Specifications

Access Point Setup 451

Chapter 21

Set AP with Specific Location

The location variable can be used to specify where the AP will be permanently

installed. The location specifies which configuration profile will be

downloaded to the AP from the Wireless LAN switch.

The location of the AP can be set manually, using the following APBoot

command:

setenv location

For example:

If you performed a site survey using the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch planning

tools, the location data for all access points and air monitors can be found on

the tool’s deployment screen.

If you plan to manually generate the location data, record the following

information for each access point and air monitor. It will be needed later when

configuring the Alcatel Wireless LAN Switch.

z Building number

A unique number (1-255) is required for each building in your campus.

z Floor number

Within any building, a unique number (1-255) is required for each floor.

z Device number

Within any floor, a unique number (1-65535) is required for each access point or

air monitor.

z Device description

Although not strictly required, we recommend that you note the intended

function of the device (access point or dedicated air monitor) and a brief

description of its service location.

z X, Y coordinates

For each access point and air monitor, measure its X and Y position (in feet)

relative to the bottom-left corner of the building plan as seen from overhead.

Use the same fixed point and orientation for all floors in a building.

apboot> setenv location 1.2.1

apboot> saveenv