intelbras WiFiber 121 AC Wi-Force Router User Manual

WiFiber 121 AC Wi-Force Router
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WiFiber 121 AC Wi-Force Router

As of April 25, you will be able to use both a ONT WiFiber and a Wi-Force router on the main node.
Since inMesh is a new technology from Intelbras, you may have some doubts, so we prepared this material to help you.
See the questions and answers about inMesh.
How does inMesh work?
inMesh is the Intelbras Mesh technology. With the Mesh network it is possible to create a Wi-Fi system consisting of two or more devices, also called modules, which communicate with each other to form a single network. With inMesh technology, you can have both an ONT and a Wi-Force router on the primary node and Wi-Force routers on the secondary nodes.
What is the primary node and the secondary node?
The primary node is the product that will receive the Internet link from the provider. In the case of the inMesh network, you can use both the ONT and the Wi Force router as primary node. The secondary node, on the other hand, is the product that receives the link (via Wi-Fi or cable from the primary node) and transmits it to the rest of the home.
Which products are compatible with inMesh?
Initially, inMesh will only support WiFiber ONTs and Wi-Force routers line.

What topology can be built on the inMesh network?
With inMesh it is possible to build two types of scenarios:
a) One (1) ONT WiFiber (primary node) and up to six (6) Wi-Force routers (secondary nodes).
b) One (1) Wi-Force router (primary node) and up to five (5) Wi-Force routers (secondary nodes).
That is, in both scenarios we can have up to six (6) Wi-Force routers on the network.
Can operating products, supported by inMesh, receive the firmware updates?
Yes, all you have to do is download the firmware file available in the supported products page and follow the instructions. You will find the installation instructions along with the file mentioned above.
Is it possible to build scenarios with more than one ONT?
No, the ONT will only function as the primary node of inMesh network, therefore, it will not be possible to build scenarios with more than one ONT.
Is the inMesh solution compatible with Twibi line Mesh routers?
No, although Twibi has the Mesh function, it is not compatible with ONTs WiFiber and Wi-Force routers, since the protocols they use are different and are not able to communicate.
Will there be any change in the speed of traffic through the routers?
Yes, with the inMesh solution, the Wi-Force GF 1200 and W5-1200F routers will have access to higher speeds. The W5-1200F will be able to travel at speeds greater than 100 Mbps if your device is connected to Wi-Fi as a secondary node in the frequency of 5 GHz; that is, in Wi-Fi it does not have the limitation of WAN ports of up to 100 Mbps.
In the case of the GF 1200, when used as a secondary node, the giga WAN port is enabled to become a giga LAN port, that is, it is possible to connect devices such as video games via the GF 1200’s WAN port and have access to speeds greater than 100 Mbps.
How far away should the secondary node be located from the primary node?
The distance may vary from one scenario to another. We recommend that you follow point 3.1 of the manual to determine the best place to install your secondary node.
By using the ONT and InMesh compatible routers, is it possible to create a single network, letting the devices connect to the best option, as in Twibi?
Yes, it is possible and it is recommended to create a single network. When using a single network, it is advisable to activate the Band Steering option with preference to the 5Ghz available on the ONT.
How can I perform remote management when using the ONT WiFiber as the primary node in the inMesh solution?
In this scenario, remote management can be performed using the TR-069 protocol, since the ONT WiFiber is compatible with this technology. In other words, SSID, channel, and password changes via the ONT protocol are replicated to the secondary nodes.
How can I perform remote management when using the Wi-Force router as the primary node in the inMesh solution?
At this early stage, we recommend that the Internet provider performs the management via WAN port. We do not recommend associating routers to the Remotize platform. This platform is still under development to bring remote management functionalities to routers using inMesh.
Note: If the Internet provider associates the router to Remotize, there is a risk that the platform will out-of-date the product (pass the router to a previous firmware version) and thereby disrupt the inMesh connection between the routers. Another difficulty that the Internet provider might face is the default profile, which does not yet have settings for inMesh network.

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