Cisco Aironet Series 2800/3800 Access Point Deployment Guide - Cisco aironet 2800 series Deployment Manual

Physical Hardware and Mounting Options
Above the Ceiling Tiles
Installing APs above the ceiling tiles should only be done when mounting below the ceiling is not an
Note
option. The tiles must not be conductive; such installations can certainly degrade advanced RF features
such as voice and location, so verify coverage and performance. Always try to mount the AP as close to
the inside middle of the tile as possible, and avoid areas with obstructions.
Figure 26: Installing AP above ceiling tiles: Pick an area clear of obstructions, avoid ceiling clutter

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