Patent ID: 9094105
Filing Date: 2015-07-28
Classification: H04B,H04W

Abstract:
1. A method for providing broadband access, comprising: providing a radio base station in connection with a power-line communication (PLC) gateway of a PLC; connecting the PLC gateway and a PLC modem to an operation and management system (O&M); the radio base station transmitting an information signal wirelessly to a fixed wireless router (FWR), the FWR forwarding the information signal to the PLC gateway; the PLC gateway receiving the information signal and transmitting the information signal via a power-line to the PLC modem via an outlet at an inside of a dwelling; the FWR locking to an operator and cell; the PLC modem powering a communication device; the PLC modem identifying end-users; the PLC modem identifying a source of the information signal and passing a correct information signal to a right end-user; the PLC modem regulating a data rate that pass through the PLC modem based on a subscription type of the right end-user and setting an upper limit of the data rate based on the subscription type; and the O&M controlling and monitoring the PLC and FWR.