Cisco Antennas

Cisco offers a variety of antennas that provide different mounting options and coverage patterns. Customers can select an antenna that will increase the overall efficiency and data rates of their wireless network, while accommodating specific deployment conditions, including physical layout, distance, and aesthetics.

To optimize the overall performance of a Cisco wireless LAN, it is important to understand how to maximize radio coverage with the appropriate antenna selection and placement. Table 1 describes three antenna types available for use with the 802.11n access points.