How do I distinguish between a regular (autonomous) AP and an LAP?
A. The easiest way to distinguish between a regular AP and a LAP is to look at the part number of the AP. • LAP (Lightweight AP Protocol [LWAPP])—Part numbers always begin with AIR-LAPXXXX. • Autonomous AP (Cisco IOS® Software)—Part numbers always begin with AIR-APXXXX. The Cisco Aironet 1000 Series LAPs are an exception to this criteria. The part numbers of the 1000 series LAPs are: • AIR-AP1010-A-K9 for a 1010 LAP • AIR-AP1020-A-K9 for a 1020 LAP • AIR-AP1030-A-K9 for a 1030 LAP Note: The part numbers can vary, which depends on the country and regulatory domain. The part numbers that this list provides are just examples. Make sure that you order the appropriate AP for your wireless LAN (WLAN).
