User`s guide

Introduction 9
Harmony 802.11a Access Point Models
There are three models of the Harmony 802.11a Access Point available. All three units
are identical except for the differences noted below.
Model 8569/8570
• These two models are identical (they have different part numbers for marketing
purposes)
• Includes two integral antennas that provide antenna diversity; these antennas
cannot be removed from the unit
• Provides up to eight independent Channels in 802.11a mode and three indepen-
dent Channels in 2X mode
Model 8571
• Includes two SMA antenna connectors for use with high-gain antennas (high-gain
external antennas and antenna cabling are sold separately and require profes-
sional installation; see “Important Notice” on page 20 for details)
• Provides three independent Channels in 802.11a mode and one independent
Channel in 2X mode (for U.S. and Canada)
Contact your Proxim sales representative or reseller for a list of antennas available in
your area. You must use two antennas with this Access Point. See “Range” on
page 43 for additional information.
Note: 2X mode is not available in Europe, Japan, or Singapore; the number of
available Channels varies by country (see “Channel” on page 32 for a list of
Channels).