User Manual Part 1

Wi-Fi Array
20 Introduction
SDMA Optimization
SDMA (Spatial Division Multiple Access) technology provides full 360° coverage
while allowing independent channel and power output customization. Also
supports fast inter-zone handoffs for time-sensitive applications and roaming.
Fast Roaming
Utilizes the Xirrus Roaming Protocol (XRP) ensuring fast and seamless roaming
capabilities between IAPs or Arrays at both Layer 2 and Layer 3.
Easy Deployment
The Xirrus Management System (XMS) offers real time monitoring and
management capabilities for the wireless network — ideal for the Enterprise
market. It also allows you to import floor plans to help you plan your
deployment. The Xirrus Wi-Fi Array chassis has a plenum rated, lockable and
tamper resistant case.
Secure Wireless Access
Multiple layers of authentication and encryption ensure secure data
transmissions. The Wi-Fi Array is 802.11i compliant with line-rate encryption
support for 40 and 128 bit WEP, WPA and WPA2 with TKIP and AES encryption.
Authentication is provided via 802.1x, including PEAP, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, and
LEAP (Lightweight Extensible Authentication Protocol) passthrough.
Applications Enablement
The Wi-Fi Array’s QoS (Quality of Service) functionality combined with true
switch capabilities enable high density video and Voice over Wireless LAN
deployments. Compliant with 802.1p and 802.1Q standards.
Advanced Feature Sets
The Wi-Fi Array offers a family of powerful functionality packages, including the
RF Performance Manager (RPM), RF Security Manager (RSM), and RF Analysis
Manager (RAM). These packages are separately licensed for operation on your
Array.