Chapter 9 — Troubleshooting and Maintaining the Computer
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7 Tap the Ping tab to run a ping test to the host:
a In the Host field, enter the IP address of the host.
b From the Repetitions list, choose the number of times the
mobile computer will ping the host.
c Tap Ping. The graph shows the amount of time it takes for the
host to return the ping. Tap List to see this information in a list
format.
8 Tap the RSSI tab to view the received signal strength of the host
signal.
The information box includes the current signal strength, host
SSID name, MAC address, data rate, and transmit power.
9 Tap Mark to place an arrow marker above the graph.
10 Tap the Conf tab to set up a log file that lists RSSI history.
This screen includes the 802.11 radio driver version and available
radio modes.
To create a log file:
a Check the Log to File check box.
b (Optional) Change the sample period and number of samples
displayed.
c Tap Log File. The Save As screen appears.
d (Optional) Change the name of the saved log file, the folder to
which the file will be saved, the content type (log or text), and
the location.
e Tap Save.