Arada Systems MAXR3210 WIRELESS ACCESS POINT User Manual FullManual22dec09
Arada Systems, Inc WIRELESS ACCESS POINT FullManual22dec09
Users Manual
ARADA, Inc.
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Sunnyvale,
CA 94089
Arada Systems Inc.,
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Arada Systems, Inc.
MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point
User Manual
This document helps you to configure and use the
MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point
Dec 2009
Book Version: 1.1
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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. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
Contents
About This Manual
Conventions, Formats, and Scope ..................................................................................... i
Chapter 1
Introduction
About the MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point ........................................1-1
Key Features and Standards ..........................................................................................1-1
Supported Standards and Conventions ...................................................................1-2
Key Features ............................................................................................................1-2
802.11b/g/n Standards-based Wireless Networking ................................................1-4
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink ...............................................1-4
System Requirements ....................................................................................................1-4
What’s In the Box? .........................................................................................................1-5
Hardware Description .....................................................................................................1-5
Rear Panel ...............................................................................................................1-5
Chapter 2
Basic Installation and Configuration
Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines .................................................2-2
Understanding MaxR-3210 Wireless Security Options ..................................................2-3
Installing the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point ...........................................................2-4
Setting up the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point ...................................................2-4
Configuring LAN and Wireless Access ....................................................................2-4
Configuring Time Settings .................................................................................2-7
Configuring Wireless Access .............................................................................2-9
Deploying the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point ...................................................2-9
Verifying Wireless Connectivity ..............................................................................2-10
Logging In Using the Default IP Address ......................................................................2-10
Setting Basic IP Options ............................................................................................... 2-11
Wireless Settings ..........................................................................................................2-13
Configuring 802.11b/bg/ng Wireless Settings ........................................................2-13
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Configuring Basic QoS Settings .............................................................................2-16
Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity ....................................................2-17
Understanding Security Profiles ...................................................................................2-18
SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form ..................................................................2-22
802.11b/bg/ng Configuration ............................................................................2-22
Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings .....................................................................2-23
Setting up a Security Profile .........................................................................................2-25
Configuring WEP ..........................................................................................................2-27
Configuring WPA with RADIUS ....................................................................................2-29
Configuring WPA2 with RADIUS ..................................................................................2-31
Configuring WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS ..................................................................2-32
Configuring WPA-PSK ..................................................................................................2-34
Configuring WPA2-PSK ................................................................................................2-35
Configuring WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK ........................................................................2-36
Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address .............................................................2-38
Chapter 3
Management
Remote Management .....................................................................................................3-1
Remote Console .............................................................................................................3-3
Using the Secure Telnet Interface ............................................................................3-3
CLI Commands ........................................................................................................3-4
Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software .............................................................3-5
Configuration File Management .....................................................................................3-6
Saving Your Configuration Settings .........................................................................3-7
Restoring Saved Settings .........................................................................................3-7
Restoring the MaxR-3210 to the Factory Default Settings .......................................3-8
Changing the Administrator Password .........................................................................3-10
Enabling the SysLog Server .........................................................................................3-11
Using Activity Log Information ......................................................................................3-12
Viewing General Summary Information ........................................................................3-12
Viewing Network Traffic Statistics .................................................................................3-14
Viewing Available Wireless Station Statistics ................................................................3-16
Enabling Rogue AP Detection ......................................................................................3-17
Importing Rogue AP List from a File ......................................................................3-18
Viewing Rogue AP Statistics ........................................................................................3-19
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Packet Capture .............................................................................................................3-21
Chapter 4
Advanced Configuration
IP Settings for Wireless Clients ......................................................................................4-1
Hotspot Settings .............................................................................................................4-3
Configuring Advanced Wireless Settings .......................................................................4-4
Configuring 802.11b/bg/ng Advanced Wireless Settings .........................................4-4
Configuring Advanced QoS Settings ..............................................................................4-6
Enabling Wireless Bridging .............................................................................................4-8
Configuring an MaxR-3210 as a Point-to-Point Bridge ..........................................4-12
Configuring an MaxR-3210 as a Point-to-Multi-Point Wireless Bridge ...................4-13
Chapter 5
Troubleshooting and Debugging
No lights are lit on the Access Point. ..............................................................................5-1
The Wireless LAN activity light does not light up. ...........................................................5-1
The LAN light is not lit. ....................................................................................................5-2
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless capable computer. .................5-2
I cannot connect to the MaxR-3210 to configure it. ........................................................5-3
When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error. ................................................5-3
Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings ..........................................5-4
Appendix A
Default Settings and Technical Specifications
Factory Default Settings ................................................................................................ A-1
Technical Specifications ................................................................................................. A-3
Appendix B
Command Line Reference
Command Sets .............................................................................................................. B-1
Index
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About This Manual
The MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point User Manual describes how to install,
configure and troubleshoot the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point. The information in this manual
is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats, and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
•Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
•Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Italic Emphasis, books, CDs, file and server names, extensions
Bold User input, IP addresses, GUI screen text
Fixed Command prompt, CLI text, code
italic URL links
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the
equipment.
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Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may result in
personal injury or death.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter describes some of the key features of the MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access
Point. It also includes the minimum prerequisites for installation (“System Requirements” on
page 1-4.), package contents (“What’s In the Box?” on page 1-5) and a description of the front and
back panels of the MaxR-3210 (“Hardware Description” on page 1-5).
About the MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point
The MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point is the basic building block of a wireless
LAN infrastructure. It provides connectivity between Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped
wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print servers, and other devices.
The MaxR-3210 provides wireless connectivity to multiple wireless network devices within a
fixed range or area of coverage—interacting with a wireless network interface card (NIC) via an
antenna. Typically, an individual in-building access point provides a maximum connectivity area
of about a 500 foot radius. Consequently, the MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point
can support a small group of users in a range of several hundred feet. Most access points can
handle between 10 to 30 users simultaneously per radio.
The MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point acts as a bridge between the wired LAN
and wireless clients. Connecting multiple MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Points via a wired Ethernet
backbone can further lengthen the wireless network coverage. As a mobile computing device
moves out of the range of one access point, it moves into the range of another. As a result, wireless
clients can freely roam from one Access Point to another and still maintain seamless connection to
the network.
Key Features and Standards
The MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point is easy-to-use and provides solid wireless and networking
support. It also offers a wide range of security options.
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Supported Standards and Conventions
The following standards and conventions are supported:
•Standards Compliance. The Wireless Access Point complies with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n
standards for Wireless LANs.
•Full WPA and WPA2 support. WPA and WPA2 enterprise-class strong security with
RADIUS and certificate authentication as well as dynamic encryption key generation.WPA-
PSK and WPA2-PSK preshared key authentication without the overhead of RADIUS servers
but with all of the strong security of WPA.
•Multiple BSSIDs. Supports multiple BSSIDs. When a Access Point is connected to a wired
network and a set of wireless stations, it is called a Basic Service Set (BSS). The Basic Service
Set Identifier (BSSID) is a unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over a
WLAN that differentiates one WLAN from another when a mobile device tries to connect to
the network.
The multiple BSSID feature allows you to configure up to 8 SSIDs on your MaxR-3210 access
point and assign different configuration settings to each SSID. All the configured SSIDs are
active and the network devices can connect to the access point by using any of these SSIDs.
•DHCP Client Support. DHCP provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon
request. The MaxR-3210 can act as a client and obtain information from your DHCP server; it
can also act as a DHCP server and provide network information for wireless clients.
•SNMP Support. Support for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Management
Information Base (MIB) management.
• 802.1Q VLAN (Virtual LAN) Support. A network of computers that behave as if they are
connected to the same network even though they actually may be physically located on
different segments of a LAN. VLANs are configured through software rather than hardware,
which makes them extremely flexible. VLANs are very useful for user/host management,
bandwidth allocation and resource optimization.
Key Features
The MaxR-3210 provides solid functionality, including the following features:
•2.4Ghz Band Operating Frequency. The Wireless Access Point operates in the 2.4 GHz
frequency band.
• Multiple operating modes:
– Wireless Access Point. Operates as a standard 802.11b/bg/ng access point.
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– Point-to-Point Bridge. In this mode, the MaxR-3210 only communicates with another
bridge-mode wireless access point (with or without clients). Network authentication
should be used to protect this communication.
– Point-to-Multi-Point Bridge. Select this only if this MaxR-3210 is the “Master” for a
group of bridge-mode wireless access points. The other bridge-mode wireless access
points send all traffic to this “Master”, and do not communicate directly with each other.
Network Authentication should be used to protect this traffic.
• Hotspot Settings. You can allow the first HTTP (TCP, port 80) request, on client association,
to be captured and redirected to the URL you specify.
•Upgradeable Firmware. Firmware is stored in a flash memory and can be upgraded easily,
using only your Web browser, and can be upgraded remotely. In addition to using Web
browser to do so, command-line interface and SNMP can also be used.
•Rogue AP detection. The Rogue AP detection feature shows a list of unknown APs to the
administrator.
•Access Control. The Access Control MAC address filtering feature can ensure that only
trusted wireless stations can use the MaxR-3210 to gain access to your LAN.
•Security Profiles. When using multiple BSSIDs, you can configure unique security settings
(encryption, SSID, etc.) for each BSSID.
•Hidden Mode. The SSID is not broadcast, assuring only clients configured with the correct
SSID can connect.
•Secure Telnet Command Line Interface. The secure Telnet command line interface enables
direct secure access over the serial port and easy scripting of configuration of multiple MaxR-
3210s across an extensive network via the Ethernet interface. An SSH client is required.
•Configuration Backup. Configuration settings can be backed up to a file and restored.
•Power over Ethernet. Power can be supplied to the MaxR-3210 over the Ethernet port from
any 802.3af compliant mid-span or end-span source.
•Autosensing Ethernet Connection with Auto Uplink Interface. Connects to 10/100/1000
Mbps IEEE 802.3 Ethernet networks.
•LED Indicators. Power/Test, LAN speed, LAN activity, and wireless activity for each radio
mode are easily identified.
• Wireless Multimedia (WMM) Support. WMM is a subset of the 802.11e standard. WMM
allows wireless traffic to have a range of priorities, depending on the kind of data. Time-
dependent information, like video or audio, has a higher priority than normal traffic. For
WMM to function correctly, Wireless clients must also support WMM.
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• WMM Power Save Support. Power Save uses mechanisms from 802.11e and legacy 802.11
to save power (for battery powered equipment) and fine-tune power consumption.
• VLAN Security Profiles. Each Security Profile can be assigned a VLAN ID as each Security
Profile is modified.
802.11b/g/n Standards-based Wireless Networking
The MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point provides a bridge between Ethernet wired
LANs and 802.11b/g/n compatible wireless LAN networks. It provides connectivity between
Ethernet wired networks and radio-equipped wireless notebook systems, desktop systems, print
servers, and other devices. Additionally, the MaxR-3210 supports the following wireless features:
• Aggregation Support
• Reduced Inter Frame Spacing support
• Multiple Input, Multiple Output (MIMO) support
• Distributed coordinated function (CSMA/CA, Back off procedure, ACK procedure,
retransmission of unacknowledged frames)
• RTS/CTS handshake
• Beacon generation
• Packet fragmentation and reassembly
• Auto or long preamble
• Roaming among access points on the same subnet
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
The MaxR-3210 can connect to a standard Ethernet network. The LAN interface is autosensing
and capable of full-duplex or half-duplex operation.
The access point incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. The Ethernet port will automatically
sense whether the Ethernet cable plugged into the port should have a “normal” connection such as
to a computer or an “uplink” connection such as to a switch or hub. That port will then configure
itself to the correct configuration. This feature also eliminates any concerns about crossover
cables, as Auto Uplink will accommodate either type of cable to make the right connection.
System Requirements
Before installing the MaxR-3210, make sure your system meets these requirements:
• A 10/100/1000 Mbps Local Area Network device such as a hub or switch
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• The Category 5 UTP straight through Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connector included in the
package, or one like it
• A 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz AC power source
• A Web browser for configuration such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, or Mozilla
3.0 or above
• At least one computer with the TCP/IP protocol installed
• 802.11b/g/n-compliant devices.
What’s In the Box?
The product package should contain the following items:
• MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point
• Three Reverse SMA 5dbi dual band dipole antennas.
• Power adapter and cord (12 V dc, 1.5 A)
• Straight through Category 5 Ethernet cable
• RJ-45 to DB-9 female connector.
•Resource CD which includes this manual.
• Support Registration card
Contact your reseller or customer support in your area if there are any missing or damaged parts.
You can refer to the Support Information Card for the telephone number of customer support in
your area. You should keep the Support Information card, along with the original packing
materials, and use the packing materials to repack the MaxR-3210 if you need to return it for
repair.
Hardware Description
This section describes the rear panel hardware functions of the MaxR-3210.
Rear Panel
The MaxR-3210 rear panel functions are described below:
1. Left, Middle, and Right Detachable Antenna
The MaxR-3210 provides three detachable antennas.
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2. Restore to Factory Defaults Button
The restore to default button is located next to the RJ-45 console port and restores the MaxR-
3210 to the factory default settings.
3. Serial Console Port
RJ-45 serial console port for serial DTE connections.
4. RJ-45 Ethernet Port
Use the MaxR-3210 Ethernet RJ-45 port to connect to an Ethernet LAN through a device such
as a hub, switch, router, or PoE switch.
5. Power Socket
This socket connects to the MaxR-3210 12V 1.5A power adapter.
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Chapter 2
Basic Installation and Configuration
This chapter describes how to set up your MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point for
wireless connectivity to your LAN. This basic configuration will enable computers with 802.11b/
g/n wireless adapters to do such things as connect to the Internet, or access printers and files on
your LAN.
This chapter contains the following sections:
1. “Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines
2. “Understanding MaxR-3210 Wireless Security Options
3. “Installing the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point
4. “Logging In Using the Default IP Address
5. “Setting Basic IP Options
6. “Wireless Settings
7. “Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity
8. “Understanding Security Profiles
9. “SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form
10. “Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings
11. “Setting up a Security Profile
12. “Configuring WEP
13. “Configuring WPA with RADIUS
Note: Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11b/bg/ng wireless networks at ranges of
several hundred feet or more. This distance can allow for others outside your area
to access your network. It is important to take appropriate steps to secure your
network from unauthorized access. The MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point
provides highly effective security features which are covered in detail in
“Understanding Security Profiles” on page 2-18. Deploy the security features
appropriate to your needs.
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14. “Configuring WPA2 with RADIUS
15. “Configuring WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS
16. “Configuring WPA-PSK
17. “Configuring WPA2-PSK
18. “Configuring WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK
19. “Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address
You need to prepare these three things before you can establish a connection through your wireless
access point:
• A location for the MaxR-3210 that conforms to the “Wireless Equipment Placement and
Range Guidelines below.
• The wireless access point connected to your LAN through a device such as a hub, switch,
router, or Cable/DSL gateway.
• One or more computers with properly configured 802.11b/g/n wireless adapters.
Wireless Equipment Placement and Range Guidelines
The operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly based on the
physical placement of the Access Point. The latency, data throughput performance, and notebook
power consumption of wireless adapters also vary depending on your configuration choices.
For best results, place your Access Point:
• Near the center of the area in which your PCs will operate.
• In an elevated location such as a high shelf where the wirelessly connected PCs have line-of-
sight access (even if through walls).
• Away from sources of interference, such as PCs, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless phones.
• Away from large metal surfaces.
Putting the antenna in a vertical position provides best side-to-side coverage. Putting the antenna
in a horizontal position provides best up-and-down coverage.
Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation
or inability to wirelessly connect to the MaxR-3210. For complete performance
specifications, see Appendix A, “Default Settings and Technical Specifications.”
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If you are using multiple access points for 11b/bg/ng, it is better if adjacent access points use
different radio frequency channels to reduce interference. The recommended Channel spacing
between adjacent access points is 5 Channels (for example, use Channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11).
The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security
settings and placement. Some types of security connections can take slightly longer to establish
and can consume more battery power on a notebook computer.
Understanding MaxR-3210 Wireless Security Options
Your wireless data transmissions can be received well beyond your walls by anyone with a
compatible adapter. For this reason, use the security features of your wireless equipment. The
MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point provides highly effective security features which are covered
in detail in this chapter. Deploy the security features appropriate to your needs.
There are several ways you can enhance the security of your wireless network:
•Restrict Access Based on MAC address. You can restrict access to only trusted PCs so that
unknown PCs cannot wirelessly connect to the MaxR-3210. MAC address filtering adds an
obstacle against unwanted access to your network, but the data broadcast over the wireless link
is fully exposed.
•Turn Off the Broadcast of the Wireless Network Name (SSID). If you disable broadcast of
the SSID, only devices that have the correct SSID can connect. This nullifies the wireless
network “discovery” feature of some products such as Windows XP, Vista and Unix systems
but the data is still fully exposed to a determined snoop using specialized test equipment like
wireless sniffers.
•Use WEP. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. WEP
open authentication and WEP data encryption will block all but the most determined
eavesdropper.
•Use WPA or WPA-PSK. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption provides data
security. The very strong authentication along with dynamic per frame rekeying of WPA make
it virtually impossible to compromise. Because this is a new standard, wireless device driver
and software availability may be limited.
Note: WEP and TKIP provide only legacy rates of operation. So, AES is the
recommended solution to use the 802.11n rates and speed.
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Installing the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point
Before installing the MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point, you should make sure that
your Ethernet network is up and working. You will be connecting the access point to the Ethernet
network so that computers with 802.11b/g/n wireless adapters will be able to communicate with
computers on the Ethernet network. In order for this to work correctly, verify that you have met all
of the system requirements, shown on “System Requirements” on page 1-4.
Setting up the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point
To set up the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point:
1. Prepare a computer with an Ethernet adapter. If this computer is already part of your network,
record its TCP/IP configuration settings.
2. Configure the computer with a static IP address of 192.168.0.210 and 255.255.255.0 for the
Subnet Mask.
3. Connect an Ethernet cable from the MaxR-3210 to the computer.
4. Turn on your computer, connect the power adapter to the MaxR-3210 and verify the
following:
• The PWR power light goes on.
• The LAN light of the Access Point is lit when connected to a powered on computer.
• The WLAN LEDs should be blinking.
Configuring LAN and Wireless Access
To configure the MaxR-3210 Ethernet port for LAN access:
1. Connect to the MaxR-3210 by opening your browser and entering http://192.168.0.237 in the
address field. The MaxR-3210 login screen appears (see Figure 2-1).
2. Enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in lower case letters.
Tip: Before mounting the MaxR-3210 in a high location, first set up and test the MaxR-
3210 to verify wireless network connectivity.
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3. Click Login. The main menu of the MaxR-3210 displays as shown in Figure 2-2.
• When the Access Point is connected to the Internet, under the Support tab, select
Documentation to view the documentation for the Access Point.
• On the top-right of the screen, select Logout to exit the MaxR-3210 setup screens. (You
will automatically be logged out of the Access Point after 5 minutes of no activity.)
4. Access Point Name: Enter the access point name of the MaxR-3210.
This unique name is the access point NetBIOS name. The default Access Point Name is
located on the bottom label of MaxR-3210. The default is aradaxxxxxx, where xxxxxx
represents the last 6 digits of the MaxR-3210 MAC address. You may modify the default name
with a unique name up to 15 characters long.
Figure 2-1 Login screen
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5. Select Time from the left panel. The Time screen displays, as shown in Figure 2-2.
6. Enter the Time Settings for your area. See the online help or “Configuring Time Settings” on
page 2-7 for more information about how to configure the settings on this screen.
Figure 2-2 Timezone and system time related settings
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7. Select IP on the main menu. The IP Settings screen displays, as shown in Figure 2-3.
8. Configure the IP Address settings appropriate for your network. The default values are
suitable for most users and situations. (See the online help or “Setting Basic IP Options” on
page 2-11 for more information about how to configure the settings on this screen.
9. Click Apply.
Configuring Time Settings
To configure your time settings:
1. Under the Configuration tab, select System from the main menu, select Basic, and then select
Time. The Time screen displays, as shown in Figure 2-4.
Figure 2-3 IP Settings
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2. Configure the following information:
–Time Zone. From the pull-down menu, select the local time zone for your Access Point
from a list of all available time zones. The default is USA-Pacific.
–NTP Client. Enable NTP Client to synchronize the time of the access point with an NTP
Server. The Default is Enabled.
–Use Custom NTP Server. Check the option if you have a custom NTP server. The default
is Disabled.
–Hostname / IP Address. Enter the host name or the IP address of the custom NTP server.
3. Click Apply.
Figure 2-4 Timezone and system time related settings
Note: You must have an Internet connection to get the current time.
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Configuring Wireless Access
To configure your wireless settings for 11b/bg/ng:
1. From the main menu under Configuration, select Wireless. The Wireless Settings screen
displays, as shown in Figure 2-5.
2. Enter the wireless settings for your area. See the online help or “Wireless Settings” on
page 2-13.
3. Click Apply to save your settings.
When you have completed the setup steps, you can deploy the MaxR-3210 in your network. If
needed, you can now reconfigure the computer you used in step 1 (from the Static IP) back to its
original TCP/IP settings.
Deploying the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point
To deploy the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point:
1. Disconnect the MaxR-3210 and position it where it will be deployed. The best location is
elevated, such as wall mounted or on the top of a cubicle, at the center of your wireless
coverage area, and within line of sight of all the mobile devices.
2. Lift the antennae on either side so that they are vertical.
Figure 2-5 Basic Wireless Settings for 802.11b/bg/ng
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3. Connect an Ethernet cable from your MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point to a LAN port on
your router, switch, or hub.
4. Connect the power adapter to the wireless access point and plug the power adapter in to a
power outlet. The PWR, LAN, and Wireless LAN lights and should light up.
Verifying Wireless Connectivity
Using a computer with an 802.11b/bg/ng wireless adapter with the correct wireless settings needed
to connect to the MaxR-3210 (SSID, WEP/WPA, MAC ACL, etc.), verify connectivity by using a
browser such as Mozilla Firefox or Internet Explorer to browse the Internet, or check for file and
printer access on your network.
The default SSID for the 802.11b/bg/ng wireless mode is ARADA_11g. The SSID of any wireless
access adapters must match the SSID configured in the MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N
Access Point. If they do not match, no wireless connection will be made.
Logging In Using the Default IP Address
After you install the MaxR-3210, log in to the Access Point to configure the basic settings and the
wireless settings. The MaxR-3210 is set, by default, with the IP address of 192.168.0.237 with
DHCP disabled.
Note: By default, MaxR-3210 is set with the DHCP client disabled. If your network
uses dynamic IP addresses, you must change this setting. To connect to the
MaxR-3210 after the DHCP server on your network assigns it a new IP
address, enter the Access Point name into your Web browser. The default
Access Point name is aradaxxxxxx, where xxxxxx represents the last 6 bytes of
the MAC address. The default name is printed on the bottom label of the
MaxR-3210.
Note: If you are unable to connect, see Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting and Debugging.”
Note: The computer you are using to connect to the MaxR-3210 should be configured
with an IP address that starts with 192.168.0.x and a Subnet Mask of
255.255.255.0.
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To log in using the default IP Address:
1. Open a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox.
2. Connect to the MaxR-3210 by entering its default address of http://192.168.0.237 into your
browser. The login screen displays. Enter admin for the user name and password for the
password, both in lower case letters.
3. Click Login.
Your Web browser should automatically find the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point and
display the home screen.
Setting Basic IP Options
The basic IP settings for your Access Point are entered on this screen. Most of the default settings
will work in most cases. However, if your Access Point is part of a more complex LAN network,
then modify the settings to meet the requirements of your network based on the explanation of the
various fields.
To configure the basic IP settings of your Access Point:
1. Under Configuration, select IP, and then IP Settings. The IP Settings screen displays as
shown in Figure 2-7 below.
Figure 2-6 Connecting to the Access Point
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2. Enter the IP Address fields of the MaxR-3210.
–DHCP Client. By default, the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) client is
disabled. If you have a DHCP server on your LAN and you enable DHCP, the wireless
access point will get its IP address, subnet mask and default gateway settings
automatically from the DHCP server on your network when you connect the MaxR-3210
to your LAN.
–IP Address. Enter the IP Address of your Access Point.The default IP address is
192.168.0.237. To change it, enter an unused IP address from the address range used on
your LAN; or enable DHCP.
–IP Subnet Mask. The Access Point will automatically calculate the subnet mask based on
the IP address that you assign. Otherwise, you can use 255.255.255.0 (the default) as the
subnet mask.
–Default Gateway. Enter the IP address of the gateway for your LAN. For more complex
networks, enter the address of the router for the network segment to which the Access
Point is connected.
–Primary DNS Servers. The MaxR-3210 will use this IP address as the primary Domain
Name Server used by stations on your LAN.
Figure 2-7 Basic IP options
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–Secondary DNS Servers. The MaxR-3210 will use this IP address as the secondary
Domain Name Server used by stations on your LAN.
–Network Intgrity Check. Check this box to enable the MaxR-3210 to validate that the
upstream link is active before allowing wirelessassociations.If you set this option you
must ensure your default gateway is configured.
3. Click Apply to save your basic IP settings.
Wireless Settings
The following sections describe how to configure the wireless settings available in the 802.11b/bg/
ng modes.
Configuring 802.11b/bg/ng Wireless Settings
To configure the wireless settings of your 802.11 b/bg/ng Access Point:
1. From main menu under Configuration, select Wireless. The Wireless Settings screen of your
802.11 b/bg/ng Access Point displays, as shown in Figure 2-8 below.
Figure 2-8 Configure wireless settings 802.11b/bg/ng
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2. Configure the Wireless LAN settings based on the following field descriptions:
•Wireless Mode. Select the desired wireless operating mode. The default is 11ng. The
options are:
–11b – All 802.11b wireless stations can be used. (The 802.11g wireless stations can
still be used if they can operate in 802.11b mode.)
–11bg – Both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless stations can be supported.
–11ng – All 11b, 11g, and 11ng wireless stations can be used. This is the default. If you
select this option, then two additional options, Channel Width and Guard Interval, are
displayed.
•Turn Radio On. On by default, you can also turn off the radio to disable access through
this device. This can be helpful for configuration, network tuning, or troubleshooting
activities.
•Wireless Network Name (SSID). This is the name of your wireless network. It is set to
ARADA_11g for 802.11b/bg/ng.
•Broadcast Wireless Network Name (SSID). If you disable broadcast of the SSID, only
devices that have the correct SSID can connect. This nullifies the wireless network
“discovery” feature of some products such as Windows XP, Vista and Unix systems but
the data is still fully exposed to a determined snoop using specialized test equipment like
wireless sniffers. Default is enabled.
•Channel/Frequency. From the pull-down menu, select the channel you wish to use on
your wireless LAN. The wireless channel in use will be between 1 to 11 for US and
Canada, 1 to 13 for Europe and Australia. The default is channel Auto.
It should not be necessary to change the wireless channel unless you experience
interference (shown by lost connections and/or slow data transfers). Should this happen,
you may need to experiment with different channels to see which is the best. Alternatively,
you can select the Auto channel option for the AP to intelligently pick the channel with
least interference. When selecting or changing channels, some points to bear in mind:
– Access points use a fixed channel. You can select the channel used. This allows you to
choose a channel which provides the least interference and best performance. In the
USA and Canada, 11 channels are available
Note: If you select one of these option and if other settings on this screen are
disabled, then you must select the Turn Radio On radio button to
enable available options on this screen.
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– If using multiple access points, it is better if adjacent access points use different
channels to reduce interference. The recommended channel spacing between adjacent
access points is 5 channels (for example, use channels 1 and 6, or 6 and 11).
– Wireless stations normally scan all channels, looking for an access point. If more than
one access point can be used, the one with the strongest signal is used. This can only
happen when the various access points are using the same SSID.
•MCS Index/Data Rate. From the pull-down menu, select the available transmit data rate
of the wireless network. Also, depending on the band selected, the set of rates will vary.
The possible data rates supported are:
•Data Rates for Channel Width=20MHz and Guard Interval=short (400ms): Best,
7.2 Mbps, 14.4 Mbps, 21.7 Mbps, 28.9 Mbps, 43.3 Mbps, 57.8 Mbps, 65 Mbps, 72.2
Mbps, 14.44 Mbps, 28.88 Mbps, 43.33 Mbps, 57.77 Mbps, 86.66 Mbps, 115.56 Mbps,
130 Mbps, 144.44 Mbps
•Data Rates for Channel Width=20MHz and Guard Interval=long (800ms): Best,
6.5 Mbps, 13 Mbps, 19.5 Mbps, 26 Mbps, 39 Mbps, 52 Mbps, 58.5 Mbps, 65 Mbps,
13 Mbps, 26 Mbps, 39 Mbps, 52 Mbps, 78 Mbps, 104 Mbps, 117 Mbps, 130 Mbps
•Data Rates for Channel Width=40MHz and Guard Interval=short: Best, 15
Mbps, 30 Mbps, 45 Mbps, 60 Mbps, 90 Mbps, 120 Mbps, 135 Mbps, 150 Mbps, 30
Mbps, 60 Mbps, 90 Mbps, 120 Mbps, 180 Mbps, 240 Mbps, 270 Mbps, 300 Mbps
•Data Rates for Channel Width=40MHz and Guard Interval=long: Best, 13.5
Mbps, 27 Mbps, 40.5 Mbps, 54 Mbps, 81 Mbps, 108Mbps, 121.5 Mbps, 135 Mbps, 27
Mbps, 54 Mbps, 81 Mbps, 108Mbps, 162 Mbps, 216 Mbps, 243 Mbps, 270 Mbps
•Channel Width. From the pull-down menu, select the desired channel width.
• 20 MHz - This is the static, legacy mode. It gives the least throughput.
• 40 MHz - This is the static, high-throughput mode. Legacy clients will not be able to
connect in this mode.
• 20/40 MHz - This is the dynamic, compatibility mode.
•Guard Interval. From the pull-down menu, select the desired guard interval. The guard
interval protects from interference from other transmissions. The default is Auto.
•Output Power. From the pull-down menu, select the transmit power of the access point.
The options are Full, Half, Quarter, Eighth, and Minimum. Decrease the transmit power if
two or more APs are close together and use the same channel frequency. The default is
Full. (The transmit power may vary depending on the local regulatory regulations.
3. Click Apply to save your 802.11b/bg/ng wireless settings.
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Configuring Basic QoS Settings
Wi-Fi Multimedia Support (WMM). Wireless Multimedia (WMM) is a subset of the 802.11e
standard. WMM allows wireless traffic to have a range of priorities, depending on the type of data.
Time-dependent information, such as video or audio, has a higher priority than normal traffic. For
WMM to function correctly, Wireless clients must also support WMM.
To configure basic wireless QoS settings for 11b/bg/ng:
1. Under the Configuration tab, select Wireless from the main menu, select Basic, and then
select QoS Settings from the left panel. The QoS Settings screen displays, as shown in
Figure 2-9.
2. Wi-FI Multimedia (WMM) is enabled by default. Select the Disable radio button to disable
WMM support.
3. WMM Power Save is enabled by default. Select the Disable radio button to disable WMM
power save.
4. Click Apply to save your settings
Figure 2-9 Basic QoS settings screen
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Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity
Follow the instructions below to set up and test basic wireless connectivity. Once you have
established basic wireless connectivity, you can enable security settings appropriate to your needs.
1. From your Web browser, log in to the MaxR-3210 using its default address of
http://192.168.0.237. Use the default user name of admin and default password of
password— or use a new LAN address and password if you have set them up.
2. From the main menu under Configuration, select System.
3. Click Apply to save any changes.
4. Under the Configuration tab, select Wireless from the main menu. Ensure that the auto
channel (default) feature is selected for your network. This feature selects a channel that has
the least interference.
It should not be necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference
problems or are near another wireless access point. Select a channel that is not being used by
any other wireless networks within several hundred feet of your Access Point.
5. Click Apply to save any changes.
6. Under the Configuration tab, select Security from the main menu. For initial configuration
and testing, the Security Profile Settings for Profile 1 (the default profile) are set to Open
System and the SSID for 11b/bg/ng set to ARADA_11g (see “Understanding Security
Profiles” on page 2-18 to configure a profile).
7. Click Apply to save any changes.
8. Configure and test your PCs for wireless connectivity
Note: The SSID of any station must match the SSID you configured in the MaxR-
3210 Wireless Access Point. If they do not match, you will not get a wireless
connection to the MaxR-3210.
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Program the wireless adapter of your PCs to have the same SSID that you configured in the
MaxR-3210. Check that they have a wireless link and are able to obtain an IP address by
DHCP from the MaxR-3210.
Once your PCs have basic wireless connectivity to the MaxR-3210, you can configure the
advanced wireless security functions.
Understanding Security Profiles
Security Profiles let you configure unique security settings for each SSID. You can configure up to
eight unique 802.11b/bg/ng wireless security profiles on the MaxR-3210 (see Figure 2-10)..
Note: If you are configuring the MaxR-3210 from a wireless computer and you
change the SSID, channel, or Security Profile settings, you will lose your
wireless connection when you click Apply. You must then change the wireless
settings of your computer to match the new settings.
Note: If you are using a RADIUS Server, configure the RADIUS settings first, as
described in the “Configuring WPA with RADIUS” on page 2-29.
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An overview of the information that is required to set up a Security Profile follows—including a
description of the Network Authentication choices that are available:
•Profile Definition. Configure the following settings:
•Security Profile Name. Use a name that makes it easy to recognize the profile—and to
tell profiles apart. (The default names are ARADA, ARADA-1, ARADA-2, and so on.)
You can enter a value of up to 32 alphanumeric characters.
•Wireless Network Name (SSID). This is the name of your wireless network. It is set to
the default name of ARADA_11g for 802.11b/bg/ng.
•Broadcast Wireless Network Name (SSID). If you disable broadcast of the SSID, only
devices that have the correct SSID can connect. This nullifies the wireless network
“discovery” feature of some products such as Windows XP, Vista and Unix systems but
the data is still fully exposed to a determined snoop using specialized test equipment like
wireless sniffers. Default is enabled.
Figure 2-10 Security Profile Settings
Note: Only the first profile is enabled by default. The rest of the profiles are disabled
and must be enabled if configured.
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•Authentication Settings. Configure the following settings:
•Network Authentication. The MaxR-3210 Access Point is set by default as an open
system with no authentication. When setting up Network Authentication, bear in mind the
following:
– If you are using Access Point mode, then all options are available. In bridge mode
some options may be unavailable.
– Not all wireless adapters support WPA or WPA2. Windows XP and Windows 2000
with Service Pack 3 do include the client software that supports WPA. However, client
software is required on the client. Consult the product documentation for your
wireless adapter and WPA or WPA2 client software for instructions on configuring
WPA2 settings.
You can configure the MaxR-3210 to use the types of network authentication shown in the
table below.
Table 2-1. Network Authentication Types
Typea
a. All options are available if using Access Point mode. In bridge modes some options may be unavailable.
Description
Open System Can be used with WEP encryption or no encryption.
Shared Key You must use WEP encryption and enter at least one shared key.
Legacy 802.1x You must configure the RADIUS Server Settings to use this option.
WPA with RADIUS You must configure the RADIUS Server Settings to use this option.
WPA2 with RADIUS
(WPA2 is a later version of WPA.)
Only select this if all clients support WPA2. If selected, you must use
AES encryption and configure the RADIUS Server Settings.
WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS This selection allows clients to use either WPA (with TKIP) or WPA2
(with AES). If selected, you must use TKIP + AES encryption and
configure the RADIUS Server Settings.
WPA-PSK You must use TKIP or TKIP + AES encryption and enter the WPA
passphrase (Network key).
WPA2-PSK
(WPA2 is a later version of WPA )
Only select this if all clients support WPA2. If selected, you must use
AES or TKIP + AES encryption and enter the WPA passphrase
(Network key).
WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK This selection allows clients to use either WPA (with TKIP) or WPA2
(with AES). If selected, you must use TKIP + AES encryption and
enter the WPA passphrase (Network key).
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•Data Encryption. The available options depend on the Network Authentication setting
selected (see Table 2-1 above); otherwise, the default is None. The Data Encryption
settings are explained in the table below:
• Use of Passphrases and Keys are explained below:
–Passphrase. To use the Passphrase to generate the WEP keys, enter a passphrase and
click the Generate Keys button. You can also enter the keys directly. These keys must
match the other wireless stations.
–Key 1, Key 2, Key 3, Key 4. If using WEP, select the key to be used as the default
key. Data transmissions are always encrypted using the default key. The other keys
can only be used to decrypt received data.
–WPA Preshared Key Passphrase. If using WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK, enter the
passphrase here. All wireless stations must use the same passphrase (network key).
The network key must be from 8 to 64 characters in length.
•Wireless Client Security Separation. If enabled, the associated wireless clients will not
be able to communicate with each other. (This feature is intended for hotspots and other
public access situations.) The default is Disabled.
•VLAN ID. If the hubs/switches on your LAN support the VLAN (802.1Q) standard and
this feature has been enabled, the default VLAN ID for MaxR-3210 will be associated
with each profile. The default Profile VLAN ID must match the IDs used by other network
devices.
Table 2-2. Data Encryption Settings
Data Encryption Type Description
None No encryption is used.
64 bits WEP Standard WEP encryption, using 40/64 bit encryption.
128 bits WEP Standard WEP encryption, using 104/128 bit encryption.
152 bits WEP Proprietary mode that will only work with other wireless devices that support
this mode.
TKIP This is the standard encryption method used with WPA and WPA2.
AES This is the standard encryption method for WPA2.
TKIP + AES This setting supports both WPA and WPA2. Broadcast packets use TKIP. For
unicast (point-to-point) transmissions, WPA clients use TKIP, and WPA2
clients use AES.
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SSID and WEP/WPA Settings Setup Form
802.11b/bg/ng Configuration
For a new wireless network, print or copy this form and fill in the configuration parameters. For an
existing wireless network, the person who set up or is responsible for the network will be able to
provide this information. Be sure to set the Regulatory Domain correctly as the first step.
•SSID: The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network.
ARADA_11g is the default MaxR-3210 SSID. However, you may customize it by using up to
32 alphanumeric characters. Write your customized SSID on the line below.
___________________________________
Note: The SSID in the Access Point is the SSID you configure in the wireless adapter card. All
wireless nodes in the same network must be configured with the same SSID:
• Authentication:
Circle one: Open System or Shared Key. (Choose Shared Key for more security.)
Note: If you select shared key, the other devices in the network will not connect unless they
are set to Shared Key as well and have the same keys in the same positions as those in the
MaxR-3210.
• WEP Encryption Keys.
Circle one: 64, 128, or 152 bits. (Enter all four keys for the Key Size chosen.)
Key 1: ___________________________________
Key 2: ___________________________________
Key 3: ___________________________________
Key 4: ___________________________________
• WPA-PSK (Preshared Key)
Record the WPA-PSK key. Key: ___________________________________
• WPA RADIUS Settings. For WPA, record the following settings for the primary and
secondary RADIUS servers:
Server Name/IP Address: Primary _________________ Secondary __________________
Port: ___________________________________
Shared Secret: ___________________________________
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Use the procedures described in the following sections to configure the MaxR-3210. Store this
information in a safe place.
Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings
You can setup or modify the RADIUS Server settings to compliment Network Authentication
security options. The RADIUS Server must be used with Legacy 802.1x, and can be used with
WPA and WPA2 Network Authentication. When using a RADIUS Server, the RADIUS Server
settings must be configured before completing the Network Authentication security profile (see
“Configuring WPA with RADIUS” on page 2-29, “Configuring WPA2 with RADIUS” on
page 2-31, or “Configuring WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS” on page 2-32 for specifics on
implementing these security options).
To set up or modify the RADIUS Server Settings:
1. From your Web browser, log in to the MaxR-3210 using the default LAN address of
http://192.168.0.237, user name admin and password password, or use the LAN address and
password that you set up.
2. Under the Configuration tab, select Security on the main menu, select Advanced from the
left panel, and then select RADIUS Server Settings. The RADIUS Server Settings screen
displays, as shown in Figure 2-11.
Note: The RADIUS Server Settings apply to all profiles. They only need to be configured
once per Access Point.
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3. Enter the following RADIUS Server settings:
•Authentication Server. This configuration is required for authentication using a RADIUS
Server.The IP Address, Port Number, and Shared Secret are required for communication
with the Primary RADIUS Server. You can also configure a Secondary RADIUS Server to
use, if the Primary RADIUS Server fails.
–IP Address. The IP address of the RADIUS Server.
–Port Number. The port number of the RADIUS Server. The default is 1812.
–Shared Secret. This is shared between the Wireless Access Point and the RADIUS
Server while authenticating the supplicant (wireless client).
•Accounting Server. This configuration is required for accounting using a RADIUS
Server. The IP Address, Port Number, and Shared Secret are required for communication
with the Primary RADIUS Server. You can also configure a Secondary RADIUS Server to
use if the Primary RADIUS Server fails.
–IP Address. The IP address of the RADIUS Server.
–Port Number. Port number of the RADIUS Server. The default: 1813
Figure 2-11 RADIUS server settings
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–Shared Secret. This is shared between the Wireless Access Point and the RADIUS
Server while authenticating the supplicant (wireless client).
4. Click Apply to save your settings.
Setting up a Security Profile
The MaxR-3210 allows you to set up eight different security profiles for 802.11b/bg/ng. Each
profile can be configured with a different security option for network authentication.
.
Note: If you are using a RADIUS Server, configure the RADIUS settings first, as
described in the “Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings” on page 2-23.
Figure 2-12 Security profile settings
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To configure a Security Profile:
1. From your Web browser, log in to the MaxR-3210 using the default LAN address of
http://192.168.0.237, user name admin and password password, or use the LAN address and
password that you set up.
2. Under the Configuration tab, select Security from the main menu. The screen for the Profile
Settings displays as shown in Figure 2-12above.
3. Select the checkbox of the profile you want to modify and click Edit. The Security Profile
Configuration screen for the selected profile displays (see Figure 2-13).
4. Give your profile a meaningful name so that you can remember it later.
5. The Wireless Network Name (SSID) is set by default to identify it as ARADA_11g.
6. Enable or disable the Broadcast Wireless Network Name (SSID). It is enabled by default. (If it
is broadcast, it can be easily detected by other clients.)
7. From the Network Authentication pull-down menu, select the Network Authentication Type
you want to use for this profile:
• To configure WEP encryption for Open Systems or Shared Key, see “Configuring WEP”
on page 2-27.
Figure 2-13 Edit a security profile
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• To configure WPA with RADIUS, see “Configuring WPA with RADIUS” on page 2-29.
• To configure WPA2 with RADIUS, see “Configuring WPA2 with RADIUS” on
page 2-31.
• To configure WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS, see “Configuring WPA and WPA2 with
RADIUS” on page 2-32.
• To configure WPA-PSK, see “Configuring WPA-PSK” on page 2-34.
• To configure WPA2-PSK, see “Configuring WPA2-PSK” on page 2-35.
• To configure WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK, see “Configuring WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK”
on page 2-36.
8. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, the associated
wireless clients will not be able to communicate with each other.
9. If the hubs/switches on your LAN support the VLAN (802.1Q) standard and this feature has
been enabled, the default VLAN ID for MaxR-3210 will be associated with each profile. The
default Profile VLAN ID must match the IDs used by other network devices.
10. Click Apply to save your Security Profile settings.
11. Click Back. Your new settings will appear in the Security Profiles table identified by the
Profile Name of the profile. A VLAN ID will also be assigned to your profile.
To enable your Security Profile:
1. Check the radio box in the Enable column next to your profile.
2. Click Apply. Your Security Profile will be enabled. If you enabled VLAN 802.1Q, your
VLAN Profile will also be enabled. (See “Setting Basic IP Options” on page 2-11 to enable
VLAN 802.1Q.)
Configuring WEP
To configure WEP data encryption:
1. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, choose either Open System or Shared
Key authentication.
Note: Security Profiles that share the same type of network authentication need not
share the same passphrase or keys.
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2. From the Data Encryption drop-down menu, select encryption strength (64 bits, 128 bits, or
152 bits).
3. You manually or automatically program the four data encryption keys. These values must be
identical on all PCs and Access Points in your network. Choose either:
• Automatic – Enter a word or group of printable characters in the Passphrase box and click
the Generate button. The four key boxes will be automatically populated with key values.
• Manual – Enter the number of hexadecimal digits appropriate to the encryption strength:
10 digits for 64-bit, 26 digits for 128-bit and 32 digits for 152-bit (any combination of 0-9,
a-f, or A-F)
Select which of the four keys will be the default.
4. Select the key to be used as the default key by checking the radio box. (Data transmissions are
always encrypted using the default key.)
5. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless
clients will not be able to communicate with each other. (This feature is intended for hotspots
and other public access situations.
6. Click Apply to save your settings.
Figure 2-14 Configure WEP Shared Key
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Configuring WPA with RADIUS
Not all wireless adapters support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client.
Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 or above do include the client software that
supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA.
Consult the product document for your wireless adapter and WPA client software for instructions
on configuring WPA settings.
To configure WPA, follow these steps:
1. Under the Configuration tab, select Security on the main menu, select Advanced from the
left-hand menu, and then select RADIUS Server Settings. The RADIUS Server Settings
screen displays.
2. Enter the RADIUS Server Settings as shown in “Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings” on
page 2-23.
3. Click Apply to save your RADIUS Server settings.
Note: If you use a wireless computer to configure WEP settings, you will be
disconnected when you click Apply. Reconfigure your wireless adapter to match
the new settings or access the Access Point from a wired computer to make any
further changes.
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4. Under the Configuration tab, select Security from the main menu. The screen for Profile
Settings displays. When the Security Profile screen displays, check the checkbox of the
Security Profile you want to modify and click Edit.
5. Choose WPA with RADIUS from the from the Network Authentication drop-down menu.
Data Encryption will be set to TKIP by default.
6. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless
clients will not be able to communicate with each other. (This feature is intended for hotspots
and other public access situations.
7. Click Apply to save your settings.
Figure 2-15 Configure WPA with RADIUS
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Configuring WPA2 with RADIUS
Not all wireless adapters support WPA2. Furthermore, client software is required on the client.
Make sure your client card supports WPA2. Consult the product document for your wireless
adapter and WPA2 client software for instructions on configuring WPA2 settings.
To configure WPA2 with RADIUS:
1. Under the Configuration tab, select Security on the main menu, select Advanced from the
left panel, and then select RADIUS Server Settings. The RADIUS Server Settings screen
displays.
2. Enter the RADIUS settings as shown in ““Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings” on
page 2-23.
3. Click Apply to save your RADIUS settings.
4. Under the Configuration tab, select Security from the main menu The screen for Profile
Settings displays. When the Security Profile screen displays, check the checkbbox of the
Security Profile you want to modify and click Edit.
Figure 2-16 Configure WPA2 with RADIUS
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5. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA2 with RADIUS from the list.
By default, Data Encryption will be set to AES.
6. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless
clients will not be able to communicate with each other. (This feature is intended for hotspots
and other public access situations.
7. Click Apply to save your settings.
Configuring WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS
Not all wireless adapters support WPA and WPA2. Client software is required on the client:
• Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3, or above, do include the client software
that supports WPA. The wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA.
• Service Pack 3 does not include the client software that supports WPA2. Make sure your client
card supports WPA2. The wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA2.
Consult the product documentation for your wireless adapter; WPA client software for instructions
on configuring WPA settings; and WPA2 client software for instructions on configuring WPA2
settings.
Figure 2-17 Configure WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS
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To configure WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS:
1. Under the Configuration tab, select Security on the main menu, select Advanced from the
left panel, and then select RADIUS Server Settings. The RADIUS Server Settings screen
displays.
2. Enter the RADIUS settings as shown in ““Configuring the RADIUS Server Settings” on
page 2-23.
3. Click Apply to save your RADIUS settings
4. Under the Configuration tab, select Security from the main menu. The screen for Profile
Settings displays. When the Security Profile screen displays, check the checkbox of the
Security Profile you want to modify and click Edit.
5. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA & WPA2 with RADIUS
from the list. By default, Data Encryption will be set to TKIP+AES.
6. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless
clients will not be able to communicate with each other. (This feature is intended for hotspots
and other public access situations.
7. Click Apply to save your settings.
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Configuring WPA-PSK
Not all wireless adapters support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client.
Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 or above include the client software that
supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA.
Consult the product document for your wireless adapter and WPA client software for instructions
on configuring WPA settings.
Figure 2-18 Configure WPA-PSK
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To configure WPA-PSK:
1. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA-PSK. By default, Data
Encryption will be set to TKIP.
2. Enter the preshared key passphrase (Network Key).
3. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless
clients will not be able to communicate with each other. (This feature is intended for hotspots
and other public access situations.
4. Click Apply to save your settings.
Configuring WPA2-PSK
Not all wireless adapters support WPA2. Furthermore, client software is required on the client.
Make sure your client card supports WPA2. Consult the product document for your wireless
adapter and WPA2 client software for instructions on configuring WPA2 settings.
To configure WPA2-PSK:
Figure 2-19 Configure WPA2-PSK
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1. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA2-PSK from the list. By
default, Data Encryption will be set to AES.
2. Enter the preshared key passphrase (Network Key).
3. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless
clients will not be able to communicate with each other. (This feature is intended for hotspots
and other public access situations.
4. Click Apply to save your settings.
Configuring WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK
Not all wireless adapters support WPA and WPA2. Client software is required on the client:
• Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 or above do include the client software
that supports WPA. The wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA.
• Service Pack 3 does not include the client software that supports WPA2. Make sure your client
card supports WPA2. The wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA2.
Consult the product documentation for your wireless adapter; WPA client software for instructions
on configuring WPA settings; and WPA2 client software for instructions on configuring WPA2
settings
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To configure WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK:
1. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA-PSK & WPA2-PSK. By
default, Data Encryption will be set to TKIP+AES.
2. Enter the WPA Passphrase (Network Key).
3. Wireless Client Security Separation is disabled by default. If enabled, associated wireless
clients will not be able to communicate with each other. (This feature is intended for hotspots
and other public access situations.
4. Click Apply to save your settings.
Figure 2-20 Configure WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK
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Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address
The optional Access Control window lets you block the network access privilege of any specified
stations through the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point. When you enable access control, the
access point only accepts connections from clients on the selected access control list. This
provides an additional layer of security.
To restrict access based on MAC addresses:
1. Log in to the MaxR-3210 using the default address of http://192.168.0.237, user name of
admin and default password of password, or whatever LAN address and password you have
set up.
2. Under the Configuration tab, select Security on the main menu, select Advanced from the
left panel, and then select MAC Authetication. The MAC Authetication screen displays.
Note: If configuring the MaxR-3210 from a wireless computer whose MAC address is
not in the access control list, if you select Turn Access Control On, you will lose
your wireless connection when you click Apply. You must then access the Access
Point from a wired computer or from a wireless computer that is on the access
control list to make any further changes.
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3. Check the Turn Access Control On radio box to enable Access Control feature.
4. Select the desired Access Control Database options. The options are:
•Local MAC Address Database – The Access Point will use the local MAC address table
for Access Control. This is the default.
•RADIUS MAC Address Database – The Access Point will use the MAC address table
located on the external RADIUS server on the LAN for Access Control. If you choose this
database, you must configure the RADIUS Server Settings first (see “Configuring the
RADIUS Server Settings” on page 2-23).
5. The Trusted Wireless Stations list shows any wireless stations you have entered. If you have
not entered any wireless stations this list will be empty. To delete an existing entry, select it
and then click Delete.
6. Click Refresh to refresh the Available Wireless Stations list found in your area.
7. Select the stations from the list of Available Wireless Stations found in your area, or enter the
MAC address of a station to add a new station manually. (You can usually find the MAC
address printed on the bottom of the wireless adapter.)
Figure 2-21 Configure MAC authentication
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8. Click Add to add the wireless device to the Trusted Wireless Stations list. Repeat these steps
for each additional device you want to add to the list.
9. Click Apply to save your wireless access control list settings.
Now, only devices on this list will be allowed to wirelessly connect to the MaxR-3210.
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Chapter 3
Management
This chapter describes how to use the management features of your MaxR-3210 Single Band
Wireless-N Access Point. To access these features, connect to the MaxR-3210 as described in
“Logging In Using the Default IP Address” on page 2-10. Then select the category under either the
Monitoring or Maintenance headings in the main menu of the browser interface.
This chapter contains the following sections:
1. “Remote Management
2. “Remote Console
3. “Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software
4. “Configuration File Management
5. “Restoring the MaxR-3210 to the Factory Default Settings
6. “Changing the Administrator Password
7. “Enabling the SysLog Server
8. “Using Activity Log Information
9. “Viewing General Summary Information
10. “Viewing Network Traffic Statistics
11. “Viewing Available Wireless Station Statistics
12. “Enabling Rogue AP Detection
13. “Viewing Rogue AP Statistics
14. “Packet Capture
Remote Management
Both the SNMP and Remote Console are enabled by default, which allows for remote
management of the MaxR-3210 from a client running SNMP management software, as well as
from a secure Telnet console.
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To set up an SNMP management interface:
1. Under the Maintenance tab, select Remote Management, and then select SNMP from the
left sidebar. The SNMP screen displays, as shown in Figure 3-1 below:
2. Enter the following information in the SNMP fields:
•SNMP: Enable SNMP to allow the SNMP network management software, such as HP
OpenView, to manage the wireless access point via SNMPv1/v2 protocol.
•Read-Only Community Name: The community string to allow the SNMP manager to
read the wireless access point's MIB objects. The default is Public.
•Read-Write Community Name: The community string to allow the SNMP manager to
read and write the wireless access point's MIB objects. The default is Private.
•Trap Community Name: The community string to allow the SNMP manager to send
traps. The default is trap.
•IP address to Receive Traps: The IP address of the SNMP manager to receive traps sent
from the wireless access point.
•Trap Port: The port number on which the SNMP Manager will receive traps. The default
is 162/UDP.
Figure 3-1 Configure SNMP settings
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Remote Console
The Remote Console configuration features are located under the Maintenance tab, Remote
Management, and then under Remote Console. Enter the following information in the Remote
Console screen, as shown in Figure 3-2:
• Secure Shell (SSH): If set to Enable, the Wireless Access Point will only allow remote
access via Secure Shell and Secure Telnet. The default is Enable.
•Telnet: If set to Enable, the Wireless Access Point will only allow remote access via
Telnet. The default is Disable.
Using the Secure Telnet Interface
The MaxR-3210 includes a secure Telnet command line interface (CLI). You can access the CLI
from a secure Telnet client over the Ethernet port or over the serial console port.
Figure 3-2 Configure Remote Console
Note: You must use a secure Telnet client such as Absolute Telnet. Also, when you
configure the client, use the SSH1, 3DES option. If you use the Telnet client to
connect over the Ethernet port, use the IP address of the MaxR-3210 as the host
name.
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To use the CLI from a Console Port:
1. Using the null-modem cable, connect a VT100/ANSI terminal or a workstation to the port
labeled Console.
If you attached a PC, Apple Macintosh, or UNIX workstation, start a secure terminal-
emulation program.
2. Configure the terminal-emulation program to use the following settings:
• Baud rate: 9600 bps
• Data bits: 8
• Parity: none
•Stop bit: 1
• Flow control: none
These settings appear below the connector on the back panel.
3. Press Enter. The screen shown below in Figure 3-3 should appear.
4. Enter the login name and password (admin and password are the defaults).
After successful login, the <Access Point Name> prompt should appear. In this example, the
prompt is arada74F35E.
5. Enter help to display the CLI command help.
CLI Commands
The CLI commands are listed in Appendix B, “Command Line Reference.”
Figure 3-3
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Upgrading the Wireless Access Point Software
The software of the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point is stored in FLASH memory, and can be
upgraded as new software is released by Arada Systems. Upgrade files can be downloaded from
Arada Systems’ support web site.. The upgrade file can be sent to the wireless access point using
your browser.
You cannot perform the software upgrade from a computer that is connected to the MaxR-3210
Wireless Access Point with a wireless link. You must use a computer that is connected to the
MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point with a Ethernet cable.
Note: The Web browser used to upload new firmware into the MaxR-3210 must support
HTTP uploads, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above or Mozilla 1.5 or
above.
Warning: When uploading software to the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point, it is
important not to interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a
link, or loading a new page. If the browser is interrupted, the upload may fail,
corrupt the software, and render the MaxR-3210 completely inoperable.
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The Web browser used to upload new firmware into the MaxR-3210 must support HTTP uploads,
such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or above, or Firefox 1.5 or above.
To upgrade the MaxR-3210 firmware:
1. Download the new software file from the Arada Systems’ support website, save it to your hard
disk.
2. Under the Maintenance tab, select Upgrade from the main menu, and then select Firmware
Upgrade. The Firmware Upgrade screen displays as shown in Figure 3-4 above.
3. Click Browse and browse to the location of the upgrade file.
4. Click Apply.
When the upload completes, your Access Point will automatically restart. The upgrade process
typically takes about 2 minutes.
Configuration File Management
The MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point settings are stored in the Access Point in a configuration
file. This file can be saved (backed up) to a user’s computer, retrieved (restored) from the user’s
computer, or cleared to factory default settings.
Figure 3-4 Firmware upgrade screen
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Saving Your Configuration Settings
To backup your configuration settings:
Under the Maintenance tab on the main menu , select Upgrade, then select Backup Settings
from the left sidebar to back up your current settings. The following screen displays:
1. Click Backup. Your browser will extract the configuration settings from the Access Point and
prompt you for a location on your computer to store the file.
2. Give the file a meaningful name, such as MaxR-3210.cfg, and click Save.
Restoring Saved Settings
To restore your settings from a saved configuration file:
Figure 3-5 Backup configuration settings
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Under the Maintenance tab on the main menu, select Upgrade, then select Restore Settings from
the sidebar to back up your current settings. The following screen displays:
1. Enter the full path to the file on your computer or click the Browse button to locate the file.
2. When you have located the file, click Restore to upload the file. After completing the upload,
the MaxR-3210 will reboot automatically.
Restoring the MaxR-3210 to the Factory Default Settings
It is sometimes desirable to restore the Access Point to the factory default settings. This can be
done by using the Restore Defaults option, which restores all factory settings.
To access this function:
1. Under the Maintenance tab on the main menu, select Reset, and then select Restore Defaults
from the sidebar. The Restore Defaults screen displays, as shown in Figure 3-7 below.
Figure 3-6 Restore Configuration settings from file
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2. On the Restore Defaults screen, enable the Restore to factory default settings option by
selecting the Yes radio button.
3. Click Apply to reset to the factory default settings.
After a restore, the Access Point password will be password, the default LAN IP address will be
192.168.0.237, and the access point name will reset to the name printed on the label on the bottom
of the unit.
To restore the factory default configuration settings without knowing the login password or IP
address, you must use the Default Reset button on the rear panel of the Access Point. The reset
button has two functions:
•Reboot. When pressed and released, the Wireless Access Point will reboot (restart).
•Reset to Factory Defaults. This button can also be used to clear all data and restore all
settings to the factory default values.
To clear all data and restore the factory default values:
1. Power off the MaxR-3210.
Figure 3-7 Restore to factory defaults
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2. Use something with a small point, such as a pen, hold the Reset button for 5 seconds while you
Power On the MaxR-3210.
3. Continue holding the Reset Button until the LEDs blink twice.
4. Release the Reset Button.
The factory default configuration has now been restored and the MaxR-3210 is ready for use.
Changing the Administrator Password
The default password is password. You should change this password to a more secure password,
since you cannot change the administrator login name.
To change the Administrator password:
1. Under the Maintenance tab on the main menu, select Password, and then select Change
Password. The Change Password screen displays as shown in Figure 3-8 below.
2. First enter the old password in the Current Password field.
Figure 3-8 Change administrator password
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3. Then enter the new password twice—once in the New Password field and again in the Repeat
New Password field.
4. Click Apply to save your change.
Enabling the SysLog Server
The SysLog screen allows you to enable the SysLog option if you have a SysLog server on your
LAN.
To enable a SysLog server:
1. Under the Configuration tab on the main menu, select System, then select the Advanced
option, and select SysLog to view the screen shown in Figure 3-9.
2. Enable SysLog – Enable this option if you have a SysLog server on your LAN. If enabled,
you must enter the IP address of your SysLog server and the port number your SysLog server
is configured to use. The default is Disabled.
3. SysLog Server IP Address –The access point will send all the SysLog to the specified IP
address if SysLog option is enabled.
4. Port Number – The port number configured in the SysLog server on your LAN. Default is
514.
Figure 3-9 Enable Syslog server
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5. Click Apply to save your Syslog settings.
Using Activity Log Information
The Activity Log screen displays the Access Point system activity.
To view the Activity Log, under the Monitoring tab on the main menu, click Logs. The Activity
Logs screen displays as shown in Figure 3-10 below.
The Activity Log Window displays the Access Point system activity.
Click Refresh to update the display, click Clear to clear the log content, or click Save As to save
the log contents into a file on a disk drive.
Viewing General Summary Information
The System screen, under the Monitoring tab provides a summary of the current MaxR-3210
configuration settings, including current IP settings and current Wireless settings. This information
is read only, so any changes must be made on other pages.
To access the System screen:
Figure 3-10 View activity logs
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Under the Monitoring tab on the main menu, select System to view the System screen, shown in
Figure 3-11 below. This screen shows the parameters listed in Table 3-1:
Table 3-1. System Information Fields
Field Description
Access Point Information
Access Point Name Indicates the NetBIOS name. The default name may be changed, if desired.
Ethernet MAC Address Displays the Media Access Control address (MAC address) of the Access
Point’s Ethernet port.
Wireless MAC address for
2.4GHz
Displays the Media Access Control address (MAC address) of the Access
Point’s wireless card when operating at 2.4GHz
Firmware Version The version of the firmware currently installed.
Current Time Displays the current system time of the access point.
Current IP Settings
IP Address The IP address of the Access Point.
Subnet Mask The subnet mask for IP address of the Access Point.
Default Gateway The default gateway for the Access Point communication.
DHCP Client Enabled indicates that the current IP address of the AP was obtained from a
DHCP server on your network. Disabled indicated a static IP configuration.
Current Wireless Settings for 802.11b/bg/ng
Operating Mode Identifies the 802.11 operating mode of the MaxR-3210.
Channel/Frequency Identifies the channel the wireless port is using. ‘Auto’ is the default channel
setting.
Rogue AP Detection Identifies whether the Rogue AP detection feature is enabled or disabled.
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Viewing Network Traffic Statistics
The Statistics screen displays information for both wired (LAN) and wireless (WLAN) interface
network traffic.
To access Statistics information:
1. Under the Monitoring tab on the main menu, select Statistics. The Statistics screen displays,
as shown in Figure 3-12 below.
Figure 3-11 View system information
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2. Click Refresh to update the Statistics information for each interface. .
Table 3-2, shown below, describes the information fields detailed on the Statistics screen.
Figure 3-12 View network statistics
Table 3-2. Statistics Fields
Field Description
Wired Ethernet
Packets The number of packets sent and received since the MaxR-3210 was
restarted.
Bytes The number of bytes sent and received since the MaxR-3210 was restarted.
Wireless 11b/bg/ng
Unicast Packets The Unicast packets sent and received in 802.11n/g mode since the MaxR-
3210 was restarted.
Broadcast Packets The Broadcast packets sent and received in 802.11n/g mode since the
MaxR-3210 was restarted.
Multicast Packets The Multicast packets sent and received in 802.11n/g mode since the
MaxR-3210 was restarted.
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Viewing Available Wireless Station Statistics
The Available Wireless Stations List (AWSL) contains a table of all IP devices associated with this
Access Point in the wireless network defined by the Wireless Network Name (SSID). For each
device, the table shows the MAC address, BSSID, SSID, Channel, Rate, State (whether the device
is allowed to communicate with the Access Point or not), Type, AID, Mode, and Status.
Total Packets The Wireless packets sent and received in 802.11n/g mode since the
MaxR-3210 was restarted.
Total Bytes The Wireless bytes sent and received in 802.11n/g mode since the MaxR-
3210 was restarted.
Note: A wireless network can include multiple wireless access points, all using the same
network name (SSID). This enables extending the reach of the wireless network
and allows users to roam from one access point to another, providing seamless
network connectivity. Under these circumstances, be aware that only the stations
associated with this access point will be presented in the Available Station List.
Table 3-2. Statistics Fields
Field Description
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To view the Available Wireless Stations List:
1. Under the Monitoring tab, select Wireless Stations on the main menu. The Available
Wireless Stations list displays, as shown in Figure 3-13.
2. Click Refresh to update the list.
Enabling Rogue AP Detection
The MaxR-3210 can detect rogue APs and wireless stations and show their details to the
administrator.
To enable Rogue AP Detection:
Figure 3-13 Available Wireless Stations list
Tip: If the Access Point is rebooted, the table data is lost until the Access Point
rediscovers the devices. To force the Access Point to look for associated
devices, click the Refresh button.
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1. Under the Configuration tab on the main menu, select Security, select Advanced from the
sidebar, and then select Rogue AP. The Rogue AP screen displays, as shown in Figure 3-8
below.
2. Check the Turn Rogue AP Detection On radio box to enable rogue AP detection and click
Apply.
If you enable Rogue AP Detection, the AP continuously scans the wireless network and
collects information about all APs heard on its channel.
3. You can Import AP List from a File. See “Importing Rogue AP List from a File” on page 3-18
for more information.
4. Under the Unknown AP List, click Refresh to discover the APs.
5. Click Move to add any AP to the Known AP List.
6. Click Delete to remove an AP from the Known AP List.
7. Click Apply to save your change.
Importing Rogue AP List from a File
To replace the existing AP list:
Figure 3-14 Enable Rogue AP detection
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1. Create a text file that contains the MAC address of each known AP, separated by a space. The
following example shows a list of six known APs that an administrator might upload to the
AP:
00:0c:41:d7:ee:a5 00:0f:b5:92:cd:49 00:12:17:70:85:3d
00:14:bf:ae:b1:e4 00:40:f4:f8:47:03 00:0c:41:d7:ee:b4
2. Select Replace to replace the existing list of known APs, or select Merge to add the new MAC
addresses to the existing list.
3. Click Browse and navigate to the location where you saved the text file.
4. Select the file and click Open.
5. Click Import to upload the list to the AP.
To import the list from an existing file:
1. Click Browse and navigate to the location where you saved the text file.
2. Select the file and click Open.
3. Click Import to upload the list to the AP.
Viewing Rogue AP Statistics
The MaxR-3210 can detect rogue APs and wireless stations and show a complete list of unknown
or known APs to the administrator.
To view the Rogue AP list:
1. Under the Monitoring tab on the main menu, select Rogue AP. Select Unknown AP List.The
following screen displays with a list of unknown APs:
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2. Click Refresh to refresh the list.
3. Click Save to export the list of unknown APs to a file. A window opens so you can browse to
the location where you want to save the file.
To view the list of known APs:
Figure 3-15 Unknown APs list
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1. Under the Monitoring tab on the main menu, select Rogue AP. Select Known AP List.The
following screen displays with a list of known APs:
2. Click Refresh to refresh the list.
3. Click Save to export the list of known APs to a file. A window opens so you can browse to the
location where you want to save the file.
Packet Capture
The packet capture option is available under the Monitoring > Packet Capture tab. Use this
option for troubleshooting association problems. You can capture all packets transmitted and
received by the AP and save them in pcap format for analysis by any standard sniffer tool such as
WireShark or OmniPeek.
Figure 3-16 Known APs list
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The packet capture screen is shown below:
Figure 3-17 Packet capture screen
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Chapter 4
Advanced Configuration
This chapter describes how to configure the advanced features of your MaxR-3210 Single Band
Wireless-N Access Point. The advanced configuration features are located under the Advanced
sections of various sub-menus under Configuration and provide the following functions:
•IP Settings. Using the Access Point as a DHCP server for wireless clients (“IP Settings for
Wireless Clients).
•Hotspot settings. Enabling HTTP redirect (“Hotspot Settings).
•Wireless Settings: Configuring advanced wireless LAN parameters (“Configuring Advanced
Wireless Settings).
•Advanced QoS Settings: Configuring advanced QoS settings (“Configuring Advanced QoS
Settings)
•Access Point Settings: Enabling wireless bridging modes (“Enabling Wireless Bridging).
IP Settings for Wireless Clients
You can turn the MaxR-3210 into a DHCP Server for wireless clients for both DHCP-enabled
wireless clients. The default advanced IP wireless settings usually work well. This feature is
intended for use by a systems administrator. By default, this feature is not enabled.
To use this Access Point as a DHCP server:
1. From the main menu under Configuration, select IP, and then select DHCP Server Settings.
The DHCP Server Settings screen displays (see Figure 4-1).
2. DHCP Server is disabled by default. Select the Enable radio button to enable this wireless
access point as a DHCP server.
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3. Configure the following TCP/IP configurations for using the MaxR-3210 as a DHCP Server
for wireless clients.
• DHCP Server: By default, the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server on
the AP is disabled. If you enable it, all the wireless clients associated with the AP will get
their IP addresses, subnet mask and default gateway settings automatically from the AP.
• DHCP Server VLAN ID: All the stations that are part of the configured VLAN ID will
get their IP addresses only from the AP.
•Starting IP Address: Enter the starting IP address that can be assigned from the DHCP
server on this Access Point.
•Ending IP Address: Enter the Ending IP address that can be assigned from the DHCP
server on this Access Point
•Subnet Mask: The Access Point will assign the specified subnet mask to the connected
wireless stations.
•Gateway Address: The Access Point will assign this IP address as the default gateway for
any traffic beyond the local network.
•Primary DNS Server: The Access Point will assign this IP address as the primary
Domain Name Server used by the connected wireless stations.
Figure 4-1 DHCP server settings
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•Secondary DNS Server: The Access Point will assign this IP address as the secondary
Domain Name Server used by the connected wireless stations.
•Primary WINS Server: The Access Point will assign this IP address as the primary
WINS Server used by the connected wireless stations.
•Secondary WINS Server: The Access Point will assign this IP address as the secondary
WINS Server used by the connected wireless stations.
•Lease: The lease time for the IP address assigned. The wireless client user is required to
renew the IP address as soon as the lease is expired.
4. Click Apply to save your settings.
Hotspot Settings
If you want the Access Point to capture and redirect the first HTTP (TCP, port 80) request, use this
feature to “capture” and redirect the HTTP request to the specified URL. For example, a hotel
might want all wireless connections to go to its server to start a billing transaction.
To set up a Hotspot server:
1. From the main menu under Configuration, select System, then select Advanced.
2. From the sidebar, select Hotspot. The Hotspot screen displays, as shown in Figure 4-2., with
the following fields:
•HTTP Redirect: Enable HTTP Redirect..
Figure 4-2 Hotspot settings
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•Redirect URL: Enter the URL of the Web server where you wish to redirect HTTP (port
80) requests.
3. Click Apply. All port 80 requests will now be redirected to the specified URL.
Configuring Advanced Wireless Settings
The Advanced option of the Wireless Settings menu is used to configure and enable various
wireless LAN parameters for the 11b/bg/ng modes. The default wireless LAN parameters usually
work well. However, you can use these settings to fine tune the overall performance of your
Access Point for your environment.
The Wireless Settings option of the Advanced menu is used to configure the Wireless LAN
parameters. The default advanced wireless LAN parameter settings usually work well.
Configuring 802.11b/bg/ng Advanced Wireless Settings
To configure advanced Wireless Settings:
1. Under the Configuration tab, select Wireless.
2. From the sidebar, select Advanced, and then select Wireless Settings.
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3. The Advanced Wireless Settings screen displays, as shown in Figure 4-3.,
4. Enter the appropriate information in the fields described below:
•RTS Threshold (0 - 2347): Request to Send Threshold. The packet size that is used to
determine if it should use the CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision
Detection) mechanism or the CSMA/CA mechanism for packet transmission. With the
CSMA/CD transmission mechanism, the transmitting station sends out the actual packet
as soon as it has waited for the silence period. With the CSMA/CA transmission
mechanism, the transmitting station sends out an RTS packet to the receiving station, and
waits for the receiving station to send back a CTS (Clear to Send) packet before sending
the actual packet data. The default is 2347.
•Fragmentation Length (256 - 2346): This is the maximum packet size used for
fragmentation. Packets larger than the size programmed in this field will be fragmented.
The Fragmentation threshold value must be larger than the RTS threshold value. The
default is 2346.
•Beacon Interval (100 - 1000): The Beacon Interval. Specifies the interval time between
100ms and 1000ms for each beacon transmission, which allows the access point to
synchronize the wireless network. The default is 100.
Figure 4-3 Advanced Wireless Settings - 802.11b/bg/ng
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•Aggregation Length (1024-65535) (11ng): The aggregation length defines the size of
aggregated packets. Larger aggregation lengths may sometimes lead to better network
performance. The default is 65535.
•A-MPDU (11ng): Aggregated MAC Protocol Data Unit. Aggregates several MAC frames
into a single large frame to achieve higher throughput. The default is enabled.
•RIFS Transmission (11ng): Reduced Interframe Space. RIFS transmissions are shorter
than other interframe spaces, and if enabled allow transmission of successive frames at
different transmit powers. The default is disabled.
•DTIM Interval: The Delivery Traffic Indication Message. Specifies the data beacon rate
between 1 and 255. The default is 3.
•Preamble Type (11b/bg only): A long transmit preamble may provide a more reliable
connection or a slightly longer range. A short transmit preamble gives better performance.
The Auto settings automatically handles both long and short preambles. The default is
Auto.
• Antenna: Not supported.
•802.11d: Enable this option to include support for "additional regulatory domains" that are
not in the current standard.
• Max Wireless Clients: The number of wireless clients that can associate with the AP at
one time. The default is 63.
5. Click Apply to enable the Wireless Settings.
Configuring Advanced QoS Settings
Wireless Multimedia Extension (WME) or Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is a subset of the 802.11e
standard. WME allows wireless traffic to have a range of priorities, depending on the type of data.
Time-dependent information, such as video or audio, has a higher priority than normal traffic. For
WME to function correctly, Wireless clients must also support WME.
Figure 4-4 shows the Quality of Service (QoS) screen. For most networks, the default QoS queue
parameter settings work well.Quality of Service provides you with the ability to specify
parameters on multiple queues for increased throughput and better performance of differentiated
wireless traffic, like Voice-over-IP (VoIP), other types of audio, video, and streaming media, as
well as traditional IP data.
To configure advanced QoS settings, on the Configuration tab select Wireless, select Advanced,
and then select QoS Settings. The QoS Settings screen dispalys:
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The QoS options on the MaxR-3210 are as follows:
•AP EDCA Parameters. Specify the AP EDCA (Enhanced Distributed Channel Access)
parameters for different types of data transmitted from the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access
Point to the wireless client.
•Station EDCA Parameters. Specify the Station EDCA parameters for different types of
data transmitted from the wireless client to the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point. If
WMM is disabled, you cannot configure Station EDCA parameters.
Table 4-1 describes the settings for QoS Queues.
Figure 4-4 Advanced QoS settings
Table 4-1. QoS Queues and Parameters
QoS Queue Description
Data 0 (Voice) High priority queue, minimum delay. Time-sensitive data such as VoIP
and streaming media are automatically sent to this queue.
Data 1(Video) High priority queue, minimum delay. Time-sensitive video data is auto-
matically sent to this queue.
Data 2 (Best Effort) Medium priority queue, medium throughput and delay. Most traditional
IP data is sent to this queue.
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Enabling Wireless Bridging
The MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point lets you build large bridged wireless
networks. Select the desired Access Point mode for your environment:
•Wireless Point-to-Point Bridge. In this mode, the MaxR-3210 can communicate with another
bridge mode wirelesss access point—with wireless clients if you select the Enable Wireless
Client Association check box.
When you click the Edit button, you must enter the Profile Name and the MAC address
(physical address) of the other Bridge mode wireless access point in the fields provided. WEP,
WPA-PSK, or WPA2-PSK are supported. WPA2-PSK can (and should) be used to protect this
communication.
•Wireless Point-to-Multi-Point Bridge. Select this only if this MaxR-3210 is the “Master” for
a group of bridge-mode wireless access points. Select the Enable Wireless Client
Association option to enable wireless clients to associate with this access point.
The other bridge-mode wireless access points must be set to point-to-point bridge mode, using
the MAC address of this MaxR-3210. They then send all traffic to this “Master”, rather than
communicate directly with each other.
Data 3 (Background) Lowest priority queue, high throughput. Bulk data that requires maxi-
mum throughput and is not time-sensitive is sent to this queue (FTP
data, for example).
AIFS (Arbitration Inter-Frame
Space)
Specifies a wait time (in milliseconds) for data frames. Valid values for
AIFS are 1 through 255.
cwMin (Minimum Contention
Window)
Upper limit (in milliseconds) of a range from which the initial random
backoff wait time is determined. Valid values for the “cwmin” are 1, 3, 7,
15, 31, 63, 127, 255, 511, or 1024. The value for cwMin must be lower
than the value for cwMax.
cwMax (Maximum Contention
Window)
Upper limit (in milliseconds) for the doubling of the random backoff
value. Valid values for the “cwmax” are 1, 3, 7, 15, 31, 63, 127, 255,
511, or 1024. The value for cwMax must be higher than the value for
cwMin.
Max. Burst Length Specifies (in milliseconds) the Maximum Burst Length allowed for
packet bursts on the wireless network. A packet burst is a collection of
multiple frames transmitted without header information. Valid values for
maximum burst length are 0.0 through 999.9.
Table 4-1. QoS Queues and Parameters
QoS Queue Description
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When you click the Edit button, you must enter the profile name and the MAC address
(physical address) of the other bridge mode wireless station in the fields provided. WEP,
WPA-PSK, or WPA2-PSK are supported. WPA2-PSK can (and should) be used to protect this
communication.
The screens used to configure these options are located by selecting Wireless Bridge under the
Configuration tab (see Figure 4-5 and Figure 4-6 below).
Figure 4-5 Configure Point to Point Bridging
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To configure wireless bridging:
1. Click the Enable Wireless Bridging checkbox.
2. Select either the Wireless Point to Point Bridge or Wireless Point to Multi-Point Bridge
radio button.
3. Select Enable Wireless Client Association if you wish.
4. Select the profile you want to edit.
5. Click Edit.
Figure 4-6 Configure Point to Multi-Point bridging
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The Edit Security Profile screen displays, as shown in Figure 4-7 below.
To edit a security profile:
1. Enter a profile name.
2. Enter the MAC address of the remote access point.
3. Select a network authentication type.
4. Select an encryption strength.
5. Click Back.
6. Enable the profile, if you wish to, on the Bridging screen.
The following sections take you through the physical steps of configuring your MaxR-3210 as a
point-to-point or point-to-multipoint wireless beidge.
Figure 4-7 Bridging - Edit a WDS Security Profile
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Configuring an MaxR-3210 as a Point-to-Point Bridge
To configure a point-to-point bridge as shown in Figure 4-8:
1. Under the Configuration tab, select Wireless Bridge. Then, select Bridging. The Bridging
screen displays (see Figure 4-5).
2. Configure the MaxR-3210 (AP1) on LAN Segment 1 in Point-to-Point Bridge mode.
3. Configure the MaxR-3210 (AP2) on LAN Segment 2 in Point-to-Point Bridge mode.
AP1 must have AP2’s MAC address in its Remote MAC Address field and AP2 must have
AP1’s MAC address in its Remote MAC Address field.
4. Configure and verify the following parameters for both access points:
• Verify that the LAN network configuration of the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Points
both are configured to operate in the same LAN network address range as the LAN
devices
• Both use the same ESSID, Channel, authentication mode, if any, and security settings if
security is in use.
5. Verify connectivity across the LAN 1 and LAN 2.
A computer on either LAN segment should be able to connect to the Internet or share files and
printers of any other PCs or servers connected to LAN Segment 1 or LAN Segment 2.
Figure 4-8 Wireless point-to-point bridge setup
LAN
Segment 1
Router
AP in
Point-to-Point
Bridge Mode
AP in
Point-to-Point
Bridge Mode
LAN
Segment 2
Hub or Switch
AP1
ETHERNET
RESET
5-12V DC
AP2
ETHERNET
RESET
5-12V DC
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6. Click Apply to save your settings.
Configuring an MaxR-3210 as a Point-to-Multi-Point Wireless
Bridge
To configure a point-to-multi-point wireless bridge as shown in Figure 4-9:
1. Under the Configuration tab, select Wireless Bridge. Then, select Bridging. The Bridging
screen displays (see Figure 4-6).
2. Configure the Operating Mode of the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Points.
• MaxR-3210 (AP1) on LAN Segment 1 in Point-to-Point Bridge mode with the Remote
MAC Address of AP2.
• Because it is in the central location, configure MaxR-3210 (AP2) on LAN Segment 2 in
Point-to-Multi-Point Bridge mode. The MAC addresses of the adjacent APs are required
in AP2.
• Configure the MaxR-3210 (AP3) on LAN 3 in Point-to-Point Bridge mode with the
Remote MAC Address of AP2.
3. Verify the following parameters for all access points:
• Verify that the LAN network configuration the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Points are
configured to operate in the same LAN network address range as the LAN devices
Figure 4-9 Wireless point-to-multipoint bridge setup
'Master' AP in
Point-to-Multi-Point
Bridge Mode
LAN
Segment 1
192.168.0.1
Router
AP in
Point-to-Point
Bridge Mode
Hub or Switch
LAN
Segment 3
AP in
Point-to-Point
Bridge Mode
LAN
Segment 2
Hub or Switch
AP1
ETHERNET
RESET
5-12VDC
AP3
ETHERNET
RESET
5-12VDC
AP2
ETHERNET
RESET
5-12VDC
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• Only one access point is configured in Point-to-Multi-Point Bridge mode, and all the
others are in Point-to-Point Bridge mode.
• All access points must be on the same LAN. That is, all the APs LAN IP address must be
in the same network.
• If using DHCP, all MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Points should be set to “Obtain an IP
address automatically (DHCP Client)” in the IP Address Source portion of the Basic IP
Settings menu.
• All MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Points use the same SSID, Channel, authentication
mode, if any, and encryption in use.
• All Point-to-Point Access Points must have the AP2 MAC address in its Remote AP MAC
address field.
4. Verify connectivity across the LANs.
• A computer on any LAN segment should be able to connect to the Internet or share files
and printers with any other PCs or servers connected to any of the three LAN segments.
• Wireless stations will be able to connect to the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Points in the
illustration above. If you require wireless stations to access any LAN segment, you can
add additional MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Points configured in Wireless Access Point
mode to any LAN segment.
5. Click Apply to save your settings.
Note: You can extend this multi-point bridging by adding additional MaxR-3210s
configured in Point-to-Point mode for each additional LAN segment.
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Chapter 5
Troubleshooting and Debugging
This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-
N Access Point. After each problem description, instructions are given to help you diagnose and
solve the problem. For the common problems listed, go to the section indicated.
• Is the MaxR-3210 on?
Go to “Installing the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point” on page 2-4
• Have I connected the Access Point correctly?
Go to “Installing the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point” on page 2-4.
• I cannot remember the Access Point’s configuration password.
Go to “Changing the Administrator Password” on page 3-10.
If you have trouble setting up your MaxR-3210, check the tips below.
No lights are lit on the Access Point.
It takes a few seconds for the power indicator to light up. Wait a minute and check the power light
status on the access point.
If the access point has no power.
• Make sure the power cord is connected to the access point.
• Make sure the power adapter is connected to a functioning power outlet. If it is in a power
strip, make sure the power strip is turned on. If it is plugged directly into the wall, verify that it
is not a switched outlet.
• Make sure you are using the correct power adapter supplied with your access point.
The Wireless LAN activity light does not light up.
The access point antennas are not working.
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• If the Wireless LAN activity light stays off, disconnect the adapter from its power source and
then plug it in again.
• Make sure the antennas are tightly connected to the MaxR-3210.
• Contact ARADA technical support at support@aradasystems.com if the Wireless LAN
activity light remains off.
The LAN light is not lit.
There is a hardware connection problem.Check these items:
• Make sure the cable connectors are securely plugged in at the access point and the network
device (hub, switch, or router). A switch, hub, or router must be installed between the access
point and the Ethernet LAN or broadband modem.
• LAN light does not light up if it is a 10 Mbps link. In such cases, the Lan activity light will still
blink if there is activity.
• Make sure the connected device is turned on.
• Be sure the correct cable is used. Use a standard Category 5 Ethernet patch cable. If the
network device has Auto Uplink™ (MDI/MDIX) ports, you can use either a crossover cable or
a normal patch cable.
I cannot access the Internet or the LAN with a wireless
capable computer.
There is a configuration problem. Check these items:
• You may not have restarted the computer with the wireless adapter to have TCP/IP changes
take effect. Restart the computer.
• The computer with the wireless adapter may not have the correct TCP/IP settings to
communicate with the network. Restart the computer and check that TCP/IP is set up properly
for that network. The usual setting for Windows the Network Properties is set to “Obtain an IP
address automatically.”
• The access point’s default values may not work with your network. Check the access point
default configuration against the configuration of other devices in your network.
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I cannot connect to the MaxR-3210 to configure it.
Check these items:
• The MaxR-3210 is properly installed, LAN connections are OK, and it is powered on. Check
that the LAN port LED is green to verify that the Ethernet connection is OK.
• The default configuration of the MaxR-3210 is for a static IP address of 192.168.0.237 and a
Mask of 255.255.255.0 with DHCP disabled. Make sure your network configuration settings
are correct.
• If you are using the NetBIOS name of the MaxR-3210 to connect, ensure that your computer
and the MaxR-3210 are on the same network segment or that there is a WINS server on your
network.
• If your computer is set to “Obtain an IP Address automatically” (DHCP client), restart it.
• If your computer uses a Fixed (Static) IP address, ensure that it is using an IP Address in the
range of the MaxR-3210. The MaxR-3210 default IP Address is 192.168.0.237 and the default
Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. If you are not sure about these settings, follow the instructions
for “Installing the MaxR-3210 Wireless Access Point” on page 2-4.
When I enter a URL or IP address I get a timeout error.
A number of things could be causing this. Try the following troubleshooting steps.
• Check whether other PCs work. If they do, ensure that your PCs TCP/IP settings are correct. If
using a Fixed (Static) IP Address, check the Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, DNS, and IP
Addresses.
• If the PCs are configured correctly, but still not working, ensure that the MaxR-3210 is
connected and turned on. Connect to it and check its settings. If you cannot connect to it, check
the LAN and power connections.
• If the MaxR-3210 is configured correctly, check your Internet connection (DSL/Cable modem
etc.) to make sure that it is working correctly.
•Try again.
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Using the Reset Button to Restore Factory Default Settings
The Reset button (see “Rear Panel” on page 1-5) has two functions:
•Reboot. When pressed and released quickly, the MaxR-3210 will reboot (restart).
•Reset to Factory Defaults. This button can also be used to clear ALL data and restore ALL
settings to the factory default values.
To clear all data and restore the factory default values:
1. Power off the MaxR-3210 and power it back on.
2. Use something with a small point, such as a pen, to press the Reset button in and hold it in for
at least 5 seconds.
3. Release the Reset button.
The factory default configuration has now been restored, and the MaxR-3210 is ready for use.
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Appendix A
Default Settings and Technical Specifications
This appendix provides the factory default settings and technical specifications for the MaxR-3210
Single Band Wireless-N Access Point.
Factory Default Settings
You can use the reset button located on the front of your device to reset all settings to their factory
defaults. This is called a hard reset.
• To perform a hard reset, push and hold the reset button for approximately 5 seconds (until the
TEST LED blinks rapidly). Your device will return to the factory configuration settings shown
in Table A-1 below.
• Pressing the reset button for a shorter period of time will simply cause your device to reboot.
Table A-1. Access Point Default Configuration Settings
Feature Description
AP Login
User Login URL 192.168.0.237
User Name (case sensitive) admin
Login Password (case sensitive) password
Ethernet Connection
Static IP Address 192.168.0.210
Ethernet MAC Address See bottom label.
Port Speed 10/100/1000
Local Network (LAN)
Lan IP 192.168.0.230
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Gateway Address
DHCP Server Disabled
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DHCP Client Disabled
Time Zone USA-Pacific
Time Zone Adjusted for Daylight Saving
Time Disabled
SNMP Enabled, but Trap forwarding disabled
Spanning Tree Protocol Disabled
Secure Telnet Enabled
Wireless
Operating Mode Access Point
Access Point Name aradaxxxxxx where xxxxxx are the last 6 digits of the
wireless access point MAC address.
Wireless Communication Enabled
11 b/bg/ng Wireless Network Name
(SSID) ARADA_11g
Broadcast Network Name SSID Enabled
Security Disabled
Transmission Speed Besta
80211.g Radio Frequency Channel Auto
Output Power Full
Wireless Card Access List All wireless stations allowed
WMM Support Enabled
a. Maximum Wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual throughput will vary.
Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and
construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.
Table A-1. Access Point Default Configuration Settings
Feature Description
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Technical Specifications
Table A-2. MaxR-3210 Technical Specifications
Parameter MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point
802.11g Data Rates 1, 2, 5.5, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 38, 54, & 108 Mbps (Auto-rate capable)
802.11ng Data Rates Data Rates for Channel Width=20MHz and Guard Interval=short (400ms): Best,
7.2 Mbps, 14.4 Mbps, 21.7 Mbps, 28.9 Mbps, 43.3 Mbps, 57.8 Mbps, 65 Mbps,
72.2 Mbps, 14.44 Mbps, 28.88 Mbps, 43.33 Mbps, 57.77 Mbps, 86.66 Mbps,
115.56 Mbps, 130 Mbps, 144.44 Mbps
Data Rates for Channel Width=20MHz and Guard Interval=long (800ms): Best,
6.5 Mbps, 13 Mbps, 19.5 Mbps, 26 Mbps, 39 Mbps, 52 Mbps, 58.5 Mbps, 65
Mbps, 13 Mbps, 26 Mbps, 39 Mbps, 52 Mbps, 78 Mbps, 104 Mbps, 117 Mbps,
130 Mbps
Data Rates for Channel Width=40MHz and Guard Interval=short: Best, 15 Mbps,
30 Mbps, 45 Mbps, 60 Mbps, 90 Mbps, 120 Mbps, 135 Mbps, 150 Mbps, 30
Mbps, 60 Mbps, 90 Mbps, 120 Mbps, 180 Mbps, 240 Mbps, 270 Mbps, 300
Mbps
Data Rates for Channel Width=40MHz and Guard Interval=long: Best, 13.5
Mbps, 27 Mbps, 40.5 Mbps, 54 Mbps, 81 Mbps, 121.5 Mbps, 135 Mbps, 27
Mbps, 54 Mbps, 81 Mbps, 162 Mbps, 216 Mbps, 243 Mbps, 270 Mbps
802.11b/bg/ng
Operating Frequencies
2.412 ~ 2.462 GHz (US) 2.457 ~ 2.462 GHz (Spain)
2.412 ~ 2.484 GHz (Japan) 2.457 ~ 2.472 GHz (France)
2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz (Europe ETSI)
802.11 b/bg/ng
Encryption
64-bits, 128- and 152-bits WEP, AES, TKIP data encryption
Network Management Web-based configuration and status monitoring
Maximum Clients Limited by the amount of wireless network traffic generated by each node;
maximum 64 supported.
Status LEDs Power/Ethernet LAN/Wireless LAN/Test
Power Adapter 12V DC, 1.5 A
Environmental
Specifications
Operating temperature: 0 to 50° C
Operating humidity: 5-95%, non-condensing
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Appendix B
Command Line Reference
The MaxR-3210 Single Band Wireless-N Access Point (AP) can be configured either through the
command line interface (CLI), a Web browser, or an MIB browser. The CLI allows viewing and
modification of the configuration from a terminal or PC through a telnet connection.
Command Sets
keyword Description
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|-backup-configuration --backup configuration
|-config> --configuration setting
| |-apname --access point name
| |-country --country/region
| |-dhcp> --DHCP server
| | |-dns-server --DNS server
| | |-gateway --default gateway
| | |-ip-address --IP range
| | |-lease-time --lease time
| | |-status --status
| | |-subnet-mask --subnet mask
| | |-wins-server --WINS server
| |
| |-http-redirect --enable HTTP redirection
| |-http-redirect-url --HTTP redirection URL
| |-interface> --select wireless lan interface
| | |-wlan> --wireless LAN interface setting
| | | |-2.4GHz> --2.4 GHz wireless LAN interface setting
| | | | |-aggregation-length --aggregated packet size
| | | | |-ampdu --aggregated MAC Protocol Data Unit
| | | | |-beacon-interval --wireless beacon period in TU(1024 us)
| | | | |-channel --wireless channel (depends on country
and wireless mode)
| | | | |-channelwidth --wireless channel width
| | | | |-dtim-interval --wireless DTIM period in beacon interval
| | | | |-extension-protection-spacing --wireless extension protection spacing
| | | | |-fragmentation-length --wireless fragmentation threshold(even
only)
| | | | |-guardinterval --interval (from interference from other
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transmissions)
| | | | |-knownap-add --add known access point
| | | | |-knownap-del --delete known access point
| | | | |-macacl-add --add wireless access control (ACL)
| | | | |-macacl-database --delete wireless access control (ACL)
database
| | | | |-macacl-del --delete wireless access control (ACL)
| | | | |-mcsrate --transmit data rate
| | | | |-mode --enable wireless access control (ACL)
| | | | |-operation-mode --wireless operation mode
| | | | |-power --wireless transmit power
| | | | |-preamble --wireless preamble (only effect on
802.11b rates)
| | | | |-radio --enable wireless radio
| | | | |-rate --wireless transmission date rate
| | | | |-rifs-transmission --enable successive frame transmission at
different transmit powers
| | | | |-rogue-ap-detection --enable rogue access point detection
| | | | |-rts-threshold --wireless RTS/CTS threshold
| | | | |-security-profile> --create security profile
| | | | | |-1> --1st security profile
| | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | |-hide-network-name --hide network name
| | | | | | |-key1 --wireless wep key 1
| | | | | | |-key2 --wireless wep key 2
| | | | | | |-key3 --wireless wep key 3
| | | | | | |-key4 --wireless wep key 4
| | | | | | |-keyno --key number
| | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | |-presharedkey --pre-shared key
| | | | | | |-security-separation --disable associated wireless client
communication
| | | | | | |-ssid --network name (1-32 chars)
| | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | |-vlan-id --VLAN id
| | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | |
| | | | | |-2> --2nd security profile
| | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | |-hide-network-name --hide
network name
| | | | | | |-key1 --wireless wep key 1
| | | | | | |-key2 --wireless wep key 2
| | | | | | |-key3 --wireless wep key 3
| | | | | | |-key4 --wireless wep key 4
| | | | | | |-keyno --key number
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| | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | |-presharedkey --pre-shared key
| | | | | | |-security-separation --disable associated wireless client
communication
| | | | | | |-ssid --network name (1-32 chars)
| | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | |-vlan-id --VLAN id
| | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | |
| | | | | |-3> --3rd security profile
| | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | |-hide-network-name --hide network name
| | | | | | |-key1 --wireless wep key 1
| | | | | | |-key2 --wireless wep key 2
| | | | | | |-key3 --wireless wep key 3
| | | | | | |-key4 --wireless wep key 4
| | | | | | |-keyno --key number
| | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | |-presharedkey --pre-shared key
| | | | | | |-security-separation --disable associated wireless client
communication
| | | | | | |-ssid --network name (1-32 chars)
| | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | |-vlan-id --VLAN id
| | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | |
| | | | | |-4> --4th security profile
| | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | |-hide-network-name --hide network name
| | | | | | |-key1 --wireless wep key 1
| | | | | | |-key2 --wireless wep key 2
| | | | | | |-key3 --wireless wep key 3
| | | | | | |-key4 --wireless wep key 4
| | | | | | |-keyno --key number
| | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | |-presharedkey --pre-shared key
| | | | | | |-security-separation --disable associated wireless client
communication
| | | | | | |-ssid --network name (1-32 chars)
| | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | |-vlan-id --VLAN id
| | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
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| | | | | |-5> --5th security profile
| | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | |-hide-network-name --hide network name
| | | | | | |-key1 --wireless wep key 1
| | | | | | |-key2 --wireless wep key 2
| | | | | | |-key3 --wireless wep key 3
| | | | | | |-key4 --wireless wep key 4
| | | | | | |-keyno --key number
| | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | |-presharedkey --pre-shared key
| | | | | | |-security-separation --disable associated wireless client
communication
| | | | | | |-ssid --network name (1-32 chars)
| | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | |-vlan-id --VLAN id
| | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | |
| | | | | |-6> --6th security profile
| | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | |-hide-network-name --hide network name
| | | | | | |-key1 --wireless wep key 1
| | | | | | |-key2 --wireless wep key 2
| | | | | | |-key3 --wireless wep key 3
| | | | | | |-key4 --wireless wep key 4
| | | | | | |-keyno --key number
| | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | |-presharedkey --pre-shared key
| | | | | | |-security-separation --disable associated wireless client
communication
| | | | | | |-ssid --network name (1-32 chars)
| | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | |-vlan-id --VLAN id
| | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | |
| | | | | |-7> --7th security profile
| | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | |-hide-network-name --hide network name
| | | | | | |-key1 --wireless wep key 1
| | | | | | |-key2 --wireless wep key 2
| | | | | | |-key3 --wireless wep key 3
| | | | | | |-key4 --wireless wep key 4
| | | | | | |-keyno --key number
| | | | | | |-name --profile name
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| | | | | | |-presharedkey --pre-shared key
| | | | | | |-security-separation --disable associated wireless client
communication
| | | | | | |-ssid --network name (1-32 chars)
| | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | |-vlan-id --VLAN id
| | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | |
| | | | | |-8> --8th security profile
| | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | |-hide-network-name --hide network name
| | | | | | |-key1 --wireless wep key 1
| | | | | | |-key2 --wireless wep key 2
| | | | | | |-key3 --wireless wep key 3
| | | | | | |-key4 --wireless wep key 4
| | | | | | |-keyno --key number
| | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | |-presharedkey --pre-shared key
| | | | | | |-security-separation --disable associated wireless client
communication
| | | | | | |-ssid --network name (1-32 chars)
| | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | |-vlan-id --VLAN id
| | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | |
| | | | |
| | | | |-wireless-bridge> --wireless bridge setting
| | | | | |-security-profile> --create security profile
| | | | | | |-1> --1st security profile
| | | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | | |-presharedkey --preshared key
| | | | | | | |-remote-mac --remote MAC
| | | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | | |-wepkey --wireless wep key
| | | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | | |
| | | | | | |-2> --2nd security profile
| | | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | | |-presharedkey --preshared key
| | | | | | | |-remote-mac --remote MAC
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| | | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | | |-wepkey --wireless wep key
| | | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | | |
| | | | | | |-3> --3rd security profile
| | | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | | |-presharedkey --preshared key
| | | | | | | |-remote-mac --remote MAC
| | | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | | |-wepkey --wireless wep key
| | | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | | |
| | | | | | |-4> --4th security profile
| | | | | | | |-authentication --authentication type
| | | | | | | |-encryption --data encryption
| | | | | | | |-name --profile name
| | | | | | | |-presharedkey --preshared key
| | | | | | | |-remote-mac --remote MAC
| | | | | | | |-status --profile status
| | | | | | | |-wep-pass-phrase --wireless wep passphrase key
| | | | | | | |-wepkey --wireless wep key
| | | | | | | |-wepkeytype --wireless wep key type
| | | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | | | |
| | | | |-wmm> --wmm settings
| | | | | |-ap-data0-best-effort --access point best effort voice data
| | | | | |-ap-data1-background --access point low-priority data
| | | | | |-ap-data2-video --access point video data
| | | | | |-ap-data3-voice --access point voice data
| | | | | |-station-data0-best-effort --station best effort voice data
| | | | | |-station-data1-background --station low-priority data
| | | | | |-station-data2-video --station video data
| | | | | |-station-data3-voice --station voice data
| | | | | |-support --support
| | | | |
| | | |
| |-ip> --set host IP
| | |-address --host IP address
| | |-default-gateway --IP address of default gateway
| | |-dhcp-client --enable dhcp client
| | |-dns-server --IP address of DNS server
| |
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| | |-syslog --enable syslog client
| | |-syslog-server-ip --syslog server IP address
| | |-syslog-server-port --syslog server port number
| |
| |-radius>
| | |-accounting-server-primary --primary accounting server
| | |-accounting-server-primary-port --primary accounting server port
| | |-accounting-server-primary-sharedsecret --primary accounting server shared
secret
| | |-accounting-server-secondary --secondary accounting server
| | |-accounting-server-secondary-port --secondary accounting server port
| | |-accounting-server-secondary-sharedsecret --secondary accounting server
shared secret
| | |-authentication-server-primary --primary authentication server
| | |-authentication-server-primary-port --primary system accounting
server shared secret
| | |-authentication-server-primary-sharedsecret --primary authentication
server shared secret
| | |-authentication-server-secondary --secondary authentication server
| | |-authentication-server-secondary-port --secondary authentication server
port
| | |-authentication-server-secondary-sharedsecret --secondary authentication
server shared secret
| |
| |-remote> --enable remote access via SSH
| | |-ssh-port --SSH port
| | |-sshd --SSH daemon
| | |-telnet --enable remote access via Telnet
| |
| |-snmp> --SNMP setting
| | |-description --SNMP system description
| | |-read-community --SNMP ReadCommunity
| | |-snmp-status --SNMP status
| | |-trap-community --SNMP ReadCommunity
| | |-trap-server --SNMP TrapServer IP address
| | |-write-community --SNMP WriteCommunity
| |
| |-spanning-tree --enable spanning tree protocol
| |-time> --time Setting
| | |-custom-ntp-server --custom NTP server host name
| | |-daylightsaving --daylight saving
| | |-ntp-client --NTP client host name
| | |-ntp-server --NTP server host name
| | |-time-zone --time zone
| |
| |-vlan> --vlan settings
| | |-management-vlan --vlan management id
| | |-untagged-vlan --untagged vlan id
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| | |-untagged-vlan-status --untagged vlan status
| |
|
|-exit --logout from CLI
|-file --
|-firmware-upgrade --upload new system firmware file
|-password --system password
|-restore-configuration --restore system configuration
|-restore-default-password --restore default system password
|-show> --show system settings
| |-configuration --show system configuration
| |-interface> --show wireless lan interface
| | |-eth> --ethernet interface
| | | |-statistics --show ethernet statistics
| | |
| | |-wlan> --wlan interface settings
| | | |-2.4GHz> --2.4GHz wlan interface settings
| | | | |-configuration --interface configuration
| | | | |-knownaplist --known access point list
| | | | |-stationlist --station list
| | | | |-statistics --interface statistics
| | | | |-trusted-stationlist --trusted station list
| | | | |-unknownaplist --unknown access point list
| | | |
| | | |
| | |
| |
| |-log --system log
| |-system --system setting
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Index
Numerics
20 MHz 2-15
20/40 MHz 2-15
40 MHz 2-15
802.11b/g/n 1-4, 2-13
default SSID 2-10
standards compliance 1-2
802.11e 1-3, 2-16, 4-6
802.11n
data encryption option, recommendation 2-3
802.1Q 2-27
802.1Q VLAN, support 1-2
802.1x 2-20
802.3af 1-3
A
access control
MAC address filtering 1-3
MAC authentication 2-38
trusted wireless stations 1-3
access control list
MAC authentication 2-38
access point mode
security options 2-20
access point name 2-5
access point, more than one 2-15
ACK 1-4
activity log 3-12
AES
802.11n, recommended for 2-3
with WPA2, with RADIUS 2-32
with WPA2-PSK 2-36
aggregation length 4-6
aggregation, support for 1-4
AID see association ID
A-MPDU (Aggregation of MAC Protocol Data Units) 4-
6
antenna 4-6
2.4 GHz 1-5
position 2-2, 2-9
associated stations
present in AWSL, only 3-16
association ID
authentication server settings
IP address 2-24
port number 2-24
shared secret 2-24, 2-25
auto or long preamble, support for 1-4
Auto UplinkTM 1-4
autosensing ethernet, support for 1-3
autosensing, LAN interface 1-4
available wireless station list (AWSL) 3-16
available wireless stations list 2-39
AWSL table fields
channel 3-16
MAC address 3-16
mode 3-16
rate 3-16
SSID 3-16
state 3-16
status 3-16
type 3-16
wireless network name (SSID) 3-16
B
back off 1-4
Basic Service Set (BSS) 1-2
Basic Service Set Identifier (BSSID) 1-2
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beacon generation, support for 1-4
beacon interval 4-5
bridge
network authentication 2-20
bridge mode wireless station
wireless point to point bridge 4-8
wireless point-to-multi-point bridge 4-8
BSSID 3-16
C
Category 5 Ethernet cable 1-5
change password 3-10
channel auto
testing connectivity 2-17
channel auto selection 2-17
channel interference 2-17
channel spacing 2-3
channel spacing, recommended 2-15
channel, auto
configuring channel/frequency 2-14
channel, default 2-14
CLI
command set 3-4
command line interface (CLI) 3-3
configuration file 3-6
backup or restore 3-7
conventions, typographical 1-i
coverage 2-2
coverage area 1-1, 2-9
CSMA/CA 4-5
CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision
Detection) 4-5
CTS (Clear to Send) 4-5
D
data encryption settings
128 bits WEP 2-21
152 bits WEP 2-21
64 bits WEP 2-21
AES 2-21
none 2-21
TKIP 2-21
TKIP + AES 2-21
data rates 802.11bgn 2-15
default access point name 2-6
default channel 2-14, 2-17
default gateway, configure 2-12
default IP address 2-4, 2-12
default password 2-4
default reset button 3-9
default SSID 2-10
default user name 2-4
default wireless access point name 2-10
DHCP
point-to-multi-point bridging 4-14
DHCP client
default setting 2-10
DHCP client, configure 2-12
DHCP client/server
support 1-2
DHCP server
configure 4-1
on LAN 2-12
on LAN, assigns IP address 2-10
distributed coordinated function, support for 1-4
documentation 2-5
DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) interval 4-6
dynamic encryption key generation, support 1-2
dynamic IP address, configure 2-10
dynamic per frame rekeying 2-3
E
EDCA (Enhanced Distributed Channel Access) 4-7
Ethernet
RJ-45 port 1-6
ethernet cable, connect 2-10
F
factory default settings 3-6
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reset button 1-6, 5-4
resetting 5-4
restore 3-8
table A-1
firmware
upgrade 3-6
FLASH 3-5
formats, document 1-i
fragmentation 4-5
fragmentation threshold 4-5
full-duplex 1-4
H
half-duplex 1-4
hidden mode, support for 1-3
hotspot
server settings 4-3
support for 1-3
wIreless client security separation 2-28
wireless client security separation 2-30, 2-32, 2-33, 2-
35, 2-36, 2-37
HTTP redirect
hotspot settings 4-3
I
interference, channel settings 2-14
interference, least 2-14
interference, reduce 2-3, 2-15
interference, sources 2-2
IP address
configure 2-7, 2-12
IP settings, configure 2-11
K
keys, use with WEP 2-21
L
LAN IP address
default 5-3
latency 2-2
legacy rates 2-3
line of sight 2-9
location 2-2, 2-9
log in 2-11
logs 3-11, 3-12
M
MAC address
access control list 2-38
bridge mode wireless station 4-8
wireless point-to-multi-point bridge 4-8
MAC authentication
available wireless stations list 2-39
MAC address database, local 2-39
MAC address database, RADIUS 2-39
trusted wireless stations 2-39
turn access control on 2-39
Management Information Base (MIB) management 1-2
max users 1-1
maximum packet size 4-5
multiple access points
placement of 2-3
multiple BSSIDs, support for 1-2
multiple input, multiple output (MIMO), support for 1-4
multi-point bridging
extend 4-14
N
NetBIOS name 2-6
network authentication, types of
legacy 802.1x 2-20
open system 2-20
shared key 2-20
WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS 2-20
WPA with RADIUS 2-20
WPA2 with RADIUS 2-20
WPA2-PSK 2-20
WPA-PSK 2-20
WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK 2-20
network key
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with WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK 2-37
WPA-PSK 2-35
network statistics 3-14
fields 3-15
NTP client, configure 2-8
NTP server, configure 2-8
O
operating frequency 1-2
operating modes, supported
point-to-multi-point bridge. 1-3
point-to-point bridge 1-3
wireless access point 1-2
P
package contents 1-5
packet fragmentation, support for 1-4
packet size 4-5
passphrase, use with WEP 2-21, 2-28
password
change 3-10
performance degradation
causes of 2-2
placement 2-2
point-to-multi-point bridge 4-8
configure 4-13
point-to-point bridge 4-8
configure 4-12
point-to-point bridge mode
wireless point-to-multi-point bridge 4-8
power adapter 1-6
power consumption 2-2
Power over Ethernet (PoE), support for 1-3
preamble type 4-6
preshared key passphrase
WPA-PSK 2-35
primary DNS server, configure 2-12
profile name
bridge mode wireless station 4-8
wireless point-to-multi-point bridge 4-9
Q
QoS queues 4-7
QoS settings 2-16
QoS settings, advanced
AP EDCA parameters 4-7
station EDCA parameters 4-7
R
RADIUS and certificate authentication, support 1-2
RADIUS server, configure 2-23
accounting server 2-24
authentication server 2-24
RADIUS server, configure first 2-18, 2-25
range 1-1
guidelines 2-2
rear panel 1-5
reboot 3-9
reset button, using 5-4
rebooting
losing previous state 3-17
reception 2-2
redirect HTTP 4-3
redirect URL
hotspot settings 4-4
reduced inter frame spacing, support for 1-4
remote console
secure shell (SSH) 3-3
Telnet 3-3
request to send threshold 4-5
reset button 3-9
reset to factory defaults 3-9
retransmission 1-4
RIFS
wireless settings 4-6
roaming
multiple wireless access points 3-16
roaming on same subnet, support for 1-4
rogue AP detection
configure 3-17
import rogue AP list from file 3-18
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support for 1-3
unknown AP list 3-18
rogue AP list 3-19
unknown AP list 3-19, 3-21
RTS 4-5
RTS/CTS handshake, support for 1-4
S
secure Telnet CLI, support for 1-3
secure Telnet client 3-3
secure Telnet interface, using 3-3
security profile
VLAN ID 1-4, 2-27
security profile definition
authentication settings 2-20
broadcast wireless network name (SSID) 2-19
data encryption 2-21
security profile name 2-19
VLAN ID 2-21
wireless client security separation 2-21
wireless network name (SSID) 2-19
security profile, support for 1-3
security profiles
about 2-18
security profiles, setting up 2-25
security profiloe
wireless client security separation 2-27
serial console port, connectors 1-6
Service Set Identifier (SSID)
max per radio mode 1-2
setup form 2-22
SNMP
enable SNMP 3-2
read-only community name 3-2
read-write community name 3-2
receive traps IP address 3-2
remote management 3-1
trap community name 3-2
trap port 3-2
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol ), support
1-2
software upgrade 3-5
SSID 2-14
hidden mode 1-3
SSID broadcast, disable 2-19
SSID match
verify connectivity 2-10
SSID, wireless network name 2-19
standards, supported 1-2
static IP address 5-3
default 2-4
statistics 3-14
subnet mask
default 5-3
support documentation 2-5
syslog server
setup 3-11
system information 3-12
fields 3-13
system requirements 1-4
T
technical specifications A-3
Telnet client
recommendations 3-3
Telnet options 3-3
terminal-emulation program, configure 3-4
throughput performance 2-2
timezone, configure 2-6, 2-8
timezone, default 2-8
TKIP
data rates, provided by 2-3
with WPA, with RADIUS 2-30
with WPA-PSK 2-35
TKIP+AES
with WPA and WPA2, with RADIUS 2-33
with WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK 2-37
transmit power 2-15
Trap 3-2
troubleshooting 5-1
access point, connecting to 5-3
configuring, 5-3
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LAN activity 5-2
power connection 5-1
timeout error 5-3
wireless Internet connection 5-2
wireless LAN activity l 5-2
trusted wireless stations list
MAC authentication 2-39
U
unauthorized access, secure from 2-1
upgradeable firmware, support for 1-3
V
VLAN (802.1Q) 2-27
VLAN ID
DHCP server 4-2
VLAN security profiles (VLAN ID), support for 1-4
Voice-over-IP (VoIP) 4-6
W
WEP
data rates, provided by 2-3
WEP, configure
data encryption keys 2-28
data encryption strength 2-28
network authentication type 2-27
wireless client security separation 2-28
Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) 4-6
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) 2-3
wired equivalent privacy (WEP) 2-3
wireless access point
software 3-5
wireless access point name 2-10
wireless adapter
verifying connectivity 2-10
wireless adapter, settings 2-18
wireless adapters
WPA support, restriction 2-29
WPA2 support, restriction 2-31
wireless bridging and repeating 4-8
wireless channel
changing 2-14, 2-17
wireless client
point-to-point bridge communication 4-8
wireless client security separation
hotspot setting 2-28
wireless computer, configuring from 2-29
wireless connection
losing 2-38
wireless connection, losing 2-18
wireless connectivity, testing 2-17
Wireless Multimedia (WMM) 2-16
Wireless Multimedia (WMM), support for 1-3
Wireless Multimedia Extension (WME) 4-6
wireless network name (SSID) 2-26
wireless point-to-multi-point bridge 4-8
wireless point-to-point bridge 4-8
wireless security options
restrict access based on MAC address. 2-3
turn off broadcast of wireless network name (SSID) 2-
3
WEP, use 2-3
WPA or WPA-PSK, use 2-3
wireless settings 802.11b/bg/ng, advanced
aggregation length 4-6
A-MPDU 4-6
antenna 4-6
beacon interval 4-5
DTIM interval 4-6
fragmentation length 4-5
preamble type 4-6
RIFS transmission 4-6
RTS threshold 4-5
wireless settings 802.11bgn
broadcast wireless network name (SSID) 2-14
channel width 2-15
channel/frequency 2-14
guard interval 2-15
MCS index/data rate 2-15
output power 2-15
turn radio on 2-14
wireless mode 2-14
wireless network name (SSID) 2-14
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wireless settings, basic 2-9
wireless sniffer 2-3
WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS
restiction with WPA and WPA2 2-32
WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS, configure 2-33
data encryption 2-33
network authentication type 2-33
wireless client security separation 2-33
WPA preshared key passphrase, use with WPA-PSK 2-21
WPA with RADIUS, configure 2-29
data encription default 2-30
network authentication type 2-30
wireless client security separation 2-30
WPA with RADIUS, restrictions 2-29
WPA/WPA2
use restrictions 2-20
WPA/WPA2, support for 1-2
WPA2 with RADIUS, configure 2-31
data encryption default 2-32
network authentication type 2-32
wireless client security separation 2-32
WPA2-PSK, configure
data encryption 2-36
network authentication type 2-36
preshared key passphrase 2-36
restrictions using WPA2 2-35
wireless client security separation 2-36
WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK preshared key authentication,
support 1-2
WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK, configure
data encryption 2-37
network authentication setting 2-37
restrictions using WPA/WPA2 2-36
wireless client security separation 2-37
WPA passphrase (network key) 2-37
WPA-PSK, configure
data encryption 2-35
network authentication type 2-35
preshared key passphrase 2-35
restrictions for WPA 2-34
wireless client security separation 2-35
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