Map Types


ExtremeCloud IQ Site Engine allows you to create geographic and topology maps of devices and floorplans of wireless access points (APs) on your network.

To view maps, you must be a member of an authorization group assigned the OneView > Maps > Maps Read Access or Maps Read/Write Access capability.

Types of Maps

Using ExtremeCloud IQ Site Engine Maps, you can create three types of maps, each presenting a different visual representation of your network:

  • Topology (default) — A topology map shows how devices are connected in a network, specifically, the state and speed of the network connections between devices as well as the state of the devices in the network. You can also create a topology map with a background image, giving you additional information about the devices and connections that make up the network.

  • Floorplan — The floorplan map displays the location of APs in a floorplan you configure. Using information about the size and composition of the building, this map provides an overview of the coverage of wireless APs.

  • Geographic — The Geographic map shows a global or regional view where network locations are shown geographically. This map is useful for networks spread across large geographical areas or as a top-level map used to organize multiple networks in different locations.
  •   NOTE: The geographic map type is hosted by OpenStreetMap on an external server. For users with security concerns or if access to third-party servers is prohibited, use the topology map type.


After you create a map, you can then make it a site. Sites allow you to set a default configuration for devices added to your network.


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