GETTING STARTED GUIDE Cisco Aironet 1600 Series Access Points December, 2012 Revised: April 16, 2013 1 About this Guide 2 Introduction to the Access Point 3 Safety Instructions 4 Unpacking 5 Configurations 6 Access Point Ports and Connectors 7 Configuring the Access Point 8 Mounting the Access Point 9 Deploying the Access Point on the Wireless Network 10 Troubleshooting 11 Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information 12 Access Point Specifications
1 About this Guide This Guide provides instructions on how to install and configure your Cisco Aironet 1600 Series Access Point. The 1600 Series Access Point is referred to as the 1600 series or the access point in this document. 2 Introduction to the Access Point The 1600 series offers dual-band radios (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) with integrated and external antenna options. The access points support full inter-operability with leading 802.
• 802.11af/at – CDP (Cisco Discovery Protocol) • 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 802.11n radios with the following features: – 3TX x 3RX – 2 spatial streams, 300 Mbps PHY rate – DPD (Digital Pre-Distortion) technology – Radio hardware is capable of explicit compressed beamforming (ECBF) per 802.11n standard 3 Safety Instructions Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in the translated safety warnings document that is shipped with your access point.
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.
Step 3 Verify that you have received the items listed below. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco representative or reseller for instructions. – The access point – Mounting bracket (optional; selected when you ordered the access point) – Adjustable ceiling-rail clip (optional; selected when you ordered the access point) 5 Configurations The 1600 series access point contains two simultaneous dual-band radios, the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz 802.
AIR-ANT2524DG-R Dual-resonant gray dipole 2/4 AIR-ANT2524V4C-R Dual-resonant, ceiling-mount omni (4-port) 2/4 AIR-ANT2544V4M-R Dual-resonant omni (4-port) 4/4 AIR-ANT2566P4W-R Dual-resonant Directional antenna (4-port) 6/6 Internal Antennas The 1602I model access points are configured with up to three dual-band inverted-F antennas and two 2.4-GHz/5-GHz dual-band radios. Each antenna covers both the 2.4 GHz and the 5 GHz bands with a single feed line.
Figure 1 Access Point Ports and Connections (top) 1 Antenna connector A 2 Antenna connector B 3 Antenna connector C 7
Figure 2 Access Point LED Indicator (top) 1 1 LED indicator The ports and connections on the bottom of the access point are shown in Figure 3.
1 Kensington lock slot 4 Console port 5 Security padlock and hasp (padlock not included) DC Power connection 2 3 Gbit Ethernet port 6 Mounting bracket pins (feet for desk or table-top mount) 7 Configuring the Access Point This section describes how to connect the access point to a wireless LAN controller. Because the configuration process takes place on the controller, see the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for additional information. This guide is available on Cisco.com.
Note CAPWAP support is provided in controller software release 5.2 or later. However, your controller must be running release 7.4.x.x or later to support 1600 series access points. Note You cannot edit or query any access point using the controller CLI if the name of the access point contains a space. Note Make sure that the controller is set to the current time.
Preparing the Access Point Before you mount and deploy your access point, we recommend that you perform a site survey (or use the site planning tool) to determine the best location to install your access point. You should have the following information about your wireless network available: • Access point locations. • Access point mounting options: below a suspended ceiling, on a flat horizontal surface, or on a desktop.
Performing a Pre-Installation Configuration The following procedures ensure that your access point installation and initial operation go as expected. A pre-installation configuration is also known as priming the access point. This procedure is optional. Note Performing a pre-installation configuration is an optional procedure. If your network controller is properly configured, you can install your access point in its final location and connect it to the network from there.
Step 1 Make sure that the Cisco wireless LAN controller DS port is connected to the network. Use the CLI, web-browser interface, or Cisco Prime Infrastructure procedures as described in the appropriate Cisco wireless LAN controller guide. a. Make sure that access points have Layer 3 connectivity to the Cisco wireless LAN controller Management Interface. b. Configure the switch to which your access point is to attach. See the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for additional information. c.
Note If the access point remains in this mode for more than five minutes, the access point is unable to find the Master Cisco wireless LAN controller. Check the connection between the access point and the Cisco wireless LAN controller and be sure that they are on the same subnet. c. If the access point shuts down, check the power source. d.
8 Mounting the Access Point Cisco Aironet 1600 series access points can be mounted in several configurations, including on a suspended ceiling, on a hard ceiling or wall, on an electrical or network box, and above a suspended ceiling. Click this URL to browse to complete access point mounting instructions: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/wireless/access_point/mounting/guide/apmount.
10 Troubleshooting If you experience difficulty getting your access point installed and running, look for a solution to your problem in this guide or in additional access point documentation. These, and other documents, are available on Cisco.com.
Figure 5 Access Point LED Location 272378 1 1 Status LED The access point status LED indicates various conditions and are described in Table 1.
Table 1 LED Status Indications (continued) Message Type Status LED Message Meaning Operating status Blinking amber Software upgrade in progress Cycling through green, red, and amber Discovery/join process in progress Rapidly cycling Access point location command invoked through red, green, and amber Boot loader warnings Boot loader errors Blinking red Ethernet link not operational Blinking amber Configuration recovery in progress (MODE button pushed for 2 to 3 seconds) Red Ethernet failure
Controller software enables you to configure the access points to send all CAPWAP-related errors to a syslog server. You do not need to enable any debug commands on the controller because all of the CAPWAP error messages can be viewed from the syslog server itself. The state of the access point is not maintained on the controller until it receives a CAPWAP join request from the access point.
You can configure the syslog server for access points and view the access point join information only from the controller CLI. A detailed explanation of the join process is on Cisco.com at the following URL: http://www.Cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6366/products_tech_note09186a00808f8599.shtml 11 Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information This section provides declarations of conformity and regulatory information for Cisco Aironet 1600 Series Access Points.
This device complies with Part 15 rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device operates in the 5150-5250MHz and 5470-5725MHz bands and is therefore restricted to indoor operation only per FCC guidance.
VCCI Statement for Japan Warning This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Aironet access points in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English.
Statement 371—Power Cable and AC Adapter English Translation When installing the product, please use the provided or designated connection cables/power cables/AC adaptors. Using any other cables/adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL-certified cables (that have the “UL” shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by CISCO.
This device complies with Class B Limits of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Cisco Aironet Access Points are certified to the requirements of RSS-210.
Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC & Medical Directive 93/42/EEC 26
The following standards were applied: EMC—EN 301.489-1 v1.8.1; EN 301.489-17 v2.1.1 Health & Safety—EN60950-1: 2005; EN 50385: 2002 Radio—EN 300 328 v 1.7.1; EN 301.893 v 1.5.1 The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10.4 and Annex III of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed.
This device also conforms to the EMC requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC. Note This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. For more details, contact Cisco Corporate Compliance.
As such the systems are designed to be operated as to avoid contact with the antennas by the end user. It is recommended to set the system in a location where the antennas can remain at least a minimum distance as specified from the user in accordance to the regulatory guidelines which are designed to reduce the overall exposure of the user or operator. Separation Distance MPE 0.63 mW/cm 2 Distance Limit 20 cm (7.87 inches) 1.
This Device Meets the Industry Canada Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves The 1600 series device includes a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) as referenced in Health Canada Safety Code 6. The guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed into the limit to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
• United Kingdom, National Radiological Protection Board at this URL: www.nrpb.org.uk • Cellular Telecommunications Association at this URL: www.wow-com.com • The Mobile Manufacturers Forum at this URL: www.mmfai.org Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan This section provides administrative rules for operating Cisco Aironet access points in Taiwan. The rules for all access points are provided in both Chinese and English.
English Translation Administrative Rules for Low-power Radio-Frequency Devices Article 12 For those low-power radio-frequency devices that have already received a type-approval, companies, business units or users should not change its frequencies, increase its power or change its original features and functions.
English Translation Low-power Radio-frequency Devices Technical Specifications 4.7 Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure 4.7.5 Within the 5.25-5.35 GHz band, U-NII devices will be restricted to indoor operations to reduce any potential for harmful interference to co-channel MSS operations. 4.7.6 The U-NII devices shall accept any interference from legal communications and shall not interfere the legal communications.
Figure 6 Brazil Regulatory Information Portuguese Translation Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário. English Translation This equipment operates on a secondary basis and consequently must accept harmful interference, including interference from stations of the same kind.
12 Access Point Specifications Table 2 lists the technical specifications for 1600 series access points. Table 2 Access Point Specifications Category Specification Dimensions (LxWxD) 8.68 x 8.68 x 1.84 in. (22.04 x 22.04 x 4.67 cm) Weight 1.9 lbs (0.
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