Hotspot Networking Solutions
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Upscale apartment residents tend to want the latest in technologies and value convenience and mobility. Upscale residents are generally computer- and internet-savvy and are willing to pay a premium for services that will allow them to access the internet at high-speeds from anywhere in their apartment or condominium. Offering wireless broadband services these services throughout your apartment building or condominium will differentiate your property and generate a new revenue streams from your tenants. |
Apartment dwellers with annual salaries exceeding $40,000 tend to have higher rates of computer usage than the general population (i.e., 60% compared with 51%, respectively), and use high-speed access more (i.e., 59% compared with 42%), according to a 2001 report by the National Multi Housing Council. |
Key Benefits include:
Additional Revenue
Supplement your rental income from your residential properties by offering tenants wireless broadband internet access. Tenants can gain wireless access in their rental unit as well as in building entrance and other common areas, both easily and cost-effectively. Offering high-speed wireless access will allow you to capture more income per tenant.
Minimal Upfront Expenditures
Offering wireless broadband services in your residential complex requires minimal upfront costs. For buildings with existing Ethernet-based connectivity, the only additional pieces of hardware required are the Pronto Hotspot Controller access devices, which are typically installed on every other floor. Instead of rewiring each rental unit for better connectivity, you can choose a wireless technology that is less costly and easier to install.
Advanced Security
ProntoÕs solution offers IPSec-based security, ensuring that every tenant connection and data transmission is safe from hackers.
Differentiated Service /
Increased Customer Satisfaction
By offering wireless broadband internet access, you will be able to attract and retain tenants by providing a key value-added service. High-speed wireless internet connectivity can be an important differentiator that makes tenants choose to live in your apartment or condominium complex over others.
Customized Residential Services
Using ProntoÕs solutions enables you to provide tenants with a variety of location-specific information, such as building and security information. You can also offer incentives for tenants to use on-site services, either through on-screen promotions or coupons with tie-ins to building services.
Easy User Access and
Automated Customer Billing
The Pronto system offers several easy ways for users to purchase internet access, such as through credit cards, promotional coupons, or pre-paid cards. The Pronto system also offers several automated billing options.
Turnkey Solution for
Fast and Easy Deployment
Installation is fast and easy due to ProntoÕs plug-n-play design. Initial installation requires minimal, if any, on-site technical assistance and no additional cabling. All system configuration is performed at a remote Networks Operations Center (NOC) by your service provider.
Scalability
The Pronto system is highly scalable, enabling building owners/operators to expand the service incrementally throughout their buildings as tenant demand dictates. Network expansion simply requires adding additional Pronto access devices at various locations to increase coverage.
Complete Network Management
All network installation and administration is provided by your wireless service provider. Your service provider also handles all ongoing maintenance and toll-free customer support, creating no new responsibilities for the
building owner.
Multi-Dwelling Unit Network Diagram
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General
The Hotspot Networking System can support a variety of backhaul methods, including DSL, Cable, Fiber, T1, wireless, satellite, etc. that connect to a local Ethernet LAN.
Additional Access Points (APs) can be added to the Hotspot Controller for greater wireless coverage.
Network Design Considerations
The type of construction material, the layout of the MDU, and any obstructions or terrain issues could impact the wireless signalÕs coverage area. An RF signal penetration analysis should be performed on the property to determine how the signals penetrate the walls and floors and what impact the construction material and other potential obstacles will have on the performance of the wireless system. The location of power should also be considered if the Hotspot Controllers will be connected to power outlets. Hotspot Controllers can be supplied Power over Ethernet.
The above information should be used to determine the number of Hotspot Controllers needed, the optimal location of each Hotspot Controller, the type of antennae to be used, and the radio channel that is best for each location. In a typical MDU environment, a single Hotspot Controller can be used to cover 300 feet in all directions.
Hotspot Controller Installation
Hotspot Controllers are connected to existing LANs via an Internet Interface at designated locations. For MDU LANs with DHCP servers, IP addresses are automatically sent to Hotspot Controllers for immediate setup. For MDU LANs with static IP addresses, the IP address can be configured during pre-shipment via a web-based interface.
If the network is protected by a firewall, appropriate access should be opened for the Hotspot Controller.
Remote Auto Provisioning / Setup
Once Hotspot Controllers are deployed at the MDU location, all initial configuration is done at the Network Operations Center (NOC) running the Pronto Hotspot Provisioning & Operations Support System (OSS) server software. The NOC is operated either by the MDUÕs service provider or Pronto Networks under our Hotspot Managed Services arrangement.
In configuring multiple Hotspot Controllers at the same location where frequency overlap occurs, the network administer should set the wireless cells to different channels with as much frequency separation possible to minimize cross-talk and enable clients in each cell to transmit at the same time.
For more information:
Visit www.beachwireless.com
Email info@beachwireless.com
Beach Wireless, Inc
Corporate Headquarters
13202 Myford Rd #208
Tustin, CA 92782
714-389-1722