This section describes subsequent discovery process for day 1 after the AP has successfully completed the initial discovery. For instructions on how to configure the AP, see the Cisco Wireless Controller Configuration Guide for the relevant release.
To configure a fresh out of the box AP to the Meraki Dashboard or Cisco Catalyst 9800 Controller, see Cisco Wireless Global Use AP Deployment Guide.
If the organisation policy does not allow and the AP intends to join the controller, use fast offline migration technique.
The Controller Discovery Process
Explains access point discovery mechanisms for locating controllers, outlines deployment procedures on the wireless network, and describes how to check access point LEDs to verify operational status.