Cabletron Systems 802.11 manual Reviewing the Site Preparation Checklist, Mounting requirements

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Site Preparation Guide

Reviewing the Site Preparation Checklist

Lightning protection

Determine the mounting location for the lightning rod (positioned near the antenna).

Ensure an earth ground location for the antenna structure and lightning arrestor.

Mounting requirements

Determine the type of mounting that is required (tripod, wall mount, etc.)

Consider that three guy wires are needed for each 10-foot (3 meter) section of the mast; for example, 20 feet of mast requires six guy wires.

Line of sight

Determine the mounting location for the antenna.

Ensure that the back of the antenna is clear.

Ensure that remote and local antennas can see each other.

Ensure that no obstacles are in the direct path or within the defined zone of the two sites. Consider whether any RF interference is present.

Installation Requirements

Determine the best location for the Access Point.

Determine the length of cable required from the antenna to the Access Point. Ensure the location has an accessible Ethernet connection.

Ensure the location has accessible power.

Determine the distance between buildings.

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