Setting up a network node
The wireless architecture is pretty simple.
We will be using Linksys 802.11g hardware to create the links.
Potentially we can establish 54 to 108Mbps speed links.
A point to point link will be established when the link requires directional antennas on either end of the link to successfully connect. If possible, we will use point to multipoint links to allow greater network growth.
Standard Node Hardware
In all cases, each site should have a Linksys WRT54G or WRT54GS wireless router.
The router will be mounted inside a weather proof enclosure
The enclosure will have two lines running to it. A single antenna feed line, and a piece of Cat 5 cable.
The Cat 5 will carry ethernet signaling as well as 12V power to the router.
Anatomy of a point to point link
Anatomy of a point to multi-point link
