said by jester121:Honestly if you're talking about 2 or 3 APs (depending on the size/structure of the building) you could get away without the controller and just build configs in each, it's not really that hard.
yes, you're correct - its not that hard. however, the older 2106 controller still supports 5.2+ code (allowing expansion for 802.11n access-points) and supports radio resource manager (rrm), which will dynamically balance power profile output for optimum coverage.
additionally, the controller has several poe ports - allowing you to directly power the ap's from the controller without having to buy injectors or additional poe switches. if you need the hardware - its a good "all-in-one" device for a branch office deployment.
tubby is very wise.
i dealt with a 35 switch rollout using cat-express switches (all within the same campus). customer picked them up outside of our typical sales engagement process, they just ordered hardware directly from cisco without explaining. ugh. if anyone says the word "smartport" to me, i'll punch them in the face.
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