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Firetide Wireless Bridge Reference Guide
Version 3.1
Chapter 1 Introduction
The FWB-205 provides a point-to-point Ethernet connection between two locations. The devices function
as a low-level Ethernet bridge. Ethernet frames sent to a unit at one end are automatically forwarded to
the other end, and vice-versa. The system is two-way, half-duplex. Sustained link speeds over 100 Mbps
are achievable, and the system will allocate this bandwidth in the two directions dynamcially to meet
traffic needs.
FWB-205 configuration is easy; it can be performed with a browser. Under normal circumstances, the two
units exchange configuration information automatically.
The FWB-205 Kit is shown in Figure 1. Each kit includes two radio modules, two 19-dBi MIMO antennas,
RF cables, two Ethernet PoE injector/powersupplies, two short Ethernet cables, and mounting hardware.
NOTE: The FWB-205 and its two 19 dBi panel antennas are intended for fixed (non-mobile), point-to-point
applications only. Any other use is prohibited.
Figure 1. FWB-205 Kit Contents
1.1 Planning Your Installation
You must set the units up on the bench and perform several initial configuration steps prior to installing
the units in the field. Basic configuration parameters include:
• IP addresses
• Country code
• Radio channels
These must be set prior to field deployment. The configuration parameters can be modified later, if desired.
Many system designers choose to set all configuration parameters on the bench, prior to field deployment.
Refer to “Chapter 2 Initial Setup for the FWB-205” on page 6 for basic setup information. Refer to
“Chapter 3 Radio and System Settings” on page 9 for complete software configuration information.
Note that is is not necessary to connect the antennas when performing basic bench configuration. The
units will establish a radio connection without antennas when in close proximity.
