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11N Wireless Gigabit
Multi-Function Client Bridge
ECB9500
User's Manual
Version: 2.0
4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299

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  • Page 1 11N Wireless Gigabit Multi-Function Client Bridge ECB9500 User’s Manual Version: 2.0 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ......................43 IRELESS ECURITY 3.2.4.5.4.1 S ........................43 ECURITY ISABLED 3.2.4.5.4.2 WEP (W ) ..................43 IRED QUIVALENT RIVACY 3.2.4.5.4.3 WPA (W ) / P ...............45 ROTECTED CCESS SHARED 3.2.4.5.5 ............................46 ILTER 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 3 UMMARY ..........................58 ADIO PECIFICATIONS ..........................59 OFTWARE EATURES .............................59 ANAGEMENT & P ...........................60 NVIRONMENT HYSICAL APPENDIX B – FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT.................61 APPENDIX C – IC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ................62 INDEX ................................63 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 4: Revision History

    Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 2.0 Revision History Version Date Notes December 12, 2008 Initial Version Sep. 2009 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Point-to-point, Point-to- Let users transfer data between two buildings or multipoint Wireless multiple buildings Connectivity WDS (Wireless Distributed Make wireless AP and Bridge mode System) simultaneously as a wireless repeater 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 6: Package Contents

    Do not discard the packing materials, in case of return; the unit must be shipped in its original package. One Wireless N Multi-function Client Bridge One 12V/1A 100V~240V Power Adapter Three 2dBi 2.4GHz Dipole Antennas One CD-ROM with User’s Manual One Quick Guide 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 7: Safety Guidelines

    Frequently changed environments Show rooms, meeting rooms, retail stores, and manufacturing sites where frequently rearrange the workplace. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 8: Network Configuration

    AP. It doesn’t matter if the AP is stand-alone or wired to an Ethernet network. If used in stand- 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 9: Understanding The Hardware

    1. In the control panel, double click Network Connections and then double click on the connection of your Network Interface Card (NIC). You will then see the following screen. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 10: Web Configuration

    Wireless: This menu includes status, basic, advanced, security, WPS, Client list, VLAN, and WMM. Through this section, you can also change the device operating mode, such as Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS Bridge, or Universal Repeater. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 11: System

    Click on the System link on the navigation drop-down menu. You will then see five options: Operation Mode, Status, Schedule, Event Log, and Monitor. Each option is described in detail below. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 12: Status

    For example, if you want enable power saving on Mon-Fri from 3pm to 8pm, you could create a schedule selecting Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri and enter a Start Time of 3pm and End Time of 8pm. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 13: Event Log

    Click on the Event Log link on the navigation menu. The device automatically records important events in its internal memory. Order records will be over-written by the latest ones when it is out of internal memory. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 14: Monitor

    (LAN & WAN) and wireless interface. You may change the auto-refresh time by selecting the number of seconds from the drop-down list. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 15 Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 2.0 Click to view the history records. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 16: Switching Between Operating Modes

    A dialog box will appear to notify you that the system will restart in order for the change to take effect. Click on the OK button to continue. Please wait while the device counts down and restarts into the new operating mode. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 17 Each of the operating modes is described in detail in this chapter. Refer to the following sections for each operating mode: 3.2.4.2 Access Point Operating Mode 3.2.4.3 Client Bridge Operating Mode 3.2.4.4 WDS Bridge Operating Mode 3.2.4.5 Repeater Operating Mode 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 18: Access Point Operating Mode

    3.2.4.2.2 Basic Click on the Basic link under the Wireless drop-down menu. This page will display the current wireless settings such as SSID, Channel, Security and BSSID (MAC address). 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 19 Choose the clearest channel to help optimize the performance and coverage of your wireless network. Click on the Apply button to save the changes. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 20: Advanced

    This is also known as auto-fallback. N Data Rate: You may select a data rate for 802.11n from the drop-down list, however, it is recommended to select auto. This is also known as auto-fallback. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 21: Wireless Security Mode

    WMM: Choose to Enable or Disable WMM. This is the Quality of Service (QoS) feature for prioritizing voice and video applications. This option can be further configured in WMM under the Wireless drop-down menu. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 22: Wep (Wired Equivalent Privacy)

    The ASCII string is converted to HEX for use over the network. Four keys can be defined so that you can change keys easily. A default key is automatically generated when WEP is enabled. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 23 Key Type: Select a key type from the drop-down list. 128-bit encryption requires a longer key than 64-bit encryption. Keys are defined by entering in a string in HEX (hexadecimal - using characters 0-9, A-F) or ASCII (American Standard Code for 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 24: Wpa (Wi-Fi Protected Access) / Pre-Shared Key

    When this is disabled, you must enter the Wireless Network Name (SSID) on the client manually to connect to the network. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 25: Wpa Radius

    Server through this Gateway. Furthermore, it may be necessary to configure the RADIUS Server to allow this Gateway to authenticate users. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 26: Filter

    RADIUS Server Password: Specify the pass-phrase that is matched on the RADIUS Server. Click on the Apply button to save the changes. 3.2.4.2.5 Filter You will be able to block out connections from unauthorized MAC Address by setting filter policy. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 27: Wps (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

    Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a feature that locks the wireless security settings and prevents the settings from being changed by any new external registrar using its PIN. Devices can still be added to the wireless network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 28: Client List

    Click on the VLAN link under the Wireless drop-down menu. A VLAN (Virtual LAN) is a group of hosts with a common set of requirements that communicate as if they were attached to the same wire, regardless of their physical location. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 29: Wmm (Wireless Multimedia)

    Click on the WMM link under the Wireless drop-down menu. WMM is Quality of Service (QoS) for wireless and ensures that voice and video applications get priority in order to run smoothly. Specify the priority and then click on the Apply button. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 30: Client Bridge Operating Mode

    3.2.4.3.2 Basic Click on the Basic link under the Wireless drop-down menu. This page will display the current wireless settings such as SSID, Channel, Security and BSSID (MAC address). 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 31 Some channels in your area may have interference from other electronic devices. Click on the Apply button to save the changes. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 32: Advanced

    Preamble Type: Select a short or long preamble. For optimum performance it is recommended to also configure the client device as the same preamble type. Click on the Apply button to save the changes. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 33: Ap Profile

    Click on the WMM link under the Wireless drop-down menu. WMM is Quality of Service (QoS) for wireless and ensures that voice and video applications get priority in order to run smoothly. Specify the priority and then click on the Apply button. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 34 Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 2.0 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 35: Wds Operating Mode

    3.2.4.4.2 Basic Click on the Basic link under the Wireless drop-down menu. This page will display the current wireless settings such as SSID, Channel, Security and BSSID (MAC address). 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 36: Advanced

    3.2.4.4.3 Advanced Click on Advanced link under the Wireless drop-down menu. This page allows you to configure the fragmentation threshold, RTS threshold, beacon period, transmit power, DTIM Period, etc. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 37 CTS, the Access Point and clients will wait for a ‘clear’ signal before transmitting. It is recommended to select auto. Click on the Apply button to save the changes. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 38: Wmm (Wireless Multimedia)

    Click on the WMM link under the Wireless drop-down menu. WMM is Quality of Service (QoS) for wireless and ensures that voice and video applications get priority in order to run smoothly. Specify the priority and then click on the Apply button. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 39: Repeater Operating Mode

    3.2.4.5.1 Status Click on the Status link under the Wireless drop-down menu. This page will display the current wireless settings such as SSID, Channel, Security and BSSID (MAC address) 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 40: Basic

    The SSID must be identical on all points of the wireless network and cannot exceed 32 characters. • Channel : Select the channel as you wish to use for your device Click on the Apply button to save the changes. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 41: Advanced

    3.2.4.5.3 Advanced Click on Advanced link under the Wireless drop-down menu. This page allows you to configure the fragmentation threshold, RTS threshold, beacon period, transmit power, DTIM Period, etc. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 42 CTS Protection: CTS (Clear to Send) can be always enabled, auto, or disabled. By enabled CTS, the Access Point and clients will will wait for a ‘clear’ signal before transmitting. It is recommended to select auto. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 43: Wireless Security Mode

    Click on the Security link under the Wireless drop-down menu. WEP is an acronym for Wired Equivalent Privacy, and is a security protocol that provides the same level of security for wireless networks as for a wired network. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 44 Encryption: Select WEP from the drop-down list. Authentication Type: Select Open System, Shared Key, or auto. Authentication method from the drop-down list. An open system allows any client to authenticate as 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 45: Wpa (Wi-Fi Protected Access) / Pre-Shared Key

    Temporal Integrity Protocol (TKIP), which scrambles the keys using a hashing algorithm and by adding an integrity checking feature which makes sure that keys haven’t been tampered with. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 46: Filter

    Click on the Apply button to save the changes. 3.2.4.5.5 Filter You will be able to block out connections from unauthorized MAC Address by setting filter policy. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 47: Wps (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

    Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a feature that locks the wireless security settings and prevents the settings from being changed by any new external registrar using its PIN. Devices can still be added to the wireless network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 48: Client List

    Click on the WMM link under the Wireless drop-down menu. WMM is Quality of Service (QoS) for wireless and ensures that voice and video applications get priority in order to run smoothly. Specify the priority and then click on the Apply button. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 49: Network

    3.3 Network Click on the Network link on the navigation drop-down menu. You will then see three options: Status, LAN, and WAN. Each option is described in detail below. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 50: Status

    End IP: Specify the last IP address for the DHCP server to end assigning IP addresses. Domain Name: Specify a domain name. Click on the Apply button to save the changes. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 51: Management

    SNMP. This is a networking management protocol used to monitor network- attached devices. SNMP allows messages (called protocol data units) to be sent to 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 52: Firmware Upgrade

    3.4.3 Firmware Upgrade Click on the Firmware link in the navigation menu. This page allows you to upgrade the firmware of the device in order to improve the functionality and performance. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 53: Restore To Factory Default

    Click on the OK button to continue. You will then see the Rebooting page. Please wait while the system is rebooting. Note: Do no un-plug the device during this process as this may cause permanent damage. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 54: Backup Settings

    Click on the Configure link in the navigation menu Click on the Browse button to select the file that has been backed up and then click on the Upload button. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 55: Rest

    Click on the Tools link on the navigation drop-down menu. You will then see four options: Time zone, power saving, diagnosis, and reset. Each option is described in detail below. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 56: Time Setting

    Click on the Apply button to save the changes. 3.5.2 Diagnosis Click on the Diagnosis link in the navigation menu. This page allows to Ping a device to check if it is active. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 57 Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 2.0 Address to Ping: Specify the IP address to ping and then click on the Start button. The result will then display in the field below. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 58: Appendix A - Specifications

    19dBm@6~9 Mbps / MCS9 18dBm@12~18 Mbps / MCS11 17dBm@24~36 Mbps / MCS13 16dBm@48~54 Mbps / MCS15 IEEE802.11b 18dBm@1, 11Mbps Omni-directional external antenna Antenna *3 TNC type; Peak Gain = 5 dBi 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 59: Software Features

    Status, Statistics and Event Log SNMP V1, V2c MIB I, MIB II (RFC1213) and Private MIB Bandwidth Measurement IP range and bandwidth management Backup & Restore Settings through Web 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 60: Environment & Physical

    Operating: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) Storage: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) Humidity (non-condensing) 5%～95% typical Dimensions 125mm (L) x 108mm (W) x 31mm (H) Weight 350g 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 61: Appendix B - Fcc Interference Statement

    We declare that the product is limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in the USA. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 62: Appendix C - Ic Interference Statement

    This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2 dBi. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

  • Page 63: Index

    Features and Benefits, 5 Switching between Operating Modes, 2, 16 Firmware Upgrade, 3, 62, 69 System, 12 Fragment Threshold, 19, 39, 48 System Requirements, 7 Hardware Installation, 9 Time Zone, 3, 65 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 64 Key, 2, 3, 22, 32, 42, 51 WAN, 3, 9, 11, 15, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), 2, 25 WDS Operating Mode, 2, 37 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...

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