Because of the many variables that can affect RF propagation, planning a wireless LAN network used to be a complex and time-consuming endeavor. It required manual site surveys with marked up floor plans and tedious recording of measurement data everywhere in the coverage area. The complexity of the task only increased as the size of wireless LAN deployments grew. Colubris Networks has solved this problem with InCharge™ RF Planner, a software tool set that takes the time and complexity out of wireless LAN planning. InCharge RF Planner enables network planners to accurately model WLAN coverage by factoring in common variables, such as physical features, building materials, and WLAN equipment characteristics. InCharge RF Planner also facilitates deployment by enabling the assessment of security risks and generating equipment lists. |
A Set of Rich Tools for Precise Modeling
InCharge RF Planner is built on a unique, patent-pending RF propagation model. This model provides outstanding accuracy by drawing from a comprehensive knowledge base of RF characteristics for InReach access points, third-party equipment (client cards, access points and directional antennas), and building materials. Open air modeling capabilities facilitate the design of outdoor campus and municipal networks.
Main Features:
- Models wireless LAN coverage quickly and accurately, without physical site surveys
- Fine-grain heat map overlaid on floor plan enables users to visualize coverage
- Graphically displays wireless LAN spillage for easy evaluation of security risks
- Performs security sensor density analysis
- Supports 2.4 and 5 GHz frequencies and 802.11a, b, and g wireless LAN protocols
- Includes extensive knowledge base of third-party client cards, antennas, and access points
- Enables assessment of changes using simple drag and drop technique
- Generates equipment lists for installation teams
- Outdoor modeling capability extends planning to open air environments
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