Wireless AP as controller

Is there a way to give one AP in a network the role of a "controller", so that basically all other APs will get their configuration or client authentication through the single device?
We have 12 autonomous APs and we are using MAC authentication as part of our security strategy.

As long as the AP's are in Autonomous mode.
Wireless Domain Services AP as an AAA Server Configuration Example
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/ps458/products_configuration_example09186a008059a559.shtml
Hope this helps.

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I've been trying to connect a standard black wireless Xbox 360 controller to my PC, a Dell Inspiron 17R Special Edition (what makes it special is a mystery to me, but that's the name) with the standard Play & Charge Kit.
I downloaded the drivers from Microsoft's website <http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/d/xbox-360-wireless-controller-for-windows>. Since there was no version for Windows 8.1, I downloaded the version for windows 7 (64-bit) and ran the installer
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Uninstall all the driver.
Download and install the latest driver,or,you may try the same to get via Windows Update.
You may post here:
http://forums.xbox.com/
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Does any one's iPhone w/ 2.0 disconnect their wireless Xbox 360 Controller while using the new apps?

I did actually have my Xbox 360 controller disconnect in the middle of a game for the first time yesterday. It was fully charged. My iPhone 3g was on and located within 5 feet of it, but it was not being used so I can't believe it'd be related.
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Hi Everyone,
Although I am not new to Cisco, I have somewhat limited experience with Wireless in general. I was hoping to get your help with the following:
We currently have a total of 8 1130AG, 4 on each floor. They were configured a few years ago, and now we are looking to update the design a bit. Each AP has its own SSID, and just provide internet access. Looking at the configuration, I noticed that they are not configured to use proper channels, just random channels (9, 10, 11, instead of 1, 6, 11, etc.). I noticed that when I roam between one AP to another, I lose about 4-8 pings before I re-establish connectivity again.
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3. Is it normal to loose connectivity roaming around?
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5. Which controller would you recommend?
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1. With 8 AP's only, a WLC would be nice-to-have but not necessary. You can configure WLSE and it will do some limited functions.
2. This depends on the signal strengths, wireless coverage and configuration. If you enable WLSE, for instance, and you have no wireless black spots, then roaming should be no issues.
3. See #2.
4. You can configure multiple SSID (up to 16 are broadcasted) but if one AP doesn't have the SSID you use for roaming, the association will drop when the client tries to join that particular AP. It's like mobile phone towers. If your carrier is not in the area, you sure won't be able to use your mobile phone in that area.
5. For 8 1130 APs, I'd recommend the smallest of the lot: 2106 with either 6, 12 or 25 AP licenses. I'd recommend you the 25 AP licenses. If your finances allow you something bigger, then consider either the 4402 (25 AP licenses) or the 5508.
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Can a wireless Xbox 360 controller work on a HP ENVY with Nvidia GE Force

iIs it possible to use my wireless Xbox controller on my laptop HP ENVY / Windows 8.1 64 bit / Nividia GE Force GT 740M gaming software . Also us it to play Xbox games from the windows store. I don't know which kind of controller to get . I want to be able to use the gaming on my laptop . I haven't been able to play yet. Or buy some of the games . Help me please !

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Good Day,
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