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Cambium QOE traffic screenshots
Recently I have been using the QoE solution from Cambium Networks on some networks. This software allows for the prioritization and shaping of traffic on a service provider’s network. We will go into the workings of this in some later posts. Here are some screenshots.
Continue reading...LTE and PIM in WISP Deployments
Awhile back I did some articles on PIM in the WISP field The folks over at SitePro1 have put together a guide and products for defending against PIM.
Continue reading...KP Performance Link Budget Article
The folks over at KP Performance have released a short article on calculating link budget on wireless links.
Continue reading...What services should your ISP be providing?
As Internet Service has evolved so have the service offerings of Internet Service Providers (ISPs). Not too long ago the majority of ISPs were providing USENET feeds. If you remember those you have been at this for a long time. For those of you just getting started or wanting to do an evaluation on your network here are some thoughts on services you should or should not be providing. Let’s dive into the short list DNS – Must HaveYou should be running your...
Continue reading...Yet another case for IPv6 for service providers
So recently I have been posting about the Cambium Networks QOE box I have been testing. After having this run for about a week I figured I would share this tidbit about usage. 55.39% of my traffic is IPV6 traffic. Most of this would be streaming traffic to various folks like NetFlix and Amazon and gaming traffic. My household consists of three people. No kids. Implement IPV6 now if you are a service provider and thank me later. https://blog.j2sw.com/networking/wisps-ipv6-is-the-answer-to-some-of-your-issues/ #packetsdownrange
Continue reading...Fiber link Loss Budgets
Fluke Networks has a nice video on Fiber link Loss
Continue reading...Harvestore WISP Install
Over the years many MidWestern WISPS have fashioned ways to use Harvestore silos for broadcast locations. With the help of one of our good clients, who did most of the work designing this, we were able to install a very solid structure on the top of a silo. Please note. These photos were taken before wiring and final touches were installed. The backhaul dishes all need tie-backs to help prevent them from twisting in the wind. This was the biggest thing not shown...
Continue reading...Some more Install photos
More Wireless Internet and Ham Radio photos from the archives. WISP installs.
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