The ExtremeCloud IQ Controller Deployment Guide version 10.18.01 provides detailed instructions for deploying and managing ExtremeCloud IQ Controllers across KVM, Hyper-V, VMware, and Extreme Universal Compute Platform environments. It covers the deployment of VE6120K, VE6125K, VE6120H, VE6120, and VE6125 virtual appliances as well as the CE1000, CE2000, and CE3000 container applications, specifying hardware requirements and deployment scales. The guide outlines AP and switch discovery and registration processes, utilizing DHCP, DNS, and NPS configurations. It also details captive portal and AAA network implementations for internal and external deployments. Advanced network configurations include mesh network setup, external NAC server integration, and client bridge deployment. High availability strategies involve creating availability pairs and integrating with Extreme AirDefense. This document is targeted at IT administrators, providing step-by-step instructions and best practices for network management and deployment. This release introduces AP5060D (with 70 degree or 20 degree 5G and 6G selectable antennas) and AP5060U (with internal omni directional antennas). These new Extreme Wi-Fi 7 access point models support 6 GHz Standard Power (AFC) and are ideal for deployment in harsh outdoor environments. These APs can also be installed indoors in certain countries.
