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FX-DS540-AP
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  • Page 1 LAN-HELPER WirelessLAN(5GHz) FLEXLAN-DS540 Series AccessPoint FX-DS540-AP FX-DS540-APP User’s Manual CONTEC CO.,LTD.
  • Page 2 Check Your Package Thank you for purchasing the CONTEC product. The items making up the FX-DS540-AP and FX-DS540-APP packages are different. The product consists of the items listed below. Check, with the following list, that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items, contact your retailer.
  • Page 3 Product Configuration List <FX-DS540-APP> - Main unit (FX-DS540-APP), CF card (Used to start up the system. Already plugged)…1 - Antenna (The dipole antennas that attach to the FX-DS540-APP)…2 - Antenna connector cover (Cover for the connector of the antenna)…2 - Spacer (Used when the main unit is installed, for example, on a wall)…4 - Installation diagram (Used when the main unit is installed)…1...

  • Page 4: Copyright

    No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO., LTD. CONTEC CO., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep current the information contained in this document. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Outline of the FLEXLAN-DS540 series .................... 3 Features of the FLEXLAN-DS540 series..................3 Introduction to the FLEXLAN DS540 Series ................5 Customer Support ..........................7 Web Site http://www.contec.co.jp/en/..................7 Limited One-Year Warranty....................... 7 How to Obtain Service........................7 Liability............................... 7 Safety Precautions..........................
  • Page 6 Connect to Console Program ..................... 49 Terminal Keyboard Operation....................52 Explanation of Top Menu and IP Settings ................53 SOFTWARE SETUP Setting Method..........................55 Password Input........................... 55 Selecting the wireless link mode ....................55 Setting Method........................... 55 Exiting Setup..........................55 FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 7 Performing an Upgrade Using FTP ................... 73 Performing an Update Using a Web Browser ................74 TROUBLESHOOTING When Communication Fails ...................... 75 When You Cannot Perform Setup Using a Browser ..............76 When the AP Will Not Start ...................... 76 FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 8 FX-DS540-AP/APP ........................81 During Normal Operation......................82 Others............................83 Input/Output Interface ........................84 Pin Assignment for UTP Port ....................84 COM Port........................... 84 Replacing the Battery ........................ 86 Comparison to FLEXLAN DS110 series terminology ..............86 Glossary ............................87 FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 9 FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 10: Before Using The Product

    UTP cable power separator unit POW-SP20 and the power supply unit POW-CB20 or POW-CBM44. The FX-DS540-APP can be powered via a network cable when using the power supply unit POW-CB20 or POW-CBM4. It can also be powered from a wall outlet (100 VAC) through the AC adapter.
  • Page 11 Firmware storage CF card (32 MB) bundled, allowing log and configuration information to be saved to and restored from and firmware to be updated collectively. *1 IP tunneling will be supported in the near future. The latest versions of software including firmware can be downloaded from the CONTEC’s web site (http://www.contec.co.jp/eu/) FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 12: Outline Of The Flexlan-Ds540 Series

    IP tunneling function *1 Even when a wireless terminal with a fixed IP address assigned moves to (roam) a segment different in IP beyond the router, you can continue communication without making changes to settings. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 13 Two wired LANs can be interconnected between an access point and a station. *1 IP tunneling will be supported in the near future. The latest versions of software including firmware can be downloaded from the CONTEC’s web site (http://www.contec.co.jp/eu/) FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 14: Introduction To The Flexlan Ds540 Series

    DS540-PCC/PCC2 is available as a PC Card (CardBus) type. FX-DS540-PCC/ FX-DS540-PCC2 Figure 1.1 User unit Access point (FX-DS540-AP/APP) The access point is used to manage the wireless network, relay messages, and serve as the bridge to a wired LAN. FX-DS540-APP FX-DS540-AP Figure 1.2 Access point FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 15 DS110-CFC in the FLEXLAN DS110 (2.4 GHz band wireless LAN) series into the CF2 slot on the FX-DS540-AP/APP. FX-DS110-CFC Figure 1.3 FX-DS110-CFC CompactFlash Card (Bundled) This medium is used to store the firmware for the access point and its configuration information. Figure 1.4 CompactFlash Card FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 16: Customer Support

    You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in several languages. Note! For product information Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price, delivery time, or estimate information. Limited One-Year Warranty CONTEC Interface boards are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD.

  • Page 17: Safety Precautions

    Precautions Related to Service Clean the FX-DS540-AP/APP by wiping lightly with a soft cloth moistened with water or a cleaning solution. Take care to avoid the use of benzene, thinners or other volatile solutions which may cause deformation or discoloration. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 18: Handling Precautions

    Do not attempt to modify this device. The manufacturer will bear no responsibility whatsoever for the device if it has been modified. Regardless of the foregoing statements, CONTEC is not liable for any damages whatsoever (including damages for loss of business profits) arising out of the use or inability to use this CONTEC product or the information contained herein.

  • Page 19: Environment

    When storing this product, keep it in its original packing form. (1) Wrap it in the packing material, then put it in the box. (2) Store the package at room temperature at a place free from direct sunlight, moisture, shock, vibration, magnetism, and static electricity. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 20: Functions And Wireless Link Mode

    LIN K/ACT WTX/WRX FDX/CO L MGMT 1 0 /1 00M PO W W LIN K L INK / A CT WT X/WRX F DX/COL AP : Unit type AP(FX-DS540-AP/APP) UU : User unit(FX-DS540-PCC/PCC2) Figure 2.1 Roaming Function 1 FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 21 CAUTION The roaming function is available only to the user unit in its wireless link mode of either “Standard Infrastructure mode” or “Compatible Infrastructure mode”. For the wireless link modes, see “Wireless Link Mode Description in this chapter. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 22: Ip Tunneling Function (To Be Supported In The Near Future)

    PC1, also in network group A, despite UU1 being connected to the LAN via AP2 which belongs to network group B. The IP tunneling function will be supported in the near future by updating the firmware (at no charge). The latest firmware is available at the CONTEC’s web site (http://www.contec.co.jp/en). Router Router...

  • Page 23: Mac Address Filtering

    Network A Registered MAC addresses MGM T 1 0/10 0M WLI NK LIN K/ACT O FF W TX / W R X FDX/CO L AP : Unit type AP(FX-DS540-AP/APP) UU : User unit(FX-DS540-PCC/PCC2) Figure 2.4 MAC address filtering FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 24: Bridge Packet Control

    When the bridge packet control list for AP1 and AP2 contains no entry in the above example, UU2 and UU3 can communicate with each other via AP1 and AP2 while UU1 and UU2 cannot. Bridge packet control is suitable for a wireless LAN constructed in a public space. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 25: Wireless Link Mode Descriptions

    (2) If the IP tunneling function is used, communication can continue via different routers without needing to change IP address. (3) Allows log-in restrictions on unit type AP's (security function). (4) Capable of improving security based on WSL (Wireless Security Link) FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 26: Compatible Infrastructure Mode

    2 Functions and Wireless Link Mode Compatible Infrastructure Mode This mode allows the FX-DS540-AP/APP to be networked with other manufacturers’ Wi-Fi certified wireless terminals other than the CONTEC’s FLEXLAN series. Communications between the wireless terminals are always made via the APs. CAUTION The Compatible Infrastructure mode does not guarantee interconnection with Wi-Fi compliant products of other manufacturers.

  • Page 27: Advanced Infrastructure Mode

    Figure 2.8 Advanced Infrastructure Mode The terminal set to the Standard Infrastructure mode can use the FX-DS540-AP/APP’s unique features. The terminal set to the Compatible Infrastructure mode serves as a simple bridge and thus cannot use the FX-DS540-AP/APP’s unique features. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 28: Wireless Link Mode And Communications

    See Chapter 5 for details of the setup procedure. Table 2.1 Wireless Link Mode and Communications Terminal able to communicate Wireless Link Mode UU ⇔ UU AP ⇔ UU AP ⇔ ST Compatible Adhoc Standard Infrastructure × Compatible Infrastructure × × Advanced Infrastructure × FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 29: Comparison Of Main Functions

    This function enables remote management by software that supports SNMP. Available in all modes. Log collection function This function lists the wireless terminals logged in to the AP and collects times and other event information. See Chapter 6 for details. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 30 IEEE802.1x(EAP-TLS) This function performs authentication using digital certificates. After authentication, the AP dynamically broadcasts the WEP key. The function of IEEE 802.1X cannot be used when the unit type of the AP is “station”. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 31 2 Functions and Wireless Link Mode FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 32: Setup

    Component Locations Power cable *1 LED Indicator DIP Switches LED Indicator Compact Flash 2 slot (CF2) *1:No power cable is bundled with the FX-DS540-APP. Figure 3.1 FX-DS540-AP/APP (Front) Antenna COM Port Compact Flash 1 LED Indicator UTP Port Power supply jack...
  • Page 33 Flashing Indicates that the CF2 slot is being accessed. CF card plugged Flashing Indicates an error occurring. twice. Indicates that a user unit (2.4 GHz) has been logged Wireless card plugged Indicates that no user unit (2.4 GHz) has been logged FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 34 5 INIT Turning this DIP switch off before (about 3 seconds) staying illuminated from being blinking resets all the AP’s settings to their factory defaults the next time the AP is started. 6 Reserved 7 Reserved 8 Reserved FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 35 CAUTION Use either the AC power supply or DC power supply on the FX-DS540-AP/APP. Using both power supplies at the same time may damage the AP. Only the DC power supply can be used for the FX-DS540-APP. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 36: Checking The Network Addresses

    Fasten the antenna to the main unit by turning the antenna nut clockwise. Do not force the antenna itself to turn over the fastening point of the connecting part. Doing so can cause a fault. Figure 3.3 Antenna FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 37: Attaching The Fx-Ds110-Cfc (Option)

    (2) Unplug the FX-DS110-CFC from the CF2 slot. (3) Turn on the power supply to the AP. FX-DS540-AP/APP Front FX-DS540-AP/APP Back 10/100 MGMT 10/100M WLINK LINK/ACT WTX/WRX FDX/COL To CF2 To CF1 The firmware storage CF card (Bundled) FX-DS110-CFC Figure 3.4 Attaching the FX-DS110-CFC (option) FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 38: Setup

    Do not obstruct the ventilation slits. This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and can damage the components inside. WARNING Side The FX-DS540-AP/APP must be installed with the top or side surface face up. If installed with any other surface face up, the AP can be overheated inside to catch fire. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 39: Wall Installation

    Do not obstruct the ventilation slits. This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and can damage the components inside. WARNING Side The FX-DS540-AP/APP must be installed with the top or side surface face up. If installed with any other surface face up, the AP can be overheated inside to catch fire. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 40: Attaching Using A Magnet

    Next, slide the magnet in the direction of arrow 2 to hold the unit in place. Figure 3.7 Attaching Magnets To remove, slide the magnet in the direction of arrow 1 in Figure 3.8. , then lift in the direction of arrow 2. Figure 3.8 Removing Magnets FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 41 Figure 3.9 Mounting on Steel Desks WARNING Side The FX-DS540-AP/APP must be installed with the top or side surface face up. If installed with any other surface face up, the AP can be overheated inside to catch fire. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 42: Cable Installation

    (2) Connect the other end of the UTP cable to the UTP port on the FX-DS540-AP/APP. FX-DS540-AP/APP 10/100 10BASE-T HUB 100BASE-TX HUB 8X 7X 6X 5X 4X 3X 2X 1X UTP cable (Straight) Figure 3.10 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Connection FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 43: Power Supply Cable Connection

    Using the attached clamp and cable tie prevents the DC jack from coming off when the DC cable is loaded. Stick the clamp onto the FX-DS540-APP main unit. Plug the DC jack of the AC adapter into the connector on the main unit, then fasten the DC cable to the clamp using the cable tie.

  • Page 44: Supplying Power Through The Utp Cable

    The FX-DS540-AP can be powered by using the power supply separator unit (POW-SP20) and power supply unit (POW-CB20 or POW-CBM4). As the FX-DS540-APP contains a power supply separator unit (equivalent to the POW-SB20), it can be powered directly from the power supply unit (POW-CB20 or POW-CBM4).

  • Page 45: Ground The Fx-Ds540-Ap/App

    Remove the rubber plug from the ground terminal on the main unit and connect a ground wire to the terminal using the bundled external-toothed screw. FX-DS540-AP 1.Remove the rubbing plug. 2.Fasten the ground wire using the external-toothed screw. Figure 3.14 Ground the FX-D540-AP FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 46: Installation In A Network

    On the other hand, the wireless network has the following drawbacks from the operational point of view due to the nature of radio waves: Signal attenuation Signal interference Also, although this unit does not require a radio license, it is subject to radio regulations. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 47: Operating Environment And Radio Waves

    Rarely, however, the date rate is reduced and, in the worst case, communication is disabled temporarily. In such cases, change the location of this product and the channel used for communication. This may solve the problem. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 48: Constructing A Network

    (9) Floors often contain steel beams or metal firewalls and therefore communication between floors is often not possible. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 49 WT X / W R X FD X / C O L MGMT 1 0/ 10 0M C F2 P O W W LI NK LINK /ACT O FF WT X/WRX FDX/CO L FX-DS540-AP/APP Figure 3.15 Use example FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 50 3F file server while roaming on the 1st floor away from the 3rd floor router. To keep the various APs separated, the APs on different floors are installed on opposite sides of the building so that they are not directly above or below each other. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 51 3 Setup FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 52: Setup Preparation

    This setup assumes that the IP address of the AP and that of the PC used for setup belong to the same network group. Browser,Telenet Terminal M G MT 1 0/1 00M WLIN K L I NK/AC T W TX/WRX F D X/COL Figure 4.1 Setup image FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 53: Setup Using A Web Browser

    IP address. See “Explanation of Top Menu and IP Settings” in this chapter for details of how to set the IP address using a terminal. Supported web browsers (recommended) Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or higher Netscape Navigator 6 or higher Figure 4.2 Example Browser Setting Screen FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 54: Connecting To The Web Browser Pc

    (2) After starting the web browser, enter the IP address of the AP in the URL field. For example, if the IP address of the AP is [10.66.1.1], enter the following: http://10.66.1.1 / Refer to Chapter 5 below as you perform software setup. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 55: Setup Using A Terminal

    To setup the AP, connect a terminal or a PC running terminal software (such as the HyperTerminal provided with Windows 98). Date: xxxx-xx-xx Time: xx:xx:xx [TOP] 1. Exit 2. ConFigure 3. Write Configuration 4. Reboot 5. Updata System Parameters 6. Download 7. Upload 8. Default 9. Status => Figure 4.3 Example Terminal Setup Screen FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 56: Setup Using Telnet

    AP’s IP address as 10.168.132.15. C:\>telnet 10.168.132.15 -------- (1) The TELNET terminal will be invoked, allowing you to set up the AP. For details about setup, see step (7) in the “Connect to Console Program” section below. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 57: Connecting The Terminal

    If using a PC, connect to an unused COM port. See Chapter 8 for the wiring diagram. CAUTION If the RS-232C cable does not match the socket on your terminal or PC, purchase a conversion connector separately. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 58: Connect To Console Program

    Use the following procedure to connect to the console program. The examples below use the HyperTerminal program provided with Windows 98. (1) Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Accessories] - [Communications] - [HyperTerminal]. Figure 4.5 Selection of HyperTerminal (2) Double click on [Hyperterm.exe]. Figure 4.6 HyperTerm.exe FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 59 Figure 4.7 Selection of an Icon (4) Select [Connection Type] and click [OK]. Select the COM port to which you connected the RS-232C cable. (5) Set the [Port Settings] to the values shown below, then click [OK]. Figure 4.8 Port Settings FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 60 6. Download 7. Upload 8. Default 9. Status => Figure 4.10 TOP Menu CAUTION The console program uses the “Shift-JIS” character set for Kanji codes. If characters do not display correctly, check the Kanji code setting for the terminal. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 61: Terminal Keyboard Operation

    Return to parent menu Jump to the specified category Change to Japanese mode(SHIFT-JIS) Change to English mode Save configuration BYE or OFF Exit H or ? Display a list of commands (Help screen) => Figure 4.11 Help Screen FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 62: Explanation Of Top Menu And Ip Settings

    (3) Select [3. Sub-Net Mask] and enter the sub-net mask for the IP address set in step 2. (4) Select [1. Default Gateway] and enter the IP address of the default gateway. You do not need to enter an IP address if there is no default gateway. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 63 [3. Writing] to save the settings, then enter [BYE] or return to the top menu and select [1. Exit] to disconnect the terminal. This completes network setup. You can now use a web browser for setup and perform network management using SNMP. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 64: Software Setup

    To make settings over again, click on the [Set it again] button. Clicking the [Reboot after Update]button automatically restarts the AP. Quit the WWW browser. To save the changes you made now without restarting the AP and applying the new settings, click the [Update Only] button. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 65: Ap Status Display

    The browser displays wireless interface information, wireless packet statistical information, and RSSI values. MAC address table The browser displays information on the user units and stations that have been logged in to the AP. Log information The browser displays log information recorded in the AP. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 66: Setup Item List

    IP address of master AP IP address of backup AP ESSID Channel number Speed Function Default send key WEP Key 1 - 4 Transmission output MAC address filtering Broadcast transmission rate Broadcast transmission retry count ANY ID reject ESSID security FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 67 Start time function setting Beginning date Log in Log Out Detailed setting Log in refusal Roaming *1 : When connecting a station to the AP in the Advanced Infrastructure mode, set the station to the Standard Infrastructure mode. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 68: Settings

    Full Duplex”, or “10M half Duplex”. The factory default setting is “Auto”. Link down sense Enabling “link down sense” stops the wireless capabilities when the wired link of the access point is disconnected. The factory default setting is “disable”. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 69: Wireless Lan(5Ghz / 2.4Ghz)

    The name of the wireless LAN to which the AP belongs. Changing the ESSID causes the AP to be disconnected from the network. Enter a name up to 32 alphanumeric characters. The name is case sensitive. The factory default setting is “LocalGroup”. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 70 WSL has been enabled. Note, also, that terminals different in WSL key cannot communicate with other. Transmission output For wireless LAN in the 5 GHz band, you can decrease the transmission output to “50%” or “25%” by software setting. To decrease the output, select either. The factory default is “MAX”. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 71: Ieee802.1X

    You can register an arbitrary WEP key here as the WEP key dynamically broadcast by the AP will be used. Up to four RADIUS servers can be registered. When a RADIUS server is not registered, set its IP address to 0.0.0.0. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 72: Extensions

    Before you can enable this function, you have to set the IP address and time zone of a network time server on the network. (Example: For use in Japan, enter “+09:00” (meaning UTC + 9 hours) as the Japan standard time is nine hours ahead of Universal Time Coordinated (UTC).) FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 73: Snmp

    Enter contact information about the AP administrator. An example is the name and telephone number of the network administrator. The string can be up to 32 characters long when all the characters are single-byte alphanumeric characters or up to 16 characters long (within 32 bytes) when they are all double-byte Japanese characters. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 74: Terminal

    If disabled, log collection halts when the maximum number of entries is reached. The factory default setting is “Enable Log Overwriting”. Start time setting This specifies whether or not to set a logging start time. If enabled, set the time at which to start logging. The factory default setting is “Disabled”. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 75 Indicates that firmware has been reprogrammed. (Example: Update from Write Firmware Ver1.15 to Ver1.20) Write Config Indicates that the Config file has been edited. Manual Reset Indicates that the AP has been restarted by the terminal or browser. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 76: Ap Maintenance

    10/100 MGMT 10/100M WLINK LINK/ACT WTX/WRX FDX/COL To CF2 To CF1 Plugged into CF1. Plugged into CF2. CompactFlash Card Figure 6.1 How to Use CF card CAUTION Do not format the CF card. The AP may stop working. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 77: Log File Collection

    The following example shows how to get the log file using the FTP command coming standard with Windows. Invoke the MS-DOS prompt or command prompt and follow the procedure below to get the log file.The example assumes the IP address as 10.168.132.15. C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15 ----------- (1) ftp>get logfile ----------- (2) ftp>bye ----------- (3) FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 78: Saving The Settings File

    (3) Plug the CF card back to the AP. CAUTION Do not plug or unplug the CF card with the AP power supply on. The CF card adapter is required for the PC to read from or write to the CF card. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 79: Using Ftp To Backup The Settings File

    Windows. Invoke the MS-DOS prompt or command prompt and follow the procedure below to get the settings file. The example assumes the IP address as 10.168.132.15. C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15 ------------ (1) ftp>get config ------------ (2) ftp>get macflist ftp>get logflist ftp>get brgflist ------------ (3) ftp>bye FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 80: Restoring The Software Settings

    Invoke the MS-DOS prompt or command prompt and follow the procedure below to restore AP settings. The example assumes the IP address as 10.168.132.15. C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15 ------------ (1) ftp>put config ------------ (2) ftp>quote crst ------------ (3) ftp>bye ------------ (4) FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 81 CONFIG. If both of the functions are in use, the above example is replaced by the following: C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15 ------------ (1) ftp>put config ------------ (2) ftp>put macflist ftp>put logflist ftp>put brgflist ------------ (3) ftp>quote crst ------------ (4) ftp>bye FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 82: Upgrading The Firmware

    The AP firmware may be upgraded to resolve any bugs found in the software or to add new functions. Contact CONTEC via our web site for details of the latest firmware. The firmware is stored the CF card with the following file name.

  • Page 83: Performing An Update Using A Web Browser

    (2) Open the “Maintenance” page, click the [Browse…] button under “Upgrade Firmware”, then select the desired firmware. (3) Click the [Update] button under “Upgrade Firmware” to transfer the firmware. (4) Upon completion of transfer of the firmware, the screen changes with the AP restarted. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    To use the AP in an infrastructure mode, use the user unit in the infrastructure mode as well. Check whether communication is restricted by security functions. Check whether the data encryption setting is the same as that of the recipient. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 85: When You Cannot Perform Setup Using A Browser

    APL firmware failure. In this case, you will need to perform a forcible firmware upgrade. Check whether the firmware has been programmed correctly in the CF card. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 86: Appendix

    Factory Default Settings List Hardware Setup FX-DS540-AP/APP switch1 : OFF switch 2 : OFF switch 3 : OFF switch 4 : OFF switch 5 : OFF switch 6 : OFF switch 7 : OFF switch 8 : OFF FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 87: Product Specifications

    Access method CSMA/CA + ACK(RTS/CTS) 5 GHz wireless Transmission IEEE 802.11a frame LAN section packet Wireless ISM Baud (5.150 - 5.250GHz) category Aerial power 10mW/MHz or less Security WEP(64/128/152Bit) / WSL(Wireless Security Link) (Correspondence schedule : MAC Filtering, IEEE802.1x) FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 88 Antenna shape Dipole, Diver city antenna CompactFlash Slot Back(CF TYPE I) / Front (CF + TYPE II) External Dimensions (mm) 255(W) x 165(D) x 37(H) Weight 0.7kg Power cable length 1.75m None AC adoptor cable length None 1.5m FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 89: Software Specifications

    17ms or less (100VAC@25 ° C) An automatic reset is performed when low voltage is detected. Table 8.4 AC Adapter Environmental Conditions (Environmental Specs) Specification FX-DS540-APP’s accessory AC supply voltage 100 - 240VAC 0.3A(Max.) AC supply frequency 47 - 63Hz DC supply voltage 5VDC ±...

  • Page 90: Leds

    8 Appendix LEDs FX-DS540-AP/APP Front Back LINK TX/RX WLINK WTX/RX Figure 8.1 Front/back (FX-DS540-AP) Front Back LINK TX/RX WLINK WTX/RX Figure 8.2 Front/back (FX-DS540-APP) FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 91: During Normal Operation

    Flashing Indicates that the CF2 slot is being accessed. CF card plugged Blinking Indicates an error occurring. twice Indicates that a user unit (2.4 GHz) has been logged Wireless card plugged Indicates that no user unit (2.4 GHz) has been logged FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 92: Others

    Flashing WLINK simulta Writing firmware is in progress neously WTX/WRX Table 8.7 Error Display The POWER LED blinks twice. Name Status Indicator WLINK Flashing Wired LAN error WTX/WRX Flashing Wireless LAN error Flashing CF1 error Flashing CF2 error FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 93: Input/Output Interface

    Input/Output Interface Pin Assignment for UTP Port Table 8.8 UTP Port Pin Assignments Pin.No Signal TD + TD - RD + Not used Not used RD - Not used Not used COM Port Table 8.9 COM Port Pin.No Signal FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 94 - For terminal connection (Cross cable) Figure 8.3 Cross Cable - For modem connection (Straight cable) Figure 8.4 Straight Cable CAUTION If the opposing connector is a D-SUB 25-pin, purchase a cable separately (making sure it has the correct plug gender). FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 95: Replacing The Battery

    Standard Mode Compatible Infrastructure if-comp Interconnection Mode Integrated mode, Standard Mode + Interconnection Mode, Advanced Infrastructure if-adv Interconnection Mode Plus Simple Adhoc ad-simp Simple Mode, Adhoc Compatible Adhoc ad-comp Compatible Adhoc Wireless Security Link WEP, Standard Mode FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...

  • Page 96: Glossary

    It can be used to connect networks having different protocols, or when data for broadcast to all computers is received, can send this to all connected networks. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 97 This term has the same meaning as roaming for a portable phone or PHS. The AP is in the role commonly called the 'antenna/base station' for the phone or PHS, and the user unit is in the role of the phone itself. FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 98 FX-DS540-PCC is stipulated by IEEE 802.11a to be divided into a total of four channels, namely 34, 38, 42, and 46. Radio transceivers different in channel cannot communicate with each other even when they belong to the same network. . Network Channel 38 Channel 34 FX-DS540-AP, FX-DS540-APP...
  • Page 99 3-9-31, Himesato, Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka 555-0025, Japan Japanese http://www.contec.co.jp/ English http://www.contec.com/ Chinese http://www.contec.com.cn/ No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO., LTD. [11212005] [06182003] Management No. A-46-682 [11212005_rev2] Parts No. LYBY111...

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