Dual-Band Outdoor Access Point / Bridge User Guide

Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1
Package Checklist 1-2
Hardware Description 1-2
Integrated High-Gain Antenna 1-3
External Antenna Options 1-3
Ethernet Port 1-4
Power Injector Module 1-4
Receive Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) BNC Connector 1-5
Grounding Point 1-5
Wall- and Pole-Mounting Bracket Kits 1-5
System Configuration 1-5
Features and Benefits 1-6
System Defaults 1-6
Chapter 2: Network Configuration 2-1
Access Point Topologies 2-1
Ad Hoc Wireless LAN (no Access Point or Bridge) 2-1
Infrastructure Wireless LAN 2-2
Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs 2-3
Bridge Link Topologies 2-4
Point-to-Point Configuration 2-4
Point-to-Multipoint Configuration 2-4
Chapter 3: Bridge Link Planning 3-1
Data Rates 3-1
Radio Path Planning 3-2
Antenna Height 3-3
Antenna Position and Orientation 3-4
Radio Interference 3-5
Weather Conditions 3-5
Ethernet Cabling 3-6
Grounding 3-6
Chapter 4: Hardware Installation 4-1
Testing Basic Link Operation 4-1
Mount the Unit 4-1
Using the Pole-Mounting Bracket 4-1
Using the Wall-Mounting Bracket 4-3
Connect External Antennas 4-4
Connect Cables to the Unit 4-5
Connect the Power Injector 4-5
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