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Wimax 802.16e self-install residential gateway
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  • Page 1 RG230 WiMAX 802.16e Self-Install Residential Gateway User Guide...
  • Page 3 User Guide RG230 Indoor IEEE 802.16e-2005 Mobile WiMAX Gateway, with 2.3/2.5/3.5 GHz Frequency Band Support, Four LAN (RJ-45) Ports, Two Optional VoIP (RJ-11) Ports, and Optional 802.11g Wi-Fi...
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  • Page 5: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

    Compliances Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 6 EC Conformance Declaration 0682 Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards: • EN 60950-1 (IEC 60950-1) - Product Safety • EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-4, EN 302 326-2 (V1.2.2), EN 302 326-3 (V1.2.2) - EMC requirements for radio equipment This device is intended for use in all European Community countries.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    About This Guide Purpose This guide details the hardware features of the WiMAX 802.16e Self-Install Residential Gateway including its physical and performance-related characteristics, and how to install the device and use its configuration software. Audience This guide is for PC users with a working knowledge of computers. You should be familiar with basic networking concepts.
  • Page 8 December 2008 Revision This is the first revision of this guide. This guide is valid for software release v0.2.0.3.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Wi-Fi Status Indicator LED WiMAX Signal Indicator LEDs 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX LAN Ports VoIP Phone Ports Power Adapter Socket Reset Button Chapter 2: Installing the RG230 Package Checklist Installation Overview Select a Location Cable Connections Chapter 3: Initial Configuration Accessing the Web Management Interface...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents DHCP Client List Virtual Server Port Mapping Firewall Firewall Options Client Filtering MAC Control Route 5-10 UPnP 5-11 Chapter 6: WiMAX Settings User Account Settings Subscriber Station Information Antenna Setting Chapter 7: VoIP Settings SIP Account Dial Plan Call Feature Appendix A: Troubleshooting Diagnosing LED Indicators...
  • Page 11 Table of Contents RJ-11 Ports Appendix D: License Information The GNU General Public License Glossary Index...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents viii...
  • Page 13 Tables Table 1-1 RG230 Models Table 1-2 Power Status LED Table 1-3 Wi-Fi Status LED Table 1-4 WiMAX Signal Status LEDs Table 1-5 LAN Port Status LEDs Table 4-1 System Settings Table 5-1 Gateway Configuration Table 6-1 WiMAX Settings Table A-1 Troubleshooting Chart Table C-1.
  • Page 14 Figures Figure 1-1 Front of the RG230 Figure 1-2 RG230 LED Indicators Figure 1-3 Back of the RG230 Figure 1-4 Base of the RG230 Figure 2-1 RG230 Connections Figure 3-1 Login Page Figure 3-2 Home Page Figure 3-3 WiMAX Login...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Ethernet LAN. The device enables a service provider to deliver last mile broadband wireless access as an alternative to wired DSL or cable modems. The RG230 is a plug-and-play device. There are two available models for each of the 2.3, 2.5, and 3.5 GHz WiMAX frequency bands. Which model you use will depend on the frequency band of your service provider’s WiMAX service.
  • Page 16 Introduction The initial configuration steps can be made through the web browser interface using the Setup Wizard. It is recommended to make the initial changes by connecting a PC directly to one of the RG230’s LAN ports.

  • Page 17: Rg230 Hardware Description

    RG230 Hardware Description RG230 Hardware Description The front of the RG230 provides an array of system status indicators. The back includes four LAN ports for 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connections, two RJ-11 VoIP phone ports (on some models), and a DC power jack.

  • Page 18: Scan Button

    Two antennas are included with the RG230 for WiMAX communications. The omnidirectional antennas transmit and receive signals in all directions equally. Wi-Fi Option The RG230 3.5 GHz model includes the 802.11b/g Wi-Fi option. This unit includes internal antennas for local wireless connections to PCs. Power Status Indicator LED The RG230 includes a Power LED indicator that simplifies installation and WiMAX network troubleshooting.

  • Page 19: Wi-Fi Status Indicator Led

    RG230 Hardware Description Wi-Fi Status Indicator LED The 3.5 GHz RG230 model, which supports Wi-Fi operation, includes a Wi-Fi LED indicator that displays the Wi-FI network status. The LED, which is located on the front panel, is described in the following table.

  • Page 20: 10Base-T/100Base-Tx Lan Ports

    VoIP calls over the Internet. Power Adapter Socket The power socket is located on the rear panel of the RG230. The power socket is for the AC power adapter connection. The unit is powered on when connected to its AC power adapter, and the power adapter is connected to an AC power source between 100-240 volts at 50-60Hz.

  • Page 21: Figure 1-4 Base Of The Rg230

    RG230 Hardware Description Reset Button Figure 1-4 Base of the RG230...
  • Page 22 Introduction...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2: Installing The Rg230

    • User Guide CD Installation Overview Before installing the RG230, verify that you have all the items listed in the package checklist above. If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your local dealer. Also, be sure you have all the necessary tools and cabling before installing the RG230.

  • Page 24: Cable Connections

    Installing the RG230 Cable Connections The RG230 is a plug-and-play device, so once it has been connected to your PC and powered up, it is fully operable. Functioning as a gateway, the unit routes traffic between a WiMAX service provider’s base station and PCs or notebooks in the local network.
  • Page 25 (Optional) Connect one or two standard (analog) telephone sets to the RG230’s VoIP ports using standard telephone cable with RJ-11 plugs. The RG230 enables VoIP calls to be made through the unit using a standard (analog) telephone set connected to a VoIP port, or from PCs or other network devices connected to the LAN ports.
  • Page 26 Installing the RG230...

  • Page 27: Chapter 3: Initial Configuration

    Setup Wizard or Advanced Setup options. Accessing the Web Management Interface The RG230 has a default IP address of 192.168.1.1 and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. If your PC is set to have an IP address assigned by DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), you can connect immediately to the web management interface.

  • Page 28: Home Page

    Initial Configuration Home Page The home page displays the current status of the WiMAX connection. To configure basic settings for the current operating mode, click Setup Wizard. For more information, see “Initial Configuration” on page 3-1. Alternatively, to configure more detailed settings, click Advanced Setup. For more information, see “The Advanced Setup Menu”...

  • Page 29: Using The Setup Wizard

    Using the Setup Wizard Using the Setup Wizard The Setup Wizard takes you through the basic configuration steps for the RG230. Launching the Setup Wizard– To perform basic configuration, click Setup Wizard on the home page. When configuring the unit through the Setup Wizard you will need to proceed through the following steps: WiMAX Login –...

  • Page 30: Figure 3-4 Apply Settings

    Initial Configuration Apply Settings – Click “Apply” to confirm the basic settings. Figure 3-4 Apply Settings Basic Setup Finished – When the Setup Wizard steps are completed the unit reboots and attempts to connect to the specified WiMAX network. Click on the Home button to return to the Home page.

  • Page 31: The Advanced Setup Menu

    The Advanced Setup Menu The Advanced Setup Menu The Advanced Setup menu provides access to all the configuration settings available for the RG230. Figure 3-6 Advanced Setup Each primary menu item is sumarized below with links to the relevant section in this guide where configuration parameters are described in detail: •...
  • Page 32 Initial Configuration...

  • Page 33: Chapter 4: System Settings

    Chapter 4: System Settings The RG230’s System menu allows you to perform general management functions for the unit, including setting the system time, configuring an access password, and upgrading the system software. The System pages include the following options. Table 4-1 System Settings...

  • Page 34: System Status

    System Settings System Status The system status page displays connectivity status information for the unit’s WiMAX (WAN) and LAN interfaces, firmware and hardware version numbers, and the number of clients connected to your network. Figure 4-1 System Status – Internet INTERNET –...

  • Page 35: Figure 4-3 System Status - Voip

    System Status • DHCP Server – Displays the DHCP server status. • Firewall – Displays the firewall status. Figure 4-3 System Status – VoIP VoIP STATUS – Displays the VoIP phone status: • Phone 1 Status – Displays the SIP status of phone line 1. •...

  • Page 36: Administrator Settings

    Figure 4-6 Firmware Update Firmware Update – Downloads an operation code file from the web management station to the RG230 using HTTP. Use the Browse button to locate the code file locally on the management station and click Apply to proceed.

  • Page 37: Configuration Tools

    Figure 4-8 Restore Factory Default Configuration System Time The RG230 uses the Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) to set its internal clock based on periodic updates from a time server. Maintaining an accurate time on the device enables the system log to record meaningful dates and times for event entries.

  • Page 38: Figure 4-9 System Time

    System Settings Figure 4-9 System Time Time Protocol – Select SNTP to enable the unit to set its internal clock based on periodic updates from a time server. The unit acts as an SNTP client, periodically sending time synchronization requests to a specified time server. Alternatively, you can select “None”...

  • Page 39: Reset

    Reset Reset The Reset page allows you to restart the device’s software. If the unit stops responding correctly or in some way stops functioning, performing a reset can clear the condition. Figure 4-10 Reset Unit Reset – Resets the unit. All current settings are retained.
  • Page 40 System Settings...

  • Page 41: Chapter 5: Gateway Configuration

    Chapter 5: Gateway Configuration The information in this chapter covers the configuration options for the RG230’s Internet gateway functions. The RG230 provides comprehensive firewall features and NAT isolation for Internet traffic passing from the WiMAX service provider to the local network connected to the LAN ports.

  • Page 42: Lan

    Gateway Configuration The RG230 must have a valid IP address for management using a web browser and to support other features. The unit has a default IP address of 192.168.1.1. You can use this IP address or assign another address that is compatible with your existing local network.

  • Page 43: Dhcp Client List

    "internal" IP addresses to one "external" IP address on devices at the edge of a network. For the RG230, the internal (local) IP addresses are the IP addresses assigned to local PCs by the DHCP server, and the external IP address is the IP address assigned to the WiMAX interface.

  • Page 44: Figure 5-3 Virtual Server

    Figure 5-3 Virtual Server Private IP – The IP address of the server on the local Ethernet network. The specified address must be in the same subnet as the RG230 and its DHCP server address pool. (Range: 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.254) Private Port –...

  • Page 45: Port Mapping

    Port Mapping Some applications, such as Internet gaming, videoconferencing, Internet telephony and others, require multiple connections. These applications cannot work with Network Address Translation (NAT) enabled. If you need to run applications that require multiple connections, use port mapping to specify the additional public ports to be opened for each application.

  • Page 46: Dmz

    Firewall The RG230 provides extensive firewall protection by restricting connection parameters to limit the risk of intrusion and defending against a wide array of common hacker attacks. You can also block access to the Internet from clients on the local network based on IP addresses and TCP/UDP port numbers, or specific MAC addresses.

  • Page 47: Firewall Options

    Firewall Firewall Options The RG230’s firewall enables access control of client PCs, blocks common hacker attacks, including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Ping of Death, Smurf Attack, TCP null scan, ICMP defect, and TCP SYN flooding. The firewall does not significantly affect system performance and it is best to leave it enabled to protect your network.

  • Page 48: Client Filtering

    Gateway Configuration Client Filtering You can block access to the Internet from clients on the local network by specifying IP addresses and TCP/UDP port numbers. You can configure up to five IP filters on the unit. Figure 5-8 Client Filtering Settings Enable Client Filter –...

  • Page 49: Mac Control

    Firewall MAC Control You can block access to the Internet from clients on the local network by MAC addresses. You can configure up to 20 MAC address filters on the unit. Figure 5-9 MAC Control MAC Address Control – Enables the feature. (Default: Enabled) Block Connect to Internet –...

  • Page 50: Route

    Gateway Configuration Route The Routing Table displays the list of static routes on the unit. Figure 5-10 Routing Table Destination LAN IP – The IP address that identifies the IP subnet of the remote network. Subnet Mask – The mask that identifies the IP subnet of the remote network. Gateway –...

  • Page 51: Upnp

    UPnP UPnP UPnP (Universal Plug and Play Forum) provides inter-connectivity between devices supported by the same standard. Figure 5-11 UPnP Setting UPnP – Enables UpnP support on the unit. (Default: Disabled) 5-11...
  • Page 52 Gateway Configuration 5-12...

  • Page 53: Chapter 6: Wimax Settings

    Chapter 6: WiMAX Settings The RG230’s WiMAX menu enables you to configure WiMAX network user authentication, view subscriber station information, and select an operating antenna. The WiMAX pages include the following options. Table 6-1 WiMAX Settings Menu Description Page Account...

  • Page 54: Subscriber Station Information

    WiMAX Settings Subscriber Station Information The SSInfo page displays information about the software versions on the RG230 unit. Note: The current WiMAX connection status is described under the section “Home Page” on page 3-2. Figure 6-2 Subscriber Station Information Firmware Version – The version of software code running on the unit.

  • Page 55: Antenna Setting

    Antenna Setting Antenna Setting The RG230 provides the option of using an external antenna instead of the omnidirectional antennas supplied with the unit. Note: External antennas are not currently supported on the RG230. The only valid setting is “Omni.” Figure 6-3 WiMAX Antenna Setting...
  • Page 56 WiMAX Settings...

  • Page 57: Chapter 7: Voip Settings

    Real-Time Protocol (RTP), which streams the encoded voice data across the network. You can make VoIP calls by connecting a regular phone to one of the RG230’s RJ-11 Phone ports. You can also make VoIP calls from your computer using a VoIP application with a simple microphone and computer speakers.

  • Page 58: Sip Account

    VoIP Settings SIP Account From the VoIP SIP Account page, you can view the SIP account numbers that have been provided by the service operator. Figure 7-1 SIP Account Settings Phone 1 Number – The first SIP account user number provided by the service operator.

  • Page 59: Dial Plan

    Dial Plan Dial Plan Dial-plan strings specify key sequences used for specific calling features (Transfer, New Call, 3-way conference), as well as defining call restriction filters. A dial plan can filter the number and pattern of digits that a user dials to reach a particular telephone number.
  • Page 60 VoIP Settings Table 7-1. Dial Plan Elements Element Example Description [125-8] Limits a dialed digit to specified values or a range of values. The example specifies that only digits 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, and 8 are permitted. xx.t The timeout indicator that can placed after dialed digits or at the end of the dial-plan string.

  • Page 61: Call Feature

    Call Feature Call Feature The RG230 allows you to configure several call features, such as call waiting and call-forwarding. Other call features can be implemented by pressing specific phone buttons or entering dial patterns. The table below describes the various call features available.

  • Page 62: Call Features

    VoIP Settings Figure 7-3 Call Features Call Waiting – Enables a call waiting alert. If during a call there is another incoming call, an alert tone is heard. You can place the active call on hold (press the “Flash,” “Flash Hook,” or “Hold” button on the phone) and switch to the incoming call. (Default: Disabled) Call Waiting Timeout –...

  • Page 63: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Appendix A: Troubleshooting Diagnosing LED Indicators Table A-1 Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Action Power LED is Off • AC power adapter may be disconnected. Check connections between the unit, the AC power adapter, and the wall outlet. Power LED is Red •...

  • Page 64: Forgot Or Lost The Password

    Troubleshooting • Check that the management station has a valid network connection and that the Ethernet port that you are using has not been disabled. • Check the network cabling between the management station and the unit. If the problem is not resolved, try using a different port or a different cable. Forgot or Lost the Password Set the unit to its default configuration by pressing the reset button on the back panel for 5 seconds or more.

  • Page 65: Appendix B: Specifications

    Appendix B: Specifications Physical Specifications Ports 4 LAN ports, 10/100BASE-TX with auto-negotiation, RJ-45 connector (Optional) 2 FXS ports (PHONE1, PHONE2), RJ-11 connector Network Interface RJ-45 connector, auto MDI/X: 10BASE-T: RJ-45 (100-ohm, UTP cable; Category 3 or better) 100BASE-TX: RJ-45 (100-ohm, UTP cable; Category 5 or better) LED Indicators System: Power, WiMAX signal strength, WiFi Ports: Link/Activity...

  • Page 66: Wimax Specifications

    Specifications WiMAX Specifications Antennas Omnidirectional: Included dual dipole antennas Transmit: Single antenna Receive: Two antennas using Maximal-Ratio Combining (MRC) Gain: 5 dBi at 2.5 GHz, 4 dBi at 3.5 GHz Impedance: 50 Ohm Operating Frequency ETSI: 3.4–3.6 GHz FCC-2.3: 2305-2320 MHz, 2345-2360 MHz FCC-2.5: 2483.5-2690 MHz The operation methods and device behavior from 2483.5 MHz to 2500 MHz, which has only one channel at 2490 MHz and a channel bandwidth of 10 MHz for...

  • Page 67: Voip Specifications

    VoIP Specifications VoIP Specifications Voice Signaling Protocol SIP v2 (RFC 3261) Voice Codec G.711 (a-law and u-law) G.726 G.729ab G.723.1 Voice Quality VAD (Voice Activity Detection) CNG (Comfortable Noise Generation) Echo cancellation (G.165/G.168) Adaptive jitter buffer, up to 200 milliseconds DTMF tone detection and generation Call Features Call transfer...
  • Page 68 Specifications Wi-Fi Radio Signal Certification FCC CFR 47 Part 15 Subpart C EN 300 328 Safety cTUVus + TUV/SUD Standards IEEE 802.16e-2005 WAVE 1 and WAVE 2 IEEE 802.3-2005 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g UPnP...

  • Page 69: Appendix C: Cables And Pinouts

    Appendix C: Cables and Pinouts Twisted-Pair Cable Assignments For 10/100BASE-TX connections, a twisted-pair cable must have two pairs of wires. Each wire pair is identified by two different colors. For example, one wire might be green and the other, green with white stripes. Also, an RJ-45 connector must be attached to both ends of the cable.

  • Page 70: Straight-Through Wiring

    Cables and Pinouts Table C-1. 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts MDI-X Signal Name MDI Signal Name Receive Data plus (RD+) Transmit Data plus (TD+) Receive Data minus (RD-) Transmit Data minus (TD-) Transmit Data plus (TD+) Receive Data plus (RD+) Transmit Data minus (TD-) Receive Data minus (RD-) Not used...

  • Page 71: Rj-11 Ports

    RJ-11 Ports RJ-11 Ports Standard telephone RJ-11 connectors and cabling can be found in several common wiring patterns. These six-pin connectors can accommodate up to three wire pairs (three telephone lines), but usually only one or two pairs of conductor pins and wires are implemented.
  • Page 72 Cables and Pinouts...

  • Page 73: Appendix D: License Information

    Appendix D: License Information This product includes copyrighted third-party software subject to the terms of the GNU General Public License (GPL), GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL), or other related free software licences. The GPL code used in this product is distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and is subject to the copyrights of one or more authors.
  • Page 74 License Information We protect your rights with two steps: (1) copyright the software, and (2) offer you this license which gives you legal permission to copy, distribute and/or modify the software. Also, for each author's protection and ours, we want to make certain that everyone understands that there is no warranty for this free software.
  • Page 75 The GNU General Public License a). You must cause the modified files to carry prominent notices stating that you changed the files and the date of any change. b). You must cause any work that you distribute or publish, that in whole or in part contains or is derived from the Program or any part thereof, to be licensed as a whole at no charge to all third parties under the terms of this License.
  • Page 76 License Information c). Accompany it with the information you received as to the offer to distribute corresponding source code. (This alternative is allowed only for noncommercial distribution and only if you received the program in object code or executable form with such an offer, in accord with Subsection b above.) The source code for a work means the preferred form of the work for making modifications to it.
  • Page 77 The GNU General Public License consequence you may not distribute the Program at all. For example, if a patent license would not permit royalty-free redistribution of the Program by all those who receive copies directly or indirectly through you, then the only way you could satisfy both it and this License would be to refrain entirely from distribution of the Program.
  • Page 78 License Information NO WARRANTY 11. BECAUSE THE PROGRAM IS LICENSED FREE OF CHARGE, THERE IS NO WARRANTY FOR THE PROGRAM, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. EXCEPT WHEN OTHERWISE STATED IN WRITING THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND/OR OTHER PARTIES PROVIDE THE PROGRAM "AS IS"...

  • Page 79: Glossary

    Glossary 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3-2005 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over two pairs of Category 3 or better UTP cable. 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.3-2005 specification for 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over two pairs of Category 5 or better UTP cable. Access Point An Wi-Fi internetworking device that seamlessly connects wired and wireless networks.
  • Page 80 Glossary bandwidth, which is measured in Megahertz (MHz). WiMAX supports a range of channel bandwidths that can be defined by the service operator depending on performance requirements, operating preferences, and regulatory constraints. CPE (Customer-Premises Equipment) Terminal equipment provided by a service provider that is located at a subscriber’s premises and supports a communication channel between a customer and the service provider.
  • Page 81 Glossary IEEE 802.16e The WiMAX standard that provides mobile broadband wireless access using Scalable Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (SOFDMA). IEEE 802.1X Port Authentication controls access to the switch ports by requiring users to first enter a user ID and password for authentication. Internet Service Provider A company that offers an access service that connects customers to the Internet.
  • Page 82 Glossary Receive Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) A measurement of the strength of a received wireless signal. The higher the RSSI value, the stronger the received signal from the antenna. Roaming The process where a WiMAX subscriber can move onto another operator’s network while maintaining a continuous connection.
  • Page 83 Glossary Tunneled Transport Layer Security (TTLS) EAP-TTLS is a protocol extension of EAP-TLS. The authentication server is authenticated to the client using its Certification Authority certificate, this establishes a secure “tunnel” through which the client is then authenticated. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) An easy-to-read character string that is used to represent a resource available on the Internet.
  • Page 84 Glossary Glossary-6...

  • Page 85: Index

    Index GPL information AC power adapter administrator password, setting hacker attack, prevention 5-6, 5-7 administrator settings hardware, description Advanced Setup menu antennas auto-logout time installation, connecting cables Internet connection, block Internet gateway settings button, Reset IP address IP filters cable assignments cable connections LAN status information checklist...
  • Page 86 Index private IP system clock, setting private port system indicators 1-3, 1-4 public port system information system status system time rear panel sockets reboot unit 4-7, A-2 Reset button time updates resetting the unit troubleshooting 4-7, A-2 RJ-45 ports runtime code version upgrading software UPnP 5-11...
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