Typical Equipment List
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Basic Equipment: Getting Signal & Enabled For Relay |
Approx Cost |
Possible Supplier |
Notes |
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Wireless Bridge, Linksys WET11 or Senao CB3 Deluxe |
$40 to $110 |
Best Buy, CompUSA for Linksys Netgate.net for CB31 |
Choice depends on the results of the site survey |
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Antenna |
$39 to $65 |
Available from WSCICC |
Choice depends on the results of the site survey |
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Antenna to Radio Adapter |
$15 |
Available from WSCICC |
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Case |
Variable |
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Waterproof enclosure needed if the Wireless Bridge is to be mounted outdoors. |
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LMR400 Microwave Cable + 2 connectors |
.45/ft + 3.55 per conn |
WSCICC |
If the Client Bridge is mounted near the antenna this cable may not be needed. |
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Category 5 cable and connectors. Ethernet Cable |
Depends on length |
Many sources |
Cost Depends on Requirements. This would connect the Bridge to the member's home network |
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Mast and Mounts |
$21 for 10 foot mast |
Radio Shaq, Sebastopol |
Requirements vary depending on installation |
Notes:
1. Your Coop often maintains a supply of the CB3 Deluxe.
2. The above list gets a signal into your home. You may additionally need a hub or router to finally get the signal into your computers. We can consult on your requirements.