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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Confirm requirements for home office wireless network
   • Document client requirements and confirm with appropriate person
   • Identify available documentation and technical support options
   • Identify the digital devices to be connected to the network and confirm wireless network component requirements
   • Take action to ensure client support expectations are covered by vendor warranty and support services
   • Ensure required work health and safety (WHS) standards are incorporated as part of the installation process
2. Prepare for installation
   • Obtain digital devices and wireless network components
   • Validate that contents of delivered components and physical contents match the packing list and resolve discrepancies if necessary
   • Determine internet service provider (ISP) connection properties
3. Install and configure the wireless router and adapters
   • Install the wireless router
   • Configure the wireless router using the router configuration properties
   • Install the wireless adapters
   • Configure the wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) system
4. Secure the wireless system
   • Set the security components of the system
   • Test the security components
   • Review any updated documentation regarding security issues and the components used

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

determine suitable wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) requirements for small home office style settings

connect and integrate Wi-Fi components into a small office system safely

install and configure wireless routers and adapters as part of a Wi-Fi system

secure components of a Wi-Fi system.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

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Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify computer component installation procedures

describe current industry accepted Wi-Fi network products

describe Wi-Fi installation requirements

identify and describe common Wi-Fi systems and Wi-Fi security considerations

identify internet service provider (ISP) connection protocols

identify and describe relevant work health and safety (WHS) procedures for electrical equipment

identify wireless network components.

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