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MDS entraNET 900 System Guide (Preliminary)
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This manual presents installation and operating instructions for the
MDS entraNET 900 system. It is for use by
professional installers
who
are expected to install, operate, and perform basic maintenance on the
system.
The MDS entraNET 900 system is an easy-to-install wireless solution
that supports long range Serial and Ethernet data transmission at speeds
up to 115.2 kbps. The system includes an Access Point transceiver (AP)
and two types of Remote transceivers—Serial or Ethernet. These units
serve a variety of network configurations.
shows each model
of the entraNET family.
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Figure 1-1. MDS entraNET 900 Transceivers
Rugged Packaging
MDS entraNET units are housed in compact and rugged die-cast cases.
They need only be protected from direct exposure to the weather. The
transceivers are supplied with optional flat surface or 35 mm DIN rail
mounting brackets, depending on customer requirements.
Simple Installation
Basic installation typically employs an omni-directional antenna at the
Access Point location and a directional antenna at each associated
Remote. The antenna is a vital link in the system and must be chosen and
installed correctly. Refer to
for guidance
on choosing proper sites and antennas.
For basic services, you simply hook up an antenna, connect your
Ethernet LAN to the transceiver’s
LAN
port, apply primary power, check
and set a few operating parameters as necessary and you are done. No
license is required for operation in the U.S.A., Canada, and many other
countries.
Secure Operation
Data network security is a vital issue in today's wireless world. The
MDS entraNET’s design provides multiple tools to help you build a net-
work that minimizes the risk of eavesdropping and unauthorized access.
Access Point
Serial Remote
Ethernet Remote
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