Wi-Fi installation involves positioning access points and antennas in the facility. Mounting access points, antennas and range extenders higher from the ground usually results in better Wi-Fi signal propagation. Installation is the most physically demanding phase of a wireless project because ladders or lifts may be required to gain access to ceiling areas.
The Wi-Fi Installation process
Some of the activities that will take place during wireless network installation include:
- Mounting of access points
- Mounting of range extenders
- Mounting of antennas
- Connection of antennas to access points
- Connection of Backbone LAN to access points
- Connection of power to access points
- Verification of Wi-Fi coverage
- Configuration
of access points and hardware to
include:
- Proper firmware level
- Radio information (system ID, channel, bit rate)
- IP addresses (provided by customer)
- Verification
of backbone connectivity:
- Ping access points
- Ping Hosts
Cabling and power runs should be completed and tested prior to the installation of the access points. After wireless network installation, testing for proper operation and coverage may indicate the need to move access points and possibly use different settings. Finally, documentation on all the system hardware and software will be provided to the IT staff as an aid to be used when supporting the operational system.
