User Manual User guide

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Chapter 1
Getting Started with the Stratix 5100 WAP
This chapter provides an overview of the Stratix 5100 Wireless Access Point/
Workgroup Bridge, including it’s features and network configuration. The Stratix
5100 Wireless Access Point/Workgroup Bridge is referred to as the Stratix 5100
WAP, WAP, unit, or the access point in this document.
The Stratix 5100 Wireless Access Point/Workgroup Bridge provides a secure,
affordable, and easy-to-use wireless LAN solution that combines mobility and
flexibility with the enterprise-class features required by networking professionals.
With a management system based on Cisco IOS software, the Stratix 5100 WAP
is a wireless LAN transceiver, Wi-Fi certified and compliant in:
• 802.11a, b, g, n
• 802.11b
• 802.11g
• pre-802.11n
The Stratix 5100 WAP offers dual-band radios (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) with
integrated and external antenna options. The access point supports full
interoperability with leading 802.11n clients, and support a mixed deployment
with other access points and controllers.
An access point serves as the connection point between wireless and wired
networks or as the center point of a stand-alone wireless network. In large
installations, wireless users within radio range of an access point can roam
throughout a facility while maintaining seamless, uninterrupted access to the
network.
Topic Page
Regulatory Domains 23
Configuring the Access Point 23
Management Options 23
Roaming Client Devices 24
Network Configuration Examples 25
Repeater Access Point 26
Unpacking 28
Items Shipped with the WAP 29