Installation Overview - Enterasys ROAMABOUT RBT-1602 Installation Manual

Installation Overview

Installation Overview
The installation process is summarized in the following steps. The following sections in this
chapter provide additional details.
1. Make sure the APs are mounted and configured as specified in Chapter
2. Plan and implement a grounding system that meets local electrical codes and safety
standards.
3. Install the RoamAbout Lightning Protector.
4. Provide and install an antenna support structure as necessary. Make sure that the support
structure is connected to the grounding system.
5. Connect the exposed metal connectors of the low‐loss antenna cable to the grounding system.
6. Mount the antenna to the support structure.
7. Connect the antenna cables.
8. Route and connect the low‐loss antenna cable to the RoamAbout Lightning Protector that has
been installed indoors.
9. Connect the cable assembly from the RoamAbout radio card in the AP to the Lightning
Protector.
10. After verifying that the communications link is fully operational, secure all cables and use
weatherproofing tape to seal all outdoor connectors.
3-2 Antenna Installation
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