1, Most common problems:
a. Users putting up their own APs and then providing open access to our
entire
network through it.
b. VPN configuration issues. Our users must go through our VPN for access to
anything other than basic Web browsing or email.
2. Helpful Tools:
a. AirWave AMP product does incrediblty well in managing my 250+ Cisco APS.
Most are 1200 series boxes with a few old 340/350s still around. The
ability
to config a new box just like others (with a few things like IP address &
name)
still being unique is a piece of cake. In addition, the unit tracks device
uptimes, device usage, client usage across APs, etc. A piece of cake to
drive.
b. The Cisco ADU software for doing site surveys and getting stats on
throughput, errors, frequency usage, etc.
c. The NetMRI box does a good job of finding rogue APs across an entire
network.
It will handle any size address space(s) you point it to. But, it is way
too pricy. Our was a demo unit that is now gone.
-jcw
> To: WIRELESS-LAN@LISTSERV.EDUCAUSE.EDU
> From: Dave Molta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Date: Mon, 18 Jul 2005 08:58:14 -0400
> Subject: [WIRELESS-LAN] WLAN Analysis Tools
> Reply-To: "802.11 wireless issues listserv"
> <WIRELESS-LAN@LISTSERV.EDUCAUSE.EDU>
>
> I'm working with a couple of my students here at Syracuse on an article for
> a December issue of Network Computing magazine that we are tentatively
> calling the "Wireless LAN Analysis Toolkit." We're hoping to provide readers
> with an understanding of the range of problems faced by managers of large
> WLANs along with a feel for the essential tools that are available, both
> commercial and open-source. We're thinking about everything from the
> physical layer (e.g., spectrum analyzers) all the way up the stack. Since
> Frank Bulk recently looked at distributed monitoring systems, we're not
> planning to cover those products explicitly.
>
> We're looking for help from current WLAN managers. You can either provide
> general input or answer the following two questions. I hope in most cases
> you would be willing to post your thoughts publicly, but if you have
> comments that are of a sensitive nature, you can e-mail me directly.
>
> 1. What are the most common WLAN problems you face, either in the design or
> operation of your network, for which WLAN analysis tools might be helpful?
>
> 2. Which specific available tools -- commercial or otherwise -- are most
> helpful in allowing you to do your job?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Dave Molta
> Director, Syracuse University Center for Emerging Network Technologies
> Sr. Technology Editor, Network Computing
> 315-443-4549
>
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