Chapter 2: Site Planning Basics
Chapter 3: Environmental Evaluation
Determining the Environment Type
Wireless RF Coverage Considerations and Questionnaire
Determining the Deployment Model
Capacity Model (High Bandwidth)
Coverage Model (Low Bandwidth)
Upgrading from an Existing 802.11abg Network to 802.11n
Mixing 802.11n and 802.11a/b/g APs
Chapter 4: Access Point and Antenna Selection
AP and Antenna Selection Process
Application and RF Band Requirements
2.4 GHz Only vs. Dual-Band Capable APs
Internal vs. External Antennas
Omnidirectional and Directional Antennas
Antenna Beamwidth, Pattern, and Gain Considerations
Understanding Antenna Pattern Plots and Specifications
Chapter 6: Virtual Surveys Using VisualRF Plan 36
Case Study: Planning the PoC Lab Facility Using VisualRF Plan
Creating a Campus, Building, and Floor
Chapter 7: Physical Site Survey
Case Study: Planning the PoC Lab Facility with an Active Survey
Appendix A: Using Aruba Instant in a Physical Site Survey
Configuring the IAP for Survey Use
Appendix B: Physical Site Survey Tool Kit