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Hack 67 802.11 Hardware Suppliers

Where to get hard-to-find parts and
supplies.

Generally speaking, the typical
consumer channels are great for obtaining radios, access points, and
routers. But external antennas, adapters, pigtails, and cable can be
harder to come by. On their quest for long-distance networking, many
people find themselves dealing with general-purpose radio suppliers
who have a great deal of knowledge about microwave gear, but very
little experience with 802.11 devices.

Here is a list of popular suppliers for 802.11-related equipment.
Among these vendors, you will find virtually everything you need for
long-distance networking, from antennas and feed line to outdoor
enclosures and weatherproofing supplies. Many of them will build
cables to custom lengths with whatever connectors you require, for a
reasonable fee. They offer a nice selection of various
802.11-specific equipment, as well as general-purpose radio gear.
These vendors are listed for reference only, and
shouldn't be interpreted as an endorsement by either
myself or O'Reilly.

Aeralix, Peabody, MA (http://www.aerialix.com)

Antenna Systems and Supplies, Schaumburg, IL (http://www.antennasystems.com)

Down East Microwave, Frenchtown, NJ (http://www.downeastmicrowave.com)

ElectroComm, Denver, CO (http://www.ecommwireless.com)

FAB Corp, Tampa Bay, FL (http://www.fab-corp.com)

HD Communications, Ronkonkoma, NY (http://www.hdcom.com)

Hyperlink Tech, Boca Raton, FL (http://www.hyperlinktech.com)

NetGate, Spokane, WA (http://www.netgate.com)

NetNimble, Sacramento, CA (http://www.netnimble.net)

Pasadena Networks, Pasadena, CA (http://www.pasadena.net)

Superpass, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada (http://www.superpass.com)

The RF Connection, Gaithersburg, MD (http://www.therfc.com)

With competition in the 802.11 market heating up, combined with the
often confusing intricacies of wireless networking specifications,
many vendors are realizing the importance of customer service. A good
vendor should provide a great deal of information about their
products online, and be willing to answer questions about your
particular application.