Protecting components from the consequences of lightning strikes and other electrostatic influences is a vital aspect in the design and installation of WLAN systems for outdoor use. The AirLancer SN-ANT is required for all outdoor installations with a LANCOM outdoor WLAN antenna (ON). The AirLancer SN-ANT is installed between the access point and the antenna. It reduces the current surges that can occur even if outdoor lightning-protection equipment is installed, as even partial discharges are capable of damaging the sensitive WLAN modules in access points.