Chapter 1: Introduction; Package Contents - Extreme Networks Summit WM3400 Installation Manual

1 Introduction
The Extreme Networks
Extreme Networks wireless controller family. The Summit WM3400 wireless LAN
controller provides centralized Wireless LAN (WLAN) configuration and management
by coalescing a network "intelligence" previously spread across physically distributed
access points.
The Summit WM3400 wireless LAN controller simplifies deployment of a Wired/
Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n network, for a SME/SMB. With the integrated Layer 2/Layer 3
Networking Services such as integrated Layer 2 Switching with PoE+ ports, Onboard
DHCP Server, Security Services like Wired/Wireless Firewall, Wireless IDS/IPS,
Onboard AAA Server and IPSEC VPN Gateway, and QoS mechanisms to support Voice
& Video, the Summit WM3400 wireless LAN controller transforms the enterprise by
delivering a SMART Branch.
The Summit WM3400 wireless LAN controller is the WLAN's single point of contact,
thus reducing wireless networking complexity by moving management out of the
ceiling and into the wiring closet.
adopt up to 6 Adaptive APs or thin access
additional licenses for AP adoption at this time.
This document is written for the network device installer.

Package Contents

Inspect the package contents and report any missing or damaged items to your sales
representative. The package should contain the following:
Summit WM3400 wireless LAN controller
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Console Cable
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Summit WM3400 Wireless LAN Controller Installation Guide (this document)
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Power Supply Unit
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Rubber Feet
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Summit WM3400 Wireless LAN Controller Installation Guide
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Summit WM3400 wireless LAN controller is a member of the
The
Summit WM3400 wireless LAN controller
points and does not require any
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