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Ruckus Wireless ZoneDirector 3000 User Manual

Ruckus Wireless ZoneDirector 3000
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Ruckus Wireless
ZoneDirector
Release 9.12.1 User Guide
Part Number 800-71016-001 Rev A
Published September 2015
www.ruckuswireless.com

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Ruckus Wireless ZoneDirector 3000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelZoneDirector 3000
Max Access Points Supported500
Ethernet Ports2 x 10/100/1000Base-T
Mounting OptionsRack mountable
Max Clients Supported10000
Management InterfaceWeb GUI, CLI, SNMP
RedundancyN+1
Power SupplyAC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature-40°C to 70°C
Humidity10% to 90% non-condensing
InterfaceRJ-45

Summary

Configuring System Settings

Enabling Smart Redundancy

Details how to configure two ZoneDirectors as a redundant pair for continuous network operation if one fails.

Configuring the Built-in DHCP Server

Details how to enable and configure ZoneDirector's built-in DHCP server to assign IP addresses to connected devices.

Controlling ZoneDirector Management Access

Describes how to control access to ZoneDirector’s management interface by subnet, IP address, or IP address range.

Configuring DHCP Relay

Explains how ZoneDirector's DHCP Relay agent improves network performance by converting broadcast traffic to unicast.

Configuring Security and Other Services

Configuring Wireless Intrusion Prevention

Details built-in intrusion prevention features like DoS protection and intrusion detection to protect the wireless network.

Controlling Network Access Permissions

Provides options for controlling client access to wireless networks and network resources via ACLs and device policies.

Using an External AAA Server

Explains how to authenticate users against external Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) servers like Active Directory, LDAP, RADIUS.

Managing a Wireless Local Area Network

Creating a WLAN

Details the step-by-step process for creating a new WLAN, including general options, usages, and authentication/encryption methods.

Working with Dynamic Pre-Shared Keys

Details Dynamic PSK, a Ruckus Wireless feature enhancing PSK security by assigning unique keys to authenticated users.

Managing Access Points

Monitoring Your Wireless Network

Evaluating and Optimizing Network Coverage

Guides on assessing RF coverage using ZoneDirector and repositioning APs to enhance coverage or fill dead spots.

Detecting Rogue Access Points

Details how to identify, categorize, and locate rogue APs to address airtime contention and security risks.

Managing User Access

Using an External Server for User Authentication

Guides on instructing ZoneDirector to authenticate wireless users using existing AAA servers like Active Directory, LDAP, or RADIUS.

Managing Guest Access

Creating a Guest WLAN

Guides on creating a WLAN of the type 'Guest Access' for limited resource access and Zero-IT activation.

Working with Guest Passes

Explains how to customize guest passes, control issuance, scope of access, and delivery methods like Printout, SMS, or Email.

Deploying a Smart Mesh Network

Deploying a Wireless Mesh via ZoneDirector

Outlines the steps for deploying a wireless mesh via ZoneDirector: Prepare, Enable Mesh, Provision, and Verify.

Step 3: Provision and Deploy Mesh Nodes

Explains connecting APs to the wired network for provisioning mesh settings and rebooting APs for changes to take effect.

Step 4: Verify That the Wireless Mesh Network Is Up

Guides on checking the Map View to verify mesh associations and tree formation after deploying mesh nodes.

Troubleshooting Isolated Mesh APs

Addresses issues with unreachable Mesh APs, providing reasons for isolation and recommended steps for resolution.

Recovering an Isolated Mesh AP

Provides procedures to recover an isolated Mesh AP by connecting directly to it and updating its mesh settings.

Best Practices and Recommendations

Summarizes mesh best practices for well-designed networks, including AP compatibility, hop count, RAP placement, and signal quality.

Setting Administrator Preferences

Upgrading ZoneDirector and ZoneFlex APs

Guides on checking Ruckus Wireless Support for updates and performing network upgrades for ZoneDirector and ZoneFlex APs.

Restoring ZoneDirector to Default Factory Settings

Details how to re-initialize ZoneDirector to its factory default state, resetting the network for use.

Using an External Server for Administrator Authentication

Details setting up ZoneDirector to authenticate administrator accounts using external servers like RADIUS, LDAP, AD, or TACACS+.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Failed User Logins

Addresses problems network users face with client device configuration and logging into ZoneFlex WLANs, focusing on Zero-IT issues.

Measuring Wireless Network Throughput with SpeedFlex

Explains how to use SpeedFlex to measure wireless connection speed between clients, APs, and ZoneDirector.

Diagnosing Poor Network Performance

Suggests techniques like checking rogue APs and manually assigning channels to resolve poor network performance.

Packet Capture and Analysis

Covers using Packet Capture to save packets locally or stream them to Wireshark for analysis on APs.

Restarting ZoneDirector

Details how to restart ZoneDirector and all active APs to resolve issues, ensuring configuration changes are saved.

Smart Mesh Networking Best Practices

Calculating the Number of APs Required

Explains how to calculate the total number of APs (Root APs and Mesh APs) needed for adequate coverage and performance.

Placement and Layout Considerations

Provides guidelines for placing APs, including using multiple RAPs, designing for max 3 hops, and distributing Roots evenly.

Signal Quality Verification

Advises on placing APs temporarily to check Signal Quality, monitoring it post-deployment for optimal mesh operation.

Best Practice Checklist

Summarizes mesh best practices for well-designed networks, including AP compatibility, hop count, RAP placement, and signal quality.

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