Overview   Pre-deployment Wi-Fi coverage planning of a Xirrus Array network Models building structures and materials to predict RF coverage Provides graphical views of predicted Wi-Fi coverage Value Delivered   Determine approximate Array quantity and placement ahead of on-location site survey Experiment with Array locations to optimize and shape Wi-Fi coverage Reduce costs by simulating changes to the Wi-Fi network prior to implementation

Xirrus LANPlanner allows users to quickly and accurately model a building and predict Wi-Fi coverage and performance for the Xirrus Wi-Fi Array in that environment. LANPlanner is a Windows™ application that easily converts an existing AutoCAD, scanned, or traced drawing into a flexible 2D/3D model. The model can then be used to efficiently create, display, and document the wireless infrastructure plan. The unique performance characteristics for all Xirrus Wi-Fi Array models are supported.

The management of a Wi-Fi network begins with quality design. A poorly designed network will suffer from coverage holes, poor service areas, improper capacity and network resource allocation. These challenges can be addressed from the beginning with an efficient design leveraging Xirrus LANPlanner.

Key Features  

• Easy to use Building Wizard walks through drawing importing
• Predict and understand vital information such as RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator), SIR (Signal to Interference Ratio), SNR (Signal to Noise Ratio), throughput and bit-error rate
• Three dimensional modeling allows predictions between multiple floors
• Supports both 802.11a and 802.11b/g predictions
• A partition database allows predefined or custom attenuation settings for walls, cubicles and all other objects
• Virtual walk-through displays a clients wireless performance anywhere on the floor plan
• Complete bill-of-materials and maintenance records are automatically generated
• Verification tool allows post-deployment fine tuning of the model
• Quick Start planning automatically positions Xirrus Arrays based on desired capacity requirements

LANPlanner Requirements  

Processor	Minimum Intel® Pentium® III 800 MHz processor
Memory	Minimum 256 MB RAM Minimum 1GB RAM for performing ray tracing simulations
Operating System	Microsoft® Windows® XP (Professional, Home Edition and Tablet PC Edition) or Windows 2000 Professional
Hard Drive Space	Minimum 300 MB free disk space 10GB free disk space required for Ray Tracing simulations
Other	Minimum 1024x768 VGA with true color Mouse, trackball or compatible pointing device Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher CD-ROM drive

Product Ordering Information  

XA-3300-WLP-SL

LANPlanner for the Xirrus Wi-Fi Array, Supports Multiple Buildings, Site License