Configure the BLE ServiceNEW!

First configure a network policy.

Consider the following:

  • The BLE Service settings configured in this task apply to the Device template associated with the network policy. You can override the settings configured here, and also configure device-level settings, by going to Manage > Devices > Configure > Interface Settings > Wireless Interfaces > BLE Service.
  • IoT Thread profile configuration automatically takes precedence over BLE configuration. If BLE is configured and deployed, and later IoT Thread is configured and deployed, BLE becomes disabled and IoT Thread is enabled. If BLE configuration exists but has yet to be deployed, and then later IoT configuration is done and deployed, only the IoT configuration is pushed to the AP.

You can configure the embedded BLE transmitter in APs. As transmitters, these beacons broadcast numerical advertisements that trigger an action on Bluetooth-enabled devices that come within range. For example, an app running on a mobile device might react to a BLE signal by displaying welcome messages, sale announcements, or coupons.

This task is part of the network policy configuration workflow. Use this task to configure the iBeacon service for a network policy.

  1. Go to Configure > Network Policies.
  2. Select an existing policy, and then select Edit, or select Add.
  3. After you save the Policy Details, select NEXT or 2 Wireless.
  4. From the Application Management menu, select BLE Service.
  5. Toggle the BLE Services setting ON.
  6. Type a Service Name.
  7. Optional: Type a Description.

    Although optional, entering a description is helpful for troubleshooting and for identification.

  8. For BLE Scan, select iBeacon or Generic or both, and then configure the Destination settings.
    Table 1. Destination settings
    SettingDescription
    Cloud Reporting

    (iBeacon scan only)

    		Toggle ON to enable Cloud Reporting for the device. Deselect to disable Cloud Reporting for the device.

    Cloud Reporting provides real-time analytics and insights into the performance and usage of your BLE network. Use this feature to monitor key metrics, track user interactions, and optimize BLE for maximum efficiency.

    IntervalSpecify an interval value between 10-1200 seconds to determine how often iBeacon transmits to ExtremeCloud‌ IQ. The default value is 60 seconds.
    Batch Reporting

    (Required for Generic BLE scan)

    		Toggle ON to submit iBeacon reports in batch files.

    Batch Reporting compiles and analyzes large sets of iBeacon interaction data at scheduled intervals. This feature is ideal for generating periodic reports and gaining insights into long-term trends and patterns.

    IntervalSpecify an interval value between 10-60 seconds to determine how often iBeacon transmits batch file reports. The default is 10 seconds.
    URLType the destination URL to submit batch file reports.
    Ignore DuplicatesEnable this feature to remove duplicate entries automatically, within the specified time interval.
    Secure ConnectionToggle ON and specify the credentials to secure the data flow to your server.
    Token renewal setting
    Client IDSpecify the unique identifier assigned to the client application.

    (String, 10-255 characters)

    Client SecretSpecify the confidential key used to authenticate the client.

    (String, 10-255 characters)

    Show PasswordSelect the check box to show the password (Client Secret).
    Token URLSpecify the API URL where the client sends requests to obtain or refresh access tokens.

    (String, valid URL format, max 255 characters)

  9. Configure the iBeacon Filter settings (iBeacon Filter only).
    Table 2. iBeacon Filter settings
    SettingDescription
    Min RSS(dBm)The minimum Received Signal Strenth (RSS) value used for filtering iBeacon signals. RSS is measured in dBm (decibels relative to 1 milliwatt).
    UUIDThe iBeacon unique identifier. If your organization already has a UUID number, type it in the iBeacon UUID field.

    UUID format: 32 hexadecimal (base 16) digits, displayed in five groups separated by hyphens, in the form 8-4-4-4-12 for a total of 36 characters (32 alphanumeric and four hyphens). For example: 123e4567-e89b-12d3-a456-426655440000

    You can also automatically create a UUID with an online UUID generator, such as the one at https://www.uuidgenerator.net/.

  10. Configure the Generic Filter settings (Generic Filter only).
    Table 3. Generic Filter settings
    SettingDescription
    Min RSS(dBm)The minimum Received Signal Strenth (RSS) value used for filtering generic signals. RSS is measured in dBm (decibels relative to 1 milliwatt).
    VendorSelect Any, CHORUS, or Custom.
    Any
    ChorusSelect Chorus to auto-populate the settings for this vendor, and then select ADD.
    CustomSelect Custom, type the Name and Company Id of the vendor, and then select ADD.
  11. Select Save.
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