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Tuning in to Wireless

12/27/2006

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Have user instructions available early.

  • If you broadcast secure service set identifiers (SSIDs), people will try to connect to them and will get frustrated if they don’t have configuration instructions available.
  • Use web links, e-mails, and handouts to instruct clients to configure their laptops.
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You’ll need good third-party management software.

  • You’ll want a single point of control to monitor users and devices, configure infrastructure, and diagnose problems.
  • You may need a system that will work in both single- and multivendor environments (such as AirWave’s Management Platform).
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Get more value from the network.

  • Create wireless-enabled labs and lounges for student collaboration.
  • Encourage the use of wireless laptops in the classrooms.
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Budget more than you think you’ll need!

  • As you uncover holes in coverage that were not identified in the site survey, you may need more APs than you planned.
  • Build in plans to upgrade to new standards.

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