AirLive AirMax DUO Lite User Manual
AirMax DUO Lite
802.11 a/b/g IP-65 Dual Radio
User
’
s Manual
Base Station
Copyright and Disclaimer
Copyright & Disclaimer
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Corp.
OvisLink Corp. has made the best effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this
user’s guide. However, we are not liable for the inaccuracies or errors in this guide.
Please use with caution. All information is subject to change without notice
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This product requires professional installation. Please do not attempt to install the
device without the necessary knowledge in regards to your country's wireless
regulations.
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Regulatory Information
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. 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: To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded interface
cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices) 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.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated.
Selection of other channels is not possible.
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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.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
FCC NOTICE: To comply with FCC part 15 rules in the United States, the system must be
professionally installed to ensure compliance with the Part 15 certification. It is the
responsibility of the operator and professional installer to ensure that only certified systems
are deployed in the United States. The use of the system in any other combination (such as
co-located antennas transmitting the same information) is expressly forbidden.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Introduction.............................................................................................. 1
1.1 Overview............................................................................................ 1
1.2 How to Use This Guide...................................................................... 3
1.3 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support ................................................ 5
1.4 Feature .............................................................................................. 6
1.5 Wireless Operation Modes................................................................. 7
1.5.1 Dual AP Mode..............................................................................................8
1.5.2 Duplex Mode ...............................................................................................9
1.5.3 Dual WDS Bridge Mode.............................................................................10
1.5.4 Separate Bridge Mode............................................................................... 11
1.5.5 AP + Client / Client + AP Mode ..................................................................12
1.5.6 AP + WDS Bridge / WDS Bridge + AP Mode .............................................13
1.5.7 WDS + Gateway / Gateway + WDS Mode.................................................14
1.5.8 AP + Gateway / Gateway + AP Mode ........................................................16
1.5.9 AP + WISP / WISP + AP Mode ..................................................................17
2. Installing the AirMax DUO Lite........................................................... 19
2.1 Before You Start............................................................................... 19
2.2 Installing AirMax DUO Lite ............................................................... 19
2.3 Knowing Your AirMax DUO Lite ....................................................... 20
2.4 Hardware Installation....................................................................... 21
2.4.1. Pull out the PCBA of AirMax DUO Lite and connect the Ethernet cable to
the PoE Port .......................................................................................................22
2.4.2 Connect the Ethernet cable to the PoE Injector.........................................24
2.5 Pole Mount/Wall Mount Installation.................................................. 25
3. Configuring the AirMax DUO Lite....................................................... 26
3.1 Important Information....................................................................... 26
3.2 Prepare Your PC.............................................................................. 27
3.3 Management Interface..................................................................... 28
3.3.1 Web Management (HTTP):........................................................................28
3.3.2 Secured Web Management (HTTPS):.......................................................28
3.3.3 Command Line Interface (Telnet): .............................................................30
3.3.4 Secure Shell (SSH, SSH2): .......................................................................31
3.3.5 SNMP Management: .................................................................................33
3.4 Introduction to Web Management .................................................... 34
3.4.1 Getting into Web Management ..................................................................34
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3.4.2 Welcome Screen and Login.......................................................................37
3.5 Initial Configuration.......................................................................... 39
3.5.1 Choose the wireless Operation Modes......................................................39
3.5.2 Change the Device’s IP Address ...............................................................41
3.5.3 Change the Country Code .........................................................................42
3.5.4 Set the Time and Date ...............................................................................44
3.5.5 Change System Management ...................................................................45
3.5.6 Change Password .....................................................................................46
4. Wireless and WAN Settings .................................................................. 47
4.1 About AirMax DUO Lite Menu Structure........................................... 47
4.2 General Wireless Settings ............................................................... 49
4.2.1 Regulatory Domain....................................................................................51
4.2.2 Network SSID ............................................................................................51
4.2.3 Site Survey ................................................................................................51
4.2.4 Signal Survey ............................................................................................53
4.2.5 Radio Mode ...............................................................................................53
4.2.6 Channel .....................................................................................................53
4.2.7 Channel Width ...........................................................................................55
4.2.8 Security Settings........................................................................................55
4.2.9 Distance.....................................................................................................61
4.2.10 Advance Settings.....................................................................................62
4.2.11 Access Control (ACL)...............................................................................64
4.2.12 Multiple SSID...........................................................................................66
4.2.13 WMM QoS Setting...................................................................................71
4.2.14 RADIUS Settings .....................................................................................76
4.2.15 Bandwidth Control ...................................................................................77
4.2.16 RSSI LED Threshold ...............................................................................82
4.3 AP Specific Settings......................................................................... 84
4.4 WDS Specific Settings ..................................................................... 86
4.5 Client Mode Specific Settings .......................................................... 89
4.6 Gateway (AP Router) Specific Settings............................................ 92
4.6.1 WAN Port Settings.....................................................................................93
4.6.2 PPPoE Server Settings..............................................................................95
4.6.3 DHCP Server Settings ...............................................................................96
4.6.4 Multiple DMZ .............................................................................................97
4.6.5 Virtual Server Settings ...............................................................................98
4.6.6 Special Applications...................................................................................99
4.6.7 IP Filtering Settings..................................................................................100
4.6.8 IP Routing Settings..................................................................................102
4.6.9 Dynamic DNS Settings ............................................................................103
4.6.10 Remote Management Settings ..............................................................104
4.7 WISP Specific Settings ...................................................................105
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4.7.1 WAN Port Settings...................................................................................106
4.7.2 DHCP Server Settings .............................................................................107
4.7.3 Multiple DMZ ...........................................................................................108
4.7.4 Virtual Server Settings .............................................................................109
4.7.5 Special Applications................................................................................. 110
4.7.6 IP Filtering Settings.................................................................................. 111
4.7.7 IP Routing Settings.................................................................................. 113
4.7.8 Dynamic DNS Settings ............................................................................ 114
4.7.9 Remote Management Settings ................................................................ 115
4.8 Single Band Mode (2.4GHz Only)...................................................116
4.8.1 Access Point Mode .................................................................................. 117
4.8.2 Repeater Mode........................................................................................ 118
4.8.3 WDS Bridge Mode................................................................................... 119
4.8.4 Bridge Infrastructure Mode ......................................................................120
4.8.5 Client Infrastructure Mode .......................................................................121
4.8.6 Client Ad Hoc Mode.................................................................................122
4.8.7 WISP Router Mode..................................................................................122
4.8.8 AP Router Mode ......................................................................................123
5. System Configuration...........................................................................124
5.1 System Configuration .....................................................................124
5.1.1 Device IP Settings ...................................................................................124
5.1.2 Time Settings...........................................................................................126
5.1.3 Password Settings...................................................................................127
5.1.4 System Management...............................................................................127
5.1.5 SNMP Settings ........................................................................................129
5.1.6 Ping Watchdog ........................................................................................131
5.1.7 Firmware Upgrade...................................................................................133
5.1.8 Configuration Save and Restore..............................................................134
5.1.9 Factory Default ........................................................................................135
5.1.10 Reboot System ......................................................................................135
5.1.11 AirMax DUO Lite Emergency Recovery .................................................136
6. Device Status & Tools ..........................................................................138
6.1 Device Status..................................................................................138
6.1.1 Device Information...................................................................................138
6.1.2 Wireless Information................................................................................140
6.1.3 LAN Information.......................................................................................141
6.1.4 Internet Information..................................................................................142
6.1.5 Wireless Client Table ...............................................................................143
6.1.6 System Log..............................................................................................144
6.1.7 Network Ping ...........................................................................................145
6.1.8 Network Traceroute .................................................................................146
7. Command Line Interface......................................................................147
7.1 System Commands ........................................................................148
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7.2 Debugging Commands ...................................................................150
7.3 Show Commands ...........................................................................152
7.4 Set Commands...............................................................................159
7.5 Enable/Disable Commands ............................................................167
7.6 Add/Delete Commands...................................................................169
8. Frequent Asked Questions ..................................................................174
9. Specifications .......................................................................................177
10. Wireless Network Glossary................................................................181
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1. Introduction
1. Introduction
1
1.1 Overview
The AirMax DUO Lite is the lightweight version of AirLive Base Station that incorporates
everything we know about wireless - a feat from the company that invented the first
multi-function AP. From its firm IP-65 case to the incredible easy-to-use AirLogic interface,
it is meticulously designed inside out to be a powerful device you can use and rely on.
Dual Wireless + High Power + 2 LAN Ports
The AirMax DUO Lite is equipped with 2 high-powered Atheros radios. The radio 1 runs in
the 11a 5GHz mode only while the radio 2 runs at the 11a/b/g dual band. AirLive adds high
power amplifier to run the AP at 23dBm in 11a mode (200mW), that’s 4 times the output
power of normal 11a radio (50mW). In addition, 2 programmable LAN ports are available
for multi-mode AP/Gateway configuration.
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Multiple Operation Modes
The AirMax DUO Lite can operate in multiple wireless modes for different application
environments such as Dual AP, Dual WDS, Duplex link aggregation, Separate Bridge, AP +
Client, AP + WDS, WDS + Gateway, AP + Gateway, and AP + WISP. These modes can be
changed and configured easily by the Web user interface.
802.3af PoE Port
AirMax DUO Lite is equipped with an 802.3af Power over Ethernet port. It thus can be
powered by a PoE PSE and operate at up to 100 meter away.
VLAN & QoS
AirMax DUO Lite provides Multi-SSID to create different wireless networks using one AP.
The TAG VLAN feature allows service provider to control service content of each SSID
network all the way back to core router. The QoS feature allows prioritizing the different
package according the 802.11e WMM protocol and triple play (Voice, Video and Data).
Bandwidth control feature allow AirMax DUO Lite to limit the bandwidth on distinct IP/MAC
or on the total device.
IP65 Environmental Protection Enclosure
With IP-65 standard enclosure, AirMax DUO Lite is highly protected against dust and water.
So that AirMax DUO Lite can be used in a hardened environment.
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1. Introduction
1.2 How to Use This Guide
AirMax DUO Lite is an advanced wireless Base Station with multiple 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:
This chapter explains the basic information for AirMax DUO Lite. It is a must read.
Chapter 2:
This chapter is about hardware installation. You should read through the entire chapter.
Chapter 3:
3.1 Important Information
This section has information of default setting such as IP, Username, and Password.
3.3 Management Interface
This section introduces Web management, and Console management.
3.4 Introduction to Web Management
This section tells you how to get into the WebUI using HTTP
3.5 Initial Configuration
This section guides you through the essential initial configurations such as choosing
operation mode, set device IP, password, and change frequency domain.
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Chapter 4:
This chapter explains the Wireless and WAN settings via Web management.
Chapter 5:
This chapter explains System Configuration via Web management.
Chapter 6:
1. Introduction
This chapter reveals the device status and explains the available tools
Chapter 7:
This chapter explains all of the management functions via CLI. If any trouble in using
AirMax DUO Lite, you can refer to this chapter
Chapter 8:
If you have a question about AirMax DUO Lite that is not found on other part of this manual,
you might find your answer here.
Chapter 9:
This chapter explains technical specification of AirMax DUO Lite.
Chapter 10:
Explanation on network technical terms from A to Z. Highly recommended for reference
when you encounter an unfamiliar term
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1.3 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support
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.
In addition, you might find new firmware that either increase software functions or provide
bug fixes for AirMax DUO Lite. You can reach our on-line support center at the following
link:
http://www.airlive.com/support/support_2.jsp
Since 2009, AirLive has added the “Newsletter Instant Support System” on our website.
AirLive Newsletter subscribers receives instant email notifications when there are new
download or tech support FAQ updates for their subscribed AirLive models. To become an
AirLive newsletter member, please visit: http://www.airlive.com/member/member_3.jsp
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1.4 Feature
1x 108Mbps 11a Radio + 1x 108Mbps 11a/b/g Radio
23dBm 11a and 20dBm 11g/b Output Power
14 Wireless Multi-function Modes: Dual AP, Duplex, Dual WDS Bridge, Separate
Bridge, AP + Client, Client + AP, AP + WDS Bridge, WDS Bridge + AP, WDS +
Gateway, Gateway + WDS, AP + Gateway, Gateway + AP, AP + WISP, WISP + AP
2x N-Type Antenna connectors for external antennas
Built from High Temperature resistant ABS material with Anti-UV protection
Powered by 802.3af 48V PoE. 803.3af 48V PoE power adapter and DC Injector
are included.
Pole Mount/Wall Mount kit included for installation
Total Bandwidth and Per-User Bandwidth Control
Limit Bandwidth of HTTP, FTP, Torrent and eDunkey 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 AirMax DUO Lite can perform as a multi-function wireless device. Through the AirLogic
web interface, users can easily select which wireless mode they wish the AirMax DUO Lite
to perform.
The AirMax DUO Lite provides 14 modes of wireless operational applications:
Wireless Mode Radio 1 (11a) Radio 2 (11a or b/g)
Dual AP Access Point Access Point
Duplex WDS Bridge WDS Bridge
Dual WDS Bridge WDS Bridge WDS Bridge
Separate Bridge WDS Bridge WDS Bridge
AP + Client Access Point Wireless Client
Client + AP Wireless Client Access Point
AP + WDS Bridge Access Point WDS Bridge
WDS Bridge + AP WDS Bridge Access Point
WDS + Gateway WDS Bridge Gateway (AP Router)
Gateway + WDS Gateway (AP Router) WDS Bridge
AP + Gateway Access Point Gateway (AP Router)
Gateway + AP Gateway (AP Router) Access Point
AP + WISP AP Router WISP Bridge
WISP + AP WISP Bridge AP Router
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1.5.1 Dual AP Mode
In Dual AP mode, both wireless interface of AirMax DUO Lite are set as AP and provide
hotspot service on each interface.
This Application provides wider coverage that difficult to be reached with a unique
Omni antenna by using another adequate antenna such as sector antenna. It’s
particularly suitable for WISP to provide stable and high performance link.
The image in Dual AP mode diagrams helps to indicate the data flow related to the
Wireless and the Ethernet ports.
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1.5.2 Duplex Mode
The duplex mode combines the two radios and double the bandwidth between AirMax DUO
Lite
This Application provides higher bandwidth between two locations than single radio
does. When clients transmitting data which over the loading of single radio, the other
radio shares the loading and make it able to transmit more data between the two
AirMax DUO Lite.
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The image in Duplex mode diagram helps to indicate the data flow related to the
Wireless and the Ethernet ports.
1.5.3 Dual WDS Bridge Mode
In Dual WDS Bridge mode, both wireless interface of AirMax DUO Lite are set as WDS
Bridge and connect to remote network. When configured in the Dual WDS Bridge mode,
AirMax DUO Lite allows solving discontinuous link due to geographical obstacles, shown as
below and extension of distance between two WDS bridge nodes separated by a building.
In this mode, the AP can act as a signal repeating station in a wireless backbone
network. In addition, it can also function as directing station for NLOS application.
The image in Duplex WDS Bridge mode diagram helps to indicate the data flow related
to the Wireless and the Ethernet ports.
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1.5.4 Separate Bridge Mode
The Separate Bridge Mode divides the AirMax DUO Lite into two single bridges. As shown
in the following diagram, the two IP segments can not communicate or see each others.
In this application, both Radio 1 and Radio 2 are in WDS Bridge Mode.
The image in Separate WDS Bridge mode diagram helps to indicate the data flow
related to the Wireless and the Ethernet ports.
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1.5.5 AP + Client / Client + AP Mode
In this mode, one station works as an intermediate station. This enable the AP to link with
remote stations using client mode, then distribute the signal to other clients using AP mode.
In this application, Either Radio 1 or Radio 2 is in AP Mode, the other Radio is in Client
mode.
The image in AP + Client / Client + AP mode diagram helps to indicate the data flow
related to the Wireless and the Ethernet ports.
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1.5.6 AP + WDS Bridge / WDS Bridge + AP Mode
In this mode, one Radio works as Access Point and the other one is WDS Bridge.
In this mode, the AP can act as a signal repeating station in a wireless backbone
network. In addition, it can also function as directing station for NLOS application.
The image in AP + WDS Bridge / WDS Bridge + AP mode diagram helps to indicate
data flow related to the Wireless and the Ethernet ports.
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1.5.7 WDS + Gateway / Gateway + WDS Mode
In this mode, one radio acts as an AP router and the other a WDS bridge. One of the RJ-45
ports as the WAN interface to the internet.
The remote location can access the internet by way of this Access Point which acts as
a gateway device of the network.
The image in WDS + Gateway / Gateway + WDS mode diagram helps to indicate data
flow related to the Wireless and the Ethernet ports.
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1.5.8 AP + Gateway / Gateway + AP Mode
In this mode, one radio acts as an AP router and the other an Access Point. One of the
RJ-45 ports as the WAN interface to the internet.
The remote location can access the internet by way of this Access Point which acts as
a gateway device of the network.
The image in AP + Gateway / Gateway + AP mode diagram helps to indicate data flow
related to the Wireless and the Ethernet ports.
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1.5.9 AP + WISP / WISP + AP Mode
In this mode, one radio acts as an AP and the other acts as a client router. One of the
RJ-45 ports as the WAN interface to the internet.
The remote location can access the Internet by way of this Access Point which acts as
a gateway device of the network.
The image in AP + Gateway / Gateway + AP mode diagram helps to indicate data flow
related to the Wireless and the Ethernet ports.
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2. Installing the AirMax DUO Lite
2.Installing the
2
This section describes the hardware features and the hardware installation procedure for
the AirMax DUO Lite. For software configuration, please go to chapter 3 for more details.
AirMax DUO Lite
2.1 Before You Start
It is important to read through this section before you install the AirMax DUO Lite.
The AirMax DUO Lite comes with everything you need to start installation with
exception of the PoE Ethernet Cable. You can use a good quality CAT-5E graded
Ethernet cable (shielded with anti-UV) according to the length you need.
The use of 5GHz spectrum might be prohibited in some countries. Please consult with
your country’s telecom regulation first.
You must set the distance parameter to make long distance connection work. Please
refer to chapter 4 of this user’s guide for details.
2.2 Installing AirMax DUO Lite
The AirMax DUO Lite package contains the following items:
One AirMax DUO Lite main unit
48VDC PoE injector kits
Pole/Wall mount kit
User Guide CD
Quick Start Guide
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Pull Out
RJ-45 & PoE
Port
Reset Button
2.3 Knowing Your AirMax DUO Lite
The main connecters are on the inside PCBA of AirMax DUO Lite. Once you pull out the
PCBA, you will see those connectors on the top side of it.
Upside of the PCBA
Connect to the Ethernet
Cable
Press this button for resetting the
AirMax DUO Lite
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Bottom side of AirMax DUO Lite
Antenna
2
Antenna
1
Cat-5E Cable Hole
2. Installing the AirMax DUO Lite
N-Type connector
for radio 1
N-Type connector for
radio 2
2.4 Hardware Installation
The following image shows the power installation of AirMax DUO Lite. Note that AirMax
DUO Lite is IEEE802.3af compatible, you should use the packed POE kit or POE Switch for
power injection.
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2. Installing the AirMax DUO Lite
Pull Out
2.4.1. Pull out the PCBA of AirMax DUO Lite and connect the Ethernet cable to the PoE Port
Put the cable into the cable tray
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