Network Characteristics

The hotspot Network Characteristics tab displays network parameters for the hotspot.

To configure Network Characteristics for the hotspot:

  1. Configure a WLAN Services Hotspot. For more information, see Configure Hotspot.
  2. Select the Network Characteristics tab.
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    Configuring Network Characteristics
  3. Configure the following parameters:
    IP Address Type Availability. The mobile device uses the IP Address Type Availability information to make network selection decisions. Select the level of restriction for each network type.
    IPV4 valid values are:
    • Not Available
    • Public
    • Port Restricted
    • Single NAT
    • Double NAT
    • Port Restricted Single NAT
    • Port Restricted Double NAT
    • Unknown
    IPV6 valid values are:
    • Not Available
    • Available
    • Unknown

    WLAN Metrics. Enter the values for maximum Uplink and Downlink speed and load parameters for the WLAN service.

    The mobile device uses information from the WAN Metrics configured here to make network selection decisions. The mobile device can determine if necessary throughput is available from the hotspot before connecting. If the mobile device receives indication that the basic service set (BSS) is at capacity, the device will not associate with that AP.

    Connection Capability. The mobile device uses connection capability information to make network selection decisions by determining which services are blocked or supported at the hotspot. Configure up to 16 ports.

    • To add a protocol, select New. Select the protocol, the port number, and the status associated with the protocol. Valid status values include: Closed, Open, or Unknown.
      Note

      Note

      Make an effort to configure all ports and do not rely on the Unknown value.
  4. After you have finished configuring the Network Characteristics tab, select OK to save the configuration.