Next Generation Outdoor Wireless Access Point

Cisco® CleanAir technology provides integrated spectrum intelligence for self-configuring and self-healing networks

ClientLink technology improves the reliability and coverage of traditional clients

Improved 802.11n coverage and performance with 2x3 multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) technology

The data rate on each radio frequency band can reach 300 Mbps

Support multi-way radio communication (802.11a / n, 802.11b / g / n)

Provides DOCSIS 3.0 / EuroDOCSIS 3.0, 8x4 hybrid fiber coaxial (HFC) cable modem options

Triple antenna MIMO technology and two spatial streams improve 802.11n wireless reception sensitivity and coverage

Multiple uplink options (Gigabit Ethernet - 10/100/1000 BaseT, Fiber SFP interface - Cables (supported on select models)

Built-in battery provides backup power

NEMA Type 4X approved housing

Cisco Aironet 1552E

External antenna model

Cisco Aironet 1552C

Cable modem model

Cisco Aironet 1552H

Hazardous area-specific models

Cisco Aironet 1552I

Integrated antenna model

High performance outdoor wireless access point

High performance outdoor wireless access point

The Cisco Aironet 1550 Series outdoor wireless access point with CleanAir technology is the industry's first enterprise-class and carrier-class 802.11n wireless access point to create self-healing and self-optimizing wireless networks to reduce the impact of wireless interference. It provides a flexible, secure, scalable mesh network that delivers high-performance mobility for large urban areas, corporate parks, manufacturing sites, and mining sites. The Cisco Aironet 1550 Series supports multi-device and multi-network application delivery such as real-time seamless mobility, video surveillance, 3G and 4G data offloading, and public and private Wi-Fi access. The Cisco Aironet 1550 Series offers the following benefits to meet the needs of many industry customers:

Flexible deployment options: access network or mesh network; Ethernet expansion; Ethernet, optical fiber, wireless or cable backhaul.

Outstanding telecom operator business support: Provide Wi-Fi to support the next generation of mobile data network to uninstall and personalized mobile services.

Cisco CleanAir Technology: Integrated Spectrum Intelligence features detect, classify, and mitigate RF interference from unauthorized wireless bridges or rogue devices.

Wi-Fi-based high-bandwidth video surveillance eliminates the high cost of long-distance cable laying.

High-performance, multi-function network, as well as low capital expenditure (CapEx) and operating expenses (OpEx).

Integrated wired and wireless technology: The Cisco Borderless Network Architecture provides cost-saving with an end-to-end network access solution that integrates wireless, switching, routing, and security functions.

Flexible, high-performance mesh network

The Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Wireless Access Point provides a flexible, secure, scalable mesh network platform that is a component of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network and Cisco Carrier Wi-Fi solutions for large urban, Parks, production sites and mining areas bring high-performance mobility. Carrier-class design enables telecom operators to leverage Wi-Fi to support next-generation mobile data offloading. The Cisco Aironet 1550 Series offers high-performance device access with 802.11a / b / g / n multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) technology and two spatial streams to improve wireless sensitivity and coverage. The access point can support multiple uplink and power options. The 802.3af compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) interface allows easy connection of IP devices such as IP video cameras. The NEMA Type 4X enclosure is rugged enough to withstand harsh conditions. To ensure mission-critical applications continue to operate while power is off, the Cisco Aironet 1550 Series provides an internal battery as a backup power source.

Cisco CleanAir technology

The Cisco Aironet 1550 Series with Cisco CleanAir technology detects the interference from common outdoor interference sources such as unauthorized devices and WiMAX and wireless bridge products to deliver the highest performance 802.11n connectivity for mission-critical outdoor networks. The series of products using chip-level intelligence features to create a self-healing spectrum sensing, self-optimizing wireless network, reducing the adverse effects of wireless interference. CleanAir is a system-level feature of Cisco Unified Wireless Networks that detects RF interference that is unrecognized by other systems, detects and locates sources of interference, and then optimizes wireless coverage through automatic tuning, which greatly improves the quality of wireless networks.

Excellent radio frequency

The Cisco Aironet 1550 Series inherits Cisco Aironet's outstanding radio frequency characteristics and delivers industry-leading performance for secure and reliable wireless connectivity. Industrial-grade components, enterprise-class chip intelligence, and optimized wireless technology provide a powerful mobile experience. The Cisco Aironet 1550 Series provides a complete set of tools for laying out a strong, scalable wireless foundation for true outdoor wireless mobile experiences:

Cisco ClientLink Technology Improves Performance and Coverage of Uplink and Downlink for Existing 802.11a / g Wireless Clients

Radio Resource Management (RRM) provides automatic access to radio access points and power management

A variety of advanced features help to select data rates for wireless access points, tune power supplies and manage Quality of Service (QoS)

Centrally managed mesh network

The centralized management and troubleshooting capabilities of Cisco outdoor wireless access points eliminate the need for costly outdoor location maintenance. The Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) works with Cisco Aironet wireless access points and Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers to configure and manage the wireless network. With Cisco WCS, network administrators can use a single solution to provide RF forecasting, policy configuration, network optimization, fault diagnosis, security monitoring, and management of wireless LAN systems. Cisco CleanAir technology is integrated in WCS to provide you with real-time information about your outdoor network. Wireless network security products are also wired and wireless components of a unified solution. Cisco Wireless Network Security products provide the highest level of network security to ensure data privacy and security against unauthorized access to the network.

Cisco Aironet 1552E External Antenna Access Point

The Cisco Aironet 1552E Outdoor Wireless Access Point is a standard dual-band, dual-radio system that complies with the IEEE 802.11a / n (5-GHz) and 802.11b / g / n standards (2.4 GHz). 1552E with three external antenna interface, can support three dual-band antenna. In addition, it features Ethernet and Fiber Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) backhaul options and backup power. The model also comes with a PoE output port to support video surveillance cameras. Due to its high flexibility, the Cisco Aironet 1552E is ideally suited for urban and campus deployments, video surveillance applications, mining environments and 3G data offloading.

Cisco Aironet 1552C Cable Modem Access Point

Where telecom operators have deployed broadband wired networks, Cisco's next-generation outdoor wireless mesh network seamlessly extends network connectivity through an integrated cable modem interface that connects to the Cisco Aironet 1552C access point. The Cisco Aironet 1552C Outdoor Mesh Access Point is a dual radio system that supports power and backhaul via a DOCSIS 3.0 / EuroDOCSIS 3.0 (8x4 HFC) cable modem. IEEE 802.11a / n (5 GHz) and 802.11b / g / n standards (2.4 GHz). The 1552C also comes with an integrated ternary dual-band antenna that is fully within 30 cm of the carrier's deployment limit. This model is the perfect choice for 3G data offloading applications and public Wi-Fi.

Cisco Aironet 1552H Hazardous Location Access Point

This access point is designed for hazardous environments, such as oil and gas smelters, chemical plants, mines and manufacturing facilities. The Cisco Aironet 1552H Outdoor Wireless Access Point is certified for Class 1, Div 2 / Zone 2 hazardous locations. In addition to the backup battery, the other options of this product are the same as those of the 1552E.

Cisco Aironet 1552I Integrated Antenna Access Point

The Cisco Aironet 1552I Outdoor Wireless Access Point is a small, lightweight model in the 1550 Series. This product is small and compact, the appearance of simple, perfect integration with the surrounding environment. The smaller the power is brought to a better energy-saving performance. The 1552I does not have a PoE output port or a fiber SFP port.

External antenna and integrated antenna

The Cisco Aironet 1552E and 1552H outdoor wireless access points use three Cisco AIR-ANT2547V-N antennas. The dual-band omni-directional antenna has a gain of 4 dBi (2.4 GHz) and 7 dBi (5 GHz).

The Cisco Aironet 1552C and 1552I outdoor wireless access points come with a dual-band integrated radome. The antenna has three omnidirectional antenna elements with antenna gains of 2dBi (2.4GHz) and 4dBi (5GHz). For more information, including antenna styles, see the Cisco Aironet Antennas and Accessories Guide.