High Output Power 802.11 b/g/n Multi-function Access Point EAP150 802.11 N Multi-Function Access Point V1.
1 Table of Contents 1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2 Before you Begin ............................................................................................................................................................... 8 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3 Default Settings ......................................................................
2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 6 Network ............................................................................................................................................................................ 47 6.1 6.2 6.3 7 Admin ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 51 SNMP.............................................................
3 Revision History Version 1.0 Date Sep.
4 1 Introduction The EAP150 is a multi-functioned 802.11b/g/n product with 3 major functions. It is designed to operate in every working environment for enterprises. The EAP150 is a Wireless Network device that delivers up to 6x faster speeds and 7x extended coverage than 802.11b/g devices. The EAP150 supports use in the home network with superior throughput, performance, and unparalleled wireless range.
5 Support Multiple SSID (up to 4) in AP mode Allows clients to access different networks through a single access point and assign different policies and functions for each SSID through the built in software. WPA/WPA1/IEEE 802.1x support Powerful data security. MAC Address filtering (AP mode) Ensures secure network connections. User isolation support (AP mode) Protects the private network between client users. Power-over-Ethernet (IEEE802.3af) Flexible Access Point locations and saving cost.
6 1.3 System Requirements The following are the minimum system requirements in order configure the device. • Computer with an Ethernet interface or Wireless Network. • Windows, Mac OS, or Linux based operating systems. • Web-Browsing Application (example: Internet Explorer, FireFox, Safari, or other similar software) 1.4 Applications Access Point products are easy to install and highly efficient.
7 e) Small Office and Home Office (SOHO) Networks SOHO users need a cost-effective, easy and quick installation of a small network. f) Wireless Extensions to Ethernet networks Network managers in dynamic environments can minimize the overhead caused by moves, extensions to networks, and other changes with wireless LANs. g) Wired LAN backup Network managers implement wireless LANs to provide backup for mission-critical applications running on wired networks.
8 2 Before you Begin This section will guide you through the installation process. Placement of the ENGENIUS EAP150 is very important to maximize the EAP150’s performance. Avoid placing the EAP150 in an enclosed space such as a closet, cabinet, or wardrobe. 2.1 Considerations for Wireless Installation The operating distance of all wireless devices cannot be pre-determined due to a number of unknown obstacles in the environment that the device is deployed in.
9 2.2 Computer Settings (Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7) In order to use the EAP150, you must first configure the TCP/IPv4 connection of your computer system. • Click Start button and select Control Panel.
10 • In Windows XP, click Network Connections • In Windows 7, click View Network Status and Tasks in the Network and Internet section, then select Change Adapter Settings • Right click on Local Area Connection and select Properties
11 • Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and select Properties • Select Use the following IP address and enter IP address and subnet mask then press OK. Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device. For example: Device IP address: 192.168.1.1 PC IP address: 192.168.1.2 - 192.168.1.999 PC subnet mask: 255.255.255.
12 2.3 Apple Mac X OS • Open the System Preferences (can be opened in the Applications folder or selecting it in the Apple Menu) • Select Network in the Internet & Network section • Highlight Ethernet • In Configure IPv4, select Manually • Enter IP address and subnet mask then press OK. Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device. For example: Device IP address: 192.168.1.1 PC IP address: 192.168.1.2 - 192.168.1.999 PC subnet mask: 255.255.255.
13 2.4 Hardware Installation 1) Ensure that the computer in use has an Ethernet Card (RJ-45 Ethernet Port). For more information, verify with our computer user manual. 2) Connect one end of the Category 5 Ethernet cable into RJ-45 port of the EAP150 and the other end to the RJ-45 port on the computer that will use the EAP150. Ensure that the cable is securely connected to both the EAP150 and the Computer.
14 3 Configuring Your Access Point This section will show you how to configure the device using the web-based configuration interface. 3.1 Default Settings Please use your Ethernet port or wireless network adapter to connect the Access Point. Default Settings IP Address 192.168.1.1 Username / Password admin / admin Operation Mode Access Point Wireless SSID EnGeniusxxxxxx Wireless Security None Note: xxxxxx represented in the wireless SSID above is the last 6 characters of your device MAC Address.
15 3.2 Web Configuration • Open a web browser (Internet Explorer/Firefox/Safari) and enter the IP Address: http://192.168.1.1 Note: If you have changed the default LAN IP Address of the Access Point, ensure you enter the correct IP Address. • The default username and password are admin. Once you have entered the correct username and password, click the Login button to open the web-base configuration page.
16 • If successful, you will see the EAP150 User Menu
17 • The navigation drop-down menu on left is divided into seven main sections: 1. System: This menu includes the Operation Mode, Status, DHCP, Schedule, Event Log, and Monitor. 2. Wireless: This menu includes Status, Basic, Advanced, Security, Filter, Client List, and VLAN. 3. Network: This menu includes Status, LAN, and Spanning Tree. 4. Management: This menu includes the Admin, SNMP, Firmware, Configure, and Reset. 5. Tools: This menu includes Time Zone, Diagnostics, and LED Control. 6.
18 4 System 4.1 Operation Mode Each operating mode offers different features. In order to switch the operating mode, select it from the Operation Mode from the System Menu. There are three operation modes: Access Point, WDS AP, and WDS Bridge. • Access Point: Allow devices to connect to the EAP150 through a simple wireless connection. • WDS AP (Wireless Distribution Systems Access Point): Interconnect access points to allow wireless communication wireless devices and access points among them.
19 The EAP150 will display how much time it will take to restart the device in the new operating mode as shown below.
20 4.2 Status This page will display status of the device. System Operation Mode Displays the current mode of operation of the EAP150. System Time Displays the current time of the EAP150. System Up Time The elapsed time of operation of the EAP150. Hardware Version and Serial Number Hardware information of the EAP150. Kernel and Application Version The current firmware version of the EAP150.
21 WLAN Settings Channel Displays the current Wireless Channel in use by the EAP150. ESSID The SSID (Network Name) of the wireless network (up to 4 SSIDs supported). Security Current wireless encryption for the corresponding SSID. BSSID The MAC address of the corresponding SSID.
22 4.3 DHCP The DHCP option in the System menu displays the client IP address assigned by the DHCP Server. You can also set the IP Addresses of the connected devices manually. Note: Only in Access Point mode.
23 The DHCP Client Table shows the LAN clients that have been allocated an IP address from the DHCP Server. DHCP Client Table IP address Displays the IP Address of the client on the LAN. MAC address Displays the MAC Address of the client on the LAN. Expiration Time Displays the time of expiration of the IP Address of the client. Refresh Click this button to update the DHCP Client Table.
24 4.4 Schedule The Schedule option of the System menu allows you to set a schedule when the EAP150’s Wireless is active. The Schedule Table will display: • NO.: The entry number of the schedule. • Description: The name given to the schedule. • Service: Displays whether the wireless service will be activate or not during the scheduled time. • Schedule: Displays when the schedule will execute.
25 After selecting Add or Edit, the following form will show up. Fill in the form to set the schedule you want. Schedule Schedule Description Assign a name to the schedule. Service The service provided for the schedule. Days Set which days the schedule will be active. Time of day Set what time of the selected days the schedule will be active.
26 4.5 Event Log The Event Log of the System menu displays the system events and actions of the EAP150. When powered down or rebooted, the Event Log will be cleared. Event Log Save Save the log to a .txt file. Clear Clear the log. Refresh Update the log.
27 4.6 Monitor The Monitor option of the System menu displays 2 histogram graphs. The histograms represent the bandwidth usage of both the daily use of the Ethernet and the daily use of the WLAN. If you click on Detail, a new browser window will open with 4 additional histograms (6 total). In the new browser window, you will be able to view the weekly and monthly bandwidth usage for both the Ethernet and WLAN.
28 5 Wireless 5.1 Status The Status of the Wireless menu displays the current status of the EAP150's wireless configuration. WLAN Settings Channel The wireless channel in use. ESSID The SSID (Network Name) of the wireless network (up to 4 different SSIDs). Security Wireless encryption type that is used for the corresponding SSID. BSSID The MAC address of the corresponding SSID.
29 5.2 Basic The Basic option of the Wireless menu displays the basic wireless options of the EAP150. Basic Radio Enable or Disable the EAP150’s wireless signal. Mode Select between Access Point or Wireless Distribution System (WDS) modes. Band Select the types of wireless clients that the device will accept. Enable SSID# Select the number of SSID’s (Wireless Network names) you would like (up to 4). SSID# Enter the name of your wireless network. You can use up to 32 characters.
30 Channel Manually select which channel the wireless signal will use. Check Channel Time When Auto Channel is Enabled, you can specify the period of device will scan the wireless signals around your area. Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Using a WDS to connect Access Points wirelessly extends a wired infrastructure to locations where cabling is not possible or inefficient to implement. Note: Compatibility between different brands and models of Access Points is not guaranteed.
31 5.3 Advanced The Advanced option of the Wireless menu displays the advanced wireless options of the EAP150. It is recommended that the EAP150’s default settings are used unless the user has experience with advanced networking. Advanced (Access Point / WDS AP mode) Fragment Threshold Specifies the maximum size of the packet per fragment. This function can reduce the chance of packet collision.
32 RTS Threshold When the packet size is smaller than the RTS Threshold, the packet will be sent without an RTS/CTS handshake, which may result in incorrect transmission. Beacon Interval The time interval that the device broadcasts a beacon. This beacon is used to synchronize all wireless clients on the network. DTIM Period A Delivery Traffic Indication Message (DTIM) informs all wireless clients that the access point will be transmitting Multi-casted data.
33 Advanced (WDS Bridge mode) Fragment Threshold Specifies the maximum size of the packet per fragment. This function can reduce the chance of packet collision. However, when the fragment threshold is set too low, there will be increased overhead resulting in poor performance. RTS Threshold When the packet size is smaller than the RTS Threshold, the packet will be sent without an RTS/CTS handshake, which may result in incorrect transmission.
34 Preamble Type A preamble is a message that helps access points synchronize with the client. Long Preamble is standard based so increases compatibility. Short Preamble is non-standard, resulting in decreased compatibility, but increased performance. Tx Power Set the power output of the wireless signal.
35 5.4 Security The Security option in the Wireless menu allows you to set the wireless security settings. Note: Only in Access Point and WDS AP mode. Security (Access Point / WDS AP mode) SSID Selection Select the SSID that the corresponding security settings will apply to. Separate Separating the SSID from each other (or use of STA) prevents communication and data sharing between wireless stations associated with the SSIDs. Broadcast SSID If Disabled, the EAP150 will not broadcast the SSID.
36 Encryption The encryption method to be used on the corresponding SSID. You can choose between WEP, WPA Pre-Shared Key, or WPA RADIUS. • Disabled - No data encryption is used. • WEP - Data is encrypted using the WEP standard. WEP is the Wired Equivalent Privacy security over a wireless network. • WPA-PSK - Data is encrypted using the WPA-PSK standard. This is a later standard than WEP, and provides much better security than WEP. WPA-PSK is Wi-Fi Protected Access using a Pre-Shared Key.
37 802.1x Authentication RADIUS Server IP Address The IP Address of the RADIUS Server. RADIUS Server port The port number of the RADIUS Server. RADIUS Server password The RADIUS Server password.
38 WEP Encryption: WEP Encryption Authentication Type Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same authentication type. Key type ASCII: Using characters from the ASCII standard (recommended) HEX: Uses hexadecimal characters. Key Length The amount of bits the WEP key will use. • 64 Bit - data is encrypted, using the default key, before being transmitted. You must enter at least the default key. For 64 Bit Encryption, the key size is 10 chars in HEX (0~9 and A~F).
39 WPA Pre-Shared Key Encryption: WPA Pre-Shared Key Encryption WPA type Select the WPA encryption you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. • WPA(TKIP): Uses a Pre-Shared Key with a dynamically generated key for each 128-bit packet. • WPA2(AES): Government standard of WPA2 encryption. • WPA2 Mixed: Allows the use of both WPA and WPA2 clients on the network. Pre-shared Key Type Pre-Shared Key format (ASCII or Hexadecimal).
40 WPA RADIUS Encryption: WPA RADIUS Encryption WPA type Select the WPA encryption you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. • WPA(TKIP): Uses a Pre-Shared Key with a dynamically generated key for each 128-bit packet. • WPA2(AES): Government standard of WPA2 encryption. WPA2 Mixed: Allows the use of both WPA and WPA2 clients on the network. RADIUS Server IP address Enter the IP address of the RADIUS Server.
41 5.5 Filter The Filter option in the Wireless menu allows users to allow clients with specific MAC Addresses to join the SSID. Note: Only in Access Point and WDS AP mode. Wireless Filter (Access Point / WDS AP mode) Enable Wireless Access Control Enable Wireless Access Control. When Enabled, only wireless clients on the Filtering Table will be allowed. Description Enter a name or description for this entry.
42 MAC address Enter the MAC address of the wireless client that you wish to allow connection. Add Click this button to add the entry. Reset Click this button if you have made a mistake and want to reset the MAC address and Description fields. MAC Address Filtering Table Only clients listed in this table will be allowed access to the wireless network. Delete Selected Delete the selected entries. Delete All Delete all entries. Reset Deselect all entries.
43 5.6 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) The WPS feature in the Wireless menu follows the Wi-Fi Alliance WPS standard. It eases the set up of security-enabled Wi-Fi networks in homes and/or small office environments. It reduces the user steps required to configure a network and supports two methods that are familiar to most consumers to configure a network and enable security. Note: Only in Access Point and WDS AP mode. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) WPS Check to Enable the WPS feature.
44 Authentication Mode Shows the encryption method used by the WPS process. This is set as the mode selected in the Security option in the Wireless menu. Passphrase Key This is the passphrase key that is randomly generated during the WPS process. It is required if wireless clients that do not support WPS attempts to connect to the wireless network. WPS Via Push Button Activate WPS using a push button. WPS Via PIN Activate WPS using the PIN code from the WPS device.
45 5.7 Client List The Client List option of the Wireless menu shows all the wireless clients that are currently connected to the EAP150. Note: Only in Access Point and WDS AP mode.
46 5.8 VLAN The VLAN option of the Wireless menu allows you to configure the VLAN (Virtual LAN). Note: Only in Access Point and WDS AP mode. VLAN Virtual LAN Choose to Enable or Disable the VLAN feature. SSID# Tag Specify the VLAN tag for each SSID. LAN VLAN MGMT Choose to Enable or Disable the LAN VLAN MGMT feature. MGMT Tag Specify the VLAN tag for the LAN.
47 6 Network 6.1 Status The Status option of the Network menu shows the current status of the EAP150’s LAN connection.
48 6.2 LAN The LAN option of the Network menu allows you to modify the device's LAN settings. LAN IP Bridge Type Select the Bridge type of the LAN. Static IP: Manually specify an IP address and subnet mask for the EAP150 to use. Dynamic IP: The IP address is received automatically from the external DHCP server. IP address The LAN IP Address of the EAP150. IP Subnet Mask The LAN Subnet Mask of the EAP150. Default Gateway The Default Gateway of the EAP150. Leave empty for default setting.
49 The DHCP Server feature is only available in Access Point mode. DHCP Server (Access Point mode) DHCP Server Enable or disable DHCP feature. The DHCP Server automatically allocates IP addresses to your LAN device. Disabled as default. Lease Time The duration of the DHCP server allocates each IP address to a LAN device. Start / End IP The range of IP addresses of the DHCP server will allocate to LAN device. Domain name The domain name for this LAN network.
50 6.3 Spanning Tree The Spanning Tree option of the Network menu allows you to set the EAP150 to use the Spanning Tree Protocol. Enabling Spanning Tree Protocol will prevent network loops in your LAN network. Spanning Tree Settings Spanning Tree Status Enable or disable the Spanning Tree Protocol. Bridge Hello Time The duration of the initial connection between two access points. Bridge Max Age The maximum amount of time the bridge is connected when transmitting.
51 7 Management 7.1 Admin The Admin section of the Management menu allows you to change the EAP150 default password and to configure remote management. By default, the password is: admin. The password can contain 0 to 12 alphanumeric characters and is case sensitive. Change Password Old Password Enter the current password. New Password Enter your new password. Confirm Password Reenter your new password. Idle Timeout Enter Administration Page timeout time (minutes).
52 7.2 SNMP The SNMP section of the Management menu allows you to assign the contact details, location, community name, and trap settings for the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). The SNMP is a networking management protocol used to monitor network-attached devices. SNMP allows messages (called protocol data units) to be sent to various parts of a network. Upon receiving these messages, SNMP-compatible devices (Agents) return data stored in their Management Information Bases.
53 SNMP SNMP Active Enable or disable the SNMP feature. SNMP Version You may select the SNMP version you want to deploy. All: Interoperability between SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c devices. v1: The standard SNMP version. v2c: Improvement in performance and security of SNMPv1. Read Community Specify the password for access the SNMP community for read only access. Set Community Specify the password for access to the SNMP community with read/write access. System Location Specify the location of the device.
54 7.3 Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade section of the Management allows you to upgrade the EAP150's firmware. To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1. Download the firmware version that you want to install into the EAP150 and place it in a known location. 2. Click the Browse button and navigate to the location of the firmware upgrade file. 3. Select the firmware upgrade file. Its name will appear in the Upgrade File field. 4. Click the Apply button to commence the firmware upgrade.
55 Emergency Upgrade If your firmware upgrade failed, you may enter the Emergency Upgrade WEB page. 1. Enter IP address: 192.168.99.9 and enter Emergency Upgrade WEB page. Note: Refer to 2.2 to configure PC/Notebook IP address to 192.168.99.8. 2. Click the Browse button and navigate to the location of the upgrade file and then click Upload. 3. Wait for 60 seconds for firmware upgrade and reboot the device.
56 4. You can access the device again.
57 7.4 Configure The Configure option of the Management menu allows you to save the current device configurations. When you save the configurations, you also can re-load the saved configurations into the device through the Restore Settings. If extreme problems occur press the Reset button of the Restore to Factory Defaults option to set all configurations to its original default settings. Configure Restore to Factory Default Restores the device to factory default settings.
58 7.5 Reset In some circumstances it may be required to force the device to reboot. Click on Apply to reboot of the Reset option of the Management menu.
59 8 Tools 8.1 Time Setting The Time Setting section of the Tools menu allows you to set the EAP150’s time. Time Time Setup Select the method you want to set the time. Time Zone Select the time zone for your current location. NTP Time Server Enter the address of the Network Time Protocol (NTP) Server to automatically synchronize with a server on the Internet. Daylight Savings Check whether daylight savings applies to your area.
60 8.2 Diagnosis The Diagnosis section of the Tools menu allows you to test your network. Type in the IP Address of the device for diagnosis. Diagnosis Address to Ping Enter the IP address you like to see if a successful connection can be made. Ping Frequency Select the frequency for Ping test. Ping Result The results of the Ping test.
61 8.3 LED Control The LED Control section of the Tools menu allows you switch on or off the LED (lights) for Power, LAN interface, and WLAN interface of the EAP150.
62 9 Logout Click on Logout button to logout of the EAP150.
63 Appendix A – FCC Interference Statement Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
