Avaya Wireless LAN
Technology
Overview
With Avaya Wireless LAN Solutions, you can connect client PCs throughout
your premises- even in high-traffic areas - without running miles of
cable.
What Is A Wireless LAN?
· a means of wirelessly connecting computers
· once installed a wireless LAN is transparent to the user and
performs exactly like a wired LAN
· allows you to access servers, email, share files, printers and
internet access
· connects to a wired network backbone through an Access
Point
· gives you freedom to roam with your computer anywhere
within
range of the Access Point
· any area can be covered by adding more Access Points wired
together in a cellular fashion
· wireless modems are available for desktops, laptops or
handheld
computers and external units with serial, USB or
Ethernet interfaces are
also available
· low cost products are available for home use as well as high
end products for enterprise networks
What Are The Benefits To You?
· faster installation time, literally up and running in minutes
· reduced installation costs, no cables!
· less expensive than running fibre for outdoor applications
· excellent backup link for outdoor wired links
·
outdoor wireless bridges can pay for
themselves in less than a year when
replacing expensive leased lines
· ability to set up an ISP without
leasing network access from
phone
or cable companies
· indoor LANs are more flexible, easily
move your desk, or entire
office
· transportable, go anywhere and take
the network with you
· network your computer in areas
difficult to reach with cables,
industrial complexes, historic
buildings, environmentally sensitive
areas where digging is
prohibited
· network mobile units, forklifts, point of sale terminals,
computer carts for schools