Access Point Placement

Observe the following recommended guidelines to help ensure a successful network deployment:

  1. Identify each piece of the mounting bracket and mounting extension arm hardware and ancillary hardware.
  2. Mount the device with the black gore vent down.
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    AP-8163 Gore Vent
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    • Mounting height for network devices should not exceed 30 to 35 feet. Mounting height should vary to accommodate the topography of the deployment area, foliage, and other obstructions.
    • Devices can be deployed using any of the recommended outdoor deployment procedures.
    • Line of Sight (LoS) guidelines should be given special consideration when deploying devices.