User’s Guide XS 3900 Wireless LAN Array November 3rd, 2005 3700 3500
Wireless LAN Array XS-3900, XS-3700, XS-3500 All rights reserved. This document may not be reproduced or disclosed in whole or in part by any means without the written consent of Xirrus, Inc. Part Number: 800-0006-001 (Revision C) Copyright © 2005 Xirrus, Inc. 370 North Westlake Blvd, Suite 200 Westlake Village, CA 91362 USA www.xirrus.
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Non-Modification Statement Unauthorized changes or modifications to the device are not permitted. Use only the supplied internal antenna, or external antennas supplied by the manufacturer. Modifications to the device will void the warranty and may violate FCC regulations. Please go to the Xirrus Web site for a list of all approved antennas. Indoor Use This product has been designed for indoor use.
EU Directive 1999/5/EC Compliance Information This section contains compliance information for the Xirrus Wireless LAN Array family of products, which includes the XS-3900, XS-3700 and XS-3500. The compliance information contained in this section is relevant to the European Union and other countries that have implemented the EU Directive 1999/5/EC. Declaration of Conformity Cesky [Czech] Toto zahzeni je v souladu se základnimi požadavky a ostatnimi odpovidajcimi ustano veni mi Smě rnice 1999/5/EC.
Italiano [Italian] Questo apparato é conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed agli altri principi sanciti dalla Direttiva 1999/5/CE. Latviski [Latvian] Šī iekārta atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajā prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem. Lietuvių [Lithuanian] Šis įrenginys tenkina 1995/5/EB Direktyvos esminius reikalavimus ir kitas šios direktyvos nuostatas. Nederlands [Dutch] Dit apparant voldoet aan de essentiele eisen en andere van toepassing zijnde bepalingen van de Richtlijn 1995/5/EC.
Suomi [Finnish] Tämä laite täyttää direktiivin 1999/5//EY olennaiset vaatimukset ja on siinä asetettujen muiden laitetta koskevien määräysten mukainen. Svenska [Swedish] Denna utrustning är i överensstämmelse med de väsentliga kraven och andra relevanta bestämmelser i Direktiv 1999/5/EC.
WEEE Compliance z Natural resources were used in the production of this equipment. z This equipment may contain hazardous substances that could impact the health of the environment. z In order to avoid harm to the environment and consumption of natural resources, we encourage you to use appropriate take-back systems when disposing of this equipment. z The appropriate take-back systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of this equipment in a way that will not harm the environment.
National Restrictions In the majority of the EU and other European countries, the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands have been made available for the use of Wireless LANs. The following table provides an overview of the regulatory requirements in general that are applicable for the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Frequency Band (MHz) Max Power Level (EIRP) (mW) Indoor ONLY Outdoor ONLY 2400–2483.
France The use of the band from 5470 MHz to 5725 MHz is not allowed in France. The band from 5150 MHz to 5350 MHz can only be used indoors. If the product is used outdoors, the use of any 5 GHz frequency is not allowed, and power output is restricted in some pportions of the 2.4 GHz band. Refer to the following table or go to www.art-telecom.fr for more details. L’utilisation de la bande 5470 MHz à 5725 MHz n’est pas autorisée en France.
Greece A license from EETT is required for the outdoor operation in the 5470 MHz to 5725 MHz band. Xirrus recommends checking www.eett.gr for more details. Ç äç éïõñãβάéêô ùíåîùôåñéêï ñïõóôç æ íçóõ íïô ôùí 5470–5725 ÌÇz å éôñ åôάéùíï åôÜά üÜäåéά ôçò ÅÅÔÔ, ïõ ïñçãåβôάé óôåñά ά ü ó öùíç ãí ç ôïõ ÃÅÅÈÁ. åñéóóüôåñåò ëå ôïì ñåéåùóôï www.eett.gr Italy This product meets the National Radio Interface and the requirements specified in the National Frequency Allocation Table for Italy.
Antennas The Xirrus Wireless LAN Array family of products employs integrated antennas that cannot be removed and which are not user accessible. Nevertheless, as regulatory limits are not the same throughout the EU, users may need to adjust the conducted power setting for the radio to meet the EIRP limits applicable in their country or region. Adjustments can be made from the product’s management interface—either Web Management Interface (WMI) or Command Line Interface(CLI).
Safety Warnings ! ! ! ! Safety Warnings Read all user documentation before powering this device. All Xirrus interconnected equipment should be contained indoors. This product is not suitable for outdoor operation. Please verify the integrity of the system ground prior to installing Xirrus equipment. Additionally, verify that the ambient operating temperature does not exceed 50°C.
Translated Safety Warnings Avertissements de Sécurité ! ! ! ! Sécurité Lisez l'ensemble de la documentation utilisateur avant de mettre cet appareil sous tension. Tous les équipements Xirrus interconnectés doivent être installés en intérieur. Ce produit n'est pas conçu pour être utilisé en extérieur. Veuillez vérifier l'intégrité de la terre du système avant d'installer des équipements Xirrus. Vérifiez également que la température de fonctionnement ambiante n'excède pas 50°C.
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Wireless LAN Array Table of Contents All topics listed in this Table of Contents are “clickable,” which means you can instantly jump to any selected topic with a click of your mouse button.
Wireless LAN Array Secure Wireless Access .................................................................................. 12 Applications Enablement .............................................................................. 12 SDMA Optimization ...................................................................................... 12 Easy Deployment ............................................................................................ 12 Product Specifications (XS-3900 and XS-3700) .............
Wireless LAN Array Choosing a Location ....................................................................................... 41 Wiring Considerations ............................................................................ 42 Mounting the Unit .......................................................................................... 43 Attaching the T-Bar Clips ....................................................................... 44 Installing the Mounting Plate .....................................
Wireless LAN Array Network Interfaces ......................................................................................... 79 Network Settings ..................................................................................... 80 Network Statistics .................................................................................... 84 DHCP Settings ......................................................................................... 85 DNS Settings ................................................
Wireless LAN Array Basic Commands .................................................................................................. 144 Help ................................................................................................................ 144 Tab Key ........................................................................................................... 144 ? Key ............................................................................................................... 144 Save ......
Wireless LAN Array gig1 .................................................................................................................. 166 gig2 .................................................................................................................. 168 hostname ........................................................................................................ 170 iap ....................................................................................................................
Wireless LAN Array Fast Ethernet ........................................................................................... 214 Integrated Access Points (IAPs) .................................................................. 214 Server Settings ............................................................................................... 215 DHCP ...................................................................................................... 215 External RADIUS ....................................
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Wireless LAN Array Introduction This chapter introduces the Wireless LAN Array, including an overview of its key features and benefits, and a detailed listing of the product’s physical, environmental, technology and regulatory specifications.
Wireless LAN Array Nomenclature Throughout this User’s Guide, the Wireless LAN Array is also referred to as the Xirrus Array, or simply the Array. In some instances, the terms product and unit are also used. When discussing specific products from the Xirrus family, the product name is used (for example, XS-3900, XS-3700 or XS-3500). The Xirrus Wireless Management System (XM-3300) and the Xirrus Remote DC Power System (XP-3100) are referred to as the XM-3300 and XP-3100, or XM and XP respectively.
Wireless LAN Array z Configuring the Xirrus Array Contains procedures for configuring the Array using its embedded Web Management Interface. It also includes instructions for logging in to the Array with your Web browser, and procedures for upgrading the system firmware and resetting the Array to its factory defaults.
Wireless LAN Array Notes and Cautions The following symbols are used throughout this User’s Guide: # ! This symbol is used for general notes that provide useful supplemental information. This symbol is used for cautions. Cautions provide critical information that may adversely affect the performance of the product. Screen Images Some screen images of the Web Management Interface have been modified for clarity.
Wireless LAN Array Why Choose the Xirrus Wireless LAN Array? In 2003 there were approximately 30,000 Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) operating in the public domain. Research suggests that the number will more than quadruple by 2006. Enterprise WLANs in the private sector are also becoming increasingly common as businesses strive for greater flexibility in the workplace and the need for employee mobility rises.
Wireless LAN Array Product Overview Part of the family of Xirrus products, the Wireless LAN Array is a high capacity, multi-mode device designed for the Enterprise market, with twice the range and up to sixteen times the capacity of competitive wireless products. Figure 2. Wireless LAN Array (XS-3900) The Xirrus Array (regardless of the product model) is Wi-Fi® compliant and simultaneously supports 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g clients.
Wireless LAN Array Deployment Flexibility Xirrus’ unique multi-radio architecture generates 360 degrees of sectored highgain 802.11a/b/g coverage that provides extended range and the highest possible data rates for a large volume of clients. Each sector can be controlled automatically or manually, creating a pattern of wireless coverage perfectly tailored to individual customer needs. For example: outside wall Figure 3.
Wireless LAN Array Remote DC Power System (Optional) The Xirrus Remote DC Power System (XP-3100) provides distributed DC power to your Array (DC version) deployments, eliminating the need to provide an AC power outlet in close proximity to the unit(s). In the following example, DC power is supplied to four Xirrus Arrays while utilizing only one AC power outlet. AC Input to XP-3100 XP-3100 DC Output to Xirrus Arrays Figure 4.
Wireless LAN Array Enterprise Class Management The Xirrus Array can be configured with its default RF settings, or the RF settings can be customized using the Array’s embedded Web Management Interface (WMI). The WMI enables easy configuration and control from a graphical console, along with a full compliment of troubleshooting tools, reports and statistics. Figure 5.
Wireless LAN Array Key Features and Benefits This section describes some of the key product features and the benefits you can expect when deploying the Xirrus Array (the XS-3900 product is highlighted in this section). High Capacity and High Performance The XS-3900 easily handles time-sensitive traffic, such as voice, and can enable wireless connectivity for 1,024 users. The unit includes two Gigabit uplink ports for connection to the wired network.
Wireless LAN Array Extended Coverage One XS-3900 solution enables you to replace up to sixteen access points (includes one omnidirectional IAP for monitoring the network). Fifteen IAP radios with integrated directional antennas provide increased wireless range and enhanced data rates in all directions. With a Xirrus Array deployed, far fewer access points are needed for your wireless network.
Wireless LAN Array Non-Overlapping Channels Complete use of non-overlapping channels limits interference and delivers maximum capacity. On the XS-3900, all 16 non-overlapping channels are fully utilized across the 5Ghz and 2.4Ghz spectrums (12 across the 5GHz spectrum and 4 across the 2.4GHz spectrum). Secure Wireless Access Multiple layers of authentication and encryption ensure secure data transmissions. The Xirrus Array is 802.
Wireless LAN Array Product Specifications (XS-3900 and XS-3700) Element Specifications Number of Users Maximum of 64 associated users per radio 1024 users per Array (XS-3900) 512 users per Array (XS-3700) Physical Diameter: 18.65 inches (47.37 cm) Height: 3.87 inches (9.83 cm) Weight: 8lbs (3.
Wireless LAN Array Element Specifications Management Web-based HTTPS SNMP v3 CLI via SSHv2 or Telnet FTP TFTP Serial Proprietary Xirrus Wireless Management System Syslog reporting for alerts/alarms Networking DHCP client, DHCP server, NTP client RFC VLAN Support 802.
Wireless LAN Array Element Security Specifications Wireless Security: WEP 40bit/128bit encryption WPA with TKIP and AES encryption Misappropriated APs automatically reset to factory defaults (requires the Xirrus Wireless Management System) Rogue AP detection, with alerts and classification User and System Authentication: WPA Pre-Shared Key authentication Embedded RADIUS Server 802.1x EAP-TLS 802.1x EAP-TTLS 802.
Wireless LAN Array Element Wireless Specifications Number of Radios: XS-3900: 12 x 802.11a radios 4 x 802.11a/b/g radios XS-3700: 4 x 802.11a radios 4 x 802.11a/b/g radios Wireless Standards: 802.11a/b/g and g-only mode 802.11e (draft), 802.11i Channel Selection: Manual Automatic Frequency Bands: 11a: 5.15-5.25 GHz (UNII 1) 11a: 5.15-5.25 GHz (TELEC) 11a: 5.25-5.35 GHz (UNII 2) 11a: 5.470-5.725 (ETSI) 11a: 5.725-5825 GHz (UNII 3) 11b/g: 2.412-2.462 GHz (FCC) 11b/g: 2.412-2.472 GHz (ETSI) 11b/g: 2.412-2.
Wireless LAN Array Product Specifications (XS-3500) Element Specifications Number of Users Maximum of 64 associated users per radio (256 users per Array). Recommended number of typical users per Array is 20. Physical Diameter: 12.58 inches (31.95 cm) Height: 2.58 inches (6.55 cm) Weight: 4lbs (1.
Wireless LAN Array Element Specifications Management Web-based HTTPS SNMP v3 CLI via SSHv2 or Telnet FTP TFTP Serial Proprietary Xirrus Wireless Management System Syslog reporting for alerts/alarms Networking DHCP client, DHCP server, NTP client RFC VLAN Support 802.
