D-Link DWS/DXS-3200 manual Defining Wlan

Defining WLAN

Section 12. Defining WLAN

A Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) is a technology that provides network services using radio waves. WLAN provides wireless network service connections to all users within a defined service area. D-Link DXS3200/ DWS3200 product line contains a wired side, with one or more access points. WLAN users are connected to the network via the access points.

D-Link WLAN feature requires a licence key. The DWS series devices are preconfigured with a license for 10 access points, however, the DXS series devices require a license key. For more information about obtaining a 10- APs or 25APs licences key, contact Sales Department for how to purchase a wireless license key. Please have the MAC address of the switch(es) that you wish to upgrade handy as this information is required for wireless upgrade.

The D-Link DXS-3200 series provides a total solution to wireless networking. Wireless networking provides greater flexibility and freedom for network users.

This section includes the following topics:

•Defining WLAN System Properties

•Defining WLAN Access Points

•Configuring WLAN Radio Settings

•Viewing WLAN Statistics

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