Concept Guide

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mesh
mesh
no…
Description
This command sets up mesh network on a W-IAP.
Syntax
Parameter Description
mesh
Enables mesh network on the W-IAP.
no…
Removes the configuration.
Usage Guidelines
Use this command to set up mesh network on a W-IAP. Mesh network requires at least one valid uplink (wired
or 3G) connection. Any provisioned W-IAP that has a valid uplink (wired or 3G) functions as a mesh portal, and
the W-IAP without an Ethernet link functions as a mesh point. The mesh portal can also act as a Virtual
Controller. A Mesh portal (MPP) uses its uplink connection to reach the Virtual Controller, a mesh point, or
establishes an all wireless path to the mesh portal. Mesh portals and mesh points are also known as mesh
nodes, a generic term used to describe W-IAPs configured for mesh.
Mesh W-IAPs detect the environment when they boot up, locate and associate with their nearest neighbor, to
determine the best path to the mesh portal.
Instant mesh functionality is supported only on dual radio W-IAPs only. On dual-radio W-IAPs, the 5 GHz radio
is always used for both mesh-backhaul and client traffic, while the 2.4 GHz radio is always used for client
traffic.
Mesh service is automatically enabled on 802.11a band for dual-radio W-IAP only, and this is not configurable.
The mesh network must be provisioned for the first time by plugging into the wired network. After that, mesh
works on W-IAP ROWs like any other regulatory domain.
Example
The following example enables mesh network on a W-IAP:
(Instant AP)(config)# mesh
(Instant AP)(config)# end
(Instant AP)# commit apply
Command History
Version Description
Dell Networking W-Series Instant 6.2.1.0-
3.3
This command is introduced.