FAQs for Enterprises Interested in Becoming a SesameSpot

• What is my R.O.I.?
• Where will all the equipment be located?
• What new equipment will the SesameSpot Host need?
• Can I use my current router and network equipment?
• How long does it take to install?
• Can the mobile professional access my corporate LAN by default?
• Can I gain access from a SesameSpot to my own corporate LAN?
• Can I provide access to a file or print server on my corporate LAN to a mobile professional in one of my conference rooms?
• How do you handle system abuse?
• Can a SesameSpot work in conjunction with my firewall?
• Can I limit the amount of bandwidth for my Wi-FI connection ?
• What type of Internet service do I need to host a SesameSpot?
• What is the benefit of using a SesameSpot rather than an open wireless connection?
• Are there other added benefits?

What is my R.O.I.?
Typically a single user per SesameSpot per month is the break even point.

Where will all the equipment be located?
System components are usually hidden from view in a cabinet or above the ceiling.

What new equipment will the SesameSpot Host need?
A SesameSpot requires at least one Sesame Access Manager and at least one Wi-Fi Access Point. You may need to purchase an Internet router if you do not already have one.

Can I use my current router and network equipment?
Most mainstream routers are supported. Please contact us for details.

How long does it take to install?
The typically setup time for a basic configuration is two to three hours. Large installations will take longer.

Can the mobile professional access my corporate LAN by default ?
No. Wi-Fi access is only provided to the Internet. Specific services like printing are also provided through browser based functionality so your corporate LAN is never accessed.

Can I gain access from a SesameSpot to my own corporate LAN?
Yes, provided you have VPN access set up.

Can I provide access to a file or print server on my corporate LAN to a mobile professional in one of my conference rooms ?
Yes, using Sesame Networks Mobile Broadband Office solution, printing services can be made available to your mobile allied professionals.

How do you handle system abuse?
Activity patterns are tracked and can be matched to cell phone numbers.

Can a SesameSpot work in conjunction with my firewall?
Yes, the Sesame Access Manager can be placed behind the firewall. Your firewall will need to have a few ports forwarded to allow guest authentication, Internet traffic and firmware upgrades as part of our service management. It is perfectly acceptable to install the SAM be installed outside the firewall for simplicity and security reasons. The SAM is a firewall in its own right.

Can I limit the amount of bandwidth for my Wi-FI connection?
Yes, you can limit the overall bandwidth of the Wi-Fi connetion and the bandwidth allocated to each mobile user.

What type of Internet service do I need to host a SesameSpot?
Sesame’s solution will not work with Dial up connections. We also do not recommend using ISDN as the connection speed is too slow. The SesameSpot is ideal for Cable, DSL, T1, T3 or higher bandwidth connections.

What is the benefit of using a SesameSpot rather than an open wireless connection?
Providing open access to a wireless connection means that anybody can engage in illicit Internet behavior using your connection. This would be detrimental to the corporate brand. By using a SesameSpot you are providing free Internet access to your allied professionals (customers, consultants, out-of-town employees, etc) while knowing that they are traceable and you are safe.

Are there other added benefits?
Yes. The login in page is branded with your enterprises corporate logo, to reaffirm your brand to your customers. Once logged in, the user is immediately redirected to a webpage that is chosen by you. Some of our customers have used this webpage to sell ad space, redirect to a survey, or have a small presentation about the company or new product. Also the SesameSpot offers valuable usage reporting tools about your wireless users.