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The standard detachable antennas supplied with the Access Point 8200 are
suitable for a broad variety of environments. If you require a different type of
antenna for the Access Point 8200, several options are available by model
number from the 3Com Web site (www.3Com.com). (Access Point 8500 does
not support interchangeable antennas.)
For each of the antenna models, you will need either a 6-foot accessory cable
(model 3CWE480) or a 20-foot accessory cable (model 3CWE481) to provide the
transition from the SMA connector on the access point to the N-type connector
on the antenna.
To ensure the physical safety of anyone near the antenna and to prevent damage
to the access point, follow the building codes for antenna installations in your
area. Also, when connecting the optional antenna to the access point, remember
to use only the A-side connector on the access point, on the right when
properly installed.
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Position the antenna so that there are minimal obstacles between it and any
client with which it will communicate. While maintaining a direct line of sight
between the antenna and a client is not strictly necessary, such an
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