The NetAlly AIRCHECK-G2 Wi-Fi Tester is designed for network professionals who need to validate that a WLAN is working or need to resolve problems related to connectivity and performance. The AirCheck G2 Wi-Fi Tester's intuitive user interface provides actionable intelligence, simplifying wireless troubleshooting and validation. AirCheck G2 is the most cost-effective hardware-enabled site survey solution, and provides network professionals of any skill level with complete and accurate information to validate Wi-Fi deployments and changes, resolve connectivity and performance problems quickly, speed up closure of trouble tickets, and ensure your Wi-Fi network meets end users' needs.

AirMapper Site Survey App

AirMapper Site Survey App

With the AirMapper app, AirCheck G2 users can quickly and easily gather location-based Wi-Fi measurements and create visual heat maps of key performance metrics in the Link-Live Cloud Service or AirMagnet Survey PRO (sold separately). Simple to use, the AirMapper app is ideal for quick site surveys of new deployments, change validation, and performance verification.

AirMapper Site Survey on AirCheck G2 provides accurate and complete heat maps by measuring Wi-Fi performance from the perspective of other mobile devices. Users can map RF signal coverage and visualize Wi-Fi network performance at every location on the floor. The ease and portability of this solution enables technicians to quickly troubleshoot or validate the Wi-Fi networks by measuring the real-world experience of mobile device users.

With the cloud-based Link-Live service or AirMagnet Survey PRO (sold separately) creating powerful visualizations of the recorded data, centralized engineers can analyze test results from far-flung remote sites without travel.

Access Point Discovery

Quickly view all the APs present in the environment and see critical parameters for each one, including signal level, signal/noise ratio, security type, and channel. Find common issues, such as incorrect security type, poor signal coverage, or incorrect channel.

Sort or filter by any parameter, then drill into any AP to set its authorization level and see more details, including number of connected clients, supported rates, 802.11n/ac/ax capabilities and more. From the AP details page, drill into a list of connected clients, or the channel on which the AP operates, to verify any channel utilization or co-channel interference problems.

From here you can also use a locator tool to find an AP, set Access Control status (ACL), or you can perform a packet capture.

Network Discovery

Quickly view all the networks present in the environment and see critical parameters for each one, including signal level, signal/noise ratio, security type, and number of access points. Find common issues such as mixed security types, poor signal coverage, or lack of secondary AP coverage.

Sort or filter by any parameter, then drill into greater detail on any network, including 802.11 types supported, number of connected clients, channels, and more. From the network details page, drill into a list of APs or clients on the network.

Sample Ethernet Test

Wired Ethernet Tests

The AirCheck G2's built-in Ethernet test validates that APs have a working back haul connection to the network.

Diagnose and test Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), link to the switch, DHCP, Gateway, and Internet connections.

Get VLAN, switch name, and port information via CDP/LLDP/EDP for your managed switches.

Channel Utilization and Interference

Quickly determine if channels are over-utilized with Wi-Fi traffic and/or with non-Wi-Fi interference and noise. You can also gain visibility on the level of Wi-Fi traffic and interference over the last 60 seconds on a selected channel, as well as, the access points, clients, and interferers using this channel. Drill into details and detect devices that can cause interference, such as, microwave ovens, wireless game controllers, Bluetooth devices, Zigbee devices, and wireless video camera.

Sample AutoTest

Rogue Detection/Location, Client Details

The AirCheck G2 provides client Details conveying essential information about specific devices and their configuration. Track down rogue APs and unauthorized clients by following the real-time signal level meter and graph over time. Audible indication is provided, and the use of a USB headset for private audio is supported. The AirCheck G2 also supports the option of using an external directional antenna to save significant time when locating devices.

Network Connections Test

Verify network availability and access to critical services by connecting to a network (SSID) or AP with a single touch on the Connect button.

Key test steps include:

Once connected to a network, perform a roaming test to validate that roaming is enabled on the network, or run an iPerf performance test to verify throughput capabilities on the network.

Automated Test Results Management

Serving as a centralized test results and device management system, the free Link-Live cloud service transforms team workflows with the ability to quickly and easily log, document, and report test activity from all LinkSprinter, LinkRunner AT, LinkRunner G2, AirCheck G2, and EtherScope nXG hand-held network testers. Once the instrument is connected to the Link-Live Cloud Service, your test results are automatically uploaded to the dashboard for project management and reporting. You have the option of uploading additional files, surveys, screenshots, images, profiles, packet captures, location information, and comments anytime. Also, certain NetAlly instruments with AllyCare Support can receive firmware updates "over the network" from Link-Live as they become available.

An API is available to retrieve and integrate data from Link-Live into other management platforms, such as your troubleticket application or network management system. This gives you the ability to easily provide proof-of-performance and better manage jobs and staff efficiency.