1 | Kensington lock slot | 4 | Console port |
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2 | DC Power connection | 5 | Security padlock and hasp (padlock not |
| included) |
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3 | Gbit Ethernet port | 6 | Mounting bracket pins (feet for desk or |
| | | table-top mount) |
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7Configuring the Access Point
This section describes how to connect the access point to a wireless LAN controller. Because the configuration process takes place on the controller, see the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide for additional information. This guide is available on Cisco.com.
The Controller Discovery Process
The access point uses standard Control and Provisioning of Wireless Access Points Protocol (CAPWAP) to communicate between the controller and other wireless access points on the network. CAPWAP is a standard, interoperable protocol which enables an access controller to manage a collection of wireless termination points. The discovery process using CAPWAP is identical to the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) used with previous Cisco Aironet access points. LWAPP-enabled access points are compatible with CAPWAP, and conversion to a CAPWAP controller is seamless. Deployments can combine CAPWAP and LWAPP software on the controllers.
The functionality provided by the controller does not change except for customers who have Layer 2 deployments, which CAPWAP does not support.
In a CAPWAP environment, a wireless access point discovers a controller by using CAPWAP discovery mechanisms and then sends it a CAPWAP join request. The controller sends the access point a CAPWAP join response allowing the access point to join the controller. When the access point joins the controller, the controller manages its configuration, firmware, control transactions, and data transactions.
Note For additional information about the discovery process and CAPWAP, see the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software Configuration Guide. This document is available on Cisco.com.
Note CAPWAP support is provided in controller software release 5.2 or later. However, your controller must be running release 7.1.91.0 or later to support 3600 series access points.
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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
Cisco Aironet 3600 Series Lightweight Access Points
1 About this Guide
2 Introduction to the Access Point
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3 Safety Instructions
translated safety warnings that accompanied this device. Statement
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
20A. Statement
5 Configurations
4 Unpacking
External Antennas
Internal Antennas
Regulatory Domains
Countries Supported
6 Access Point Ports and Connectors
LED indicator
Figure 2 Access Point LED Indicator top-3602I Model
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The Controller Discovery Process
7 Configuring the Access Point
Preparing the Access Point
Performing a Pre-Installation Configuration
Installation Summary
Controller Layer 3 devices Cisco Aironet access points
Pre-Installation Configuration Setup
2106 controller WS-C3550, WS-C3560, and WS-C3750 switches
Step 2 Apply power to the access point
C1880 switch
2600, 2610, 2611, 2621, 2650, and 2651 multiservice platforms
c. If the access point shuts down, check the power source
9 Deploying the Access Point on the Wireless Network
8 Mounting the Access Point
Installing a Module
10 Installing Modules
Step 5 Screw down the thumb screws on the module
Guidelines for Using Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Points
11 Troubleshooting
Using DHCP Option
Checking the Access Point LED
Status LED
LED Status Indications continued
Troubleshooting the Access Point Join Process
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
12 Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information
Module Models
Access Point Models
VCCI Statement for Japan
Japanese Translation
Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan
English Translation
03-6434-6500
Statement 371-Power Cable and AC Adapter
Industry Canada
Canadian Compliance Statement
Access Point Models
European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein
Module Models
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The following standards were applied
Health & Safety-EN60950-1 2005 EN 50385
EMC-EN 301.489-1 v1.8.1 EN 301.489-17
Radio-EN 300 328 v 1.7.1 EN 301.893 v
Generic Discussion on RF Exposure
Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure
This Device Meets FCC Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves
Additional Information on RF Exposure
Chinese Translation
Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan
Administrative Rules for Low-power Radio-Frequency Devices Article
Regulatory Information
Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil
Portuguese Translation
Declaration of Conformity Statements
13 Configuring DHCP Option 43 and DHCP Option
Cisco AP c3600-ServiceProvider
Cisco AP c3600
Type + Length + Value
14 Access Point Specifications
Specification
Category
Access Point Specifications continued
refer to Channels and Maximum Power Settings for Cisco Aironet
15 Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request