Edge Wireless System Configuration Guide Front Matter Edge Wireless System (EWS-150g) Introducing the EWS-150g Configuration Updating the Firmware November 1st, 2006 210-0028-01 Rev. A Copyright © 2003 – 2006 Strix Systems, Inc. 26610 Agoura Road Calabasas, CA 91302 USA http://www.strixsystems.
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EWS-150g Configuration Guide Copyright Notice Copyright © 2006 Strix Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. This document may not be reproduced or disclosed in whole or in part by any means without the written consent of Strix Systems, Inc. Trademarks and brand names are marks of their respective holders. FCC Notice The enclosed wireless network device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2.
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EWS-150g Configuration Guide Table of Contents Front Matter .................................................................................................................................. i Copyright Notice ...................................................................................................................................iii FCC Notice ...........................................................................................................................................
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EWS-150g Configuration Guide An Introduction to the EWS-150g Overview The EWS-150g Edge Wireless System is a CPE device specifically targeted at metropolitan WISPs who are offering low-cost residential wireless service to their customers. When deploying a metropolitan Wi-Fi solution, in many cases the signal is not sufficiently strong enough to penetrate residential buildings and establish a reliable connection with low-end consumer wireless network interfaces.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide 802.11g Wireless Technology The EWS-150g is an 802.11g radio device with the 802.11g radio acting as a Wireless Client Station. Figure 2 shows the rear of the EWS-150g unit, highlighting the antennas, the Ethernet LAN port, the DC power receptacle and the reset button. Antenna DC power Ethernet port Reset button Figure 2.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Installing the EWS-150g This User’s Guide is intended for use by Service Providers who are pre-configuring the device for their subscribers. The physical installation of the EWS-150g is performed by the subscriber. It is the subscriber’s responsibility to ensure that the unit is connected to their computer or home network properly, using the components provided.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Managing the EWS-150g The EWS-150g is preconfigured for basic functionality by the WISP using the unit’s embedded Web Management Interface (WMI). The unit can also be configured remotely. This User’s Guide describes how to configure and monitor your EWS-150g using its embedded Web Management Interface. Connecting to the Unit Use an Ethernet cable (provided) to connect the EWS-150g to a computer.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide The Home Page With a successful login, the EWS-150g home page is displayed. The home page shows the unit’s current status information. It also provides information about the top wireless neighbors that are within range of the radio, as well as system details (IP address, MAC address, uptime and firmware version).
EWS-150g Configuration Guide About the Country Code The EWS-150g uses the US (United States) as the default country code. You are solely responsible for setting the correct country code to ensure full compliance with your local regulatory laws for wireless communications. Only the US and Canada are presented in the list of available country codes. To set the country code, click on the Configure tab then click on General to display the General Settings window. Figure 5.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Setting Up the User Login Parameters Establishing user login parameters determines both the administrator and guest user privileges. To set up these parameters, click on the Configure tab then click on User Login to display the User Login window. Figure 7. User Login Window 1. In the User Name field, select the type of user (either Admin or Guest) from the pull-down list. 2. In the Password field, enter a password (between 5 and 32 characters). The password is casesensitive.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Setting Up the System Management Options The EWS-150g can be managed from any of the following management options: ◗ Web—from your Web browser using its embedded Web Management Interface (WMI). ◗ LAN—This option allows you to manage the EWS-150g using either Web, Telnet or SNMP with a direct connection from the unit’s LAN port. ◗ SNMP—Allows management via an SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) management console. The EWS-150g supports the 802.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Establishing the TCP/IP Network Settings You have the option of obtaining all IP addresses (unit, default gateway, DNS server and SNTP server) automatically using DHCP, or you can configure static IP addresses manually. The default is to have the DHCP server assign all IP addresses. In addition, there is an option to enable or disable DHCP functionality over the LAN port.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Setting Up the Radio Parameters To set up the 802.11g radio parameters, click on the Configure tab then click on Radio Parameters to display the 802.11g Radio Parameters window. Figure 10. Radio Parameters Window 1. In the Data Rate field, choose the preferred data rate from the pull-down list. The default for this field is Best, which means the EWS-150g will select the best data rate available automatically. 2.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide 7. In the RTS/CTS Threshold field, enter a value between 256 and 2346. This value determines at what frame length the RTS-CTS function is triggered. By default, the threshold is set at its highest value (2346). A lower value means that the RTS-CTS function is triggered for smaller frame lengths. A lower threshold value may be necessary in environments with excessive signal noise, but may result in some performance degradation. 8.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Station Configuration To establish the 802.11g Station Configuration parameters, click on the Configure tab then click on Configuration to display the 802.11g Station Configuration window. Figure 11. Station Configuration Window 1. In the AP Selection Method field, choose either BSSID or SSID as the AP selection priority. If BSSID is selected and the EWS-150g cannot locate the BSSID within the elapsed time specified in the BSSID Timeout field, the unit defaults to the SSID.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide 8. If you want to use a shared Client Connect key (or multiple shared keys), click on the button corresponding to the shared key you want to define (1 through 4) to generate the key entry pop-up window, then choose either 64 bit, 128 bit or 152 bit encryption. After choosing the encryption type, enter the key then click on the Update button. Figure 12. Defining a Shared Key The shared key you entered is displayed as coded black dots in the corresponding Encryption Key field.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Monitoring Your Network The EWS-150g is equipped with a variety of monitoring features and a troubleshooting aid, all of which are available from the Monitor tab in the unit’s Web Management Interface. In addition, there are several quick links on the home page that will direct you to the key monitoring functions.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Troubleshooting This feature is provided as a convenient tool for testing your wireless configuration and associations. To initiate the troubleshooting tool, click on the Monitor tab then click on Troubleshooting to display the Troubleshooting window. Click on the Start Troubleshooting button to begin the process. Figure 14.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Antenna Aimer Available from the home page, this tool is provided to assist users when attempting to find the optimum placement for the EWS-150g. The process is dynamic and interactive, which means that when you reposition the unit or its antennas you are presented with an immediate response indicating the received signal strength. Figure 15.
EWS-150g Configuration Guide Updating the Firmware To update the EWS-150g firmware, you must first establish the FTP file transfer parameters so that the unit knows where to locate the new image file. To do this, click on the Configure tab then click on Firmware Updates to display the Firmware updates window. Figure 16. Firmware Updates Window After entering the FTP location parameters, click on Update to apply your change then click on Reboot to reboot the unit.
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EWS-150g Configuration Guide Index O operational mode of radios 7 overview 1 A Access Point 2 antenna aimer 31 R radio parameters 12, 13, 20, 22 resetting the unit 3 RF exposure iii B bridging the network 1 C configuration options 2 connecting the unit 4 connecting to the unit 4 contact information i copyright notice i, iii country code 6 D DHCP over LAN 10 dual radio 2 E European Community (EC) conformity iii F factory default settings 3 FCC notice iii firmware updates 32 S station configuration 14,
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