04-02-2012 07:53 AM - edited 07-03-2021 09:55 PM
Hi Guys,
I hope someone can answer my question for me. I understand that a Microwave oven can interfare with a wireless network but is there any other devices that can interfare with the wireless network beside the Microwave oven?
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Lake
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04-02-2012 08:04 AM
I think the better question is what DOESN'T interfere with wireless networks, especially in the 2.4GHz. There are thousands of devices that can use the 2.4GHz frequency, such as:
Are you trying to track down issues in your network? If yes then you should look at getting either Cisco Spectrum Expert or Metageek Chanalyzer to see what is going on in the RF.
04-02-2012 03:06 PM
I understand that a Microwave oven can interfare with a wireless network but is there any other devices that can interfare with the wireless network beside the Microwave oven?
Yes and no.
1. Microwave oven can, in some cases, can affect one or a few channels in the 2.4Ghz spectrum. But there are some microwave ovens which can BLAST the entire 2.4Ghz spectrum.
2. I've seen one article about an old CRT TV that, due to a manufacturing defect, can cause issues with 2.4 Ghz TV.
3. XBox
4. Bluetooth
5. Wifi/Mobile phone jammers
6. DECT cordless phones
04-02-2012 04:40 PM
If you are looking for a reasonably priced spectrum analyzer to see 80211 interference I would check out meta geeks wispy. Great product for the price ..
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04-02-2012 08:04 AM
I think the better question is what DOESN'T interfere with wireless networks, especially in the 2.4GHz. There are thousands of devices that can use the 2.4GHz frequency, such as:
Are you trying to track down issues in your network? If yes then you should look at getting either Cisco Spectrum Expert or Metageek Chanalyzer to see what is going on in the RF.
04-02-2012 08:14 AM
Thank you very much for the quick reply.
Yes, i am troubleshooting a remote user who is having issues with a wireless connection and remote access VPN. Wired connection and VPN works fine.
I clicked on Correct Answer to rate your post but nothing is happening. I will keep trying.
Regards,
Lake
04-02-2012 03:06 PM
I understand that a Microwave oven can interfare with a wireless network but is there any other devices that can interfare with the wireless network beside the Microwave oven?
Yes and no.
1. Microwave oven can, in some cases, can affect one or a few channels in the 2.4Ghz spectrum. But there are some microwave ovens which can BLAST the entire 2.4Ghz spectrum.
2. I've seen one article about an old CRT TV that, due to a manufacturing defect, can cause issues with 2.4 Ghz TV.
3. XBox
4. Bluetooth
5. Wifi/Mobile phone jammers
6. DECT cordless phones
04-02-2012 04:40 PM
If you are looking for a reasonably priced spectrum analyzer to see 80211 interference I would check out meta geeks wispy. Great product for the price ..
Sent from Cisco Technical Support iPhone App
04-02-2012 04:54 PM
Airmagnet Spectrum Analyzer
04-03-2012 11:50 AM
I truly appreciate all of your help. I have surely learned quite a bit. Thanks very much guys.
Thanks,
Lake
04-03-2012 12:59 PM
LOL @ LEO! +5
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