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What is the Cisco 1520 Mesh Access Point?
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The Cisco 1520 Mesh Access Point is an outdoor, dual-band 802.11ac Wave 2 device designed for flexible, scalable wireless deployments in challenging environments.
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Which Wi-Fi standards does the Cisco 1520 support?
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The Cisco 1520 supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, offering MU-MIMO, beamforming, and up to 1.3 Gbps aggregate data rates.
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What frequency bands are available on the Cisco 1520?
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The Cisco 1520 operates concurrently on 2.4 GHz (up to 300 Mbps) and 5 GHz (up to 1 Gbps) bands for optimal coverage and performance.
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What mesh networking capabilities does it offer?
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It delivers self-forming, self-healing mesh links that extend coverage without cabling, automatically routing traffic over the best available path.
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How do I deploy the Cisco 1520 Mesh Access Point?
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Mount the unit using the included bracket, connect to a PoE switch or injector, and provision via Cisco DNA Center or mobility controller for plug-and-play setup.
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What power options are supported?
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The Cisco 1520 supports IEEE 802.3af PoE and Cisco Universal PoE, eliminating the need for external power supplies in outdoor installations.
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How many clients can one access point handle?
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Each Cisco 1520 can serve up to 200 active clients simultaneously, leveraging load-balancing and airtime fairness features.
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What is the typical coverage area per unit?
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In optimal conditions, the Cisco 1520 covers up to 300 meters radius outdoors, depending on obstructions and RF environment.
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Which security features are built in?
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It includes WPA3, 802.1X authentication, MAC address filtering, rogue AP detection, and secure boot for comprehensive threat protection.
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Can I manage it with Cisco DNA Center?
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Yes. The Cisco 1520 integrates fully with Cisco DNA Center for policy-based automation, analytics, and centralized lifecycle management.
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What mounting and environmental ratings does it have?
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The unit is IP67-rated, operating from –40 °C to 60 °C, and mounts on poles, walls, or towers with kits included in the package.
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What are the dimensions and weight?
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The Cisco 1520 measures 260 mm × 230 mm × 80 mm and weighs 1.2 kg, making it compact and lightweight for outdoor deployments.
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What deployment scenarios suit the Cisco 1520?
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Ideal for campuses, transportation hubs, stadium perimeters, and outdoor venues requiring resilient, high-capacity mesh coverage.
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How do I troubleshoot connectivity issues?
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Use Cisco DNA Center’s assurance dashboard for real-time RF analysis, inspect mesh link status, and verify PoE power levels via CLI or GUI.
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What warranty and support options are available?
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Cisco offers a limited lifetime warranty on the 1520 hardware, plus optional SMARTnet services for advanced support and faster replacement.
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How does the Cisco 1520 differ from the 1530 model?
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Compared to the 1530, the 1520 is optimized for mesh deployments with lower power consumption and simplified external antenna design.
