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WLAN IP Telephony Installation and Configuration
Note: In a very large or complex site, it may be advisable to contract a
professional site survey.
Conducting an effective site survey
Consider the following points for an effective site survey.
Network usage
Examine the network usage:
• How many people will be using a wireless handset?
• What areas of the site require wireless handset access?
• How many hours each day will wireless handsets be in use?
• Which locations are likely to generate the largest amount of traffic?
• Where is future network expansion most likely?
Mobility requirements
Assess the mobility requirements:
• How many wireless handset users are in motion continually, such as in a
warehouse or hospital?
• How many users work from different fixed locations throughout the site?