clamps (adjustable 5"-8", 127 mm -

Yes

203 mm)

Crimping tool for ground lug, Panduit CT-720 with CD-720-1

die (http://www.panduit.com)

Four wall mounting screws (6mm max) No

Four wall anchors (specified for all material) No

Drill bit for wall anchors No

Electric drill and standard screwdriver No

#6 AWG ground wire No

Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable No

Grounding block No

Grounding rod No

13-mm box-end wrench or socket set No

10-mm box-end wrench No

Caution The mounting surface, attaching screws and optional wall anchors must be able to support a 50-lb (22.7

kg) static weight.

To mount the access point vertically on a wall, follow these instructions:

Step 1 Disassemble the pivot kit, if not already disassembled. See Figure 2-7. Step 2 Use the wall-plate end of the mounting bracket as a template to mark four screw hole locations on the

mounting surface. See Figure 2-7 for the mounting bracket screw hole locations (screw holes of maximum 6 mm in size).

See Figure 2-8 for the dimensions of the pivoting mounting bracket.

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Step 3 Use four screws and, if required, wall anchors to attach the wall-plate end of the mounting bracket to the

mounting surface. These screws and anchors are to be sourced independently.

Note You can use an exterior-grade plywood backboard to mount the access point to stucco, cement,

Note The mounting wall, attaching screws, and wall anchors must be able to support a 50-lb (22.7 kg)

Step 4 Align the AP-plate end of the bracket with the screw holes in the back of the access point. Step 5 Fasten the bracket plate to the AP by using four M8 x12 mm bolts and a 10 mm box or socket wrench.

Torque the bolts to 40 lbf-in.

Step 6 Using the 90.0 mm M8 long screw and the hardware supplied with the pivoting bracket, bolt the AP and

bracket plate, to the wall plate mounted on the wall. See Figure 2-7 for this assembly. Do not fully tighten the assembly.

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or drywall.

static weight.

Note The access point should be mounted with the status LED on the base facing downwards.

Step 7 Pivot the AP as required, and then fully tighten the 90.0 mm M8 long screw using a 13 mm wrench. Step 8 Proceed with installing antennas (only for external antenna models), connecting the data cables,

grounding the access point, powering and configuring the access point..

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3.94

1.10

2.20

2x M8 THRU

4X 6.5MM THRU

17.10 .67

SLOT LENGTH

[4.0]

.16

SLOT WIDTH

Figure 2-7 Pivoting Mounting Bracket

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1 One of four bolt holes for fastening to the

back of the AP.

This is the AP-plate end of the bracket, and is

3 Screw holes for wall mounting.

These screw holes can also be used as slots for steel band clamps in pole-mount installations.

fastened to the back of the AP.

2 Wall-plate end of the bracket. This plate is

fastened to the wall.

Figure 2-8 Pivoting Mounting Bracket Dimensions

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Figure 2-9 Exploded View of the Pivoting Mounting Kit

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1 90.0 mm M8 screw 4 M8 nut 2 M8 washer 5 80.0 mm M8 screw with washer and spring washer, for

fastening the pole-mount screw clamp to the pivoting bracket base plate.

3 M8 spring washer

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Figure 2-10 Visualization of AP Fastened to the Pivoting Mounting Kit

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Pole Mounting the AP using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= Pivoting Mounting Kit

The optional pivoting mounting kit AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= contains a pivoting mounting bracket for both wall and pole mounting. This kit can be used to install the access point on a pole, mast, or streetlight. It supports metal, wood or fiberglass poles from 2 to 8 inches in diameter.

The AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= pivoting mounting kit allows for adjusting the position of the AP by pivoting the AP along its vertical plane.

Table 2-6 Materials for Mounting the AP on a Pole using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2=

Materials Required In Kit?

Ground lug and screws (provided with access point)

Pivoting mount kit and hardware Yes

(8) M6 x 12-mm Hex-head Bolts Yes

Adapter bracket for option horizontal mount Yes

Two stainless steel band clamps (adjustable 2"-5", 51 mm - 127 mm)

Two stainless steel band clamps (adjustable 5"-8", 127 mm - 203 mm)

Crimping tool for ground lug, Panduit CT0720 with CD-720-1 die (http://www.panduit.com)

Four wall mounting screws (6mm max) No

Four wall anchors (specified for all material) No

Drill bit for wall anchors No

Electric drill and standard screwdriver No

#6 AWG ground wire No

Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable

Grounding block No

Grounding rod No

13-mm box-end wrench or socket set No

10-mm box-end wrench No

Yes

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To mount the access point on a pole, follow these steps:

Step 1 Select a mounting location on the pole to mount the access point. You can attach the access point to any

pole with a diameter from 2 to 8 inches (5.1 to 40.6 cm).

Note If you will be using a streetlight power tap adapter, position the access point within 3 ft (1 m) of the

outdoor light control.

Step 2 Disassemble the pivot kit, if not already disassembled. See Figure 2-7.

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Step 3 Fasten the pivot bracket base plate to the pole using either one set of the adjustable band clamps or the

screw clamp (the screw clamp can be used only on poles that are not more than 3 inches in diameter).

Step 4 Position the pole clamp bracket on the pole as needed before tightening the steel bands clamps or the

screw clamp. Tighten only enough to hold the bracket base plate in place, so as to prevent it from sliding along the pole. Fully tighten only after the access point is mounted and positioned.

Step 5 Align the AP-plate end of the bracket with the screw holes in the back of the access point. Step 6 Fasten the bracket plate to the AP by using four M8 x12 mm bolts and a 10 mm box or socket wrench.

Torque the bolts to 40 lbf-in.

Step 7 Using the 90.0 mm M8 long screw and the hardware supplied with the pivoting bracket, bolt the AP and

bracket plate, to the base plate mounted on the pole. See Figure 2-12 for this assembly. Do not fully tighten the assembly.

Note The access point should be mounted with the status LED on the base facing downwards.

Step 8 Pivot and position the AP as required, and then fully tighten the 90.0 mm M8 long screw using a 13 mm

wrench, and then tighten the clamps on the pole.

Step 9 Proceed with installing antennas (only for external antenna models), connecting the data cables,

grounding the access point, powering and configuring the access point.

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Figure 2-11 Pivoting Mounting Kit with Pole Mount Clamp

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1 One of four mounting holes for the access point. This is

the AP-plate end of the bracket, and is fastened to the back of the AP.

2 One of four slots for band clamps.

This is the pivot bracket base plate, and is fastened to the pole.

Pole mount installation using band clamps are shown in

Figure 2-12.

3 Pole mount screw clamp. It can fit poles having a

diameter of up to 3 in. (76mm).

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Figure 2-12 AP Wall Mounted Using the Pivoting Mounting Bracket

Mounting the Access Point

1 One of four mounting holes for mounting the access point

3 Steel band clamps.

to the bracket.

2 Slots for band clamps. 4 Pole.

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Horizontally Mounting the Access Point using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2=

The AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= pivoting pole mount kit contains a horizontal mount plate that allows the AP to be mounted horizontally, as shown in Figure 2-14. The horizontal mounting provides better omni antenna coverage.

Table 2-7 Materials Needed for Horizontally Mounting the AP using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2=

Materials Required In Kit?

Ground lug and screws (provided with access point)

Pivoting mount kit and hardware Yes

8 M6 x 12-mm Hex-head Bolts Yes

Adapter bracket for option horizontal mount Yes

Two stainless steel band clamps (adjustable 2"-5", 51 mm - 127 mm)

Two stainless steel band clamps (adjustable 5"-8", 127 mm - 203 mm)

Crimping tool for ground lug, Panduit CT0720 with CD-720-1 die (http://www.panduit.com)

Four wall mounting screws (6mm max) No

Four wall anchors (specified for all material) No

Drill bit for wall anchors No

Electric drill and standard screwdriver No

#6 AWG ground wire No

Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable

Grounding block No

Grounding rod No

13-mm box-end wrench or socket set No

10-mm box-end wrench No

Yes

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To mount the AP horizontally using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2=, follow these steps:

Step 1 Mount the pivot bracket to a wall or a pole as shown in the previous procedures. However, stop before

mounting the pivot bracket plate directly to the access point.

Step 2 Using four M6 x 12 mm bolts, fasten the horizontal adapter plate to the pivot bracket plate. Step 3 Using the remaining four M6 x 12 mm bolts, mount the other side of the horizontal mounting plate to

the AP. See Figure 2-13 for the exploded view.

Step 4 Using a 10 mm wrench or socket, tighten all M6 bolts to 40 lbf-in (4.5 Nm). Step 5 Position and orient the access point as needed and tighten the mount kit bolts using a 13 mm wrench or

socket. See Figure 2-14.

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Figure 2-13 Exploded View of the Pivot Bracket Parts with Horizontal Mount Plate

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1 Pivoting bracket. Can be mounted on a pole or a wall. 3 Two out of four screw holes for mounting the horizontal

mounting plate to the pivoting bracket.

2 Horizontal mounting plate. 4 Two out of four screw holes for mounting the access point

to the horizontal mounting plate.

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Figure 2-14 Access Point Horizontally Mounted using the Optional Horizontal Mount Plate

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Installing AP Cover AIR-ACC1560-CVR=

You can install a cover AIR-ACC1560-CVR=, which also acts as a a solar shield. The cover can be installed prior to or after all connections are made. However, if remote cabled antennas are to be installed, the shield must be installed before the antenna cables are attached to the AP.

Step 1 This step applies only to AP1562D models.

The cover AIR-ACC1560-CVR= is factory fitted with an adapter for installing on AP models AP1562I and AP1562E. You need to remove this adapter before installing the cover on AP1562D AP models. For this:

a. Slide a large flat blade screw driver into the opening shown in Figure 2-15. b. Pry up the adapter while pushing the screw driver further into it, until the adapter pop out.

c. Discard the adapter. Step 2 Position and slide the cover over the AP as shown in Figure 2-16. Step 3 Align the two holes on each side of the cover with the screw holes on corresponding side of the AP. Step 4 Insert and install #8-32 screws through the screw holes in the cover and into the AP. Tighten the screws

to 10 lb-in.

Installing AP Cover AIR-ACC1560-CVR=

Figure 2-15 Only for AP1562D - Removing the Adapter from the Cover

1 Slide a large flat blade screw driver into this opening and the pry the adapter out.

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Note When operating in the 5GHz UNII-1 band, all Omni Directional antennas should be installed vertically,

and all directional antennas should be installed with the main beam aimed parallel to or tilted down toward the horizon.

Table 2- 8 shows the external antennas supported by the 1562E access point and provides required

quantities for each model.

Table 2-8 1562E Access Point Supported External Antennas

Frequency

Product ID

AIR-ANT2547VG-N 2.4 / 5 GHz 4 / 7 dBi Omnidirectional (gray)

AIR-ANT2547V-N 2.4 / 5 GHz 4 / 7 dBi Omnidirectional (white)

AIR-ANT2568VG-N 2.4 / 5 GHz 6 / 8 dBi Omnidirectional (gray)

AIR-ANT2588P3M-N= 2.4 / 5 GHz 8 / 8 dBi Directional

AIR-ANT2450V-N 2.4 GHz 5 dBi Omnidirectional

AIR-ANT2480V-N 2.4 GHz 8 dBi Omnidirectional

AIR-ANT2413P2M-N= 2.4 GHz 13 dBi Directional

AIR-ANT5180V-N 5 GHz 8 dBi Omnidirectional

AIR-ANT5114P2M-N= 5 GHz 14 dBi Directional

Band Gain Type

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For installation instructions and detailed information on any of these antennas, refer to the antenna guide at:

http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/wireless/aironet-antennas-accessories/products-installation-guid es-list.html

Follow all safety precautions when installing the antennas. For information on safety, refer to “Safety

Precautions when Installing Antennas” section on page A-4.

Non-Cisco Antennas

Cisco does not support any third-party antennas. RF connectivity and compliance of third party antennas is the user’s responsibility. Cisco does not recommend any third-party antennas, and Cisco Technical Assistance Center will not be able to provide any support for third-party antennas. Cisco’s FCC Part 15 compliance is only guaranteed with Cisco antennas or antennas that are of the same design and gain as Cisco antennas.

Cisco Flexible Antenna Port

The Cisco Flexible Antenna Port feature on the 1562 series access points allows support for either dual-band or single-band antennas on the same AP. This is configurable using a CLI command from the wireless LAN controller.

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To have dual-band ports, use the two antenna ports on the base (ports 1 and 2) to connect to dual-band omni or directional antennas.

To have single-band ports, use two separate 2.4 GHz and two 5 GHz antenna ports.

External Antenna Mounting Configurations

The selection of the antenna is determined in the configuration of the product. The 1562E antennas can be mounted on a wall, pole and/or tower mounted. Always refer to the Ordering Guide for the updated list of supported antennas.

The 1562E access point supports a variety of antennas designed for outdoor use with radios operating in the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz frequency bands. The 1562E supports the external antennas listed in the following sections.

Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT2547V-N, AIR-ANT2547VG-N)

The Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antenna, referred to as a “stick” antenna, is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Points with radios operating in the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz frequency bands (Figure 2-17). Basic operating features of the antenna are:

• Omnidirectional collinear array

• Operates in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands

• Gain:

–

2400–2483 MHz — 4-dBi

–

5250–5875 MHz — 7-dBi

The antenna is designed to create an omnidirectional broadcast pattern. To achieve this pattern, mount the access point clear of any obstructions to the sides of the radiating element.

For detailed information on this antenna, refer to the Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT2547V-N, AIR-ANT2547VG-N) document. Follow all safety precautions when installing the antennas. For information on safety, refer to “Safety Precautions when Installing Antennas” section on

page A-4.

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Figure 2-17 Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antenna - Installed Only on Model AIR-AP1562E-x-K9

1 Antenna connected to antenna port 1(Type-N connector)

(TX/RX)

2 Antenna connected to antenna port 2(Type-N connector)

(TX/RX)

Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz/5-GHz 8-dBi Directional Antenna (AIR-ANT2588P3M-N)

The Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz/5-GHz 8-dBi Directional Antenna is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Points with radios operating in both the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz frequency bands. This antenna has 8-dBi gain in both bands.

For detailed information on this antenna, refer to the Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz/5-GHz 8-dBi Directional Antenna (AIR-ANT2588P3M-N) document. Follow all safety precautions when installing the antennas, for information on safety, refer to “Safety Precautions when Installing Antennas” section on page A-4.

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Figure 2-18 Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz/5-GHz 8-dBi Directional Antenna - Installed Only on Model AIR-AP1562E-x-K9

Note When installing the AIR-ANT2588P3M-N with the Cisco Aironet 1560 Series AP, connect the

outermost antenna ports (marked ‘1’ in Figure 2-19) to the AP’s dual band antenna ports.

Figure 2-19 Antenna Ports For Connection to AP’s Dual Band Ports

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Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 14-dBi 2-Port Directional Antenna (AIR-ANT5114P2M-N)

The Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 14-dBi 2-Port Directional Antenna is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Points with radios operating in the 5-GHz frequency band. This antenna has 14-dBi in the 5-GHz band.

For more information, see the Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 14-dBi Directional Antenna document, at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/antenna/installation/guide/ant5114p2m-n.html.

For detailed information on this antenna, see the Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 14-dBi Directional Antenna (AIR-ANT5114P2M-N) document. Follow all safety precautions when installing the antennas, for information on safety, refer to “Safety Precautions when Installing Antennas” section on page A-4.

Figure 2-20 Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 14-dBi Directional Antenna - Installed Only on Models AIR-AP1562E-x-K9

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Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz 13-dBi 2-Port Directional Antenna (AIR-ANT2413P2M-N)

The Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz 13-dBi 2-Port Directional Antenna is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Points with radios operating in the 2.4-GHz frequency band. This antenna has 13-dBi gain in the 2.4-GHz frequency band.

For detailed information on this antenna, refer to the Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz 13-dBi Directional Antenna (AIR-ANT2413P2M-N) document. Follow all safety precautions when installing the antennas, for information on safety, refer to “Safety Precautions when Installing Antennas” section on page A-4.

Figure 2-21 Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz 13-dBi Directional Antenna - Installed Only on Models AIR-AP1562E-x-K9

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Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz 5-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT2450V-N)

The Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz 5-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Points with radios operating in the 2.4-GHz frequency band. This antenna has a 5-dBi gain in the 2.4-GHz band.

For detailed information on this antenna, refer to the document Cisco Aironet 5-dBI Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT2450V-N). Follow all safety precautions when installing the antennas. For information on safety, refer to “Safety Precautions when Installing Antennas” section on page A-4.

Figure 2-22 Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz 5-dBi Omni Antenna - Installed Only on Model AIR-AP1562E-x-K9

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Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz 8-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT2480V-N)

The Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz 8-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Points with radios operating in the 2.4-GHz frequency band. This antenna has 8-dBi gain in the 2.4-GHz frequency band.

For detailed information on this antenna, refer to the document Cisco Aironet 8-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT2480V-N). Follow all safety precautions when installing the antennas, for information on safety, refer to “Safety Precautions when Installing Antennas” section on page A-4.

Figure 2-23 Cisco Aironet 2.4-GHz 8-dBi Omni Antenna - Installed Only on Model AIR-AP1562E-x-K9i

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Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 8-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT5180V-N)

The Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 8-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Points with radios operating in the 5-GHz frequency band. This antenna has 8-dBi gain in the 5-GHz frequency band.

For detailed information on this antenna, refer to the document Cisco Aironet 8-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT5180V-N). Follow all safety precautions when installing the antennas, for information on safety, refer to “Safety Precautions when Installing Antennas” section on page A-4.

Figure 2-24 Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 8-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna - Installed Only on Model AIR-AP1562E-x-K9

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Using a Mounting Bracket for External Directional Antennas

You can use the AIR-ACCAMK-2= bracket for mounting a directional antenna directly on the access point. See Figure 2-25.

Figure 2-25 Directional Antenna Mounting Bracket AIR-ACCAMK-2= Views

1 Slots to be used for managing the antenna cables with

cable ties.

2 Mounting holes for the directional antenna. 4 Two of four #8-32 screws and the mounting points used

3 Note the direction of the arrow. Ensure that the bracket

and AP are mounted with the arrow pointing upwards.

to mount the bracket to the AP.

Installing a Lightning Arrestor

Overvoltage transients can be created through lightning static discharges, switch processes, direct contact with power lines, or through earth currents. The Cisco Aironet AIR-ACC245LA-N Lightning Arrestor limits the amplitude and duration of disturbing interference voltages and improves the over

Installation Considerations

voltage resistance of in-line equipment, systems, and components. A lightning arrestor installed according to these mounting instructions balances the voltage potential, thus preventing inductive interference to parallel signal lines within the protected system.

Cisco recommends that you bulkhead mount the lightning arrestor so it can be installed as a wall-feed through on the wall of the protected space.

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The importance of obtaining a good ground and bonding connection cannot be overstressed. Consider these points when grounding the lightning arrestor:

• Connect the lightning arrestor components directly to the grounding point.

• The contact points of the ground connection must be clean and free of dust and moisture.

• Tighten threaded contacts to the torque specified by the manufacturer.

Installation Notes

This lightning arrestor is designed to be installed between the antenna cable that is attached to an outdoor antenna and the Cisco Aironet wireless device. You can install the lightning arrestor either indoors or outdoors. It can be connected directly to a wireless device having an external N connector. It can also be mounted inline or as a feed-through. Feed-through installations require 5/8 in. (16 mm) hole to accommodate the lightning arrestor.

Note This lightning arrestor is part of a lightning arrestor kit. The kit contains a lightning arrestor and a

grounding lug.

Installing a Lightning Arrestor

Note When you install the lightning arrestor, follow the regulations or best practices applicable to lightning

protection installation in your local area.

Installing the Lightning Arrestor Outdoors

If you install the lightning arrestor outdoors, use the supplied ground lug and a heavy wire (#6 solid copper) to connect it to a good earth ground, such as a ground rod. The connection should be as short as possible.

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Figure 2-26 Lightning Arrestor Details

1 Nut 4 Unprotected side (to antenna) 2 Lockwasher 5 Protected side (to wireless device) 3 Ground lug

Cable for the Lightning Arrestor

Coaxial cable loses efficiency as the frequency increases, resulting in signal loss. The cable should be kept as short as possible because cable length also determines the amount of signal loss (the longer the run, the greater the loss).

Cisco recommends a high-quality, low-loss cable for use with the lightning arrestor.

Grounding the Access Point

The access point must be grounded before connecting power.

In all outdoor installations you must follow these instructions to properly ground the case:

Step 1 If using insulated 6-AWG copper ground wire, strip the insulation as required for the grounding lug. Step 2 Use the appropriate crimping tool to crimp the bare 6-AWG copper ground wire to the supplied

grounding lug.

Note The grounding lug and hardware used must comply with local and national electrical codes.

Step 3 Open the anti-corrosion sealant (supplied), and apply a liberal amount over the metal surface, called the

Step 4 Connect the grounding lug to the access point grounding screw holes (see Figure 2-27) using the

Ground Pad, where the ground strap screw holes are located (see Figure 2-27).

supplied two Phillips head screws (M4 x10 mm) with lock washers. Tighten the grounding screw to 22 to 24 lb-in (2.49 to 2.71 Nm).

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Step 5 If necessary, strip the other end of the ground wire and connect it to a reliable earth ground, such as a

grounding rod or an appropriate grounding point on a metal streetlight pole that is grounded.

Figure 2-27 Position of the Ground Pad on the Right Side of the AP

Grounding the Access Point

1 Ground pad, where the ground strap screw holes are located.

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Powering the Access Point

The 1560 access point supports these power sources:

• DC power – 42- 57 VDC

• Power-over-Ethernet (PoE)

The 1560 access point can be powered via the PoE input from an in-line power injector or a suitably powered switch port. Depending on the configuration and regulatory domain, the required power for full operation is UPoE.

For the 1562I, UPoE powered switch port or a power injector is required for full operation of the 3x3 MIMO on the 2.4 GHz radio in the regulatory domains that allow for high 2.4 GHz transmit power (Regulatory domains -A, -D, -F, -K, -N, -Q, -T, -Z). If the 1562I is powered by a PoE+ (802.3at power) switch port then the access point will automatically disable one of the 2.4 GHz transmitters and the radio will operate in 2x2 MIMO mode.

Table 2-9 AP 1560 Power Matrix

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Regulatory

Model Configuration

1562I 3x3:3 (2.4 GHz) A, B, D, I,

3x3:3 (5 GHz)

3x3:3 (2.4 GHz) C, E, F, G,

3x3:3 (5 GHz)

2x2:2 (2.4 GHz) A, B, C, D,

2x2:2 (5 GHz)

1562D 2x2:2 (2.4 GHz) A, B, C, D,

2x2:2 (5 GHz)

1562E 2x2:2 (2.4 GHz)

2x2:2 (5 GHz)

1. The AIR-PWRINJ6 power injector can only be used in an indoor environment. Therefore the cable from the injector must travel from the protected location to the outside mounted access point.

Domain

K, N, Q, T, Z

H, L, M, R, S

E, F, G, H, I,

K, L, M, N, Q, R, S, T, Z

E, F, G, H, I, K, L, M, N, Q, R, S, T, Z

Switch Power

UPOE Yes No Yes

UPOE (Future Support)

802.3at

PoE+

802.3at

PoE+

AIR-PWRINJ-60RGD1 AIR-PWRINJ-60RGD2 AIR-PWRINJ6

Yes

Yes Yes Yes

AD/DC Power Adapter AIR-PWRADPT-RGD1

Connecting a Power Injector

The 1560 Series access point supports the following power injectors:

• AIR-PWRINJ-60RGD1

• AIR-PWRINJ-60RGD2

The power injector provides 56 VDC to the access point over the Ethernet cable and supports a total end-to-end Ethernet cable length of 100 m (328 ft) from the switch to the access point.

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When your access point is powered by an optional power injector, follow these steps to complete the installation:

Step 1 Before applying PoE to the access point, ensure that the access point is grounded (see the “Grounding

the Access Point” section on page 2-42).

Step 2 See the “Typical Access Point Installation Components” section on page 2-5, to identify the components

needed for the installation.

Step 3 Connect a CAT5e or better Ethernet cable from your wired LAN network to the power injector.

Powering the Access Point

Warning

To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

Note The installer is responsible for ensuring that powering the access point from this type of power

injector is allowed by local and/or national safety and telecommunications equipment standards.

Tip To forward bridge traffic, add a switch between the power injector and controller. Refer to the

Cisco Wireless Mesh Access Points, Design and Deployment Guide, Release 7.0 for more information.

Step 4 Ensure that the antennas are connected and that a ground is attached to the access point before you apply

power to the access point.

Step 5 Connect a shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable between the power injector and the

PoE-in connector of the access point.

Step 6 Connect the Ethernet cable to the access point PoE-In port. See “Connecting an Ethernet Cable to the

Access Point” section on page 2-53.

Connecting a DC Power Cable to the Access Point

Statement 1023

When powering the access point with DC power, you must ensure that DC power can be conveniently removed from the unit. The power should not be removed by disconnecting the DC power connector on the unit.

Warning

Connect the unit only to DC power source that complies with the safety extra-low voltage (SELV) requirements in IEC 60950 based safety standards.

Statement 1033

To connect a DC power cable, you need to supply these tools and material:

• Shielded outdoor-rated DC power cable (minimum 18 AWG) with outside cable diameter of 0.20 to

0.35 inch (0.51 to 0.89 cm).

• Adjustable or open-end wrench

• Small flat screw driver

• Two-pin DC power connector (Cisco supplied)

To connect the DC power cable to the access point, follow these steps:

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Step 1 Before connecting DC power to the access point, ensure that the ground is connected to the access point.

See the “Grounding the Access Point” section on page 2-42.

Step 2 Turn off all power sources to the access point, including the DC power source.

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Warning

Caution When installing DC power to the access point, always connect the access point end of the cable FIRST.

This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit.

Statement 1028

When removing the DC power connector, always disconnect the access point end of the cable LAST.

Step 3 Use a large Phillips or Flat Blade screw driver to remove the covering plug of the DC Power-In port. Do

not discard plug and rubber seal unless you are certain that the port will not have to be re-plugged. (see

Figure 2-28 for the location of the DC power connector).

Figure 2-28 Position of the DC Power-In Port on the Right Side of the AP

1 Ground pad. 2 DC Power-In Port (covered).

Step 4

Loosen the thread-lock sealing nut of the cable gland by turning it counter clockwise, but do not remove it (see Figure 2-29).

Note Verify that the cable gland has a rubber seal and ensure that it is not damaged.

Warning

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Figure 2-29 Cable Gland

1 Washe r ( Gaske t ) 4 Clamping claw 2 Body 5 Thread-lock sealing nut 3 Sealing insert

Powering the Access Point

Note The cable gland accepts a cable diameter of 0.20 to 0.35 in. (0.51 to 0.89 cm).

Step 5 Insert a bare end of the DC power cable into the rounded end of the cable gland (see Figure 2-29), and

pull approximately 6 inches of cable through the adapter.

Warning

When installing the DC power cable, ensure that cable gland and the rubber gasket are present and installed properly, to avoid water leakage into the enclosure. See Figure 2-29 and Figure 2-32.

Step 6 Strip the DC cable jacket back by about 1 inch to expose the wires and then strip the insulation by about

0.5 inch (or 12 mm) from each wire.

Step 7 Push in the orange colored spring-loaded securing tabs and insert the wire (see Figure 2-30) all the way

into the two-position terminal block connector (Cisco Part Number 29-100226-01, Figure 2-31), and then release the tabs. Tug on the wire to ensure that it is properly secured.

Figure 2-30 Push in the securing tab, and wire, as the arrow shows

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Figure 2-31 Two-Position Terminal Block Connector

1 Securing tabs 3 Ground (DC return) 2 DC +

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Step 8 Step 9

Insert the two-position terminal strip into the DC power opening in the access point case, and carefully push the terminal strip into the internal connector (see Figure 2-32).

Note Ensure that the polarity of the terminal strip properly matches the polarity markings on the

enclosure (see Figure 2-33)

Figure 2-32 Inserting the Terminal Strip into the DC Power Opening in the Access Point Case

1 DC power opening in access point case. Also see

Figure 2-33.

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Figure 2-33 DC Power Opening in the Access Point Case

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Step 10

Slide the cable gland with the rubber seal towards the access point, and screw the threaded end of the body into the access point, and hand-tighten.

Step 11 Use an adjustable wrench, a 28-mm wrench to tighten the threaded end of the body to 15 lb-in. Step 12 Use an adjustable wrench and tighten the thread-lock seal nut to 15 lb-in. Step 13 Ensure that the antennas are connected to the access point before you apply power to the access point. Step 14 Turn on the DC power at the designated circuits.

Connecting Streetlight AC Power

The access point can be installed on a streetlight pole and powered from a streetlight outdoor light control using the optional streetlight power tap adapter and AC/DC power adapter, AIR-PWRADPT-RGD1=.

The AC/DC power adapter is used inline from the street light tap to the 1560 DC connector. The AC power tap only can be used with the AC/DC power adapter.

When powering the access point with AC power other than the streetlight power tap adapter, you must ensure that the following conditions are observed:

1. AC power can be conveniently cut from the unit, but not by disconnecting the AC power connector

on the unit.

2. You must protect any AC power plugs and AC receptacles from water and other outdoor elements.

You can use a UL-listed waterproofing enclosure suitable for covering the AC receptacle and AC power plug that supplies power to the unit as described in Article 406 of the NEC.

3. When you install the access point outdoors or in a wet or damp location, the AC branch circuit that

powers the access point should have ground fault protection (GFCI), as required by Article 210 of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Warning

A readily accessible two-poled disconnect device must be incorporated in the fixed wiring.

Statement 1022

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Warning

Caution Before connecting or disconnecting a power cord, you must remove AC power from the power cord using

Be very careful when connecting the streetlight adapter to Category 3 pole-top power. If you are not careful, you may electrocute yourself or fall.

Statement 363

a suitable service disconnect.

The schematics of installing the AP on a streetlight pole are given in Figure 2-34 and Figure 2-35. To install an access point on a streetlight pole, follow these steps:

Step 1 Turn off the AC power to the streetlight pole. Step 2 Turn off power to the AC power source at the designated circuits.

Warning

Caution For your safety, when connecting the access point AC power connector, always connect the access point

This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit.

Statement 1028

end of the cable FIRST. When removing the AC power connector, always disconnect the access point end of the cable LAST.

Step 3 Ensure that the power to the outdoor light control is turned off and then disconnect the outdoor light

control from its fixture.

Step 4 Connect the streetlight power tap adapter, through a field termination unit, to the access point AC/DC

power adapter.

Caution When installing the streetlight power tap adapter to the access point AC power connector, always

connect the access point end of the cable first. When removing the streetlight power tap adapter, always disconnect the access point end of the cable last.

Note • The access point must be mounted within 3 feet (1 m) of the outdoor light control.

• The AC/DC power adapter must be grounded. The AC/DC power adapter has an operating range of

100 to 277 VAC 50/60 Hz.

Step 5 Ground the access point to the streetlight pole using a 6-AWG ground wire. For more details, see

Grounding the Access Point, page 2-42.

Step 6 Plug the streetlight power tap adapter into the outdoor light control fixture. Step 7 Ensure that the antennas are connected to the access point.

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AC/DC

Adapter

Field

Termination

Step 8 Turn on the power to the outdoor light control fixture at the designated circuits, and thereby, turn on the

power to the access point.

Figure 2-34 Using Streetlight Power

Powering the Access Point

1 Outdoor light control 3 AC/DC power adapter

The AC/DC power adapter must be grounded. The AC/DC power adapter has an operating range of 100 to 277 VAC 50/60 Hz.

2 Field termination 4 6-AWG copper grounding wire

Figure 2-35 Components of the Streetlight Deployment

Note Deployment of the AP as shown in the streetlight deployment in Figure 2-34 requires an

alternate AP mounting kit.

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Connecting Data Cables

All models of the AP support data connections through the Ethernet port and the Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) port. However, both the Ethernet port and the SFP port cannot be used for data at the same time.

If the SFP is detected and active, the Ethernet port is disconnected. If the SFP is not detected, the Ethernet port stays connected

If you are using the SFP port, to delivery data through a fiber-optic cable, then the AP needs to be powered by DC power, power adapter, or by a power injector.

For details on installing Ethernet, see Connecting an Ethernet Cable to the Access Point, page 2-53.

For details on installing a a fiber-optic cable, see Connecting a Fiber-optic Cable to the AP, page 2-55.

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Connecting an Ethernet Cable to the Access Point

You need to supply these tools and materials:

• Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable with 0.2 to 0.35 in. (0.51 to 0.89 cm)

diameter

• RJ-45 connector and installation tool

• Adjustable Wrench or 28 mm box wrench

• Large Phillips or Flat Blade screwdriver

To connect the shielded Ethernet cable to the access point, follow these steps:

Step 1 Disconnect power to the power injector, and ensure all power sources to the access point are turned off.

Connecting Data Cables

Warning

Step 2 Ensure a 6 AWG ground wire is connected to the access point (see the “Grounding the Access Point”

This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit.

Statement 1028

section on page 2-42).

Step 3 Use a large Phillips or Flat Blade screw driver to remove the covering plug from the access point. Do not

discard plug and rubber seal unless you are certain that the port will not have to be re-plugged (see

Figure 2-36 for the location).

Figure 2-36 Access Point PoE-In Connector

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1 2

1 SFP port (covered) 2 PoE-In port (covered)

Step 4

Loosen the Thread-Lock sealing nut of the cable gland by turning it counter clockwise, but do not remove it (see Figure 2-37).

Note Verify that the cable gland has a rubber seal and ensure that it is not damaged.

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Warning

Figure 2-37 Cable Gland

Failure to install the cable gland and rubber gasket properly will cause the cable grip to leak.

1 Washer (Rubber Gasket) 4 Clamping claw 2 Body 5 Thread-lock sealing nut 3 Sealing insert

Step 5

Insert the unterminated end of the Ethernet cable through the sealing nut end of the cable gland (see

Figure 2-37), and pull several inches of cable through the adapter.

Step 6 Install an RJ-45 connector on the unterminated end of the Ethernet cable using your Ethernet cable

installation tool.

Warning

To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

Statement 1023

When installing the RJ-45 connector, ensure that cable gland and the rubber gasket are present and installed properly, to avoid water leakage into the enclosure. See Figure 2-37 and Figure 2-38.

Step 7 Carefully insert the RJ-45 cable connector into the Ethernet port opening on the access point, and

connect to the internal Ethernet connector (see Figure 2-38).

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Figure 2-38 Inserting RJ-45 Connector into the Ethernet Port Opening in Case

Connecting Data Cables

1 Ethernet port opening in access point case. 2 RJ-45 connector, on shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet

(CAT5e or better) cable (with an exploded view of the cable gland, on the Ethernet cable).

Step 8

Slide the cable gland with the rubber seal towards the access point, and screw the threaded end of the body into the access point, and hand-tighten.

Step 9 Use an adjustable wrench or a 28-mm wrench to tighten the threaded end of the body into the enclosure.

Tighten to 15 lb-in.

Step 10 Use an adjustable wrench and tighten the thread-lock seal nut to 15 lb-in. Step 11 Ensure that the antennas are connected to the access point before you apply power to the access point. Step 12 Route your Ethernet cable, and cut off any excess cable. Step 13 Install an RJ-45 connector on the unterminated cable end, and insert it into the power injector. Step 14 Turn on the power to the power injector.

Connecting a Fiber-optic Cable to the AP

The Cisco supplied fiber-optic kit enables the access point to support fiber-optic network connections.

Your require the following materials for connecting the fiber-optic cable to the AP:

• Small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceiver module

• SFP module adapter

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Step 1 Ensure that all power sources have been disconnected from the access point. Step 2 Remove the covering plug from the SFP port by following the guidelines given in this step.

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• SC or Duplex LC fiber-optic cables. The outer diameter of the fiber optic cable should be 0.24-0.47

inches (6-12 mm).

• Cable gland. The cable gland cannot hold a cable with diameter more than 0.47” (12 mm).

• Adjustable wrench

You can connect the fiber-optic networking cable to the SFP port (labeled '4' on the base of the AP). The small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceiver module is used to connect the cable to the SFP port. The SFP port provides both Power-over-Cable and backhaul over fiber options. To install the SFP transceiver module and the cable, follow this procedure:

The SFP port covering plug is designed to be removed only once, and then be replaced with the SFP adapter. The plug does not have a rubber O-ring, but is fixed in place using a thread seal tape on the threads during manufacturing. While removing the plug, you need to ensure that its hex bolt-head does not get stripped. For this:

a. Place the AP on it's back (resting on the heat fins) on a solid, but padded surface, to avoid scratching

the paint.

b. Pressing down with your hand on the face of the AP and holding the AP firmly in place, proceed to

the next step.

c. Use a 5/8” (16 mm) 6-point socket wrench to loosen the hex bolt-head SFP port plug. Firmly and

carefully, turn the socket wrench counter-clockwise to loosen the plug. This requires a torque of 25 ft-lb (34 Nm).

Though not ideal, a 5/8” (16 mm) 12-point socket wrench can be used too. A crescent wrench is to be used only if the socket wrenches are not available. Do not use a pipe or monkey wrench for this task, as it will strip the hex bolt-head.

Step 3 Insert the SFP module into the SFP port, and ensure that it latches properly. Step 4 Loosen the cable gland’s nut (round end of the cable gland) by turning counterclockwise, but do not

remove.

Step 5 Thread the fiber optic cable, from its unterminated end, into the cable gland. See Figure 2-39 and

Figure 2-40.

Thread the cable through the gland all the way till the gland is near the SC or LC optic fiber connectors. The cable gland’s nut must remain loose at this time.

Note The SC or LC optic fiber connectors are too big to pass through the cable gland. That is the reason why

you need to thread the cable through the gland from the unterminated end (even if the cable is quite long).

Step 6 Insert the SC or LC optic fiber connector-end of the cable, into the SFP module adapter. Do not attach

the cable gland to the adapter yet. See Figure 2-41.

Step 7 Insert the SC or LC optic fiber connector into the SFP module and ensure that it latches into place. See

Figure 2-41.

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Step 8 Add sealant or tape around the adapter's pipe thread, and then it screw into the AP chassis.

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.475" MAX

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1 2

3.35" MAX

.475" MAX

This end goes into the cable gland

1 2

Step 9 Keeping the cable gland nut loose, carefully screw the threaded end of the cable gland into the SFP

module adapter and hand-tighten. Use an adjustable wrench to tighten the threaded end of the cable gland to 6-7 lb.ft (8.1 to 9.5 Nm).

Step 10 Tighten the cable gland nut until it is properly fastened around the fiber optic cable. Use an adjustable

or open-end wrench to tighten to 2.7 to 3.2 lb.ft (3.66 to 4.34 Nm).

Caution When removing this SFP assembly it is absolutely imperative that you proceed in the reverse order of

this installation. Start by loosening the cable gland's nut.

Figure 2-39 SC Fiber-optic cable

Connecting Data Cables

1 SC optic fiber connector 2 Optic fiber cable

Figure 2-40 Duplex LC Fiber Optic Cable

1 Duplex LC optic fiber connector 2 Optic fiber cable

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Figure 2-41 Exploded View of Connecting Fiber-Optic Cable to AP

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1 Cable gland 3 Duplex LC Fiber-optic cable 2 SFP module adapter 4 SFP transceiver module

Figure 2-42 Fiber-optic Cable Successfully Connected to AP

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Configuring the Access Point

When you power up an AP that is not connected to a wired Ethernet, fiber-optic, or cable network to the controller, the access point uses the Cisco Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol (AWPP) to bind to another mesh access point with the best path to a root access point (RAP) connected to the wired network to a controller. The access point sends a discovery request when powered up. If you have configured the access point in the controller correctly, the controller sends back a discovery response to the access point. When that happens, the access point sends out a join request to the controller, and the controller responds with a join confirmation response. Then the access point establishes a Control And Provisioning of Wireless Access Points (CAPWAP) connection to the controller and gets the shared secret configured on the controller.

For information on configuring the access point, refer the following documents for the software release you are using:

• For Lightweight Access Points and Mesh Access Points, see the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller

Configuration Guide.

• For Mesh Access Points, see the Cisco Wireless Mesh Access Points, Design and Deployment Guide.

Configuring the Access Point

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Troubleshooting

This chapter provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with the access point. For the most up-to-date, detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/support/index.html

Sections in this chapter include:

• Guidelines for Using the Access Point, page 3-2

• Controller MAC Filter List, page 3-3

• Using DHCP Option 43, page 3-3

• Accessing the Console Port and the Reset Button, page 3-4

• Monitoring the Access Point Status LED, page 3-5

• Verifying Controller Association, page 3-8

• Changing the Bridge Group Name, page 3-8

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Guidelines for Using the Access Point

You should keep these guidelines in mind when you use the access point:

• The access point only supports Layer 3 CAPWAP communications with the controllers.

In Layer 3 operation, the access point and the controller can be on the same or different subnets. The access point communicates with the controller using standard IP packets. A Layer 3 access point on a different subnet than the controller requires a DHCP server on the access point subnet and a route to the controller. The route to the controller must have destination UDP ports 12222 and 12223 open for CAPWAP communications. The route to the primary, secondary, and tertiary controllers must allow IP packet fragments.

• Before deploying your access points, ensure that the following has been done:

–

Your controllers are connected to switch ports that are configured as trunk ports.

–

Your access points are connected to switch ports that are configured as untagged access ports.

–

A DHCP server is reachable by your access points and has been configured with Option 43. Option 43 provides the IP addresses of the management interfaces of your controllers. Typically, a DHCP server can be configured on a Cisco switch.

–

Optionally, a DNS server can be configured to enable CISCO-CAPWAP-CONTROLLER. Use local domain to resolve to the IP address of the management interface of your controller.

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–

Your controllers are configured and reachable by the access points.

–

Your controllers are configured with the access point MAC addresses and the MAC filter list is enabled.

–

Your switch must forward DHCP requests.

• After the access points are associated to the controller, you should change the bridge group name

(BGN) from the default value. With the default BGN, the mesh access points (MAPs) can potentially try to connect with other mesh networks and slow down the convergence of the network.

Convergence Delays

During deployment, the access points can experience convergence delays due to various causes. The following list identifies some operating conditions that can cause convergence delays:

• A root access point (RAP) attempts to connect to a controller using any of the wired ports (cable,

fiber-optic, PoE-in). If the wired ports are operational, the RAP can potentially spend several minutes on each port prior to connecting to a controller.

• If a RAP is unable to connect to a controller over the wired ports, it attempts to connect using the

wireless network. This results in additional delays when multiple potential wireless paths are available.

• If a MAP is unable to connect to a RAP using a wireless connection, it then attempts to connect using

any available wired port. The access point can potentially spend several minutes for each connection method, before attempting the wireless network again.

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Bridge Loop

The access point supports packet bridging between wired and wireless network connections. The same network must never be connected to multiple wired ports on an access point or on two bridged access points. A bridge loop causes network routing problems.

Controller DHCP Server

The controller DHCP server only assigns IP addresses to lightweight access points and wireless clients associated to an access point. It does not assign an IP address to other devices, including Ethernet bridging clients on the mesh access points.

MAP Data Traffic

If the signal on the access point backhaul channel has a high signal-to-noise ratio, it is possible for a MAP to connect to the controller, via parent node, but not be able to pass data traffic, such as pinging the access point. This can occur because the default data rate for backhaul control packets is set to 6 Mb/s, and the backhaul data rate set to auto by the user.

Controller MAC Filter List

Before activating your access point, you must ensure that the access point MAC address has been added to the controller MAC filter list and that Mac Filter List is enabled.

Note The access point MAC address and barcode is located on the bottom of the unit. When two MAC

addresses are shown, use the top MAC address.

To view the MAC addresses added to the controller MAC filter list, you can use the controller CLI or the controller GUI:

• Controller CLI—Use the show macfilter summary controller CLI command to view the MAC

addresses added to the controller filter list.

• Controller GUI—Log into your controller web interface using a web browser, and choose

SECURITY > AAA > MAC Filtering to view the MAC addresses added to the controller filter list.

Using DHCP Option 43

You can use DHCP Option 43 to provide a list of controller IP addresses to the access points, enabling the access point to find and join a controller. Refer to the product documentation for your DHCP server for instructions on configuring DHCP Option 43. To see sample configurations for DHCP Option 43 for, go to the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/docs/wireless-mobility/wireless-lan-wlan/97066-dhcp-option-43

-00.html

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Accessing the Console Port and the Reset Button

The access point has a console port and a reset button located on the right side (see Figure 3-1). The console port is located under a covering plug. The reset button is located under a screw.

Figure 3-1 Console Port and Reset Button Location

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1 Console Port (uncovered).

Use a large Phillips or Flat Blade screw driver to remove the covering plug of the port. Do not discard plug and rubber seal unless you are certain that the port will not have to be re-plugged.

Inspect the seal of the plug and properly tighten it every time the plug is removed and replaced. Tighten the plug to 15 lbf-in.

2 Reset Button (uncovered).

The reset button is recessed in a small hole that is sealed with a screw and a rubber gasket. For information on how to use the reset button, see the “Resetting the Access

Point” section on page 3-4.

Resetting the Access Point

Using the Reset button you can:

• Reset the AP to the default factory-shipped configuration.

• Clear the AP internal storage, including all configuration files.

To access the Reset button:

Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the reset button screw.

Ensure that your do not to lose the screw and the rubber gasket.

Step 2 To press the Reset button, use a straightened paper-clip or a small screwdriver or a pen. See the section

Step 3 Inspect the gasket. If the gasket has any signs of damage, it should be replaced to avoid water leakage

following this procedure for information on using the Reset button.

Strictly follow this procedure after you have finished using the Reset button.

into the unit.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Objectives

Preface

Audience

Organization

Conventions

Related Documents

Finding the Product Serial Number

Obtaining Documentation, Support, and Security Guidelines

Overview

About the 1560 Access Point

Access Point Models

Regulatory Domains

Hardware Features

Ports and Connectors

Connectors on the Base

Connectors on the Head

Connectors on the Sides

Internal Antenna Models

AP1562I (Internal Antenna)

AP1562D (Internal Directional Antenna)

External Antenna Model

AP1562E (External Antenna)

Power Sources

Power Injectors

Ethernet (PoE) Ports

Network Deployment Examples

Wireless Backhaul

Point-to-Point Bridging

Point-to-Multipoint Bridging

Point-to-Multipoint Mesh Network

Layer 3 Network Operation

Installing the Access Point

Unpacking the Access Point

Package Contents

Optional Tools and Hardware From Cisco

Additional Tools and Hardware Required for Installation

Pre-Installation Checks and Installation Guidelines

Typical Access Point Installation Components

Mounting the Access Point

Choosing a Mounting Kit

Wall Mounting the Access Point with AIR-ACC1530-PMK1=

Wall Mounting the Access Point with AIR-ACC1560-PMK1=

Pole Mounting the Access Point with AIR-ACC1530-PMK1=

Pole Mounting the Access Point with the AIR-ACC1560-PMK1= Kit

Wall Mounting the AP using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= Pivoting Mounting Kit

Pole Mounting the AP using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2= Pivoting Mounting Kit

Horizontally Mounting the Access Point using AIR-ACC1530-PMK2=

Installing AP Cover AIR-ACC1560-CVR=

Installing External Antennas

Non-Cisco Antennas

Cisco Flexible Antenna Port

External Antenna Mounting Configurations

Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT2547V-N, AIR-ANT2547VG-N)

Installing a Lightning Arrestor

Using a Mounting Bracket for External Directional Antennas

Installation Considerations

Installation Notes

Installing the Lightning Arrestor Outdoors

Grounding the Access Point

Cable for the Lightning Arrestor

Powering the Access Point

Connecting a Power Injector

Connecting a DC Power Cable to the Access Point

Connecting Streetlight AC Power

Connecting Data Cables

Connecting an Ethernet Cable to the Access Point

Connecting a Fiber-optic Cable to the AP

Configuring the Access Point

Troubleshooting

Guidelines for Using the Access Point

Convergence Delays

Bridge Loop

Controller DHCP Server

MAP Data Traffic

Controller MAC Filter List

Using DHCP Option 43