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What is the Cisco Aironet 1260 Access Point?
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The Cisco Aironet 1260 Access Point is a high-performance, dual-band 802.11ac Wave 2 indoor wireless access point designed for enterprise and hospitality environments.
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Which frequency bands does the Cisco 1260 support?
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The Cisco 1260 supports simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz operation for optimized coverage and capacity.
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What maximum data rates can I expect from the Cisco 1260?
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The Cisco 1260 delivers up to 1.3 Gbps aggregate throughput on 5 GHz and 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.
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Does the Cisco 1260 support MU-MIMO technology?
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Yes, the Cisco 1260 features downlink MU-MIMO to serve multiple client devices simultaneously and boost overall network efficiency.
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What PoE options are compatible with the Cisco 1260?
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The Cisco 1260 supports 802.3at PoE+ and Cisco pre-standard PoE, requiring up to 15.4 W for full performance.
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Can the Cisco 1260 be managed via the cloud?
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Yes, the Cisco 1260 can be managed through Cisco DNA Center and Cisco Meraki Dashboard for centralized, cloud-based monitoring and configuration.
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Which security features are built into the Cisco 1260?
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Built-in security includes WPA3, 802.1X authentication, rogue AP detection, and Cisco Catalyst TrustSec integration.
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How do I install and mount the Cisco 1260 Access Point?
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The Cisco 1260 installs on a ceiling or wall using the included bracket kit and supports T-bar, drywall, and surface-mount options.
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What antenna options are available for the Cisco 1260?
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The Cisco 1260 features internal omni-directional antennas and supports up to four external RP-SMA antenna connectors for custom coverage.
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What environmental conditions are required for the Cisco 1260?
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The Cisco 1260 operates from 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) with 10%–90% non-condensing humidity.
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Which firmware platform does the Cisco 1260 run on?
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The Cisco 1260 runs Cisco IOS XE software, providing advanced programmability, security, and automation features.
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How many clients can the Cisco 1260 handle?
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The Cisco 1260 is optimized to support up to 200 concurrent client associations per access point.
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What tools are available for troubleshooting the Cisco 1260?
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You can use Cisco DNA Center Assurance, Prime Infrastructure, and built-in CLI diagnostic commands for real-time troubleshooting.
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How do I perform firmware upgrades on the Cisco 1260?
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Firmware upgrades are performed via the Cisco DNA Center or Prime Infrastructure GUI, or through CLI with the 'software install' command.
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What is the typical coverage radius of the Cisco 1260?
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Under normal indoor conditions, the Cisco 1260 provides up to a 30 meter (100 feet) radius of wireless coverage.
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What warranty and support options exist for the Cisco 1260?
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The Cisco 1260 comes with a limited lifetime hardware warranty and optional SMARTnet contracts for 24×7 technical support and accelerated hardware replacement.
