Wireless Network Manager Release Notes
Version 4.5.0
September 2024
Important
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SonicWall Wireless Network Manager components must be registered on MySonicWall to enable full functionality and the benefits of Wireless Network Manager services, updates, and technical support. Log in or register for a MySonicWall account at https://mysonicwall.com.
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Standard SonicWave access points include Secure WiFi wireless cloud and support services. Additional advanced wireless cloud and security subscription services, including Capture ATP, Content Filtering Service, Cloud Gateway Anti-Virus, and Geo-IP and Botnet Security Services are available for purchase separately at MySonicWall. After logging in, navigate to Product Management > My Products.
Compatibility and Installation Notes
The following compatibility and installation notes apply to this release of Wireless Network Manager.
Browser Requirements
For Wireless Network Manager use the latest browser with HTML5 support.
Supported SonicWave Access Points
Wireless Network Manager 4.4.1 is supported for the following SonicWall SonicWave wireless access points:
| SonicWave 200 Series | SonicWave 400 Series | SonicWave 600 Series |
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The SonicWave access points require the following minimum SonicWave firmware build levels:
- For SonicWave 200 Series, the minimum build level is 9.2.5.0-8.
- For SonicWave 400 Series, the minimum build level is 9.1.5.0-8.
- For SonicWave 600 Series, the minimum build level is 9.6.5.0-8.
Supported SonicWall Switches
Wireless Network Manager 4.4.1 is supported for the following SonicWall Switches:
| Switch SWS12 Series | Switch SWS14 Series |
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Switch management support requires SonicWall Switch firmware version 1.3.0-3 or later.
What's New
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Switch Daylight (DST) configuration: Wireless Network Manager now supports DST configuration in switch which will enable switches to automatically adjust switch time as per DST settings.
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Simplified device on-boarding: New work-flow to on-board device in Wireless Network Manager from the Devices page by moving device to the desired zone.
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Audit log enhancements: Wireless Network Manager now stores audit logs for 365 days. We have also fixed several bugs in the audit log area to ensure that all user activity is captured in WNM audit logs.
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New WNM workflow for VLAN creation and Port Assignments: Wireless Network Manager has a new workflow for VLAN creation and port assignments. We are introducing a VLAN object and switch port policy, simplifying creating and assignment of the same VLAN to multiple switches.
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MSSP Monthly program for AP and Switches: Wireless Network Manager supports service provider monthly program. WNM will be able to understand monthly licenses provisioned in MSW and enable the capability for AP and Switches as per the provisioned licenses.
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UX improvements: Wireless Network Manager provides options to keep the UX consistent. Security Policy is moved under Policies and all WNM objects are grouped under new menu option Object.
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Alert enhancements: Ability to configure instant or near real-time email alerts for conditions that requires immediate attention. Users can customize the list of email addresses to send notifications.
Resolved Issues
| Issue ID | Issue Description |
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| WSC-5542 | The WNM Audit Log does not display the edits done on the General/Notifcation/QOS policies page. |
| WSC-5519 | The WNM Audit Log does not display the Location edits done. |
| WSC-5498 | The SAML guest access is not working on the SonicWave 600 series. |
| WSC-5380 | The custom logo is not getting displayed on the report. |
| WSC-5330 | The Group for link aggregation can't be configured to switch, if 802.1x for same port is Auto configured. |
| WSC-5281 | The WNM Log does not display the SNMP policy edits done. |
| WSC-5047 | The TCP Flags and ToS related configurations are not getting applied to the local switch. |
| WSC-5027 | The WNM SNTP Log does not display the SNTP information edits done. |
| WSC-4667 | When you provide letters in the Destination IP for the Static Route (IPV4), there is no response. |
| WSC-4565 | Connected client does not display the Topology on the Report. |
Known Issues
| Issue ID | Issue Description |
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| WSC-5704 | The WNM Log does not display the VLAN Object edits done. |
| WSC-5703 | The WNM Log does not display the Switch Port Policy edits done. |
| WSC-5696 | The AP/Switch status does not get updated unless the user update it manually on the Wireless Network Manager dashboard. |
Additional References
WSC-5427, WSC-5301
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