BreezeMAX Series Extreme CPE Manual Extreme CPE February 2009 P/N 149100003100W
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About This Manual This manual describes the Extreme CPE and details how to install, operate and manage it. This manual is intended for technicians responsible for installing, setting and operating the BreezeMAX Extreme CPE system, and for system administrators responsible for managing the system. This manual contains the following chapters and appendices: Chapter 1 - Product Description - Describes the Extreme CPE unit and its functionality.
About This Manual Chapter 10 - Service - Describes the configuration of VLANs and DSCP parameters. Chapter 11 - Management - Describes system management statistics. Chapter 12 - Logout - Describes logging out of the system. Appendix A - GNU License Glossary - Glossary of terms used in the Extreme CPE User Guide.
Contents Chapter 1 - Product Description 1.1 Introducing the Extreme CPE range............................................................................ 2 1.1.1 The Extreme CPE range of products ................................................................... 3 1.2 Specifications ................................................................................................................ 4 1.2.1 WiMAX Radio .............................................................................................
Contents 2.2.7 Tilt-Mount Bracket (Optional) ............................................................................. 16 2.2.8 SAU (Optional) ................................................................................................... 17 2.3 IDU Hardware Description .......................................................................................... 19 2.3.1 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX LAN Port .................................................................... 20 2.3.2 ODU Port.................
Contents 3.1.1 Accessing the Web Management Interface ....................................................... 44 Chapter 4 - System Settings 4.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 48 4.2 System Status.............................................................................................................. 49 Chapter 5 - Unit Control 5.1 Introduction .............................................................
Contents Chapter 9 - ATPC 9.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 88 9.2 ATPC Parameters ........................................................................................................ 89 9.3 ATPC Configuration .................................................................................................... 90 Chapter 10 - Performance Monitor 10.1Introduction .............................................
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1 Chapter 1 - Product Description In This Chapter: “Introducing the Extreme CPE range” on page 2 “The Extreme CPE range of products” on page 3 “Specifications” on page 4
Chapter 1 - Product Description 1.1 Introducing the Extreme CPE range Extreme CPE is a set of outdoor (ODU) units with an indoor component (IDU), that are either 2.3 GHz, 2.5GHz, 3.5 GHz, or 5 GHz, high capacity gateways and WiMAX Wireless Broadband Access subscriber stations, for a home or small office. Which ODU set you use depends on the frequency band of your service provider’s WiMAX service.
Introducing the Extreme CPE range 1.1.1 The Extreme CPE range of products The following table lists the available Extreme CPE models: Table 1-1: Extreme CPE Range of Models Frequency Band Model Number Description 1 RJ-45 data port 2.3 GHz 1 RJ-45 data port and 2 RJ-11 VoIP ports 1 RJ-45 data port 2.5 GHz 1 RJ-45 data port and 2 RJ-11 VoIP ports 1 RJ-45 data port 3.
Chapter 1 - Product Description 1.2 Specifications 1.2.1 WiMAX Radio Table 1-2: WiMAX Radio Specifications Item Description Radio Type IEEE 802.16e WAVE 1 & WAVE 2 Frequency Band Range 2305-2360 MHz, or 2496-2690 MHz, or 3400-3600 MHz, or 4900-5950 MHz Antenna Type (ODU) Integrated Flat Panel Antenna, 17dBi, 24°AZ x 18°EL. Channel Bandwidth 5.00, 7.00, 8.75, and 10.
Specifications 1.2.2 VoIP Specifications Table 1-3: VoIP Specifications Item Description Voice Signalling Protocol SIP v2 (RFC 3261) Voice Codex G.711 (a-law and u-law) G.729ab G.722 G.722.1 Voice Quality G.726 VAD (Voice Activity Detection) G.723 CNG (Comfortable Noise Generation) Echo cancellation (G.165/G.
Chapter 1 - Product Description 1.2.3 Configuration and Management Table 1-4: Configuration and Management Item Description Management options Web-based (HTTP/HTTPS) SNMP TR-069 TFTP Telnet SNMP agent V1 / V2c, supports 802.11 MIB, RFC-1213 MIB II and private MIB.
Specifications 1.2.6 Electrical The Extreme CPE provides two types of power supply with charger and without charger capability. The charger provides optional battery backup features for areas that have no PSTN service but do need to comply with emergency laws for VoIP service. The backup battery supply is not available in this release. Table 1-7: Electrical Specifications Type Details AC Power Supply Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, maximum power consumption 0.
Chapter 1 - Product Description 1.2.9 Standards Compliance Table 1-10: Standards Compliance Type Standard EMC FCC Part 15B Class B EN 55022 Class B EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 EN 301 489-1/4 Safety UL 60950-1/-22 IEC/EN 60950-1/-22 Immunity EN 61000-4-2/3/4/6/11 ITU-T K21 WiMAX Radio Signal Certification EN 302 326, EN 302 326-1, EN 302 326-3, EN 301 893, EN 302 502 FCCp15.407 , p15.247, p.27 ETSI/EN-301753 V1.1.1 Standards IEEE 802.
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2 Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation In This Chapter: “Installation Requirements” on page 12 “Packings List” on page 12 “ODU Hardware Description” on page 13 “IDU Hardware Description” on page 20 “Installation Steps” on page 23 “ODU Installation” on page 24 “IDU Installation” on page 28 “ODU Cable Connection” on page 30 “Propriety 10 Pin Assignments” on page 32 “IDU Data Port” on page 38 “ODU Antenna Alignment” on page 42 “Align the WiMAX Antenna” on page 43
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 2.1 Installation Requirements This section describes how to install and connect the Extreme CPE WiMAX Residential Gateway. 2.1.
ODU Hardware Description 2.2 ODU Hardware Description Built-in Antenna Ground Screw Ethernet RJ-45 Port Eyelet SAU Port 2.2.1 Built-in WiMAX Antenna One high-gain internal antenna is built into the ODU for WiMAX communications. The antenna must be aligned towards the direction of the WiMAX service provider’s base station. 2.2.2 Propriety Ethernet RJ-45 Port The ODU has one propriety 10 PIN RJ-45 PoE port that connects to the IDU using Ethernet cable.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation SAU Port Propriety 10 PIN Ethernet RJ-45 Port 2.2.4 Weatherproof Port Covers The ODU includes rubber weatherproof port covers for the RJ-45 and SAU ports. The RJ-45 port cover allows the Ethernet cable to be fed through and connected to the RJ-45 port. The SAU port cover protects the SAU port when it is not in use and its rubber chord should be threaded through the eyelet on the ODU to prevent loss of the cover when unscrewing and attaching an SAU.
ODU Hardware Description 2.2.5 Ground Screw The ODU includes its own built-in lightning protection, it is important that the unit is properly connected to ground. A grounding screw is provided for attaching a ground wire to the unit. To ground the unit please follow the guidelines below: Be sure to use #14 AWG category cable to ground the unit. The unit can be grounded to the bracket or to the pole, alternatively you can ground the unit straight to earth.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation Grounding Point 2.2.6 Pole-Mounting Bracket Kit The ODU includes a bracket kit that is used to mount the unit to a pole, radio mast, or part of a tower structure.
ODU Hardware Description Pole ODU Pole-Mount Bracket Bolts Nuts, washers, and fastening washers 2.2.7 Tilt-Mount Bracket (Optional) The ODU may be mounted to a pole with an optional tilt-mount bracket which provides greater scope and accuracy for adjusting the antenna direction of the ODU to the transmitting Access Unit (base-station).
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 2.2.8 SAU (Optional) The SAU device can be connected to the ODU during installation to assist with antenna alignment and testing. WLNK ET PW AL When connected to the ODU, the SAU provides status LED indications as described in the following table: : Table 2-11: SAU LED Indicators LED Status Description AL (Alarm) Off The diagnostic test has passed and the ODU is operating normally. On Red An ODU failure has been detected.
ODU Hardware Description Table 2-11: SAU LED Indicators LED Status Description WLNK (Wireless link) Off The ODU is not connected to a base station. On Orange The ODU is connected to and receives services from a base station (Network Entry completed). Link quality is indicated by LEDs 1-9, as described below.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 2.3 IDU Hardware Description The Extreme CPE receives power through its network cable connection using power-over-Ethernet technology. A power injector IDU is included in the Extreme CPE package and provides two RJ-45 Ethernet ports, one for connecting to the ODU (Radio), and the other for connecting to a local LAN switch (Ethernet), as well as two RJ-11 phone ports for VoIP communications.
IDU Hardware Description WARNING The power injector module is designed for indoor use only. Never mount the power injector outside with the Extreme CPE unit. CAUTION Do not connect a standard RJ-45 Category 5e cable to the ODU port or your unit will not function correctly. Use only the provided propriety 10 PIN Ethernet cable with 10 PIN plug adapters. CAUTION Due to the DC current the unit draws from its power socket, DO NOT connect a PC to the RJ-45 Data and Power port. 2.3.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 2.3.3 System Status LEDs Both the propriety RJ-45 and RJ-45 data ports may be monitored through the LED indicators on the top of the IDU. The LED indicators are described in the following table. Table 2-12: System Status LED Indicators LED Status Description ETH On Green Ethernet port has a valid link with an attached device. Flashing Green The port is transmitting or receiving data. Off Ethernet port has no link with another device.
Installation Steps 2.4 Installation Steps CAUTION Only the Extreme CPE ODU can be installed outdoors. The BreezeMAX Extreme IDU power supply is an indoor unit and must not be installed outdoors. ONLY experienced installation professionals who are familiar with local building and safety codes and, wherever applicable, are licensed by the appropriate government regulatory authorities should install outdoor antennas.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 2.5 ODU Installation The ODU includes its own bracket kit for mounting the unit to a 1 to 4 inch diameter steel pole or tube. The pole-mounting bracket allows the unit to be mounted to part of a radio mast or tower structure. CAUTION The planning and installation of the ODU requires professional personnel that are trained in the installation of radio transmitting equipment.
ODU Installation 1 Attach the two threaded bolts to the back of the ODU using a flat screwdriver. Make sure you use the correct threaded holes for the required polarization. NOTE Antennas in a wireless link must be mounted in the same polarization direction. Directional Arrow Vertical Positioning Directional Arrow Attach the two threaded bolts to the ODU using a flat screwdriver Horizontal Positioning 2 Place the ODU against one side of the pole and then fit the bracket onto the threaded bolts.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 3 Use the included nuts and washers to secure the ODU to the pole. The securing nuts should be just tight enough to hold the ODU to the pole. (The bracket may need to be rotated around the pole during the antenna alignment process.
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Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 2.6 IDU Installation 2.6.1 Select a location The IDU can be installed indoors on any horizontal surface, such as a desktop or shelf. Be sure to select an suitable location for the device. Consider these points: Select a cool, dry place, which is out of direct sunlight. The device should have adequate space (approximately two inches) on all sides for proper air flow. The device must be near an AC power outlet that provides 100 to 240 V, 50 to 60 Hz.
IDU Installation CAUTION Install lightning protection at the power injector end of the Ethernet cable, use a lightning arrestor immediately before the cable enters the building. NOTE The Extreme CPE’s Ethernet port does not support Power over Ethernet (PoE) based on the IEEE 802.3af standard. Do not try to power the unit by connecting it directly to a network switch that provides IEEE 802.3af PoE. Always connect the unit to the included IDU power injector module. 2 Observe the Indicator LEDs.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 2.7 ODU Cable Connection The ODU needs to be connected to the IDU using propriety Ethernet cable, and the ODU must be grounded by connecting a grounding wire. 2.7.1 ODU-IDU Propriety Ethernet Cable Connection Use outdoor-rated 10 pin propriety Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors on each end. Before connecting the cable, first plan a cable route from the ODU outdoors to the IDU indoors.
ODU Cable Connection 5 Seal the IDU COM connector using tar seal or weatherproof tape to protect against rain and moisture. 6 Route the Ethernet cable from the ODU to the IDU following your cable plan and connect it to the ODU port on the IDU. The RJ-45 port LED on the IDU should turn on to indicate a valid link. NOTE Connecting the propriety Ethernet cable to the IDU powers on the ODU.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 8 Seal the IDU COM connector using tar seal or weatherproof tape to protect against rain and moisture. 2.7.2 ODU 10 PIN Ethernet Port The PoE ports on both the ODU and IDU use a non-standard propreity 10 PIN connection. You must use the cable provided with the unit. Attempting to insert a standard RJ-45 plug into either port simply won’t fit and may damage the unit. The following figure illustrates how the pins on the RJ-45 connector are numbered.
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Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation Table 2-13: Propriety Cable Color Codes Wire color Pin Striped Grey 1 Orange 2 Striped Orange 3 Green 6 Striped Blue 4 Blue 5 Striped Green 7 Brown 8 Striped Brown 9 Grey 10 Table 2-14: Propriety MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts PIN MDI-X Signal Name MDI Signal Name 1 FXS Channel B TIP Line 2 Receive Data plus (RD+) Transmit Data plus (TD+) 3 Receive Data minus (RD-) Transmit Data minus (TD-) 4 Transmit Data plus (TD+) Receive Data plus (RD+)
ODU Cable Connection CAUTION Grounding the ODU-IDU Ethernet cable must be performed by a professional installer in conformance with local safety regulations. This document proposes one method for grounding the outdoor-rated Category 5E Ethernet cable through its drain wire. The actual connection method employed is left to the professional installer. To ground the ODU-IDU Ethernet cable, follow these steps: 1 Strip back about a one inch (2.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation To connect a grounding wire to the ODU, follow these steps: 1 Crimp a ring lug onto the end of the ground wire before connecting it to the unit. 2 Place the ground wire lug on the grounding point and firmly tighten the screw. Ground Screw Chamber 3 Connect the other end of the grounding wire to a good ground (earth) connection. NOTE Use cable strips to secure all cables to the pole.
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Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 2.8 IDU Data Port For standard category 5e or better, non-propreity Ethernet cables follow the guldelines below. 2.8.0.1 Preparing Ethernet Cables Use a crimp tool for RJ-45 connectors to prepare the wires. Insert them into the appropriate pins and use the tool to crimp the connector. Make sure to do the following: Remove as small a length as possible of the external jacket.
IDU Data Port 2.8.1 10/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments The Extreme CPE cable provides pin-to-pin connection on both ends. The following figure shows the required wire pair connections.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation Table 2-15: Cable Color Codes Wire color Pin Blue 1 Blue/white 2 Orange 3 Orange/white 6 Brown 4 Brown/white 5 Green 7 Green/white 8 Table 2-16: 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts PIN MDI-X Signal Name MDI Signal Name 1 Receive Data plus (RD+) Transmit Data plus (TD+) 2 Receive Data minus (RD-) Transmit Data minus (TD-) 3 Transmit Data plus (TD+) Receive Data plus (RD+) 6 Transmit Data minus (TD-) Receive Data minus (RD-) 4,5,7,8 Not
IDU Data Port Table 2-17: Approved Category 5E Ethernet Cables Manufacturer Part Number HES Cabling Systems H5E-00481 www.hescs.com Teldor www.teldor.com 8393204101 Southbay Holdings Limited 11th Fl., 15, Lane 347, Jong Jeng Rd. Shin Juang City, Taipei County Taiwan, R.O.C. Attn: Eva Lin Tel. 886-2-2832 3339 Fax. 886-2-2206 0081 E-mail: eva@south-bay.com.tw TSM2404A0D GU-Tech., LLC . - A Member of OVIS GroupTel/Fax : 732 918 8221 Mobile: 718 909 4093 www.OVIS.COM.TW www.GU-TECH.
2.9 ODU Antenna Alignment The ODU will provide the best link quality when its antenna is aligned in the direction of the WiMAX base station. The optional SAU can be connected to the ODU to provide status LED indications and assist with antenna alignment. To align the ODU antenna using the SAU, follow these steps: 1 Remove the rubber sealing cover from the SAU port on the ODU. 2 Connect the SAU device to the SAU port. The PW (power) LED should turn on to indicate that it is properly connected.
ODU Antenna Alignment 6 Seal the SAU connector using tar seal or weatherproof tape to protect against rain and moisture. 2.9.1 Align the WiMAX Antenna After the Extreme CPE unit has been mounted, connected, and its radio is operating, the antenna must be accurately aligned to ensure optimum performance on the wireless link. This alignment process is particularly important for long-range links.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation 2 Find the point where the signal is strongest (refer to Table 2-11) and leave in that position. NOTE Sometimes there may not be a central lobe peak because vertical alignment is too far off; only two similar peaks for the side lobes are detected.
3 Chapter 3 - Initial Configuration In This Chapter: “Introduction” on page 44 “Accessing the Web Management Interface” on page 44
Chapter 3 - Initial Configuration 3.1 Introduction The Extreme CPE offers a user-friendly web-based management interface for the configuration of all the unit’s features. Any PC directly attached to the unit can access the management interface using a web browser, such as Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or above). The initial configuration steps can be made through the web-browser interface using the default IP address. 3.1.
Introduction Figure 3-1: Login Window To log in, enter the user password installer, and click Login. The homepage displays. Figure 3-2: Main Window NOTE It is strongly recommended that you configure your own password. If a password is not configured, the management interface is not protected and anyone who can connects to the Extreme CPE may be able to compromise your network security.
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4 Chapter 4 - System Settings In This Chapter: “Introduction” on page 48 “System Status” on page 49
Chapter 4 - System Settings 4.1 Introduction The Extreme CPE’s System menu allows you to perform general management functions for the unit, including setting the system time, configuring an access password, and upgrading the system software. Through an easy to use web management interface the Extreme CPE can be configured to be a powerful wireless connection to any telecommunications network.
System Status 4.2 System Status The Show All page is a display-only menu of non-configurable parameters for Unit Control, Registration, Base Station Identification (BSID), Radio, Multi rate, Adaptative Transmission Power Control (ATPC) and Service. To configure the parameters associated with each show menu item refer to the sections listed in the main menu.
Chapter 4 - System Settings UNIT CONTROL – The Show All - Unit Control menu provides information on the default system configuration and radio type. SU Type – Describes the service unit (SU) type. CPE Family – Describes the primary chipset of the Extreme CPE. Serial Number – Describes the serial number of the Extreme CPE unit. This number can be used to determine the identity of the subscriber unit by the base station operator. MAC Address – Describes the physical layer address of the LAN port.
System Status Operation Mode – Describes the operation mode of the Extreme CPE, either IPCS or ETHCS where IPCS refers to transparent delivery of IPv4 packets and ETHCS refers to transparent delivery of tagged 802.3 packets over Ethernet. Unit Status – Describes the connectivity status of the Extreme CPE to the base station. SW Boot Version – Describes the current software boot version file. Main SW File Name – Describes the name of the current firmware.
Chapter 4 - System Settings Figure 4-5: Show All - License Type LICENSE TYPE – Describes the availability of VoIP ports, operator preset maximum information rates (MIR), Ethernet status, virtual private networks (VPN) status and switching antenna status. POTS1/2 – Describes the availability status of the VoIP plain old telephone service (POTS) ports. ‘Available’ indicates that the specified VoIP port is open for use.
System Status BEST BSID – The Show All - Best BSID page displays information on the base station identity (BSID), as well as signal strength indication, noise ratio and bandwidth of the WiMAX connection. Configured Best BS ID – Describes the configured base station identity, in the form xx.xx.xx.xx.xx.xx. Current Best BS ID – Describes the identity of the best base station, in the form xx.xx.xx.xx.xx.xx.
Chapter 4 - System Settings Current Tx Antenna Selection – Describes the current transmission antenna selection. Current Rx Antenna Selection – Describes the current receive antenna selection. Current Rx Attentuator Parameters – Describes the current receive attenuator parameters. Figure 4-8: Show All - Registration Parameters REGISTRATION PARAMETERS – The Show All - Registration Parameters page displays information on the authentication parameters required to support provisioning on the unit.
System Status ATPC – The Show All - ATPC (Automatic Transmitter Power Control) page displays information on the transmitted signal. Last Tx Rate – Describes the last detected tranmission rate. Optimal Rx Rate – Describes the transmission rate best suited to the connection. ATPC – Describes the level of automatic transmitter power control. Tx Power – Describes the transmission power level.
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5 Chapter 5 - Unit Control In This Chapter: “Introduction” on page 56 “Show Unit Control” on page 57 “Reset” on page 61 “Change Password” on page 62 “Software Version Control” on page 63 “Configuration Control” on page 65 “TM and PM File Upload Control” on page 67 “Ethernet Operation Mode” on page 68
Chapter 5 - Unit Control 5.1 Introduction The Unit Control menu enables resetting the unit, reverting to the default configuration, changing the password, configuring the operation mode of the Ethernet port, and selecting the running software version. It also enables you to download a new software version.
Show Unit Control 5.2 Show Unit Control The Show All page displays the show parameters for Unit Control, Registration, Base Station ID (BSID), Radio, Multi rate, ATPC and Service. Figure 5-12: Unit Control - Show UNIT CONTROL – The Show All - Unit Control menu provides information on the default system configuration and radio type. SU Type – Describes the service unit (SU) type. CPE Family – Describes the primary chipset of the Extreme CPE.
Chapter 5 - Unit Control Serial Number – Describes the serial number of the Extreme CPE unit. This number can be used to determine the identity of the subscriber unit by the base station operator. MAC Address – Describes the physical layer address of the LAN port. The WAN port MAC address can be determined by adding “1” to the LAN port MAC address. MAC Address Control Number – Displays the MAC address control number. Radio Band – Describes the radio band in use.
Show Unit Control SW Boot Version – Describes the current software boot version file. Main SW File Name – Describes the name of the current firmware. Main SW Version – Describes the version of the current firmware. Shadow SW File Name – Describes the name of the secondary, or shadow, firmware file. Shadow SW Version – Describes the version of the shadow firmware file. Running From – Describes the firmware file being used by the Extreme CPE as a running configuration.
Chapter 5 - Unit Control LICENSE TYPE – Describes the availability of VoIP ports, operator preset maximum information rates (MIR), Ethernet status, virtual private networks (VPN) status and switching antenna status. POTS1/2 – Describes the availability status of the VoIP plain old telephone service (POTS) ports. ‘Available’ indicates that the specified VoIP port is open for use. MIR=2Mbps – Describes the operator preset maximum information rate (MIR) state per subscriber at 2Mbps upload/download.
Reset 5.3 Reset The Reset page allows you to reset the Extreme CPE for configuration changes to take effect. NOTE Reseting the unit does not restore factory defaults. Figure 5-13: Unit Control - Reset Unit RESET UNIT – Reseting the unit reboots the device. Reset Unit – Click ‘Reset Unit’ to reboot the Extreme CPE.
Chapter 5 - Unit Control 5.4 Change Password The Change Password page enables you to create a new password for access to the Extreme CPE. It is advisable to change the factory default password upon receipt of your Extreme CPE device. Figure 5-14: Unit Control - Change Password CHANGE PASSWORD – Allows changing of the current user password for security purposes. Old Password – Prompts you to enter your current password. New Password – Prompts you to enter a new password.
Software Version Control 5.5 Software Version Control The Software Version Control page allows you to download new runtime software for the Extreme CPE, run a backup runtime image (or shadow), reset the device and select the current running configuration file. Figure 5-15: Unit Control - Software Version Control SW VERSIONS CONTROL – Enables uploading and setting of main and shadow software versions. Main SW File Name – Describes the file name of the currently loaded software.
Chapter 5 - Unit Control TFTP Server IP Address – Allows the user to enter the IP address of the TFTP server from which to download code to the unit. SW File Name – Allows the user to enter the file name of the software file to be downloaded to the unit. SW Download – Click ‘SW Download’ to download user specified software to the unit from the TFTP IP address. The image downloaded will overwrite the current shadow image.
Configuration Control 5.6 Configuration Control The Configuration Control page allows you to specify an IP address from which to upload or download a running configuration file. It also allows you to restore the factory default TFTP server address. Figure 5-16: Unit Control - Configuration Control CONFIGURATION CONTROL – Use the configuration control page to transfer running configuration files.
Chapter 5 - Unit Control NOTE Selecting this option does not perform a factory reset. It simply makes available the TFTP IP path of the default factory configuration file settings to the unit. Selecting ‘Action’ will implement the file settings.
TM and PM File Upload Control 5.7 TM and PM File Upload Control The TM (Traffic Monitoring) & PM (Performance Monitoring) File Upload Control page enables the user to define parameters related to uploading the TM & PM files where link quality data is stored, to the TFTP server directory and to initiate the upload operation.
Chapter 5 - Unit Control 5.8 Ethernet Operation Mode The Ethernet Op Mode page enables configuration of the Ethernet connection. Figure 5-18: Unit Control - Ethernet Op Mode CURRENT PARAMETERS AND STATUS – Specifies the current Ethernet port settings. Auto Negotiation – Describes the auto negotiation status of the Ethernet port. Speed & Duplex – Describes the speed and duplex capabilities set for the Ethernet port.
6 Chapter 6 - Registration In This Chapter: “Introduction” on page 70 “Show Registration Parameters” on page 71 “Registration Configuration” on page 72
Chapter 6 - Registration 6.1 Introduction The Registration menu enables the user to enter station information about for the Extreme CPE, such as user name, password, country of operation and organisation. It also enables the user to select the authentication method used to authenticate the Extreme CPE with the base station.
Show Registration Parameters 6.2 Show Registration Parameters The Show Registration Parameters page displays the show registration parameters such as configured user name and the country of operation of the Extreme CPE. Figure 6-20: Registration - Show REGISTRATION PARAMETERS – The Show All - Registration Parameters page displays information on the authentication parameters required to support provisioning on the unit. Configure User Name – Describes the configured user name for the unit.
Chapter 6 - Registration 6.3 Registration Configuration The User Registration page allows the user to define registration parameters such as configured user name, password, organisation and the country of operation of the Extreme CPE. It also allows the user to select the authentication method. Figure 6-21: Registration - User Registration Configuration USER REGISTRATION – Allows the user to enter information on the authentication parameters required to support provisioning on the unit.
7 Chapter 7 - Base Station Scanning In This Chapter: “Introduction” on page 74 “BS Scanning” on page 75
Chapter 7 - Base Station Scanning 7.1 Introduction The base station/access unit (BST/AU) page displays base station (BST) and access unit (AU) information for the the base station that the Extreme CPE connects to. It also enables configuration of BST/AU identification, network masks, and WiMAX mobility mode.
BS Scanning 7.2 BS Scanning The BS AU scanning page allows the user to scan for a nearby base station, specify a frequency, a preferred bandwidth, and frame duration. The table will display all base stations that match the criteria entered. NOTE The access unit will search for the preferred base station first, but the displayed best base station might not be that which is specified as preferred if it the preferred base station unavailable.
Chapter 7 - Base Station Scanning Figure 7-24: BST/AU - Selected BST/AU Parameters SELECTED BST/AU PARAMETERS – The Selected BST/AU Parameters page describes the BSID, frequency, signal strength, noise ratio and identity of the selected base station. Selected BST/AU ID – Describes the configured base station identity, in the form xx.xx.xx.xx.xx.xx. Frequency – Describes the selected receive signal frequency.
BS Scanning Bandwidth – Describes the optimal bandwidth of the WiMAX link. Figure 7-26: BST/AU - BST/AU and Preferred BST/AU Parameters BEST BST/AU TABLE – The BST/AU and Preferred BST/AU Parameters page describes the user configured base station identity, mask, perferred base station identity and mask, as well as the mobility mode. BST/AU ID – Allows the user to configure the base station identity. BEST/AU ID MASK – Alllows the user to configure the base station mask.
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8 Chapter 8 - Radio Parameters In This Chapter: “Introduction” on page 80 “Radio Parameters” on page 81 “Frequency Scanning” on page 82 “Antenna Selection” on page 86
Chapter 8 - Radio Parameters 8.1 Introduction The radio page allows you to configure frequency scanning parameters for the Extreme CPE, view the scanning table and antenna selection.
Radio Parameters 8.2 Radio Parameters The Show Radio Parameters page displays the parameters of the radio settings. Figure 8-28: Show All - Radio Parameters RADIO PARAMETERS – The Show All - Radio Parameters page displays information on the bandwidth and antenna selection of the Extreme CPE. Configured Bandwidth – Describes the configured bandwidth in megahertz. Configured Tx Antenna Selection – Describes the configured tranmission antenna selection.
Chapter 8 - Radio Parameters 8.3 Frequency Scanning Frequency Scanning allows the user to enter frequencies with which to scan for nearby base stations. Figure 8-29: Radio - Frequency Scanning Parameters FREQUENCY SCANNING PARAMETERS – The Frequency Scanning Parameters page specifies the frequency, scanning steps and bandwidth for purposes of scanning for nearby base stations. Start Rx Frequency(MHz) – Specifies the frequency at which to start scanning, in megahertz.
Frequency Scanning Apply – Saves the specified bandwidth. Discrete Frequencies – Delete a selected discrete frequency. Delete All Discrete Frequencies – Deletes all discrete frequencies. Figure 8-30: Radio - Discrete Scanning DISCRETE SCANNING FREQUENCIES – Allows the user to enter up to 10 discrete frequencies to scan for a base station with. The frequecneis must comply with the the supported hardware bands. Update Discrete Frequencies – Enter up to 10 discrete frequencies, separated by commas.
Chapter 8 - Radio Parameters Figure 8-31: Radio - Scanning Table SCANNING TABLE – The Scanning Table displays all frequencies and bandwidths scanned by the Extreme CPE. Rx Frequency(MHz) – Describes the receive frequency scanned. Bandwidth – Describes the receive bandwidth scanned. Figure 8-32: Radio - Best BS Scanning Table List SCANNING TABLE – The Scanning Table displays all frequencies and bandwidths scanned by the Extreme CPE.
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Chapter 8 - Radio Parameters 8.4 Antenna Selection Antenna Selection displays the current antenna deployed by the Extreme CPE. Figure 8-33: Radio - Antenna Selection ANTENNA SELECTION – The Antenna Selection page displays information on the antenna in use by the Extreme CPE. Radio Status – Describes the status of the WiMAX radio. Antenna – Describes the selection of antenna.
9 Chapter 9 - ATPC In This Chapter: “Introduction” on page 88 “ATPC Parameters” on page 89 “ATPC Configuration” on page 90
Chapter 9 - ATPC 9.1 Introduction The Adaptive Transmission Power Control (ATPC) page displays the WiMAX transmit signal levels and allows configuration of the ATPC algorithm or disabling of the feature. ATPC provides system designers with the ability to dynamically control the transmission power, and offers a register to specify the transmission power level during runtime.
ATPC Parameters 9.2 ATPC Parameters The Show All Parameters, ATPC page displays the transmit and receive data levels. Figure 9-35: ATPC - Show Parameters ATPC – The Show All - ATPC (Automatic Transmitter Power Control) page displays information on the transmitted signal. Last Tx Rate – Describes the last detected tranmission rate. Optimal Rx Rate – Describes the transmission rate best suited to the connection. ATPC – Describes the level of automatic transmitter power control.
Chapter 9 - ATPC 9.3 ATPC Configuration The Multi rate and ATPC Parameters page enables the user to view the transmission (Tx) and reception (Rx) power levels, their optimum levels, radio band, and allows enabling or disabling of the ATPC feature, as well as setting of the the transmission power level. Once enabled the ATPC feature implements a power control algorithm for the WiMAX network.
ATPC Configuration ATPC – Describes the status of the ATPC algorithm. Tx Power – Describes the mean transmission power rate. Current Radio Band – Describes the current radio band in GHz. Tx Power Range (dBm) – Describes the transmission power range in dBm. ATPC – Allows the user to enable or disable the ATPC algorithm. Set Tx Power – Allows the user to set the transmission power rate. Apply – Applies all modified parameters.
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10 Chapter 10 - Performance Monitor In This Chapter: “Introduction” on page 94 “Link Quality Counters” on page 95 “Ethernet Counters” on page 97 “Link Historical” on page 99 “Ethernet Historical” on page 101 “Integration Time” on page 104 “Spectrum Analyzer” on page 105
Chapter 10 - Performance Monitor 10.1 Introduction The Performance Monitor Page displays performance monitoring of link quality, Ethernet counters, link history, Ethernet history, integration times and spectrum analyser for fault management. The Extreme CPE collects data on a regular basis and is able to deliver the data to the Access Control Server NMS (Network Management Station) upon request.
Link Quality Counters 10.2 Link Quality Counters The Link Quality On-Line Display page displays the SNR (signal to noise ratio), RSSI (receive signal strength indication), and Tx/Rx data levels. Figure 10-38: Performance Monitor - Link Quality ONLINE LINK QUALITY – The Link Quality On-Line Display displays information related to the quality of the link between the Extreme CPE and the base station.
Chapter 10 - Performance Monitor Maximum Rx Rate – Displays the upper maximum of the received signal strength detected over a duration of two seconds. The figure will refresh every two seconds. Minimum Rx Rate – Displays the lowest received signal strength detected over a duration of two seconds. The figure will refresh every two seconds. UL SNR (dB) – Displays the median uplink (UL) Signal-to-Noise Ratio received by the base station, measured over a duration of two seconds.
Ethernet Counters 10.3 Ethernet Counters The Ethernet On-Line Counters page displays RX and Tx levels for the Ethernet connection. Figure 10-39: Performance Monitor - Online Counters ETHERNET ON-LINE COUNTERS – The Ethernet On-Line Counters page describes the incremental statistical values of the LAN and WAN ports. Rx LAN Port Bit Rate – Displays the received bit rate of the Ethernet LAN port. The figure will refresh every two seconds.
Chapter 10 - Performance Monitor Rx LAN Port Total Packets – Displays the total received packets of the Ethernet LAN port. The figure will refresh every two seconds. Tx LAN Port Total Bytes – Displays the transmitted byte rate of the Ethernet LAN port. The figure will refresh every two seconds. Tx LAN Port Total Packets – Displays the total number of packets transmitted by the Ethernet LAN port. The figure will refresh every two seconds.
Link Historical 10.4 Link Historical The Link Quality Historical Counters page allows you to set a start/stop time and date for monitoring WiMAX link quality statisitics. Figure 10-40: Performance Monitor - Link Historical LINK QUALITY HISTORICAL COUNTERS – The Link Quality Historical Counters page allows the user to modify the time over which to monitor the WiMAX link and to display WiMAX receive/transmit link statistics.
Chapter 10 - Performance Monitor DL Median RSSI (dBm) – Displays the downlink Receive Signal Strength Indicator for the selected time period. Median Rx Rate – Displays the average number of received data packets in Megabits per second for the selected time period. Last Rx Rate – Displays the last 1 or 15 minutes of received data, depending on the configuiration of the Integration Time settings, in Megabits per second for the selected time period.
Ethernet Historical 10.5 Ethernet Historical The Link Quality Historical Counters page allows you to set a start/stop time and date for monitoring Ethernet link quality statisitics. Figure 10-41: Performance Monitor - Ethernet Historical ETHERNET HISTORICAL COUNTERS – The Ethernet Historical Counters page allows the user to modify the time over which to monitor the Ethernet link and to display Ethernet receive/transmit link statistics.
Chapter 10 - Performance Monitor Rx LAN Port Packet Rate – Displays the received packet rate of the Ethernet LAN port, for the selected time period. Tx LAN Port Bit Rate – Displays the transmitted bit rate of the Ethernet LAN port, for the selected time period. Tx LAN Port Packet Rate – Displays the transmitted packet rate of the Ethernet LAN port, for the selected time period. Rx LAN Port Total Bytes – Displays the total bytes received by the Ethernet LAN port, for the selected time period.
Ethernet Historical Tx WAN Port Total Packets – Displays the total number of packets transmitted by the WiMAX WAN port, for the selected time period.
Chapter 10 - Performance Monitor 10.6 Integration Time The Integration Time page allows you to set the frequency with which the Extreme CPE will monitor traffic statistics on both the WiMAX link and Ethernet link. Figure 10-42: Performance Monitor - Integration Time LINK QUALITY HISTORICAL – The Link Quality Historical page allows the user to define a time period for monitoring the WiMAX WAN port link. 1 Min Counters – Sets the counter to a duration of one minute.
Spectrum Analyzer 10.7 Spectrum Analyzer The Spectrum Analyzer page allows the Extreme CPE to provide off line Spectrum analyzing for walk test / drive test site surveying. The Spectrum analyzer runs an off line frequency scanning from the WEB interface. A spectrum analysis identifies, classifies, and finds sources of RF interferences that impact the performance of WiMAX networks.
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11 Chapter 11 - Service In This Chapter: “Introduction” on page 108 “Show Service” on page 109 “Service Parameters” on page 110
Chapter 11 - Service 11.1 Introduction The Service page allows configuration of VLANs and DSCP parameters.
Show Service 11.2 Show Service The Show All parameters, Service Parameters page displays the service line count and the operation mode.
Chapter 11 - Service 11.3 Service Parameters The Ethernet On-Line Counters page displays RX and Tx levels for the Ethernet connection.
12 Chapter 12 - Management In This Chapter: “Introduction” on page 112 “Management Parameters” on page 113
Chapter 12 - Management 12.1 Introduction The Management page displays system management statisitics.
Management Parameters 12.2 Management Parameters The Management Parameters page displays non-configurable DSCP and IP related statistics.
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13 Chapter 13 - Logout In This Chapter: “Logout” on page 116
Chapter 13 - Logout 13.1 Logout The Logout page enables you to log out of the web interface and terminate your session. Logging out is proceeded by a prompt to log in again.
A Appendix A - Troubleshooting In This Chapter: This appendix provides a lists of things to check in case of problems before contacting local Technical Support.
Appendix A - Troubleshooting Check the following before you contact local Technical Support. 1 If you cannot access the Internet from the PC, check the following: If you cannot access the Internet, be sure your WIndows system is correctly configured for TCP/IP. The IP settings should be set to “obtain an IP address automatically.” The WAN Type settings for the service provider may not be configured correctly.
Table A-1: Troubleshooting Chart Ports Description POWER LED is Off AC power adapter may be disconnected. Check connections between the unit, the AC power adapter, and the wall outlet. The unit has detected a system error. Reboot the unit to try and clear the condition. If the condition does not clear, contact your local dealer for assistance. ETH link LED is Off Verify that the unit and attached device are powered on.
B Appendix B - GNU License In This Chapter: This appendix provides summary of the terms and conditions of use of the GNU license that applies to the software on the Extreme CPE.
Appendix B - GNU License This product includes copyrighted third-party software subject to the terms of the GNU General Public License (GPL), GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL), or other related free software licences. The GPL code used in this product is distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and is subject to the copyrights of one or more authors. For details, refer to the section “The GNU General Public License” below, or refer to the applicable licence as included in the source-code archive. B.
The GNU General Public License B.1.1 Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it. By contrast, the GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change free software--to make sure the software is free for all its users. This General Public License applies to most of the Free Software Foundation's software and to any other program whose authors commit to using it.
Appendix B - GNU License The precise terms and conditions for copying, distribution and modification follow. B.1.2 GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COPYING, DISTRIBUTION AND MODIFICATION This License applies to any program or other work which contains a notice placed by the copyright holder saying it may be distributed under the terms of this General Public License.
The GNU General Public License If the modified program normally reads commands interactively when run, you must cause it, when started running for such interactive use in the most ordinary way, to print or display an announcement including an appropriate copyright notice and a notice that there is no warranty (or else, saying that you provide a warranty) and that users may redistribute the program under these conditions, and telling the user how to view a copy of this License.
Appendix B - GNU License The source code for a work means the preferred form of the work for making modifications to it. For an executable work, complete source code means all the source code for all modules it contains, plus any associated interface definition files, plus the scripts used to control compilation and installation of the executable.
The GNU General Public License royalty-free redistribution of the Program by all those who receive copies directly or indirectly through you, then the only way you could satisfy both it and this License would be to refrain entirely from distribution of the Program. If any portion of this section is held invalid or unenforceable under any particular circumstance, the balance of the section is intended to apply and the section as a whole is intended to apply in other circumstances.
Appendix B - GNU License NO WARRANTY BECAUSE THE PROGRAM IS LICENSED FREE OF CHARGE, THERE IS NO WARRANTY FOR THE PROGRAM, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. EXCEPT WHEN OTHERWISE STATED IN WRITING THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND/OR OTHER PARTIES PROVIDE THE PROGRAM "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Glossary 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.3u specification for 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over two pairs of Category 5 or better UTP cable. 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over two pairs of Category 3 or better UTP cable Advanced Encryption An strong encryption algorithm that implements symmetric Standard (AES) key cryptography. Authentication The process to verify the identity of a client requesting network access. IEEE 802.
Glossary Encryption Data passing between the SU-A-EZ and clients can use encryption to protect from interception and evesdropping. Extended Service Set Extended Service Set: More than one wireless cell can be (ESS) configured with the same Service Set Identifier to allow mobile users can roam between different cells with the Extended Service Set. Extensible Authentication An authentication protocol used to authenticate network Protocol (EAP) clients. EAP is combined with IEEE 802.
Glossary Orthogonal Frequency Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing: OFDM allows Division Multiplexing multiple users to transmit in an allocated band by dividing the (OFDM) bandwidth into many narrow bandwidth carriers. Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Power over Ethernet: A specification for providing both power and data to low-power network devices using a single Category 5 Ethernet cable.
Wired Equivalent Privacy Wired Equivalent Privacy: WEP is based on the use of security (WEP) keys and the popular RC4 encryption algorithm. Wireless devices without a valid WEP key will be excluded from network traffic.
Index Numerics M 10/100BASE-TX pin assignments, 30, 36 MDI, RJ-45 pin configuration, mechanical, A O aligning the WiMAX antenna, 41 antenna alignment, WiMAX, 40 ODU, Ethernet port, ODU, ground screw, B BreezeMAX approved cable suppliers, ODU, optional SAU, 38 configuration, initial setup, 43 packing list, 13 12 perparing Ethernet cables, 7 PoE, 7 Ethernet cable, IDU to ODU, 14 P E environment, 13 ODU, WiMAX antenna, 6 16 16 ODU, weatherproof covers, 28 configuration and man
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