How do I know the AP name from the AP Command Line?

Summary

Learn how to check the Access Point (AP) name directly from its Command Line Interface (CLI). This is a simple yet useful command for troubleshooting and configuration tasks.

Question

How can I get the AP name from the AP Command Line?

Customer Environment

Ruckus Access Points AP-ZD, AP-SZ RuckusOne

Root Cause

When working in the AP CLI, you may need to identify the AP name for tasks such as configuring logging or matching the AP in the UI. While you can search by IP in the controller UI, it is quicker to retrieve the AP name directly from the CLI.

Resolution

Use the following AP CLI command to display the AP name:
rkscli: get device-name
device name : 'RuckusAP'
OK

The "get device-" command family provides various AP-related details
rkscli: get device-
Commands starting with 'get device-' :
get device-floor : get device-floor
                 -- Display device Floor/Altitude
get device-gps : get device-gps
                 -- Display device GPS coordinates
get device-location : get device-location
                 -- Show device location
get device-name : get device-name
                 -- Show device name

We can also change the AP name using this CLI example:
rkscli: set device-name KnowMyName
OK
rkscli: get device-name
device name : 'KnowMyName'
OK

Article Number:
000012033

Updated:
December 15, 2025 07:49 AM (15 days ago)

Tags:
Troubleshooting, Ruckus Cloud WiFi, Unleashed, ZoneFlex Indoor, ZoneFlex Outdoor

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