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RF survey - setting max power to match least capable client

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  • 1.  RF survey - setting max power to match least capable client

    Posted Aug 20, 2015 12:09 PM

    Hi,

     

    I need some clarfication on iAP trasmit power to match that of the client device for a pre instal survey.

    The iAP power is set using an EIRP value and we are given a mW rating for the client device (30mW).

    I understand the calculation that goes into EIRP and that 30mW is equivelant to 15dBm. Is it as simple as setting the EIRP value to 15? Or am I missing some important math?

     

    Thanks,

     



  • 2.  RE: RF survey - setting max power to match least capable client
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    EMPLOYEE
    Posted Aug 20, 2015 12:11 PM

    - Setting the power to the range of your clients is a good starting point.  It is not necessarily a hard-and-fast rule.

    - You are correct on your power assumption.  You would set it to 15, yes.