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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1 Chapter 7 Key Features/Introduction............1 Wireless Network................ 22 System Requirements / Package Contents ....Wireless Security................. 24 Applications....................Wireless MAC Filtering.............. 30 Technical Specifications..............4 Wireless Advanced ..............31 Physical Interface................. 5 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)..........32 WDS Link Settings................

  • Page 3: Key Features/Introduction

    • Band Steering shifts dual band clients to the 5 GHz band for to relieve network congestion on the 2.4 GHz band • Siselectron Technology Ltd seeks the most efficient signal path to AC compatible computers and devices • Secured Guest Network Introduction The SWE 2520 leverages the breakthrough speed and performance 802.11ac...

  • Page 4: System Requirements / Package Contents

    It’s an ideal solution for spacious interior environments such as System Requirements large homes, small and medium-sized businesses, multiple-floor The following are the Minimum System Requirements in order buildings, hotels, hospitals, and other venues. configure the device: • Computer with an Ethernet interface or wireless The SWE 2520 also delivers up to 15x faster wireless speeds compared network capability to legacy...

  • Page 5: Applications

    Applications • Training/Educational Facilities: Training sites at corporations or Wireless LAN (WLAN) products are easy to install and highly efficient. students at universities use wireless connectivity to exchange The following list describes some of the many applications made information between peers and easily access information for possible through the power and flexibility of WLANs learningpurposes.

  • Page 6: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Standard: Security IEEE802.11b/g/n on 2.4 GHz WEP (64/128bit) IEEE 802.11ac/a/n on 5 GHz WPA/WPA2 (TKIP/AES) IEEE802.3at Hidden SSID MAC address filtering, up to 50 fields Antenna L2 Isolation Integrated 3D Sectorized Antenna 802.1X Authenticator (MD5/TLS/TTLS/PEAP) 4 dBi on 2.4 GHz Guest Network 5 dBi on 5 GHz QoS (Quality of Service)

  • Page 7: Physical Interface

    Physical Interface Dimensions and Weights Diameter: 6.36” Height: 1.64” Weight: 0.65 lbs. 1 Reset Button: Press and hold for over 10 seconds to reset 4 Power Connector: 12V DC IN for Power. to factory defaults settings 5 Ceiling (Wall) Mount Hole: Using the provided hardware, the 2 LED Indicators: LED lights for WPS, WLAN 5G, WLAN 2.4G, SWE 2520 can be attached to a ceiling or wall.

  • Page 8: Before You Begin

    This section will guide you through the installation process. The operating distance of all wireless devices can o ften n ot be Placement of the Siselectron SWE 2520 is essential to maximize the pre-determined due to a n umber of unknown obstacles in the Access Point’s performance.

  • Page 9: Computer Settings

    Computer Settings Windows XP/Windows 7 2b.In Windows 7, click View Network Status and Tasks in the Network and Internet section, then select Change In order to use the SWE 2520, you must first configure the Adapter Settings. TCP/IPv4 connection of your Windows OS computer system. 1.
  • Page 10 4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then select 5. Select Use the following IP address and enter an IP address Properties. that is different from the SWE 2520 and Subnet mask, then click Note: Ensure that the IP address and Subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device.
  • Page 11 Apple Mac OS X 4. In Configure IPv4, select Manually. 1. Go to System Preferences (it can be opened in the 5. Enter an IP address that is different from the SWE 2520 Applications folder or by electing it in the Apple Menu). and Subnet mask, then click OK.

  • Page 12: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation Ensure that the computer in use has an Ethernet Controller port This diagram depicts the hardware configuration (RJ-45 Ethernet Port). For more information, verify with your computer’s user manual. 2. Connect one end of the Category 5e Ethernet cable into the RJ- 45 port of the SWE 2520 and the other end to the RJ-45 port of the computer.

  • Page 13: Mounting The Swe 2520

    Mounting the SWE 2520 Using the provided hardware, the SWE 2520 can be attached Leave enough of the screws exposed to ensure that the unit can be to a ceiling or wall. attached to the mounting bracket. To attach the SWE 2520 to a ceiling or wall using the If extra space is required, use the provided spacers and long screws from mounting bracket: from the T-Rail mounting hardware kit to increase the space between...
  • Page 14 Attaching the SWE 2520 to a ceiling using the provided T-Rail connectors: 2. Line connected T-Rail connectors with 1. Attach the T-Rail connectors to the bottom cover of the SWE 2520 appropriately sized rail and press the unit onto the rail until it using the provided short screws.

  • Page 15: Configuring Your Access Point

    Configuring Your Access Point 2. The default username and password are: admin. Once you have This section will show you how to configure the device using the entered the correct username and password, click the Login web-based configuration interface. button to open the web-based configuration page. Default Settings Please use your Ethernet port or wireless network adapter to connect the Access Point.

  • Page 16: Access Point Mode

    The SWE 2520 has the ability to operate in various modes. This chapter describes the operating modes of the SWE 2520. Access Point Mode In Access Point Mode, the SWE 2520 behaves like a central connection for stations or clients that support IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n networks. The stations and clients must be configured to use the same SSID (Service Set Identifier) and security password to associate with the SWE 2520.

  • Page 17: Wds Ap Mode

    WDS AP Mode The SWE 2520 also supports WDS AP mode. This operating mode allows wireless connections to the SWE 2520 using WDS technology. In this mode, configure the MAC addresses in both Access Points to enlarge the wireless area by enabling WDS Link settings. WDS supports up to four (4) AP MAC addresses.

  • Page 18: Wds Bridge Mode

    WDS Bridge Mode In WDS Bridge Mode, the SWE 2520 can wirelessly connect different LANs by configuring the MAC address and security settings of each SWE 2520 device. Use this mode when two wired LANs located a small distance apart want to communicate with each other. The best solution is to use the SWE 2520 to wirelessly connect two wired LANs, as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 19: Chapter 5 Overview

    Overview The Overview section contains the following options: • Device Status • Connections The following sections describe these options: • The LAN Information section under the Connections link shows the Local Area Network settings such as the LAN IP Address, Subnet mask, Gateway, DNS Address, DHCP Client, and STP status.

  • Page 20: Connections

    Connections The SWE 2520 automatically logs (records) events of possible interest internal memory. view the logged information, click the Connections link under the Device Status menu. If there is not enough internal memory to log all events, older events are deleted from the log.

  • Page 21: Operation Modes/Basic

    Operation Mode: Select an operating mode from the drop- Operation Modes down list. The SWE 2520 supports three operation modes: Access Band Steering: Enable Band Steering to so D e t e c t s and Point, WDS AP, and WDS Bridge. allows Dual Band clients to shift to the 5 GHz band from the 2.4 GHz band, relieving network congestion and maintain optimal data Device Settings...

  • Page 22: Ip Settings/Spanningtree Settings

    IP Network Settings Select whether the device IP address will use the static IP address specified in the IP Address field or be obtained automatically when the device connects to a DHCP server. IP Address: Displays the IP Address of this device. Spanning Tree Status: Enables or disables the Spanning Tree feature IP Subnet Mask: Displays the IP Subnet mask of this device.
  • Page 23 Forward Delay: Specifes Bridge Forward Delay, in seconds. Forwarding Delay Time is the time spent in each of the Listening and Learning states before the Forwarding state is entered. This delay is provided so that when a new bridge comes onto a busy network, it analyzes data traffic before participating.

  • Page 24: Chapter 7 Wireless Network

    Channel/Frequency: Select the channel and frequency appropriate Wireless Network for your country’s regulation. This page displays the current status of the Wireless settings of the SWE 2520. Auto: Select this option to enable the Auto-Channel feature. Access Point/WDS AP mode: RTS/CTS Threshold: Specifies the threshold package size for RTC/CTS.
  • Page 25 2.4GHz/5 GHz SSID Profile Under Wireless Settings, you can edit the SSID profile to fit your Wireless Security: See the Wireless Security section on page 34. needs. Click Edit under the SSID you would like to make changes to. Isolation: Check the box to Enable or disable the Isolation feature. Save: Click Save to confirm the changes.

  • Page 26: Wireless Security

    Wireless Security WEP Encryption The Wireless Security section lets you configure the security modes for SWE 2520: • • WPA-PSK • WPA2-PSK • WPA-PSK Mixed • WPA-Enterprise Auth Type: Select Open System or Shared Key. Input WPA2-Enterprise • Type: ASCII: Regular Text (Recommended) WPA Mixed Enterprise.
  • Page 27 WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Shared Key) Encryption: WPA2-PSK Encryption: Encryption: Select the WPA encryption type you would like to use. Encryption: Select the WPA encryption type you would like to use. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Passphrase: Wireless clients must use the same Key to associate Passphrase: Wireless clients must use the same Key to associate the device.
  • Page 28 WPA-Enterprise Encryption: WPA-PSK Mixed Encryption: Encryption: Select the WPA encryption type you would like to use. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Encryption: Select the WPA encryption type you would like. Please Passphrase: Wireless clients must use the same Key to associate ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings.
  • Page 29 WPA2Enterprise Encryption: Interim Accounting Interval: Specify how often, in seconds, the accounting data is sent out. Note: 802.11n does allow WEP/WPA-PSK TKIP/ WPA2-PSK TKIP security mode. The connection mode will automatically change from 802.11n to 802.11g. Encryption: Select the WPA encryption type you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings.
  • Page 30 WPA Mixed Enterprise Encryption: Radius Accounting Server: Enter IP address of the Radius accounting server. Radius Accounting Port: Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius accounting server. Radius Accounting Secret: Enter secret required to connect to the Radius accounting server. Interim Accounting Interval: Specify how often, in seconds, the accounting data is sent out.
  • Page 31 Radius Accounting Server: Enter the IP address of the Radius accounting server. Radius Accounting Port: Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius accounting server. Radius Accounting Secret: Enter the secret required to connect to the Radius accounting server. Interim Accounting Interval: Specify how often, in seconds, the accounting data sends.

  • Page 32: Wireless Mac Filtering

    Wireless MAC Filtering ACL (Access Control List) Mode: Determines whether network access is granted or denied to clients whose MAC addresses appear Wireless MAC Filtering is used to allow or deny network access to in the MAC address table on this page. Choices given are: Disabled, wireless clients (computers, tablet PCs, NAS, smartphones, etc.) Deny MAC in the list, or Allow MAC in the list.

  • Page 33: Wireless Advanced

    Wireless Advanced This page allows you to configure advanced wireless settings Data Rate: Select a data rate from the drop-down list. The data rate for the SWE 2520. It is recommended that the default settings affects throughput of data in the SWE 2520. The lower the data are used unless the user...

  • Page 34: Wps (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

    WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) The Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) feature complies with the Wi-Fi Configured or Unconfigured. When it is configured, the WPS has Alliance WPS standard and makes it easier to quickly add client been used to authorize a connection between the device and wireless clients.

  • Page 35: Wds Link Settings

    WDS Link Settings 2.4 GHz/5 GHz WDS Link Settings Using WDS (Wireless Distribution System) will allow a network administrator installer connect to Access Points wirelessly. Doing so will extend the wired infrastructure to locations where cabling is not possible or inefficient to implement. Note: Compatibility between different brands...

  • Page 36: Chapter 8 Administration

    Administration Apply: Click Apply to save the changes. This page allows you to change SWE 2520 username and password. By default, the username is admin and the password is Note: it is highly reccomended that you change you admin. The password can contain from 0~12 alphanumeric password to something more unique for greater security.

  • Page 37: Management Vlan Settings

    Management VLAN Settings Management VLAN ID: If your network includes VLANs, you can This page allows you to assign a VLAN tag to the packets. A VLAN is a specify a VLAN ID for packets pass through the Access Point with a group of computers on a network whose software has been tag.

  • Page 38: Wireless Traffic Shaping

    Wireless Traffic Shaping Traffic Shaping regulates the flow of packets leaving an interface to deliver improved Quality of Service. To edit Wireless Traffic Shaping, click Edit for the SSID you would like to configure under Wireless Settings. Enable Traffic Shaping: select this option from the drop- down list to enable Wireless Traffic Shaping.

  • Page 39: Snmp Settings

    SNMP Settings Status: Enables or disables the SNMP feature. Contact: This page allows you to assign the Contact Details, Location, Community Specifies the contact details of the device. Location: Name, and Trap Settings for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). This networking management protocol used Specifies the location of the device.
  • Page 40 Priv Protocol: Select the Privacy Protocol type you would like to use. Priv Key: Specifies the Privacy Key. Engine ID: Specifies the Engine ID for SNMPv3. Save: Click Save to apply the changes.

  • Page 41: Backup/Restore Settings

    Backup/Restore Settings Factory Settings This page allows you to save the current device configurations. Backup Settings: To restore settings that have been When you save custom configurations, you can also reload the previously backed up, click Export, select file, and click saved configurations into the device through the Restore...

  • Page 42: Auto Reboot Settings

    Auto Reboot Settings You can specify how often you would like to reboot the SWE 2520. To configure the Auto Reboot settings, click the Wi-Fi Scheduler tab on the side bar under Management. Status: Enables or disables the Auto Reboot feature. Timer: Specifies the time and frequency in rebooting the SWE 2520 by Min, Hour, Day and/or Week.

  • Page 43: Firmware Upgrade/Time Settings

    This page allows you to upgrade the Firmware of the SWE This page allows you to set the internal clock of the SWE 2520. Check out siselectron.com.tw periodicaly for updates. 2520. To access the Date and Time settings, click Time Zone under the Management tab on the side bar.
  • Page 44 savings time for ther SWE 2520. Next, enter the dates that correspond to the present year’s daylight savings start and end times. Apply: Click Apply to save the changes.

  • Page 45: System Log/Tools

    System Log Tools This page allows you to setup the System Log and local log functions This page allows you to analyze the connection quality of the for the SWE 2520. Click Log under the Systems Manager section to SWE 2520 and trace the routing table to a target in the network. open up the System Log page.

  • Page 46: Ping Test Parameters/Traceroute Parameters

    Ping Test Parameters Traceroute Parameters Target IP/Domain Name: Enter the target IP address you would like to search. Target IP/Domain Name: Enter an IP address or domain name you wish to trace. Ping Packet Size: Enter the packet size in bytes for each Start: Click Start to begin the trace route operation.

  • Page 47: Speed Test Parameters/Led Control

    Speed Test Parameters LED Control Target IP/Domain Name: Enter an IP address or domain name This page allows you to control the LED control functions: Power you wish to run a Speed Test for. status, LAN interface, 2.4 GHz/5 GHz WLAN interface and WPS Time Period/Check Interval: Enter the time in seconds that you would like the test to run for and in how many intervals.

  • Page 48: Device Discovery/Reset

    Device Discovery Under Device Discovery, you can choose for the SWE 2520 to Automatically scan for local devices to connect to. Click Scan to begin the process. Reset In some circumstances, you may be required to force the device to reboot.

  • Page 49: Fcc Interference Statement

    FCC Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 50 Hereby, Siselectron Technology Ltd. declarates that the SWE 2520 is in compliance with the essential English requirementsand other relevants provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Por medio de la presente, Siselectron Technology Ltd. declara que el SWE 2520 cumple con los requisitos esenciales Español (Spanish) y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la directiva 1999/5/CE.

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