Air Live 802.11n Long Range PoE AP User manual

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Long Range PoE AP

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FCC 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the

following measures:

z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

z Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device

must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation. For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be

operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.

This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any

other antenna or transmitter.

IMPORTANT NOTE

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance

20cm between the radiator & your body.

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction................................................................................................1

1.1 Overview..............................................................................................1

1.2 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support..................................................1

1.3 Features...............................................................................................2

1.4 Wireless Operation Modes...................................................................3

1.4.1 Access Point Mode......................................................................................3

1.4.2 Client Mode .................................................................................................4

1.4.3 Bridge Mode................................................................................................4

1.4.4 WDS Repeater Mode...................................................................................5

1.4.5 Universal Repeater Mode............................................................................6

2. Installing the N.TOP...................................................................................7

2.1 Package Content .................................................................................7

2.2 Knowing your N.TOP...........................................................................7

2.3 Hardware Installation...........................................................................8

2.4 LED Indicators ...................................................................................10

2.5 Button and Connector Definition........................................................11

3. Configuring the N.TOP ............................................................................13

3.1 Important Information.........................................................................13

3.2 Prepare your PC................................................................................14

3.3 Introduction to IP Finder.....................................................................15

3.4 Introduction to Web Management......................................................17

3.4.1 Getting into Web Management..................................................................17

3.4.2 Main Menu.................................................................................................17

3.5 Configuring with Setup Wizard...........................................................19

3.6 Initial Configurations ..........................................................................20

3.6.1 Changing the Regulatory Domain.........................................................20

3.6.2 Change the Device’s IP Address...........................................................21

3.6.3 Set the Time and Date ..........................................................................22

3.6.4 Change Password.................................................................................23

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4. Wireless Settings.....................................................................................24

4.1 About Wireless Modes.......................................................................24

4.2 Basic Wireless Functions...................................................................25

4.2.1 Wireless Mode...........................................................................................26

4.2.2 Regulatory Domain....................................................................................26

4.2.3 Band..........................................................................................................27

4.2.4 Network Name (SSID)...............................................................................27

4.2.5 Broadcast SSID.........................................................................................27

4.2.6 Multiple SSID.............................................................................................27

4.2.7 Channel.....................................................................................................28

4.2.8 Channel Width...........................................................................................29

4.2.9 Wireless Client Limit..................................................................................29

4.2.10 Security....................................................................................................29

4.2.11 WMM .......................................................................................................32

4.2.12 Data Rate ................................................................................................32

4.2.13 N Data Rate.............................................................................................32

4.3 Advance Settings...............................................................................33

4.4 Access Control...................................................................................35

4.5 Site Survey ........................................................................................36

4.6 WPS...................................................................................................38

4.7 Wireless Scheduling..........................................................................39

5. System Configurations............................................................................40

5.1 Menu Structure ..................................................................................40

5.2 LAN Interface Setup ..........................................................................41

5.2.1 DHCP Settings......................................................................................41

5.2.2 Set Static DHCP....................................................................................42

5.2.3 Domain Name.......................................................................................42

5.2.4 802.11d Spanning Tree .........................................................................42

5.2.5 Clone MAC Address..............................................................................42

5.2.6 Enable AirLive IP Finder Management..................................................42

5.3 Time Settings.....................................................................................43

5.4 Password Settings.............................................................................44

5.5 Watchdog...........................................................................................45

5.6 Firmware Upgrade.............................................................................46

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5.7 Configuration Save and Restore........................................................47

5.8 Factory Default ..................................................................................48

6. Status Menu..............................................................................................49

6.1 Menu Structure ..................................................................................49

6.2 Device Information.............................................................................50

6.3 Statistic ..............................................................................................51

6.4 Log.....................................................................................................52

7. Frequent Asked Questions .....................................................................53

8. Specifications...........................................................................................55

8.1 Hardware Features............................................................................55

8.1.1 General Hardware Feature........................................................................55

8.1.2 Antenna .....................................................................................................55

8.1.3 Power Supply ............................................................................................55

8.1.4 Dimension and Weight...............................................................................55

8.1.5 EMI............................................................................................................55

8.2 Radio Specifications ..........................................................................55

8.2.1 Frequency Band........................................................................................55

8.2.2 Rate and Modulation .................................................................................56

8.2.3 TX Output Power.......................................................................................56

8.2.4 Supported WLAN Mode.............................................................................56

8.2.5 Supported WLAN Encryption.....................................................................56

8.3 Software Feature ...............................................................................56

8.3.1 Operation Mode.........................................................................................57

8.3.2 Management Interface...............................................................................57

8.3.3 Advance Functions ....................................................................................57

8.4 Environmental....................................................................................57

8.4.6 Environmental............................................................................................57

9. Wireless Network Glossary.....................................................................58

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1. Introduction

1.1 Overview

The N.TOP is a ceiling mount wireless multi-function AP based on 300Mbps 2T2R Wireless

b/g/n MIMO standard radio technologies. The Wireless Access Point is equipped with one

10/100 Mbps Auto-sensing Ethernet ports for connecting to LAN and also for cascading to

next Wireless Access Point. It has built-in 802.3af PoE port for installation up to 100 meter

away from the power source.

1.2 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support

If you encounter a technical issue that can not be resolved by information on this guide, we

recommend that you visit our comprehensive website support at

www.airlive.com. The

tech support FAQ are frequently updated with latest information.

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In addition, you might find new firmware that either increase software functions or provide

bug fixes for N.TOP. You can reach our on-line support center at the following link:

http://www.airlive.com/support/support_2.jsp

Since 2009, AirLive has added the “Newsletter Instant Support System” on our website.

AirLive Newsletter subscribers receives instant email notifications when there are new

download or tech support FAQ updates for their subscribed airlive models. To become an

AirLive newsletter member, please visit: http://www.airlive.com/member/member_3.jsp

AirLive Newsletter Suppport System

1.3 Features

 300Mbps 802.11b/g/n Standard

 Up to 27dBm output power (limited to 20dBm in EU, 23dBm in U.S.)

 Built-in MIMO Antennas

 4MB Flash and 32MB SDRAM

 5 wireless multi-function modes:

AP, Client, WDS Bridge, WDS Repeater and Universal

Repeater.

 R-SMA connector antenna.

 1 x 10/100 Ethernet Port with IEEE 802.3af PoE support

 Web management

 Easy Setup Wizard

 Wireless Access Control ,Multiple SSID and Virtual AP

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 Wireless Client Limit, Client Isolation and Watchdog

 IP Finder Management Utility

 Optional 802.2af POE Injector (AirLive POE-48PB) or PoE switch is required for PoE

installation.

 Green WLAN for Power Saving

1.4 Wireless Operation Modes

The N.TOP can perform as a Multi-Function wireless device. Through the AirLogic web

interface, users can easily select which wireless mode they wish the N.TOP to perform.

N.TOP Wireless Operation Mode

Wireless Mode Radio WAN Application

Access Point AP None Hotspot (Indoor and Outdoor)

Client Client None WISP Client

Bridge Bridge None Building to Building network

WDS Repeater AP + Client None Extend distance of another WDS

AP/Router

Universal Repeater AP + Client None Extend distance of any AP Router

1.4.1 Access Point Mode

When operating in the Access Point mode, the N.TOP becomes the center hub of the

wireless network. All wireless cards and clients connect and communicate through N.TOP.

This type of network is known as “Infrastructure Network”. Other N.TOP or 802.11b/g/n

device can connect to AP mode through “Client Mode”.

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1.4.2 Client Mode

This mode is also known as “Client” mode. For N.TOP, there are 2 types of Client modes:

Infrastructure and Adhoc mode. In Infrastructure mode, the N.TOP acts as if it is a

wireless adapter to connect with a remote Access Point. Users can attach a computer or

a router to the LAN port of N.TOP to get network access. This mode is often used by

WISP on the subscriber’s side.

In Client Ad Hoc mode, N.TOP can connect to other wireless adapters without access point.

Users can attach a computer or a router to the LAN port of N.TOP to get network access.

1.4.3 Bridge Mode

This mode is also known as “WDS Pure MAC Bridge mode”. When configured to operate

in the Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Mode, the N.TOP provides bridging functions

with remote LAN networks in the WDS system. The system will support up to total of 8

bridges in a WDS network (by daisy chain). However, each bridge can only associate with

maximum of 4 other bridges in the WDS configuration. This mode is best used when you

want to connect LAN networks together wirelessly (for example, between office and

warehouse). If you have more than 2 AP in WDS Bridges mode, please remember to turn

on the “802.1d Spanning Tree” or “STP” option on to avoid network loop. This mode

usually delivers faster performance than infrastructure mode.

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1.4.4 WDS Repeater Mode

In WDS Repeater mode, the N.TOP functions as a repeater that extends the range of

remote wireless LAN. In this mode, the remote Access Point must have WDS (Wireless

Distribution System) capability. If you require the PC’s MAC addresses to be preserved

when the data pass through the Repeater, it is necessary to use the WDS Repeater mode.

Because the radio is divided into WDS + AP mode, the Repeater mode will have less

performance and distance.

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1.4.5 Universal Repeater Mode

In Universal Repeater mode, the N.TOP functions as a repeater that extends the range of

remote wireless LAN. This mode can repeat the signal of any remote AP/Router, even if

they do not have WDS capability. However, the MAC addresses of any wireless traffic

going through Universal Repeater are “translated” into the Repeater’s MAC address. As a

result, any applications that require identification by MAC address (such as hotspot or

firewall) can not use this mode. It is also recommended to use “DHCP” Relay function to

get IP address from remote DHCP server.

Because the radio is divided into Client + AP mode, the Repeater mode will have less

performance and distance.

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2. Installing the N.TOP

This section describes the installation procedure for the N.TOP. It starts with a summary of

the content of the package you have purchased, followed by steps of how to power up and

connect the N.TOP. Finally, this section explains how to configure a Windows PC to

communicate with the N.TOP.

2.1 Package Content

The N.TOP package contains the following items:

 One N.TOP main unit

 One 5V DC power adapter

 One CD of the N.TOP

 Quick Start Guide

2.2 Knowing your N.TOP

Below are descriptions and diagrams of the product:

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Power Adapter Connector

LAN Port, PoE Port

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2.3 Hardware Installation

Note

Before you starting hardware connection, you are advised to find an

appropriate location to place the Access Point. Usually, the best place for the

Access Point is at the center of your wireless network, with line of straight to all

your wireless stations.

1. Screw the bottom case into the wall.

2. There are two ways to connect N.TOP,

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(1) Via PoE

N.TOP is equipped with 802.3af compliant PoE port. You can select AirLive PoE-48PB for

the deployment of the PoE network environment. The POE-48PB is an optional accessory

that must be purchased separately. You must use Cat.5E or better graded Ethernet

Cable for PoE Installation.

(2) Via power adapter

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3. Put the case screws back.

2.4 LED Indicators

This section describes the LED behavior of N.TOP.

You can find the LED in front of the N.TOP.

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LED Display Status Description

On The access point is switched on and correctly

powered.

Slow

Blinking

System is reset to factory default, at the same time

WLAN LED is on.

1

PWR

Off The access point is switched off.

On Wireless WPS mode is enabled.

Off Wireless network is switched off.

2

WLAN

Flashing Wireless LAN activity (transferring or receiving data).

On LAN port is connected

Off LAN port is not connected

3

LAN

Flashing LAN activity (transferring or receiving data)

2.5 Button and Connector Definition

This section describes the button behavior of N.TOP.

You can find the Button in front of the N.TOP.

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Button

Description

Reset / WPS

Reset the router to factory default settings (clear all settings) or start

WPS function.

y Reset: Press this button and hold for 10 seconds to restore all

settings to factory defaults.

y WPS: Press this button for less than 5 seconds to start WPS

function.

Connector Description

Power connector, connects to A/C power adapter.

Power

Local Area Network (LAN) port.

Ethernet

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The N.TOP offers web browser (http) as management interface. In this chapter, we will

explain N.TOP’s web management interface and how to get into them.

3.1 Important Information

The following information will help you to get start quickly. However, we recommend you

to read through the entire manual before you start. Please note the password and SSID

are case sensitive.

 The default IP address is: 192.168.1.254 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

 The default user’s name is: admin

 The default password is: airlive

 The default SSID is: airlive

 The default wireless mode is : AP mode

 After power on, please wait for 1 minutes for N.TOP to finish boot up

 Please remember to click on “Apply” for new settings to take effect

 You must reboot the N.TOP after you finish all the settings for changes to

take effect

 The default regulatory domain is “ETSI” for Europe. If you are not living in EU

countries, you might wish to change the regulatory domain. However, please do

not choose regulatory domain that does not apply to your country. Using wrong

regulatory domain might be illegal.

 By Default, the DHCP server is turned off, please to configure your PC’s IP

address manually.

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3.2 Prepare your PC

The N.TOP can be managed remotely by a PC through either the wired or wireless network.

The default IP address of the N.TOP is 192.168.1.254 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0.

This means the IP address of the PC should be in the same subnet of the N.TOP..

To prepare your PC for management with the N.TOP, please do the following:

1. Connect your PC directly to the LAN port of N.TOP

2. Set your PC’s IP address manually to 192.168.1.100 (or other address in the same

subnet)

You are ready now to configure the N.TOP using your PC.

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