Dell Powerconnect W Configuration; Visualrf; Rapids - Dell PowerConnect W-Airwave User Manual

Role-based (for example, Administrator contrasted with Help Desk)
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Network segment (for example, "Retail Store" network contrasted with "Corporate HQ" network)
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Flexible device support
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Thin, thick, mesh and WiMAX network architecture
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Multi-vendor support
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Current and legacy hardware support
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Dell PowerConnect W Configuration

AWMS supports global configuration of ArubaOS (AOS). AOS is the operating system, software suite, and
application engine that operates Dell PowerConnect W mobility and centralizes control over the entire mobile
environment. The AOS Wizards, the AOS command-line interface (CLI), and the AOS WebUI have been the
primary means by which to configure and deploy AOS. For a complete description of AOS, refer to the ArubaOS
User Guide.
AWMS consolidates ArubaOS configuration and pushes global Dell PowerConnect W configurations from
within AWMS.
Two pages in AWMS support Dell PowerConnect W Configuration:
Device Setup > Dell PowerConnect W Configuration
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Groups > Dell PowerConnect W Config
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AWMS also introduces new settings and functionality on additional pages in support of Dell PowerConnect W
Configuration. For additional information that includes a comprehensive inventory of all pages and settings that
support Dell PowerConnect W Configuration, refer to the Dell PowerConnect W AirWave Wireless Management
Suite Configuration Guide.

VisualRF™

VisualRF is a powerful tool for monitoring and managing Radio Frequency (RF) dynamics within your wireless
network, to include the following functions and benefits:
Accurate location information for all wireless users and devices
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Up-to-date heat maps and channel maps for RF diagnostics
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Adjusts for building materials.
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Supports multiple antenna types.
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Floor plan, building, and campus views
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Visual display of errors and alerts
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Easy import of existing floor plans and building maps
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RAPIDS™

RAPIDS is a powerful and easy-to-use tool for monitoring and managing security on your wireless network, to
include the following features and benefits:
Automatic detection of unauthorized wireless devices
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Rogue device classification that supports multiple methods of rogue detection
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Wireless detection:
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Uses authorized wireless APs to report other devices within range.
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Calculates and displays rogue location on VisualRF map.
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Wired network detection:
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Discovers Rogue APs located beyond the range of authorized APs/sensors.
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