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Allen-Bradley Stratix 5100 User Manual

Allen-Bradley Stratix 5100
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Stratix 5100 Wireless Access Point/Workgroup Bridge
Catalog Numbers 1783-WAPAK9, 1783-WAPEK9, 1783-WAPCK9, 1783-WAPZK9
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Allen-Bradley Stratix 5100 Specifications

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BrandAllen-Bradley
ModelStratix 5100
CategoryWireless Access Point
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started with the Stratix 5100 WAP

Configuring the Access Point

Outlines the methods available for configuring and monitoring the wireless device.

Install the Stratix 5100 Wireless Access Point/Workgroup Bridge

Install the WAP

Provides instructions for installing the Stratix 5100 WAP on a flat surface and lists required items.

Stratix 5100 Device Manager Configuration Startup

Login to the Stratix 5100 WAP

Guides on accessing the Device Manager via web browser using the access point's IP address.

Obtain and Assign an IP Address

Explains how to obtain or assign an IP address for the access point using DHCP or static assignment.

Configuring Security

Details how to configure security settings to prevent unauthorized network access.

Stratix 5100 Device Manager Parameter Definitions

Easy Setup Network Configuration Page

Details the Easy Setup feature for configuring basic network settings like system name and IP address.

Configure the Stratix 5100 WAP Using the Command-Line Interface

Reset Default Settings by Using CLI

Provides CLI commands to reset the access point to factory default settings.

Administering the WAP Access

Preventing Unauthorized Access to Your Access Point

Details methods to prevent unauthorized users from reconfiguring the device and viewing information.

Protecting Enable and Enable Secret Passwords with Encryption

Explains how to use 'enable secret' command for improved password security and encryption.

Configuring Username and Password Pairs

Describes how to configure local username and password pairs for user authentication.

Controlling Access Point Access with RADIUS

Explains how to control administrator access to the wireless device using RADIUS.

Configuring the Access Point to Provide DHCP Service

Details how to configure the access point to act as a DHCP server for assigning IP settings.

Configuring Radio Settings

Enabling the Radio Interface

Provides steps to enable the access point's radio interface, which is disabled by default.

Configuring Radio Transmit Power

Explains how to set transmit power based on radio type and regulatory domain.

Configuring Multiple SSIDs

Configuring Multiple SSIDs

Details how to configure and manage multiple SSIDs and assign different configuration settings.

Configuring Spanning Tree Protocol

Understanding Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

Explains STP as a Layer 2 protocol providing path redundancy and preventing network loops.

Configure an Access Point as a Local Authenticator

Understanding Local Authentication

Explains how access points can serve as local authenticators for wireless LANs.

Configuring a Local Authenticator

Provides guidelines and an overview for setting up a local authenticator.

Configuring/Enabling Local MAC Authentication

Details the two modes of MAC authentication: MAC Authentication Only and MAC authentication co-existing with EAP.

Configuring Cipher Suites and WEP

Creating WEP Keys

Guides on configuring static WEP keys, including key slots, size, and encryption type.

Matching Cipher Suites with WPA or CCKM

Details compatible cipher suites for WPA and CCKM authenticated key management.

Configuring Authentication Types

EAP Authentication to the Network

Provides highest security for wireless networks using EAP and RADIUS server for mutual authentication.

Using CCKM for Authenticated Clients

Details Cisco Centralized Key Management (CCKM) for seamless roaming without RADIUS server involvement.

Using WPA Key Management

Describes WPA as a security enhancement leveraging TKIP and 802.1X for data protection and key management.

Configuring WDS, Fast Secure Roaming, Radio Management, and Wireless Intrusion Detection Services

Understanding Fast Secure Roaming

Describes fast reassociation for mobile client devices roaming between access points without RADIUS server involvement.

Understanding Wireless Intrusion Detection Services

Explains WIDS features for detecting and preventing attacks on wireless LAN infrastructure.

Configuring WDS

Provides instructions on how to configure WDS on your network.

Configuring Fast Secure Roaming

Describes how to configure access points for fast, secure roaming for associated client devices.

Configuring Management Frame Protection

Explains Management Frame Protection operation for security of management messages.

Configuring RADIUS and TACACS+ Servers

Configuring and Enabling RADIUS

Describes how to enable and configure RADIUS for network security and access control.

Configuring RADIUS Login Authentication

Guides on defining named lists of authentication methods and applying them to interfaces.

Configuring RADIUS Authorization for User Privileged Access and Network Services

Details how AAA authorization limits services based on user profile information.

Configuring and Enabling TACACS+

Describes how to control administrator access using TACACS+ for authentication and authorization.

Configuring QoS

Configure QoS by Using Straitx 5100 Device Manager

Provides steps to configure QoS on the access point using the web browser interface.

Configuring Filters

Configuring and Enabling MAC Address Filters

Details how to allow or disallow forwarding of packets based on specific MAC addresses.

Configuring Repeater and Standby Access Points and Workgroup Bridge Mode

Configuring a Repeater Access Point

Provides instructions for setting up an access point as a repeater.

Configuring Workgroup Bridge Mode

Provides steps to configure an access point as a workgroup bridge.

Configuring System Message Logging

Configuring System Message Logging

Describes how to configure system message logging, including message format and destinations.

Troubleshooting

Checking the Status Indicators

Guides on checking status indicators on the access point for troubleshooting communication issues.

Resetting to the Default Configuration

Provides methods to reset the configuration to factory defaults via MODE button or web browser.