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About this Guide
Formatting conventions
Chapter 7, "Virtual Network configuration", provides detailed instructions in how to
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configure a VNS, its topology, authentication, accounting, RADIUS policy, multicast,
filtering and privacy. Both Captive Portal and AAA types of VNS are described.
Chapter 8, "Availability, mobility, and controller functionality", describes how to set up the
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features that provide availability in the event of a controller failover, and mobility for a
wireless device user.
Chapter 9, "Working with third-party APs", describes how to use the Controller, Access
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Points and Convergence Software features with third-party wireless APs.
Chapter 10, "Working with the Mitigator", explains the security tool that scans for, detects
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and reports on rogue access points.
Chapter 12, "Performing system maintenance", describes maintenance activities, such as
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software upgrades on both the HiPath Wireless Controller and the Wireless AP. This
chapter also includes information on the logs, traces, reports and displays available.
Chapter 13, "Glossary", contains a list of terms and definitions for the HiPath Wireless
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Controller and the Wireless AP as well as standard industry terms used in this guide.
Appendix A, "System states and LEDs", provides a reference on the LED displays and their
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significance.
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Formatting conventions
The Controller, Access Points and Convergence Software documentation uses the following
formatting conventions to make it easier to find information and follow procedures:
Bold text is used to identify components of the management interface, such as menu items
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and section of pages, as well as the names of buttons and text boxes.
For example: Click Logout.
Monospace font is used in code examples and to indicate text that you type.
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For example: Type https://<hwc-address>[:mgmt-port>]
The following symbols are used to draw your attention to additional information:
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Notes identify useful information that is not essential, such as reminders, tips, or
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other ways to perform a task.
Warnings identify information that is essential. Ignoring a warning can adversely
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affect the operation of your equipment or software.
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HiPath Wireless Controller, Access Points and Convergence Software V4.0, C10/C100/C1000 User Guide
A31003-W1040-U101-1-7619, July 2006 DRAFT