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U SER G UIDE RG231 Indoor IEEE 802.16e-2005 Mobile WiMAX Gateway, with 2.3/2.5/3.5 GHz Frequency Band Support, Four LAN (RJ-45) Ports, Two VoIP (RJ-11) Ports, and 802.
COMPLIANCES FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
COMPLIANCES EC CONFORMANCE DECLARATION 0560 Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards: ◆ EN 60950-1 (IEC 60950-1) - Product Safety ◆ EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-4, EN 302 326-2 (V1.2.2), EN 302 326-3 (V1.2.2) - EMC requirements for radio equipment This device is intended for use in all European Community countries.
ABOUT THIS GUIDE PURPOSE This guide details the hardware features of the RG231 WiMAX CPE, including its physical and performance-related characteristics, and how to install the device and use its configuration software. AUDIENCE This guide is for PC users with a working knowledge of computers. You should be familiar with Windows operating system concepts.
CONTENTS SECTION I COMPLIANCES 3 ABOUT THIS GUIDE 5 CONTENTS 6 FIGURES 9 TABLES 11 GETTING STARTED 12 1 INTRODUCTION 13 RG231 Hardware Description 14 Wi-Fi Option 14 WPS/Scan Button 14 Power Status LED 15 Wi-Fi Status LED 15 WPS Status LED 16 WiMAX Signal LEDs 16 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX LAN Ports 17 VoIP Phone Ports 17 USB Port 17 Power Adapter Socket 17 WPS/Scan Button 18 Reset Button 18 2 INSTALLING THE RG231 19 Package Checklist 19 Installation Overview 19 Sele
CONTENTS Accessing the Web Management Interface Home Page SECTION II 23 Using the Basic Setup Wizard 24 The Advanced Setup Menu 26 WEB CONFIGURATION 27 4 SYSTEM SETTINGS 28 System Status 29 Administrator Settings 30 Firmware Upgrade 31 Configuration Tools 31 System Time 32 Reset 33 5 GATEWAY CONFIGURATION WAN Settings 34 35 Dynamic IP Address 35 Static IP Settings 36 L2TP Settings 36 DNS 37 NAT SECTION III 22 37 Port Mapping 37 DMZ 39 Route 40 APPENDICES 41 A TR
CONTENTS WiMAX Specifications 45 VoIP Specifications 45 Wi-Fi Specifications 46 Compliances 47 C CABLES AND PINOUTS 48 Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments 48 10/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments 48 Straight-Through Wiring 49 Crossover Wiring 50 RJ-11 Ports 51 GLOSSARY 52 INDEX 57 – 8 –
FIGURES Figure 1: Front of the RG231 14 Figure 2: RG231 LED Indicators 15 Figure 3: Back of the RG231 16 Figure 4: Top of the RG231 18 Figure 5: Base of the RG231 18 Figure 6: RG231 Connections 20 Figure 7: Login Page 22 Figure 8: Home Page 23 Figure 9: WiMAX Account Login 24 Figure 10: Confirm Settings 25 Figure 11: Setup Wizard Finished 25 Figure 12: Advanced Setup 26 Figure 13: System Status – Internet 29 Figure 14: System Status – Gateway 29 Figure 15: System Status – Inform
FIGURES Figure 32: Crossover Wiring 50 Figure 33: RJ-11 Port Pinout 51 – 10 –
TABLES Table 1: RG231 Models 13 Table 2: Power Status LED 15 Table 3: Wi-Fi Status LED 15 Table 4: WPS Status LED 16 Table 5: WiMAX Signal Status LEDs 16 Table 6: LAN Port Status LEDs 17 Table 7: System Settings 28 Table 8: Gateway Configuration 34 Table 9: Troubleshooting Chart 42 Table 10: 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts 49 Table 11: RJ-11 Port Pinout 51 – 11 –
SECTION I GETTING STARTED This section provides an overview of the RG231, and describes how to install and mount the unit. It also describes the basic settings required to access the management interface and run the setup Wizard.
1 INTRODUCTION The RG231 WiMAX 802.16e Self-Install Residential Gateway is a WiMAX subscriber station designed to provide Internet access for a home or small office. The unit provides a gateway function between a WiMAX service provider and a local Ethernet LAN. The device enables a service provider to deliver last mile broadband wireless access as an alternative to wired DSL or cable modems. The RG231 is a plug-and-play device. There are several available models for each of the 2.3, 2.5, and 3.
CHAPTER 1 | Introduction RG231 Hardware Description RG231 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION The front of the RG231 provides an array of system status indicators. The back includes four LAN ports for 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connections, two RJ-11 VoIP phone ports (on some models), and a DC power jack. Figure 1: Front of the RG231 WI-FI OPTION The RG231 includes an 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi support. This unit includes internal antennas for local wireless connections to PCs.
CHAPTER 1 | Introduction RG231 Hardware Description POWER STATUS LED The RG231 includes a Power LED indicator that simplifies installation and WiMAX network troubleshooting. The LED, which is located on the front panel, is described in the following table. Figure 2: RG231 LED Indicators Power Status LED Wi-Fi Status LED WPS Status LED WiMAX Signal LEDs Table 1: Power Status LED Status Description On Green The unit has completed entry to a WiMAX network.
CHAPTER 1 | Introduction RG231 Hardware Description WPS STATUS LED The models that support Wi-Fi operation include a WPS LED indicator that displays the status of the Wi-Fi Protected Setup. The LED, which is located on the front panel, is described in the following table. Table 3: WPS Status LED Status Description On Green WPS authentication of a client has been sucessfully completed. Flashing Green WPS authentication of a client is in progress. Off There is no WPS authentication in progress.
CHAPTER 1 | Introduction RG231 Hardware Description 10BASE-T/ The RG231 provides four 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX RJ-45 ports. These LAN 100BASE-TX LAN ports are standard RJ-45 Ethernet network ports that connect directly to PORTS PCs. They can also be connected to an Ethernet switch or hub to support more users. All ports support automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, so you can use straightthrough cables for all network connections to PCs or servers, or to other switches or hubs.
CHAPTER 1 | Introduction RG231 Hardware Description WPS/SCAN BUTTON Press to automatically authenticate Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) devices in the Wi-Fi network. Press and hold down for more than 5 seconds to perform a scan of WiMAX frequencies. Figure 4: Top of the RG231 WPS Button RESET BUTTON The Reset button is located on the base of the RG231 and is used to reset the unit or restore the factory default configuration.
2 INSTALLING THE RG231 This section describes how to install and connect the RG231 WiMAX 802.16e Self-Install Residential Gateway. PACKAGE CHECKLIST The RG231 package includes: ◆ RG231 unit (RG231-2.3, RG231-2.5, or RG231-3.5) ◆ RJ-45 Category 5 network cable ◆ AC power adapter ◆ Quick Installation Guide ◆ User Guide CD INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Before installing the RG231, verify that you have all the items listed in the package checklist above.
CHAPTER 2 | Installing the RG231 Cable Connections ◆ The device should be accessible for network cabling and allow the status LED indicators to be clearly visible. NOTE: If the RG231 displays a weak WiMAX receive signal, try moving it to another location. CABLE CONNECTIONS The RG231 is a plug-and-play device, so once it has been connected to your PC and powered up, it is fully operable.
CHAPTER 2 | Installing the RG231 Cable Connections 2. Observe the Indicator LEDs. When you power on the RG231, verify that the Power LED turns on and that the other LED indicators start functioning as described under “RG231 Hardware Description” on page 14. 3. Connect Category 5 or better Ethernet cables from the RG231’s LAN ports to the network ports of your PCs. Alternatively, you can connect the LAN ports to an Ethernet switch or other devices.
3 INITIAL CONFIGURATION The RG231 initial configuration steps can be made through its web management interface using the Setup Wizard. It is recommended to make the initial changes by connecting a PC directly to one of the RG231’s LAN ports. ACCESSING THE WEB MANAGEMENT INTERFACE The RG231 has a default IP address of 192.168.1.1 and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0.
CHAPTER 3 | Initial Configuration Accessing the Web Management Interface NOTE: It is recommended that you configure a user password as the first step under “Administrator Settings” on page 4 to control management access to the unit. HOME PAGE The home page displays the current status of the WiMAX connection. To configure basic settings for the current operating mode, click Basic Setup. For more information, see “Using the Basic Setup Wizard” on page 24.
CHAPTER 3 | Initial Configuration Using the Basic Setup Wizard ◆ Connection Status – The current status of the WiMAX connection. ◆ Central Frequency – The center frequency of the WiMAX signal. USING THE BASIC SETUP WIZARD The Basic Setup Wizard takes you through the basic configuration steps for the RG231. Launching the Basic Setup Wizard – To perform basic configuration, click Basic Setup on the home page.
CHAPTER 3 | Initial Configuration Using the Basic Setup Wizard 2. Apply Settings – Click “Confirm” to apply the basic settings. Figure 10: Confirm Settings 3. Basic Setup Finished – When the Basic Setup steps are completed the unit reboots and attempts to connect to the specified WiMAX network. Log in again to return to the Home page.
CHAPTER 3 | Initial Configuration The Advanced Setup Menu THE ADVANCED SETUP MENU The Advanced Setup menu provides access to all the configuration settings available for the RG231. Figure 12: Advanced Setup Each primary menu item is sumarized below with links to the relevant section in this guide where configuration parameters are described in detail: ◆ System – Configures general device settings. See page 28. ◆ WAN – Configures WAN settings. See page 28.
SECTION II WEB CONFIGURATION This section provides details on configuring the RG231 using the web browser interface.
4 SYSTEM SETTINGS The RG231’s System menu allows you to perform general management functions for the unit, including setting the system time, configuring an access password, and upgrading the system software. The System pages include the following options.
CHAPTER 4 | System Settings System Status SYSTEM STATUS The system status page displays connectivity status information for the unit’s WiMAX (WAN) and LAN interfaces, firmware and hardware version numbers, and the number of clients connected to your network. Figure 13: System Status – Internet INTERNET – Displays WAN (WiMAX) connection status: ◆ WAN IP – Displays the IP address assigned by the service provider. ◆ Subnet Mask – Displays the WAN subnet mask assigned by the service provider.
CHAPTER 4 | System Settings Administrator Settings ◆ Firewall – Displays the firewall status. Figure 15: System Status – Information INFORMATION – Displays the number of connected clients, as well as the unit’s LAN and WAN MAC addresses: ◆ Connected Clients – Displays the number of connected clients, if any. ◆ LAN MAC Address – Displays the LAN MAC address. ◆ LAN MTU Address – The maximum transmission unit size in bytes. ◆ WAN MAC Address – Displays WAN MAC address.
CHAPTER 4 | System Settings Firmware Upgrade FIRMWARE UPGRADE The Firmware Upgrade page enables you to download new software to the unit. Figure 17: Firmware Upgrade Firmware Upgrade – Downloads an operation code file from the web management station to the RG231 using HTTP. Use the Browse button to locate the code file locally on the management station and check the Reset Configuration to restore factory defaults. Click Apply to proceed.
CHAPTER 4 | System Settings System Time ◆ Restore Settings – Restores a saved configuration file to the unit. You can use the Browse button to locate the file on the web management station. Figure 19: Restore Configuration Settings SYSTEM TIME The RG231 uses the Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) to set its internal clock based on periodic updates from a time server. Maintaining an accurate time on the device enables the system log to record meaningful dates and times for event entries.
CHAPTER 4 | System Settings Reset ◆ Time Server Address – The IP address of a time server that the unit attempts to poll for a time update. (Default: 192.43.244.18) ◆ Current Time (hh:mm:ss) – Displays the current time of the system clock. ◆ New Time (hh:mm:ss) – Sets the system clock to the time specified. ◆ Sync with host – Sets the unit's time from the web management PC's system time. ◆ Current Date (yyyy:mm:dd) – Displays the current date of the system clock.
5 GATEWAY CONFIGURATION The information in this chapter covers the configuration options for the RG231’s Internet gateway functions. The RG231 provides comprehensive firewall features and NAT isolation for Internet traffic passing from the WiMAX service provider to the local network connected to the LAN ports. The DHCP server feature can assign IP addresses for up to 32 local network PCs and wireless clients. The Advanced Setup menu includes the following items for Internet gateway configuration.
CHAPTER 5 | Gateway Configuration WAN Settings WAN SETTINGS Select the WAN connection type used by your service provider and specify DNS (Domain Name System) servers. Figure 22: WAN Settings The unit can be connected to your ISP in one of the following ways: ◆ DHCP IP Address – Selects configuration for an Internet connection using DHCP for IP address assignment. This is the default setting. ◆ Static IP Address – Selects configuration for an Internet connection using a fixed IP assignment.
CHAPTER 5 | Gateway Configuration WAN Settings STATIC IP SETTINGS Selecting Static IP Address for the WAN type enables you to enter static IP settings as assigned by the service provider. Figure 24: Static IP Settings The following parameters are displayed in this section on this page: ◆ IP Address – The IP address provided by your service provider. Valid IP addresses consist of four decimal numbers, 0 to 255, separated by periods. ◆ Netmask – Indicates the subnet mask, such as 255.255.255.0.
CHAPTER 5 | Gateway Configuration NAT ◆ Server IP – The IP address of the L2TP server, as specified by the service provider. ◆ Username – Enter your user name for connecting to the L2TP service, as supplied by the service provider. (Range: 1-20 characters; Default: No name) ◆ Password – Specify the password for your connection, as supplied by the service provider.
CHAPTER 5 | Gateway Configuration NAT 192.168.7.9 on port 80. Therefore, by just using your external IP address provided by your ISP, Internet users can access the services they need at the local addresses to which you redirect them. The more common TCP service port numbers include: HTTP: 80, FTP: 21, Telnet: 23, and SSH: 22. Figure 27: Port Mapping The following parameters are displayed on this page: ◆ Private IP – The IP address of the server on the local Ethernet network.
CHAPTER 5 | Gateway Configuration NAT DMZ If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application properly from behind the NAT firewall, you can open the client up to unrestricted two-way internet access by defining a virtual-DMZ (virtual-demilitarizedzone) host. Figure 28: DMZ Settings The following parameters are displayed on this page: ◆ Enable – Enables the feature. (Default: Disabled) ◆ DMZ Host – Specifies the IP address of the virtual DMZ host.
CHAPTER 5 | Gateway Configuration Route ROUTE The Routing Table displays the list of static routes on the unit. Figure 29: Routing Table The following parameters are displayed in this section on this page: ◆ Route – The IP address that identifies the IP subnet of the remote network. ◆ Gateway – The IP address of the router within the local IP subnet that forwards traffic to the remote IP subnet. ◆ Netmask – The mask that identifies the IP subnet of the remote network.
SECTION III APPENDICES This section provides additional information and includes these items: ◆ “Troubleshooting” on page 42 ◆ “Hardware Specifications” on page 44 ◆ “Cables and Pinouts” on page 48 – 41 –
A TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSING LED INDICATORS Table 9: Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Action Power LED is Off ◆ AC power adapter may be disconnected. Check connections between the unit, the AC power adapter, and the wall outlet. Power LED is Red ◆ The unit has detected a system error. Reboot the unit to try and clear the condition. ◆ If the condition does not clear, contact your local dealer for assistance. ◆ ◆ Move the location of the unit.
APPENDIX A | Troubleshooting Cannot Access Web Management CANNOT ACCESS WEB MANAGEMENT If the management interface cannot be accessed using a web browser: ◆ Be sure the management station is correctly configured for TCP/IP. The IP settings should be set to “obtain an IP address automatically.” ◆ Try a Ping command from the management station to the unit’s IP address to verify that the entire network path between the two devices is functioning correctly.
B HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS PORTS 4 LAN ports, 10/100BASE-TX with auto-negotiation, RJ-45 connector (Optional) 2 FXS ports (PHONE1, PHONE2), RJ-11 connector NETWORK INTERFACE RJ-45 connector, auto MDI/X: 10BASE-T: RJ-45 (100-ohm, UTP cable; Category 3 or better) 100BASE-TX: RJ-45 (100-ohm, UTP cable; Category 5 or better) LED INDICATORS System: Power, WiMAX signal strength, WiFi, WPS Ports: Link/Activity AC POWER ADAPTER Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 1 A maximum Output: 12 VDC, 2
APPENDIX B | Hardware Specifications WiMAX Specifications WIMAX SPECIFICATIONS ANTENNAS Pattern: Omnidirectional Transmit and Receive: One transmit and two receive with Maximal-Ratio Combining (MRC). Support for transmitter diversity. Gain: 6 dBi Impedance: 50 Ohm OPERATING FREQUENCY FCC-2.5: 2496-2690 MHz Taiwan NCC: 2500-2690 MHz Support for Full Scan and Partial Scan CHANNEL BANDWIDTH 2.
APPENDIX B | Hardware Specifications Wi-Fi Specifications Echo cancellation (G.165/G.168) Adaptive jitter buffer, up to 200 milliseconds DTMF tone detection and generation CALL FEATURES Caller ID number and name Caller ID Block Call transfer Call waiting/hold/retrieve 3-way conference call Call blocking T.38 fax relay Dial plan (E.164 dialing plan) Call forwarding: No Answer/Busy/All REN (RING EQUIVALENT 3 REN total in system NUMBER) WI-FI SPECIFICATIONS MAXIMUM 802.
APPENDIX B | Hardware Specifications Compliances COMPLIANCES EMISSIONS FCC CFR 47 Part 15 Class B EN 55022 class B EN 301 489-1/4/17 EMMUNITY EN 61000-4-2/3/4/5/6/8/11 WIMAX RADIO SIGNAL US: 2.3 GHz - FCC CFR 47 Part 27D; 2.5 GHz - CFR 47 Part 27M/ Part CERTIFICATION 25.254 Europe (3.5 GHz): EN 302 326-2 (V1.2.2), EN 302 326-3 (V1.2.2) NCC: PLMN09 WI-FI RADIO SIGNAL FCC CFR 47 Part 15 Subpart C CERTIFICATION EN 300 328 NCC: LP0002 SAFETY CE: EN 60950-1 (LVD) NCC: CNS14336 STANDARDS IEEE 802.
C CABLES AND PINOUTS TWISTED-PAIR CABLE ASSIGNMENTS For 10/100BASE-TX connections, a twisted-pair cable must have two pairs of wires. Each wire pair is identified by two different colors. For example, one wire might be green and the other, green with white stripes. Also, an RJ-45 connector must be attached to both ends of the cable. CAUTION: Each wire pair must be attached to the RJ-45 connectors in a specific orientation.
APPENDIX C | Cables and Pinouts Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments Table 10: 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts PIN MDI Signal Namea MDI-X Signal Name 1 Transmit Data plus (TD+) Receive Data plus (RD+) 2 Transmit Data minus (TD-) Receive Data minus (RD-) 3 Receive Data plus (RD+) Transmit Data plus (TD+) 6 Receive Data minus (RD-) Transmit Data minus (TD-) 4, 5, 7, 8 Not used Not used a. The “+” and “-” signs represent the polarity of the wires that make up each wire pair.
APPENDIX C | Cables and Pinouts Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments CROSSOVER WIRING If the twisted-pair cable is to join two ports and either both ports are labeled with an “X” (MDI-X) or neither port is labeled with an “X” (MDI), a crossover must be implemented in the wiring.
APPENDIX C | Cables and Pinouts RJ-11 Ports RJ-11 PORTS Standard telephone RJ-11 connectors and cabling can be found in several common wiring patterns. These six-pin connectors can accommodate up to three wire pairs (three telephone lines), but usually only one or two pairs of conductor pins and wires are implemented. The RJ-11 ports on this device contain only one wire pair on the inner pins (3 and 4).
GLOSSARY 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3-2005 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over two pairs of Category 3 or better UTP cable. 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.3-2005 specification for 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over two pairs of Category 5 or better UTP cable. ACCESS POINT An Wi-Fi internetworking device that seamlessly connects wired and wireless networks. AUTHENTICATION The process to verify the identity of a client requesting network access.
GLOSSARY operator depending on performance requirements, operating preferences, and regulatory constraints. CPE Customer-Premises Equipment. Terminal equipment provided by a service provider that is located at a subscriber’s premises and supports a communication channel between a customer and the service provider. DNS Domain Name System. A system used for translating host names for network nodes into IP addresses. DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol.
GLOSSARY IEEE 802.16E The WiMAX standard that provides mobile broadband wireless access using Scalable Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (SOFDMA). IEEE 802.1X Port Authentication controls access to the switch ports by requiring users to first enter a user ID and password for authentication. IP ADDRESS The Internet Protocol (IP) address is a numerical identification assigned to a device that communicates in a network using the Internet Protocol. ISP Internet Service Provider.
GLOSSARY SOFDMA Scalable Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access. The air interface defined for mobile WiMAX. SOFDMA is a multiple access method that allows simultaneous transmissions to and from several users, employing a subchannel structure that scales with bandwidth. SERVICE PROVIDER See Internet Service Provider. SSID Service Set Identifier. A name that is sent in packets over a Wi-Fi network, which functions as a password for clients connecting to the network.
GLOSSARY WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access. WPA employs IEEE 802.1X as its basic framework for user authentication and dynamic key management to provide an enhanced security solution for 802.11 Wi-Fi networks. WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy. WEP is the Wi-Fi security based on the use of RC4 encryption keys. Wi-Fi devices without a valid WEP key are excluded from the network. PSK WPA Pre-shared Key.
INDEX A I AC power adapter 17 administrator password, setting administrator settings 30 Advanced Setup menu 26 auto-logout time 31 30 initial configuration 22 installation, connecting cables 20 installing the device 19 Internet gateway settings 34 IP address 36 B L button, Reset 18 L2TP 35 LAN status information 29 language selection 22 LEDs 15, 16, 17 login, web 22 lost password, recovery 43 C cable assignments 48 cable connections 20 channels, maximum 46 checklist 19 configuration, basic 24 cont
INDEX SNTP 32 enabling client 32 software update 31 subnet mask 36, 40 subscriber station 13 system clock, setting 32 system indicators 15, 16 system information 30 system time 32 T time updates 32 U upgrading software 31 W WAN connection type 29 web management interface access 22 login 22 troubleshooting 43 Wizard, setup 24 – 58 –
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