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by couresportivo
Mon Dec 06, 2010 3:12 pm
Forum: Forwarding Protocols
Topic: Cannot ping remote address
Replies: 0
Views: 934

Cannot ping remote address

I have an rb411 2 hops away and can connect to it via winbox with its ip address 192.168.1.38. this has been in place for about 6 months and recently has started not running correctly ie being unable to collect emails, unable to browse or ping 8.8.8.8, intermittently All the wireless interfaces are ...
by couresportivo
Mon Nov 15, 2010 11:38 pm
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: RB 600 problem
Replies: 3
Views: 1615

Re: RB 600 problem

Thanks for that.

I have disabled a couple of the interfaces temporarily, to see if it makes a difference.

There has been a couple of software stable software updates put on, but have now rolled them back to bo avail, will see what happens with half interfaces.
by couresportivo
Mon Nov 15, 2010 8:33 pm
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: RB 600 problem
Replies: 3
Views: 1615

RB 600 problem

I have an RB600 which has been in place around a year, running 4 x r52n, just recently become unstable. All wireless cards are now disconnecting and reassociating. Changed the external connectors/cables. The box with board is sealed shut with extra bead of silicone around door closure. Never been un...
by couresportivo
Thu Nov 04, 2010 8:30 pm
Forum: RouterBOARD hardware
Topic: Reviving a remote hanged up routerboard
Replies: 7
Views: 2760

Re: Reviving a remote hanged up routerboard

you could setup netwatch to ping a closer ip address, and if it fails it reboots
by couresportivo
Sun Oct 31, 2010 8:11 pm
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: Missing dBs between ROS 4.11 and 5.0rc2 w/ SR71-15
Replies: 11
Views: 4580

Re: Missing dBs between ROS 4.11 and 5.0rc2 w/ SR71-15

After reading this post I noticed the same behaviour on r52N and r52hn

Did some upgrades to v5 RC 1, & 3 ended up rolling back to 4,12 gained 5/6 Db

Surely the later releases should improve signal strength
by couresportivo
Tue Sep 21, 2010 9:41 pm
Forum: General
Topic: POE Voltage Drop
Replies: 2
Views: 1372

Re: POE Voltage Drop

thanks Tom

has a r52n and a r52HN and currently has 18 volts, thinking of moving it to get round some trees and gain some height
by couresportivo
Tue Sep 21, 2010 7:57 pm
Forum: General
Topic: POE Voltage Drop
Replies: 2
Views: 1372

POE Voltage Drop

Hi
.
I have a run of approx 70 metres. Would an rb433 be able to run on an 18v 1 amp supply or should i Go for 24 or 48 v, using standard cat5e solid cable UTP.

The rb433 has a requirement of between 10 and 28 volts dc
by couresportivo
Tue Sep 14, 2010 1:41 pm
Forum: Beginner Basics
Topic: RouterBOARD 411/411R
Replies: 2
Views: 1255

Re: RouterBOARD 411/411R

Hold a screwdriver across the reset button
by couresportivo
Mon Sep 13, 2010 11:04 am
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: Cheap CPE
Replies: 3
Views: 1414

Cheap CPE

Has anybody tried/used antena box or station box as a cheap cpe? with 411 or 711
by couresportivo
Tue Aug 24, 2010 7:34 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Feature request. Routeros version rollback.
Replies: 11
Views: 3792

Re: Feature request. Routeros version rollback.

Thanks guys

Will probably save me a drive one day

the beers are on me
by couresportivo
Tue Aug 24, 2010 7:13 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Feature request. Routeros version rollback.
Replies: 11
Views: 3792

Re: Feature request. Routeros version rollback.

Thanks Mehran

that looks like it will work.

For clarification do I have to upload a new version of 4.10 as well as 4.11 or does it use the existing 4.10
by couresportivo
Mon Aug 23, 2010 11:58 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Feature request. Routeros version rollback.
Replies: 11
Views: 3792

Re: Feature request. Routeros version rollback.

I just dont want to drive 50-100 miles if it goes tits up :)
by couresportivo
Mon Aug 23, 2010 11:30 am
Forum: General
Topic: Feature request. Routeros version rollback.
Replies: 11
Views: 3792

Re: Feature request. Routeros version rollback.

MRZ The majority of my AP's are RB433AH and a couple of RB600. But I would have thought that even on a 64mb Nand there would have been sufficient room for a 12/13mb for the core os. You could always delete all the npk's prior, not store them all. All my devices keep a local daily backup and a copy e...
by couresportivo
Sun Aug 22, 2010 8:20 pm
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: Snow
Replies: 9
Views: 2473

Re: Snow

I had "normal" kit in the snow for a couple of months with no issues. RB 433 AH R52N

power already there just a pig to get to in the field, connector came off once but now with MMCX should be no problems

Maybe someone from Canada will tell you more
by couresportivo
Sat Aug 21, 2010 6:07 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Feature request. Routeros version rollback.
Replies: 11
Views: 3792

Feature request. Routeros version rollback.

I would love to test some of the development versions on a 25m link, where I have some flexibility. But it is such a pain to visit after version upgrade if the link is lost,not just safe mode. Full reversion to last known good after x time Ideally check boxes for last version and last backup with ti...
by couresportivo
Sat Aug 21, 2010 10:43 am
Forum: General
Topic: POE Split
Replies: 2
Views: 1107

Re: POE Split

thanks for reply

looks like it will work. thinking of using an injector extractor pack, although info is short. should work subject to any voltage drop rectification.
by couresportivo
Fri Aug 20, 2010 7:14 pm
Forum: General
Topic: POE Split
Replies: 2
Views: 1107

POE Split

Hi I have an RB 433 using 18v poe 2 cards no problems works fantastic What I want to do is use one of the spare ethernet ports and cable it to around 15 metres away to an RB 711 using the same or upgraded power supply. this is needed to get round dense foliage/shrubs which is blocking signal. How ca...
by couresportivo
Fri Aug 13, 2010 4:43 pm
Forum: General
Topic: antennas camoufage
Replies: 1
Views: 775

Re: antennas camoufage

Use non metallic spray...used thinly
by couresportivo
Sat Aug 07, 2010 9:50 am
Forum: General
Topic: MT Hire
Replies: 15
Views: 2807

Re: MT Hire

I just love the endearment
The laconic wit
Maybe your pissed
or maybe a ***t
by couresportivo
Fri Aug 06, 2010 8:24 am
Forum: General
Topic: MT Hire
Replies: 15
Views: 2807

Re: MT Hire

Not so sure about being spawned from linux IV now if your talking AT&T v5 we could be twins
by couresportivo
Wed Aug 04, 2010 11:20 am
Forum: General
Topic: MT Hire
Replies: 15
Views: 2807

Re: MT Hire

Exactly what I put on the job, and didnt get it.

thanks anyway
by couresportivo
Wed Aug 04, 2010 10:59 am
Forum: General
Topic: MT Hire
Replies: 15
Views: 2807

Re: MT Hire

Adrian Completely Agree

However Guys, this thread was created in March, I quoted in March a figure I felt appropriate for 3 days hire. I am now suprised that it is getting interest in August.

Still nobody put a figure on it. :shock:
by couresportivo
Tue Aug 03, 2010 5:02 pm
Forum: General
Topic: MT Hire
Replies: 15
Views: 2807

Re: MT Hire

Hi guys

Quoted for this in March, reasonable I thought.

gartoffel got any jobs for EU 200 per hour?

thanks
by couresportivo
Thu Jul 08, 2010 12:53 am
Forum: General
Topic: VPN Tunneling Help
Replies: 25
Views: 3251

Re: VPN Tunneling Help

Philistine, needs to be chilled not watered down ::::))))
by couresportivo
Thu Jul 08, 2010 12:47 am
Forum: General
Topic: VPN Tunneling Help
Replies: 25
Views: 3251

Re: VPN Tunneling Help

Adrian

my wine cooler is broken. Can you do anything
by couresportivo
Wed Jun 09, 2010 3:22 pm
Forum: General
Topic: MT Hire
Replies: 15
Views: 2807

Re: MT Hire

Pity i'm not that rich Rich.

I can do it and price it, just was wondering what would be a fair and typical rate for the job inc. equipment hire and installation
by couresportivo
Wed Jun 09, 2010 2:43 pm
Forum: General
Topic: MT Hire
Replies: 15
Views: 2807

MT Hire

I have been asked to provide a wireless bridge to provide AV facilities for a conference for 3 days. Clear LOS 400 metres apart, to link 2 hotels.

What would be a fair european rate for the hire and temp installation?

thanks
by couresportivo
Thu Jun 03, 2010 1:12 pm
Forum: General
Topic: vodafone Sure Signal. firewall setup
Replies: 0
Views: 959

vodafone Sure Signal. firewall setup

Hi hope one of you guys can / will help, been scratching head for ages. A client requires to install Voda sure signal box and has sent me instruction on how to configure the device. its 2 hops away. In order to function the Vodafone Access Gateway requires a synchronisation signal from the Vodafone ...
by couresportivo
Tue Jun 01, 2010 9:55 am
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: 802.11n
Replies: 938
Views: 422894

Re: 802.11n

Has anybody had good results with PTMP 11.N.

pleas epost configs and any info
by couresportivo
Sun Apr 25, 2010 10:41 am
Forum: Forwarding Protocols
Topic: OSPF - I'm too stupid
Replies: 23
Views: 10164

Re: OSPF - I'm too stupid

I would like to rejig my poorly designed network to one running ospf, my network has grown and I will soon be able to provide a circular route back to my NOC. I am assuming that ospf will give me the resilience I need. When the circular route is in place I will have 12 backbone routers across the wl...
by couresportivo
Sun Feb 14, 2010 10:43 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Deep in the forest
Replies: 3
Views: 1019

Re: Deep in the forest

There speaks a man of experience. I guess it is the sudden stop at the bottom that does hurt :)

So strap a pole on so it is higher than the canopy and shouldnt be any problems. sounds like a plan.
by couresportivo
Sun Feb 14, 2010 9:59 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Deep in the forest
Replies: 3
Views: 1019

Deep in the forest

I have a potential client that lives in a densely forrested area and he would be interested in taking service from me. The trees top out at about 35 feet. He has suggested clamping a couple of 20ft masts together and guying them. He also suggested clamping to a tree How feasible is this? cost is an ...
by couresportivo
Tue Dec 01, 2009 9:12 am
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: 802.11 n Deployment
Replies: 3
Views: 1084

Re: 802.11 n Deployment

As the testing has been flaky and 4.3 does not appear to perform as stated, should I return my N Cards to the Distributor for replacement with cards which should work correctly ?

Thanks for your very quick response
by couresportivo
Tue Dec 01, 2009 8:59 am
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: 802.11 n Deployment
Replies: 3
Views: 1084

802.11 n Deployment

Im just about to deploy a new network. Testing on < 4.3 with N cards has been flaky. Is 4.3 now stable.? If I downgrade ROS to 3.28 will the "N" cards still function in the 802.11 a range

thanks
by couresportivo
Sun Nov 08, 2009 4:27 pm
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: Mesh or Traditional backhaul and AP's
Replies: 4
Views: 1531

Re: Mesh or Traditional backhaul and AP's

Matt

belatedly thanks for your reply, your idea seems good and has been deployed from this week.
by couresportivo
Sun Nov 08, 2009 2:46 pm
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: Dual-frequency MESH applications
Replies: 11
Views: 5040

Re: Dual-frequency MESH applications

Shane

I am just about to rollout a new network, and was thinking of configuring the the entire system of AP's as a WDS mesh, how large is your mesh environment?

your comments would be valuable
by couresportivo
Sun Sep 06, 2009 9:36 am
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: Mesh or Traditional backhaul and AP's
Replies: 4
Views: 1531

Re: Mesh or Traditional backhaul and AP's

Matt thanks for reply. I have a blank canvas, just looking to make life as easy as possible. Its a hilly terrain, with lots of small villages and farms. At the moment I am leaning towards Nstreme Dual backhaul with Dual Polarity Poynting Antennae, between around 10 AP's, which will eventually be abl...
by couresportivo
Wed Aug 26, 2009 4:05 pm
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: Mesh or Traditional backhaul and AP's
Replies: 4
Views: 1531

Mesh or Traditional backhaul and AP's

I am looking to setup a wisp using MT throughout. I am reasonably familiar with ROS, using it for some point to point bridges.

What is the best way to lay out a new network, how would the experts go? I anticipate having upto 10 AP locations and 2-300 clients?cpe's

Great Forum by the way.
by couresportivo
Wed Jul 29, 2009 1:54 pm
Forum: General
Topic: CCTV
Replies: 1
Views: 820

CCTV

Can anybody recommend a reasonably priced cctv camera solution for a security project I have been asked to quote for

thanks
by couresportivo
Thu Jul 23, 2009 7:21 pm
Forum: Wireless Networking
Topic: CPE-Antenna alignment via customer / Application available?
Replies: 149
Views: 44173

Re: CPE-Antenna alignment via customer / Application available?

Christian

Do you think I could have a copy of this app
m259wf AT YAHOO DOT COM

MFG
by couresportivo
Thu Jul 16, 2009 5:06 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Antenna Query
Replies: 0
Views: 534

Antenna Query

Hope you guys can quickly assist. I have two listed buildings, made of stone which have walls of about two feet in thickness. It will be difficult to obtain permission for an external antenna. Clear LOS between the buildings, no windows. The buildings are approximately 150 meters apart and require 1...
by couresportivo
Thu Mar 26, 2009 11:39 am
Forum: General
Topic: Metro mesh
Replies: 0
Views: 589

Metro mesh

Hi all I am in discussions with my local metro authority to provide a solution to create a metro wide mesh. Its a small compact city with c 50k inhabitants. There will be clear los almost everywhere I am reasonably au fait with ros, what recommendations could the forum come up with, concerning hardw...