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WiFi Site Survey Guide

How to plan and conduct a wireless site survey for optimal coverage — tools, methodology, heat mapping, and access point placement.

About This Resource

Poor WiFi coverage is one of the most common complaints in UK offices, and a proper site survey is the foundation of reliable wireless networking. This guide walks you through planning and conducting a professional wireless site survey, covering the tools required, survey methodology, heat map interpretation, and access point placement recommendations. It helps you design a WiFi network that delivers consistent coverage and performance throughout your premises.

What's Included

  • Site survey tool recommendations for different budgets
  • Pre-survey preparation checklist and floor plan requirements
  • Active and passive survey methodology explanation
  • Heat map analysis and coverage gap identification
  • Access point placement recommendations based on survey data

Who Is This For?

Network administrators and IT managers at UK businesses planning a new WiFi deployment or troubleshooting coverage issues in their existing wireless network.

Technology Stack

Powered by industry-leading technologies including SolarWinds, Cloudflare, BitDefender, AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Cisco Meraki to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable IT solutions.

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Cloudflare
BitDefender
AWS
Hono
Opus
Office 365
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Cisco Meraki
Microsoft Azure

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