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Access points

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Overview

The Access Points page in the Zequenze ControlGATE 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 sitesmonitoring including airports, shopping centers,locations and other venues.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 locationmonitoring types including airports (Acapulco Costera, Aeropuerto Internacional)locations and shoppingorganizational centers (Galerías Perinorte)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, IPdevice addresses,types, and technicalorganizational specificationsassignments 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 (ia_docs@zequenze.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
    • GreenRed Delete Button: Active deleteDelete function with checkmark"X" icon for removing selected items
  • 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, 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 "Active filters" and "21 Hidden" items
  • Last Activity: 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

Data Displayed

The main table shows critical access point information:

  • Name: Device identifier with(including technicalmonitoring specificationsdevices and test equipment)
  • ID: Unique numerical identifier for each access point
  • Active Status: Green checkmarksdots indicate operational devices, red dots indicate inactive devices
Status: Operational status with "Up" badges for active connections Location: DetailedMonitoring venuelocations informationwith including:standardized
    Galerías Perinorte (shopping center) Aeropuerto Internacional de Zihuatanejo Acapulco Costera (coastal area) Aeropuerto Internacional de Acapulco (Guerrero) naming Group Assignment: Organizational categories (GALERÍA-LIVERPOOL,Monitoring, AEROPUERTO-OMA, BRT-ADO)Zequenze) MAC Address: Hardware identification for network management Type: Device classification and(Indoor capabilitiesgeneric, brand specifications like Ruckus) Public Access: Configuration status forindicators guest networksOrganization: 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 to show or hide the filter panel
      • View active filters and "21 Hidden" items in the filter summary
      • Click "Proceed" button to apply filter changes
    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 use the greenred delete button to remove selected 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 18,694 total19 results)
    • Selection: Choose specific access points for bulk operations including deletion

    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
    • Delete Selected Items: Use the greenred delete button to remove selected access points from the system
    • Filter Management:
      • Apply and manage filters using the comprehensive filter panel
      • View active filter status and hidden items count
      • 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
    • Network Settings: Manage IP addressing and MAC address assignments

    Notes/Tips

    • Performance Optimization: Use filters to reduce data load when managing large networks with 18,000+ access points
    • Location Accuracy: The map view provides visual context for troubleshooting connectivity issues in specific areas with customizable map styles (emerald-v8)
    • Status Indicators: Green checkmarksdots in the Active column indicate properly functioning devices, red dots indicate devices requiring no immediate attention
    • Group Organization: Access points are logically grouped by venueorganization typeand (airports,monitoring shopping centers, transportation hubs)requirements for easier management
    • Real-time Updates: The interface provides live status information for immediate network health assessment
    • Filter Management:
      • Monitor active filters and hidden items count for better filter awareness
      • Use the greenred delete button for bulk removal operations
      • 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