3. How do we ensure that we don’t lose network strength?
A network site survey will help identify the outermost periphery of access points that you want Wi-Fi 6 services to reach. If these APs are placed too far apart, you will likely lose Wi-Fi 6 network strength. However, if the endpoint periphery is placed too close, you will waste Wi-Fi 6 resources.
4. Can we integrate older devices with this new technology?
If you limit the number of devices getting a Wi-Fi 6 upgrade, there will be some degradation on the Wi-Fi 6 network, which will need to “dial down” in order to work with older, incompatible devices. Plan to provision the most throughput to high-demand, real-time applications, such as online interactive content and video.
5. How do we minimize glitches?
There are bound to be glitches with new technology. It’s paramount to have strong vendor partners that will be available when you need them. Your request for proposal should include not only the hardware and software you want to purchase, but also the level of implementation support you want the vendor to provide.
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