Benefits of Spectrum Analysis provided by Glasshouse
Spectrum analysis is an essential tool in wireless network management and design, used to evaluate the radio frequency (RF) environment. It helps identify and resolve issues related to interference, congestion, and signal quality, ensuring optimal performance of wireless networks. Common use cases include site surveys for Wi-Fi deployments, troubleshooting network performance issues, optimizing network design, and monitoring for unauthorized or rogue devices.
- Spectrum analysis helps identify sources of RF interference, which can degrade network performance.
- Ensures that wireless networks operate on the best possible channels.
- Detects unauthorized or rogue devices operating within the network’s RF environment.
- Optimizes network performance by providing insights into RF conditions.
Proactive Troubleshooting
Regular spectrum analysis can identify potential problems before they impact users, allowing for proactive maintenance and quicker issue resolution.
Regulatory Compliance
Spectrum analysis can verify that the network operates within the legal RF spectrum limits and adheres to regulatory standards, avoiding fines and legal issues.
Capacity Planning
By analyzing current RF usage and identifying patterns, network administrators can plan for future capacity needs and ensure the network can handle increased traffic.
Cost Savings
By identifying and resolving RF issues efficiently, spectrum analysis minimizes the need for costly troubleshooting and equipment replacement, leading to cost savings in the long term.
Our Spectrum Analysis Solution provides insights into Radio Frequencies
Spectrum analysis is a crucial aspect of wireless network management, providing numerous benefits that enhance performance, security, and efficiency. By regularly conducting spectrum analysis, businesses can ensure their wireless networks operate optimally, meeting the demands of users and supporting the organization’s goals.
Unlock Unmatched Wireless Performance with Precision Spectrum Analysis.
Our expert team identifies and mitigates interference, optimizes channel selection, and ensures your network operates at peak efficiency, delivering seamless connectivity and superior performance for your business.
Define Objectives and Scope
Glasshouse determines the specific objectives of the spectrum analysis, such as identifying interference, optimizing channel selection, or ensuring regulatory compliance. We define the scope of the analysis, including the areas to be analyzed and the frequency range to be covered.
Conduct a Site Survey
We perform an initial inspection of the site to understand the physical environment and identify potential sources of interference. We document the physical layout, noting the locations of wireless access points, potential interference sources, and other relevant details.
Analyze the spectrum
We configure the spectrum analyzer to cover the necessary frequency range (e.g., 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz for Wi-Fi networks).We adjust the sensitivity and resolution bandwidth settings to capture detailed information without overloading the analyzer. We move throughout the site, collecting spectrum data at various locations to capture a comprehensive view of the RF environment. We conduct measurements at different times of day to capture variations in RF activity and potential intermittent interference. We use the software to visualize the spectrum data, creating heatmaps and identifying patterns. We look for signs of interference, such as unexpected peaks or persistent noise in certain frequency bands. We analyze the utilization of different channels to identify congestion and opportunities for optimization.
Identify and Mitigate Interference
We determine the sources of identified interference, whether they are internal (e.g., other wireless devices) or external (e.g., neighboring networks, non-Wi-Fi devices). We develop strategies to mitigate interference, such as changing channel assignments, relocating access points, or using shielding techniques. We prepare a detailed report summarizing the findings of the spectrum analysis, including visualizations, identified issues, and recommended actions. We provide actionable recommendations for improving the network’s performance and addressing any identified issues.
Implement Changes
We implement the recommended changes to the network, such as adjusting channel assignments or relocating access points. We continuously monitor the impact of these changes to ensure they achieve the desired improvements.
Follow-Up and Continuous Monitoring
We schedule regular spectrum analyses to continually monitor and optimize the RF environment. We make adjustments as needed based on ongoing monitoring and changing network conditions.