Introduction - Motorola RFS4010 Series Installation Manual

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Introduction

The Motorola RFS4010 RF Switch is a member of Motorola's RFS Series Wireless Switch family. The
RFS4010 RF Switch provides centralized Wireless LAN (WLAN) configuration and management by
coalescing a network "intelligence" previously spread across physically distributed access points.
The RFS4010 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
RFS4000 transforms the enterprise by delivering a SMART Branch. The RFS4010 RF Switch is the
WLAN's point of management reducing wireless networking complexity by moving management out
of the ceiling and into the wiring closet. The RFS4010 can adopt upto 6 Adaptive APs or Thin Access
Points and does not require any additional licenses at this time, for AP adoption.
This document is written for the network device installer.
1.1 Package Contents
Inspect the package contents and report any missing or damaged items to your sales representative.
The package should contain the following:
• RFS4010 RF Switch
• Console Cable
• Installation Guide (this document)
• Rubber Feet
• Power Supply Unit (Motorola Part Number: 50-14000-244R)
1.2 Document Conventions
The following graphical alerts are used in this document to indicate notable situations:
NOTE
CAUTION
Tips, hints, or special requirements that you should take note of.
Care is required. Disregarding a caution can result in data loss or
equipment malfunction.
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Introduction