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FibeAir IP-MAX2
Wireless
GigabitEthernet Solution
Product Description
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Contents
Introducing FibeAir
IP-MAX
2
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Intelligent Networking Advantages..........................................................................2
Main Features............................................................................................................3
Applications ..............................................................................................................4
System Overview ......................................................................................................6
End-To-End Network Management ........................................................................15
Specifications..........................................................................................................16
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IP-MAX2 Product Description 1
Introducing FibeAir IP-MAX2
FibeAir
IP-MAX2
is Ceragons comprehensive Gigabit Ethernet wireless transmission solution that delivers
fiber-like quality.
FibeAir IP-MAX2 enables native Ethernet transmission with multiple frequencies, software selectable
capacities, modulation schemes, and configurations for various network requirements, using the same
hardware and state-of-the-art technology. The system supports high-capacity data services as well as
traditional voice services, with both Ethernet and TDM interfaces.
This innovative platform uses an on-the-fly upgrade method, whereby network operators only buy capacity
as needed, benefiting from savings on initial investments and OPEX.
The IP-MAX
2
IDU (Indoor Unit) can host up to two carriers, each delivering over 400 Mbps, optimizing thesolution for different network topologies and configurations.
Traffic capacity throughput and spectral efficiency are optimized with the desired channel bandwidth. For
maximum user choice flexibility, channel bandwidths can be selected together with a range of modulations,
from QPSK to 256 QAM. Two independent hot swappable Indoor Unit Modules (IDMs) can be used for hot-
standby hardware protection, diversity, East-West configuration, or double capacity (2+0).
High spectral efficiency is ensured by choosing the same bandwidth for double the capacity, via two carriers
with vertical and horizontal polarizations. This feature is implemented by a built-in XPIC mechanism.
In short, IP-MAX2
is ideal for all your IP network-building needs.
FibeAir
IP-MAX2
IDU
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IP-MAX2 Product Description 2
Intelligent Networking Advantages
Gigabit Ethernet native solution with user-selectable throughput capacity
Full duplex throughput of more than 800 Mbps, over a single channel.
Unique full range Adaptive Modulation
Provides the widest modulation range on the market from QPSK to 256 QAM with multi-level real-time
hitless and errorless modulation shifting changing dynamically according to environmental conditions -
while ensuring zero downtime connectivity.
Pay-as-you-grow, with simple migration path
Beginning with 50 Mbps throughput, and easily upgradeable to higher capacities with a license key.
Guaranteed Ultra low Latency
Suitable for delay-sensitive applications, such as VoIP and Video over IP.
Extended Quality of Service (QoS) support
Enables smart packet queuing and prioritization.
Sophisticated protection schemes
Using single or dual line interfaces, graceful bandwidth reduction in case of link failure, and Spanning Tree
enabling features.
Multi-service transport
Optical GBE or electrical 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet data, with n x E1/T1 voice interfaces over a single
radio carrier.
Multiple network topology support
Mesh, Ring, Chain, Point-to-Point.
Large install base with years of experience in high-capacity IP radios
Field-proven seamless integration with all standard IP equipment vendors.
Double the capacity per given channel bandwidth
Using XPIC, for co-channel, dual polarization configurations.
Longer transmission distances and smaller antennas
Reduces network costs and enables a farther reach to the other end.
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IP-MAX2 Product Description 3
Main FeaturesMaximum Throughput- Supports over 800 Mbps over a single 56 MHz channel, using co-channel and dual
polarization (CCDP) with XPIC, in a single IDU (two IDMs with two carriers, and one GBE physical
interface).
Full range fast Adaptive Modulation - Increases network capacity while reducing CAPEX. Adaptive
Modulation uses the highest possible modulation at any given moment, according to the link quality. A
hitless switchover is implemented between the different modulations, which range from 256 QAM to QPSK,
and all modulations in between.
Unique Multi Radio transmission - When operating in dual-radio configuration, each carrier fluctuates
independently with hitless switchovers between modulations, increasing capacity over a given bandwidth
and maximizing spectrum utilization. Traffic is divided among the two carriers without requiring Link
Aggregation, and is not dependent on the number of MAC addresses, the number of traffic flows or on their
momentarytraffic capacity. This gives IP-MAX2
the ability to provide the maximum bandwidth to the
application that requires it most.
Built-in Quality of Service - Provides priority support for different classes of service with packet
classification, including: external overhead, VLAN 802.1p, IPv4/IPv6 precedence, MPLS, and UDP. All
classes use four levels of prioritization with user-selectable options, including strict priority queuing and
hierarchical round robin.
Fast Recovery Time to Support RSTP- When combined with a switch/router that supports RSTP (Rapid
Spanning Tree Protocol), this feature ensures the quickest recovery time.
Highest Priority Level for BPDU Packets - Supports optimal operation of spanning tree protocols.
Supports Flow Control according to IEEE 802.3x- Provides efficient networking during throughput
reduction.
Ethernet and Radio Performance Monitoring- Statisticsarebased on ITU-T G.826 and RMON/RMON2.
Super Jumbo Frame Support- The Gigabit IDM supports frame sizes of up to 12,000 bytes. With this
feature, IP-MAX2 is poised to support next generation Ethernet networks. In heavily loaded networks, where
continuous data transfer is required, jumbo frames can significantly enhance the efficiency of Ethernet
servers and networks. Jumbo frames enable the reduction of server packet processing, which, in turn,
increases end-to-end throughput.
TDM Voice Transmission with Dynamic Allocation - With the n x E1/T1 option, only enabled E1/T1 ports
are allocated with capacity. The remaining capacity is dynamically allocated to the GBE ports to ensure
maximum Ethernet capacity.
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Applications
FibeAir IP-MAX2 offers cost-effective high-capacity connectivity for private networks and carriers in the
fixed and cellular operator markets.
The FibeAir platform supports multi-service and converged networking requirements for the latest data-rich
applications and services.
Campus Connectivity
Easy to install and operate, IP-MAX2
provides transparent high-capacity connection of enterprise LAN and
PBX systems. Users can buy capacity starting from 50 Mbps and can easily expand as needed, using
software upgradeable capacity. Hardware optimization significantly reduces communication costs, operating
expenses, and maintenance requirements.
Ceragons wireless connectivity is ideal for a variety of private networks, such as corporate enterprises,
education campuses, governments, municipalities, hospitals, banks, and others.
Backhaul for DSL Triple Play NetworksWith the highest available throughput on the market, IP-MAX2 provides operators with wireless GBE
connectivity of IP-DSLAMs for economical introduction of triple play services including VoIP, Internet
services, and IPTV/HDTV over DSL. IP-DSLAM connectivity via wireless links is essential where there is
no fiber reach, or as a cost-effective alternative to leased lines.
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IP-MAX2 Product Description 5
WiMAX Infrastructure Backhauling
Provides a robust and cost-effective alternative to expensive leased lines, for connectivity between WiMAX
base stations expanding network reach.
High-Speed Internet Wireless Backbone
Wireless Internet Service Providers (WISPs) use backhaul to connect their Point of Presence (POP). By
deploying IP-MAX2, WISPs receive Fast/Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and upgradeability paths for higher
capacities, in the same cost-effective system.
IP Backhaul for Point-to-Multipoint Networks
Delivers the high-capacity necessary for broadband rich applications, using the same hardware package.
FibeAir networks can be implemented in mesh, ring, and star topologies for full redundancy and flexibility.
Cellular Network Backhaul and Access
IP-MAX2 provides TDM for cellular backhaul and Ethernet for data access, within the same compact
package. The system is suitable for 3G/UMTS and All-IP networks, where carrier-grade Ethernet services
are required.
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System Overview
FibeAir IP-MAX2 enables native Ethernet transmission with multiple frequencies, software selectablecapacities, modulation schemes and configurations for various network requirements using the same
hardware and state-of-the-art technology. The system supports high-capacity data services as well as
traditional voice services, with both Ethernet and TDM interfaces.
This innovative platform uses an on-the-fly upgrade method, whereby network operators only buy capacity
as needed, benefiting from savings on initial investments and OPEX.
The IP-MAX2 IDU (Indoor Unit) can host up to two carriers, each delivering up to 400 Mbps, optimizing the
solution for different network topologies and configurations.
Traffic capacity throughput and spectral efficiency are optimized with the desired channel bandwidth. For
maximum user choice flexibility, channel bandwidths can be selected together with a range of modulations,
from QPSK to 256 QAM. Two independent hot swappable Indoor unit modules (IDM) can be used for hot-
standby HW protection, diversity, East-West configuration or double capacity (2+0).
High spectral efficiency is ensured by choosing the same bandwidth for double the capacity, via two carriers
with vertical and horizontal polarizations. This feature is implemented by a built-in XPIC mechanism.
TDM Voice Transmission with Dynamic Allocation - With the n x E1/T1 option, only enabled E1/T1 ports
are allocated with capacity. The remaining capacity is dynamically allocated to the FE/GBE ports to ensure
maximum Ethernet capacity.
Fast Recovery Time to Support RSTP- When combined with a switch/router that supports RSTP (RapidSpanning Tree Protocol), this feature ensures the quickest recovery time.
Highest Priority Level for BPDU Packets - Supports optimal operation of spanning tree protocols.
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IP-MAX2 Product Description 7
Front Panel Description
Indoor Modules (IDMs)
FibeAir IP-MAX2
IDU (Indoor Unit) can host up to two carriers, each delivering over 400 Mbps, optimizing
the solution for different network topologies and configurations.
Traffic capacity throughput and spectral efficiency are optimized with the desired channel bandwidth. For
maximum user choice flexibility, channel bandwidths can be selected together with a range of modulations,
from QPSK to 256 QAM. Two independent hot swappable Indoor unit modules (IDM) can be used for hot-
standby HW protection, diversity,
East-West configuration or double capacity (2+0). High spectral efficiency is ensured by choosing the same
bandwidth for double the capacity via two carriers with vertical and horizontal polarizations. This feature is
implemented by a built-in XPIC mechanism.
Ceragon defined two IDM families, each of which includes two hardware types, optical and electrical.
FibeAir IP-MAX2-G
Enables native Ethernet with two indoor module (IDM) options:
FibeAir IP-MAX2-MS
Enables native Ethernet and native TDM (Native2) with two indoor unit module (IDM) options:
DCPower
N-TypeConnector
to ODU
DCPower
IDMs:GBE/8xE1Interfaces
IDC:
Built-in Ethernet Hub(for management)
2 x Wayside Channels
Terminal & SLIP
External Alarms
N-TypeConnector
to ODU
IDMs:GBE/8xE1Interfaces
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Both IDMs are hot-swappable modules inserted in the IP-MAX2 IDU, providing wireless transmission with
Quality-of-Service (QOS) controls. Each GBE IDM optionally allocates
8 x E1/T1 ports and one radio interface.The electrical Gigabit Ethernet provides configurable high-capacity 10/100/1000BaseT while the optical
GBE IDM has an SFP-based optics receptacle.
Capacity upgrades using software-licensed keys with specific serial numbers are available with 100, 200,
300 and 400 Mbps throughput settings.
IDC Auxiliary Channel Options
The Indoor Controller (IDC) provides advanced options, such as the Wayside channel, Engineering Order
Wire, external alarm interfaces, and Ethernet management interfaces. The controller is an extractable, hot
swappable, and non-traffic-affecting drawer, with four different models to choose from.
All four models include management, external alarms, and protection interfaces. Only the type of auxiliary
channel may vary in accordance with the specific system configuration.
IDC modules include the following:
Ethernet Wayside Channel - up to 2 Mbps Ethernet channels (one per carrier).
This IDC includes an Engineering Order Wire interface (G.711 CVSD) for point-to-point voiceconnectivity.
Built-in Ethernet Hub
For applications such as in-band transmission of third party management information, FibeAir 1P-MAX2
provides a built-in Ethernet hub, as well as an out-of-band connection.
Management information can be transmitted in the management overhead bytes, while the transmission can
be controlled via Ceragons CeraView
management software.
Since in-band management enables all management information to be transmitted within the frame, there is
no need to install a separate management network.
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IP-MAX2 Product Description 9
Dynamic Adaptive Modulation
Dynamic Adaptive Modulation refers to the automatic modulation adjustment that a wireless system canperform to prevent weather-related fading from causing communication on the link to be disrupted. When
heavy weather conditions, such as a storm, affect the transmission and receipt of data and voice over the
wireless network, the radio system automatically changes the modulation so that non-real-time data-based
applications may be affected by signal degradation, but real-time applications will run smoothly and
continuously.
Since communication signals are modulated, varying the modulation varies the amount of bits that are
transferred per signal, enabling higher throughputs or better spectral efficiencies. It should be noted however,
that when using a modulation technique such as 64-QAM, better Signal-to-Noise Ratios (SNRs) are needed
to overcome interference and maintain a tolerable BER (Bit Error Ratio) level. Adaptive Modulation allows
the system to choose the best modulation, in accordance with the channel's condition, in order to overcome
fading and other interference.
FibeAir IP-MAX2
includes the Dynamic Adaptive Modulation algorithm, which ensures an increase in
capacity together with a parallel reduction of CAPEX.
The algorithm uses the highest possible modulation in accordance with link quality degradation. The
assumption is that while high revenue real-time applications such as video conferencing require constant
high performance transport, lower revenue non-real-time applications, such as email, require less stringent
transport performance.
In the following example, on a clear day, an IP-MAX2
transmits and receives data and voice at 400 Mbps,
using 256 QAM modulation. When the weather becomes overcast and stormy, the Dynamic Adaptive
Modulation algorithm changes the modulation to 32 QAM and the system transmits at 250 Mbps.
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This switchover guarantees that the real-time voice applications will not experience signal degradation, while
at the same time reducing the amount of bandwidth required for the non-real-time data applications.
The modulation switchover is implemented using an Errorless and Hitless algorithm, maximizing spectrum
usage and enabling increased capacity over a given bandwidth.
As shown in the following illustration, as the weather conditions change, FibeAir IP-MAX2
alters the
modulation so that the highest availability of capacity is ensured.
All throughout the changes in modulation caused by medium deterioration, real-time services remain
unaffected.
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Full Range Adaptive Modulation
Ceragon's Adaptive Modulation is extremely quick and switchovers can be performed as fast as tens of times
per second. When a switchover is performed it will step up or down through all the six modulation schemes
covered from 256QAM down to QPSK, and back up, covering all the modulations in between. This ensures
that the link will operate at the highest possible modulation in any given moment.
Adaptive Modulation and Built-in Quality of Service
Ceragon's Adaptive Modulation has a remarkable synergy with the equipment's built-in Layer 2 Quality of
Service mechanism. Since QoS provides priority support for different classes of service, according to a wide
range of criteria (see below) it is possible to configure the system to discard only low priority packets as
conditions deteriorate. FibeAir IP-MAX2
can classify packets according to the most external header, VLAN
802.1p, TOS / TC - IP precedence, MPLS experimental field, VLAN ID, and UDP packets. All classes use 4
levels of prioritization with user selectable options between strict priority queuing, weighted fair queuing,with 8:4:2:1 strict weights and user configurable weights.
If the user wishes to rely on external switches QoS, Adaptive Modulation can work with them via the flow
control mechanism supported in the radio.
Adaptive Modulation and Multi-Radio
FibeAir IP-MAX2
dual radio links can be configured to operate together with Adaptive Modulation. We call
it WALA (patent pending) - Wireless Adaptive Link Aggregation.
Typical 2+0 Llink Configuration
When operating in dual-radio configuration, each one of the carriers is independent to fluctuate while hitless
switchovers between modulations, increasing capacity over given bandwidth and maximizing spectrum
utilization. Traffic is divided among the two carriers without requiring Link Aggregation, and is not
dependent on number of MAC addresses or on their momentary traffic capacity. Hence the ability to provide
the maximum bandwidth to the application that requires it most. The result is 100% utilization of radio
resources; traffic load is balanced based on instantaneous radio capacity per carrier and is independent of
data/application characteristics (# of flows, capacity per flow etc.).
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Quality of Service (QoS)
The Gigabit Ethernet Quality of Service method is based on the following data component order:
External Overhead
VLAN 802.1p
IPv4 /Ipv6
MPLS
UDP
Packet Classification
The system examines the incoming traffic and assigns the desired priority according to the marking of the
packets (based on the user port/L2/L3 marking in the packet). In case of congestion in the ingress port, low
priority packets will be discarded first.
The user has the following options:
- Priority bits designated VLAN ID source: None, External Overhead, VLAN 802.1p, IPv4/IPv6, MPLS
- Prioritized VLAN IDs: VLAN ID numbers and priority for each number
- First priority override: UDP packets
STP (Spanning Tree Protocol) Frame Prioritization
In radio links that are used to connect switches running spanning tree protocols, it is important to ensure that
the BPPU frames (transmitted periodically from the switches) are passed with the highest level of priority. If
BPDU frames are not received for a certain period of time, the STP will decide that the link is not active
(even though no problem exists) since BPDU frames did not get the highest priority and were discarded.
To ensure smooth STP operation, the system automatically gives the highest possible priority to BPDU
multicast frames. Just below this priority are located the user-defined highest priority frames.
Queuing and Scheduling
The system has four priority queues that are emptied according to three types of scheduling, as follows:
Strict priority (8:4:2:1)
In fixed priority, all top priority frames egress towards the radio until the top priority queue is empty.
Then, the next lowest priority queues frames egress, and so on. This approach ensures that high priority
frames are always transmitted as soon as possible.
Configurable Hierarchical Round Robin: each queue can be assigned with a user-configurable weight
from 1 to 16.
First queue as "strict" and the other three according to Hierarchical Round Robin (4:2:1)
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Ethernet Statistics
FibeAir IP-MAX2
stores and displays statistics in accordance with RMON and RMON2 standards.
The following groups of statistics can be displayed:
Ingress line receive statistics
Ingress radio transmit statistics
Egress radio receive statistics
Egress line transmit statistics
The statistics that can be displayed within each group include the following:
Ingress Line Receive Statistics
- Sum of frames received without error
- Sum of octets of all valid received frames
- Number of frames received with a CRC error
- Number of frames received with alignment errors
- Number of valid received unicast frames
- Number of valid received multicast frames
- Number of valid received broadcast frames
- Number of packets received with less than 64 octets
- Number of packets received with more than 12000 octets (programmable)
- Frames (good and bad) of 64 octets
- Frames (good and bad) of 65 to 127 octets
- Frames (good and bad) of 128 to 256 octets
- Frames (good and bad) of 256 to 511 octets
- Frames (good and bad) of 512 to 1023 octets
- Frames (good and bad) of 1024 to 1518 octets
- Frames (good and bad) of 1519 to 12000 octets
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Ingress Radio Transmit Statistics
- Sum of frames transmitted to radio
- Sum of octets transmitted to radio
- Number of frames dropped
Egress Radio Receive Statistics
- Sum of valid frames received by radio
- Sum of octets of all valid received frames
- Sum of all frames received with errors
- Sum of GFP unlocked events
Egress Line Transmit Statistics
- Sum of valid frames transmitted to line
- Sum of octets transmitted
Notes:
Statistic parameters are polled each second, from system startup.
All counters can be cleared simultaneously.
The following statistics are displayed every 15 minutes (in the Radio and E1/T1 performance
monitoring windows):
Utilization - four utilizations: ingress line receive, ingress radio transmit, egress radio receive, and
egress line transmit
Packet error rate - ingress line receive, egress radio receive
Seconds with errors - ingress line receive
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End-To-End Network Management
Ceragon provides state-of-the-art management based on SNMP. Our management applications are written inJava code and enable management functions at both the element and network levels. The applications run on
Windows 2000/2003/XP and Sun Solaris.
CeraView is Ceragons SNMP-based EMS (Element Management System) that enables the operator to
perform element configuration, RF and SDH performance monitoring, remote diagnostics, alarm reports, and
more. CeraView
integrates with different 3rd party NMS (Network Management System) platforms to
provide end-to-end system management.
Example of Main CeraView
Window
PolyViewis Ceragon's NMS server that includes CeraMap, its friendly yet powerful client graphical
interface. PolyView can be used to update and monitor network topology status, provide statistical and
inventory reports, define end-to-end traffic trails, download software and configure elements in the network.In addition, it can integrate with Northbound NMS platforms, to provide enhanced network management.
Example of Main PolyView Window
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Specifications
Adaptive Modulation Throughput Information
The table below lists Adaptive Modulation throughput values for the different IP-MAX2
configurations.
GbE IDM (Indoor Module)Configurations, Single Carrier
Channel Bandwidth (MHz)
100 License - GbE with up to 8xE1/T1 28/30 50 56/80
QPSK 41-50 77-97 87-106
16QAM 88-107 - -
32QAM 111-136 - -
64QAM - - -
128QAM - - -Modulation
256QAM
Throughput (Mbps)
- - -
200 License - GbE with up to 8xE1/T1 28/30 50 56/80
QPSK 41-50 77-97 87-106
16QAM 88-107 160-196 179-218
32QAM 111-136 - -
64QAM 134-164 - -
128QAM 158-193 - -Modu
lation
256QAM
Throughput (Mbps)
181-221 - -
300 License - GbE with up to 8xE1/T1 28/30 50 56/80
QPSK 41-50 77-97 87-106
16QAM 88-107 160-196 179-218
32QAM 111-136 201-246 225-275
64QAM 134-164 243-297 270-331
128QAM 158-193 284-347 -Mo
dulation
256QAM
Throughput (Mbps)
181-221 - -
400 License - GbE with up to 8xE1/T1 28/30 50 56/80
QPSK 41-50 77-97 87-106
16QAM 88-107 160-196 179-218
32QAM 111-136 201-246 225-275
64QAM 134-164 243-297 270-331
128QAM 158-193 284-347 317-387Modulation
256QAM
Throughput (Mbps)
181-221 325-398 362-443
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Rx Performance Information
The following tables list IP-MAX2
Rx performance values.
Notes:
The values are for an Rx threshold (dBm) of 10-6
Transitions of constellation from high to low are performed 2.5 dB above the high constellation RX
threshold (dBm) @ 10-6
Transitions of constellation from low to high are performed 4.5 dB above the high constellation RX
threshold (dBm) @ 10-6 (Adaptive Modulation 28/30 MHz transition from QPSK to 16 QAM is
performed at 5.5 dB above the high constellation RX threshold)
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Adaptive Mode Radio Performance Information
FibeAir RFU-P
Rx Sensitivity (BER=10-6
) (dBm)
Band (GHz) 11 GHz 13 GHz 15 GHz 18 GHz 23 GHz 26 GHz 28 GHz 32 GHz 38 GHz
23 23 23 23 22 22 21 21 20QPSK
-84 -84 -84 -84 -84 -84 -83 -83 -82
23 23 23 21 20 20 20 20 1916 QAM
-77 -77 -77 -77 -77 -77 -76 -76 -75
23 23 23 21 20 20 20 20 19
32 QAM -74 -74 -74 -74 -74 -74 -73 -73 -72
22 22 22 20 20 20 19 19 1864 QAM
-71 -71 -71 -71 -71 -71 -70 -70 -69
22 22 22 20 20 20 19 19 18128 QAM
-68 -68 -68 -68 -68 -68 -67 -67 -66
22 22 22
Adaptive28/30MHz
256 QAM-63 -63 -63
23 23 23 23 22 22 21 21 20QPSK
-81 -81 -81 -81 -81 -81 -80 -80 -79
23 23 23 21 20 20 20 20 1916 QAM
-75 -75 -75 -75 -75 -75 -74 -74 -73
23 23 23 21 20 20 20 20 1932 QAM
-72 -72 -72 -72 -71 -71 -70 -70 -70
22 22 22 20 20 20 19 19 1864 QAM
-68 -68 -68 -68 -68 -68 -67 -67 -66
22 22 22 20 20 20 19 19 18128 QAM
-66 -66 -66 -66 -65 -65 -64 -64 -64
22 22 22 20 19 19 19 19 18
Adaptive
50 MHz
256 QAM-61 -61 -61 -61 -61 -61 -60 -60 -59
23 23 23 23 22 22 21 21 20QPSK-81 -81 -81 -81 -80 -80 -79 -79 -79
23 23 23 21 20 20 20 20 1916 QAM
-74 -74 -74 -74 -74 -74 -73 -73 -72
23 23 23 21 20 20 20 20 1932 QAM
-72 -72 -72 -72 -72 -72 -71 -71 -70
22 22 22 20 20 20 19 19 1864 QAM
-69 -69 -69 -69 -68 -68 -67 -67 -67
22 22 22 20 20 20 19 19 18128 QAM
-65 -65 -65 -65 -65 -65 -64 -64 -63
22 22 22 20 19 19 19 19 18
Adaptive56 MHz
256 QAM -60.5 -60.5 -60.5 -60.5 -60 -60 -59 -59 -58.5
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FibeAir RFU-HP and FibeAir RFU-SP
Tx Power dBm (SP/HP)Rx Sensitivity (BER=10-6
) (dBm)
Band (GHz) 6H/6L GHz 7/8 GHz 11 GHz
24 / 30 24 / 30 24 / 27QPSK
-85 -85 -8524 / 30 24 / 30 24 / 27
16 QAM-78 -78 -78
24 / 30 24 / 30 24 / 2732 QAM
-75 -75 -7524 / 30 24 / 30 24 / 26
64 QAM-72 -72 -72
24 / 30 24 / 30 24 / 26128 QAM -69 -69 -6922 / 28 22 / 28 22 / 25
Adaptive28/30MHz
256 QAM-64 -64 -64
24 24 24QPSK
-82 -82 -82
24 24 2416 QAM
-76 -76 -76
24 24 2432 QAM
-73 -73 -73
24 24 2464 QAM
-69 -69 -6924 24 24
128 QAM-67 -67 -67
22 22 22
Adaptive
50 MHz
256 QAM-62 -62 -62
24 24 24QPSK
-82 -82 -82
24 24 2416 QAM
-75 -75 -75
24 24 2432 QAM
-73 -73 -73
24 24 2464 QAM
-70 -70 -70
24 24 24128 QAM
-66 -66 -66
22 22 22
Adaptive
56 MHz
256 QAM-61.5 -61.5 -61.5
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IP-MAX2 Product Description 20
Regular Mode Performance Information
General
Band 6 GHz 7/8 GHz 11 GHz 13 GHz 15 GHz 18 GHz 23 GHz24-26
GHz28 GHz 32 GHz 38 GHz
StandardsETSI /FCC
ETSI ETSI /FCC
ETSI ETSI ETSI /FCC
ETSI /FCC
ETSI /FCC
ETSI /FCC
ETSI /FCC
ETSI /FCC
OperatingFrequencyRange (GHz)
5.925-6.425,
6.425-7.1
7.1-8.5 10.7-11.7
12.75-13.25
14.5-15.35
17.7-19.7
21.2-23.6
24.25-26.5
27.5-29.5
31.8-33.4
37-38.4,38.6-40,37-39.5
Tx/Rx Spacing(MHz)
240,252.04,
260, 266,300, 340
119,154,161,168,182,196,245,
311.32
430,490,
520, 530
266 315,420,490,
644, 728
1010,1120,1560
1008,1232,1200
1008,800,
1009,900
1008,350, 500
812 1000,1260, 700
FrequencyStability
0.001%
FrequencySource
Synthesizer
RF ChannelSelection
Via NMS
SystemConfigurations
Non-Protected (1+0), Protected (1+1), Hitless/Errorless Space & Frequency Diversity, Co-Channel Dual Polarization (2+0 XPIC)
Rx Overload(BER=10
-6)
Better than -20 dBm
Unfaded BER Less than 10-13
Tx Range(Manual/ATPC)
Manual: -10 dBm to max Tx power, Automatic: for RFU-P or SP up to 30 dB, for RFU -HP up to 20 dB
400 Mbps, 128/256 QAM, Single Carrier
Band 6 GHz 7/8 GHz 11 GHz 13 GHz 15 GHz 18 GHz 23 GHz24-26GHz
28 GHz 32 GHz 38 GHz
RF ChannelSpacing (MHz)128,256 QAM
56 56 *56 56 56 55, 80 56, 50 56 56, 50 56, 50 56, 50
Tx Power (dBm)128/256 QAM 24/22 24/22 22/21 22/21 22/22 21/20 20/19 20/19 20/19 20/19 19/18
Rx Sensitivity(BER=10
-6)
(dBm) 128/256QAM
-67/-62 -67/-62 -67/-62 -68/-61 -68/-61 -68/-61 -68/-61 -68/-61 -65/-60 -64/-59 -64/-59
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IP-MAX2 Product Description 21
300 Mbps, 32/64/128/256 QAM, Single Carrier
Band 6 GHz 7/8 GHz 11 GHz 13 GHz 15 GHz 18 GHz 23 GHz24-26GHz
28 GHz 32 GHz 38 GHz
RF ChannelSpacing (MHz)32/64/128/256QAM
56 56 *56 56 56 55, 80 56, 50 56 56, 50 56, 50 56, 50
Tx Power (dBm)32/64/128/256QAM
24/24/24/22
24/24/24/22
24/24/24/21
23/22/22/21
23/22/22/22
21/20/20/20
20/20/20/19
20/20/20/19
20/19/19/19
20/19/19/19
19/18/18/18
Rx Sensitivity(BER=10
-6)
(dBm)32/64/128/256QAM
-73/-69/-67/-62
-73/-69/-67/-62
-73/-69/-67/-62
-72/-70/-68/-61
-72/-70/-68/-61
-72/-70/-68/-61
-72/-70/-68/-61
-72/-70/-68/-61
-70/-67/-65/-60
-70/-67/-64/-59
-70/-66/-64/-59
200 Mbps, 16/64/128/256 QAM, Single Carrier
Band 6 GHz 7/8 GHz 11 GHz 13 GHz 15 GHz 18 GHz 23 GHz24-26GHz
28 GHz 32 GHz 38 GHz
16QAM
56 56 *56 56 56 55, 80 56, 50 56 56, 50 56, 50 56, 50
64QAM
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 40 28, 40 27.5, 40 28 28, 40 28 28 28
128QAM
28, 29,29.65,
30
28, 29,29.65,
30
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 40 28, 40 27.5, 40 28 28, 40 28 28 28
RFChannelSpacing(MHz)
256QAM
28, 29,29.65,
30
28, 29,29.65,
30
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 40 28, 40 40 - 40 - - -
Tx Power (dBm)16/64/128/256QAM
24/24/24/22
24/24/24/22
24/22/22/21
23/22/22/21
23/22/22/22
21/20/20/20
20/20/20/19
20/20/20/19
20/20/20/19
20/19/19/19
19/18/18/18
HP Tx Power(dBm)16/64/128/256QAM
-/30/29/28
-/30/29/28
-/27/26/25
- - - - - - - -
Rx Sensitivity(BER=10
-6) (dBm)
16/64/128/256QAM
-76/-69/-67/-62
-76/-69/-67/-62
-76/-69/-67/-62
-75/-70/-68/-61
-75/-70/-68/-61
-75/-70/-68/-61
-75/-70/-68/-61
-75/-70/-68/-61
-74/-67/-65/-60
-74/-67/-64/-59
-73/-66/-64/-59
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IP-MAX2 Product Description 22
100 Mbps, QPSK/16/32QAM, Single Carrier
Band 6 GHz 7/8 GHz 11 GHz 13 GHz 15 GHz 18 GHz 23 GHz24-26GHz
28 GHz 32 GHz 38 GHz
QPSK
28, 29,29.65,30, 40,
56
28, 29,29.65,30, 40,
56
28, 29,29.65,30, 40,
*56
56 56 55, 80 56, 50 56 56, 50 56, 50 56, 50
16QAM
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 40 28, 40 27.5, 40 28 28, 40 28 28 28
RFChannelSpacing(MHz)
32QAM
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 29,29.65,30, 40
28, 40 28, 40 27.5, 40 28 28, 40 28 28 28
Tx Power (dBm)
QPSK/16/32 QAM 24/24/24 24/24/24 24/24/24 23/23/23 23/23/23 23/21/21 22/20/20 22/20/20 21/20/20 21/20/20 20/19/19
HP Tx Power(dBm)QPSK/16/32 QAM
30/30/30 30/30/30 27/27/27 - - - - - - - -
Rx Sensitivity(BER=10
-6) (dBm)
QPSK/16/32 QAM
-84/-76/-75
-83/-76/-75
-82/-76/-75
-84/-75/-74
-84/-75/-74
-84/-75/-74
-84/-75/-74
-84/-75/-74
-83/-74/-74
-83/-74/-73
-82/-73/-72
Notes:
*- Non standard channel spacing
- All values are guaranteed over temperature
Supported Standards
Link 802.3 - 10 Mbps - electrical board802.3u - 100 Mbps - electrical board802.3z - 1 Gbps - optical SFP802.3ab 1 Gbps - electrical SFP/electrical board802.3x - flow control802.3ad - link aggregation, transparent *802.3ac - Ethernet VLANs transparent
LAN 802.1p - Class of Service802.1ad - provider bridge - transparent802.1Q - Virtual LAN transparent
* Transparent - all related frames are forwarded.
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IP-MAX2 Product Description 23
Payload
GbE IDM (Indoor Module), Single Carrier
Throughput Capacity Variable 41-443 Mbps per IDM (up to 886 Mbps per IDU)
Interface TypeSFP: Electrical 1000BaseT, Optical 1000Base-LX (1310 nm) or SX (850 nm)RJ-45: Electrical 10/100/1000Base-T
Latency < 100 sec, for 400 Mbps traffic throughput
Number of ports 1 per IDM (up to 2 per IDU)
Connector Type RJ-45 or LC
Super Jumbo Frame Size Up to 12000 bytes
8 x E1/T1 Port
Interface Type E1/T1
Number of ports 8 per IDM (up to 16 per IDU)
Connector Type SCSI 36-pin
Framing Unframed (full transparency)
Coding E1: HDB3T1: AMI/B8ZS
Line Impedance 120 ohm/100 ohm balanced. Optional module for 75 ohm unbalanced.
Compatible Standards ITU-T G.703, G.736, G.775, G.823, G.824, G.828, ITU-T I.432, ETSI ETS300 147, ETS 300 417, ANSI T1.105, T1.102-1993, T1.231, Bellcore GR-253-core, TR-NWT-000499
Auxiliary Channels
Wayside Channel, per Carrier 2 Mbps or 64 Kbps,Ethernet 10BaseT (Wayside channel uses 2Mbps of Ethernet traffic capacity)
Engineering Order Wire Audio channel (64 Kbps) G.711
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Network Management
Type SNMP, in compliance with RFC 1213, RFC 1595 (SONET MIB)
Local or Remote NMS Station PolyView, CeraView with advanced GUI for Windows2000/2003/XP and Sun Solaris, integrated with HP OpenView
NMS Interface Ethernet 10Base-T, RS-232 (PPP, SLIP), built-in Ethernet
Local Configuration & Monitoring Standard ASCII terminal, serial RS-232
In-Band Management Uses standard embedded communications channel, dual port built-in Ethernet hub
TMN Ceragon NMS functions are in accordance with ITU-Trecommendations for TMN
External Alarms 5 Inputs: TTL-level or contact closure to ground. 3 outputs: Form Ccontacts, software configurable
Performance Monitoring Integral with onboard memory according to ITU-TG.828
Environment
Operating Temperature ODU/RFU: -35C to 55C (95F to 131F)IDU: -5C to 45C (23F to 113F)
IDU - NEBS: -5C to 55C (23F to 131F)
Relative Humidity ODU/RFU: up to 100% (all weather operation)IDU: up to 95% (non-condensing)
Altitude Up to 4,500 m (15,000 ft)
Supported Standard NEBS: GR-63 Issue 3 March 2006, GR-1089 Issue 4 June2006
Power Input
Standard Input -48 VDC
DC Input range -40.5 to -72 VDC (up to -57 VDC for USA market)
Optional Input 110-220 VAC
Power Consumption
Maximum System (ODU+IDU)Power Consumption (11-38 GHz)
1+0: 65W, 1+1: 105W
Maximum System (ODU+IDU)Power Consumption (6-8 GHz)
1+0, 80W, 1+1: 130W
Maximum System (RFU+IDU)Power Consumption (HP 11-38
GHz)
1+0: 105W, 1+1: 150W
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Mechanical
ODU (11-38 GHz) 27 cm diameter x 14 cm depth (10.8 x 4.5)Weight: 8 kg/18 lbs
ODU (6-8 GHz) 40.9 cm height x 28.6 width x 86 depth (16.1 x 11.2" x 33.8")Weight: 8 kg/18 lbs
RFU (HP 6-11 GHz) 49 cm height x 14.4 cm width x 28 cm depth (19 x 6 x 11)Weight: 7 kg/16 lbs
IDU (1U) 4.4 cm height x 43.2 cm width x 24 cm depth (1.7 x 17 x 9.4)Weight: 5 kg/11 lbs
IDU (2U-NEBS) 8.6 cm height x 43.2 cm width x 24 cm depth (3.5 x 17 x 9.4)Weight: 6.6 kg/14.5 lbs
IDU-ODU/RFU Coaxial Cable RG-223 (100 m/300 ft), Belden 9914/RG-8 (300 m/1000 ft) orequivalent, N-type connectors (male)
Notes:
All values are typical.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notification.