Configure a Client Mode AP using a Wired Connection and Auto Provisioning

Before you begin

When you are creating a network policy to be used with auto-provisioning, select Express Policy Setup and create a wireless network policy with an Open or PSK wireless network (SSID), without a captive web portal. Client mode APs only work with Open and PSK SSIDs. For more information, see About Client Mode Profiles.

About this task

Procedure

  1. Select Express Policy Setup.
  2. Select either Open or PSK.
    Client-mode APs only work with open and PSK SSIDs.
  3. Onboard serial numbers for the client mode APs.

    To use auto-provisioning to configure your portal APs, continue with this procedure. If you are going to use device templates to configure your portal APs, complete the required settings and then complete this procedure.

    Use the Add > Quick Add Devices option to add the client mode AP serial numbers.

  4. Create auto-provisioning rules for client mode APs (see Configure Auto-Provisioning).
  5. Plug the AP into a power outlet.
  6. Plug the AP into the network using a twisted-pair Ethernet cable.
    When you power on a client mode AP, it searches for a portal AP, connects through the backhaul as a mesh AP, discovers ExtremeCloud IQ, downloads its predefined configuration, and automatically extends wireless coverage to its surrounding area.
    The AP automatically establishes a mesh connection and obtains an IP address. The discovery and provisioning process normally takes 3 to 10 minutes.
    The status light changes to white when a CAPWAP protocol connection is established with ExtremeCloud IQ.
    The AP automatically downloads its configuration file and begins broadcasting its assigned SSID.