Because this is a .tar file, you cannot simply copy it to the flash; it must be unbundled using the archive command. Method 1: Using the CLI (Recommended)
: Specifies the hardware platform. This image is built for the Cisco Aironet 1260, 3500, and 3600 series access points. Ap3g1-k9w7-tar.152-2.jb.tar
Running version 15.2(2)JB on your hardware unlocks several specific functionalities: Because this is a
: Allows the AP to manage its own security, SSIDs, and radio settings without a WLC. Running version 15
: Indicates the feature set. "k9" stands for strong encryption (AES/3DES), while "w7" identifies this as Autonomous IOS .
If the AP is already running an IOS version, you can upgrade via a TFTP server : Connect your PC to the AP and start a TFTP server.
