Contec DS540-APDLAP Wireless LAN Access Point User Manual

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LAN-HELPER
IEEE802.11a/g conform
54Mbps wireless LAN Micro Access Point
FX-DS540-APDL-U
User’s Manual
CONTEC CO.,LTD.
Check Your Package
Thank you for purchasing the CONTEC product.
The product consists of the items listed below.
Check, with the following list, that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items,
contact your retailer.
Product Configuration List
Main unit …1
AC adapter(Cable length1.5m) …1
Sheet metal for securing DC jack …1
Cross cable(Cable length1.5m) …1
Tapping screws …2
Rubber feet …4
External-toothed screw (Used for grounding via the ground terminal) …1
Magnet (for mounting on metallic surfaces) …2
Installation diagram (Used when the main unit is installed) …1
This User’s Manual (this booklet) …1
WL
PO
Main Unit
Tapping screws × 2
AC Adapter
Sheet metal
(Cable length1.5m) for securing DC jack
Rubber feet × 4
Cross cable
(Cable length1.5m)
External-toothed screw
(Used for grounding via the ground terminal)
User's Manual
Installation
diagram
Magnet
(for mounting on metal surfaces) × 2
This User's Manual
Installation diagram
(This booklet)
(Used when the main unit is installed)
FX-DS540-APDL-U
Copyright
Copyright 2003 CONTEC CO., LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written
consent of CONTEC CO., LTD.
CONTEC CO., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep current the information contained in this
document. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
All relevant issues have been considered in the preparation of this document. Should you notice an
omission or any questionable item in this document, please feel free to notify CONTEC CO., LTD.
Regardless of the foregoing statement, CONTEC assumes no responsibility for any errors that may
appear in this document or for results obtained by the user as a result of using this product.
Trademarks
FLEXLAN is a registered trademark or trademark of CONTEC CO., LTD.
MS, Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
Netscape Navigator is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications.
Other names of companies and products used in this document trademarks or registered trademarks of
the related companies. This document does not use the symbols ™, ®, © etc.
Terminology/Abbreviations
CAUTION
In this manual, the FX-DS540-APDL-U is used in place of FX-DS540-APDL-U for convenience.
The following terms and abbreviations are used in this manual for convenience.
Full term
FX-DS540-APDL-U
Term used in this manual
FX-DS540-APDL-U
FX-DS540-APW-U
FX-DS540-APW
FX-DS540-PCD-U
FX-DS540-PCD
FX-DS540-APDL-U,
Access point / AP
FX-DS540-AP,
FX-DS540-APP,
FX-DS540-APW,
FX-DS540-APL,
FX-DS110-APE,
FX-DS110-APL
Each access point on the above
A device with the wireless
User unit / Wireless
function
terminal
Personal computer
PC
User unit
UU
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Table of Contents
Check Your Package............................................................................................................................ i
Copyright ............................................................................................................................................ ii
Trademarks ......................................................................................................................................... ii
Terminology/Abbreviations......................................................................................................... ii
Table of Contents............................................................................................................................... iii
1.
BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT
About the FX-DS540-APDL-U.......................................................................................................... 1
Features ........................................................................................................................................ 1
Outline of the FLEXLAN-DS540 series ............................................................................................ 2
Features of the FLEXLAN-DS540 series.................................................................................... 2
Introduction to the FLEXLAN DS540 Series ............................................................................. 4
Customer Support ............................................................................................................................... 5
Web Site....................................................................................................................................... 5
Limited One-Year Warranty............................................................................................................... 5
How to Obtain Service ....................................................................................................................... 5
Liability............................................................................................................................................... 5
Safety Precautions .............................................................................................................................. 6
Safety Information ....................................................................................................................... 6
Precautions for Use...................................................................................................................... 6
Precautions Related to Service .................................................................................................... 6
Notes on Radio Interface ............................................................................................................. 6
Precautions Related to Electromagnetic Interference ................................................................. 7
Handling Precautions................................................................................................................... 8
Environment................................................................................................................................. 9
Inspection..................................................................................................................................... 9
Storage ......................................................................................................................................... 9
2.
FUNCTIONS AND WIRELESS LINK MODE
11
Roaming Function ............................................................................................................................ 11
IP Tunneling Function (To be supported in the near future) ........................................................... 13
MAC Address Filtering .................................................................................................................... 14
Bridge Packet Control ...................................................................................................................... 15
Wireless Link Mode Descriptions .................................................................................................... 16
Standard Infrastructure Mode.................................................................................................... 16
Compatible Infrastructure Mode ............................................................................................... 17
Advanced Infrastructure Mode .................................................................................................. 18
Wireless Link Mode and Communications ............................................................................... 19
Comparison of Main Functions ................................................................................................. 20
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3.
SETUP
23
Component Locations ....................................................................................................................... 23
Checking the Network Addresses..................................................................................................... 25
Setup ................................................................................................................................................. 26
Wall Installation......................................................................................................................... 26
Attaching Using a Magnet ......................................................................................................... 27
Table Top Installation................................................................................................................ 28
Cable Installation .............................................................................................................................. 29
Network Cable Installation ........................................................................................................ 29
Power Supply Connection ......................................................................................................... 30
Ground the FX-DS540-APDL-U............................................................................................... 31
Securing the DC jack ................................................................................................................. 31
Installation in a Network .................................................................................................................. 32
Features of the Wireless Network ............................................................................................. 32
Operating Environment and Radio Waves ................................................................................ 33
Constructing a Network ............................................................................................................. 34
4.
SETUP PREPARATION
37
Setup Methods .................................................................................................................................. 37
Setup Using a Web Browser............................................................................................................. 38
Connecting to the Web Browser PC.......................................................................................... 39
Connecting to an FX-DS540-APDL-U ..................................................................................... 39
Setup Using TELNET....................................................................................................................... 40
Connecting to an FX-DS540-APDL-U ..................................................................................... 40
TELNET Key Operation............................................................................................................ 42
Explanation of Top Menu and IP Settings ................................................................................ 43
5.
SETUP AND STATUS DISPLAY
45
Setup Item List.................................................................................................................................. 45
Settings.............................................................................................................................................. 48
Basic setting ............................................................................................................................... 48
Ethernet ...................................................................................................................................... 49
Wireless LAN ............................................................................................................................ 49
IEEE802.1X ............................................................................................................................... 55
Extensions .................................................................................................................................. 55
SNMP......................................................................................................................................... 56
Log function............................................................................................................................... 58
Status display .................................................................................................................................... 59
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MEINTENANCE
61
Maintenance Tool ............................................................................................................................. 61
Log File Collection ........................................................................................................................... 61
Using FTP to Get the Log File .................................................................................................. 61
Saving the Settings File .................................................................................................................... 62
Using FTP to Backup the Settings File ..................................................................................... 62
Restoring the Software Settings ....................................................................................................... 63
Using FTP to Restore the Settings ............................................................................................ 63
Upgrading the Firmware................................................................................................................... 64
Performing an Upgrade Using FTP ........................................................................................... 64
Performing an Update Using a Web Browser ........................................................................... 64
7.
TROUBLESHOOTING
65
When Communication Fails ...................................................................................................... 65
When You Cannot Perform Setup Using a Browser ................................................................. 66
When the AP Will Not Start ...................................................................................................... 66
8.
APPECDIX
67
Factory Default Settings List............................................................................................................ 67
Hardware Setup.......................................................................................................................... 67
Initial setup ................................................................................................................................ 67
Setup / Status Items list .................................................................................................................... 71
WWW brouser ........................................................................................................................... 71
Terminal..................................................................................................................................... 72
Product Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 74
Physical Specifications .............................................................................................................. 74
Software Specifications ............................................................................................................. 75
Environmental Specifications for Installing the FX-DS540-APDL-U ..................................... 75
External Dimensions.................................................................................................................. 76
LEDs ................................................................................................................................................. 77
During Normal Operation.......................................................................................................... 77
Others......................................................................................................................................... 78
Input/Output Interface ...................................................................................................................... 78
Pin Assignment for UTP Port.................................................................................................... 78
Comparison to FLEXLAN DS110 series terminology .................................................................... 79
Glossary ............................................................................................................................................ 80
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1. Before Using the Product
1. Before Using the Product
This chapter provides information you should know before using the FX-DS540-APDL-U.
About the FX-DS540-APDL-U
The FX-DS540-APDL-U is a wireless LAN Access point. It conforms to the wireless LAN standard
specification IEEE802.11a/IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g. The FX-DS540-APDL-U operates in the
5 or 2.4-GHz radio frequency band.
The FX-D540-APDL enables high-speed communication at up to 54 Mbps and is suitable for
constructing 54 Mbs wireless LAN when used in combination with the Contec user unit
[FX-DS540-PCD, FX-DS540-PCC, FX-DS540-PCC2] confirmed to IEEE802.11a or
[FX-DS110-PCC, FX-DS110-PCC2] confirmed to IEEE802.11b.
While inheriting the proprietary functions highly evaluated mainly by corporate users, such as those for
IP tunneling and roaming, the FX-D540-APDL supports data rates of up to 54 Mbps and the 64-, 128-,
and 152-bit versions of WEP to provide higher security. It also supports WSL (proprietary encryption),
IEEE802.1X (EAP-TLS), ESS ID concealing, and ANY ID rejection as well.
Be sure to read it carefully so that you can use the product correctly.
The FLEXLAN DS540 series employs a wireless LAN chip manufactured by Atheros Communications
Inc. The main board, firmware, and enhancements are developed by CONTEC based on its abundant
experience and technical skills in LAN.
Features
It conforms to IEEE802.11a/b/g standard IEEE802.11a/IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g and you can
select the wireless Lan standard for the various purpose of constructing a network. Capable of
effectively using existing wireless network resources.
Compact housing with internal antenna (for diversity), saving space for installation.
A single unit of FX-DS540-APDL-U accepts log-in from up to 254 stations.
Easy configuration and management using a WWW browser. Assorted maintenance methods are
available to different systems and applications, including FTP commands, TELNET.
IP tunneling feature integrated, enabling communication even at a roaming destination beyond the
router without making any changes to network configuration.
Various securities -- MAC address filtering, IEEE802.1X, ESS ID concealing and ANY ID rejection
as well as WEP(64, 128, 152bit) – integrated, enabling to provide the robust security.
SNMP agent feature integrated, enabling network management using SNMP supported network
management software (such as CONTEC SNMPc). MIBII and private MIB are supported.
The FX-DS540-APDL-U can be powered via a network cable when using the power supply unit
POW-CB20 or POW-CBM4.
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Outline of the FLEXLAN-DS540 series
The FLEXLAN DS540 series is a wireless LAN devices adopting 5GHz band OFDM, which has the
following features.
Features of the FLEXLAN-DS540 series
It conforms to IEEE802.11a/b/g standard(Lisence is not needed).
The FLEXLAN DS540 series corresponds to the wireless LAN standard IEEE802.11 a/b/g and you can
select the wireless Lan standard for the various purpose of constructing a network.
IEEE802.11a can coustruct the 5 GHz band wireless network with high-speed and less radio interference.
The 5 GH band wireless LAN provides a clearer radio communications environment than the 2.4 GHz
band wireless LAN.
IEEE802.11g allows you to construct a 2.4-GHz band wireless network compatible with IEEE802.11b
remaining popular so far. The network conforming to this standard can utilize resources of existing
IEEE802.11b compliant products, accepting smooth migration from an IEEE802.11b wireless LAN.
The FLEXLAN DS540 series is classified as “radio equipment for a radio station in a low-power data
communications system” defined in the Wireless Telegraphy Act, requiring no radio transmission
license
Connection-able access point
Series
DS540 Series
Type
FX-DS540-APW
Description
Access point which conforms to IEEE802.11a/b/g and corresponds to Dual
band.
DS110 Series
FX-DS540-APDL-
Microsoft access point which conforms to IEEE802.11a/b/g and corresponds to
Dual band.
FX-DS540-AP
Access point which conforms to IEEE802.11a.
FX-DS540-APP
Access point which confirms to IEEE802.11a
FX-DS540-APL
Microsoft access point which confirms to IEEE802.11a
FX-DS110-APE
Access point which confirms to IEEE802.11b.
FX-DS110-APL
Microsoft access point which confirms to IEEE802.11b.
Data transfer rate of 54 Mbps
IEEE802.11a/IEEE802.11g switches its data rate automatically to 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, or 6 Mbps
depending on the radio conditions.
Robust security provided
The FLEXLAN DS540 series supports the 64-, 128, and 152-bit types of WEP(RC4). Using WEP in
combination with WSL (Wireless Security Link with a proprietary cryptography) provides more robust
security. WEP can be used single-handedly, too. The FLEXLAN DS540 series will also support
IEEE802.1X(EAP-TLS) specifying the latest protocol for security.
Capable of interconnection with a Wi-Fi compliant wireless LAN device
The FLEXLAN DS540 series can communicate, using basic features, with a Wi-Fi compliant device such as a
non-FLEXLAN wireless LAN card, wireless LAN integrated notebook PC. With this feature, you can get the
most out of wireless LAN resources.
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Note!
This feature does not guarantee the connection of the FX-DS540-PCD to all of Wi-Fi
compliant devices. Enhancements such as IP tunneling can be used with a product other than the
FLEXLAN series.
Multi-channel support
Thirteen channels (channels 36, 40, 44, 48, 149, 153, 157, 161) for IEEE802.11a and eleven channels
(channels from 1 to 11) for IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g can be used at the same time. Using different
channels for wireless networks adjacent to each other prevents radio interference and improves the
throughput of either network.
IP tunneling function
Even when a wireless terminal with a fixed IP address assigned moves to (roam) a segment different in
IP beyond the router, you can continue communication without making changes to settings.
Station feature
Two wired LANs can be interconnected between an access point and a station.
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Introduction to the FLEXLAN DS540 Series
User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2)
The user unit corresponds to the LAN card for a wired LAN; it is plugged into a PC for use.
There is the user unit FX-DS540-PCC/PCC2 conformed to IEEE802.11a.
WIRELESS LAN CARD
FX-DS540-PCC /
FX-DS540-PCC2
Figure 1.1. User unit
User unit (FX-DS540-PCD)
There is the user unit FX-DS540-PCD conformed to IEEE802.11a/b/g.
WIRELESS LAN CARD
FX-DS540-PCD
Figure 1.2. User unit
Access point (FX-DS540-APW/AP/APP/APDL/APL)
The access point is used to manage the wireless network, relay messages, and serve as the bridge to a
wired LAN.
FX-DS540-APW/APP
FX-DS540-AP
WLAN
LAN
POWER
FX-DS540-APDL/APL
Figure 1.3. Access point
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1. Before Using the Product
Customer Support
CONTEC provides the following support services for you to use CONTEC products more efficiently and
comfortably.
Web Site
Japanese
English
Chinese
http://www.contec.co.jp/
http://www.contec.com/
http://www.contec.com.cn/
Latest product information
CONTEC provides up-to-date information on products.
CONTEC also provides product manuals and various technical documents in the PDF.
Free download
You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in
several languages.
Note! For product information
Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price,
delivery time, or estimate information.
Limited One-Year Warranty
CONTEC products are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD. to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for up to one year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
Repair will be free of charge only when this device is returned freight prepaid with a copy of the original
invoice and a Return Merchandise Authorization to the distributor or the CONTEC group office, from
which it was purchased.
This warranty is not applicable for scratches or normal wear, but only for the electronic circuitry and
original products. The warranty is not applicable if the device has been tampered with or damaged
through abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or unreasonable use, or if the original invoice is not included, in
which case repairs will be considered beyond the warranty policy.
How to Obtain Service
For replacement or repair, return the device freight prepaid, with a copy of the original invoice. Please
obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA) from the CONTEC group office where you
purchased before returning any product.
No product will be accepted by CONTEC group without the RMA number.
Liability
The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product. In no event will the warrantor
be liable for any incidental or consequential damages due to such defect or consequences that arise from
inexperienced usage, misuse, or malfunction of this device.
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Safety Precautions
Understand the following definitions and precautions to use the product safely.
Safety Information
This document provides safety information using the following symbols to prevent accidents resulting in
injury or death and the destruction of equipment and resources. Understand the meanings of these labels
to operate the equipment safely.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage.
Precautions for Use
This product is classified as "wireless equipment for stations of low-power data transmissions systems"
under the Wireless Telegraphy Act, and does not require a radio transmission license. The law prohibits
modification of the interior of this product.
Precautions Related to Service
Clean this product by wiping lightly with a soft cloth moistened with water or a cleaning solution.
Take care to avoid the use of benzene, thinners or other volatile solutions which may cause deformation
or discoloration.
Notes on Radio Interface
The 2.4 GHz band used by this product covers the operating frequencies of mobile-identification local
radio stations (requiring the license), specific low-power radio stations (requiring no license) and
amateur wireless stations (requiring the license) as well as industrial, scinetific, and medical equipment
such as microwave ovens.
1.
Before using this product, make sure that there is no mobile-identification local radio station,
specific low-power radio station and amateur wireless station operating near the product.
2.
If the product should cause radio interface with any mobil-identification local radio station or
specific low-power radio station, immediately change the operating frequency to avoid the radio
interface.
3.
Contact your local retailer or CONTEC if the product has trouble such as recurrent radio interface
with mobile-identification local radio stations or specific low-power radio stations.
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Precautions Related to Electromagnetic Interference
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 equipment complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Handling Precautions
DANGER
Do not use the product where it is exposed to flammable or corrosive gas. Doing so may result in an
explosion, fire, electric shock, or failure.
CAUTION
This product contains precision electronic elements and must not be used in locations subject to
physical shock or strong vibration.
Otherwise, the board may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.
Do not use or store this device in high temperature or low temperature surroundings, or do not
expose it to extreme temperature changes.
Otherwise, the board may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.
Do not use or store this device where it is exposed to direct sunlight or near stoves or other sources
of heat. Otherwise, the board may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.
Do not use or store this device near strong magnetic fields or devices emitting electromagnetic
radiation. Otherwise, the board may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure.
If an unusual smell or overheat is noticed, unplug the power cable immediately.
Be careful not to let the external supply voltage or drive current exceed the rating.
Do no place an object that blocks ventilation slits on top of this product or on its sides.
The specifications of this product are subject to change without notice for enhancement and quality
improvement.
Even when using the product continuously, be sure to read the manual and understand the contents.
Do not attempt to modify this device. The manufacturer will bear no responsibility whatsoever for
the device if it has been modified.
Regardless of the foregoing statements, CONTEC is not liable for any damages whatsoever
(including damages for loss of business profits) arising out of the use or inability to use this
CONTEC product or the information contained herein.
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Environment
Use this product in the following environment. If used in an unauthorized environment, the board may
overheat, malfunction, or cause a failure.
Operating temperature
0 to 50ºC
Humidity
10 to 90%RH (No condensation)
Corrosive gases
None
Floating dust particles
Not to be excessive
Inspection
Inspect the product periodically as follows to use it safely.
WLAN
LAN
POWER
- The ventilation slits
are not covered, and neither
dust nor alien substance is
attached to the ventilation slits
- Check that the connector
of the unit and its cable have
been plugged correctly.
Storage
When storing this product, keep it in its original packing form.
(1) Wrap it in the packing material, then put it in the box.
(2) Store the package at room temperature at a place free from direct sunlight, moisture, shock,
vibration, magnetism, and static electricity.
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2. Functions and Wireless Link Mode
2. Functions and Wireless Link Mode
This chapter describes the major functions of the FLEXLAN DS540 series as a wireless LAN system and
the wireless link modes of the FX-D540-APDL along with configuration examples of networks available
in the wireless link modes.
Roaming Function
The roaming function maintains the connection to the LAN by automatically changing the access point
to which the user unit is connected when the unit moves. If access points are positioned so as to cover
the entire area where the wireless LAN is to be available, the user unit can be used from anywhere.
When the wireless link mode of a FLEXLAN-DS540 user unit is “Standard Infrastructure” or “Compatible
Infrastructure”, it is designed to continuously monitor the AP (access point) signal strength and change to
the AP that provides the most reliable communications.
In the following example, the signals from the APs do not cover the entire range in which the mobile
station UU1 moves and therefore the connection to the wired LAN is lost when UU1 is in position (2).
AP1
UU1
OK
WL
(1)
PO
UU1
NG
(2)
WL
PO
AP3
UU1
OK
(3)
AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
UU : User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2)
Figure 2.1. Roaming Function 1
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2. Functions and Wireless Link Mode
With the addition of an extra AP, however, the mobile station can now continue communications
seamlessly.
AP1
UU1
OK
WL
PO
(1)
AP2
WLAN
LAN
POWER
UU1
OK
(2)
AP3
WL
PO
UU1
OK
(3)
AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
UU : User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2)
Figure 2.2. Roaming Function 2
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2. Functions and Wireless Link Mode
IP Tunneling Function (To be supported in the near future)
In TCP/IP, packets belonging to different network groups cannot normally be used. However, a
technique called tunneling or IP tunnel technology can be used to temporarily modify packets belonging
to different network groups so that they can be used. This technique can enable user units to
communicate with the wired LAN as usual even when connected via an AP from a different network
group.
The following example shows how user unit UU1, which belongs to network group A, can connect via a
router to terminal PC1, also in network group A, despite UU1 being connected to the LAN via AP2
which belongs to network group B.
Router
Network A
AP1
Router
Network B
AP2
WLAN
W LAN
LAN
LAN
POWER
POW ER
To PC1
data is
PC1
transmitted.
UU1
Roaming beyond router
Moves
UU1
AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
UU : User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2)
Figure 2.3. IP Tunneling Function
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2. Functions and Wireless Link Mode
MAC Address Filtering
MAC address filtering is the function to permit only the user units whose MAC address has been
registered for an AP to log in to the AP. Using this function can reject an attempt to log in to an AP by
an unidentified user unit not registered in the AP.
Figure 2.4 shows a sample image of connections under control of MAC address filtering. The example
assumes that the MAC addresses of UU1 and UU2 are registered in the MAC address filtering list for the
AP while UU3’s MAC address is not registered in the list. In this case, UU1 and UU2 can log in to the
AP but UU3 cannot. To permit UU3 to log in to the AP, the AP’s administrator has to add the UU3’s
MAC address to the MAC address filtering list for that AP.
Registered MAC
addresses
Network A
UU1
UU2
AP
WL
PO
UU3
UU1
UU2
AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
UU : User unit(FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2)
Figure 2.4. MAC address filtering
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2. Functions and Wireless Link Mode
Bridge Packet Control
Bridge packet control is the function that allows an AP to pass only data from those network devices
whose MAC address has been registered for the AP to its clients. Using this function can restrict
communication between user units.
Figure 2.5 shows a sample image of connecting under bridge packet control. The example assumes that,
for bridge packet control, only the MAC address of the router is registered in AP1 and AP2. In this case,
UU1, UU2, and UU3 can exchange data with the external network through the router while they cannot
communicate with one another. When the router is connected to the Internet, UU1, UU2, and UU3 can
access the Internet while they cannot communicate directly with each other.
Router
AP2
AP1
WL AN
WL AN
L AN
L AN
P OWE R
POWE R
UU1
UU2
UU3
AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
UU : User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2)
Figure 2.5. Bridge Packet Control (with MAC address registered)
If the bridge packet control list for the AP contains no entry with the bridge packet control function enabled,
communication is unconditionally permitted between a wired unit and a wireless unit but rejected between
wireless units.
When the bridge packet control list for AP1 and AP2 contains no entry in the above example, UU2 and
UU3 can communicate with each other via AP1 and AP2 while UU1 and UU2 cannot.
Bridge packet control is suitable for a wireless LAN constructed in a public space.
Router
AP2
AP1
WL AN
WL AN
L AN
L AN
P OWE R
UU1
POWE R
UU2
UU3
AP : Access point (FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
UU : User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2)
Figure 2.6. Bridge Packet Control (with MAC address not registered)
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Wireless Link Mode Descriptions
The AP has three wireless link modes. The available functions and network configurations differ
depending on the mode. Use the wireless link mode most suitable to the type of network you are
constructing. The factory default setting is simple mode. Chapters 4 and 5 describe the software setting
procedures for the wireless link modes and related items.
Standard Infrastructure Mode
In this mode, each access point (AP) can accommodate user units (stations) to make up a network.
This mode allows the use of multiple AP's to configure wide-area wireless LAN's. All communication
between wireless terminals must go through an AP.
Network A
Network B
Router
POW
ER
ON
OFF
1 MOD EM/TE RMINA L
2 RSSI
3 CH ANN EL 1
4 CH ANN EL 2
5 IN IT
MG MT
WLIN K
WTX/WRX
1 0 /1 0 0M
LIN K/ACT
FD X/C OL
AP2
WLAN
L AN
POWE R
FS
AP1
AP : Unit type AP (FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
ST :Unit type station (FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
UU : User unit (FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2)
FS : File server
: Wireless connection
: Wired connection
WLAN
L AN
POWE R
UU1
ST3
WLAN
LAN
WL AN
LAN
POWER
HUB
POW ER
ST2
ST1
Note : An AP operating as a station has the same status as a user unit, as an AP managed
by (logged in with) an AP.
Figure 2.7. Standard Infrastructure Mode
In the above standard infrastructure mode, all wireless terminals communicate via unit type APs.
Roaming functions are supported, allowing logged in on any unit type AP.
For IP tunneling to work correctly, one of the APs must be setup as the master AP (See “Setting Item
List” in Chapter 5).
Advantages
(1) Capable of accommodating APs as stations.
(2) If the IP tunneling function is used, communication can continue via different routers without
needing to change IP address.
(3) Allows log-in restrictions on unit type AP's (security function).
(4) Capable of improving security based on WSL (Wireless Security Link)
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Compatible Infrastructure Mode
This mode allows the FX-DS540-APW to be networked with other manufacturers’ Wi-Fi certified
wireless terminals other than the CONTEC’s FLEXLAN series. Communications between the wireless
terminals are always made via the APs.
CAUTION
The Compatible Infrastructure mode does not guarantee interconnection with Wi-Fi compliant
products of other manufacturers.
Network A
AP
WLAN
LAN
POWER
FS
AP : Unit type AP (FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
ST : Unit type station (FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
UU1 : User unit (wireless system card of the other companion for Wi-Fi)
UU2 : User unit(FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2)
FS : File server
: Wireless connection
: Wired connection
WLAN
LAN
POWER
ST
UU1
UU2
PC
Figure 2.8. Compatible Infrastructure Mode
In the Compatible Infrastructure mode, each wireless terminal performs communication via the AP as in
the Standard Infrastructure mode. As the roaming function is supported, the wireless terminal can log in
to any unit type AP within the coverage.
The unit type AP does not provide FX-DS540-APDL-U’s unique features as it works as a simple bridge.
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Advanced Infrastructure Mode
The Advanced Infrastructure mode is a mixture of the Standard Infrastructure and Compatible
Infrastructure modes.
AP : Unit type AP(FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
Network A
ST : Unit type station(FX-DS540-APDL/APL)
UU1 : User unit(wireless system card of the other companion for Wi-Fi)
AP
UU2 : User unit(FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2)
WL A N
LA N
P OW ER
FS
FS : File server
: Wireless connection
: Wired connection
UU1
UU2
WL A N
L AN
P OW E R
W LA N
L AN
P OWE R
ST1
ST2
HUB
Networ B
Note : An AP operating as a station has the same status as a user unit, as an AP managed
by (logged in with) an AP.
Figure 2.9. Advanced Infrastructure Mode
The terminal set to the Standard Infrastructure mode can use the FX-DS540-APDL-U’s unique features.
The terminal set to the Compatible Infrastructure mode serves as a simple bridge and thus cannot use the
FX-DS540-APDL-U’s unique features.
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Wireless Link Mode and Communications
The table below shows which wireless terminals can communicate with each other depending on the
operating mode of the AP and user unit.
[Table notation and notes]
1.
UU stands for “user unit”.
2.
AP⇔UU indicates communications between a unit type AP and user unit.
3.
ST indicates an “AP managed by (logged in to) another AP” which operates in the same way as a
user unit. See Chapter 5 for details of the setup procedure.
Table 2.1. Wireless Link Mode and Communications
AP Wireless Link Mode
Terminal able to communicate
AP⇔UU
AP⇔ST
Standard Infrastructure
Compatible Infrastructure
×
Advanced Infrastructure
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Comparison of Main Functions
The FX-DS540-APDL-U has three wireless link modes. The available functions are different for each
mode. The following shows a table of the relationship between the operating modes and main functions
and gives a brief explanation of each function.
Table 2.2. Comparison of Main Functions
Standard
Compatible
Advanced
Infrastructure mode
Infrastructure mode
Infrastructure mode
Roaming
IP Tunneling
O *2
O *1
Station AP connection
×
SNMP
Setting item
Log collection function
MAC address Filtering
Bridge Packet Control
Data encryption (WSL)
×
O *1
Data encryption (WEP)
IEEE802.1x(EAP-TLS)
*1 Not available between the devices in Compatible Infrastructure mode
*2 When compatible infrastructure mode, PC which is capable of connecting to the station AP is 1 unit.
Roaming
The roaming function which allows mobile user units to switch log-in between multiple APs can only be
used. Roaming can be used to construct large scale wireless LANs.
IP tunneling
This function modifies the IP address so that units can connect to the desired network group even via.
It can be used in the Advanced Infrastructure and Standard Infrastructure modes.
Station AP connection
A station (unit type ST) indicates an AP managed (logged in) by another AP; it is used to serve as a
bridge.
SNMP
This function enables remote management by software that supports SNMP. Available in all modes.
Log collection function
This function lists the wireless terminals logged in to the AP and collects times and other event
information. See Chapter 6 for details.
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MAC address filtering
This function enables connection of only the terminals whose MAC address has been registered.
Bridge Packet Control
This function allows the AP to pass only that data to terminals which comes from network devices
having a registered MAC address. Communication between wireless terminals can be rejected when
their MAC addresses are unregistered.
Data encryption
This function encrypts wireless data. For encryption, three security protocols are available: WSL
(Wireless Security Link: proprietary cryptography), WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) and AES. WSL
and WEP or WSL and AES can be used at the same time. Note, however, that devices using WSL and
those not using it cannot communication with each other.
IEEE802.1X(EAP-TLS)
This function performs authentication using digital certificates. After authentication, the AP
dynamically broadcasts the WEP key.
The function of IEEE802.1X cannot be used when the unit type of the AP is “station”.
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3. Setup
This chapter describes how to install the AP and points to note when installing.
Component Locations
Front
Side
WLAN
LAN
LED
POWER
Ground terminal
Power plug
Ventilation slits
UTP
UTP connector
DIP switch
Notes : Not cover the ventilation slits because of misoperation caused by overheating.
Figure 3.1. Component Locations
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LED indicator
Three LEDs indicate the user unit connection, transmission/reception, power supply, and wired LAN
connection status.
Table 3.1. LED Display during Normal Operation
Name
State
On
POWER
Flashing
On
LAN
Flashing
Off
On
WLAN
Off
Indicator
Indicates that the device is operating.
Indicates that the device is being started (going to operate after the power
switch was turned on).
Indicates that a wired LAN has been connected.
Indicates the sending / receiving state between the terminal and data
connected by the wired LAN.
Indicates that a wired LAN has been unconnected.
Indicates that a user unit has been logged in (With access point).
Indicates that a user unit has not been logged in access point (With station).
Indicates that a user unit has not been logged in (With access point).
Indicates that a user unit has not been logged in access point (With station).
Flashing Indicates that a user unit has not been logged in.
DIP switches
The DIP switches are used to initialize the AP and select the IP-less mode.
Table 3.2. DIP Switches
ON
OFF
Indicator
Used to initialize the AP.
Turning on this switch makes the LED of POWER,
LAN, WLAN blink.
INIT
Turning this DIP switch off before (about 3 seconds)
staying illuminated from being blinking resets all the
AP’s settings to their factory defaults the next time
the AP is started.
Turning this switch on, operating can be done without
IP LESS
setting the IP address on the AP
In this time, you cannot use the setup by WWW
browser or SNMP agent function.
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Connectors
Table 3.3. Connectors
Item
UTP 10/100M
Operation / function
Connects to a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX LAN.
Ground terminal Grounds the AP via the ground terminal.
Power supply
3.3VDC power supply input jack. Supply the power with this connector
jack
when using the bundled AC adapter.
- Power supply plug
- Standard : EIAJ RC-5320A Voltage category 2
- Polarity : Outside terminal is negative (-) and center terminal is
positive (+)
- Plug diameter : 4.0mm (external diameter), 1.7mm (internal
diameter)
CAUTION
Use either the AC power supply or DC power supply on the FX-DS540-APDL-U.
Using both power supplies at the same time may damage the AP.
Checking the Network Addresses
The Ethernet MAC address and IP address are defined on the housing seal (on the bottom) of this product.
Note the addresses in the following list for later use.
Table 3.4. Network address
Housing seal description
Explanation
I/A
Default IP Address
E/A : C
Ethernet MAC Address
E/A : W
Wireless MAC Address
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Setup
Wall Installation
In case of using the supported screw
Refer to the main unit installation drawing to drive the screws into a wall and hang the main unit on
them.
(2)
(1)
(3)
(1) Drive the screws into the wall. The dimensions are shown in the figure above. (2 locations)
(2) Attach the AP case such that the two screws on the wall insert into the wall-mount holes on the case.
(3) Slide the AP unit down to hold it in place.
Figure 3.2. Wall Installation
CAUTION
Do not obstruct the ventilation slits. This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and
can damage the components inside.
WARNING
WLIN K
WRX
LIN K
RX
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PO WE R
Do not install this product downward or on a ceiling.
It can be overheated inside to catch fire.
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Attaching Using a Magnet
The magnet provided with the FX-DS540-APDL-U makes it easy to attach or remove the AP from metal
surfaces such as steel partitions or desks.
CAUTION
Do not place magnets near monitors, floppy disks, or other sensitive objects.
Moving the AP while it is mounted on a steel desk or similar surface can cause paint scratching.
Attaching and removing magnets
To mount the unit using a magnet, push the magnet into the magnet mounting hole in the direction of
arrow 1 as shown in Figure 3.3. , then insert the entire magnet into the mounting hole.
Next, slide the magnet in the direction of arrow 2 to hold the unit in place.
Magnet
Magnet mounting holes
Figure 3.3. Attaching Magnets
To remove, slide the magnet in the direction of arrow 1 in Figure 3.4. , then lift in the direction of arrow 2.
Figure 3.4. Removing Magnets
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Mounting on steel desks
The unit can be mounted directly on steel desks. Pull lightly to make sure that the AP does not come off
easily. Select a location that gives good radio reception.
The unit provides better receiver sensitivity with the internal antenna inside the top protruding above the
steel surface.
Antenna
Figure 3.5. Mounting on Steel Desks
CAUTION
Do not obstruct the ventilation slits. This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and
can damage the components inside.
Table Top Installation
Set it by using the supported rubber feet.
If installing on a desktop, place the unit on a stable and flat base and ensure that adequate space is
provided for ventilation (5cm). As far as possible, locate the unit in a high place with an unobstructed
view as this gives better radio transmission and reception performance and increases the operating range.
CAUTION
Do not obstruct the ventilation slits. This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and
can damage the components inside.
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Cable Installation
Network Cable Installation
Connect your network cable to the network connector on the AP. This model has a single
10/100BASE-TX connector.
10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX connection
CAUTION
When connecting this product to a personal computer or hub use a twisted pair cable no more than
100m in length.
Use UTP cable or STP cable having category 3, 4, or 5 specifications.
When connecting with a personal computer (NIC) or hub up-link port, use a UTP cross cable (TP-X).
(1) Connect the UTP cable (straight-through cable) to the UTP port in a hub or bridge.
(2) Connect the other end of the UTP cable to the UTP port on the FX-DS540-APDL-U.
WL
PO
WLAN
LAN
POWER
WLAN
WLAN
LAN
LAN
POWER
POWER
Cross cable *2
Cross cable *1
HUB
UPLINK 8X 7X
6X
5X
4X 3X 2X
PC (NIC)
HUB
1X
Usual Port (Something other than UP-LINK Port)
UPLINK 8X 7X
6X
5X
4X 3X 2X
1X
UP-LINK Port
*1 : Optional TP-03(3m), TP-05(5m), TP-10(10m), TP-20(20m), TP-50(50m), TP-100(100m) can be used.
*2 : Optional TP-X(Cross cable and attachment which are 30cm tall) can be used.
* Cable length between this product and PC or HUB is less than 100m.
Figure 3.6. 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Connection
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Power Supply Connection
This product has two methods to supply the power.
Using the attached AC adapter
Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet, then connect the DC jack to the power plug in the main unit.
Using the UTP cable (Optional POW-CB20, POW-CBM4 are necessary.)
As the FX-DS540-APW contains a power supply separator unit, it can be powered directly from the
POW-CB20 or POW-CBM4. Power supply separator unit POW-SP20 is not used.
To supply power to the unit using a UTP cable, refer to the PW-CB20 or POW-CBM4’s instruction
manual to connect it correctly. And use UTP cable having category 5.
Using the attached AC adapter
Using the UTP cable
Enlarged figure
WLAN
LAN
WLAN
LAN
POWER
AC adapter
POWER
WLAN
LAN
POWER
HUB
UPLINK 8X 7X
6X
5X
4X 3X 2X
1X
HUB
HUB
HUB
6X
Straight
cable*1
POW-CBM4
POW-CBM4
UPLINK 8X 7X
Straight cable*1
5X
4X 3X 2X
1X
UTP cables are
all staraight cables*1
PC (NIC)
Cross cable*2
*1 : Optional TP-03(3m), TP-05(5m), TP-10(10m), TP-20(20m), TP-50(50m) can be used.
*2 : Optional TP-X (Cross cable and attachment which are 30cm) can be used.
*Cable length between this product and PC or HUB is less than 90m.
Figure 3.7. Power Supply Connection
CAUTION
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Do not connect any AC adapter other than the accessory. Doing so may result in a failure in the
device or an accident. Note, in particular, that the AC adapters bundled with the FX-DS540-APP
and FX-DS540-APW are different in voltage while being identical in shape.
The power supply from the UTP cable is corresponding to the optional POW-CB20/POW-CBM4.
You cannot use the power supply unit of another company. Doing so may result in a failure in the
device or an accident.
Do not connect the AP-side UTP cable of the POW-CBM4 to a device such as a hub as doing so
can cause a device fault or accident.
The power supply cannot be done by the power supply separator unit POW-SP20. Doing so may
result in a failure in the device or an accident.
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Ground the FX-DS540-APDL-U
Remove the rubber plug from the ground terminal on the main unit and connect a ground wire to the
terminal using the bundled external-toothed screw.
Remove the rubber feet.
Figure 3.8. Ground the FX-D540-APDL
Securing the DC jack
Using the DC jack retaining bracket as a standard accessory stops the DC jack from being removed when
the DC cable is loaded to be pulled, preventiing the power from being shut off abruptly.
Fix the metal fittings by using the bundled external-toothed screw and then fix the DC jack.
Remove the rubber feet.
Sheet metal for securing DC jack
Figure 3.9. Securing the DC jack
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Installation in a Network
This section describes how to install the FX-DS540-APDL-U to construct a network with improved
performance and discusses the general features and radio characteristics of the wireless LAN as well as
the guidelines for constructing the network.
Features of the Wireless Network
In general, the operation of a wireless network is the same as for most other types of LAN. The most
prominent feature of the wireless network is that it uses radio waves as its medium, eliminating the need
for cabling. The wireless network thus requires no cabling cost and has other advantages as listed below:
Quick construction of a LAN
Temporary installation of a LAN
Higher flexibility in layout of connected PCs (terminals)
Assured mobility of connected PCs (terminals)
On the other hand, the wireless network has the following drawbacks from the operational point of view
due to the nature of radio waves:
Signal attenuation
Signal interference
Also, although this unit does not require a radio license, it is subject to radio regulations.
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Operating Environment and Radio Waves
When using this product to construct a network, install and operate it considering the radio environment
to optimize the performance.
Is allowed to use radio equipment at the installation location?
In some medical institutions and laboratories, radio-sensitive precision instruments are used and it may
be prohibited to use radio equipment.
Radio waves are attenuated.
Although a radio wave is attenuated naturally as it travels from its transmission source, it may also be
attenuated by an object existing in its way. Major obstacles that attenuate radio waves are as follows:
Concrete wall
Metal surfaces in the vicinity of the antenna
Obstacles blocking radio waves include metal walls and walls containing a metal firewall.
Strictly speaking, nearly all objects in the path of the radio waves (such as partitions or people) cause
some attenuation but these do not have a significant impact on network performance.
RSSI (Receive Signal Strength Indication) utility is available as a means of knowing the signal strength
of an incoming radio wave. Placing this product for a greater RSSI value makes the communication state
more stable. If the RSSI value is small and slightly moving the position of the product does not increase
the RSSI value, it indicates radio wave attenuation either to the distance or by an obstacle.
Pay attention to radio interference.
Radio interference means the reception of radio waves in the frequency band used by this network that
are generated by equipment that is not part of the network to which this product belongs. Listed below
are major examples of sources of interfering radio waves generated in general environments excluding
plants and factories:
5GHz (using by IEEE802.11a) or 2.4GHz (using by IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g) band wireless
networks that do not comply with IEEE802.11
Using by IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g. Ex. microwave ovens, security gates (installed near the
entrances of some department stores and rental shops), copiers which give off the 2.4GHz electric
waves.
Where there is a large metal wall such as in a warehouse, the radio wave generated from the sender is
reflected, resulting in those radio waves reaching the receiver which have taken different routes (thereby
phase-shifted). This has the similar effect as the generation of interfering radio waves, possibly slowing
down data transfer.
Most of the interfering radio wave sources other than wireless networks have local and/or temporary
effects, not so affecting network performance. Rarely, however, the date rate is reduced and, in the
worst case, communication is disabled temporarily. In such cases, change the location of this product
and the channel used for communication. This may solve the problem.
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Constructing a Network
This section gives some pointers and cautions relating to constructing a network using the AP and user
units, and provides some practical examples.
(1) Check the coverage (cover area) of the AP. To use the AP with two or more user units logged in an
infrastructure mode, all the user units must be installed within the cover area. The AP’s coverage
varies with obstacles (concrete walls, iron doors, elevator halls, etc.). Note also that the number of
transmission/reception errors increases beyond a certain transmission distance.
When setting up the network, check the RSSI level then confirm that communication works
correctly with the application you plan to use. For a TCP/IP system, for example, you can use the
Windows PING command. To use PING, open an MS-DOS prompt window and enter the following
command. The example command is for an AP with an IP address of 10.168.132.15.
C:\WINDOWS>ping 10.168.132.15
(2) The maximum number of user units that can log in to an AP at one time is 254. However, remember
that the communication speed slows due to the increased loading as the number of user units for a
particular AP increases.
(3) This product can be set to one of the four channels according to the Wireless Telegraphy Act.
(4) If a pair of wireless terminals are communicating via a particular channel, no other communications
can use that channel within the range of the radio signal (the exception is broadcasting which
transmits to all terminals). As a result, communication speed tends to drop as the density of wireless
terminals increases although this depends to a large extent on how frequently the network is used.
(5) If the AP is connected to an Ethernet hub or similar, a unexpectedly large load can occur on the AP
if the Ethernet traffic is heavy and this may reduce the performance of the wireless network. This
can be solved by changing the hub connected to the AP to a switching hub (bridge).
(6) Setup the software in accordance with how the network will be used.
(7) The communication speed may also drop due to interference if two wireless terminals are located
close to each other. In general, maintain a gap of about 1m between user units, 3m between APs and
user units, and 3m between APs.
(8) The best performance is achieved from antennas if they are located in an open space free from
obstructions. Avoid locating antennas where they will be hidden. In particular, when
communication distance is an important consideration, it is recommended that you install antennas
in a high location with a clear view.
(9) Floors often contain steel beams or metal firewalls and therefore communication between floors is
often not possible.
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Example 1 Use example
This example constructs a network with 48 user units. Although the small area to be covered means that
one AP should be enough, two APs are used to provide a backup and to ensure a reasonable level of
communication speed. If AP1 or AP2 is down, the roaming feature allows user units to log in to the other
AP and so provides a backup network connection. Also, as notebook PCs are often brought to the
meeting room and used to exchange data and access the server, and as the concrete walls of the meeting
room block radio signals and result in a low RSSI value, another AP is also located in the meeting room.
Each of the APs has a wired connected to the Ethernet network.
Concrete wall
AP1
WLA N
LAN
PO WER
F& eI
Conference room
WLA N
L AN
P O WE R
F& eI
AP3
20m
Notebook PC with
FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2
PC with FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2
20m
WLA N
L AN
P O WE R
W LA N
F& eI
L AN
P OWE R
AP2
F & eI
FX-DS540-APDL/APL
Figure 3.10. Use example
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Example 2 Medium-sized wireless LAN
WLA N
LAN
PO WER
F& eI
3F
PC1
Router
2F
WLA N
LAN
PO WER
F& eI
Router
1F
WLA N
LAN
PO WER
F& eI
PC1
WLA N
LAN
PO WER
F& eI
Note PC with
FX-DS540-APDL/APL
FX-DS540-PCD/PCC/PCC2
File Server
Figure 3.11. Medium-Sized Wireless LAN
This example constructs a wireless LAN operating over three floors of a building. A different
department is located on each floor and these are separated by routers.
User PC1 belongs to the 3rd floor but sometimes takes his PC and works on the1st floor. As the IP
tunneling server function is enabled on the AP, PC1 can still perform operations such as sending and
receiving mail and accessing the 3F file server while roaming on the 1st floor away from the 3rd floor
router.
To keep the various APs separated, the APs on different floors are installed on opposite sides of the
building so that they are not directly above or below each other.
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4. Setup Preparation
This chapter gives an overview of how to setup the AP and describes how to access the AP settings using
a web browser.
Setup Methods
Although the FX-D540-APDL can be set up precisely to construct an advanced wireless LAN
environment, there are two different setup methods available: web browser and TELNET.
The key features of each setup method are as follows.
WWW browser
Provides an easy to use graphical interface.
Setup can be performed remotely (via a LAN or modem).
Independent of PC platform (type of OS, etc.).
Requires that the network IP address of the AP be the same as the network IP address of the PC used
for setup.
TELNET
Setup can be performed remotely (via a LAN or modem) and even from older PCs.
This setup assumes that the IP address of the AP and that of the PC used for setup belong to the same
network group.
It is necessary to connect the setting device to this product directly.
Cumbersome text-only interface.
FX-DS540-APDL/APL
Browser, TELNET
WL AN
L AN
POWER
F&e I
LAN
Figure 4.1. Setup image
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Setup Using a Web Browser
You can setup the AP software from a PC running a web browser via the LAN or a modem. As this
provides a graphical interface, setup using a web browser is much easier than using a TELNET.
The factory default IP address for the AP is listed on the underside of the case. You can use this address
to connect to the AP from a web browser but this requires that you change the IP address of the PC to be
in the same network group as the AP’s IP address (when finished, set the IP address back to its original
value).
Supported web browsers (recommended)
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or higher
Netscape Navigator 6 or higher
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Connecting to the Web Browser PC
When using a web browser to setup the AP, you can connect via either a LAN or a modem. Use the
following procedure to connect the web browser.
Connecting via a LAN
(1) Connect the PC on which you will run the web browser to the same network as the AP.
Alternatively, you can use a UTP cable to connect the PC directly to the AP. In that case, use a
crossed-cable.
The connection will not work if you use a standard straight-through cable.
CAUTION
You may not be able to establish a connection if the web browser is setup to use a proxy. In this case,
change the setting to not use a proxy.
Remember to change the proxy setting back when you have finished setting up the AP.
Connecting to an FX-DS540-APDL-U
To connect the web browser to the AP, the IP address of the PC on which you run the web browser must
be in the same network group as the IP address of the AP. The factory default IP address set in the AP is
always in the class A network group starting with [10] (that is, 10.xxx.xxx.xxx). Accordingly, set the IP
address of the PC to also start with [10] ([IP 10.1.1.1, MASK 255.0.0.0], for example). Remember to set
the IP address of the PC back to its previous value after you have finished with the connection for setting
up the AP. You can also change and set the AP’s IP address according to the PC being used for setup.
(1) Start the web browser
Recommended web browsers are Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or later and Netscape Navigator
6.0 or later.
(2) After starting the web browser, enter the IP address of the AP in the URL field.
For example, if the IP address of the AP is [10.66.1.1], enter the following:
http://10.66.1.1 /
Refer to Chapter 5 below as you perform software setup.
(3) When connecting it to the product, input screen of the password is displayed. Enter the password.
No password has been set by factory default. When you log in at first, not input anything in the form
and then click the “Log-in” button to log in.
(4) Click on [Setup] in the Top Menu and open the Setup submenu. Choose and click on the desired
item in the submenu to open its setup dialog box.
(5) After changing the setting of each item, press the [Send] button on the page to send the new setting
to the AP. The setting sent to the AP is temporarily retained in the AP.
To save temporary data retained in the AP, click on the [Save] button on the left menu or top page,
then choose “Yes” in the confirmation dialog box.
For the saved settings to take effect, click on the [Restart] button and choose “Yes” in the
confirmation dialog box to restart the AP.
To save settings and restart the AP at the same time, click on the [Save/Restart] button and choose
“Yes” in the confirmation dialog box.
For details of setup or Confirmation of status, refer to Chapter 5 to set up software.
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Setup Using TELNET
Run Telnet on a PC connected within the same LAN to set up this product. As Telnet is a text based
program, it requires a bit complicated setup operations but it can be used for setup even on an old PC
with a browser which does not support setup through a web browser.
Figure 4.2. Example of TELNET Setting Screen
Connecting to an FX-DS540-APDL-U
For connecting the PC for setup to the AP using TELNET, the PC’s IP address and the AP’s IP address
must belong to the same network group. The IP address factory-set for the AP belongs to the class-A
network group beginning with 10, such as 10.xxx.xxx.xxx. For the PC to be used for setup, therefore,
assign an IP address beginning with 10 (for example, [IP 10.1.1.1, MASK 255.0.0.0]). After connecting
the PC to the AP and setting it up, restore the original IP address of the PC. The IP address of the AP
should be changed when it is set up.
You can also change and setup the IP address of AP depending on PC to set.
(1) Bring up the command prompt. In Windows 98 or Windows ME, choose “MS-DOS Prompt” from
“Programs” in the Start Menu. In Windows 2000 or Windows XP, choose “Command Prompt”
from “Programs” in the Start Menu.
(2) Connect it by using TELNET and then connect it to AP by using telnet command. For example, if
the IP address of the AP is [10.66.1.1], enter the following:
telnet 10.66.1.1
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(3)
Enter the password at the [Password:] prompt.
The default factory setting is no password. To login, just press the Enter key without entering
anything.
Figure 4.3. Password entry screen
(4) When password is entered correctly, TOP menu is displayed.
Figure 4.4. TOP menu
CAUTION
The console program uses the “Shift-JIS” character set for Kanji codes. If characters do not display
correctly, check the Kanji code setting for the terminal.
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TELNET Key Operation
Select items from the TELNET menus by entering the corresponding number. In addition to entering
numbers, you can also use the following commands. The operation of each key is the same for all
menus.
TT
Return to top menu
Escape from the current operation
Return to previous menu
GO
Jump to the specified category
JP
Change to Japanese mode (SHIFT-JIS)
US
Change to English mode
Save settings
BYE / OFF
End
H or ?
Display a list of commands (Help screen)
Figure 4.5. Help Screen
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Explanation of Top Menu and IP Settings
This section describes the top menu, with the IP address and subnet mask settings as examples.
Although individual menu items are not detailed here, they are almost the same as the settings available
in the web browser. Accordingly, see Chapter 5 for details.
Table 4.1. TOP Menu
Menu
1.End
Description
Exit terminal setup.
2.Setup
Select to setup AP.
3.Writing
Use this command to save the settings.
4.Reboot
Reboots the AP. Perform a reboot after modifying the settings (after saving).
The new settings become effective from after the reboot.
5.Change system parameters Change the password or date.
6.Download
7.Upload
8.Default
9.Status
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Download the settings file and firmware from the AP.
Send the settings file or firmware from the PC (terminal) to the AP and
update on the AP.
Restore all AP settings to their factory defaults. The IP address can be
excluded.
Use this command to check the AP settings.
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Setting the IP address
(1) Select [2. Setup].
Figure 4.6. IP Address Setting Screen
(2) Select [3. IP Address] and enter the IP address assigned to the AP on the wired LAN.
(3) Select [4. Sub-Net Mask] and enter the sub-net mask for the IP address set in step 2.
(4) Select [5. Default Gateway] and enter the IP address of the default gateway.
You do not need to enter an IP address if there is no default gateway.
(5) Press the [W] key or return to the top menu and select [3. Writing] to save the settings, then enter
[BYE] or return to the top menu and select [1. Exit] to disconnect the terminal.
After restarting the AP, setting is enable.
This completes network setup. You can now use a web browser for setup and perform network
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5. Setup and Status Display
This chapter describes how to setup the AP using a web browser, explains each setting item and status
display. Before you can setup the AP, perform the preparation described in “Chapter 4 Setup
Preparation”.
This section describes how to perform setup using a web browser.
Setup Item List
Setup items are listed in the following table. The items that can be set vary with the wireless link mode.
The symbols O and - indicate the items that can be set and the items that are not available, respectively.
Table 5.1. Setup Item List(1/3)
Wireless Link Mode
Setting item
Standard
Compatible
Advanced
Infrastructure mode
Infrastructure mode
Infrastructure mode
AP
Station
AP
Station
AP fixation
Basic setting
Host name
DHCP client
IP address
Subnet mask
Default gateway
Access point construction
Access point type
IP address of master AP
IP address of backup AP
Language setting
Password
Ethernet
Port speed
Link down sense
Wireless LAN
Basis
Interface
Wireless LAN standard
AP
Station
AP
Station
Wireless Link Mode
Unit type
Details ESSID
Standard
Compatible
Advanced
AP fixation
Channel number
Transmission rate
Beacon transmission rate
Transmission output
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Table 5.1. Setup Item List(2/3)
Wireless Link Mode
Setting item
Details
802.11g
802.11g Only mode
parameter Protect mode
Protect type
Standard
Compatible
Advanced
Infrastructure mode
Infrastructure mode
Infrastructure mode
AP
Station
AP
Station
AP fixation
Antenna selecting
Statistic node address
Maximum number of logged in devices
Roaming threshold
Broadcast
Speed control function
Transmission speed
Transmission retry count
Band
Prioritized AP1 to AP5
APs
Default key
Size / Key 1 to 4
MAC address filtering
ESSID security
IEEE802.1X function
Re-authentication interval
Radius server
IP address
list (1 to 4)
Port number
ESSID
Shared secret
Connect to other APs
Security Encryption Functions
WSL
IEEE802.1X
Extensions
Bridge packet control
Network time
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Function
IP address
Time zone
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Table 5.1. Setup Item List(3/3)
Wireless Link Mode
Setting item
Standard
Compatible
Advanced
Infrastructure mode
Infrastructure mode
Infrastructure mode
AP
Access
TELNET server
control
function
Station
AP
Station
AP fixation
FTP server function
WEB server function
Specifing
Administrator IP
Administrator IP
address1
Administrator IP
address2
SNMP
SNMP agent function
Community name
Access permission
Trap destination IP address
Administrator contact information
Device location
Device name
Log function
Log function
Overwrite mode
Start time
setting
Beginning date set
function
Beginning date
Log in
Log Out
Log in refusal
Detailed
Roaming
setting
IP tunnel start
IP tunnel exit
Application log in
Application log out
Setting list
Setting list
*:
When connecting a station to the AP in the Advanced Infrastructure mode, set the station to the Standard
*:
When the AP is set as a station in compatible infrastructure mode, only one PC is connected to the station.
Infrastructure mode.
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Settings
Basic setting
Host name
Assigning a name to an AP makes it easier to identify on the network. Enter a name of up to 16
alphanumeric characters.
Factory default setting : (Not input)
DHCP client
Enabling “DHCP client” makes the access point available as a DHCP client.
Factory default setting : Disable
IP address
Sets the IP address of the AP. Always set the IP address. When setting via a LAN using a browser
running on a PC, the network address of the AP must be the same as the network address of the PC.
Factory default setting : (Specified on the housing seal)
Subnet mask
If using a subnet, specify the subnet mask.
Factory default setting : 255.0.0.0
Default gateway
Specify the IP address of the router for the network to which the AP belongs.
Factory default setting : 0.0.0.0
Access point construction
Sets the Access point construction.
This setting affects “Access point type”, “IP address of the masuterAP”, “IP address of the backup AP”.
Select “Compatible, when AP is coustructed by only FLEXLAN DS540 series.
Select “Integrated” when the AP includes the DS110 series as well as the DS540 series.
Factory default setting : Compatibility
Access point type
The application type of the access point can be set by selecting “normal”, “master”, or “backup”.
The “master” device integrates access points on the network and the “backup” device substitutes for the
master AP if the master AP stops working for some reason.
Factory default setting : Normal
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IP address of the master AP
When the master AP exists, specify the IP address of the AP that serves as the master AP.
Factory default setting : 0.0.0.0
IP address of the backup AP
When a backup AP exists, specify its IP address.
Factory default setting : 0.0.0.0
Language setting
Select the language displayed by the terminal or browser from “English” or “Japanese.
Factory default setting : English
Password
Set a password. Enter a string of up to 31 single-byte alphanumeric characters. The password is case
sensitive. At the password input prompt when starting software setup, you can log in by clicking on the
[Setting] button with no password entry.
If you forget your password, initialize the AP using the DIP switch (INIT).
The password is cleared when the AP is initialized. Note, however, that initializing the AP resets all of
its settings to their factory defaults, requiring you to make settings over again. For using the DIP
switches, see Chapter 3.
Factory default setting : (Not input)
Ethernet
Port speed
Select the port speed setting. Select one of “Auto”, “100M Full Duplex”, “100M half Duplex”, “10M
Full Duplex”, or “10M half Duplex”.
Factory default setting : Auto
Link down sense
Enabling “link down sense” stops the wireless capabilities when the wired link of the access point is
disconnected.
Factory default setting : Disable
Wireless LAN
To change the wireless LAN standard (IEEE802.11a/802.11b/802.11g), wireless connection mode, and
unit type, take three steps of “Basic” -> “Details” -> “Security” to make their respective settings.
For any other item, you can change the setting on under “Details” or “Security”.
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Basis
Interface
Disabling “Interface” disables the internal wireless LAN module.
Factory default setting : Enabled
Wireless LAN standard
Sets the wireless LAN standard to use. When the unit type is “Access point”, you can select one of
checkboxes. When the unit type is “Station”, you can select more than one check boxes according to the
standard of the access point to be connected. The wireless LAN standard to be used is determined
automatically depending on the destination access point.
Factory default setting : Check only IEEE802.11a.
Wireless Link Mode
Select the operation mode of the FX-DS540-AP/APP from among “Standard Infrastructure”, “Compatible
Infrastructure”, and “Advanced Infrastructure”.
Factory default setting : Standard Infrastructure
Table 5.2. Wireless Link Mode
Standard
Each access point can accommodate stations (such as wireless LAN cards) to make
Infrastructure
up a network. This mode provides scalability from a middle- or large-scale system
with multiple access points connected by LAN to a small-scale system based on a
single access point.
Compatible
This mode allows the AP to be networked with other manufacturers' Wi-Fi certified
Infrastructure
wireless terminals other than the FLEXLAN series. Note, however, that functions
such as IP tunneling cannot be used in this mode.
Advanced
The access point can be used in both of the Standard Infrastructure and Compatible
Infrastructure
Infrastructure modes. This mode is a mixture of the two.
Unit type
Select either “Access point” or “Station”. “Access Point” means the Access point manages user units
and other Access Points that are operating as stations. “Station” means the Access Point is managed by
(logs in to) another Access Point and is set when the Access Point is used as a bridge or similar.
Factory default setting : Access point
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Details
ESSID
The name of the wireless LAN to which the AP belongs. Changing the ESSID causes the AP to be
disconnected from the network. Enter a name up to 32 alphanumeric characters. The name is case
sensitive.
Factory default setting : LocalGroup
Channel number (This item available when the unit type is “Access point”.)
Sets the channel number. Setting-able channel numbers are from “36” to “64”, “149” to “165” when
IEEE802.11a and from “1” to “11” when IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g.
Factory default setting : 36ch (Wireless Lan standard is IEEE802.11a)
Transmission rate
Sets the wireless transmission rate.
Select one from “Auto”, “54Mpbs”, “48Mbps”, “36Mpbs”, “24Mpbs”, “18Mpbs”, “12 Mpbs”, “9 Mpbs”,
“6 Mpbs” when IEEE802.11a.
Select one from “11Mpbs”, “5.5Mbps”, “2Mpbs”, “1Mpbs” when IEEE802.11b.
Select one from “Auto”, “54Mpbs”, “48Mbps”, “36Mpbs”, “24Mpbs”, “18Mpbs”, “12 Mpbs”, “9 Mpbs”,
“6 Mpbs”, “11Mpbs”, “5.5Mbps”, “2Mpbs”, “1Mpbs” when IEEE802.11g.
Factory default setting : Auto
Beacon transmission rate
Specify the beacon transmission rate. The options available to this item are the same as those for the
above transmission rate except “Auto”.
Factory default setting : 6Mbps (Wireless Lan standard is IEEE802.11a)
Transmission output
You can decrease the transmission output to “50%” or “25%” by software setting. To decrease the
output, select either.
Factory default setting : MAX
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802.11g parameter
This item is available when “IEEE802.11g” is selected as the wireless LAN standard. Parameter about
IEEE802.11g can be set.
Enabling the “802.11g Only” mode rejects access from IEEE802.11b compliant user units and accepts
access only from IEEE802.11g compliant user units, resulting in communication with IEEE802.11g user
units at higher data rates than both types of user units coexist with the “802.11g Only” mode disabled.
This setting is the item when unit type is “Access point”.
Enabling the protect mode enables stable communication even in an environment in which IEEE802.11b
compliant user units coexist with IEEE802.11g compliant user units. Disabling the protect mode makes
communication a bit unstable but increases the data rate to some extent.
For the protect type, specify the data packet configuration method. ”CTS-only” uses only CTS to
transmit and receive data. ”RTS-CTS” uses both RTS and CTS to transmit and receive data.
Data rate of ”CTS-only”is higer than that of “RTS-CTS”. This setting is enabled when the protect mode
is enabled.
Factory default setting : 802.11g Only mode
Protect mode
Protect type
… Disabled
… Enabled
… CTS-only
Antenna selecting
You can specify the antenna to use. When “Auto”, use the both antenna connected to the built-in
wireless module. When “1” or “2” is set, either of them is used.
Factory default setting : Auto
Statistic node address (This item available when the unit type is “Station”.)
You can set it when “Compatible Infrastructure” mode.
Enter the MAC address of the PC to be connected to the FX-D540-APDL whose unit type has been set to
“Station”. In general, set this item to connect the unit to a receive-only device such as a POS terminal.
The factory default indicates no setting (00-00-00-00-00-00).
When specifying a MAC address, enter a hyphen (-) at intervals of two bytes.
(Example: 01-23-45-67-89-ab)
Factory default setting : 00-00-00-00-00-00
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Maximum number of logged in devices (This item available when the unit type is “Access point”.)
The number of user unit to log in AP is limited. From 1 to 254 are input.
Factory default setting : 254
Roaming threshold (This item available when the unit type is “Station”.)
When the RSSI value of the currently connected access point is smaller than the setting, the unit searches
for a roaming-accessible access point and roams into that access point if possible. Threshold can be set
from 0 to 95. Increasing this value makes roaming easiers; decreasing it makes roaming harder.
This function is enabled when unit type is “Station.” and is disabled when it is “Access point”.
Factory default setting : 15
Broadcast (This item available when the unit type is “Access point”.)
It can be set when the mode type is “Standard infrastructure”.
It is set when the data transmission is couducted. To set the transmission rate and transmission retry
count manually, set “Speed control function” to “Manual” and set “Transmission speed” and
“Transmission retry count” to the desired values.
To set the transmission rate and transmission retry count automatically, set “Speed control function” to
“Auto” and set “Band” to the band to be used for broadcasting within the range from 0 to 54.
Factory defaults : Speed control function
Transmission speed
Transmission retry count
Band
…Disable
…Auto
…0
…0
Prioritized APs (This item available when the unit type is “Station”.)
This item allows you to specify the access point to be connected preferentially. Wireless MAC address
of access point is input in AP1 to AP5. Wireless MAC address of access point can be confirmed by using
“Status” of each access point and “Wireless MAC address” of the “Wireless LAN” items.
The access points to be connected are assigned priorities in ascending order beginning with AP1
(followed by AP2, …, AP5). By inputting the wireless MAC address, this function is enabled. When
this function is not used, all MAC addresses are set to all zeroes (00-00-00-00-00-00).
When entering a MAC address, place a hyphen (-) between adjacent pairs of bytes in the MAC address.
(Example : 01-23-45-67-89-ab)
Enable “Connect to other APs” to permit connection, if the unit fails to be connected to any of the access
points AP1 to AP5, to any other AP. To prohibit connection to any access point other than the prioritized
APs, disable “Connect to other APs”.
Factory default setting : AP1 to AP5
Connect to other APs
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Security
Encryption
This setting specifies whether to enable or disable encryption. To enable encryption, select WEP or AES
under “Functions”. Specify the default transmission key no. to use when you transmit the data.
Enter the key hexadecimally (uppercase and lowercase alphanumeric characters can be used). To use the
WEP protocol, enter ten digits for a 64-bit key, 26 digits for a 128-bit key, or 32 digits for a 152-bit key.
Enter 32 digits for a 128-bit key when AWS. If you disable encryption, neither key can be used as the
default key.
Note that enabling encryption prevents communications from being performed between terminals using
different security protocols or keys.
Factory defaults : Function
Default key
Key #1 to #4
...Disable
…#1
…Disable, (Not enter)
WSL(Wireless Security Link)
Select whether to encrypt wireless transmission data. Note that WSL-enabled and WSL-disabled
terminals cannot communicate with each other. The WSL key can be set only when WSL has been
enabled. Note, also, that terminals different in WSL key cannot communicate with other.
Factory default setting : Disable (Not input)
MAC address filtering (This item available when the unit type is “Access point”.)
Select whether to use the MAC address filtering function. Enabling the function rejects an attempt to log
in to the access point by other than the clients having authorized MAC addresses.
MAC addresses can be registered either individually or in a range.
You can register up to 8192 entries.
When specifying a MAC address, enter a hyphen (-) at intervals of two bytes.
(Example: 01-23-45-67-89-ab)
Factory default setting : Disable
ESSID security (This item available when the unit type is “Access point”.)
ESSIC security is the composite function as the combination of “ANY ID reject” and “ESSID hide”.
Enabling this function rejects access by ANY ID terminals (those with on ESSID assigned) and hides the
AP’s ESSID from external references to the access point. Using the function restricts illegal access
using ANY ID and prevents the ESSID from being easily known to third parties.
Factory default setting : Disable
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IEEE802.1X
IEEE802.1X function
Set this item to “enable” to enable the function of IEEE802.1X.
Factory default setting : Disable
Re-authentication interval
Specify the time interval at which to perform re-authentication, between 2 and 4320 minutes.
Factory default setting : 60(minutes)
RADIUS server
Up to four RADIUS servers can be registered by entering their IP address, port number, and shared
secret. Even when one RADIUS server goes down, clients can connect to another RADIUS server as
long as there are two or more RADIUS servers registered. RADIUS server 1 is assigned the highest
priority. If the client cannot connect to it, the client will attempt to connect to RADIUS servers 2 to 4
sequentially.
Enter the IP address of RADIUS server in “IP address”.
Enter the port number to use for communication with RADIUS server in port number.
For “ESSID”, specify the ESSID of the access point to which to change upon switching to the RADIUS
server defined with the above “IP address”. Set th item only when this function is used.
When this function is not used, leave the field blank.
Enter the shared secret of IEEE802.1X in “Shared secret”.
Factory defaults : IEEE802.1X function
Re-authentication interval
(RADIUS server 1 to 4) IP address
(RADIUS server 1 to 4) Port number
(RADIUS server 1 to 4) ESSID
(RADIUS server 1 to 4) Shared secret…
…Disable
…60 (minutes)
…0.0.0.0
…1812
…(Not input)
(Not input)
Extensions
Bridge packet control
Enabling the bridge packet control function can restrict communication between clients accommodated
by the same access point.
You can specify the network in which to share files by editing the bridge packet control list. Register the
MAC address of the router that permits the clients to share files.
When specifying the MAC address, enter a hyphen (-) at intervals of two bytes.
(Example: 01-23-45-67-89-ab)
Factory default setting : Disable
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Network time
Enabling the network time function can synchronize the access point time with the network time. The
factory default setting is “disable”.
Before you can enable this function, you have to set the IP address and time zone of a network time
server on the network. (Example: For use in Japan, enter “+09:00” (meaning UTC + 9 hours) as the
Japan standard time is nine hours ahead of Universal Time Coordinated (UTC).)
Factory default setting : function …Disable
IP address … 0.0.0.0
Time zone … +09:00
Access control
Set the access control for the access point. Disabling TELNET, FTP, WEB server function can be
refecte the connection to each server. Disabling all sets, it cannot be connected to Access point.
Enabling specification of administrator IP, you can specify the IP address to connect to TELNET, FTP,
WEB. Up to two administrator IP addresses can be registered in “Administrator IP address 1” and
“Administrator IP address 2”. When using this function, you need to enable TELNET server function.
When the disabled IP address is not registered, connection to TELNET, FTP, WEB by using access point
cannot be done.
Factory default setting : TELNET / FTP / WEB server function …Disable
Administrator IP addresse
…Disable
Administrator IP addresse 1 to 2
…0.0.0.0
SNMP
SNMP agent function
Set this item to “enable” to enable SNMP.
Factory default setting : Disable.
Community name
Enter the SNMP authentication string. The SNMP authentication string serves as a password to access
the AP using SNMP. Programs use this community name to access the AP’s MIB.
Enter a string of up to 32 single-byte alphanumeric characters. The community name is case sensitive.
Factory default setting : public
Access permission
Set the access permission for the community. Select “Read/Write” or “Read Only”. The factory default
setting is “Read/Write”.
Factory default setting : Read / Write
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Trap destination IP address
Trap is the function to notify a user of a change made within the SNMP agent system. The trap function
can be enabled by specify the IP address of the destination user. The SNMP manager having the IP
address specified here can manage trap information about the AP. If the network contains more than one
AP, it is advisable to register the same IP address so that all the APs can be managed on one machine. Up
to three destination IPs can be registered.
Factory default setting : 0.0.0.0
Administrator contact information
Enter contact information about the AP administrator. An example is the name and telephone number of
the network administrator. The string can be up to 32 characters long when all the characters are
single-byte alphanumeric characters or up to 16 characters long (within 32 bytes) when they are all
double-byte Japanese characters.
Factory default setting : (Not input)
Device location
Specify the physical location of the AP. An example is “Administration Division, 2F”. The string can
be up to 32 characters long when all the characters are single-byte alphanumeric characters or up to 16
characters long (within 32 bytes) when they are all double-byte Japanese characters.
Factory default setting : (Not input)
Device name
Specify the device name of the AP under SNMP. Enter a string of up to 32 single-byte alphanumeric
characters. The device name is case sensitive.
Factory default setting : (Not input)
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Log function
The FX-DS540-APDL-U can preserve log information. See Chapter 6 for details of the logged data and
data collection methods.
Log function
This specifies whether or not to enable logging. The collected log data (2048 at Max.) is stored in
internal memory.
Factory default setting : Disable
Overwrite setting
This specifies whether or not to overwrite old data when the number of log entries reaches the maximum.
If disabled, log collection halts when the maximum number of entries is reached.
Factory default setting : Enable
Start time setting
This specifies whether or not to set a logging start time. If enabled, set the time at which to start logging.
Factory default setting : Beginning date set function
Beginning date
…Disable
…0 :00 1 Jan. 2002
Detailed setting
You can select the types of events to be logged. Setting [Log in], [Log Out], [Log in refusal], [Roaming],
[IP tunnel start / exit] and [Application log in / log out] to “ON” allows the selected events to be logged.
Setting them to “OFF” prevents them from being logged.
Factory default setting : All of the events are set to “ON”
Table 5.3. Events to Be Logged
Event
Start
Introduction
Indicates that the AP has been activated.
Link Up
Indicates that the wired link has been connected and the link speed.
Link Down
Indicates that the wired link has been disconnected.
Login
Indicates the MAC address of the wireless terminal connected to the AP.
Logout
Indicates the MAC address of the wireless terminal disconnected from the AP.
Login NG
Indicates that the filter function rejected an attempt to log in by an
Roaming
Indicates the MAC address of the wireless terminal roaming into the AP.
unregistered wireless terminal.
Tunnel Start
Indicates the MAC address of the wireless terminal that has started IP tunneling.
Tunnel Stop
Indicates the MAC address of the wireless terminal that has terminated IP tunneling.
Application Login
Indicate the IP address of the terminal that has used an application (such as telenet or FTP).
Application Logout
Indicates the termination of an application and the IP address of the terminal
that used the application.
Write Firmware
Indicates that firmware has been reprogrammed. (Example: Update from Ver1.15 to Ver1.20)
Write Config
Indicates that the Config file has been edited.
Manual Reset
Indicates that the AP has been restarted by the terminal or browser.
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Status display
A list of status information on this product can be displayed by selecting “Status” after logging in
through a web browser or Telnet.
This displays the following information.
Configuration data
This includes the firmware version, IP address.
Interface information
The browser displays information about the Ethernet, wireless LAN, and series interfaces.
Wireless LAN information
The browser displays wireless LAN information, wireless packet statistical information, and Wireless
node information.
MAC address table
The browser displays information on the user units and stations that have been logged in to the AP.
Log information
The browser displays log information recorded in the AP.
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6. Meintenance
This chapter describes how to perform maintenance on the AP and explains the tools to be used. Here,
“maintenance” means the following: log file collection, firmware upgrades, and saving and restoring the
software settings.
Maintenance Tool
This maintenance tool is available for the FTP.
This section describes how to use the tool.
Log File Collection
The AP collects the following log data.
To collect the log file, you collect it by using FTP via the LAN.
The log file is in text format and can be displayed in the Notepad or WordPad programs that come with
Windows.
The collected log file is stored the CF card with the following file name.
File name : LOGFILE
CAUTION
To collect the log file, log collection must be enabled. Note also that the contents of the log file
differ depending on the operating mode and software settings.
Using FTP to Get the Log File
(1) Run FTP to log in to the AP.
(2) Transfer the log file.
(3) Exit FTP.
The following example shows how to get the log file using the FTP command coming standard with
Windows. Invoke the MS-DOS prompt or command prompt and follow the procedure below to get the
log file.The example assumes the IP address as 10.168.132.15.
C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15
----------- (1)
ftp>get logfile
----------- (2)
ftp>bye
----------- (3)
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Saving the Settings File
Making a backup of the AP software settings file has the following benefits:
If you have more than one AP and all APs have the same settings, you just need to setup one AP then
use the resulting settings file for the other APs. (However, as this sets the same IP address for all
APs, you need to change the IP address separately.)
The old settings can be restored easily if a fault causes the settings file to be erased.
The settings file is stored the CF card with the following file name.
File name : CONFIG
If the MAC address filtering and bridge packet control functions are used, their settings files should also
be saved. The settings files are stored in memory on the AP with the following file names:
MAC address filtering --- MACFLIST
Bridge packet control --- BRGFLIST
Note that a file of LOGFLIST may be stored in the AP’s memory but it is not used as a setup file.
Using FTP to Backup the Settings File
(1) Run FTP to log in to the AP.
(2) Transfer the settings file.
When the MAC address filtering and bridge packet control functions are in use, MACFLIST,
LOGFLIST, and BRGFLIST are also transferred.
(3) Exit FTP.
The following example shows how to get the log file using the FTP command coming standard with
Windows.
Invoke the MS-DOS prompt or command prompt and follow the procedure below to get the settings file.
The example assumes the IP address as 10.168.132.15.
C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15
------------ (1)
ftp>put config
------------ (2)
ftp>get macflist
ftp>get brgflist
ftp>bye
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Restoring the Software Settings
Using this function has the following benefits:
If you have more than one AP and all APs have the same settings, you just need to setup one AP then
use the resulting settings file for the other APs. (However, as this sets the same IP address for all
APs, you need to change the IP address separately.)
The old settings can be restored easily if a fault causes the settings file to be erased.
Using FTP to Restore the Settings
(1) Run FTP to log in to the AP.
(2) Transfer the settings file(config).
When the MAC address filtering and bridge packet control functions are in use, MACFLIST, and
BRGFLIST are also transferred.
(3) Issue the reset request command(command : quote crst).
(4) Quit FTP. The AP will be restarted.
The following example shows how to update the firmware using the FTP command coming standard
with Windows.
Invoke the MS-DOS prompt or command prompt and follow the procedure below to restore AP settings.
The example assumes the IP address as 10.168.132.15.
C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15
------------ (1)
ftp>put config
------------ (2)
ftp>quote crst
------------ (3)
ftp>bye
------------ (4)
When the MAC address filtering function is in use, MACFLIST and LOGFLIST must be transferred
along with CONFIG. When the bridge packet control function is in use, BRGFLIST must be transferred
along with CONFIG. If both of the functions are in use, the above example is replaced by the following:
C:\>ftp 10.168.132.15
------------ (1)
ftp>put config
------------ (2)
ftp>put macflist
ftp>put brgflist
ftp>quote crst
------------ (3)
ftp>bye
------------ (4)
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Upgrading the Firmware
The AP firmware may be upgraded to resolve any bugs found in the software or to add new functions.
Contact CONTEC via our web site for details of the latest firmware.
The firmware is stored the AP memory with the following file name.
File name : apfirm.bin
Performing an Upgrade Using FTP
(1) Run FTP to log in to the AP.
(2) Change the transfer mode to binary.
(3) Transfer the firmware file.
(4) Issue the reset request command (quote crst).
(5) Quit FTP. The AP will be restarted.
The following example shows how to update the firmware using the FTP command coming standard
with Windows.
Invoke the MS-DOS prompt or command prompt and follow the procedure below to restore AP settings.
The example assumes the IP address as 10.168.132.15.
A:\>ftp 10.168.132.15
------------ (1)
ftp>bin
------------ (2)
ftp>put apfirm.bin
------------ (3)
ftp>quote crst
------------ (4)
ftp>bye
------------ (5)
Performing an Update Using a Web Browser
(1) Start a web browser and access and log in to the AP.
(2) Open the “Maintenance” menu and then open the “Upgrade Firmware”page.
(3) Click the [Browse…] button and select the desired firmware then, click the [Update] button to
transfer the firmware.
(4) Upon completion of transfer of the firmware, the screen changes with the AP restarted.
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7. Troubleshooting
This chapter describes common problems that may occur with this product and what to do about them. If
any problems occur that are not described here, check to confirm that the re-occur, then contact the store
where you purchased the product.
When Communication Fails
Check hardware
If connecting via the wired LAN, check that the LAN cable is connected correctly.
Check that there are no obstructions in the way of this product.
Check software
The FLEXLAN-DS540 series is designed to handle a variety of operating formats, and requires
software setting for each type of operation. Check that the settings are appropriate for the type of
operation, and check the format in which communication is being attempted. Also check DIP switch
settings.
The terminals that cannot communicate with each other may have the same ESSID. Two terminals
with the same ESSID cannot communicate with each other.
Check that the AP IP address and subnet settings have been entered.
Check whether the wireless link mode has been set correctly.
To use the AP in an infrastructure mode, use the user unit in the infrastructure mode as well.
Check whether communication is restricted by security functions.
Check whether the data encryption setting is the same as that of the recipient.
Communication cannot be performed while data encryption is being switched between ON
(enabled) and OFF (disabled).
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Check the peripheral environment and place of installation
A nearby source of electromagnetic interference can prevent communication. In general locations
(excluding factories) the following may be sources of electromagnetic emissions.
5GHz band not conforming to IEEE802.11(when using by IEEE802.11a) or 2.4GHz
band(when using by IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g) wireless network.
Electric devices which give off 2.4GHz band electric wave - microwave oven, security gate (it
is a antitheft gate in the shop), copy machine and so on.
Most electromagnetic sources other than wireless networks are local and not continuous, and therefore
by moving the location of the unit and waiting briefly, communication may be possible.
Sometimes communication is hindered by attenuation of electric waves. Attenuation occurs
naturally as distance from the source of transmission increases, but may also be caused by objects in
the path of the transmission. The objects primarily responsible for attenuation are the following.
Concrete walls
Metallic surfaces around this product
When You Cannot Perform Setup Using a Browser
Check that you are using the correct IP address for the AP.
Check that the IP address of your PC is in the same network group as the IP address of the AP.
Use a recommended browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or later, Netscape Navigator 6 or
later)
You cannot use a browser to communicate with the AP if the TCP/IP protocol is not installed on
your PC.
When the AP Will Not Start
Check the power LED
Check whether the “POWER” LED is illuminated. If not, check the power cable and confirm that
the power plug and mains plug are correctly connected.
Check whether the Power LED is flashing. If the power LED is still flashing more than 5 minutes
after the power is switched on, the problem may be an AP firmware failure. In this case, contact
your retailer.
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8. Appecdix
Factory Default Settings List
Hardware Setup
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switch1
: OFF
switch 2
: OFF
ON
1 2
Figure 8.1. DIP Switch
Initial setup
Table 8.1. Initial setup list (1/4)
Setting item
Setting contents(First default)

Host name (Enter a string of up to 16 single-byte
(Blank)
alphanumeric characters.)
DHCP client
Disable / Enable
IP address (When disabled setting of DHCP client sets :
Seal on the back of housing
enable)
Subnet mask
255.0.0.0
Default gateway
0.0.0.0
Access point construction
Compatible, Integrated
Access point type
Normal, Master, Backup
IP of master AP (It is set when normal or backup)
0.0.0.0
IP of backup AP (It is set when normal or backup)
0.0.0.0
Language setting
Japanese, English
Password (single-byte alphanumeric characters can be
(Blank)
up to 31 characters long and .the password is case
sensitive.)

Port speed
Recognization automatically, 100M/full, 100M/half duplex,
10M/full, 10M/half duplex
Link down sense
Disable, Enable (corresponding to 5/2.4GHz only when unit
type access point.
11g:
AP:
ST:
The function when selecting IEEE802.11g.
The function when unit type is access point.
The function when unit type is station.
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Table 8.1. Initial setup list (2/4)
Setting item
Setting contents(First default)

Interface
Enable, Disable
Wireless LAN standard
IEEE802.11a, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g
Wireless connection mode
Standard, Compatible, advanced infrastructure
Unit type
Access point, Station
*In compatible mode, you can not select station.
ESSID (single-byte alphanumeric characters can be up LocalGroup
to 32 characters long and .the password is case
sensitive.)
AP Channel number
36, 40, 44, 48, 149, 153, 157, 161 : 11a
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 : 11g, 11b
*In station, Free is fixed.
Transmission rate
Auto, 6M, 9M, 12M, 18M, 24M, 36M, 48M, 54M
Encryption
Disable, WEP, AES
Default key
#1, #2, #3, #4
Size / key#1
Disalbe, 64bit(10-digits), 128bit(26-digits), 152bit(32-digits) : WEP
128bit(32-digits) : AES
Key#1 hexadecimal value (0 to 9, a to f or A to F)
Size / Key#2
Disable, 64bit(10-digits), 128bit(26-digits), 152bit(32-digits) : WEP
128bit(32-digits) : AES
Key#2 hexadecimal value (0 to 9, a to f or A to F)
Size / key#3
Disable, 64bit(10-digits), 128bit(26-digits), 152bit(32-digits) : WEP
128bit(32-digits) : AES
Key#3 hexadecimal value (0 to 9, a to f or A to F)
Size / Key#4
Disable, 64bit(10-digits), 128bit(26-digits), 152bit(32-digits) : WEP
128bit(32-digits) : AES
Key#4 hexadecimal value (0 to 9, a to f or A to F)
WSL (Wireless security link)
Disable, Enable(20-digits)
Key WSL hexadecimal value (0 to 9, a to f or A to F)
Transmission output
AP MAC address filtering
11g:
AP:
ST:
68
MAX, 50%(-3dB), 25%(-6dB)
Disable, Enable [List edit : MAX 8192 entries]
The function when selecting IEEE802.11g.
The function when unit type is access point.
The function when unit type is station.
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Table 8.1. Initial setup list (3/4)
Setting item
Setting contents(First default)
11g 802.11g Only mode
Disable, Enable
11g Protect mode
Enable, Disable
11g Protect type
CTS-only, RTS-CTS
AP Antenna selecting
Auto, 1, 2
AP Broadcasting speed control function
Disable, Auto, Enable
AP Broadcasting transmission speed
Auto, 6M, 9M, 12M, 18M, 24M, 36M, 48M, 54M
AP Broadcasting transmission retry count
0, 0 to 10
AP Broadcasting band
0, 0 to 54
AP ESSID security
Disable, Enable
ST Roaming threshold
15, 0 to 95 : 11a, 11g 24, 0 to 95 : 11b
ST Prioritized APs AP 1
00-00-00-00-00-00(No designation) [Speficy the MAC address of AP]
ST Prioritized APs AP 2
00-00-00-00-00-00(No designation) [Speficy the MAC address of AP]
ST Prioritized APs AP 3
00-00-00-00-00-00(No designation) [Speficy the MAC address of AP]
ST Prioritized APs AP 4
00-00-00-00-00-00(No designation) [Speficy the MAC address of AP]
ST Prioritized APs AP 5
00-00-00-00-00-00(No designation) [Speficy the MAC address of AP]
ST Prioritized APs Connect to other APs
Enable, Disable
AP Maximum number of logged in devices
254, 1 to 254

11g:
AP:
ST:
IEEE802.1X function
Disable, Enable
Re-authentication interval(minutes)
2, 2 to 4320
RADIUS server1, IP address
(Set 0.0.0.0 when it is not used./IP address of authentication server.)
RADIUS server1, Port number
1812 (UDP port number of RADIUS)
RADIUS server1, ESSID
(Blank)
RADIUS server1, Shared secret
(Single-byte alphanumeric characters can be up to 128 characters
long. Encryption key to use between authentication server.)
RADIUS server2, IP address
(Set 0.0.0.0 when it is not used./IP address of authentication server.)
RADIUS server2, Port number
1812 (UDP port number of RADIUS)
RADIUS server2, ESSID
(Blank)
RADIUS server2, Shared secret
(Single-byte alphanumeric characters can be up to 128 characters
long. Encryption key to use between authentication server.)
RADIUS server3, IP address
(Set 0.0.0.0 when it is not used./IP address of authentication server.)
RADIUS server3, Port number
1812 (UDP port number of RADIUS)
RADIUS server3, ESSID
(Blank)
RADIUS server3, Shared secret
(Single-byte alphanumeric characters can be up to 128 characters
long. Encryption key to use between authentication server.)
RADIUS server4, IP address
(Set 0.0.0.0 when it is not used./IP address of authentication server.)
RADIUS server4, Port number
1812 (UDP port number of RADIUS)
RADIUS server4, ESSID
(Blank)
RADIUS server4, Shared secret
(Single-byte alphanumeric characters can be up to 128 characters
long. Encryption key to use between authentication server.)
The function when selecting IEEE802.11g.
The function when unit type is access point.
The function when unit type is station.
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Table 8.1. Initial setup list (4/4)
Setting item
Setting contents(First default)
< Extensions >
Bridge Packet Control (MAX 32 entries)
Disable, Enable [List edit : MAX 32 entires]
Network time, function
Disable, Enabled
Network time, IP address
(IP address of network time server)
Network time, time zone
+09:00 (Japanese time zone is between +09:00.)
Access control
Access control, TELNET
Enabled, Disable
Access control, FTP
Enabled, Disable
Access control, WEB server
Enabled, Disable
Access control, administrator IP
Disable, Enabled
Access control, administrator IP address1
0.0.0.0
Access control, administrator IP address2
0.0.0.0

Baud rate
9600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200

SNMP agent function
Disable, Enabled
Community name (Single-byte alphanumeric
characters can be up to 32 characters long and .the
password is case sensitive.)
public
Access permission
Read/Write, Read Only
Trap destination IP address (1 point)
0.0.0.0
Administrator contact information (sysContact)
(Blank), (The string can be up to 32 characters long when all the
characters are single-byte characters or up to 16 characters long
when they are all double-byte characters.)
Device location (sysLocation)
(Blank), (The string can be up to 32 characters long when all the
characters are single-byte characters or up to 16 characters long
when they are all double-byte characters.)
Device name (sysName)
(Blank), (The string can be up to 32 characters long when all the
characters are single-byte characters or up to 16 characters long
when they are all double-byte characters.)

Log function
Disable, Enabled
Overwriting mode
Enabled, Disable
Beginning day/time setting
Beginning day/time setting function
Disable, Enabled
Beginning day/time setting Beginning day/time
ON, OFF
Log setting in detail log-out
ON, OFF
Log setting in detail log-in rejection
ON, OFF
Log setting in detail Roaming
ON, OFF
11g:
AP:
ST:
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Year Month Day Time Minutes
Log setting in detail log-in
The function when selecting IEEE802.11g.
The function when unit type is access point.
The function when unit type is station.
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Setup / Status Items list
WWW brouser
Setting
|− Basic setting
|− Ethernet
|− Wireless LAN
|− Basis
|− Details
|_ Security
|− IEEE802.1X
|− Extensions
|− Function
|− SNMP
|− Log function
|_ Setup list
Status
|− Environmental information
|− Interface
|− Wireless LAN
|− MAC address table
|_ Log information
Meintenance
|− Firware version up
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Terminal
Fxit
Setting
|− Host name
|− DHCP client
|− IP address
|− Subnet mask
|− Default gateway
|− Access point construction
|− Access point type
|− IP address of the masuter AP
|− IP address of the backup AP
|− Ethernet
| |− Port speed
| |_ Link down sense
|− Wireless
| |− Interface
| |− Wireless LAN standard
| |− Wireless connection mode
| |− Unit type
| |− Access point type
| |− IP address of the masuter AP
| |− IP address of the backup AP
| |− ESSDI
| |−Channel No.
| |−Transmission rate
| |− Transmission output
| |− Security
| | |− Encryption
| | |− Default transmitting key
| | |− Key1
| | |− Key2
| | |− Key3
| | |− Key4
| | |− Wireless security connection(WSL)
| | |− ESSID security
| | |− MAC address filtering
| | |_ MAC address filtering list
| |_ Extensions
|− Roaming threshold
|− Prioritized APs
| |− Prioritized APs 1
| |− Prioritized APs 2
| |− Prioritized APs 3
| |− Prioritized APs 4
| |− Prioritized APs 5
| |_ Connect to other APs
|− Statistic node address
|− Maximum number of logged in devices
|− Broadcasting speed control
|− Broadcasting transmission speed
|− Broadcasting transmission retry count
|− Broadcasting band
|− Beacon transmission speed
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|− Antenna selecting
|_ 802.11g paremeter
|− 802.11g-Only mode
|− Protect mode
|_ Protect type
|− IEEE802.1X
| |− ΙEEE802.1X function
| |− Re-authentication interval(minutes)
| |_ RADIUS server list
|− Extensions
| |− Bridge Packet Control
| |− Bridge packet list
| |− Network type
| |− Time server IP address
| |− Time zone
| |_ Access control
| |− TELNET server function
| |− FTP server function
| |− WEB server function
| |− Access from wireless
| |− Administrator IP designation
| |− Administrator IP address1
| |_ Administrator IP address2
|− SNMP
| |− SNMP agent function
| |− Community
| |− Access permission
| |− Trap destination IP address
| |− sysContact
| |− sysName
| |_ sysLocation
|_ Log
|− Log function
|− Overwriting mode
|− Beginning day/time
|− Detailed setting
|− Log-in
|− Log-out
|− Log-in rejection
|− Roaming
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Writing
Re-start
|− Cold boot
|_ Warm boot
System parameter
|− Password
|_ Date / Time
Download
|− Farmware
|_ Setting file
Up loading
|− Setting file
|_ Log file
Default
Status
|− Environment
| |− Lauder version
| |− Firmware version
| |− Hardware version
| |− Ethenet address
| |− Wireless MAC address
| |− IP address
| |− Subnet mask
| |_Default gateway
|− Interface
|− Wireless
| |− Wireless LAN specification
| |− Wireless communication mode
| |− Unit type
| |− Module ID
| |− Wireless MAC address
| |− Belonging AP
| |− ESSID
| |− Channel no.
| |− Transmission rate
| |− Receiving rate
| |− RSSI
| |− Integrated information
| |− Wireless node table
| |− Access point administration
| |− Integrated information
| |− Access point table
| |_ Station table
|− MAC address table
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|− DHCP
|− MIB
| |− system
| |− interfaces
| |− at
| |− ip
| |− icmp
| |− tcp
| |− udp
| |− snmp
|_ Log
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Product Specifications
Physical Specifications
Table 8.2. Product Specifications
Specification
Wired
LAN
unit
Wireless
LAN
unit
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Ethernet standard
IEEE802.3(10BASE-T) IEEE802.3u(100BASE-TX)
Data transmission speed
10/100Mbps
Access method
CSMA/CD
Communication type
Half Duplex, Full Duplex
Number of ports
1(10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)
IEEE802.11a
IEEE802.11b
IEEE802.11g
Antenna
Transmission format
IEEE802.11a standard OFDM
(Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing)
Channel
8ch(36, 40, 44, 48, 149, 153, 157, 161)
Data transmission speed
54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6Mbps (Fix / Auto)
Access method
CSMA/CA + ACK(RTS/CTS)
Wireless category
ISM Baud (5.150 to 5.250GHz, 5.725 to 5.825GHz)
Aerial power
10mW/MHz or less
Security
WEP(64/128/152Bit) and AES(128Bit) / WSL(Wireless
Security Link)
Compatible of using both WEP, AES and WSL.
MAC address filtering, IEEE802.1X
Transmission format
It conforms to the IEEE802.11b CCK, QPSK, BPSK form
Channel
11ch(1 to 11)
Data transmission speed
11, 5.5, 2, 1Mbps(Fix / Auto)
Access method
CSMA/CA + ACK(RTS/CTS)
Wireless category
ISM Baud (2.4 to 2.4835GHz)
Aerial power
10mW/MHz or less
Security
WEP(64/128/152Bit) and AES(128Bit) / WSL(Wireless
Security Link).
Compatible of using both WEP, AES and WSL.,
MAC address filtering, IEEE802.1X
Transmission format
IEEE802.11g standard OFDM
(Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing)
Channel
11ch (1 to 11)
Data transmission speed
54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6Mbps(Fix / Auto)
Access method
CSMA/CA + ACK(RTS/CTS)
Wireless category
ISM Baud (2.4 to 2.4835GHz)
Aerial power
10mW/MHz or less
Security
WEP(64/128/152Bit) and AES(128Bit) / WSL(Wireless
Security Link).
Compatible of using both WEP, AES and WSL.
MAC address filtering, IEEE802.1X
Chip-type, diversity antenna(Built-in)
External dimension(mm)
81(W) x 26.5(D) x 175(H)
Weitht
0.2kg
Length of AC adapter cable
1.5m
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Software Specifications
Table 8.3. Software Specifications
Specification
Protocols
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IP(RFC791), ICMP(RFC792), UDP(RFC768),
TCP(RFC793,896), ARP(RFC826),
HTTPD(RFC1866), TELNET(RFC),
FTPD(RFC959), TFTP(RFC783,906),
DHCP(RFC2131)
Environmental Specifications for Installing the FX-DS540-APDL-U
Table 8.4. Environmental Specifications (Environmental Specs)
Specification
DC supply voltage(Input)
FX-DS540-APDL-U
3.3VDC±5% 1.3A(Max.) (AC adapter(bundled))
Operating temperature
0 to 50°C
Operating humidity
10 to 90%RH (No condensation)
Airborne dust
Not extreme
Corrosive gases
None
Permitted transient power failure
17ms or less (100VAC@25°C)
An automatic reset is performed when low voltage is detected.
Table 8.5. AC Adapter Environmental Conditions (Environmental Specs)
Specification
FX-DS540-APDL-U’s accessory
AC supply voltage(Input)
100 to 240VAC 0.3A(Max.)
AC supply frequency
47 to 63Hz
DC supply voltage(Output)
3.3VDC±5% 1.5 A(Max.)
Operating temperature
0 to 50°C
Operating humidity
20 to 90%RH (No condensation)
Airborne dust
Not extreme
Corrosive gases
None
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External Dimensions
175
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WLAN
LAN
26.5
POWER
UTP
Figure 8.2. External Dimensions(FX-DS540-APDL-U)
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LEDs
Front
WLAN
WLAN
LAN
LED
LAN
POWER
POWER
Figure 8.3. FX-DS540-APDL-U(Front)
During Normal Operation
Table 8.6. During Normal Operation
Name
Status
POWER
LAN
Indicator
ON
Indicates that the device is operating.
Flashing
Indicates that the device is being started (going to operate after the power switch was turned on)
ON
Indicates that a wired LAN has been connected.
Flashing
Indicates the transmitting / receiving between terminal connected by the wired LAN and the
data.
WLAN
OFF
Indicates that a wired LAN has been no connected.
ON
It displays that user unit is logged-in (When access point).
Flashing
Indicates the transmitting / receiving between terminal connected by the wireless LAN and the
It displays that user unit is logged-in access point (When station).
data.
OFF
It displays that user unit is not logged-in (When access point).
It displays that user unit is not logged-in access point (When station).
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Others
Table 8.7. When Writing Firmware
Name
Status
POWER
Flashing
LAN
simultaneously
Indicator
Writing firmware is in progress
WLAN
Table 8.8. Error Display(The POWER LED blinks twice)
Name
Status
LAN
Flashing Wired LAN error
WLAN
Flashing Wireless LAN error
Indicator
Input/Output Interface
Pin Assignment for UTP Port
Table 8.9. UTP Port Pin Assignments
Pin.No
Signal
TD +
TD -
RD +
Not used *
Not used *
RD -
Not used *
Not used *
* : When supplying the power form UTP cable.
4, 7pin LANVCC(+24)
5, 8pin LANGND(0V)
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Comparison to FLEXLAN DS110 series
terminology
The table below compares terms used for the FLEXLAN DS540 series and those for the FLEXLAN
DS110 series.
Table 8.10. FLEXLAN DS540/DS110 terminology comparison table
FLEXLAN DS540series
Name
Wireless Link Mode
WLM
Standard Infrastructure
if-std
Compatible Infrastructure if-comp
Advanced Infrastructure
FLEXLN DS110series
Abbreviation
if-adv
Operating Mode
Standard Mode
Interconnection Mode
Integrated mode, Standard Mode + Interconnection Mode,
Interconnection Mode Plus
Simple Adhoc
ad-simp
Simple Mode, Adhoc
Compatible Adhoc
ad-comp
Compatible Adhoc
Wireless Security Link
WSL
WEP, Standard Mode
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Glossary
SQE(Signal Quality Error) (Heartbeat)
This uses the same signal line as the collision signal for the purpose of notifying the
transmitting terminal that the packets sent from the terminal are sent correctly over the
cable.
PPP(Point to Point Protocol)
A protocol for communicating using TCP/IP over a serial line.
IEEE(Institute of Electrical Electronics Engineers)
"I-triple-E," involved in a wide range of fields from communications and computer to
medicine and biology, with primary activities related to publishing articles and
sponsoring conferences, but also recommending and setting of standards. The
organization sponsoring Committee 802, which is responsible for LAN related matters.
IEEE802.11/ IEEE802.11a/IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g
The wireless LAN standard established by the IEEE.
OFDM(Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing)
OFDM is a modulation technique for transmission using different bandwidths. It is
characterized by immunity to fading and multipath.
MIB(Management Information Base)
The value of a MIB is determined by the Internet standard control information
structure.
SNMP(Sinmple Network Management Protcol)
A function necessary for network control, provides three functions: Get (acquire), Set
(modify), and Trap (notify event). Conceived as an easily installable control protocol
that places as little load on the network as possible.
Diversity
A method of using multiple antennas, and selecting the one with the best receiving
conditions.
Router
A device for relaying between LAN's. The router determines data addresses by the
combination of a network address assigned to the network and an individual computer
address. Used particularly in medium-scale and larger LAN systems with very large
number of clients, to reduce traffic (congestion) on communication lines.
Bridge
A device for relaying between LAN's. The bridge determines whether to relay data
based on the address of the computer to which the data is being sent. It can be used to
connect networks having different protocols, or when data for broadcast to all
computers is received, can send this to all connected networks.
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Brouter
A router with an added bridge function. When data received from one network cannot
be processed by the router because a different protocol is used, the bridge function can
be used to send the data on to the other network.
LAN(Local Area Network)
A network configured from mutual connections between computers within a limited
area. Also called an "intranet" or "business or regional data communications network."
RSSI(Receive Signal Strength Indication)
A numeric indicator of incoming signal strength.
Spectrum diffusion transmission
A method of transmission in which signals that are normally transmitted over a given
limited frequency band undergo narrow band modulation (primary modulation), then
again diffuse modulation (secondary modulation) to intentionally diffuse the signal
over a broad frequency spectrum.
DS(Direct Sequence)
A type of spectrum diffusion signal using narrow band modulation with phase
modulation, in which the diffusion is by means of phase modulation using a broad band
diffusion signal (pseudo random strings).
CSMA/CA(Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance)
CSMA is a method of avoiding collision by which wireless terminals listen before
transmitting and do not transmit if they can year transmissions from other wireless
terminals. CSMA/CA is CSMA plus additional collision avoidance functions.
Hidden Terminal Problem
When wireless terminals are farther apart then their electric signals can reach, or their
signals are obstructed by objects, neither may be able to receive the other's signals.
Any two such wireless terminals are said to be hidden from each other. In Ad Hoc
mode, because the carrier sense function is not effective between hidden terminals
there is a higher probability of collisions and throughput (the volume of information
sent in a given time interval) is reduced.
RTS(Reqest To Send)
In communication via AP, transmission is controlled by CSMA/CA plus RTS. In RTS,
a wireless terminal asks the AP if it is all right to transmit, and only transmits after an
OK-to-send acknowledgement signal is returned. This serves to avoid unnecessary
collisions when hidden terminals exist because hidden terminals cannot transmit.
Roaming
This term has the same meaning as roaming for a portable phone or PHS. The AP is in
the role commonly called the 'antenna/base station' for the phone or PHS, and the user
unit is in the role of the phone itself.
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Peer-To-Peer
A network in which two or more nodes can communicate directly with each other
without going through another device.
AP(ACCESS POINT)
Access point. In the FLEXLAN DS540 series, the access point serves as a bridge
between a wired network and a wireless network and provides IP tunneling; it is
indispensable for the versatility and scalability of the wireless network.
User Unit
In FLEXLAN DS540 series, user unit means the device loading
FX-DS540-PCC/FX-DS540-PCC2/FX-DS540-PCD.
ESSID(Extended Service Set ID)
In the FLEXLAN DS540 series, the ESS ID is like a name assigned to the wireless
LAN network to which a unit belongs. The same name must not be given to more than
one wireless terminal. Conversely, a wireless network can be partitioned by using
different ESS ID names.
Channel
This has the same meaning as in TV and radio terminology. The 5.15 to 5.25 GHz band
(namely 36, 40, 44, 48, total : 4channels) and the 5.725 to 5.825 GHz band (namely 149,
153, 157, 161, total : 4channles) used by this products is stipulated by IEEE802.11a to
be divided into a total of thirteen channles.
The 2.4 to 2.4835GHz band (namely from 1 to 11, total : 11channels) used by this
products is stipulated by IEEE802.11b/g to be divided into a total of eleven channles.
Radio transceivers different in channel cannot communicate with each other even when
they belong to the same network.
Network
RX
RX
LIN K
LINK
W RX
WR X
WLIN K
WLINK
PO W E R
PO WER
AP1
Channel1
AP2
Channel6
RX
RX
L I NK
RX
L IN
L IN
WR X
WL I N K
P OW
W LN
I K
ER
P O WE R
RX
L IN
W RX
WL IN K
P O WE R
RX
RX
L IN K
WR X
P O
WE R
WR X
L IN K
W LN
I K
P O WE R
RX
L I NK
RX
WL I N K
P OW
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of Atheros Communications, Inc.
CONTEC CO.,LTD is using the Atheros trademarks
with permission from and on behalf of Atheros Communications, Inc.
FX-DS540-APDL-U
User’s Manual
CONTEC CO., LTD.
July 2007 Edition
3-9-31, Himesato, Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka 555-0025, Japan
Japanese http://www.contec.co.jp/
English http://www.contec.com/
Chinese http://www.contec.com.cn/
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written
consent of CONTEC CO., LTD.
[08062003]
[07062007]
Management No. A-46-824
Parts No.
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