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- Page 1 User Manual HotPort 3100 Indoor Wireless Mesh Node...
- Page 2 HotPort 3100 Indoor Wireless Mesh Node Copyright Notice © 2003-2005 Firetide, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks Firetide, the Firetide logo, Instant Mesh Networks, HotPort, and HotView are trademarks of Firetide, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
- Page 3 AC power adapter. The above warranties are void if the alleged defect cannot be verified by Firetide or if, as determined by Firetide, the product failure was due to tampering, abuse, misuse, accident, shipping, handling, or storage;...
- Page 4 HotPort 3103 Indoor Wireless Mesh Node Explanation of Graphical Symbols This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating, maintenance, and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. Failing to comply with this instruction may result in electrical shock.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents ™ H ™ 3103 I ................. 1 IRETIDE NDOOR IRELESS ESH NODE ....................1 IRETIDE ERFORMANCE ETWORK ? ........................1 HAT IS A IRETIDE ETWORK ............................. 2 ONFIGURING THE ..................................2 ECURITY ....................3 PEED UPLEX LASS OF ERVICE ETTINGS VLAN ..................................3 ...............................3 ACKET... -
Page 7: Firetide ™ Hot Port ™ 3103 I
Firetide instant mesh network. A simple -to-use management client is available to configure the mesh for each network deployment. -
Page 8: Configuring The Mesh
User Manual Firetide Mesh Network with Indoor and Outdoor Wireless Mesh Nodes Mesh networking can be compared to the Internet, where data can be rerouted onto other paths if one path becomes disabled or congested. Losing a node or two or a link won’t bring down the entire mesh network. -
Page 9: Speed , Duplex , And Class Of
Note: Adjusting the power incorrectly could have an adverse effect on proper mesh operations. If you are not sure what the power should be adjusted to it is best to leave at default configuration. If you need additional technical assistance, please contact your Firetide dealer. -
Page 10: Network Gatewayi
User Manual Network Gateway Interconnect (NGI) You can configure the HotPort wireless mesh to exchange netwo rk data to and from multiple external networks through network gateway interconnects. In mesh nodes with multiple NGIs to the same network domain, the interconnects are organized into Gateway Groups. Each Gateway Group can support up to 16 network gateway interconnects. -
Page 11: Building A Firetide Meshn
Building a Firetide Mesh Network Installing, expanding, or even relocating a Firetide mesh network is easy and fast. Simply place a HotPort node wherever y ou need an Ethernet port and connect it to an AC power source. As long as the HotPort node is within operating range of other HotPort nodes, you can connect and operate your network devices immediately. -
Page 12: Understanding Hot Porta
Creating a Mesh Topology for Maximum Performance and Reliability Unlike simple point-to-point bridging, Firetide provides true mesh networking with flexible and redundant paths. This improves overall performance, allows the network to be extended over long distances, and reduces the chance of single point failures. -
Page 13: Hot View Mesh Management
HotPort nodes are invisible, this software lets you “see” which units are within direct range of each other. The HotView software also provides additional security and optional configuration features. Registered users can download the HotView software and documentation from the Firetide web site (www.firetide.com/downloads). -
Page 14: Oftware
For complete information on HotView mesh management features and more detailed instructions on its operation, download the latest HotView User Guide, available at www.firetide.com. Steps 1 and 2 below describe how to launch the HotView software under Windows. Your operating system may have a different procedure for launching applications. -
Page 15: Hotport 3103 Led Functions
HotPort Factory Default Settings AES encryption: Disabled WEP encryption: Disabled Mesh IP address: 192.168.0.1 Ethernet ports: All ports enabled HotView username: admin HotView password: firetide 802.11 operation: 5.3 GHz OFDM, Radio channel = 60, Power = 17 dBm, SSID = HOTPORT_MESH... -
Page 16: Appendixa - Contactingf
User Manual Appendix A- Contacting Firetide 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 17: Appendixb - Specifications
System indicator LEDs (power, status, mesh, HotPort 3103 fault). • Ethernet indicator LEDs (link status, activity) • Protocol Security slot for physical locking device Firetide Mesh Routing Protocol (FMRP) • Reset button (recessed) • Weight: 2.1 lbs (.95 Kg) without external Encryption transformer •... -
Page 18: Appendixc - Countries Of Operatio N
User Manual Appendix C – Countries of Operation • FCC Part 15/ClassB,15.107, 15.109, 15.407, 15.205, 15.209, 15.247, OET-65C • Approved to allow operation in channels 1 through 11 on the 2.4-2.462 GHz band in DSSS and OFDM modes. • Approved to allow operation on the 5.15-5.25 GH z, 5.25-5.35 GHz, and 5.75-5.825 GHz bansd in OFDM mode. -
Page 19: Appendixd - Regulatoryn
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Modifications Any modifications 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.
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