Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 1 Introduction The Multi-function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge is an 802.11n-draft compliant device that delivers up to 6x faster speeds than 802.11g while staying backward compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b devices. The Wireless Client Bridge, Access Point, and Repeater/WDS built into the device uses advanced MIMO (Multi-Input, Multi-Output) technology to transmit multiple steams of data in a single wireless channel.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 SSID) in AP mode administrator to assign different policies for specific user groups. WPA2/WPA/ IEEE 802.1x Powerful data security support 802.1x Supplicant support (CB More powerful data security in Client Bridge mode mode) MAC address filtering in AP Ensures secure network connection mode...
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 1.3 Safety Guidelines In order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, please adhere to the following safety guidelines. Carefully follow the instructions in this manual; also follow all instruction labels on this device.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Network managers in dynamic environments can minimize the overhead caused by moves, extensions to networks, and other changes with wireless LANs. g) Wired LAN backup Network managers implement wireless LANs to provide backup for mission- critical applications running on wired networks.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 2 Understanding the Hardware 2.1 Hardware Installation 1. Place the unit in an appropriate location after conducting a site survey. 2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the LAN port of the device and another end into your PC/Notebook.
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Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 2. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click on the Properties button. This will allow you to configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook. 3. Select Use the following IP Address radio button and then enter the IP address and subnet mask.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3 Web Configuration 3.1 Logging In To configure the device through the web-browser, enter the IP address of the Bridge (default: 192.168.0.1) into the address bar of the web-browser and press Enter. Make sure that the device and your computers are configured on the same subnet. Refer to Chapter 2 in order to configure the IP address of your computer.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2 System Click on the System link on the navigation drop- down menu. You will then see four options: Status, Schedule, Event Log, and Monitor. Each option is described in detail below.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.1 Status Click on the Status link under the System drop-down menu. The status page displays a summary of current system settings. Information such as operating mode, system up time, firmware version, serial number, kernel version and application version are displayed in the ‘System’...
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Click on the Add button to add a new schedule. . Schedule Description: Specify a name for the schedule. Service: Select a service. Days: Select the days at which you would like the schedule to be effective. Time of Day: Place a check in the All Day box if you would like the schedule to be active for 24 hours.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Save: Click on the Save button to save the log into a text file on your computer. Clear: Click on the Clear button to clear the log on the screen. Refresh: Click on the Refresh button to refresh the log. 3.2.4 Statistics Click on the Statistics link in the navigation drop-down menu.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5 Wireless Operating Modes Click on the Wireless link on the navigation drop-down menu. In this section you may select the operating mode of the device. Options available are: Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS, or Repeater. Each operating mode is described in detail below. 3.2.5.1 Switching between Operating Modes Each of the operating modes offers different features.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.2 Access Point Operating Mode In order to configure the device as an Access Point, select Access Point from the Operating Mode drop-down list. A dialog box will appear to notify you that the system will restart in order for the change to take effect.
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Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 • Radio: Choose to Enable or Disable the wireless radio. • Band: Select the IEEE 802.11 mode from the drop-down list. For example, if you are sure that the wireless network will be using only IEEE 802.11g clients, then it is recommended to select 802.11g only instead of 2.4 GHz B+G which will reduce the performance of the wireless network.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.2.3 Advanced Click on Advanced link under the Wireless drop-down menu. This page allows you to configure the fragmentation threshold, RTS threshold, beacon period, transmit power, DTIM interval, etc. Fragment Threshold: Packets over the specified size will be fragmented in order to improve performance on noisy networks.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Preamble Type: Select a short or long preamble. For optimum performance it is recommended to also configure the client device as the same preamble type. CTS Protection: CTS (Clear to Send) can be always enabled, auto, or disabled. By enabled CTS, the Access Point and clients will wait for a ‘clear’...
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.2.4.2 WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) Click on the Security link under the Wireless drop-down menu. WEP is an acronym for Wired Equivalent Privacy, and is a security protocol that provides the same level of security for wireless networks as for a wired network. WEP is less secure as compares to WPA encryption.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Encryption: Select WEP from the drop-down list. Authentication Type: Select Open, or Shared Key. Authentication method from the drop-down list. An open system allows any client to authenticate as long as it conforms to any MAC address filter policies that may have been set. All authentication packets are transmitted without encryption.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 ESSID Selection: As this device supports multiple SSIDs, it is possible to configure a different security mode for each SSID (profile). Select an SSID from the drop-down list. Broadcast SSID: Select Enable or Disable from the drop-down list. This is the SSID broadcast feature.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 ESSID Selection: As this device supports multiple SSIDs, it is possible to configure a different security mode for each SSID (profile). Select an SSID from the drop-down list. Broadcast SSID: Select Enable or Disable from the drop-down list. This is the SSID broadcast feature.
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Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Setup button on the device. The device acts as a registrar for the network, although other devices may act as a registrar as well. Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a feature that locks the wireless security settings and prevents the settings from being changed by any new external registrar using its PIN.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.2.6 Client List Click on the Client List link under the Wireless drop-down menu. This page displays the list of Clients that are associated to the Access Point. The MAC address and signal strength for each client is displayed. Click on the Refresh button to refresh the client list 3.2.5.2.7 VLAN Click on the VLAN link under the Wireless drop-down menu.
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Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.3 Client Bridge Operating Mode In order to configure the device as an Access Point, select Client Bridge from the Operating Mode drop-down list. A dialog box will appear to notify you that the system will restart in order for the change to take effect.
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Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 • Radio: Choose to Enable or Disable the wireless radio. • Mode : This drop-down list is fixed to Client as this is the Client Bridge operating mode. • Band: Select the IEEE 802.11 mode from the drop-down list. For example, if you are sure that the wireless network will be using only IEEE 802.11g clients, then it is recommended to select 802.11g only instead of 2.4 GHz B+G which will reduce the performance of the wireless network.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.3.3 Wireless Security Mode Click on the Security link under the Wireless drop-down menu. To protect your privacy this mode supports several types of wireless security: WEP WPA, WPA2, and 802.1x RADIUS. WEP is the original wireless encryption standard. WPA provides a higher level of security.
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Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 HEX for use over the network. Four keys can be defined so that you can change keys easily. A default key is automatically generated when WEP is enabled. ESSID Selection: As this device supports multiple SSIDs, it is possible to configure a different security mode for each SSID (profile).
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 (hexadecimal - using characters 0-9, A-F) or ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange - alphanumeric characters) format. ASCII format is provided so you can enter a string that is easier to remember. WEP Key 1-4: You may enter four different WEP keys.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 WPA Mode: Select the Auto WPA / WPA2 from the drop-down list. WPA Type: Select TKIP, AES, or WPA2 Mixed. The encryption algorithm used to secure the data communication. TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) provides per-packet key generation and is based on WEP.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Broadcast SSID: Select Enable or Disable from the drop-down list. This is the SSID broadcast feature. When this option is set to Enable, your wireless network name is . If you're not using encryption then broadcast to anyone within the range of your signal they could connect to your network.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Pre-shared Key Type:: Select Passphrase from the drop-down list. Pre-Shared Key: The key is entered as a pass-phrase of up to 63 alphanumeric characters in ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) format at both ends of the wireless connection.
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Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.4 WDS Operating Mode In order to configure the device as an Access Point, select WDS from the Operating Mode drop- down list. A dialog box will appear to notify you that the system will restart in order for the change to take effect.
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Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 • Radio: Choose to Enable or Disable the wireless radio. • Mode : This drop-down list is fixed to WDS as this is the Wireless Distribution operating mode. • Band: Select the IEEE 802.11 mode from the drop-down list. For example, if you are sure that the wireless network will be using only IEEE 802.11g clients, then it is recommended to select 802.11g only instead of 2.4 GHz B+G which will reduce the performance of the wireless network.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.4.3 Advanced Click on Advanced link under the Wireless drop-down menu. This page allows you to configure the fragmentation threshold, RTS threshold, beacon period, transmit power, DTIM interval, etc. Fragment Threshold: Packets over the specified size will be fragmented in order to improve performance on noisy networks.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 CTS Protection: CTS (Clear to Send) can be always enabled, auto, or disabled. By enabled CTS, the Access Point and clients will will wait for a ‘clear’ signal before transmitting. It is recommended to select auto. Tx Power: You may control the transmit output power of the device by selecting a value from the drop-down list.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.4.4.2 WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) Click on the Security link under the Wireless drop-down menu. WEP is an acronym for Wired Equivalent Privacy, and is a security protocol that provides the same level of security for wireless networks as for a wired network. WEP is less secure as compares to WPA encryption.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Encryption: Select WEP from the drop-down list. Authentication Type: Select Open, or Shared Key. Authentication method from the drop-down list. An open system allows any client to authenticate as long as it conforms to any MAC address filter policies that may have been set. All authentication packets are transmitted without encryption.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 ESSID Selection: As this device supports multiple SSIDs, it is possible to configure a different security mode for each SSID (profile). Select an SSID from the drop-down list. Broadcast SSID: Select Enable or Disable from the drop-down list. This is the SSID broadcast feature.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 ESSID Selection: As this device supports multiple SSIDs, it is possible to configure a different security mode for each SSID (profile). Select an SSID from the drop-down list. Broadcast SSID: Select Enable or Disable from the drop-down list. This is the SSID broadcast feature.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.4.6 WMM (Wireless Multimedia) Click on the WMM link under the Wireless drop-down menu. WMM is Quality of Service (QoS) for wireless and ensures that voice and video applications get priority in order to run smoothly. Specify the priority and then click on the Apply button.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Once the device has restarted into Repeater mode, you will see a new drop-down menu with six options which are: Status, Basic, Advanced, Security, Client List, and WMM. Each of the options is described in detail below. 3.2.5.5.1 Status Click on the Status link under the Wireless drop-down menu.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 • Band: Select the IEEE 802.11 mode from the drop-down list. For example, if you are sure that the wireless network will be using only IEEE 802.11g clients, then it is recommended to select 802.11g only instead of 2.4 GHz B+G which will reduce the performance of the wireless network.
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Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Fragment Threshold: Packets over the specified size will be fragmented in order to improve performance on noisy networks. Specify a value between 256 and 65535. The default value is 2346. RTS Threshold: Packets over the specified size will use the RTS/CTS mechanism to maintain performance in noisy networks and preventing hidden nodes from degrading the performance.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.2.5.5.4 Wireless Security Mode Click on the Security link under the Wireless drop-down menu. To protect your privacy this mode supports several types of wireless security: WEP WPA, WPA2, and 802.1x RADIUS. WEP is the original wireless encryption standard. WPA provides a higher level of security.
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Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 ESSID Selection: As this device supports multiple SSIDs, it is possible to configure a different security mode for each SSID (profile). Select an SSID from the drop-down list. Broadcast SSID: Select Enable or Disable from the drop-down list. This is the SSID broadcast feature.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Information Interchange - alphanumeric characters) format. ASCII format is provided so you can enter a string that is easier to remember. WEP Key 1-4: You may enter four different WEP keys. Enable 802.1x Authentication: Place a check in this box if you would like to use RADIUS authentication.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 WPA Type: Select TKIP, AES, or WPA2 Mixed. The encryption algorithm used to secure the data communication. TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) provides per-packet key generation and is based on WEP. AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) is a very secure block based encryption.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 . If you're not using encryption then broadcast to anyone within the range of your signal they could connect to your network. When this is disabled, you must enter the Wireless Network Name (SSID) on the client manually to connect to the network. WMM: Choose to Enable or Disable WMM.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.3 Network Click on the Network link on the navigation drop- down menu. You will then see three options: Status, LAN, and WAN. Each option is described in detail below. 3.3.1 Status Click on the Status link on the Network navigation drop-down menu. This page will display the current LAN settings such as IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.3.2 LAN / DHCP Client, Server Click on the LAN link on the Network navigation drop-down menu. This page will allow you to configure the device as a static or dynamic IP address, along with DHCP server settings.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.3.3 WAN (Bridge/Router) Click on the WAN link on the Network navigation drop-down menu. This device can be configured at a Router or a Bridge. Select Enable (Router) mode if the WAN port is connected to the Internet.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.3.3.2 WAN – Dynamic IP address The WAN interface can be configured as a DHCP Client in which the ISP provides the IP address to the device. This is also known as Dynamic IP. Login Method: Select the Dynamic IP Address from the drop-down list.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.3.3.3 WAN – PPPoE The WAN interface can be configured as PPPoE. This type of connection is usually used for a DSL service and requires a username and password to connect. Login Method: Select PPPoE from the drop-down list. Login: Specify the user name which is provided by your ISP.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.3.3.4 WAN – PPTP The WAN interface can be configured as PPTP. PPTP (Point to Point Tunneling Protocol) uses a virtual private network to connect to your ISP. This method of connection is primarily used in Europe. This method of connection requires you to enter a username and password (provided by your ISP) to gain access to the Internet.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 set too high, packets will be fragmented downstream. If the router's MTU is set too low, the router will fragment packets unnecessarily and in extreme cases may be unable to establish some connections. In either case, network performance can suffer.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.4.2 SNMP Click on the SNMP link on the Management navigation drop-down menu. This option allows you to assign the contact details, location, community name and trap settings for SNMP. This is a networking management protocol used to monitor network- attached devices.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Ensure that you have downloaded the appropriate firmware from the vendor’s website. Connect the device to your PC using an Ethernet cable, as the firmware cannot be upgraded using the wireless interface. Click on the Browse button to select the firmware and then click on the Apply button. 3.4.4 Restore to Factory Default Click on the Configure link in the navigation menu Click on the Reset button to reset the device to the factory default settings.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.4.5 Backup Settings Click on the Configure link in the navigation menu Click on the Save button to backup the current settings on the local disk. 3.4.6 Restore Settings Click on the Configure link in the navigation menu Click on the Browse button to select the file that has been backed up and then click on the Upload button.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.5 Tools Click on the Tools link on the navigation drop- down menu. You will then see four options: Time zone, power saving, diagnosis, and reset. Each option is described in detail below. 3.5.1 Time Zone Click on the Time Zone link in the navigation menu.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 3.5.2 Power Saving Click on the Power Saving link in the navigation menu. This page allows you to enable power saving on the wired and wireless interface. WLAN: Choose to Enable or Disable the wireless LAN power saving model. Ethernet: Choose to Enable or Disable the Ethernet (wired) power saving mode.
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Appendix A – Specifications Hardware Summary Physical Interface LAN: One 10/100/1000Mbps Reset Button Power Jack WPS push button (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) LEDs Status Power/ Status LAN (10/100/1000Mbps) WLAN (Wireless Connection) Power Power Supply: 90 to 240 VDC ± 10%, 50/60 Hz (depends on Requirements different countries) Active Ethernet (Power over Ethernet, IEEE802.3af)- 48...
Multi-Function Gigabit Wireless-N Client Bridge Version 1.0 Appendix B – FCC Interference Statement Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.