User's Manual

AW100 Series System Installation Manual
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7 Installation Procedures
This Section gives instructions for installing the AW100 Series IP-RAN and for connecting
it to the wireless infrastructure.
Always refer to the Cell Site Installation documents provided by the Project Engineer for
the specific project. These instructions will include site specific installation requirements
in addition to generic installation practices. Site specific installation instructions could also
include special arrangements for power supplies, cabling, backhaul equipment
connections and other specific requirements.
Prior to installation, it is necessary to assign IP addresses and a permanent base station
ID for each IP-RAN system installed. The IP address of the managing iBSM system is
also required. This essential information is needed for site configuration prior to leaving
the site. Once the IP-RAN ID, IP addresses and managing iBSM IP address are installed
in the AW-100 Series IP-RAN base station, the base station can then establish a link to
the iBSM and download the site specific configuration information in addition to any
updated software loads.
It is recommended that the central managing iBSM system be installed and each base
station configuration exists in the iBSM prior to installation of the site. If this preparation
is performed, then each installed base station will obtain a correct configuration
immediately after installation and proper operation can be verified by the installer before
leaving the site.
If the managing iBSM is not present prior to installation, then the IP-RAN can be installed
and will continuously attempt communication with the iBSM until found, and a
configuration downloaded. This allows base stations to be installed prior to the installation
of a central managing iBSM system installation if the project schedule requires early
installation of the base stations.
7.1 Verify Customer Contact and Equipment location
7.1.1 Contact customer1
1) Verify customer and installer contact names for the installation. Contacts names
should be provided for all persons or groups involve in site preparation or planning.
2) Verify a site specific installation plan is available and includes details on:
a) Power connections
b) Backhaul and LAN connections
c) RF antenna system connections
If not verifiable, have main customer contact provided names and method of
contacting.
3) Ensure Installation team (if more than one person on team).
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NOTE: Make sure all changes are sent to the Installation Coordinator immediately.