Chapter 6: Centralised Configuration Management
Topics:
Devise Management Overview
TFTP Server Overview
TFTP Parameters
Centralised configuration management is an alternative configuration method to the web interface. It
uses Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) where devices read and apply configuration files from a TFTP
server. It is a faster way to configure a large number of network switches, reducing the potential for
human error.
There are two ways to take advantage of TFTP configuration:
ICA v1.4.0 or later - Device Management via the ICA Administration Console
For networks with an ICA v1.4.0 or higher, AP settings can be managed from the ICA Administration
console. A customisable Site Default template is included at installation, and further templates can be
copied from it and modified separately. Additionally, individual APs can have specific settings overridden
via the Administration Console.
In this case, the ICA will push configuration changes to the APs, and no local setup is required.
ICA v1.3.1 or earlier, and 3rd party TFTP servers - Manually editing configuration files
For older ICA systems and other TFTP servers, configuration files are edited and uploaded manually, and
APs must be configured to periodically self-check and fetch new configuration files from the server when
available.
More information about individual parameters is included in the TFTP Parameters section on page 92.
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