[Scan-DC] Use an 'N' Router RE: WIFI resources in D.C. ???

[Rick]

Hi Alan, you definitely want to use an 'N' Router - you will have a lot
longer range. 

The Ubiquiti access points are great! A friend of mine used Ubiquiti gear to
provide internet and telephone (via VOIP) to residences at distances of over
12 miles. These are all line-of-site paths, and the equipment costs less
than $100 for each endpoint. 

If you're going to be using it near DC, I would consider getting an access
point that supports 5GHz:
http://store.netgate.com/Ubiquiti-NanoStation-M5-5GHz-Hi-Power-2x2-MIMO-AirM
ax-Station-P240.aspx.  On 5 GHz you have less interference, and rain doesn't
appear to be as big an issue. Any obstruction is bad news at either 2.4 or
5GHz. 

Big question - Do you need directional or omnidirectional coverage? 

Thanks,

Rick


-----Original Message-----
From: scan-dc-bounces at mailman.qth.net
[mailto:scan-dc-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Alan Henney
Sent: Saturday, December 07, 2013 2:24 PM
To: Scan DC
Subject: [Scan-DC] WIFI resources in D.C. ???


Seeking advice.... looking for an outdoor high-power (omni-directional)
access point.  Any local vendors we can purchase it from?

Any suggested models?  

Do I want b/g or g/n bands?

These models look good to me:

http://www.cyberguys.com/product-details/?productid=48018&rH=1722


http://www.cyberguys.com/product-details/?productid=48019&rH=1722


What do you guys think?

Thank you.
Alan
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