Hewlett Packard Enterprise 550 10016 3 QuickStart Guide

CN3300 Quickstart

This guide explains how to install and start the CN3300, connect it to the Internet, and test the public access interface.
For detailed configuration and operating information download the CN3300 Administrator’s Guide
Administrator’s Guide from the Colubris Networks web site at: register.colubris.com

Anatomy

and the Public Access Interface

Front

Power

light

Power connector

Radio 1 Radio 2

Main Aux

10101

Wireless

Ethernet

light

light

LAN port

Serial port

Internet port

To reset to factory default, press and hold button
until the status lights begin to flash, then release.

Reset button

Rear

Main Aux

An important note about wireless security

For easy access to the management interface via a wireless connection, the CN3300 ships with all wireless security options disabled. Once the unit
is installed, it is strongly recommended that you enable a wireless security option to properly safeguard the wireless network from intruders. See the
CN3300 Administrator's Guide for more information.

Installation

Configuration

Important: Installation must be performed by a professional installer familiar
with local regulations governing wireless devices.

Important: Unless shielded cables are used, a full-loop ferrite must be placed
on the internet port cable (Fair-Rite PN: 0443164151 or equivalent).

Important: Do not connect the LAN or Internet port directly to a metropolitan

area network (MAN) or wide area network (WAN).

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Important: CH 36, 40, 44, 48 for Indoor use only (5.15-5.25GHz)

When mounting the CN3300 on a wall, ceiling or other surface, make sure

that:

• the surface you attach the CN3300 to and the fasteners you use are
able to support at least 5.1 kg (11.25 pounds)

• cable pull (accidental or otherwise), must not make the unit exceed
the 5.1 kg (11.25 pound) limit

Plenum installations

Plenum rated cables and attachment hardware must be used if the
CN3300 is installed in a plenum. Since the CN3300 power adapter
(optional) is not rated for plenum installations, only the CN3300 and
appropriate cabling can be located in the plenum.

Note: Colubris Networks supplied PoE injectors (available separately)
cannot be installed inside the plenum.

To configure the CN3300, you use the Web-based management tool built
into the CN3300. You access this tool by establishing a Web browser
connection to the CN3300. You must use a JavaScript-enabled Web
browser (Netscape 7.1 or higher, or Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or
higher with all applicable updates), to do this.

1 Connect the antennas.

Use the following antennas (sold separately):

Radio Antenna type Colubris Networks part number

802.11b/g 2.4 Ghz. 71-05-0100

802.11a 5 Ghz. 71-05-0200

802.11a or b/g 2.4/5 Ghz. 71-05-0300

Note: By default, the CN3300 has radio 1 set to B/G mode, and radio 2 set
to Monitor mode (scanning only).

Both the Main and Aux antennas are used to transmit and receive. If a
single antenna is used, it must be attached to the Main connector.

The connectors are reverse-polarity SMA male jacks. This means
antennas or cable connectors must be SMA female connectors with
reverse polarity. Antennas can be either directly attached or attached
via a coax cable.

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2 Connect your computer

a. Use a cross-over cable (not supplied) to connect the LAN port on

your computer to the LAN port on the CN3300.

b. Configure your computer with the static IP address 192.168.1.2.

3 Power-on the CN3300.

Connect the power supply (sold separately) or use PoE (802.3af) to
power-up the CN3300. PoE is only supported on the LAN port.

The CN3300 is fully operational when the power light stops flashing.

8 Test the public access interface

To test your installation, use a wireless client station to log onto the
public access interface. (For this to work, the CN3300 must be
configured as the client’s default gateway. This is done by default if
the wireless client is using DHCP.)

Note: By default, the CN3300 has radio 1 set to B/G mode, and radio 2 set
to Monitor mode (scanning only), therefore the wireless client station
must have either a B or G radio.

a. Start the client station’s web browser and enter the IP address

(or domain name) of a web site on the Internet.

4 Start the management tool.

a. Start your Web browser and specify the following in the address

box: HTTPS://192.168.1.1 and press Enter.

b. You will be prompted to accept a Colubris Networks security

certificate. Do so to continue.

c. The CN3300 login page opens. Login with username admin and

password admin.

d. If this is the first time you are logging in, you will be prompted to

change the default administrator password. Specify a new
password and click Save.

e. If you are using the CN3300 outside of the USA, set the country

that the CN3300 is operating in on the Management >
Country page.

5 Configure the wireless network.

By default the CN3300 is configured to:

• automatically choose the best operating channel (frequency)

• automatically choose the optimum power level

• create a wireless network named “Colubris Networks”
There is no need to change these settings for most installations.

b. The CN3300 should intercept the URL and display the Login

page. (Depending on the type of certificate that is installed on the
CN3300, you may see a security warning first.)

c. Specify a valid customer name and password to login.

d. The Session page will open.

6 Configure the Internet connection

a. Connect the Internet port to your Internet connection.

b. Open the Network > Ports > Internet port page.
c. Select the addressing option supported by your ISP, click

Configure, and define all settings as required by your ISP.

7 Enable local mode

This will let you test the CN3300 without using a RADIUS server to

authenticate customers. Authentication is handled by the CN3300.
a. Open the Security > Authentication page.

b. Disable CN3300 RADIUS authentication.
c. Open the Security > Users page.
d. Add usernames and passwords for one or more test customers.

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e. Next, you are automatically redirected to the web site you

originally requested.

The CN3300 is now ready for operation.

Refer to the CN3300 Administrator’s Guide and the Public Access
Interface Administrator’s Guide for additional configuration information.