User's Guide

INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Q- How do I mount Strix Network Nodes and Network Servers?
A- There are several mounting options for the Access/One Network. The system is
designed to be placed on a desktop, an office cubicle or the wall/ceiling. As a desktop
or cubicle product, the Access/One Network Node has no specific mounting
requirements and it simply rests on the unit’s rubber feet. Mounting brackets are
available from Strix for the Network Node to be attached to a wall or the ceiling. Note:
When used with the wall/ceiling mounting bracket the Node is physically positioned
upside down for optimal wireless coverage. Also, the Network Node can be placed
above the ceiling tiles, but does require that the unit either be mounted upside down or
used with an appropriately positioned external antenna (i.e. ceiling mounted to provide
adequate wireless coverage for users below).
Q- Describe your antennas and antenna options, and recommendations for each.
A- There are several different antenna options for the Access/One Network depending on
the technology being used. There are three internal Antenna Modules available, which
are Bluetooth/802.11a, 802.11a/802.11b or g, and dual 802.11a. These modules are
designed to support either a single or dual Wireless Modules within a Network Node.
For Bluetooth, the Radio and Antenna are integrated into the Bluetooth Module, which
is a fixed configuration. This module also includes an internal 802.11a antenna so that
an 802.11a Wireless Module can be added to the product stack without the need for an
additional antenna.
For 802.11b or g, either the internal 802.11b/g Antenna Module can be used or an
external antenna can be attached via the external Reverse SMA connectors. Strix
provides several external antenna options for use with the Access/One Network, but
the user can attach any standard 802.11b/g antenna with a Reverse SMA connector.
The recommendation is to use the internal Antenna Module for most applications
unless there is a requirement for higher range capabilities than provided by the system.
For 802.11a, either the internal Antenna Module can be used or one of Strix’ authorized
external antennas can be attached via the external Reverse SMA connectors. Again, the
recommendation is to use the internal Antenna Module for most applications unless
there is a requirement for higher range capabilities than provided by the system. Note:
The FCC does not permit non-Strix external 802.11a antennas to be used.
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