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- Page 1 APX-110N5 & APX-120N5 Outdoor IP67 IEEE 802.11a/n Wireless AP/Client/Bridge, And Preconfigured Wireless Bridge w/Built-in 19dBi@5GHz Antenna User Manual Version 1.1...
- Page 2 LEGAL The information in this publication has been carefully checked and is believed to be entirely accurate at the time of publication. Our company assumes no responsibility, however, for possible errors or omissions, or for any consequences resulting from the use of the information contained herein.
- Page 3 This manual supports the following models: APX-110N5 APX-120N5 This document is the current official release manual. Please check our website (WWW.Antaira.com) for any updated manual or contact us by E-mail (info@antaira.com). 2013-2014 All Rights Reserved The contents of this document are subject to change without any prior notice.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Repeater WDS Mode ..................20 Configure the Computers IP Address ............21 For Windows 95/98/98SE/ME/NT ............... 21 For Windows XP/2000 ..................22 Logging onto the APX-110N5/APX-120N5 ..........23 Navigation ....................25 Main Menu Bar ....................25 Changing the units IP Address ................25 How to save changes .................. - Page 5 Basic Wireless Settings ..................30 Wireless Mode ..................... 30 Access Point Parameters Settings ..............31 Station Parameters Settings ................34 Wireless Security....................36 Advance Wireless Tab ................. 41 Long Range Parameters Setup ................41 Services Tab ....................43 Ping Watchdog ....................44 Auto-Reboot ......................
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Page 6: Overview
Overview Introduction Antaira’s APX-110N5 & APX-120N5 high performance Wireless Bridge is a managed device that supports IEEE-802.3a/n wireless communication standards. The wireless device supports long range high speed communication of up to 300Mbps. These models are suitable for more applications, capable of being powered from either the 24 or 48 volt PoE standard. -
Page 7: Benefits
Benefits APX-120N5 The APX-120N5 provides the user with two wireless units already set up in a preconfigured pair. These units have custom firmware loaded providing the units with IP addresses, ESSID, Security Encryption and the best wireless operation settings for standard deployment. This allows the APX-120N5 to be used in plug and play rapid deployment applications where software changes are not required. -
Page 8: Package Contents
User Manual CD (Security Key sticker on CD) Quick Installation Guide Pole-mount Kit Rubber grommet for waterproof RJ45 APX-110N5– Outdoor IP67 IEEE 802.11a/n Wireless Bridge with Built in 19dBi@5GHz Antenna User Manual CD Quick Installation Guide ... -
Page 9: Hardware Description
Hardware Description The Wireless devices hardware spec, port, cabling information, and wiring installation will be described. Physical Dimension APX-110N5 & APX-120N5 Dimension: (W x D x H) is 257mm x 86mm x 257mm... -
Page 10: Front Panel
Front Panel The Front Panel of the Wireless Device is shown below: Front Panel of the Wireless Device Side View Side View of the Wireless Bridge... -
Page 11: Back View
Back View The back panel of the APX-110N5/120N5 includes the PoE Ethernet connection, mounting points and LED diagnostic. LED Indicators The diagnostic LEDs located on the front panel of the industrial switch provide real-time information of the system and optional status. The following table provides the description of the LED status. -
Page 12: Hardware Installation
Hardware Installation This section is to explain how to install the APX-110N5 or APX-120N5 Outdoor IP67 wireless bridge. Installation Steps Note: It is suggested to log onto the unit in a test environment and change the IP addresses of the units to match the subnet of the network before connecting the devices directly to the main network. -
Page 13: Mounting Installation
Mounting Installation Pole Mounting Select an elevated location free of large buildings, metal structures and trees within the line of sight between the two bridging units. These obstructions will reduce the distance and throughput capabilities of the units. 1. Align and attach the metal “L” shaped bracket to the back of the unit with the screws and washers provided. -
Page 14: Antennas And Cables
Antennas and Cables Antenna The units have an integrated 5GHz Antenna that is 19dBi Ports RJ-45 ports The (RJ-45) Fast Ethernet ports will auto-sense for 10Base-T or 100Base-TX connections. Auto MDI/MDIX means that the switch can connect to another switch or workstation without changing straight through or crossover cabling. -
Page 15: Cabling
The port on this wireless device supports automatic MDI/MDI-X operation; The user can use straight-through cables (See figure below) for all network connections to injectors, switches or PC. With straight-through cable, pins 1, 2, 3, and 6, at one end of the cable, are connected straight through to pins 1, 2, 3 and 6 at the other end of the cable. -
Page 16: Operation Modes & Connection Examples
Operation Modes & Connection Examples APX-120N5 Pre-Configured Bridge The APX-120N5 will be sold in a pair of units that have been previously configured to connect to one another upon being powered on. The user should change the units IP addresses to match their subnet to prevent any networking conflicts. Once the units have been installed, and a connection between the two units has been established it is then possible to transmit traffic to and from the network. -
Page 17: Preconfigured Bridge Access Point
Preconfigured Bridge Access Point The Access Point WDS device APX-120N5-1 will have the following landing page. As shown below the unit is already equipped with an ESSID name, IP address and the wireless mode Preconfigured settings The Access Point WDS unit will also be equipped with preconfigured security encryption features as shown below. -
Page 18: Preconfigured Bridge Station
Preconfigured Bridge Station The Station WDS device APX-120N5-2 will have the following landing page. As shown below the unit is already equipped with the information required to automatically connect to the associated Access Point. Preconfigured settings The Station WDS unit will similarly be equipped with preconfigured security encryption that will automatically connect to the associated access point. -
Page 19: Access Point And Access Point Wds Mode
Below are the standard features for APX-110N5 and for advanced users of the APX-120N5. Access Point and Access Point WDS Mode The Access Point operation Mode of the device enables the bridging of wireless clients to wired network infrastructure. Once a connection has been enables, transparent access and communication with each client device to the main network is then possible. -
Page 20: Station Wds Mode
In this example the workgroup PCs on the Ethernet network connected to the Station device can access the printer across the wireless connection to the access point where the printer is connected. Station WDS Mode Station WDS mode is similar to Station mode. The difference is Station WDS must connect to access point configured to Access Point WDS (or RootAP) mode. -
Page 21: Configure The Computers Ip Address
Configure the Computers IP Address After setting up the hardware you need to assign an IP address to your PC so that it is in the same subnet as the access point . For Windows 95/98/98SE/ME/NT Step 1: From your desktop, right-click the Network Neighborhood icon and select Properties. Step 2: Select the network adapter that you are using, then right-click and select Properties. -
Page 22: For Windows Xp/2000
For Windows XP/2000 Step 1: Go to your desktop, right-click on the My Network Places icon and select Properties. Step 2: Right-click the network adapter icon and select Properties. Step 3: Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click on the Properties button. Step 4: Select the Use the following IP address radio button. -
Page 23: Logging Onto The Apx-110N5/Apx-120N5
PC is now setup with a proper IP address to communicate with the access point. Logging onto APX-110N5/APX-120N5 By opening an internet browser and typing in the default IP address 192.168.168.1 the user will be prompted with a login screen. -
Page 25: Navigation
Navigation Main Menu Bar Status: Page displays current status of the device and the statistical information. Basic Wireless: Page contains the controls for a wireless network configuration, while covering basic wireless settings which define operating mode, associating details and data security options. Basic Network: Page covers the configuration of network operating mode, IP settings and network services (i.e. -
Page 26: How To Save Changes
This is the user will change the IP address to match their subnet. The “Apply Settings” and “Save” buttons will need to be pressed to finalize the changes. How to save changes After made changes from each respective setup page, click this button, Next the prompt below appear. -
Page 27: Basic Network Tab
Basic Network Tab Click BASIC NETWORK from the menu bar to open the page as show below. Network Mode: Bridging Network Mode: Select Bridge mode. LAN Setup LAN Mode: Static: (default) allows the user to enter a specific IP address for the device. Default IP address is 192.168.168.1 DHCP Client: when set let device learn the IP address automatically from the... - Page 28 Gateway: (optional) Enter the gateway IP address of the network the device is connected. Primary DNS IP: (optional) Enter the primary DNS IP address nearest to the gateway router. Secondary DNS IP: (optional) Enter the secondary DNS IP address nearest to the gateway router. DHCP Mode: None: function disabled DHCP Server:...
- Page 29 Click Add to enter for each device the IP address and MAC address. All DHCP active lease devices are displayed in the Status tab page from the More Status selection. Bandwidth Control between Ethernet and Wireless An entry of value “0” means no bandwidth flow limit between the 2 interfaces. An entry of “2000”...
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Page 30: Basic Wireless Tab
Basic Wireless Tab Under the tab, there is the selection of 4 radios. Fig 2.1 Basic Wireless Tab Currently device support only one 802.11n radio card. Select RADIO 1 to configure. Basic Wireless Tab contains all the wireless setup, which is necessary for the operator to setup the wireless part of the link. -
Page 31: Access Point Parameters Settings
Station: This is a client mode that can be connected to the Access Point mode. It is used to bridge the wireless connection to an Access Point. It forwards all the traffic to/from the network devices to the Ethernet interface. This mode translates all the packets that pass through device to its own MAC address, thus resulting in a lack of transparency. - Page 32 Local AP-ESSID This is the Service Set Identifier used to identify the operator’s wireless LAN. It should be specified while operating in Access Point or Access Point WDS mode. All the client devices within its range will receive broadcast messages from the access point advertising this SSID.
- Page 33 Data Rate Data Rates consist of both the legacy rates and the MCS (Modulation Coding Scheme – Only for 802.11n) rates. 6 – 54Mbps are Legacy Rates MCS0 to MCS7 are 802.11n rates, which uses only 1 stream. MCS8 to MCS15 are 802.11n rates, which uses 2 streams. Auto: The data rate selected will follow an advanced rate algorithm that takes into condition the amount of errors at the data rate and fine tune to the best data rate it can use.
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Page 34: Station Parameters Settings
Station Parameters Settings Fig 2.4 Basic Wireless Settings (Station/Station WDS) These options below are only available in Station, Station WDS and Repeater WDS modes unless otherwise stated. Wireless Mode: Station Remote AP-ESSID This is the Service Set Identifier used by station to seek and connect to the access point of same the SSID identifier. - Page 35 Country Code Different countries have different power levels and also frequency selections. To ensure device operation follows regulatory compliance rules, the operator should make sure that correct country code where device will be used, is selected. The channel list, output power limits, IEEE 802.11 and Channel Spectrum Width modes will be tuned according to the regulations of the selected country.
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Page 36: Wireless Security
According to the availability of channels in the country codes, the operator can select which channels to be scanned when scanning for an Access Point. Then the scanned channels will appear on the Site Survey. Wireless Security All the wireless security settings are set under this section. The operation of the Keys is the same for ALL the Wireless modes. - Page 37 WPA + EAP Fig 2.8 WPA + EAP EAP – WPA or WPA2 with EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) Firmware supported options for clients are: EAP-TTLS and EAP-PEAP Cipher Type TKIP - Temporal Key Integrity Protocol which uses RC4 encryption algorithm. AES - Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) algorithm.
- Page 38 WPA EAP-TTLS and WPA EAP-PEAP Fig 2.8 WPA (Station /Station WDS/Repeater WDS) This applies to the following modes only, when WPA or WPA2, with EAP is selected. Station, Station WDS, Repeater WDS Mode Identity Identification credential used by the wpa-supplicant for EAP authentication. User Name: Identification credential used by the wpa-supplicant for EAP tunneled authentication in unencrypted form.
- Page 39 IEEE802.1x Settings The operation of the Keys is the same for ALL the modes. ** Note: Operating with IEEE802.1x security will limit AP to maximum wireless link speed of 54Mbps only. Fig. 2.8 IEEE802.1X (Access Point/Access Point WDS/ Repeater WDS) This option apply to the following modes only, when WPA EAP or IEEE802.1x .
- Page 40 IEEE802.1x Key Length This is the key length of the initial seed key. Select 64 or 128bit. Fig 2.6 WEP The operation of the Keys is the same for ALL the modes. ** Note: Operating with WEP security will limit AP to maximum wireless link speed of 54Mbps only.
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Page 41: Advance Wireless Tab
Advance Wireless Tab Click Advanced Wireless tab from menu and select RADIO 1 to open the page below. Long Range Parameters Setup Advanced wireless page let you setup outdoor long distant connection parameters. Long Range Parameters: Check to enable parameters. Beacon Interval: (default is 100 ms) Define the time interval (in millisecond) the beacon to broadcast. - Page 42 Noise Immunity: Check to enable. When enabled, it automatically adjusts the signal/noise level for best performance. In low noise environment it is recommended to turn off this function. Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI): The default values are LED1-Red (10), LED2-Yellow (20), LED3-Green (40) Each LEDs when turn on indicates the RSSI signal strength has hit over the value.
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Page 43: Services Tab
Services Tab Click Services tab from menu to open the page below. Services section provides varieties of useful and enhanced functions to help assist device operations. -
Page 44: Ping Watchdog
Ping Watchdog Enable Ping Watchdog: Default is disabled. Check on box to enable. IP Address To Ping: Target IP address do ping test monitor. Ping Interval: Default is 5 seconds (minimum). This is Ping test duration. Startup Delay: Default is 60 seconds(minimum). One time delay after device startup. -
Page 45: Snmp Setup
SNMP Setup Enable SNMP: Default is disabled. Check on box to enable. Read Only Password: Password to query device. Engine ID: Default is 800007e5BD00002704D000007c Enable SNMP Trap: Default is disabled. Check on box to enable. Trap Destination IP: Enter the IP to send the info when trap is triggered. Community: Enter the SNMP community string. -
Page 46: Telnet Access Setup
Telnet Access Setup Enable Telnet Server: Default is enabled. Remove check on box to disable. Server Port: Default is 23. Enter new preferred port number. SSH Access Setup Enable SSH Server: Default is disabled. Check on box to enable. Server Port: Default is 22. -
Page 47: System Tab
System Tab The System Page contains Administrative options. This page enables administrator to customize, reboot the device, set it to factory defaults, upload a new firmware, backup or update the configuration and configure administrator’s credentials. Firmware Upgrade Use this section to find out current software version and update the device with the new firmware. -
Page 48: Host Name
Host Name Host Name is the system wide device identifier. It is reported by SNMP Agent to authorized management stations.. Host Name: specifies the system identity. Change button: saves the Host Name if activated. Administrative and Read-only Account In this section the user can modify the administrator password to protect the device from unauthorized configuration. -
Page 49: Configuration Management
Configuration Management Backup Configuration: click Download button to export the current configuration to a file. Upload Configuration: click Browse button to navigate to and select the new configuration file or specify the full path to the configuration file location. Activating the Upload button will transfer new configuration file to the system. New configuration will be effective after the Apply button is activated and system reboot cycle is completed. -
Page 50: Status Page
Status Page The Status Page displays a summary of link status information, current values of basic configuration settings (depending on operating mode), network settings and traffic statistics of all the interfaces. Status Reporting Main Uptime: displays device up time since boot up. The time is expressed in days, hours, minutes and seconds. - Page 51 LAN Setting LAN MAC: displays the MAC address of the device LAN (Ethernet) interface. LAN Mode: displays the mode used, either static or DHCP client. LAN IP Address: displays the current IP address of the LAN (Ethernet) interface. LAN Gateway IP Address: displays the IP address of the gateway used in LAN.
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Page 52: Clients Connection Status In Ap Status Info
Clients Connection Status in AP Status Info All clients connected to AP can be view from AP Status page. Below is an example of a client’s connection status info. Click to refresh client connection statistics and status page Signals strength at the left and right port of radio card can be view with more accurately while adjusting the antenna to get a more balanced reception. -
Page 53: Station Connection Info
Station Connection Info Status Info Click to refresh client connection statistics and status page. WLAN Connected Status: MAC Address: displays the MAC address of the current active WLAN card. Signal Strength: displays the received wireless signal level of opposite connected device. -
Page 54: More Status
Rx invalid NWID value represents the number of packets received with a different NWID or ESSID - packets which were destined for another access point. It can help to detect configuration problems or identify the adjacent wireless network existence on the same frequency. - Page 55 ARP Table display a list of MAC addresses of the connected devices Bridge Table display a list the devices connect to the bridge interface DHCP Active Lease Table display a list of IPs addresses leased to all computers.
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Page 56: Vlan Tab
VLAN Tab This setup lets the user create virtual local network connection through the device Ethernet only and over wireless connections. By default VLAN mode is disabled and checked on No VLAN VLAN Switch To setup VLAN network check on VLAN Switch To add a Tag VLAN ID for Ethernet port, type in the ID number select Tag and click Add To add a Tag VLAN ID for MAIN wireless SSID, type in the ID number select Tag and click Add To add a Tag VLAN ID for VAP1 wireless SSID, type in the ID number select Tag and click Add... -
Page 57: Vlan Management
VLAN Management VLAN management lets the user control and limit only clients connection of same tag VLAN ID group is open AP device web page. * Note:- VLAN Management works only in tag VLAN pass-through mode. i.e. VLAN Switch is disabled. -
Page 58: Appendix I - Network
Appendix I - Network This section provides more detailed explanation on the network operation modes in general. The Network Page allows the administrator to Setup Bridge. The IP configuration as described below is required for device management purposes. IP addresses can either be retrieved from a DHCP server or configured manually. - Page 59 Netmask: This is a value which when expanded into binary provides a mapping to define which portions of IP address groups can be classified as host devices and network devices. Netmask defines the address space of the network segment where device resides.
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Page 60: Appendix Iii- Advanced Settings
Appendix III- Advanced Settings This section provides more detail explanation on advanced setting for routing and wireless settings. The Advanced options page allows the user to manage advanced settings that influence on the device performance and behavior. The advanced wireless settings are dedicated for more technically advanced users who have a sufficient knowledge about wireless LAN technology. - Page 61 Acknowledgement Timeout Device has an auto-acknowledgement timeout algorithm which dynamically optimizes the frame acknowledgement timeout value without user intervention. This is a critical feature required for stabilizing long-distance outdoor links. The user also has the ability to enter the value manually. Distance: specify the distance value in miles (or kilometers) using slider or enter the value manually.
- Page 62 Signal Strength LED Settings LED Thresholds Configuration The LED's for signal strength on the device can be made to light on when received signal levels reach the values defined in the following fields. This allows a technician to easily deploy a CPE without logging into the unit (i.e. for antenna alignment operation). Signal LED Thresholds specify the marginal value of Signal Strength (dBm) which will switch on LEDs indicating signal strength: LED 1 (Red) will switch on if the Signal Strength reaches the value set in...
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Page 63: Appendix Iv- Services
Appendix IV- Services Ping WatchDog The ping watchdog sets the device to continuously ping a user defined IP address (it can be the internet gateway for example). If it is unable to ping under the user defined constraints, the device will automatically reboot. This option creates a kind of "fail-proof" mechanism. - Page 64 NTP Client, Web, Telnet, SSH Server NTP Client: The Network Time Protocol (NTP) is a protocol for synchronizing the clocks of computer systems over packet-switched, variable-latency data networks. It can be used to set the device system time. System Time is reported next to the every System Log entry while registering system events if Log option is enabled.
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Page 65: Appendix V- Vlan Setup Examples
Appendix V- VLAN Setup examples A) Tagged Wireless VLAN to Tagged Ethernet VLAN Setup... -
Page 66: B) Untagged Wireless Vlan To Tagged Ethernet Vlan Setup
B) Untagged Wireless VLAN to Tagged Ethernet VLAN setup C) Tagged VLAN Pass-Through AP and Station link No VLAN Setup Required... -
Page 67: Technical Specification
Technical Specification The APX-110N5 and APX-120N5 – Outdoor IP67 Wireless Bridge technical specifications are shown below. IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet IEEE 802.11i 256-bit Pre-shared Key Supported Standard IEEE802.3x Flow Control and Back Pressure IEEE802.3af Power over Ethernet... - Page 68 Operating Humidity 5% to 95% (Non-Condensing) Storage Temperature C to 85 IP-67, 257mm (W) x 86mm (D) x 257mm (H) Case Dimension This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules...
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