Scenario-based WLAN Planning Design for Port
Scenario-based Enterprise WLAN Design
Port
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Foreword
Port scenarios include quay cranes, yards, and gates. Typically, there are a small number of
sparsely distributed users in these scenarios, which have low requirements for network
capacity and are sensitive to network quality.
This design guide describes the service characteristics and WLAN requirements of port
scenarios, as well as methods, principles, and precautions for the solution high-level design
(HLD) in these scenarios.
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Objectives
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Describe common service types and pain points in port scenarios.
Understand the WLAN planning methods in port scenarios.
Have a good grasp of WLAN planning and design rules in port scenarios.
Know Huawei's WLAN construction standards for port scenarios.
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Contents
1. Port Scenario Overview
2. WLAN Planning Process for Port Scenarios
3. Huawei's WLAN Construction Standards for Port Scenarios
4. Typical WLAN Design Case in Port Scenarios
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Port Scenario Overview
Quay crane Yard Gate
1. Quay crane: A quay crane is typically 5 km to 10 km long. The main service requirements include video
surveillance for rubber tyred gantry cranes (RTG cranes) and dispatching information transmission.
2. Yard: A container yard has three to five layers of containers with a height ranging from 10 m to 20 m. The main
service requirements include video surveillance for gantry cranes and dispatching information transmission.
3. Gate: A gate involves outdoor or semi-outdoor scenarios with a building of 8 m to 10 m high. The main service
requirements include barcode scanning and photo-taking.
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Service Characteristics of Port Scenarios
Dispatching and barcode scanning Video surveillance
Services mainly running on Services that run on surveillance
handheld terminals, for example, cameras and are transferred to a
dispatching information transfer surveillance room through the
and barcode scanning intranet
Requirements on WLANs differ for these services.
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Challenges for WLANs in Port Scenarios
Least-manned or even unmanned
Security and reliability HD remote surveillance
operations
The running environment of Video surveillance is required for Currently, the labor cost accounts
mechanical devices in a port is gantry cranes and RTG cranes, for 30% of the port operation cost.
complex, requiring high stability where many metal obstacles exist. The port industry is in urgent need
and reliability. Additionally, of transformation to unmanned and
there are only a few poles for intelligent operations to reduce
installation, limiting AP human resource investment and
positions. improve production efficiency.
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Contents
1. Port Scenario Overview
2. WLAN Planning Process for Port Scenarios
3. Huawei's WLAN Construction Standards for Port Scenarios
4. Typical WLAN Design Case in Port Scenarios
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WLAN Planning Process for Port Scenarios
Requirements collection
Site survey
Device model selection
Coverage design
Capacity design
Deployment design
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Requirements Collection in Port Scenarios
Item Description Remarks
Floor plan Provide longitude and latitude information for the map view.
Coverage area Determine coverage areas.
Describe service types, such as barcode scanning, photo taking, and video
Service type
surveillance.
Operating frequency bands of STAs Determine whether STAs support the 5 GHz frequency band.
Number of channels and local EIRP
For details, see the WLAN Country Codes and Channels Compliance.
limit
Signal strength Typically, the signal strength for outdoor scenarios is not less than –70 dBm.
Number of STAs and per-STA Determine the number and per capita bandwidth of STAs such as cameras and
bandwidth barcode scanners.
Determine the heights of gantry cranes, shoreside RTG cranes, containers, lamp
Height of mechanical equipment
poles, etc.
Installation mode Determine the AP installation height.
Positions where the WLAN connects to
Switch position By default, switches are installed in an ELV room.
the uplink switches
You can prepare a requirement collection checklist to collect and record customer requirements to avoid missing anything.
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Site Survey Information Collection
Item Description Remarks
Westports, Malaysia (latitude: 2.9510989, longitude: Provide longitude and latitude information for the map
Floor plan
101.3126052) view.
Coverage area Main roads of quay cranes and yards Determine coverage areas.
Describe service types, such as barcode scanning, photo
Service type Barcode scanning, video backhaul for gantry cranes
taking, and video surveillance.
Determine whether STAs support the 5 GHz frequency
Operating frequency bands of STAs 5 GHz frequency band
band.
Number of channels and local EIRP The EIRP limit can be broken. For details, see the WLAN Country Codes and Channels
limit For the number of channels, see the reference. Compliance.
Typically, the signal strength for outdoor scenarios is not
Signal strength –70 dBm
less than –70 dBm.
There are 20 gantry cranes and 50 barcode scanners. Each
Number of STAs and per-STA Determine the number and per capita bandwidth of STAs
gantry crane has four cameras, each of which requires 2–4
bandwidth such as cameras and barcode scanners.
Mbps bandwidth.
Containers are placed with a maximum of five layers, around Determine the heights of gantry cranes, shoreside RTG
Height of mechanical equipment
15 m high. Gantry cranes are 20 m high. cranes, containers, lamp poles, etc.
Pole mounting is used. Leverage existing lamp poles, and a
Installation mode Determine the AP installation height.
few new poles can be installed.
Switch position Positions where the WLAN connects to the uplink switches By default, switches are installed in an ELV room.
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Device Model Selection Factors
An AP typically supports 4 to 16 spatial streams. An AP with more spatial streams supports higher throughput
MIMO and larger access capacity. Therefore, select APs with a proper number of spatial streams based on the
application scenario and access density.
Outdoor APs support omnidirectional and directional antennas.
Antenna In an outdoor scenario, directional antennas are used for long-distance signal coverage and wireless backhaul,
while omnidirectional antennas are used for short-distance signal coverage.
Limitations over the Wi-Fi transmit power vary depending on the country code. When the transmit power gets
Maximum transmit power
closer to the specified upper limit, the transmitted signal is stronger and the coverage distance is longer. For
(combined power)
details, see the Country Codes and Channels Compliance in the product documentation.
A higher antenna gain indicates a stronger signal strength and longer coverage distance. Select antennas with a
Antenna gain
proper gain based on site requirements.
The power supply mode varies with the deployment scenario. Currently, PoE power supply is used in most
Power supply
scenarios. The DC power supply is also supported. In addition, power backup is allowed.
The Wi-Fi standard has evolved to the sixth generation, and each generation of the standard is compatible with
Wi-Fi standard earlier ones. The latest Wi-Fi 6 standard greatly improves the Wi-Fi speed and capacity, and achieves a four-fold
increase in the throughput and capacity. Therefore, Wi-Fi 6 APs are recommended.
As the Internet of Things (IoT) comes into widespread use, deploying an IoT network independently will cause
Other features repeated cabling, separate management and O&M, and high hardware and O&M investment. Therefore, it is
recommended that IoT scalability be considered when you select Wi-Fi APs.
... ...
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Selecting APs in Port Scenarios
AP AirEngine 8760R-X1E AirEngine 6760R-51E
Image
8+8, 4+4+4, or 4+4+independent
4+4
MIMO scanning
Antenna External antenna External antenna
Maximum transmit power
33 dBm/33 dBm 30 dBm/30 dBm
(combined power)
Depending on the external antenna Depending on the external antenna
Antenna gain model model
Maximum power consumption 53.2 W 35.3 W (excluding USB)
Power supply PoE (802.3bt) PoE (802.3bt)
Operating temperature –40℃ to +65℃ –40℃ to +65℃
Other features USB, IoT, and Bluetooth 5.0 USB, IoT, and Bluetooth 5.0
Recommended scenarios Outdoor roads, backhaul Outdoor roads, backhaul
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Selecting Antennas in Port Scenarios
The following antennas and auxiliary materials are applicable to the AirEngine 6760R-51E and AirEngine 8760R-X1E.
Antenna Part Number 27013721 27013720 27013719 27013718
External Model ANTDG0407A1NS ANTDG0808D4NR ANTDG1313D4NR ANTDG1316D4NR
Antenna Type Omnidirectional Directional Directional Directional
Radios 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Gain (dBi) 4/7 8/8 13/13 13/16
Horizontal
360/360 70/70 33/30 33/18
(Degree)
Beamwidth
Vertical
30/15 70/70 33/30 33/18
(Degree)
33 mm x 380 mm x 380 mm 33 mm x 380 mm x 380 mm
φ 23.8 mm x 235 mm 40 mm x 220 mm x 220 mm
Dimensions (H x W x D) (1.30 in. x 14.96 in. x 14.96 (1.30 in. x 14.96 in. x 14.96
(diameter x length) (1.57 in. x 8.66 in. x 8.66 in.)
in.) in.)
1 x Type N male connector 4 x Type N female connector 4 x Type N female connector 4 x Type N female connector
Connector Type
(single-polarized) (dual-polarized) (dual-polarized) (dual-polarized)
Auxiliary materials
Part Number Material Description
04130033 Feeder RF Cable,3m,N50SM-V,COAX50-7.2/2.74B,N50SM-V,RG8 Jumper
27110001 Load
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Signal Coverage Analysis
Requirements analysis Site survey Coverage analysis
The –70 dBm edge field Conduct a site survey to test By default, in an outdoor open environment, the transmission
strength is required. the field strength of STAs at attenuation is calculated based on the outdoor open space
fixed points. model using this formula: L = 42.6 + 26lg(d) + 20lg(f).
Signal field strength = AP transmit power + Transmit antenna
gain + Receive antenna gain – Transmission attenuation –
Feeder attenuation – Penetration attenuation
100 m
Signal field strength of the mobile phone (5 GHz) = 21 (recommended AP transmit power) + 13 (transmit antenna gain) + 0 (receive antenna gain) – 92
(transmission attenuation) – 3 (feeder attenuation) – 5 (attenuation caused by the cab glass) = –66 dBm
Therefore, the edge field strength at a distance of 100 m meets the network planning requirement.
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Coverage Distances of Common APs and Antennas
2.4G 5G
110 m
110 m
190 m 190 m
40 m 20 m
30 m
80 m
AirEngine 6760R-51
AirEngine 8760R-X1
AirEngine 8760R-X1 AirEngine 6760R-51
220 m 220 m
150 m
160 m 130 m
110 m
15 m 15 m 15 m 70 m 80 m
8 m 10 m 15 m
27013718
27013719 27013720
27013721 27013718 27013719 27013720
27013721
By default, in an outdoor open environment, assume the following: 2.4 GHz EIRP ≥ 27, 5 GHz EIRP ≥ 30, and uplink/downlink
edge field strength of –70 dBm.
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Common Services and Average Bandwidth
in Port Scenarios
Single-Service Baseline Rate (kbps) Proportion of Services in Port Scenarios
Service Type
Excellent Good Quay Crane Yard Gate
Web browsing 8000 4000 10% 10% 50%
Surveillance camera
16000 12000 40% 40% 20%
(1080p)
VoIP (voice) 256 128 30% 30% 15%
Instant messaging 512 256 20% 20% 15%
Average bandwidth in each scenario (Mbps) 8 8 8
If the bandwidth requirement in a specific scenario is not specified, evaluate the required
bandwidth based on the table above.
The average bandwidth required in different scenarios is the sum of the single-service
baseline rates of different service types multiplied by their proportions.
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Number of Concurrent STAs Supported by a
Single AP (1/2)
The number of concurrent STAs supported by an AP is used to calculate the number of APs required to
meet the capacity requirement while meeting the coverage requirement.
Maximum number of concurrent STAs supported by a Wi-Fi 6 AP at different bandwidths
(assuming that all STAs support Wi-Fi 6 and dual spatial streams)
Maximum Number of Maximum Number of Maximum Number of
No. STA Access Bandwidth Concurrent STAs (Single- Concurrent STAs (Dual Concurrent STAs (Triple
Radio) Radios) Radios)
1 2 Mbps 56 85 141
2 4 Mbps 39 56 95
3 6 Mbps 27 38 65
4 8 Mbps 21 30 51
5 16 Mbps 12 18 30
The preceding table lists the specifications of an AP (Wi-Fi 6, 4x4 MIMO, HE40). For details
about other specifications, see the WLAN Planning Specifications.
For example, 200 STAs are connected to the network, with the concurrency rate of 30%. That is, only 60 STAs run services concurrently. When
both APs and STAs comply with Wi-Fi 6, a single STA requires 8 Mbps bandwidth and a dual-band AP (4x4 MIMO) supports concurrent access of
30 STAs (2x2 MIMO). Therefore, two APs are required to meet the capacity requirement.
The WLAN physical rate refers to the PHY rate of the air interface, that is, the rate that can be reached by the physical layer of the air interface.
The PHY rate is described in the product documentation.
The rate in the preceding table is the rate at the application layer. The actual rate at the application layer is lower than the PHY rate because the
actual rate at the application layer is calculated by subtracting various overheads from the air interface rate.
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Number of Concurrent STAs Supported by a
Single AP (2/2)
Change trends in the number of concurrent STAs and total bandwidth supported by an AP
at different per-STA bandwidths
Maximum number of concurrent STAs supported Total bandwidth supported by a Wi-Fi 6 AP
by a Wi-Fi 6 AP at different bandwidths at different per-STA bandwidths
(STA: Wi-Fi 6, dual spatial streams) 600
160
500
140 141 480
120
400 408
380 390
100
95
85 300
80 282 288
240
65 224 228
60
56 56 200 192
51 170
156 162 168
40 39 38
112
27 30 30 100
20 21 18
12
0 0
2Mbps 4Mbps 6Mbps 8Mbps 16Mbps 2Mbps 4Mbps 6Mbps 8Mbps 16Mbps
单频最大并发终端数Max. concurrent STAs 双频最大并发终端数Max. concurrent STAs 三频最大并发终端数Max. concurrent STAs 单频总带宽Total bandwidth 双频总带宽Total bandwidth 三频总带宽Total bandwidth
on a single radio on dual radios on triple radios on a single radio on dual radios on triple radios
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
AP Deployment Rules
Deploy APs at proper positions, avoiding obstacles
and providing Wi-Fi coverage along main roads.
1. Avoid obstacles, such as containers and mechanical equipment, and
provide Wi-Fi coverage along main roads.
2. Ensure that the front side of an AP faces the target coverage area
and the AP is far away from interference sources.
3. PoE adapters are recommended for supplying power to outdoor
APs, and optical fibers are recommended for uplink connections.
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
AP Installation Mode and Rules
Pole mounting
Pole mounting is typically used in port scenarios. External antennas are connected to APs through
feeders, and provide Wi-Fi coverage toward the direction of a road. The 13 dBi dual-band antenna (part
number: 27013719) is recommended in this scenario.
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Contents
1. Port Scenario Overview
2. WLAN Planning Process for Port Scenarios
3. Huawei's WLAN Construction Standards for Port Scenarios
4. Typical WLAN Design Case in Port Scenarios
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Sub-scenarios Involved in WLAN Construction
Standards
Quay crane scenario Yard scenario Gate scenario
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Network Construction Standard for Quay Crane
Scenarios
Scenario description Network construction standard
1. Service type: 1. Experience rate: 16 Mbps; endurance rate: 8
Video surveillance, instant Mbps
messaging, etc. 2. Capacity KPI:
2. Number of STAs: Number of STAs on a single AP: 60
Typically, 4 cameras per RTG crane Concurrency rate: 50%
20 users per kilometer 3. Coverage KPI: RSSI @ 95% area ≥ –70 dBm
3. Space size: 4. Other KPIs:
Cab at a height of 15–20 m Roaming latency: < 20 ms @ packet loss rate
Quay crane of 10-5
Latency for key services (such as video and
audio): < 10 ms
One scenario, one policy
Recommended AP Installation
Scenario Aesthetics Capacity Coverage Network Planning Solution
Model Mode
Deploy a single AP and
Outdoor AP +
Cab Pole omnidirectional antennas for
Low Low High omnidirectional
(dispatch) mounting coverage.
antenna (coverage)
2.4G @ HE20; 5G @ HE20
Deploy the same AP as that for
Outdoor AP +
Video Pole coverage, and install directional
Low High High directional antenna
surveillance mounting antennas for backhaul.
(backhaul)
Cab (dispatch) 2.4G @ HE20; 5G @ HE80
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Network Planning Solution for Quay Crane
Scenarios
RTG crane backhaul + cab coverage
Pole-mounted AP (root)
AP mounted on an RTG crane (leaf)
P2MP
Suggestions for network planning and deployment
Backhaul distance ≤ 1 km: One MPP can connect to as many as When the distance between the MPP and MP is greater than 5
six MPs. km, it is recommended that a trunk AP be deployed.
1 km < backhaul distance ≤ 3 km: It is recommended that one To ensure data transmission quality, it is recommended that
MPP connect to a maximum of three MPs. signals be relayed for only one time.
Backhaul distance > 3 km: Point-to-point networking is The backhaul distances on this page are not subject to the EIRP
recommended, with a single-hop distance of up to 5 km. limit.
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Network Construction Standard for Yard
Scenarios
Scenario description Network construction standard
1. Service type: 1. Experience rate: 16 Mbps; endurance rate: 8
Video surveillance, code scanning, and Mbps
instant messaging 2. Capacity KPI:
2. Number of users: Number of STAs on a single AP: 60
1 user per 100 m2
Concurrency rate: 50%
3. Space size:
3. Coverage KPI: RSSI @ 95% area ≥ –70 dBm
Container height: about 15 m; gantry
crane height: about 20 m; road width: 4. Other KPIs:
10–15 m Roaming latency: < 20 ms @ packet loss rate
Gantry crane of 10-5
Latency for key services (such as video and
audio): < 10 ms
One scenario, one policy
Recommended AP Installation
Scenario Aesthetics Capacity Coverage Network Planning Solution
Model Mode
Outdoor AP + Deploy a single AP and
omnidirectional omnidirectional antennas for
Ground Low Low High Pole mounting
antenna coverage.
(coverage) 2.4G @ HE20; 5G @ HE20
Outdoor AP + Deploy the same AP as that for
Video directional coverage, and install directional
Low High High Pole mounting
Ground surveillance antenna antennas for backhaul.
(backhaul) 2.4G @ HE20; 5G @ HE80
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Network Planning Solution for Yard Scenarios
Gantry crane backhaul + cab coverage Ground coverage
Pole-mounted
AP (root)
130 m 130 m
AP mounted on a
P2MP Coverage gantry crane (leaf)
Suggestions for network planning and deployment
Backhaul distance ≤ 1 km: One MPP can connect to as many as six MPs. When the distance between the MPP and MP is greater than 5 km, it is
1 km < backhaul distance ≤ 3 km: It is recommended that one MPP recommended that a trunk AP be deployed.
connect to a maximum of three MPs. To ensure data transmission quality, it is recommended that signals be
Backhaul distance > 3 km: Point-to-point networking is recommended, relayed for only one time.
with a single-hop distance of up to 5 km. The backhaul distances on this page are not subject to the EIRP limit.
Deploy APs for coverage by referring to the coverage mode shown in the right figure. That is, one AP with two directional antennas is used to provideWi-
Fi coverage along a main road. The recommended distance between APs is 240–250 m.
The 13 dBi dual-band antenna (part number: 27013719) is recommended in this scenario. Note that an installation height of about 4 m is recommended.
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Network Construction Standard for Gate
Scenarios
Scenario description Network construction standard
1. Service type: 1. Experience rate: 50 Mbps; endurance rate: 8
Code scanning, video, and photo Mbps
taking 2. Capacity KPI:
2. Number of users: Number of STAs on a single AP: 60
1 user per 4–5 m2
Concurrency rate: 50%
3. Story height
3. Coverage KPI: RSSI @ 95% area ≥ –70 dBm
Indoor: 4–6 m
Semi-outdoor: 8–10 m 4. Other KPIs:
Roaming latency: < 20 ms @ packet loss rate
of 10-5
Latency for key services (such as video and
Gate audio): < 10 ms
One scenario, one policy
Recommended AP Installation
Scenario Aesthetics Capacity Coverage Network Planning Solution
Model Mode
It is recommended that APs be
Outdoor AP +
Ceiling or wall deployed at equal spacing of 30
Gate Low Low High omnidirectional
mounting m (2.4G @ HE20; 5G @ HE40).
antenna
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Network Planning Solution for Gate Scenarios
Gate coverage scenario
Suggestions for network planning and
30 m deployment
Use outdoor APs and omnidirectional
antennas for coverage.
30 m 30 m The left figure shows the AP positions.
W-shaped deployment
Recommended AP spacing: 30 m
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Contents
1. Port Scenario Overview
2. WLAN Planning Process for Port Scenarios
3. Huawei's WLAN Construction Standards for Port Scenarios
4. Typical WLAN Design Case in Port Scenarios
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WLAN Design Case for a Port
Collect the floor plan and requirement information.
Main coverage scenario: main roads
This scenario does not allow for installation of
new poles. Mount APs on existing lamp poles.
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Project Requirements
• The following table lists customer requirements collected.
Item Result
Coverage area Key coverage area: main roads
Field strength –70 dBm
Number of access users About 60 operational staff, relatively concentrated
Bandwidth At least 4 Mbps for each user to support video transfer
Coverage mode Outdoor AP + external antenna
Power supply mode Power supply by PoE adapters
Switch position N/A
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Obstacle Drawing
Create a project on the tool (https://serviceturbo-cloud.huawei.com), import a floor plan,
set the scale, and draw obstacles based on the collected wall materials. Multiple common
wall materials are available on the tool.
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AP Position Planning
Directional antennas
are used to cover
straight roads, with AP
spacing of 200 m
(restricted by the
positions of lamp poles
on the live network).
After drawing obstacles, you can deploy APs based on the corresponding network construction
standards. The preceding figure shows the deployment result.
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Simulation and Rendering
After the deployment is complete, you can use the tool to view the simulation effect diagram. The
effect diagram shows the signal coverage status, which needs to meet the customer's signal
coverage requirements.
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Quiz
1. Which of the following are common service types in port projects?
A. Camera video backhaul
B. Code scanning
C. Dispatching information transfer
2. In outdoor road coverage scenarios of a port, it is recommended that APs and dual directional
antennas be used to provide back-to-back coverage. The 5 GHz edge field strength is –70 dBm.
Considering 15% overlapping coverage, which of the following is the recommended rounded-up
spacing value between APs?
A. 110 m
B. 130 m
C. 240 m
D. 247 m
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Summary
Typical WLAN service types and challenges in port scenarios
WLAN planning process for port scenarios
Huawei's WLAN construction standards and planning rules for port scenarios
Typical WLAN planning case in port scenarios
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每个组织，构建万物互联的智能世界。
Bring digital to every person, home, and
organization for a fully connected,
intelligent world.
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the future financial and operating results, future product
portfolio, new technology, etc. There are a number of factors
that
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Therefore, such information is provided for reference purpose
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may change the information at any time without notice.
Port
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Foreword
Port scenarios include quay cranes, yards, and gates. Typically, there are a small number of
sparsely distributed users in these scenarios, which have low requirements for network
capacity and are sensitive to network quality.
This design guide describes the service characteristics and WLAN requirements of port
scenarios, as well as methods, principles, and precautions for the solution high-level design
(HLD) in these scenarios.
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Objectives
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Describe common service types and pain points in port scenarios.
Understand the WLAN planning methods in port scenarios.
Have a good grasp of WLAN planning and design rules in port scenarios.
Know Huawei's WLAN construction standards for port scenarios.
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Contents
1. Port Scenario Overview
2. WLAN Planning Process for Port Scenarios
3. Huawei's WLAN Construction Standards for Port Scenarios
4. Typical WLAN Design Case in Port Scenarios
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Port Scenario Overview
Quay crane Yard Gate
1. Quay crane: A quay crane is typically 5 km to 10 km long. The main service requirements include video
surveillance for rubber tyred gantry cranes (RTG cranes) and dispatching information transmission.
2. Yard: A container yard has three to five layers of containers with a height ranging from 10 m to 20 m. The main
service requirements include video surveillance for gantry cranes and dispatching information transmission.
3. Gate: A gate involves outdoor or semi-outdoor scenarios with a building of 8 m to 10 m high. The main service
requirements include barcode scanning and photo-taking.
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Service Characteristics of Port Scenarios
Dispatching and barcode scanning Video surveillance
Services mainly running on Services that run on surveillance
handheld terminals, for example, cameras and are transferred to a
dispatching information transfer surveillance room through the
and barcode scanning intranet
Requirements on WLANs differ for these services.
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Challenges for WLANs in Port Scenarios
Least-manned or even unmanned
Security and reliability HD remote surveillance
operations
The running environment of Video surveillance is required for Currently, the labor cost accounts
mechanical devices in a port is gantry cranes and RTG cranes, for 30% of the port operation cost.
complex, requiring high stability where many metal obstacles exist. The port industry is in urgent need
and reliability. Additionally, of transformation to unmanned and
there are only a few poles for intelligent operations to reduce
installation, limiting AP human resource investment and
positions. improve production efficiency.
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Contents
1. Port Scenario Overview
2. WLAN Planning Process for Port Scenarios
3. Huawei's WLAN Construction Standards for Port Scenarios
4. Typical WLAN Design Case in Port Scenarios
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WLAN Planning Process for Port Scenarios
Requirements collection
Site survey
Device model selection
Coverage design
Capacity design
Deployment design
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Requirements Collection in Port Scenarios
Item Description Remarks
Floor plan Provide longitude and latitude information for the map view.
Coverage area Determine coverage areas.
Describe service types, such as barcode scanning, photo taking, and video
Service type
surveillance.
Operating frequency bands of STAs Determine whether STAs support the 5 GHz frequency band.
Number of channels and local EIRP
For details, see the WLAN Country Codes and Channels Compliance.
limit
Signal strength Typically, the signal strength for outdoor scenarios is not less than –70 dBm.
Number of STAs and per-STA Determine the number and per capita bandwidth of STAs such as cameras and
bandwidth barcode scanners.
Determine the heights of gantry cranes, shoreside RTG cranes, containers, lamp
Height of mechanical equipment
poles, etc.
Installation mode Determine the AP installation height.
Positions where the WLAN connects to
Switch position By default, switches are installed in an ELV room.
the uplink switches
You can prepare a requirement collection checklist to collect and record customer requirements to avoid missing anything.
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Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Site Survey Information Collection
Item Description Remarks
Westports, Malaysia (latitude: 2.9510989, longitude: Provide longitude and latitude information for the map
Floor plan
101.3126052) view.
Coverage area Main roads of quay cranes and yards Determine coverage areas.
Describe service types, such as barcode scanning, photo
Service type Barcode scanning, video backhaul for gantry cranes
taking, and video surveillance.
Determine whether STAs support the 5 GHz frequency
Operating frequency bands of STAs 5 GHz frequency band
band.
Number of channels and local EIRP The EIRP limit can be broken. For details, see the WLAN Country Codes and Channels
limit For the number of channels, see the reference. Compliance.
Typically, the signal strength for outdoor scenarios is not
Signal strength –70 dBm
less than –70 dBm.
There are 20 gantry cranes and 50 barcode scanners. Each
Number of STAs and per-STA Determine the number and per capita bandwidth of STAs
gantry crane has four cameras, each of which requires 2–4
bandwidth such as cameras and barcode scanners.
Mbps bandwidth.
Containers are placed with a maximum of five layers, around Determine the heights of gantry cranes, shoreside RTG
Height of mechanical equipment
15 m high. Gantry cranes are 20 m high. cranes, containers, lamp poles, etc.
Pole mounting is used. Leverage existing lamp poles, and a
Installation mode Determine the AP installation height.
few new poles can be installed.
Switch position Positions where the WLAN connects to the uplink switches By default, switches are installed in an ELV room.
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Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Device Model Selection Factors
An AP typically supports 4 to 16 spatial streams. An AP with more spatial streams supports higher throughput
MIMO and larger access capacity. Therefore, select APs with a proper number of spatial streams based on the
application scenario and access density.
Outdoor APs support omnidirectional and directional antennas.
Antenna In an outdoor scenario, directional antennas are used for long-distance signal coverage and wireless backhaul,
while omnidirectional antennas are used for short-distance signal coverage.
Limitations over the Wi-Fi transmit power vary depending on the country code. When the transmit power gets
Maximum transmit power
closer to the specified upper limit, the transmitted signal is stronger and the coverage distance is longer. For
(combined power)
details, see the Country Codes and Channels Compliance in the product documentation.
A higher antenna gain indicates a stronger signal strength and longer coverage distance. Select antennas with a
Antenna gain
proper gain based on site requirements.
The power supply mode varies with the deployment scenario. Currently, PoE power supply is used in most
Power supply
scenarios. The DC power supply is also supported. In addition, power backup is allowed.
The Wi-Fi standard has evolved to the sixth generation, and each generation of the standard is compatible with
Wi-Fi standard earlier ones. The latest Wi-Fi 6 standard greatly improves the Wi-Fi speed and capacity, and achieves a four-fold
increase in the throughput and capacity. Therefore, Wi-Fi 6 APs are recommended.
As the Internet of Things (IoT) comes into widespread use, deploying an IoT network independently will cause
Other features repeated cabling, separate management and O&M, and high hardware and O&M investment. Therefore, it is
recommended that IoT scalability be considered when you select Wi-Fi APs.
... ...
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Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Selecting APs in Port Scenarios
AP AirEngine 8760R-X1E AirEngine 6760R-51E
Image
8+8, 4+4+4, or 4+4+independent
4+4
MIMO scanning
Antenna External antenna External antenna
Maximum transmit power
33 dBm/33 dBm 30 dBm/30 dBm
(combined power)
Depending on the external antenna Depending on the external antenna
Antenna gain model model
Maximum power consumption 53.2 W 35.3 W (excluding USB)
Power supply PoE (802.3bt) PoE (802.3bt)
Operating temperature –40℃ to +65℃ –40℃ to +65℃
Other features USB, IoT, and Bluetooth 5.0 USB, IoT, and Bluetooth 5.0
Recommended scenarios Outdoor roads, backhaul Outdoor roads, backhaul
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Collection Selection Design Design Design
Selecting Antennas in Port Scenarios
The following antennas and auxiliary materials are applicable to the AirEngine 6760R-51E and AirEngine 8760R-X1E.
Antenna Part Number 27013721 27013720 27013719 27013718
External Model ANTDG0407A1NS ANTDG0808D4NR ANTDG1313D4NR ANTDG1316D4NR
Antenna Type Omnidirectional Directional Directional Directional
Radios 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Gain (dBi) 4/7 8/8 13/13 13/16
Horizontal
360/360 70/70 33/30 33/18
(Degree)
Beamwidth
Vertical
30/15 70/70 33/30 33/18
(Degree)
33 mm x 380 mm x 380 mm 33 mm x 380 mm x 380 mm
φ 23.8 mm x 235 mm 40 mm x 220 mm x 220 mm
Dimensions (H x W x D) (1.30 in. x 14.96 in. x 14.96 (1.30 in. x 14.96 in. x 14.96
(diameter x length) (1.57 in. x 8.66 in. x 8.66 in.)
in.) in.)
1 x Type N male connector 4 x Type N female connector 4 x Type N female connector 4 x Type N female connector
Connector Type
(single-polarized) (dual-polarized) (dual-polarized) (dual-polarized)
Auxiliary materials
Part Number Material Description
04130033 Feeder RF Cable,3m,N50SM-V,COAX50-7.2/2.74B,N50SM-V,RG8 Jumper
27110001 Load
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Signal Coverage Analysis
Requirements analysis Site survey Coverage analysis
The –70 dBm edge field Conduct a site survey to test By default, in an outdoor open environment, the transmission
strength is required. the field strength of STAs at attenuation is calculated based on the outdoor open space
fixed points. model using this formula: L = 42.6 + 26lg(d) + 20lg(f).
Signal field strength = AP transmit power + Transmit antenna
gain + Receive antenna gain – Transmission attenuation –
Feeder attenuation – Penetration attenuation
100 m
Signal field strength of the mobile phone (5 GHz) = 21 (recommended AP transmit power) + 13 (transmit antenna gain) + 0 (receive antenna gain) – 92
(transmission attenuation) – 3 (feeder attenuation) – 5 (attenuation caused by the cab glass) = –66 dBm
Therefore, the edge field strength at a distance of 100 m meets the network planning requirement.
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Coverage Distances of Common APs and Antennas
2.4G 5G
110 m
110 m
190 m 190 m
40 m 20 m
30 m
80 m
AirEngine 6760R-51
AirEngine 8760R-X1
AirEngine 8760R-X1 AirEngine 6760R-51
220 m 220 m
150 m
160 m 130 m
110 m
15 m 15 m 15 m 70 m 80 m
8 m 10 m 15 m
27013718
27013719 27013720
27013721 27013718 27013719 27013720
27013721
By default, in an outdoor open environment, assume the following: 2.4 GHz EIRP ≥ 27, 5 GHz EIRP ≥ 30, and uplink/downlink
edge field strength of –70 dBm.
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Requirements Device Model Coverage Capacity Deployment
Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
Common Services and Average Bandwidth
in Port Scenarios
Single-Service Baseline Rate (kbps) Proportion of Services in Port Scenarios
Service Type
Excellent Good Quay Crane Yard Gate
Web browsing 8000 4000 10% 10% 50%
Surveillance camera
16000 12000 40% 40% 20%
(1080p)
VoIP (voice) 256 128 30% 30% 15%
Instant messaging 512 256 20% 20% 15%
Average bandwidth in each scenario (Mbps) 8 8 8
If the bandwidth requirement in a specific scenario is not specified, evaluate the required
bandwidth based on the table above.
The average bandwidth required in different scenarios is the sum of the single-service
baseline rates of different service types multiplied by their proportions.
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Collection Selection Design Design Design
Number of Concurrent STAs Supported by a
Single AP (1/2)
The number of concurrent STAs supported by an AP is used to calculate the number of APs required to
meet the capacity requirement while meeting the coverage requirement.
Maximum number of concurrent STAs supported by a Wi-Fi 6 AP at different bandwidths
(assuming that all STAs support Wi-Fi 6 and dual spatial streams)
Maximum Number of Maximum Number of Maximum Number of
No. STA Access Bandwidth Concurrent STAs (Single- Concurrent STAs (Dual Concurrent STAs (Triple
Radio) Radios) Radios)
1 2 Mbps 56 85 141
2 4 Mbps 39 56 95
3 6 Mbps 27 38 65
4 8 Mbps 21 30 51
5 16 Mbps 12 18 30
The preceding table lists the specifications of an AP (Wi-Fi 6, 4x4 MIMO, HE40). For details
about other specifications, see the WLAN Planning Specifications.
For example, 200 STAs are connected to the network, with the concurrency rate of 30%. That is, only 60 STAs run services concurrently. When
both APs and STAs comply with Wi-Fi 6, a single STA requires 8 Mbps bandwidth and a dual-band AP (4x4 MIMO) supports concurrent access of
30 STAs (2x2 MIMO). Therefore, two APs are required to meet the capacity requirement.
The WLAN physical rate refers to the PHY rate of the air interface, that is, the rate that can be reached by the physical layer of the air interface.
The PHY rate is described in the product documentation.
The rate in the preceding table is the rate at the application layer. The actual rate at the application layer is lower than the PHY rate because the
actual rate at the application layer is calculated by subtracting various overheads from the air interface rate.
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Collection Selection Design Design Design
Number of Concurrent STAs Supported by a
Single AP (2/2)
Change trends in the number of concurrent STAs and total bandwidth supported by an AP
at different per-STA bandwidths
Maximum number of concurrent STAs supported Total bandwidth supported by a Wi-Fi 6 AP
by a Wi-Fi 6 AP at different bandwidths at different per-STA bandwidths
(STA: Wi-Fi 6, dual spatial streams) 600
160
500
140 141 480
120
400 408
380 390
100
95
85 300
80 282 288
240
65 224 228
60
56 56 200 192
51 170
156 162 168
40 39 38
112
27 30 30 100
20 21 18
12
0 0
2Mbps 4Mbps 6Mbps 8Mbps 16Mbps 2Mbps 4Mbps 6Mbps 8Mbps 16Mbps
单频最大并发终端数Max. concurrent STAs 双频最大并发终端数Max. concurrent STAs 三频最大并发终端数Max. concurrent STAs 单频总带宽Total bandwidth 双频总带宽Total bandwidth 三频总带宽Total bandwidth
on a single radio on dual radios on triple radios on a single radio on dual radios on triple radios
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Collection Selection Design Design Design
AP Deployment Rules
Deploy APs at proper positions, avoiding obstacles
and providing Wi-Fi coverage along main roads.
1. Avoid obstacles, such as containers and mechanical equipment, and
provide Wi-Fi coverage along main roads.
2. Ensure that the front side of an AP faces the target coverage area
and the AP is far away from interference sources.
3. PoE adapters are recommended for supplying power to outdoor
APs, and optical fibers are recommended for uplink connections.
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Site Survey
Collection Selection Design Design Design
AP Installation Mode and Rules
Pole mounting
Pole mounting is typically used in port scenarios. External antennas are connected to APs through
feeders, and provide Wi-Fi coverage toward the direction of a road. The 13 dBi dual-band antenna (part
number: 27013719) is recommended in this scenario.
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Contents
1. Port Scenario Overview
2. WLAN Planning Process for Port Scenarios
3. Huawei's WLAN Construction Standards for Port Scenarios
4. Typical WLAN Design Case in Port Scenarios
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Sub-scenarios Involved in WLAN Construction
Standards
Quay crane scenario Yard scenario Gate scenario
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Network Construction Standard for Quay Crane
Scenarios
Scenario description Network construction standard
1. Service type: 1. Experience rate: 16 Mbps; endurance rate: 8
Video surveillance, instant Mbps
messaging, etc. 2. Capacity KPI:
2. Number of STAs: Number of STAs on a single AP: 60
Typically, 4 cameras per RTG crane Concurrency rate: 50%
20 users per kilometer 3. Coverage KPI: RSSI @ 95% area ≥ –70 dBm
3. Space size: 4. Other KPIs:
Cab at a height of 15–20 m Roaming latency: < 20 ms @ packet loss rate
Quay crane of 10-5
Latency for key services (such as video and
audio): < 10 ms
One scenario, one policy
Recommended AP Installation
Scenario Aesthetics Capacity Coverage Network Planning Solution
Model Mode
Deploy a single AP and
Outdoor AP +
Cab Pole omnidirectional antennas for
Low Low High omnidirectional
(dispatch) mounting coverage.
antenna (coverage)
2.4G @ HE20; 5G @ HE20
Deploy the same AP as that for
Outdoor AP +
Video Pole coverage, and install directional
Low High High directional antenna
surveillance mounting antennas for backhaul.
(backhaul)
Cab (dispatch) 2.4G @ HE20; 5G @ HE80
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Network Planning Solution for Quay Crane
Scenarios
RTG crane backhaul + cab coverage
Pole-mounted AP (root)
AP mounted on an RTG crane (leaf)
P2MP
Suggestions for network planning and deployment
Backhaul distance ≤ 1 km: One MPP can connect to as many as When the distance between the MPP and MP is greater than 5
six MPs. km, it is recommended that a trunk AP be deployed.
1 km < backhaul distance ≤ 3 km: It is recommended that one To ensure data transmission quality, it is recommended that
MPP connect to a maximum of three MPs. signals be relayed for only one time.
Backhaul distance > 3 km: Point-to-point networking is The backhaul distances on this page are not subject to the EIRP
recommended, with a single-hop distance of up to 5 km. limit.
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Network Construction Standard for Yard
Scenarios
Scenario description Network construction standard
1. Service type: 1. Experience rate: 16 Mbps; endurance rate: 8
Video surveillance, code scanning, and Mbps
instant messaging 2. Capacity KPI:
2. Number of users: Number of STAs on a single AP: 60
1 user per 100 m2
Concurrency rate: 50%
3. Space size:
3. Coverage KPI: RSSI @ 95% area ≥ –70 dBm
Container height: about 15 m; gantry
crane height: about 20 m; road width: 4. Other KPIs:
10–15 m Roaming latency: < 20 ms @ packet loss rate
Gantry crane of 10-5
Latency for key services (such as video and
audio): < 10 ms
One scenario, one policy
Recommended AP Installation
Scenario Aesthetics Capacity Coverage Network Planning Solution
Model Mode
Outdoor AP + Deploy a single AP and
omnidirectional omnidirectional antennas for
Ground Low Low High Pole mounting
antenna coverage.
(coverage) 2.4G @ HE20; 5G @ HE20
Outdoor AP + Deploy the same AP as that for
Video directional coverage, and install directional
Low High High Pole mounting
Ground surveillance antenna antennas for backhaul.
(backhaul) 2.4G @ HE20; 5G @ HE80
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Network Planning Solution for Yard Scenarios
Gantry crane backhaul + cab coverage Ground coverage
Pole-mounted
AP (root)
130 m 130 m
AP mounted on a
P2MP Coverage gantry crane (leaf)
Suggestions for network planning and deployment
Backhaul distance ≤ 1 km: One MPP can connect to as many as six MPs. When the distance between the MPP and MP is greater than 5 km, it is
1 km < backhaul distance ≤ 3 km: It is recommended that one MPP recommended that a trunk AP be deployed.
connect to a maximum of three MPs. To ensure data transmission quality, it is recommended that signals be
Backhaul distance > 3 km: Point-to-point networking is recommended, relayed for only one time.
with a single-hop distance of up to 5 km. The backhaul distances on this page are not subject to the EIRP limit.
Deploy APs for coverage by referring to the coverage mode shown in the right figure. That is, one AP with two directional antennas is used to provideWi-
Fi coverage along a main road. The recommended distance between APs is 240–250 m.
The 13 dBi dual-band antenna (part number: 27013719) is recommended in this scenario. Note that an installation height of about 4 m is recommended.
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Network Construction Standard for Gate
Scenarios
Scenario description Network construction standard
1. Service type: 1. Experience rate: 50 Mbps; endurance rate: 8
Code scanning, video, and photo Mbps
taking 2. Capacity KPI:
2. Number of users: Number of STAs on a single AP: 60
1 user per 4–5 m2
Concurrency rate: 50%
3. Story height
3. Coverage KPI: RSSI @ 95% area ≥ –70 dBm
Indoor: 4–6 m
Semi-outdoor: 8–10 m 4. Other KPIs:
Roaming latency: < 20 ms @ packet loss rate
of 10-5
Latency for key services (such as video and
Gate audio): < 10 ms
One scenario, one policy
Recommended AP Installation
Scenario Aesthetics Capacity Coverage Network Planning Solution
Model Mode
It is recommended that APs be
Outdoor AP +
Ceiling or wall deployed at equal spacing of 30
Gate Low Low High omnidirectional
mounting m (2.4G @ HE20; 5G @ HE40).
antenna
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Network Planning Solution for Gate Scenarios
Gate coverage scenario
Suggestions for network planning and
30 m deployment
Use outdoor APs and omnidirectional
antennas for coverage.
30 m 30 m The left figure shows the AP positions.
W-shaped deployment
Recommended AP spacing: 30 m
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Contents
1. Port Scenario Overview
2. WLAN Planning Process for Port Scenarios
3. Huawei's WLAN Construction Standards for Port Scenarios
4. Typical WLAN Design Case in Port Scenarios
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WLAN Design Case for a Port
Collect the floor plan and requirement information.
Main coverage scenario: main roads
This scenario does not allow for installation of
new poles. Mount APs on existing lamp poles.
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Project Requirements
• The following table lists customer requirements collected.
Item Result
Coverage area Key coverage area: main roads
Field strength –70 dBm
Number of access users About 60 operational staff, relatively concentrated
Bandwidth At least 4 Mbps for each user to support video transfer
Coverage mode Outdoor AP + external antenna
Power supply mode Power supply by PoE adapters
Switch position N/A
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Obstacle Drawing
Create a project on the tool (https://serviceturbo-cloud.huawei.com), import a floor plan,
set the scale, and draw obstacles based on the collected wall materials. Multiple common
wall materials are available on the tool.
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AP Position Planning
Directional antennas
are used to cover
straight roads, with AP
spacing of 200 m
(restricted by the
positions of lamp poles
on the live network).
After drawing obstacles, you can deploy APs based on the corresponding network construction
standards. The preceding figure shows the deployment result.
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Simulation and Rendering
After the deployment is complete, you can use the tool to view the simulation effect diagram. The
effect diagram shows the signal coverage status, which needs to meet the customer's signal
coverage requirements.
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Quiz
1. Which of the following are common service types in port projects?
A. Camera video backhaul
B. Code scanning
C. Dispatching information transfer
2. In outdoor road coverage scenarios of a port, it is recommended that APs and dual directional
antennas be used to provide back-to-back coverage. The 5 GHz edge field strength is –70 dBm.
Considering 15% overlapping coverage, which of the following is the recommended rounded-up
spacing value between APs?
A. 110 m
B. 130 m
C. 240 m
D. 247 m
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Summary
Typical WLAN service types and challenges in port scenarios
WLAN planning process for port scenarios
Huawei's WLAN construction standards and planning rules for port scenarios
Typical WLAN planning case in port scenarios
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