NetScout - AM/A4012 - AIRMAGNET PLANNER, SW - Allied Electronics & Automation, part of RS Group

Great Networks Start with Great Design|An accurate network plan can be the most critical step of a successful wireless deployment. An unscientific plan can lead to over-spending on network infrastructure or lead to underserved and unhappy end users. The Netscout AM/A4012 AirMagnet Planner removes the need for guess work and lets installers estimate the quantity, placement and configuration of APs required to deliver full coverage for end users while minimizing signal bleed into unsecured areas. Users can preview the network by channel or SSID, ensuring the network conforms to any user specification. As network engineers plan new technology rollouts, they must resist an easy temptation of performing a simple 1-to-1 replacement of the existing network with newer technologies like 802.11n and 11ac. Even though these 1-to-1 replacements are the fastest way for rollouts, they are not the best and often lead to poor network performance and finally costly rework. The use of professional tools like the AMA4012 AirMagnet Planner helps define a migration strategy (rip and replace vs slow rollout) from existing 802.11a/b/g networks to 802.11n as well as 802.11ac networks. AirMagnet Planner also helps to estimate budgets and make "go/no-go" decisions before AP roll outs, so there are no more embarrassing or career-impacting decisions made blindly.|Wi-Fi Tailored to the Environment|The AM/A4012 AirMagnet Planner makes it easy to build a detailed model of any wireless environment, even before the network is deployed. Simply load in a map of the location, and use the built-in library of walls, doors and windows to precisely match the building’s characteristics. The environment can also be customized to account for cubicles, offices, elevators and a variety of warehouse obstructions. All environmental settings are fully customizable and custom materials can be created from scratch to meet the user specifications.