Convert Ruckus AP from Unleashed to ZoneDirector-managed

Here is the method to convert a Ruckus Unleashed AP to one which can be managed by a Ruckus ZoneDirector controller:

- Login to https://support.ruckuswireless.com/

- Click "Downloads"

- Choose the correct product, e.g. Ruckus R550

- Choose a "standalone" version along the lines of 118.2.0.0.875.bl7 or something similar

- Agree to terms and download the software

- Connect to the AP's IP address

- It should open the setup wizard, showing "Unleashed Installation"

- Click "Local Upgrade"

- Choose the firmware image file you just downloaded

- It will upload, process, and then be ready for upgrade when you click "Yes"

- After this, the ZD should detect the new AP

- The new AP will then need to be approved

- The new AP will then be upgraded to the correct software by the ZD

- The new AP will then reboot and should be ready to use

- Don't forget that, for the ZD to even detect, let alone manage the new AP, it must have enough licenses

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