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  • Page 1 Moxa AirWorks AWK-5222 User’s Manual Edition 2.0, August 2016 www.moxa.com/product © 2016 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2 Moxa AirWorks AWK-5222 User’s Manual The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Copyright Notice © 2016 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks The MOXA logo is a registered trademark of Moxa Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............................1-1 Overview ............................1-2 Package Checklist ..........................1-2 Product Features ..........................1-2 Product Specifications ......................... 1-3 Functional Design ..........................1-5 LED Indicators ..........................1-5 Beeper ............................1-6 Reset Button ..........................1-6 Relay (Digital Output) ........................1-6 Antenna .............................
  • Page 4 Configuration by Web Browser with HTTPS/SSL ..................5-5 Disabling Telnet and Browser Access ..................... 5-6 References ............................6-1 Beacon .............................. 6-2 DTIM ..............................6-2 Fragment ............................6-2 RTS Threshold ............................ 6-2 STP and RSTP ............................ 6-2 The STP/RSTP Concept ........................ 6-2 Differences between RSTP and STP ....................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Moxa AirWorks AWK-5222 with dual-RF wireless capability allows wireless users to access network resources more reliably. The AWK-5222 is rated to operate at temperatures ranging from 0 to 60°C for standard models and -40 to 75°C for extended temperature models, and is rugged enough for any harsh industrial environment.

  • Page 6: Overview

    AWK-5222 Introduction Overview The AWK-5222 Access Point/Bridge and AP Client is ideal for applications that need a more reliable solution, and are hard to wire, too expensive to wire, or use mobile equipment that connects to a TCP/IP network. The AWK-5222 can operate at temperatures ranging from 0 to 60°C for standard models and -40 to 75°C for extended temperature models, and is rugged enough for any harsh industrial environment.

  • Page 7: Product Specifications

    AWK-5222 Introduction Product Specifications WLAN Interface Standards: IEEE 802.11a/b/g for Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11i for Wireless Security IEEE 802.3 for 10BaseT(X) IEEE 802.3u for 100BaseT(X) IEEE 802.3af for Power-over-Ethernet IEEE 802.1D for Spanning Tree Protocol IEEE 802.1w for Rapid STP IEEE 802.1Q for VLAN Spread Spectrum and Modulation (typical): •...
  • Page 8 AWK-5222 Introduction RX Sensitivity: 802.11b: -97 dBm @ 1 Mbps, -94 dBm @ 2 Mbps, -92 dBm @ 5.5 Mbps, -90 dBm @ 11 Mbps 802.11g: -93 dBm @ 6 Mbps, -91 dBm @ 9 Mbps, -90 dBm @ 12 Mbps, -88 dBm @ 18 Mbps, -84 dBm @ 24 Mbps, -80 dBm @ 36 Mbps, -76 dBm @ 48 Mbps, -74 dBm @ 54 Mbps 802.11a: -90 dBm @ 6 Mbps, -89 dBm @ 9 Mbps, -89 dBm @ 12 Mbps, -85 dBm @ 18 Mbps, -83 dBm @ 24 Mbps, -79...

  • Page 9: Functional Design

    AWK-5222 Introduction ATTENTION The AWK-5222 is NOT a portable mobile device and should be located at least 20 cm away from the human body. The AWK-5222 is NOT designed for the general public. To deploy AWK-5222s and establish a wireless network safely, a well-trained technician is required for installation.

  • Page 10: Beeper

    AWK-5222 Introduction ATTENTION When the LEDs for STATE (Green), FAULT, WLAN1 and WLAN2 all light up simultaneously and blink at one-second intervals, it means the system failed to boot. This may be due to improper operation or issues such as an unexpected shutdown during firmware update. To recover the firmware, refer to “Firmware Recovery”...

  • Page 11: Antenna

    AWK-5222 Introduction Antenna Position B Position A Main1 Main2 If you need to improve the performance of the Main1 and Main2 antennas, you can connect additional antennas to the side panel of the AWK-5222 using an antenna cable (Position A: AUX1 and Position B: AUX2). The default antenna for the AWK-5222 is a 2 dBi, dual-band omni-directional antenna, RP-SMA (male).

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter explains how to install Moxa’s AirWorks AWK-5222 for the first time, quickly set up your wireless network, and test whether the connection is running well. The function guide helps you find the functions that you need easily.

  • Page 13: First-Time Installation And Configuration

    AWK-5222 Getting Started First-Time Installation and Configuration Before installing the AWK-5222, make sure that all items in the Package Checklist are in the box. In addition, you will need access to a notebook computer or PC equipped with an Ethernet port. The AWK-5222 has a default IP address that you must use when connecting to the device for the first time.

  • Page 14: Communication Testing

    AWK-5222 Getting Started NOTE Clicking on Submit will apply your changes and refresh the web page. The string “(Updated)” and a blinking reminder will appear on the upper-right corner of web page as shown below: To make the changes effective, click Restart and then Save and Restart after you change the settings. The AWK-5222 will take about 30 seconds to complete the restart process.
  • Page 15 AWK-5222 Getting Started Testing Method for two or more AWK-5222s If you have two or more AWK-5222s, you will need a second notebook computer (B) equipped with an Ethernet port. Use the default settings for the first AWK-5222 connected to notebook A and change the second or third AWK-5222 connected to notebook B to Client mode.

  • Page 16: Function Map

    AWK-5222 Getting Started Function Map The management functions are categorized in a tree and shown in the left field of the web-based management console. You can efficiently locate the function you need with the following guiding map. A quick overview of the AWK-5222’s status Basic settings for administering the AWK-5222 Essential settings related to establishing a wireless network...

  • Page 17: Web Console Configuration

    Web Console Configuration In this chapter, we explain each item in the web-based configuration and management tool. Moxa’s easy-to-use functions will help you set up your AWK-5222 as well as establish and maintain your wireless network easily. The following topics are covered in this chapter: ...

  • Page 18: Configuration By Web Browser

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Configuration by Web Browser Moxa AWK-5222’s web browser interface provides a convenient way to modify its configuration and access the ® built-in monitoring and network administration functions. The recommended web browser is Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher with JVM (Java Virtual Machine) installed. NOTE To use the AWK-5222’s management and monitoring functions from a PC host connected to the same LAN as the AWK-5222, you must make sure that the PC host and AWK-5222 are on the same logical subnet.

  • Page 19: Overview

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration In the following paragraphs, we will go through each of the AWK-5222’s management functions in detail. You can also get a quick overview of these functions in the “Function Guiding Map” section of Chapter 2. NOTE The model name of the AWK-5222 is shown as AWK-5222-XX where XX indicates the country code.

  • Page 20: Basic Settings

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Basic Settings The Basic Settings group includes the most commonly used settings required by administrators to maintain and control the AWK-5222. System Info Settings The System Info items, especially Device name and Device description, are displayed and included on the Overview page, SNMP information, and alarm emails.

  • Page 21: Time Settings

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration IP configuration Setting Description Factory Default DHCP The AWK-5222’s IP address will be assigned automatically by Static the network’s DHCP server Static Set up the AWK-5222’s IP address manually. IP address Setting Description Factory Default AWK-5222’s IP address Identifies the AWK-5222 on a TCP/IP network. 192.168.127.253 Subnet mask Setting...

  • Page 22: Wireless Settings

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration NOTE The AWK-5222 has a real time clock (RTC). Users are strongly recommended to update the Local time for the AWK-5222 after initial setup or long-term shutdown, especially when the network does not have an Internet connection for accessing the NTP server or there is no NTP server on the LAN.
  • Page 23 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Wireless Redundancy In traditional architectures, most vendors only provide a single RF AP and Client, in which the AP connects one or more Clients to the network. Since the AP and Client are connected by a single RF connection, if the RF connection is disconnected the system or network behind the Client will be disconnected, too.
  • Page 24 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration The following figure shows the Wireless Redundancy operation mode: WLAN Operation mode Setting Description Factory Default Redundant AP AP with Dual RF redundancy capable of serving dual RF clients. Redundant AP Redundant Client Dual RF redundant clients can join dual RF redundant APs.
  • Page 25 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Wireless Bridge A bridge is a network component that connects two networks. AWK-5222’s bridge operation is based on the AP (master) and Client (Slave) concept. Both sides of the connection must have the same RF type, SSID, and security settings.

  • Page 26: Wlan1/Wlan2

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration The following table lists the combinations for AP-Client’s WLANs: WLAN 1 WLAN 2 Allowable Setting Allow Client Allow Client Client Do not allow Client Allow WLAN1/WLAN2 Some applications already have existing Clients in the environment. The AWK-5222 not only can carry dual RF clients, but also single RF or existing Clients to the Ethernet LAN.
  • Page 27 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration After Edit is selected, you can select Enable or Disable in AP functionality. AP functionality Setting Description Factory Default Disable Redundant AP cannot serve non-redundant Clients. Disable Enable Redundant AP can server non-redundant Clients. Wireless Bridge Mode’s Master You are allowed to edit this AP functionality to Enable or Disable on the basic wireless settings page.
  • Page 28 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration AP functionality Setting Description Factory Default Disable Master can only serve a single slave. Disable Enable Master can serve single RF clients. Basic Wireless Setting The following figure shows the Basic Wireless Settings page. The parameters and options are described as follows: NOTE Please note that WLAN 1’s RF type supports 802.11b/g mode only;...

  • Page 29: Wlan Security Settings

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration NOTE If your device uses redundant Client, Client, or Slave mode, you can find an additional Site Survey button on basic wireless settings page. The button supports site survey and pops up a dialog box listing the information for available APs, as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 30 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Security mode Setting Description Factory Default Open No authentication Open Static WEP is used WPA is used WPA2 Fully supports IEEE802.11i with “TKIP/AES + 802.1X” Open For security reasons, it is highly recommended that the security mode should be set to the options other than Open System.
  • Page 31 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Authentication type Setting Description Factory Default Open Data encryption is enabled, but no authentication. Open Shared Data encryption and authentication are both enabled. Key type Setting Description Factory Default Specifies WEP keys in hex-decimal number form ASCII Specifies WEP keys in ASCII form Key length...
  • Page 32 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration WPA Type Setting Description Factory Default Personal Provides Pre-Shared Key-enabled WPA and WPA2 Personal Enterprise Provides enterprise-level security for WPA and WPA2 Encryption method Setting Description Factory Default TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol is enabled TKIP Advance Encryption System is enabled Mixed* Provides TKIP broadcast key and TKIP+AES unicast key for...
  • Page 33 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration WPA Type Setting Description Factory Default Personal Provides Pre-Shared Key-enabled WPA and WPA2 Personal Enterprise Provides enterprise-level security for WPA and WPA2 Encryption method Setting Description Factory Default TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol is enabled TKIP Advance Encryption System is enabled Mixed* Provides TKIP broadcast key and TKIP+AES unicast key for...
  • Page 34 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration EAP Protocol Setting Description Factory Default Specifies Transport Layer Security protocol Specifies Tunneled Transport Layer Security TTLS PEAP Specifies Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol, or Protected EAP Before choosing the EAP protocol for your WPA/WPA2-Enterpise settings on the client end, please contact the network administrator to make sure the system supports the protocol on the AP end.
  • Page 35 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration As you can see, digital certificates are still needed for the outer authentication in a simplified form. Only a small number of certificates are required, which can be generated by a small certificate authority. Certificate reduction makes TTLS and PEAP much more popular than EAP-TLS. The AWK-5222 provides some non-cryptographic EAP methods including PAP, CHAP, MS-CHAP, and MS-CHAP-V2.
  • Page 36 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration PEAP There are a few differences in the inner authentication procedures for TTLS and PEAP. TTLS uses the encrypted channel to exchange attribute-value pairs (AVPs), while PEAP uses the encrypted channel to start a second EAP exchange inside of the tunnel.

  • Page 37: Advanced Wireless Settings

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Advanced Wireless Settings Additional wireless-related parameters are presented in this section to help you set up your wireless network in detail. Transmission Rate Setting Description Factory Default Auto AWK-5222 will sense and adjust the data rate automatically Auto Available rates User can manually select a target transmission data rate...
  • Page 38 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration RTS threshold Setting Description Factory Default RTS/CTS Threshold This setting determines how large a packet can be before the 2346 (256-2346) Access Point coordinates transmission and reception to ensure efficient communication NOTE You can refer to the related glossaries in Chapter 5 for more detailed information about the above-mentioned settings.

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

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration When Turbo Roaming is enabled, RF type and Scan channels will be shown as follows. RF type shows the current RF type, which this client is using now. You can set up Scan channels for the APs among which this client is going to roam.

  • Page 40: Advanced Settings

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration NOTE The WLAN certificate will remain after the AWK-5222 reboots. Even though it is expired, it can still be seen on Current Certificate. Advanced Settings Several advanced functions are available to increase the functionality of your AWK-5222 and wireless network system.
  • Page 41 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration You can check the IP assignment status under Status  DHCP Client List. DHCP server (AP only) Setting Description Factory Default Enable Enables AWK-5222 as a DHCP server Disable Disable Disable DHCP server function Default gateway Setting Description Factory Default...

  • Page 42: Packet Filters

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Packet Filters The AWK-5222 includes various filters for IP-based packets going through LAN and WLAN interfaces. You can set these filters as a firewall to help enhance network security. MAC Filter The AWK-5222’s MAC filter is a policy-based filter that can allow or filter out IP-based packets with specified MAC addresses.
  • Page 43 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Enable Setting Description Factory Default Enable Enables IP protocol filter Disable Disable Disables IP protocol filter Policy Setting Description Factory Default Accept Only the packets fitting the entities on the list can be allowed Drop Drop Any packet fitting the entities on the list will be denied ATTENTION Be careful when you enable the filter function:...

  • Page 44: Rstp Settings (For Master Or Slave Mode Only)

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Policy Setting Description Factory Default Accept Only the packets fitting the entities on list can be allowed. Drop Drop Any packet fitting the entities on list will be denied. ATTENTION Be careful when you enable the filter function: Drop + “no entity on list is activated”...
  • Page 45 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Forwarding delay Setting Description Factory Default Numerical value input The amount of time this device waits before checking to see if it 15 (seconds) by user should change to a different topology. (4 – 30 seconds) Max.

  • Page 46: Snmp Agent

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration SNMP Agent The AWK-5222 supports SNMP V1/V2c/V3. SNMP V1 and SNMP V2c use a community string match for authentication, which means that SNMP servers access all objects with read-only or read/write permissions using the community string public/private (default value). SNMP V3, which requires you to select an authentication level of MD5 or SHA, is the most secure protocol.
  • Page 47 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Read community (for V1, V2c, V3 or V1, V2c) Setting Description Factory Default Read Community Use a community string match with a maximum of 31 public characters for authentication. This means that the SNMP agent can access all objects with read-only permissions using this community string.

  • Page 48: Storm Protection

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Storm Protection In general, one host should not be allowed to occupy unlimited bandwidth, particularly when the device malfunctions. For example, so-called “broadcast storms” could be caused by an incorrectly configured topology or a malfunctioning device. Storm Protection Setting Description...

  • Page 49: Syslog

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration System-related events Event is triggered when… System restart (warm start) The AWK-5222 is rebooted, such as when its settings are changed (IP address, subnet mask, etc.). Network-related events Event is triggered when… LAN 1 or LAN 2 link on The LAN port is connected to a device or network.

  • Page 50: E-Mail

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Syslog Server Settings You can configure the parameters for your Syslog servers in this page. Syslog server 1/ 2/ 3 Setting Description Factory Default IP address Enter the IP address of the 1st/ 2nd/ 3rd Syslog Server None Syslog port Setting...

  • Page 51: Relay

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration E-mail Server Settings You can set up to 4 e-mail addresses to receive alarm emails from the AWK-5222. The following parameters can be configured on the E-mail Server Settings page. In addition, a Send Test Mail button can be used to test whether the Mail server and e-mail addresses work well.

  • Page 52: Trap

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Relay Event Types You can check the box for Active to enable the event items. All default values are deactivated (unchecked). Details for each event item can be found in the “System log Event Types” table on page 3-31. Trap Traps can be used to signal abnormal conditions (notifications) to a management station.
  • Page 53 AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Trap Event Types SNMP Trap Receiver Settings SNMP traps are defined in SMIv1 MIBs (SNMPv1) and SMIv2 MIBs (SNMPv2c). The two styles are basically equivalent, and it is possible to convert between the two. You can set the parameters for SNMP trap receivers through the web page.

  • Page 54: Status

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration 1st / 2nd Trap server IP/name Setting Description Factory Default IP address or host Enter the IP address or name of the trap server used by your None name network. 1st / 2nd Trap community Setting Description Factory Default Max.

  • Page 55: Associated Client List (For Redundant Ap, Ap, Or Master Mode Only)

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Associated Client List (for Redundant AP, AP, or Master mode only) Associated Client List shows all the clients that are currently associated to a particular AWK-5222. You can click Select all to select all the content in the list for further editing. You can click Refresh to refresh the list. DHCP Client List (for AP mode only) When you enable the DHCP server, the DHCP Client List shows all the clients that require and have successfully...

  • Page 56: System Log

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration System Log Triggered events are recorded in System Log. You can export the log contents to an available viewer by clicking Export Log. You can use the Clear Log button to clear the log contents and the Refresh button to refresh the log.

  • Page 57: Di And Power Status

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration DI and Power Status The status of power inputs and digital inputs is shown on this web page. The status will refresh every 5 seconds if the Auto refresh box is checked. Maintenance Maintenance functions provide the administrator with tools to manage the AWK-5222 and wired/wireless networks.

  • Page 58: Firmware Upgrade

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration If the node and access path are available, you will see that all packets were successfully transmitted with no loss. Otherwise, some, or even all, packets may get lost, as shown in the following figure. Firmware Upgrade The AWK-5222 can be enhanced with more value-added functions by installing firmware upgrades.

  • Page 59: Load Factory Default

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Load Factory Default Use this function to reset the AWK-5222 and roll all settings back to the factory default values. You can also reset the hardware by pressing the reset button on the top panel of the AWK-5222. Password You can change the administration password for each of the AWK-5222’s console managers by using the Password function.

  • Page 60: Save Configuration

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration Save Configuration The following figure shows how the AWK-5222 stores the setting changes into volatile and non-volatile memory. All data stored in volatile memory will disappear when the AWK-5222 is shutdown or rebooted unless they are y.

  • Page 61: Logout

    AWK-5222 Web Console Configuration You will not be able to run any of the AWK-5222’s functions while the system is rebooting. Logout Logout helps users disconnect the current HTTP or HTTPS session and go to the Login page. For security reasons, we recommend you logout before quitting the console manager.

  • Page 62: Software Installation/Configuration

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

  • Page 63: Overview

    AWK-5222 Software Installation/Configuration Overview The Wireless Search Utility can be downloaded from the Moxa website at www.moxa.com. Wireless Search Utility Installing Wireless Search Utility Once the Wireless Search Utility is downloaded, run the setup executable to start the installation. 1. Click Next on the Welcome screen to proceed with the installation.
  • Page 64 AWK-5222 Software Installation/Configuration 2. Click Next to install program files in the default directory, or click Browse to select an alternate location. 3. Click Next to create and place the program’s shortcut files in the default directory, or click Browse to specify a different location.
  • Page 65 AWK-5222 Software Installation/Configuration 4. Click Next to select additional tasks. 5. Click Next to proceed with the installation. The installer then displays a summary of the installation options. 6. Click Install to begin the installation. The setup window will report the progress of the installation. To change the installation settings, click Back and navigate to the previous screen.

  • Page 66: Configuring Wireless Search Utility

    AWK-5222 Software Installation/Configuration 7. Click Finish to complete the installation of Wireless Search Utility. Configuring Wireless Search Utility The Broadcast Search function is used to locate all AWK-5222 APs that are connected to the same LAN as your computer. After locating an AWK-5222, you will be able to change its IP address. Since the Broadcast Search function searches by TCP packet and not IP address, it doesn’t matter if the AWK-5222 is configured as an AP or Client.
  • Page 67 AWK-5222 Software Installation/Configuration 3. To search for devices, open the Wireless Search Utility and click the Search icon. The “Searching” window indicates the progress of the search. When the search is complete, all AWKs that were located will be displayed in the Wireless Search Utility window.
  • Page 68 AWK-5222 Software Installation/Configuration Click Locate to cause the selected device to beep. Make sure the device is unlocked before using the other functions of the search utility. The device will unlock automatically if the password is set to the default. Otherwise you must enter the new password manually.
  • Page 69 AWK-5222 Software Installation/Configuration ATTENTION For security purposes, we suggest changing the default password of the Wireless Search Utility login. To modify the configuration of the selected device, click on the Web icon. This will take you to the web console, where you can make all configuration changes. Refer to Chapter 3, “Using the Web Console,” for information on using the web console.
  • Page 70 AWK-5222 Software Installation/Configuration Click on Telnet if you would like to use telnet to configure your devices. Click Assign IP to change the IP setting.
  • Page 71 AWK-5222 Software Installation/Configuration The three advanced options available under the Tools menu—Search, Connection, and Miscellaneous—are explained below: Search Retry count (default=5): Use this option to set the number of times a search will be automatically retried. Retry interval (ms): The time interval between retries. Connection Connection timeout (secs): Use this option to set the waiting time for the Default Login, Locate, Assign IP, Upload Firmware...
  • Page 72 AWK-5222 Software Installation/Configuration Misc. Search on start: Select this option if you would like the search function to start searching for devices after you log in to the Wireless Search Utility. 4-11...

  • Page 73: Other Console Configurations

    Other Console Configurations This chapter explains how to access the AWK-5222 for the first time. In addition to HTTP access, there are four ways to access AWK-5222: serial console, Telnet console, SSH console, and HTTPS console. The serial console connection method, which requires using a short serial cable to connect the AWK-5222 to a PC’s COM port, can be used if you do not know the AWK-5222’s IP address.

  • Page 74: Rs-232 Console Configuration (115200, None, 8, 1, Vt100)

    AWK-5222 Other Console Configurations ATTENTION 1. You CANNOT connect to the AWK-5222 by using two or more of these console configurations simultaneously. 2. You can connect to the AWK-5222 simultaneously by web browser and serial/ Telnet /SSH console. However, we strongly suggest that you do NOT use more than one connection method at the same time. Following this advice will allow you to maintain better control over the configuration of your AWK-5222.
  • Page 75 AWK-5222 Other Console Configurations 3. The Communication Parameter page of the Property window opens. Select the appropriate COM port for Console Connection, 115200 for Baud Rate, 8 for Data Bits, None for Parity, and 1 for Stop Bits. 4. Click on the Terminal tab, and select VT100 (or ANSI) for Terminal Type. Click on OK to continue. 5.

  • Page 76: Configuration By Telnet And Ssh Consoles

    AWK-5222 Other Console Configurations ATTENTION If you unplug the RS-232 cable or trigger DTR, a disconnection event will be evoked to enforce logout for network security. You will need to log in again to resume operation. Configuration by Telnet and SSH Consoles You may use Telnet or SSH client to access the AWK-5222 and manage the console over a network.

  • Page 77: Configuration By Web Browser With Https/Ssl

    AWK-5222 Other Console Configurations Configuration by Web Browser with HTTPS/SSL To secure your HTTP access, the AWK-5222 supports HTTPS/SSL encryption for all HTTP traffic. Perform the following steps to access the AWK-5222’s web browser interface via HTTPS/SSL. 1. Open your web browser and type https://<AWK-5222’s IP address> in the address field. Press Enter to establish the connection.

  • Page 78: Disabling Telnet And Browser Access

    AWK-5222 Other Console Configurations Disabling Telnet and Browser Access If you are connecting the AWK-5222 to a public network but do not intend to use its management functions over the network, then we suggest disabling both Telnet Console and Web Configuration. Please run Maintenance ...

  • Page 79: References

    References This chapter provides more detailed information about wireless-related technologies. The information in this chapter can help you administer your AWK-5222s and plan your industrial wireless network better. The following topics are covered in this chapter:  Beacon  DTIM ...

  • Page 80: Beacon

    AWK-5222 References Beacon A beacon is a packet broadcast by the AP to keep the network synchronized. A beacon includes the wireless LAN service area, the AP address, the Broadcast destination address, a time stamp, Delivery Traffic Indicator Maps (DTIM), and the Traffic Indicator Message (TIM). Beacon Interval indicates the frequency interval of AP. DTIM Delivery Traffic Indication Map (DTIM) is contained in beacon frames.

  • Page 81: Differences Between Rstp And Stp

    AWK-5222 References Differences between RSTP and STP RSTP is similar to STP, but includes additional information in the BPDUs that allow each bridge to confirm that it has taken action to prevent loops from forming when it decides to enable a link to a neighboring bridge. Adjacent bridges connected via point-to-point links will be able to enable a link without waiting to ensure that all other bridges in the network have had time to react to the change.

  • Page 82: Supporting Information

    Supporting Information This chapter presents additional information about this manual and product. You can also learn how to contact Moxa for technical support. The following topics are covered in this chapter:  About This User’s Manual  DoC (Declaration of Conformity) ...

  • Page 83: About This User's Manual

    AWK-5222 Supporting Information About This User’s Manual This manual is mainly designed for, but no limited to, the following hardware and firmware for the AWK-5222: • Hardware Revision: • Firmware Version: You are strongly recommended to visit Moxa’s website (http://www.moxa.com) and find the latest product datasheet, firmware, QIG (Quick Installation Guide), UM (User’s Manual) and related information.

  • Page 84: R&Tte Compliance Statement

    AWK-5222 Supporting Information FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example – use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 85 AWK-5222 Supporting Information Connect to the AWK-5222’s RS-232 console with 115200bps and N-8-1. You will see the following message shown on the terminal emulator every one second. Press Ctrl - C and the following message will appear. Enter 2 to change the network setting. Specify where the AWK-5222’s firmware file on the TFTP server and press y to write the settings into flash memory.

  • Page 86: Technical Support Contact Information

    AWK-5222 Supporting Information Select 0 in the sub-menu to load the firmware image via LAN, and then enter the file name of the firmware to start the firmware recovery. Technical Support Contact Information Customer satisfaction is our number one concern, and to ensure that customers receive the full benefit of our products, Moxa Internet Services has been set up to provide technical support, driver updates, product information, certification status, installation guide and user’s manual updates.

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