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Nortel WLAN - Security Switch 2300 Series Quick Start Guide
Before you begin
Before installing and configuring the WSS, the following basic planning steps must be completed.
Planning a WLAN installation
The WLAN Management Software (WMS) can only be installed on a single computer. You must decide which
computer will be used to manage the WSS, and ensure that computer is accessible during the installation and
configuration process.
The WMS installation CD is distributed with a license certificate to specify the serial number and Nortel Support
email address. An email request must be sent to Nortel Support to receive the WMS license activation key as follows:
• WMS serial number — This serial number is listed on the license certificate included with the WMS CD.
• computer name — The computer name where WMS will be installed.
• company name — The name of your company.
A license activation key is required to use WMS, and must be available before you begin to configure the WSS.
When planning to install a wireless Access Point (AP), be sure to record the model and serial number printed on the
back of the AP. This information is required when configuring WSS ports and Access Points (AP) using WMS. If the
AP is already physically installed in a difficult to access location, the model and serial numbers are also printed on
the box used to deliver the AP.
Some additional basic network information is also required before WMS configuration takes place, as described in
“Gathering required information” on page 14.