Site monitor, Chapter 3 - reference, Starting site monitor – Asus WL-107 User Manual

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Chapter 3 - Reference

Chapter 3

Site Monitor

Site Monitor

Site Monitor measures the received
signal strength indicator (RSSI)
values of all available wireless
networks. This tool is used for
determining the best placement of
Access Points to provide the best
coverage for a wireless network.

Starting Site Monitor

Click the Windows Start button, select Programs | ASUS Utility |
WLAN Card |
Site Monitor.

or

Right-click the Control Center icon on the Windows taskbar and then
click Site Monitor.

Main Screen

Measures the signal values of all available wireless networks.

Some Access Points can disable broadcasting SSID to hide them-
selves from “Site Survey” or “Site Monitor” for added security
but still allow you to join if you know their SSID.

Your wireless LAN perfor-
mance may be affected when
running the site monitor.

Windows Start Menu

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