Hardware Installation Guide for Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Points Running VxWorks, OL-2155-02
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Table Of Contents

Preface

Objectives

Audience

Organization

Conventions

Related Publications

Obtaining Documentation

World Wide Web

Documentation CD-ROM

Ordering Documentation

Documentation Feedback

Obtaining Technical Assistance

Cisco.com

Technical Assistance Center

Cisco TAC Web Site

Cisco TAC Escalation Center


Preface

This section describes the objectives, audience, organization, and conventions of the Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide.

Objectives

This publication explains the steps for initial setup and basic configuration of the single or dual-band access point supporting 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz operation. This publication also provides troubleshooting information and detailed specifications.

Audience

This publication is for the person installing and configuring a Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point for the first time. The installer should be familiar with network structures, terms, and concepts.

Organization

This guide contains the following sections:

"Overview," describes the features and specifications of access points.

"Installation," provides basic installation instructions.

"Basic Configuration," describes how to enter basic configuration settings.

"Mounting Instructions," provides mounting instructions for the access point.

"2.4-GHz Radio Upgrade," provides instructions for installing, upgrading, and removing the 2.4-GHz mini-PCI radio card.

"5-GHz Radio Module Upgrade," provides instructions for installing and removing the 5-GHz radio module.

"Troubleshooting," provides solutions to potential problems encountered during setup.

"Translated Safety Warnings," lists translations of the safety warnings in this publication.

"Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information," describes the regulatory conventions to which the access point conforms and provides guidelines for operating access points in Japan.

"Console Cable Pinouts," describes the pinouts for the serial RJ-45 to DB-9 console cable that connects to the access point's serial console port.

"Channels and Antenna Settings," describes the channels and antenna settings supported by the regulatory organizations.

Conventions

This publication uses the following conventions to convey instructions and information:

•Commands and keywords are in boldface type.

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

Caution Means reader be careful. In this situation, you might do something that could result in equipment damage or loss of data.

Warning The warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. To see translations of the warnings that appear in this publication, refer to Appendix A in this manual.

Related Publications

For more information about access points and related products, refer to the following publications:

•Quick Start Guide: Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point describes how to attach antennas and cables, mount the access point, and how to obtain access point documentation. This document is included in the shipping box with your access point.

•Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Software Configuration Guide describes the access point's management system and explains how to configure the access point. This document is available on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/airo1200/accsspts/index.htm

•Release Notes for Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point describes features and caveats for access points running firmware release XX.xx. This document is available on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/airo1200/accsspts/index.htm

•Cisco Secure Access Control Server for Windows 2000/NT Servers Version 3.0 User Guide provides complete instructions for using Cisco Secure ACS, including steps for configuring Cisco Secure ACS to support access points. This document is available on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/access/acs_soft/csacs4nt/csnt30/user/index.htm

•Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters Installation and Configuration Guide for Windows provides hardware features, physical and performance characteristics, installation instructions for PC card and PCI card client adapters, and instructions for installing and using the wireless client adapter utilities running the Windows operating system. This document is available on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/index.htm

•Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Client Adapters Installation and Configuration Guide for Mac OS provides hardware features, physical and performance characteristics, installation instructions for PC card and PCI card client adapters, and instructions for installing and using the wireless client adapter utilities running the Apple Mac OS X (version 10.1 or later) or Mac OS 9.x operating system. This document is available on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/index.htm

•Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Adapters Installation and Configuration Guide for Linux provides hardware features, physical and performance characteristics, installation instructions for PC card and PCI card client adapters, and instructions for installing and using the wireless client adapter utilities running the Linux operating system. This document is available on the Cisco CCO web site at the following URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/index.htm

Obtaining Documentation

These sections explain how to obtain documentation from Cisco Systems.

World Wide Web

You can access the most current Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com

Translated documentation is available at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/public/countries_languages.shtml

Documentation CD-ROM

Cisco documentation and additional literature are available in a Cisco Documentation CD-ROM package. The Documentation CD-ROM is updated monthly and may be more current than printed documentation. The CD-ROM package is available as a single unit or through an annual subscription.

Ordering Documentation

You can order Cisco documentation in these ways:

•Registered Cisco.com users (Cisco direct customers) can order Cisco product documentation from the Networking Products MarketPlace:

http://www.cisco.com/public/ordsum.html

•Registered Cisco.com users can order the Documentation CD-ROM through the online Subscription Store:

http://www.cisco.com/go/subscription

•Nonregistered Cisco.com users can order documentation through a local account representative by calling Cisco Systems Corporate Headquarters (California, U.S.A.) at 408 526-7208 or, elsewhere in North America, by calling 800 553-NETS (6387).

Documentation Feedback

You can submit comments electronically on Cisco.com. In the Cisco Documentation home page, click the Fax or Email option in the "Leave Feedback" section at the bottom of the page.

You can e-mail your comments to bug-doc@cisco.com.

You can submit your comments by mail by using the response card behind the front cover of your document or by writing to the following address:

Cisco Systems
Attn: Document Resource Connection
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We appreciate your comments.

Obtaining Technical Assistance

Cisco provides Cisco.com as a starting point for all technical assistance. Customers and partners can obtain online documentation, troubleshooting tips, and sample configurations from online tools by using the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) Web Site. Cisco.com registered users have complete access to the technical support resources on the Cisco TAC Web Site.

Cisco.com

Cisco.com is the foundation of a suite of interactive, networked services that provides immediate, open access to Cisco information, networking solutions, services, programs, and resources at any time, from anywhere in the world.

Cisco.com is a highly integrated Internet application and a powerful, easy-to-use tool that provides a broad range of features and services to help you with these tasks:

•Streamline business processes and improve productivity

•Resolve technical issues with online support

•Download and test software packages

•Order Cisco learning materials and merchandise

•Register for online skill assessment, training, and certification programs

If you want to obtain customized information and service, you can self-register on Cisco.com. To access Cisco.com, go to this URL:

http://www.cisco.com

Technical Assistance Center

The Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) is available to all customers who need technical assistance with a Cisco product, technology, or solution. Two levels of support are available: the Cisco TAC Web Site and the Cisco TAC Escalation Center.

Cisco TAC inquiries are categorized according to the urgency of the issue:

•Priority level 4 (P4)—You need information or assistance concerning Cisco product capabilities, product installation, or basic product configuration.

•Priority level 3 (P3)—Your network performance is degraded. Network functionality is noticeably impaired, but most business operations continue.

•Priority level 2 (P2)—Your production network is severely degraded, affecting significant aspects of business operations. No workaround is available.

•Priority level 1 (P1)—Your production network is down, and a critical impact to business operations will occur if service is not restored quickly. No workaround is available.

The Cisco TAC resource that you choose is based on the priority of the problem and the conditions of service contracts, when applicable.

Cisco TAC Web Site

You can use the Cisco TAC Web Site to resolve P3 and P4 issues yourself, saving both cost and time. The site provides around-the-clock access to online tools, knowledge bases, and software. To access the Cisco TAC Web Site, go to this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/tac

All customers, partners, and resellers who have a valid Cisco service contract have complete access to the technical support resources on the Cisco TAC Web Site. The Cisco TAC Web Site requires a Cisco.com login ID and password. If you have a valid service contract but do not have a login ID or password, go to this URL to register:

http://www.cisco.com/register/

If you are a Cisco.com registered user, and you cannot resolve your technical issues by using the Cisco TAC Web Site, you can open a case online by using the TAC Case Open tool at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/tac/caseopen

If you have Internet access, we recommend that you open P3 and P4 cases through the Cisco TAC Web Site.

Cisco TAC Escalation Center

The Cisco TAC Escalation Center addresses priority level 1 or priority level 2 issues. These classifications are assigned when severe network degradation significantly impacts business operations. When you contact the TAC Escalation Center with a P1 or P2 problem, a Cisco TAC engineer automatically opens a case.

To obtain a directory of toll-free Cisco TAC telephone numbers for your country, go to this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/687/Directory/DirTAC.shtml

Before calling, please check with your network operations center to determine the level of Cisco support services to which your company is entitled: for example, SMARTnet, SMARTnet Onsite, or Network Supported Accounts (NSA). When you call the center, please have available your service agreement number and your product serial number.