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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l ETTING TARTED UIDE Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points First Published: March 15, 2019 Cisco Systems, Inc.
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Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points About this Guide This guide provides instructions on how to install your Cisco Catalyst 9115AX series access points and provides links to resources which can help you configure the access point. This guide provides mounting instructions and limited troubleshooting procedures.
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The AP supports both Cisco Mobility Express and lightweight deployments (using Cisco Wireless LAN controllers). The AP also supports the following operating modes: Local—This is the default mode for the Cisco AP. In this mode, the AP does not serve clients. Flexconnect—Flexconnect mode for the Cisco AP.
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points C9115AXI-x—One 2.4 GHz radio and one 5 GHz radio.
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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 Catalyst Access Points, which is available on Cisco.com.
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Return any packing material to the shipping container and save it for future use. Step 3 Verify that you have received the items listed below. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco representative or reseller for instructions.
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points AP Views, Ports, and Connectors Figure 1...
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points Figure 2 Ports and Connectors on the Head of the 9115AXI Model...
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points Figure 3 Face of the 9115AXE Model...
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points The ports and connections on the bottom of the access point are shown in...
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1 GbE. The USB port will also be off. 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.
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To perform pre-installation configuration, perform the following steps: Step 1 Make sure that the Cisco wireless LAN controller DS port is connected to the network. Use the CLI, web-browser interface, or Cisco WCS procedures as described in the appropriate Cisco wireless LAN controller guide.
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Note A 802.11ax Cisco AP will be assigned an IP address from the DHCP server only if a default router (gateway) is configured on the DHCP server (enabling the AP to receive its gateway IP address) and the gateway ARP is resolved.
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Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points Mounting the Access Point Cisco Catalyst 9115AX series access points can be mounted in several configurations – on a suspended ceiling, on a hard ceiling or wall, on an electrical or network box, and above a suspended ceiling.
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The discovery process using CAPWAP is identical to the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) used with previous Cisco Catalyst access points. LWAPP-enabled access points are compatible with CAPWAP, and conversion to a CAPWAP controller is seamless.
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Cisco wireless LAN controller. Check the connection between the access point and the Cisco wireless LAN controller, and be sure the access point and the Cisco wireless LAN controller are either on the same subnet or that the access point has a route back to its primary, secondary, and tertiary 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.
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points Checking the Access Point LEDs The location of the access point status LED is shown in...
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Troubleshooting the Access Point to Cisco Controller Join Process Note Ensure that your controller is running the latest Cisco Wireless Controller Software Release as specified in the access point data sheet. Access points can fail to join a controller for many reasons: a RADIUS authorization is pending; self-signed certificates are not enabled on the controller;...
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Integrated Services Routers. Note The maximum number of access points varies for the Cisco WiSM2, depending on which controller software release is being used. When the controller is maintaining join-related information for the maximum number of access points, it does not collect information for any more access points.
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You can use DHCP Option 43 to provide a list of controller IP addresses to the access points, enabling them to find and join a controller. The following is a DHCP Option 43 configuration example on a Windows 2003 Enterprise DHCP server for use with Cisco Catalyst lightweight access points. For other DHCP server implementations, consult product documentation for configuring DHCP Option 43.
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10.127.127.2. The type is f1(hex). The length is 2 * 4 = 8 = 08 (hex). The IP addresses translate to 0a7e7e02 and 0a7f7f02. Assembling the string then yields f1080a7e7e020a7f7f02. The resulting Cisco IOS command added to the DHCP scope is option 43 hex f1080a7e7e020a7f7f02.
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points FAQs What is 802.11ax? The IEEE 802.11ax standard, also known as the High-Efficiency-Wireless (HEW), builds off of the 802.11ac and delivers a better experience in typical environments, and a more predictable performance for advanced applications such as 4K or 8K video, high-density high-definition collaboration applications, all-wireless offices and Internet-of-Things (IoT).
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points Related Documentation All user documentation for the Cisco Catalyst 9115AX series access point is available at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/wireless/aironet-9115AX-series-access-points/tsd-products-support-series- home.html...
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The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating 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.
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Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points Guidelines for Operating Cisco Catalyst Access Points in Japan This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Catalyst access points in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English. Japanese Translation...
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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 to CISCO-designated products.
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points Antenna Type Antenna Gain Antenna Impedance...
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC...
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This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. For more details, contact Cisco Corporate Compliance. The product carries the CE Mark:...
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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: ...
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D r a f t L a b e l - C i s c o C o n f i d e n t i a l Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points This Device Meets FCC Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves The 9115AX series device includes a radio transmitter and receiver.
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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 ...
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Cisco Catalyst 9115AX Series Access Points Administrative Rules for Cisco Catalyst Access Points in Taiwan This section provides administrative rules for operating Cisco Catalyst access points in Taiwan. The rules for all access points are provided in both Chinese and English.
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Operation of Cisco Catalyst Access Points in Brazil This section contains special information for operation of Cisco Catalyst access points in Brazil. Access Point Models: C9115AXI-Z...
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Cisco Bug Search Tool (BST) is a web-based tool that acts as a gateway to the Cisco bug tracking system that maintains a comprehensive list of defects and vulnerabilities in Cisco products and software. BST provides you with detailed defect information about your products and software.
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