Motorola RFS7000 Series System Reference Manual page 447

B.1.3 Types of Adaptive APs
Two low priced AP-5131 SKU configurations are being introduced allowing customers to take
advantage of the adaptive AP architecture and to reduce deployment costs.
These dependent mode AP configurations are a software variant of the AP-5131 and will be
functional only after the access point is adopted by a wireless switch. After adoption, the dependent
mode AP receives its configuration from the switch and starts functioning like other adaptive access
points. For ongoing operation, the dependent mode AP-5131 needs to maintain connectivity with the
switch. If switch connectivity is lost, the dependent mode AP-5131 continues operating as a
stand-alone access point for a period of 3 days before resetting and executing the switch discovery
algorithm again.
A dependent mode AP cannot be converted into a standalone AP-51XX through a firmware change.
Refer to the AP-51xx Hardware/ Software Compatibility Matrix within the release notes bundled with
the access point firmware.
AP-5131-13040-D-WR
AP-5131-40020-D-WR
B.1.4 Licensing
An AAP uses the same licensing scheme as a thin access port. This implies an existing license
purchased with a switch can be used for an AAP deployment. Regardless of how many AP300
and/or AAPs are deployed, you must ensure the license used by the switch supports the number of
radio ports (both AP300s and AAPs) you intend to adopt.
Appendix B: Adaptive AP B - 3
Dependent AP-5131 Dual Radio (Switch Required)
Dependent AP-5131 Single Radio (Switch Required)