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Summary of Contents for Cisco Aironet 1800i
- Page 1 ETTING TARTED UIDE Cisco Aironet 1800i Access Point...
- Page 2 About this Guide About the Access Point Safety Instructions Unpacking the AP Ports and Connectors on the AP Preparing the AP for Installation Installation Overview Performing a Pre-Installation Configuration Mounting and Powering the Access Point Configuring and Deploying the Access Point Checking the Access Point LED Miscellaneous Usage and Configuration Guidelines Related Documentation...
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Page 3: About This Guide
This guide provides instructions on how to install and configure your Cisco Aironet 1800i access point. This guide also provides mounting instructions and limited troubleshooting procedures. The Cisco Aironet 1800i access point is referred to as the access point, or abbreviated as AP in this document. -
Page 4: Access Point Features
Access Point Features A full listing of the access point's features and specification are provided in the Cisco Aironet 1800i Access Point Data Sheet at the following URL: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/wireless/aironet-1800i-access-point/model.html The features of the 1800i access points are as follows: • Supported mode(s) of operation at release: Unified (or Local) –... -
Page 5: Safety Instructions
Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in the translated safety warnings document that is shipped with your access point. The translated warnings are also in the Translated Safety Warnings for Cisco Aironet Access Points, which is available on Cisco.com. Warning IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This warning symbol means danger. -
Page 6: Unpacking The Ap
Return any packing material to the shipping container and save it for future use. Verify that you have received the items listed below. If any item is missing or damaged, contact Step 3 your Cisco representative or reseller for instructions. The access point. –... - Page 7 Ports and Connectors on the AP Figure 1 Access Point Status LED and Ports Location Reset button, on the right side of the AP. For information on how to use the Reset button, see “Using the Reset Button” section on page Status LED.
- Page 8 Figure 2 Power-over-Ethernet and USB Ports on the Base 10/100/1000 BASE-T (Ethernet) Uplink USB port for powering the AP, using 5V, 1.5A Interface with inline power capability, power. Auto-MDIX (automatically support either Power the AP using the USB port only when straight through or crossover cables), and PoE power is not available.
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Page 9: Installation Overview
Cisco recommends that you make a site map showing access point locations so that you can record the device MAC addresses from each location and return them to the person who is planning or managing your wireless network. -
Page 10: Performing A Pre-Installation Configuration
See the “Deploying the Access Point on the Wireless Network” section on page 18 for details. The pre-installation configuration setup is illustrated in Figure Figure 4 Pre-Installation Configuration Setup Controller Layer 3 devices Cisco wireless access points... - Page 11 Controller Configuration Guide for the release you are using, for additional information. c. Set the Cisco wireless LAN controller as the master so that new access points always join with d. Make sure DHCP is enabled on the network. The access point must receive its IP address through DHCP.
- Page 12 Note When you are installing a Layer 3 access point on a different subnet than the Cisco wireless LAN controller, be sure that a DHCP server is reachable from the subnet on which you will be installing the access point, and that the subnet has a route back to the Cisco wireless LAN controller.
- Page 13 Mounting and Powering the Access Point The Cisco Aironet 1800i series access points can be mounted, in a vertical orientation, on a wall or desk, to a height of 3 feet. The mounting is done using the wall-mount bracket AIR-AP-BRACKET-NS.
- Page 14 Figure 5 Wall and Desk Mounting Bracket AIR-AP-BRACKET-NS Screw holes for fastening the bracket to the Hooks which click into the recesses on the wall or desk. back the AP, for mounting the AP on the bracket.
- Page 15 Figure 6 Back of the AP Recesses on the back of the AP into which the UART console port, hidden under a mylar hooks on the wall-mount bracket slide and label. To connect, use the custom console click into place. cable AIR-CONSADPT=.
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Page 16: Configuring And Deploying The Access Point
Configuring and Deploying the Access Point This section describes how to connect the access point to a wireless LAN controller. The configuration process takes place on the controller. See the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for additional information. The Controller Discovery Process The access point uses standard Control and Provisioning of Wireless Access Points Protocol (CAPWAP) to communicate between the controller and other wireless access points on the network. - Page 17 • DHCP server discovery—This feature uses DHCP option 43 to provide controller IP addresses to the access points. Cisco switches support a DHCP server option that is typically used for this capability. For more information about DHCP option 43, see the “Configuring DHCP Option 43”...
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Page 18: Deploying The Access Point On The Wireless Network
Cisco wireless LAN controller. Also, if the access point is not on the same subnet as the Cisco wireless LAN controller, be sure that there is a properly configured DHCP server on the same subnet as the access point. See the “Configuring DHCP Option 43”... -
Page 19: Checking The Access Point Led
DRAM memory test OK Board initialization in progress Initializing FLASH file system FLASH memory test OK Initializing Ethernet Ethernet OK Starting the Cisco AP-OS operating system of the Initialization successful Association status Chirping Green Normal operating condition, but no wireless client associated... - Page 20 One of the following: • Environment variable failure • Bad MAC address • Ethernet failure during image recovery • Boot environment failure • No Cisco image file • Boot failure Cisco Access Point Blinking Software failure; try disconnecting and Operating System...
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Page 21: Ethernet Port Leds
Ethernet Port LEDs The Ethernet port has two LEDs for showing Link (Green) and Activity (Amber) statuses. They are integrated on the RJ45 connector. For a description of the statuses they indicate, see the following table. 100M 100M 1000M 1000M Link Active Link... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting The Access Point To Cisco Controller Join Process
2500 series controllers and the Controller Network Module within the Cisco 28/37/38xx Series Integrated Services Routers. The maximum number of access points varies for the Cisco WiSM2, depending on which Note controller software release is being used. - Page 23 Important Information for Controller-based Deployments Keep these guidelines in mind when you use 1800i series access points: • The access point can only communicate with Cisco wireless LAN controllers. • The access point does not support Wireless Domain Services (WDS) and cannot communicate with WDS devices.
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Page 24: Configuring Dhcp Option
• Length: Number of controller IP addresses * 4 • Value: List of WLC management interfaces To configure DHCP Option 43 in the embedded Cisco IOS DHCP server, follow these steps: Enter configuration mode at the Cisco IOS CLI. Step 1... -
Page 25: Related Documentation
The resulting Cisco IOS command added to the DHCP scope is option 43 hex f1080a7e7e020a7f7f02. Related Documentation All user documentation for the Cisco Aironet 1800i series access point is available at the following URL: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/wireless/aironet-1800i-access-point/model.html For detailed information and guidelines for configuring and deploying your access point in a wireless network, see the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide, at the following URL: www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/wireless/wireless-lan-controller-software/products-installation-and-c... -
Page 26: Declarations Of Conformity And Regulatory Information
Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information This section provides declarations of conformity and regulatory information for the Cisco Aironet 1800i Access Point. You can find additional information at this URL: www.cisco.com/go/aironet/compliance Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Tested To Comply... -
Page 27: Vcci Statement For Japan
The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating Caution at this frequency when using the integrated antennas. Any changes or modification to the product not expressly approved by Cisco could void the user’s authority to operate this device. VCCI Statement for Japan... -
Page 28: Guidelines For Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points In Japan
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. Japanese Translation 03-6434-6500 English Translation This equipment operates 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. - Page 29 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...
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Page 30: Industry Canada
Industry Canada Access Point Models Certification Number AIR-AP1800I-A-K9 2461B-102112 Canadian Compliance Statement This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. -
Page 31: European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, And Liechtenstein
Operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems. La bande 5 150-5 250 MHz est réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l'intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux. -
Page 32: Declaration Of Conformity With Regard To The R&Tte Directive 1999/5/Ec & Medical Directive 93/42/Eec
Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC & Medical Directive 93/42/EEC... - Page 33 The following standards were applied: EMC—EN 301.489-1 v1.9.2; EN 301.489-17 v2.2.1 Health & Safety—EN60950-1: 2006; EN 50385: 2002 Radio—EN 300 328 v 1.8.1; EN 301.893 v 1.7.1 The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10.4 and Annex III of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed.
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Page 34: Declaration Of Conformity For Rf Exposure
This section contains information on compliance with guidelines related to RF exposure. Generic Discussion on RF Exposure The Cisco products are designed to comply with the following national and international standards on Human Exposure to Radio Frequencies: • US 47 Code of Federal Regulations Part 2 Subpart J •... -
Page 35: This Device Meets Fcc Guidelines For Exposure To Radio Waves
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. -
Page 36: This Device Meets The Industry Canada Guidelines For Exposure To Radio Waves
This Device Meets the Industry Canada Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves The 1800i access point 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. -
Page 37: Additional Information On Rf Exposure
Additional Information on RF Exposure You can find additional information on the subject at the following links: • Cisco Systems Spread Spectrum Radios and RF Safety white paper at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/cc/pd/witc/ao340ap/prodlit/rfhr_wi.htm • FCC Bulletin 56: Questions and Answers about Biological Effects and Potential Hazards of Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields •... -
Page 38: Administrative Rules For Cisco Aironet Access Points In Taiwan
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. Chinese Translation English Translation Administrative Rules for Low-power Radio-Frequency Devices... - Page 39 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 intentional or unintentional radiator, by industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) equipment, or by an incidental radiator.
- Page 40 English Translation Low-power Radio-frequency Devices Technical Specifications 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.
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Page 41: Operation Of Cisco Aironet Access Points In Brazil
Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil This section contains special information for operation of Cisco Aironet access points in Brazil. Access Point Models: AIR-AP1800I-Z-K9 Figure 7 Brazil Regulatory Information Portuguese Translation Este equipamento não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial e não pode causar interferência em sistemas devidamente autorizados. - Page 42 © 2020 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. To view a list of Cisco trademarks, go to this URL: www.cisco.com/go/trademarks. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word partner does...