Ruckus Wireless Metro Broadband Gateway User Manual
Ruckus Wireless Metro Broadband Gateway User Manual

Ruckus Wireless Metro Broadband Gateway User Manual

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Metro Broadband Gateway User's Guide
USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01
September 2007
4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299

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  • Page 1 Metro Broadband Gateway User’s Guide USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 September 2007 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 2 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, Ruckus Wireless, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. Ruckus Wireless, Inc. does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connect and Configure the Metro Broadband Gateway........
  • Page 4 Management ..............Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 5: Who Should Use This Guide

    Preface This Metro Broadband Gateway User’s Guide will help you understand the Ruckus Wireless Metro Broadband Gateway, how to install it, and configure it using the Ruckus Wireless Web Interface. Who Should Use this Guide This User’s Guide assumes that the reader has basic to intermediate computer and Internet skills. All the basic computer networking, Internet, and other information required to configure this device is provided herein.
  • Page 6: System Requirements

    The Metro Broadband Gateway is compatible with most contemporary personal computers and operating systems that are configured for Internet and wireless networking. The Metro Broadband Gateway is accessed and configured via a Web browser interface. Any of the following Web browsers are supported: •...
  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Metro Broadband Gateway receives wireless signals from outdoor Mesh Routers or other remote AP that is connected to a DSL router or cable modem. With the Metro Broadband Gateway, home devices have the option of wireless association to the Ruckus device. Data traffic is distributed to all devices connected behind the Metro Broadband Gateway.
  • Page 8: Metroflex

    MetroFlex™ Figure 1—The Metro Broadband Gateway in a Typical Home Network MetroFlex™ MetroFlex™ is a Ruckus Wireless family of purpose-built, multimedia Wi-Fi appliances that enable reliable wireless metro-area wi-fi network access. Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 9: Beamflex

    The BeamFlex™ antenna system consists of an array of six high-gain antenna elements, that allow the Metro Broadband Gateway to find quality signal paths in a changing environment, and sustain the baseline performance required in a metro wi-fi environment.
  • Page 10: Dual Zone Virtual Ap

    WAN wireless. Separate security configurations (WPA, WEP, or 802.1X) provide for truly secure access. One device thus provides both indoor and outdoor wireless coverage. Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 11: Opening The Web User Interface

    1. On the PC, open a web browser window. 2. Type the IP address of the Metro Broadband Gateway in the browser window, then press Enter to initiate the connection.The IP address is located on a label on the bottom of your Metro Broadband Gateway unit. Type the IP address in this format: https://<ip_address>...
  • Page 12 4. For login credentials, locate the username and password on the same label as the IP address on the bottom of your Metro Broadband Gateway unit. Figure 5—Ruckus Wireless Admin login in Internet Explorer 5. Click Login. The Web User interface appears.
  • Page 13: Key Features Of The Web User Interface

    4. Need help?: Click this button to open a help window with information related specifically to the options currently displayed in the workspace. Figure 6—Overview of the Web User Interface USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 14 Opening the Web User Interface (This page intentionally left blank.) Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Installation And Setup

    • Connect and Configure the Metro Broadband Gateway ....... . .
  • Page 16: Packing List

    7. SupportMinds Special Support Offer for Ruckus Wireless Customers Metro Broadband Gateway Ruckus Wireless offers three Metro Broadband Gateway platforms: the MM2225-NG, the MM2211-NG, and the MM2211-EXT. The MM2225 has five 10/100 ports, while the MM2211 models have one 10/100 port.
  • Page 17: Led Status Lights

    Metro Broadband Gateway LED Status Lights Table 2— “MM2211 LED Indicators and Descriptions” Table 3— “MM2225 LED Indicators and Descriptions” describe the LED lights on the front of the Metro Broadband Gateway. Table 2—MM2211 LED Indicators and Descriptions Label Activity Description...
  • Page 18 Non-Associated State: The Metro Broadband Gateway is Amber Steady not associated to the Metro AP and there is no device (like a PC) that is associated to the Metro Broadband Gateway. The Metro Broadband Gateway WLAN has no link. Air Quality...
  • Page 19: Rear View

    Metro Broadband Gateway Rear View Figure 8—Rear view of the MM2211-NG with WAN port only Figure 9—Rear view of the MM2211-EXT with optional external antenna connector USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 20 8 seconds. Push button. Not operational in current release. Optional external antenna connector Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 21: Placement Guidelines

    Placement Guidelines Placement Guidelines You or your service provider or installer can determine the best placement for the Metro Broadband Gateway by using the following guidelines. Establishing a Good General Location Your Metro Broadband Gateway should be placed: • On a shelf or other elevated location away from any physical obstructions.
  • Page 22: Connecting To The Metro Broadband Gateway

    The default IP address of the Metro Broadband Gateway is located on a label on the bottom of your device. In order to connect to the Metro Broadband Gateway, your PC should be set to obtain an IP address automatically.
  • Page 23 Connecting to the Metro Broadband Gateway 4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically, and click OK to exit the TCP/IP Properties window. 5. Click OK to exit the Local Area Connection Properties window. Macintosh 1. Open System Preferences 2. Click Network under “Internet & Network” of the System Preferences.
  • Page 24 Connecting to the Metro Broadband Gateway Figure 13—Configuring Macintosh network settings Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 25: Connect And Configure The Metro Broadband Gateway

    1. Remove the Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway from the packaging and place it next to your computer. 2. Connect the AC power supply to the Metro Broadband Gateway and plug the other end into a power outlet or to a surge protector that is plugged into a power outlet.
  • Page 26 • Connect your home router to a metro wi-fi network? — Using this setting, the Metro Broadband Router will be configured as a bridge. In bridge mode, the Metro Broadband Gateway acts as a wireless client with a connection to only the Mesh AP.
  • Page 27 Connect and Configure the Metro Broadband Gateway Figure 16—Specifying the WAN to connect to 11. Select the appropriate network, and—if necessary—type the Password (i.e., passphrase) associated with authenticating to that network. Figure 17—Entering the password for the selected WAN 12. Click Next. Your selection is summarized for you and the Metro Broadband Router will be configured with the properties you set in the wizard.
  • Page 28 Connect and Configure the Metro Broadband Gateway Figure 18—Quick Start Wizard summary page 13. Click Home to go to the Ruckus Wireless Web Interface. Initial configuration is now complete. The wizard will not appear upon next login. To re-purpose the device after initial configuration, go to Configuration :: Smart Configuration.
  • Page 29: Captive Portal Feature

    Captive Portal Feature Captive Portal Feature The Metro Broadband Gateway has a captive portal feature. If your WAN link is lost, all URLs or web addresses will be redirected to the Metro Broadband Gateway device web user interface. This is illustrated Figure Figure 19—Captive Portal feature...
  • Page 30 Captive Portal Feature Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 31: Chapter 3: Status And Configuration

    • Metro Broadband Gateway Settings Worksheet ........
  • Page 32: Wireless Settings Worksheet

    The SSID identifies the remote Access Point (AP). Make sure to specify the SSID Gateway SSID of the Metro Broadband Gateway or your existing wireless router, or the SSID as defined by the Metro ISP provider. Once you obtain the SSID from the Metro ISP provider or you know the name of your home wireless router, this is the value you must enter as the Metro Broadband Gateway SSID.
  • Page 33: Metro Broadband Gateway Settings Worksheet

    Table 5, “Wireless Network Settings Worksheet,” on page Remember—If the Metro Broadband Gateway’s device settings do not match the Mesh Networks Router settings, the Metro Broadband Gateway will not be able to find your network.
  • Page 34: Viewing Device, Internet, And System Status

    Viewing Device, Internet, and System Status Viewing Device, Internet, and System Status The Device, Internet, and System screens provide information about Metro Broadband Gateway operation. Device Information The Status :: Device information displays the following: • Device Name assigned to the Metro Broadband Gateway •...
  • Page 35 A high RSSI value usually means that the wireless connection is stable, and quality data transmission can be achieved. The Air Quality Indicator examines the environment that surrounds a Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway, and determines the amount of interference in the environment. The Radio Frequency (RF) side of a wireless device is a combination of a receiver and a transmitter.
  • Page 36: Internet Information

    4. To force the DHCP server to assign a new IP address to this Metro Broadband Gateway, click Renew DHCP. This will cause a slight interruption in network service until the new IP address has been put in use.
  • Page 37: System Information

    Note the following fields: • Operation Mode of the Metro Broadband Gateway: either Bridge or Router. • Local IP Address of the Metro Broadband Gateway. You use this IP address to access the device from the Local Network side. • MAC Address of the Metro Broadband Gateway •...
  • Page 38: Viewing Wireless Information

    Gateway. To view this window, click Status :: Wireless. Figure 24—Status :: Wireless :: Common tab Figure 25—Status :: Wireless :: Metro WLAN tab Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 39 The wireless channel number. This is the channel that the Metro Broadband Gateway associates with the Mesh AP. Country code The country in which the Metro Broadband Gateway is operating.The country code will automatically select the Channels available for that country.
  • Page 40: Viewing Statistics Of Connected Devices

    Encryption Mode Choices are Disabled, WEP, or WPA. Connected Devices The wireless devices connected to the Metro Broadband Gateway on the local network side. Viewing Statistics of Connected Devices Under Status : Wireless, you can view statistics for Connected Devices by going to either the Metro WLAN or Home WLAN tabs, notably transmit and receive details.
  • Page 41 The total number of good packets received by the interface. Discards CRC Errors The number of packets with CRC error received or transmitted by the interface. USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 42: Configuring Device Identification And Login Settings

    3. Be sure to write down the new username or password if you make changes. 4. When you're finished, click Update Settings. A confirmation message appears at the top of the workspace. Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 43: Configuring Internet Settings

    ALERT Perform this task only in consultation with your Internet Service Provider. By default, your Metro Broadband Gateway is configured to use DHCP and reflects the IP address of the Mesh AP or your extended home wireless router at Gateway.
  • Page 44: Changing The Connection Type

    Changing the Connection Type There is one instance when you would change the IP address of the gateway: If the current IP address of the Metro Broadband Gateway consistently conflicts with that of any other device in your wireless network. ALERT Perform this task only with guidance from your ISP.
  • Page 45: Configuring System Settings

    Configuring System Settings Configuring System Settings This section describes the tasks and screens used to configure the Metro Broadband Gateway to run on your wireless network as a bridge or a router. – If you used the wizard during initial login to configure your Metro Broadband Gateway, bridge or router mode has already been configured for you depending on your wizard selections.
  • Page 46 Configuring System Settings Figure 31—Configure :: System in Router mode Figure 32—Configure :: System in Bridge mode Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 47 CAUTION:—If, after having changed any default settings, you have forgotten what the new settings are, you may not be able to login to the Metro Broadband Gateway. To regain access to the Metro Broadband Gateway, you must reset the device to its factory default settings. Hold the button down for more than 8 seconds, then release.
  • Page 48: Enabling An L2Tp Connection

    5. (Optional) Type the Username, Password, and Password Confirmation if required by the L2TP server under the “L2TP Login” section. 6. Click Update Settings to save the changes. Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 49: Configuring Wireless Settings

    "Reviewing the Advanced::Common Options" on page • External Antenna Setting: If your Metro Broadband Gateway came with the optional external antenna, and you have connected the antenna, you can enable it from this screen. 3. Click Update Settings to save your changes before reviewing the Advanced Settings.
  • Page 50: Reviewing The Advanced::common Options

    The effectiveness of rates listed in the Data Rate drop-down menu is dependent on the Wireless Mode previously specified. WARNING:—In order to fully benefit from the Metro Broadband Gateway capabilities, it is advisable not to change this value unless absolutely necessary.
  • Page 51: Setting Threshold Options

    5. Click Update Settings to save and apply the changes. A confirmation message appears at the top of this workspace. 6. Click Go back to Wireless Configuration to reopen the previous workspace. USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 52: Customizing Metro Wlan Or Home Wlan Settings

    2. When the Configure :: Wireless :: Common workspace appears, click either the Metro WLAN or Home WLAN tab. Figure 38—Configure :: Wireless :: Metro WLAN settings Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 53 • SSID: This is the SSID that you use to connect to the Mesh network or your home wireless network. • Preferred BSSID: The MAC Address of the AP the Metro Broadband Gateway device should connect to. To set this feature, see "Setting the Preferred BSSID"...
  • Page 54: Setting The Preferred Bssid

    Click the SSID link from the “Site Survey” table under Configure :: Wireless :: Last Site Survey to configure settings for that network. click a link to set the Preferred BSSID Figure 40—Last Site Survey SSIDs found Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 55: Customizing Wep Encryption

    • 128 bit: Specify the key with 26 hexadecimal digits or 13 ASCII printable characters. The 128-bit cryptography is stronger privacy protection for your network and is recommended if you use WEP. USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 56: Customizing Wpa Encryption

    WPA-PSK. If you configure the Metro Broadband Gateway with WPA-PSK, some devices will not be able to connect to your WLAN unless the devices are manually set to WPA-PSK and configured with the same passphrase.
  • Page 57 5. Click Update Settings to save and apply the changes. A confirmation message appears at the top of this workspace. 6. Click Go back to Wireless Configuration to reopen the previous workspace. USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 58: Customizing 802.1X Settings

    IT/support professional. If you choose “WPA” as the encryption method, you have the option to set up the Metro Broadband Gateway to act as an 802.1X proxy, utilizing external authentication sources such as a RADIUS server. This provides a higher level of security, when compared to the static security process in a WEP configuration.Using...
  • Page 59: Certificate Management

    1. After selecting WPA and 802.1X settings under the Metro WLAN workspace, click the Certificate Management link. The “Cert Management” screen appears. Figure 44—Certificate Management for Client Certificate option USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 60 • Select Certificate File: Browse your computer (or reachable network locations) for the certificate. 3. Click the Update Settings button. Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 61: Port Forwarding

    Port Forwarding Port Forwarding Port forwarding enables application traffic through the firewall of your Ruckus Wireless Router to one of the computers in your home. Ordinarily, the router blocks incoming traffic as a security protection, but if you want other computers to be able to initiate communications with yours, you need to set up port forwarding.
  • Page 62: Adding Entries To The Port Forwarding Table

    To add a new port-forwarding entry, click Add new entry at the bottom of the table. Fill in all the fields and click Update. Figure 47—Port Forwarding add a new entry options Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 63: Access Controls

    If you select "Deny only stations listed in the Access Controls Table", then stations entered into the access-controls table are disallowed but all others are allowed. To add MAC addresses, see "Changing Access Controls" on page USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 64: Changing Access Controls

    6. If you have additional MAC addresses you want included, click Add new entry and repeat these steps until you've entered all the stations you want. There is a limit of 128 rows. Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 65: Access Control Table Columns

    When you click Update, only entries in the table whose “Remove” checkbox is un-checked will be included in the Access Controls table. USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 66: Smart Configuration

    Smart Configuration Smart Configuration Smart Configuration enables you to re-purpose your Metro Broadband Gateway to better define the role it plays in your network. Smart Configuration is essentially the initial Quick Start Wizard, thus providing a simple, straightforward interface for configuring Metro Broadband Gateway operation.
  • Page 67: Extending Your Home Wireless Coverage

    Smart Configuration Extending Your Home Wireless Coverage In this mode, the Metro Broadband Gateway will be configured to extend the reach of your current wireless setup. In this operating mode, the Metro Broadband Gateway acts as a “repeater”, thus retransmitting the wireless signal to cover a larger distance at a higher bandwidth.
  • Page 68 5. Click Next. Your selection is summarized for you and the Metro Broadband Router will be configured with the properties you set in the wizard. Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 69: Connecting Your Wireless Computer(S) To A Metro Wi-Fi Network

    Connecting Your Wireless Computer(s) to a Metro Wi-Fi Network In this mode, the Metro Broadband Gateway will be configured to connect to a local Metro Wi-Fi network in order to improve your coverage of that network. Your home personal computer will be able to access the Metro Wi-FI network via the Metro Broadband Gateway.
  • Page 70 4. Select the appropriate network, and—if necessary—type the Password (i.e., passphrase) associated with authenticating to that network. Figure 56—Specifying the metro wi-fi network to connect to and its password 5. Click Next. Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 71 7. Click Finish. Your selection is summarized for you and the Metro Broadband Router will be configured with the properties you set in the wizard. Figure 58—Quick Start Wizard summary page Configuration is now complete. USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 72: Connecting Your Home Router To A Metro Wi-Fi Network

    Smart Configuration Connecting Your Home Router to a Metro Wi-Fi Network In this mode, the Metro Broadband Gateway will be configured to provide wireless coverage through a broadband router. Your home personal computer will communicate via the Metro Broadband Gateway.
  • Page 73 5. Click Next. Your selection is summarized for you and the Metro Broadband Router will be configured with the properties you set in the wizard. Figure 61—Quick Start Wizard summary page USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 74 Smart Configuration (This page intentionally left blank.) Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 75: Chapter 4: Maintenance And Administrator

    This chapter provides information on how you can use the Web User Interface to monitor the activity and status of your Ruckus Wireless Metro Broadband Gateway. Depending on your access, you may not see some of these options as they are privileged to Administrators only.
  • Page 76: Activating The Log And Sending The Log To A Syslog Server

    By default the port number is 514. If the syslog server watches a different port, enter that port number in this field. 4. Click Update Settings to save and apply your changes. Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 77: Reviewing The Latest Log File Entries

    Reviewing the Latest Log File Entries The Administrator :: Log screen shows the log messages kept by the Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway since it was rebooted. The log has limited size: the oldest messages are replaced as new messages arrive.
  • Page 78: Saving A Copy Of The Log To Your Computer

    Remember to add a .TXT file extension to the file name, especially if you are ALERT using Internet Explorer as your Web Admin “host”. Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 79: Running Diagnostics On Network Connections

    2. Click in the text field by the option you want to activate, and type the network address of a site you wish to connect to. 3. Click Run Test. The results appear in the text field below each option. USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 80: Administrator Management

    NUTTCP is a network performance measurement tool that is used by service providers. A stream of data is sent to the Metro Broadband Gateway, and the expected performance result is displayed on the service provider’s console. The Metro Broadband Gateway implements the server side daemon to respond to queries from the service provider’s NUTTCP client.
  • Page 81 • Checking Oneshot opens the NUTTCP port for one stream of data and then closes it. – You must enable the default port 5000 and 5001 in a firewall environment for the control and data port of NUTTCP. USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 82: Upgrading The Firmware

    The Metro Broadband Gateway is provided with an automatic firmware upgrade feature. This feature checks to verify that you have the latest firmware when you reboot the Metro Broadband Gateway, or at an interval you set even if you do not reboot. The automatic firmware upgrade is the default option. You may wish to disable the automatic firmware upgrade, and select to perform manual, or on-demand, firmware upgrades.
  • Page 83: Automatic Firmware Upgrade

    Contact your service provider for more information about Web sites or TFTP/FTP sites used to store firmware images for the Metro Broadband Gateway. CAUTION:—If you have recently made configuration changes to the Metro Broadband Gateway, make sure to reboot the system (see “Rebooting or Resetting the Device”...
  • Page 84: Rebooting Or Resetting The Device

    Update button to save the current configuration. • If you have powered down or logged out of the Metro Broadband Gateway before clicking the Update Settings button and the Reboot button, your configuration changes will be lost.
  • Page 85: Appendix A: Technical Specifications

    Operating Humidity: 15% - 95% non condensing Electromagnetic Emissions Meets requirements of FCC Part 15 Class B Management Configuration and monitoring interface Ruckus Wireless Web User Interface (WebUI) USM-Metro-RKS1-091807-01 Ruckus Metro Broadband Gateway 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
  • Page 86 Username: admin Login Password: password LAN, wireless and associated remote APs Statistics Accessible via Ruckus Wireless Web Interface Via FTP, TFTP, or Web download Software update Accessible via Ruckus Wireless Web Interface Other Utilities System Support Snapshot Others 802.11 b/g 802.11i...

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