Motorola AP7131

AP 7131 - The industry's first tri-radio 802.11n access point

The AP 7131 is the industry's first 802.11a/b/g/n adaptive services access point that delivers the performance, coverage, reliability and security required to enable the truly wireless enterprise. The band-unlocked tri-radio expandable design provides simultaneous support for three major networking functions: high-speed wireless data, voice and video services for client access, self-healing mesh networking and Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) sensor functionality for around the clock protection of the network. The fully DFS compliant 802.11n AP 7131 offers speeds of up to 600 Mbps per Access Point - six times the bandwidth of an 802.11a/g access point. The Adaptive Services AP architecture allows the device to offer two modes of operation, without changing the firmware - either as a stand-alone access point or as a wireless controller adopted access point for centralized management. Self-configuration in an 802.3af environment further simplifies deployment. The ability to power the radios over 802.3af eliminates the need to upgrade the existing Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) infrastructure. And the elegant industrial design with an optional snap-on antenna façade enables deployment from the warehouse to the front lobby. Packed with features, the AP 7131 offers the gap-free security and unmatched reliability you need to deploy a highly successful mobility solution at a low total cost of ownership (TCO).

As a stand-alone access point, the AP 7131 provides small to medium-sized businesses and enterprise branch offices with a consolidated wired and wireless networking infrastructure, all in a single device. The integrated router gateway, 3G WAN backhaul, firewall, DHCP and AAA Radius servers, IPSec VPN, hot-spot gateway and PoE simplify and reduce the costs associated with networking by eliminating the need to purchase and manage multiple pieces of equipment.

The AP 7131 is designed to cost-effectively meet the needs of large, distributed enterprises by converging the functionality of a thick access point and thin access port into a single device. Adaptive mode enables the deployment of a fully featured intelligent access point that can be centrally configured and managed via a Motorola wireless controller in either corporate headquarters or a NOC. All traffic between the adaptive access points and the wireless controller is secured through an encrypted tunnel. And in the event of a WAN, distribution or core network failure, this fully independent configuration offers a remote site survivability that enables the delivery of secure uninterrupted wireless service in the remote location, offering unparalleled network resiliency.

To achieve true gap-free security, you need gap-free rogue detection, requiring dedicated dual-band sensing of 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless LANs - typically provided by a stand-alone sensor. The AP 7131 is the first a/b/g/n access point to offer concurrent around-the-clock dual-band sensing and wireless traffic - eliminating the need for separate devices. Integrated Wireless IPS sensor firmware enables the configuration of one radio for 24x7 rogue detection and termination, and two others can simultaneously be dedicated to wireless client access and/or meshing. As a result, enterprises can now deploy the most robust Wireless IPS solution while saving money - the cost to purchase, deploy and manage dedicated sensor hardware is eliminated.

In addition, stateful firewall, encryption and authentication support key standards-based security protocols that ensure enterprise-level protection for the wired and wireless network infrastructure. The powerful feature set enables security to be administered by either local, non-technical staff or remote IT professionals at your headquarters.

Mesh functionality enables the cost-effective wireless extension of the enterprise network to areas where Ethernet or fiber cabling is cost-prohibitive or otherwise impractical. Mesh functionality includes multi-node, multi-link networks as well as simple mesh to connect two wired networks. Self-healing mesh ensures continuity of service in the event of a wired or wireless network failure. The self-forming, highly resilient VLAN and WMM QoS-aware mesh technology enables organizations to wirelessly extend reliable high-performance voice, data and video services to workers in remote and outdoor locations.

Motorola provides full life-cycle support for your 802.11n deployment. Motorola's LANPlanner is a powerful predictive planning tool that enables the easy creation of a well-designed 802.11n wireless LAN that is tailored for your selected applications, eliminating the high cost associated with an iterative trial-and-error approach and multiple site surveys. For the operational phase, Motorola AirDefense solutions provide infrastructure management, network assurance and security and compliance on a single efficient services platform. Motorola Professional Services offer expertise to assist with assessment through implementation of your mobility solution. Once your Motorola mobility solution is deployed, our responsive Customer Services keep your solution up and running, with maximum uptime - reducing your total cost of ownership.

You can count on this multi-function multi-purpose device to deliver a rapid return on investment. The AP 7131 can be deployed as a stand-alone or centrally managed device to provide wireless voice, data and video services, mesh backhaul and Wireless IPS sensor functionality, all in one device. This built-in flexibility simplifies the mobility architecture - there is less equipment to purchase and manage, reducing your capital and operational expenditures. Special features, such as spectrum analysis, allow you to easily and remotely manage and troubleshoot distributed networks. Additionally, with Motorola’s AirDefense Service Platform (ADSP), you enjoy unified security and management of all your AP 7131 access points, enabling simplified, cost-effective planning, deployment and monitoring of large AP 7131 networks.

Features

• Gap-free dedicated 24x7 sensing via triple methodology rogue AP detection: on-channel, mobile unit and dedicated radio dual-band scanning - Around the clock network protection through instant rogue detection
• Spectrum Analysis - The ability to place a remote AP-7131 in Spectrum Analysis mode allows remote identification of local RF interference, enabling remote troubleshooting and issue resolution from the Network Operation Center (NOC) or other centralized location
• Adaptive AP: extending the enterprise - Enables centralized management of mesh access points at remote sites including automatic firmware upgrades; provides site survivability for remote locations with 802.11a/b/g/n networks for unparalleled resiliency
• 802.3af dual-radio support - Standard Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) provides power for both radios. Intelligent power management enables self-configuration based on available power. Eliminates the need to upgrade the PoE infrastructure
• Integrated router, DHCP server, stateful packet inspection firewall, AAA server, NAT, and hotspot gateway - Eliminates need to purchase and manage additional equipment. Simplifies provisioning of network services and public access
• Mesh networking - Allows wireless extension of existing wired or wireless networks in remote or outdoor locations
• 802.11i, WPA2, WPA and IPSec encryption - End-to-end enterprise class wired and wireless security
• 3G WAN backhaul - Rapid network deployment with extended WAN connectivity over 3G. Provide 3G fail-over support for maximum remote site survivability.