Cisco Aironet 1250 Series, Manual

Page 1: ...ou need to know so that you can successfully prepare and deploy your access point Login and Password The default login and password used to access the access point GUI or CLI is Cisco The password and login is case sensitive Removing the Mounting Plate The access point ships with the mounting plate attached You must remove the plate before you can connect the power and Ethernet cables and access t...

Page 2: ...2 78 17831 01 Step 1 Grasp the access point with both hands as shown in the illustration below 231161 ...

Page 3: ...ts radios disabled and no assigned IP address or service set identifier SSID You must enable the radios when you configure the access point for the first time Also the access point no longer is assigned a default IP address It is configured to obtain an IP address using a DHCP server If your network does not use a DHCP server you must connect to the access point s console port and assign a static ...

Page 4: ...owing documents available Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points provides detailed information for advanced configurations Cisco Aironet Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges lists all Cisco IOS commands with descriptions and syntax instructions Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide provides mounting instructions ...

Page 5: ...oint The case sensitive SSID for your 802 11 radio network A Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP community name and the SNMP file attribute if SNMP is in use The Media Access Control MAC address from the label on the bottom of the access point such as 0016462584c if you plan to use the Cisco IP Setup Utility to find an access point IP address If you are not connected to a DHCP server you can a...

Page 6: ... instructions found in this manual will result in user exposure that is substantially below the FCC recommended limits Do not hold any component containing a radio so that the antenna is very close to or touching any exposed parts of the body especially the face or eyes while transmitting The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited to the constraints posed by the safety directors...

Page 7: ...n Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than 20A Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for such use Statement 245B Warning In order to comply with FCC radio frequency RF exposure limits antennas should be located at a minimum of 7...

Page 8: ... plate latch all attached to the access point Two suspended ceiling T rail clips spacers accommodates standard and recessed T rails and nuts Four 8 x 18 x 3 4 in pan head Phillips sheet metal screws Four 8 plastic wall anchors One 10 x 24 nut for ground stud on the mounting plate Two cable tie wraps Product quick start guide Product translated safety warning document Cisco product registration car...

Page 9: ... or missing notify your authorized Cisco sales representative Note The access point has two radio module slots Slot 0 and Slot 1 Slot 0 can only be used with the 2 4 GHz radio module and slot 1 can only be used with the 5 GHz radio module New radio configuration changes are associated with the specific module slot where the radio module is located Once the default radio settings are changed the ra...

Page 10: ...o become familiar with the access point and the mounting hardware Caution Be careful when handling the access point the bottom plate might be hot Caution The access point must be located indoors within the same building including the associated LAN connections The following illustrations show the access point and identify its features ...

Page 11: ...t Guide Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point 1 2 4 GHz radio antennas 4 5 GHz radio antennas 2 2 4 GHz radio module 5 5 GHz radio module 3 LEDs 6 Security lock slot hidden ETHERNET STATUS RADIO 230553 5 4 1 6 2 3 ...

Page 12: ...12 78 17831 01 This illustration shows LED placement ETHERNET STATUS RADIO 230563 ETHERNET STATUS RADIO ...

Page 13: ...0 Series Access Point This illustration shows the bottom of the access point with the mounting plate removed 1 Radio module latch 3 Console port cable bay 2 Ethernet cable bay 4 Radio module latch ETHERNET 170127 1 4 2 3 CONSOLE 48vDC MODE ...

Page 14: ...t and console port bays 1 DC power receptacle 3 Console port RJ 45 2 Ethernet port RJ 45 4 Mode button 230554 ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE 56VDC 1 2 3 4 CAUTION EXTERNAL DC AND INLINE PoE POWER SOURCE REQUIREMENTS DETERMINED BY INSTALLED RADIO MODULES REFER TO PRODUCT DOCUMENTATION ...

Page 15: ...ting instructions are in the Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Configuration Guide This document is available on Cisco com UL 2043 Compliance The access point has adequate fire resistance and low smoke producing characteristics The device is suitable for operation in a building s environmental air space such as above suspended ceilings The access point complies with with Section 300 ...

Page 16: ... PoE power source However if the access point is powered by an 802 3af source only one radio is supported because the two radio operation requires 18 5 watts Two radio operation is supported only by the 1250 series power injector and an 802 at compliant PoE switch IEC60950 and IEEE 802 3af devices include A 1250 DC power module connected to the access point s power connector The 1250 DC power modu...

Page 17: ... up sequence that you can monitor by observing the three LEDs on top of the access point When all three LEDs turn green to indicate the starting of the IOS operating system the Status LED blinks green signifying that IOS is operational When in an operational status the Ethernet LED is continuously green when no traffic is being passed and dark when traffic is being passed The sequence takes about ...

Page 18: ...ower and reconnect only a single power source Obtaining and Assigning an IP Address To browse to the access point Express Setup page you must either obtain or assign the access point IP address using these methods Assign a static IP address by connecting to its console port and opening the access point CLI Use a DHCP server if available to automatically assign an IP address You can find out the DH...

Page 19: ...ss Point Locally If you need to configure the access point locally without connecting it to a wired LAN you can connect a PC to its console port by using a DB 9 to RJ 45 serial cable Follow these steps to open the CLI by connecting to the access point console port Step 1 Connect a nine pin female DB 9 to RJ 45 serial cable to the RJ 45 console port on the access point and to the COM port on the PC...

Page 20: ...iguring Power The access point receives power through the Ethernet cable or an external power module The following illustration shows the power options for the access point Command Purpose Step 1 enable Enter privileged EXEC mode Step 2 configure terminal Enter global configuration mode Step 3 Interface bvi1 Enters interface configuration mode for the BVI Step 4 ip address address mask Assigns an ...

Page 21: ...ant power source or an IEC60950 compliant limited power source Statement 353 Power cord DC power module SYST RPS DUPLX MODE SPEED UTIL STAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 23 24 10Base T 100Base TX 100Base FX Catalyst 2950SERIES Power injector Access Point Switch with or without inline power Option 1 Option 2 230559 ...

Page 22: ...e power can use the power injector two radio operation 1250 series power injector AIR PWRINJ4 Option 3 Local power using the 1250 series DC power module AIR PWRSPLY1 Option 4 An 802 at compliant PoE switch Note Some older switches and patch panels might not provide enough power to operate the access point At power up if the access point is unable to determine that the power source can supply suffi...

Page 23: ...cause the access point to shut down to protect internal components and might cause the switch to shut down the port to which the access point is connected If your access point shuts down you must remove all power and reconnect only a single power source Follow these steps to connect the access point to the Ethernet LAN when you have an inline power source Step 1 Connect a Category 5E or higher Eth...

Page 24: ... an AC power cord to the power injector and the AC wall socket Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power Note If your access point is connected to in line power do not connect the DC power module to the access point Using two power sources on the access point might cause the access point to shut down to protect internal components and might cause the switch to shut down the port to which ...

Page 25: ...tep 3 Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into an unpowered Ethernet port on your LAN network Step 4 Plug the 1250 series DC power module s AC power cord into an approved 100 to 240 VAC outlet Configuring the Access Point How you configure your access point depends on how you intend to use it in your wireless network This guide provides a brief synopsis of the configuration process For detail...

Page 26: ...dio settings must be applied separately to each radio Role in Radio Network Optimize Radio Network For Aironet Extensions Configuring Security Settings After you assign basic settings to your access point you must configure security settings to prevent unauthorized access to your network Because it is a radio device the access point can communicate beyond the physical boundaries of your work site ...

Page 27: ...using The following security settings are available on the Express Security Setup page No Security Static WEP Key EAP Authentication WPA and WPA2 Advanced security settings are described in appropriate chapters of the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for the Cisco IOS release you are using Note The 802 11n radio only supports no encryption WPA2 Enterprise and ...

Page 28: ...ook for a solution to your problem in this guide or the Troubleshooting chapter of the Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide Follow this link to access the Technical Assistance Center TAC on Cisco com http www cisco com cisco web support index html Checking the Access Point LEDs If your access point is not working properly check the Status Ethernet and Radio LEDs on th...

Page 29: ...ifications and is not a defect Ethernet LED Radio LED Status LED Meaning Green Normal operation no wireless clients associated Blue Normal operation at least one wireless client associated Green Ethernet link is operational Blinking green Transmitting or receiving radio packets Blinking blue Software upgrade in progress Blinking green Blinking green Blinking green Access location command Blinking ...

Page 30: ...iguration recovery in progress Mode button pressed for 2 3 seconds Blinking green Red Blinking green Image recovery in progress Mode button pressed for 20 30 seconds Blinking amber Ethernet transmit or receive errors Blinking amber Maximum retries or buffer full failure on radio Red Red Software failure Cycling blue green red off General warning insufficient inline power Ethernet LED Radio LED Sta...

Page 31: ...n You can use the MODE button on the access point or your web browser to reset the configuration Using the MODE Button Follow these steps to delete the current configuration and return all access point settings to the factory defaults Step 1 If the access point is mounted using its mounting plate remove it to gain access to the MODE button Step 2 Disconnect power from the access point the power ja...

Page 32: ...ccess point settings to factory defaults using the web browser interface Step 1 Open your Internet browser You must use Microsoft Explorer version 5 x or later or Netscape Navigator version 4 x or later Step 2 Enter the access point IP address in the browser address line and press Enter An Enter Network Password window appears Step 3 Enter your username in the User Name field Step 4 Enter your pas...

Page 33: ...ation T R 10 01 This type accepted equipment is designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications The Declarations of Compliance for ...

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Page 35: ...localized warranty information about your product follow these steps a Enter this part number in the Warranty Document Number field 78 5236 01C0 b Select the language in which you would like to read the document c Click Go The Cisco warranty page appears d Review the document online or click the PDF icon to download and print the document in Adobe Portable Document Format PDF You can also contact ...

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