User guide

Summit WMScanner Users Guide 5
1 Summit WMScanner Overview
Summit
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WMScanner is a software package that enables you to efficiently measure and visualize
802.11an and 802.11bgn network performance. The software utilizes a floor plan map and a special
network driver adapter to allow you to measure, visualize, and archive vital wireless network
information. The powerful visualizations allow you to identify network problems and rogue access
points site-specifically on the map. Not only can you use this software to capture data for post analysis,
but you can also troubleshoot network problems in the field. The data you collect may be saved as a
record of network installation verification or network performance at a given point in time.
Summit WMScanner is easy to get up and running with little or no wireless networking experience. By
reviewing this manual, here are just a few of the features you will learn how to perform:
● Veri fy networ k coverag e
● Identify and locate rogue and unauthorized access points
● Verify infrastructure access point placement
● Verify access point channel assignments
● Identify noise and interference problems
● Verify infrastructure RFID placement
System Requirements
To run Summit WMScanner, the following computer platform is recommended:
● Intel
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Pentium IV or greater, 800 MHz or higher
● Microsoft
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Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista 32 bit or Windows Vista 64 bit (WoW64).
● 1GB RAM
● 500 MB free disk space for installation (10 GB free disk space required for Ray Tracing simulations)
● 1024 x 768 VGA with true color
● Mouse, trackball or compatible pointing device
● Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
● Microsoft Word
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Word 2002 or higher
● CD-ROM drive
Additional Recommendations for 3D Use
● Operating system: Microsoft
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Windows
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XP Professional Service Pack 2
● Processor: 3GHz or greater
● RAM: 2GB or greater
● Hard disk: 2 GB (in addition to the 750 MB required for installation)
● Graphics card: 128 MB or greater, OpenGL-capable workstation-class