Third party antenna compatibility

[c.ong]

Hi,

I would like to know is there any third party antenna that can be attached to a Cisco AP 1200?

Where can I find out more about it?

Is Cisco recommend customer to use other types of antenna to connect to a Cisco access point? What is the impact the customer will face?

Thank you.

Regards,

Delon

[ianpdavis]

Hi Delon,

Antenna must be certified and tested with the device they will be serving. For this reason manufacturers use proprietary connectors. The Cisco APs use Reverse Polarity TNC connectors (RP-TNC).

The short answer, then, is that 3rd party antennas are not certified for use.

Hope this helps.

Ian

[csthorne]

I thought it was the fcc that said they had to be proprietary.

[gwcrook]

Cisco uses a reverse TNC connector. An antenna that has the RPTNC connector will fit the Cisco AP. Possible impact to the customer: you could exceed the maximum radiated power allowed in your country which could result in enforcement action if your equipment causes interference. The following link gives the power, etc.

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/ps430/products_installation_guide_chapter09186a008031bd13.html

Good Luck