Aruba Networks Access Point Aruba AP 60/61 - Manual (Page 5)

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Installation Guide
Introduction 1
The Aruba AP 60/61 is part of a comprehensive wireless network solution. The
device works in conjunction with the Aruba Mobility Controller and can act as a
wireless access point or air monitor.
As a wireless Access Point (AP), the Aruba AP 60/61 provides transparent,
secure, high-speed data communications between wireless network devices
(fixed, portable, or mobile computers with IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11b/g
wireless adapters) and the wired LAN.
As a wireless Air Monitor (AM), a feature unique to Aruba products, the Aruba AP
60/61 enhances wireless networks by collecting statistics, monitoring traffic,
detecting intrusions, enforcing security policies, balancing wireless traffic load,
self-healing coverage gaps, and more.
N OTE : Installing the Aruba AP 60/61 requires setting the antenna power, which
requires professional training. The Aruba AP 60/61 installer must be
trained to perform this configuration.