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MeshNetworks MEA EWR6300 User Manual

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Copyright  2003-2004, MeshNetworks, Inc. All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Enhanced Wireless Router User’s Guide Version 3.0 Copyright  2003-2004, MeshNetworks, Inc. All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 3 MeshNetworks’ products and technology are protected by US and international patent and patent pending technology. This document represents the current MEA design; the contents are subject to change at any time at the discretion of MeshNetworks, Inc. MEA, MeshTray, and MeshNetworks’ logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of MeshNetworks, Inc.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    EWR User’s Guide Table of Contents ENHANCED WIRELESS ROUTER..................1 Introduction......................... 1 What’s in the Box ....................... 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS..................1 Enhanced Wireless Router (EWR) ................2 2.1.1 Equipment ......................2 2.1.2 Record MAC Address of the EWR6300 ............3 2.1.3 EWR6300 Assembly..................
  • Page 6 MeshNetworks 3.1.4.4 Reset the User-Supplied Parameters via the Configuration Web Page ..18 3.1.5 Restoring Factory Defaults – Normal Operations..........19 3.1.6 Changing the Web Password ................21 3.1.7 Upgrading the Device Firmware ..............23 External Device Provisioning .................. 25 3.2.1...
  • Page 7 EWR User’s Guide List of Figures Figure 2-1. EWR6300 Identification Label ................3 Figure 2-2. EWR6300 External Connection Points ..............4 Figure 2-3 Typical EWR Depoyment ..................5 Figure 3-1. Enter Network Password Initial Web Page Authentication Dialog ....8 Figure 3-2. MEA Device Administration Redirecting Web Page.........9 Figure 3-3.

  • Page 9: Enhanced Wireless Router

    IP devices via its built-in RJ45 Ethernet port. The EWR efficiently combines the functionality of a Meshnetworks Wireless Router and client modem in to a single cost-effective wireless network component.

  • Page 10: Enhanced Wireless Router (Ewr)

    MeshNetworks Enhanced Wireless Router (EWR) The MEA Enhanced Wireless Router 6300 (EWR6300) is an infrastructure device positioned in a fixed location, such as on a pole, wall, or rooftop. The EWR6300 requires professional installation to ensure the installation is performed in accordance with FCC licensing regulations.

  • Page 11: Record Mac Address Of The Ewr6300

    EWR User’s Guide 2.1.2 Record MAC Address of the EWR6300 The transceiver Media Access Control (MAC) address is recorded on the label located on the antenna end of the EWR6300 and the Ethernet MAC address is recorded on the label located on the antenna end of the EWR6300 as show in Figure 2-1.

  • Page 12: Ewr6300 Assembly

    MeshNetworks 2.1.3 EWR6300 Assembly Figure 2-2 shows the external connection points on a EWR6300 box. Antenna Connector Power In (4-pin) Power Out (3-pin) (optional) Test Port RJ45 (Data) Port (Not Shown) Figure 2-2. EWR6300 External Connection Points Assemble the EWR using the following procedur 1.

  • Page 13: Deployment Tips

    EWR User’s Guide Figure 2-3 Typical EWR Depoyment 2.1.5 Deployment Tips Locate the antenna to minimize multipath: • Minimize inte rference from nearby transmitters • Maximize chance of a direct line of sight co nnection to other devices • The ante nna supplied is designed to be mounted vertically he devices are designed to be vertically mounted with the antenna port at the top or the bottom.
  • Page 14 MeshNetworks A respo nse to the ping command verifies that the transceiver is communicating. NOTE: If you are running an EWR as a standalone device, the configuration web page can be reached by connecting a PC to the wired interface.

  • Page 15: Installing The Mea Enhanced Wireless Router

    EWR User’s Guide 3 Installing the MEA Enhanced Wireless Router Device Administration: Configuring the EWR Devices The EWR provides network access to one or more IP devices connected to the Ethernet port of the EWR. In order for the EWR to provide service to the IP devices, some configuration must be set up prior to connecting the IP devices.

  • Page 16: Figure 3-1. Enter Network Password Initial Web Page Authentication Dialog

    MeshNetworks Once the web browser is directed to the web page of the EWR, you will be prompted for a username and password. A dialog box similar to the following should show up if you are using Internet Explorer: Figure 3-1.

  • Page 17: Figure 3-2. Mea Device Administration Redirecting Web Page

    EWR User’s Guide After the login authentication has been completed, the web browser will display a redirecting page, and your browser will automatically transition to the home web page for MEA Device Administration. Figure 3-2. MEA Device Administration Redirecting Web Page...

  • Page 18: Figure 3-3. Mea Device Administration Home Page (Super User Login)

    MeshNetworks Figure 3-3. MEA Device Administration Home Page (Super User Login) The MEA Device Administration home page provides you with some basic information about the device, including the IP addresses assigned to the device, the MAC addresses of the device, the firmware revision number, and the reported link quality for the link to the IAP. In addition, links are provided to web pages for device configuration, password management, firmware upgrades, device reset, and restoring the factory default configuration.

  • Page 19: Configuring The Device

    EWR User’s Guide 3.1.2 Configuring the Device Once you have accessed the MEA Device Administration home page, click on the Configuration tab to display the IP address configuration. Figure 3-4. EWR Device Administration Configuration Page (Super User Login) The EWR Device Administration (Super User Login) page will allow you to change the configuration of the EWR.

  • Page 20: Device Addressing

    MeshNetworks Field Name Field Description Field Default Value MeshManager RDATE Server IP The IP address of the RDATE server. This is 172.31.0.20 Address usually MiSC when operating infrastructure mode. RDATE server provides the current date to the EWR. The EWR can operate without an RDATE server.

  • Page 21: Statically Provisioned Scheme

    EWR User’s Guide The server may be configured by the operator to hand out temporary or static leases. The EWR must associate and acquire an address from the network before establishing communications. Once a lease has been granted, the address may be dragged out of network coverage for the remainder of the lease or, if a static lease was granted, until the next power cycle.

  • Page 22: Setting The User Supplied Ip Address

    MeshNetworks 3.1.2.5 Setting the User Supplied IP Address In order to set the user-supplied IP address for the EWR, the User-Supplied radio button must be selected. At that point, the user may enter an IP address, subnet mask consistent with the existing network.

  • Page 23: Figure 3-6. System Update Save Completed Web Page

    EWR User’s Guide Figure 3-6. System Update Save Completed Web Page After the settings have been saved, click the Finished button. Your web browser should return to the MEA Device Administration home page. A reboot of the device is not required for the changes to take effect.

  • Page 24: Resetting The Ewr

    MeshNetworks 3.1.3 Resetting the EWR Although you should not have to reset the EWR device, the device can be commanded to reset via the web pages. In order to reset the device, return to the MEA Device Administration home page, and click on the Reset the Device link in the Device Management panel.

  • Page 25: Figure 3-8. Device Reset In Progress Web Page

    EWR User’s Guide Figure 3-8. Device Reset in Progress Web Page NOTE: After the completion of the reset, you may experience a significant delay when bringing up another web page. Please be patient.

  • Page 26: Restoring Factory Settings - User Supplied Mode Limitations

    MeshNetworks 3.1.4 Restoring Factory Settings – User Supplied Mode Limitations NOTE: In Release 3.0, there is a known issue that arises if the selected device addressing mode is User-Supplied when the user restores the factory default settings for the EWR. The following options are offered as a way to recover from this limitation.

  • Page 27: Restoring Factory Defaults - Normal Operations

    EWR User’s Guide 3.1.5 Restoring Factory Defaults – Normal Operations When the Restore Factory Defaults function is selected from the EWR Device Administration Home Page, the device will present the following web page: Figure 3-9. Restore Factory Settings Web Page The Restore Factory Defaults function allows the operator to return the device to factory defaults.

  • Page 28: Figure 3-10. Confirm Changes Window For Restore Factory Settings

    MeshNetworks Figure 3-10. Confirm Changes Window for Restore Factory Settings The Factory Settings Restored page will be displayed. Figure 3-11. Factory Settings Restored Web Page Click on the Finished button to complete the reset procedure.

  • Page 29: Changing The Web Password

    EWR User’s Guide 3.1.6 Changing the Web Password When the Change Admin Password function is selected from the EWR Device Administration Home Page by the administrator, or the Change User Password function is selected, the device will present the following web page: Figure 3-12.

  • Page 30: Figure 3-13. Confirm Changes Window For Enter New Password

    MeshNetworks Figure 3-13. Confirm Changes Window for Enter New Password When the operator confirms the change, the new password will be stored in flash, and the device will present a status screen indicating that the change was successful. Figure 3-14. Password Changed Confirmation Web Page...

  • Page 31: Upgrading The Device Firmware

    EWR User’s Guide 3.1.7 Upgrading the Device Firmware The web interface for the device also provides the ability to upgrade the firmware on-site. To use this feature, you must have an upgrade file from a released upgrade package. When the Upgrade Device Firmware function is selected from the EWR Device Administration Home Page, the device will present the following web page: Figure 3-15.

  • Page 32: Figure 3-16. Confirm Upload Window For Firmware Update

    MeshNetworks Figure 3-16. Confirm Upload Window for Firmware Update Once the filename has been confirmed, the web browser will transmit the file to the device, and the device will present an upgrade progress screen. This page will indicate the current stage in the upgrade process.

  • Page 33: External Device Provisioning

    EWR User’s Guide External Device Provisioning Figure 3-18. External Device Provisioning Table The External Device Provisioning table is used to configure addresses for the attached nodes on the local ethernet segment. Up to three addresses are provisioned. The Enable checkbox indicates this row contains a valid address. Any address can be disabled by clearing the checkbox.

  • Page 34: Connecting To The Ethernet Port

    MeshNetworks The IP addresses default to values based on the transceiver MAC address of the device. The derivation is described below. By default, only the first IP address is enabled (for local-DHCP), and no addresses are reserved for specific MAC addresses.

  • Page 35: Ewr6300 Mounting Bracket

    MeshNetworks strongly recommends the use of stainless steel mounting hardware to prevent corrosion. The standard mounting hardware supplied with the bracket is stainless steel. The bracket is made of aluminum. The following procedure outlines the required steps for installing a MEA EWR6300 the bracket shown in Figure 3-19.

  • Page 36: Figure 3-20. C-Clamp Bracket Assembly

    MeshNetworks 3 1/2 x 1/4 inch bolt 1/4 Flat Washer 1/4 Flat Washer 1/4 Lock Washer 1/4 Hex Nut Note: All Hardware is Stainless Steel Figure 3-20. C-Clamp Bracket Assembly Position the bracket in the desired location and securely tighten the two bracket bolts.

  • Page 37: Ewr Mac Addresses

    EWR User’s Guide 6 x 32 x 3/4 Angle Locking Bolt 1/4 x 1 inch Pivot Bolt (Requres 7/16 Wrench) Figure 3-21. EWR Pivot and Angle Locking Bolts NOTE: Some IAP6300 and MWR6300 enclosures may have a bolt or plug in the center of the back of the box.

  • Page 38: License And Warranty Information

    You must reproduce on the backup copy the MeshNetworks’ copyright notice and any other proprietary legends that were on the original copy of the Software.
  • Page 39 You assume responsibility for the selection of the appropriate applications program and associated reference materials. MeshNetworks makes no warranty or representation that the Software will meet your requirements or work in combination with any hardware or applications software products provided by third parties, that the operation of the Software will be uninterrupted or error free, or that all defects in the Software will be corrected.

  • Page 40: Fcc Regulatory Information

    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by MeshNetworks could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement CAUTION: This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

  • Page 41: Safety Information For The Mea Products

    European community. It proves to the buyer or user that this product fulfills all essential safety and environmental requirements as they are defined in the European Directives. MeshNetworks Products are covered under the following product certification Europe: ETSI EN 300 328 V 141 (2003-04)
  • Page 42 An example of the CE Marking on a product label: Alert CE Mark Symbol The alert symbol indicates that MeshNetworks products are not certified to operate in France. Outdoor use in France is restricted to 10mW EIRP for band 2454 – 2483.5 MHz.

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