Cisco Aironet 1250 Series User manual

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Read This First
This guide is designed to help you prepare your Cisco Aironet 1250 Series
Access Point (hereafter referred to as the access point) for use on your
wireless network. This section contains important information on what you
you need to know so that you can successfully prepare and deploy your access
point.
Login and Password
The default login and password used to access the access point GUI or CLI is
Cisco. The password and login is case sensitive.
Removing the Mounting Plate
The access point ships with the mounting plate attached. You must remove the
plate before you can connect the power and Ethernet cables and access the
console port.
After unpacking the access point, follow these steps to remove the mounting
plate.

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Step 1 Grasp the access point with both hands as shown in the illustration
below.
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Step 2 With your right thumb or forefinger, pull the security hasp toward
you to release it from the mounting plate.
Step 3 Maintain pressure on the security hasp, use your thumb or
forefinger to push the mounting plate to the right, and slide it off the
mounting plate pins.
Step 4 Remove the mounting plate from the access point.
Radio and IP Address Configuration
The access point ships with its radios disabled and no assigned IP address or
service set identifier (SSID). You must enable the radios when you configure
the access point for the first time. Also, the access point no longer is assigned
a default IP address. It is configured to obtain an IP address using a DHCP
server. If your network does not use a DHCP server, you must connect to the
access point’s console port and assign a static IP address. See the “Obtaining
and Assigning an IP Address” section on page 18.
Bridging Feature Not Tested
The 1250 series access point has not been tested for bridging purposes, even
though the commands for configuring the unit as a bridge are available.

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Before You Start
Because the configuration process varies depending on how you intend to use
your access point, detailed configuration instructions are not discussed in this
guide.
Configuration instructions specific to your intended use are covered in the
“Configuring the Access Point for the First Time” chapter of the Cisco IOS
Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points.
We also recommend that you have the following documents available:
•Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access
Points—provides detailed information for advanced configurations.
•Cisco Aironet Command Reference for Cisco Aironet Access Points and
Bridges—lists all Cisco IOS commands with descriptions and syntax
instructions.
•Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Point Hardware Installation
Guide—provides mounting instructions, compliance information, and
technical specifications.
•Release Notes for Cisco Aironet Access Points for Cisco IOS Release
12.4(3g)JA (or later)—provides system requirements, new feature
descriptions, important notes, limitations, and last-minute updates.

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These documents are also available on cisco.com. Follow this link:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6973/tsd_products_support_series_
home.html
Make sure that you are using a computer connected to the same network as
the access point, and obtain the following information from your network
administrator:
•A host name for the access point.
•The case-sensitive SSID for your 802.11 radio network.
•A Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) community name and
the SNMP file attribute (if SNMP is in use).
•The Media Access Control (MAC) address from the label on the bottom
of the access point (such as 0016462584c), if you plan to use the Cisco
IP Setup Utility to find an access point IP address.
•If you are not connected to a DHCP server, you can assign an IP address
to the access point using the CLI. In this situation, obtain a unique IP
address for your access point, a default gateway, and subnet mask from
your network system administrator.

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Safety Information
The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for
human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by
FCC certified equipment. When used with approved Cisco Aironet antennas,
Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in
OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991.
Proper installation of this radio according to the instructions found in this
manual will result in user exposure that is substantially below the FCC
recommended limits.
•Do not hold any component containing a radio so that the antenna is very
close to or touching any exposed parts of the body, especially the face or
eyes, while transmitting.
•The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited to the
constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments.
Warnings
Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in the
Safety Warnings for Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access Points document that
ships with the access point.

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Warning Read the installation instructions before you connect the
system to its power source. Statement 1004
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. Statement 245B
Warning In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure
limits, antennas should be located at a minimum of 7.9 inches
(20 cm) or more from the body of all persons. Statement 332

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Unpacking the Access Point
Package Contents
Each access point package contains the following items:
•Cisco Aironet 1250 series autonomous access point
•Mounting hardware kit
– – One mounting plate, two 4 x 40 x 3/16 in screws, and a mounting
plate latch (all attached to the access point)
– – Two suspended ceiling T-rail clips, spacers (accommodates
standard and recessed T-rails), and nuts
– – Four 8 x 18 x 3/4 in pan head Phillips sheet metal screws
– – Four #8 plastic wall anchors
– – One 10 x 24 nut (for ground stud on the mounting plate)
– – Two cable tie wraps
•Product quick start guide
•Product translated safety warning document
•Cisco product registration card
Follow these steps to unpack the access point:

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Step 1 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents.
Step 2 Return all packing materials to the shipping container and save it.
Step 3 Ensure that all items listed in the Package Contents section are
included in the shipment. Check each item for damage. If any item
is damaged or missing, notify your authorized Cisco sales
representative.
Note The access point has two radio module slots: Slot 0 and Slot 1. Slot
0 can only be used with the 2.4-GHz radio module and slot 1 can
only be used with the 5-GHz radio module. New radio configuration
changes are associated with the specific module slot where the radio
module is located. Once the default radio settings are changed, the
radio modules should not be moved to a different slot. If you move
the radio to a different slot, the radio configuration must be deleted
and then remade.

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Before Beginning the Installation
Before you begin the installation, refer to the illustrations on the following
pages to become familiar with the access point and the mounting hardware
Caution Be careful when handling the access point; the bottom plate
might be hot.
Caution The access point must be located indoors within the same
building, including the associated LAN connections.
The following illustrations show the access point and identify its features.

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12.4-GHz radio antennas 45-GHz radio antennas
22.4-GHz radio module 55-GHz radio module
3LEDs 6Security lock slot (hidden)
ETHERNET STATUS RADIO
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This illustration shows LED placement.
ETHERNET STATUS RADIO
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This illustration shows the bottom of the access point with the mounting plate
removed.
1Radio module latch 3Console port cable bay
2Ethernet cable bay 4Radio module latch
ETHERNET
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This illustration shows the connections inside the Ethernet and console port
bays.
1DC power receptacle 3Console port (RJ-45)
2Ethernet port (RJ-45) 4Mode button
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ETHERNET CONSOLE MODE+56VDC
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CAUTION
EXTERNAL DC AND INLINE PoE
POWER SOURCE REQUIREMENTS
DETERMINED BY INSTALLED
RADIO MODULES
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Installation Summary
Installing the access point involves these operations:
•Mounting the Access Point
•Connecting Power
•Obtaining and Assigning an IP Address
•Configuring Power
•Configuring Security Settings
Mounting the Access Point
Detailed mounting instructions are in the Cisco Aironet 1250 Series Access
Point Hardware Configuration Guide. This document is available on
Cisco.com.
UL 2043 Compliance
The access point has adequate fire resistance and low smoke-producing
characteristics. The device is suitable for operation in a building’s
environmental air space, such as above suspended ceilings. The access point
complies with with Section 300-22(c) of the NEC and with Sections 2-128,
12-010(3), and 12-100 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, C22.1.

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Note The 1250 series power injector, 1250 series DC power module, and
antennas are not tested to UL 2043 and should not be placed in a
building’s environmental air space.
Connecting Power
The access point can be powered locally by the 1250 DC power module or an
IEEE 802.3af compliant Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) power source. However,
if the access point is powered by an 802.3af source, only one radio is
supported because the two radio operation requires 18.5 watts. Two radio
operation is supported only by the 1250 series power injector and an 802.at
compliant PoE switch.
IEC60950 and IEEE 802.3af devices include:
•A 1250 DC power module connected to the access point’s power
connector
– The 1250 DC power module should be plugged into a 100-240 VAC
source
•The following devices provide PoE:
– An IEEE 802.af compliant power source

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– An IEEE 802.3af compliant Cisco inline power switch
– A Cisco 1250 series power injector (AIR-PWRINJ4)
Note Some older switches and patch panels might not provide enough
power to operate the access point. At power-up, if the access point
is unable to detect sufficient power, the access point deactivates both
radios to prevent an over-current condition, and the Status LED
displays a low power error (cycles blue, green, red, and off).
When power is applied to the access point, it begins a routine power-up
sequence that you can monitor by observing the three LEDs on top of the
access point. When all three LEDs turn green to indicate the starting of the
IOS operating system, the Status LED blinks green signifying that IOS is
operational. When in an operational status, the Ethernet LED is continuously
green when no traffic is being passed and dark when traffic is being passed.
The sequence takes about 1 minute to complete. Refer to the “Checking the
Access Point LEDs” section on page 28 for LED descriptions.
When the sequence is complete, you can obtain the access point’s IP address
and perform an initial configuration. Refer to the “Obtaining and Assigning
an IP Address” section on page 18 for instructions on assigning basic settings
to the access point.

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Note If your access point is connected to in-line power, do not connect the
power module to the access point. Using two power sources on the
access point might cause the access point to shut down to protect
internal components and might cause the switch to shut down the
port to which the access point is connected. If your access point
shuts down, you must remove all power and reconnect only a single
power source.
Obtaining and Assigning an IP Address
To browse to the access point Express Setup page, you must either obtain or
assign the access point IP address using these methods:
•Assign a static IP address by connecting to its console port and opening
the access point CLI.
•Use a DHCP server (if available) to automatically assign an IP address.
You can find out the DHCP-assigned IP address by using one of the
following methods:
– Connect to the access point console port and use a Cisco IOS
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– Provide your organization’s network administrator with your access
point MAC address. Your network administrator will query the
DHCP server using the MAC address to identify the IP address. The
MAC address is on a label attached to the bottom of the access
point.
– Use the CLI and serial port to identify the assigned IP address.
Connecting to the Access Point Locally
If you need to configure the access point locally (without connecting it to a
wired LAN), you can connect a PC to its console port by using a DB-9 to
RJ-45 serial cable.
Follow these steps to open the CLI by connecting to the access point console
port.
Step 1 Connect a nine-pin, female DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable to the RJ-45
console port on the access point and to the COM port on the PC.
Step 2 Set up a terminal emulator on your PC to communicate with the
access point. Use the following settings for the terminal emulator
connection: 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow
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Assigning an IP Address Using the CLI
When you assign an IP address to the access point using the CLI, you must
assign the address to the BVI. Beginning in a privileged EXEC mode, follow
these steps to assign an IP address to the access point BVI using the console
port:
Configuring Power
The access point receives power through the Ethernet cable or an external
power module. The following illustration shows the power options for the
access point.
Command Purpose
Step 1 enable Enter privileged EXEC mode.
Step 2 configure terminal Enter global configuration mode.
Step 3 Interface bvi1 Enters interface configuration mode
for the BVI.
Step 4 ip address address mask Assigns an IP address and subnet mask
address to the BVI.
Step 5 end Return to privileged EXEC mode.