ARRIS SD230 User Manual

Series 6000

SD230 Access Appliance

User’s Guide

Preliminary

September 2003

601004-00X

Warning: This product may not be exported outside the United States and
Canada without authorization from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of
Export Administration. Any export or re-export by the purchaser, directly or
indirectly, in contravention of U.S. Export Administration Regulation is prohibited.

This document may not be reproduced, in whole or part, without the written
permission of coaXmedia, Inc. The contents of this document are subject to
change without notice. coaXmedia, Inc. assumes no liability for damages
resulting from the use of this product or for the information contained in this
manual.

coaXmedia and the coaXmedia logo are trademarks of coaXmedia, Inc.
All trademarked products mentioned in this document are trademarks of their

respective companies.

© Copyright 2001 coaXmedia, Inc. All rights reserved.
Printed in U.S.A.

Limited Warranty

coaXmedia guarantees that every SD-Series Access Appliance will be free
from physical defec ts in material and workmanship under normal use for one (1)
year from the date of purchas e. If the product is determined to be defective
during the warranty period, please call coaXmedi a’ s or your equipment provider’s
Customer Support to obtai n a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number.
The RMA number should be clearly marked on the outside of the package, when it
is shipped. If returned product is determined to be functioning properly, a nominal
processing fee may be c harged to cover shipping and handling.

This product contains no end-us er serviceable parts; authorized technicians
should perform all service.

IN NO EVENT WILL COAXMEDIA BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT,
CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES ARISING
OUT OF THE USE, INABILITY TO USE, OR PERFORMANCE OF THE COAXMEDIA
PRODUCT (S), ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE, OR DOCUMENTATION,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS
OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, BASED UPON PRINCIPLES OF CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER TORT, BREACH OF ANY
STATUTORY DUTY, PRINCIPLES OF INDEMNITY OR CONTRIBUTION, EVEN I F
COAXMEDIA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Furthermore, coaXmedia makes no warranty or representation (expressed,
implied, or statutory) with respect to its produc t s, accompanying sof tware, or
documentation, or to their use, as well as disclai ms against their qualit y,
performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. Therein,
coaXmedia does not warranty that the products will be error free or will operate
without interruption.

coaXmedia reserves the right to revi se or update its products, software, or
documentation without obligation to notify any individual or enti ty.

FCC Compliance

The coaXmedia access appliance has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B personal computer and peripherals, 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 unit does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the unit off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected

• Consult the dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning

: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's
authorization to operate this equipment.

This device complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. The radiated output power of this device is below the
FCC radio frequency exposure limits. However, this device should still be installed
and used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal
operation is minimized. In order to comply with RF exposure limits, the antenna
used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at
least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents........................................................................... i

Contact Information..................................................................... 1

1 Important Rules for Safe Operation...................................... 2

1.1 Service................................................................................3

2 Introduction ...........................................................................4

2.1 Features..............................................................................4

2.2 What You Have....................................................................5

2.3 What You Need....................................................................5

2.3.1 Building Requireme nts....................................................5

2.3.2 Personal Computer Requirements....................................5

Using this Guide.............................................................................6

3 About the Access Appliance................................................... 7

3.1 Front Panel..........................................................................7

3.2 Rear Panel...........................................................................8

4 Installing the Access Appliance............................................. 9

4.1 Overview.............................................................................9

4.1.1 Before Installing ............................................................9

4.1.2 Building Requireme nts....................................................9

4.1.3 PC Requirements...........................................................9

4.1.4 Review the Safety Recommendat i ons...............................9

4.1.5 Gather Tools..................................................................9

4.1.6 Select Location..............................................................9

4.2 Connecting the Access Appliance.........................................10

4.3 Step by Step......................................................................11

5 Configuring Your PC............................................................. 13

5.1 How to Configure your PC for DHCP.....................................13

6 Using your Access Appliance ............................................... 14

6.1 Using the Connection..........................................................14

6.2 Disconnecting ....................................................................14

7 Troubleshootin g Connection Problems ...............................15

8 Specifications....................................................................... 16

9 Optional Equipme nt and Replacement Parts ...................... 17

10 SD230 Wireless Access Point Administrator Setup.………..18

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Contact Information

If after reading through the provid e d d ocume nta tion y ou s till ha v e
questions regarding your Access Appliance, use these contact points to
request the information you need:

Support

Phone: 877-885-COAX / 877-885-2629 (toll free)
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]

Sales

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]

The coaXmedia Web Page

http://www.coaXmedia.com

See your Service Contract/Agreement for the appropriate customer service
or technical support phone numbers.

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1 Important Rules for Safe Operation

The Access Appliance has been engineered with both

Check power sources. Plug this device only into the recommended
power source indicated on the product’s marking label. If you are not
sure what type of power source is provided at your location, consult y our
local power company or ot he r certified expe r t .

Always use the provided power adapter. Always use the power
adapter provided with the product. And do not use any substitutes. If
the provided adapter becomes damaged or misplaced, see page 17.

Be careful of overloading. Do not overl oa d wa l l outl e t s or extension
cords, as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. Don’t use any
frayed power cords. Don’t stretch cord s to reach the appliance or other
devices: tension at the conne ctors is a fire hazard.

Avoid damaging power cords. Arrange power supply cords so that
they are out of the way. Route them through areas where it is unlikely
they will be walked on or objects rolled over them.

Avoid placing the product near any heat source. Never place this
product near any heat s ource . This includes any kitchen app lia nces
(ovens, toasters, etc.), he a t i ng v ents, or any other heat source. This is a
fire hazard.

Do not use the product near water. Never use this product anywhere
near a water source or in a damp area. Don’t use it near bathroom or
kitchen water sources such as sinks or washing app lia nces. Don’t use it
near pools. Don’t use it in a damp area such as a basement.

Avoid stacking. Avoid stacking this item on top of or under othe r
devices that can generate or radiate he a t . Such s t a ck ing can concentrate
heat sources in a small area and creates a fire hazard.

Use caution when moving the product. Use caution whenever
moving the Access Appliance. If dropped, resulting damage could render
the appliance inoperable or a fire hazard.

Ground the cable system. Be sure the outside cable system is
grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up
static charges. Section 810 of the Nationa l Ele ctric Cod e , ANSI/NFP A No.
70-1984 (section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, P a rt 1) p rov ides
information with respect to proper grounding of the cable system. Always
refer to local building codes to ensure compliance with all applicable
grounding requirements.

Do not connect or disconnect the RF coax cable to or from your
access appliance while it is plugged into the power source.

Unplug the power adaptor before cleaning. Do not use liq uid

cleaner or any aerosol cleaner. Us e only a damp cloth for cleaning.
Protect from lightning. For added protection for this product during a

lightning storm, unplug the all devices from the coaxial cable and power
sources when they are not in use, especially for any extended time.

Wait at least 10 seconds after disconnecting the power adaptor
before re-connecting it.

performance and safety in mind. However, safety is also your
responsibility. Read and observe all these recommended
safety precautions.

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1.1 Service

Do not remove covers from or attempt to service the product
yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous

voltage or other hazards and void the product warranty.
Refer servicing of this product to qualified service personnel under the

conditions listed here:

• When the power supply or cord is damaged.

• If liquid has been s pilled onto or objects have fallen onto the product.

• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions.

• If the product had been dropped or its enclosure has been damaged.

• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, such as

the inability to perform basic functions, indicating a need for service.

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SD230 Access Appliance

2 Introduction

CoaXmedia welcomes you to the world of B roadband. Through the use of
our SD230 WAP (Wireless Access Point) Acce ss Appliance and your
wireless PC, you can take advantage of the many Internet s ervices
available today, and will be ready with high-speed connectivity that is
required for the services of tomorrow. The SD230 Access Appliance was
designed with the general computer user in mind, to insure fast, easy
installation and operation. CoaXmedia has alleviated the typical concerns
of installing new computer equip me nt, ma k i ng this product’s setup easi e r
than that of a VCR. And once it’s set up, using the product is as simple as
double-clicking an icon.

2.1 Features

•

Provides access to Broadband services

• Easy to install and use

• Doesn’t require opening the P C or cha ng i ng e x is ting network settings

• Unique geometric design with clearly marked status indicators

• Multiple units can operate in a s ing le building or within a single

dwelling

• Operates over existing cable TV or CATV wiring without interfering

with reception or other services in any way

• Utilizes patented transmission techniques specifically designed to

overcome topology issues commonly found in the on-premises cable
distributions networks of Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs)

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2.2 What You Have

Check the SD230 Access Appliance package. In addition to this

Guide (CD),

the package should contain:

User’s

• 1 Access Applia nce

• 1 External 2dBi Antenna

• 2 coaxial cables

• 1 Diplex-Filter or splitter (depending on SD model)

• 1 power adapter with attached power cord

If you are missing an item, please contact your service provider.

2.3 What You Need

In addition the Access Appliance package, you will need the following:

• 1 Personal Computer - see requirements below

7

• 1

/16” or adjustable wrench (optional) — may be needed to loosen

and tighten cable connections .

• 1 CATV wall outlet

2.3.1 Building Requirements

This unit will only operate in buildings utilizing coaXmedia Internet Access
Solutions.

2.3.2 Personal Computer Requirements

The Personal Computer (PC) must meet the following:

• Have an 802.11b wireless clie nt d evice installed.

• Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or late r, or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or

later

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Using this Guide

This

User’s Guide

operation of your Access Appliance. Throughout this guide, special icons
have been used to highlight specific points. Although many of these
highlights are simply informative in na ture , s e v e ra l d e note points of user
safety and should b e re ad thoroughly and understood. The icons used in
this manual are defined below:

Important Notes or Required Reading Note

Warnings and Safety Information

Stop, review before proceeding

has been provided to assist you in the installation and

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3 About the Access Appliance

3.1 Front Panel

The LED indicators on the front of the Access Appliance indicate its
current operation status. These five indicators are described below. There
are 3 red LEDs on the WAP that can be seen through the front panel
above and behind the 5 front panel LEDs. From left to right these are
Link, Activity, and WAP Power. Under normal operation all LEDs are lit.
The Activity LED will flicker during Transmit or Receive activity.

LED Description Operation

P Power

S Sync

T

R Receive Data

D

Transmit

Data

Diagnostics/

Disable

On when power is being provided by the power
adapter

Off when the Access Appliance is not receiving a
service signal from the central access equipment

Blinks when the Access Appliance has not been
activated by the central access equipment

On steadily when the Access Appliance has been
activated by the central access equipment
(making Internet connection possible)

On when data is ready to be transmitted. (May
blink fast when sending streams of data.)

On when the Access Appliance is waiting for the
PC to read data. (May blink fast when receiving
streams of data.)

On when maintenance or diagnostics is b e ing
performed by the central access equipment, or
when the Access Appliance is disabled –
preventing access to the Internet

May blink randomly if a fault is detected by the
Access Appliance

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3.2 Rear Panel

The ports at the back of the Access Appliance connect the appliance to
your computer, power, and to coax ne twork . Whe n ma k i ng these
connections, the TV/VCR and computer should b e unplugged from the
power source as a precaution.

Port Description Usage

Used for connecting the Appliance to the
coax network via the coaxial cable. The

RF

PWR Power

Antenna

Coax

Connector

RSMA

Connector

other end of this cab l e connects to the
diplex-filter connector labeled X. (The
diplex-filter is in turn connected by cable
to the existing TV coax cable.)

Used to provide power to the unit. One
end of the power cord should be attached
to the Access Appliance and the
transformer end plugged into a wall power
outlet.

Used to connect the external antenna to
the Access Appliance.

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4 Installing the Access Appliance

These sections provide step-by-step instructions on installing you Access
Appliance.

4.1 Overview

The SD230 Access Appliance is e a s y to install taking an averag e of 15
minutes to setup. However, before getting started, it is important for you
to read the following information.

4.1.1 Before Installing

The WAP should be setup with the administrator specified settings before
the unit is connected to the coax feed (Section 10).

4.1.2 Building Requirements

This unit will only operate in buildings utilizi ng coa Xmed i a
Internet Access Solutions.

4.1.3 PC Requirements

The SD230 Access Appliance requires the use of an

802.11b client Wireless Network Interface Card
installed in your PC

Interface Card, one must be installed before you can use the
Access Appliance. Many computer retail stores and service
centers can perform this task, if you require assistance.

4.1.4 Review the Safety Recommendations

It is important to review the Safety Recommendations to
insure the proper inst a l lation and operation of your Acces s
Appliance. See the Safety Re commendations Section of this
User’s Guide.

; if you PC does not have this Network

4.1.5 Gather Tools

Although most installations do not require any special tools, it
may be necessary to use a 7/16” wrench or pliers to loosen
an existing coax ca ble connection on a TV or CATV wall
outlet. It is also desirable to lightly tighten all coax cable
connections associat ed with installing t he Access Appliance to
insure solid, reliable connections; this ca n b e done with a
wrench, with pliers or by ha nd.

Select Location

The first aspect of installing your ne w Ap p lia nce will be
selecting a CATV outlet that is located near your computer.
When making your selection, consid e r whe re you use your
PC/laptop and the distance between that location and the
CATV outlet. Although coaxial cables are provided with your
Appliance, they may not be long e noug h for y our ins ta l la tion;
if this is the case, longer cables can be obtained at a local
store (RG-6 or RG-59 with F-type conne ctors ).

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t

t

4.2 Connecting t he Access Appl i a nce

This illustration diagrams the series of steps involved in connecting the
parts together. Many parts have labeled connectors; those labels are in
bold type. Two pieces of cable come packaged with the appliance; they
are referred to as the “provided” cables.

Use the 8 ft coaxial cable

(provided) to connect from the

diplex-filter’s X connector to

the Access Appliance’s RF por

(

Plug it into the
diplex-filter’s
TV connector

Unplug the TV (VCR) cable from
the room’s cable outlet

Use the 2 ft. coaxial

#

$

cable (provided) to
connect from the
diplex-filter’s IN
connector to the wall
outlet

!

Plug the
transformer cord

&

into the Access
Appliance ‘s PWR
connector

Access Appliance

With all other

'

connections
secure, plug
the
transformer
into the wall
power outlet

Note: To ensure proper operation and UL compliance of product
in the USA, only use Fairway model WN10A-050 power supply

using an 802.11b

Network Interface

%

Connect to the

Wireless Clien

Card installed in

the client PC.

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Turn off power to the computer and TV (or VCR)

before

connecting up the cables as a precaution. It i s r e commended to
disconnect them from the wall power outlets.

4.3 Step by Step

1 Disconnect the TV from the CATV Outlet

Locate the cabl e connecting your TV (or VCR) to the wall cable
TV/CATV outlet. Unscrew the end from the wall connector. Leave
the other end connected to the TV/VCR. If you a ren’t using a TV in
the room, just skip this step.

2 Connect the TV to the Diplex-Filter

Connect the end of the coaxial cable that was unscrewed from the
TV/CATV outlet to TV port of the included diplex-filter. If a TV or
other device is not being used, leave the TV port unconnected.

Do not substitute a generic cable splitter for the
provided diplex-filter;

damage the TV or Access Appliance, the diplex-filter
improves the Appliance’s operational reliability

If you are not connecting to a TV in the room

should use the provided diplex-filter, leaving the TV
connector unconnected.

If you use one or more cable splitters

you may continue to use them; howeve r, y ou should
install the diplex-filter so that it is the first device
connected to the TV/CATV outlet.

3 Connect the Diplex-Filter to the CATV Outlet

a) Locate the short est coaxial cabl e included with the Access

Appliance and connect one end to the IN port of the diplex-filter.

b) Connect the loose end of that coaxial cable to the CATV wall

Outlet.

4 Connect the Access Appliance to the Diplexer

a) Locate the remai ni n g coaxial cable incl uded with the Access

Appliance and connect one end to the X port of the diplex-filter.

b) Connect the loose end of that coaxial cable to the RF port of the

Access Appliance .

Make sure are all conne ctions are secure; if necessa ry , use
a wrench or pliers to lightly tighten the connections .

5 Connect the Power Adapter to the Appliance

Locate the included power adapter and connect the appropriate end
to the PWR port on the Access Appliance.

6 Apply Power to the Access Appliance

Before plugging the adapter into the power outlet, consult these
important notes:

although doing so will not

in the room,

, you

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Please check the voltage requirements printed on
the power adapter before plugging it into an AC
power outlet.

specification does not match what is being provided at
your AC outlet, contact your service provide r or coa Xmed i a
for a replacement.

If the power adapter’s input voltage

Power can now be applied to the Appliance by plugging the power
adapter into a unused AC powe r outle t (on a wa ll, p owe r s t rip , s urg e
protector, or UPS).

The P indicator on the Appliance front panel should light
up when power is applied. (See also a description of the
front panel lights on page 15.)

Now that the Access Appliance setup has been completed, you can set up
your computer to use the connection.

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5 Configuring Your PC

Now that all the necessary hardware connections have be en made, your
computer’s network configuration may ne e d to be adjusted. Often

w

hen using the Ethernet connection, Internet Service Providers
require your Ethernet card to be configured to obtain an IP
address automatically (DHCP). Instructions for making the

.

tab. *

Internet

See note

icon.

necessary adjustment can be found below, however your

service provider may supply you with additional instructions that should
take precedence. Please refer to these instructions if supplied.

5.1 How to Conf igure your PC for DHCP

The following DHCP configuration procedure applies to the following
Operating Systems:

Windows 98 Windows 2000
Windows M

e

For Windows 98:

1. Click on

2. Double-click on the

3. Double-click on

below.

4. At the

Address automatical ly

5. Click
to reboot, please do so now.

Start, Settings

TCPIP

IP Address

OK,

then on

, then

Network

. Select the

tab, place a check in the

circle.

OK

once more. If the computer promp t s you

For Windows 2000 and Windows ME:

1. C

lick on

Start, Settings

2. Double-click on the

3. Right-click on the

Properties

4. Double-click on

below.

5. At the

General

automatically

6. Place a check in the

automatically

7. Click

Apply

reboot, please do so now.

.

Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). *See note

tab, place a check in the

circle.

circle.

, and then click

, then

Network and Dial-Up Connections

Local Area Connection

Obtain DNS server address

OK.

For Windows XP:

Windows XP

Control Panel

icon.

IP Address

Obtain an IP

Control Panel.

icon and select

Obtain an IP Address

If the computer prompts you to

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1. For Windows XP, click on

2. Click on

Network and Internet Connections

Network Connection

3. Right-click on the

Properties

4. Double-click on

below.

5. At the

General

automatically

6. Place a check in the

automatically

7. Click

Apply

reboot, please do so now.

Local Area Connection

.

Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). *See note

tab, place a check in the

circle.

circle.

, and then click

Start, Settings

.

Obtain DNS server address

OK.

Note: If information is already entered in these fields, be sure

to write down all this information before making any changes.
You will need to reenter this after you’re d one us ing the
coaXmedia SD200. Under Windows 2000, you mus t be logged
in using an account with administrators’ rights in ord e r to ma k e
the necessary changes.

For Unlisted Operating Systems:

If you are using a PC with an Apple, Linux or any other operating
systems not mentioned pre v ious ly , please refer to your operat ing
system’s documentation for inst ructions on how to e na ble DHCP
client operation.

SD230 Access Appliance

, then

Control Panel

then click on

icon and select

Obtain an IP Address

If the computer prompts you to

.

6 Using your Access Appliance

6.1 Using the Connect i on

Your Access Appliance provid es you with an “Always-On” connection to
the Internet so simply start up your e-mail client, Web browser,
newsgroup reader, or othe r Inte rne t a p plications and use them as us ua l.

Note: If you are concerned that someone may attempt to access your
computer via the Internet, you can us e a ny number of firewall or Internet
security software tools to prevent remote access. Another solution is to
disconnect the compute r cable or disconnect p owe r fr om y our Acce ss
Appliance.

6.2 Disconnecting

If you have any security concerns a b out leaving your PC connected while
it is not in use, simply close the wireless connection between the PC and
WAP.

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7 Troubleshooting Connection Problems

The P (Power) and S (Sync) LEDs should be ON; and you should see the
T (Transmit) and R (Receive) LEDs flash when you attempt to browse the
Internet. All three (unlabled) LEDs should be illuminated on the access
point card.

If the S or D LED is blinking or no LEDs are on, check all the hardware
connections and cabl e s (refer to

If this problem persists, contact your service provider for assistance. (See
also page 7 for a description of the Front Panel status LEDs.)

Connecting to the Acces s Appliance

).

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8 Specifications

Client Interface

Wireless transfer speed

Indicators
Connectivity Wireless 802.11b

Front panel LEDs

Electrical Specifications

AC Adaptor Option 1

Environmental Specifications

Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Humidity 10% to 90% non-condensing

Up to 11Mb/s (up to 22Mb/s with compatible
client card)

Inputs: 100-240VAC 50/60 Hz
Output: 5VDC, 2A

0° to +40° C

-40° to +75° C

SD230 Access Appliance

Physical Specifications

Dimensions

7.125”wide, 7.875” deep, 1.875” height

Agency and Regulatory Compliance

Certifications

FCC
UL / ULc

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9 Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts

Many optional and replaceme nt p a rts are available for the SD230 a cce ss
appliance.

If you need to replace or add a part, consult the service provider from
whom you obtained this product.

These appliance options and replacements are available. Specify the part
number(s) as well as description(s) of any part when ordering to ensure
correct identifica ti on of t he item.

Sales Part # Description

MK200-001 SD200 Wall Security Bracket Kit
UD230-001 SD230 Access Appliance User’s Guide

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10 SD230 Wireless Access Point Administr ator Setup

The default settings for the coaXmedia SD230 Wireless Access Point (WAP) are pre-set from the factory.
These settings are slightly different from the default settings of the stan d-alone WAP and will be outlined
here. It must be noted that if for some reason the reset button on the WAP* (or through the browser utility)
is activated, the settings will have to be re-defined. The changes are as follows: DHCP Server under the

IP Setting tab on the WAP is selected to Off and the Diversity Antenna optio n is selected under the
Advanced Setting tab under Antenna Selection.

The default LAN IP of the access p oint is 192.168.1.1. To s et up the SD230 Access Point for configuration
changes, connect the unit to the 5V supply only, leaving the RF cable feed disconnected. Using a desktop or
laptop computer with a wireless clie nt ca rd , configure the TCP/IP settings to use the following IP :

192.168.1.5 and subnet mask: 255.255.255.0. Select
command prompt under the accessories tab in the programs menu on Windows based machines and type in
the command
the address field then enter. The Enter Network Password window should come up (figure 1). Type

admin

in the User Name field and type
Point Status screen will come up and display the menu bar along with access point status information
(figure 2).

ipconfig

then enter to verify the settings. Open a web browser and type

admin

ok

and ok to enable the new settings . You ca n us e the

http://192.168.1.1

in the Password field followed by the enter key. The Access

in

Figure 1

Figure 2

*note: The SD230 reset button is internal to the unit and re quires separation of the housing to a cce s s .

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Select the Basic Setting tab (figure 3). This is where you can ass i g n the a ccess point a unique name, SSID
(Service Set Identifier) identifier label, channel, and WEP (Wired Equivalency Privacy) encryption. We are
currently defining the WAP’s AP Name and SSID as

TEW310APB

13 can be selected on the WAP and is dependant upon which channel is subjected to the least interference
from other devices operating in the 2.4GHz range (portable phones, adjacent access points, etc.). The
default for WEP Key encryption is
If WEP Key encryption is enabled, 64-b it e ncry p tion re quires 10 HEX values (or 5 ASCII characters), 128-bit
encryption requires 26 HEX values (or 10 ASCII chara cters ), a nd 256-b i t e ncry p tion re q uire s 58 HEX va lue s
(or 29 ASCII characters). Hex values are the numbers 0 through 9 and the letters A through F, ASCII
charters are any of the alphanumeric keys on the keyboard. There are 4 encryption keys that can be set,
they must all be the same typ e (ie 124bit and ASCII or 64bit and HEX). If key 1 is set for the default key,
then key 1 on the client computer must match these settings. Please make a note of the SSID identifier and
encryption WEP Key(s), Mode, and values for future reference. (Note: Confirm that the wireless card on the
client computer being used to set up the WAP is compatible with the encryption modes selected on the WAP
as it will be necessary to apply the matching WEP encryption settings to the client computer to continue
setup of the access point.) Select the
start. Make the appropriate changes to the client computer WEP values to proceed with the WAP setup.

for the AP Name and

default

for the SSID field. The default Channel is 1. Channel 1 through

disable

. Encryption Mode default is

Apply

key for the changes to take effect. The access point will re-

coaXmediaWAP

. The access point fa ct ory defaults are

HEX

but can be selected for

ASCII

.

Figure 3

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Select the IP Setting tab (figure 4). This is where you can change the Fixed IP, Subnet Mask, and Gateway
address if so desired. Please add this information to the encryption data taken earlier if it is changed.
Currently it is advised to set the Fixed IP to 1 less than the coaXmedia Gateway and decrement the
gateways DHCP upper address pool by 1. If multiple WAPs are to be installed, decrement the fixed IPs and
adjust the DHCP upper address pool as deemed appropriate. On the WAP, insert the coaXmedia gateways
subnet mask and rfLAN IP in the Subnet Mask and Gateway fields. Doing this will allow future control of
the WAP through the computer running the coZmo network control a pplication. DO NOT select Obtain IP
Automatically. Select DHCP Server Off if it is not already selected. Select the
to take effect. The access point will re-start. (Note: If the fixed IP is changed and you want to continue
with the WAP setup, you must reconfigure the IP of the client computer to one that is within the same IP
group that was assigned to the WAP.)

Apply

key for the changes

Figure 4

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Select the Advanced Setting tab (figure 5). This is where the access point operation mode is defined. The
default AP Mode is
desired to run the access point in bridge mode). This is also where the antenna selection is made. The
default value for Antenna Selection is Left Antenna, which is the e xternally mounted antenna on the
SD200 WAP. It is desired to have Diversity Antenna selected for the best performance. Select the
key for the changes to take effect. The access point will re-start.

AP

and is where the access point will normally be set (in some instances it may be

Apply

Figure 5

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The Security tab brings up the screen that allows the access point Administrator id and AP Password
to be changed (figure 6). The default values for the Administrator ID and AP Password are

admin.

Please note the new ID and password if they are changed. The MAC Filter section is disabled by

default but can be enabled to allow or deny PCs with a particular MAC ID as specified in the list.

admin

and

Figure 6

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The Tools menu (figure 7) allows the user to save the current setup of the access point as a
local administrator client pc. This is useful for restoring the device back to its user-defined values if for some
reason the access point has been reset to the factory default or any other non-desirable values. To back up
the settings select the Backup tab. The file will be saved as
choose to save it in. The file can be renamed if multiple configurations are to be saved. To restore the
settings select the Browse… tab then browse to the .bin configuration file you wish to restore. Select the
Restore tab to load the file settings. The Restore to default settings tab will restore the access point
back to its original default settings (not the coaXmedia default settings). Using this tab is not recommended
unless it is absolutely necessary. It will probably not be accessible when it is absolutely necessary and the
unit may have to be disassembled to access the hard reset button on the access point. If this does become
necessary, apply power to the access point then depress the reset button for approximately 10 seconds.
Access the access point as originally described then restore the saved configuration settings or reconfigure
manually. Table 1 shows a list of the access point default settings as well as the coaXmedia-loaded settings.
Firmware Upgrade is used to upgrade the firmware of the access point if one is made available. An
upgrade procedure is similar to the restore settings procedure outlined above.

config.bin

by default in the directory you

.bin

file on the

Figure 7

When the access point setup is complete, remember to reset the client computer to obtain an IP address
and a DNS server automatically . Conne ct the RF ca b l e to the SD230WAP.

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TABLE 1 Access Point Default Settings

Access Point Default Settings coaXmedia Loaded Settings

Basic Setting
AP Name TEW310APB (or AP
SSID default (or AP
Channel 1 (or 6) 1
WEP Key Disable Disable
Mode HEX HEX

IP Setting
LAN IP Fixed IP Fixed IP
IP 192.168.1.1 192.168.1.1
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 255.255.255.0
Gateway 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0
DHCP Server On Off
IP Range From 192.168.1.2 N/A
To 192.168.1.100 N/A
DNS Server 0.0.0.0 N/A

Advanced Setting
AP Mode AP AP
Beacon Int. 100 100

RTS Thres. 2432 2432
Frag.Thres. 2346 2346
DTIM Intv. 3 3
Auth. Type Both Both
Preamble Long Preamble Long Preamble
Basic Rate 1-2(Mbps) 1-2(Mbps)
Supp. Rate 1-2-5.11-22(Mbps) 1-2-5.11-22(Mbps)
Ant. Sel. Left Antenna Diversity Antenna

Password
Admin. ID admin admin
AP Password admin admin
MAC Filter Disabled Disabled

macidx

) coaXmediaWAP

macidx

) coaXmediaWAP

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