Access points

Overview

The Access Points page in the Zequenze GATE Portal provides a comprehensive view and management interface for all wireless access points in your network infrastructure. This page displays real-time information about access point status, locations, configurations, and performance metrics across multiple monitoring locations and organizations.

Key Features

• Real-time Access Point Monitoring: View live status of all access points with active/inactive indicators
• Geographic Visualization: Interactive map showing physical locations of access points
• Multi-site Management: Support for various monitoring locations and organizational setups
• Advanced Filtering: Comprehensive filter options for location, groups, activity status, and monitoring state
• Bulk Operations: Import/export functionality for access point configurations
• Detailed Device Information: MAC addresses, device types, and organizational assignments for each device

UI Elements

Navigation Bar

• Home button for returning to main dashboard
• Hotspot section with Access points subsection currently selected
• User account information (ipenae@zequenze.com) in top right
• Language selector and settings icons

Main Interface

• Search Bar: Global search functionality across all access points
• Action Buttons:
  • Import: Upload access point configurations
  • Export: Download current access point data
  • Add: Create new access point entries
  • Green Filter Button: Filter toggle with dropdown functionality using "X" icon
• Interactive Map: Geographic visualization with location markers showing style controls (emerald-v8) and reset option
• Data Table: Detailed listing of all access points with sortable columns

Filter Panel (Right Side)

• Filter Toggle: "FILTER" button with counter badge showing "0", with "X" close button in top-right corner
• Proceed Button: Green "Proceed" button at the top and bottom of the filter panel
• Active filters section: Shows "7 Hidden" items
• Last Activity (AAA requests): Filter by AAA request timestamps with "Any or no date/time" dropdown selection
• Records Per Page: Pagination controls with "50 records" dropdown selection
• Location Filter: Single location dropdown menu with "Click for options" functionality
• Groups: Filter by access point groups with "Click for options" functionality
• Active Status: Filter with "All" dropdown for active/inactive state filtering
• Type Filter: Device type selection with "Click for options" functionality
• Is monitored: Filter for monitoring status with "All" dropdown selection
• Status Filter: Additional status filtering with "Click for options" functionality
• Organization Filter: Filter by organizational assignment

Data Displayed

The main table shows critical access point information:

• Name: Device identifier (including monitoring devices and test equipment)
• ID: Unique numerical identifier for each access point
• Active Status: Green dots indicate operational devices, red dots indicate inactive devices
• Status: Operational status with "Up" badges for active connections
• Location: Monitoring locations with standardized naming
• Group Assignment: Organizational categories (Monitoring, Zequenze)
• MAC Address: Hardware identification for network management
• Type: Device classification (Indoor generic, brand specifications like Ruckus)
• Public Access: Configuration status indicators
• Organization: Organizational assignment (Monitoring, Zequenze)

User Interactions

Primary Actions

1. Search and Filter: Use the search bar and filter panel to locate specific access points
2. Filter Management:
   • Click the "FILTER" button (showing "0" active filters) to show or hide the filter panel
   • View "7 Hidden" items in the filter summary
   • Click "Proceed" button to apply filter changes
   • Use the green filter dropdown button in the main toolbar for quick filter access
3. Map Navigation: Click map markers to view access points by geographic location with style customization (emerald-v8) and reset options
4. Data Management: Import/export access point configurations using action buttons
5. Device Management: Add new access points or manage configurations
6. Status Monitoring: Monitor real-time operational status and performance
7. Filter Application: Apply filter combinations using the available dropdown selections and confirm with "Proceed" button

Table Operations

• Sorting: Click column headers to sort data
• Pagination: Navigate through results using page controls (showing 19 results)
• Selection: Choose specific access points for bulk operations

Navigation

• Access Path: Dashboard → Hotspots → Access points
• Breadcrumb Navigation: Visible in left sidebar menu
• Related Sections: Quick access to Locations, Groups, Monitoring, and AP types

Actions Available

Management Actions

• Add New Access Point: Configure new devices for network deployment
• Import Configuration: Bulk upload access point settings from external files
• Export Data: Download current access point inventory and configurations
• Quick Filter Access: Use the green filter dropdown button in the toolbar for rapid filter application
• Filter Management:
  • Apply and manage filters using the comprehensive filter panel
  • View active filter status (currently "0") and hidden items count ("7 Hidden")
  • Confirm filter changes with the "Proceed" button
• Status Monitoring: Track operational status and connectivity

Configuration Options

• Group Assignment: Organize access points by operational groups
• Location Mapping: Assign geographic and venue-specific locations using the location filter dropdown
• Monitoring Setup: Configure performance tracking and alerting with "Is monitored" filter option
• Network Settings: Manage IP addressing and MAC address assignments
• Status Filtering: Filter access points by operational status using the Status filter option

Notes/Tips

• Performance Optimization: Use filters to reduce data load when managing networks
• Location Accuracy: The map view provides visual context for troubleshooting connectivity issues in specific areas with customizable map styles (emerald-v8)
• Status Indicators: Green dots in the Active column indicate properly functioning devices, red dots indicate devices requiring attention
• Group Organization: Access points are logically grouped by organization and monitoring requirements for easier management
• Real-time Updates: The interface provides live status information for immediate network health assessment
• Filter Management:
  • Monitor active filters (badge shows "0") and hidden items count ("7 Hidden") for better filter awareness
  • Use the green filter dropdown button in the toolbar for quick access to filtering options
  • Always click "Proceed" after making filter changes to apply them
• Filter Panel Control: Toggle the filter panel visibility using the "FILTER" button and use the "X" button to close it
• Map Customization: Utilize the map style selector (emerald-v8) and reset function for optimal geographic visualization
• Monitoring Status: Use the "Is monitored" filter to distinguish between monitored and unmonitored access points
• Advanced Filtering: Additional Status and Organization filters provide more granular control over displayed access points