1. What does it mean that the antenna is directional?

Type of antenna which maximizes its gain in particular direction. Like a flashlight concentrates its light at one spot, directional antenna emits radio waves in a concentrated beam. Directioanl antenna radiation pattern: To learn more about directional antennas take a look at -> „link”

2. Why placing router and antenna in one enclosure is better?

The biggest benefit of router and antenna being next to each other is the reduction of cable used to connect the elements. Reducing the cable length reduces its loss, which has high impact on signal quality.

IPXY is an Ingress Protection Rating, which defines protection levels of certain product. X from 0-6 defines security level from penetration of solids. Y from 0-9 defines security level from water.

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Antenna QuBox Enclosure for Cisco 2702I

P/n: QEC2702I

Integrated outdoor enclosure + place to install Cisco 2702I (All-in-one)

The QuBox enclosure for Cisco is an outdoor housing designed specifically for the installation of access point Cisco 2702I. Custom mounting system ensures easy inegration of Access Point inside the enclosure.

The enclosure can be easily mounted on a wall or mast.

Made from ABS, the enclosure for Cisco 2702I offers high IP67 protection, guarding the device against dust and water, making it an ideal choice for demanding environments. It is perfectly suited for public spaces such as stadiums, train stations, airports, and hotels, as well as warehouses, factories, and mines.

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