FiberTower
holds the most comprehensive collection of fixed-wireless
spectrum assets in the United States, including 750 telecommunication
licenses in both 24 GHz and 39 GHz bands, and common carrier
licenses in 11, 18, and 23 GHz bands. Often referred to as
millimeter wave spectrum, it is ideal for transport as it
enables exponentially higher capacity than the mobile spectrum
designed for access. Attributes include:
- 39 GHz footprint covering 99% of the United States
- 24 GHz footprint in top 77 metros
- 39/24 GHz portfolio enables more spectral efficiency and
better range in major markets than competing fixed wireless
spectrum holdings
- Common Carrier licenses (11, 18, and 23 GHz) in suburban
and rural markets
- Average bandwidth per market of 650 MHz, including 740
MHz in top markets
Attribute
|
Fixed
|
Portable
|
Mobile
|
| Spectrum Range |
6 GHz-90 GHz
|
2.4 GHz-5.8 GHz |
800 MHz-1.9 GHz |
| Data Rates |
1.5 Mbps-1 Gbps
|
DSL to multiple T1s |
9.6 Kbps-3 Mbps |
| Applications |
-Backhaul
-Access
(NxT1, OC3, Carrier Ethernet)
|
-WiFi hot spots
-Cordless phone
-WiMax |
-Mobile phones
-Blackberry
-3G data (EVDO and HSDPA) |
| Spectrum Attributes |
Licensed and Common Carrier
|
Licensed, Unlicensed and Common Carrier |
Licensed |
|
