SMC Networks 2.4GHz/5GHz manual Chapter Introduction

Chapter 1

Introduction

The SMC EliteConnect Universal 2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless Dual-Band Outdoor Access Point/Bridge system consists of two models that provide point-to-point or point-to-multipoint bridge links between remote Ethernet LANs, and wireless access point services for clients in the local LAN area:

•SMC2888W-S– Includes an integrated high-gain antenna for the 802.11a radio and is designed to operate as a “Slave” bridge in point-to-multipoint configurations, or provide a high-speed point-to-point wireless link between two sites. The 802.11b/g radio requires an external antenna option.

•SMC2888W-M– Provides only external antenna options and is designed to operate as the “Master” bridge in point-to-multipoint configurations, supporting wireless bridge connections to as many as 16 SMC2888W-S Slave units.

Each model is housed in a weatherproof enclosure for mounting outdoors and includes its own brackets for attaching to a wall, pole, radio mast, or tower structure. The unit is powered through its Ethernet cable connection from a power injector module that is installed indoors.

The wireless bridge system offers a fast, reliable, and cost-effective solution for connectivity between remote Ethernet wired LANs or to provide Internet access to an isolated site. The system is also easy to install and operate, ideal for situations where a wired link may be difficult or expensive to deploy. The wireless bridge connection provides data rates of up to 108 Mbps.

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