Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Copyright Statement Nexxt Solutions™ is a registered trademark. Other trademarks or brand names contained herein are the trademarks or registered brand names of their respective owners. Copyright of the whole product as integration, including its accessories and software, belongs to Nexxt Solutions Ltd.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point FCC 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 protec tion against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point CONTENTS Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Product overview 1.2 Features Chapter 2 Device layout 2.1 LED definition 2.2 Rear panel layout and connectos 2.3 System requirements 2.4 Environment requirements 2.5 Connecting the device Chapter 3 Quick installation guide 3.1 Checking the LEDs 3.2 Initial configuration 3.3 Quick setup wizard Chapter 4 AP Client Router & AP Router Operation Mode 4.1 Login 4.2 Status 4.3 Quick setup 4.4 Operation mode 4.5 Network 4.5.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 4.10.4 4.10.5 4.10.6 4.11 4.12 4.12.1 4.12.2 4.13 4.13.1 4.13.2 4.13.3 4.14 4.14.1 4.14.2 4.15 4.15.1 4.15.2 4.15.3 4.15.4 4.15.5 4.15.6 4.15.7 4.15.8 4.15.9 4.15.10 MAC address filtering Remote management Advanced security Static routing IP & MAC binding Binding setting ARP list Dynamic DNS Dyndns.org DDNS Oray.net DDNS Comexe.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the AELPLDR4U1 High Power Wireless Outdoor Access Point from Nexxt Solutions. 1.1 Product overview The 2.4 GHz High Power Wireless Outdoor Access Point is a dedicated Wireless Internet Service Provider Customer-Premises Equipment (WISP CPE) device, providing the functions of a Wireless Access Point (WAP), WISP Client, and a high-gain antenna in one weatherproof device designed for outdoor use.
Nexxt Solutions • - NetGate Wireless Access Point The device complies with 15.247(c)(1)(iii). The installer is responsible for ensuring that the system is used exclusively for fixed, point-to-point operations.The instruction manual furnished with the intentional radiator shall contain language in the installation instructions informing the operator and the installer of this responsibility.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Chapter 2 Device layout 2.1 LED The AELPLDR4U1 access point features LED indicators, designed to display the connection status and the strength of the wireless signal.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 2.2 Rear panel layout and connectors Figure 2-2 Rear panel sketch •Ground •RESET button: use it to reset device to its factory default values •LAN: this port is used to connect to the PoE port of the PSE (Power Sourcing Equipment) module. : antenna jack to connect an additional high-power external antenna. Since the unit comes with a built in antenna, usually it is not required to connect another one outside. 2.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 2.5 Connecting the device To establish an infrastructure network in AP Client Router mode as Figure 2-3, please take the following steps: 1. Make sure you are provided with wireless Internet service by your WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider). 2. Locate an optimum location for the AP. Try to place your AP in an appropriate position where it can well receive the signal from WISP. 3. Connect the AP to the desktop PC. 4.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Chapter 3 Quick installation guide This Chapter will guide you to configure the AP to function in your network and gain access to the internet through your ISP immediately after successful configuration. A more detailed description of the AP’s webbased utility and its functions can be found in “Chapter 4: Configuring the AP” Note: only a wired network connection can be used for the initial configuration of the access point.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 3.1 Checking the LEDs Upon powering on all your network devices, check the status of the access point by verifying that all the LEDs light up normally, as shown in the diagram below. Flashing or steady orange Steady orange Steady orange 3.2 Initial configuration of the access point Note: first make sure your wired station Static IP address is set within the same range as the Wireless Access Point. 3.2.1 Login 1.Start your WEB browser. Type http://192.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 3.Afterwards, you can assign a new password for security purposes without necessarily modifying the default user name. 4.If the login window fails to appear, it means that your Web-browser has been set to a proxy. Verify that your parameters and passwords are correct, before making another attempt. 5.After successfully logging in, the main navigation page will appear on the screen. 3.3 Quick setup wizard 1.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 4. For illustration purposes only, we will walk you through the AP option. 3.4 AP mode setting 1. Select AP on the Quick setup dialog box, as shown in the above illustration. 2. Click Next to open the wireless configuration window. 3. Enter a unique name to identify your wireless network. However, choose a name that is easily remembered by network users. In this example, we are using Nexxt_xxxxxx as the SSID identifier. 4.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 5. Click Finish to exit the Quick Setup wizard and wait until the AP finishes rebooting automatically. Changes will take effect only after the reboot is complete. 6. Remove the LAN cable from your computer and the PSE module. Now, insert your internet cable into the port labeled LAN located in the PSE device. 7. From now on, you can refer to the manual for any customized settings such as security, encryption, network modes, antenna alignment and more.
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Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point (Note: If the device are pruduced for selling in US, the Region will be unselectable.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Chapter 4 AP client router & AP router operation mode This Chapter describes how to configure some advanced settings for your Access Point through the web-based management page. In the following sections, we will use the device in AP Client Router operation mode as example. 4.1 Login After your successful login, you can configure and manage the Access Point.. There are fourteen main menus on the left of the Web-based management page.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 1. LAN This field displays the current settings or information belonging to the LAN, including the MAC address, IP address and Subnet Mask. 2. Wireless This field displays basic information or status belonging to the wireless function, including Wireless Radio, SSID, Channel, Mode, and Wireless MAC address. 3. WAN These parameters apply to the WAN port of the router, including MAC address, IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and DNS server.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point • AP Client Router - In this mode, the device enables multiple computers to share the Internet from WISP. All LAN ports share the same IP from WISP through Wireless port. While connecting to WISP, the Wireless port works as a WAN port when in AP Client mode. The Ethernet port acts as a LAN port. • AP Router - In this mode, the device enables multiple computers to share the Internet via ADSL/Cable Modem.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Note: 1. If you change the IP Address of the LAN, you must use the new IP Address to login to the Router. 2. If the new LAN IP Address you set is not in the same subnet, the IP Address pool of the DHCP server will not take effect until they are re-configured. 3. If the new LAN IP Address you set is not in the same subnet, the Virtual Server and DMZ Host will change accordingly at the same time. 4.5.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point If your ISP gives you one or two DNS addresses, select Use These DNS Servers and enter the primary and secondary addresses into the correct fields. Otherwise, the DNS servers will be assigned dynamically from your ISP. Note: If you get address and find error when you go to a Web site, it is likely that your DNS servers are set up improperly. You should contact your ISP to get DNS server addresses.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 3. If you choose PPPoE, you should enter the following parameters as shown in Figure 4-7. Figure 4-7 WAN - PPPoE • User Name/Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP. These fields are case-sensitive. • Connect on Demand - You can configure the router to disconnect your Internet connection after a specified period of inactivity (Max Idle Time).
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point • Connect Manually - You can set up the router so as to connect or disconnect it manually. After a specified period of inactivity (Max Idle Time), the router will cancel your Internet connection, in which case you will not be able to re-establish your connection automatically as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, click the radio button.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Figure 4-9 MAC Address Clone Some ISPs require that you register the MAC Address of your adapter, which is connected to your cable/DSL Modem or Ethernet during installation. Changes are rarely needed here. WAN MAC Address - This field displays the current MAC address of the WAN port. If your ISP requires that you register the MAC address, please enter the correct MAC address into this field.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Figure 4-10 Wireless menu 4.6.1 Basic settings Go to Wireless > Basic Settings in order to configure the basic parameters of your wireless network, as illustrated below (Figure 4-11). Figure 4-11 Wireless Settings in AP Client Router mode • SSID - Enter a string of up to 32 characters The same name or SSID (Service Set Identification) must be assigned to all wireless devices in your network.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Dialog box Note: Based on local regulations, the North America version does not have the region selection option available. • Channel - This field determines which operating frequency will be used. It is not necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with another nearby access point. • Mode - Select the desired wireless mode. The options are: •54Mbps •11Mbps (802.11g) - Both 802.11g and 802.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 4.6.2 Wireless mode Go to Wireless > Wireless Mode in order to configure the wireless mode to be used by your device, as illustrated on this page (Figure 4-12).
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Note: When AP Client Router is selected, only the Client mode will be available, as shown as Figure 4-12. However, when AP Router is selected, only the Access Point mode will be available. • Access Point - Access Point mode allows wireless stations, including AP clients, to access the router. Enable SSID Broadcast - If you select the Enable SSID Broadcast checkbox, the Wireless AP will start broadcasting its name (SSID) on the air.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 4.6.3 Security settings Go to Wireless > Security Settings in order to configure the security parameters of the wireless network for your device, as illustrated on this page (Figure 4-14). Figure 4-14 Wireless Security •Disable Security - The wireless security function can be enabled or disabled. If disabled, the wireless stations will be able to connect to the device without encryption.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point •WEP Key Format - You can select ASCII or Hexadecimal format. ASCII format stands for any combination of keyboard characters in the specified length. Hexadecimal format stands for any combination of hexadecimal digits (0-9, a-f, A-F) in the specified length. •WEP Key - Select which of the four keys will be used and enter the matching WEP key information for your network next to the key radio button you checked.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 4.6.4 MAC filtering Go to Wireless > MAC Filtering in order to set up filtering rules designed to control the wireless access to the device, as shown in Figure 4-15. Figure 4-15 Wireless MAC address Filtering The Wireless MAC Address Filtering feature allows you to control the wireless stations accessing the AP, based on the station’s MAC address. •MAC Address - The wireless station’s MAC address that you want to access.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 1.Enter the appropriate MAC Address into the MAC Address field. The format of the MAC Address is XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX (X is any hexadecimal digit). For example: 00-0A-EB-B0-00-0B. 2.Enter a short description of the wireless station in the Description field. For example: Wireless station A. 3.Privilege - Select the privileges for this entry, either Allow or Deny. 4.Status - Select Enabled or Disabled as the status for this entry, from the Status pull-down list.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 4.6.5 Wireless statistics Selecting Wireless > Wireless Statistics will allow you to see the wireless transmission information in the following screen, as shown in Figure 4-17. Figure 4-17 Wireless stations linked to the router •MAC Address •Current Status The connected wireless station’s MAC address. - The connected wireless station’s running status, one of STA-AUTH / STA-ASSOC / AP-UP / WPA / WPA-PSK /WPA2/WPA2-PSK.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 4.6.7 Antenna alignment Go to Wireless > Antenna Alignment in order to visualize how the signal strength of the remote AP varies when changing the antenna’s direction. Figure 4-19 Antenna Alignment • Remote AP RSSI - Remote AP signal strength value. RSSI to RSSI RANGE (in percentage points). the slider bar to configure it or input the RSSI RANGE value. The slider bar allows the range of the meter to be either increased or reduced.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point •Rate - The unit used to measure throughput. been running. •Run Time - How long this function has •Transmit - Wireless transmit rate. •Receive - Wireless receive rate. Click the Start button to start the wireless throughput monitor. Click the Stop button to cancel the wireless throughput monitor. 4.7 DHCP DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. The DHCP Server will automatically assign dynamic IP addresses to the computers on the network.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point • DHCP Server - Selecting the radio button next to Disable/Enable will switch the DHCP server off or on in your AP. The default setting is Disable. If you disable the Server, you must have another DHCP server within your network. Otherwise, you will have to configure the IP address of the computer manually. • Start IP Address - This field specifies the first address in the IP Address pool. 192.168.0.100 is the default start IP address.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 4.7.3 Address reservation Go to DHCP > Address Reservation in order to specify a reserved IP address for a PC on the LAN, so the PC will always obtain the same IP address each time when it accesses the AP. Reserved IP addresses should be assigned to servers that require permanent IP settings. ! The screen below is used for address reservation (shown in Figure 4-24).
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point Note: Changes will take effect only after the device reboots. 4.8 Wireless settings Go to Wireless Settings in order to enable the configuration of some advanced settings for the device in the following screen, as shown in Figure 4-26. ! Figure 4-26 Wireless settings • Enable WMM - WMM function guarantees that packets with high- priority messages to be transmitted preferentially. It is strongly recommended to have this feature enabled.
Nexxt Solutions - NetGate Wireless Access Point 4.9 Forwarding There are four submenus under the Forwarding menu (shown in Figure 4-27): Virtual Servers, Port Triggering, DMZ and UPnP. Click any of them to be able to configure the corresponding function. Detailed descriptions of each submenu are provided in the sections below. Virtual servers can be used for setting up public services on your LAN, such as DNS, Email and FTP.