If you manage a network, chances are good that you’ve been asked to provide onsite Wi-Fi surveys. And if you haven’t been asked yet, it’s probably only a matter of time. Onsite Wi-Fi surveys involve walking around a site with a laptop or mobile device to measure signal indicators and identify dead zones. They can be time-consuming, but they’re essential for ensuring that employees and customers have the best possible experience with your Wi-Fi network. In this blog post, we’ll give you some tips on how to conduct an onsite Wi-Fi survey.
What is an onsite Wi-Fi survey and why do you need one for your business premises?
Onsite Wi-Fi surveys are a critical tool for businesses when it comes to gauging the performance of their Wi-Fi networks. By leveraging Wi-Fi Ekahau software and tools, which offers an easy to-use platform that combines Wi-Fi survey capabilities with real-time capacity and coverage measurement, these powerful tools can be used to benchmark current Wi-Fi network performance. They also provide data to help plan future Wi-Fi network deployments. Onsite Wi-Fi surveys help businesses to:
- Optimize Wi-Fi deployments.
- Understand user needs and use cases.
- Identify potential issues proactively.
- Ensure the best possible user experience across multiple devices and users.
How to carry out an onsite Wi-Fi survey using a laptop, tablet, or smartphone?
Performing an onsite Wi-Fi survey with a laptop, tablet or smartphone can be achieved in several simple steps. Ekahau is one of the most commonly used applications to carry out such surveys. Ekahau offers various tools that can easily detect signal strength levels and interference sources while plotting them onto maps. It is also useful for accommodating multiple networks and performing predictive analysis. Ekahau includes all the necessary items such as reporting capabilities and recommendations based on results of the Wi-Fi survey. Additionally, Ekahau supports the 2.4Ghz, 5Ghz, and 6GHz frequency bands which helps users to identify optimal channels for each network. By using Ekahau, users can spend less time troubleshooting as they are able to confirm environmental changes while ensuring a stable Wi-Fi experience.
How to interpret the results of your onsite Wi-Fi survey?
Once your Wi-Fi survey has been completed, it’s time to interpret the results. Start by highlighting any areas of low Wi-Fi strength. This means that in these areas Wi-Fi signals are not reaching all users. Once you have identified these problem areas, you should refer to the documentation on Wi-Fi Ekahau for more detailed data and insights. From there, you can set about making changes aimed at improving Wi-Fi coverage in the relevant areas, such as installing additional access points or changing their position.
What to do if you find problems with your business premises’ Wi-Fi network?
If you find problems with your business premises’ Wi-Fi network, the most sensible option is to upgrade the system. This means replacing older equipment with more efficient and powerful routers, switches, and access points that are designed for better performance. High-quality components should also be implemented to ensure optimal performance of the network. Additionally, it may be beneficial to upgrade wiring and cabling in order to maintain a stable connection and reduce downtime of the entire system. A professional IT support team can help identify specific areas needing improvement and suggest ways to upgrade efficiently. Taking these proactive steps will ensure that your business premises’ Wi-Fi network runs at its peak performance.
Tips for getting the most accurate results from your onsite Wi-Fi survey.
There are several tips that can be followed in order to ensure an accurate Wi-Fi survey. When conducting the survey, it is important to conduct multiple iterations. This increases the chance of finding rogue Wi-Fi devices that may be interfering with the desired Wi-Fi performance. Secondly, Ekahau Sidekick can be used to increase precision and accuracy. It is a Wi-Fi surveying device that captures Wi-Fi data four times more accurately than most smartphones and tablets. Furthermore, when conducting a survey, it is recommended to set up surveys at an optimal distance from active access points (APs). By making sure of this, it can limit interference resulting in better accuracy for collected Wi-Fi data.
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