Wireless vs. Wired

AM3 can establish both wired and wireless networks for any building’s residents. While the convenience of wireless is the preference of many residents, considerations must be given to the many factors that can have an impact on wireless delivery.

AM3 “wired” networks require a wired connection to an active port, in an Ethernet environment, or a wired connection to a modem, which in turn is connected to a cable or phone outlet in the residence. A resident can add wireless service inside their residence at any time, by purchasing and installing a wireless access point-commonly available at many retailers. These wireless access points are inexpensive, reliable, and since they are located inside the resident unit, commonly able to saturate the entire home with strong wireless internet signal.

AM3 does offer wireless service using enterprise grade access points, when requested by an Association or Owner, but prefers to limit the approach to delivery in common areas, like pool decks, lobbies or meeting rooms.

Wireless delivery throughout a residential building can pose challenges:

• Construction that includes steel wall joists can inhibit signal inside resident units
• Resident computer locations may not be ideal for the wireless signal that emanates from outside the resident unit
• Residents using older equipment can actually slow the wireless network for other users, as central wireless access points are programmed to meet the lowest delivery need
• Heavy simultaneous usage can slow data exchange rates for all users

Talk to your AM3 representative about implementing a mix of wired and wireless internet service, and the resident benefits of each. AM3 has a flexible solution for any need.