FCCID: PPD-AR5BAP-00031 AR5BAP-00031 Access Point User's Guide Revision March 2003
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Contents List of Figures . List of Tables . Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi Y P O C About this Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-18 Script Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-20 Firmware Update Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-21 Statistics Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-23 AP Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-23 Station Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
List of Figures Figure 2-1. Access Point to HPC Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Figure 2-2. AP Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Figure 2-3. AP Web Server Homepage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Figure 2-4. System Configuration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Figure A-1. AP Web Server Homepage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Figure A-2. Statistics Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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List of Tables Table 2-1. Ethernet Port Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Table A-1. Homepage .GIF Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Table A-2. System Configuration Window Field Descriptions. . . . . . A-8 Table A-3. 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration Window Field Descriptions . A-10 Table A-4. 2.4 GHz Security Field Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-12 Table A-5. 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration Field Descriptions . A-13 Table A-6. 2.
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Preface The intent of this document is to familiarize users with the Atheros AR5BAP00031 Access Point (AP), its setup, configuration, and usage. After reading this user's guide, the user should be able to install, configure, control, and maintain the Atheros Access Point. About this Document Y P O C The document consists of the following chapters and appendices: Chapter 1 Chapter 2 T O N Appendix A O D Appendix B Atheros Communications, Inc.
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1 1 Introduction Y P O C The Atheros Access Point implements an IEEE 802.11b/g wireless LAN (WLAN) AP or data-oriented Residential Gateway (RG) supporting up to 256 station associations. Rates of 6 to 54 Mbps are supported in standard IEEE 802.11g mode, up to 11 Mbps in 802.11b mode, and up to 108 Mbps in Atheros Turbo Mode. T O N System Requirements The AP contains a small boot executive that allows the main operating system software to be downloaded using the Ethernet port over an FTP connection.
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2 2 AP Network Attachment and Configuration Y P O C This section provides procedures for connecting and configuring the AP to a Host PC (HPC). Configuration can be performed either from a web browser accessing the built-in web server, or by entering command using the command line interface (CLI). For detailed information on using the web server, refer to “AP Web Server” in Appendix A. For detailed information on using CLI, refer to “AP Command-Line Interface” in Appendix B.
2 Chapter 2. Connect the optional RS-232 port to the HPC serial port through a serial cable. Refer to Appendix C for more information on the serial interface. 3. Plug in the provided power supply to the AP power supply connector. Host PC (HPC) RS-232 Port Atheros Access Point (AP) Serial Cable Optional RS-232 Port Y P O C Ethernet Port Power Ethernet Cable Ethernet Cable T O N Ethernet Port Ethernet Hub/Switch O D Power Supply Figure 2-1.
Chapter 2 3. Within the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, choose Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. O D Atheros Communications, Inc.
2 Chapter 4. Configure the IP address for the Ethernet connection in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box. T O N Y P O C 5. Click OK to continue and close the Internet Protocol Properties dialog box. O D 2-4 • 2-4 • AP User’s Guide March 2003 Atheros Communications, Inc.
Chapter 2 AP Hardware Configuration The Atheros AP hardware allows the configuration of one WLAN. Figure 2-2 shows the physical location of WLAN, panel connectors on the AP hardware, and the location of the antennae cables. Table 2-1 summarizes the type of cable to use when using the Ethernet wired ports on the AP. You may use either, or both Ethernet ports. 2.4 GHz Antennae (black) T O N WLAN Y P O C Power Ethernet 0 Ethernet 1 Figure 2-2. AP Physical Description Serial Connection Table 2-1.
2 Chapter AP Initial Configuration This section describes how to configure the AP after booting from Flash memory. Refer to “Firmware Update Configuration Window” on page A-21 to load the Operating image file to the Flash file system, if the operating system software should be updated. Configure the AP for its channel frequency and Service Set Identifier (SSID) unique to the application.
Chapter 2 The Access Point Web Server homepage will appear (see Figure 2-3). Figure 2-3. AP Web Server Homepage Y P O C 3. Select the Access Point Web Server hotlink. T O N 4. A dialog box appears requesting login authorization. When prompted, enter the following information to log in: Log in: Admin (case-sensitive) Password: 5up O D 5. Click OK to complete the login process. 6. Select the Configuration hotlink from the navigation menu. Atheros Communications, Inc.
2 Chapter The System Configuration window appears (see Figure 2-4). Y P O C Figure 2-4. System Configuration Window T O N 7. Enter the SSID (name or address) for the AP in the SSID field. The SSID must be 1–32 characters in length. To configure a single SSID to have more than one AP in a single SSID, specify a unique System Name for each AP within that single SSID.
Chapter 2 8. Click Update to commit the changes. Change other settings at this time. Refer to Appendix A for more information about each configuration option. 9. After all configuration changes are complete, reboot the AP to enable them. To reboot the AP, click on the REBOOT AP button that appears. Command-Line Interface Y P O C The following procedures show the steps required to configure the AP SSID and channel frequency (where allowed) using the command-line (CLI) interface and Telnet.
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A A AP Web Server Y P O C Configure the access point (AP) either through a web browser interface to the AP web server, or using the command-line interface (CLI) through telnet. The web server resides in the AP and is accessible from any station (STA) that is connected to the AP Infrastructure network. This appendix describes configuring the AP through the AP Web Server. T O N Accessing the AP Web Server Follow these steps to access the AP Web Server: O D 1.
A Appendix The Access Point Web Server homepage appears (see Figure A-1). T O N Figure A-1. AP Web Server Homepage Y P O C Customize the appearance of the Access Point Web Server homepage by replacing any of the three .GIF files used on the page. Use FTP to store the replacement .GIF files to the AP. Table A-1 summarizes the three .GIF files to replace to customize the homepage. O D Table A-1. Homepage .GIF Files Filename Description logo.gif Replaces the current Atheros logo with another .
Appendix A 4. A dialog box appears requesting login authorization. When prompted, enter the following information to log in: Log in: Admin (case sensitive) Password: 5up Y P O C 5. Click OK to complete the login process. T O N NOTE: The web browser must support frames and Java script must be enabled. O D Atheros Communications, Inc.
A Appendix The Access Point Web Server Statistics window appears (see Figure A-2.) T O N Figure A-2. Statistics Window O D A-4 • A-4 • AP User’s Guide March 2003 Y P O C Atheros Communications, Inc.
Appendix A Configuration Windows The Web Server Configuration windows allow viewing and editing of configuration information for the AP. The Web Server provides configuration windows for: ■ System configuration parameters ■ 2.4 GHz radio configuration parameters ■ 2.4 GHz statistics ■ Security ■ Configuration scripts ■ Firmware updates Y P O C To access any of these AP configuration screens, click on the desired hotlink from the navigation bar on any configuration screen (see Figure A-3.
A Appendix Working with Configuration Windows The Web Server Configuration windows provide a user-friendly interface to aid in quick configuration of the AP. After making any additions or changes to any configuration window, update the configuration file to save the changes. The new configuration is not in effect until the AP is rebooted. Follow these steps to update configuration files: 1. Enter the configuration updates or changes in the appropriate configuration fields. 2. Click Update. Y P O C 3.
Appendix A System Configuration Window The System Configuration window allows the setting of general operating information for the AP. Click on Configuration from any window to access the System Configuration window (see Figure A-4). T O N Y P O C Figure A-4. AP System Configuration Window O D Other settings can also be changed at this time. Atheros Communications, Inc.
A Appendix Table A-2 summarizes the data fields on the System Configuration window. Table A-2. System Configuration Window Field Descriptions General Configuration Field Description User Name Specifies the user name. Password Specifies the password. System Name Specifies a unique name for AP. Enter a unique text string of up to 32 characters in length. Enable Telnet Use the checkbox to allow telneting into the AP. Country Specifies the country where the AP is operating.
Appendix A 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration Window The 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window allows the setting of generic 2.4 GHz radio operating information for the AP. The Device’s firmware may limit the allowable settings depending on Regulatory Domain (country) of operation. From the AP System Configuration window, click on Edit 2.4 GHz Radio Settings to access the 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window (see Figure A-5). O D T O N Y P O C Figure A-5. 2.
A Appendix Table A-3 summarizes the data fields on the 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window. Table A-3. 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration Window Field Descriptions General Configuration Field Description SSID Identification of the AP. Enter a number or address between 1 and 32 characters in length that the STAs are associating with in Infrastructure mode. More than one AP in an SSID can be specified here. Use the System Name field to uniquely identify each AP.
Appendix A 2.4 GHz Security Configuration Window The 2.4 GHz Radio Security Configuration window allows the setting of security information for the AP. From the 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window, click on Edit Security Settings to access the 2.4 GHz Security Configuration window (see Figure A-6). T O N Y P O C Figure A-6. 2.4 GHZ Security Configuration Window O D Atheros Communications, Inc.
A Appendix Table A-4 summarizes the data fields on the 2.4 GHz Security Configuration window. Table A-4. 2.4 GHz Security Field Descriptions Security Configuration Field Description Security Mode Use the radio buttons to specify the security mode. Security Server Click Edit Security Server Settings to change the configuration of the security server. Key Entry Method Use the radio buttons to specify the key entry method as either hexadecimal or ASCII.
Appendix A Edit Security Server Settings The RADIUS Server Configuration window allows configuration of a RADIUS server for authentication purposes in 802.1X networks. See Figure A-7 for an illustration of the RADIUS Server Configuration window. T O N Y P O C Figure A-7. 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration Window O D Table A-5 summarizes the data fields on the 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration window. Table A-5. 2.
A Appendix Table A-5. 2.4 GHz RADIUS Server Configuration Field Descriptions Security Configuration Field Description RADIUS Secret Specifies the password for the RADIUS server. RADIUS Key Source Specifies the location of the RADIUS keys. Use the “local” checkbox to specify the RADIUS keys are located in the AP. Use the “remote” checkbox to specify the RADIUS keys are located in the RADIUS server. 2.4 GHz 802.1X Configuration The IEEE 802.
Appendix A 2.4 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window The 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window allows the setting of security information for the AP. From the 2.4 GHz Security Configuration window, click on Edit ACL Settings to access the 2.4 GHz ACL Configuration window (see Figure A-8). T O N Y P O C Figure A-8. 2.4 GHz Access Control List Configuration Window O D Click Delete to remove any list item. Atheros Communications, Inc.
A Appendix Adding New Access Control Lists The 2.4 GHz Security New ACL Configuration window allows you to add new access control list item. From the 2.4 GHz ACL Configuration window, click Add to list to enter new list items (see Figure A-9). T O N Y P O C Figure A-9. 2.4 GHz New Access Control List Configuration Window O D Table A-6 summaries the data fields on the 2.4 GHz New Access Control List window Table A-6. 2.
A Appendix Adding Access Control List Permissions The 2.4 GHz ACL Configuration window allows you to add permission for each list item. From the 2.4 GHz ACL Configuration window, click on a MAC address in the list to view the 2.4 GHz Security Edit ACL Configuration window (see Figure A-10). T O N Y P O C Figure A-10. 2.4 GHz Security Edit ACL Configuration Window O D Table A-7 summaries the data fields on the 2.4 GHz Security Edit ACL Configuration window. Table A-7. 2.
A Appendix 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window The 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration window allows the setting of 2.4 GHz advanced, radio operating information for the AP. Device’s firmware may limit allowable settings depending on Regulatory Domain (country) of operation. From the 2.4 GHz Radio Configuration window, click on Advanced to access the 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration window (see Figure A-11). O D T O N Y P O C Figure A-11. 2.
Appendix A Table A-8 summarizes the data fields on the 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration window. Table A-8. 2.4 GHz Radio Advanced Configuration Window Field Descriptions Advanced Configuration Field Description Data Rate Specifies rate of data transmission. Select the desired rate from the drop-down menu. The Best selection will adapt the rate to the best available. Beacon Interval Specifies the Beacon Interval value. Enter a value between 20 and 1000.
A Appendix Script Configuration Window The Script Configuration window allows execution of text scripts of CLI commands. For example, construction of a text script to enter the shared keys for stations. All set commands can be used in scripts, except set security, set password, find bss, ftp, password, and ping. Figure A-12 illustrates an example of an AP Script Configuration Window. O D T O N Y P O C Figure A-12. Configuration Script Configuration Window Follow these steps to use scripts: 1.
A Appendix Firmware Update Configuration Window The Firmware Update Basic Configuration window allows viewing of the FTP location of new firmware. The default values for the Host Name, Image Path, and Image Name appear in the window. To access the Firmware Update window, click on Firmware Update in the navigation bar. The Firmware Update Configuration Window appears (see Figure A-13). T O N Y P O C Figure A-13.
A Appendix Follow these steps to enable firmware updates: 1. From the Firmware Update Basic window, click on Advanced. The AP Firmware Update Advanced Configuration window appears (see Figure A-14). T O N Y P O C Figure A-14. Advanced Firmware Update Configuration Window The Firmware Update Advanced Configuration window allows the setting of new information on the FTP location of new firmware or filename of the firmware. O D 2.
Appendix A Statistics Windows From the AP Web Server, choose the Statistics hyperlink to go to the Access Point Statistics window. By default, this is the first window that appears once the AP Web Server opens. The AP Statistics window allows viewing of the assigned ID, MAC address, and current state of the AP and all stations currently part of its BBS (Basic Service Set). The top-level Statistics window automatically updates each minute.
A Appendix The BSS Stats window for AP is divided into sections that provide the AP configuration, Access Point SME statistics (station association information), or Access Point (Transmit and Receive) Statistics. Refer to Table A-9 for a description of the BSS Statistics for AP window fields. Table A-9. BSS Stats Field for AP Descriptions BSS Stats Field Description State Current state of the AP. Authentication Type Specifies open-system or shared key.
A Appendix Station Statistics To view statistics on any STA, click on the MAC address hyperlink for the desired STA. The BSS Stats window for the selected STA will appear. See Figure A-16 for an example BSS Stats window for a station. T O N Y P O C Figure A-16. Basic Service Set Statistics Window for Station The BSS Stats window for stations provides the station configuration and statistics for the selected station. O D Atheros Communications, Inc.
A Appendix Table A-10 summarizes the information fields on the BSS Stats window for a STA. Table A-10. BSS Stats Fields for STA Descriptions BSS Stats Window for STA Field Description AID The ID of the STA. State The current state of the STA Power Save Specifies the enabled state of the power save option; either yes or no. Encryption Specifies current state of encryption; AES and/or WEP, and None (clear). Advertised Cipher Specifies the supported cipher types.
B B Regulatory Compliance Information Y P O C This section includes user requirements for operating this product in accordance with National laws for usage of radio spectrum and operation of radio devices. Failure of the end-user to comply with the applicable requirements may result in unlawful operation and adverse action against the end-user by the applicable National regulatory authority.
B Appendix FCC Requirements for Operation in the Unites States Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions 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.
Appendix B RF Exposure This device has been evaluated for compliance with FCC RF Exposure limits. CAUTION: To ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure requirements, the antenna used for this device must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter. Declaration Of Conformity We Atheros Communications, Inc., Y P O C 529 Almanor Ave.
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