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When rogue or interference sources are detected, the WLA Series
access points coordinate with the WLC Series controllers for an
appropriate mitigation response to ensure the highest air quality for
ecient and high performing wireless access services. If an access
point goes out of service and leaves a coverage hole, the WLC Series
controllers can change channels or adjust power levels on multiple
nearby access points in a coordinated fashion in order to restore
Wi-Fi coverage and provide optimal reliability and performance.
Spectrum Intelligence
In addition to the typical RF scanning performed as a wireless
intrusion measure, which is supported on all WLA Series access
points, the WLA321, WLA322, WLA522, and WLA532 are also
equipped to gather spectrum intelligence either as a dedicated
spectrum sensor, or simultaneously together with client
access. This enables better troubleshooting and avoidance of
performance-degrading interference sources.
Working in conjunction with interference avoidance planning,
advanced diagnostics, visualization and reporting features in
RingMaster, the WLA522 and WLA532 can detect, classify and
report a wide variety of non Wi-Fi interference sources. These
include microwave ovens, spread-spectrum frequency hopping
wireless devices, movement sensors, continuous wave transmitters
(video cameras, wireless bridges) and many more that operate on
the same unlicensed spectrum that Wi-Fi relies on.
Easy Installation
The WLA Series indoor access points ship with a flexible mounting
kit designed for ceiling-mounted or wall-mounted deployment,
with common mounting brackets for easy upgrades to 11n. The
WLA Series is simple to deploy and can be configured and easily
managed remotely.
The aesthetically appealing enclosure of the WLA Series
indoor access points is designed to blend into typical office
environments, minimizing attention to its function. The enclosure
design resembles a smoke detector, making it less likely to be
tampered with, while featuring a built-in Kensington lock system
for added physical security.
Branch Oce Deployment
WLA Series 11n access points support a “Remote AP” mode which
permits a low-cost controller-less deployment model in branch
locations. Without requiring any networking knowledge, anyone
can physically install the access point. The branch access point
initializes itself automatically by connecting back to a WLC
Series controller at the main campus over an existing VPN or
via encrypted tunnels through the Internet. Once initialized, the
Remote AP provides client services, and can maintain operation
with session persistence for an extended period in the event that
WAN links fail.
Wi-Fi phone
WLA632 WLA632
Notebook
PDA
Tablet
Tablet
WLA632
5 GHz
Backhaul
WLA632
WLA632
Figure 2: WLA Series wireless mesh services diagram Figure 3: WLA Series wireless bridge services diagram