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Chapter 9 Using Cisco WCS
Using Maps
• 802.11a: A colored overlay appears on the map displaying the coverage patterns for the 802.11a
radios. A Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) Color Lookup appears at the top of the map
indicating the meaning of the colors. The colors show the signal strength form RED (-35 dBm)
through DARK BLUE (-85 dBm). A failure percentage appears next to each access point.
• 802.11b/g: A colored overlay appears on the map displaying the coverage patterns for the 802.11b/g
radios. Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) Color Lookup appears at the top of the map
indicating the meaning of the colors. The colors show the signal strength from RED (-35 dBm)
through DARK BLUE (-85 dBm). A failure percentage appears next to each access point.
Figure 9-4 shows a typical RF prediction heat map with access points covering one end of a building.
Figure 9-4 RF Prediction Heat Map
Monitoring Channels on a Floor Map
Follow these steps to monitor channels on a floor map:
Step 1 Select the Monitor tab.
Step 2 Click Maps to display the Maps page.
Step 3 Click an item in the Name column and double-click the floor map.
Step 4 Select Channel from the Display drop-down menu. The channel number being used by each radio
appears on the panel next to each access point.
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