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FM 4500 MOBI
User manual
Manual version 1.1.1
Firmware Version 8.x
Copyright © 2005-2017 Fluidmesh Networks
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WARNING
ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD INSTALL THIS UNIT. THE INSTALLATION
SHOULD CONFORM TO ALL LOCAL CODES. IN SOME COUNTRIES, A CERTIFIED
ELECTRICIAN MAY BE REQUIRED.
CAUTION
When open, the unit should not be dripping or splashing. No object filled with liquid shall be
placed on the unit.
Radios should be installed in restricted access locations only.
NOTICE TO USERS
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Fluidmesh is a registered trademark of Fluidmesh Networks LLC, MeshWizard, EasyMesh,
FMQuadro, FluidThrottle, VOLO, FLUIDITY, Virtual Gig, Endo, MOBI are trademarks of
Fluidmesh Networks, LLC.
Microsoft, Windows, Internet Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
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All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trade-marks of their respective
owners.
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1 Manual Overview
This manual describes how to install and operate the Fluidmesh 4500 MOBI product. More
specifically, this manual contains a general overview of the Fluidmesh 4500 MOBI in Section 3.1.
This user’s manual also includes a complete overview of the network architectures that can be
created using Fluidmesh technology, and is discussed in Section 4. The Fluidmesh network
addressing is described in Section 5. The use of Fluidmesh software plug-ins, their features, and
their installation procedures in a network follows in Section 6. The FMQuadro is then described in
Section 7. Please note that, unless otherwise explicitly specified, the FMQuadro presentation refers
to the Fluidmesh 4500 MOBI. Screenshots shown in this manual are explanatory examples and may
be different from the ones that appear when you run the FMQuadro.
Figure 1.1: FM 4500 MOBI
2 Precautions
2.1 Fluidmesh Networks Products Are For Professional Use Only
Fluidmesh Networks products have been designed with safety in mind. However, if not used
properly, they can cause fires that may lead to serious bodily injuries. To avoid such accidents,
make sure that you are properly qualified to install these products.
2.2 In Case of Breakdown
In case of system breakdown, discontinue use and immediately contact your authorized Fluidmesh
Networks dealer or Fluidmesh Networks LLC directly.
2.3 In Case of Abnormal Operations
If the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell, if water or other foreign matter enters the enclosure, or
if your drop the unit or damage the enclosure, power off the unit immediately and contact your
authorized Fluidmesh Networks dealer or Fluidmesh Networks LLC directly.
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3 Installation and System Set-Up
This section describes how to install and set up Fluidmesh products.
Please refer to physical installation instructions manual for proper wiring and installation
procedures.
3.1 Fluidmesh 4500 MOBI
The Fluidmesh 4500 MOBI (part number FM4500M-HW, for simplicity referred to as FM4500) is
designed for connecting moving vehicles. The hardware is enclosed in an IP66-rated metal
enclosure.
Figure 3.1: FM 4500 MOBI
The FM4500 can operate both as a point-to-point wireless bridge or as a single radio mesh unit.
The former operating mode is described in Section 4.1 whereas the latter is discussed in Section 4.2.
3.1.1 Proper Installation Procedures
Metal hose-clamp are supplied to install the unit on a pole. (Please refer to installation instructions)
FM4500 MOBI is specifically designed for rail application and is equipped with 8 pins M12 Ethernet
ports and 5 pins M12 DC-IN power supply ports. Please refer to the diagram of figure installation
instructions for the specific wiring of the 8pins and 5 pins M12 ports respectively.
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Figure 3.2: FM 4500 MOBI – Bottom view
3.1.2 Status and Link LEDs
A panel on the front of the FM4500 MOBI, shown in Figure 3.3, provides six (6) LEDs which can be
used to check the unit and the link quality status. From the left-hand side, the first 2 green LEDs
indicate the unit power, the Ethernet port activity, respectively. The remaining 4 colored LEDs
indicate the level of the link signal and can be used for antenna alignment purposes. During the
unit boot-up process, the LEDs indicate the boot status and can be used for problem detection.
Specifically, the 4 colored LEDs light up in sequence from the leftmost one (red) to rightmost one
(bright green). If the LEDs lighting up sequence does not complete, then an error has been detected
during the booting process. Please refer to Table 3.3 for details.
Figure 3.3: From Left To Right Status LEDs, Link/Boot LEDs
LED$#$(Color)
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Boot$Status
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Link$Quality!
1$(Red)
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.##)/0%&1!23+*&$
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2$(Orange)
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52%)!
3$(Green)
!
7##8
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4$(Green)
!
:*),!'##8
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Table 3.3: FM4500 MOBI Boot/Link Status LEDs Color Scheme
Powering the unit
FM4500 could be powered using a standard IEEE802.3at switch through the LAN1/PoE 8-pins M12
ports, or with a 48Vdc in (not included) using the 5 pins M12 slot.
Please refer to the installation instructions for the specific port wiring.
To minimize power losses, it is recommended to install the PoE injector as close as possible to the
FM radio. The maximum suggested distance is 330ft/ 100m.
3.2 Use Shielded Cables
Please note that only professional outdoor-rated shielded cables must be used in conjunction with the
FM radios.
In order to secure proper grounding for the radio and to get reliable connectivity, it is strongly
recommended to use shielded CAT5/6 cables and connectors.
Please refer to installation instructions for proper wiring and installation procedures
3.3 Factory Default Hardware Reset
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The FM radios can be reset to factory default using the proper RESET button present at the bottom
of the unit. To reset the radio to factory default settings, power up the unit and wait approximately
40 seconds for the unit to boot up. Once the unit is up and running, press the reset button for 7
seconds. The radio will restore the factory default settings and automatically reboot. The LEDs
will blink when the unit receives the reset to factory default signal. After the reset, the default IP
address of 192.168.0.10/255.255.255.0 is restored and the administrator password is set to admin.
The RESET button can also be used to reboot the unit when pressed for 1 second.
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4 Fluidmesh Architecture Overview
The FM4500 series can be used to create any kind of network architecture such as point-to-point
links and mesh networks. More-over, thanks to the innovative FluidMAX™ patent pending
technology, point-to-multipoint links can be created. This also gives to the user the ability to create
mixed networks architectures (shown in Figure 4.1) leading to higher performance and flexibility in
the deployment. In the following section we describe how to build point-to-point, point-to-
multipoint, and mesh networks with the Fluidmesh products.
Figure 4.1: General Network Architecture That Can Be Built Using a
Combination of FM Units
4.1 Point-to-Point Wireless Bridge
A wireless bridge enables two local networks (i.e., network segments) to communicate with each
other as depicted in Figure 4.2.
Figure 4.2: Point-To-Point Network Architecture
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The wireless bridge is defined as “transparent” because its activity is transparent to the network hosts.
In other words, the wireless bridge forwards packets from one network segment to the other
according to a “forwarding table” which is built by learning the network topology from the analysis of
the incoming traffic. In this configuration, no explicit interaction between the wireless bridge and
the network hosts takes place. The two network segments, connected to both sides of the wireless
bridge, will share the same IP addressing class. Thus, each network host must use a unique IP
address, i.e., it is not allowed to have two devices sharing the same IP address.
4.2 Mesh Network Architecture
This section describes the Fluidmesh mesh networking architecture and the basic functionalities of
the FM4500 series. For the sake of clarity, we will refer to a generic FM unit whenever the
discussion applies to the FM4500.
Fluidmesh Networks develops wireless networking solutions based on the innovative mesh
networking architecture which presents unmatched advantages in terms of reliability and flexibility
compared to any traditional wireless solution. Using Fluidmesh technology for your network
allows you to take advantage of this powerful architecture. An example of wireless mesh
network is shown in Figure 4.3. In a wireless mesh network, every FM unit transmits the data packets
coming from the devices directly attached to it and also acts as an “intelligent router” able to
forward packets coming from other FM units through the optimal path.
In a redundant and reliable mesh network, every stream of data packets has multiple available paths
to reach the base station, and the network forwards the packets through the optimal path at any
point in time. The absence of any single point of failure increases its reliability compared to any
other transmission technology, either wireless or wired.
Figure 4.3: Fluidmesh Mesh Networking Architecture
4.3 Point-to-Multipoint Architecture: FluidMAX™
Developing FluidMAX1, Fluidmesh embraced the Point-to-Multipoint architecture (see Figure
4.4) improving its features and capabilities to meet the needs of system integrators in the security
and industrial automation industry. The FluidMAX technology is based on a centralized Medium
Access Control (MAC) protocol and allows Fluidmesh customers to create point-to-multipoint
networks using the FM units.
With the FluidMAX technology, an FM unit can thus be used at the center of the star topology in a
point-to-multipoint fashion using sector antennas or antenna splitters with multiple directional
1 Patent pending.
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antennas. The unit operating at the center of the star topology plays the role of Master and is in
charge of coordinating communications to and from the other units that thus act as Slaves. As a
result, the hidden and exposed terminal problems are eliminated by the centralized FluidMAX
MAC protocol that supports up to 500 Mb/s maximum throughput2. By reducing the number of
slaves, the supported rate per slave can be increased provided that the sum of the throughput
requirements of the slaves is lower than or equal to 150 Mb/s.
Figure 4.4: Point-To-Multipoint Network Architecture
FluidMAX is fully automatic and integrated within the mesh architecture. By continuously
monitoring the network topology, FM units are able to automatically select whether to operate the
FluidMAX MAC protocol or remain in the initial mesh operating mode. Consequently, no
additional configuration is needed to enable the FluidMAX features because the communication
protocol is automatically chosen by the FluidMAX protocol based on the detected network topology.
4.4 FLUIDITY LAYOUT
4.5 Prodigy
Firmware versions 6.5 or above feature the innovative Prodigy 2.0 MPLS-based protocol. The
protocol is a quantum leap in terms of performance with respect to its predecessor Prodigy 1.0.
Prodigy 2.0 features include Fluidity (through software plug-in), traffic engineering and advanced
QoS. Prodigy 2.0 is NOT compatible with Prodigy 1.0. The protocol selection can be done, for
back-compatibility, using the Web GUI in the Local Configuration page (see Section 7.6 for more
details). No mixed operation of Prodigy 1.0 and Prodigy 2.0 are allowed. In case of expansion of
current network deployments two options are available:
1. Setting the newly added units with Firmware 6.5 or above to operate in Prodigy 1.0.
2. Upgrading the previously deployed units with a Firmware 6.5 or above and set them to
operate in Prodigy 2.0.
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We recommend option 1 if there is no specific issue in the network.
2 We assume the default channel width of 80 MHz
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5 Fluidmesh Network Addressing
5.1 Bridge IP Addressing
The FM unit can be operated in bridge mode to create a single point-to-point connection
between two network segments as described in Section 4.1.
Each FM unit is provided with a default IP address for its wired Ethernet port(s), which is:
192.168.0.10
No IP address is associated to the wireless interface.
When you set up a wireless bridge using two FM units for the first time, both units will have the
same default IP address equal to 192.168.0.10. It is recommended to change the IP address of
one of the two units in order to unambiguously address and configure the system with no
confusion (see Figure 5.1).
Figure 5.1: Wireless Network Architecture And Initial Bridge Configuration
5.1.1 Connecting and Configuring IP Devices and Cameras
The FM4500 MOBI features two M12 ports.
The camera or the device attached to the FM unit should use an IP address belonging to the same
class of the devices on the other network segment of the wireless bridge.
The default IP subnet is 192.168.0.0/255.255.255.0 and the default IP address of the radio is
192.168.0.10 / 255.255.255.0
5.2 Mesh Addressing
The FM units have two modes of operation which are used to develop mesh network architectures:
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• Mesh Point Mode
• Mesh End Mode
Mesh Point Mode: it is the default mode for the FM unit. Each unit in the field that is not
connected to the wired LAN backbone must be set in Mesh Point Mode.
Mesh End Mode: in the Fluidmesh network, an FM unit that is connected to the main wired LAN
must be set in Mesh End Mode. The Mesh End unit is the junction point between the wireless
network and any IP-based wired network.
Regardless of its configuration, any FM unit comes from the factory with a unique unit ID with the
following format:
5.a.b.c
where the triplet (a,b,c) unambiguously identifies the unit and cannot be changed. The unit ID is
used to identify the units throughout the Web-based Graphical User Interface (GUI).
Figure 5.2: Fluidmesh Network Addressing
5.2.1 Network Addressing
The Fluidmesh layer 2 addressing allows configuring each FM unit and each device connected
to the FM units according to the IP address class used within the private LAN to which the Mesh
End unit is connected. A sample network configuration is shown in Figure 5.2.
The Fluidmesh network logically becomes part of the private LAN where (usually) the control
room resides. Therefore, both the FM units and any other edge device should be provided with a
private LAN IP address and will be accessed through that specified IP address.
Consider the layout in Figure 5.2 where the private LAN IP address class is 192.168.150.0 with
netmask 255.255.255.0. Each device is configured with an IP address belonging to this class.
Please note that each IP address must be univocal within the entire network to avoid address
conflicts. The default IP address of each FM unit is 192.168.0.10 with netmask 255.255.255.0.
Finally, please note that the default factory-set 5.a.b.c unit IDs are still valid and used to
unambiguously identify each FM unit.
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Multiple FM units can be connected together through a network switch to form clusters of radios
if needed. The Fluidmesh proprietary routing proto-col will be run automatically on the cabled
segment of the network. Please note that the units must be operated in Mesh Point mode only to
activate the cluster feature.
5.2.2 Connecting and Configuring an Ethernet Edge-Device
The FM unit Ethernet ports can be used to connect all kinds of Ethernet edge devices (e.g. IP
Cameras, Video-Servers, Wi-Fi Access Points, etc.). Any Ethernet device can be configured either
manually or automatically through a DHCP server residing on the LAN network. The Fluidmesh
network is totally transparent so DHCP requests and responses are forwarded transparently across the
network.
A manual IP setting is recommended in any video-surveillance system where the cameras need to
have a fixed custom IP address to be accessed by the video-recording software.
5.2.3 VLAN Tagging (Software Plug-In Required)
Virtual LAN (VLAN) tagging (or IEEE 802.1q) is a networking standard allowing multiple switched
networks to transparently share the same physical hardware without the leakage of information
between networks. For example, consider a company with several departments. With VLAN tagging,
a separate private logical network is made available for each department while using only one
physical corporate network. Each VLAN is identified by a specific number called VLAN ID (VID)
which is also used for tagging packets belonging to the same VLAN. Because VLANs are based on
logical instead of physical connections, several types of VLANs exist based on the criteria adopted to
logically separate networks. The traditional VLAN scheme is port-based where each physical
Ethernet port is configured specifying membership in a VLAN. However, if there are requirements
that individuals or devices must be segregated regardless of their physical location, the MAC-based
VLANs can be used. In this case, the network is configured with an access list mapping individual
MAC addresses to VLAN membership. Other, less common, types of VLANs exist like the protocol
based VLANs, where the protocol type is used to separate networks. VLAN tagging is usually
supported by network switches with advanced capabilities. The wireless networks can be viewed as a
large distributed switch with VLAN support. Two different types of VLAN tagging mechanisms are
supported: port-based and mac-based VLANs. Fig 5.3 reports a network configuration example where
two VLANs are set up, i.e. using VID #2 and VID #3. Each VLAN uses a separate IP address class
and the devices belonging to the VLANs must be configured accordingly.
The Fluidmesh VLAN implementation is compatible with the specification of the IEEE 802.1q
standard and, thus, the Fluidmesh network can interoperate with other VLAN-aware network devices.
VLAN trunking between the Fluidmesh network and the Ethernet switches is also supported to enable
carrying VLAN membership information throughout the wireless and wired network segments.
The VLAN tagging can be enabled and configured through the Web interface as described in Section
7.11.1.
5.2.4 Multicast Streaming
To enable multicast video-streams from IP cameras or video-encoders, no multicast group setting
is required. Every multicast packet will be forwarded by the Mesh Point unit towards the closest
Mesh End unit. Please refer to Section 7.15 for additional details.
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6 Software Plug-Ins
The Fluidmesh 4500 MOBI (part number FM4500M-HW) feature the innovative FluidThrottle™
technology which provides a variable software-upgradable capacity of the Ethernet port based on the
user’s needs.
Please refer to a Fluidmesh representative for the full upgrade list.
Part$Number$
Description$
FM4500$
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5;<:A=B!
:A=B!.06'!C&!
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Table 6.1: Software Plug-In Upgrades
Figure 6.1: Plug-In Installation Procedure
Additionally, the FM3200, the FM1200 and the FM4500 can be upgraded to support the AES
industry-grade data encryption, the 4.9 GHz U.S. public safety band3, Fluidity, the L2TP tunneling,
the Virtual Gigabit. Fluidity, Virtual Gigabit are described in specific user guides. A summary of the
available Plug-ins for the FM units is reported in Table 6.1.
3 Not available in Brazil and Canada.
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6.1 Plug-In Activation/Deactivation Procedure
The Plug-in management procedure has been standardized for maximum flexibility as follows.
When a customer purchases a Fluidmesh Plug-in, a generic 16-digit License Code is provided.
Because the License Code is generic and not associated with any device, it needs to be activated
before it can be used on a Fluidmesh device. In order to activate a License Code, the user can
access the Fluidmesh website4 (www.fluidmesh.com) and bind the License Code to the
specific Fluidmesh Unit ID or Fluidmesh Product Serial Number to which the Plug-in should be
applied. By doing so, the Fluidmesh website will provide the user with a specific eight digit
Activation Code that can be applied to the specific device to activate the Plug-in functionalities.
The overall process is depicted in Figure 6.1.
Figure 6.2(a) depicts the Fluidmesh Web extranet interface to generate Activation Codes available at
www.fluidmesh.com. As indicated, the purchased License Code must be bound to the unit’s
unique ID (both the unit ID and the Serial Number are accepted) in order to get the Activation Code.
Please refer to Section 7.13 to input the Activation Code into the unit Web interface.
To provide the maximum flexibility in the Plug-in management, Fluidmesh allows the deactivation
of any installed Plug-in in order to transfer it to another Fluidmesh unit. Specifically, each Plug-in
can be deactivated via the Web interface of the unit according to the procedure described in
Section 7.13. A Deactivation Code is provided by the unit which can be input in the Fluidmesh
Plug-in Management Web Page on Fluidmesh Extranet to generate a fresh License Code as
depicted in Figure 6.2(b). The latter can then be used to generate a new Activation Code to
activate the Plug-in for a different unit.
(a)
Plug-in Activation
4 In order to access the Fluidmesh extranet, users need to register on the Fluidmesh website at
www.fluidmesh.com. Registration is free of charge.
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(b)
Plug-in Deactivation
Figure 6.2: Activation/Deactivation Code
Generation Web interface available at www.fluidmesh.com.
7 FMQuadro™ Web Based Interface and Configuration
Every FM unit can be configured and managed using a Web-based Graphical User Interface
(GUI). By default, each FM unit is configured in Bridge Mode with the Bridge IP address
192.168.0.10 and netmask 255.255.255.0.
To change the settings on the units, you need to log-in to the Web- based interface.
7.1 Software and Hardware Requirements
To log-in to the Web GUI, you need a PC with a Web-browser, an Ethernet port, and an Ethernet
cable.
Requirements List:
• Cat5 / 6 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors.
• PC with the following characteristics:
– Windows XP or Windows 2000. In this manual, we assume use of Windows XP and
every instruction or screenshot is based on this assumption. The device can also be
configured using other operating systems, such as Linux, MAC OS, or older versions of
Windows.
– Chrome. In this manual, we suggest theuse of Chrome. A Fluidmesh device can also be
configured using other browsers such as older versions of Internet Explorer, Firefox or
Safari but the configuration using these browsers has not been thoroughly tested.
– Wired Ethernet Network Card.
– Hardware Requirements. Typical PC hardware allowing for proper operations of
Windows XP and Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.
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7.2 Logging Into The Web-Based Interface
Power up the device and wait for about one minute for the initialization to be completed. Connect
an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors between a computer and the Fluidmesh device that you want
to configure.
Configure the wired Ethernet port of your computer according to the de-fault class “C” IP
address of the device, e.g., IP: 192.168.0.30,
B*$-2+1D!!
255.255.255.0.
If you do not know how to configure your Windows PC, please refer to Section 8 where the
manual IP configuration process is described. Disable the Access the Internet using a proxy
server function. To disable this function, go to Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections
> LAN Settings and uncheck the Enable box. Disable the wireless Wi-Fi card of your PC if
present to avoid routing issues between the two network interfaces of your computer. Open a
Web browser such as Internet Explorer and type the following URL:
http://192.168.0.10!
Please use http:// for FM3200 / FM1100 radios and https:// for FM1200 A log-in form asking for a
username and a password should appear as shown in Figure 7.1.
To preserve the security of your system, make sure you change the default password once the entire
installation is completed. In case the log-in form does not appear, please refer to Section 8.
The default username and password are:
Username: admin
Password: admin
Figure 7.1: Log-In Window.
7.3 End-User License Agreement and Region of Operation
The first time you log-in, you will be asked to accept the terms of the end-user license
agreement and select the country where you will be operating the unit (Figure 7.2 is an example
for an FM4500 unit). You must accept the terms of the license agreement in order to activate the
device. If you do not wish to accept the terms of the license agreement, please turn off the unit and
contact Fluidmesh Networks. Choosing a wrong country/regulatory domain setting may lead to an
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illegal wireless configuration.
Once the license is accepted, the unit can be configured. Two configuration methods are available as
shown in Figure 7.3(a): MeshWizard™ and Classic. The former consists of a simple four step
wizard to configure the basic settings of the unit (see Section 7.4), whereas the latter is the classic
Fluidmesh FMQuadro for advanced configuration (see Section 7.5).
Figure 7.2: End-User License Agreement
7.4 MeshWizard™
MeshWizard is a simple yet effective tool to configure the basic settings of an FM unit based on the
following four steps:
Step 1, Figure 7.3(a): click on the “Wizard” button to start configuring the unit;
Step 2, Figure 7.3(b): unit IP configuration;
Step 3, Figure 7.3(c): wireless radio frequencies configuration;
Step 4, Figure 7.3(d): settings summary and configuration save.
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(a)
Step 1 (b) Step 2
(c) Step 3 (d) Step 4
Figure 7.3: MeshWizard™ FM Unit Configuration Steps
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7.5 Web-Based Interface Menus
Once logged in successfully, the general mode page will appear as shown in Figure 7.4. Through
this page you can change the mode of operation of the FM unit. The item list menu on the left
can be used to set/ modify the configuration of the unit.
Figure 7.4: FM Unit General Configuration Window
7.6 General Mode
Firmware version 6.5 supports both Prodigy 1.0 and Prodigy 2.0. Prodigy 2.0 is NOT compatible
with Prodigy 1.0. The protocol selection can be done, for back-compatibility, using the
FMQuadro General Mode Configuration page. Please make sure that all the units within the
same network use the same protocol version. No mixed operation of Prodigy 1.0 and Prodigy
2.0 are allowed. In case of expansion of current network deployments two options are available:
1.
Setting the newly added units with Firmware 6.5 or above to operate in Prodigy 1.0.
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2.
Upgrading the previously deployed units with a Firmware 6.5 or above and set them to
operate in Prodigy 2.0.
We recommend option 1.if there is no specific issue in the network.
Every FM unit has three possible modes of operations:
• Bridge Mode
• Mesh Point Mode
• Mesh End Mode
The FM unit factory default mode is Bridge. The Mesh Point mode must be used for any unit
deployed in the field. On the other hand, the FM unit must be set in Mesh End whenever it is
connected to the main cabled network where the control room (usually) resides. You will need to
input the settings of the wired network (LAN) to the FM unit that will be connected. The
default IP address of the FM unit is 192.168.0.10 and the default Netmask is 255.255.255.0. If
you do not know the LAN settings, contact the local network administrator before changing the
settings of the gateway.
Please remember that a Mesh End unit is always necessary for the correct mesh network operations,
even for small networks (e.g., 2 FM units).
7.7 Wireless Settings
The wireless settings menu is used to configure the radio present in the FM unit and can be
accessed by clicking on wireless radio. The wireless settings menu is available in either Basic
(Figure 7.5) or Advanced mode (Figure 7.6). The former provides the basic radio configuration
options whereas the latter can be enabled by expert users for tuning the radio channel width or using
non-standard carriers. The following wireless parameters are available:
Shared Passphrase: The shared passphrase is a shared secret that must be set in every FM unit
forming a wireless network. Any Fluidmesh device that does not have the correct passphrase will
not be able to be part of the network. Different passphrases can also be used to create separate
Fluidmesh networks in the same area and sharing the same frequencies. Passphrase secret is also
used for setting the Fluidmesh proprietary encryption secret.
Country: You need to specify the country where you will operate the unit. Different countries
have different telecommunications regulations. Setting the country properly allows you to operate
in compliance with national regulations. The available frequencies and other settings related to
the RF operation will vary based on the selected country. Choosing the wrong country/ regulatory
domain may lead to an illegal operation of the unit.
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Figure 7.5: Wireless Parameters Configuration-Basic Mode
Please make sure the country has been properly specified before changing the frequency of the
system.
Frequency Selectors: All Fluidmesh units are equipped with multi-band radios capable of operating
on the 4.9-6 GHz bands5. You can change the frequency of each radio in order to minimize
interference with other wireless networks operating in the same area. The frequencies listed on
the Frequency Selector are the carrier frequencies. Please note that when the unit is forced to be
“SLAVE” of a point-to-multipoint topology, the frequency is NOT selectable. In fact, the SLAVE
will scan for the relative “MASTER” according to the configuration of the “MESH Cluster ID”
described in Section 7.8. The frequency selector in Mesh Point configured as slave will be available
by unchecking the autoscan box in advance radio settings page.
5 4.9 GHz must be enabled through the proper software plug-in. Please refer to Section 7.13 for details. Not
available in Brazil and Canada.
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To avoid network co-location interference it is advised to have the frequencies as far apart as possible.
Before deploying your network, you need to plan frequency allocation on each link. A good rule of
thumb is to use the narrowest possible channel that can support the amount of throughput needed and
separate the channels as much as possible. Although two radios are not on the same channel, they can
still interfere with one another because of the side lobes. It is also good practice to space the radios
vertically as far apart as possible one from the other with a minimum of 3ft., ideally 5ft. Mounting
radios back to back or side by side is not a good practice as it may lead to co-location interferences
and will strongly affect the performance of your network.
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In Advanced mode, the following selectors are also available:
Figure 7.6: Wireless Parameters Configuration. Advanced Mode
Width!
Modulation$Speed!
Throughput!
E!;FG!
HI!;3/+!
J!;3/+K!
LM!;FG!
IE!;3/+!
LN!;3/+K!
OM!;FG!
LEM!;3/+!
PM!;3/+K!
QM!;FG!
HMM!;3/+!
PM!;3/+K!
QM!;FG!KK!
HMM!;3/+!
LEM!;3/+!
JM!;FG!
!
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Table 7.1: Available Radio Channel Widths
K!RS)#6'S@6$!-*&$%#&*8!23#T*!%+!%&!%8*20!(#&8%$%#&+U!=($620!$S)#6'S@6$!-2,!T2),!8*@*&8%&'!#&!*&T%)#&-*&$20!(#&8%$%#&+U!
KK!V%$S!:%)$620!7%'!.06'<%&!*&230*8U!
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Channel Width: The width of the operating radio channel can be set through this selector.
The available options are described in Table 7.1 where the theoretic data rate and the achievable
throughput are also indicated for each channel width.
Whenever possible, setting the radio to operate on a narrower channel can be useful to reduce the
interference in the network and to increase the number of available channels. Please remember to
set the same channel width on both sides of the wireless link. A channel width mismatch will
prevent the FM units from communicating properly. Please note that changing the channel width
may violate the local telecommunication authority’s guide-lines and lead to illegal wireless
operations.
IN NO EVENT SHALL FLUIDMESH NETWORKS, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON
TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH
IMPROPER USE OR OPERATION OF THE CHANNEL WIDTH FUNCTIONALITIES.
DFS Management: Each device implements a proprietary distributed channel switching algorithm
which is used when radar is detected to comply with the Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS)
international regulations. Upon radar detection, two communicating Fluidmesh units agree to
switch to the next radar-free channel so that they can continue to communicate on that channel.
The DFS is automatically enabled in the following frequency ranges: 5.250 GHz – 5.350 GHz
and 5.470 GHz – 5.725 GHz. The DFS management can be manually disabled. The number of
detected radars is reported as well. Outside these mandatory frequency bands, the DFS is not
required and it is disabled by default. Please note the DFS is required by law in many
countries and by disabling it you might incur fines and criminal charges by the local
telecommunication authorities.
IN NO EVENT SHALL FLUIDMESH NETWORKS, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON
TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH
IMPROPER USE OR OPERATION OF THE DFS FUNCTIONALITIES.
Option!
Specification!
=WRX!
RS*!506%8;=Y!*&'%&*!%+!*&230*8!2&8!$S*!6&%$!)#0*!%+!+*$!26$#-2$%(200,U!
;=?R>Z!
RS*!!506%8;=Y!!*&'%&*!!%+!!*&230*8!!2&8!!$S*!!6&%$!!)#0*!!%+!!+*$!!$#!;=?R>ZU!RS%+!%+!
6+*8!$#!9#)(*!$S*!506%8;=Y!)#0*!#9!$S*!506%8-*+S!6&%$!2$!$S*!(*&$*)!#9!$S*!+$2)!
$#@#0#',!$#!3*!2!;=?R>ZU!
?A=:>!
RS*!!506%8;=Y!!*&'%&*!!%+!!*&230*8!!2&8!!$S*!!6&%$!!)#0*!!%+!!+*$!!$#!?A=:>U!!RS%+!!%+!!
6+*8!!$#!!9#)(*!!$S*!!506%8;=Y!!)#0*!!#9!!$S*!!6&%$!4S%(S!%+!BXR!$S*!(*&$*)!#9!$S*!
+$2)!$#@#0#',!$#!3*!2!?A=:>U!
X55!
RS*!506%8;=Y!*&'%&*!%+!8%+230*8U!
Table 7.2: FluidMAX Management Options
7.8 Advanced Wireless Settings
The advanced wireless settings menu (Figure 7.7) can be used to configure the following advanced
wireless parameters:
FluidMAX Management: Although the FluidMAX engine automatically selects the most
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appropriate MAC protocol to be used according to the detected network topology, convenient
selectors are included in the FMQuadro to force the FluidMAX operations and control the
FluidMAX role of the unit. Please refer to Table 7.2 for the available options and their
specification. When the units are set to be Master or Slave, an additional setting must be
specified: “Mesh Cluster ID”. The Mesh Cluster ID is used to associate the specific slave with a
Master. Once the Mesh Cluster ID is set, the slaves will scan the frequencies searching for the
correspondent Master unit. This feature can be extremely useful during network planning and
testing in dense point-to-multipoint networks. In fact, the network administrator will only have to
change the frequency of the Master unit to force all the slaves to scan the air and reconnect to the
Master with the same Mesh Cluster ID. Please make sure that different point-to-multipoint cluster
have different Mesh Cluster IDs or they will be conflicting on the slave perspective leading to
unpredictable network topologies.
Transmission Rate Selection: Each FM unit implements a proprietary data-rate selection
algorithm which is able to adapt to the specific radio channel conditions. Through this setting, it is
possible to force the rate selection algorithm to limit the modulation speed at a specific rate. This
option might be useful with unstable channel conditions.
Maximum TX Power: This setting controls the output power of the radio. By decreasing the
output power of a radio, you can decrease the overall E.I.R.P. By default, the radio transmission
power is controlled automatically by the innovative Fluidmesh Transmission Power Control
(TPC) algorithm. The Fluidmesh TPC algorithm tries to obtain an optimal link signal strength (about
-55 dBm) on both sides of the link while not exceeding the maximum TX power which can
be set by the user through the selector. Note that the maximum transmission power may vary
depending on the operating frequency channel of the radio.
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Figure 7.7: Advanced Wireless Parameters Configuration.
Data Packet Encryption (Software Plug-in Required): Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
128 bit encryption can be enabled at the link- level for wireless data transmission. This feature is
available in addition to the default Fluidmesh proprietary encoding algorithm for maximum
industry-grade network security. A software Plug-in is required to activate this option. Please
contact your Fluidmesh Networks’ representative for details.
7.9 Antenna Alignment Tools and Physical Statistics
The antenna alignment and stats page provides a powerful tool which can be used to check the
current link status during the normal unit operation and the physical installation of the antennas.
Specifically, the web page shows the list of links detected by the local unit and the relative signal
strengths (in dBm) on each radio as shown in Figure 7.8(a).
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(a)
Link selection
To perform an accurate antenna alignment for a specific link, click on the “Align” button to open
the antenna alignment tool as depicted in Figure 7.8(b).
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(b)
Alignment
Figure 7.8: Antenna Alignment Tool
The user is warned that the proprietary Fluidmesh TPC algorithm (see Section 7.8) will be
disabled during the alignment process so as to avoid unwanted interactions with the tools. The
antenna alignment tool consists of a real-time graph and a bar which report the average signal
strength and the current signal strength detected at the local unit receiver, respectively. During the
physical antenna alignment process, the graph and the bar can be monitored to obtain optimal link
quality.
7.10 Frequency Scan Tool
The Scan Tool page provides a powerful tool for analyzing the status of the radio interference
in the available channels. The channel scan can be started on each radio separately by means of
the buttons at the top of the page (see Figure 7.9). As soon as the scanning is complete, a bar
chart will appear indicating the current interference level and the overall quality of each channel.
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As shown in Figure 7.9, each bar in the chart consists of two sections. The black section represents
the amount of interference detected in the channel, whereas the colored one gives a qualitative
idea of the status of the channel according to the following table:
Figure 7.9: Frequency Scan Tool Results.
Color!
Channel$Quality!
7Z>>B!
7XX[!
\>AAXV!
5=CZ!
Z>[!
"=[!
Table 7.3: Frequency Scan Status
Additional information such as number of Fluidmesh units and access points detected is available by
bringing the cursor of the mouse over the frequency channel bars. Please note that in a network
with overlapping channels, the number of Fluidmesh units detected by the scan tool might be
higher than the actual number of units deployed.
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Figure 7.10: FMQuadro™ (Mesh End Only)
This feature is available only in FM units configured in Mesh End mode. The innovative
FMQuadro engine provides an interactive graph representation of the Fluidmesh network where
vertices and edges represent FM units and wireless links, respectively, as shown in Figure 7.10. The
links which are currently in use by every packet generated/ relayed by a Fluidmesh device to
reach a possible destination in the network (i.e., the routing table) are depicted as continuous lines.
Backup links are depicted as dashed lines, and they are not shown by de-fault. Backup links
can be viewed by selecting the appropriate field in the top panel of the FMQuadro window.
This panel also includes other fields which can be selected to display additional always-on link
information such as the link frequency, the link error rate, and the link quality.
In the graph, blue is the color of a mesh end whereas mesh points are depicted in red. The unit
color becomes yellow if any anomalous condition is detected on the unit.
Each element displayed in FMQuadro is interactive, and can be dragged and/or clicked to get
additional real-time information based on the context.
Figure 7.11: FMQuadro, Unit Information
For example, by clicking on a specific unit, information about the remote unit selected is
displayed in a callout as shown in Figure 7.11. This information includes the Layer 2 IP
address, current FluidMAX status of the unit, the radio frequencies currently in use, and the details
of the data traffic flows generated by the edge devices connected to the unit.
The list of currently active Plug-ins is visible. Furthermore, any Plug-in Activation Code can be
conveniently added to the specific remote unit using the form available in the callout. Finally,
current throughput and maximum capacity of the Ethernet port is reported in order to monitor the
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Ethernet ports utilization and detect whether the Ethernet port is over utilized with respect to the
installed FluidThrottle Plug-in.
Similarly, the status of a wireless link connecting any two units can be monitored by clicking on
the related line, as reported in Figure 7.12. Several real-time parameters are displayed including
the current signal strength, the packet error rate, and the link utilization of both link directions (i.e.
the link from a unit to the other and vice-versa). Additionally, the current congestion level of the
link is monitored. A detailed description of the available parameters is reported in Table 7.4.
Visual alarms and warnings are triggered whenever anomalous conditions are detected, as
described in Table 7.4. Warnings are of two types: link and unit. When unit warnings are
triggered, the unit color becomes yellow. The warning details are available by clicking on the
unit element. The link warnings notification can be disabled by removing the “Warning” flag in the
FMQuadro top panel.
Metric!
Description!
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]6))*&$!0%&1!$)2&+-%++%#&!)2$*!%&!;3/+U!
.2(1*$!>))#)!Z2$*!
.*)(*&$2'*!#9!@2(1*$!8)#@@*8!86*!$#!*^(*++%T*!$)2&+<!
-%++%#&!*))#)+U!
A%&1!>))#)!Z2$*!
.*)(*&$2'*!#9!@2(1*$!)*$)2&+-%++%#&+!86*!$#!$)2&+<!
-%++%#&!*))#)+U!
?%'&20!?$)*&'$S!
]6))*&$!)*(*%T*8!+%'&20!0*T*0!%&!8"-U!
A%&1!W$%0%G2$%#&!
.*)(*&$2'*!!#9!!$S*!!(6))*&$!!0%&1!!6$%0%G2$%#&!!9#)!!82$2!
$)2&+-%++%#&!%&!2!@%*!(S2)$!9#)-2$U!
Table 7.4: Link Metrics Description.
Warning!
Type!
Cause!
A#4!?%'&20!?$)*&'$S!
A%&1!
A%&1!?%'&20!?$)*&'$S!_!NM`U!
F%'S!>))#)!Z2$*!
A%&1!
.2(1*$!>))#)!Z2$*!a!E`U!
F%'S!A%&1!]#&'*+$%#&!
A%&1!
A%&1!W$%0%G2$%#&!a!JM`U!
>$S*)&*$!]2@2(%$,!XT*)90#4!
W&%$!
.06'<%&!(2@2(%$,!*^(**8*8U!
F%88*&!R*)-%&20![*$*($*8!
W&%$!
F%88*&!!$*)-%&20!!8*$*($*8!!3,!!$S*!
506%8;=Y!*&'%&*U!
Table 7.5: FMQuadro Warning Description
Through the link status callout, the user can also check the level of interference of the selected link
by clicking on the “Check for Interference” button. The link interference is analyzed on both sides
of the link by the FMQuadro engine and the interface suggests, in case of detected problems, a
set of preferred channel frequencies that the radio link is recommended to be set to.
All the link metrics are continuously monitored by the FMQuadro engine and statistics are
logged and can be displayed by clicking on any link metric button, as shown in Figure 7.13. By
default, the last 48 hour’s statistics are recorded with a metrics’ sampling interval of 5 minutes.
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The statistics recording time can be increased up to 24 days at the cost of increasing the metrics’
sample interval proportionally.
Figure 7.12: FMQuadro, Link Information
A table, placed at the bottom of the window, reports the network units address summary and can
be viewed by clicking on the proper button as reported in Figure 7.14. It is possible to assign a
name to each of the Fluidmesh units. This may be especially convenient with a large mesh
network.
Furthermore, through the “Network Settings” table, placed at the bottom of the window, you can
check whether the DFS settings are consistent the network, e.g., the DFS is enabled in the all the
units. The Network Settings table allows for harmonizing the DFS settings in the whole
network with a single mouse click.
FMQuadro is an accurate representation of the network, so it can be useful to add a map of the
area in which the Fluidmesh system is deployed6. Map images can be uploaded to the Mesh End
unit using the proper button placed in the FMQuadro top toolbar. Image format supported is jpg.
The file has to be less than 100 KB in size and can be uploaded using IE only. The top toolbar
provides several intuitive buttons to drag & drop the background map and control its
transparency and scale. Once the map is set up, the FM units can be dragged to their actual installation
places. Finally, the modified layout can be saved and used again in the future.
The overall network status and individual device status can be monitored real-time through the
FMQuadro interface on Mesh End unit.
6 Aerial images can be downloaded using Google Earth (http://earth.google.com/).
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Figure 7.13: FMQuadro, Last 48 Hours Link information
Figure 7.14: FMQuadro, Addresses Summary Table
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7.11 Fluidmesh Wi-Fi Access Point
Firmware 6.5 and above feature an embedded Wi-Fi access point (AP) that works together with the
standard Fluidmesh mesh interface. The purpose of the embedded Wi-Fi AP is mainly site
maintenance and service. By enabling the Wi-Fi AP, it will be possible to connect to the Fluidmesh
radios with a standard PC or laptop equipped with a Wi-Fi NIC card. To avoid impacting the
performance of the mesh interface, the Wi-Fi access point bandwidth is limited to 5 Mb/s. This can be
enough for maintenance, browsing the network and, in this case, for pulling one camera video. Figure
7.15 reports the configuration page for the Wi-Fi AP. The AP can be enable/disable by clicking on the
relative box. By selecting the parameter “Disable SSID Broadcasting”, the user can hide the visibility
of the AP by preventing the AP from broadcasting the specified SSID. “AP Security” indicates the
encryption mechanism used by the AP to encrypt the communication to and from the clients using the
encryption secret “AP Passphrase”. Finally, DHCP parameters must be specified so that the client
could be assigned with a proper IP address automatically during the association phase. Please note
that for each Fluidmesh radio in the network, the Wi-Fi AP, if enabled, should be configured using a
different DHCP IP class so as to avoid IP conflicts between associated clients to different Wi-Fi APs.
Figure 7.15: Wi-Fi Access Point Configuration Page
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7.12 Static Routes
The static routes page can be used to set static routing rules in the radio unit. This option is especially
useful with the Wi-Fi AP enabled to allow the connected clients, i) to access other Fluidmesh radios /
client devices in the network and, ii) to reach gateways (i.e. Internet gateways).
7.13 SNMP
The SNMP page can be used to configure the SNMPv2c service to run on the unit. Both walkthrough
and traps operations are supported. In case you are enabling traps on the unit, the SNMP will
periodically send out monitoring information to the specified server IP address (NMS hostname) at a
specified time interval. Please refer to the Fluidmesh MIB for more details about the SNMP
information available for the Fluidmesh units.
Figure 7.16: SNMP Configuration Page
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7.14 Firmware Upgrade
Through the firmware upgrade page (Figure 7.17), it is possible to upgrade the Firmware of the
devices to the latest version available. To do so, download the latest Firmware upgrade file to
your PC from the Fluidmesh Networks Website at www.fluidmesh.com7. Select the correct file on
your hard disk, and upload it. This operation might take several minutes. The unit will
automatically reboot at the end of the upgrade process.
Upgrading a working system is always a delicate and somewhat risky operation. Fluidmesh
discourages anybody from upgrading a functional system except if there is an issue to fix.
Recommended upgrading procedure for running systems:
1.
Download the latest firmware release available for your hardware/firmware family;
2.
Power off the whole network;
3.
Power on one device at a time;
4.
Connect directly to the Fluidmesh unit to be upgraded directly through an Ethernet cable;
5.
Write down the unit configuration (at least network settings and wire- less settings);
6.
Upgrade the device with the chosen firmware;
7.
Once the upgrade is completed, wait for the system to reboot.
WARNING: DO NOT RESTART OR POWER OFF THE UNIT WHILE UPGRADING THE
FIRMWARE. RESTARTING OR POWERING OFF THE UNIT BEFORE THE UPGRADE
IS COMPLETED MIGHT DAMAGE THE UNIT.
When the upgrade is completed, check the firmware upgrade page in order to make sure that the
new firmware version has been correctly up-dated. If the firmware version has not been changed,
the upgrade process has failed. Therefore, please repeat the upgrade procedure.
7 An approved Fluidmesh extranet account is required. Please register for an online account and contact
Fluidmesh for approval.
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Figure 7.17: Firmware Upgrade Web Page
7.15 Plug-In Management
The manage plug-ins page (Figure 7.17) shows the installed Plug-ins and allows the user to
add Plug-in Activation Codes. Additionally, a Plug-in can be deactivated to, for example, transfer
it from one unit to another. Once the Plug-in has been deactivated, you will be provided with a
Deactivation Code displayed at the bottom of the page. In order to get a fresh Activation Code to
use it in another device, you must complete the unit deactivation procedure at the Fluidmesh
Networks website (www.fluidmesh.com). Please refer to Section 6 for details on the software
Plug-in activation/deactivation procedures.
Please check the license code activation video by clicking on the link below. Please note, you need to
be a registered member of the website to access this link and to generate activation codes:
http://www.fluidmesh.com/en/support/how-to-videos/viewvideo/13/tech-support/how-to-activate-a-
license-code.html.
An 8 hour Plug-in trial is available by clicking on the “Demo Mode” button at the bottom of the
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page. The Plug-in demo mode includes the 4.9 GHz8, the AES and the Unlimited Plug-in trials
all at once. The unit will reboot on the 8 hours plug-in trial expiration.
Figure 7.18: Plug-Ins Management Web Page
7.16 Advanced Tools
Through the advanced tools page, it is possible to run tests to verify network connectivity and
the achievable throughput on a network path. As shown in Figure 7.18, network connectivity can
be tested by issuing a “Ping Test” towards a specific destination. Additionally, the “Bandwidth
Test” tool generates a stream of packets at a specified rate to test the available network path
throughput.9
8 Not available in Brazil and Canada.
9 Please note that the achievable rate computation is CPU-intensive and only indicative. Results may be not
accurate. Usually the bandwidth tests tend to underestimate the real throughput of the link.
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In order to run a Ping or a Bandwidth Test, write the destination IP in the proper window and
click run. Bandwidth Test is performed using 4 Mb/s UDP traffic. Both tests can be run on top of
a loaded network to test operational performances, or on top of an unloaded network to test
installed capacity.
Figure 7.19: Advanced Tools Web Page
7.17 Multicast
By default, FM units operating in Mesh Point mode forward all the multicast traffic generated by
the cameras to their closest Mesh End unit. However, in some network configurations, it may be
convenient to forward the multi-cast traffic from a Mesh Point to others, e.g., to remotely record
the video flow.
By default, the unit operating in Mesh End mode does NOT forward any multicast traffic10 to the
10 With the exception of UPnP and IGMP traffic.
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wireless networks. To redirect a traffic flow to a Mesh Point, you must specify all the multicast
flows redirection information within the Mesh End multicast page as shown in Fig 7.19.
Figure 7.20: Add/Remove Multicast Routes Towards Mesh Points
7.18 Change Password
Use this page to change the password to access the unit Web GUI.
7.19 Status
This page reports a summary of the status of the unit. The MAC address of the radio is published on
the status page as well. In case of system malfunctions, the unit’s diagnostic file dump can be
downloaded through this page and emailed to the Fluidmesh technical support to facilitate the
problem diagnosis. Additionally, the unit log can be viewed. The information of the log is relative to
possible flapping of the Ethernet port and provides information about possible duplicate IPs present in
the LAN. Please refer to Table 7.6 for a detailed description of the log messages.
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Figure 7.21: Status Report
Log$Message!
Description!
*$SY!@S,DY!%+!6@/8#4&!
RS*!>$S*)&*$!@#)$!Y!'#*+!6@/8#4&U!
(S2$$*)D!:"ZD!86@0%(2$*!C.!
Yb!;=]Y!<<a!;=Y\!
2$!$%-*+$2-@!
.#++%30*!86@0%(2$*!C.!Y!S2+!-%')2$*8!9)#-!;=]!
288)*++!Y!$#!\U!
Table 7.6: Status Description
7.20 Ping Softdog
This page can be used to set up constant pings toward multiple destinations. If the Fluidmesh
unit detects that connectivity is lost, the users can specify whether the Fluidmesh unit must
reboot or not. This can be done by checking or unchecking the reboot checkbox. The purpose of the
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constant ping is thus twofold. On one hand, it can be used to reboot the unit in case of
malfunctions. On the other hand, it can be used as a keep-alive message to multiple devices like IP
phones.
7.21 Save and Restore Settings
This is a handy tool for saving and restoring Fluidmesh radio configuration. The typical scenario
of use is the substitution of a damaged unit in the field. The new unit can be configured
restoring the previously saved configuration of the damaged unit. This greatly speeds up the
maintenance process and prevents configuration errors from happening.
Figure 7.22: Save and Restore Settings
7.22 Reboot and Reset to Factory Default
Use the Reboot page to restart the unit. Use the Reset to Factory Default page to restore the unit
default factory settings.
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7.23 On-Line Help
The electronic version of this manual is available by accessing the Help web page. Additionally,
specific manual sections can be consulted by clicking on the question mark present at the upper
right corner of every page of the Web GUI.
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8 Troubleshooting
The troubleshooting section will allow you to solve the most common problems encountered when
configuring and installing Fluidmesh products.
8.1 I Am Unable To Get The Log-In Screen
If you are unable to get the log-in form on your computer screen, you should check the following:
Is your computer set to a valid IP address? You should manually set the correct network settings
as follows:
1. In Windows Explorer, right-click “My Network Places” and select
Properties;
2. Right-click Local Area Network and select Properties;
3. Right-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and select Properties;
4. Set the IP address to 192.168.0.30 (or any other IP address belonging to the subnet
192.168.0.0/255.255.255.0), Netmask to 255.255.255.0;
EU Click OK, then OK again.!
Have you disabled the “Access the Internet using a proxy server” function? To disable the
Access the Internet using a proxy server function, go to Control Panel > Internet Options
> Connections > LAN Settings and uncheck the enable box.
8.2 I Am Unable To Log-In To The Web-Based Interface
If you are unable to log-in to the Web-based interface, check your user name and password
settings.
The user name cannot be changed by the user and corresponds to:
admin
The password can be changed, so make sure you are using the right password. The default password
is:
admin
If you forgot the password, check Section 8.3 to fix the problem.
8.3 I Forgot The Administrator Password
If you forgot the password and need to access the Web-based interface, you must physically access
the unit, open the enclosure in a weather-safe situation and reset to the factory default settings.
Please refer to the instructions of Section 3.1.4 for FM1100, Section 3.3.4 for FM1200 and Section
3.2.4 for FM3200 units.
8.4 I Get No Link in Bridge Mode
To improve your link strength in Bridge Mode if you get no link or the link LED is always red or you
are getting a weak wireless link (below 60% signal strength), please check the following:
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1. Antenna Alignment: the two antennas must be aligned toward each other.
2. Line of Sight: you must have clear line of sight between the two antennas.
3. Power: check if the FM unit is properly powered-on with the provided PoE injector.
4. Channel: both FM unit units must be operating on the same channel.
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APPENDIX A
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been assembled with components that comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expenses.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: to assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting
to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This
transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment has been assembled using components that comply with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 21 cm between the radiator and your body.
This device has been assembled using components that comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Industry Canada
This Class B digital apparatus has been assembled using components that comply with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil nume´rique de la classe B est conforme a´la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the
user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations.
Industry Canada Statement
This device complies with RSS-247 of Industry Canada.
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Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Avis d’industrie Canada
Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence.
L'exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et, and (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage
radioelectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
IC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 21cm between the radiator &
your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations:
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 21cm de
distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
EC Declaration of Conformity
Fluidmesh Networks, Inc. declares under its sole responsibility that Fluidmesh 1100 series are
compliant with the following Directives; and have been designed and manufactured to the
following Specifications:
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Caution: This equipment is intended to be use in all EU and EFTA countries. Contact local
Authority for procedure to follow.
Note:
Class A ITE is a category of all other ITE which satisfies the class A ITE but not the class B ITE
limits.
Such equipment should not be restricted in its sale but the following warning shall be included in the
instruction for use:
WARNING: this is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
For more details on legal combinations of power levels and antennas, contact Fluidmesh Networks,
Inc.
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Belgique
Dans le cas d’une utilisation privee, a’ l’exterieur d’un batiment, au-dessus d’un espace public,
aucun enregistrement n’est necessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance
superieure `a 300m un enregistrement aupres de l’IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique
`a l’exterieur de batiments, une licence de l’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences,
veuillez contacter l’IBPT.
France
Vous pouvez contacter l’Autorite de Regulation des Telecommunications (http://www.art-
telecom.fr) pour de plus amples renseignements.
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APPENDIX B
Contact Information
Worldwide Headquarters
Fluidmesh Networks, LLC
1327 Barclay Boulevard
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
U.S.A.
Tel. +1 (617) 209 -6080
Fax. +1 (866) 458-1522
info@fluidmesh.com
www.fluidmesh.com
EMEA Headquarters (Italy)
Tel. +39 02 0061 6189
UK Branch
Tel. +44 2078 553 132
FRANCE
Tel. + 33 1 82 88 33 67

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