User Manual Part 1

Wi-Fi Array
4 Introduction
If you need detailed information about this product, refer to the XMS
User’s Guide, part number 800-0007-001.
 Xirrus Power over Gigabit Ethernet (PoGE)
The PoGE modules eliminate the need for running separate power
cabling. Additionally, an eight port module provides distributed power
to multiple Arrays, facilitating backup power when connected via a UPS.
Nomenclature
Throughout this User’s Guide, the Xirrus Wi-Fi Array is also referred to as simply
the Array. In some instances, the terms product and unit are also used. When
discussing specific products from the Xirrus family, the product name is used (for
example, XN16 or XS8). The Wi-Fi Array’s operating system is referred to as the
ArrayOS. The Web Management Interface for browser-based management of the
Array is referred to as WMI.
The XS series of Arrays have two types of radios — the 5 GHz 802.11a radios are
named a1 to a12 (for 16-port models). The 802.11a/b/g radios are named abg1 to
abg4, and they support both 2.4GHz and 5 GHz. The XN and XR4000 series of
Arrays also have two types of radios — the 5 GHz 802.11a/n radios are named an1
through an12 (for 16-port models). The 802.11a/b/g/n radios are named abgn1 to
abgn4, and they also support both 2.4GHz and 5 GHz. When referring to a port
that may be on either an XR4000, XN or XS model, the nomenclature abg(n) and
a(n) will be used, e.g., abg(n)2 or a(n)6.
The Xirrus Management System is referred to as XMS. The Power over Gigabit
Ethernet system may be referred to as PoGE.