Tellus A14 User Manual
Wireless LAN Access Point
User’s Manual
Version 1.1
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Statement of Conditions
The content described in this manual may be improved or changed at any time and it is
subject to be changed without notice.
Manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors contained herein or for direct, indirect,
special, incidental or consequential damages with the furnishing, performance, or use of
this manual or equipment supplied with it, even if manufacturer of its suppliers have been
advised of the possibility of such damages.
Electronic Emission Notices
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Ope ration is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device will accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement
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 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 need to
correct the interference at his area. If the equipment causes interference to radio or
television reception, try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following
measures:
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Plug the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or
radio.
Ÿ Change the direction of the television or radio antenna until the interference
disappears.
Ÿ Move the equipment to one side or the other of the television or radio.
Ÿ Move the equipment farther away from the television or radio.
To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This device and its antennas must operate with a separation distance of at least 20 cm
from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter. End users must be provided with sp ecific operating instructions for
satisfying RF exposure compliance.
This product has been certified in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, UK, and US.
Prohibition of co-location
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
Regulatory information / Disclaimers
Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the
instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes
or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not expressly
approved by manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by
unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution or attachment of connecting
cables and equipment other than manufacturer specified. It is the responsibility of the user
to correct any interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or
attachment. Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no
liability for any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failing to
comply with these guidelines.
Caution Statement of the FCC Radio Frequency Exposure
This Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C and
found compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091, 2.1093, and
15.247(b)(4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices. The radiation output
power of this Wireless LAN device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.
Nevertheless, this device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human
contact during normal operation —as a mobile or portable device but use in a body -worn
way is strictly prohibit. When using this device, a certain separation distance between
antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance.
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MPE Statement (Safety Information)
Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it sends out
Radio Frequency (RF) signal.
LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is warranted by manufacturer to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase unless otherwise stated.
During this period if this product is found to be defective in material or workmanship,
manufacturer or one of its authorized service facilities will at its option either repair or
replace this product without charge, subject to the following conditions, limitations and
exclusions:
1. This warranty extends to the original consumer purchaser only and is not
assignable or transferable.
2. This warranty shall not apply to any product which has been subjected to misuse,
abuse, abnormal use, negligence, alteration or accident, or has had its serial
number altered or removed.
3. This warranty does not apply to any defects or damage directly or indirectly
caused by or resulting from the use of unauthorized replacement parts and/or
service performed by unauthorized personnel.
4. This warranty does not apply to the software driver that accompanies this product.
This warranty is made expressly in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied,
including but not limited to any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a
particular purpose, and all other obligations on the part of Manufacturer provided,
however, that if the disclaimer of implied warranties is ineffective under applicable law,
the duration of any implied warranties arising by operation of law shall be limited to one
(1) year from the date of purchase or such longer period as may be required by applicable
law.
Manufacturer hereby disclaims any and all liabilities for consequential and incidental
damages arising out of or in connection with any breach of this warranty or any other
claim with respect to this product, including but not limited to claims of negligence, strict
liability in tort or breach of contract.
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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................5
1.1 Features....................................................................................................5
1.2 Applications .............................................................................................5
2. INSTALLATION............................................................................................7
2.1 Product Kit ...............................................................................................7
2.2 System Minimum Requirements................................................................7
2.3 AP’s location ............................................................................................7
2.4 Plug in Power ...........................................................................................7
2.5 Connect to a Network ................................................................................8
2.6 Connect to an ADSL modem..................................................................... 9
2.7 Install Utilities........................................................................................ 10
2.8 Install AP’s Driver .................................................................................. 11
3. CONFIGURATION ...................................................................................... 13
3.1 AP Utility...............................................................................................14
3.2 SNMP Manager ......................................................................................15
3.3 RSS Tool ................................................................................................ 15
3.4 Web Management ...................................................................................16
4. CONFIGURE AP AS BRIDGE - BLEND MODE (POINT TO MULTIPOINT
MODE AND POINT TO POINT SETTINGS) ...............................................18
4.1 Block Diagram .......................................................................................18
4.2 Configuration via SNMP manager...........................................................18
4.2.1 Open Access Point SNMP Manager window.............................. 18
4.2.2 Configuration procedure for bridge – blend mode .......................20
4.2.3 Wireless Repeater Mode............................................................ 26
4.3 Adjust the best angle of antenna .............................................................. 31
5. SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................33
6. GLOSSARY.................................................................................................35
7. DEFAULT SETTINGS .................................................................................37
8. WIRELESS LAN SYSTEM ..........................................................................41
8.1 802.11 Ad -Hoc Configuration ................................................................. 41
8.2 Infrastructure Configuration ....................................................................41
9. DISABLE IP FILTERING.............................................................................44
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1. INTRODUCTION
Wireless LAN is local area networking without wires, which uses radio frequencies to
transmit and receive data between PCs or other network devices. Wireless LAN is able to
configure independent networks and infrastructure networks. The former is suitable for
small or temporary peer-to-peer configurations, and the latter is offering fully distributed
data connectivity via micro cells and roaming.
The Wireless Access Point (AP) is designed to meet the mobility, performance, security,
interoperability, management, reliability requirements of IEEE 802.11b high data rate
standard and IEEE 802.3 Ethernet 10 Base-T standard. This installed AP can
communicate with other IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.3 compatible products to create a
wireless network in your office or home.
1.1 Features
• Compliant with IEEE 802.11b standard
• Automatic data rate fallback under noisy environment (11 / 5.5 / 2 / 1 Mbps)
• Supports full mobility and seamless roaming from cell to cell
• Local, remote and automatic configuration
• Easy client management with supplied utility software
• Desktop and wall/ceiling mount
• Operating range
- Open environment: Up to 300m
- Office environment: 30 ~ 100m
• Bridging function
• Support IEEE 802.11d International roaming
• Provide repeater function
• Wireless to wireless filtering
• Site Survey function
• Support IEEE 802.1x Port Based Network Access
• Provide web server function
1.2 Applications
• Home networking for device sharing - Remote access to corporate network
information email, file transfer and terminal emulation.
• Frequently changing environments - Retailers, manufacturers and banks that
frequently rearrange the workplace and change location.
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SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) users - SOHO users need easy and quick
installation of a small computer network functions.
• Inter-building connection - The wireless building-to-building network installs
quickly, requires no monthly lease fees, and provides the flexibility to
reconfigure easily.
• Typical applications include hard -to-wire buildings, campuses, hospitals/medical
offices, warehouse, security huts, exhibition centers, etc.
• Temporary LANs for special projects or occasions - Auditors require workgroups
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at customer sites. Trade shows, exhibitions, retailers, airline, and shipping
companies need additional workstations for the peak periods of data traffic.
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2. INSTALLATION
Please follow steps described in Section 2.1 through 2.8 to install your AP -- including
hardware, driver, and utilities.
2.1 Product Kit
Before starting installation, please make sure the Wireless Access Point (AP) package you
purchased includes the following four items:
1) Wireless Access Point with one antenna.
2) CD-ROM (containing Driver/Utility, and User’s Manual).
3) User’s Manual (hard copy).
4) Power adapter with power cord.
If anything from the above items is missing, please contact your vendor.
2.2 System Minimum Requiremen ts
Your system should meet the following minimum requirements to install the AP
successfully.
1) LAN with Ethernet network device such as hub or switch.
2) An A/C power outlet (100~240V, 50~60Hz) close to the location of AP (refer
to Section 2.3).
3) UTP Ethernet cable (category 3, 4, or 5) with RJ-45 connectors and enough
length from the location of AP to the hub.
2.3 AP’s location
Please choose a proper place for your AP. Normally, the best location to place the AP is at
the center of all your mobile stations within line of sight. The higher altitude is for the
AP’s location , the better performance it may have.
2.4 Plug in Power
Plug the power cord of power adapter into the socket marked with on the rear panel
of AP, and plug the power adapter into an A/C power outlet. When completed, the power
LED on the top panel should light up as shown in Table 1. Note that only use the power
adapter supplied with AP; otherwise, the AP may be damaged.
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Table 1. LED Indicators
LED Off On Flash
LAN
No power.
No network
connection.
Link to hub, but no
network traffic .
LAN traffic is detected. The
heavier the traffic, the faster
the LED flashes.
Nil. Nil. RSS is detected. The bigger
RSS
the RSS, the faster the LED
flashes.
No power. Power on Nil.
Power
Nil. Nil. Radio traffic is detected. The
WLAN
heavier the traffic, the faster
the LED flashes.
2.5 Connect to a Network
Plug one end of a RJ -45 UTP Ethernet cable into the socket marked with on the rear
panel of AP, then plug the other end of this Ethernet cable into a free socket of the hub’s
LAN ports. When completed, the LAN LED on the top panel should light up as shown in
Table 1.
Note that your wireless LAN is able to operate in some simple systems, i.e. only one AP
and a DHCP server available, by using the default settings (refer to Section 7) whenever
you have completed the above steps successfully . If in such case, your installation process
is completed and you can neglect the following steps. Otherwise, the following steps
should be resumed for complicated systems or for the case that you would like to change
the AP’s settings.
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2.6 Connect to an ADSL modem
Phone line
Notebook with
PSTN
ADSL splitter
Phone line
Phone
ADSL MODEM
（ATU-R）
Ethernet Cable
Wireless LAN Card,
Wireless USB Dongle
Direct Connection of AP to ADSL Modem
Please note the conditions for the connection of AP with ADSL modem:
If the AP is directly connected to the ADSL modem output, an Ethernet cable type
(crossover or straight -through) is dependent on ADSL modem.
If the AP is connected to the ADSL modem through a hub, it depends on what kinds of
ADSL services.
1) ADSL service with dynamic IP addresses: the AP is connected to one of the
hub’s LAN ports, standard RJ -45 cables are used to connect among AP, Hub,
and ADSL modem.
2) ADSL service with a fixed IP address: A Router or IP sharing device is
included so that the AP and other devices connected to the hub’s LAN ports
can share the same IP address for operations.
Disabling IP filtering function is needed for the AP configuration, the normal settings of
ADSL modem, Access Point, and WLAN NIC can then be followed for installations.
See section 9 that shows how to disable the IP filtering of AP.
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2.7 Install Utilities
Before installing the utilities into your PC, you have to ensure that your PC is running
under Win dows 98, Me, NT, 2000, or XP operating system and has minimum 5 Mbytes
free disk space.
Please follow the steps below to install three utilities, AP Utility, SNMP Manager and
RSSTool . The first is used for the local configuration, the second is the remote
configuration, and the last is the RSS test tool. The first two utilities perform the same
functions except the password options and physical connections.
1) Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
2) Run \Utilities\setup.exe in the CD-ROM.
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3) Follow the prompted instructions to finish the installation.
4) Restart your PC when prompted.
2.8 Install AP ’s Driver
You may skip the AP’s driver installation on the conditions that:
1) Your PC cannot connect to AP through an USB cable.
2) Your PC is running Windows 95 or NT where USB connection is not
supported.
3) The local configuration is needed.
Please follow the steps below to install the AP ’s driver.
1) Plug an USB cable into socket marked with on the rear panel of AP, and
plug the other end of the USB cable into USB port (type A) of the PC.
2) When plugged, your PC should detect the inserted AP automatically and
display New Hardware Found on the display box.
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3) Put the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.
4) The driver installation procedure will guide you through the standard steps
from your operating system.
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5) Restart your PC when prompted.
3. CONFIGURATION
After you have completed the Installation process of Section 2 successfully, please follow
this section to configure the settings of AP in order to fit in your environment. There are
three utilities available, AP Utility、 SNMP Manager and RSSTool. The first is used for
local configuration, the second is used for remote configuration, and the last is the RSS
test tool. They are described in Sections 3.1 、3.2 and 3.3 respectively. You can also
configure the settings of AP by Web Management, it is described in Sections 3.3.
The following notations for configurations will be used in this manual.
The window names will be printed in italic fonts.
The items that need actions or inputs within the window will be printed in bold fonts.
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3.1 AP Utility
Before running AP Utility, you have to make sure that:
1) Your PC is connected to the AP properly through an USB cable.
2) Your PC is running under Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP.
3) AP Utility has been installed (refer to Section 2.7).
4) The AP’s driver has been installed (refer to Section 2.8).
5) The AP is turned on.
Run the AP Utility from Start, Program, Access Point Utilities, and AP Utility. A window
AP Utility Application will be displayed. Three buttons allow you to do the following
functions.
1) Configuration: Configure the settings of the AP.
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