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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <!-- generator="wordpress/2.0.2" --> <rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" > <channel> <title>Sputnik Blog</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog</link> <description>Your source for news and information about Sputnik and wireless networking.</description> <pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 17:05:15 +0000</pubDate> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=2.0.2</generator> <language>en</language> <item> <title>Sputnik offices closed for Thanksgiving</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=96</link> <comments>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=96#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 17:05:15 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator> <category>Sputnik</category> <category>Announcement</category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=96</guid> <description><![CDATA[Our offices are closed on Thursday and Friday, November 27-28, 2008 in observation of the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday. We will be available online for support requests. May our U.S. customers have a happy and safe Thanksgiving! ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our offices are closed on Thursday and Friday, November 27-28, 2008 in observation of the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday. We will be available online for support requests. May our U.S. customers have a happy and safe Thanksgiving! </p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRSS>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?feed=rss2&amp;p=96</wfw:commentRSS> </item> <item> <title>Ubiquiti PowerStations and NanoStations now in stock</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=95</link> <comments>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=95#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 03:49:42 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator> <category>Announcement</category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=95</guid> <description><![CDATA[Sputnik-Powered Ubiquiti NanoStations and PowerStations have been tough to keep on the shelves around here. We&#8217;re happy to report that both products are now in stock. The Sputnik-Powered NanoStation is ideal for small to mid-sized indoor or outdoor hotspots. For larger hotspots, add optional omnidirectional or panel antenna. Sputnik-Powered PowerStations are perfect for access-controlled long-range indoor [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sputnik-Powered Ubiquiti NanoStations and PowerStations have been tough to keep on the shelves around here. We&#8217;re happy to report that both products are now in stock.</p> <p><a id="more-95"></a></p> <p>The Sputnik-Powered NanoStation is ideal for small to mid-sized indoor or outdoor hotspots. For larger hotspots, add optional omnidirectional or panel antenna. Sputnik-Powered PowerStations are perfect for access-controlled long-range indoor or outdoor directional coverage.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRSS>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?feed=rss2&amp;p=95</wfw:commentRSS> </item> <item> <title>Wi-Fi Planet profiles Sputnik</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=94</link> <comments>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=94#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 17:04:04 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator> <category>News Clip</category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=94</guid> <description><![CDATA[Wi-Fi Planet profiles Sputnik in their &#8220;Insights&#8221; column: On the business relationship side, [Sputnik] leaves customers completely free to adopt whatever business model they choose. It supports all models. And it doesn&#8217;t ask to take a cut of revenues, charge transaction fees, or try to force customers to use its billing platform or branding. It supports RADIUS [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Wi-Fi Planet profiles Sputnik in their &#8220;Insights&#8221; column:</p> <p><i>On the business relationship side, [Sputnik] leaves customers completely free to adopt whatever business model they choose. It supports all models. And it doesn&#8217;t ask to take a cut of revenues, charge transaction fees, or try to force customers to use its billing platform or branding.</p> <p><a id="more-94"></a></p> <p>It supports RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service) for authentication, but has developed an architecture that allows authentication to be done at the Sputnik server rather than at the access point, making it easier for customers to manage multiple sites.</p> <p>It also uses the instant messaging technology Jabber (now referred to as Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol) for messaging between APs and Sputnik&#8217;s data center. This allows it to efficiently send telemetric information about the access point and deliver rich reports to customers about activity and state.</i></p> <p>Read the <a href="http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/columns/article.php/3777011" target="_blank">full article</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRSS>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?feed=rss2&amp;p=94</wfw:commentRSS> </item> <item> <title>New! Sputnik-Powered Ubiquiti NanoStations, bandwidth caps, new firmware, and more</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=93</link> <comments>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=93#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 05:39:47 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator> <category>Technology</category> <category>Announcement</category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=93</guid> <description><![CDATA[Lots of news from Sputnik! Today we announced: The Sputnik-Powered Ubiquiti NanoStation2 SputnikNet version 3.3.6.7, now with bandwidth caps New Sputnik Agent Firmware for DD-WRT v24 Service Pack 1 SputnikNet monthly subscriptions are back! Sputnik-Powered Ubiquiti NanoStation2 Small. Cheap. Rugged. Long-Range. Introducing the Sputnik-powered Ubiquiti NanoStation2, a rugged indoor/outdoor Wi-Fi&#174;-compliant 802.11 wireless access point (AP) and router. Ideal for small to mid-sized [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lots of news from Sputnik! Today we announced:</p> <ul> <li>The Sputnik-Powered Ubiquiti NanoStation2</li> <li>SputnikNet version 3.3.6.7, now with bandwidth caps</a></li> <li>New Sputnik Agent Firmware for DD-WRT v24 Service Pack 1</li> <li>SputnikNet monthly subscriptions are back!</li> </ul> <p><a id="more-93"></a></p> <h4 id="nano">Sputnik-Powered Ubiquiti NanoStation2</h4> <p><img src="http://www.sputnik.com/images/nanostation250x250.png" alt="" width="250" height="250" border="0" hspace="15" align="left"></p> <p>Small. Cheap. Rugged. Long-Range.</p> <p>Introducing the Sputnik-powered Ubiquiti NanoStation2, a rugged indoor/outdoor Wi-Fi&reg;-compliant 802.11 wireless access point (AP) and router. Ideal for small to mid-sized indoor or outdoor hotspots. For larger hotspots, add an optional omnidirectional or panel antenna.</p> <p>The NanoStation2 includes a 400 mW 802.11b/g radio and a multi-polarized, software-controlled 10 dBi antenna, runs the <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/products/apf.html">Sputnik Agent</a> (as part of DD-WRT firmware) and works with <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/products/sputniknet.html">SputnikNet</a> out of the box.</p> <p>In conjunction with SputnikNet, the Sputnik-powered Ubiquiti NanoStation2 offers plug &#8216;n play deployment, centralized management, flexible user authentication, usage tracking, and a variety of end-user billing options.</p> <p>Already have a Ubiquiti NanoStation2? Download free <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/support/downloads.php">Sputnik Agent firmware</a> (DD-WRT Professional Activation required).</p> <p>The Sputnik-Powered Ubiquiti NanoStation2 comes pre-flashed with activated DD-WRT Professional firmware at no extra cost (a $30 value): <a href="http://store.sputnik.com/Sputnik-Powered-Ubiquiti-NanoStation2">$116</a>.</p> <p>NOTE: we haven&#8217;t been able to keep the NanoStation&#8217;s big brother, the Ubiquiti PowerStation2, in stock due to high demand. We anticipate that our stock of NanoStations could sell out rather quickly, so if you are interested, please place your order soon.</p> <p><br clear="all"></p> <h4 id="3367">SputnikNet version 3.3.6.7 adds bandwidth caps</h4> <p>SputnikNet version 3.3.6.7 new features include:</p> <ul> <li>Bandwidth caps for pre-paid authentication</li> <li>New &#8220;reset firewall&#8221; button (enables you to remotely refresh an AP&#8217;s firewall from SputnikNet)</li> <li>New, easier Sputnik Instant Setup user interface</li> <li>&#8220;View saved portal&#8221; offers more visibility into registration pages</li> <li>New MSN theme added to SputnikNet Express</li> <li>Performance tweaks and bug fixes</li> </ul> <p>For more details, review the <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/support/changelog/v3.3.6.7.html">change log</a>.</p> <p><b>Please Note: </b>SputnikNet 3.3.6.7 will be rolled out to our servers on Friday, September 26 between 5PM and 7PM Pacific Time.</p> <h4 id="ddwrt">New Sputnik Agent Firmware for DD-WRT v24 Service Pack 1</h4> <p>The Sputnik Agent now supports the newest version of DD-WRT firmware, version 24 Service Pack 1. You can download it <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/support/downloads.php">here</a>.</p> <h4>SputnikNet monthly subscriptions are back!</h4> <p>Based on popular demand, we now offer both monthly and annual Sputniknet subscriptions. You can choose whichever billing schedule you prefer. Annual subscriptions are generally 15-20% cheaper than monthly subscriptions.</p> <p>Thank you for your continued support of Sputnik!</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRSS>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?feed=rss2&amp;p=93</wfw:commentRSS> </item> <item> <title>Wi-Fi Planet reviews Sputnik 720</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=91</link> <comments>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=91#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 20:05:16 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator> <category>News Clip</category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=91</guid> <description><![CDATA[Wi-Fi Planet says: &#8220;We found that the Sputnik 720 is a high-performance hotspot gateway that is customizable and easy to deploy. Although we found a few ways that Sputnik could improve its product, the Sputnik 720 and the SputnikNet service provide a great hotspot solution for medium to large-sized establishments.&#8221; Read the full review. ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Wi-Fi Planet says: &#8220;We found that the Sputnik 720 is a high-performance hotspot gateway that is customizable and easy to deploy. Although we found a few ways that Sputnik could improve its product, the Sputnik 720 and the SputnikNet service provide a great hotspot solution for medium to large-sized establishments.&#8221;</p> <p>Read the <a href="http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/reviews/article.php/3768021" target="_blank">full review</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRSS>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?feed=rss2&amp;p=91</wfw:commentRSS> </item> <item> <title>Sputnik, Ubiquiti, and Streakwave Announce Partnership to Provide High-Performance Wireless Broadband Routers with Sputnik Access Control and Management</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=89</link> <comments>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=89#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2008 05:57:45 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator> <category>Press Release</category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=89</guid> <description><![CDATA[Download PDF San Francisco - June 18, 2008 - Sputnik, a leading provider of software for venue-branded, access-controlled Wi-Fi, Ubiquiti Networks, a leading innovator in wireless broadband solutions, and Streakwave Wireless, a leading value-added distributor for wireless broadband solutions and related products, today announced that Ubiquiti PowerStation 2/5 and NanoStation 2/5 wireless platforms will support Sputnik [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Download <a href="/newsroom/releases/pr080618.pdf">PDF</a></p> <p>San Francisco - June 18, 2008 - Sputnik, a leading provider of software for venue-branded, access-controlled Wi-Fi, Ubiquiti Networks, a leading innovator in wireless broadband solutions, and Streakwave Wireless, a leading value-added distributor for wireless broadband solutions and related products, today announced that Ubiquiti PowerStation 2/5 and NanoStation 2/5 wireless platforms will support Sputnik software.</p> <p><a id="more-89"></a></p> <p>Streakwave will demonstrate the Ubiquiti PowerStation and NanoStation wireless platforms integrated with Sputnik software at HITEC 2008 June 16-19 in Austin, Texas. The Ubiquiti PowerStation is a versatile 802.11-based indoor/outdoor wireless platform with exceptional radio and antenna design. The NanoStation is an inexpensive 802.11-based indoor/outdoor wireless platform that combines a high-gain four-antenna system and advanced radio architecture, allowing extremely high throughput, stability, and price-performance. Both now run the Sputnik Agent (as part of DD-WRT firmware), enabling them to work in conjunction with the SputnikNet web application for easy-to-deploy, centrally managed, access-controlled networks such as hotspots or hotzones. SputnikNet, a subscription service, gives Wi-Fi providers the ability to manage end-user access, branding, and security, as well as remotely monitor and manage one or many PowerStations and NanoStations.</p> <p>&#8220;Sputnik and Ubiquiti bring best-of-breed Wi-Fi management software and hardware together in a groundbreaking solution for hospitality, transportation, retail, and other high-growth markets,&#8221; said Ryan McKenzie, VP National Accounts, Streakwave Wireless.</p> <p>&#8220;Ubiquiti products are designed as open platforms to enable third-party developers to build wireless applications,&#8221; said Ben Moore, Vice President, Business Development, Ubiquiti Networks. &#8220;We&#8217;re excited that Sputnik&#8217;s innovative management software is now available for our PowerStation and NanoStation product lines.&#8221;</p> <p>&#8220;Sputnik&#8217;s relationship with Streakwave is part of our strategy to build channel partnerships that offer expert one-stop-shopping for managed Wi-Fi business solutions,&#8221; said Dave LaDuke, Sputnik founder and CEO. &#8220;Sputnik plus Ubiquiti provides breakthrough price-performance and flexibility for managed hotspots and hotzones.&#8221;</p> <p>Sputnik&#8217;s customer base has already begun to deploy Sputnik-powered Ubiquiti devices, which were characterized as &#8220;rock solid&#8221; by Chad Raphael, Chief Technology Officer at Cedar Heart Wireless, Inc.</p> <h4>Pricing and availability</h4> <p>The Sputnik-powered Ubiquiti PowerStation 2 and PowerStation 5 are available now through www.sputnik.com and www.streakwave.com at $169 and $179 respectively. The Sputnik-powered Ubiquiti NanoStation 2 and NanoStation 5 will be available within 60 days and be priced at $99 and $119 respectively. These prices include activated DD-WRT Professional firmware which separately starts at approximately $29.50 per license.</p> <h4>About Sputnik (<a href="http://www.sputnik.com">www.sputnik.com</a>)</h4> <p>Sputnik Inc. is a leading provider of web application software that enables wireless service providers to build venue-branded, access-controlled Wi-Fi services and manage them over the Internet. Sputnik&#8217;s remote network and subscriber management features allow cost-effective operation in locations without onsite technical support. The company&#8217;s easy-to-use, flexible software supports a wide range of businesses, service providers, and educational institutions, and has been adopted by customers in more than 100 countries around the world. The company is based in San Francisco.</p> <h4>About Ubiquiti Networks (<a href="http://www.ubnt.com" target="_blank">www.ubnt.com</a>)</h4> <p>Ubiquiti Networks designs, develops and markets groundbreaking flexible, compact wireless broadband equipment ideally suited for network operators, large OEM&#8217;s, WISP&#8217;s and military applications. &#8220;Ubiquiti Networks&#8221; products comply with industry broadband standards, including WiMAX, Wi-Fi and are designed to work with standards-based customer premise equipment. For more information, please contact sales@ubnt.com 408-942-3085.</p> <h4>About Streakwave Wireless, Inc. (<a href="http://www.streakwave.com" target="_blank">www.streakwave.com</a>)</h4> <p>Founded in 1999, Streakwave Wireless Inc, &#8220;Streakwave&#8221; is a Global Value Added Distributor offering a complete line of wireless solutions from top tier manufacturers, with sales and distribution facilities in San Jose, CA and Salt Lake City, UT. Streakwave serves the Outdoor Wireless, Hospitality, Education, Government, Corporate, Healthcare, Security and Consumer markets.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRSS>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?feed=rss2&amp;p=89</wfw:commentRSS> </item> <item> <title>Sputnik awarded Best of San Francisco 2008 - Computer Software Developers</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=88</link> <comments>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=88#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2008 17:28:43 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator> <category>Announcement</category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=88</guid> <description><![CDATA[Sputnik was selected for the 2008 Best of San Francisco Award in the Computer Software Developers category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA). Woo hoo! ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sputnik was selected for the 2008 Best of San Francisco Award in the Computer Software Developers category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA). Woo hoo!</p> <p><img src="http://www.sputnik.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/sfdevaward.png" height="387" width="300" border="1" hspace="4" vspace="4" alt="Sfdevaward" /> </p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRSS>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?feed=rss2&amp;p=88</wfw:commentRSS> </item> <item> <title>Sputnik-Powered NexConnect 3G + Wi-Fi router now shipping</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=86</link> <comments>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=86#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2008 23:05:02 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator> <category>Announcement</category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=86</guid> <description><![CDATA[Need a remotely managed hotspot on a bus, taxicab, train, or ferry? Need to quickly set up and tear down Wi-Fi at a trade show or event? Need Wi-Fi where you can&#8217;t get DSL or cable modem internet service? The new NexAira NexConnect router offers truly mobile Wi-Fi wherever you happen to be. It uses cellular 3G to [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Need a remotely managed hotspot on a bus, taxicab, train, or ferry?</p> <p>Need to quickly set up and tear down Wi-Fi at a trade show or event?</p> <p>Need Wi-Fi where you can&#8217;t get DSL or cable modem internet service?</p> <p>The new <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/products/aps/sputnikpoweredaps.html#nexconnect">NexAira NexConnect router</a> offers truly mobile Wi-Fi wherever you happen to be. It uses cellular 3G to get access to the internet, then distributes the signal to local Wi-Fi clients.</p> <p><a id="more-86"></a></p> <p>With <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/products/sputniknet.html">SputnikNet</a>, you can remotely manage one or hundreds of NexConnects anywhere they happen to be, from any web browser. Each NexConnect can have custom captive portals and support free, advertising-supported, or fee-based Wi-Fi services.</p> <p>The Sputnik-Powered Nexconnect is easy to use and ready to go anywhere. One of our employees recently drove down I-5 from northern California to Los Angeles with a NexConnect plugged into his car&#8217;s cigarette lighter. He enjoyed Sputnik-managed broadband Wi-Fi connectivity wherever cellular service was available. (We should point out that his wife was doing the driving while he surfed the net.)</p> <p>The Sputnik-Powered NexConnect is now available from our <a href="http://store.sputnik.com/s.nl/it.A/id.237/.f?sc=2&amp;category=628">online store</a> for <b>$179</b>.</p> <p>Sputnik partner <a href="http://nexaira.com/">NexAira</a> provides a wide selection of mobile broadband cards for the NexConnect, along with activation with your choice of wireless providers: T-Mobile, AT&#038;T, Verizon, or Sprint. (Contact NexAira for international options.)</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRSS>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?feed=rss2&amp;p=86</wfw:commentRSS> </item> <item> <title>Sputnik Control Center Version 3.3.6.6</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=85</link> <comments>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=85#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2008 14:26:12 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator> <category>Announcement</category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=85</guid> <description><![CDATA[We&#8217;ve just released an update to Sputnik Control Center and SputnikNet. Sputnik Control Center version 3.3.6.6 includes several new features: New Microsoft Network (MSN) templates Optional AnchorFree Advertising System module &#8212; please contact Sputnik for more information Redesigned SputnikNet Express landing pages All servers running Sputnik Control Center version 3.3.6.5 should be upgraded to this version. Here&#8217;s more information about the [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We&#8217;ve just released an update to <a href="/products/scc/cc.html">Sputnik Control Center</a> and <a href="/products/sputniknet.html">SputnikNet</a>.</p> <p>Sputnik Control Center version 3.3.6.6 includes several new features:</p> <ul> <li>New Microsoft Network (MSN) templates</li> <li>Optional <a href="http://anchorfree.com/" target="_blank">AnchorFree Advertising System</a> module &#8212; please <a href="/aboutus/contact.html">contact Sputnik</a> for more information</li> <li>Redesigned SputnikNet Express landing pages</li> </ul> <p>All servers running Sputnik Control Center version 3.3.6.5 should be upgraded to this version.</p> <p><a id="more-85"></a></p> <p>Here&#8217;s more information about the update:</p> <ul> <li>Version 3.3.6.6 <a href="/support/changelog/v3.3.6.6.html">change log</a></li> <li><a href="/support2/kb/auto-update.html">Update instructions</a></li> </ul> <p>We upgraded all SputnikNet and SputnikNet Express servers on April 8, 2008.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRSS>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?feed=rss2&amp;p=85</wfw:commentRSS> </item> <item> <title>New! Sputnik 720</title> <link>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=84</link> <comments>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=84#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2008 21:39:15 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dave</dc:creator> <category>Announcement</category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?p=84</guid> <description><![CDATA[Now available from Sputnik: the Sputnik 720 is a compact, rugged network gateway that, with the addition of up to two optional 802.11a/b/g radios, becomes a managed wireless router. The Sputnik 720 runs Sputnik Agent Pro firmware, and is capable of authenticating a hundred or more concurrent users. Wired and wireless network end-users can be [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Now available from Sputnik: the <b>Sputnik 720</b> is a compact, rugged network gateway that, with the addition of up to two optional 802.11a/b/g radios, becomes a managed wireless router. The Sputnik 720 runs <a href="/products/apf.html">Sputnik Agent Pro</a> firmware, and is capable of authenticating a hundred or more concurrent users. </p> <p>Wired and wireless network end-users can be authenticated by the Sputnik 720, as its LAN and WLAN interfaces are bridged together. When used as a network gateway, end-users connected to third-party wireless hardware (in bridge mode) are routed through the Sputnik 720 for authentication. Service providers can leave existing wired and wireless networks in place&mdash;whether Wi-Fi, WiMAX, mesh, or other frequency&mdash;routing network traffic through the Sputnik 720 for authentication, tracking, and management. (See&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sputnik.com/images/sputnik720networkarchitecture.pdf" target="_blank">diagram</a>.)</p> <p><a id="more-84"></a></p> <p>As with other Sputnik-Powered devices, the Sputnik 720 is centrally managed by <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/products/scc/cc.html">Sputnik Control Center</a> software running in your data center, or by using <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/products/sputniknet.html">SputnikNet</a> or <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/products/snet/sputniknet_express.html">SputnikNet Express</a>. Sputnik software gives providers complete control over captive portals with multiple authentication methods, walled gardens, network policies, basic quality of service (QoS) management, and support for pre-paid cards, credit card or PayPal billing.</p> <p>The Sputnik 720 is ideal for large new or existing networks in hotels, multi-tenant dwellings, exhibit halls, conference centers, transportation facilities, campus environments, RV parks, stadiums, retail districts, municipalities, and more. The Sputnik 720 supports industry-standard Power over Ethernet (PoE) for flexible deployment far from power outlets.</p> <p><img src="http://www.sputnik.com/images/third-level-nav-arrow.gif" width="5" height="10" hspace="0" align="left">&nbsp;View the Sputnik 720 <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/products/aps/sputnikpoweredaps.html#720">product page</a>.</p> <p><img src="http://www.sputnik.com/images/third-level-nav-arrow.gif" width="5" height="10" hspace="0" align="left">&nbsp;View the Sputnik 720 <a href="http://www.sputnik.com/docs/Sputnik720DataSheet.pdf" target="_blank">data sheet</a>.</p> <p><img src="http://www.sputnik.com/images/third-level-nav-arrow.gif" width="5" height="10" hspace="0" align="left">&nbsp;Buy the <a href="http://store.sputnik.com/s.nl/sc.2/category.628/.f">Sputnik 720</a>: $279 (gateway only); $329 (one 802.11a/b/g radio and antenna); $379 (two 802.11a/b/g radios and antennae).</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRSS>http://www.sputnik.com/blog/?feed=rss2&amp;p=84</wfw:commentRSS> </item> </channel> </rss>

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