Moxa Technologies AirWorks AWK-3131, AirWorks AWK-1131A User Manual

AirWorks AWK-3131

User’s Manual

Second Edition, June 2014

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AirWorks AWK-3131 User’s Manual

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1

Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 1-2

Package Checklist ............................................................................................................................... 1-2

Product Features ................................................................................................................................ 1-2

Product Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 1-3

Functional Design ............................................................................................................................... 1-6

LAN Port..................................................................................................................................... 1-6

Recommended SFP Accessories ..................................................................................................... 1-7

LED Indicators ............................................................................................................................ 1-8

Beeper ....................................................................................................................................... 1-9

Reset Button ............................................................................................................................... 1-9

Relay (Digital Output) .................................................................................................................. 1-9

2. Getting Starte d .................................................................................................................................. 2-1

First-time Installation and Configuration ................................................................................................ 2-2

Communication Testing ....................................................................................................................... 2-3

Function Map ..................................................................................................................................... 2-5

3. Web Console Configuration ............................................................................................................... 3-1

Web Browser Configuration .................................................................................................................. 3-2

Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 3-3

Basic Settings .................................................................................................................................... 3-4

System Info Settings ................................................................................................................... 3-4

Network Settings ......................................................................................................................... 3-5

Time Settings ............................................................................................................................. 3-6

Wireless Settings ................................................................................................................................ 3-7

Operation Mode .................................................................................................................................. 3-7

Basic Wireless Settings ........................................................................................................................ 3-8

WLAN Security Settings.............................................................................................................. 3-10

Advanced Wireless Settings ........................................................................................................ 3-16

WLAN Certification Settings (for EAP-TLS in Client/Slave mode only) ............................................... 3-19

Advanced Settings ............................................................................................................................ 3-20

Using Virtual LAN ...................................................................................................................... 3-20

Configuring Virtual LAN .............................................................................................................. 3-21

DHCP Server (for AP mode only) ................................................................................................. 3-22

Packet Filters ............................................................................................................................ 3-23

RSTP Settings (for Master or Slave mode only) ............................................................................. 3-26

SNMP Agent.............................................................................................................................. 3-28

Link Fault Pass-Through (for Client/Slave mode only) .................................................................... 3-30

Auto Warning Settings ....................................................................................................................... 3-30

System Log .............................................................................................................................. 3-30

Syslog ..................................................................................................................................... 3-31

E-mail ...................................................................................................................................... 3-32

Relay ....................................................................................................................................... 3-33

Trap ........................................................................................................................................ 3-34

Status ............................................................................................................................................. 3-35

Wireless Status ......................................................................................................................... 3-35

Associated Client List (for AP/Master mode only) ........................................................................... 3-35

DHCP Client List (for AP mode only) ............................................................................................. 3-36

System Log .............................................................................................................................. 3-36

Relay Status ............................................................................................................................. 3-37

DI and Power Status .................................................................................................................. 3-37

RSTP Status ............................................................................................................................. 3-37

Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... 3-38

Console Settings ....................................................................................................................... 3-38

Ping ......................................................................................................................................... 3-38

Firmware Upgrade ..................................................................................................................... 3-39

Config Import Export ................................................................................................................. 3-39

Load Factory Default .................................................................................................................. 3-40

Password.................................................................................................................................. 3-40

Misc. Settings ........................................................................................................................... 3-40

Save Configuration ........................................................................................................................... 3-41

Restart ............................................................................................................................................ 3-42

Logout............................................................................................................................................. 3-42

4. Software Installat i on and C o nfig ur at i on ........................................................................................... 4-1

Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 4-2

AWK Search Utility .............................................................................................................................. 4-2

Installing AWK Search Utility ........................................................................................................ 4-2

Configuring AWK Search Utility ..................................................................................................... 4-4

5. Other Console Considerations ........................................................................................................... 5-1

RS-232 Console Configuration (115200, None, 8, 1, VT100) .................................................................... 5-2

Configuration by Telnet and SSH Consoles ............................................................................................. 5-3

Configuration by Web Browser with HTTPS/SS L ...................................................................................... 5-4

Disabling Telnet and Browser Access ..................................................................................................... 5-5

A. References ........................................................................................................................................ A-1

Beacon .............................................................................................................................................. A-2

DTIM ................................................................................................................................................. A-2

Fragment ........................................................................................................................................... A-2

RTS Threshold .................................................................................................................................... A-2

STP and RSTP .................................................................................................................................... A-2

The STP/RSTP Concept ................................................................................................................ A-2

Differences between RSTP and STP ................................................................................................ A-3

B. Supporting Infor m a tion .................................................................................................................... B-1

Firmware Rec overy ............................................................................................................................. B-2

DoC (Declaration of Conformity) ........................................................................................................... B-3

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement ............................................................ B-3

R&TTE Compliance Statement ....................................................................................................... B-4

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1. Introduction

The AWK-3131 industrial a/b/g/n high speed wireless Access Point products ar e ide al wireless sol utio ns for
hard-to-wire applications that use mobile equipment connected over a TCP/IP network. The AWK-3131 is rated
to operate at temperatures ranging from 0 to 60°C for standard models and -40 to 75°C for wi de te mpe ratur e
models, and is rugged enough for any harsh industrial environment.

The following topics are covered in this chapter :



Overview



Package Checklist



Product Features



Product Specifications



Functional Design

 LAN Port
 Recommended SFP Accessories
 LED Indicators
 Beeper
 Reset Button
 R e lay (D igital Output)

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Overview

The AWK-3131 is 802.11n compliant to deliver speed, range, and reliab il ity to supp or t even the mos t
bandwidth-intensive applications . The 802 .11 n standard incorp or ate s multip le te c hnologies, including Spatial
Multiplexing MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out), 2 0 and 40 MHz channels, and dual bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) to
generate lightning speeds, while still b e ing able to communic a te w ith le g acy 802.11 a/b/g devices.

The AWK's operating temperature ranges from -25 to 60°C for standard models and -40 to 75°C for wide
temperature models, and is rugged enough for all types of harsh ind us tr ia l enviro nm e nts . Ins tal lation of the
AWK is easy using DIN-Rail mounting or distribution boxe s , and with its wid e operati ng temp e r ature range,
IP30-rated housing with LED indicators, and DIN-Rail mounting it is a convenient yet reliable solution for all
types of industrial wireless applicatio ns .

Package Checklist

Moxa’s AWK-3131 is shipped with the following items. If any of these items is missing or damaged, please
contact your customer service representative for assistance.

• 1 AWK-3131

• 2 swivel-type antennas (2 dBi, RP-SMA, 2.4 and 5 GHz)

• Quick Installation Guide

• Software CD

• Moxa Product Warranty Card

• Cable holder with 1 screw

• 3 protective caps

NOTE

The above items

come with the standard AWK-3131 model, but the package contents may vary for

customized

version

s.

Product Features

• IEEE802.11a/b/g/n compliant

• Advanced wireless security

 64-bit and 128-bit WEP/WPA/WPA2
 SSID Hiding/IEEE 802.1X/RADIUS
 Packet access control & filtering

• STP/RSTP support for network system redundancy

• Long-distance transmission support

• Turbo Roaming enables rapid handover (Client mode)

• ABC-01 for configuration import/export

• RS-232 console management

• 2DI+1DO for on-site monitoring and w arning s

• Wide -40 to 75°C operating temperature range (-T mode l)

• Redundant 24 VDC power inputs or IEEE802.3af Power over Ethernet

• DIN-Rail or wall mounting

• IP30 protected high-strength metal housing

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Product Specifications

WLAN Interface

Standards:

IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n for Wireless LAN
IEEE 802.11i for Wireless Security
IEEE 802.3 for 10BaseT
IEEE 802.3u for 100B aseTX
IEEE 802.3ab for 1000BaseT
IEEE 802.3af for Power

-over-Ethernet

IEEE 802.1D for Spanning Tree Protocol
IEEE 802.1w

for Rapid STP

IEEE 802.1Q VLAN

Spread Spectrum and Modulation (typical):

• DSSS with DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK

• OFDM with BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM

• 802.11b: CCK @ 11/5.5 Mbps, DQPSK @ 2 Mbps,

DBPSK @ 11 Mbps

• 802.11a/g: 64QAM @ 54/48 Mbps, 16QAM @ 36/24

Mbps,

QPSK @ 18/12 Mbps, BPSK @ 9/6 Mbps

• 802.11n: 64QAM @ 300 Mbps to BPSK @ 6.5 Mbps (multiple rates supported)

Operating Channels (central frequency):

US:

2.412 to 2.462 GHz (11 channels)

5.18 to 5.24 GHz (4 channels)
EU:

2.412 to 2.472 GHz (13

channels)

5.18 to 5.24 GHz (4 channels)
JP:

2.412 to 2.472 GHz (13 channels, OFDM)

2.412 to 2.484 GHz (14 channels, DSSS)

5.18 to 5.24 GHz (4 channels for W52)

Security:

• SSID broadcast enable/disable

• Firewall for MAC/IP/Protocol/Port

-based filtering

• 64

-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, WPA /WPA2-Personal and Enter pr is e (I EEE 802 .1X /RADI US, TKIP and

AES)

Transmission Rates:

802.11b: 1, 2, 5. 5, 11

Mbps

802.11a/g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 5 4

Mbps

802.11n: 6 to 300 Mbps (multiple rates supported)

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TX

Transmit Power:

2.4GHz

802.11b:

•

Typ. 18±1.5 dBm @ 1 to 11 Mbps

802.11g:

•

Typ. 18±1.5 dBm @ 6 to 24 Mbps

•

Typ. 17±1.5 dBm @ 36 to 48 Mbps

•

Typ. 15±1.5 dBm @ 54 Mbps

802.11n:

•

MCS15 20 MHz: Typ. 14 dBm (± 1.5 dBm)

•

MCS15 40 MHz: Typ. 13 dBm (± -1.5 dBm)

5GHz

802.11a:

•

Typ. 17±1.5 dBm @ 6 to 24 Mbps

•

Typ. 16±1.5 dBm @ 36 to 48 Mbps

•

Typ. 14±1.5 dBm @ 54 Mbps

802.11n:

•

MCS15 20 MHz: Typ. 13 dBm (± 1.5 dBm)

•

MCS15 40 MHz : Typ. 12 dBm (± 1.5 dBm)

RX Sensitivity:

2.4GHz

802.11b:

•

-92 dBm @ 1 Mbps

•

-90 dBm @ 2 Mbps

•

-88 dBm @ 5.5 Mbps

•

-84 dBm @ 11 Mbps

802.11g:

•

-87 dBm @ 6 Mbps

•

-86 dBm @ 9 Mbps

•

-85 dBm @ 12 Mbps

•

-82 dBm @ 18 Mbps

•

-80 dBm @ 24 Mbps

•

-76 dBm @ 36 Mbps

•

-72 dBm @ 48 Mbps

•

-70 dBm @ 54 Mbps

802.11n:

•

-68 dBm @ MCS15 40 MHz

•

-70 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

•

-69 dBm @ MCS15 20 MHz,

•

-71 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz

802.11a:

•

-87 dBm @ 6 Mbps

•

-86 dBm @ 9 Mbps

•

-85 dBm @ 12 Mbps

•

-82 dBm @ 18 Mbps

•

-80 dBm @ 24 Mbps

•

-76 dBm @ 36 Mbps

•

-72 dBm @ 48 Mbps

•

-70 dBm @ 54 Mbps

802.11n:

•

-68 dBm @ MCS15 40 MHz

•

-70 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

•

-69 dBm @ MCS15 20 MHz

•

-71 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz

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Protocol Support

General Protoco ls:

Proxy ARP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, IP, ICMP, SNTP, TCP, UDP, RADIUS, SNMP, PPPoE, DHCP

,

LLDP AP

-only Protocols: ARP, BOOTP, DHCP, STP/RSTP (IEEE 802.1D/w)

Interface

Default

Antennas: 2 dual-band omni-directional antennas, 2 dBi, RP-SMA (male)

Connector for External Antennas: RP-SMA (female)

LAN Ports:

1, 10/100/1000BaseT(X), auto negotiatio n speed (RJ45 -type)

Fiber Ports:

1, 1000BaseSFP slot

Console Port:

RS-232 (RJ45-type)

LED Indicators:

PWR1, PWR2, PoE, FAULT, STATE, signal strength, WLAN, LAN

Alarm Contact (Digital Output):

1 relay output with current carrying capacity of 1 A @ 24 VDC

Digital Inputs:

2 electrically isolated inputs

• +13 to +30 V for

state “1”

• +3 to

-30 V for state “ 0”

• Max. input current: 8 mA

Physical Characteristics

Housing:

Metal, IP30 protection

Weight:

970 g

Dimensions:

53.6 x 135 x 105 mm (2.11 x 5.31 x 4.13 in)

Installation:

DIN-Rail mounting (standard), wall mounting (o ptional)

Environmental Limits

Operating Temperature:

Standard Models: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Wide Temp. Models:

-40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F)

Storage Temperature:

-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)

Ambient

Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Power Requiremen t s

Input Voltage:

12 to 48 VDC, redundant dual DC power inputs or 48 VDC Power-over-

Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af

compliant)

Connector:

10-pin removable terminal block

Power Consumption:

12 to 48 VDC, 700 mA (max.)

Reverse Polarity Protection:

Present

Standards and Cer tifications

Safety:

UL 60950-1, EN 60950-1

Hazardous Location:

UL/cUL Class I Division 2, ATEX Zone 2

EMC:

EN 301 489-1/17, FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, EN 55022/55024

Radio:

EN 300 328, EN 301 893, TELEC

Note: Please check Moxa’s website for the most up

-to-date certification status.

Warranty

Warranty Period:

5 years

Details:

See www.moxa.com/warranty

ATTENTION

For EXPLOSION

-PROOF application, model AWK-3131 are designed and certified to mee t ATEX shall be

mounted in a suitable enclosure rate to at least IP54 and Pollution Degree 2 as defined in EN60529 and used
within its rated electrical and environmental ratings.

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ATTENTION

•

The AWK-

3131 is NOT a portable mobile device and should be located at least 20 cm away from the human

body.

•

The AWK-3131 is NOT designed for the general public. A well-trained technic ian s ho ul d be enlis te d to

ensure safe deployment of AWK-3131 units, and to establish a wireless ne twork.

Functional Design

LAN Port

The AWK-3131 comes standard with 1 combo Gigabit port (Ethernet RJ45 or Fibe r SFP). The LAN LED will light
up when the 1st LAN cable is inserted.

ATTENTION

Do not use the PoE

Injector. Instead, use an IEEE 802.3af or IEEE 802.3at compliant PSE (Power Sourcing

Equipment) for the PoE (Power over Ethernet) device .

SFP Fiber port
RJ45 Ethernet port

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Recommended SFP Accessories

SFP-1G series

• SFP-1GSXLC:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seS X , LC, 0.5 km, 0 to 60°C

• SFP-1GSXLC-T:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seS X , LC, 0.5 km, -20 to 75°C

• SFP-1GLSXLC:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seLSX, LC, 2 km, 0 to 60°C

• SFP-1GLSXLC-T:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000BaseLSX, LC, 2 km, -40 to 85°C

• SFP-1GLXLC:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seLX, LC, 10 km, 0 to 60°C

• SFP-1GLXLC-T:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seLX, LC, 10 km, -40 to 85°C

• SFP-1GLHLC:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seLH, LC, 30 km, 0 to 60°C

• SFP-1GLHLC-T:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seLH, LC, 30 km, -40 to 85°C

• SFP-1GLHXLC:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seLHX, LC, 40 km, 0 to 60°C

• SFP-1GLHXLC-T:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seLHX, LC, 40 km, -40 to 85°C

• SFP-1GZXLC:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seZX , LC, 80 k m , 0 to 60°C

• SFP-1GZXLC-T:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seZX, LC, 80 km, -40 to 85°C

• SFP-1GEZXLC:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seEZX, LC, 110 km, 0 to 60°C

• SFP-1GEZXLC-120:
Small form factor pluggable transceiver with 1000 B a seEZX, LC, 120 km, 0 to 60°C

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LED Indicators

The LEDs on the front panel of

the AWK-3131

provide a quick and easy means of determining the
current operational s

tatus and wireless settings.

The

FAULT LED indicates system failures and

user

-configured events. If the AWK-3131 cannot

retrieve

the IP address from a DHCP server, the

FAULT

LED will blink at one second intervals. The

SIGNAL

LEDs indicate signal strength, and only

operate

in Client mode.

The following table summarizes how to read the device’s wireless settings from the LED displays. More
information is available in Chapter 3 in the “Basic Wireless Settings” section.

LED Color State Description

Front Panel LED Indicators (System)

PWR1 Green

On Power is being supplied from power input 1.

Off

Power is not being supplied frompower input 1 .

PWR2 Green

On

Power is being supplied from power
input 2.

Off

Power is not being supplied from
power input 2.

PoE Amber

On Power is being supplied via PoE.
Off Power is not being supplied via PoE.

FAULT Red

Blink

(slow)

Cannot get an IP address from the
DHCP server (interval: 1 sec)

Blink

(fast)

IP address conflict (interval: 0.5 sec)

Off Error condition does not exist.

STATE

Green/

Red

Green Software Ready
Green

Blink

The AWK has been located by AWK
Search Utility. (interval: 1sec)

Red

Booting error condition

SIGNAL

(5 LEDs)

Green

On Signal level(for Client/Slave mode only)
Off

WLAN

Green

On

WLAN function is in Client/Slave mode and AWK has establish

ed a link

with an AP.

Blink WLAN data communication is run in Client/Slave mode

Off

WLAN is not in Client Mode or AWK has not established a link with an
AP.

Amber

On WLAN functions in AP/Master mode.

Blink WLAN’s data communication is run in AP/Master mode

Off

WLAN is not in use or not working properly

LAN

Green

On LAN port’s 1000 Mbps link is active.

Blink Data is being transmitted at 1000 Mbps

Off LAN port’s 1000 Mbps link is inactive

Amber

On LAN port’s 10/100 Mbps link is active.

Blink Data is being transmitted at 10/100 Mbps

Off LAN port’s 10/100 Mbps link is inactive

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ATTENTION

When

the system fails to boot, the LEDs for STATE (Green), FAULT, and WLAN will all light up

simultaneously and blink at one-second intervals. This may be due to improper operation or uncontr ollable
issues, such as an unexpected shutdown

while updating the firmware. To recover the firmware, refer to

the

“Firmware Recovery”

section in Chapter 6.

Beeper

The beeper emits two short beeps when the system is ready.

Reset Button

The RESET button is loc ated on the top pane l of the AWK-3131 . You can reboot the AWK-3131 or reset it to
factory default settings by pressing the RESET button with a pointed obj ect s uc h as an unfolded paper c lip.

• System reboot: Hold the RESET button down for under 5 seconds and then release.

• Reset to factory default: Hold the RESET button down for over 5 seconds until the STATE LED starts
blinking green. Release the button to reset the AWK-3131.

Relay (Digital Output)

The AWK-3131 has one relay output consisting of the 2 terminal block contacts on the top panel, as show n
below. These relay contacts are used to forward system failures a nd user-configured events.

The two wires attached to the relay contacts form an open circuit when a user-configured event is triggered. If
a user-configured event does not occur, the relay circuit will remain closed. For safety reasons, the relay circuit
is kept open when the AWK-3131 is not powered up.

Summary of the AWK-3131’s Relay Status

Power Status Event Relay

Off – Open
On Yes Open

No Short

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2. Getting Started

This chapter explains how to install Moxa’s Air Work s AWK-3131 for the first time, and quickly set up your
wireless network and test whether the connec tio n is running w e l l. The Function Map discussed in the third
section provides a convenient means of determining which functions you ne ed to use.

The following topics are covered in this chapter :



First-time Installation and Config ur at i on



Communication Testing



Function Map

AirWorks AWK-3131 Getting Started

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First-time Installation and Configuration

Before installing the AWK-3131, make sure that all items in the Package Checklist are in the box. You will need
access to a notebook computer or PC equipped with an Ethernet port. The AWK-3131 has a default IP address
that must be used when connecting to the dev ice for the first time.

• Step 1: Select the power source.
The AWK-3131 can be powered by a DC power input or PoE (Power over Ethernet). The AWK-3131 will use
whichever power source you choose.

• Step 2: Connect the AWK-3131 to a notebook or PC.
Since the AWK-3131 supports MDI /MDI-X auto-sensing, you can use either a straight-through cable or
crossover cable to connect the AWK-3131 to a computer. The LED indicator on the AWK-3131’s LAN port
will light up when a connection is established .

• Step 3: Set up the computer’s IP address.
Choose an IP address on the same subnet as the AWK-3131. Since the AWK-3131’s default IP address is

192.168.127.253, and the subnet mask is 255.255.255.0, you should set the IP address of the
computer to 192.168.127.xxx.

NOTE

After you

select Maintenance  Load Fac tory Default and click the Submit button, the AWK-3131

will be

reset to

factory default settings and the IP address will be reset to 192.168.127.253.

• Step 4: Use the web-based manager to configure the AWK-3131
Open your computer’s web browser and type http://192.168.127.253 in the address field to access the
homepage of the web-based Network Manager. Before the homepage opens, you will need to enter the user
name and password as shown in the following figure. For first-time co nf i g uration, enter the default user
name and password and then click on the Login button:

NOTE

Default user name and password:

User Name: admin
Password: root

For security reasons, we strongly recommend changing the default password. To do so,

select

Maintenance



Password, and then follow the on-screen instructions to change the password.

AirWorks AWK-3131 Getting Started

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NOTE

After you click

Submit to apply changes the web page will refresh (Updated) will appear on the page

and a

blinking reminder will be shown on the upper

-right corner of the web page:

To

activate the changes click Restart and then Save and Restart

after you change the settings. About 30

seconds are needed for the AWK

-3131 to complete the reboot procedure.

• Step 5: Select the AWK-3131 operation mode.
By default, the AWK-3131’s operation mode is set to AP. You can change to C lie nt mode in Wireless
Settings  Basic Wireles s Set tin gs. Detailed information about configuring the AWK-3131’s operation
can be found in Chapter 3.

• Step 6: Test communications.
In the following sections we describe two test metho d s that can be used to e nsure that a network
connection has been established.

Communication Testing

After installing the AWK-3131 you can run a sample test to make sure the AWK-3131 and wireless connection
are functioning normally. Two testing methods are described below. Use the first method if you are using only
one AWK-3131 device, and use the second method if you are using two or more AWK-3131 units.

How to Test One AWK-3131

If you are only using one AWK-3131, you will need a second notebook computer equipped with a WLAN card.
Configure the WLAN card to connect to the AWK-3131 (NOTE: the default SSID is MOXA), and change the IP
address of the sec ond not ebook (Notebook B) so that it is on the same subnet as the first notebook (Notebook
A), which is connected to the AWK-3131.

After configuring the WLAN card, establish a wireless connection with the AWK-3131 and open a DOS window
on Notebook B. At the prompt, type

ping <IP address of notebook A>

and then press Enter (see the figure below). A “Reply from IP address …” response means the communication
was successful. A “Request timed out.” response means the communication failed. In this case, recheck the
configuration to make sure the connections are corre c t.

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How to Test Two or More AWK-3131 Units

If you have two or more AWK-3131 units, you will need a second notebook computer (Notebook B) equipped
with an Ethernet port. Use the default settings for the first AWK-3131 connected to notebook A and change the
second or third AWK-3131 connected to no teboo k B to Client mode, and then configure the notebooks and
AWK-3131 units properly.

After setting up the testing environment, open a DOS window on notebook B. At the prompt, type:

ping <IP address of notebook A>

and then press Enter. A “Reply from IP address …” response means the communication was s ucce ssful. A
“Request timed out” response means the communication failed. In this case, recheck the configuration to make
sure the connections are correct.

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Function Map

Basic settings for administering the AWK-3131

Essential settings related to establishing a
wireless network

Advanced fe atures to support additional network
management and secure wired and wireless
communication

Note: These advanced functions are all optional.

Application-oriented device
management functions to set up
events, traps,

and reactions via relay

warning, e-mail, and SNMP
notification

Note: These functions are all optional.

Current status information for monitoring
wired/wireless network performance, advanced
services, and device management functions.

Functions for maintaining the AWK-3131, and

for

diagnosing the network.

On-demand functions to support the web-

based

console management operation.

Quick overview of the AWK-3131’s status

3

3. Web Console Configuration

In this chapter, we explain all aspects of web-based console configuration. Moxa’s easy-to-use management
functions help you set up your AWK-3131 and make it easy to establish and maintain your wireless network.

The following topics are covered in this chapter :



Web Browser Configuration



Overview



Basic Settings

 System Info Settings
 Ne tw or k Se tti ng s
 Time S e ttings



Wireless Settings



Operation Mode



Basic Wireless Settings

 WLA N Sec urity Settings
 Advanced Wireless Settings
 WLAN Certification Settings (for EAP-TLS in

Client/Slave mode only)



Advanced Setting s

 Us ing V irtual LA N
 Configuring Virtual LAN
 DHCP Server (for AP mode only)
 Packet Filters
 RSTP Settings (for AP mode only)
 SN MP Age nt



Auto Warning Setting s

 System Log
 Syslog
 E-mail
 Relay
 Trap



Status

 Wir e le s s Sta tus
 Associated Client List (for AP/Master mode

only)

 DHCP Client List (for AP mode only)
 System Log
 R e lay S tatus
 DI and Power S tatus
 RSTP Status



Maintenance

 Console Settings
 Ping
 Firmware Upgrade
 Config Import Export
 Load Factory Default
 Password
 Misc . S e ttings



Save Conf iguration



Restart



Logout

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Web Browser Configuration

Moxa AWK-3131’s web browser interface provides a convenient way to modify its configuration and access the
built-in monitoring and network adminis tration functions. The recommended web browser is Microsoft

®

Internet Explorer 7.0 or 8.0 with JVM (Java Virtual Machine) installed.

NOTE

To use

the AWK-3131’

s management and monitoring functions from a PC host connected to the same LAN as

the

AWK-3131, you must make sure that the PC host and the A WK-3131 are on the same logical subnet.

Similarly, if

the AWK-3131

is configured for other VLAN settings, you must make sure your PC host is on the

management VLAN.
The Moxa

AWK-3131’s default IP is 192.168.127.253.

Follow these steps to access the AWK-3131’s web-based console management interface.

1. Open your web browser ( e.g., Internet Explorer) and type the AWK-3131’s IP address in the address field.
Press Enter to establish the connection.

2. The Web Console Login page will open. Enter the password (default Username = admin; default Password
= root) and then click Login to continue.

3. You may need to wait a few moments for the web page to download to your computer. Note that the Model
name and IP address of your AWK-3131 are both shown in the title bar of the web page. This information
can be used to he lp you identi f y multiple AWK-3131 units.

4. Use the menu tree on the left side of the window to open the functio n pages to acce ss each of the
AWK-3131’s functions.

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In the following paragraphs, we describe each AWK-3131 management function in detail. A quick overview is
available in this manual in the “Function Map” section of Chapter 2.

NOTE

The model name of

the AWK-3131 is shown as AWK-3131-XX, where XX indicates the country code. The

country code

indicates the AWK-3131 version and which bandwidth it uses. We use AWK-3131-US as an

example

in the following figures. (The country code and model name that appears on

your computer screen

may be different than the one shown here

.)

Overview

The Overview page summarizes the AWK-3131’s current status. The infor ma tio n is categor ize d into s ev eral
groups: System info, Device info, and 802.11 info.

Click on SSID for more detailed 802.11 information, as shown in the following figure.

NOTE

The

802.11 info that is displayed may be different for different op era tio n modes . For examp le , “C urr e nt

BSSID” is not available in Client mode, and “Signal stre ngth” is not availab le in

AP mode.

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Basic Settings

The Basic Settings group includes the most commonly used settings required by administrators to maintain and
control the AWK-3131.

System Info Settings

The System Info items, especially Device name and Device description, are displayed and included on the
Overview page, in SNMP information, and in alarm emails. Setting System Info items makes it easier to

identify the different AWK-3131 units connected to your network.

Device name

Setting Description Factory Defaul t

Max. 31 of characters This option is useful for specifying the role or application of

different AWK-3131 units.

AWK-3131_<Serial
No. of this
AWK-3131>

Device location

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

Max. of 31 characters Specifies the location of different AWK-3131 units. None

Device description

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

Max. of 31 characters Use this space to record a more detailed description of the

AWK-3131

None

Device contact information

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

Max. of 31 characters Provides

information about whom to contact in order to resolve

problems. Use this space to record contact informatio n of the
person responsible for maintaining this AWK-3131.

None

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Network Settings

The Network Settings configuration panel allows yo u to modify the usual TC P/IP ne two rk paramete rs . A n
explanation of each configuration item is given be lo w.

IP configuration

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

DHCP The AWK-3131’s IP address will be assigned automatically by

the network’s DHCP server

Static

Static Set up the AWK-3131’s IP address manually.

IP address

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

AWK-3131’s IP address

Identifies the AWK-3131 on a TCP/IP network.

192.168.127.253

Subnet mask

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

AWK-3131’s subnet
mask

Identifies the type of network to which the AWK-3131 is
connected (e.g., 255.255.0.0 for a Class B network, or

255.255.255.0 for a Class C network).

255.255.255.0

Gateway

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

AWK-3131’s default
gateway

The IP address of the router that connects the

LAN to an outside

network.

None

Primary/ Seco nd a ry DNS server

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

IP address of the
Primary/Secondary
DNS server

The IP address of

the DNS Server used by your network. After

entering the DNS Server’s IP add res s , you can input the
AWK-3131’s URL (e.g., http://ap11.abc.com) in your browser’

s

address field instead of entering the IP address. The Secondary
DNS server will be used if the Primary DNS server fails to
connect.

None

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Time Settings

The AWK-3131 has a time calibration function based on information from an NTP server or user specified Date
and Time information. Functions such as Auto warning can add real-time information to the message.

The Current local time shows the AWK-3131’s system time when you open this web page. You can click on
the Set Time button to activate the updated date and time parameters. An “(Updated)” string will appear to
indicate that the change is complete. Local time setting s w ill be immediately activated in the system without
running Save and Restart.

NOTE

The

AWK-3131 has a built-in real time clock (RTC). We strongly r ecommend that users update the

Local time

for

the AWK-3131 after the initial setup or a long-term shutdown, especially when the network does

not have

an Internet connection for

accessing the NTP server or there is no NTP server on the LAN.

Current local time

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

User adjustable time The date and time parameters allow configuratio n of the local

time, with immediate activation.
Use 24-hour format: yyyy/mm/dd hh:mm:ss

None

Time zone

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

User selectable time
zone

The time zone setting allows conversion from

GMT (Greenwich

Mean Time) to local time.

GMT (Greenwich
Mean Time)

ATTENTION

Changing the time zone will automatically

adjust the Current local time. You should configure the Time

zone

before setting the Current local time.

Daylight saving time

Setting Description Facto r y De f a ult

Enable/ Disable Daylight saving time (also know as DST or summer time)

involves advancing clocks (usually 1 hour ) dur ing the s ummer

time to provide an extra hour of daylight in the afternoon.

Disable

When Daylight saving time is enabled, the following parameters will be shown:

• Starts at: The date that daylight saving time begins.

• Stops at: The date that daylight saving time ends.

• Time offset: Indicates how many hours forward the clo ck should b e advanc ed.