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- Page 1 pakedgedevice&software inc. Enterprise-Class, Ultra High Power and throughput Wireless Access Point- Single Band 2.4 GHz User Guide – Version 1.0...
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Page 2: W6X User Manual
FCC Declaration of Conformity Pakedge Device & Software, PO Box 1973, San Mateo, CA 94401, declares under sole responsibility that the W6x complies with 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC Rules as a Class B digital device. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interferenc e that may cause undesired operation. - Page 3 CAT5e to the W6x at the PoE. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power surges.
- Page 4 W6x User Manual Place POE Injector unit to allow for easy access when disconnecting the power cord/adapter of the device from the AC wall outlet. Wipe the unit with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals. Do not spray cleaners directly on the unit or use forced air to remove dust.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
System Requirements ............................9 Network Configuration ............................9 Ad-hoc (peer-to-peer mode) .......................... 9 Infrastructure Mode............................. 10 Hardware Installation & IP Address Configuration..................... 11 W6x Configuration ............................13 Initial Setup ................................15 System ................................15 Status ................................15 Properties ..............................16 Administration ............................. - Page 6 W6x User Manual Wireless Clients ..............................52 Connection Status ............................52 Diagnostics ............................... 53 System Log ............................... 54 ................................54 LED Options ..............................55 Appendix A – Specs .............................. 56 Appendix B – Technical Support ..........................58 Appendix C – Limited Warranty ..........................59...
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Page 7: Introduction
Mode Client Bridge Mode: In this mode, you can connect one W6x to a client by its Ethernet port, as shown below. In Client Bridge Mode, the W6x can receive a wireless signal from an Access Point and send the signal through its Ethernet port to a client. - Page 8 CAT 5E Cable WDS Mode: In this mode, the W6x associates to the MAC address of another W6x operating in Access Point mode. The W6x receives and “repeats” the signal of the broadcasting unit. (All AP’s operating in WDS mode should be on the same channel and same security settings)
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Page 9: Package Contents
W6x User Manual Wireless Communication Rebroadcast Because the functionality of the W6x changes depending on its operating mode, this manual offers both general and mode-specific content. Package Contents Package contents depend on your W6x model. Please refer to the installation manual of your product. -
Page 10: Infrastructure Mode
It doesn’t matter if the W6x is stand-alone, or wired to an Ethernet network. In stand-alone mode, the W6x can extend the range of your wireless LANs by acting as a repeater, effectively doubling the connection distance between wireless stations. The figure below shows a network configured in... -
Page 11: Hardware Installation & Ip Address Configuration
W6x User Manual Hardware Installation & IP Address Configuration NOTE: Please refer to the installation manual of your product for detailed information regarding the installation of the Access Point. The diagrams below depict the configuration using a PoE injector or a PoE Switch. - Page 12 The W6x can be configured as a Client Bridge, WDS, Repeater, or Access Point. When shipped from the factory, the W6x is set to Access Point mode. The default IP address of the W6x is 192.168.1.250. In order to log in to the W6x, you must first configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook. Follow these steps: 1.
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Page 13: W6X Configuration
4. Click OK to close the dialog, and click OK to close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog. W6x Configuration To configure the W6x through a Web Browser, in the address bar of the browser type the IP address of the W6x (default 192.168.1.250) and press Enter. - Page 14 Section 2. The W6x login dialog appears. In the User Name box, type pakedge, and in the Password box type pakedgea, and click OK. The W6x main menu appears (see figure below). The area on the right displays current information about the system. To refresh the data to reflect the...
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Page 15: Initial Setup
Access Point mode. If you set the W6x to a different mode (e.g., Client Bridge mode), the options on the main menu will change. Sections of this manual that discuss settings for the diferent operating modes include screen shots that show the main menu options available in those modes. -
Page 16: Properties
SSID. Properties Under the System section in the W6x main menu, click Properties. The Properties page is where you can specify a name for the device, choose the country of operation, and switch the W6x’s operating mode. -
Page 17: Administration
Click Administration under the System group in the W6x main menu. The Administration page allows you to specify a user name and password for the W6x. By default, the W6x is configured with a default name of pakedge and a default password of pakedgea. For security reasons, it is imperative to change the default user name and password. -
Page 18: Firmware
After the device restarts, you can access the W6x at the default IP address: 192.168.1.250 Firmware In the W6x main menu, in the System group, click Firmware. In the Firmware Upgrade page you can upgrade your W6x’s firmware. To perform a firmware upgrade, you must first download the correct firmware from the Pakedge website under the Dealer Portal section. -
Page 19: Network
To configure the IP address of your W6x, in the Network section of the W6x main menu, click LAN Settings. In the LAN Settings page, you can configure the W6x with a static IP address, or obtain an IP address automatically using a DHCP client. -
Page 20: Spanning Tree Settings
Bridge Max Age: Specify the maximum time the W6x can wait before saving its configuration BPDU information. Type an entry between 6-40 seconds. Bridge Forward Delay: The forward delay is the amount of time the W6x will spend in listening and learning states. Type an entry between 4-30 seconds. ... -
Page 21: Mode-Specific Setup
Repeater Access Point Mode NOTE: The options in the main menu of the W6x change depending on the current operating mode of the W6x. The main menu options discussed in this chapter are those available in Access Point mode. In this mode, the W6x broadcasts a Wi-Fi signal that clients can associate with, as shown in the... - Page 22 Wireless MAC filter Advanced Network Settings In the W6x main menu, click Network Settings to begin configuring your W6x network settings, including the following options: wireless mode, channel, VLAN Tagging, SSID, and Security. The Network Settings screen appears:...
- Page 23 VLAN Tagging 802.1Q: Check of the appropriate box next an SSID to enable VLAN tagging on that SSID. Note: DO NOT enable VLAN tagging on VLAN ID 1; you will be locked out of the W6x and will need to reset the device.
- Page 24 For detailed information on configuring the security features of the W6x, such as WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, and WPA2-PSK, see the next section. When you select a wireless security option from the drop-down menu, the configuration options for that mode appear on the page.
- Page 25 MAC address filter policies you have set. In an open system, authentication packets are sent without encryption. o If you choose Shared Key, the W6x sends a challenge text string (unencrypted) to devices that try to communicate with the access point. The device that requests authentication encrypts the challenge text and returns it to the access point.
- Page 26 W6x User Manual Encryption: In the drop-down list, select the type of encryption your wireless network uses: TKIP, AES or both. For Apple products, AES works best. Passphrase: In the text box, type a passphrase of 8-63 characters to be shared by the Access Points and clients in your network.
- Page 27 If you enable VLAN tagging in the W6x Wireless section, you must choose a VLAN Management ID for the W6x to access the administrative functions of your W6x. This is the VLAN you designated for the WAP ID address. For example, let’s say the subnet range for VLAN 3 is 192.168.3.X and VLAN3 is selected for the VLAN ID for management.
- Page 28 In the VLAN Id text box, type the ID number of the VLAN you want to allow access to the administrative functions of the W6x. Note: The IP address range for the VLAN must be the same as the W6x.
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Page 29: Client Bridge Mode
In this mode, you can connect one W6x to a client by its Ethernet port, as shown below. In Client Bridge Mode, the W6x can receive a wireless signal from an Access Point and send the signal through its Ethernet port to a client. - Page 30 5. Configure the Security Mode to match those on the SSID the client bridge is associated with. 6. Click Accept to apply the changes. 7. Finish the configuration of the W6x in Client Bridge Mode by assigning it a unique IP address if it is not connected to a DHCP server.
- Page 31 Site Survey: Click Site Survey to perform an automatic site survey. A new window will display the results of the site survey. (See the figure below.) The W6x will scan the 2.4GHz frequency for devices currently broadcasting their SSIDs, and display them in the 2.4GHz Site Survey table shown below.
- Page 32 W6x User Manual Preferred BSSID: If you want the W6x to associate based on MAC Address instead of SSID, select the Prefer BSSID checkbox. Wireless Security: Configure the security settings to match those on the SSID the client bridge is associated with.
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Page 33: Wds Mode
WDS extends a wired infrastructure to locations where cabling is not an option. For WDS mode, the W6x provides 3 different options: Access Point, Bridge and Station. Access Point mode allows communication between Access Points and it also allows wireless devices to communicate with the Access Points. -
Page 34: Wds - Access Point Mode
6. Finish the configuration of the AP-2 by assigning it a unique IP address. 7. You should be able to verify performance from the client device by sending a ping request to the IP address of the W6x or accessing the GUI through your Web Browser at the same address. -
Page 35: Network Settings
NOTE: All Access Points in the WDS network should be on the same channel and should use the same security settings. In the W6x main menu, click Network Settings to begin configuring your W6x network settings, including the following options: wireless mode, channel, VLAN Tagging, SSID, and Security. The Network Settings screen will appear: ... - Page 36 VLAN Tagging 802.1Q: Check of the appropriate box next an SSID to enable VLAN tagging on that SSID. Note: DO NOT enable VLAN tagging on VLAN ID 1; you will be locked out of the W6x and will need to reset the device.
- Page 37 MAC address filter policies you have set. In an open system, authentication packets are sent without encryption. o If you choose Shared Key, the W6x sends a challenge text string (unencrypted) to devices that try to communicate with the access point. The device that requests authentication encrypts the challenge text and returns it to the access point.
- Page 38 W6x User Manual o If you don’t know which authentication type will be used, it’s recommended to select Auto. Input Type: Select Hex or ASCII. Key Length: Choose a key length. 64-bit hex keys require 10 characters, and 128-bit keys require 26 characters.
- Page 39 W6x User Manual Group Key Update Interval: In the text box, type the number of seconds the Access Point will wait to probe the client for a passphrase. Click Save to apply the changes. The SSID profile window will close and you need to click on Accept under the Network Settings window for the changes to take effect.
- Page 40 If you enable VLAN tagging in the W6x Wireless section, you must choose a VLAN Management ID for the W6x to access the administrative functions of your W6x. This is the VLAN you designated for the WAP ID address. For example, let’s say the subnet range for VLAN 3 is 192.168.3.X and VLAN3 is selected for the VLAN ID for management.
- Page 41 In the VLAN Id text box, type the ID number of the VLAN you want to allow access to the administrative functions of the W6x. Note: The IP address range for the VLAN must be the same as the W6x.
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Page 42: Wds - Bridge Mode
AP’s that are set in WDS – Bridge mode. Wireless When you set the W6x in WDS- Bridge Mode, in the W6x main menu the Wireless section has the following three options, to be described in detail the sections that follow: ... -
Page 43: Wds - Station
W6x User Manual WDS-Bridge supports WEP and AES security modes. The same security settings must be applied to all the AP’s set in WDS-Bridge mode. You also need to enter the MAC addresses of all the AP’s that are going to share the same WDS link and under Mode, switch to Enable. If for security type you selected WEP, make sure you enter the WEP key under the WEP Key field and if you selected AES make sure you enter the passphrase under AES Passphrase. -
Page 44: Network Settings
W6x User Manual Main AP WDS - Station Wireless When you set the W6x in WDS- Station Mode, in the W6x main menu the Wireless section has the following two options, to be described in detail in the sections that follow: ... - Page 45 SSID: SSID is the name the W6x will broadcast over the wireless network to identify the access point. You can set the SSID in either of two ways: type a name in the Specify the static SSID: text box (maximum length 32 characters), or click Site Survey to perform an automatic Site Survey.
- Page 46 MAC address filter policies you’ve set. Authentication packets are transmitted unencrypted. o Choosing Shared Key enables the W6x to send an unencrypted challenge text string to a device that attempts to communicate with the W6x. The device requesting authentication will encrypt the challenge text and return it to the W6x.
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Page 47: Repeater Mode
4. Now configure the SSID, Channel, and Security settings to match those of AP-1. 5. Finish the configuration of the W6x in Repeater Mode by assigning it a unique IP address, if it is not connected to a DHCP server. - Page 48 SSID: SSID is the name the W6x will broadcast over the wireless network to identify the Access Point. You can set the SSID in either of two ways: type a name in the Specify the static SSID: text box (maximum length 32 characters), or click Site Survey to perform an automatic Site Survey.
- Page 49 W6x User Manual Preferred BSSID: If you want the W6x to associate based on MAC Address instead of SSID, select the checkbox and type a MAC address in the spaces provided. Security Mode: If your wireless network uses WEP encryption, select WEP from the drop-down list.
- Page 50 Accept under the Network Settings window for the changes to take effect. Wireless MAC Filter On the W6x’s main menu, in the Wireless section, click Wireless MAC Filter. The Wireless MAC Filter page appears where you can allow or block access to the network by clients with specific MAC...
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Page 51: Advanced Wireless Settings
W6x User Manual ACL Mode: To block a client from associating with the W6x, or to deny or allow access by a client with a MAC on a list, select the appropriate option from the drop-down list. o If you select Allow MAC in the List, only clients whose MAC addresses are on the list in the table will be able to access the network;... -
Page 52: Log & Management
LED Options Wireless Clients The Wireless Clients menu appears only when the W6x is operating under Access Point mode or repeater mode. This menu will show all the devices connected to the W6x. Connection Status The Connection Status menu appears only when the W6x is operating under Repeater mode or... -
Page 53: Diagnostics
If you experience network errors or unresponsive devices, the W6x diagnostic functions can help you determine the cause. To access the diagnostic functions, on the W6x main menu, in the Log & Management section, click Diagnostics. The Diagnostics page appears. -
Page 54: System Log
A Traceroute test can help you identify obstacles in the network. The traceroute text maps the path that packets take between the W6x and the target device. To run a traceroute test, type the Traceroute Target, and click Start Traceroute to begin the test. -
Page 55: Led Options
W6x User Manual Syslog: Choose to Enable or Disable the system log. Log Server IP Address: Type the IP address of the server that will receive the system log. Local Log: Choose to Enable or Disable the local log. Click Apply to save your changes. -
Page 56: Appendix A - Specs
2.412~2.472GHz (IEEE802.11n), Up to 29dBm Power Requirements Ethernet POE in: 48VDC/0.375A for IEEE 802.3af compliant W6x Device- 12V / 1.0 A Power Supply: 90 to 240 VDC ± 10%, 50/60Hz (depends on different countries) Operations ... - Page 57 W6x User Manual Repeater Mode WDS Mode Management and Security Remote mangement via HTTP, SNMP V1 and V2c, and Telnet Security- IEEE802.1x Authenticator / RADIUS Client (EAP-MD5/TLS/TTLS) Support in AP Mode; WPA/WPA2 supplicant support in Client Bridge mode; WPA2/WPA / Pre-share Key (PSK)/ AES/TKIP ...
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Page 58: Appendix B - Technical Support
W6x User Manual Appendix B – Technical Support Please visit our website for up-to-date support information: Website: www.pakedge.com Email: support@pakedge.com CONTACT INFORMATION: Pakedge Device & Software Inc. 1163 Triton Drive Foster City, CA 94404 U.S.A... -
Page 59: Appendix C - Limited Warranty
(1) year from the effective date of delivery to the end user. PARTS: Pakedge will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the effective date of delivery to the end user. - Page 60 Rights, Limits, and Exclusions Pakedge limits its obligation under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There are no express warranties. Pakedge also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to the failure of this product to function properly.
- Page 61 W6x User Manual Repairs made under the terms of the Limited Warranty covering your Pakedge product will be performed by an Authorized Pakedge Service Center. These arrangements must be made through the selling Pakedge Dealer. If this is not possible, contact Pakedge directly for further instructions. Prior to returning a defective Product directly to Pakedge, you must obtain a Return Material Authorization number and shipping instructions.
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