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220-802 · Question #485

A technician needs a wireless access point to cover most of the office. Which of the following should the technician perform FIRST to achieve this?

The correct answer is C. Determine placement. Physical placement is the most critical first step for maximizing wireless coverage. The access point's position affects the reach and quality of the signal throughout the office. Choosing channels, filtering MACs, or adjusting power levels are secondary optimizations that only…

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Question

A technician needs a wireless access point to cover most of the office. Which of the following should the technician perform FIRST to achieve this?

Options

  • AChange the radio channel
  • BApply MAC address filter
  • CDetermine placement
  • DReduce radio power level

How the community answered

(46 responses)
  • A
    4% (2)
  • C
    93% (43)
  • D
    2% (1)

Explanation

Physical placement is the most critical first step for maximizing wireless coverage. The access point's position affects the reach and quality of the signal throughout the office. Choosing channels, filtering MACs, or adjusting power levels are secondary optimizations that only make sense after the optimal location has been established through a site survey or planning.

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#wireless access point#WAP placement#wireless coverage#site survey

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