Configuring Multiple BSSIDs in Autonomous APs: Requirements and Guidelines

Requirements and Guidelines for Configuring Multiple BSSIDs in Autonomous APs

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When configuring multiple BSSIDs in autonomous APs, which three requirements and guidelines should you follow? (Choose three.)

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When configuring multiple BSSIDs (Basic Service Set Identifiers) in autonomous APs (Access Points), there are several requirements and guidelines that you should follow. These are as follows:

  1. APs must contain an 802.11a or 802.11b/g radio that supports multiple BSSIDs: To enable multiple BSSIDs on an autonomous AP, it must have a radio that is capable of supporting this feature. Most modern APs support this feature, but you should check the datasheet to confirm whether the AP you are using supports multiple BSSIDs.

  2. RADIUS-assigned VLANs are supported when you enable multiple BSSIDs: When you enable multiple BSSIDs on an autonomous AP, you can configure each BSSID to use a different VLAN. If you are using RADIUS to assign VLANs dynamically, you must ensure that the RADIUS server is configured to send the correct VLAN ID for each BSSID.

  3. VLANs can be configured: You can configure VLANs for each BSSID on an autonomous AP, and each BSSID can use a different VLAN. This enables you to segregate traffic from different SSIDs onto different VLANs, which can improve security and network performance.

  4. When you enable BSSIDs, the AP automatically maps a BSSID to each SSID: When you enable multiple BSSIDs on an autonomous AP, the AP automatically maps a BSSID to each SSID that is configured. The BSSID is used to identify the wireless network to clients.

  5. You cannot manually map a BSSID to a specific SSID: You cannot manually map a BSSID to a specific SSID on an autonomous AP. The AP automatically maps a BSSID to each SSID that is configured.

  6. Any Wi-Fi certified client device can associate to an AP that uses multiple BSSIDs: Any Wi-Fi certified client device can associate with an AP that uses multiple BSSIDs, as long as it supports the same 802.11 standard as the AP (i.e., 802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g).

  7. You cannot enable multiple BSSIDs on APs that participate in WDS (Wireless Distribution System): APs that participate in WDS cannot support multiple BSSIDs. WDS is a feature that enables you to connect multiple APs wirelessly to extend the coverage of your wireless network. If you are using WDS, you must configure each AP with a single BSSID.

In summary, when configuring multiple BSSIDs on autonomous APs, you should ensure that the AP supports this feature, configure VLANs for each BSSID, and be aware that the AP automatically maps a BSSID to each SSID. Additionally, any Wi-Fi certified client device can associate with an AP that uses multiple BSSIDs, and you cannot enable multiple BSSIDs on APs that participate in WDS.