Cisco Cisco Aironet 1140 Access Point Guía De Información
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predictability, reduce downtime and simplify previously-complex management tasks. With existing 802.11n
solutions, the beam strength is not directed to the client, resulting in a sub-optimal client connection for
802.11a/g clients and coverage holes. Cisco M-Drive with ClientLink is a new, intelligent beam forming
technology that directs the signal to improve performance (by up to 40%) and coverage for 802.11a/g devices.
M-Drive also improves predictability of wired networks with wireless through interference mitigation,
automated channel assignment, load balancing for optimized client connections and automated removal of
coverage holes. Finally, M-Drive’s centralized RF and system management removes the complexity from
these management tasks - saving time and money for enterprise IT departments.
Q. Is Cisco M-Drive specific to the Cisco Aironet 1140 and 1260 Series?
A. No. Cisco M-Drive is a system-wide feature of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network.
Q. Is Cisco M-Drive software? Does it operate on the controller or the management system?
A. Cisco M-Drive is software that runs on the wireless controller.
Q. What is the cost of M-Drive to an existing Cisco Unified Wireless Network customer?
A. Cisco M-Drive Technology is available as a free software upgrade for existing customers.
Q. What is Cisco ClientLink technology?
A. The Cisco M-Drive solution and Cisco ClientLink technology help solve one of the key challenges associated
with 802.11n adoption by extending the useful life of existing 802.11a/g devices in mixed-client networks.
Cisco ClientLink is a new intelligent beam forming technology that directs the signal to 802.11a/g devices to
improve performance and coverage by up to 40%. Unlike most 802.11n access points, which only improve the
uplink performance, Cisco ClientLink technology improves performance on both the uplink and downlink
providing a better user experience during web browsing, email, and file downloads. Similarly, the improved
robustness of the link benefits connectivity-oriented applications such as voice and SAP database on
handheld appliances. ClientLink technology is based on signal processing enhancements to the access point
chipset and does not require changes to network parameters. It is beneficial for organizations that want to
ensure that all clients on the network, regardless of type, are guaranteed the bandwidth and throughput they
need.
Cisco Aironet Series Detailed Questions
Q. What are the powering options for the Cisco Aironet 1140 and 1260 Series? Are the Cisco Aironet 1140 and
1260 Series 802.3af-compliant?
A. The Cisco Aironet 1140 and 1260 Series can be powered with an 802.3af switch, a power supply, or power
injector. Since many enterprise WLANs rely on 802.3af switches, an infrastructure upgrade would not be
required - powering the 1140 and 1260 Series is as easy as plugging into any 802.3af Ethernet port to gain
the full performance of 802.11n. For more information on power options, visit
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/wireless/ps5678/ps10092/datasheet_c78-502793.html
. or
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/wireless/ps5678/ps10980/data_sheet_c78-593663.html
.
Q. What antenna options are available for the Cisco Aironet 1260 Series?
A. Cisco offers a variety of dipole, indoor and outdoor omni-directional, and directional antennas that provide
different mounting options and coverage patterns. For more information on antenna options, visit
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/wireless/ps7183/ps469/at_a_glance_c45-513837.pdf
.