The backhaul would be 5Ghz Mesh with 1 Hop to the root AP.  For this proof
of concept 2.4Ghz is good for users but I would be looking to us 5GHz for
both in the future with a Cisco AP that do FRA.

-Jimmy

On Tue, Jul 25, 2017 at 3:58 PM, Paul Reimer <[email protected]> wrote:

> We aren’t running anything on solar.
>
>
>
> I have a question though. What’s your backhaul? Are you thinking of
> bridging to the bus stops?
>
>
>
> -Paul
>
>
>
> *From:* The EDUCAUSE Wireless Issues Constituent Group Listserv [mailto:
> [email protected]] *On Behalf Of *James Helzerman
> *Sent:* Tuesday, July 25, 2017 3:33 PM
> *To:* [email protected]
> *Subject:* [WIRELESS-LAN] Solar Power AP Setup
>
>
>
> Has anyone used or currently have any access points powered by solar
> panels?  I am looking at doing a few proof of concepts at some bus stops to
> try and provide connectivity for those waiting for the bus.  I am
> interested with the following particular questions but please add any
> comments or suggestions you may have.
>
>
>
> Questions:
>
>
>
> What make/model solar system do you have?
>
>
>
> What APs and antennas are you using?
>
>
>
> What are the power ratings of the solar system (12v, 48v, 120v, wattage,
> etc.)?
>
>
>
> How does the AP connect to the power such as a power injector running
> 120v, direct connect via DC, DC-to-DC converter, etc?
>
>
>
> What is your targeted uptime?  Ie how long should the battery last in the
> event of bad weather.
>
>
>
> Any other comments or stories to share would be most helpful.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Thanks,
>
>
>
> -Jimmy
>
>
>
>
> --
>
> James Helzerman
> Wireless Network Engineer
> University of Michigan - ITS
>
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