Episode 40: Wireless Roaming and Sticky Clients
Wireless networks are designed for mobility, but when devices move between access points, things can go wrong. In this episode, we explore wireless roaming behavior and what happens when clients fail to transition smoothly between APs. You'll learn how sticky clients cling to weak signals instead of switching to stronger nearby access points, causing poor performance and dropped connections. We discuss how roaming thresholds, signal thresholds, and controller-based features like fast roaming can help improve user experience.
We also explain how to diagnose roaming issues using controller logs, signal maps, and client monitoring tools. Topics like 802.11k, 802.11r, and 802.11v are introduced to help you understand modern enhancements that support seamless handoffs. Whether you're designing for mobility or troubleshooting complaints about Wi-Fi performance in motion, this episode gives you the insights to support fast, reliable transitions across your wireless infrastructure.
