Wireless Site survey Flashcards
Site Survey Definition?
The process of spectrum and coverage analysis with the intention of planning a WLAN
- Coverage analysis
- Interference source identification
- Placement and configuration of devices
WLAN Site Survey Interview?
The site survey interview is conducted to determine the needs of the target organization
Customer Briefing?
Provides an overview of wireless networking and how it really works from a business perspective
- A site suMobility advantages discussed
- Bandwidth and throughput limitations
- Need for rvey
Business Requirements?
Applications used
Types of Users
Types of Devices
Applications Used?
Real time
High Volume
Standard business apps
Types of Users?
Internal
Guest
Types of devices?
Laptops/desktops
Tablets/mobile phones
Capacity and coverage requirements?
Capacity is a reference to capabilities
Coverage is a reference to availability
Followings related to capacity?
Data applications User density Peak on/off use Existing transmitters Portability vs mobility Backwards compatibility
Existing Wireless Network?
Current problems Sources of RF interference Coverage dead zones Prior site survey data Currently installed equipment
Infrastructure Connectivity?
Roaming Wiring Closets Antenna Structure Hubs/Switches PoE Segmentation Naming Convention User management Infrastructure management
Security?
Expectations
- AAA requirements
- WIDS and WIPS
- Compliance
Guest Access
- Captive portal
- VLAN separation
Documents and Reports?
Blueprints Topographic map Network topology diagram Security credentials Interview checklist Installation checklist Equipment checklist
Deliverables?
Purpose statement Spectrum analysis RF Coverage analysis Hardware placement and configuration Performance analysis
Additional Reports?
Vendor recommendations Implementation Diagrams Bill of Materials Project Schedule and Costs Security Solution Recommendations Wireless Policy Recommendations Training Recommendations
