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Old 23-02-2009, 14:39   #42
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Originally Posted by Beausoleil View Post
I opted for the Engenius EOC-8610S-EXT wireless client bridge/access point, which is IEEE 802.11/a/b/g capable (2.4/5GHz), in the off chance I come across an 802.11a system. Like the EOC-2610 and others, it's remotely powered via its Ethernet connection (POE).
I just got this unit, but haven't installed it yet.

Is there a special type of Ethernet cable you need to use with it?
If not, is there a preference to cat5, cat5e, or cat6?

Also, did you get a higher gain antenna, or just use the wimpy little one that came with it?
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