Chapter 5 Device Configuration - Motorola AP-6511 Reference Manual

Managed devices can either be assigned unique configurations to support a particular deployment or have
existing RF Domain or Profile configurations modified (overridden) to support a requirement that dictates a
device's configuration be customized from the configuration shared by peer devices.
When a device is initially managed, it requires several basic configuration parameters be set and its
deployment location defined. Additionally, the number of permitted device licenses (purchased directly from
Motorola) needs to be accessed to determine whether new devices can be adopted.
Refer to the following to set a AP-6511 basic configuration, license configuration and certificate usage:
• Basic Device Configuration
• Assigning Certificates
An AP-6511 RF Domain allows an administrator to assign configuration data to multiple devices deployed in
a common coverage area (floor, building or site). In such instances, there's many configuration attributes
these devices share, as their general client support roles are quite similar. However, device configurations
may need periodic refinement and overrides from their original RF Domain administered design. For more
information, see RF Domain Overrides on page
Profiles enable administrators to assign a common set of configuration parameters and policies to Access
Points. Profiles can be used to assign shared or unique network, wireless and security parameters to Access
Points across a large, multi segment, site. The configuration parameters within a profile are based on the
hardware model the profile was created to support. Both default and user defined profiles are supported
implementing new features or updating existing parameters to groups of Access Points.
However, device Profile configurations may need periodic refinement from their original administered
design. Consequently, a device profile could be applied an override from a configuration shared amongst
numerous peer devices deployed within a particular site. For more information, see
5-27.
Adoption is the process an Access Point uses to discover controllers available in the network, pick the most
desirable controller, establish an association with the controller and optionally obtain an image upgrade.
At adoption, an AP solicits and receives multiple adoption responses from controllers available on the
network. Modify existing adoption policies or create a new one as needed to meet the adoption requirements
of a device and their assigned profile.
Device Configuration
5-24.
Profile Overrides on page
5-1