Installation Guide
NXA-WAPZD1100
ZoneDirector Smart WLAN Controller
Overview
The NXA-WAPZD1100 (FG2255-75) is a centrally managed wireless LAN (WLAN)
controller for homes and business using multiple NXA-WAP1000 Wireless Access
Points, that delivers exceptional performance by integrating the Ruckus Smart/OS
application engine. It delivers advanced features such as smart wireless meshing,
hotspot authentication, elegant guest networking and dynamic Wi-Fi security.
Redundant and secure, the AMX ZoneDirector provides WLAN-wide network,
security, RF and location management within a single, easy-to-use and affordable
WLAN system.
Common Applications
Ideal for homes and businesses that require a robust and secure WLAN that can be
easily deployed, centrally managed and automatically tuned. The NXA-WAP1000 is
perfect for environments where high bandwidth applications such as video streaming
are accessed simultaneously from several wireless devices such as iPads, laptops,
and gaming consoles.
Features
• Configure and Install in Minutes - Automatically discovers and configures AMX
NXA-WAP1000 Wireless Access Points making them instantly manageable.
• Smart Wireless Mesh Networking - Simplifies deployment and reduces
installation cost by eliminating the need to run Ethernet cable to every AMX
NXA-WAP1000.
• Automatically Adapts to Wi-Fi Signal Changes in Real-time - The SmartMesh
Networking is self-organizing, self-optimizing, and self-healing to provide
maximum performance and reliability.
• Complete Centralized WLAN Control - Dynamically controls the RF channel
assignment and transmit power level for each NXA-WAP1000 Wireless Access
Point.
• Integrated Wi-Fi Client Performance Tools - Ruckus SpeedFlex™ allows
administrators to locally or remotely determine client Wi-Fi performance over the
wireless LAN to improve troubleshooting.
• Secure Admission Control Across the WLAN - The NXA-WAP1000 centralizes
authentication and authorization decisions for all access points.
• Automatic User Security - Supports Ruckus's patent-pending Dynamic
Pre-Shared Key (PSK) capability eliminating the requirement to configure and
update individual PC client devices with unique encryption keys.
Power Adapter Compatibility
The NXA-WAPZD1100 is shipped with an appropriate power adapter for the country in
which it is to be used:
• FG2255-75: Includes US Power Adapter for use in US, Canada, Colombia,
Ecuador, Mexico
Product Specifications
FIG. 1 NXA-WAPZD1100 front and rear view
NXA-WAPZD1100 (FG2255-75) Specifications
Dimensions (HWD): 1 1/2” x 6 5/16” x 9 13/16” (39 mm x 159 mm x 250 mm)
Weight: 2.2 lbs (1 Kg)
Power: • External power adapter
• Input: 110 - 240V AC
• Output: 12V DC, 1A
Front Panel Components:
Power LED: Green LED: the device is receiving power.
(front)
(rear)
Power
Status
10/100/1000
Ethernet Output
Console
Reset
LED
LED
Port
Button
12VDC
Input
NXA-WAPZD1100 (FG2255-75) Specifications (Cont.)
Front Panel Components (Cont.):
Status LED: • Steady green LED: Device is configured.
• Blinking green LED: Device in factory default settings.
• Steady amber LED: Device is shut down but still
connected to a power source.
• Flashing amber LED: Device is starting up or shutting
down.
10/100/1000
Ethernet:
Two 10/100/1000Mbps RJ-45 ports for Ethernet
connectivity.
• Solid green or amber left LED: The port is connected to
a device.
• Blinking green or amber left LED: The port is
transmitting or receiving data traffic.
• Green right LED: The port is connected to a 1000Mbps
device.
• Amber right LED: The port is connected to a 100Mbps
or 10Mbps device.
Console port:
DB-9 port for accessing the NXA-WAPZD1100 command
line interface.
Reset Button: Hold the reset button for 8 seconds to reset the device.
Rear Panel Components:
Input:
One 12VDCpower jack
Configuration: Web user interface
Statistics: LAN, wireless and associated stations (available via UI)
VLAN Support: 802.1Q (per BSSID)
AP Discovery &
Control:
Layer-2 or Layer-3
WLANs (BSSIDs): Up to 32
Access Lists (ACLs): • Layer-2 (MAC address based ACL)
• Layer-3 (IP address based ACL)
• L2 client isolation
Wireless Intrusion
Detection (WIDS):
• Rogue AP detection
• DoS attack prevention
• Password guessing protection
• Rate limiting
Wireless Security: WEP, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, 802.11i
Authentication: • 802.1X, local database
• External AAA servers: ActiveDirectory/RADIUS/LDAP
Local Authentication: 1000 user entries
Countries: US, Canada, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico
Number of Managed
APs:
Up to 6
Concurrent Stations: Up to 1250
Operating
Environment:
• 32°F - 122°F (0°C - 50°C)
• Operating humidity - 15% – 95% (non-condensing)
Certifications: •FCC
•IC
•CE
•C-Tick
• VCCI
• EN 60950-1
•RoHS
Included Accessories: • External power adapter
Other AMX Equipment: • NXA-ENET8-2POE Gigabit Ethernet Switch
(FG2178-63)
• NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point, US
Operation (FG2255-51)
• NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point,
Operation Outside US (FG2255-53)
• NXA-WAPZD License Upgrades (FG2255-62/63/64)
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