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  • Page 1 AirMax5N/ESD 802.11a/n 1T1R Wireless Outdoor CPE User’s Manual Version 2.0...
  • Page 2 Copyright and Disclaimer Version 2.0 This guide is written for firmware version 3.0 or later. Copyright & Disclaimer No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means, whether electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or recording without the written consent of OvisLink Corp.
  • Page 3 Table of Contents 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 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introduction ....................1 1.1 Overview.................... 1 1.2 How to Use This Guide ..............1 1.3 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support ..........3 1.4 Features .................... 4 1.5 Wireless Operation Modes ..............4 1.5.1 Access Point Mode ..................5 1.5.2 Repeater Mode ....................
  • Page 5 Table of Contents 4.1 About AirMax5N’s Menu Structure ........... 25 4.2 Operation Modes (Wireless and WAN Settings)....... 26 4.2.1 Regulatory Domain ..................27 4.2.2 Network SSID .................... 28 4.2.3 Site Survey ....................28 4.2.4 Radio Mode (11a, 11a/n mixed, 11n) ............29 4.2.5 Channel .....................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents 5.2.5 System Log ....................62 6. Antenna Alignment ................63 6.1 About AirMax5N’s Antenna .............. 63 6.1.1 Mounting Adjustment ................. 63 6.2 Preparation before Installation ............63 6.3 Antenna Alignment using Signal Survey ........... 64 7. Application Example: Infrastructure ............ 66 7.1 Application Environment ..............

  • Page 7: Introduction

    1. Introduction Introduction 1.1 Overview The AIRMAX5N is a 1T1R wireless outdoor multi-function device based on IEEE 802.11a/n 5-GHz radio technologies. When installed in upright position, it is rain and splash proof. It features an integrated 16dBi patch antenna and passive POE to simplify the installation. The built-in antenna can provide up to 3km* of distance depending on conditions.
  • Page 8 1. Introduction Recommended Reading Chapter 1 1.5 Operation Modes: This section explains the usage of each wireless operation mode. It is a must read. Chapter 2: This chapter is about hardware installation. You should read through the entire chapter. Chapter 3: 3.1 Important Information: This section has default settings information such as IP, password, SSID, and recommended browser 3.3 Management Interface: This section introduces Web, Telnet, and...

  • Page 9: Firmware Upgrade And Tech Support

    1. Introduction Chapter 5: Web Management 2: Configurations and Status This chapter explains all the non-wireless settings and status such as IP settings, Ping Watchdog. 5.1.5 PING Watchdog: PING watchdog is a crucial function to keep your wireless connection alive. When AirMax5N can’t get a response from remote devices, it will attempt to re-establish the connection.

  • Page 10: Features

    1. Introduction Figure 1.4: AirLive Newsletter Suppport System 1.4 Features n 1T1R 150Mbps n IEEE 802.11a/n n Runs from 5.1GHz to 5.8GHz Spectrum n 2 x 10/100 Ethernet Port with one Passive PoE port n Built-in 16dBi Antenna n AP, Repeater, Bridge, Client, Router, WISP Modes n R-SMA Female Connector for External Antenna n Passive PoE Powered n Reset button on the POE Injector...

  • Page 11: Access Point Mode

    1. Introduction 1.5.1 Access Point Mode When operating in the Access Point mode, the AIRMAX5N becomes the center hub of the wireless network. All wireless cards and clients connect and communicate through AirMax5N. This type of network is known as “Infrastructure network”. Other AirMax5N or 802.11a/n CPE can connect to AP mode through “Client Infrastructure Mode”.

  • Page 12: Wds Bridge Mode

    1. Introduction 1.5.3 WDS Bridge Mode This mode is also known as “WDS Pure MAC mode”. When configured to operate in the Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Mode, the AIRMAX5N provides bridging functions with remote LAN networks in the WDS system. The system will support up to total of 8 bridges in a WDS network (by daisy chain).

  • Page 13: Client Infrastructure Mode

    1. Introduction 1.5.5 Client Infrastructure Mode This mode is also known as “Client” mode. In Client Infrastructure mode, the AIRMAX5N acts as if it is a wireless adapter to connect with a remote Access Point. Users can attach a computer or a router to the LAN port of AirMax5N to get network access. This mode is often used by WISP on the subscriber’s side.

  • Page 14: Ap Router Mode

    1. Introduction 1.5.7 AP Router Mode In AP Router Mode, the AirMax5N behaves like a wireless router. The non-PoE port of the AirMax5N will become WAN port. Both the wireless and the passive PoE port of AirMax5N becomes the LAN side. User can manage the AirMax5N through the wireless or passive PoE port.

  • Page 15: Installing The Airmax5N

    2. Installing the AirMax5N Installing the AirMax5N This section describes the hardware features and the hardware installation procedure for the AIRMAX5N. For software configuration, please go to chapter 3 for more details. 2.1 Before You Start It is important to read through this section before you install the AirMax5N The AirMax5N comes with everything you need to start installation with exception of the PoE Ethernet Cable.

  • Page 16: Package Content

    2. Installing the AirMax5N 2.2 Package Content The AIRMAX5N package contains the following items: One AIRMAX5N main unit One 12V 1A DC power adapter Passive PoE DC Injector 1 x Plastic Straps User’s Guide CD Quick Start Guide The PoE Ethernet cable is not included in the package. You may choose an outdoor specification Ethernet cable according to the length you need.
  • Page 17 2. Installing the AirMax5N LED Behavior LED Indicator State Description The WLAN Broadband Router is powered ON. 1. PWR LED The WLAN Broadband Router is powered Off. Wireless Radio ON. Wireless Radio Off. 2. WLAN LED Flashing Data is transmitting or receiving on the wireless. Port linked.

  • Page 18: Hardware Installation

    2. Installing the AirMax5N 2.4 Hardware Installation Please prepare a screw driver and an outdoor graded PoE Ethernet cable with adequate length according to your need. 1. Push the button in the side to remove 2. Pass through Ethernet cable from the hole; upper housing.

  • Page 19: Standard Pole Mount

    2. Installing the AirMax5N 2.4.1 Standard Pole Mount Your AirMax5N comes standard with 1 plastic straps for pole mounting. Please follow the procedure below to install: 1. Put the plastic strap through the holes 2. Thread the thinner end of the strap into on the Pole Mount holders.
  • Page 20 2. Installing the AirMax5N Remove the cover. Connect the converter cable to the antenna port. Please run the cable through the cable hole Push back the cover. You should connect the AirMax5N to an external antenna before power on to avoid damaging the RF AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Restore Settings To Default

    2. Installing the AirMax5N 5. Please go to the web configuration. Select “Wireless Settings” ->operation mode-> Advance Settings. Change the “Antenna Setting” to “External”. 2.5 Restore Settings to Default If you have forgotten your AirMax5N’s IP address or password, you can restore your AirMax5N to the default settings by pressing on the “reset button”...

  • Page 22: Configuring The Airmax5N

    3. Configuring the AirMax5N Configuring the AirMax5N In this chapter, we will explain AirMax5N’s available management interfaces and how to get into them. Then, we will provide the introduction on Web Management and recommended initial settings. For detail explanations on Web Management functions, please go to Chapter 4 and 5.

  • Page 23: Management Interface

    3. Configuring the AirMax5N You are ready now to configure the AirMax5N using your PC. 3.3 Management Interface The AirMax5N can be configured using the web interfaces: Web Management (HTTP): You can manage your AirMax5N by simply typing its IP address in the web browser. Most functions of AirMax5N can be accessed by web management interface.

  • Page 24: Introduction To Web Management

    3. Configuring the AirMax5N 3.4 Introduction to Web Management 3.4.1 Welcome Screen and Login After the procedure above, the Welcome Screen will appear. Welcome Screen gives a brief introduction of the AirMax5N’s main function category. By click on the function category, it will direct you to the corresponding web management menu.
  • Page 25 3. Configuring the AirMax5N After you enter the correct password, the welcome screen will appear. Than chose the corresponding menu you needed, and the web interface will be arranged as below: System Configuration Wireless Settings AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual...

  • Page 26: Initial Configurations

    3. Configuring the AirMax5N 3.5 Initial Configurations We recommend users to browse through AirMax5N’s web management interface to get an overall picture of the functions and interface. Below are the recommended initial configurations for first time login: 3.5.1 Choose the wireless Operation Modes The wireless settings of AirMax5N are dependent on the wireless operation mode you choose.

  • Page 27: Change The Device's Ip Address

    3. Configuring the AirMax5N 3.5.2 Change the Device’s IP Address The default IP address is at 192.168.1.1. You should change it to the same subnet as your network. Also, if you want to manage AirMax5N remotely, you have to set the Gateway and DNS server information.

  • Page 28: Change The Country Code

    3. Configuring the AirMax5N 3.5.3 Change the Country Code The legal frequency and channels in 5GHz spectrum varies between countries. The default country code is United Kingdom which should require no changes If you are living in Europe. If you are living outside EU, you should change the country code accordingly. In the example below, we will change the country code to United States which enables the use of 5.8GHz spectrum.

  • Page 29: Set The Time And Date

    3. Configuring the AirMax5N Step 2. From the Regulatory Domain, please select your country Step 3. Select the Europe(ETSI) from the list. Step 4. Click on “Apply” to finish. 3.5.4 Set the Time and Date It is important that you set the date and time for your AirMax5N so that the system log will record the correct date and time information.

  • Page 30: Change Password

    3. Configuring the AirMax5N 3.5.5 Change Password You should change the password for AirMax5N at the first login. To change password, please go to “System Configuration” -> “Password Settings” menu. AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual...

  • Page 31: Web Management: Wireless And Wan Settings

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Web Management: Wireless and WAN Settings In this chapter, we will explain about the wireless settings and router mode settings in web management interface. Please be sure to read through Chapter 3’s “Introduction to Web Management”...

  • Page 32: Operation Modes (Wireless And Wan Settings)

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Operation Mode: This menu is where you will find wireless and WAN settings. The AirMax5N’s wireless settings are dependent on the wireless operation mode you choose; only the applicable wireless settings for selected operation mode are shown.

  • Page 33: Regulatory Domain

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Mode: The available wireless operation modes for AirMax5N. Select one and click on “Change Mode” button to switch between modes. Setup: Click here to configure the Wireless and WAN (in router mode) settings. Radio: This explain how the radio function in the particular operation mode Ethernet: This shows whether the radio Once you click on the “Setup”...

  • Page 34: Network Ssid

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.2.2 Network SSID Operation Mode -> Setup -> Network SSID The SSID is the network name used to identify a wireless network. The SSID must be the same for all devices in the same wireless network. In AirMax5N; it is possible to create more than one SSID in AP, WDS + AP and AP Router mode, please check the “Multiple SSID ”...

  • Page 35: Radio Mode (11A, 11A/N Mixed, 11N)

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings For antenna alignment. It will display signal value Click here to select once a second. SSID for Association or Signal Survey To connect with the selected SSID. This function is available only in Client or Bridge Mode Add (to WDS): Please choose a SSID before click on this button.

  • Page 36: Channel Width

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 5580 5600 5620 5640 5660 5680 5700 4.2.6 Channel Width Operation Mode -> Setup -> Channel Width Each channel will jump by number of 4 (i.e. 36, 40, 44…etc). You can change the Channel Width to 20 or 20/40MHz to either increase performance or reduce the interference problem.
  • Page 37 4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Select one of the WEP key for wireless network: There are total of 4 possible keys for WEP encryption. You need to choose which key will be used for encryption. All wireless devices on the same network have to use the same settings. We recommend using WEP Key 1 as in default setting.
  • Page 38 4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 802.1x 802.1x allows users to leverage a RADIUS server to do association authentications. You can also enable dynamic WEP key (128 bit) to have data encryption. You do not have to enter the WEP key manually because it will be generated automatically and dynamically. WPA-RADIUS, WPA2-RADIUS Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) introduces the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) that provides added security.
  • Page 39 4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual...
  • Page 40 4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Encryption Type: There are two encryption types TKIP and AES (CCMP). While AES provides better security than TKIP, some wireless client stations may not be equipped with the hardware to support it. You can select TKIP/AES to allow TKIP clients and AES clients to connect to the Access Point at the same time.
  • Page 41 4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Pre-shared Key: This is an ASCII string with 8 to 63 characters. Please make sure that both the AIRMAX5N and the wireless client stations use the same key. Encryption Type: There are two encryption types TKIP and AES (CCMP). While AES provides better security than TKIP, some wireless client stations may not be equipped with the hardware to support it.

  • Page 42: Antenna Settings

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.2.9 Antenna Settings Operation Mode -> Setup -> Antenna Settings The AirMax5N is equipped with a 16dBi patch antennas. If it’s not enough for your application, you can also select a external antenna for making the radio signal be propagated further.

  • Page 43: Access Control (Acl)

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Beacon Interval: Beacon Interval: The device broadcasts beacon frames regularly to announce its existence. The beacon Interval specifies how often beacon frames are transmitted in time unit of milliseconds. The default value is 100, and a valid value should be between 1 and 65,535.

  • Page 44: Multiple Ssid

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Disable MAC address control list: When selected, no MAC address filtering will be performed. Enable GRANT address control list: When selected, data traffic from only the specified devices in the table will be allowed in the network. Enable DENY address control list: When selected, data traffic from the devices specified in the table will be denied/discarded by the network.
  • Page 45 4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Configuring the Multiple SSID When you click on the “Multiple SSID” button, the following screen will appear How to add a SSID You can add up to 4 SSID in AirMax5N. Please follow the procedure below: Enter the SSID name (i.e.

  • Page 46: Wmm Qos

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.2.14 WMM QoS Operation Mode -> Setup -> WMM QoS Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is a standard to prioritize traffic for multimedia applications. The WMM Settings is to specify parameters on multiple data queue for better performance of differentiated wireless traffic like Voice-over-IP (VoIP), other types of audio, video, and streaming media as well as traditional IP data over the AP.
  • Page 47 4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Configure the WMM QoS Parameters AC Type The queue and associated priorities and parameters for transmission are as follows: AC_BE: Medium priority queue, medium throughput and delay. Most traditional IP data is sent to this queue. AC_BK: Lowest priority queue, high throughput.
  • Page 48 4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings CWmin and CWmax If an access point detects that the medium is in use, it uses the DCF random backoff timer to determine the amount of time to wait before attempting to access a given channel again.

  • Page 49: Bandwidth Control

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings AIFSN The Arbitration Inter-Frame Spacing (AIFs) specifies a wait time (in milliseconds) for data frames. 802.11e uses interframe spaces to regulate which frames get access to available channels and to coordinate wait times for transmission of different types of data.

  • Page 50: Wds Settings

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings To configure, please click on the “Bandwidth Control” button under wireless settings. The following screen will appear: Enable: Seleck to enable Bandwidth Control. The default value is disabled. Local IP Address: Fill in the local IP address Uplink Bandwidth: Input uplink Maximum upload bandwidth Downlink Bandwidth: Input downlink Maximum upload bandwidth.

  • Page 51: Router Mode Settings

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings EncrypType: Select the encryption method you’d like to use for the WDS connection. You can choose WEP, TKIP or AES. EncryptKey: Please input the encryption key in this column. The formats of the encryption key are the same as you used I the security setting. AP MAC Address: Please input the desired AP’s MAC address in this column.

  • Page 52: Ap Router Mode

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.4.2 AP Router Mode In AP Router mode, the non-POE port of the AirMax5N will turn into the WAN port. The wireless interface will become the LAN side. It will turn AirMax5N into a wireless router. Since the Ethernet interface becomes WAN;...

  • Page 53: Dynamic Dns Settings

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings Clone MAC Address: Some service provider (Cable Modem provider) lock to certain MAC address. In this situation, the WAN port of AirMax5N needs to clone the MAC address. Please check the “Clone MAC address” box and enter the address that need to be cloned.

  • Page 54: Dhcp Server

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings n HTTP Web Server Access: You can enable or disable HTTP service from WAN side n Response to WAN ping: You can disable or enable whether AirMax5N will response to PING command. 4.4.6 DHCP Server Operation Mode ->...

  • Page 55: Dmz

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.4.7 DMZ Operation Mode -> Setup ->DMZ Settings DMZ opens all TCP/UDP ports to particular IP address on the LAN side. It allows setting up servers behind the AirMax5N. Enable the DMZ function and then enter the local DMZ IP address. A DMZ server is a common term used to describe the default virtual server.
  • Page 56 4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual...

  • Page 57: Virtual Server Settings

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.4.9 Virtual Server Settings Operation Mode -> Setup ->Virtual Setting This allows you to specify one or more applications running on server computers on the LAN that may be accessed by any Internet user. Internet data destined for the specified public port will be directed to the specified private port number on the LAN client with the specified private IP address.

  • Page 58: Ip Filtering Settings

    4. Web Management-Wireless and WAN Settings 4.4.10 IP Filtering Settings Operation Mode -> Setup -> IP Filtering Settings IP filtering is simply a mechanism that decides which types of IP datagram will be processed normally and which will be discarded. This allows you to define rules for allowing / denying access from / to the Internet.

  • Page 59: Web Management 2: System Configuration And Status

    5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status In this chapter, we will explain about System Configurations in web management interface. Please be sure to read through Chapter 3’s “Introduction to Web Management” and “Initial Configurations”...
  • Page 60 5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status Assign Static IP to the Device If you choose to assign the IP address manually, enable the checkbox of “Assign static IP to this device” and then fill in the following fields IP Address and IP Subnet Mask: Default values are 192.168.1.1 and 255.255.255.0 respectively.

  • Page 61: Time Settings

    5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status 5.1.2 Time Settings System Configuration ->Time Settings It is important that you set the date and time for your AirMax5N so that the system log will record the correct date and time information. We recommend you choose “Enable NTP” so the time will be keep even after reboot.

  • Page 62: System Management

    5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status 5.1.4 System Management System Configuration -> System Management In this page, administrator can change the management parameters and disable/enable management interface. n Telnet: Administrator can enable or disable the telnet interface here. n UPnP: Administrator can enable or disable the UPnP function here.

  • Page 63: Firmware Upgrade

    5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status PING Frequency: means "How often the CPE will PING". For example, it will PING once every "120" seconds. Fail Tries means "How many times fails before the CPE will judge the PING failed". For example "2"...

  • Page 64: Configuration Save And Restore

    5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status Upgrade Firmware: To update the AIRMAX5N firmware, first download the firmware from AirLive web site to your local disk, and then from the above screen enter the path and filename of the firmware file (or click Browse to locate the firmware file).

  • Page 65: Factory Default

    5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status Step 1 Select Configuration Save and Restore from the System Configurations menu. Step 2 Click the SAVEbutton to save the current configuration into the specified file. Or click the Browse button to locate the configuration file ,then click the RESTORE button to restore the system configuration from the specified file.

  • Page 66: Device Status

    5 Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status 5.2 Device Status When you click on the “Device Status” on the top menu bar, the sub menu for device status will appear. 5.2.1 Device Information This page shows the general information about AirMax5N such as firmware version, device IP/MAC, WAN IP/MAC(in router modes), Gateway IP(in router modes), DNS IP…etc.

  • Page 67: Wireless Information

    5. Web Management 2: System Configuration and Status 5.2.2 Wireless Information This page shows the information about wireless status such as current operation mode, wireless traffic, error packets, device’s BSSD, connecting State, channel, and encryption used. 5.2.3 Internet Information This page shows the information about WAN port of the AirMax5N. It includes the type of WAN port authentication used and the IP address information about the WAN port.

  • Page 68: Wireless Client Table

    5.2.5 System Log The System Log displays the system activities, login, and system error report. If you need to report a problem to Air Live, please be sure to send us the System Log information also. AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual...

  • Page 69: Antenna Alignment

    6. Antenna Alignment Antenna Alignment It is important to align your antenna correctly with the remote device to get the best signal and performance. The AirMax5N is equipped with a 16dBi antenna. There is a connector for external antenna if more distance or different angle coverage is required. In this chapter, we will first explain the design and function of the built-in antenna.

  • Page 70: Antenna Alignment Using Signal Survey

    6. Antenna Alignment 6.3 Antenna Alignment using Signal Survey Signal Survey function can display the Signal Strength value in real time to help you with antenna alignment. The Signal Survey is a subnet of the Site Survey function; you do not need to enter the wireless settings in advance.
  • Page 71 6. Antenna Alignment Step 1 Go to the Sit Survey function Step 2 Check the Signal Strength of the desired AP. For identify the AP quicker, we suggest you to written the MAC address of the desired AP and using the MAC to filter out your target.

  • Page 72: Application Example: Infrastructure

    7. Application Example: Infrastructure Application Example: Infrastructure In this chapter, you will learn how to utilize AirMax5N’s Access Point mode, Client Infrastructure Mode, and Bridge Infrastructure mode in one application example. In addition, you will also learn how to configure multiple SSID. 7.1 Application Environment In this application example, an AirMax5N in Access Point mode is in the center of an infrastructure topology with two virtual wireless networks.

  • Page 73: Central Ap: Access Point Mode

    7. Application Example: Infrastructure 7.2 Central AP: Access Point Mode The configuration of Central AP involves the followings: Using multiple SSID to create 2 wireless network AirLive01: A network for remote AP with WPA-PSK security policy. AirLive02: A network with WPA-PSK2 security policy 7.2.1 AP Wireless Settings AP : AirMax5N in AP Mode Set device IP to 192.168.1.1 with subnet mask of 255.255.255.248...
  • Page 74 7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 1 Click on “setup” button on the “Operation Mode” page Step 2 On the wireless setting page, please enter the SSID and Channel. And then press “Apply” to make changes. AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual...
  • Page 75 7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 3 Click on the “Multiple SSID”. Step 4 Go to the Security Setting and set the security policy separately. AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual 2000...

  • Page 76: Client: Client Mode

    7. Application Example: Infrastructure 7.3 Client: Client Mode Client : AirMax5N in Client Infrastructure Mode Set device IP to 192.168.1.100 with subnet mask of 255.255.255.248 Connect to the Access Point using Client mode. Use Site Survey to connect and associate with the AP. 7.3.1 Device C IP Address Step 1 Go to “System Configuration ->...

  • Page 77: Client Wireless Settings

    7. Application Example: Infrastructure 7.3.2 Client Wireless Settings Step 1 Go to “Operation Mode” menu. Select “Client”, and then click on “Change Mode” button. AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual...
  • Page 78 7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 2 Press “Setup” to enter the wireless settings page. Click on the Site Survey button for searching the remote AP. Step 3 After pressing “Site Survey” button, the following page should appear. Select “AirLive01” and press “Associate” button to connect AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual...
  • Page 79 7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 4 The AirMax5N will prompt you to enter security policy information. Select WPA-PSK and enter your Pre-Shared Key. Step 5 Click on “Apply”. After a few seconds, the following screen will appear to show successful connection. You have now setup a successful Infrastructure network with AirMax5N in Access Point and Client modes AirLive AirMax5N User’s Manual...

  • Page 80: Specifications

    8. Specifications Specifications The specification of AirMax5N is subject to change without notice. Please use the information with caution. 8.1 Features 8.1.1 General Feature 1T1R 150Mbps IEEE 802.11a/n Runs from 5.1GHz to 5.8GHz Spectrum 2 x 10/100 Ethernet Port with one Passive PoE port Built-in 16dBi Antenna Up to 25dBm Output Power Max(limited according to regulations in EU and U.S.) AP, Bridge, Client, Router, WISP Modes...
  • Page 81 8. Specifications Number of Operation Channel 5.500GHz-CH100 5.520GHz-CH104 5.540GHz-CH108 5.560GHz-CH112 5.580GHz-CH116 5.600GHz-CH120 5.620GHz-CH124 5.640GHz-CH128 5.660GHz-CH132 5.680GHz-CH136 5.700GHz-CH140 Power Supply - Power Adapter: 12V/1A - Advance Passive PoE (Accept 12 to 18 volts) - POE Adapter, DC Injector provided - POE port built-in on the PCB Transmission Rates - 802.11a: up to 54Mbps - 802.11n (20MHz): up to 72Mbps...
  • Page 82 8. Specifications - WEP over WDS support Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) support - AP, Bridge, Client, Router, WISP Modes - Support DHCP Server, Client and Relay - Support Wireless Access Control, Client Isolation - Support Virtual Server, DMZ, Port Forwarding - Support Dynamic, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP - QoS bandwidth management - Software WPS function...

  • Page 83: Wireless Network Glossary

    9. Wireless Network Glossary Wireless Network Glossary The wireless network glossary contains explanation or information about common terms used in wireless networking products. Some of information in this glossary might be outdated, please use with caution. 802.11a An IEEE specification for wireless networking that operates in the 5 GHz frequency range (5.425 GHz to 5.750 GHz) with a maximum of 54 Mbps data transfer rate.
  • Page 84 9. Wireless Network Glossary 802.11d Also known as “Global Roaming”. 802.11d is a standard for use in countries where systems using other standards in the 802.11 family are not allowed to operate. 802.11e The IEEE QoS standard for prioritizing traffic of the VoIP and multimedia applications. The WMM is based on a subset of the 802.11e.
  • Page 85 9. Wireless Network Glossary 802.1x 802.1x is a security standard for wired and wireless LANs. In the 802.1x parlance, there are usually supplicants (client), authenticator (switch or AP), and authentication server (radius server) in the network. When a supplicants request a service, the authenticator will pass the request and wait for the authentication server to grant access and register accounting.
  • Page 86 9. Wireless Network Glossary Bandwidth Management Bandwidth Management controls the transmission speed of a port, user, IP address, and application. Router can use bandwidth control to limit the Internet connection speed of individual IP or Application. It can also guarantee the speed of certain special application or privileged IP address - a crucial feature of QoS (Quality of Service) function.
  • Page 87 9. Wireless Network Glossary Clear To Send. A signal sent by a device to indicate that it is ready to receive data. DDNS Dynamic Domain Name System. An algorithm that allows the use of dynamic IP address for hosting Internet Server. A DDNS service provides each user account with a domain name. A router with DDNS capability has a built-in DDNS client that updates the IP address information to DDNS service provider whenever there is a change.
  • Page 88 9. Wireless Network Glossary Encryption Encoding data to prevent it from being read by unauthorized people. The common wireless encryption schemes are WEP, WPA, and WPA2. ESSID (SSID) The identification name of an 802.11 wireless network. Since wireless network has no physical boundary liked wired Ethernet network, wireless LAN needs an identifier to distinguish one network from the other.
  • Page 89 9. Wireless Network Glossary Gateway In the global Internet network, the gateways are core routers that connect networks in different IP subnet together. In a LAN environment with an IP sharing router, the gateway is the router. In an office environment, gateway typically is a multi-function device that integrates NAT, firewall, bandwidth management, and other security functions.
  • Page 90 9. Wireless Network Glossary LACP (802.3ad) Trunking The 802.3ad Link Aggregation standard defines how to combine the several Ethernet ports into one high-bandwidth port to increase the transmission speed. It is also known as port trunking. Both device must set the trunking feature to work. Media Access Control.
  • Page 91 9. Wireless Network Glossary Packet A unit of data sent over a network. Passphrase Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for the company products. Power over Ethernet. A standard to deliver both power and data through one single Ethernet cable (UTP/STP).
  • Page 92 9. Wireless Network Glossary Preamble Type Preamble are sent with each wireless packet transmit for transmission status. Use the long preamble type for better compatibility. Use the short preamble type for better performance Rate Control Ethernet switches' function to control the upstream and downstream speed of an individual port.
  • Page 93 9. Wireless Network Glossary RSSI Receiver Sensitivity Index. RSSI is a value to show the Receiver Sensitivity of the remote wireless device. In general, remote APs with stronger signal will display higher RSSI values. For RSSI value, the smaller the absolute value is, the stronger the signal. For example, “-50db”...
  • Page 94 9. Wireless Network Glossary Subnet Mask An address code mask that determines the size of the network. An IP subnet are determined by performing a BIT-wise AND operation between the IP address and the subnet mask. By changing the subnet mask, you can change the scope and size of a network.
  • Page 95 9. Wireless Network Glossary User Datagram Protocol. A layer-4 network protocol for transmitting data that does not require acknowledgement from the recipient of the data. Upgrade To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload To send a file to the Internet or network device. Uniform Resource Locator.
  • Page 96 9. Wireless Network Glossary Wi-Fi Wireless Fidelity. An interoperability certification for wireless local area network (LAN) products based on the IEEE 802.11 standards. The governing body for Wi-Fi is called Wi-Fi Alliance (also known as WECA). WiMAX Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. A Wireless Metropolitan Network technology that complies with IEEE 802.16 and ETSI Hiperman standards.
  • Page 97 9. Wireless Network Glossary Wi-Fi Protected Access. It is an encryption standard proposed by WiFi for advance protection by utilizing a password key (TKIP) or certificate. It is more secure than WEP encryption. The WPA-PSK utilizes pre-share key for encryption/authentication. WPA2 Wi-Fi Protected Access 2.

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