Implementing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (300-430 ENWLSI) Exam (300-430) - Cisco

When FlexConnect APs are in standalone mode due to losing connection to the WLC, they should still be able to serve clients if local switching and authentication are enabled. The issue described occurs because FlexConnect Local Authentication is disabled. With local auth enabled, the AP can authenticate clients directly, without needing to communicate with the WLC, thus allowing the SSID to remain advertised and clients to stay connected even if the WLC is unreachable. Reference: CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide

In a historic building where adding APs is challenging, the best approach to implement intrusion protection with a focus on on-channel attacks is to use APs in monitor mode with the Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS) submode. This setup allows the APs to dedicate their time to scanning the environment for threats without serving clients, which is suitable given the adequate coverage and the need to monitor for attacks. Reference: CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide

In a FlexConnect group with local switching but central DHCP, clients can use features like multicast and static IP without any issues. However, fast roaming, which allows clients to move seamlessly between access points with minimal delay, requires the access points to handle client information locally. If the configuration is changed to allow local DHCP, then the access points can cache client credentials, enabling fast roaming. Reference := CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide Cisco documentation on FlexConnect configurations

When using FlexConnect Smart AP Image Upgrade without a configured FlexConnect Master AP, the WLC will transfer the image to one indoor AP and one outdoor AP separately. Each AP model needs a different firmware image due to hardware differences. Therefore, there will be two image transfers<br />
from the WLC: one for the 2702i APs and another for the 1532i APs.<br />
Reference := CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide Cisco documentation on FlexConnect Smart AP Image Upgrade

The Cisco OfficeExtend Access Point (OEAP) feature is enabled on a Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controller through the Flex Profile. The Flex Profile allows for the configuration of various settings specific to FlexConnect deployments, including OEAP settings, which enable remote workers to connect to the corporate network securely. Reference := CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide Cisco documentation on Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controllers