Description
Advantages of Using a Wireless Controller Network Module
The NME-AIR-WLC25-K9= Cisco Wireless Controller Network Module provides many advantages for managing wireless networks. Some of the key benefits include:
- Scalability: This network module allows for the management of up to 25 access points, making it suitable for small to medium-sized networks. As the network grows, additional network modules can be added for added scalability.
- Centralized Management: The NME-AIR-WLC25-K9= allows for the centralized management of all access points in the network, eliminating the need for manual configuration of each device. This makes it easier to manage and monitor the network.
- Improved Performance: The network module uses advanced algorithms to optimize the performance of the wireless network, providing better coverage, reduced interference, and increased throughput.
- Security: The network module provides advanced security features such as 802.1X authentication, WEP, WPA, and WPA2 encryption, and rogue access point detection. These features ensure the security of the wireless network and protect against unauthorized access.
- QoS: The network module allows for the implementation of Quality of Service (QoS) policies, allowing for the prioritization of different types of traffic, such as voice and video. This ensures that critical applications receive the bandwidth they need to function properly.
Setting up and Configuration
The NME-AIR-WLC25-K9= Cisco Wireless Controller Network Module is an essential component for managing and securing wireless networks. The following steps will guide you through the process of setting up and configuring the module.
Step 1: Unpacking the module: Unpack the module and make sure that you have all the components that are necessary to install it, including the module, mounting screws, and a power cord.
Step 2: Installing the module: Insert the module into a vacant slot in the chassis of your Cisco switch or router. Make sure that the module is securely seated and then use the mounting screws to secure the module in place.
Step 3: Connecting the power cord: Connect the power cord to the module and then plug it into a power source.
Step 4: Configuring the module: To configure the module, connect a console cable from your computer to the console port on the module. Launch a terminal emulation software such as PuTTY and set the baud rate to 9600 bps, 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit.
Step 5: Entering setup mode: Type in “enable” and press enter. This will take you to the privileged EXEC mode, where you can configure the module.
Step 6: Configuring basic settings: To configure the basic settings, you need to enter the setup mode by typing in “setup”. In the setup mode, you can configure the hostname, IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS servers.
Step 7: Configuring wireless settings: To configure the wireless settings, you need to enter the configuration mode by typing in “configure terminal”. In the configuration mode, you can configure the wireless network, wireless security, and wireless management settings.
Step 8: Configuring wireless network: To configure the wireless network, you need to enter the following commands:
- “interface dot11Radio0”
- “ssid ” (the name of your wireless network)
- “speed basic-1.0 basic-2.0 basic-5.5 6.0 9.0 basic-11.0 12.0 18.0 24.0 36.0 48.0 54.0”
- “channel ” (the channel number for your wireless network)
Step 9: Configuring wireless security: To configure the wireless security, you need to enter the following commands:
- “interface dot11Radio0”
- “encryption mode ciphers ” (the type of encryption)
- “authentication open”
- “wpa-psk ascii ” (the password for your wireless network)
Step 10: Configuring wireless management: To configure the wireless management, you need to enter the following commands:
- “interface dot11Radio0”
- “management-vlan ” (the VLAN number for your wireless management)
- “exit”
Step 11: Saving the configuration: To save the configuration, type in “copy running-config startup-config” and press enter. This will save the configuration to the startup configuration file.
With these steps, you can successfully set up and configure your NME-AIR-WLC25-K9= Cisco Wireless Controller Network Module.
Advanced Security Features of Network Module
The NME-AIR-WLC25-K9= Cisco Wireless Controller Network Module has several advanced security features that enhance the security of wireless networks. Some of these features include:
- 802.1X Authentication: This feature enables secure authentication of users and devices accessing the wireless network. It requires devices to provide a certificate or username and password before they can access the network.
- Advanced Encryption Standards (AES): The controller supports Advanced Encryption Standards (AES) encryption to ensure the privacy of data transmitted over the wireless network.
- Rogue AP Detection: This feature detects unauthorized access points (APs) that are connected to the network and alerts the network administrator. This helps to prevent unauthorized access to the network by unauthorized devices.
- Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS): The WIPS feature helps to prevent unauthorized access to the wireless network by detecting and mitigating rogue APs, wireless client misconfigurations, and other wireless threats.
- Virtual Private Network (VPN) support: The controller supports VPN connectivity, allowing remote users to securely connect to the network from remote locations.
- Advanced User Policies: This feature enables administrators to define different security policies for different user groups, including authentication, encryption, and access control policies.
- Quality of Service (QoS): This feature ensures that mission-critical applications receive the network bandwidth they need to function optimally, while preventing non-critical applications from using up too much bandwidth.
General Information
- Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number: NME-AIR-WLC25-K9=
- Brand Name: Cisco
- Product Model: NME-AIR-WLC25
- Product Name: NME-AIR-WLC25 Wireless LAN Controller
- Product Type: Network Module
Technical Information
- Application/Usage: Data Networking
Miscellaneous
- Compatibility:
- Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Wireless Services Module (WiSM)
- Routers:
- Cisco 2800 Series (excluding Cisco 2801 Integrated Services Routers)
- Cisco 3800 Series
- Access points:
- Cisco Aironet 1000
- 1130 AG
- 1200 Series lightweight access points
- Wireless LAN controllers:
- Cisco 2106
- Cisco 4400 Series Wireless LAN Controllers