Deploy WLAN in large buildings - WDS

Hi!

I have to setup a WLAN in a large building. I need about 8 radio-cells, where 5 cells can be accessed by CAT-7 cables.

How would you set this up?

Is it good idea, to configure all the nodes as WDS-Bridges with RSTP? Then, the client could (in theory) walk through the whole building without any frequency change.

Or would it be better to use different frequencies and just use WDS-Slaves where needed (no cable access).

Thank you for any hint!

Best regards,
Stril

The Mesh configuration would be the best approach, but …
I don’t much about it, may be someone else.

Use wires.

You’ll remember me when you install this wireless. xD

I’m having problems now with a mesh network in a building using 2.4 for users and 5 ghz for links. Links work well with no more than 2 rooms… I dont find any small 5ghz antena to make this indoor instalations.

Hi!

But if I use wires, how should I set this up?
Is it better to use WDS to be allowed to use one single frequency in the whole building, or to use different frequencies and “isolated” WLAN-cells?

Stril