WiFi Analyzer Software/Hardware Needed

You're on the right track here, but you're better off working with an experienced wireless-oriented VAR or vendor to scope and size your deployment. It's probably not worth your business's time or money to learn the ins and outs of RF.

Gooood day everyone!We are about to move into a new office in some months - a much bigger office! Naturally I need to extend our wireless network to suit our needs.I could just walk around and put up new APs like everywhere, however, this seems to be a rather bad idea - in so many ways!So I thought why not get one of these fancy, and utterly practical WiFi-Analyzer thingys. Problem is, I have never had one nor have I ever worked with one. There are a lot of these, so I'm a little bit lost!I would really appreciate any suggestions in regards of which software/hardware to get/try.The only product (software) I ever worked with is inSSIDer (the last freeware version) - those guys got hardware and software solutions as well. Maybe someone have some experience with their products?Thanks upfront / Cheers!
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I need free network analyzer software for my mac. we are trying to monitor what software may be running which is causing our internet to fail, although the internet is still coming into our modem.what is recommended?

My internet keeps 'tripping' at or around the same period time each day. We have already replaced our modem from our internet provider and we bought a new airport extreme router. We do not believe these were the cause, although we have now ruled them out as a cause. Everytime the internet fails, our internet provider company tells us that there is still plenty of signal coming into our house. There is something going on inside we believe, and a technician set up our Network Utility to run a continuous ping test to capture information about when it 'trips' againn. Yesterday, it happened again, and when he checked the data out, he said he is sure there is something 'running in the background' on my IMac. He advised me to download a free Network Analyzer so he could further investigate what is was that was causing the problem, so I need a free network analyzer software for my Mac. The issue has been going on for a long time, so it is not the new operating system, Lion. This morning, we changed the radio channel from 'auto' to 'manual' and set a new channel, hoping that might help. We are trying to find out what program may be running (even a tiny one in the background) which is causing our internet to fail, although the internet is still coming into our modem. What is free downloadable product is recommended?

Will Activity Monitor and/or Network Utility, both already in the Utilities folder on your Mac, help in trying to diagnose the problem.
If you are connecting via wifi what encryption are you using? If you're using the Exteme I doubt that you are using WEP, but worth checking as it seems Macs don't like it and work better using WPA.

How can apple send out an os update that renders an important function of the software/hardware to not work? They knowingly have sent out this new os update for iPad which makes airplay nonfunctining! I need this for my business!

How can apple send out an os update that renders an important function of the software/hardware to not work? They knowingly have sent out this new os update for iPad which makes airplay nonfunctining! I need this for my business! I could understand if they didn't know, but it is all over the Internet! When I went in to have it revert back to os6 (which worked fine!) I was actually asked if I had done any research before I installed the upgrade! As if this is the consumer's fault for being dumb enough to fall for the upgrade!

That is not what I have discovered, nor what others have discovered, nor what I was told when I went the Genius Bar. I cannot remotely mirror to my MacBook Pro and it only started the day after I installed the upgrade. We tested it with an iPad that had not been upgraded, no problem.

WiFi issue - Software or Hardware

What do you guys think? Is the WiFi issue software-related or hardware-related?
It seems like this might be a guess a best, but are there any experts out there willing to give a thought?

I don't discount the possibility that some users have had hardware problems, but I encountered a puzzling failure that turned out to be software (iPad Safari). I bought a new 64 GB iPad on April 10th. At home I have two WiFi routers - one is the AT&T U-Verse gateway, and the other (connected to the U-Verse) is a Time Capsule. I had no problem accessing either of these with iPad (they require passwords). There were no dropouts, good signal, and I could switch back and forth between them without any problem.
Monday, I brought the iPad to work. We have a number of private networks and one guest WiFi network. The WiFi routers are everywhere in the building (every 200 feet or so), and signal is excellent. The protocol I use for my iPhone (that connects just fine) is to connect with the guest WiFi network and then open a browser. The browser is redirected to another URL webpage where I have to accept the terms of use. On the iPhone or a MacBook, this is no problem and works reliably. When I opened Safari on the iPad it instantly gave an error message that Safari could not connect because the network connection was dropped. I did the usual troubleshooting steps including resetting the network and eventually restoring the iPad software/firmware. There was no change in behavior, and I could not connect. By the way, the WiFi icon did not even flicker when the Safari error message appeared. Checking the network connection, it was clear that there were multiple DNS servers that were obtained by DHCP.
So... I tried getting help from Apple Support. After two very nice phone calls, my problem remained unsolved. I was finally directed to bring the iPad back to the Apple Store for a Genius Bar appointment (did they suspect a hardware problem?). Yesterday afternoon, the representative tested my iPad in the Apple Store (no problem). He then brought it near an AT&T WiFi router (Starbucks) and - bingo - encountered the same problem I did.
I know this is turning out to be a very long tale, but the issue turned out to be a lack of legacy compatibility in the HTML5 implementation in Safari for the iPad. My iPad couldn't complete redirection to the agreement website because that website used incompatible HTML code (thanks AT&T). No problem linking to the same site with an iPhone.
I was promised that this issue would be addressed by Apple in an upcoming release (somewhere in the future). In the meantime, the solution was to use the simpler Opera browser to establish the link.
Problem diagnosed. Many thanks to the Apple Genius (Ryan) who was able to identify the problem.
It was software!
Now it is Apple's turn to provide all of us with a fix.

Hi folks, you might know how to fix this: my wifi shows (no hardware installed) then I went to system preferences and deleted the wifi connection, I went also to system information and I can not see wifi listed on Network, how can I create a new wifi ?

Hi folks, you might know how to fix this: my wifi shows (no hardware installed) then I went to system preferences and deleted the wifi connection, I went also to system information and I can not see wifi listed on Network, how can I create a new wifi or simply solve this, I have tryied shotdown pressing keys like P and R, option, etc. Please help me .

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This procedure is a diagnostic test. It’s unlikely to solve your problem. Don’t be disappointed when you find that nothing has changed after you complete it.
The purpose of the test is to determine whether the problem is caused by third-party software that loads automatically at startup or login, by a peripheral device, by a font conflict, or by corruption of the file system or of certain system caches.
Disconnect all wired peripherals except those needed for the test, and remove all aftermarket expansion cards, if applicable. Start up in safe mode and log in to the account with the problem. You must hold down the shift key twice: once when you turn on the computer, and again when you log in.
Note: If FileVault is enabled, or if a firmware password is set, or if the startup volume is a Fusion Drive or a software RAID, you can’t do this. Ask for further instructions.
Safe mode is much slower to start up and run than normal, with limited graphics performance, and some things won’t work at all, including sound output on certain models. The next normal startup may also be somewhat slow.
The login screen appears even if you usually login automatically. You must know your login password in order to log in. If you’ve forgotten the password, you will need to reset it before you begin.
Test while in safe mode. Same problem?
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I don't know what i need. I'am a mac user but i need to run quick books premier. This is the only software i need in windows 7. Could i have some advise in what is better for me, Bootcamp or parallels

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The Intuit rep said they don't "support" QuickbooksPremier on a "virtual machine." Do you know what I risk by using it, anyway? thanks for the advice about Boot Camp vs Parallels, BTW!
I use QuickBooks Pro for Mac, so I haven't had need to try any of the Windows versions in a VM. But I can't think why it wouldn't work. From within the VM, QuickBooks Premier would believe it is operating on PC hardware within Windows.
I would guess they mean that the multiple user support wouldn't work from within the VM. But I would think that would also work. Windows can see the Internet from within the VM, which means it can see your network. So if Windows can see the network, then QB Premier should be able to, too.
I know you can get Parallels as a demo, and maybe you could get QB Premier as trial software. So if you already have a retail copy of Windows to load into a VM, it would only cost you time to test what's possible.

Wifi and bluetooth hardware missing in my ipod touch could any one help me to fix it?

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If the following is your problem try the troubleshooting described within:
iOS: Wi-Fi or Bluetooth settings grayed out or dim
Frequently it is due to hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
If that is not your problem then we need more information about hur problem. How do you know the"hardware" is missing?

Can anyone see if my software/hardware is running okay?

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No, no one can tell from that information whether your software/hardware is running OK.
Please describe the problem, if you have one, in as much relevant detail as possible. The "etrecheck" fad hasn't made that step any less necessary. The usual results of posting etrecheck output on this site without a full description of the problem are very poor.
The many "failed" or "killed" warnings that etrecheck sometimes spews are not a reason to reinstall the OS.
The better your description of the problem, the better the chance of a solution.
For example, if the computer is slow, which specific actions are slow? Is it slow all the time, or only sometimes? What changes did you make, if any, just before it became slow? Have you seen any alerts or error messages? Have you done anything to try to fix it? Most importantly, do you have a current backup of all data? If the answer to the last question is "no," back up now. Ask if you need guidance. Do nothing else until you have a backup.

Good VHS to DVD conversion software/hardware to use on my iMac

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That all sounds fine, but WAY out of my league price wise right now... I'm a novice, and looking to spend no more then $100 for both the software and hardware to start. Maybe after I get a better handle at this I may invest in a more expensive way with more options, but for now, I think I need something less expensive. Thanks for your advise.

Wifi and Bluetooth Hardware not getting detected

Hi, I need help from HP. Wifi and Bluetooth hardware on my laptop are not getting detected. I have installed the drivers properly but the hardware itself is not detected when I start the notebook. The wifi had problems initially but then it worked fine for sometime and now it is not detected at all. Same is the problem with bluetooth also. The hardware is not visible in the device manager itself. Please let me know the possible problems and also help me with the solution. Thank You. Model - HP Compaq 15s001-tuOS - Windows 7 64 bit.

Since the wifi and bluetooth functions come from the same mini-pcie card it seems likely it has failed. This is the Service Manual: Your Manual See p. 61. Unfortunately getting to the module requires extensive disassembly, but short of removing the motherboard. The wireless module itself will be very inexpensive. But you may need to pay somebody to install it. If this is "the Answer" please click "Accept as Solution" to help others find it.

Missing software/hardware/serial number.

Hey there.
I have a treo 750 AT&T branded that i got shipped over from the states when the came out and were still unavailable in Australia where i live.
Id love to be able to update it with the 2.25 but the AT&T one i downloaded says it only works with an updater with a service.
Should i be using an unbranded update or am i missing something.
Ironically as well when i hard reset my phone when i got it the software, hardware and serial number were erased in the start/system/about/phone.
Is there anyway to get them back so i can try to get a legit download that will work because this having the time messed up and unable to DST it is making feel like hitting something (probably the phone) with a hammer.
Any help would be appreatiated.
Cheers
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Ok. At this point I tell you, you have the update. Next thing to try is a hard reset of the device. Right now something is wrong with it you should have on that device a remote desktop in the start menu or in the programs. If it is not there we need to see if we can get the device back working correctly. Now this is up to you if you don't mine not seeing the software/hardware/or serial number and not having the remote desktop you do not need to hard reset.
to hard reset go here http://www.palm.com/cgi-bin/cso_kbURL.cgi?ID=887
If you have any questions post back.
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Software/hardware Registration Database

Is there a way to access the records of the software you have personally registered over the years? I have been involved with Apple software and hardware since the days of the IIGS and do the curriculum technology support at a middle school. We have registered tons of software/hardware over the years, I was just curious to see if I could look at what I have registered.
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Do you mean a data modelling tool?
What are your other requirements? For Windows? Obviously you don't want to pay for it but do you need a tool for jless than 30 days (in which case you could use an evaluation copy) or for longer (in which case your options are more limited)? Do you wan to be able to generate DDL? Just for Oracle or for other databases too?
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Where can I find a list of compatible software/hardware that will work with Yosemite?

Before I upgrade to Yosemite I would like to see a list of incompatible software/hardware to help me decide to upgrade or not.

I have success still with Photoshop CS3, though you will need to download a java package, but it takes you right to the download for that and it works just fine.. Basically it seems if it ran under Snow Leopard (barring of course the PPC code that used Rosetta) it runs in Yosemite. Heck, using an updated menucracker, I managed to keep my iStat 2 menus working!

I got new hard driver for my MacBook I don't have the cd but I do have flash drive that has the software I need help because when I turn on my laptop it shows me a file with question mark how can I install the software from the flash driver?

I got new hard driver for my MacBook I don't have the cd but I do have flash drive that has the software I need help because when I turn on my laptop it shows me a file with question mark how can I install the software from the flash driver?

Hold down the Option key while you boot your Mac. Then, it should show you a selection of devices. Click your flash drive and it will boot from that.

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