Name: 802.11ag LWAPP AP Dual 2.4,5GHz RP-TNC China Cnfg 1240AG Series Access Points
Brand: Cisco
SKU: AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9
Price: 1050.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (7 reviews)

Question 1

What is the Cisco AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9 access point?

Accepted Answer

The AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9 is a dual-band 802.11a/g lightweight access point that operates at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, designed for centralized management via Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers.

Question 2

Which wireless standards does the AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9 support?

Accepted Answer

This access point supports IEEE 802.11a and 802.11g standards, enabling dual-band operation and backward compatibility with legacy Wi-Fi devices.

Question 3

What are the maximum data rates of this access point?

Accepted Answer

The AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9 delivers up to 54 Mbps in both the 2.4 GHz (802.11g) and 5 GHz (802.11a) bands for reliable wireless performance.

Question 4

How is the AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9 powered?

Accepted Answer

It supports IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing data and power to be delivered over a single Ethernet cable for simplified installation.

Question 5

Which antennas are compatible with the AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9?

Accepted Answer

This model features two RP-TNC connectors per radio and is compatible with Cisco omni-directional and sector directional antennas for flexible coverage.

Question 6

How do I manage the AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9 access point?

Accepted Answer

It is centrally managed by Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers using Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) or Cisco Mobility Express for on-premises or standalone operation.

Question 7

What security features are included?

Accepted Answer

Security features include WPA2-Enterprise, 802.1X with EAPOL, rogue device detection, RF spectrum analysis, and secure management via SSH and TLS.

Question 8

Which certifications does the AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9 have?

Accepted Answer

This model is CE, FCC, SRRC, RoHS, and Wi-Fi Alliance certified, ensuring regulatory compliance and interoperability in China and global markets.

Question 9

What environmental conditions does it support?

Accepted Answer

The access point operates in temperatures from 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) and humidity up to 90% non-condensing, suitable for office and light-industrial environments.

Question 10

What is the difference between standard and China configuration?

Accepted Answer

The “-C” suffix indicates China radio regulatory settings and certifications, ensuring compliance with China’s spectrum regulations and approval authorities.

Question 11

How do I upgrade the firmware?

Accepted Answer

Firmware upgrades are performed via the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller GUI or CLI using TFTP/FTP, ensuring secure, automated distribution to all lightweight APs.

Question 12

What deployment scenarios are ideal for this access point?

Accepted Answer

It is ideal for small to medium offices, retail stores, and educational environments requiring centralized control, dual-band performance, and industry-standard security.

Question 13

Does the AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9 support mesh networking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports Cisco Mesh Protocol when managed by a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller, extending coverage without additional cabling.

Question 14

What warranty and support options are available?

Accepted Answer

Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty plus 90 days of software updates. Optional Cisco SMARTnet provides 24×7 support and next-business-day hardware replacement.

Question 15

How can I purchase the AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9?

Accepted Answer

You can order through authorized Cisco resellers or the Cisco Commerce Workspace, using SKU AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9 for China configuration.

Question 16

What accessories are recommended for optimal performance?

Accepted Answer

Recommended accessories include Cisco 2.4/5 GHz omni-directional antennas, PoE injectors or switches, and Cisco CleanAir modules for enhanced RF management.

	AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9	AIR-AP1242G-A-K9	AIR-LAP1242AG-P-K9	AIR-AP1242G-E-K9	AIR-LAP1242AG-K-K9
Antenna Gain	3dBi	3dBi	N/A	N/A	N/A
Antenna Type	Internal Omnidirectional	Omnidirectional	Internal Omnidirectional	Omnidirectional	Omnidirectional
Beamforming	No	N/A	No	No	Yes
Compliance	FCC, CE, RoHS	FCC / CE / RoHS	FCC / CE / RoHS	FCC / CE / RoHS	FCC, CE, RoHS
Connector Type	RJ-45	RJ-45	RJ-45	RJ-45	RJ-45
Coverage Area	Indoor	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Data Rate	54 Mbps per band	144 Mbps	Up to 54Mbps	54Mbps	300Mbps
Depth	N/A	9.5 inches	8.4 inches	N/A	N/A
Ethernet Port	1x Gigabit	1x Gigabit	1x Gigabit	1x Gigabit	1x Gigabit
Frequency Bands	2.4GHz / 5GHz	2.4GHz	2.4GHz / 5GHz	2.4GHz	2.4GHz / 5GHz
Height	N/A	2.1 inches	3.1 inches	N/A	N/A
MIMO Technology	N/A	SU-MIMO	N/A	N/A	SU-MIMO
Management Features	SNMP, Web-based GUI	On-Premises / SNMP	On-Premises / SNMP	On-Premises / SNMP	On-Premises, SNMP
Max Number of Devices Supported	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Max Range	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Memory	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mesh Networking	No	No	No	No	No
Mounting Options	Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount	Ceiling Mount	Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount	Ceiling Mount / Wall Mount	Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount
Outdoor Use	No	No	No	No	No
Power Supply	PoE	PoE	PoE	PoE	PoE
Processor	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Product Name	Cisco AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9	Cisco Aironet 1242G Access Point	Cisco Aironet 1242AG-P-K9 Wireless Access Point	AIR-AP1242G-E-K9	AIR-LAP1242AG-K-K9
Product Type	Wireless Access Point	Wireless Access Point	Wireless Access Point	Wireless Access Point	Wireless Access Point
Protocols Supported	802.11a, 802.11g	802.11b/g/n	802.11a/b/g	802.11b/g	802.11a/b/g/n
Security Features	WPA2, 802.1X	WPA2 / WEP / 802.1X	WEP / WPA / WPA2 / 802.1X	WEP / WPA / WPA2 / 802.1X	WPA2, 802.1X
Weight	N/A	3.4 lbs	4.2 lbs	N/A	N/A
Wi-Fi Standard	802.11a/g	802.11b/g/n	802.11a/g	802.11b/g	802.11a/b/g/n
Width	N/A	9.0 inches	9.7 inches	N/A	N/A
Wireless Type	Access Point	Access Point	Access Point	Access Point	Access Point
Wi‑Fi Standard

AIR-LAP1242AG-C-K9