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Chapter 1 Overview Network Examples with Autonomous Access Point/Bridges Network Examples with Autonomous Access Point/Bridges This section describes the autonomous access point/bridge's role in three common wireless network configurations. The unit's default configuration is an access point. The autonomous 1300 series access point/bridge can be configured in access point, repeater, bridge, and workgroup bridge wireless operating modes. Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range An autonomous access point can be configured as a stand-alone repeater to extend the range of your infrastructure or to overcome an obstacle that blocks radio communication. The repeater forwards traffic between wireless users and the wired LAN by sending packets to either another repeater or to an access point connected to the wired LAN. The data is sent through the route that provides the best performance for the client. Figure 1-4 shows an autonomous access point acting as a repeater. Consult the Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Access Points for instructions on setting up an access point as a repeater. Note Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with repeater access points. Figure 1-4 Access Point as Repeater Access point Repeater 135444 OL-5048-06 Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Wireless Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Hardware Installation Guide 1-9

Section	Page
Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Wireless Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Hardware Installation Guide	1
Contents	3
Preface	9
Audience	9
Purpose	9
Organization	9
Conventions	10
Related Publications	12
Obtaining Documentation	12
Cisco.com	12
Product Documentation DVD	13
Ordering Documentation	13
Documentation Feedback	13
Cisco Product Security Overview	13
Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products	14
Product Alerts and Field Notices	14
Obtaining Technical Assistance	15
Cisco Support Website	15
Locating the Product Serial Number	16
Submitting a Service Request	17
Definitions of Service Request Severity	18
Obtaining Additional Publications and Information	18
Overview	21
Product Terminology	21
Autonomous Access Point/Bridge	21
Lightweight Access Point	22
Guidelines for Using a Lightweight Access Point/Bridge	22
Key Features	23
Power	24
Integrated Antenna	25
External Antenna	25
Ethernet Ports	26
Enclosure	26
Connectors	26
LEDs	27
Operating Roles for the Autonomous Access Point/Bridge	28
Network Examples with Autonomous Access Point/Bridges	29
Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range	29
Root Access Point on a Wired LAN	30
Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network	31
Bridge Network with Wireless Clients	31
Point-to-Point Bridge Configuration	32
Workgroup Bridge Network	32
Network Examples with Lightweight Access Points	33
Installation Overview	35
Safety Warnings	36
All Installations	36
Outdoor and DC Power Source Installations	37
DC Power Source Installations	37
Safety Information	37
FCC Safety Compliance Statement	37
Safety Precautions	37
Typical Outdoor Installation Components	39
Installation Guidelines	39
Site Surveys	40
Unpacking the Access Point/Bridge	40
Package Contents	40
Before Beginning the Installation	41
Installation Summary	43
Mounting Overview	45
Mounting the Access Point/Bridge	46
Mounting Hardware	46
Window Mounting	47
Multi-Function Mount	47
Access Point Bracket	48
Mast Bracket	48
LEDs	49
Autonomous Access Point/Bridge	49
Aligning the Autonomous Bridge Antenna Using RSSI LED Indications	50
Troubleshooting Autonomous Access Points and Bridges	53
Checking the LEDs on an Autonomous Access Point/Bridge	54
Normal Mode LED Indications for an Autonomous Access Point/Bridge	54
Power Injector	57
Checking Power	58
Checking Basic Configuration Settings	58
Default IP Address Behavior	58
Default SSID and Radio Behavior	58
Enabling the Radio Interface	59
SSID	59
Security Settings	60
Antenna Alignment	60
Running the Carrier Busy Test	60
Running the Ping or Link Test	61
Resetting the Autonomous Access Point/Bridge to the Default Configuration	62
Using the Web-Browser Interface	62
Using the CLI on an Autonomous Access Point/Bridge	63
Reloading the Access Point/Bridge Image	63
Web-Browser Interface	63
Browser HTTP Interface	64
Browser TFTP Interface	64
Obtaining the Autonomous Access Point/Bridge Image File	65
Connecting to the Console Serial Port	66
Obtaining the TFTP Server Software	67
Troubleshooting Lightweight Access Points	69
Checking the LEDs on Lightweight Access Points	70
LED Indications	71
Power Injector	72
Checking Power	73
Using DHCP Option 43	73
Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI	74
Connecting to the Console Serial Port	74
Configuring Controller Information	75
Clearing Manually Entered Controller Information	75
Manually Resetting the Access Point to Defaults	76
Returning the Access Point to Autonomous Mode	76
Using a Controller to Return the Access Point to Autonomous Mode	76
Obtaining the Autonomous Access Point Image File	77
Translated Safety Warnings	79
Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information	81
Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement	82
VCCI Statement for Japan	83
Industry Canada	83
Canadian Compliance Statement	84
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC	86
Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges in Japan	86
Japanese Translation	87
All Access Points and Bridges	89
Declaration of Conformity Statements	90
Access Point Specifications	97
Console Serial Cable Pinouts	99
Overview	100
Signals and Pinouts	100
Priming Lightweight Access Points Prior to Deployment	101
Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points	105
Overview	106
Configuring Option 43 for 1000 and 1500 Series Lightweight Access Points	107
Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 Series Access Points	108
Load-Dump Protection for Transportation Vehicles	109
Load-Dump Protection	109
Glossary	111

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Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Wireless Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Hardware Installation Guide

OL-5048-06

Chapter 1

Overview

Network Examples with Autonomous Access Point/Bridges

This section describes the autonomous access point/bridge’s role in three common wireless network

configurations. The unit’s default configuration is an access point.

The autonomous 1300 series access point/bridge can be configured in access point, repeater, bridge, and

workgroup bridge wireless operating modes.

Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range

An autonomous access point can be configured as a stand-alone repeater to extend the range of your

infrastructure or to overcome an obstacle that blocks radio communication. The repeater forwards traffic

between wireless users and the wired LAN by sending packets to either another repeater or to an access

point connected to the wired LAN. The data is sent through the route that provides the best performance

for the client.

Figure 1-4

shows an autonomous access point acting as a repeater. Consult the

Cisco IOS

Software Configuration Guide for Access Points

for instructions on setting up an access point as a

repeater.

Note

Non-Cisco client devices might have difficulty communicating with repeater access points.

Figure 1-4

Access Point as Repeater

Access point

Repeater

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