MST Impact NS5001, User Manual

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Chapter
1
Understanding the NS50 Wireless Network Switch
This chapter presents the features and functions of the ImPact NS50
Wireless Network Switch and shows how it is integrated within a
network. Topics:
• Hardware Overview
•
System Layout
Mine Site Technologies' ImPact NS50 consists of a managed fibre
optic Ethernet switch and two 802.11b/g wireless access points. It
• Connectivity
provides wired and wireless network access for mining environments
that do not require Intrinsically Safe equipment. The NS50 forms a
network infrastructure where voice, tracking, video and process control
applications can be used to enhance mining safety and communications.
The NS50 has the following features:
• Up to four fibre optic Gigabit Ethernet ports
• Four 10/100 Ethernet ports with Power over Ethernet (PoE) supply
capability
• Up to two 802.11b/g wireless access points
• Powder-coated stainless steel enclosure, sealed to comply with an
Ingress Protection standard rating of IP65
• AeroScout tag reading capability, allowing real time tracking of
assets and personnel
• Composite cabling system incorporating fibre optic data and DC
power
• Low power design, with a wide input voltage from 10-50VDC
• Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support for remote
monitoring
• Wireless Distribution System (WDS) for wireless VLAN trunking
with other ImPact network devices.
For detailed specifications on the NS50, see ImPact NS50
Specifications on page 113.
NS50 User Guide 13 Revision C