
4 GE MDS entraNET Reference Manual 05-4055A01, Rev. D
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Figure 1-1. GE MDS entraNET Transceiver Models
Robust Radio
Operation
GE MDS entraNET transceivers use an advanced Media Access Con-
troller (MAC) to ensure network access for stations with data to send.
The MAC permits data to be sent from endpoint devices on an
on-demand basis, preventing over-the-air data collisions and ensuring
that data gets through as intended. MAC functionality eliminates the
need for active polling of Remotes, a key requirement in
Report-by-Exception (RBE) applications.
Rugged Packaging GE MDS entraNET radios are housed in compact and rugged die-cast
cases that need only be protected from direct exposure to the weather.
The transceivers are supplied with flat surface-mounting brackets or
optional 35mm DIN rail brackets, depending on customer requirements.
Simple Installation Basic installation typically employs an omni-directional antenna at the
AP site and a directional antenna at each associated Remote site. The
antenna is a vital link in the system and must be chosen and installed cor-
rectly. INSTALLATION on Page 149 provides guidance on choosing
proper antennas and installation sites.
To establish basic service, connect an antenna, connect an Ethernet
LAN (Local Area Network) to the AP, connect a serial or Ethernet
device to the Remotes, apply power, set a few operating parameters via
a personal computer, and you are done. No license is required for oper-
ation in the U.S.A., Canada, and many other countries. Check the regu-
lations in your country before placing the radios on the air.
GE MDS Security
Suite
Network security is a vital issue in today’s wireless world. The GE
MDS entraNET system provides multiple tools to help you build a net-
work that minimizes the risk of eavesdropping or unauthorized access.
Some security features are inherent to radio operation, such as the use of
spread-spectrum transmission; other techniques are built into the radio
Access Point
Remote
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