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PowerGrid-9172AC

G.hn+11ac Wi-Fi Powerline Adapter

User Manual

Preface

This manual provides information related to the installation and operation of this device. The

individual reading this manual is presumed to have a basic understanding of

telecommunications terminology and concepts.

If you find the product to be inoperable or malfunctioning, please contact technical support

for immediate service by email at homesupport@comtrend.com

For product update, new product release, manual revision, or software upgrades, please visit

our website at http://www.comtrend.com

Important Safety Instructions

In order to keep the safety of users and your properties, please follow these safety

instructions:

1. This power line access point is designed for indoor use only; DO NOT place this power line

access point outdoor.

2. DO NOT put this power line access point at or near hot or humid places, like a kitchen or

bathroom. Also, do not leave this power line access point in the car under direct sunlight.

3. DO NOT pull any connected cable with force; disconnect it from the power line access point

first.

4. If you want to place this power line access point at high places, please make sure the

power line access point is firmly secured. Falling from high places would damage the power

line access point and its accessories, and warranty will be void.

5. There’s no user-serviceable part inside the access point. If you found that the power line

access point is not working properly, please contact your dealer of purchase and ask for help.

DO NOT disassemble the access point, warranty will be void.

6. If the power line access point falls into water when it’s powered, DO NOT use your hand to

pick it up. Switch the electrical power off before you do anything, or contact an

experienced electrical technician for help.

information contained herein is proprietary to Comtrend Corporation. No part of this

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prior written consent of Comtrend Corporation.

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NOTE: This document is subject to change without notice.

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This symbol indicates that when the equipment has reached the end

of its useful life, it must be taken to a recycling centre and processed

separate from domestic waste.

The cardboard box, the plastic contained in the packaging, and the parts that make up this

device can be recycled in accordance with regionally established regulations. Never dispose

of this electronic equipment along with your household waste; you may be subject to

penalties or sanctions under the law. Instead, please be responsible and ask for disposal

instructions from your local government.

CATALOG

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................ 5

1.1 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................................... 5

CHAPTER 2 HOW TO INSTALL PG-9172AC .................................................................................................... 6

CHAPTER 3 LED INDICATIONS ...................................................................................................................... 12

CHAPTER 4 BUTTON FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................................. 13

CHAPTER 5 WIRELESS SYSTEM AND NETWORK SETUP ...................................................................... 14

5.1 CONNECT TO POWER LINE ACCESS POINT BY WEB BROWSER ........................................................................... 14

5.2 CONNECTING TO WEB MANAGEMENT INTERFACE .......................................................................................... 15

5.3 VIEW SYSTEM INFORMATION .......................................................................................................................... 16

5.4 NETWORK SETTINGS ....................................................................................................................................... 18

5.5 STATIONS LIST ................................................................................................................................................ 18

5.6 NETWORK TIMING .......................................................................................................................................... 19

5.7 ACCESS POLICY .............................................................................................................................................. 20

5.8 ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................................................................ 21

5.9 MONITOR ........................................................................................................................................................ 22

5.10 LOGOUT ........................................................................................................................................................ 22

CHAPTER 6 WIRELESS CONFIGURATIONS ................................................................................................ 23

6.1 2.4G WIRELESS SETTINGS ............................................................................................................................. 23

6.1.1 Multiple BSS ........................................................................................................................................... 24

6.2 2.4G SECURITY SETTINGS .............................................................................................................................. 25

6.3 2.4G WPS SETTINGS ...................................................................................................................................... 26

6.4 2.4G AIR TIME MANAGEMENT ....................................................................................................................... 27

6.4.1 2.4Ghz Air Time Management ................................................................................................................ 27

6.4.2 Configuration ......................................................................................................................................... 28

6.4.3 Per BSS Weights ..................................................................................................................................... 28

6.4.4 Per Station Weights ................................................................................................................................ 28

6.5 5G WIRELESS SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................ 29

6.5.1 Multiple BSS ........................................................................................................................................... 30

6.6 5G SECURITY SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................. 31

6.7 5G WPS SETTINGS ......................................................................................................................................... 32

6.8 5G AIR TIME MANAGEMENT .......................................................................................................................... 33

6.8.1 5Ghz Air Time Management................................................................................................................... 33

6.8.2 Configuration ......................................................................................................................................... 34

6.8.3 Per BSS Weights ..................................................................................................................................... 34

6.8.4 Per Station Weights ................................................................................................................................ 34

CHAPTER 7 G.HN/POWERLINE SETUP ......................................................................................................... 35

7.1 CONFIGURE STATIC IP MODE ...................................................................................................................... 35

7.2 LOGGING IN .................................................................................................................................................... 36

7.3 G.HN INTERFACE ............................................................................................................................................. 37

7.3.1 Basic Configuration ................................................................................................................................ 38

7.3.2 NDIM Configuration ............................................................................................................................... 38

7.3.3 Encryption Configuration via WEB UI ................................................................................................... 38

7.4 IP INTERFACE .................................................................................................................................................. 39

7.4.1 IP config .................................................................................................................................................. 40

7.5 ETHERNET INTERFACE .................................................................................................................................... 41

7.6 DEVICE INTERFACE ......................................................................................................................................... 42

7.6.1 Hardware information ............................................................................................................................ 42

7.6.2 Software information ............................................................................................................................... 42

7.6.3 Security ................................................................................................................................................... 43

7.6.4 SW update ............................................................................................................................................... 43

7.6.5 HTTP SW update ..................................................................................................................................... 43

7.7 MULTICAST INTERFACE ................................................................................................................................... 44

7.7.1 MCAST Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 44

7.8 QOS MENU ...................................................................................................................................................... 45

7.8.1 QoS Configuration .................................................................................................................................. 45

7.9 VLAN INTERFACE .......................................................................................................................................... 48

7.9.1 VLAN Configuration ............................................................................................................................... 48

7.10 G.HN SPECTRUM INTERFACE .......................................................................................................................... 49

7.10.1 Notches ................................................................................................................................................. 49

7.11 LOG FILE INTERFACE ..................................................................................................................................... 50

7.11.1 Log File ................................................................................................................................................. 50

7.12 ADVANCED INTERFACE ................................................................................................................................. 51

CHAPTER 8 CLI COMMANDS FOR TR069 SETTINGS VIA TELNET ...................................................... 52

Chapter 1 Introduction

Comtrend’s PG-9172AC is designed to meet the growing demand for perfect connectivity

and coverage across multiple devices connected concurrently throughout the home. The

G.hn Powerline Wi-Fi extender allows users to take Wi-Fi with them anywhere throughout the

home or backyard and enjoy a seamless wireless experience.

1.1 System Requirements

 Computer or network devices with wired or wireless network interface card

 Any connected devices must feature a network port

 Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or above, Google Chrome web browser,

Opera web browser, or Safari web browser)

 An available AC power socket (100 – 240 V, 50/60Hz)

Chapter 2 How to Install PG-9172AC

(A) Understanding the AC1200 G.hn Powerline Adapter

How to Create a Basic (2 unit) G.hn Powerline Network

A G.hn Powerline Network can consist of a minimum of 2 and up to 16 devices total.

**The PG-9172 can be replaced by another G.hn Powerline Adapter.

NOTE: The following steps show how to create or add onto a G.hn Powerline Network using

a PG-9172AC.

(A minimum of two G.hn Powerline Adapters are required to create a proper connection.)

 If this is the first time you are setting up a G.hn Powerline Network please continue to

Section B.

 If you already have an established G.hn Powerline Network and are adding an additional

adapter, please skip to Section C.

Purpose Recommended

Primary Adapter Second Adapter

 Connecting a single dedicated Internet

Device PG-9172** PG-9172**

 Bringing wireless to a remote location PG-9172** PG-9172AC

 Connecting a PoE Enabled Device PG-9172** PG-9172PoE

Displays Ethernet

Connection Status

Displays Power

Status

Displays

Adapter

Connection

Status

Displays 2.4GHz/5GHz

Enabling/Disabling WiFi

Status

Reset Button

Press for more

than10

seconds for

Factory Reset.

WPS Connection Button

Gigabit

Ethernet Port

Power Port

WiFi Power

On/Off Button

On/Off

Power Button

Adapter Pairing

Button

(B) Creating a New G.hn Network

1. Plug a PG-9172* unit into the power outlet closest to the Network Device (Modem,

Router). Do not plug the adapter into a power strip or surge protector, as network

performance could degrade significantly.

*NOTE: It is suggested that you use the PG-9172 as the primary connection to the

Network Device, however, the PG-9172 can be replaced by another G.hn

Powerline Adapter.

2. Connect the PG-9172 to a Network Device with an Ethernet (RJ-45) cable. (Wait 10

seconds for the Network Indicator to light up GREEN, which indicates a

good connection. A flashing GREEN light indicates that the device has a

good connection and is also sending data).

Network Device

(

Modem

Router

)

Ethernet Cable

PG-9172

3. Plug the PG-9172AC into the power outlet closest to the location you want to

add wireless and/or near an Internet-Enabled Device you would like to

directly connect to the adapter. The Power Indicator should light up.

4. Optionally, to add an Internet- Enabled Device, directly connect the PG-9172AC to

the Internet-Enabled Device with an Ethernet cable. (The Network Indicator

on the PG-9172 and the LAN Indicator of the PG-9172AC should both be

GREEN representing a strong connection).

(D) Security Setup

NOTE: G.hn Adapters will automatically “pair” in “non-secure” mode. It is highly

recommended to follow Step 5 to create a secure connection.

5. Press the “Config” Button of a PG-9172 in the existing network for 2 seconds. You

will see the Security Indicator start flashing GREEN. Within two minutes,

press the “PLC Sync” Button on the PG-9172AC for 2 seconds until you see the PLC

Indicator start flashing GREEN. (When the adapters are successfully

paired with a strong connection the PG-9172’s Security Indicator

and Connection Indicator will be solid GREEN and the PG-9172AC’s PLC

Indicator will be solid GREEN.)

6. Repeat Steps 3 to 5 to add additional adapters/devices.

(E) Connecting Your WiFi Devices to the New PG-9172AC

Access Point

7. For some devices (E.g. laptops, cameras, set-top-boxes, etc.)

wireless connectivity can be done via WPS (Wireless Protected Setup). WPS allows

you to simply connect devices to the new Access Point without entering a

username/password manually. To do this, please follow the instructions in

Section F below.

8. You have created a new Internet Access Point and it is now active and ready to use!

To connect your WiFi devices to your new PG-9172AC WiFi Access Point, select the

PG-9172AC Access Point using your WiFi device’s standard network list. The

Network Name (SSID) and Password (WiFi Key) can be found on the bottom of the

PG-9172AC.

9. Go to Section G.

(F) Setup of Wireless Devices via WPS

(WiFi Protected Setup)

10. Press and hold the “WPS” Button for more than 2 seconds on the PG-9172AC to

activate its WPS. The PG-9172AC’s WiFi Indicators should flash to

indicate a WPS connection is in progress.

11. Within two minutes, press the “WPS” Button (often the WPS/Reset Button) on your

remote Internet-Enabled Devices to activate WPS.

12. The devices will establish a secure connection.

(G) You Have Successfully Installed Your G.hn Powerline

Adapter with WiFi!

(H) Troubleshooting

The following information should help you diagnose basic setup or installation problems.

1) POWER Indicator is OFF: First try pressing the

“Power” Button on the rear panel of the device. If the

Power Indicator is still off, please make sure that your

power socket is working properly (perhaps by testing with

another device). Then plug in your PG-9172AC again

and push the “Power” Button on the rear panel of the

device.

2) LAN Indicator is OFF: The LAN Indicator is off when

there is no directly connected device into the G.hn

Adapters’ Ethernet Port. If there is a

device connected and if the LAN Indicator is off, check

that the Ethernet port of the Powerline Adapter

is connected firmly to the Ethernet port of the other

device. Also, you can check the condition of the

Ethernet cable by using another Ethernet cable to test if

the indicator turns on.

3) WiFi Indicators are OFF: To turn on both indicators

(enable WiFi) you can press the “WiFi” Button on the

front of the device. You can also login to the G-9172AC

Web and enable WiFi (5G only). See section 5.5 of the

POWER

LAN

WiFi

PLC

POWER

LAN

5 GHz 2.4 GHz

User Manual for details.

4) PLC Indicator is OFF: This indicator shows that the adapter is paired to the G.hn

Network. If this indicator is off, plug both Powerline Adapters that you’re attempting to pair

into power outlets that are located within the same room. All of the indicators of the device

should blink (approx. 10 seconds), and the PLC Indicator should light up. If the PLC

Indicator does not light up, it may indicate the existing G.hn network is secure and you

have to pair the PG-9172AC to it in “secure mode.” To do so, press the "PLC Sync" Button on

the PG-9172AC for 2 seconds. Within 2 minutes, press the “Config" Button on the PG-9172

for 2 seconds (Holding for more than 4 seconds will clear the security key and require a

re-pairing). The PLC Indicator will then light up GREEN. Afterwards, you can plug the units

back into their original location.

5) PLC Indicator is Blinking RED: This indicator shows that the adapter is paired to the

G.hn Network. If the PLC Indicator is blinking RED, then the adapter is

paired in “non-secure” mode to the G.hn Network. It is optional to pair the device in “secure

mode.” To pair the device in “secure mode," press the "PLC Sync" Button on the PG-9172AC

and the “Config" Button on the PG-9172 for 2 seconds. The PLC Indicator will then light

up GREEN.

* If you have tried all of the above and are still experiencing problems, you can reset all

devices to factory default by pushing the “Reset” Button on the PG-9172AC for more than 10

seconds AND the “Config” Button on the PG-9172 for 10 seconds.

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FOR MORE HELP: For instructions on advanced features, FAQ, etc., please visit the PG-9172AC

online Product Webpage on our website.

PG-9172AC

PG-9172

Chapter 3 LED Indications

LED COLOR MODE DESCRIPTION

Green On The current connection (line rate) is more than 40

Mbps

Blink (1). PLC pairing

(2). System rebooting

Orange On The current connection (line rate) is more than 20

Mbps and less than 40 Mbps

Red On

(1). The current connection (line rate) is between 1

and 20 Mbps per second)

(2). The PLC is in unsecure mode* and connected to

other PLCs

Off No PLC connection exists

Green

Off 2.4GHz WLAN is disabled

On 2.4GHz WLAN is on or activity occurring (tx/rx data

and message)

Blink

(1). Fast Blinking:

1.WPS SSID/Key sync copy failed

(2). Slow Blinking:

1. Normal WPS sync activity

2. WPS SSID/Key sync activity

3. System in Factory Reset process

Blue

Off 5GHz WLAN is disabled

On 5GHz WLAN is on or activity occurring (tx/rx data

and message)

Blink

(1). Fast Blinking:

1.WPS SSID/Key sync copy failed

(2). Slow Blinking:

1. Normal WPS sync activity

2. WPS SSID/Key sync activity

3. System in Factory Reset process

Green Off LAN Interface down

On LAN Interface up 10/100/1000

Orange

Blink

(1). Fast Blinking:

1. WPS SSID/Key sync copy failed

(2). Slow Blinking:

1. WPS SSID/Key sync activity

2. System in Factory Reset process

Green

Off System is powered off

On System is powered on

Blink

(1). Fast Blinking:

1. WPS SSID/Key sync copy failed

(2). Slow Blinking:

1. WPS SSID/Key sync activity

2. System in Factory Reset process

* Note: PG-9172AC does not support secured LED indication. If the PLC LED is RED in

deployment, it may indicate that the G.hn network is in unsecured mode. The user needs to

manually pair the PLC units to create a secure connection.

Chapter 4 Button Functions

BUTTON WORDING ON

ENCLOSURE BUTTON

FUNCTION

SECONDS

TO PUSH

BUTTON

DESCRIPTION

1 PLC Sync PLC pairing +2sec

Press more than 2

seconds ( LED

starts slow blinking),

and configuration

period is open

2 WPS

WPS 2-5 sec

1. Press for 2-5

seconds, and both

& LED

blink slowly.

2. Then release the

button, the AP WPS

is in process.

WiFi

SSID/PW copy +5 sec

Press for +5 seconds,

& , ,

and LED blink

slowly, the WLAN is in

sync with main

gateway for SSID

and Key on 2.4GHz

3 RESET Factory reset +10 sec

Press more than 10

seconds: a factory

reset of the system

(both G.hn & WiFi) is

performed

4 WiFi ON/OFF

Switch off/on

2.4GHz/5GHz

WiFi interfaces +2 sec

Disable/enable both

2.4G/5GHz WLAN

interfaces by pushing

the button for +2s

1&2 N/A

Switch off/on all

LED’s +2 sec

Turn on/off all LED’s by

pushing both PLC Sync

and WPS buttons

simultaneously for +2s

Chapter 5 wireless System and Network Setup

5.1 Connect to power line access point by web

browser

PG-9172AC supports two kinds of management IP.

(1) DHCP client, which gets a dynamic IP address from the

Modem/Broadband Router/Home Gateway that it is connected to by default.

(2) Static IP, 192.168.0.5 by default, which can be configurable in the web UI.

Before you can connect to the power line access point and start configuration procedures,

your computer must be able to get an IP address automatically (dynamic IP address).

PG-9172AC gets a dynamic IP address from Modem/Broadband Router/Home Gateway that

it is connected to by default. However, the current IP info of PG-9172AC would be

displayed at the Modem/Broadcom Router/Home Gateway.

Also, the static IP of PG-9172AC can be accessed by the default static IP address of

192.168.0.5, subnet mask 255.255.255.0. Change your PC’s static IP address to

291.68.0.100, subnet mask 255.255.255.0 for accessing web UI management.

5.2 Connecting to Web Management Interface

All functions and settings for the Wi-Fi AP of PG-9172AC must be configured via the

web management interface. Please start your web browser, and input ‘192.168.0.5’in the

address bar, then press the ‘Enter’ key. The following will be displayed:

Please input user name and password in their respective fields, default user name is ‘root,

and default password is ‘12345, then press the Login button, to view the web management

interface of this access point.

NOTE: If you can’t see the web management interface, and you’re

being prompted to input user name and password again, it means you

didn’t input username and password correctly.

5.3 View System Information

The system information is on the left-side of the web page as shown below.

Here are descriptions of every item:

Heading Description

2.4GHz Network Displays 2.4GHz AP status, Channel, MAC, BSSID

and SSID string.

5GHz Network Displays 5GHz AP status, Channel, MAC, BSSID and SSID

string.

Common WiFi and G.hn Image version information.

WiFi Image version:

PG-9172AC-WLAN-684125CTU-C01_R01

G.hn Image version:

PG-9172AC-PLC-64R39873CTU-C01_R01

5.4 Network Settings

This page allows you to set the IP address for the web UI. Click the Apply button to reboot

the system and implement your changes.

5.5 Stations List

This is page shows the information of wireless Stations that are connected to PG-9172AC.

Here are descriptions of every item:

Heading Description

MAC address This option will list the Wireless stations connected to the

PG-9172AC at the 2.4G or 5GHz Interface.

Rate (MCS) MCS# on the wireless interface with the station.

Bandwidth Bandwidth, 20/40MHz for 2.4GHz, 20/40/80MHz for 5GHz

5.6 Network Timing

This page allows you to set the local time zone for TR069 management.

Heading Description

Enable NTP You can decide to set up NTP client by clicking checkbox.

Primary NTP Server Input the Primary NTP Server, for example:

us.pool.ntp.org, etc.

Secondary NTP Server Input the Secondary NTP Server, for example:

wwv.nist.gov

Local Time Zone You can select your Time Zone from the drop-down menu.

5.7 Access Policy

This page allows you to set the Access Policy for a specific MAC address.

Here are descriptions of every item:

Heading Description

Policy: This option will allow/reject the list of wireless stations.

Add a station MAC MAC format is XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX

A maximum of 32 entries can be configured.

To save changes in the MAC addresses list press the Apply button.

5.8 Administration

This page allows you to upgrade the software, view the components versions, change the

password, download log files, restore defaults or reboot the system.

Here are descriptions of every setup item:

Heading Description

Software Upgrade

Select the firmware file for the PG-9172AC from the local

driver of your laptop.

*PLC firmware can be updated via Marvell’s SCT tool locally

or via TR069 protocol remotely.

Components Versions Wi-Fi Image version:

PG-9172AC-WLAN-684125CTU-C01_R01

G.hn Image version:

PG-9172AC-PLC-64R39873CTU-C01_R01

Change Password Click this button to change the password (Only for “admin”

account)

Download Log Files Reserved for debugging purpose

Restore Defaults Click this button to reset all the settings of PG-9172AC to

their factory defaults (Wi-Fi & G.hn PLC)

System Reboot Click this button to restart the PG-9172AC

5.9 Monitor

This page shows the statistics on LAN, 2.4G & 5G interfaces.

5.10 Logout

Log out from the web management.

Chapter 6 Wireless Configurations

6.1 2.4G Wireless Settings

This page allows you to configure the basic settings for the 2.4GHz interface of the access

point.

Here are descriptions of every setup item:

Heading Description

Wireless Mode 802.11b/g legacy: auto selection of 802.11b/g.

802.11b/g/n: auto selection of 802.11b/g/n

Broadcast SSID Decide if the wireless power line access point will

broadcast its own SSID or not. You can hide the SSID of

your wireless power line access point (set the option to

‘Disable’), so only those who know the SSID of your

wireless power line access point can get connected.

SSID Please input the SSID (the name used to identify this

wireless access point) here. You can input up to 32

alphanumerical characters. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE

SSID IS CASE SENSITIVE.

Beacon Interval The default is 100 ms and the acceptable range is 20 –

999(ms). It’s safe to keep the default and it’s not

necessary to change unless you know the effect.

Channel Select Auto, Or manually select a channel.

Rate(MCS) Modulation and Coding Scheme. It’s safe to select Auto

and it’s not necessary to change unless you know the

effect.

Channel Bandwidth Select the wireless channel width by drop-down

menus(bandwidth taken by wireless signals of this access

point).

20MHz : lower performance but less interference.

40MHz : Auto 40/20MHz(automatically select based on

interference level)

WMM WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) technology, can improve the

performance of certain network applications, like

audio/video streaming, network telephony (VoIP),

and others. When you enable the WMM function, the

power line access point will define the priority of different

kinds of data, to give higher priority to applications which

require an instant response. Therefore you can improve

the performance of such network applications.

6.1.1Multiple BSS

A BSS, Basic Service Set consists of all the devices associated with an IEEE 802.11 wireless

local area network (WLAN).

This section allows you to add up to 3 additional BSSIDs (Basic Service Set Identifiers) for

the 2.4GHz interface of the access point.

To save changes in the BSS list click the Apply button.

6.2 2.4G Security Settings

This page allows you to configure the Security Settings for 2.4Ghz interface of the access

point.

Click the Apply button to save your settings.

Here are descriptions of every setup item:

Heading Description

Wireless Interface Select the interface that you want to configure from the

SSID or the BSSs you have added.

Security Mode Select the encryption supported over wireless access. The

encryption method can be Disabled/None, WPA-PSK,

WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK+WPA2-PSK.

Encryption Type There are three types of Cipher: TKIP, AES, TKIP+AES

Pass Phrase 8 to 63 alphanumerical characters

6.3 2.4G WPS Settings

This page allows you to configure the WPS Settings for 2.4Ghz interface of the access point.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup allows that each time you want to set up a connection, there is no

need to select the encryption mode and enter the encryption password.

Heading Description

WPS Select to Enable/Disable WPS from the drop-down menu.

Then click the Apply button to implement your selection.

Configure Enrollee Select between via PBC (Push Button Control) and via PIN

(Personal Identification Number)

WPS Status Shows the current WPS status

Click the Activating WPS button to confirm your choice.

6.4 2.4G Air Time Management

This page allows you to configure the setting for Air Time Management of the 2.4GHz

Access Point.

6.4.1 2.4Ghz Air Time Management

This part shows the Statistics of BSS, Station or throughput.

Heading Description

Per BSS Statistics Displays each BSS’s statistics

Per Station Statistics Displays each Station’s statistics

Throughput Statistics Displays all statistics

6.4.2 Configuration

This part allows you to set up the Air Time Management, select the Scheduler Algorithm

and whether show throughput statistics or not.

Heading Description

Air Time Management Select to Enable/Disable Air Time Management from the

drop-down menu.

Scheduler Algorithm Select to No

Fairness(Round Robin)/Fairness/Weighted Fairness

Scheduler Algorithm from the drop-down menu,

No Fairness(Round Robin) :

The order will decide the transmission, so the longer the

device is connected, the longer the wait time.

Fairness:

Each device occupies the same transmission time.

Weighted Fairness :

According to the Weight you give will decide the priority of

transmission.

Show Throughput

Statistics Select to YES/NO to Show Throughput Statistics.

Click the Apply button to implement your changes.

6.4.3 Per BSS Weights

This part allows you to configure each BSS’s Weight from 0 to 100, the higher the Weight

you give, the more priority it has.

To save changes in the list click the Apply button.

6.4.4 Per Station Weights

This part allows you to configure each WiFi station’s Weight from 0 to 100, the higher the

Weight you give, the more priority it has.

Heading Description

MAC Input the MAC address from the device which you want to

add on.

Name Input an ID for the station (Reserved)

Weight Set the Weights for the Station from 0 to 100 by scrolling

the scroll or Input number.

Click the Add button to create the new entry. Click the Delete button to remove an entry. To

save changes in the list, click the Apply button.

6.5 5G Wireless Settings

This page is to configure basic settings for the 5GHz interface of the access point.

Here are descriptions of every setup item:

Heading Description

Enable 5Ghz Radio Tick to enable 5GHz radio.

Broadcast SSID Decide if the wireless power line access point will

broadcast its own SSID or not. You can hide the SSID of

your wireless power line access point (set the option to

‘Disable’), so only those who know the SSID of your

wireless power line access point can get connected.

SSID Please input the SSID (the name used to identify this

wireless access point) here. You can input up to 32

alphanumerical characters. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE

SSID IS CASE SENSITIVE.

Beacon Interval The default is 100 ms and the acceptable range is 20 –

999(ms). It’s safe to keep in default and it’s not necessary

to change unless you know the effect.

Channel Select Auto, Or manually select a channel.

Rate(MCS) Modulation and Coding Scheme. It’s safe to select Auto

and it’s not necessary to change unless you know the

effect.

Channel Bandwidth Select wireless channel width from the drop-down

menu(bandwidth taken by wireless signals of this access

point).

20MHz : lower performance but less interference.

40MHz : Auto 40/20MHz

80MHz : Auto 80/40/20MHz

(automatically select based on interference level)

WMM WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) technology, can improve the

performance of certain network applications, like

audio/video streaming, network telephony (VoIP),

and others. When you enable the WMM function, the

power line access point will define the priority of different

kinds of data, to give higher priority to applications which

require an instant response. Therefore you can improve

the performance of such network applications.

6.5.1 Multiple BSS

A BSS, Basic Service Set consists of all the devices associated with an IEEE 802.11 wireless

local area network (WLAN).

This section allows you to add up to 3 additional BSSIDs (Basic Service Set Identifiers) for

the 5GHz interface of the access point.

To save changes in the BSS list click the Apply button.

6.6 5G Security Settings

This page allows you to configure the Security Settings for the 5Ghz interface of the access

point.

Here are descriptions of every setup item:

Heading Description

Wireless Interface Select the interface that you want to configure from the

SSID or the BSSs you have added.

Security Mode Select the encryption supported over wireless access. The

encryption method can be Disabled/None, WPA-PSK,

WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK+WPA2-PSK.

Encryption Type There are three types of Cipher: TKIP, AES, TKIP+AES

Pass Phrase 8 to 63 alphanumerical characters.

6.7 5G WPS Settings

This page allows you to configure the WPS Settings for the 5Ghz interface of the access point.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup means that each time you want to set up a connection, there is no

need to select the encryption mode and enter the encryption password.

Heading Description

WPS Select to Enable/Disable WPS from the drop-down menu.

Configure Enrollee Select between via PBC (Push Button Control) and via PIN

(Personal Identification Number)

WPS Status Shows the current WPS status

Click the Activating WPS button to confirm your choice.

6.8 5G Air Time Management

This page allows you to configure the setting for Air Time Management of 5GHz Access Point.

6.8.1 5Ghz Air Time Management

This part shows the Statistics of BSS, Station or throughput.

Heading Description

Per BSS Statistics Displays each BSS’s statistics

Per Station Statistics Displays each Station’s statistics

Throughput Statistics Display all statistics

6.8.2 Configuration

This part allows you to set up the Air Time Management, select the Scheduler Algorithm

and whether to show throughput statistics or not.

Heading Description

Air Time Management Select to Enable/Disable Air Time Management from the

drop-down menu.

Scheduler Algorithm Select to No

Fairness(Round Robin)/Fairness/Weighted Fairness

Scheduler Algorithm from the drop-down menu,

No Fairness(Round Robin) :

The order will decide the transmission, so the longer the

device is connected, the longer the wait time.

Fairness:

Each device occupies the same transmission time.

Weighted Fairness :

According to the Weight you give will decide the priority of

transmission.

Show Throughput

Statistics Select to YES/NO to Show Throughput Statistics.

Click the Apply button to implement your changes.

6.8.3 Per BSS Weights

To save changes in the list click the Apply button.

6.8.4 Per Station Weights

This part allows you to configure each WiFi Station’s Weight from 0 to 100, the higher the

Weight you give, the more priority it has.

Heading Description

MAC Input the MAC address from the device which you want to

add on.

Name Input an ID for the station (Reserved)

Weight Set the Weights for Station from 0 to 100 by scrolling the

scroll or Input number.

Click the Add button to create the new entry. Click the Delete button to remove an entry.

Chapter 7 G.hn/Powerline Setup

7.1 Configure STATIC IP MODE

In static IP mode, you assign IP settings to your PC manually.

Follow these steps to configure your PC IP address to use subnet 10.10.1.x.

NOTE: The following procedure assumes you are running Windows XP. However, the

general steps involved are similar for most operating systems (OS). Check your

OS support documentation for further details.

STEP 1: From the Network Connections window, open Local Area Connection (You may also

access this screen by double-clicking the Local Area Connection icon on your

taskbar). Click the Properties button.

STEP 2: Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties button.

STEP 3: Change the IP address to the domain of 10.10.1x (70<x<255) with subnet mask of

255.255.255.0. The screen should now display as below.

STEP 4: Click OK to submit these settings.

7.2 Logging In

Perform the following steps to login to the web user interface.

STEP 1: Start the Internet browser and enter the default IP address for the device in the

Web address field. For example, if the default IP address is 10.10.0.69, type

http://10.10.0.69

STEP 2: A dialog box will appear, such as the one below. Input the default Authentication

Password.

Authentication Password: admin

Click OK to continue.

Note:

The Factory Reset password is: betera

7.3 G.hn Interface

7.3.1 Basic Configuration

 MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the device.

 Device ID Device ID of this node.

 Domain Name string of all nodes in the network.

 Force node Type force the modem to have a particular role (END POINT or DOMAIN

MASTER)

 G.hn profile of all nodes in the network: selecting which G.hn profile must be

applied to the network (PLC 50MHz, PLC 50MHz with MIMO, PLC 100MHz, COAX

100MHz and PHONE 100MHz).

7.3.2 NDIM Configuration

 NDIM mode set to Automatic for enabling automatic DOD selection functionality

and set to Manual for manual configuration of DOD.

 Domain ID (DOD) manually set the DOD number from 1 to 15 to use a different

preamble seed than the default 13.

7.3.3 Encryption Configuration via WEB UI

 Pairing Password used for authentication. Write a custom password to

manually create a secure domain.

Available Connections

 In this tab table, all the available G.hn connections are presented. Remote node

DID and MAC address, transmission and reception physical speeds.

7.4 IP Interface

7.4.1 IP config

In the IP configuration tab of one G.hn node, the IPv4 and IPv6 settings can be

read and changed.

IPv4 subsection:

 DHCPv4 enabled: in the case of choosing ”NO" IP configuration in the following

parameters, the IPv4 Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and DNS

should be configured; fill these fields in. In the case of choosing “YES” they will be

filled automatically when configuration is received from the DHCPv4 server.

 IPv4 address/netmask: IPv4 address / netmask of this device.

 Default Gateway: IPv4 gateway to connect the device to other LAN segments.

 DNS: Domain Name Server IP (IPV4).

 Additional address #1/2: additional fixed IPv4 addresses that will always

be configured at boot time.

IPv6 subsection:

 DCHPv6 enabled: in the case of choosing ”NO" IP configuration in the following

parameters, the IPv6 Address, prefix, Default Gateway and DNS should be configured;

fill these fields in. In the case of choosing “YES” they will be filled automatically

when configuration is received from the DHCPv6 server.

 IPv6 Address / prefix: IPv6 address / prefix of the device to read the node's DHCPv6

address in case the DHCPv6 is enabled.

 Default Gateway: IPv6 gateway to connect the node to other LAN segments.

 DNS: Domain Name Server IP (IPV6).

 Additional address #1/2/3/4: additional fixed IPv6 addresses that will always

be configured at boot time.

 IPv6 Link-Local Address: to read the node's Link Local address.

 IPv6 SLAAC address: IPv6 address, automatically obtained by means of the SLAAC

mechanism.

NTPv4/v6 subsection:

 NTPv4/v6 client enabled: Enable/disable NTP client.

 Resynchronization time: Configure re-synchronization interval time in minutes.

 NTP IPv4/v6 address: Hostname or IP (IPv4 or IPv6) of NTP server.

7.5 Ethernet Interface

The Ethernet table shows the coverage & Info of the Ethernet interface; including Interface,

Speed, Duplex, Interface Type, Mode, Internal PHY & Link.

Powersaving

Ethernet powersaving can be disabled, enabled by Ethernet link or enabled by Ethernet

activity; idle timer can be configured as well.

7.6 Device Interface

7.6.1 Hardware information

In this tab, basic information such as MAC Address and Serial Number of the selected node is

shown.

7.6.2 Software information

Shows the FW version and system uptime.

7.6.3 Security

The nodes in the network: to change the configuration password string from the default

("admin") to another; decided by the user.

7.6.4 SW update

Current loaded firmware version is shown. Any flash section can be upgraded; the first flash

section should be selected and after clicking on the "OK" button the corresponding file

should be chosen. Usually, a reboot should be performed afterwards to make sure

the changes are effective.

The protocol is by FTP client or TFTP client. L2 is proprietary and is reserved for future use.

7.6.5 HTTP SW update

STEP 1: Enter the path and filename of the firmware image file in the Software File Name

field or click the Browse button to locate the image file.

STEP 2: Click the OK button once to upload and install the file.

NOTE: The update process will take about 2 minutes to complete. The device will reboot

and the browser window will refresh to the default screen upon successful

installation. It is recommended that you compare the Software Version on the

Device Interface screen with the firmware version installed, to confirm the

installation was successful.

7.7 Multicast Interface

7.7.1 MCAST Configuration

In the MCAST Configuration tab of "My Network", IGMP snooping and MLD features can

be enabled or disabled. Also, IGMP multicast IP addresses ranges which the G.hn PLC

network will sniff; can be configured.

 IGMP Snooping: Enable or Disable.

 MLD Snooping: Enable or Disable.

 IGMP/MLD broadcast report (allowed): set to NO for enabling reports dropping

until the video source is detected, this is a recommended setting when IGMP/MLD is

enabled. Set to YES for broadcasting reports until the video source is detected; this

implies the multicast video stream is sent as broadcast and it is the

recommended state when IGMP/MLD is disabled.

IGMP Multicast ranges configuration: 4 multicast IP address ranges can

be configured defining the minimum and maximum IP addresses of each range. Only

multicast traffic within these ranges will be processed.

7.8 QoS menu

7.8.1 QoS Configuration

In the QoS configuration tab, the packet classifier can be managed to define a QoS rule for

incoming Ethernet traffic, and assign a priority to be used in the G.hn network. Press the

“Ok" button for loading the newly configured settings:

 QoS CRITERION: a general criterion can be chosen among "None" (no QoS),

"Custom" and "802.1p".

 Type of Frame: with this parameter the type of Ethernet traffic being transmitted by

the G.hn network should be selected. Based on this parameter, the internal offsets in

the system are adjusted. In the QoS tab, Ethernet frame offsets should be

set counting number as they appear in the sniffer SW (for instance, the same

field will be in a different position if normal Ethernet frames or 802.1Q tagged frames

exist).

 Packet detection 1: first packet detection rule can be configured (offset, bitmask

and pattern). Packets which accomplish it will be sent to the classification module.

 Packet detection 2: if second packet detection is also enabled, both, first

and second detection criteria must be accomplished to pass packets to

the classification module.

 Packet classification: up to 8 classification rules can be defined in this section for

packets which have previously been correctly detected. For 802.1p only priorities can

be managed, offset, bitmask and pattern are predefined to sniff the PCP field.

 Default priority: select default priority; which will be applied to

non classified incoming packets. Priority 7 is the highest. Priority 0 is the lowest.

Example

If QoS criterion: 802.1p, all other options are grayed out, and follow the QoS rules below.

According to G.9960 specs, the priority mapping recommended by [IEEE 802.1D] subclause

7.7.3 is presented in Table III.1. for four priority queues.

PCP Priority Acronym Traffic Types

1 0 (Third) BK Background

0 1 (lowest) BE Best Effort

2 2 (lowest) EE Excellent Effort

3 3 (Third) CA Critical Applications

4 4 (second) VI Video, < 100 ms latency and jitter

5 5 (second) VO Voice, < 10 ms latency and jitter

6 6 (highest) IC Internetwork Control

7 7 (highest) NC Network Control

In summary, the sequence of priority queue, (7,6) > (5,4) > (3,0) > (2,1)

7.9 VLAN Interface

7.9.1 VLAN Configuration

In the VLAN Configuration tab of one G.hn node, a VLAN tag can be added or removed per

interface. Also, removing a tag at egress per interface can be also enabled or disabled:

 Enable VLAN Configuration: Select No from the drop down menu to

disable completely the VLAN functionality, removing all tags.

 Set Port as VLAN Trunk: Select Yes from the drop down menu for the ports that

you want to set as VLAN Trunk ports.

 Ingress/Egress tag: A tag value (from 1 to 4095) per interface can be added in this

section. Set value to 0 for no tagging.

7.10 G.hn spectrum Interface

7.10.1 Notches

In this tab a table with all configured Notches of selected node will be shown. The table

is composed of next columns for every notch: Notch Number, Type of notch, Start Frequency

(KHz), Stop Frequency (KHz), Depth (in dB).

The first 13 notches (Regulation) are Read Only, RO, in the system and they can be neither

removed nor modified. The next 40 notches (Vendor) are defined by the vendor using SDK

and they are also RO. The last 10 notches (User) are R/W and they can be added/removed by

user using this tool.

To add new notches the user should fill the "Add a new User Notch" fields, setting Start

and Stop frequencies in KHz and depth in dB of notch and then press the "Ok" button. They

will be added in first User free position from number 0 to 9. (If successful, you can see a

record in the Type column)

To remove a User Notch, the "Remove a User Notch" section should be used, setting notch

number to be removed from 0 to 9 and pressing the "Ok" button.

7.11 Log file Interface

7.11.1 Log File

In the Log File configuration the following settings can be read, and changed by clicking on

the corresponding "OK" button for the selected node:

 Enable Log File set to YES for enabling Log File functionality in the node and set to

NO for disabling it.

 Data Capture Interval sets the interval of time in seconds to capture data.

 FTP Server URL configures the url for the remote FTP server where the files will be

uploaded.

 FTP Server Login configures the user for the FTP server.

 FTP Server Password configures the password for the FTP server.

 Upload to Server Interval sets the interval of time in minutes to

send the captured file to the remote server.

7.12 Advanced Interface

Broadcast suppression :In this tab the broadcast suppression feature can be managed.

Broadcast traffic higher than the selected value will be dropped.

Hardware Reset: Click on this button to perform a reboot in the node.

Factory Reset: Input the password: betera and click the OK button to perform a factory

reset. The current configuration will be lost.

Chapter 8 CLI commands for TR069 settings

via Telnet

A system reboot is required for new settings.

 ACS URL settings,

nvram_set 2860 TR069URL [http://domain or IP/string]

For example:

nvram_set 2860 TR069URL http://220.128.128.235/cpe/?pd128

Display the current settings,

nvram_get 2860 TR069URL

 ACS username,

nvram_set 2860 TR069Username [username]

For Example:

nvram_set 2860 TR069Username comtrend

Display the current settings,

nvram_get 2860 TR069Username

 ACS password,

nvram_set 2860 TR069Password [password]

For example:

nvram_set 2860 TR069Password comtrend

Display the current settings,

nvram_get 2860 TR069Password

 Periodic interval in seconds.

nvram_set 2860 TR069InformInterval [seconds]

For example:

nvram_set 2860 TR069InformInterval 3600

Display the current settings,

nvram_get 2860 TR069InformInterval

FCC Statement:

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant

to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. 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 is restricted for indoor use.

For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of

other channels is not possible.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

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.

IC Statement:

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts

de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire

de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si

le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of

other channels is not possible.

Pour les produits disponibles aux États-Unis / Canada du marché, seul le canal 1 à 11 peuvent être

exploités. Sélection d'autres canaux n'est pas possible.

This radio transmitter (4013A-PG9172AC) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the

antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in

this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use

with this device.

Le présent émetteur radio (4013A-PG9172AC) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner

avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal d'antenne. Les types

d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont

strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.

Ant. Brand Holder Model Name Antenna Type Connector Gain (dBi)

2.4GHz 5GHz

1 Master Wave Technology

Co., Ltd. 502219-293 Dipole Antenna I-PEX 2.41 3.80

2 Master Wave Technology

Co., Ltd. 502219-292 Dipole Antenna I-PEX 2.31 3.62

The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for

harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.

les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une

utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites

mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux.

The maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the

equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non-point-to-point operation

as appropriate.

le gain maximal d’antenne permis (pour les dispositifs utilisant la bande 5725-5850 MHz)

doit se conformer à la limite de p.i.r.e. spécifiée pour l’exploitation point à point et non point à point,

selon le cas.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

IC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 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.

Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un

environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de

distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.

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