Industrial Wireless Access Point/Bridge/Client User Manual IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG 1243290000/00/05.
User Manual IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Copyright Notice Copyright ©2011 Weidmüller Interface GmbH & Co. KG All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is prohibited. Disclaimer Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Weidmüller.
Table of Contents 1. Introduction...................................................................................................................................... 1-1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................1-2 Package Checklist ...............................................................................................................................1-2 Product Features .....................
Disabling Telnet and Browser Access .....................................................................................................6-5 A. References ........................................................................................................................................ A-1 Wireless Distribution System (WDS) .....................................................................................................A-2 Beacon ....................................................................
1 1. Introduction The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG enables wireless users to access network resources wirelessly. The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG is rated to operate at temperatures ranging from 0 to 60°C for standard models and -40 to 75°C for wide temperature models, and is rugged enough for any harsh industrial environment.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Introduction Overview The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG (Access-Point/Bridge/Client) is ideal for applications that are hard to wire, too expensive to wire, or use mobile equipment that connects to a TCP/IP network. The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG can operate at temperatures ranging from 0 to 60°C for standard models and -40 to 75°C for extended temperature models, and is rugged enough for any harsh industrial environment.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Introduction Product Specifications WLAN Interface Standards: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/h for Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11i for Wireless Security IEEE 802.3u for 10/100BaseT(X) IEEE 802.3af for Power-over-Ethernet IEEE 802.1D for Spanning Tree Protocol IEEE 802.1w for Rapid STP IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Spread Spectrum and Modulation (typical): • DSSS with DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK • OFDM with BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM • 802.11b: CCK @ 11/5.5 Mbps, DQPSK @ 2 Mbps, DBPSK @ 11 Mbps • 802.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Introduction Interface Default Antenna: 2 dBi dual-band omni-directional antenna, RP-SMA (male) Connector for External Antennas: RP-SMA (female) LAN Ports: 1, 10/100BaseT(X), auto negotiation speed (RJ45-type) Console for External Antenna: RS-232 (RJ45-type) LED Indicators: PWR1, PWR2, PoE, FAULT, STATE, signal strength, CLIENT MODE, BRIDGE MODE, WLAN, 10M, 100M Alarm Contact: 1 relay output with current carrying capacity of 1 A @ 24 VDC Digital Inputs: 2 electrically isolated inputs •
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Introduction Functional Design LED Indicators The LEDs on the front panel of the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG provide a quick and easy means of determining the current operational status and wireless settings. The FAULT LED indicates system failures and user-configured events. If the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG cannot retrieve the IP address from a DHCP server, the FAULT LED will blink at one second intervals. The SIGNAL LEDs indicate signal strength, and only operate in Client mode.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Introduction Beeper The beeper emits two short beeps when the system is ready. Reset Button The RESET button is located on the top panel of the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG. You can reboot the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG or reset it to factory default settings by pressing the RESET button with a pointed object such as an unfolded paper clip. • System reboot: Hold the RESET button down for under 5 seconds and then release.
2 2. Getting Started This chapter explains how to install Weidmüller’s IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG for the first time, and quickly set up your wireless network and test whether the connection is running well. The function guide provides a convenient means of determining which functions you need to use.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Getting Started First-time Installation and Configuration Before installing the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG, make sure that all items in the Package Checklist are in the box. You will need access to a notebook computer or PC equipped with an Ethernet port. The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG has a default IP address that must be used when connecting to the device for the first time. • Step 1: Select the power source. The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG can be powered by a DC power input or PoE (Power over Ethernet).
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Getting Started NOTE After you click Submit to apply changes the web page will refresh (Updated) will appear on the page and a blinking reminder will be shown on the upper-right corner of the web page: To activate the changes click Restart and then Save and Restart after you change the settings. About 30 seconds are needed for the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG to complete the reboot procedure. • Step 5: Select the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG operation mode.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Getting Started How to Test Two or More IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Units If you have two or more IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG units, you will need a second notebook computer (Notebook B) equipped with an Ethernet port. Use the default settings for the first IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG connected to notebook A and change the second or third IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG connected to notebook B to Client mode, and then configure the notebooks and IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG units properly.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Getting Started Function Map Quick overview of the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s status Basic settings for administering the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Essential settings related to establishing a wireless network Advanced features to support additional network management and secure wired and wireless communication Note: These advanced functions are all optional.
3 3. Web Console Configuration In this chapter, we explain all aspects of web-based console configuration. Weidmüller’s easy-to-use management functions help you set up your IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG and make it easy to establish and maintain your wireless network.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Web Browser Configuration Weidmüller IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s web browser interface provides a convenient way to modify its configuration and access the built-in monitoring and network administration functions. The recommended web browser is Microsoft® Internet Explorer 7.0 or 8.0 with JVM (Java Virtual Machine) installed.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration 4. Use the menu tree on the left side of the window to open the function pages to access each of the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s functions. In the following paragraphs, we describe each IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG management function in detail. A quick overview is available in this manual in the “Function Map” section of Chapter 2. NOTE The model name of the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG is shown as IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG-XX, where XX indicates the country code.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Click on SSID for more detailed 802.11 information, as shown in the following figure. NOTE The 802.11 info that is displayed may be different for different operation modes. For example, “Current BSSID” is not available in Client mode, and “Signal strength” is not available in AP mode. Basic Settings The Basic Settings group includes the most commonly used settings required by administrators to maintain and control the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Device description Setting Description Factory Default Max. of 31 characters Use this space to record amore detailed description of the None IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Device contact information Setting Description Max. of 31 characters Provides information about whom to contact in order to resolve None Factory Default problems. Use this space to record contact information of the person responsible for maintaining this IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Primary/Secondary entering the DNS Server’s IP address, you can input the DNS server IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s URL (e.g., http://ap1.weidmueller.com) in your browser’s address field instead of entering the IP address. The Secondary DNS server will be used if the Primary DNS server fails to connect. Time Settings The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG has a time calibration function based on information from an NTP server or user specified Date and Time information.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Daylight saving time Setting Description Factory Default Enable/ Disable Daylight saving time (also know as DST or summer time) Disable involves advancing clocks (usually 1 hour) during the summer time to provide an extra hour of daylight in the afternoon. When Daylight saving time is enabled, the following parameters will be shown: • Starts at: The date that daylight saving time begins. • Stops at: The date that daylight saving time ends.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG NOTE Web Console Configuration Although it is more convenient to use dynamic bridging, there is a limitation—the AP Client can only transmit IP-based packets between its wireless interface (WLAN) and Ethernet interface (LAN); other types of traffic (such as IPX and AppleTalk) are not forwarded. Operation Mode The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG supports four main operation modes—Client, AP, Master, and Slave—each of which plays a distinct role on the wireless network.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Click on Edit to assign different configuration settings to each SSID. The configuration panel appears as follows: NOTE When you switch to Client mode, a Site Survey button will be available on the Basic Wireless Settings panel. Click the “Site Survey” button to view information about available APs, as shown in the following figure. You can click on the SSID of an entity and bring the value of its SSID onto the SSID field of the Basic Wireless Settings page.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration NOTE If the Gateway field in Basic Settings Æ Network Settings is empty, a warning message will appear, reminding you to set the default gateway when Client mode is enabled. You can ignore this message if you are only planning a local network and packets will not be sent outside the network. RF type Setting Description Factory Default A Supports IEEE802.11a standard only B/G Mixed B Supports IEEE802.11b standard only G Supports IEEE802.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration NOTE When WDS is enabled, you can use a pure point-to-point WDS link by disabling AP functionality. The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG provides 8 entities for WDS settings and can support up to 8 WDS links to other APs or wireless bridges. The list appears when WDS Enable is checked. Enter the MAC address to set up a WDS link. Remember to activate a WDS link by checking the Active check box.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Open For security reasons, you should NOT set security mode to Open System, since authentication and data encryption are NOT performed in Open System mode. WEP According to the IEEE802.11 standard, WEP can be used for authentication and data encryption to maintain confidentiality. Shared (or Shared Key) authentication type is used if WEP authentication and data encryption are both needed.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration WEP key 1-4 Setting Description ASCII type: A string that can be used as a WEP seed for the RC4 encryption None Factory Default 64 bits: 5 chars engine. 128 bits: 13chars HEX type: 64 bits: 10 hex chars 128 bits: 26 hex chars WPA/WPA2-Personal WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and WPA2 represent significant improvements over the WEP encryption method. WPA is a security standard based on 802.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Key renewal (for AP/Master mode only) Setting Description Factory Default 60 to 86400 seconds Specifies the time period of group key renewal 3600 (seconds) (1 minute to 1 day) NOTE The key renewal value dictates how often the wireless AP encryption keys should be changed. The security level is generally higher if you set the key renewal value to a shorter number, which forces the encryption keys to be changed more frequently.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Primary/Secondary RADIUS server IP Setting Description Factory Default The IP address of Specifies the delegated RADIUS server for EAP None RADIUS server Primary/Secondary RADIUS port Setting Description Factory Default Port number Specifies the port number of the delegated RADIUS server 1812 Primary/ Secondary RADIUS shared key Setting Description Factory Default Max.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration EAP-TLS TLS is the standards-based successor to Secure Socket Layer (SSL). It can establish a trusted communication channel over a distrusted network. TLS provides mutual authentication through certificate exchange. EAP-TLS is also secure to use. You are required to submit a digital certificate to the authentication server for validation, but the authentication server must also supply a certificate.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration administrator before you enable identity hiding in TTLS and PEAP. TTL Inner Authentication Setting Description Factory Default PAP Password Authentication Protocol is used MS-CHAP-V2 CHAP Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol is used MS-CHAP Microsoft CHAP is used MS-CHAP-V2 Microsoft CHAP version 2 is used Anonymous Setting Description Factory Default Max.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Inner EAP protocol Setting Description Factory Default MS-CHAP-V2 Microsoft CHAP version 2 is used MS-CHAP-V2 Setting Description Factory Default Max.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Transmission Rate Setting Auto Description Factory Default The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG senses and adjusts the data rate Auto automatically Available rates Users can manually select a target transmission data rate Transmission Power Setting Auto Description Factory Default Specifies wireless signal coverage by automatically selecting Full the strength of Tx power Full NOTE Equivalent to full Tx power High -5 dB of maximum full Tx power Medium -10 dB
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Beacon Interval (for AP/Master mode only) Setting Description Factory Default Beacon Interval Indicates the frequency interval of the beacon 100 (ms) (40 to 1000 ms) DTIM Interval (for AP/Master mode only) Setting Description Factory Default Data Beacon Rate Indicates how often the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG sends out a 1 (1 to 15) Delivery Traffic Indication Message Fragmentation threshold Setting Description Factory Default Fragment Length Specifies
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG NOTE Web Console Configuration Make sure the same Transmission distance parameters are set in both AP and Client sides, and both Bridges. When this parameter is greater than 500, an optimal algorithm will be enabled to support long-distance transmission. Note that Transmission enhancement only supports 802.11b/g mode; 802.11a mode is not supported. Transmission enhancement is also recommended to enable communication at both ends when long-distance transmission is required.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration channels may need to be modified when the RF type is changed. (For example, channel 36 is not available in B, G, or B/G Mix mode.) WLAN Certification Settings (for EAP-TLS in Client mode only) When EAP-TLS is used, a WLAN Certificate will be required at the client end to support WPA/WPA2-Enterprise.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Advanced Settings Several advanced functions are available to increase the functionality of your IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG and wireless network system. A VLAN is a collection of clients and hosts grouped together as if they were connected to the broadcast domains in a layer 2 network. The DHCP server helps you deploy wireless clients efficiently. Packet filters provide security mechanisms, such as firewalls, in different network layers.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration could send and receive e-mail and access the Internet, but would be prevented from accessing servers or hosts on the local corporate network. Configuring Virtual LAN VLAN Settings To configure the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s VLAN, use the VLAN Setting page to configure the ports. Management VLAN ID Setting Description Factory Default VLAN ID Set the management VLAN of this IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration to those with legitimate access to the AP. DHCP Server (for AP mode only) DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a networking protocol that allows administrators to assign temporary IP addresses to network computers by “leasing” an IP address to a user for a limited amount of time, instead of assigning permanent IP addresses.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration IP address of a default The IP address of the router that connects to an outside gateway network None Subnet mask Setting Description Factory Default subnet mask Identifies the type of sub-network (e.g., 255.255.0.0 for a None Class B network, or 255.255.255.0 for a Class C network) Primary/ Secondary DNS server Setting Description IP address of Primary/ The IP address of the DNS Server used by your network.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Policy Setting Description Factory Default Accept Only the packets fitting the entities on list can be allowed. Drop Drop Any packet fitting the entities on list will be denied.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration both. The end port can be left empty if only a single port is specified. Of course, the end port cannot be larger then the start port. The Application name is a text string that describes the corresponding entity with up to 31 characters. Remember to check the Active check box for each entity to activate the setting.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration RSTP status This field will appear only when selected to operate STP/RSTP. It indicates whether this IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG is the Root of the Spanning Tree (the root is determined automatically) or not. Bridge priority Setting Description Factory Default Numerical value You can increase the bridge priority by selecting a lower 32768 selected number.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Port cost Setting Description Enable/ Disable Input a higher cost to indicate that this port is less suitable as a 2000000 Factory Default node for the Spanning Tree topology Edge port NOTE Setting Description Factory Default Checked/ unchecked Sets a port, which no BPDU expectedly goes through, as an unchecked, except edge port AP port We recommend you set an edge port for the port, which is connected to a non-STP/RSTP sub-network or an end devi
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration requirements for authentication and encryption. The following parameters can be configured on the SNMP Agent page. A more detailed explanation of each parameter is given below the following figure.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG MD5 Web Console Configuration Provide authentication based on the HMAC-MD5 algorithms. 8-character passwords are the minimum requirement for authentication. SHA Provides authentication based on HMAC-SHA algorithms. 8-character passwords are the minimum requirement for authentication.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration System Log System Log Event Types Detail information for grouped events is shown in the following table. You can check the box for Enable log to enable the grouped events. All default values are enabled (checked). The log for system events can be seen in Status Æ System Log.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Syslog Event Types Detail information for the grouped events is shown in the following table. You can check the box for Enable log to enable the grouped events. All default values are enabled (checked). Details for each event group can be found on the “System log Event Types” table on page 3-31. Syslog Server Settings You can configure the parameters for your Syslog servers in this page.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration E-mail Server Settings You can set up to 4 e-mail addresses to receive alarm emails from the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG. The following parameters can be configured on the E-mail Server Settings page. In addition, a Send Test Mail button can be used to test whether the Mail server and e-mail addresses work well. More detailed explanations about these parameters are given after the following figure.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration From e-mail address Setting Description Max. 63 characters Enter the administrator’s e-mail address which will be shown in None Factory Default the “From” field of a warning e-mail. To E-mail address 1/ 2/ 3/ 4 Setting Description Factory Default Max. 63 characters Enter the receivers’ e-mail addresses. None Relay The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG has one relay output, which consists of 2 terminal block contacts on the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s top panel.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Trap Event Types SNMP Trap Receiver Settings SNMP traps are defined in SMIv1 MIBs (SNMPv1) and SMIv2 MIBs (SNMPv2c). The two styles are basically equivalent, and it is possible to convert between the two. You can set the parameters for SNMP trap receivers through the web page.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration 1st / 2nd Trap community Setting Description Factory Default Max. of 31 characters Use a community string match with a maximum of 31 alert characters for authentication. Status Associated Client List (for AP mode only) Associated Client List shows all the clients that are currently associated to a particular IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG. You can click Select all to select all the content in the list for further editing. You can click Refresh to refresh the list.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration You can press Select all button to select all content in the list for further editing. System Log Triggered events are recorded in System Log. You can export the log contents to an available viewer by clicking Export Log. You can use the Clear Log button to clear the log contents and the Refresh button to refresh the log.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Relay Status The status of user-configurable events can be found under Relay Status. The status will refresh every 5 seconds if the Auto refresh box is checked. If an event is triggered, it will be noted on this list. System administrators can click Acknowledge Event when he has acknowledged the event and addressed it. DI and Power Status The status of power inputs and digital inputs is shown on this web page.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Wireless Status The status for 802.11 info parameters, such as Operation mode and Channel, are shown on the Wireless Status page. The status will refresh every 5 seconds if the Auto refresh box is checked. Certain values for 802.11 info may not show up due to different operation modes. As a result, Current BSSID and Signal strength are not available in AP mode.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Ping Ping helps to diagnose the integrity of wired or wireless networks. By inputting a node’s IP address in the Destination field, you can use the ping command to make sure it exists and whether or not the access path is available. If the node and access path are available, you will see that all packets were successfully transmitted with no loss. Otherwise, some, or even all, packets may get lost, as shown in the following figure.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Config Import Export You can back up or restore the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s configuration with Config Import Export. In the Config Import section, click Browse to specify the configuration file and click Config Import button to begin importing the configuration. In the Config Export section, click the Config Export button and save the configuration file onto your local storage media.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration Password You can change the administration password for each of the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s console managers by using the Password function. Before you set up a new password, you must input the current password and reenter the new password for confirmation. For your security, do not use the default password Detmold, and remember to change the administration password regularly. Misc.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration settings stored in flash memory, all new changes must be saved to flash memory before restarting the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG. This also means the new changes will not work unless you run either the Save Configuration function or the Restart function. After you click on Save Configuration in the left menu box, the following screen will appear. Click Save if you wish to update the configuration settings in the flash memory at this time.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Web Console Configuration You will not be able to run any of the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s functions while the system is rebooting. Logout Logout helps users disconnect the current HTTP or HTTPS session and go to the Login page. For security reasons, we recommend you logout before quitting the console manager.
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IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Software Installation and Configuration WLAN Administration Tool NOTE You may download the WLAN Administration Tool from the Weidmüller website using the following path: 1. Open www.weidmueller.com/Downloads 2. Select page “Software” 3. Select page “Industrial Ethernet” 4. Select category “Industrial Wireless (Firmware and Software for IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG)” 5.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Software Installation and Configuration 3. Click Next to create the program’s shortcut files to the default directory, or click Browse to select an alternate location. 4. Click Next to select additional tasks.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Software Installation and Configuration 5. Click Next to proceed with the installation. The installer then displays a summary of the installation options. 6. Click Install to begin the installation. The setup window will report the progress of the installation. To change the installation settings, click Back and navigate to the previous screen. 7. Click Finish to complete the installation of WLAN Administration Tool.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Software Installation and Configuration 2. When the Login page appears, select the “Search Device only” option to search for IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABGs and to view each IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s configuration. Select the “Device management” option to assign IPs, upgrade firmware, and locate devices. 3. The WLAN Administration Tool will start automatically. Then click the Search icon. 4. The “Searching” window indicates the progress of the search.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Software Installation and Configuration 6. Make sure your IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG is unlocked before using the Administration Tool’s icons setting. The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG will unlock automatically if the password is set to the default. Otherwise you must enter the new password manually. 7. Go to Tools Æ Device Login Options to manage and unlock additional IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABGs. 8.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Software Installation and Configuration To modify the configuration of the highlighted IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG, click on the Web icon to open the web console. This will take you to the web console, where you can make all configuration changes. Refer to Chapter 3, “Using the Web Console,” for information on how to use the web console. Click on Telnet if you would like to use telnet to configure your IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABGs. Click Assign IP to change the IP setting.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Software Installation and Configuration Connection • Connection timeout (secs): Use this option to set the waiting time for the Default Login, Locate, Assign IP, Upload Firmware, and Unlock to complete. • Upgrade timeout (secs): Use this option to set the waiting time for the connection to disconnect while the firmware is upgrading. Use this option to set the waiting time for the Firmware to write to flash. Misc.
5 5. Other Console Considerations This chapter explains how to access the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG for the first time. In addition to HTTP access, there are four ways to access IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG: serial console, Telnet console, SSH console, and HTTPS console. The serial console connection method, which requires using a short serial cable to connect the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG to a PC’s COM port, can be used if you do not know the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s IP address.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Other Console Considerations RS-232 Console Configuration (115200, None, 8, 1, VT100) The serial console connection method, which requires using a short serial cable to connect the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG to a PC’s COM port, can be used if you do not know the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s IP address.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Other Console Considerations 3. Select following Communication Parameter for the console connection: 115200 for Baud Rate, 8 for Data Bits, None for Parity, and 1 for Stop Bits and None for Flow control. Click on OK to continue. 4. The Console login screen will appear. Enter the default login “admin” and then enter the default Console Password “Detmold” (this is the same as the Web Browser password) and then press Enter. 5. The IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG´s Main Menu will be displayed 6.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Other Console Considerations Configuration by Telnet and SSH Consoles You may use Telnet or SSH client to access the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG and manage the console over a network. To access the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s functions over the network from a PC host that is connected to the same LAN as the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG, you need to make sure that the PC host and the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG are on the same logical subnet. To do this, check your PC host’s IP address and subnet mask.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Other Console Considerations 2. Warning messages will pop out to warn users that the security certificate was issued by a company they have not chosen to trust. 3. Select Yes to accept the certificate and then enter the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s web browser interface secured via HTTPS/SSL. (You can see the protocol in URL is https.) Then you can use the menu tree on the left side of the window to open the function pages to access each of IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG’s functions.
A A. References This chapter provides more detailed information about wireless-related technologies. The information in this chapter can help you administer your IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABGs and plan your industrial wireless network better.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG References Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Traditionally, APs are connected via Ethernet LAN ports. By using a Wireless Distribution System (WDS), APs can communicate with one another wirelessly. For example, AP 2 acts as an access point for the notebook computers or other IEEE802.11-enabled clients, and forwards packets sent from the notebook computers to AP 1 through WDS. Then, AP 1 forwards the packets to the Ethernet LAN.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG References ATTENTION Be sure to eliminate loops from networks that consist of wireless bridges, Ethernet switches, Ethernet links, and WDS links. If any loops exist, packets will circle around the loops and network performance will be seriously degraded. The following figure shows a network topology containing a loop. Beacon A beacon is a packet broadcast by the AP to keep the network synchronized.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG References STP and RSTP The STP/RSTP Concept Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) was designed to help reduce link failures in a network, and provide protection from loops. Networks that have a complicated architecture are prone to broadcast storms caused by unintended loops in the network. The STP protocol is part of the IEEE802.1D standard, 1998 Edition bridge specification. Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) implements the Spanning Tree Algorithm and Protocol defined by IEEE802.
B B. Supporting Information This chapter presents additional information about this manual and product. You can also learn how to contact Weidmüller for technical support.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Supporting Information About This User’s Manual This manual is mainly designed for, but not limited to, the following hardware and firmware for the IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG: • Hardware Rev: 1.2 • Firmware Ver: 1.7 You are strongly recommended to visit Weidmüller’s website (http:// www.Weidmueller.com/Downloads) and find the latest product datasheet, firmware, HIG (Hardware Installation Guide), User’s Manual and related information.
IE-WL-AP-BR-CL-ABG Supporting Information This 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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC 15.407(e): Within the 5.15-5.25 GHz band, U-NII devices will be restricted to indoor operations to reduce any potential for harmful interference to co-channel MSS operations.
