Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Power Injector
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1. 802 11a 4 9 GHz 20 MHz 6 Mbps 89 dBm 9 Mbps 89 dBm 12 Mbps 88 dBm 18 Mbps 86 dBm 24 Mbps 83 dBm 36 Mbps 80 dBm 48 Mbps 75 dBm 54 Mbps 74 dBm Network interface e 10 100 1000 Gigabit Ethernet autosensing e Fiber SFP e 16 Basic SSIDs e HTTP Webpage redirect e LWAPP based e Managed by Cisco wireless LAN controller and Cisco Wireless Control System WCS Networking features Management Security Wireless bridging mesh e X 509 digital certificates e MAC address authentication e Hardware assisted AES encryption Wireless access e 802 11i 802 1X authentication including EAP PEAP EAP TLS EAP TTLS Cisco LEAP Hardware assisted AES WPA Temporal Key Integrity Protocol Message Identity Check TKIP MIC encryption VPN pass through IP Security IPsec Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol L2TP e MAC address filtering 2008 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved This document is Cisco Public Information Page 7 of 10 Data Sheet jem Speottioton S O Compliance Safety e UL 60950 CAN CSA C22 2 No 60950 IEC 60950 e EN 60950 Radio approvals e FCC Part 15 247 90 210 FCC Bulletin OET 65C RSS 210 RSS 102 e AS NZS 4268 2003 EMI and susceptibility e FCC part 15 107 15 109 e ICES 003 12 0 in x 7 8 in x 6 4 in 30 48 cm x 19 81 cm x 16 26 cm including antenna mount 18 lbs 8 20 kg for basic access point to 26 Ibs 11 8 kg for fully configured access point and ee bracket Oper2. Afafe CISCO Data Sheet Cisco Aironet 1524 Lightweight Outdoor Mesh Access Point Product Overview The Cisco Aironet 1520 Series consists of the 1522 dual radio mesh access point and the 1524 multi radio mesh access point Cisco Aironet 1524 Lightweight Outdoor Mesh Access Point Figure 1 enables cost effective deployment of secure outdoor wireless LANs that scales to meet current and future demands for mobility The Cisco Aironet 1524 is a multi radio mesh access point designed for municipal Wi Fi deployments for public access and public safety applications Figure 1 Cisco Aironet 1524 The Cisco Aironet 1524 is preconfigured with three radios compliant with IEEE 802 11a 802 11b g and 4 9GHz public safety standards Various uplink connectivity options are supported such as Gigabit Ethernet 10 100 1000BaseT and small form factor pluggable SFP for fiber interface Power options supported include 480VAC 12VDC Power over Ethernet POE and internal battery backup It also employs Cisco s Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol AWPP to form a dynamic wireless mesh network between remote access points while delivering secure high capacity wireless access to any Wi Fi compliant client device Figure 2 The Cisco Aironet 1524 Lightweight Outdoor Mesh Access Point s modular design creates a flexible platform that can enable separate mesh access networks within the device By dedicating multiple separate radios to access the C
3. at the same time 2008 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved This document is Cisco Public Information Page 2 of 10 Data Sheet a The Cisco Aironet 1524 dedicates radios for the backhaul and access allowing mesh networks to maximize use of the total available channels This results in more capacity than is available with solutions that use only a single radio When more capacity is needed additional sectors can be enabled for example by provisioning a network connection to additional access points The mesh dynamically re optimizes itself when this is done Zero Touch Configuration Using the Cisco Lightweight Access Point Protocol LWAPP features the Cisco Aironet 1524 mesh access point can discover its LWAPP controller and automatically download the correct configuration and software for its role in the wireless mesh network Cisco Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol AWPP Wireless mesh networks have unique features and requirements and to address these features and requirements Cisco has built a new protocol that allows each node to determine its neighbor or parent intelligently choosing the optimal path toward the controller Unlike traditional routing protocols AWPP takes RF details into account AWPP automatically determines the best path back to the LWAPP controller by calculating the cost of each path in terms of signal strength and number of hops After the path is established AWPP continuously monitors the best path c
4. ating 40 to 55 40 to 131 F plus Solar Loading temperature Storage temperature 50 to 85 58 to 185F Environmental P67 ratings e NEMA 4X Wind resistance e Up to 100 MPH sustained winds e Up to 165 MPH wind gusts Immunity e lt 5 mJ for 6kV 3kA 8 20 ms waveform e ANSI IEEE C62 41 EN61000 4 5 Level 4 AC Surge Immunity EN61000 4 4 Level 4 Electrical Fast Transient Burst Immunity EN61000 4 3 Level 4 EMC Field Immunity EN61000 4 2 Level 4 ESD Immunity EN60950 Overvoltage Category IV Power options 90 480 VAC 47 63 Hz Power over Ethernet 48 VDC 10 percent 12 VDC e Internal battery backup Warranty Wi Fi certification CERTIFIED Ordering Information To place an order visit the Cisco Ordering Website at http www cisco com en US ordering index shtml For detail parts lists and order information please review the ordering guide at http www cisco com en US products hw wireless index html The Cisco Aironet 1524 part numbers distinguish the regulatory domains for which the access points are designed Customers are responsible for verifying approval for use in their individual countries To verify approval and to identify the regulatory domain that corresponds to a particular country please visit http www cisco com go aironet compliance Table 3 lists the part numbers available for the Cisco Aironet 1524 2008 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved This document is Cisco Pu
5. blic Information Page 8 of 10 Data Sheet ee Table 3 Part Numbers for the Cisco Aironet 1524 AIR LAP1524PS A K9 Cisco Aironet 1524AG Lightweight Outdoor Mesh Access Point Public Safety 4 9 GHz 5 8 GHz 2 4 GHz FCC configuration Antennas The Cisco Aironet 1524 provides N type connectors for the 2 4 GHz 5 8 GHz and 4 9 GHz antennas It is certified for use with antenna types listed in Table 4 Table 4 Antennas for Cisco Aironet 1524 Configurable Options Cisco Aironet 1524 provides internal backup power option Table 5 shows the part numbers for the battery options Table 5 Cisco Aironet 1524 Battery Options Part Number Product Name AIR 1520 BATT 6AH Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Battery AIR 1520 BATT 6AH Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Battery spare Accessory Options Table 6 shows the accessory options that are available for the Cisco Aironet 1524 Table 6 Cisco Aironet 1524 Series Power Supply Options and Part Numbers Service and Support 2008 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved This document is Cisco Public Information Page 9 of 10 Data Sheet Cisco offers a wide range of services programs to accelerate customer success These innovative programs are delivered through a unique combination of people processes tools and partners resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction Cisco services help you protect your network investment optimize network operations and prepare your network f
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7. isco Aironet 1524 creates the most robust and secure mesh infrastructure capable of supporting public and private applications simultaneously Key features of the Cisco Aironet 1524 are e Modular radio support 802 11a 802 11b g licensed 4 9GHz public safety e Upgradeable to new radio technologies e Improved 802 11g radio sensitivity and range performance with Maximal Ratio Combining MRC e Multiple uplink options Gigabit Ethernet 10 100 1000BaseT Fiber SFP interface 2008 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved This document is Cisco Public Information Page 1 of 10 Data Sheet oe e Multiple power options Power over Ethernet 480 VAC Streetlight Power 12 VDC and internal battery backup power e 802 3af compliant Power over Ethernet interface to connect IP devices e NEMA 4X certified enclosure e LED status indicators Figure 2 Cisco Wireless Mesh Network Solution Multilayer Multilayer Sl Switch Switch sly lt ys cir WLAN Controller WLAN Controller Architecture The Cisco Aironet 1524 access point is a component of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network and Cisco Outdoor Wireless Networking Solutions The unified architecture centralizes key functions of the wireless LAN to provide scalable management advanced security seamless mobility proven reliability and mobility services such as multiple Service Set Identifiers SSIDs and quality of service QoS for voice video and data a
8. itions With the 802 3af compliant PoE feature mesh access points can connect and power other IP devices such as video surveillance cameras and IP sensors This allows easy and quick deployment of mission critical monitoring applications at locations where infrastructure does not exist Video cameras and monitor sensors can take advantage of the mesh access point to connect to the network and data can be transmitted via secure Wi Fi With internal battery power backup the mesh access point will continue to function reliably even when the power is temporarily down This allows the network operator to continue to monitor any incident while the power is being restored 2008 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved This document is Cisco Public Information Page 4 of 10 Data Sheet Features and Benefits Table 1 describes the features and benefits of Cisco Aironet 1524 Lightweight Outdoor Mesh Access Points Table 1 Features and Benefits Feature Benefit O O Adaptive Wireless Path Forms a wireless mesh network between nodes Protocol AWPP Designed specifically for a multi radio platform to handle acute environmental interference as well as self interference Dynamically optimizes traffic routes between nodes for high network resiliency and high system capacity Self heals from interference or outages reducing management costs Optimal Parent Selection scans all available channels to help ensure that the mesh optimizes netwo
9. izing management costs The Cisco Aironet 1524 is part of the innovative Cisco Unified Wireless Network It works with Cisco wireless LAN controllers and Cisco WCS to enable centrally at a systems level all management security and mobility services capabilities This allows the network to smoothly operate across the indoor and outdoor wireless LAN Cisco Aironet 1524 Lightweight Outdoor Mesh Access Points deliver industry leading performance for wireless mesh networking Product Specifications Table 2 lists specifications for the Cisco Aironet 1524 Table 2 Cisco Aironet 1524 Product Specifications Wireless standards Multi radio configuration e 802 11a e 802 11b g e Public safety 4 9 GHz 5 10 20 MHz channels Media Access Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance CSMA CA Protocol Data rates and e 802 11a 5 8 GHz 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 6 Mbps Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing modulation OFDM e 802 11b 11 5 5 2 1 Mbps Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS e 802 119 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 6 Mbps OFDM e 802 11a 4 9 GHz 5 MHz 13 5 12 9 6 4 5 3 2 25 1 5 Mbps 10 MHz 27 24 18 12 9 6 4 5 3 Mops 20 MHz 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 6 Mbps Multi radio option Regulatory 802 11a 5 8GHz 802 11b g Frequency band and version A operating channels 5 725 5 850 GHz 2 412 2 462 GHz 4 940 4 990 GHz 16 channels five 11 channels three 5 MHz channel width nonoverla
10. oftware Security X 509 digital certification prevents unauthorized devices from joining the wireless mesh network Hardware based AES encrypts access point to access point traffic to help ensure privacy The Cisco wireless LAN controllers define the security policy for centralized applications Supports 802 111 WPA2 and WPA standard security authentication and encryption for interoperability with any Wi Fi compliant client Supported EAP types include subscriber identity module SIM Protected EAP PEAP Transport Layer Security TLS Tunneled Transport Layer Security TTLS and Cisco LEAP EAP PSK is supported for mutual authentication between mesh access point nodes Zero touch configuration Allows access points to securely join the wireless mesh network without needing to be deployment configured on site at installation reducing deployment costs Simplifies installations of new mesh access point when Bridge Group Names BGN are used Radio Resource Interoperates with software at the controller to create an intelligent RF plane for self Management RRM configuration self healing and self optimization Detects interference from existing unrelated WLAN access points and adjusts the RF parameters to optimize network performance Quality of Service Support for 802 11e Wi Fi Multimedia WMM provides quality of service and seamless roaming for high priority traffic such as voice or video Provides differentiated services for high priority
11. onditions and changes routes if necessarily to optimize performance AWPP also performs a smoothing function by signaling condition information to help ensure that the ephemeral nature of RF environments does not impact network stability Robust Embedded Security A core component of the Cisco Unified Wireless Solution is the use of X 509 certificates and AES encryption for LWAPP transactions This X 509 and AES encryption is embedded into the wireless mesh solution with LWAPP transactions and by AES encrypting all traffic between mesh nodes The complete packet path is from the Cisco controller to the access points and eventually to the users The controller encapsulates user packets and forwards them to the correct root access point RAP over Ethernet The RAP has a wired connection to the backhaul and it wirelessly connects mesh access points MAPs at locations without a wired connection The RAP then encrypts the user data packets and transfers them over the backhaul Data packets may travel through multiple mesh access points before reaching the destination MAP After receiving the encrypted user data the destination MAP decrypts them and sends them over the air to the client using the encryption method specified by the client For mutual authentication Extensible Authentication Protocol Pre Shared Key EAP PSK is now supported between the mesh access point nodes Seamless Mobility The same seamless mobility features delivered through
12. onet 1524 is designed specifically for outdoor environments It features antenna connectors for extended range or coverage versatility and more flexible installation options In outdoor municipal wireless applications for example network operators can place Cisco Aironet 1524 mesh access points on buildings or mount them on lampposts and antenna towers connected with a wired connection Uplink connectivity options such as Gigabit Ethernet and fiber are supported on the Cisco Aironet 1524 This provides flexibility for deploying the mesh access point anywhere in the community The access point without wired connection will use the 5 8 GHz radio to wirelessly connect to the other mesh access point Specifically designed with the needs of public safety customers in mind the Cisco Aironet 1524 can accommodate a mixed public safety and public service network with three radios 5 8 GHz for backhaul and 2 4 GHz and 4 9GHz for access In this deployment scenario public safety applications can be accessed on the 4 9 GHz licensed network by first responders while at the same time a municipality can provide 2 4 GHz access to city workers inspectors or for public access The metal housing enclosure of the Cisco Aironet 1524 provides the rugged and extended operating temperature range required in harsh outdoor environments The rugged enclosure allows the mesh access point to maximize network uptime remaining available and reliable even in severe weather cond
13. or new applications to extend network intelligence and the power of your business For more information about Cisco services visit Cisco Technical Support Services or Cisco Advanced Services For more information about Cisco Aironet 1524 Lightweight Outdoor Mesh Access Points contact your local account representative or visit http www cisco com go outdoorwireless AMMB 103 Haseiquariait gala Pacis Heatkqueartere Qurape Heat quarters S Sines Systm Ina Gino Systoms USA Pho ig Gigon Sysioma iiomatianal RY Gan Jose CA Sisco Arnsiardarn The Netherlands fslace has more than 200 offices wor dw de Addresses prone numbers and fax numbers are listed or the Ciscoe Wens te at www cisca com gosenices TORE OOENT Hace Fos Ciaos SeativenYinien the Gess laps DOE snow Welsone m dre Humen Neat ore raters Changing tre very Wa Work Live Play ancl Len ina senice mork and Socase Raoiatiar Sine ANCAS Bringing ihe Rieating 6 You Gotalvet CODA GUDR Gale CCAR ON OONE OCS COVE Gace the Uisce Carttiad riterristwork Cxpert logo Saco IOS Caeco Prong Vigoo Systema Omoo Gystems Cartel ihs isg Syslenis loge Deog Unity Cullahrtion Wih Lirritsiion Erap Solver Ether hannel EtherFsst then Seattets Evert Cert Fest Sien Frka Ms Biewsing Foanithare Reens Horne Lirik Irtierrigt Qualis IMS Pritt gt Pxypentios the iG levy O Net Reaiinass Seasca Muikk Sturt konfir the enfern lips Lahiran Linksys Hedat Meeting kea MAX Naceix
14. pping nonoverlapping channels e 10 channels 10 channels nonoverlapping channels 10 MHz channel width e 5 channels five nonoverlapping channels 20 MHz channel width e 2 channels two nonoverlapping channels 2008 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved This document is Cisco Public Information Page 6 of 10 Data Sheet ee Transmit power Maximum 2 4 GHz 28 dBm 4 9 GHz 26 dBm 5 8 GHz 28 dBm Maximum transmit power will vary by channel data rate and individual country regulations Receive sensitivity typical 802 11a 5 8 GHz 6 Mbps 91 dBm 9 Mbps 90 dBm 12 Mbps 89 dBm 18 Mbps 24 Mbps 36 Mbps 48 Mbps 54 Mbps 86 dBm 84 dBm 80 dBm 76 dBm 73 dBm 802 11b 1 Mbps 96 dBm 2 Mbps 96 dBm 5 5 Mbps 95dBm 11 Mbps 92 dBm 802 11g with MRC 1 Mbps 96 dBm 2 Mbps 96 dBm 5 5 Mbps 95 dBm 6 Mbps 91 dBm 9 Mbps 91 dBm 11 Mbps 12 Mbps 18 Mbps 24 Mbps 36 Mbps 48 Mbps 54 Mbps 92 dBm 91 dBm 90 dBm 89 dBm 86 dBm 80 dBm 80 dBm 802 11a 4 9 GHz 5MHz 1 5 Mbps 93 dBm 2 25 Mbps 93 dBm 3 Mbps 93 dBm 4 5 Mbps 92 dBm 6 Mbps 88 dBm 9 Mbps 85 dBm 12 Mbps 80 dBm 13 5 Mbps 79 dBm 802 11a 4 9 GHz 10 MHz 3 Mbps 92 dBm 4 5 Mbps 92 dBm 6 Mbps 91 dBm 9 Mbps 89 dBm 12 Mbps 86 dBm 18 Mbps 82 dBm 24 Mbps 78 dBm 27 Mbps 77 dBm
15. pplications The Cisco Aironet 1524 is managed and monitored by Cisco wireless LAN controllers and the Cisco Wireless Control System WCS It supports zero touch configuration deployment to easily and securely join the mesh network Flexible high powered high sensitivity radio options along with a selection of high gain antennas allow coverage to be scaled as capacity needs increase Uplink connectivity can be via Gigabit Ethernet or fiber The Cisco Aironet 1524 is compliant with Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPA2 which employs hardware based Advanced Encryption Standard AES encryption between wireless nodes to provide end to end enterprise class security Self Configuring and Self Healing Mesh The Cisco Aironet 1524 mesh access point can be installed anywhere power is available without the need for a network connection Intelligent wireless routing is based on the Cisco s Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol AWPP which is designed specifically for wireless environments AWPP enables a remote access point to dynamically optimize the best route to the connected network within the mesh mitigating interference and helping to ensure high network capacity Deployment and management costs for the Cisco Aironet 1524 are reduced through support of zero configuration deployments and through the ability of the access points to self heal in response to interference or outages The mesh access point can act as a relay node and can associate 2 4 GHz clients
16. rk capacity Exclusion listing provides intelligence at the access point to exclude as a parent any access point through which a link to the controller cannot be established Bridging Bridges remote networks over wireless in a point to point or point to multipoint configuration eliminating leased lines or providing an alternative backhaul e Allows remote peripherals such as security cameras to be bridged to the network e Wireless link distance adjustment allows the 802 11 protocols to be tuned for optimal performance over extended bridging distances Modular radio design Multi radio support provides separate channels and or frequencies for the mesh infrastructure and client access enabling pico cell design minimizing system interference and delivering high system capacity Complies with 802 11a and 802 11b g standards for interoperability with any Wi Fi compliant client Supports dedicated radios for mesh backhaul and radios for public safety 4 9 GHz and 802 11 b g public access Single integrated design simplifies deployment and management Standards based LWAPP Centralizes functions of wireless LANs at Cisco wireless LAN controllers to enable intelligent system level device and RF management security and mobility across and between subnets Provides a consistent WLAN architecture between indoor and outdoor deployments Managed through easy to use and intuitive interfaces on Cisco wireless LAN controllers and Cisco WCS s
17. the Cisco Unified Wireless Solution are delivered in the Cisco Outdoor Wireless Networking solution Users can seamlessly roam in outdoor environments between the various Cisco Aironet 1520 Series mesh access points at different locations If there is a Cisco indoor wireless network infrastructure the user can also roam between the indoor and outdoor environments 2008 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved This document is Cisco Public Information Page 3 of 10 Data Sheet I Layer 2 or Layer 3 Network Operation Just as the Cisco Unified Wireless Network solution allows the LWAPP access points to communicate with the controller via a Layer 2 L2 or Layer 3 L3 network this flexibility is extended to the outdoor wireless mesh network Highly Scalable Mesh The Cisco Outdoor Wireless Networking solution can scale to a few thousand mesh access points with a cluster of up to 24 controllers each with up to 16 multiple Basic Service Set Identifiers BSSIDs For large deployment a Cisco 4400 Series Wireless LAN Controller can support up to 100 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series mesh access points Capacity in a mesh network can be increased conveniently by adding the mesh access points at the edge of the network or by configuring more root access points in the network As with all large scale deployments a professional site survey is required to determine the optimal number of access points needed for best performance Applications The Cisco Air
18. traffic Enables public safety and enterprise voice over IP VoIP and video applications Multiple Basic Service Set 16 BSSIDs allow multiple virtual WLANs for different user types such as public access Identifiers BSSIDs municipal services police or fire departments and also enable wholesale business models Uplink options Provides a flexible cost effective and speedy deployment using various uplink connectivity options 1000BaseT Gigabit Ethernet SFP fiber interface 2008 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved This document is Cisco Public Information Page 5 of 10 Data Sheet Internal battery backup e Increased availability and reliability of network during power outages option 802 3af compliant Power e Provides flexibility and speedy deployment of IP devices in the field that connect to the over Ethernet PoE out mesh access point Rugged enclosure e Maximizes network uptime through reliability in severe weather conditions including rain lightning wind and vibration from storms or road traffic Summary The Cisco Aironet 1524 Lightweight Outdoor Mesh Access Point is ideal for outdoor wireless deployments supporting a multi radio configuration for public access and public safety in the same network Cisco s Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol AWPP designed specifically for wireless environments provides dynamic path optimization and self healing capabilities making the Cisco Aironet 1524 easy to use and minim
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