Wireless
Orchid has extensive experience in the wireless arena. Although wireless network devices are very common place now, it is imperative that any wireless installation is correctly specified and evaluated prior to installation.
The experienced network consultants at Orchid can provide free of charge site surveys to ensure the coverage you require is achieved. Taking into account estimated usage levels and the actual physicalities of the building itself; in conjunction with the use of test equipment, we can ensure that the system quoted will work to specification.
It is also important when installing a wireless network that security considerations are taken into account. For example, out of the box most wireless access points are completely open and unsecured. This means that anybody with a wireless device could connect to your network and access your network resources and files. Our consultants will explain the variety of security procedures that can be put in place and advise as to the best method of ensure that your network is safe from unwelcome intruders.
In addition to this, Orchid has considerable experience in providing wireless building to building links. This can be achieved via a variety of methods, the most popular being microwave connections, or for short runs standard wi-fi links. These solutions can provide a very cost effective method of connecting remote locations to your existing network. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact your Orchid account manager.
Aruba Wireless LAN
Orchid are official authorised re-sellers and technically accredited partners of Aruba, one of the worlds leading providers of 802.11 a,b,g & n based wireless technologies.
Through Orchid, Aruba Networks provides enterprise level commercial wireless LAN technologies delivering highly configurable, secure and customisable solutions to the Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Retail and Leisure industries.
Aruba Networks product portfolio contains the following features:
- Business continuity
- Compliance
- Enterprise Mesh
- Guest Access
- Intrusion Detection
- Location & Tracking
- Network Management
- Remote Networking
- Network Rightsizing
- Video Surveillance
- Voice over Wireless LAN



