GO Networks WLP Technical Manual

GO Metro Broadband Wireless

Getting Started

Technical Guide for WLP

Wireless LAN Pico Base Station

Version 2.2

Document #: WLP22070601-R1

GO WLP Getting Started Guide

Trademarks and Licensing Agreement

GO Metro Broadband Wireless, Go MBW, WLAN Sector Base Station, WLS, GO WLAN Pico Base Station, WLP, GO Wireless Network Controller, and WNC are all trademarks of GO Networks Inc.

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Version 1.00

FCC Compliance Status

The following information is for FCC compliance: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to

the following conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment, this equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur.

To meet regulatory restrictions, the outdoor access point must be professionally installed.

The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this frequency when using its antennas. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by GO Networks could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

The antennas used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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Table of Contents

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................3

Ke y P r o du c t Fe a t ur e s ............................................................................................................................3

Organization..............................................................................................................................................4

GO WLAN Pico Base Station (WLP)..................................................................................................5

WLP Package Components.........................................................................................................................5

WLP Safety Information...............................................................................................................................5

RF Exposure..............................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.

WLP Lightning Protector............................................................................................................................6

Installation..........................................................................................................................................7

Installation Process......................................................................................................................................7

Site Survey................................................................................................................................................7

Assembling and Mounting...........................................................................................................................8

Mounting the Antenna................................................................................................................................11

Cable Connections.....................................................................................................................................11

Grounding Cable......................................................................................................................................13

Ethernet Connection................................................................................................................................13

Power Connection ...................................................................................................................................13

Console Connection ................................................................................................................................13

Hardware and Connectors Installation Tools...........................................................................................13

Power Up and Software Configuration.....................................................................................................14

Post-installation Testing Procedure.........................................................................................................14

Configuring the WLP........................................................................................................................15

Connect and Access the WLP.................................................................................................................15

Configuring the Management Connectivity..............................................................................................17

Configuring the Radio Settings................................................................................................................17

Setting the Radio Data Rates..................................................................................................................17

Configuring Multiple SSIDs......................................................................................................................18

Enabling the Radio Interface....................................................................................................................19

Configuring the WDS...............................................................................................................................19

Configuring Authentication Types............................................................................................................22

Configuring the Radius Client in the WLP................................................................................................22

Configuring Privacy Methods...................................................................................................................23

Saving the Configuration..........................................................................................................................24

WLP Configuration Example....................................................................................................................24

Upgrading the WLP Software..........................................................................................................25

Appendix A: List of Acronyms........................................................................................................27

Appendix B: Wiring Specifications.................................................................................................29

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Introduction

GO Networks’ WLP device is the key enabler for the Metro Broadband Wireless (MBW) Solution. Go Pico Cellu lar WiFi architecture offers a novel topology for metro WiFi networks which relies on the strengths of innovative XRF™ architectures. This architecture provides the coverage, capacity, and scalability required to deliver next-generation services and overcome the limitations of existing metro WiFi solutions.

The Go Networks’ Pico Cellular WiFi architecture is a highly scalable Micro/Pico topology which provides unprecedented flexibility to service providers deploying Metro WiFi networks.

Key Product Features

a. Robust Pico cellular WiFi solution b. Separate accesses & backhaul radios delivering unmatched

bandwidth

c. xRF™ smart antenna engine for unmatched (360

capacity enhancements

) coverage and

d. Advanced automatic mesh e. Designed for streetlight, wall, or pole deployment

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Organization

The GO Metro Broadband Getting Started Guide for the Wireless LAN Pico Base Station (WLP) offers information and instructions for quickly installing and configuring the WLP. The instructions and information are presented in one volume as follows:

Introduction GO WLAN Pico Base Station

Installation Process WLP Component and Cable

Connections Configuring the WLP Upgrading the WLP Software Appendix A Appendix B

Contains introductory informat ion about the WLP. Presents a general description and overview of

the WLP including content and safety procedures. Describes the installation process for the WLP. Describes the WLP component and cable

connections. Describes how to configure the WLP. Explains how to update the WLP software. Lists the acronyms that appear in the manual. Details the wiring specifications.

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GO WLAN Pico Base Station (WLP)

The GO WLAN Pico Base Station (WLP) complements the WLAN Sector Base Station (WLS) by delivering street-level coverage and providing capacity enhancements in dense metro areas over a single 802.11b/g channel, while backhauling traffic over multiple 802.11a/b/g radios.

The WLP Base Station delivers omni-directional (360 retaining full xRF smart antenna engine functionality for enhanced capacity and range.

WLP Package Components

The WLP package items are listed in Table 1:

) coverage while

DESCRIPTION REV QTY

Wall/Poll Mount Kit Assembly (new) 1.0 1 Connectors Kit for WLP Package 1.0 1 WLP unit 1.0 1 WLP Access Antenna 2.4GHz 7.4dBi Gain,

Omni 4

802.11a 10dBi Omni Antenna (Backhaul) 2 Streetlight Power Tap Adapter 1

Table 1: WLP package contents

Deployments of gateway devices connected by wire to an indoor switch/router would include installation of a lightning protector. A lightning protector is not supplied as part of the standard package. It can be ordered from GO Networks as an accessory.

Specific installation may require different Power/Ethernet connections. See

WLP Component and Cable Connections

for more details.

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WLP Safety Information

RF Exposure

The WLP, an outdoor access point, is compliant with the requirements set forth in CFR 47 section 1.1307, addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices as defined in OET Bulletin 65. The outdoor access point antennas should be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 3 feet (1 meter) from humans

WLP Lightning Protector

A lightning protector is required when the WLP unit is installed in an outdoor location and the Ethernet cable connects to an indoor network device. The purpose of the lightning protection is to protect people and equipment located indoors from lightning that might strike the WLP or its outdoor cables. Therefore, the lightning protector device should be installed indoors, as close as possible to the point where the cables enter the building.

The lightning protector can also be installed outdoors, as long as the cables that go from the lightning protector to the indoors are well protected from lightning between the box and the building entrance.

Verify that you have shared grounding. GO Networks offers a lightning protector that can be ordered separately.

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Installation Process

Installing the WLAN Pico Base Station involves the following steps:

1. Performing a Site Survey

2. Assemb ling and Mounting

3. Mounting the WLP unit

4. Connecting the Antennas

5. Connecting the c ables

6. Powering up the unit and configuring the software

7. Performing a Post-installation Testing Procedure to verify

connectivity and operation

Installation

Site Survey

Most wireless LANs include many access points installed in various locations in an overlapping radio-cell pattern. It is important to carefully position each access point’s positioning and the assignment of its radio channels. Therefore, a site survey becomes an essential first step before physically deploying the GO MBW WLP Pico Cellular Base Station solution.

Installation of the access points requires a backhaul to interface the corporate network or Internet. This backhaul connection can be a mesh configuration, an Ethernet-wired connection, or a third-party solution. When using any method other then a wired connection, keep in mind the WLP has to have a good reception on its BH side so it will not limit the access-channel performance.

Conclude the site survey with a detailed plan of the MBW system deployment. The system deployment plan should include WLP mounting points and the routes for the power and backhaul cables.

Note: When mounting the WLP on a pole (or wall mount), the pole

should be able to support four times the weight of the WLP, as well as the wind loading created by the WLP.

Since the mounting structure itself is a potential source of

interference, the cell should be mounted with at least 4 feet of clearance between the antennas and the mounting structure.

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Assembling and Mounting

The universal mount is used to attach and secure the WLP to a wall, a lamppost, or a variety of poles.

The WLP mounting consists of the following stages:

a. Securing the mounting brackets to a wall, lamp post, or pole. b. Connecting the WLP unit to the brackets using the ‘L’ adaptor. c. Aligning the WLP unit.

Table 2 lists the universal mount parts:

Item

No.

Description Qty Picture

A Wall/poll bracket 1

B Clamping bracket 1

WLP ‘L’ adapter wall/poll mount

D Bolt M8x70 2

E Screw Hex Cap M8 x25 1

F Bolt M8x40 1

G Washer flat M8 3

H Washer spring M8 4

I Nut M8 1

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