AirMax5N/ESD 802.11a/n 1T1R Wireless Outdoor CPE User’s Manual Version 2.
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Table of Contents 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.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introduction ................................................................................................1 1.1 Overview ..............................................................................................1 1.2 How to Use This Guide ........................................................................1 1.3 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support ..................................................3 1.4 Features..................................................
Table of Contents 4.1 About AirMax5N’s Menu Structure .....................................................25 4.2 Operation Modes (Wireless and WAN Settings) ................................26 4.2.1 Regulatory Domain ....................................................................................27 4.2.2 Network SSID ............................................................................................28 4.2.3 Site Survey ...........................................................................
Table of Contents 5.2.5 System Log................................................................................................62 6. Antenna Alignment ..................................................................................63 6.1 About AirMax5N’s Antenna ................................................................63 6.1.1 Mounting Adjustment .................................................................................63 6.2 Preparation before Installation ............................
1. Introduction 1 1. Introduction 1.1 Overview The AIRMAX5N is a 1T1R wireless outdoor multi-function device based on IEEE 802.11a/n 5-GHz radio technologies. When installed in upright position, it is rain and splash proof. It features an integrated 16dBi patch antenna and passive POE to simplify the installation. The built-in antenna can provide up to 3km* of distance depending on conditions. If more distance is required, an R-SMA antenna connector is available for external antenna.
1. Introduction Recommended Reading Chapter 1 1.5 Operation Modes: This section explains the usage of each wireless operation mode. It is a must read. Chapter 2: This chapter is about hardware installation. You should read through the entire chapter. Chapter 3: 3.1 Important Information: This section has default settings information such as IP, password, SSID, and recommended browser 3.3 Management Interface: This section introduces Web, Telnet, and configurations. 3.
1. Introduction Chapter 5: Web Management 2: Configurations and Status This chapter explains all the non-wireless settings and status such as IP settings, Ping Watchdog. 5.1.5 PING Watchdog: PING watchdog is a crucial function to keep your wireless connection alive. When AirMax5N can’t get a response from remote devices, it will attempt to re-establish the connection. 5.1.
1. Introduction Figure 1.4: AirLive Newsletter Suppport System 1.4 Features 1T1R 150Mbps IEEE 802.11a/n Runs from 5.1GHz to 5.8GHz Spectrum 2 x 10/100 Ethernet Port with one Passive PoE port Built-in 16dBi Antenna AP, Repeater, Bridge, Client, Router, WISP Modes R-SMA Female Connector for External Antenna Passive PoE Powered Reset button on the POE Injector Support Wireless Access Control, Client Isolation 1.
1. Introduction 1.5.1 Access Point Mode When operating in the Access Point mode, the AIRMAX5N becomes the center hub of the wireless network. All wireless cards and clients connect and communicate through AirMax5N. This type of network is known as “Infrastructure network”. Other AirMax5N or 802.11a/n CPE can connect to AP mode through “Client Infrastructure Mode”. 1.5.2 Repeater Mode In Repeater mode, the AIRMAX5N functions as a repeater that extends the range of remote wireless LAN.
1. Introduction 1.5.3 WDS Bridge Mode This mode is also known as “WDS Pure MAC mode”. When configured to operate in the Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Mode, the AIRMAX5N provides bridging functions with remote LAN networks in the WDS system. The system will support up to total of 8 bridges in a WDS network (by daisy chain). However, each bridge can only associate with maximum of 4 other bridges in the WDS configuration.
1. Introduction 1.5.5 Client Infrastructure Mode This mode is also known as “Client” mode. In Client Infrastructure mode, the AIRMAX5N acts as if it is a wireless adapter to connect with a remote Access Point. Users can attach a computer or a router to the LAN port of AirMax5N to get network access. This mode is often used by WISP on the subscriber’s side. 1.5.6 WISP Router Mode In WISP Router Mode, AIRMAX5N connects to the remote Access Point as in Client Infrastructure Mode.
1. Introduction 1.5.7 AP Router Mode In AP Router Mode, the AirMax5N behaves like a wireless router. The non-PoE port of the AirMax5N will become WAN port. Both the wireless and the passive PoE port of AirMax5N becomes the LAN side. User can manage the AirMax5N through the wireless or passive PoE port. And if the remote management is opened, user can also get to manage AirMAx5N via the WAN side.
2. Installing the AirMax5N 2 2. Installing the AirMax5N This section describes the hardware features and the hardware installation procedure for the AIRMAX5N. For software configuration, please go to chapter 3 for more details. 2.1 Before You Start It is important to read through this section before you install the AirMax5N The AirMax5N comes with everything you need to start installation with exception of the PoE Ethernet Cable.
2. Installing the AirMax5N 2.2 Package Content The AIRMAX5N package contains the following items: One AIRMAX5N main unit One 12V 1A DC power adapter Passive PoE DC Injector 1 x Plastic Straps User’s Guide CD Quick Start Guide The PoE Ethernet cable is not included in the package. You may choose an outdoor specification Ethernet cable according to the length you need. 2.
2. Installing the AirMax5N LED Behavior LED Indicator 1. PWR LED 2. WLAN LED 3. WAN LED State ON Off ON Off Flashing ON Off Flashing 4. LAN LED ON Off Flashing Description The WLAN Broadband Router is powered ON. The WLAN Broadband Router is powered Off. Wireless Radio ON. Wireless Radio Off. Data is transmitting or receiving on the wireless. Port linked. No link. Data is transmitting or receiving on the WAN interface. Port linked. No link. Data is transmitting or receiving on the LAN interface.
2. Installing the AirMax5N 2.4 Hardware Installation Please prepare a screw driver and an outdoor graded PoE Ethernet cable with adequate length according to your need. 1. Push the button in the side to remove upper housing. 2. Pass through Ethernet cable from the hole; insert the cable to Secondary port. 3. Install the upper housing and make sure the housing is well installed. 4.
2. Installing the AirMax5N 2.4.1 Standard Pole Mount Your AirMax5N comes standard with 1 plastic straps for pole mounting. Please follow the procedure below to install: 1. Put the plastic strap through the holes on the Pole Mount holders. 2. Thread the thinner end of the strap into the opening on the other end. Then tighten the strap around the pole as tightly as possible. 2.4.2 Installing External Antenna The AirMax5N is equipped with a 16dBi built-in patch antenna.
2. Installing the AirMax5N 1. Remove the cover. 2. Connect the converter cable to the antenna port. Please run the cable through the cable hole 3. Push back the cover. 4.
2. Installing the AirMax5N 5. Please go to the web configuration. Select “Wireless Settings” ->operation mode-> Advance Settings. Change the “Antenna Setting” to “External”. 2.5 Restore Settings to Default If you have forgotten your AirMax5N’s IP address or password, you can restore your AirMax5N to the default settings by pressing on the “reset button” for more than 5 seconds. The reset button is located on the PoE Kit. Please see diagram below for details.
3. Configuring the AirMax5N 3 3. Configuring the AirMax5N In this chapter, we will explain AirMax5N’s available management interfaces and how to get into them. Then, we will provide the introduction on Web Management and recommended initial settings. For detail explanations on Web Management functions, please go to Chapter 4 and 5. 3.1 Important Information The following information will help you to get start quickly. However, we recommend you to read through the entire manual before you start.
3. Configuring the AirMax5N You are ready now to configure the AirMax5N using your PC. 3.3 Management Interface The AirMax5N can be configured using the web interfaces: Web Management (HTTP): You can manage your AirMax5N by simply typing its IP address in the web browser. Most functions of AirMax5N can be accessed by web management interface. We recommend using this interface for initial configurations. To begin, simply enter AirMax5N’s IP address (default is 192.168.1.1) on the web browser.
3. Configuring the AirMax5N 3.4 Introduction to Web Management 3.4.1 Welcome Screen and Login After the procedure above, the Welcome Screen will appear. Welcome Screen gives a brief introduction of the AirMax5N’s main function category. By click on the function category, it will direct you to the corresponding web management menu. Wireless Settings: Click on this part will bring you to the wireless operation mode menu. The AirMax5N’s wireless settings are different between wireless modes.
3. Configuring the AirMax5N After you enter the correct password, the welcome screen will appear.
3. Configuring the AirMax5N 3.5 Initial Configurations We recommend users to browse through AirMax5N’s web management interface to get an overall picture of the functions and interface. Below are the recommended initial configurations for first time login: 3.5.1 Choose the wireless Operation Modes The wireless settings of AirMax5N are dependent on the wireless operation mode you choose. Therefore, the first step is to choose the operation mode.
3. Configuring the AirMax5N 1 2 3.5.2 Change the Device’s IP Address The default IP address is at 192.168.1.1. You should change it to the same subnet as your network. Also, if you want to manage AirMax5N remotely, you have to set the Gateway and DNS server information. To setup the IP settings for AirMax5N, please select “System Configuration” -> Device IP Settings”. After entering the IP information, click on “Apply” to finish.
3. Configuring the AirMax5N 1 2 3 3.5.3 Change the Country Code The legal frequency and channels in 5GHz spectrum varies between countries. The default country code is United Kingdom which should require no changes If you are living in Europe. If you are living outside EU, you should change the country code accordingly. In the example below, we will change the country code to United States which enables the use of 5.8GHz spectrum. Step 1.
3. Configuring the AirMax5N Step 2. From the Regulatory Domain, please select your country Step 3. Select the Europe(ETSI) from the list. Step 4. Click on “Apply” to finish. 3.5.4 Set the Time and Date It is important that you set the date and time for your AirMax5N so that the system log will record the correct date and time information. Please go to “System Configuration” ->Time Settings. We recommend you choose “Enable NTP” so the time will be keep even after reboot.
3. Configuring the AirMax5N 1 2 3 4 5 6 3.5.5 Change Password You should change the password for AirMax5N at the first login. To change password, please go to “System Configuration” -> “Password Settings” menu.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4 4. Web Management: Wireless and WAN Settings In this chapter, we will explain about the wireless settings and router mode settings in web management interface. Please be sure to read through Chapter 3’s “Introduction to Web Management” and “Initial Configurations” first. For system configurations, device status, and other non-wireless related settings; please go to Chapter 5. 4.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Operation Mode: This menu is where you will find wireless and WAN settings. The AirMax5N’s wireless settings are dependent on the wireless operation mode you choose; only the applicable wireless settings for selected operation mode are shown. For example; WAN port setting is available only for AP Router and WISP Router mode, it will only be shown in those modes. To access wireless settings, click on the “Setup” button within each operation mode.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Mode: The available wireless operation modes for AirMax5N. Select one and click on “Change Mode” button to switch between modes. Setup: Click here to configure the Wireless and WAN (in router mode) settings. Radio: This explain how the radio function in the particular operation mode Ethernet: This shows whether the radio Once you click on the “Setup” page, the wireless settings will appear. 4.2.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.2.2 Network SSID Operation Mode -> Setup -> Network SSID The SSID is the network name used to identify a wireless network. The SSID must be the same for all devices in the same wireless network. In AirMax5N; it is possible to create more than one SSID in AP, WDS + AP and AP Router mode, please check the “Multiple SSID ” section in this chapter. Conversely, several access points on a network can have the same SSID. The SSID length is up to 32 characters.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Click here to select SSID for Association or Signal Survey For antenna alignment. It will display signal value once a second. To connect with the selected SSID. This function is available only in Client or Bridge Mode Add (to WDS): Please choose a SSID before click on this button. This button is available only in Client, WDS or WDS + AP modes. Once you click on this button, AirMax5N will attempt to make a connection with the selected network.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 52 5260 56 5280 60 5300 64 5320 100 5500 104 5520 108 5540 112 5560 116 5580 120 5600 124 5620 128 5640 132 5660 136 5680 140 5700 149 5745 153 5765 157 5785 161 5805 165 5825 5.25 to 5.35GHz U-NII Mid ETSI Band1 5.47 to 5.725GHz U-NII World Wide ETSI Band3 U-NII Upper ISM 4.2.6 Channel Width Operation Mode -> Setup -> Channel Width Each channel will jump by number of 4 (i.e. 36, 40, 44…etc).
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.2.8 Security Settings Operation Mode -> Setup -> Security Settings Security settings allow you to use encryption to secure your data from eavesdropping. You can select different security policy to provide association authentication and/or data encryption. The AirMax5N features various security policies including WEP, 802.1x, WPA-RADIUS, WPA-PSK, WPA2-RADIUS, WPA2-PSK, and WPA-PSK. Please note not all security policies are available in all operation modes.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings ASCII: The Key length can be 5 or 13 character to ASCII Key type, and the character can be any ASCII character. If the length is not 5 nor 13, the alert message should pop up as below: 802.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 802.1x allows users to leverage a RADIUS server to do association authentications. You can also enable dynamic WEP key (128 bit) to have data encryption. You do not have to enter the WEP key manually because it will be generated automatically and dynamically. WPA-RADIUS, WPA2-RADIUS Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) introduces the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) that provides added security. WPA2 adds full support for 802.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Encryption Type: There are two encryption types TKIP and AES (CCMP). While AES provides better security than TKIP, some wireless client stations may not be equipped with the hardware to support it. You can select TKIP/AES to allow TKIP clients and AES clients to connect to the Access Point at the same time.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Pre-shared Key: This is an ASCII string with 8 to 63 characters. Please make sure that both the AIRMAX5N and the wireless client stations use the same key. Encryption Type: There are two encryption types TKIP and AES (CCMP). While AES provides better security than TKIP, some wireless client stations may not be equipped with the hardware to support it.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.2.9 Antenna Settings Operation Mode -> Setup -> Antenna Settings The AirMax5N is equipped with a 16dBi patch antennas. If it’s not enough for your application, you can also select a external antenna for making the radio signal be propagated further. 4.2.10 Transmit Power Operation Mode -> Setup -> Transmit Power You can adjust the transmit output power of the AirMax5N’s radio from 5% to 10%.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Beacon Interval: Beacon Interval: The device broadcasts beacon frames regularly to announce its existence. The beacon Interval specifies how often beacon frames are transmitted in time unit of milliseconds. The default value is 100, and a valid value should be between 1 and 65,535. RTS Threshold: RTS/CTS frames are used to gain control of the medium for transmission.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Disable MAC address control list: When selected, no MAC address filtering will be performed. Enable GRANT address control list: When selected, data traffic from only the specified devices in the table will be allowed in the network. Enable DENY address control list: When selected, data traffic from the devices specified in the table will be denied/discarded by the network.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Configuring the Multiple SSID When you click on the “Multiple SSID” button, the following screen will appear How to add a SSID You can add up to 4 SSID in AirMax5N. Please follow the procedure below: 1. Enter the SSID name (i.e. airlive1) and check if you needed to hide the SSID. 2. Click on “Apply” to add SSID 3. Go to the Security setting and select the SSID 4. Select the Security Policy (i.e. WPA2-PSK), and enter the Security Key (i.e. 12345678).
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 3 4 4.2.14 WMM QoS Operation Mode -> Setup -> WMM QoS Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is a standard to prioritize traffic for multimedia applications. The WMM Settings is to specify parameters on multiple data queue for better performance of differentiated wireless traffic like Voice-over-IP (VoIP), other types of audio, video, and streaming media as well as traditional IP data over the AP.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Configure the WMM QoS Parameters AC Type The queue and associated priorities and parameters for transmission are as follows: AC_BE: Medium priority queue, medium throughput and delay. Most traditional IP data is sent to this queue. AC_BK: Lowest priority queue, high throughput. Bulk data that requires maximum throughput and is not time-sensitive is sent to this queue (FTP data, for example): AC_VI: High priority queue, minimum delay.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings CWmin and CWmax If an access point detects that the medium is in use, it uses the DCF random backoff timer to determine the amount of time to wait before attempting to access a given channel again. Each access point waits some random period of time between retries. The wait time (initially a random value within a range specified as the Minimum Contention Window increases exponentially up to a specified limit Maximum Contention Window.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings AIFSN The Arbitration Inter-Frame Spacing (AIFs) specifies a wait time (in milliseconds) for data frames. 802.11e uses interframe spaces to regulate which frames get access to available channels and to coordinate wait times for transmission of different types of data. The AIFs ensures that multiple access points do not try sending data at the same time but instead wait until a channel is free. Valid values for AIFs are 1 through 255.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings To configure, please click on the “Bandwidth Control” button under wireless settings. The following screen will appear: Enable: Seleck to enable Bandwidth Control. The default value is disabled. Local IP Address: Fill in the local IP address Uplink Bandwidth: Input uplink Maximum upload bandwidth Downlink Bandwidth: Input downlink Maximum upload bandwidth. 4.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings EncrypType: Select the encryption method you’d like to use for the WDS connection. You can choose WEP, TKIP or AES. EncryptKey: Please input the encryption key in this column. The formats of the encryption key are the same as you used I the security setting. AP MAC Address: Please input the desired AP’s MAC address in this column. The format should be like xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx. 4.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings LAN WAN 4.4.2 AP Router Mode In AP Router mode, the non-POE port of the AirMax5N will turn into the WAN port. The wireless interface will become the LAN side. It will turn AirMax5N into a wireless router. Since the Ethernet interface becomes WAN; the POE port also stands on the LAN side, and you can manage your AP via the POE port. When you select the WISP Router or AP Router mode, additional wireless settings will appear for WAN port settings. 4.4.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Clone MAC Address: Some service provider (Cable Modem provider) lock to certain MAC address. In this situation, the WAN port of AirMax5N needs to clone the MAC address. Please check the “Clone MAC address” box and enter the address that need to be cloned. 4.4.4 Dynamic DNS Settings Operation Mode -> Setup -> Dynamic DNS Settings Dynamic DNS (DDNS) allows you to create a hostname that points to your dynamic IP or static IP address or URL.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings HTTP Web Server Access: You can enable or disable HTTP service from WAN side Response to WAN ping: You can disable or enable whether AirMax5N will response to PING command. 4.4.6 DHCP Server Operation Mode -> Setup -> DHCP Server Settings DHCP Server Settings is to assign private IP address to the devices in your local area network (LAN). The default LAN IP address of AirMax5N is 192.168.1.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.4.7 DMZ Operation Mode -> Setup ->DMZ Settings DMZ opens all TCP/UDP ports to particular IP address on the LAN side. It allows setting up servers behind the AirMax5N. Enable the DMZ function and then enter the local DMZ IP address. A DMZ server is a common term used to describe the default virtual server. If the DMZ server is selected, Internet traffic not destined for a valid virtual server is redirected to this privately addressed LAN client.
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4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.4.9 Virtual Server Settings Operation Mode -> Setup ->Virtual Setting This allows you to specify one or more applications running on server computers on the LAN that may be accessed by any Internet user. Internet data destined for the specified public port will be directed to the specified private port number on the LAN client with the specified private IP address.
4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.4.10 IP Filtering Settings Operation Mode -> Setup -> IP Filtering Settings IP filtering is simply a mechanism that decides which types of IP datagram will be processed normally and which will be discarded. This allows you to define rules for allowing / denying access from / to the Internet. MAC/IP/Port Filtering: Select Enable or Disable the MAC/IP/Port Filtering function. MAC address: Fill in the MAC address of source NIC, to restrict data transmission.
5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status 5 5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status In this chapter, we will explain about System Configurations in web management interface. Please be sure to read through Chapter 3’s “Introduction to Web Management” and “Initial Configurations” first. . 5.1 System Configuration When you click on the “System Configuration” menu on the top menu bar, the following screen will appear. The system configuration includes all non-wireless settings.
5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status Assign Static IP to the Device If you choose to assign the IP address manually, enable the checkbox of “Assign static IP to this device” and then fill in the following fields IP Address and IP Subnet Mask: Default values are 192.168.1.1 and 255.255.255.0 respectively. It is important to note that there are similar addresses falling in the standard private IP address range and it is an essential security feature of the device.
5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status 5.1.2 Time Settings System Configuration ->Time Settings It is important that you set the date and time for your AirMax5N so that the system log will record the correct date and time information. We recommend you choose “Enable NTP” so the time will be keep even after reboot. If your AirMax5N is not connected to Internet, please enter the time manually. Please remember to select your local time zone and click “Apply” to finish. 5.1.
5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status 5.1.4 System Management System Configuration -> System Management In this page, administrator can change the management parameters and disable/enable management interface. Telnet: Administrator can enable or disable the telnet interface here. UPnP: Administrator can enable or disable the UPnP function here. Syslog: To enable or disable the syslog here. 5.1.
5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status PING Frequency: means "How often the CPE will PING". For example, it will PING once every "120" seconds. Fail Tries means "How many times fails before the CPE will judge the PING failed". For example "2" means the CPE will reconnect if the PING doesn't respond for 2 times. When you set the Ping Frequency to every "120" seconds and Fail Tries to "2". It means the CPE will ping every 120 seconds, after the second failure, it will reconnect.
5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status Upgrade Firmware: To update the AIRMAX5N firmware, first download the firmware from AirLive web site to your local disk, and then from the above screen enter the path and filename of the firmware file (or click Browse to locate the firmware file). Next, Click the Upgrade button to start. The new firmware will be loaded to your AIRMAX5N.
5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status Step 1 Select Configuration Save and Restore from the System Configurations menu. Step 2 Click the SAVEbutton to save the current configuration into the specified file. Or click the Browse button to locate the configuration file ,then click the RESTORE button to restore the system configuration from the specified file. 5.1.
5 Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status 5.2 Device Status When you click on the “Device Status” on the top menu bar, the sub menu for device status will appear. 5.2.1 Device Information This page shows the general information about AirMax5N such as firmware version, device IP/MAC, WAN IP/MAC(in router modes), Gateway IP(in router modes), DNS IP…etc. Below are some additional explanations on some status information of this page: CPU Loading Display the CPU usage.
5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status 5.2.2 Wireless Information This page shows the information about wireless status such as current operation mode, wireless traffic, error packets, device’s BSSD, connecting State, channel, and encryption used. 5.2.3 Internet Information This page shows the information about WAN port of the AirMax5N. It includes the type of WAN port authentication used and the IP address information about the WAN port.
5 Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status 5.2.4 Wireless Client Table This function displays the information about wireless clients that are associated with AirMax5N. It includes signal strength, TX and RX data rate, MAC address, and the state. 5.2.5 System Log The System Log displays the system activities, login, and system error report. If you need to report a problem to Air Live, please be sure to send us the System Log information also.
6. Antenna Alignment 6 6. Antenna Alignment It is important to align your antenna correctly with the remote device to get the best signal and performance. The AirMax5N is equipped with a 16dBi antenna. There is a connector for external antenna if more distance or different angle coverage is required. In this chapter, we will first explain the design and function of the built-in antenna. We will provide instructions on the two alignment methods later in this chapter.
6. Antenna Alignment 6.3 Antenna Alignment using Signal Survey Signal Survey function can display the Signal Strength value in real time to help you with antenna alignment. The Signal Survey is a subnet of the Site Survey function; you do not need to enter the wireless settings in advance. Please follow the example below to complete antenna alignment using Signal Survey function.
6. Antenna Alignment Step 1 Go to the Sit Survey function Step 2 Check the Signal Strength of the desired AP. For identify the AP quicker, we suggest you to written the MAC address of the desired AP and using the MAC to filter out your target. Step 3 If the Signal Strength is too weak to make a connection, please adjust the antenna. Step 4 Refresh the Site Survey page and check the Signal Strength again.
7. Application Example: Infrastructure 7 7. Application Example: Infrastructure In this chapter, you will learn how to utilize AirMax5N’s Access Point mode, Client Infrastructure Mode, and Bridge Infrastructure mode in one application example. In addition, you will also learn how to configure multiple SSID. 7.1 Application Environment In this application example, an AirMax5N in Access Point mode is in the center of an infrastructure topology with two virtual wireless networks.
7. Application Example: Infrastructure 7.2 Central AP: Access Point Mode The configuration of Central AP involves the followings: Using multiple SSID to create 2 wireless network AirLive01: A network for remote AP with WPA-PSK security policy. AirLive02: A network with WPA-PSK2 security policy 7.2.1 AP Wireless Settings AP : AirMax5N in AP Mode Set device IP to 192.168.1.1 with subnet mask of 255.255.255.248 Connect to the Access Point using AP mode.
7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 1 Click on “setup” button on the “Operation Mode” page Step 2 On the wireless setting page, please enter the SSID and Channel. And then press “Apply” to make changes.
7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 3 Click on the “Multiple SSID”. Step 4 Go to the Security Setting and set the security policy separately.
7. Application Example: Infrastructure 7.3 Client: Client Mode Client : AirMax5N in Client Infrastructure Mode Set device IP to 192.168.1.100 with subnet mask of 255.255.255.248 Connect to the Access Point using Client mode. Use Site Survey to connect and associate with the AP. 7.3.1 Device C IP Address Step 1 Go to “System Configuration -> Device IP settings”. Select “Assign Static IP to this device”. Then enter the IP address and Subnet Mask as bellowed. Click Apply when finished.
7. Application Example: Infrastructure 7.3.2 Client Wireless Settings Step 1 Go to “Operation Mode” menu. Select “Client”, and then click on “Change Mode” button.
7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 2 Press “Setup” to enter the wireless settings page. Click on the Site Survey button for searching the remote AP. Step 3 After pressing “Site Survey” button, the following page should appear.
7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 4 The AirMax5N will prompt you to enter security policy information. Select WPA-PSK and enter your Pre-Shared Key. Step 5 Click on “Apply”. After a few seconds, the following screen will appear to show successful connection.
8. Specifications 8 8. Specifications The specification of AirMax5N is subject to change without notice. Please use the information with caution. 8.1 Features 8.1.1 General Feature 1T1R 150Mbps IEEE 802.11a/n Runs from 5.1GHz to 5.8GHz Spectrum 2 x 10/100 Ethernet Port with one Passive PoE port Built-in 16dBi Antenna Up to 25dBm Output Power Max(limited according to regulations in EU and U.S.
8. Specifications Number of Operation Channel 5.18GHz-CH36 5.200GHz-CH40 5.220GHz-CH44 5.240GHz-CH48 5.260GHz-CH52 5.280GHz-CH56 5.300GHz-CH60 5.320GHz-CH64 5.500GHz-CH100 5.520GHz-CH104 5.540GHz-CH108 5.560GHz-CH112 5.580GHz-CH116 5.600GHz-CH120 5.620GHz-CH124 5.640GHz-CH128 5.660GHz-CH132 5.680GHz-CH136 5.700GHz-CH140 5.745GHz-CH149 5.765GHz-CH153 5.785GHz-CH157 5.805GHz-CH161 5.
8. Specifications Mode - AP, Bridge, Client, Router, WISP Modes Security - 64/128bit WEP - WPA (TKIP with IEEE 802.11x) - WPA2 (AES with IEEEE 802.
9. Wireless Network Glossary 9 9. Wireless Network Glossary The wireless network glossary contains explanation or information about common terms used in wireless networking products. Some of information in this glossary might be outdated, please use with caution. 802.11a An IEEE specification for wireless networking that operates in the 5 GHz frequency range (5.15 GHz to 5.850 GHz) with a maximum of 54 Mbps data transfer rate. The 5 GHz frequency band is not as crowded as the 2.4 GHz band.
9. Wireless Network Glossary 802.11d Also known as “Global Roaming”. 802.11d is a standard for use in countries where systems using other standards in the 802.11 family are not allowed to operate. 802.11e The IEEE QoS standard for prioritizing traffic of the VoIP and multimedia applications. The WMM is based on a subset of the 802.11e. 802.11g A standard provides a throughput up to 54 Mbps using OFDM technology. It also operates in the 2.4 GHz frequency band as 802.11b. 802.
9. Wireless Network Glossary 802.1x 802.1x is a security standard for wired and wireless LANs. In the 802.1x parlance, there are usually supplicants (client), authenticator (switch or AP), and authentication server (radius server) in the network. When a supplicants request a service, the authenticator will pass the request and wait for the authentication server to grant access and register accounting. The 802.1x is the most widely used method of authentication by WISP.
9. Wireless Network Glossary Bandwidth Management Bandwidth Management controls the transmission speed of a port, user, IP address, and application. Router can use bandwidth control to limit the Internet connection speed of individual IP or Application. It can also guarantee the speed of certain special application or privileged IP address - a crucial feature of QoS (Quality of Service) function. The AirMax5N’s features both “Per-user Bandwidth Control” and “Total Bandwidth Control”.
9. Wireless Network Glossary CTS Clear To Send. A signal sent by a device to indicate that it is ready to receive data. DDNS Dynamic Domain Name System. An algorithm that allows the use of dynamic IP address for hosting Internet Server. A DDNS service provides each user account with a domain name. A router with DDNS capability has a built-in DDNS client that updates the IP address information to DDNS service provider whenever there is a change.
9. Wireless Network Glossary Encryption Encoding data to prevent it from being read by unauthorized people. The common wireless encryption schemes are WEP, WPA, and WPA2. ESSID (SSID) The identification name of an 802.11 wireless network. Since wireless network has no physical boundary liked wired Ethernet network, wireless LAN needs an identifier to distinguish one network from the other. Wireless clients must know the SSID in order to associate with a WLAN network.
9. Wireless Network Glossary Gateway In the global Internet network, the gateways are core routers that connect networks in different IP subnet together. In a LAN environment with an IP sharing router, the gateway is the router. In an office environment, gateway typically is a multi-function device that integrates NAT, firewall, bandwidth management, and other security functions. Hotspot A place where you can access Wi-Fi service. The term hotspot has two meanings in wireless deployment.
9. Wireless Network Glossary LACP (802.3ad) Trunking The 802.3ad Link Aggregation standard defines how to combine the several Ethernet ports into one high-bandwidth port to increase the transmission speed. It is also known as port trunking. Both device must set the trunking feature to work. MAC Media Access Control. MAC address provides layer-2 identification for Networking Devices. Each Ethernet device has its own unique address. The first 6 digits are unique for each manufacturer.
9. Wireless Network Glossary Packet A unit of data sent over a network. Passphrase Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for the company products. POE Power over Ethernet. A standard to deliver both power and data through one single Ethernet cable (UTP/STP). It allows network device to be installed far away from power ource.
9. Wireless Network Glossary Preamble Type Preamble are sent with each wireless packet transmit for transmission status. Use the long preamble type for better compatibility. Use the short preamble type for better performance Rate Control Ethernet switches' function to control the upstream and downstream speed of an individual port. Rate Control management uses "Flow Control" to limit the speed of a port. Therefore, the Ethernet adapter must also have the flow control enabled.
9. Wireless Network Glossary RSSI Receiver Sensitivity Index. RSSI is a value to show the Receiver Sensitivity of the remote wireless device. In general, remote APs with stronger signal will display higher RSSI values. For RSSI value, the smaller the absolute value is, the stronger the signal. For example, “-50db” has stronger signal than “-80dB”. For outdoor connection, signal stronger than -60dB is considered as a good connection. RTS Request To Send. A packet sent when a computer has data to transmit.
9. Wireless Network Glossary Subnet Mask An address code mask that determines the size of the network. An IP subnet are determined by performing a BIT-wise AND operation between the IP address and the subnet mask. By changing the subnet mask, you can change the scope and size of a network. Subnetwork or Subnet Found in larger networks, these smaller networks are used to simplify addressing between numerous computers. Subnets connect to the central network through a router, hub or gateway.
9. Wireless Network Glossary UDP User Datagram Protocol. A layer-4 network protocol for transmitting data that does not require acknowledgement from the recipient of the data. Upgrade To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload To send a file to the Internet or network device. URL Uniform Resource Locator. The address of a file located on the Internet. VPN Virtual Private Network.
9. Wireless Network Glossary Wi-Fi Wireless Fidelity. An interoperability certification for wireless local area network (LAN) products based on the IEEE 802.11 standards. The governing body for Wi-Fi is called Wi-Fi Alliance (also known as WECA). WiMAX Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. A Wireless Metropolitan Network technology that complies with IEEE 802.16 and ETSI Hiperman standards. The orginal 802.16 standard call for operating frequency of 10 to 66Ghz spectrum. The 802.
9. Wireless Network Glossary WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access. It is an encryption standard proposed by WiFi for advance protection by utilizing a password key (TKIP) or certificate. It is more secure than WEP encryption. The WPA-PSK utilizes pre-share key for encryption/authentication. WPA2 Wi-Fi Protected Access 2. WPA2 is also known as 802.11i. It improves on the WPA security with CCMP and AES encryption. The WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA. WPA2-PSK utilizes pre-share key for encryption/authentication.
