EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Version 1.
Table of Contents Chapter 1. 1.1 1.2 Before You Start ....................................................................................................................3 Preface ....................................................................................................................................................3 Conventions ............................................................................................................................................3 Chapter 2. 2.1 2.2 2.
5.3.4 5.3.5 5.4 System Upgrade ..........................................................................................................................................83 Reboot.........................................................................................................................................................84 Status.....................................................................................................................................................86 5.4.1 5.4.2 5.4.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Chapter 1. Before You Start Preface EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg is a high performance outdoor Customer-Premise Equipment, CPE, with IP67 compliant (dust resistant and waterproof).
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Chapter 2. System Overview Introduction of EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg The 802.11 b/g compliant EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg is an outdoor wireless device that can be used for dual purposes. Either it can be deployed as a traditional fixed wireless Access Point, AP or it can be used as a Customer Premises Equipment, CPE, that connects to Wireless Internet Service Provider’s, WISP’s, wireless outdoor network. The metal sealed EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg is compact in size and weatherproof.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual System Concept The EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg is designed with WISP’s deployment needs in mind, especially the management capability and permission control with respect to management roles. The EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg can be used in many applications such as examples as follows: • Wireless CPE for Multi Dwelling Unit, MDU, /Multi Tenant Unit, MTU complexes, such as apartments, dormitories, and office complexes.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Specification • Wireless and Wired Interface Standard h Wireless: (1) IEEE 802.11g (up to 54Mbps) and Turbo mode (2) IEEE 802.11b (up to 11Mbps) h • Ethernet: 1x IEEE 802.3 and IEEE 802.3u Wireless Radio h Frequency band: 2.4 GHz h Modulations: (1) 802.11b: DSSS (CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK) (2) 802.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual • h ACK timeout support h Adjustable transmission power: 5 levels h Wireless site survey: for scanning the surrounding access points for connection. Gateway Features in the CPE Mode h Built-in NAT mode: to support IP sharing on the LAN side for multiple users (subscribers) to get access to the Internet. h Built-in DHCP server for issuing local IP addresses.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual h • • • • Support statistics on total transmission encountered and transmitting error occurred Hardware Specifications h Metal case: weather proof, compliant with IP67 standard h On board surge protection h LED Indication: Power x 1; Ethernet x 1; Wireless x 1 Physical and Power h PoE: DC 48V/0.4A h Form factor: Wall or Pole Mountable h Dimensions (W x D x H): 6.5” x 3.8” x 1.9” (165 x 96 x 48 mm) h Weight: 15.9 lbs (7.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Chapter 3. Base Installation Hardware Installation Package Contents The standard package contents of EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg: y EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg x1 y Quick Installation Guide x1 y CD-ROM (with User Manual and QIG) x1 y PSE with AC cable x1 y Mounting Kit x1 y Waterproof Connector Pack x1 Warning: It is highly recommended to use all the supplied components other than any substitute to ensure best performance of the system.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual EW-7301APg Rear Panel 1. N-type Connector: For connection to antenna. EW-7302APg Front Panel 1. Power: Green LED ON indicates power on, and OFF indicates power off. 2. WLAN: Green LED ON indicates system ready. 3. Ethernet: Green LED ON indicates connection, OFF indicates no connection, and BLINKING indicates transmitting data. 4. PoE Connector: For connection to PSE.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Hardware Installation Steps Please follow the steps mentioned below to install the hardware of EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg: 1. Connect N-type antenna to the N-type connector on the rear panel. 2. Connect PSE to the PoE connector on the front panel. 3. Connect an Ethernet cable to the PSE and the other end to a computer. 4. Power on the PSE in order to supply power to EW-7301APG 1. Connect PSE to the PoE connector on the front panel. 2.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Software Configuration Instruction to Web Management Interface EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg provides a user friendly web management interface for configuration. As the EW7301APg/EW-7302APg is a dual mode system which can be configured into either a gateway or access point as desired, it is recommended the system manager follows the respected installation procedures of the desired mode in order to properly setting up the system.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual 3.2.1.1. CPE Mode Step 1: Launch Web Browser Launch a web browser to access the web management interface of CPE mode by entering the default IP address, http://192.168.2.1, in the URL field, and then press Enter. Note: The default IP addresses for CPE mode and AP mode are different. Using an incorrect default IP address will result in no Login Page shown in web browser. Please make sure correct IP address is used for the desired mode; refer to Section 3.2.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Step 3: Login Success System Overview page will appear after successful login. To logout, simply click on the Logout button on the top right hand corner of the management interface. Note: By default, CPE mode is enabled. Thus, system manager must login to the system via the CPE mode login page at the first time login to the system. The system manager is then able to switch between modes afterwards. For information on switching between modes, please refer to Section 4.1.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual 3.2.1.2. AP Mode Step 1: IP Segment Set-up for Administrator’s PC Set the IP segment of the administrator’s computer to be in the same range as EW-7301APg/EW7302APg for accessing the system. Do not duplicate the IP address used here with IP address of EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg or any other device within the network. Example of IP Segment: The value for underlined area can be changed as desired; the valid range is 1 ~ 254.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Step 3: System Login The system manager Login Page then appears. Enter “root” as User name and “1234” as Password, and then click OK to login to the system. Note: There is only one system manager account in AP mode, i.e. the root account. Step 4: Login Success System Overview page will appear after successful login. To logout, simply click on the Logout button on the top right hand corner of the management interface.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Quick Configuration EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg is a dual mode system which can be configured either as a gateway or an access point as desired. This section provides a step-by-step configuration procedure for basic installation on both CPE mode and AP mode. 3.2.2.1. CPE Mode Step 1: Mode Confirmation Ensure the Operating Mode is currently at CPE mode; the web management UI can be viewed at the Status section under the System Overview page.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Step 2: Change Password Click on the Utilities button and then select the Change Password tab. • Change Root Account Password Enter the old password in the Old Password field; default password is 1234. Enter a new password, and verify it again in the New Password field and Re-enter New Password field respectively. • Change Admin Account Password Enter a new password, and verify it again in the New Password field and Re-enter New Password field respectively.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Step 4: Select AP to be Associated Search for the AP to be associated with from the scan list provided in Step 3; use Cip-A3-1 as an example here where the AP is encrypted via WEP security type. Step 5: Security Settings Click Setup of the Cip-A3-1, and a related encryption configuration box will appear. Enter the information required in the configuration box. Information to be entered shall be exactly the same as configured in the Cip-A3-1 AP.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Step 7: LAN Configuration Click on the System button and then select Network tab. The LAN Configuration page is on the same page as WAN Configuration. Enter the IP address and Netmask of the LAN port. Click Apply to activate all settings configured so far. Note: For more information on LAN Configuration, please refer to Section 4.1.3 – Network Settings. Congratulation! The CPE mode is now successfully configured.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual 3.2.2.2. AP Mode: Step 1: Mode Confirmation Ensure the Operating Mode is currently at AP mode; the web management UI can be viewed at the Status section under the System Overview page. Note: For more information in switching to AP mode, if it is not currently active, please refer to Section 4.1.2 – Operating Mode. Step 2: Change Password Click on the Utilities button and then select the Change Password tab.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Enter a new password, and verify it again in the New Password field and Re-enter New Password field respectively. Click Save, and proceed with steps followed. Note: For more information to change password, please refer to Section 5.3.1 – Change Password.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Step 3: Network Settings Click on the System button and then select the Network tab. Enable Static, and then enter the related information in the field marked with red asterisks. Click Save to save the settings. Note: For more information on network settings, please refer to Section 5.1.3 – Network Setting. Step 4: SSID Settings Click on the Wireless button and then select the General tab.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Step 5: Security Settings Click on the Wireless button and then select the Security tab. Select WEP from the drop down list as an example here. Enter the information required in the blank field, and the same information will also be used to set up devices which will then be using EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg’s services. Click Apply to activate all settings configured so far. Note: For more information on security settings, please refer to Section 5.2.3 – Security Settings.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Chapter 4. CPE Mode Configuration When CPE mode is active, the system acts as a gateway where it connects to the WAN wirelessly, and provides Ethernet connection to users via wired LAN. This section will guide you through setting up the CPE mode with graphical illustrations. EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg provides functions as stated below where they can be configured via a user-friendly web-based interface.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual System This section provides information in configuring the following functions: System Information, Operating Mode, Network Settings, and Management Services. Note: System restart is required when a reminding message appears after clicking APPLY button; all settings entered and saved will take effect only after the system restart.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual System Information The administrator can later obtain the geographical location of the system via the information configured here. System time can also be configured via this page where manual setting and NTP server configuration are both supported. y System Information: For maintenance purpose, it is recommended to have the following information stated as clear as possible. ¾ Name: Enter a desired name or use the default provided.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual ▬ Set Date: Select the appropriate Year, Month, and Day from the drop down list. ▬ Set Time: Select the appropriate Hour, Min, and Sec from the drop down list. Operating Mode EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg supports two operation modes: CPE mode and AP mode. The administrator can set the desired mode via this page, and then configure the system according to their deployment needs.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Network Settings WAN and LAN settings can be configured via this page. • WAN Configuration: Information entered here shall follow the network setting as the AP to be associated with. Otherwise, the WAN connection cannot be set up. ¾ Mode: Check either Static or DHCP button as desired for setting up the IP of WAN port.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual o o Static: The administrator can manually set up the WAN IP address if static IP is available/ preferred. ▬ IP Address: The IP address of the WAN port. ▬ Netmask: The Subnet mask of the WAN port. ▬ Gateway: The Gateway IP address of the WAN port. ▬ Primary DNS Server: The IP address of the primary Domain Name System, DNS, server. ▬ Secondary DNS Server: The IP address of the substitute DNS server.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual ¾ DDNS: Check Enable button to activate this function or Disable to deactivate this function. ¾ Provider: The name of the DDNS provider the system is registered with. Select appropriate provider from the drop down list. • ¾ Host Name: The FQDN name registered with the above service provider. ¾ User name/ E-mail: The account ID, user name or e-mail, registered with the DDNS provider. ¾ Password/ Key: The password of the account with the DDNS provider.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual o Start IP / End IP: Specify the range of IP addresses to be used by the DHCP server when assigning IP address to clients. o Preferred DNS Server: Enter IP address of the preferred DNS server; this field is required. o Alternate DNS Server: Enter IP address of the second DNS server; this is optional. o WINS Server IP: Enter IP address of the Windows Internet Name Service, WINS, server; this is optional. o Domain Name: Enter the domain name for this network.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual • o Enable/ Disable: Check Enable button to activate this function or Disable to deactivate this function. o Server IP Address: Enter the IP address of the assigned server for receiving the trap report. Syslog Configuration: Event can be exported to an external server for record keeping and management via this function. ¾ Enable/ Disable: Check Enable button to activate this function or Disable to deactivate this function.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Wireless This section will guide users through wireless setting for EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg to associate with its uplink AP.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual General Settings • Band: Select an appropriate wireless band, or disable if the service is not required; bands available are 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11b+802.11g. • SSID: Assign Service Set ID for the wireless system to be associated with. • Short Preamble: The short preamble provides 56-bit Synchronization field to improve WLAN transmission efficiency.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Advanced Wireless Settings The administrator can set the RTS threshold, and fragmentation threshold via this page. • RTS Threshold: Tuning the Request to Send, RTS, threshold will help the system control its access to medium and alleviate the hidden node problem. Enter a value ranging from 1 to 2346. • Fragmentation Threshold: The value specifies the maximum size of packet allowed before data is fragmented into multiple packets.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Security Settings The system supports two encryption types, WEP and WPA-PSK. The administrator can configure the encryption settings via this page, or disregard the encryption by selecting None from the drop down list. • None: Data are unencrypted during transmission when this option is selected. • WEP: WEP, Wired Equivalent Privacy, is a data encryption mechanism based on a 64-bit or 128-bit shared key algorithm.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual ¾ Cipher Suite: Select an encryption method to be used from the drop down list, i.e. TKIP, AES (WPA2), or Mixed. ¾ Pre-shared Key Type: Check on the respected button to enable Pre-shared key type, either PSK (Hex) or Passphrase. ¾ Pre-shared Key: Enter the information for pre-shared key; the format of the information shall according to the key type selected. ¾ Group Key Update Period: The time interval for the Group Key to be renewed.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Site Survey Access points located around the system can be found via the scan function. The administrator can then select a desired AP to be associated with via this page. Figure 4-2-4-1: AP Scan Result • SSID: Service Set ID of the AP or repeater found around the system. • MAC Address: MAC address of the respected AP or repeater. • Channel: The channel number currently used by the respective AP or repeater.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual o WPA-PSK: Click Setup to configure the WPA-PSK setting required by to-be-associated target AP. The following interface appears at the bottom of the screen. For more information on the WPA-PSK security settings, please refer to Section 4.2.3- Security Settings. Note: The detailed information of AP displayed in Figure 4-2-4-1 is for example only. Actual data of APs available to the system shall depend on the actual networking environment where the system is in operation.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Firewall Current firewall functions supported are IP/ Port forwarding and DMZ, Demilitarized Zone. The administrator can open a certain area in the network to the Internet for limited and controlled access for special purpose such as gaming server or conferencing center.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual IP/ Port Forwarding A certain area in the network can be exposed to the Internet in a limited and controlled way for on-line game or video conferencing via this page. Please ensure the internal port to be used is not occupied by other applications. • Service Name: Name of the IP/ Port Forwarding service to be added. Enter an appropriate name, i.e. Game for gaming service or Phone for voice call service.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual • IP/ Port Forwarding: The information of the current service available. ¾ External Port Range: The port range of the external port used for the respected service. ¾ Internal IP Address: The corresponding IP of the internal host used for the respected service. ¾ Delete: Click Delete to remove the respected service. ¾ Edit: Click Edit to alter the current setting.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Demilitarized Zone The Demilitarized Zone, DMZ, allows a computer or server to be exposed to the Internet for special purpose, i.e. a web server, where external users can access the location without authentication. • Enable: Check Enable button to activate this function, and Disable to deactivate. • Internal IP Address: Enter the IP address of the computer or server to be used as DMZ host; only one DMZ host can be activated at any time period.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Utilities The administrator can maintain the system via this page; Change Password, Network Utilities, Configuration Save / Restore, System Upgrade, and Reboot.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Change Password The system supports two management accounts, root and admin. The system manager is assigned with full administrative privileges when logging in with the root account where the root manager can manage the system in any respect. However, when the system manager logs in via the admin account, only basic maintenance can be performed.
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EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Network Utilities The administrator can diagnose the WAN and LAN connectivity via this function. • Ping Host (Domain/ IP): Enter the desired domain name or IP address of the target device for diagnosis purpose, i.e. www.google.com, and click Ping to proceed. The ping result will be shown in the Result field.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Configuration Save / Restore Current settings on the system can be backed up, or previous backed up settings can be restored as well as resetting the system to factory default can be performed via this page. • Reset to Default: Click Reset to load the factory default settings of EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg. A pop-up screen will appear to reconfirm the request to restart the system. Click OK to proceed, or click Cancel to cancel the restart request.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual y Backup Settings: Click Save to save the current system settings to a local disk, i.e. the HDD of a local computer or Compact Disc. y Restore Settings: Click Browse to search for a previously saved backup file, and then click Upload to restore the settings; the system will be configured to the same settings as specified in the backup file.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual System Upgrade To upgrade the system firmware, click Browse to search for the new firmware file, and then click Apply to execute the upgrade process. Note: 1. To prevent data loss during firmware upgrade, please back up the current settings before proceeding to firmware upgrade. 2. Please restart the system after the upgrade. Do not interrupt the system, i.e. power on/off, during the upgrading process or the restarting process as this may damage the system.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Reboot This function allows the administrator to safely restart the EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg. Click Reboot to restart the system immediately, and the whole process will take about three minutes to complete. A pop-up screen appears to confirm the request to restart the system. Click OK to proceed, or click Cancel to cancel the restart request. A warning message as displayed below appears during the rebooting period.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Status Information of current system settings can be overviewed via this page; statuses of System Overview, Event Log, DHCP Lease and UPnP are displayed in this interface.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual System Overview Detailed information on System, Radio Status, LAN Interface, and WAN Interface can be reviewed via this page. • System: Display the information of the system. ¾ System Name: The name of the system. ¾ Firmware Version: The current firmware version installed. ¾ Build Number: The build number of the firmware installed. ¾ Location: The reminding note on the geographical location of the system. For more information, please refer to Section 4.1.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual ¾ Signal Strength: The signal strength of the associated AP. The administrator can configure the encryption settings via this page, or disregard the encryption by selecting None from the drop down list. ¾ • • Security: The encryption settings. LAN Interface: Display the information of the LAN connection. ¾ MAC Address: The MAC address of the LAN port. ¾ IP Address: The IP address of the LAN port. ¾ Subnet Mask: The Subnet Mask of the LAN port.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Event Log All the system events are shown here. Note: As the Event Log is stored in RAM, it will be refreshed after the system is restarted. The system also supports a Syslog function which can report the event to an external Syslog server. • Date/ Time: The date and time when the event occurred. • Hostname: The name of the host which records the event. It helps the administrator identify the source of the reported events.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual DHCP Leases Information on DHCP leases is stated in this page where administrator can easily search for LAN IP/MAC address binding information and the lease period. • No: Item number of the respected LAN IP leased. • IP: The IP address assigned by DHCP server to the specific LAN device. • MAC Address: The MAC address of the LAN device. • Expires in: The expiration time of the respected leased IP address.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual UPnP Devices within LAN can communicate with hosts at WAN via the mapped ports without performing manual configuration by the administrator when the UPnP, Universal Plug-and-Play, feature is enabled; the device using this service shall also support UPnP function. All devices currently using this service will be listed in this page. • Status: Indicate the current status of UPnP function, either enabled or disabled.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Online Help ¾ Online Help: There is a Help button allocated on the top right hand corner. Click Help to enter the Online Help page, and then click the respected hyperlink on the topic to obtain further information.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Chapter 5. AP Mode Configuration When AP mode is activated, the system can be configured as an Access Point or Access Point/Repeater at the same time. This section provides information in configuring the AP mode with graphical illustrations. EW7301APg/EW-7302APg provides functions as stated below where they can be configured via a user-friendly web based interface.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual System This section provides information in configuring the following functions: System Information, Operating Mode, Network Settings, and Management Services. Note: System restart is required when a reminding message appears after clicking APPLY button; all settings entered and saved will take effect only upon system restart.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual System Information The administrator can later obtain the geographical location of the system via the information configured here. System time can also be configured via this page where manual setting and NTP server configuration are both supported. y System Information: For maintenance purpose, it is recommended to have the following information stated as clear as possible. ¾ Name: Name the system. Enter a desired name or use the default.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual ▬ Set Date: Select the appropriate Year, Month, and Day from the drop down list. ▬ Set Time: Select the appropriate Hour, Min, and Sec from the drop down list.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Operating Mode EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg supports two operation modes; CPE mode and AP mode. The administrator can set the desired mode via this page, and then configure the system according to their deployment needs. • CPE Mode: Check CPE Mode button to enable CPE mode, and then click Apply to activate the setting. • AP Mode: Check AP Mode button to enable AP Mode, and then click Apply to activate the setting.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Network Settings LAN settings can be configured via this page. • Mode: Check either Static or DHCP button as desired to set up the system IP of LAN port. ¾ ¾ Static: The administrator can manually set up the LAN IP address when static IP is available/preferred. o IP Address: The IP address of the LAN port. o Netmask: The Subnet mask of the LAN port. o Gateway: The Gateway address of the LAN port. o Primary DNS Server: The IP address of the primary DNS server.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual • VLAN for Management: By enabling this function, management traffic from the device is tagged with a VLAN ID. Enter a value ranged from 1 to 4094 for the VLAN ID if the option is enabled. • SNMP Configuration: By enabling SNMP function, the administrator can obtain the system information remotely. ¾ Enable/ Disable: Check Enable button to activate this function or Disable to deactivate this service.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual • Syslog Configuration: Event can be reported to an external server for record keeping and management via this function. ¾ Enable/ Disable: Check Enable button to activate this function or Disable to deactivate this function. ¾ Server IP: The IP address of the Syslog server to receive the event report. ¾ Server Port: The port number of the Syslog server. ¾ Log Level: Assign the type of the severity level on the events that will be reported to the external server.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Wireless The system manager can configure related wireless settings, General Settings, Advanced Settings, Security Settings, Repeater Settings, Access Control Settings, and Site Survey via this page.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual General Settings EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg supports 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11b/g mode. Select the desired mode and proceed further with information required respectively to set up the system. • Band: Select an appropriate wireless band, or disable if the service is not required; bands available are 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11b+802.11g. • SSID: Assign Service Set ID for the wireless system.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Advanced Wireless Settings The administrator can further tune up wireless LAN via this page. • Beacon Interval: The duration of time for the system to transmit beacon frames. Enter a value between 25 and 500ms; the default value is 100 milliseconds. • RTS Threshold: Tuning the Request to Send, RTS, threshold will help the system control its access to medium and alleviate the hidden node problem. Enter a value ranging from 1 to 2346.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Security Settings The system supports several wireless security types, namely WEP, 802.1X, WPA-PSK, WPA-RADIUS, and MAC. The administrator can configure the wireless settings via this page or disregard the setting by selecting None from the drop down list. • None: Authentication is not required and data is not encrypted during transmission when this option is selected.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual • 802.1X: When 802.1X Authentication is enabled, please refer to the following Dynamic WEP and RADIUS settings to complete the configuration. ¾ Dynamic WEP Settings: o Dynamic WEP Key: By enabling this function, the system will automatically generate WEP keys for encrption. o WEK Key Length: Check on the respected radio button to enable either 64 bits or 128 bits key length.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual selected. ¾ • Group Key Update Period: The time interval for the Group Key to be renewed; the unit is in second. WPA-RADIUS: The RADIUS authentication and data encryption will be both enabled if this option is selected. ¾ WPA Settings: o Cipher Suite: Select an encryption method to be used from the drop down list, i.e. TKIP (WPA), AES (WPA), TKIP(WAP2), AES (WAP2), or Mixed.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Repeater Settings The system can serve as an Access Point, a Repeater, or an Access Point with Repeater depending on deployment needs. Select the desired mode from the drop down list, Repeater Type, and proceed with respected settings. • None: When None is selected, the system is acting as an Access Point only; therefore, no further setting on the Repeater tab is required. • WDS: When WDS is selected, the system is acting as an Access Point with WDS Repeater.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual ¾ The SSISD Upper-Bound AP: Specify the SSID of the upper-bound AP the system will assist to extend its wireless service coverage. ¾ Security Type: Select the security type used by upper-bound AP, either WEP or WAP-PSK. The security settings should follow the configuration of the upper-bound AP. o WEP: IF WEP is the security type used by upper-bound AP, the system will need to be configured with the same settings acquired from the upper-bound AP.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Access Control Settings The administrator can restrict the wireless access based on clients’ MAC addresses. • Access Control Type - Disable: When Disable is selected, there is no restriction for wireless clients to access the system. • Access Control Type - Allow List: With this selection, only the devices (represented by their MAC addresses) stated in the Allow List are granted with access to the system.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Site Survey If Universal Repeater function is enabled, Site Survey tool is enabled to scan surrounding available APs. The system manager can then select an appropriate/desired AP to be connected to extend its wireless service coverage. Figure 5-2-6-1: Site Survey- when repeater function is disabled. Figure 5-2-6-2: Site Survey- when repeater function is enabled. • SSID: Service Set ID of the AP found around the system. • MAC Address: MAC address of the respected AP.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual o WPA-PSK: Click Setup to configure the WPA-PSK setting required by to-be-associated target AP. The following interface will then appear at the bottom of the screen and please provide the same settings from to-be-associated target AP. Note: The detailed information of AP displayed in Figure 5-2-6-2 is for example only. Actual shown data of APs available to the system shall depend on the actual network environment.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Utilities The administrator can maintain the system via this page: Change Password, Network Utilities, Configuration Save & Restore, System Upgrade, and Reboot. Change Password The administrator can change password via this page. Enter the original password and new password, and then verify the new password in the Re-enter Password field. Click Apply to activate the new password.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Network Utilities The administrator can diagnose the network connectivity via this function. • Ping Host (Domain/ IP): Enter the desired domain name or IP address of the target device for diagnosis purpose, i.e. www.google.com, and click Ping to proceed. The ping result will be shown in the Result field.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Configuration Save / Restore Current settings on the system can be backed up, or previous backed up settings can be restored as well as resetting the system back to factory default can be performed via this page. • Reset to Default: Click Reset to load the factory default settings of EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg. A pop-up screen will appear to reconfirm the request to restart the system. Click OK to proceed, or click Cancel to cancel the restart request.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual y Backup Settings: Click Save to save the current system settings to a local disk, i.e. the HDD of a local computer or Compact Disc. y Restore Settings: Click Browse to search for a previously saved backup file, and then click Upload to restore the settings; the system will then be configured to the same settings as specified by the backup file.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual System Upgrade To upgrade the system firmware, click Browse to search for the new firmware file, and then click Apply to execute the upgrade process. Note: 1. To prevent data loss during firmware upgrade, please back up the current settings before proceeding to firmware upgrade. 2. Please restart the system after the upgrade. Do not interrupt the system, i.e. power on/off, during the upgrading process or the restarting process as this may damage the system.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Reboot This function allows the administrator to safely restart the EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg. Click Reboot to restart the system immediately, and the whole process will take about three minutes to complete. A pop-up screen appears to confirm the request to restart the system. Click OK to proceed, or click Cancel to cancel the restart request. A warning message as displayed below appears during the rebooting period.
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EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Status Information of current system settings can be overviewed via this page; statuses of System Overview, Clients, Repeater, and Event Log are displayed in this interface.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual System Overview Detailed information on System, Radio Status, LAN Interface, and AP Status can be reviewed via this page. • System: Display the information of the system. ¾ System Name: The name of the system. ¾ Firmware Version: The current firmware version installed. ¾ Build Number: The build number of the firmware installed. ¾ Location: The reminding note on the geographical location of the system. For more information, please refer to Section 4.1.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual ¾ • • Tx Power: The wireless transmitting power of the system. LAN Interface: Display the information of the LAN interface. ¾ MAC Address: The MAC address of the LAN port. ¾ IP Address: The IP address of the LAN port. ¾ Subnet Mask: The Subnet Mask of the LAN port. ¾ Gateway: The gateway IP address of the LAN port. AP Status: Display the AP configuration information of the system. ¾ BSSID: Basic Service Set ID of the AP.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Associated Client Status The administrator can obtain detailed Information such as ESSID, MAC Address, SNR, and Idle Time of all associated clients via this page. • ESSID: ESSID which the device is associated with. • MAC Address: Indicate the associated client’s MAC address. • SNR: Indicate the SNR, Signal to Noise Ratio, of the respective client’s association. • Idle Time: Time period that the associated client is inactive (units in second).
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Repeater Information Detailed information on the repeater function can be reviewed in this page. • • Repeater Status: ¾ Status: The status of the repeater, either Enabled or Disabled. ¾ Mode: The mode selected for the repeater function, either Universal Repeater or WDS. ¾ Encryption: The encryption type used, none, WEP, or WPA-PSK.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Event Log The reported system events can be reviewed here. Note: As the Event Log is stored in RAM, it will be refreshed after the system is restarted. The system also supports a Syslog function which can report the event to an external Syslog server. • Date/ Time: The date and time when the event occurred. • Hostname: The name of the host which records the event. It helps the administrator identify the source of the reported events.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Appendix A. EZ Connector Installation Please follow the procedures below to install the waterproof connector for Ethernet cable. Step 1: The Connector Package There is a connector pack included with the system as show in figure below. Step 2: Connector Parts Included There are 7 parts included in the connect pack as shown in the figure below, part-A to part-G. Step 3: Connect the Part-E, Part -B, and Part -F Step 3-1: Plug Part -E into Part -B.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Step 3-2: Plug Connected-E & B with Part -F. The figure below illustrates the connected result. Step 4: Connect Part-C with Part-G Tear off top sticker (white) from part-C, and then attach part-C to part-G. Step 5: Install UTP Cable Install UTP Cable through Part-A , the connected-part-B, and the connected-part-G.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual • Completed: Step 7: Plug RJ-45 Connector into EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg. Step 8: Completion The EZ connector installation is then completed.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Appendix B. System Manager Authorities There are two system management accounts for maintaining the system under CPE mode; namely, the root and admin accounts are with different levels of privileges. The root manager account is empowered with full privilege while the admin manager account is with partial. Please refer to the following table for the admin manager account’s privileges.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual Appendix C. Windows TCP/IP Settings • Windows 9x / ME 1. From Control Panel, select Network. 2. In Network Configuration window, select TCP/IP and click on Properties button. 3. Select Specify an IP address, and type in: IP Address: 192.168.1.100 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual • Windows 2000 1. From Control Panel, select Network and Dialup Connections. 2. Click right on Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. 3. In Local Area Connection Properties window, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click on Properties button. 4. Select Use the following IP address, and type in: IP Address: 192.168.1.100 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.
EW-7301APg/EW-7302APg User Manual • Windows XP 1. From Control Panel, select Network and Internet Connections and then click on Network Connections. 2. Click right on Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. 3. In Local Area Connection Properties window, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click on Properties button. 4. Select Use the following IP address, and type in: IP Address: 192.168.1.100 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.
FCC Warning 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
