Mounting APs up to 10m typically is not a problem for the coverage, as exactly below the AP the distance is 'only' 10m, and if you move further away you get more signal from the antenna gain. Best would be to model your environment in an RF Planning tool, and compare coverage and performance with your requirements. When I hear 'workshop' that's also a trigger for possible RF blockers (metal, beams, equipment, supply) and RF interference (equipment). It may be best to work with a Wi-Fi consultant who has experience with similar environments as there is not something like an optimal installation height to make sure everything works, or a non-optimal height that makes everything to break. It's dependent on the environment, as well what is practical possible.
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Herman Robers
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Original Message:
Sent: Apr 03, 2024 01:16 AM
From: harry fan
Subject: Recommended Mounting Height for Aruba 575EX APs
Hi support,
I'm not sure if it's appropriate to discuss this in this community, and if it's not can you tell me the correct community. my question is we want to use Aruba 575EX wireless AP in our workshop which is a 'Class 1 Division 2' place, I want to check what is the recommended height for installing the 575EX AP? Because the ceiling of this workshop is about 9 meters, and I remember the Aruba 515 indoor AP's best height for installation is about 4-5 meters. Does the 575EX AP can work more higher than indoor AP, and what is the mount kit model or part number for 575EX to install on ceiling?