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Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Acces Point Hardware Installation Guide

OL-24247-01

English Translation

B-11

EU Declaration of Conformity

B-11

Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil

B-11

Access Point Models

B-11

Regulatory Information

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Portuguese Translation

B-12

English Translation

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A P P E N D I X

Channels and Power Levels

C-1

A P P E N D I X

Access Point Specifications

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A P P E N D I X

Access Point Pinouts

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A P P E N D I X

Configuring DHCP Option 43

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Overview

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Configuring Option 43 for 1000, 1500, and 1550 Series Access Points

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Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, 1250, 1300, 1520, and 1550 Series Access Points

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L O S S A R Y

Summary of Contents for Aironet 1550 Series

Page 1: ...sman Drive San Jose CA 95134 1706 USA http www cisco com Tel 408 526 4000 800 553 NETS 6387 Fax 408 527 0883 Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide April 2011 Revised February 20 2013 Text Part Number OL 24247 01 ...

Page 2: ...ent may be limited by FCC regulations and you may be required to correct any interference to radio or television communications at your own expense You can determine whether your equipment is causing interference by turning it off If the interference stops it was probably caused by the Cisco equipment or one of its peripheral devices If the equipment causes interference to radio or television rece...

Page 3: ...tion 1 12 Antenna Configurations 1 13 Low Profile Dual Band 2 4 5 GHz Omni Antenna Array 1 13 Cisco Aironet Dual Band Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2547V N 1 14 Cisco Aironet 2 4 GHz 5 GHz 8 dBi Directional Antenna AIR ANT2588P3M N 1 15 Cisco Aironet 5 GHz 14 dBi 2 Port Directional Antenna AIR ANT5114P2M N 1 16 Cisco Aironet 2 4 GHz 13 dBi 2 Port Directional Antenna AIR ANT2413P2M N 1 17 Cisco Ai...

Page 4: ...and Tools 2 3 Cable Strand Installation Hardware and Tools 2 4 Warnings 2 4 Safety Information 2 5 FCC Safety Compliance Statement 2 5 Safety Precautions 2 5 Avoiding Damage to Radios in a Testing Environment 2 7 Installation Guidelines 2 8 Site Surveys 2 8 Before Beginning the Installation 2 9 Becoming Familiar with Access Point Installation Components 2 9 Opening the Access Point Hinged Cover 2 ...

Page 5: ...2 46 AC Power Cords for Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points 2 49 Connecting Streetlight AC Power 2 51 Connecting an AC Power Cable to the Access Point 2 54 Connecting a DC Power Cable to the Access Point 2 55 Connecting a Cable POC Power to the Access Point 2 58 Configuring the Access Point 2 60 Adding the Access Point MAC Addresses to the Controller Filter List 2 60 Configuring a...

Page 6: ...gulatory Information B 1 Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement B 2 Industry Canada B 3 Canadian Compliance Statement B 3 Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure B 3 European Community Switzerland Norway Iceland and Liechtenstein B 4 Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Medical Directive 93 42 EEC B 4 Declaration of Co...

Page 7: ...y Information B 12 Portuguese Translation B 12 English Translation B 12 A P P E N D I X C Channels and Power Levels C 1 A P P E N D I X D Access Point Specifications D 1 A P P E N D I X E Access Point Pinouts E 1 A P P E N D I X F Configuring DHCP Option 43 F 1 Overview F 2 Configuring Option 43 for 1000 1500 and 1550 Series Access Points F 3 Configuring Option 43 for 1100 1130 1200 1240 1250 1300...

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Page 9: ...ilable in model 1552 The 1552 model is a dual radio platform that supports dual band 2 4 and 5 GHz operation Audience This publication is for the person installing and configuring an access point for the first time The installer should be familiar with network structures terms and concepts Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install replace or service this equipment S...

Page 10: ...that appear in this publication Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Describes the regulatory conventions to which the access point conforms and provides guidelines for operating access points in Japan Appendix C Channels and Power Levels Indicates how to access the document that lists the access point radio channels and the maximum power levels supported by the world r...

Page 11: ...ning IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This warning symbol means danger You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury Before you work on any equipment be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents Use the statement number provided at the end of each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings ...

Page 12: ...bol bedeutet Gefahr Sie befinden sich in einer Situation die zu Verletzungen führen kann Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut Suchen Sie mit der am Ende jeder Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweisen die zusammen mit die...

Page 13: ...SEGURIDAD Este símbolo de aviso indica peligro Existe riesgo para su integridad física Antes de manipular cualquier equipo considere los riesgos de la corriente eléctrica y familiarícese con los procedimientos estándar de prevención de accidentes Al final de cada advertencia encontrará el número que le ayudará a encontrar el texto traducido en el apartado de traducciones que acompaña a este dispos...

Page 14: ... Use o número da declaração fornecido ao final de cada aviso para localizar sua tradução nos avisos de segurança traduzidos que acompanham o dispositivo GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUÇÕES Advarsel VIGTIGE SIKKERHEDSANVISNINGER Dette advarselssymbol betyder fare Du befinder dig i en situation med risiko for legemesbeskadigelse Før du begynder arbejde på udstyr skal du være opmærksom på de involverede risici d...

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Page 16: ...r Installation Instructions Cisco Aironet 1550 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide Click this link to browse to the Cisco Wireless documentation home page http www cisco com en US products hw wireless index html To browse to the access point documentation click Cisco Aironet 1550 Series listed under Outdoor Wireless The documentation can be accessed from the Support box To browse to ...

Page 17: ...s The CM MAC address is only available on the access point cable configuration It is located to the right of the MAC address You need your product serial number when requesting support from the Cisco Technical Assistance Center Obtaining Documentation Support and Security Guidelines For information on obtaining documentation and support providing documentation feedback security guidelines and reco...

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Page 19: ...le modem The access point is a standalone unit that can be cable strand or tower mounted The access point can also operate as a relay node for other access points not directly connected to a wired network Intelligent wireless routing is provided by the patented Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol AWPP This enables each access point to identify its neighbors and intelligently choose the optimal path to...

Page 20: ...del or part number Configuration AIR CAP1552E x K9 Two radio 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz modular version This model supports three 3 external dual band antenna ports An optional Battery Backup Unit BBU and Small Form Factor Pluggable SFP fiber module can be ordered with the AP Countries regulatory domains are represented by the variable x in the product model number For specific regulatory domains supported...

Page 21: ... 3 5 GHz antenna ports This is a lightweight low profile AP It supports cable modem backhaul and beamforming and has an integrated 3 element array antenna Countries regulatory domains are represented by the variable x in the product model number For specific regulatory domains supported by this model refer to the product data sheet at http www cisco com en US prod collateral wire less ps5679 ps586...

Page 22: ...y For specific regulatory domains supported by each 1552 access point model refer to the Wireless LAN Compliance Status at http www cisco com en US prod collateral wireless ps5679 ps5861 product_data_sheet0900aecd805 37b6a html To locate the 1552 access point models click on 802 11abgn Mesh Access Points Table 1 2 Components of Each 1552 Access Point Model 1552E 1552EU 1552C 1552CU 1552I Antennas ...

Page 23: ...rces page 1 21 Cable Modem POC page 1 22 Ethernet PoE Ports page 1 22 Fiber Option page 1 23 Metal Enclosure page 1 24 Optional Hardware page 1 24 Connectors Figure 1 1 through Figure 1 9 show the access point connectors for all models Figure 1 10 and Figure 1 11 show the external antenna Type N connectors Note The illustrations in this document show all available connections for the access point ...

Page 24: ... x K9 Bottom Connectors Note Antenna ports 1 2 and 3 are not shown in Figure 1 1 These ports are located on the top of the access point 1 Antenna port 4 6 Fiber port 2 Antenna port 5 7 PoE out port 3 Antenna port 6 8 LEDs Status Up Link RF1 RF2 4 Auxiliary cable gland entry 1 2 NPT for data cable outdoor cat 5 STP cable 9 PoE in port 5 AC power entry port for model AIR CAP1552E EU x K9 only 4 5 6 ...

Page 25: ... 01 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Figure 1 2 Console Port for Access Point Models AIR CAP1552E x K9 and AIR CAP1552EU x K9 Figure 1 3 Access Point Model AIR CAP1552EU x K9 Top Connectors 1 Console port 2 Not used 282138 1 2 2 3 1 345675 1 Antenna port 1 3 Antenna port 3 2 Antenna port 2 ...

Page 26: ...Bottom Connectors 1552C 1552CU Connectors Figure 1 5 Access Point Model AIR CAP1552C x K9 Bottom Side Connectors 1 AC Connector 4 LEDs Status Up Link RF1 RF2 2 Not used 5 Ethernet backhaul connector 3 Console port 282139 1 2 3 5 4 1 F Connector adapter splitter for cable POC optional 4 Console port 2 AC power connector Not used 5 LEDs Status Up Link RF1 RF2 3 Not used 6 Not used 1 2 3 4 6 5 331577...

Page 27: ...Point Model AIR CAP 1552CU x K9 Bottom Side Connectors Figure 1 7 Access Point Model AIR CAP1552CU x K9 Top Connectors 1 F Connector adapter splitter for cable POC optional 4 Console port 2 AC power connector Not used 5 LEDs Status Up Link RF1 RF2 3 Not used 6 Not used 345703 1 2 3 4 6 5 2 3 1 345837 1 Antenna port 1 3 Antenna port 3 2 Antenna port 2 ...

Page 28: ...CAP1552CU x K9 Connectors for All Models Figure 1 9 Access Point DC Power Connector and Ground Lug All Models 1 RF splitter attenuator ATTN 3 F Connector adapter splitter for cable POC optional 2 RF splitter shunt SHUNT 1 1 Shunt is a 20 amp fuse 3 1 2 255265 1 DC power port 3 Bracket mounting nut 2 Bracket mounting hole 4 Ground lug location connection for earth grounding minimum VD 16 mm 6 AWG 2...

Page 29: ...the antenna port locations for model AIR CAP1552E x K9 The ports used depend on the optional antennas ordered Figure 1 10 External Antenna Port Locations for Access Point Models AIR CAP1552E x K9 1 Not used 4 Antenna port 4 Type N connector with cap 2 Not used 5 Antenna port 5 Type N connector with cap 3 Not used 6 Antenna port 6 Type N connector with cap 255247 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 30: ...th a maximum total output power of 25 dBm for 802 11b g n operation Output power is configurable to 5 levels It has three receivers that enable maximum ratio combining MRC The 5 GHz radio operates in the UNII 2 band 5 25 5 35 GHz UNII 2 Extended ETSI band 5 47 5 725 GHz upper ISM band 5 725 5 850 GHz and the Extended India Band 5 85 5 875 GHz It has two transmitters with a maximum total output pow...

Page 31: ...mation on mounting the antenna with the optional mounting bracket refer to Installing Directional Antenna Mounting Kits on Cisco 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points The AIR CAP1552E x K9 model must always be operated with the three external antennas attached Figure 1 10 shows the antenna port locations for model 1552E Low Profile Dual Band 2 4 5 GHz Omni Antenna Array The Low Profile Dual Band ...

Page 32: ...erating features of the antenna are Omnidirectional colinear array Operates in the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands Gain 2400 2483 MHz 4 dBi 5250 5875 MHz 7 dBi The antenna is designed to create an omnidirectional broadcast pattern To achieve this pattern mount the access point clear of any obstructions to the sides of the radiating element For detailed information on this antenna refer to the Ci...

Page 33: ...Aironet Outdoor Access Points with radios operating in both the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands This antenna has 8 dBi gain in both bands For detailed information on this antenna refer to the Cisco Aironet 2 4 GHz 5 GHz 8 dBi Directional Antenna AIR ANT2588P3M N document Follow all safety precautions when installing the antennas for information on safety refer to Safety Precautions section on pa...

Page 34: ...ing in the 5 GHz frequency band This antenna has 14 dBi in the 5 GHz band This antenna can be installed using the optional directional antenna mounting kit AIR CCAMK 1 which allows the antenna to be mounted on the access point and positioned in multiple configurations For more information refer to Installing Directional Antenna Mounting Kits on Cisco 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points For deta...

Page 35: ...he 2 4 GHz frequency band This antenna can be installed using the optional directional antenna mounting kit AIR CCAMK 1 which allows the antenna to be mounted on the access point and positioned in multiple configurations For more information refer to Installing Directional Antenna Mounting Kits on Cisco 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points For detailed information on this antenna refer to the Ci...

Page 36: ...nnas for information on safety refer to Safety Precautions section on page 2 41 Figure 1 17 Cisco Aironet 2 4 GHz 2 dBi Omnidirectional Antenna Installed Only on Models AIR CAP1552EU x K9 and AIR CAP1552CU x K9 Cisco Aironet 2 4 GHz 5 dBi Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2450V N The Cisco Aironet 2 4 GHz 5 dBi Omnidirectional Antenna is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Poin...

Page 37: ...enna is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Points with radios operating in the 2 4 GHz frequency band This antenna has 8 dBi gain in the 2 4 GHz frequency band For detailed information on this antenna refer to the document Cisco Aironet 8 dBi Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT2480V N Follow all safety precautions when installing the antennas for information on safety refer to ...

Page 38: ... the antennas for information on safety refer to Safety Precautions section on page 2 41 Figure 1 20 Cisco Aironet 5 GHz 4 dBi Omnidirectional Antenna Installed Only on Models AIR CAP1552EU x K9 and AIR CAP1552CU x K9 Cisco Aironet 5 GHz 8 dBi Omnidirectional Antenna AIR ANT5180V N The Cisco Aironet 5 GHz 8 dBi Omnidirectional Antenna is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access P...

Page 39: ... External 12 VDC Power over Ethernet PoE 56 VDC power injector AIR PWRINJ1500 2 only on models 1552E and 1552EU access points Internal 6 ampere hour battery backup only for the 1552E and 1552EUaccess point Warning Connect the unit only to DC power source that complies with the safety extra low voltage SELV requirements in IEC 60950 based safety standards Statement 1033 The 1552 access point can be...

Page 40: ... cord for light pole installations in the US and Canada One end of the power cord is terminated with an access point AC power connector and the other end is terminated with an AC plug AIR CORD R3P 40NA 40 ft 12 2 m power cord for use outside the US and Canada One end of the power cord is terminated with an access point AC power connector and the other end is unterminated AIR CORD R3P 40UE 4 ft 1 2...

Page 41: ...oint senses the Ethernet and power signals and automatically switches internal circuitry to match the cable connections Caution To provide inline PoE you must use the 1500 power injector AIR PWRINJ1500 2 Other power injectors PoE switches and 802 3af power sources cannot provide adequate power which may cause the access point to malfunction and cause possible over current conditions at the power s...

Page 42: ...MA 4 and IP67 requirements Optional Hardware Depending on what you ordered the following optional access point hardware may be part of your shipment External antennas depending on which ones you purchased Strand mount kit AIR ACCSMK1550 Pole mount kit AIR ACCPMK1550 Band installation tool for pole mount kit AIR BAND INS TL AC power cord 40 ft 12 2 m with North American plug AIR CORD R3P 40NA AC po...

Page 43: ...alled universal client access When the access point does not have a wired Ethernet fiber optic or cable connection to the controller the radio role is called a MAP The MAPs have a wireless connection through the backhaul interface to other MAPs and finally to a RAP with an Ethernet or cable connection through a switch to the controller MAPs can also have a wired Ethernet connection to a local LAN ...

Page 44: ... points can be used as a RAP to connect multiple remote MAPs with their associated wired networks By default this capability is turned off for all access points To support Ethernet bridging you must enable bridging on the controller for each access point Wireless client access can be provided over the bridging link however if bridging between tall buildings the 2 4 GHz wireless coverage area may b...

Page 45: ...e links between the access points are referred to as the backhaul links Intelligent wireless routing is provided by the Adaptive Wireless Path protocol AWPP This enables each MAP to identify its neighbors and intelligently choose the optimal path to the RAP with the wired network connection by calculating the cost of each path in terms of signal strength and the number of hops required to get to a...

Page 46: ...r 3 network operation Access points and controllers in Layer 3 configurations use IP addresses and UDP packets which can be routed through large networks Layer 3 operation is scalable and recommended by Cisco Figure 1 26 illustrates a typical Layer 3 wireless network configuration containing access points and a controller Figure 1 26 Typical Layer 3 Access Point Network Configuration Example 14845...

Page 47: ...ccess Point page 2 2 Tools and Hardware page 2 2 Warnings page 2 4 Safety Information page 2 5 Avoiding Damage to Radios in a Testing Environment page 2 7 Installation Guidelines page 2 8 Mounting the Access Point page 2 14 Installing Antennas page 2 36 Grounding the Access Point page 2 41 Connecting a Fiber Optic Cable to the Access Point page 2 42 Powering the Access Point page 2 45 Configuring ...

Page 48: ... Cisco product documentation and translated safety warnings Three liquid tight adapters Two pin DC power connector Ground lug Panduit PLCD6 10A L and screws with lock washers Watertight cable glands for Power over Ethernet PoE ports depending on the 1552 access point model 2 or 3 cable glands are provided Tools and Hardware The tools and hardware used to install the 1552 access point are described...

Page 49: ...ired by local authorities Optional Tools and Hardware That You Supply Tools and materials that are user supplied are Ground lug crimping tool Panduit CT 720 with CD 720 1 die 6 AWG copper ground wire 13 mm box end wrench or socket set Adjustable wrench 22 mm socket or Sealcon S 2200 WR socket wrench 8 Torx screwdriver Small flat screwdriver for DC power connector Optional shielded outdoor rated Et...

Page 50: ...ts serrated flange 5 16 18 Four carriage bolts 5 16 x 5 8LG Strand mounting brackets 1 left bracket 1 right bracket 2 adjustable brackets Four strap clamps Customer supplied 13 mm box end wrench or socket set Customer supplied adjustable wrench 22 mm socket or Sealcon S 2200 WR socket wrench Warnings Translated versions of all safety warnings are available in the safety warning document that shipp...

Page 51: ...r is applied Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available Statement 366 Warning Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source Statement 1004 Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations Statement 1040 Safety Infor...

Page 52: ...3 Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection All connections must be removed to de energize the unit Statement 1028 Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install replace or service this equipment Statement 1030 Warning Connect the unit only to DC power source that complies with the safety extra low voltage SELV requirements in IEC 60950 based saf...

Page 53: ...erly shoes with rubber soles and heels rubber gloves long sleeved shirt or jacket Use a rope to lift the access point If the assembly starts to drop get away from it and let it fall If any part of the antenna system should come in contact with a power line do not touch it or try to remove it yourself Call your local power company They will remove it safely If an accident should occur call for qual...

Page 54: ...o device it is susceptible to common causes of interference that can reduce throughput and range Follow these basic guidelines to ensure the best possible performance For information on planning and initially configuring your Cisco Mesh network refer to the Cisco Wireless Mesh Access Points Design and Deployment Guide Release 7 3 Review the FCC guidelines for installing and operating outdoor wirel...

Page 55: ...ts for connecting your access points Ensure that a DHCP server with Option 43 configured is reachable by your access points or manually configure the controller information in the access point for additional information refer to the Configuring DHCP Option 43 section on page F 1 Become familiar with the access point installation components see the Becoming Familiar with Access Point Installation C...

Page 56: ... consider using lightning protection at the antenna ports for added protection To meet EN IEC60950 22 Clause 4 2 requirements the installer must ensure that additional protection is provided external to this equipment to reduce transient surges from Overvoltage IV to Overvoltage Category II at the AC power input of the access point The over voltage and fault current protection components used to a...

Page 57: ...mined for the intended installation For example some devices are suitable for installation on the load side of the service entrance only and some are suitable for use with cord connected equipment only Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes Statement 1074 Figure 2 2 Pole Mount Installation 1 Stainless steel mounting straps part of pole mount kit ...

Page 58: ...2 Model AIR CAP1552C x K9 Figure 2 4 Streetlight Power Tap Adapter Installation 1 Cable Strand Mounting Kit brackets 4 Low profile dual band 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz 3 element array antenna unit 2 Strand support cable 5 F connector adapter for the POC cable only on model AIR CAP1552C x K9 3 Cable bundle 255246 1 4 3 1 2 5 1 Outdoor light control 3 6 AWG copper grounding wire 2 Streetlight power tap adapt...

Page 59: ...e unit Only unscrew the hinge bolts about 2 turns until they are easily turned by hand do not remove the bolts on the hinge Figure 2 5 Step 2 The cover is hinged on the bottom Carefully open the cover and remove the cover Note If the cover does not open easily carefully loosen the hinge bolts again Figure 2 5 Access Point Front View of Hinged Cover Closing the Access Point Hinged Cover To close th...

Page 60: ...68 to 0 79 Nm Figure 2 6 Hinged Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence Mounting the Access Point This section provides instructions for installing your access points Personnel installing the access point must understand wireless access points and bridging techniques and grounding methods Caution All installation methods for mounting an access point on any wall surface is subject to the acceptance of local...

Page 61: ...ing Bracket page 2 23 Installing 1552C or 1552CU in the Mounting Bracket page 2 26 Cable Strand Mounting the 1552C or 1552CU Access Point page 2 26 Mounting the 1552C or 1552CU Access Point on a Pole Wall page 2 30 Mounting the 1552C or 1552CU Access Point Facing Up in a Vault Application page 2 33 Access Point Mounting Orientation When mounting an access point on a horizontal or vertical surface ...

Page 62: ...for the mounting bracket screw hole locations You can optionally use the individual mounting holes or the mounting slots Table 2 1 Material Needed to Mount the Mounting Bracket to a Vertical Wall Materials Required In Kit Ground lug and screws provided with access point Crimping tool for ground lug Panduit CT 720 with CD 720 1 die http onlinecatalog panduit com Four M8 or 5 16 in 31 mm screws Four...

Page 63: ... mounting plate to the mounting surface Note If necessary use suitable screw anchors and an exterior grade plywood backboard to mount the access point to stucco cement or drywall Step 3 Continue with Installing 1552E 1552EU or 1552I in the Mounting Bracket page 2 23 or Installing 1552C or 1552CU in the Mounting Bracket page 2 26 depending on what you purchased 1 Access point quick mount notches 3 ...

Page 64: ...pole mast or a streetlight you should use the optional Cisco pole mount kit The kit supports metal wood or fiberglass poles from 2 to 16 inches in diameter The pole mount kit contains several parts that you must assemble prior to mounting on a pole First you need to assemble two strap brackets on the pole clamp bracket that are positioned for the pole diameter you are using to mount the access poi...

Page 65: ...with two M8 x16 bolts with lock washers see Figure 2 9 Tighten the bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs 17 6 to 20 3 Nm Figure 2 9 Assembled Pole Clamp Bracket and Strap Brackets Step 2 Screw the M8 nut onto the pole clamp bracket support bolt and tighten just enough to prevent the bolt from falling off Step 3 Go to the Mounting Bracket Assembly on a Pole section on page 2 20 1 M8 x1 25x16 bolts with lock was...

Page 66: ...streetlight pole follow these steps Step 1 Select a mounting location on the pole to mount the access point You can attach the access point to any pole from 2 to 16 inch 5 1 to 40 6 cm in diameter Note If you will be using a streetlight power tap adapter position the access point within 3 ft 1 m of the outdoor light control Step 2 For poles larger than 3 5 inch 8 9 cm mount the pole clamp bracket ...

Page 67: ...iameters of 3 5 inch 8 9 cm or less mount the pole clamp bracket assembly to a pole using two metal straps looped through the space between the pole clamp bracket and the strap brackets see Figure 2 11 to provide maximum holding strength for extreme environments Following the instructions provided with the banding strap tool BAND IT AIR BAND INST TL loop each metal strap twice 1 Pole clamp bracket...

Page 68: ...ening the metal bands Note When the metal bands are tightened to the full tension the pole clamp bracket cannot be adjusted unless the metal bands are cut or disassembled Step 5 Tighten the metal bands using the banding strap tool BAND IT Cisco AIR BAND INST TL by following the operating instructions in the box with the tool Ensure that the metal bands are as tight as possible Step 6 Place the mou...

Page 69: ...g bracket can be adjusted up to 45o to compensate for tilted horizontal streetlight poles Step 11 Continue with Installing 1552E 1552EU or 1552I in the Mounting Bracket page 2 23 or Installing 1552C or 1552CU in the Mounting Bracket page 2 26 depending on what you purchased Installing 1552E 1552EU or 1552I in the Mounting Bracket Step 1 Screw a M8 x16 bolt without a flat or lock washer in the top ...

Page 70: ... Figure 2 13 Location of Access Point Top Support Bolt Hole on 1552E 1552EU Figure 2 14 Location of Access Point Top Support Bolt Hole on 1552I 1 Ground lug screw holes location 3 Second M8 x16 bolt hole location 2 M8 x16 bolt hole top support bolt hole 1 2 255254 3 1 M8 x16 bolt hole 3 Ground lug location 2 M8 x16 bolt hole top support bolt hole 1 2 3 345827 ...

Page 71: ... Figure 2 15 for the 1552E 1552EU model or Figure 2 16 for the 1552I model Note For the 1552E 1552EU model ensure that the hinged door is facing out The 1552E 1552EU access point should be positioned with the LEDs on the bottom to allow viewing from the ground and with the hinged cover facing out Note For the 1552I model ensure that the access point is positioned with the LEDs facing inward toward...

Page 72: ...in the Mounting Bracket There are three different options for mounting the 1552C or 1552CU access point Cable Strand Mounting the 1552C or 1552CU Access Point page 2 26 Mounting the 1552C or 1552CU Access Point on a Pole Wall page 2 30 Mounting the 1552C or 1552CU Access Point Facing Up in a Vault Application page 2 33 Cable Strand Mounting the 1552C or 1552CU Access Point When mounting the access...

Page 73: ...cing Up in a Vault Application section on page 2 33 for installation instructions To mount the access point follow these steps Step 1 Assemble the cable clamps to the clamp bracket on both cable brackets Figure 2 17 You should only hand tighten the nuts sufficiently to prevent them from falling off Figure 2 17 Assemble Cable Brackets Step 2 Secure each strap bracket with two M8 x16 bolts with lock...

Page 74: ... Mounting the Access Point Figure 2 18 Attach Strap Brackets to Access Point 1 M8 x16 bolts with lock washers supplied with cable mount kit 4 Height and Pivot Adjustment 2 Antenna unit assembly shown with the Low Profile Dual Band 2 4 5 GHz Omni Antenna Array 5 Height and Tilt Adjustment 3 Strap bracket assemblies 255245 1 1 2 4 5 3 3 ...

Page 75: ...d on each side of the support cable Tighten the two M8 flange nuts to 13 to 15 in lbs 17 6 to 20 3 Nm Ensure the cable is mounted to the bottom side of the access point Figure 2 19 Attach the Cable Strand to the Cable Mount Brackets 1 Strap bracket assemblies 4 Antenna unit assembly shown with the Low Profile Dual Band 2 4 5 GHz Omni Antenna Array 2 Strand support cable 5 F Connector Adapter for C...

Page 76: ...int continue with Grounding the Access Point page 2 41 and Powering the Access Point page 2 45 Mounting the 1552C or 1552CU Access Point on a Pole Wall The 1552C or 1552CU access point can be mounted on a wall pole or a below ground vault location using the pole mount kit You can use the mounting bracket as a template to mark the positions of the mounting holes for your installation You then insta...

Page 77: ...1552C or 1552CU access point in this configuration you can use only one hole in the grounding block see Figure 2 21 Step 6 Attach the grounding lug and cable to the access point Refer to Grounding the Access Point section on page 2 41 Figure 2 21 Attaching Grounding Lug to Grounding Point 1 Unused 3 Grounding lug 2 Phillips head M4 x10mm screw supplied with pole mount kit 331578 1 2 3 ...

Page 78: ...int into the appropriate quick mount notches on each side of the mounting bracket see Figure 2 22 Ensure that the hinged door is facing out Step 9 Screw a M8 x16 bolt with flat and lock washers into the second bolt hole on each side of the access point Step 10 Ensure that the front of the access point is vertical and tighten the four bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs 17 6 to 20 3 Nm Step 11 For the 1552CU ...

Page 79: ...te to mark four screw hole locations on your mounting surface See Figure 2 23 for the mounting bracket screw hole locations You can optionally use the individual mounting holes or the mounting slots Figure 2 23 Mounting Bracket Position for Vault Mounting Step 2 Use four customer supplied screws and optional screw anchors to attach the mounting plate to the mounting surface Note If necessary use s...

Page 80: ...ttaching the access point to the mounting bracket Step 3 Attach the grounding lug and cable to the access point Refer to Grounding the Access Point section on page 2 41 See Figure 2 24 Figure 2 24 Attaching Grounding Lug to Grounding Point Step 4 Screw a M8 x16 bolt in the top support bolt hole on each side the access point see Figure 2 22 Do not screw the bolt all the way in leave approximately a...

Page 81: ... 23 Ensure that the hinged door is facing out Step 6 Screw a M8 x16 bolt with flat and lock washers into the second bolt hole on each side of the access point Step 7 Ensure that the front of the access point is vertical and tighten the four bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs 17 6 to 20 3 Nm Step 8 For the 1552CU access point continue with Installing Antennas page 2 36 For the 1552C access point continue wit...

Page 82: ...as For information on safety refer to Safety Precautions section on page 2 41 Table 2 3 1552 Access Point Supported External Antennas Product ID Frequency Band Gain Type Supported AP and Required Quantity AIR ANT2547V N 2 4 5 GHz 4 7 dBi Omnidirectional 1552E 3 AIR ANT2588P3M N 2 4 5 GHz 8 8 dBi Directional 1552E 1 AIR ANT2420V N 2 4 GHz 2 dBi Omnidirectional 1552EU 3 1552CU 3 AIR ANT2450V N 2 4 G...

Page 83: ...R CAP1552EU x K9 and the AIR CAP1552CU x K9 The N type connectors support variety of the Cisco Aironet antennas For detailed information on these antennas refer to Antenna Configurations page 1 13 Figure 2 26 and Figure 2 27 shows the antenna port locations viewed from the RF cover side Figure 2 26 Antenna Port Locations Model AIR CAP1552E x K9 1 Not used 4 Antenna port 4 Type N connector with cap...

Page 84: ...le mount environment The antenna bracket kit contains four bracket sections and fasteners that you can assemble in multiple configurations to position and aim the directional antenna in a range of positions For more information on mounting the antenna with the optional mounting bracket refer to Installing Directional Antenna Mounting Kits on Cisco 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points Figure 2 28...

Page 85: ...ofile dual band 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz 3 element array antenna built in only on models AIR CAP1552I x K9 and AIR CAP1552C x K9 Figure 2 28 AIR CAP1552C x K9 and AIR CAP1552I x K9 The AIR CAP1552E x K9 model must always be operated with the three external antennas attached as shown in Figure 2 29 Figure 2 29 AIR CAP1552E x K9 209188 1 4 3 2 1 3 AIR ANT2547V N 2 AIR ANT2588P3M N 345762 1 282145 1 2 3 ...

Page 86: ...her frequency band Figure 2 30 AIR CAP1552EU x K9 The AIR CAP1552CU x K9 model can be operated with the same configurations as the AIR CAP1552EU x K9 model on a pole mount configuration as shown in Figure 2 30 In addition when installed in a cable strand mount configuration the AIR CAP1552CU x K9 model can be operated with configuration shown in Figure 2 31 Figure 2 31 AIR CAP1552CU x K9 1 AIR ANT...

Page 87: ...ou begin Each person involved in an installation should be assigned to a specific task and should know what to do and when to do it One person should be in charge of the operation to issue instructions and watch for signs of trouble 5 When installing your antenna follow these guidelines Do not use a metal ladder Do not work on a wet or windy day Do dress properly wear shoes with rubber soles and h...

Page 88: ... Connect the grounding lug to the access point grounding screw holes see Figure 2 13 using the supplied two Phillips head screws M4 x10 mm with lock washers Tighten the grounding screw to 22 to 24 in lbs 2 49 to 2 71 Nm Step 5 If necessary strip the other end of the ground wire and connect it to a reliable earth ground such as a grounding rod see Figure 2 2 an appropriate grounding point on a meta...

Page 89: ... the Disabling Backup Battery Power section on page 3 10 Step 2 Open the hinged cover see the Opening the Access Point Hinged Cover section on page 2 13 for instructions Step 3 Place the two large reels with the small reels on top as shown in Figure 2 32 Step 4 Align the screw holes in the large and small reels and insert four attachment screws in each of the reel pairs Tighten the screws to 3 to ...

Page 90: ...nd of the adapter to 6 to 7 ft lbs 8 1 to 9 5 Nm Step 9 Carefully remove approximately 1 to 2 ft 30 5 cm of the external jacket from the fiber optic cable exposing the inner strand Step 10 Carefully insert the fiber optic LC cable connector into the rounded end of the liquid tight adapter see Figure 2 33 and push through the adapter Step 11 Wrap excess fiber optic cable around the take up reels in...

Page 91: ...power protection must meet all local and national electrical codes Connecting a 1500 Series Power Injector The power injector provides AIR PWRINJ1500 2 56 VDC to the access point over the Ethernet cable and supports a total end to end Ethernet cable length of 100 m 328 ft from the switch to the access point Note The PoE Out port is disabled when the access point is powered by the power injector No...

Page 92: ...lease 7 0 for more information Step 4 Ensure that the antennas are connected and that a ground is attached to the access point before you apply power to the access point Step 5 Connect a shielded outdoor rated Ethernet CAT5e or better cable between the power injector and the PoE in connector of the access point see Figure 2 34 Step 6 Connect the Ethernet cable to the access point PoE In port see C...

Page 93: ...ion on page 3 10 Step 2 Ensure a 6 AWG ground wire is connected to the access point see the Grounding the Access Point section on page 2 41 Step 3 Use an adjustable wrench a 22 mm socket or the Sealcon S 2200 WR wrench to remove the Ethernet connector plug from the access point see Figure 2 34 for the location Figure 2 34 Location of Ethernet Liquid Tight Adapters Only Models AIR CAP1552E x K9 and...

Page 94: ...n the unterminated end of the Ethernet cable using your Ethernet cable installation tool Warning To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord Statement 1023 Step 7 Carefully insert the RJ 45 cable connector into the Ethernet port opening on the access point and connect to the internal Ethernet connector see Figure 2 36 Figure 2 36 Inserting RJ 45 Connector in...

Page 95: ...ure 2 2 Step 14 Turn on power to the power injector AC Power Cords for Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points The Cisco Aironet 1550 series outdoor mesh access point supports these AC power cord options 40 ft 12 2 m power cord AIR CORD R3P 40NA for light pole installations in the US and Canada 40 ft 12 2 m power cord AIR CORD R3P 40UE for light pole installations in the European Unio...

Page 96: ...t as described in Article 406 of the NEC If the power cord goes through a metal cover install a bushing to prevent fraying of the cord When using a strain relief bushing you should follow these recommendations Use properly sized parts see Table 2 4 for the power cord diameter Use bushings that are safety certified Use parts that are suitable for outdoor installation Caution If your power cord does...

Page 97: ...ower cord you must remove AC power from the power cord using a suitable service disconnect 2 You must protect any AC power plugs and AC receptacles from water and other outdoor elements You can use a UL listed waterproofing enclosure suitable for covering the AC receptacle and AC power plug that supplies power to the unit as described in Article 406 of the NEC 3 When you install the access point o...

Page 98: ...the streetlight pole for instructions see Grounding the Access Point page 2 41 Figure 2 38 Using the Streetlight Power Tap Adapter Step 5 Ensure that the streetlight power tap adapter which uses a 3 pronged LC 10 twist lock adapter is placed between the outdoor light control and its fixture refer to Figure 2 38 The LC 10 twist lock adapter is designed to be used with LC 10 listed outdoor light con...

Page 99: ...s Point Model AIR CAP1552E x K9 Figure 2 40 AC Power Connector Shown on Access Point Model AIR CAP1552I x K9 Step 10 Plug the streetlight power tap adapter into the outdoor light control fixture as shown in Figure 2 38 Step 11 Plug the outdoor light control into the streetlight power tap adapter Step 12 Ensure that the antennas are connected to the access point before you apply power to the access...

Page 100: ...doors or in a wet or damp location the AC branch circuit that powers the access point should have ground fault protection GFCI as required by Article 210 of the National Electrical Code NEC Note For additional important safety instructions for AC power cords refer to the AC Power Cords for Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points document that shipped with your AC power cords The acces...

Page 101: ...Statement 1033 To connect a DC power cable you need to supply these tools and material Shielded outdoor rated DC power cable minimum 18 AWG with outside cable diameter of 0 20 to 0 35 inch 0 51 to 0 89 cm Adjustable or open end wrench Small flat screw driver Two pin DC power connector Cisco supplied To connect the DC power cable to the access point follow these steps Step 1 Before connecting DC po...

Page 102: ...able diameter of 0 20 to 0 35 in 0 51 to 0 89 cm Step 5 Insert a bare end of the DC power cable into the rounded end of the liquid tight adapter see Figure 2 42 and pull approximately 6 inches of cable through the adapter Step 6 Strip the DC cable jacket back about 1 inch to expose the wires and strip the insulation about 3 8 inch 9 5 mm from each wire Step 7 Insert each wire into the two position...

Page 103: ...s Point Powering the Access Point Figure 2 43 Two Position Terminal Strip Step 8 Insert the two position terminal strip into the DC power opening in the access point case and carefully push the terminal strip into the internal connector see Figure 2 44 1 Securing screws 3 Wire opening for DC 2 Wire opening for ground DC return ...

Page 104: ...s point before you apply power to the access point Step 13 Turn on the DC power at the designated circuits Connecting a Cable POC Power to the Access Point The cable configuration on a 1552C or 1552CU access point contains a cable modem and RF splitter but does not contain a cable stinger connector The cable stinger connector is customer supplied Note To ensure system performance with respect to i...

Page 105: ...he reset button for 10 seconds or more see the Disabling Backup Battery Power section on page 3 10 Step 3 Remove the ATTN and SHUNT connector plugs on the top of the access point Follow your cable company procedures to measure the cable signal strength and possibly adjust signal attenuation externally to the access point or on the RF splitter see Figure 2 45 Note The cable modem MAC address is loc...

Page 106: ...ations Step 13 Turn on cable POC power Step 14 Reinsert the RF splitter shunt Step 15 Check the cable modem Power and Cable LEDs and verify that the cable modem receives power and registers to the cable network The Power LED fifth LED from the hinge is green to indicate power is available The Cable LED second LED from the hinge should be blinking green to indicate scanning the cable network and gr...

Page 107: ...t be reconfigured as a root access point RAP The RAPs connect to a wired Ethernet link through a switch to the controller The MAPs use their wireless backhaul interface to connect to a RAP to reach the controller To configure a RAP on the controller GUI follow these steps Step 1 Log into your controller using a web browser Step 2 Click Wireless When your access point associates to the controller t...

Page 108: ...le to you but allows new access point radios to join a network of new access points The BGN can be reconfigured from the Controller CLI and GUI After configuring the BGN the access point reboots The BGN should be configured very carefully on a live network You should always start from the farthest node last node from the RAP and move towards the RAP If you start configuring the BGN in a different ...

Page 109: ...ed to a wired Ethernet fiber optic or cable network to the controller the access point uses the Cisco Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol AWPP to bind to another mesh access point MAP with the best path to a root access point RAP connected to the wired network to a controller The access point sends a discovery request when powered up If you have configured the access point in the controller correctly ...

Page 110: ...2 64 Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL 24247 01 Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point What to Do Next ...

Page 111: ...Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL http www cisco com cisco web support index html Sections in this chapter include Guidelines for Using the Access Points page 3 2 Controller MAC Filter List page 3 3 Using DHCP Option 43 page 3 4 Monitoring the Access Point LEDs page 3 4 Verifying Controller Association page 3 5 Changing the Bridge Group Name page 3 6 Connecting to th...

Page 112: ...gured as untagged access ports A DHCP server is reachable by your access points and has been configured with Option 43 Option 43 provides the IP addresses of the management interfaces of your controllers Typically a DHCP server can be configured on a Cisco switch Optionally a DNS server can be configured to enable CISCO CAPWAP CONTROLLER Use local domain to resolve to the IP address of the managem...

Page 113: ...ign an IP address to other devices including Ethernet bridging clients on the mesh access points MAP Data Traffic If the signal on the access point backhaul channel has a high signal to noise ratio it is possible for a MAP to connect to the controller via parent node but not be able to pass data traffic such as pinging the access point This can occur because the default data rate for backhaul cont...

Page 114: ...If your access point is not working properly look at the LEDs on the bottom of the unit You can use them to quickly assess the status of the unit Figure 3 1 shows the location of the access point LEDs Figure 3 1 Access Point LEDs Shown on the Bottom of Model AIR CAP1552E x K9 Note It is expected that there will be small variations in LED color intensity and hue from unit to unit This is within the...

Page 115: ... power supply is initially turned on all LEDs are amber Meaning Status Black No power applied or LED off Steady green Access point is operational Blinking green Download or upgrade of Cisco IOS image file in progress Steady amber Mesh neighbor access point discovery in progress Blinking amber Mesh authentication in progress Blinking red green amber CAPWAP discovery in progress Steady red Firmware ...

Page 116: ...t with the most distant access point last node from the RAP and move towards the RAP If you start configuring the BGN in a different location then the access points beyond this point farther away are dropped as they have a different BGN To configure the BGN for the access points using the controller GUI follow these steps Step 1 Log into your controller using a web browser Step 2 Click Wireless Wh...

Page 117: ...co part number for the DB 9 to RJ 45 serial cable is AIR CONCAB1200 To order a serial cable browse to http www cisco com pcgi bin marketplace welcome pl Step 2 Set up a terminal emulator program 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 control Step 3 When finished remove yo...

Page 118: ... end of the case see Figure 3 4 For detailed information on the power injector see the Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Power Injector Installation Instructions Figure 3 4 Power Injector Connectors and LEDs 1 Mounting tabs 4 AC POWER LED 2 AP POWER LED 5 TO AP Ethernet connector RJ 45 to access point 10 100 1000BASE T 3 FAULT LED 6 TO SWITCH Ethernet connector RJ 45 to switch 10...

Page 119: ...and connections before contacting your support organization for assistance AC POWER Turns solid green when power injector is receiving AC power and is ready to provide power to the access point Using the Reset Button The access point has a reset button located on the bottom of the unit see Figure 3 5 and Figure 3 6 The reset button is recessed in a small hole that is sealed with a screw and a rubb...

Page 120: ...crewdriver to tighten to 22 to 24 in lbs 2 49 to 2 71 Nm Disabling Backup Battery Power To disable battery backup power follow these steps Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the reset button screw Figure 3 5 Be careful not to lose the screw Step 2 Use a straightened paper clip and push the reset button for longer than 10 seconds When the access point is only battery powered the access poi...

Page 121: ... Guide OL 24247 01 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Using the Reset Button Note The battery backup unit is reactivated when the access point is rebooted power cycled again Step 3 Replace the reset button screw and use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten to 22 to 24 in lbs 2 49 to 2 71 Nm ...

Page 122: ...3 12 Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL 24247 01 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Using the Reset Button ...

Page 123: ...rocedures to install or replace the backup battery in the 1552E and 1552EU access points These sections are included in this chapter Before Beginning the Installation or Replacement page 4 2 Opening the Access Point Radio Cover page 4 3 Removing a Backup Battery page 4 4 Installing a New Backup Battery page 4 5 Connecting the Backup Battery Cable and Closing the Radio Cover page 4 6 ...

Page 124: ...this equipment Statement 1030 Caution ESD can damage the internal components of the access point We recommend that the backup battery installation or replacement procedures be performed by an ESD trained service technician at an ESD protected workstation The following operations summarize the backup battery installation or replacement procedure 1 If the access point has been deployed deactivate al...

Page 125: ...o open the 1552E or 1552EU access point radio cover follow these steps Step 1 Position the access point with the cover attached with hex bolts facing down Step 2 Use a 8 Torx screwdriver to unscrew all the Torx screws on the access point cover but do not attempt to remove the screws see Figure 4 1 Figure 4 1 Access Point Radio Cover Screws Step 3 Carefully open the cover 1 Radio cover Torx screws ...

Page 126: ...y follow these steps Step 1 While holding the access point cover open carefully disconnect the backup battery cable from the internal connector see Figure 4 2 Be careful not to touch the radio board components Figure 4 2 Battery Backup Location Step 2 Carefully place the cover onto your static protected table 1 Backup battery 3 Internal connector for the backup battery cable 2 Backup battery cable...

Page 127: ...U x K9 Do not use this battery on model AIR CAP1552H x K9 AIR CAP1552SA x K9 or AIR CAP1552SD x K9 To install a new backup battery into your access point follow these steps Step 1 Carefully orient your new backup battery as shown in Figure 4 3 over the access point radio cover Step 2 Position the backup battery over the four screw holes in the radio cover Step 3 Use the four supplied screws to att...

Page 128: ...l battery connector see Figure 4 2 Step 4 Close the radio cover while being careful not to pinch the backup battery cable Step 5 Use a Phillips screwdriver to partially tighten each cover screw in the tightening sequence starting with 1 as shown in Figure 4 4 Tighten each screw to 11 to 12 in lbs 1 24 to 1 36 Nm Step 6 Repeat Step 5 using the same tightening sequence to fully tighten each screw to...

Page 129: ... the document on Cisco com follow these steps Step 1 Click this link and go to the Cisco Wireless documentation home page http www cisco com en US products hw wireless index html Step 2 Click Support and the Support and Documentation page displays Step 3 Click Wireless in the Find Product Support column Step 4 Click 1550 Step 5 Click Install and Upgrade Step 6 Click Install and Upgrade Guides Step...

Page 130: ...A 2 Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL 24247 01 Appendix A Translated Safety Warnings ...

Page 131: ...his appendix contains the following sections Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement page B 2 Industry Canada page B 3 European Community Switzerland Norway Iceland and Liechtenstein page B 4 Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure page B 7 Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan page B 8 VCCI Statement for Japan page B 9 Administr...

Page 132: ...ential environment This equipment generates uses and radiates radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encourag...

Page 133: ...se for the system according to the Canadian regulations For further information contact your local Industry Canada office This device has been designed to operate with antennas having a maximum gain of 13 dBi for 2 4 GHz and 14 dBi for 5 GHz Antennas having a gain greater are strictly prohibited for use with this device The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms To reduce potential radio interferen...

Page 134: ...nt Models AIR CAP1552E E K9 AIR CAP1552EU E K9 AIR CAP1552C E K9 AIR CAP1552CU E K9 AIR CAP1552I E K9 Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Medical Directive 93 42 EEC This declaration is only valid for configurations combinations of software firmware and hardware provided and supported by Cisco Systems The use of software or firmware not provided and supported by ...

Page 135: ... Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL 24247 01 Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Medical Directive 93 42 EEC ...

Page 136: ...lth 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...

Page 137: ... cm for antennas with less than 8 dBi gain and 20 inches 50 cm for antennas up to 13 dBi gain European Union This system has been evaluated for RF exposure for Humans in reference to the ICNIRP International Commission on Non Ionizing Radiation Protection limits The evaluation was based on the EN 50385 Product Standard to Demonstrate Compliance of Radio Base stations and Fixed Terminals for Wirele...

Page 138: ...ates in the same frequency bandwidth as industrial scientific and medical devices such as microwave ovens and mobile object identification RF ID systems licensed premises radio stations and unlicensed specified low power radio stations used in factory production lines 1 Before using this equipment make sure that no premises radio stations or specified low power radio stations of RF ID are used in ...

Page 139: ...cess Points in Taiwan This section provides administrative rules for operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan The rules are provided in both Chinese and English Chinese Translation Warning This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment VCCI If this equipment is used in a domestic environment radio disturb...

Page 140: ...ce is caused the user must stop operating the device immediately and can t re operate it until the harmful interference is clear The authorized radio station means a radio communication service operating in accordance with the Communication Act The operation of the low power radio frequency devices is subject to the interference caused by the operation of an authorized radio station by another int...

Page 141: ...er cables adapters 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 The use of cables that are certified by Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law that have PSE shown on the code is not limited to CISCO designated produ...

Page 142: ...ction Figure 1 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 i...

Page 143: ...the Cisco Wireless documentation page of Cisco com To browse to the document follow these steps Step 1 Click this link and go to the Cisco Wireless documentation home page http www cisco com en US products hw wireless index html Step 2 Click Support The Support and Documentation page displays Step 3 Click Wireless Step 4 Click 1550 Step 5 Click Install and Upgrade Step 6 Click Install and Upgrade ...

Page 144: ...C 2 Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL 24247 01 Appendix C Channels and Power Levels ...

Page 145: ...ackup 1 5 lbs 0 7kg Pole mounting bracket 6 1 lbs 2 8 kg Cable strand mounting bracket 1 3 lbs 0 6 kg Connector 1552EU CU Six female Type N antenna connectors 3 for 2 4 GHz radio 3 for 5 GHz radio 1552E Three female Type N antenna connectors dual band ports for 2 4 and 5 GHz radios 1552E EU I AC power connector 3 pin Remke Mini Link 50909 connector 1552E EU I Internal PoE in connector uplink port ...

Page 146: ...midity Access point 0 to 100 condensing access point operating and nonoperating Power injector 10 to 90 noncondensing power injector operating Data rates 802 11a 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 and 54 Mbps 802 11g 1 2 5 5 6 9 11 12 18 24 36 48 and 54 Mbps 802 11n data rates 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz refer to Table D 5 for data rates Environmental ratings IP67 NEMA Type 4X Maximum elevation Operating Sea level at 131o ...

Page 147: ...HT20 28 dBm with 2 antennas 5 GHz 802 11a 28 dBm with 2 antennas 802 11n non HT duplicate 802 11a duplicate mode 28 dBm with 2 antennas 802 11n HT20 27 dBm with 2 antennas 802 11n HT40 27 dBm with 2 antennas Note Maximum output depends on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed For additional information refer to the Appendix C Channels and Power Levels section Table D 1 Acces...

Page 148: ...to 2 4835 GHz 13 channels 5 470 to 5 725 GHz 8 channels K Domain 2 400 to 2 4835 GHz 11 channels 5 250 to 5 825 GHz 14 channels M Domain 2 400 to 2 4835 GHz 13 channels 5 470 to 5 850 GHz 12 channels N Domain 2 400 to 2 4835 GHz 11 channels 5 725 to 5 850 GHz 5 channels Q Domain 2 400 to 2 4835 GHz 13 channels 5 470 to 5 725 GHz 11 channels R Domain 2 400 to 2 4835 GHz 13 channels 5 250 to 5 725 G...

Page 149: ...d to meet IEC 60950 2nd Edition UL 60950 2nd Edition CAN CSA C22 2 No 60950 2nd Edition EN 60950 2nd Edition Radio approvals FCC Parts 15 247 15 407 FCC Bulletin OET 65C RSS 210 RSS 102 AS NZS 4268 2003 EN 300 328 EN 301 893 EMI and susceptibility FCC Part 15 107 15 109 ICES 003 EN 301 489 1 17 Table D 1 Access Point Specifications continued Category Specifications Table D 2 Power Distribution Bud...

Page 150: ...r the AIR CAP1552I x K9 Access Point Configuration Table D 3 Power Distribution Budget for AIR CAP1552C CU x K9 Access Point Cable Configuration Element Nominal Power Watts Absolute Max Power Watts Total power budget when using DC power source 42 50 Total power budget when using POC power source 48 58 Element Nominal Power Watts Absolute Max Power Watts Total power budget when using DC power sourc...

Page 151: ...S Index1 GI2 800ns GI 400ns 20 MHz Rate Mbps 40 MHz Rate Mbps 20 MHz Rate Mbps 40 MHz Rate Mbps 0 6 5 13 5 7 2 15 1 13 27 14 4 30 2 19 5 40 5 21 7 45 3 26 54 28 9 60 4 39 81 43 3 90 5 52 108 57 8 120 6 58 5 121 5 65 135 7 65 135 72 2 150 8 13 27 14 4 30 9 26 54 28 9 60 10 39 81 43 3 90 11 52 108 57 8 120 12 78 162 86 7 180 13 104 216 115 6 240 14 117 243 130 270 15 130 270 144 4 300 ...

Page 152: ...D 8 Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL 24247 01 Appendix D Access Point Specifications ...

Page 153: ...r Table E 1 Access Point PoE Out Ethernet Connector Pinouts Pin Number Signal Name 1 Ethernet signal pair 10 100 1000BASE T 2 3 Ethernet signal pair 10 100 1000BASE T 6 4 Ethernet signal pair 10 100 1000BASE T and 48 VDC 5 7 Ethernet signal pair 10 100 1000BASE T and 48 VDC return 8 Shield Chassis ground Table E 2 Access Point PoE In Ethernet Connector Pinouts Pin Number Signal Name 1 Ethernet sig...

Page 154: ...ed to the 1550 PoE in connector Table E 3 Power Injector Input Connector To Switch Pinouts Pin Number Signal Name 1 Ethernet signal pair 10 100 1000BASE T 2 3 Ethernet signal pair 10 100 1000BASE T 6 4 Ethernet signal pair 1000BASE T 5 7 Ethernet signal pair 1000BASE T 8 Shield Chassis ground Table E 4 Power Injector Output Connector To AP Pinouts Pin Number Signal Name 1 Ethernet signal pair 10 1...

Page 155: ...teps needed to configure DHCP Option 43 on a DHCP server such as a Cisco Catalyst 3750 series switch for use with Cisco Aironet Access Points This appendix contains these sections Overview page F 2 Configuring Option 43 for 1000 1500 and 1550 Series Access Points page F 3 Configuring Option 43 for 1100 1130 1200 1240 1250 1300 1520 and 1550 Series Access Points page F 4 ...

Page 156: ...P Vendor Class Identifier VCI string DHCP Option 60 The VCI strings for Cisco access points that can operate in lightweight mode are listed in Table F 1 The following is the format of the TLV block for 1100 1130 1200 1240 1250 1300 1520 and 1552 access points Type 0xf1 decimal 241 Length Number of controller IP addresses 4 Value List of WLC management interfaces Table F 1 Lightweight Access Point ...

Page 157: ...rver Where pool name is the name of the DHCP pool such as AP1000 IP Network is the network IP address where the controller resides such as 10 0 15 1 Netmask is the subnet mask such as 255 255 255 0 Default router is the IP address of the default router such as 10 0 0 1 DNS Server is the IP address of the DNS server such as 10 0 10 2 Step 3 Add the Option 60 line for access point using the followin...

Page 158: ...ntroller resides such as 10 0 15 1 Netmask is the subnet mask such as 255 255 255 0 Default router is the IP address of the default router such as 10 0 0 1 DNS Server is the IP address of the DNS server such as 10 0 10 2 Step 3 Add the Option 60 line using the following syntax option 60 ascii VCI string For the VCI string use the value from Table F 1 The quotation marks must be included Step 4 Add...

Page 159: ...ndard that specifies carrier sense media access control and physical layer specifications for 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 and 54 Mb s wireless LANs operating in the 2 4 GHz frequency band 802 11n 802 11n is a specification for wireless LAN WLAN communications An addition to the 802 11 family of standards 802 11n increases network speed and reliability and extends the operating distance of wireless networks...

Page 160: ...other without any perceptible delay during reassociation An access point on your network provides wireless domain services WDS and creates a cache of security credentials for CCKM enabled client devices on the subnet The WDS access point s cache of credentials dramatically reduces the time required for reassociation when a CCKM enabled client device roams to a new access point cell The area of rad...

Page 161: ...rver that translates text names into IP addresses The server maintains a database of host alphanumeric names and their corresponding IP addresses DSSS Direct sequence spread spectrum A type of spread spectrum radio transmission that spreads its signal continuously over a wide frequency band E EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol An optional IEEE 802 1x security feature ideal for organizations wi...

Page 162: ...spherical pattern M MAC address Media Access Control address A unique 48 bit number used in Ethernet data packets to identify an Ethernet device such as an access point or your client adapter MAP Mesh Access Point MBSSID Multiple basic SSID Each multiple basic SSID is assigned a unique MAC address You use multiple BSSIDs to assign a unique DTIM setting for each SSID and to broadcast SSIDs in beaco...

Page 163: ...lity while maintaining an unbroken connection to the LAN RP TNC A connector type unique to Cisco Aironet radios and antennas Part 15 203 of the FCC rules covering spread spectrum devices limits the types of antennas that may be used with transmission equipment In compliance with this rule Cisco Aironet like all other wireless LAN providers equips its radios and antennas with a unique connector to ...

Page 164: ...kets pass between the client and the new access point greatly shortening the reassociation time WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy An optional security mechanism defined within the 802 11 standard designed to make the link integrity of wireless devices equal to that of a cable WLSE Wireless LAN Solutions Engine The WLSE is a specialized appliance for managing Cisco Aironet wireless LAN infrastructures I...

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