Steps to Installing a Wireless Network

  1. It may be necessary to use your suppliers’ consultants to make any changes or modify the system in order to meet your exact requirements.
  1. Make sure that all the equipment you purchase is compatible with your other equipment, sometimes using different brands of technology doesn’t work as well as using the same brand.
  1. Ensure that the technology is flexible and able to cope with more users as and when you add them.
  1. Make sure that you have excellent coverage throughout the organisation and that there are no ‘black spots’ i.e. any areas or rooms where wireless access is not possible. It is a good idea to keep the router away from obstructions such as tall filing cabinets as this may cause interference. It may be necessary to install a wireless repeater in order to boost the signal strength.
  1. You must ensure that a security system is put in place in order to ensure that only people with the right permissions can access the network. This will comprise of a code or password that only users who have permission to access the WiFi network can use.
  1. As an additional safeguard, it is advisable to install some form of firewall.