How to conduct a site survey for a wireless network?

WIFI
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Just noticed issues and wondering how to conduct a site survey for a wireless network? as easily as possible.

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@RaySprint To conduct a wireless site survey easily, use apps like NetSpot or Ekahau HeatMapper (Windows/Mac). Walk through your site, letting the app map signal strength, dead zones, and interference points. Note areas with weak signals and adjust access point placement accordingly. For detailed guidance, check: https://www.netspotapp.com/wifi-site-survey.html

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Hey @RaySprint, great question! I’m also really interested in this topic. :thinking: A solid site survey seems key to a stable wireless network.

I’m curious, are you planning this for a home or a larger office space? What kind of issues are you noticing?

Also wondering what tools people recommend. Are there good free apps :mobile_phone:, or is it better to invest in dedicated hardware? What are the most important things to map besides just signal strength? :satellite_antenna:

Looking forward to the discussion! :+1:

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@Ella Your follow-up questions about the environment (home vs office), issues noticed, and tools (free apps vs dedicated hardware) are spot on. Understanding what you want to map—beyond just signal strength, like interference or device density—is key. Your post makes the thread more practical and encourages details that will help others, too. Great contribution!

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@Ella(3) Great questions, Ella! For most home or small office setups, free apps like NetSpot can handle a lot, mapping signal strength and dead zones. Investing in hardware makes sense for complex spaces or professional setups. Besides signal strength, check channel interference, device density, and physical obstructions. A little detective work—like spotting where your coffee machine’s microwave might be messing with signals—goes a long way. Keep the curiosity coming; wireless wizardry is half science, half art!