Guest

Cisco BWX 200 Series Modems

Cisco BWX 210 Desktop Modem

Hierarchical Navigation

Downloads

Product Overview

Customer premises equipment (CPE) such as WiMAX modems represents a significant investment for WiMAX service providers. The Cisco BWX 210 Desktop Modem takes advantage of Cisco's advanced RF performance to reduce the cost of delivering service to subscribers, without compromising performance.

Features and Benefits

The Cisco BWX 210 Desktop Modem (Figure 1) offers service providers the following benefits:

• Provides connection to Cisco standards-compliant Mobile WiMAX networks

• Zero-touch, plug-and-play installation greatly reduces operating expenses (OpEx) by eliminating the need for truck rolls

• Supports adaptive beamforming to increase coverage and capacity

• As a component of the Cisco Broadband Wireless network architecture, the Cisco BWX 210 is part of a tested, integrated end-to-end system

• Operates with Cisco BWX diagnostic tools for extensive reporting and troubleshooting capabilities

Figure 1. Cisco BWX 210 Desktop Modem

Product Architecture

The Cisco BWX 210 Desktop Modem supports adaptive beamforming, which reduces downlink and uplink power requirements. As a result, the Cisco BWX 210 is smaller, lighter, and costs less than competing subscriber equipment, while performing better and in locations that typically defeat other modems. The Cisco BWX 210 supports Ethernet direct connections to a PC or a Linksys® router.
The Cisco BWX 210 is a key element of the Cisco Broadband Wireless Solution (Figure 2) featuring leading Mobile WiMAX radio access technologies and tight integration with Cisco's proven IP Next-Generation Network transport and service-delivery infrastructures. This open-standards solution is compliant with the Mobile WiMAX specification and the Profile C Network Reference Model and includes a full suite of base stations, antenna systems, access service network gateways, management systems, and CPE devices.

Figure 2. Cisco Broadband Wireless Solution

The integration of IP technologies throughout this end-to-end Broadband Wireless architecture allows service providers to take advantage of the enormous body of innovation that exists for IP transport, service control, and application delivery - from the core, through the access networks, and to the subscriber devices. Building on more than 20 years of Internet technology innovation, Cisco uses Mobile WiMAX to extend broadband beyond the reach of wired networks.

Product Specifications

Table 1 lists specifications for the Cisco BWX 210 Desktop Modem.

Table 1. Cisco BWX 210 Desktop Modem Specifications

Item

2.3 GHz

2.5/2.6 GHz

3.4/3.5 GHz

Model

BWX 210-239

BWX 210-252

BWX 210-343

Access Scheme

OFDMA

OFDMA

OFDMA

Antennas

3

1x Dipole, 2x Patch

3

1x Dipole, 2x Patch

3

1x Dipole, 2x Patch

Antenna Gain (minimum peak)

1x 3dBi, 2x 6dBi

1x 3dBi, 2x 6dBi

1x 3 dBi, 2x 6 dBi

Tx RF Power - ETSI (conducted up to 5MHz)

24 dBm (full BW)

26 dBm (half BW)

24 dBm (full BW)

26 dBm (half BW)

23 dBm (full BW)

26 dBm (half BW)

Tx RF Power - FCC

(conducted up to 5MHz)

21 dBm1 (full BW)

22 dBm (half BW)

24 dBm (full BW)

26 dBm (half BW)

N/A

Noise Figure (@min. Rx signal)

6 dB

6 dB

7 dB

Input Power

5 VDC, 1.5A average

5 VDC, 1.5A average

5 VDC, 1.5A average

Interface

Ethernet

Ethernet

Ethernet

Display

1 LED

1 LED

1 LED

Operation Temperature

5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F)

5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F)

5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F)

Mechanical Dimension

113 x 50 x 160 mm

113 x 50 x 160 mm

113 x 50 x 160 mm

Weight

258 g

258 g

258 g

Regulatory (available/pending)

CFR 47 FCC Part 2 and Part 27, Subpart C, ETSI EN 302 326-2, EN 301 489-4, EN 60950-1, UL 60950-1, IDA

CFR 47 FCC Part 2 and Part 27, Subparts C and M, ETSI EN 301 326-2, EN 301 489-4, EN 60950-1, UL 60950-1

ETSI: EN 302 326-2, EN 301 489-4, EN 60950-1, UL 60950-1, C-Tick

Frequencies Approved2

ETSI: 2300-2390 MHz

FCC: 2305-2315 or

2350-2360 MHz

ETSI: 2520-2670 MHz

FCC: 2496-2690 MHz

ETSI: 3400-3700 MHz

FCC: N/A

Status Monitoring Software (NavDiag)

Win2000, WinXP, Vista-32bit, Mac OSX and Linux3

Win2000, WinXP, Vista-32bit, Mac OSX and Linux3

Win2000, WinXP, Vista-32bit, Mac OSX and Linux kernel3

Software Upgrades

Over the air

Over the air

Over the air
1The Cisco BWX 210-239 will be FCC WCS (2.3 GHz) certified in A and B bands only (no C and D due to the DARS requirements). Operation in the 2360-2390 MHz range is subject to qualification due to potential interference from the 2.4 GHz/ISM band.
2Operator cannot legally operate outside these frequencies.
3Mac10.4.5 and Linux kernel 2.4 (Red Hat Open Source).

• The Cisco BWX 210 modem is not intended for Mobile WiMAX certification.
• The assumptions used to calculate the above performance values may not represent actual deployment conditions.
• Performance values are subject to change without notice. Contact Cisco for the latest product specifications.

Service and Support

Cisco offers a wide range of service programs to accelerate customer success. These innovative programs are delivered through a unique combination of people, processes, tools, and partners, resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction. Cisco services help you protect your network investment, optimize network operations, and prepare your network for new applications to extend network intelligence and the power of your business. For more information about Cisco services, visit Cisco Technical Support Services or Cisco Advanced Services.
Additional Information
For more information about the Cisco BWX 210 Desktop Modem, or to place an order, contact your local account representative or visit: http://www.cisco.com/go/bwx.