Cisco 3G Wireless WAN High-Speed WAN Interface Card
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1. Supported Cisco Antennas and Cables Table 37 Table 37 lists the Cisco antennas that are supported for use on the 3G wireless WAN HWIC Maximum Gain and Cisco Antennas Supported on the 3G Wireless HWIC Cisco Part Number Antenna Type Frequency Range Description 3G ANTM1919D Dipole 0 dBi This is the default antenna Multiband faceplate Omnidirectional 806 960 MHz mounted dipole antenna This antenna is included with 0 dBi all faceplate mounted 3G wireless WAN HWICs For 1710 2170 MHz more information see the Cisco Multiband Swivel Mount Dipole Antenna 3G ANTM1919D document 3G ANTM1916 CM High Gain 1 5 dBi Multiband ceiling mounted omnidirectional antenna Ceiling Mount 806 960 MHz For more information see the Cisco Multiband Omnidirectional 2 5 dBi Omnidirectional Ceiling Mount Antenna 1710 2170 MHz 3G ANTM1916 CM document 3G AE015 R Antenna Extension Extension Base 0 8 GHz 6 0 GHz This antenna extension is a base with a 15 foot cable included for use with dipole omnidirectional antennas For more information see the Cisco Extended Antenna Base 3G AE015 R document Table 38 lists insertion loss information for the ultra low loss LMR 400 extension cables available from Cisco for use with the ceiling mounted antenna For more information about antenna cables see the Antenna Cabling document Table 38 Cisco Extension Cables for Use with Antennas Cisco Product Number Cabl2. mm OL 12853 01
3. E OHWIC 3G CDMA HWIC 3G CDMA The CDMA version supports multiple bands and services e 800 1900 MHz for 1xRTT e 800 1900 MHz for EVDO Release 0 and Release A HWIC 3G CDMA x is the Cisco part number for which the interface card is configured x is a variable for carrier specific versions The CDMA 3G wireless HWICs support diversity mode dual antenna mode in the antennas Types of antennas include swivel mounted dipole with extended base and ceiling mounted antennas The diversity mode requires two antennas located together and spaced a minimum of 7 5 inches 19 cm for better RF reception Figure 124 shows the front panel view of a CDMA 3G wireless WAN HWIC Figure 124 HWIC 3G CDMA Front Panel C HWIC 3G CDMA WWAN RSSI Diag Port _ 1xRTT EVDO oo oo 1 Mounting Screws 4 LEDs 170843 2 Diagnostic Port 5 Diversity Antenna Connector 3 Main Antenna Connector OL 12853 01 Ea 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards HWIC 3G CDMA W Figure 125 shows the top view of a CDMA 3G wireless WAN HWIC Figure 125 Top View of HWIC 3G CDMA Figure 126 shows the bottom view of a CDMA 3G wireless WAN HWIC Figure 126 Bottom View of HWIC 3G CDMA OL 12853 01 gy 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards W Prerequisi
4. 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards Revised 6 7 07 OL 12853 01 Overview This document describes third generation 3G wireless high speed WAN interface cards HWICs and how to connect the 3G wireless HWICs to a cellular network and contains the following sections e 3G Wireless WAN HWIC Overview page 1 e HWIC 3G GSM page 2 e HWIC 3G CDMA page 4 e Prerequisites page 6 e Restrictions page 6 e Installing a SIM Card in the HWIC 3G GSM page 7 e 3G Wireless HWIC LEDs page 10 e Connecting an Antenna with the 3G Wireless WAN HWIC page 10 e Related Documentation page 15 e Obtaining Documentation Obtaining Support and Security Guidelines page 16 For an overview of Cisco interface cards used for Cisco access routers see the Cisco Interface Cards for Cisco Access Routers document 3G Wireless WAN HWIC Overview The 3G wireless HWIC is a multiband multiservice WAN card Its primary application is WAN connectivity as a backup datalink for critical data applications and as a primary WAN connection It supports the Cisco 1800 series the Cisco 2800 series and the Cisco 3800 series integrated service routers Cisco ISRs The 3G wireless WAN HWIC houses one cellular modem for connection to a wireless WAN There are two different cellular modem wireless WAN HWIC versions based on 3G cellular technologies e HWIC 3G GSM e HWIC 3G CDMA OL 12853 01 a 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards E HWI
5. grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card Do not directly touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool or you could shock yourself Statement 94 Warning A Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for such use Statement 245B Warning In order to comply with FCC radio frequency RF exposure limits antennas should be located at a minimum of 7 9 inches 20 cm or more from the body of all persons Statement 332 Warning This equipment must be connected to an indoor antenna only Statement 373 Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity Statement 1001 Warning Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source Statement 1004 Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations Statement 1040 OL 12853 01 gy 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards Hs Connecting an Antenna with the 3G Wireless WAN HWIC Prerequisites for Connecting Antennas This section contains information about connecting the antennas amp Note Before you connect the antennas install the 3G wireless HWIC in the router See Chapter Installing Cisco Interface Cards in Cisco Access R
6. or EDGE is active amp Note Ifthe RSSI LED is solid yellow it indicates that no service and no RSSI is detected Connecting an Antenna with the 3G Wireless WAN HWIC This section contains the following sub sections e Wireless Access Devices Safety Guidelines and Warnings page 11 e Prerequisites for Connecting Antennas page 12 e Supported Cisco Antennas and Cables page 13 e Connecting Swivel Mount Dipole Antennas page 14 my 0L 12853 01 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards Connecting an Antenna with the 3G Wireless WAN HWIC W e Faceplate Mounted and Ceiling Mounted Antennas and Cabling page 15 Wireless Access Devices Safety Guidelines and Warnings A The following are guidelines for wireless access devices e Do not touch or move antenna s while the unit is transmitting or receiving e Do not hold any component containing a radio so that the antenna is very close to or touching any exposed parts of the body especially the face or eyes while transmitting e The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited to the constraints posed by the local codes the national codes and the safety directors of such environments Warning A Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies unplug the power cord on AC units disconnect the power at the circuit breaker on DC units Statement 12 Warning A When handling the HWICs and antennas wear
7. C 3G GSM For regulatory information about the 3G wireless WAN HWIC and supported antennas see the Cisco Network Modules and Interface Cards Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information HWIC 3G GSM The GSM version supports the following sevices e General Packet Radio Services GPRS e Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution EDGE e Universal Mobile Telecommunication System UMTS e High Speed Downlink Packet Access HSDPA It supports multiple bands on the multiple services for use in different parts of the world e 850 900 1800 1900 MHz for GPRS and EDGE services e 850 1900 2100 MHz for UMTS and HSDPA services HWIC 3G GSM is the Cisco part number for which the interface card is configured Figure 121 shows the front panel view of a 3G wireless WAN HWIC Figure 121 HWIC 3G GSM Front Panel gt HWIC y 3G GSM WWAN RSSI UMTS HSDPA 2 1 Mounting Screws 3 Antenna Connector 2 Diagnostic Port 4 LEDs OL 12853 01 E 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards HWIC 3G GSM W Figure 122 shows the top view of the 3G wireless WAN HWIC Figure 122 Top View of HWIC 3G GSM Figure 123 shows the bottom view of the 3G wireless WAN HWIC Figure 123 Bottom View of HWIC 3G GSM 1 ISIM Card Socket OL 12853 01 gy 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards
8. e Length Insertion Loss Frequency MHz 3G CAB ULL 20 20 ft 6 m 1 50 dB max 2100 3G CAB ULL 50 50 ft 15 m 3 50 dB max 2100 OL 12853 01 gy 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards HZ Connecting an Antenna with the 3G Wireless WAN HWIC Figure 131 shows the various antenna options with the 3G wireless WAN HWIC Figure 131 Antenna Options Connecting Swivel Mount Dipole Antennas If you are using Cisco swivel mounted dipole antennas follow these steps Step 1 Attach an antenna to each TNC antenna connectors on the front of the 3G wireless HWIC and tighten it hand tight Step2 Orient the antennas depending on how you intend to mount the router in which the 3G wireless HWIC is installed e Ifthe router is on a table or desk orient the antennas to the left and right sides so that they are at a 90 degree angle to each other See Figure 131 e If the router is on a vertical surface such as a wall orient the antennas up and at a 90 degree angle to each other e If the router is on a ceiling orient the antennas down and at a 90 degree angle to each other amp Note Although it is not absolutely necessary for best RF performance do not attach the dipole antenna directly to the face plate of the 3G wireless HWIC Use the antenna extension cable and antenna base recommended for the product OL 12853 01 14s 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards Related Documentation W Fo
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10. n on page 8 OL 12853 01 6 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards Installing a SIM Card in the HWIC 3G GSM W Installing a SIM Card in the HWIC 3G GSM To install a SIM card onto the GSM HWIC follow these steps Step 1 On the bottom side of the 3G wireless HWIC remove the bracket by unscrewing the M2 5 screw See Figure 127 for details Figure 127 SIM Card installation Step 1 1 ISIM Card Bracket 3 M2 5 screw 2 ISIM socket OL 12853 01 7 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards W Installing a SIM Card in the HWIC 3G GSM Step2 To open the SIM cover slide it in the direction of the Open arrows Then lift the hinged cover See Figure 128 for details Figure 128 SIM Cards Installation Step 2 Step3 Slide the SIM card into the slot of the open cover See Figure 129 for details amp Note The SIM card is keyed Make sure that the chamfer is oriented as shown in Figure 129 and the gold plated contacts face downward to make contact with the contact pins of the SIM socket OL 12853 01 ea 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards Installing a SIM Card in the HWIC 3G GSM W Figure 129 SIM Card Installation Step 3 1 Chamfer 2 ISIM Card Step4 Close the cover by pushing it down and then sliding into the direction of the Lock arrows until it locks into place Install the bracket back with the M2 5 screw as shown in Figure 130 Figu
11. outers for more information In addition to antenna orientation installation location with respect to other wireless equipment and other RF noise sources such as telecom and datacom equipment plays a significant role in determining overall network performance Because antennas transmit and receive radio signals their performance can be adversely affected by the surrounding environment including distance between HWIC antenna and cellular base station physical obstructions or radio frequency RF interference Follow these guidelines to ensure the best possible performance e Wherever possible mount the 3G wireless HWIC antenna away from physical obstructions Barriers along the line of sight between HWIC antenna and cellular base station will degrade the wireless radio signals The 3G wireless HWICs and antennas can be installed above floor level in office environments or near the ceiling for better performance because most obstructions tend to be near floor level e The density of the materials used in a building s construction determines the number of walls the signal must pass through and still maintain adequate coverage Consider the following before choosing the location to install your antenna Paper and vinyl walls have very little effect on signal penetration Solid and precast concrete walls limit signal penetration to one or two walls without signal degradation Concrete and wood block walls limit signal
12. penetration to three or four walls A signal can penetrate five or six walls constructed of drywall or wood A thick metal wall or a wire mesh stucco wall causes signals to reflect back and causes poor penetration e Avoid mounting the antenna next to a column or vertical support that could create a shadow zone and reduce the coverage area e Keep the antenna away from reflective metal objects such as heating and air conditioning ducts large ceiling trusses building superstructures and major power cabling runs If necessary use an extension cable to relocate the antenna away from these obstructions A Caution Install the 3G wireless HWIC and any antennas away from appliances that share the same frequency bands Microwave ovens cordless telephones and security monitors can temporarily interfere with wireless performance A Caution We recommend you avoid installing wireless antennas in or near rack mounted installations that include networking equipment and computer servers whose radiated noise emissions can severely degrade radio performance OL 12853 01 Eai 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards amp Connecting an Antenna with the 3G Wireless WAN HWIC W Note If the desired installation site has a marginally acceptable level of radiated noise emissions consider using a remotely mounted antenna such as a wall mounted or ceiling mounted antenna for better radio performance and coverage
13. r more information about connecting the 3G ANTM 1919D to the HWIC 3G GSM or HWIC 3G CDMaA see the Cisco Multiband Swivel Mount Dipole Antenna 3G ANTM1919D document For more information about connecting the 3G ANTM1916 CM to the HWIC 3G GSM or HWIC 3G CDMA see the Cisco Multiband Omnidirectional Ceiling Mount Antenna 3G ANTM1916 CM document Faceplate Mounted and Ceiling Mounted Antennas and Cabling Depending on the wireless environment wall mounted or ceiling mounted antennas may be preferred for optimum radio coverage If the length of the coaxial antenna cable is insufficient to cover the distance between the 3G wireless HWIC and the location of the installed antenna you can use ultra low loss TNC extension cables between the 3G wireless HWIC and the antenna cable RF energy is carried between the antennas and the radio equipment through a coaxial cable An antenna cable introduces signal loss in the antenna system for both the transmitter and the receiver Although the cable run can be 100 feet 30 m or more from the 3G wireless HWIC to antenna locations the longer the cable run the greater the signal loss To reduce signal loss minimize the cable length and use only ultra low loss antenna cables to connect radio devices to antennas To connect faceplate mounted or ceiling mounted antennas follow the installation instructions for your antenna e For more information about connecting the 3G ANTM1919D to the HWIC see the Cisco Mul
14. re 130 SIM Card Installation Step 4 1 Chamfer lined with keyed socket 3 Bracket 2 M2 5 Screw 4 ISIM Card OL 12853 01 Jg 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards HI s 3G Wireless HWIC LEDs 3G Wireless HWIC LEDs The 3G wireless HWIC LEDs are shown in Figure 121 and Figure 124 The functions of the LEDs are described in Table 36 Table 36 3G wireless HWIC LED Description LED Description Received Signal Strength Indication RSSI LED Off Low RSSI under 100 dBm Slow Green Blink Low or medium RSSI 99 to 90 dBm Fast Green Blink Medium RSSI 89 to 70 dBm Solid Green High RSSI 69 dBm or higher Solid Yellow No service or no RSSI detected WWAN LED Per PCI Express Mini card Wireless WAN Standard Off HWIC in reset mode or not powered Slow blink Searching for service Solid Green Active service no traffic detected Fast Blink Active service and traffic detected is proportional to blink rate Service Type LEDs CDMA HWIC 1xRTT 1xRTT is the active service EVDO 1xEVDO is the active service Both Off No service is active Both On Both services available amp Note Ifthe RSSI LED is solid yellow it indicates that no service and no RSSI is detected Service Type LEDs GSM HWIC UMTS UMTS is the active service HSDPA HSDPA is the active service Both Off Fallback service GPRS
15. tes Prerequisites Before you connect make sure you have done the following e Ifyou are a Cisco HWIC 3G GSM user before you connect the HWIC to the network you need to install the SIM card See the Installing a SIM Card in the HWIC 3G GSM section on page 7 e Make sure you have subscribed to an appropriate GSM or CDMA service plan with your wireless service provider e Choose an antenna that best suits your needs See the Connecting an Antenna with the 3G Wireless WAN HWIC section on page 10 A Warning This equipment must be connected to an indoor antenna only Statement 373 e Although the use of two antennas is not required both antennas can be used to take advantage of diversity antenna mode for the best RF performance e Contact your carrier for information on network coverage signal strength choosing a suitable antenna and antenna placement amp Note The diagnostics port is to be used as an advanced diagnostics tool Do not use this port for normal operations Restrictions Limitations of the 3G wireless HWICs include the following e Only one 3G wireless HWIC is supported in the router at a time Multiple 3G wireless HWICs on a single chassis is not a supported configuration at this time e The 3G wireless HWIC must be installed in an HWIC slot To determine which slots on your platform support HWICs see the Platform Slot Numbering and Limitations for Cisco Interface Cards sectio
16. tiband Swivel Mount Dipole Antenna 3G ANTM1919D document e For more information about connecting the 3G ANT1916 CM to the HWIC see the Cisco Multiband Omnidirectional Ceiling Mount Antenna 3G ANTM1916 CM document e For more information about connecting the 3G AE015 R the HWIC see the Cisco Extended Antenna Base 3G AE015 R document Related Documentation Related documentation is available on Cisco com or on the Product Documentation DVD Refer to the following documents for additional information about the 3G wireless WAN interface cards e Cisco Wireless ISR and HWIC Access Point Configuration Guide e Cisco Multiband Swivel Mount Dipole Antenna 3G ANTM1919D e Cisco Multiband Omnidirectional Ceiling Mount Antenna 3G ANTM1916 CM e Cisco Extended Antenna Base 3G AE0I5 R OL 12853 01 ca 3G Wireless High Speed WAN Interface Cards HZ Obtaining Documentation Obtaining Support and Security Guidelines Obtaining Documentation Obtaining Support and Security Guidelines For information on obtaining documentation obtaining support providing documentation feedback security guidelines and also recommended aliases and general Cisco documents see the monthly What s New in Cisco Product Documentation which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation at http www cisco com en US docs general whatsnew whatsnew html CCVP the Cisco logo and Welcome to the Human Network are trademarks o
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