User Manual

Installation and Initialization MP.11-R Installation and Management

Hardware Installation

Step 1: Choose a Location

To make optimal use of the unit, you must find a suitable location for the hardware. The range of the radio unit largely

depends upon the position of the antenna. Proxim recommends you do a site survey, observing the following

requirements, before mounting the hardware.

• The location must allow easy disconnection of power to the radio if necessary.

• Air must be able to flow freely around the hardware.

• The radio unit must be kept away from vibration and excessive heat.

• The installation must conform to local regulations at all times.

The units are designed to directly mount to a pole. Using the supplied brackets and hardware, you can mount them to a

1.25 inch to 4.5-inch pole (outside diameter). Using just one of the pole mounting brackets, you can mount the units to a

wall or other flat surface.

CAUTION: Proxim recommends the use of a lightning arrestor at the building ingress point. You can purchase the

Proxim Lightning Protector; see the documentation that comes with the unit for more information and

installation instructions.

Step 2: Unpack Shipping Box

1. Unpack the unit and accessories from the shipping box.

2. Note the Ethernet and MAC addresses of the unit, as well as the serial number; these addresses may be used when

configuring the unit.

NOTE: The serial number is required to obtain support from Proxim. Keep this information in a safe place.