WIRELESS ACCESS POINT / CLIENT BRIDGE Model: ENH500 User Manual Version: 1.
Table of Contents 1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................... 6 1.1 FEATURES .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6 1.2 BENEFITS ..........................................................................................................
7.1.3 WDS Bridge Mode ............................................................................................................................................................... 36 7.1.4 Client Router Mode ............................................................................................................................................................. 38 7.2 WIRELESS SECURITY SETTINGS...............................................................................................................
11.4 CLIENT ROUTER MODE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 75 APPENDIX A – TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................... 76 A.1 PROBLEM SOLVING ...................................................................................................................................................
About This Document This document is written by EnGenius Inc. EnGenius Inc. the reserves the right to change this document without notice and all rights are reserved. This document can only be used for the configuration of EnGenius products. This document is to characterize the EnGenius ENH500 Wireless Access Point & Client Bridge. Please read the document carefully before setting up the ENH500. Any damage which is caused by inappropriate use will not be covered under the warranty.
1 Product Overview Thank you for using the ENH500. It is a powerful and enhanced business-class product with 4 multi-functions: Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS, and Client Router. EnGenius’ ENH500 uses the latest wireless standard, 802.11n, which allows for faster wireless throughput. The ENH500 affords a great advantage to minimize the time and cost which is required to expand your network. It operates at 5GHz and is also backwards compatible with 802.11a networking equipment.
d) Frequently altered environments Show rooms, meeting rooms, retail stores, and manufacturing sites are prime examples where frequently rearranged workplaces are suited for wireless LANs. e) Wireless extensions of Ethernet networks Network managers in dynamic environments can minimize the overhead caused by moves, extensions to networks, and other changes by utilizing wireless LANs.
information. It supports transmit power and channel adjustments. Clients can access the network with different regulatory settings and automatically change to the local regulations. Client Bridge Mode Use this feature to connect to an Access Point, enabling WAN sharing. WDS Mode Use this feature to link multiple APs in a network; All associated clients from any AP can communicate with each other like in ad-hoc mode.
1.3 Package Contents Open the package carefully, and make sure that none of the items listed below are missing. Do not discard the packing materials; in case of return, the unit must be shipped in its original packaging. (1) Wireless Access Point / Client Bridge (ENH500) (1) 24V/1.
1.6 Understanding the ENH500 LEDs The rear of the ENH500 has two groups of LEDs. One group, labeled INDICATORS, shows the status of the device. The second group, LINK QUALITY, shows the strength of the link between the ENH500 and the network. The following table describes the ENH500 LEDs. LED Color Mode Status Power Green OFF= ENH500 is not receiving power. ON= ENH500 is receiving power. LAN Green(Main) OFF = ENH500 is not connected to the network.
2 Installation This chapter describes how to install the ENH500. Only experienced installation professionals who are familiar with local building and safety codes and, wherever applicable, are licensed by the appropriate government regulatory authorities should install the ENH500. 2.1 Pre-installation Guidelines Select the optimal locations for the equipment using the following guidelines: - The ENH500 should be mounted on a 1"- 4" pole.
6. 7. Turn over the ENH500. Then insert the mast strap through the middle hole of the ENH500. Use a screwdriver to unlock the pole-mounting ring putting it through the ENH500. Mount the ENH500 securely to the pole by locking the strap tightly. This completes the installation procedure.
3 Wireless Network Modes 3.1 Access Point Mode In the Access Point Mode, the ENH500 functions like a central connection for any stations or clients that support the IEEE 802.11a/n standards. Stations and clients must utilize the same SSID and Security Password to associate while within range. The most suitable topology for this mode is to have one ENH500 as an AP and the second one as a Client-Bridge – when necessary a third Client-Bridge can be place within the directional antenna’s path.
addresses. Please note that this mode is rarely used due to the nature of directional antennae. Consequently, the wireless clients need to be located in the path of the ENH500’s directional antenna and be within in the range to send signal back to the ENH500. Not every Access Point supports WDS in Access Point Mode. It is recommended to use ENH500s if you would like to utilize this functionality. 3.
3.4 WDS Bridge Mode In the WDS Bridge Mode, the ENH500 can wirelessly connect different local area networks by configuring each device’s MAC address and security settings. The WDS Bridge Mode can bridge up to four local wired networks together as one logical network. Every computer on this logical network can see each other, sharing files as if they are in the same location.
WDS Bridge Mode is unlike Access Point Mode. APs linked by WDS are using the same wireless channel, and connecting excessive numbers of APs on the same channel may result in lower throughput. Please be aware to avoid loop connections; otherwise enable the Spanning Tree Function. 3.
4 Configuring Your Computer for TCP/IP This chapter describes how to configure the TCP/IP settings on a computer that will be used to configure the ENH500. Because the default operating mode is Client Bridge, an IP address will not be assigned to the computer/notebook. Therefore, follow the steps below to assign an IP address to a client’s Ethernet adapter. 4.1 Configuring Microsoft Windows 7 Use the following procedure to configure a computer running Microsoft Windows 7. 1.
3. In the Networking tab, click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), and then click Properties. 4. In the properties dialog box, click Use the following IP address: to configure your computer for Static TCP/IP. Enter an IP address (i.e. 192.168.1.10), the subnet mask of the ENH500, and the default gateway which is the ENH500’s IP address, 192.168.1.1. Note: the subnet mask must match that of the ENH500 and the IP address must be on that subnet. 5.
4.2 Configuring Microsoft Windows Vista Use the following procedure to configure a computer running Microsoft Windows Vista with the default Windows interface. 1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start, click Control Panel, and then select the Network and Internet icon. 2. Click View Network Status and tasks and then click Manage Networks Connections. 3. Right‐click the Local Area Connection icon and click Properties. 4. Click Continue. The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears. 5.
6. In the properties dialog box, click Use the following IP address: to configure your computer for Static TCP/IP. Enter an IP address (i.e. 192.168.1.10), the subnet mask of the ENH500, and the default gateway which is the ENH500’s IP address, 192.168.1.1. Note: the subnet mask must match that of the ENH500 and the IP address must be on that subnet. 7. 8. Click the OK button to save your changes and close the dialog box. Click the OK button again to save your changes.
4.3 Configuring Microsoft Windows XP Use the following procedure to configure a computer running Microsoft Windows XP with the default Windows interface. 1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start, click Control Panel, and then click Network and Internet Connections. 2. Click the Network Connections icon. 3. Click Local Area Connection for the Ethernet adapter connected to the ENH500. The Local Area Connection Status dialog box appears. 4.
4.4 Configuring Apple Mac OS X The following procedure describes how to configure TCP/IP on an Apple Macintosh running Mac OS 10.2 or later. Note: The menu titles and placement vary in each OS X 10.x operating system but are typically similar. Pull down the Apple Menu, click System Preferences, and select Network. Verify that the NIC connected to the ENH500 is selected in the Show field. In the Configure field on the TCP/IP tab, select Manually.
4.5 Logging into the ENH500 After completing the TCP/IP settings from the beginning of the Chapter, you can now access the web-based configuration menu. 1. Open your web browser. 2. Enter IP 192.168.1.1 into your address bar. If you have changed the ENH500 LAN IP address, make sure you enter the correct IP Address. 3. After successfully connecting to the ENH500, a browser pop-up with a Windows Security notice will appear. Please enter the correct Username and Password. 4.
5 Status The Status section is on the navigation drop-down menu. Selecting it, you will then see three options: Main, Wireless Client List, and System Log. Each option is described in detail below. 5.1 Save / Load This page allows viewing of the modified settings. The changes will show in the Unsaved changes list. You can decide to cancel (Revert) all the changes or to Save & Apply the new settings. Please make note of the following: 1. You cannot cancel specific settings.
5.2 Main Click on the Main link under the Status drop-down menu or click Home from the top-right of the webpage. The status that is displayed corresponds with the operating mode that is selected. Information such as operating mode, system up-time, firmware version, serial number, kernel version, and application version are displayed in the System section. LAN IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address are displayed in the LAN section. In the Wireless section, the frequency and channel are displayed.
5.3 Wireless Client List Click on the Wireless Client List link under the Status drop-down menu. This page displays the list of Clients that are associated to the ENH500. The MAC addresses and signal strength for each client is displayed. Click on the Refresh button to refresh the client list. 5.4 System Log Click on the System Log link under the Status drop-down menu. The device automatically records events in its internal memory.
5.5 Connection Status Click on the Connection Status link under the Status drop-down menu. This page displays the current status of the network, including Network Type, SSID, BSSID, Connection Status, Wireless Mode, Current Channel, Security, Data Rate, Current noise level, and Signal strength. 5.6 DHCP Client Table Click on the DHCP Client List link under the Status drop-down menu. This page displays the list of Clients that are associated to the ENH500 through DHCP.
6 System 6.1 Switching the Operation Mode The ENH500 supports 4 modes: Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS Bridge, and Client Router. In order to switch between the operating modes, please go to System -> Operation mode. To begin, click System Properties under System Section. • Device Name: Specify a name for the device. It is not the broadcast SSID; this will be shown in SNMP management. • Country/Region: United States. • Operation Mode: Select an operation mode via a Radio Button.
scenario requiring this functionality, WDS and AP, is rare.
7 Wireless Configuration This section will guide you through all of the wireless settings. Please read the instructions carefully. Inappropriate settings could lower the performance or affect the stability of your network. Before continuing, please make sure you have chosen the correct operating mode. 7.1 Wireless Settings This section contains the basic wireless settings. Please read the description carefully and consult Chapter 10 for more detailed information. 7.1.
Wireless Mode The wireless mode supports 802.11a/n mixed operation. It is compatible with the most common wireless bands. Channel HT Mode The default channel bandwidth is 40 MHz. A larger channel can provide better transmit quality and speed. Extension Channel Specify the upper channel or lower channel selection. It may influence the Auto channel function. Channel / Frequency The channel availability is determined by the country’s regulations. The device operates in the 5GHz spectrum.
SSID Specify the SSID for current profile. VLAN ID Specify the VLAN tag for current profile. Suppressed SSID Place a check to hide the SSID. Clients will not be able to see the broadcast SSID in Site Survey. Station Separation Select the Radio button to allow / deny clients to communicate with one another. Wireless Security Please refer to the Wireless Security section. Save / Cancel Press Save to save the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
7.1.2 Client Bridge Mode Wireless Mode The wireless mode supports 802.11a/n mixed operation. It is compatible with the most common known wireless bands. SSID Specify the SSID if known. The SSID text box will be automatically filled in when an AP in the Site Survey is selected. Site Survey Use Site Survey to scan nearby APs, and then select the AP to establish a connection. Prefer BSSID Specify the MAC address, if known.
Profile After Site Survey, the webpage will display all of the nearby Access Points. Click the BSSID if you would like to connect with it. Wireless Security Please refer to the Wireless Security section. Refresh Press Refresh to scan again. If the Access Point is suppressing its own SSID, the SSID section will be blank; the SSID must be entered manually.
7.1.3 WDS Bridge Mode Wireless Mode The wireless mode supports 802.11a/n mixed modes. It is compatible with the most common wireless bands. Channel HT Mode The default channel bandwidth is 40 MHz. A larger channel can provide better transmit quality and speed. Extension Channel Specify the upper channel or lower channel selection. It may influence the Auto channel function Channel / Frequency The channel availability is determined by the country’s regulations.
MAC Address Enter the Access Point’s MAC address that you would like to extend the wireless coverage of into the MAC address filter. Mode Select Disable or Enable from the drop down list. Accept / Cancel Press Accept to confirm the changes or Cancel to return to the previous settings. Please make note of the following: 1. Accept does not apply the changes – you must go to Status -> Save / Load to apply the new settings. Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 2.
7.1.4 Client Router Mode Wireless Mode The wireless mode supports 802.11a/n mixed operation. It is compatible with the most common wireless bands. SSID Specify the SSID, if known. The SSID text box will be automatically filled in if an AP in the Site Survey is selected. Site Survey Use Site Survey to scan nearby APs, and then select the AP to establish a connection. Prefer BSSID Specify the MAC address, if known.
Profile After Site Survey, the webpage will display all nearby Access Points. Click the BSSID if you would like to connect with an AP. Wireless Security Please refer to the Wireless Security section. Refresh Press Refresh to scan again. If the Access Point is suppressing its own SSID, the SSID section will be blank; the SSID must be entered manually.
7.2 Wireless Security Settings Wireless Security Settings section will guide you through the Security configurations: WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK Mixed, WPA, WPA2, and WPA Mixed. We strongly recommend the use of WPA2-PSK as your security setting. 7.2.1 WEP Security Mode Select WEP from the drop down list. Auth Type Select Auth Type in Open System or Shared. Input Type Select Input Type in Hex or ASCII. Key Length Select Key Length in 64/128/152 bit password length.
7.2.2 WPA-PSK Security Mode Select WPA-PSK from the drop down list. Encryption Select Both, TKIP or AES for encryption type. Passphrase Specify the security password. Group Key Update Interval Specify Group Key Update Interval time. The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode. To comply with the standard, when you use the above encryptions, the wireless transmit mode will drop from 802.11n to 802.11a.
7.2.3 WPA2-PSK Security Mode Select WPA2-PSK from the drop down list. Encryption Select Both, TKIP or AES for encryption type. Passphrase Specify the security password. Group Key Update Interval Specify Group Key Update Interval time. The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode. To comply with the standard, when you use the above encryptions, the wireless transmit mode will drop from 802.11n to 802.11a.
7.2.4 WPA-PSK Mixed Security Mode Select WPA-PSK Mixed from the drop down list. Encryption Select Both, TKIP or AES for encryption type. Passphrase Specify the security password. Group Key Update Interval Specify Group Key Update Interval time. Using WPA-PSK Mixed can allow multiple security modes at the same time. The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode.
7.2.5 WPA Security Mode Select WPA from the drop down list. Encryption Select Both, TKIP or AES for Encryption type. Radius Server Specify Radius Server IP address. Radius Port Specify Radius Port number, the default port is 1812. Radius Secret Specify Radius Secret that is given by the Radius Server. Group Key Update Interval Specify Group Key Update Interval time. The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode.
7.2.6 WPA2 Security Mode Select WPA2 from the drop down list. Encryption Select Both, TKIP or AES for encryption type. Radius Server Specify Radius Server IP Address. Radius Port Specify Radius Port number, the default port is 1812. Radius Secret Specify Radius Secret that is given by the Radius Server. Group Key Update Interval Specify Group Key Update Interval time. The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode.
7.2.7 WPA Mixed Security Mode Select WPA Mixed from the drop down list. Encryption Select Both, TKIP or AES for encryption type. Radius Server Specify Radius Server IP Address. Radius Port Specify Radius Port number, the default port is 1812. Radius Secret Specify Radius Secret that is given by the Radius Server. Group Key Update Interval Specify Group Key Update Interval time. The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode.
7.3 Wireless Advanced Settings Data Rate Select Data Rate from the drop down list. Data rate will affect the efficiency of the throughput. A lower data rate will allow for transmissions to travel longer distances. Transmit Power Select Transmit Power to increase or decrease the transmit power. Altering the transmit power will change the wireless coverage area correspondingly; however, setting the Transmit Power to an extreme level may cause issues for wireless connectivity.
The shorter guard interval results in a higher packet collision rate when the delay-spread of the channel exceeds the guard interval or if timing synchronization between the transmitter and receiver is not precise. Aggregation Aggregation is to merge the typical size of data’s header to one data. It is useful for the small size but more packets. Wireless Traffic Shaping Place a check to enable Wireless Traffic Shaping function.
7.4 Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC Filter is used to Allow or Deny wireless clients, by their MAC addresses, from accessing the network. You can manually add a MAC address to restrict the access permission’s of the client. The default setting is Disable Wireless MAC Filters. 0. ACL Mode ACL Mode can deny or allow specific clients to access the network. Select Disable, Deny MAC in the list, or Allow MAC in the list from the drop down list. MAC Address Filter Specify the MAC address, manually.
7.5 WDS Link Settings WDS Link Settings is used to establish a connection between Access Points without forgoing Access Point functionality. APs with WDS functionality can extend the wireless coverage and allow LANs to communicate with each other. MAC Address Enter the Access Point’s MAC address that you would like to extend the wireless coverage of into the MAC address filter. Mode Select Disable or Enable from the drop down list.
8 LAN Setup This section will guide you to setup the Local Area Network (LAN) settings 8.1 IP Settings This section is only available for Non-Router Mode. IP Settings allows you to configure the IP settings of the ENH500. IP Network Setting Select Radio button for Obtain an IP address automatically or Specify an IP address. IP Address Specify LAN port IP address. IP Suet Mask Specify Subnet Mask. Default Gateway Specify Default Gateway. Primary DNS Specify Primary DNS.
8.2 Spanning Tree Settings Spanning Tree Status Select the Radio button to On or Off to toggle the Spanning Tree function. Bridge Hello Time Specify Bridge Hello Time in seconds. Bridge Max Age Specify Bridge Max Age in seconds. Bridge Forward Delay Specify Bridge Forward Delay in seconds. Priority Specify the Priority number; smaller numbers have greater priority. Accept / Cancel Press Accept to confirm the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
9 Router Settings This section is only available for AP Router Mode and Client Router Mode. 9.1 WAN Settings There are four different types of WAN connections: Static IP, DHCP, PPPoE, and PPTP. Please contact your ISP to determine the connection type. 9.1.1 Static IP Select Static IP in WAN connection if your ISP gives all the of the necessary information about IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, Primary DNS and Secondary DNS.
Internet Connection Type Select Static IP to begin configuration of the Static IP connection. Account Name Specify Account Name that is provided by ISP. Domain Name Specify Domain Name that is provided by ISP. MTU Specify the Maximum Transmit Unit size. EnGenius recommends that it remains in Auto. IP Address Specify WAN port IP address. IP Subnet Mask Specify WAN IP Subnet Mask. Gateway IP Address Specify WAN Gateway IP address. Primary DNS Specify Primary DNS IP.
9.1.2 DHCP (Dynamic IP) Select DHCP as your WAN connection type to obtain the IP address automatically. You will need to enter Account Name as your hostname and DNS addresses (Optional). Internet Connection Type Select DHCP to begin configuration of the DHCP connection. Account Name Specify Account Name which is provided by ISP. Domain Name Specify Domain Name which is provided by ISP. MTU Specify the Maximum Transmit Unit size. EnGenius recommends that it remains in Auto.
Secondary DNS servers manually. Discard Ping on WAN Place a check to Enable or Disable ping from WAN. Accept / Cancel Press Accept to confirm the changes or Cancel to return previous settings. Accept does not apply the changes – you must go to Status -> Save / Load to apply the new settings. Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. If the router's MTU is set too high, downstream packets will be fragmented.
9.1.3 PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) Select PPPoE as your WAN connection type if your ISP provides a Username and Password. If the PPPoE is a DSL service, please remove the PPPoE software from your computer as the software is not necessary with the use of the ENH500. Internet Connection Type Select PPPoE to begin configuration of the PPPoE connection. MTU Specify the Maximum Transmit Unit size. EnGenius recommends that it remains in Auto.
Connect on Demand Select the Radio button to specify the maximum idle time. The Internet will disconnect when it reaches the maximum idle time; however, it will automatically connect when a client tries to access the network. Keep Alive Select the Radio button to keep internet connection always on. Specify the redial period for once the Internet connection is lost. Get Automatically From ISP Select the Radio button for the DNS servers to be obtained automatically from the DHCP server.
9.1.4 PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) Select PPTP as your WAN connection type if your ISP provides information regarding: IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway (Optional), DNS (Optional), Server IP, Username, and Password.
Internet Connection Type Select PPTP to begin configuration of the PPTP connection. MTU Specify the Maximum Transmit Unit size. EnGenius recommends that it remains in Auto. IP Address Specify WAN port IP address. IP Subnet Mask Specify WAN IP Subnet Mask. Gateway IP Address Specify WAN Gateway IP address. PPTP Server Specify PPTP Server IP address. Username Specify the Username that is given by your ISP. Password Specify the Password that is given by your ISP.
9.2 LAN Settings (Router Mode) IP Address Specify LAN port IP address. IP Subnet Mask Specify LAN IP Subnet Mask. WINS Server IP Specify WINS Server IP. Use Router As DHCP Server Place a check to enable the DHCP server. Starting IP Address Specify DHCP server starting IP address. Ending IP Address Specify DHCP server ending IP address. WINS Server IP Specify the WINS Server IP address. Accept / Cancel Press Accept to confirm the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
9.3 VPN Pass Through VPN Pass Through is used to allow certain protocols to be tunneled through an IP network such as PPTP and L2TP, or to implement a secure exchange of packets at the IP Layer such as IPSec. PPTP Pass Through Place a check to enable PPTP protocol passes through WAN. L2TP Pass Through Place a check to enable L2TP protocol passes through WAN. IPSec Pass Through Place a check to enable IPSec protocol passes through WAN.
9.4 Port Forwarding Port Forwarding is used to allow public services such as Web Server, Mail Server, or FTP server to be set up. For example: Set up a Web Server on your computer with port number 8080. A visitor on the Internet can access your Web Server by entering WAN Port IP with port number 8080. If the WAN Port IP address is 192.168.5.1, then visitors must enter http://192.168.5.1:8080. To find out more about common port numbers please consult the Internet.
9.5 DMZ Enabling DMZ will expose the computer which is in the DMZ to the Internet. This feature may be used in scenarios such as Internet Gaming or Video Conferencing. DMZ will forward all the ports to one PC simultaneously. This PC will be vulnerable to any incoming traffic, including unsolicited or malicious traffic, because DMZ opens all of the ports. DMZ Hosting Select Enable or Disable DMZ from drop down list. DMZ Address Specify an IP address of DMZ.
10 Management Settings The Management section is on the navigation drop-down menu. You will see seven options: Administration, Management VLAN, SNMP Settings, Backup / Restore Settings, Firmware Upgrade, Time Settings, and Log. Each option is described below. 10.1 Administration Click on the Administration link under the Management menu. This option allows you to create a user name and password for the device. By default, this device is configured with a username and password of admin.
Port if you specify the Port number is 8080, then you will need to enter the following http://IP address:8080 to access the web interface. Save / Apply / Cancel Press Save / Apply to confirm the changes or Cancel to return previous settings. Pressing Save / Apply will change the settings immediately. It is not reversible unless the settings are changed again or the device is reset. 10.2 Management VLAN Click on the Management VLAN link under the Management menu.
10.3 SNMP Settings Click on the SNMP Settings link under the Management menu. 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 Databases. SNMP Enable/Disable Select the Radio button to Enable or Disable SNMP function.
10.4 Backup/Restore Settings Click on the Backup/Restore Setting link under the Management menu. This option is used to save the current settings of the device in a file on a storage device, or to load settings on to the device from storage device. This feature is very useful for administrators who have several devices that need to be configured with the same settings. Save A Copy of Current Settings Click on Backup to save current configured settings.
10.6 Time Settings Click on the Time Settings link under the Management menu. This page allows you to configure the time on the device. You may do this manually or by connecting to a NTP server. Manually Set Date and Time Manually setup the date and time. Automatically Get Date and Time Specify the Time Zone from the drop down list and Place a check to specify the IP address of the NTP Server manually or use the default NTP Server.
10.7 Log Click on the Log link under the Management menu. This page displays a list of events that are triggered on the Ethernet and Wireless interface. This log can be referred to when an error occurs on the system or when a report needs to be sent to the technical support department for debugging purposes. Syslog Select Enable or Disable Syslog function from the drop down list. Log Server IP Address Specify the Log Server IP address. Local Log Select Enable or Disable Local Log service.
10.8 Diagnostics Click on the Diagnostics link under the Management menu. This function allows you to detect connection quality and trace the routing table to the target. Target IP Specify the IP address you would like to search. Ping Packet Size Specify the packet size of each ping. Number of Pings Specify the number of pings. Start Ping Press Start Ping to begin. Traceroute Target Specify an IP address or Domain name that you want to trace. Start Traceroute Press Start Traceroute to begin.
11 Network Configuration Examples This chapter describes the role of the ENH500 with 4 modes. The Access Point mode’s default configuration is a central unit of the wireless network or as a root device of the wired environment. Repeater Mode and Mesh Network Mode need additional configuration. 11.1 Access Point 192.168.1.11 SSID2 Client 192.168.1.1 SSID1 192.168.1.12 192.168.1.10 ENH500 Ethernet Client Client Access Point Step 1 Login to the web-based configuration interface with default IP 192.168.
11.2 Client Bridge Mode Client Bridge Mode functions like a wireless dongle. It must connect to an Access Point/AP Router to join the network. 192.168.1.10 192.168.1.1 ENH500 Client 192.168.1.2 Access Point / Wireless Router Internet Please refer to the last section to check the Access Point’s configuration. Client Bridge Step 1 Login to the web-based configuration interface with the default IP: 192.168.1.1 Step 2 Select your country or region’s regulation.
11.3 WDS Bridge Mode Use this feature to link multiple APs together in a network. All clients associated with any of the APs can communicate with each other similar to an ad-hoc mode. The following configuration shows four ENH500’s running on WDS Bridge Mode, which are connected to a main ENH500 that is providing Internet access, also running on WDS Bridge Mode. This is a bridged network; therefore, all nodes on the network can be in the same network IP block.
11.4 Client Router Mode In the Client Router Mode, the ENH500 has a DHCP Server that allows multiple devices to share the same Internet connection. Connect to an AP/WISP wirelessly and connect to LANs via wired. Client Router Mode is functionally opposite to the AP Router Mode. 192.168.1.10 PC AP / WISP 192.168.1.1 192.168.1.11 ENH500 PC 192.168.1.12 PC Please refer to the last section to check Access point’s configuration.
Appendix A – Troubleshooting This appendix provides problem-solving information you may find useful in case you need to troubleshoot your ENH500. It also includes information about contacting technical support. A.1 Problem Solving Question Answer How do I reset the ENH500? There are two ways to reset the ENH500, a hardware method and a software method. Both methods return the ENH500 to its factory default configuration.
A.2 Contacting Technical Support If you encounter issues that cannot be resolved using this manual, please contact your vendor where you purchase the device. If you cannot contact your vendor, you may also contact EnGenius Customer Service department in the region where you purchased the device.
Appendix B – Specifications MCU: Atheros AR7240 RF: Atheros AR9280 Memory: 32 MB Flash: 8 MB Standard: 802.11 a/n Physical Interface: - 1x LAN Port with PoE support - 1x LAN Port - 1x Reset button Max. Data rate: 300 Mbps LEDs status: - Power Status - LAN1/LAN2 (10/100Mbps) - WLAN (Wireless is up) - 3 x Link Quality (Client Bridge mode) Security: - WEP Encryption-64/128/152 bit - WPA/WPA2 Personal (WPA-PSK using TKIP or AES) - WPA/WPA2 Enterprise (WPA-EAP using TKIP) - 802.
Appendix C – Glossary Access Point A base station in a WLAN that act as a central transmitter and receiver of WLAN radio signals. Ad Hoc Network A short-term WLAN framework created between two or more WLAN adapters, without going through an Access Point. An ad hoc network lets computers send data directly to and from one another. For an ad hoc network to work, each computer on the network needs a WLAN card installed configured for Ad Hoc mode.
signals. Coverage Area The geographical area that can be served by a mobile communications network or system. Coverage Hole An area within the radio coverage footprint of a wireless system where the RF signal level is below the design threshold. Physical obstructions such as buildings, foliage, hills, tunnels, and indoor parking garages are usually the cause of coverage holes. Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC) A common technique for detecting data transmission errors.
HT mode In the 802.11n system, two new formats, called High Throughput (HT), are defined for the Physical Layer, Mixed Mode, and Green Field. If a system runs 40 HT, two adjacent 20 MHz channels are used. The larger 40 MHz bandwidth can provide better transmit quality and speed. Keys Like passwords, keys open (decrypt) and close (encrypt) messages. While many encryption algorithms are commonly known and public, the key must be kept secret.
Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) Networking protocol that provides centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting management for computers to connect and use a network service. Because of its broad support and ubiquitous nature, the RADIUS protocol is often used by ISPs and enterprises to manage access to the Internet or internal networks, WLANs, and integrated e-mail services. Service Set Identifier (SSID) Name of a WLAN.
service for multimedia applications in WLANs. Wireless Client Supplicants Software that runs on an operating system, instructing the wireless client how to use WPA. WPA -Pre-Shared Key (WPA-PSK) WPA-PSK requires a single (identical) password entered into each Access Point, wireless gateway, and wireless client. A client is granted access to a WLAN if the passwords match. WPA2 A wireless security standard that defines stronger encryption, authentication, and key management than WPA.
Appendix D – Statements of Conformity D.1 – 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.
D.2 – Industry Canada Statement This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
D.3 – Europe Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 – 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France. 0560 [Jméno výrobce] tímto prohlašuje, že tento [typ zařízení] je ve shodě se Česky [Czech] základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
Malti [Maltese] Hawnhekk, [isem tal-manifattur], jiddikjara li dan [il-mudel tal-prodott] jikkonforma Magyar [Hungarian] Alulírott, [gyártó neve] nyilatkozom, hogy a [... típus] megfelel a vonatkozó Polski [Polish] Niniejszym [nazwa producenta] oświadcza, że [nazwa wyrobu] jest zgodny z mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC. alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
