WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access- IEEE 802.16) is a standards-based wireless
technology (an implementation of 802.16) that provides high-throughput broadband connections. WiMAX can be used
for a number of applications, including "last mile" broadband connections, hotspot and cellular backhaul,
and high-speed enterprise connectivity for businesses.
This course provides an understanding of WiMax technologies, applications and standards. Other important topics
such as protocol layers, quality of service, throughput, coverage, interoperability, interference and security
are discussed. Basic RF theory,microwave, propagation, l/Link budget math, troubleshooting, Security foundations
and site survey are explored.
After a general introduction to wireless networks, this practical course moves quickly into the details of the
WiMax ( 802.16, 802.16a, 802.16-2004 (802.16), 802.16e), 802.16 physical, MAC (Media Access Control), 802.16 framing,
TDD , FDD, security and QoS. Real-world experiences through case studies and implementation tips located throughout
the course reference material. |
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Broadband Wireless Access: an introduction to WiMAX and IEEE 802.16
- WiMAX as a Wireless MAN Ttechnology
- Regulations
- 802.16 Benefits
- Application and Services
- "Last Mile"Broadband Connections
- Hotspot and Cellular Backhaul
- High-speed Enterprise connectivity
- 802.16 Frequency Bands
- 802.16 Family of Standards
- 802.16
- 802.16a
- 802.16-2004 (802.16)
- 802.16e
- 802.16f
- Current Deployments
- 802.16 Network Design
- 802.16 Security
- 802.16, 802.11 and HIPERMAN Interoperability
- Implementation Scenarios and Market Opportunities
802.16 Physical Layer Procedures
- Introduction to Microwave
- The original 802.16 standard and the 10-66GHz frequency band
- 802.16 Service Areas
- WiMAX’s technology for LOS and NLOS environments
- PHY Considerations
- Effect of multipath
- High Capacity Links on both the Uplink and the Downlink
- 802.16a Extension and a Lower Frequency of 2-11GHz
- What are Nonline-of-sight Connections?
- Time Division Duplexing (TDD)
- Frequency Division Duplexing (FDD)
- The 802.16e and Mobile 802.16 Clients
- Hand-off Between 802.16 Base Stations
WiMax Technical Information
- WiMax Forum
- The Interoperability Challenge
- 802.16a amendment: 2 to 11GHz
- IEEE 802.16a and ETSI HiperMAN standards
- System Profiles for 2 - 11 GHz
- 802.16a and HiperMAN standards
- The MAC profiles for both WirelessMAN (Licensed) and WirelessHUMAN (License-exempt)
- System Profiles for 10-66 GHz
- IEEE 802.16c:
- Basic ATM system MAC profile
- Basic IP system MAC profile
- 25 MHz wide channel for (typically for U.S. deployments) use in the 10-66 GHz range
- 28 MHz wide channel for (typically European deployments) use in the 10-66 GHz range
- Sub-profiles: FDD and TDD
802.16 Protocols and Mechanisms
- Radio Frequency (RF) technology, coding algorithms, Medium Access Control (MAC) protocols
- 2 to 11 GHz Bands
- The Physical Medium Dependent Layer
- The Data Link Layer
- The Network Layer
- The Transport Layer
- Physical Layer (PHY) specifications
- Channel Spacing, Modulation
- Physical Layer Architecture
- Physical Layer Operations
- 802.16 PHY (OFDM, OFDMA)
- Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
- Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (OFDMA)
- Scheduling and Link Adaptation
- Adaptive Modulation Scheme
- Binary Phase Shift Keying (BPSK)
- Quadrature Phase Shift Keying (QPSK)
- 16-Quadrature Amplitude Modulation (QAM)
- 64-QAM
- DES encryption/decryption
- Variable-rate Read-Solomon (RS)/Convolutional Coding (CC) scheme
- ARQ active on all connections
- Symmetric UL/DL traffic
- 256 point FFT OFDM PHY mode
- PHY Transmit diversity in the Downlink (DL)
- Space Time Coding (STC)
- Adaptive Antenna Systems (AAS)
- Multiple Input, Multiple Output (MIMO)
- Spatial Division Multiple Access (SDMA)
802.16 Medium Access Control (MAC)
- MAC Layer Operations
- MAC Frame Structure
- Framing in Detail
- MAC Frame Type and Classes
- Access Methods
- Security
- Synchronization
- Power management
- Variable Length Protocol Data Unit (PDU)
- Self-correcting Bandwidth Request/Grant Scheme
- Link adaptation and Automatic Repeat Request (ARQ) functions
- Fast path activities (such as scheduling, packing, fragmentation, and ARQ)
- UL and DL schedulers
- QoS on IEEE 802.16
- High bit rates (up to 268 mbps each way)
- Delivering ATM Compatible QoS: UGS, rtPS, nrtPS, and Best Effort
802.16 Security
- Security Basics
- Standard Defenses
- Denial of Service Attacks
- Hackers
- Intrusion Detection Systems
- Network Monitoring
- Threats
- Securing 802.16 Networks
- Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
- Rogue Detection, IDS, Policy Enforcement
- Policy Management
- Wireless Policy Violations
- AAA and Radius
- 802.1X Authentication and Access Control
- 802.1X Key Management
- Message Integrity
- Three Models of Connectivity
- Setting Up the DHCP Server
- Setting Up the Routing and Remote Access (VPN) Server
- Setting Up IPSec over L2TP
- Setting Up the VPN Client
- User-specific Security Policies and Roaming across Subnets
- Best Practices for a Secure Wireless Solution
- Tools and Products
Planning a 802.16 Netwrok
- Managing a 802.16 Implementation
- Requirements Analysis Steps
- Types of 802.16 Requirements
- Defining 802.16 Requirements
- Analyzing the Feasibility of a 802.16
- Subscriber Station (SS)
- Base Station (BS)
802.16 Network Ddesign
- Base Stations Locations
- Access Point Frequency Assignments
- Complete Coverage (no gaps)
- Adequate Capacity
- Rules of Thumb Don’t Work
- Design Based on Extensive Measurements
Coverage and Capacity
- Propagation and coverage
- Complete coverage of target space
- Changing environment
- Interference sources
- Capacity
- Enough capacity for expected usage
- Consideration of high- and low-density areas Throughput
- Network Scenarios
- Interworking and coexistence with mobile and cellular networks
- A Complete 802.16 Link Budget Analysis
Implementing a 802.16 Network
- Designing a 802.16
- Preparing for Operational Support of a 802.16
- Installing a 802.16
- Understand how 802.16 Complements 802.11 and 3G Nnetworks
- Packet classifier to map connections with various user applications and interfaces: Ethernet,
TDM, ATM, IP, VLAN
- Service Classes
- Unsolicited Grant Services (UGS)
- Real-Time Polling Services (rtPS)
- Non-Real-Time Polling Services (nrtPS)
Best Effort (BE) Services
- Fragmentation, Equalizers and RAKE Receivers
- Installation Options
- Performance
- Security
- Multivendor Operability
- QoS Enhancements
- Dynamic Frequency Selection, Transmit Power Control
- Upcoming Standards and Future Trends
- The evolution of HIPERLAN
- Forthcoming IR standards
- Other RF standards: DECT, Bluetooth, WATM, HomeRF
- Integration of WLAN and Cellular (Mobile Networks)
- 3GPP Standards and Mobile IP
Voice and Video over 802.16
- Delivery of Voice-over-IP (VoIP) Services
- QoS and VoIP
- Component of 802.16i for Reliable, High-quality Voice Transmission
- Real Examples and Applications
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