CAM5000
Abloomy’s WiFi solution supports traditional on-premises WLAN architectures. In this scenario, CAM plays the role of a traditional wireless controller. It not only provides all the functions of a traditional WiFi controller such as network management and optimization, NAC and other wireless security functions but also provides portal, authentication, and wifi marketing functions. With firewall, NAT, VPN and routing functionalities, CAM also works as a network gateway to simultaneously manage access control for both wired and wireless networks.
Compared to normal wireless controllers, CAM enables plug-and-play AP setup with its built-in zero-touch provisioning function. This simplifies deployment and setup of a large-scale WLAN like a campus network. Also, unlike traditional wireless controllers, CAM is a multi-tenant device, which makes it possible to set up multiple isolated virtual WiFi networks used by different customers in a shared wireless coverage environment, like a multi-tenant business building covered by an ISP’s WiFi service. Deep visibility and self-optimization features guarantee network performance and stability, while role-based network access control and anti-attack functions ensure security. When used in retail markets, CAM also offers abundant WiFi marketing tools.
Highlights
Plug-and-Play
Both Abloomy APs and VSMs support zero-touch provisioning. When an AP or VSM registers in the cloud platform, the platform will push predefined configurations to the device, avoiding on-site work.
Scalable Network Architecture
Abloomy adapts a distributed WiFi network architecture based on our Smart-Edge technology, creating a flexible, modularized management system for both network functions and applications. The distributed VSM layer can be scaled seamlessly and automatically creates N+N redundancy backups.
RF Channel Optimization
Interference in WLAN radio affects AP’s normal operation. The Abloomy platform optimizes AP’s radio allocation through adaptive channel selection, avoiding interference from neighboring APs.
Seamless Roaming
The Abloomy centralized architecture easily allows roaming. The CSP series controller supports roaming across subnets without re-authentication.
Multiple Authentication Methods
Multiple authentication methods are included, such as Facebook, Google+, 802.1X, username and password, non-authentication, automatic authentication and more. After the first SMS/Social media authentication, subsequent access does not require authentication, which not only improves the user experience, but also saves on SMS expenses.
URL Access Control
The VSM can capture and filter browsed URL information based on firewall policies from the CSP.
Role Based Access Control
Role based access control is the main advantage of Abloomy products. The platform can define different levels of access roles and authorize differentiated services for the users.
Flexible Data Forwarding
Based on the policies, the data forwarding can be done either locally by AP or centrally by VSM.
Ads and Content Operation
Abundant portal templates are available for customers to customize their ad page. The customer can use single page or multi-page portals to present more information.
By caching content locally, customers can save bandwidth by embedding content URL links in the portal page
and enabling their Wi-Fi users to locally access videos, articles, and apps, creating a much better user experience. Meanwhile, the backend system will record statistics on viewed and downloaded content to better understand user preferences and fine-tune marketing strategies.
Social Media Operation
Social media integration improves the interactions and relationships between businesses and customers, building up long-term marketing strategies.
Hardware Compare
| Model | CAM5000 |
| Appearance |  |
| Interface | 6*10/100/1000 Ethernet ports 1 * console, serial interface , RJ45 2* USB ports |
| Dimension | 1U |
| APs Limit | 1024 |
| AP License Options | 16, 32, 64,128, 256, 512，1024 |
| Power Supply | 100-240V AC |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C~40°C (32°F~104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C~80°C (-68°F~176°F) |
| Humidity | 10% ~ 90% non-condensing |
Specifications
Software | |
AC Discovery | Broadcast discovery |
RF | Support AP and probe mode |
Data Forwarding Mode | Central forwarding mode |
Roaming | L2 roaming between APs |
Network Protocol | Policy routing |
Encryption | Open system |
Authentication | Radius Server |
Security | Hidden SSID, Rouge AP detection |
Access Management | Automatically disconnect idle traffic user |
Load balance | Load balance based on user |
Firewall | Stateful Firewall |
NAT | SNAT |
Content Platform | APP distributed as a content |
Ads Module | Multiple built-in Portal templates |
Logs and Alerts | Local logs, external log server |
System Management | WEB, SSH, Console |
