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Wireless-N 450 + 450Mbps Long Range Ceiling Mount Dual Concurrent Access Point
MR900v2
Wireless-N 450 + 450Mbps Long Range Ceiling Mount Dual Concurrent Access Point
V1.0

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  • Page 1 OPEN MESH Wireless-N 450 + 450Mbps Long Range Ceiling Mount Dual Concurrent Access Point MR900v2 Wireless-N 450 + 450Mbps Long Range Ceiling Mount Dual Concurrent Access Point V1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ..................................5 Features and Benefits ..................................... 6 Package Contents ......................................7 System Requirements ..................................... 7 Applications ........................................7 Before you Begin ................................9 Considerations for Wireless Installation ..............................9 Computer Settings (in Windows XP/Windows 7) ..........................10 Computer Settings in Apple Mac OS X ..............................
  • Page 3 System Log ........................................33 System ....................................34 Operation Mode ......................................34 IP Settings ........................................35 Spanning Tree Setting ....................................36 2.4G/5G Wireless ................................38 Wireless Network ......................................38 Wireless Security ......................................45 Site Survey ........................................49 Wireless MAC Filtering ....................................53 Wireless Advanced .......................................
  • Page 4 Appendix A – FCC Interference Statement .......................... 78 Appendix B – IC Interference Statement ..........................79 Appendix C – CE Interference Statement ..........................81...
  • Page 5 Revision History Version Date Notes 2013/07/31 First Release...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    The MR900V2 supports the 2.4GHz frequency band under 802.11 b/g/n mode while at the same time providing 5GHz band for communicating or transferring files in a less congested network frequency band.

  • Page 7: Features And Benefits

    (Ethernet cable) where a power outlet may not be available. Save User Settings Enables network administrators to save their device settings so firmware upgrades do not permanently delete previous device settings. SNMP Remote Configuration Management Allows remote connection to configure or manage the MR900V2 easily.

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    QoS (WMM) support Prioritizes bandwidth-intensive and sensitive data traffic. 1.2 Package Contents The MR900V2 package contains the following items (all items must be in package to issue a refund): MR900V2 Access Point 12V/2A 100V~240V Power Adapter RJ-45 Ethernet LAN Cable...
  • Page 9 SOHO users need a cost-effective, easy and quick installation of a small network. f) Wireless Extensions to Existing Ethernet-based Networks Devices like the MR900V2 enable network administrators, installers and end-users to extend the range and reach of an existing Ethernet-based network.

  • Page 10: Before You Begin

    Building materials makes a difference. A solid metal door and/or aluminum stubs may have a significant negative effect on the signal strength of the MR900V2. Locate your wireless devices carefully so the signal can pass through a drywall and/or open doorways. Materials such as glass, steel, metal, concrete, water (example: fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets and/or brick can also diminish wireless signal strength.

  • Page 11: Computer Settings (In Windows Xp/Windows 7)

    2.2 Computer Settings (in Windows XP/Windows 7) In order to use the MR900V2, you must first configure the TCP/IPv4 connection of your Windows OS computer system. Click Start button and open Control Panel. Windows XP Windows 7...
  • Page 12 In Windows XP, click Network Connections In Windows 7, click View Network Status and Tasks in the Network and Internet section, then select Change adapter settings Right click on Local Area Connection and select Properties...
  • Page 13 Properties Select Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is different from the MR900V2 and subnet mask then click OK. Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device.

  • Page 14: Computer Settings In Apple Mac Os X

    Highlight Ethernet In Configure IPv4, select Manually Enter an IP address that is different from the MR900V2 and subnet mask then press OK Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device.

  • Page 15: Hardware Installation

    2. Connect one end of the Category 5e Ethernet cable into the RJ-45 port of the MR900V2 and the other end to the RJ-45 port of the computer. Ensure that the cable is securely connected to both the MR900V2 and the computer.
  • Page 16 Mounting the MR900V2 Using the provided hardware, the MR900V2 can be attached to a ceiling or wall. To attach the MR900V2 to a ceiling or wall using the mounting bracket: 1) Attach the mounting bracket to the wall or ceiling using the provided wall/ceiling mounting hardware kit.
  • Page 17 3) Mount the MR900V2 on the mounting bracket by rotating the unit clockwise about 90 degrees to secure it in place. To attach the MR900V2 to a ceiling using the provided T-rail connectors: 1) Attach the T-rail connectors to the bottom cover of the MR900V2 using the provided short screws.
  • Page 18 2) Line up the connected T-rail connectors with an appropriately sized rail and press the unit onto the rail until it snaps into place. Note: To protect your MR900V2, use the Kensington security slot to attach a cable lock (cable lock is not included).
  • Page 19 Ethernet port for RJ-45 cable. Ceiling (Wall) Mount Hole Using the provided hardware, the MR900V2 can be attached to a ceiling or wall. Kensington Security Slot To protect your MR900V2, use the Kensington security slot to attach a cable lock.

  • Page 20: Configuring Your Access Point

    3 Configuring Your Access Point This section will show you how to configure the device using the web-based configuration interface. 3.1 Default Settings Please use your Ethernet port or wireless network adapter to connect the Access Point. Default Settings IP Address 192.168.1.1 Username / Password admin / admin...

  • Page 21: Web Configuration

    3.2 Web Configuration Open a web browser (Internet Explorer/Firefox/Safari) and enter the IP Address http://192.168.1.1 Note: If you have changed the default LAN IP Address of the Access Point, ensure you enter the correct IP Address. The default username and password are admin. Once you have entered the correct username and password, click the Login button to open the web-base configuration page.
  • Page 22 If successful, you will be logging in and see the MR900V2 User Menu.

  • Page 23: Building A Wireless Network

    4 Building a Wireless Network The MR900V2 has the ability to operate in various modes. This chapter describes the operating modes of the MR900V2. 4.1 Access Point Mode In Access Point Mode, MR900V2 behaves likes a central connection for stations or clients that support IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n networks.

  • Page 24: Wds Ap Mode

    4.2 WDS AP Mode The MR900V2 also supports WDS AP mode. This operating mode allows wireless connections to the MR900V2 using WDS technology. In this mode, configure the MAC addresses in both Access Points to enlarge the wireless area by enabling...

  • Page 25: Wds Bridge Mode

    MR900V2 device. Use this mode when two wired LANs located a small distance apart want to communicate with each other. The best solution is to use the MR900V2 to wirelessly connect two wired LANs, as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 26: Repeater Mode

    The Repeater mode is used to regenerate or replicate signals from a wireless router or other access point/station that is unable to reach certain areas in a building. When this mode is activated in the MR900V2, the MR900V2 receives the...

  • Page 27: Status

    Status The Status section contains the following options: Main, 2.4G/5G Wireless Client List, 2.4G/5G Connection Status, 2.4G/5G WDS Link List and System Log. The following sections describe these options. 5.1 Save/Reload This page lets you save and apply the settings shown under Unsaved changes list, or cancel the unsaved changes and revert them to the previous settings that were in effect.

  • Page 28: Main

    5.2 Main Clicking the Main link under the Status menu or clicking Home at the top-right of the MR900V2 Page shows the status information about the current operating mode. - The System Information section shows general system information such as Device Name, MAC Address, Current Time,...
  • Page 29 - The Current 2.4G/5G Wireless Settings section shows wireless information such as Operating Mode, Frequency, and Channel. Since the MR900V2 supports multiple-SSIDs, information about each SSID, the ESSID and security settings, are displayed (Note: Profile Settings is only applicable in Access Point, WDS AP).

  • Page 31: G/5G Wireless Client List

    5.3 2.4G/5G Wireless Client List Clicking the 2.4G/5G Wireless Client List link under the Status menu displays the list of clients associated to the MR900V2’s 2.4GHz/5GHz, along with the MAC addresses and signal strength for each client. Clicking Refresh updates the client list.

  • Page 32: G/5G Connection Status

    5.4 2.4G/5G Connection Status Click on the 2.4G/5G Connection Status link under the Status menu. This page displays the current status of the Network, including Network Type, SSID, BSSID, Connection Status, Wireless Mode, Current Channel, Security, Data Rate, Noise Level, and Signal Strength.

  • Page 33: G/5G Wds Link List

    5.5 2.4G/5G WDS Link List Click on the 2.4G/5G WDS Link List link under the Status menu. This page displays the current status of the WDS link, including WDS Link ID, MAC Address, Link Status and RSSI. Note: Only applicable in WDS AP and WDS Bridge mode.

  • Page 34: System Log

    5.6 System Log The MR900V2 automatically logs (records) events of possible interest in its internal memory. To view the logged information, click the System Log link under the Status menu. If there is not enough internal memory to log all events, older events are deleted from the log.

  • Page 35: System

    6 System 6.1 Operation Mode The MR900V2 supports four operating modes: Access Point, WDS AP, WDS Bridge, and Repeater. System Properties Device Name Enter a name for the device. The name you type appears in SNMP management. This name is not the SSID and is not broadcast to other devices.

  • Page 36: Ip Settings

    6.2 IP Settings This page allows you to modify the device's IP settings. IP Settings IP Network Setting Select whether the device IP address will use the static IP address specified in the IP Address field or be obtained automatically when the device connects to a DHCP server. IP Address The IP Address of this device.

  • Page 37: Spanning Tree Setting

    6.3 Spanning Tree Setting This page allows you to modify the Spanning Tree settings. Enabling Spanning Tree protocol will prevent network loops in your LAN network. Spanning Tree Spanning Tree Status Enable or disable the Spanning Tree function. Bridge Hello Time Specify Bridge Hello Time, in seconds.
  • Page 38 Priority Specify the Priority Number. A smaller number has greater priority. Accept / Cancel Click Accept to confirm the changes or Cancel to cancel and return previous settings.

  • Page 39: 2.4G/5G Wireless

    7 2.4G/5G Wireless 7.1 Wireless Network This page displays the current status of the Wireless settings of the MR900V2. Access Point / WDS AP mode:...
  • Page 40 2.4G/5G Wireless Network (Access Point / WDS AP mode) Wireless Mode Wireless mode supports 802.11b/g/n mixed mode in 2.4G and 802.11a/n mixed mode in 5G. Channel HT Mode The default channel bandwidth is 20/40MHz. The larger the channel, the better the transmission quality and speed.
  • Page 41 Auto Check this option to enable auto-channel selection. AP Detection AP Detection can select the best channel to use by scanning nearby areas for Access Points. Current Profile Configure up to eight different SSIDs (four in WDS AP mode). If many client devices will be accessing the network, you can arrange the devices into SSID groups.
  • Page 42 2.4G/5G SSID Profile...
  • Page 43 2.4G/5G SSID Profile SSID Specify the SSID for the current profile. Suppressed SSID Check this option to hide the SSID from clients. If checked, the SSID will not appear in the site survey. Station Separation Click the appropriate radio button to allow or prevent communication between client devices. Wireless Security See the Wireless Security section.
  • Page 44 Repeater mode:...
  • Page 45 2.4G/5G Wireless Network (Repeter mode) Wireless Mode Wireless mode supports 802.11b/g/n mixed mode in 2.4G and 802.11a/n mixed mode in 5G. SSID The SSID is a unique named shared amongst all the points of the wireless network. The SSID must be identical on all points of the wireless network and cannot exceed 32 characters. You may specify an SSID or select one from the Site Survey.

  • Page 46: Wireless Security

    7.2 Wireless Security The Wireless Security section lets you configure the MR900V2's security modes: WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK Mixed, WPA, WPA2, and WPA Mixed. It is strongly recommend to use WPA2-PSK. WEP Encryption: WEP Encryption Auth Type Select Open System or Shared Key.
  • Page 47 You must enter a Key Value for the Default Key. Encryption Key # Enter the key value or values you wish to use. Only the Key selected as Default is required. The others are optional. WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Shared Key) Encryption: WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Shared Key) Encryption Encryption Select the WPA encryption type you would like.
  • Page 48 WPA Encryption: Only in Access Point / WDS AP mode WPA Encryption Encryption Select the WPA encryption type you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Radius Server Enter the IP address of the Radius server. Radius Port Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius server.
  • Page 49 Radius Accounting Enable or disable accounting feature. Radius Accounting Server Enter the IP address of the Radius accounting server. Radius Accounting Port Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius accounting server. Radius Accounting Secret Enter the secret required to connect to the Radius accounting server. Interim Accounting Interval Specify how often, in seconds, the accounting data sends.

  • Page 50: Site Survey

    7.3 Site Survey Use this feature to scan nearby Access Points. Note: Only applicable in Repeater mode. 1. Click Site Survey.
  • Page 51 2. Scanning the nearby Access Points 3. The MR900V2 will list the available access points after site survey.
  • Page 52 Site Survey (Repeater mode) BSSID Access Point's wireless MAC address. SSID SSID that the Access Point is broadcasting. Channel Channel that the Access Point is using. Signal Level (dBm) Signal strength from the Access Point to your station. Type The band that the Access Point is using. Security Encryption method that the Access Point is using to secure data over the WLAN.
  • Page 53 5. Enter the correct security setting.

  • Page 54: Wireless Mac Filtering

    Wireless MAC Filtering is used to allow or deny network access to wireless clients (computers, tablet PCs, NAS, smartphones, etc.) according to their MAC addresses. You can manually add a MAC address to restrict the permission to access MR900V2. The default setting is Disable Wireless MAC Filter. Note: Only applicable in Access Point and WDS AP mode.
  • Page 55 Wireless MAC Filter (Access Point / WDS AP mode) ACL Mode Determines whether network access is granted or denied to clients whose MAC addresses appear in the MAC Address table on this page. Choices are: Disabled, Deny MAC in the list, or Allow MAC in the list.

  • Page 56: Wireless Advanced

    7.5 Wireless Advanced This page allows you to configure wireless advance settings. It is recommended that the default settings are used unless the user has experience with more advanced networking features.
  • Page 57 Wireless Advanced Data Rate Select a data rate from the drop-down list. The data rate affects throughput of data in the MR900V2. The lower the data rate, the throughput will be lower, but so will the transmission distance. Transmit Power Set the power output of the wireless signal.

  • Page 58: Wps (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

    7.6 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) feature complies with the Wi-Fi Alliance WPS standard and makes it easier to quickly add client devices to an established, security-enabled Wi-Fi network. WPS reduces the user steps required to configure a network and supports two methods that are familiar to most consumers to configure a network and enable security.
  • Page 59 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Select to Enable or Disable the WPS feature. WPS Current Status Shows whether the WPS function is Configured or unConfigured. When it is Configured, the WPS has been used to authorize connection between the device and wireless clients.
  • Page 60 WPS via PIN Enter the PIN code of the wireless device and click this button to initialize WPS feature using the PIN method.

  • Page 61: Wds Link Settings

    7.7 WDS Link Settings Using WDS (Wireless Distribution System) will allow a network administrator or installer to connect to Access Points wirelessly. Doing so will extend the wired infrastructure to locations where cabling is not possible or inefficient to implement. Note: Compatibility between different brands and models of access points is not guaranteed.
  • Page 63 2.4G/5G WDS Link Settings Security Select None or AES from drop-down list. AES Passphrase Enter the key values you wish to use. Other AP(s) must use the same key to establish WDS link. MAC Address Enter the Access Point’s MAC address to which you want to extend the wireless area. Mode Select Disable or Enable from the drop-down list.

  • Page 64: Management

    8 Management 8.1 Administration This page allows you to change the MR900V2 username and password. By default, the username is admin and the password is: admin. The password can contain 0 to 12 alphanumeric characters and is case sensitive. Login Setting New Name Enter a new username for logging in to the New Name entry box.

  • Page 65: Management Vlan Settings

    8.2 Management VLAN Settings This page allows you to assign a VLAN tag to the packets. A VLAN is a group of computers on a network whose software has been configured so that they behave as if they were on a separate Local Area Network (LAN).
  • Page 66 Click Accept to confirm the changes or Cancel to cancel and return previous settings. Note: 1. If you reconfigure the Management VLAN ID, you may lose your connection to the MR900V2. Verify that the DHCP server supports the reconfigured VLAN ID and then reconnect to the MR900V2 using the new IP address.

  • Page 67: Wireless Traffic Shaping

    8.3 Wireless Traffic Shaping Traffic shaping regulates the flow of packets leaving an interface to deliver improved Quality of Service. Wireless Traffic Shaping Enable Traffic Shaping Check this option to enable wireless traffic shaping. Incoming Traffic Limit Specify the wireless transmission speed used for downloading. Outgoing Traffic Limit Specify the wireless transmission speed used for uploading.

  • Page 68: Snmp Settings

    8.4 SNMP Settings This page allows you to assign the Contact Details, Location, Community Name, and Trap Settings for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). This is a networking management protocol used to monitor network attached devices. SNMP allows messages (called protocol data units) to be sent to various parts of the network. Upon receiving these messages, SNMP compatible devices (called agents) return the data stored in their Management Information Bases.
  • Page 69 SNMP SNMP Enable/Disable Enable or Disable SNMP feature. Contact Specify the contact details of the device Location Specify the location of the device. Community Name (Read Only) Specify the password for the SNMP community for read only access. Community Name Specify the password for the SNMP community with read/write access.

  • Page 70: Backup/Restore

    If extreme problems occur, or Restore Saved Settings from A File if you have set the MR900V2 wrongly, you can use the Factory Default button in the Revert to Factory Default Settings section to restore all the configurations of the MR900V2 to the original default settings.

  • Page 71: Auto Reboot Settings

    Enable or disable the auto reboot function. Frequency of Auto Reboot To specify the time to reboot the MR900V2 by Min, Hour, Day or Week. Save/Apply / Cancel Click Save/Apply to apply the changes or Cancel to return previous settings.

  • Page 72: Firmware Upgrade

    8.7 Firmware Upgrade This page allows you to upgrade the firmware of the MR900V2. To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1. Click the Browse button and navigate the OS File System to the location of the upgrade file. 2. Select the upgrade file. The name of the file will appear in the Upgrade File field.

  • Page 73: Time Setting

    8.8 Time Setting This page allows you to set the internal clock of the MR900V2. Time Manually Set Date and Time Manually specify the date and time. Automatically Get Date and Select a time zone from the drop-down list and check whether you want to...

  • Page 74: Log

    8.9 Log This page allows you to setup Syslog and local log functions of the MR900V2. Syslog Enable or disable the syslog function. Log Server IP Address Enter the IP address of the log server. Local Log Enable or disable the local log service.

  • Page 75: Diagnostics

    8.10 Diagnostics This page allows you to analyze the connection quality of the MR900V2 and trace the routing table to a target in the network. Diagnosis Target IP Enter the IP address you would like to search. Ping Packet Size Enter the packet size of each ping.

  • Page 76: Led Control

    8.11 LED Control This page allows you to control LED on/off for Power, LAN interface, 2.4G/5G WLAN interface and WPS.

  • Page 77: Logout

    8.12 Logout Click [Logout] in Management menu to logout.

  • Page 78: Reset

    8.13 Reset In some circumstances, it may be required to force the device to reboot. Click on Reboot the Device to reboot the MR900V2.
  • Page 79 Appendix A – FCC Interference Statement 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 80 Appendix B – IC Interference Statement Industry Canada statement: This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Ce dispositif est conforme à...
  • Page 81 Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations: Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 33cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
  • Page 82 Appendix C – CE Interference Statement 1.1. Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: EN60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment EN50385...
  • Page 83 0560 Česky [Jméno výrobce] tímto prohlašuje, že tento [typ zařízení] je ve shodě se základními požadavky a [Czech] dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Dansk Undertegnede [fabrikantens navn] erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr [udstyrets typebetegnelse] overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. [Danish] Hiermit erklärt [Name des Herstellers], dass sich das Gerät [Gerätetyp] in Übereinstimmung mit Deutsch...
  • Page 84 [Hungarian] követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak. Polski Niniejszym [nazwa producenta] oświadcza, że [nazwa wyrobu] jest zgodny z zasadniczymi [Polish] wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC. [Nome do fabricante] declara que este [tipo de equipamento] está conforme com os requisitos Português [Portuguese] essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

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