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G1PKZ
Acurate UK map
Hi All
I'm new here, I've been following AREDN for some time now and have just ordered a HAP ac2 which should arrive in a couple of days.

I've been looking on the AREDN site but have found that the map doesn't show an accurate picture of the UK layout.  Is it lagging behind or is there another method of accessing the UK map.
I can't believe that the UK hasn't got an installed infrastructure already

Many thanks

Andy
nc8q
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the map doesn't show an accurate picture of the UK layout
Hi, Andy:

Which map?

The old static historical legacy map:
https://www.arednmesh.org/content/aredn-map-0

The new live updated-daily world map: Some other map?

73, Chuck

 
w6bi
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AREDN in the UK
The legacy AREDN map depends on users submitting their nodes, then maintaining them.  The procedure for doing that is pretty broken, so the map is always out of date and inaccurate.
The AREDN World Map is real-time and updated every six hours or so.  But it needs access to the UK network via a Supernode, and one hasn't been added there yet.

Orv W6BI
 
G1PKZ
UK Map
Hi Chuck and Orv

Thank you both for your replys.

Orv, would I right in thinking that there is not much of a coverage within the UK,  I have seen a few individual nodes (Look like tunnel nodes) in the south east of England and I found a small group in the north east via youtube but beyond that, the network seems very sparce.  

What is required for a Super Node and what is the beniffit?

73 Andy G1PKZ


 
w6bi
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Supernode link
Andy, here's what's required to establish a supernode link:
  • A Mikrotik hAP ac2 (ac3 will work but is overkill), loaded with the latest nightly build and specially configured as a supernode.
  • An Internet connection
  • A DtD link to your local network.  Typically this is shared with a local hap in a shack some place.
If you can meet those requirements and want to host it, contact me directly and we can coordinate a link back into the supernode network.

73
Orv W6BI
orv.beach@gmail.com
 
G1PKZ
UK Map
Hi Orv

I'm currently trying to flash a Microtik HAP ac2 but it is not playing ball.  Are there any other super nodes in the UK do you know, and what is the benefits of having a super node?
73
Andy G1PKZ



 
w6bi
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Supernodes
Andy, a supernode is solely meant to link AREDN "islands" together; it's not much use as a regular node.
According to the AREDN World Map (a real-time map), there aren't currently any supernodes in the UK.  Wouldn't hurt to have one there.

As far as flashing the ac2 goes, it can be a bit tricky as you have to do each step - many folks end up skipping over a step and end up frustrated.
Personally I find the Linux procedure more reliable than the Windows version (but then I'm a geek...).  But you still can't skip any steps :-)
Drop me a DM and I'll send you an invite to the AREDN Community on Slack.  Lots of really helpful folks there.

73
Orv W6BI
G1PKZ
Supernode
Hi Orv All sorted. My procedures were correct I was just being impatient and ending the process early lol. I've got it flashed and on Aredn now. Thank you for your help. I'll DM you regarding the Supernode 73 Andy
w6bi
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Flashing
Glad to hear it!

73

Orv W6BI

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