Summary of Contents for Air Live AirMax5X Series
- Page 1 AirMax5X Series 5G High Throughput Outdoor CPE with PoE Pass through User’s Manual...
- Page 2 Copyright and Disclaimer Version 3.0 This guide is written for firmware version 3.0 or later. Copyright & Disclaimer No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means, whether electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or recording without the written consent of OvisLink Corp.
- Page 3 Copyright and Disclaimer 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introduction ....................1 1.1 Overview....................1 1.2 Special Notice ..................2 1.3 How to Use This Guide ................2 1.4 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support ..........3 1.5 Features....................4 1.6 Wireless Operation Modes..............4 1.6.1 Access Point Mode ..................4 1.6.2 WDS station Mode..................5 1.6.3 WDS AP Mode (WDS + AP) ................5 1.6.4 Client Infrastructure Mode ................6... - Page 5 Table of Contents 3.5 Initial Configurations ................18 3.5.1 Choose the wireless Operation Modes ............18 3.5.2 Change the Device’s IP Address ...............19 3.5.3 Set the Time and Date ................20 3.5.4 Change Password ..................21 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings........22 4.1 About AirMax5X’s Menu Structure .............22 4.2 Operation Modes (Wireless and WAN Settings) ........23 4.2.1 Access Point Mode setting.................24 4.2.2 Client infrastructure mode setting ..............32...
- Page 6 Table of Contents 5.2 Device Status ..................49 5.2.1 Device Information..................49 5.2.2 Wireless Information ..................50 5.2.3 Internet Information ...................50 5.2.4 Wireless Client Table .................51 5.2.5 System Log....................51 5.3 PoE Pass-through (Power up another Device) ........52 6. Antenna Alignment ..................53 6.1 About AirMax5X’s Antenna..............53 6.1.1 Mounting Adjustment .................54 6.2 Preparation before Installation ............54 6.3 Antenna Alignment using Signal Survey ..........54...
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Page 7: Introduction
1. Introduction Introduction 1.1 Overview The AirMax5X is a 2T2R wireless outdoor multi-function device based on IEEE 802.11a/n 5-GHz radio technologies. When installed in upright position, it is rain and splash proof. It features an integrated 14dBi patch antenna and passive POE to simplify the installation. The built-in antenna can provide up to 20km of distance depending on conditions. -
Page 8: Special Notice
1. Introduction 1.2 Special Notice This product requires professional installation. Please do not attempt to install the device without the necessary knowledge in regards to your country's wireless regulations. Functions and features in your product’s firmware might be different due to regulations in your country. -
Page 9: Firmware Upgrade And Tech Support
1. Introduction This section is the page where Access Point mode is chosen. Therefore, it is advised that you must read through the entire section. 4.3 Client Mode: Here explains the WDS setting page. 4.4 WDS Access Point Mode 4.5 WDS Station Mode 4.6 AP Router Mode 4.7 Wireless ISP Mode Chapter 5: Web Management 2: Configurations and Status... -
Page 10: Features
1. Introduction 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.php 1.5 Features... -
Page 11: Wds Station Mode
1. Introduction 1.6.2 WDS station Mode In WDS station mode, the AirMax5X functions similar as client mode In this mode, the remote client must have WDS (Wireless Distribution System) capability. If you require the PC’s or client’s MAC addresses to be preserved when the data pass through the Access Point, it is necessary to use the WDS AP mode for remote side AirMax5X and another AirMax5X running for WDS station 1.6.3 WDS AP Mode (WDS + AP) -
Page 12: Client Infrastructure Mode
1. Introduction 1.6.4 Client Infrastructure Mode This mode is also known as “Client” mode. In Client Infrastructure mode, the AirMax5X 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 AirMax5X to get network access. This mode is often used by WISP on the subscriber’s side. -
Page 13: Ap Router Mode
1. Introduction 1.6.6 AP Router Mode In AP Router Mode, the AirMax5X behaves like a wireless router. The non-PoE port of the AirMax5X will become WAN port. Both the wireless and the passive PoE port of AirMax5X becomes the LAN side. User can manage the AirMax5X through the wireless or passive PoE port. -
Page 14: Installing The Airmax5X
2. Installing the AirMax5X Installing the AirMax5X This section describes the hardware features and the hardware installation procedure for the AirMax5X. For software configuration, please go to chapter 3 for more details. 2.1 Before You Start It is important to read through this section before you install the AirMax5X The AirMax5X comes with everything you need to start installation with exception of the PoE Ethernet Cable. -
Page 15: Package Content
2. Installing the AirMax5X 2.2 Package Content The AirMax5X package contains the following items: One AirMax5X main unit One 48V 1A DC power adapter Passive PoE DC Injector 1 x Plastic Straps User’s Guide CD Quick Start Guide The PoE Ethernet cable is not included in the package. You may choose an outdoor specification Ethernet cable according to the length you need. -
Page 16: Knowing Your Airmax5X
2. Installing the AirMax5X 2.3 Knowing your AirMax5X Below are descriptions and diagrams of the product: LED Behavior LED Indicator State Description The AirMax5X is powered ON. 1. PWR LED The AirMax5X is powered Off. Port linked. 2. Secondary No link. Port LED Data is transmitting or receiving on the LAN Flashing... -
Page 17: Hardware Installation
2. Installing the AirMax5X 2.4 Hardware Installation Please prepare a screw driver and an outdoor graded PoE Ethernet cable with adequate length according to your need. 1. Push the button in the side to remove 2. Pass through Ethernet cable from the upper housing. -
Page 18: Standard Pole Mount
2. Installing the AirMax5X 3. Install the upper housing and make 4. Install POE Injector sure the housing is well installed. 2.4.1 Standard Pole Mount Your AirMax5X comes standard with 1 plastic straps for pole mounting. Please follow the procedure below to install: 1. -
Page 19: Restore Settings To Default
2. Installing the AirMax5X 2. Thread the thinner end of the strap into the opening on the other end. Then tighten the strap around the pole as tightly as possible. 2.5 Restore Settings to Default If you have forgotten your AirMax5X’s IP address or password, you can restore your AirMax5X to the default settings by pressing on the “reset button”... -
Page 20: Configuring The Airmax5X
3. Configuring the AirMax5X Configuring the AirMax5X In this chapter, we will explain AirMax5X’s available management interfaces and how to get into them. Then, we will provide the introduction on Web Management and recommended initial settings. For detail explanations on Web Management functions, please go to Chapter 4 and 5. -
Page 21: Management Interface
3. Configuring the AirMax5X You are ready now to configure the AirMax5X using your PC. 3.3 Management Interface The AirMax5X can be configured using the web interfaces: Web Management (HTTP) You can manage your AirMax5X by simply typing its IP address in the web browser. Most functions of AirMax5X can be accessed by web management interface. -
Page 22: Introduction To Web Management
3. Configuring the AirMax5X 3.4 Introduction to Web Management 3.4.1 Welcome Screen and Login After the procedure above, the Welcome Screen will appear. Welcome Screen gives a brief introduction of the AirMax5X’s main function category. By click on the function category, it will direct you to the corresponding web management menu. - Page 23 3. Configuring the AirMax5X Wireless Settings: Click on this part will bring you to the wireless operation mode menu. The AirMax5X’s wireless settings are different between wireless modes. Only functions that are applicable to the wireless mode will show to simplify configuration.
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Page 24: Initial Configurations
3. Configuring the AirMax5X After you enter the correct password, the welcome screen will appear. Than chose the corresponding menu you needed, and the web interface will be arranged as below: System Configuration Wireless Settings 3.5 Initial Configurations We recommend users to browse through AirMax5X’s web management interface to get an overall picture of the functions and interface. -
Page 25: Change The Device's Ip Address
3. Configuring the AirMax5X Click to configure wireless settings Current Wireless Mode Follow the example below to change to “Access Point” mode Select “Access Point” mode. Click on “setup” button then “save and Restart” The AP will reboot, for about one minute 3.5.2 Change the Device’s IP Address The default IP address is at 192.168.1.1. -
Page 26: Set The Time And Date
3. Configuring the AirMax5X 3.5.3 Set the Time and Date It is important that you set the date and time for your AirMax5X so that the system log will record the correct date and time information. Please go to “System Configuration” ->Time Settings. -
Page 27: Change Password
3. Configuring the AirMax5X 3.5.4 Change Password You should change the password for AirMax5X at the first login. To change password, please go to “System Configuration” -> “Password Settings” menu. AirLive AirMax5X User’s Manual... -
Page 28: Web Management: Operation Mode Settings
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings Web Management: Operation Mode Settings In this chapter, we will explain about the wireless settings and router mode settings in web management interface. Please be sure to read through Chapter 3’s “Introduction to Web Management”... -
Page 29: Operation Modes (Wireless And Wan Settings)
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings System Configuration: All settings besides Wireless and WAN functions are in this category. The system configuration including changing password, upload firmware, backup configuration, settings PING watchdog, and setting management interface. We will talk about this menu’s function in Chapter 5. Device Status: This section for monitoring the status of AirMax5X. -
Page 30: Access Point Mode Setting
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 4.2.1 Access Point Mode setting When operating in the Access Point mode, the AirMax5X becomes the center hub of the wireless network. All wireless cards and clients connect and communicate through AirMax5X. This type of network is known as “Infrastructure network”. Other AirMax5X or 802.11a/n CPE can connect to AP mode through “Client Infrastructure Mode”. - Page 31 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings In the default, DFS is enabled and wifi channel is “auto” in order to meet the requirement from EU. SSID is airlive 4.2.1.1 Regulatory domain The default Regulatory domain is “European”, if you are located in America you can change to “America”...
- Page 32 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 4.2.1.5 Data Rate Operation Mode -> Setup -> Data Rate Use this function; you can lock the data rate of your AirMax5X to a specified value. For 802.11a radio mode, the date rate supports from 1Mbps to 54Mbps. To 802.11n, the data rate will be specified in MCS value.
- Page 33 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings WEP Keys: Please enter the WEP keys used for encryption. You need to fill at least the “Select WEP Key”. For example; if you choose “Select one of the WEP keys for the wireless network: Key 1” in the previous field, then it is necessary to fill WEP Key 1. The restriction to the Key length is depending on the Key type you selected.
- Page 34 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 802.1x allows users to leverage a RADIUS server to do association authentications. You can also enable dynamic WEP key (128 bit) to have data encryption. You do not have to enter the WEP key manually because it will be generated automatically and dynamically. WPA-RADIUS, WPA2-RADIUS Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) introduces the Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) that provides added security.
- Page 35 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) with Pre-Shared Key (PSK) provides better security than WEP keys. It does not require a RADIUS server in order to provide association authentication, but you do have to enter a shared key for the authentication purpose. The encryption key is generated automatically and dynamically.
- Page 36 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 4.2.1.7 Transmit Power Operation Mode -> Setup -> Transmit Power You can adjust the transmit output power of the AirMax5X’s radio from 12 to 27dBm. The higher the output power, the more distance AirMax5X can deliver. However, it is advised that you use just enough output power so it will not create excessive interference for the environment.
- Page 37 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings DTIM This is the Delivery Traffic Indication Map. It is used to alert the clients that multicast and broadcast packets buffered at the AP will be transmitted immediately after the transmission of this beacon frame. You can change the value from 1 to 255.
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Page 38: Client Infrastructure Mode Setting
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings Disable MAC address control list: When selected, no MAC address filtering will be performed. Enable GRANT address control list: When selected, data traffic from only the specified devices in the table will be allowed in the network. Enable DENY address control list: When selected, data traffic from the devices specified in the table will be denied/discarded by the network. - Page 39 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 4.2.2.1 Remote AP SSID and Site Survey In Client mode, you need to decide which remote AP that he/she want to associate. User can entry the SSID by themselves or click the site survey button, the AirMax5X will scan the available AP.
- Page 40 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings For antenna alignment. It will display signal Click here to select SSID for Association or Signal Survey To connect with the selected SSID. This function is available only in Client or Bridge Mode Select the SSID which you want to connect , and click the “SET SECURIT” , type in the key if required.
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Page 41: Wds Access Point Mode
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 4.2.2.2 Radio Mode To setup the Radio Mode, Please set is same radio mode as your remote AP. 4.2.2.3 Transmit Distance This area is to set the transmit distance. Longer distance between AirMax5X and Client required longer ask time out. -
Page 42: Wan Port Settings
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings When you select the AP Router mode, additional wireless settings will appear for WAN port settings. There are two important steps to set up the AP Router mode. First, you need to know what kind of WAN that your ISP or your network provided. -
Page 43: Remote Management Settings
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 4.2.5.3 Remote Management Settings Operation Mode -> Setup -> Remote Management Remote Management allows administrator to manage the AirMax5X from WAN side. You can enable or disable. HTTP Web Server Access: You can enable or disable HTTP service from WAN side Response to WAN ping: You can disable or enable whether AirMax5X will response to PING command. -
Page 44: Dmz
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 4.2.5.5 DMZ Operation Mode -> Setup ->DMZ Settings DMZ opens all TCP/UDP ports to particular IP address on the LAN side. It allows setting up servers behind the AirMax5X. Enable the DMZ function and then enter the local DMZ IP address. A DMZ server is a common term used to describe the default virtual server. -
Page 45: Ip Filtering Settings
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 4.2.5.7 IP Filtering Settings Operation Mode -> Setup -> IP Filtering Settings IP filtering is simply a mechanism that decides which types of IP datagram will be processed normally and which will be discarded. This allows you to define rules for allowing / denying access from / to the Internet. -
Page 46: Port Filtering Settings
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 4.2.5.9 Port Filtering Settings Operation Mode -> Setup -> Port Filtering Settings Port filtering is simply a mechanism that decides which Port will be processed normally and which will be discarded. 4.2.5.10 Bandwidth Control Operation Mode ->... -
Page 47: Wireless Isp Mode Setting
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings 4.2.6 Wireless ISP Mode Setting In Wireless ISP Mode, AirMax5X connects to the remote Access Point as in Client Infrastructure Mode. On the LAN side, it acts like a wired router for IP sharing function. This mode is best used for IP sharing application for WISP subscribers. - Page 48 4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings For antenna alignment. It will display signal Click here to select SSID for Association or Signal Survey To connect with the selected SSID. This function is available only in Client or Bridge Mode. Select the SSID which you want to connect , and click the “SET SECURIT” , type in the key if required.
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Page 49: Web Management: System Configuration And Status
5. Web Management System Configuration and Status Web Management: System Configuration and Status In this chapter, we will explain about System Configurations in web management interface. Please be sure to read through Chapter 3’s “Introduction to Web Management” and “Initial Configurations”... -
Page 50: Time Settings
5. Web Management: System Configuration and Status IP Address and IP Subnet Mask: Default values are 192.168.1.1 and 255.255.255.0 respectively. It is important to note that there are similar addresses falling in the standard private IP address range and it is an essential security feature of the device. -
Page 51: Password Settings
5. Web Management System Configuration and Status 5.1.3 Password Settings System Configuration ->Time Settings To change password, please go to “System Configuration” -> “Password Settings” menu. 5.1.4 System Management System Configuration -> System Management In this page, administrator can change the management parameters and disable/enable management interface. -
Page 52: Ping Watchdog
5. Web Management: System Configuration and Status 5.1.5 Ping Watchdog System Configuration -> Ping Watchdog The Ping Watchdog will ping remote IP addresses to make sure the wireless connection is active, if not, it can either reconnect or reboot. PING Frequency: means "How often the CPE will PING". For example, it will PING once every "120"... -
Page 53: Configuration Save And Restore
5. Web Management System Configuration and Status Upgrade Firmware: To update the AirMax5X firmware, first download the firmware from AirLive website to your local disk, and then from the above screen enter the path and filename of the firmware file (or click Browse to locate the firmware file). -
Page 54: Factory Default
5. Web Management: System Configuration and Status Step 2 Click the SAVE button to save the current configuration into the specified file. Or click the Browse button to locate the configuration file, and then click the RESTORE button to restore the system configuration from the specified file. 5.1.8 Factory Default System Configuration ->... -
Page 55: Device Status
5. Web Management: System Configuration and Status 5.2 Device Status When you click on the “Device Status” on the top menu bar, the sub menu for device status will appear. 5.2.1 Device Information This page shows the general information about AirMax5X such as firmware version, device IP/MAC, WAN IP/MAC (in router modes), Gateway IP(in router modes), DNS IP…etc. -
Page 56: Wireless Information
5. Web Management: System Configuration and Status 5.2.2 Wireless Information This page shows the information about wireless status such as current operation mode, wireless traffic, error packets, device’s BSSD, connecting State, channel, and encryption used. 5.2.3 Internet Information This page shows the information about WAN port of the AirMax5X. It includes the type of WAN port authentication used and the IP address information about the WAN port. -
Page 57: Wireless Client Table
5.2.5 System Log The System Log displays the system activities, login, and system error report. If you need to report a problem to Air Live, please be sure to send us the System Log information also. AirLive AirMax5X User’s Manual... -
Page 58: Poe Pass-Through (Power Up Another Device)
5. Web Management: System Configuration and Status 5.3 PoE Pass-through (Power up another Device) The AirMax5X have a special feature which is PoE Pass through, the PoE pass-through. The PoE pass-through allows the AirMax5X to have 48V output in order to power up another AirMax5X or IP cameras. -
Page 59: Antenna Alignment
6. Antenna Alignment Antenna Alignment It is important to align your antenna correctly with the remote device to get the best signal and performance. The AirMax5X is equipped with a 14dBi antenna. There is a connector for external antenna if more distance or different angle coverage is required. In this chapter, we will first explain the design and function of the built-in antenna. -
Page 60: Mounting Adjustment
6. Antenna Alignment 6.1.1 Mounting Adjustment The degree you can adjust the AirMax5X’s antenna depends on what mounting kit you use. Using the standard strap mount allows you to rotate the CPE in the horizontal plane only. As long as 2 wireless devices are at about the same elevation, this adjustment is already enough. - Page 61 6. Antenna Alignment Step 1 Go to the Sit Survey function Step 2 Check the Signal Strength of the desired AP. For identify the AP quicker, we suggest you to written the MAC address of the desired AP and using the MAC to filter out your target.
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Page 62: Antenna Alignment Using Rssi Led
6. Antenna Alignment Step 5 Once the Signal is good enough, please check the radio box in front of the desired AP and then click on the ASSOCIATE button for building the connection. 6.4 Antenna Alignment using RSSI LED There are 3 LED indicators on the back of the AirMax5x that is dedicated to display the RSSI signal strength after device is connecting. - Page 63 6. Antenna Alignment AirLive AirMax5X User’s Manual...
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Page 64: Application Example: Infrastructure
7. Application Example: Infrastructure Application Example: Infrastructure In this chapter, you will learn how to utilize AirMax5X’s Access Point mode, Client Infrastructure Mode, and WDS AP/Station mode in one application example. 7.1 Application Environment In this application example, an AirMax5X in Access Point mode is in the center of an infrastructure topology with two virtual wireless networks. -
Page 65: Central Ap: Access Point Mode
7. Application Example: Infrastructure Central AP: AirMax5X in Access Point Mode Client: AirMax5X in Client Mode Associate the AirLive01 and share the bandwidth to remote LAN 7.2 Central AP: Access Point Mode The configuration of Central AP involves the followings: Set SSID to Airlive Set the Transmit Distance to the longest distance between AP to the Client. -
Page 66: Ap Wireless Settings
7. Application Example: Infrastructure 7.2.1 AP Wireless Settings AP : AirMax5X in AP Mode Set device IP to 192.168.1.1 with subnet mask of 255.255.255.248 Connect to the Access Point using AP mode. Step 1 Click on “setup” button on the “Operation Mode” page Step 2 On the wireless setting page;... - Page 67 7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 3 Go to the Security Setting and set the security policy separately. AirLive AirMax5X User’s Manual...
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Page 68: Client: Client Mode
7. Application Example: Infrastructure 7.3 Client: Client Mode Client : AirMax5X in Client Infrastructure Mode Set device IP to 192.168.1.100 with subnet mask of 255.255.255.248 Connect to the Access Point using Client mode. Use Site Survey to connect and associate with AP. Set the transmit distance to correct value. -
Page 69: Device Ip Address
7. Application Example: Infrastructure 7.3.1 Device IP Address Step 1 Go to “System Configuration -> Device IP settings”. Select “Assign Static IP to this device”. Then enter the IP address and Subnet Mask as bellowed. Click Apply when finished. 7.3.2 Client Wireless Settings Step 1 Go to “Operation Mode”... - Page 70 7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 3 After pressing “Site Survey” button, the following page should appear. Select “AirLive01” and press “Associate” button to connect Step 4 The AirMax5X will prompt you to enter security policy information. Select WPA-PSK and enter your Pre-Shared Key. AirLive AirMax5X User’s Manual...
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Page 71: Wds Ap Mode And Wds Station Mode
7. Application Example: Infrastructure Step 5 Click on “Apply”. After a few seconds, the following screen will appear to show successful connection. You have now setup a successful Infrastructure network with AirMax5X in Access Point and Client modes 7.4 WDS AP Mode and WDS Station Mode If you require the PC’s or client’s MAC addresses to be preserved when the data pass through the Access Point, it is necessary to use the WDS AP mode for remote side AirMax5X and another AirMax5X running for WDS station in Client side. -
Page 72: Specifications
8. Specifications Specifications The specification of AirMax5X is subject to change without notice. Please use the information with caution. 8.1 Features 8.1.1 General Feature 2T2R 300Mbps IEEE 802.11a/n Runs from 5.1GHz to 5.8GHz Spectrum 2 x 10/100 Ethernet Port Built-in 14 dBi 2T2R Antenna Up to 27dBm Output Power Max(limited according to regulations in EU and U.S.) AP, Client, Router, WISP Modes, WDS AP, WDS Station Passive 48V PoE Powered... - Page 73 8. Specifications Data Rate 802.11a: up to 54Mbps 802.11n (20MHz): up to 144Mbps 802.11n (40MHz): up to 300Mbps Power Supply Power Adapter with PoE Injector: 48V/1A output Media Access Control CSMA/CA Sensitivity 90dBm@802.11a 88dBm@802.11n Output Power (Limited according to regulation in EU and United States) 802.11a: up to 27±...
- Page 74 8. Specifications QoS bandwidth management Firewall, IP, Port, MAC filtering Firmware upgrade and configuration backup via Web UI Certificate FCC, CE Product Size (L x W x H (mm)) 254.1mm X 127.1mm X 64.0mm AirLive AirMax5X User’s Manual...
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Page 75: Wireless Network Glossary
9. Wireless Network Glossary Wireless Network Glossary The wireless network glossary contains explanation or information about common terms used in wireless networking products. Some of information in this glossary might be outdated, please use with caution. 802.11a An IEEE specification for wireless networking that operates in the 5 GHz frequency range (5.425 GHz to 5.750 GHz) with a maximum of 54 Mbps data transfer rate. - Page 76 9. Wireless Network Glossary 802.11e The IEEE QoS standard for prioritizing traffic of the VoIP and multimedia applications. The WMM is based on a subset of the 802.11e. 802.11g A standard provides a throughput up to 54 Mbps using OFDM technology. It also operates in the 2.4 GHz frequency band as 802.11b.
- Page 77 9. Wireless Network Glossary Adhoc A Peer-to-Peer wireless network. An Adhoc wireless network do not use wireless AP or router as the central hub of the network. Instead, wireless client are connected directly to each other. The disadvantage of Adhoc network is the lack of wired interface to Internet connections.
- Page 78 9. Wireless Network Glossary Bootloader Bootloader is the under layering program that will start at the power-up before the device loads firmware. It is similar to BIOS on a personal computer. When a firmware crashed, you might be able to recover your device from bootloader. Bridge A product that connects 2 different networks that uses the same protocol.
- Page 79 9. Wireless Network Glossary DHCP Dynamic Hosting Configuration Protocol. A protocol that enables a server to dynamically assign IP addresses. When DHCP is used, whenever a computer logs onto the network, it automatically gets an IP address assigned to it by DHCP server. A DHCP server can either be a designated PC on the network or another network device, such as a router.
- Page 80 9. Wireless Network Glossary Firmware The program that runs inside embedded device such as router or AP. Many network devices are firmware upgradeable through web interface or utility program. File Transfer Protocol. A standard protocol for sending files between computers over a TCP/IP network and the Internet.
- Page 81 9. Wireless Network Glossary Infrastructure Mode A wireless network that is built around one or more access points to provide wireless clients access to wired LAN / Internet service. The opposite of Infrastructure mode is Adhoc mode. IP address IP (Internet Protocol) is a layer-3 network protocol that is the basis of all Internet communication.
- Page 82 9. Wireless Network Glossary MIMO Multi In Multi Out. A Smart Antenna technology designed to increase the coverage and performance of a WLAN network. In a MIMO device, 2 or more antennas are used to increase the receiver sensitivity and to focus available power at intended Rx. Network Address Translation.
- Page 83 9. Wireless Network Glossary PPPoE Point-to- Point Protocol over Ethernet. PPPoE relies on two widely accepted standards: PPP and Ethernet. PPPoE is a specification for connecting the users on an Ethernet to the Internet through a common broadband medium, such as a single DSL line, wireless device or cable modem.
- Page 84 9. Wireless Network Glossary RJ-45 Standard connectors for Twisted Pair copper cable used in Ethernet networks. Although they look similar to standard RJ-11 telephone connectors, RJ-45 connectors can have up to eight wires, whereas telephone connectors have only four. Router An IP sharing router is a device that allows multiple PCs to share one single broadband connection using NAT technology.
- Page 85 9. Wireless Network Glossary Secure Sockets Layer. It is a popular encryption scheme used by many online retail and banking sites to protect the financial integrity of transactions. When an SSL session begins, the server sends its public key to the browser. The browser then sends a randomly generated secret key back to the server in order to have a secret key exchange for that session.
- Page 86 9. Wireless Network Glossary TX Output Power Transmit Output Power. The TX output power means the transmission output power of the radio. Normally, the TX output power level limit for 2.4GHz 11g/b is 20dBm at the antenna end. The output power limit for 5GHz 802.11a is 30dBm at the antenna end. User Datagram Protocol.
- Page 87 9. Wireless Network Glossary Wi-Fi Wireless Fidelity. An interoperability certification for wireless local area network (LAN) products based on the IEEE 802.11 standards. The governing body for Wi-Fi is called Wi-Fi Alliance (also known as WECA). WiMAX Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. A Wireless Metropolitan Network technology that complies with IEEE 802.16 and ETSI Hiperman standards.
- Page 88 9. Wireless Network Glossary WPA2 Wi-Fi Protected Access 2. WPA2 is also known as 802.11i. It improves on the WPA security with CCMP and AES encryption. The WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA. WPA2-PSK utilizes pre-share key for encryption/authentication. AirLive AirMax5X User’s Manual...