MIMO Outdoor Access Point/Bridge, 2x2 User Manual
MIMO 2x2 Wireless Outdoor Access Point System User Manual
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300Mbps WiFi High Power
Outdoor Access Point/Bridge
User Manual
Revision 1.1
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Revision History
Version
Date
Notes
1.0
Oct. 21, 2010
Initial Version
1.1
July 28, 2011
“Auto-reboot” feature added. Designed for situation of
near-end AP cannot receive “alive message” from far-end AP in
a certain period. Then this function will perform automatically
at near-end AP without notice. The “alive message” is
communicated between near-end & far-end AP via 5GHz
bridge links.
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Introduction
The MIMO 2x2 Wireless Outdoor System (“outdoor unit” in the following paragraphs) consists of two
concurrent running radios, one at 5GHz supporting 802.11a/n standard, and the other at 2.4GHz for 802.11b/g/n
features. This outdoor AP supports Point-to-Point, Point to Multipoint, building-to-building communication, that the
data rate is up to 150Mbps in HT-20 mode, or to 300 Mbps in HT-40 mode. The bridge function is most suitable for
enterprises, campus or off-site locations that require LAN or Internet access without the availability of wired
networks to extend network coverage up to 35Km.; and the 802.11 b/g/n radio is mainly for Access Point
application to provide local wireless access to the Internet.
The outdoor unit offers different encryption mechanisms including WEP, and AES to ensure the
communication security. For APs / Bridges connections, the MAC address authentication mechanism is provided.
Theoutdoor unitis designed for the outdoor environment and it is full weather proof against the most stringent
condition. For further protection, the bridge and Power over Ethernet adapter are all with the built-in lightning
protectors.
To meet the stringent outdoor application, the outdoor unit incorporates the patent technology to ensure the
operation of the radio over the wide temperature. The build-in lightning protectors further ensure the radio and its
accessories’ safety during the operation. Power over Ethernet design, mounting accessory and field installation kits
ensure easy to use experience.
The outdoor unit is in a weatherproof enclosure for mounting outdoors and includes its own brackets for
attaching to a wall, pole, radio mast, or tower structure. The unit powered through its Ethernet cable connection
from a power injector module that installed indoors. The wireless bridge system offers a fast, reliable, and
cost-effective solution forconnectivity between remote Ethernet wired LANs or to provide Internet access to an
isolated site. The system is also easy to install and operate, ideal for situations where a wired link may be difficult or
expensive to deploy.
In addition, the outdoor unit offers full network management capabilities through an easy-to-use web
interface, a command-line interface, and support for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) tools.
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Key Features:
2x2 MIMO for both 5GHz(802.11n/a) and 2.4GHz(802.11n/b/g) Radios Platform
High speed Wire and Wireless connectivity
300Mbps 802.11n/a wireless backhaul & 300Mbps 802.11n/b/g AP coverage
IP68 rated enclosure for dust and water protection
Wide operating temperature: -35
o
C to +70oC
Built-In lightning protection circuits
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Table of Contents
1. MIMO 2x2 Wireless Outdoor Access Point System Hardware Feature .................................................. 8
1.1 Hardware Outline ................................................................................................................................. 8
Product Features ......................................................................................................................................... 8
1.2 Interface ............................................................................................................................................... 9
1.2.1 EXTERNAL ANTENNA CONNECTION ........................................................................................... 9
1.2.2 POWER OVER ETHERNET (POE) & CABLE CONNECTION .......................................................... 10
1.2.3 GROUNDING ............................................................................................................................ 10
1.3 Product Warranty ............................................................................................................................... 10
1.4 Warranty Limitation ........................................................................................................................... 10
1.5 System Requirement .......................................................................................................................... 10
1.6 Feature Summary ............................................................................................................................... 10
2. Getting Started ............................................................................................................................... 12
2.1 Setup Local Area Connection on your PC ........................................................................................... 12
2.1.1 START NETWORK CONFIGURATION ON YOUR PC .................................................................... 12
2.2 Check access to the unit ..................................................................................................................... 14
2.3 Access to web pages .......................................................................................................................... 15
2.4 Basic Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 16
2.4.1 SYSTEM SETTING ...................................................................................................................... 16
2.4.2 SYSTEM INFORMATION ............................................................................................................ 18
2.4.3 REBOOT .................................................................................................................................... 19
3. Configure 5GHz Bridge .................................................................................................................... 20
3.1 Bridge Configuration .......................................................................................................................... 20
4. Bridge Security Setting .................................................................................................................... 27
4.1 Bridge Security Setting - WEP ............................................................................................................ 28
4.2 Bridge Security Setting – WPA ............................................................................................................ 29
5. Network Management .................................................................................................................... 30
5.1 5GHz Bridge Connection Status ......................................................................................................... 30
5.1.1 RSSI. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………31
6. Configure 2.4GHz AP ....................................................................................................................... 31
6.1 AP Configuration ................................................................................................................................ 31
7. Planning Linkage .......................................................................................................................... 34
7.1 Site Survey .......................................................................................................................................... 34
7.2 Planning Radio Path ........................................................................................................................... 34
7.2.1 ANTENNA HEIGHT .................................................................................................................... 36
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Table of Figures
Figure 1. Outdoor unit Hardware Outline .................................................................................................... 8
Figure 2. Antenna connection& bracket kit .................................................................................................. 9
Figure 3. PoE connection ............................................................................................................................ 10
Figure 4. Windows Start Menu ................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 5. Network Connections .................................................................................................................. 12
Figure 6. Local Area Connection Properties ............................................................................................... 10
Figure 7. Internet Protocol Properties ........................................................................................................ 14
Figure 8. Ping& ARP command ................................................................................................................... 15
Figure 9. User Name and Password Page ................................................................................................... 15
Figure 10. System Setting page .................................................................................................................. 16
Figure 11. System Information page .......................................................................................................... 18
Figure 12. Reboot page .............................................................................................................................. 19
Figure 13. 5GHz radio basic setting page ................................................................................................... 20
Figure 14. Wireless mode page .................................................................................................................. 21
Figure 15. Channel page ............................................................................................................................. 22
Figure 16. Bridge mode page ..................................................................................................................... 23
Figure 17. Remote bridge setup page ........................................................................................................ 24
Figure 18. Security page ............................................................................................................................. 25
Figure 19. Bridge security page - WEP ....................................................................................................... 28
Figure 20. Bridge Security page - WPA ....................................................................................................... 29
Figure 21. Master/Slave Bridges connection status ................................................................................... 30
Figure 22. Master/Slave Bridges Connections ............................................................................................ 30
Figure 23. RSSI page ................................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 24. 2.4GHz radio basic setting page ................................................................................................ 31
Figure 25. 2.4GHz wireless mode page ...................................................................................................... 32
Figure 26. Line-of-Sight (LOS) ..................................................................................................................... 34
Figure 27. Antenna height .......................................................................................................................... 36
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Manual Conventions
Bold
Bold type within paragraph text indicates commands, files names, directory names,
paths, output, or returned values.
Italic
Within commands, italics indicate a variable that the user must specify.
Titles of manuals or other published documents are also set in italics.
Courier
The courier font indicates output or display.
[]
Within commands, items enclosed in square brackets are optional parameters or
values that the user can choose to specify or omit.
{}
Within commands, item enclosed in braces are options from which the user must
choose.
|
Within commands, the vertical bar separates options.
…
An ellipsis indicates a repetition of preceding parameter.
>
The right angle bracket separates successive menu selection.
NOTE: This message denotes neutral or positive information that calls out important points to the text. A note
provides information that applies only in special cases.
Caution: Cautions call special attention to hazards that can cause system damage or data corruption, to a
lesser degree than warnings.
Warnings: Warnings call special attention to hazards that can cause system damage, data corruption,
personal injury, or death.
Disclaimer
MIMO 2x2 Wireless Outdoor Access Point System User Manual
Printed in the Taiwan
The instructions in this manual have been carefully checked for accuracy and are presumed to be reliable. The
accuracy and adequacy of this document are the responsibilities of our company. Please, give us any comments or
corrections to us.
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1. MIMO 2x2 Wireless Outdoor Access Point System Hardware Feature
1.1 Hardware Outline
Figure 1.Outdoor unit Hardware Outline
Product Features
Range — theoutdoor unit has been refined and optimized for long range application, up to 35Km.
Temperature — theoutdoor unitis tested for normal operation in the ambient temperatures from -35°C
to 70°C. Operating in temperatures outside of this range may cause the unit malfunctioned.
Wind Velocity— the outdoor unit can operate in winds up to 90mph and survive higher wind speeds up
to 125mph. You must consider the known maximum wind velocity and direction at the site and be sure
that any supporting structure, such as a pole, mast, or tower, built to withstand this force.
Lightning — the outdoor unit includes lightning protection circuits inside. However, you should make sure
that the unit, any supporting structure, and cables are all properly grounded. Additional protection using
lightning rods, lightning arrestors, or surge suppressors may also employed.
Rain — the weather plays one of major matters to the antenna performancefor the wireless
communication. The raining day, the lightning day, the cloudy day, or the windy day will make a quite big
impact to both side antennas over the communication results. It will also affect the communication
quality. Theoutdoor unit is a weatherproofed outdoor unit, which can operate in extremely weather
environment. You may need to use the sealing tape around the external antenna port connectors for
extra protection. If moisture enters the connector, it may cause degradation in performance or even a
complete failure of the link.
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1.2 Interface
1.2.1 External Antenna Connection
Figure 2. Antenna connection& bracket kit
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1.2.2 Power over Ethernet (PoE) & Cable Connection
Figure 3. PoE connection
1.2.3 Grounding
1) Proper grounding is always recommended for the safety consideration.
1.3 Product Warranty
This product warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date
of shipment. If the customer wants to have or extend longer warranty period, please contact the sales for
extended warranty. During the warranty period, the defective product willbe repaired or to be replaced.
1.4 Warranty Limitation
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance by
buyers, buyer-supplied software, interfacing, unauthorized modification, inappropriately use, operation out
of the product environment specifications, or improper site preparation and maintenance.
1.5 System Requirement
Windows 2000, XP, Vista Home Basicor Windows 7
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or above versions and Google Chrome
1.6 Feature Summary
Provide the Ethernet to Wireless LAN Bridge, or the Ethernet to Wireless LAN Access Point, fully IEEE
802.3 compatible Ethernet interface
Ethernet cable
connects to Input
port and link to host
PC or LAN Device
(ex. Switch or Hub)
PoE Ethernet Cable
connects to
Output port and
link to Outdoor
Unit
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Support 10/100 Base-T Ethernet interface
The operating mode is IEEE 802.11a/n & 802.11b/g/n infrastructure for the outdoor unit
The dynamic data rate switching among the standards of 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n HT 20, and
802.11n HT40- and 802.11n HT 40+ are provided by Atheros chipset. The auto fallback feature of data
rate capability optimizes the reliability, throughput and transmission range
Using Web UI to upgrade the firmware
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2. Getting Started
2.1 Setup Local Area Connection on your PC
2.1.1 Start Network Configuration on your PC
1) Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Communications > Network Connections
Figure 4. Windows Start Menu
2) Right click on the Local Area Connection and select Properties
Figure 5. Network Connections
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