Description
Performance and Throughput
The AIR-CAP3602E-S-K9 Cisco Aironet 3602E Wireless Access Point is a high-performance device that delivers reliable and fast wireless connectivity for enterprise networks. It offers maximum data rates of up to 450 Mbps and supports multiple input and multiple output (MIMO) technology, which improves the range, reliability, and throughput of the wireless connection.
The performance of the Cisco Aironet 3602E Wireless Access Point is also enhanced by the use of advanced features such as beamforming and CleanAir technology. Beamforming technology allows the device to focus the wireless signal directly at the receiving device, which improves the signal strength and reduces interference. CleanAir technology identifies and mitigates sources of wireless interference, which further improves the reliability of the wireless connection.
In terms of throughput, the AIR-CAP3602E-S-K9 Cisco Aironet 3602E Wireless Access Point is capable of handling high levels of traffic, thanks to its support for the IEEE 802.11n standard and its ability to handle multiple simultaneous connections. This means that it can support a large number of users and devices without compromising the quality of the wireless connection.
Network Management and Monitoring
The Cisco Aironet 3602E Wireless Access Point (AP) is a high-performance wireless access point designed for enterprise-level network environments. Network management and monitoring of this device involves several tasks to ensure the AP operates optimally and provides a reliable wireless network connection to its users.
- Configuration: Before deploying the AIR-CAP3602E-S-K9, it must be configured to operate within the desired wireless network environment. This involves setting up parameters such as SSID, encryption, VLANs, Quality of Service (QoS), and security settings. Cisco provides a web-based GUI, Command Line Interface (CLI), or a Cisco Prime Infrastructure tool to configure and manage the device.
- Monitoring: Network monitoring of the AIR-CAP3602E-S-K9 is important to ensure the device is functioning optimally and providing reliable wireless coverage to its users. The AP supports SNMPv3 and Cisco’s Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) to monitor its performance. Some of the parameters that can be monitored include wireless client count, throughput, signal strength, channel utilization, and interference levels.
- Troubleshooting: If issues arise with the AIR-CAP3602E-S-K9, network administrators can use the device’s built-in troubleshooting tools to diagnose and resolve the problem. The device has a syslog function that provides logs of system activities, as well as debug tools that can provide detailed information about the device’s operation.
- Firmware upgrades: Keeping the AP’s firmware up to date is crucial for optimal performance and security. Firmware upgrades can be performed through Cisco’s GUI or CLI, or via Cisco’s Prime Infrastructure tool.
Security Features and Encryption Options
The AIR-CAP3602E-S-K9 is a wireless access point (AP) from Cisco’s Aironet 3600 series that is designed for enterprise-level wireless networking. This AP comes with several security features and encryption options to ensure the privacy and integrity of wireless data transmission.
Here are some of the key security features and encryption options of the AIR-CAP3602E-S-K9:
- WPA/WPA2 encryption: The AP supports the WPA and WPA2 encryption standards, which are widely used to secure wireless networks. WPA2 is the more secure option and is recommended for enterprise-level networks.
- AES encryption: Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is a widely-used encryption algorithm that provides strong security for wireless transmissions. The AIR-CAP3602E-S-K9 supports AES encryption for added security.
- 802.1X authentication: This is a security protocol that provides centralized authentication of wireless clients, using either a RADIUS server or a digital certificate. This ensures that only authorized users can access the network.
- MAC address filtering: The AP can be configured to only allow access to devices with specific MAC addresses. This can help prevent unauthorized access to the network.
- Rogue AP detection: The AIR-CAP3602E-S-K9 can detect unauthorized APs that are connected to the network and alert administrators to take action.
- Management VLAN: This feature allows the AP to be placed on a separate VLAN, which provides an additional layer of security by isolating the management traffic from the user traffic.
- Guest access: The AP supports a guest access feature, which allows guests to connect to the network without providing credentials. This feature can be configured to provide limited access and to segregate guest traffic from the rest of the network.
Detail Description :
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- Category Name: Networking
- Sub Category Name: Wireless 450MBPS
- Manufacturer Part Number AIR-CAP3602E-S-K9
- Brand Name Cisco
- Product Line Aironet
- Product Series 3600
- Product Model 3602E
- Product Name Aironet 3600E Wireless Access Point
- Product Type Wireless Access Point
Technical Information
- Wireless LAN Standard IEEE 802.11n
- ISM Band Yes
- UNII Band Yes
- ISM Minimum Frequency 2.41 GHz
- ISM Maximum Frequency 2.47 GHz
- UNII Minimum Frequency 5.18 GHz
- UNII Maximum Frequency 5.83 GHz
- Wireless Transmission Speed 450 Mbit/s
- Wireless Security-
- WPA2
- WP
- AES
- TKIP
- EAP-TLS
- TTLS
- MSCHAPv2
- PEAP
- EAP-MSCHAPv2
- EAP-FAST
- IEEE 802.1X
- IEEE 802.11i
- Features MIMO Technology
Interfaces/Ports
- Ethernet Port Yes
- Fast Ethernet Port Yes
- Gigabit Ethernet Port Yes
- 10Gigabit Ethernet Port No
- Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports 1
- Network (RJ-11) No
- PoE (RJ-45) Port No
- VGA No
- HDMI No
- Audio Line Out No
- Serial Port No
- USB No
- Powerline No
- Management Port Yes
Power Description
- Power Source AC Adapter
- Power Source PoE
