NetScout Systems has launched the AirCheck G2 Handheld Wireless Tester, which includes enhancements such as troubleshooting and diagnosing Wi-Fi networks built using the increasingly adopted 802.11ac standard, access point backhaul testing and free access to the Link-Live Cloud dashboard.
The tester is designed to enable frontline IT to quickly and easily identify issues responsible for spotty connections, dead zones and slow speeds, as well as locating rogue access points and unauthorised devices. This functionality supports installation and troubleshooting of IoT wireless edge infrastructure for a range of applications including industrial IoT, smart buildings and smart homes.
Enhancements in this generation of the device include: 802.11ac 3x3 radio to support next-generation wireless initiatives; Link-Live integration for collaboration, reporting and results management; a 5″ touch-screen display for improved ease of use; and ethernet tests for AP backhaul verification.