GETTING STARTED GUIDE Cisco Aironet 1800s Network Sensor First Published: April 5, 2017
1 About this Guide 2 About the Network Sensor 3 Safety Instructions 4 Unpacking the 1800s Network Sensor 5 Ports and Connectors on the 1800s 6 Preparing the AP for Installation 6 Installation Overview 8 Performing a Pre-Installation Configuration 7 Mounting and Powering the Network Sensor 8 Configuring the Network Sensor for Wireless Service Assurance 8 Configuring the Network Sensor for Wireless Service Assurance 12 Checking the Network Sensor LED 13 Miscellaneous Usage and Configurat
1 About this Guide This guide provides instructions on how to install and configure your Cisco Aironet 1800s Network Sensor. This guide also provides mounting instructions and limited troubleshooting procedures. The Cisco Aironet 1800s Network Sensor is referred to as the network sensor, or sensor in this document. 2 About the Network Sensor The Cisco Aironet 1800s wireless network sensor is a part of Cisco's Wireless Service Assurance solution.
Network Sensor Features A full listing of the network sensor's features and specification are provided in the Cisco Aironet 1800s Network Sensor Data Sheet, at the following URL: (URL to be added at CCO) The features of the 1800s network sensors are as follows: • The only supported mode of operation is as a network sensor for Wireless Service Assurance. • Two integrated omnidriectional 2.4 GHz single band and 5 GHz single band antennas. Peak antenna gain is approximately 3 dBi and 5 dBi in 2.
• One multi-color LED status indicator. See the “Checking the Network Sensor LED” section on page 18 for information on the colors of the LED status indicator.
3 Safety Instructions Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in the translated safety warnings document that is shipped with your network sensor. The translated warnings are also in the Translated Safety Warnings for Cisco Aironet Network Sensors, which is available on Cisco.com. Warning IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury.
Note The network sensor is suitable for use in environmental air space in accordance with section 300.22.C of the National Electrical Code and sections 2-128, 12-010(3), and 12-100 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, C22.1. You should not install the power supply or power injector in air handling spaces. Note Use only with listed Information Technology Equipment (ITE) equipment. For more information on ITE equipment, refer to article 645 of the latest National Electrical Code (NEC).
5 Ports and Connectors on the 1800s Figure 1 Status LED and Ports Location – Face of the Sensor 1 2 3 4 1 Reset button, on the right side of the sensor. For information on how to use the Reset button, see “Using the Reset Button” section on page 25. Status LED. 2 For more information, see the “Network Sensor Status LED” section on page 23. 3 Kensington security lock slot, on the right side of the sensor.
Figure 2 Base of the Network Sensor – With AIR-MOD-POE-xx PoE/Ethernet Module 2 1 1 10/100/1000 BASE-T (Ethernet) Uplink Interface with inline power capability, Auto-MDIX (automatically support either straight through or crossover cables), and 802.3af/at PoE-In USB port for powering the sensor, using 5V, 1.5A power.
7 Mounting and Powering the Network Sensor Cisco Aironet 1800s series network sensors can be mounted in a vertical orientation, on a wall or desk. You can also mount the sensor on an electrical or network box. The mounting and powering options are provided in the following table. Network Sensor and Powering Accessory Module 1800s network sensor with PoE/Ethernet module AIR-MOD-POE-xx Power Supply Option(s) • AC power, using the AC-USB adapter AIR-MOD-USB, supplying 5V DC, 1.5A power.
Mounting the Sensor using AIR-AP-BRACKET-NS The Cisco Aironet 1800s wireless sensor can be mounted, in a vertical orientation, on a wall or desk, to a height of 3 feet, using the wall-mount bracket AIR-AP-BRACKET-NS. To mount the sensor, follow these instructions: Step 1 Identify the location for mounting the sensor. Step 2 Use the wall-mount bracket AIR-AP-BRACKET-NS, as a template to mark the two screw-hole locations for fastening the bracket to the wall or desk.
Figure 3 Wall and Desk Mounting Bracket AIR-AP-BRACKET-NS 1 2 1 2 Screw holes for fastening the bracket to the wall or desk. 1 12 2 Hooks which click into the recesses on the back the sensor, for mounting the sensor on the bracket.
Figure 4 Back of the Sensor – With PoE/Ethernet Module AIR-MOD-POE-xx 1 1 1 Recesses on the back of the sensor into which the hooks on the wall-mount bracket slide 2 and click into place. 2 RS-232 console interface port, hidden under a mylar label. You need to use the custom console cable AIR-MOD-UART-xx.
Figure 5 Back of the Sensor – With USB adapter module AIR-MOD-USB-xx 1 1 1 14 Recesses on the back of the sensor into which the hooks on the wall-mount bracket slide 2 and click into place. 2 RS-232 console interface port, hidden under a mylar label. You need to use the custom console cable AIR-MOD-UART-xx.
Mounting the Sensor using AIR-MOD-AC-xx Cradle The AIR-MOD-AC-xx AC adapter module also functions as a mounting cradle, using which you can plug-in (and thereby, mount) the sensor into a wall socket power outlet. You can additionally secure the sensor by fasting the security wire to the wall or desk. Figure 6 Back of the Sensor – With AC Adapter Module AIR-MOD-AC-xx 1 2 3 1 2 Security wire which can be used to secure the sensor by fastening it to the wall.
AC Cradle Options for Different Power Supply Standards and Regions Figure 7 16 Sensor with AC Cradle for AU Region
Figure 8 Sensor with AC Cradle for CN Region 17
Figure 9 18 Sensor with AC Cradle for EU Region
Figure 10 Sensor with AC Cradle for SA Region 19
Figure 11 20 Sensor with AC Cradle for UK Region
Figure 12 Sensor with AC Cradle for US Region 21
8 Configuring the Network Sensor for Wireless Service Assurance The Cisco Aironet 1800s wireless network sensors are configured and managed by Cisco wireless LAN controllers. The wireless LAN controller manages network sensors in the same manner as it manages Lightweight Access Points. The controller also: • Collect stats and data from Network Sensors, Infrastructure APs and Clients and display real time information from the data collected.
9 Troubleshooting and Resetting the Network Sensor Network Sensor Status LED Note It is expected that there will be small variations in the LED color intensity and hue from unit to unit. This is within the normal range of the LED manufacturer’s specifications and is not a defect. The network sensor status LED indicates various conditions which are described in Table 1.
Table 1 LED Status Indications (continued) Message Type LED State Message Meaning Boot loader warnings Blinking Amber Configuration recovery in progress (Reset button pushed for 2 to 3 seconds) Red Ethernet failure or image recovery (Reset button pushed for 20 to 30 seconds) Blinking Green Image recovery in progress (Reset button released) Red DRAM memory test failure Blinking Red and Amber FLASH file system failure Blinking Red and off One of the following: Boot loader errors • Environ
Using the Reset Button Using the Reset button (see Figure 2) you can: • Reset the network sensor to it’s default factory-shipped configuration. • Clear the network sensor internal storage, including all configuration files and the regulatory domain configuration. To use the Reset button, press, and keep pressed, the Reset button on the network sensor during the network sensor boot cycle. Wait until the status LED changes to Amber.
11 Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information This section provides declarations of conformity and regulatory information for the Cisco Aironet 1800s Network Sensor. You can find additional information at this URL: www.cisco.
interference will not occur. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.
Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Network Sensors in Japan This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Aironet network sensors in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English.
Statement 371—Power Cable and AC Adapter English Translation When installing the product, please use the provided or designated connection cables/power cables/AC adaptors. Using any other cables/adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL-certified cables (that have the “UL” shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by CISCO.
Industry Canada Network Sensor Models Certification Number AIR-AP1800S-A-K9 2461B-102108 Canadian Compliance Statement This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Antenna Type Antenna Gain Antenna Impedance Dual-band Omni 3/5 dBi 50 ohms Operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems. La bande 5 150-5 250 MHz est réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l'intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux. Users are advised that high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e.
Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC & Medical Directive 93/42/EEC 32
The following standards were applied: EMC—EN 301.489-1 v1.9.2; EN 301.489-17 v2.2.1 Health & Safety—EN60950-1: 2006; EN 50385: 2002 Radio—EN 300 328 v 1.8.1; EN 301.893 v 1.7.1 The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10.4 and Annex III of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed.
This device also conforms to the EMC requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC. Note This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. For more details, contact Cisco Corporate Compliance. The product carries the CE Mark: Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure This section contains information on compliance with guidelines related to RF exposure.
As such the systems are designed to be operated as to avoid contact with the antennas by the end user. It is recommended to set the system in a location where the antennas can remain at least a minimum distance as specified from the user in accordance to the regulatory guidelines which are designed to reduce the overall exposure of the user or operator. Separation Distance MPE 0.06 mW/cm 2 Distance Limit 20 cm (7.87 inches) 1.
This Device Meets the Industry Canada Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves The 1800s network sensor device includes a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) as referenced in Health Canada Safety Code 6. The guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed into the limit to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
Distance d'éloignement Fréquence MPE Distance 2.4 GHz 0.17 W/m 5 GHz 0.66 W/m2 2 20 cm (7.87 inches) Limite 5.4 W/m 2 9.2 W/m2 Santé Canada affirme que la littérature scientifique actuelle n'indique pas qu'il faille prendre des précautions particulières lors de l'utilisation d'un appareil sans fil.
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English Translation Administrative Rules for Low-power Radio-Frequency Devices Article 12 For those low-power radio-frequency devices that have already received a type-approval, companies, business units or users should not change its frequencies, increase its power or change its original features and functions.
English Translation Low-power Radio-frequency Devices Technical Specifications 4.7 Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure 4.7.5 Within the 5.25-5.35 GHz band, U-NII devices will be restricted to indoor operations to reduce any potential for harmful interference to co-channel MSS operations. 4.7.6 The U-NII devices shall accept any interference from legal communications and shall not interfere the legal communications.
Portuguese Translation Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário. English Translation This equipment operates on a secondary basis and consequently must accept harmful interference, including interference from stations of the same kind. This equipment may not cause harmful interference to systems operating on a primary basis.
