Firetide HotPoint 1000S Installation Manual

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Instant Networking Guide

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  • Page 1 HotPoint 1000S Wireless Mesh Router Instant Networking Guide...
  • Page 2 www.fi retide.com...
  • Page 3 HotPoint 1000S Wireless Mesh Router Instant Networking Guide Firetide, Inc. www.fi retide.com Honolulu Offi ce 928 Nuuanu Avenue, Suite 200 Honolulu, HI 96817 Silicon Valley Offi ce 16795 Lark Avenue Los Gatos, CA 95032 Document number 700-0001-003 March 2004...
  • Page 4 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Modifi cations: Any modifi cations made to this device that are not approved by Firetide, Inc. may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1000S ....... . .4 What is a Firetide Mesh Network? ......5 Building a Firetide Mesh Network .
  • Page 6: Firetide Tm Tm 1000S

    The network is very adaptable, allowing you to change the network confi guration in real-time. The HotPoint 1000S acts as a portable Ethernet switch that you can place anywhere you want simply by plugging the unit into a standard power outlet.
  • Page 7: What Is A Firetide Mesh Network

    What is a Firetide Mesh Network? Firetide mesh networks feature a self-confi guring, self-healing, multi-hop topology. Because of these inherent self-organizing properties, a mesh network requires no manual confi guration. Thus, creating a new network or adding or relocating network equipment is as easy as powering up new nodes.
  • Page 8: Building A Firetide Mesh Network

    Understand HotPoint Antenna Patterns HotPoint routers have omni directional antennas that radiate in a broad Installing, expanding, or even relocating a Firetide Mesh network is circular pattern perpendicular to the antenna shaft. The antennas have simple and fast. Simply place a HotPoint router wherever you need pivoting mounts with a very wide range of motion.
  • Page 9 “see” which units are within direct range of each other. HotPoint Manager also provides additional security and optional confi guration features. You can download the software free of charge from the Firetide web site. See pages 8 though 11 for information on downloading and installing HotPoint Manager.
  • Page 10: Hotpoint Manager

    Registered users can download the HotPoint Manager software and user documentation from the Firetide web site (www.fi retide.com). Downloading and Installation Instructions 1. Go to the Firetide web site www.fi retide.com 2. Select Downloads from the Support Menu 3. Read the instructions provided and download the appropriate version of the software and documentation.
  • Page 11 4. Double-click on the Local Area Connection icon for the network adapter used to con- icon for the network adapter that is con- nect to the Firetide mesh network. nected to the Firetide mesh network. 5. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click 5.
  • Page 12 Getting Started with HotPoint Manager Use the following procedure to determine if your HotPoint Manager software is installed and running properly. For complete information on HotPoint manager features and more detailed instructions on its operation, download the latest HotPoint Manager User Guide available at www.fi...
  • Page 13 Ensure all of your HotPoint routers appear in this column. Refer to your HotPoint Manager documentation for additional information. Note: If this screen does not appear, or some of your HotPoint routers appear to be missing from the list, refer to the troubleshooting section of the HotPoint Manager User Guide.
  • Page 14: Support Information

    Support Information As a Firetide customer you are entitled to receive free support services on our web site and from your authorized Firetide dealer. Register with us now to Access our Support Web Site Registering as a customer on our web site entitles you to free information and materials to help you get the most from your Firetide mesh network.
  • Page 15: Restoring Default Settings And Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The best way to troubleshoot individual HotPoint routers and your entire Firetide mesh network is to use the HotPoint Manager software. With HotPoint Manager you will be able to view mesh activity, customize your network confi gurations and change the default settings on your HotPoint...
  • Page 16: Hotpoint Accessories

    Replacement Antenna Set Direct replacements for your original HotPoint router antennas. Set of two. Mounting Bracket The mounting bracket allows you to install your Firetide HotPoint router on walls or ceilings. Includes a security slot for use with computer style locks.
  • Page 17: Specifi Cations

    Specifi cations Model: HotPoint 1000S Wireless Mesh Router Operating environment: Temperature: 0 to +50 degrees C Package includes: Firetide HotPoint wireless mesh router, power Humidity (non-condensing): 10% to 90% adapter, dual antennas, Instant Networking Guide Frequency band: 2.4 to 2.484 GHz...
  • Page 18: Freebsd Copyright

    FreeBSD Copyright All of the documentation and software included in the 4.4BSD and 4.4BSD-Lite Releases is copyrighted by The Regents of the University of California. Copyright 1979, 1980, 1983, 1986, 1988, 1989, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994. The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modifi...
  • Page 19 www.fi retide.com...
  • Page 20: Easy Installation

    Unpacking Easy Installation Your HotPoint 1000S package Attach antennas contains the following items: Attach both antennas to connectors on rear panel. Connect Ethernet devices Plug up to three Ethernet devices into the rear ports on the HotPoint 1000S. HotPoint 1000S...

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