1b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP User’s Manual Version: 2.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................... 5 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2 UNDERSTANDING THE HARDWARE ................................................................................................10 2.1 2.2 3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................................
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP 3.10.2 3.10.3 3.10.3.1 3.10.3.2 3.10.3.3 3.10.3.4 3.10.4 3.10.5 Version 2.1 ADVANCED SETTINGS ................................................................................................................43 SECURITY ................................................................................................................................45 ENCRYPTION DISABLED ............................................................................................................
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Revision History Version Date Notes 1.36 2.00 2.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 1 Introduction The Wireless Bridge/Client Router/AP/Repeater device operates seamlessly in the 2.4 GHz frequency spectrum supporting the 802.11b (2.4GHz, 11Mbps) and faster 802.11g (2.4GHz, 54Mbps) wireless standards. It's the best way to add wireless capability to your existing wired network, or to add bandwidth to your wireless installation. ECB-3220 has high transmitted output power and high receivable sensitivity.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 User isolation support (AP mode) Protect the private network between client users. PPPoE function support (CR mode) Easy to access internet via ISP service authentication Power-over-Ethernet (IEEE802.3af) Flexible Access Point locations and cost savings Keep personal setting Keep the latest setting when firmware upgrade 1.2 Package Contents Open the package carefully, and make sure that none of the items listed below are missing.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 1.5 Applications The wireless LAN products are easy to install and highly efficient. The following list describes some of the many applications made possible through the power and flexibility of wireless LANs: a) Difficult-to-wire environments There are many situations where wires cannot be laid easily. Historic buildings, older buildings, open areas and across busy streets make the installation of LANs either impossible or very expensive.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 This is the simplest network configuration with several computers equipped with the PC Cards that form a wireless network whenever they are within range of one another. In ad-hoc mode, each client is peer-topeer, would only have access to the resources of the other client and does not require an access point. This is the easiest and least expensive way for the SOHO to set up a wireless network. The image below depicts a network in ad-hoc mode.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 2 Understanding the Hardware 2.1 Hardware Installation 1 2 3 Place the unit in an appropriate place after conducting a site survey. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the RJ-45 port of the device and another end into your PC/Notebook. Insert the DC-inlet of the power adapter into the port labeled “DC-IN” and the other end into the power socket on the wall.
b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 2. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click on the Properties button. This will allow you to configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook. 3. Select Use the following IP Address radio button and then enter the IP address and subnet mask. 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: 192.168.1.10 PC subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 4.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3 Switch between Bridge/Bridge Router/ AP This device can be configured as a Bridge or Access Point. The default IP address of the device is 192.168.1.1 in Bridge mode. This chapter will describe the steps to switch from Bridge to Access Point and Access Point to Bridge. 3.1 Bridge/Bridge Router to Access Point 1 2 3 4 5 6 Enter the default IP address (192.168.1.1) of the bridge into the address bar of the web-browser.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP 2 3 4 5 6 Version 2.1 By default, a user name and password has not been configured. If you have configured a user name and password, please enter them into the field to continue Once you have logged in, click on the Operation Mode link under the Management menu. Since this device is currently in Access Point mode, the AP radio button will be selected by default.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 4 Bridge/Bridge Router Mode – Web Configuration 3.3 Logging In To configure the Bridge through the web-browser, enter the IP address of the Bridge (default: 192.168.1.1) into the address bar of the web-browser and press Enter. Make sure that the Bridge and your computers are on the same subnet. Refer to Chapter 2 in order to configure the IP address of your computer.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 System o Uptime: Duration of time since the device was last reset. o Firmware version: Version of the firmware that is currently loaded on the device. Wireless Configuration: o Mode: Wireless configuration mode such as client bridge, AP, or WDS. o Band: Frequency and IEEE 802.11 operation mode (b-only, g-only, or b+g). o SSID: The name used to identify the wireless network. o Channel Number: The channel used to communicate on the wireless network.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.4 Management Click on the Management link on the navigation drop-down menu. You will then see five options: operation mode, status, statistics, log, upgrade firmware, save/reload settings, and password. Each option is described below. 3.4.1 Operation Mode Click on the Operation Mode link under the Management menu. The Operation Mode allows you to switch from Client Bridge to Access Point mode.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Please wait and then enter the specified IP address into the web-browser. The previous settings will be retained in AP mode. . Refer to Chapter 5 to learn how to configure this device in Access Point mode. 3.4.2 Status Click on the Status link under the Management menu. The Status page is the first page that is displayed once you have logged in. This includes details about the system, wireless, and TCP/IP configuration.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 State: The current state of the bridge. It may be scanning or associated or disabled. o Signal Strength: The signal strength of the wireless device. o Noise Level: The level of interference. TCP/IP Configuration: o Attain IP Protocol: The IP address setting may be fixed or static. o IP Address: Displays the current IP address of the LAN port. o Subnet Mask: Displays the current subnet mask for the IP address.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.4.4 Log Click on the Log link under the Management menu. The Log page displays a list of events that are triggered on the Ethernet and Wireless interface. This log can be referred when an unknown error occurs on the system or when a report needs to be sent to the technical support department for debugging purposes.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Click on the Browse button and then select the appropriate firmware and then click on the Upload button. Note: The upgrade process may take about 1 minute to complete. Do not power off the device during this process as it may crash the device and make it unusable. The device will restart automatically once the upgrade is complete. 3.4.6 Save / Reload Settings, Reset to Default Click on the Save / Reload Setting link under the Management menu.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.4.7 Password Click on the Password link under the Management menu. This option allows you to create a user name and password for the device. By default, this device is configured without a user name and password. For security reasons it is highly recommended that you create a user name and password. Enter a user name into the first field. Enter a password into the New Password field and then re-type the password into the Confirmed Password field.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 IP Address: Enter the IP address. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask for the IP address. Default Gateway: Enter the IP address for the default gateway. DHCP: If this device is a DHCP client and will receive its IP settings from a DHCP server, then select Enabled from the drop-down list. Enabling the DHCP client will disable the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway fields.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.6 Wireless Click on the Wireless link on the navigation drop-down menu. You will then see four options: basic settings, advanced settings security and site survey. Each option is described below. 3.6.1 Basic Settings (Infrastructure, Adhoc) Click on the Basic Settings link under the Wireless menu. Using this option you may configure the 802.11b/g settings as well as the frequency, channel, and SSID.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 not required, however, when selecting Adhoc mode, you must select the same channel on all points. Enable Universal Repeater Mode: Select Enable to activate Universal Repeater Mode and type below SSID for extended wireless interface. 3.6.2 Advanced Settings Click on the Advanced Settings link under the Wireless menu. On this page you can configure the advanced settings to tweak the performance of your wireless network.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP ACK Timeout: You may specify a value for the acknowledge timeout. Data Rate: Select a data rate from the drop-down list. However, it is recommended to select auto for the bet performance. Output Power Level (OFDM/CCK): You may have the different application distance of the device by selecting a value from the drop-down list. This feature can be helpful in restricting the coverage area of the wireless network.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.6.3 Security Click on the Security link under the Wireless menu. On this page you can configure the authentication and encryption settings such as WEP, WPA, and 80.1x. 3.6.3.1 Encryption Disabled Encryption: Select None from the drop-down list if your wireless network does not use any type of encryption. Click on the Apply Changes button to confirm the changes. This device will automatically restart once these changes have been applied.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.6.3.2 WEP 64-bit / 128-bit Encryption: Select WEP from the drop-down list if your wireless network uses WEP encryption. WEP is an acronym for Wired Equivalent Privacy, and is a security protocol that provides the same level of security for wireless networks as for a wired network. Set WEP Key: Click on this button to configure the WEP Key.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Key Length: Select a 64-bit or 128-bit from the drop-down list. Key Format: Select a key format from the drop-down list. 64bit-hex keys require 10 characters, where as 128-bit keys require 26 characters. A hex key is defined as a number between 0 through 9 and letter between A through F. Default Tx Key: You may use up to four different keys for four different networks. Select the current key that will be used.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.6.3.4 WPA / WPA2 RADIUS Authentication Encryption: Select WPA or WPA2 from the drop-down list if your wireless network uses this encryption. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) was designed to improve upon the security features of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). The technology is designed to work with existing Wi-Fi products that have been enabled with WEP.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.6.4 Site Survey Click on the Site Survey link under the Wireless menu. This page displays the list of Access Points in the coverage area and allows you to connect to them if you have the required credentials. The site survey table lists the following: o SSID: This is the unique name of the wireless network. o BSSID: This is the MAC address of the Access Point.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 5 Access Point Mode – Web Configuration 3.7 Logging In To configure the Access Point through the web-browser, enter the IP address of the Bridge (default: 192.168.1.2) into the address bar of the web-browser and press Enter. Make sure that the Access Point and your computers are on the same subnet. Refer to Chapter 2 in order to configure the IP address of your computer.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 System o Uptime: Duration of time since the device was last reset. o Firmware version: Version of the firmware that is currently loaded on the device. Wireless Configuration: o Mode: Wireless configuration mode such as client bridge, AP, or WDS. o Band: Frequency and IEEE 802.11 operation mode (b-only, g-only, or b+g). o SSID: The name used to identify the wireless network. o Channel Number: The channel used to communicate on the wireless network.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.8 Management Click on the Management link on the navigation drop-down menu. You will then see five options: operation mode, status, statistics, log, upgrade firmware, save/reload settings, and password. Each option is described below. 3.8.1 Operation Mode Click on the Operation Mode link under the Management menu. The Operation Mode allows you to switch from Access Point to Client Bridge mode.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Please wait and then enter the specified IP address into the web-browser. The previous settings will be retained in AP mode. . Refer to Chapter 4 to learn how to configure this device in Bridge/Bridge Router mode. 3.8.2 Status Click on the Status link under the Management menu. The Status page is the first page that is displayed once you have logged in. This includes details about the system, wireless, and TCP/IP configuration.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Associated Clients: Displays the number of clients currently associated to the Access Point. TCP/IP Configuration: o Attain IP Protocol: The IP address setting may be fixed or static. o IP Address: Displays the current IP address of the LAN port. o Subnet Mask: Displays the current subnet mask for the IP address. o Default Gateway: Displays the default gateway for the device. o DHCP: Displays the DHCP setting.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 In order for the log to record all the events, you must first place a check in the Enable Log or Enable Remote Log (Log Server required) check box. Select system all or wireless depending on the type of events you want recorded. Since the log is not dynamic, you must click on the Refresh button for the most recent events, or click on the Clear button to clear the log. 3.8.5 Upgrade Firmware Click on the Upgrade Firmware link under the Management menu.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Click on the Save button to save the current settings to a file on the local disk. Click on the Browse button to select the settings file and then click on the Upload button to load the previously saved settings. Click on the Reset button to reset the device to its factory default settings. Click Restart to reboot the device. 3.8.7 Password Click on the Password link under the Management menu.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.9 TCP/IP Settings Click on the TCP/IP Settings link on the navigation drop-down menu. You will then see the LAN Interface and SNMP option. The options are described in detail below. 3.9.1 LAN Interface Click on the LAN Interface link under the TCP/IP Settings menu. Using this option you may change the IP address of the device as well as toggle the DHCP server/client and 802.1d spanning tree feature. 3.9.1.1 Static IP Address .
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 address, subnet mask, and default gateway fields. If the DHCP option is Disabled, then the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway fields must be filled in. 802.1d Spanning Tree: Select Enabled from the drop-down list if you if you would like to use the spanning tree feature. Click on the Apply Changes button to confirm the changes. This device will automatically restart once these changes have been applied. 3.9.1.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.9.1.3 DHCP Server IP Address: Enter the IP address. Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask for the IP address. Default Gateway: Enter the IP address for the default gateway. DHCP: Select Server from the drop-down list since this device is the DHCP server. This device will distribute the IP addresses to the clients associated. DHCP Client Range: Enter the first and last IP address of the range.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.9.2 SNMP Settings SNMP Daemon: Select Enable if you would like to use the SNMP feature. Read-Only Community Name: Specify the password for access the SNMP community for read only access. Read-Write Community Name: Specify the password for access to the SNMP community with read/write access. Send SNMP Trap: Select Enable if you would like to receive SNMP traps. Send Trap To: Specify the IP address that would receive the SNMP traps.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP 3.10.1 Version 2.1 Basic Settings Click on the Basic Settings link under the Wireless menu. Using this option you may configure the 802.11b/g settings as well as the frequency, channel, and SSID. Band: Select the IEEE 802.11 mode from the drop-down list. Options available are 2.4GHz (B), 2.4GHz (G), or 2.4GHz (B+G). Select the appropriate mode based on the type of wireless network. For example, if you are sure that the wireless network will be using only IEEE 802.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP 3.10.2 Version 2.1 Advanced Settings Click on the Advanced Settings link under the Wireless menu. On this page you can configure the advanced settings to tweak the performance of your wireless network. Options available are: fragmentation threshold, RTS threshold, beacon interval, output power, preamble type, broadcast SSID, IAPP, and 802.11g protection. Authentication Type: select an authentication method. Options available are Open System, Shared Key or Auto.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Beacon Interval: Beacons will be sent out to devices at the specified intervals. This value is measured in milliseconds (ms). ACK Timeout: You may specify a value for the acknowledge timeout. Data Rate: Select a data rate from the drop-down list. However, it is recommended to select auto for the bet performance. Data Rate: If you would like to force a data rate, you may select one from the dropdown list.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP 3.10.3 Version 2.1 Security Click on the Security link under the Wireless menu. On this page you can configure the authentication and encryption settings such as WEP, WPA, and 802.1x. 3.10.3.1 Encryption Disabled Encryption: Select None from the drop-down list if your wireless network does not use any type of encryption. Click on the Apply Changes button to confirm the changes. This device will automatically restart once these changes have been applied.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.10.3.2 WEP 64-bit / 128-bit Encryption: Select WEP from the drop-down list if your wireless network uses WEP encryption. WEP is an acronym for Wired Equivalent Privacy, and is a security protocol that provides the same level of security for wireless networks as for a wired network. Set WEP Key: Click on this button to configure the WEP Key.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Key Length: Select a 64-bit or 128-bit from the drop-down list. Key Format: Select a key format from the drop-down list. 64bit-hex keys require 10 characters, where as 128-bit keys require 26 characters. A hex key is defined as a number between 0 through 9 and letter between A through F. Default Tx Key: You may use up to four different keys for four different networks. Select the current key that will be used.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 3.10.3.4 WPA / WPA2 / WPA2 Mixed RADIUS Authentication Encryption: Select WPA, WPA2 or WPA2_Mixed from the drop-down list if your wireless network uses this encryption. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) was designed to improve upon the security features of WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). The technology is designed to work with existing Wi-Fi products that have been enabled with WEP.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP 3.10.4 Version 2.1 Access Control Click on the Access Conrol link under the Wireless menu. On this page you can filter the MAC address by allowing or blocking access the network. Wireless Access Control Mode: You may choose to Disable, Allow Listed, or Deny Listed MAC address from associating with the network. By selecting Allow Listed, only the address listed in the table will have access to the network; all other clients will be blocked.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP 3.10.5 Version 2.1 WDS Click on the WDS link under the Wireless menu. On this page you can configure the WDS (Wireless Distribution System) which allows the Access Point to function as a repeater. Enable WDS: Place a check in this box to enable this feature. Add WDS AP: Enter the MAC address of the Access Point that will join the WDS network along with a comment about the AP.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Encryption: Select WEP 64bits, WEP 128bits, WPA (TKIP) or WPA2 (AES) from the drop-down list if your wireless network uses a specific encryption. Key Format: Select a key format from the drop-down list. 64bit-hex keys require 10 characters, where as 128-bit keys require 26 characters. A hex key is defined as a number between 0 through 9 and letter between A through F. Key Length: Select a 64-bit or 128-bit from the drop-down list.
11b/g Wireless Client Bridge/AP Version 2.1 Appendix A – Specifications Data Rates 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps Standards IEEE802.11b/g, IEEE802.1x, IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u Compatibility IEEE 802.11g/ IEEE 802.11b Power Requirements Power Supply: 90 to 240 VDC ± 10％ (depends on different countries) Device: 12 V/ 1A Status LEDs LAN: Link, WLAN: Link, Power: on/off Regulation Certifications FCC Part 15/UL, ETSI 300/328/CE RF Information Frequency Band 2.400～2.4835 GHz (US, EU) 2.
11g Wireless Multi-Client Bridge/AP/WDS Version 1.0 Appendix B – 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.
11g Wireless Multi-Client Bridge/AP/WDS Version 1.0 Appendix C – IC Statement IC statement Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause interference and This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 9 dBi. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada.
