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Optional Antennas
Optional Antennas
The RoamAbout PC Card has two integrated antennas that perform best in an open
environment with as few obstacles as possible. Depending on the environment and wireless
network configuration, you may need an optional antenna.
The following sections describe the types of optional antennas available with the
RoamAbout products.
Vehicle-Mount Antenna
The RoamAbout Vehicle-Mount antenna (Figure 1-7) is a 5 dBi omni-directional antenna
that connects vehicles with an on-board client to the wireless network. The sturdy design
allows you to mount it on vehicles, such as the roof of a fork-lift truck, to allow continuous
access to networked data, whether inside or outside of the building.
You connect the Vehicle-Mount antenna to the PC Card using the special 2.5 meter (8 foot)
cable. To connect an antenna to the PC Card, insert the connector into the socket on the
extended side of the PC card. To protect the socket from dust, it is shielded with a cap. You
must remove the cap. See the "Vehicle-Mount Antenna Specifications" section on page
A-7 for the antenna specifications. For mounting and installation instructions, see the
RoamAbout Outdoor Antenna Site Preparation and Installation Guide.
Figure 1-7: Vehicle-Mount Antenna
1-14 Wireless Network Configurations

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