3Com WX4400 3CRWX440095A, WXR100 3CRWXR10095A, WX1200 3CRWX120695A Configuring Wireless Services

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RF Auto-Tuning

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RF Auto-Tuning with Modelling 30

 

RF Planning

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Which Planning Method Should I Use?

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Configuration

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Wireless Configuration 34

 

 

AAA Security Configuration

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System and Administration Configuration

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Equipment Installation

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Deployment

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Management and Monitoring

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Network Status

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RF Monitoring

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Client Monitoring

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Rogue Detection

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Event Logging

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Verification

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Reporting

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RF Plan Optimization

 

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3CONFIGURING WIRELESS SERVICES

What are Services?

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Configure Employee Access Services

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Task Table

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Step Summary

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Example: Configure Employee Access

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What’s Next?

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Configure Guest Access Services 67

 

Task Table

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Step Summary

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Optional: Configure Mobility Profiles

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What’s Next?

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Configure Voice over Wireless IP Service

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Task Table

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Step Summary

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Create a Radio Profile for Voice

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Create a Service Profile for Voice

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What’s Next?

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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 Hardware Requirements for3WXM Client 3WXM client on a Windows platform3WXM Services 3WXM Services on a Windows platformSoftware RequirementsInstallation Preparing forUser Privileges 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 Configuration WX switch and MAPs you will configure in 3WXMAlso create a basic configuration for the WX switch Baseline values for planningRadio and Service Profiles Configuration Authentication Authentication Flowchart for Network Users Authorization AccountingConfigure Basic WX Switch Properties Configure Boot Information Configure WX Switch Connection InformationEquipment Management DeploymentMonitoring Planning and Managing Your Wireless Network with 3WXM „ Rssi Planning and Managing Your Wireless Network with 3WXM Report Description Configuration Reports RF Plan OptimizationTo improve the accuracy of the model Network performanceRF Plan Optimization Planning and Managing Your Wireless Network with 3WXM Configuring Wireless Services Configure Employee AccessServices 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 Set Up VLANs on WX Switches To modify or create access rulesTo set up a Vlan on a WX switch Configure Employee Access Services Configuring Wireless Services Access Services Configure GuestEncryption 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 Over Wireless IP Configure VoiceService 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 To set up a Vlan for VoWIP on a WX switch Set Up a Vlan for VoWIP on WX SwitchesClick Finish What’s Next? Configuring Wireless Services What Is RF Auto-Tuning?Configure Initial WX SwitchUpload the WX Switch Configuration into a 3WXM Network Plan Place YourCreate a Service For more information about service profiles, see WirelessServices, see Which Services To Provide? on 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 Apply a Radio Profile to EachRadio To apply a radio profile to a radioModelling? Auto-Tuning withYour network plan Add Site InformationTo add site information 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 On the floor To add direct MAPs or distributed MAPs to your networkTo associate MAPs to the coverage area Create Your RF Coverage Area Using RF AUTO-TUNING with Modelling Common country code for the WX switches contained in it Using the RF Auto-Tuning with modelling techniquePlanning? Prepare the Floor Drawings Define Site Other editing tools in the Building wizardReliability of the users 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 TerminologySurvey Import a SiteYour 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 Administrative Configuring WX Management ServicesPerform Basic TasksTo manage services on a WX switch To add a system image Repository. Images are storedTo 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 configurationSelect Export Defaults ExamplesOverwrite Existing Files 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 Display User Activity To display user activityView Long-Term User Statistics 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 Using RF MeasurementsFrom MAPs 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 Register Your ProductPurchase Value-AddedAccess Software TroubleshootOnline DownloadsContact Us Latsupportanc@3com.com Numbers 3WXM DeployIndex Saving Index
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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.
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