1: Introduction _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1 Introduction This user manual describes the features and how to configure Virtual Access GW3300 Series routers. Designed for managed network providers, GW3300 Series routers provide secure WAN connectivity for internet and private networking environments over 3G or 4G broadband paths and incorporate optional 802.11n WiFi connectivity.
If only connecting one antenna, screw the antenna into the MAIN SMA connector. If using multiple antennas, screw the antennas into the relevant SMA connectors. Virtual Access supplies a wide range of antennas. Please visit our website: www.virtualaccess.com or contact Virtual Access for more information.
5: Factory configuration extraction from SIM card _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 5 Factory configuration extraction from SIM card Virtual Access routers have a feature to update the factory configuration from a SIM card. This allows you to change the factory configuration of a router when installing the SIM.
7 Configuring Dynamic DNS 7.1 Overview Dynamic DNS (DDNS) functionality on a Virtual Access router will dynamically perform DDNS updates to a server so it can associate an IP address with a correctly associated DNS name. Users can then contact a machine, router, device and so on with a DNS name rather than a dynamic IP address.
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9.1.2 Upgrading router firmware for software versions pre- 72.002 Copy the new firmware issued by Virtual Access to a PC connected to the router. In the top menu, select System tab -> Backup/Flash Firmware. The Flash operations page appears.
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9.1.3 Upgrading router firmware for software version 72.002 and above Copy the new firmware issued by Virtual Access to a PC connected to the router. In the top menu, select System tab > Flash operations. The Flash operations page appears.
11: Using the Command Line Interface _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 11 Using the Command Line Interface This chapter explains how to view Virtual Access routers' log files and edit configuration files using a Command Line Interface (CLI) and the Unified Configuration Interface (UCI) system.
11.3 Configuration files The table below lists common package configuration files that can be edited using uci commands. Other configuration files may also be present depending on the specific options available on the Virtual Access router. File Description Management /etc/config/autoload...
12.2 Monitor Monitor is a Virtual Access proprietary tool, based on SNMP protocol, to monitor wide networks of deployed routers. The router will be configured to send information to Monitor, which is then stored and viewed centrally via the Monitor application. This includes features such as traffic light availability status, syslog and SLA monitoring.
CESoPSN is an abbreviation for “Circuit Emulation Services over Packet Switched Network”. It is defined in IETF RFC5086 and is currently supported on Virtual Access router models fitted with ALL, X.21 or E1/T1 interfaces. It is used to carry an analogue leased line, an X.21 interface, an E1 timeslot or a group of E1 timeslots over a packet...
15.3 Virtual Access proprietary SAToP/CESoPSN protocol extension To compensate for packet loss in the network, Virtual Access implemented a proprietary extension to SAToP/CESoPSN. When enabled, a copy of the previous packet payload is added to the end of the packet. With the help of this mechanism it is possible to overcome the loss of single packets.
Enables the use of the TOS field in the IP header. UCI: cesopd.main.tos_enabled Disabled. Opt: tos_enabled Enabled. Web: TOS Value Note: before changing this value, consult with Virtual Access support. UCI: cesopd.main.tos_enabled Decimal value of the TOS field in the IP Opt: tos_value header.
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15: Configuring SAToP and CESoPSN _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Web: Enable Packet Redundancy Enables a Virtual Access proprietary CESoPSN protocol extension, which can help to overcome packet loss. See the section ‘Virtual UCI: Access proprietary CESoPSN protocol extension’ for more cesopd.[port].va_prop_payload_redundan information. cy_enabled...
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Opt: x21_data_delay Range 0-7. Web:Driver Poll Interval Specifies the driver poll interval in milliseconds. UCI: cesopd.[port].tdm_intvl_ms Note: before changing this value, consult with Virtual Access support. Opt: tdm_intvl_ms Specifies the poll interval. Range 1-10. Table 39: Dual X.21 port settings...
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15: Configuring SAToP and CESoPSN _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ The output provided by cesop show debug is intended for Virtual Access support technicians and therefore the interpretation of the output produced by cesop show debug command is not explained here. root@VA_router:~# cesop show debug...
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If enabled, the blackbox records instances of packet loss or the late transmission and reception of packets. The information stored in the blackbox can help Virtual Access support analyse problems such as excessive jitter and packet loss. The information in the blackbox is intended for Virtual Access technicians and therefore, the interpretation of the output produced by cesop blackbox show command is not explained here.
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The command cesop upgrade usbcard re-programs the E1 card with the image in /lib/firmware/va-userial.bin The command is used for software upgrade of the E1 card. If an upgrade is necessary the image will be provided by Virtual Access. The upgrade process is logged on syslog. root@VA_router:~# cesop upgrade usbcard...
17: Configuring VLAN _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17 Configuring VLAN 17.1 Maximum number of VLANs supported Virtual Access’ routers support up to 4095 VLANs. 17.2 Configuration package used Package Sections Network 17.3 Configuring VLAN using the web interface 17.3.1 Create a VLAN interface To configure VLAN using the web interface, in the top menu, select Network - >Interfaces.
18.1 Configuring VLAN PCP tagging Virtual Access routers have the capability to respect and set PCP priority values inside 802.1Q VLAN tagged frames. The following partial export of network configuration shows how to configure VLAN priorities for specific interfaces (VLANs).
19: QoS: type of service _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 19 QoS: type of service Virtual Access routers are capable of implementing quality of service configurations on a per interface basis, which allows traffic prioritisation based on type of service criteria parameters. 19.1 QoS configuration overview...
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 22 Configuring a WiFi connection This section explains how to configure WiFi on a Virtual Access router using the web interface or via UCI. WiFi can act as an Access Point (AP) to another device in the network or it can act as a client to an existing AP.
26 Automatic operator selection This section describes how to configure and operate the Automatic Operator Selection feature of a Virtual Access router. When the roaming SIM is connected, the radio module has the ability to scan available networks. The router, using mobile and multi-WAN packages, finds available networks to create and sort interfaces according to their signal strength.
If you need to create an IPSec template for DMVPN, read the chapter ‘Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Network (DMVPN)’. The number of IPSec tunnels supported by Virtual Access’ routers is not limited in any way by software; the only hardware limitation is the amount of RAM installed on the device.
New hubs can be added to the network to improve the performances and reliability. Ability to carry multicast and main routing protocols traffic (RIP, OSPF, BGP). • DMVPN can be deployed using Activator, the Virtual Access automated • provisioning system. Simplifies branch communications by enabling direct branch to branch •...
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 36 Event system Virtual Access routers feature an event system. It allows you to forward router events to predefined targets for efficient control and management of devices. This chapter explains how the event system works and how to configure it using UCI commands.
38 Configuring SLA for a router SLA reporting works in two parts: 1. The Virtual Access Monitor system server connects via SSH into the router and schedules the task of uploading statistics to Monitor. 2. The Virtual Access router monitors UDP keepalive packets. It creates and stores statistics in bins.
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