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Site Survey Administrator Guide
AirConnect Wireless Network Trial 

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AirConnect Wireless Network Trial

Before using the AirConnect Site Survey utility, an AirConnect wireless LAN infrastructure is created to test AirConnect component radio signal strength.

In addition to the AirConnect Site Survey utility, the following equipment is required to create an AirConnect wireless network:

To install a trial AirConnect wireless network, use the following procedure.

  1. Mount the APs.
  2. Mount APs at the locations recommended on the floor plan drawing. Start with the most difficult coverage area first. Position the APs so that their antennas are not obstructed.
  3. Power on the APs.
  4. Use the PowerBASE-T and interconnecting 8-wire CAT 5 cable if an AC wall socket is not conveniently located.
  5. Observe AP LED behavior.
  6. Check the LEDs to verify normal boot operation. After the boot cycle is complete, the STATUS LED flashes approximately once every second to indicate that the AP is operating properly.
  7. Power on the AirConnect wireless clients to be used for the site survey.
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    NOTE: The AirConnect Site Survey utility should already be loaded on the AirConnect mobile devices used to perform the survey.

    When the device is powered on, a message indicating the AP is not connected to a boot server will be displayed. This is normal, since the AP is not yet connected to an Ethernet network.
  9. Set the AirConnect AP and wireless client Network IDs.
  10. Set the wireless client(s) and AP to the same Net ID.
    An AirConnect wireless network now exists and can be tested for radio transmission effectiveness with the AirConnect Site Survey utility.