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08-WPE53G
Users Manual
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Compex Systems 08-WPE53G Users Manual

NetPassage WPE53G
User Manual
Table of Contents
OVERVIE W THE PRODUCT..............................................................1
Introduction ................................................................................................... 1
Features and Benefits................................................................................... 2
When to Use Which Mode........................................................................... 4
PANEL VIEWS AND DESCRIPTION................................................13
INSTALL T HE HARDWAR E...............................................................14
Setup Requirements...................................................................................14
Setup for Windows XP/2000....................................................................... 18
ACCESS THE WEB I N TE R F A C E .......................................................20
Access with uConfig ..................................................................................20
Manual access with Internet Explorer .....................................................23
PERFORM BASIC CONFIGURATION ............................................25
Setup Management Port........................................................................... 25
Setup WLAN.................................................................................................40
Setup Your WAN..........................................................................................57
Setup Telnet / SSH.......................................................................................64
Set the WEB Mode......................................................................................68
Setup SNMP..................................................................................................69
Setup SNMP Trap......................................................................................... 70
Setup STP ......................................................................................................71
Use MAC Fi ltering........................................................................................ 74
PERFORM ADVANCED CONFIGURATION..................................84
Setup Routing.............................................................................................. 84
Use Routing Information Protocol............................................................. 86
Use Network Address Translation..............................................................87
Control the Bandwidth Available ............................................................94
Perform Remote Management................................................................98
USE PARALLEL BROA DBAND........................................................99
Setup Email Notification........................................................................... 101
Using Static Address Translation..............................................................102
Use DNS Redirection.................................................................................103
Dynamic DNS Setup .................................................................................106
USE THE WIRELESS EXTENDED FEATURES....................................111
Setup WDS2................................................................................................ 111
Set Virtual AP (Multiple SSID) ...................................................................115
Set Preferred APs.......................................................................................117
Set Wireles s Mu l t i m edia............................................................................120
Setup Point-to-Point & Point-to-MultiPoint Connection......................123
Setup Repeater.........................................................................................127
SECURE YOUR WIRELESS LAN.....................................................132
Setup WEP.................................................................................................. 133
Setup WPA-Pe r s on a l................................................................................. 134
Setup 802.1x/RADIUS for Access Point................................................... 136
Setup 802.1x/RADIUS for Client............................................................... 138
Setup WPA Enterprise for Access Point .................................................140
Setup WPA Enterprise for Client.............................................................. 141
CONFIGURE THE SECURITY FEATURES .......................................144
Use Packet Filtering...................................................................................144
Use URL Filtering......................................................................................... 147
Configure the Firewall.............................................................................. 148
Use the Firewall Log..................................................................................152
ADMINISTER THE SYSTEM.............................................................15 3
Use the System Tools.................................................................................153
Use the HELP menu...................................................................................170
APPENDIX: USE THE COMMAND LINE INTERFACE...................172
APPENDIX: VIRTUAL AP (MULT I-SSID) FA Q................................177
APPENDIX: VIEW THE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................181
Overview the Product
Introduction
NetPassage WPE53G is a high-performance and low-cost IEEE802.11b/g Access Point using the latest AR5007 technology. NetPassage WPE53G is also very small compared to other Access Points in the market. Using Atheros System-on-Chip (SoC) solution, WPE53G supports high-speed data transmission of up to 54Mbps or 108 Mbps. Moreover, Power-over-Ethernet support enables NetPassage WPE53G to be used even in areas without readily-available power outlets.
NetPassage WPE53G complements devices supporting multiple virtual AP connections by directing each to a separate secure virtual LAN. Each VLAN can be secured with different wireless encryption methods, providing the security connections necessary for enterprise networks.
NetPassage WPE53G also incorporates features that are useful to system integrators, such as Antenna Alignment for adjusting your antenna to optimize performance, Syslog for event logging, as well as Telnet/SSH for easy device management.
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Features and Benefits
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Small in dimension; light in weight. You can bring it with you anywhere.
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Up to 4 virtual access points (VAP) with unique BSSIDs is supported and if required, traffic from each VAP can be tagged to a specific VLAN and bridged. The security mode for each VLAN can be configured separately.
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Our proprietary Long Distance Algorithm for ACK and CTS Timeout adjustment support opens up the potential for long range wireless deployment. Recommended values are provided for the parameters that can also be fine­tuned for optimal performance.
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In Routing Mode, Bandwidth Control allows the administrator to manage the bandwidth of subscribers to prevent massive data transfer from slowing down the Internet access of other users. The Upload/Download bandwidth at WAN/LAN ports of specific IP or MAC addresses can be specifically limited.
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WDS connects access points using MAC address / ESSID to create a wider network so mobile users can roam while remaining connected to network resources.
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Provides redundancy and automatically reconfigures to changes in network topology.
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In Gateway Mode, Load-Balancing and Fail-Over Redundancy provides scalable Internet bandwidth.
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SNMP traps logs and provides notification of significant events in the network.
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Allows the user to select the specific antenna to use, and also adjust it for optimal throughput.
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In Routing Mode, DHCP clients can get IP address from the central DHCP server even if they are on different subnets.
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Even if they are physically distant from the access point, users can upgrade the firmware remotely through Telnet / SSH.
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In Routing Mode, Routing Information Protocol Version 1 / 2 is supported.
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When to Use Which Mode
Access Point Mode
The Access Point Mode is the default mode of the access point and enables the bridging of wireless clients to access the wired network infrastructure and also enables their communication with each other. In this example the wireless users are able to access the file server connected to the switch, through the access point in Access Point Mode.
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Access Point Client Mode
In Access Point Client Mode the device acts as a wireless client. When connected to an access point, it creates a network link between the Ethernet network connected at this client device, and the wireless Ethernet network connected at the access point.
In this mode it can only connect with another access point. Other wireless clients cannot connect to it directly unless they are also connected to the same access point – allowing them to communicate with all devices connected to the Ethernet port of the access point.
In this example the workgroup PCs can access the printer connected to the access point in Access Point Client Mode.
Optional additional feature: Point-to-Point connection in this operation mode is also supported if you specifically wish to connect with an access point only. Please refer to the Point-to-Point setup section.
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Wireless Routing Client Mode
In Wireless Routing Client Mode the Ethernet port of the access point may be used to connect with other devices on the network while Internet access would be provided through wireless communication with a wireless ISP.
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Gateway Mode
In Gateway Mode, the access point supports several types of broadband connections in a wireless network after you have identified the type of broadband Internet access you are subscribed to.
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Broadband Internet Access Type:
Static IP Address
Use Static IP Address if you have subscribed to a fixed IP address or to a range of fixed IP addresses from your ISP.
Dynamic IP Address
With Dynamic IP Address the access point requests for, and is automatically assigned an IP address by your ISP, for instance:
• Singapore Cable Vision
• @HOME Cable Services
PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE)
Use PPPoE if you are using ADSL services in a country utilizing standard PPPoE authentication, for instance:
• Germany with T-1 Connection
• Singapore with SingNet Broadband or Pacific Internet
Broadband
PPTP
Use PPTP if you are using ADSL services in a country utilizing PPT P connection and authentication.
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Wireless Adapter Mode
In Wireless Adapter Mode, the access point can communicate wirelessly with another access point to perform transparent bridging between 2 networks, like in the Access Point Client Mode. In this mode, however, the wireless adapter connects to a single workstation only. No client software or drivers are required to use this mode.
Optional additional feature: Point-to-Point connection in this operation mode is also supported if you specifically wish to connect with an access point only. Please refer to the Point-to-Point setup section.
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Transparent Client Mode
In Transparent Client Mode, the access point provides connection with an access point* acting as the RootAP. This operation is designed for the implementation of Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint connections.
Point-to-Point
An access point acts as Root AP and 1 other access point acts as Transparent
An access point acts as Root AP
and several other access point
Client.
This mode is generally used for outdoor connections over long distances, or for indoor connections between local networks.
Point-to-MultiPoint
acts as Transparent Clients.
• Current Compex model that provide RootAP support are: WP54x series; WPP54x series; WP18; and NP18A.
For newer models, please contact your Compex supplier or visit the Compex web site.
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Difference Between other client modes and Transparent
Client Mode
Other client modes
Connectivity with any
standard APs.
All devices connected to
the Ethernet port use a
common MAC address for
communications with the
AP.
The Transparent Client Mode is more transparent, making it more suitable for linking 2 networks together in a point-to-point, or point-to­multipoint network connection.
Transparent Client Mode
Connectivity with RootAP-
supported APs. Devices connected to the Ethernet port flow through
freely and transparently
without the MAC address
restriction.
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Repeater Mode
The access point comes with a built-in Repeater Mode to extend the range, and substantially enhance the performance of the wireless network by allowing communications over much greater distances.
In Repeater Mode, the access point acts as a relay for network signals on the network by regenerating the signals it receives, and retransmitting them to extend the range of the existing network infrastructure.
Detailed information on the Repeater Mode is available in the Repeater Setup section.
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Panel Views and Description
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Install the Hardware
Setup Requirements
• CAT5/5e Networking Cable.
• At least 1 computer installed with a web browser and a wired or
wireless network interface adapter.
• All network nodes installed with TCP/IP and properly configured IP address parameters.
Using power adapter to supply power to the unit
SStteepp 11::
Connect the external antenna to the SMA connector of the access point.
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SStteepp 22::
Insert one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your access point, and the other end of the cable to your PC’s Ethernet network adapter.
SStteepp 33::
Attach the power adapter to the main electrical supply, and connect the power plug into the socket of the access point.
SStteepp 44::
Turn ON the power supply and power ON your PC. Notice that the LEDs: Power and Port 1 or 2 (depending on which port you have connected the RJ45 Ethernet cable to) have lighted up. This indicates that connection has been established successfully between your access point and your PC.
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Using PoE to supply power to the unit
PoE is fu lly com patible with your access point. This accessory supp lies operational power to the wireless AP via the Ethernet cable connection.
Users who wish to use it to supply power to the access point may follow the installation procedures as shown below:
SStteepp 11::
Connect the external antenna to the SMA connector of the access point.
SStteepp 22::
Use an RJ45 Ethernet cable to connect one end of the cable to the Ethernet socket of PoE and the other end to one of the Ethernet ports of the access point.
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SStteepp 33::
Next, connect the RJ45 Ethernet cable attached to PoE to your PC’s Ethernet network adapter.
Once you have finished configuring your access point, you can connect the PoE RJ45 Ethernet cable to your network device, such as to a switch or hub.
SStteepp 44::
Connect the power adapter supplied with PoE to the main electrical supply and the power plug into the socket of PoE.
Note:
The voltage and current supplied to the access point’s power adapter and PoE power adapter are different. Do not interchange the power adapters.
SStteepp 55::
Now, turn on your power supply. Notice that the LEDs have lighted up. This indicates that the access point is receiving power through PoE and that connection between the access point and your PC has been established.
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Setup for Windows XP/2000
SStteepp 11::
Go to your desktop, right-click on the My Network Places icon and select Properties.
SStteepp 22::
Right-click the network adapter icon and select Properties.
SStteepp 33::
Highlight Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) and click on the Properties button.
SStteepp 44::
Select the Use the following IP address radio button.
Set the IP address to
192.168.168.X and subnet mask to 255.255.255.0, where X can be any number from 2 to 254.
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SStteepp 55::
Click on the OK button to close all windows.
SStteepp 66::
To verify that the IP address has been correctly assigned to your PC, go to the Start menu, Accessories, select Command Prompt, and type the command: ipconfig/all
Your PC is now ready to communicate with your access point.
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Access the Web Interface
Access with uConfig
The UConfig utility provides direct access to the web interface.
SStteepp 11::
Insert the Product CD into your CD-ROM drive, the CD will autorun.
SStteepp 22::
From the UUttiilliittiieess section, select to install the uuCCoonnffiigg utility to your hard disk .
SStteepp 33::
After installation double-click on the uuCCoonnffiigg icon and click on the YYeess button.
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SStteepp 66::
Select the access point from the products list and click on the OOppeenn WWeebb button. To retrieve and display the latest device(s) in the list, click on the RReeffrreesshh button.
SStteepp 77::
Do not exit the uConfig program while accessing the web-based interface as this will disconnect you from the device. Click on the OOKK button.
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SStteepp 88::
At the login page, press the LLOOGGIINN!! button to enter the configuration page. The default password is: password
SStteepp 99::
You will then reach the home page of the access point web-based interface.
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Manual access with Internet Explorer
SStteepp 11::
Launch your Web browser and under the TToooollss tab, select IInntteerrnneett OOppttiioonnss.
SStteepp 22::
Open the CCoonnnneeccttiioonnss tab and in the LLAANN SSeettttiinnggss section disable all the option boxes. Click on the OOKK button to update the changes.
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SStteepp 33::
At the AAddddrreessss bar type in http://192.168.168.1 and press EEnntteerr on your keyboard.
SStteepp 44::
At the login page, click on the LLOOGGIINN!! Button.
You will then reach the home page of the access point web interface.
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Perform Basic Configuration
Setup Management Port
At the Management Port Setup page, you may:
• Automatically obtain IP address from DHCP server. The default IP 192.168.168.1 is used until a new IP is obtained. Access Point Clients also allows PCs connected to the Ethernet port to obtain IP from the DHCP server at the access point end network.
• Manually define IP address
Follow these steps to automatically obtain the IP address from DHCP server.
SStteepp 11::
Click on TTCCPP//IIPP SSeettttiinnggss from MMaannaaggeemmeenntt SSeettuupp from the CCOONNFFIIGGUURRAATTIIOONN menu.
SStteepp 22::
Select to AAuuttoommaattiiccaallllyy oobbttaaiinn IIPP aaddddrreessss.
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SStteepp 33::
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s and enter the parameters, if any.
In the MMaannaaggeemmeenntt PPoorrtt SSeettuupp page, refer to the table below to replace the default settings of Access point with appropriate values to suit the needs of your network.
If you choose to Automatically obtain DNS server address.
If you choose to Use the following DNS server addresses.
SStteepp 44::
Click on the AAppppllyy button to save your new parameters.
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