ProSoft Technology RLXIB-IHN Setup Manual

RLXIB-IHN

802.11n

Industrial Hotspot

March 30, 2010

SETUP GUIDE

Important Safety Information

The following Information and warnings pertaining to the radio module must be heeded:

WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD – DO NOT REPLACE ANTENNAS UNLESS POWER
HAS BEEN SWITCHED OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS.

A "THIS DEVICE CONTAINS A TRANSMITTER MODULE, FCC ID: SDZ-WA-1. PLEASE SEE FCC ID LABEL ON

BACK OF DEVICE."

B "THIS DEVICE USES AN INTERNAL COMPACT FLASH RADIO MODULE AS THE PRIMARY RADIO

COMPONENT. THE COMPACT FLASH RADIO MODULE DOES NOT HAVE AN FCC ID LABEL. THE
COMPACT FLASH RADIO MODULE HAS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS."

C "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."

D "THIS DEVICE AND ANY RADIO ACCESSORY SOLD BY PROSOFT MUST BE INSTALLED BY AN

AUTHORIZED PROFESSIONAL INDUSTRIAL RADIO SYSTEM INTEGRATOR. FURTHER, ONLY RADIO
ACCESSORIES SOLD BY PROSOFT AND SPECIFICALLY TESTED FOR USE WITH THIS DEVICE MAY BE
USED WITH THIS DEVICE."

E "THE USER OF THIS EQUIPMENT CANNOT BE WITHIN 20 cm. FROM THE RADIATING ELEMENT DEVICE."
F "CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR

COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’s AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT."

Industry Canada Requirements:

A "THIS DEVICE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO OPERATE WITH AN ANTENNA HAVING A MAXIMUM GAIN OF 24

dB. AN ANTENNA HAVING A HIGHER GAIN IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED PER REGULATIONS OF INDUSTRY
CANADA. THE REQUIRED ANTENNA IMPEDANCE IS 50 OHMS."

B "TO REDUCE POTENTIAL RADIO INTERFERENCE TO OTHER USERS, THE ANTENNA TYPE AND ITS

GAIN SHOULD BE CHOSEN SUCH THAT THE EQUIVALENT ISOTROPICALLY RADIATED POWER (EIRP)
IS NOT MORE THAN THAT REQUIRED FOR SUCCESSFUL COMMUNICATION."

C "THE INSTALLER OF THIS RADIO EQUIPMENT MUST INSURE THAT THE ANTENNA IS LOCATED OR

POINTED SUCH THAT IT DOES NOT EMIT RF FIELD IN EXCESS OF HEALTH CANADA LIMITS FOR THE
GENERAL POPULATION; CONSULT SAFETY CODE 6, OBTAINABLE FROM HEALTH CANADA."

WARNING:

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to take adequate measures.

Antenna spacing requirements for user safety

It is important to keep the radio's antenna a safe distance from the user. To meet the requirements of FCC part

2.1091 for radio frequency radiation exposure, this radio must be used in such a way as to guarantee at least 20 cm
between the antenna and users. Greater distances are required for high- gain antennas. The FCC requires a
minimum distance of 1 mW *cm2 power density from the user (or 20 cm, whichever is greater).

If a specific application requires proximity of less than 20 cm, the application must be approve d through the FCC for
compliance to part 2.1093.

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed in such a way that it does n ot
emit RF fields in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; refer to Safety Code 6, obtainable from
Health Canada.

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the
equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication.

United States FCC & Industry Canada rules

RYK-WMIA199NI

5265A-IHN

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfu l in terference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to

operate the equipment.

CSA C22.2 213-M1987 and N. American Standard ANSI/ISA 12.12.01 listing

In accordance with Canadian Standard CSA C22.2 213-M1987 and ANSI Standar d ISA 12.12.01, the RLXIB series
radios have been UL listed for operation in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D Locations.

THIS EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I, DIVISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C, AND D, HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS ONLY IF INSTALLED IN AN APPROVED ENCLOSURE AND POWERED BY A CLASS 2 POWER
SUPPLY.”Limited Power Source”.

WARNING: EXPLOSION HAZARD! SUBSTITUTION OF ANY COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR
CLASS I, DIVISION 2.

WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD – Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been removed or the area is
known to be non-hazardous.

AVERRTISSEMENT - RISQUE D'EXPLOSION - LA SUBSTITUTION DE COMPOSANTS PEUT RENDRE CE
MATERIEL INACCEPTABLE POUR LES EMPLACEMENTS DE CLASSE I, DIVISION 2.

WARNING: EXPLOSION HAZARD! DO NOT DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN
SWITCHED OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON HAZARDOUS.

AVERRTISSEMENT - RISQUE D'EXPLOSION - AVANT DE DECONNECTER L'EQUIPEMENT, COUPER LE
COURANT OU S'ASSURER QUE L'EMPLACEMENT EST DESIGNE NON DANGERUEX.

This radio has been designed to operate with the Omnidirectional Multi-Band Articulating Antenna, model A2502S­OA and having a maximum gain of 3dBi @ 2.4GHz and 4dBi @ 5.0GHz. Antennas not listed herein having a gain
greater than that listed are strictly prohibited. The required antenna impedance is 50ohms nominal. This statement is
in accordance with RSS-Gen Section 7.1.4.

The following label is applied to the radio to indicate that it is listed under ANSI/ISA standard 12.12.01 and CSA
standard C22.2 213-M1987.

This Device contains a Radio Transmitter Module

FCC ID:RYK-WMIA199NI Canada IC5265A-IHN

Conforms to ANSI/ISA Std. 12.12.01 – Certified to CSA Std. C22.2 No. 213-M1987

Class I Division 2 10-24 Volts DC 6 Watts

48 Volts DC using the PoE Injector

Groups A, B, C & D

Max. Ambient: 60ºC Temp Code T6

Note: The Temp. Code (Temperature Code) refers to the temperature of the rating of the RLXIB radio. The T6 code
means that the maximum temperature of the unit did not exceed 135°C.

A TEX Approval

II 3 G

Ex nA nL IIC T6 X

-30C° <= Ta <=60°C
ProSoft Technology, Inc., Bakersfield, CA USA
Model: RLXIB
S/N: XXXXXXXXXX
Caution: Read instructions before operating in Hazardous Areas

N. America
The Radio must be installed inside an IP54 enclosure which requir es a special tool for access.

Explosive Atmosphere

Power, Input, and Output (I/O) wiring must be in accordance with the authority having jurisdiction

A Warning – Explosion Hazard – Do not make or break connections in an explosive atmosphere.
B Caution – Use only approved recommended power supply.
C Warning - Power supply should be installed in a non-hazardous area.
D Warning – DO NOT OPEN WHEN ENERGIZED.
E These products are intended to be mounted in an IP54 enclosure. The devices shall provide e xternal means to

prevent the rated voltage being exceeded by transient disturbances of more than 40%. This device must be used
only with ATEX certified backplanes.

European CE certification

The radio modem has been approved for operation under the RTT&E directive, passing the foll owing tests: ETS300­826 (EMC), ETS300-328 (Functionality), and EN60950 (Safety).

The following is the appropriate label that is applied to the radio modem product line to in dicate the unit is approved
to operate with CE certification:

The following is the appropriate label that is applied to the radio modem product line shipping package to indicate the
unit is approved to operate with CE certification:

AUS B DK FIN
F D GR IRE
I LUX NL P
E S UK

Note: Member states in the EU with restrictive use for this device are crossed out. This device is also authorized for
use in all EFTA member states (CH, ICE, LI, and NOR).

IMPORTANT: This device is a 2.4-GHz, low-power RF device intended for office and home use in all EU and EFTA
member states, except in France where restrictive use applies.

EU Requirements

1. For outdoor use, France has a frequency restriction of 2.4GHz - 2.454GHz for an output power greater than 10mW
and below 100mW.

2. For outdoor use in France, the output power is restricted to 10mW in the frequency range of 2.454GHz –

2.4835GHz.

3. 5.15GHz – 5.35GHz is restricted to 200mW EIRP throughout the European Union.

Power over Ethernet Injector and Accessories "Warning"

The PoE Injector was not a part of the hazardous location or ATEX certification. Therefore, if an injector is used to
power any of the radios, the PoE injector must be installed/located outside of any area that could be kn own to be
hazardous. The AC power adaptor was not a part of the haz loc certification.

The RLXIB series were tested and certified to hazardous location and ATEX without any accessories included in this
certification. Therefore, any accessory added to the RLXIB series radios must be used in an area known to be non­hazardous as they have not been subjected to hazardous location and ATEX certifications.

The preferred method of powering the radios is using the supplied power adaptor but If the PoE injector is used in an
ordinary location "only", the PoE injector must be Listed. If the PoE injector is used instead of the supplied power
adaptor, all of the wiring to and from the injector must be routed/installed inside building/plant and never
routed/installed outside of the building/plant.

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We always want you to feel that you made the right decision to use our products. If you have suggestions, comments,
compliments or complaints about the product, documentation, or support, please write or call us.

ProSoft Technology
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Contents RLXIB-IHN ♦ 802.11n
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Contents

Important Safety Information...............................................................................................................3

Antenna spacing requirements for user safety...................................................................................3

United States FCC & Industry Canada rules......................................................................................4

CSA C22.2 213-M1987 and N. American Standard ANSI/ISA 12.12.01 listing .................................4

ATEX Approval ...................................................................................................................................5

European CE certification...................................................................................................................5

EU Requirements................................................................................................................................5

Power over Ethernet Injector and Accessories "Warning"..................................................................6

Your Feedback Please........................................................................................................................6

ProSoft Technology® Product Documentation....................................................................................6

1 Before You Begin 9

1.1 Install the WirelessN Discovery Tool.......................................................................10

1.2 Start WirelessN Discovery Tool ..............................................................................11

1.3 Plug In the Cables...................................................................................................12

1.4 Detecting the Radio.................................................................................................13

1.5 Assign an IP Address..............................................................................................14

1.6 Set up the Master Radio..........................................................................................15

1.7 Save the Radio Configuration.................................................................................18

2 Adding and Configuring Additional Radios 19

3 Verify Communication 21

4 If You Encounter Problems 23

4.1 Check the Ethernet cable........................................................................................23

4.2 LED display.............................................................................................................24

4.3 Retrieve the Default Password................................................................................25

4.4 Starting Over...........................................................................................................26

5 What’s Next? 27

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1 Before You Begin

In This Chapter

 Install the WirelessN Discovery Tool.....................................................10

 Start WirelessN Discovery Tool.............................................................11

 Plug In the Cables.................................................................................12

 Detecting the Radio...............................................................................13

 Assign an IP Address............................................................................14

 Set up the Master Radio........................................................................15

 Save the Radio Configuration................................................................18

The following components are included with your RLXIB-IHN radio, and are all
required for installation and configuration.

Important: Before beginning the installation, please verify that all of the following items are

present.

Qty. Part Name Part Number Part Description

1 RLXIB-IHN Radio RLXIB-IHN Industrial Hotspot
1 Cable 085-1007 6 foot RS232 serial cable
1 Cable RL-CBL025 5 foot Ethernet Straight-Thru Cable (Gray)
1 Antenna A2502S-OA 2 dBi Omni RP-SMA articulating, 2.4/5GHz
1 Power Supply RL-PS005-2

1 ProSoft Solutions CD

AC Power Adapter, 12V1.25A w/2 pin & 4
plug Set

Contains sample programs, utilities and
documentation for the RLXIB-IHN module.

If any of these components are missing, please contact ProSoft Technology
Support for replacement parts.

In addition, you will need:

 A personal computer equipped with an Ethernet port
 IP address, Subnet Mask and Gateway information for each RLX device you

plan to install. You can obtain this information from your system
administrator.

Note: This Startup Guide is designed for use with two RLXIB-IHN radios. One radio will be setup

as a Master (AP) while the other radio will be set up as a Repeater.

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1.1 Install the WirelessN Discovery Tool

1 Insert the ProSoft Solutions CD in your CD-ROM drive. On most computers,

a menu screen will open automatically. If you do not see a menu within a few
seconds, follow these steps:

a Click the Start button, and then choose Run.
b In the Run dialog box, click the Browse button.
c In the Browse dialog box, click "My Computer". In the list of drives,

choose the CD-ROM drive where you inserted the ProSoft Solutions CD.

d Select the file prosoft.exe, and then click Open.
e On the Run dialog box, click OK.

2 On the CD-ROM menu, select W

opens the Setup Wizard for WirelessN Discovery Tool.

3 Follow the instructions on the installation wizard to install the program with its

default location and settings.

4 When the installation finishes, you may be prompted to restart your computer

if certain files were in use during installation. The updated files will be
installed during the restart process.

IRELESSN DISCOVERY TOOL. This action

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1.2 Start WirelessN Discovery Tool

1 Click the START button, and then navigate to PROGRAMS / PROSOFT

TECHNOLOGY

2 Click to start R

ADIOLINX WIRELESSN DISCOVERY TOOL.

The window lists all the radios your computer can access. The MAC ID number is
essentially the serial number of the radio; this number is also printed on the side
of the radio. If a radio listing does not appear in the window, click the S
button. If you still do not see a radio listing, see Troubleshooting in the RLXIB­IHN User Manual.

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1.3 Plug In the Cables

You can configure the RLXIB-IHN using the Ethernet port on the radio. On the
underside are three ports; Ethernet, Serial and Power (10 to 24 VDC 6 W).

From left to right: Power connector, Serial port and Ethernet port.
Use the Ethernet cable to configure the radio for the first time.

Note: After you plug in the power cable and Ethernet cable, the radio performs a startup procedure

that includes a self-test, loading the main program, and initializing the radio. The front panel LEDs
will illuminate after approximately two seconds. The entire startup procedure can take up to 90
seconds.

After the startup procedure has completed successfully, the Power LED should
be green, meaning that the radio has power. The Ethernet LED should also be
green, meaning that the Ethernet connection is working. The RF Transmit and
RF Receive LEDs should blink.

For information on making connections, see Radio Power Requirements and
Cable Specifications in the RLXIB-IHN User Manual.

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1.4 Detecting the Radio

After the radio has completed its startup procedure, the radio will appear in the
WirelessN Discovery Tool window.

The window lists all the radios your computer can access. The MAC ID number is
essentially the serial number of the radio; this number is also printed on the side
of the radio. If a radio listing does not appear in the window, click the S

CAN

button on the toolbar. If you still do not see a radio listing, refer to Diagnostics
and Troubleshooting in the RLXIB-IHN User Manual.

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1.5 Assign an IP Address

You need the IP address to log into the RadioLinx Configuration Manager and
configure the radio settings. If the radio is connected to a network with a DHCP
server, the radio may already have an IP address assigned to it.

If a DHCP server is not available, or if you prefer to assign a static IP address,
you can enter an IP address here.

To assign an IP Address

1 In WirelessN Discovery Tool, click to select the radio.

Tip: If a radio listing does not appear in the window, click the Scan button on the toolbar. If you still

do not see a radio listing, refer to Diagnostics and troubleshooting in the RLXIB-IHN User Manual.

2 Right-click on the radio to open a shortcut menu, and then choose ASSIGN IP.

This action opens the Assign IP Address dialog box.

3 Select one of the unused IP addresses, and then click OK.

Tip: You must also assign a Gateway address. The Gateway assigned to your PC’s Ethernet port

is offered as a suggestion. If your PC does not have a Gateway setting, the Gateway field in the
Assign IP Address dialog will be blank. You will need to enter a Gateway before clicking OK.

For information, see Radio Access settings in the RLXIB-IHN User Manual.

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1.6 Set up the Master Radio

To configure the radio, double click on the radio (Radio1) in the WirelessN
Discovery Tool window. This action opens a web browser (for example Microsoft
Internet Explorer or Firefox) and loads the Radio’s web configuration interface.

Administrator login

With administrative privileges, you can view or modify the configuration of the
access point.

Enter the user name in lower case, no quotes.

 The default administrator user name is "admin"
 The default password is "password"
 The user name and password are case sensitive

Guest login

With guest privileges, you can view the existing configuration, but you cannot
make changes.

Enter the user name in lower case, no quotes.

 The default guest user name is "guest".
 The default password is "password".

Important: You should change the default user names and passwords, write down the settings,

and keep a copy in a safe place, to protect the radio from being reconfigured or viewed by
unauthorized users.

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Note: The master is the "root" or central radio in a network. You must have at least one master

radio per network. For redundancy, you can assign more than one master to a network.

To configure a Master radio, make the following changes to the web
configuration form:

Overall Settings

 Unit Name: Enter a unique name for the radio.
 Obtain IP Address by: If a DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol) server is

configured on your local area network, the DHCP server can assign IP
addresses automatically.

If you prefer to assign a Static (Fixed) IP address, select S
enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway in the Overall area
of the Radio web configuration form.

Important: If you intend to assign IP addresses manually, you must not duplicate an IP address

that is already in use on your network. If you are not sure what IP addresses are available, ask
your network administrator for assistance.

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 Select M

ASTER as the radio mode.

 SSID: Assign a network name (SSID) of up to 32 characters. The radio uses

this name in all network references. All radios in a network must have the
same SSID.

 Channel Selection: Choose the channel selection mode.

Network channels allow radios to avoid sharing a frequency with other
networks in the same location. For most applications, you should choose a
specific channel number. If you choose A

UTO, the radio will scan available

channels, and will select a channel that appears to have little traffic.

Important: The RLXIB-IHN radio is supplied with a dual-band antenna that supports both

frequency ranges. If you use a different antenna with the RLXIB-IHN radio, you must choose a
channel and frequency range supported by the antenna.

 Security: Encryption scrambles data so that only intended viewers can

decipher and understand it. Although "none" is an available encryption type,
ProSoft Technology strongly recommends encrypting all data sent and
received from every radio on your network with WPA2, to help prevent your
data from being intercepted and decoded.

 WPA/WPA2 Key: To use AES encryption on packets sent between the

radios, select WPA2

- PERSONAL in the Encryption Type field. Next, in the

WPA phrase field, enter a pass phrase of between eight and 63 normal
keyboard characters. This phrase automatically generates an encryption key
of 128 hexadecimal characters. The default pass phrase is "passphrase"
(lower case, no quotes). For more information on encryption, see Security
settings.

Because you must assign the same Network SSID and WPA phrase to the
repeater radios later in this procedure, you should write down the settings.

Note: Network SSID and WPA key are both case-sensitive.

Network SSID:_________________
WPA phrase:__________________

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1.7 Save the Radio Configuration

Before browsing to other pages in the Radio Configuration window, you must
apply your changes. Click A

Note: To discard your changes and start over, click CLEAR.

PPLY to save your configuration and restart the radio.

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2 Adding and Configuring Additional Radios

At this point you should attach and configure any additional radios you will be
using. Ensure that any new radios use a unique name, but the same Network
SSID as your master. The only difference in procedure will be in setting up each
additional radio. Instead of setting your additional radios as Masters, they should
be set as Repeaters or, more rarely, Clients, depending on their intended
purpose.

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3 Verify Communication

When configured, the Roles column identifies each radio as a Master, Repeater,
or Client.

Observe the LEDs to ensure good link quality, as explained in LED display (page

24). After configuring a repeater, you can unplug the Ethernet cable from it.

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4 If You Encounter Problems

In This Chapter

 Check the Ethernet cable......................................................................23

 LED display...........................................................................................24

 Retrieve the Default Password..............................................................25

 Starting Over.........................................................................................26

4.1 Check the Ethernet cable

If you connect a radio and the Ethernet LED does not light on the radio, there
may be a problem with the Ethernet cable. Verify that the cable is plugged into
the radio at one end, and to an Ethernet hub or a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet switch
at the other end.

Note: The RLXIB-IHN radio auto-detects the Ethernet connection type, and does not require a

crossover cable for direct connection to a PC.

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4.2 LED display

The RLXIB-IHN front panel includes a set of LEDs that indicate the radio’s status:

LED Description

Power This green LED indicates that the radio has power.
RF Transmit This yellow LED indicates RF transmission.
RF Receive This green LED indicates RF reception.
Serial Reserved for future use.
Ethernet

Signal Strength

If a radio is configured as a master, the middle light of the three Signal Strength
LEDs will always be on, and the bottom Signal Strength LED will always be off.
The top LED on the master will flash if any radios are linked to this master.

After you first plug in the power cable and Ethernet cable to the radio, the
Power/Status LED should be green, meaning that the radio has power. If the
Ethernet LED is green, then the Ethernet connection is working. The RF Transmit
and RF Receive LEDs should blink.

All three LEDs will blink just after the radio links to the Master’s signal but before
it has been fully authenticated. Normally you will see this last only a few seconds.
If it blinks longer, or never turns on, it usually means the encryption keys are not
correct.

If this green LED is on, the Ethernet cable is connected. If this LED is flashing,
an Ethernet packet is being transmitted or received.

If only one of these three LEDs is on, then the radio is linked. If two LEDs are on,
the radio’s signal strength is fair. If all three LEDs are on, the signal strength is
good.

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4.3 Retrieve the Default Password

If you forget your password, you will be unable to change the radio settings. You
can retrieve the default password to use the software again, but you will lose all
the settings you programmed before. To retrieve the default password and return
the radio to its default settings, follow these steps:

1 Turn off power to the radio.
2 Locate the reset hole, located to the left of the power connector.

3 Turn on power to the radio.
4 Insert the end of a paperclip or similar device into the hole, and wait for the

Power LED to turn green.

5 When the Power LED tu rns green, press and hold the reset button for at least

five seconds.

6 The radio will reload its default settings, including the password. You should

now be able to log in using the default password, which is "password".

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4.4 Starting Over

If necessary, you can always restore the default settings that were present when
the radio was manufactured.

1 Open the Radio Configuration/Diagnostic Utility
2 Log into the radio
3 Click the Utilities button, and then click the Default button.

This will remove all changes you have made to the radio configuration,
including addressing, naming, and security settings.

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What’s Next? RLXIB-IHN ♦ 802.11n
Setup Guide Industrial Hotspot

5 What’s Next?

Congratulations! Your wireless network is up and running. You now need to
connect your wireless Hotspots to your network devices. ProSoft Technology
provides application connection instructions for numerous applications. Refer to
the RadioLinx Application Connection Guide located on the RadioLinx Solutions
CD.

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