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Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh
Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
May, 2008
Revised June, 2011
Americas Headquarters
Cisco Systems, Inc.
170 West Tasman Drive
San Jose, CA 95134-1706
USA
http://www.cisco.com
Tel: 408 526-4000
800 553-NETS (6387)
Fax: 408 527-0883
Text Part Number: OL-12632-03

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  • Page 1 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide May, 2008 Revised June, 2011 Americas Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 http://www.cisco.com Tel: 408 526-4000 800 553-NETS (6387) Fax: 408 527-0883 Text Part Number: OL-12632-03...
  • Page 2 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 reception, try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures: •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1-15 Mounting Instructions C H A P T E R Unpacking the Access Point Package Contents Tools and Materials That You Supply Pole Installation Cable Strand Installation Warnings Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 4 Connecting a Cable POC Power to the Access Point 2-57 Installing the Access Point in Hazardous Locations 2-60 Required Tools and Materials 2-60 Warnings 2-61 Compliance 2-61 Compliance Label 2-61 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 5 Opening the Access Point Radio Cover Removing a Backup Battery Installing a New Backup Battery Connecting the Backup Battery Cable and Closing the Radio Cover What to do Next Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 6 Configuring Option 43 for 1000 and 1500 Series Access Points Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, 1250, 1300, and 1520 Series Access Points N D E X Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...

  • Page 7: Overview

    Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide. Objectives This publication explains the steps for installing the Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point (hereafter called the access point). The access point is available in two models: The LAP1522 and LAP1524.

  • Page 8: Regulatory Information

    Gebruik het nummer van de verklaring onderaan de waarschuwing als u een vertaling van de waarschuwing die bij het apparaat wordt geleverd, wilt raadplegen. BEWAAR DEZE INSTRUCTIES Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide VIII OL-12632-03...
  • Page 9 å forhindre ulykker. Bruk nummeret i slutten av hver advarsel for å finne oversettelsen i de oversatte sikkerhetsadvarslene som fulgte med denne enheten. TA VARE PÅ DISSE INSTRUKSJONENE Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 10 Använd det nummer som finns i slutet av varje varning för att hitta dess översättning i de översatta säkerhetsvarningar som medföljer denna anordning. SPARA DESSA ANVISNINGAR Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 11 Brug erklæringsnummeret efter hver advarsel for at finde oversættelsen i de oversatte advarsler, der fulgte med denne enhed. GEM DISSE ANVISNINGER Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 12 Preface Conventions Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 13 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 1520 Series listed under “Outdoor Wireless.” The documentation can be accessed from the Support box. To browse to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller documentation, click Cisco 4400 Series Wireless LAN Controllers or Cisco 2100 Series Wireless LAN Controllers listed under “Wireless LAN Controllers.”...
  • Page 14 For information on obtaining documentation, obtaining support, providing documentation feedback, security guidelines, and also recommended aliases and general Cisco documents, see the monthly What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation, at: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/general/whatsnew/whatsnew.html...
  • Page 15 C H A P T E R Overview The Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point (hereafter called the access point) is a modularized wireless outdoor access point designed for use in a mesh network. The access point also supports wireless client access, point-to-point bridging, point-to-multipoint bridging, and point-to-multipoint mesh wireless connectivity.

  • Page 16: Hardware Features

    Liquid tight adapters are provided for connector openings, which can be installed before or after deploying the access point. Figure 1-1 Access Point Bottom Connectors Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...

  • Page 17: Chapter 1 Overview

    1. Stinger connector shown is user supplied. 2. Antenna locations depend upon access point configuration (see the “Antenna Connector Locations” section on page 1-6). 3. Liquid tight adapter not shown. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 18 DC Power Connector and Ground Screw Holes Ground screw holes DC power connector Figure 1-4 shows the antenna port locations for all models. The ports used depend on the model ordered. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 19 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Figure 1-4 Antenna Port Locations Antenna port 1 Hinge Antenna port 2 Antenna port 5 Antenna port 3 Antenna port 6 Antenna port 4 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...

  • Page 20: Table

    Fiber-optic connector—internal small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceiver with LC connector • Power-over-cable (POC) stinger connector—customer provided AC power connector (3-pin Remke Mini-Link 50909) • DC power connector—internal 2-pin connector • Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...

  • Page 21: External Antennas" Section

    1-6). All access point configurations supports multiple 2.4-GHz antennas for MISO operation, but only one 5-GHz antenna. When using the optional Cisco compact omnidirectional antennas, the 2.4- and 5-GHz antennas connect directly to the access point. The Cisco omnidirectional antennas use vertical polarization.

  • Page 22: Multiple Power Sources" Section

    Caution injectors, PoE switches, and 802.3af power sources cannot provide adequate power, which can cause the access point to malfunction and cause over-current conditions at the power source. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...

  • Page 23: Ethernet Ports" Section

    The Ethernet cable must be a shielded outdoor rated Category 5e (CAT5e) or better cable. The access point senses the Ethernet and power signals and automatically switches internal circuitry to match the cable connections. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...

  • Page 24: Metal Enclosure" Section

    Streetlight power tap adapter (AIR-PWR-ST-LT-R3P=)—connects to the light control connector on a streetlight pole and provides AC power to the access point. 1520 power injector (AIR-PWRINJ1500-2=)—provides PoE to the access point. • Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-10 OL-12632-03...

  • Page 25: Network Deployment Examples

    MAPs can also have a wired Ethernet connection to a local LAN and serve as a bridge endpoint for that LAN (using a point-to-point or point-to-multipoint bridge connection). Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-11...

  • Page 26: Wireless Backhaul

    Figure 1-6. To support Ethernet bridging, you must enable bridging on the controller for each access point. Figure 1-6 Access Point Point-to-Point Bridging Example Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-12 OL-12632-03...

  • Page 27: Point-To-Multipoint Bridging

    Figure 1-8 illustrates a typical mesh configuration using MAPs and RAPs. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-13 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 28 Chapter 1 Overview Network Deployment Examples Figure 1-8 Typical Mesh Configuration Using Access Points Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-14 OL-12632-03...

  • Page 29: Layer 3 Network Operation

    Figure 1-9 illustrates a typical Layer-3 wireless network configuration containing access points and a controller. Figure 1-9 Typical Layer 3 Access Point Network Configuration Example LWAPP LWAPP Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-15 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 30 Chapter 1 Overview Network Deployment Examples Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-16 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 31 Connecting a Fiber-Optic Cable to the Access Point, page 2-43 • Powering the Access Point, page 2-46 • Installing the Access Point in Hazardous Locations, page 2-60 • Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...

  • Page 32: Unpacking The Access Point

    Antennas, 2.4 and 5 GHz (refer to the “External Antennas” section on page 1-7) • Optional pole mount kit (AIR-ACCPMK1520=) • Optional strand mount kit (AIR-ACCSMK1520=) • Optional banding strap tool (BAND IT) (AIR-BAND-INST-TL=) Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...

  • Page 33: Tools And Materials That You Supply

    Strand clamp bracket – Four cable clamps – Four M8 flange nuts – Four hex bolts (M8 x16) – Four M8 split lock washers and six M8 flat washers – Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...

  • Page 34: Warnings

    • Warnings Translated versions of all safety warnings are available in the safety warning document that shipped with your access point or on Cisco.com. To browse to the document on Cisco.com, refer to Appendix A, “Translated Safety Warnings” for instructions.

  • Page 35: Safety Precautions

    IEC 60950 based safety standards. Statement 1033 Warning When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last. Statement 1046. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 36 Before connecting or disconnecting a power cord, you must remove AC power from the power cord using a suitable service disconnect. For additional important safety instructions for AC power cords, refer to the AC Power Cords for Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points document that shipped with your AC power cords.

  • Page 37: Avoiding Damage To Radios In A Testing Environment

    Using attenuators, combiners, and splitters having a total of at least 60 dB of attenuation ensures that the receiver is not damaged and that PER performance is not degraded. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...

  • Page 38: Installation Guidelines

    Because the access point is a radio 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 •...

  • Page 39: Before Beginning The Installation

    The illustrations do not show antenna port 5, which is reserved for future use. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide OL-12632-03...
  • Page 40 3. The shielded Ethernet cable has a ground path through the power injector and the safety ground wire in the AC power cord. Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074 Warning Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-10 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 41 2 to 16 in. (5.1 to 40.6 cm) diameter 5-GHz antenna Mounting bracket (part of pole mount kit) 1. Illustration shows antennas for an access point with two radios. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-11 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 42 (part of strand mount kit) 1. Illustration shows antennas for an access point with two radios. 2. Liquid tight connector not shown. 3. Stinger connector shown is user supplied. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-12 OL-12632-03...

  • Page 43: Antenna Connector Locations

    2.4-GHz antenna connector (RX) – – – 4.9-GHz antenna connector (TX/RX) 1. Antenna locations specified for a two radio access point. 2. Reserved for future use. A plug is installed. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-13 OL-12632-03...

  • Page 44: Adding The Access Point Mac Addresses To The Controller Filter List

    Enter a description (32 characters maximum) of the access point in the Description field; for example, Step 5 Fisher_Street_00.0B.91.21.3A.C7 shows the location and MAC address of the access point. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-14 OL-12632-03...

  • Page 45: Configuring A Rap

    (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. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-15 OL-12632-03...

  • Page 46: Mounting The Access Point

    You must ensure that the switch port connected to the access point has PoE turned off. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-16...

  • Page 47: Access Point Mounting Orientation

    13-mm box-end wrench or socket set The mounting surface, attaching screws, and optional wall anchors must be able to support a 50 lb Caution (22.7 kg) static weight. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-17 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 48 Use four customer-supplied screws and optional screw anchors to attach the 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. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-18 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 49 0.25 in. (0.635 cm) space. Figure 2-7 Location of Access Point Top Support Bolt Hole Ground lug location Second bolt hole location M8 x16 bolt (supplied with pole mount kit) Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-19 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 50 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 7 (Optional) When using the optional Cisco external omnidirectional antennas, connect them to the access point as shown in Figure 2-2.

  • Page 51: Mounting The Access Point On A Pole

    When installing an access point on a vertical pole, mast, or a streetlight pole, you should use the optional Cisco pole mount kit. The kit supports metal, wood, or fiberglass poles from 2 to 16 inches in diameter. Assembling the Pole Clamp Bracket and the Mounting Bracket When installing an access point on a pole, mast, or a streetlight, you should use the optional Cisco pole mount kit.
  • Page 52 Pole size indicators Bolt holes for pole diameters (11 to 16 inches indicated) 2 to 6 in. • 6 to 11 in. • 11 to 16 in. • Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-22 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 53 Assembled Pole Clamp Bracket and Strap Brackets M8 x1.25x16 bolts (with lock Strap bracket washers) (shown positioned for 11 to 16 inch diameter pole) Pole clamp bracket Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-23 OL-12632-03...

  • Page 54: Pole Mounting

    Do not place the metal straps in the large open area between the pole clamp bracket and the strap Caution brackets, because this does not properly secure the access point. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-24 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 55 Mounting the Access Point Figure 2-11 Clamp Bracket Assembly Mounted on Poles Larger than 3.5 in. (8.9 cm) Pole clamp bracket Metal mounting strap Strap slot in strap bracket Pole Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-25 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 56 Do not place the metal straps in the large open area between the pole clamp bracket and the strap brackets, because this does not properly secure the access point. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-26...
  • Page 57 Note unless the metal bands are cut or disassembled. Tighten the metal bands using the banding strap tool (BAND IT) (Cisco AIR-BAND-INST-TL=), Step 5 following the operating instructions in the box with the tool. Ensure the metal bands are as tight as possible.
  • Page 58 Location of Access Point Top Support Bolt Hole Ground lug screw holes location Second bolt hole location M8 x16 bolt (without flat or lock washers) (supplied with pole mount kit) Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-28 OL-12632-03...

  • Page 59: Grounding The Access Point

    Ensure 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 15 When using the optional Cisco external omnidirectional antennas, connect them to the access point as shown in Figure 2-2.

  • Page 60: Mounting The Access Point

    Install two cable clips, a flat washer, and a M8 flange nut on each clamp support bolt on the front of the clamp bracket (see Figure 2-16). You should only hand-tighten the nuts sufficiently to prevent them from falling off. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-30 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 61 Figure 2-17). Only hand-tighten the bolts. Note When attached to the cable strand, the access point must be vertically adjusted before the final tightening of the bolts. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-31 OL-12632-03...
  • Page 62 Figure 2-17 Strand Bracket Attached to Access Point Strand bracket Second M8 x16 bolt (with flat and lock washers) First M8 x16 bolt (with flat and lock washers) Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-32 OL-12632-03...

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