Solution Components

Based on industry standards including IEEE 802.11, the Cisco Unified Wireless Network is an integrated end-to-end solution that addresses all layers of the wireless LAN, from client devices and access points, to the network infrastructure, network management, delivery of advanced wireless services and award-winning, worldwide, 24-hour product support. The Cisco Unified Wireless Network includes the following primary components:

• Client Devices: PC cards and other client adapters that connect desktop and mobile devices to the wireless network.
  • Cisco Compatible Extensions is a program that enables mobile client devices to simply and securely connect to a Cisco Unified WLAN.
  • Cisco Secure Services Client is a software supplicant that enables businesses of all sizes to deploy a single authentication framework across multiple device types to access both wired and wireless networks delivering simplified management, robust security, and lower total cost of ownership.
• Access Points: Cisco Aironet access points and bridges that connect wireless devices to wired networks, providing ubiquitous network access.
• Network Unification: A variety of platforms, such as wireless LAN controllers, integrated switches and routers that deliver comprehensive wireless network services such as dynamic RF management and self-configuration.
• Network Management: Cost-effective tools providing a complete view of the wireless LAN network for easier planning, configuration, and management from a central location.
• Mobility Services: Appliances and technologies that enable applications such as guest access, wireless voice over IP, location tracking, and wireless intrusion detection and prevention.

Figure 2 shows these components.

Figure 2. The Cisco Unified Wireless Network Components

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