Configuring WLAN

Use your RUCKUS controller to manage the WLAN services of your network. Configure different WLAN types ranging from regular open access WLANs, which can be created by just providing an SSID and name, to highly secured WLANs configured to provide enhanced connectivity, utilize advanced security access protocols, and apply customized traffic management policies.

This section provides a detailed review of all available options for creating a WLAN and explains how to maximize their benefits.

To configure a WLAN, the following must be define:

  • General options (SSID and name)
  • Authentication type and method (open, standard usage, or portal-based)
  • Encryption options (simple or robust)

Optionally, customize the following settings:

  • Tunnel options
  • Accounting services
  • Wireless client isolation
  • Firewall options
  • Advanced options for connectivity enhancements and performance

In this section:

  1. Creating a WLAN Configuration
    An AP zone functions as a way of grouping RUCKUS APs and applying settings including WLANs to these groups of RUCKUS APs.
  2. Portal-Based WLANs
    There are many types of portal-based WLANs and they can be distinguished based on where the user credentials are stored, and where the portal page is hosted.
  3. WLAN Types
  4. Encryption Options
Parent topic: WLAN Management