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Summary of Contents for SkyAccess DualBand

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Page 3: ...Getting help 16 Planning your installation 17 Cabling the SkyAccess DualBand 18 Powering on the SkyAccess DualBand 20 Optimizing location 22 Mounting the SkyAccess DualBand 24 Connecting to the wirel...

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Page 5: ...SkyPilot SkyAccess DualBand that provides access to a SkyPilot wireless mesh network and serves as an access point for users of 802 1x wireless Wi Fi This guide assumes administrator level knowledge o...

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Page 7: ...less local area networks each with its own VLAN and security policy One SkyAccess DualBand can support several business models with a single service installation Illustration The SkyAccess DualBand ac...

Page 8: ...ntenna arrays the SkyPilot network delivers a dynamic broadband solution with significant advantages for business and home users SkyPilot wireless devices are simple to install and easily fit into any...

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Page 10: ...vated site such as a cell tower or the top of a tall building 0 0 SkyExtenders and SkyExtender DualBands provide a cost effective way to add capacity and balance network loads by operating as repeater...

Page 11: ...e roof or pole Because it provides a better line of sight to the SkyGateway or a SkyExtender the outdoor SkyConnector generally offers greater range than the indoor unit The indoor version of the SkyC...

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Page 13: ...yAccess DualBand kit provides everything you need to install the device and configure it as both a connector to your wireless mesh network and an 802 11b g Wi Fi access point This chapter reviews that...

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Page 15: ...wing For basic mounting A Phillips screwdriver For pole mounting A magnetic level optional A secured steel pole between 1 13 2 87 cm and 1 37 3 48 cm in diameter For network cabling A spool of CAT5 ne...

Page 16: ...e IP address for the management of the access point if it s not connected to a DHCP server A default gateway and subnet mask for the management network if the access point is not on the same subnet as...

Page 17: ...Trees buildings and hills can block a wireless signal Also keep in mind that the RF environment is dynamic and can deteriorate over time as obstacles appear or are relocated Plan on testing potential...

Page 18: ...s every 6 to 12 months scheduling regular maintenance visits to coincide with the site audits Ethernet cabling provides both power and data connectivity for the SkyAccess DualBand The section provides...

Page 19: ...cable into the gasket and insert the gasket into the housing taking care not to twist or place unnecessary force on the RJ 45 connector Fit the metal cover over the weather gasket and secure it with t...

Page 20: ...on 20 4 The tie wraps provide relief from cable strain and ensure a fully weatherproof seal Before mounting the SkyAccess DualBand first power on the unit so that you can use the onboard LEDs to deter...

Page 21: ...ation 21 4 2 If the connections are correct the power LED labeled PWR and the WAN activity LED labeled WAN Act on the SkyAccess DualBand will illuminate The WAN Act LED should blink and turn off but t...

Page 22: ...ake minor adjustments to find the location where the signal is strongest The faster the LED blinks the stronger the signal When the WAN Act LED blinks steadily and at a high rate you have an optimal s...

Page 23: ...SkyPilot SkyAccess DualBand Installation 23 NOTE For more information on LED states see Table 1...

Page 24: ...t continue to blink the signal is not strong enough to support reliable service or there is a provisioning problem that s preventing the device from coming online Contact your network administrator St...

Page 25: ...AT5 cable from the power injector to power down the device 1 8 To provide Wi Fi connectivity the SkyAccess DualBand requires attachment of the 2 4 GHz antenna included with the device Screw the antenn...

Page 26: ...SkyPilot SkyAccess DualBand Installation 26 5 Tighten the bolts securely on the mounting hardware 3 6 3 5 8GHz...

Page 27: ...e wireless network to gain access to Internet services and applications You can connect to the SkyAccess DualBand with Ethernet or use the onboard access point to establish a wireless connection Conne...

Page 28: ...SkyPilot SkyAccess DualBand Installation 28 D Connect to the wireless network via a Wi Fi connection 2 D 45 E E E F SkyAccessDualBand publicpublic 5 8GHz...

Page 29: ...erate on the wireless mesh network and an access point configuration that allows the device to support local wireless connections via Wi Fi For information about configuring both the device and the ac...

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Page 31: ...an interface with the device that operates as a node on the wireless mesh network and a separate interface with the access point that extends Wi Fi connectivity to subscribers You can connect to a Sky...

Page 32: ...of them see SkyPilot Network Administration For comprehensive guidelines to troubleshooting devices on your SkyPilot wireless mesh network see Getting Started with the SkyPilot Network You can connect...

Page 33: ...SkyAccess DualBand ships with the default IP address 192 168 0 3 From your Telnet application open a connection to the access point Once you re logged in you can use the command line interface to set...

Page 34: ...d in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipme...

Page 35: ...Pilot SkyAccess DualBand Installation 35 6 0 To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements in section 1 1307 a minimum separation distance of 40 cm 16 inches is required between the antenna and all pers...

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Page 37: ...0 GHz Wi Fi Access 2 400 2 483 5 GHz EIRP 42 5 dBm 17 8 W peak 36 dBm 4 W average 33 dBm 2 W average 30 dBm 1 W average or 36 dBm 4 W peak EIRP selected for country specific regulations Wi Fi Access 3...

Page 38: ...ers and SkyExtender DualBands Authentication MD5 based certificates Encryption 128 bit AES on all wireless links Connectors RJ 45 Ethernet connection 10 100bT and power Power over Ethernet Mounting Ea...

Page 39: ...and software Authentication MD5 based certificates Encryption AES Filtering Based on protocol type IP port ID and configurable IP address list VLAN Supports 802 1q VLAN tagging supports a management V...

Page 40: ...SkyPilot SkyAccess DualBand Installation 40 Configuration file XML over HTTP...

Page 41: ...address list Traffic shaping Per device rate limits upstream and downstream Supported MIBs MIB II RFC 1213 EtherLike RFC 2665 Bridge RFC 1493 SkyPilot private MIB Local management RS 232 Serial Consol...

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