[smartBridges] A Bridge Too Far?

[Oliver Leamy]

Hi Folks,   I have a couple of AirNic/AirPoint units in various configurations under test, and they are working fine.  Now we want to look at the hardware that should be used for point-to-point.  We are having arguments here about what the correct hardware configuration should be.  I’ve been trying to act as a referee but have to admit that my knowledge is a bit lacking – so HELP!!!!   CAMP-1:  At location-A use an AirPoint with an omni as the local.  Then connect a second AirPoint via LAN cable and put a directional antenna on the AirPoint to communicate with a mirror system at location-B.  This does work, and I suppose that is the important thing.   CAMP-2:  This group says that AirBridges should be used instead of AirPoints for the Point-To-Point link.  Howeverm they cannot explain why the AirBridge should be better.   Anyone out there got any ideas.  My lazy option is to stick with the AirPoints because we have a load of spare AirPoints, but if the AirBridge has advantages, then I am willing to have my arm twisted!!!     Oliver Leamy   Ogenek Teoranta, Ballingeary, Macroom County Cork +353 (26) 47808 ; +353 (86) 8337664