Installing the Access Point
Aiming Point-to-Multipoint ZoneFlex P300s
ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B
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Use the 5G through PWR LEDs to determine the signal strength:
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When all four 5G through PWR LEDs are solid green, the ZoneFlex P300 is
receiving the strongest signal possible.
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When some LEDs are flashing green or off, reposition the ZoneFlex P300
antenna to achieve a better signal.
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When the highest number of LEDs are solid green, tighten the antenna or
ZoneFlex P300 mount to align the antenna with the strongest signal.
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Repeat this procedure for the far-end ZoneFlex P300.
Verifying Association Between the ZoneFlex P300s
Aiming Point-to-Multipoint ZoneFlex P300s
In a point-to-multipoint installation, the procedure is slightly different.
NOTE
For point-to-point installations, refer to
Aiming Point-to-Point ZoneFlex
.
NOTE
When two ZoneFlex P300s are mounted closely together (for instance, on
the same pole), make sure that the active antennas are mounted at least one meter
(39.3 inches) apart. When there is more separation, it is less likely that either
ZoneFlex P300 will experience avoidable RF interference. If possible, the units
should be on different channels, but this separation should be maintained even when
the ZoneFlex P300s are using different channels.
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Choose the “optimal pair” (one root bridge and one non-root bridge) for your
network. The “optimal pair” can be determined by placement location,
throughput requirements, or other factors.
For example, if you are installing three non-root bridges spaced away from each
other, you would likely want to choose the one closest to the middle of the root
bridge coverage area. This can help provide an optimal balance of performance
for all three non-root bridges.
2
Complete the aiming procedure for the selected “optimal pair” first, as described
in
Aiming Point-to-Point ZoneFlex P300s
3
Repeat the aiming procedure for each additional non-root bridge, while leaving
the root bridge antenna fixed.
