Typical Outdoor Installation Components; Installation Guidelines - Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Hardware Installation Manual

Chapter 2 Installation Overview

Typical Outdoor Installation Components

The access point/bridge is designed to be installed in an outdoor environment, typically on a tower or a
tall building. A typical installation diagram is shown in
Figure 2-1
LAN network
Ground wires must comply with Sections 810 and 820 of the National Electrical Code and Section 54 of
Note
the Canadian Electrical Code.
To ensure correct installation and grounding, install the access point/bridge in compliance with your
Caution
local and national electrical codes: National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70, National Electrical
Code (U.S.); Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA 22.1 (Canada); and if local or national electrical
codes are not available, refer to IEC 364, Part 1 through 7 (other countries).
Note The grounding block is not required for indoor installations of the access point/bridge.

Installation Guidelines

Because the access point/bridge 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:
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Typical Outdoor Installation Diagram
Category 5
Ethernet
cable
Power
injector
Power
module
Install the access point/bridge in an area where structures, trees, or hills do not obstruct radio signals
to and from the unit.
Install the access point/bridge at a height sufficient to provide a clear line-of-sight signal path.
Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Hardware Installation Guide
Figure 2-1.
Building
entrance
Indoor
Outdoor
Grounding
block
Dual-coax
cables
Installation Guidelines
Integrated
or
external antenna
Bridge
Dual-coax
cables
Ground
(see note)
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