Enterprise Wi-Fi Fundamentals (CWTS)

$1,695.00


  • classroom

  • virtual

  • Onsite

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Duration: 2 Days

In this Wi-Fi fundamentals course, you will gain the knowledge needed to enter into or advance within the wireless networking industry. From basic RF theory and regulatory requirements to implementation of WLAN devices, you will get up-to-speed on the latest in 802.11 technologies in a practical way.

What You Will Learn

  • Networking basics
  • Wi-Fi organizations and standards
  • Basic wireless 802.11 technologies functionality and terms
  • Lightweight and autonomous access points
  • WLAN routers, bridges, and switches
  • Antenna types and uses
  • Wi-Fi operational concepts and applications
  • Wi-Fi security, compliance, and site surveying
  • Wi-Fi support and troubleshooting
  • RF fundamentals and antenna concepts
  • Spread spectrum concepts

Audience

Wi-Fi sales professionals, project managers, and networkers new to Wi-Fi

Prerequistes

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Networking

  • Network Models
  • Protocols
  • SDU
  • PDU
  • OSI: The De Facto Reference Model
  • The Seven Layer Model
  • Equipment Per Layer
  • Mapping Other Protocols into the OSI Model
  • TCP/IP: Four Layer Model

2. Wi-Fi Organizations and Standards

  • Regulatory Bodies
  • IEEE
  • Wi-Fi Alliance
  • WLAN Connectivity
  • WLAN Security
  • WLAN QoS and Power Save
  • IEEE 802.11 Standards, Amendments, and Drafts
  • 802.11-2007
  • 802.11a/b/g
  • 802.11e/h/i
  • 802.11n Draft

3. Wi-Fi Hardware and Software

  • Access Points
  • Lightweight
  • Autonomous
  • WLAN Routers
  • WLAN Bridges
  • WLAN Repeaters
  • WLAN Controllers/Switches
  • Direct-Connect APs
  • Distributed-Connect APs
  • PoE Infrastructure
  • Midspan
  • Endpoint
  • Client Hardware and Software
  • Antenna Types and Uses

4. Wi-Fi Security and Compliance

  • 802.11 Legacy Security Methods
  • Encryption: TKIP/CCMP
  • Authentication Passphrases and 802.1X/EAP
  • WPA/WPA2 Personal
  • WPA/WPA2 Enterprise
  • WPS Pushbutton/PIN
  • Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
  • VPN Security
  • Wireless Intrusion
  • Protection Systems (WIPS)
  • PCI Compliance
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Enforcing Compliance

5. Wi-Fi Site Surveying

  • Information Gathering and Reporting
  • Multiple Channel Architecture (MCA) Cell Planning Basics
  • Single Channel Architecture (SCA) Cell Planning Basics
  • Predictive Site Survey
  • Manual Site Survey
  • Passive Survey
  • Active Survey
  • Mesh Access Layers
  • Use of Analyzers
  • Protocol
  • Survey
  • Spectrum
  • Identifying and Locating RF Interference Sources
  • Wi-Fi vs. Non Wi-Fi
  • Hardware Placement Limitations
  • Best Practices for Antenna Use

6. Wi-Fi Operational Concepts

  • Range, Coverage, and Capacity
  • Frequencies/Channels Used
  • Channel Reuse and Co-Location
  • Active and Passive Scanning
  • Power Saving Operation
  • Data Rates and Throughput
  • Dynamic Rate Selection
  • Authentication and Association
  • The Distribution System and Roaming
  • Infrastructure and Ad Hoc Modes
  • BSSID and ESSID
  • Protection Mechanisms

7. Applications, Support, and Troubleshooting

  • Installation/Configuration of Common Network Types
  • Small Office/Home Office (SOHO)
  • Extension of Existing Networks into Remote Locations
  • Building-to-Building Connectivity
  • Public Wireless Hotspots
  • Mobile Office, Classroom, Industrial, and Healthcare
  • Municipal and Law-Enforcement Connectivity
  • Corporate Data Access and End-User Mobility
  • Last-Mile Data Delivery (WISP)
  • Transportation Networks
  • Recognize and Troubleshoot Wireless Network Problems
  • Decreased Throughput
  • Intermittent or No Connectivity
  • Weak Signal Strength
  • Device Upgrades
  • Wi-Fi Network Optimization Procedures
  • Infrastructure Hardware Selection and Placement
  • Identifying, Locating, and Removing Sources of Interference
  • Client Load-Balancing
  • Analyzing Infrastructure Capacity and Utilization
  • Multipath and Hidden Nodes

8. Radio Frequency (RF) Fundamentals

  • Units of RF Measurements
  • Factors Affecting Network Range and Speed
  • Environment
  • Line-of-Sight
  • Interference
  • Defining Differences Between Physical Layers
  • OFDM
  • HR/DSSS
  • MIMO

9. Spread Spectrum Concepts

  • OFDM and HR/DSSS Channels
  • Co-Location of HR/DSSS and OFDM Systems
  • Adjacent-Channel and Co-Channel Interference
  • WLAN/WPAN Co-Existence
  • CSMA/CA Operation Half Duplex

10. RF Antenna Concepts

  • Passive Gain
  • Beam Widths
  • Simple Diversity
  • Polarization
  • Antenna Mounting
  • Pole/Mast Mount
  • Ceiling Mount
  • Wall Mount
  • WLAN Accessories
  • RF Cables
  • RF Connectors
  • Lightning Arrestors and Grounding Rods

Course Labs