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  • Page 1 N.Power Hi-Power Wireless-N PoE AP Router User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 This product contains some codes from GPL. In compliance with GPL agreement, AirLive will publish the GPL codes on our website. Please go to www.airlive.com and go to the "Support → GPL" menu to download source code AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 3: Fcc Statement

    This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. © 2011, OvisLink Corporation. All rights reserved.. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    1.4.2 AP mode ......................3 1.4.3 Client Mode ....................4 1.4.4 WDS Bridge Mode ..................4 1.4.5 WDS Repeater Mode...................5 2. Installing the N.Power ................6 2.1 Before You Start ...................6 2.2 Package Content .................6 2.3 Knowing your N.Power ................7 2.4 Hardware Installation ................8 2.4.1 Passive PoE Installation ................10...
  • Page 5 5.2.2 Add DHCP Static Lease Client..............49 5.3 Time Settings ..................49 5.4 Password Settings ................50 5.5 Power Saving (Green AP)..............50 5.6 Firmware Upgrade ................51 5.7 Configuration Save and Restore............52 5.8 Factory Default ..................52 5.9 Status Menu ..................52 5.9.1 Device Information..................52 AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 6 8.2.3 WDS Settings ....................77 9. Emergency Firmware Recovery .............79 10. Frequent Asked Questions ..............81 11. Specifications..................84 11.1 Hardware Features ................84 11.1.1 General Hardware Feature ..............84 11.1.2 Power Supply...................84 11.1.3 Dimension and Weight ................84 11.2 Radio Specifications.................85 11.2.1 Frequency Band..................85 AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 11.2.2 Rate and Modulation................85 11.2.3 TX Output Power ..................85 11.2.4 Receiver Sensitivity..................86 11.2.5 Supported WLAN Mode ................86 11.3 Software Features................86 12. Wireless Network Glossary..............88 AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    PoE port for installations in places that have no nearby access to electricity.Please take notice of the following features: The N.Power can support 12V on its passive PoE port. You will need to purchase a passive PoE Injector (PoE-1P) separately. For more information, please read section 2.4.1.

  • Page 9: Features

    The N.Power can perform as a multi-function wireless device. Through the AirLogic web interface, users can easily select which wireless mode they wish the N.Power to perform. The N.Power can be configured to operate in the following wireless operation modes:...

  • Page 10: Router Mode

    1.4.2 AP mode When operating in the Access Point mode, the N.Power becomes the center hub of the wireless network. All wireless cards and clients connect and communicate through N.Power. This type of network is known as “Infrastructure network”. Other N.Power or 802.11 b/g/n devices can connect to AP mode through Client Mode.

  • Page 11: Client Mode

    1.4.3 Client Mode The N.Power acts as if it is a wireless adapter to connect with a remote Access Point. Users can attach a computer or a router to the LAN port of N.Power to get network access. 1.4.4 WDS Bridge Mode This mode is best used when you want to connect LAN networks together wirelessly (for example, between office and warehouse).

  • Page 12: Wds Repeater Mode

    1.4.5 WDS Repeater Mode The purpose of repeater is to extend the wireless signal of the remote AP/Router. N.Power, the AP mode and the Router mode also turn it to “WDS Repeater mode.” You can Both sides must support WDS find the WDS settings in the “Wireless Settings”...

  • Page 13: Installing The N.power

    Please use a 12V passive POE system with N.Power’s passive POE port. Do not use 802.3af 48V system or PoE switch with this device. To protect the N.Power USB port from damage, please turn off the power when plugging in or pulling out USB device from the USB port.

  • Page 14: Knowing Your N.power

    2. Installing the N.Power 2.3 Knowing your N.Power Below are descriptions and diagrams of the product: Antenna Connector Power Adapter Connector WAN Port LAN Ports (LAN1 for Passive PoE Port) Reset Button WPS Button USB Port (For USB Storage Use)

  • Page 15: Hardware Installation

    2. Installing the N.Power LED Indicators 2.4 Hardware Installation .1. Please install the antennas by turning clock wise into the RF antenna connectors 2. Now connect the power adapter to the N.Power AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 16 2. Installing the N.Power 3. Connect the Ethernet cable to one of the LAN port and the other end to your PC. 4. If you have broadband connection, please connect the Internet cable to “WAN port”. 5. Open your browser and type “192.168.1.254” to access the web management interface.

  • Page 17: Passive Poe Installation

    If you want to supply the power by using Passive PoE, please follow the installation diagram below. Please note that the passive DC Injector is not included with N.Power, it needs to be purchased separately (AirLive Model: PoE-1P). N.Power uses 12V passive PoE system, it doesn’t work with 802.3af PoE switch or 48V PoE Kit.

  • Page 18: Wall Mount Installation

    Then install 2 screws in the desire location with the measured distance apart from each other. Please do not screw all the way in, leave some space for mounting with the N.Power 2. Now please hang the N.Power on those 2 screws. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Led Table

    2. Installing the N.Power 2.5 LED Table This section describes the LED behavior of N.Power. You can find the LED on the top side of the N.Power. WPS (Power) Steady Blue – Normal Operation Slow Flashing: WPS Surveying OFF – No Power...

  • Page 20: Configuring The N.power

    For instruction on how to configure the FTP function, please go to Chapter 4.3 3.2 Prepare your PC The N.Power can be managed remotely by a PC through either the wired or wireless network. The default IP address of the N.Power is 192.168.1.254 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0.

  • Page 21: Introduction To Web Management

    IP address in the web browser. Most functions of N.Power can be accessed by it. If you are placing the N.Power behind router or firewall, you might need to open the port 80 at virtual server on your firewall/router. This procedure is not necessary in most cases unless there is a router/firewall between your PC and N.Power.

  • Page 22: Web Menu Structure

    3. Configuring the N.Power 3.3.2 Web Menu Structure We recommend users to browse through N.Power’s web management interface to get an overall picture of the functions and interface. After you enter the Web configuration, the following screen will appear: Internet Settings Language Selection Internet Settings: When you choose Router mode, the “Internet Settings”...

  • Page 23: Configuration Wizard

    3. Configuring the N.Power 3.4 Configuration Wizard The configuration Wizard is the first screen you will see after you login. It will ask you a few questions to setup your wireless and broadband connection quickly. Step 1: Please enter your own SSID and Encryption Key. The default encryption type is WPA2-PSK (AES).

  • Page 24: Change Operation Mode

    When you change from Router mode to other modes, the DHCP server will be turned off. In this case, you must manually configure your PC’s IP address to the same subnet as the N.Power. Likewise, when you change from other modes to Router mode, the DHCP server will be turned on. Mode Change...

  • Page 25: Change Regulatory Domain

    1. PBC (Push Button Communication) using hardware or software: Push WPS buttons on both AP and Client site, the WPS connection will connect automatically. You can find N.Power’s WPS Push button on the back of the router. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 26: Ap And Router Modes

    3.7.1 AP and Router Modes Example1: Using Hardware Push button Please push WPS button directly on the back of the N.Power. The “WPS” LED flash will light and the N.Power will start to survey the client’s WPS signal in the current environment.
  • Page 27 3. Configuring the N.Power Example 2: WPS Using PIN Please login N.Power’s Web UI. Select Wireless Setting WPS Setting. In the WPS Progress, select “PIN” then “Apply.” You will get a PIN Code. PIN Code Then, please turn on the utility of your wireless network card. Choose WPS mode to “Registrar”...

  • Page 28: Client Mode

    Please push WPS button directly on the back of the device. The “WPS” LED flash will light and the N.Power will start to survey the AP’s WPS signal in the current environment. Within two minutes, please push WPS button on your AP device, the connection will automatic successfully.
  • Page 29 3. Configuring the N.Power Copy PIN Code Under AP site, Select Wireless Setting WPS Setting. Choose WPS mode to “PIN” then enter the PIN Code click “Apply” and the connection will automatically configure. Enter PIN Code AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 30: Configuration: Router Mode

    Chapter 1.5 and Chapter 3’s “Introduction to Web Management”. 4.1 Application for Router Mode The router mode is the main operation mode of the N.Power. In this mode, you can share your Internet connection both wired and wirelessly. The NAT is applied for IP Sharing function from your WAN port to the LAN ports and wireless interface.

  • Page 31: Setup Wizard

    WPA2-PSK(AES). The encryption key should be at least 8 alphanumeric characters. Step 2: Now, please choose the WAN type and enter your account information. If you are not sure about setup information, please ask your ISP for parameters. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 32: Wan Setting

    Please consult with your ISP settings to check if setting the TTL is required. In most cases, it is not. If it is required, please enable TTL then enter the value in the below field. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Virtual Server

    You might need to enable this function and enter your PC’s MAC address here. Enable UPnP: Enable universal plug and play Enable Response to PING: Please enable this if you want N.Power to response to remote PING command Enable Remote Management: Enable this option for remote access of the web management interface.

  • Page 34: Dmz

    For a list of most frequent used TCP and UDP ports. Please visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_TCP_and_UDP_port_numbers 4.2.4 DMZ Internet Settings -> DMZ DMZ opens all TCP/UDP ports to particular IP address on the LAN side. It is used mostly for setting gaming servers behind the N.Power. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 35: Url Filtering

    4. Configuration: Router Mode 4.2.5 URL Filtering Internet Settings -> URL Filtering The N.Power provides URL filter function to stop access to certain website. It is useful for parents to stop children from accessing some websites. 4.2.6 MAC Filtering Internet Settings -> MAC Filtering MAC filter can filter out traffic from certain MAC addresses.

  • Page 36: Ip Filtering

    Dynamic Domain Name System. An algorithm that allows the use of dynamic IP address for hosting Internet Server. A DDNS service provides each user account with a domain name. The N.Power support “Dyndns.org”, “zoneedit.com” and “no-ip.com” service. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 37: Static Route

    Static Route allows you to setup the routing table manually. 4.3 FTP Function The N.Power’s USB port supports file sharing through FTP function. You can plug in the USB storage into the USB port for quick file sharing with your friends and family. Before you start, please notice the following requirements and restrictions for FTP function.
  • Page 38 2121. The LAN FTP Link will become ftp://192.168.1.254:2121. Internet Link: The N.Power will automatically display the Internet FTP link so you can copy and email to your friends for access. This link is for FTP access via Internet.
  • Page 39 Directory: This will determine the sharing directory for N.Power. You can enter the path manually (it starts with “/media/”), or click on the “Browse” button to choose the directory. The N.Power can read into 5 levels of directory depth. Browse: You can choose a directory to share by using file browser. Please click on the “Directory Icon”...

  • Page 40: Wireless Settings Menu

    Please note that using the wrong Regulatory Domain is strictly prohibited. If you live inside EU, you must use the ETSI Regulatory Domain. If you live in United States, you must use FCC domain. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 41: Multiple Ssid

    4.4.2 Multiple SSID Wireless Settings -> Multiple SSID Multiple SSID allows N.Power to create up to 4 different wireless networks (SSID). It is also known as “Virtual AP” function. Each SSID can have its Encryption policy. The SSID1 is the main SSID under Wireless Setting page.

  • Page 42: Wireless Security

    However, if you wish to choose your own scheme for your wireless security settings encryption scheme, the N.Power offers various type of encryption including WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA, WPA2, WPA2-PSK encryptions method. In general, the WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK are the most popular and secured encryption scheme.

  • Page 43: Access Control

    4.4.5 Access Control Wireless Settings -> Access Control The N.Power allows you to define a list of MAC addresses that are allowed or denied to access the wireless network. This function is available only for Access Point and AP Router modes. This function is available only for Access Point and Gateway modes.

  • Page 44: Bandwidth Control

    4.4.6 Bandwidth Control Wireless Settings -> Bandwidth Control The N.Power can limit the bandwidth by IP address or MAC address. Please first enable the Bandwidth Control, and then select IP Control or MAC Control. Enable Bandwidth Control: Check this box and press “Apply Change” to enable bandwidth control IP Control: To limit the bandwidth of one single IP address.

  • Page 45: Associated Client

    The use of long Guard Interval may perform better in interference or multipath environment. However, it can reduce the performance. MCS (Modulation and Code Scheme): MCS level for the 11n mode. It is recommended to leave it at Auto. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 46 Fragmentation Threshold. RTS Threshold: RTS/CTS frames are used to gain control of the medium for transmission. Any unicast (data or control) frames larger than specified RTS threshold must be transmitted following the RTS/CTS handshake exchange mechanism. The AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 47: Wmm Settings

    ACK timeout. In most conditions, please do not change the Tx and Rx Acktimeout value. The N.Power’s default value is correct in most cases. 4.4.9 WMM Settings Wireless Settings -> WMM Settings Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is a standard to prioritize traffic for multimedia applications.
  • Page 48 If an access point detects that the medium is in use, it uses the DCF random backoff timer to determine the amount of time to wait before attempting to access a given channel again. Each access point waits some random period of time between retries. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 49 We recommend that you use the default settings on the WMM QoS page. Changing these values can lead to unexpected blockages of traffic on your wireless LAN, and the blockages might be difficult to diagnose. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 50: Wds Settings (Repeater)

    This is known as WDS Repeater function. Enable this setting to allow remote WDS equipped AP to extend the wireless signal of N.Power. Up to 4 WDS repeaters can be connect with N.Power. WDS works by entering the wireless MAC addresses (also known as BSSID) of remote Access Points.

  • Page 51: Wps Settings

    4.4.11 WPS Settings Example1: Using Hardware Push button Please push WPS button directly on the back of the N.Power. The “WPS” LED flash will light and the N.Power will start to survey the client’s WPS signal in the current environment.
  • Page 52 4. Configuration: Router Mode Example 2: WPS Using PIN Please login N.Power’s Web UI. Select Wireless Setting WPS Setting. In the WPS Progress, select “PIN” then “Apply.” You will get a PIN Code. PIN Code Then, please turn on the utility of your wireless network card. Choose WPS mode to “Registrar”...
  • Page 53 4. Configuration: Router Mode AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 54: System Configuration And Status Menu

    Web Management” first. 5.1 Menu Structure When you click on the “System Configuration” menu on the top menu bar, the following screen will appear. The system configuration includes all non-wireless settings. We will explain their functions here. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 55: Lan Interface Setup

    DHCP Client Range: You can define the IP pool from which the DHCP clients can get IP address. Click on “Show Clients” to see the current DHCP client table. Lease Time: You can define how long the N.Power will reserve IP address for a particular PC or Devices here.

  • Page 56: Add Dhcp Static Lease Client

    5.3 Time Settings System Configuration ->Time Settings You can set the N.Power’s internal system clock by 2 methods. First is to enter the time manually. Second is to set the time by NTP server. We strongly recommend setting the time by NTP server because it will sync the time with remote server even after power recycling.

  • Page 57: Password Settings

    System Configuration -> Power Saving The power saving scheduling function allows user to define the wireless service time and output power level. It can be used to conserve the energy of your AP. Please remember to set the time first AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 58: Firmware Upgrade

    (or click Browse to locate the firmware file). Next, Click the Apply button to start. The new firmware will be loaded to your N.Power. After a message appears telling you that the operation is completed, you need to reset the system to have the new firmware take effect.

  • Page 59: Configuration Save And Restore

    5.8 Factory Default System Configuration -> Factory Default You can reset the configuration of your N.Power to the factory default settings. 5.9 Status Menu 5.9.1 Device Information From this menu, you can know the Firmware version, System Up time, IP and MAC addresses, and check whether the USB Storage is connected.

  • Page 60: Statistic

    5. System Configuration and Status Menu 5.9.2 Statistic The Statistic menu displays the memory status, WAN traffic, LAN traffic, and WLAN traffic conditions. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 61: Client Table

    5.9.3 Client Table The Client Table is also known as ARP table. It will show all the IP and MAC addresses of the devices that pass N.Power. 5.9.4 LOG When you enable the log function, system will keep records of events and errors detected.

  • Page 62: Ap Mode

    Chapter 1.4 and Chapter 3’s “Wireless Operation Mode” first. 6.1 Application for AP Mode When operating in the Access Point mode, the N.Power becomes the center hub of the wireless network. All wireless cards and clients connect and communicate through N.Power.

  • Page 63: Regulatory Domain

    6.2.2 Multiple SSID Wireless Settings -> Multiple SSID Multiple SSID allows N.Power to create up to 4 different wireless networks (SSID). It is also known as “Virtual AP” function. Each SSID can have its Encryption policy. The SSID1 is the main SSID under Wireless Setting page.

  • Page 64: Channel

    However, if you wish to choose your own scheme for your wireless security settings encryption scheme, the N.Power offers various type of encryption including WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA, WPA2, WPA2-PSK encryptions method. In general, the WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK are the most popular and secured encryption scheme.

  • Page 65: Access Control

    6.2.5 Access Control Wireless Settings -> Access Control The N.Power allows you to define a list of MAC addresses that are allowed or denied to access the wireless network. This function is available only for Access Point and AP Router modes. This function is available only for Access Point and Gateway modes.

  • Page 66: Associated Client

    Time (Sec): The connected time of the wireless client. 6.2.7 Advanced Settings Wireless Settings -> Advance Settings Channel Width: You can choose 20MHz or 20/40MHz channel width. Choose 20MHz for compliance with laws in some countries. 40MHz offers faster performance than 20MHz AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 67 Beacon Interval: The device broadcasts beacon frames regularly to announce its existence. The beacon Interval specifies how often beacon frames are transmitted in time unit of milliseconds. The default value is 100, and a valid value should be between 1 and 65,535. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 68: Wmm Settings

    ACK timeout. In most conditions, please do not change the Tx and Rx Acktimeout value. The N.Power’s default value is correct in most cases. 6.2.8 WMM Settings Wireless Settings -> WMM Settings Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is a standard to prioritize traffic for multimedia applications.
  • Page 69 ECWmin and ECWmax If an access point detects that the medium is in use, it uses the DCF random backoff timer to determine the amount of time to wait before attempting to access a given AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 70 We recommend that you use the default settings on the WMM QoS page. Changing these values can lead to unexpected blockages of traffic on your wireless LAN, and the blockages might be difficult to diagnose. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 71: Wds Settings (Repeater)

    6. AP Mode 6.2.9 WDS Settings (Repeater) This is known as WDS Repeater function. In AP mode, the N.Power will repeat the wireless signal of remote AP/Router. Up to 4 WDS repeaters can be connect with N.Power. WDS works by entering the wireless MAC addresses (also known as BSSID) of remote Access Points.

  • Page 72: Wps Settings

    6.2.10 WPS Settings Example1: Using Hardware Push button Please push WPS button directly on the back of the N.Power. The “WPS” LED flash will light and the N.Power will start to survey the client’s WPS signal in the current environment.
  • Page 73 6. AP Mode Example 2: WPS Using PIN Please login N.Power’s Web UI. Select Wireless Setting WPS Setting. In the WPS Progress, select “PIN” then “Apply.” You will get a PIN Code. PIN Code Then, please turn on the utility of your wireless network card. Choose WPS mode to “Registrar”...

  • Page 74: Client Mode

    7.1 Application for Client Mode This mode is also known as “Client” mode. The N.Power acts as if it is a wireless adapter to connect with a remote Access Point. Users can attach a computer or a router to the LAN port of N.Power to get network access.

  • Page 75: Regulatory Domain

    Please note that using the wrong Regulatory Domain is strictly prohibited. If you live inside EU, you must use the ETSI Regulatory Domain. If you live in United States, you must use FCC domain. The N.Power is available with the following Regulatory Domain: Regulatory Domain Available...

  • Page 76: Site Survey

    From the site survey function, you can also perform antenna alignment and establish ireless connection When you click on Site Survey, the following screen will appear. It might take awhile depending on number of available APs in the area AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 77: Advance Settings

    ACK timeout. In most conditions, please do not change the Tx and Rx Acktimeout value. The N.Power’s default value is correct in most cases. Tx Burst: These are the scheme used for improving the performance of the data transmission in 11n and Turbo modes.

  • Page 78: Wps Settings

    Please push WPS button directly on the back of the device. The “WPS” LED flash will light and the N.Power will start to survey the AP’s WPS signal in the current environment. Within two minutes, please push WPS button on your AP device, the connection will automatic successfully.
  • Page 79 Copy PIN Code Under AP site, Select Wireless Setting WPS Setting. Choose WPS mode to “PIN” then enter the PIN Code click “Apply” and the connection will automatically configure. Enter PIN Code AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 80 7. Client Mode AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 81: Wds Bridge Mode

    4 other bridges in the WDS configuration. This mode is best used when you want to connect LAN networks together wirelessly (for example, between office and warehouse). This mode usually delivers faster performance than infrastructure mode. 8.2 Wireless Settings AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 82: Regulatory Domain

    Please note that using the wrong Regulatory Domain is strictly prohibited. If you live inside EU, you must use the ETSI Regulatory Domain. If you live in United States, you must use FCC domain. he N.Power is available with the fol lowing Regulatory Domain: Regulatory Domain...
  • Page 83 If in a "noisy" network environment, the performanc e will be decreased. Tx Burst and Packet Aggregate: These are the scheme used for improving the performance of the data transmission in 11n and Turbo modes. It is recommended to keep the settings on. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 84: Wds Settings

    Bridge network, it is required to enter the Wireless MAC address of all remote bridges that is connected directly to your N.Power. The wireless MAC address is also known as Encryp Type: You can use one of the following 4 encryption type.
  • Page 85 8 WDS Bridge Mode Encryp Key: Please enter your encryption key here. MAC Address: Please enter the Wireless MAC address or BSSID of the remote Bridge. You can usually find it at remote Bridge’s device label. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 86: Emergency Firmware Recovery

    Emergency Firmware Recovery The N.Power features emergency firmware upgrade function that can restore your AP from a firmware crashed. If you can’t access your AP anymore, please first try to restore the setting to default by holding the RESET button (in the back) for more than 10 seconds. You should be able to find the AP at 192.168.1.254.
  • Page 87 10 seconds to restore your AP to factory default settings. The system will reboot. Then, you should be able to login into the normal Web UI at the default IP: 192.168.1.254. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 88: Frequent Asked Questions

    The N.Power will restore to the previous settings after successful Emergency Answer: upgrade. Therefore, the IP address will change to the previous IP address. If you still can’t find N.Power in previous address, please do a restore to default and the N.Power should appear at 192.168.1.254 ==================================================================== When I wan to use “Site Survey”...
  • Page 89 When I connect my PoE switch with N.Power, why doesn’t it work? Question: The N.Power use a 12V Passive PoE system, it is not the same as the 48V Answer: system used by PoE switch. As matter of fact, connect the 48V system to the N.Power might damage the device!
  • Page 90 10. Frequent Asked Questions ==================================================================== I see N.Power is advertised as having 2 watt (33dBm) maximum power. Why Question: do I only see 1watt (30dBm) on the Web UI? The maximum 2-Watt is the total combined output power of the N.Power and Answer: the included 3dBi antenna.

  • Page 91: Specifications

    11. Specifications Specifications The specification of N.Power is subject to change without notice. Please use the information with caution. 11.1 Hardware Features 11.1.1 General Hardware Feature Long Range Wireless-N AP Router Up to 30dBm Output Power (20dBm in EU, 23dBm in U.S.) Up to 9 times more wireless coverage than normal powered AP/Routers 1 x USB 2.0 Port for FTP file sharing...

  • Page 92: Radio Specifications

    ETSI (Europe) 802.11b : About 20dBm max 802.11g : About 20dBm max 802.11n : About 19dBm max FCC (The United States) 802.11b : About 23dBm max 802.11g : About 23dBm max 802.11n : About 22dBm max AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 93: Receiver Sensitivity

    Advance Functions Setup Wizard Site Survey FTP file sharing Bandwidth Control / Traffic Shaping Associated Client Table Wi-Fi, WPA compatible interoperability WPA with PSK/TKIP/AES support ,WPA2 support Virtual Server Function Privacy Separator support Hide SSID Support AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 94 11. Specifications Support adjustable output power ACK Timeout Adjustment Bootloader Protection and Emergency Firmware Upload Code Radius Supported Static DHCP entries Firmware upgrade and configuration backup via Web AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

  • Page 95: Wireless Network Glossary

    802.11 family are not allowed to operate. 802.11e The IEEE QoS standard for prioritizing traffic of the VoIP and multimedia applications. The WMM is based on a subset of the 802.11e. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 96 ACK is NOT received within that timeout period then the packet will be re-transmitted resulting in reduced throughput. If the ACK setting is too high then throughput will be lost due to waiting for the Ack Window to timeout on lost packets. If the ACK setting is too low AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 97 This is especially true for 802.11a and 802.11g networks. Setting the correct ACK timeout value need to consider 3 factors: distance, AP response time, and interference. The N.Power provides ACK adjustment capability in form of either distance or direct input. When you enter the distance parameter, the N.Power will automatically calculate the correct ACK timeout value.
  • Page 98 TCP/UDP service ports to this particular device. The feature is used commonly for setting up H.323 VoIP or Multi-Media servers. A program that translates URLs to IP addresses by accessing a database maintained on a collection of Internet servers. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 99 The program that runs inside embedded device such as router or AP. Many network devices are firmware upgradeable through web interface or utility program. File Transfer Protocol. A standard protocol for sending files between computers over a TCP/IP network and the Internet. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 100 An IP address is 32-bit number that identifies each sender or receiver of information that is sent across the Internet. An IP address has two parts: an identifier of a particular network on the Internet and an identifier of the particular device (which can be a AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 101 MIMO Multi In Multi Out. A Smart Antenna technology designed to increase the coverage and performance of a WLAN network. In a MIMO device, 2 or more antennas are used to AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 102 This word has 2 different meaning for networking. The hardware connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in a cable or an adapter. The virtual connection point through which a computer uses a specific application on a server. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 103 Radius typically uses port 1812 and port 1813 for authentication and accounting port. Though not an official standard, the RADIUS specification is maintained by a working group of the IETF. Receiver Sensitivity Receiver sensitivity means how sensitive is the radio for receiving signal. In general; the AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 104 Simple Network Management Protocol. A set of protocols for managing complex networks. The SNMP network contains 3 key elements: managed devices, agents, and network-management systems (NMSs). Managed devices are network devices that content SNMP agents. SNMP agents are programs that reside SNMP capable device's AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 105 A layer-4 protocol used along with the IP to send data between computers over the Internet. While IP takes care of handling the actual delivery of the data, TCP takes care of keeping track of the packets that a message is divided into for efficient routing through the Internet. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 106 (or wireless connection) that is connected to the Internet side of the network topology. Wired Equivalent Privacy. A wireless encryption protocol. WEP is available in 40-bit (64-bit), 108-bit (128-bit) or 152-bit (Atheros proprietary) encryption modes. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 107 Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is a standard to prioritize traffic for multimedia applications. The WMM prioritize traffic\ on Voice-over-IP (VoIP), audio, video, and streaming media as well as traditional IP data over the AP. Wireless Management System. An utility program to manage multiple wireless AP/Bridges. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...
  • Page 108 The WPA-PSK utilizes pre-share key for encryption/authentication. WPA2 Wi-Fi Protected Access 2. WPA2 is also known as 802.11i. It improves on the WPA security with CCMP and AES encryption. The WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA. WPA2-PSK utilizes pre-share key for encryption/authentication. AirLive N.Power User’s Manual...

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