Access point at remote site

[SamithMadhukalpa5866]

Hi All,

Does anyone know how we can configure our AIR-CAP1702I-E-K9 AP at a remote site that can manage by the central controller at HO while forwarding the data traffics from the remote location?

[Haydn Andrews · Accepted solution]

Utilise flexconnect local switching - this is based on remote location has access to the WLC via WAN

[SamithMadhukalpa5866]

Thanks Haydn,

Using Flexconnect can we route only the data traffic from the remote location and bring only management traffics to the HO? 

[Haydn Andrews]

Correct 

AP management routed to the WLC

client traffic if flex connect local switching but there also options to keep clients working if link drops

dropped off to the local site and routed as per your current routing

[SamithMadhukalpa5866]

Thanks again Haydn,

Could you please send a cisco guide or video reference for these configurations?

It will really help me to continue.

[Rich R]

What model of WLC and what version of software are you using?

[SamithMadhukalpa5866]

Hi rrudling,

WLC Model: AIR-CT2504-K9

AP Model: AIR-CAP1702I-E-K9

Current version: 8.5.171.0

[patoberli · Accepted solution]

Here is a guide: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/controller/8-5/config-guide/b_cg85/flexconnect.html