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WiBox™ User Guide
Part Number 900-351
Revision A June 2004
Copyright and Trademark
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Disclaimer and Revisions
Note: This product has been designed to comply with the lim its for a Class B
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of 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 this guide, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by Lantronix will void
the user's authority to operate this device.
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Copyright and Trademark ________________________________________________ 2
Contacts______________________________________________________________ 2
Disclaimer and Revisions_________________________________________________ 3
List of Tables __________________________________________________________ 7
List of Figures _________________________________________________________ 7
1: Using This Guide 9
Purpose and Audience___________________________________________________ 9
Chapter Summary ______________________________________________________ 9
Additional Documentation _______________________________________________ 10
2: Introduction 11
Applications __________________________________________________________ 11
Application Examples___________________________________________________ 11
Serial Tunneling – Network ______________________________________________ 11
Ad-Hoc Network_______________________________________________________ 12
Serial Tunneling – Infrastructure __________________________________________ 12
Ad-Hoc WiBox Connection ______________________________________________ 13
Protocol Support ______________________________________________________ 13
Configuration Methods__________________________________________________ 14
Addresses and Port Numbers ____________________________________________ 14
Serial Connector Pinouts ________________________________________________ 15
LEDs _______________________________________________________________ 15
Technical Specifications ________________________________________________ 15
Hardware Address __________________________________________________________ 14
IP Address ________________________________________________________________ 14
WLAN Settings: ____________________________________________________________ 14
Port Numbers ______________________________________________________________ 14
3: Installation 17
Required Information ___________________________________________________ 17
Hardware Address __________________________________________________________ 17
IP Address ________________________________________________________________ 17
Connecting the WiBox __________________________________________________ 17
4: Configuration via Serial Mode or Telnet Port 21
Accessing Setup Mode _________________________________________________ 21
To configure the unit through a serial connection: __________________________________ 21
Server Configuration ___________________________________________________ 22
Set the IP Address __________________________________________________________ 22
Set the Gateway IP Address __________________________________________________ 22
Set the Netmask____________________________________________________________ 22
Change Telnet Configuration Password _________________________________________ 23
DHCP Name_______________________________________________________________ 23
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Channel 1 and Channel 2 Configuration _____________________________________23
Baudrate __________________________________________________________________24
I/F (Interface) Mode _________________________________________________________24
Flow______________________________________________________________________25
Port Number _______________________________________________________________25
Connect Mode______________________________________________________________26
Auto Increment Source Port ___________________________________________________32
Remote IP Address__________________________________________________________32
Remote Port _______________________________________________________________33
DisConnMode ______________________________________________________________33
Flush Mode ________________________________________________________________33
DisConnTime (Inactivity Timeout) _______________________________________________35
SendChar 1 and SendChar2___________________________________________________35
Telnet Terminal Type ________________________________________________________36
Channel (Port) Password _____________________________________________________36
WLAN Settings ________________________________________________________36
Find Network Name _________________________________________________________36
Enable Ad Hoc Network Creation _______________________________________________36
Security ___________________________________________________________________36
Authentication ______________________________________________________________37
Encryption _________________________________________________________________37
Change Key _______________________________________________________________37
Enter Key _________________________________________________________________37
Data Rate _________________________________________________________________37
Power Management _________________________________________________________37
Expert Settings ________________________________________________________37
TCP Keepalive Time _________________________________________________________38
ARP Cache Timeout _________________________________________________________38
Security Settings _______________________________________________________38
Disable SNMP______________________________________________________________38
SNMP Community Name _____________________________________________________38
Disable Telnet Setup_________________________________________________________38
Disable TFTP Firmware Upgrade _______________________________________________38
Disable Port 77FE (Hex) ______________________________________________________39
Disable Web Server _________________________________________________________39
Disable Web Setup __________________________________________________________39
Disable ECHO Ports _________________________________________________________39
Enable Enhanced Password ___________________________________________________39
Factory Defaults _______________________________________________________39
Channel 1 Configuration ______________________________________________________40
Channel 2 Configuration ______________________________________________________40
WLAN Settings _____________________________________________________________40
Expert Settings _____________________________________________________________41
Security Settings ____________________________________________________________41
Exit Configuration Mode _________________________________________________41
5: Configuration using Web-Manager 43
Accessing WiBox using Web-Manager ______________________________________43
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Network Configuration __________________________________________________ 44
Automatic IP Address Configuration ____________________________________________ 45
Static IP Address Configuration ________________________________________________ 45
Server Configuration ___________________________________________________ 46
Host List Configuration__________________________________________________ 47
Channel 1 and Channel 2 Configuration ____________________________________ 48
Serial Settings _____________________________________________________________ 48
Connection Settings - TCP____________________________________________________ 50
Connection Settings - UDP ___________________________________________________ 53
WLAN Configuration ___________________________________________________ 54
Updating Settings______________________________________________________ 55
6: Configuration using DeviceInstaller 2
Accessing WiBox using DeviceInstaller ______________________________________ 2
Server Configuration ____________________________________________________ 2
WLAN Configuration ____________________________________________________ 3
Host List Configuration___________________________________________________ 3
Channel 1 and Channel 2 Configuration _____________________________________ 4
7: Monitoring the Network 9
Entering Monitor Mode via the Serial Port ____________________________________ 9
Entering Monitor Mode via the Network Port __________________________________ 9
Monitor Mode Commands ________________________________________________ 9
8: Updating Firmware 11
Obtaining Firmware ____________________________________________________ 11
Reloading Firmware____________________________________________________ 11
Using TFTP: Graphical User Interface (GUI) ______________________________________ 11
Using TFTP: Command Line Interface___________________________________________ 12
Recovering the Firmware Using the Serial Port ____________________________________ 12
9: Troubleshooting 13
Problems and Error Messages ___________________________________________ 13
Technical Support _____________________________________________________ 16
A: Compliance and Warranty Information 17
Compliance Information _________________________________________________ 17
Warranty ____________________________________________________________ 18
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List of Tables
Table 2-1. WiBox LEDs................................................................................................ 15
Table 2-2. WiBox Technical Specifications..................................................................15
Table 4-1. Standard IP Network Netmasks Representing Host Bits............................23
Table 4-2. Interface Mode Options ..............................................................................24
Table 4-3. Common Interface Mode Settings ..............................................................25
Table 4-4. Flow Control Options .................................................................................. 25
Table 4-5. Reserved Port Numbers .............................................................................25
Table 4-6. Connect Mode Options ............................................................................... 26
Table 4-7. Manual Connection Address Example........................................................28
Table 4-8. Modem Mode Messages ............................................................................31
Table 4-9. Modem Mode Commands ..........................................................................32
Table 4-10. Disconnect Mode Options......................................................................... 33
Table 4-11. Flush Mode Options..................................................................................34
Table 4-12. Pack Control Options................................................................................34
Table 6-1. Common Interface Mode Settings ................................................................5
Table 8-1. Monitor Mode Commands ............................................................................9
Table 8-2. Command Response Codes....................................................................... 10
Table 9-1. Firmware Files ............................................................................................ 11
List of Figures
Figure 2-1. DB9M DTE Serial Connector.....................................................................15
Figure 4-1. MAC Address.............................................................................................21
Figure 4-2. Setup Menu Options .................................................................................. 22
Figure 4-3. Serial and Telnet Port Parameters............................................................24
Figure 4-4. Hostlist Example ........................................................................................ 29
Figure 5-1. Web-Manager ............................................................................................ 44
Figure 5-2. Network Settings........................................................................................ 45
Figure 5-3. Server Settings ..........................................................................................46
Figure 5-4. Hostlist Settings ......................................................................................... 48
Figure 5-5. Channel Serial Settings .............................................................................49
Figure 5-6. TCP Connection Settings...........................................................................51
Figure 5-7. UDP Connection Settings .......................................................................... 53
Figure 5-8. WLAN Settings...........................................................................................54
Figure 7-1. Serial Tunneling Network Example..............Error! Bookmark not defined.
Figure 7-2. Ad-Hoc Network Example............................Error! Bookmark not defined.
Figure 7-3. Serial Tunneling Infrastructure Example...... Error! Bookmark not defined.
Figure 7-4. Direct WiBox to WiBox Connection.............. Error! Bookmark not defined.
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Purpose and Audience
This guide provides the information needed to configure, use and update the WiBox
and is intended for network administrators, system integrators, and those responsible
for installation and maintaining the WiBox.
Chapter Summary
The remaining chapters in this guide include:
2:Introduction
3:Quick Start Describes the steps to the physical installation of the WiBox.
4:Configuration via Serial Mode
or Telnet Port
5:Configuration using WebManager
6:Configuration using
DeviceInstaller
Describes the main features of the WiBox and the protocols it
supports.
Provides instructions for accessing Setup Mode (command line
interface) using a Telnet connection through the network or a
terminal or terminal emulation program through the serial port.
Details the parameters that you must configure.
Details configuration using the Web-Manager to set parameters
such as port and server properties.
Provides information for configuring the WiBox using
DeviceInstaller.
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found.Error! Reference
source not found.
7:Monitoring the Network
8:Updating Firmware
9:Troubleshooting
Illustrates various common configurations and applications for the
WiBox.
Provides instructions for accessing and using the command line
interface for monitoring the network and diagnosing problems.
Provides instructions for obtaining the latest firmware and updating
the WiBox.
Describes common problems and error messages and how to
contact Lantronix Technical Support.
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Using This Guide
Additional Documentation
The following guides are available on the product CD and the Lantronix web site
(www.lantronix.com
)
DeviceInstaller User Guide
Com Port Redirector User Guide
Creating Custom Web Pages
Provides instructions for using the Windows-
based utility to configure the WiBox and other
Lantronix device servers.
Provides information on using the Windowsbased utility to create a virtual com port.
Explains the detailed requirements for adding
web services to the WiBox and to other
Lantronix device servers.
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The WiBox™ family of wireless device servers provides serial-to-wireless network
connectivity. They enable virtually any serial device or equipment to be remotely
accessed, controlled, monitored or shared on an 802.11b wireless network.
The WiBox provides a fully integrated solution that combines an operating system,
embedded Web server, and full TCP/IP protocol stack with an 802.11b transceiver
supporting WEP security and two high-speed serial ports into a small compact
package.
The WiBox allows serial devices to connect and communicate over 802.11b wireless
networks using IP protocol (TCP for connection-oriented stream applications and
UDP for datagram applications).
Applications
The WiBox device server connects serial devices such as those listed below to
wireless and Ethernet networks using the IP protocol family.
Security Alarms
Access Control Devices
Fire Control Panels
Time/Attendance Clocks and Terminals
ATM Machines
Data Collection Devices
RFID readers
Universal Power Supply (UPS) Management Units
Telecommunications Equipment
Data Display Devices
Virtually any RS232, RS422 or RS485 asynchronous serial device
Application Examples
The WiBox has two serial ports and an 802.11b transceiver. Each serial port can be
connected to the console port of an IT device. The wireless transceiver can connect
to another wireless device or to an Access Point (AP) connecting to a network
through an Ethernet connection.
This chapter includes four typical scenarios for using the WiBox. The scenarios
assume that the WiBox is configured and has an IP address assigned.
Serial Tunneling – Network
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Figure 2-1. Serial Tunneling Network Example
In Error! Reference source not found., a PC connected to an AP via an Ethernet
connection and a PC with a wireless connection to the AP access the WiBox as
though they are directly connected to it. The combination of the WiBox, a PC, and
Lantronix’s Redirector behave such that it seems the PC is directly communicating to
the WiBox’s serial devices without the use of the AP. However, communication is
preserved through the AP.
Ad-Hoc Network
Figure 2-2. Ad-Hoc Network Example
In the above example, the AP is not present. The PC makes a direct wireless
connection with the WiBox to manage serial devices. Without an AP, it is a point-topoint relationship.
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Figure 2-3. Serial Tunneling Infrastructure Example
In Error! Reference source not found., the WiBox communicates with another
device server via the AP. The device server (in this example, the UDS) is connected
via an Ethernet connection to the AP. As such, the WiBox and the device server
communicate directly and can transfer information between their serial devices.
Ad-Hoc WiBox Connection
Figure 2-4. Direct WiBox to WiBox Connection
In the above example, two WiBoxes have established an Ad-Hoc point-to-point
relationship. They communicate directly to each other’s serial devices without a PC
or an AP.
Protocol Support
The WiBox device server uses the TCP/IP protocol stack for network
communications. Other supported protocols include:
ARP, UDP, TCP, ICMP, Telnet, TFTP, AutoIP, DHCP, HTTP, and SNMP for
network communications and management.
TCP, UDP, and Telnet for connections to the serial port.
TFTP for firmware and web page updates.
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IP for addressing, routing, and data block handling over the network.
User Datagram Protocol (UDP) for typical datagram applications in which
devices interact with other devices without maintaining a point-to-point
connection.
Configuration Methods
After the physical installation of the WiBox, it requires configuration. For the unit to
operate correctly on a network, it must have a unique IP address and appropriate
wireless settings for network communications. There are three basic methods for
logging into the device server and assigning IP addresses (as well as setting other
configurable parameters):
Serial & Telnet Ports: There are two approaches to accessing Serial Mode. Make
a Telnet connection to the network port (9999) or connect a terminal (or a PC running
a terminal emulation program) to the unit’s serial port. (See 4: Configuration via Serial
Mode or Telnet Port.)
Web-Manager: Through a web interface, configure the WiBox and its settings using
the WiBox’s Web-Manager. (See 5: Configuration using Web-Manager.)
DeviceInstaller: Configure the ports and other features on the WiBox using a
Graphical User Interface (GUI) on a PC attached to a network. (See 6:Configuration
using DeviceInstaller.)
Addresses and Port Numbers
Hardware Address
The hardware address is also referred to as the Ethernet address or the MAC
address. The first three bytes of the Ethernet address are fixed and read 00-20-4A,
identifying the unit as a Lantronix product. The fourth, fifth, and sixth bytes are unique
numbers assigned to each unit.
Example: 00-20-4A-14-01-18
Note: Make note of the MAC address. It is needed to locate the WiBox using
DeviceInstaller.
IP Address
Every device connected to an IP network must have a unique IP address. This
address is used to reference the specific unit. DHCP is enabled by default and the
WiBox automatically accepts an IP address once the wireless settings are configured
for the wireless network.
WLAN Settings:
Before the WiBox can communicate on an 802.11b wireless network, the WLAN
settings must match the wireless network. By default, the WiBox is set to Ad-Hoc
network mode and its wireless Network Name (SSID) is “LTRX_IBSS”.
Port Numbers
Every TCP connection and every UDP datagram is defined by a destination IP
address and a port number. For example, a Telnet application commonly uses port
number 23. A port number is similar to an extension on a phone system.
The unit's serial channel (port) can be associated with a specific TCP/UDP port
number. Port number 9999 is reserved for access to the unit's Setup (configuration)
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Mode window. Ports 0-1024 are reserved as well. For more information on reserved
port numbers, refer to Table 4-5. Reserved Port Numbers.
Serial Connector Pinouts
The two DB9M DTE serial ports provide default settings for RS-232C
communications running at 9600 baud, 8 bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit (9600, 8, N,
1).
Figure 2-5. DB9M DTE Serial Connector
Introduction
LEDs
Table 2-1. WiBox LEDs
LEDs Meaning
Power LED: Green, steady on Power is on
Wireless Link LED: Yellow, blinking Transmitting/receiving (activity)
Wireless Link LED: Yellow, off Not in wireless mode
Port 1 LED: Green, steady on Active
Port 1 LED: Green, blinking Incoming TCP connection
Port 2 LED: Yellow, steady on Active
Port 2 LED: Yellow, blinking Incoming TCP connection
Technical Specifications
Table 2-2. WiBox Technical Specifications
CPU, Memory
Lantronix DSTni-EX 186 CPU
256 KB zero wait state SRAM
2048 KB Flash
Serial Interface
Network Interface
Rate is software selectable (300 bps to 921600 bps)
Wireless 802.11b
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Power Supply
Power Input
Dimensions
Weight
Temperature
Relative Humidity Operating: 10% to 90% non-condensing, 40% to 60%
External adapter included
120 VAC (1-01 models) USA
100 – 240 VAC (2-01 models) Universal with regional
connectors
9 – 30 VDC (2.5 W maximum)
DC input
Height: 2.3 cm (0.9 in)
Width: 7.3 cm (2.87 in)
Depth: 9.5 cm (3.74 in)
0.28 kg (0.62 lbs)
Operating temperature range: 0-60C.
Storage temperature range: -40C to 85C
recommended
Storage: 10% to 90% non-condensing
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This chapter describes the installation procedure for the WiBox.
Required Information
Hardware Address
Take note of the unit’s hardware address (also known as MAC address). It is on the
product label, in the format: 00-20-4a-XX-XX-XX, where the XXs are unique numbers
assigned to the product.
Hardware Address: 00-20-4a-_____-_____-_____
IP Address
The WiBox must have a unique IP address on the network. The systems
administrator generally provides the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.
IP Address: _______ _______ _______ _______
Subnet Mask: _______ _______ _______ _______
Gateway: _______ _______ _______ _______
WLAN Settings:
Before the WiBox can communicate on an 802.11b wireless network, the WLAN
settings must match the wireless network. By default, the WiBox is set to Ad-Hoc
network mode and its wireless Network Name (SSID) is “LTRX_IBSS”.
Installing the WiBox
Complete the following steps to connect and initially configure the WiBox. Initial
configuration is done using Serial Mode.
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1. Connect one end of the supplied DB9F – DB9M null modem serial cable to the
Wibox’s serial port 1.
2. Connect the other end of the DB9 serial cable to a terminal or a PC’s serial COM
port.
3. On the PC, open a terminal emulation application (e.g. HyperTerminal). The
default serial settings are: 9600 baud, 8 bits, not parity, 1 stop bit and no flow
control(9600, 8, N, 1).
4. Enter Setup Mode by simultaneously connecting the power supply and holding
down the x key.
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5. Upon connection , the following information displays:
*** Lantronix WiBox Device Server ***
MAC address 00204A8178A4
Software version 05.6b3 (040519)
Press Enter for Setup Mode
Press Enter within 5 seconds to display the Change Setup menu.
Two settings are required for the Wibox to communicate on a wireless network:
the Server (0) and the WLAN (4) settings. Current settings are displayed in
parentheses.
6. To configure the Server settings, select 0 from the Change Setup menu and edit
the following fields:
a) IP Address: the IP address must be set to a unique value in the network.
Enter each octet and press Enter between each section inputted.
IP Address: IP Address : ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) _
b) Set Gateway IP Address: the gateway address should be the IP address of
the router connected to the same LAN segment as the WiBox unit.
Set Gateway IP Address (N) ? Y
Gateway IP addr ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) ( 0)_
c) Netmask: a netmask defines the number of bits taken from the IP address
that are assigned for the host part.
Netmask: Number of Bits for Host Part (0=default)(0)_
d) Change Telnet Configuration Password: change the Telnet configuration
password to prevent unauthorized access to the Setup Menu.
Change telnet config password (N) ? _
e) Change DHCP Device Name: change the DHCP name if the network is
DHCP-enabled.
Change DHCP device name (not set) ? (N) Y
Enter new DHCP device name : LTX
7. To configure the WLAN settings, select 4 from the Change Setup menu and edit
the following fields
a) Find Network Name: enter the network name (SSID). The default is
displayed in parentheses.
Find network name (LTRX_IBSS) ?
b) Enable Ad Hoc Network Creation: Ad Hoc network creation is enabled by
default. Select Y to modify Ad Hoc parameters or select N for infrastructure
network creation.
Enable Ad Hoc network creation (Y) ?
Name (LTRX_IBSS) ?
Country 0=US, 1=FR, 2=JP, 3=Other (0) ?
Channel (11) ?
c) Security: as an additional security measure, enable WEP on the WiBox.
Security 0=none, 1=WEP (0) ? _
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d) Authentication: when WEP is set to enabled, select an authentication
scheme.
Authentication 0=open/none, 1=shared (0) ?_
e) Encryption: when WEP is set to enabled, select the encryption type from the
menu.
Encryption 0=WEP64, 1=WEP128 (0) ?_
f) Change Key: displays when WEP is enabled. Select Y to change the
encryption key. Enter the key at the prompt.
Change Key (N) ? _
g) Data Rate: the data rate is the WiBox’s bandwidth.
Data rate, Only : 0=1, 1=2, 2=5.5, 3=11 Mbps or
Up to: 4=2, 5=5.5, 6=11 Mbps (6) ?
h) Power Management: enter Y to reduce the WiBox’s overall power
consumption (this increases the unit’s response time).
Enable power management (N) ? _
8. Upon completing the IP and WLAN settings configuration, select menu option 9
to save and exit the Wibox Serial Mode setup.
9. The WiBox is ready for wireless connection. Disconnect the serial cable from the
PC or to the WiBox.
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As an alternative to DeviceInstaller and Web-Manager, the WiBox unit is configurable
using a terminal program to access the serial port locally. Configure the WiBox so
that it can communicate on a network with serial devices. Using this terminal
program to respond to prompts is referred to as the Setup Mode.
The unit’s configuration is stored in nonvolatile memory and is retained without
power. Change the configuration at any time. The unit performs a reset after the
configuration has been changed and stored.
Note: The menus in this section show a typical device. Not all devices
display information in the same manner.
Accessing Setup Mode
To configure the unit through a serial connection:
1. Connect a console terminal or PC running a terminal emulation program to your
unit's serial port. The default serial port settings are 9600 baud, 8 bits, no parity,
1 stop bit, no flow control.
2. Reset the WiBox unit by cycling the unit's power (turning the power off and back
on). Immediately upon resetting the device, enter three lowercase x characters
(xxx).
Note: The easiest way to enter Setup Mode is to hold down the x key at
the terminal (or emulation) while resetting the unit. This must be done
within three seconds of resetting the WiBox.
3. Upon connection, the following information displays:
Figure 4-1. MAC Address
MAC address 00204AFFFF30
Software version 05.3 (040129) WBX
Press Enter to go into Setup Mode
4. To enter the Setup Mode, press Enter within 5 seconds.
Note: Connection fails if Enter is not pressed within 5 seconds.
The configuration settings display, followed by the setup menu options:
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Figure 4-2. Setup Menu Options
Change Setup:
0 Server
1 Channel 1
2 Channel 2
4 WLAN
5 Expert
6 Security
7 Factory defaults
8 Exit without save
9 Save and exit Your choice ?
5. Select an option on the menu by entering the number of the option in the Your
choice ? field and pressing Enter.
View the current configuration by pressing Enter from the Change Setup menu.
To enter a value for a parameter, type the value and press Enter. To confirm a
current value, press Enter (without inputted parameters).
6. When finished, save the new configurations (9 Save and exit). The unit reboots.
Server Configuration
The unit’s basic server (i.e. network) values display upon selecting Server (option 0
from the Change Setup menu). The following sections describe the configurable
parameters within the Server configuration menu.
Set the IP Address
If DHCP is not used to assign IP addresses, enter it manually. The IP address must
be set to a unique value in the network. Enter each octet and press Enter between
each section inputted. The current value is displayed in parentheses.
IP Address : ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) _
Set the Gateway IP Address
The gateway address, or router, allows communication to other LAN segments. The
gateway address should be the IP address of the router connected to the same LAN
segment as the unit. The gateway address must be within the local network.
The default is N (No), indicating the gateway address has not been set. To set the
gateway address, type Y. At the prompt, enter the gateway address.
Set Gateway IP Address (N) ? Y
Gateway IP addr ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) ( 0)_
Set the Netmask
A netmask defines the number of bits taken from the IP address that are assigned for
the host part.
Netmask: Number of Bits for Host Part (0=default) (0) _
The unit prompts for the number of host bits to be entered, then calculates the
netmask, which displays in standard decimal-dot notation when the saved
parameters are displayed (for example, 255.255.255.0).
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Table 4-1. Standard IP Network Netmasks Representing Host Bits
Network Class Host Bits Netmask
A 24 255.0.0.0
B 16 255.255.0.0
C 8 255.255.255.0
Change Telnet Configuration Password
Setting the Telnet configuration password prevents unauthorized access to the setup
menu via a Telnet connection to port 9999 or via web pages. The password must
have 4 characters.
Change telnet config password (N) ? _
An enhanced password setting (for Telnet access only) of 16 characters is available
under option 6 Security from the Change Setup menu.
Note: A password is not required to access the Setup Mode window via a
serial connection.
DHCP Name
If a DHCP server has automatically assigned the IP address and network settings,
discover the unit by using the DeviceInstaller network search feature.
There are three methods for assigning DHCP names to the unit.
Default DHCP Name: If the DHCP name is not changed and the IP is
0.0.0.0, then the DHCP name defaults to CXXXXXX (XXXXXX is the last 6
digits of the MAC address shown on the label on the bottom/side of the unit).
For example, if the MAC address is 00-20-4A-12-34-56, then the default
DHCP name is C123456.
Custom DHCP Name: Create your own DHCP name. If using an IP address
of 0.0.0.0, then the last option in Server configuration is Change DHCP
device name. This option allows you to change the DHCP name to an
alphanumeric name (LTX in the example).
Change DHCP device name (not set) ? (N) Y
Enter new DHCP device name : LTX
Numeric DHCP Name: Change the DHCP name by specifying the last octet
of the IP address. When using this method, the DHCP name is LTXYY where
YY is the last octet of the IP address. If the IP address specified is 0.0.0.12,
then the DHCP name is LTX12. This method only works with 2 digit numbers
(0-99).
Channel 1 and Channel 2 Configuration
Select option 1 Channel 1 or 2 Channel 2 from the Change Setup menu to define
how the serial port responds to network and serial communications. The following
sections describe the configurable parameters within the Channel configuration
menu.
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Figure 4-3. Serial and Telnet Port Parameters
Baudrate
The unit and attached serial device, such as a modem, must agree on a speed or
baud rate to use for the serial connection. Valid baud rates are 300, 600, 1200, 2400,
4800, 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 230400, 460800, or 921600.
The current value is displayed in parentheses.
Baudrate (9600) ? _
I/F (Interface) Mode
The Interface (I/F) Mode is a bit-coded byte entered in hexadecimal notation. The
current value is displayed in parentheses.
I/F Mode (4C) ? _
The following table displays available I/F Mode options:
Table 4-2. Interface Mode Options
I/F Mode Option 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
RS-232C
7 Bit 1 0
8 Bit 1 1
No Parity 0 0
Even Parity 1 1
Odd Parity 0 1
1 stop bit 0 1
2 stop bits
(1) 2 stop bits are implemented by the software. This might influence performance.
(1)
0 0
(1)
1 1
Note: If attempting to select an I/F Mode bit pertaining to RS-422/485, a
“WARNING: RS-422/485 I/F Modes not supported” message displays.
The following table demonstrates some common I/F Mode settings:
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Table 4-3. Common Interface Mode Settings
Common I/F Mode Setting Binary Hex
RS-232C, 8-bit, No Parity, 1 stop bit 0100 1100 4C
RS-232C, 7-bit, Even Parity, 1 stop bit 0111 1000 78
Flow
Flow control sets the local handshaking method for stopping serial input/output. The
current value is displayed in parentheses.
Flow (0) ? _
Use the following table to select flow control options:
Table 4-4. Flow Control Options
Flow Control Option Hex
No flow control 00
XON/XOFF flow control 01
Hardware handshake with RTS/CTS lines 02
XON/XOFF pass characters to host 05
Port Number
The Port No setting represents the source port number in TCP connections. It is the
number that identifies the channel for remote initiating connections. The port number
functions as the TCP/UDP source port number for outgoing packets. Packets sent to
the unit with this port number are received to this channel. The port number selected
is the Incoming TCP/UDP port and Outgoing TCP/UDP source port.
Port No (10001) ? _
The current value is displayed in parentheses. The default setting for Port 1 is 10001.
The range is 1-65535, except for the following reserved port numbers:
Table 4-5. Reserved Port Numbers
Port Numbers Reserved for
1 – 1024 Reserved
9999 Telnet setup
14000-14009 Reserved for Redirector
30718 Reserved (77FEh)
Note: It is recommended to not use the reserved port numbers for this
setting as incorrect operation may result.
Use Port 0 for the outgoing local port to change with each connection. The port range
is 50,000 to 59,999. Each subsequent connection increments the number by 1 (it
wraps back around to 50,000).
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Only use this automatic port increment feature to initiate a connection using TCP. Set
the port to a non-zero value when the unit is in a passive mode or when using UDP
instead of TCP.
Connect Mode
Connect Mode defines the unit’s connection method and its reaction to incoming
connections over the network. The current value is displayed in parentheses.
ConnectMode (C0) ? _
Enter Connect Mode options in hexadecimal notation:
Table 4-6. Connect Mode Options
Connect Mode Option 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
a) Incoming Connection
Never accept incoming 0 0 0
Accept with modem-control_in Active 0 1 0
Always Accept 1 1 0
b) Response
Nothing (quiet) 0
Character response (C=connect,
D=disconnect, N=unreachable)
c) Active Startup
No active startup 0 0 0 0
With any character 0 0 0 1
With modem_control_in Active 0 0 1 0
With a specific start character 0 0 1 1
Manual connection 0 1 0 0
Autostart 0 1 0 1
Hostlist 0 0 1 0
d) Datagram Type
Directed UDP 1 1 0 0
e) Modem Mode
1
Full Verbose 1 0 1 1 0
Without Echo 0 0 1 1 0
Numeric modem result codes 1 0 1 1 1
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a) Incoming Connection
Never Accept Incoming
Configuration via Serial Mode or Telnet Port
Rejects all external connection attempts.
Accept with
modem_control_in
Active
Always Accept Accepts any incoming connection when a connection is not
Accepts external connection requests only when the
modem_control_in input is asserted. Cannot be used with
Modem Mode.
already established. Default setting.
b) Response
Character Response A single character is transmitted to the serial port when there is a
change in connection state:
C = connected, D = disconnected, N = host unreachable.
This option is overridden when the Active Start Modem Mode or
Active Start Host List is in effect. Default setting is Nothing
(quiet).
No Active Startup
With Any Character Attempts to connect when any character is received from the
Accept with
modem_control_in
Active
With a Specific Start
Character
Does not attempt to initiate a connection. Default setting.
serial port.
Attempts to connect when the modem_control_in input changes
from not asserted to asserted.
Attempts to connect when it receives a specific start character
from the serial port. The default start character is carriage return.
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Manual Connection Attempts to connect when directed by a command string
received from the serial port. The first character of the command
string must be a C (ASCII 0x43), and the last character must be
either a carriage return (ASCII 0x0D) or a line feed (0x0A). No
blanks or space characters may be in the command string.
Between the first and last command string characters must be a
full or partial destination IP address and can include a
destination port number.
The IP address must be in standard dot-decimal notation and
may be a partial address, representing the least significant 1, 2,
or 3 bytes of the remote IP address. The period is required
between each pair of IP address numbers.
If present, the port number must follow the IP address, must be
presented as a decimal number in the range 1-65535, and must
be preceded by a forward slash (ASCII 0x2F). The slash
separates the IP address and the port number. If you omit the
port number from a command string, the internally stored remote
port number starts a connection.
If a partial IP address is presented in a command string, it is
interpreted to be the least significant bytes of the IP address and
uses the internally stored remote IP address to provide the most
significant bytes of the IP address. If the IP address entered is
0.0.0.0/0, the device server enters Monitor Mode.
For example, if the remote IP address already configured in the
unit is 129.1.2.3, then an example command string would be
C3/7. (This would connect to 129.1.2.3 and port 7.) You may
also use a different ending for the connection string. For
example, C50.1/23 would connect you to 129.1.50.1 and port 23.
Table 4-7. Manual Connection Address Example
Command String Result if remote IP is 129.1.2.3 and remote port is 1234
C121.2.4.5/1 Complete override; connection is started with host 121.2.4.5, port 1
C5 Connects to 129.1.2.5, port 1234
C28.10/12 Connects to 129.1.28.10, port 12
C0.0.0.0/0 Connects to 129.1.28.10, port 12; enters Monitor Mode
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Autostart (Automatic
Connection)
Hostlist The host list operates in a sequential order when attempting to
Baudrate (9600) ?
I/F Mode (4C) ?
Flow (00) ?
Port No (10001) ?
ConnectMode (C0) ?25
Hostlist :
No Entry !
Change Hostlist ? (N) Y
01. IP address : (000) 172.(000) 19.(000) 0.(000) 1 Port :
(0) ?23
02. IP address : (000) 172.(000) 19.(000) 0.(000) 2 Port :
(0) ?3001
03. IP address : (000) 172.(000) 19.(000) 0.(000) 3 Port :
(0) ?10001
04. IP address : (000) .(000) .(000) .(000)
Hostlist :
01. IP : 172.019.000.001 Port : 00023
02. IP : 172.019.000.002 Port : 03001
03. IP : 172.019.000.003 Port : 10001
Change Hostlist ? (N) N
Hostlist Retrycounter (3) ?
Hostlist Retrytimeout (250) ?
DisConnMode (00) ?
FlushMode (00) ?
DisConnTime (00:00) ?:
SendChar 1 (00) ?
SendChar 2 (00) ?
The unit automatically attempts a connection to the remote IP
address and port after booting up.
connect to the first available host. If this option is set to True, the
device server scrolls through the host list until it connects to the
first available device listed in the host list table. Once it connects,
the unit stops further attempts. If this connection fails, the unit
continues to scroll through the table until it is able to connect to
the next available IP address in the host list.
Hostlist supports a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 12 entries.
Each entry contains the IP address and the port number.
The hostlist is disabled for Manual Mode and for Modem Mode.
The unit will not accept a data connection from a remote device
when the hostlist option is enabled.
Figure 4-4. Hostlist Example
To enable the hostlist:
1. Enter a Connect Mode of 0x20. The menu shows a list of current entries already
defined in the product.
2. To delete, modify, or add an entry, select Yes. If entering an IP address of
0.0.0.0, that entry and all others after it are deleted.
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3. After completing the hostlist, repeat the previous step if necessary to edit the
hostlist again.
4. For Retrycounter, enter the number of times the Lantronix unit should try to
make a good network connection to a host list entry that it has successfully
ARPed. The range is 1-15, with the default set to 3.
5. For Retrytimeout, enter the number of seconds the unit should wait before
failing an attempted connection. The time is stored as units of milliseconds in the
range of 1-65535. The default is 250.
c) Datagram Type
Directed UDP When selecting this option, the prompt requests the Datagram type.
Enter 01 for directed or broadcast UDP.
When the UDP option is in effect, the unit uses UDP datagrams to
send and receive data.
d) Modem Mode
In Modem (Emulation) Mode, the unit presents a modem interface to the attached
serial device. It accepts AT-style modem commands, and handles the modem signals
correctly.
Normally, there is a modem connected to a local PC and a modem connected to a
remote machine. A user must dial from the local PC to the remote machine,
accumulating phone charges for each connection. Modem Mode allows you to
replace modems with WiBoxes, and to use an Ethernet connection instead of a
phone call. By not having to change communications applications, you avoid
potentially expensive phone calls.
To select Modem Mode, set the Connect Mode to C6 (no echo), D6 (echo with full
verbose), or D7 (echo with 1-character response).
Note: If the unit is in Modem Mode, and the serial port is idle, the unit can
still accept network TCP connections to the serial port if Connect Mode is set
to C6 (no echo), D6 (echo with full verbose), or D7 (echo with 1-character
response).
Without Echo In Modem Mode, echo refers to the echo of all of the characters
entered in command mode; it does not mean to echo data that is
transferred. Quiet Mode (without echo) refers to the modem not
sending an answer to the commands received (or displaying what
was typed).
Full Verbose The unit echoes modem commands and responds to a command
with a message string shown in the table below.
1-Character
Response
The unit echoes modem commands and responds to a command
with a single character response.
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Table 4-8. Modem Mode Messages
Message Meaning
Full Verbose
OK Command was executed without error.
CONNECT A network connection has been established.
NO CARRIER A network connection has been closed.
RING n.n.n.n.
1-Character Response
0 OK
1 Connected
2 Ring
3 No Carrier
4 Error
A remote device, having IP address n.n.n.n, is connecting to this
device.
Received commands must begin with the two-character sequence AT and be
terminated with a carriage return character.
The unit ignores any character sequence received not starting with AT, and only
recognizes and processes single AT-style commands. The unit treats compound AT
commands as unrecognized commands.
If the Full Verbose option is in effect, the unit responds to an unrecognized command
string that is otherwise formatted correctly (begins with AT and ends with carriage
return) with the OK message and takes no further action.
If the 1-Character Response option is in effect, the unit responds to an unrecognized
command string that is otherwise formatted correctly with OK and takes no further
action.
When an active connection is in effect, the unit transfers data and does not process
commands received from the serial interface.
When a connection is terminated or lost, the unit reverts to command mode.
When an active connection is in effect, the unit terminates the connection if it
receives the following sequence from the attached serial device:
No serial data is received for one second.
The character sequence +++ is received, with no more than one second
between each two characters.
No serial data is received for one second after the last + character. At this
time, the unit responds affirmatively per the selected echo/response mode.
The character string ATH is received, terminated with a carriage return. The
unit responds affirmatively according to the selected echo/response mode
and drops the network connection. The serial interface reverts to accepting
command strings.
If this sequence is not followed, the unit remains in data transfer mode.
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Table 4-9. Modem Mode Commands
Modem Mode
Function
Command
ATDTx.x.x.x,pppp or
ATDTx.x.x.x/pppp
ATDTx.x.x.x
ATD0.0.0.0
ATD or ATDT
ATDx.x.x.x
ATH Hangs up the connection (Entered as +++ ATH ).
Makes a connection to an IP address (x.x.x.x) and a remote port
number (pppp).
Makes a connection to an IP address (x.x.x.x) and the remote port
number defined within the unit.
Forces the unit into Monitor Mode. Uses remote IP address and
port settings to initiate a connection.
Forces the unit into Monitor Mode. Uses remote IP address and
port settings to initiate a connection.
Makes a connection to an IP address (x.x.x.x) and the remote port
number defined within the unit.
Enables or disables connections from the network going to
the serial port.
n=0 disables the ability to make a connection from the network to
ATS0=n
the serial port.
n=1-9 enables the ability to make a connection from the
network
to the serial port.
n>9 is invalid.
Enables or disables character echo and responses.
ATEn
ATVn
n=0 disables character echo and responses.
n=1 enables character echo and responses.
Enables 1-character response or full verbose.
n=0 enables 1-character response.
n=1 enables full verbose.
Note: The unit recognizes these AT commands as single commands such as
ATE0 or ATV1; it does not recognize compound commands such as ATE0V.
Auto Increment Source Port
Enter Y (Yes) auto-increment the local port number for new outgoing connections.
The range of auto-incremented port numbers is 50,000 to 59,999 and loops back to
the beginning when the maximum range is reached.
Auto increment source port (N)? _
Remote IP Address
This is the destination IP address used with an outgoing connection. The current
value is displayed in parentheses.
Remote IP Address : ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) ( 0)_
Note: This option is not displayed when Hostlist is enabled from the
ConnectMode prompt (see Connect Mode on page 26 for more information).
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Remote Port
Set the remote TCP port number for the unit to make outgoing connections. This
parameter defines the port number on the target host to which a connection is
attempted.
To connect an ASCII terminal to a host using the unit for login purposes, use the
remote port number 23 (Internet standard port number for Telnet services).
Remote Port ( 0) ? _
Note: This option is not displayed when Hostlist is enabled from the
ConnectMode prompt (see Connect Mode on page 26 for more information).
DisConnMode
Disconnect Mode (DisConnMode) determines the conditions under which the unit will
cause a network connection to terminate. The current value is displayed in
parentheses.
DisConnMode ( 0) ? _
In DisConnMode, modem_control_in either drops the connection or is ignored. The
following table displays the available input options:
Table 4-10. Disconnect Mode Options
Disconnect Mode Option 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Disconnect with
modem_control_in drop
(6)
Ignore modem_control_in 0
Telnet mode and terminal type
(1)
setup
Channel (port) password
Hard disconnect
(2)
1
(3)
0
Disable hard disconnect 1
State LED off with connection
Disconnect with EOT (^D)
(1) The WiBox sends the "Terminal Type" upon an outgoing connection.
(2) A password is required for a connection to the serial port from the network.
(3) The TCP connection closes even if the remote site does not acknowledge the disconnection.
(4) When there is a network connection to or from the serial port, the state LED turns off instead of blinking.
(5) When Ctrl D or Hex 04 is detected, the connection is dropped. Both Telnet mode and Disconnect with
EOT must be enabled for Disconnect with EOT to function properly. Ctrl D is only detected going from the
serial port to the network.
(6) When modem_control_in transitions from a high state to a low state, the network connection to or from the
serial port drops.
(5)
1
1
1
(4)
1
Flush Mode
The FlushMode (buffer flushing) parameter controls line handling and network buffers
with connection startup and disconnect.
FlushMode ( 0) ? _
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Select between two different packing algorithms (the current configuration is
displayed within the parentheses). Available Flush Mode options are:
Table 4-11. Flush Mode Options
Function 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Input Buffer (Serial to Network)
Clear with a connection that is initiated from the
device to the network
Clear with a connection initiated from the network
to the device
Clear when the network connection to or from the
device is disconnected
Output Buffer (Network to Serial)
Clear with a connection that is initiated from the
device to the network
Clear with a connection initiated from the network
to the device
Clear when the network connection to or from the
device is disconnected
Alternate Packing Algorithm (Pack Control)
Enable 1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Pack Control
The packing algorithm defines how and when packets are sent to the network. The
standard algorithm is optimized for applications in which the unit is used in a local
environment. The alternate packing algorithm minimizes the packet count on the
network and is especially useful in applications in a routed Wide Area Network
(WAN). Adjusting parameters in this mode can economize the network data stream.
Pack control settings are enabled in Flush Mode. Set this value to 00 if specific
functions are not needed.
Table 4-12. Pack Control Options
Option 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Packing Interval
Interval: 12ms 0 0
Interval: 52ms 0 1
Interval: 250ms 1 0
Interval: 5sec 1 1
Trailing Characters
None 0 0
One 0 1
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Option 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Two 1 0
Send Characters
2-Byte Send Character
Sequence
Send Immediately After
Send chars
1
1
Packing Interval: Packing Interval defines how long the unit should wait before
sending accumulated characters. This wait period is between successive network
segments containing data. For alternate packing, the default interval is 12 ms.
Trailing Characters: In some applications, CRC, Checksum, or other trailing
characters follow the end-of-sequence character; this option helps to adapt frame
transmission to the frame boundary.
Send Characters:
If 2-Byte Send Character Sequence is enabled, the unit interprets the
sendchars as a 2-byte sequence; if this option is not enabled, the unit
interprets them independently.
If Send Immediately After Characters is not set, any characters already in the
serial buffer are included in the transmission after a "transmit" condition is
found. If this option is set, the unit sends immediately after recognizing the
transmit condition (sendchar or timeout).
Note: A transmission might occur if status information needs to be
exchanged or an acknowledgment needs to be sent.
DisConnTime (Inactivity Timeout)
Use this parameter to set an inactivity timeout. The unit drops the connection if there
is no activity on the serial line before the set time expires. Enter time in the format
mm:ss, where m is the number of minutes and s is the number of seconds.
DisConnTime (0: 0) ?:
To disable the inactivity timeout, enter 00:00. Range is 0 (disabled) to 5999 seconds
(99 minutes, 59 seconds). The default is 0.
SendChar 1 and SendChar2
Enter up to two characters in hexadecimal representation.
SendChar 1 ( 0) ? _
SendChar 2 ( 0) ? _
If the unit receives a character on the serial line that matches one of these
characters, it sends the character immediately, along with any awaiting characters, to
the TCP connection. This action minimizes the response time for specific protocol
characters on the serial line (for example, ETX, EOT). Setting the first SendChar to
00 disables the recognition of the characters. Alternatively, the unit can interpret two
characters as a sequence (see Pack Control on page 34).
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Telnet Terminal Type
This parameter displays only if the terminal type option is enabled in Disconnect
Mode. If this option is enabled, use the terminal name for the Telnet terminal type.
Enter only one name.
If the terminal type option is enabled, the unit also reacts to the EOR (end of record)
and binary options, which can be used for applications such as terminal emulation to
UNIX hosts.
Channel (Port) Password
This parameter appears only if the channel (port) password option is enabled in
Disconnect Mode. If the option is enabled, set a password on the serial port.
WLAN Settings
Without adequate protection, a wireless LAN is susceptible to access by
unauthorized users. As such, WiBox includes the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
encryption standard as an additional means of security.
To modify WLAN and WEP settings, select 4 WLAN from the Change Setup menu.
Find Network Name
Enter the name of the network in which the WiBox unit resides. The current value is
displayed in parentheses.
Find network name (LTRX_IBSS) ? _
Enable Ad Hoc Network Creation
The current value is displayed in parentheses. By default, Ad Hoc network creation is
enabled on WiBox.
Enable Ad Hoc network creation (Y) ?
Name (LTRX_IBSS) ?
Country 0=US, 1=FR, 2=JP, 3=Other (0) ?
Channel (11) ?
Enter Y to enable Ad Hoc network creation and display configurable parameters:
1. At the Name prompt, enter the network name as text and hit Enter. The default
name displays in parentheses.
2. Select a Country by entering 0, 1, or 3. By default, 0 (United States) is selected.
Press Enter.
3. At the Channel prompt, enter the WiBox’s channel setting.
Security
As an additional security measure, enable WEP on the WiBox. The current value is
displayed in parentheses. By default, WEP is disabled on WiBox.
Security 0=none, 1=WEP (0) ? _
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Authentication
Displays when Security is set to 1 (WEP). Select an authentication scheme from the
available menu options: None (Open) or Shared. Selecting Shared requires
manually entering the authentication key.
Authentication 0=open/none, 1=shared (0) ?_
Encryption
Displays when Security is set to 1 (WEP). Select the encryption type from the menu.
WEP provides a level of security by encrypting data so that it is protected as it is
transmitted from one end point to another. 128 bits is the default encryption.
Encryption 0=WEP64, 1=WEP128 (0) ?_
Change Key
Displays when Security is set to 1 (WEP). Select Y to change the encryption key
used for WEP. The default is N, which keeps the current encryption key.
Change Key (N) ? _
Enter Key
Displays when Change Key is set to Y. Enter the encryption key in hexadecimal
values (characters do not display to the screen). For 64 bit encryption, enter 10
characters. For 128 bit encryption, enter 26 characters.
Enter Key: **_**_**_*
Data Rate
WiBox permits the control of the transmission rate. The data rate is the WiBox’s
bandwidth. If multiple products are used, it may be required to lower the bandwidth
to ensure one product is not using all the available bandwidth. The current value is
displayed in parentheses.
Data rate, Only : 0=1, 1=2, 2=5.5, 3=11 Mbps or
Up to: 4=2, 5=5.5, 6=11 Mbps (6) ?
Power Management
Power management reduces the overall power consumption of the WiBox unit.
Enabling power management increases the unit’s response time. The current value
is displayed in parentheses.
Enable power management (N) ? _
Expert Settings
Note: Change these settings via Telnet or serial connection s only.
Caution: Only an expert should change these parameters. These changes
hold serious consequences.
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TCP Keepalive Time
TCP Keepalive time defines how many seconds the unit waits during a silent
connection before checking whether the currently connected network device is still on
the network. If the unit does not receive a response, it drops that connection.
TCP Keepalive time in s (1s – 65s; 0s=disable): (45)? _
ARP Cache Timeout
When the unit communicates with another device on the network, it adds an entry
into its ARP table. ARP Cache timeout defines the number of seconds (1-600) the
unit waits before timing out this table.
ARP Cache timeout in s (1s – 65s; 0s=disable): (600)? _
Security Settings
Change security settings via Telnet or serial connections only, not on the Web-
Manager.
Note: As recommended, set security over the dedicated network or over the
serial setup. If the parameters are set over the network (Telnet 9999),
someone else could capture these settings.
Caution: Disabling both Telnet Setup and Port 77FE prevent users from
accessing the setup menu from the network.
Disable SNMP
For security purposes, disable SNMP (if required) on the WiBox unit. The current
setting is displayed in parentheses.
Disable SNMP (N) ? _
SNMP Community Name
The SNMP Community Name is a required field for NMS to read or write to a device.
Enter a string of 1 to 13 characters.
SNMP Community Name (public): _
The default entry is public. The current value is displayed in parentheses.
Disable Telnet Setup
Note: If this option is disabled, note that disabling both Telnet Setup and Port
77FE prevents users from accessing the setup menu from the network.
This setting defaults to the N (No) option. The Y (Yes) option disables access to
Setup Mode by Telnet (port 9999). It only allows access locally via the web pages
and the serial port of the unit.
Disable Telnet Setup (N) ? _
Disable TFTP Firmware Upgrade
This setting defaults to the N (No) option. The Y (Yes) option disables TFTP for
network firmware upgrades.
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Disable TFTP Firmware Update (N) : _
With this option, download firmware upgrades over the serial port using
DeviceInstaller’s Recover Firmware procedure (see Recovering the Firmware Using
the Serial Port on page 12).
Disable Port 77FE (Hex)
Note: Disabling both Telnet Setup and Port 77FE prevents users from
accessing the setup menu from the network.
Port 77FE is used by DeviceInstaller, Web-Manager, and custom programs to
configure the unit remotely. If required, disable this capability for security purposes.
Disable Port 77FEh (N) ? _
The default setting is the N (No) option, which enables remote configuration. As a
result, configure the unit by using DeviceInstaller, web pages, Telnet, or serial
configuration.
The Y (Yes) option disables remote configuration and web sites.
Note: The Y (Yes) option disables many of the GUI tools for configuring the
unit, including the embedded Web-Manager tool.
Disable Web Server
The Y (Yes) option disables the web server. This setting defaults to the N (option).
Disable Web Server (N) ? _
Disable Web Setup
The Y (Yes) option disables configuration via the Web-Manager. This setting defaults
to the N (option).
Disable Web Setup (N) ? _
Disable ECHO Ports
This setting controls whether the serial port echoes characters it receives. The
current value is displayed in parentheses.
Disable ECHO ports (Y) ? _
Enable Enhanced Password
This setting defaults to the N (option), which permits a 4-character password
protecting Setup Mode by means of Telnet and web pages.
Enable Enhanced Password (Y) ? _
The Y (Yes) option allows an extended security password of 16-characters for
protecting Telnet access.
Factory Defaults
Select 7 Factory Defaults from the Change Setup menu to reset the unit’s Channel
1 configuration, Channel 2 configuration, E-mail settings, and Expert settings to the
factory default settings. The server configuration settings for IP address, gateway IP
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address, and netmask remain unchanged. The specific settings that this option
changes are listed below:
Channel 1 Configuration
Baudrate
I/F Mode
Port No
Connect Mode C0 (always accept incoming connection; no active
Hostlist Retry Counter
Hostlist Retry Timeout
Send Character
All other parameters
9600
4C (1 stop bit, no parity, 8 bit, RS-232C)
10001
connection startup)
3
250 (msec)
0x0D (CR)
0
Channel 2 Configuration
Baudrate
I/F Mode
Port No
Connect Mode C0 (always accept incoming connection; no active
9600
4C (1 stop bit, no parity, 8 bit, RS-232C)
10002
connection startup)
Hostlist Retry Counter
Hostlist Retry Timeout
Send Character
All other parameters
WLAN Settings
Enable WLAN
Find Network Name
Enable Ad Hoc Network Creation
Name
Country
Channel
Security
Data Rate
3
250 (msec)
0x0D (CR)
0
(Y) Yes
LTRX_IBSS
(Y) Yes
LTRX_IBSS
(0) United States
11
(0) None
11Mbps
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Expert Settings
Configuration via Serial Mode or Telnet Port
TCP keepalive
ARP cache timeout
Security Settings
Disable SNMP
SNMP Community Name
Disable Telnet Setup
Disable TFTP Firmware Update
Disable Port 77FEh
Disable Web Server
Disable ECHO ports
Enable Enhanced password
Exit Configuration Mode
To exit setup mode:
Select option 9 Save and exit from the Change Setup menu to save all
changes and reboot the device. All values are stored in nonvolatile memory.
or
Select option 8 Exit without save from the Change Setup menu to exit the
configuration mode without saving any changes or rebooting.
45 (seconds)
600 (seconds)
(N) No
public
(N) No
(N) No
(N) No
(N) No
(Y) Yes
(N) No
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This chapter describes how to configure the WiBox using Web-Manager, Lantronix’s
browser-based configuration tool. The unit’s configuration is stored in nonvolatile
memory and is retained without power. The unit performs a reset after the
configuration is changed and stored.
Accessing WiBox using Web-Manager
Note: Make note of the MAC address. It is needed to locate the WiBox using
DeviceInstaller. For more information on the hardware address, see
Hardware Address on page 14.
Follow the instructions on the product CD to install and run DeviceInstaller.
1. Click StartÆPrograms Æ LantronixÆDeviceInstallerÆDeviceInstaller. If the
PC has more than one network adapter, a message displays requesting the
selection of a network adapter. Select an adapter and click OK.
2. Click the Search icon and select the WiBox unit from the list of Lantronix device
servers on the local network.
3. Highlight the WiBox device in the list and click Web. Web-Manager for WiBox
opens in a new browser window.
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Figure 5-1. Web-Manager
The main menu is displayed in the left side of the Web-Manager window.
Note: Alternatively, access the WiBox’s Web-Manager if it is connected to
the network by entering its IP address in a web browser.
Network Configuration
The unit’s network values display upon selecting Network from the main menu. The
following sections describe the configurable parameters within the Network
configuration menu.
Note: The IP address is assigned via DHCP (on DHCP-enabled networks).
Assign a static IP address only if necessary.
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Figure 5-2. Network Settings
Configuration Using Web-Manager
Automatic IP Address Configuration
To automatically assign an IP address and its network configuration:
1. Click Network from the main menu.
2. Select Obtain IP address automatically.
3. Enter the following (as necessary):
Disable BOOTP Leave the checkbox empty to enable Bootstrap Protocol
(BOOTP). The BOOTP server automatically assigns the IP
address from a pool of addresses.
Disable DHCP Leave the checkbox empty to enable Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol (DHCP). DHCP automatically assigns
a leased IP address to the WiBox unit.
Disable Auto-IP The WiBox generates an IP in the 169.254.x.x address range
with a Class B subnet. Select the checkbox to disable this
feature.
Host Name
Note: Consult the System or Network Administrator before adjusting these
settings.
4. Click the OK button when finished.
Enter the name of the host on the network.
Static IP Address Configuration
To manually assign an IP address and its network configuration:
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1. Click Network from the main menu.
2. Select Use the following IP configuration.
3. Enter the following (as necessary):
IP Address If DHCP is not used to assign IP addresses, enter it manually.
Subnet Mask A subnet mask defines the number of bits taken from the IP
Default Gateway The gateway address, or router, allows communication to
4. Click the OK button when finished.
Server Configuration
The unit’s server values display upon selecting Server from the main menu. The
following sections describe the configurable parameters within the Server
configuration menu.
The IP address must be set to a unique value in the network.
address that are assigned for the host part.
other LAN segments. The gateway address should be the IP
address of the router connected to the same LAN segment as
the unit. The gateway address must be within the local
network.
Figure 5-3. Server Settings
To configure the WiBox’s device server settings:
1. Click Server from the main menu.
2. Configure or modify the following fields:
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Telnet Password
Configuration Using Web-Manager
Enter the password required for Telnet access.
Retype Password
Advanced
ARP Cache Timeout When the unit communicates with another device on the
TCP Keepalive TCP Keepalive time defines how many seconds the unit waits
Host List Configuration
The host list operates in a sequential order when attempting to connect to the first
available host. The WiBox scrolls through the host list until it connects to a device
listed in the host list table. After a successful connection, the unit stops trying to
connect to any others. If this connection fails, the unit continues to scroll through the
table until the next successful connection.
The host list supports a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 12 entries. Each entry
contains an IP address and a port number.
Note: The host list is disabled for Manual and Modem Mode. The unit will not
accept a data connection from a remote device when the host list option is
enabled.
Re-enter the password required for Telnet access.
network, it adds an entry into its ARP table. ARP Cache
timeout defines the number of seconds (1-600) before it
refreshes this table.
during an inactive connection before checking its status. If the
unit does not receive a response, it drops that connection.
Enter a value between 0 and 60 seconds. 0 disables
keepalive.
To configure the WiBox’s host list:
1. From the main menu, click the Hostlist tab.
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Figure 5-4. Hostlist Settings
2. Enter or modify the following fields from the Hostlist Settings window:
Retry Settings
Retry Counter Enter the value for the number of times the WiBox should
attempt to retry connecting to the host list.
Retry Timeout Enter the duration (in seconds) the WiBox should abandon
attempting a connection to the host list.
Host Information
Host Address
Port
Enter or modify the host’s IP address.
Enter the target port number.
Channel 1 and Channel 2 Configuration
Channel 1 and Channel 2 configurations define how the serial ports respond to
network and serial communication.
Serial Settings
To configure a channel’s serial settings:
1. From the main menu, click Serial Settings for either Channel 1 or Channel 2 to
display the Serial Settings page for the selected channel.
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Figure 5-5. Channel Serial Settings
2. In the available fields, enter the following information:
Channel 1
Disable Serial Port Available on Channel 1 settings only. When selected,
disables communication through the serial port.
Port Settings
Protocol Select the protocol type from the pull down menu for the
selected channel.
Flow Control Flow control manages data flow between devices in a network
to ensure it is processed efficiently. Too much data arriving
before a device is prepared to manage it causes lost or
retransmitted data.
Baud Rate The unit and attached serial device, such as a modem, must
agree on a speed or baud rate to use for the serial connection.
Valid baud rates are 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600
(default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 230400, 460800, or
921600.
Data Bits
Parity Checks for the parity bit. The default is None.
Indicates the number of bits in a transmitted data package.
Stop Bits The stop bit follows the data and parity bits in serial
communication. It indicates the end of transmission.
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Pack Control
Enable Packing
Idle Gap Time Select the maximum time for inactivity. The default time is 12
Match 2 Byte Sequence Use to indicate the end of a series of data to be sent as one
Match Bytes Use to indicate the end of a series of data to be sent as one
Send Frame Only After the detection of the byte sequence, indicates whether to
Select the checkbox to enable packing on the WiBox.
Two firmware-selectable packing algorithms define how and
when packets are sent to the network. The standard algorithm
is optimized for applications in which the unit is used in a local
environment, allowing for very small delays for single
characters, while keeping the packet count low. The alternate
packing algorithm minimizes the packet count on the network
and is especially useful in applications in a routed Wide Area
Network (WAN). Adjusting parameters in this mode can
economize the network data stream.
milliseconds.
group. The sequence must occur sequentially to indicate to
the WiBox end of the data collection.
group. Set this value to 00 if specific functions are not
needed.
send the data frame or the entire buffer. Select True to send
only the data frame.
Send Trailing Bytes Select the number of bytes to send after the end-of-sequence
characters.
Flush Input Buffer (Serial to Network)
With Active Connect
With Passive Connect
At Time of Disconnect
Select Yes to clear the input buffer with a connection that is
initiated from the device to the network.
Select Yes to clear the input buffer with a connection initiated
from the network to the device.
Select Yes to clear the input buffer when the network
connection to or from the device is disconnected.
Flush Output Buffer (Network to Serial)
With Active Connect
With Passive Connect
At Time of Disconnect
Select Yes to clear the output buffer with a connection that is
initiated from the device to the network.
Select Yes to clear the output buffer with a connection initiated
from the network to the device.
Select Yes to clear the output buffer when the network
connection to or from the device is disconnected.
Connection Settings - TCP
To configure a channel’s TCP settings:
1. From the main menu, click Connection for either Channel 1 or Channel 2 to
display the Connection Settings page for the selected channel.
2. In the available fields, enter the following information:
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Connect Protocol
Protocol Select TCP from the pull down menu.
Figure 5-6. TCP Connection Settings
Connect Mode: Passive Connection
Accept Incoming Select Yes to accept incoming connections.
Password Required Determines whether a password is required for an incoming
passive connection. Field is not available when a password is
set for Telnet mode.
Password
Connect Mode: Active Connection
Active Connect
Start Character
Modem Mode Indicates the on-screen response type when in Modem Mode
If Password Required was set to Yes, enter the password for
passive connections.
Select None to disable Active Connect. Otherwise, indicate
the connection type from the available list. Never Accept
Incoming rejects all external connection attempts. Accept
with modem_control_in Active accepts external connection
requests only when the modem_control_in input is asserted.
Cannot be used with Modem Mode. Always Accept accepts
any incoming connection when a connection is not already
established.
If Active Connect is set to With Start Character, enter the
start character in this field.
(if enabled).
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Endpoint Configuration
Local Port
Enter the local port number.
Auto increment local
port number
Remote Port
Remote Host
Select to auto-increment the local port number for new
outgoing connections. The range of auto-incremented port
numbers is 50,000 to 59,999 and loops back to the beginning
when the maximum range is reached.
Enter the remote port number.
Enter the IP address of the remote device.
Common Options
Telnet Mode This field is available for configuration only when Active
Connection is not set to None. Select Enable to permit Telnet
communication to the WiBox unit.
Terminal Name This field is available for configuration only when Telnet Mode
is set to Enable.
Use the terminal name for the Telnet terminal type. Enter only
one name. When this option is enabled, the unit also reacts to
the EOR (end of record) and binary options, which can be
used for applications such as terminal emulation to IBM hosts.
Connect Response A single character is transmitted to the serial port when there
is a change in connection state. Default setting is None.
Use Hostlist The host list operates in a sequential order when attempting to
connect to the first available host. If this option is set to True,
the device server scrolls through the host list until it connects
to a device listed in the host list table. Once it connects, the
unit stops trying to connect to any others. If this connection
fails, the unit continues to scroll through the table until it is
able to connect to another IP in the host list.
The host list is disabled for Manual Mode and for Modem
Mode. The unit will not accept a data connection from a
remote device when the host list option is enabled.
For information on configuring the host list, see Host List
Configuration on page 47.
LED
Select Blink for the status LEDs to blink upon connection or
None for no LED output.
Disconnect Mode
On Mdm_Ctrl_In Drop
Hard Disconnect
With EOT
Set to Yes for the network connection to or from the serial port
to drop when modem_control_in transitions from a high state
to a low state.
When set to Yes, the TCP connection closes even if the
remote site does not acknowledge the disconnect request.
Choose Yes to drop the connection when Ctrl-D or Hex 04 is
detected. Both Telnet mode and Disconnect with EOT must
be enabled for Disconnect with EOT to function properly. Ctrl
D is only detected going from the serial port to the network.
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Inactivity Timeout Use this parameter to set an inactivity timeout. The unit drops
the connection if there is no activity on the serial line before
the set time expires. Enter time in the format mm:ss, where m
is the number of minutes and s is the number of seconds. To
disable the inactivity timeout, enter 00:00.
Connection Settings - UDP
To configure a channel’s UDP settings:
1. From the main menu, click Connection for either Channel 1 or Channel 2 to
display the Connection Settings page for the selected channel.
2. In the available fields, enter the following information:
Connect Protocol
Protocol Select UDP from the pull down menu.
Figure 5-7. UDP Connection Settings
Datagram Mode
Datagram Type Configures remote IP or network broadcast address and the
remote port. Enter 01 for directed or broadcast UDP.
Accept Incoming Select Yes to accept incoming UDP datagrams.
Endpoint Configuration
Local Port
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Enter the local port number.
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Remote Port
Remote Host
Change Address Table
WLAN Configuration
Without adequate protection, a wireless LAN is susceptible to access by
unauthorized users. As such, WiBox includes the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
encryption standard as an additional means of security.
To configure the WiBox’s WLAN settings:
1. Select WLAN from the main menu to open the WLAN Settings window.
Enter the port number of the remote device.
Enter the IP address of the remote device.
Field enabled when Datagram Type is set to FD. Enter values
between 1-255 to identify units on the local network of device
servers.
Figure 5-8. WLAN Settings
2. Enter or modify the following fields:
Network Interface
Network Name
Ad Hoc Settings
Ad Hoc Network
Creation
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Field is set to WLAN.
Enter the name of the network where the WiBox is located.
Select the checkbox when using a client (such as a wireless
card) to communicate with the WiBox instead of an Access
Point.
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Ad Hoc Network Name
Ad Hoc Network
Channel
Ad Hoc Country From the pull down menu, select a country for the Ad Hoc
Enter the network name for the Ad Hoc network.
Select from the pull down menu the radio channel for the Ad
Hoc network. The default value is 11.
network. The default is United States.
Wireless Network Security
Security As an additional security measure, enable WEP on the WiBox.
By default, WEP is disabled on WiBox.
Authentication Select an authentication scheme from the pull down menu:
None (Open) or Shared. Selecting Shared requires manually
entering the authentication key.
Encryption
Encrypti on Key
Select the encryption type from the pull down menu. 128 bits
is the default encryption.
Field is enabled when WEP is selected as the Security type.
Enter the Encrypti on Key in hexadecimal value
Advanced Settings
Data Rate WiBox permits the control of the transmission rate. The data
rate is the WiBox’s bandwidth. If multiple products are used, it
may be required to lower the bandwidth to ensure one product
is not using all the available bandwidth. Select the data rate
(in Mbps) from the pull down menu.
Radio Power
Management
Updating Settings
Click the Apply Settings button from the main menu to save and apply the
configuration changes.
Power management reduces the overall power consumption
of the WiBox unit. Selecting Enable increases the response
time.
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This chapter covers the steps for getting the WiBox device server online and working.
Accessing WiBox using DeviceInstaller
Note: Make note of the MAC address. It is needed to locate the WiBox using
DeviceInstaller. For more information on the hardware address, see
Hardware Address on page 14.
Follow the instructions on the product CD to install and run DeviceInstaller.
1. Click StartÆPrograms Æ LantronixÆDeviceInstallerÆDeviceInstaller. If the
PC has more than one network adapter, a message displays requesting the
selection of a network adapter. Select an adapter and click OK.
2. Click the Search icon and select the WiBox unit from the list of Lantronix device
servers on the local network.
3. Highlight the WiBox device in the list and click Settings. The Configure Device
window for the WiBox unit displays.
4. To store configuration changes, click OK. To store and apply modifications, click
Apply.
Server Configuration
To manually assign an IP Address:
1. Click the Assign IP icon
2. If prompted, enter the hardware address (on the product label) and click Next.
3. Select Assign a specific IP address and click Next.
4. Enter the IP address. The Subnet mask displays automatically based on the IP
address; if desired, change it. On a local network, you can leave the Default
gateway blank (all zeros). Click Next.
5. Click the Assign pushbutton and wait several seconds until a confirmation
message displays. Click Finish.
6. Select the device from the main window list and select Ping from the Tools
menu. The Ping Device dialog box shows the IP address of the selected unit.
7. Click the Ping button. The results display in the Status window. Click the Clear
Status button to clear the window so you can ping the device again.
Note: If you do not receive “Reply” messages, make sure the unit is
properly attached to the network and that the IP address assigned is
valid for the particular network segment you are working with. If you are
not sure, check with your systems administrator.
8. Click the Close button to close the dialog box and return to the main window.
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WLAN Configuration
Without adequate protection, a wireless LAN is susceptible to access by
unauthorized users. As such, WiBox includes the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
encryption standard as an additional means of security.
To configure the WiBox’s WLAN settings:
Note: These settings are dependent on a given network’s individual settings.
1. From the Configure Device window for the WiBox unit, click the Advanced tab.
2. In the WLAN Configurable Items section, enter the following fields:
Application Examples
Current Network
Interface
Network Name to Search Enter the name of the network in which the WiBox unit
Ad Hoc Network
Creation
Ad Hoc Network Name
Ad Hoc Country From the pull down menu, select a country for the Ad Hoc
Ad Hoc Network
Channel
Security As an additional security measure, enable WEP on the WiBox.
Authentication Select an authentication scheme from the pull down menu:
Encryption Select the encryption type from the pull down menu. 128 bits
Encrypti on Key Manually enter the Encryption Key in hexadecimal value. 10
Use the pull down menu to select a WLAN interface or an
Ethernet interface.
resides.
Select Enable when using a client (such as a wireless card) to
associate to a network.
Enter the network name for the Ad Hoc network.
network. The default is United States.
Select the radio channel from the pull down menu for the Ad
Hoc network. The default value is 11.
By default, WEP is disabled.
None (Open) or Shared. Selecting Shared requires manually
entering the authentication key.
is the default encryption.
hexadecimal characters are required for 64 bit encryption. 26
hexadecimal characters are required for 128 bit encryption.
Data Rate WiBox permits the control of the transmission rate (in Mbps).
The data rate is the WiBox’s bandwidth. If multiple products
are used, it may be required to lower the bandwidth to ensure
one product is not using all the available bandwidth.
3. Click Apply to apply the changes immediately to the WiBox and automatically
reboot. Click OK to save the changes to apply at the next reboot.
Host List Configuration
The host list operates in a sequential order when attempting to connect to the first
available host. If this option is set to True, the device server scrolls through the host
list until it connects to the first available device listed in the host list table. Once it
connects, the unit stops further attempts. If this connection fails, the unit continues to
scroll through the table until it is able to connect to the next available IP address in
the host list.
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The host list supports a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 12 entries. Each entry
contains an IP address and a port number. This field is available for configuration
only when Active Connection is not set to None.
Note: The host list is disabled for Manual and Modem Mode. The unit will not
accept a data connection from a remote device when the host list option is
enabled.
To configure the WiBox’s host list:
1. From the Configure Device window for the WiBox unit, click the Advanced tab.
2. In the Host List section, modify the following fields:
Retry Counter Enter the value for the number of times the WiBox should
Retry Timeout Enter the duration (in seconds) the WiBox should abandon
3. Click the “…” next to the Host List field to open the HostListEntry Collection
Editor Window. The list of host list IP addresses display in the Members section.
4. Click on a host list member to highlight it and enter the following information in
the Properties section:
attempt to retry connecting to the host list.
attempting connection to the host list.
Host
Port
Enter or modify the Host’s IP address.
Enter the port on which the Host’s IP address resides.
5. Click Apply to apply the changes immediately to the WiBox and automatically
reboot. Click OK to save the changes to apply at the next reboot.
Channel 1 and Channel 2 Configuration
Channel 1 and Channel 2 configurations define how the serial port responds to
network and serial communications.
To configure the channel configurations:
1. From the Configure Device window for the WiBox unit, click the Ports tab. The
list of available ports display.
2. Click on a port number and click Edit Settings. The Port Properties window
opens.
3. Click the Port Settings tab. In the available fields, change the following pull
down menu options as necessary:
Baud Rate The unit and attached serial device, such as a modem, must
agree on a speed or baud rate to use for the serial connection.
Valid baud rates are 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600
(default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 230400, 460800, and
921600.
Data bits
Parity Refers to the checking whether data has been lost or written
Stop bits The stop bit follows the data and parity bits in serial
Indicates the number of bits in a transmitted data package.
over when transmitted between computers. The default is
None.
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communication. It indicates the end of transmission.
Flow control Flow control manages data flow between devices in a network
to ensure it is processed efficiently. Too much data arriving
before a device is prepared to manage it causes lost or
retransmitted data.
The following table demonstrates some common Interface Mode (I/F) settings:
Table 6-1. Common Interface Mode Settings
Common I/F Mode Setting
RS-232C, 8-bit, No Parity, 1 stop bit
RS-232C, 7-bit, Even Parity, 1 stop bit
To configure advanced channel configurations:
4. From the Configure Device window for the WiBox unit, click the Ports tab. The
list of available ports display.
5. Click on a port number and click Edit Settings. The Port Properties window
opens.
6. Click the Advanced tab. In the available fields, change the following pull down
menu options as necessary:
Serial Settings
Baud Rate The unit and attached serial device, such as a modem, must
agree on a speed or baud rate to use for the serial connection.
Valid baud rates are 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600
(default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 230400, 460800, or
921600.
Data bits
Flow control Flow control manages data flow between devices in a network
Stop bits The stop bit follows the data and parity bits in serial
Parity Refers to the checking whether data has been lost or written
Indicates the number of bits in a transmitted data package.
to ensure it is processed efficiently. Too much data arriving
before a device is prepared to manage it causes lost or
retransmitted data.
communication. It indicates the end of transmission.
over when transmitted between computers. The default is
None.
UDP Datagram Mode
Datagram Mode When the UDP option is in effect, the unit never attempts to
initiate a TCP connection because it uses UDP datagrams to
send and receive data. Select True to enable Datagram
Mode.
Datagram Type
Configurable when Datagram Mode is set to True.
Configures remote IP or network broadcast address and the
remote port. Enter 01 for directed or broadcast UDP.
Passive Connection
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Accept Passive
Connection
Local Port Port number for an incoming connection. Also used as the
Password Required Select True to require a password for incoming connections.
Port Password
Select Yes to permit incoming network connection on this
port.
source port number.
This parameter appears only when Password Required is set
to True. Enter a password for the selected channel or serial
port.
Active Connection
Active Connection
Terminal Type This field is available for configuration only when Telnet Mode
Remote Port This field is available for configuration only when Active
Defines the unit’s connection method. The default is None
(no Active Connection).
to True.
Use the terminal name for the Telnet terminal type. Enter only
one name. When this option is enabled, the unit also reacts to
the EOR (end of record) and binary options, which can be
used for applications such as terminal emulation to UNIX
hosts.
Connection is not set to None.
Set the remote TCP port number for the unit to make outgoing
connections. This parameter defines the port number on the
target host to which a connection is attempted.
To connect an ASCII terminal to a host using the unit for login
purposes, use the remote port number 23 (Internet standard
port number for Telnet services).
Use Host List This field is available for configuration only when Active
Connection is not set to None.
If this option is set to True, the device server attempts a
connection from the host list. This process stops at the first
valid connection.
The host list is disabled for Manual or Modem Mode. The unit
will not accept a data connection from an incoming remote
device when the host list option is enabled.
For information on configuring the host list, see Host List
Configuration on page 3.
Modem Emulation Mode In Modem (Emulation) Mode, the unit presents a modem
interface to the attached serial device. It accepts AT-style
modem commands, and handles the modem signals
accordingly.
For more information on Modem Emulation Mode, see Modem
Mode on page 30.
Selecting Without Echo tells the modem not send an answer
to the commands received (or display typed data).
Choose Full Verbose for the unit to echo modem commands
and respond to a command with a message string.
Character Response tells the WiBox unit to echo modem
commands and respond to a command with a single character
response.
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Telnet Mode This field is available for configuration only when Active
Connection is not set to None. Select True to permit a Telnet
connection to the WiBox unit.
Remote Host This field is available for configuration only when Active
Connection is not set to None.
Denotes the destination IP address used with an outgoing
connection.
Connection Response A single character is transmitted to the serial port when there
is a change in connection state. Default setting is None.
Disconnection
Disable Hard Disconnect The TCP connection closes even if the remote site does not
acknowledge a disconnect request.
Disconnect with
modem_control_in
Disconnect with EOT The connection is dropped when Ctrl-D or Hex 04 is detected.
Inactivity Timeout Use this parameter to set an inactivity timeout. The unit drops
The connection drops when modem_control_in transitions
from a high state to a low state.
Both Telnet mode and Disconnect with EOT must be enabled
for Disconnect with EOT to function properly. Ctrl D is only
detected going from the serial port to the network.
the connection if there is no activity on the serial line before
the set time expires. Enter time in the format mm:ss, where m
is the number of minutes and s is the number of seconds. To
disable the inactivity timeout, enter 00:00.
Connection
Connection LED
Select Blink for the status LEDs to blink upon connection or
None for no LED output.
Buffer Flushing
Flush Input Buffer
At Time of Disconnect Clear the network buffer when a network connection to or from
the serial port drops.
On Active Connection
On Passive
Connection
Clear the network buffer upon initializing a connection.
Clear the buffer upon a connection initiated from the network
to the serial port.
Flush Output Buffer
At Time of Disconnect Clear the buffer when the network connection to or from the
device is dropped.
On Active Connection Clear the buffer with a new connection initiated from the
device to the network.
On Passive
Connection
Clear the buffer with a connection from the network to the
device.
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Packing
Enable Packing Two firmware-selectable packing algorithms define how and
Idle Time Select the maximum time for inactivity between data bytes on
Match Byte 1 Use to set the termination byte. Set this value to 00 if not
Match Byte 2 Use to indicate the end of a series of data to be sent as one
when packets are sent to the network. The standard algorithm
is optimized for applications in which the unit is used in a local
environment, allowing for very small delays, while keeping the
packet count low. The alternate packing algorithm optimizes
the packet for the network and is especially useful in
applications in a routed Wide Area Network (WAN). Adjusting
parameters in this mode can economize the network data
stream.
Select True to enable packing on the WiBox.
the serial port. The default time is 12 milliseconds.
used.
group. Set this value to 00 if specific functions are not needed.
Match 2 Byte Sequence
Send Frame Only After the detection of the byte sequence, indicates whether to
Send Trailing Bytes Select the number of bytes to send after the end-of-sequence
Used with Match Byte 1 and Match Byte 2 to indicate the
end of a series of data to be sent as one group. The
sequence must occur sequentially to indicate to the WiBox
end of the data packet.
send the data frame or the entire buffer (i.e. include the trailing
bytes). Select True to send only the data frame.
characters.
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Monitor Mode is a command-line interface used for diagnostic purposes. There are
two ways to enter Monitor Mode: locally via the serial port or remotely via the
network.
Entering Monitor Mode via the Serial Port
To enter Monitor Mode locally:
1. Follow the same steps used for setting the serial configuration parameters (see
Accessing Setup Mode on page 21).
2. Instead of typing three x keys, however:
a) Type zzz to enter Monitor Mode with network connections.
b) Type yyy to enter Monitor Mode without network connections.
A 0> prompt indicates that you have successfully entered Monitor Mode.
Entering Monitor Mode via the Network Port
To enter Monitor Mode using a Telnet connection:
1. Establish a Telnet session to the configuration port (9999). The following
message appears:
MAC address 00204A0113A3
Software version 05.3 (040129) WBX
Press Enter to go into Setup Mode
2. Type M (upper case).
A 0> prompt indicates that you have successfully entered Monitor Mode.
Monitor Mode Commands
The following commands are available in Monitor Mode.
Note: All commands must be in capital letters.
Table 7-1. Monitor Mode Commands
Command Command Name Function
VS
GC
SC
Version Queries software header record (16 bytes) of unit.
Get Configuration
Send Configuration Sets configuration of unit from hex records.
Gets configuration of unit as hex records (120
bytes).
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Monitoring the Network
Command Command Name Function
PI x.x.x.x
Ping
Pings unit with IP address x.x.x.x to check device
status.
AT
TT TCP Connection
NC
RS
QU
G0, G1, ....,Ge, Gf Get configuration
S0, S1,...,Se, Sf Set configuration to
ARP Table Shows the unit’s ARP table entries.
Shows all incoming and outgoing TCP connections.
Table
Network Connection Shows the unit’s current IP address.
Reset Resets the unit.
Quit Exits diagnostics mode.
Gets a memory page of configuration information
from memory page
memory page
from the device.
Sets a memory page of configuration information
on the device.
Responses to some of the commands are given in Intel Hex format.
Note: Entering any of the commands listed above generates one of the
following command response codes:
Table 7-2. Command Response Codes
Response Meaning
0> OK; no error
1> No answer from remote device
2> Cannot reach remote device or no answer
8> Wrong parameter(s)
9> Invalid command
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This chapter explains how to obtain and update the unit’s firmware.
Obtaining Firmware
Obtain the most up-to-date firmware and release notes for the unit from the Lantronix
web site (www.lantronix.com
Reloading Firmware
There are several ways to update the unit's internal operational code (*.ROM and
*.FWX): via DeviceInstaller (the preferred way), via TFTP, or via the serial port. You
can also update the unit's internal Web interface (*.COB) via TFTP or DeviceInstaller.
Here are typical names for those files. Check the Lantronix web site for the latest
versions and release notes.
ROM File FWX File COB
WBXxxx.ROM H2_FW_200.FWX WBXvx_x.COB (Web-Manager)
Please refer to the DeviceInstaller User Guide for information about reloading
firmware using DeviceInstaller. The other methods are discussed below:
) or by using anonymous FTP (ftp.lantronix.com/pub/).
Table 8-1. Firmware Files
Using TFTP: Graphical User Interface (GUI)
To download new firmware from a computer using a TFTP GUI (such as TFTP Turbo
Basic):
1. Use a TFTP client to put a binary file to the unit (*.ROM to upgrade the unit's
internal operational code and *.COB to upgrade its internal Web interface).
Note: TFTP requires the .ROM (binary) version of the unit's internal
operational code.
2. In the TFTP server field, enter the IP address of the unit being upgraded.
3. Select Upload operation and Binary format.
4. Enter the full path of the firmware file in the Local file name field.
5. In the Remote file name field, enter the current internal operational code or
WEB1 to WEB28 for the internal Web interface with 2MB flash (For WiBox, W2 =
ROM file. FWX1 = FWX file.)
6. Click the Upload Now button to transfer the file to the unit. The unit performs a
power reset after the firmware has been loaded and stored.
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Using TFTP: Command Line Interface
To download new firmware from a computer, enter the following from a TFTP
command line interface:
The following examples demonstrate the TFTP command sequence to download the
.rom file, the .fwx file, and the .cob file:
Recovering the Firmware Using the Serial Port
If for some reason the firmware is damaged, you can recover the firmware file by
using the serial port to download the *.ROM file.
1. Start DeviceInstaller.
2. From the Tools menu, select Advanced/Recover Firmware. The Recover
tftp –i <ip address> put <local filename> <destination
file name>
tftp –i 192.168.1.111 put wbx540.rom W2
tftp –i 192.168.1.111 put H2_FW_200.fwx FWX1
tftp –i 192.168.1.111 put wbx_wm110.cob WEB1
Firmware window displays.
3. Enter the com port on your PC and the location of the firmware file. The Device
Model should indicate WiBox.
4. Click OK to download the file.
Note: See also Recovering Firmware in the DeviceInstaller User Guide.
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This chapter discusses how you can diagnose and fix errors quickly without having to
contact a dealer or Lantronix. It helps to connect a terminal to the serial port while
diagnosing an error to view summary messages that may be displayed. When
troubleshooting, always ensure that the physical connections (power cable, network
cable, and serial cable) are secure.
Note: Some unexplained errors might be caused by duplicate IP addresses on the
network. Make sure that your unit's IP address is unique.
When troubleshooting the following problems, make sure that the WiBox is powered
up. Confirm that you are using a good network connection.
Problems and Error Messages
Problem/Message Reason Solution
When you issue the ARP –S
command in Windows, The
ARP entry addition failed: 5
message displays.
When you attempt to assign an
IP address to the unit by the
ARP method and Telnet to the
device server through port 1,
the connection fails.
Your currently logged-in user
does not have the right to use
this command on this PC.
When you Telnet to port 1 on the
device server, you are only
assigning a temporary IP
address. When you Telnet into
port 9999 and do not press Enter
quickly, the device server
reboots, causing it to lose the IP
address.
Have someone from your IT
department log you in with
sufficient rights.
Telnet back to Port 1. Wait for it to
fail, then Telnet to port 9999
again. Make sure you press Enter
within 5 seconds.
When you Telnet to port 9999,
the Press Enter to go into
Setup Mode message displays.
However, nothing happens
when you press Enter, or your
connection is closed.
When you Telnet to port 1 to
assign an IP address to the
device server, the Telnet
window does not respond for a
long time.
You did not press Enter quickly
enough. You only have 5
seconds to press Enter before
the connection is closed.
You may have entered the
Ethernet address incorrectly with
the ARP command.
Telnet to port 9999 again, but
press Enter as soon as you see
the Press Enter to go into Setup
Mode message.
Confirm that the Ethernet address
that you entered with the ARP
command is correct. The Ethernet
address may only include
numbers 0-9 and letters A-F. In
Windows and usually in Unix, the
segments of the Ethernet address
are separated by dashes. In some
forms of Unix, the Ethernet
address is segmented with
colons.
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Problem/Message Reason Solution
When you try to assign an IP
with DeviceInstaller, you get the
following message:
No response from device!
Verify the IP, Hardware
Address and Network Class.
Please try again.
The device server is not
communicating with the serial
device it is attached to.
The IP address you are trying to
assign is not on your logical
subnet.
The device server may not be
plugged into the network
properly.
The cause is most likely one of
the following:
The Hardware address you
specified is incorrect.
The IP address you are trying to
assign is not a valid IP for your
logical subnet.
You did not choose the correct
subnet mask.
The most likely reason is the
wrong serial settings were
chosen.
Confirm that your PC has an IP
address and that it is in the same
logical subnet that you are trying
to assign to the device server.
Make sure that the Link LED is lit.
If the Link LED is not lit, then the
device server is not properly
plugged into the network.
Double-check the parameters that
you specified.
Note: You cannot assign an IP
address to a device server
through a router.
The serial settings for the serial
device and the device server must
match. The default serial settings
for the device server are RS-232,
9600 baud, 8 character bits, no
parity, 1 stop bit, no flow control.
When you try to enter the setup
mode on the device server via
the serial port, you get no
response.
You can ping the device server,
but not Telnet to the device
server on port 9999.
The issue is most likely
something covered in the
previous problem, or possibly,
you have Caps Lock on.
There may be an IP address
conflict on your network
You are not Telnetting to port
9999.
The Telnet configuration port
(9999) is disabled within the
device server security settings.
Double-check everything in the
problem above. Confirm that
Caps Lock is not on.
Turn the device server off and
then issue the following
commands at the DOS prompt of
your computer:
ARP -D X.X.X.X (X.X.X.X is the IP
of the device server).
PING X.X.X.X (X.X.X.X is the IP
of the device server).
If you get a response, then there
is a duplicate IP address on the
network. If you do not get a
response, use the serial port to
verify that Telnet is not disabled.
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Problem/Message Reason Solution
Troubleshooting
The device server appears to
be set up correctly, but you are
not communicating with your
device attached to the device
server across the network.
When connecting to the WebManager within the device
server, the No Connection With
The Device Server message
displays.
If you are sure that the serial port
setting is correct, then you may
not be connecting to the correct
socket of the device server.
Another possibility is that the
device server is not set up
correctly to make a good socket
connection to the network.
Your computer is not able to
connect to port 30718 (77FEh)
on the device server.
You can check to see whether
there is a socket connection to or
from the device server by
checking the state of CP1, if it has
been configured for LED1
functionality.
If the state of CP1 is blinking
consistently, or is completely off,
then there is a good socket
connection.
If the state of CP1 is low, use the
Connect Mode option C0 for
making a connection to the device
server from the network. Use
Connect Mode option C1 or C5
for a connection to the network
from the device server. See the
full list of Connect Mode options
in Connect Mode on page 26.
Make sure that port 30718
(77FEh) is not blocked with any
router that you are using on the
network. Also, make sure that port
77FEh is not disabled within the
Security settings of the device
server.
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Technical Support
If you are experiencing an error that is not described in this chapter, or if you are
unable to fix the error, you may:
To check our online knowledge base or send a question to Technical
Email us at support@lantronix.com.
Call us at:
Our phone lines are open from 6:00AM - 5:30 PM Pacific Time Monday through
Friday excluding holidays.
Technical Support Europe, Middle East, and Africa
Phone: +49 (0) 89 31787 817
Email: eu_techsupp@lantronix.com
Firmware downloads, FAQs, and the most up-to-date documentation are available at:
www.lantronix.com/support
Support, go to http://www.lantronix.com/support
(800) 422-7044 Domestic
(949) 453-7198 International
(949) 450-7226 Fax
or eu_support@lantronix.com
.
When you report a problem, please provide the following information:
Your name, and your company name, address, and phone number
Lantronix model number
Lantronix MAC number
Software version (on the first screen shown when you Telnet to port 9999)
Description of the problem
Status of the unit when the problem occurred (please try to include
information on user and network activity at the time of the problem).
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Compliance Information
Manufacturer’s Name & Address:
Lantronix 15353 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA
Declares that the following product:
Product Name Model: WiBox Device Server
Conforms to the following standards or other normative documents:
Safety:
UL 60950
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950
EN 60950 +A1-A4, A11 , Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)
EMC Emissions:
CFR Title 47 FCC Part 15, Subpart 15, Class B
Industry Canada ICES-003 Issue 4 (2004), Class B
EMC Immunity:
EN 301 489-17 v.1.2.1 (2002-08) , EMC Directive (89/336/EEC)
CISPR 22 (2003)
Australia / New Zealand AS/NZS CISPR 22 (2002), Class B
EN 301 489-17 v.1.2.1 (2002-08) , EMC Directive (89/336/EEC)
CISPR 24 (A2:2002)
Australia / New Zealand AS/NZS CISPR 24 (2002)
Radio:
EN 300 328 v1.4.1 (2003-04), R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC)
Australia / New Zealand AS/NZS 4771 (2000 + A1:2003)
Manufacturer’s Contact:
Director of Quality Assurance, Lantronix
15353 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA
Tel: 949-453-3990
Fax: 949-453-3995
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Warranty
Lantronix warrants each Lantronix product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of TWO YEARS. During this period, if a customer is unable
to resolve a product problem with Lantronix Technical Support, a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) will be issued. Following receipt of a RMA number, the customer
shall return the product to Lantronix, freight prepaid. Upon verification of warranty,
Lantronix will -- at its option -- repair or replace the product and return it to the
customer freight prepaid. If the product is not under warranty, the customer may have
Lantronix repair the unit on a fee basis or return it. No services are handled at the
customer's site under this warranty. This warranty is voided if the customer uses the
product in an unauthorized or improper way, or in an environment for which it was not
designed.
Lantronix warrants the media containing its software product to be free from defects
and warrants that the software will operate substantially according to Lantronix
specifications for a period of 60 DAYS after the date of shipment. The customer will
ship defective media to Lantronix. Lantronix will ship the replacement media to the
customer.
In no event will Lantronix be responsible to the user in contract, in tort (including
negligence), strict liability or otherwise for any special, indirect, incidental or
consequential damage or loss of equipment, plant or power system, cost of capital,
loss of profits or revenues, cost of replacement power, additional expenses in the use
of existing software, hardware, equipment or facilities, or claims against the user by
its employees or customers resulting from the use of the information,
recommendations, descriptions and safety notations supplied by Lantronix. Lantronix
liability is limited (at its election) to:
Refund of buyer's purchase price for such affected products (without
interest).
Repair or replacement of such products, provided that the buyer follows the
above procedures.
There are no understandings, agreements, representations or warranties, expressed
or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,
other than those specifically set out above or by any existing contract between the
parties. Any such contract states the entire obligation of Lantronix. The contents of
this document shall not become part of or modify any prior or existing agreement,
commitment or relationship.
For details on the Lantronix warranty replacement policy, go to our web site at
http://www.lantronix.com/support/warranty/index.html
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