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Airlive WL-5460AP User Manual

WL-5460AP
54Mbps Multi-Function
Wireless AP
User’s Manual
AirLive WL-5460A P v2 User Manual
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 4
1.2 Firmware Features ............................................................................................................. 6
1.3 Installing WL-5460AP ......................................................................................................... 8
1.3.1 Package Content ..................................................................................................... 8
1.3.2 Hardware Presentation ......................................................................................... 10
1.3.3 Configuration Setups ............................................................................................ 12
1.3.4 Hardware Connection ........................................................................................... 12
2. Operation Mode........................................................................................................................... 14
2.1 Change Operation Mode ................................................................................................. 15
2.2 About the Operation Modes ............................................................................................ 16
2.2.1 Access Point Mode ................................................................................................ 16
2.2.2 Client Mode ............................................................................................................ 18
2.2.3 Bridge Mode ........................................................................................................... 19
2.2.4 WDS Repeater ....................................................................................................... 20
2.2.5 Universal Repeater ............................................................................................... 21
2.2.6 WISP (Client Router) mode ................................................................................. 22
2.2.7 WISP + Universal Repeater mode ...................................................................... 23
2.2.8 Gateway (AP + Router) ........................................................................................ 24
3. Wireless Settings ........................................................................................................................ 25
3.1 Access Point Mode Settings ........................................................................................... 25
3.2 Client Mode Settings ........................................................................................................ 27
3.3 Bridge Mode Settings ....................................................................................................... 29
3.4 WDS Repeater Mode Settings ....................................................................................... 31
3.5 Universal Repeater Mode Settings ................................................................................ 34
3.6 WISP Mode Settings ........................................................................................................ 36
3.7 WISP + Universal Mode Settings ................................................................................... 39
3.8 Gateway Mode (AP + Router) Settings ......................................................................... 43
3.9 Wireless Security .............................................................................................................. 47
3.10 Advanced Wireless Settings ......................................................................................... 52
3.1 1 Access Control ................................................................................................................ 55
3.12 QoS Traffic Control ......................................................................................................... 56
4. System Management ................................................................................................................. 65
4.1 LAN Interface Setup ......................................................................................................... 65
4.2 Upgrade Firmware ............................................................................................................ 66
4.3 Save / Reload Settings .................................................................................................... 67
4.4 Change Password ............................................................................................................ 68
4.5 Enable System Log .......................................................................................................... 69
4.6 NTP Settings ..................................................................................................................... 70
5 System Recovery ......................................................................................................................... 71
6. Specification ................................................................................................................................. 74
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1. Introduction

1.1 Overvie w

AirLive WL-5460AP is an IEEE802.11b/g compliant 11 Mbps & 54 Mbps Ethernet Wireless Access Point. The Wireless Access Point is equipped with two 10/100 M Auto-sensing Ethernet ports for co nn ec ti ng to LAN and als o for cascading to next Wireless Acces s P oint . AirLive WL-5460AP provides 64/128bit WEP encryption, WPA and IEEE802.1x whi ch ensures a high level of security to protect users’ data and privacy. The MAC Address filter prevents the unauth or i zed MAC Addresses from accessing your Wireless LAN. Your network security is therefore double assured. The web-based management utility is provided for easy configuration that your wireless network connection is ensured to be always solid and hassle free.
Wireless Client Isolation
The WL-5460APv2 features the new Wireless Client Isolation function previous available only in more expensive APs. When you enable this function, the wireless clients will not be able to see each other. Therefore, it is an important functio n for o ffice and Hotspot operator to protect the security between different wireless users.
ACK Timeout and TX Power Regulation
The WL-5460APv2 features ACK timeout function to let you adjust the timeout value for long distance operation. In addition, 5-level TX power adjustment let you match different antennas for law compliance. T he ability to set lower TX output power is also crucial if you want to match the AP with external power amplifier.
Extended Security Features
The WL-5460APv2 support WEP, WPA and WPA2 security functions. In addition, WPA enterprise for 802.1x authent icat or are fea tur ed for AP and WDS mode. The combinati on of Encryption, Hide SSID and Access Control ensures your wireless network is completely secured from intruder.
Whether it's for office or home environment, the AirLive 802.11g family bring you the maximum performance and security for today's high speed wireless network.
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Application
Example 1
Example 2
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1.2 Firmware Features

* For South America only. Not available for other regions.
AirLive Wireless AP Firmware Features
Fir mware e11: The Mo st Powerful AP Firmware Ever!
WL-5460AP
As the leading global WISP solution provider, AirLive understands the application environments of WISP operators. As a result, we are constantly upgrading our AP’s firmware to meet the changing demand of WISP operators. The latest E11 firmware adds high end features not commonly found in the AP of this class. The AirLive multi-function Access Points not only work for long distance application, they work much better than the competitions.
8 Wireless Ope ration Modes
The AirLive WL-5460AP can operate in 8 different wireless modes. It can work as a
Up to 400mW of Output Power*
AirLive’s high quality hardware let the AP expand it s RF output power up to 26dBm using South American firmware. That’s 4 times the output power of regular AP! It means much greater
Wireless Router, AP, Client, Repeater, Bridge, and much more. Whether it is for home, office, or WISP; the AirLive AP has a solution for you.
distance and cover ag e.
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Traffic Control QoS Function
Traffic Control is a gr eat tool to control the bandwidth of the WISP subscribers. Therefore, the WISP o per ator s c an o ffer different class of connection speeds for different subscr i ption fees - just like the ADSL service! The AirLive advance Traffic Control firmware can control the bandwidth by Interface or IP/MAC.
Dynamic Signal Survey Function for Antenna Alignment
Having trouble align your antenna correctly to the other outdoor AP? The AirLive Wireless Signal Survey function tells you the receiving
signal strength dynamically as your antenna turns. It automatically refreshes itself in the process, therefore, making ant e nn a alignment much simpler than before.
Wireless Site Survey Connection Wizard
During a new WISP service installation, the installer will need to find out which outdoor AP provide the best signal in the area for connection. The AirLive wireless site survey function provides one step setup for this process. First, the site survey page shows which AP has the strongest the signal. Then the installer perf orms antenna alignment by using the signal survey function. At last, the installer simply clicks on “connect” button to establish connection. The site survey is available even in AP mode, so the installer can check the channels used by surrounding APs to avoid interferences.
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Telnet Function
Some WISP operators prefer to use CLI command line for configurations. The latest e11 firmware provide full command line feature via Telnet.
Wireless Client Isolation
AirLive firmware’s Client Isolation function protects the security and privacy of each individual subscriber. Therefore, subscri ber does not need to worry about hacker attacks in the same wireless network.
Emergency Recover y
How many times your machine crashed and lost access compl etel y? The AirLive’s Emergency web server function means you can recover your AP even during if the machine failed during a firmware upgrade. This greatly reduces the service loading
for WISP operators.

1.3 Installing WL-5460AP

This section describes the installation procedure for the WL-5460AP. It starts with a summary of the content of the package you have purchased, followed by steps of how to power up and connect the WL-5460AP. Finally, this section explains how to config ur e a Windows PC to communicate with the WL-5460AP.

1.3.1 Package Content

The WL-5460AP package contains the follow ing items:
ü One WL-5460AP main unit ü One 12V DC power adapter ü Indoor detachable Omni Antenna x 1 ü One CD of the WL-5460AP ü Quick Start Guide
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1.3.2 Hardware Presentation

LED # Display Color Indication
1 Power Green Lights on when the device is powered.
2 Status Red Lights on when the device is booting, lights off af te r boot
successfully.
3 Link/Act Green Lights on when any one client connected. Blinking when sending
or receiving data.
4 WEP/WPA Green Lights on when wireless security is enabled
5 MAC Ctrl Green 6 Bridge /
Repeater 7 LAN1 Green Lights on when the port is actively connected, blinking when 8 LAN2 Green
Green
Lights on when MAC control is enabled.
Lights on when Bridge or Repeater is enabled
transmitting or receiving data.
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Press over 3 secon d s t o r eb oot this device.
Item # Function Description
A Power Adaptor 12V 1A power supply adaptor delivered with product.
B LAN1 LAN port
C LAN2 LAN port 2 or WAN port(Gateway Mode only)
D (Factory) Reset
Press for over 10 seconds to restore factory settings. Performing the Factory Reset will erase all previously
entered device settings.
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1.3.3 Configuration Setups

The factory default settings of WL-5460AP are as follow i ng :
Settings Default Value Device Name WL-5460AP Radio 802.11b/g SSID airlive Channel 11 WEP Disabled IP Address 192.168.100.252 DHCP Server Disabled. Available and default enabled when each of
the wireless is configured as a gateway.
DHCP IP Range 192.168.100.100 ~ 192.168.100.200

1.3.4 Hardware Connection

Note: Before you starting hardware connection, you are advised to find an appropriate
location to place the Access Point. Usually, the best place for the Acce ss Point is at the center of your wireless network, with line of straight to all your wireless stations. Also, remember to adjust the antenna; usually the higher the antenna is placed; the better will be the performance.
1. Connect to your local area network: connect an Ethernet c able to one of the Ethernet port (LAN1 or LAN2) of this Wireless Access Point, and the other end to a hub, switch, router, or another wireless access point.
2. Power on the device: connect the included AC power adapter to the Wireless Access Point’s power port and the other end to a wall outlet.
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匡Check the LED:
The Power and LAN # LED should be ON. LAN# LED will even blink if there is traffic. The Link/Act LED w il l be on i n sta tic when as soc iate d w ith a stati on a nd bli nk w henev er t his AP receives data packets in the air. If the Statu s LED glo ws after self-test , it m e an s th e Wireless Access Point fails on self test. Please ask your dealer for technical support.
1 Please make sure your computer IP is in the same subnet as the AP (i.e.
192.168.100.x).
2 Please make sure your computer has wireless network adapter installed. 3 Open the web browser and enter http://192.168.100.252/.
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2. Operation Mode

The WL-5460AP device provides all 8 modes of wireless operational applications with:
Mode Radio LAN 1 LAN 2
AP AP LAN LAN Client Client LAN LAN Bridge WDS LAN LAN WDS Repeater WDS + AP LAN LAN Universal Repeater AP + Client LAN LAN WISP Client Router LAN LAN WISP + Universal
Client Router + AP LAN
Repeater Gateway AP+ Router WAN LAN
LAN
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2.1 Change Operation Mode

Select Operation
After reboot, click
WL-5460AP is def ault in AP mode. I f the mode had been changed, click the “Mode” button to change back.
To change operation Mode:
1. Click on “Mode“
2. Select Operation Mode in the main page
3. Reboot device
4. Click Setup for detail configuration
“Setup” for detail configuration
Mode and reboot the system
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2.2 About the Operation Modes

This device provides four operational applications with Access Point, Bridge, Client (Ad-hoc) and Client (Infrastructure) modes, which are mutually exclusive.
This device is shi pped w ith config urati on th at i s funct ional rig ht out of t he box. If you w ant to change the settings in order to perform more advanced configuration or even change the mode of operation, you can use the web-based utility provided by the manufacturer as described in the following sections.

2.2.1 Access Point Mode

When acting as an access point, this device connects all the stations (PC/notebook with wireless network adapter) to a wired network. All stations can have the Internet access if only the Access Point has the Internet connection. See the sample application below.
To set the operation mode to Access Point, please go to “Mode” field and select the “AP” mode.
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2.2.2 Client Mode

If set to Client (Infrastructure) m ode, this device can work like a wireless station when it’s connected to a c o mpu t er s o t hat the computer can send packets from wired end to w ir el ess interface. Refer to the illustration below. This station (AP1 plus the connected computer 1) can associate to an ot h er Access Point (AP2), a nd then can have the Internet acc ess if the other Access Point (AP2) has the Internet connection.
To set the operation mode to Client (Infrastructure), please go to 早Mode旨field and select the “Client” mode.
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2.2.3 Bridge Mode

The WDS (Wireless Distributed System) function let this access point acts as a wireless LAN access point and repeater at the same time. Users can use this feature to build up a large wireless network in a large space like airports, hotels and schools …etc. This feature is also useful when users want to bridge networks between buildings where it is impossible to deploy network cable connections between these buildings.
To set the operation mode to Client (Infrastructure), please go to “Mode” field and select the “Bridge” mode.
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2.2.4 WDS Repeater

Refer to the illustration below. While acting as Bridges, AP1 (with Station 1 being associated to) and AP2 (with Station 2 being associated) can communicate with each other through wireless interface (with WDS). Thus Station 1 can communicate with Station 2 and both Station 1 and Station 2 are able to access the Internet if only AP1 or AP2 has the Internet connection.
To set the operation mode to Client (Infrastructure), please go to “Mode” field and select the “WDS Repeater” mode.
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2.2.5 Universal Repeater

An universal repeater can also extend the wireless coverage of another wireless AP or router . But t he univ ersal repeat er does not req uire the remo te dev ice to have WDS functi on. Therefore, it can work with almost any wireless device.
To set the operation mode to Client (Infrastructure), please go to “Mode” field and select the “Universal Repeater” mode.
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2.2.6 WISP (Client Router) mode

In WISP mode, the AP will behave just the same as the Client mode for wireless function. However, router functions are added betw een the wireles s WAN side and the Et hernet LAN side. Therefore, the WISP subscriber can share the W ISP connection without the need for extra router.
To set the operation mode to Client (Infrastructure), please go to “Mode” field and select the “WISP” mode.
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2.2.7 WISP + Universal Repeater mode

In this mode, the AP behaves virtually the same as the WISP mode, except one thing: the AP can also send wireless signal to the LAN side. That means the AP can connect with the remote WISP AP and the indoor wireless card, and then provide IP sharing capability all at the same time!
To set the operation mode to Client (Infrastructure), please go to “Mode” field and select the “WISP + Universal Repeater” mode.
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2.2.8 Gateway (AP + Router)

In this mode, router functions are added between one Ethernet port and the other network interface. The radio is an AP mode which allow wireless client to share the internet connection. To set the operation mode to Client (Infrastructure), please go to “Mode” field and select the “Gateway” mode.
To set the operation mode to “GW Mode”, Please go to “Mode à GW” and click the Setup button for configurati on .
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