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Firetide HotPort 3203 Outdoor Wireless Mesh Node
HotPort™ 3200 series outdoor mesh nodes have weatherproof enclosures and connect
wirelessly to indoor and outdoor HotPort nodes to form a high-performance wireless mesh
network. Outdoor nodes feature a built-in dual-port 10/100 Ethernet switch, a dual-spectrum
radio, and omni-directional antennas. They can operate at 2.4 GHz for maximum capacity and
range, or at 5 GHz for maximum capacity and minimal interference from 2.4 GHz devices. Both
Ethernet ports are weatherproof and support 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE). A removable
sunshield and a mounting bracket are provided with each unit. Options include integrated backup
battery and solar powered charger.
The HotPort 3203 provides Ethernet connectivity for outdoor devices without the need for a wired
backhaul. This enables fast deployment of outdoor networking equipment, such as weatherized
access points and surveillance cameras, virtually anywhere, without costly cabling.
Firetide™ mesh networks provide a reliable, flexible, and scalable alternative to cabling and
leased lines. Because they form automatically without wires and do not require line-of-sight,
Firetide mesh networks can be installed without modifications to buildings or landscaping.
Outdoor network installation costs are dramatically lower because time-consuming trenching and
cable pulling between buildings is not required. Provisioning is also easy and fast because no
special drivers, setup, and interfaces are required for the equipment you connect to a Firetide
instant mesh network.
While operating at 5 GHz, the HotPort 3203’s radio can cover distances up to 2600 ft (800 m).
This long reach between HotPort mesh nodes enables you to extend your network to areas that
are otherwise too distant, expensive, difficult, or environmentally sensitive to wire with LAN cable.
The two weatherproof 10/100 Ethernet connectors provide for connecting Ethernet devices, such
as access points, surveillance cameras, and sensors. The package includes an indoor-rated
power supply, with a country- or region-specific power cord and a 10 m (33 ft) power transition
cable, which can supply power from an AC power source. The HotPort 3203 mesh node can
supply Power over Ethernet to auxiliary Ethernet devices up to a maximum of 48 VDC. Two omni-
directional antennas attach to the bottom of the HotPort 3203 enclosure via a connector and
cable.
Because all mesh nodes are interconnected, a single gateway can provide Internet access to the
entire mesh network. HotPort 3203 outdoor mesh nodes are fully compatible with HotPort 3103
nodes, enabling the mesh to extend to indoor applications.
Firetide HotPort 3203 Node
