The KONA Macro IoT Gateway is an ideal solution for operators and enterprises that require a very scalable low cost LoRaWAN® gateway that minimizes network TCO while improving coverage and capacity. In order to facilitate rapid deployment, the gateway is designed to be extremely compact and light weight. With both the cellular modem and GPS antennas embedded internally the KONA Macro is targeted at network sites that dictate a small form factor and low power consumption.
Rated IP67 it is designed for the most demanding outdoor installations. The KONA Macro can be installed in various locations reducing site and deployment costs while addressing different vertical IoT applications.
TECHNICAL AND FUNCTIONAL SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
What is a Carrier Grade Design?
Carrier grade design refers to a system, hardware or software component that is extremely reliable, well tested and proven in its capabilities. Carrier grade systems are tested and engineered to meet or exceed “five nines” high availability standards, and provide very fast fault recovery through redundancy (normally less than 50 milliseconds).
The initial Carrier Grade requirements were focused on public wired and later wireless telecom infrastructures. Later the same Carrier Grade requirements were adopted to the critical infrastructures such as VoIP and the Internet at large.
The classic telecom Carrier Grade specifications focus on:
- Network Availability (so called 5 9s or 6 9s)
- Performance (best Key Performance Indicators for type of product)
- Security (product and network)
- Maintenance (operation and evolution).
For any product to meet Carrier Grade requirements there are many relative standards and product specifications they have to meet depending on the network and deployment. However, there are 12 key areas that any Carrier Grade product must address. The developers and operators should also understand the Carrier Grade LoRaWAN Gateway design implementation, specifications and their importance.
What mounting options does it have?
In order to facilitate rapid deployment, the gateway is designed to be extremely compact and light weight. Rated IP67 it is designed for the most demanding outdoor installations. The KONA Macro can be installed in various locations reducing site and deployment costs while addressing different vertical IoT applications. Quick and easy deployment made possible with custom mounting options, including utility pole, lamp post, tower, roof or wall mounts.
How do I update the software (BSP) on my gateway?
The software on your gateway can be easily updated using the Operations, Administration and Maintenance (OAM) features of the Kona Network Server or OAM Server.
What is an Ingress Protection rating (IP rating)?
An Ingress Protection Rating, or IP rating, is a standardized test for equipment against ingress of objects, dust, and water. Although it is necessary to limit entry of dust and water into equipment in an outdoor environment, this is far from sufficient.
IEC 60950-22 details the product design, evaluation, and test requirements necessary to ensure safe and reliable equipment when deployed outdoors and it is mandatory for equipment marketed for deployment outdoors.
