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vii Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Preface This section describes the objectives, audience, organization, and conventions of the Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide . Objectives This publication explains the steps for initial setup and configurat...

viii Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Preface Conventions 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...

ix Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Preface Obtaining Documentation Obtaining Documentation Cisco documentation and additional literature are available on Cisco.com. Cisco also provides several ways to obtain technical assistance and other technical resources. These ...

x Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Preface Obtaining Technical Assistance Obtaining Technical Assistance For all customers, partners, resellers, and distributors who hold valid Cisco service contracts, the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides 24-hour-a-da...

xi Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Preface Obtaining Additional Publications and Information Priority 3 (P3)—Operational performance of your network is impaired, but most business operations remain functional. You and Cisco will commit resources during normal busine...

1-2 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 1 Overview Key Features Key Features This section describes the key features of the access point: • Inline power • Omni-directional antennas • Ethernet and serial ports • Indicators • Industrial temperature range and UL 20...

1-3 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 1 Overview Key Features Ethernet and Serial Ports Ethernet Port The access point’s Ethernet port accepts an RJ-45 connector, linking the access point to your 10/100 Ethernet LAN. The 350 series access point receives power ...

1-4 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 1 Overview Key Features Indicators The three indicators on top of the access point report Ethernet activity, association status, and radio activity. The indicators are labeled in Figure 1-1 and Figure 1-2 . Figure 1-1 Indi...

1-5 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 1 Overview Network Configuration Examples Network Configuration Examples This section describes the access point’s role in three common wireless network configurations. The access point’s default configuration is as a root...

1-6 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 1 Overview Network Configuration Examples Repeater Unit That Extends Wireless Range An access point can be configured as a stand-alone repeater to extend the range of your infrastructure or to overcome an obstacle that blo...

1-7 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 1 Overview Network Configuration Examples Central Unit in an All-Wireless Network In an all-wireless network, an access point acts as a stand-alone root unit. The access point is not attached to a wired LAN; it functions a...

2-3 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 2 Installation Installation Guidelines Installation Guidelines This section describes things to keep in mind when installing your access point. Sections include: • Basic Guidelines • Special Considerations • Coverage Optio...

2-4 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 2 Installation Installation Guidelines Minimal Overlap Coverage Option By arranging the access points so that the overlap in a coverage area is minimized, a large area can be covered with minimal cost (see Figure 2-1 ). Th...

2-5 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 2 Installation Installation Guidelines Heavy Overlap Coverage Option By arranging the access points so the overlap in coverage area is nearly maximized, a large number of mobile stations can be supported in the same wirele...

2-6 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 2 Installation Unpacking the Access Point • Building materials – Radio penetration is greatly influenced by the building material used in construction. For example, drywall construction allows greater range than concrete b...

2-7 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 2 Installation Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables Because of hardware differences, setup procedures differ for 340 series access points and 350 series access points. Cabling i...

2-8 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 2 Installation Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables Connecting Cables on 350 Series Access Points Follow these steps to connect the Ethernet cable and power supply on 350 series access points: Step 1 Plug the RJ-45 Eth...

3-2 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 3 Basic Configuration Before You Start Before You Start Before configuring the access point, ask your network administrator for the following information: • The service set identifier (SSID) for the access point. • A syste...

3-3 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 3 Basic Configuration Using the IP Setup Utility Obtaining and Installing IPSU IPSU is available on the Cisco web site. Follow these steps to obtain and install IPSU: Step 1 Use your Internet browser to access the Cisco So...

3-4 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 3 Basic Configuration Using the IP Setup Utility Step 6 Type or paste the access point’s IP address in the browser’s location or address field. (If you are using Netscape, the field is labeled Netsite or Location ; if you ...

3-5 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 3 Basic Configuration Entering Basic Settings Step 8 Type or paste the access point’s IP address in the browser’s location or address field. (If you are using Netscape, the field is labeled Netsite or Location ; if you are...

3-7 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 3 Basic Configuration Entering Basic Settings Using a Terminal Emulator This section provides instructions for Microsoft’s HyperTerminal; other programs are similar. Selecting Pages and Settings When you type names and set...

3-10 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 3 Basic Configuration Default Basic Settings Default Basic Settings Table 3-1 lists the default settings on the access point’s Express Setup page. Table 3-1 Default Settings on the Express Setup Page Setting Name Default ...

4-2 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Checking the Top Panel Indicators Checking the Top Panel Indicators If your access point is not communicating, check the three indicators on the top panel. You can use them to quickly assess the unit’s st...

4-3 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Checking Basic Settings Table 4-1 Top Panel Indicator Signals Checking Basic Settings Mismatched basic settings are the most common causes of lost connectivity with wireless clients. If the access point d...

4-4 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Resetting to the Default Configuration Resetting to the Default Configuration If you forget the password that allows you to configure the access point, you might need to completely reset the configuration...

4-5 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Resetting to the Default Configuration Step 10 After the access point reboots and the Express Setup screen appears, reconfigure the access point by using the terminal emulator or an Internet browser. Step...

4-6 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Resetting to the Default Configuration Reconfiguration Steps for Boot Block Version 1.01 or Earlier Follow these steps to reconfigure your access point if the boot block version on your access point is ve...

4-7 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Resetting to the Default Configuration Step 13 Copy the installation key back to the configuration memory bank by pressing c to select Copy file , then 2 to select Config , then the selection letter for t...

A-2 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Appendix A Translated Safety Warnings Explosive Device Proximity Warning Explosive Device Proximity Warning Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless th...

A-3 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Appendix A Translated Safety Warnings Lightning Activity Warning Lightning Activity Warning Installation Warning Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Waarschuwing ...

A-6 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Appendix A Translated Safety Warnings Power Injector Warning Power Injector Warning Warning The Cisco Aironet power injector is designed for use with Cisco Aironet 350 series access points and 350 series wireless bridges only. Usi...

B-2 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement...

B-3 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Department of Communications – Canada Department of Communications – Canada Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus meets all the requirements o...

B-5 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure The Declaration of Conformity related to this product can be found at the following URL: http://www.ciscofax.com For the 34...

B-6 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges in Japan Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points and Bridges in Japan This section prov...

B-7 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Statements Declaration of Conformity Statements All the Declaration of Conformity statements related to this product can be found at the fo...

IN-1 Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-0738-02 I N D E X A access point/root 3-6, 3-9 antenna 1-2 antenna connector 1-9 audience vii B basic settings checking 4-3 default 3-10 entering 3-5, 3-7 boot block version 4-5 BOOTP 3-5, 3-8 C cautions 2-2 CD-ROM 2-6 CE mark B-5 centra...