Extreme Networks Altitude 4700 Series Product Reference Manual page 72

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client. To avoid this, ensure all statically mapped IP addresses are outside of the IP address range
assigned to the DHCP server.
For additional access point LAN port configuration options, see
page
123.
7 Select the WLAN #1 tab (WLANs 1 - 4 are available within the Quick Setup screen) to define its
ESSID and security scheme for basic operation.
NOTE
A maximum of 16 WLANs are configurable within the Wireless Configuration screen.
a Enter the Extended Services Set Identification (ESSID) and name associated with the WLAN. For
additional information on creating and editing up to 16 WLANs per access point, see
Editing Individual WLANs" on page
b Use the Available On checkboxes to define whether the target WLAN is operating in the 2.4 or 5
GHz radio band. Ensure the radio selected has been enabled (see step 8).
8 Once the WLAN's radio designations have been made, the radio must be configured in respect to
intended 2.4 or 5 GHz radio traffic and the antennas used. Refer to
Network Configuration > Wireless > Radio Configuration > Radio1 (or Radio2), and configure the Radio
Settings field (at a minimum). If you know the radio's Properties, Performance and Beacon Settings,
those fields can also be defined at this time.
Define the Channel Settings, Power Level and 802.11 mode in respect to the 2.4 or 5 GHz 802.11b/g/
n or 802.11a/n radio traffic and anticipated gain of the antennas.
CAUTION
Only a qualified wireless network administrator should set the Access Point radio configuration. Refer to
"Configuring the 802.11a/n or 802.11b/g/n Radio" on page 174
and their implications.
NOTE
Even an Access Point configured with minimal values must protect its data against theft and corruption.
A security policy should be configured for WLAN1 as part of the basic configuration outlined in this guide. A
security policy can be configured for the WLAN from within the Quick Setup screen. Policies can be defined
over time and saved to be used as needed as security requirements change. Extreme Networks recommends
you familiarize yourself with the security options available on the Access Point before defining a security policy.
Refer to
"Configuring Basic WLAN Security Settings" on page
9 Click Apply to save any changes to the access point Quick Setup screen. Navigating away from the
screen without clicking Apply results in all changes to the screens being lost.
10 Click Undo Changes (if necessary) to undo any changes made. Undo Changes reverts the settings
displayed on the access point Quick Setup screen to the last saved configuration.
72
"Configuring the LAN Interface" on
148.
for an understanding of additional radio values
73.
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