User's Manual

MBS-LP EDGE User Guide Document MBUD-0122v1.0
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FEATURES
Multi-Network Routing (MNR)
The Multi-Network Routing (MNR) function enables the MBS2-LP to send communications over
the best available network, as determined by a “Primary Network” setting and the coverage
situation. The routing algorithm is based on a parameter called the “Active Network”, and is
explained in the sections below.
The MBS2-LP is configured during Commissioning to have a “Primary Network”, or a preferred
network. The MBS2-LP will always use the Primary Network as the Active Network when within
Primary Network coverage. The Secondary Network will become the Active Network only if no
Primary Network coverage is available.
For instance, if the Primary Network is satellite, and the MBS2-LP is in satellite coverage, the
Active Network for the MBS2-LP is satellite. If the MBS2-LP leaves satellite coverage but is still
in terrestrial wireless coverage, the Active Network would become terrestrial.
Bandwidth Steering (BWS)
Bandwidth Steering provides a second network path via the MBS2, permitting the full speed of
the GPRS/EDGE network, as well as providing a more economical path for data-intensive
communications. It operates simultaneously with the WAW MNR path.
Bandwidth Steering is based on IP routing rules: all traffic destined for one subnet is routed via
multi-mode network path, while all other traffic is routed to the Bandwidth Steering network path.
Bandwidth Steering is offered as an optional feature, priced separately from the standard multi-
mode service. It enables:
• Large Emails
• Web Browsing
• Large file downloads/uploads
Figure 3: Bandwidth Steering