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Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Gogo Business Aviation. By installing the Gogo Cloudport unit, the aircraft owner is authorizing Gogo content to be transferred via the aircraft owner’s internet connection. Additional data rates may apply for internet charges related to the Cloudport connection which will be at the aircraft owner’s expense.
1.1. General This document describes installation and setup for the Gogo Cloudport. The Cloudport is a device that downloads and stores digital content from the Gogo Cloud Service, then feeds that content wirelessly to Gogo AVANCE, SCS, and UCS-equipped aircraft parked nearby. Refer to Figure 2.1 for a block diagram.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 2.1. Introduction and Overview The Cloudport connects wirelessly to Gogo Business Aviation products to provide a secure link to the Gogo Cloud service. See Figure 2.1. The Cloudport is compatible with the following Gogo BA products: •...
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Generated From: Gogo LLC CMDB Lifecycle: Production Status Date: 02/12/2020 Figure 2.2. Cloudport Installation Schematic Description and Operation, Section 2 Page 8 of 18 Gogo Business Aviation confidential and proprietary D32054-A, February 2020 Number: D32054 Rev: A Status: Released...
Lifecycle: Production Status Date: 02/12/2020 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS 3.1. Technical Specifications Cloudport Part Number ......P49159-002 Dimensions…………………………………7.95” L × 7.75” W × 3.12” H Weight………………………………………7.45 lbs. (3.38 kg) Power Requirements………...……………100/240 VAC Temperature (operational)…………………0°C to +50°C (32 to 122 degrees F) Description and Operation,...
The Ethernet cable connecting Cloudport to the internet access point must not exceed 300 feet. To help installers select an optimal location for installation, Gogo has mapped signal strength according to equipment location within a typical 25,000 square foot hangar. Refer to Figure 4.1.
Cloudport. Figure 4.3. Cloudport Antennas Positioned to Cover a Single Area Description and Operation, Section 2 Page 11 of 18 Gogo Business Aviation confidential and proprietary D32054-A, February 2020 Number: D32054 Rev: A Status: Released...
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Figure 4.4. Figure 4.4. Cloudport Antennas Positioned to Cover a Wider Area Description and Operation, Section 2 Page 12 of 18 Gogo Business Aviation confidential and proprietary D32054-A, February 2020 Number: D32054 Rev: A Status: Released...
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“noisy” RF environments to identify a channel not currently in use. Otherwise, skip to Section 4.5. Description and Operation, Section 2 Page 13 of 18 Gogo Business Aviation confidential and proprietary D32054-A, February 2020 Number: D32054 Rev: A Status: Released...
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Status Date: 02/12/2020 4.4. Optional SSID Survey 4.4.1. Download and install a reputable, free wireless survey tool. Gogo recommends Ekahau HeatMapper, but any reputable wireless survey tool will suffice. 4.4.2. Open wireless survey tool and identify channels with existing SSIDs.
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Ethernet port is properly configured to allow internet access. 4.5.7. On the System Settings page, begin configuring Cloudport by personalizing the dropdown menus. Description and Operation, Section 2 Page 15 of 18 Gogo Business Aviation confidential and proprietary D32054-A, February 2020 Number: D32054 Rev: A Status: Released...
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Cloudport. Some operators may prefer to transfer content during off-peak hours. 4.5.10. In the Update frequency menu, select how frequently Cloudport will update its operating software. 4.5.11. The SSID field is populated with Gogo-Status. Installers may rename the SSID (no spaces, 32 character maximum). Description and Operation,...
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D17000, Section 4.5.7 and Figure 4.8 below. Figure 4.8. UCS Network Configuration Page • On AVANCE or SCS Wi-Fi Radios page, make sure Gogo Cloud Enabled checkbox is checked. Refer to D24734, Section 6.9 and Figure 4.9 below. Description and Operation, Section 2...
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Generated From: Gogo LLC CMDB Lifecycle: Production Status Date: 02/12/2020 Figure 4.9. AVANCE/SCS Wi-Fi Radios Page 4.5.18. Contact Gogo Business Aviation Technical Support at 1-303-301-3278 or BAtechsupport@gogoair.com if equipment is suspected of failure. Description and Operation, Section 2 Page 18 of 18...