Cisco Aironet 2700 Series User Manual

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Cisco Aironet Series 2700/3700 Access Points
Deployment Guide
Last Updated: May, 2014
Cisco Aironet Series 3700 Access Point
Abstract
This section covers the Cisco 3700 Series Access Points theory of operation and installation as part of a
Cisco wireless LAN (WLAN) solution. Subjects related include:
• Choosing the right Access Point.
• Differences between AP 3700 and AP 3600.
• Feature module and ClientLink support.
• Physical/Hardware details, mounting options, bracket choices, and installation considerations.
• Antenna options, radiation patterns, and external antenna deployments.
• Understanding spatial streams, MCS rates and beam-forming (802.11n Primer).
• Review of 802.11ac and Wave-1 module for AP 3600.
• Understanding 802.11ac and Wave-1 for the AP 3700.
• Best Practices–Understanding Channel usage, 80 MHz, and available 11ac clients.
• 802.11ac performance considerations.
This document is intended for trained and experienced technical personnel familiar with the existing
Cisco Wireless Networking Group (WNG) product line and features.

Cisco Aironet 2700 Series Specifications

General

Model	Cisco Aironet 2700 Series
Category	Wireless Access Point
Wireless Standards	802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Data Transfer Rate	Up to 1.3 Gbps
Mounting Type	Ceiling, Wall
Ethernet Ports	1x 10/100/1000BASE-T
Power Options	802.3af/at PoE
Antenna Type	Internal
PoE Support	Yes
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Security Features	802.1X, WPA/WPA2
Management	Cisco Prime Infrastructure