Page 1 Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul FM1200 Volo Installation and Configuration Manual (Formerly Fluidmesh) Model FM1200V-HW | Edition 1.15 | Firmware 7.8.0...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Antenna Staging Kit ................ 28 Removable Bottom Housing ............28 5.1.2. Best Practice For Shielded CAT5/6 Connectors ......29 5.1.3. Cisco FM1200 Volo Status And Link LEDs ........30 Unit And Link Quality Status ............30 Boot Sequence ................30 ©...
Page 4 7. Device Configuration Using The Configurator Interface ........45 7.1. Software And Hardware Prerequisites ............ 47 7.2. Accessing The Cisco FM1200 Volo For Device Configuration ....47 7.2.1. Local Access And Login For Initial Configuration ......47 7.2.2. Initial Configuration With The Unit In Provisioning Mode ....50 7.3.
Page 5 8.2.3. Reactivating A Deactivated Plug-In ..........150 8.2.4. Exporting And Uploading Multiple Activation Codes ...... 151 8.2.5. Sharing License Codes And Accepting Shared License Codes ..152 9. Troubleshooting ..................154 © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 5 of 175...
Page 6 9.4. The Wireless Link Is Poor Or Non-Existent In Bridge Mode ....155 9.5. I Purchased A Cisco Device, But It Is Not Shown In FM Racer ..9.6. I Cannot Connect My Cisco Device To The FM Racer Interface ..
Page 7: Hazardous Condition Warnings
HAZARDOUS CONDITION WARNINGS 1. HAZARDOUS CONDITION WARNINGS Like all other global technology vendors, Cisco is required to complywith all local health and government regulations in the locations in whichwe operate. This includes meeting radio frequency (RF) exposure limitsfor our products.
Page 8: Radio-Frequency Transmission Hazard
RF exposure. Make sure that all RF feeds are securely connected to an appropriate antenna. Never activate any RF-capable device that is not connected to an antenna. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 8 of 175...
Page 9: Hot Surfaces Hazard
The outer surfaces of transceiver and gateway unit enclosures may become hot during normal operation. During normal operation, do not touch or handle the unit enclosure without personal protective equipment. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 9 of 175...
Page 10: Reporting Mistakes And Recommending Improvements
If you find any mistakes, or if you know of a way to improve the procedures that are given, please let us know by E-mailing your suggestions to documentation@cisco.com. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 10 of 175...
Page 11: Getting Started
The Cisco FM1200 Volo radio transceiver Introduction The Cisco FM1200 Volo (model FM1200V-HW) is designed to operate in the sub-6 GHz range as a wireless data backhaul link. In non-technical terms, this means it is designed to function as an intermediate radio link between a core wired data network and a sub-network.
Page 12: Unit Function And Throughput Speed
Cisco components is being upgraded,the Prodigy 1.0 protocol with limited functionality can be selected to guarantee compatibility. Prodigy uses a traffic optimization algorithm that allows every Cisco radio to assign a specific priority level to every forwarded data packet. Unit configuration The unit is compatible with Cisco RACER™.
Page 13: Environmental Rating
For detailed product specifications, refer to the product data sheet for the Cisco FM1200 Volo. Transceiver and gateway unit power consumption In service, Cisco transceiver units and gateway units consume electrical power at the rates given in the table below. IMPORTANT...
Page 14: Cisco Architecture
3.2. Cisco Architecture 3.2.1. Overview Wireless network architectures Depending on the network design and the type of components used, the Cisco FM1200 Volo can be used to create wireless network architectures, including: • Point-to-point (P2P) links. • Point-to-multipoint (PTMP) sectors.
Page 15: Cisco Technologies
Prodigy is Cisco's proprietary implementation of the Multi-Protocol- Label-Switching (MPLS) standard. IMPORTANT A Cisco device only features Prodigy selection if the installed Prodigy engine includes the selection feature. Cisco devices that are designed to operate exclusively in Bridge Mode (in other words, point-to-point configuration) do not feature Prodigy.
Page 16: Fm Racer
Prodigy 1.0 and Prodigy 2.0 are not compatible with each other. Do not implement the two protocol versions within the same network. If you are expanding an existing network using new Cisco hardware components, make sure that all components are compatible with each other by: 1.
Page 17: Point-To-Point Wireless Bridge
Getting Started IMPORTANT VGbe is only supported when the Cisco FM1200 Volo is configured as a Mesh End or Mesh Point unit. If the unit is switched to Bridge mode, VGbe will be disabled. A representation of the scenarios in which VGbe is active are shown...
Page 18: Mesh Network Architecture
In a reliable mesh network with an acceptable amount of redundancy, every stream of data packets may reach the base station through any of a variety of paths. The Cisco FM1200 Volo is designed to act as an 'intelligent router' that is able to forward packets coming from other Cisco components in real time, based on an optimal, software- determined path.
Page 19: Cisco Network Addressing
3.3. Cisco network addressing 3.3.1. Bridge IP addressing If needed, the Cisco FM1200 Volo can be operated in Bridge mode. This creates a single point-to-point connection between two network segments. A simplified example of a Bridge mode connection is shown in...
Page 20: Unit Identification And Addressing
(page 45). Regardless of its configuration and operating mode, every Cisco radio transceiver is shipped from the factory with a unique unit identification (ID) number. This number always takes the following form: 5.a.b.c The triplet a.b.c uniquely identifies the individual physical hardware unit, and cannot be changed.
Page 21: Operating The Unit In Mesh Point Mode Or Mesh End Mode
Figure 5. Cisco Network Addressing Operating the unit in Mesh Point mode or Mesh End mode If the Cisco FM1200 Volo radio transceiver unit is installed as part of a mesh network architecture, it can be set to operate in either of two operating modes: •...
Page 22: Network Addressing
Connecting and configuring an Ethernet edge device Ethernet edge devices such as IP cameras and Wi-Fi access points can be connected to the Ethernet ports of the Cisco FM1200 Volo. Such edge devices must be configured using the IP subnet scheme defined for the broadcast domain.
Page 23: Cisco Radio Transceivers
255.255.255.0. You can configure any Ethernet device manually or automatically, using a DHCP server that resides on the LAN network. The Cisco network is totally transparent to DHCP, therefore, DHCP requests and responses can be forwarded transparently across the network.
Page 24: Installing The Radio
IMPORTANT The FM Ponte transceiver kit includes two multi-axis mounting brackets (Cisco part number FM-BRKT). The FM1200 Volo transceiver kit includes a single FM-BRKT mounting bracket. The FM-BRKT mounting kits do not need to be purchased separately. The diagram below shows the components and assembly sequence for installing the radio using the Cisco multi-axis mounting bracket.
Page 25 15. Aim and adjust the radio correctly. You can aim the unit in the vertical and horizontal planes. 16. Fully tighten the M6 nut and M8 nuts. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 25 of 175...
Page 26: Installing The Radio Using Tie-Wraps
Place the radio against the utility pole at the chosen mounting point (below). Route the two tie-wraps through the clamp holes of the radio’s mounting lug (below). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 26 of 175...
Page 27 Aim and adjust the radio correctly. You can aim the unit in the horizontal plane only. Pull the ends of the tie-wraps until the radio assembly is secure. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 27 of 175...
Page 28: Hardware Installation
Installation hardware Metal clamps are supplied as part of the installation package, to allow mounting of the unit on utility poles. Refer to the Cisco FM1200 Volo installation instructions for details. Antenna staging kit The Cisco FM1200 Volo installation package includes a staging kit that allows you to test the vertical alignment of the unit's built-in antenna.
Page 29: Best Practice For Shielded Cat5/6 Connectors
Ethernet port. • When each RJ45 connector is plugged into the correct Ethernet port of the Cisco FM1200 Volo, lock the bottom of the RJ45 connector using the side retaining screws. • When all RJ45 connectors are connected to the unit, make sure that the bottom cover of the unit is correctly secured to the unit enclosure.
Page 30: Cisco Fm1200 Volo Status And Link Leds
5.1.3. Cisco FM1200 Volo Status and link LEDs Unit and link quality status The front panel of the Cisco FM1200 Volo (as seen below) contains seven LEDs. The panel is used to check the unit status and wireless link quality status.
Page 31: Supplying Power To The Cisco Fm1200 Volo
• Ensure proper grounding (earthing) and reliable connectivity by using shielded CAT5/6 cables and connectors. • If you are connecting the Cisco FM1200 Volo directly to a power source, only use the included 24 Vdc mode B passive PoE © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
Page 32 Cisco. • If you are 'daisy-chaining’ (in other words, connecting the Cisco FM1200 Volo to a switch or a router through a 24 Vdc mode B passive PoE injector), note the following points: • The unit is designed to accept 24 Vdc passive mode B PoE power only.
Page 33: Connecting Power To The Cisco Fm1200 Volo
“Electrical power requirements” (page 158). Connecting power through a LAN RJ45 port The Cisco FM1200 Volo radio transceiver unit has two Ethernet ports (Figure 8 (page 33)). Figure 8. Device connector ports © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
Page 34: Rebooting The Firmware And Resetting The Unit To Factory Defaults
Ethernet port labelled LAN1/POE. 5.1.5. Rebooting the firmware and resetting the unit to factory defaults The Cisco FM1200 Volo hardware can be rebooted and reset to factory default condition using the procedures in this section. IMPORTANT The following procedure shows how to do a 'hard' (device firmware) reboot.
Page 35: Resetting The Unit To Factory Settings
1. To do the reset using the offline Configurator interface, refer to “Resetting the unit to factory defaults” (page 138). 2. To do the reset using FM Racer, refer to the Cisco Networks FM Racer User Manual. 3. To do the reset by physically accessing the unit, follow the procedure below.
Page 36: Suitability For Outdoor Installation
• The administrator user name and password will both be reset to admin. 5.1.6. Suitability for outdoor installation The Cisco FM1200 Volo was specifically designed for installation in harsh outdoor environments. Under operating conditions, the unit is completely sealed, and is capable of high-performance operation in outdoor environments, and under severe conditions such as water spray, salt, and extreme fluctuations in cold and heat.
Page 37: Connecting The Cisco Fm1200 Volo To Networking And Communications Hardware
Hardware installation 5.2. Connecting the Cisco FM1200 Volo to networking and communications hardware 5.2.1. Terminal assignments for power and data connectors IMPORTANT Always use outdoor-rated, RF-shielded Ethernet cables when connecting the Power and LAN ports of a Cisco hardware device to external hardware.
Page 38 • Terminal 4: Blue wire • Terminal 5: Blue wire with white tracer • Terminal 6: Green wire • Terminal 7: Brown wire with white tracer • Terminal 8: Brown wire © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 38 of 175...
Page 39: Connecting Lan Cables To The Unit
Removing the screws will damage the main body. When the Cisco FM1200 Volo is mounted in its final location, connect the unit to LAN connection(s) and a PoE power supply by doing the following...
Page 41: Using The Cisco Partner Portal
Using the Cisco Partner Portal 6. Using the Cisco Partner Portal The Cisco Partner Portal is the main web-based portal through whichthe following activities are done: Participating in Cisco E-learning Using and sharing plug-in license codes for Cisco devices Using the RACER™ radio configuration interface 4.
Page 42: Enabling Two-Factor Authentication For Security
Safari later 6.2. Enabling Two-Factor Authentication for security To enhance cyber-security on the Partner Portal, Cisco uses two- factor authentication (2FA). 2FA works by providing an extra security layer that works independently of your Partner Portal login password. With 2FA activated, you will be asked to provide a secure one-time password (OTP) for each login.
Page 43: Administering Plug-In License Codes
The Partner Portal Plug-ins page can be used to do the following tasks: • Convert plug-in License codes to Activation codes • Deactivate active plug-in License codes © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 43 of 175...
Page 44: Using The Racer™ Radio Configuration Interface
Documentation section of the Partner Portal. To find documentation relating to your Cisco device, do the following steps: Log in to the Cisco Partners Portal using your login credentials.
Page 45: Device Configuration Using The Configurator Interface
Device configuration using the configurator interface 7. Device configuration using the configurator interface Cisco radio devices that are capable of operating as part of a mesh network, including the Cisco FM1200 Volo, are shipped from the factory in Mesh Point mode.
Page 46 • Ethernet speed (Selects the correct data exchange speed for each Ethernet port.) • CISCO WI-FI tab (Allows you to set up a second, segregated Wi-Fi interface that allows technicians access to the unit for configuration and maintenance purposes.)
Page 47: Software And Hardware Prerequisites
7.1. Software and hardware prerequisites To access the Configurator graphical user interface (GUI) and use the Configurator to program the Cisco FM1200 Volo, you need the following: • A desktop, laptop or tablet computer equipped with: • Any current web browser. For a list of compatible web browsers, refer to the Supported web browsers table in “Using the Cisco Partner Portal”...
Page 48 • IP address: 192.168.0.10 (or any other IP address belonging to subnet 192.168.0.0/255.255.255.0) • Netmask: 255.255.255.0 Launch the computer's web browser. Enter the IP address of the Cisco FM1200 Volo in the browser's URL entry field. • If the Configurator interface is shown immediately, proceed Step 9 below.
Page 49 (Google Chrome) Click Proceed to [the URL] (unsafe). • The device login window will be shown: Cisco device login window Figure The factory-set login details are as follows: © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 49 of 175...
Page 50: Initial Configuration With The Unit In Provisioning Mode
126). 7.2.2. Initial configuration with the unit in Provisioning Mode The Cisco FM1200 Volo cannot be operated without entering some basic configuration settings. These settings allow the unit to connect to a local network and communicate with the network hardware.
Page 51 • If you want to do a new configuration by reverting the unit to Provisioning Mode, reset the unit as shown in “Resetting the unit to factory defaults” (page 138). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 51 of 175...
Page 52 • If you want to change the connection settings, but keep the current configuration, change the settings as shown in “General settings” (page 59). If the Cisco FM1200 Volo is in Provisioning Mode: • The RACER™ dialog will be shown (Figure 17 (page 52)).
Page 53 NOTE DHCP is disabled when the unit leaves Provisioning Mode. Make sure that the Cisco FM1200 Volo is connected to a local network that supports DHCP. If the unit connects successfully to the internet and to the Partners Portal, the RACER™ Cloud connection info Status will be...
Page 54 Check the network firewall settings. Port 443 must be enabled. Click this link. • The Cisco Partners Portal page should open in your browser. If the Partners Portal cannot be accessed, contact the Cisco support desk by sending an E-mail to support@cisco.com.
Page 55 For a quick overview of the initial configuration process, refer to the flowchart below. NOTE Each individual Cisco radio transceiver unit has a factory-set mesh identification number that takes the form 5.w.x.y. If the unit's IP address is set to 169.254.x.y/24 as in Case 2 below, the values x and y represent parts x and y of the unit's mesh identification number.
Page 56: Switching Between Offline And Online Modes
To switch between Offline and Online modes, do the steps that follow: Log in to the Configurator interface as shown in “Accessing the Cisco FM1200 Volo for device configuration” (page 47). • The Configurator landing page will be shown...
Page 57: Uploading A Device Configuration File From Fm Racer
A FM Racer device configuration template contains a set of pre- configured parameters that can be customized and applied to a single Cisco device, or to a group of devices. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 57 of 175...
Page 58 • Alternatively, you can create a new, custom configuration template. For instructions on how to copy, modify or create a configuration template using the FM Racer interface, refer to the Cisco Networks FM RacerUser Manual. A configuration file that has been created using the FM Racer interface must be uploaded to the unit.
Page 59: General Settings
Click the -general mode link under GENERAL SETTINGS in the left-hand settings menu (below). Figure 23. Configurator GUI (General Mode) • The GENERAL MODE dialog will be shown (Figure 23 (page 59)). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 59 of 175...
Page 60: Changing The Operational Mode
Changing the operational mode on a mesh network-capable unit The General Mode box (below) contains the operational mode controls. Cisco radio transceiver units that are capable of operating within a mesh radio network are shipped from the factory in Mesh End mode.
Page 61: Changing The Prodigy Version
Changing the Prodigy version IMPORTANT Prodigy version selection is only available if the Cisco FM1200 Volo is set to Mesh Point mode or Mesh End mode. If the unit is set to Bridge mode, the Prodigy Version selector will not be available.
Page 62: Changing The Lan Parameters
Device configuration using the configurator interface Remember that all Cisco devices within a network must use the same Prodigy version. IMPORTANT Prodigy 2.0 is not compatible with Prodigy 1.0. Do not implement the two protocol versions within the same network.
Page 63: Wireless Settings
7.4.2. Wireless settings Modifying the wireless settings IMPORTANT If the Cisco FM1200 Volo was purchased in the USA or Canada, the Country selection is set to the country of purchase, and the Country: drop-down will be disabled. The WIRELESS RADIO window contains controls to change the following settings: •...
Page 64 Enter a defined network passphrase in the Shared Passphrase field. IMPORTANT If a shared pass phrase is defined, the samepass phrase must be used for all Cisco units inthe same network. The shared pass phrase can be composed of anyASCII characters except the following: '`"\$= Specify the country in which the unit is installed by selecting the correct option from the Country drop-down menu.
Page 65: Important Considerations For Wireless Settings
(page 67). Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint considerations If a Cisco radio transceiver unit's FluidMAX Autoscan setting is enabled, and the unit is assigned a Subordinate role within a point-to- multipoint network topology: • The Subordinate unit will mimic the frequency setting of the primary unit that shares its cluster ID.
Page 66: Co-Location Considerations
IMPORTANT The following table shows theoretical values under ideal conditions. Actual throughput may vary depending on environmental and other conditions. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 66 of 175...
Page 67: Dynamic Frequency Selection Considerations
Make a note of the exact physical locations of the unit antennas. Consult your local Cisco Networks representative. He or shewill be able to determine whether the unit can be safely used inits current location.
Page 68: Antenna-Alignment Tools And Physical Statistics
• The Partner Portal will verify that there are no TDWR radar installations within 40 miles (64 Km) of the Cisco unit.If no TDWR radar installations are found, the plug-in willgrant permission for the unit to be set to frequencies withinthe 5.250 GHz-to-5.350 GHz band, and the 5.470 GHz-...
Page 69 Device configuration using the configurator interface The window shows a list of wireless links to other Cisco units that have been detected by the local unit, and the relative strength of each wireless link in decibel-milliwatts (dBm). To do an accurate alignment of a local antenna for a specific wireless link,...
Page 70: Spectral Analysis
The Spectrum Graph window contains a static graph readout and controls to detect radio-frequency interference that exists between local Cisco units transmitting and receiving in a specified frequency band.The window can be used make the most efficient choice of center frequency and channel width for radio links between units.
Page 71 To reset the window to default size, click the Reset Zoom button on the upper right-hand corner of the Spectrum Graph window. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 71 of 175...
Page 72: Network Control
IP addresses. If connectivity is lost between the unit and any of the saved IP addresses, an option can also be set to automatically reboot the Cisco FM1200 Volo. As well as being a fail-safe mechanism to monitor network...
Page 73 To automatically reboot the unit if connectivity is lost between the unit and any IP address, do the following steps: 1. Check the Reboot: check-box. 2. Click the Save button. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 73 of 175...
Page 74: Fm-Quadro
FM-QUADRO for mesh network-capable devices IMPORTANT The FM-QUADRO tool is only available if the Cisco FM1200 Volo is set to Mesh End mode or Bridge mode. If the unit is set to Mesh Point mode, the -FMQuadro™ menu option will not be available.
Page 75: Plotting And Interpreting The Wireless Links
• A graphical view of the current network topology will be shown. A typical example is shown below. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 75 of 175...
Page 76 • The device type icon. Depending on device type, any of three icons may be seen: • The icon below will be shown if the device is a stationary non-Fluidity radio device: © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 76 of 175...
Page 77 • If the device does not currently have a configured IP address or device label, the device’s Cisco Mesh ID number will be shown. • If the network is a Fluidity network, mobile Cisco radio transceivers that are part of the network are shown as tool tips with colored borders.
Page 78 FM-QUADRO view. Network connectivity links between stationary radio transceivers are shown as lines: • A wired LAN link is shown as a solid black line (below). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 78 of 175...
Page 79: Viewing Live Data For A Radio Or Wireless Link
• For stationary radio transceivers, an information sidebar will be shown on the right side of the view (a typical sidebar is shown below). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 79 of 175...
Page 80 • If the device is a stationary radio, a list of IP addresses belonging to all non-Cisco edge devices currently connected to the device will be shown. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 80 of 175...
Page 81 IP addresses, connected by a double-pointed line. • The main body of the widget contains live readings on uplink and downlink throughput, LER, PER, RSSI, MCS, and modulation rates. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 81 of 175...
Page 82: Viewing Live Rssi Data For A Wireless Link
• The solid lines on the upper part of the graph are RSSI readings for other stationary and mobile radios that are part of the network. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 82 of 175...
Page 83: Manipulating The Fm-Quadro View
FM-QUADRO view. To move any icon or tooltip, do the steps that follow: Click the Edit Mode icon on the upper right part of the FM- QUADRO view (below). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 83 of 175...
Page 84 When you are finished editing, click the Save changes button to save your changes. Alternatively, click the Discard changes button to revert to your previous configuration. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 84 of 175...
Page 85: Showing Kpi Values For Wireless Links
Alternatively, click the Discard button to leave the dialog without saving any changes. • An information ribbon containing chosen performance indicators will be shown next to all wireless link lines (a typical example is shown below). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 85 of 175...
Page 86: Showing Real-Time Color Codes For Radio Transceiver Key Performance Indicators
You can add an aerial image to the FM-QUADRO view. This allows you to superimpose the network map over a map of the actual terrain on which © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 86 of 175...
Page 87 If needed, move the device icons and/or tooltips to suit the aerial image as shown in “Changing the relative position of device icons” (page 83). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 87 of 175...
Page 88: Adjusting The Transparency Of The Aerial Map View
To export a representation file for the current network, do the steps that follow: Click the Export as JSON icon on the upper right part of the FM- QUADRO view (below). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 88 of 175...
Page 89: Advanced Tools
To use the Ping test tool, do the following steps: Determine which wireless link is to be tested between the Cisco unit and another unit in the wireless network. Get theIP address of the other unit. Enter the IP address of the other unit in the Ping (10 packets...
Page 90: Using The Bandwidth Test Tool
To use the Bandwidth test tool, do the following steps: Determine what wireless link is to be tested between the Cisco unit and another unit in the wireless network. Get theIP address of the other unit. Enter the IP address of the other unit in the Bandwith test...
Page 91: Using The Path Mtu Discovery Tool
To use the Path MTU discovery tool, do the following steps: Determine what wireless link is to be tested between the Cisco unit and another unit in the wireless network. Get theIP address of the other unit. Enter the IP address of the second unit in the Path MTU...
Page 92: Advanced Settings
• The maximum distance over which the unit is capable of transmitting To open the Advanced Radio Settings dialog, click the -advanced radio settings link under ADVANCED SETTINGS in the left-hand settings menu (below). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 92 of 175...
Page 93: Using The Fluidmax Management Setting
Depending on various factors, the unit will automatically choose whether to transmit using the time-division multiple access (TDMA) protocol or the carrier-sense multiple access (CSMA) protocol. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 93 of 175...
Page 94: Using The Max Tx Power Setting
Using the Max TX Power setting This setting controls the effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP) output of the unit. By default, EIRP is automatically regulated using Cisco's Transmission Power Control (TPC) algorithm. The algorithm tries to obtain an optimal link signal strength of approximately -55 dBm on both sides of the radio link while not exceeding the user-defined maximum transmission power threshold.
Page 95: Using The Select Antenna Gain Setting
IMPORTANT The Data Packet Encryption setting must be the same on all Cisco units that are part of the same network. In Cisco devices, AES is applied using a proprietary encoding algorithm, enabling industry-grade network security. IMPORTANT The AES feature must be enabled using a software plug-in (FM-AES).
Page 96: Using The Maximum Link Length Setting
The Static routes window is used to set static routing rules (in other words, manually-configured routing entries, as opposed to routing instructions from a dynamic routing table) for a Cisco unit. Static routes are typically used if there is a need to do any of the following in context of the network: •...
Page 97: Pass Lists And Block Lists
The Pass list or Block list function is a security feature that prevents fake IP addresses from intercepting or intruding on the network. A Pass list is a group of Cisco transceivers, described as a list of linked pairs. Within the list, each transceiver unit is considered a valid hop in the routing table.
Page 98 • To make sure that the packet flow is allowed or blocked in both directions, the unit ID numbers for each link in a Pass list or Block list must be listed in forward order and in reverse order. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 98 of 175...
Page 99 Example 3: If you want to create a simple Block list that includes the links between unit ID numbers 5.2.22.136 and 5.29.252.213 (Figure 38 (page 100)): • Cell A1 of the *.CSV file would contain the parameter 5.2.22.136,5.29.252.213 © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 99 of 175...
Page 100 To apply the list settings contained in the *.CSV file, click the Apply Settings button. To clear the Pass list or Block list settings without deleting the *.CSV file, click the Clear Pass list or Block list button. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 100 of 175...
Page 101: Multicast
By default, if CCTV cameras and devices that operate in a similar fashion are linked to a Cisco transceiver unit operating in Mesh Point mode,the unit forwards all multicast traffic generated by the cameras to the closest Mesh End unit in the wireless network.
Page 102 224.1.1.0/24 indicates all multicast groups in the range 224.1.1.1 through 224.1.1.254. • The destination address consists of one or more Cisco unit ID numbers, in the form 5.a.b.c. These ID numbers belong to the physical Cisco device or devices to which the multicast traffic must be forwarded.
Page 103: Configuring Multicast Within A Layer-3 Network
224.5.5.5 / 5.a.b.c to the Mesh End unit in each subnet cluster, where 5.a.b.c is the actual Mesh ID number of the global gateway unit. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 103 of 175...
Page 104: Snmp Configuration
If SNMP traps are enabled, you can specify the server address to which monitoring information must be sent. IMPORTANT The same SNMP configuration must be set for all Cisco units in the wireless network. detailed information...
Page 105: Using Snmp V2C
Enter a community identity value in the Community ID: field. IMPORTANT The same community identity value must be set for all Cisco units in the wireless network. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 105 of 175...
Page 106: Using Snmp V3
Click the SNMP mode drop-down, and click the v3 option. • The SNMP v3 settings dialog will be shown (Figure 45 (page 107)). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 106 of 175...
Page 107 To change the current SNMP v3 password, enter a new password in the SNMP v3 password: field. The default password is cisco. To show the password as it is being typed, checkthe Show SNMP v3 password: check-box. Choose the correct authentication protocol from the SNMP v3 authentication proto: drop-down.
Page 108: Wireless Access Point Configuration
Save the SNMP settings by clicking the Save button. Alternatively, clear the settings by clicking the Reset button. 7.6.6. Wireless access point configuration All FM1200 Volo, Cisco 3200-series and Cisco 4200-series radio transceivers equipped with firmware version 6.5 and above have a built-in wireless access point (AP).
Page 109 Device configuration using the configurator interface To enable the wireless AP feature on the Cisco FM1200 Volo, do the steps that follow: 1. Make sure the FM-AP software plug-in is installed on the radio unit. For instructions on how to install the FM-AP plug-in, refer to “Plug-in management procedures”...
Page 110 4. If the wireless AP has been set to routed configuration and access to other Cisco radio units that are part of the same network is needed, facilitate access by adding routes to the relevant radio units as described in “Static routes”...
Page 111 WLAN Passphrase entry field. 6. To show the WLAN passphrase in plain text as it is being entered, check the Show Passphrase check-box. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 111 of 175...
Page 112: Radius Configuration
• Wi-Fi capability. • A current version of Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome. To connect wirelessly to the Cisco FM1200 Volo for configuration and maintenance, do the following steps: 1. On your computer or other wireless interface device, use the Wi- Fi connection dialog to connect to the radio unit using the radio unit's WLAN SSID and WLAN passphrase.
Page 113 Device configuration using the configurator interface IMPORTANT The RADIUS feature is only available if the Cisco FM1200 Volo is set to Mesh Point mode or Mesh End mode. If the unit is set to Bridge mode, the -radius menu option will not be available.
Page 114 Enter the RADIUS access password in the Secret field. To read the password as it is typed, check the show check-box. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 114 of 175...
Page 115 • GTC PEAP • MSCHAPV2 • MD5 • GTC 12. Save the RADIUS settings by clicking the Save button. Alternatively, clear the settings by clicking the Reset button. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 115 of 175...
Page 116: Ntp Configuration
CAUTION The same NTP configuration must be set for all Cisco units in the wireless network. If the same NTP settings are not applied to all units, the network may encounter timestamp conflicts and/or equipment malfunctions.
Page 117: L2Tp Configuration
IMPORTANT The L2TP configuration option is only available if the Cisco FM1200 Volo is set to Mesh Point mode or Mesh End mode. If the unit is set to Bridge mode, the -l2tp configuration menu option will not be available.
Page 118: Vlan Settings
7.6.10. VLAN settings VLAN configuration The VLAN SETTINGS window contains controls to connect the Cisco FM1200 Volo to one or more virtual local area networks (VLANs) that are part of the local wireless network. IMPORTANT The VLAN feature must be enabled using a software plug-in (Cisco part number FM-VLAN).
Page 119: Rules For Packet Management
Management VLAN ID: field. NOTE The same Management VLAN ID must be used on all Cisco devices that are part of the same mesh network. Enter the native identification number (the VLAN ID implicitly assigned to untagged packets received on trunk ports) in the Native VLAN ID: field.
Page 120 Untagged packet, to local unit kernel If native VLAN = ON: Packet passed to kernel, tagged with NVID If native VLAN = OFF: Packet not passed to kernel © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 120 of 175...
Page 121: Miscellaneous Settings
The MISC SETTINGS window contains controls to change the following settings: • The device name, as used to identify the Cisco FM1200 Volo within the FMQuadro network map and to other Cisco utilities. • The operation of the physical Reset button on the unit.
Page 122 Set the functionality of the unit's hardware Reset button by clicking the Reset Button function: drop-down and clicking the needed option as described below: • Disabled: The hardware Reset button will be disabled. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 122 of 175...
Page 123: Management Settings
Alternatively, clear the settings by clicking the Reset button. 7.7. Management settings 7.7.1. View Mode settings The View Mode window allows the system administrator to grant and prohibit access to device configuration settings by category. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 123 of 175...
Page 124 View Mode User Password: field. NOTE The new password must be a minimum of eight characters, and include at least one capital letter and one number. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 124 of 175...
Page 125 • If the Enabled option is selected for a device-configuration setting, the setting can be modified by ordinary users. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 125 of 175...
Page 126: Changing The Administrator Username And Password
Reset button. 7.7.2. Changing the Administrator username and password The CHANGE USERNAME AND PASSWORD section contains controls to change the Administrator's user name and password for the Cisco unit. IMPORTANT Changing the default password to a strong password is an extremely important step in preventing security breaches.
Page 127: Enabling Remote Access To The Unit By Telnet
(page 138) for more information. Enabling remote access to the unit by Telnet The TELNET ACCESS section contains controls to enable remote access to the unit using Telnet. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 127 of 175...
Page 128: Overwriting And Upgrading The Unit Firmware
Reset button. 7.7.3. Overwriting and upgrading the unit firmware The FIRMWARE UPGRADE window contains controls to overwrite the device firmware of the Cisco FM1200 Volo, or upgrade the firmware to the latest available version. CAUTION Overwriting the firmware of any electronic device must be done with great care, and always contains an element of risk.
Page 129 The following procedure describes how to overwrite the existing firmware on a Cisco device. This procedure assumes that the wireless networkis currently active. To overwrite the existing firmware on the Cisco device, do the...
Page 130: Plug-In Management
Step 1 above. 7.7.4. Plug-In management IMPORTANT For a complete list of software plug-ins that are currently available for the Cisco FM1200 Volo, refer to “Available plug- ins” (page 141). The MANAGE PLUG-INS page shows which software plug-ins are currently active on the unit, and contains controls that allow you to do the following functions: •...
Page 131 To open the MANAGE PLUG-INS dialog, do the following steps: • Click the -manage plug-ins link under MANAGEMENT SETTINGS in the left-hand settings menu. • The MANAGE PLUG-INS dialog will be shown (Figure 57 (page 132)). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 131 of 175...
Page 133 • The log files for plug-in installation will be shown in the Plug-in Installation Logs: section. If needed, erase the log files for plug-in installation by clicking the Clear Logs button in the Plug-in Installation Logs: section. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 133 of 175...
Page 134: The Device Status View
Device configuration using the configurator interface 7.7.5. The device status view The device status window The device status window contains information on basic Cisco device settings (including the unit's MAC address), and controls that allow you to download diagnostic data files and view device-event logs.
Page 135 To download and forward the current diagnostic file for the unit, do the following steps: Click the Download Diagnostics button. Follow the software prompts to download the *.FM diagnostic file to your computer. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 135 of 175...
Page 136: Saving And Restoring The Unit Settings
Device configuration using the configurator interface Log a support call with the Cisco Help desk. Ask for a reference number. Attach the *.FM diagnostic file to an E-mail, and enter the support call reference number in the subject line of the E-mail. Send the mail to support@cisco.com.
Page 137 Download the unit's configuration (*.CONF) file to your computer by clicking the Save button and following the software prompts. To upload a saved configuration file to the Cisco unit, do the following steps: Find the configuration (*.CONF) file that must be uploaded to the unit by clicking the Browse...
Page 138: Resetting The Unit To Factory Defaults
Device configuration using the configurator interface 7.7.7. Resetting the unit to factory defaults The reset factory default window contains controls that allow you to restore the Cisco FM1200 Volo to its default factory settings (in other words, to do a 'hard reset'). IMPORTANT...
Page 139: Logging Out
7.7.9. Viewing the end-user license agreement The License Agreement window contains the Cisco end-user license agreement for the Cisco FM1200 Volo, its firmware and control software. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 139 of 175...
Page 140 Right-click the Download the License Agreement link. Click the Save Link as... option and follow the software prompts to download the agreement as a text file. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 140 of 175...
Page 141: Software Plug-Ins
Software Plug-Ins 8. Software Plug-Ins 8.1. Available plug-ins Like other Cisco radio transceivers, the Cisco FM1200 Volo is able totake advantage of plug-in software upgrades that add features and enhance the performance of the unit. The following table lists all available software plug-ins for all Cisco hardware devices, their specific functions, and their plug-in part numbers.
Page 142 Enables WiFi access-point FM-AP Points capability. VLAN Enables virtual LAN FM-VLAN capability. Virtual Gigabit Enables Cisco Virtual FM-VGBE Gigabit capability. L2TP Enables layer 2 transfer FM-L2TP protocol capability. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 142 of 175...
Page 143 Not available Not available Not available Bandwidth (Trackside) Fluidity Firmware Not available Not available Not available embedded 4.9 GHz band Not available Not available Available Not available © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 143 of 175...
Page 144 Not available TITAN Available Not available Available Not available UNII2 Not available Not available Available Not available Table 8. Device plug-in compatibility (FM Cisco 3200-series to FM 4800) Plugin FM Cisco FM 4800 FM3200 FM3500 FM4200 FM4500 Base Endo Fiber...
Page 145: Plug-In Management Procedures
4. Enter the Activation code on the MANAGE PLUG-INS window for the unit. You can also deactivate a plug-in Activation code that is currently in use so it can be used with a different Cisco unit. To deactivate an active plug-in, refer to The PLUGINS sub-tab.
Page 146 Software Plug-Ins To convert a License code into an Activation code for a Cisco device,do the following steps: Log on to the Cisco Partner Portal. Click the Plug-ins link. • When you purchase a generic 16-digit License code, the License code and corresponding plug-in will be listed on...
Page 147: Deactivating An Active Plug-In
8.2.2. Deactivating an active plug-in A plug-in Activation code that is currently in use can be deactivated. This allows the corresponding License code to be used in a different Cisco unit, or transferred to another Cisco user. To deactivate an activated License code for use with another Cisco...
Page 148 Make a note of the Deactivation code. Log on to the Cisco Partner Portal. Click the Plug-ins link. • The Plug-ins web page will be shown (Figure 69 (page 149)). © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 148 of 175...
Page 149 10. To do a normal deactivation, click the Deactivate button. If for any reason it is not possible to retrieve the deactivation code, click the Force Deactivation button. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 149 of 175...
Page 150: Reactivating A Deactivated Plug-In
• The plug-in control buttons will be shown at the bottom of the web page. Enter the unit identification number (5.a.b.c) or the unit serial number of the Cisco unit in the Mesh ID - Serial Number field. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
Page 151: Exporting And Uploading Multiple Activation Codes
145). 8.2.4. Exporting and uploading multiple Activation codes If more than one plug-in Activation code must be uploaded to a Cisco radio transceiver unit at the same time, the need to upload codes one by one can be avoided by exporting multiple codes, or all codes, from the Partner Portal as a *.CSV file.
Page 152: Sharing License Codes And Accepting Shared License Codes
If needed, you can share license codes with other Cisco device users, and also have other Cisco device users share their license codes with you. To share one or more license codes with another Cisco device user,do the steps that follow: Log on to the Cisco Partner Portal.
Page 153 If needed, you can also ask another device user to share one or more license codes with you. If a License code is shared with you, it will be listed on your Partner Portal Plug-ins web page. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 153 of 175...
Page 154: Troubleshooting
Have you disabled the 'Access the Internet using a proxy server' function? If your browser shows a time-out or similar message, the computer may be trying to access the Cisco device through a proxy server. To stopthe computer from trying to access the unit through a proxy connection, refer to “Accessing the Cisco FM1200 Volo for device configuration”...
Page 155: The Wireless Link Is Poor Or Non-Existent In Bridge Mode
9.5. I purchased a Cisco device, but it is not shown inFM Racer The Cisco device you have purchased may not yet be added to your Cisco Partners account. Try manually adding the device using theunit serial number and mesh identity (ID) number, as shown in the CiscoFM Racer user's manual (section: Adding Cisco devices to your FMRacer portfolio).
Page 156: I Applied Configuration Settings To The Device Using Fm Racer, But I Have Lost Connection To The Device In Fm Racer
9.8. How do I connect an existing pre-FM Racer device to FM Racer? IMPORTANT Please note that Cisco FM Ponte kit and FM1300 Otto transceivers are not compatible with FM Racer. To configure and maintain these transceivers, refer to the Cisco Installation and Configuration manual for the specific device.
Page 157 Switch to Online Cloud-Managed mode as shown in the Switching between offline and online modes section of your device's Installation and Configuration manual. Adjust the device configuration as needed using the Cisco Partners Portal. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
Page 158: Electrical Power Requirements
• The electrical power requirements for each Cisco hardware device type. • Which Cisco hardware devices are capable of receiving power through an IEEE 802.3 Ethernet port (whether from a power- supplying device like a compatible network switch, or from a power- over-Ethernet (PoE) injector), or through a DC IN power supply port, or both.
Page 159 (model FM4200F) FM3500) FM4500) FM4500F) 24V passive 48V passive IEEE 802.3af (voltage range at PD: 37V to 57V) IEEE 802.3at (voltage range at PD: 42.5V to 57V) © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 159 of 175...
Page 160 FM3500 FM4500 FM4500 FM4800 Fiber Endo Mobi Fiber Fiber (model (model (model (model FM4200F) FM3500) FM4500) FM4500F) Permanent power, min. max. 60V EN 50155 compliance at 48V © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 160 of 175...
Page 161: Heat Radiation Data
Heat radiation data 11. Heat radiation data When in use, all Cisco gateway units and radio transceivers generate heat as a by-product of electrical activity. Heat radiated by a Cisco device may be of concern in confined locations such as server rooms (where the cumulative heat generated by...
Page 162 9.889 26.939 26.939 (model FM4500) FM4500 Fiber 9.889 9.889 26.598 26.257 (model FM4500F) 12.958 12.958 29.326 29.326 FM4800 Fiber 23.529 23.529 47.399 47.058 27.280 26.939 51.832 50.468 © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 162 of 175...
Page 163: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Radio Interference Statement
Avis d’industrie Canada Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes: © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 163 of 175...
Page 164 EC Declaration of Conformity Cisco Systems Inc. declares under its sole responsibility that the Cisco FM1200 Volo is compliant with the following directives, and has been designed and manufactured to the following specifications: EN 61000-6-1; EN 61000-6-2; EN 61000-6-3; EN 61000-6-4;...
Page 165 Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter l’IBPT. France Vous pouvez contacter l’Autorite de Regulation des Telecommunications (http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour de plus amples renseignements. © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 165 of 175...
Page 166: Device Certification For Taiwan (Roc)
(PBB) (PBDE) 機箱/檔 Enclosure 金屬機械部件 (支架,散熱器, 緊固件等) Metallic mechanical parts (bracket, heatsink, fasteners etc.) 電路板組件 PCBA 電線/連接器 Cables/ connectors 電源設備 Power Supplies 配件 Accessories © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 166 of 175...
Page 167 170 West Tasman Dr. San Jose, CA 95134, USA 此為甲類資訊技術設備，於居住環境中使用時，可能會造成射頻擾動，在此種情況下，使用者會被要求採取某些適當的對策。根據 NCC LP0002 低功率射頻器材技術規範_章節 3.8.2: 取得審驗證明之低功率射頻器材，非經核准，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。低功率射頻器材之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前述合法通信，指依電信管理法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻器材須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 © 2021 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Page 167 of 175...
Page 168: Cisco End-User License Agreement
14.1. Preamble This License Agreement strictly prohibits you from using the Cisco Firmware on any device other than a Cisco Device. You are also prohibited from removing or modifying any Cisco or Cisco copyright notice, trademark or user interface of the Cisco Firmware or any Cisco Device.
Page 169: License Grant
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Page 170: Open-Source Software
This license is not a sale. Title and copyrights to the Cisco Firmware, and any copy made by you, remain with Cisco and its suppliers.
Page 171: Feedback
You further agree that Cisco may use such information for any purpose related to any use of the Cisco Firmware and Cisco Devices by you, including, without limitation, improving the performance ofthe Cisco Firmware or developing updates and verifying your...
Page 172: Warranty Disclaimer
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Page 173: Exclusion Of Liability For Emergency Services
Cisco and the end user and form a basis of the bargain between the parties. 14.13. Export control...
Page 174: General
You acknowledge and agree that Cisco has no further responsibility after the initial delivery to you, and you hereby agree to indemnify and hold Cisco harmless from and against all claim, loss, liability or damage suffered or incurred by Cisco resulting from, or related to your failure to comply with all export or import regulations.
Page 175: Contact Us
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1 Hazardous Condition Warnings

2 Reporting Mistakes and Recommending Improvements

3 Getting Started

4 Installing the Radio

5 Hardware Installation

6 Using the Cisco Partner Portal

7 Device Configuration Using the Configurator Interface

8 Software Plug-Ins

9 Troubleshooting

10 Electrical Power Requirements

11 Heat Radiation Data

12 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Interference Statement

13 Device Certification for Taiwan (Roc)

14 Cisco End-User License Agreement

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