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5 - 2 WiNG 5.5 Access Point System Reference Guide
5.1 RF Domain Configuration
Device Configuration
An access point’s configuration consists of numerous elements including a RF Domain, WLAN and device specific settings. RF
Domains are used to assign regulatory, location and relevant policies to access points of the same model. For example, an
AP6532 RF Domain can only be applied to another AP6532 model.
An access point RF Domain allows an administrator to assign configuration data to multiple access points deployed in a
common coverage area (floor, building or site). In such instances, there are many configuration attributes these access points
share, as their general client support roles are quite similar.
However, an access point’s RF Domain configuration may need periodic refinement from its original RF Domain designation.
Unlike a RFS series wireless controller, an access point supports just a single RF domain. Thus, administrators should be aware
that overriding an access point’s RF Domain configuration results in a separate configuration that must be managed in addition
to the RF Domain configuration. Thus, a configuration should only be overridden when needed. For more information, see
RF
Domain Overrides on page 5-193 .
The access point’s RF Domain can have a WIPS sensor configuration applied. For more information on defining a WIPS sensor
configuration for use with the access point’s RF Domain, see
RF Domain Sensor Configuration on page 5-4 .
To set a RF Domain configuration:
1. Select the Configuration tab from the Web UI.
2. Select Devices .
3. Select RF Domains from the options on left-hand side of the UI.
The RF Domain Basic Configuration tab displays by default with the access point RF Domain activated.
Figure 5-1 RF Domain - Basic Configuration tab