Can Radio Frequency Interference (Rfi) Disrupt My Wireless Network; Cyber Security - GE MDS iNET 900 Reference Manual

Co-Location for
Multiple Networks
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Multiple APs with the same Network Name should be used with care.
Using the same Network Name in multiple APs may result in Remotes
associating with undesired APs and preventing data exchange from
occurring as planned.
The use of a different Network Name does not guarantee an interfer-
ence-free system. It does however, assure that only data destined for a
unique network is passed through to that network.
It may be desirable to co-locate Access Points at one location to take
advantage of an excellent or premium location that can serve two inde-
pendent networks. Each network should have unique Network Name
and each AP unit's antenna should be provided as much vertical separa-
tion as is practical to minimize RFI.
NOTE: All transceivers are shipped with the Network Name set to
"Not Programmed." The Network Name must be programmed
in order to pass data and begin normal operations.
Can radio frequency interference (RFI) disrupt my wireless
network?
When multiple radio networks operate in close physical proximity to
other wireless networks, individual units may not operate reliably under
weak signal conditions and may be influenced by strong radio signals in
adjacent bands. This radio frequency interference cannot be predicted
with certainty, and can only be determined by experimentation. If you
need to co-locate two units, start by using the largest possible vertical
antenna separation between the two AP antennas on the same support
structure. If that does not work, consult with your factory representative
about other techniques for controlling radio frequency interference
between the radios. (See "A Word About Radio Interference" on
Page 136 for more details.)

1.5 CYBER SECURITY

Today the operation and management of an enterprise is becoming
increasing dependent on electronic information flow. An accompanying
concern becomes the cyber security of the communication infrastructure
and the security of the data itself.
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