GETTING STARTED GUIDE Cisco Aironet 1260 Series Lightweight Access Point 1 About this Guide 2 Safety Instructions 3 Unpacking 4 Overview 5 Configuring the Access Point 6 Additional Configuration for the Access Point in Autonomous Mode 7 Mounting the Access Point 8 Deploying the Access Point on the Wireless Network 9 Troubleshooting 10 Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information 11 Configuring DHCP Option 43 and DHCP Option 60 12 Access Point Specifications
Document part number: 78-19305-01 1 About this Guide This Guide provides instructions on how to install and configure your Cisco Aironet 1260 series Access Point. This guide also provides mounting instructions and limited troubleshooting procedures. 2 Safety Instructions Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in the translated safety warnings document that is shipped with your access point.
Warning This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. 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.
3 Unpacking Follow these steps: Step 1 Unpack and remove the access point and the accessory kit from the shipping box. Step 2 Return any packing material to the shipping container and save it for future use. Step 3 Verify that you have received the items listed below. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco representative or reseller for instructions.
1 2.4-GHz antenna connector B (labelled with black text) 4 5-GHz antenna connector A (labelled with blue text) 2 2.4-GHz antenna connector C (labelled with black text) 5 5-GHz antenna connector C (labelled with blue text) 3 2.
5 Configuring the Access Point This section describes how to connect the access point to a wireless LAN controller. Because the configuration process takes place on the controller, see the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for additional information. This guide is available on Cisco.com.
Access points must be discovered by a controller before they can become an active part of the network. The 1260 series access point supports these controller discovery processes: • Layer 3 CAPWAP discovery—Can occur on different subnets than the access point and uses IP addresses and UDP packets rather than MAC addresses used by Layer 2 discovery.
Note Access points mounted in a building’s environmental airspace must be powered using PoE to comply with safety regulations. Cisco recommends that you make a site map showing access point locations so that you can record the device MAC addresses from each location and return them to the person who is planning or managing your wireless network.
Pre-Installation Configuration Setup Figure 3 shows the pre-installation configuration setup. Figure 3 Pre-Installation Configuration Setup Controller Layer 3 devices 272488 Cisco Aironet access points Follow these steps to perform the pre-installation configuration. Step 1 Make sure that the Cisco wireless LAN controller DS port is connected to the network. Use the CLI, web-browser interface, or Cisco WCS procedures as described in the appropriate Cisco wireless LAN controller guide. a.
e. CAPWAP UDP ports (UDP 5246/5247) must not be blocked in the network. f. The access point must be able to find the IP address of the controller. This can be accomplished using DHCP, DNS, or IP subnet broadcast. This guide describes the DHCP method to convey the controller IP address. For other methods, refer to the product documentation. See also the “Using DHCP Option 43” section on page 15 for more information. Step 2 Apply power to the access point: a. The access point is 802.3af (15.
c. If the access point shuts down, check the power source. d. After the access point finds the Cisco wireless LAN controller, it attempts to download the new operating system code if the access point code version differs from the Cisco wireless LAN controller code version. While this is happening, the Status LED blinks dark blue. e. If the operating system download is successful, the access point reboots. Step 3 Configure the access point if required.
6 Additional Configuration for the Access Point in Autonomous Mode How you configure your access point depends on how you intend to use it in your wireless network. This section provides a brief synopsis of the configuration process. For detailed information, refer to the “Configuring the Access Point for the First Time” chapter 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 WPA-2 Personal. WPA-2 Enterprise and WPA-2 Personal requires AES encryption.
7 Mounting the Access Point Cisco Aironet 3500, 1260, 1140, 1130, and 1040 series access points can be mounted in several configurations, including on a suspended ceiling, on a hard ceiling or wall, on an elecrtical or network box, and above a suspended ceiling. Click this URL to browse to complete access point mounting instructions: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/wireless/access_point/mounting/guide/apmount.
9 Troubleshooting If you experience difficulty getting your access point installed and running, look for a solution to your problem in this guide or in additional access point documentation. These, and other documents, are available on Cisco.com. Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points Keep these guidelines in mind when you use an 1260 series lightweight access point: • The access point can only communicate with Cisco controllers, such as 2100, 4400, and 5500 series controllers.
Checking the Access Point LED Figure 4 shows the location of the access point Status LED. Figure 4 Access Point LED Location 272378 1 1 Status LED Table 1 shows the access point Status LED indications for various conditions. Note 16 Regarding LED status colors, it is expected that there will be small variations in 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.
Table 1 LED Status Indications Message Type Status LED Message Meaning Boot loader status sequence Blinking green DRAM memory test in progress DRAM memory test OK Board initialization in progress Initializing FLASH file system FLASH memory test OK Initializing Ethernet Ethernet OK Starting Cisco IOS Initialization successful Association status Operating status Boot loader warnings Green Normal operating condition, but no wireless client associated Blue Normal operating condition, at least one
Table 1 LED Status Indications (continued) Message Type Status LED Message Meaning Boot loader errors Red DRAM memory test failure Blinking red and blue FLASH file system failure Blinking red and off Environment variable failure Bad MAC address Ethernet failure during image recovery Boot environment failure No Cisco image file Boot failure Cisco IOS errors Red Software failure; try disconnecting and reconnecting unit power Cycling through blue, green, red, and off General warning; insufficie
• Up to 300 access points for 4400 series controllers, the Cisco WiSM, and the Catalyst 3750G Integrated Wireless LAN Controller Switch • Up to three times the maximum number of access points supported by the platform for the 2100 series controllers and the Controller Network Module within the Cisco 28/37/38xx Series Integrated Services Routers When the controller is maintaining join-related information for the maximum number of access points, it does not collect information for any more access points.
10 Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information This section provides declarations of conformity and regulatory information for the Cisco Aironet 1260 Series Access Point. Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Models Certification Numbers AIR-AP1261N-A-K9 AIR-LAP1261N-A-K9 LDK102072 AIR-AP1262N-A-K9 AIR-LAP1262N-A-K9 LDK102073 Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.
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 Access Points in Japan This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Aironet access points 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.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Cisco Aironet Access Points are certified to the requirements of RSS-210. The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations. For further information, contact your local Industry Canada office.
Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC & Medical Directive 93/42/EEC 25
The following standards were applied: EMC—EN 301.489-1 v1.4.1; EN 301.489-17 v1.2.1 Health & Safety—EN60950-1: 2001; EN 50385: 2002 Radio—EN 300 328 v 1.7.1; EN 301.893 v 1.5.1 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 United States This system has been evaluated for RF exposure for Humans in reference to ANSI C 95.
Australia This system has been evaluated for RF exposure for Humans as referenced in the Australian Radiation Protection standard and has been evaluated to the ICNIRP (International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection) limits. The minimum separation distance from the antenna to general bystander is 20cm (7.9 inches). Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan This section provides administrative rules for operating Cisco Aironet access points in Taiwan.
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.
Figure 5 Brazil Regulatory Information 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.
Note DHCP Option 43 is limited to one access point type per DHCP pool. You must configure a separate DHCP pool for each access point type. The 1260 series access point uses the type-length-value (TLV) format for DHCP Option 43. DHCP servers must be programmed to return the option based on the access point’s DHCP Vendor Class Identifier (VCI) string (DHCP Option 60).
Type is always f1(hex). Length is the number of controller management IP addresses times 4 in hex. Value is the IP address of the controller listed sequentially in hex. For example, suppose that there are two controllers with management interface IP addresses, 10.126.126.2 and 10.127.127.2. The type is f1(hex). The length is 2 * 4 = 8 = 08 (hex). The IP addresses translate to 0a7e7e02 and 0a7f7f02. Assembling the string then yields f1080a7e7e020a7f7f02.
Table 2 Access Point Specifications (continued) Category Specification Radio FCC Part 15.247, 15.407 Canada RSS-210 Japan Telec 33, 66, T71 EN 330.328, EN 301.893 FCC Bulletin OET-65C Industry Canada RSS-102 Maximum power and channel settings Maximum power and the channels allowed in your regulatory domain, refer to Channels and Maximum Power Settings for Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points. This document is available on Cisco.com. Americas Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc.
