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SonicOS 5.8.1 Administrator Guide
Before Reading this Section
When using RF data to locate threats, keep in mind that wireless signals are affected by many
factors. Before continuing, take note of the following:
• Signal strength is not always a good indicator of distance - Obstructions such as walls,
wireless interference, device power output, and even ambient humidity and temperature
can affect the signal strength of a wireless device.
• A MAC Address is not always permanent - While a MAC address is generally a good
indicator of device type and manufacturer, this address is susceptible to change and can
be spoofed. Likewise, originators of RF threats may have more than one hardware device
at their disposal.
Using Sensor ID to Determine RF Threat Location
In the Discovered RF Threat Stations list, the Sensor field indicates which Sonic Point is
detecting the particular threat. Using the sensor ID and MAC address of the SonicPoint allows
you to easily determine the location of the SonicPoint that is detecting the threat.
Timesaver For this section in particular (and as a good habit in general), you may find it helpful to keep
a record of the locations and MAC addresses of your SonicPoint devices.
Step 1 Navigate to the SonicPoint > RF Management page in the SonicWALL Management Interface.
Step 2 In the Discovered RF Threat Stations table, locate the Sensor for the SonicPoint that is
detecting the targeted RF threat and record the number.
Step 3 Navigate to SonicPoint > SonicPoints.
Step 4 In the SonicPoints table, locate the SonicPoint that matches the Sensor number you recorded
in Step 2.
Step 5 Record the MAC address for this SonicPoint and use it to find the physical location of the
SonicPoint.
The RF threat is likely to be in the location that is served by this SonicPoint.
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Sensor - Identifies which
individual SonicPoint(s)
are detecting the RF threat.