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# Installation Preparation

The following topics cover the materials and tools needed to install the GM02 Mesh Node, the operation of the LEDs, the unit’s interfaces, and the recommended location and environment required for best performance of the Mesh Node.

It will be required to know the location and beam direction of the Gateway antenna for the Mesh Node CPE antenna. Refer to *Figure: Antennas used for Mesh Node Installation* for the use of antennas required for this installation. For more detailed information refer to the *Onyx Platform Mesh Node Application Note*.

<p align="center"><strong>Antennas used for Mesh Node Installation</strong></p>

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A Mesh Backhaul and Mesh AP antenna will be required for this installation. GXC will have recommended antennas based on your application. It is recommended that these antennas be obtained prior to installation.

{% hint style="info" %}
**NOTE:** The Mesh Node is typically mounted on the same pole or wall as the Mesh AP, which can be a high power G501 Outdoor AP or a low power G101 Outdoor AP. Please refer to the *GXC G501 Hardware Installation and Configuration Guide* and *GXC G101 Hardware Installation and Configuration Guide* for detailed installation instructions for those units.
{% endhint %}

<p align="center"><strong>Pole Mounted GM02 Mesh Node &#x26; G501 Mesh AP with Antennas</strong></p>

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## Mesh Node – Accessory Kit

Each GM02 Mesh Node (P/N GXC-MEN-001) includes an Accessory Kit in the shipping box. The Accessory Kit contains the following components:

* Spliced Cable Assembly
* RF jumper cable to AP (x2)
* Weatherproof inline splice/cable joiner
* External Ethernet plug kit

<p align="center"><strong>Accessory Kit Components</strong></p>

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## Mesh Node – Mounting Kit

The Mounting Kit Components shown in the *Figure: Mesh Node Mounting Kit Components* drawing and described in *Table: Mesh Node Mounting Kit Components* are intended to provide identification of the mounting hardware included with the GXC Mesh Node. Verify that the parts illustrated in the drawing and described in the table are included with the Mesh Node Mounting Kit. The Mounting Kit is included by default with the GM02.

<p align="center"><strong>Mesh Node Mounting Kit Components</strong></p>

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<p align="center"><strong>Mesh Node Mounting Kit Components</strong></p>

<table><thead><tr><th width="100.3333740234375">Item</th><th width="100.3333740234375">QTY</th><th width="175">Part No</th><th>Description</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>230001-00</td><td>Mesh Node PSU/Surge Suppressor Mounting Bracket</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>210048-00</td><td>Mesh Node Mounting Bracket</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>4</td><td>220035-00</td><td>Mesh Node Pole Mount Clamps</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>4</td><td>230040-00</td><td>90mm Long M8-1,25 Stainless Steel Hex Bolts</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>4</td><td>230105-00</td><td>120mm Long M8-1,25 Stainless Steel Hex Bolts</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>4</td><td>220036-00</td><td>M8 Stainless Steel Flat Washers</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>8</td><td>220038-00</td><td>M8-1,25 Stainless Steel Hex Flange Nuts</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>4</td><td>220056-00</td><td>16mm Long M8-1,25 Stainless Steel Hex Bolts</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>6</td><td>210040-00</td><td>8mm Long M4-0,7 Pan Head Stainless Steel External Star Sems Screws</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>4</td><td>230002-00</td><td>8mm Long M3-0,5 Stainless Steel Square-Cone Sems Screws</td></tr><tr><td>11</td><td>1</td><td>N/A</td><td>All fasteners and an installation drawing are provided in a reclosable bag</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Installation Preparation – LEDs and Interfaces

*Figure: GM02 LEDs* and *Table: GM02 LEDs* describe the Mesh Node’s LED status indicators. *Figure: GM02 Interface Connectors* and *Table: GM02 Interfaces* describe the GM02’s interfaces.

<p align="center"><strong>GM02 LEDs</strong></p>

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<p align="center"><strong>GM02 LEDs</strong></p>

<table><thead><tr><th width="120.3333740234375">LED</th><th width="119.6666259765625">Color</th><th width="120">Status</th><th>Description</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>PWR</td><td>Green</td><td>On</td><td>Power is on</td></tr><tr><td>PWR</td><td>Green</td><td>Off</td><td>No power</td></tr><tr><td>WiFi</td><td>Green</td><td>On</td><td>Wi-Fi Service is running</td></tr><tr><td>WiFi</td><td>Green</td><td>Off</td><td>Wi-Fi Service is not running</td></tr><tr><td>LINK</td><td>Green</td><td>On</td><td>Backhaul is connected</td></tr><tr><td>LINK</td><td>Green</td><td>Off</td><td>Backhaul is not connected</td></tr></tbody></table>

<p align="center"><strong>GM02 Interface Connectors</strong></p>

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<p align="center"><strong>GM02 Interfaces</strong></p>

| Interface  | Connector                              | Cable Type            | Connects To                                    |
| ---------- | -------------------------------------- | --------------------- | ---------------------------------------------- |
| ±48VDC PWR | Female 3-Pin IP67 Latch/Lock Connector | 3-Conductor 16 AWG    | 48VDC Power Supply via Waterproof Cable Joiner |
| CPE ANT0   | Type-N Female                          | Type-N RF Patch Cable | Backhaul Antenna Input 0                       |
| CPE ANT1   | Type-N Female                          | Type-N RF Patch Cable | Backhaul Antenna Input 1                       |
| ENET       | RJ45                                   | CAT6, 6A, 7 or higher | Access Point ETH Interface                     |
| SC ANT0    | Type-N Female                          | Type-N RF Patch Cable | External Cellular Antenna Input 0              |
| SC PORT0   | Type-N Female                          | Type-N RF Patch Cable | Access Point ANT0                              |
| SC PORT1   | Type-N Female                          | Type-N RF Patch Cable | Access Point ANT1                              |
| SC ANT1    | Type-N Female                          | Type-N RF Patch Cable | External Cellular Antenna Input 1              |

## Installation Preparation – Location and Environment

The GM02 Mesh Node can be installed on a pole or a wall. Because the Mesh Node is always co-located with a G501 or G101 AP, the requirements are the same as for the APs. For the best signal coverage, place the unit in an unobstructed location. In addition to network planning, when determining where to place the GM02 Mesh Node, you need to consider the best location for signal coverage. Avoid locating the Mesh AP and Mesh Node in areas where there may be extreme temperatures, harmful gases, unstable voltages, volatile vibrations, flames, explosives, or electromagnetic interference (e.g., large radar stations, transformer substations). Avoid areas prone to impounded water, soaking, leakage, or condensation. The following table lists the GM02 environmental specifications.

<p align="center"> <strong>Environmental Specifications</strong></p>

| Item                  | Description                     |
| --------------------- | ------------------------------- |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +55°C, -40°F to +131°F |
| Storage Temperature   | -45°C to +70°C, -49°F to +158°F |
| Relative Humidity     | 5% to 95% RH                    |
| Atmospheric Pressure  | 70 to 106 kPa                   |

{% hint style="info" %}
**NOTE:** Please see the GXC GM02 Mesh Node Spec Sheet for current detailed specifications.
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