Lightning Protection - Outdoor Access Point 1310 ?

Hello,
what exactly do i need to protect my Outdoor Access Points an the Infrastructure behind the AP? The Access Points are mounted on the roof of a building.
Is the grounding kit enough? Do i need Lightning arrester? Is there a complete Manual or something like that?
Thanks for your help! I search the whole day without finding any concrete advices..

And how can i protect my equipment from a directly lightning strike? one of the Access Points is the highest Point on the roof. Is there an other way to protect it without a real lightning arrester? (not the Cisco product..)

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Cisco aironet 1310 Outdoor access point

I am looking at outdoor access points, I want to stick with Cisco aironet, we currently have 6 of them that are 6 years old and running great, one has had a problem because of humidity, dried it out and relocated and we are good again.
I was looking at the Aironet 1310 Outdoor access point, but I can't find much information on it. I am looking to see how many SSIDs can be setup, we currently have 2 one private, and one public, this is done with VLANS. I am also looking at finding out about the power injector, it converts to coaxial cable, it has 2 RJ-45 and 2 Coaxial, does this mean if we get 2 access points, then I only need 1 power injector?
Thanks for any help you can give.

Rusty:
AP supports up to 16 SSIDs to be configured.
Multiple SSIDs with VLANs configuration is done almost the same way you do with current Aironet APs.
see here: http://tiny.cc/0qwnkw
You also need one power injector per AP. Each AP should use it's own power injector.
The two coaxial output in the power injector both are used to be connected to the AP (see below image).
The RJ-45 connectors in the power injector one of them is for Console connectivity and the other for network ethernet connectivity.
Check here: http://tiny.cc/7gxnkw
HTH
Amjad
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Wireless bridging is not working in 1552 outdoor access point and 2602e indoor access point.

Hi,
I am have been tested wireless bridging with 2 indoor Cisco 2602 access point by following the attached document and its working fine without any issue.
After then I made one Cisco 1552 EU-M-K9 outdoor access point as RAP, then connect to this RAP with one 2602 mesh access point. But its not working, mesh access point is just start scan the signal to get associate with RAP, but not getting established. Is there any specific configuration required to connect between outdoor and indoor access point. Kindly find the attachment and advise.
regards,
Jubair.S

Hi Team,
Any suggestion??
Regards,
Jubair.S

Outdoor Access Points - coverage a Large outdoor area

Hi all,
I would like a suggestion for coverage a large outdoor area. I have critical restrictions to perform any equipment deployment.
I have 2 km of radius to performe a wireless coverage, but I can put a Access Point just around the corners.Which AP and Antenna Cisco could I try to perform it?
Does Cisco have any antenna with 1 to 2 km of range ? Does any client will be can reply to this distance (1 to 2km)?
What do you think about WiMAX ?
thanks,
Murilo

You cane use Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Outdoor Access Point/Bridge:
Benefits
Industry-Leading Performance
• Data rates of 54 Mbps in the 2.4-GHz band
• Bridge range of 20 miles (32 kilometers [km]) at 11 Mbps
• Aggregate throughput approaching 28 Mbps
• Maximum transmit power of 100 milliwatts (mW) for 802.11b and 30 mW for 802.11g. Maximum power setting will vary according to individual country regulations.
Antenna Interface
• AIR-BR1310G-x-K9 or AIR-LAP1310G-x-K9: Air interface (integrated directional antenna)
• AIR-BR1310G-x-K9-R or AIR-LAP1310G-x-K9R: Two RP-TNC type connectors for external antennas
• For vehicle-installed deployments, over 100 km per hour speeds at 12 and 24 Mbps with 128-byte packets at 1 percent packet error rate (PER) (workgroup bridge mode connected to a Cisco Aironet access point or bridge)
• Support for antenna diversity
http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/aironet-1300-series/product_data_sheet09186a00802252e1.html

Outdoor Access points PoE power issues

We are currently deploying 5 more 1530 Outdoor Access points to the existing 2504 wireless controller with 15 Airlap 1142n AP's.Now all the AP's are connected to the catalyst cisco 2960 switch.
a)Is the catalyst 2960 switch supply enough power for the outdoor AP's or I have to use any external power injector source?

Is the 2960 370W or 720W?
"The Cisco Aironet 1530 Series can be powered over the Ethernet connection with power directly from an appropriately powered switch port or from an inline power injector."
The 1530s take:
1530I: < 30 W
1530E: < 25 W
(http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/aironet-1530-series/data_sheet_c78-728356.html)
AP1140: 12.95 W
(http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/wireless/aironet-1130-ag-series/datasheet_c78-502793.html)
So depending on the 2960 in question, I believe you may be able to power them up, do you have anything else hanging off the switch?
We had issues with lighting arrestors causing PoE failures in the past. Removing them cleared the issue.
Please rate and marked if this answers your question.

Regarding cisco 1400 and 1500 outdoor access point doubt

Hi,
I have a requirement of installing 1400 outdoor access point in bridge mode .
client has got three remote offices which will be connected through 1400 outdoor access point.
but i came across about lightweight and autonomous version where i am quite confused.
which version is available in market especially for 1400
If i could get information about 1500 also , it would be great help .
If i want to connect all the remote offices in brigde mode . which will be convinient for me ?
If I could get any link with datasheet for both the access point seperately, it would be great.

Hi,
1500 is for MESH network.. 1400 is for bridging in autonomous mode.. most of the time we use 1400 for bridging between two diffrent sites..
1400 bridges do not work in LWAPP mode.. its always Autonomous.. where in the 1500 canot work in autonomous as well and needs a WLC..
here is the datasheets for 1400 and 1500..
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/partner/prod/collateral/wireless/ps5679/ps5279/ps5285/product_data_sheet09186a008018495c.html
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/solutions/Enterprise/Mobility/emob41dg/ch8_MESH.html
lemme know if this answered ur question!!
Regards
Surendra

Which outdoor access points to connect two buildings (500ft distance)?

Hello,
We have a client that needs to wirelessly connect two buildings at their location, around 500ft over a parking lot. There are no significant line-of-sight obstructions. Which outdoor access points would be most suitable for this, and what is the maximum speed we can expect from such a connection?
Thanks
Tim

You can configure point-to-point wireless bridging.
Wireless Bridges Point-to-Point Link Configuration Example
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/customer/tech/tk722/tk809/technologies_configuration_example09186a008058f53e.shtml
Next, you can use either indoor access point or outdoor/mesh access point. I'd recommend indoor. Since it's going to be point-to-point, no need to get an AP that can support 802.11n because it's not supported. This brings your choices down to a Cisco 1242 (dual radios).
In regards to antennaes, AIR-ANT2410Y is a contender. Have a look at the complete portfolio for more information.
Cisco Aironet 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Antennas and Accessories
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/wireless/ps7183/ps469/product_data_sheet09186a008022b11b.html
Hope this helps. Please don't forget to rate useful posts. Thanks.

Cisco 802.11n Outdoor Access Point

I have to propose to a client a 802.11n outdoor Acess point with external antenna, tha gain must be >8 dbi.
Which cisco model should i use ?

I have to propose to a client a 802.11n outdoor Acess point with external antenna, tha gain must be >8 dbi.
DO NOT, under any circumstances, use 1260 or 3500e if you plan to use antennas > 6 dBi. These two models DO NOT SUPPORT antenna gain higher than 6 dBi. The only two 802.11n-capable WAP that can support high-gain antenna of > 6 dBi are the 1250 and the 3500p.
Antenna Product Portfolio for Cisco Aironet 802.11n Access Points
The 1250 is End-of-Sale (End-of-Sale Date: 12 January 2012) and requires 20.0w of PoE. The 1250 can support antenna gain > 6 dBi.
The 3500p was released around mid-2011 because people were howling/screaming about the lack of high-gain antenna support, thus the 3500p was developed alongside the AIR-ANT25137NP-R.
Cisco recommends that the installation of the AIR-ANT25137NP-R should be done with proper sight-survey.
[Sorry Scott. Didn't want to be rude. ]

Image Recovery for Cisco Aironet 1300 Outdoor Access Point

We purchased two 1300 APs for outside. There is a new release for the image that we wanted to use so, we have the latest security updates. We downloaded, logged onto the access point just fine, but the image never took. After four hours with a direct connection, it was still going and this morning we came in and it just keep rebooting. Our network guy states it looks like a corrupt image. We can barely do anything and since there is no "mode" button like the earlier models, I have not found anything on web sites or forums to help us reload a good image to the access point. I would appreciate any insight someone has and/or where to look for this. I logged on and downloaded about every manual on the 1300 I could find, but have not found a good way to fix this. Not even the upgrade tool will connect since it just keeps rebooting.

Hi Bruce,
Because (as you correctly noted) the 1300 does not have a mode button you could try this method;
Complete the steps in this section in order to reset Cisco IOS Software-based bridges:
If the privileged command prompt ap# is available in the CLI, the write erase command and the reload command erase the startup configuration and reset the unit.
If the GUI is available, choose System Software > System Configuration. Press the Reset to Defaults button.
Aironet 1300 Series Bridges do not have a MODE button to reset the AP to factory defaults. So, if neither the GUI or CLI is available with sufficient privileges, complete these steps to delete the current configuration and return the entire bridge settings to the factory defaults using the CLI.
Open the CLI with a Telnet session or a connection to the bridge console port.
Reboot the bridge by removing and reapplying power.
Allow the bridge to boot until the command prompt appears and the bridge begins to inflate the image.
Press ESC when you see lines that are similar to these on the CLI:
Loading "flash:/c1310-k9kw-7mx.v122_15_ja.200040314-k9w7-mx.v122_15_ja.20040314"
...#############################################################################Note: In order to access the boot loader, you must press ESC twice. But this action depends on the terminal-emulation software that you use.
Messages that are similar to these appear:
Error loading "flash:/c1310-k9kw-7mx.v122_15_ja.200040314-k9w7-mx.v122_15_
ja.20040314"
Interrupt within 5 seconds to abort boot process.
Boot process terminated.
The system is unable to boot automatically. The BOOT environment variable needs to
be set to a bootable image.
C1310 Boot Loader (C1310-BOOT-M), Version 12.2 [BLD-v122_15-ja_throttle.20040314 100]
bridge:At the bridge: prompt, issue the dir flash: command in order to view a directory of the Flash file system.
The directory is similar to this directory:
bridge: dir flash:
Directory of flash:/
2 -rwx 0 env_vars
5 drwx 384 C1310-k9w7-mx.v133_15_JA.20040314
3 -rwx 1128 config.txt
4 -rwx 5 private-config
3693568 bytes available (4047872 bytes used)
bridge:Delete or rename the files config.txt and env_vars, and reboot the bridge.
Note: Do not forget the / character before the filenames.
bridge: delete flash:config.txt
Are you sure you want to delete flash:/config.txt (y/n)?y
File "flash:/config.txt" deleted
bridge: delete flash:/env_vars
Are you sure you want to delete "flash:/env_vars" (y/n)?y
File "flash:/env_vars" deletedIssue the boot command in order to reboot the bridge at the bridge: prompt, or simply power cycle the bridge.
After the bridge reboots, reconfigure the bridge with the web browser interface, the Telnet interface, or Cisco IOS Software commands.
Note: The bridge is configured with the factory default values that include:
The IP address, which is set to receive an IP address with DHCP. If you do not have a DHCP server, you can access the bridge using the default IP address of 10.0.0.1 using HTTP/HTTPS or Telnet. Once you gain access to the bridge via Telnet or GUI, you can modify the IP address of the bridge.
Note: This default IP address of 10.0.0.1 becomes available only for a short period. So, make sure that you assign your own IP address to the bridge within that period of time.
The default username and password, "Cisco".
From this doc;
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/ps430/products_password_recovery09186a00800949d0.shtml#ca_1310_ser
One other thing, be careful with the new IOS that you aren't loading a LWAPP Recovery Image. (it almost sounds like what may have happened)
Hope this helps!
Rob

Cisco outdoor access point coverage request

Dears,
we need a documented recommendation from Cisco on our distances wireless coverage between two sites to go ahead on them and eliminate any problems during the implementation in the future.
(Distance between two Buildings = 250 m)
(Distance between two Buildings = 50 m)

Rusty:
AP supports up to 16 SSIDs to be configured.
Multiple SSIDs with VLANs configuration is done almost the same way you do with current Aironet APs.
see here: http://tiny.cc/0qwnkw
You also need one power injector per AP. Each AP should use it's own power injector.
The two coaxial output in the power injector both are used to be connected to the AP (see below image).
The RJ-45 connectors in the power injector one of them is for Console connectivity and the other for network ethernet connectivity.
Check here: http://tiny.cc/7gxnkw
HTH
Amjad
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How do I password protect wireless access point router model BEFW11S4 ver. 2?

My wireless connection works fine when it is not secure. My model router is sort of old and isn't supported by linksys. I had someone else set it up with a password, but someone must've hit the reset button as it no longer is working. When I set the "passphrase" for the WEP in the setup for my router it says it is successful. When I to my network it asks for the password. It accepts it, but then I get a message that says there is limited or no connectivity. I also get a message that there is no IP address. When I try to "repair" by right clicking the properties under the wireless connection, it says it Windows is renewing my IP address, but it fails, then the screen where you would normally see the IP address says Private Address IP 169.254.240.4 but it still is not connected. When I drop the Mandatory WEP and go back to the non-secur connection it works fine. Any ideas?

For connecting to network, you have to use WEP key 1, and not the passphrase. Rest you are doing correct.

Typical propagation distance of outdoor(1552E series) access point

Hello All,
I need to propose an design for outdoor WAP deployment for an huge resort. As it is a complete open space area without any obstruction, I believe the signal can be propagated easily in over 35 meters radius across the access point. However I don't get any documentation to know exact propagation distance.
Could someone please share their experiences as to what is the ideal distance of signal coverage that could be covered by a typical Cisco outdoor access point? I do not want to go for over quoting as that might result from the client opting for other vendor's product. I would thus want to go with most appropriate plan.
Also apart from 11ac capability and multiple spatial streams, does 1570 AP have any other major improvement as well our its predecessor 1552E series AP.
Please share your expereinces.
Best Regards,
Muhammed Adnan

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Cisco Outdoor Controller Based Access Point

Hi,
I am looking for Cisco Outdoor Controller Based access point model. The WLC is Cisco 2500 Series.
I have checked couple of outdoor models but all are mesh access point. I am looking for normal controller based outdoor access point ( just like controller based indoor access point models )
Thanks.

adding to Leo...
Cisco Aironet 1300 Series
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps5861/index.html
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Cisco Aironet 1520 Series
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these all are Cisco OUTdoor APs.
Now u can choose as per ur req.
Regards
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PoE for Cisco 1242AG and 1310G Access Points

Dear All,
we purchased a Cisco 1242AG and a 1310G Access Point and in the DataSheet it was specified that these APs support Power-over-Ethernet. The problem is we don't see any RJ-45 port in either AP which could be used for connecting the AP to an PoE Switch. Can you please tell us how we can connect these APs to an 802.11af compatible PowerBridge (by Intermec) ? Thanks.

Hi Thorsten,
The 1242 should be good to go but the 1310 is powered quite differently. Have a look;
AP 1240 Series - Hardware (see diagram)
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6521/products_installation_guide_chapter09186a008079b7f4.html#wp1071972
Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6521/products_installation_guide_chapter09186a008079b7f4.html#wp1052781
1300 Series Power
Power
The access point/bridge receives inline power from the Cisco Aironet Power Injector (hereafter called the power injector). Dual-coax cables are used to provide Ethernet data and power from the power injector to the access point/bridge. The power injector is an external unit designed for operation in a sheltered environment, such as inside a building or vehicle. The power injector also functions as an Ethernet repeater by connecting to a Category 5 LAN backbone and using the dual-coax cable interface to the access point/bridge.
The power injector is available in two models:
Cisco Aironet Power Injector LR2 standard version (included with the access point/bridge)
48-VDC input power
Uses the 48-VDC power module (included with the access point/bridge)
Cisco Aironet Power Injector LR2T optional transportation version
12- to 40-VDC input power
Note The power injector and the power module must not be placed in an outdoor unprotected environment. The power module must not be placed in a building's environmental air space, such as above a suspended ceiling.
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps5861/products_installation_guide_chapter09186a008079b93b.html#wp1051840
Dual coaxial cable to run from the power injector to the 1300. See attached notes:
Cisco Aironet 1300 Series
Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Access Point/Bridge Power Injector
The Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Power Injector,converts the standard 10/100 BaseT Ethernet interface that is suitable for weather protected areas to a dual F-Type connector interface for coax cables that are more suitable for harsh outdoor environments. The Power Injector also provides power to the outdoor unit over the same cables with a power discover feature and surge protection. To support longer cable runs from your wireless network switch or router, the Power Injector LR is designed to accommodate up to a 100 meter coaxial cable run plus 100 meters of indoor cat5 cable?enabling total cable runs up to 200 meters. The Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Outdoor Access Point/Bridge ships with the Power Injector LR2 and an AC power supply.
From this link:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps5861/products_data_sheet09186a008022551d.html
Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Hardware Installation Guide
Ethernet Ports
The access point/bridge dual-coax Ethernet ports consists of a pair of 75-ohm F-type connectors, linking the unit to your 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN through the power injector. The dual-coax cables are used to send and receive Ethernet data and to supply inline 48-VDC power from the power injector to the access point/bridge.
From this link:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps5861/products_installation_guide_book09186a00804d3095.html
AIR-PWRINJ-BLR2
F-Type Connectors
Dual coaxial cable carries full-duplex Ethernet, DC power, and full-duplex console port (RS-232 connection)
From this link:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps5861/products_data_sheet09186a00802252e1.html
Hope this helps!
Rob

1300 Series Access Point/Bridge Power Injector - Using power over ethernet

Can I use power over ethernet to supply the Injector with power?

Hi Mikael,
Sorry, this will not work. Have a look at these specs;
1300 Series Power
Power
The access point/bridge receives inline power from the Cisco Aironet Power Injector (hereafter called the power injector). Dual-coax cables are used to provide Ethernet data and power from the power injector to the access point/bridge. The power injector is an external unit designed for operation in a sheltered environment, such as inside a building or vehicle. The power injector also functions as an Ethernet repeater by connecting to a Category 5 LAN backbone and using the dual-coax cable interface to the access point/bridge.
The power injector is available in two models:
Cisco Aironet Power Injector LR2 standard version (included with the access point/bridge)
48-VDC input power
Uses the 48-VDC power module (included with the access point/bridge)
Cisco Aironet Power Injector LR2T optional transportation version
12- to 40-VDC input power
Note The power injector and the power module must not be placed in an outdoor unprotected environment. The power module must not be placed in a building's environmental air space, such as above a suspended ceiling.
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps5861/products_installation_guide_chapter09186a008079b93b.html#wp1051840
Dual coaxial cable to run from the power injector to the 1300. See attached notes:
Cisco Aironet 1300 Series
Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Access Point/Bridge Power Injector
The Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Power Injector,converts the standard 10/100 BaseT Ethernet interface that is suitable for weather protected areas to a dual F-Type connector interface for coax cables that are more suitable for harsh outdoor environments. The Power Injector also provides power to the outdoor unit over the same cables with a power discover feature and surge protection. To support longer cable runs from your wireless network switch or router, the Power Injector LR is designed to accommodate up to a 100 meter coaxial cable run plus 100 meters of indoor cat5 cable?enabling total cable runs up to 200 meters. The Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Outdoor Access Point/Bridge ships with the Power Injector LR2 and an AC power supply.
From this link:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps5861/products_data_sheet09186a008022551d.html
Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Hardware Installation Guide
Ethernet Ports
The access point/bridge dual-coax Ethernet ports consists of a pair of 75-ohm F-type connectors, linking the unit to your 100BASE-T Ethernet LAN through the power injector. The dual-coax cables are used to send and receive Ethernet data and to supply inline 48-VDC power from the power injector to the access point/bridge.
From this link:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps5861/products_installation_guide_book09186a00804d3095.html
AIR-PWRINJ-BLR2
F-Type Connectors
Dual coaxial cable carries full-duplex Ethernet, DC power, and full-duplex console port (RS-232 connection)
From this link:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps5861/products_data_sheet09186a00802252e1.html
Hope this helps!
Rob

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