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Refers to Cisco IOS Release 12.4(3g)JA1 .

The k9w7 designation indicates the Autonomous IOS . In contrast, k9w8 or rcvk9w8 images are used for "Lightweight" mode, which requires a controller for management. C1130-k9w7-tar.124-3g.JA1.tar

This is the most common method for converting or recovering units. Upgrading LAP1131AG - Cisco Community Refers to Cisco IOS Release 12

Operates simultaneously on both 2.4-GHz (802.11g) and 5-GHz (802.11a) bands. C1130-k9w7-tar.124-3g.JA1.tar

Supports Hardware-assisted AES or TKIP encryption, WPA2, and IEEE 802.11i standards.

Installing or "flashing" this firmware is often done to convert a "Lightweight" AP back to "Autonomous" mode or to recover a "bricked" device. Method 1: Recovery via MODE Button (TFTP)