Asian Journal of Engineering and Technology Innovation

Design of a Wireless Local Area Network for A 3-Floors Library

S.F. Kolawole

Department of Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna – Nigeria

Abstract

This paper reports plan and map out design of a functional and secure Wireless Local Area Network for a 3-floors, Kashim Ibrahim Library at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria - Nigeria using simulated computer tests to aid planning. The purpose of the wireless network is to give end users (students and staff) access to electronic journals and online educational databases without having to be confined to restricted sections of the library, and to pave a way for the possible replacement of the traditional wired networks in Educational Institutions. The use of simulation for the Network Design greatly cuts down time and cost spent on performing site surveys to deploy wireless networks, and consequently, the monetary value of implementing wireless networks in the long run. The results showed optimal placement of the Access Points and channels allocation that avoided interference. Good results were obtained at 15 meters from the Access Point.

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