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TIP-based OpenWiFi Controller V1.0R008 Major Update in 2025 Q3


Introduction

Asterfusion TIP OpenWiFi Controller is a cloud-native enterprise-class management platform designed for unified wired and wireless network operations. Based on the Telecom Infra Project (TIP) OpenWiFi standard, it enables open, vendor-neutral, and scalable WLAN deployment with seamless interoperability across third-party OpenWiFi-compatible devices.
With support for both cloud and on-premise deployment, the controller provides centralized configuration, zero-touch provisioning (ZTP), and real-time network monitoring. Through open APIs and automation, it simplifies large-scale network rollout while ensuring flexibility and investment protection for future innovations in open networking.

Supported Asterfusion TIP openWiFi Controller Models

CategoryModelSpecificationRemarks
CX-M SwitchesCX732Q-M-H32 * 400G QSFP-DD
2 * 10G SFP+
3.2 Tbps
For more models, pls refer to Product Page
CX-M SwitchesCX308P-48Y-M-H8 * 100G QSFP28
48 * 25G SFP28
2.0 Tbps
For more models, pls refer to Product Page
Access PointsAP7030 WiFi 7 Tri-Band
Support OpenWiFi
For more models, pls refer to Product Page
Access PointsAP6020-F Dual-band GPON WiFi 6
Support OpenWiFi
For more models, pls refer to Product Page
RoutersET2508Marvell OCTEON 10 CN102
Based on AsterNOS-VPP
4 x 10GE, 4 x 2.5GE and 8 x 1GE
For more models, pls refer to Product Page
RoutersET3616-4P4SMarvell OCTEON 10 CN103
Based on AsterNOS-VPP
4 x 100GE QSFP28,
4 x 10GE SFP+
For more models, pls refer to Product Page

Ⅰ. New Features and Enhancements in OpenWiFi Controller V1.0R008

Authentication and Account Management

Support for OAuth 2.0 Authentication
Asterfusion follows the open-standard OpenID Connect framework based on OAuth 2.0 authentication, allowing users to securely log in through third-party Identity Providers (IdPs) without entering passwords directly in the controller. Currently, Asterfusion supports the following commonly used IdPs: Google, Microsoft, GitHub, and Feishu.

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Network Topology Recognition

1. Support for Layer 2 MCLAG Scenarios
OpenWiFi controller supports MCLAG-based topology deployment, ensuring high service reliability and link redundancy for servers in the data center network.

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2. Support for CSV-Based Topology Import
By defining device roles, interconnection interfaces, and other parameters in a CSV file, users can import the file with a single click, and the controller will automatically generate the corresponding network topology.

3. Automated Topology Comparison
After importing the planned topology, the controller can compare it with the live network topology, identify discrepancies, and highlight the differences for quick analysis and correction.

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Operations and Visualization

1. Support for Customizable WebUI Dashboards:
Users can customize dashboard layouts to improve monitoring and operational experience.

2. AP Details Page:
Displays SSID and associated wireless clients.

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3. Optical Modules Monitoring
Supports monitoring of optical module power and related parameters.

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4. NTP Server Status:
Supports viewing the status of NTP services.

Devices and Platforms

  • Newly Supported Access Points: AP7151, AP7150, AP5020-F, AP6020-F
  • AP Authentication Fallback: Ensures service continuity if the RADIUS server becomes unreachable.

DHCP Capabilities

  • DHCP Server Management and Configuration
  • Status Reporting and Alerts, including MAC/IP binding

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Ⅱ. Resolved Issues in OpenWiFi Controller V1.0R008

The following issues have been addressed, including but not limited to:
  • Device/Client Display Consistency: Fixed incorrect MAC display for APs in the live topology.
  • Operations: Resolved alarm flooding issues that could cause feature failures and fixed inconsistencies in alarm reporting.
For a complete list of fixes, please refer to the full release notes.

Ⅲ. Software Availability

Finding the Software Version

ReleaseImage NameMD5
OpenWiFi Controller V1.0R008controller_V1.0_R08.bin2a7fd29b03db6a33ea37e36bff745c46
OpenWiFi Controller V1.0R008controller_V1.0_R08_arm.bin99658a33225972f1000bc153b0467840
OpenWiFi Controller V1.0R008CX-M-SW-2025.09.08-00212.bin4ea47103670c9870035142dbb7094f2f
Ucentral client for switch
To download software images, visit the software downloads page: Community in www.asternos.com

Ⅳ. Troubleshooting & Online

For more detailed troubleshooting information, please visit our Support Portal.

Ⅴ. Support & Contact Information

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