USER GUIDE High Gain (9dBi) Antenna for N Type Connectors BUSINESS SERIES 2.4 GHz 802.11g Model No. HGA9N Wireless ModelModel No. No.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Antenna Coverage Chapter 3: Getting to Know the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna Chapter 4: Connecting the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna Appendix A: Glossary Appendix B: Specifications Appendix C: Warranty Information Appendix D: Regulatory Information Appendix E: Contact Information 1 3 7 8 11 17 18 19 21
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High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna for N Type Connectors. This guide will help you set up and place the Antenna and the access point properly so you can achieve optimal range. The Antenna and the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point together provide 9dBi peak gain and should be used together.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna What’s in this User Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the High Gain Antenna for N Type Connectors. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Antenna Coverage This chapter describes the application of the Antenna and planning its coverage and placement.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Antenna Coverage The Antenna Pattern for Radio Waves Figure 2-1: Antenna Pattern (Horizontal Plane) Figure 2-2: Antenna Pattern (Vertical Plane) The above two diagrams show the antenna pattern of the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna on the horizontal and vertical planes. The power of the wireless signal is most strong on the horizontal plane of the Antenna. The peak gain of this antenna is 9dBi.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Optimizing Range The power of the wireless signal is strongest on the horizontal plane of the Antenna. In the figure, note the strongest ranges according to the positioning of the Antenna. For best results, Linksys recommends placing the Antenna as illustrated. Placing the Antenna Since the Antenna is omni-directional, you have more flexibility with where you can place the access point.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna How to Achieve Optimal Gain Wireless coverage depends on several factors, including power and transmission. You can calculate exact coverage distance by gathering the specifications of the access point and the Antenna and using the equation below. Using this equation is not needed in order to place the Antenna and the access point, but it may be beneficial in optimizing use of your Antenna and access point.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Distance Calculations You can use the tables below to determine how you want to place the Antenna in relation to the access point to client device or between the two access points. As you can see, the higher the transmit data rate, the shorter the coverage distance. Therefore, when a client device moves further away from an access point, the data rate will fall back to a lower data rate.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Chapter 3: Getting to Know the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna This chapter explains the components that come with the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna. The Antenna Port The Antenna has only one port in the tip closer to the mounting bracket. For installation purposes, it is important to note that the antenna port has a female N-type connector and should only be connected to the male cable connector.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Chapter 4: Connecting the High Gain Omni-Directional Antenna Overview This chapter explains how to mount and connect the Antenna to the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point. Connection 1. Make sure you have all of the hardware displayed below, including a plastic bag containing the mounting hardware.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna 2. Obtain a location for the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna. The location should have a clear view to the peer Antenna. Refer to the Antenna Pattern in Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Antenna Coverage for detailed information on how to adjust the 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna for your application. 3. Determine whether you will mount the Antenna to a pole or a wall. Follow the mounting instructions as displayed. Wall Mounting Pole Mounting 1 Antenna ..............
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna 4. The bottom of the Antenna has a removable black covering. Remove this and attach the lightening protector as illustrated below by inserting the male end of the protector into the Antenna. Connect the Lightening Protector to the Antenna 5. Attach the male cable end of the cable to the lightning protector. Connect the Cable to the Lightening Protector 6. Attach the male end of the cable that has the white tape around it to the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point. 7.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Appendix A: Glossary 802.11a - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 5GHz. 802.11b - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz. 802.11g - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps, an operating frequency of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with 802.11b devices.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna CTS (Clear To Send) - A signal sent by a wireless device, signifying that it is ready to receive data. Database - A collection of data that is organized so that its contents can easily be accessed, managed, and updated. DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) - Allows the hosting of a website, FTP server, or e-mail server with a fixed domain name (e.g., www.xyz.com) and a dynamic IP address.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Firewall - A set of related programs located at a network gateway server that protects the resources of a network from users from other networks. Firmware - The programming code that runs a networking device. Fragmentation -Breaking a packet into smaller units when transmitting over a network medium that cannot support the original size of the packet. FTP (File Transfer Protocol) - A protocol used to transfer files over a TCP/IP network.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna NAT (Network Address Translation) - NAT technology translates IP addresses of a local area network to a different IP address for the Internet. Network - A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission between users. NNTP (Network News Transfer Protocol) - The protocol used to connect to Usenet groups on the Internet. Node - A network junction or connection point, typically a computer or work station.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services. SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) - The standard e-mail protocol on the Internet. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) - A widely used network monitoring and control protocol. Software - Instructions for the computer. A series of instructions that performs a particular task is called a “program”.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - To transmit a file over a network. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address of a file located on the Internet. VPN (Virtual Private Network) - A security measure to protect data as it leaves one network and goes to another over the Internet. WAN (Wide Area Network)- The Internet.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Appendix B: Specifications Model HGA9N Ports 1 N-type female connector Cabling Type Coax - 50 Ohm impedance Frequency Range 2400 MHz - 2500 MHz Peak Gain 9 dBi VSWR 1.92 : 1 Max Polarization Linear, vertical HPBW / horizontal 360º HPBW / vertical 11º Impedance 50 Ohms Range Maximum Outdoor range* - 0.88 km (0.55 mi) @ 11 Mbps, 0.12 km (0.078 mi) @ 54Mbps Dimensions 2.95” x 24.6” x 2.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Appendix C: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of three years (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Appendix D: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna EN 300-328-1, EN 300-328-2 Technical requirements for Radio equipment. Caution: This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. Contact local Authority for procedure to follow.
High Gain 9dBi Omni-Directional Antenna Appendix E: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com or ftp.linksys.
