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Chapter 2
Installing the Access Point
Unpacking the Access Point
Follow these steps to unpack the access point:
Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents.
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Return all packing materials to the shipping container and save it.
Step 2
Ensure that all items listed in the "Package Contents" section are included in the shipment. Check each
Step 3
item for damage. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your authorized Cisco sales representative.
Package Contents
Each access point package contains the following items:
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Basic Installation Guidelines
Because the access point is a radio device, it is susceptible to interference that can reduce throughput
and range. Follow these basic guidelines to ensure the best possible performance:
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Access point with power module
Wall or ceiling mounting bracket
Security hasp adapter
Cubical partition mounting bracket assembly
Horizontal surface mounting holster
Mounting hardware kit
Product quick start quide
Product safety warnings document
Cisco product registration and Cisco documentation feedback cards
Ensure a site survey has been performed to determine the optimum placement of access points.
For lightweight access points, check the latest release notes to ensure that your controller software
version supports the access points to be installed. You can find the controller release notes by
selecting your controller under Wireless LAN Controllers at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/tsd_products_support_category_home.html
Ensure that access points are not mounted closer than 20 cm (7.9 in) from the body of all persons.
Do not mount the access point within 3 feet of metal obstructions.
Install the access point away from microwave ovens. Microwave ovens operate on the same
frequency as the access point and can cause signal interference.
Do not mount the access point outside of buildings.
Do not mount the access points on building perimeter walls unless outside coverage is desired.
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