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Configuring AP as an iBeacon

With the iBeacon application, configure a supported AP as an iBeacon in an IoT network. The following APs offer integrated BLE/802.15.4 radios: AP3912i , AP3915i/e, AP3916ic, AP3917i/e/k.

To configure iBeacon support from the IoT tab:

  1. From the top menu, click AP. The AP screen displays.
  2. Click the appropriate wireless AP in the list (not the check box). The AP dashboard displays.
  3. Click Configure. The AP Properties tab displays.
  4. Click the IoT tab, and select IoT Admin.
  5. From the Application field, select iBeacon.
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    IoT Admin Tab iBeacon Application
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  6. Configure the following parameters:
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IoT iBeacon Application Settings

Field Description
Application Determines application type. Select iBeacon
Advertise Interval The advertising interval for the beacon application. Valid values are: Min (100ms) and Max (10240ms). The default value is Min (100ms).
UUID Identifier used to differentiate a large group of related beacons. A company can have a network of beacons with the same UUID.
Major Identifies a subset of beacons within the larger set. This value could represent a venue specific attribute, such as a specific store or wing in a building. Valid values are 0 to 65635.
Minor Identifies an individual beacon. Used to more precisely pinpoint beacon location. This value complements the UUID and Major values to provide more granular identification of a specific location, such as a particular shelf, door-way, or item. Valid values are 0 to 65635.

Related Topics

IoT iBeacon
Configuring IoT Applications
IoT Multi-Edit Configuration

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