Configuring IDS Settings

The IDS Settings section provides options for configuring wireless intrusion detection on the internal wireless network. These settings include controls for identifying rogue access points, specifying trusted access points, and scheduling IDS scans. Together, they support the detection of unauthorized devices and enhance the security of the wireless environment.

To configure IDS Settings

1. Navigate to the DEVICE | Internal Wireless > IDS > Settings.

2. In the IDS Settings section, select the schedule for the IDS scan from the Schedule IDS Scan drop-down menu. By default, the schedule ID scan is disabled.

   To create a new schedule, select Create New Schedule. For more information, refer to Creating an IDS Scan Schedule.

Creating an IDS Scan Schedule

To create a new schedule

1. From the Schedule IDS Scan drop-down menu, select Create New Schedule.

   

2. In the Schedule Name field, enter a descriptive name.

3. Select the one pf the following Schedule Type:

   • Once:
     • Only the Start Time and End Time fields are available.
     • Use the drop-down menus in the Once section to specify the start and end times for the IDS scan.
   • Recurring:

     • Additional fields appear for scheduling a repeating event.

     • Under Select Day, choose one or more days for the scan, or select Select All.

     • Enter a Start Time and a Stop Time using 24‑hour format.

     • Select Add to include the schedule in the Schedule List.

     • To delete an entry, select Delete this Schedule on the corresponding row.

     • To remove all entries, select Delete All at the top of the list.

   • Mixed:

     • All fields for both Once and Recurring scheduling are available.

4. Click Save to add this schedule to the Schedule IDS Scan drop-down list.