The access point‘s on board user interface contains a set of features specifically designed to enable either Virtual Controller AP, Standalone AP or Adopt to Controller functionality. In Virtual Controller AP mode, an access point can adopt and manage other access points. With the introduction of Heterogeneous AP management from WiNG 5.9.1, access points are able to adapt and manage different types of AP model when functioning as a virtual controller. In Standalone mode, an access point functions as an autonomous, non adopted, access point servicing wireless clients. If adopted to controller, an access point is reliant on its connected controller for its configuration and management.