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=How do I put it all together?=
=How do I put it all together?=
*Buy the required equipment
*Change firmware

Revision as of 16:43, 18 November 2005

Introduction

What do I need to connect to PTA mesh?

Hardware

Node

This can either be a PC or a Wireless Router.

Antennae

This can either be bought or home-made(see Home-Brew Antennae).

Other

You will also require cables, a POE convertor, a pole and brackets.

Firmware

Your wireless route will require firmware updates that will be made available here.

Software

Routing

If you are using a PC, you may need to install an OLSR client.

VPN

If you want to be part of a Virtual Private Network, you will require VPN software on your client.

Settings

IP Allocation

192.***.***.***/**

OLSR Settings

HNA:

How do I put it all together?

  • Buy the required equipment
  • Change firmware