Site Preparation Guide
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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.