WWWT^TM HotPoint^TM 1500R 5 GHz outdoor mesh routers provide high-bandwidth operation for outdoor mesh networking applications. These ruggedized mesh routers with NEMA 4 certified enclosures enable mesh networks to operate in outdoor environments for both rural and metro applications. Operating in the 5 GHz spectrum, these HotPoint 1500R units are ideal for environments that are congested with 2.4 GHz wireless LAN traffic.

The HotPoint 1500R provides Ethernet connectivity for outdoor devices without the need for a wired backhaul. This enables fast deployment of outdoor networking equipment, such as weatherized access points and surveillance cameras, virtually anywhere without costly cabling. And because all mesh nodes are interconnected, a single gateway can provide Internet access to the entire mesh network. HotPoint 1500R 5 GHz outdoor mesh routers are fully compatible with HotPoint 1500S 5 GHz indoor mesh routers enabling the mesh to extend to indoor applications.

WWWT mesh networks provide a reliable, flexible, and scalable alternative to cabling and leased lines. Because they form automatically without wires and do not require line-of-sight, WWWT mesh networks can be installed without modifications to buildings or landscaping. Outdoor network installation costs are dramatically lower because time-consuming trenching and cable pulling between buildings is no longer needed. Provisioning is also easy and fast because no special drivers, setup, and interfaces are required for the equipment you connect to a WWWT instant mesh network.

Hardware Description

HotPoint 1500R outdoor mesh routers employ a 5 GHz, 100 mW radio covering distances up to 2600 ft (800 meters). This long reach between HotPoint mesh routers enables you to extend your network to areas that are otherwise too distant, expensive, difficult, or environmentally sensitive to wire with LAN cable.

Two weatherproof 10/100 Ethernet connectors are provided for connecting Ethernet devices such as access points, surveillance cameras, and sensors.

A remote power module, with a 50 foot (15 meter) cable supplies power from an external transformer or optional third party power sources such as solar cells and street light poles. The HotPoint 1500R mesh router can supply Power over Ethernet (PoE) to auxiliary Ethernet devices.

A single external 21 inch (53.34 cm) omni-directional antenna with mount connects via cable to the bottom of the HotPoint 1500R enclosure. Antenna and enclosure brackets are included for wall or pole mounting.

Robust Mesh Networking Technology

WWWT's mesh network supports multi-hop, point-to-point and multi-cast routing. HotPoint routers use a patented WWWT mesh routing protocol to manage the unique and dynamic environment of the mesh network. This technology allows HotPoint mesh nodes to find each other and form a mesh network automatically. If a HotPoint node is moved to a different location or is removed completely, the network will automatically heal itself and reroute traffic accordingly.

Easy Network Management

Managing the WWWT Mesh is easy with the included HotPoint Manager software. HotPoint Manager runs on a PC or workstation connected to the mesh and provides real-time views of all your outdoor and indoor mesh connections. It also enables customization of your mesh settings and individual HotPoint nodes.

With HotPoint Manager, you can change the default mesh network ID, IP address, and channel number settings as well as settings for security and power transmission. The software will help you maintain the health of your network and optimize HotPoint node placement and performance.

Powerful Security

WWWT HotPoint mesh networks can be configured for private or public operation with AES encryption in both modes. User data can thus be encrypted end-to-end across the mesh network. WEP encryption may also be enabled to provide an additional layer of security. The network also allows VPNs and any third-party encryption to be transported transparently through the mesh.

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