Product User Guide 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 802.11n 5G High performance wireless adapter HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER 1
Table of Content 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW... 6 1.1 Introduction... 6 1.2 Application... 6 1.3 Product Configurations... 6 1.4 Features and Benefits... 6 2. FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES... 7 2.1 Hardware Specification... 7 2.1.1 Ethernet RJ-45 Ports... 7 2.1.2 Wi-Fi... 7 2.1.3 Antennas... 7 2.1.4 LED Indicators... 7 2.1.5 Unit Buttons... 9 2.2 Software Specification... 9 2.2.1 Software Features Summary... 9 2.2.2 Networking Features... 9 2.2.3 Wi-Fi Features... 10 3. INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION...11 3.1 Initial Configuration... 11 3.1.1 Accessing the Web Management Interface... 11 3.1.2 Status Page... 12 3.1.3 ARP Page... 11 3.1.4 System Log Page... 12 3.1.5 System Page... 11 3.1.6 Configuration Page... 12 3.1.7 Firmware Page... 11 3.1.8 Reboot Page... 12 3.1.9 Network Page... 11 3.1.10 Wireless Page(AP Mode)... 11 3.1.11 Wireless Page(Station Mode)... 23 3.1.12 WPS Page... 25 3.1.13 ACL Page... 26 2
3.1.14 TR069 Page... 27 Figure Figure 3-1: Login Page... 11 Table Table 1-1: Product Configurations... 6 Table 2-1: Wi-Fi Specification... 7 Table 2-2: LEDs Indicators Summary... 8 Table 2-3: Power and Status Indication LED Definition... 8 Table 2-4: Ethernet Activity LED Definition... 8 Table 2-5: Wi-Fi Quality LED Definition... 8 Table 2-6: Wi-Fi On/Off LED Definition... 9 Table 2-7: Reset/Factory Defaults Button Definition... 9 Table 2-8: Networking Features... 10 Table 2-9: Wi-Fi Features... 10 3
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.1 Introduction This document describes the system specification of the 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 802 11n 5G Video Bridge (HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER hereafter). The HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER enables applications such as high-definition video content delivery to wireless High performance wireless adapters for Set-top Boxes (STB), HDTVs with integrated video decoders, residential gateways (cable, fiber, xdsl), media servers and Home Network Storage (NAS) appliances with integrated Access Points (APs) and supports the following functions: Compliant with IEEE 802.11n standard Supports 5GHz frequency band 2 Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-T ports with auto sensing. 1.2 Application The HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER performs as 4x4 MIMO WiFi High performance wireless adapter solution with higher and wider transmitting speed and coverage. 1.3 Product Configurations The HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER provides the following configurations: Model Name Frequency Ethernet Ports Wi-Fi Antenna Type HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS 5GHz 2x 10/100/1000 Base-T ports a/n Omni antenna Table 1-1: Product Configurations 1.4 Features and Benefits The HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER Wi-Fi 802.11n High performance wireless adapter supports 5GHz frequency band with a good variety of comprehensive features: IEEE 802.11n, 802.11e, 802.3, 802.3u, 802.1d compliant Security Supports: WPA/WPA2 AES 4
Bandwidth Supports: 20MHz, 40MHz TR069 for Remote Management Radio Supports: 802.11 with Switching Antenna Diversity 2. FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES 2.1 Hardware Specification 2.1.1 Ethernet RJ-45 Ports The HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER has two 10/100/1000 BASE-T RJ-45 ports. Compliance : IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3ab(10/100/1000Base-T) No. of Ethernet Port : 2 Speed/Duplex Interface Auto negotiation Auto MDI/X 2.1.2 Wi-Fi : 10/100/1000Mbps Full Duplex : RJ45 : Supported : Supported Feature Specification Wireless Standard IEEE802.11n compliant Data Rate Up to 600 mbps Antenna Array 4 X 4 Table 2-1: Wi-Fi Specification 2.1.3 Antennas The HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER is implemented with embedded Omni antennas: 5 dbi peak gain for 5GHz range Auto adjustment for best receiving sensitivity 5
2.1.4 LED Indicators The HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER has 5 LEDs. 1 triple color LED (red, green, amber) for Power & Status Indications 1 triple color LED (red, green, amber) for Wi-Fi Quality. 1 triple color LED (red, green, amber) for WPS/Wi-Fi On/Off. 2 green color LEDs (one on each RJ45 connector) for Ethernet activity. 1 port unit only have monochrome LED. Power and Status Indication LED (3-color LED, Red/Green/Orange): LED Status Solid Green Blinking Amber Blank Description Power is on and the device is working. Firmware update in process. Red & Green are not illuminated when no power is supplied to the device Table 2-3: Power and Status Indication LED Definition Ethernet Activity LED mounted on RJ45 connector LED Status Extinguished Blinking Solid General Description Ethernet link failure or not connected The cable is connected and the traffic is passing through The cable is connected but no traffic Lights at start up and illuminated when self test BIT is terminated 6 Table 2-4: Ethernet Activity LED Definition
Wi-Fi Quality LED (3-color LED, Red/Green/Orange) LED Status Extinguished Green Amber Red Description Not linked through wireless Connected with good quality Connected with medium quality Connected with bad quality Table 2-5: Wi-Fi Quality LED Definition 7
WPS/Wi-Fi On/Off LED (3-color LED, Red/Green/Orange) LED Status Extinguished Green Blinking Green Blinking Amber Steady Red Steady Green Description WLAN is disabled WLAN is enabled When data is sent or received WPS is being configured (press wps button over 8 seconds will start wps) WPS process failed. Only red for 10 seconds then turn to green blinking if there is traffic WPS process success. Only green steady for 10 seconds then turn to green blinking if there is traffic Table 2-6: Wi-Fi On/Off LED Definition 2.1.5 Unit Buttons HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER has two buttons and one switch Reset/ Factory Default Button A single push button is used for Reset and Factory default functions on the bottom of the chassis. It is snapped into the chassis to prevent accident touch. The detailed functions are in the following table. Function Action Description Reset Factory Default Short Push Long Push Pushing less than 10 seconds will reset the unit by software reset. Pushing 10 seconds or more to load the CPE factory defaults Table 2-7: Reset/Factory Defaults Button Definition 2.2 Software Specification 2.2.1 Software Features Summary The HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER performs as an integrated access device. 8
2.2.2 Networking Features Item Description Internet Access Internet Access Mode: Bridge Mode System Log The syslog Protocol, RFC3164. Support local management by HTTP Web browser. Management Support Remote management by TR069 File upload/download via TFTP Restore Factory Restore factory default settings Bridging 802.1D Self Learning Bridge Operating System Embedded Linux, Kernel 2.6 Table 2-8: Networking Features 2.2.3 Wi-Fi Features Item Description Wi-Fi Operating Mode AP Bridge, Station Bridge, WDS Security Protocols: WPA2 PSK Wi-Fi Security WPA/WPA2 PSK Authentications Methods: AES ACL (Access Control List) 32 MAC addresses QoS 802.11e, WMM Supported Channel Bandwidth: 20MHz, 40MHz Channel Auto Channel Selection Status Wireless station connected list Table 2-9: Wi-Fi Features 9
3. INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION 3.1 Initial Configuration 3.1.1 Accessing the Web Management Interface The HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER has a default IP address of 192.168.2.1 and subnet mask of 255.255.255.0 for local management. You must first check if your PC s IP address is set on the same subnet as the device (that is, the PC s IP address starts 192.168.2.x) In the web browser s access bar, type the default URL: The web browser displays the login page: http://192.168.2.1 Figure 3-1: Login Page Language - Selects English, 繁 體 中 文 or Español as the web interface language. Logging In - Type the default Username 1234 and Password 1234 then click Login button. The Status page displays. 10
3.1.2 Status Page Figure 3-2: Status Page The following area are displayed on the Statistics page Firmware Version - Describes the firmware detail information include Software Version,SDK Version,Kernel Version,Uptime,Build Date,Load Average and Serial Number. System - Describes the System detail information include System Mode,DNS and Default Gateway. Device Interface - Describes the Device Interface detail information include IP Address,MAC Address,Netmask,Status,TX Packets,RX Packets and IPv6 Address. wifi0 - Describes the wifi0 detail information include Mode,SSID,Link Quality,Access Point,Channel,Client,Signal level and Noise level. 11
3.1.3 ARP Page Figure 3-3: ARP Page The following ARP list are displayed on the ARP page. The area display using IP Address and MAC Address corresponding relations. 12
3.1.4 System Log Page Figure 3-4: System Log Page The following Syetem Log are displayed on the System Log page. Log File Operation Refresh botton Refresh System Log information. Download botton The System Log file downloads to your desktop. Clean botton Clean System Log information. Log Settings Select the Level type and log file size. If changed. Click Set button become effective. The following area are display System Log information. 13
3.1.5 System Page Figure 3-5: System Page The following areas are displayed on the Admin page. Language Settings Selects English, 繁 體 中 文 or Español as the web interface language. The page will automatically refresh when language be changed. Password Settings Current Password You need to first enter your current administrator password to be able to configure a new one. New Password Enter a new administrator password. (Range: 3~12 characters) Confirm Password Enter the new password again for verification. (Range: 3~12 characters). If you modify password then click APPLY on this page,it will automatically redirect to login page. You can use new password to login the status display page. 14
3.1.6 Configuration Page Figure 3-6: System Page Config Management Restore to Fatory Default Resets the unit to its factory default settings. When you select Restore Factory Default Configuration and click Apply. A confirmation popup window displays. Click OK to continue. Backup Settings Saves the current configuration settings to a file. Restore Settings Restores a saved configuration file to the unit. You can use Browse file button to locate the file on the configuration page. Then click APPLY. When all settings applied the unit reboots. 15
3.1.7 Firmware Page Figure 3-7: Firmware Page Firmware Upgrade Software Version Display the firmware version. Build Date Display firmware version build date. Clear Configuration - Check this box to Enable Clear Configuration to restore factory defaults. Firmware image to upload - Uploads a Firmware file from Firmware page to the HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER using HTTP. Use the Browse file button to locate the Firmware file locally on the firmware page. Click Apply to proceed. 16
3.1.8 Reboot Page Figure 3-8: Reboot Page Reboot Click Reboot button. A confirmation popup window displays. Click OK to reboot unit. Figure 3-8-1: Rebooting Page 17
3.1.9 Network Page Figure 3-9: Network Page The following areas are displayed on the IP Address page. Device Interface Static IP Assignment Click on this checkbox to enable the Static IP Assignment. Selecting Static IP Assignment to enable entered static IP settings as assigned by the internet service provider. IP Address Displays the IP address assigned by the internet service provider. Subnet Mask - Displays the Subnet Mask assigned by the internet service provider. Default Gateway- Displays the Default Gateway assigned by the internet service provider. IPv6 Select Disable or Enable radio button to disable or enable IPv6. IPv4-mapped IPv6 address Displays the IPv4-mapped IPv6 Address. DNS Settings DNS Resolve Select option Automatic or Customized DNS Resolve. Primary DNS Displays the Primary DNS Address. Secondary DNS Displays the Secondary DNS Address. 18
Local Interface IP Address Displays the Local management IP Address. Subnet Mask Displays the Local management Subnet Mask. 3.1.10 Wireless Page (AP Mode) Figure 3-10: Wireless Page(AP Mode) Authentication Displays the wifi0 Authentication. wifi1~wifi4 disable by default. Click Enable button then unit will reboot and become effective. Click wifi0 Edit Button and enter Wireless settings page. The following areas are displayed on the Wireless Page. HIGH PERFORMANCE WIRELESS ADAPTER provides multiple wireless SSIDs. wifi0 is enabled by default. SSID Dispalys the wifi0 SSID. Figure 3-10-1: Wireless Page (AP Mode) The following areas are displayed on the Wireless settings Page. Configuration Operation Mode Displays the unit Operation Mode. SSID Displays the Wireless SSID. Basic Settings Hide SSID - Check this box to enable Hide SSID. But a wireless station that manually set the SSID still can associate to Device. Band Width Select channel bandwidths 20 or 40MHz. Country Code Select Supported Country Code. SCS - Click this checkbox to enable SCS. Channel Number Select Supported Channel Number. Advanced Settings 19
Figure 3-10-2: Wireless Page(AP Mode) Beamforming - Click this checkbox to enable Beamforming. TX Rate - TxRate is expressed as the current BPS (Bits Per Second) being transmitted. Beacon Interval - The Beacon Interval value indicates the frequency interval of the beacon. DTIM period Displays the DTIM period. Short GI Click this checkbox to enable Short GI. Security Authentication - Select the Wireless Authentication. WPA Preshared Key Enter the Wireless Preshared Key. 3.1.11 Wireless Page(Station Mode) Figure 3-11: Wireless Page(Station Mode) Figure 3-11-2: Wireless Page(Station Mode) Click Scan Button enter Wireless Scan page. The following areas are displayed on Wireless access point. 20
Scanning List Auto Refresh Select to Enable or Disable Auto Refresh. Select one Wireless access point and click Connect Button. Figure 3-11-3: Wireless Page(Station Mode) The following areas are displayed on Wireless access point configuration. Configuration Operation Mode Displays the Device Mode SSID Displays the Wireless access point SSID. Security Authentication Select the Wireless access point Authentication. WPA Preshared Key Enter the Wireless access point Preshared Key. Advanced Band Width Select channel bandwidths 20 or 40MHz. 3.1.12 WPS Page Figure 3-12: WPS Page(PBC Method) 21 Figure 3-12-1: WPS Page(PIN Method)
Select WPS Method PBC or PIN then click WPS Start Button to perform WPS process. The WPS client shall be able to associate to the Device correctly. If WPS cannot connect properly,check first your devices one is on AP mode, another is STA mode. 3.1.13 ACL Page Figure 3-13: ACL Page(AP Mode) The following areas are displayed on ACL Page. Access Control Enable - Click this checkbox to enable Access Control. Default Policy - Select to Acceot or Denry. MAC Address - Enter MAC Address then click Add Black List or Add White List Button. White List - Displays the White List. Black List Displays the Black List. 22
3.1.14 TR069 Page Figure 3-14: TR069 Page The following areas are displayed on TR069 Page. TR Basic Settings Enable Click this checkbox to Enable TR. Periodic Inform Enable Click this checkbox to Enable Periodic Inform. Periodic Interval Displays the Periodic Interval. ACS URL Displays the ACS URL. ACS Usemame Displays the ACS User Name. ACS Password Displays the ACS User Password. Connection Reuqest Usemame Displays the Connection Request User Name. Connection Request Password Displays the Connection Request User Password. Connection Request Port Displays the Connection Request Port. Additional Settings STUN Enable Click this checkbox to enable STUN. STUN Server IP Displays the STUN Server IP Address. STUN Server Port Displays the STUN Server Port. GatewayInfo Data From Select the Automatic or Customized. GatewayInfo OUI Display the GatewayInfo OUI. GatewayInfo ProductClass Displays the GatewayInfo ProductClass. GatewayInfo SerialNumber Displays the GatewayInfo SerialNumber. 23