Specifications

Altitude 3500 Series Access Point Product Reference Guide
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NOTE
To mount the Altitude 3550 access point to a pole (1.5–18 inches in diameter) an Altitude 3550 Mounting
Kit (Part No.15733) can be separately ordered. This kit contains the brackets and accessories required to mount the
Altitude 3550 to a pole or wall.
Requirements
The minimum installation requirements for a single-cell, peer-to-peer network (regardless of access
point model) are:
● An Altitude 3510 or Altitude 3550 model access point
● Standard POE power or 48 Volt Power Supply (Part No. 15728) for Altitude 3510, or Power Tap (Part
No. 15729) for Altitude 3550
● A power outlet if POE is unavailable for Altitude 3510
● Antennas
NOTE
An Altitude 3510 or Altitude 3550 model access point optimally uses 4 antenna for the dual-radio model.
The Altitude 3550 uses an antenna suite designed primarily for outdoor usage. For more information, see “Antenna
Specifications” on page 569.
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.
Antenna coverage is analogous to lighting. Users might find an area lit from far away to be not bright
enough. An area lit sharply might minimize coverage and create dark areas. Uniform antenna placement
in an area (like even placement of a light bulb) provides even, efficient coverage.
Place the access point using the following guidelines:
● Install the access point at an ideal height of 10 feet from the ground.
● Orient the access point antennas vertically for best reception.
● Point the access point antenna(s) downward if attaching to the ceiling.
To maximize the access point’s radio coverage area, Extreme Networks recommends conducting a site
survey to define and document radio interference obstacles before installing the access point.