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The device contains two radio modules inside. Although the model of the radio modules themselves has obtained
the FCC modular approval, independently the whole system (with the antennas and power supplier installed) has
been tested and evaluated again by a certified laboratory for the verification of FCC, CE and NCC compliances.
This device requires professional installation. Installers please refer to the caution statements unde r each
regulatory section to make sure the final installation meet the regulation within you territory. If you are in the North
America, please read the caution statements in FCC section. If you are in the Europe countries, please read the
caution statements under CE. And if you are in Taiwan, please read the Chinese statement s under NCC. In addition,
it is important for all to read the following Safety Information first.
Safety Information
All models of OWL800, OWL2000, and HSG800 have been evaluated to, and conforms to the product safety specifications of
EN:60950:2001+A11:2004.
Caution:
T his product was qualified under test conditions that included the use of the power supplying equipment. To ensure
regulatory and safety compliance, use only the provided power supplying equipment and install them properly.
To prevent electrical shock, this device may require a grounding conductor in the line cord. Connect the unit to a grounding
type ac wall outlet using the power supplying equipment supplied with the unit.
T o avoid the risk of electric shock an d for a safety outdoor installation, you may need other items, such as surge arrestors.
T o avoid the risk of electric shock from lighteni ng, do not install or use this product during an electrical storm.
Operate and in stall this product as described in this manual. This device must be installed and used in strict accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not open th e device casing. Do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the installation and
troubleshooting instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
OWL800, HSG800 and OWL2000 use the same circuitry and housing except the billing and bandwidth management. The
devices
subpart C under one granted FCC-ID: VZ9090001.
operate in the 2.4 GHz and 5.725 - 5.85 bands. They are evaluated and certified according to FCC Rules Part 15
FCC Compliance 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 Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled enviro nment.
For complying with the
operating
configurations must be satisfied:
FCC radio frequency exposure requirements, the following antenna install ation and device
The device must be professionally installed on a fixed or permanent structure with a separation distance of at
least 20cm from all persons.
This device and its antennas must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment.
FCC Class B 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 and uses radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna or cable input device.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the eq uipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) for
European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein
Models: OWL800, HSG800 and OWL2000
All three models have been tested and passed the requirements of the following standards, and hence fulfills the EMC and safety
requirements of R&TTE Directive within the CE marking requirement.
• Radio: EN 300.328
• Radio: EN 50392
• EMC: EN 301.489-1
• EMC: EN 55022
:2006
:2004
, EN 301.489-17
:2005
Class B, EN 55024
:2006
:2002
:1998
,
+ A1
:2001
+ A2:
including the followings:
2003
EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3.
EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4,
EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-11
• Safety: EN 60950-1
:2001
+ A11
:2004
,
Caution:
This declaration is only valid for configurations (combinations of software, firmware, and hardware) provided and supported
by 4ipnet Inc. The use of software or firmware not provided and supported by 4ipnet Inc. may result in the equipment no
longer being compliant with the regulatory requirements.
European standards dictate maximum radiat ed transmit power of 100mW EIRP and frequency range 2.400-2.4835 GHz.
This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies
and/or may require a license for operation. Contact your local regulatory authority for compliance.
Regulatory Information....................................................................................................................................... ii
FCC Regulatory Information (for US)...................................................................................................................... iii
CE Regulatory Information (for Europe)...................................................................................................................iv
NCC Regulatory Information (for Taiwan).................................................................................................................v
1.Before You Start............................................................................................................................3
3.1.2Panel Function Descriptions .........................................................................................................................5
4.6.2WDS List ....................................................................................................................................................85
This manual is intended for using by system integrators, professional field engineers and network administrators to
help them set up OWL800 for their network deployment. It contains step by step pro ced ures and pictures to guide
users with basic network system knowledge to complete the installation.
The IEEE 802.11 b/g Outdoor AP/Bridge (Support IEEE802.11a Client Backhaul) is a rugged multi-mode
dual-radio outdoor access point, specifically designed for building municipal or campus wide wireless networks in
harsh outdoor environments. The entry model OWL800 is deployed as a traditional multi-wireless Access Point (AP)
or a backhaul. The second model HSG800, can be used as an Outdoor Wireless Gateway with built-in Hotspot
Access Control and Billing features. The OWL2000 is purely used for building point-to-point bridges. Some of the
optional features (such as billing) are on or off depending on the model. Please refer to the optional feature list s
provided separately. In this manual, all the optional featured are covered. In the following manual, we will refer the
device as “OWL800” or “the system” for the convenience.
Model Description
OWL800 This is the base model. Its firmware can be upgraded to be HSG800 or OWL2000
when optional software feature is purchase. The base firmware support AP/Bridge
and Gateway operation mode.
HSG800 This model consists of all the features of OWL800, plus the Hotspot billing &
payment function.
OWL2000 This model turn an OWL800 first radio card from an AP into another
backhaul/bridge radio card. Traffic over multiple air links will be aggregated to
achieve better throughput and reliability.
1.2 Document Convention
The following information provides the details of conventions used in this manual. In the following manual, we will
refer the device as “OWL800” or “the system” for the convenience.
For cautionary statements or warning requiring special attention by readers, a text box with italic font will be used:
Warning: For security purposes, you should immediately change the administrator’s password.
When any of the button and symbol shown below is selected, the following action will be executed accordingly:
Apply all configurations.
Clear all configurations and not to activate them.
Clear settings entered by clicking this button.
* The red asterisk indicates information in this field is compulsory.
Note: Screen captures and pictures used in this manual may be displaye d in part or in whole or similar products,
and may vary or differ slightly from the actual product, depending on versio ning and menu accessed.
The IEEE 802.11 b/g Outdoor AP/Bridge (Support IEEE802.11a Client Backhaul) series (referred as OWL800 or
the system in this manual) is a rugged multi-mode dual-radio outdoor access point, specifically desi gned for building
municipal or campus wide wireless networks in ha rsh outdoor environments. There are two System Modes that can
be used for dual purposes. First, it can be deployed as a traditional multi-wireless Access Point (AP) or a Relay.
Secondly, it can be used as an Outdoor Wireless Gateway with Bui lt-in Hotspot Access Control and Billing features
(* an optional feature).
The metal sealed OWL800 is weatherproof. Coming with a mounting kit, it can be moun ded on a pole or on wall.
This Quick Installation Guide provides instructions and reference material for getting st arted with OWL800 (as well
as the other two models).
OWL800’s rust-free die-cast Aluminum housing is IP68 compliant and high wind load resilient. All the components
are designed to operate in a wide range of temperature. The on-board surge protection provides the device up to
15KV surge immunity. The OWL800 delivers an excellent outdoor WLAN solution.
2.2 System Concept
The System contains two radio modules. Two 100mW modules are WNC’s CM9, which are tested to be modular
FCC and CE compliant. The first card is mainly used for serving clients at “b/g” mode. The second Radio module is
used for building point-to-point or the back haul connection in “a” mode.
OWL800 is a cost-effective choice as well as a flexible solution for constructing serviceable wireless network.
Designed by the leading hotspot appliance provide r, 4ipnet OWL800 behaves more than a wireless router when it is
in Gateway mode. Not only it supports NAT, DHCP and firewall, it also has AAA features of a hotspot gateway,
including UAM web login portal and billing plans. Standalone it has local user database for authentication, while at
the same time it can play the role of RADIUS-NAS, authenticating users against ISP’s RADIUS server in the data
center.
y OWL800 x 1
y Quick Installation Guide (with User’s Manual and QIG) x 1
y CD-ROM x 1
y RJ45-RS232 Console Cable x 1
y PSE x 1
y Power cord x 1
y Mounting Kit x 1
y Waterproof Connector Pack x 2
y Rubber antenna x 4
Note: It is recommended to keep the original packing materials in case of product service req uirements. Any
returned product should be packed according to its original package conte nt, together with its relevant packing
materials used for protecting the equipment from damage during delivery.
o In AP/Relay mode, PoE1 and PoE2 work as LAN ports.
o In Gateway mode, PoE1 works as a WAN port and PoE2 works as a LAN port.
OWL800 / OWL2000 / HSG800ENGLISH
Console:
o Attach the RJ45-RS232 console cable here.
Upper Panel
This picture represents ANT 1 ~ ANT 4 connectors from right to left when OWL800 chassis (with Mylar) is faced up.
Each of the two radio module (CM9) inside has two antenna connectors for antenna diversity. The required antenna is antenna ANT1 and antenna ANT2. ANT1 is connected to the “Main” contact point of the first radio
module. ANT2 is connected to the “Main” contact of the second module.
The other two antennas are optional for antenna diversity. The antenna ANT3 is connected to the “Aux” contact point
of the first radio module, while ANT4 is conne cted to the “Aux” contact point of the second radio module. For further
details on antenna, please refer to the section 4.6.3..
Please follow the steps mentioned below to complete the hardware of OWL800 for configuration.
1. Connect antennas to the required ANT1 and ANT3, which lead to the “Main” contacts of the two radio cards.
2. (Optional) Connect antennas to the required ANT3 and ANT4, which lead to the “Aux” contacts of the two radio
cards.
3. Connect the PSE (POWER & DATA OUT) to the PoE 2 connector on the lower p anel.
4. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the PSE (DATA IN) and the other end to a computer.
5. Connect the power cord to the PSE.
6. Power on the PSE in order to supply power to OWL800.
7. Note You must be professional to use a different replacement antenna, and you must following the
code/regulation of your region/country for the installation.
Now, the Hardware Installation has been completed and ready for configuration. It is easier to following the Quick
Installation Guild for the first time to configure the necessary network parameters, such as the IP address.
Note: It is recommended to keep the original packing materials in case of product service req uirements. Any
returned product should be packed according to its original package conte nt, together with its relevant packing
materials used for protecting the equipment from damage during delivery.
OWL800 provides the web management interface for configuration. OWL800 is a multi-mode system which can be
configured as either an access point (AP/Relay Mode with RF1 in AP ), a relay (AP/Relay Mode with RF1 in WDS),
or a gateway that clients can associate on it based on your needs. It is required to follow the respective installation
procedures provided to properly set up the desired mode of this system.
After completing hardware installation, the administrator can configure the OWL800 via web browsers.
The default IP address and Subnet Mask of dif f erent modes are as follows:
Mode AP/Relay Gateway
IP Address
Subnet Mask
Default Gateway
Enter “admin” as the default Username and “admin” as the default Password and click Login to continue.
192.168.2.1 192.168.1.1
255.255.255.0 255.255.255.0
192.168.2.254 192.168.1.254
Note: If you are unable to get to the login screen, please check the IP address used. The IP address should be in
the same subnet of the default gateway. For using static IP in TCP/IP setting, set a static IP address such as
192.168.1.x for your network interface and then open a new browser again.
To be granted the network access via OWL800, clients have to be authenticated by the system first via entering the
correct usernames and passwords in the User Login Portal Page as shown below. The local account generated
previously in the Setup Wizard section is used as the example to illustrate this procedure.
Step 1:
Connect a client’s PC to OWL800 via any one of the LAN Ports. The IP address will be assigned to the PC
automatically via DHCP.
Step 2:
Verify New Local Account:
To verify whether the configuration with DHCP via the Setup Wizard is done properly, firstly, connect a client’s PC
from the system to LAN1 Port. The device will get an IP address automatically via DHCP.
Next, open a web browser and access any URL, and then the default User Login Page will appear.
Enter the username and password of the local user account generated by Setup Wizard previously (e.g.
“test@local” as the Username and “test” as the Password), then click Login.
Note:
1. OWL800 supports both local built-in user database and external authenti catio n database, such as RADIUS and
LDAP. Thus, by entering the full username, the system will automatically identify which authentication server is used.
Exception: The postfix can be omitted only when the default authentication option is used; “local” is the default
authentication option of the system. You may therefore enter either ‘test’, or ‘test@local in the username field for
the previous example.
2. The format of a valid Username is: UserId@postfix, where UserId is the User ID, and postfix is a name for the
chosen authentication option.
The Login Success Page will appear after a client is authenticated by the system and logs in successfully. In the
meantime, successful login means OWL800 has been installed and configured properly.
After completing hardware installation, the administrator can configure the OWL800 via web browsers.
If the IP address of the administrator’s PC is within the same subnet as OWL800’ s, the n assigning a st ati c IP address
within the same subnet as OWL800’s to the administrator’s PC is needed in order to get Administrator Login Page.
The following IP address is listed as an example:
IP Address: 192.168.2.10
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway: 192.168.2.254
Once OWL800 has been connected, the Administrator Login Page will appear. Enter “admin” for both the default
user name and password in the Username and Password fields, and then click the OK button to log in.
Username: admin
Password: admin
After successfully logging into OWL800, the System Overview page of the web management interface will appear.
To logout, simply click the Logout icon on the upper right corner of the web management interface to return to the
Administrator Login Page.
Note: By default, the system is in AP/Relay mode. Therefore, the administrator must login to the system in AP/Relay
mode at the first time and then be able to switch the system to the desired mode afterwards.
If the IP address of the administrator’s PC is not assigned via DHCP within the same subnet as OWL800’s, then a
static IP address assigned to the administrator’s computer within the same subnet as OWL800’s is needed. The
following IP address is listed as an example:
IP Address: 192.168.1.10
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway: 192.168.1.254
Once OWL800 has been connected, the Administrator Login Page will appear. Enter “admin” for both the default
user name and password in the User name and Password fields, and then click the OK button to log in.
User name: admin
Password: admin
After successfully logging into OWL800, the System Overview page of the web management interface will appear.
1) Change Syst em Mode by clicking on the System menu item.
2) Select Mode from submen u item.
3) Select desired System mo de - either AP/Relay or Gateway mode, and then click on Apply to confirm the
change.
AP Mode
When OWL800 is set in AP/Relay mode, it is a layer2 IP device like a normal AP. No IP sharing (NAT) and routing
feature are support.
When OWL is set in Gateway mode, it is a layer3 IP device. Like an AP router, OWL800 in the gateway mode
support IP sharing (NAT). Its POE1 port is treated as the uplink.
Gateway Mode
Change Password:
1) Change administrator's password by clicking on the Utilities menu item.
2) Select Change Password from submenu item.
3) Enter new password. Supply new password with up to 32 characters, and then click on Apply to confirm the
After finishing the settings, the enabled virtual AP should appear in the virtual AP list showing enabl ed state.
Gateway & AP Mode
Configure General WDS Settings
1) Click on the WDS menu item. Select General submenu.
2) WDS is used as bri dge/backhaul. By default, ‘a’ mode is used for WDS. You must select a channel to
Select preferred Channel for the wireless connection. For example, select channel code 149.
Note: Depending on your country, the list of allowed channels is different. For example, the OWL800 shipped to US
market allow one to select the 5 channels for the WDS within the range of 5.725-5.850 only.
3) Setting WDS link parameters By default, WDS profiles are disabled. First, choose the WDS Profile; enable WDS; supply peer’s MAC
address and security type.
Gateway & AP Mode
Note: WDS profiles are able to be configured even when the respective Radio module is disabled which can be done in
General submenu item of WDS menu.
Now, the system has been installed and configured successfully.
Note: It is strongly recommended to make a copy of configuration backup. (Local user database shall b e saved
separately.)
This chapter illustrates the detailed configurable settings of OWL800. The following table is the UI and functions
supported by OWL800. In the web management interface, there are three main interface areas: Main Menu,
Submenu and Working Area. The management functions are grouped into six branches: System (Gateway/AP),
AP (Gateway/AP), WDS (Gateway/AP), User (AP), Utilities (Gateway/AP), and Status (Gateway/AP).
Overview (AP & Gateway)
WDS List (AP & Gateway)
Antennas (AP & Gateway)
Associated Clients (AP & Gateway)
Event Log (AP & Gateway)
Online Users (Gateway)
User Log (Gateway)
Caution: After finishing the configuration, please click Apply and pay attention to see if a restart message appears
on screen. If the message appears, the system must be restarted t o allow the settings to t ake ef fect. All on-line users
will be disconnected during restart.
Introduction:
OWL800 has equipped a friendly Web graphical user i nterface for users and system administrators to configure
parameters easily and remotely. The recommended web browsers are IE 6.0(TM), Firefox 2.0(TM) and the above.
OWL800 provides the web management interface for easier configuration. After completing hardware installation,
the administrator can configure the OWL800 through web browsers with JavaScript enabled, such as Mozilla Firefox
2.0 or Internet Explorer version 6.0 and the above.
Launch a web browser to access the web management interface of OWL800 by entering “https://192.168.1.1
” in
the URL. (Note: https is used for a secured connection.)
For configuring via web management interface, a computer with DHCP enabled in TCP/IP setting is needed. The
default LAN IP address of OWL800 is listed as following:
IP Address: 192.168.1.1
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0