--- title: Ekahau Site Survey  Pre-deployment WiFi Surveys, Cedar Rapids, USA description: A predictive wireless design survey using 10 Cisco C9120AXI access points mounted on the drop ceiling in office area and on the metal bar in the warehouse. image: https://www.usorion.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-34-47-0054-PM.jpg --- - About - [About](https://www.usorion.com/about-us) - Services - [Wireless Surveys (Ekahau)](https://www.usorion.com/wireless-site-surveys) - [Structured Cabling Services](https://www.usorion.com/structured-cabling-solutions) - [Fiber Consultancy & Installations](https://www.usorion.com/fiber-consultancy-installations) - [Colocation Deployment & Migration](https://www.usorion.com/colocation-deployment-migration-infrastructure-services) - Talent Acquisition Services - [Talent Acquisition](https://www.usorion.com/talent-acquisition) - [Job Vacancies](https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/usorion/) - [Coverage](https://www.usorion.com/coverage) - Resources - [Newsletter](https://www.usorion.com/orion-us-newsletter-connect) - [Data Dictionary](https://www.usorion.com/data-dictionary) - [Blog](https://www.usorion.com/blog) [![logo](https://www.usorion.com/hs-fs/hubfs/USOrionLogoNew.png?width=654&height=260&name=USOrionLogoNew.png "logo")](https://www.usorion.com/) [+1 (803) 724 1204](tel:+1%20(803)%20724%201204) [sales@usorion.com](mailto:sales@usorion.com) [contact us](https://23748016.hs-sites.com/contact-us-orion-us) # Blog Find out more ![Banner arrow - Usorion](https://www.usorion.com/hubfs/Icons/banner-arrow.webp) ![survey\_perks](https://www.usorion.com/hubfs/survey_perks.png) ![Ekahau Site Survey ](https://www.usorion.com/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-34-47-0054-PM.jpg) ## Ekahau Site Survey  Pre-deployment WiFi Surveys, Cedar Rapids, USA 29 July 2024 Our team Orion US carried out a thorough pre-deployment WiFi Survey in Cedar Rapids, IA, USA. We meticulously examined the office buildings, creating detailed maps and utilizing real-time modeling to gather crucial data supporting our network design proposal. Using Ekahau Site Survey Pro and Ekahau Sidekick, we meticulously ensured that every corner of the buildings received optimal WiFi coverage. Pre-deployment site surveys are performed by collecting data from existing wireless devices, such as laptops, smartphones, and other Wi-Fi-enabled devices. This data is used to map the wireless network, identify areas where the network may be weak, and take steps to improve the network's performance. Another benefit of Ekahau Site Survey Pro is its speed. The software is designed to be user-friendly and easy to use, allowing administrators to quickly and efficiently survey the site. This can save organizations time and money compared to traditional site surveys, which can be time-consuming and require specialized equipment **Wireless Signal Criteria** - 2.4 and 5GHz bands were observed - Minimum RSSI threshold - 65dBm - Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) Threshold \> 25dB - Ap RSSI overlap target ~20% **Total Area Covered: 87,325 Ft.** **Recommendations** - 8 Internal Access Points (AP) were installed - 20 External Access Points (AP) were installed Project Map  ![rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-34-47-0054-PM](https://www.usorion.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-34-47-0054-PM.jpg?width=619&height=633&name=rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-34-47-0054-PM.jpg) *Site Map With AP Placement* ### 5GHz Signal Map ![rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-43-40-8289-PM](https://www.usorion.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-43-40-8289-PM.png?width=513&height=507&name=rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-43-40-8289-PM.png) *5GHz Signal Map using Ekahau Site Survey* ### 2.5GHz Signal Map ![rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-47-15-3923-PM](https://www.usorion.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-47-15-3923-PM.png?width=510&height=504&name=rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-47-15-3923-PM.png) *2.4GHz Signal Map using Ekahau Site Survey* ### AP on Stick (MR-ANT-25 Antenna) *![rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-49-50-3805-PM](https://www.usorion.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-49-50-3805-PM.jpg?width=642&height=855&name=rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-49-50-3805-PM.jpg)* *![rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-50-29-7247-PM](https://www.usorion.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported%20sitepage%20images/rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-50-29-7247-PM.jpg?width=655&height=873&name=rs=w1280-Jun-16-2024-05-50-29-7247-PM.jpg)* *AP on the stick.* Please [get in touch](https://www.usorion.com/contact-us-orion-us) with the experts at Orion US today. 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