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selecting the final location and be sure to allow for routing the antenna cable as 
required.

Do not install the access point in wet or dusty areas without protection. Make sure 
the temperature ranges between –20˚ C to 55˚ C (–4˚ F to 131˚ F).

 

The access point is supplied with standard detachable antennas. These should be 
attached before the access point is installed.

 

Carefully unpack the standard detachable antennas.

 

Screw an antenna into each of the sockets in the access point housing.

 

Hand-tighten the antennas.

 

Position the antennas so they turn out and away from the access point at a 
45-degree angle. 

As a rule, the initial orientation of the antennas should be perpendicular to the 
floor. After network startup, you may need to adjust the antennas to fine-tune 
coverage in your area.

Depending on the coverage required for your site, you may want to replace the 
standard detachable antennas with one of the external antennas available for use 
with the access point. See “Selecting A Different Antenna” on page 11.

 

The access point can be placed on a flat surface such as a table or desktop or it 
can be mounted on a wall or to the T-rail grid of an acoustical ceiling. If you 
choose a flat surface, select one that is clear of obstructions and provides good 
reception. Place the access point and adjust the antenna so that the arms point up 
and away from the access point at a 45˚ angle.