Mimosa - new Wi-Fi 6E products

October 12, 2021. Mimosa by Airspan, a subsidiary of Airspan Networks Holdings Inc. unveiled a new A6 Wi-Fi 6E access point platform based on 802.11ax protocol. It is the first point-to-multipoint platform (PTMP) that provides gigabit Internet access to our customers. The Mimosa A6 platform offers throughput rates as high as 7Gbps for outdoor broadband and backhaul infrastructure for 5G solutions.

The new solution from Mimosa is both the A6 access point and the C6x Wi-Fi 6E client end, With this solution, Airspan wants to provide wireless service providers (WISP), speeds close to those we achieve, thanks to fiber optics. All this to provide access to high-speed Internet in areas where you can not make a fiber optic structure. Anyway, probably everyone will agree that at the moment the demand for high speed Internet access is greater than ever.

Of course, the new products from Mimosa by Airspan, in addition to super-fast speeds similar to fiber optic connections, also offer many useful features:

The first and only FWA (Fixed Wireless Access) platform built exclusively for 160MHz channel capacity in the extended 5GHz band and the upcoming 6GHz band (recently confirmed by the FCC). It operates from 5.150GHz to 6.425GHz.
The Mimosa A6 (Access Point) can serve up to 200 clients - a 4-fold increase over previous models.
The Mimosa C6x (Client) is able to achieve data transfer rates of up to 1.75 Gbps!
First and only FWA (Fixed Wireless Access) platform with SFP with dual fiber port switching capability
Ultra-low latency platform: a scheduled OFDMA AP uplink frequency map enables simultaneous subscriber transmissions, enabling over four times the latency reduction compared to 802.11ac products - 1 millisecond in Wi-Fi mode, 5 milliseconds in TDMA mode
The only FWA solution with channel noise isolation and interference management. Wi-Fi 6E provides superior noise reduction.

Mimosa A6

7 Gbps IP aggregate UL/DL (9608 Mbps PHY)
8x8 MU-MIMO; OFDMA, BPSK-1024QAM
Bandwidth: Single or dual 20/40/80/160 MHz channels
Frequency Range: 5150-6425 MHz
Network Interfaces: 1x GbE RJ45 PoE, 2x 10 GbE SFP
Max Output Power: 29 dBm
Antenna Gain: 24 dBi with adaptive beamforming
Beamwidth: 90º azimuth, 7º elevation
Security: WPA3; AES; RADIUS; 802.1x authorization
Max Power Consumption: 40 W
PoE Power Supply: Passive PoE compliant, 48-56 V (not included)
GPS Location: GNSS-1 (GPS GLONASS)

Mimosa C6x

1.75 Gbps IP aggregate UL/DL (2402 Mbps PHY)
2x2, PTMP MU-MIMO client support, OFDMA, BPSK-1024QAM
Bandwidth: Single or dual 20/40/80/160 MHz channels
Frequency Range: 5150-6425 MHz
Network Interfaces: 1x GbE RJ45 PoE
Max Output Power: 27 dBm
Antenna Gain: 24 dBi with adaptive beamforming
Security: AES; RADIUS; 802.1x authorization
Max Power Consumption: 20 W
PoE Power Supply: Passive PoE compliant, 48-56 V (not included)

As a summary. The entire 6 series is based on the Wi-Fi 6E protocol, which uses technologies: 1024QAM, OFDMA, channel bonding, MU-MIMO and beamforming. It has to be admitted that the new solution from Mimosa Airspan is characterized by reliability and efficiency. With all these features, the Mimosa A6, makes the unlicensed band even more scalable than ever before. The Mimosa A6 also facilitates 5G network densification, using CBRS(Citizens Broadband Radio Service) spectrum.

"Our new FWA 6 Series solutions introduce a new generation of high-performance fixed wireless technologies to take PTMP performance to a new level and is another example of Airspan's leadership in innovation and technology," - said Airspan President and CEO Eric Stonestrom. "Airspan's latest technology leverages commercial WiFi 6E chips and spectrum for gigabit broadband applications. With the importance of gigabit speeds in major government-funded programs such as RDOF, the 6 Series provides WISPS, ISPs and mobile operators with the ability to deliver network performance at fiber speeds at a much lower cost than fiber."

FAQ

Where to buy Mimosa A6?
Product availability is expected in early 2022. Please visit www.batna24.com

What kind of coverage does the Mimosa A6 have?
It all depends on the environment and noise. In general, A6 is suitable for short and long range deployments.

Why is the Mimosa A6 better than the A5x, A5c and A5 models ?
Mimosa A6 has the most efficient Wi-Fi 6E chip that provides high spectral efficiency MU-MIMO 8x8, low latency OFDMA, antenna beamforming with noise reduction, 160 MHz wide channel support in 6GHz and 5GHz band. The A6 delivers 7 Gbps throughput and guarantees gigabit speeds for customers.

Does the A6 have beamforming?
Yes. The Mimosa A6 has an integrated 24 dBi antenna with adaptive beamforming.

What client tips will work best with the Mimosa A6?
The C6x Wi-Fi 6E client radio based on 802.11ax will work best with the Mimosa A6. This allows us to provide gigabit internet access to our customers. For easy transition from existing Mimosa deployments, the C5x and C5 can be used in Wi-Fi interior mode.

Can the Mimosa C6x 8dBi basic radio be used without an antenna?
Yes. The C6x 8 dBi baseband radio can be used without an antenna for short distance connections.

For what distances is the Mimosa C6x client device dedicated?
This depends on the size of the antenna and the regulatory power settings. C6x and all X-series antenna options are available in the Mimosa Network Design Tool (NDT).

Author:
Leszek Błaszczyk

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