User Guide

Wi-Fi Array
12 Introduction
z Full pattern coverage
All radios are activated with coverage spanning 360 degrees. If within
range, clients will always receive coverage regardless of their geographic
position relative to the Array.
z Partial pattern coverage
If desired, the Wi-Fi Array can be deployed close to an exterior wall. In
this case, half of all available radios have been deactivated to prevent
redundant signals from “bleeding” beyond the site’s perimeter wall. This
configuration may also be used in those cases where you want to restrict
wireless coverage to selected areas of the building’s interior.
See also, “Flexible Coverage Schemes” on page 18.
Power over Gigabit Ethernet (PoGE) (Optional)
The Xirrus XP1 and XP8 Power over Gigabit Ethernet modules provide power to
your Arrays over the same Cat 5e or Cat 6 cable used for data, eliminating the
need to run power cables and provide an AC power outlet in close proximity to
each unit.
Figure 5. XP8 - Power over Ethernet Usage