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WHA-5500CPE

802.11a Multi-Function Outdoor CPE

Version 2.0

User’s Manual

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................................................		1
1.1	Overview..............................................................................................	1
1.2	How to Use This Guide ........................................................................	1
1.3	Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support ..................................................	3
1.4	Features...............................................................................................	4
1.5	Wireless Operation Modes...................................................................	5
	1.5.1 Access Point Mode.....................................................................................................	5
	1.5.2 Repeater Mode ...........................................................................................................	5
	1.5.3 WDS Bridge Mode ....................................................................................................	6
	1.5.4 Bridge Infrastructure Mode........................................................................................	6
	1.5.5 Client Infrastructure Mode.........................................................................................	7
	1.5.6 Client Ad Hoc Mode ..................................................................................................	8
	1.5.7 WISP Router Mode....................................................................................................	8
	1.5.8 AP Router Mode.........................................................................................................	9
2. Installing the WHA-5500CPE...................................................................		10
2.1	Before You Start.................................................................................	10
2.2	Package Content ...............................................................................	11
2.3	Hardware Installation .........................................................................	11
	2.3.1 Mounting Configuration ..........................................................................................	14
	2.3.2 Antenna polarization ................................................................................................	15
3. Configuring the WHA-5500CPE ..............................................................		16
3.1	Important Information.........................................................................	16
3.2	Prepare your PC ................................................................................	17
3.3	Management Interface.......................................................................	17
	Web Management (HTTP):...............................................................................................	17
	Secured Web Management (HTTPS):...............................................................................	18
	Command Line Interface (Telnet):....................................................................................	19
3.4	Introduction to Web Management......................................................	19
	3.4.1 Getting into Web Management ................................................................................	20
	3.4.2 Welcome Screen and Login .....................................................................................	22
3.5	Initial Configurations ..........................................................................	24
	3.5.1 Choose the wireless Operation Modes.....................................................................	24
	3.5.2 Change the Device’s IP Address ..............................................................................	25
	3.5.3 Change the Country Code........................................................................................	26
	3.5.4 Set the Time and Date..............................................................................................	27
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3.5.5 Change System Management...................................................................................	27
3.5.6 Change Password.....................................................................................................	28
4. Web Management: Wireless and WAN Settings ...................................	29
4.1 About WHA-5500CPE’s Menu Structure............................................	29
4.2 Operation Modes (Wireless and WAN Settings)................................	30
4.2.1 Regulatory Domain..................................................................................................	31
4.2.2 Network SSID..........................................................................................................	31
4.2.3 Site Survey...............................................................................................................	32
4.2.4 Signal Survey...........................................................................................................	33
4.2.5 Lock-to-AP ..............................................................................................................	33
4.2.6 Radio Mode (11a, SuperA, TurboA)........................................................................	33
4.2.7 SuperA Option .........................................................................................................	34
4.2.8 Channel ....................................................................................................................	34
4.2.9 Channel Width .........................................................................................................	36
4.2.10 Security Settings ....................................................................................................	36
4.2.11 Distance..................................................................................................................	40
4.2.12 Transmit Power ......................................................................................................	40
4.2.13 Advance Settings (Wireless) ..................................................................................	41
4.2.14 Access Control (ACL)............................................................................................	43
4.2.15 Multiple SSID ........................................................................................................	44
4.2.16 WMM QoS.............................................................................................................	48
4.2.17 RADIUS Settings...................................................................................................	51
4.2.18 Bandwidth Control.................................................................................................	52
4.3 WDS Settings ....................................................................................	57
4.4 Router Mode Settings ........................................................................	59
4.4.1 WISP Router Mode..................................................................................................	59
4.4.2 AP Router Mode.......................................................................................................	59
4.4.3 WAN Port Settings...................................................................................................	60
4.4.4 Dynamic DNS Settings............................................................................................	61
4.4.5 Remote Management Settings .................................................................................	61
4.4.6 IP Routing Settings ..................................................................................................	62
4.4.7 DHCP Server............................................................................................................	63
4.4.8 Multiple DMZ..........................................................................................................	64
4.4.9 Virtual Server Settings .............................................................................................	64
4.4.10 Special Applications...............................................................................................	65
4.4.11 IP Filtering Settings................................................................................................	66
5. Web Management 2: System Configuration, Tools and Status ...........	67
5.1 System Configuration.........................................................................	67
5.1.1 Device IP Settings....................................................................................................	67
5.1.2 Time Settings ...........................................................................................................	69
5.1.3 Password Settings ....................................................................................................	69
5.1.4 System Management................................................................................................	70
5.1.5 Ping Watchdog .........................................................................................................	71
5.1.6 Firmware Upgrade ...................................................................................................	72

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	5.1.7 Configuration Save and Restore ..............................................................................	72
	5.1.8 Factory Default ........................................................................................................	73
5.2 Tools...................................................................................................		74
	5.2.1 Network Ping ...........................................................................................................	74
	5.2.2 Network Traceroute .................................................................................................	74
5.3	Device Status.....................................................................................	76
	5.3.1 Device Information ..................................................................................................	76
	5.3.2 Wireless Information................................................................................................	77
	5.3.3 Internet Information .................................................................................................	77
	5.3.4 Wireless Client Table ...............................................................................................	78
	5.3.5 System Log ..............................................................................................................	78
6. Command Line Interface .........................................................................		79
6.1 System Commands............................................................................		79
6.2 Debugging Commands ......................................................................		81
6.3 Show Commands...............................................................................		82
6.4 Set Commands ..................................................................................		87
6.5	Enable/Disable Commands ...............................................................	94
6.6 Add/Delete Commands......................................................................		95
7. Application Example: Infrastructure ......................................................		99
7.1 Application Environment ....................................................................		99
7.2	Device A: Access Point Mode ..........................................................	100
	7.2.1 Device A Wireless Settings ....................................................................................	101
	7.2.2 Device A Bandwidth Management ........................................................................	103
7.3	Device B: Bridge Infrastructure Mode ..............................................	105
	7.3.1 Device B Wireless Settings....................................................................................	105
	7.3.2 Device B Total Bandwidth Control........................................................................	107
7.4	Device C: Client Infrastructure Mode ...............................................	108
	7.4.1 Device C IP Address ..............................................................................................	108
	7.4.2 Device C Wireless Settings....................................................................................	109
8. Application Example 2: Bridge Network ..............................................		111
8.1	Preparation for Building Outdoor Bridge Networks ..........................	111
8.2	WDS Bridge vs. Bridge Infrastructure ..............................................	113
8.3	WDS Bridge Network Example ........................................................	115
9. Application Example 3: Router and Repeater .....................................		121
9.1 Application Environment ..................................................................		121
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9.2 WHA-5500CPE in WISP Router Mode ............................................	122
9.2.1 WISP Router: Wireless Settings.............................................................................	122
9.2.2 WISP Router: WAN Port and Virtual Server .........................................................	124
9.3 WHA-5500CPE in Repeater Mode ..................................................	127
9.3.1 Repeater Router: Wireless Settings........................................................................	127
10. Emergency Firmware Recovery .........................................................	130
10.1 How Emergency Upgrade Works...................................................	130
10.2 Emergency Upgrade Procedure ....................................................	130
11. Frequent Asked Questions .................................................................	133
12. Specifications.......................................................................................	136
12.1 Hardware Features ........................................................................	136
12.1.1 General Hardware Feature ...................................................................................	136
12.1.2 Antenna ................................................................................................................	136
12.1.3 Power Supply.......................................................................................................	136
12.1.4 Dimension and Weight.........................................................................................	136
12.2 Radio Specifications ......................................................................	137
12.2.1 Frequency Band ...................................................................................................	137
12.2.2 Rate and Modulation............................................................................................	137
12.2.3 TX Output Power.................................................................................................	137
12.2.4 Receiver Sensitivity .............................................................................................	137
12.2.5 Supported WLAN Mode......................................................................................	137
12.3 Software Feature ...........................................................................	138
12.3.1 Operation Mode ...................................................................................................	138
12.3.2 Management Interface .........................................................................................	138
12.3.3 Channel Width (Rate Mode) ................................................................................	138
12.3.4 Advance Functions...............................................................................................	138
13. Wireless Network Glossary.................................................................	140

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1. Introduction

1 Introduction

1.1 Overview

The WHA-5500CPE 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 18dBi patch antenna and 802.3af to simplify the installation. . The firmware of the AP provides up to 8 operations modes* to satisfy different application environments. This guide is for firmware version V2.00e01a or newer. If you have older firmware, please go to www.airlive.com to download the latest version.

1.2 How to Use This Guide

WHA-5500CPE 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.

1.3Firmware 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 firmwares that either increase software functions or provide bug fixes for WHA-5500CPE. 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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Figure 1.4: AirLive Newsletter Suppport System

1.4 Features

Atheros AR-2313 + AR-5112 108mbps 802.11a chipset

4MB Flash and 32MB SDRAM

8 wireless multi-function modes: Access Point, Repeater, WDS Bridge, Bridge

Infrastructure, Client Infrastructure, Client Ad Hoc, WISP Router, AP Router.

18dBi Integrated Antenna: Vertical Polarization, Horizontal Polarization, External Antenna options switchable by software. 15 degree Horizontal and Vertical coverage in the forward direction.

Built from High Temperature resistant ABS material with Anti-UV protection

Power by 48V 802.3af PoE system

Support Super Channels

Support 5/10/20/40MHz Channel Width

Slide out housing design for easy maintenance.

Metal Wall Mount and Pole Mount included

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, and Telnet

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1.5 Wireless Operation Modes

The WHA-5500CPE can perform as a multi-function wireless device. Through the AirLogic web interface, users can easily select which wireless mode they wish the

WHA-5500CPE to perform.

The WHA-5500CPE 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 WHA-5500CPE becomes the center hub of the wireless network. All wireless cards and clients connect and communicate through

WHA-5500CPE. This type of network is known as “Infrastructure network”. Other WHA-5500CPE or 802.11a CPE can connect to AP mode through “Client Infrastructure

Mode” or “Bridge Infrastructure Mode”. The Access Point mode will act as “WDS AP” when connecting with the “Bridge Infrastructure mode”. Please see Chapter 8 for step-by-step application example of this operation mode.

1.5.2 Repeater Mode

In Repeater mode, the WHA-5500CPE functions as a repeater that extends the range of remote wireless LAN. The WHA-5500CPE’s repeater mode is a universal repeater, not

WDS repeater. Because the radio is divided into client + AP mode, the Repeater mode will have less performance and distance. We recommended using a dual radio product like Airlive WLA-9000AP or WH-9200AP if you require full performance in this application.

Please see Chapter 10 for step-by-step application example of this operation mode.

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1.5.3 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 WHA-5500CPE 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 AP 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. Please see Chapter 9 for step-by-step application example of this operation mode.

1.5.4 Bridge Infrastructure Mode

This mode is also known as "WDS Station" or "Client mode with MAC address

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transparency". The Bridge Infrastructure mode can only connect with “Access Point” mode. 2 Bridge Infrastructure can not connect with each other. It works like client mode with MAC address transparency function. In another word, the MAC addresses of the PCs will be passed instead of the AP's wireless MAC address. If you require Bridge connection with WPA-PSK or WPA-PSK2 connection, please use this mode instead. However, this mode might not work with some outdoor APs. If it occurs, please use Client Infrastructure or WDS Bridge instead. Please see Chapter 8 for step-by-step application example of this operation mode.

1.5.5 Client Infrastructure Mode

This mode is also known as “Client” mode. In Client Infrastructure mode, the WHA-5500CPE 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 WHA-5500CPE to get network access. This mode is often used by WISP on the subscriber’s side. Please see Chapter 8 for step-by-step application example of this operation mode.

For WHA-5500CPE, 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,

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more than one PC can get IP address from remote DHCP server. However, in Client

Infrastructure mode, the WHA-5500CPE always sends the WHA-5500CPE’s wireless MAC address to the remote AP. If you want the WHA-5500CPE to send the PC’s MAC addresses to remote AP, then you should use the “Bridge Infrastructure” mode. Bridge Infrastructure provides the “Mac Address Transparency” functionality.

1.5.6 Client Ad Hoc Mode

In Client Ad Hoc mode, WHA-5500CPE can connect to other wireless adapters without access point. Users can attach a computer or a router to the LAN port of WHA-5500CPE to get network access.

1.5.7 WISP Router Mode

In WISP Router Mode, WHA-5500CPE 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. Please see Chapter 10 for step-by-step application example of this operation mode.

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1.5.8 AP Router Mode

In AP Router Mode, the WHA-5500CPE behaves like a wireless router. The LAN port of the WHA-5500CPE will become WAN port. The wireless network of WHA-5500CPE becomes the LAN side. Please note when this mode is used, the only way to manage the

WHA-5500CPE is through the wireless side unless remote management is opened.

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	2	2. Installing the
	2	WHA-5500CPE

This section describes the hardware features and the hardware installation procedure for the WHA-5500CPE. 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 WHA-5500CPE

The WHA-5500CPE 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 WHA-5500CPE must be installed in the upright position if the unit is located in outdoor or wet environments.

The use of 5GHz spectrum, Turbo modes, and 5/10MHz channel bandwidth 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.

The integrated antenna has forward coverage angle of 30 degree both in vertical and horizontal direction.

The WHA-5500CPE is a 5GHz CPE device only, it can not operate in 2.4GHz.

If you choose to use the external antenna, please remember to connect the external antenna first before power on WHA-5500CPE.

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2.2 Package Content

The WHA-5500CPE package contains the following items:

One WHA-5500CPE main unit

One 48V 0.4A DC power adapter with a splitter

Wall Mounting kit

One CD of the WHA-5500CPE Quick Star Guide

WHA-5500CPE

Mounting Kits

PoE Kits

Regarding to the specification of each application, the PoE Ethernet cable is not included in the package.

You may choose outdoor specification Ethernet cable according to the length you need.

2.3 Hardware Installation

Please take the device unit from the color box, a scroll driver, an Ethernet cable with adequate length according to your application.

1. A scroll driver and Ethernet Cable, four 2. Open the housing of WHA-5500CPE. screws and WHA-5500CPE main unit

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3.Turn the WHA-5500CPE to another side, the RJ-45 jack is at the middle of LEFT side of main board.

4.Plug one side of RJ-45 cable into the

Ethernet port.

5.Put the Ethernet cable along the module, till the exit (at the bottom of Housing).

6.Make sure that the other side of Ethernet cable is out of housing. Close the housing.

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7.Scroll up 4 screws well. Be careful, this is very important; it could protect your device against the water.

8.Plug the Ethernet to the PoE “P + DATA OUT” jack of injector.

9.Plug the power cord of adaptor into the injector “POWER IN” port.

10. Plug the Data Ethernet cable to the port “DATA IN” of injector.

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2.3.1 Mounting Configuration

Your WHA-5500CPE comes standard with 2 plastic straps for pole mounting. Please follow the procedure below to install:

		1	Antenna body - 1pc
		2	M6 washer(φ16mm) - 4 pcs
		3	M6 S/W - 6 pcs
Pole mount 1		4	M6-16 screw - 4 pcs
Pole mount 1		5	M-Shaped mounting - 1 pc
		6	Lock frame - 1 pc
2		7	M6 washer(φ12mm) - 2 pcs
2		8	M6-60 screw - 2 pcs
3		9	5"/32-16 screw - 4 pcs
4	5	10	Plastic anchor - 4 pcs
4	5
		6	7
			3	8
				8

		1	Antenna body - 1pc
		2	M6 washer(φ16mm) - 4 pcs
		3	M6 S/W - 6 pcs
Wall mount	1	4	M6-16 screw - 4 pcs
Wall mount	1	5	M-Shaped mounting - 1 pc
		6	Lock frame - 1 pc
	2	7	M6 washer(φ12mm) - 2 pcs
	2	8	M6-60 screw - 2 pcs
	3	9	5"/32-16 screw - 4 pcs
	3	10	Plastic anchor - 4 pcs
		4	5
		9	10
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2.3.2 Antenna polarization

Pease install the CPE in the UP RIGHT position only.

Do not put the CPE into water.

Pease do not tilt the CPE more than 15 degree angle from vertical.

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	3	3. Configuring the
	3	WHA-5500CPE

The WHA-5500CPE offers many different types of management interface. You can configure through standard web browser (http), secured web (https), command line (telnet). In this chapter, we will explain WHA-5500CPE’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

The default SSID is:

airlive

The default wireless mode is : Client mode

After power on, please wait for 2 minutes for WHA-5500CPE to finish boot up

Please remember to click on “Apply” for new settings to take effect

When you set the “Regulatory Domain” to “All Channels”, the WHA-5500CPE will display all the available channels. However, please make sure the frequency you select is legal to use in your country.

Please remember to enter the correct “Distance” parameter in wireless settings.

Failure to do so can result in poor performance.

The default country code is : United Kingdom.

If you are living outside of EU, please go to Operation Mode->Setup->Regulatory Domain to change country.

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3.2 Prepare your PC

The WHA-5500CPE can be managed remotely by a PC through either the wired or wireless network. The default IP address of the WHA-5500CPE 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.

To prepare your PC for management with the WHA-5500CPE, please do the following:

1.Connect your PC directly to the LAN port on the DC Injector of WHA-5500CPE

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 WHA-5500CPE using your PC.

3.3 Management Interface

The WHA-5500CPE can be configured using one the management interfaces below:

Web Management (HTTP): You can manage your WHA-5500CPE by simply typing its IP address in the web browser. Most functions of WHA-5500CPE can be accessed by web management interface. We recommend using this interface for initial configurations. To begin, simply enter WHA-5500CPE’s IP address (default is

192.168.1.1) on the web 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 transactions are securely encrypted using SSL encryption. Therefore, it is a safe and easy way to manage your WHA-5500CPE. 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 WHA-5500CPE. 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

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Command Line Interface (Telnet): WHA-5500CPE 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 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 192.168.1.1” to start.

When asked for password, please enter “airlive”.

To get a list of available command and their usage, please type “help” on the command prompt.

For more information about Telnet configuration, please go to Chapter 6

Command Line Interface.

3.4 Introduction to Web Management

The WHA-5500CPE 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 WHA-5500CPE behind router or firewall, you might need to open virtual server ports to WHA-5500CPE on your firewall/router

	HTTP:	TCP Port 80
	HTTPS:	TCP/UDP Port 443

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This procedure is not necessary in most cases unless there is a router/firewall between your PC and WHA-5500CPE.

3.4.1 Getting into Web Management

Normal Web Management (HTTP)

To get into the Normal Web Management, simply type in the WHA-5500CPE’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 WHA-5500CPE’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:

1. Select “or you can add an exception”

2.Click on “Add Exception”

3.Click on “Get Certificate”. Then, please enter WHA-5500CPE’s IP address.

Finally, please click on “Confirm Security Exception.”

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3.4.2 Welcome Screen and Login

After the procedure above, the Welcome Screen will appear. Welcome Screen gives a brief introduction of the WHA-5500CPE’s main function category. By click on the function category, it will direct you to the corresponding web management menu.

Wireless Settings: Click on this part will bring you to the wireless operation mode menu. The WHA-5500CPE’s wireless settings are different between wireless modes. Only functions that are applicable to the wireless mode will show to simplify configuration. For example, multiple SSID option is only workable for Access Point and AP Router mode. Therefore, the function will only appear in these 2 modes. For this reason, the first step to configure the WHA-5500CPE is to select the wireless mode. The router mode specific functions are also in this menu category. For explanation of different wireless modes, please refer to Chapter 1.

System Configuration: All non-wireless and router mode settings are in this category. The system configurations including changing password, upload

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3. Configuring the WHA-5500CPE

firmware, backup configuration, settings PING watchdog, and setting management interface. The default management timeout is 10 minutes; we recommend you should change password and management timeout during the first time login.

Tools: Discover network states using ping, traceroute and other tools.

Device Status: This section for monitoring the status of WHA-5500CPE. It provides information on device status, Ethernet status, wireless status, wireless client table, and system log.

Help: This is the online help system for quick reference. We still recommend you to read this user’s guide for more information.

TIPS: You can choose any menu categories to begin; you can switch to other menu later

When you choose one of the menu categories, the WHA-5500CPE will require you to enter the username and password. Please enter “airlive” (all lower cases) for both username and password.

After you enter the correct password, the following screen will appear corresponding to the menu category you selected.

System Configuration

Language Bar

Wireless Settings

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