University of the Immaculate Conception

College of Engineering and Architecture

Bonifacio St., Davao City

Proposal for the Installation of Wireless Microwave Link

Between UM Bolton Main Campus and its

Branch in UM Matina Annex

Christian John P. Price

November 2023
I. Description of the Project or Service

The goal of this project or service is to (a) design a microwave link able

to carry data traffic not exceeding 1Gbps within in Davao City, and (b) prove

the viability of the microwave system design using key formulas specific to

microwave technology, ensuring a return on investment (ROI) within a five-year

period.

II. Market Feasibility

The University of Mindanao is one of the largest private, non-sectarian

university within Davao City. It offers more than 30 PACUCOA Accredited

Programs spread across its two campuses in Bolton St. and in Matina Crossing,

Davao City. For both campuses to function efficiently, there is a need to create

a link between campus that can provide a consistent, secure, and

instantaneous flow of data.

To tackle this issue, this project aims to establish a specialized

microwave communication connection connecting the main branch of the

University of Mindanao (UM) at Bolton St, Davao City, with its satellite location

at University of Mindanao Matina (UM) Annex at Matina Crossing, Davao City.

Through the utilization of this dedicated link, the university has the potential to

realize substantial monthly savings from leased line subscriptions while also

improving data connectivity.

The most optimal choice for a dedicated communication link between

the main campus and its satellite site is the dedicated microwave link, when

compared to the direct fiber connection. This decision is grounded in its

capacity for high-speed data transfer and cost-effectiveness, essential for

ensuring real-time data transfer within the university’s network. This is important

as any significant delay in data transmission can have a lasting effect on the

institution’s employees, students, and overall operational efficiency.

Furthermore, in contrast to direct fiber connections, a dedicated

microwave link offers fast setup, minimizing downtime and allowing the

institution to benefit from an upgraded data connection almost instantly. This

solution also provides substantial cost savings, incurring fewer initial

infrastructure costs and ongoing operating expenses. The dedicated

microwave link stands out as a fantastic choice for achieving a strong return on

investment due to its minimal physical foundation requirements.

In general, a dedicated microwave link effectively combines the

necessary characteristics of quick installation, speed, security, and affordability.

For the university's communication needs, this solution emerges as the most

advantageous alternative, perfectly aligning with the university's vision for

consistent, secure, and real-time data transfer.

Featured Services

1. Secure Data Transfer

Description: Microwave links can achieve secure data transfer through

various mechanisms such as encryption and frequency hopping

Advantages: Secure transmission helps maintain the integrity of the data

by preventing unauthorized alterations. Encryption ensures that
sensitive information remains confidential during transmission.

Disadvantages: These security measures may introduce additional

overhead, potentially affecting the overall speed of data
transmission.
2. Consistent Data Transfer

Description: Consistency in data transfer refers to the ability to maintain

a stable and reliable connection.

Advantages: Microwave links are known for their reliability, providing

consistent data transfer even in adverse weather conditions.

Disadvantages: Implementing redundancy can increase the cost of the

system.

3. Real-Time Data Transfer

Description: Real-time data transfer involves minimizing latency and

ensuring that data is delivered promptly. Microwave links achieve
low latency through efficient transmission and quality of service
management.

Advantages: Microwave links typically have low latency, making them

suitable for applications requiring real-time communication.

Disadvantages: Vulnerable to interference in adverse weather

conditions.

4. High Speed Internet Access

Description: The data transfer rate of the microwave link is expected to

exceed 1Gbps, which is a significant improvement over traditional
methods like DSL and cable internet.

Advantages: Faster and more reliable internet access for students,

faculty, and staff.

Disadvantages: Initial setup costs may be higher.

5. Administrative data transfer

Description: Enhances administrative processes by facilitating seamless

data exchange between different campuses.
 Advantages: Minimizes paperwork and enhances the efficiency of
workflows.

Disadvantages: Requires an initial investment and raises concerns

regarding the security of data.

III. Technical Consideration

This section of the study delves into the technical aspects of the

proposed microwave link project connecting the University of Mindanao

Bonifacio Campus to the University of Mindanao Matina Campus. The

proponent’s chosen solution for this project is the Ubiquiti Networks'AirFiber-5,

an advanced wireless microwave antenna system known for its reliability and

high-performance capabilities.

In the next section, we will provide a brief description of the AirFiber-5,

discuss the ideal and realistic operating frequency for the link, and recommend

the appropriate antenna height when installed at the top of the highest point of

each building.

Microwave Antenna
 Fig 1. AirFiber 5

The antenna chosen by the proponent is the Ubiquiti Networks AirFiber-

5 wireless point to point communication system. It is an antenna designed for

high-capacity data transmission. Its outstanding performance is achieved by

utilizing advanced microwave technology, which makes it the perfect option for

establishing network communication between faraway locations. The AirFiber-

5 is an effective network that can withstand a variety of environmental

conditions and can deliver data at gigabit-per-second speeds. Its engineering

meets the demands of modern communication networks and ensures secure,

fast, and reliable data transmission.

The operating frequency of the microwave link is the 5Ghz spectrum,

specifically 5.65Ghz. For this project this microwave link is more ideal and

realistic to use since the frequency is practical in terms of cost and requirement.

The 5 GHz spectrum provides a balanced compromise between propagation

properties and data throughput. It offers adequate bandwidth with sufficient

resistance to interference to enable 1Gbps data speeds, which is essential for

a dependable and steady connection.

Fig. 2. Distance of the Microwave Link

 Figure 2 shows the direct distance between two points, the first point

located at UM Bolton while the second located at UM Matina. The distance is

shown to be approximately 1,432 meters or 1.432 Kilometers. which is within

the suggested microwave link distance for the antenna. To optimize the

AirFiber-5's performance and guarantee a line of sight (LOS) between the two

locations, it is advised to mount the microwave antennas at the highest point of

the building between the two endpoints of every structure. The right antenna

height is determined by factors such as the structure's elevation, clearance of

the Fresnel zone, and adjacent obstructions. In most cases, a height of 1.5

meter or so for each microwave antenna transceiver would be ideal to establish

the link.

Establishment of Line-of-Sight (LOS) for the Microwave Link

Maintaining a clear Line-of-Sight (LOS) link between the transmitter and

receiver antennas is essential for the successful implementation of any

microwave link. A continuous and unobstructed LOS link is crucial for ensuring

the dependable and high-performance operation of the microwave connection.

In this context, we will delve into the significance of LOS link and explore factors

that needs to be considered when establishing it for the proposed microwave

link. Figure 3 and 4 shows the proposed LOS link between the two campuses

viewed in two different perspectives.

 Fig. 3. Line-of-sight (LOS) path of the Link Via Google Earth

Fig. 4. LOS Point-of-View of the Path

Elevation, Terrain, and Obstacles

As was previously mentioned in this paper, placing the microwave

antennas at each building's highest point aids in ensuring LOS link. This

is to ensure that any potential obstructions, such as trees, buildings, or

other structures, would not obstruct the LOS link path of the two

antennas.
 Fig. 5 Elevation Profile of the Path

Figure 5 shows the elevation profile of the LOS link path. As

observed, there are multiple spikes of elevation. The recorded peak

point is at 34 meters, while the recorded minimum elevation point is

between 29 to 33 meters. The elevation profile of the route indicates

that it is feasible to install a microwave link between the two buildings.

This does not consider however, the various potential natural and

artificial obstacles that might impede the LOS link. As such a

comprehensive survey is conducted to obtain the possible obstructions

present in the proposed link. The result of the survey is summarized in

Table 1 below.

Table 1. Possible Obstacles in the Microwave Link Path

DISTANCE Height
UM(Bolton) (ground Start End
Terrain
to Um elevation) Km Km D1 D2
Matina Km m
UM
0 8 0 8.5 0 1.43
bolton
0.0751 8 0.079 0.072 Building 0.0751 1.34

0.162 8 0.163 0.180 building 0.162

1.26

0.379 8 0.380 0.392 Building 0.379

1.02

0.638 10 0.658 0.697 Building 0.638

0.748

0.824 9 0.825 0.885 Trees 0.824

0.576
 0.934 7 0.934 0.991 Trees 0.934
0.476

0.985 9 0.997 1.01 Houses 0.985

0.356

1.05 9 1.04 1.07 Houses 1.05

0.387

1.19 9 1.20 1.24 Houses 1.19

0.224

1.34 9 1.33 1.37 Trees 1.34

0.069
UM
1.43 11 1.42 1.43 1.43
0
matina

Table 2. Total Elevation of Potential Obstructions and LOS Height

Total Path
Name Elevation + LOS Height (m) Clearance
Antenna (m) (m)
UM bolton 50.89 50.89 -

Building 33 50.63 17.63

building 33 50.37 17.37

Building 33 50.11 17.11

Building 34 49.85 15.59

Trees 30 49.59 19.59

Trees 32 49.33 17.33

Houses 31 49.07 18.07

Houses 31 48.81 17.81

Houses 30 48.55 18.55

Trees 30 48.29 18.29

UM matina 47.67 47.67

With the given results of possible obstructions in the LOS link, the

Fresnel Zone Clearance can now be calculated. The formula for this is

given by:
 𝑛𝑑 1 𝑘𝑚 𝑑 2 𝑘𝑚
𝐹 𝑚 = 17.3
𝑓 𝐺𝐻𝑧 𝑑 𝑡 𝑘𝑚

Where:
n = number of fresnel Zone
d1 and d2 = distance of the link
dt = total distance of the link (1.43Km)
f GHz= Frequency of operation at GHz

Table 3. Fresnel Zone Clearance at the First Fresnel Zone

Fresnel Zone Fresnel Zone
Name Path Clearance(m) Clearance
Clearance Percentage (%)
(m)
Um Main - - -
(antenna 1)
Building 17.63 1.940 908.76

building 17.37 2.758 629.80

Building 17.11 2.511 681.40

Building 15.59 4.326 360.38

Trees 19.59 4.300 455.58

Trees 17.33 4.142 418.40

Houses 18.07 4.029 448.50

Houses 17.81 3.844 463.32

Houses 18.55 3.252 570.42

Trees 18.29 2.113 865.59

Um Annex - - -
(antenna 2)
Transceiver Parameters

Fig. 6. Transceiver Capacity Specifications

Figure 6 shows the varying transmission capacities exhibited by

the AirFiber-5 antenna as determined by the selected modulation

scheme and channel bandwidth. Since the aim of this project is to

establish a microwave link with a maximum data traffic requirement of

1Gbps, to meet this goal, a transmission capacity of 1024Mbps is

deemed sufficient. This capacity is achieved through the utilization of

the 256 QAM MIMO (8x) modulation technique and a channel width of

50MHz.

The technical specifications outlined in figure 7 facilitate the

identification of additional parameters necessary for the project.

 Fig 7. Transceiver technical Specification

Given the implementation of the 256QAM MIMO (5x) with a

512Mbps capacity at a 50MHz channel width, the necessary parameters
have been determined and finalized. Specifically, the transceiver
technical specifications indicate a maximum transmit power of 43dBm,
receive sensitivity of -64dBm, transmit and receive gain of 23dBi each,
and a beamwidth of 6 degrees. Additionally, the system employs
Frequency Division Duplexing (FDD), enabling simultaneous data
transmission and reception. Figure 8 show the summary of the
specifications of necessary system parameters for the microwave
communication link.
 Fig 8. System Parameters

Taking into consideration an estimated cable loss of 0.3dB/m, the

link specifications are summarized in table 4 below:

Table 4. Link Specification

Distance(km) 1.44
Frequency(GHz) 5.65
UM Main (bolton) Antenna Height 50.89
1 (m)
UM Annex (matina) Antenna 47.67
Height 2 (m)
Transmit Power, Po (dBm) 43
Based on Equipment Specs: -64
Receive Sensitivity (dBm) Based on Practical Values: -50
Tx Gain (dBi) 23
Rx Gain (dBi) 23
Beamwidth 6
Link Speed (Mbps) 1024
 Roughness Factor (A) 1
Climatic Factor (B) 0.25
Cable Loss (dB/m) 0.3

Link Budget

Given this information, the link budget can now be calculated to

determine whether the proposed microwave communication link is
feasible based on the technical parameters.

· Line Loss.

Line Loss at UM main (bolton)

0.3𝑑𝐵
𝐿𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝑙𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵 = 𝑥16𝑚
𝑚

𝑳𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒔 𝒅𝑩 = 4.8dB

Line loss at UM Annex (Matina)

0.3𝑑𝐵
𝐿𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝑙𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵 = 𝑥13𝑚
𝑚

𝑳𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒔 𝒅𝑩 = 3.9dB

𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝐿𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵 = 𝑇𝑥 𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠 + 𝑅𝑥 𝐿𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠

𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙𝐿𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵 = 4.8 − 3.9𝑑𝐵

𝑻𝒐𝒕𝒂𝒍𝑳𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝑳𝒐𝒔𝒔 𝒅𝑩 = 𝟖.𝟕 𝒅𝑩

· Free Space Path Loss

4𝜋𝐷𝑓
𝐹𝑟𝑒𝑒 𝑆𝑝𝑎𝑐𝑒 𝑃𝑎𝑡ℎ 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵 = 20𝑙𝑜𝑔( 𝑐
)

4𝜋(1.43𝑥10 3)(5.65𝑥10 9𝐻𝑧)

𝐹𝑟𝑒𝑒 𝑆𝑝𝑎𝑐𝑒 𝑃𝑎𝑡ℎ 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵 = 20𝑙𝑜𝑔( )
3𝑥10 8𝑚/𝑠

𝑭𝒓𝒆𝒆 𝑺𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝑷𝒂𝒕𝒉 𝑳𝒐𝒔𝒔 𝒅𝑩 = 𝟏𝟏𝟎.𝟓𝟖dB

· Fade Margin

𝐹𝑎𝑑𝑒 𝑀𝑎𝑟𝑔𝑖𝑛 𝑑𝐵 = 30𝑙𝑜𝑔 𝐷𝐾𝑚 + 10𝑙𝑜𝑔 6𝑎𝑏𝑓𝐺𝐻𝑧 − 10𝑙𝑜𝑔 1 − 𝑅 − 70𝐹𝑎𝑑𝑒 𝑀𝑎𝑟𝑔𝑖𝑛 𝑑𝐵

= 30𝑙𝑜𝑔 1.43 + 10𝑙𝑜𝑔 6(1)(0.25)(5.65 − 10𝑙𝑜𝑔 1 − 0.9999 − 70

𝑭𝒂𝒅𝒆 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒈𝒊𝒏 𝒅𝑩 = − 𝟏𝟔.𝟗𝟏𝒅𝑩

Table 5. Summary of Loss Calculation

Tx Line Loss(16m) 4.8dB

Rx Line Loss(13m) 3.9dB

Total Line Loss 8.7dB

Free Space Path

110.58dB
Loss

Fade Margin -16.91dB

Total Losses 111.07dB

Table 5 shows a summary of the total losses present in the

system.

· System Gain
· Based on Equipment Specification:

𝐺𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑠𝑦𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑚(𝑑𝐵) = 𝑃𝑜 𝑑𝐵𝑚 + 𝐺𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑇𝑥+𝑅𝑥 𝑑𝐵𝑖 − 𝑅𝑒𝑐𝑒𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑆𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑑𝐵𝑚 − 𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵

𝐺𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑠𝑦𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑚(𝑑𝐵) = 43𝑑𝐵 + 23𝑑𝐵𝑖 + 23𝑑𝐵𝑖 − (− 64𝑑𝐵𝑚) − 111.07dB

𝑮𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝒔𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎(𝒅𝑩) = 𝟒𝟏.𝟗𝟑𝒅𝑩

· Based on Practical Values:

𝐺𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑠𝑦𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑚(𝑑𝐵) = 𝑃𝑜 𝑑𝐵𝑚 + 𝐺𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑇𝑥+𝑅𝑥 𝑑𝐵𝑖 − 𝑅𝑒𝑐𝑒𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑆𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑑𝐵𝑚 − 𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵

𝐺𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑠𝑦𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑚(𝑑𝐵) = 43𝑑𝐵 + 23𝑑𝐵𝑖 + 23𝑑𝐵𝑖 − (− 50𝑑𝐵𝑚) − 111.07dB

𝑮𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝒔𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎(𝒅𝑩) = 𝟐𝟕.𝟗𝟑𝒅𝑩𝒅𝑩

· Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP)

𝐸𝐼𝑅𝑃 𝑑𝐵 = 𝑃𝑜 𝑑𝐵𝑚 + 𝐺𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑇𝑥𝑑𝐵𝑖 − 𝑇𝑥 𝐿𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵

𝐸𝐼𝑅𝑃 𝑑𝐵 = 43𝑑𝐵 + 23𝑑𝐵𝑖 − 4.8𝑑𝐵

𝑬𝑰𝑹𝑷 𝒅𝑩 = 𝟔𝟏.𝟐𝒅𝑩

· Isotropic Receive Level (ISL)

𝐼𝑆𝐿 𝑑𝐵𝑚 = 𝐸𝐼𝑅𝑃 𝑑𝐵 − 𝐹𝑟𝑒𝑒 𝑆𝑝𝑎𝑐𝑒 𝑃𝑎𝑡ℎ 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵

𝐼𝑆𝐿 𝑑𝐵𝑚 = 61.2𝑑𝐵 − 110.58𝑑𝐵

𝑰𝑺𝑳 𝒅𝑩𝒎 = − 𝟒𝟗.𝟑𝟖𝒅𝑩

· Receive Signal Level (RSL)

𝑅𝑆𝐿 𝑑𝐵𝑚 = 𝑃𝑜 𝑑𝐵𝑚 + 𝐺𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑇𝑥𝑑𝐵𝑖 − 𝑇𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝐿𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑑𝐵

𝑅𝑆𝐿 𝑑𝐵𝑚 = 43𝑑𝐵 + 23𝑑𝐵𝑖 + 23𝑑𝐵𝑖 − 111.07𝑑𝐵

𝑹𝑺𝑳 𝒅𝑩𝒎 = − 𝟐𝟐.𝟎𝟕

· System Operating Margin (SOM)

· Based on Equipment Specifications:

𝑆𝑂𝑀 𝑑𝐵 = 𝑅𝑆𝐿 𝑑𝐵𝑚 − 𝑅𝑆𝐿 𝑆𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑑𝐵𝑚

𝑆𝑂𝑀 𝑑𝐵 = − 22.07 − (− 64𝑑𝐵𝑚)

𝑆𝑂𝑀 𝑑𝐵 = 41.93𝑑𝐵

· Based on Practical Values:

𝑆𝑂𝑀 𝑑𝐵 = 𝑅𝑆𝐿 𝑑𝐵𝑚 − 𝑅𝑆𝐿 𝑆𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑑𝐵𝑚

𝑆𝑂𝑀 𝑑𝐵 = − 22.07 − (− 50𝑑𝐵𝑚)

𝑆𝑂𝑀 𝑑𝐵 = 27.93𝑑𝐵
· Reliability
· Based on Equipment Specifications:

− 𝑆𝑂𝑀𝑑𝐵 + 30𝑙𝑜𝑔 𝐷𝐾𝑚 + 10𝑙𝑜𝑔 6𝐴𝐵𝐹𝐺𝐻𝑧 − 70

𝑅 = 1 − 𝑎𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑙𝑎𝑔 100
10

− 41.93 + 30𝑙𝑜𝑔 1.43 + 10𝑙𝑜𝑔 6(1)(0.25 (5.65) − 70

𝑅 = 1 − 𝑎𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑙𝑎𝑔 100
10

𝑹 = 𝟗𝟗.𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟖%

· Based on Practical Values:

− 𝑆𝑂𝑀𝑑𝐵 + 30𝑙𝑜𝑔 𝐷𝐾𝑚 + 10𝑙𝑜𝑔 6𝐴𝐵𝐹 𝐺𝐻𝑧 − 70

𝑅 = 1 − 𝑎𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑙𝑎𝑔 100
10

− 27.93 + 30𝑙𝑜𝑔 1.43 + 10𝑙𝑜𝑔 6(1)(0.25 (5.65) − 70

𝑅 = 1 − 𝑎𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑙𝑎𝑔 100
10

𝑹 = 𝟗𝟗.𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟒𝟏%

Table 6 shows the summary of the gain calculations. From

the table a reliability of 99.9999941% can be achieved through this

link, with a system operating margin of 27.93dB indicating that the

proposed microwave link is feasible.

Table 6. Summary of Gain Calculations

Based on Equipment Based on Practical

Specs Values
EIRP 61.2
Isotropic
− 49.38
Receive Level
System Gain 41.93 27.93
Receive Signal
− 22.07 − 22.07
Level
System
41.93 27.93
Operating
 Margin
Reliability (%) 𝑹 = 𝟗𝟗.𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟖% 𝑹 = 𝟗𝟗.𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟒𝟏%

IV. Financial Projection

Table 7 presents the financial costs needed to establish and maintain

the link. As observed from the table, and the subsequent calculation below, an

ROI can be achieved after 46.18 months or four years after the connection has

been established.

Table 7. Financial Projection of the Microwave Link

Poduct Cost Total

AirFiber 5 25,000.00x4 100,000.00
Pole Antenna Mount 23,000.00+23,000.00 46,0000
Extension
Installation 90,000 90,000.00
Miscellaneous 18,000.00 18,000.00
254,000.00

Monthly Cost= 6,000.00- 500.00(Electricity bills)

=5,500.00

Breakeven= 254,000.00/ 5,500.00

=46.18 Months

The ROI of Microwave Link is 46.18 Months

Conclusion

This comprehensive feasibility study is conducted for the implementation

of a microwave link connecting the University of Mindanao - Bolton Campus

and University of Mindanao - Matina Campus. Within this paper is a detailed

analysis of both technical and market considerations focused on achieving

high-speed data transmission surpassing 1Gbps. This study underwent

meticulous evaluation encompassing line and gain calculations, as well as

various critical parameters.

The output data, which includes loss and gain calculations, affirms the

technical viability of the proposed microwave link. Despite some attenuation

factors, the total losses remain within acceptable limits, and a calculated Fade

Margin ensures consistent and reliable performance. Gain Calculations reveal

positive results, showcasing a new Fade Margin that provides a substantial

margin of safety.

Importantly, the project's resilience is highlighted by the reliability factor,

which stands impressively at 99.9999941%. This incredibly high degree of

dependability guarantees the University's essential communication

requirements, including High-speed Internet Access, Administrative Data

Transfer, Secure Data Transfer, and Real-Time Data Transfer, are met.

Strong economic viability is indicated by the breakeven threshold of

46.18, which is significantly lower than the performance levels attained. This

indicates that the project's economic viability is established by the expectation

of a return on investment (ROI) within the suggested 5-year term.

In conclusion, the proposed microwave link, utilizing Ubiquiti Networks'

AirFiber-5, is poised to deliver a state-of-the-art, high-performance data

connection. It not only meets but significantly exceeds the desired data

transmission speeds, offering a reliable, secure, and economically feasible

solution that will enhance the University's operational efficiency and academic

experience.