CTS 345: Choosing the right Wi-Fi Antennas

From Clear To Send: Wireless Network Engineering Rowell Dionicio and François Vergès

In this episode, we discuss choosing the right Wi-Fi antennas for enterprise environments. The main topics covered include:

* Types of antennas used in enterprise Wi-Fi:

* Omnidirectional antennas

* Directional antennas

* Understanding antenna patterns:

* Elevation and Azimuth

* Beamwidth

* When to use different antenna types:

* Omnidirectional antennas for most environments

* Directional antennas for high ceilings and high-density user areas

* Aesthetic considerations and available options for antenna installations

This episode is part of our “Wi-Fi Hardware and Devices” series, focusing on the crucial aspect of antenna selection for optimal Wi-Fi performance in various enterprise settings.