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Cisco Aironet 1200 Series Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
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Chapter 5 Upgrading the 5-GHz Radio Module
Upgrade Overview
Upgrade Overview
This section provides instructions for upgrading the access point 5-GHz radio module (RM21A or
RM22A). The following operations summarize the upgrade procedure:
1.
Remove all cables and power connections from the access point.
2.
Place your access point on a flat surface.
3.
For an access point without the 5-GHz radio feature, remove the 5-GHz radio access cover.
4.
For an access point with the 5-GHz radio feature, remove the existing 5-GHz radio module.
5.
Install the new 5-GHz radio module.
Unpacking the Radio Module
Each 5-GHz radio module is shipped with the following items:
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Quick start guide
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A product registration card
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A T-10 tamper-resistant Torx L-wrench
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A 5-GHz radio compliance label
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A product compliance label (supplied with RM21A and RM22A radio modules)
If anything is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco representative for support.
Removing the 5-GHz Radio Access Cover
On access points without an installed 5-GHz radio module, you must remove the access cover that covers
the 5-GHz radio slot. To remove the 5-GHz radio access cover, follow these steps:
Step 1
Remove all cables and power connections from the access point.
Step 2
Place the access point on a flat surface so that the unit is upright with the front end facing you.