3Com WXR100 3CRWXR10095A manual Planning and Managing Your Wireless Network with 3WXM

Page 30

30CHAPTER 2: PLANNING AND MANAGING YOUR WIRELESS NETWORK WITH 3WXM

„RF Auto-Tuning with Modelling, as with the RF Auto-Tuning technique, lets you set the auto tuning feature to adjust power and channel settings to provide RF signals to the coverage area for your users. Enhance the auto tuning feature by providing modelling information about your geographic location. By providing some information about your buildings and floors, you add enough details into 3WXM so that your can better visualize your network topology and support improved monitoring at your site.

„RF Planning is a technique you can use to create a detailed network plan that provides powerful monitoring and visualization benefits. Unlike RF Auto-Tuning or RF Auto-Tuning with Modelling, you do not rely on the auto tuning feature. Instead, you fully model your geographic location with detailed information about your floors, and specify your RF coverage areas and your RF obstacles.

Each of these methods is described in the sections that follow.

RF Auto-TuningTo use the RF Auto-Tuning technique:

„Physically place WX switches and the MAPs in their desired locations.

„Upload a WX switch configuration and deploy it.

„Enable the RF Auto-Tuning feature.

This is a great way to install a WX switch and some MAPs, and observe how the network operates. The RF Auto-Tuning plan is best suited to networks containing fewer MAPs.

RF Auto-Tuning with To use the RF Auto-Tuning with Modelling technique, you add to the RF Modelling Auto-Tuning technique by providing some geographical modelling about

your building, floors, and RF coverage area. You also add RF obstacle information for major obstacles (like concrete walls, windows, and elevator shafts) that affect attenuation—the quality of RF signals emitted from and received by the MAPs. By adding geographical modelling, you will be able to manage your network in the context of that geographical information. For example, you will be able to manage your network overlaid on a floor plan, versus managing an abstract logical group of switches and MAPs.

Page 29 Page 31
Image 30
Page 29 Page 31
Contents Wireless LAN Mobility System 3Com Corporation 350 Campus Drive Marlborough, MA USA Contents Configuring Wireless Services Using RF AUTO-TUNING Managing and Monitoring Your Network Index Page About this Guide ConventionsDocumentation Comments Pddtechpubscomments@3com.comExample 3WXM Client HardwareRequirements for 3WXM client on a Windows platformSoftware 3WXM Services3WXM Services on a Windows platform RequirementsUser Privileges InstallationPreparing for Serial Number3WXM Services Options 3WXM Services in Shared ModeInstalling 3WXM Getting Started Services To select monitoring settings To configure access control Getting Started Your display selections To display a topology view of your network 3WXM Interface Getting Started 3WXM Planning and Managing Your Wireless Network with 3WXM Network Plan RF Coverage AreaPlanning and Managing Your Wireless Network with 3WXM RF Coverage Area Planning Techniques to Use Also create a basic configuration for the WX switch ConfigurationWX switch and MAPs you will configure in 3WXM Baseline values for planningRadio and Service Profiles Configuration Authentication Authentication Flowchart for Network Users Authorization AccountingConfigure Basic WX Switch Properties Configure WX Switch Connection Information Configure Boot InformationEquipment Deployment ManagementMonitoring Planning and Managing Your Wireless Network with 3WXM „ Rssi Planning and Managing Your Wireless Network with 3WXM Report Description Configuration Reports To improve the accuracy of the model RF PlanOptimization Network performanceRF Plan Optimization Planning and Managing Your Wireless Network with 3WXM Configuring Wireless Services Services ConfigureEmployee Access Task TableRadius „ Ssid default Vlan enter name Configure Employee Access Services Create a Radio Profile To create a radio profileConfigure Employee Access Services Configure Radius Servers To configure the Radius server in 3WXMConfigure Employee Access Services To configure the Radius server 3Com VSAsCreate a Service Profile for 802.1X Access To create an 802.1X service profileClick Next Click Next. Select WPA and deselect Dynamic WEPConfigure Employee Access Services View the Service Profile’s Access Rules To view an 802.1X service profile’s access rules To modify or create access rules Set Up VLANs on WX SwitchesTo set up a Vlan on a WX switch Configure Employee Access Services Configuring Wireless Services Configure Guest Access ServicesEncryption Configure the end-date, to Configure Guest Access Services Create a User Group and Guest Users To create usersClick Finish New user appears in the Content panel Leave the Vlan name unassignedTo create a user group and add users to it Click Finish New group appears in the Content panel Configuring Wireless Services Select the Ssid Type „ Clear -Data is not encrypted For this example, Local is selected Configure Guest Access Services Create To create a Mobility Profile Configuring Wireless Services Configure Voice Over Wireless IPService Creating a Service for VoWIP Access Configure Voice over Wireless IP Service To create a radio profile for voice service Map Dtim interval toCreate a Service Profile for WMM VoWIP Devices Click Next. Select WPA and deselect Static WEP Configure Voice over Wireless IP Service Create a Service Profile for SVP VoWIP Devices Click Next Create a Service Profile for Avaya VoWIP Devices Create a Service Profile for Vocera VoWIP Devices Set Up a Vlan for VoWIP on WX Switches To set up a Vlan for VoWIP on a WX switchClick Finish What’s Next? Configuring Wireless Services What Is RF Auto-Tuning?Upload the WX Switch Configuration into a 3WXM Network Plan Configure InitialWX Switch Place YourServices, see Which Services To Provide? on Create a ServiceFor more information about service profiles, see Wireless To create a service profileProfile and Map Service Profile to It Create a RadioTo create a directly connected MAP in 3WXM Transmit Power box, specify the transmit power for the radio To create a Distributed MAP in3WXM„ 112233445566778899aabbccddeeff00 Radio Apply a RadioProfile to Each To apply a radio profile to a radioAuto-Tuning with Modelling?Your network plan To add site information Add SiteInformation To create a buildingTo add a floor to the building To add RF obstacles Insert RF Obstacles Create Your RF Coverage AreaCreate Your RF To create your RF coverage area Coverage Area Click Next. The Floor Properties page appears Create Your RF Coverage Area Using RF AUTO-TUNING with Modelling Create Your RF Coverage Area Using RF AUTO-TUNING with Modelling Create Your RF Coverage Area To add direct MAPs or distributed MAPs to your network On the floorTo associate MAPs to the coverage area Create Your RF Coverage Area Using RF AUTO-TUNING with Modelling Using the RF Auto-Tuning with modelling technique Common country code for the WX switches contained in itPlanning? Prepare the Floor Drawings Reliability of the users Define SiteOther editing tools in the Building wizard To create a network planYou must select a country code before continuing To add site information To create a building To add a floor to the building To import a floor drawing Floor Plan After ImportingTo set the scale To clean up a drawing Define Site Information When you are satisfied with the results, click Finish To create RF obstacles for all objects in a layer Common AutoCAD Layer TerminologyImport a Site SurveyYour plan To add a wiring closet Using RF Planning To create a coverage area Click Next. The Floor Properties page appears Plan RF Coverage Using RF Planning Plan RF Coverage Using RF Planning Plan RF Coverage Using RF Planning To determine the number and placement of MAPs Using RF Planning To assign channels Using RF Planning To calculate optimal power To display the RF coverage for an area To generate a work order Click Generate Install Considered in the work order, tooUsing RF Planning Deploy Your To immediately deploy local changesTo schedule deployment of local changes Perform Basic AdministrativeConfiguring WX Management Services TasksTo manage services on a WX switch Repository. Images are stored To add a system imageTo delete a system image To immediately install an image on WX switches To schedule installation of an image on WX switchesImporting Exporting Switch Configuration Files To save a version of a network plan Select File Save AsTo import a configuration To export a configurationOverwrite Existing Files Select Export DefaultsExamples Select Copy Files Before OverwritingFind the User To find the userPlace User on Watch List To place a user on the watch listLocate the User View Long-Term User Statistics Display User ActivityTo display user activity To view long-term user statisticsManaging and Monitoring Your Network To view the RF monitor statistics To view trends Monitoring Examples To locate a rogue Configuring Countermeasures To enable countermeasuresSelect Radio Profiles Monitoring Examples Managing and Monitoring Your Network Monitoring Examples Managing and Monitoring Your Network Optimizing a Network Plan From MAPs Using RFMeasurements To import RF measurements from MAPsUsing RF Measurements from an Ekahau Site Survey Work Order image of the floor To generate a site survey orderClick Generate Optimizing a Network Plan To import RF measurements Click Next Optimizing the RF Coverage Model Optimizing a Network Plan To display the RF coverage area To lock down a MAP Locating and Fixing Coverage Holes Optimizing a Network Plan Purchase Register YourProduct Value-AddedOnline Access SoftwareTroubleshoot DownloadsContact Us Latsupportanc@3com.com Numbers 3WXM DeployIndex Saving Index
Related manuals
Manual 728 pages 48.88 Kb

WX1200 3CRWX120695A, WX4400 3CRWX440095A, WXR100 3CRWXR10095A specifications

The 3Com WX2200 (3CRWX220095A), WX4400 (3CRWX440095A), WX1200 (3CRWX120695A), and WXR100 (3CRWXR10095A) are part of a robust suite of wireless networking solutions offered by 3Com, designed to meet the needs of modern enterprise environments. These devices provide reliable connectivity, flexibility, and scalability, making them ideal for businesses of all sizes.

The 3Com WX2200 is a high-performance wireless switch that supports up to 64 access points, making it suitable for medium to large deployments. It boasts advanced features such as dynamic RF management, which optimizes channel selection and power levels based on real-time network conditions. This ensures maximum coverage and minimizes interference, leading to improved user experiences. Additionally, it supports dual-band operation and can seamlessly integrate with various wireless access points, providing enhanced throughput and robust performance.

The WX4400 is designed for high-density environments and offers extensive scalability. It supports up to 128 access points and is equipped with advanced security features, including WPA2 enterprise encryption and role-based access control. This switch also features intelligent load balancing, allowing it to dynamically distribute user traffic across available access points, thus enhancing overall network efficiency.

The WX1200, positioned as an entry-level solution, is well-suited for small to medium-sized businesses. It offers a user-friendly management interface, allowing IT staff to quickly configure and monitor the network. This device supports a variety of deployment scenarios and can be easily integrated into existing infrastructure. It also comes equipped with essential security features to protect the network from unauthorized access.

The WXR100 complements the series by providing simplified management for access points, ensuring that businesses can easily deploy and maintain their wireless networks. It supports various management protocols and integrates with a variety of third-party systems, enhancing inter-operability. With Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, the WXR100 can deliver power to connected access points, reducing the complexity and costs associated with additional power infrastructure.

Together, these solutions embody 3Com's commitment to delivering high-quality networking products that enhance connectivity and performance. With features such as scalability, advanced security, dynamic load balancing, and centralized management, the WX2200, WX4400, WX1200, and WXR100 form a comprehensive wireless networking ecosystem tailored for today’s enterprise challenges.
Top Page Image Contents