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Enterasys Wireless ® External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide P/N 9034559-08...
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Conventions Used in This Guide ........................xii Getting Help ..............................xii Chapter 1: AP Site Preparation Enterasys Wireless Access Points that Support External Antennas .............. 1-1 Choosing Antennas for Wireless Network Configurations ................1-2 Determining the Antenna Locations ....................... 1-3 Outdoor Distances with Cables ........................
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Mounting Antenna Model WS-AIO-2S07060 and WS-AIO-5S12060 ..........3-16 Mounting Antenna Model WS-AIO-5S17017 ..................3-20 Mounting Antenna Model WS-AIO-2S14090 ..................3-24 Mounting Antenna Model WS-AIO-5S15090 ..................3-25 Mounting Antenna Model WS-AIO-2S18018 ..................3-28 Mounting Antenna Model WS-AO-5D16060..................3-30 Mounting Antenna Model WS-AO-5D23009..................3-33 Mounting Antenna Model WS-AI-DT04360 ..................
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Low-Loss Antenna Cable ..........................B-3 Lightning Protector ............................B-6 Attenuators ..............................B-7 Figures Fresnel Zone and Line of Sight Clearance ..................1-11 Potential Obstacles to Line of Sight (not to scale) ................1-13 AP2620 Installation Overview......................2-2 AP3620 and AP3640 Installation Overview ..................2-4...
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AP 3660 Installation..........................2-6 AP3765e and AP3767e External Antenna Cable Installation ............. 2-7 AP3765e and AP3767e Installation Overview..................2-8 AP3710e External Antenna Cable Installation..................2-9 Lightning Protector Installation ......................3-4 WS-AO-DS05360 Antenna......................... 3-8 Mounting the WS-AO-DS05360 Antenna to a Pole ................3-9 WS-AI-2S03360 Antenna .........................
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3-53 WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 Antenna Drilling Template..........3-45 3-54 Mounting the Adapters on the WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 Antennas...... 3-46 3-55 Mounting the WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 Antennas on a Pole ........ 3-47 3-56 WS-AO-2S10360 and WS-AO-5S10360 Antennas ................3-47 3-57 Mounting the WS-AO-2S10360 and WS-AO-5S10360 Antennas to a Pole ........3-48 3-58 WS-ANT21 Antenna .........................
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Antennas for Wireless Network Configurations .................. 1-2 Distance Between AP3620/AP3640 Antennas (LAN to LAN/Multipoint) ..........1-4 Distance Between AP2620 Antennas (LAN to LAN/Point-to-Point) ........... 1-5 Distance Between AP3660 Antennas (LAN to LAN/MultiPoint) ............1-6 Distance Between AP3765e and AP3767e Antennas (LAN to LAN/MultiPoint)......... 1-9 Typical Antenna Height Requirements —...
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1-12 Pigtail Options ..........................1-19 Enterasys Wireless AP2620 Installation Components ............... 2-3 Enterasys Wireless AP3620 and AP3640 Installation Components........... 2-5 Enterasys Wireless AP3660 Installation Components ............... 2-6 AP3765e and AP3767e Installation Components ................2-8 WS-AO-DS05360 Pole Mounting Kit ....................3-9 Mounting Kit Components for the WS-AIO-DS05120 Antenna ............
About This Guide This guide describes the requirements for the successful installation of the Enterasys Wireless external antennas used in a wireless network. An Enterasys Wireless network consists of access points, controllers, antennas, and associated accessories. Electrical Hazard: Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures.
A description of the failure • A description of any action(s) already taken to resolve the problem (for example, changing mode switches or rebooting the unit) • The serial and revision numbers of all involved Enterasys Networks products in the network...
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Network load and frame size at the time of trouble (if known) • The device history (for example, if you have returned the device before, or if this a recurring problem) • Any previous Return Material Authorization (RMA) numbers Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide xiii...
AP Site Preparation This chapter describes the site requirements for the successful installation of Enterasys Wireless antennas. This information is intended for sales engineers or site evaluators. For information about... Refer to page... Enterasys Wireless Access Points that Support External Antennas...
Fade margin. A Fade margin of 10 dB is used to account for different environmental conditions. • The throughput for the AP2620 is estimated as theoretical throughput with unidirectional traffic, no retries, and a 15% packet error rate (PER). Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 1-3...
Determining the Antenna Locations • The throughput for the AP3620, AP3640, and AP3660 is estimated as theoretical throughput with A-MPDU aggregated, unidirectional traffic, no retries, and a 15% packet error rate (PER). Notes: The distances listed in Table 1-3, Table 1-4, Table 1-5, and...
Determining the Antenna Locations Table 1-4 Distance Between AP2620 Antennas (LAN to LAN/Point-to-Point) Maximum Maximum Signal Rate Distance Throughput Antenna Model Pigtail and Cable Gain (Mbps) (meters) (Mbps) WS-AIO-2S14090 WS-CAB-L600-C25 26.3 WS-CAB-L600-C25 20.3 WS-CAB-L600-C25 3348 WS-CAB-L600C50 26.3 WS-CAB-L600C50 20.3 WS-CAB-L600C50...
Determining the Antenna Locations Table 1-5 Distance Between AP3660 Antennas (LAN to LAN/MultiPoint) Channel Signal Maximum Maximum Antenna Width Rate Distance Thruput Antenna Model Pigtail and Cable Gain 11n Rate (MHz) (Mbps) (meters) (Mbps) WS-AO-DS05360 WS-CAB-L600C25 MCS15 171.8 WS-CAB-L600C25 MCS2 35.7 WS-CAB-L600C25 MCS15...
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Determining the Antenna Locations Table 1-5 Distance Between AP3660 Antennas (LAN to LAN/MultiPoint) (continued) Channel Signal Maximum Maximum Antenna Width Rate Distance Thruput Antenna Model Pigtail and Cable Gain 11n Rate (MHz) (Mbps) (meters) (Mbps) 5.7-5.8 WS-AO-DS05360 WS-CAB-L600C25 MCS15 171.8 WS-CAB-L600C25 MCS2 35.7...
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Determining the Antenna Locations Table 1-6 Distance Between AP3765e and AP3767e Antennas (LAN to LAN/MultiPoint) (continued) Pigtail and Cable Channel Signal (All connections need Antenna Width Rate Dist Thruput Antenna Model Lightning Protectors) Gain 11n Rate (MHz) (Mbps) (meters) (Mbps) WS-AO-DS05360 WS-CAB-L600C25+LP MCS15...
D = Distance between the antennas in kilometers H = Height required to overcome earth curvature Table 1-7 on page 1-12 and Table 1-8 on page 1-12 list typical antenna height requirements. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 1-11...
Antenna Height If you are mounting the antenna on a roof, the antenna must have minimum clearance as specified in Table 1-7 on page 1-12 and Table 1-8 on page 1-12. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 1-13...
Antenna Models Table 1-9 on page 1-14 lists and provides a brief description of the antenna models offered by Enterasys Networks for use with Enterasys Wireless APs. Refer to Chapter 3 for antenna installation instructions.
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N Jack, 2 each WS-AI-DT04360 indoor Omni, 3 Inputs 2400-2500 Reverse Polarity SMA 4900-5990 Plugs, 3 each WS-AI-DT05120 indoor 120 Degree Sector 2300-2700 Reverse Directional, 3 Inputs Polarity SMA 4900-6100 Plugs, 3 each Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 1-15...
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Antenna Models Table 1-9 Supported External Antennas Listed by AP (continued) Enterasys Frequency Connector Wireless AP Model Application Description Gain (dBi) (MHz) Type AP3660 WS-AO-DS05360 outdoor Omni-Baton 2400-2500 Reverse 5150-5350 Polarity Type- N Jack WS-AO-2S10360 outdoor Omni-Baton 2400-2500 Reverse Polarity Type-...
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Panel Antenna 2400-2485 Reverse outdoor 802.11bg Polarity Type-N Jack WS-AIO-5S15090 indoor/ Panel Antenna 4900-6000 Reverse outdoor 802.11a Polarity Type-N Jack WS-AIO-2S18018 indoor/ Panel 2300-2500 Reverse outdoor Polarity Type-N Jack Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 1-17...
To ensure you order the right cable length, carefully determine the distance between the locations where you intend to mount the external antenna. Note: Enterasys Networks recommends using LMR600 (part numbers WS-CAB-L600C25 and WS- CAB-L600C50) for 5 GHz. Cable specifications are provided in...
Determine the guy wires needed. Typically, three guy wires are needed for each 3 meter (10 foot) section of the mast; for example, 6 meters (20 feet) of mast requires six guy wires. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 1-19...
Contacting an Antenna Installation Company Line of Sight Determine the mounting location for the antenna. Ensure that the back of the antenna is clear. Ensure that remote and local antennas can see each other. Ensure that no obstacles are in the direct path or within the defined zone of the two sites. Consider whether any Radio Frequency (RF) interference is present.
AP Placement and Configuration This chapter provides information for the antenna installer and network manager to determine where to place Enterasys Wireless APs and lightning protectors. This chapter also shows how to attach external antennas to the APs. For information about...
AP pigtail (Reverse Polarity SMA plug to Reverse Polarity Type-N jack) AP pigtail (Reverse Polarity SMA plug to Reverse Polarity Type-N plug) AP pigtail connector to AP external antenna connector AP2620 Access Point Connection to switch Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 2-3...
Enterasys Wireless AP3620 and AP3640 Enterasys Wireless AP3620 and AP3640 Figure 2-2 illustrates the Enterasys Wireless AP3620 and AP3640 to antenna cable configurations. Table 2-2 on page 2-5 lists the AP3620 and AP3640 installation components. Figure 2-2 AP3620 and AP3640 Installation Overview...
AP pigtail connector to AP external antenna connector AP3620/AP3640 Access Point Terminator cap used when the AP does not perform wireless data transmission on this connector Connection to switch Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 2-5...
Figure 2-4 AP3765e and AP3767e External Antenna Cable Installation “R1” is mapped to Radio 1 and “R2” is mapped to Radio 2 on the user interface of the Enterasys Wireless Controller. The antenna “A1” and “B1” connectors are mapped to the Left antenna and the antenna “A2” and “B2”...
Enterasys Wireless AP3710e Enterasys Wireless AP3710e Refer to the Enterasys Wireless Access Point Installation Guide for the AP3710 access points for more information about installation procedures. Figure 2-6 on page 2-9 shows the location of the Reverse SMA connectors on the AP to which the external antennas should be connected.
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Enterasys Wireless AP3710e 2-10 AP Placement and Configuration...
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Elektrische Spannung: Antennen dürfen nur von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal installiert werden. Antenneninstallateure müssen den geltenden Vorschriften entsprechend lizenziert oder zugelassen sein. Von Installationsarbeiten bei Nässe, Wind, Frost oder anderen gefährlichen Wetterbedingungen ist abzusehen. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-1...
Outdoor Antenna Kits Outdoor Antenna Kits The Enterasys Wireless outdoor antenna kits do NOT provide the following items, which may be necessary to install the antenna: • Mast or other antenna support structure • Guy wires • All cables or other hardware necessary for a complete grounding system •...
Code and safety standards that apply in your country. Always check with a qualified electrician to determine whether your outdoor installation is properly grounded. Precaución: el mástil de la antena, Enterasys Wireless AP y el pararrayos deben estar conectados al mismo punto de tierra (con tierras separadas), usando un conductor equipotencial. Se debe lograr una buena conexión eléctrica a una o más de las barras de tierra, usando cable para...
As close as possible to the point where the antenna cable enters the building. • Connect to the same grounding system as the Enterasys Wireless AP and the antenna mast. Figure 3-1 illustrates how to install the mounting components for the lightning protector.
(10 feet) above the roof. Antenna Polarization It does not matter what type of polarization you choose for your Enterasys Wireless antennas as long as the antenna at one end of the communications link is mounted in the same plane as the antenna at the other end.
Mounting the Antenna External Antenna Mounting Instructions WS-AO-DS05360 Go to page WS-AI-2S03360 Go to page 3-10 WS-AI-DS06360 Go to page 3-12 WS-AIO-DS05120 Go to page 3-14 WS-AIO-2S07060 Go to page 3-16 WS-AIO-5S12060 Go to page 3-16 WS-AIO-5S17017 Go to page 3-20 WS-AIO-2514090 Go to page...
To mount the antennas on the AP3710e, refer to the following sections. External Antenna Mounting Instructions WS-AI-DT04360 Go to page 3-38 WS-AI-DT05120 Go to page 3-40 WS-AI-DX02360 Go to page 3-55 WS-AI-DX07025 Go to page 3-56 Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-7...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting Antenna Model WS-AO-DS05360 Antenna model WS-AO-DS05360 is a ruggedized high-performance 2.4 and 5 GHz omni- directional baton antenna. Figure 3-2 shows the WS-AO-DS05360 antenna. Figure 3-2 WS-AO-DS05360 Antenna The WS-AO-DS05360 antenna can be mounted to a pole in exterior locations. Its flattened radiation pattern focuses energy along the horizontal plane to provide extended coverage in large rooms or vaulted areas.
5/16 inch nuts (item 4). Sandwich the antenna between the two clamps at its base and slide this assembly onto the U- bolt (see Figure 3-3). Secure in place using hardware provided. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-9...
Mounting the Antenna Secure the coaxial cable along the mast or pole using tape or cable ties. If installing one antenna, attach the connector to the AP unit's primary antenna connection. If installing a diversity system, attach the leads from the two antennas to the AP unit's primary and secondary jacks.
Figure 3-6. For installation on tiles with a recessed edge, use the plastic adapter clips provided. Note: Suspended-ceiling mounting clips are provided on the rear panel of the antenna package. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-11...
Mounting the Antenna Snap the clip onto the ceiling tile grid and then mount the antenna to the clips as shown in Figure 3-7. For installation on 9/16” rectangular mounting profile grid, install the supplied clips in the same manner. Figure 3-7 Mounting the Antenna Clips Ceiling grid...
Following the guiding holes found on the metal backplate of the antenna, use the included tapping screws to install antenna to the mounting surface. Recommended assembly torque is 3.0 N.M. Rotate the radome into place. Figure 3-9 WS-AI-DS06260 Antenna Mounting Alignment Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-13...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting Antenna Model WS-AIO-DS05120 The WS-AIO-DS05120 is a linearly polarized antenna that delivers controlled 120- degree sector coverage from 2.4-2.5 / 4.9-5.9 GHz. Figure 3-10 shows the WS-AIO-DS05120 antenna. Figure 3-10 WS-AIO-DS05120 Antenna The antenna mounts to any flat vertical surface with wall-anchors or it can be mounted to a pole. A pole mounting kit is included to allow attachment to a vertical pole.
Align and fasten antenna, MTE brackets and clamps as shown in Figure 3-11 using the 4 machine screws (item 2) and locknuts (item 6) provided. Tighten hardware securely. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-15...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting the WS-AIO-DS05120 Antenna on a Wall Figure 3-12 shows how to mount the WS-AO-DS05120 antenna on a wall. Table 3-2 on page 3-15 lists the components of the mounting kit. Figure 3-12 Mounting the WS-AIO-DS05120 Antenna on a Wall To install the antenna to the wall: Locate four 8-18 self-tapping screws (item 5) and four plastic wall anchors (item 4) in the mounting kit.
Mounting Template for the WS-AIO-2S07060 and WS-AIO-5S12060 Antennas Insert the wall anchors in the pilot holes. Route the antenna through the back of the mounting bracket. Cable routing options are shown Figure 3-15 on page 3-18. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-17...
Mounting the Antenna Figure 3-15 Cabling Options for the WS-AIO-2S07060 and WS-AIO-5S12060 Antenna Install the mounting brackets as shown in Figure 3-16. Figure 3-16 Articulating Wall Mount for the WS-AIO-2S07060 and WS-AIO-5S12060 Antennas 3-18 Antenna Installation...
Mounting the Antenna Install the antenna in the mounting bracket as shown in Figure 3-17. Figure 3-17 Articulating Wall Mount for the WS-AIO-2S07060 and WS-AIO-5S12060 Antennas Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-19...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting Antenna Model WS-AIO-5S17017 The WS-AIO-5S17017 is a 5.5 GHz panel antenna that can be mounted indoors or outdoors. Figure 3-18 shows a WS-AIO-5S17017antenna. Figure 3-18 Antenna Model WS-AIO-5S17017 The WS-AIO-5S17017 antenna can be mounted indoors or outdoors. For link installations, a line- of-sight path between antennas works best.
WS-AIO-5S17017 Antenna Mounting Kit and Assembly Table 3-3 Mounting Kit Components for the WS-AIO-5S17017 Item Quantity Description Wall/Mast mount Articulating arm Antenna mount Stainless steel nylon hex nut, 8/32 inch Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-21...
Mounting the Antenna Table 3-3 Mounting Kit Components for the WS-AIO-5S17017 Item Quantity Description Machine screw, 1/4 inch-20 x 1-1/4 inch Stainless steel split lock washer, 1/4 inch Flat washer, 1/4 inch Stainless steel hex nut, 1/4 inch-20 Plastic wall anchor, #8 Stainless steel machine screw, #8-18 x 3/4 inch Hose clamp To install the articulating mount to the antenna back plane (see...
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1/4 inch-20 nut (item 8). Loosen 1/4 inch pivot screws as needed to position antenna for desired azimuth and elevation steering. When antenna is adjusted, tighten all hardware securely. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-23...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting Antenna Model WS-AIO-2S14090 The WS-AIO-2S14090 is a 2.4 GHz dual-band sector antenna that can be mounted indoors or outdoors. Figure 3-22 shows a WS-AIO-2S14090 antenna.The WS-AIO-5S15090 antenna can also be installed on a pole. Figure 3-22 WS-AIO-2S14090 Antenna Mounting the WS-AIO-2S14090 Antenna on a Pole The adjustable mounting bracket (see...
The WS-AIO-5S15090 is a 2.4 and 5 GHz dual-band sector antenna that can be mounted in an exterior location. Figure 3-25 shows a WS-AIO-5S15090 antenna. The WS-AIO-5S15090 antenna can also be installed on a pole. Figure 3-25 WS-AIO-5S15090 Antenna Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-25...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting the WS-AIO-5S15090 Antenna on a Pole The adjustable mounting bracket (see Figure 3-26) included with your WS-AIO-5S15090 antenna provides down or uptilt mounting to a mast up to 2.88 inch O.D. (2.5 inch sched 40 pipe). To install the WS-AIO-5S15090 antenna to a pole: Assemble mount to antenna using the hardware provided as shown in Figure...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting Antenna Model WS-AIO-2S18018 The WS-AIO-2S18018 is a 2.4 GHz sector antenna that can be mounted in an exterior location. Figure 3-29 shows a WS-AIO-2S18018 antenna. The WS-AIO-2S18018 antenna can also be installed on a pole. Figure 3-29 WS-AIO-2S18018 Antenna Mounting the WS-AIO-2S18018 Antenna to a Pole The adjustable mounting bracket (see...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting Antenna Model WS-AO-5D16060 The WS-AO-5D16060 is a 5 GHz sector antenna that has 2 connectors for dual polarization. This antenna can be mounted in an exterior location. Figure 3-32 shows a WS-AO-5D16060 antenna. Table 3-4 describes the mounting kit for the WS-AO-DS16060 antenna. The WS-AO-DS16060 antenna can also be installed on a pole.
Attach the grooved bracket to the L bracket using items 2, 3, 4, and 5 as shown in Figure 3-34. Do not fasten the screws. Figure 3-34 Attaching the Grooved Bracket Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-31...
Mounting the Antenna Attach the antenna to the pole using items 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 as shown in Figure 3-35. Use tightening torque of 76 kg-cm. Figure 3-35 Attach Antenna to Pole Adjust the required tilt using the angular scale and fasten all screws and nuts at the required position as shown in Figure 3-36.
Mounting the Antenna Mounting the WS-AO-5D23009 Antenna to a Pole Note: Refer to Table 3-5 on page 3-33 for a complete list of parts that come with the WS-AO- 5D23009 antenna. To attach the WS-AO-5D23009 antenna to a pole, you must: •...
8, 9 and 12 as shown in Figure 3-40. Tighten using a torque of 14N/m. Alternately and equally tighten two M8 bolts up to its defined torque to prevent unequal pressure on the cast clamps. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-35...
Mounting the Antenna Figure 3-40 Mounting the Antenna to a 1.75” to 3.00” Pole To mount the antenna to pole sizes 1 to 1.75 inches in diameter: Install the antenna to the pole using a clamping bracket (item 11) as shown in Figure 3-41.
Position the bolt in the socket of the arm bracket (item 5). Use a tightening torque of 24 N/m to the azimuth and elevation hardware. Figure 3-42 Mounting the Antenna on a Wall Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-37...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting Antenna Model WS-AI-DT04360 The WS-AI-DT04360 is a ceiling mounted 2.4 and 5 GHz omnidirectional antenna. It has three connectors and is especially designed for MIMO APs. Figure 3-43 shows a WS-AI-DT04360 antenna. Figure 3-43 WS-AI-DT04360 Antenna 33 inches Mounting the WS-AI-DT04360 Antenna to the Ceiling For best results, mount the WS-AI-DT04360 antenna near the center of the coverage area.
Mount the antenna to the clips as shown in Figure 3-45. Figure 3-45 Mounting the Antenna Clips Rectangular profile clip Recessed tile grid clip For 9/16” rectangular profile grid, install the supplied clips in the same manner. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-39...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting Antenna Model WS-AI-DT05120 The WS-AI-DT05120 is a 2.4 and 5 GHz dual-band sector antenna that can be mounted in an indoor location. It has three connectors and is especially designed for MIMO APs. Figure 3-46 shows a WS-AI-DT05120 antenna. The WS-AI-DT05120 antenna can also be mounted on a wall or on a pole.
With the antenna polarization arrow directed up, fit the bracing holes of the antenna (item 1) to the holes in the plastic inserts. Secure the antenna in the plastic wall inserts with items 3 and 4. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-41...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting the WS-AI-DT05120 Antenna on a Pole Figure 3-49 shows how to mount the adapters on the WS-AI-DT05120 antenna. Table 3-7 lists the parts that come with the WS-AI-DT05120 antenna. Figure 3-50 on page 3-43 shows how to mount the WS-AI-DT05120 antenna on a pole.
Figure 3-52 on page 3-44 shows how to mount the WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 antennas on a wall.Table 3-8 on page 3-44 shows the mounting kit for the WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 antennas. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-43...
Mounting the Antenna Figure 3-52 Mounting the WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 Antennas on a Wall Table 3-8 WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 Wall Mounting Kit Item Quantity Description Antenna Plastic wall insert (diameter 6 x 29 mm) Phillips pan head tap. screw 5.3 x 1.25 inches Phillips washer #6 normal To mount the WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 antennas on a wall: Drill in the wall four holes 6 x 29 mm for plastic inserts (item 2) using the provided drilling...
Table 3-9 lists the parts provided with the WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 antennas. Figure 3-55 on page 3-47 shows how to mount the WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO- DT05120-1 antennas on a pole. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-45...
Mounting the Antenna Figure 3-54 Mounting the Adapters on the WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 Antennas Table 3-9 WS-AO-DT05120 and WS-AO-DT05120-1 Pole Mounting Parts List Item Quantity Description Antenna Mount MNT-22 (shown in Figure 3-55 on page 3-47) Adapter Plain washer #6 normal Spring washer #6 regular Phillips pan screw UNC 6-32 x 3/4”...
The WS-AO-2S10360 and WS-AO-5S10360 antennas can be mounted to a pole in exterior locations. Its flattened radiation pattern focuses energy along the horizontal plane to provide extended coverage in large rooms or vaulted areas. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-47...
Mounting the Antenna For best results, mount the WS-AO-2S10360 and WS-AO-5S10360 antennas at ceiling or roof level near the center of the coverage area. You can also mount the WS-AO-2S10360 and WS-AO-5S10360 antennas on a pole. Mounting the WS-AO-2S10360 and WS-AO-5S10360 Antenna on a Pole Figure 3-57 shows how to mount the WS-AO-2S10360 and WS-AO-5S10360 antennas on a pole.
For best results, mount the WS-ANT21 antenna at ceiling or roof level near the center of the coverage area. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-49...
Mounting the Antenna Mounting the WS-ANT21 Antenna Figure 3-59 shows how to mount the WS-ANT21 antenna directly to the AP3660. Figure 3-59 Mounting the WS-ANT21 Antenna to the AP3660 Antenna Reverse polarity Type-N jack AP3660 Reverse polarity Type-N plug Sealing tape (recommended, but not supplied) To install the antenna (refer to Figure 3-59):...
Remove the antenna and mount kit from the packaging, and remove the mount kit contents from its packaging. Confirm that the mount kit includes the contents listed in Table 3-11 above. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-51...
Mounting the Antenna Determine the mount configuration. The bracket attachments for vertical polarization, 45 slant, and horizontal polarization mounting configurations are shown in Figure 3-61 page 3-52 below. Figure 3-61 Bracket Attachment for Various Mounting Configurations Note drain hole locations Attach antenna mount bracket (item A in Table 3-11 on page 3-51) to the back of the antenna...
3-64. Pipe clamp recommended torque is 43 – 51 in-lbf (4.9 – 5.8 Nm). Figure 3-64 Attaching Azimuth Bracket to Pipe Attach the antenna assembly to the azimuth bracket on the pipe as shown in Figure 3-65 page 3-54. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-53...
Mounting the Antenna Figure 3-65 Attaching Antenna Assembly to Azimuth Bracket Adjust to the desired azimuth and elevation angles and tighten all pivot hardware ( 4 places). The bracket is adjustable for lower profiles off the pipe, as shown in Figure 3-66.
3-68, are the primary mounting configuration when access is available to both sides of the mounting surface, such as suspended ceiling tile. Figure 3-68 WS-AI-DX02360 Mounting Post and Mounting Nut Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-55...
Mounting the Antenna To install the antenna in a suspended ceiling: Mark the desired mounting location on the suspended ceiling tile and cut a 40 mm (1.57 in) hole in the tile. Feed the six antenna cables through the hole and press the antenna to the ceiling tile. Secure the antenna with the mounting nut, as shown in Figure 3-68.
3-56) to the back of the antenna as shown in Figure 3-71 below, applying a maximum nut-tightening torque of 55 in-lbf (6.2 Nm). Items E, F, and G are described in Table 3-12 on page 3-56. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-57...
Mounting the Antenna Figure 3-71 Attaching Antenna Mount Bracket Attach the elevation adjustable bracket (B) as shown in Figure 3-72 on page 3-58 and loosely secure the hardware. The carriage bolt square holes must be on the inside. Figure 3-72 Attaching Elevation Bracket Attach the azimuth adjustable bracket (C) to the pipe, using the routing band clamps (H) as shown in...
Adjust to the desired azimuth and elevation angles and tighten all pivot hardware (4 places). The bracket is adjustable for lower profiles off the pipe, as shown in Figure 3-75. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-59...
Connecting Antenna Cables Figure 3-75 Bracket Adjustable for Lower Profiles Connecting Antenna Cables The cable configuration that you use to connect an AP to an antenna varies. Use the following sections as guidelines for cabling your AP to an antenna. Using the Plug Pigtail (Reverse Polarity Type-N Plug) Figure 3-76 Figure 3-77...
Figure 3-79 shows the configuration when not using a lightning protector. Table 3-14 describes the configurations. Figure 3-78 Jack Pigtail Cable (Reverse Polarity Type-N Jack) with Lightning Protector Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-61...
Do not use tools to tighten connectors (finger-tighten only). Connecting the Cables Once the antenna is properly installed, you can connect the antenna to the Enterasys Wireless AP via the lightning protector. Verify that the low-loss cable is properly connected to the antenna pigtail.
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Antenne nicht zu fest anziehen. Secure the cable along its complete length. No part of the cable should be allowed to hang free. Use waterproof stretch tape to seal all outdoor connectors. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-63...
In the LED drop-down list, select WDS Signal Strength, and click Close. To save your changes, click Save. Note: For more information on the Enterasys Wireless Manager, refer to the Enterasys Wireless Convergence Software User Guide. This document is available in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) at the following site: https://extranet.enterasys.com/downloads/...
Maintenance involves replacing the lightning protector at some interval depending on the lightning/transient discharge activity in your area. Note: Contact a local antenna installation company to determine the maintenance schedule for each lightning protector in your outdoor antenna installation. Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide 3-65...
Antenna Specifications This appendix lists the specifications and radiation patterns for the external antennas supported by various Enterasys AP models. The antenna specifications are organized in this appendix by their strictly outdoor, combined indoor/outdoor, or strictly indoor design capability. For information about...
7.9 in x 7.9 in x 1.25 in (200 mm x 200 mm x 33 mm) Nominal Impedance 50 ohms Radiation Patterns Figure A-5 WS-AO-DT05120-1 2.5 GHz E-Plane Radiation Pattern -105 -120 -135 -150 -165 Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-5...
.5 lb (.226 kg) Bending moment 4.4 ft-lbs at rated wind Lateral thrust 5.2 lbs at rated wind Power 25 watts Height 20.2 in (513mm) Nominal Impedance 50 ohms Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-7...
22.5 dBi ±0.5 Port H (5.25–5.875 GHz) 23 dBi ±0.5 Port V 23 dBi VSWR 1.7:1 (max) 1.5:1 (typ) Polarization Dual linear vertical and horizontal 3dB Beamwidth 9° (typ) Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-9...
External Antennas for Use with Outdoor APs Table A-6 WS-AO-5D23009 Specifications (continued) Specification Value Port to Port Isolation 40 dB (min.) F/B Ration -35 dB (min.) Wind Survival 136 mph (220 km/h) Weight 5.5 lb (2.5 kg) Dimensions 14.6 in x 14.6 in x 1.6 in (371 mm x 371 mm x 40 mm) Input Power 6 watts Input Impedance...
ETSI EN 302 085 V1.1.2 CS1-CS3 1st Null -15 dB (min.) @ 10° 2nd Null -25 dB (min.) @ 20° Cross Polarization ETSI EN 302 085 V1.1.2 CS1-CS3 -24 dB (max) Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-11...
External Antennas for Use with Outdoor APs Table A-7 WS-AO-5D16060 Specifications (continued) Specification Value Port to Port Isolation -35 dB F/B Ratio -30 dB (max) Wind Survival 136 mph (220 km/h) Weight 4.85 lb (2.2 kg) Dimensions 17.16 in x 9.84 in x in (436 mm x 250 mm x 10 mm) Input Power 6 watts Input Impedance...
-105 -120 -135 -150 -165 WS-AO-2S08360 2.4 GHz ISM omnidirectional base station antenna. This antenna was formerly distributed by Enterasys as RBTES-BG-M08M; intended for use with legacy Wireless 802.11a/b/g RoamAbout Outdoor APs. Specifications Table A-8 WS-AO-2S08360 Specifications Specification Value Frequency 2400–2483.5 MHz...
11 in x 1.25 in (279.4 x 31.75 mm) Nominal Impedance 50 ohms Operating Temperature Range -40°C to +70°C Radiation Patterns Figure A-19 WS-ANT21 E-Plane 2.5 GHz Radiation Pattern -105 -120 -135 -150 -165 Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-17...
8.0 lbs (2.99 kg) Mounting Style Pipe or wall installation Power 25 watts Dimensions 18.75 in x 18.75 in x 5.125 in (476.25 x 476.25 x 130.18 mm) Nominal Impedance 50 ohms Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-19...
External Antennas for Use with Outdoor APs Figure A-24 WS-AO-DX13025 2.4 GHz H-Plane Radiation Pattern Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-21...
External Antennas for Use with Outdoor APs Figure A-26 WS-AO-DX13025 5 GHz H-Plane Radiation Pattern Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-23...
External Antennas for Use with Indoor/Outdoor APs The following antennas are intended for use with either indoor or outdoor APs: Table A-12 Indoor/Outdoor Antennas Antenna Part Number Supported APs WS-AIO-2S18018 AP3765e, AP3767e, AP3660, AP2620 WS-AIO-5S15090 AP2620 WS-AIO-2S14090 AP2620 WS-AIO-5S17017 AP2620...
External Antennas for Use with Indoor/Outdoor APs WS-AIO-5S15090 Specifications Table A-14 WS-AIO-5S15090 Specifications Specification Value Frequency 4.9–6.0 GHz Nominal Gain 15 dBi @ 90° 16 dBi @ 60° VSWR <1.7:1 Front-to-Back Ratio > 32 dB Typical Cross Poll Discrimination > 20 dB Polarization Vertical E-Plane (3 dB Beamwidth)
External Antennas for Use with Indoor/Outdoor APs Radiation Patterns WS-AIO-5S15090 Azimuth at 120° Radiation Pattern Figure A-29 WS-AIO-5S15090 Azimuth at 90° Radiation Pattern Figure A-30 Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-27...
50 ohms Wind Survival 125 mph (201 km/h) Dimensions 19.8 in x 3.1 in x 1.5 in (50.29 cm x 7.87 cm x 3.81 cm) Weight 2.5 lb (1.134 kg) Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-29...
6.7 in x 6.7 in x 1.9 in (171 mm x 171mm x 48 mm) Radiation Patterns Figure A-36, the E-plane pattern is blue and the H-plane pattern is red. Figure A-36 WS-AIO-5S17017 5.66 GHz E-Plane and H-Plane Radiation Patterns Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-31...
External Antennas for Use with Indoor/Outdoor APs WS-AIO-2S07060 Specifications Table A-17 WS-AIO-2S07060 Specifications Specification Value Frequency 2.3–2.5 GHz Gain 7.5 dBi (nominal) VSWR 1.5:1 Polarization Linear E-Plane (3 dB beamwidth) 60° H-Plane (3 dB beamwidth) 65° Mounting Style Wall/Mast Power 75 watts (25 watts at 5 GHz) Dimensions and Weight Standard Wall Mount...
5.1 in x 2.1 in x 1.4 in (131 mm x 55 mm x 35 mm) Radiation Patterns In both Figure A-38 Figure A-39, the E-plane pattern is blue and the H-plane pattern is red. Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-33...
5.7 in x 3.8 in x 1.5 in (144 mm x 97 mm x 38 mm) Radiation Patterns Figure A-40, the E-plane pattern is blue and the H-plane pattern is red. Figure A-40 WS-AIO-5S12060 5.25 GHz E-Plane and H-Plane Radiation Patterns Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-35...
External Antennas for Use with Indoor APs The following antennas are intended for use with indoor APs only: Table A-20 Indoor Antennas Antenna Part Number Supported APs WS-AI-DT05120 AP3710e, AP3620, AP3640 WS-AI-DT04360 AP3710e, AP3620, AP3640 WS-AI-DS06360 AP2620 WS-AI-2S03360 AP2620 WS-AI-DX02360 AP3710e WS-AI-DX07025 AP3710e WS-ANT01 AP2620 WS-ANT02...
2 watts Dimensions 12.1 in x 8.6 in x 3.6 in (308 mm x 22 m x 92 mm) Radiation Patterns Figure A-45 WS-AI-DT04360 2.5 GHz E-Plane Radiation Pattern Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-39...
Nominal Impedance 50 ohms Maximum Power 50 watts Weight 1.1 lb. (0.5 kg) Dimensions 3.2 in x 12 in (82 mm x 305 mm) Temperature Range -40°C to +80°C Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-41...
External Antennas for Use with Indoor APs Figure A-51 WS-AI-DS06360 Radiation Pattern—Elevation Cut at 1940 MHz Figure A-52 WS-AI-DS06360 Radiation Pattern—Elevation Cut at 2450 MHz Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-43...
11.5 in x 1 in (292 mm x 25 mm) Radiation Patterns Figure A-55, the E-plane pattern is blue and the H-plane pattern is red. Figure A-55 WS-AI-2S03360 2.4 GHz E-Plane and H-Plane Radiation Patterns Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-45...
External Antennas for Use with Indoor APs WS-AI-DX02360 Specifications Table A-25 WS-AI-DX02360 Specifications Specification Value Antenna Type MIMO; Dual-band Frequency 2.4–2.5 GHz and 5.15-5.85 GHz Gain @ 45° from horizon 2 dBi VSWR Polarization Linear, 6 Vertical H-Plane (3dB Beamwidth) Omnidirectional E-Plane (3dB Beamwidth) 75°...
External Antennas for Use with Indoor APs Figure A-59 WS-ANT01 H-Plane 2.45 GHz Figure A-60 WS-ANT01 E-Plane 5.25 GHz Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-49...
External Antennas for Use with Indoor APs Figure A-62 WS-ANT02 E-Plane 2.45 GHz Figure A-63 WS-ANT02 E-Plane 5.25 GHz Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-51...
8.0 lbs (2.99 kg) Mounting Style Pipe or wall installation Power 25 watts Dimensions 18.75 in x 18.75 in x 5.125 in (476.25 x 476.25 x 130.18 mm) Nominal Impedance 50 ohms Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-53...
External Antennas for Use with Indoor APs Figure A-67 WS-AI-DX07025 2.4 GHz H-Plane Radiation Pattern Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-55...
External Antennas for Use with Indoor APs Figure A-69 WS-AI-DX07025 5 GHz H-Plane Radiation Pattern Enterasys Wireless AP External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide A-57...
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External Antennas for Use with Indoor APs A-58 Antenna Specifications...
This appendix lists the specifications for the cables, pigtails, and lightning protector. For information about... Part Number Refer to page... Pigtail Connection WS-CAB-PT20P WS-CAB-PT20J Low-Loss Antenna Cable WS-CAB-LxxxCxx Lightning Protector WS-CAB-LPM Attenuators WS-CAB-06DBATN WS-CAB-10DBATN Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide B-1...
Pigtail Connection Pigtail Connection Part Number: WS-CAB-PT20P or WS-CAB-PT20J. One end is a Reverse Polarity SMA plug, and the other end is Reverse Polarity Type-N plug or jack, respectively. The end with the Reverse Polarity SMA plug connects to the AP. The Reverse-Polarity Type-N connector at the opposite end of the pigtail matches the polarity of the Reverse-Polarity Type-N connectors of the other components that are part of your antenna cabling system.
50 feet (15.24 meters) (WS-CAB-L600C50) — refer to Table B-4. To ensure you order the right cable length, carefully determine the distance between the locations where you intend to mount the Enterasys Wireless AP and outdoor antenna. Table B-2 WS-CAB-L200C20 Cable Specification Specification Value...
Low-Loss Antenna Cable Table B-3 WS-CAB-L400Cxx Cable Specifications Specification Value Mechanical Length WS-CAB-L400C06 6 ft (1.83 m) WS-CAB-L400C50 50 ft (15.24 m) WS-CAB-L400C75 75 ft (22.9 m) Weight 0.068 lb/ft (0.10 kg/m) Bend Radius 1.00 in. (25.4 mm) Tensile Strength 160 lb (72.6 kg) Environmental Temperature Range:...
Cable Loss 25 feet: 2.4 GHz: 1.1 dB 5.3 GHz: 1.7 dB 5.8 GHz: 1.8 dB 50 feet: 2.4 GHz: 2.2 dB 5.3 GHz: 3.5 dB 5.8 GHz: 3.6 dB Enterasys Wireless External Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide B-5...
Lightning Protector Lightning Protector Part number: WS-CAB-LPM. The lightning protector is a surge arrestor that protects your sensitive Enterasys Wireless equipment from high-voltage currents caused by discharge and transients at the antennas. Table B-5 lists the specifications for the lightning protector.