11N Multi-Function Access Point EAP300 11N Multi-Function Access Point V1.
1 Table of Contents 1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................4 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2 Before you Begin ..........................................................................................................................................................8 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3 Default Settings ..................................................................................
2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 6 Network ......................................................................................................................................................................47 6.1 6.2 6.3 7 Admin ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 51 SNMP....................................................................
3 Revision History Version 1.
4 1 Introduction EAP300 is a multi-functioned 11n product with 3 major multi-functions, is designed to operate in every working environment for enterprises. EAP300 is a Wireless Network device that delivers up to 6x faster speeds and 7x extended coverage than 802.11b/g devices. EAP300 supports home network with superior throughput, performance and unparalleled wireless range.
5 Support Multi-SSID function (4 SSID) in AP mode Allowing clients to access different networks through a single access point and to assign different policies and functions for each SSID by manager. WPA2/WPA/ IEEE 802.1x support Powerful data security. MAC address filtering in AP mode Ensuring secure network connection. User isolation support (AP mode) Protecting the private network between client users. Power-over-Ethernet (IEEE802.3af) Flexible Access Point locations and saving cost.
6 1.3 System Requirements The following are the minimum system requirements in order configure the device. • Computer with an Ethernet interface or Wireless Network function. • Windows, Mac OS or Linux based operating systems • Internet Explorer or Firefox or Safari Web-Browser Software 1.4 Applications The wireless LAN products are easy to install and highly efficient.
7 e) Small Office and Home Office (SOHO) networks SOHO users need a cost-effective, easy and quick installation of a small network. f) Wireless extensions to Ethernet networks Network managers in dynamic environments can minimize the overhead caused by moves, extensions to networks, and other changes with wireless LANs. g) Wired LAN backup Network managers implement wireless LANs to provide backup for mission-critical applications running on wired networks.
8 2 Before you Begin This section will guide you through the installation process. Placement of the ENGENIUS EAP300 is very important to avoid poor signal reception and performance. Avoid placing the device in enclosed spaces such as a closet, cabinet or wardrobe. 2.1 Considerations for Wireless Installation The operating distance of all wireless devices cannot be pre-determined due to a number of unknown obstacles in the environment that the device is deployed.
9 2.2 Computer Settings (Windows XP/Windows 7) This device can be configured as an Access Point, WDS AP or WDS Bridge. The default IP address of the device is 192.168.1.1 (In Access Point Mode as default). In order to log into this device, you must first configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook. • Click Start button and open Control Panel.
10 • Windows XP, click [Network Connection] • Windows 7, click [View Network Status and Tasks] then [Change adapter settings] • Right click on [Local Area Connection] and select [Properties].
11 • Select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and click [Properties] • Select “Use the following IP address” and enter IP address and subnet mask then click [OK]. Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device. For example: Device IP address: 192.168.1.1 PC IP address: 192.168.1.10 PC subnet mask: 255.255.255.
12 2.3 Apple Mac X OS • Go to System Preferences > Network • Under Network setting, select “Manually” and enter IP address and subnet mask. • Click Apply when done.
13 2.4 Hardware Installation 1. Place the unit in an appropriate location after conducting a site survey. 2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of the device and another end into your PC/Notebook. 3. Insert the DC-inlet of the power adapter into the port labeled “DC-IN” and the other end into the power socket on the wall. This diagram depicts the hardware configuration.
14 3 Configuring Your Access Point This section will show you how to configure the device using the web-based configuration interface. 3.1 Default Settings Please use your Ethernet port or wireless network adapter to connect the Access Point. Default Settings IP Address 192.168.1.1 Username / Password admin / admin Operation Mode Access Point Wireless SSID EnGeniusxxxxxx Wireless Security None Note: xxxxxx represented in the wireless SSID above is the last 6 characters of your device MAC Address.
15 3.2 Web Configuration • Open a web browser (Internet Explorer/Firefox/Safari) and enter the IP Address http://192.168.1.1 Note: If you have changed the default LAN IP Address of the Access Point, ensure you enter the correct IP Address. • The default username and password are admin. Once you have entered the correct username and password, click the Login button to open the web-base configuration page.
16 • You will see the following webpage if login successfully.
17 • The navigation drop-down menu on left is divided into seven main sections: 1. System: This menu includes the operation mode, status, DHCP, schedule, event log, and monitor. Through this section, you can also change the device operating mode, such as Access Point, WDS AP or WDS Bridge. 2. Wireless: This menu includes status, basic, advanced, security, filter, client list and VLAN. 3. Network: This menu includes status, LAN and spanning tree. 4.
18 4 System 4.1 Operation Mode Each of the operating modes offers different features. In order to switch the operating mode, select it from the System >> Operation Mode. There are three operation modes: Access Point, WDS AP and WDS Bridge. A dialog box will appear to notify you that the system will restart in order for the change to take effect. Click on the OK button to continue. Please wait while the device counts down and restarts into the new operating mode.
19 4.2 Status This page will display status of the device. System Operation Mode The device is currently in which mode. System Time The device’s system time. If this is incorrect, please set the time in the Tools / Time page. System Up Time The duration about the device has been operating without powering down or reboot. Hardware Version and Serial Number Hardware information for this device. Kernel and Application Version Firmware information for this device.
20 WLAN Settings Channel The wireless channel in use. ESSID The SSID (Network Name) of the wireless network. (up to 4 SSIDs are supported) Security Wireless encryption is enabled for this SSID. BSSID The MAC address of this SSID.
21 4.3 DHCP This page shows the status of the DHCP server and also allows you to control how the IP addresses are allocated. Note: Only in Access Point mode.
22 The DHCP Client Table shows the LAN clients that have been allocated an IP address from the DHCP Server. DHCP Client Table IP address The LAN IP address of the client. MAC address The MAC address of the client’s LAN interface. Expiration Time The time that the allocated IP address will expire. Refresh Click this button to update the DHCP Client Table.
23 You can also manually specify the IP address that will be allocated to a LAN client by associating the IP address with its MAC address. Type the IP address you would like to manually assign to a specific MAC address and click Add to add the condition to the Static DHCP Table.
24 4.4 Schedule This page allows you to setup the schedule times that the Wireless Active feature will be activated / deactivated. Click Add to create a Schedule entry.
25 Schedule Schedule Description Assign a name to the schedule. Service The service provides for the schedule. Days Define the Days to activate or deactivate the schedule. Time of day Define the Time of day to activate or deactivated the schedule. Please use 24-hour clock format.
26 4.5 Event Log This page displays the system log of the device. When powered down or rebooted, the log will be cleared. Event Log Save Save the log to a file. Clear Clear the log. Refresh Update the log.
27 4.6 Monitor This page shows a histogram of the Ethernet and Wireless LAN traffic. Click on [Detail] to get the detail information.
28 5 Wireless 5.1 Status This page shows the current status of the device's Wireless settings. WLAN Settings Channel The wireless channel in use. ESSID The SSID (Network Name) of the wireless network. (up to 4 SSIDs are supported) Security Wireless encryption is enabled for this SSID. BSSID The MAC address of this SSID.
29 5.2 Basic This page shows the current status of the device's Wireless settings. Basic Radio Enable or Disable the device’s wireless signal. Mode Select between Access Point or Wireless Distribution System (WDS) modes. Band Select the types of wireless clients that the device will accept.
30 Enable SSID# Select the number of SSID’s (Wireless Network names) you would like. You can create up to 4 separate wireless networks. SSID# Enter the name of your wireless network. You can use up to 32 characters. Auto Channel When enabled, the device will scan the wireless signals around your area and select the channel with the least interference. Channel Manually select which channel the wireless signal will use.
31 5.3 Advanced This page allows you to configure wireless advance settings. It is recommended the default settings are used unless the user has experience with these functions. Advanced (Access Point / WDS AP mode) Fragment Threshold Specifies the size of the packet per fragment. This function can reduce the chance of packet collision.
32 performance. RTS Threshold When the packet size is smaller than the RTS Threshold, then the packet will be sent without RTS/CTS handshake which may result in incorrect transmission. Beacon Interval The time interval that the device broadcasts a beacon. This beacon is used to synchronize all wireless clients on the network. DTIM Period A Delivery Traffic Indication Message informs all wireless clients that the access point will be sending Multi-casted data.
33 Advanced (WDS Bridge mode) Fragment Threshold Specifies the size of the packet per fragment. This function can reduce the chance of packet collision. However when this value is set too low, there will be increased overheads resulting in poor performance. RTS Threshold When the packet size is smaller than the RTS Threshold, then the packet will be sent without RTS/CTS handshake which may result in incorrect transmission.
34 Preamble Type A preamble is a message that helps access points synchronize with the client. Long Preamble is standard based so increases compatibility. Short Preamble is non-standard, so it decreases compatibility but increases performance. Tx Power Set the power output of the wireless signal.
35 5.4 Security This page allows you to set the wireless security settings. Note: Only in Access Point and WDS AP mode. Security (Access Point / WDS AP mode) SSID Selection Select the SSID that the security settings will apply to. Separate Tick the box in SSID or STA to Enable Separate feature. Separate prevents communication and data sharing between wireless stations associated with same SSID or different SSID. Broadcast SSID If Disabled, then the device will not be broadcasting the SSID.
36 WMM Wi-Fi Multi-Media is a Quality of Service protocol which prioritizes traffic in the order according to voice, video, best effort, and background. Note that in certain situations, WMM needs to be enabled to achieve 11n transfer speeds. Encryption The encryption method to be applied. You can choose from WEP, WPA pre-shared key or WPA RADIUS. • Disabled - no data encryption is used. • WEP - data is encrypted using the WEP standard. • WPA-PSK - data is encrypted using the WPA-PSK standard.
37 802.1x Authentication RADIUS Server IP Address The IP Address of the RADIUS Server RADIUS Server port The port number of the RADIUS Server. RADIUS Server password The RADIUS Server’s password.
38 WEP Encryption: WEP Encryption Authentication Type Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same authentication type. Key type ASCII: regular text (recommended) HEX: for advanced users Key Length Select the desired option, and ensure the wireless clients use the same setting. • 64 Bit - data is encrypted, using the default key, before being transmitted. You must enter at least the default key. For 64 Bit Encryption, the key size is 10 chars in HEX (0~9 and A~F).
39 WPA Pre-Shared Key Encryption: WPA Pre-Shared Key Encryption Authentication Type Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same authentication type. WPA type Select the WPA encryption you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Pre-shared Key Type Select whether you would like to enter the Key in HEX or Passphrase format. Pre-shared Key Wireless clients must use the same key to associate the device.
40 WPA RADIUS Encryption: WPA RADIUS Encryption WPA type Select the WPA encryption you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. RADIUS Server IP address Enter the IP address of the RADIUS Server RADIUS Server Port Enter the port number used for connections to the RADIUS server. RADIUS Server password Enter the password required to connect to the RADIUS server.
41 5.5 Filter This page allows you to create filters to control which wireless clients can connect to this device by only allowing the MAC addresses entered into the Filtering Table. Note: Only in Access Point and WDS AP mode. Wireless Filter (Access Point / WDS AP mode) Enable Wireless Access Control Tick the box to Enable Wireless Access Control. When Enabled, only wireless clients on the Filtering Table will be allowed.
42 Description Enter a name or description for this entry. MAC address Enter the MAC address of the wireless client that you wish to allow connection. Add Click this button to add the entry. Reset Click this button if you have made a mistake and want to reset the MAC address and Description fields. MAC Address Filtering Table Only clients listed in this table will be allowed access to the wireless network. Delete Selected Delete the selected entries.
43 5.6 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) WPS feature is following the Wi-Fi Alliance WPS standard and it eases the set up of security-enabled Wi-Fi networks in the home and small office environment. It reduces the user steps required to configure a network and supports two methods that are familiar to most consumers to configure a network and enable security. Note: Only in Access Point and WDS AP mode. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) WPS Tick to Enable the WPS feature.
44 SSID The SSID (wireless network name) used when connecting using WPS. Authentication Mode Shows the encryption method used by the WPS process. Passphrase Key This is the passphrase key that is randomly generated during the WPS process. It is required if wireless clients that do not support WPS attempts to connect to the wireless network. WPS Via Push Button Click this button to initialize WPS feature using the push button method.
45 5.7 Client List This page shows the wireless clients that are connected to the device. Note: Only in Access Point and WDS AP mode.
46 5.8 VLAN This page allows you to configure the VLAN Note: Only in Access Point and WDS AP mode. VLAN Virtual LAN Choose to Enable or Disable the VLAN feature. SSID# Tag Specify the VLAN tag for each SSID. LAN VLAN MGMT Choose to Enable or Disable the LAN VLAN MGMT feature. MGMT Tag Specify the VLAN tag for LAN.
47 6 Network 6.1 Status This page shows the current status of the device’s LAN connection.
48 6.2 LAN This page allows you to modify the device's LAN settings. LAN IP Bridge Type Select Static IP or Dynamic IP from the drop-down list. If you select Static IP, you will be required to specify an IP address and subnet mask. If Dynamic IP is selected, then the IP address is received automatically from the external DHCP server. IP address The LAN IP Address of this device. IP Subnet Mask The LAN Subnet Mask of this device. Default Gateway The Default Gateway of this device.
49 DHCP Server feature is only in Access Point mode. DHCP Server (Access Point mode) DHCP Server Enable or disable DHCP feature. The DHCP Server automatically allocates IP addresses to your LAN device. Disabled as default. Lease Time The duration of the DHCP server allocates each IP address to a LAN device. Start / End IP The range of IP addresses of the DHCP server will allocate to LAN device. Domain name The domain name for this LAN network.
50 6.3 Spanning Tree This page allows you to modify the Spanning Tree settings. Enabling Spanning Tree protocol will prevent network loops in your LAN network.
51 7 Management 7.1 Admin This page allows you to change the system password and to configure remote management. By default, the password is: admin. Password can contain 0 to 12 alphanumeric characters and are case sensitive. Change Password Old Password Enter the current password. New Password Enter your new password. Confirm Password Enter your new password again for verification. Idle Timeout Enter Administration Page timeout time.
52 7.2 SNMP This page allows you to assign the contact details, location, community name and trap settings for SNMP. This is a networking management protocol used to monitor network-attached devices. SNMP allows messages (called protocol data units) to be sent to various parts of a network. Upon receiving these messages, SNMP-compatible devices (called agents) return data stored in their Management Information Bases.
53 SNMP SNMP Active Enable or disable SNMP feature. SNMP Version You may select a specific version or select All from the drop-down list. Read Community Specify the password for access the SNMP community for read only access. Set Community Specify the password for access to the SNMP community with read/write access. System Location Specify the location of the device. System Contact Specify the contact details of the device Trap Trap Active Enable or disable SNMP trapping feature.
54 7.3 Firmware Upgrade This page allows you to upgrade the device's firmware. To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1. Click the [Browse] button and navigate to the location of the upgrade file. 2. Select the upgrade file. Its name will appear in the Upgrade File field. 3. Click the [Apply] button to commence the firmware upgrade. Note: The device is unavailable during the upgrade process, and must restart when the upgrade is completed. Any connections to or through the device will be lost.
55 Emergency Upgrade If you upgrade fail, you may enter Emergency Upgrade WEB page. 1. Enter IP address: 192.168.99.9 and enter Emergency Upgrade WEB page. Note: Refer to 2.2 to configure PC/Notebook IP address to 192.168.99.8. 2. Click the [Browse] button and navigate to the location of the upgrade file and then click [Upload]. 3. Wait for 60 seconds for firmware upgrade and reboot the device.
56 4. You can access the device again.
57 7.4 Configure This page allows you to save the current device configurations. When you save the configurations, you also can re-load the saved configurations into the device through the [Restore Settings]. If extreme problems occur you can use the [Restore to Factory Defaults] to set all configurations to its original default settings. Configure Restore to Factory Default Restores the device to factory default settings. Backup Settings Save the current configuration settings to a file.
58 7.5 Reset In some circumstances it may be required to force the device to reboot. Click on [Apply] to reboot.
59 8 Tools 8.1 Time Setting This page allows you to set the system time. Time Time Setup Select the method you want to set the time. Time Zone Select the time zone for your current location. NTP Time Server Enter the address of the Network Time Protocol (NTP) Server to automatically synchronize with a server on the Internet. Daylight Savings Check whether daylight savings applies to your area.
60 8.2 Diagnosis This page allows you to test your network. Type in the address for diagnosis. Diagnosis Address to Ping Enter the IP address you like to see if a successful connection can be made. Ping Frequency Select the frequency for Ping test. Ping Result The results of the Ping test.
61 8.3 LED Control This page allows you to control LED on/off for Power, LAN interface and WLAN interface.
62 9 Logout Click on [Logout] button to logout.
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. 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.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
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