Question 1

What is microwave backhaul?

Accepted Answer

Microwave Backhaul is the term used for low latency Microwave Links that connects or joins networks/sites together, carrying Data, Voice, Video and other traffic destined for smaller networks and end user nodes. WiFi systems are limited in the distance and volume of information they can transmit, that is why they are often only used for internal networking within a building or structure or lower capacity external links. The range, capacity, latency, equipment quality and distance of Backhaul links is far superior to WiFi systems.

Question 2

What is licensed microwave?

Accepted Answer

Licensed Microwave systems or links are where frequencies are coordinated based on location(s), equipment specifications and other systems in the area. Frequencies and polarisations are then assigned specifically to the equipment at each location by the ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) for a yearly fee. When an organisation purchases a Licensed system, they are offered protection against interference through the coordination process which results in link performance at 100% of the design capability.

VIC

NSW

QLD

MV830

Licensed 2Gbps Microwave link