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How can I configure Auto Healing in my network?
Answer: Auto Healing settings can be adjusted through the controller’s web interface. To do this, go to Configuration > Wireless > Auto Healing. Auto Healing Interval: This setting determines the time interval for the automatic scanning of neighboring access points. Each network scan lasts approximately 1 minute. If a scan…
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How does Auto Healing work in a real-world scenario?
Example Scenario: Consider a campus with six classrooms, each equipped with its own AP. These APs are crucial for students and teachers using tablets to connect to the school's wireless network. Without Auto Healing: If AP2 in Classroom 2 fails, there would be a complete loss of wireless coverage in that area. The IT team…
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What is the Auto Healing feature on the AP Controller in wireless networks?
Answer: Auto Healing is an advanced feature designed to ensure consistent wireless network performance. It detects when an access point (AP) becomes inactive and compensates by enhancing the coverage of nearby APs. Important Note: It's essential that APs are not set at maximum signal strength initially. This allows them to…
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How to Reset an Access Point to Factory Defaults Using the AP Controller GUI?
Answer: To apply the factory default settings to an AP, navigate to Configuration > AP Management > AP list. Then, click on the AP that requires resetting. At the bottom of the page, you will find the option 'Reset AP Configuration.' Click this, and then select 'Apply Factory Default.
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What Differentiates 'OK' from 'Override Setting' in AP Controller's Group Settings?
In the AP Controller's AP Group settings, there's a distinct difference between "OK" and "Override Setting": Clicking “OK”: This option is used for editing the AP Group settings profile. When you choose “OK”, it only saves the changes made in the AP Group settings. Importantly, this does not affect the individual "Override…
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How to set up a Primary AP Controller when there are two controllers in the same network?
Answer: Configuring a primary AP Controller in an environment with two controllers involves a few straightforward steps: Login into the web GUI of one of your AP Controllers. Navigate to CONFIGURATION » Wireless » AP Management » AP Policy tab. In this section, look for the Force Overwrite AC IP Config on AP option. Ensure…
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Why my newly deployed AP being automatically managed by the AP Controller?
Answer: If your AP is being automatically managed by the AP Controller without your explicit consent, it's likely due to the current registration settings in the controller. To change this: Login into the AP Controller's web GUI. Navigate to CONFIGURATION » Wireless » Controller. Change this Registration Type setting from…
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Why does the message "This AP is Managed by AP Controller" appear when access AP GUI?
Answer: When you see the message "This AP is managed by AP controller. To manage this AP, please access AP controller's web interface." while trying to access an AP's GUI, it indicates that the AP is under the control of an AP Controller. When AP is managed by the AP Controller, all configuration settings, monitoring,…
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Is Nebula Cloud mode-convert activated by default?
Answer: Yes, when a ZYXEL AP initially operates in standalone mode and is subsequently registered to the Nebula cloud, it automatically switches to Cloud mode. This transition involves the AP applying the configurations set by the user in the Nebula interface. However, to prevent an unexpected shift from standalone to…
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How to view AP CPU load status in controller-managed Networks?
Answer: Logging into your controller's web GUI Navigate to the Wireless » AP Management from the left sidebar. Once there, click on the "Show Advanced Settings" option. This action will reveal detailed information about each AP, including their CPU usage. The CPU usage metric is crucial for understanding how much…
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How to modify the AP management-VLAN settings via console when it loses connection with controller
Scenario: When an AP is running in AP Controller (APC) managed mode, and you cannot access the local GUI to modify the management VLAN settings. This is particularly useful if the AP loses connection with the APC due to an incorrect IP configuration Steps: Remote into the AP via console cable. Enter Configuration Mode:…
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How can I monitor the total traffic on a station connecting to AP using syslog?
Syslog does provide some information about station traffic. Syslog records traffic information only when a station leaves the network. This data includes details such as the station's MAC address, the AP it was connected to, signal strength, and the total download/upload bytes. 2023-12-01 14:31:24, info ,wlan-station info,…
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Does iCloud Private Relay affect Internet Speed on iPhones Connected to APs?
When an iPhone with iCloud Private Relay enabled is connected to an Access Point (AP), if user notice a reduction in internet speed. This issue is not directly related to the AP itself, as the AP acts merely as a bridge, forwarding packets to the third-party relay servers used by iCloud Private Relay. iCloud Private Relay…
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Why does the AP LED exhibit a slow white blink?
The AP LED exhibits a slow white blinking at a rate of 100ms per second when the locator LED feature is activated. It switches off automatically after the configured amount of time (1-60 min). Default duration is 10 minutes. The path: Maintenance > LEDs > Locator Note: The color of the white LED may have slight differences…
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What does a steady blue AP LED indicate?
The AP LED displays a steady blue when its wireless interface is activated, but there are no Wi-Fi clients connected when it is in full power mode.
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What does a steady green AP LED indicate?
The AP LED with the steady green status when the AP is ready for use, the AP’s wireless interface is activated, and Wi-Fi clients are connected to the AP in full power mode.
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Decoding the AP LED: What a red means
In certain situations, the AP may exhibit patterns associated with the color red. Each pattern corresponds to a distinct symptom. This FAQ will explain those interpretations for you. Steady red: The AP failed to boot up or is experiencing system failure. Fast red blinking with on for 50 milliseconds and off for 50…
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What does slow green blinking of the AP LED indicate?
In certain scenarios, the AP LED may exhibit a slow green blink, staying on for 1 second and then off for another second. The wireless module of the AP is disabled or fails. The AP is using default Wi-Fi settings. The AP is configured to be managed by NCC but is not yet registered with the NCC. Note: At the time of this…
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Understanding the AP LED that alternates between amber and green blinks
In certain situations, the AP may alternate between amber and green blinks. However, the speed and frequency of these blinks can vary, and each has a distinct meaning. This FAQ will clarify those meanings for you. Blinks between amber and green alternately with 300 milliseconds interval: The AP is booting up. Blinks…
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Establishing a Reliable WDS Connection on Standalone APs
Feature Introduction: WDS (Wireless Distribution System) is a network system that allows you to extend wireless coverage in large premises without the need for additional cabling. This feature is supported in Standalone mode. Prerequisite: To set up a WDS for APs, we have two roles: Root and Repeater devices. Root AP: it…