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EnGenius ECB1750 User Manual

EnGenius ECB1750 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Computer Settings (in Windows XP/Windows 7/Windows 8) ...................... 11 Computer Settings in Apple Mac OS X ..............................15 Hardware Installation....................................16 Configuring Your ECB1750 ............................. 20 Default Settings ......................................20 Web Configuration ....................................... 21 Building a Wireless Network ............................23 Access Point Mode .......................................
  • Page 3 Basic ........................................... 32 Spanning Tree Protocol ....................................33 Wireless ..........................................34 Wireless Setting ................................36 Wireless Network ......................................36 Wireless Security ......................................39 Guest Network Settings ....................................48 Fast Handover ........................................ 49 Fast Roaming ........................................50 Wireless MAC Filtering ....................................51 WDS Link Settings......................................

  • Page 4: Revision History

    Appendix A – FCC Interference Statement .......................... 74 Appendix B – CE Interference Statement ..........................75 1.1. Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity ..............................75 Revision History Version Date Notes 1.0.0 20141024 First Release...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    The ECB1750 supports IEEE 802.11b/g/n standards in the 2.4GHz frequency band while at the same time supporting IEEE 802.11ac/a/n standards in the less congested 5GHz frequency band ideal for streaming or transferring other large files.

  • Page 7: Features And Benefits

    Offers an additional layer of protection within the network by isolating specific client users. Power-over-Ethernet (IEEE802.3at) Allows installers to deploy the ECB1750 in locations via a PoE connection (Ethernet cable) where a power outlet may not be available. Save User Settings...

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Engenius EZ Controller Management Software-based EZ Controller Can Central Configure, Monitor APs. (Optional) 1.2 Package Contents The ECB1750 package contains the following items (Resellers and dealers require that all items must be in package to issue a refund): ECB1750 Access Point/Client Bridge/WDS ...

  • Page 9: System Requirements

    1.3 System Requirements The following are the Minimum System Requirements in order configure the device. Computer with an Ethernet interface or wireless network capability  Windows OS (XP, Vista, 7, 8), Mac OS X, or Linux-based operating systems  Web-Browsing Application (i.e.: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or other similar browser application) ...
  • Page 10 Frequently Changing Environments Setting up an access point, like the ECB1750, to provide access to a company network or its Internet connection is quick and easy which also makes it ideal for establishing network access in temporary venues like exhibits, special events, or show rooms.

  • Page 11: Before You Begin

    This section will guide you through the installation process. Placement of the EnGenius ECB1750 is essential to maximize the access point’s performance. Avoid placing the ECB1750 in an enclosed space such as a closet, cabinet, or stairwell. 2.1 Considerations for Wireless Installation Generally, the exact operating distance of a wireless device, like the ECB1750, cannot be pre-determined due to a number of unknown variables or obstacles in the environment in which the device will be deployed.

  • Page 12: Computer Settings (In Windows Xp/Windows 7/Windows 8)

    2.2 Computer Settings (in Windows XP/Windows 7/Windows 8) In order to use the ECB1750, you must first configure the TCP/IPv4 connection of your Windows OS computer system. Click Start button and open Control Panel.  Windows XP Windows 7...
  • Page 13  Move your mouse to the lower right hot corner to display the Charms Bar and select the Control Panel in Windows 8 Windows 8 In Windows XP, click Network Connections ...
  • Page 14 In Windows 7/Windows 8, click View Network Status and Tasks in the Network and Internet section, then select  Change adapter settings Right click on Local Area Connection and select Properties ...
  • Page 15 Select Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is  different from the ECB1750 and subnet mask then click OK. Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device.

  • Page 16: Computer Settings In Apple Mac Os X

    In Configure IPv4, select Manually  Enter an IP address that is different from the ECB1750 and subnet mask then press OK  Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device.

  • Page 17: Hardware Installation

    2. Connect one end of the Category 5e Ethernet cable into the RJ-45 port of the ECB1750 and the other end to the RJ-45 port of the computer. Ensure that the cable is securely connected to both the ECB1750 and the computer.
  • Page 18 This diagram depicts the hardware configuration.
  • Page 19 To attach ECB1750 on a wall using included mounting screw kit. 1. Drill the holes to input the mounting screws.(25mm x 8mm) 2. Use the included screws (18mm x 5.5mm) to attach on ECB1750 3. Lock ECB1750 on the mounting screws.
  • Page 20 C. Gigabit Ethernet Port 802.3at PoE Gigabit Ethernet port for RJ-45 cable. D. Reset Button One click for reset the device. Press over 10 seconds for reset to factory default. Kingston Security Slot To protect your ECB1750, attach on a cable lock.

  • Page 21: Configuring Your Ecb1750

    3 Configuring Your ECB1750 This section will show you how to configure the device using the web-based configuration interface. 3.1 Default Settings Please use your Ethernet port or wireless network adapter to connect the ECB1750. Default Settings IP Address 192.168.1.1...

  • Page 22: Web Configuration

    3.2 Web Configuration Open a web browser (Internet Explorer/Firefox/Safari) and enter the IP Address http://192.168.1.1  Note: If you have changed the default LAN IP Address of the Access Point, ensure you enter the correct IP Address. The default username and password are admin. Once you have entered the correct username and password, click the ...
  • Page 23 If successful, you will be logging in and see the ECB1750 User Menu. ...

  • Page 24: Building A Wireless Network

    IEEE 802.11ac/a/b/g/n networks. The stations and clients must be configured to use the same SSID (Service Set Identifier) and security password to associate with the ECB1750. The ECB1750 supports up to eight SSIDs at the same time for secure access.

  • Page 25: Client Bridge Mode

    If you use the client bridge operating mode, use the ECB1750 AP Detection feature to scan for Access Points within range. When you find an Access Point, configure the ECB1750 to use the same SSID and Security Password as the Access Point to...

  • Page 26: Wds Ap / Wds Station Mode

    4.3 WDS AP / WDS Station Mode The ECB1750 also supports WDS AP mode. This operating mode allows wireless connections to the ECB1750 using WDS technology. In this mode, configure the MAC addresses in both Access Points to enlarge the wireless area by enabling WDS Link settings.

  • Page 27: Wds Bridge Mode

    ECB1750 device. Use this mode when two wired LANs located a small distance apart want to communicate with each other. The best solution is to use the ECB1750 to wirelessly connect two wired LANs, as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 28: Overview

    Chapter 5 Overview 5 Overview The overview section contains the following options: Device Status Connections Realtime 5.1 Device Status Click the Device Status link under the Overview menu shows the current status of information about operating mode.

  • Page 29: Connections

    5.2 Connections ECB1750 automatically logs(record) event of possible interest in its internal memory. To view the logged information, click Connection under Overview menu, if there is not enough memory to log all events, older events are deleted from the log.

  • Page 30: Realtime

    5.3 Realtime The Realtime section contains the following options: CPU Load: 3 minutes CPU loading percentage information, it displays current loading, average loading and peak loading status. Left bar is loading percentage; button is time tracing. Interval is every 3 seconds.
  • Page 31 Realtime Traffic (kb/s): 2.4GHz and 5GHz and Ethernet port inbound and outbound traffic by current, average and peak time.
  • Page 32 Realtime Connection (Pkts): Overview on current active network connections. It displays UDP and TCP packets information and other connection status. UDP connections curve is in blue; TCP connection curve is in green; others curve is in red. Below of chart shows connections source and destination.

  • Page 33: Network

    Chapter 6 Network 6 Network 6.1 Basic This page allows you modify devices’ IP settings. ECB1750 supports IPv4 and IPv6. System Properties IP Address The IP address of this device. IP Subnet Mask The IP subnet mask of this device.

  • Page 34: Spanning Tree Protocol

    6.2 Spanning Tree Protocol Spanning Tree Protocol setting under the Network sidebar, this function prevents network loops in your LAN network. System Properties Spanning Tree Status Enable or disable the Spanning Tree function Hello Time Specify bridge Hello Time, in seconds. This value determines how often the device sends handshake packets to communicate information about the topology throughput the entire bridged local area network.

  • Page 35: Wireless

    6.3 Wireless The ECB1750 supports five operating modes: Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS AP, WDS Bridge, WDS Station. To access operation mode, click Wireless section under Network in the sidebar. You will see Wireless setting customizable options for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz. Under Wireless Setting you will see following items:...
  • Page 36 Click Save to confirm the changes. Note: When enable band steering function, both 2.4GHz and 5GHz SSID and security setting must be the same. Since ECB1750 is a dual band device, you can use operating modes which marked with concurrently ●...

  • Page 37: Wireless Setting

    Chapter 7 Wireless Setting 7 Wireless Setting 7.1 Wireless Network This page displays the current status of the Wireless settings of the ECB1750. Access Point / WDS AP mode: 2.4G/5G Wireless Network (Access Point / WDS AP mode) Wireless Mode Wireless mode supports 802.11b/g/n mixed mode in 2.4G and 802.11ac/a/n mixed mode in 5G.
  • Page 38 Channel / Frequency Select the channel and frequency appropriate. Auto Check this option to enable auto-channel selection. RTS/CTS Threshold Threshold packet size for RTC/CTS. A small number causes RTS/CTS packet to be sent more often and consumes more bandwidth. Client Limit Limit the total number of clients, maximum 127 clients per radio.
  • Page 39 2.4G/5G SSID Profile SSID Specify the SSID for the current profile. Suppressed SSID Check this option to hide the SSID from clients. If checked, the SSID will not appear in the site survey. Station Separation Click the appropriate radio button to allow or prevent communication between client devices. Wireless Security See the Wireless Security section.

  • Page 40: Wireless Security

    7.2 Wireless Security The Wireless Security section lets you configure the ECB1750's security modes: WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK Mixed, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, and WPA Mixed Enterprise. It is strongly recommend to use WPA2-PSK. Click Edit button under Wireless Setting next to the SSID to change the Security setting.
  • Page 41 HEX: Hexadecimal Numbers (For advanced users) Key Length Select the desired option and ensure the wireless clients use the same setting. Choices are 64, 128, 152-bit password lengths. Default Key Select the key you wish to be default. Transmitted data is ALWAYS encrypted using the Default Key;...
  • Page 42 WPA2-PSK Encryption: Only in Access Point / WDS AP mode WPA2-PSK Encryption Encryption Select the WPA encryption type you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Passphrase Wireless clients must use the same key to associate the device. If using ASCII format, the Key must be from 8 to 63 characters in length.
  • Page 43 WPA-PSK Mixed Encryption: Only in Access Point / WDS AP mode WPA-PSK Mixed Encryption Encryption Select the WPA encryption type you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Passphrase Wireless clients must use the same key to associate the device. If using ASCII format, the Key must be from 8 to 63 characters in length.
  • Page 44 WPA Enterprise Encryption: Only in Access Point / WDS AP mode WPA Enterprise Encryption Encryption Select the WPA encryption type you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Group Key Update Interval Specify how often, in seconds, the group key changed. Radius Server Enter the IP address of the Radius server.
  • Page 45 Radius Accounting Enable or disable accounting feature. Radius Accounting Server Enter the IP address of the Radius accounting server. Radius Accounting Port Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius accounting server. Radius Accounting Secret Enter the secret required to connect to the Radius accounting server. Interim Accounting Interval Specify how often, in seconds, the accounting data sends.
  • Page 46 WPA2 Enterprise Encryption Encryption Select the WPA encryption type you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Group Key Update Interval Specify how often, in seconds, the group key changed. Radius Server Enter the IP address of the Radius server. Radius Port Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius server.
  • Page 47 WPA Mixed Enterprise Encryption: Only in Access Point / WDS AP mode WPA Mixed Enterprise Encryption Encryption Select the WPA encryption type you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Group Key Update Interval Specify how often, in seconds, the group key changed. Radius Server Enter the IP address of the Radius server.
  • Page 48 Radius Accounting Server Enter the IP address of the Radius accounting server. Radius Accounting Port Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius accounting server. Radius Accounting Secret Enter the secret required to connect to the Radius accounting server. Interim Accounting Interval Specify how often, in seconds, the accounting data sends.

  • Page 49: Guest Network Settings

    7.3 Guest Network Settings Adding a guest network to allow visitors to use the internet without giving out your office or company wireless security. You can add a guest network to each wireless network in the 2.4GHz frequencies and 5GHz frequencies. Guest Network (Access Point / WDS AP) SSID Specified the SSID for the current profile.

  • Page 50: Fast Handover

    7.4 Fast Handover Enable the Fast Handover feature by ensuring that each client is served by at least one Access Point at any time. Access Points continuously monitor the connectivity quality of any client in their range and efficiently share this information with other Access Points in the vincinity of that client to coordinate which of them should serve the client best.

  • Page 51: Fast Roaming

    7.5 Fast Roaming Enable the function to serve mobile client devices that roam from access point to access point. Some applications roam on client devices require fast re-association when they roam to a different access point. Please enter the settings of the SSID and initialize the Security mode to WPA2 enterprise, as well as to set the RADIUS server firstly.

  • Page 52: Wireless Mac Filtering

    Wireless MAC Filtering is used to allow or deny network access to wireless clients (computers, tablet PCs, NAS, smartphones, etc.) according to their MAC addresses. You can manually add a MAC address to restrict the permission to access ECB1750. The default setting is Disable Wireless MAC Filter. Wireless MAC Filter (Access Point / WDS AP)

  • Page 53: Wds Link Settings

    7.7 WDS Link Settings WDS Bridge / WDS Station: Using WDS (Wireless Distribution System) will allow a network administrator or installer to connect to Access Points wirelessly. Doing so will extend the wired infrastructure to locations where cabling is not possible or inefficient to implement.
  • Page 54 Mode Select Disable or Enable from the drop-down list. Save Click Save to confirm the changes. Note: Compatibility between different brands and models of access points is not guaranteed. It is recommended that the WDS network be created using the same models for maximum compatibility. Note: All Access Points in the WDS network needs to use the same Channel and Security settings.

  • Page 55: Management

    8 Management 8.1 Administration This page allows you to change the ECB1750 username and password. By default, the username is admin and the password is: admin. The password can contain 0 to 12 alphanumeric characters and is case sensitive. Login Setting New Name Enter a new username for logging in to the New Name entry box.

  • Page 56: Management Vlan Settings

    Note: Only applicable in Access Point and WDS AP mode. Note: If you reconfigure the Management VLAN ID, you may lose your connection to the ECB1750. Verify that the DHCP server supports the reconfigured VLAN ID and then reconnect to the ECB1750 using the new IP address.

  • Page 57: Wireless Traffic Shaping

    8.3 Wireless Traffic Shaping Traffic shaping regulates the flow of packets leaving an interface to deliver improved Quality of Service. To edit Wireless Traffic Shaping, click Edit for the SSID you would like to configure under Wireless Setting. Wireless Traffic Shaping Enable Traffic Shaping Check this option to enable wireless traffic shaping.

  • Page 58: Snmp Settings

    8.4 SNMP Settings This page allows you to assign the Contact Details, Location, Community Name, and Trap Settings for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). This is a networking management protocol used to monitor network attached devices. SNMP allows messages (called protocol data units) to be sent to various parts of the network. Upon receiving these messages, SNMP compatible devices (called agents) return the data stored in their Management Information Bases.
  • Page 59 SNMP Status Enable or Disable SNMP feature. Contact Specify the contact details of the device Location Specify the location of the device. Community Name (Read Only) Specify the password for the SNMP community for read only access. Community Name Specify the password for the SNMP community with read/write access. (Read/Write) Trap Trap Destination Address...

  • Page 60: Backup/Restore

    Restore Saved Settings from A File section. If extreme problems occur, or if you have set up the ECB1750 incorrectly, you can use the Factory Default button in the Revert to Factory Default Settings section to restore all the configurations of the ECB1750 to the original default settings.
  • Page 61 User Settings Backup Setting Click Backup to backup the user settings you would like to the device’s memory for the user(WISP)’s default settings. Restore to User Default Click Restore to restore user settings to the user(WISP)’s default settings.

  • Page 62: Firmware Upgrade

    8.6 Firmware Upgrade This page allows you to upgrade the firmware of the ECB1750. To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1. Click the Browse button and navigate the OS File System to the location of the upgrade file. 2. Select the upgrade file. The name of the file will appear in the Upgrade File field.

  • Page 63: Time Settings

    8.7 Time Settings This page allows you to set the internal clock of the ECB1750. To access the Date and Time settings, click Time Zone under the Management tab in left side bar. Time Manually Set Date and Time Manually specify the date and time.
  • Page 64 Choose the Time Zone you would like to use from the drop-down list. Enable Daylight Saving Check the box to enable or disable daylight saving time for the ECB1750. Next, enter the dates that correspond to the present year’s daylight savings time.

  • Page 65: Wifi Scheduler

    Use the schedule function to control the wireless on/off or reboot ECB1750 on a routine basis. The Schedule function relies on the GMT time setting acquired from a network time protocol (NTP) server. For details on how to connect the ECB1750 to an NTP server, see Time Settings.
  • Page 66 SSID Selection Select SSID which has been set in Wireless Settings. Schedule Templates Select the ECB1750 wireless service schedule Always Available or 8-5 daily or 8-5 daily except weekend or you can custom the desired schedule. Save Click Save to save changes, and it will be applied after apply it in Changes on UI top right tab.

  • Page 67: Cli Setting

    8.9 CLI Setting Most users will configure the ECB1750 through the graphical user interface (GUI). However, for those who prefer an alternative method there is the command line interface (CLI). The CLI can be access through a command console, modem or Telnet connection.

  • Page 68: Systom Log

    8.10 Systom Log This page allows you to set up the System log and local log functions of the ECB1750. Click Log under the System Manager tab to open the System log page. Syslog Enable or disable the syslog function.

  • Page 69: Tools

    8.11 Tools This page allows you to analyze the connection quality of the ECB1750 and trace the routing table to a target in the network. Click Tools under Management section in left bar. Tools Target IP Enter the IP address you would like to search.
  • Page 70 Enter time period for the speed test. Check Interval Enter the interval for the speed test. Start Speed Test Click Start Speed Test to begin the speed test operation. IPv4 / IPv6 Port ECB1750 use IPv4 port 5001 and IPv6 port 5002 for the speed test.

  • Page 71: Device Discovery

    8.12 Device Discovery This page shows the EnGenius device(s) connected with ECB1750 same network. Click Tools under Management section in left bar. Device Discovery Device Name Displays the name of the devices connected to the network. Operation Mode Displays the operation mode of the devices connected to the network.

  • Page 72: Led Control

    8.13 LED Control This page allows you to control LED on/off for Power, LAN interface and 2.4G/5G WLAN interface. Click Tools under Management section in left bar.

  • Page 73: Logout

    8.14 Logout Click Logout on the top right bar.

  • Page 74: Reset

    8.15 Reset In some circumstances, it may be required to force the device to reboot. Click on Reboot the Device on the top right bar to reboot the ECB1750.
  • Page 75 Appendix A – FCC Interference Statement Federal Communication Commission 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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 76 Appendix B – CE Interference Statement 1.1. Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: EN60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment EN50385...
  • Page 77 This device is a 5GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where restrictive use applies. In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or for supplying public access to telecommunications and/or network services.
  • Page 78 Latviski Ar šo [name of manufacturer / izgatavotāja nosaukums] deklarē, ka [type of equipment / iekārtas tips] [Latvian] atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem. Lietuvių Šiuo [manufacturer name] deklaruoja, kad šis [equipment type] atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas [Lithuanian] 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.

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