Alcatel OmniAccess 1200R User manual

The Alcatel OmniAccess 1200R remote edge access point extends Alcatel’s security,
performance, and RF management capabilities to enterprise branch offices. Similar
to the Alcatel OmniAccess 1200, the OmniAccess 1200R works in conjunction with
Alcatel OmniAccess 4000 WLAN switches and OmniAccess 4100 WLAN appliances to
deliver IT managers and network operators a scalable, intelligent solution to meet
all of their Wi-Fi infrastructure needs.
The Alcatel OmniAccess 1200R remote edge access point communicates with wireless LAN
(WLAN) switches and appliances via a wide area network (WAN) link, enabling it to be
deployed without a locally connected switch or appliance. This enables easy RF
management of remote facilities, and ensures that WLAN capabilities can be extended to
distributed locations with minimal hardware investment.
The OmniAccess 1200R requires no manual configuration. It leverages the Lightweight
Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) to detect the best WLAN switch or appliance via a low-speed
wide area link (i.e., T1, frame relay, etc.) After associating with a switch or appliance, all of
the appropriate WLAN configuration information is pushed from the WLAN
switches/appliances to the OmniAccess 1200R. This enables IT managers to control SSIDs,
security parameters, and even software upgrades from a data center.
Alcatel’s powerful AirView software is used to dynamically adjust the parameters on the
OmniAccess 1200R, enabling it to adapt to changing RF conditions, including channel
assignments and transmission power. By handling both traffic delivery and air monitoring
functions simultaneously, the OmniAccess 1200R automatically tracks wireless devices and
provides real-time wireless intrusion protection for seamless and secure WLAN operation.
Alcatel OmniAccess 1200R Remote Edge Access Point

The Alcatel OmniAccess 1200R has sectorized internal radios and antennas as well as
external antenna connectors. These different antenna and radio options allow the
1200R to be deployed in a variety of different applications. The Alcatel OmniAccess
1200R is plenum rated, ensuring the Alcatel solution can be deployed in different
physical scenarios while meeting all local building code requirements.
A powerful solution for remote offices
With the Alcatel OmniAccess 1200R, no WLAN switches or appliances are required
in remote facilities. The OmniAccess 1200R communicates with the WLAN switch or
appliance at a centralized location via a WAN connection. This reduces the capital
investments required for building a wireless network without sacrificing functionality.
Compared to traditional access points (APs), the OmniAccess 1200R reduces
deployment and management costs by alleviating the need for manual configuration. IT
staff is relieved from day-to-day WLAN management burdens since Alcatel WLAN
switches and appliances automatically handle all configuration, software updates, and
policy enforcement on Alcatel APs.
The OmniAccess 1200R provides simultaneous 801.11a/b/g data service and real-
time air monitoring. This eliminates the need for multiple types of access points to
handle different application requirements. In addition, it eliminates the need to deploy
separate monitoring devices for wireless intrusion protection and RF security.
Features and benefits
The Alcatel OmniAccess 1200R
has many features and benefits
including
WAN-enabled LWAPP
• Reduces WLAN equipment
required in branch offices
• Enables centralized policy
configuration and enforcement
for easier operations
Robust security options
• Works with existing and
planned security policies
• Intrusion protection ensures
that a neighboring business or
malicious user cannot hack
into the branch office network
• Detects and contains rogue
access points
Zero-configuration and
management
• Reduces the cost and time to
deploy a wireless network
• Dramatically simplifies day-to-
day operations
Simultaneous air monitoring and
data service
• Minimizes equipment
requirements
• Simplifies network design
• Increases security through
complete real-time monitoring
across an entire network
Internal and external antenna
options
• Provides flexible deployment
and redeployment options
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Remote Office
Third Party Access Point
Ethernet Switch

Security
The Alcatel remote edge access point works in tandem with Alcatel WLAN
switches/appliances and the Alcatel OmniVista Air Control System (ACS) software to
create a secure yet manageable wireless solution. IT managers can choose from an
array of security options, including WEP, WPA, 802.1x, IPSec, and VPN pass-through.
The OmniAccess 1200R will support the emerging 802.11i standard via software
upgrades, ensuring the Alcatel solution fits in with the enterprise’s long term security
requirements.
The OmniAccess 1200R ships with built-in X.509 certificates which prevent malicious
users from “spoofing” an access point to gain unauthorized access to an Alcatel
network. In addition, Alcatel offers the only WLAN access point that provides both air
monitoring and data services simultaneously, providing rogue access point
containment and intrusion detection in a single cost effective platform.
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Alcatel OmniAccess 1200 Remote Edge Access Point

802.11a
• Indoor coverage: 70 ft (21m) @ 54 Mbps, 150 ft (45m) @ 18 Mbps,
200 ft (61m) @ 6 Mbps
• Outdoor coverage: 140 ft (42m) @ 54 Mbps, 800 ft (242m) @ 18
Mbps, 1400 ft (424m) @ 6 Mbps
• Data rate: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps
• Frequency band: 5.15 – 5.25 GHz, 5.25 – 5.35 GHz, 5.725 –
5.850 GHz
• Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
• Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance (CSMA/CA)
• Non-overlapping channels: 13
• Typical receiver sensitivity: -72 dBm at 54 Mbps, -73 dBm at 48
Mbps, -78 dBm at 36 Mbps, -82 dBm at 24 Mbps, -83 dBm at 18
Mbps, -85 dBm at 12 Mbps, -88 dBm at 9 Mbps, -90 dBm at 6
Mbps
• Transmit Power Settings: 100%, 50%, 25%, 12.5%, 6.25%
• Maximum Transmit Power: 50 mW (17 dBm). Maximum power
setting will vary according to individual country regulations
• Typical Radio Range
- Indoor: 45 ft (14 m) @ 54 Mbps, 110 ft (34 m) @
18 Mbps, 165 ft (50 m) @ 6 Mbps
- Outdoor: 100 ft (30 m) @ 54 Mbps, 600 ft (183 m) @
18 Mbps, 1000 ft (305 m) @ 6 Mbps
Ranges and actual throughput will vary based upon environmental
factors
802.11b
• Indoor coverage: 160 ft (49m) @11 Mbps, 350 ft (107m) @ 1 Mbps
• Outdoor coverage: 1100 ft (49m) @11 Mbps, 2000 ft (107m) @ 1
Mbps
• Data rate: 1, 2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps
• Frequency band: 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz
• Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum
• Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance (CSMA/CA)
• Non-overlapping channels: 3
• Typical receiver sensitivity: -89 dBm at 11 Mbps, -91 dBm at 5.5
Mbps, -92 dBm at 2 Mbps, -94 dBm at
1 Mbps
• Transmit Power Settings: 100%, 50%, 25%, 12.5%, 6.25%
• Maximum Transmit Power: 100 mW (20 dBm). Maximum power
setting will vary according to individual country regulations
• Typical Radio Range
- Indoor: 160 ft (49 m) @ 11 Mbps, 410 ft (125 m) @ 1 Mbps
- Outdoor: 1000 ft (305 m) @ 11 Mbps, 2000 ft (610 m) @ 1 Mbps
Ranges and actual throughput will vary based upon environmental
factors
802.11g
• Data rate: 1, 2, 5.5, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps
• Frequency band: 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz
• Direct sequence spread spectrum
• Carrier sense multiple access with collision avoidance (CSMA/CA)
• Non-overlapping channels: 3
• Typical receiver sensitivity: -72 dBm at 54 Mbps, -76 dBm at 48
Mbps, -82 dBm at 36 Mbps, -85 dBm at 24 Mbps, -88 dBm at 18
Mbps, -90 dBm at 12 Mbps, -92 dBm at 9 Mbps, -92 dBm at 6
Mbps
• Transmit Power Settings: 100%, 50%, 25%, 12.5%, 6.25%
• Maximum Transmit Power: 30 mW (15 dBm). Maximum power
setting will vary according to individual country regulations
• Typical Radio Range
- Indoor: 90 ft (27 m) @ 54 Mbps, 180 ft (55 m) @
18 Mbps, 300 ft (91 m) @ 6 Mbps
- Outdoor: 250 ft (76 m) @ 54 Mbps, 600 ft (183 m)
@ 18 Mbps, 1300 ft (396 m) @ 6 Mbps
Ranges and actual throughput will vary based upon environmental
factors
Environmental Specifications (AP)
• Dimensions: 6 in x 4.4in x 1.6in (INT antenna) 6in x 5.4in x 1.6in
(w/ ext. antenna)
• Weight: 1.3 lbs (AP and ceiling clips) 2.2 lbs (AP with optional wall
brackets kit)
• Power consumption: 10 watts
• Operating temperature: 0-50 degrees C
• Storage temperature: -40 to +85 degrees C
• Humidity: 0-90% non-condensing
Agency approvals
Alcatel OmniAccess 1200R
AS-1200-ABG-REAP
Safety – CSA 22.2 No. 950-95
CSA 1950
EMC – FCC Part 15 class A
EN55022 class A
ICES-003 (Canada)
FCC Part 15, Subpart E
FCC Part 15.247
IC RSS 210 (Canada)
Others IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g
Alcatel OmniAccess 1200R Remote Edge Access Point
Radio Specifications
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