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Optimizing RoamAbout Outdoor Antenna Placement
Optimizing RoamAbout Outdoor Antenna Placement
If an AP is connected to an outdoor directional antenna, the antenna must be pointed
directly at the antenna for the other AP. A misaligned antenna can decrease the signal level
or prevent communications. Aligning an omni-directional antenna is less critical due to its
wide radiation pattern. For optimal performance, make sure the antennas are properly
aligned:
• Use a pair of binoculars to point the antennas at each other.
• Analyze the quality of the radio link using the RoamAbout AP Manager.
The RoamAbout AP Manager provides a Link Test diagnostic tool that can help you adjust
the directional antenna to optimize the signal between APs. To test the link between two
APs that both use directional antennas, you may need one person at each antenna and a
method to communicate with those people. For details on installing and using the AP
Manager, refer to the RoamAbout 802.11 Wireless Networking Guide.
To run the Link Test tool, perform the following steps:
1. There are two ways to access the Link Test window:
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