Automatically Add Simulated Devices

Before you begin

Create a network hierarchy with at least one location, building, and floor.

About this task

Use this task to automatically add simulated devices to your network to plan deployment and determine future needs. To manually place devices, see Manually Add Simulated Devices.

Procedure

  1. Select the type of connectivity you want from the drop-down list under AUTO PLAN FOR.
  2. Select AUTO PLACE, or enter more parameters by expanding the More tab.
    If you select a connectivity type and then select AUTO PLACE, ExtremeCloud IQ calculates the number and placement of devices and the radio band, channel width, device type, and signal strength settings based on the type of connectivity you selected. Expand the More tab, to enter these settings yourself and have ExtremeCloud IQ calculate based on your choices.
  3. Select AUTO PLACE.
    Target coverage is one factor that determines the number of devices ExtremeCloud IQ automatically places. For example, for coverage with a signal strength of -50 dBm, ExtremeCloud IQ places multiple devices on the map to ensure adequate coverage. A lower signal strength, such as -70 dBm, requires fewer devices.

Results

ExtremeCloud IQ places simulated devices on your floor plan in the locations determined to be optimal for the type of wireless network you selected. You can now move these devices around, add known obstructions, and view heat maps for each device.