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Wi-Fi
Overview
When preparing the Wi-Fi infrastructure for an Apple device deployment, there are several
factors to consider:
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Wi-Fi throughput
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Wi-Fi trigger threshold
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Required coverage area
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Number and density of devices using the Wi-Fi network
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Types of Apple devices and their Wi-Fi capabilities
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Types and amount of data being transferred
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Security requirements for accessing the wireless network
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Encryption requirements
Although this list isn’t exhaustive, it represents some of the most relevant Wi-Fi network
design factors.
Note: This section focuses on Wi-Fi network design in North America. The design may dier in
other countries.
Wi-Fi throughput
As you plan to deploy iOS devices within your organization, make sure your Wi-Fi network and
supporting infrastructure are robust and up to date. Consistent and dependable access to a
strong network is critical to setting up and conguring iOS devices. In addition, being able
to support multiple iOS devices with simultaneous connections from all of your employees,
students, or teachers is important to the success of your program.
Important: Your user and their iOS device must have access to your wireless network
and Internet services for setup and conguration. You may need to congure your web
proxy or rewall ports to allow all network trac from Apple’s devices to Apple’s network
(17.0.0.0/8), if Apple devices are unable to access Apple’s activation servers, iCloud, or
the iTunes Store. For a list of ports used by Apple devices, see the Apple Support article
TCP and UDP ports used by Apple software products.
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