What are some of the popular commercial access points which I can plug righ into my network? I am running all sonicwall devices. I am aware that sonicwall has a AP, however, I am trying to avoid their licensing.
We implemented Aerohive. Specifically because it met each of our requirements, a.) ultimately manageable by the helpdesk, b.) reliable security, and c.) good support.
(Personally however, I would have opted for a Cisco wireless AP solution, but that's just me. :)
At my office we use Ruckus gear. The thing I really like about the ruckus is the management box. It makes administrating/updating all of our APs all too easy.
Colleague of mine does town/city wide wireless networks and uses Aruba
::Edit:: I just re-read your question, you wanted something that is "plug-n-play" into your existing network. The Aruba is way over what you need, but the ruckus might work.
Is the SonicWall licensing required just for updates? Going with Cisco would require a SmartNet agreement for software and support. You might want to consider moving to HP gear. Their support is incredible and the price is reasonable.
Colubris AP by HP. You can also get A controller which once you plug in the AP's they get a default config. The APs are dual radio and draft N as well as ABG. HP do lifetime* warranty too. By * I am not sure what the exact definition of lifetime warranty.
We implemented Aerohive. Specifically because it met each of our requirements, a.) ultimately manageable by the helpdesk, b.) reliable security, and c.) good support.
(Personally however, I would have opted for a Cisco wireless AP solution, but that's just me. :)
At my office we use Ruckus gear. The thing I really like about the ruckus is the management box. It makes administrating/updating all of our APs all too easy. Colleague of mine does town/city wide wireless networks and uses Aruba
::Edit:: I just re-read your question, you wanted something that is "plug-n-play" into your existing network. The Aruba is way over what you need, but the ruckus might work.
We use Cisco Aironet for use where a "consumer" grade unit isn't acceptable.
Is the SonicWall licensing required just for updates? Going with Cisco would require a SmartNet agreement for software and support. You might want to consider moving to HP gear. Their support is incredible and the price is reasonable.
Colubris AP by HP. You can also get A controller which once you plug in the AP's they get a default config. The APs are dual radio and draft N as well as ABG. HP do lifetime* warranty too. By * I am not sure what the exact definition of lifetime warranty.