Welcome to use EchoLife BM635 WiMAX CPE! EchoLife BM635 WiMAX CPE V100R001 User Guide Issue 01 Date 2008-06-15 Doc Number 00405273 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co.
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EchoLife BM635 User Guide Conventions Conventions Conventions Symbol Conventions The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows. Symbol Description Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazard with a medium or low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Conventions Convention Description Boldface The keywords of a command line are in boldface. Italic Command arguments are in italics. [] Items (keywords or arguments) in square brackets [ ] are optional. { x | y | ... } Alternative items are grouped in braces and separated by vertical bars. One is selected. [ x | y | ... ] Optional alternative items are grouped in square brackets and separated by vertical bars. One or none is selected. { x | y | ...
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Conventions Mouse Operation Action Description Click Select and release the primary mouse button without moving the pointer. Double-click Press the primary mouse button twice continuously and quickly without moving the pointer. Drag Press and hold the primary mouse button and move the pointer to a certain position. Issue 01 (2008-06-15) Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Safety Precautions Safety Precautions General Requirements: z Before you install and use the device, read these safety precautions carefully and observe them during operation. z During storage, transportation and operation of the device, keep the device dry. z During storage, transportation and operation of the device, avoid collision and crash of the device. z Never attempt to dismantle the device by yourself.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Safety Precautions z Do not let a child play with the device or any accessory. Swallowing the accessories may lead to peril. z Use only the accessories provided or authorized by the manufacturer only. z The power supply of the device must meet the requirements of the input voltage of the device. z Before plugging or unplugging any cable, shut down the device and disconnect it from the power supply.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Contents Contents 1 Description............................................................................................................. 1-1 1.1 Functions..................................................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 BM635 Appearance..................................................................................................... 1-1 1.2.1 Upper Panel.............................................................
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Contents 4.2 Configuring the NAT .................................................................................................. 4-4 4.2.1 Configuring the ALG ...................................................................................... 4-4 4.2.2 Configuring the DMZ ..................................................................................... 4-4 4.2.3 Configuring Port Mapping ..............................................................................
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Figures Figures Figure 1-1 Upper panel of the BM635.............................................................................. 1-2 Figure 1-2 Rear panel of the BM635................................................................................ 1-3 Figure 1-3 Side panel of the BM635 ................................................................................ 1-3 Figure 1-4 Schematic diagram of rotating the base ..........................................................
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Tables Tables Table 1-1 Meanings of the indicators on the upper panel ................................................. 1-2 Table 1-2 Ports on the rear panel ...................................................................................... 1-3 Table 1-3 Buttons on the side panel .................................................................................. 1-3 iv Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 1 Description 1 Description About This Chapter The following table lists the contents of this chapter. Section Describes 1.1 Functions Basic functions and featured performance of the BM635. 1.2 BM635 Appearance The upper panel, rear panel, and side panel of the BM635. 1.3 Installing the BM635 Preparation before the BM635 is installed. Issue 01 (2008-06-15) Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 1 Description 1.1 Functions The EchoLife BM635 WiMAX CPE (hereinafter referred to as the BM635) is a next generation gateway device used in the Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX) network. The BM635 provides a new service experience for users. With the BM635, users can enjoy wireless broadband services. With the BM635, family and enterprise users can easily set up a network and enjoy the services over a wireless network.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 1 Description Figure 1-1 Upper panel of the BM635 WiMAX TEL1 TEL2 WLAN POWER Table 1-1 lists the meanings of the indicators on the upper panel. Table 1-1 Meanings of the indicators on the upper panel Indicator Status Meaning WiMAX On It indicates the signal strength of the WiMAX network. When the indicator illuminates in its full swing, it indicates that the highest signal strength is reached.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 1 Description Figure 1-2 Rear panel of the BM635 POWER LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 TEL1 LAN4 LAN1 LAN3 LAN2 LAN4 TEL2 Table 1-2 lists the functions of the ports on the rear panel. Table 1-2 Ports on the rear panel Port/Button Description POWER Power port LAN1–4 It is the Ethernet port that is connected to a computer or switch. It indicates the operating status of the Ethernet port. TEL1–2 It is connected to the phone line. Note: LAN: local area network 1.2.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 1 Description Button Description RESET Press and hold the button for one second to eight seconds to reboot the BM635. Press and hold this button for over eight seconds to restore the carrier settings of the BM635. Once you restore the carrier settings, all the customized data will be lost. Use this function with caution. Note: WPS: Wi-Fi protected setup The schematic diagram of the side panel is turned anticlockwise at 90 degrees. 1.3 Installing the BM635 1.3.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 1 Description 1.3.3 Connecting Cables Figure 1-5 Cable connection diagram of the BM635 POWER 1 1 4 LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 TEL1 LAN4 LAN1 LAN3 LAN2 LAN4 2 3 Power adapter Switch 2 5 4 TEL2 5 Computer Fax 6 3 6 Set top box Phone Use the cables and power adapters delivered with the BM635. The schematic diagram of the cable connection is for reference only. You only need to connect a required device to the BM635.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 2 Configuring the Network 2 Configuring the Network About This Chapter The following table lists the contents of this chapter. Section Describes 2.1 Logging in to the Web UI How to set the parameters for logging in to the Web UI. 2.2 Configuring a WAN How to set the parameters on the WAN side. 2.3 Configuring a LAN How to set the parameters on the LAN side. Issue 01 (2008-06-15) Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 2 Configuring the Network 2.1 Logging in to the Web UI Before configuring the network, log in to the Web UI. Take the Windows XP operating system and the Internet Explorer 6.0 as examples. Perform the following steps to log in to the Web UI. Step 1 Configure the IP address of the computer so that the IP address of the computer and the IP address of the BM635 are in the same network segment. Note: By default, the IP address of the BM635 is 192.168.1.1 and the subnet mask is 255.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 2 Configuring the Network 2.2.1 Configuring the Routing Mode Configuring the DHCP Routing Mode Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 In the navigation tree, choose Basic > WAN, and then click the WAN tab. Select Route from Mode. Select DHCP Auto get IP address from ISP. Select whether to enable the network address transmission (NAT) function, if enable, the NAPT type is recommended.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 2 Configuring the Network ----End Configuring the PPPoE Routing Mode Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 In the navigation tree, choose Basic > WAN, and then click the WAN tab. Select Route from Mode. Select PPPoE Get IP Address by using PPPoE. Select whether to enable the network address transmission (NAT) function, if enable, the NAPT type is recommended.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 2 Configuring the Network 2.3 Configuring a LAN To configure an LAN, set DHCP parameters. After DHCP is enabled, the BM635 allocates an IP address pool to the network device at the LAN side. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 In the navigation tree, choose Basic > LAN, and then click the DHCP tab. Enter the BM635 IP address in the IP Address text box, for example, 192.168.1.1. Enter the BM635 subnet mask in the Subnet Mask text box, for example, 255.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 3 Configuring Basic Functions 3 Configuring Basic Functions About This Chapter The following table lists the contents of this chapter. Section Describes 3.1 Configuring a WLAN How to set WLAN parameters. 3.2 Configuring VoIP How to set VoIP parameters. 3.3 Configuring RIP How to set RIP parameters. 3.4 Configuring QoS How to set QoS parameters. Issue 01 (2008-06-15) Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 3 Configuring Basic Functions 3.1 Configuring a WLAN A wireless local area network (WLAN) is set up based on wireless communication technologies without any cables. The setup of the WLAN is simple. With the WLAN function, the BM635 enables users to access the broadband network at any time and any place within the WLAN coverage area in addition to the provisioning of the legacy wired LAN services. 3.1.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 3 Configuring Basic Functions Maximum Associate Device Number It indicates the maximum number of wireless devices to be connected. The value ranges from 1 to 32. SSID Enable It indicates whether to enable SSID device access. Hide Broadcast It indicates whether to enable SSID broadcast. Note: SSID = service set identifier 3.1.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 3 Configuring Basic Functions Current Encryption Index It indicates the encryption key index used currently. Encryption key1~4 It indicates the encryption key. Configuring the WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, Mixed WPA2/WPA-PSK Security Mode Parameter Description WPA PreShared key It indicates the pre-shared WPA key for authentication. WPA Encryption It indicates the WPA encryption mode.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 3 Configuring Basic Functions 3.2 Configuring VoIP As the voice service based on SIP, VoIP enables users to make Internet phone calls and fax data. As an application layer protocol, SIP is used for setting up, modifying, or completing a multimedia session. 3.2.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 3 Configuring Basic Functions 3.2.2 Configuring advance VoIP functions Configuring Port In the navigation tree, choose Basic > VoIP, and then click the Port tab. Select a port ID to check the port information. Click Modify to modify the port attributes. Parameter Description Inter Number It indicates the short number of an internal VoIP call. Note Information It indicates the prompt of the corresponding internal short number. Route Setting It indicates the routing mode.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 3 Configuring Basic Functions Parameter Description Min-Session Expires It indicates the shortest validity period of a server session. The value ranges from 20s to 1800s. MWI Expires It indicates the time for updating the MWI. The value ranges from 20s to 65535s. Call-Waiting It indicates whether to enable call waiting. Conference It indicates whether to enable the three-party service. 100rel Support It indicates whether to enable real-time acknowledgement of a replay.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 3 Configuring Basic Functions Configuring Voice Codec In the navigation tree, choose Advanced > VoIP, and then click the Voice Codec tab. Parameter Description Primary Compression Type It indicates the primary voice codec type. The default value is G.711-PCMA. Secondary Compression Type It indicates the secondary voice codec type. The default value is G.711-PCMU. Third Compression Type It indicates the third voice codec type. The default value is G.726-32.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 3 Configuring Basic Functions 3.3 Configuring RIP Route is used to configure routes and forward packets. Routing Information Protocol (RIP) is used to automatically set parameters of a route. RIP is applied to set up a network with a complicated topology structure. The maintenance of a RIP network is simple. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 In the navigation tree, choose Advanced > RIP, and then click the RIP tab. Select an interface from Interface.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 4 Configuring Advanced Functions 4 Configuring Advanced Functions About This Chapter The following table lists the contents of this chapter. Section Describes 4.1 Configuring the WiMAX Network How to set WiMAX network parameters. 4.2 Configuring the NAT How to set NAT parameters. 4.3 Configuring the ACL How to set ACL parameters. 4.4 Configuring the SNTP How to set SNTP parameters. 4.5 Configuring the Security How to set Security parameters.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 4 Configuring Advanced Functions 4.1 Configuring the WiMAX Network In a WiMAX network, a subscriber station (SS) or mobile station (MS) can communicate with the base station (BS) after the WiMAX network parameters are properly set. After network parameters are properly set, an available connection can be set up between the BM635 and the WiMAX BS. 4.1.1 Configuring WiMAX Frequencies Before you configure the network frequency point, you need to configure the network bandwidth.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 4 Configuring Advanced Functions 4.1.2 Configuring WiMAX Security Parameters By configuring the security authentication mode and importing a certificate, you can finish the settings of the WiMAX security parameters. Configuring the Security Authentication Mode In the navigation tree, choose WiMAX > Security, and then click the Security tab. The parameter description is as follows. Parameter Description PKM It indicates whether authentication is required during network access.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 4 Configuring Advanced Functions Functions of each certificate are as follows: z z z Personal certificate: It indicates the certificate uploaded to the Authorization, Authentication and Accounting (AAA) server when the BM635 is authenticated. Personal private key: It indicates the personal private key allocated by the server to a BM635. This key is used together with a personal certificate.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 4 Configuring Advanced Functions Parameter Description Enable DMZ It indicates whether to enable the DMZ. 4.2.3 Configuring Port Mapping Port mapping supports the mapping between the interfaces at the WAN side and the interfaces at the LAN side. Up to 32 port mapping rules can be defined. Adding Port Mapping In the navigation tree, choose Advanced > NAT, and then click the Port Mapping tab.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 4 Configuring Advanced Functions Two port mapping modes are available: z z Custom: It indicates the self-defined mode. Application: It indicates the mode provided by the system. When selecting Custom, you must set the following parameters. Parameter Description Trigger Protocol It indicates the protocol type. Interface It indicates the interface type. Trigger Start Port It indicates the start port number. Trigger End Port It indicates the end port number.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Step 3 4 Configuring Advanced Functions Select an option respectively from Primary SNTP Server, Secondary SNTP Server, and Time Zone. Note: If Primary SNTP Server and Secondary SNTP Server drop-down list boxes do not contain the required options, enter the server names in the text boxes. Step 4 Click Apply. ----End 4.5 Configuring the Security The security function is used to control the rights of sending and receiving packets and the period for accessing the network.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 4 Configuring Advanced Functions Adding a MAC Filter Rule Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 In the navigation tree, choose Advanced > Security, and then click the MAC Filter tab. Select Enable MAC Filter to enable the MAC filter. Select Black or White. Click New. Set the following parameters of the MAC filter rule. Parameter Step 6 Description Filter Name It indicates the MAC filter rule name. Source MAC Address It indicates the source host MAC address.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Step 5 4 Configuring Advanced Functions Parameter Description Filter Name It indicates the name of an IP incoming filter rule. Protocol It indicates a protocol type. Enable It indicates whether to use this rule. Source Start Address It indicates the start IP address of the source host. Source End Address It indicates the end IP address of the source host. Source Start Port It indicates the start port number of the source host.
4 Configuring Advanced Functions EchoLife BM635 User Guide 4.5.5 Configuring the Firewall The firewall is used to prevent the protected network from the unauthorized or unverified access from the Internet. Users of an intranet are allowed to access the Internet. In the navigation tree, choose Advanced > Security, and then click the Firewall tab. Select a firewall level from Security Level. The meanings of options are as follows: z z z z 4-10 Off: It indicates that the firewall is disabled.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 5 Managing the BM635 5 Managing the BM635 About This Chapter The following table lists the contents of this chapter. Section Describes 5.1 Managing User Passwords How to modify a user password. 5.2 Managing Logs of the BM635 How to manage logs of the BM635. 5.3 Managing Configuration Files How to upload and download the configuration file of the BM635. 5.4 Rebooting the BM635 How to reboot the BM635. 5.5 Upgrading the Software How to upgrade the software of the BM635.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 5 Managing the BM635 5.1 Managing User Passwords A user password is used to allow a user to set network parameters. The password is classified into two levels: admin and user. After the admin user log in to the BM635, you can modify the two level passwords and must keep the new password in mind. If you forget the password, you can restore factory settings of the BM635 to validate the initial password or contact the local carrier.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 5 Managing the BM635 The text box below displays the information on the logs at the specified level. ----End 5.3 Managing Configuration Files Modifying a configuration file may cause the BM635 to improperly operate. Modify a configuration file with caution. The configuration file saves the parameter settings of the BM635. You can back up, modify, and update a configuration file. The configuration file is classified into three types.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 5 Managing the BM635 Step 3 Step 4 Select the configuration file to be imported. Click Upload Configuration File. ----End To import the carrier configuration file and the default configuration file, click the Advanced tab. 5.4 Rebooting the BM635 After importing a configuration file, restart the BM635. Step 1 Step 2 In the navigation tree, choose Maintain > Device, and then click the Reset tab. Click Reboot to restart the BM635.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 5 Managing the BM635 The carrier sends the files for upgrade or you obtain these files by negotiation. Upgrading the BM635 Remotely You can upgrade the BM635 through a remote server. The remote upgrade of the BM635 requires the corresponding user rights and the support from carrier. Perform the following steps to upgrade the BM635 remotely: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 In the navigation tree, choose Maintain > Device, and then click the Firmware tab.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 6 Maintaining the BM635 6 Maintaining the BM635 About This Chapter The following table lists the contents of this chapter. Section Describes 6.1 Checking the Information on the BM635 How to check the parameter settings of the BM635. 6.2 Detecting the BM635 How to detect the BM635. Issue 01 (2008-06-15) Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 6 Maintaining the BM635 6.1 Checking the Information on the BM635 By querying the status information, you can know about the operating status and the parameter settings of the BM635. 6.1.1 Checking the Device Information The device information includes the product class, device ID, hardware version, software version, WAN MAC address, LAN MAC address, and WLAN MAC address.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 6 Maintaining the BM635 In the navigation tree, choose Status > VoIP, and then click the VoIP Info tab to check VoIP information. 6.1.5 Checking the Information on WiMAX The WiMAX information includes the network access status of the WiMAX network, uplink and downlink rates, uplink and downlink signal strength, uplink and downlink quality, and the information on receiving and sending packets. In the navigation tree, choose Status > WiMAX, and then click the WiMAX Stat.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 7 Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications Technical specifications may vary with the upgrade of the BM635. Item Sub-item Specifications Standard Wireless interface IEEE 802.16e Network band 3.4 to 3.62 GHz Working band 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz Working mode Hybrid mode: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, and IEEE802.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 8 FAQs 8 FAQs The power indicator is off. z z Please check the power supply, ensure that the power supply is properly connected. Please check whether the power adapter meets the specification. The WiMAX indicator is off. z z z z Please check the power supply, ensure that the power supply is properly connected. Check whether you have activated the WiMAX online service.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 8 FAQs You cannot log in to the Web UI. z z z z Please check the power supply, ensure that the power supply is properly connected. Please check whether the network cable between the device and the computer is properly connected. Ensure that the device is properly connected to the computer. Please check whether the Web UI parameters are properly set. see section 2.1 "Logging in to the Web UI". Please check the Internet Explorer parameters, ensure the proxy server is disable.
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 9 Abbreviations 9 Abbreviations A AAA Authorization, Authentication and Accounting ACL Access Control List ALG Application Layer Gateway C CA Certification Authority D DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DMZ Demilitarized Zone DNS Domain Name Server DSCP Differentiated Services Code Point DTMF Dual Tone Multi-Frequency E EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol F FTP File Transfer Protocol H HTTP Hypertext Transfer Protocol I ICMP Internet Control Mess
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 9 Abbreviations ISP Internet Service Provider L L2TP Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol LAN Local Area Network M MAC Medium Access Control MIMO Multiple-Input Multiple-Output MS Mobile Station MWI Message Waiting Indication N NAI Network Access Identifier NAPT Network Address Port Translation NAT Network Address Transmission O OFDMA Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access P PKM Privacy Key Management PPPoE Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet Q QoS Quali
EchoLife BM635 User Guide 9 Abbreviations SNTP Simple Network Time Protocol SS Subscriber Station SSID Service Set Identifier SSH Secure Shell SYN Synchronous T TOS Type of Service TLS transport layer security protocol TTLS tunneled transport layer security protocol U URI Uniform Resource Identifier URL Universal Resource Locator V VoIP Voice over IP W WAN Wide Area Network WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy WiMAX Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access WLAN Wireless Local A
EchoLife BM635 User Guide Index Index B bridge, 2-2 C configuration file, 5-3 Connecting, i, 1-5 D Q QoS, 3-9 R rear panel, 1-2 Rebooting, ii, 5-1, 5-4 Restoring, ii, 5-1, 5-3, 5-5 routing, 2-2, 2-4, 3-6 Detecting, ii, 6-1, 6-3 S F firewall, 4-9 Frequencie, i, 4-2 security, 4-7 side panel, 1-3 U I Information, ii, 6-1, 6-2 Installing, i, 1-1, 1-4 Upgrading, ii, 5-1, 5-4 upper panel, 1-1 user password, 5-2 L V LAN, 2-5 log, 5-2 VoIP, 1-1, 3-5 W N NAT, 4-4 Issue 01 (2008-06-15) WAN, 2-2 Web
