Chapter 1 Introduction And Overview; Key Features And Capabilities - NETGEAR WC7520 - ProSafe 20-AP Wireless Controller Reference Manual

Introduction and Overview
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This chapter includes the following sections:
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Key Features and Capabilities

• Package Contents
• Hardware Features
• WC7520 Wireless Controller System Components
• What Can You Do With the WC7520 Wireless Controller?
• Licenses
• Maintenance and Support
• Understanding the Web Management Interface Menu Layout
• Initial Connection and Configuration
• Understanding Basic and Advanced Settings
• Choosing a Location for the Wireless Controller
• Deploying the Wireless Controller
Key Features and Capabilities
The ProSafe 20-AP Wireless Controller WC7520 is intended for medium-sized businesses,
schools, and hospitals. In a stacked configuration and with the appropriate licenses, a
wireless controller can support up to 150 access points (APs) with up to 1,500 users or more.
The wireless controller supports the IEEE 802.11a/b/g protocols and is upgradable to support
the IEEE 802.11n protocol. The wireless controller allows you to manage your wireless
network from a central point, implement security features centrally, support layer 2 and layer
3 fast roaming, configure a guest access captive portal, and support Voice over Wi-Fi
(VoWi-Fi).
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