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[BOB] provided the router and 3G USB dongle(s).

[DTK] built the enclosure and mast.
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We need:
 * An antenna. Yagi 11dB directional antenna ./
 * A mast to elevate the antenna. Segmented ~6m mast of 45mm dowel ./
 * OpenWRT router - DLink ./
 * USB 3G dongle ./
 * Weatherproof enclosure mounted on mast ./
 * Tested on Cameron Hall ./
 * Base for the mast to stop it from moving
 * IPCam inside the enclosure to look out at the camp
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##Category Projects Active  CategoryProjectsActive

Description

The ComputerClubsCamp2012 needed an internet connection. IPoP (IP over carrier Pigeon) and laser links were discussed, but practicality prevailed and [BOB] organised a couple of 3G dongles.

In brief, put power and ethernet up a 6m pole, connect to a router with USB dongle and plug that in to a 11dB directional Yagi antenna. What could go wrong.

List of people involved

[BOB] provided the router and 3G USB dongle(s).

[DTK] built the enclosure and mast.

[MRD], [SLX], [EDO] and [*OX] helped on build night.

Project plan

We need:

  • An antenna. Yagi 11dB directional antenna ./
  • A mast to elevate the antenna. Segmented ~6m mast of 45mm dowel ./
  • OpenWRT router - DLink ./
  • USB 3G dongle ./
  • Weatherproof enclosure mounted on mast ./
  • Tested on Cameron Hall ./
  • Base for the mast to stop it from moving
  • IPCam inside the enclosure to look out at the camp