TCP/IP Access to SCCo ARES/RACES Intranet

Served agencies that are co-located with, or have line of sight to, one of the SCCo ARES/RACES network hubs can connect directly to our intranet and use all of its services.

The configuration model is analogous to a commercial ISP connection with static addresses, with more flexibility provided to allow for each agency’s unique networking needs. The configuration details provided here assume basic TCP/IP knowledge such as subnetting and static routing. Connectivity to the SCCo ARES/RACES network must be coordinated with the served agency’s own network managers. If you need help, consult our TCP/IP email discussion group.

Network Configuration

Network Addressing: read more
Each served agency (“subscriber”) is given its own subnet on our intranet, as well as access to our core subnets and services.
Firewall Configuration: read more
Each served agency should have its own firewall between their network and our intranet, configured as described here.

Connectivity

Ethernet LAN: read more
Served agencies that are co-located with one of the SCCo ARES/RACES intranet hub sites can connect to our intranet using Ethernet twisted-pair or fiber optic cables.
WiFi Part 15 Radio: read more
Served agencies that have line of sight to one of the SCCo ARES/RACES intranet hub sites can connect using commercially available WiFi equipment and protocols. The links are operated on unlicensed spectrum using FCC Part 15 rules.