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Using RF Measurements from an Ekahau Site Survey

RF measurements come from a site survey file generated by the Ekahau Site Survey tool. To perform a site survey:

„In 3WXM—View your RF coverage area.

„In 3WXM—Generate a site survey work order, specifying the area you want to survey. A JPEG (.jpeg, .jpg) file is generated.

„Import the generated JPEG file into the Ekahau Site Survey tool.

„Set the scale of the drawing.

„Perform the site survey. Walk through the area, taking measurements with the tool.

„Save the RF measurements in the Ekahau Site Survey tool to a file in comma-separated values (csv) format.

„In 3WXM—Import the csv file containing the RF measurements into 3WXM.

„In 3WXM—Optimize to correct attenuation factors.

The chapter guides you through the tasks you need to do in 3WXM. For information about tasks you need to do in the Ekahau Site Survey tool, please refer to the ESS tool’s documentation.

The site survey example in this chapter is based on the RF coverage area that follows. For information about displaying RF coverage areas, see “Displaying the RF Coverage Area” on page 189.

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WX2200 specifications

The 3Com WX2200 is a robust wireless access point designed to meet the demands of modern networking environments. Aimed at businesses looking for enhanced connectivity and efficient management, the WX2200 exemplifies reliability, performance, and advanced technology.

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