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Ruckus Wireless
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ZoneFlex
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Outdoor Access Point

User Guide

Part Number 800-70205-001
Published January 2009
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  • Page 1: User Guide

    Ruckus Wireless ® ZoneFlex 2741 802.11g ® Outdoor Access Point User Guide Part Number 800-70205-001 Published January 2009 www.ruckuswireless.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Guide Document Conventions ..........i Related Documentation .
  • Page 4 Step 4: Attaching the Mounting Brackets ........38 What You Will Need .
  • Page 5 Enabling Logging and Sending Event Logs to a Syslog Server....88 Sending a Copy of the Log File to Ruckus Wireless Support....89 Saving a Copy of the Current Log to Your Computer .

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Most user guides and release notes are available in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) or HTML on the Ruckus Wireless Support Web site at: http://support.ruckuswireless.com/...

  • Page 8: Related Documentation

    Documentation Feedback Ruckus Wireless is interested in improving its documentation and welcomes your comments and suggestions. You can email your comments to Ruckus Wireless at: docs@ruckuswireless.com When contacting us, please include the following information: Document title ■...

  • Page 9: Introducing The Zoneflex Access Point

    “Mounting Kit Contents” for details) ■ Bag containing bottom Access Point cover and related accessories (see “Bottom ■ Cover and Accessories” for details) Software License Agreement/Product Warranty Statement ■ Regulatory Statement ■ ZoneFlex 2741 802.11g Outdoor Access Point Getting Started Guide ■...

  • Page 10: Mounting Kit Contents

    Introducing the ZoneFlex Access Point Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point WARNING: The Ruckus Wireless PoE injector and power adapter (if supplied with your Access Point) are for indoor use only. Never mount the PoE injector and power adapter outdoor with the Access Point.

  • Page 11: Bottom Cover And Accessories

    Introducing the ZoneFlex Access Point Unpacking the ZoneFlex Access Point Bottom Cover and Accessories Bottom cover of the Access Point ■ DC terminal block ■ Black solid rubber stoppers (2 pieces) ■ Rubber O-rings (1 black and 1 green) ■ White P-clip cable clamp (2 pieces) ■...

  • Page 12: Getting To Know The Access Point Features

    Access Point features that are relevant to the installation and mounting instructions that this guide provides. Before you begin the installation process, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you become familiar with these features. Figure 3. Access Point LEDs and bottom connectors...

  • Page 13: Led Colors And What They Mean

    Introducing the ZoneFlex Access Point Getting to Know the Access Point Features Table 1. LEDs and bottom panel connectors Label Description LEDs “LED Colors and What They Mean” below for more information. RJ45 LAN port that supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) and 10/ 100Mbps network connections Reset Using a pointed object (for example, a pen), press this...
  • Page 14 Introducing the ZoneFlex Access Point Getting to Know the Access Point Features Table 2. LED states and behaviors Meaning • Green: The Access Point is functioning as a mesh AP (MAP) and the wireless signal to its uplink MAP is good (> 24dbm). •...
  • Page 15 Introducing the ZoneFlex Access Point Getting to Know the Access Point Features If you want to extend the range of your wireless network, you can connect an external high gain antenna to the standard N-type radio frequency (RF) antenna connector on the top panel of the Access Point.
  • Page 16 Introducing the ZoneFlex Access Point Getting to Know the Access Point Features...

  • Page 17: Installing The Access Point

    Installing the Access Point In This Chapter Before You Begin............9 Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point .

  • Page 18: Perform A Site Survey

    Installing the Access Point Before You Begin NOTE: At the beginning of each procedure, this guide lists the specific tools, accessories, and equipment that you will need to complete the procedure. Perform a Site Survey Before installing the Access Point, perform a site survey to determine the optimal Access Point placement or maximum range, coverage, and network performance.

  • Page 19: Determine The Optimal Mounting Location And Orientation

    Orientation The location and orientation that you choose for the Access Point play a critical role in the performance of your wireless network. In general, Ruckus Wireless recommends installing the Access Point away from obstructions and sources of interference and ensuring that the Access Point’s dome is pointing in the general direction of its wireless...
  • Page 20 Installing the Access Point Before You Begin Figure 6. Recommended orientation for maximum vertical plane coverage Excellent Reach Limited Reach Good Reach Excellent Reach...

  • Page 21: Become Familiar With The Installation Components

    Access Point are for indoor use only. Ruckus Wireless also strongly recommends that you form a drip loop on any cable that is connected to devices that are installed outdoor (for example, the Access...
  • Page 22 Installing the Access Point Before You Begin Figure 8. Typical installation components using both PoE and DC power sources Router or switch Ground rod Ethernet (CAT5) cable Drip loop PoE injector Outdoor-rated FTP cable PoE injector power adapter ZoneFlex Outdoor Access Point Outdoor-rated FTP cable DC cable Ethernet surge protector...

  • Page 23: Decide How You Will Supply Power To The Access Point

    For additional lightning protection, use lightning rods and lightning arrestors. WARNING: The Ruckus Wireless PoE injector (if supplied with your Access Point) is for indoor use only. Never mount the PoE injector outdoor with the Access Point. Decide How You Will Supply Power to the Access...
  • Page 24 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point If you use this method, make sure that you do not change the IP address CAUTION: of ZoneDirector after the AP discovers and registers with it. If you change the ZoneDirector IP address, the AP will no longer be able to communicate with it and will be unable to rediscover it.
  • Page 25 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point Use Power Over Ethernet 1. Take out the PoE injector and the power adapter from the Access Point package. 2. Obtain two Ethernet cables. 3. Connect one end of one Ethernet cable to the PoE Out port on the PoE injector, and then connect the other end to the RJ45 port on the Access Point.
  • Page 26 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point Figure 10. Connect the ground wire to the V- terminal and the +12v DC wire to the V+ terminal 12V DC Wire to V+ Terminal Ground Wire to V- Terminal 5.
  • Page 27 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point 2. Connect the Access Point to the Same Subnet as ZoneDirector 1. Verify that the Access Point is powered on. 2. Connect the Access Point to the same Layer 2 subnet as ZoneDirector. The same Layer 2 subnet means that there should not be any router between the Access Point and ZoneDirector.

  • Page 28: Configuring For Standalone Operation Or For Management By Flexmaster

    Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point Configuring for Standalone Operation or for Management by FlexMaster What You Will Need Before starting with the configuration task, make sure that you have the following requirements ready: An administrative computer (notebook computer) running on Microsoft Windows ■...
  • Page 29 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point 3. When the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the scrolling list, and then click Properties. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box appears. 4.
  • Page 30 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point 2. Connect the Access Point to the Administrative Computer The procedure for connecting the Access Point to the administrative computer depends on the power source that you will be using. You can do one of the following: Use Power Over Ethernet ■...
  • Page 31 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point Use DC Power To use DC to power the Access Point, you need to connect a DC cable (not supplied with the Access Point) to the DC terminal block. 1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 port on the Access Point, and then connect the other end to the administrative computer’s Ethernet port.
  • Page 32 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point Figure 15. Connect the DC terminal block to the 12V DC port 7. Connect the DC cable to a DC power source (for example, a battery). You have completed connecting the Access Point to the administrative computer and to a DC power source.

  • Page 33: Configure The Wireless Settings

    Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point Figure 16. The ZoneFlex Access Point login page 5. In User name, type super. 6. In Password, type sp-admin. 7. Click Log In. The Web interface appears, displaying the Device page. 8.
  • Page 34 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point Table 5. Common wireless configuration Setting Recommended Value Wireless Mode Auto-select Channel SmartSelect Country Code • If you purchased the Access Point in the United States, this value is fixed to United States at the factory and is not user configurable.
  • Page 35 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point For example, you can type Ruckus Wireless AP. This SSID is the name that will help users identify this wireless network in their wireless network connection application. You may also configure other wireless settings on this and other Wireless #...
  • Page 36 Installing the Access Point Step 1: Preconfiguring the Access Point 4. In FlexMaster Server URL, type the URL of the FlexMaster server on the network. You can use either http or https to connect to the URL and include either the host name or IP address of the FlexMaster server in the URL.

  • Page 37: Step 2: Verifying Access Point Operation

    You are now ready to connect the Access Point to your network. Step 2: Verifying Access Point Operation Before mounting the unit, Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends that you verify that the Access Point is operating correctly. To do this, you will need to connect the Access...

  • Page 38: Check The Leds

    The WLAN LED is green. This indicates that at least one wireless client is ■ connected to the Access Point’s WLAN service. If you do not have Ruckus Wireless ZoneDirector on the network, the DIR LED is ■ off. This indicates that the Access Point is operating in standalone mode. If there is a ZoneDirector device on the network, the DIR LED is green.

  • Page 39: Disconnect The Access Point From The Network

    Installing the Access Point Step 3: Deploying the Access Point 4. Check the value for Last successful contact. If it shows a date in green, this indicates that the Access Point was able successfully communicate with Flex- Master. Disconnect the Access Point from the Network 1.
  • Page 40 Installing the Access Point Step 3: Deploying the Access Point NOTE: Install the Ethernet surge protector between the Access Point and the PoE injector and use two outdoor-rated Ethernet cables for the connections. See Figure for an example. 5. Connect one end of the other Ethernet cable to the LAN port on the PoE injector, and then connect the other end to your network.
  • Page 41 Installing the Access Point Step 3: Deploying the Access Point Figure 21. Install the white P-clip clamp and the black rubber O-ring You have completed setting up the PoE power connection.
  • Page 42 Installing the Access Point Step 3: Deploying the Access Point Use DC Power To use DC to power the Access Point, you need to connect a DC cable (not supplied with the Access Point) to the DC terminal block. 1. Take out the DC terminal block from the small plastic bag that contains the bottom cover of the Access Point.
  • Page 43 Installing the Access Point Step 3: Deploying the Access Point Figure 23. Install the white P-clip clamp and the black rubber O-ring P-clip Cable Clamp Rubber O-ring If you are not connecting the DC cable to the DC terminal block, make CAUTION: sure you cover the right cable groove with one of the supplied solid rubber stoppers.

  • Page 44: Install The Back Panel Cover

    Installing the Access Point Step 3: Deploying the Access Point 2. Install the Back Panel Cover Place the bottom cover of the Access Point onto the bottom section, and then fasten it using the three machine screws that are supplied with the Access Point. Before installing the bottom cover, verify that the perimeter rubber gasket CAUTION: on the underside of the cover is clear of debris.

  • Page 45: Connect The Access Point To The Network

    Installing the Access Point Step 3: Deploying the Access Point 3. Connect the Access Point to the Network In this step, you will connect the Access Point from its mounting location to the network. The connections required for your installation depend on the power sources that you are using.

  • Page 46: Step 4: Attaching The Mounting Brackets

    Installing the Access Point Step 4: Attaching the Mounting Brackets 2. Verify that the Cat5e FTP cable (outdoor-rated) from the Access Point is long enough to reach the PoE injector that is installed indoor. 3. Install an Ethernet surge protector between the Access Point and the PoE injector where the cable enters the building (as shown in Figure 25).

  • Page 47: Attach The Static Bracket To The Mounting Surface

    ■ Attaching the Bracket to a Flat Surface WARNING: Ruckus Wireless strongly recommends that you wear eye protection before drilling holes on the mounting surface. NOTE: The wall anchors that are supplied with the Access Point are for mounting on solid masonry walls only.
  • Page 48 Installing the Access Point Step 4: Attaching the Mounting Brackets Figure 26. Mark the locations of the mounting holes 3. Remove the static bracket from the mounting surface. 4. Drill an 8mm-diameter hole with a depth of 36mm-38mm into each of the four markings that you made on the mounting surface.
  • Page 49 Installing the Access Point Step 4: Attaching the Mounting Brackets Figure 27. Insert a wall anchor into each hole that you drilled, and then place a metal cone and a flat washer on top...
  • Page 50 Installing the Access Point Step 4: Attaching the Mounting Brackets 7. Align the four screw holes on the bracket with the wall anchors that you inserted earlier. Figure 28. Align the screw holes on the bracket with the wall anchors 8.

  • Page 51: Attaching The Bracket To A Pole

    Installing the Access Point Step 4: Attaching the Mounting Brackets 9. Using a 10mm open-end wrench, tighten the nuts to secure the bracket to the mounting surface. Screw torque value must be 4kg-5kg. As you tighten the nuts, the metal cones that are built into the wall anchors will expand and lock the wall anchors into place.
  • Page 52 Installing the Access Point Step 4: Attaching the Mounting Brackets 2. Use the clamp to attach the bracket to the pole. Figure 31. Use the clamp to attach the bracket to the pole 3. Using a 10mm flathead screwdriver, tighten the clamp lock to secure the bracket to the pole.

  • Page 53: Attach The Dynamic Bracket To The Access Point

    Installing the Access Point Step 4: Attaching the Mounting Brackets 2. Attach the Dynamic Bracket to the Access Point 1. Place the dynamic bracket onto the flat side of the Access Point so that the four screw holes on the bracket align with the four screw holes on the Access Point. Make sure that the shorter end of the mounting bracket is on the same side as the antenna connector.

  • Page 54: Step 5: Mounting The Access Point

    Installing the Access Point Step 5: Mounting the Access Point 3. Using a 6mm Phillips screwdriver, tighten the four machine screws to fasten the bracket to the Access Point. Screw torque value must be 4kg-5kg. 4. Continue to “Step 3: Deploying the Access Point” page Step 5: Mounting the Access Point To mount the Access Point, you will need to join the two mounting brackets that you...
  • Page 55 Installing the Access Point Step 5: Mounting the Access Point Figure 34. Joining the two brackets in a vertical pole installation 2. Align the mounting holes on the dynamic bracket with the mounting holes on the static bracket. 3. Place a split lock washer, and then a flat washer onto a hex bolt. Then insert the hex bolt into one of the mounting holes.
  • Page 56 Installing the Access Point Step 5: Mounting the Access Point Figure 35. Insert hex bolts into the mounting holes 5. Finger tighten the hex bolts. 6. Adjust the Access Point to your desired orientation. NOTE: If you have not yet determined the optimal orientation for your Access Point, refer to “Determine the Optimal Mounting Location and Orientation”...

  • Page 57: Mounting And Connecting The External Antenna (Optional)

    Installing the Access Point Mounting and Connecting the External Antenna (Optional) Mounting and Connecting the External Antenna (Optional) If you want to extend the range of your wireless network, you can connect a 2.4GHz 9dBi (or lower) external antenna to the standard N-type female connector on the Access Point.
  • Page 58 Installing the Access Point Mounting and Connecting the External Antenna (Optional) Figure 36. Connect the RF coaxial cable to the standard N-type female connector on the Access Point. To Patch Antenna If the antenna comes with a standard N-type male connector for direct connection (for example, an omnidirectional antenna), connect the standard N-type male connector to the standard N-type female connector on the Access Point.
  • Page 59 Installing the Access Point Mounting and Connecting the External Antenna (Optional) Figure 37. Connect the standard N-type male connector to the standard N-type female connector on the Access Point 4. Apply weatherproofing tape to the antenna connector to help prevent water from entering the connector.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting Installation

    Installing the Access Point Troubleshooting Installation Troubleshooting Installation If the startup sequence does not work, verify that the network name (SSID) and security settings (if you enabled it) on the AP match the settings on your wireless device. Disconnect the AP from the power source, wait 5 seconds, then reconnect it—and ■...

  • Page 61: Navigating The Web Interface

    Navigating the Web Interface ..........54 Logging Into the ZoneFlex Web Interface If you need to manage your AP, you do it with the features of the Ruckus Wireless Web interface (which you already used to set up the AP for use).

  • Page 62: Navigating The Web Interface

    Navigating the Web Interface Navigating the Web Interface Navigating the Web Interface You manage the Access Point through a Web browser-based interface that you can access from any computer that is on the same subnet as the Access Point. Table 6 lists the Web interface features that are identified in Figure...
  • Page 63 Navigating the Web Interface Navigating the Web Interface Table 6. ZoneFlex AP Web interface elements Element Description Help Button Click this button to open a help window with information related specifically to the options currently displayed in the workspace.
  • Page 64 Navigating the Web Interface Navigating the Web Interface...

  • Page 65: Configuring The Access Point

    Configuring the Access Point In This Chapter Configuring the System Settings ..........57 Configuring Network Settings .

  • Page 66: Configuring Network Settings

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring Network Settings Figure 39. The Configuration > Device page Configuring Network Settings This section describes how to view and configure the AP’s network settings. Topics discussed include: Default IP Addressing Behavior By default, the AP is configured to automatically obtain an IP address from a DHCP server on the network.
  • Page 67 Configuring the Access Point Configuring Network Settings Figure 40. The Configuration > Internet page To review and modify the network configuration 1. Go to Configuration > Internet. The Internet page appears. 2. Verify that Connection Type is set to Static IP. 3.

  • Page 68: Changing The Network Connection Type

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring Network Settings Changing the Network Connection Type NOTE: Perform this task only with guidance from your ISP. The required entries for static IP address or PPPoE should be available, if your AP connection type is changed to either of those types.

  • Page 69: Renewing Or Releasing Dhcp

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring Network Settings As ZoneFlex devices support multiple wireless networks (SSIDs), you should define which SSID should be tunneled and which should be locally bridged. You can configure this on the VLAN page. For more information, refer to “Configuring VLAN Settings”...

  • Page 70: Configuring Common Wireless Settings

    If you purchased the AP in the United States, you do not need to manually set the country code. Ruckus Wireless APs that are sold in the US are preconfigured with the correct country code and this setting cannot be changed.

  • Page 71: Reviewing The Advanced > Common Options

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring Common Wireless Settings Figure 42. The Configuration > Wireless page Reviewing the Advanced > Common Options This page permits access to advanced wireless functions. These settings should only be changed by an experienced administrator. Incorrect settings can severely impact wireless performance.
  • Page 72 Configuring the Access Point Configuring Common Wireless Settings Table 8. Advanced > Common options Option Description Transmit Power The default setting is Full. Select the level of transmit power from the drop-down menu. This option sets the maximum transmit power level relative to the predefined power (this value differs according to the current country code).

  • Page 73: Setting Threshold Options

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring Common Wireless Settings Figure 43. The Configuration > Wireless > Advanced > Common page Setting Threshold Options The following options allow you to fine-tune the “Protection Mode” behavior, set previously on the Wireless > Common page. After activating a Protection Mode, you can open each Wireless tab and customize the threshold settings, that determine what is put in effect and when.
  • Page 74 Configuring the Access Point Configuring Common Wireless Settings Table 9. Threshold options Option Description Beacon Interval (The default value is 100.) The value indicates the frequency interval of the beacon in millisecond. A beacon is a broadcast packet by Access Point (AP) to synchronize the wireless network.

  • Page 75: Configuring Wlan Settings

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring WLAN Settings Figure 44. Threshold settings Configuring WLAN Settings This section describes how to configure WLAN-specific settings, such as wireless availability, SSID, encryption, and authentication. To configure WLAN settings 1. Go to Configuration > Wireless. The Configuration :: Wireless :: Common page appears.
  • Page 76 Configuring the Access Point Configuring WLAN Settings Table 10. Wireless # options SSID This is the publicly-broadcast “name” of your wireless network. A default SSID is present (which you ideally replaced in the installation process). If the default SSID is still active, it is strongly recommended that you change it.

  • Page 77: Using Wep

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring WLAN Settings Figure 45. WLAN settings Using WEP Do not customize these options unless you are an experienced network CAUTION: administrator or are under the guidance of an IT/support professional. To configure WLAN-specific WEP encryption settings 1.
  • Page 78 Configuring the Access Point Configuring WLAN Settings Table 11. WEP settings Encryption Setting Description Authentication Mode Your options include: • Open: No security measure is enforced. • Shared Key: The selected Default Shared Key is used. • Auto: Automatically-selected authentication mode. Encryption Strength •...

  • Page 79: Using Wpa

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring WLAN Settings Figure 46. WEP settings Using WPA Do not customize these options unless you are an experienced network CAUTION: administrator or are under the guidance of an IT/support professional. Use of WPA PSK allows automatic key generation based on a single passphrase. WPA- PSK provides very strong security, but may not be supported on older wireless devices.
  • Page 80 Configuring the Access Point Configuring WLAN Settings Table 12. WPA settings Encryption Setting Description WPA Version Your options are WPA, WPA2 or WPA Auto. • When WPA is selected, the wireless client decides the version of WPA will be used. WPA is the recommended default for best compatibility.

  • Page 81: Customizing 802.1X Settings

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring WLAN Settings Figure 47. WPA settings Customizing 802.1x Settings Do not customize these options unless you are an experienced network CAUTION: administrator or are under the guidance of an IT/support professional. If you choose “WPA” as the encryption method, you have the option to set up the AP to act as an 802.1x proxy, utilizing external authentication sources such as a RADIUS server.
  • Page 82 Configuring the Access Point Configuring WLAN Settings • RADIUS NAS-ID: Enter the network ID assigned to your RADIUS server. • Authentication Server [-Required-]: Enter the information needed to estab- lish a connection between the AP and the RADIUS server. • Accounting Server [-Optional-]: Enter the information needed to establish this connection.

  • Page 83: Controlling Access To The Wireless Network

    Configuring the Access Point Controlling Access to the Wireless Network Controlling Access to the Wireless Network Access Control give you control over which stations are allowed to join (associate with) your WLAN networks. There are "tab" entries for each available WLAN. Changing the Access Controls for a WLAN 1.

  • Page 84: Removing Mac Addresses From The List

    Configuring the Access Point Controlling Access to the Wireless Network Removing MAC Addresses from the List Simply check the box under the Remove column for the MAC address entry you want to remove from the table, and then click Update. The page refreshes and the MAC address that you removed disappears from the list.

  • Page 85: Configuring Vlan Settings

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring VLAN Settings are 0-9, a-f, and A-F. Most address-tags and software where you find MAC addresses listed include colons or dashes to separate the address-pairs; that is provided for you on the web page, so do not enter the colons or dashes. The wildcard characters are "x", "X"...

  • Page 86: Navigating The Vlan Page

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring VLAN Settings Figure 50. The Administration > VLAN page Navigating the VLAN Page Name: The name appearing in the first cell of each column identifies each ■ "network". Here the term refers to a single broadcast-domain. There is also a "Management"...
  • Page 87 Configuring the Access Point Configuring VLAN Settings Figure 51. VLAN tagging Untagged Tagged port port VLAN port state icons: "Member VLAN ports" allow the network’s traffic to flow ■ through its associated RJ45 connector. If that port is configured for VLAN-tagging, then the "tagged member VLAN port"...

  • Page 88: Changing A Vlan Id

    Configuring the Access Point Configuring VLAN Settings Changing a VLAN ID This task should be performed by an experienced network administrator or are under the guidance of an IT/support professional. 1. Go to Administrator > VLAN. The Administrator :: VLAN page appears. 2.
  • Page 89 Enabling Other Management Access Options........85 Sending a Copy of the Log File to Ruckus Wireless Support ..... . . 89 Enabling Logging and Sending Event Logs to a Syslog Server .

  • Page 90: Managing The Access Point

    Managing the Access Point Viewing Associated Wireless Clients Viewing Associated Wireless Clients A usage-monitoring capability has been built into the Access Point to help you monitor wireless clients that are associated with your wireless network. To view associated wireless clients 1.

  • Page 91: Viewing Local Services

    Managing the Access Point Viewing Local Services Viewing Local Services Go to Status > Local Services. The Status :: Local Services page appears, displaying a list of devices (computers, printers, access points) that are currently connected to the local network. Figure 54.

  • Page 92: Changing The Administrative Login Settings

    The default user name is super and the default password is sp-admin. To prevent unauthorized users from logging in to the Web interface using these default admin- istrator login settings, Ruckus Wireless recommends that you change the default Web interface password immediately after your first login.

  • Page 93: Enabling Other Management Access Options

    HTTP, Telnet, and SSH. In addition to these management access options, you can also view and set up the connection to the Ruckus Wireless FlexMaster under the TR-069/SNMP Manage- ment Choice options. If your ZoneFlex device is to be managed by FlexMaster, then the FlexMaster information (server URL and contact interval) is preconfigured before you receive your ZoneFlex device.
  • Page 94 Table Table 14. TR-069 and SNMP Management Options Option Description Auto Enables the ZoneFlex device to connect to either SNMP server, Ruckus Wireless ZoneDirector, or Ruckus Wireless FlexMaster. SNMP only Only allow SNMP management FlexMaster only Only allow FlexMaster management...

  • Page 95: Viewing Flexmaster Management Status

    Managing the Access Point Enabling Other Management Access Options Table 14. TR-069 and SNMP Management Options Option Description Associated-Clients When enabled, the AP monitors the association Monitoring Mode and disassociation activities of wireless clients and sends this information to FlexMaster. Available options include: •...

  • Page 96: Pointing The Ap To Flexmaster

    Managing the Access Point Enabling Logging and Sending Event Logs to a Syslog Server Table 15. TR-069 status information Status Information Description Current time Shows the current date and time as known to the AP. This timestamp is accurate is an NTP server is configured on the AP.

  • Page 97: Sending A Copy Of The Log File To Ruckus Wireless Support

    Managing the Access Point Sending a Copy of the Log File to Ruckus Wireless Support • Syslog Server Port: By default, the syslog port number is 514. If the syslog server is using a different port, enter that port number in this field.

  • Page 98: Saving A Copy Of The Current Log To Your Computer

    • Automate a regularly scheduled update • Run a one-time manual update right now. By default, the automatic upgrade option is active, and will check the Ruckus Wireless update server every 12 hours. To get started with upgrading the firmware, go to Maintenance > Upgrade. When the Maintenance >...

  • Page 99: Upgrading Manually Via The Web

    Managing the Access Point Upgrading the Firmware Figure 57. The Maintenance > Upgrade page Upgrading Manually via the Web 1. In the Upgrade Method options, click Web. 2. Click the Web Options URL field, and then type the URL of the download Web site.

  • Page 100: Scheduling An Automatic Upgrade

    Managing the Access Point Rebooting the Access Point Do not change any of the Image Control File, Username, or Password CAUTION: entries. 3. Click Perform Upgrade. A status bar appears during the upgrade process. 4. After the upgrade is completed, you must manually reboot the AP. Scheduling an Automatic Upgrade 1.

  • Page 101: Resetting The Access Point To Factory Default

    DO NOT reset the Access Point to factory default, unless you are directed WARNING: to do so by Ruckus Wireless support staff or by a network administrator. Do this only if you are able to immediately reconnect the restored AP to your computer, to reconfigure it for Wi-Fi network use —...
  • Page 102 Managing the Access Point Running Diagnostics...
  • Page 103 Index Numerics external antenna , 7, 49 dipole antenna , 51 802.1x , 73 patch antenna , 50 access control list , 75 firmware upgrade , 90 , 75 flat washers , 38 administrative login , 84 FlexMaster , 20 flexMaster management status , 87 antenna connector...
  • Page 104 logout , 54 tabs , 54 threshold options , 65 traceroute , 93 MAC address , 75 transmit power , 64 management access options , 85 menu , 54 mounting , 46 mounting brackets , 38 user name , 57 mounting kit contents mounting recommendations , 11...

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