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Table of Contents
FAQ's .......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Backhaul FAQ Overview ...................................................................................................................... 1
Setup ................................................................................................................................................... 2
Default IP Address ........................................................................................................................ 2
Reset Process ............................................................................................................................... 4
Reset B5/B5c and B11 ........................................................................................................... 4
Reset B5-Lite ......................................................................................................................... 5
Serial Number Location ......................................................................................................... 7
Unlock Process ........................................................................................................................... 11
Change Unlock Country ....................................................................................................... 11
No CLI ......................................................................................................................................... 15
Performance ...................................................................................................................................... 16
MAC Throughput ......................................................................................................................... 16
Maximum Tx Power .................................................................................................................... 18
Maximum Tx Power Details ................................................................................................. 20
Tx Power Optimization ................................................................................................................ 22
SNR Required for each MCS ....................................................................................................... 24
Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) .................................................................................................... 25
Quality of Service (QoS) ............................................................................................................. 26
Calculating Link Latency ............................................................................................................. 28
Calculating TCP Performance ..................................................................................................... 29
Maximum Link Distance ............................................................................................................. 31
Spectrum Analysis ...................................................................................................................... 32
Auto Everything .......................................................................................................................... 33
Dual Link .................................................................................................................................... 35
Collocation ......................................................................................................................................... 36
GPS and Collocation ................................................................................................................... 36
Relay Site Connections ............................................................................................................... 38
Compatibility ..................................................................................................................................... 39
Radio Compatibility .................................................................................................................... 39
Antennas & Coaxial Cables ......................................................................................................... 40
B5c Compatibility ................................................................................................................ 40
B11 Compatibility ................................................................................................................ 42
Traffic Handling .......................................................................................................................... 43
VLAN Support ............................................................................................................................. 44
Paint ........................................................................................................................................... 45
Specifications .................................................................................................................................... 46
Supported Frequencies ............................................................................................................... 46
Supported Channel Widths ......................................................................................................... 47
Frequency Tolerance .................................................................................................................. 48
Receiver Sensitivity .................................................................................................................... 49
4.9 GHz Operation ...................................................................................................................... 50
Power over Ethernet (PoE) .......................................................................................................... 51
Collocation
Setup
● GPS and Collocation
● Default IP Address ● Relay Site Connections
● Unlock Process
Change Unlock Country
●
Compatibility
Reset
● Radio Compatibility
● Reset B5/B5c ● Traffic Handling
● Reset B5-Lite ● VLAN Support
● Serial Number Locations ● Antennas and Coaxial Cables
● Paint
Performance
Specifications
● MAC Throughput
● Maximum Tx Power ● Supported Frequencies
● Tx Power Optimization ● Supported Channel Widths
● SNR Required for each MCS ● Receiver Sensitivity
● Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) ● 4.9 GHz Operation
● Quality of Service (QoS) ● Power over Ethernet (PoE)
● Calculating Link Latency ● Hardware & Materials
● Calculating TCP Performance
Maximum Link Distance
●
Monitoring
● Spectrum Analyzer
● Auto Everything
● Cloud Connectivity Requirements
Default IP Address
Mimosa backhaul radios can be accessed either via the wired interface or the 2.4 GHz wireless interface (if
applicable). An internal bridge connects the two interfaces. Each interface is assigned a default IP address (see table
below), and both addresses respond via either interface. The wired interface can either be set manually to a static
IP or changed dynamically via DHCP. The wireless interface IP can not be changed.
Notes:
1. The wired Ethernet interface is configured by default to use DHCP with a static failover to the IP address
in the table below.
2. If applying power to the radio without populating the PoE Data port, the recovery page will be shown via
the wireless interface for 5 minutes. This behavior is normal and is a part of the Reset process. In this
case, the default wireless IP will be 192.168.26.1.
IP Address Discovery
Run the following command from the command line to discover the IP addresses of any directly connected Mimosa
devices. The string "20:B5:C6" is an Organizationally Unique Identifier (OUI), which is the first half of the MAC
address assigned to Mimosa devices. After executing the command, the IP address will be shown for each device.
Windows / DOS:
Port Scan
Run the following command from the command line to discover the port of any directly connected Mimosa devices.
This is especially useful if the port has been changed, and you do not remember the port number.
nmap 192.168.1.20
Related:
Backhaul Setup Overview - Detailed process for configuring your device
Accessing the Mimosa Cloud - Firewall adjustments for cloud monitoring (no NAT required)
Reset Process - Explains how to recover/reset a device if needed
This process is to restore the device to the factory state when the device is physically available. It replaces
a physical reset button and allows recovery without the need to climb a tower.
After factory reset, access the device with the default IP address, then follow the device unlock process again before
reuse.
It is also good practice to create a configuration backup such that it can be restored in the case of lost passwords.
This process is to restore the device to the factory state when the device is physically available.
Reset Button
After factory reset, access the device with the default IP address and password, then follow the device unlock
process again before reuse.
It is also good practice to create a configuration backup such that it can be restored in the case of lost passwords.
There are two ways to find the Serial number on a Mimosa radio:
1. On the back of the radio, you can find the serial number next to the QR code (see images below).
2. Within the user interface, you can find the serial number on the Dashboard under Device Details.
Process
This process describes how to obtain an unlock code for another country if the device is moved outside of the
original country, or if licensed mode is used:
1. Log into manage.mimosa.co
2. Click on your network name in the upper right hand corner.
3. Select Settings > Account.
4. Click on the "Choose a Network" drop-down list and select your network name.
6. In the dialog box that opens, select the new country to add.
7. Complete additional contact information.
8. If changing to a country with licensed operation ("[Country Name] Licensed"), agree to the Terms of Use and
click Add.
10. Choose the new unlock country from the "Country" drop-down list.
13. Reset the unlock code and enter the new unlock code to complete the process.
MAC Throughput
MAC throughput is shown on the Dashboard Signal Meter as "MAC Tx/Rx (Mbps)". The acronym MAC is short for
"Media Access Control", which is one of two sub-layers within Layer 2 of the Open Systems Interconnect (OSI)
model. Layer 2 is responsible for forward error correction and management of the channel (e.g. flow control,
collision prevention, and TDMA timing). These functions are necessary for the network to operate properly, but they
add processing overhead which results in lower throughput than at the PHY (Layer 1).
8 ms 90 %
4 ms 80 %
2 ms 70 %
Example:
Note: The built-in Bandwidth test on the radio (Diagnostics > Tests > Bandwidth) displays UDP results,
which should closely match the MAC Throughput shown on the Dashboard. The UDP protocol is
connection-less and unidirectional, whereas the TCP protocol requires bi-directional communication and
acknowledgements (ACK) from the remote host in response to a transmission.
Related:
Calculating TCP Performance - Understanding and optimizing for TCP traffic
TDMA Configuration - Link Configuration in Backhaul User Guide
B5/B5c 1 30 30 27
2 27 24* 21
FD 24 24 21
B5-Lite 1 23 23 20
B11 1/FD 27 27 24
2 27 24 21
* With the B5/B5c, single channel mode has a 3 dB advantage over dual channel mode. This is because
two channels (four chains) are combined internally with the same frequency and phase.
The equations for calculating the maximum Tx power for each band are the following:
One Channel:
Max Tx Power (dBm) = EIRP limit (dBm) - Antenna Gain (dBi)
Two Channels:
Max Tx Power (dBm) = EIRP limit (dBm) - Antenna Gain (dBi) - 3 dBm
Example 1 - B5c, 30 dBi, 2 Channels, U-NII-1:
The limits in the chart above for U-NII-1 are currently 40 dBm. After entering the 30 dBi antenna gain on the B5c, Tx
power will be limited to 7 dBm (40 dBm - 30 dBi - 3 dBm).
Example 2 - B5c, 30 dBi, 1 Channel, U-NII-2:
The limits in the chart above for U-NII-2 are currently 30 dBm. After entering the 30 dBi antenna gain on the B5c, Tx
power will be limited to 0 dBm (30 dBm - 30 dBi).
Related:
Backhaul FAQ: Should Tx Power be set to maximum?
Total Power
30 dBm
Channel 1 Channel 2
30 dBm NA
27 dBm 27 dBm NA NA
2 Channels
Total Power
27 dBm
Channel 1 Channel 2
24 dBm 24 dBm
FD Mode
Total Power
24 dBm
Channel 1 Channel 2
24 dBm NA
21 dBm 21 dBm NA NA
B5-Lite
1 Channel
Total Power
23 dBm
Channel 1 Channel 2
23 dBm NA
20 dBm 20 dBm NA NA
B11
1 Channel
Total Power
27 dBm
Channel 1 Channel 2
27 dBm NA
24 dBm 24 dBm NA NA
2 Channels
Total Power
27 dBm
Channel 1 Channel 2
24 dBm 24 dBm
Background
A theoretical amplifier would apply gain (the output to input power ratio) linearly to any input signal. For instance, a
10 dB amplifier should amplify a 0 dBm signal to 10 dBm, a 10 dBm signal to 20 dBm, and so on. However, typical
amplifiers are not perfectly linear for all input power. Above a certain power level, the input signal begins to distort
during amplification (in the Compression Region). A distorted output signal from a transmitter is more difficult for
the receiver to interpret, leading to higher EVM and lower MCS.
Recommendations
If the link is short (high Rx Signal Strength), or if SNR is high, select lower Tx Power to allow the transmitting
amplifier to operate within it's Linear Region and avoid distortion in the Compression Region.
If the link is long (low Rx Signal Strength), or if SNR is low, select higher Tx Power and accept some distortion in
favor of higher SNR. This is because SNR at the receiver limits the MCS more than the distortion from the Tx
amplifier.
The table below shows the maximum recommended Tx Power settings for a given SNR to achieve the highest MCS
index. Auto Everything dynamically adjusts Tx Power, or these steps should be followed in manual mode:
1. Note the lowest SNR on Dashboard > MIMO Status.
2. Find the SNR in the first column of the table below.
3. Set Tx Power to a value in the second or third column, depending on the number of channels used.
1-14 27 30
15-18 26 29
19-24 25 28
25-28 24 27
29-40 23 26
Related:
Backhaul FAQ: What is the sensitivity for each MCS index?
0 100.0 Poor
-5 56.2 Poor
-15 17.8 OK
BE 0 0-31 0-7 20
BK 1 32-63 8-15 10
BK 2 64-95 16-23 10
BE 3 96-127 24-31 20
VI 4 128-159 32-39 30
VI 5 160-191 40-47 30
VO 6 192-223 48-55 40
VO 7 224-255 56-63 40
where,
BK = Background (lowest priority)
BE = Best Effort
VI = Video
VO = Voice (highest priority)
Link Latency
Product Applicability: B5/B5c, B5-Lite
Link latency is the delay between the time a packet enters the local radio and exits the remote radio in one
direction. In many cases, constraining latency across one link (or more) is a requirement for providing services such
as VoIP that are more sensitive to packet arrival times.
Average link latency is configured with the TDMA Window Size. Available options include 2, 4, and 8 ms. Operators
should take into account the total number of hops when setting TDMA Window Size to ensure that total latency
meets requirements.
In practice, the average latency (in the presence of noise and resulting retries) in one direction is 1.25 * the TDMA
Window Size:
1-Way Latency (ms) = 1.25 * TDMA Window Size (2/4/8 ms)
For example, 2 hops (back-to-back links) with a 4 ms TDMA Window would result in 10 ms average latency (2 hops *
4 ms * 1.25 = 10 ms) in one direction.
Latency tests are usually performed from a command line or embedded interface with the ping command, which
returns the round trip time (RTT) across the link and back. The implication is that ping results will be double of the 1-
Way Latency.
Round Trip Time (ms) = 2.5 * TDMA Window Size (2/4/8 ms)
Note that RF interference, and resulting packet errors (indicated as PER on the Dashboard), can lead to retries and
more round-trips to complete a ping.
Asymmetric TDMA Traffic splits (75/25 or 25/75) have a negligible affect on RTT since the total time always adds up
to one full cycle.
TCP Performance
Mimosa Backhaul radios are designed to pass many data streams, and although a Mimosa link may have a full
gigabit of capacity, a single TCP stream will not saturate the link. However, multiple TCP streams can saturate the
link, and better represent typical backhaul applications where multiple TCP streams occur asynchronously. This can
be demonstrated by comparing single and multiple streams when testing throughput with iPerf. The reasons for this
difference are described below.
● Packet loss can occur on Ethernet between hosts and Mimosa radios due to cabling or port problems, the
amount of which is detected and reported by most commercial routers. Packet loss can also occur on routers
due to lack of QoS policies, or in the presence of rate-limits that may be applied.
Calculating Maximum TCP Throughput (Single TCP Stream)
This formula can be used to calculate the maximum TCP throughput for a single stream given TCP Window size and
Latency:
TCP Throughput (bps) = TCP Window Size (bits) / Latency (seconds)
Example (64 KB TCP Window Size, 10 ms Latency)
1. Take the TCP Window Size in KB and convert to bits in Base 2 (binary):
64 KB * 1024 bytes/KB * 8 bits/Byte = 524288 bits
2. Take the latency in milliseconds and convert to seconds:
10 ms / 1000 ms/sec = 0.010 sec
3. Substitute the results from above into the original equation:
Throughput (bps) = 524288 bits / 0.010 seconds = 52428800 bps or 52.4 Mbps
Auto Everything
Product Applicability: B5/B5c, B5-Lite
Auto Everything (AE) is a feature that makes automatic adjustments to link settings (channels, channel width,
transmit power, and single or dual channel modes) in response to changes in the RF spectrum with the goal
of achieving balance between link reliability and capacity. The algorithm calculates prospective quality of
available channels, and then ranks each based on the expected achievable link rate at the physical layer (PHY).
Auto Everything comprises the following four sub-processes:
● INITIAL SETUP - Upon powering the radios, the Access Point (AP) is automatically set to a 1x20 MHz channel and
then attempts to associate with the Station. Upon association, a quick channel analysis is initiated to find the
clearest channels within the available spectrum. The radios are then set to use the best channel(s).
● HEALTH CHECK - Monitors channel quality in the background frequently (HEALTH CHECK) and changes channels
if the link consistently has a high Packet Error Rate (PER). If the HEALTH CHECK fails, the radio will change to
the next best available channels from the list generated during full analysis.
● CONSTANT OPTIMIZATION - Changes to better channels (higher PHY rate), when available, even if the current
channels have sufficiently low PER. Optimization often also involves increasing channel width, and/or changing
from single channel to dual channel mode.
● POWER SELECTION - Calculates and sets optimal transmit power while complying with regulatory restrictions.
Frequency of Channel Changes
● Interference: If the link experiences high PER consistently for approximately 2 minutes, the Access Point will
select the best alternative channel(s). If link health is still poor after the first change, Auto Everything will
continue to select the next best channel from its spectrum options. It will continue to do this 6 times, for a total
of 12 minutes. If after 12 minutes, it still cannot find a channel with sufficiently low PER, it will revert to INITIAL
SETUP mode and attempt to associated on a clean 1x20 channel.
● Clearer Channel Identification: Auto Everything strives to keep the radio on the clearest channel or channels.
Auto Everything performs background scans and monitors those channels which have considerably better
conditions than the existing channels in preparation for their need. When channel change is induced due
to finding a clearer channel (and not due to interference), the channel change occurs after ten background
analysis cycles because the change is a non-critical improvement to link health.
Channel Analysis
Auto Everything calculates expected throughput for each channel using spectrum data from both sides of the link.
The AP periodically pulls analysis data from the STATION and selects channels that are clear for both radios. If Auto
Everything is unable to find a mutually clean channel for both sides of a link, it will choose a 1x FD mode. Channel
analysis runs as a background process which constantly updates the list of good channels based on changes in
spectrum.
Adjustment to B5c EIRP
Auto Everything will recalculate the maximum allowed transmit power based upon the antenna gain (B5c only). Any
change to antenna gain (Wireless > Channel & Power > Channel & Power Settings > Antenna Gain) will cause AE to
recalculate the new max allowed transmit power during channel analysis.
Dual Link
Product Applicability: B5, B5c, B11
Upon sensing interference on one channel that would cause the entire link to reduce modulation, the Dual Link
feature dynamically routes traffic to the channel with the lower packet error rate (PER) to improve noise immunity
and prevent packet loss.
This is accomplished by turning off the receive chains on the channel that is suffering the most (in two channel
mode). This allows the radio to receive at the highest MCS rate on the channel with lower interference, and the radio
continues to transmit on both channels.
The B5, B5c and B11 include an integrated receiver that receives signals from both GPS and GLONASS satellites.
This effectively doubles the number of available satellites to obtain a lock over a pure GPS receiver. The receiver is
able to provide accurate latitude and longitude information that you may use in conjunction with Mimosa Cloud
Services to show the position of your devices overlaid on a map for planning and management purposes.
The GPS/GLONASS receiver is also required for timing synchronization to allow TDMA timing slots to operate
correctly between devices. GPS timing alone is not sufficient to achieve this, as over time the accuracy is
compromised and synchronization between devices will drift. To ensure reliable time synchronization, the product
includes a GPS-Disciplined Oscillator (GPS-DO) with 3 ppb (parts per billion), or 40 ns accuracy. This allows devices
to stay synchronized from a timing perspective without requiring any form of communication with nearby radios or
to the cloud. This also means that even if there are multiple users of Mimosa radios in a single site, that these can
also be synchronized for TDMA operation.
Note that the B5-Lite does not include a GPS receiver.
What are the guidelines for collocation with other Mimosa radios?
Up to four (4) Mimosa B5, B5c or B11 radios are designed work together on the same tower, even on the same
channel(s), because they are synchronized via GPS. We recommend 80-90° angular separation and equal Rx power
per site for maximum performance.
Related:
TDMA and Collocation Synchronization White Paper - Collocation planning and examples
There is a small amount of memory within each of the radio's transmit buffer queue. If both radios are receiving at
the same time, they forward packets out to Ethernet, which will go in the other radio's transmit queue. When it
comes time to transmit, data frames are taken from the Ethernet transmit queue, the appropriate wireless
aggregation is applied, and then the packets are sent over-the-air.
B5-Lite
The B5-Lite is not compatible with the B5 or B5c because the B5-Lite does not contain GPS for timing, and has 45
degree dual-slant polarization.
B11
The B11 is compatible with other Mimosa B11 radios only.
Tip: Some antennas that are rated for “5 GHz” may not cover the entire band. It is common to see
antennas that are specified to work from 5.45 to 5.85 GHz. They may not operate well, or at all, outside of
their specified range of operation.
Please follow the cable manufacturer's recommended bend radius guideline to prevent damage that could lead to
additional loss.
Traffic Handling
Layer 2 Bridge
Mimosa Backhaul products are designed to operate as a Layer 2 transparent bridge (a virtual wire) for maximum
performance. The radios simply pass all traffic, regardless of type. However, they do support traffic prioritization
with four (4) quality of service (QoS) queues.
Multicast
Mimosa Backhaul radios function as a transparent Layer 2 bridge and forward all multicast traffic (i.e. 224.0.0.5 all
OSPF routers, 224.0.0.6 all DRs, etc.). They do not perform IGMP snooping to first determine if receiver(s) are on the
far end of the network.
Jumbo Frames
The default MTU size is 1500 bytes, but there is no MTU adjustment on the UI. Mimosa backhaul radios support
"baby jumbo" frames up to 3200 bytes without fragmentation in certain modes and modulation levels.
IPsec Tunnels
Mimosa Backhaul radios function as a transparent Layer 2 bridge and forward all traffic including IPsec. The radio
does not participate in IPsec connections and does not act as a VPN termination point. The radio can be configured
to use HTTPS and a VLAN ID for more secure management, however.
Related:
Quality of Service (QOS) - Traffic prioritization queues
VLAN - Management VLAN
VLAN Support
Management VLAN
Mimosa Backhaul radios support the use of a VLAN ID for management.
VLAN Passthrough
Mimosa Backhaul products are designed to operate as a Layer 2 transparent bridge (a virtual wire) for maximum
performance. The radios simply pass all traffic, regardless of type, including other VLAN IDs.
B5 5150-5875 MHz
Related:
Antenna Compatibility - B5c antenna compatibility and coaxial cable recommendations
Managing Exclusions and Restrictions - Setting Exclusions and Viewing Restrictions for a Regulatory Domain
4.9 GHz Operation - Support for the Public Safety Band
To provide an example of the flexibility this approach, if planning a link requiring 40 MHz of channel width, this could
be either configured as a single 40 MHz channel, or 2 x 20 MHz channels. The 2 x 20 MHz channels would be a good
option if a clean contiguous 40 MHz of spectrum is unavailable and some resiliency to RF interference is desired,
particularly in regions where DFS is a requirement.
Frequency Diversity (FD) modes allow different Tx channels on each side of a link. This is useful when there isn't a
channel that is mutually suitable for both sides.
Related:
Using TDMA-FD Mode - Application note describing how to apply FD mode in challenging spectrum.
Frequency Tolerance
Product Applicability: B11
FCC Title 47 (CFR 101.107) states that the Frequency Tolerance limit is 0.005% for the 10.7-11.7 GHz band. The
Mimosa B11 Backhaul frequency tolerance is 5e-9 (or 0.0000005%), which is 10,000 times lower than the specified
limit. This was accomplished through use of a high precision oven-controlled crystal oscillator (OCXO), which is
further disciplined to GPS with up to 1.56 ppb (1.6e-9) clock accuracy.
Channel Selection
The 4.9 GHz band provides 50 MHz of spectrum in which to operate, with up to 20 MHz per channel.
Note: The Channel & Power page will not show the 4.9 GHz band as available unless a 20 MHz channel
option is selected. With all other channel options, the 4.9 GHz band will show a restriction (red bar below
the band).
Product Compatibility
Licensed operation in the 4.9 GHz band is possible with the either the B5c or the B5-Lite. The B5c must be paired
with an antenna that supports 4.9 GHz operation. The B5-Lite integrated antenna supports this frequency range.
The B5 integrated antenna was designed for operation within 5150-5875 MHz, so is not suitable for this application.
Licensed Operation
Provided that you have a license to operate in the public safety band, you must choose "US Licensed" as the country
during the unlock process.
Related:
Unlock Process - Apply a unique unlock code to your backhaul radio
Changing the Unlock Code - How to apply a different unlock code for licensed operation
Backhaul Supported Frequencies - Frequency ranges supported by each product
Backhaul Supported Channel Widths - Channel(s) and channel width(s) supported by each product
combinations below will work so long as the Ethernet signal pairs are connected per the wiring standard.
Ethernet Wiring and Signals 4-Pair PoE Options 2-Pair PoE Options
1 3 2 DA+ + + + - - - + + + - NA NA - NA NA - NA NA
2 3 2 DA- + + + - - - + + + - NA NA - NA NA - NA NA
3 2 3 DB+ + - - + - + - NA NA + + + NA - NA NA - NA
4 1 1 DC+ - + - - + + NA - NA NA - NA + + + NA NA -
5 1 1 DC- - + - - + + NA - NA NA - NA + + + NA NA -
6 2 3 DB- + - - + - + - NA NA + + + NA - NA NA - NA
7 4 4 DD+ - - + + + - NA NA - NA NA - NA NA - + + +
8 4 4 DD- - - + + + - NA NA - NA NA - NA NA - + + +
Related:
Product Specifications: B5, B5c, B5-Lite, B11
Enclosure Ratings
The IP is short for International Protection Marking described in IEC standard 60529. This standard classifies and
rates the degree of protection provided against the intrusion of solid objects and liquids into electrical enclosures.
The two numbers that follow are used to specify the degree of protection. The higher the number, the better the
protection. The first number refers to protection against solid objects. The second number refers to protection
against against liquids.
Protective Vent
Product Applicability: B5/B5c, B11
The protective vent on the bottom of the B5/B5c is designed to reduce stress on the enclosure seals by constantly
equalizing the difference in pressure between the inside of the enclosure and the immediate environment. The vent
works by allowing air and other gases to pass through its microporous ePTFE membrane freely but stops liquids, dirt
and other contaminants from entering the enclosure.
Mounting Hardware
Product Applicability: B5/B5c, B5-Lite, B11
Mounting hardware is provided standard for both the B5/B5c, B5-Lite and B11.
The B5 Bracket Assembly and Pole Mount included with the B5 are made from galvanized steel. Each are coated first
with zinc for corrosion protection, and then a white powder coat is applied. The bolts used to attach the Pole Mount
may cause surface scratches to the white powder coat, but will not impact the corrosion resistance given the two
layers of protective coatings. Mimosa does not recommend the use of additional washers. Screws holding on the
back cover are stainless steel.
The B5c hardware is made from stainless steel, including the hose clamps, ground screw, and cover screws.
The B5-Lite hardware is made from stainless steel, including the hose clamp and ground screw.
The B11 hardware is made from stainless steel.
Gasket Materials
Product Applicability: B5/B5c, B11
The orange gasket on the B5c is made from non-latex silicone rubber with Shore A 40 durometer. It was specifically
selected to seal the case without causing deformation between the polymeric and metal portions of the enclosure.
Silicone rubber has excellent weatherability properties and better resists fungus, chemicals, ozone, and UV than
natural rubber compounds.
The black gaskets inside the IP67 gland are made of EPDM (also a synthetic rubber). EPDM also has excellent
weatherability characteristics, and is commonly used in weather seals and roofing membranes.
B5c
1. Follow the Radio Unlock process.
2. Follow the B5c Mounting and Grounding process.
3. Follow the IP67 Cable Gland Installation process.
4. Follow the POE Connection process.
5. Follow the B5c Antenna Connection process.
6. Follow the Backhaul Setup process.
7. Follow the Backhaul RF Tuning process.
B5-Lite
1. Follow the Radio Unlock process.
2. Follow the B5-Lite Mounting and Grounding process.
3. Follow the POE Connection process.
4. Follow the Backhaul Setup process.
5. Follow the Backhaul RF Tuning process.
B11
1. Follow the Radio Unlock process.
2. Follow the B11 Mounting and Grounding process.
3. Follow the IP67 Cable Gland Installation process.
4. Follow the POE Connection process.
5. Follow the Backhaul Setup process.
6. Follow the Backhaul RF Tuning process.
The radio unlock process provides genuine product assurance and provides the ability to track and monitor your
radio easily over the web.
Follow these steps to unlock a radio:
1. Create a Mimosa Cloud account (or log in if already registered)
2. Scan the QR-code on the box, or visit mimosa.co/start from any device (PC or mobile device).
3. Enter the device serial number at mimosa.co/start to obtain an unlock code.*
4. Log into the radio using the default IP address.
5. Type the unlock code (without dashes) on the radio, and then click the Unlock button.
6. Repeat steps 2-5 for each radio. Note that Unlock codes are unique for each serial number.
* Accounts operating B5-Lite radios must also follow the SMS Country Verification process. This is a one-
time requirement per account (not per device).
Note: The unlock code is unique and reusable for one radio. If a radio is reset to factory defaults, the same code can
be entered again on the same radio to unlock it without having to visit mimosa.co/start.
Related:
SMS Country Verification - Required for accounts operating the B5-Lite
Change Unlock Country - Replacing an existing unlock code for another regulatory domain
Step 2 - Enter your mobile telephone number, and click "Send SMS".
Related:
Unlock Process - Apply a unique unlock code to your Mimosa Backhaul product.
2. Remove the two nuts from the same side of the Pole Mount. Feed the bolts through the Bracket Assembly with
one bolt through the fixed hole, and the other bolt through the slotted arc. Thread the two nuts onto the bolts
on the outside of the Bracket Assembly, and then tighten loosely (some adjustment is required in a later step).
3. Slide the Pole Mount over the top of the pole as shown in the diagram, rotate the mount around the pole as
needed, and then tighten the bolts on the opposite side of the mount to secure. If the top of the pole is
obstructed or inaccessible, disassemble the other side of the Pole Mount and then reassemble it around the
pole.
4. Aim the radio using physical Elevation and Azimuth movements, then check and tighten each of the bolts until
secure.
5. Attach a 6 mm2 (10 AWG) ground wire with a maximum length of 1 m (3.3 feet) between the Bracket Assembly
of the B5 and a suitable grounding location on the tower or structure. The provided grounding screw is M5 x
6mm.
Related:
B5 Specifications - See specification sheet section entitled, "Physical" for additional mounting hardware details.
Hardware & Materials - Details about what materials are used in each provided part.
1. Insert the open end of each provided Hose Clamp through the slots on the back of the B5c, around the pole
and then back into the worm gear (screw portion) of the Hose Clamp. Use a medium sized flat screwdriver to
tighten the Hose Clamp to the pole.
2. Attach a 6 mm2 (10 AWG) ground wire with a maximum length of 1 m (3.3 feet) to the grounding hole on the
back of the B5c and a suitable grounding location on the tower or structure. The provided grounding screw is
M5 x 6mm.
Optionally, the bottom portion of the J-mount tube can be separated from the Bracket Assembly and affixed
securely to a commercially available crossover plate with u-bolts, or a traffic camera clamp kit. The J-mount
tube is 38.1 mm (1.5 inches) in diameter.
3. Attach a 6 mm2 (10 AWG) ground wire between the B5-Lite and a suitable grounding location. The provided
grounding screw is M5 x 6mm.
4. Prepare the Ethernet Cabling (not included) and provided protective boot. Push shielded CAT6 cable through
hole in the bottom of the boot, applying the provided dielectric silicone around base of boot around cable
entry. Crimp a metal RJ45 connector to the CAT6 cable and ensure that the cable shield makes contact with
the metal shroud on the RJ45 connector. Apply dielectric silicone around top lip of boot. Pull CAT6 cable back
through boot leaving enough to connect to device. Apply a small amount of dielectric silicone to pins. Insert
the cable into the RJ45 receptacle and attach the boot to the radio body.
5. Aim the radio using physical Elevation and Azimuth adjustments on the J-Mount, then check and tighten each
of the 10 mm hex nuts until secure.
Related:
B11 Specifications - See specification sheet section entitled, "Physical" for additional mounting hardware details.
Hardware & Materials - Details about what materials are used in each provided part.
PoE Connections
This process ensures the proper PoE connection to a power source, the radio and the LAN.
1. Connect the provided power cable between the power over Ethernet (PoE) adapter and a power source. A
surge protector can be installed between the PoE and the power source, but it is not required.
2. Connect a shielded CAT6 Ethernet cable between the Ethernet port labeled "POE" on the GigE PoE adapter and
the radio.
3. Connect a shielded CAT6 Ethernet cable between the Ethernet port labeled "LAN" on the GigE PoE adapter and
the LAN side of your network, which is typically a switch or router.
Related:
LED Status Indicators - External LED behavior based on device status.
This process ensures that the Ethernet cable is properly secured to the radio and protected from dust and
moisture.
Note 1: To remove the IP67 Cable gland, follow these instructions in reverse. Failure to remove the rubber
grommet (Step 5) before disconnecting the body of the IP67 Gland from the radio's locking connector
(Step 4), will result in torsional strain to the Ethernet connector.
Note 2: Due to the advantages of Mimosa’s IP67 rated cable sealing gland, the application of dielectric
grease to the Ethernet connector or cable gland is neither suggested nor recommended.
Process
1. Separate the IP67 Cable gland into its three parts by unscrewing the body from the cap (with rubber
grommet). Remove the rubber grommet and set it aside.
2. Pass the cap, then body over the end of a shielded CAT6 Ethernet cable.
3. Insert the CAT6 Ethernet cable into the radio's Ethernet port.
4. Connect the body of the IP67 Gland to the radio's locking connector by twisting it in a clockwise direction until
it clicks into place. Do NOT overtighten.
5. Place the rubber grommet around the Ethernet cable and squeeze into the body of the IP67 Gland until snug
and flush with the Gland bottom.
6. Screw the cap onto the base of the IP67 Gland body, covering the grommet, until it comes to an effective stop.
This process ensures that the SFP is properly secured to the radio and protected from dust and moisture.
Note: To remove the IP67 gland, follow these instructions in reverse. Failure to remove the rubber
grommet (Step 6) before disconnecting the body of the IP67 gland from the radio's locking connector (Step
5), will result in torsional strain to the Ethernet connector.
Mimosa has qualified the following SFP media adapters for use with the Fiber port:
● Avago AFBR-5710APZ, 850 nm multi-mode IEEE 802.3 Gigabit Ethernet (1.25GBd) - 1000BaseSX
● Avago AFBR-5715ALZ, 850 nm multi-mode IEEE 802.3 Gigabit Ethernet (1.25GBd) - 1000BaseSX
● Finisar FTLF8519P3BTL 850 nm multi-mode Gigabit Ethernet (1.25GBd) - 1000BaseSX
● Finisar FTLF1318P3BTL 1310 nm single mode Gigabit Ethernet (1.25GBd) - 1000BaseSX
Process
1. Separate the IP67 gland into its three parts by unscrewing the body from the cap (with rubber grommet).
Remove the rubber grommet and set it aside.
2. Insert the SFP module's electrical interface into the receptacle with light finger pressure.
3. Pass the cap, then body over the end of the fiber.
4. Insert the fiber into the SFP fiber port.
5. Connect the body of the IP67 gland to the radio's locking connector by twisting it in a clockwise direction until
it clicks into place. Do NOT overtighten.
6. Place the rubber grommet around the fiber and squeeze into the body of the IP67 gland until snug and flush
with the gland bottom.
7. Screw the cap onto the based of the IP67 gland body, covering the grommet, until it comes to an effective
stop.
8. Press a protective hose (not supplied) over the barbed end of the IP67 gland.
9. Activate the Fiber port to carry data: Preferences > Management > Network Interfaces.
1. Connect two coaxial cables with Type-N connectors between the B5c and the antenna. Each cable represents
a horizontal or vertical polarity.
2. Once secured mechanically, wrap the connectors with the provided Mastic tape in the clockwise direction to
protect against moisture ingress.
3. Connect the two coaxial cables to the antenna, ensuring that the horizontal and vertical polarizations are
connected between the radio and antenna in the same way on both sides of the link (H-H and V-V). Link
performance may be degraded if coaxial cables are swapped between polarizations on one side of the
link. Once secured mechanically, wrap the connectors with the provided Mastic tape in the clockwise direction
to protect against moisture ingress.
Example Antenna Connections
Note: Some antenna inputs are not labeled, or have numbered inputs (e.g. 0 and 1). In this case, consult
the antenna manufacturer's documentation to determine the polarization of each input, and ensure that
the cables are connected between the radio and antenna in the same way on both sides of the link.
Backhaul Setup
This overview is intended to assist the user with preliminary radio setup and link tests prior to deployment.
Notes:
● Internet access is required to access firmware, unlock codes, and online help resources.
● Radios must have a good GPS signal to communicate with each other. If configuring radios indoors,
Mimosa recommends either moving the radios near a window/skylight, or employing a GPS repeater
that forwards GPS signals from outdoors to indoors.
● Care should be taken when setting power levels during indoor tests. Turn the radios away from one
another, separate them by 2 m (>6 feet), and turn the TX Power level down to avoid saturating the
receivers. See Indoor Test Methods for more information.
● If the radio is connected to a DHCP server, the default IP addresses shown below will be different.
● Enter an SSID that for the link between the two radios.
● Enter an Encryption Key (Passphrase) for the link between the two radios.
10. Choose operating frequencies.
● Navigate to Wireless > Channel & Power > Channel & Power Settings.
● Choose a desired Channel Width.
● Choose a desired Center Frequency.
● Set Tx Power to desired level.
The radios should then associate. If configured properly, the Dashboard will show a Wireless Status of Connected.
Warning: Never connect two B5c radios directly without attenuators. This can damage the receivers and
will void the warranty.
Related:
Backhaul FAQ: Should Tx Power be set to maximum?
Site Survey
Perform a Site Survey to identify the 802.11 mode, frequency, channel width and signal strength of all AP’s that you
radio detects. Knowing what other devices and device types are in the immediate proximity is important for
collocation of multiple radios, as well as selecting an appropriate channel. More information
Spectrum Analyzer
The next step is to select a channel with the least amount of interference. This is important because throughput
absolutely depends on the signal to noise ratio (SNR). The Spectrum Analyzer can be accessed from either the
Dashboard or by clicking on the Channel & Power page. It actively scans the 5 GHz band to report on interference
sources that may impact link performance by frequency, amplitude, and probability of recurrence. Note that the
Spectrum Analyzer is one of several tools used to measure RF performance, and that you can not depend on it
solely for optimal channel selection. More information
Tx Power Settings
The Maximum transmit power is limited by several factors including the number of channels and the selected
channel. Your regulatory domain may limit the maximum EIRP for certain frequency ranges. On very short links,
decrease Tx power to avoid saturating the receiver.
Antenna Gain Settings
Antenna Gain is fixed on B5 and B5-Lite backhaul radios, so no antenna gain entry field is shown. However, Antenna
Gain is configurable on the B5c because it can be paired with antennas which have various gain values. The
Antenna Gain value is used for two purposes:
1. To limit the maximum Tx power for each channel based on regulatory domain rules in your country.
2. To calculate the Rx Signal target on the Dashboard. The target will be incorrect if the gain value is inaccurate.
More information
Dashboard
Performance Graphs
The Dashboard Performance panel contains two graphs (IP Throughput and PHY PER) that can each be selected by
clicking on the circles at the bottom of the graph. Verify that the PER is below 2% on average after association. More
information
MIMO Status
The Dashboard MIMO Status tables show the SNR per chain and the MCS per stream. If the SNR is low for a
particular channel, try changing channels or move to a smaller channel width. Note that PER and SNR are inversely
proportional. More information
Videos
B5 Hardware Installation Video
Videos
Unboxing
Logging In
After connecting via one of the three access methods, the GUI will prompt you to log-in with a password. The
default password is "mimosa", and should be changed immediately after login to protect your network since it gives
the user read / write priveleges. The password can be changed within the Preferences > General > Set Password
panel of the GUI.
If you are looking for the Mimosa Cloud Log In process, please see Manage User Guide: Logging In.
On the left navigation pane, there are four prominent sections: Overview, Wireless, Preferences, and Diagnostics.
Each of these sections contains one or more links to pages containing task-related data, controls, and tools used to
administer the radio…and you can return the Dashboard at any time by clicking on the Dashboard link in the
Overview section.
The pin in the top corner of the left navigation pane allows you to "pin" open the navigation menu for easier access.
Else, the menu contracts to provide more workspace within the GUI. Note that the 2.4 GHz Console menu item is not
present on the B5-Lite.
The Dashboard
The Dashboard contains several panels used to group related items. The status panel at the top of the page shows
the link SSID, the link status, GPS signal quality*, Link Uptime since association, and Link Availability since the last
reboot. Two of the values on this panel contain an information icon that shows more information when you click or
hover over it with your mouse cursor. On other panels, detailed help text can be found by clicking on the
information icon in the upper right hand corner.
* Applies to B5/B5c and B11 only; does not apply to B5-Lite.
Note that the target signal level will be incorrect if the antenna gain value is inaccurate (B5c).
Tip: Use a pen (or a piece of tape) to place an alignment mark on both the antenna mount and the
mounting pole. The gap between the marks will serve as a visual aid to show how far the antenna has
turned in either direction.
The Packet Error Rate (PER) is the number of packets with errors divided by the total number of packets sent within
a 5-second period. Ideally, this value should be below 2%, while higher values indicate the presence of interference.
Tx PER is an indication that the local radio did not receive an ACK from the remote radio, so is forced to retransmit
the same information again. Rx PER is a value sent from the remote radio to the local radio in management frames.
Note: PER will be higher upon initial association, and will usually settle within 30-60 seconds. This is
because association requires that the radios “listen” more carefully for their link partner until they are
linked, and this listening period is subject to more interference until Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and
Rate Adaptation (RA) adjust parameters to accommodate the conditions. PER values are exchanged
between radios asynchronously, so the values may not match exactly when referencing both radios at the
same time.
● Last Reboot: The date and time at which each device last rebooted.
Chains
The Chains table contains 6 values: Tx Power, Rx Power, Rx Noise, SNR, Center Frequency and Polarization. Each
channel is assigned two chains (horizontal and vertical). If two channels are selected, Channel 1 uses Chains 1 & 2,
while Channel 2 uses Chains 3 & 4.
Tx Power can be shared evenly (preferred), or unevenly (if necessary), between channels. The Tx power
per channel is divided evenly per chain. Example: 4 dBm Tx power on Channel 1 results in 1 dBm each on
Chains 1 & 2.
Rx Power is the incoming signal level from the remote radio. Larger values are better (e.g. -50 dBm is better than -
60 dBm).
Rx Noise is a combination of the thermal noise floor plus interference detected by the local radio. Smaller values are
better (e.g. -90 dBm is better than -80 dBm). Noise sources can be either in close proximity to the local radio, or
they can be remote transmitters pointed back at the local radio.
The signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) is the difference between the Rx Power and Rx Noise, and is a measure of how well
the local receiver can detect signals from the remote transmitter and clearly discern them from noise. Higher
values are better (e.g. 30 dB is better than 10 dB).
If two channels are selected, you may observe that SNR is much lower on one channel than the other. This could be
because the Tx Power is set lower on the remote transmitter, or because of higher interference levels on the
channel. To resolve this, increase Tx Power or change the channel that has lower SNR.
Chains 1 & 3 have horizontal polarization, and Chains 2 & 4 have vertical polarization. Chains with the same
polarization are combined internal to the radio before exiting to the antenna connectors.
Streams
The Streams table contains the Tx MCS index, Tx PHY rate, Rx MCS index, Rx PHY rate, and the Rx EVM for each
stream.
The Tx MCS is an indicator of how well the remote radio can receive data from the local transmitter. The Rx MCS
indicates how well the local radio is receiving data from the remote transmitter.
The Modulation Coding Scheme (MCS) represents how much data can be sent at a time, so directly affects
potential throughput represented by the PHY rate. The higher the MCS index (ranging from 0-9), the more
data that can be sent per transmission. A disadvantages of higher MCS indices is that they require higher
SNR since they are more vulnerable to noise.
The Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) indicates the difference between the actual and expected amplitude and phase of
an incoming signal. Smaller values are better (e.g. -30 dB is better than -10 dB).
Rate Adaptation dynamically adjusts both the MCS and the number of streams depending on RF conditions. Poor RF
conditions (i.e. interference) causes PER to increase. PER and MCS are inversely correlated meaning that as PER
increases, MCS decreases and vice versa.
Single channel mode usually uses 2 streams, but may drop to one stream if RF conditions are poor. Dual channel
mode uses up to 4 streams. You may also see the number of streams change periodically because of tests that
Rate Adaptation performs to optimize performance. This is expected and normal.
Related:
Backhaul FAQ: What SNR is required for each MCS?
Backhaul FAQ: What is the sensitivity for each MCS index?
Related:
Backhaul FAQ: What SNR is required for each MCS?
Backhaul FAQ: What is the sensitivity for each MCS index?
Backhaul FAQ: What's a good EVM?
Note: Buttons on the upper right of the graph show the spectrum for the local radio, the remote radio or a
combined view.
B5-Lite
● Auto Everything - Automatically configure channel, channel width and power to optimize performance based on
spectrum data.
● Channel Width (MHz) - In Manual Mode, choose the channel width (20, 40, or 80 MHz).
● Maximum Channel Width (MHz) - Select the maximum channel width Auto Everything is allowed to use. The
decision for single or dual channel modes will be made automatically. Smaller channel widths may also be
selected based on RF conditions. Auto Everything is designed to maintain the highest link bandwidth while
maintaining link stability.
● Center Frequency - In Off (Manual) mode, select the center frequency of the channel used on the link. In all
modes, the center frequency represents the absolute center of the selected channel width without any offset,
and the center can be moved in 5 MHz increments. If Auto Everything is set to On, the Channel will be
automatically set, and not editable.
● Tx Power - Set the desired transmit power level. The allowed options are determined by a combination of
country and chosen frequency. If Auto Everything is set to On, the Channel & Tx Power will be automatically set,
and not editable.
● Channel Recommendations - List of channels, center frequencies, and Tx powers that Auto Everything would
choose in order of preference (if enabled).
B11
● Channel Width (MHz) - In Manual Mode, choose the channel width (20, 40, or 80 MHz).
● Center Frequency (1 & 2) - Select the center frequency of the channel used on the link. In all modes, the center
frequency represents the absolute center of the selected channel width without any offset, and the center can
be moved in 5 MHz increments.
● Local and Remote Device Power - Set the desired transmit power levels on the AP. The allowed options are
determined by a combination of country and chosen frequency.
● Antenna Gain (dBi) - Set the gain according to antenna specifications and subtract out any cable/connector
loss.
● Operating Band (MHz) - Select the frequency range in which the radio will operate: 10000-10700 or 10700-
11700.
Note: Tx power selections may be limited based on your regulatory domain (refer to the Maximum Power chart for
more details).
Related:
Using TDMA-FD Mode - Application note describing how to apply FD mode in challenging spectrum.
End - Specify the upper limit for the exclusion range, not including this frequency.
●
Add Exclusions - The button to add the Start and End frequency range to the exclusion list.
●
Existing Exclusions and Restrictions - Exclusions can be removed from the list by clicking on the trash icon. The
●
restricted bands with the lock icon cannot be removed. They are protected because of regulatory requirements.
Regulatory Domain - The country in which the device has been configured to run.
●
In the United States, if either the AP or STA are within a 60 km radius of a Terminal Doppler Weather Radar (TDWR)
location, one or more 30 MHz restrictions are automatically created to avoid the TDWR operating frequencies.
passphrase in plain text. Enter any combination of printable characters. The passphrase should be between 8 to
63 characters in length. The Encryption Key must be the same on both the Access Point and Station for them to
communicate with each other.
Scan for SSID - On a radio configured as a Station, click this button to display a list of Access Point SSIDs.
●
Status - Indicates whether the AP and Station are "Connected" (associated) or "Not Connected" (disassociated).
●
Please ensure that the SSID, Encryption Key, and firmware versions are the same. Additionally, ensure that the IP
addresses are different, and on the same subnet.
Example Station Link Configuration
Example SSID Scan after pressing the "Scan SSID" button. To connect to
a particular SSID, click the "Select" button.
Client List
The Client List shows settings and metrics between the AP and each client device when operating in Multi Client
(PTMP) mode.
● Client - The name assigned to the client device, or the device MAC address if the device name is unknown
● MAC - The unique identifier for the client radio
● IP - The IP address assigned to the client radio
● Rx Power (dBm) - Received signal strength from each client radio
● SNR (dB) - Signal to Noise Ratio for each client radio. Note SNRs for both channels are displayed.
● PER % - The Packet Error Rate (PER) is the number of packets with errors divided by the total number of
packets sent within a 5-second period. Ideally, this value should be below 2%, while higher values indicate the
presence of interference.
● PHY Rate (Tx/Rx Mbps) - Capacity in both directions
● Version - Firmware version installed on the client radio
Related:
Backhaul FAQ: What SNR is required for each MCS?
Backhaul FAQ: What is the sensitivity for each MCS index?
Backhaul FAQ: What's a good EVM?
The Local Satellite Signals panel contains a chart showing both GPS and GLONASS satellites in blue and green,
respectively, from which the radio can obtain position and timing data used for synchronization. Each numbered
column represents a unique satellite with the columns’ amplitude representing the signal to noise ratio of the
satellite’s signal at the radio’s receiver. The number of satellites the radio detects and the SNR of each both
contribute to clock accuracy.
The Satellite Information panel contains values that represent and contribute to clock accuracy. Good GPS signal
strength is required for maximum performance, as the GPS is used to synchronize timing between devices.
● Satellite Signal Strength - Qualitative assessment based on all items below; also displayed on the Dashboard.
● Satellite Avg SNR - Average signal to noise ratio amongst satellites.
● Total Satellites - Sum of detected GPS and GLONASS satellites.
● GPS - Number of GPS satellites detected.
● GLONASS - Number of GLONASS satellites detected.
● Clock Accuracy - Timing signal accuracy measured in parts per billion (ppb).
Status table showing location, altitude, and heading for both the local and remote devices, as well as the link
distance between them. The link length in the middle of the table will show "Disconnected" if a connection has not
been established.
Local Coordinates
Product Applicability: B5-Lite
Enter the latitude and longitude of the local radio in signed decimal degrees with four digits after the decimal point
(e.g. ##.####). These values are used to calculate distance and propagation delay, to coordinate Auto Everything
within the same subnet, and to display the radios on a map within Mimosa cloud applications.
Remote Coordinates
Product Applicability: B5-Lite
Enter the latitude and longitude of the remote radio in signed decimal degrees with four digits after the decimal
point (e.g. ##.####). These values are used to calculate distance and propagation delay, to coordinate Auto
Everything within the same subnet, and to display the radios on a map within Mimosa cloud applications.
Distance
Product Applicability: B5-Lite
The calculated distance between radios based on the local and remote coordinates. This value is used to calculate
propagation delay.
Setting a Password
Enter the new password in both the New Password and Verify New Password input boxes to validate that they were
typed correctly. To finalize the change, enter the existing password and then save. The default password should be
changed during device configuration to protect your network.
● New Password - Enter the new password.
● Verify New Password - Re-enter the new password (to confirm).
● Current Password - Enter the existing password (as a security measure).
The Password rules are as follows for choosing a password:
● It must be between 6 to 64 characters.
● It can use capital (A-Z) or lower case (a-z) characters, excluding space.
● Valid special characters for the password include ! " # $ % & ' ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? [ ] ^ _ ` { | } ~
● The password cannot be blank.
● The password may not have a leading or trailing space.
● There is no complexity required for the password.
Related:
Change Unlock Country - Replace an existing unlock code to enable another regulatory domain
Enabling Watchdog
The Watchdog panel contains controls to monitor a remote host and reboot the local device under configurable
failure conditions.
● IP Ping Watchdog - Enables the IP Ping Watchdog feature, which resets the device if it cannot ping a certain IP
after a number of retry attempts.
● Ping IP Address - Enter the IP address of the device to ping.
● Interval - Set the number of seconds (1-3600) between ping attempts.
● Delay After Startup - Set the delay in number of seconds (1-3600) between device start up and the first ping
attempt.
● Failure Count Triggering Reboot - Set the number of failed ping attempts (1-100) before rebooting the device.
WARNING: rebooting will take the device offline.
Management Services
The Services panel holds controls to secure management traffic by specifying how it should be served over the
network.
● Enable HTTPS - Use SSL to access the web interface of this device.
● Web Server Port - Indicate which TCP port will be used for the web server. This web server is for the web
interface.
● Secure Web Server Port - Indicate which TCP port will be used for the secure web server.
● Session Timeout - Set the number of minutes (0-60) of inactivity that will be allowed on the interface before
automatic log-out for sessions. If set to "0", the session will have no timeout.
Following an automatic session timeout, logging back into the device will take you to the Dashboard
screen.
Network Interfaces
The Network Interfaces panel contains controls for changing data port status and speed.
B11
● Ethernet Port - Set the Ethernet port transfer rate or allow it to be automatically determined. Manually
selectable options are 10, 100, or 1000BaseT at either full or half duplex. Note that Auto or 1000BaseT/Full is
recommended so that the Ethernet port does not create a bottleneck.
● Fiber Port - Enable this option to route all data through this port with optical fiber and a small form-factor
pluggable (SFP) media adapter. Note that when using the Fiber Port, the Ethernet cable must remain connected
to the Ethernet Port to supply power.
VLAN Management
The VLAN Management panel allows the administrator to enable a VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) for
management traffic. When enabled, all Web Management traffic must originate from a device on that VLAN.
● Enable - Use the slider control to turn VLAN Management on or off.
● ID - The VLAN ID tag.
You can still connect locally via the 2.4 GHz management console on a B5 or B5c.
The 2.4 GHz wireless interface allows local browser-based configuration with any Wi-Fi capable device. This is a low
power interface that performs best if accessed within 60 meters (~200 feet) of the radio. It is completely separate
from the link and has no performance impact on throughput if activated.
● Network Mode - Choose to automatically or manually enable or disable the 2.4 GHz management network. The
automatic mode turns the 2.4 GHz management network on for a limited time (defined in Console Timeout)
after boot and then turns it off if there is no activity. If a user associates with the radio within the timeout
period, they will not be disconnected.
● Console Timeout - Set the number of minutes (1-60) of inactivity that will be allowed on the 2.4 GHz interface
before the turning it off in Auto mode.
● SSID (Local Management) - Set the SSID name for the 2.4 GHz local management interface.
● Channel - Select the channel on which the 2.4 GHz wireless network will operate.
● Recovery SSID - This is an non-editable recovery SSID that allows the device to be reset to factory defaults. This
is available for 5 minutes after device boot. Disabling the 2.4 GHz management network will not impact
availability of this option. The serial number of the device must be known in order to perform the factory reset.
Note: If you turn off the 2.4 GHz management radio, you can still access the device through the wired LAN interface,
or in-band through the 5 GHz wireless link. During the B5/B5c device reset process, the 2.4 GHz wireless interface is
briefly re-enabled, and then disabled after a timeout.
The 2.4 GHz Security panel contains controls for managing access to the local wireless management network.
● Maximum Wireless Clients - Limit the maximum number of wireless clients that can simultaneously access the
2.4 GHz management interface.
● Encryption Key - Enter an ASCII Passphrase for gaining access to the 2.4 GHz management interface.
● Show Key (checkbox) - Check to display the Encryption Key in clear text for verification before saving the
change.
Related:
SNMP Usage Examples: Get / Walk / Table - Sample commands for retrieving values
SNMP Object Names - Query values using SNMP Object Names defined within the Mimosa MIB file
SNMP Traps - Configure outgoing notifications for specific events
SNMP MIB Download - Available values in standard Management Information Base (MIB) format
SNMP OID Reference - Summarized list of available values and where to find them on the GUI
Related:
SNMP Usage Examples: Get / Walk / Table - Sample commands for retrieving values
SNMP Object Names - Query values using SNMP Object Names defined within the Mimosa MIB file
When performing a Firmware upgrade, it is advisable to reboot and then upgrade the remote side of the
link before the local side. If there is a problem during the upgrade you will still have access to one of the
radios within the link and can manage the link details.
Once the remote radio enters the Upgrade phase, it is generally safe to begin the Upload phase to the local radio.
Alternately, the Mimosa Manage application offers a parallel upgrade feature which sends the firmware image to
both radios, and once both radios receive and verify the image, they upgrade at the same time and reboot in an
order that you specify.
Diagnostic Tests
Three types of tests are available within the Diagnostics section: Ping, Bandwidth and Traceroute.
Ping Test
A low level ICMP test which indicates whether the target host is reachable from the local device.
● Destination Host - The destination IP Address of the device to ping.
● Packet Count - The number of packets to transmit during a ping.
● Packet Size - The size of each packet to transmit during a ping.
● Run Test - Click on the Run Test button to ping the destination IP address. Results are shown in the
corresponding table.
Bandwidth Test
A manual test to assess maximum throughput when minimal or no traffic is present. This test sends 1500-byte
packets using a proprietary UDP-like protocol. Results are shown in corresponding graph on this page. Note that
bandwidth test data is excluded from the Dashboard Performance graph. This is because the test is conducted by
transmitting packets at a low layer between the two radios. Navigating away from this page will stop the test. The
bandwidth test is only available when the devices are associated in PTP mode.
● Test Duration - The length of the bandwidth test in seconds.
● Test - Select one of the following options to assess the maximum throughput:
●Local to Remote - Unidirectional test from the local device to the remote device
●Remote to Local - Unidirectional test from the remote device to the local device
●Transmit then Receive - Bidirectional tests conducted in series
●Simultaneous - Bidirectional test conducted in parallel
Traceroute Test
A network utility used to display the path and transit delay between the local device and a given destination across
an IP network.
● Destination Host - The destination IP address for traceroute to send packets.
● Resolve IP Address - Indicate whether the system should resolve and print the host name of the destination.
● Max Number of Hops - Choose the maximum number of intermediate devices (e.g. routers) through which
packets must pass between source and destination.
● Run Test - Click on the Run Test button to begin the traceroute test. Results are shown in the corresponding
table.
Diagnostic Logs
View Events and download diagnostic information to share with Mimosa Support.
● Event Log - This is a persistent (non-volatile) log of all significant events that occur.
● Support Info - Download a single file containing all information required by Mimosa Support to help with
troubleshooting.
Resource URL
https://{DEVICE-IP}/core/api/service/status?
Resource Information
Response Formats XML
Requires Authentication Yes (Username / Password), must also be set in the Mimosa embedded GUI.
Parameters
REST-USERNAME The REST Management username as set in the REST Services Panel within the Mimosa
Required embedded GUI.
Example: mimosacloud
REST-PASSWORD The REST Management password as set in the REST Services Panel within the Mimosa
Required embedded GUI.
Example: pass123
Request Format
GET
https://{DEVICE-IP}/core/api/service/status?username={REST-MANAGEMENT-USERNAME}&password={REST-
MANAGEMENT-PASSWORD}
Example Request
GET
https://192.168.20.1/core/api/service/status?username=mimosacloud&password=pass123
Example Response
Glossary
Signal Strength The current signal level (in dBm) for the established link.
TxRate The current IP transmit throughput rate (in Mbps) for the established link.
RxRate The current IP receive throughput rate (in Mbps) for the established link.
Resource URL
https://{DEVICE-IP}/core/api/service/device-info?
Resource Information
Requires Authentication Yes (Username / Password), must also be set in the Mimosa embedded GUI.
Parameters
REST-USERNAME The REST Management username as set in the REST Services Panel within the Mimosa
Required embedded GUI.
Example: mimosacloud
REST-PASSWORD The REST Management password as set in the REST Services Panel within the Mimosa
Required embedded GUI.
Example: pass123
Request Format
GET
https://{DEVICE-IP}/core/api/service/device-info?username={REST-MANAGEMENT-USERNAME}&password={REST-
MANAGEMENT-PASSWORD}
Example Request
GET
https://192.168.20.1/core/api/service/device-info?username=mimosacloud&password=pass123
Example Response
Glossary
Description The detailed device description (up to 150 characters) for administrative purposes
InstallDate The installation date used to track when the device was installed.
DeviceMode The listing of whether the device is the Access Point or Station.
SerialNumber The unique identifier for the device assigned at the factory
Country The regulatory domain (country) in which the device has been configured to run.
LastReboot The date and time at which the device last rebooted.
WirelessMode N/A
Location The GPS longitude and latitude coordinates for the device.
Build Date The date that the installed firmware was created.
Resource URL
https://{DEVICE-IP}/core/api/service/ethernet?
Resource Information
Requires Authentication Yes (Username / Password), must also be set in the Mimosa embedded GUI.
Parameters
REST-USERNAME The REST Management username as set in the REST Services Panel within the Mimosa
Required embedded GUI.
Example: mimosacloud
REST-PASSWORD The REST Management password as set in the REST Services Panel within the Mimosa
Required embedded GUI.
Example: pass123
Request Format
GET
https://{DEVICE-IP}/core/api/service/ethernet?username={REST-MANAGEMENT-USERNAME}&password={REST-
MANAGEMENT-PASSWORD}
Example Request
GET
https://192.168.20.1/core/api/service/ethernet-conf?username=mimosacloud&password=pass123
Example Response
Glossary
PortSpeed The Ethernet Port Speed (in Mbps) for the device. (Options include: Auto, 10/100/1000)
SpanningTree N/A
Resource URL
https://{DEVICE-IP}/core/api/service/link-info?
Resource Information
Requires Authentication Yes (Username / Password), must also be set in the Mimosa embedded GUI.
Parameters
REST-USERNAME The REST Management username as set in the REST Services Panel within the Mimosa
Required embedded GUI.
Example: mimosacloud
REST-PASSWORD The REST Management password as set in the REST Services Panel within the Mimosa
Required embedded GUI.
Example: pass123
Request Format
GET
https://{DEVICE-IP}/core/api/service/link-info?username={REST-MANAGEMENT-USERNAME}&password={REST-
MANAGEMENT-PASSWORD}
Example Request
GET
https://192.168.20.1/core/api/service/link-info?username=mimosacloud&password=pass123
Example Response
Glossary
LinkName The friendly name to describe the link between the Access Point (AP) and Station
MaxCapacity N/A
Frequency The center frequency of the selected channel width and its associated channel number.
Resource URL
https://{DEVICE-IP}/core/api/service/Reboot.php
Resource Information
Response Formats XML
Requires Authentication Yes (Username / Password), must also be set in the Mimosa embedded GUI.
Parameters
REST-USERNAME The REST Management username as set in the REST Services Panel within the Mimosa
Required embedded GUI.
Example: mimosacloud
REST-PASSWORD The REST Management password as set in the REST Services Panel within the Mimosa
Required embedded GUI.
Example: pass123
Request Format
GET
https://{DEVICE-IP}/core/api/service/Reboot.php?username={REST-MANAGEMENT-USERNAME}&password={REST-
MANAGEMENT-PASSWORD}
Example Request
GET
https://192.168.20.1/core/api/service/Reboot.php?username=mimosacloud&password=pass123
Example Response
Device Reboots
06-03-2015 MIMOSA-MIB.txt Generic Mimosa MIB which describes root of Mimosa, Mimosa product IDs
and Mimosa specific traps.
Notes: On linux-based operating systems, MIB files are stored at one of the following paths:
/usr/share/snmp/mibs or /usr/share/mibs/netsnmp. Some third-party software packages require either a
.mib or .my file extension to import these files.
Related:
SNMP Usage Examples: Get / Walk / Table - Sample commands for retrieving values
SNMP Object Names - Query values using SNMP Object Names defined within the Mimosa MIB file
SNMP Notifications - Enabling SNMP on Mimosa Backhaul products
SNMP Traps - Configure outgoing notifications for specific events
SNMP OID Reference - Summarized list of available values and where to find them on the GUI
Location Information
TDMA Settings
Radio Information
Chains Table
OID Object Output Example UI Location
Streams Table
OID Object Output Example UI Location
WAN Information
Performance Information
Management Information
Services Information
Related:
SNMP Usage Examples: Get / Walk / Table - Sample commands for retrieving values
SNMP Object Names - Query values using SNMP Object Names defined within the Mimosa MIB file
SNMP Notifications - Enabling SNMP on Mimosa Backhaul products
SNMP Traps - Configure outgoing notifications for specific events
SNMP MIB Download - Available values in standard Management Information Base (MIB) format
SNMP Get
Description
Retrieves a single management value using SNMP GET requests
Syntax
Related:
SNMP Usage Examples: Get / Walk / Table - Sample commands for retrieving values
SNMP Object Names - Query values using SNMP Object Names defined within the Mimosa MIB file
SNMP Notifications - Enabling SNMP on Mimosa Backhaul products
SNMP Traps - Configure outgoing notifications for specific events
SNMP MIB Download - Available values in standard Management Information Base (MIB) format
SNMP OID Reference - Summarized list of available values and where to find them on the GUI
SNMP Walk
Description
Retrieves a subtree of management values using SNMP GETNEXT requests
Syntax
Related:
SNMP Usage Examples: Get / Walk / Table - Sample commands for retrieving values
SNMP Object Names - Query values using SNMP Object Names defined within the Mimosa MIB file
SNMP Notifications - Enabling SNMP on Mimosa Backhaul products
SNMP Traps - Configure outgoing notifications for specific events
SNMP MIB Download - Available values in standard Management Information Base (MIB) format
SNMP OID Reference - Summarized list of available values and where to find them on the GUI
SNMP Table
Description
Retrieves an SNMP table and displays it in tabular form
Syntax
Related:
SNMP Usage Examples: Get / Walk / Table - Sample commands for retrieving values
SNMP Object Names - Query values using SNMP Object Names defined within the Mimosa MIB file
SNMP Notifications - Enabling SNMP on Mimosa Backhaul products
SNMP Traps - Configure outgoing notifications for specific events
SNMP MIB Download - Available values in standard Management Information Base (MIB) format
SNMP OID Reference - Summarized list of available values and where to find them on the GUI
Notes: On linux-based operating systems, MIB files are stored at one of the following paths:
/usr/share/snmp/mibs or /usr/share/mibs/netsnmp. Some third-party software packages require either a
.mib or .my file extension to import these files.
export MIBS=all
export MIBDIRS=/usr/share/snmp/mibs
Examples
Device Name
Related:
SNMP Usage Examples: Get / Walk / Table - Sample commands for retrieving values
SNMP Notifications - Enabling SNMP on Mimosa Backhaul products
SNMP Traps - Configure outgoing notifications for specific events
SNMP MIB Download - Available values in standard Management Information Base (MIB) format
SNMP OID Reference - Summarized list of available values and where to find them on the GUI
Troubleshooting Overview
Troubleshooting Categories
No / Poor GPS
●
Reset Procedure
Association (Link)
● B5/B5c and B11
● Radios not associated ● B5-Lite
Intermittent Ping/GUI Access
● Intermittent Access
Three LED indicators on the outside of the case communicate operational status: Power, Ethernet, and Wireless.
The tables below describe the meaning of each LED's state: Off, On (solid), On (blinking), and Color.
1
Please visit the Firmware page to download the latest image.
2
Please check wiring, cycle power, and then contact Mimosa Support if necessary.
* Ranges from 1 Hz (one blink per second at -90 dBm or less) to 10 Hz (one blink per 100 ms at -50 dBm or greater).
Two LED indicators are located on the RJ-45 jack to communicate operational status: Ethernet (Yellow) and
Power/Wireless (Green).
The tables below describe the meaning of each LED's state: Off, On (solid), On (blinking), and Color.
1
Please check wiring, cycle power, and then contact Mimosa Support if necessary.
2
Ranges from 1 Hz (one blink per second at -90 dBm or less) to 10 Hz (one blink per 100 ms at -50 dBm or greater).
Three LED indicators on the outside of the case communicate operational status: Power, Ethernet, and Wireless.
The tables below describe the meaning of each LED's state: Off, On (solid), On (blinking), and Color.
1
Please visit the Firmware page to download the latest image.
2
Please check wiring, cycle power, and then contact Mimosa Support if necessary.
* Ranges from 1 Hz (one blink per second at -90 dBm or less) to 10 Hz (one blink per 100 ms at -50 dBm or greater).
Ethernet Troubleshooting
Most Ethernet problems we see are related to cabling. The 1000BaseT standard is far more sensitive to coupled
noise than 100BaseT, which is why we highlight in our documentation that shielded CAT6 is required for reliable
operation. The cable shield should make contact with the metal Ethernet connector, and the metal Ethernet
connector should make contact with the metal PoE receptacle (if applicable).
CAT6 cable is not included with the Mimosa radio since Mimosa does not know the required length for each
installation, and many installers have specific cable brand and type preferences.
No Ethernet
If you are unable to establish an Ethernet connection between the radio and another device, please review the LED
External Status Indicators page.
properly on both sides, the shield can act like an antenna and introduce noise into the circuit. Some sources of
interference include FM radio transmitters, or cables carrying Sync over Power signals, so efforts should be made to
avoid them. Router firmware incompatibilities can also affect Ethernet negotiation at 1000BaseT.
on both sides). The Ethernet port speed setting is located on the Management Miscellaneous Settings page.
15. If possible, try replacing the PoE Injector in order to determine if the port negotiation issue is with the Radio
or the PoE Injector.
Related:
B5/B5c and B11 Reset Process - Explains how to recover/reset a device if needed
B5-Lite Reset Process - Explains how to recover/reset a device if needed
Intermittent Access
If the radio is available and then becomes unavailable after a few seconds, please check the following:
● Power - Ensure that the power source is stable and provides the required electrical inputs as specified on the
radio datasheet.
● Ethernet - Check that the Ethernet cabling is suitable and that the wiring is sound. Power is delivered over
Ethernet.
● DHCP - If a DHCP server is connected on the network, check the IP address assigned to the radio MAC address.
● Association - If the remote radio disassociates, its GUI will be unavailable. Look for RF problems and tune the
link if necessary.
● Ping Watchdog - Ensure that the values set in the Ping Watchdog function are not causing unintended reboots.
● Bandwidth Tests - Ongoing bandwidth tests consume large amounts of capacity which can make the link appear
sluggish.
Related:
Product Specifications: B5, B5c, B5-Lite, B11
LED Status Indicators: B5/B5c, B5-Lite, B11
PoE Specifications - Check radio input power compatibility with your PoE.
Ethernet Speed - Describes suitable cabling and how to diagnose Ethernet speed problems.
Default IP Address - Explains wired and wireless access methods and how to discover the IP address if it is not
known
Backhaul Installation: RF Tuning Process - Overview of how to tune a Mimosa Backhaul link.
Ping Watchdog - Enable and configure the Ping Watchdog.
Note: Mimosa backhaul radios must be unlocked before operation. For help with the unlock process, click
here.
If indoors, point the radios away from each other and turn down the power.
1. While testing inside a room, point the radios toward the ceiling and set Tx power to the lowest possible
setting. This will prevent the receivers from saturating.
4. If PER is greater than 5% for either side of the link, there are two options:
a) click on the Auto Everything dropdown to enable automatic channel selection and/or channel width
adjustment; or
b) change the channel manually to avoid the noise.
Related:
Indoor Test Methods - Power settings and radio placement when testing inside a room
Backhaul RF Tuning Process - Techniques and settings for optimizing RF link performance
Related:
Backhaul Troubleshooting: High PER - Troubleshooting steps for high packet error rate
Backhaul Troubleshooting: Low Tx/Rx Power - Troubleshooting steps for low Tx/Rx power
Backhaul Installation: RF Tuning Process - Overview of how to tune a Mimosa Backhaul link.
Related:
Backhaul Troubleshooting: Low SNR - Troubleshooting steps for low signal-to-noise ratio
Backhaul FAQ: SNR Required for each MCS - Table showing PHY rate per stream based on SNR
Backhaul Troubleshooting: Low Tx/Rx Power - Troubleshooting steps for low Tx/Rx power
Backhaul Installation: RF Tuning Process - Overview of how to tune a Mimosa Backhaul link.
● Confirm that Tx power is set the same on both channels (Wireless > Channel & Power > Tx Power 1 and Tx
Power 2). This may not be possible depending on channel selection options within your regulatory domain
because some frequency ranges have different EIRP limits. A workaround is to choose two channels with the
same EIRP restrictions.
● Verify that the frequency of the low power channel is supported by the antenna. Consult the antenna datasheet
for supported frequencies.
Related:
Backhaul Troubleshooting: Low SNR - Troubleshooting steps for low signal-to-noise ratio
Backhaul Troubleshooting: High PER - Troubleshooting steps for high packet error rate
Backhaul Installation: RF Tuning Process - Overview of how to tune a Mimosa Backhaul link.
Ethernet Causes
Low TCP throughput can also result from poor conditions on Ethernet either because of coupled noise and/or
insufficient shielding. Please see the Ethernet Speed troubleshooting section for more details.
Related:
Calculating TCP Performance - Improve TCP performance by optimizing host and radio settings
Testing Throughput with iPerf - Third party software for testing throughput on Mimosa radios
Bandwidth Test - Testing MAC layer throughput on Mimosa radios
iperf -s -f m -i 60
Command to make Computer 2 (192.168.1.23) the sender:
Related:
Bandwidth Test - Testing MAC layer throughput on Mimosa radios
Backhaul Firmware
Updating your device firmware enables the latest product enhancements and provides improvements to stability
and performance. To ensure the highest quality experience, only the latest two versions are available here for
download. Firmware can be downloaded from this page and uploaded to each radio manually (Preferences >
Firmware & Reset > Firmware Update). Mimosa recommends always updating the far side of the link first.
Alternately, firmware can be installed directly from the Manage application, either in bulk to your entire network, or
to select devices in an order that you specify.
IMPORTANT Firmware images are product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product
before upgrading. This firmware must be installed on both sides of the link to properly associate. You must
upgrade the remote side of the link first, and then the local side.
IMPORTANT Firmware images are product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product
before upgrading. This firmware must be installed on both sides of the link to properly associate. You must
upgrade the remote side of the link first, and then the local side.
New Features
Higher Power in U-NII-3
Higher power in U-NII-3 (5725-5850 MHz) consistent with new FCC OOBE rules. (B5, B5c, B5-Lite)
Compliance
● Updated regulatory database: USA
Resolved Issues
Platform Stability
● Critical update for B5/B5c 1.3.0 deployments: Added protection against boot failures caused by power
outages/brownout conditions.
● Increased priority on radio management traffic to improve communication reliability between linked radios.
Radio (PHY and MAC) Improvements
● Improved noise floor calculation accuracy.
Auto Everything
● Included selection of DFS channels in 1x mode.
● Reduced ramp up time.
Known Issues
● On short links, the Dashboard link distance may be understated.
● Manually reducing the channel width on the same DFS channel will cause a Channel Availability Check (CAC)
and bring the link down during the scan.
● Both channels must be changed at the same time in Frequency Diversity (FD) mode for changes to take effect.
● High PER in FD mode with 75/25 traffic split.
● Remote coordinates show “unknown” on some links.
● Page reload may be required after resetting an existing unlock code.
● Bandwidth reductions may cause traffic forwarding delays.
● Auto Everything won’t associate with very high signal strength.
March 7, 2016: Firmware version 1.3.0 was removed because of a performance impacting bug that was
just discovered. B5, B5c, and B5-Lite are affected. We intend to release version 1.3.1 to correct the bug
shortly. In the mean time, please continue to use firmware version 1.2.3.
New Features
Support for B11
Mimosa's latest licensed backhaul product supporting 10-11 GHz and fiber connectivity. (B11)
Low Latency Auto Mode
Redesigned MAC with elastic transmit slots to minimize latency and maximize throughput for traditional links (not
GPS synchronized). The default configuration is 4ms, and this value cannot be changed. This is the only mode
available for B5-Lite.
Dual Link Interference Avoidance
Dynamically routes traffic to channel with least PER to improve noise immunity and prevent packet loss. (B5, B5c,
B11)
Auto Power Optimization
Automatically adjusts Tx power to avoid compression and improve (minimize) EVM when SNR allows. (B5, B5c, B11)
Extended Frequency Range to 6.2 GHz
Channel selections from 6000 to 6200 MHz where regulations allow. (B5c, B5-Lite)
Remote Antenna Gain Input
Set both local and remote antenna gain on AP to improve signal target and Aiming Mode accuracy. (B5c, B11)
GPS Interference Mitigation
Maintains link stability at all times with an internal timer in varying GPS conditions. (B5, B5c, B11)
User Interface
● Enabled Site Survey for AP mode.
● Added "Off" selection to LED Brightness options.
● Increased detail for GPS and unlock event messages.
● Added null VLAN ID validation check.
SNMP
● Added auto Tx and Rx Channel Widths to Streams Table to match GUI.
● Added Primary and Secondary DNS IP addresses.
● Added RPS status.
Compliance
● Updated regulatory database: China, Finland, France, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Thailand, UK,
Vietnam.
Resolved Issues
Platform Stability
● Fixed SNMP memory leak.
● Fixed rare conditions causing radio reboots.
Radio (PHY and MAC) Improvements
● TPC per chain variance limit raised to better accommodate wide power differences between channels.
● Resolved conditions causing Spectrum Analyzer to improperly categorize the remote radio as noise.
User Interface
● Set Self-Signed HTTPS Certificate to expire in six months to reduce nuisance browser warnings.
● Active channels shown on Channel & Power page in Frequency Diversity (FD) modes.
● Link distance below GPS resolution shown on Dashboard as "< 300m / 984 ft" instead of "0 m".
Auto Everything
● Improved channel and power recommendations based on changing conditions and allowable selections.
Known Issues
● Auto Everything may choose channels with interference.
● On short links, the Dashboard link distance may be understated.
● Manually reducing the channel width on the same DFS channel will cause a Channel Availability Check (CAC)
and bring the link down during the scan.
● Both channels must be changed at the same time in Frequency Diversity (FD) mode for changes to take effect.
● High PER in FD mode with 75/25 traffic split.
● Auto Everything is slower to make changes on stable links.
● Remote coordinates show “unknown” on some links.
● Page reload may be required after resetting an existing unlock code.
● Bandwidth reductions may cause traffic forwarding delays.
● Auto Everything won’t associate with very high signal strength.
IMPORTANT Firmware images are product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product
before upgrading.
New Features
Dynamic Queuing
Automatically monitors traffic throughput and optimizes queue depth to improve latency on congested links.
Short Link Optimization
Automatically disables the low-noise amplifiers (LNA) and improves high RSSI gain control when very short links are
detected. This improves performance and prevents a problem where radios will not reliably associate due to
receiver saturation on very short links.
Resolved Issues
Platform Stability
● Fixed conditions causing radio reboots.
Known Issues
● Spectrum analyzer may improperly categorize the remote radio as noise. This results in a non-impacting low
SNR value on the dashboard.
● Site Surveys can only be performed while the radio is in Station mode.
● Manually reducing the channel width on the same DFS channel will cause a Channel Availability Check (CAC)
and bring the link down during the scan.
● Both channels must be changed at the same time in Frequency Diversity (FD) mode for changes to take effect.
IMPORTANT 1.2.0 firmware may cause GUI unresponsiveness that requires a physical power cycle to
resolve. Mimosa strongly recommends rebooting first, and then updating to 1.2.2. Firmware images are
product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product before upgrading. There is no
external version of 1.2.1 as it was designed for internal use only.
Resolved Issues
Platform Stability
● Fixed conditions causing radio reboots, traffic halts and potential GUI lockups.
Radio (PHY and MAC) Improvements
● Resolved conditions causing Spectrum Analyzer to stall.
● TCP throughput improvements during high load conditions.
User Interface
● Channel Recommendations incorporate Auto Everything algorithm in FD mode.
● Updated GUI to reflect the default setting for Auto Everything to OFF.
Compliance
● Updated EIRP limits based on regulatory additions and changes (added Norway).
Known Issues
● Spectrum analyzer may improperly categorize the remote radio as noise. This results in a non-impacting low
SNR value on the dashboard.
● Site Surveys can only be performed while the radio is in Station mode.
● Manually reducing the channel width on the same DFS channel will cause a Channel Availability Check (CAC)
and bring the link down during the scan.
● B5/B5c only: Both channels must be changed at the same time in Frequency Diversity (FD) mode for changes to
take effect.
Important: This firmware must be installed on both sides of the link to properly associate. You must
upgrade the remote side of the link first, and then the local side. Note that you may also need to reboot
the radios on both sides of the link before installation.
New Features
Link Availability / Uptime
● Seamless power level, channel width, and channel changes (non-DFS channels) without re-association or traffic
interruptions during manual or automatic changes.
● Automatic channel width change incorporated into rate adaptation to help maintain the highest SNR under
varying interference conditions.
Auto Everything
● Faster analysis with full spectrum sweep in less than 5 seconds.
● Faster channel changes under heavy interference.
● Maximum channel width control for finer tuning of spectrum usage.
● Channel coordination between all radios on the same subnet to avoid spectrum overlap if necessary.
● Seamless channel change for DFS radar events by transitioning through dual channel mode using a temporary
non-DFS channel. Available in countries supporting non-DFS channels.
Performance
● Dramatically improved small packet performance.
Management
● SNMP v1/v2c read only support. See MIB definitions.
● Ethernet Flow Control support.
● Rapid Port Shutdown (RPS) support.
● Reboot via REST interface.
● Support for any printable ASCII characters in SSID.
● Unique VLAN ID per side of link.
● Upgraded bandwidth test to include automated testing for local to remote, remote to local, transmit then
receive, and simultaneous tests.
● The Dashboard’s device detail IP address of remote side is now a link.
● Input validation when changing the management interface’s default gateway IP address or subnet. This helps
prevent incorrect IP settings that could disable remote network access to the device.
User Interface
● The Dashboard is now the default view after login.
● Updated Spectrum Analyzer design with a new inspector tool to aid in pinpointing frequency, channel, Power
Spectral Density (PSD) and Cumulative Distribution Function (CDF) anywhere on the spectrum display.
● Simplified and reformatted text on support log download page.
● TSF-TDD mode renamed to "No GPS" mode.
● Real-time Tx/Rx channel width shown in the Dashboard’s MIMO status table.
Compliance
● Updated EIRP limits based on regulatory additions and changes in several countries.
Resolved Issues
Platform Stability
● Resolved several conditions causing system reboots.
● Resolved several conditions causing traffic stalling & link disassociation.
Radio (PHY and MAC) Improvements
● Improved radar detection.
● GPS signal loss no longer causes link re-association.
● Improved single stream TCP performance.
● Improved Rate Adaption algorithm to achieve stable and consistently higher modulation at comparable SNR.
● Performance improvement during fading conditions.
● Improved (lower) PER in TDMA-FD modes.
User Interface
● Removed redundant reboot messages.
● Fixed Channel Recommendations to exclude out of range power values.
● Spectrum Analysis data displays correctly when using a 75/25 traffic split and 2ms TDMA windows.
● Auto Everything power settings are synchronized between the Channel & Power page and Dashboard page.
● Updated formatting on the station side’s Site Survey report to display results without requiring scrolling.
● User Interface styling updates to improve usability.
Known Issues
● Site Surveys can only be performed while the radio is in Station mode.
● Both channels must be changed at the same time in Frequency Diversity (FD) mode for changes to take effect.
New Features
● Timer-based operation (non-GPS mode) for workbench testing prior to deployment
● TDMA-FD 1x modes allow separate Tx frequencies per side
● Mobile-optimized Aiming Mode screen updates signal strength once per second
● Auto Everything recommendations on Channel & Power page
● Dynamic GPS location and distance calculation updates for mobile links
● Cloud link on Dashboard leads to historical data in Manage application
● Reset Device Unlock button locks the device and resets the country code without rebooting
● Reset Device Configuration button clears configuration settings and device remains unlocked
Performance Improvements
● Auto Everything channel and power selection algorithm improvements
● Improved noise immunity in presence of interference
● Improved association time between AP and STA
● Regulatory domain updates
● General stability improvements
User Interface Changes
● MAC throughput on signal meter shows expected performance based on TDMA settings
● Removed antenna gain and exclusion list from STA (STA values are obtained from AP)
● Additional antenna selection options on B5c
● Password change required after device reset
● Password validation to allow letters, numbers and symbols up to 64 characters
● Loading screen limited to content pane
Backhaul Firmware
Updating your device firmware enables the latest product enhancements and provides improvements to stability
and performance. To ensure the highest quality experience, only the latest two versions are available here for
download. Firmware can be downloaded from this page and uploaded to each radio manually (Preferences >
Firmware & Reset > Firmware Update). Mimosa recommends always updating the far side of the link first.
IMPORTANT Firmware images are product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product
before upgrading. This firmware must be installed on both sides of the link to properly associate. You must
upgrade the remote side of the link first, and then the local side.
IMPORTANT Firmware images are product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product
before upgrading. This firmware must be installed on both sides of the link to properly associate. You must
upgrade the remote side of the link first, and then the local side.
New Features
Higher Power in U-NII-3
Higher power in U-NII-3 (5725-5850 MHz) consistent with new FCC OOBE rules. (B5, B5c, B5-Lite)
Compliance
● Updated regulatory database: USA
Resolved Issues
Platform Stability
● Increased priority on radio management traffic to improve communication reliability between linked radios.
Radio (PHY and MAC) Improvements
● Improved noise floor calculation accuracy.
Auto Everything
● Included selection of DFS channels in 1x mode.
● Reduced ramp up time.
Known Issues
● On short links, the Dashboard link distance may be understated.
● Manually reducing the channel width on the same DFS channel will cause a Channel Availability Check (CAC)
and bring the link down during the scan.
● Remote coordinates show “unknown” on some links.
● Page reload may be required after resetting an existing unlock code.
● Bandwidth reductions may cause traffic forwarding delays.
● Auto Everything won’t associate with very high signal strength.
March 7, 2016: Firmware version 1.3.0 was removed because of a performance impacting bug that was
just discovered. B5, B5c, and B5-Lite are affected. We intend to release version 1.3.1 to correct the bug
shortly. In the mean time, please continue to use firmware version 1.2.3 or 1.2.4.
IMPORTANT Firmware images are product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product
before upgrading. This firmware must be installed on both sides of the link to properly associate. You must
upgrade the remote side of the link first, and then the local side.
New Features
Support for B11
Mimosa's latest licensed backhaul product supporting 10-11 GHz and fiber connectivity. (B11)
Low Latency Auto Mode
Redesigned MAC with elastic transmit slots to minimize latency and maximize throughput for traditional links (not
GPS synchronized). The default configuration is 4ms, and this value cannot be changed. This is the only mode
available for B5-Lite.
Dual Link Interference Avoidance
Dynamically routes traffic to channel with least PER to improve noise immunity and prevent packet loss. (B5, B5c,
B11)
Auto Power Optimization
Automatically adjusts Tx power to avoid compression and improve (minimize) EVM when SNR allows. (B5, B5c, B11)
Extended Frequency Range to 6.2 GHz
Channel selections from 6000 to 6200 MHz where regulations allow. (B5c, B5-Lite)
Remote Antenna Gain Input
Set both local and remote antenna gain on AP to improve signal target and Aiming Mode accuracy. (B5c, B11)
GPS Interference Mitigation
Maintains link stability at all times with an internal timer in varying GPS conditions. (B5, B5c, B11)
User Interface
● Enabled Site Survey for AP mode.
● Added "Off" selection to LED Brightness options.
● Increased detail for GPS and unlock event messages.
● Added null VLAN ID validation check.
SNMP
● Added auto Tx and Rx Channel Widths to Streams Table to match GUI.
● Added Primary and Secondary DNS IP addresses.
● Added RPS status.
Compliance
● Updated regulatory database: China, Finland, France, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Thailand, UK,
Vietnam.
Resolved Issues
Platform Stability
● Fixed SNMP memory leak.
● Fixed rare conditions causing radio reboots.
Radio (PHY and MAC) Improvements
● TPC per chain variance limit raised to better accommodate wide power differences between channels.
● Resolved conditions causing Spectrum Analyzer to improperly categorize the remote radio as noise.
User Interface
● Set Self-Signed HTTPS Certificate to expire in six months to reduce nuisance browser warnings.
● Active channels shown on Channel & Power page in Frequency Diversity (FD) modes.
● Link distance below GPS resolution shown on Dashboard as "< 300m / 984 ft" instead of "0 m".
Auto Everything
● Improved channel and power recommendations based on changing conditions and allowable selections.
Known Issues
● Auto Everything may choose channels with interference.
● On short links, the Dashboard link distance may be understated.
● Manually reducing the channel width on the same DFS channel will cause a Channel Availability Check (CAC)
and bring the link down during the scan.
● Both channels must be changed at the same time in Frequency Diversity (FD) mode for changes to take effect.
● High PER in FD mode with 75/25 traffic split.
● Auto Everything is slower to make changes on stable links.
● Remote coordinates show “unknown” on some links.
● Page reload may be required after resetting an existing unlock code.
● Bandwidth reductions may cause traffic forwarding delays.
● Auto Everything won’t associate with very high signal strength.
IMPORTANT Firmware images are product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product
before upgrading.
WARNING: This version is incompatible with HTTPS, so it must be disabled before upgrading. If not, you will
lose management access.
Resolved Issues
Platform Stability
● Fixed reboot condition caused by ESD.
IMPORTANT Firmware images are product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product
before upgrading.
New Features
Dynamic Queuing
Automatically monitors traffic throughput and optimizes queue depth to improve latency on congested links.
Short Link Optimization
Automatically disables the low-noise amplifiers (LNA) and improves high RSSI gain control when very short links are
detected. This improves performance and prevents a problem where radios will not reliably associate due to
receiver saturation on very short links.
Resolved Issues
Platform Stability
● Fixed conditions causing radio reboots.
Known Issues
● Spectrum analyzer may improperly categorize the remote radio as noise. This results in a non-impacting low
SNR value on the dashboard.
● Site Surveys can only be performed while the radio is in Station mode.
● Manually reducing the channel width on the same DFS channel will cause a Channel Availability Check (CAC)
and bring the link down during the scan.
Performance Features
● Up to 750 Mbps of throughput
● Integrated dual slant 20 dBi antenna
● Wide band support 4900 – 6000 MHz
● Smart spectrum management
● Auto-Everything and Channel Recommendations
● Mimosa’s Rate-Adaption algorithm
● Hardware reset button
● SNMP and cloud management support
Operational Differences with B5/B5c
● Single Channel Operation (20, 40, 80 Mhz)
● No GPS sync
● 2.4 management radio not included
Backhaul Firmware
Updating your device firmware enables the latest product enhancements and provides improvements to stability
and performance. To ensure the highest quality experience, only the latest two versions are available here for
download. Firmware can be downloaded from this page and uploaded to each radio manually (Preferences >
Firmware & Reset > Firmware Update). Mimosa recommends always updating the far side of the link first.
Alternately, firmware can be installed directly from the Manage application, either in bulk to your entire network, or
to select devices in an order that you specify.
IMPORTANT Firmware images are product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product
before upgrading. This firmware must be installed on both sides of the link to properly associate. You must
upgrade the remote side of the link first, and then the local side.
Resolved Issues
Platform Stability
● Increased priority on radio management traffic to improve communication reliability between linked radios.
Radio (PHY and MAC) Improvements
● Improved noise floor calculation accuracy.
Known Issues
● On short links, the Dashboard link distance may be understated.
● Both channels must be changed at the same time in Frequency Diversity (FD) mode for changes to take effect.
● Remote coordinates show “unknown” on some links.
● Page reload may be required after resetting an existing unlock code.
● Bandwidth reductions may cause traffic forwarding delays.
IMPORTANT Firmware images are product specific. Confirm firmware image name matches the product
before upgrading. This firmware must be installed on both sides of the link to properly associate. You must
upgrade the remote side of the link first, and then the local side.
New Features
Support for B11
Mimosa's latest licensed backhaul product supporting 10-11 GHz and fiber connectivity. (B11)
Low Latency Auto Mode
Redesigned MAC with elastic transmit slots to minimize latency and maximize throughput for traditional links (not
GPS synchronized). The default configuration is 4ms, and this value cannot be changed. This is the only mode
User Interface
● Set Self-Signed HTTPS Certificate to expire in six months to reduce nuisance browser warnings.
● Active channels shown on Channel & Power page in Frequency Diversity (FD) modes.
● Link distance below GPS resolution shown on Dashboard as "< 300m / 984 ft" instead of "0 m".
Auto Everything
● Improved channel and power recommendations based on changing conditions and allowable selections.
Known Issues
● On short links, the Dashboard link distance may be understated.
● Manually reducing the channel width on the same DFS channel will cause a Channel Availability Check (CAC)
and bring the link down during the scan.
● Both channels must be changed at the same time in Frequency Diversity (FD) mode for changes to take effect.
● High PER in FD mode with 75/25 traffic split.
● Auto Everything is slower to make changes on stable links.
● Remote coordinates show “unknown” on some links.
● Page reload may be required after resetting an existing unlock code.
● Bandwidth reductions may cause traffic forwarding delays.
● Auto Everything won’t associate with very high signal strength.
TDMA-FD
Product Applicability: B5/B5c, B11
In addition to standard TDMA modes, Mimosa Backhaul radios support a Frequency Diversity (FD) mode which
allows different transmit and receive channels on each side of a link. TDMA-FD differs from Frequency Division
Duplex (FDD) in that each side of the link still takes turns sending and receiving like in standard TDMA, but on
separate channels in each direction. This is useful when there is no channel that is mutually suitable for both
transmit and receive on both sides of a link.
Application Example
Spectrum Challenge
A Station has spectrum available between 5150 and 5200 MHz, but the Access Point only has spectrum available
between 5500 and 5600 MHz. Since the spectrum available does not overlap, the best performance can be achieved
by using the Frequency Diversity (FD) mode.
Station Spectrum
Configuration
Channel and power are both configured on the Access Point (AP) and inherited by the Station. When editing settings
on the AP, transmit and receive frequencies and power are shown from the perspective of the AP.
In this example, we will select 1x80 FD mode with Center Frequency 1 at 5150 MHz (transmit from AP to Station),
and Center Frequency 2 at 5550 MHz (transmit from Station to AP). Likewise, Tx Power 1 applies to the Access
Point, and Tx Power 2 applies to the Station.
Wireless > Channel & Power > Channel & Power Settings
Example Operation
After configuring the Channel & Power Settings, Tx from the AP to the Station (left to right) should occur on Channel
A (5150 MHz). Channel A was selected because the Station has no interference on that channel. The AP may have
interference that prevents it from receiving on Channel A, but the interference does not affect its ability to transmit
on that channel.
AP to Station
When transmitting from Station to AP (right to left), Channel B (5550) is used because the AP has no interference on
that channel.
Station to AP
Fresnel Zones
You may have heard the terms Line of Site (LOS) and Non (or Near) Line of Site (NLOS). These terms describe the
whether or not any obstructions exist between two radios. Mimosa Backhaul radios are designed to operate best
with clear LOS, meaning that they must be able to see each other, but this is not the only requirement for reliable
data transmission.
Radio waves travel within a 3-D ellipse called the Fresnel zone (named for physicist Augustin-Jean Fresnel). Fresnel
zones are used to analyze the effect of obstructions on a radio signal.
If there are no obstructions, the Fresnel zone is said to be clear. Good wireless designs start with this in mind.
Obstructions inside the Fresnel zone can deflect radio waves, changing their phase and canceling out (or
weakening) the original signal on their way to the receiver. The first Fresnel zone is the most important, but there
are actually several more beyond the first one that have a smaller effect. Signal refraction from within the second or
third Fresnel zones can cause destructive or constructive interference in the primary zone. To keep things simple,
we’ll only focus on the first Fresnel Zone for now.
Up to 40% of the first Fresnel zone can be obstructed without significant performance impact. Once obstructions are
within the center 60%, results are...shall we say, predictably bad. If the trees in the example below are expected to
grow, you would need to take into account their growth rates and future impact on performance.
If your link is long enough, the curvature of the earth can even impair the Fresnel zone. This surprises a lot of
people, but it shouldn't after reading this article. The solution: increase antenna height.
Knowing that clear LOS is important to link performance, you will want to calculate the Fresnel zone radius and
compare it with any expected obstructions. The radius (r) of any point (P) along the link can be calculated if you
know the distance (D) and the frequency (or wavelength).
And now... some math. The Fresnel zone radius can be calculated along any point of the link using the following
equation:
where,
Fn = The nth Fresnel Zone radius in meters
d1 = The distance of P from one end in meters
d2 = The distance of P from the other end in meters
λ = The wavelength of the transmitted signal in meters
Application Example
Example 1
1st Fresnel radius, middle of a 10 km, 5 GHz link
Example 2
1st Fresnel radius, middle of a 10 km, 24 GHz link
With all other variables equal except for lambda, we see that the Fresnel zone radius can vary greatly based on the
frequency. While choosing a higher frequency to achieve a smaller Fresnel zone may sound appealing to avoid
obstructions, there are tradeoffs: tougher aiming and higher rain fade.
where, where,
r = radius (meters) r = radius (feet)
D = total distance (km) D = total distance (miles)
f = frequency (GHz) f = frequency (GHz)
,