Cisco Systems 340 Connecting Cables on 350 Series Access Points, Access Point Power Options

Chapter 2 Installation

Connecting the Ethernet and Power Cables

Connecting Cables on 350 Series Access Points

Follow these steps to connect the Ethernet cable and power supply on 350 series access points:

Step 1 Plug the RJ-45 Ethernet connector into the Ethernet port on the back of the access point.

Step 2 Choose a power option for the access point. The 350 series access point receives power through the Ethernet cable. Figure 2-4shows the three power options for the access point.

Figure 2-4 Access Point Power Options

Option 1

Switch with inline power

Catalyst 2950

Option 2 Option 3

Switch

(without inline power)

Switch

(without inline power)

Catalyst 2950

Catalyst 2950

Inline Power

Patch Panel

Power injector

Power cord

Universal

power supply

Access Point

Power options include:

•A switch with inline power, such as a Cisco Catalyst 3524-PWR-XL

•An inline power patch panel, such as a Cisco Catalyst Inline Power Patch Panel

•A Cisco Aironet power injector

Caution Cisco Aironet power injectors are designed for use with 350 series access points and bridges only. Using the power injector with other Ethernet-ready devices can damage the equipment.

Caution The operational voltage range for Cisco Aironet 350 series access points and bridges is 24 to 60 VDC. Higher voltage can damage the equipment.

Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide

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