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Dell PowerConnect W-IAP92 &
W-IAP93 Instant Access Points
Dell PowerConnect W-IAP92 and W-IAP93 are 802.11n based instant access points (IAP) that deliver
the aordability and simplicity of an entry-level enterprise-grade Wi-Fi network.
Entry level 300 Mbps
802.11n access point, with
built in virtual controller
oering simplicity,
manageability and access
point clustering capability.
The W-IAP92 has a single radio that works in either 2.4 or
5GHz band (single radio, dual band) with the interface to
connect external antennas while the W-IAP93 oers the same
features as IAP-92 but has built in internal omni-directional
antennas. Both are built to provide years of trouble-free
operation and are backed by Extended Lifetime Warranty.
Virtual controller technology
The virtual controller technology in PowerConnect
W-IAP92 and W-IAP93 delivers enterprise-grade controller
capabilities without needing a separate access point
controller. The virtual controller in a single IAP is capable of
controlling multiple number of other IAPs in a network that
are either local or dispersed across multiple locations. Like
a dedicated controller an IAP is able to perform key tasks
such as AP auto discovery, 802.1X authentication, role-
and device-based policy enforcement, rogue detection
as well as specialized Adaptive Radio Management (ARM)
that optimizes Wi-Fi client behavior by making sure that
IAPs stay clear of RF interference. When multiple IAPs
are connected together, a single IAP acts as a primary
virtual controller. In the event of primary virtual controller
failure, another W-series IAP in a chain automatically takes
on the role with no disruption to services. Scalability of
IAP network is bounded by Layer-2 network design best
practices. However, for W-IAP92/93 based networks the
maximum limit is sixteen.
Ease of deployment
PowerConnect W-IAP is up and running in minutes. From
a laptop, simply connect wirelessly to an SSID to perform
over-the-air provisioning in quick easy steps. To expand,
just install more PowerConnect W-IAP – configuration is
automatically applied to new units.
Management and visibility
Multiple PowerConnect W-IAP networks can be securely
and centrally managed by Dell PowerConnect W-Series
AirWave software management suite, allowing W-IAPs
to operate hundreds of remote locations. With Dell
PowerConnect W-Series AirWave, IT has real-time visibility
into users, mobile devices, Wired and Wireless LANs
infrastructure all from a single management console.
In addition, Dell also oers the OpenManage Network
Manager 5.0 (OMNM 5.0) management software that is an
easy-to-use, web-based management interface tool that
can be customized. OMNM 5.0 delivers support for the
full line of Dell Networking products, including Force10,
PowerConnect and W-Series wireless devices and oers
enhanced features for trac flow analysis, deployment,
monitoring, and management. OMNM 5.0 comes with
ten free licenses. Each IAP based network uses one
license, you can use remaining nine licenses to use for
your other devices.
Investment protection
As WLAN requirements expand, PowerConnect W-IAP
can be re-imaged as an 802.11n campus AP and migrate
to a centralized Mobility Controller architecture capable
of supporting hundreds and thousands of APs. Firmware
to covert IAP to campus AP is available upon request. In
addition to providing WLAN access, campus APs in
a centralized, controller architecture can provide
wireless intrusion protection and powerful spectrum
analysis capabilities.