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  • Page 1 AirWorks AWK-4131A User’s Manual Edition 5.0, October 2017 www.moxa.com/product © 2017 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Technical Support Contact Information

    AirWorks AWK-4131A User’s Manual The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Copyright Notice © 2017 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks The MOXA logo is a registered trademark of Moxa Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............................1-1 Overview ............................1-2 Package Checklist ..........................1-2 Product Features ..........................1-2 Product Specifications ......................... 1-3 Functional Design ..........................1-6 LED Indicators ..........................1-6 Beeper ............................1-7 Reset Button ..........................1-7 Relay (Digital Output) ........................1-8 Getting Started ..........................
  • Page 4 Restart ............................3-67 Logout ............................3-67 Software Installation/Configuration ....................4-1 Overview ............................4-2 Wireless Search Utility ......................... 4-2 Installing Wireless Search Utility ....................4-2 Configuring Wireless Search Utility ....................4-5 Other Console Configurations ......................5-1 RS-232 Console Configuration (115200, None, 8, 1, VT100) ..............5-2 Configuration by Telnet and SSH Consoles .....................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction The AWK-4131A industrial a/b/g/n high-speed wireless access point (AP) products are ideal wireless solutions for hard-to-wire applications that use mobile equipment connected over a TCP/IP network. The AWK-4131A is rated to operate at temperatures ranging from -40 to 75°C and is rugged enough for any harsh industrial environment.

  • Page 6: Overview

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Introduction Overview The AWK-4131A outdoor wireless access point is an ideal solution for industrial applications that are hard to wire, too expensive to wire, or use mobile equipment that connect to a TCP/IP network. The AWK-4131A is rated to operate at temperatures ranging from -40 to 75°C, and its dust-tight and weatherproof design is IP68-rated.

  • Page 7: Product Specifications

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Introduction Product Specifications WLAN Interface Standards: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n for Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11i for Wireless Security IEEE 802.3 for 10BaseT IEEE 802.3u for 100BaseT(X) IEEE 802.3ab for 1000BaseT IEEE 802.3af for Power-over-Ethernet IEEE 802.1D for Spanning Tree Protocol IEEE 802.1w for Rapid STP...
  • Page 8 AirWorks AWK-4131A Introduction Transmitter Power: 802.11b: Typ. 26±1.5 dBm @ 1 Mbps, Typ. 26±1.5 dBm @ 2 Mbps Typ. 26±1.5 dBm @ 5.5 Mbps, Typ. 25±1.5 dBm @ 11 Mbps 802.11g: Typ. 23±1.5 dBm @ 6 to 24 Mbps, Typ. 21±1.5 dBm @ 36 Mbps Typ.

  • Page 9: Physical Characteristics

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Introduction Interface Default Antennas: 2 dual-band omni-directional antennas, 5 dBi at 2.4 GHz, 2 dBi at 5 GHz, N-type (male) Connector for External Antennas: N-Type (female), 500 V insulation LAN Ports: 1, RJ45, 10/100/1000BaseT(X) auto negotiation speed, F/H duplex mode, and auto MDI/MDI-X...

  • Page 10: Functional Design

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Introduction ATTENTION The AWK-4131A is NOT a portable mobile device and should be located at least 20 cm away from the human body. The AWK-4131A is NOT designed for the general public. To deploy AWK-4131As and establish a wireless network safely, a well-trained technician is required for installation.

  • Page 11: Beeper

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Introduction Color State Description WLAN function is in Client/Client-Router/Slave mode Green Blinking WLAN’s data communication is in Client/Client-Router/Slave mode WLAN is not in operation WLAN WLAN function is in AP/Master mode Amber Blinking WLAN’s data communication is in AP/Master mode WLAN is not in operation LAN port’s 1000 Mbps link is active...

  • Page 12: Relay (Digital Output)

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Introduction Relay (Digital Output) The AWK-4131A has one relay output, which consists of the 2 contacts for the 8-pin M12 connector on the bottom panel, as shown below. These relay contacts forward system failure and user-configured events. The two wires attached to the relay contacts form an open circuit when a user-configured event is triggered. If a user-configured event does not occur, the relay circuit will remain closed.

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter explains how to install Moxa’s AirWorks AWK-4131A for the first time, quickly set up your wireless network, and test whether the connection is running well. With the function guide, you can easily locate the functions you need.

  • Page 14: First-Time Installation And Configuration

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Getting Started First-Time Installation and Configuration Before installing the AWK-4131A, make sure all items in the Package Checklist are in the box. In addition, you will need access to a notebook computer or PC equipped with an Ethernet port. The AWK-4131A has a default IP address that you must use when connecting to the device for the first time.

  • Page 15: Communication Testing

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Getting Started NOTE Default user name and password: User Name: admin Password: moxa (starting with firmware version 1.4) root (up to firmware version 1.3) For security reasons, we strongly recommend changing the default password. To do so, select Maintenance >...

  • Page 16: Function Guide

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Getting Started SSID: Moxa AWK-4131A IP: 192.168.127.253 PING Notebook B Notebook A IP: 192.168.127.1 IP: 192.168.127.2 Testing Method for two or more AWK-4131As If you have two or more AWK-4131As, you will need a second notebook B equipped with an Ethernet port. Use the default settings for the first AWK-4131A connected to notebook A and change the second or third AWK-4131A connected to notebook B to Client mode.
  • Page 17 AirWorks AWK-4131A Getting Started Quick overview of the AWK-4131A’s status General Setup for administering the AWK-4131A Essential settings related to establishing a wireless network Advanced features to support additional network management and secure wired and wireless communication Note: These advanced functions are all optional.
  • Page 18 AirWorks AWK-4131A Getting Started Application-oriented device management functions to set up events, traps, and reactions via relay warning, e-mail, and SNMP notification Note: These functions are all optional. Current status information for monitoring wired/wireless network performance, advanced services, and device management functions.

  • Page 19: Web Console Configuration

    Web Console Configuration In this chapter, we will explain each web management page of the web-based console configuration. Moxa’s easy-to-use management functions will help you set up your AWK-4131A, as well as establish and maintain your wireless network easily. The following topics are covered in this chapter: ...

  • Page 20: Configuration By Web Browser

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Configuration by Web Browser Moxa AWK-4131A’s web browser interface provides a convenient way to modify its configuration and access the built-in monitoring and network administration functions. The recommended web browser is Microsoft ® Internet Explorer 7.0 or 8.0 with JVM (Java Virtual Machine) installed.
  • Page 21 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Once an account is locked, the user will have to wait out the duration of the lockout period before retrying. 3. Use the Quick Setup function on the homepage to quickly set up the AWK or click on the Overview button to see the basic device settings.

  • Page 22: Overview

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration 4. Click on the Home link to go back to the main page. Use the menu tree on the left side of the browser to open the AWK-4131A functions. In the following paragraphs, we describe each AWK-4131A management function in detail. A quick overview is available in this manual in the “Function Map”...
  • Page 23 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Click on SSID for more detailed 802.11 information, as shown in the following figure: NOTE The 802.11 info that is displayed may be different for different operation modes. For example, Current BSSID, Signal strength, and SNR are only available under Client/Client-Router/Slave operation modes.

  • Page 24: Quick Setup

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Quick Setup The AWK-4131A provides a quick setup wizard to help you configure the basic settings including device information and wireless settings. Once you enter the setup, links to each step in the process are displayed at the top of the page. You can either click Next to go to the next step or click directly on the links at the top of the page to go to a specific step.
  • Page 25 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration If you use the Manual option to configure basic Wi-Fi settings, use the channel survey provided in the Channel Usage section to find out if a channel is clear or congested. This function can help you deploy a clear channel...

  • Page 26: General Setup

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Setting Description Number of APs The number of APs which use this channel Load A measure of how congested a channel is, in percentage value. Both 802.11 and non-802.11 signals will affect the channel loading.

  • Page 27: Interface On/Off

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Device name Format Description Factory Default Max. 31 Characters This option is useful for specifying the role or application of AWK-4131A_<Serial different AWK-4131A units. No. of this AWK-4131A> Device location Format Description Factory Default Max. 31 Characters This specifies the location of different AWK-4131A units.

  • Page 28: Network Settings

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Network Settings The Network Settings configuration panel allows you to modify the usual TCP/IP network parameters. However, due to the addition of the Client-Router operation mode, this panel provides two different sets of network parameters. Explanations for both types of configuration are given below.
  • Page 29 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Network Settings for Client-Router Operation Mode WLAN IP address assignment Setting Description Factory Default DHCP The AWK-4131A WLAN interface’s IP address will be assigned Static automatically by the network’s DHCP server. Static Set up the AWK-4131A WLAN interface’s IP address manually.

  • Page 30: System Time

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration LAN IP address Setting Description Factory Default AWK-4131A LAN Identifies the AWK-4131A LAN interface’s IP address on a 192.168.127.254 interface’s IP address TCP/IP network. LAN subnet mask Setting Description Factory Default AWK-4131A LAN Identifies the type of network to which the AWK-4131A’s LAN 255.255.255.0...

  • Page 31: Wireless Lan Setup

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration ATTENTION Changing the time zone will automatically adjust the Current local time. You should configure the Time zone before setting the Current local time. Daylight saving time Setting Description Factory Default Enable/ Disable Daylight saving time (DST or summer time) involves advancing...

  • Page 32: Aeromag

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration AeroMag Moxa's AeroMag tool enables fast, automatic, and error-free configuration of basic Wi-Fi settings based on the current wireless environment and location of the APs. The AWK-4131A can be used as the AeroMag client and AWK-3131A or AWK-4131A can be used as AeroMag APs.
  • Page 33 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration The AeroMag function is inactive by default. Only the AP mode is available under the AeroMag functionality for AWK-4131A. To activate AeroMag, set the AeroMag operation mode to AP. NOTE You can also activate AeroMag through MXconfig, SNMP, or by using the Reset button on the device.
  • Page 34 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Setting Description Factory Default NOTE 2: In the same AeroMag topology, you can access any one of AeroMag APs to trigger this function for all the topology units. Refresh Channel All the AeroMag APs would search for the three best channels when Refresh Channel is triggered.
  • Page 35 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration The Channel value displays the current channels that the AeroMag APs are operating in. The channel set is updated when the current AeroMag APs change their operating channels when Refresh Channel is triggered. Parameter Description...

  • Page 36: Operation Mode

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Operation Mode The AWK-4131A supports six operation modes—AP, Client, Client-Router, Master, Slave, and Sniffer—each of which plays a distinct role on the wireless network. Wireless enable Setting Description Factory Default Enable/Disable The RF (Radio Frequency) module can be manually turned on or Enable off.

  • Page 37: Basic Wlan Setup

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Basic WLAN Setup The “Basic WLAN Setup” panel is used to add and edit SSIDs. An SSID is a unique identifier that wireless networking devices use to establish and maintain wireless connectivity. Multiple access points on a network or sub-network can use the same SSIDs.
  • Page 38 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration NOTE When you switch to Client, Client-Router, or Slave modes, a Site Survey button will be available on the Basic WLAN Setup panel. Click the “Site Survey” button to view information about available APs, as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 39 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Setting Description Factory Default 5 GHz Only supports the IEEE 802.11a standard. A/N Mixed Supports IEEE 802.11a/n standards, but 802.11n may operate at a slower speed if 802.11a clients are on the network. N Only (5 GHz) Only supports the 5 GHz IEEE 802.11n standard.

  • Page 40: Wlan Security Settings

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration WLAN Security Settings The AWK-4131A provides four standardized wireless security modes: Open, WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), and WPA2. Several security modes are available in the AWK-4131A by selecting Security mode and WPA type.
  • Page 41 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration WEP (for Legacy Mode Only) NOTE Moxa includes WEP security mode only for legacy purposes. WEP is highly insecure and is considered fully deprecated by the Wi-Fi alliance. We do not recommend the use of WEP security under any circumstances.
  • Page 42 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration WEP key 1-4 Setting Description Factory Default ASCII type: A string that can be used as a WEP seed for the RC4 encryption None 64 bits: 5 chars engine. 128 bits: 13chars HEX type: 64 bits: 10 hex chars...
  • Page 43 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Passphrase Setting Description Factory Default 8 to 63 characters Master key to generate keys for encryption and decryption. None Key renewal (for AP/Master mode only) Setting Description Factory Default 60 to 86400 seconds Specifies the time period of group key renewal.
  • Page 44 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Primary/Secondary RADIUS server IP Setting Description Factory Default The IP address of Specifies the delegated RADIUS server for EAP. None RADIUS server Primary/Secondary RADIUS port Setting Description Factory Default Port number Specifies the port number of the delegated RADIUS server.
  • Page 45 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration EAP-TLS TLS is the standards-based successor to Secure Socket Layer (SSL). It can establish a trusted communication channel over a distrusted network. TLS provides mutual authentication through certificate exchange. EAP-TLS is also secure to use. You are required to submit a digital certificate to the authentication server for validation, but the authentication server must also supply a certificate.
  • Page 46 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Because the inner and outer authentications can use distinct user names in TTLS and PEAP, you can use an anonymous user name for the outer authentication, with the true user name only shown through the encrypted channel. Keep in mind that not all client software supports anonymous alteration.

  • Page 47: Advanced Wlan Settings

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Anonymous Setting Description Factory Default Max. of 31 characters A distinct name used for outer authentication. None User name & Password Setting Description Factory Default User name and password used in inner authentication. None Advanced WLAN Settings Additional wireless-related parameters are presented in this section to help you set up your wireless network in detail.
  • Page 48 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Maximum Transmission power Setting Description Factory Default Available power Users can manually select a target power to mask max output 20 dBm power. Because different transmission rates would have their own max output power, please reference product datasheet.
  • Page 49 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Setting Description Factory Default Enable/Disable WMM is a QoS standard for WLAN traffic. Voice and video data Enable will be given priority bandwidth when enabled with WMM supported wireless clients. Note: WMM will always be enabled under 802.11n mode.
  • Page 50 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration AeroLink Protection (for Client/Slave mode only) Setting Description Factory Default Enable/Disable Enable AeroLink Protection to allow wireless clients on the Disable same LAN network to automatically negotiate with each other and form a redundant wireless communication, for more details, see Status ...

  • Page 51: Wlan Certificate Settings (For Eap-Tls In Client/Slave Mode Only)

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration WLAN Certificate Settings (For EAP-TLS in Client/Slave Mode Only) When EAP-TLS is used, a WLAN Certificate will be required at the client end to support WPA/WPA2-Enterprise. The AWK-4131A can support the PKCS #12, also known as Personal Information Exchange Syntax Standard, certificate formats that define file formats commonly used to store private keys with accompanying public key certificates, protected with a password-based symmetric key.

  • Page 52: Advanced Setup

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Advanced Setup Several advanced functions are available to increase the functionality of your AWK-4131A and wireless network system. A VLAN is a collection of clients and hosts grouped together as if they were connected to the broadcast domains in a layer-2 network.

  • Page 53: Configuring Virtual Lan

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration VLAN Workgroups and Traffic Management The AP assigns clients to a VLAN based on a Network Name (SSID). The AP can support up to 9 SSIDs per radio interface, with a unique VLAN configurable per SSID.

  • Page 54: Dhcp Server (For Ap/Client-Router Mode Only)

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Port Type Description Trunk Port This port is the LAN port on the AWK. WLAN This is a wireless port for the specific SSID. This field will refer to the SSID that you have created. If more SSIDs have been created, new rows will be added.
  • Page 55 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration You can check the IP assignment status under Status  DHCP Client List. DHCP server Setting Description Factory Default Enable Enables AWK-4131A as a DHCP server. Disable Disable Disable DHCP server function. Default gateway Setting...

  • Page 56: Packet Filters

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Client lease time Setting Description Factory Default 2 to 14400 minutes The lease time for which an IP address is assigned. The IP 14400 minutes address may go expired after the lease time is reached.

  • Page 57: Ip Protocol Filters

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration IP Protocol Filters The AWK-4131A’s IP protocol filter is a policy-based filter that can allow or filter out IP-based packets with specified IP protocol and source/destination IP addresses. The AWK-4131A provides 32 entities for setting IP protocol and source/destination IP addresses in your filtering policy.
  • Page 58 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration TCP/UDP Port Filters The AWK-4131A’s TCP/UDP port filter is a policy-based filter that can allow or filter out TCP/UDP-based packets with a specified source or destination port. The AWK-4131A provides 32 entities for setting the range of source/destination ports of a specific protocol. In addition to selecting TCP or UDP protocol, you can set either the source port, destination port, or both.

  • Page 59: Rstp Settings (Master/Slave Mode Only)

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration RSTP Settings (Master/Slave Mode Only) AWK-4131A supports IEEE 802.1D for Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and IEEE 802.1w for Rapid STP standards. In addition to eliminating unexpected path looping, STP/RSTP can provide a backup path recovery if a wired/ wireless path fails accidentally.

  • Page 60: Static Route (Client-Router Mode Only)

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Enable RSTP Setting Description Factory Default Enable/Disable Enables or disables the port as a node on the Spanning Tree Disable (unchecked) topology. Port priority Setting Description Factory Default Numerical value Increase this port’s priority as a node on the Spanning Tree selected by user topology by inputting a lower number.

  • Page 61: Nat Settings/Port Forwarding (Client-Router Mode Only)

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Active Click the checkbox to enable Static Routing. Destination Specifies the destination IP address. Netmask Specifies the subnet mask for this IP address. Gateway Specifies the IP address of the router that connects the LAN to an outside network.
  • Page 62 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration In order to allow external devices to initiate the communication, Port Forwarding is used to specify a static map between external ports (WAN Port) and internal IP/port combos (LAN IP/LAN Port) Enabling NAT and Port Forwarding provides the following benefits: •...

  • Page 63: Snmp Agent

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Setting Description Factory Default Enable/Disable Enables or disables the NAT translation. Disable Port Forwarding Active: Click the checkbox to enable Port Forwarding rule(s). Protocol: Specifies the communication protocol. WAN Port: Specifies the external port to be forwarded to.
  • Page 64 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration The following parameters can be configured on the SNMP Agent page. A more detailed explanation of each parameter is given below the following figure. SNMP agent Setting Description Factory Default Enable Enables SNMP agent. Disable Disable Disables SNMP agent.

  • Page 65: Link Fault Pass-Through (Client/Slave Mode Only)

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Admin private key (for V1, V2c, V3, and V3 only) Setting Description Factory Default Disable No data encryption. Disable DES-based data encryption. AES-based data encryption. Private key A data encryption key is the minimum requirement for data encryption (maximum of 63 characters) Private MIB Information Device Object ID Also known as OID.

  • Page 66: System Logs

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration System Logs System Log Event Types Detailed information for grouped events is shown in the following table. Check the box for Enable logging to enable the grouped events. All default values are enabled (checked). The log for system events can be seen in Status ...

  • Page 67: Syslog

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Configuration-related events Event is triggered when… Configuration Changed A configuration item has been changed. Configuration file import via Web Console The configuration file is imported to the AWK-4131A. Console authentication failure An incorrect password is entered.

  • Page 68: E-Mail Notifications

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Syslog Server Settings You can configure the parameters for your Syslog servers in this page. Syslog server 1/ 2/ 3 Setting Description Factory Default IP address Enter the IP address of the 1st/ 2nd/ 3rd Syslog Server.

  • Page 69: Relay

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration E-mail Server Settings You can set up to 4 e-mail addresses to receive alarm emails from the AWK-4131A. The following parameters can be configured on the E-mail Server Settings page. In addition, a Send Test Mail button can be used to test whether the Mail server and e-mail addresses work well.

  • Page 70: Trap

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Relay Event Types You can check the box for Active to enable the event items. All default values are deactivated (unchecked). Detail for each event group is available in the System Log Event Types section.
  • Page 71 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration SNMP Trap Receiver Settings SNMP traps are defined in SMIv1 MIBs (SNMPv1) and SMIv2 MIBs (SNMPv2c). The two styles are basically equivalent, and it is possible to convert between the two. You can set the parameters for SNMP trap receivers through the web page.

  • Page 72: Status

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Status Wireless LAN Status The status for 802.11 Information parameters, such as Operation mode and Channel, are shown on the Wireless Status page. The status will refresh every 5 seconds if the Auto refresh box is checked.

  • Page 73: Dhcp Client List (For Ap Mode Only)

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration DHCP Client List (For AP Mode Only) The DHCP Client List shows all the clients that require and have successfully received IP assignments. You can click the Refresh button to refresh the list. You can press Select all button to select all content in the list for further editing.

  • Page 74: System Logs

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration System Logs Triggered events are recorded in System Log. You can export the log contents to an available viewer by clicking Export Log. You can use the Clear Log button to clear the log contents and the Refresh button to refresh the log.

  • Page 75: Di And Power Status

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration DI and Power Status The status of power inputs and digital inputs is shown on this web page. The status will refresh every 5 seconds if the Auto refresh box is checked. AeroLink Protection Status (Client/Slave Mode Only) After you have enabled AeroLink Protection in the Advanced WLAN Setup panel, the current state of the AeroLink Protection is displayed here for easy diagnosis.

  • Page 76: System Status

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration System Status The system status section indicates the status of the device memory and CPU usage in the current device. NOTE A CPU overload can result in a watchdog-triggered reboot of the system. Factors such as a high number of firewall rules (IP/MAC/Protocol filters) and traffic PPS (packet per second) contribute to the rise in CPU usage.

  • Page 77: Maintenance

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration LLDP Status Displays information on neighboring devices collected via LLDP (Link Layer Discovery Protocol). Routing Table Displays the routing information for the current device. RSTP Status Displays the Spanning Tree Protocol parameters configured. Maintenance Maintenance functions provide the administrator with tools to manage the AWK-4131A and wired/wireless networks.

  • Page 78: Ping

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Ping Ping helps to diagnose the integrity of wired or wireless networks. By inputting a node’s IP address in the Destination field, you can use the ping command to make sure it exists and whether or not the access path is available.

  • Page 79: Configuration Import And Export

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Configuration Import and Export You can back up or restore the AWK-4131A’s configuration using the functions available in the Configuration Import & Export section. In the Configuration Import section, click Browse to specify the configuration file and click on the Import Configuration button to begin importing the configuration.

  • Page 80: Load Factory Default

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Load Factory Default Use this function to reset the AWK-4131A and roll back all settings to the factory default values. You can also reset the hardware by pressing the reset button on the top panel of the AWK-4131A.

  • Page 81: Change Password

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Click Edit to create a new, or edit an existing, user account. The items shown below can be configured. Field Description Default Setting Active Select Enable to enable the user account. Disable User level Administrator: Allows the user to access the Web UI, change the Admin device’s configuration, and use the device’s import/export...

  • Page 82: Misc. Settings

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration NOTE If the Password-strength test option is enabled, you will be prompted to use passwords that adhere to the following password policy: The password must contain at least one digit: 0, 1, 2, …, 9.
  • Page 83 AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration To run the script, browse to and select the script file using Browse and click Run Script after you have filled in the following details: Setting Description Diagnostic script Use the Browse button to select the Moxa diagnosis script file.

  • Page 84: Save Configuration

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Save Configuration The following figure shows how the AWK-4131A stores the setting changes into volatile and non-volatile memory. All data stored in volatile memory will disappear when the AWK-4131A is shutdown or rebooted. Because the AWK-4131A starts up and initializes with the settings stored in flash memory, all new changes must be saved to flash memory before restarting the AWK-4131A.

  • Page 85: Restart

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Web Console Configuration Restart If you submitted configuration changes, you will find a blinking string in the upper right corner of the screen. After making all your changes, click the Restart function in the left menu box. One of two different screens will appear.

  • Page 86: Software Installation/Configuration

    Software Installation/Configuration The following topics are covered in this chapter:  Overview  Wireless Search Utility  Installing Wireless Search Utility  Configuring Wireless Search Utility...

  • Page 87: Overview

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Software Installation/Configuration Overview The Wireless Search Utility can be downloaded from the Moxa website at www.moxa.com. Wireless Search Utility Installing Wireless Search Utility Once the Wireless Search Utility is downloaded, run the setup executable to start the installation.
  • Page 88 AirWorks AWK-4131A Software Installation/Configuration 2. Click Next to install program files to the default directory, or click Browse to select an alternate location. 3. Click Next to create the program’s shortcut files to the default directory, or click Browse to select an...
  • Page 89 AirWorks AWK-4131A Software Installation/Configuration 4. Click Next to select additional tasks. 5. Click Next to proceed with the installation. The installer then displays a summary of the installation options.

  • Page 90: Configuring Wireless Search Utility

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Software Installation/Configuration 6. Click Install to begin the installation. The setup window will report the progress of the installation. To change the installation settings, click Back and navigate to the previous screen. 7. Click Finish to complete the installation of Wireless Search Utility.
  • Page 91 AirWorks AWK-4131A Software Installation/Configuration 2. Open the Wireless Search Utility and then click the Search icon. 3. The “Searching” window indicates the progress of the search. When the search is complete, all AWKs that were located will be displayed in the Wireless Search Utility window.
  • Page 92 AirWorks AWK-4131A Software Installation/Configuration 4. Click Locate to cause the selected device to beep. 5. Make sure your AWK is unlocked before using the search utility’s icons setting. The AWK will unlock automatically if the password is set to the default. Otherwise you must enter the new password manually.
  • Page 93 AirWorks AWK-4131A Software Installation/Configuration ATTENTION For security purposes, we suggest you can change the Wireless Search Utility login password instead of using the default. To modify the configuration of the highlighted AWK, click on the Web icon to open the web console. This will take you to the web console, where you can make all configuration changes.
  • Page 94 AirWorks AWK-4131A Software Installation/Configuration Click on Telnet if you would like to use telnet to configure your AWKs. Click Assign IP to change the IP setting.
  • Page 95 AirWorks AWK-4131A Software Installation/Configuration The three advanced options—Search, Connection, and Miscellaneous—are explained below: Search • Retry count (default=5): Indicates how many times the search will be retried automatically. Retry interval (ms): The time elapsed between retries. • Connection • Connection timeout (secs): Use this option to set the waiting time for the Default Login, Locate, Assign IP, Upload Firmware, and Unlock to complete.

  • Page 96: Other Console Configurations

    Other Console Configurations This chapter explains how to access the AWK-4131A for the first time. In addition to HTTP access, there are four ways to access AWK-4131A: serial console, Telnet console, SSH console, and HTTPS console. The serial console connection method, which requires using a short serial cable to connect the AWK-4131A to a PC’s COM port, can be used if you do not know the AWK-4131A’s IP address.

  • Page 97: Console Configuration (115200, None, 8, 1, Vt100)

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Other Console Configurations RS-232 Console Configuration (115200, None, 8, 1, VT100) The serial console connection method, which requires using a short serial cable to connect the AWK-4131A to a PC’s COM port, can be used if you do not know the AWK-4131A’s IP address. It is also convenient to use serial console configurations when you cannot access the AWK-4131A over Ethernet LAN, such as in the case of LAN cable disconnections or broadcast storming over the LAN.

  • Page 98: Configuration By Telnet And Ssh Consoles

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Other Console Configurations 4. Click on the Terminal tab, and select VT100 (or ANSI) for Terminal Type. Click on OK to continue. 5. The Console login screen will appear. Log into the RS-232 console with the login name (default: admin) and password (default: moxa, if no new password is set).

  • Page 99: Configuration By Web Browser With Https/Ssl

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Other Console Configurations Follow the steps below to access the console utility via Telnet or SSH client. 1. From Windows Desktop, run Start  Run, and then use Telnet to access the AWK-4131A’s IP address from the Windows Run window. (You may also issue the telnet command from the MS-DOS prompt.) When using SSH client (ex.

  • Page 100: Disabling Telnet And Browser Access

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Other Console Configurations 2. Warning messages are displayed to warn users that the security certificate was issued by a company they have not chosen to trust. Select Yes to accept the certificate issued by Moxa IW and then enter the AWK-4131A’s web browser interface secured via HTTPS/SSL.

  • Page 101: References

    References This chapter provides more detailed information about wireless-related technologies. The information in this chapter can help you administer your AWK-4131As and plan your industrial wireless network better. The following topics are covered in this appendix:  AeroLink Protection  Beacon ...

  • Page 102: Aerolink Protection

    AirWorks AWK-4131A References AeroLink Protection In industrial applications, such as communication between off-shore oil platforms, or train-to-ground communications, a reliable wireless bridge is essential to minimize system downtime and maximize system availability. Moxa’s AeroLink Protection provides a reliable wireless bridge between two networks to form network-level redundancy.

  • Page 103: Beacon

    AirWorks AWK-4131A References 5. Fast Recovery: In addition to maintaining a redundant wireless network, another key is providing uninterrupted communication even when a failure occurs. AeroLink protection is designed to restore commutation from all failures with 300 ms. A member of the AeroLink Protection group can take one of the following seven states: Initiation State (Init): Initiates the AeroLink Protection Protocol •...

  • Page 104: Stp And Rstp

    AirWorks AWK-4131A References STP and RSTP The STP/RSTP Concept Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) was designed to help reduce link failures in a network, and provide protection from loops. Networks that have a complicated architecture are prone to broadcast storms caused by unintended loops in the network.

  • Page 105: Supporting Information

    Supporting Information This chapter presents additional information about this product. You can also learn how to contact Moxa for technical support. The following topics are covered in this appendix:  About This User’s Manual  Firmware Recovery  DoC (Declaration of Conformity) ...

  • Page 106: About This User's Manual

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Supporting Information About This User’s Manual This manual is mainly designed for, but no limited to, the following hardware and firmware for the AWK-4131A: • Hardware Revision: 1.0.0 • Firmware Version: You are strongly recommended to visit Moxa’s website (http://www.moxa.com) and find the latest product datasheet, firmware, QIG (Quick Installation Guide), UM (User’s Manual) and related information.
  • Page 107 AirWorks AWK-4131A Supporting Information Press Ctrl - C and the following message will appear. Enter 2 to change the network setting. Specify the location of the AWK-4131A’s firmware file on the TFTP server and press y to write the settings into flash memory.

  • Page 108: Doc (Declaration Of Conformity

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Supporting Information DoC (Declaration of Conformity) 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.

  • Page 109: Red Compliance Statement

    AirWorks AWK-4131A Supporting Information RED Compliance Statement Moxa declares that the apparatus AWK-4131A complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/Eu. The 5150 to 5350 MHz frequency range is restricted to indoor use only. Outdoor operation in this range is strictly prohibited.

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