Installation Guidelines; Basic Guidelines; Coverage Options - Cisco Aironet 340 Series Hardware Installation Manual

Chapter 2 Installation
Warning

Installation Guidelines

Basic Guidelines

Coverage Options

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This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit
(overcurrent) protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no
larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is used
on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).
This section describes things to keep in mind when installing your Access Point.
Sections include:
Basic Guidelines
•
Coverage Options
•
• Site Surveys
Because the Access Point is a radio device, it is susceptible to common causes of
interference that can reduce throughput and range. Follow these basic guidelines
to ensure the best possible performance:
Install the Access Point in an area where large steel structures such as
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shelving units, bookcases, and filing cabinets do not obstruct radio signals to
and from the Access Point.
• Install the Access Point away from microwave ovens. Microwave ovens
operate on the same frequency as the Access Point and can cause signal
interference.
The network architecture options of wireless stations and Access Points provide
for a variety of coverage alternatives and flexibility. The network can be designed
to provide a wide coverage area with minimal overlap or a narrow coverage area
with heavy overlap. A narrow coverage area with heavy overlap improves
network performance and protection against downtime if a component fails.
Cisco Aironet Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
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