A variety of tools are available to configure an AP. The Web browser is
usually the easiest way to configure an AP. There are two versions of AP
images, the newer IOS and VxWorks. There are many similarities between the two
GUIs. APs running the IOS image have a powerful IOS CLI configuration
capability unlike the older VxWorks menu. The AP1100 and AP1200 currently
support IOS image. Future APs will also support Cisco IOS.
As the
activities and labs have demonstrated, it is important to keep configuration
simple, until connectivity is achieved. There are many configuration settings
for the AP interfaces as well as many services available with the AP. Each
feature makes enterprise use a reality, but can add to the overall complexity
and make troubleshooting more time consuming.