Specifications

CHAPTER 9
Wireless LANs in a Campus Network
Planning for a Wireless Implementation
In planning a wireless implementation, first gather requirements. Some questions to ask include the following:
n How many APs and where will they be installed?
n Stand-alone or controller-based?
n If controller-based, where will the controllers be located?
n Is PoE available?
n What VLANs and SSIDs will be used?
n What are the bandwidth requirements?
n What are the QoS requirements?
n Do you need security such as ACLs or Radius server?
n Do you need UPS for controllers?
When the requirements are gathered, create an implementation plan with details such as:
n Total needs, from the requirements that were previously gathered
n Any changes needed to the network design
n Any additional equipment needed
n Implementation steps
n Testing plan
The test plan might include checking that the AP and its clients get a DHCP address, that the AP is reachable from a
management station, that clients can reach the network and Internet, and that the controller can reach the Radius server if
used. To troubleshoot problems with wireless connectivity, review the steps for an AP to register with a WLC and a client
with an AP.
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CCNP SWITCH 642-813 Quick Reference by Denise Donohue