Strix Systems Access/One AM11AABG Quick start guide

Brand: Strix Systems

Model: Access/One AM11AABG

Type: Quick start guide

Strix Systems Access/One AM11AABG is an antenna module that can be used to extend the range of a wireless network. It is designed to be used with other Strix Systems Access/One products, such as the Network Node and the Network Server. The AM11AABG supports the 802.11a/b/g/n wireless standards and can operate on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands. It has a maximum data rate of 300 Mbps and can be used to create a wireless network with a range of up to 300 feet.

Quick Start Guide

Access/One™ Network

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Part Number: 210-0005-01 (Rev C)

Quick Start Guide

LEASE TAKE THE TIME TO REVIEW THIS GUIDE BEFORE YOU COMMENCE ANY TASKS

The box you have just opened contains several modules that are similar to each other in appearance. When assembled, these modules form

an Access/One Network Node. Also included in the box are a power supply and Dual Lock™ patches for attaching the Node to a desk, cubicle

or wall/ceiling mounting bracket. If ordered, external antennas, the mounting bracket and/or security locking cable are all packaged

separately. A wireless coverage map and Node inventory list generated by the Strix Architect/One™ application, or your own network map,

will be useful references during the Access/One Network installation process.

Adding a Network Node to Your Existing Access/One Network

If you are not familiar with Network Node assembly or the powering on procedure, go to the next section (new installation).

When adding a Network Node to an existing Access/One Network you must admit the Node to the wireless network before user connectivity is

allowed. To do this, perform the following steps:

1. Assemble the Network Node.

2. Power on the Network Node.

3. Start the Manager/One™ application by clicking the Strix icon on the toolbar of your Web browser.

4. Double-click on any Network Server in the Manager/One listing to display a map of all the Network Nodes.

5. Select the newly installed Node on the map and admit it into the Access/One Network and the security domain (if your network is

partitioned into multiples). The new Node will inherit the network’s configuration and security settings when it reboots itself, rejoining

the network cloud as a fully authorized member.

Installing a New Access/One Network

The Access/One Network modules in the box are pre-positioned in the correct order for easy assembly of the Network Node; however, it is

always a good idea to double-check that the correct modules are in the box. The following bullet points will help you identify each module.

• The Base Module is always present. Its model number begins with the letters BME. It may have 0, 1 or 4 Ethernet ports.

• The Network Server Module (if present) must be placed directly above the Base Module. Its model number is NWSV.

• Wireless Modules are placed next. These modules have a model number that begins with the letters WM11 followed by Ae, Be or Ge.

The following table shows the supported physical stacking configurations for Wireless Modules, from bottom to top.

AM11AABG AM11AABG AM11AABG AM11AABG AM11AABG

WM11Ae WM11Be WM11Ge WM11Be WM11Ge

WM11Ae WM11Ae WM11Ae WM11Ge WM11Ge

NWSV NWSV NWSV NWSV NWSV

BMEx BMEx BMEx BMEx BMEx

• If present, the Antenna Module is placed last. Its model number is AM11AABG. Strix Antenna Modules do not look like traditional

antennas because the antenna is contained within the module.

Assembling Nodes

It takes less than a minute to assemble a Network Node, and because of their unique wave design

there is only one way modules can be attached to each other. To assemble Nodes, perform the

following steps:

1. Unpack the Base Module. If the Node is to be permanently attached to a desk, cubicle or

wall/ceiling bracket, then open the plastic bag with the Dual Lock patches, turn the

module over and attach the patches to the three sunken circles on the bottom of the

module (press hard to make sure each patch sticks firmly to the surface). Place the

module upright with the LED window facing you.

2. Unpack the remaining modules. Using the above table as a guide for the correct stacking

order, simply snap each new module on top of the Node being assembled (an audible

click will be heard when modules are correctly attached to each other). A Network Node is

completely assembled when the Antenna Module is attached.

3. Unless you plan to use Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), remove the power supply from its

packing box and insert the small DC power jack into the rear of the Base Module. The

power jack includes a locking mechanism, so you might have to turn it a quarter turn in

either direction to correctly fit the jack into place. Once inserted, turn the jack again in

any direction to lock it (to prevent the power cord from being pulled out accidentally).

Placing Nodes (Free Standing)

Nothing else needs to be done if you plan to place the Node on a desk, filing cabinet, book shelf,

or any other flat surface—the Node will stand on its own four rubber feet (the Dual Lock patches

do not need to be attached to the Base Module if the Node will be free standing).

Mounting Nodes

If you want a more permanent placement or you choose to use the wall/ceiling mounting bracket, attach the Node to the surface or mounting

bracket with the supplied Dual Lock patches (they create a very strong bond between surfaces but can still be removed by hand when a little

force is applied). You can also secure the Node in place with a security locking cable to prevent misplacement or theft.

If you ordered a mounting bracket (packaged separately), use the hardware supplied with the bracket to attach the bracket to the wall or

ceiling. Mounting brackets are designed so that the Node hangs upside down for optimal wireless RF coverage.

• Place the mating side of the Dual Lock patches on the desk, cabinet, book shelf, bracket, or other surface. Ensure that the mounting

surface is clean (use isopropyl). Always press hard enough for the patches to stick, then allow at least 1 hour for the bonding to reach

maximum strength. Align the assembled Node with the Dual Lock patches and apply light pressure to engage.

• If you ordered the security locking cable (packaged separately), with the Node facing you thread the cable through the opening on the

left side of every module—starting with the Antenna Module and ending with the Base Module. Use the hardware supplied to secure the

cable to a permanent object (for example, a bracket, wall, desk, etc.).

Your Node is now ready to be plugged in.

Powering Up Nodes

An assembled Node may have zero, one or four Ethernet ports on the rear of its Base Module. If no Ethernet ports are present, simply plug

the power cord into the nearest outlet. When at least one Ethernet port is present, the one closest to the power jack on the rear of the

module supports PoE (labeled on the rear panel). In this case, the power jack and/or PoE can be used as the power source.

Attach Ethernet cables (not supplied) to the appropriate port(s) and turn on the power. The front of each module has one LED. During the

initialization process the Base Module’s LED will initially turn ORANGE and almost immediately turn GREEN. The LEDs on all other modules will

momentarily blink GREEN and then become continuous GREEN.

Your Node is now operational.

Cautions

• Access/One Network automatically obtains the necessary IP addresses from a DHCP server. A DHCP server must be present on your

network and accessible by the Node, otherwise each module will boot with an IP address of 192.168.254.254.

• In North America only, the Strix Network Node will recognize if a non-Strix external 802.11a antenna is attached to it and will

automatically disable the lowest channel frequency band. This is an FCC requirement.

• If any module’s LED remains ORANGE or continuously goes through the startup sequence (ORANGE, blinking GREEN, ORANGE …),

please contact your local Strix representative for assistance.

• Each Ethernet port (on the rear of the Node) has two LEDs. One indicates the link connection speed (ON = 100Mbps, OFF =

10Mbps) and the other indicates the link status (ON or blinking = network connection, OFF = no network connection).

Installing Manager/One™

In most cases there is no need to manage individual Nodes in the Access/One Network. The network is managed as a whole using our

Manager/One utility, downloadable from the Support section of our Web site at: http://www.strixsystems.com. The utility requires Microsoft

Internet Explorer 6.0 or later.

1. Install Manager/One on the PC you will use for network management by executing the downloaded setup file and following the

onscreen instructions. When the installation is completed, the Strix logo is placed on your Web browser’s toolbar.

2. Click on the logo to see the Manager/One panel in the left pane—it displays a listing of the discovered Access/One Network modules.

3. Double-click on any Network Server in the listing to start managing or monitoring the entire Access/One Network. When prompted for

an initial login, the default username is Admin and the default password is also Admin (case-sensitive). You will be asked to change

the password the first time you login (the network will remember your new password). At this point you can attach and login to any

Access/One Network Node or module.

4. The first time you launch Manager/One, you will be asked to provide a name for your Access/One Network. Any new Strix Nodes

discovered by Manager/One will be treated as rogue Nodes until you authorize them.

Keep In Mind

• DHCP and FTP servers must be accessible to your Access/One Network. A DHCP server automatically provides IP addresses to all

Access/One Network Nodes while an FTP server allows you to download image upgrades, as required. If a DHCP server is used to

provide addresses, it must specify a default gateway and/or DNS address (which can be pinged by Strix devices). Failure to specify

either address will result in Network Nodes not associating with each other. If DHCP is not used, a gateway or DNS address must be

specified manually.

• At least one Network Server module must exist in the Access/One Network (shown on the Manager/One panel in your browser). It

is a good idea to make sure that a Node containing a Network Server module is operational before all others.

• A single Network Server can support up to eight (8) Network Nodes in the Access/One Network. Using more than eight Nodes

requires additional Network Servers.

Ensuring Network Security

Strix Access/One Network Nodes present a consistent network connection to attached wireless users (devices). Typically, these Nodes form a

mix of wired and wireless interconnections, with at least one Node connected to a backbone/overlay wired network. This infrastructure is

always secure—the Nodes are authenticated by the network and all wireless interconnections are encrypted out-of-the-box using an AES

cipher and a Strix private encryption key.

Wireless users (devices) attached via the wireless inter-Node connections are not allowed to connect to your network until the wireless Node

itself has been authenticated by you and allowed to join the wireless cloud.

User security policies are established within the Manager/One utility screens. The Access/One Network User’s Guide compliments the on-

screen Help information.

Quick Start Guide Part Number: 210-0005-01 (Rev C)

Strix Systems Access/One AM11AABG Quick start guide

Brand: Strix Systems

Model: Access/One AM11AABG

Type: Quick start guide

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