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. This equipment requires installation
by a professional installer.
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 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 of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment 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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
IMPORTANT NOTE
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance
20cm between the radiator & your body.
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Version FCC.
This guide is for products sold in FCC domain countries..
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The AIRMAX5 is a wireless outdoor multi-function device based on IEEE 802.11a 5-GHz
radio technologies. When installed in upright position, it is rain and splash proof. It
features an integrated patch antenna and passive POE to simplify the installation.
1.2 How to Use This Guide
AirMax5 is an advanced wireless CPE with many functions. It is recommended that you
read through the entire user’s guide whenever possible. The user guide is divided into
different chapters. You should read at least go through the first 3 chapters before
attempting to install the device.
Recommended Reading
Chapter 1
1.5 Operation Modes: This section explains the usage of each wireless
operation mode.
Chapter 2: This chapter is about hardware installation. You should read
through the entire chapter.
Chapter 3:
3.1 Important Information: This section has default settings information
suchs as IP, password, SSID, and recommended browser
3.3 Management Interface: This section introduces Web, HTTPS, Telnet,
and SSH configurations.
3.4 Introduction to Web Management: This section tells you how to get into
the Web UI using HTTP and HTTPS. In addition, it also explains about the
basic menu structure.
3.5Initial Configurations: This section guide you through the essential initial
configurations such as choosing operation mode, set device IP, password,
and change frequency domain.
Chapter 4 Web Management – Wireless and WAN Settings: This chapter
explain the wireless functions and router mode settings in the AirMax5. If time
permitted, you should read through the entire chapter.
4.2 Operation Mode (wireless): Operation mode is the page where all the
wireless settings and router mode settings are. Therefore, it is advised that
you read through the entire section.
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z4.2.3 Site Survey: Site Survey is the connection wizard that will search
for available networks and let you connect with the select network by
simply clicking. It also includes RSSI signal survey for antenna
alignment.
z4.2.13 Bandwidth Management: Be sure to read about AirMax5’s
powerful Bandwidth Control that allow you to limit up/downlink speed by
interface, IP, MAC address, or IP segment. This section provides
step-by-step examples also.
4.3 WDS Settings: Here explains the WDS setting page. After reading this
section, please go to Chapter 8: Bridge Network example to see
step-by-step instructions on setting up a multi-point WDS Bridge network.
4.4 Router Modes: This section includes WAN port, virtual server, remote
management, virtual servers and all router related settings.
Chapter 5: Web Management 2: Configurations and Status
1. Introduction
This chapter explains all the non-wireless settings and status such as IP settings,
Ping Watchdog.
5.1.6 PING Watchdog: PING watchdog is a crucial function to keep your
wireless connection alive. When AirMax5 can’t get a response from
remote devices, it will attempt to re-establish the connection. AirMax5’s
PING watchdog goes the extra step to allow 2 sets of IP to avoid false
alarm.
5.1.8 Configurartion Save and Restore: You should always backup your
configurations so you can restore in the event of system crash.
Chapter 6: Command Line Interface
This chapter explains all the commands in the Telnet and SSH interface. Be sure to
“save config” after making all changes. In case you forget a command, just type
“help” to display all available commands and their usage.
Chapter 7: Antenna Alignment
This chapter provides detail information about AirMax5’s antenna. It also provides
step-by-step instructions on how to make antenna alignment using LED indicator or
Signal Survey function.
Chapter 8: Application Example : WDS Bridge
This chapter tells you the basic knowledge about building a long distance connection.
A step-by-step instruction on how to build a multipoint WDS network is provided.
Chapter 9: Emergency Firmware Recovery
It your AirMax5 can no longer be access due to firmware crash. You might be able
to recover it following the procedure on this chapter.
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Chapter 10: Frequent Asked Questions
If you have a question about AirMax5 that is not found on other part of this guide,
you might find your answer here. Including how to make connection with Mikrotik
AP, how to save password settings on the browser...etc.
.
Chapter 12: Wireless Network Glossary
Explanations on wireless network technical terms from A to Z. Highly recommeded
for referencing when you encounter an unfamiliar term.
1.3 Tech Support
1. Introduction
If you encounter a technical issue that can not be resolved by information on this guide, we
recommend that you visit our comprehensive website support at www.airlive.com. The
tech support FAQ are frequently updated with latest information.
Horizontal and Vertical coverage in the forward direction.
R-SMA connector for external antenna.
Built from High Temperature resistant ABS material with Anti-UV protection
Power by passive PoE: 12V Adapter and injector included. Accept up to 22Vdc input
on the PoE port.
Slide out housing design for easy maintenance.
Pole Mount strap included. Optional metal mount and wall mount available
Total Bandwidth and Per-User Bandwidth Control
Limit Bandwidth of HTTP, FTP, Torrent, and eDonkey traffic in router mode
Site Survey, RSSI signal Survey, and RSSI LED indicator.
Multi-SSID, TAG VLAN, WMM, TOS
ACK Timeout Adjustment for long distance connection.
Emergency firmware recovery mode
Web, HTTPS, SSH/SSH2, Telnet, and SNMP managements
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1. Introduction
1.5 Wireless Operation Modes
The AirMax5 can perform as a multi-function wireless device. Through the AirLogic web
interface, users can easily select which wireless mode they wish the AirMax5 to perform.
The AirMax5 can be configured to operate in the following wireless operation modes:
1.5.1 Access Point Mode
When operating in the Access Point mode, the AIRMAX5 becomes the center hub of the
wireless network. All wireless cards and clients connect and communicate through
AirMax5. This type of network is known as “Infrastructure network”. When in this mode,
the AirMax5 can only operate in 5725 to 5850MHz.
1.5.2 WDS Bridge Mode
This mode is also known as “WDS Pure MAC mode”. When configured to operate in the
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Mode, the AIRMAX5 provides bridging functions with
remote LAN networks in the WDS system . The system will support up to total of 8 bridges
in a WDS network (by daisy chain). However, each bridge can only associate with
maximum of 4 other bridges in the WDS configuration. This mode is best used when you
want to connect LAN networks together wirelessly (for example, between office and
warehouse). If you have more than 2 AirMax5 in WDS Bridges mode, please remember to
turn on the “802.1d Spanning Tree” or “STP” option on to avoid network loop. This mode
usually delivers faster performance than infrastructure mode. When in this mode, the
AirMax5 can only operate in 5725 to 5850MHz.
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1.5.3 Client Infrastructure Mode
This mode is also known as “Client” mode. In Client Infrastructure mode, the AIRMAX5
acts as if it is a wireless adapter to connect with a remote Access Point. Users can attach
a computer or a router to the LAN port of AirMax5 to get network access. This mode is
often used by WISP on the subscriber’s side.
For AirMax5, there are 2 types of Client Infrastructure Mode: “Single User” and
“Multiple-User”. When “Single User” is chosen, only one PC that is connected behind the
AirMax can get IP address from remote DHCP server. When “multiple user” is chosen,
more than one PC can get IP address from remote DHCP server.
1.5.4 Client Ad Hoc Mode
In Client Ad Hoc mode, AIRMAX5 can connect to other wireless adapters without access
point. Users can attach a computer or a router to the LAN port of AirMax5 to get network
access. When in this mode, the AirMax5 can only operate in 5725 to 5850MHz.
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1. Introduction
1.5.5 Client Router Mode
This mode is also known as WISP Router mode. In this mode, AIRMAX5’s radio operates
as a wireless client. It adds NAT function between the connects to the remote Access
Point as in Client Infrastructure Mode. On the LAN side, it acts like a wired router for IP
sharing function. This mode is best used for IP sharing application for WISP subscribers.
In this mode, the WAN is the wireless client side, the LAN is the wired side.
1.5.6 AP Router Mode
In AP Router Mode, the AirMax5 behaves like a wireless router. The LAN port of the
AirMax5 will become WAN port. The wireless network of AirMax5 becomes the LAN side.
Please note when this mode is used, the only way to manage the AirMax5 is through the
wireless side unless remote management is opened.
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2. Install the AirMax5
2. Installing the AirMax5
2
This section describes the hardware features and the hardware installation procedure for
the AIRMAX5. For software configuration, please go to chapter 3 for more details.
2.1 Before You Start
It is important to read through this section before you install the AirMax5
The AirMax5 comes with everything you need to start installation with exception
of the PoE Ethernet Cable. You can use a good quality CAT-5E outdoor graded
Ethernet cable (shielded with anti-UV) according to the length you need.
The AirMax5 must be installed in the upright position if the unit is located in
outdoor or wet environments.
You must set the distance parameter to make long distance connection work.
Please refer to chapter 4 of this user’s guide for details.
The integrated antenna has forward coverage angle of 30 degree both in vertical
and horizontal direction.
The AirMax5 is a 5GHz CPE device only, it can not operate in 2.4GHz.
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2.2 Package Content
The AIRMAX5 package contains the following items:
One AIRMAX5 main unit
One 12V 1A DC power adapter
Passive PoE DC Injector
2 x Plastic Straps
User’s Guide CD
Quick Start Guide
2. Install the AirMax5
The PoE Ethernet cable is not included in the package. You may choose an outdoor
specification Ethernet cable according to the length you need.
2.3 Optional Accessories
The AirMax5 have the following optional accessories which you can purchase from AirLive
Tilting Metal Wall/Pole Mount (Model: WMK-AIRMAX): This kit allows your
AirMax5 to tilt in pole mount, it also allow you to install the AirMax5 to the wall.
25 meter PoE cable (Model: OD-25M): high quality outdoor graded anti-UI PoE
Ethernet Cable.
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2.4 Knowing your AirMax5
Below are descriptions and diagrams of the product:
2. Install the AirMax5
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2. Install the AirMax5
2.5 Hardware Installation
Please prepare a screw driver and an outdoor graded PoE Ethernet cable with adequate
length according to your need.
1. Remove the screws from the sides of the
case.
3. Install the PoE cable to the PoE Port.
Follow the cable guard direction.
2. Hold the sides of the bottom cases and pull
out in the downward direction.
4. Slide back the bottom case
The PoE Cable exit
hole should face up
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. 5. Put the case screws back.
2. Install the AirMax5
6. Install the PoE Cable and the Power Adapter to the DC Injector. Please make sure to read the
markings on the DC Injector carefully and connect the cables correctly. You can connect your
PC directly to the “LAN” port of the DC Injector.
DC Injector
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2.5.1 Standard Pole Mount
Your AirMax5 comes standard with 2 plastic straps for pole mounting. Please follow the
procedure below to install:
1. Put the plastic strap through the holes on the
Pole Mount holders.
2. Thread the thinner end of the strap into the
opening on the other end. Then tighten the
strap around the pole as tightly as possible.
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2.5.2 Optional Tilting Metal Pole/ Wall Mount
The optional WMK-AIRMAX metal pole/wall mount kit allows your AirMax5 to be mounted
on the wall and pole. It enables you to tilt the AirMax5 to the desire vertical angle. If you
have purchased such kit, please follow the instruction below to mount your AirMax
Wall Mount Installation using WMK-AIRMAX
1. Please first install the screw anchors into
the wall
2. Secure the screws through the Metal
Bracket into
the screw a
nchors
3. Install the AirMax5 into the Metal Bracket
and tighten the screws o
n the bracket.
3
1
2
4. By adjusting the bracket screws, you can adjust the tilting angle of the AirMax5
Bracket Screw
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Pole Mount Installation using WMK-AIRMAX
1. Unscrew the metal ring(pipe fastener) until one end of the ring come off completely
2. Put the metal ring through the holes on the bracket and wrap it around the pole.
3. Tighten the screw on the ring until the ring is very tight around the pole.
2
3
1
4. Now, install the AirMax 5 into the metal bracket and tighten the screws on the bracket
5. By adjusting the bracket screws, you can adjust the tilting angle of the AirMax5
4
5
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2.6 LED Table
This section describes the LED behavior of AirMax5. For more information on how to use
the LED for antenna alignment, please refer to Chapter 5: How to make Antenna Alignment
for details.
You can find the LED on the left side of the AirMax5.
Power
Steady Red – Normal Operation
OFF – No Power
Link
Steady Yellow: Link is active
Flashing Yellow: Transmit or receive data
OFF: No connection
WLAN Signal Strength LEDs
Weak :Low signal strength
Strong :Better signal strength
Weak + Strong: Full Signal strength
No connection/Bad signal strength
2.7 Restore Settings to Default
If you have forgotten your AirMax5’s IP address or password, you can restore your AirMax5
to the default settings by pressing on the “reset button” for more than 5 seconds. The
reset button is inside the bottom case. Please see diagram below for details.
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3. Configuring the AirMax5
3. Configuring the AirMax5
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The AirMax5 offers many different types of management interface. You can configure
through standard web browser (http), secured web (https), command line (telnet), secured
command shell (SSH, SSH2), and SNMP management. In this chapter, we will explain
AirMax5’s available management interfaces and how to get into them. Then, we will
provide the introduction on Web Management and recommended initial settings. For
detail explanations on Web Management functions, please go to Chapter 4 and 5. For
Command-Line interface, please go to Chapter 6.
3.1 Important Information
The following information will help you to get start quickly. However, we recommend you
to read through the entire manual before you start. Please note the password and SSID
are case sensitive.
The default IP address is: 192.168.1.1 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
The default user’s name is: airlive
The default password is: airlive
When using SSH/SSH2, there are 2-levels login
First Level:
z Login : root
z Password: Nothing, just press enter key
Second Level:
z Password: airlive. When you change your password, this will change
also.
The default SSID is: airlive
After power on, please wait for 2 minutes for AirMax5 to finish boot up
Please remember to click on “Apply” for new settings to take effect
Please remember to enter the correct “Distance” parameter in wireless settings.
Failure to do so can result in poor performance.
3.2 Prepare your PC
The AIRMAX5 can be managed remotely by a PC through either the wired or wireless
network. The default IP address of the AIRMAX5 is 192.168.1.1 with a subnet mask of
255.255.255.0. This means the IP address of the PC should be in the range of
192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254.
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3. Configuring the AirMax5
To prepare your PC for management with the AirMax5, please do the following:
1. Connect your PC directly to the LAN port on the DC Injector of AirMax5
2. Set your PC’s IP address manually to 192.168.1.100 (or other address in the same
subnet)
You are ready now to configure the AirMax5 using your PC.
3.3 Management Interface
The AirMax can be configured using one the management interfaces below:
Web Management (HTTP): You can manage your AirMax5 by simply typing its IP
address in the web browser.
management interface. We recommend using this interface for initial configurations.
To begin, simply enter AirMax5’s IP address (default is 192.168.1.1) on the web
Most functions of AirMax5 can be accessed by web
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browser. The default username and password are both “airlive”.
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Secured Web Management (HTTPS): HTTPS is also using web browser for
configuration. But all the data transacti
ons are securely encrypted using SSL
encryption. Therefore, it is a safe and easy way to manage your AirMax5. We
highly recommend WISP and service provider to use HTTPS for management.
To begin, simply enter https://192.168.1.1 on your web browser. A security alert
screen from your browser will pop up. Please grant all permission and get certificate
to AirMax5. After you pass the security warning screen, you will enter the secured
web management interface. The default username and password are both “airlive”.
For more information about Web Management and HTTPS, please make sure to
read through “Introduction to Web Management” in this chapter, Chapter 4,
and Chapter 5
Command Line Interface (Telnet): AirMax5 can be managed through the
command line interface (CLI). It is possible to write a text script file, and then paste
it into the CLI to execute several commands at once. However, Telnet does not
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encrypt its message. Therefore, it is not secure. The default Telnet management
port is TCP port 23.
To use the CLI, please open the command line window. Then type “telnet
2.168.1.1” to start.
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When asked fo
r password, please enter “airlive”.
To get a list of available command and their usage, please type “help” on the
command prompt.
Secure Shell (SSH, SSH2): SSH is an encrypted Command Line Interface that
allow user to send text commands through SSL encryption. Therefore, it provides
the added advantage of security comparing to Telnet. As with Telnet, the SSH and
SSH2 provide the possibility to write a text script and paste into the CLI interface for
multiple command execution. It also makes configuration change across
AirMax5s easier.
The default management port for SSH/SSH2 is TCP/UDP port
22.
To manage via the SSH/SSH2 protocol, you would need a SSH client. Free SSH
clients are widely available on the Internet. You can find where to download them
by using Internet search engine such as Google. In this guide, we will use a
popular SSH/Telnet utility call Putty.
e you have download and install Putty. Please follow the figure below to make
Onc
a connection with AirMax5:
many
1. Choose “SSH” as indicated in the diagram
2. Enter the IP address of AirMax5
3. Click on “Open” to start the SSH session.
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1
When the following screen appear, click on “Yes” to continue
When the following screen appears, enter “root” for login. Then press Enter when
password for root is requested, do not enter any password
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When the “Wireless Router Manager Console” appears, please enter “airlive” for
password. This password will change when you change the password.
Now you are ready to enter commands
To
get a list of available command and their usage, please type “help” on the
command prompt.
For more information about Telnet and SSH configuration, please go to
Chapter 7 Command Line Interface.
SNMP Management: The AirMax5 support SNMPv1/v2 management. If you
have a SNMP management software, it can manage the AirMax5. The AirMax5’s
SNMP support is as followed:
SNMP v1/v2 support
SNMP Read/Write C
ommunity String
SNMP Trap support
MIB and MIB II Support
Ether-like MIB
IEEE802dot11 MIB
Private MIB
A copy of the AirMa
directory on
the installation CD. Please also visit our website to
x5’s Private MIB can be found in the “Private MIB”
check if a new version is available.
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3.4 Introduction to Web Management
The AirMax5 offers both normal (http) and secured (https) Web Management interfaces.
Their share the same interface and functions, and they can both be accessed through web
browsers. The only difference is HTTPS are encrypted for extra security. Therefore, we
will discuss them together as “Web Management” on this guide.
If you are placing the AirMax5 behind router or firewall, you might need to open virtual
server ports to AirMax5 on your firewall/router
HTTP: TCP Port 80
HTTPS: TCP/UDP Port 443
This procedure is not necessary in most cases unless there is a router/firewall between
your PC and AirMax5.
3.4.1 Getting into Web Management
Normal Web Management (HTTP)
To get into the Normal Web Management, simply type in the AirMax5’s IP address (default
IP is 192.168.1.1) into the web browser’s address field.
Secured Web Management (HTTPS)
To get into the Secured Web Management, just type “https://192.168.1.1 ” into the web
browser’s address field. The “192.168.1.1” is AirMax5’s default IP address. If the IP
address is changed, the address entered in the browser should change also.
A security warning screen from your browser will then pop-up depending on the browser
you use. Please follow step below to clear the security screen.
Internet Explorer: Select “Yes” to proceed
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Firefox:
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1. Select “or you can add an exception”
1
2. Click on “Add Exception”
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