A typical WLAN environment in a hotel setting makes use of the standard 802.11b wireless technology that operates in the 2.4GHz frequency range. Certain applications (such as having a need to support multiple high-speed video data streams at a convention center) may require deployment of 802.11a based systems operating in 5GHz frequency spectrum.

Even though the specifics vary from one installation to the other, most hotel wifi networks involve the use of one or more of the following devices:

• Network Gateway,
  
• Access Points, Bridges, and Repeaters,
  
• Antennas (including omni/directional antennas),
  
• Wireless Adapters for Client Devices,
  
• Cabling, Power Supply units, Network Surge Protector Devices, and
  
• Security infrastructure (VPN gateways, Firewalls, Anti-Virus Filters, etc.)

There is no such thing as a cookie-cutter/template wireless network design that can be used to setup a professional grade (reliable, fast, and secure) wireless network at your hospitality center. Therefore, it is essential that your WLAN provider designs a WLAN that is custom fitted to your hotel's unique setup.

A well designed wifi network provides highest degree of interoperability, enabling your guests to connect to your hotel's Wi-Fi network using just about any wireless adapter they may have installed in their wireless capable devices. If a guest does not have a wireless adapter, or has one that does not work with your setup, you can of-course loan him a plug-n-play wireless adapter from the front desk either for a nominal fee or at no extra charge -as may be your hotel's policy.

Contact Us at Wireless Room Service Today to discuss your wireless networking needs.