Chapter 1Chapter 1 - Introduction10 SpaceLink Access PointSpaceLink™ Access Point ModelsThere are two models of the SpaceLink™ Access Point available. Bothmodels offer the same functionality and have the same user interface.Basic Model is an SpaceLink™ Access Point that ships with an integratedantenna that provides diversity. For best results, stand the SpaceLink™Access Point in the vertical position. The integrated antenna cannot beseen or removed from this model.Wide LAN model is an SpaceLink™ Access Point that ships with anexternal antenna that can increase the range of the SpaceLink™ AccessPoint. The external antenna connector supports antenna diversity, whichcan improve system reliability. Due to the characteristics of radio waves, itis possible that one antenna may provide better performance than a secondantenna installed a short distance away. Note that a second antenna providesdiversity only; it cannot be used to further increase the range of the AccessPoint or increase its coverage area.The wide LAN model SpaceLink™ Access Point ships with one high-gainomnidirectional antenna that connect directly to the unit’s antenna connector.A high-gain external antenna and antenna cabling for this model are soldseparately. Contact your reseller for information on the available antennasthat have been certified for use with the SpaceLink™ Access Point.