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CHAPTER 3

STARTING OUT

Revised: 21 Mar 08 3-1 EST P/N AA107G

OVERVIEW

Most configuration of the ESTeem Model 195Eg is completed using the internal Web interface (discussed in detail in Chapter 4),

but to access the modem through a web browser requires first setting the TCP/IP address. The TCP/IP address (IP address) is set at

the factory for a static Class B (172.16.xxx.xxx - Mask 255.255.0.0) and listed on the ESTeem documentation. If this IP address

does not match your network configuration, you will need to use either the ESTeem 195E Discovery program or the RS-232

interface to set the IP address in the 195Eg.

QUICK START GUIDE

A printed copy of the Model 195Eg Quick Start Guide was provided in the documentation package that arrived with your new

ESTeem 195Eg. This guide is an abbreviated step-by-step procedure on configuration of the 195Eg for most Ethernet bridging and

Access Point applications. A copy of the Quick Start Guide is provided in Appendix G of this User’s Manual for convenience.

MODEL 195Eg HARDWARE LAYOUT

Unpack the ESTeem Model 195Eg shipping boxes and locate the items contained below for initial configuration. Take a few

minutes to inventory your equipment before you proceed. Report any missing or damaged items to Customer Support (509-735-

9092) as soon as possible.

Each node in your ESTeem Model 195Eg’s network may have different hardware components based upon the final installation

location (i.e Outdoor, Indoor, Point-to-point or Muti-Point). Antenna types, cable lengths, power supplies may be different, but the

following items will be required for basic setup:

Model 195Eg

AA109 Resource Disk

Antenna

(AA01S Displayed)

(2) Ethernet Cables

Power Supply

(AA175 Displayed)

Serial Interface Cable

(AA6021.1)

Note: Your accessory model numbers may vary from the above, but you will need to locate each of above items to continue

configuration.

Summary of content (18 pages)

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CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT OVERVIEW Most configuration of the ESTeem Model 195Eg is completed using the internal Web interface (discussed in detail in Chapter 4), but to access the modem through a web browser requires first setting the TCP/IP address. The TCP/IP address (IP address) is set at the factory for a static Class B (172.16.xxx.xxx - Mask 255.255.0.0) and listed on the ESTeem documentation.
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CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT (Optional) Second RS-232 Ethernet Reset Switch Data Port Port Status LED Receive LED Transmit LED RS-232 Configuration RJ-45 10/100BaseT Ethernet Port Aux Power LED 12 VDC Input (Auxiliary Connector ) Figure 1: 195Eg Front Panel Overview Power over Ethernet LED Notes: • There is no Power On/Off switch on the Model 195Eg. • Attach the programming Cable to the RS-232 Programming Port and the Patch Cable between the Power Supply and Ethernet port.
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CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT The following steps should be completed before any modifications are made to the IP address in the ESTeem Model 195Eg: 1. Connect the antenna to the antenna connector on the ESTeem Model 195Eg (Figure 3). For a single antenna use Antenna Port A and connect both if using dual antennas. 2. Assemble the 195Eg hardware as shown in Figure 4.
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CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT 3. Complete the following System Configuration Table. The Model 195Eg will link to other Model 195Eg’s on the network via the WLAN Media Access Control (MAC) address found on the bottom of the case. This MAC address is six hexadecimal digits separated by colons and is configured at the factory. Every MAC address in the world is unique and can not be changed. Complete the following chart to aid in your when defining modes of operation and repeater routes.
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CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT ESTEEM DISCOVERY UTILITY The ESTeem Discovery Utility will allow you to configure the IP address on the Model 195Eg to match your network. Install the Discovery Utility on your computer by inserting the Resource Disk in your CD drive. Note: The ESTeem Resource Disk is stand-alone copy of the ESTeem Web site (Figure 5). Navigation of the Resource Disk is as simple as using your web browser.
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CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT 4. Connect the Model 195Eg to your computer either direct to the Ethernet card or through a HUB/Switch using a CAT-5e Ethernet cable. The Ethernet port on the 195Eg supports Auto-Negotiation so either a patch cable or crossover cable will work. Open the ESTeem Discovery Program and press the Discover Modems button. The Model 195Eg will be displayed in the program by the Ethernet MAC address and Current IP Address (Figure 7).
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CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT USING THE RS-232 INTERFACE Any terminal emulation program that can run with VT100 emulation can be used for this configuration of the ESTeem. Most Windows users will probably use either Hyper Terminal or the Terminal Emulation in the ESTeem Utility program. Configure your RS-232C port for a Baud Rate to 38,400, Data Bits to 8, Parity to None, Stop Bits to 1 and Handshaking to None and set the Emulation type to VT100.
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CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT 5. If your computer is configured properly, you will see the ESTeem Model 195Eg booting sequence on your Terminal Emulation program. Once the ESTeem boot sequence is complete (approximately 30 seconds) you will receive this message: “Please press Enter to active this console.” If you don’t see this message press the Reset button on the front panel of the Model 195Eg and/or check the programming of your RS-232 port. 6.
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CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT 11. The ESTeem Configuration Welcome Screen (Figure 11) will now be displayed. Press the Enter key to continue on the Top menu items. Figure 11: RS-232 Welcome Screen Note: The configuration menu functions the same as the Web Configuration Manager, but requires moving the arrows to change fields. To move left and right on the Menu Items use the Up and Down arrow keys and press Enter to select the highlighted item. 12.
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CHAPTER 3 STARTING OUT 13. Select Ethernet Only and press the Enter key. In the initial configuration it is best not to use the ESTeem as a DHCP client. Select OFF on the DHCP client services on the next screen and continue the process selecting Next and Posting the information. Program the basic operating parameters such as assigning the Model 195Eg an IP Address, IP Net Mask, Gateway IP Address, Domain Name, or DNS IP Address.
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CHAPTER 4 WEB CONFIGURATION The ESTeem Model 195Eg Web Configuration Manager is an internal web server that will allow setup, monitoring and diagnostics of all operating parameters in the Model 195Eg. The 195Eg can be configured using any current web browser software such as Internet Explorer, Netscape or Mozilla. LOGGING ON TO THE ESTeem WEB PAGE 1. Using your Web Browser connect to the Model 195Eg Web Page with the IP Address that you have assigned it in Chapter 3. 2.
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CHAPTER 4 WEB CONFIGURATION WEB CONFIGURATION MANAGER SECTIONS The following sections will describe the features in each of the main and sub menu items in the web pages. For step-by-step examples of how to configure the Model 195Eg in different Modes of Operation, please refer to Chapter 5 – Example Configurations. Top Menu The Top Menu will be the default web page for the Model 195Eg Web Configuration Manager (Figure 2).
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CHAPTER 4 WEB CONFIGURATION Status Menu The Status Menu provides a summary of the current mode of operation, system time, processor usage, internal temperature and status of the communication links to other wireless devices. An example is shown below in Figure 5. Most of the communication troubleshooting is done in this section of the Web Configuration Manager. Figure 5: Status Screen Peer Status Table The Peer Status submenu lists the connected wireless devices (either Model 195Egs or 802.
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CHAPTER 4 WEB CONFIGURATION Associated Station – This section will list all the associated stations that are attached to the Access Point. These could be other Model 195Eg’s in one of the three Client modes or 802.11g/b devices. Repeater Peers – This section will list all connected 195Eg repeater peers by their Wireless MAC address. For detailed information on repeaters, see Chapter 6 – Repeating Features. Access Points – This section will list all other 802.11g or 802.
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CHAPTER 4 WEB CONFIGURATION System Log Screen The Log Screen is a trouble-shooting tool that shows the current log of Model 195Eg system messages. See Figure 7. The System Details button will display a more detailed system diagnostics that may be requested by ESTeem technical support. Figure 7: System Log Screen Setup Screen The Setup screen allows the step-by-step configuration of the Model 195Eg. Please see Chapter 5 for complete description on System Setup menu and examples for system configurations.
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CHAPTER 4 WEB CONFIGURATION Advanced Configuration Screen The Advanced screen allows the user to access all configuration parameters. The parameters are grouped based upon their variable. It is recommended that only advanced users of the Model 195Eg enter this section unless instructed by ESTeem technical support. See Figure 9. Figure 9: Advanced Features Screen Backup Screen The Backup Screen saves the current configuration in the Model 195Eg to a file on the computer or network. See Figure 10.
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CHAPTER 4 WEB CONFIGURATION Restore Screen The Restore screen is used to restore the 195Eg to factory defaults, return to the last saved configuration or to access the configuration files that were backed up to the computer. See Figure 11. Figure 11: Restore Setting Screen Factory Default – Returns the Model 195Eg to all factory default values. Last Committed Changes – This button will remove any changes to the modem that have been done since the last committed changes.
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CHAPTER 4 WEB CONFIGURATION Software Update Screen The Software Update feature allows the user to update the latest Model 195Eg operating system software from a file supplied by the factory or the Internet to the Model 195Eg’s flash memory. To upload from a file on your computer, select Upload via web browser and a file selection window will be displayed. To upload directly from the Internet, select Download from an http or ftp URL and enter the site address. See Figure 13.