Introduction - SMC Networks ElliteConnect 2.4GHz/5GHz Owner's Manual

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:
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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.
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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.
Chapter 1

Introduction

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