FYBERCOM EXPANDED RURAL BROADBAND WITH IP-50EXP

As demand for high-speed broadband continues to grow in rural communities, WISPs face increasing pressure to expand network capacity quickly, cost-effectively, and without adding operational complexity. Fybercom needed a way to scale performance across a long-distance rural link while maintaining reliable service in challenging environmental conditions—without access to additional spectrum or viable fiber alternatives. 

THE CHALLENGES

Limited Spectrum | Capacity Constraints | Long-Distance Rural Connectivity

Fybercom, a regional wireless ISP serving rural communities, needed to rapidly expand broadband capacity to meet growing subscriber demand and maintain a strong customer experience. However, its existing 11 GHz link was already operating at full capacity, no additional licensed spectrum was available, and the long rural path had to remain stable in harsh weather conditions. 

At the same time, Fybercom needed a solution that could quickly increase capacity without adding operational complexity or requiring costly infrastructure expansion. 

•  Existing 11 GHz link operating at full capacity  

• No additional licensed spectrum available

• Growing demand for higher-capacity broadband services

• Long-distance rural link requiring stable performance in harsh weather  

• Fiber extension was not a viable option

With limited expansion options, Fybercom needed a solution that could significantly increase capacity while keeping deployment and operations simple and efficient.

THE SOLUTION

High Tx Power E-band | Increased Capacity | Extended Reach | Stable Performance 

To address these challenges, Fybercom deployed Ceragon's IP-50EXP in a 1+0 configuration with a 3 ft. antenna alongside its existing 11 GHz microwave link over a 13.8-mile path. Using OSPF routing, the network automatically selects the optimal path, enabling seamless traffic management while significantly increasing available capacity. The solution was quickly integrated into the existing network, enabling rapid capacity expansion with minimal operational disruption. 

The solution included:

• Deployed IP-50EXP in parallel to existing 11 GHz microwave link using OSPF for automatic path selection

• Rapidly expand capacity without requiring additional spectrum  

• Deploy quickly with minimal operational disruption

• Lower operational overhead through simple integration

• Deliver reliable high-throughput connectivity across long distances

• Improve customer experience with more consistent service