Edge-Core WA6202A, User Manual

Page: 13 / 332

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1
Radio Characteristics 1-1
Package Checklist 1-2
Hardware Description 1-2
LED Indicators 1-3
Integrated High-Gain Antenna 1-5
External Antenna Options 1-5
Ethernet Port 1-6
Power Injector Module 1-6
Grounding Point 1-7
Water Tight Test Point 1-7
Wall- and Pole-Mounting Bracket Kit 1-7
System Configuration 1-8
Features and Benefits 1-8
Chapter 2: Network Configuration 2-1
Access Point Topologies 2-1
Infrastructure Wireless LAN 2-2
Infrastructure Wireless LAN for Roaming Wireless PCs 2-3
Bridge Link Topologies 2-4
Point-to-Point Configuration 2-4
Point-to-Multipoint Configuration 2-5
Chapter 3: Bridge Link Planning 3-1
Data Rates 3-1
Radio Path Planning 3-1
Antenna Height 3-2
Antenna Position and Orientation 3-4
Radio Interference 3-5
Weather Conditions 3-5
Ethernet Cabling 3-5
Grounding 3-6
Chapter 4: Hardware Installation 4-1
Testing Basic Link Operation 4-1
Mount the Unit 4-1
ix