® Vivato VA2200 Wi-Fi AP/Bridge User Guide Manual Part Number: 720-01375-02 Printed in U.S.A. Print Date: July 26, 2004 Copyright © 2004, Vivato, Inc.
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Safety Information Safety Information You must heed any and all safety precautions and warnings in this document or indicated on the Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge whenever you are operating or servicing this product. Failure to comply with all precautions and warnings found in this document violates the design, manufacture, and intended use requirements of the product. Vivato, Inc. assumes no liability for the operator’s failure to obey these warnings and cautions.
Safety Information frequency devices. The Wi-Fi Wi-Fi AP/Bridge should be at least 20 cm (7.8 in.) from people when operating using the supplied 2 dBi antennas, and at least 1 m (39 in.) when using the approved alternate antennas listed in Table 1—Tested Antenna Configurations on page 11. Interference and Equipment Limits This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Safety Information Table 1— Tested Antenna Configurations Model Gain (dBi) Polarization Pattern Brand Model Gain (dBi) Polarization Antenna 2 Brand 1 2 3 4 5 6 Antenna 1 Pattern Test Config Omni Omni Omni Omni Omni Panel MaxRad MaxRad SuperPass SuperPass SuperPass MaxRad MFB24011PTRPC MFB24011PTRPC SPHSG6O SPHSG6O SPHSG6O MP24008XFPTRPC 11 11 8.5 8.5 8.
Conventions Used in This Document Safety Information Conventions Used in This Document The following conventions are used in this document: Table 2 — Document Conventions Convention Format What it Indicates computer entry Text that you enter on the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge’s web page or on a terminal when using the command line interface (CLI). > The > symbol indicates a menu navigation selection. For example, “select File > Save “ means “select the File menu, and then select the Save option.
Contact Information Safety Information Contact Information For customer support: For technical support, contact your Vivato reseller or visit the Vivato Customer Support website. Go to www.vivato.net and select the Customer Support link. Enter the required information for setting up a user account. A support password is e-mailed to you after validating the information. You can then search the online knowledge base for information by clicking on “Find Answers / Questions”.
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Enable Password Setup ......................................................................................................45 Basic Network Setup .........................................................................................................46 Basic Security Setup ..........................................................................................................47 Wireless Options Setup......................................................................................................
Security>Summary ............................................................................................................71 Security>WEP ...................................................................................................................71 Security>802.1x.................................................................................................................72 Important Considerations When Using 802.1x. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuration Using The Command Line Interface .........................................95 Command Levels....................................................................................................................95 Connections and Terminal Settings .....................................................................................96 Accessing the CLI ..................................................................................................................
show ip host . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 show ip hostname . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 show ip nameserver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 show ip route. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 show ip ssh .
no interface bridge <0-4094> . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Configure IP Commands .................................................................................................134 ip domainname . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 ip host . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 ip hostname . . . . . . . . .
username admin secret [ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Configure WDS (Wireless Distribution System).............................................................139 exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 ip address [secondary] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 no ip address [secondary] . . . . . . . . . . .
Updating AP/Bridge Firmware .........................................................................159 Updating Firmware Using the Command Line Interface (CLI) .....................................159 Example TFTP Server Operation Using PumpKIN.........................................................160 Configuring PumpKIN to “Put” a Firmware Image ........................................................160 Starting the TFTP File Transfer....................................................................
Introduction Introduction The Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge is a two channel unlicensed (FCC Part 15) wireless device operating in the 2.4 GHz Industrial/Scientific/Instrumentation (ISM) band, providing network connections to Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b) client devices. The Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge, as part of the Vivato Wi-Fi System, replaces previous micro cellular style Wi-Fi deployments, while providing the highest level of wireless security and system management.
Powered Ethernet Introduction Powered Ethernet The AP/Bridge can be powered over an Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for separate power and Ethernet cabling. Contact your Vivato added reseller, or view the list of accessories on the Vivato.net website, for information about various powered Ethernet solutions. Omni-directional Antennas The AP/Bridge is equipped with two reverse-polarity TNC antenna connectors and includes two omni-directional antennas.
Basic Service Set Operation Introduction Basic Service Set Operation The Wi-Fi AP/Bridge supports infrastructure basic service set (BSS) operation, providing all network communications between Wi-Fi clients and the wired network within the area of coverage. Web Page or Command Line Interface Configuration The Vivato Vision™ web interface Quick Setup pages are used for the initial configuration to get the AP/Bridge configured for your network.
Network Configuration Examples Introduction Network Configuration Examples The AP/Bridge can be deployed in four wireless network configurations: • Access Point (AP). As an access point (AP) connected directly to a wired LAN, the AP/Bridge provides a connection point for wireless users and, if more than one AP is connected, users can roam from one area to another without losing their connection to the network. See "Access Point Location" on page 30.
Specifications Introduction Specifications The following specifications were accurate at the time that this document was released: • Size 6.75” wide X 8.75” deep X 1.5” high. • Connectors: One RJ-45 jack for 10/100 Ethernet connection; a nine-pin serial connector; a power connector (plug-in AC adapter) • Power Supply: Input power 120 VAC, 60 Hz., Output power: 12 VDC @ 1 Amp • Operating temperature range 32 to 131F (0 to 55C) • Radio Power output 200 mW • Frequency 2.412 to 2.
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Where to Position The AP/Bridge Installation Installation We recommend that you prepare your Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge for operation in the following order: Step 1. Verify the contents of the shipping container (see "Shipping Contents" on page 27). Step 2. Register your Vivato AP/Bridge. You can select Register Online Now! here if you currently have an internet connection and are using the online version of the User Guide, or go to http://www.vivato.net/wifiregistration.html. Step 3.
Where to Position The AP/Bridge Installation When using a wireless distribution system (WDS) link between the AP/Bridge and a Vivato Wi-Fi Base Station, use the “wireless associations” function in the base station to monitor the signal strength of the WDS signal at the wireless interface used for the WDS link. Adjust the antenna on the AP/Bridge to maximum the received signal level at the base station. Interfering Signal Sources IEEE 802.
Where to Position The AP/Bridge Installation Coverage Filler Positioning When used with the Vivato Indoor Wi-Fi Base Station to fill a blocked area of Wi-Fi coverage, position the AP/Bridge where it has a good signal from the Wi-Fi Base Station (clear line-of-sight path when possible) and close to the clients that associate with it.
Where to Position The AP/Bridge Installation line-of-sight path when possible). When used with an outdoor Wi-Fi Base Station, this is often achieved by putting the AP/Bridge next to a window with a clear view of the Base Station.
Preparing the AP/Bridge for Operation Installation Preparing the AP/Bridge for Operation To prepare the AP/Bridge for use: Step 1. Thread the two supplied antennas finger tight into their connections (do not over tighten). Step 2. Plug the power supply into a wall outlet that matches voltage range labeled on the power supply shipped with your AP/Bridge, and insert the power supply terminal into its connector on the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge.
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Steps to Configuring the Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages The Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge can be quickly configured using its built-in VivatoVision™ web pages Using the supplied Ethernet crossover cable and a computer with a network interface card that is set up for TCP/IP communication, you can quickly access the web pages to start configuration. If your computer has an IEEE 802.
Default Configuration Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Default Configuration The Wi-Fi AP/Bridge is delivered with the following settings pre-configured. Until you change and save the configuration, these settings are used anytime the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge is rebooted. Pressing and holding the RESET button for at least three seconds will remove a saved “startup-config” file and restore these original defaults: • All client security features are disabled.
Configuration Connections Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Enabling Your Computer’s Network Adapter to Access the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge The default IP address of the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge is 169.254.20.1, with a netmask of 255.255.0.0. Your computer’s network interface must be assigned an IP address within the range of 169.254.0.1 to 169.254.255.254 (such as 169.254.20.2) to initially access the configuration web pages or to access the command line interface using a secure shell.
Configuration Connections Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Start > Settings > Network Connections 1 2 33 43 Make sure this is selected to use APIPA. Make sure this is selected to use APIPA. Figure 1—Enabling Automatic IP Address Assignment on Your Wireless Client Step 5. Shut down your computer. Step 6. Follow the steps described below for the type of connection you are using (wired or wireless). 38 Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge User Guide Copyright © 2004, Vivato, Inc.
Configuration Connections Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Wired Connection to Access the Configuration Web Page After the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge has been powered on for at least 30 seconds, connect the supplied crossover Ethernet cable between your computer’s network interface card (NIC) and the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge’s Ethernet port. 0 Power Ethernet Serial Reset 1 Antennas NIC Crossover Ethernet Cable Figure 2—Wired Connection To Access The Configuration Web Page Step 1.
Configuration Connections Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Click “Yes” to proceed. Step 5. The Wi-Fi AP/Bridge’s login prompt appears on your browser. Enter the default password: vivato vivato Important Only the “Read” level password is needed the first time you access the Quick Setup web pages to configure and reboot the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge.
Configuration Connections Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Wireless Configuration Connection Step 1. Disconnect any wired network connections to your computer. Step 2. Turn your computer on and provide power to the AP/Bridge. Step 3. Enable your computer’s wireless client. In the Microsoft Windows environment, this is typically done by selecting Start > Settings >Network Connections > Wireless Network Connection. Step 4.
Configuration Connections Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Note: As you are configuring the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge’s security settings, you will have to enable each corresponding security setting in your client to re-enable wireless access to the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge. For example, after enabling WEP on the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge during the initial configuration, the AP/Bridge will require the use of WEP and the correct encryption key on your client to re-access the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge after reboot. Step 6.
Entering the Initial Configuration Information in the Quick Setup Pages Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Entering the Initial Configuration Information in the Quick Setup Pages Enter the information in the Setup Type screen and select Continue to continue to the Read Password settings. Continue to fill in the requested information on each screen until all of the Quick Setup screens have been configured and the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge is rebooted using the new settings.
Entering the Initial Configuration Information in the Quick Setup Pages Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Read Password Setup The read password protects unauthorized viewing of configuration settings. Figure 4—Read Password Setup Page • Current “Read” Password: Enter the current password used to allow you to view, but not alter, the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge’s configuration. The password is “vivato” when the Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge is delivered.
Entering the Initial Configuration Information in the Quick Setup Pages Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Enable Password Setup The enable password lets you change, save, and load configuration settings. Figure 5—Enable Password Setup Page • Current “Enable” Password: No default password is configured, therefore leave this field empty the first time you access this screen.
Entering the Initial Configuration Information in the Quick Setup Pages Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Basic Network Setup Basic Network settings identify your Wi-Fi AP/Bridge and specify settings needed to communicate on the local network. Figure 6—Basic Network Setup Page • Hostname: Enter a name to be used to refer to the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge in your wired network.
Entering the Initial Configuration Information in the Quick Setup Pages Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Basic Security Setup The Basic Security settings are used to enable wired equivalent privacy (WEP) security. Unless your network is intended to be totally open for use by any 802.11b client, you should always WEP. Note: To use 802.1x security, select No Security and proceed to the Wireless Options setup page and reboot the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge when prompted. 802.
Entering the Initial Configuration Information in the Quick Setup Pages Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages • WEP: Use wired equivalent privacy. When WEP is selected, clicking on Continue causes a WEP setup screen to be displayed (see below). Select the Key Type (String or Hex), the Key Index (up to four WEP keys can be defined), and enter the Key Value (valid entries are 5 or 13 String characters or 10 or 26 hex digits).
Entering the Initial Configuration Information in the Quick Setup Pages Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages • ESSID: Enter the service set identifier for both wireless interfaces. When one interface is used as an access point for clients, and the other interface is used for a WDS connection to a Wi-Fi Base Station, you should use a different ESSID for each interface to differentiate their signals.
Entering the Initial Configuration Information in the Quick Setup Pages Initial Configuration Using the Built-In Web Pages Where Do I Go From Here? That depends on how you are going to use the AP/Bridge: • Access Point operation: If you are using the AP/Bridge as a stand-alone Access Point with WEP security, it will associate with your WEP-enabled clients now. Your clients should be able access your network.
Navigating the Main Web Page Configuration Screens Using the Main Configuration Web Pages Using the Main Configuration Web Pages The Quick Setup screens are used to configure the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge for basic, secured Wi-Fi operation. All of the settings configured on the Quick Setup screens, and many additional settings, are available on the main configuration pages.
Home Using the Main Configuration Web Pages Status Indicators The following symbols are used to indicate the status of functions accessed on the configuration web pages: indicates that the function is disabled. indicates that the function is enabled. click to edit this setting. Home The Home page is displayed each time the configuration web pages are accessed.
Home Using the Main Configuration Web Pages Currently Associated Clients This area displays the number of clients currently associating through each wireless interface. Clicking on the number of clients value displays details for the associating client(s). Network Information This area displays the number of physical and logical interfaces that are present. Clicking on a value takes you to the network settings used to configure the associated interface.
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Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages Network Configuration Web Pages The Network tab accesses screens for configuring all of the physical and logical interfaces within the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge. Settings for changing IP addresses and wireless interface channel numbers, creating bridges, and creating static IP routes are easily accessed. Network Settings Network settings are arranged on the following configuration pages: • Network>Summary - Summary of current interface settings and routes.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages Network>Summary This page provides an “at a glance” overview of the network interfaces, and provides access to the those configuration settings. Click on 56 for any interface to change its settings. Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge User Guide Copyright © 2004, Vivato, Inc.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages Network>General The General Network Settings are used to specify other devices in your network that the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge must communicate and the routes used to get there. Create a New Route Routes tell the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge where to send packets destined for specified IP addresses. • Name/Destination: Enter the host name or IP address prefix of the destination to which you are trying to connect. For example, if a host called “bonanza” is at IP address 192.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages The 127.0.0.0 route is a loopback path used by the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge’s host, and should not be deleted. 192.168.0.0 • Mark for Removal: Click in this box and select Delete to remove this route. • Gateway: The interface that the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge uses to forward traffic to the destination address. • Netmask: The subnet mask defining the range of IP addresses accessed through this route.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages Create a New Host When a host is created, its host name and IP address are added to the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge’s host table. When host names are used during file transfers or other operations, the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge automatically associates that host name with its specific IP address. Current Host Table The Wi-Fi AP/Bridge’s host table lists the hosts and their corresponding IP addresses that have been entered.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages Network>Bridge Bridges create pathways for data packets to travel freely between two or more interfaces within the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge. Bridges use both physical interfaces (such as the wireless interfaces) and logical interfaces (such as a WDS connection). An interface can only be a part of one bridge at a time.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages Available Bridges This area of the bridge menu is used to indicate existing bridges, and to review and edit a bridge’s configuration. Clicking on configuration for that bridge. causes a screen to be displayed that shows the • State: Enable or disable this bridge. • IP Address: Enter an IP address for the bridge. • Netmask: Enter a subnet mask for the bridge (if an IP address was specified).
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages ◊ Aging Time: Enter the number of seconds that network addresses of devices using the bridge are stored in the bridge table after receiving a packet. The range is 10-1000000 seconds. The default value is 300 seconds. ◊ Forward Delay: The forward time specifies how much time a bridge spends in the listening and learning states before forwarding a packet.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages • BRID: The bridge ID number displays two values: the bridge’s priority setting is the value to the left of the decimal point (default is 8000), the lowest MAC address in the AP/Bridge is to the right of the decimal point. The priority setting is used by spanning tree protocol to determine which bridge has priority when multiple AP/Bridges are used in a network.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages • IP Pool Netmask: Enter the subnet mask for the range of IP addresses specified in the IP Pool functions. • IP Pool End: Enter the ending IP address in the range of address to assign to DHCP-enabled clients. • Lease Time: Enter the number of seconds that an assigned IP address can be leased by a client before it must be renewed.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages Network>Ethernet Interface The following settings can be configured for the wired Ethernet interface: • State: Select ENABLED or DISABLED to use or disable this interface. • IP Address: If needed, enter an IP address for this interface. Remember, if this interface is part of the default bridge (br0), the IP of bridge 0 should be used as the IP of the AP/Bridge to access it from another device; so this field would be left set to “none”.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages Network>Wireless Interfaces The Wi-Fi AP/Bridge contains two wireless interfaces (wlan0 and wlan1) that can be individually configured. Configuring Wireless Interfaces Individually From the Network>Wireless Interfaces screen, you can edit the wireless port’s settings and view statistics for that interface.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages • Beacon ESSID State: When set to DISABLED, the ESSID is not sent in beacons issued by this wireless interface. Since the ESSID is no longer sent, clients cannot display it in their list of available networks and automatically send it in a response to try to associate. Therefore, only clients that have had the ESSID manually entered into their preferred wireless network list can associate with the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages Configuring the Wireless Interfaces as a Group Use these steps to configure several wireless interfaces at one time: 1 Enter the changes for the ESSID, Channel, Status, Broadcast ESSID for each interface. See Configuring Wireless Interfaces Individually for descriptions of each setting. 2 Click on the Select box for the interface(s) to configure using these changes. 3 Select Make Changes.
Network Settings Network Configuration Web Pages Current WDS Information This area lists the WDS connections that have been configured on the AP/Bridge and the MAC address (peer address) of the wireless interface of the device on the other end of the connection. To remove a connection, check its “Select” box and click on Delete. Copyright © 2004, Vivato, Inc.
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Security Settings Security Configuration Web Pages Security Configuration Web Pages The Security tab accesses screens for configuring the various security features in the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge. Security settings determine who is allowed network access through the Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge. Security is initially turned off in the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge to allow access for configuration.
Security Settings Security Configuration Web Pages a secure link between them. See "Optimizing Your Wireless Client For Secure Communications" on page 73 for information on configuring your 802.11b client to use WEP. WEP has been shown to be somewhat susceptible to wireless interception and fraud by those skilled at breaking into networks. Where needed, use 802.1x to provide greater levels of security. See "Security>802.1x" on page 72.
Security Settings Security Configuration Web Pages Important Considerations When Using 802.1x The following conditions must be considered when configuring 802.1x in the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge, clients, and the services supporting 802.1x. • If a Win2K Internet Authentication Server (IAS) is used with the Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge for 802.1x operation, set the 802.1x policies in the IAS to use either “Strongest” (128-bit) or “Basic” (64-bit) encryption.
Security Settings Security Configuration Web Pages Step 2. Right-click on Wireless Network Connection. Step 3. Left-click on Properties. 2 3 Figure 13—Accessing the Wireless Network Connections Configuration Figure 14—Windows XP Wireless Network Connections Screen (With the Client Enabled) 74 Vivato Wi-Fi AP/Bridge User Guide Copyright © 2004, Vivato, Inc.
Security Settings Security Configuration Web Pages Configuring WEP in Your Client See "Security>WEP" on page 71 for a description of WEP. With the client enabled and close enough to the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge to receive its wireless signal, use the following steps to configure WEP after accessing the Wireless Network Connection Properties (described in the previous section).
Security Settings Security Configuration Web Pages Configuring 802.1x in Your Client 802.1x security should be enabled whenever a RADIUS server is used. Windows 2000 clients can use 802.1x/PEAP by downloading the free “Microsoft 802.1X Authentication Client” download. Use the following steps as a guideline to enable 802.1x. Your setup may be slightly different, depending on the version of Windows you are running: Step 1. Enable WEP, and check the box labeled “The key is provided for me automatically”.
Security Settings Security Configuration Web Pages Caution When configuring Windows XP, Windows XP+SP1 or Win2000+SP3 client for 802.1x, do not select “Authenticate as computer when computer information is available.” or “Authenticate as guest when user or computer information is unavailable”. If these options are selected, a wireless interface on the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge may be left open when the user logs off. This presents the potential for unauthorized access to the Wi-Fi AP/Bridge.
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