Complete the following tasks before you install the AP.
Site Survey
Before you install the AP, perform a site survey and create a coverage map to identify and address potential issues.
Ask yourself the following questions:
What is the purpose of the WLAN?
What applications will be used over the WLAN?
Who will use the WLAN?
What devices will be connecting to the WLAN?
Are there any mounting or aesthetic restrictions?
Consider the following items as you plan your deployment:
Capacity and coverage requirements.
Existing issues such as RF interference and dead zones.
Existing networks or devices that can interfere with your network. There could be interference from floors above and below, or from outside sources such as nearby office buildings.
