Brocade Mobility 7131 Installation Guide - Dependent Mode (Supporting software release 4.1.0.0 and later) - Manual (Page 12)

Mobility 7131 placement
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4 Brocade Mobility 7131 Installation Guide - Dependent Mode
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Mobility 7131 placement
For optimal performance, install the Mobility 7131 away from transformers,
heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators and other
industrial equipment. Signal loss can occur when metal, concrete, walls or floors
block transmission. Install the Mobility 7131 in open areas or add access points as
needed to improve coverage.
Place the Mobility 7131 using the following guidelines:
• Install the Mobility 7131 at an ideal height of 10 feet from the ground.
• Orient the Mobility 7131 antennas vertically for best reception.
• Point the Mobility 7131 antennas downward if attaching to the ceiling.
Brocade recommends conducting a site survey to define and document radio
interference obstacles before installing the Mobility 7131 to maximize its radio
coverage area.
Mobility 7131 antenna options
Brocade supports two antenna suites for the Mobility 7131. One antenna suite
supporting the 2.4 GHz band and another antenna suite supporting the 5 GHz
band. Select an antenna model best suited to the intended operational
environment of your Mobility 7131.
Antenna connectors for single radio model Mobility 7131s are located on the same
side of the access point as the LAN and WAN port connections (GE1/POE and GE2).
On single radio versions, the R-SMA connectors can support both bands and should
be connected to a R-SMA dual-band antenna or an appropriate single band
antenna.