1. Plan

A successful WiFi deployment starts with a detailed plan phase.

This phase begins with gathering initial specifications such as WiFi coverage, number of clients, types of devices and defining critical business applications.

Services available in the "Plan Phase" are WiFi consultancy, network and WiFi surveys.

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2. Design

Combining the initial customer specification and information gathered during planning we can start the consultative detailed design phase.

Coverage, capacity, applications, security are just some of the key elements taken into consideration for our designs while capturing the future aspirations of the network.

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3. Integrate

Experience is the key element to success when installing and integrating wireless networks and with nearly 15 years’ experience there isn't a lesson we haven’t learnt.

Our engineers are extensively trained in physical installations, working at height, health and safety and they have active involvement in continually improving our processes. We have performed installations across Europe in the most complex of environments from manufacturing plants, warehousing, corporate offices, high streets and shopping malls.

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4. Optimise

Validate the installed WiFi network against specifications and refine configurations for optimum performance.

Optimising ensures what was detailed in the planning and design phases have been delivered on. Taking the results from a validation survey and fine tuning adjustment as required.

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5. Maintain

Upon successful project completion it is time to maintain.

Maintenance ensures the ongoing performance and support required by networks. Maintenance services are tailored to each specific network and customer need.

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Unlicensed Frequencies - If 5GHz Safe?

These solutions are popular as they will only have the initial CAPEX expenditure and the only OPEX would be ongoing support which is typically an optional requirement. There's also a lot of throughput to be gained using these unlicensed frequencies with some manufactures boasting up to 876Mbps raw throughput.

AIRSPACE AWARE

When looking for a wireless bridge or a point to multipoint solution in the unlicensed frequency ranges it is advised that the 5GHz spectrum be used. 2.4GHz has become saturated over the years, with only three usable channels it leaves itself open to interference from many other 2.4GHz networks and products in the surrounding areas. 5GHz will have many more usable channels at its disposal which is less prone to interference however if you are looking to install your bridge in a built-up area whether residential, industrial, town or city centre careful planning is needed. It is not enough to have line of site and good mounting positions as 5GHz is now widely used and built up areas are becoming more and more crowded. Some decent solutions will have analysis tools built into the GUI (Graphical User Interface) however for untrained engineers it is highly recommended that a thorough professional survey be completed or at least advice is sought before a purchase is made. If you choose a professional survey this will give valuable information that will potentially save money in the long run by arming you with the knowledge needed to make an informed decision on which solution will work for you.

If you find the area is saturated and an unlicensed solution cannot be used a licenced solution will be required. 70Ghz and 80Ghz licenced products are becoming more common place as these frequencies only require a lite licence to use. These are typically in the enterprise to carrier class budget brackets however if the link is critical for you or for your business it will be worth the additional cost and the piece of mind.

For further information on the 5GHz frequencies part one of the follow blog written by Darren Gauntlett will prove very useful: 5GHz Frequencies

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