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OW-2000 Outdoor Wireless Access Point User’s Manual E F O R E I N S T A L L I N G T H E U N I T P L E A S E R E A D T H I S M A N U A L T H O R O U G H L Y...
Inline Power Injector (PoE) ..............5 Chapter 2. Installation and Basic Configuration ............6 Before You Start ..................6 Locate the OW-2000 and Inline Power Injector Ports ......7 Preparing Installation................9 Basic Configuration ................10 2.4.1 Basic Configuration Steps ..........10 2.4.2 Logging into the Web Interface........
The OW-2000 is fully interoperable with IEEE 802.11a and/or 802.11b/g compliant Outdoor Wireless Last-mile product. The OW-2000 operates in AP mode or remote bridge mode, and connects to OW-2000 AP/CB to construct point-to-point as well as point-to-multipoint topologies, for maximum flexibility in configuring building-to-building networks and WISP functions.
This works great in areas where you may not have power , like house roof. This also allows you to place the OW-2000 unit closer to the antenna, to make installation easier more thus reducing signal loss over antenna cabling.
Chapter 2. Installation and Basic Configuration This chapter describes the procedures of installing the OW-2000. Before You Start After unpacking the system, make sure the following items are present and in good condition. Refer to below pictures for product image.
Locate the OW-2000 and Inline Power Injector Ports ► Interface on the OW-2000 Unit Ethernet Port 1 : for connecting the 30m RJ-45 CAT-5 Ethernet cable. ► Interface on the Inline Power Injector Data Input Port 2 : for connecting cross-over Ethernet Cable to PC or straight Ethernet cable to Hub Switch Router .
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► Mount OW-2000 on A Wall/Mast The OW-2000 can be mounted on the wall, you can use the Wall Mount kit to mount the OW-2000 as shown in Figure 2-2. Figure 2-2 You can also mount the OW-2000 to the mast as shown in Figure 2-3.
OW-2000. When the OW-2000 receives power over the Ethernet cable, the OW-2000 will start its boot up sequence and the Active LED on the Inline Power Injector will light up. You can configure the OW-2000 via HTML browser, such as Microsoft...
Before configuring OW-2000, the user needs to know the IP Address assigned to the unit. When shipped from the factory, the IP Address 192.168.1.1 was assigned to the OW-2000 by default. To start a web connection, use http://192.168.1.1 ► Web Access Procedures Once you identify the IP Address assigned to OW-2000, use web browser to configure OW-2000 through the HTTP Interface.
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Figure 2-5 Step3 : Enter “admin” in the Password fields, and click Log In to enter the web configuration user interface screen as shown below. Figure 2-6 ► Web Configuration Structure The web configuration user interface shown above in Figure 2-6 is grouped into a tree structure, and contains the following settings or information.
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▽ BASIC WIZARD ● ● DHCP ● WIRELESS ● ▽ ADVANCED MAC ADDRESS FILTER ● ADVANCED WIRELESS ● ▽ TOOLS ADMIN ● TIME ● SYSTEM ● FIRMWARE ● ▽ STATUS DEVICE INFO ● WIRELESS ● LOGS ● STATISTICS ● ▽ HELP MENU ●...
2.4.3 Set Operating Mode, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Route IP, DNS Server IP of OW-2000 ► LAN Settings These are the settings of the LAN (Local Area Network) interface for the Access Point. The Access Point's local network (LAN) settings are configured based on the IP Address and Subnet Mask assigned in this section.
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The IP address of the AP on the local area network. Assign any unused IP address in the range of IP addresses available for the LAN. For example, 192.168.0.1. ► Subnet Mask The subnet mask of the local area network. ►...
2.4.4 Set Wireless SSID for Wireless Interface ► Wireless Network Name (Also called the SSID) When you are browsing for available wireless networks, this is the name that will appear in the list (unless Visibility Status is set to Invisible, see below).
2.4.5 Set Wireless Encryption for Wireless Interface The OW-2000 supports 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption. For 64-bit WEP encryption, an encryption key is 10 hexadecimal characters (0-9 and A-F) or 5 ASCII characters. For 128-bit WEP encryption, an encryption key is 26 hexadecimal characters or 13 ASCII characters.
2.4.6 Change Supervisor Account & Password Enter the TOOLS > ADMIN page. Figure 2-9 below shows the TOOLS/ ADMIN page. Figure 2-9 ADMIN PASSWORD ► Change the ADMIN PASSWORD’s user name and password in the ADMIN PASSWORD Account field, and click Save Setting ,than Reboot the Device.
► Update the Firmware Enter the TOOLS > FIRMWARE page as shown in Figure 2-10 to upgrade OW-2000. Here, user must select which file you want to upgrade it (Program image), then click Upload button to start the upgrade process.
Wireless Client Router or Bridge to a central access point like the OW-2000 AP see Figure 3-1 below. Figure 3-1 The OW-2000 CB performs in either router or bridge mode. In a Point-to-Multipoint topology, all communication between network systems is done through a centralized agent. Among the OW-2000 Outdoor Wireless Bridge products, the centralized agent is Central Bridge (OW-2000 AP) and the individual network notes may be Bridge (OW-2000 CB ).
Step 2 Set Wireless parameters on the AP11 to: Channel (1) and SSID (wireless) Step 3 Set the OW-2000 CB to function in the bridge mode (bridge IP address: 192.168.1.241). Step 4 Set Wireless parameters on the OW-2000 CB to: Channel (1) and SSID (wireless), and these parameters must be the same with COU.
Chapter 4. All function on Device BASIC 4.1.1 Wizard This wizard guides you through the following basic Access Point setup steps: Set your Password Select your Time Zone Configure your Wireless Connection WCN Wizard If your PC's operating system is Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) or later and you are using Windows Internet Explorer (IE) as your browser, you can use Windows Connect Now (WCN) technology to help configure the Access Point's wireless security settings.
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Note that WCN only sets a few of the wireless options. You will still need to go to the Home -> Wireless page to set other wireless options such as Super G Mode and transmission rate. Wireless Security Setup Wizard This wizard guides you through the following steps for setting up security for your wireless network: Name your Wireless Network...
4.1.2 These are the settings of the LAN (Local Area Network) interface for the Access Point. The Access Point's local network (LAN) settings are configured based on the IP Address and Subnet Mask assigned in this section. The IP address is also used to access this Web-based management interface.
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IP Address The IP address of the AP on the local area network. Assign any unused IP address in the range of IP addresses available for the LAN. For example, 192.168.1.101. Subnet Mask The subnet mask of the local area network. Gateway The IP address of the router on the local area network.
4.1.3 DHCP DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. The DHCP section is where you configure the built-in DHCP Server to assign IP addresses to the computers and other devices on your local area network (LAN). Figure 4-3 Enable DHCP Server...
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In most situations, the router provides DHCP services, and you can leave this option disabled. However, if for any reason the router does not provide DHCP services, enable this option. The AP's DHCP Server will then manage the IP addresses and other network configuration information for wireless clients associated with the The computers (and other devices) connected to your LAN also need to have their TCP/IP configuration set to "DHCP"...
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manually configured. Suppose you have a web server computer that has a manually configured address of 192.168.1.100. Because this falls within the "managed range" be sure to create a reservation for this address and match it to the relevant computer (see Static DHCP Client below).
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Reservations are helpful for server computers on the local network that are hosting applications such as Web and FTP. Servers on your network should either use a static IP address or use this option. MAC Address: To input the MAC address of your system, enter it in manually or connect to the Access Point's Web-Management interface from the system and click the Copy Your PC's MAC...
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deleted by clicking the Delete icon. When you click the Edit icon, the item is highlighted, and the "Edit DHCP Reservation" section is activated for editing.
4.1.4 WIRELESS The wireless section is used to configure the wireless settings for your Access Point. Please note that changes made on this section may also need to be duplicated on your Wireless Client. To protect your privacy, use the wireless security mode to configure the wireless security features.
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This option turns off and on the wireless connection feature of the Access Point. When you set this option, the following parameters are displayed. Wireless Network Name When you are browsing for available wireless networks, this is the name that will appear in the list (unless Visibility Status is set to Invisible, see below).
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By default the fastest possible transmission rate will be selected. You have the option of selecting the speed if necessary. 802.11 Mode If all of the wireless devices you want to connect with this Access Point can connect in 802.11g mode, you can improve performance slightly by changing the mode to 802.11g only.
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Both of these options select some variant of Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) -- security standards published by the Wi-Fi Alliance. The WPA Mode further refines the variant that the Access Point should employ. WPA Mode: WPA is the older standard; select this option if the clients that will be used with the Access Point only support the older standard.
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Authentication Timeout: Amount of time before a client will be required to re-authenticate. RADIUS Server IP Address: The IP address of the authentication server. RADIUS Server Port: The port number used to connect to the authentication server. RADIUS Server Shared Secret: A pass-phrase that must match with the authentication server.
ADVANCED 4.2.1 MAC Address Filter The MAC address filter section can be used to filter network access by machines based on the unique MAC addresses of their network adapter(s). It is most useful to prevent unauthorized wireless devices from connecting to your network. A MAC address is a unique ID assigned by the manufacturer of the network adapter.
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Filter Settings Mode When "only allow listed machines" is selected, only computers with MAC addresses listed in the MAC Address List are granted network access. When "only deny listed machines" is selected, any computer with a MAC address listed in the MAC Address List is refused access to the network.
4.2.2 Advance Wireless Figure 4-6 Fragmentation Threshold This setting should remain at its default value of 2346. Setting the Fragmentation value too low may result in poor performance. RTS Threshold This setting should remain at its default value of 2346. If you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor modifications to the value are recommended.
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Access Point has buffered broadcast or multicast messages for associated clients, it sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. Wireless clients detect the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast and multicast messages. The default value is 1. Valid settings are between 1 and 255.
TOOLS 4.3.1 Admin The Admin option is used to set a password for access to the Web-based management. By default there is no password configured. It is highly recommended that you create a password to keep your new Access Point secure.
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Figure 4-7 Admin Password Enter a password for the user "admin", who will have full access to the Web-based management interface. User Password Enter a password for the user "user", who will have read-only access to the Web-based management interface. Access Point Name The name of the Access Point can be changed here.
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Note that WCN only saves a few of the wireless security settings. When you use WCN to propagate settings to other wireless devices, you may have to make additional settings manually on those devices. Note that, in Microsoft's current implementation of WCN, you cannot save the wireless settings if a profile of the same name already exists.
4.3.2 Time The Time Configuration option allows you to configure, update, and maintain the correct time on the Access Point's internal system clock. From this section you can set the time zone that you are in and set the Time Server. Daylight saving can also be configured to automatically adjust the time when needed.
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Time Configuration Time Zone Select your local time zone from pull down menu. Daylight Saving Enable Check this option if your location observes daylight saving time. Daylight Saving Offset Select the time offset, if your location observes daylight saving time. DST Start and DST End Select the starting and ending times for the change to and from daylight saving time.
4.3.3 System This section allows you to reboot the device, and restore the Access Point to the factory default settings. Restoring the unit to the factory default settings will erase all settings, including any rules that you've created. Figure 4-9 Reboot the Device This restarts the Access Point.
4.3.4 Firmware The Firmware Upgrade section can be used to update to the latest firmware code to improve functionality and performance. Figure 4-10 To upgrade the firmware, follow these steps: 1. Click the Browse button to locate the upgrade file on your computer.
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2. Once you have found the file to be used, click the Upload button below to start the firmware upgrade process. This can take a minute or more. 3. Wait for the Access Point to reboot. This can take another minute or more.
Status 4.4.1 Device Info All of your Internet and network connection details are displayed on the Device Info page. The firmware version is also displayed here. Note: Some browsers have limitations that make it impossible to update the WAN status display when the status changes. Some browsers require that you refresh the display to obtain updated status.
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LAN Computers This area of the screen continually updates to show all DHCP enabled computers and devices connected to the LAN side of your Access Point. The detection "range" is limited to the address range as configured in DHCP Server. Computers that have an address outside of this range will not show.
4.4.2 Logs The Access Point automatically logs (records) events of possible interest in its internal memory. If there is not enough internal memory for all events, logs of older events are deleted, but logs of the latest events are retained. The Logs option allows you to view the Access Point logs. You can define what types of events you want to view and the level of events to view.
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What to View Select the kinds of events that you want to view. System • View Levels Select the level of events that you want to view. Critical • Warning • Informational • Apply Log Settings Now Click this button after changing Log Options to make them effective and permanent.
4.4.3 Statistics The Statistics page displays all of the LAN, WAN, and Wireless packet transmit and receive statistics. Figure 4-13 Sent The number of packets sent from the Access Point. Received The number of packets received by the Access Point. TX Packets Dropped The number of packets that were dropped while being sent, due to errors, collisions, or Access Point resource limitations.
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The number of packets that were dropped while being received, due to errors, collisions, or Access Point resource limitations. Collisions The number of packets that were dropped due to Ethernet collisions (two or more devices attempting to use an Ethernet circuit at the same time).
Chapter 5. Specifications The OW2000APP Outdoor Wireless Multi-Client Bridge/Access Point/WDS (wireless distribution system) operates seamlessly in the 2.4 GHz frequency supporting the IEEE 802.11b/802.11g wireless standards. It's the best way to add wireless capability to your existing wired network, or to add bandwidth to your existing wireless installation. To secure your wireless connectivity, it can encrypt all wireless transmissions through 64/128-bit WEP data encryption and also supports WPA/WPA2.
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Features High Speed Data Rate Up to 54Mbps Output Power up to 17 dBm (23dBm, 26dBm optional requirement) IEEE 802.11b/g Compliant Point-to-point, Point-to-multipoint Wireless Connectivity WEP/WPA/WPA2/ IEEE 802.1x Authenticator support WDS (Wireless Distribution System) Dust tight and Watertight and Weatherproof (IP67/IP68) Wide temperature range and robust mechanical design Power-over-Ethernet (IEEE802.3af Compliant) Technical Specifications...
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Antenna 5dBi External RF Connector SMA Type (AP only) Networking Ad-Hoc, Infrastructure Topology Operation Mode Point-to-Point/ Point-to-Multipoint Bridge/ AP/ Client Bridge/ WDS Interface One 10/100Mbps RJ-45 LAN Port Security IEEE802.1x authenticator /RADIUS client (EAPMD5/TLS/TTLS) support in AP mode WPA / Pre Share KEY (PSK)/TKIP MAC address filtering Hide SSID in beacons Layer 2 Isolation DHCP client/server...
Chapter 6. Default Settings BASIC 6.1.1 WIZARD 6.1.1.1 CONNECTION SETUP WIZARD Parameter Description Default Value Password Web Login password Admin Verify Password Admin Time Time Zone GTM-08:00,Tijuana 6.1.1.2 MICRPSOFT WINDOWS CONNECT WIZARD 6.1.1.3 WIRELESS SECURITY SETUP WIZARD Parameter Description Default Value A name it can be easily Wireless Network recognized by wireless clients...
6.1.2 Parameter Description Default Value A name it can be easily Get LAN IP from recognized by wireless clients Static IP(Manual) In order to protect your IP Address network from hackers and 192.168.1.1 unauthorized users Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Gateway 0.0.0.0 Local Domain Name NULL 6.1.3...
6.1.3.3 ADD DHCP RESERVATION Parameter Description Default Value Enable Enable DHCP RESERVATION Select IP Address 0.0.0.0 MAC Address 00:00:00:00:00:00 Copy Your PC’s MAC If you press this icon your Address PC’s MAC will show on table Computer Name NULL 6.1.4 WIRELESS 6.1.4.1 ENABLE Parameter...
ADVANCE 6.2.1 MAC Address Filter Parameter Description Default Value Enable MAC Address No Select Filter 6.2.2 Advanced Wireless Parameter Description Default Value Fragmentation Threshold 2346 2346 Beacon Period DTIM Interval 802.11d No Select Transmit Power High WDS Enable No Select TOOLS 6.3.1 ADMIN...
6.3.1.4 SAVE CONFIGURATION TO WIRELESS NETWORK SETUP WIZARD 6.3.2 TIME 6.3.2.1 TIME CONFIGURATION Parameter Description Default Value Time Zone GTM-08:00,Tijuana 6.3.2.2 SET THE DATE AND TIME MANUALLY Parameter Description Default Value Year 2004 Month Hour Minute Second A.M. / P.M. 6.3.3 SYSTEM Parameter...
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Chapter 7. Regulatory Compliance Information 15.21 CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Prohibition of co-location This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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power of this Wireless LAN device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, this device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation—as a mobile or portable device but use in a body-worn way is strictly prohibit.
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MPE Statement (Safety Information) Your device contains a low power transmitter. When device is transmitted it sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signal. Safety Information CAUTION: To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.
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OW-2000 Outdoor Wireless Client Bridge User’s Manual E F O R E I N S T A L L I N G T H E U N I T P L E A S E R E A D T H I S M A N U A L T H O R O U G H L Y...
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Package Contents ......................3 System Requirements ....................4 Inline Power Injector (PoE) ..................4 Chapter 2. Installation and Basic Configuration ...............5 Before You Start ......................5 Locate the OW-2000 and Inline Power Injector Ports ..........6 Preparing Installation....................8 Basic Configuration .....................10 2.4.1 Basic Configuration Steps ..............10 2.4.2 Logging into the Web Interface .............10...
The OW-2000 is fully interoperable with IEEE 802.11a and/or 802.11b/g compliant Outdoor Wireless Last-mile product. The OW-2000 operates in AP mode or remote bridge mode, and connects to OW-2000 AP/CB to construct point-to-point as well as point-to-multipoint topologies, for maximum flexibility in configuring building-to-building networks and WISP functions.
Inline Power Injector (PoE) The OW-2000 is equipped with an Inline Power Injector module. The Inline Power Injector (PoE) delivers both data and power to OW-2000 unit via a signal Ethernet cable, and gives the following benefits to improve the performance vs.
Chapter 2. Installation and Basic Configuration This chapter describes the procedures of installing the OW-2000. Before You Start After unpacking the system, make sure the following items are present and in good condition. Refer to below pictures for product image.
Locate the OW-2000 and Inline Power Injector Ports ► Interface on the OW-2000 Unit Ethernet Port 1 : for connecting the 30m RJ-45 CAT-5 Ethernet cable. ► Interface on the Inline Power Injector Data Input Port 2 : for connecting cross-over Ethernet Cable to PC or straight Ethernet cable to Hub Switch Router .
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► Mount OW-2000 on A Wall/Mast The OW-2000 can be mounted on the wall, you can use the Wall Mount kit to mount the OW-2000 as shown in Figure 2-2. Figure 2-2 You can also mount the OW-2000 to the mast as shown in Figure 2-3.
Step4 : Connect the remaining end of the 30m CAT 5 cable into the PoE labeled AP/Bridge. This is the power side of the PoE that will power up the OW-2000. When the OW-2000 receives power over the Ethernet cable, the OW-2000 will start its boot up sequence and the Active LED on the Inline Power Injector will light up.
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Explorer or Netscape Navigator from a remote host or PC.
Reboot the Device to take effect on the previous configuration changes. 2.4.2 Logging into the Web Interface The OW-2000 supports access to the configuration system through the use of an HTTP Interface. ► Web Configuration Before configuring OW-2000, the user needs to know the IP Address assigned to the unit.
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Figure 2-5 Step3 : Enter “admin” in the Password fields, and click Log In to enter the web configuration user interface screen as shown below. Figure 2-6 ► Web Configuration Structure The web configuration user interface shown above in Figure 2-6 is grouped into a tree structure, and contains the following settings or information.
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▽ BASIC WIZARD ● ● DHCP ● WIRELESS ● ▽ ADVANCED MAC ADDRESS FILTER ● ADVANCED WIRELESS ● ▽ TOOLS ADMIN ● TIME ● SYSTEM ● FIRMWARE ● ▽ STATUS DEVICE INFO ● WIRELESS ● LOGS ● STATISTICS ● ▽ HELP MENU ●...
2.4.3 Set Operating Mode, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Route IP, DNS Server IP of OW-2000 ► LAN Settings These are the settings of the LAN (Local Area Network) interface for the Access Point. The Access Point's local network (LAN) settings are configured based on the IP Address and Subnet Mask assigned in this section.
2.4.4 Set Wireless Encryption for Wireless Interface The OW-2000 supports 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption. For 64-bit WEP encryption, an encryption key is 10 hexadecimal characters (0-9 and A-F) or 5 ASCII characters. For 128-bit WEP encryption, an encryption key is 26 hexadecimal characters or 13 ASCII characters.
2.4.5 Change Supervisor Account & Password Enter the TOOLS > ADMIN page. Figure 2-8 below shows the TOOLS/ ADMIN page. Figure 2-8 ADMIN PASSWORD ► Change the ADMIN PASSWORD’s user name and password in the ADMIN PASSWORD Account field, and click Save Setting , than Reboot the Device. to take effect on the previous configuration changes.
Any changes or modification to the product not expressly approved by RUBY TECH Corporation could void the user's authority to operate this device. Caution To meet regulatory restrictions and the safety of the installation, RUBY TECH Corporation strongly...
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recommends this product to be professionally installed.
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