Set up your Salespath tablet WiFi
OurSalespath tablets will need to have good, consistent wifi access in the area near the pay stations. This enables to make sure that each presentation session is saved, and is not corrupted because of wifi failure during the presentation. For most clients, the current wifi strength is not sufficient.
Step #1: Test
If you have existing wifi, and are confident it is strong enough in the selling area, first test the signal strength. You can download a free app like this one from the Apple store or this one from the Google Play store. Once you download it, make sure you are connected to the wifi network and then run a test while standing near the pay stations. Take and send us a screenshot from one of these apps.
Step #2: Install Outdoor Wireless Access Point
Option #1: Hiring a Local Technician
The easiest way to ensure your network is setup correctly is to hire a local computer company or technician. While this does cost more than the DIY route, it ensures your networking for your whole site is properly configured. The computer company can then install a wireless access point somewhere in the vicinity of the pay station area if needed.
Option #2: DIY Outdoor Access Point
If you choose to handle the install yourself, we recommend using the TP-Link Omada EAP610 Outdoor Access Point. You can purchase on Amazon for approximately $130.
This wireless access point can be installed on the outside of your building facing the pay stations within 50-100’, with clear line of sight. It will need an ethernet (cat5 or cat6) connection directly from your router.
The wireless access point only requires the one ethernet line, but it requires POE and can be delivered if you have a POEswitch or a POEinjector.
Once your new access point is installed and working, follow the steps to test listed above.