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Ruckus Wireless ™ ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge ™ User Guide Part Number 800-70956-001 Rev B Published November 2015 www.ruckuswireless.com...
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No part of this documentation may be used, reproduced, transmitted, or translated, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, manual, optical, or otherwise, without prior written permission of Ruckus Wireless, Inc. (“Ruckus”), or as expressly provided by under license from Ruckus.
Before You Begin: Preconfiguring the ZoneFlex P300 ......27 Logging Into the ZoneFlex P300 Web Interface....... . 27 Navigating the Web Interface .
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Enabling Logging and Sending Event Logs to a Syslog Server ....70 Sending a Copy of the Log File to Ruckus Wireless Support ....71 Saving a Copy of the Log File to Your Computer .
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Resetting the ZoneFlex P300 to Factory Defaults ......74 Running Diagnostics ........... . 75 Scanning for Interference .
Consequently, it assumes that the reader has basic working knowledge of local area networking, wireless networking, and wireless devices. The ZoneFlex P300 802.11ac Wireless Bridge is referred to in the rest of this document as the ZoneFlex P300, bridge, root bridge, or non-root bridge.
Make sure that you form a 80mm - 130mm (3”-5”) drip loop in any cable that is attached to the ZoneFlex P300 or the building. This will prevent water from running along the cable and entering the ZoneFlex P300 or the building where the cable terminates.
In addition to this User Guide, the ZoneFlex P300 documentation set includes the following: • Getting Started Guide and Mounting Guide documents: Provide essential config- uring and installing information to help you get the ZoneFlex P300 up and running within minutes. • Online Help: Provides instructions for performing tasks using the ZoneFlex P300’s Web interface.
Information that describes important features or instructions. CAUTION! Information that alerts you to potential loss of data or potential damage to an application, system, or device. WARNING! Information that alerts you to potential personal injury. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
Introducing the ZoneFlex P300 In this chapter: • ZoneFlex P300 Overview • Unpacking the ZoneFlex P300 • Installing the Access Point • Getting to Know the Hardware Features ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
The ZoneFlex P300 can be deployed as a root bridge connected to the Ethernet backhaul, or can be deployed as a non-root bridge connected to the root bridge via the wireless link.
Before configuring or deploying your ZoneFlex P300, verify that all items listed below are included in the package. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your authorized Ruckus Wireless sales representative.
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• ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge Mounting Guide • N-Type Connector Sealing Instructions NOTE This kit includes extra mounting hardware. You may use the extras wherever required. Figure 2. ZoneFlex P300 field-installation kit contents ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
Earth Use the factory-supplied ground wire and ground screw/washer ground set, connect a good earth ground to this ZoneFlex P300 chassis point ground point. LEDs and What They Mean. LEDs Refer to...
• LEDs and What They Mean LEDs and What They Mean The ZoneFlex P300 has five LEDs visible on the outside of the chassis (Figure The LEDs have different operating modes, and which can be manually turned on and off by the operator. Refer to...
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• Green = aiming mode ( • Off = normal mode • Off = normal operation mode Note: The P300 remains in aiming mode for 15 minutes after aiming is started. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
Ethernet Connector, Aiming Button and Reset Button Ethernet Connector, Aiming Button and Reset Button The ZoneFlex P300 cable gland is used to attach and seal the data and PoE Ethernet cable to the ZoneFlex P300 chassis. Plug the Ethernet cable into the RJ-45...
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P300 to lose all configuration settings, including the provisioning, or pairing, of the root bridge and non-root bridge pairs. If you do need to reset a ZoneFlex P300 to factory defaults, you will need to re-provision the ZoneFlex P300. In factory default state, the role of all ZoneFlex P300 units is root bridge.
N-type external antenna connectors on the top panel of the ZoneFlex P300. The antenna must have a gain of less than 23dBi to comply with FCC and CE regulations. For more information, refer to your local regulations.
As described in the ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge Mounting Guide, the ZoneFlex P300 has two buttons inside the PoE IN port. 1 Press and hold the Aiming button (closer to the LEDs) to put the ZoneFlex P300 into aiming mode and then point the ZoneFlex P300 antenna toward the far-end ZoneFlex P300 antenna.
Aiming Point-to-Multipoint ZoneFlex P300s 2 Use the 5G through PWR LEDs to determine the signal strength: • When all four 5G through PWR LEDs are solid green, the ZoneFlex P300 is receiving the strongest signal possible. • When some LEDs are flashing green or off, reposition the ZoneFlex P300 antenna to achieve a better signal.
Interface. 2 Navigate to Status > Wireless. The Web interface displays the Status > Wireless page. If no association has been established, then the ZoneFlex P300 displays: Figure 9. No association established 3 The ZoneFlex P300s automatically associate with one another, usually within one to two minutes.
Configuration > Radio 5G page. 3 On the Configuration > Radio 5G page, click Edit Advanced Settings next to Advanced Settings. The Web interface displays the Configuration > Radio 5G > Advanced page. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
3 On the Status > Wireless page, click the SpeedFlex icon to launch the SpeedFlex Wireless Performance Test. 4 Click Start to begin testing. 5 Once the test is completed, the following result page is displayed. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
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Figure 12. SpeedFlex Performance Test succeeded Refer to Configuring the ZoneFlex P300 to fine-tune the ZoneFlex P300 configura- tion, or refer to Managing the ZoneFlex P300 to monitor and operate the ZoneFlex P300. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
Navigating the Web Interface In this chapter: • Before You Begin: Preconfiguring the ZoneFlex P300 • Logging Into the ZoneFlex P300 Web Interface • Navigating the Web Interface ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
DO NOT connect the ZoneFlex P300 to your live network at this point. If you connect it to a live network with an active DHCP server, the ZoneFlex P300 can acquire a new IP address from the DHCP and you may be unable to access it via the default IP address (192.168.2.1).
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ZoneFlex P300. 2 On the PC, open a Web browser window. 3 In the address or location bar, type the IP address of the ZoneFlex P300. Default IP address for standalone ZoneFlex P300s: 192.168.2.1...
Navigating the Web Interface Navigating the Web Interface You can manage the ZoneFlex P300 through a Web browser-based interface using any networked computer. Table 5 lists the Web interface features that are identified Figure Figure 13. Elements of the ZoneFlex P300 Web Interface Table 5.
Ruckus Wireless website at http://support.ruckuswireless.com/documents If the ZoneFlex P300 is to be run in a standalone configuration or is to be managed by a FlexMaster manager, then continue with this section. This chapter provides instructions for configuring ZoneFlex P300s in a standalone configuration or when the ZoneFlex P300 is to be managed by a FlexMaster manager.
(encountering the least interference) to transmit the signal. Available Channel This option lets you limit the channels used by the ZoneFlex P300. Check the boxes for the allowed channels, and uncheck the boxes for the disallowed channels. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
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2 and 32 characters, including characters from ! (char 33) to ~ (char 126). Default = ruckus_wbridge. Passphrase Enter a new passphrase between 8 and 32 characters long, using any combination of printable characters (letters, numbers, hyphens and underscores). ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
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This configuration file can then be used to easily configure non-root bridges with matching settings. 3 Click Update Settings to have the ZoneFlex P300 save your changes. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
NOTE To fully benefit from the ZoneFlex P300’s capabilities, it is advisable not to change these values unless absolutely necessary. 1 Go to Configuration > Wireless. The Configuration > Radio 5G page appears.
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NOTE: Set the root bridge to the distance of the farthest away non- root bridge (in kilometers). Set non-root bridges to the actual distance to the root bridge. 4 Click Update Settings to have the ZoneFlex P300 save and apply the changes. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
The table below your selections updates to show the maximum transfer rate per station for each traffic type. 4 Click Update Settings to have the ZoneFlex P300 save your changes. You have completed configuring the rate limiting options. To reopen the previous page, click the Go back to Wireless Configuration link.
• Configuring TACACS+ Remote Login Information Configuring the ZoneFlex P300 Name, Location, GPS Coordinates, and LED Appearance 1 Navigate to Configuration > Device. The ZoneFlex P300 Web GUI displays the Configuration > Device page (Figure 17). Figure 17. The Configuration > Device page 2 In Device Name, type a new name for the device or leave as is to accept the default device name (RuckusWB).
Changing the Administrator Username and Password • Under LED Control, check the Disable Status LED(s) box to turn off the status LEDs. This can be useful when the ZoneFlex P300 is installed in a public location, to avoid drawing attention to the ZoneFlex P300.
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• TACACS+ Service: Login name. • Share Key: TACACS+ Password. • Confirm Share Key: retype the TACACS+ Password. 3 Click Update Settings to have the ZoneFlex P300 save and apply your changes. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
The single ZoneFlex P300 wireless interface is assigned to assigned a single VLAN, and is configured to pass all VLAN traffic as a Trunk Port. The ZoneFlex P300 Ethernet port is also configured to pass all VLAN traffic as a Trunk Port.
2 Enter the host name in the NTP Server text box at the top of the page. 3 Click Update Settings to have the ZoneFlex P300 save and apply your change. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
Configuration > Internet page (Figure 18). 2 Enter the VLAN ID in the Management VLAN text box. 3 Click Update Settings to have the ZoneFlex P300 save and apply your change. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
By default, the ZoneFlex P300 is configured to automatically obtain an IPv4 address from a DHCP server on the network. If the ZoneFlex P300 does not detect a DHCP server, it automatically assigns itself the static IP address 192.168.2.1 for a root bridge, or 192.168.2.254 for a non-root bridge to make it easier for you to...
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Configuring IPv4 DHCP with Auto or Manual DNS Configuration If you leave the ZoneFlex P300 at its default configuration, it attempts to obtain an IPv4 address from a DHCP server on the network. 1 Navigate to Configuration > Internet. The ZoneFlex P300 Web GUI displays the Configuration >...
There are at least two instances when you need to configure a static IP address for the ZoneFlex P300: • If the current IP address that the ZoneFlex P300 is using consistently conflicts with that of another device on the network.
Configuration > Internet page (Figure 18). 2 In the MTU text box, enter the largest protocol data unit that the ZoneFlex P300 can transmit and receive (default = 1518). NOTE The MTU must be set to the same value on both ends of each link.
• Configuring Wireless QoS Configuring Global QoS 1 Navigate to Configuration > QoS. 2 Click the Global tab. The ZoneFlex P300 Web GUI displays the Configuration > QoS > Global page (Figure 20). ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
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The Dot1p value is a field in the VLAN header that indicates the priority of a VLAN-tagged packet. Dot1p classification is similar to ToS classification--when a packet enters the ZoneFlex P300 from an interface, it is classified and prioritized ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
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The numeric values are used to classify VLAN-tagged packets based on priority queue values. For example, if the Dot1p marking value is 10, then the ZoneFlex P300 only performs Dot1p marking on packets whose VLAN ID is 10. • Voice -- Default = 0 •...
Configuring QoS Configuring Ethernet QoS Configuring Ethernet QoS 1 Navigate to Configuration > QoS. 2 Click the Ethernet tab. The ZoneFlex P300 Web GUI displays the Configuration > QoS > Ethernet page (Figure 21). Figure 21. Configuration > QoS > Ethernet page 3 Set the Ethernet QoS using the following entries: •...
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The numeric value is used to classify VLAN-tagged packets based on priority queue values on the wireless link. Default = none. 4 Click Update Settings to have the ZoneFlex P300 save your changes. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
NOTE When you are changing the role over the air, you need to configure the remote ZoneFlex P300s first followed by the local ZoneFlex P300 to avoid loss of connectivity. 1 Configure the admin computer, connect it to the ZoneFlex P300, and log into...
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Reversing Root Bridge and Non-Root Bridge Roles Configuring Wireless QoS 6 Once the reboot is complete, the role is reversed. 7 Repeat this procedure for each device whose role you want to change. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
Where to Find More Information This chapter provides instructions for managing standalone ZoneFlex P300s using the ZoneFlex P300 Web interface. For information on managing your network using a Ruckus Wireless controller or FlexMaster (FM) manager, refer to the relevant User Guide, available from the Ruckus Wireless Support website.
Viewing Current Device Status Viewing Current Device Status The Status > Device page displays a general overview of the ZoneFlex P300’s current status, including device name, MAC address, serial number, current soft- ware (image) version, and so on. Figure 24. The Status > Device page...
Viewing Current Internet Status The Status > Internet page displays information on the ZoneFlex P300’s network settings; that is, the settings that allow the ZoneFlex P300 to communicate with your local network and the Internet. Information includes IP address, gateway, DNS server, NTP server and connection type (method of obtaining an IP address -- DHCP or static IP), and so on.
Viewing Current Wireless Status Viewing Current Wireless Status If you want to view the current ZoneFlex P300 wireless settings and status, go to the Status > Wireless page. Table 8 lists the descriptions of each wireless setting. Figure 26. The Status > Wireless page Table 8.
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Viewing Current Wireless Status Table 8. Common Wireless settings (Continued) Country Code Shows the country code that the ZoneFlex P300 has been set to use. Verify that the ZoneFlex P300 is using the correct CAUTION: country code to make sure it uses only the allowed radio channels in your region.
Status > QOS > Global page. Refer to Configuring Global QoS for a description of the information on this page. Figure 27. The Status > QOS > Global page ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
Figure 29 shows the Status > QOS > Wireless page. Refer to Configuring Wireless for a description of the information on this page. Figure 29. The Status > QOS > Wireless page ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
You can use the Web interface to check for software updates/upgrades for the firmware image built into the ZoneFlex P300. You can then apply these updates to the device in one of two ways: (1) manually updating on an as-needed basis, as...
Do not change any of the Image Control File, Username or Password entries. 3 Click Perform Upgrade. A status bar appears during the upgrade process. 4 After the upgrade is completed, you must manually reboot the ZoneFlex P300. Upgrading Manually using the Web 1 In the Upgrade Method options, click Web.
You can use the Web interface to check for software upgrades for the firmware operating the ZoneFlex P300. You can then apply these updates to the device in one of two ways: (1) automating a regularly scheduled update, as described in this...
The default user name is super and the default password is sp-admin. To prevent unauthorized users from logging into the Web interface using these default admin- istrator login settings, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you change the default Web interface password immediately after your first login.
These options include management access using HTTP, Telnet and SSH. You can also view and set up the connection to a Ruckus Wireless FlexMaster manager under the TR-069/SNMP Management Choice options. If your Ruckus...
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(Default) Enables the Ruckus Wireless device to be managed by either SNMP servers, Ruckus Wireless controllers, or Ruckus Wireless FlexMaster. (Refer to Release Notes for details.) SNMP only Only allow SNMP management. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
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Interval at which the device should attempt to contact Interval FlexMaster. (Default = 15 minutes.) 4 Click Update Settings to have the ZoneFlex P300 save your changes. A confirmation message appears at the top of the page. You have completed configuring the management access options.
Shows the date and time of the bridge’s last successful contact Contact with FlexMaster. Last Contact Result Shows the result of the last attempt to contact FlexMaster (success or failure, and failure error code if applicable). ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
Last successful contact. Pointing the Bridge to FlexMaster Your Ruckus Wireless device is required to “call home” to register with your FlexMaster; FlexMaster does not initiate initial contact. To register successfully with FlexMaster, your Ruckus Wireless device must know the FlexMaster server’s URL.
ZoneFlex P300’s current log file text. You can use the former to send the log to Ruckus Wireless support or save it to a local file, and use the latter to configure automatic delivery of log files to a syslog server.
Support The Support Info log consists of the configuration and run-time status of the ZoneFlex P300 and can be useful for troubleshooting. You have three options for sending a copy of the current log file to Ruckus Wireless Support: • Save a copy to your local PC, then attach it to an e-mail message and send it to support.
Saving a Copy of a Support File to Your Computer You can save a copy of the support file(s) to your own computer, if needed. The cmsupportinfo.txt file includes support information for an ZoneFlex P300 with integral cable modem (such as 7781CM), and the tr069info.txt file includes support information for an ZoneFlex P300 being managed by FlexMaster.
Saving a Copy of a Support File to Your Computer Rebooting the ZoneFlex P300 You can use the Web interface to prompt the ZoneFlex P300 to reboot, which restarts the ZoneFlex P300 without changing any of the current settings. Please note that rebooting the ZoneFlex P300 disrupts network communications in any currently active WLANs.
Into the ZoneFlex P300 Web Interface. You can use the Web User interface to restore an inoperative ZoneFlex P300 to its factory default settings, which completely erases the configuration currently active in the device. Note that this disrupts all wireless network communications through this device.
Running Diagnostics Saving a Copy of a Support File to Your Computer Running Diagnostics Four network connection diagnostic tools have been built into the ZoneFlex P300 to help you check network connections from the Web interface: • ping • traceroute •...
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Running Diagnostics Saving a Copy of a Support File to Your Computer Figure 37. Showing ARP and FDB tables ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
Saving a Copy of a Support File to Your Computer Scanning for Interference The ZoneFlex P300 includes a Site Survey tool that allows you to scan for other wireless networks nearby which may impact the ZoneFlex P300 link performance. 1 go to the Status > Wireless page. The Status > Wireless page appears.
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Figure 39. Site Survey 3 If a large number of nearby devices is detected using the same channel as the ZoneFlex P300, you may want to move the wireless bridge traffic to another channel; refer to Moving Traffic to Another Channel.
If you manually select a channel, then SmartSelect will be unable to automatically switch channels to adjust to changes in the environment. 2 Click Update Settings to have the ZoneFlex P300 save your changes. 3 Run the SpeedFlex utility to test link performance as described in Verifying the Connection.
Wireless Support Portal at http://support.ruckuswireless.com. The Support Portal hosts the latest versions of user documentation. You can also find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) for each Ruckus Wireless product type. ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
IPv6 connection type device location name settings LED control DHCP login remote authentication 43, 44, 45 release login settings 43, 44, 45 renew logout DHCP (auto) connection type diagnostics distance ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
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RTS/CTS threshold scanning for interference separation, antenna service provider login SSID, wireless static IP connection type syslog tabs TACACS+ server temperature update threshold, RTS/CTS traceroute transmit power ZoneFlex P300 Wireless Bridge User Guide, 800-70956-001 Rev B...
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