Site Requirements - Cisco AIR-PCM340 Installation And Configuration Manual

Site Requirements

Site Requirements
Because the client adapter is a radio device, it is susceptible to RF obstructions and common sources of
interference that can reduce throughput and range. Follow these guidelines to ensure the best possible
performance:
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optimum placement of your Macintosh workstation.
Cisco Aironet Wireless LAN Adapters Installation and Configuration Guide for Mac OS
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Install the client adapter in an area where large steel structures such as shelving units, bookcases,
and filing cabinets will not obstruct radio signals to and from the client adapter.
Install the client adapter away from microwave ovens and 2.4 GHz cordless phones. These devices
operate on the same frequency as the client adapter and can cause signal interference.
Appendix E, "Positioning Wireless Devices,"
Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation
for additional guidelines on achieving
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