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Wireless Backhaul Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint
The constant increase of Internet bandwidth demand has pushed the need to build a stable and well-constructed network backhaul infrastructure.
While the wired optical fiber network is proven to be the preferred highspeed broadband infrastructure medium due to its stability and performance, constructing fiber-optic networks has its challenges especially across large terrain and long distances.
Major Challenges in Wired Networks
There are some real challenges in building fiber-optic networks especially long distances outdoor networks.
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High cost of investments
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Time-consuming deployment
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Terrain challenges
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Right-of-way permission by authority required
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Cheaper and Faster Alternatives using Wireless Point-to-Point
To overcome the high investment cost and deployment time, wireless backhaul has become increasingly popular and a quicker and cheaper alternative. Today, the Wireless Point-to-Point backhaul technology already able to achieve fiber-fast speed connectivity at a fraction of fiber cost thus it a much better choice amongst network operators.
What is Wireless Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint
Wireless point-to-point/Multipoint (PTP/PTMP) or some calls it wireless bridge allows two or more networks to be connected together physically using wireless technology. It cost much cheaper and faster to set-up compare with fiber optics which requires tearing open the ground to lay the fiber. Typical wireless PTP applications include:
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Connecting two locations/building together wirelessly using radio frequency
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Frequency spectrum can run on license or unlicensed band
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The unlicensed band spectrum runs on:
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2.400GHz – 2.484GHz
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5.725GHz – 5.850GHz
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Requires line-of-sight (LOS) between the two locations
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Non-line-of-sight can be achieved in shorter distances
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Installations can be completed within days
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Quicker and cost-effective alternative for fiber replacement
Key Features of Wireless Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint
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Simple and easy installation
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High availability, up to 99.99%
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High capacity throughput, up to 1.7GBps
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The distance can reach up to 100Km (LOS)
Wireless Point-to-Point Backhaul Applications
​1. Backhaul for Wi-Fi Hotspots
2. ​Backhaul for Last Mile Dedicated Access
3. ​Wireless Backup / Redundant Datalinks for Internet Service Providers​
4. ​Fixed Networks Extension
5. ​Wireless Surveillance Solutions
6. ​Township and Residential Internet Services
