Chapter 7 2.4-Ghz Radio Upgrade; Upgrade Overview; Unpacking The Radio - Cisco 1232AG - Aironet - Wireless Access Point Hardware Installation Manual

Upgrade Overview

Upgrade Overview

This section provides instructions for upgrading the access point 2.4-GHz radio. The following
operations summarize the upgrade procedure:
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Caution ESD can damage the Cisco Aironet radio and the internal components of the access point. It is
recommended that the 2.4-GHz radio upgrade procedures be performed by an ESD-trained service
technician at an ESD-protected workstation.
Note After you install the new radio, all configurable radio settings will be at default values. Refer to the Cisco
IOS Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Aironet Access Points for complete instructions on
configuring the new radio.

Unpacking the Radio

Each 2.4-GHz radio is shipped with the following items:
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If anything is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco representative for support.
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Remove all cables and power connections from the access point.
Follow standard electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures.
Place the access point on an ESD-protected work surface.
Open the access point's 2.4-GHz radio access cover.
For an access point without the 2.4-GHz radio feature, remove the blank spacer card.
For an access point with the 2.4-GHz radio feature, remove the existing 2.4-GHz card.
Install the new 2.4-GHz radio card.
Close the access point 2.4-GHz radio access cover.
Quick start guide
A product registration card
A T-10 tamper-resistant Torx L-wrench
A 2.4-GHz radio product compliance label
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