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Advance Wireless Ethernet Bridge

User Guide

JUN 2002 Rev 2

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    AWE120-58 Ultima3 Series Advance Wireless Ethernet Bridge User Guide JUN 2002 Rev 2...
  • Page 3 Important You can obtain the latest customer documentation for this product by visiting our web site at www.wi-lan.com . Click on Support ➔ Customer Documentation. Updated information will be posted regularly on this site and can be downloaded via the...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Copyright Notice ..........................ix Regulatory Notice ..........................ix Other Notices .............................x Warranty & Repair ..........................x Customer Support Contacts ......................x Distributor Technical Support .......................xi Wi-LAN Product Information ......................xi Publication History ..........................xi Description ..................1 Ultima3 Series Products ........................1 Features ..............................1 About Spread Spectrum ........................2 About AWE Units Some System Applications ........................3...
  • Page 5 Installation ..................13 Overview ............................13 Checking the Shipping Contents Tools and Equipment 1 Obtain Network Plan ........................15 2 Assemble Units ..........................15 3 Configure Units ..........................17 Configuring a Base Station Configuring a Remote Unit 4 Bench Test Units ...........................22 Establishing a Basic RF Link Testing the Link and Adjusting Tx Power Performing Simple Network Tests 5 Install Units .............................28...
  • Page 6 Setting the Internet IP Address Setting the IP Subnet Mask Setting the Default Gateway IP Address Setting the SNMP NMS Trap IP Address (future) Setting the MAC Filter Entry Age Time Minutes Enabling MAC Address Filtering IP Filter Configuration ........................47 Viewing IP Filter Configuration Enabling IP Packet Filtering Enabling IP Address Filtering...
  • Page 7 Setting CIR Weight (Remote Station Only) Setting Tx Power Automatically (Remote Station Only) Adjusting User Output Power Ceiling (Remote Station Only) Setting Signal Margin (Remote Station Only) Viewing Current Output Power Level Adjust Radio Module Configuration ......................93 Viewing the Radio Module Configuration Setting Config Test Minutes Setting the Station Type Setting the Station Rank...
  • Page 8 Enabling Sharing on the Hard Disk Drive ................159 Appendix D: SNMP ................161 About SNMP MIB .......................... 161 Wi-LAN Object Identifier Nodes ....................162 Using SNMP ............................ 162 Using Object Identifier Nodes ....................163 Appendix E: Configuration Via the Web ........177 Overview ............................
  • Page 9 Appendix F: Upgrading Software ..........181 Obtaining New Software Images ....................181 Uploading Image Software ......................181 Activating New Software Images ....................183 Removing Old Software Images ....................183 Appendix G: Network Plan Template ......... 185 Base Station Information ......................185 Remote Unit Information and Link Budget ................

  • Page 10: Important Information

    Important Information Please be aware of the following information about the AWE 120-58. • Tx power of remote units can be monitored and adjusted automatically. • Center frequency is typed into a data field (rather than selected from a list). Available center fre- quencies range from 5.7410 GHz to 5.8338 GHz in 400 kHz steps.
  • Page 11 Operating a unit without an antenna, dummy load, or terminator connected to the antenna port can permanently damage a unit. Important Antennas must be selected from a list of Wi-LAN approved antennas. Wi-LAN Approved Antennas , page 148 for list.

  • Page 12: Notices

    Wi-LAN, Inc. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is correct, Wi-LAN, Inc. does not warrant the information is free of errors or omissions.

  • Page 13: Other Notices

    Other Notices • Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Wi-LAN, Inc., could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. • Appropriately shielded remote I/O serial cable with the metal connector shell and cable shield properly connected to chassis ground shall be used to reduce the radio frequency interference.

  • Page 14: Distributor Technical Support

    Send an e-mail message to: techsupport@wi-lan.com Wi-LAN Product Information To obtain information regarding Wi-LAN products, contact the Wi-LAN distributor in your region, call 1-800-258-6876 to speak with a Wi-LAN sales representative or visit our web site at www.wi-lan.com. Publication History Revision Date...
  • Page 15 Notices AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide...

  • Page 16: Description

    Description Ultima3 Series Products There are four products available in the Ultima3 Series. These products together support a variety of network applications that require Point-to-Point or Point-to-MultiPoint connectivity. The following table describes the different product types and the network topologies they support: Product Type Station Type Network Topology...

  • Page 17: About Spread Spectrum

    filtering to ensure the local LAN traffic does not overload the wireless connection. • Uses Wi-LAN's patented Multi-Code Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (MC-DSSS) technology, which makes the unit spectrally efficient and resistant to interference. MC-DSSS technology increases data throughput by as much as ten times compared to traditional spread spectrum technology.

  • Page 18: About Awe Units

    Some System Applications multi-code DSSS (MC-DSSS), multiple codes and spread patterns are employed. A spread spectrum receiver reconstructs the signal and interprets the data. Some advantages of DSSS are as follows: • Resistant to interference: DSSS overcomes medium levels of interference and multipath problems. •...

  • Page 19: Creating A Simple Wireless Network

    You can create a point-to-multipoint wireless network by adding several remote units to a base station. A base station can support up to 1000 remotes, however, Wi-LAN recommends no more than 225 remotes per base station to ensure high levels of data throughput. See...
  • Page 20 Some System Applications Remote-to-Remote Communication Remote Wireless Links Main Wired Network Base Remote Remotes must be in the same RF group to communicate directly Remote JUN 2002 Rev 02...

  • Page 21: Creating A Network With Cells

    fiber optic cable. Implementing a network with cells requires comprehensive network planning and site preparation. Please contact Wi-LAN for information about creating a network with cells. LAN with Cells and Sectors...

  • Page 22: Using A Repeater Base

    Remote Building a WAN LAN segments can be linked with AWE units to build a WAN (Wide Area Network). Wi-LAN networks are installed in many locations around the world. You can contact Wi-LAN for help designing your network. JUN 2002 Rev 02...

  • Page 23: Hardware Description

    Description Hardware Description The AWE 120-58 unit has two connector ports located on the access panel. One port receives Power and Ethernet via a special connector cable (see below). The second port provides Serial management access. Access Panel Power/Ethernet Port Serial Port The access panel connectors are further described below Power/Ethernet Port...
  • Page 24 Hardware Description Top Panel Cover Plate Antenna Port Antenna N-type female connector antenna port is located at the top right of the top panel. This port may be connected to an antenna directly or through a 50 ohm coaxial cable JUN 2002 Rev 02...

  • Page 25: Awe 120-58 Specifications

    Description AWE 120–58 Specifications General Specifications Modulation Method: Multi-Code Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (MC-DSSS), time division duplexing (TDD) Wireless Data Rate: 12 Mbps raw data rate/up to 10.2 Mbps operational RF Frequency Range: 5.725 - 5.850 MHz (unlicensed ISM band) Power Requirements: 24/28 Vdc (via 110/240 VAC 50/60 Hz adaptor) 14W maximum power consumption...
  • Page 26 AWE 120–58 Specifications Wireless Networking Protocols Network Topologies: Point-to-Point, Point-to-Multipoint, Multipoint-to-Multipoint Repeater Mode: User Configurable Private Network User configurable using repeater and RF Group RF Collision Management: Dynamic Polling with Dynamic Time Allocation Security Data Scrambling: User Configurable Data Security Password: Security password of up to 20 bytes in length combinations) Configuration, Management, and Diagnostics...
  • Page 27 Description AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide...

  • Page 28: Installation

    Installation Overview This section explains how to install AWE units. You will first assemble, configure and test units in a controlled environment so that any problems can be solved easily, and then install units in the field. By going through this process, you will ensure a successful installation, save time spent on-site, and reduce travel from site to site.

  • Page 29: Checking The Shipping Contents

    TilTek 23 dBi integrated antenna Otherwise, the following additional item(s) should be included: • Cover plate If any of the above items are not included in the AWE 120-58 shipping package, contact Wi-LAN customer support. You may also require the following items. •...

  • Page 30: Obtain Network Plan

    Operating a unit without an antenna, dummy load, or terminator connected to the antenna port can permanently damage a unit. ! CAUTION The AWE 120-58 must be connected only to a Wi-LAN Power Inserter Unit to provide appropriate power (and Ethernet) JUN 2002 Rev 02...
  • Page 31 Installation Antenna and Power Connections Top View Detail Indoor Antenna T o LAN T o radio Coaxial Cable Power / Ethernet port SMA to N-type Adaptor Antenna port Power Adaptor Power Inserter Power / Ethernet Cable 2. Check the power a) Plug the 8-pin female connector on the Power/Ethernet cable into the unit’s Power/Ethernet port b) Plug the RJ45 connector on the Power/Ethernet cable into the Power Inserter Unit’s RJ45 port labelled “To radio”...

  • Page 32: Configure Units

    3 Configure Units 3 Configure Units This section describes how to configure a base station and a remote unit, which are the basic units required for a point-to-point wireless link. Once you have configured and tested this basic equipment, you can configure and test all remaining units.
  • Page 33 Setting Menu Passwords, page 120 for more information about menu passwords. Main Menu How to Use the Main Menu Wi-LAN AWE 120-58 Main Menu • To select an item from the Main Menu or a sub-menu, press the keyboard arrow keys ->...
  • Page 34 3 Configure Units 6. From the Main Menu, select Radio Module Configuration and press The Radio Module Enter. Configuration window is displayed. H - Help Radio Module Configuration Current Flash Station Type -> Remote Unit Remote Unit Remote Unit Station Rank (1-1000) Center Frequency (57410-58338) 5.7874 GHz 5.7874 GHz...
  • Page 35 Installation • Select Save Current Config to Flash and press The new settings are stored in flash mem- Enter. ory and displayed on the menu. The word Success appears on the screen. 9. Press Esc to go back to the Main Menu. 10.
  • Page 36 3 Configure Units H - Help Radio Module Configuration Current Flash Station Type -> Remote Unit Remote Unit Remote Unit Station Rank (1-1000) Center Frequency (57410-58338) 5.7874 GHz 5.7874 GHz 5.7874 GHz Security Password 1 (Hex) Security Password 2 (Hex) Security Password 3 (Hex) Security Password 4...

  • Page 37: Bench Test Units

    Installation 10. Press Esc to go back to the Main Menu. 11. Select Logout to exit. At this time you may want finish configuring the unit according to your network plan. See Configuration, Note: page 31 for instructions about viewing and changing various settings. 4 Bench Test Units In this section, you will perform the following tasks: •...
  • Page 38 4 Bench Test Units Basic Test Setup Indoor Indoor Antenna Antenna Coax Adapter Cable Coax Adapter Cable Base Unit Remote Unit 4. Power up the base station. The power LED on the Power Inserter Unit should be GREEN. 5. Power up the remote unit. The power LED on the Power Inserter Unit should be GREEN. Next, you will test the link with the Link Monitor test and adjust the Tx power level to obtain a fade margin of 15–30 dB.

  • Page 39: Testing The Link And Adjusting Tx Power

    Installation Testing the Link and Adjusting Tx Power A basic RF link is established when the base station and remote unit can receive and transmit data to each another. Once you have established a basic RF link, you test the link by running the Link Monitor test and viewing the link statistics, and you adjust the Tx Power of the base and remote units to obtain a 15–30 dB fade margin.
  • Page 40 4 Bench Test Units of data packets that will carry test data. See Setting the Link Monitor Period, page 81 for more infor- mation.) The Link Monitor test starts as soon as a non-zero value is entered in the field. 4.

  • Page 41: Performing Simple Network Tests

    Installation Performing Simple Network Tests To test units within a simple network you require two AWE 120-58 units, a LAN connection, a PC and a crossover Ethernet cable or hub connection. ➧ To perform a simple network test 1. Connect the Ethernet port of the PC to the base station’s Power Inserter Unit “To LAN ” port. You can either connect via a network hub or connect directly using an RJ45 crossover Ethernet cable.
  • Page 42 4 Bench Test Units Using ping and ftp ping From the command line prompt, type: C:> ping IP Address Example: ping 192.163.2.88 To connect to the node, from the DOS prompt, type: C:> ftp IP Address For instructions about using ftp, type “help” at the ftp prompt.

  • Page 43: Install Units

    Installation 5 Install Units This section provides some guidelines about installing units in the field. WARNING All antennas must be professionally installed following accepted safety, grounding, electrical, and civil engineering standards . ! CAUTION Never operate a unit without an antenna, dummy load, or terminator connected to the antenna port.

  • Page 44: Point-To-Multipoint Installation

    Please contact Wi-LAN for information about planning and installing co-located units.

  • Page 45: And Monitoring

    PC with LAN analyzer software Preventative Maintenance and Monitoring You should set up a preventative maintenance schedule for your network. Wi-LAN recommends that the following preventative maintenance be performed at least semi-annually. • Regularly run link monitor tests across the network and measure BER and fade margin. You can also test the network with ping, ftp and file transfers.

  • Page 46: Configuration

    Menu and your keyboard keys to select, view or change settings. Some items in the menu simply display information, while others ask you to enter data or make a selection from a list. Main Menu Wi-LAN AWE 120-58 Main Menu -> Unit Identification Hardware/Software Revision...

  • Page 47: Accessing The Main Menu

    • Stop bits: • Flow control: none 5. Reconnect the power to the AWE unit. 6. Press . The Wi-LAN AWE 120-58 Login menu is displayed. Enter Wi-LAN AWE 120-58 Login S/N: Serial-Number MAC Address: 001030000000 Software: Rev 4.0.0 (Apr 20 2000 10:13:37) Hardware: Rev 4.0.0 (8MB SDRAM, 2MB Intel Flash)

  • Page 48: Accessing Units Via Telnet

    3. From the DOS prompt, type C:>telnet <IP address> where <IP address> is the IP address of the unit that you want to configure. 4. Press . The Login menu is displayed. Enter Wi-LAN AWE 120-58 Login S/N: Serial-Number MAC Address: 001030000000 Software: Rev 4.0.0 (Apr 20 2000 10:13:37)

  • Page 49: Setting Vt100 Arrows

    Configuration Setting VT100 Arrows ➧ To set the VT100 arrows in Microsoft telnet 1. In the active Microsoft telnet 1.0 session, select Terminal, Preferences from the menu bar. The Terminal Preferences window is displayed. 2. Click the VT100 Arrows checkbox. 3.

  • Page 50: Configuring With The Main Menu

    This section describes how to configure units with the Main Menu. Menu items are presented in the order they appear in the menu shown below. Main Menu How to Use the Main Menu Wi-LAN AWE 120-58 Main Menu • To select an item from the Main Menu or a sub-menu, press the keyboard arrow keys ->...
  • Page 51 Configuration Example: 1. From the Main Menu place the cursor next to RF Station Configuration and press Enter . -> The RF Station Configuration menu is displayed. H - Help RF Station Configuration Operating Mode -> Normal Mode RF Transmit Status unblocked Link Monitor Period (0=OFF, 1-10000) Test Mode Timer Minutes (1-1000)

  • Page 52: Unit Identification

    Unit Identification Unit Identification Viewing Unit Identification You can view a unit’s serial number, production date, and MAC address with the Unit Identification menu. The fields are view only and are set at the factory. You can also view the Unit Name/Description, Unit Location, and Contact Name. These fields are optional and can be changed.
  • Page 53 Configuration Assigning Unit Identification Information You can assign a name, location and contact name to units. This information will help you to distinguish units by physical location or by meaningful names rather than station rank only. Unit identification information is optional.

  • Page 54: Hardware/Software Revision

    Rev 4.0.0 (4MB SDRAM, 4MB Intel Flash) ROM Size 0x200000 RAM Size 0x800000 Software Rev 4.0.0 (Wi-LAN AWE 120-58 WEBII) Apr 20 2000 10:13:37 329868 Bytes File Name FACTORY-IMAGE Hardware Revision number of the unit, and the amount SDRAM and...

  • Page 55: System Software Rom Images

    PC. The example below shows that only the “Factory-Image” is available, however, in the future other images may be available. If required, you can obtain a new image file from the Wi-LAN–see Appendix F: Upgrading Software on page 181 for instructions.

  • Page 56: System Current Status

    System Current Status System Current Status Viewing System Current Status The System Current Status window provides administration information such as the amount of time a unit has been running and login statistics. ➧ To view system current status 1. From the Main Menu, select System Current Status and press .

  • Page 57: Network Configuration

    Configuration Network Configuration Each AWE 120-58 unit in a system must have a valid Internet IP address and subnet mask to communicate via TCP/IP. You will need to know this information to remotely manage units. Viewing Internet IP Addresses and Subnet Mask ➧...
  • Page 58 Network Configuration If enabled, the unit will not transmit packets received MAC Address Filtering from the Ethernet connection over the RF channel if the destination is local Integrity status for the Ethernet connection. Reported Link Status status may be: Failure, or Established Current duplex type for the Ethernet connection.

  • Page 59: Setting The Internet Ip Address

    Configuration Setting the Internet IP Address ➧ To set the new Internet IP address 1. From the Main Menu, select IP Network Configuration and press . The Network Enter Configuration menu is displayed. H - Help Network Configuration Internet IP Address 192.168.1.100 New IP Address (Reboot Reqd) ->...

  • Page 60: Setting The Default Gateway Ip Address

    Network Configuration Setting the Default Gateway IP Address You can define the IP address of the system gateway. This address designates the main entry point into the network and is usually in the same subnetwork as the unit IP address. ➧...

  • Page 61: Enabling Mac Address Filtering

    Configuration Enabling MAC Address Filtering ➧ To enable MAC address filtering 1. From the Network Configuration menu, select MAC Address Filtering and press . The data Enter field highlights. 2. Scroll to choose on or off and press to enable or disable address filtering. Enter 3.

  • Page 62: Ip Filter Configuration

    IP Filter Configuration IP Filter Configuration off (disabled) All packets are passed IP Packet Filtering on (enabled) Only IP (Internet Protocol) packets and ARP packets can pass off (disabled) Packets from all LAN-side IP addresses can pass IP Address Filtering on (enabled) Packets from all LAN-side IP addresses are subject to IP filter Pass...
  • Page 63 Configuration Viewing IP Filter Configuration ➧ To view current IP filter configuration Two sample configurations below show how IP address-filtering works. Example 1: H - Help IP Filter Configuration IP Packet Filtering -> off IP Address Filtering Default IP Address Filtering Pass Filter Entry Range (0-255)
  • Page 64 IP Filter Configuration H - Help IP Filter Configuration IP Packet Filtering -> off IP Address Filtering Default IP Address Filtering Block Filter Entry Range (0-255) Base Address State ------------------- ------------------- ------------------- ------------------- 192.168.1.1 Pass 192.168.1.21 Block 192.168.1.101 Pass 192,168.1.105 Block 192.168.1.150 Disabled...

  • Page 65: Enabling Ip Packet Filtering

    Configuration Enabling IP Packet Filtering IP Packet filtering should initially be set to off so you can start from a known state and observe changes that result from using the IP packet filter. ➧ To enable or disable IP packet filtering 1.

  • Page 66: Setting Up Ip Address Filter

    IP Filter Configuration Setting Up IP Address Filter ➧ To set up an IP address filter 1. From the IP Filter Configuration menu, select Range in the Filter Entry 1 row and press Enter . The data field in the Range column highlights. H - Help IP Filter Configuration IP Packet Filtering...

  • Page 67: Port Configuration

    Configuration VLAN Configuration The VLAN Configuration menu provides links to sub-menus, each managing a subset of configurable VLAN parameters. These sub-menus include: Port Configuration, VLAN Registration Configuration, MAC Address Filter Configuration, Traffic Class Configuration, and Spanning Tree Configuration. A description of each sub- menu is provided below.
  • Page 68 VLAN Configuration 1. From the VLAN Configuration menu, select Port Configuration and press . The Port Enter Configuration menu is displayed. H - Help Port Configuration Default VLAN ID (1-4094) -> 1 Port Settings Ethernet Port RF Port ------------- ------------- ------------- Link Type Access...

  • Page 69: Press Esc To Exit The Menu

    Configuration Press Esc to exit the menu Setting the Default VLAN ID ➧ To set the default VLAN ID 1. From the Port Configuration menu, select Default VLAN ID in the Port Configuration menu and press Enter . The data field in the Range column highlights. H - Help Port Configuration Default VLAN ID (1-4094)

  • Page 70: Setting The Port Priority

    VLAN Configuration Setting the Port Priority ➧ To set a port priority 1. From the Port Configuration menu, select Priority for the desired port and press Enter . H - Help Port Configuration Default VLAN ID (1-4094) Port Settings Ethernet Port RF Port ------------- -------------...

  • Page 71: Enabling Port Ingress Filtering

    Configuration Enabling Port Ingress Filtering ➧ To enable ingress filtering on a port 1. From the Port Configuration menu, select Ingress Enabled for the desired port and press Enter . H - Help Port Configuration Default VLAN ID (1-4094) Port Settings Ethernet Port RF Port -------------...

  • Page 72: Vlan Registration Configuration

    VLAN Configuration VLAN Registration Configuration The VLAN Registration Configuration menu enables you to create, modify or delete entries in the VLAN Registration table as well as to specify this unit’s participation in the GARP VLAN Registration Protocol (GVRP). The VLAN Registration table is used to define the sets of VLANs that can be reached (or alternatively cannot be reached) through individual ports of the unit.

  • Page 73: Creating/Modifying A Vlan Registration Entry

    Configuration Creating/Modifying a VLAN Registration Entry ➧ To create or modify an entry in the VLAN Registration Table 1. From the VLAN Registration Configuration menu, select Create or Modify a VLAN and press Enter . H - Help Registration Configuration GARP VLAN Registration Status Create or Modify a VLAN ->...

  • Page 74: Deleting A Vlan Registration Entry

    VLAN Configuration 3. Select Create/Modify VLAN and press Enter . A status field will display indicating whether the entry was created. H - Help Create/Modify a VLAN VLAN ID (1-4094) -> 1 Ethernet Port Registration Normal Ethernet Port Tagging Untagged RF Port Registration Normal RF Port Tagging...

  • Page 75: Displaying The Vlan Registration Table

    Configuration 3. Select Delete VLAN and press Enter if only one VLAN is to be removed. Otherwise, select Delete All VLANs and Press Enter . A status field will display, indicating the status of the request issued 4. Press Esc to exit to the VLAN Configuration Menu. Displaying the VLAN Registration Table ➧...

  • Page 76: Mac Address Filter Configuration

    VLAN Configuration 1. From the VLAN Configuration menu, select MAC Address Filter Configuration and press . The following menu is displayed: Enter H - Help MAC Address Filter Configuration Create or Modify a MAC Address Filter Press Enter To Execute Delete MAC Address Filter(s) Press Enter To Execute Show All MAC Address Filters...

  • Page 77: Removing A Mac Address Filter Entry

    Configuration Forward Packets with a destination MAC address matching the MAC Port filter address are forwarded on the given port Membership (Ethernet/RF) Filter Packets with a destination MAC address matching the MAC filter address are filtered on the given port Update the MAC Filter Table in the permanent database.

  • Page 78: Displaying The Mac Address Filter Table

    VLAN Configuration All MAC Address Filter entries in the permanent database (if Delete All MAC any) are removed, regardless of the MAC Address specified Filters above 3. Select Delete MAC Filter and press Enter if only one entry is to be removed. Otherwise, select Delete All MAC Filters and Press Enter .

  • Page 79: Traffic Class Configuration

    Configuration ➧ To view the Traffic Class Configuration menu 1. From the VLAN Configuration menu, select Traffic Class Configuration and press Enter The following menu is displayed: H - Help Traffic Class Configuration User Priority Ethernet Port RF Port ------------- ------------- ------------ ->...

  • Page 80: Spanning Tree Configuration

    VLAN Configuration In most cases, this unit need not be a participant in the Spanning Tree Protocol. This is further explained below. ➧ To view the Spanning Tree Configuration menu 1. From the VLAN Configuration menu, select Spanning Tree Configuration and press Enter The following menu is displayed: H - Help...

  • Page 81: Enabling Spanning Tree

    Configuration Forwarding This port learns and transmits packets on this port. If this unit does not participate in the Spanning Tree Protocol, each port state is set to this value This is the “root” bridge in the existing network (if this unit is a Root MAC participant).

  • Page 82: Setting The Bridge Priority

    VLAN Configuration Setting the Bridge Priority ➧ To set the Bridge Priority 1. From the Spanning Tree Configuration menu, select Bridge Priority and press Enter . The data field highlights. H - Help Spanning Tree Configuration Spanning Tree Status Bridge Priority (0-65535) ->...

  • Page 83: Setting Port Path Cost

    Configuration 1. From the Spanning Tree Configuration menu, select (Ethernet/RF) Port Priority and press Enter . The data field highlights. H - Help Spanning Tree Configuration Spanning Tree Status Bridge Priority (0-65535) 32768 Ethernet Port Priority (0-255) -> 128 Ethernet Port Path Cost (1-65535) RF Port Priority (0-255) RF Port Path Cost (1-65535) Read-only Parameters...

  • Page 84: Rf Station Configuration

    RF Station Configuration RF Station Configuration The RF Station Configuration menu enables you to choose the operating mode, run some tests and optimize the RF link. Four tests can be run from this menu: link monitor test, transmit test, and receive test. You can optimize a link by setting the maximum remote distance to a remote and by controlling the rate of data throughput (throttling).

  • Page 85: Setting The Operating Mode

    Configuration Period determines the amount of test data that is used Link Monitor Period to test the link. The smaller the number, the larger the amount of test data and test data overhead. A non- zero value starts the link monitor test Maximum time in minutes that a unit will be allowed to Test Mode Timer stay in test mode...
  • Page 86 RF Station Configuration Transmits test data only. Sends known packet data to the receiving unit. Use Transmit this mode to test a unit’s ability to transmit data. Test JUN 2002 Rev 02...
  • Page 87 Configuration General Equipment Setup The general equipment setup is shown below. The actual setup depends on which test you want to run and how you want to run it. You will need at least one PC to perform the Link Monitor, Transmit, and Receive tests.
  • Page 88 RF Station Configuration ➧ To set the operating mode 1. From the Main Menu, select RF Station Configuration and press . The RF Station Enter Configuration menu is displayed. H - Help RF Station Configuration Operating Mode -> Normal Mode RF Transmit Status unblocked Link Monitor Period (0=OFF, 1-10000)

  • Page 89: Setting Test Mode Timer Minutes

    Configuration Setting Test Mode Timer Minutes Before you run any of these tests, you should set the maximum time, in minutes, that a unit will be allowed to stay in test mode. When this time period expires, the AWE unit performs an automatic software reboot and returns to Normal mode.

  • Page 90: Performing Link Monitor Test (Normal Mode)

    RF Station Configuration Performing Link Monitor Test (Normal Mode) The link monitor test can be run from either a base station or a remote unit that is set to Normal Mode. The test operates in parallel with the message stream, so it consumes some of the link’s total data capacity. You can control the ratio of test data to message data (and thereby control the amount of test data overhead) by setting the link monitor period.
  • Page 91 Configuration 11. View the link statistics. From the Main Menu select Link Monitor Display and press . The RF Enter Link Monitor Statistics window is displayed. H - Help RF Link Monitor Statistics Link Monitor Rank Base to Remote BER 0.0E+00 Remote to Base BER 0.0E+00...
  • Page 92 RF Station Configuration 3. Select RF Station Configuration and press . The RF Station Configuration menu is Enter displayed. H - Help RF Station Configuration Operating Mode -> Normal Mode RF Transmit Status unblocked Link Monitor Period (0=OFF, 1-10000) Test Mode Timer Minutes (1-1000) Base Station Only Parameters Maximum Remote Distance 5 Km...

  • Page 93: Performing Transmit And Receive Tests

    If you have problems, ensure that the unit is configured to its basic default settings (see Restoring Factory Configurations, page 127) and reconfigure the unit or contact Wi-LAN customer support. 13. When you finish viewing link monitor statistics, disable Link Monitor to remove the test overhead data from the RF link.
  • Page 94 If the power is >55 dB the receiving unit is probably saturated. If you have problems ensure that the unit is configured to its basic default settings (see Restoring Factory Configurations, page 127) and reconfigure the unit, or contact Wi-LAN customer support. JUN 2002 Rev 02...

  • Page 95: Setting The Rf Transmit Status

    Configuration Setting the RF Transmit Status This setting can block a unit (or link) from carrying data traffic. It is used to disable units and to discontinue service to customers, if necessary. ➧ To set RF transmit status 1. From the Main Menu, select RF Station Configuration and press .

  • Page 96: Setting The Link Monitor Period

    RF Station Configuration Setting the Link Monitor Period The Link Monitor Period determines the ratio of test data to message data that is sent when you run the link monitor test. The higher the period number, the smaller the ratio of test data to message data. The following diagram shows the ratios of test data to link data Link Monitor Period Settings Packet Ratio...

  • Page 97: Setting Maximum Remote Distance (Base Station Only)

    Configuration 2. Select Link Monitor Period and press . The data field highlights. Enter 3. Type the period setting (0=OFF, 1-10000) 4. Press . The test starts as soon as a non-zero value is entered. Enter 5. Press to exit to the Main Menu. Setting Maximum Remote Distance (Base Station Only) The Maximum Remote Distance setting is used to optimize dynamic polling by compensating for time delays caused by long distances between the sending unit and the receiving unit.

  • Page 98: Setting Link Monitor Remote Station Rank

    RF Station Configuration Setting Link Monitor Remote Station Rank When you run the Link Monitor Test from a base station, you need to specify the rank (ID number) of the remote that you want to test. When you run the link monitor test from a remote, there is only one base, so the rank number does not need to be entered.

  • Page 99: Adjusting Throttling (Remote Station Only)

    Configuration Adjusting Throttling (Remote Station Only) Throttling enables you to control the rate that data passes though a remote, so data throughput can be adjusted to make the data rate compatible with the rest of the system. Throttling restricts the flow of data from air to wire or from wire to air.
  • Page 100 RF Station Configuration 4. Select Link Monitor Period and press . The data field highlights. Enter 5. Type the period setting (0=OFF, 1-10000) 6. Press . The test starts as soon as a non-zero value is entered. Enter 7. Press to exit to the Main Menu.

  • Page 101: Setting Cir Weight (Remote Station Only)

    Configuration Setting CIR Weight (Remote Station Only) The CIR weight effectively represents a polling priority for remote devices in a point-to-multipoint network. Remote devices with a larger weight are potentially polled more frequently than smaller weight remotes and can therefore bridge more traffic. Vary this parameter to accommodate the distribution of traffic flow in your network.
  • Page 102 RF Station Configuration and automatically adjusts Tx power up or down based on measurements taken when the mode is selected. Dynamic Output Power mode runs Link Monitor in the background and periodically adjusts Tx power in response to the current radio conditions and environment. The amount of bandwidth (test overhead) used for all modes is set with Link Monitor Period.
  • Page 103 Configuration power level is below the noise floor, a unit will automatically increment the power level by one dB until the BER and power level become satisfactory. In short, two modes of automatic power level adjustment are available: automatic and dynamic. Automatic Output Power mode: Power is monitored and automatically adjusted once when the automatic output power mode is activated.
  • Page 104 RF Station Configuration ➧ To set the output power mode 1. From the Main Menu, select RF Station Configuration and press . The RF Station Enter Configuration menu is displayed. H - Help RF Station Configuration Operating Mode Normal Mode RF Transmit Status unblocked Link Monitor Period (0=OFF, 1-10000)

  • Page 105: Adjusting User Output Power Ceiling (Remote Station Only)

    Configuration Adjusting User Output Power Ceiling (Remote Station Only) The output power ceiling is used to limit the maximum output transmit power of a remote unit. The value entered cannot exceed the factory-set default value. ➧ To adjust the user output power ceiling 1.

  • Page 106: Setting Signal Margin (Remote Station Only)

    RF Station Configuration Setting Signal Margin (Remote Station Only) The signal margin is the extra transmit power (measured in dB) desired for a remote unit with respect to the base station noise floor. This value is used by Output Power Control test modes to set the transmit power. For example, if set to 10 dB, an Output Power Control test mode will attempt to adjust the output transmit power to a level at which the received signal at the base station is 10 dB greater than receiver sensitivity threshold.

  • Page 107: Viewing Current Output Power Level Adjust

    Configuration Viewing Current Output Power Level Adjust Current Output Power Level Adjust is a view-only information. It displays the current power level adjustment, which was initially set using Tx Power Level Adjust. See Adjusting the Tx Power Level, page 104. This power level will be adjusted automatically when running one of the automatic power adjustment modes.

  • Page 108: Radio Module Configuration

    Radio Module Configuration Radio Module Configuration The Radio Module Configuration menu is used to change several key parameters, including station type, station rank, and security passwords. Because these settings can affect service, they are changed in three progessive stages: new, current, and flash. (New and current are for temporary storage, while flash is for long-term storage.) The general procedure for changing settings with the Radio Module Configuration menu follows.
  • Page 109 Configuration Defines unit as either a base station or a remote station Station Type For a base station, the number of remotes that the base polls Station Rank For a remote, the polling ID # of the remote Defines the channel the unit uses to transmit and receive Center Frequency Password(s) for the unit.
  • Page 110 Radio Module Configuration Setting Config Test Minutes When changing Radio Module Configuration settings, you may enter settings that cause a unit or system to not function as expected. If this happens, you can return to the last-saved settings if you first set the Config Test Minutes test period.

  • Page 111: Setting The Station Type

    Configuration Setting the Station Type Each unit must be set up as either a base station or a remote station. In a given system there is only one base station, but there can be numerous remote stations. (A base station can also be set up as a repeater base.) You define the unit as a base station or remote unit by setting the Station Type.

  • Page 112: Setting The Station Rank

    Radio Module Configuration Setting the Station Rank Station Rank is defined two different ways, which depend on the station type: For a base station, rank is the total number of remotes that a base will poll. For a remote unit, rank is a unique polling ID number that identifies a remote to a base station.

  • Page 113: Setting The Center Frequency

    Configuration Setting the Center Frequency A center frequency defines the RF channel that a unit uses to transmit and receive. The AWE 120-58 can operate at a center frequency ranging from 5.7410 GHz to 5.8338 GHz, in 400 kHz steps. All units in the same system must be set to the same center frequency.
  • Page 114 Radio Module Configuration Some examples of center frequency separation and performance ratings are provided below. Good Excellent Poor Fair These examples show that there is no benefit to separating the center frequencies of adjacent systems by more than 66 MHz. 48 MHz of center frequency separation is more than adequate in most cases. Separation of 33MHz is adequate for strong RF links, but weak signals will be degraded by the overlap of the side-lobes into the data region.
  • Page 115 Configuration ➧ To set the center frequency 1. From the Main Menu, select Radio Module Configuration and press . The Radio Module Enter Configuration menu is displayed. H - Help Radio Module Configuration Current Flash Station Type Remote Unit Remote Unit Remote Unit Station Rank (1-1000) Center Frequency (57410-58338) ->...

  • Page 116: Setting Security Passwords

    Radio Module Configuration Setting Security Passwords Passwords are always exchanged between units when they communicate with each other. A set of five security passwords is assigned to each unit. Each password may be up to 8 digits long in hexadecimal.The set of passwords must be exactly the same for all units in a system.

  • Page 117: Setting The Scrambling Code

    Configuration Setting the Scrambling Code To protect the privacy of a wireless link, units can scramble messages—the message content is rearranged so that messages are difficult to read by unintended receivers. The scrambling code determines how messages are scrambled by a unit. Only units with the same scrambling code as the originating unit can de-scramble and read the message.

  • Page 118: Setting The Acquisition Code

    Radio Module Configuration Setting the Acquisition Code An acquisition code is a unique code contained within the preamble of a transmitted message. Units search the air for messages that begin with a particular acquisition code. Messages without the correct code are treated as interference and are rejected by a unit.

  • Page 119: Adjusting The Tx Power Level

    Configuration Adjusting the Tx Power Level Tx Power Level Adjust enables you to reduce the transmit power output level by up to 31 dB. For example, selecting a value of 0 sets the transmit power to maximum power, while selecting a value of –31 sets the transmit power to 31 dB below maximum power.

  • Page 120: Setting A Base To Repeater Mode (Base Station Only)

    Radio Module Configuration Setting a Base to Repeater Mode (Base Station Only) When repeater mode is enabled at a base station (Repeater Mode = on), the base acts as a repeater in addition to performing its normal base station functions. As a repeater, the base station receives incoming messages from remotes, stores them and broadcasts them to all remotes within RF range.
  • Page 121 Configuration ➧ To set base to repeater mode . The Radio Module 1. From the Main Menu, select Radio Module Configuration and press Enter Configuration menu is displayed. H - Help Radio Module Configuration Current Flash Station Type Remote Unit Remote Unit Remote Unit Station Rank (1-1000)

  • Page 122: Setting System Symmetry Type (Base Station Only)

    Radio Module Configuration Setting System Symmetry Type (Base Station Only) System symmetry type fixes the priority of the base unit when it polls remotes. The default “asymmetric” setting allots the base one time slot for each time a remote is polled—this setting is useful when the base is the access point to a large network.

  • Page 123: Setting Dynamic Polling Level (Base Station Only)

    Configuration Setting Dynamic Polling Level (Base Station Only) Dynamic polling improves system performance by reducing overhead due to idle remote units. A base station automatically learns which remote stations are active and which are idle. The base station waits a brief time period for a remote to respond to a poll.

  • Page 124: Setting Remote Unit Rf Group

    Radio Module Configuration Setting Remote Unit RF Group The RF Group setting enables you to determine which units in a system can communicate with each other. For example, in a system consisting of a base station and associated remotes, you can: 1) assign units to different groups so that only members of the same group can communicate with each other and the base (an open system);...
  • Page 125 Configuration A repeater is used to bypass obstacles that block the RF path (for example, a mountain). When a base station is set to repeater mode (Repeater Mode = on), it can pass data from remotes in an RF group to other remotes in the same group.
  • Page 126 Radio Module Configuration ➧ To set remote unit RF group 1. From the Main Menu, select RF Module Configuration and press . The menu is displayed. Enter H - Help Radio Module Configuration Current Flash Station Type Remote Unit Remote Unit Remote Unit Station Rank (1-1000) Center Frequency (57410-58338)
  • Page 127 Configuration Rebooting and Saving RF Module Configurations Because changes to radio module configuration settings can affect service in a wireless system, changes are made in three progessive stages: new, current, and flash. Intended configuration changes. Temporary memory storage. Current Configuration actually running on the unit. Temporary memory storage. Flash Configuration stored in FLASH memory.
  • Page 128 Radio Module Configuration ➧ To save current configuration to FLASH 1. From the Main Menu, select Radio Module Configuration and press . The Radio Module Enter Configuration menu is displayed. H - Help Radio Module Configuration Current Flash Station Type Remote Unit Remote Unit Remote Unit...

  • Page 129: Rf/Ethernet Statistics

    Configuration RF/Ethernet Statistics Ethernet and RF statistics are useful for troubleshooting, monitoring link performance, and measuring throughput. Ethernet and RF statistics are cumulative and increment until reset. The window is view only. See Resetting Radio and Ethernet Statistics, page 128 for information about resetting RF/Ethernet statistics. Viewing RF/Ethernet Statistics ➧...
  • Page 130 RF/Ethernet Statistics Number of Ethernet packets from the Ethernet Total Packets Received connection Number of Ethernet packets received from the Ethernet Packets For Local Host connection which were destined for the AWE 120-58 unit’s TCP/IP stack Number of Ethernet packets received with errors, for Receive Errors example, runt (smaller than 64 bytes), jabber (larger than 1518 bytes), or overflow error...
  • Page 131 Configuration Number of Ethernet packets transmitted onto the Total Packets Ethernet connection Transmitted Number of Ethernet packets transmitted onto the Packets From Local Ethernet connection which originated from the AWE unit’s Host TCP/IP stack Number of Ethernet packets not transmitted due to some Packets Dropped error, for example, unable to transmit within 15 retries or underflow error...

  • Page 132: System Security

    System Security System Security The System Security menu is used to control access to a AWE unit, including the following: • Restrict access to a unit’s Main Menu with passwords • Restrict SNMP read and write access with SNMP Community Name •...
  • Page 133 Configuration Allows remote access to unit to change configuration Wireless Access to settings via RF link with telnet or SNMP Local Host Maximum time the system can remain idle before the Auto Logout Minutes configuration menus close and the Login menu reappears 2.

  • Page 134: Assigning Community Names

    ! CAUTION Default community names are presented in all Installation and Configuration guides distributed by Wi-LAN. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that default community names are changed to unique names at installation. Record all community name changes...

  • Page 135: Setting Menu Passwords

    ! CAUTION The default passwords are printed in all customer documents distributed by Wi-LAN. It is the responsibility of the customer to change the default passwords to unique passwords during installation.
  • Page 136 System Security ➧ To change the supervisor password 1. From the Main Menu, select System Security and press . The System Security menu is Enter displayed. H - Help System Security SNMP Community Name 1 public SNMP Community Name 2 netman Change User Password ->...
  • Page 137 Configuration Allowing Remote Access and Configuration One way to control remote access to a unit’s configuration menu is by restricting the type of link that can be used to make remote configuration changes. The default setting is to allow remote configuration changes with both wired and wireless links using telnet or SNMP.

  • Page 138: Setting The Auto Logout Minutes

    System Security Setting the Auto Logout Minutes You can specify the maximum time the system can remain idle before the configuration menus close and the Login menu reappears. This feature ensures that the configuration menus close if a user forgets to exit. Note: When the menus automatically timeout, the system may appear to be frozen.

  • Page 139: System Commands

    Configuration System Commands System image files contain the software that runs the unit. When you first power up the AWE unit, it runs from the factory-image. With the System Commands menu you can choose the image file that a unit uses to power up, and the image file that a unit uses when rebooted.

  • Page 140: Setting Default System Image

    System Commands Setting Default System Image The default image is the image file that a unit uses when it powers up. If you have more than one image saved on a unit, you can choose the default power up file. ➧...

  • Page 141: Setting The Reboot System Image

    Configuration Setting the Reboot System Image You can choose the system image that a unit uses when it is rebooted. ➧ To choose the reboot image 1. From the Main Menu, select System Commands and press . The System Commands menu is Enter displayed.
  • Page 142 System Commands Restoring Factory Configurations If necessary, you can restore the unit to its original factory configuration. This command puts the unit into a known state, which can help you when troubleshooting, and also provides an easy way to remove custom configuration settings when you deinstall a unit.

  • Page 143: Resetting Radio And Ethernet Statistics

    Configuration Resetting Radio and Ethernet Statistics The statistics displayed in the RF/Ethernet Statistics window are cumulative, but can be reset to track specific events and for troubleshooting. (See Viewing RF/Ethernet Statistics, page 114 for information about viewing the statistics). For example, a suspected RF problem can be diagnosed by resetting the radio statistics and simulating the situation suspected of causing the problem.

  • Page 144: Link Monitor Display

    Link Monitor Display Link Monitor Display Viewing Link Monitor Statistics Link performance statistics such as envelope power, correlation power and bit error rate can be viewed while the link monitor is running. Statistics are only available on the unit running the link monitor test. The window is view only.

  • Page 145: Logout

    Configuration Logout Logging Out There are two ways to log out of the main menu. ➧ To log out of the Main Menu From the Main Menu, select Logout and press Enter 1. Press the key on the keyboard until you reach the command line.

  • Page 146: Command Line Interface

    Command Line Interface Command Line Interface You can perform some basic commands with the command line interface. Type commands from the prompt. ➧ To use the command line interface 1. Log in to the AWE unit. The Main Menu is displayed. 2.
  • Page 147 Configuration AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide...

  • Page 148: Troubleshooting

    fixes. • Before contacting Wi-LAN for customer support, document the symptoms of the problem and the steps taken to diagnose and fix the problem. Record the current configuration of the system. JUN 2002 Rev 02...

  • Page 149: Troubleshooting Areas

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Areas There are five key areas to be aware of when troubleshooting. Network Integrity: Continued performance and reliability of a network depends upon maintaining the integrity of the network. If you change a network’s design, you will affect its operation. Be aware of recent changes to your network.

  • Page 150: Troubleshooting Chart

    Troubleshooting Areas Troubleshooting Chart Indication Possible Cause Suggested Corrective Actions High BER Signal strength is too low Perform RSSI test to determine fade margin Align or change antennas or cables Ensure LOS between antennas Signal strength is too high Adjust antennas Increase distance between units Interference Change center frequency...
  • Page 151 Troubleshooting Indication Possible Cause Suggested Corrective Actions No Fresnel zone clearance Increase antenna height to obtain clearance Relocate antenna Remove obstacles to LOS (line of sight) Use repeater base configuration Power supply problems Try a different AC circuit Measure the power at the AC outlet Measure the output from the power supply unit Replace the power supply unit High packet loss...
  • Page 152 IP filtering configured Change IP filtering to enable SNMP activated incorrectly for SNMP Unable to access Invalid passwords Contact Wi-LAN for information about how to main configuration re-enter your system menu Units will need to be reset JUN 2002 Rev 02...
  • Page 153 Troubleshooting Indication Possible Cause Suggested Corrective Actions Unit will not operate Faulty unit Bench test unit Corrupt unit software Reload unit software Point-point link is too Throttling level Check if throttling is correctly configured slow Center frequency Set units from different systems in the same geographic area to different center frequencies—overlapping wavelengths from other systems will degrade performance...

  • Page 154: Appendix A: Planning Your Wireless Link

    Although a maximum of 1000 remotes is supported per base station, this number would result in low data rates. Instead, to ensure high data rates, Wi-LAN suggests a standard where 75 remotes can maintain constant 128 kbps communication with a base station. Since it is unlikely that all units will be active at the same time, the total number of remotes for planning purposes can be increased by a factor of three, so that a maximum of 225 (3 x 75) remotes per base station is recommended.

  • Page 155: Measure The Distance Between Units

    Appendix A: Planning Your Wireless Link Measure the Distance Between Units Use a mapping method or GPS (global positioning system) to measure the distance between the base station and each remote, and check the radio path to identify any obstructions in the LOS path between the two antennas.

  • Page 156: Determining Unit Configuration Settings

    Determining Unit Configuration Settings Determining Unit Configuration Settings Configuration settings of units should be determined before installation to ensure easy installation and to reduce installation costs. An information sheet should be prepared for each unit that specifies the basic configuration settings of that unit. •...
  • Page 157 To ensure reliable communications, the system gain plus all antenna gains must be greater than the sum of all losses. For a reliable link, Wi-LAN recommends that the system gain plus all antenna gains be greater than the sum of all losses by 15 dB. This amount is the fade margin.
  • Page 158 360º path around it. When you select a Wi-LAN approved antenna, pay particular attention to the gain specification. When you select an antenna for a remote station, select an antenna with a gain that provides at least 15 dB fade margin.
  • Page 159 The Wi-LAN recommended fade margin for the AWE 120-58 is a minimum of 15 dB. The sum of the cable losses, connector losses, propagation losses, and the 15 dB required fade margin should be less than the sum of the system gain and antenna gain.

  • Page 160: Link Budget Example

    Link Budget Example Link Budget Example System Gain + Antenna Gain ≥ Propagation Loss + Desired Fade Margin + Formulas: Cable Losses + Connector Losses Actual Fade Margin ≥ System Gain + Antenna Gain – Propagation Loss – Cable Losses – Connector Losses Actual Fade Margin ≥...

  • Page 161: Antenna Basics

    • dBi is antenna gain referenced over an isotropic radiator which is a theoretical antenna that radiates equally in all directions (e.g. the sun) • Wi-LAN references antenna gain in dBi. The conversion factor is 0 dBd = 2.14 dBi Beamwidth •...

  • Page 162: Implementation Considerations

    Antenna Basics Parameter Description • Polarity and Cross-Polarization Discrimination (XPD) • Antennas have an associated polarity, which is the orientation of the radiating element with respect to earth • Antennas are usually described as vertical, horizontal, or circularly polarized. The polarity of all antennas used in a system must be the same •...

  • Page 163: Wi-Lan Approved Antennas

    Appendix A: Planning Your Wireless Link Wi-LAN Approved Antennas Antennas must be selected from the following list of Wi-LAN approved antennas. Antennas must be connected using transmission cables having the specified minimum lengths. Antenna Gain Number Description (dBi) 5.8 GHz Cushcraft directional planar...

  • Page 164: Antenna Installation Factors

    • Proper grounding of antenna apparatus in accordance with respective Electrical Code(s) is crucial • Wi-LAN recommends using a surge arrestor where the antenna cable enters the building • All installations should be completed by a qualified and competent RF...

  • Page 165: Installing Antennas

    Appendix A: Planning Your Wireless Link Minimal Clearance Above Obstructions For the AWE 120-58, the absolute minimum clearance above obstructions requirements are as follows (in meters): × d km @ 5.8 GHz Some example clearance requirements for 5.8 GHz links follow. Distance Clearance Distance...

  • Page 166: Fine-Tuning Antennas

    Antenna Basics Fine-tuning Antennas You can fine-tune the antennas by physically moving the antenna. The proper alignment is determined by viewing link integrity statistics. To acquire these statistics, a serial connection is required to access the menu interface. An installer may use a laptop or a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)* that supports a VT100 interface. Once antennas are adjusted to maximize performance, secure them properly to the support structures.
  • Page 167 Appendix A: Planning Your Wireless Link AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide...

  • Page 168: Appendix B: Using Hyperterminal

    Appendix B: Using HyperTerminal The Windows 95/98 operating system includes a terminal emulation program called HyperTerminal ® . You can use this program to access the AWE 120-58 configuration menus through the Serial port on the front of the unit. Note: Users of the Asian version of Windows can use Tera Term™...

  • Page 169: Determining The Communications Port

    Appendix B: Using HyperTerminal 10. In the ASCII Sending area, choose the following settings. Send line ends with line feeds Clear the checkbox Echo typed characters locally Clear the checkbox Line delay Type 0 Character delay Type 0 11. In the ASCII Receiving area, do the following. Append line feeds to incoming line ends Click to select the checkbox Force incoming data to 7-bit ASCII...

  • Page 170: Checking Network Adaptor Installation

    Appendix C: Configuring a Simple Data Network This section describes how to set up a simple network to perform file transfers between two computers. You need to perform the following tasks. • Check the Network Adaptor Installation • Configure the Network •...

  • Page 171: Appendix C: Configuring A Simple Data Network

    Appendix C: Configuring a Simple Data Network Configuring the Network To configure the network 1. In the Control Panel window, double-click the Network icon. The Network window is displayed. AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide...

  • Page 172: Configuring The Network

    Configuring the Network 2. In the list of network components area, double-click Client for Microsoft Networks . The Client for Microsoft Networks Properties window is displayed. Note: If Client for Microsoft Networks is not listed, click Add and select Client, Add, Microsoft, Client for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK.
  • Page 173 Appendix C: Configuring a Simple Data Network 5. In the Network window, double-click TCP/IP . The TCP/IP Properties window is displayed. Note: If TCP/IP is not listed in the Network window, click Add and select Protocol, Add, Microsoft, TCP/ IP, and then click OK. 6.

  • Page 174: Enabling Sharing On The Hard Disk Drive

    Enabling Sharing on the Hard Disk Drive 12. In the Network window, click the Identification tab and type the following. Computer Name Unique name for each computer. For example, computer 1 and computer 2 Workgroup Workgroup name. For example, Test Note: All computers in the network must have the same workgroup name Computer Description...
  • Page 175 Appendix C: Configuring a Simple Data Network 2. Right-click the hard disk drive icon (typically drive C:), and select Open. The Properties window is displayed. 3. Click the Sharing tab, and choose the following: Shared As Click the radio button Share Name Type C Comment...

  • Page 176: Appendix D: Snmp

    MIB is simply a list of objects that SNMP can monitor. You can download a proprietary Wi-LAN MIB file from www.wi-lan.com or obtain a copy through the Wi-LAN Technical Assistance Center. The AWE 120-58 is MIB version 2 compliant.

  • Page 177: Using Snmp

    The AWE 120-58 uses SNMP version 1, which is MIB 2 compliant. All OID (Object Identifier) nodes in the AWE 120-58 private Wi-LAN MIB are numbered 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.n where n is a private Wi-LAN MIB node number or branch of nodes.
  • Page 178 Using Object Identifier Nodes The following are descriptions of parameters and node addresses in the AWE 120-58 MIB. Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description Configuration serialNumber 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.1 DisplayString Read Only Unit Serial Number (0..15) productionDate 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.2 DisplayString Read Only Unit Date of Manufacture (0..15) macAddress 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.3...
  • Page 179 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description ipAddressFiltering 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.16 INTEGER Read/Write IP address filtering: 0 = disabled, 1 = enabled ipDefaultFiltering 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.17 INTEGER Read/Write IP default filtering: 1 = pass, 2 = block ipConfig 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.18 ipFilter1Range 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.18.1 INTEGER Read/Write IP address filter 1 range: 0-255 ipFilter1Base 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.18.2 IpAddress...
  • Page 180 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description ipFilter6Range 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.18.16 INTEGER Read/Write IP address filter 6 range: 0-255 ipFilter6Base 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.18.17 IpAddress Read/Write IP address filter 6 base address ipFilter6State 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.18.18 INTEGER Read/Write IP filter 6 state 0 = disabled, 1 = pass, 2 = block ipFilter7Range 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.18.19 INTEGER...
  • Page 181 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description rfIngressStatus 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.19.9 INTEGER Read/Write RF ingress filtering status 0 = disable, 1 = enable ethEgressStatus 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.19.10 INTEGER Read/Write Ethernet egress filtering status 0 = disable, 1 = enable rfEgressStatus 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.19.11 INTEGER Read/Write RF egress filtering status 0 = disable, 1 = enable streeEnableStatus 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.19.12...
  • Page 182 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description outputPowerControl 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.28.1 INTEGER Read/Write Output Power Control Mode Mode 0 = off, 1 = dynamic, 2 = auto signalMargin 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.28.2 INTEGER Read/Write Signal margin (dB) userOutputPower 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.28.3 INTEGER Read/Write User output power upper limit adjust (dB) AdjustCeiling (0 to -31) currentTxPowerLevel...
  • Page 183 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description centerFreq 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.32 INTEGER Read Only Current RF center frequency (57410 to 58338) securityWord1 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.33 INTEGER Read Only Current RF security password 1 securityWord2 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.34 INTEGER Read Only Current RF security password 2 securityWord3 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.35 INTEGER Read Only Current RF security password 3...
  • Page 184 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description defCenterFreq 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.48 INTEGER Read Only FLASH RF center frequency (57410 to 58338) defSecurityWord1 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.49 INTEGER Read Only Default RF security password 1 defSecurityWord2 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.50 INTEGER Read Only Default RF security password 2 defSecurityWord3 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.51 INTEGER Read Only Default RF security password 3...
  • Page 185 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description newCenterFreq 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.64 INTEGER Read/Write New RF center frequency (57410 to 58338) newSecurityWord1 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.65 INTEGER Read/Write New RF security password 1 newSecurityWord2 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.66 INTEGER Read/Write New RF security password 2 newSecurityWord3 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.67 INTEGER Read/Write New RF security password 3 newSecurityWord4 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.68 INTEGER...
  • Page 186 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description linkMonitorPeriod 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.80 INTEGER Read/Write Link monitor period (0-10000): 0 = disabled, 1 - 10,000 = number of data superframes per single test superframe testModeTimer 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.81 INTEGER Read/Write Test mode timer minutes (1-1000) remoteDistance 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.82 INTEGER Read/Write Maximum remote unit distance (km)
  • Page 187 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description communityName2 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.91 DisplayString Read/Write Read-Write access community name (0..15) ethernetAccess 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.92 INTEGER Read Only Ethernet access to local host: 0 = disabled, 1 = enabled wirelessAccess 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.93 INTEGER Read Only Wireless access to local host: 0 = disabled, 1 = enabled config94 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.94...
  • Page 188 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description systemImageSize 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.100.6 INTEGER Read Only System image file size systemImageText 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.100.7 DisplayString(0 Read Only System image descriptive text ..15) config101 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.101 INTEGER Read/Write Spare config102 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.102 INTEGER Read/Write Spare config103 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.103 INTEGER Read/Write Spare config104 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.1.104 INTEGER...
  • Page 189 Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description etherRxDroppedPkts 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.3.4 Counter Read Only Number of received Ethernet packets dropped etherRxDiscardPkts 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.3.5 Counter Read Only Number of received Ethernet packets Discarded etherRxTotalKbytes 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.3.6 Counter Read Only Total Ethernet KBytes received since last reset etherRxBcastKbytes 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.3.7 Counter...
  • Page 190 Using Object Identifier Nodes Group Parameter Address/Node Syntax Access Description rfTxSuperFrameCnt 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.3.25 Counter Read Only Number of RF super fram rfEtoIThroughput 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.3.26 Counter Read Only Ethernet to RF throughp rfItoEThroughput 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.3.27 Counter Read Only RF to Ethernet throughp statistics24 1.3.6.1.4.1.2686.2.3.28 Counter Spare linkMonitorRank1...
  • Page 191 Appendix D: SNMP AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide...

  • Page 192: Overview

    Appendix E: Configuration Via the Web Overview The AWE 120-58 is remotely configurable via the Web using a standard Web browser. All configuration parameters described in previous sections are configurable through this graphical interface. This section explains the process of accessing the web pages provided and comments on the layout of these pages, noting the differences between the Web interface and the menu interface.
  • Page 193 Appendix E: Configuration Via the Web Configuration Interface The layout of Web pages provided mirrors the layout of the menu interface; parameters grouped together in submenus described in previous sections are similarly grouped together in web “subpages”. Links to these pages are provided after user authentication is complete via a menu bar.
  • Page 194 Overview Differences Between the Menu Interface The one appreciable difference between the menu interface and the Web interface is the statistics submenu. For the Web interface, Link Monitor Statistics and RF/Ethernet Statistics, two distinct menus in the menu interface, are combined into one subpage. The link for this page is Monitor Statistics, located in the menu bar.
  • Page 195 Appendix E: Configuration Via the Web AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide...

  • Page 196: Appendix F: Upgrading Software

    Basic network software installed on your PC, including ftp, ping, telnet, SNMP manager (optional) Obtaining New Software Images New software image files are available from the Wi-LAN support web page at www.wilan.com. Uploading Image Software 1. Obtain the new image files.
  • Page 197 Enter the IP address of your unit. c:\wilan\images>ftp 192.168.3.85 Connected to 192.168.3.85 220 Wi-LAN AWE 120-58 Ethernet Bridge FTP Server User (192.168.3.85(none)): Note: ftp must be installed on your PC. 7. Type “awe” and press Enter. The password prompt appears.

  • Page 198: Activating New Software Images

    Activating New Software Images 10. Press Enter . The image file transfers from the PC to the unit. The status of the transfer, the file size and the transfer time are displayed. ftp>put .\<image filename> 200 Port set okay 150 Opening binary mode connection 226 Transfer complete 10484 bytes sent in 0.11 seconds (95.31 Kbytes/sec) ftp>bye...
  • Page 199 Appendix F: Upgrading Software AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide...

  • Page 200: Appendix G: Network Plan Template

    Appendix G: Network Plan Template The following template is suitable for planning a simple point-to-point or point-to-multipoint network. Fill out the “Base Station” section once. Make copies and fill out the “Remote Unit and Link Budget” section once for every remote unit. Base Station Information Configuration Information Base Station Name:...
  • Page 201 Appendix G: Network Plan Template Antenna and Cable Requirements Antenna type Model Antenna mounting location Transmission cable type Length (m) Total number of remote units ______ Notes: AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide...

  • Page 202: Remote Unit Information And Link Budget

    Remote Unit Information and Link Budget Remote Unit Information and Link Budget Remote Unit Center Frequency: Name: IP Address Security 1___________________ Passwords: 2___________________ 3___________________ 4___________________ 5___________________ Subnet Mask: Scrambling Code: Station Type: Remote Unit Acquisition Code: Rank: n = unit number Path Information LOS Availability Distance to Base Station...
  • Page 203 Appendix G: Network Plan Template Antenna and Cable Requirements Antenna Type Model Antenna Mounting Location Transmission Cable Type Length (m) Notes: Link Budget Calculation System Gain + Antenna Gain ≥ Propagation Loss + Desired Fade Margin + Formulas: Cable Losses + Connector Losses Actual Fade Margin ≥...
  • Page 204 Appendix H: Configuration File (Cloning) Configuration File Overview The AWE 120-58 supports the use of a configuration file. This is a text-based file that contains a formatted list of unit configuration settings. It is generated and transferred upon request via the WEB Interface. JUN 2002 Rev 02...

  • Page 205: Appendix H: Configuration File (Cloning)

    Appendix H: Configuration File (Cloning) About Cloning Using a configuration file minimizes the time spent configuring new units that are added to an existing network. By uploading a configuration file from a preconfigured unit, the configuration settings of these new units are updated automatically.

  • Page 206: File Format

    File Format File Format The format of the configuration file is very simple, consisting of “name=value” pairs that represent configuration parameters and their respective values. The following guidelines must be followed to ensure the changes you make are interpreted correctly during the upload process: •...
  • Page 207 Appendix H: Configuration File (Cloning) ENTRY=Pass ENTRY=Pass ENTRY=Pass ENTRY=Pass ARRAY=ipExtBase ENTRY=0.0.0.0 ENTRY=0.0.0.0 ENTRY=0.0.0.0 ARRAY=ipExtRange ENTRY=0 ENTRY=0 ENTRY=0 ARRAY=ipExtState ENTRY=Pass ENTRY=Pass ENTRY=Pass ## VLAN Port Configuration gvrpEnable=Off vlanID=1 ethlinkType=Access ethLinkPty=0 ethAccFrames=All ethIngress=Off ethEgress=Off rfLinkType=Access rfLinkPty=0 rfAccFrames=All rfIngress=Off rfEgress=Off ## VLAN Traffic Class Configuration ARRAY=ethTClass ENTRY=Low ENTRY=Low...
  • Page 208 File Format ENTRY=High ENTRY=High ENTRY=High ENTRY=High ## VLAN Spanning Tree Configuration stpEnable=Off stpBPty=32768 stpEthPty=128 stpRFPty=128 stpEthCost=100 stpRFCost=100 ## RF Station Configuration txStatus=unblocked lmPeriod=0 tmtMins=20 remDist=5 Km lmRank=1 throttle=Off throLevel=1 cirWeight=1 lmonMode=Off userPAC=0 sigMargin=15 ## Radio Module Configuration stnType=Remote Unit stnRank=1 ctrFreq=57874 ARRAY=secPass ENTRY=1...
  • Page 209 Appendix H: Configuration File (Cloning) ethAccess=On rfAccess=On logMins=10 Notes: • Although the file layout resembles that of the menu interface, this is not a requirement. Parameter locations may be rearranged • Possible values for parameters match those assignable through the menu interface. If you wish to edit a setting and are unsure about alternate values, refer to the menu interface sections above.

  • Page 210: Index

    Index uptilt 142 voltage standing wave ratio 143 absorption arrow keys and antennas 143 setting in telnet sessions 32 accessing asymmetric configuration menus 30— 32 base station system type 104 acquisition code 100 attenuation configuring 100 and antennas 139 adding to your network 27 auto logout minutes 120 address automatic logout timeout 120...
  • Page 211 Index and link budget variables 138 scrambling code 99 cabling 9 SNMP NMS trap IP address 43 calculating station type 93 EIRP 138 test mode timer 71 Fresnel radius 140 timeout propagation loss 139 login 120 ceiling, user-specified power 83 unit center frequencies identification 35...
  • Page 212 hyperterminal accessing menu with 30 EIRP starting 149 and link budget variables 137 antennas 145 calculating 138 image files enabling rebooting current 123 sharing on hard disk 156 setting default 122 throttling 82 viewing 38 Env Power 126 installation envelope power 126 block diagram 11 and the link monitor display 126 description of block diagram 11...
  • Page 213 167 system status 168 using 159 MAC address 35 OID nodes unit identification 35 Wi-LAN 158— 170 MAC Filter Entry Age Time Minutes open system 106 setting 43 operating mode 70 main menu 29 configuring using menus 70, 71...
  • Page 214 setting station type 93 RF Statistics 111 specifications 9 RF statistics 111 viewing statistics 111 RF test equipment setup 69 radio module configuration 89 RF transmit status 77 rank configuring 94 viewing images 38 reboot a unit 109 ROM images 38 reboot current image 123 RSSI reboot image 123...
  • Page 215 Index specifications 9 Tx power adjustment, automatic 83 configuration 10 Tx power level environment 10 adjustment 101 general 9 network support 9 radio 9 unit security 10 identification 35 wireless network protocols 10 name 36 spread spectrum, MCDSS 9 unit identification station rank 94 contact name 35 station type 93...
  • Page 216 wireless configuring access via 119 wireless bridge 3 JUN 2002 Rev 02...
  • Page 217 Index AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide...

  • Page 218: Jun 2002 Rev 02

    Product Code: 5700-0046-00-CD Copyright© JUN 2002 Rev 02 We are interested in your comments. Please contact us by email at docfeedback@wi-lan.com if you have any comments about this user guide. AWE 120-58 Ultima3 Series User Guide 5700-0046-00-CD JUN 2002 Rev 02...

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