Product Description The D-Link ANT24-0801 is a Pico Cell Patch Antenna for wireless data transmission in indoor or outdoor environments. The ANT24-0801 provides 8.5dBi signal strength operating on 2.4,2.5 GHz ISM band (Industrial, Scientific and Medical). This provides wider range of wireless coverage to reduce the cost of running standard cable lines.The ANT24-0801 is a convenient way to extended wireless coverage to an existing 802.11b wireless LAN network. The ANT24-0801 can be used with the D-Link DWL-900 Access Point or wireless routers such as the DI-714 or DI-713P. The ANT24-0801 is weatherproof and made of corrosion-resistant material to withstand harsh outdoor conditions. The D-Link ANT24-0801 includes a swivel mount that allows pivotal adjustment for precise positioning for the most concentrated signal strength. The D-Link ANT24-0801 includes a Lightning Surge Protector and 1.6 feet of Extension cable.
Customer Reviews:
D-Link ANT24-0801 - Additional inline amplifier is requiredJanuary 11, 2007 4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This antenna (and all D-Link high gain antennas) require an additional 1 watt inline amplifier in order to achieve the extended range as rated by D-Link. This will be an additional expense of approximately $300.00, purchased from a 3rd party. Without the amplifier the antenna(s) produce a signal at or below the standard antenna. Once the amplifier is installed the antenna works as rated. No where within D-Link's information or installation instructions do they inform you of this requirement. When I inquired from D-Link as to why I was no obtaining the range as rated, I received the following:br /br /"To boost output you will need to use an amplifier. The Antenna is going to change the shape of the signal, and the direction. the problem with using an external antenna without an amp is the Router does not have enough power to push the signal through the extra media."br /br /I then asked as to where within their documentation does it state that an amplifier is required, I received the following:br /br /"The initial reply that you received that the router does not have a strong enough amplifier to push the signal to any great length is correct, unfortunately. The loss in signal strength that you noticed is possibly due to losses in the conversion cable. I do agree with you that does not seem to mention amplification in the product specs as you have pointed out. I shall talk it to a supervisor and see if there can be some mention of extra amplification might be needed, to get best results for APs."
