CCNP ONT Exam Certification Guide

Configuring Wireless LAN QoS

Cisco WLAN controllers have a built-in web user interface. Figure 8-4 shows a typical web user interface. Figure 8-4 A Typical Web User Interface for Cisco WLAN Controllers The web user interface has five main areas: ■ Administrative tools ■ Menu bar ■ Buttons ■ Selector area ■ Main data page The menu bar has […]

Overview of WLAN Security (Introducing 802.1x and Configuring Encryption and Authentication on Lightweight Access Points)

Affordability, ease of use, and convenience of wireless devices, wireless local-area networks (WLAN), and related technologies have caused a substantial increase in their usage over recent years. At the same time, the number of reported attacks on wireless devices and networks has surged. Hackers have access to affordable wireless devices, wireless sniffers, and other tools. […]

802.1x and EAP Authentication Protocols

IEEE developed the 802.1x standard, called Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP), so that LAN bridges/switches can perform port-based network access control. 802.1x was therefore considered a supplement to the IEEE 802.1d standard. The 802.1x (EAP) standard was quickly discovered and adopted for wireless LAN access control. Cisco Systems has supported the 802.1x authentication since December 2000. […]

Configuring Encryption and Authentication on Lightweight Access Points

In this section, you will learn how to navigate through the GUI of a WLC (Cisco WLC2006, specifically) to configure encryption and authentication on a lightweight AP (Cisco AP1020, specifically). The specific tasks shown are configuring open authentication, static WEP authentication, WPA with PSK, web authentication, and 802.1x authentication. Open Authentication Open authentication means that […]

The Need for WLAN Management

WLAN management is one piece of a puzzle for network managers to understand. WLANs address the business drivers such as mobile users.WLAN management helps Network Managers plan for scalable WLANs that are both centralized and secure. WLAN management within the Cisco Unified Wireless Network is composed of five elements. Those elements are fundamental to building […]

CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine

CiscoWorks WLSE is part of the CiscoWorks network management products. CiscoWorks WLSE provides centralized management for autonomous APs. WLANs benefit from the WLSE major features such as configuration, fault and policy monitoring, reporting, firmware, and radio management. In addition, the RF and device-management features help reduce operating expenses and deployment. CiscoWorks WLSE covers fault, configuration, […]

Cisco Wireless Control System (WLAN Management) Part 1

Cisco WCS is an advanced centralized WLAN solution for LWAPs. It provides configuration, firmware, radio management, and IDS for LWAP and their associated controllers. The same configuration, performance monitoring, security, fault management, and accounting options found on the individual controllers also exist on the WCS. It is designed to support 50 Cisco WLCs and 1500 […]

Cisco Wireless Control System (WLAN Management) Part 2

WCS Configuration Examples The WCS configuration first requires an authorized login. Several configuration steps must take place after the initial authorized login, such as adding devices and site maps. WCS Login Steps The Cisco WCS Server login involves three major steps: Step 1 Start Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 or later. Step 2 Enter https://localhost […]

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