Netgear WMS5316-100EUS Data Sheet
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ProSafe
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16-AP Wireless Management System
Preliminary
WMS5316
Data Sheet
Easy to use wireless network management for small and medium networks
The NETGEAR ProSafe 16-AP Wireless Management System is an easy to use appliance
to simplify the set up and management of wireless networks. Supporting up to 16 access
points, the WMS5316 Wireless Management System provides a single location to configure
and manage the entire wireless network. Designed for growing companies who don’t want
the complexity and cost of full wireless controllers, the WMS5316 Wireless Management
System delivers centralized management, load balancing, RF management, and guest access
via an intuitive interface. Priced far below a full wireless controller, the WMS5316 Wireless
Management System provides significant time savings and simplifies the deployment and
management of a wireless network.
to simplify the set up and management of wireless networks. Supporting up to 16 access
points, the WMS5316 Wireless Management System provides a single location to configure
and manage the entire wireless network. Designed for growing companies who don’t want
the complexity and cost of full wireless controllers, the WMS5316 Wireless Management
System delivers centralized management, load balancing, RF management, and guest access
via an intuitive interface. Priced far below a full wireless controller, the WMS5316 Wireless
Management System provides significant time savings and simplifies the deployment and
management of a wireless network.
Deployment
Mimicking the set up process of a single access point, the easy to use WMS5316 Wireless
Management System enables even novice users to adopt a centralized management
architecture for up to 16 access points. With automatic discovery of all supported access points
in the network, the WMS5316 Wireless Management System speeds the configuration of a
the wireless network. Automatic Radio Frequency (RF) management and channel selection
takes care of optimizing the access points in the network for maximum connectivity, without
intervention from the network administrator. A single entry of wireless parameters and security
settings can then be pushed out to all of the access points, enabling a fully functional wireless
network in minutes.
Management System enables even novice users to adopt a centralized management
architecture for up to 16 access points. With automatic discovery of all supported access points
in the network, the WMS5316 Wireless Management System speeds the configuration of a
the wireless network. Automatic Radio Frequency (RF) management and channel selection
takes care of optimizing the access points in the network for maximum connectivity, without
intervention from the network administrator. A single entry of wireless parameters and security
settings can then be pushed out to all of the access points, enabling a fully functional wireless
network in minutes.
Management
The WMS5316 Wireless Management System monitors the wireless network to ensure optimal
performance and respond to changes in the RF environment. It will automatically re-assign
channels and adjust RF parameters for maximum connectivity. If enabled, load-balancing
on ProSafe Access Points can ensure that no single access point is overloaded continuously,
by diverting clients to nearby access points. By actively managing the wireless network, the
WMS5316 Wireless Management System provides an improved wireless experience without
any IT staff having to lift a finger.
performance and respond to changes in the RF environment. It will automatically re-assign
channels and adjust RF parameters for maximum connectivity. If enabled, load-balancing
on ProSafe Access Points can ensure that no single access point is overloaded continuously,
by diverting clients to nearby access points. By actively managing the wireless network, the
WMS5316 Wireless Management System provides an improved wireless experience without
any IT staff having to lift a finger.
Security
By centrally configuring all access points in the network, the WMS5316 Wireless Management
System ensures identical security settings throughout the coverage area so that clients, guests
and unwanted intruders all get appropriate access or denial to network resources. Setting up
WPA2 encryption keys to keep traffic safe from prying eyes and MAC authentication lists to only
allow approved devices on the wireless network can be done once and sent out to the entire
network. When used with ProSafe Access Points, the WMS5316 Wireless Management System
can configure a guest SSID to allow visitors safe access to the Internet without allowing visibility
to company files or resources. Additionally, 802.1x network authentication can be applied for
further verification of clients’ rights to be on the network. Rogue AP detection will find all access
points in the area, enabling administrators to take appropriate actions. The WMS5316 Wireless
Management System with central management simplifies the process of deploying a secured
wireless network.
System ensures identical security settings throughout the coverage area so that clients, guests
and unwanted intruders all get appropriate access or denial to network resources. Setting up
WPA2 encryption keys to keep traffic safe from prying eyes and MAC authentication lists to only
allow approved devices on the wireless network can be done once and sent out to the entire
network. When used with ProSafe Access Points, the WMS5316 Wireless Management System
can configure a guest SSID to allow visitors safe access to the Internet without allowing visibility
to company files or resources. Additionally, 802.1x network authentication can be applied for
further verification of clients’ rights to be on the network. Rogue AP detection will find all access
points in the area, enabling administrators to take appropriate actions. The WMS5316 Wireless
Management System with central management simplifies the process of deploying a secured
wireless network.
Access Points
Supporting a wide portfolio of standard NETGEAR access points, the WMS5316 Wireless
Management System enables customers to select the right access points for their needs, even mixing
models to provide the right coverage, as well as an upgrade path as technology changes. The access
points retain their standalone capabilities and do not require a conversion to be managed by the
WMS5316 Wireless Management System. Supported models include SOHO-class 802.11G access
points as well as professional caliber dual band 802.11N access points.
Management System enables customers to select the right access points for their needs, even mixing
models to provide the right coverage, as well as an upgrade path as technology changes. The access
points retain their standalone capabilities and do not require a conversion to be managed by the
WMS5316 Wireless Management System. Supported models include SOHO-class 802.11G access
points as well as professional caliber dual band 802.11N access points.