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What is an H3C WLAN controller?
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An H3C WLAN controller is a centralized management device that optimizes wireless network performance by orchestrating access points, enforcing security policies, and enabling seamless mobility across the WLAN.
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What are the key features of H3C WLAN controllers?
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Key features include centralized AP management, advanced RF optimization, integrated firewall and IDS/IPS, seamless roaming, QoS controls, and simplified cloud-based provisioning.
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How does an H3C WLAN controller improve network performance?
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H3C WLAN controllers improve network performance by dynamically adjusting RF parameters, load-balancing client sessions, and prioritizing traffic via intelligent QoS policies, resulting in lower latency and higher throughput.
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Which H3C WLAN controller models are available?
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Popular models include the WA2000 Series for small to medium deployments, the WA3000 Series for enterprise environments, and the WA5000 Series for large-scale, high-density applications.
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How do I configure an H3C WLAN controller?
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To configure an H3C WLAN controller, access the web-based GUI or CLI, define SSIDs and security profiles, register APs, and apply RF and QoS policies following the Quick Start Guide.
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Can H3C WLAN controllers support remote AP management?
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Yes, H3C WLAN controllers support remote AP management through CAPWAP, enabling secure discovery, provisioning, and monitoring of access points without on-site configuration.
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What security features do H3C WLAN controllers offer?
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H3C WLAN controllers offer robust security features including WPA3 encryption, rogue AP detection, integrated firewall and IDS/IPS, 802.1X authentication, and threat intelligence integration.
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How does an H3C WLAN controller support seamless roaming?
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Seamless roaming is achieved via centralized session handoff and fast roaming protocols (802.11k/r/v), ensuring uninterrupted voice and video connectivity as clients move between APs.
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What is H3C iMC integration with WLAN controllers?
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H3C iMC integration provides unified management, real-time monitoring, automated network auditing, and simplified policy enforcement across wired and wireless infrastructures.
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How scalable are H3C WLAN controllers?
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H3C WLAN controllers are highly scalable, supporting from dozens to thousands of APs and clients, and allow cluster deployment for seamless capacity expansion.
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How do I perform firmware updates on an H3C WLAN controller?
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Download the latest image from H3C Support, upload it via the controller’s web GUI or TFTP/FTP, and follow the upgrade wizard to schedule and verify the update.
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What licensing options exist for H3C WLAN controllers?
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Licensing options include per-AP licenses, throughput-based licenses, and feature bundles such as security or advanced RF, enabling flexible capacity and capability scaling.
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How do I troubleshoot an H3C WLAN controller connectivity issue?
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Troubleshoot by reviewing system logs, verifying AP-controller communication status, checking RF parameters, and using built-in diagnostics tools like Spectrum Analysis and Ping Test.
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What is the maximum number of APs supported by H3C WLAN controllers?
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Depending on the model, H3C WLAN controllers support up to 3,000 APs per controller, allowing high-density deployments for enterprise and campus networks.
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How energy-efficient are H3C WLAN controllers?
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H3C WLAN controllers incorporate energy-saving features such as dynamic AP power management and sleep modes, reducing operational costs and carbon footprint.
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What warranty and support options are available for H3C WLAN controllers?
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H3C offers comprehensive warranty and support, including standard hardware replacement, software updates, and optional extended support contracts with 24×7 technical assistance and training.
