VEWS5203

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The Edgecore VEWS Virtual Wireless LAN Controller allows to run on any VMware infruscture such as servers, personal computers, and cloud computing resource to provide much-needed hardware independence while offering the same functionality as the physical controller. With AP management, user authentication, policy assignment, traffic shaping, firewall features, and much more all packaged into a single windowpane, the VEWS-series Controller provides network administrators with a reliable, easy-to-use, and centralized management console for an entire organization’s wireless network infrastructure, including Edgecore Access Points and Switches and the communication among Controllers, Switches and Access Points are encrypted. The VEWS-series Controller can be deployed and configured easily, even non-wireless savvy users. For example, automated AP discovery prevents network administrators from having to go through the hassle of individually adding and configuring each access point. Access points as well as connected Wi-Fi devices can then be monitored and managed from a centralized point, with extensive logging & reporting features to assist in troubleshooting and maintenance and it is compatible on VMware 6.7 version. Besides, VEWS-series Controller supports maps functionality allowing the administratorto view and monitor the wireless network coverage map. For user management, the VEWS-series supports from 3,000 to 100,000 connected clients, according to different models. Moreover, as Wi-Fi-enabled handheld devices, such as smartphones and tablets, become ever so prevalent in our daily lives, businesses and network operators alike are faced with a mind-boggling dilemma – how to simultaneously address the needs of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device), manage Wi-Fi users, and maintain network service quality for mission-critical applications. The VEWS-series is designed exactly with these requirements in mind, and with a total cost of ownership that satisfies even the most price conscious, organizations are guaranteed to receive an unmatched ROI on their wireless LAN infrastructure. VEWS-Series VIRTUAL WIRELESS LAN CONTROLLER Copyright © 2023 Edgecore Networks Corporation

Copyright © 2023 Edgecore Networks Corporation USER SECURITY Authentication Types

• 802.1X
• UAM (browser-based)
• IP or MAC-based Authentication Servers
• Local
• On-Demand
• Guest
• RADIUS
• LDAP
• NT Domain
• SIP
• POP3 Customizable Captive Portal • Yes Customizable Wild Card Walled Garden • Yes User Blacklisting • Yes ACCOUNT GENERATION On-demand Account
• SMS registration
• Purchase via PayPal
• Hotel PMS integration
• Selectable Billing Plans
• Account Ticket Printer Guest Wi-Fi Account
• Limitation by duration and volume
• Configurable reactivation time
• E-mail registrationand activation Social Media Login • Yes NETWORK SECURITY VPN • Remote
• Site-to-Site Tunneling Protocols • IPSec
• PPTP Network Isolation • Intra-VLAN orPort
• Inter-VLAN or Port Rogue AP Detection • Yes Certificates • Built-in Root CA

FEATURES

The advent of the era of smartphones and tablets has opened a chasm between how the Internet is used and how organizations provide Internet connectivity. Wireless networks have transformed from a luxury to a necessity, in order to support devices that don't have legacy wired capability. Furthermore, additional features need to be provided in order to address the rapidly changing usage behavior. The Edgecore VEWS-series Controller supports a variety of mobility features that aim to make enterprise Wi-Fi both easier to use and simpler to manage. For example, by supporting fast roaming, users on mobile devices can be on-the-go without worrying about interrupted connections. It is also not uncommon to see a single user with multiple handheld devices - with the Edgecore VEWS-series Controller all of the devices can login to Wi-Fi using the same username and password. Finally, mobile- optimized captive portals and ticket-printed QR code automatic login are both easy methods for a user to get online from their mobiledevice. VEWS-SERIES VIRTUAL ENTERPRISE-GRADE WIRELESS LAN CONTROLLER Security is often one of the most important concerns when it comes to enterprise wireless networks. From the most basic need of preventing network access by unauthorized users to performing rogue AP detection and enforcing network isolation, the Edgecore VEWS- series Controller provides a complex set of features that prevent malicious activities in an organization's network. For deployment flexibility, the Edgecore VEWS-series Controller supports user authentication via both the industry standard 802.1X as well as web-based captive portals. The highly customizable captive portals with integrated walled garden capability can be adapted to suit the needs of hotels, schools, and other public venues. For unregistered users without an account, guest access can be provided by simply entering an e- mail address, logging in with social media accounts, or purchasing a data plan through PayPal. With various account generation methods, the Edgecore VEWS-series Controller is able to identify users and track user activities, ensuring network security in public Wi-Fi. The Edgecore VEWS-series Controller also supports remote access via VPN, which is crucial for travelling businessmen. At the same time, site-to-site VPN establishes secure connections between corporate headquarters and branch offices.

Fast Roaming Between AccessPoints • Yes Cross Gateway Roaming • Yes WISPr Smart Client • Yes Mobile Device Recognition for Optimized Captive Portal • Yes Multiple Device Logins Per Account • Yes QR Code Automatic Login • Yes Device Plug-and-Play • Yes Copyright © 2023 Edgecore Networks Corporation MANAGEMENT In a wireless LAN, the Edgecore VEWS-series Controller is the central point of management for network administrators, whether it is monitoring current online users or troubleshooting network connectivity issues. The management console of the Edgecore VEWS-series Controller is a browser-based GUI that is simple and intuitive to operate. From this interface, network administrators can configure traffic shaping profiles, track previous network usage, perform systembackup and restore, and much more. From the user management perspective, one of the core benefits of the Edgecore VEWS-series Controller is its ability to enforce different traffic profiles based on both the location (Service Zone) of the user and the time of access. For example, the profiles applied during work hours can be different from that of during after-work hours. From bandwidth limitations to specific routing rules, network administrators gain fine-grained control over Wi-Fi users. For access points, Edgecore VEWS-series Controller supports automatic discovery and provisioning, eliminating many repetitive and cumbersome tasks often faced during initial network deployment. Centralized AP configuration and monitoring also greatly reduces maintenance overhead for IT staff. System Time • NTP synchronization

• Manually configured System Backup& Restore • Yes SNMP • Yes; v2c Network Utilities • Yes; built-in packet capture AP MANAGEMENT Automatic AP Discovery • Yes AutomaticAP Provisioning • Yes; template-based AP Configuration Backup & Restore • Yes AP FirmwareBatch Upgrade • Yes Tunneled AP Management • Yes; both L2 & L3 APs AP Load Balancing • Yes Automatic AP Firmware Upgrade • Yes Individual AP Information
• Associated Clients
• Power & Channel
• SNR report INVENTORY MANAGEMENT AP Planning Type
• New Stock
• Pre-configured
• Configured-in-use
• Not-to-use AP Entry Preparation • CSV file uploadable
• Manual added VEWS-SERIES VIRTUAL ENTERPRISE-GRADE WIRELESS LAN CONTROLLER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT Browser-Based Configuration • Yes Administrator Accounts
• Multiple tiered access privileges
• Monitor each admin’s current accessed page
• Local database and RADIUS authentication

Copyright © 2023 Edgecore Networks Corporation As wireless networks increasingly become the primary network used by organizations, it is crucial to take into consideration fundamental network services, such as DHCP, NAT, and routing. In addition to providing these functions, the Edgecore VEWS-series Controller also implements the concept of a "Service Zone", which essentially segments the controller into multiple virtual controllers, each with its own associated network services, user policies, authentication settings,etc. On the reliability end, the Edgecore VEWS-series Controller supports WAN port failover, which helps businesses reduce the chance of network downtime and prevents lost productivity and revenue. Furthermore, load balancing between the WAN ports increases overall performance by alleviating congestion and distributing traffic between the two outgoinglinks. Finally, the Edgecore VEWS-series Controller provides unique value- added capabilities, such as a direct integration with Micros Opera PMS that greatly simplifies the overhead of providing managed Wi-Fi in hotels. USER MANAGEMENT User Policy Assignment

• Role-based
• Time & location dependent Bandwidth Limitation • Yes Traffic Classification/ Remarking • Yes; 802.1p / DSCP Stateful Firewall
• Yes; each rule with individual enforcement schedules Static Route Assignment • Yes Concurrent SessionLimit • Yes IP Address Reassignment
• Allow clients to obtain different IP addresses after authentication NETWORK SERVICES Redundancy (High Availability)
• N+1 with automatic synchronization Internet Protocols Supported
• IPv4
• IPv6 DHCP Server / DHCP Relay • Yes Network Address Translation • Yes Built-in HTTP Proxy Server • Yes WAN Port Load Balancing • Yes Dynamic Routing • Yes Local DNS Records • Yes Hotel PMS Integration • Oracle Hospitality OPERA Integrated Billing & Accounting System • Yes Billing Quota Types • By duration
• By traffic volume REPORTING Whether it is real-time monitoring of network activity or tracking the usage of previous Wi-Fi users, network administrators need the appropriate tools at their disposal to increase efficiency and reduce workload. The Edgecore VEWS-series Controller have an extensive set of logging and reporting features that allow network administrators to easily find any information related to the wireless network. The built-in system dashboard provides a quick overview of the current system status, along with graphical reports of network traffic and system performance. In addition, there is a simple interface for viewing online devices and their associated detailed statistics, including but not limited to the roles they belong to, enforced network policies, and packets transferred. Alongside network monitoring, the Edgecore VEWS- series Controller also performs detailed logging of all network activity. For example, the User HTTP Web Log allows network administrators to track users who visited malicious websites, while the DHCP Lease Log can assist in troubleshooting clients who cannot receive an IP address. Lastly, the Configuration Change Log shows administrators which settings have been modified in the past, in case there are configuration errors that need to bereverted. VEWS-SERIES VIRTUAL ENTERPRISE-GRADE WIRELESS LAN CONTROLLER

Copyright © 2023 EdgecoreNetworks Corporation TEL: 886-3-5638888 FAX:886-3-6686111 1, CreationRd. III, Hsinchu Science Park, Taiwan 30077 sales@edge-core.com www.edge-core.com EC_DS_230620 SYSTEM & NETWORK STATUS System Dashboard • Yes Dashboard Customization • Yes Graphical System Performance Reports • Yes Traffic Volume Reports • Yes System Process Monitor • Yes Online Device Monitoring • Yes Active Sessions List • Yes Configurable SYSLOG Severity • Yes SMTP (E-mail) Notifications • Yes Multiple Concurrent E-mail Notification Receivers • Yes NETWORK ACTIVITY LOGS System Log (SYSLOG) • Yes CAPWAP Log • Yes Configuration Change Log

• Yes; History View RADIUS Server Log • Yes User Events Log • Yes User HTTP Web Log • Yes Firewall Log • Yes DHCP Server/Lease Log • Yes PMS Interface Log • Yes On-Demand Billing Report • Yes AP Status E-mail Notification • Yes Logging to External FTP • Yes Configurable Logs & Reporting Intervals • Yes VEWS-SERIES VIRTUAL ENTERPRISE-GRADE WIRELESS LAN CONTROLLER VEWS5203 VEWS5204 VEWS5207 VEWS1000 Managed APs Up to 300 Up to 1,000 Up to 3,000 Up to 10,000 Local Accounts Up to 10,000 Up to 30,000 Up to 50,000 Up to 120,000 On-Demand Accounts Up to 10,000 Up to 30,000 Up to 50,000 Up to 120,000 Max. Number of Online Users 3,000 10,000 30,000 100,000 Installation Hardware Requirement CPU 4 cores 8 cores 16 cores 40 cores Memory 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB HDD 512 GB 512 GB 512 GB 512 GB VEWS MODELS