Wireless Outdoor
Access Point / Client Bridge
M5000
User Manual
Version : V1.0
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Table of Contents
1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 F
EATURE
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1.2 B
ENEFITS
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1.3 P
ACKAGE CONTENTS
1.4 S
YSTEM REQUIREMENT
1.5 H
ARDWARE OVERVIEW
2 M5000 MULTI-FUNCTION INSTRUCTION GUIDE .................................................................................................................. 8
2.1 A
CCESS POINT
2.2 A
CCESS POINT WITH
2.3 C
LIENT BRIDGE
2.4 WDS B
2.5 C
2.6 M
3 COMPUTER SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................................ 12
3.1 A
RIDGE
LIENT ROUTER
ESH
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SSIGN A STATIC
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WDS F
UNCTION
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IP ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
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3.2 L
OGGING METHOD
4 WIRELESS SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.1 S
WITCHING OPERATION MODE (SYSTEM → SYSTEM PROPERTIES
4.2 W
IRELESS SETTINGS
4.2.1 Access Point Mode
4.2.2 Client Bridge Mode
4.2.3 WDS Bridge Mode
4.2.4 Client Router Mode
4.2.5 Mesh Mode
4.3 W
IRELESS SECURITY SETTINGS
4.3.1 WEP................................................................................................................................................................. 24
4.3.2 WPA-PSK ......................................................................................................................................................... 25
4.3.3 WPA2-PSK ....................................................................................................................................................... 25
4.3.4 WPA-PSK Mixed ............................................................................................................................................... 26
4.3.5 WPA ................................................................................................................................................................ 27
4.3.6 WPA2 .............................................................................................................................................................. 28
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) ......................................................................................... 14
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→
Wireless Network ...................................................................................................... 15
→
Wireless Network ..................................................................................................... 17
→
Wireless Network ...................................................................................................... 18
→
Wireless Network ..................................................................................................... 20
→
Wireless Network ................................................................................................................. 21
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4.3.7 WPA Mixed ...................................................................................................................................................... 29
4.3.8 Radius Accounting ........................................................................................................................................... 30
4.4 W
IRELESS → WIRELESS ADVANCED SETTINGS
4.5 W
IRELESS → WIRELESS
MAC F
ILTER
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4.6
WIRELESS →
WDS L
INK SETTINGS
.................................................................................................................................. 34
5 LAN SETTINGS ..................................................................................................................................................................... 35
5.1 S
YSTEM → IP SETTINGS
5.2 S
YSTEM → SPANNING TREE SETTINGS
6 ROUTER SETTINGS .............................................................................................................................................................. 37
6.1 R
OUTER →
6.1.1 WAN Settings
6.1.2 WAN Settings
6.1.3 WAN Settings
6.1.4 WAN Settings
6.2 R
OUTER →
6.3 R
OUTER →
6.4 R
OUTER → PORT FORWARDING
7 INFORMATION STATUS ....................................................................................................................................................... 49
7.1 S
TATUS → MAIN
7.2 S
TATUS → WIRELESS CLIENT LIST
WAN S
LAN S
VPN P
................................................................................................................................................ 35
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ETTINGS
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→
Static IP ............................................................................................................................. 37
→
DHCP (Dynamic IP) ............................................................................................................ 40
→
PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) .................................................................. 42
→
PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) .......................................................................... 44
ETTINGS
............................................................................................................................................ 46
ASS THROUGH
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7.3 S
TATUS → SYSTEM LOG
7.4 S
TATUS →
7.5 S
TATUS → CONNECTION STATUS
7.6 S
TATUS →
8 MANAGEMENT SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................................. 56
8.1 M
ANAGEMENT → ADMINISTRATION
8.2 M
ANAGEMENT → MANAGEMENT
8.3 M
ANAGEMENT →
8.4 M
ANAGEMENT → BACKUP/RESTORE SETTINGS
8.5 M
ANAGEMENT → FIRMWARE UPGRADE
8.6 M
ANAGEMENT → TIME SETTINGS
8.7 M
ANAGEMENT → LOG
8.8 M
ANAGEMENT → DIAGNOSTICS
9 NETWORK CONFIGURATION EXAMPLE .............................................................................................................................. 65
9.1 A
CCESS POINT
WDS L
DHCP C
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INK STATUS
LIENT TABLE
SNMP S
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VLAN ......................................................................................................................... 58
ETTINGS
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9.2 C
LIENT BRIDGE MODE
9.3 WDS B
9.4 C
9.5 M
10 VLAN CONFIGURATION GUIDE ......................................................................................................................................... 71
RIDGE MODE
LIENT ROUTER
ESH
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APPENDIX A – FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT .................................................................................................................... 75
1 Product Overview
Thank you for using M5000. It is a powerful, enhanced, enterprise scale product with 5+1
multi-functions Access Point, Access Point with WDS function, Client Bridge, WDS Bridge, Client
Router, and Mesh.
M5000 is easily to install almost anywhere with Power over Ethernet for quick outdoor installation.
External N-type antenna provides better wireless signal quality and the antenna is upgradeable.
M5000 uses 5G band wireless signals to avoid interference of most digital signal such as mobile
phone.
M5000 can manage power level control, Narrow bandwidth selection, Traffic shaping and Real-time
RSSI indicator. M5000 is fully support of security encryption including Wi-Fi Protected Access
(WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK), 64/128/152-bit WEP Encryption and IEEE 802.1x with RADIUS Accounting.
1.1 Feature
The following list describes the design of the M5000 made possible through the power and flexibility
of wireless LANs:
a) Difficult-to-wire environments
There are many situations where wires cannot be laid easily. Historic buildings, older
buildings, open areas and across busy streets make the installation of LANs either
impossible or very expensive.
b) Temporary workgroups
Consider situations in parks, athletic arenas, exhibition centers, disaster-recovery,
temporary offices and construction sites where one wants a temporary WLAN established
and removed.
c) The ability to access real-time information
Doctors/nurses, point-of-sale employees, and warehouse workers can access real-time
information while dealing with patients, serving customers and processing information.
Frequently changed environments
d)
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Show rooms, meeting rooms, retail stores, and manufacturing sites where frequently
Advantage
26 dBm
support (N
-
Type)
5
+1 Multi
-
Function
Wireless Connectivity
Selection
(CB mode)
mode
802.1x support
AP mode
mode)
Management
rearrange the workplace.
e) Wireless extensions to Ethernet networks
Network managers in dynamic environments can minimize the overhead caused by moves,
extensions to networks, and other changes with wireless LANs.
f) Wired LAN backup
Network managers implement wireless LANs to provide backup for mission-critical
applications running on wired networks.
g) Training/Educational facilities
Training sites at corporations and students at universities use wireless connectivity to ease
access to information, information exchanges, and learning.
High Output Power up to
IEEE 802.11a Compliant
Detachable antenna
Point-to-point,
Point-to-multipoint
Channel Bandwidth
Support RSSI Indicator
Power-over-Ethernet
Support Multi-SSID
function (4 SSID) in AP
WPA2/WPA/ WEP/ IEEE
Extended excellent Range and Coverage
Fully Interoperable with IEEE 802.11a compliant devices
Collocate with any antenna for user’s environment
Users can use different mode in various environment
Let users transfer data between two buildings or multiple buildings
Using different bandwidth to reach varied distance
Users can select the best signal to connect with AP easily
Flexible Access Point locations and cost savings. M5000 must uses the adapter
provided in the package.
Allow clients to access different networks through a single access point and assign
different policies and functions for each SSID by manager
Fully support all types of security types.
MAC address filtering in
PPPoE/PPTP function
support (AP Router/CR
SNMP Remote
Configuration
QoS (WMM) support
Ensures secure network connection
Easy to access internet via ISP service authentication
Help administrators to remotely configure or manage the Access Point easily.
Enhance user performance and density
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1.2 Benefits
Access Point Mode
Client Bridge Mode
WDS Bridge Mode
Client Router Mode
Mesh Mode
Multiple SSIDs
Use this feature to setup the access point’s configuration information. It has support
adjusting transmit power and channel. Client can access the network with different
regulatory settings and automatically change to the local regulations.
Use this feature to connect to an Access Point and enjoy the great speed of surfing
internet.
Use this feature to link multiple APs in a network. All clients associated with any APs
can communicate each other like an ad-hoc mode.
This feature functions completely opposite but similarly with AP Router Mode. Client
Router connected to an AP wirelessly and transmits internet connection protocol
through AP to access the internet.
Use this feature to establish a NET type of network. Mesh can reduce the cost of the
T1 and xDSL wired network. If one path of the network is broken or blocked, the
transmission is automatically finding the best path to the destination.
M5000 supports up to 4 SSIDs on your access point. The following options can be set
to each SS to each SSID:
- SSID for public or private network
VLAN
QoS
Wi-Fi Protect Access
- Authentication is fully supported
- VLAN identifier
- Radius accounting identifier
- Profile isolation for infrastructure network
Specify a VLAN number for each SSID to separate the services among clients.
Use this feature to limit the incoming or outgoing throughput.
Wi-Fi Protect Access is a standard-based interoperable security enhancement that
increases the level of data protection and access control for existing and future
wireless LAN system. It is compatible with IEEE 802.11i standard WPA leverages TKIP
and 802.1X for authenticated key management.
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1.3 Package Contents
Open the package carefully, and make sure that none of the items listed below are missing. Do not
discard the packing materials, in case of return; the unit must be shipped in its original package.
1* Wireless Outdoor Access Point / Client Bridge (M5000)
1* 24V/1A Power Adapter
1* Ethernet Cable
1* QIG
1* CD (User Manual)
1* 5dBi Dipole Antennas
Auction: Using other Power Adapter than the one included with M5000 may cause damage of the
device.
1.4 System Requirement
The following conditions are the minimum system requirement.
A computer with an Ethernet interface and operating under Windows XP, Vista, 7 or Linux.
Internet Browser that supports HTTP and JavaScript.
1.5 Hardware Overview
Hardware Specification
MCU/RF Atheros AR2313+AR5112
Memory 32MB SDRAM
Flash 8MB
Physical Interface 1 x 10/100 Fast Ethernet RJ-45
1 x Reset Button
1 x Antenna Switch ( Internal and External Switch )
2 x SMA Connector ( One is for 2.4GHz and another is for 5GHz )
LED indicators Power/ Status
LAN (10/100Mbps)
WLAN (Wireless is up)
3 x Link Quality (Client Bridge mode)
• Green: Good Quality
• Yellow: Marginally Acceptable Quality
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• Red: Bad Quality
Power Requirements Active Ethernet (Power over Ethernet) Proprietary PoE design
Power Adapter 24V / 1A DC
Regulation Certifications FCC Part 15C/15B/15E, EN301 893, EN 300 328, EN 301 489-1/-17, EN60950,
IC Certification
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2 M5000 Multi-Function Instruction Guide
2.1 Access Point
In the Access Point Mode with WDS Function, M5000 function likes a central connection for any
stations or clients that support IEEE 802.11a network. Stations and Client must configure the same
SSID and Security Password to associate within the range. M5000 supports 4 different SSIDs to
separate different clients at the same time.
2.2 Access Point with WDS Function
M5000 also supports WDS function in Access Point Mode without losing AP’s capabilities. Configure
others Access Point’s Wireless MAC Address in both Access Point devices to enlarge the wireless area
by enabling WDS Link Settings. WDS function can support up to 8 different AP’s MAC addresses.
Auction: Not every Access Point device has support WDS in Access Point Mode. It is recommended
using M5000 if you would like to use this service.
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2.3 Client Bridge
In the Client Bridge Mode, the M5000 function likes a wireless dongle. Connected to an Access Point
wirelessly and surf internet whenever you want. Using Site Survey to scan all the Access Point within
the range and configure its SSID and Security Password to associate with it. Connect you station to
the LAN port of the M5000 via Ethernet.
2.4 WDS Bridge
In the WDS Bridge Mode, the M5000 can wirelessly connect different LANs by just simply configure
each other’s MAC Address and Security Settings. This mode is used when two wired LANs locate in
small distance and want to communicate each other. The best solution is using M5000 wirelessly
connect two wired LANs. WDS Bridge Mode can establish 16 WDS links. The connection diagram is
like a Star.
Auction: WDS Bridge Mode is not function like Access Point. APs linked by WDS are using the same
frequency channel, more APs connected together may lower throughput. Please be aware to avoid
loop connection, otherwise you may enable Spanning Tree Function.
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2.5 Client Router
In the Client Router Mode, the M5000 has DHCP Server build inside that allows many LANs
automatically generate an IP address to share the same Internet. Connect an AP/WISP Wirelessly and
connect to LANs via wired. Client Router Mode is act completely opposite to the AP Router Mode.
2.6 Mesh
In the Mesh Mode, the M5000 is act like an independent node and each node is allowed connecting
to another network. If one node is lost, the continuous connection through around the broken or
blocked by hopping from node to node until the destination is reached. Each node is connected to
every other node. Mesh network is similarly to the ad hoc network.
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3 Computer Settings
3.1 Assign a Static IP
In order to configure M5000, please follow the instruction below:
1. In the Control Panel, double click Network
Connections and then double click on the connection of
your Network Interface Card (NIC). You will then see the
following screen.
2. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click on the
Properties button. This will allow you to configure the
TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook
3. Select Use the following IP address radio button and
then enter the IP address and subnet mask. Ensure that
the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet
as the device.
4. Click on the OK button to close this window, and then
close LAN properties window.
Auction: IP Address entered in the TCP/IP Properties needs to be at the same subnet of the M5000 IP
Address. For example: M5000’s default IP Address is 192.168.1.1 so the IP Address in the TCP/IP
settings could be 192.168.1.10.
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3.2 Logging Method
After complete the IP settings from last section, you can now access the web-based configuration
menu.
1. Open web browser
2. Enter IP 192.168.1.1 into you address filter.
Auction: If you have changed the M5000 LAN IP address, make sure you enter the correct IP Address.
3. After connected to the M5000 successfully, browser will pop out a Windows Security window.
Please enter the correct Username and Password.
4. The default Username and Password are both admin.
Auction: If you have changed the Username and Password, please enter your own Username and
Password.
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4 Wireless Settings
4.1 Switching Operation Mode (System → System Properties)
The M5000 supports 4 different operation modes: Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS Bridge, and Client
Router.
Click System Properties under System Section to begin.
.
Device Name: Specify a name for the device, but it is not the broadcast SSID. It will be shown in
SNMP management.
Country/Region: Select a Country/Region to conform local regulation.
Operation Mode: Select an operation mode via Radio Button.
Click Apply to save the changes.
Note: If you would like to use Access Point with WDS Function mode, please select Access Point
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Mode and then enable WDS Link Settings function.
4.2 Wireless Settings
4.2.1 Access Point Mode → Wireless Network
Wireless Mode
Channel / Frequency
Auto
AP Detection
Current Profile
Profile Isolation
M5000 supports 802.11a/b/g wireless band.
The channel availability is based on the country’s regulation.
Place a Check to enable Auto channel selection.
AP Detection can help to select a best channel by scan nearby area.
Configure up to four different SSIDs, it can help to divide group of clients to access
the network. Press Edit to configure the profile and place a Check to enable extra
SSID.
Restricted Client to communicate with different VID by Selecting the Radio button.
Auction: When you select 802.11a (5GHz) as your wireless mode, only the wireless client which
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supports 5GHz network can associate with. Please make sure your wireless client supports 5GHz
wireless network.
Note: Enable Profile Isolation will cause wireless clients cannot communicate each other. For more
details please refer to the “VLAN Management Configuration Guide.
SSID
VLAN ID
Suppressed SSID
Station Separation
Wireless Security
Save / Cancel
Specify the SSID for current profile.
Specify the VLAN tag for current profile.
Place a Check to hide the SSID. Client will not be able to see the broadcast SSID in
Site Survey.
Select the Radio Button to allow / deny client to communicate each other.
Please refer to the Wireless Security section.
Press Save to save the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
Note: When you enable Profile Isolation, all the packets transmit through wireless network will carry
VLAN ID.
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4.2.2 Client Bridge Mode → Wireless Network
Wireless Mode
SSID
Site Survey
Prefer BSSID
WDS Client
Apply / Cancel
M5000 supports 802.11a wireless band.
Specify the SSID if known. SSID text box will be automatically fill in when select an AP
in the Site Survey.
Using Site Survey to scan nearby APs and then select the AP to establish the
connection.
Specify the MAC address if known. Prefer BSSID text box will be automatically fill in
when select an AP in the Site Survey.
Place a Radio button to Enable / Disable WDS Client.
Press Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
Profile
Wireless Security
Refresh
After Site Survey, webpage will display all nearby area’s Access Point. Click the BSSID
if you would like to connect with it.
Please refer to the Wireless Security section.
Press Refresh to scan again.
Auction: If the Access Point is suppressed its owned SSID, SSID section will be blank, the SSID must be
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filled in manually.
4.2.3 WDS Bridge Mode → Wireless Network
Wireless Mode
Channel / Frequency
Apply / Cancel
M5000 supports 802.11a wireless band.
The channel availability is based on the country’s regulation.
Press Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
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MAC Address
Mode
Apply / Cancel
Enter the Access Point’s MAC address that you would like to extend the wireless area
into the MAC address filter.
Select Disable or Enable from the drop down list.
Press Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
Auction: The Access Point that you would like to extend the wireless area must enter your Access
Point’s MAC address. Not all Access Point supports this feature. More WDS bridges connected
together may cause lower performance.
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4.2.4 Client Router Mode → Wireless Network
Wireless Mode
SSID
Site Survey
Prefer BSSID
WDS Client
Apply / Cancel
M5000 supports 802.11a wireless band.
Specify the SSID if known. SSID text box will be automatically fill in when select an AP
in the Site Survey.
Using Site Survey to scan nearby APs and then select the AP to establish the
connection.
Specify the MAC address if known. Prefer BSSID text box will be automatically fill in
when select an AP in the Site Survey.
Place a Radio button to Enable / Disable WDS Client.
Press Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
Profile
Wireless Security
Refresh
After Site Survey, webpage will display all nearby area’s Access Point. Click the BSSID
if you would like to connect with it.
Please refer to the Wireless Security section.
Press Refresh to scan again.
Auction: If the Access Point is suppressed its owned SSID, SSID section will be blank, the SSID must be
filled in manually.
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4.2.5 Mesh Mode → Wireless Network
Wireless Mode
SSID
Channel / Frequency
Mesh Profile
Access Point Profile
Apply / Cancel
M5000 supports 802.11a wireless band.
Specify the SSID if known. SSID text box will be automatically fill in when select an AP
in the Site Survey.
The channel availability is based on the country’s regulation.
Place a Check to act like gateway. Press Edit to configure the mesh profile and place
a Check to enable extra SSID.
Configure up to two different SSIDs, it can help to divide group of clients to access
the network. Press Edit to configure the profile and place a Check to enable extra
SSID.
Press Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
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Mesh Profile
SSID
Wireless Security
Save / Cancel
Specify the name of the Mesh networking.
Please refer to the Wireless Security section.
Press Save to save the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
Note: Mesh Mode’s Wireless Security only supports WEP encryption.
Auction: The SSID and Security Mode must be the same to the Mesh Network otherwise it cannot
join the mesh network
Access Point Profile
SSID
Suppressed SSID
Station Separation
Wireless Security
Save / Cancel
Specify the SSID for current profile.
Place a Check to hide the SSID. Client will not be able to see the broadcast SSID in
Site Survey.
Select the Radio Button to allow / deny client to communicate each other.
Please refer to the Wireless Security section.
Press Save to save the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.
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