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Manufacturer Description and Specs:
HOWABN1 Hi-Gain™ Outdoor Wireless-N Multifunction Access Point
Hawking Technology's HOWABN1 puts multiple solutions into one weather proof outdoor
unit. The Hi-Gain Outdoor Wireless-N Multifunction Access Point functions as an Outdoor
Wireless-N Access Point, Universal Repeater or Ethernet Bridge. It features a Power over
Ethernet connection and includes wall and pole mounting kits for easy installation and setup.
Outdoor Wireless-N Access Point Mode:
Create a wireless network in an outdoor or indoor location by setting the HOWABN1 in Access Point mode. In Access Point mode
the HOWABN1 enables wireless access to any existing wired networking.
Outdoor Wireless-N Bridge Mode:
Enable any wired Ethernet-ready device or existing wired network to connect to your existing wireless network using the
HOWABN1. Wirelessly connect the network of your remote office building to your main office building easily by setting the
HOWABN1 in Bridge Mode.
Outdoor Wireless-N Universal Repeater Mode:
Repeat the wireless signal from your existing network and extend the total wireless range of your network to an outdoor location.
Setting up the HOWABN1 in Universal Repeater mode allows you to extend the range from an indoor or outdoor Wi-Fi network to
your desired new location.
Features
- High speed 300Mbps Wireless-N networking
- Features multiple operating modes and Power over Ethernet
- Setup Utility allows for easy configuration of multiple outdoor access points
- Heavy duty, weatherproof design
- Capable of Multiple Operating Modes including Access Point, Ethernet Bridge and Universal Repeater
- Utilizes Power over Ethernet for (PoE) outdoor installations!
- Weatherproof design allows for installations in any outdoor environment
- Wall mounting and pole mounting kit included
- Power over Ethernet Injector included for initial configuration
By combining your power and data connections into a single cable, PoE simplifies the setup of the Hi-Gain Outdoor Multifunction Access Point. The included Power over Ethernet DC Injector provides power and network access (through your home or business router or network connection) and combines them into a single RJ-45 connection for the HOWABN1. This allows you to install the HOWABN1 outdoor in hard to reach locations without worrying
about running both power and Ethernet cables.
Network Specifications:
- IEEE 802.11n, 300Mbps, 2.4GHz,
IEEE 802.3af PoE
- 2 x N-Type Antenna Connectors
- 2 x 5dBi N-Type Outdoor Antennas
- Supports WEP, WPA, WPA2 Wi-Fi Security
System Requirements
- Computer (Mac or PC) with 200MHz or faster processor with CD-Rom or DVD-Rom drive
- Internet web browser (Internet Explorer 4.0 or better, Safari, Mozilla, etc.)
- A wired or wireless network adapter (ie. AirPort card, built-in Ethernet adapter, etc.)
- A home or business network