Cisco AIRONET 340 Series Quick Start Manual page 3

Take Out What You Need
Cisco Aironet Workgroup Bridge
AC-to-DC power adapter
2.2 dBi dipole antenna
Cisco Aironet Series Workgroup Bridge CD
with product documentation
If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco representative or reseller for support.
Before You Begin
Before beginning installation, determine bridge location. Because the unit is a radio device, unit
and antenna location are important to ensure optimum radio range and throughput:
• To maximize the range of a building-to-building connection, install the antenna as high as
possible.
• Maintain a clear line of sight between wireless bridge antennas. Obstructions may impede
performance or limit bridge ability to transmit and receive data.
• Place directional antennas at both ends with maximum path clearance.
• Install the bridge in an area where large steel structures such as shelving units, bookcases,
and filing cabinets will not obstruct radio signals to and from the bridge.
• Install the bridge away from microwave ovens.
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