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Overview 1 C H A P T E R The Cisco Aironet 1130AG Series Access Point is available in autonomous and lightweight configurations. The autonomous access points can support standalone network configurations with all configuration settings maintained within the access points. The lightweight access points operate in conjunction with a Cisco wireless LAN controller with all configuration information maintained within the controller. Product Terminology The following terms refer to the autonomous and lightweight products: • The term access point describes both autonomous and lightweight products. • The term autonomous access point describes only the autonomous product. • The term lightweight access point describs only the lightweight product. • The term access point describes the product when configured to operate as an access point. • The term bridge describes the product when configured to operate as a bridge. Autonomous Access Points Cisco Aironet 1130AG Series Access Point (models: AIR-AP1131AG and AIR-AP1131G) supports a management system based on Cisco IOS software. The 1130AG series access point is a Wi-Fi certified, wireless LAN transceiver. The 1131AG access point uses dual integrated radios (IEEE 802.11g and IEEE-802.11a). The 1131G access point uses a single integrated radio (IEEE 802.11g). The access point serves as the connection point between wireless and wired networks or as the center point of a stand-alone wireless network. In large installations, wireless users within radio range of an access point can roam throughout a facility while maintaining uninterrupted access to the network. You can configure and monitor the access point using the command-line interface (CLI), the browser-based management system, or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). Lightweight Access Points The Cisco Aironet 1130AG Series Access Point (models: AIR-LAP1131AG and AIR-LAP1131G) is part of the Cisco Integrated Wireless Network Solution and requires no manual configuration before they are mounted. The lightweight access point is automatically configured by a Cisco wireless LAN controller (hereafter called a controller) using the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP). OL-8369-05 Cisco Aironet 1130AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-1

Section	Page
Cisco Aironet 1130AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide	1
Contents	3
Preface	9
Audience	9
Purpose	9
Organization	9
Conventions	10
Related Publications	12
Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines	12
Locating the Product Serial Number	13
Overview	15
Product Terminology	15
Autonomous Access Points	15
Lightweight Access Points	15
Guidelines for Using 1130AG Series Lightweight Access Points	16
Hardware Features	17
Single or Dual-Radio Operation	18
Ethernet Port	18
Console Port	18
LEDs	18
Power Sources	19
UL 2043 Certification	19
Anti-Theft Features	20
Network Examples with Autonomous Access Points	21
Root Unit on a Wired LAN	22
Repeater Unit that Extends Wireless Range	23
Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network	24
Workgroup Bridge Configuration	24
Network Example with Lightweight Access Points	25
Installing the Access Point	27
Safety Information	28
FCC Safety Compliance Statement	28
General Safety Guidelines	28
Warnings	28
Unpacking the Access Point	29
Package Contents	29
Basic Installation Guidelines	30
Controller Discovery Process for Lightweight Access Points	30
Deploying the Access Points on the Wireless Network	31
Access Point Layout and Connectors	32
Mounting Plate	33
Suspended Ceiling Adjustable T-Rail Clip	34
Opening the Access Point Cover	37
Mounting the Access Point on a Horizontal Surface	38
Mounting the Access Point Below a Suspended Ceiling	39
Mounting the Access Point Above a Suspended Ceiling	40
Mounting Access Point on a Network Cable Box	42
Mounting Access Point on a Desktop or Shelf	42
Attaching the Access Point to the Mounting Plate	42
Securing the Access Point	44
Using a Security Cable	44
Securing the Access Point to the Mounting Plate	45
Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables	47
Connecting to an Ethernet Network with an Inline Power Source	48
Connecting to an Ethernet Network with Local Power	49
Rotating the Cisco Logo	50
Troubleshooting Autonomous Access Points	51
Checking the Autonomous Access Point LEDs	52
Checking Basic Settings	54
Default IP Address Behavior	54
Default SSID and Radio Behavior	54
Enable Radio Interfaces	55
SSID	55
WEP Keys	55
Security Settings	56
Low Power Condition for Autonomous Access Points	56
Intelligent Power Management	57
Inline Power Status Messages	57
Configuring Power Using the CLI	60
Issuing the Cisco IOS Command Using the CLI	61
Configuring the Access Point System Power Settings Using a Browser	62
Running the Carrier Busy Test	64
Running the Ping Test	65
Resetting to the Default Configuration	66
Using the MODE Button	66
Using the Web Browser Interface	66
Reloading the Access Point Image	67
Using the MODE Button	67
Web Browser Interface	68
Browser HTTP Interface	68
Browser TFTP Interface	69
Obtaining the Access Point Image File	69
Connecting to the Access Point Console Port	70
Obtaining the TFTP Server Software	71
Troubleshooting Lightweight Access Points	73
Guidelines for Using 1130AG Series Lightweight Access Points	74
Using DHCP Option 43	74
Checking the Lightweight Access Point LEDs	74
Low Power Condition for Lightweight Access Points	78
Intelligent Power Management	78
Configuring Power Using Controller CLI Commands	79
Manually Configuring Controller Information Using the Access Point CLI	80
Configuring Controller Information	81
Clearing Manually Entered Controller Information	81
Manually Resetting the Access Point to Defaults	81
Returning the Access Point to Autonomous Mode	81
Using a WLAN Controller to Return the Access Point to Autonomous Mode	82
Using the MODE Button to Return the Access Point to Autonomous Mode	82
MODE Button Setting	83
Obtaining the Autonomous Access Point Image File	83
Connecting to the Access Point Console Port	84
Obtaining the TFTP Server Software	85
Translated Safety Warnings	87
Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information	89
Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement	90
VCCI Statement for Japan	91
Industry Canada	92
Canadian Compliance Statement	92
European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein	92
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive)	93
Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure	95
Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan	96
Japanese Translation	96
English Translation	96
Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan	97
Access Points with IEEE 802.11a Radios	97
Chinese Translation	97
English Translation	97
All Access Points	98
Chinese Translation	98
English Translation	98
Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil	99
Access Point Models	99
Regulatory Information	99
Portuguese Translation	99
English Translation	99
Declaration of Conformity Statements	100
Declaration of Conformity Statements for European Union Countries	100
Access Point Specifications	103
Channels and Maximum Power Levels	107
Console Cable Pinouts	109
Overview	110
Console Port Signals and Pinouts	110
Priming Lightweight Access Points Prior to Deployment	111
Configuring DHCP Option 43 for Lightweight Access Points	115
Overview	116
Configuring Option 43 for 1000 and 1500 Series Access Points	117
Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, and 1300 Series Lightweight Access Points	118
Glossary	119

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Cisco Aironet 1130AG Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide

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Overview

The Cisco Aironet 1130AG Series Access Point is available in autonomous and lightweight

configurations. The autonomous access points can support standalone network configurations with all

configuration settings maintained within the access points. The lightweight access points operate in

conjunction with a Cisco wireless LAN controller with all configuration information maintained within

the controller.

Product Terminology

The following terms refer to the autonomous and lightweight products:

•

The term

access point

describes both autonomous and lightweight products.

•

The term

autonomous access point

describes only the autonomous product.

•

The term

lightweight access point

describs only the lightweight product.

•

The term

access point

describes the product when configured to operate as an access point.

•

The term

bridge

describes the product when configured to operate as a bridge.

Autonomous Access Points

Cisco Aironet 1130AG Series Access Point (models: AIR-AP1131AG and AIR-AP1131G) supports a

management system based on Cisco IOS software. The 1130AG series access point is a Wi-Fi certified,

wireless LAN transceiver. The 1131AG access point uses dual integrated radios (IEEE 802.11g and

IEEE-802.11a). The 1131G access point uses a single integrated radio (IEEE 802.11g).

The access point serves as the connection point between wireless and wired networks or as the center

point of a stand-alone wireless network. In large installations, wireless users within radio range of an

access point can roam throughout a facility while maintaining uninterrupted access to the network.

You can configure and monitor the access point using the command-line interface (CLI), the

browser-based management system, or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

Lightweight Access Points

The Cisco Aironet 1130AG Series Access Point (models: AIR-LAP1131AG and AIR-LAP1131G) is

part of the Cisco Integrated Wireless Network Solution and requires no manual configuration before they

are mounted. The lightweight access point is automatically configured by a Cisco wireless LAN

controller (hereafter called a

controller

) using the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP).