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Cisco Aironet 1815m Getting Started Manual

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  • Page 1 ETTING TARTED UIDE Cisco Aironet 1815m Access Point...
  • Page 2 About this Guide About the Access Point Safety Instructions Unpacking the AP Ports and Connectors on the AP Preparing the AP for Installation Installation Overview Performing a Pre-Installation Configuration Mounting the Access Point Powering the Access Point Configuring and Deploying the Access Point Checking the Access Point LED Miscellaneous Usage and Configuration Guidelines Related Documentation...
  • Page 3 This guide provides instructions on how to install and configure the Cisco Aironet 1815m Access Point. This guide also provides mounting instructions and limited troubleshooting procedures. The Cisco Aironet 1815m Access Point is referred to as the access point, or abbreviated as AP in this document.
  • Page 4 Access Point Features A full listing of the access point's features and specification are provided in the Cisco Aironet 1815m Access Point Data Sheet, at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/aironet-1815-series-access-points/datashee t-c78-738499.html The features of the 1815m access points are: • Supported mode(s) of operation: Unified (or Local) –...
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions Translated versions of the following safety warnings are provided in the Translated Safety Warnings for Cisco Aironet Access Points, which is available on Cisco.com. Warning IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury.
  • Page 6 Warning This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 20A. Statement 1005 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for such use.
  • Page 7 T-RAIL clips and Channel Adapter (only if selected when you ordered the access point). – Ports and Connectors on the AP The 1815m series access points have an LED indicator on the face of the unit, above the Cisco logo, as shown in Figure 1.
  • Page 8 Location of the console port, the PoE port, and the Mode button. The Cisco Aironet 1815m access point looks visually similar to the 1815i AP. However, the Cisco logo on the 1815m has a deep blue color, unlike the grey colored logo on the 1815i.
  • Page 9 Figure 2 Access Point Ports and Mode Button RJ45 console port PoE-In port (Ethernet Uplink port) Mode button. For information on how to use the Mode button, see “Using the Mode Button” section on page Figure 3 AIR-AP-BRACKET-8...
  • Page 10 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.
  • Page 11 “Deploying the Access Point on the Wireless Network” section on page 17 for details. The pre-installation configuration setup is illustrated in Figure Figure 4 Pre-Installation Configuration Setup Controller Layer 3 devices Cisco wireless access points To perform pre-installation configuration, perform the following steps:...
  • Page 12 Controller Configuration Guide for the release you are using, for additional information. c. Set the Cisco wireless LAN controller as the master so that new access points always join with d. Make sure DHCP is enabled on the network. The access point must receive its IP address through DHCP.
  • Page 13 Note When you are installing a Layer 3 access point on a different subnet than the Cisco wireless LAN controller, be sure that a DHCP server is reachable from the subnet on which you will be installing the access point, and that the subnet has a route back to the Cisco wireless LAN controller.
  • Page 14 Mounting the Access Point Cisco Aironet 1815m series access points can be mounted in several configurations – on a suspended ceiling, on a hard ceiling or wall, or in the plenum air space above a suspended ceiling. You can mount the AP on an electrical or network box.
  • Page 15 Configuring and Deploying the Access Point This section describes how to connect the access point to a wireless LAN controller. The configuration process takes place on the controller. See the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for additional information. For information on configuring the access point, see the following documents: •...
  • Page 16 • DHCP server discovery—This feature uses DHCP option 43 to provide controller IP addresses to the access points. Cisco switches support a DHCP server option that is typically used for this capability. For more information about DHCP option 43, see the “Configuring DHCP Option 43”...
  • Page 17 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. See the “Configuring DHCP Option 43”...
  • Page 18 DRAM memory test OK Board initialization in progress Initializing FLASH file system FLASH memory test OK Initializing Ethernet Ethernet OK Starting the Cisco AP-OS operating system of the Initialization successful Association status Chirping Green Normal operating condition, but no wireless client associated...
  • Page 19 One of the following: • Environment variable failure • Bad MAC address • Ethernet failure during image recovery • Boot environment failure • No Cisco image file • Boot failure Cisco Access Point Software failure; try disconnecting and Operating System...
  • Page 20 Miscellaneous Usage and Configuration Guidelines Using the Mode Button Using the Mode button (see Figure 2) you can: • Reset the AP to it’s default factory-shipped configuration • Clear the AP internal storage including all configuration files To use the mode button, press, and keep pressed, the mode button on the access point during the AP boot cycle.
  • Page 21 2500 series controllers and the Controller Network Module within the Cisco 28/37/38xx Series Integrated Services Routers. The maximum number of access points varies for the Cisco WiSM2, depending on which Note controller software release is being used.
  • Page 22 Important Information for Controller-based Deployments Keep these guidelines in mind when you use 1815m series access points: • The access point can only communicate with Cisco wireless LAN controllers. • The access point does not support Wireless Domain Services (WDS) and cannot communicate with WDS devices.
  • Page 23 The following is a DHCP Option 43 configuration example on a Windows 2003 Enterprise DHCP server for use with Cisco Aironet lightweight access points. For other DHCP server implementations, consult product documentation for configuring DHCP Option 43. In Option 43, you should use the IP address of the controller management interface.
  • Page 24 0a7e7e02 and 0a7f7f02. Assembling the string then yields f1080a7e7e020a7f7f02. The resulting CLI command added to the DHCP scope is option 43 hex f1080a7e7e020a7f7f02. Related Documentation All user documentation for the Cisco Aironet 1815m series access point is available at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/wireless/aironet-1815-series-access-points/tsd-products-suppor t-series-home.html...
  • Page 25 Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information This section provides declarations of conformity and regulatory information for the Cisco Aironet 1815m Access Point. You can find additional information at this URL: www.cisco.com/go/aironet/compliance Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Tested To Comply...
  • Page 26 The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating Caution 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. VCCI Statement for Japan...
  • Page 27 Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Aironet access points in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English. Japanese Translation 03-6434-6500 English Translation This equipment operates in the same frequency bandwidth as industrial, scientific, and medical devices such as microwave ovens and mobile object identification (RF-ID) systems (licensed premises radio stations and unlicensed specified low-power radio stations) used in factory production lines.
  • Page 28 Material Safety Law prohibits the use of 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...
  • Page 29 Industry Canada Access Point Models Certification Number AIR-AP1815M-A-K9 2461B-102110 Canadian Compliance Statement This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 30 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: • US 47 Code of Federal Regulations Part 2 Subpart J...
  • Page 31 • Australia Radiation Protection Standard To ensure compliance with various national and international Electromagnetic Field (EMF) standards, the system should only be operated with Cisco approved accessories. This Device Meets International Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves The 1815m access point device includes a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) recommended by international guidelines.
  • Page 32 As such the systems are designed to be operated as to avoid contact with the antennas by the end user. It is recommended to set the system in a location where the antennas can remain at least a minimum distance as specified from the user in accordance to the regulatory guidelines which are designed to reduce the overall exposure of the user or operator.
  • Page 33 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 •...
  • Page 34 • The Mobile Manufacturers Forum at this URL: www.mmfai.org Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan This section provides administrative rules for operating Cisco Aironet access points in Taiwan. The rules for all access points are provided in both Chinese and English. Chinese Translation...
  • Page 35 English Translation Administrative Rules for Low-power Radio-Frequency Devices Article 12 For those low-power radio-frequency devices that have already received a type-approval, companies, business units or users should not change its frequencies, increase its power or change its original features and functions. Article 14 The operation of the low-power radio-frequency devices is subject to the conditions that no harmful interference is caused to aviation safety and authorized radio station;...
  • Page 36 Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil This section contains special information for operation of Cisco Aironet access points in Brazil. Access Point Models: AIR-AP1815M-Z-K9...
  • Page 37 Cisco Bug Search Tool 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.
  • Page 38 © 2020 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. To view a list of Cisco trademarks, go to this URL: www.cisco.com/go/trademarks. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word partner does...