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- Page 1 N.TOP 802.11n Ceiling Mount Long Range PoE AP User’s Manual...
- Page 2 OvisLink Corp. has made the best effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this user’s guide. However, we are not liable for the inaccuracies or errors in this guide. Please use with caution. All information is subject to change without notice All Trademarks are properties of their respective holders. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
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Page 3: Fcc Statement
IMPORTANT NOTE FCC Radiation Exposure 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. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
1.4.1 Access Point Mode ..................3 1.4.2 Client Mode ....................4 1.4.3 Bridge Mode ....................4 1.4.4 WDS Repeater Mode...................5 1.4.5 Universal Repeater Mode ................6 2. Installing the N.TOP ...................7 2.1 Package Content .................7 2.2 Knowing your N.TOP ................7 2.3 Hardware Installation ................8 2.4 LED Indicators ...................10 2.5 Button and Connector Definition ............11... - Page 5 Set Static DHCP..................42 5.2.3 Domain Name ..................42 5.2.4 802.11d Spanning Tree .................42 5.2.5 Clone MAC Address................42 5.2.6 Enable AirLive IP Finder Management ..........42 5.3 Time Settings ..................43 5.4 Password Settings ................44 5.5 Watchdog...................45 5.6 Firmware Upgrade ................46 AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 6 8.2.3 TX Output Power ..................56 8.2.4 Supported WLAN Mode................56 8.2.5 Supported WLAN Encryption..............56 8.3 Software Feature ................56 8.3.1 Operation Mode..................57 8.3.2 Management Interface................57 8.3.3 Advance Functions ..................57 8.4 Environmental ..................57 8.4.6 Environmental....................57 9. Wireless Network Glossary..............58 AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
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Page 7: Introduction
Introduction 1.1 Overview The N.TOP is a ceiling mount wireless multi-function AP based on 300Mbps 2T2R Wireless b/g/n MIMO standard radio technologies. The Wireless Access Point is equipped with one 10/100 Mbps Auto-sensing Ethernet ports for connecting to LAN and also for cascading to next Wireless Access Point. -
Page 8: Features
1. Introduction In addition, you might find new firmware that either increase software functions or provide bug fixes for N.TOP. You can reach our on-line support center at the following link: http://www.airlive.com/support/support_2.jsp Since 2009, AirLive has added the “Newsletter Instant Support System” on our website. -
Page 9: Wireless Operation Modes
Extend distance of any AP Router 1.4.1 Access Point Mode When operating in the Access Point mode, the N.TOP becomes the center hub of the wireless network. All wireless cards and clients connect and communicate through N.TOP. This type of network is known as “Infrastructure Network”. Other N.TOP or 802.11b/g/n device can connect to AP mode through “Client Mode”. -
Page 10: Client Mode
Infrastructure and Adhoc mode. In Infrastructure mode, the N.TOP 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.TOP to get network access. This mode is often used by WISP on the subscriber’s side. -
Page 11: Wds Repeater Mode
1. Introduction 1.4.4 WDS Repeater Mode In WDS Repeater mode, the N.TOP functions as a repeater that extends the range of remote wireless LAN. In this mode, the remote Access Point must have WDS (Wireless Distribution System) capability. If you require the PC’s MAC addresses to be preserved when the data pass through the Repeater, it is necessary to use the WDS Repeater mode. -
Page 12: Universal Repeater Mode
1. Introduction 1.4.5 Universal Repeater Mode In Universal Repeater mode, the N.TOP functions as a repeater that extends the range of remote wireless LAN. This mode can repeat the signal of any remote AP/Router, even if they do not have WDS capability. However, the MAC addresses of any wireless traffic going through Universal Repeater are “translated”... -
Page 13: Installing The N.top
2. Installing the N.TOP Installing the N.TOP This section describes the installation procedure for the N.TOP. It starts with a summary of the content of the package you have purchased, followed by steps of how to power up and connect the N.TOP. Finally, this section explains how to configure a Windows PC to communicate with the N.TOP. -
Page 14: Hardware Installation
Access Point. Usually, the best place for the Access Point is at the center of your wireless network, with line of straight to all your wireless stations. 1. Screw the bottom case into the wall. 2. There are two ways to connect N.TOP, AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... - Page 15 2. Installing the N.TOP (1) Via PoE N.TOP is equipped with 802.3af compliant PoE port. You can select AirLive PoE-48PB for the deployment of the PoE network environment. The POE-48PB is an optional accessory that must be purchased separately. You must use Cat.5E or better graded Ethernet Cable for PoE Installation.
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Page 16: Led Indicators
2. Installing the N.TOP 3. Put the case screws back. 2.4 LED Indicators This section describes the LED behavior of N.TOP. You can find the LED in front of the N.TOP. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 17: Button And Connector Definition
LAN port is connected LAN port is not connected Flashing LAN activity (transferring or receiving data) 2.5 Button and Connector Definition This section describes the button behavior of N.TOP. You can find the Button in front of the N.TOP. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... - Page 18 2. Installing the N.TOP Button Description Reset the router to factory default settings (clear all settings) or start WPS function. Reset: Press this button and hold for 10 seconds to restore all Reset / WPS settings to factory defaults. WPS: Press this button for less than 5 seconds to start WPS function.
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Page 19: Configuring The N.top
3. Configuring the N.TOP Configuring the N.TOP The N.TOP offers web browser (http) as management interface. In this chapter, we will explain N.TOP’s web management interface and how to get into them. 3.1 Important Information The following information will help you to get start quickly. However, we recommend you to read through the entire manual before you start. -
Page 20: Prepare Your Pc
The default IP address of the N.TOP is 192.168.1.254 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. This means the IP address of the PC should be in the same subnet of the N.TOP.. To prepare your PC for management with the N.TOP, please do the following: Connect your PC directly to the LAN port of N.TOP... -
Page 21: Introduction To Ip Finder
LAN: You can configure the N.TOP LAN IP address here. After enter the IP Address, press >> to the next page. If you would like to change the N.TOP login password, please check the box and enter the new password. Please note that the password should be filled before clicks submit. - Page 22 3. Configuring the N.TOP Click to the next page Before submit, please input N.TOP password first. The default password is airlive. Click Submit to save the configuration. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
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Page 23: Introduction To Web Management
Most functions of N.TOP can be accessed by it. If you are placing the N.TOP 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.TOP. - Page 24 PING watchdog, and setting management. Status: This section for monitoring the status of N.TOP. It provides information on device status, Ethernet status, wireless status, wireless client table, and system log. Reboot: Please remember to save changes and reboot after you finish all settings.
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Page 25: Configuring With Setup Wizard
3.5 Configuring with Setup Wizard You can browse to activate the Setup Wizard Step1: Login the Web UI of N.TOP, select “Wizard” for basic settings with simple way. Step2: Select wireless mode that you deserved, and click “Next” to continue. -
Page 26: Initial Configurations
3. Configuring the N.TOP 3.6 Initial Configurations We recommend users to browse through N.TOP’s web management interface to get an overall picture of the functions and interface. Below are the recommended initial configurations for first time login: 3.6.1 Changing the Regulatory Domain The Regulatory Domain decides what channels and TX output power levels are available for your country. -
Page 27: Change The Device's Ip Address
3.6.2 Change the Device’s IP Address The default IP address is at 192.168.1.254. You should change it to the same subnet as your network. Also, if you want to manage N.TOP remotely, you have to set the Gateway and DNS server information. -
Page 28: Set The Time And Date
3. Configuring the N.TOP 3.6.3 Set the Time and Date It is important that you set the date and time for your N.TOP so that the system log will record the correct date and time information. Please go to “System Configuration”... -
Page 29: Change Password
3. Configuring the N.TOP 3.6.4 Change Password You should change the password for N.TOP at the first login. To change password, please go to “System” -> “Password Settings” menu. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 30: Wireless Settings
Chapter 5. 4.1 About Wireless Modes The N.TOP has total of 5 operation modes to suit different application requirements. In this section, we will explain how to change between wireless operation modes. For explanation on each different operation mode, please read Chapter 1 section 1.4 first. -
Page 31: Basic Wireless Functions
4. Wireless Settings To change wireless mode, please select the new wireless mode from the pull-down menu. The N.TOP will ask you to confirm about the mode change. After your confirmation, the AP will reboot itself to the new mode. -
Page 32: Wireless Mode
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.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 33: Band
1~14 29dBm 4.2.3 Band Wireless -> Band N.TOP has 6 different options for WLAN transmission. All devices in the same network should use the same WLAN mode. • 2.4 GHz (B): The radio will only connect at 11b mode. •... -
Page 34: Channel
It is recommended that you can do a site survey to find about what channels are used by surrounding AP and choose a channel that is not used by other APs. Channel Frequency (MHz) U.S.A. Europe 2412 2417 2422 2427 2432 2437 2442 2447 AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 35: Channel Width
Security settings allow you to use encryption to secure your data from eavesdropping. You can select different security policy to provide association authentication and/or data encryption. The N.TOP features various security policies including WEP, 802.1x, WPA, WPA Personal, WPA2, WPA2 Personal. - Page 36 4. Wireless Settings WEP Encryption is the oldest and most available encryption method. However, it is also the least secure. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 37 4. Wireless Settings Key Length: The N.TOP offers 64bit and 128 bit for WEP key length. The longer the Key Length, the more secure the encryption is. Key Format: 2 types are available: ASCII and HEX. ASCII is a string of ASCII code including alphabetical characters, space, signs and numbers (i.e.
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Page 38: Wmm
In “Auto” mode, the data rate will adjust according to the connection condition. It is advised to put the data rate in Auto. However, you can also force the radio to operate at specific data rate. The highest for 11n is MCS15. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 39: Advance Settings
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.TOP User’s Manual... - Page 40 This feature is useful for public WiFi, WISP operators, and Hotspot operators. RF Output Power: You can adjust the transmit output power of the N.TOP’s radio. The higher the output power, the more distance N.TOP can deliver. However, it is advised that you use just enough output power so it will not create excessive interference for the environment.
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Page 41: Access Control
4.4 Access Control Wireless -> Access Control The N.TOP 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 42: Site Survey
From the site survey function, you can also perform antenna alignment and establish wireless 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.TOP User’s Manual... - Page 43 Channel: The current scanned channel Type: The wireless type of remote AP. Encryption: The wireless encryption of remote AP. Signal: This is signal strength number in percentage in 0 to 100 scales. The higher the number, the better signal. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
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Page 44: Wps
Client PIN Number: Enter the client (Enrollee) PIN code into the blank field then click the Start PIN button to make a WPS connection with client. Then, the wireless router will connect to client within 2 minutes and get IP address AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 45: Wireless Scheduling
4.7 Wireless Scheduling Wireless -> Wireless Scheduling Check the box to enable the schedule function. Set up the time to schedule the wireless access rule. Select the day and time you want to enable the wireless function. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 46: System Configurations
“Initial Configurations” first. . 5.1 Menu Structure When you click on the “System” 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.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 47: Lan Interface Setup
DHCP Service: You can enable or disable DHCP server here. Disable(default): Disable DHCP server Enable: The N.TOP will act as DHCP server to provide IP addresses to the clients on the LAN/Wireless interface. By default, the DHCP server is on. -
Page 48: Set Static Dhcp
5.2.5 Clone MAC Address You can change the MAC address of your LAN port to other value here. 5.2.6 Enable AirLive IP Finder Management By enabling the function, IP Finder could discover the N.TOP in the LAN. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 49: Time Settings
5.3 Time Settings System ->Time Settings You can set the NTP Time Server for your N.TOP’s internal clock here. You can use NTP server function so your N.TOP will check with NTP to set time automatically upon each startup. Thus, it prevents the clock losing track of time during reboot or power outage. -
Page 50: Password Settings
5. System Configurations 5.4 Password Settings System -> Password Settings The N.TOP’s password protection is turned off by default. To enable password protection or change password, just enter your username and password, and click on “Apply Change” button. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 51: Watchdog
To prevent the AP from power recycling, the PING watchdog will start 10 minutes after power up to prevent power recycle problem. Watch Interval: means: "How often the N.TOP will PING". For example, it will PING once every "1" minute. -
Page 52: Firmware Upgrade
Please make sure to check the “Keep Settings” box if you want the settings to be kept after firmware upgrade. The new firmware will be loaded to your N.TOP. 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 53: Configuration Save And Restore
5.7 Configuration Save and Restore System -> Configuration Save and Restore The N.TOP can save and restore the settings to a file. In addition, it has the unique capability to restore only the network or wireless settings. This makes changes of wireless settings across the entire network of AP much easier. -
Page 54: Factory Default
Step2: Click on “Upload” button to restore settings. 5.8 Factory Default System Configuration -> Factory Default You can reset the configuration of your N.TOP to the factory default settings. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 55: Status Menu
Before you read this chapter, please make sure to read through chapter 3 on “Introduction to Web Management Interface. 6.1 Menu Structure When you click on the “Status” on the top menu bar, the sub menu for device status will appear. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 56: Device Information
6. Status Menu 6.2 Device Information This page shows the general information about N.TOP such as Uptime, Firmware version, Wireless Interface…etc. Below are some additional explanations on some status information of this page: Uptime: This displays the time since system last boot up. This is a good indication for how long the system has been alive. -
Page 57: Statistic
6. Status Menu 6.3 Statistic This page shows the sent and received packet information for Radio1, Radio2, LAN, and WAN interface. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 58: Log
Wireless: Only logs related to the wireless LAN will be recorded Enable Remote Log: Only logs related to the Remote control will be recorded. Log Server IP Address: Only logs related to the server will be recorded. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 59: Frequent Asked Questions
You should be able to find your N.TOP at 192.168.1.254 with default username “admin” and password “airlive”. Q: N.TOP is not responding to me when I want to access it by web browser a. Please check the connection of power cord and network cable of this access point. All cords and cables should be correctly and firmly inserted to N.TOP. - Page 60 Try to move closer to N.TOP. c. Unplug the power plug of N.TOP and plug it back again after 10 seconds. d. If all LEDs on this N.TOP are out, please check the status of A/C power adapter, and make sure it’s correctly powered.
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Page 61: Specifications
8. Specifications Specifications The specification of N.TOP is subject to change without notice. Please use the information with caution. 8.1 Hardware Features 8.1.1 General Hardware Feature 1 x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Port with Auto MDI/MDI-X Support 802.3af PoE Port (LAN) LAN, WLAN, PWR, Reset/WPS LED Indicators... -
Page 62: Rate And Modulation
8.2.4 Supported WLAN Mode 2.4 GHz (B + G + N) 2.4 GHz (B) 2.4 GHz (B + G) 2.4 GHz ( G) 8.2.5 Supported WLAN Encryption 64/128-bit WEP WPA/WPA2-PSK support 802.1x Radius Support 8.3 Software Feature AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 63: Operation Mode
Wireless Security: WEP- 64/128bit, WPA, WPA2 and IEEE 802.1x Restore to Factory Default Configuration Backup and Restore 8.4 Environmental 8.4.6 Environmental Operating temperature: 0~40 Degree C Operating humidity (non-condensing): 10~90% Storage temperature: -20~60 Degree C Storage humidity: 95% Max AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... -
Page 64: Wireless Network Glossary
The WMM is based on a subset of the 802.11e. 802.11g A standard provides a throughput up to 54 Mbps using OFDM technology. It also operates in the 2.4 GHz frequency band as 802.11b. 802.11g devices are backward compatible with 802.11b devices. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual... - Page 65 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.TOP provides ACK adjustment capability in form of either distance or direct input. When you enter the distance parameter, the N.TOP will automatically calculate the correct ACK timeout value.
- Page 66 Wireless (usually an AP with built-in Antenna) that receives wireless broadband access from the WISP. The opposite of CPE is CO. Clear To Send. A signal sent by a device to indicate that it is ready to receive data. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 67 Many DoS attacks, such as the Ping of Death and Teardrop attacks, exploit limitations in the TCP/IP protocols. Encryption Encoding data to prevent it from being read by unauthorized people. The common wireless encryption schemes are WEP, WPA, and WPA2. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 68 One is the wireless infrastructure deployment, the other is the Internet access billing system. In a hotspot system, a service provider typically need an authentication and account system for billing purposes, and a wireless AP network to provide access for customers. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 69 Each Ethernet device has its own unique address. The first 6 digits are unique for each manufacturer. When a network device have MAC access control feature, only the devices with the approved MAC address can connect with the network. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 70 A PoE Access Point or CPE has the splitter built-in to the device. The IEEE 802.3af is a POE spec that uses 48 volt to deliver power up to 100 meter distance. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 71 ISP system. 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. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 72 SNMP agents. SNMP agents are programs that reside SNMP capable device's firmware to provide SNMP configuration service. The NMS typically is a PC based software such as HP Openview that can view and manage SNMP network device remotely. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 73 The output power limit for 5GHz 802.11a is 30dBm at the antenna end.. User Datagram Protocol. A layer-4 network protocol for transmitting data that does not require acknowledgement from the recipient of the data. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 74 40 and 70 Mbps/s and add support for MIMO antennas, QoS, and multiple polling technologies. 802.16e adds mobility features, narrower bandwidth (a max of 5 MHz), slower speed and smaller antennas. Mobility is allowed up to 40 mph. AirLive N.TOP User’s Manual...
- Page 75 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.TOP User’s Manual...