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38  |   6  Verifying Connectivity

Once connected, use the 

ping

 command to verify that you can reach both 

the SkyPilot Extender and the access point. For example:

> ping 192.168.0.3

PING 192.168.5.1: 56 data bytes
64 bytes from 192.168.0.3: icmp_seq=0. time=11. ms
64 bytes from 192.168.0.3: icmp_seq=1. time=12. ms
64 bytes from 192.168.0.3: icmp_seq=2. time=12. ms ----
192.168.5.1 PING
Statistics---- 3 packets transmitted, 3 packets received, 0% 
packet loss round-trip (ms)  min/avg/max = 0/16/32

> ping 192.168.0.2

PING 192.168.5.1: 56 data bytes
64 bytes from 192.168.0.2: icmp_seq=0. time=11. ms
64 bytes from 192.168.0.2: icmp_seq=1. time=12. ms
64 bytes from 192.168.0.2: icmp_seq=2. time=12. ms ----
192.168.5.1 PING
Statistics---- 3 packets transmitted, 3 packets received, 0% 
packet loss round-trip (ms)  min/avg/max = 0/16/32

Содержание SkyPilot Gateway Pro

Страница 1: ...i SkyPilot by Trilliant Gateway Pro Installation and Setup Preliminary 671 00XXX 01 Rev A Draft 1 SP 5XXX...

Страница 2: ...lkit http www openssl org Copyright c 1998 2005 The OpenSSL Project All rights reserved Redistribution and use in source and binary forms with or without modification are permitted provided that the f...

Страница 3: ...nfiguring the SkyPilot Gateway Pro 17 Provisioning 17 Cabling 18 Powering Up 21 Configuring the SkyPilot Gateway Pro 22 Configuring Adjacent SkyPilot Gateway Pros 26 Chapter 5 Installing the SkyPilot...

Страница 4: ...iv Contents Regulatory Statements for Canada 46 Appendix C Specifications 49 Appendix D Pinouts 53 RJ 45 Pins 53 DB 9 Adapter 54...

Страница 5: ...all and set up a SkyPilot Gateway Pro device It assumes administrator level knowledge of IP networks and a familiarity with configuring wireless devices Chapter Highlights Audience and purpose How thi...

Страница 6: ...dures Chapter 4 Configuring the SkyPilot Gateway Pro describes the process for bringing up a SkyPilot Gateway Pro unit for the first time Chapter 5 Installing the SkyPilot Gateway Pro explains how to...

Страница 7: ...ut A monospace font is used for code elements variable names data values function names and so forth command lines scripts and source code listings Italic monospace is used for replaceable elements an...

Страница 8: ...viii About This Guide...

Страница 9: ...es an overview of the SkyPilot Networks solution describes the SkyPilot devices and then illustrates how they combine to form a mesh network Chapter Highlights Solution Overview Mesh Network SkyPilot...

Страница 10: ...a SkyPilot wireless mesh network can greatly reduce deployment and maintenance costs Multiple topology options and network scalability create intriguing options for rapidly expanding a metro Wi Fi cu...

Страница 11: ...reless mesh network beyond the range of the SkyPilot Gateway Pro SkyPilot Connectors link subscribers to the wireless mesh network via an Ethernet port that allows connection from a PC or a local area...

Страница 12: ...tion it XXX SkyPilot Extender Extender DualBand SkyPilot Extenders and SkyPilot Extender DualBands provide a cost effective way to extend range and balance network loads by operating as repeaters to e...

Страница 13: ...AN via a data switch or router Designed for installation by the service provider the SkyPilot Connector attaches to an external structure such as an eave roof or pole The SkyPilot Connector DualBand o...

Страница 14: ...6 Chapter 1 Introduction...

Страница 15: ...ipment you need to install the device and configure it for operation on a SkyPilot wireless mesh network This chapter describes that equipment and lists additional items you should have on hand before...

Страница 16: ...e included power supply or your own PoE PSE equipment Note that the power supply is not outdoor ratedl it should be mounted indoors or in a suitable enclosure DB 9 to RJ 45 adapter This can be used to...

Страница 17: ...r basic mounting 7 16 wrench 9 16 wrench Phillips screwdriver Loc tite or other thread locking compound For pole mounting Magnetic level Steel pole between 1 1 4 and 2 1 8 in diameter For network cabl...

Страница 18: ...gives easier access Crossover cable for connecting to a an access point switch or router RJ 45 unshielded connectors connectors without a protective plastic boot are preferred they fit through the ca...

Страница 19: ...kyPilot Network This chapter provides instructions for configuring the SkyPilot Gateway Pro and then performing the physical installation Chapter Highlights Planning your installation GPS and the SkyP...

Страница 20: ...es homes or offices Table 3 1 Stages of deployment Stage Description Identify equipment locations Identify and prepare locations for installation Choose an operating frequency Choose a clean center fr...

Страница 21: ...survey should include an RF scan to identify available frequencies You should also check your preferred frequency at all locations A frequency that s clear at one location may be crowded at another Fr...

Страница 22: ...ing for the GPS signal press the TILDE key to bypass the search the device will then proceed through the startup sequence NOTE The GPS search should be bypassed only for device configuration not for s...

Страница 23: ...block radio communications entirely Type of SkyPilot Connector Because it s typically placed outside and at higher elevation than the indoor connector the outdoor version of the SkyPilot Connector pr...

Страница 24: ...xed locations with easy and continuous access to power Choose an Operating Frequency All the devices on a SkyPilot network operate on a single frequency Before beginning the installation visit the dep...

Страница 25: ...field To do so you will need to connect cables and the GPS antenna Chapter Highlights Cabling Powering up Configuring the SkyPilot Gateway Pro Accessing the command line interface Provisioning To pro...

Страница 26: ...al connections 1 Remove the access plate from the back of the unit 2 Connect the Ethernet cable a Unscrew the black cable clamp and remove the grey rubber gasket b Thread your Ethernet cable through t...

Страница 27: ...connector and then tighten the cap until the cable is securely held 3 Connect the serial cable This is done in the same manner as the Ethernet cable You must first remove the plug and installed the su...

Страница 28: ...own in Figure 4 3 2 Connect the GPS antenna cable to the SMA connector on the unit bottom 3 The GPS antenna is magnetic and will stick to the mounting bracket 4 Temporarily place the GPS antenna where...

Страница 29: ...y Pro must have access to a GPS signal to complete its power on sequence and start making wireless network connections Depending on your SkyPilot network configuration the device may be unable to conn...

Страница 30: ...le from the SkyPilot website at www skypilot com support Manual Manual provisioning permits the configuration of only a single device at a time creating the minimum settings required for a wireless li...

Страница 31: ...mmarizes the steps required to manually provision a device Table 4 2 Manually Provisioning a Device Page 1 of 2 Step Refer to 1 Decide whether to provision the device using the command line interface...

Страница 32: ...tool references making sure to set at least the minimum provisioning parameters refer to Required Provisioning Parameters and in SkyPilot Network Administration SkyPilot Command Line Interface Referen...

Страница 33: ...tion Red Hat Linux 9 0 SkyPilot OS Installation Fedora Core 2 and 4 SkyPilot OS Installation Red Hat Enterprise Linux ES 3 and 4 2 For new SkyPilot network deployments install the server component of...

Страница 34: ...e Starting SkyProvision SkyProvision Display Pane Searching for Configured Devices 8 For DualBands provision the access point s For information about access point settings refer to SkyPilot Network Ad...

Страница 35: ...her devices to establish network links When provisioned and powered on the SkyPilot Gateway Pro immediately starts transmitting hello beacons that SkyPilot Extenders and Sky Connectors use to form lin...

Страница 36: ...o IMPORTANTIt is the installer s responsibility to verify that the support pole and its installation method are of sufficient strength to withstand onsite weather conditions The supplied mounting brac...

Страница 37: ...the pole about nine inches lower than the first Again make sure the threaded holes are facing up Figure 5 3 Pole Clamps Attached to Pole 3 Attach the hinged brackets to the SkyPilot Gateway Pro using...

Страница 38: ...the double hinged bracket on the bottom IMPORTANTThe holes in the unit are fine thread DO NOT use 1 4 20 UNC coarse thread hardware in these holes IMPORTANTTheSkyPilotGatewayProcaseisaluminum Donoover...

Страница 39: ...The tabs fit into recesses in the pole clamps Use the 1 4 20 Phillips screws to secure the brackets to the clamps Figure 5 5 SkyPilot Pro Top View Showing Tabs Screws 5 Adjust the angle of the unit a...

Страница 40: ...32 5 Installing the SkyPilot Gateway Pro...

Страница 41: ...ro to verify that the device is fully online See Table 6 1for a summary of what the LED status lights mean For a detailed description of the status lights refer to SkyGateway SkyExtender Installation...

Страница 42: ...way For example ping 192 168 5 1 PING 192 168 5 1 56 data bytes 64 bytes from 192 168 5 1 icmp_seq 0 time 11 ms 64 bytes from 192 168 5 1 icmp_seq 1 time 12 ms 64 bytes from 192 168 5 1 icmp_seq 2 tim...

Страница 43: ...6 2 SkyPilot Extender DualBand LED status lights Device state Link LED Activity LED Startup in progress Slow staggered blinking of both LEDs Startup failure Off On Initializing image and acquiring GPS...

Страница 44: ...n Link Steady illumination SkyPilot Connector is connected to another device via its Ethernet port LAN Act Blinking Device is transmitting or receiving data via its Ethernet port WAN Link Blinking fas...

Страница 45: ...min avg max 0 16 32 Confirming SkyPilot Extender DualBand Access Point Connectivity There are four ways to confirm SkyPilot Extender DualBand access point connectivity Use the ping command to verify t...

Страница 46: ...time 12 ms 64 bytes from 192 168 0 3 icmp_seq 2 time 12 ms 192 168 5 1 PING Statistics 3 packets transmitted 3 packets received 0 packet loss round trip ms min avg max 0 16 32 ping 192 168 0 2 PING 1...

Страница 47: ...range of commands available through the command line interface For detailed troubleshooting procedures refer to the Troubleshooting section in SkyPilot Network Administration There you ll find troubl...

Страница 48: ...40 6 Verifying Connectivity...

Страница 49: ...ion contact a qualified installation specialist who is familiar with your operating environments If lightning is a threat in your area consider a consultation with a lightning and transient protection...

Страница 50: ...ents Use of an antioxide compound and proper sealing is essential For protection against corrosion wrap all connections with Scotch 130C tape Checking Cold Water Pipe Integrity If you re using a cold...

Страница 51: ...abling designed for use with SkyPilot equipment For more information visit SkyPilot customer support at www skypilot com support to view accessory guides for SkyPilot branded surge protection solution...

Страница 52: ...n the CAT5 cable through metallic conduit installed on the tower Bleed off any static charge by installing a streamer delaying static dissipation array above the SkyPilot device Install all lightning...

Страница 53: ...ecific regulations Media access Time Division Duplex TDD Modulation technique OFDM with adaptive modulation Modulation rates 6 54 Mbps Throughput UDP Up to 20 Mbps TCP Up to 10 5 Mbps Latency 10 12 ms...

Страница 54: ...g temperature 40 to 131 F 40 to 55 C Wind loading Up to 150 mph 240 km h Enclosure humidity NEMA 4X External PoE PSE Power 110 230 VAC 50 60 Hz input 16 watts maximum Certifications FCC Part 15 FCC 47...

Страница 55: ...802 1p based based on protocol type IP address port ID and configurable IP address list Traffic shaping Per device rate limits upstream and downstream Monitoring and MIB support Supported MIBs MIB II...

Страница 56: ...52 Appendix C Specifications...

Страница 57: ...the Ethernet interface port labeled CPE on the SkyPilot Gateway Pro power supply and the device s serial interface RJ 45 Pins Table D 1 lists the RJ 45 pin assignments Table D 1 RJ 45 Pin Assignments...

Страница 58: ...ing figures show the connection between the SkyPilot Gateway Pro CPE port and a standard computer DB 9 serial port the DB 9 pinouts and the cable pin correspondence Figure D 1 RJ 45 to DB 9 physical c...

Страница 59: ...n be visualized as shown in Figure D 3 Figure D 3 Straight through cabling Although there is no official standard the connector wire colors typically are as described in Table D 3 Table D 3 Typical RJ...

Страница 60: ...device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference recei...

Страница 61: ...duct must adhere to the installation instructions provided in this manual This transmitter must not be co located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Exposition aux radiat...

Страница 62: ...n any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device the device has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has b...

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