Understanding Wireless Client Requirements

The AX411 provides wireless access to any client with a properly configured Wi-Fi client adapter for the 802.11 radio mode in which the access point is running. The AX411 Access Point supports multiple client operating systems.

To connect to the AX411 Access Point, wireless clients need the following hardware and software:

• Wi-Fi client adapter—Portable or built-in Wi-Fi adapter that supports one or more of the IEEE 802.11 radio modes in which you plan to run the access point.
• Wireless client software—Client software, such as the Microsoft Windows Supplicant, configured to associate with the AX411 Access Point.
• Client security settings—If the security mode on the AX411 is set to anything other than “no security,” wireless clients need to be configured for the authentication mode used by the access point and provide a valid username and password, certificate, or similar proof of identity.

  Note: Client users can allow the Windows Wireless Zero Configuration (WZC) service to automatically configure wireless settings on the client.

Related Topics

• Understanding Client Security