PURPOSE

Wireless Access Point (WAP) placement is critical for tablet connectivity and performance.  Tablets may respond slowly or lose connection if these guidelines are not followed.

PROCESS

1. Cat 6 cable run must be less than 300ft.
2. Mount WAP between 8 and 16 feet from the ground.
3. Mount WAP 18 inches away from all metal objects. 
4. Omni WAPs should be mounted horizontally to the ground 
   • NOTE: Omni WAPs will say “T610” or "T310D" behind it.
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5. Directional 120-degree or 30-degree WAPs should be mounted vertically to the ground and pointed in direction coverage is needed according to site survey, example shown below. 
   • NOTE: Directional WAPs will say “T310” on behind it.
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6. Mount WAP outdoors to maximize coverage for portable terminals and peripherals.
7. Install WAP and network wiring away from electric noise, such as: 
   1. Transformers
   2. Microwave Ovens
   3. Other Industrial Equipment
   4. Motor Control Systems
   5. 2.5 GHz Cordless Phones
   6. Heavy Duty Motors
   7. Refrigerators
   8. Fluorescent Lighting
8. If possible, install the WAP within 5 feet of a good electrical ground. This allows the WAP to be grounded to prevent damage from a lightning strike.
9. After the WAP has been mounted to the building the cable needs to be installed properly.
10. Unscrew and remove the cap for the Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
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11. Then take out the center piece to expose the Ethernet port. 
    • NOTE: This cap provides weatherproofing and should be retained.
12. Insert Ethernet cable into POE port with the protective grommet
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13. Connect the other end of the cable to the network switch on any available port 17-24.
14. Contact Mister IT so the WAP can be configured.
15. After the WAP is configured, move the cable to any available port 7-10 on the Dell network switch
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HISTORY