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  • Page 1 FX-DS110-APE Access Point User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Trademarks

    Copyright 2001 CONTEC Co., LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC Co., LTD. CONTEC Co., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep current the information contained in this document.

  • Page 3: Product Configuration

    Floppy disk x 3 Smart Media Clip Magnet x 4 Check the contents to make sure that you have everything listed above. If you do not have all the items, contact your distributor or CONTEC group office where you purchased. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Features of the FLEXLAN-DS110 Series ..... 15 Roaming Function ............17 IP Tunneling Function ........... 19 Operating Mode Descriptions ........20 ADHOC (Simple Mode)..........20 Infrastructure (Standard Mode).........22 Inter-Segment Brouter Mode ........23 Brouter Mode...............25 Interconnection Mode ..........26 Operating Modes and Communications.....27 Comparison of Main Functions ........28 FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 5 Terminal Keyboard Operation........54 Explanation of Top Menu and IP Settings....55 Setup Using a Web Browser .......... 57 Connecting to the Web Browser PC ......58 Connecting to an FX-DS110-APE.......59 6. Software Setup ............61 Setting Method ............... 61 Password Input ............61 Operating Mode Selection...........62...
  • Page 6 Using TFTP to Restore the Settings ......85 Upgrading the Firmware ..........86 Performing an Upgrade Using SmartMedia .....86 Performing an Upgrade Using TFTP......86 Upgrade Firmware on Multiple APs ......87 Running the Loader to Forcibly Upgrade the Firmware ..............87 Using TFTP to Reboot the AP........88 FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 7 11. Appendix ............. 105 Factory Default Settings List ........105 Hardware Setup ............105 Software Setup ............106 Product Specifications..........108 Physical Specifications..........108 Software Specifications..........108 Environmental Specifications for Installing the FX-DS110-APE ...........109 LEDs ................110 FX-DS110-APE............110 During Normal Operation ........110 Others ................112 FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 8 User Unit..............11 Figure 2.4. Access Point............12 Figure 2.5. FX-DS110-APL ............12 Figure 2.6. Smart Media............13 Figure 2.7. Option Antenna for FX-DS110-APE.......13 Figure 2.8. Option Antenna for User Units........14 Figure 3.1. Roaming Function 1..........17 Figure 3.2. Roaming Function 2..........18 Figure 3.3.
  • Page 9 Figure 5.12. IP Address Setting Screen (2)........56 Figure 5.13. Example Browser Setting Screen ......57 Figure 6.1. Password Input Screen ..........61 Figure 7.1. How to Use SmartMedia .........80 Figure 8.1. Sample STA Application.........93 Figure 8.2. After STA Application ..........94 viii FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 10 TOP Menu...............55 Table 6.1. Setup Item List < 1 / 2 > ........64 Table 6.1. Setup Item List < 2 / 2 > ........65 Table 6.2. Access Point Type...........66 Table 6.3. Channel DIP Switch Settings ........69 Table 6.4. Static Route.............72 FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 11 Table 11.11. Error Display............112 Table 11.12. RSSI Display (When RSSI Switch Is “ON”) ..112 Table 11.13. AP Mode Display (When RSSI Switch Is “ON”) .. 112 Table 11.14. UTP Port Pin Assignments........113 Table 11.15. COM Port ............. 113 FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 12: Introduction

    IP address. - Duplicate connections can be established using the simple mode spanning tree feature - FX-DS110-APE units can be operated as brouters to form a multi-port wireless router. - Simple setup using a browser As the FX-DS110-APE contains a built-in web server, setup and management can be performed easily using any web browser.

  • Page 13: Terminology/Abbreviations

    SmartMedia into the FX-DS110- APE , no computer knowledge is required. - Automatic transmission speed switching (wireless) The FX-DS110-APE automatically switches the transmission speed between 11Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 2Mbps, and 1Mbps depending on the radio transmission conditions.

  • Page 14: Limited Three-Year Warranty

    Please obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA) from the CONTEC group office where you purchased before returning any product. * No product will be accepted by CONTEC group without the RMA number. Liability The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product.

  • Page 15: Handling Precautions

    The law prohibits modification of the interior of this product. Precautions Related to Service Clean the FX-DS110-APE by wiping lightly with a soft cloth moistened with water or a cleaning solution. Take care to avoid the use of benzene, thinners or other volatile solutions which may cause deformation or discoloration.

  • Page 16: Notes On Radio Interference

    3. Contact your local retailer or CONTEC if the product has trouble such as recurrent radio interference with mobile- identification local radio stations or specific low-power radio stations.

  • Page 17: Precautions Related To Electromagnetic Interference

    Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 5 cm must be maintained between this device and all persons. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 18: Component Locations And Setting

    Component Locations and Setting 2. Component Locations and Setting Component Locations LED Indicator DIP Switches LED Indicator Figure 2.1. FX-DS110-APE (Front) Antenna COM Port SmartMedia LED Indicator UTP Port Power supply jack Power Switch Power Cable Figure 2.2. FX-DS110-APE (Back)

  • Page 19: Table 2.1. Led Display During Normal Operation

    Table 2.2. Unit Type AP in Standard Mode, Inter-Segment Brouter Mode, Brouter Mode, or Interconnection Mode Name Indicator Status POWER(Front back) Power On MGMT Firmware is running. WLINK(Front back) User unit is connected. WTX/WRX Flashing Transmitting or receiving wireless data. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 20: Table 2.3. Unit Type Station In Standard Mode, Inter-Segment Brouter Mode, Brouter Mode, Or Interconnection Mode

    Spanning tree is in the Blocking state. WTX/WRX Flashing Transmitting or receiving wireless data. Table 2.5. Simple Mode, Spanning Tree OFF Name Indicator Status POWER(Front back) Power On MGMT Firmware is running. WLINK(Front back) Always illuminated WTX/WRX Flashing Transmitting or receiving wireless data. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 21: Table 2.6. Dip Switches

    Setting this switch ON causes the POWER, MGMT, WLINK, and WTX/WRX LEDs to start blinking. If the switch is turned OFF while the LEDs are still blinking (within INIT approximately 3 seconds), all AP settings return to their factory defaults the next time the unit is restarted. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 22: Production Introduction To The Flexlan-Ds110 Series

    - Plug diameter: φ 4.0mm (external diameter), φ 1.7mm (internal diameter) Note! Use either the AC power supply or DC power supply on the FX-DS110-APE. Using both power supplies at the same time may damage the AP. Production Introduction to the FLEXLAN-DS110 Series User unit (Option) The user unit is equivalent to the LAN card for a wired LAN.

  • Page 23: Figure 2.4. Access Point

    The access point is used to manage the wireless network, relay messages, and serve as the bridge to a wired LAN. It has advanced functions such as routing and tunneling. FX-DS110-APE Figure 2.4. Access Point Micro access point (Option) The micro access point can be used as an access point in a small- scale wireless LAN system or as a station (between the Ethernet and wireless converter).

  • Page 24: Figure 2.6. Smart Media

    Component Locations and Setting SmartMedia (Option) SmartMedia is used to save access point settings or to store upgrade information. The FX-DS110-APE can use 3.3V media in 2MB, 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, and 32MB sizes. You can purchase SmartMedia from general electrical stores.

  • Page 25: Figure 2.8. Option Antenna For User Units

    The FX-ANT-P2 built-in antenna, FX-ANT-P3 notebook PC antenna, and FX-ANT-P4 desktop PC antennas are available. FX-ANT-P2 FX-ANT-P3 FX-ANT-P4 Figure 2.8. Option Antenna for User Units FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 26: About Flexlan-Ds110 Series

    Three types of user unit interface are available: PC card, ISA bus, and PCI bus Access point FX-DS110-APE providing advanced features The FX-DS110-APE provides advanced features. It allows for a variety of forms of operation and is best suited even for a large- scale network.
  • Page 27 Each master AP can manage a maximum of 256 APs (including the master AP). Each AP can connect to a maximum of 254 UU/STs at one time. An AP can manage a maximum of 2048 UU/STs including tunneling UU/STs. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 28: Roaming Function

    2 R S S I 3 C H A N N E L 1 4 C H A N N E L 2 5 I N I T W L I N K L I N K / A C T F D X / C O L P O W E R O N O F F ‡B Figure 3.1. Roaming Function 1 FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 29: Figure 3.2. Roaming Function 2

    L I N K / A C T F D X / C O L ‡B Figure 3.2. Roaming Function 2 Note Roaming can only be used in standard mode and interconnection mode. Refer to the “Operating Mode Descriptions” section in this chapter for more details about the operating modes. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 30: Ip Tunneling Function

    L I N K / A C T F D X / C O L P O W E R O N O F F L I N K / A C T F D X / C O L Roaming beyond router Moves Figure 3.3. IP Tunneling Function FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 31: Operating Mode Descriptions

    (2) Can bridge multiple wired LAN's, allows duplication of lines. - Disadvantages (1) When the AP is a relay point the available communication range is narrower than in Infrastructure (Standard Mode). (2) Not suited to construction of large wireless LAN environments. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 32 When configuring a wireless LAN in simple (ADHOC) mode, be sure to place all wireless terminals within effective communication range. If units are too far apart, communications can be hindered by partitions or other obstacles causing some terminals to be unreachable and reducing system throughput. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 33: Infrastructure (Standard Mode)

    (2) If the IP tunneling function is used, communication can continue via different routers without needing to change IP address. (3) Allows log-in restrictions on unit type AP's (security function). - Disadvantages (1) All AP's must be IP controlled, requiring many settings. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 34: Inter-Segment Brouter Mode

    This type of connection is particularly useful when you wish to connect between different network groups but cannot do so via the wired LAN. RIP1 and static routing are supported. Network A Network B Multi-port router Network C Figure 3.7. Multi-Port Router FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 35 (2) IP frames are processed as a router and other frames are processed as a bridge. It is also possible to turn the bridge OFF. (3) Broadcast packets are not passed to the other network. - Disadvantages (1) Cannot support a backup line (2) User units cannot be used. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 36: Brouter Mode

    (1) Because the AP functions as a router, the wireless and wired networks can be disconnected. (2) Broadcast packets are not passed to the wired LAN. - Disadvantages (1) As the roaming and IP tunneling functions cannot be used, this mode of operation is suitable for relatively small wireless LANs. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 37: Interconnection Mode

    Wi-Fi. In this case, only one terminal can have a wired connection to the station AP. - Advantages (1) Can be used with wireless equipment from other vendors that has Wi-Fi approval. - Disadvantages (1) Proprietary FX-DS110-APE functions such as IP tunneling cannot be used. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 38: Operating Modes And Communications

    •› •›(ST ⇔ ST) Standard AP or ST INFRASTRUCTURE × •› •› Brouter AP or ST INFRASTRUCTURE × •› •› Inter-Segment Brouter AP or ST Cannot be used × × •› Interconnection AP or ST INFRASTRUCTURE(COMPATIBLE) × •› •› FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 39: Comparison Of Main Functions

    About FLEXLAN-DS110 Series Comparison of Main Functions The FX-DS110-APE has five operating modes. The available functions are different for each mode. The following shows a table of the relationship between the operating modes and main functions and gives a brief explanation of each function.

  • Page 40: Fx-Ds110-Ape

    Details are explained in Chapter 8. DHCP This function automatically allocates an IP address to wireless devices that log in the AP. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 41 This function encrypts wireless data. Two encryption methods are available: proprietary scrambling and WEP. Proprietary scrambling and WEP can both be used at the same time. However, communications cannot be performed between devices that use encryption and devices that do not. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 42: Installation Method

    MAC Address: Default IP Address: Attaching the Antenna The FX-DS110-APE uses a diversity antenna. Two antennas are fitted and the unit selects the antenna that gives the best reception. Note! Always attach both antennas. Operating without an antenna risks damaging the device.

  • Page 43: Setup

    Do not obstruct the ventilation slits. This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and can damage the components inside. Caution! Do not place the FX-DS110-APE upside-down. This will cause heat to accumulate and possible cause fire. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 44: Wall Installation

    The dimensions are shown in the figure above. (4 locations) (2) Attach the AP case such that the four wall-mount fittings on the wall insert into the wall-mount holes on the case. (3) Slide the AP unit down to hold it in place. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 45 Do not obstruct the ventilation slits. This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and can damage the components inside. Caution! Do not place the FX-DS110-APE upside-down. This will cause heat to accumulate and possible cause fire. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 46: Attaching Using A Magnet

    Installation Method Attaching Using a Magnet The magnet provided with the FX-DS110-APE makes it easy to attach or remove the AP from metal surfaces such as steel partitions or desks. Notes! - Do not place magnets near monitors, floppy disks, or other sensitive objects.

  • Page 47: Figure 4.6. Mounting On Steel Desks

    The unit can be mounted directly on steel desks. Pull lightly to make sure that the AP does not come off easily. Select a location that gives good radio reception. For better receiving sensitivity, mount the antenna against the steel surface. Figure 4.6. Mounting on Steel Desks FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 48: Cable Installation

    UTP cross cable (TP-X). (1) Connect the UTP cable (straight-through cable) to the UTP port in a hub or bridge. (2) Connect the other end of the UTP cable to the UTP port on the FX-DS110-APE. FX-DS110-APE 10/100 SmartMed...

  • Page 49: Power Supply Cable Connection

    When using the unit with an AC power supply, connect the AC power cable. This model can be used with supply voltage in the range 85 to 115VAC and 50/60Hz. Note! Always connect the power supply earth. Figure 4.8. Power Supply Earth Connection FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 50: Installation In A Network

    Installation Method Installation in a Network This section describes how to install the FX-DS110-APE to construct a network with improved performance and discusses the general features and radio characteristics of the wireless LAN as well as the guidelines for constructing the network.

  • Page 51: Operating Environment And Radio Waves

    Placing this product for a greater RSSI value makes the communication state more stable. If the RSSI value is small and slightly moving the position of the product does not increase the RSSI value, it indicates radio wave attenuation either to the distance or by an obstacle. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 52 Rarely, however, the date rate is reduced and, in the worst case, communication is disabled temporarily. In such cases, change the location of this product and the channel used for communication. This may solve the problem. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 53: Constructing A Network

    1 to 14 by RF. However, signal interference may occur if another network group is operating nearby using a channel number close to the selected channel number. It is recommend that the channels used for adjacent networks are separated by at least 5 channels. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 54 (9) Floors often contain steel beams or metal firewalls and therefore communication between floors is often not possible. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 55: Figure 4.9. Example Using Standard Mode

    2 R S S I 3 C H A N N E L 1 4 C H A N N E L 2 5 I N I T O N O F F W L I N K L I N K / A C T F D X / C O L P O W E R FX-DS110-APE Figure 4.9. Example Using Standard Mode FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 56: Figure 4.10. Example Using Simple Mode

    2 R S S I 3 C H A N N E L 1 4 C H A N N E L 2 5 I N I T W L I N K L I N K / A C T F D X / C O L P O W E R O N O F F FX-DS110-APE Figure 4.10. Example Using Simple Mode FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 57: Figure 4.11. Medium-Sized Wireless Lan

    W L I N K L I N K / A C T F D X / C O L P O W E R O N O F F FX-DS110-APE Notebook PC File server with FX-DS110-PCC Figure 4.11. Medium-Sized Wireless LAN This example constructs a wireless LAN operating over three floors of a building.

  • Page 58: Setup Preparation

    L I N K / A C T F D X / C O L Modem As both the terminal and modem connect to the COM port on the AP, they cannot both be used at the same time. Figure 5.1. WWW Browser FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 59: Setup Using A Terminal

    Setup Using a Terminal To setup the AP, connect a terminal or a PC running terminal software (such as the Wterm program provided with the AP or HyperTerminal provided with Windows 95 and 98). Figure 5.2. Example Terminal Setup Screen FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 60: Connecting The Terminal

    (1) Connect one end (D-SUB 9-pin male plug) of the RS-232C crossed-cable to the COM port on the AP. The COM port is located on the rear panel. FX-DS110-APE U T P 1 0 / 1 0 0 M C O M...

  • Page 61: Connect To Console Program

    Use the following procedure to connect to the console program. The examples below use the HyperTerminal program provided with Windows 95 and 98. (1) Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Accessories] - [HyperTerminal]. ([Accessories] - [Communications] - [HyperTerminal] in the case of Windows 98) Figure 5.4. HyperTerminal FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 62: Figure 5.5. Hyperterm.exe

    You can enter whatever you wish in the [Name] field. Enter a meaningful name (such as “FLEXLAN”). Figure 5.6. Selection of an Icon (4) Select [Connection Type] and click [OK]. Select the COM port to which you connected the RS-232C cable. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 63: Figure 5.7. Port Settings

    Setup Preparation (5) Set the [Port Settings] to the values shown below, then click [OK]. Figure 5.7. Port Settings (6) Press the ENTER key This starts the terminal program and displays the password entry screen. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 64: Figure 5.8. Password Entry Screen

    Figure 5.8. Password Entry Screen This displays the TOP menu. Figure 5.9. TOP Menu Note! The console program uses the “Shift-JIS” character set for Kanji codes. If characters do not display correctly, check the Kanji code setting for the terminal. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 65: Terminal Keyboard Operation

    Jump to the specified category - JP Change to Japanese mode (SHIFT-JIS) - US Change to English mode Save settings - BYE / OFF - H / ? Display a list of commands (Help screen) Figure 5.10. Help Screen FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 66: Explanation Of Top Menu And Ip Settings

    Restore all AP settings to their factory defaults. The IP address can be excluded. 9. Status Use this command to check the AP settings. Setting the IP address (1) Select [2. Setup] – [3. TCP/IP] – [1. IP] – [2. Interface (Ethernet)]. Figure 5.11. IP Address Setting Screen FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 67: Figure 5.12. Ip Address Setting Screen (2)

    [3. Writing] to save the settings, then enter [BYE] or return to the top menu and select [1. Exit] to disconnect the terminal. This completes network setup. You can now use a web browser for setup and perform network management using SNMP. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 68: Setup Using A Web Browser

    Supported web browsers (recommended) - Microsoft Internet Explorer 3.0 or higher - Netscape Navigator 3.0 or higher In addition to the above browsers, browsers that support frames (HTML 2.0) can also be used. Figure 5.13. Example Browser Setting Screen FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 69: Connecting To The Web Browser Pc

    You may not be able to establish a connection if the web browser is setup to use a proxy. In this case, change the setting to not use a proxy. Remember to change the proxy setting back when you have finished setting up the AP. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 70: Connecting To An Fx-Ds110-Ape

    Setup Preparation Connecting to an FX-DS110-APE To connect the web browser to the AP, the IP address of the PC on which you run the web browser must be in the same network group as the IP address of the AP. The factory default IP address set in the AP is always in the class A network group starting with [10] (that is, 10.xxx.xxx.xxx).
  • Page 71 Setup Preparation FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 72: Software Setup

    The default factory setting is no password. In this case, clicking the [Login] button without entering a password logs in as the administrator (both read and write permission). FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 73: Operating Mode Selection

    You can display a listing of the AP status information. To display the status, connect your browser to the AP, enter the password, then click on “Show Current AP Status” in the same window as “Select Operating Mode”. This displays the following information. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 74 MIB data Displays the MIB data. DHCP settings Displays IP address leasing data. Log file data Displays log data Log file download You can download log files. Wireless information Displays wireless interface data, wireless packet statistics, and RSSI levels. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 75: Setup Item List

    RSSI sampling time •› •\ •› •› •› IP settings IP address of this AP •• •• •• •• •• Subnet mask •• •• •• •• •• Default gateway •• •• •• •• •• Broadcasting style •› •› •› •› •› FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 76: Table 6.1. Setup Item List < 2 / 2

    •› •› •› *1 As communications can still be performed in simple mode even if the ESSID is different, grouping by ESSID cannot be performed. However, if the scramble function is enabled, you still need to set the ESSID. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 77: Fx-Ds110-Ape

    IP tunneling. A master AP is required to use the IP tunneling function. Backup Master Operates as the backup master if the master does not respond. Only one AP can be set as the backup master. Normal Standard AP FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 78 AP must be rebooted. The factory default setting is “Enable”. Tunnel server function Specifies whether or not the AP supports the IP tunneling function. If enabled, the AP can use the IP tunneling function. The factory default setting is “Enable”. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 79 AP can manage up to 64 APs and distribute data to the other APs. The factory default setting is “Enhanced Mode”. Language setting Select either “Japanese” or “English” for the terminal and browser display language. The factory default setting is “Japanese”. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 80: Hardware

    If enhanced roaming is set to “Enable”, multiple channels can be selected. RTS threshold Sets the RTS (Request To Send) threshold. See the Glossary in “Chapter 11 Appendix”. Set a value in the range “0” to “2432”. The factory default setting is “2432”. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 81 “1” to “10” seconds. The factory default setting is “3 seconds”. Wireless transmission speed Sets the wireless transmission speed. Select one of “1Mbps”, “2Mbps”, “1M/2Mbps”, “5.5Mbps”, “11Mbps”, or “Auto”. The factory default setting is “Auto”. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 82: Ip Settings (Ethernet)

    (16 max.). Wireless interface If the wireless interface is set to “Dynamic” in brouter or inter- segment brouter mode, IP interfaces on the wireless side that are not connected are treated as being down. The factory default setting is “Normal”. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 83: Routing

    Network address of destination network to which routing can be Destination network performed. Subnet mask Subnet mask for destination network Gateway Address of gateway to destination network Specifies the distance (the cost metric) to the destination network. Metric This normally indicates the number of hops. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 84: Dhcp Server

    These settings are only applicable when “Use Host Central Management Function” is enabled. Set the IP address to allocate for each DHCP client MAC address. A maximum of 255 pairs of MAC address and IP address can be specified. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 85: Security Relation

    “Enable”. SmartMedia maintenance function This specifies whether to enable the SmartMedia maintenance function. Setting “Disable” means you cannot use SmartMedia for maintenance. For tighter security, set this to “Disable”. The factory default setting is “Enable”. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 86: Snmp Relation

    The device name of the AP for SNMP. The name can be up to 32 bytes in length. The factory default setting is “FLEXLAN”. Device physical location Specifies the physical location of the AP. An example is “Administration Dept., 3rd Floor”. A character string up to 32 bytes can be entered. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 87: Remote Maintenance

    The factory default setting is “38400bps”. Spanning Tree Used when operating as an inter-segment bridge in simple mode. Chapter 8 describes spanning trees in detail. This AP is preset with the initial spanning tree values recommended by the IEEE802.1D standard. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 88 Set a value in the range “1” to “65535”. The factory default settings are “500” for the wireless port and “100” for the wired port. The IEEE802.1D standard recommends setting the values as follows. •@ COST=1000/Attached LAN Speed in Mbps FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 89: Logging

    The factory default setting is “Do Not Specify”. Others Initialize settings If “Restore Defaults” is selected, all settings other than the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway are reset to their factory default values. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 90: Ap Maintenance

    SmartMedia if the write-protect seal is not attached. Take care not to insert a SmartMedia containing important files with the write-protect removed. - Inserting a SmartMedia charged with static electricity into the AP may cause malfunction or data corruption in the AP. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 91: File Transfer Utility (Tftp)

    AP Maintenance FX-DS110-APE 10/100M SmartMedia BUSY POWER WLINK •u BUSY•v LED Eject button SmartMedia Figure 7.1. How to Use SmartMedia File Transfer Utility (TFTP) The file transfer utility (TFTP) has the following five functions: - Save and update (restore) the settings file for the access point...

  • Page 92: Log File Collection

    MAC and IP addresses of a roaming wireless terminal and the time roaming Roaming occurred Using SmartMedia The Ethernet address of the AP is used to generate the log file name. •y Example•z If the Ethernet address is (00.08.4C.01.02.03): 00.08.4C.01.02.03 •« File name = 010203.LOG Using TFTP File name = LOGFILE FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 93: Using Smartmedia To Get The Log File

    (4) Enter the IP address of the AP in the “AP IP Address” field. (5) To save the log file, enter the save location in the “Path for Saving Received File” field. (6) Click the OK button. (7) Exit TFTP. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 94: Saving The Settings File

    The procedure for backing up the settings file onto a SmartMedia is the same as for getting the log file. The log file and settings file are both copied together. See “Using SmartMedia to Get the Log File” in Chapter 7. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 95: Using Tftp To Backup The Settings File

    (4) Enter the IP address of the AP in the “AP IP Address” field. (5) Enter the location where you wish to save the settings file in the “Path for Saving Received File” field. (6) Click the OK button. (7) Exit TFTP. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 96: Restoring The Software Settings

    Transfer” field. (6) Click the OK button. (7) When file transfer completes, click the “Exit” button. (8) To apply the new settings on the AP, you need to reboot the AP. See Chapter 7 “Using TFTP to Reboot the AP”. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 97: Upgrading The Firmware

    Upgrading the Firmware The AP firmware may be upgraded to resolve any bugs found in the software or to add new functions. Contact CONTEC via our web site or information center for details of the latest firmware. Performing an Upgrade Using SmartMedia (1) Obtain the SmartMedia containing the firmware.

  • Page 98: Upgrade Firmware On Multiple Aps

    (3) Set the INIT DIP switch to ON to run the loader. (4) Connect the terminal. To login, just press the ENTER key at the password input screen. (5) Select “6. Download” → “2. Firmware” from the Top menu. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 99: Using Tftp To Reboot The Ap

    (1) Start TFTP. (2) Select “Send Reset Command to AP”, then click the “OK” button. (3) Enter the IP address of the AP in the “IP Address of AP to Reset” field. (4) Click the “OK” button, then exit. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 100: Spanning Tree Algorithms (Sta)

    This method of resolving problems is called an STA, and has been standardized by the spanning tree protocol (STP) established in IEEE 802.1D. STP can enhance network reliability. Note! For STA's to function properly, all bridges in a network must support STP. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 101: Sta Parameters

    Set in the range from 6 to 40 (seconds). If the bridge does not receive a packet notifying the existence of a root bridge within this time, the system assumes there is a failure in the root bridge, and determines a new root bridge. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 102 Note! The following conditions must be observed when making changes to the above time settings. Max Age Time •… 2 x(Forward Delay Time – 1) Max Age Time •† 2 x(Hello Time + 1) FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 103: Port Level

    The port cost on a path is called the path cost, and is set as follows when this product is initialized. This value is based on IEEE standard 802.1D, but can be changed. - 10Mbps LAN segment - 10Mbps LAN segment FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 104: Sample Sta Application

    The root bridge is determined by the priority settings of each bridge. Root bridge Bridge 1 The designated bridge for each LAN segment is determined by root path cost. LAN1 Bridge 1 LAN2 Bridge 1 LAN3 Bridge 2 LAN4 Bridge 3 LAN5 Bridge 5 FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 105: Figure 8.2. After Sta Application

    Port 1 Bridge 1 Bridge 5 Port 2 Port 2 LAN5 LAN2 Port 1 Port 1 Bridge 2 Bridge 4 Port 2 Port 2 To blocking status LAN3 Port 1 Bridge 3 Port 2 LAN4 Figure 8.2. After STA Application FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 106: Figure 8.3. Reconfigure D After Sta Application

    Port 2 Port 2 LAN2 LAN5 A fault occured Port 1 Port 1 Bridge 2 Bridge 4 Port 2 Port 2 To forwarding status LAN3 Port 1 Bridge 3 Port 2 LAN4 Figure 8.3. ReconFigure d After STA Application FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 107 Spanning Tree Algorithms (STA) FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 108: Snmp Agent Functions

    9. SNMP Agent Functions This chapter describes the SNMP functions of this product, and explains how they can be built in using the SNMP Manager SNMPc by CONTEC. SNMPc Overview SNMPc is network control software for SNMP that runs on Windows and controls all network devices that have SNMP agent functions.

  • Page 109: Mib Support

    Information related to transparent bridges. Private MIB APStatus Group APOperationMode Operating mode data for the AP APUnitType Unit type of the AP APAccessPointType Access point type of the AP APWTxWRxStatus AP LED status: WTX/WRX APWLinkStatus AP LED status: WLINK APCount Group FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 110: Control Using Snmpc

    SNMPc, to display information about this product in graphic form as shown below. Note! In order to control this product, its IP address and community name must be entered accurately in the Settings. Refer to the following items when setting. Figure 9.1. Settings FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 111: Building-In To Snmpc

    SNMPc.4\, and click 'OK.' Example: If the floppy disk drive is the A: drive, enter A:\SNMPc.4\ (3) Select [CONTEC FLEXLAN Series] , and click [OK] to start installation. (4) When the following message appears, click [No] to exit the program.

  • Page 112: 10. Troubleshooting

    This chapter describes common problems that may occur with this product and what to do about them. If any problems occur that are not described here, check to confirm that the re-occur, then contact the store where you purchased the product, or the CONTEC information center. When Communication Fails...

  • Page 113: When You Cannot Use A Modem Or Terminal

    - Does the browser support frames (HTML 2.0)? For example, Microsoft Internet Explorer 3.0 or higher and Netscape Navigator 3.0 or higher - You cannot use a browser to communicate with the AP if the TCP/IP protocol is not installed on your PC. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 114: When Snmp Connections Fail

    10 minutes after the power is switched on, the problem may be an APL firmware failure. In this case, you will need to perform a forcible firmware upgrade. See Chapter 7 “Running the Loader to Forcibly Upgrade the Firmware”. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 115 Troubleshooting FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 116: 11. Appendix

    Appendix 11. Appendix Factory Default Settings List Hardware Setup - FX-DS110-APE MODEM/TERMINAL : OFF(TERMINAL) RSSI : OFF(Normal LED display) CHANNEL1 : OFF(0) CHANNEL2 : OFF(0) INIT : OFF(Normal start) FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 117: Software Setup

    Subnet mask •\ •\ None None •\ setting Broadcasting style •\ •\ ALL 1 ALL 1 •\ Wireless interface •\ •\ Normal Normal •\ Routing RIP function •\ •\ Disabled Disabled •\ Static route •\ •\ None None •\ FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 118: Table 11.1. Software Setup < 2 / 2

    Transfer delay time •\ 15 seconds •\ •\ •\ Ethernet •\ •\ •\ •\ Relative cost Wireless •\ •\ •\ •\ Logging Log collection function Disabled Overwrite setting Enabled Log collection start time setting None Others Initialize settings None FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 119: Product Specifications

    Appendix Product Specifications Physical Specifications Table 11.2. Physical Specifications Specification FX-DS110-APE IEEE 802.3(10BASE-T) Wired LAN unit Ethernet standard IEEE 802.3u(100BASE-TX) Data transmission speed 10/100Mbps Access method CSMA/CD Half Duplex Communication type Full Duplex Number of ports 1(10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) Wireless LAN unit Transmission format IEEE 802.11b standard DS spectrum diffusion...

  • Page 120: Environmental Specifications For Installing The Fx-Ds110-Ape

    Appendix Environmental Specifications for Installing the FX-DS110-APE Table 11.4. Environmental Specifications (Environmental Specs) Specification FX-DS110-APE AC supply voltage 85 to 115VAC, 0.2A AC supply frequency 50/60HZ DC supply voltage 4.85 to 5.25V Current consumption 5.5W (Max.) Operating temperature 0 to 50•Ž...

  • Page 121: Leds

    Appendix LEDs FX-DS110-APE Front Back Figure 11.1. Front/back During Normal Operation LED display during normal operation Table 11.5. Wired LAN LEDs Name Status Indicator 10/100M Indicates a 100BASE-TX connection. Indicates a 10BASE-T connection. LINK/ACT Indicates that the connection is operating normally.

  • Page 122: Table 11.6. Unit Type Ap In Standard Mode, Inter-Segment

    Spanning tree is in the Blocking state. Flashing WTX/WRX Transmitting or receiving wireless data. Table 11.9. Simple Mode, Spanning Tree OFF Name Status Indicator POWER(Front back) Power On MGMT Firmware is running. WLINK(Front back) Always illuminated Flashing WTX/WRX Transmitting or receiving wireless data. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 123: Others

    60 to 64 65 to 69 70 to 74 75 to 79 80 to 150 None Weakness Strength Table 11.13. AP Mode Display (When RSSI Switch Is “ON”) Name Status Indicator (1) ADOHOC POWER (Back) (2) Station WLINK (Back) (3) AP FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 124: Input/Output Interface

    Appendix Input/Output Interface Pin Assignment for UTP Port Table 11.14. UTP Port Pin Assignments Pin.No Signal TD + TD •] RD + Not used Not used RD•] Not used Not used COM Port Table 11.15. COM Port Pin.No Signal FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 125: Figure 11.2. Cross Cable

    Figure 11.2. Cross Cable - For modem connection (Straight cable) D-SUB9 (Female) D-SUB25 D-SUB9 (Female) D-SUB9 Figure 11.3. Straight Cable Note! If the opposing connector is a D-SUB 25-pin, purchase a cable separately (making sure it has the correct plug gender). FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 126: Replacing The Battery

    If you use the logging function and notice that the times are abnormal, please contact the agent from whom you purchased the unit or the CONTEC information center. The life of a new replacement battery is approximately 5 years.

  • Page 127: Glossary

    It is in wide use, being also used in digital cameras and portable data terminals. The SmartMedia can easily be accessed from a PC using a commercially available 3.5 inch floppy disk adaptor. FX-DS110-APE...

  • Page 128: Fx-Ds110-Ape

    A method of transmission in which signals that are normally transmitted over a given limited frequency band undergo narrow band modulation (primary modulation), then again diffuse modulation (secondary modulation) to intentionally diffuse the signal over a broad frequency spectrum. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 129 PHS. The AP is in the role commonly called the 'antenna/base station' for the phone or PHS, and the user unit is in the role of the phone itself. Peer-To-Peer A network in which two or more nodes can communicate directly with each other without going through another device. FX-DS110-APE...
  • Page 130 In the 2.400 to 2.4835GHz ISM band used by this product, the IEEE 802.11 standard provides for division into 11 (FCC model) or 13 (CE model) channels numbered 1 to 11 or 13. Even on the same network, wireless devices operating on different channels cannot communicate with each other. FX-DS110-APE...
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