Part 10 – Wireless LAN

Are you looking to deploy wireless devices in your industrial network but don’t know where to start? Look no further! In this informative video, we’ll walk you through the ins and outs of wireless LAN technology and how it has become an increasingly popular choice for industrial networks.

As wireless LAN devices are active components of the industrial infrastructure, they need to be visualized within the same network management application as the rest of the network. Enter Industrial HiVision – a powerful tool that not only displays the topology of cabled links but can also show wireless connections through its Auto-topology mechanism.

But what about reliability? Wireless bridge links may become misaligned over time, which can lead to deteriorating data throughput and eventually link failure. Fear not – Industrial HiVision generates alarms when antennas start to become misaligned, giving you time to readjust them before the bridge link fails. This function helps ensure the reliability of the link and saves you both time and money when used as an alternative to cables.

Whether you’re using a static or mobile wireless client, you need to know when it’s connected or disconnected from the network. From a network administration perspective, there’s no difference between a wireless or wired end device. Still, it’s essential to track which end devices are connected to your network, both when and where. Industrial HiVision provides a consistent view across your entire network, making it easy to track wireless end devices’ movements.

So why wait? Don’t miss out on the benefits of wireless LAN technology in your industrial network. Download Industrial HiVision and start visualizing and tracking your wireless connections today!