Chapter 1 • Introduction
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The DW6000, in combination with an antenna and an Ethernet
hub or wireless base station, provide s satellite connectivity for
multiple local area network (LAN ) hosts. All the necessary
software resides on the DW6000, which serves as the router.
Because the software is on the DW6000, there is no need for a
computer to run any client software .
The end user or customer must supply and configure all hardware
and software necessary to install and operate a wired (Ethernet)
or wireless LAN.
Figure 2 illustrates the functionality of the DW6000 within a
DIRECWAY network. Note that the DW6000 is independent of
operating platforms. It can also be used with devices other than
computers, such as point-of-sale (POS) terminals or credit
verification devices.
Figure 3 also illustrates the functionality of a DW6000. In this
example, an Ethernet hub is connected to the DW6000 and
supports a local area network (LAN).
Note: Customers who install networks may need a router rather
than a hub, depending on their service plan.
Figure 2: Remove site with DW6000 installed, single computer
Inroute
Outroute
Antenna
DIRECWAY
Network
Operations
Center (NOC)
Satellite
DW6000
PC
Mac
Unix
Linux
POS terminal
or other device
Internet
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