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Corinex Wireless to Powerline AP

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components, software and firmware become available; therefore, the

information contained in this document is subject to change without

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2003-11-13 ver 1.2

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Content

Content ....................................................................................... 2

1. Introduction ............................................................................ 5

1.1 Access Point Overview .......................................................... 5

1.2 Technical Specifications ........................................................ 7

1.3 Package Content ................................................................... 8

Enclosed CD Content ............................................................ 8

1.4 Requirements ....................................................................... 9

1.5 Physical Details .................................................................... 9

Front Panel ........................................................................... 9

LED Definition .................................................................... 10

Rear Panel .......................................................................... 10

Using a different external antenna ...................................... 11

Content of the label on the bottom of the Access Point ....... 12

Environmental Parameters .................................................. 13

Electrical Parameters ........................................................... 13

2. Installation Overview ............................................................. 14

2.1 Step 1: Connecting the Access Point ................................... 15

2.2 Step 2: Configuring the Computers ..................................... 15

A. Using the Powerline Connection ...................................... 16

B. Using the Wireless Connection ......................................... 16

2.3 TCP/IP Settings .................................................................... 17

Configuring Windows XP PCs .............................................. 17

Configuring Windows 98 and Millennium PCs ..................... 21

Configuring Windows 2000 PCs .......................................... 25

Configuring Linux PCs ......................................................... 29

Configuring Macintosh clients ............................................. 35

Configuring other clients .................................................... 37

2.4 Step 3 Configuring the Access Point ................................... 38

3. Access Point Configuration ................................................... 39

3.1 Overview ............................................................................ 39

3.2 Password Entry ................................................................... 40

3.3 Home Tabs .......................................................................... 40

Status ................................................................................. 40

Help ................................................................................... 42

3.4 IP Address Tabs ................................................................... 43

IP Address Settings ............................................................. 43

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3.5 Wireless Tabs ..................................................................... 44

Wireless Settings ................................................................ 44

Wireless Mode .................................................................. 47

Security Settings ................................................................ 49

3.6 Powerline Tabs ................................................................ 54

SNMP Agent ...................................................................... 54

Network Encryption Key (NEK) Password Setting .............. 55

Powerline Statistics ............................................................ 56

Powerline Priority Settings ................................................. 57

3.7 Advanced Settings ............................................................. 58

MAC Address Filtering ....................................................... 58

Block Sites ......................................................................... 59

Security Log ....................................................................... 60

3.8 Utilities .............................................................................. 61

Restart Access Point ........................................................... 61

Restore Factory Default ...................................................... 62

Save/Backup Current Settings ............................................ 63

Restore Previous Settings .................................................. 65

Firmware Update ............................................................... 66

System Settings ................................................................. 68

3.9 Powerline Setup Using Corinex Setup Tool ....................... 69

Installing the Setup Tool .................................................... 69

Running the Setup Tool ..................................................... 72

3.10 Setup of Access Point SNMP Powerline Agent on the

OPM Management Station ............................................... 75

Adding a Local Network .................................................... 76

Adding a Powerline Network ............................................. 77

Adding a Powerline Device ................................................ 79

4. Appendix A: Troubleshooting ............................................... 85

4.1 Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................... 85

4.2 Frequently Asked Questions ............................................ 87

4.3 Corinex Authorized Powerline Partners Program ............... 89

5. Appendix B: Glossary .......................................................... 90

6. Appendix C: How to Ping your ISP’s E-mail and Web

Addresses .............................................................................. 100

6.1 Step One: Pinging an IP Address ....................................... 101

6.2 Step Two: Pinging for a Web Address ................................ 102

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7. Appendix D: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for

Your Wireless Adapter ....................................................... 103

7.1 For Windows 95, 98 and Me ............................................... 103

7.2 For Windows NT, 2000 and XP ........................................... 105

7.3 For Linux PC ....................................................................... 105

7.4 For Macintosh OS X computer ............................................ 107

Index ........................................................................................ 109

1 Introduction

Congratulations! Thank you for choosing the Corinex Wireless to Powerline

Access Point. The Access Point allows you to create a home or small

business network to share your high-speed Internet connection using a

Wireless connection.

1.1 Access Point Overview

Wireless to powerline local area network (LAN) solutions based on Corinex

Wireless to Powerline Access Point products, connect a wireless device to

the electrical wire in a premises. The electrical wires build the "backbone"

for other "wired" devices on the network, which are connected to this

backbone by Corinex powerline adapters. Any high-performance Corinex

Wireless to Powerline Access Point extends the coverage of your network

of electrical wires and provides access to the Internet and corporate or

personal information from all mobile devices without additional expensive

cabling infrastructure. The Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point

supports 802.11b standard based wireless client devices and the entirely

new designed and enhanced Corinex Powerline products family, consisting

of:

• Corinex Powerline Ethernet Adapter

• Corinex Powerline USB Adapter

• Corinex Powerline Ethernet Wall Mount

• Corinex CableLAN Adapter

• Corinex Powerline Router

The combination of the Corinex powerline and the wireless access point

technology enhances the capabilities of WLAN technology and maximizes

area coverage by utilizing existing electrical "wires" infrastructure to provide

a costs effective network deployment to any room where a connection to

wireless devices based upon the 802.11b technology is desirable.

General Description

The Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point fully complies with the

IEEE 802.11b and the HomePlug 1.0.1 standards. This means that the

wireless access point is fully interoperable with all other 802.11b compliant

products. The access point uses microwave technology operating in the

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Access Point Overview

Corinex Wireless to Powerline AP

license-free 2.4 GHz band and offers bridging mode operation, DHCP

client and IP filtering functionalities. A dual (one external and one internal)

dipole antenna provides superior polarized reception and diversity. The

Access Point’s power jack is the connecting medium to the 14 Mbps

digital powerline communication network based on the HomePlug 1.0.1

standard. This allows the easiest installation of a wireless HotSpot area

where every power outlet can be used as the powerline network interface

to the access point.

Reliable Data Throughput

The highest possible data throughput at any moment is obtained by

dynamic rate scaling at a maximum of 11 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 2 Mbps and

1 Mbps, determined by the wireless connection. The dynamic rate scaling

broadens the range of the connectivity by decreasing the speed of digital

signal strength. Therefore the maximum speed on the network is 14 Mbps

within the Powerline segment of the powerline network.

Networking Security

The wireless access point provides a standard 40 bit Wired Equivalent

Privacy (WEP) encryption for enhanced data privacy for wireless network

segment and uses 64/128 bit WEP (Wireless) and 56 bit DES (Powerline)

link encryption with key management for secured communication over

the powerline network segment. By using DSSS (wireless) and OFDM

(powerline) technologies, data corruption, interference and unauthorized

detection are minimized.

The Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point contains HTTP server

with a web configurable SNMP powerline agent*. This enables you to

connect to it and to configure it by using your web browser. Every Corinex

Powerline, CableLAN and Wireless product, no matter where it is located

in the network, can be managed by Corinex Open Powerline Management

software or by using a web browser. This represents an ideal networking

management solution for homes, small medium size offices, schools,

hospitals, hotels and retail outlets, without pulling a new wires.

End user equipment, which uses Corinex adapters to connect to the

network can run on Windows 98/ME/2000/NT/XP, Linux and MAC OsX

operating systems and uses the full range of the Access Point networking

features.

*see chapter 3.6 and 3.10 for more details

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Technical Specifications

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1.2 Technical Specifications

Standards support

IEEE 802.11b

HomePlug Powerline Alliance Specification 1.0,

1.0.1

Interface

Wireless IEEE 802.11b

One DC power pin for both Powerline networking

and power supply

Modulation

Powerline: OFDM / DQPSK / DBPSK

Wireless: DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK

MAC protocol

Powerline: CSMA/CA

Wireless: CSMA/CA

Max.Bandwidth

Powerline

Wireless

Up to 14 Mbps

11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbps, Auto Fall-Back

Powerline Frequency

Range

4.5 MHz to 21 MHz (HomePlug 1.0.1)

DHCP DHCP Client

Wireless Port

Properties

- Data Rate

1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps

- Signal Frequency

DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK

- Encryption

64bit and 128bit WEP data encryption

802.1x and WPA data encryption

- Channel

America FCC: 2.412~2.462 GHz (11 channels)

Europe CE/ETSI: 2.412~2.472 GHz (13 channels)

Japan: 2.412~2.484 GHz (14 channels)

France: 2.457~2.472 GHz(4 channels)

Spain: 2.457~2.462 GHz (2 channels)

- RF Power Output: 20 dBm (typical)

- Receiver Sensitivity: -82dBm @11Mbps,

PER<8*10-2

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Technical Specifications / Package Content

Corinex Wireless to Powerline AP

Software / Firmware

− AP and Client mode support

− DHCP Client

− Channel Selection

− Supports WEP (authentication and encryption)

− Web-based configuration via popular browser

SIE, Netscape…)

− Firmware downloads and upgrades via web

server

− Reset to default by web server or hardware

button

Security

Powerline: 56-bit DES using cipher block chaining

Wireless: Hardware-based 40/64-bit & 128-bit WEP

encryption, 802.1x and WPA encryption type

Forwarding Mode Store and Forward

Antenna Detachable SMA type antenna, 2 dB

Cable

One DC power connector for both powerline

networking and power supply

Power External Power Supply 6.3 VDC, 1 A

Dimensions (WxDxL) 148,01mm x 106,47mm X 52,62mm

Weight 280 g

1.3 Package Content

When you receive your Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point, check

to be sure that your package contains:

• Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point

• Detachable wireless antenna

• AC adapter

• Installation CD-ROM with User Guide

• Quick Installation Guide

As we do constant improvement of our products, it can happen that we

have newer versions of software tools included on the installation CD. If

you want to check and/or download the latest versions of software for your

Corinex product, just click the www.corinex.com/download

Enclosed CD Content:

- Access Point Quick Start Guide

- Access Point User Guide (this document)

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- Powerline Setup Tool for Windows, MAC OS X and Linux

- Acrobat Reader

1.4 Requirements

• IBM Compatible PC or Macintosh computer (needed for initial

configuration the Access Point)

• AC 220/110 V power outlet

• Powerline and/or Wireless connection for each computer

• Windows 98/ME/2000/NT/XP, Mac OS X or Linux operating

system

• Web browser supporting JavaScript for Access Point

management

1.5 Physical Details

Fig. 1.1 Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point

Front Panel

Fig. 1.2 Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point Front Scheme

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LED Definition:

System

POWER: Green

On: Power On

Off: Power Off

TEST: Yellow

On: The system is initializing

Off: The system is ready and running

Powerline

LINK: Green

On: Good Link to the powerline network

Off: No Link

ACT: Yellow

Off: No data transmit to powerline

Blinking: Receiving/Transmitting data

Wireless

LINK: Green

On: Indicating the wireless port is initialization

Blinking: Receiving/Transmitting data via WLAN

Rear Panel

Fig. 1.3 Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point Back Scheme

Reset Switch

Push = reboot

Restoring the factory default settings by pressing the Reset button

for 10 seconds.

Antenna connector

For linking to wireless devices based upon the 802.11b standard.

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Power Inlet

The device is equipped with an external power supply. Connect the

power cord supplied with the device. This connection acts for both,

the Powerline network connection and the power supply.

Using a different external antenna

Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point uses two types of antennas:

one internal and one external. The external one is a small (2dB) detachable

omni-directional antenna suitable for indoor installations and limited

distances (supplied with each Access Point).

If you want to increase the signal coverage, you can use some of the wide

variety of antennas with higher gain and connect it to the Access Point.

Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point can offer the following typical

wireless performance characteristics:

Fig 1.4. Using a different external antenna

When you are about to install your wireless devices without the appropriate

cabling, connectors and accessories, It will provide little comfort.

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Content of the label on the bottom of the Access Point

Here you can confirm the voltage and current values for your Access Point.

You can also read 2 MAC Addresses (WLAN, PLC) and serial number (SN), as

well as network password required for remote powerline password change

as defined in the Corinex Open Powerline Management Software.

US and CAN label version:

Fig. 1.5 Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point Safety Label for

US & CAN

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Euro, UK and Australian label version:

Fig. 1.6 Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point Safety Label for

UK, EU & AUS

Environmental Parameters

Operation

Operational Temperature: 0~40°C (32~104°F)

Relative Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing

Storage

Temperature: -25~75°C (-13~167°F)

Relevant Humidity: 0%~95% non-condensing

Altitude: Sea level to 40,000 feet

Electrical Parameters

AC Power

Input Voltage: External Power Supply 6.3VDC, 1A with

four different plugs

USA, Europe, UK, AUS (100 – 130 V for the

US and 210 - 240V for Europe, UK, AUS)

Line Frequency: 60/50Hz (USA / Europe)

Power Output to AP: 6.3VDC, 1A

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Installation Overview

Corinex Wireless to Powerline AP

2 Installation Overview

This Guide will assist you for the first time with the successful installation

and configuration of your Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point. It will

help you with basic settings, which are covering most of the settings you

may need to configure for your Internet connection to be shared through

the Powerline medium. If you however require a more sophisticated setup,

we advise you to read the Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point User

Guide, which is enclosed in the Installation CD.

Fig. 1.7 Installation Overview

The next chapters will explain to you how to connect your Corinex Wireless

to Powerline Access Point in three easy steps.

Step 1: Connecting the Access Point – First you need to connect the

Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point to the power.

Step 2: Configuring the Computers – Then you need to connect the

computers to the Access Point, in order to be able to configure the settings

of the Access Point. These steps differ between Wireless and Powerline

connection and they also differ between different sorts of operating

systems and computers.

Step 3: Configuring the Access Point – The last step required is to

configure your Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point settings

according to your Internet connection.

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2.1 Step 1: Connecting the Access Point

A. Locate an optimum location for the Corinex Wireless to Powerline

Access Point. The best place for the Access Point is usually at the center of

your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.

B. Fix the direction of the antenna. Try to place it in a position best covering

your wireless network.

C. Plug the supplied AC power adapter to the Corinex Wireless to Powerline

Access Point and after that, into an AC outlet.

Note: Use only the power adapter supplied with the Access Point.

Usage of a different adapter may result in product damage!

After the Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point is powered ON, verify

LED functionality described below:

• The LED on the Powerline side labelled LINK should be ON

• The LED on the Wireless side labelled POWER should be ON

Note: All other wireless devices must be operating in the infrastructure

mode, so that they can communicate with the Access Point. If any

wireless device is configured in the ad-hoc mode, it will not be

recognized by the Access Point.

2.2 Step 2: Configuring the Computers

The instructions in this chapter will help you to configure each of your

computers to be able to communicate with the Corinex Wireless to

Powerline AP. This process differs between wireless connected computers

and powerline connected computers, and it also depends on the operating

systems.

If you have a wireless connected computer, proceed to B, if you have a

powerline connected computer proceed to A.

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Step 2: Configuring the Computers

Corinex Wireless to Powerline AP

A. Using the Powerline Connection

We advise you to read and use the manual of your powerline adapter

to establish a powerline connection between the Corinex Wireless to

Powerline Access Point and a Powerline Adapter. Use the default Powerline

(NEK) password "HomePlug", as this is the factory default password setting

for the Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access Point. When you are using

the Corinex Setup Tool to configure your powerline adapter, you can

check, whether your Adapter has a powerline connection to the Corinex

Wireless to Powerline Access Point by searching for the MAC addresses

of the Access Point in the last window of the Corinex Setup Tool. You will

find the correct MAC address of your Corinex Wireless to Powerline Access

Point also on the label on the bottom of the Access Point’s plastic cover

(MAC PLC / SN).

Fig. 2.1 Corinex Setup Tool

B. Using the Wireless Connection

You may need to reconfigure some wireless settings to ensure that all

settings match between wireless devices.

Note: Different wireless settings will disable successful wireless network

connections between wireless adapters.

Default Wireless Interface Settings are:

SSID: Corinex

Channel: 11

WEP: Disabled

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TCP/IP Settings

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Note: WEP is disabled by default for an easier installation. For enhanced

security purposes, it is recommended that you later (after a successful

configuration) enable WEP on all wireless devices.

Find out which operating system is running your computer, like Windows

95, 98, Millennium, 2000, XP, Linux or Macintosh OS X or any other

operating system. Then follow the instructions for configuring the TCP/IP

networking for your system in the following section.

2.3 TCP/IP Settings

Configuring Windows XP PCs

1. Click the Start button, then open the Control Panel. From here,

click the Network Connections icon and then the Network

Connections window appears.

2. Select the Local Area Connection icon for the applicable adapter

(Wireless adapter, if you are wireless connected or Powerline

Adapter if you are powerline connected. It is usually the first

adapter listed). Double-click the Local Area Connection.

Fig. 2.2 Local Area Connection Status

3. The Local Area Connection Status screen will appear. Click the

Properties button.

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