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Isn’t there a potential problem with interference in the unlicensed bands, such as UNII? What happens if another system is installed nearby and causes interference to the wireless connection? |
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It turns out that there is a greater perception of interference problems than actual interference problems! Most cases of interference in unlicensed bands have occurred at the densely populated lower ISM frequencies: 900MHz and 2.4 GHz, where there is less path attenuation and directional antennas more difficult to deploy because they are much larger. B2X staff have not experienced any interference problems in the higher 5.8 GHz ISM or UNII bands. Additionally, there is an FCC requirement that unlicensed equipment must not cause interference to any other systems: see FCC Rules, Part 14.247 and 15.401. In practice this means that there is a huge advantage to the first user in deploying his system. |
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Internet Protocol (IP) Addresses
Every device that is on the Internet has a unique IP address just like every home has a unique postal service address. The IP address tells servers on the Internet where to send the web pages you request and where to send e-mails addressed to you. IP addresses may be assigned to a device as a dynamic or static IP address.
Dynamic IP Address
One dynamic IP address is provided to each customer. This address is assigned from a pool of available IP addresses. Like a dial-up modem, every time the modem stops and re-starts its connection to the network it may be assigned a new IP address from the pool, hence the term "dynamic".
Static IP Addresses
A static IP address is permanently assigned to a specific user and his/her network device. Whenever a user logs on to the network, he/she uses the same IP address. Static IP addresses enable businesses to better use their connection.
DHCP Setup
Setting up DHCP will allow you to provide dynamic IP to your computers. Most routers and/or firewalls have DHCP built in. You will need to enable this in your router/firewall. For information on how to do this consult your router/firewall documentation or contact the manufacturers of the equipment.
To set up your computers to accept DHCP we have created a PDF for you to download and review. This document will aid you with that process. DHCPConfigurationGuide.pdf
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