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XAP-1040

Luxul Xen™ High Performance Outdoor

802.11b/g/n Wireless Access Point

Use the XAP-1040 to:

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Provide a High Performance Outdoor 802.11n Wi-Fi Network

Setup a Superior Point-to-Point or Point-to-Multipoint Bridge Link

Increase Mobile Client Device Network Sensitivity and Performance

Simplify Installation While Minimizing Setup Time and Expense

Eliminate Client Device Roaming Issues

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LUXUL XEN™ HIGH PERFORMANCE OUTDOOR

802.11b/g/n Wireless Access Point

Model Number: XAP-1040 FCC ID: W59XAP1040

IC: 8584A-XAP1040

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No part of this publication may be modiﬁed or adapted in any way, for any purposes without permission in writing from Luxul. The material in this manual is subject to change without notice. Luxul reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve reliability, function, or design. No license is granted, either expressly or by implication or otherwise under any Luxul intellectual property rights. An implied license only exists for equipment, circuits and subsystems contained in this or any Luxul product.

This product is covered by one or more U.S. and foreign patents Patents: 7,379,717, 6,606,075, 6,373,448, other patents pending

DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS

The following graphical alerts are used in this document to indicate notable situations:

NOTE: Tips, hints, or special requirements that you should take note of.

CAUTION: Care is required. Disregarding a caution can result in data

WARNING!: Indicates a condition or procedure that could result in

loss or equipment malfunction.

personal injury or equipment damage.

FCC COMPLIANCE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION 4

1.1 Warnings 5

1.2 Site Preparation 5

2 XAP-1040 SPECIFICATIONS 6

3 GETTING STARTED 7

3.1 System Requirements 7

3.2 Package Contents 7

3.3 Safety Information 8

4 HARDWARE FEATURES AND INSTALLATION 8

4.1 Front View 8

4.2 Rear View 9

4.3 Bottom View 9

4.4 Inside View 10

4.5 Environmental Requirements 12

4.6 Hardware Installation 13

5 CONFIGURATION 16

5.1 Login 16

5.2 Quick Setup 17

5.3 WIRELESS 20

5.4 Maintenance 23

5.6 Status 26

6 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 28

6.1 Health and Safety Recommendations 28

6.2 RF Exposure Guidelines 28

6.3 Radio Frequency Interference Requirements—FCC 29

6.4 Radio Transmitters (Part 15) 30

6.5 Industry Canada (RSS-Gen Issue 2) 30

APPENDIX 1: TECHNICAL SUPPORT 31

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1 INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Luxul Xen™ High Performance Outdoor

802.11n Wireless Access Point (XAP-1040). The XAP-1040 provides superior Wi-Fi coverage for outdoor areas while maintaining an unobtrusive proﬁle for use in residential and commercial Wi-Fi installations. The ruggedly elegant XAP-1040 is weather resistant to IP-66 speciﬁcations and can be installed directly on a wall or on a pole with the included mounting bracket. It is also an excellent solution for creating a point-to-point or point-to-multipoint bridge link. Powered by Luxul’s Xen3D™ Technology, the XAP-1040 enhances data throughput and coverage by as much as 400% over traditional Wi-Fi gear, providing for superior area coverage and a farther reaching signal. With this high performance wireless access point, computers and wireless devices that are compatible with 802.11b/g and/or 802.11n can sustain maximum data rates and improved overall performance at signiﬁcantly greater distances.

The XAP-1040 features Luxul’s XenSmart™ web based management interface. XenSmart provides a powerful, yet simple method for setting up and optimizing the wireless network. The XAP-1040 is also XenConnect™ enabled for optimal performance and installation simplicity when deployed together with Luxul Routers, Gigabit Switches, and other Luxul products.

XAP-1040 Features:

Implements Patented Xen3D™ Technology for Enhanced Throughput and Coverage

Highest FCC Approved Performance (Effective EIRP 36dBm) for Farther Reaching Signal and Maximum Data Rates

18dB of Receive Gain Increases Client Device Network Sensitivity and Performance

Complies with 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.11n Standard. Backward Compatible with IEEE

802.11g/b

Supports WMM QoS Functionality to Prioritize Multimedia Trafﬁc

Enhanced Multi-Level Security with WPA-PSK (TKIP, AES, TKIP & AES), WPA2-PSK (AES), WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Personal (TKIP & AES) and 128-bit WEP

Supports up to 8 SSIDs with Individual Security Settings

Multiple SSIDs Support VLAN Tagging (1 VLAN per SSID)

Single Cable Installation with PoE (supports both IEEE 802.3af and Legacy)

Firmware Upgradeable

Easy 3 Step Setup through Web-based XenSmart™ User Interface

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Weather Resistant IP-66 Compliant Enclosure

Installs Directly on an Outdoor Wall or on a Pole Using Adjustable Mounting Bracket

XenConnect™ Enabled for Maximum Compatibility and Performance with Other Luxul Xen Products

1.1 Warnings

Read all installation instructions and site survey reports, and verify correct equipment installation before connecting the XAP-1040 to its power source.

Remove jewelry and watches before installing this equipment.

Verify that the unit is grounded before connecting it to the power source.

Verify that any device connected to this unit is properly wired and grounded.

Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical circuit.

Verify that the electrical circuits have appropriate overload protection.

Attach only approved power cords to the device.

Verify that the power connector and socket are accessible at all times during the operation of the equipment.

Do not work with power circuits in dimly lit spaces.

Do not install this equipment or work with its power circuits during thunderstorms or other weather conditions that could cause a power surge.

Verify there is adequate ventilation around the device, and that ambient temperatures meet equipment operation speciﬁcations.

Products outside the approved conﬁgurations may be in violation of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

1.2 Site Preparation

Consult your site survey and network analysis reports to determine speciﬁc equipment placement, power drops, and so on.

Assign installation responsibility to the appropriate personnel.

Identify and document where all installed components are located.

Provide a sufﬁcient number of power drops for your equipment.

Ensure adequate, dust-free ventilation to all installed equipment.

Identify and prepare Ethernet and console port connections.

Verify that cable lengths are within the maximum allowable distances for optimal and certiﬁed signal transmission.

2 XAP-1040 SPECIFICATIONS

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Standards

Hardware

RF Information

Available Transmit Power

Available Receive Gain

Receive Sensitivity

(Typical)

Wireless Operation

Modes

Management and

Security

Certiﬁcations

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IEEE 802.11n

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IEEE 802.11b/g

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IEEE 802.3af

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IP-66

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LAN Port: 1 RJ45 10/100 Mbps data and power input

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7dBi Circular Polarized Directional Antenna

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LEDs: All LEDs are internal and not visible when cover plate is in place (Power, WLAN active, LAN link/activity, Bridge mode active).

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Frequency Band: 2.401 – 2.473GHz

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Operating Channels: 11

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2.401 – 2.473GHz (IEEE802.11g/n): Up to 36dBm EIRP

30dBm @ 6~9Mbps / MCS0

29dBm @ 12~18Mbps / MCS1-2

27dBm @ 24~36Mbps / MCS3-4

26dBm @ 48~54Mbps / MCS5-7

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2.401 – 2.473GHz (IEEE802.11b): Up to 36dBm EIRP

30dBm @ 1~11Mbps

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2.401 – 2.473GHz (IEEE802.11g/n): Up to 18dBm

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2.401 – 2.473GHz (IEEE802.11b): Up to 18dBm

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2.401 – 2.473GHz (IEEE802.11n): Up to -91dBm

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2.401 – 2.473GHz (IEEE802.11g): Up to -92dBm

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2.401 – 2.473GHz (IEEE802.11b): Up to -93dBm

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Access Point

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Point-to Point Wireless Bridge

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Point-to-Multipoint Wireless Bridge

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XenSmart™ Remote Web-based Management

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WEP (128 bit)

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WPA-PSK (TKIP, AES, TKIP&AES)

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WPA2-PSK (AES)

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WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Auto (TKIP&AES)

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Web Based Firmware Upgrade

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QoS: Wireless Multi-Media (WMM) Extensions

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FCC Part 15, Class B

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Power Requirements

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Ethernet POE in: 48VDC/0.375A for IEEE 802.3af Compliance

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Power Consumption: 5W Nominal, 13W Max

Temperature Range

Operating Humidity

Mechanical

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Operating: -4°F to 131°F (-20°C to 55°C)

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Storage: -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)

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5% to 95% (Non-condensing)

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Dimensions WxHxD: 7.9” (200mm) x 7.5” (190mm) x 3.15” (80mm)

Weight

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Item: 1.2 lbs

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With Packaging: 2 lbs

3 GETTING STARTED

3.1 System Requirements

Devices Supporting 802.11b, 802.11g or 802.11n

Web Browser (Microsoft IE 7.0 and up, Mozilla Firefox 1.0 and up, Safari 1.0 and up, Google Chrome 5.0 and up)

CAT5 Ethernet Cable

AC Power Socket (100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz)

Internet Connection to View Documentation Online

3.2 Package Contents

XAP-1040 Wireless Access Point

Weather Resistant RJ45 Connector Gland

POE Injector, Power Adapter, Noise Suppresser

Dual Purpose Mounting Bracket for Wall or Pole

Quick Install Guide

NOTE: If any of the listed items are missing or damaged, please contact

the reseller from whom you purchased for return/replacement.

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3.3 Safety Information

To maintain the safety of users and property, follow these safety instructions:

The XAP-1040 wireless access point is designed for outdoor use and is compliant with IP-66 standards. However, this does not mean it is waterproof or weatherproof. Rather, that it is weather and water resistant and care should still be taken to avoid excessive exposure to heat, moisture, etc.

DO NOT pull any connected cable with force. When disconnecting cables, do so by disconnecting ﬁrst from the access point. When reconnecting, connect the AP ﬁrst and then the Power/data source.

When installing the access point, be sure it is ﬁrmly secured

Accessories of this access point, such as mounting screws, the POE injector and power supply may be dangerous to small children under 3 years of age. KEEP All ACCESSORIES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN!

The access point may become hot when in use for extended time periods. This is normal and is not a malfunction. DO NOT install this access point where it will be exposed to paper, cloth or other ﬂammable materials. If not using the electrical box included with the unit, ALWAYS use a properly shielded and UL listed electrical box for installation.

The XAP-1040 contains no user-serviceable parts. If the access point is not working properly, contact your dealer and ask for help. DO NOT attempt to disassemble the access point.

4 HARDWARE FEATURES AND INSTALLATION

The XAP-1040 high powered access point is designed for optimal performance as well as for simple and efﬁcient installation and setup. It implements Luxul’s circular polarized directional antenna technology and is packaged for installation outdoors on a wall or pole. Because the signal generated by the XAP-1040 is directional in nature, the unit should be placed in a location that allows the antenna face to be “pointed” towards the desired coverage area.

4.1 Front View

For maximum weather resistance, the XAP-1040 has no external LED indicators. The front consists simply of the access point cover with the Luxul icon that indicates proper top/bottom installation orientation of the access point.

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XAP-1040 Front View

4.2 Rear View

The rear of the XAP-1040 provides various mounting options. It is designed to mount optimally to a wall or pole using the included mounting bracket and hardware.

XAP-1040 Rear View

4.3 Bottom View

The bottom of the XAP-1040 provides one RJ-45 connection that is used to deliver both power and data to the access point. When installation is complete, a weather resistant RJ-45 connector gland will cover the RJ-45 connection.

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XAP-1040 Bottom View

4.4 Inside View

For maximum weather resistance, all System LEDs and the Reset button are located internally. Unless it becomes necessary to do so, opening the XAP-1040 is not suggested. Note that there are no user serviceable parts. There is also a metal insert for grounding power.

For troubleshooting, functional validation or system Reset, you will need to open the XAP-1040. To do so, remove the 4 screws at the back of the unit. After doing so, carefully lift the base up and to the right as demonstrated below:

View of XAP-1040 Opened

CAUTION: Before removing the cover and/or attempting to service the XAP-1040, be sure to unplug all cables and dismount the device. Use caution to see that no external elements are introduced inside the enclosure and that reasonable precautions are taken to minimize static and electromagnetic contamination of the electronic components. Avoid touching any of the internal electronics, except in the case of a Reset.

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CAUTION: When lifting the base, be careful not to pull, bend or

otherwise move the base or cover excessively. By simply lifting the base slightly, you should be able to see the LEDs as well as access the Reset button. When re-assembling the unit, be sure to maintain the weather-resistant integrity of the enclosure by verifying that the rubber seal is properly seated and the four screws are ﬁrmly in place, but not

With the base lifted to the right, System LEDs and the Reset button can be seen as shown here:

over-tightened.

Reset Button

Reset Button and LED Location

Status Indicators:

With the unit facing down and the base moved to the right as shown above, the XAP-1040 has four LEDs, positioned horizontally on the bottom, left side of the board. When viewed left to right, LEDs are as follows: 1) Bridge Mode (Green); 2) WLAN Status (Blue); 3) LAN Link/Activity (Amber); and 4) Power (Green).

The following table describes the LED functionality:

Indicator Name Description

Bridge Mode

On Bridge Mode is enabled

Off The AP is in default “Access Point” mode.

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Indicator Name Description

WLAN Status

LAN Link/Activity

Power

At startup, the Green Power LED will stay on while the amber LAN Link light ﬂashes. The blue LED will come on once the XAP-1040 radio is active.

Reset Button:

The Reset button is used to clear the current settings of the XAP-1040 and restore factory default settings.

To Restore the Default Settings: With the XAP-1040 powered on, press and hold the Reset button for 10 seconds. When the Power LED comes on again, release the reset button. The XAP-1040 will be set to factory defaults.

On The wireless radio is active and wireless

access is enabled an active connection to the internet

Off The wireless radio is not active and wireless

access is disabled

On There is an active Ethernet connection

Flashing Indicates Ethernet activity

Off There is no active Ethernet connection

On The power is on

Off No power, check power connections

CAUTION: Pressing and holding the Reset button will remove any

custom conﬁgurations done to the XAP-1010.

4.5 Environmental Requirements

Ethernet cable to provide Power and Data to the XAP-1040.

A computer supporting TCP/IP and equipped with a Web browser. Supported Web browser versions include Microsoft IE 7.0 and up, Safari 1.0 and up, Mozilla Firefox 1.0 and up, and Google Chrome 5.0 and up. The Web browser is used to conﬁgure the XAP-1040.

The XAP-1040 uses 36-57VDC power. The POE injector power supply requires AC 100V ~ 240V, 50Hz ~ 60Hz.

Temperature of the operating environment: -4F~131F (-20C to 55C). Be sure to place the access point away from heat generating devices.

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Humidity of the operating environment: 5%-95% non-condensing. Do not place the access point in an extremely dirty or damp location.

Keep the access point away from strong electromagnetic ﬁelds (i.e. Air Conditioner compressors, ﬂuorescent light ballasts, CRT monitors/televisions, etc.), and free from vibration, dust and direct sun light.

4.6 Hardware Installation

4.6.1 Access Point Placement

This XAP-1040 implements Luxul’s Circular Polarized directional antenna technology. For maximum efﬁciency, it should be aimed towards the area to which you would like to provide coverage. With this in mind, the ideal placement option is usually on an outside wall or pole pointed into the coverage area.

XAP-1040 Suggested Mounting Location

4.6.2 Mounting the Access Point on a Wall or Pole

The XAP-1040 can be mounted directly to a wall or pole using the included mounting bracket. Once the mounting location has been selected, installation is as simple as plugging the Ethernet cable into the RJ-45 connector and then mounting the access point directly to the wall or pole as shown in the diagram below:

The XAP-1040 mount assembles as show above. The u-bolts may be removed and the plate may be mounted directly to a wall using your hardware.

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CAUTION: Do not drill holes in the enclosure or the weather prooﬁng

will be compromised and your warranty voided.

4.6.3 Assembling the Weather Resistant RJ-45 Connector Gland

To ensure proper protection from the elements, the weather resistant RJ-45 connector gland must be installed correctly. To do so requires the installer to terminate the Ethernet Cable that will be plugged into the XAP-1040. The diagram below indicates the correct assembly for the RJ-45 Connector Gland.

RJ-45 Connector Gland assembly

NOTE: Category-5, super Category-5 or Category-6 unshielded twisted

pair (CAT5/CAT5e/CAT6 UTP) cables can be used. For best results, it is recommended that Category-6 shielded twisted pair

Once the RJ45 Connector Gland has been assembled and the Ethernet Cable has been terminated, the cable can now be plugged into the XAP-1040. You can now attach the RJ-45 Connector Gland by placing it over the cable connector and turning it clockwise until it is ﬁrmly secured. At this time, also tighten the gland around the cable by turning it clockwise and thus creating a water-tight seal.

be used to ensure stable data transmission at highest data rates.

4.6.4 Connecting to the Power Source

The XAP-1040 is POE ready and supports Legacy (48v 1a), 802.3af, and 802.3at POE injectors. A POE injector kit, including power supply and noise suppressor are included with the device. To apply power, simply connect the opposite end of the Ethernet cable to which the access point is already connected to the provided POE injector or other POE switch or injector. An Ethernet cable length of up to 300 feet can be used. DO NOT yet apply power to the POE injector or switch.

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NOTE: To ensure FCC compliance and minimize high frequency noise, a

Ferrite Noise Suppresser is included with the POE injector kit. It should be placed on the Ethernet cable at or near the connector on the end of the Ethernet cable that plugs into the POE device. To install it, simply unsnap the plastic fasteners, place it on the Ethernet cable as demonstrated below and re-snap the plastic fasteners to secure it in place.

4.6.5 Connecting to the Internet Source

NOTE: If your Internet source (Router or Switch) is a POE enabled device

and connected via POE, it can be plugged directly into the access point without the need to run a separate POE injector.

Ferrite Noise

Suppresser

POE

Injector

Power

Data/Pwr Out

Data In

Power Source

The POE Injector Sends Power and Signal Over One Ethernet Cable

Data

Source

4.6.6 Applying Power

Once the Ethernet cables have been properly connected, connect the power supply to the POE injector and plug it in to a standard AC power outlet. Or, if plugging into a POE switch, turn the switch (or appropriate port) on. The network source device can also now be powered back on.

NOTE: If your Internet source (Router or Switch) is a POE enabled device

and connected via POE, it can be plugged directly into the access

point without the need to run a separate POE injector.

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5 CONFIGURATION

5.1 Login

The XAP-1040 is not equipped with internal DHCP server. If connected to the Luxul XBR-2300 Enterprise Dual-WAN Router, conﬁguration will be automatic. Otherwise, the IP address of the computer for login and conﬁguration will need to be manually conﬁgured. The table below lists the default parameters of the XAP-1040.

Parameter Default Value

Default IP address

Default user name

Default password

a. a. Be sure the XAP-1040 is properly installed and powered on

b. b. Open your Web Browser, and enter http://192.168.0.14.

The login window appears as shown below:

192.168.0.14

admin

c. e. Enter the user name and password (default user name is ”admin” and default

password is “admin”), and then click “OK” to login to the Quick Setup window.

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5.2 Quick Setup

Quick Setup: For most installations, it is expected that the Quick Setup page will be sufﬁcient to optimally conﬁgure and deploy the XAP-1040 Wi-Fi network. The Quick Setup page consists of the following:

DHCP Client: Enabled or Disabled. DHCP (Dynamic Host Conﬁguration Protocol) is used to automatically assign an IP Addresses to a device on the network. If DHCP is enabled on the Access Point, it will no longer use the static address set by Luxul at time of manufacturing and will request a dynamic IP Address from the Router (sometimes referred to as the Gateway).

When DHCP is enabled on the Access Point, the new IP address will be needed in order to access the XenSmart™ web management interface. The Router web interface can be used to look up the IP address assigned to the Access Point. To Enable DHCP, click on the drop down menu and select Enable. Select Apply and then Reboot for the change to take effect.

NOTE: DHCP is set as Disabled by default and is the recommended

setting in order to ensure optimal communications with all Luxul

Xen devices on the network.

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IP Address: An IP address is a numerical label assigned to each device on the network. This ﬁeld shows the IP address that is assigned to the XAP-1040. To ensure plug and play capability with other Luxul networking products, the IP Address is automatically defaulted to 192.168.0.14. If desired, the user can set this to a different static IP Address. To change the IP address of the Access Point, simply type in the desired IP address (the text ﬁeld will be red if the address is incomplete), click Apply and then Reboot for the changed to take effect. When connecting to the Access Point through the XenSmart™ web interface, the NEW IP Address must be used.

NOTE: Each device on the same network must have a unique IP address.

If the Access Point is assigned an IP address already in use, it will result in an IP address conﬂict that will need to be resolved manually. For optimal communications with all Luxul Xen devices on the network, it is recommended that IP addresses not be

Subnet Mask: To ensure plug and play capability with other Luxul networking products, the Subnet Mask is automatically defaulted to 255.255.255.0. If desired, the user can set this to a different static Subnet Mask.

Default Gateway: A gateway is a router on the network that connects two or more networks together. Typically the gateway (router) connects the local area network (LAN) to the Internet. The Internet Service Provider (ISP) often provides a physical device (usually a DSL modem or cable modem) that connects to the gateway with an Ethernet cable, thus completing the link to the Internet. For optimal connectivity and network functionality, this device could also be the Luxul Xen XBR-2300 Router.

The Default Gateway ﬁeld is the IP address for this routing device. The default conﬁguration is left blank or empty, allowing the Access Point to automatically ﬁnd the necessary route to the Internet. It is recommended to leave this ﬁeld blank.

Network Name (SSID): Sets the name of the Wireless Network. Default name is LuxulXen. It is recommended to change the SSID from the default name. The SSID is case sensitive and can contain:

2 – 32 alphanumeric characters

Spaces

Special characters (i.e. @#$%&*)

To change the SSID of the wireless network, simply type the desired name, click Save, and then Reboot for the change to take effect.

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Security Mode: Sets the wireless security encryption mode. It is HIGHLY recommended to change the Security Mode and use the highest security level supported by the client devices in the network. In most wireless networks, WPA/ WPA2 Personal is an excellent option that will support the largest cross section of client devices. Security options include:

Open (default - no security)

WEP (128 bit shared key)

WPA Personal

WPA2 Personal

WPA/WPA2 Personal

To change the Security Mode, click the drop down menu and select the desired mode. The available options for the selected mode will then appear. AFTER all options are complete, click Save, and then Reboot for the change to take effect.

Encryption: This ﬁeld sets the type of encryption to be used by the Security Mode. The encryption options are dependent upon the Security Mode selected and this ﬁeld only shows while in WPA mode. For WEP and WPA2, and WPA/ WPA2 Personal, encryption is automatically set to 128 bits, AES, and TKIP & AES respectively. For WPA, there are three options: AES, TKIP, and TKIP & AES. When set to WPA, it is recommended that TKIP & AES be used. To change the Encryption, click the drop down menu and select the desired encryption type. Once all options are selected, click Save and then Reboot for the change to take effect.

WEP Key: This ﬁeld only shows while in WEP mode and sets the WEP key to be used in the network. WEP 128 bit keys require 26 characters. Allowed characters are numbers 0-9 and letters a-f. There are WEP key generators online that can automatically create a key. To change the WEP Key, simply enter the 26 character key then click Save and then Reboot for the change to take effect.

WPA Passphrase: This sets the passphrase used by client devices to connect to the wireless network when using WPA Security Mode. For WPA the passphrase:

Must be a minimum of 8, maximum of 63 characters

Can contain spaces or special characters (i.e. @#$%&*)

To change the WPA Passphrase, simply type in the desired passphrase, click Save, then Reboot for the change to take effect.

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NOTE: It is recommended to use a strong password containing:

More than the minimum number of characters

One or more capital letters

Administrator Login: Sets the password for Administrator access to the

Numbers and/or special characters

XenSmart™ web management interface. When connecting to the Access Point through the XenSmart™ web interface, the user is prompted for a User ID (this is always admin) and Password (the default value is “admin”). It is HIGHLY recommended to change to a secure password when initially conﬁguring the Access Point. To change the password, simply enter the new password, conﬁrm the password, then click Save, and then Reboot for the change to take effect.

After conﬁrming the desired Quick Setup conﬁguration settings, select Save and then Reboot for the settings to take effect.

5.3 WIRELESS

5.3.1 Basic Wireless Settings

Basic Wireless Settings: This screen allows the modiﬁcation of the following basic

settings for the wireless network:

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Wireless Radio: This ﬁeld is used to Enable and Disable the wireless network and is set to Enabled by default. If the Radio is Disabled the Access Point will not broadcast a wireless signal. To Disable the Wireless Radio, click the dropdown menu, select Disabled, then click Save and then Reboot for the change to take effect.

Channel: This ﬁeld allows the user to set which 2.4GHz channel to use. The default is set to Channel 6 and is the recommended setting due to the Access Point being optimized to run on Channel 6. However, any other channel (1-11) may be selected. To change the Channel, click the dropdown menu, select the desired channel, then click Save and then Reboot for the change to take effect.

Wireless Mode: Sets the type of 802.11 wireless network to be broadcast. Available modes are:

11g (802.11g)

11gnHT20 (802.11g/n with 20MHz only channels)

11gnHT40+ (802.11g/n with 20/40MHz channels expanding to channels above the set channel)

11gnHT40- (802.11g/n with 20/40MHz channels expanding to channels below the set channel)

The default setting is 11gnHT20, and is recommended for optimal performance of all types of devices in the network. Use the 11g Mode ONLY if there are 802.11b/g client devices in the network that will not connect in 11gnHT20 Mode. 11gnHT40+ and 11gnHT40- Modes should only be used when all client devices in the network are 802.11n and capable of supporting 40MHz channels.

Channel Width: Sets the width of the 802.11n channel. Available widths are:

20MHz (only available for 11g and 11gnHT20 modes)

40MHZ (only available for 11gnHT40+ and 11gnHT40-)

20/40MHz Auto (available for all modes)

The default (and recommended) setting is 20/40 MHz Auto to provide maximum performance to all client devices and to avoid any potential client issues.

NOTE: HT40 mode will use two channels. For example, if HT40- is

selected and the radio is using channel 6, it would also use channel 1. If HT40+ is selected and the radio is using channel 6, it would also use channel 11.

If making any change to the Wireless Settings, select Save and then Reboot for the settings to take effect.

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5.3.2 Wireless Proﬁles

Wireless Proﬁles: This page allows conﬁguration of up to 8 Wireless Network SSID’s:

Network Name (SSID): Sets the name of the Wireless Network. If the SSID is not set on a proﬁle, the name of the network will not be broadcast.

NOTE: Proﬁle 1 is set during Quick Setup

Security Mode: Sets the wireless security encryption mode.

Encryption: This ﬁeld only shows while in WPA mode. It is used to select the encryption method WPA will use (default is TKIP & AES).

WEP Key: This ﬁeld only shows while in WEP mode. Allows the input of a 128 bit WEP key.

WPA Passphrase: Sets the passphrase for wireless network access.

NOTE: If no Network Name (SSID) is speciﬁed, the proﬁle is not active.

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VLAN ID: This ﬁeld is used to set the Port VLAN Identiﬁer (PVID) associated with a particular SSID. This feature is used to create multiple wireless networks that are not accessible to each other (i.e. Home, Guest, Control, etc.). Up to 8 VLAN ID’s can be set (one for each Proﬁle). A smart/managed switch is required to fully utilize this feature (see the Luxul Xen™ XMS-1024 or XMS-1008P).

To change or set a VLAN ID, simply enter a number from 1-8, then click Save, and then Reboot for the change to take effect.

5.4 Maintenance

5.4.1 Firmware Upgrade

Firmware Upgrade: This page allows for the upgrade of the ﬁrmware on the XAP-

1040. To check for ﬁrmware updates, visit www.luxul.com/support.

1. 1. Go to the Luxul website and download the new version of ﬁrmware

2. 2. Click Browse to locate the ﬁrmware ﬁle on your computer

3. 3. Click Upgrade to perform the update

CAUTION: Do not power off the access point or computer being used

during the upgrade or the access point may be damaged.

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5.4.2 Factory Defaults

Factory Defaults: Use this page to return the XAP-1040 to the original default settings. Please note that using this feature will reset ALL values and custom changes or settings that have been made to default settings. It is recommended to backup current settings prior to performing a Factory Default. To restore factory defaults, select Yes in the drop down menu and then select Save and then Reboot for the settings to take effect.

CAUTION: Restoring default conﬁguration will re-set all of your

settings to factory defaults. The XAP-1040 will now have the default IP address 192.168.0.10. For login, default user name will be “admin” and default password will be “admin.”

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5.4.3 Backup/Restore

Backup/Restore: This page is used to create a backup of the XAP-1040 conﬁguration and Restore the conﬁguration at a later time if desired. The backup ﬁle can also be used to set up multiple Luxul Xen Access Points using the same conﬁguration. Click Backup to save the current conﬁguration settings as a ﬁle. To restore those settings, click Browse and select the backup ﬁle on your Computer, and then click Restore.

CAUTION: It can take several minutes to complete the restoration. To avoid errors during the restoration, do not power off the XAP-1040 or computer being used. At the end of restoration, the XAP-1040 will restart.

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5.5 QoS

QoS: The XAP-1040 is automatically conﬁgured to take advantage of Wireless Multi-Media (WMM) extensions. This means that any packets from devices tagged with WMM will be given top priority. There are 4 priority levels, from highest to lowest:

1. Voice

2. Video

3. Background

4. Best Effort

5.6 Status

5.6.1 Basic Status

Basic Status: This page displays basic setup information of the conﬁguration and status of the AP including: Firmware Version, Hardware Model, Uptime, Connection Type, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, LAN MAC Address, Wireless Mode, Wireless MAC Address, Network Name (SSID), Channel Width, Channel, and type of Security

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5.6.2 Connected Clients

Connected Clients: This page displays the MAC Address, Speed and Signal Strength of all currently attached wireless devices.

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6 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

The device complies with internationally recognized standards covering human exposure to electromagnetic ﬁelds from radio devices. This equipment also complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation.

Unauthorized antennas, modiﬁcations, or attachments could cause damage and may violate regulatory approvals. Any changes or modiﬁcations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the authority to operate the equipment.

The equipment version marketed in the U.S. is restricted to usage of channels 1-11 only.

6.1 Health and Safety Recommendations

Warnings for the use of Wireless Devices: Please observe all warning notices with regard to the usage of wireless devices

Potentially Hazardous Atmospheres: You are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio devices in fuel depots, chemical plants etc. and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust, or metal powders).

Safety in Hospitals: Wireless devices transmit radio frequency energy and may affect medical electrical equipment. When installed adjacent to other equipment, it is advised to verify that the adjacent equipment is not adversely affected.

6.2 RF Exposure Guidelines

Safety Information: The device complies with internationally recognized standards covering human exposure to electromagnetic ﬁelds from radio devices.

Warning: Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Radiation:

The radiated output of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

The end user must avoid any extended human RF exposure directly in front of the device, up to a distance of 20cm, when unit is on.

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When servicing the equipment and selecting a location for the antennas, it is important to note that a minimum distance of 20cm is required between personnel and the device or antenna to comply with the radio frequency exposure limit.

The antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

The following safety precautions should be observed:

Do not touch or move the antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving.

Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.

Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected; this behavior may cause damage to the radio.

Remote and Standalone Antenna Conﬁgurations: To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, antennas that are mounted externally at remote locations or operating near users at stand-alone desktop of similar conﬁgurations must operate with a minimum separation distance of 20 cm from all persons.

6.3 Radio Frequency Interference Requirements—FCC

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

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

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6.4 Radio Transmitters (Part 15)

6.5 Industry Canada (RSS-Gen Issue 2)

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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APPENDIX 1: TECHNICAL SUPPORT

For any problems during the installation or conﬁguration of your XAP-1040, contact support@luxul.com for help.

To check for ﬁrmware updates visit www.luxul.com/downloads

Technical Support Tel: (801) 822-5450 Email: support@luxul.com

Contact Information: Address:

Luxul Corporation 357 South 670 West, Suite 160 Lindon UT, 84042 Tel: (801) 822-5450

Technical Support: support@luxul.com

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