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Point-to-Multipoint Bridging, Mesh Network,
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Network Configuration Examples Chapter 1 Overview Point-to-Multipoint Bridging The access points can be used as a RAP to connect multiple remote MAPs with their associated wired networks (see Figure 1-4). By default this capability is turned-off for all access points. To support Ethernet bridging, you must enable bridging on the controller for each access point. Wireless client access can be provided over the bridging link; however, if bridging between tall buildings, the 2.4-Ghz wireless coverage area may be limited and possibly not suitable for direct wireless client access. Figure 1-4 Access Point Point to Multipoint Bridging Example 148439 Mesh Network The access points are typically deployed in a mesh network configuration. In a typical mesh deployment, one or more RAPs have a wired network connection through a switch to a controller. Other remote MAPs without wired network connections use the backhaul feature to optimally link to a RAP that is connected to the wired network. In the mesh network, the links between the access points are referred to as the backhaul links. Intelligent wireless routing is provided by the patent-pending Adaptive Wireless Path protocol (AWPP). This enables each MAP to identify its neighbors and intelligently choose the optimal path to the RAP with the wired network connection by calculating the cost of each path in terms of signal strength and the number of hops required to get to a controller. Cisco Aironet 1500 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 1-8 OL-9977-05