The new technology I will go over today is called the Wi-Spy Spectrum Analyzer. This gadget that wireless network consultants and IT professionals will love, is easy to use. It is a perfect choice if you are looking for a solution to analyze, troubleshoot and optimize your wireless networks. The Wi-Spy works by connecting the gadget through a USB port and running the program that comes with it. The program that is used is called Chanalyzer which turns data collected from a Wi-Spy into highly interactive charts and graphs, allowing users to visualize their wireless landscape. Their are four versions and a bundle of the Wi-Spy Spectrum Analyzer which are as followed:

• Wi-Spy 2.4x $199; runs at only 2.4 GHz and allows only the basic tools such as Chanalyzer Basic.

• Wi-Spy 2.4x Pro $599; also runs at only 2.4 GHz and allows more advanced tools than the basic 2.4x model runs Chanalyzer Pro.

• Wi-Spy DBx $599 The difference is that the DBx series can run both 2.4 and 5 GHz this version only allows the basic tools runs Chanalyzer Basic.

• Wi-Spy DBx Pro $999 Runs both 2.4 and 5 GHz allows the use of all tools runs Chanalyzer Pro.

• The bundle which comes with everything priced at $1999

Requirements

• Windows XP SP3, Vista or Windows 7
• Windows Zero Configuration (WZC)
• Net 3.5 framework
• USB 1.1, 2.0, 3.0

(Woodings, 2013)

 

Woodings, R. (2013). Wi-Spy Spectrum Analysis for Everyone. Retrieved February 5, 2013, from MetaGeek Website: http://www.metageek.net/