Requirements, Access point placement – Brocade Mobility 5181 Access Point Product Reference Guide (Supporting software release 4.4.0.0) User Manual
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Brocade Mobility 5181 Access Point Product Reference Guide
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Requirements
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NOTE
To mount the Mobility 5181 Access Point access point to a pole (1.5 - 18 inches in diameter) a
Mobility 5181 Access Point Mounting Kit (Part No. BR-KT-5181-WP-01R) can be separately ordered.
This kit contains the brackets and accessories required to mount the Mobility 5181 Access Point to
a pole or wall.
NOTE
If installing the Mobility 5181 Access Point in an outdoor area prone to high winds and rain, Brocade
recommends using the Mobility 5181 Access Point Heavy Weather Kit (Part No.
BR-KT-5181-HW-01R). This kit shields a Product Name from wind and rain damage resulting from
driving rain.
NOTE
Brocade recommends using the Mobility 5181 Access Point Power Tap (Part No.
BR-APPSBIAS518101R), designed specifically for outdoor deployments.
Requirements
The minimum installation requirements for a single-cell, peer-to-peer network
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A Mobility 5181 Access Point
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Power Tap (Part No. BR-APPSBIAS518101R)
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A power outlet
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Dual-Band Antennae.
NOTE
A Mobility 5181 Access Point optimally uses 2 antennae for the single-radio model and 4 antenna
for the dual-radio model. The Mobility 5181 Access Point uses an antenna suite designed primarily
for outdoor usage. For more information, see
Access point placement
For optimal performance, install the access point (regardless of model) away from transformers,
heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators and other industrial
equipment. Signal loss can occur when metal, concrete, walls or floors block transmission. Install
the access point in open areas or add access points as needed to improve coverage.
Part No.
Description
BR-AP-5181-13040-WW
1 Mobility 5181 802.11a+g Dual Radio Access Point
1 Mobility 5181 Install Guide
1 WEEE Regulatory Addendum
1 set of cable connectors
3 antenna dust cover
2 connector cover AP67 jack, plus chain_LTW-M9/14-SB