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Ruckus Wireless
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SmartCell Gateway
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Getting Started Guide for
Release 1.1.2 (GA)
Part Number 800-70508-001 Rev C
Published October 2013
www.ruckuswireless.com

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  • Page 1 Ruckus Wireless ™ SmartCell Gateway ™ Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA) Part Number 800-70508-001 Rev C Published October 2013 www.ruckuswireless.com...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice And Proprietary Information

    Ruckus Wireless, Ruckus, the bark logo, ZoneFlex, FlexMaster, ZoneDirector, SmartMesh, Channelfly, Smartcell, Dynamic PSK, and Simply Better Wireless are trademarks of Ruckus Wireless, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other product or company names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Copyright Notice and Proprietary Information About This Guide Document Conventions ..........vi Related Documentation .
  • Page 4 What to Do Next ............74 Index Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 5: About This Guide

    About This Guide This SmartCell Gateway™ 200 Getting Started Guide provides information on how to set up the Ruckus Wireless™ SmartCell Gateway 200 (SCG) appliance on the network. Topics covered in this guide include mounting, installation, and basic configuration. This guide is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment.

  • Page 6: Document Conventions

    • Administrator Guide: Provides detailed information on how to configure the SCG. The Administrator Guide is available for download on the Ruckus Wireless Support Web site at http://support.ruckuswireless.com. • Online Help: Provides instructions for performing tasks using the SCG Web interface.

  • Page 7: Documentation Feedback

    Documentation Feedback Documentation Feedback Ruckus Wireless is interested in improving its documentation and welcomes your comments and suggestions. You can email your comments to Ruckus Wireless at: docs@ruckuswireless.com When contacting us, please include the following information: • Document title • Document part number (on the cover page) •...
  • Page 8 Documentation Feedback viii Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 9: Preparing To Set Up The Smartcell Gateway 200

    Preparing to Set Up the SmartCell Gateway 200 In this chapter: • Unpacking the SCG • Package Contents • Before You Begin SmartCell Gateway 200 Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA), 800-70508-001 Rev C...

  • Page 10: Unpacking The Scg

    Unpacking the SCG WARNING! The SCG appliance is heavy (40 lbs/18.14kg). Two people should work together to unpack the SCG. Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends against one person attempting to perform this task alone. Follow these steps to unpack the SCG appliance.

  • Page 11: Rack Mount Kit Contents

    Package Contents Rack Mount Kit Contents Rack Mount Kit Contents The rack mount kit contains the following items: • Outer rail slide assembly (see A in Figure • Inner rail slide assembly (see B in Figure • Plastic bag #1, which contains the following items: •...
  • Page 12 Package Contents Rack Mount Kit Contents Figure 1. Rail assemblies and rail screws Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 13: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin Prepare the Required Hardware and Tools Before You Begin Before installing and setting up the SCG, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you first complete the following pre-installation tasks. Prepare the Required Hardware and Tools You must supply the following tools and equipment: •...

  • Page 14: Get To Know The Physical Features Of The Scg

    The following sections identify the physical features of the SCG that are relevant to the installation and mounting instructions that this guide provides. Before you begin the installation process, Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends that you become familiar with these physical features.
  • Page 15 Before You Begin Get to Know the Physical Features of the SCG Front Panel Without the Bezel Figure 3 shows the front panel of the SCG without the bezel. For descriptions of the numbered parts, refer to Table Figure 3. SCG front panel without the bezel Table 2.
  • Page 16 SCG. For descriptions of the numbered parts, refer to Table Figure 4. Control panel on the SCG front panel Table 4. Control panel parts Number Description Power button System reset button System status LED Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 17 Before You Begin Get to Know the Physical Features of the SCG Table 4. Control panel parts (Continued) Number Description Fan status LED Critical alarm (not yet implemented in this release) MJR alarm LED (not yet implemented in this release) NMI pin hole button (factory reset button) Chassis ID button NIC1/NIC2 activity LED...
  • Page 18 SCG. For descriptions of the numbered parts, refer to Table Figure 5. SCG rear panel 9 10 11 12 NOTE: Power supply locations (numbers 5 and 6) are for AC or DC power. AC power supply is pictured. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 19 Before You Begin Get to Know the Physical Features of the SCG Table 5. SCG rear panel parts Number Description Cable connector (not used) Two low-profile PCIe interface cards that include four ports – one for management traffic and three for redundancy. See Redundant Interfaces on the SCG.
  • Page 20 7) to the same router or switch or to two different routers or switches, depending on the network environment of your organization. Figure 6 identifies the redundant interface pairs on the rear panel of the SCG and Table 7 lists the member ports of each redundant interface pair. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 21 Before You Begin Get to Know the Physical Features of the SCG Figure 6. Redundant interfaces on the SCG ETH2 ETH3 ETH4 ETH5 ETH1 ETH0 Table 7. Bridge groups, member interfaces, and traffic types Member Ports Bridge Traffic Type ETH0 and ETH3 Bridge 0 Control (SSH tunnels between APs and SCG) traffic...
  • Page 22 Before You Begin Get to Know the Physical Features of the SCG Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 23: Mounting And Powering The Scg

    Mounting and Powering the SCG In this chapter: • Mounting the SCG onto a Server Rack • What You Will Need • Step 1: Unpack the Rack Mount Kit • Step 2: Separate the Slide Rails into the Inner and Outer Parts •...

  • Page 24: Mounting The Scg Onto A Server Rack

    • Phillips (crosshead) screwdriver, #1 and #2 bits • Anti-static wrist strap and conductive foam pad (recommended) Step 1: Unpack the Rack Mount Kit Refer to Rack Mount Kit Contents and verify that the rack mount kit contents are complete. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 25: Step 2: Separate The Slide Rails Into The Inner And Outer Parts

    Step 2: Separate the Slide Rails into the Inner and Outer Parts Step 2: Separate the Slide Rails into the Inner and Outer Parts 1 Extend the inner rail (see 1 in Figure 7) until it locks. 2 Press down the spring safety lock (see 2 in Figure 7) to release the inner rail. 3 Remove the inner rail from the rail assembly (see 3 in Figure 7).

  • Page 26: Step 3: Install The Outer Rail Slides To The Rack Posts

    GREEN sticker. Attach the outer rail slides to the rack posts using two #8-32 x 1/2 screws at the front posts and two #8-32 x 1/2 screws at the rear posts. Figure 8. Installing the outer rails Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 27: Step 4: Fasten The Shoulder Screws To The Server

    Step 4: Fasten the Shoulder Screws to the Server Step 4: Fasten the Shoulder Screws to the Server Fasten two hex head shoulder screws on each side of the server. Figure 9. Fastening the shoulder screws SmartCell Gateway 200 Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA), 800-70508-001 Rev C...

  • Page 28: Step 5: Install The Inner Rails On The Server

    Step 5: Install the Inner Rails on the Server Step 5: Install the Inner Rails on the Server Install the inner rails onto the hex head shoulder screws, and then slide the inner rails forward. Figure 10. Installing the inner rails Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 29: Step 6: Fasten The Inner Rails To The Server

    Step 6: Fasten the Inner Rails to the Server Step 6: Fasten the Inner Rails to the Server Secure the inner rails with one #6-32 x 1/4 screw for each rail. Figure 11. Securing the inner rails SmartCell Gateway 200 Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA), 800-70508-001 Rev C...

  • Page 30: Step 7: Attach The Mounting Ears To The Rail Assembly

    WARNING! The SCG appliance is heavy (40 lbs/18.14kg). Two people should work together to lift and slide the appliance into the rack. Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends against one person attempting to perform this task alone. 1 Align the inner rails (attached to the server chassis) with the outer rail assemblies (attached to the rack).

  • Page 31: Powering On The Scg

    Powering On the SCG Using AC Power Figure 13. Securing the server to the rack Congratulations! You have completed mounting the SCG onto your server rack. Powering On the SCG The SCG supports both AC and DC power. Refer to the relevant section below for instructions on how to power on the SCG.

  • Page 32: Using Dc Power

    If using DC power, connect -48V DC input power to the PSU. The DC input polarity is marked on the DC PSU case. In Figure 16, “-” is on the left and “+” is on the right. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 33 Powering On the SCG Using DC Power NOTE: Use #14-#10 AWG to the DC input connector. CAUTION! To avoid the potential for electrical shock and fire hazard, ensure that the DC wiring to the DC input connectors has adequate circuit protection in accordance with local electrical codes.
  • Page 34 You must provide additional, proper grounding for the rack and other devices installed in it. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 35 Powering On the SCG Using DC Power DC PSU LED Table 9 describes the behavior of the DC PSU LED. Table 9. DC PSU LED behavior LED State Description No DC to all power supplies Amber • No DC to this PSU only (for 1+1 configuration), or; •...
  • Page 36 Powering On the SCG Using DC Power Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 37: Preparing The Interface Settings And Administrative Computer

    Preparing the Interface Settings and Administrative Computer In this chapter: • Preparing the SCG Interface Settings to Use • Preparing the Administrative Computer SmartCell Gateway 200 Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA), 800-70508-001 Rev C...

  • Page 38: Preparing The Scg Interface Settings To Use

    Used for AP configuration and client traffic Cluster Used for cluster traffic Management (Web) Used for management traffic. The IP address that you assign to this interface will be the IP address through which you can access the SCG Web interface. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 39: Preparing The Administrative Computer

    Preparing the Administrative Computer Preparing the Administrative Computer Follow these steps to prepare the administrative computer that you will use to run the SCG Setup Wizard. 1 On the administrative computer, open the Network Connections (or Network and Dial-up Connections) control panel according to how your Start menu is set up: •...
  • Page 40 6 Click OK to save your changes and exit first the TCP/IP Properties dialog box, then the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box. Your changes are put into effect immediately. You have completed preparing the administrative computer. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 41: Running The Setup Wizard And Logging On To The Web Interface

    Running the Setup Wizard and Logging On to the Web Interface In this chapter: • Running the SCG Setup Wizard • Step 1: Start the Setup Wizard and Set the Language • Step 2: Configure the Management IP Address Settings •...

  • Page 42: Running The Scg Setup Wizard

    SCG, and then connect the other end to an Ethernet port on the administrative computer. Figure 18. Location of ETH0 ETH0 2 Start your Web browser, and then enter the following in the address bar: http://192.168.2.2:8080 The SCG Setup Wizard appears, displaying the Language page. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 43 Step 1: Start the Setup Wizard and Set the Language Figure 19. The Language page 3 Select your preferred language for the SCG Web interface. Available options include: • English • Traditional Chinese • Simplified Chinese 4 Click Next. The Management IP page appears and displays the following tabs: •...
  • Page 44 Step 1: Start the Setup Wizard and Set the Language Figure 20. The Management IP page Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 45: Step 2: Configure The Management Ip Address Settings

    NOTE: Although it is possible to use DHCP to assign IP address settings to the Control interface automatically, Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends assigning a static IP address to this interface. WARNING! You must configure the three SCG interfaces to be on three different subnets.
  • Page 46 NOTE: Although it is possible to use DHCP to assign IP address settings to the Management (Web) interface automatically, Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends assigning a static IP address to this interface. WARNING! You must configure the three SCG interfaces to be on three different subnets.
  • Page 47 NOTE: Although it is possible to use DHCP to assign IP address settings to the Management (Web) interface automatically, Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends assigning a static IP address to this interface. SmartCell Gateway 200 Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA), 800-70508-001 Rev C...
  • Page 48 You need to switch the Ethernet cable from ETH0 to ETH2 and to reconfigure the IP address settings of the administrative computer (see Step 7) to be able to regain access to the SCG Setup Wizard and continue the setup process. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 49 Step 2: Configure the Management IP Address Settings Figure 23. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from ETH0, and then connect it to ETH2 ETH2 ETH0 7 Update the IP address settings of the administrative computer to the same subnet settings that you assigned to the Management (Web) interface (see Step 8 In the Web browser’s address or location bar, enter the IP address that you assigned to the Management (Web) interface.
  • Page 50 Step 2: Configure the Management IP Address Settings Figure 24. The DataPlane IP Setting page Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 51: Step 3: Configure The Dataplane Ip Address Settings

    Step 3: Configure the DataPlane IP Address Settings Step 3: Configure the DataPlane IP Address Settings 1 On the DataPlane0 and DataPlane1 tab, configure the IP address settings of DataPlane0 and DataPlane1, respectively. 2 Click Next to continue. The Cluster Information page appears. Step 4: Configure the Cluster Settings The actions that you need to perform in this step depends on whether you are creating a new cluster (with this SCG as the first node) or you are setting up this...

  • Page 52: If This Scg Is Forming A New Cluster

    • Enable Password: Type a password that you want to use to enable CLI access to the SCG. • Confirmation Password: Retype the password above to confirm. 4 Click Next to continue. The Confirmation page appears and displays all the SCG settings that you have configured using the Setup Wizard. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 53 Step 4: Configure the Cluster Settings If This SCG Is Forming a New Cluster Figure 26. The Administrator page SmartCell Gateway 200 Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA), 800-70508-001 Rev C...

  • Page 54: If This Scg Is Joining An Existing Cluster

    If the firmware version on this SCG (shown on the lower left area of the Cluster Information page) does not match the firmware version of the cluster, a message appears and prompts you to upgrade the SCG firmware. Click Upgrade, and then follow the prompts to perform the upgrade. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 55 Step 4: Configure the Cluster Settings If This SCG Is Joining an Existing Cluster Figure 27. Options that are available if the SCG is joining an existing cluster Firmware version of this SCG SmartCell Gateway 200 Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA), 800-70508-001 Rev C...

  • Page 56: Step 5: Verify The Settings

    SCG services, and activating the SCG on the network. When the process is complete, the progress bar shows the message 100% Done. The page also shows the IP address through which you can access the SCG Web interface to manage the appliance. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 57 Step 5: Verify the Settings If This SCG Is Joining an Existing Cluster Figure 29. This page indicates that you have completed the SCG setup Congratulations! You have completed the SCG Setup Wizard. You are now ready to log on to the SCG Web interface. SmartCell Gateway 200 Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA), 800-70508-001 Rev C...

  • Page 58: Connecting The Scg To The Network

    SFP+ modules that the SCG supports. For more information about these modules, visit the manufacturer’s Web site. Table 11. SFP+ modules supported by the SCG Name Product Code Description Intel Ethernet SFP+ SR (Short E10GSFPSR Dual Rate 10GBASE-SR/1000BASE- Range) Optics SX with duplex LC connector Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 59: Logging On To The Web Interface

    Logging On to the Web Interface Supported SFP+ Modules Logging On to the Web Interface You can access the SCG Web interface from any computer that is on the same subnet as the Management (Web) interface, which you configured in Running the SCG Setup Wizard.
  • Page 60 Logging On to the Web Interface Supported SFP+ Modules 4 Click Log On. The Web interface refreshes, and then displays the SCG Dashboard page, which indicates that you have logged on successfully. You are now ready to configure the SCG. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 61: Configuring The Scg For The First Time

    Configuring the SCG for the First Time In this chapter: • Configuring AP Zones • Configuring AAA Servers and Hotspot Settings • Creating a Registration Rule • Defining the WLAN Settings of AP Zones • Configuring DHCP Option 43 • Verifying That Wireless Clients Can Associate with a Managed AP SmartCell Gateway 200 Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA), 800-70508-001 Rev C...

  • Page 62: Configuring Ap Zones

    Staging Zone. Follow these steps to create a new AP zone. 1 Click Configuration > AP Zones. 2 Click Create New. Figure 31. Creating a new AP zone Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 63 Configuring AP Zones 3 Configure the options listed in Table Table 12. Configuration options in the Create New Zone form Option Description General Options Zone Name Type a name that you want to assign to this new zone. Description Type a description for this new zone. AP Firmware Displays the latest AP firmware available on the SCG.
  • Page 64 5 Click Yes to view the zone details, or click No to close the confirmation message and return to the zone list. You have completed creating your first AP zone. You can create additional AP zones, if needed. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 65: Configuring Aaa Servers And Hotspot Settings

    If you have an existing RADIUS (AAA) server on the network, you can set up hotspot services across the network using the Ruckus Wireless access points that the SCG is managing. To provide hotspot services, you need to add at least one AAA server to the SCG and create a hotspot service.
  • Page 66 RADIUS server (after failover to the backup server). 8 Click Create New. The following message appears to confirm that you have successfully added the AAA server to the SCG: Authentication server created successfully. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 67: Creating A Hotspot Service

    Configuring AAA Servers and Hotspot Settings Creating a Hotspot Service The page refreshes, and then the AAA server that you added appears under the AAA Servers Configuration section. Figure 33. The Create AAA Service form Creating a Hotspot Service NOTE: If you do not want to provide a hotspot service to users, skip this step.
  • Page 68 Allow disconnected users a grace period after disconnection, during which clients will not need to re- authenticate. Authentication/Accounting Servers Authentication Server From the drop-down list, select the AAA server that you want to use to authenticate users. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 69 Configuring AAA Servers and Hotspot Settings Creating a Hotspot Service Table 13. Hotspot service settings (Continued) Setting Description Send Interim-Update every Set an interim-update interval at which the hotspot APs will send updates to the accounting server. Valid interim- update values are 0-1440. Setting the value to 0 disables periodic interim updates to the accounting server, but client IP changes are still sent to the RADIUS Accounting server.

  • Page 70: Creating A Registration Rule

    3 Click Create New. A form appears. 4 In Rule Description, type a name that you want to assign to this rule. 5 In Rule Type, click the basis upon which you want to create the rule. Options include: Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 71 Creating a Registration Rule Creating a Hotspot Service • IP Address: If you select this option, type the From (starting) and To (ending) IP address that you want to use. • Subnet Mask: If you select this option, type the IP address and subnet mask pair to use for matching.

  • Page 72: Configure Rule Priority

    3 Change the priority of each registration rule as required. • To give a rule higher priority, move it up the table by clicking the (up- arrow) icon that is in the same row as the rule name. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 73 Creating a Registration Rule Configure Rule Priority • To give a rule lower priority, move it down the table by clicking the (down- arrow) icon that is in the same row as the rule name. 4 When you finish configuring the rule priority, click Update Priorities to save your changes.

  • Page 74: Defining The Wlan Settings Of Ap Zones

    Advanced Options Select an accounting server and configure ACLs, rate limiting, VLAN/dynamic VLAN settings, tunneling, background scanning, maximum client threshold, and service schedule. See “Advanced Options” on page 70. 5 Click OK to finish creating the WLAN service. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.

  • Page 75: General Options

    Defining the WLAN Settings of AP Zones General Options You have completed creating your first WLAN. To create another WLAN, repeat Step Step 5. You can create up to six WLANs per AP zone. Figure 37. Configuring WLAN settings General Options •...

  • Page 76: Wlan Usage

    WPA2 are both encryption methods certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance and are the recommended encryption methods. The Wi-Fi Alliance will be mandating the removal of WEP due to its security vulnerabilities, and Ruckus Wireless recommends against using WEP if possible.
  • Page 77 Defining the WLAN Settings of AP Zones Encryption Options Algorithm (For WPA or WPA2 Encryption Only) • TKIP: This algorithm provides greater compatibility with older client devices, but retains many of the security weaknesses of WEP. Therefore, if you select TKIP encryption, 11n devices will be limited to 11g transfer rates.

  • Page 78: Options

    • Tunnel Mode: Select the Tunnel WLAN traffic to SCG check box to enable tunnel mode. Tunnel mode enables wireless clients to roam across different APs on different subnets. If the WLAN has clients that require uninterrupted wireless connection (for example, VoIP devices), Ruckus Wireless recommends enabling tunnel mode. Advanced Options •...
  • Page 79 Defining the WLAN Settings of AP Zones Advanced Options • VLAN: By default, all wireless clients associated with APs that the SCG is managing are segmented into a single VLAN (with VLAN ID 1). If you want to tag this WLAN traffic with a different VLAN ID, enter a valid VLAN ID (2-4094) in the box.

  • Page 80: Configuring Dhcp Option 43

    Remember to remove the curly brackets ({ }) that enclose the IP addresses. In addition, you can use FQDN host names in lieu of IP addresses. 6 Save the changes. 7 Restart the DHCP server to apply new settings. You have completed configuring DHCP option 43 on a Linux server. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 81 Configuring DHCP Option 43 Advanced Options Figure 38. Editing dhcpd.conf SmartCell Gateway 200 Getting Started Guide for Release 1.1.2 (GA), 800-70508-001 Rev C...

  • Page 82: Verifying That Wireless Clients Can Associate With A Managed Ap

    If you are able to connect to the Ruckus Wireless Web site, you have completed setting up the SCG on the network. Congratulations! What to Do Next For more information on configuring and managing the SCG, refer to the SmartCell Gateway 200 Administrator Guide, which is available for download on the Ruckus Wireless Support Web site at http://support.ruckuswireless.com.
  • Page 83 Index Numerics 802.11d encryption algorithm encryption options ESSID 13, 34, 50 ETH0 AAA server 13, 50 ETH1 AC power ETH2 ACLs ETH3 5, 31 administrative computer ETH4 Administrator Guide ETH5 54, 66 AP zone authentication options authentication server failover firmware version form factor front panel background scanning...
  • Page 84 WLAN name WLAN settings WLAN usage WPA2 2, 3 rack mount kit WPA-Mixed 57, 58 RADIUS RADIUS Accounting rate limiting rear panel redundant interfaces registration rule priority required hardware RJ45 serial port router Ruckus Wireless, Inc.
  • Page 85 Copyright © 2006-2013. Ruckus Wireless, Inc. 350 West Java Dr. Sunnyvale, CA 94089. USA www.ruckuswireless.com...

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