Installation Hardware ............... 19 Removable Bottom Housing ............19 5.1.2. Best Practice For Shielded CAT5/6 Connectors ......19 5.1.3. Cisco FM Ponte Kit Status And Link LEDs ........20 Unit And Link Quality Status ............20 Boot Sequence ................21 5.1.4.
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7. Device Configuration Using The Configurator Interface ........35 7.1. Software And Hardware Prerequisites ............ 37 7.2. Accessing The Cisco FM Ponte Kit For Device Configuration ....37 7.2.1. Local Access And Login For Initial Configuration ......38 7.3. Using The MeshWizard™ Configuration Wizard ........41 7.4.
The Cisco FM Ponte kit radio transceiver Introduction The Cisco FM Ponte kit (model FM PONTE-50) is designed to operate in the sub-6 GHz range as a wireless data backhaul link. In non-technical terms, this means it is designed to function as an intermediate radio link between a core wired data network and a sub-network.
50 Mbps (under optimal wireless link conditions), with a theoretical maximum distance between units of up to 3 miles (4.83 Km). The Cisco FM Ponte kit can be used to create parts of a wireless network architecture composed of point-to-point (P2P) links, with network activity 'transparent' to the network hosts.
In context of the overall network architecture, the two local networks are called network segments. IMPORTANT For the Cisco FM Ponte kit, usable throughput is limited to 50 Mbps with a theoretical maximum distance between units of up to 3 miles (4.83 Km) under optimal wireless link conditions.
3.3. Fluidmesh network addressing 3.3.1. Bridge IP addressing The Cisco FM Ponte kit can only be operated in Bridge mode, creating a single point-to-point connection between two wireless network segments. A simplified example of a Bridge mode connection is shown in...
5.1. Fluidmesh hardware installation 5.1.1. Installing the Cisco FM Ponte kit Environmental rating and unit roles The Cisco FM Ponte kit (part number FM PONTE-50) is a wireless radio transceiver unit. The hardware is contained in an outdoor-rated metal enclosure that can be easily mounted on poles or walls.
5.1.3. Cisco FM Ponte kit Status and link LEDs Unit and link quality status The front panel of the Cisco FM Ponte kit (as seen below) contains seven LEDs. The panel is used to check the unit status and wireless link quality status.
Cisco FM Ponte kit, refer to “Electrical power requirements” (page 115). The Cisco FM Ponte kit can be provided with power using the following methods: • The included 24 Vdc passive PoE injector (90 Vac to 260 Vac, 50/60 Hz input).
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• Ensure proper grounding (earthing) and reliable connectivity by using shielded CAT5/6 cables and connectors. • If you are connecting the Cisco FM Ponte kit directly to a power source, only use the included 24 Vdc mode B passive PoE injector(s) (Fluidmesh part number FM-POE-STD).
DC IN power source, refer to “Electrical power requirements” (page 115). Connecting power through a LAN RJ45 port The Cisco FM Ponte kit radio transceiver unit has two Ethernet ports (Figure 5 (page 24)). Figure 5. Device connector ports CAUTION The unit is designed to take power through 24 Vdc Power- over-Ethernet only, and does not have a dedicated power port.
Ethernet port labelled LAN1/POE. 5.1.5. Rebooting the firmware and resetting the unit to factory defaults The Cisco FM Ponte kit hardware can be rebooted and reset to factory default condition using the procedures in this section. IMPORTANT The following procedure shows how to do a 'hard' (device firmware) reboot.
• The administrator user name and password will both be reset to admin. 5.1.6. Suitability for outdoor installation The Cisco FM Ponte kit was specifically designed for installation in harsh outdoor environments. Under operating conditions, the unit is completely sealed, and is capable of high-performance operation in outdoor environments, and under severe conditions such as water spray, salt, and extreme fluctuations in cold and heat.
Hardware installation 5.2. Connecting the Cisco FM Ponte kit to networking and communications hardware 5.2.1. Terminal assignments for power and data connectors IMPORTANT Always use outdoor-rated, RF-shielded Ethernet cables when connecting the Power and LAN ports of a Fluidmesh hardware device to external hardware.
Removing the screws will damage the main body. When the Cisco FM Ponte kit is mounted in its final location, connect the unit to LAN connection(s) and a PoE power supply by doing the following...
All Fluidmesh radio transceiver devices are shipped with IP address 192.168.0.10, and Netmask 255.255.255.0. The Cisco FM Ponte kit can be configured by using: • The on-board Configurator interface. The Configurator is a localized configuration software platform that resides on the Fluidmesh device.
7.1. Software and hardware prerequisites To access the Configurator graphical user interface (GUI) and use the Configurator to program the Cisco FM Ponte kit, you need the following: • A desktop, laptop or tablet computer equipped with: • Any current web browser. For a list of compatible web browsers, refer to the Supported web browsers table in “Using the Fluidmesh Partner Portal”...
• IP address: 192.168.0.10 (or any other IP address belonging to subnet 192.168.0.0/255.255.255.0) • Netmask: 255.255.255.0 Launch the computer's web browser. Enter the IP address of the Cisco FM Ponte kit in the browser's URL entry field. • If the Configurator interface is shown immediately, proceed Step 9 below.
(page 85). 7.3. Using the MeshWizard™ configuration wizard The Cisco FM Ponte kit is equipped with a configuration wizard that allows fast, easy configuration of the unit. As an alternative to full configuration, the wizard can be completed before the first time the unit is used.
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Select the country in which the unit will be operated from the drop-down menu. To enable operation of the Configurator interface and Cisco FM Ponte kit, you must click the I Agree button. Clicking this button confirms that you agree with, and consent to be bound by, the Fluidmesh terms and conditions.
Changing the operational mode Operational mode settings on a bridge network-only unit The Cisco FM Ponte kit kit contains two radio transceiver units. Both units can only be operated in Bridge Mode. The Fluidmesh device ID number of the unit that forms the opposite side...
7.4.2. Wireless settings Modifying the wireless settings IMPORTANT If the Cisco FM Ponte kit was purchased in the USA or Canada, the Country selection is set to the country of purchase, and the Country: drop-down will be disabled. The WIRELESS RADIO window contains controls to change the following settings: •...
The following table shows theoretical values under ideal conditions. Actual throughput may vary depending on environmental and other conditions. The Cisco FM Ponte kit is limited to a theoretical maximum of 50 Mbps usable Ethernet throughput (under optimal wireless link conditions).
IP addresses. If connectivity is lost between the unit and any of the saved IP addresses, an option can also be set to automatically reboot the Cisco FM Ponte kit. As well as being a fail-safe mechanism to monitor network...
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Device configuration using the configurator interface Figure 23. PONTE FMQuadro™ window The Network Topology section shows: • A stylized bridge network connection between the two Cisco FM Ponte kit units. • The operating frequency and channel width of the two units.
• Blue: Link bandwidth that is currently un-utilized. • Orange: link bandwidth that is currently in use by the local Cisco FM Ponte kit unit. • Green: link bandwidth that is currently in use by the remote Cisco FM Ponte kit unit.
Multicast traffic can only be forwarded through the local Cisco FM Ponte kit unit to the remote Cisco FM Ponte kit unit, and through the remote unit to the local unit.
7.6.5. SNMP configuration The SNMP window can be used to configure an SNMP v2c or SNMP v3 service to run on the Cisco FM Ponte kit. Walk-throughs (no agent-to-manager notifications) and traps (agent-to- manager notifications enabled) are both supported. If SNMP traps are enabled, you can specify the server address to which monitoring information must be sent.
Alternatively, clear the settings by clicking the Reset button. 7.6.6. VLAN settings VLAN configuration The VLAN SETTINGS window contains controls to connect the Cisco FM Ponte kit to one or more virtual local area networks (VLANs) that are part of the local wireless network.
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Management VLAN ID: field. NOTE The same Management VLAN ID number must be used on all Cisco FM Ponte kit devices that are part of the same bridge network. Enter the native identification number (the VLAN ID implicitly assigned to untagged packets received on trunk ports) in the Native VLAN ID: field.
The MISC SETTINGS window contains controls to change the following settings: • The device name, as used to identify the Cisco FM Ponte kit within the FMQuadro network map and to other Fluidmesh utilities. • The operation of the physical Reset button on the unit.
Reset button. 7.7.3. Overwriting and upgrading the unit firmware The FIRMWARE UPGRADE window contains controls to overwrite the device firmware of the Cisco FM Ponte kit, or upgrade the firmware to the latest available version. CAUTION Overwriting the firmware of any electronic device must be done with great care, and always contains an element of risk.
Step 1 above. 7.7.4. Plug-In management IMPORTANT For a complete list of software plug-ins that are currently available for the Cisco FM Ponte kit, refer to “Available plug- ins” (page 101). The MANAGE PLUG-INS page shows which software plug-ins are...
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• Activate a non-repeatable Demo mode that allows full 4.9 GHz, AES and unlimited plug-in functionality for an 8-hour trial period. NOTE 4.9 GHz functionality is not available for the Cisco FM Ponte kit. • Show and erase the log files for plug-in installation.
• The configuration will be applied, and the unit will reboot. 7.7.7. Resetting the unit to factory defaults The reset factory default window contains controls that allow you to restore the Cisco FM Ponte kit to its default factory settings (in other words, to do a 'hard reset'). IMPORTANT...
Device configuration using the configurator interface Rebooting the unit The reboot window contains controls that allow you to reboot the Cisco FM Ponte kit (in other words, to re-start the unit's operating system). To reboot the unit, do the following steps: Click the -reboot link under MANAGEMENT SETTINGS in the left-hand settings menu.
Device configuration using the configurator interface 7.7.9. Viewing the end-user license agreement The License Agreement window contains the Fluidmesh end-user license agreement for the Cisco FM Ponte kit, its firmware and control software. To view the terms and conditions of the license agreement, click the License Agreement link under MANAGEMENT SETTINGS in the left- hand settings menu.
Software Plug-Ins 8. Software Plug-Ins 8.1. Available plug-ins Like other Fluidmesh radio transceivers, the Cisco FM Ponte kit is able to take advantage of plug-in software upgrades that add features and enhance the performance of the unit. The following table lists all available software plug-ins for all Fluidmesh hardware devices, their specific functions, and their plug-in part numbers.
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Not available TITAN Available Not available Available Not available UNII2 Not available Not available Available Not available Table 7. Device plug-in compatibility (FM Cisco 3200-series to FM 4800) Plugin FM Cisco FM 4800 FM3200 FM3500 FM4200 FM4500 Base Endo Fiber...
Fluidmesh device through a proxy server. To stop the computer from trying to access the unit through a proxy connection, refer to “Accessing the Cisco FM Ponte kit for device configuration” (page 37). 9.2. I forgot the Administrator password...
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EC Declaration of Conformity Fluidmesh Networks, Inc. declares under its sole responsibility that the Cisco FM Ponte kit is compliant with the following directives, and has been designed and manufactured to the following specifications: EN 61000-6-1; EN 61000-6-2; EN 61000-6-3; EN 61000-6-4;...
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Agreement, will be prosecuted to the maximum extent allowable under law. 14.2. Notice This is an agreement between you and Fluidmesh, a division of Cisco (hereafter known as 'Fluidmesh'). You must read and agree to the terms of this firmware license agreement (hereafter known as the 'agreement') before any Fluidmesh firmware can be downloaded, installed or used.
Fluidmesh. (f) remove any Cisco or Fluidmesh copyright notice, or Cisco or Fluidmesh branding from the Fluidmesh Firmware or modify any user interface of the Fluidmesh Firmware or Fluidmesh Device.