The Access Point Testing module allows remote testing of wireless access points and the network connectivity seen by wireless clients. It tests connectivity at the wireless, network, transport, and application layers to proactively identify issues. Access point tests can be automated to regularly check connections or used on demand for troubleshooting. Identifying problems early avoids downtime and reduces support costs compared to reactive troubleshooting. The module is part of Motorola's AirDefense Services Platform for comprehensive wireless management.

1. PRODUCT SPEC SHEET
MOTOROLA AIRDEFENSE SERVICES PLATFORM
NETWORK ASSURANCE: ACCESS POINT TESTING MODULE
PROACTIVELY IDENTIFY ISSUES IN YOUR WIRELESS NETWORK
MOTOROLA
AIRDEFENSE
AP TESTING
The handheld devices in all of your unexpected change or failure in either network can
locations were working just fine render wireless applications inoperable. Quite often,
yesterday ... and suddenly, devices in problems with wireless devices are blamed on the
wireless network although the root cause of the issue
location 5 are not connecting to the has nothing to do with wireless connectivity. Lacking
network. That’s the nature of wireless visibility and physical access to every element on
problems. Your mobile applications the network, administrators may have to launch a
cumbersome and time-consuming effort to identify
depend on the proper configuration of
and remediate problems. The Access Point Testing
all network components and a simple module addresses these issues by allowing remote
change could have unexpected effects. testing of network connectivity from the perspective
Finding issues before they become of a wireless client allowing you to instantly pinpoint
the problem.
problems saves you time and money
but you need the right tools.
PROACTIVELY IDENTIFY NETWORK ISSUES
TROUBLESHOOT FROM A CENTRAL CONSOLE The Access Point Testing module will allow you to
Wireless applications rely on both wireless and wired proactively identify problems impacting wireless
network configurations to function correctly and an applications by periodically performing end-to-end

2. PRODUCT SPEC SHEET
MOTOROLA AIRDEFENSE SERVICES PLATFORM
NETWORK ASSURANCE: ACCESS POINT TESTING MODULE
network testing. This unique technology utilizes and troubleshooting time while reducing end-user SUPPORTED PROTOCOLS
the radio of the Motorola wireless access point to downtime and increasing productivity. The AP Testing Authentication & Extended
emulate a wireless client for wireless connection module can significantly reduce helpdesk costs and Authorization:
testing. The access point can then connect to other operational expenditures associated with your • Open
• WPA
the wireless infrastructure to exercise the exact wireless network by significantly reducing the need
• WPA 2
datapath the wireless device would use to access for onsite troubleshooting of wireless network issues.
Advanced Key Generation:
an application. The test consists of four phases of
• PEAP
network connectivity validation. Initially the test HOLISTIC WIRELESS MANAGEMENT • PEAP-TLS
checks the ability to connect to the wireless network The Access Point Testing module runs on the Motorola • EAP-TLS
AirDefense Services Platform. The Motorola • LEAP
and settings such as network identifier (SSID), • PEAP-GTC
authentication, and encryption are validated. In the AirDefense Services Platform offers seamless • EAP-FAST
next phase basic Layer 3 connectivity is established, integration of wireless Security & Compliance Encryption:
verifying that the DHCP server is operating and Solutions, WLAN Infrastructure Management, and • WEP
passing out IP addresses, which is a critical part Network Assurance tools that centrally troubleshoot • TKIP
• AES
of network connectivity. In the third stage of the user connectivity issues and optimize WLAN
test the tool can be configured and to establish performance. The AirDefense Services Platform is the
whether Layer 3 connectivity to hosts, to verify industry’s first comprehensive service oriented platform
firewall rules, routers, and servers are configured and that can be leveraged by enterprise IT to dramatically
operating properly. Finally the tool verifies Layer 4 or reduce TCO and achieve quicker ROI from their WLAN.
application availability - this final stage allows you to
monitor the application server and ensure it is running Motorola AirDefense solutions reflect our holistic
and accepting connections from the wireless network. approach to network design, management, security
and network assurance. Motorola delivers both an
The access point connectivity tests can be set up to unrivaled indoor/outdoor wireless portfolio and the
run automatically for proactive detection of network software tools you need to build and operate a trusted
problems or on demand to assist in real time remote high-performance wireless network.
troubleshooting. In many environments access point
testing is an ideal tool to validate the application
connectivity of each access point on the network prior
to the start of a shift or work day. This is especially
valuable in an environment with remote locations
such as branch offices or stores, where identifying
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTOROLA AIRDEFENSE SOLUTIONS
connection issues before it can impact an end user
An AirDefense server appliance is required to run
is critical to maintaining productivity and maximizing the AirDefense Services Platform and all AirDefense
customer service. modules. The server appliance is a true plug-and-play
system with a hardened operating system, optimized
database, and application software included.
The system can alert designated team members
Current model options include:
of any issues that are found, ensuring appropriate • Model 1252
escalation and timely remediation. Using this type • Model 3652
of proactive wireless monitoring solution allows • Model 4250
the network to perform more reliably. Higher levels Please refer to Motorola AirDefense server appliance
of network performance lower IT support costs sheets for details on specific models.
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