HOTSPOT GATEWAY
4 Introduction
Key Features and Benefits
The HSG addresses the specific needs of the public access HotSpot, making it an
excellent choice for mid-sized venue deployments. The HSG supports up to 50
simultaneous users, with the option to purchase two additional 50 count upgrades of
50 users per upgrade for a maximum of 150 simultaneous users.
The HSG enables a wide variety of network deployment options for different venue
types. For example:
z Allows for flexible WAN Connectivity (T1/E1, Cable, xDSL, and ISDN).
z Supports 802.11a/b/g and hybrid networks utilizing wired Ethernet.
z Supports key requirements needed to be compliant with the Wi-Fi ZONE™
program.
z Allows you to segment your existing network into public and private
sections using VLANs, then leverage your existing network investment to
create new revenue streams.
z Enables you to provide Wi-Fi access as a billable service or as an amenity to
augment the main line of business for your venue.
z The HSG contains an advanced XML interface for accepting and processing
XML commands, allowing the implementation of a variety of service plans
and offerings.
z Offers three user-friendly ways of remote management—through a Web
interface, SNMP MIBs, and Telnet interfaces—allowing for scalable, large
public access deployments.
Platform Reliability
The HSG is designed as a network appliance, providing maximum uptime and
reliability unlike competitive offerings that use a server-based platform.