Configuring XML API Interface
The XMLExtensible Markup Language. XML is a markup language that defines a set of rules for encoding documents in a format that is both human-readable and machine-readable. APIApplication Programming Interface. Refers to a set of functions, procedures, protocols, and tools that enable users to build application software. interface allows Instant APs to communicate with an external server. The communication between Instant AP and an external server through XML API Interface includes the following steps:
An API command is issued in the XML format from the server to the virtual controller.
The virtual controller processes the XML request and identifies where the client is and sends the command to the correct slave Instant AP.
Once the operation is completed, the virtual controller sends the XML response to the XML server.
The administrators can use the response and take appropriate action to suit their requirements. The response from the virtual controller is returned using the predefined formats.
To configure XML API for servers, complete the following steps:
1. In the app, set the filter to select a group or a device.
2. Under , click .
3. Click the icon. The tabs to configure access points is displayed
4. Click , and click . The Services page is displayed.
5. Go to > .
6. Click to add a new XML API server.
7. Enter a name for the XML API server in the text box.
8. Enter the IP address of the XML API server in the text box.
9. Enter the subnetSubnet is the logical division of an IP network. mask of the XML API server in the text box.
10. Enter a passcode in the text box, to enable authorized access to the XML API Server.
11. Re-enter the passcode in the box.
12. To add multiple entries, repeat the procedure.
13. Click .
14. Click .
15. To edit or delete the server entries, use the and buttons, respectively.
For information on adding an XML API request, see Aruba Instant User Guide.
