Brocade Enterprise Wireless LAN Antenna Specification Guide, Version 1.5 - Manual (Page 20)

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Antenna accessories for Brocade enterprise WLANs
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Choosing the right antenna and accessories for your WLAN
It is important to consider a number of factors when choosing an antenna and accessories for your
Brocade enterprise WLAN. To choose the right components, you'll need to know:
• Where is the antenna to be installed, and what type of coverage is required. Knowing the
intended radio band is central. Determine if the intended radio coverage area supports dual
2.4/5.2 band traffic. Has the antenuation of the coverage been discerned in respect to known
barriers.
• The band (802.11b/g/n or 802.11a/n) your network supports
• Which Brocade AP to use
• Whether you will be deploying the network indoors or outdoors
• The distance between AP and antenna, to determine extender cable length, if any
• The serviceablity requirement for each AP and antenna deployment
Review the chart to determine which antennas suit your needs. Using the part numbers provided,
determine which of the antennas will work with your hardware in your environment.