HP (Hewlett-Packard) WLAN Assessment Service Network Card User Manual


 
HP Wireless LAN Assessment Report
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2.0 Review of HP Capabilities
Overview
HP, in conjunction with qualified partners, is proud to provide a unique set of Wireless
LAN consulting and implementation services to the SMB marketplace. HP is engaging
with servicing partners who have demonstrated proficiency in the delivery of HP-
branded services and who employ certified Wireless LAN design professionals.
This combination of vendor developed services methodology and local service
professionals afford the “best of both worlds” for you, the HP customer. This section
of the document reviews our capabilities that pertain specifically to this assessment
services as well as any follow-on implementation services you may require.
2.1 HP Mobility Services
HP offers two services that make it easy for SMBs to access the specialized resources
they need to configure and implement the wLAN solution that’s right for them …
quickly and affordably.
HP Wireless LAN Site Assessment Services
The HP wLAN Site Assessment Service provides a personalized assessment resulting in
a predictive wLAN site survey report that can be invaluable in planning for and
selecting the right wLAN solution. This report provides information on the quantity,
placement and coverage of 802.11a, b or g wireless access points. The service
includes:
wLAN assessment service planning and preparation – A wireless technical specialist
collects site-specific information such as intended usage, required coverage and
bandwidth, location of obstacles and wiring closets, and other key variables that
could impact the implementation of a wireless network
wLAN assessment service delivery - Powerful software uses information about
technical/business requirements and building layout drawings to quickly and
accurately identify the most appropriate location and setting for each access point
wLAN assessment service report and recommendations – A detailed report provides
diagrams of the proposed wireless network environment. The diagrams show the
location of access points and associated coverage maps, plus vendor descriptions
of selected Wireless LAN components
Three service levels are available: small (up to 30,000 sq. ft.); medium (30,000 –
60,000 sq. ft.); and large (60,000 – 100,000 sq. ft.). Each service level is limited to 2
stories of a building.
HP Wireless LAN Installation and Startup Service
This service helps ensure enjoyment of top performance and availability from a wLAN
solution right from the start. It provides the installation and startup of a specific
number of Wireless LAN (wLAN) access points and three client wireless PC devices and
includes: