D-Link CWM-100 – Central WiFiManager Software Controller with 1000 AP Management, Captive Portal, Multi-Site Control, RF Optimization & Web-Based Management

• The D-Link CWM-100 Central WiFiManager is a software-based wireless access point management controller designed to simplify centralized AP monitoring and configuration.

• It allows network administrators to remotely manage and monitor supported D-Link wireless access points from a centralized server.

• The software can be installed on a Microsoft Windows computer or server and accessed through a web browser from a PC, smartphone, tablet, or computer.

• The CWM-100 can manage up to 1000 access points, depending on the computer specifications, without additional per-AP license charges.

• It supports multi-site management, multi-tenancy, NAT pass-through, AP grouping, visualized topology, remote configuration, batch configuration, and web-based administration.

• It also includes business wireless features such as Captive Portal, local / POP3 / RADIUS / LDAP / voucher authentication, RF optimization, auto channel, auto output power control, self-healing, bandwidth optimization, band steering, L2 roaming, and rogue AP detection.

• Centralized Wi-Fi management software controller.

• Manages up to 1000 supported D-Link access points.

• No additional per-AP license charges.

• Web-based management interface.

• Can be installed on Microsoft Windows computer or server.

• Supports remote access through web browser.

• Supports multi-site management.

• Supports multi-tenancy for multi-layer administration.

• Supports AP grouping.

• Supports visualized topology.

• Supports NAT pass-through for remote AP management.

• Supports bridge mode AP-controller connection.

• Captive Portal support.

• Customizable Captive Portal login page.

• Supports local, POP3, RADIUS, LDAP, and voucher authentication.

• Built-in hotspot manager for voucher creation and guest management.

• Rate limiting and bandwidth control for guest and hotspot portal.

• Auto output power control.

• Auto channel selection.

• Self-healing around failed access points.

• Band steering and L2 roaming.

• Bandwidth optimization.

• Rogue AP detection.

• Firmware and module online check.

• Firmware update and configuration update scheduling.

• Suitable for offices, schools, hotels, retailers, branches, and multi-site wireless networks.

• Product Type: Central Wi-Fi Management Software Controller

• Brand: D-Link

• Model: CWM-100

• Maximum Managed APs: Up to 1000 Access Points

• Management Interface: Web-Based User Interface

• Installation Platform: Microsoft Windows Computer / Server

• Supported Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows 7 / 10, Windows Server 2008 / 2012

• Recommended System for 1000 APs: Intel Core i5 3.2GHz, 4GB RAM, 2TB Hard Drive

• WLAN Management Features: AP Grouping, Multi-Tenancy, Visualized Topology, NAT Pass-Through

• AP-Controller Connection Mode: Bridge Mode

• Guest Portal: Captive Portal

• Authentication Methods: Local, POP3, RADIUS, LDAP, Voucher

• Hotspot Features: Voucher-Based Authentication, Hotspot Manager, Guest Management, Rate Limiting, Bandwidth Control

• RF Management: Auto Output Power Control, Auto Channel, Self-Healing Around Failed APs

• Multiple SSIDs per Radio: 8

• Advanced Wireless Features: Band Steering, L2 Roaming, Bandwidth Optimization

• WIDS System: Rogue AP Detection

• System Management: Firmware Online Check, Module Online Check, Firmware Update Scheduling, Configuration Update Scheduling

• Supported Access Point Models Listed: DAP-3662, DAP-3320, DAP-2695, DAP-2660, DAP-2610/A1, DAP-2360/B1, DAP-2310/B1, DAP-2230

• Deployment Options: Local Server, Remote Management, Multi-Site Deployment, Multi-Tenant Deployment

• Updated: April 2016

• Centralized management for D-Link wireless access points.

• Multi-site Wi-Fi management for companies and branches.

• Guest Wi-Fi management using Captive Portal.

• Hotels, schools, universities, retailers, offices, and corporate buildings.

• Managed wireless service provider deployments.

• Remote AP monitoring and configuration.

• Wireless network optimization using auto channel and power control.

• Creating separated SSIDs and access control for staff, guests, and different departments.

• Reducing the cost of hardware-based wireless controllers.

• Recommended for projects using compatible D-Link access points that need centralized wireless management without expensive hardware controller licensing.

• Suitable for offices, schools, hotels, retail branches, corporate buildings, and multi-site wireless networks.

• Best used when the client needs AP grouping, multi-tenant administration, Captive Portal, voucher access, RADIUS / LDAP authentication, RF optimization, bandwidth control, and remote browser-based management.

• For new projects, Connect Gates recommends checking the compatibility list carefully and considering newer Nuclias Connect solutions when using newer D-Link access point models.