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Introduction to Cisco WLSE
Cisco WLSE functions as an integral part of the Cisco Structured Wireless-Aware Network (SWAN)
architecture, which includes IOS Access Points, a Wireless Domain Service, an Access Control Server, and a
WLSE. In order for AWMS to obtain Rogue AP information from the WLSE, all SWAN components must be
properly configured. Table 31 describes these components.
Configuring WLSE Initially in AWMS
Use the following general procedures to configure and deploy a WLSE device in AWMS:
 Adding an ACS Server for WLSE
 Enabling Rogue Alerts for Cisco WLSE
 Configuring WLSE to Communicate with APs
 Discovering Devices
 Managing Devices
 Inventory Reporting
 Defining Access
 Grouping
 WDS Participation
 Primary or Secondary WDS
Adding an ACS Server for WLSE
1. Go to the Devices > Discover > AAA Server page.
2. Select New from the drop-down list.
3. Enter the Server Name, Server Port (default 2002), Username, Password, and Secret.
4. Select Save.
Enabling Rogue Alerts for Cisco WLSE
1. Go to the Faults > Network Wide Settings > Rogue AP Detection page.
2. Select the Enable.
3. Select Apply.
Additional information about rogue device detection is available in “Configuring Cisco WLSE Rogue Scanning”
on page 60.
Table 31 Cisco SWAN Architecture Components
SWAN Component Requirements
WDS (Wireless Domain
Services)
 WDS Name
 Primary and backup IP address for WDS devices (IOS AP or WLSM)
 WDS Credentials APs within WDS Group
NOTE: WDS can be either a WLSM or an IOS AP. WLSM (WDS) can control up to 250 access
points. AP (WDS) can control up to 30 access points.
WLSE (Wireless LAN
Solution Engine)
 IP Address
 Login
ACS (Access Control
Server)
 IP Address
 Login
APs
 APs within WDS Group