About this task
Use the Power
Configuration dashboard to set or override one of two power modes
(802.3af or Automatic) for a managed controller. When Automatic is selected, the
controller safely operates within available power. After the power configuration is
determined, the controller configures its operating power characteristics based on
its radio model and power configuration.
Procedure
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Go to .
The General dashboard
opens.
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Go to Power Configuration.
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Use the Power Mode
drop-down to set or change the power mode for the selected profile.
The power mode
options are:
- Automatic — Using the
Automatic setting, the access point automatically determines the best
power configuration based on the available power budget. Automatic is
the default setting.
- 8.02.3af — Low power
mode. This allows the access point to assume 12.95 watts.
- 8.02.3at — Normal power
mode
- 802.3bt — High power
mode
If you change the mode, you must reset the access point to implement the
change.
