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Rocket Access Point
V1.0
User Guide
June 2011

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  • Page 1 Rocket Access Point V1.0 User Guide June 2011...
  • Page 2 Notices The contents of this document and the associated software are the property of Utility Associates, Inc. Any reproduction in whole or in part is strictly prohibited. For additional copies of this document or software, please contact Utility Associates. Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Utility Associates.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Hardware Setup Overview .............................. 1 Connecting cables within the RAP’s Enclosure ....................2 Connecting cables outside the RAP’s Enclosure ....................7 Configuring your RAP Overview ........................... 9 Basic Setup ..................................9 Main Page ..................................10 Wireless Page ................................11 Setting up your wireless configuration ......................

  • Page 4: Hardware Setup Overview

    Hardware Setup Overview Your RAP is a self-contained unit within its own housing. The unit has been factory setup with its default configuration however, you should familiarize yourself with each connection as a reference for any possible maintenance and or trouble shooting in the unlikely event that your RAP does not function as designed.

  • Page 5: Connecting Cables Within The Rap's Enclosure

    Connecting cables within the RAP’s Enclosure Ensure that the unit is powered off. This is accomplished by removing the barrel connector on the cable with the RED tag on it; please insure this connector does not come in connect with any metallic objects. i.
  • Page 6 Connect the RAP’s internal antenna cables to each of the respective ports located on the inside front enclosures housing. Inside front enclosure Ensure that the long ‘rubber duck” barrel antenna is attached to the 2.4 GHz port located directly next to the DB9 connection on the same side as the 5 GHz antenna connectors.
  • Page 7 3. Once all antenna connections have been attached correctly, attach the barrel connector to the RAP power access port located directly above the console port. Note: Please make sure that these connections are made properly and tightened accordingly. 4. Connect the power cable to POE adapter. Rocket Access Point...
  • Page 8 Note: The following picture is the side view of the Rocket inside the RAP. The Ethernet, Console, and 802.11 5GHz (A&B) ports are diificult to see while housed inside the RAP’s shell. Rubber duck 2.4 GHz 802.11 5GHz-A Console Port 802.11 5GHz-B Ethernet Ports From top to bottom: Console port, RAP's Ethernet ports, top and bottoms WiFi ports on the inside of the RAP’s...
  • Page 9 5. Connect an Ethernet cable from one of the RAP's three (3) Ethernet LAN ports to the POE Switch port located on the front of the internal mount that secures the RAP unit in the enclosure on the inside of the RAP’s enclosure.

  • Page 10: Connecting Cables Outside The Rap's Enclosure

    Connecting cables outside the RAP’s Enclosure Locate the cabling access port on the bottom side the enclosure. This is where your internal network-POE CAT 5/6 patch cable will be inserted to complete the LAN connections. Connect the bottom Ethernet port to a POE adapter. This port is used to power on the RAP, as stated in the previous section.
  • Page 11 Connect this end to the top Ethernet port of the RAP’s enclosure. Connect the bottom Ethernet port to a POE adapter. This port is used to power on the RAP. Rocket Access Point...

  • Page 12: Configuring Your Rap Overview

    Configuring your RAP Overview Please insure all POE and Ethernet cabling is correctly configured before proceeding. Basic RAP Configuration Setup If your RAP is not powered on, please do so. The default IP address for access and configuration of the RAP is 192.168.10.1. You MUST configure the computer you will be utilizing to configure the RAP to have a static IP address within the same addressing schema of the RAP to communicate with the unit i.
  • Page 13 4. This is the RAP's homepage. By default the username is admin and the password is admin. 5. Login to the RAP Note: The User MUST check and select the ‘save’ button on EACH of the RAP’s configuration pages they make changes too prior to moving onto the next configuration page.

  • Page 14: Main Page

    Main Page This screen displays the current state of your RAP. Any changes implemented will be shown in this screen. Serial: Identification number to be referenced to Utility Associates Device Name: Name which may be used to identify your device internally Network Mode: As an access point, this should display "bridge"...

  • Page 15: Wireless Page

    Wireless Page Do not forget your pre-shared key as it will be needed to allow devices to connect to your RAP Wireless Mode Displays that your RAP is acting as an Access Point SSID Your wireless network name The Channel The channel of your wireless network UA Channel channel option for connected Rockets...

  • Page 16: Setting Up Your Wireless Configuration

    Setting up your wireless configuration Enter a valid SSID in the SSID field for your organization. Select a channel option for your wireless network in the Channel field. Select `A` or `B` for the UA Channel field. Rocket speed optimization. (Optional) The default is preferred unless you are running more than a couple RAPs within close proximity.

  • Page 17: Network Mode

    Network Mode Bridge IP Address: If DHCP is selected, the IP address will be given out by your router. If you choose this option you will need access to the router to identify the IP Address given to your RAP. You can associate the RAP on your router by the MAC address displayed on the `Main` page.

  • Page 18: Services Page

    Services Page   By default the web pages are accessible through 'https' which is port 443. By default, the webpage session timeout is set to 20 minutes. You may change this as well. Enable Https: Displays whether the RAP web pages are using SSL. Server Port: Displays the port for the RAP web pages.

  • Page 19: Setting Rap Services

    Setting RAP Services You may change the port of the web pages by entering in a valid port number into the Server Port field. By default the web pages are accessible through 'https' which is port 443. If the Enable Https field is checked, this means your RAP will be configured to use SSL (Secure Socket Layers).

  • Page 20: System Page

    System Page By default the device name is UA-RAP. You may change this name if you wish. This name may be useful for internal tracking purposes. By default the password for logging into the RAP's webpage is admin. It is highly suggested that you change this.

  • Page 21: System Administration

    System Administration Change the device name by entering your preferred name in the Device Name field. This name may be useful for internal tracking purposes. Change the password for the RAP web pages by selecting the Change Password field, then entering your password twice in the Password fields.

  • Page 22: Faq

    A1: Ensure that the security settings on both devices are set correctly. For help setting up the Rocket please see the Rocket documentation, or contact Rocket Support. A2: If you are still experiencing issues with you RAP please contact Rocket Support. For additional assistance please contact our Support Team at rocket.support@utility.com or (678) 892-8382 Rocket Access Point...
  • Page 23 © 2011 Utility, Inc. 1484 Brockett Road Tucker, Georgia 30084 (404) 816-0300...

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