Cisco 1552 Mesh AP Point-to-Point Bridge Application

[fpena6232]

I have two 1552 Cisco Mesh APs.  I want to use it solely as a bridge application from one location to another.  I am trying to find out what my max distance of my Bridge link could be.  I have a distance of 1.6 miles to get across.  And what antenna you guys recommend.  Obviously, it would end up being a directional antenna.  Not to sure the patch antennas cisco recommends would work.  What do you think?                

[Erwin Salazar]

Hi Fernando,

The links below should get you started on what to expect and what should go into your calculation:

Site Preparation and Planning:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/wireless/technology/mesh/7.0/design/guide/MeshAP_70.html#wp1843076

Range Calculator for 1552:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/wireless/access_point/1550/range/calculator/1552_Link_Calculator_V1.xls

Now, for that range you will more than likely be using a directional as you stated.  The db required from the calculator should give you a good idea of which directional antenna to choose.

Cheers,
Erwin

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[Saurav Lodh]

get the deployment guide for Cisco 1500 Series Mesh Access Points

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/wireless/technology/mesh/7.3/design/guide/Mesh.pdf