Different AP MAC address shown on wireless client logs

[Dmoreno69]

Hello Everyone,

I am really a rookie on wireless networks.

I am investigating an issue where people is unable to do wireless at 2 floors in a building. We are using LAPs.

I asked a person onsite to send me some logs from his Intel Proset tools. The report he emailed me shows no IP Address is being assigned to his PC.

I noticed that the AP MAC address on the logs he provided is lets say ##:##:##:2D:AC:61, I check on the WLC and the AP MAC address is actually

##:##:##:2D:AC:60

Is that an expected behavour, a known issue or something like that?

Your input will be appreciated.

Thanks,

David M.

[George Stefanick · Accepted solution]

David,

Yes, its the virtual mac. I actually blog in detail about this subject of the virtual mac. Read the below link and you will have your answer!

http://www.my80211.com/home/2011/5/2/wlc-how-cisco-virtualizes-the-base-radio-mac-address-on-the.html

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btw -- Welcome to the world of WiFi!

[Dmoreno69]

Cool! Many thanks George!

I will continue checking your blog, looks like tons of interesting info is available there!

Thanks for the quick and accurate answer,

David M.

[George Stefanick]

No worries. Stop back if you have any other questions..