Planet MAP-3120 Specifications

MAP-3120

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or truly Wireless network connectivity, PLANET Mesh Access Point, MAP-

3120, is designed with IEEE 802.11a/b/g standards and addressed on

providing a high performance mesh network. It provides local wireless

connectivity at any location over a self-adaptation mesh backhaul. All

mesh nodes can operate at 2.4GHz for long range and better penetration,

or at 5GHz to minimize the frequency interference. The detachable

antennas design allows users to use proper antennas for various deploying

requirements.

Though there are multiple interfaces (LAN, WLAN, Backhaul) integrated

in MAP-3120, they are all bridged with one single IP. This is layer 2

operation. The layer 2 infrastructure is suitable for smaller scale mesh

network. Comparing with layer 3 operation, the configurations and

installations of a layer 2 infrastructure will be simpler and easier. Without

the extra resource consuming on routing, the overall performance of layer

2 operation is better than layer 3 operation.

To facilitate the administration task throughout the mesh network, PLANET

provides a centralized managing software: MAP Management System.

This software is built based on SNMP protocol and can be installed in a

computer. After launching, this software can locate and monitor all MAP-

3120 in the same network. The graphical interface allows administrator to

understand the whole network status in seconds.

Data Sheet

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Key Features

Dual wireless interfaces for independent Backhaul link and local •
clients connection

2 x IEEE802.11a/b/g adapters•

2 x reverse SMA connector•

Completes AODV (Ad-Hoc On Demand Vector) routing (layer 2) •
between all node APs

Adjustable output power•

Central management software•

AES backhaul communication•

IEEE 802.1q VLAN, multiple VLAN/SSID supports•

IEEE 802.1x, IEEE802.1i WPA/ WPA2, and VPN pass-through •
mechanisms

Supports Wireless Separation, Watchdog mechanism•

Supports SNMP v2c, v3•

IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet capable•

802.11a/b/g Indoor MESH Access Point – Layer 2

Applications

Enterprise / Warehouse Deployment

Each MAP-3120 forms an individual operational node, and it will
automatically locate and associate to the existing Mesh network.
Deploying with single IP segment, the MAP-3120 form a Layer 2 mesh
network, which is easy to install and manage. As more equipments
installed, the infrastructure can be expanded more flexible and easier.
Thus it makes the perfect solution for medium scale deployment (less
than 250 users), such as warehouses, and the Enterprise buildings.

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MAP-3120

Data Sheet

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Specification

Product 802.11a/b/g Indoor MESH Access Point – Layer 2

Model MAP-3120

Wireless LAN

Wireless Standard

IEEE 802.11a
IEEE 802.11b/g

Media Access Protocol CSMA / CA

RF Modulation

802.11a: OFDM

802.11g: OFDM

802.11b: DSSS

Data Rate

802.11b: 11 / 5.5 / 2 / 1Mbps, Auto

802.11a/g: 54 / 48 / 36 / 24 / 18 / 12 / 9 / 6Mbps, Auto

Transmit Power

20dBm max.
Transmit Power levels adjustable

Sensitivity

802.11b:

-95dBm @1Mbps

-94dBm @2Mbps

-92dBm @5.5Mbps

-90dBm @11Mbps

802.11g

-90dBm @6Mbps

-89dBm @9Mbps

-87dBm @12Mbps

-85dBm @18Mbps

-82dBm @24Mbps

-79dBm @36Mbps

-76dBm @48Mbps

-74dBm @54Mbps

802.11a

-88dBm @6Mbps

-87dBm @9Mbps

-85dBm @12Mbps

-83dBm @18Mbps

-80dBm @24Mbps

-75dBm @36Mbps

-73dBm @48Mbps

-71dBm @54Mbps

Operating Channels

802.11a: 12 channels

802.11b/g: 11 / 13 / 14 channels

RF Connector 2 x Reversed SMA (WLAN1 / WLAN2)

Operating Mode

System
Layer 2 Gateway
Layer 2 Relay
WLAN1
Backhaul mode
WLAN2
AP mode

Infrastructure Type Layer 2 Repeating
Auto-Channel Selection Yes
WLAN Security WEP-64/128, WPA, WPA2
Hide SSID Yes
Wireless Separation Yes

Ethernet

Ethernet Standard

IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, 10Base-T, 100Base-TX
IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet

Operating Mode LAN x 5, local service

Ethernet Connector

10/100Base-TX, auto-negotiation
IEEE 802.3af compliant for Public and LAN #1 ports (end-span device, powered via wire 1, 2, 3 & 6)