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MOTOMESH 1.0
Mesh Wireless Router
Users Guide
September 2005
6881011Y53-O

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  • Page 1 MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide September 2005 6881011Y53-O...
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  • Page 3 Copyrights © 2005 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of Motorola, Inc.
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table Contents Contents ..........Chapter 1: Product Introduction ................
  • Page 6 MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Resetting the MWR via the Device Web Page ..................... 4-4 Restoring Factory Settings............................ 4-6 Chapter 5: Customer Information ................5-1 Customer Service Information..........................5-1 Obtaining Support ............................5-1 System Information................................5-1 Return Material Request ..............................5-2 Radio Products and Services Division ...........................5-2...
  • Page 7 List Figures List of Figures ..........Figure 1-1 The MWR Device in Context of the Wireless MOTOMESH Network.......1-2 Figure 2-1...
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  • Page 9 List Tables List of Tables ..........Table 1-1 MOTOMESH MWR7300 Specifications ................1-3 Table 2-2...
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  • Page 11 List Procedures List of Procedures ..........Procedure 2-1 Assembling the MWR Device..................2-6 Procedure 2-2...
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  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Chapter Chapter 1: Product Introduction ..........This guide will assist you with the use, installation, and configuration of the MWR7300.

  • Page 14: Mwrs Role Within A Motomesh Wireless Network

    Chapter 1: Product Introduction MWRs Role within a MOTOMESH Wireless Network ..........The MWR and the IAP are considered as fixed Infrastructure devices.

  • Page 15: Product Specifications

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Product Specifications The following specifications apply to the MWR7300 as described in the table below: Table 1-1 MOTOMESH MWR7300 Specifications MOTOMESH MWR7300 Specifications 2.4GHz Portion 4.9GHz Portion Spectrum 2.4G – use all 80MHz 4.9G –...
  • Page 16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction • Wireless bridge support • Wireless client support • Wireless distribution system • Layer 2 multicast support (pass-through) • DHCP Client • Gateway IP address configurability • Network Time Protocol (NTP) support • AES encryption support (client) •...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2: Mwr Device Installation

    Chapter Chapter 2: MWR Device Installation ..........This chapter will provide hardware and software installation information for the MOTOMESH MWR7300 device.

  • Page 18: Equipment Specification

    Chapter 2: MWR Device Installation For a MOTOMESH deployment, a permanent power source for each MWR must be provided. All infrastructure devices require professional installation to ensure that the installation is performed in accordance with FCC licensing regulations Infrastructure devices are fitted with two mounting brackets designed to be attached to light poles and other probable installation sites.

  • Page 19: Optional Antennas

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Optional Antennas The following antennas are recommended for use with Infrastructure devices. Table 2-3 Recommended Antennas for Infrastructure Devices Manufacturer Part Number Gain Usage Hyperlink HG2409U 8.5 dBi 2.4 GHz Infrastructure Maxrad MFB49009NMDC 9dBi 4.9 GHz Infrastructure...

  • Page 20: Mwr Mac Address Table

    Chapter 2: MWR Device Installation MWR MAC Address Table Table 2-4 MWR MAC Address Table 2.4 GHz MEA 2.4 GHz 802.11g 4.9 GHz MEA 4.9 GHz 802.11a MWR Name (MAC/ETH) (MAC/ETH) (MAC/ETH) (MAC/ETH) 6881011Y53-O September 2005...

  • Page 21: Mwr Device Assembly

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide MWR Device Assembly Figure 2-2 shows the external connection points for the MWR device. Figure 2-3 show the mounting bracket. Figure 2-2 Infrastructure Device External Connection Points Ethernet Port Power Input Antenna Connectors...

  • Page 22: Mwr Device Deployment And Installation

    The Geo-location coordinates are entered into an infrastructure device via the Device Manager Network management tool installed on the MeshManager server (refer to the MeshManager Users Guide). Motorola recommends that a DGPS receiver be used to obtain accurate GPS coordinates. 6881011Y53-O September 2005...

  • Page 23: Device Connectivity Testing

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide The longitude, latitude, and altitude values should be entered to a precision of 5 digits following the decimal point. Device Connectivity Testing When a MiSC has been setup on the network, verify connectivity to the device using the following...

  • Page 24: Chapter 3: Device Configuration

    Chapter 3: Device Configuration Chapter Chapter 3: Device Configuration ..........This chapter contains information which will assist you with accessing the MWR via local web interface and using the available configuration options.

  • Page 25: Administrator And User Account Information

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Administrator and User Account Information The device has two accounts for the web interface - an Administrative account (Super User), and a User account (Normal User). The Administrative account must be used for provisioning the device, and the User account may be used for monitoring the status of the device.

  • Page 26: Viewing The Device Administration Home Page As An Administrator

    Chapter 3: Device Configuration Viewing the Device Administration Home Page as an Administrator ..........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 MOTOMESH Device Administration.

  • Page 27: Viewing The Device Administration Home Page As A Normal User

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Viewing the Device Administration Home Page as a Normal User The Device Administration home page provides the Normal User (User Account) with some basic information about the device, including the IP addresses assigned to the device, the MAC addresses of the device and the firmware revision.

  • Page 28: Device Settings Section

    Chapter 3: Device Configuration Figure 3-3 MOTOMESH Device Administration Configuration Page The following sections describe the main section contents displayed in the Configuration tab of the device administration web interface. Device Settings Section Table 3-2 Device Settings Section (Configuration Tab) Field Name Field Description Field Default Value...

  • Page 29: Additional Information About The Network Dhcp Setting

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Field Name Field Description Field Default Value Statically Provisioned Operator (Statically provisioned). IP Address The IP address will be automatically provided by a Varies depending on the DHCP server if one exists and the above field has been selection made in the set to Network DHCP.

  • Page 30: Security Settings Section (Authentication)

    Chapter 3: Device Configuration The Network Operator can choose to keep the provided (derived IP address) or assign a fixed IP address and subnet mask. It is up to the Network Operator to ensure that the assigned address is routable on the core network (if core network access is needed) and that it does not conflict with other addresses in use.

  • Page 31: Viewing The Mwr Configuration Page As A Normal User

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Field Name Field Description Field Default Value Group ID The specified Group ID is used for authentication control between local Group subscriber devices when communicating in peer-to-peer mode. Group The password used between local subscriber devices that belong to the...

  • Page 33: Chapter 4: Device Maintenance

    Chapter Chapter 4: Device Maintenance ..........This chapter describes the available device maintenance functions through the use of the MWRs local web interface.

  • Page 34: Figure 4-2 Enter New Password Screen

    Chapter 4: Device Maintenance Figure 4-2 Enter New Password Screen Enter a new password for the web administrator account and click on the Submit button. After the new password entry has been submitted, the device will prompt the operator to Continue with the process.

  • Page 35: Updating The Device Firmware

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Figure 4-4 Password Change Completed Updating the Device Firmware ..........

  • Page 36: Resetting The Mwr Via The Device Web Page

    Chapter 4: Device Maintenance Entered the correct filename and select the Upload button to initiate the device firmware update. When the device will prompt for firmware filename selection confirmation, select the OK button to continue with the update process. The filename shown in the figure below is only an example; the actual file name will be different.

  • Page 37: Figure 4-8 Device Reset Prompt Web Page

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Although you should not have to reset the MWR device, the device can be reset via the device administration web interface. In order to reset the device, return to the MOTOMESH Device Administration Home page, and choose the Reset the Device selection.

  • Page 38: Restoring Factory Settings

    Chapter 4: Device Maintenance Figure 4-9 Device Reset in Progress Page NOTE: After the completion of the reset, you may experience a slight delay when bringing up another web page. Be patient. Restoring Factory Settings ..........When the Restore Factory Defaults function is selected from the MWR Device Administration Home Page, the device will present the following web page.

  • Page 39: Figure 4-10 Restore Factory Settings Web Page

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Figure 4-10 Restore Factory Settings Web Page The Restore Factory Defaults function will allow you to return the device to factory defaults. This change will include the web password for the administrator and access accounts. This will also return the local IP addresses to the default MAC-derived values.

  • Page 40: Figure 4-12 Factory Settings Restored Web Page

    Chapter 4: Device Maintenance Figure 4-12 Factory Settings Restored Web Page Click on the Finished button to continue to the Reset page. Figure 4-13 Ready to Reset Device Web Page Select the Reset button to initiate resetting the device. 6881011Y53-O September 2005...

  • Page 41: Figure 4-14 Resetting Device Web Page

    MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Figure 4-14 Resetting Device Web Page When the device has finished resetting, the web page will update to the Device Administration Home page. 6881011Y53-O September 2005...
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  • Page 43: Chapter 5: Customer Information

    Motorola System Support Center (SSC). When you consult the Motorola SSC, you increase the likelihood that problems are rectified in a timely fashion and that warranty requirements are satisfied. Check your contract for specific warranty and service information.

  • Page 44: Return Material Request

    Motorola's service philosophy is based on field replaceable entities (FREs). FREs are system components identified by Motorola to be returned to Motorola for repair. In turn, Motorola sends you a replacement FRE component to help you maintain maximum operating performance for your system.
  • Page 45 Place any assembly containing CMOS devices in a static-proof bag or container for shipment. • Obtain a return authorization (RA) number from the Motorola System Support Center. • Include the warranty, model, kit numbers, and serial numbers on the job ticket, as necessary.

  • Page 47: Chapter 6: Certification And Safety Information

    Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 48: Safety Information For The Motomesh Products

    (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. Motorola MOTOMESH products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991. Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual and the hardware and software guides on the MOTOMESH CD will result in user exposure that is substantially below the FCC recommended limits.
  • Page 49 MOTOMESH 1.0 Mesh Wireless Router Users Guide Index Index ..........
  • Page 50 Chapter 6: Certification and Safety Information 6881011Y53-O September 2005 Index-2...
  • Page 51 Glossary Glossary ..........IAP –...

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