topic Re: FlexConnect Mode in Wireless

FlexConnect Mode

hassan.mehsen — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 17:39:57 GMT

Hello,

I have around 70 access points which are deployed under a 3504 controller on the same network.

My question here is regarding the flex connect mode, is there any mode where i use which will give the ability to the AP to route all data traffic through the CAPWAP tunnel while the WLC is reachable and then switch the traffic locally if the controller is down?

Thanks.

Re: FlexConnect Mode

patoberli — Mon, 08 Jul 2019 10:55:03 GMT

I think Flexconnect "Central Switched" should achieve this:
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/controller/8-1/Enterprise-Mobility-8-1-Design-Guide/Enterprise_Mobility_8-1_Deployment_Guide/ch7_HREA.pdf

Re: FlexConnect Mode

craigshawm6 — Tue, 09 Jul 2019 11:45:04 GMT

I believe it's a one or the other setting. Not a failover. You can run them in local or flex connect modes. If you're concerned with the 3504 failing and losing wireless connectivity, just run the APs in flex connect. What is your reasoning for not wanting to run full time in flex connect? Side note, have you had the 3504 fail before? How vital is your wireless that an outage will prohibit business? I run local as much as possible, but typically have redundant WLCs as well. I will say that in 5+ years, I've never had a WLC fail either.