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„RF neighborhood

„Transmitters (heard by this radio)

„Listeners (who heard this radio)

„Neighbors

„BSSID to SSID mapping

„Channel

„RSSI

Statistics collected for the RF environment provides data on a per-channel basis. You can view noise levels, cyclic redundancy check (CRC) and PHY errors, packet retransmissions and percent utilization.

Data collected for the RF neighborhood displays the neighboring radios. This information can be viewed as a list of radios heard by a particular radio, as well as a list of radios who can hear a particular radio.

You also can display trending information on a per-radio basis. Trending collects radio statistics and charts them on a time basis. For example, you could display average throughput rates for the previous 30 days, week, or day. You can display and print the charts from 3WXM, as well as generate a report.

Client Monitoring Client monitoring provides current and historical information about the clients using your network, including client activity, watch list clients, current client sessions, and the ability to locate clients at your site. 3WXM displays the data that WX switches collect on user sessions—either for a single user, users associated with a MAP, users associated with a specific radio, or users added to a watch list.

By viewing monitoring information for a user or a group of users, you can troubleshoot problems originating from bandwidth constraints or roaming patterns. You can collect statistics and view reports on:

„Client associations, authentication, and authorization failures

„Client activity, such as roaming and successful authorization

„Current session status, location history, and statistics

„Specifics on users over a period of time; information can be gathered up to 30 days for session status, location history, client errors, and client activity on users you place on the watch list

If you use 3WXM RF Planning, you also can display the approximate geographic locations of clients.

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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.

One of the standout features of the WX2200 is its dual-radio architecture, which supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands. This enables users to experience improved performance and reduced interference, ensuring that devices can connect smoothly without experiencing lag. With support for the 802.11n standard, the WX2200 facilitates high-speed wireless connectivity, offering data rates of up to 300 Mbps per radio. This provides a powerful solution for environments with numerous users and devices, from retail spaces to educational institutions.

Moreover, the WX2200 is equipped with advanced technologies like MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output), which enhances throughput and range. This feature allows the access point to utilize multiple antennas for both transmission and reception, significantly improving the performance in multipath environments. The result is a more stable connection, with improved coverage and reduced dead spots.

Another key characteristic of the WX2200 is its seamless integration into larger networks. It supports a unified management architecture that allows IT administrators to easily monitor and manage multiple access points from a centralized platform. This capability is crucial for ensuring consistent performance across various locations and for handling firmware updates and configuration changes efficiently.

Security is also a prime consideration in the design of the WX2200. It incorporates WPA2 encryption and supports various authentication methods, including 802.1X, ensuring that sensitive data remains protected throughout the wireless network. The access point also features guest access capabilities, allowing visitors to connect seamlessly without compromising the security of the main network.

Furthermore, the WX2200 is designed with scalability in mind, enabling businesses to expand their wireless networks as needed. With its capability to support a multitude of concurrent users, the WX2200 can easily adapt to growing demands and changeable environments.

In summary, the 3Com WX2200 is a versatile and powerful wireless access point that leverages advanced technologies to provide seamless connectivity, impressive performance, and robust security. Its dual-band capabilities, MIMO technology, unified management system, and scalability make it an ideal choice for any forward-thinking organization seeking to enhance its network infrastructure.