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RoamAbout Client Utility
RoamAbout Client Utility
The RoamAbout Client Utility is a diagnostic tool for RoamAbout wireless networks. The
RoamAbout Client Utility is included on the RoamAbout 802.11 PC Card Drivers and
Utilities CD-ROM, or you can download it from the RoamAbout Wireless web site. Refer
to the RoamAbout 802.11 PC Card Drivers and Utilities Setup and Installation Guide for
setup and installation information.
Use the Client Utility to:
•Perform a radio Link Test with a single AP or computer. The Link Test mode allows
you to verify the communications quality of the RoamAbout PC Card in more detail.
It allows you to investigate the performance of the RoamAbout radio link between:
— Your computer and another wireless computer
— Your computer and the current AP
•Perform a Site Survey running the Site Monitor option. Use the Site Monitor mode to
display the communications quality of your computer with multiple APs in its vicinity.
The Site Monitor mode allows you to conduct a site survey to:
— Determine the overall wireless coverage of your LAN network.
— Determine or optimize placement of your APs, to provide seamless connectivity
to mobile stations.
For detailed information about each Client Utility window, consult the RoamAbout Client
Utility on-line help by clicking the Help button in each window.