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  • Page 1 Moxa AWK-3131A-RTG User’s Manual Edition 1.0, December 2018 www.moxa.com/product © 2018 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2 Moxa AWK-3131A-RTG User’s Manual The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Copyright Notice © 2018 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks The MOXA logo is a registered trademark of Moxa Inc. All other trademarks or registered marks in this manual belong to their respective manufacturers.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............................1-1 Overview ............................1-2 Package Checklist ..........................1-2 Product Features ..........................1-2 Product Specifications ......................... 1-3 Functional Design ..........................1-3 LAN Port............................. 1-3 LED Indicators ..........................1-4 Beeper ............................1-5 Reset Button ..........................1-5 Getting Started..........................2-1 First-Time Installation and Configuration ....................
  • Page 4 Wireless Search Utility ......................... 4-2 Installing Wireless Search Utility ....................4-2 Configuring Wireless Search Utility ....................4-5 Using Other Consoles ........................5-1 USB Console Configuration (115200, None, 8, 1, VT100) ................. 5-2 Configuration via Telnet and SSH Consoles .................... 5-4 Configuration by Web Browser with HTTPS/SSL ..................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    CCTV and CBTC communications. It can provide speeds of up to 300 Mbps with IEEE 802.11n technology. The AWK-3131A-RTG series can operate at temperatures ranging from -25 to 60°C for standard models and -40 to 75°C for extended temperature models, and is rugged enough for rolling stock environments.

  • Page 6: Overview

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Introduction Overview The AWK-3131A-RTG is 802.11n compliant to deliver speed, range, and reliability to support even the most bandwidth-intensive applications. The 802.11n standard incorporates multiple technologies, including MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) Spatial Multiplexing, multiple channels (5, 10, 20 and 40 MHz), and dual bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) to achieve high speeds, while still being able to communicate with legacy 802.11a/b/g devices.

  • Page 7: Product Specifications

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Introduction There are many factors that affect the performance of a device when it is used in long-distance applications. These factors include: • Test architecture • Installation distance • Car speed • Antenna gain • Band • Transmission Power •...

  • Page 8: Led Indicators

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Introduction ATTENTION Do not use a PoE (Power over Ethernet) Injector for the PoE device(s). Instead, use an IEEE 802.3af or IEEE 802.3at compliant PSE (Power Sourcing Equipment). LED Indicators The LEDs on the front panel provide a quick and easy means of determining the current operational status and wireless settings of the AWK-3131A-RTG.

  • Page 9: Beeper

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Introduction Color State Description WLAN is in use. WLAN Amber WLAN is not in use. 100 Mbps link is active. LAN/ Green Blinking Data is being transmitted at 100 Mbps. 100M* 100 Mbps link is inactive. ATTENTION When the system fails to boot, the LEDs for STATE (Green), FAULT, and WLAN will all light up simultaneously and blink at one-second intervals.

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter explains how to install Moxa’s AirWorks AWK-3131A-RTG for the first time to quickly set up your wireless network and how to test whether the connection is working well. The function map provided in Chapter 3 is a convenient reference to the various functions available on the AWK-3131A-RTG and to determine the functions that you need to use.

  • Page 11: First-Time Installation And Configuration

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Getting Started First-Time Installation and Configuration Before installing the AWK-3131A-RTG, make sure that all items mentioned in the package checklist are in the box. You will also need access to a notebook computer or PC equipped with an Ethernet port. The AWK-3131A-RTG has a default IP address that you must use when connecting to the device for the first time.

  • Page 12: Communication Testing

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Getting Started • Step 5: Select the operation mode for the AWK-3131A-RTG. By default, the operation mode of the AWK-3131A-RTG is set to AP. You can change this setting to Client mode at Wireless Settings  WLAN  Basic Wireless Settings. Detailed information about configuring the AWK-3131A-RTG is available in Chapter 3.
  • Page 13 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Getting Started How to Test Two or More AWK-3131A-RTG Units If you have two or more AWK-3131A-RTG units, you will need a second notebook computer (Notebook B) equipped with an Ethernet port. Use the default settings for the first AWK-3131A-RTG connected to notebook A and change the second or third AWK-3131A-RTG connected to notebook B to Client mode, and then configure the notebooks and AWK-3131A-RTG units properly.

  • Page 14: Function Map

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Getting Started Function Map Quick overview of the AWK-3131A-M12-RTG’s status Basic settings for administering the AWK-3131A-M12-RTG Essential settings related to establishing a wireless network Advanced features to support additional network management and secure wired and wireless communication Note: These advanced functions are all optional Application-oriented device management functions to set up events, traps, and reactions via e-mail and SNMP notifications...

  • Page 15: Web Console Configuration

    Web Console Configuration In this chapter, we explain all aspects of web-based console configuration. Moxa’s easy-to-use management functions help you set up your AWK-3131A-RTG and make it easy to establish and maintain your wireless network. The following topics are covered in this chapter: ...
  • Page 16 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration  AeroLink Protection Status (For Client Mode Only)  Routing Table  LAN Status  Maintenance  Console Settings  Ping  Firmware Upgrade  Config Import/Export  Load Factory Default  Username/Password  Locate Device ...

  • Page 17: Web Browser Configuration

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Web Browser Configuration The web interface provides a convenient way to modify the configuration of the AWK-3131A-RTG and access its built-in monitoring and network administration functions. The recommended web browser is Microsoft ® Internet Explorer 11.0 with JVM (Java Virtual Machine) installed. NOTE To use the management and monitoring functions of the AWK-3131A-RTG from a PC host connected to the same LAN as the AWK-3131A-RTG, you must make sure that the PC host and the AWK-3131A-RTG are on the...

  • Page 18: Overview

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration 3. Use the menu tree on the left side of the window to open the configuration pages for the AWK-3131A-RTG’s functions. In the following paragraphs, we describe each AWK-3131A-RTG management function in detail. An overview of all the functions is available in the “Function Map”...

  • Page 19: Basic Settings

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Click on the SSID (MOXA, in this case) to display detailed information on 802.11as shown below: NOTE The 802.11 Info that is displayed may differ based on the operation mode selected. For example, Current BSSID is not available in Client mode, and Signal strength/Noise Floor is not available in AP mode. Basic Settings The Basic Settings group includes the most commonly used settings required by administrators to maintain and control the AWK-3131A-RTG.

  • Page 20: Network Settings

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Device description Format Description Factory Default Maximum of 31 You can use this space to record a more detailed None characters description of this AWK-3131A-RTG Device contact information Format Description Factory Default Maximum of 31 You can use this space to record the contact information of the None characters...
  • Page 21 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Primary/ Secondary DNS server Setting Description Factory Default IP address of the The IP address of the DNS Server used by your network. After None Primary/Secondary entering the DNS Server’s IP address, you can input the DNS server AWK-3131A-RTG’s URL (e.g., http://ap11.abc.com) in your browser’s address field instead of entering the IP address.

  • Page 22: Time Settings

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Primary/Secondary DNS server Setting Description Factory Default IP address of the The IP address of the DNS Server used by your network. After None Primary/Secondary entering the DNS Server’s IP address, you can input the DNS server AWK-3131A-RTG’s URL (e.g., http://ap11.abc.com) in your browser’s address field instead of entering the IP address.

  • Page 23: Wireless Settings

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Time zone Setting Description Factory Default User-specified time The time zone setting allows the conversion from GMT zone (Greenwich Mean Time) to the local time. ATTENTION Changing the time zone will automatically adjust the Current local time. You should configure the Time zone before setting the Current local time.

  • Page 24: Operation Mode

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Operation Mode The AWK-3131A-RTG supports five main operation modes—AP, Client, and Client-Router, each of which plays a distinct role on the wireless network. Wireless Enable Setting Description Factory Default Enable/Disable Use this function to turn the RF (Radio Frequency) module on or Enable off manually.

  • Page 25: Basic Wireless Settings (Multiple Ssid)

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Basic Wireless Settings (Multiple SSID) You can add new SSIDs or edit existing ones in the WLAN Basic Setting Selection panel. You can configure up to 9 SSIDs for an AWK and configure each SSID differently. An SSID is a unique identifier that wireless networking devices use to establish and maintain wireless connectivity.
  • Page 26 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration NOTE When you switch to Client mode, a Site Survey button will be available on the Basic Wireless Settings panel. Use the Site Survey function to view information about available APs, as shown in the following figures. You can also click on an SSID listed on the Site Survey page to bring the details of the SSID onto the Basic Wireless Settings page.

  • Page 27: Wlan Security Settings

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Channel (for AP mode only) Setting Description Factory Default The available channels The channel on which the AWK should operate. The 6 (in B/G/N Mixed vary with the RF type AWK-3131A-RTG plays the role of a wireless AP here. mode) setting Channel Width (for any 11N RF type only)
  • Page 28 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Security mode Setting Description Factory Default Open No authentication Open Static WEP is used WPA is used WPA2 Fully supports IEEE 802.11i with “TKIP/AES + 802.1X” Open For security reasons, you should NOT set security mode to Open System, since authentication and data encryption are NOT performed in Open System mode.
  • Page 29 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Key type Setting Description Factory Default Specifies WEP keys in hex-decimal number form ASCII Specifies WEP keys in ASCII form Key length Setting Description Factory Default 64 bits Uses 40-bit secret keys with 24-bit initialization vector 64 bits 128 bits Uses 104-bit secret key with 24-bit initialization vector...
  • Page 30 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Encryption method Setting Description Factory Default TKIP** Temporal Key Integrity Protocol is enabled Advance Encryption System is enabled Mixed* Provides TKIP broadcast key and TKIP+AES unicast key for some legacy AP clients. This option is rarely used. ** This option is only available with 802.11a/b/g standard * This option is only available for legacy mode in APs and does not support AES-enabled clients.
  • Page 31 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Encryption method Setting Description Factory Default TKIP** Temporal Key Integrity Protocol is enabled Advance Encryption System is enabled Mixed* Provides TKIP broadcast key and TKIP+AES unicast key for some legacy AP clients. This option is rarely used. ** This option is only available with 802.11a/b/g standard * This option is available only for legacy mode in APs and does not support AES-enabled clients.
  • Page 32 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration EAP protocol Setting Description Factory Default Specifies Transport Layer Security protocol TTLS Specifies Tunneled Transport Layer Security PEAP Specifies Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol, or Protected EAP Before choosing the EAP protocol for your WPA/WPA2-Enterpise settings on the client end, please contact the network administrator to make sure the system supports the protocol on the AP end.
  • Page 33 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration The AWK-3131A-RTG provides some non-cryptographic EAP methods, including PAP, CHAP, MS-CHAP, and MS-CHAP-V2. These EAP methods are not recommended for direct use on wireless networks. However, they may be useful as inner authentication methods with TTLS and PEAP. Because the inner and outer authentications can use distinct user names in TTLS...

  • Page 34: Advanced Wireless Settings

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Inner EAP protocol Setting Description Factory Default MS-CHAP-V2 Microsoft CHAP version 2 is used MS-CHAP-V2 Anonymous Setting Description Factory Default Max. of 31 characters A distinct name used for outer authentication None User name & Password Setting Description Factory Default...
  • Page 35 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Guard Interval Setting Description Factory Default Guard Interval Guard interval is used to ensure that distinct transmissions do 800 ns. not interfere with one another. You can select the guard interval manually for Wireless-N connections. The two options are Short (400 ns) and Long (800 ns).
  • Page 36 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Antenna Setting Description Factory Default A/B/Both Specifies the output antenna port. Setting “Antenna” to Auto Both allows 2x2 MIMO communication under 802.11n and 2T2R* communication in legacy 802.11a/b/g modes. * Different from 802.11n’s multiple spatial data stream (2x2 MIMO), which doubles the throughput, 2T2R transmits/receives the same piece of data on both antenna ports.
  • Page 37 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration When L3 is selected, Virtual LAN IP and Virtual WLAN IP are shown as additional setting parameters. Virtual LAN IP: This IP should be defined as the gateway IP for onboard devices so that all incoming and outgoing traffic can be routed properly via this common IP in case of any role changes of the onboard clients.
  • Page 38 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Turbo Roaming Setting Description Factory Default Enable/ Disable Moxa’s Turbo Roaming can enable rapid handover when the Disable AWK-3131A-RTG, as a client or client-router, roams among a group of APs. When Turbo Roaming is enabled, Turbo Roaming type, RF type, Dual link option, and Scan channels will be shown as follows.

  • Page 39: Wlan Certification Settings (Only For Eap-Tls In Client Mode)

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Roaming Parameters Setting Description Factory Default Roaming threshold When the current RSSI value is lower than the “roaming threshold,” the client will start the roaming process. Roaming difference When the RSSI of a candidate AP is greater than “the current RSSI value plus the roaming difference,”...

  • Page 40: Wac Settings (Ap Mode Only)

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Current Status displays information for the current WLAN certificate, which has been imported into the AWK-3131A-RTG. Nothing will be shown if a certificate is not available. Certificate issued to: Shows the certificate user Certificate issued by: Shows the certificate issuer Certificate expiration date: Indicates when the certificate has expired You can import a new WLAN certificate in Import WLAN Certificate by following these steps, in order: 1.

  • Page 41: Advanced Settings

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Primary WAC IP address Setting Description Factory Default IP address Enter the IP address of the primary WAC-1001 or WAC-2004 None Backup WAC IP address Setting Description Factory Default IP address Enter the IP address of the backup WAC-1001 or WAC-2004 None Primary WAC IP address Setting...

  • Page 42: Configuring Virtual Lan

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration VLAN Workgroups and Traffic Management The AP assigns clients to a VLAN based on a Network Name (SSID). The AP can support up to 9 SSIDs per radio interface, with a unique VLAN configurable per SSID. The AP matches packets transmitted or received to a network name with the associated VLAN.

  • Page 43: Dhcp Server

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Port PVID Setting Description Factory Default VLAN ID ranging from 1 Set the port’s VLAN ID for devices that connect to the port. The to 4094 port can be a LAN port or WLAN ports. VLAN Tagged Setting Description...
  • Page 44 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration You can check the IP assignment status under Status  DHCP Client List. DHCP server Setting Description Factory Default Enable Enables AWK-3131A-RTG as a DHCP server Disable Disable Disable DHCP server function Default gateway Setting Description Factory Default IP address of a default...

  • Page 45: Packet Filters

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Client lease time Setting Description Factory Default 5-1440 minutes The lease time for which an IP address is assigned. The IP 5 (minutes) address may go expired after the lease time is reached. Packet Filters The AWK-3131A-RTG includes various filters for IP-based packets going through LAN and WLAN interfaces.
  • Page 46 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Enable Setting Description Factory Default Enable Enables IP protocol filter Disable Disable Disables IP protocol filter Policy Setting Description Factory Default Accept Only the packets fitting the entities on the list can be allowed Drop Drop Any packet fitting the entities on the list will be denied ATTENTION...

  • Page 47: Static Route (For Client-Router Mode Only)

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Policy Setting Description Factory Default Accept Only the packets fitting the entities on list can be allowed. Drop Drop Any packet fitting the entities on list will be denied. ATTENTION Be careful when you enable the filter function: Drop + “no entity on list is activated”...

  • Page 48: Nat Settings/Port Forwarding (For Client-Router Mode Only)

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration NAT Settings/Port Forwarding (For Client-Router Mode Only) Network Address Translation (NAT)—or more specifically, one-to-many NAT, NAPT, or PAT—is supported to facilitate the Client-Router operation mode. This feature translates the out-going communication from multiple private IPs to a single external IP (WLAN IP) with randomly assigned port for return traffic. Port Forwarding is needed to allow external devices to initiate communication.

  • Page 49: Snmp Agent

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Setting Description Factory Default Enable/Disable Enables or disables the NAT translation Disable Port Forwarding Active: Click the checkbox to enable Port Forwarding rule(s). Protocol: Specifies the communication protocol. WAN Port: Specifies the external port to be forwarded to. LAN IP: Specifies the “forward to”...
  • Page 50 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration The following parameters can be configured on the SNMP Agent page. A more detailed explanation of each parameter is given below: Enable Setting Description Factory Default Enable Enables SNMP Agent Disable Disable Disables SNMP Agent Remote Management Setting Description...

  • Page 51: Mobile Ip Settings

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Admin private key (for V1, V2c, V3, and V3 only) Setting Description Factory Default Disable No data encryption Disable DES-based data encryption AES-based data encryption Private key A data encryption key is the minimum requirement for data encryption (maximum of 63 characters) Private MIB Information Device Object ID Also known as the OID, this is the AWK-3131A-RTG’s enterprise value and is a fixed value.

  • Page 52: Link Fault Pass-Through (For Client Mode Only)

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Setting Description Factory Default Mobile IP Enable/disable mobile IP capability of the client (mobile node) Disable for L3 controller based roaming Subnet Binding Define a subnet of devices connected behind the client (MN) so Disable that data will be forwarded to the corresponding device subnets.

  • Page 53: Auto Warning Settings

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Auto Warning Settings Since industrial-grade devices are often located at the endpoints of a system, these devices will not always know what is happening elsewhere on the network. This means that these devices, including wireless APs or clients, must provide system maintainers with real-time alarm messages.

  • Page 54: Syslog

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Syslog This function provides the event logs for the Syslog server. The function supports up to three configurable Syslog servers and Syslog server UDP port numbers. When an event occurs, the event will be sent as a Syslog UDP packet to the specified Syslog servers.

  • Page 55: E-Mail

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration E-mail E-mail Event Types Check the box for Active to enable the event items. All default values are deactivated (unchecked). Details for each event item can be found on the “System log Event Types” table on page 3-31. E-mail Server Settings You can set up to 4 e-mail addresses to receive alarm emails from the AWK-3131A-RTG.

  • Page 56: Traps

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration User name & Password Setting Description Factory Default User name and password used in the SMTP server None From e-mail address Setting Description Factory Default Max. 63 characters Enter the administrator’s e-mail address which will be shown in None the “From”...
  • Page 57 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration SNMP Trap Receiver Settings SNMP traps are defined in SMIv1 MIBs (SNMPv1) and SMIv2 MIBs (SNMPv2c). The two styles are basically equivalent, and it is possible to convert between the two. You can set the parameters for SNMP trap receivers through the web page.

  • Page 58: Status

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Status Wireless Status The status for 802.11 info parameters, such as Operation mode and Channel, are shown on the Wireless Status page. The status will refresh every 5 seconds if the Auto refresh box is checked. Depending on the operation mode, certain 802.11 info values may not be displayed.

  • Page 59: Dhcp Client List

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration DHCP Client List The DHCP Client List shows all the clients that require and have successfully received IP assignments. You can click the Refresh button to refresh the list. You can press Select all button to select all content in the list for further editing. System Log Triggered events are recorded in System Log.

  • Page 60: Relay Status

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Relay Status The status of user-configurable events can be found under Relay Status. The status will refresh every 5 seconds if the Auto refresh box is checked. If an event is triggered, it will be noted on this list. System administrators can click Acknowledge Event when they have acknowledged the event and addressed it.

  • Page 61: Routing Table

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Role Change State (Change): If the Active node is no longer capable of data transmission via the WLAN, the device will enter “change state,” which will result in the device going back to Nego state (likely becoming the Backup device since the active link is down).

  • Page 62: Ping

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Ping Ping helps to diagnose the integrity of wired or wireless networks. By inputting a node’s IP address in the Destination field, you can use the ping command to make sure it exists and whether or not the access path is available.

  • Page 63: Config Import/Export

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Config Import/Export You can back up and restore the AWK-3131A-RTG’s configuration with Config Import and Config Export functions. In the Config Import section, click Browse to specify the configuration file and click on the Config Import button to begin importing the configuration.

  • Page 64: Load Factory Default

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration You can also get the SNMP MIB file by clicking on MIB Export in the SNMP MIB file Export section. SNMP MIB file for AWK-3131A-RTG is embedded in the device. To export the MIB file, simply click on the “MIB Export”...

  • Page 65: Misc. Settings

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Misc. Settings Additional settings to help you manage your AWK-3131A-RTG are available on this page. Reset button Setting Description Factory Default Always enable The AWK-3131A-RTG’s reset button works normally. Always enable Always disable The AWK-3131A-RTG’s reset button will not work. Disable ‘restore to default The AWK-3131A-RTG’s reset to default function will be function’...

  • Page 66: Restart

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Web Console Configuration Restart If you submitted configuration changes, you will find a blinking string in the upper right corner of the screen. After making all your changes, click the Restart function in the left menu box. One of two different screens will appear.

  • Page 67: Software Installation And Configuration

    Software Installation and Configuration The following topics are covered in this chapter:  Overview  Wireless Search Utility  Installing Wireless Search Utility  Configuring Wireless Search Utility...

  • Page 68: Overview

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Software Installation and Configuration Overview The Wireless Search Utility can be downloaded from the Moxa website at www.moxa.com. Wireless Search Utility Installing Wireless Search Utility Once the Wireless Search Utility is downloaded, run the setup executable to start the installation. 1.
  • Page 69 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Software Installation and Configuration 2. Click Next to install program files to the default directory, or click Browse to select an alternate location. 3. Click Next to install the program’s shortcut files in the default directory, or click Browse to select an alternate location.
  • Page 70 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Software Installation and Configuration 4. Click Next to select additional tasks. 5. Click Install to proceed with the installation. The installer then displays a summary of the installation options. 6. Click Install to begin the installation. The setup window will report the progress of the installation. To change the installation settings, click Back and navigate to the previous screen.

  • Page 71: Configuring Wireless Search Utility

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Software Installation and Configuration 7. Click Finish to complete the installation of Wireless Search Utility. Configuring Wireless Search Utility The Broadcast Search function is used to locate all AWK-3131A-RTG APs that are connected to the same LAN as your computer. After locating the AWK-3131A-RTG, you will be able to change its IP address. Since the Broadcast Search function searches by UDP packets and not IP address, it doesn’t matter if the AWK-3131A-RTG is configured as an AP or Client.
  • Page 72 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Software Installation and Configuration 2. Open the Wireless Search Utility and then click the Search icon. 3. The “Searching” window indicates the progress of the search. When the search is complete, all AWKs that were located will be displayed in the Wireless Search Utility window.
  • Page 73 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Software Installation and Configuration 4. Click Locate to cause the selected device to beep. 5. Make sure your AWK is unlocked before using the search utility’s icons setting. The AWK will unlock automatically if the password is set to the default. Otherwise you must enter the new password manually. 6.
  • Page 74 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Software Installation and Configuration 7. Use the scroll down list to select the MAC addresses of those AWKs you would like to manage, and then click Add. Key in the password for the AWK device and then click OK to save. If you return to the search page and search for the AWK again, you will find that the AWK will unlock automatically.
  • Page 75 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Software Installation and Configuration Click on Telnet if you would like to use telnet to configure your AWKs. Click Assign IP to change the IP setting.
  • Page 76 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Software Installation and Configuration The three advanced options—Search, Connection, and Miscellaneous—are explained below: Search • Retry count (default=5): Indicates how many times the search will be retried automatically. • Retry interval (ms): The time elapsed between retries. Connection •...
  • Page 77 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Software Installation and Configuration Misc. Search on start: Checkmark this box if you would like the search function to start searching for devices after you log in to the Wireless Search Utility. 4-11...

  • Page 78: Using Other Consoles

    Using Other Consoles This chapter explains how to access the AWK-3131A-RTG for the first time. In addition to HTTP access, there are four ways to access the AWK-3131A-RTG: USB console, Telnet console, SSH console, and HTTPS console. The USB console connection method, which requires using a short USB cable to connect the AWK-3131A-RTG to a PC’s COM port, can be used if you do not know the AWK-3131A-RTG’s IP address.

  • Page 79: Usb Console Configuration (115200, None, 8, 1, Vt100)

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Using Other Consoles USB Console Configuration (115200, None, 8, 1, VT100) The serial console connection method, which requires using a short serial cable to connect the AWK-3131A-RTG to a PC’s COM port, can be used if you do not know the AWK-3131A-RTG’s IP address. It is also convenient to use USB console configurations when you cannot access the AWK-3131A-RTG over Ethernet LAN, such as in the case of LAN cable disconnections or broadcast storming over the LAN.
  • Page 80 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Using Other Consoles 4. The Console login screen will appear. Log into the USB console with the login name (default: admin) and password (default: moxa, if no new password is set). 5. The AWK-3131A-RTG’s device information and Main Menu will be displayed. Please follow the description on screen and select the administration option you wish to perform.

  • Page 81: Configuration Via Telnet And Ssh Consoles

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Using Other Consoles Configuration via Telnet and SSH Consoles You may use Telnet or SSH client to access the AWK-3131A-RTG and manage the console over a network. To access the AWK-3131A-RTG’s functions over the network from a PC host that is connected to the same LAN as the AWK-3131A-RTG, you need to make sure that the PC host and the AWK-3131A-RTG are on the same logical subnet.

  • Page 82: Configuration By Web Browser With Https/Ssl

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Using Other Consoles Configuration by Web Browser with HTTPS/SSL To secure your HTTP access, the AWK-3131A-RTG supports HTTPS/SSL encryption for all HTTP traffic. Perform the following steps to access the AWK-3131A-RTG’s web browser interface via HTTPS/SSL. 1. Open your web browser and type https://<AWK-3131A-RTG’s IP address> in the address field. Press Enter to establish the connection.

  • Page 83: Disabling Telnet And Browser Access

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Using Other Consoles Disabling Telnet and Browser Access If you are connecting the AWK-3131A-RTG to a public network but do not intend to use its management functions over the network, then we suggest disabling both Telnet Console and Web Configuration. Please run Maintenance ...

  • Page 84: References

    References This chapter provides more detailed information about wireless-related technologies. The information in this chapter can help you manage your AWK-3131A-RTGs and plan your industrial wireless network better. The following topics are covered in this appendix:  Beacon  DTIM ...

  • Page 85: Beacon

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM References Beacon A beacon is a packet broadcast by the AP to keep the network synchronized. A beacon includes the wireless LAN service area, the AP address, the Broadcast destination address, a time stamp, Delivery Traffic Indicator Maps (DTIM), and the Traffic Indicator Message (TIM).

  • Page 86: Differences Between Rstp And Stp

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM References Differences Between RSTP and STP RSTP is similar to STP, but includes additional information in the BPDUs that allow each bridge to confirm that it has taken action to prevent loops from forming when it decides to enable a link to a neighboring bridge. Adjacent bridges connected via point-to-point links will be able to enable a link without waiting to ensure that all other bridges in the network have had time to react to the change.

  • Page 87: Supporting Information

    Supporting Information This chapter presents additional information about this product. You can also learn how to contact Moxa for technical support. The following topics are covered in this appendix:  Firmware Recovery  DoC (Declaration of Conformity)  Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement ...

  • Page 88: Firmware Recovery

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Supporting Information Firmware Recovery When the LEDs of FAULT, Signal Strength, CLIENT, and WLAN all light up simultaneously and blink at one-second interval, it means the system booting has failed. It may result from some wrong operation or uncontrollable issues, such as an unexpected shutdown during firmware update.

  • Page 89: Doc (Declaration Of Conformity

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Supporting Information DoC (Declaration of Conformity) 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 90: Canada, Industry Canada (Ic) Notices

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Supporting Information Safety This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with electrical equipment.

  • Page 91: Antenna Gain And Rf Radiated Power

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Supporting Information Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information The radiated output power of this wireless device is below the Industry Canada (IC) radio frequency exposure limits. This wireless device should be used in such a manner such that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
  • Page 92 AWK-3131A-RTG UM Supporting Information FCC 2.4 GHz BAND RULES (Point‐to‐Point) Max EIRP=Special Rules The FCC ruling states that for every 1dBi the Intentional Radiator is reduced below the initial 30dBm that the antenna gain may be increased from the initial 6dBi by 3dB Maximum RF Output Power Maximum Antenna Maximum EIRP...

  • Page 93: R&Tte Compliance Statement

    AWK-3131A-RTG UM Supporting Information R&TTE Compliance Statement Moxa declares that the apparatus AWK-3131A-RTG complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/CE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE).

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