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1. Link down condition Link status Ping IPaddress 0 0 0 0 Transmission interval 60 Ping parameter seconds Reply wait time seconds 3 Number of retries 3 lig Itisthefunction when selecting IEEE802 11g Link down sense CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 63 8 Appendix Table 8 1 Initial Setting List lt 2 4 gt Spit ESSI D Alphanumeric character 32 OA LocalGroup characters Big and small character distinction Varies depending on the country in which the product is Channel No used AP Free fixed ST Transmission rate 1 Auto 6M 9M 12M 18M 24M 36M 48M 54M Transmission rate Max 1 54M 6M 9M 12M 18M 24M 36M 48M AP Basicrate IEEE802 11g OFDM 11g 11g Only mode enabled IEEE802 11b IEEE802 11 11g 11g Only mode disable 11b Super AG rotect ed Protect type CTS only RTS CTS Antenna selection Auto 1 2 PriorityAP AP1 5 00 00 00 00 00 00 no specification Priority AP Connection to the other AP Enabled disable Maxtoginnumber Q2 Max login number H ST iori specify the AP MAC address ST iori P ST i Multi dient function Disable enable Uu ERE 7 24 0 95 11a g Roaming threshold 24 0 95 11b Speed control function Disable auto enable Auto 6M 9M 12M 18M 24M 36M 48M 54M uU w E g Qa 8 a s AP Thefunction when unit type is access point ST Thefunction when unit type is station 11g Itisthe
2. Standard Infrastructure Mode 1 tmb eer eei in ned ie EEE Ee eei EDU NIE s Compatible Infrastructure Mode c cccesesssseseseeseseeseeeseeeseeeseseeseeeseeeeseeeeseeseeeeaeeeaeeeeaeeeeaeeeeeeee 46 Advanced Infrastructure Mode ee eee reet p ere eae ee be ERE ee Pe a oreet eee rd 47 Comparison of Main Functions essent enne rennen trente nenne nennen tnn 48 Installation in a NetWOrkz itt ERR ERI ROB PERTH abut 50 Features of the Wireless Network eee e eee en E ond ee vea daa 50 Operating Environment and Radio Waves sess ennt tnne nennen 51 Constructing a Network MAINTENANCE Maintenance Tool Log File Collection Using FTP to Get the Log File Saving the Settings File Using FTP to Backup the Settings File essent 56 CONTEC iv FX DS540 APDL2 U Restoring the Software Settings dee de Oe d E eH RR RI REX E FIRE Rae 57 Using FTP to Restore the Settings nie itettteetiisee rtr tne tiet iae exei E EKA eee ERE E Ren 57 Upgrading the Firmware ee ee e RR RR RO RE RR S E ERU de e p ERE ER ed 58 Performing an Upgrade Using ETP eere re eese eap eSEE SEn e ERES ERN RET ERE rn eR d 58 Performing an Update Using a Web Browser eese nennen 59 TInitialiZation edt prre i te a pe Dye E o e eo o ec a eg eted 59 Using TEDENET c a odo oet rte D e ERI NEEE A SEEN NR ERE ERREUR ERE es nde 59 Using a Web Browser 60 Using th
3. The LEDs of POWER LAN and WLAN continue to blink for a little while after DIP switch 1 is turned off Make sure to reboot the product after the blinking stops as the file in the internal memory may be damaged and the product may not operate properly otherwise CONTEC 60 FX DS540 APDL2 U 7 Troubleshooting 7 Troubleshooting This chapter describes common problems that may occur with this product and what to do about them If any problems occur that are not described here check to confirm that the re occur then contact the retailer When Communication Fails Check wired LAN communication Check the wired LAN communication between this product and the connected PC Check that the LAN cable is connected correctly To connect the product to a PC directly a cross cable must be used Check to see if a straight cable is used instead for the connection When the product is connected to a PC through a HUB the cable connecting this product and the HUB must be selected depending on the HUB port Check if the correct cable is used for the connection If the HUB port supports AUTO MDIX either a straight or cross cable can be used For the UPLINK port a cross cable must be used to connect the product Check if the IP addresses and subnet masks of the product and PC are set correctly The communication with this product is not possible unless the TCP IP protocol is installed in the PC Check wireless LAN communication If
4. FLEXLAN 175 e CEN mm Figure 8 2 External Dimensions FX DS540 APDL2 U I O Interface Pin Assignment of UTP Port Table 8 6 Pin Assignment of UTP Port 12345678 Only Communication NF oe a NC ECT oe RR uc zw n a aa When supplying the UTP cable power Peete s re eave s ene Different depending on the output specifications of the supply side Supporting both of 1 2 3 6 pin supply and 4 5 7 8 pin supply 8 Appendix CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 69 Total 80211 ATHEROS Atheros ABG and Total 802 11 are trademarks of Atheros Communications Inc CONTEC CO LTD is using the Atheros trademarks with permission from and on behalf of Atheros Communications Inc FX DS540 APDL2 U User s Manual CONTEC CO LTD March 2006 Edition 3 9 31 Himesato Nishiyodogawa ku Osaka 555 0025 Japan Japanese http www contec co jp English http www contec com Chinese http www contec com cn No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO LTD 12142005 03102006 Management No A 59 334 Parts No LYFTOT71
5. Example 01 23 45 67 89 ab Factory default setting 00 00 00 00 00 00 Maximum Login This item available when the unit type is Access point The number of user unit to log in AP is limited From 1 to 254 are input Factory default setting 254 CONTEC 32 FX DS540 APDL2 U 4 Setup and Status Display Roaming Threshold This item available when the unit type is Station When the RSSI value of the currently connected access point is smaller than the setting the unit searches for a roaming accessible access point and roams into that access point if possible Threshold can be set from 0 to 95 Increasing this value makes roaming easier decreasing it makes roaming harder This function is enabled when unit type is Station and is disabled when it is Access point Factory default setting IEEES02 11a g 24 TEEE802 11b 24 Priority AP This item available when the unit type is Station This item allows you to specify the access point to be connected preferentially Wireless MAC address of access point is input in API APS Wireless MAC address of access point can be confirmed by using Status of each access point and Wireless MAC address of the Wireless LAN items The access points to be connected are assigned priorities in ascending order beginning with AP1 followed by AP2 AP5 By inputting the wireless MAC address this function is enabled When this function is not used all M
6. connecting a PC for setup purposes and then using a Web browser or TELNET Connecting for the first time 1 Connect this product to PC on a wired LAN 2 Select an IP address 10 XXX XXX XXX e g 10 0 0 1 for the PC which is not the same address as for this product And then set the subnet mask to 255 0 0 0 Windows Click Start Control Panel Network Connection and then right click the icon for local area connection to open up the Properties screen Select Internet Protocol TCP IP from the General tab and click Properties Set up the IP address and subnet mask and if necessary default gateway and DNS server on the opened Internet protocol TCP IP properties window Changing the settings 1 Connect this product to PC on a wired LAN 2 Set the network address of the PC to the same network address as for this product CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 19 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods Setup Using a Web Browser This section describes the setup method using a Web browser The following Web browsers can be used recommended Web browsers Note that a proper display may not be shown on any browser other than the following ones Enable the JavaScript function in the browser setting as it is used Supported web browsers recommended Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 5 or higher Netscape Navigator 7 or higher Mozilla Firefox 1 0 or higher Setting the Browser You may have to change the brows
7. emissions 5GHz band not conforming to IEEE802 1 L when using by IEEE802 11a or 2 4GHz band when using by IEEE802 11b IEEE802 11g wireless network Electric devices which give off 2 4GHz band electric wave microwave oven security gate it is a antitheft gate in the shop copy machine and so on Most electromagnetic sources other than wireless networks are local and not continuous and therefore by moving the location of the unit and waiting briefly communication may be possible Sometimes communication is hindered by attenuation of electric waves Attenuation occurs naturally as distance from the source of transmission increases but may also be caused by objects in the path of the transmission The objects primarily responsible for attenuation are the following Concrete walls Metallic surfaces around this product Setup Screen Unavailable on Web Browser Check if communication is possible between the product and PC fno problem is detected in the communication between the product and PC it may be related to the browser settings For the browser settings see Chapter 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods When the AP Will Not Start Check the power LED Check whether the POWER LED is illuminated If the LED is not lit check if the AC adaptor if used is properly connected to the power jack and wall socket When an IEEE802 3af compatible PoE is used check if the LAN cable is properly connected
8. for the firmware version up settings using FTP 1 Move to the folder with file 2 Run FTP to log in to the AP 3 Change the transfer mode to binary 4 Transfer the firmware file APFIRM BIN 5 Issue the reset request command quote crst 6 Quit FTP The following is an example for the time when Windows Command Prompt MS DOS Prompt is used In this example the file will be moved to the folder with file D tmp and APFIRM BIN will be transferred after connecting to the product via FTP The example assumes the IP address as 10 144 0 1 C vedD Mmp wee 1 D tmp gt ftp 10 144 0 1 D ftp gt bin ween nnn ne 3 ftp gt put APFIRM BIN 4 ftp gt quote crst 5 ftp gt bye wenn nn nnn ns 6 CAUTION Do not reboot or switch off the product until the file transfer is completed The setup file data and firmware data may be damaged and the product may not operate properly if it is rebooted or switched off while the firmware is still being updated data being written CONTEC 58 FX DS540 APDL2 U 6 Maintenance Performing an Update Using a Web Browser To upgrade the version of the firmware on a Web setup screen using a Web browser follow the procedure below 1 Start a web browser and access and log in to the AP 2 Open the Maintenance menu and then open the Upgrade Firmware page 3 Click the Browse button a
9. information using the following symbols to prevent accidents resulting in injury or death and the destruction of equipment and resources Understand the meanings of these labels to operate the equipment safely AN DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage Usage limitation This product has not been developed or manufactured to be used in systems including the equipment which is directly related to human lives 1 or the equipment which involves human safety and may significantly affect the maintenance of public functions 2 Therefore do not use the product for such purposes In addition do not use the product within 40cm from a human body on a regular basis 1 Medical devices such as life support equipment and devices used in an operating theater 2 Main control systems at nuclear power stations safety maintenance systems at nuclear facilities other important safety related systems operation control systems within group transport systems air traffic control systems etc Precautions Related to Service Clean this product by wiping lightly with a soft cloth moist
10. mount the unit using a magnet push the magnet into the magnet mounting hole in the direction of arrow 1 as shown in Figure 2 6 then insert the entire magnet into the mounting hole Next slide the magnet in the direction of arrow 2 to hold the unit in place Magnet Magnet mounting holes Figure 2 6 Attaching Magnets To remove slide the magnet in the direction of arrow 1 in Figure 2 7 then lift in the direction of arrow 2 Figure 2 7 Removing Magnets CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 15 2 Setup Mounting on steel desks The unit can be mounted directly on steel desks Pull lightly to make sure that the AP does not come off easily Select a location that gives good radio reception The unit provides better receiver sensitivity with the internal antenna inside the top protruding above the steel surface Antenna Figure 2 8 Mounting on Steel Desks N CAUTION Do not obstruct the ventilation slits This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and can damage the components inside Table Top Installation Set it by using the supported rubber feet If installing on a desktop place the unit on a stable and flat base and ensure that adequate space is provided for ventilation 5cm As far as possible locate the unit in a high place with an unobstructed view as this gives better radio transmission and reception performance and increases the operating range CAUTION Do not obstruct the ven
11. no problem is detected in the wired LAN communication between the product and PC check the wireless LAN communication between the product and access point The FLEXLAN DS540 series is designed to handle a variety of operating formats and requires software setting for each type of operation Check that the settings are appropriate for the type of operation and check the format in which communication is being attempted Also check DIP switch settings The terminals that cannot communicate with each other may have the same ESSID Two terminals with the same ESSID cannot communicate with each other Check whether the wireless link mode has been set correctly The AP to be logged in to and the product must have the same wireless connection mode If the access point is set to standard infrastructure this product should also be set to standard infrastructure Check whether communication is restricted by security functions such as the MAC address filtering Check whether the data encryption setting is the same as that of the recipient Communication cannot be performed while data encryption is being switched between ON enabled and OFF disabled CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 61 7 Troubleshooting Check the peripheral environment and place of installation A nearby source of electromagnetic interference can prevent communication In general locations excluding factories the following may be sources of electromagnetic
12. trap is transmitted when the Ethernet or wireless LAN link status changes goes down This can be set separately between Ethernet and wireless LAN Factory default setting Ethernet Disable Wireless Disable VLAN VLAN This item available when the unit type is Access point Set this item to Enabled to enable the VLAN function Factory default setting Disable VLAN ID This item available when the unit type is Access point Specify the VLAN ID of the unit between 1 and 4096 Factory default setting 1 Guest Access This item available when the unit type is Access point Select whether to permit the guests in the guest VLAN ID group other than the VLAN ID groups registered in the VLAN table to access the station user unit To enable guest access set this item to Enabled Factory default setting Enable Guest VLAN ID This item available when the unit type is Access point Set this item if you set guest access to Enable Set the VLAN ID for each guest to a value between 1 and 4096 Guest VLAN IDs must be different from any VLAN ID in any other VLAN group registered in the VLAN table Factory default setting 1 CONTEC 40 FX DS540 APDL2 U 4 Setup and Status Display RADIUS Server This item available when the unit type is Access point This item applies when the IEEE802 1X or MAC address authentication function is enabled The RADIUS server to be used for guest VLA
13. tunneling Indicates the MAC address of the wireless terminal that has terminated IP Tunnel Stop tunneling Me Indicate the IP address of the terminal that has used an application such as telenet Application Login orFTP aes Indicates the termination of an application and the IP address of the terminal Application Logout un that used the application Indicates that firmware has been reprogrammed Example Update from Write Firmware Ver1 15 to Ver1 20 Write Config hat the Config file has been edited Manual Reset Indica hat the AP has been restarted by the terminal or browser Auth Success Successful authentication Auth Error Authentication error CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 43 4 Setup and Status Display CONTEC 44 FX DS540 APDL2 U 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function This chapter describes the major functions of the FLEXLAN DS540 series as a wireless LAN system and the wireless link modes of the FX DS540 APDL2 U along with configuration examples of networks available in the wireless link modes Wireless Link Mode The AP has three wireless link modes The available functions and network configurations differ depending on the mode Use the wireless link mode most suitable to the type of network you are constructing The factory default setting is Advanced infrastructure Chapters 3 and 4 describe the software setting procedure
14. AC addresses are set to all zeroes 00 00 00 00 00 00 When entering a MAC address place a hyphen between adjacent pairs of bytes in the MAC address Example 01 23 45 67 89 ab Enable Connect to other APs to permit connection if the unit fails to be connected to any of the access points API AP5 to any other AP To prohibit connection to any access point other than the prioritized APs disable Connect to other APs Factory default setting AP1 AP5 00 00 00 00 00 00 Connect to other APs Enabled Broadcast This item available when the unit type is Access point It can be set when the mode type is Standard infrastructure It is set when the data transmission is conducted To set the transmission rate and transmission retry count manually set Speed control function to Manual and set Transmission speed and Transmission retry count to the desired values To set the transmission rate and transmission retry count automatically set Speed control function to Auto and set Band to the band to be used for broadcasting within the range from 0 to 54 Factory default setting Rate Control Disable Transmit Rate Auto Retry Count 20 Band 20 Distance Extending the ACK time out interval prevents ACK time out from occurring during long distance communication Select Less than 1 km 1 10 km 10 20 km or Over 20 km This item adjusts the ACK time out interval and each opti
15. EDs blink independently from each other take care that they may blink simultaneously or differently Table 5 2 LED while Checking for Radar Wave Name Status Indicator POWER Blinking Checking for a radar wave upon the startup of this The channel number corresponding to the DFS function varies depending on the country in which the device is used CONTEC 52 FX DS540 APDL2 U 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function Constructing a Network This section gives some pointers and cautions relating to constructing a network using the AP and station and provides some practical examples a 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 CONTEC This product conforms with the standard wireless LAN specifications such as IEEE802 11a IEEE802 11g and IEEE802 11b allowing radio communication with the station supporting such specifications Using different channels for wireless networks adjacent to each other In TEEE802 1 1a set it to 36 44 8ch or more apart and in IEEE802 11g 1 6 11 Sch or more apart prevents radio interference and improves the throughput of either network Check the coverage cover area of the AP To use the AP with two or more station logged in AP all the station must be installed within the cover area The AP s coverage varies with obstacles concrete walls iron doors elevator halls etc Note also that the number of transmission reception errors increases beyond a certain trans
16. LAN HELPER IEEES802 11a b g amp PoE Conform Micro Access Point FX DS540 APDL2 U User s Manual CONTEC CO LTD Check Your Package Thank you for purchasing the CONTEC product The product consists of the items listed below Check with the following list that your package is complete If you discover damaged or missing items contact your retailer Product Configuration List Main unit 1 AC adapter 1 Cross cable Cable length1 5m 1 1 Sheet metal for securing DC jack 1 Tapping screws 2 Rubber feet 4 External toothed screw Used for grounding via the ground terminal 1 Magnet for mounting on metallic surfaces 2 Installation diagram Used when the main unit is installed 1 User s Manual this booklet 1 1 Please do not use it for power supply to the IEEE802 3af compliant product T Cross cable Tapping screws x 2 o x Sheet metal Main Unit AC Adapter for securing DC plug Rubber feet x 4 8 User s Manual External toothed screw Magnet x 2 User s Manual This booklet Installation diagram Installation diagram CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U i Copyright Copyright 2006 CONTEC CO LTD ALL RIGHTS RESERVED No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO LTD CONTEC CO LTD makes no commitment to update or keep current the informat
17. Mpbs when IEEE802 11g These are theoretical values based on their respective wireless LAN standards they do not indicate actual data transfer rates Factory default setting Auto Max 54Mbps Beacon Transmit Rate This item available when the unit type is Access point Specify the beacon transmission rate The options available to this item are the same as those for the above transmission rate except Auto Factory default setting 6Mbps Basic Rate This item available when the unit type is Access point This item is available when the wireless LAN standard is IEEE802 11g or IEEE802 11b Specify the basic rate which is the transmission rate for control communication between access point and station user unit Usually this item should be left untouched as set by default When the wireless LAN standard is IEEE802 11g and the 11g Only mode is disabled either IEEE 802 11 or IEEE802 11b can be selected When the wireless LAN standard is EEE802 11g and the 11g Only mode is enabled either IEEE802 11g or OFDM can be selected When the wireless LAN standard is TEEE802 11b either IEEE802 11 or IEEES02 11b can be selected Factory default setting No item TX Power Level You can decrease the transmission output to 50 or 25 by software setting To decrease the output select either Factory default setting MAX Super A G This item sets the Super A G feature for in
18. N is selected The number displayed refers to the number of the RADIUS server with IEEE802 1X selected Tick the RADIUS server number that you wish to allow to connect to the network Factory default setting Check on all VLAN Table This item available when the unit type is Access point Seta VLAN group You can set up to 16 VLAN groups Use Edit List to open the VLAN group setup window to set VLAN groups Enter the ESSID and VLAN ID for each VLAN group The ESSID and VLAN ID must be different from those of any other VLAN group or any guest VLAN group If WEP with IEEE 802 1X not used together AES OCB or AES not used for WPA WPA PSK is selected for encryption during wireless LAN setup the encryption setting for each VLAN group can be changed In that case the encryption setting is displayed letting you set the encryption key for each VLAN group You can also change the key size when WEP is used The RADIUS server to be used by each VLAN group can be specified when the IEEE802 1X or MAC address authentication function is enabled The number displayed is the RADIUS server number when TEEE802 1X is selected Tick the RADIUS server number that you wish to allow to connect to the network This allows you to specify a different RADIUS server for each VLAN group Factory default setting Without setup Log The FX DS540 APDL2 U can preserve log information See Chapter 6 Maintenance for details of the logged data and data c
19. Specifications Table 8 2 Specifications 1 2 Wired LAN unit IEEE802 3 10BASE T IEEEB02 3u 100BASE TX Number of ports 1 10BASE T 100BASE TX Wireless LAN unit IEEE802 11a standard OFDM Orthogonal F requency Division Multiplexing Varies depending on the country in which the product is used Data transmission 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 6Mbps Fixed Auto Olg Jg sI8 5 HEE z o 3 Q 2 Uu u 9 2 CSMA CA ACK RTS CTS Wireless category SM Baud 5 150 5 350GHz 5 470 5 725GHz 5 725 5 825GHz 10mW M Hz or less WEP 64 128 152bit or WPA AES 128bit or WPA TKIP 256bit or AES OCB 128bit WSL Proprietary encryption Usable along with one of the above four types of encryption issi It conforms to the IEEE802 11b DSSS form Varies depending on the country in which the product is used Data transmission 11 5 5 2 1M bps Fix Auto eed 1 2 IEEE802 11a speed 1 Access method Transmission format u no CSMA CA ACK RTS CTS Wireless category SM Baud 2 400 2 4835GHz 10mW MHz or less WEP 64 128 152bit or WPA AES 128bit or WPA TKIP 256bit or AES OCB 128bit WSL Proprietary encryption Usable along with one of the above four types of encryption IEEE802 11g standard OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing Varies depending on the country in which the product is used Data transmission 54 48 36 24 18 12 9 6M bps Fix Auto IEEE802 11b olg d n g
20. Standard Infrastructure Compatible Infrastructure and Advanced Infrastructure 1 Factory default setting Standard Infrastructure Table 4 1 Wireless Link Mode Wireless link mode Each access point can accommodate stations such as wireless LAN cards to make Standard up a network This mode provides scalability from a middle or large scale system Infrastruct with multiple access points connected by LAN toa small scale system based on a single access point Compatible This mode allows the AP to be networked with other manufacturers Wi Fi certified Infrastructure wireless terminals other than the FLEXLAN series Advanced The access point can be used in both of the Standard Infrastructure and Compatible Infrastructure Infrastructure modes This mode is a mixture of the two a E Advanced Infrastructure Mode is available only when the access point is used Unit Type Select either Access point or Station Access Point means the Access point manages user units and other Access Points that are operating as stations Station means the Access Point is managed by logs in to another Access Point and is set when the Access Point is used as a bridge or similar Factory default setting Access point XR eXtended Range To enable the XR eXtended Range function set to Enabled When the XR function is enabled the transmission rate is fixed to Automatic Factory default setting Disable Deta
21. TS only uses only CTS to transmit and receive data RTS CTS uses both RTS and CTS to transmit and receive data Data rate of CTS only is higher than that of RTS CTS This setting is enabled when the protect mode is enabled Factory default setting 802 11g Only mode Disable Protect mode Enable Protect type CTS only Antenna Select You can specify the antenna to use When Auto use the both antenna connected to the built in wireless module When 1 or 2 is set either of them is used Factory default setting Auto Multi client function This item available when the unit type is Station This item is available when the wireless link mode is Compatible infrastructure Select Enabled to enable the multi client function that allows connection to more than one PC Factory default setting Disable Statistic Node Address This item available when the unit type is Station This item is available when the wireless link mode is Compatible infrastructure and multi client function is Disable Enter the MAC address of the PC to be connected to the FX D540 APDL2 U In general set this item to connect the unit to a receive only device such as a POS terminal Enter the MAC address 00 00 00 00 00 00 which consists of nothing but 0 meaning the function is disabled when not using the function When specifying a MAC address enter a hyphen at intervals of two bytes
22. acket size bursting for decreasing inter packet wait time and compression for compressing and decompressing data in real time VLAN function This function organizes terminals on a network into virtual groups regardless of the physical configuration of the network WDS function Inter AP wireless communication function enabling an AP to communicate with other APs while communicating with user units XR XR is promoted by Atheros Communications and it is a technology to make the communication distance longer While the communication speed decreases the communication distance increases compared with the existing communication XR can be used both in IEEE802 11a and IEEE802 11g specifications For communication using XR the product must be connected to a device which supports the XR technology and has the XR function enabled If it is connected to any other device XR will not be used and only the regular wireless communication is available 9 CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 49 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function Installation in a Network This section describes how to install the FX DS540 APDL2 U to construct a network with improved performance and discusses the general features and radio characteristics of the wireless LAN as well as the guidelines for constructing the network Features of the Wireless Network In general the operation of a wireless network is the same as for most other types of LAN The most promin
23. ailable when the unit type is Access point Set this item with the WPA function set to WPA or WPA PSK Specify the key update interval between 0 and 65535 in minutes Setting it to 0 stops key transmission Factory default setting 60 minutes WPA Encryption Key This item available when the unit type is Access point Set this item with the WPA function set to WPA PSK Enter a WPA encryption key Pre Shared Key using 8 to 63 single byte alphanumeric characters Factory default setting Without input WSL Wireless Security Link This item is available when the wireless link mode is Standard infrastructure and Advanced infrastructure Select whether to enable or disable proprietary encryption WSL for wireless data Note however that WSL enabled and WSL disabled terminals cannot communicate with each other There are two types of WSL Type 1 using an earlier version of the encryption algorithm and Type 2 using the latest version When the wireless LAN standard is IEEE802 11a only Type 2 can be used When it is IEEE802 11b or IEEE802 11g either Type 1 or Type 2 can be selected Select the right one for the application of the unit The WSL key setting takes effect only when the WSL function is enabled Note that terminals different in WSL key cannot communicate with each other Enter the WSL key using a string of 20 hexadecimal digits 0 9 a f or A F Example 0123456789abcdef0123 Factory defaul
24. ase by the original purchaser Repair will be free of charge only when this device is returned freight prepaid with a copy of the original invoice and a Return Merchandise Authorization to the distributor or the CONTEC group office from which it was purchased This warranty is not applicable for scratches or normal wear but only for the electronic circuitry and original products The warranty is not applicable if the device has been tampered with or damaged through abuse mistreatment neglect or unreasonable use or if the original invoice is not included in which case repairs will be considered beyond the warranty policy How to Obtain Service For replacement or repair return the device freight prepaid with a copy of the original invoice Please obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization number RMA from the CONTEC group office where you purchased before returning any product No product will be accepted by CONTEC group without the RMA number Liability The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product In no event will the warrantor be liable for any incidental or consequential damages due to such defect or consequences that arise from inexperienced usage misuse or malfunction of this device CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 3 1 Before Using the Product Safety Precautions Understand the following definitions and precautions to use the product safely Safety Information This document provides safety
25. available in standard wireless connection mode 2 The official names are as follows Standard eee Standard infrastructure Compatible eee Compatible infrastructure Advanced eee Advanced infrastructure 3 This mode does not assure inter connectivity with other vendors Wi Fi products 4 The XR feature can be used only when both of the access point and station in the wireless LAN support the XR feature The latest versions of software including firmware can be downloaded from the CONTEC s web site CONTEC 2 FX DS540 APDL2 U 1 Before Using the Product Customer Support CONTEC provides the following support services for you to use CONTEC products more efficiently and comfortably Web Site Japanese http www contec co jp English http www contec com Chinese http www contec com cn Latest product information CONTEC provides up to date information on products CONTEC also provides product manuals and various technical documents in the PDF Free download You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in several languages Note For product information Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price delivery time or estimate information Limited One Year Warranty CONTEC products are warranted by CONTEC CO LTD to be free from defects in material and workmanship for up to one year from the date of purch
26. be enabled Note also that the contents of the log file differ depending on the operating mode and software settings Using FTP to Get the Log File Log files that use the FTP are collected according to the following procedure 1 Move to the folder in which you wish to save the file 2 Run FTP to log in to the AP 3 Transfer the log file 4 Exit FTP The following is an example for the time when Windows Command Prompt MS DOS Prompt is used In this example the file will be moved to the saving folder D tmp and LOGFILE will be collected after connecting to this product via FTP The example assumes the IP address as 10 144 0 1 C vedD Mmp 1 D tmp gt ftp 10 144 0 1 2 ftp gt get LOGFILE _ 3 ftp gt bye 4 CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 55 6 Maintenance Saving the Settings File Making a backup of the AP software settings file has the following benefits Ifyou have more than one AP and all APs have the same settings you just need to setup one AP then use the resulting settings file for the other APs However as this sets the same IP address for all APs you need to change the IP address separately The old settings can be restored easily if a fault causes the settings file to be erased The settings file is stored the CF card with the following file name Filename CONFIG If the MAC address filtering is used it s sett
27. chronize the access point time with the network time The factory default setting is Disable Before you can enable this function you have to set the IP address and time zone of a network time server on the network Example For use in Japan enter 09 00 meaning UTC 9 hours as the Japan standard time is nine hours ahead of Universal Time Coordinated UTC Factory default setting Function Disable IP Address 0 0 0 0 Time Zone 09 00 Access Control Set the access control for the access point Disabling TELNET FTP WEB server function can be rejected the connection to each server Disabling all sets it cannot be connected to Access point Enabling specification of administrator IP you can specify the IP address to connect to TELNET FTP WEB Up to two administrator IP addresses can be registered in Administrator IP address 1 and Administrator IP address 2 When using this function you need to enable TELNET server function When the disabled IP address is not registered connection to TELNET FTP WEB by using access point cannot be done Factory default setting TELNET FTP WEB Server Enabled Administrator IP Address Disable Administrator IP Address 1 2 0 0 0 0 Wireless Access Enabled CONTEC 38 FX DS540 APDL2 U 4 Setup and Status Display Network Delay Time s Specify the maximum delay time acceptable to the network When an access point communicates with th
28. cify the IP address of the router for the network to which the AP belongs Factory default setting 0 0 0 0 AP Composition Sets the Access point composition This setting affects Access point type IP address of the masuterAP IP address of the backup AP Select Compatible when AP is coustructed by only FLEXLAN DS540 series Select Integrated when the AP includes the DS110 series as well as the DS540 series Factory default setting Compatible CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 27 4 Setup and Status Display Access Point Type The application type of the access point can be set by selecting normal master or backup The master device integrates access points on the network and the backup device substitutes for the master AP if the master AP stops working for some reason Factory default setting Normal Master AP IP Address Specify the IP address of the wireless LAN device that serves as the master Factory default setting 0 0 0 0 Backup AP IP Address When the wireless LAN device for backup exists specify its IP address Factory default setting 0 0 0 0 Language Select either Japanese or English for the WEB setup screen and TELNET setup display language Factory default setting English Password Set a password Enter a string of up to 31 single byte alphanumeric characters The password is case sensitive If you forget your password initialize the AP usin
29. city Disposal When disposing of the product follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws and municipal ordinances CONTEC 8 FX DS540 APDL2 U 2 Setup 2 Setup The antenna must be mounted and properly installed before setting up this product Follow the setup procedure for the product shown below Component Locations a LED Indicates the status of the power wired LAN and wireless LAN Refer to Tables 2 1 2 4 for details Ground terminal Used for FGND ground Power jack The DC plug of the AC adaptor is connected when using the attached AC adaptor to supply the power EIAJ Group 2 999 5 IG UTP port Connects to another PC or HUB through 10 BASE T 100 BASE TX DIP switch Used for initialization or for operation in IP less mode Refer to Tables 2 5 for setting method Figure 2 1 Component Locations LED display Table 2 1 During Normal Operation lon ndicates that the device is operating POWER Fan ndicates that the device is being started going to operate after the power ashin 8 switch was turned on lon ndicates that a wired LAN has been connected Han ndicates the transmitting receiving between terminal connected by the ashin 8 wired LAN and the data OFF es that a wired LAN has been no connected ays t
30. creasing the communication speed of wireless LAN To use Super A G enable the feature Of the Super A G feature enable Frame bursting to use the frame bursting function and enable Real time compression to use the compression function To enable the Super A G feature usually enable Frame bursting As real time compression has no effect on already compressed data such as ZIP and jpeg files enable or disable the function selectively depending on the application of communication Factory default setting Function Disable Frame bursting Enable Real time compression Enable 9 CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 31 4 Setup and Status Display 802 11g Parameter This item is available when TEEE802 11g is selected as the wireless LAN standard Parameter about IEEE802 11g can be set Enabling the 802 11g Only mode rejects access from IEEE802 11b compliant station user units and accepts access only from IEEE802 11g compliant station resulting in communication with IEEES802 11g station at higher data rates than both types of station coexist with the 802 11g Only mode disabled Enabling the protect mode enables stable communication even in an environment in which IEEE802 11b compliant user units coexist with IEEE802 11g compliant station Disabling the protect mode makes communication a bit unstable but increases the data rate to some extent For the protect type specify the data packet configuration method C
31. e DIP Switch of the Main Unit INIT 60 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 61 When Communication Fails ssir rnit tm n ERREUR ERERERER EH sauvadisadeateg 61 Setup Screen Unavailable on Web Browser scsscscssssseseeseseeseseeseseeeeseeseeeeaeseeaceeeaeeesaeeseaeeaeaeeaeeeeates 62 When the AP Will Not Starts ei ete oa eee PRSE EU ete Pg eaa e Ree KEE SAA eR IEEE 62 8 APPENDIX 63 Eactory Default Settings Lit onte RIEN EEYEEEN E PETER Ee REA Ree Re eens 63 IE VENIT 63 Initial Settihg cer rr e e S A EIE REN ERE PAARE NNC RE MRNA Ae OEA EF NR E RENE e 63 SPECIE CALLONS iece m idee 67 Specifications sete Software Specifications i ccccsisssisssscscecsssscsassasesseccisancissaseacnsscistazassensvacssdacaaasensscassstevaisvvansessssiaediaase 68 Environmental Specifications for Installing the FX DS540 APDL2 U ue 68 Extetnal Dimensions s uos RE e ER ebore te d te IS PP e Red 69 VO TIntfetface cucacontengnecteiamteere m e PUT ER ANEAN E ER E EET HOHER PI ee S 69 Pin Assignment of UTR Port testet eerie POE stent lee bre dete o ree e 69 CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U v CONTEC vi FX DS540 APDL2 U 1 Before Using the Product 1 Before Using the Product About the FX DS540 APDL2 U The FX DS540 APDL2 U is a small amp light typed wireless LAN Access point It conforms to the wireless LAN standard specification IEEE802 1 1a IEEE802 11b IEEE802 11g It has a variety of functions such as an advanced securit
32. e server or another access point a communication time out may occur if an intermediary line is slow in communication speed If this is the case increase the network delay time to prevent a time out from occurring Enter a value between 0 and 15 Factory default setting 0 Encryption Config File When this is enabled the setup files e g CONFIG are saved with their data encrypted when saving the settings Whether the setup file encryption function is disabled or enabled both encrypted and unencrypted files can be used when those files are written to the device by file transfer The password set in the device up to 31 single byte alphanumeric characters is used as the password for the encryption Factory default setting Disable SNMP SNMP Agent Set this item to enable to enable SNMP Factory default setting Disable Community Enter the SNMP authentication string The SNMP authentication string serves as a password to access the AP using SNMP Programs use this community name to access the AP s MIB Enter a string of up to 32 single byte alphanumeric characters The community name is case sensitive Factory default setting public Access Set the access permission for the community Select Read Write or Read Only The factory default setting is Read Write Factory default setting Read Write Trap IP Address Trap is the function to notify a user of a change made w
33. ened with water or a cleaning solution Take care to avoid the use of benzene thinners or other volatile solutions which may cause deformation or discoloration CONTEC 4 FX DS540 APDL2 U 1 Before Using the Product Notes on Radio Interface The 2 4 GHz band used by this product covers the operating frequencies of mobile identification local radio stations requiring the license specific low power radio stations requiring no license and amateur wireless stations requiring the license as well as industrial scientific and medical equipment such as microwave ovens 1 Before using this product make sure that there is no mobile identification local radio station specific low power radio station and amateur wireless station operating near the product 2 Ifthe product should cause radio interface with any mobile identification local radio station or specific low power radio station immediately change the operating frequency to avoid the radio interface 3 Contact your local retailer or CONTEC if the product has trouble such as recurrent radio interface with mobile identification local radio stations or specific low power radio stations CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 5 1 Before Using the Product Precautions Related to Electromagnetic Interference 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 dev
34. ent feature of the wireless network is that it uses radio waves as its medium eliminating the need for cabling The wireless network thus requires no cabling cost and has other advantages as listed below Quick construction of a LAN Temporary installation of a LAN Higher flexibility in layout of connected PCs terminals Assured mobility of connected PCs terminals On the other hand the wireless network has the following drawbacks from the operational point of view due to the nature of radio waves Signal attenuation Signal interference Also although this unit does not require a radio license it is subject to radio regulations CONTEC 50 FX DS540 APDL2 U 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function Operating Environment and Radio Waves When using this product to construct a network install and operate it considering the radio environment to optimize the performance Is allowed to use radio equipment at the installation location In some medical institutions and laboratories radio sensitive precision instruments are used and it may be prohibited to use radio equipment Radio waves are attenuated Although a radio wave is attenuated naturally as it travels from its transmission source it may also be attenuated by an object existing in its way Major obstacles that attenuate radio waves are as follows Concrete wall Metal surfaces in the vicinity of the antenna Obstacles blocking radio waves
35. ents are set to ON CAUTION Please refer to help of browser setting screen Access Point Manager for the explanation of a setting item etc that increase because it updated it to the latest firmware The latest explanation is described in help of the latest firmware CONTEC 42 FX DS540 APDL2 U 4 Setup and Status Display Setting List A list of status information on this product can be displayed by selecting Status after logging in through a web browser or TELNET This displays the following information Basic Setting This includes the firmware version IP address Ethernet The browser displays information about the Ethernet wireless LAN and series interfaces Wireless LAN The browser displays wireless LAN information wireless packet statistical information and Wireless node information MAC Address Table The browser displays information on the user units and stations that have been logged in to the AP Log The browser displays log information recorded in the AP To clear log information click Clear log information For main events displayed on the logs and their outlines see the table below Table 4 5 Events to Be Logged LeamNG Indicates that the filter function rejected an attempt tolog in by an in unregistered wireless terminal es the MAC address of the wireless terminal roaming into the AP Tunnel Start Indicates the MAC address of the wireless terminal that has started IP
36. er a value between 1 and 65535 Specify the reply wait time in seconds for which to wait for a reply to a ping Enter a value between 1 and 15 Specify the number of retries for which to retry ping transmission while no reply returns Enter a value between 0 and 15 Factory default setting IP Address 0 0 0 0 Interval Time s 60 Reply Waiting Time s sie 3 Retry Count uod Wireless LAN To change the wireless LAN standard wireless connection mode take three steps of Basic gt Details gt Security to make their respective settings For any other item you can change the setting on under Details or Security Basic Interface Disabling Interface disables the internal wireless LAN module When switching from Disable to Enable options such as channels do not appear in the STEP 2 Details setup as the built in wireless LAN module function is suspended until this device is rebooted When you come to STEP 2 select Save Reboot in the menu on the lefthand side of the Web browser to save the settings and reboot the device Factory default setting Enabled Wireless LAN Standard TEEE802 1 1a IEEE802 11b or IEEE802 11g can be selected as the wireless LAN specification to be used Factory default setting IEEES02 11a CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 29 4 Setup and Status Display Wireless Link Mode Select the operation mode of the FX DS540 APDL2 U from among
37. er settings as well as the IP address and subnet mask for the PC to be connected to this product via the network Changing browser settings 1 Networks at companies and schools may use broswers with proxy settings Proxy is not required as a PC is used to set up the product which is on a local network Disable the proxy settings temporarily when setting up this product on a Web browser For information about how to disable proxy settings refer to the help section of the Web browser used 2 Enable JavaScript For information about how to enable JavaScript refer to the help section of the Web browser used A CAUTION When the Web browser settings have been changed restore the original browser settings upon the completion of setup of this product CONTEC 20 FX DS540 APDL2 U 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods Connecting to This Product Using Web Browser Start up a Web browser and enter the IP address of this product after http in the address bar If connecting for the first time enter the default IP address When the default setting IPaddress is 10 144 0 1 enter as follows http 10 144 0 1 Connecting to this product displays the Access Point Manager login screen shown below If the login screen is not displayed the IP address setting for PC browser settings or the URL entered in the address bar of the browser may be incorrect Bees Poit Manager Figure 3 1 Login screen Enter a pas
38. es not guarantee interconnection with Wi Fi compliant products of other manufacturers Network A AP Access point t t ST 1 3 Station ST4 Station Wi Fi supported wireless card made by other company FS File server FS U Wireless connection Wired connection ST1 ST3 STA Figure 5 2 Compatible Infrastructure Mode In the Compatible Infrastructure mode each wireless terminal performs communication via the AP as in the Standard Infrastructure mode As the roaming function is supported the wireless terminal can log in to any AP within the coverage The AP does not provide FXLAN series s unique features as it works as a simple bridge CONTEC 46 FX DS540 APDL2 U 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function Advanced Infrastructure Mode The Advanced Infrastructure mode is a mixture of the Standard Infrastructure and Compatible Infrastructure modes This mode is available only when the access point is used Network A vt Access point Station Station Wi Fi supported wireless card made by other company File server Wireless connection Wired connection Network B Figure 5 3 Advanced Infrastructure Mode The terminal set to the Standard Infrastructure mode can use the FLEXLAN DS540 series s unique features The terminal set to the Compatible Infrastructure mode serves as a simple bridge and thus cannot use the FLEXLAN DS540 series
39. et POW CB30 af 1 2 eco an a LITT Figure 2 2 Power Supply Connection Connect a LAN cable in Category 5 or greater to use IEEE802 3af compliant power supply N CAUTION The overall length of the LAN cable between the power supply destination and the hub must be up to 100 m Route the cabling such that 1 2 is 100 m or less Donot connect the output LAN cable to any IEEE802 3af non compliant device as doing so can cause device faults or accidents When supplying power to the unit via the LAN cable do not use the bundled AC adapter and do not touch the power jack position Do not connect an AC adapter other than the bundled one as doing so can cause device faults or accidents Once the unit has been powered with the AC adapter do not turn the DC plug or vibrate the AC adapter CONTEC 12 FX DS540 APDL2 U 2 Setup Ground the FX DS540 APDL2 U Remove the rubber plug from the ground terminal on the main unit and connect a ground wire to the terminal using the bundled external toothed screw Removethe N rubber feet gt Figure 2 3 Ground the FX D540 APDL2 U Securing the DC plug Using the DC plug clamp bundled standard with the FX DS540 APDL2 U stops the DC plug from being removed even when the DC cable is loaded preventing an abrupt power failure Fasten the clamp using the bu
40. ey to be used for encryption The acceptable size and number of digits of the key depend on each type of encryption Enter the key in hexadecimal 0 9 a f or A F Factory default setting Without input Table 4 3 Number of Key Input Digits Size and number of Input Encryption Po MBiits J AES psnt AESOCH fizeut AP ST Key This item is available when the wireless link mode is Standard infrastructure and Advanced infrastructure This item is set when WPA or WPA PSK is selected as the WPA function or the IEEE802 1X function is enabled and also the wireless LAN device of the station in which the IEEE802 1X supplicant function is not enabled is used within the network Enter the authentication key to be used for communication between the access point and a station For WEP set the key size to the same as the size of the above key 1 4 to be used For AES and TKIP only 128bit and 256bit can be selected respectively Enter the key in hexadecimal 0 9 a f orA F When wireless LAN device of the station where the AP ST key is not effective doesn t log in this device it is not necessary to set it In either case set the size to Disable Factory default setting Disable Without input Table 4 4 Number of AP ST Key Input Digits Size and number of Input Encryption Aw Digits Tie me des CONTEC 36 FX DS540 APDL2 U 4 Setup and Status Display Key Update Time This item av
41. folder with file 2 Run FTP to log in to the AP 3 Transfer the settings file config MACFLIST is also transferred if necessary 4 Issue the reset request command command quote crst 5 Quit FTP The following is an example for the time when Windows Command Prompt MS DOS Prompt is used In this example the file will be moved to the folder with file D tmp and CONFIG and MACFLIST will be transferred after connecting to the product via FTP The example assumes the IP address as 10 144 0 1 C vedD Xmp wee 1 D tmp gt ftp 10 144 0 1 Q ftp gt put CONFIG 3 ftp gt put MACFLIST ftpequotecrst wenn 4 ftp gt bye 5 The reset request command shown in 4 is a command used to reboot the product There is no problem to skip 4 stop FTP in 5 and reboot the product later CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 57 6 Maintenance Upgrading the Firmware The AP firmware may be upgraded to resolve any bugs found in the software or to add new functions Contact CONTEC via our web site for details of the latest firmware The firmware is stored the AP memory with the following file name Filename APFIRM BIN This file can be written over to upgrade the version of the firmware There are two ways to upgrade the version of the firmware FTP and Access Point Manager with a Web setup screen Performing an Upgrade Using FTP Follow the procedure below
42. function when selecting EEE802 11g 1 These are theoretical values based on their respective wireless LAN standards they do not indicate actual data transfer rates CONTEC 64 FX DS540 APDL2 U 8 Appendix Table 8 1 Initial Setting List 3 4 Disable WEP AES AES OCB TKIP WPA function Disable WPA WPA PSK Default key 1 2 3B 4 Disable 64bit 10digits 128bit 26digits 152bit 32digits WEP Size 1 4 Disable 128bit 32digits AES AES OCB Disable TKIP Key 7A 44 Noinput isable 64bit 1Odigits 128bit 26digits 152bit 32digits WEP Size isable 128bit 32digits AES AP ST kye isable TKIP E KB es ESSID security only AP Disable enable MAC address filtering only AP Disable enable E IEEE802 1X function Disable enable Extended function Network time Time zone WEB server function Enabled disable Administrator IP MN E Disable enable specification Administrator paddress 1 2 0 0 0 0 Disable Network dela time seconds es Setting file encryption Disable enable Disable enable lig It is the function when selecting IEEE802 11g CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 65 8 Appendix Table 8 1 Initial Setting List lt 4 4 gt VLAN AP VLAN table VLAN ID Encryption AP The function when unit type is access point 11g Itis the function when selecting EEE802 11g CONTEC 66 FX DS540 APDL2 U 8 Appendix Specifications
43. g the DIP switch INIT The password is cleared when the AP is initialized Note however that initializing the AP resets all of its settings to their factory defaults requiring you to make settings over again Factory default setting Not input Ethernet Port Speed Select the port speed setting Select one of Auto 100M Full Duplex 100M half Duplex 10M Full Duplex or 10M half Duplex Factory default setting Auto Link Down Dense Enabling the link down sense feature stops the wireless function when a link is regarded to be down in the wired LAN at an access point The condition for detecting the link down state is selected as a link down condition Link status or Ping Link status sets the condition to when a physical link is disconnected at the wired UTP port of the access point Ping issues a ping packet periodically to a specified communication destination and sets the condition to when a reply error occurs Factory default setting Wireless LAN Disable Link Down Condition LinkStatus CONTEC 28 FX DS540 APDL2 U 4 Setup and Status Display Ping Parameter These parameters are used when Ping is selected as the link down condition Specify the IP address of the destination to which to periodically send a ping packet Be sure to specify a valid IP address of a node connected to the wired LAN Specify the transmission interval at which to send a ping packet Ent
44. hat user unit is logged in When access point ays that user unit is logged in access point When station Flash es data is being transmitted to or received from the device connected ashin 9 h wireless LAN OFF ays that user unit is not logged in When access point ays that user unit is not logged in access point When station CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 9 2 Setup Table 2 2 When Writing File Flashing Writing fileis in progress 1 simultaneously 1 Except writing of log files no blinking Table 2 3 Error Display Checking radar waves upon the startup of Blinking this product AP setup when channels 52 56 60 and 64 are used DIP switches Table 2 5 DIP Switches Used when initializing this product restoring the default settings Turning on this switch makes the LED of POWER LAN WLAN blink Turning this DIP switch off 1 INIT before about 3 seconds staying illuminated from being blinking resets all the AP s settings to their factory defaults the next time the AP is started Reboot the product when the light stops blinking 1 Turning this switch on operating can be done without setting the IP address on the IPLESS AP Used when not allocating an IP address to this product on the setup of a station In this time you cannot use the setup by Web browser or SNMP agent function The blinking continues for a little while after the product is switched off during initialization by s
45. he applicable channels If no radar wave is detected the set channel will be used to transmit radio waves The access point does not use the channel in which a radar wave was detected for 30 minutes after the detection In other words the channel in which a radar wave was detected cannot be used for radio communication for at least 30 minutes Ifa radar wave is detected during the startup of the access point the transmission of radio waves is halted immediately radio communication halted In this case the access point uses an JTEEE802 11a channel other than the one set The following points must be considered carefully when building a radio network at channel which has the DFS function ttakes at least one minute for the access point to start up at one of channels which has the DFS function The access point may start up at a channel other than the set one The channel may be changed during operation even when the access point started up at one of channels which has the DFS function To build a network using any of channels which has the DFS function ensure there is no problem even when DFS changes the channel Take care that a radar wave may still be detected later even when no radar wave was detected during the designing of the network Moreover the POWER LED and WLAN LED of this product continue to blink independently while checking for a radar wave one minute immediately after the startup As the L
46. ice must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CAUTION To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements a separation distance of at least 5 cm must be maintained between this device and all persons Notes FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the 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 In according with 47 CFR Part15 407 e U NII devices operating in 5 15 5 25 GHz frequency bands are restricted to indoor operations only This transmitter must not be co located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency RF Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 This equipment should be installed and operated with at least 20cm and more between the radiator and person s body excluding e
47. ils ESSID The name of the wireless LAN to which the AP belongs The same ESSID as for the access point to which you wish to log in should be selected Enter a name up to 32 alphanumeric characters The name is case sensitive Factory default setting LocalGroup Channel No Function when setting Access point Select the wireless channel to be used The channel number that can be selected varies depending on the country in which the device is used When IEEE802 1 1a is selected each country has a particular channel in which the DFS function is enabled based on the regulations of the radio law of that country When that channel is selected the DFS function checks for any interference with radar waves for one minute before the device is started up During that period no communication will be allowed Moreover the current channel will be changed to another channel if radar waves are detected during the operation Factory default setting 36 CONTEC 30 FX DS540 APDL2 U 4 Setup and Status Display Transmit Rate 1 Sets the wireless transmission rate Select one from Auto 54Mpbs 48Mbps 36Mpbs 24Mpbs 18Mpbs 12 Mbps 9 Mbps 6 Mbps when IEEE802 11a Select one from 11Mpbs 5 5Mbps 2Mpbs IMpbs when IEEE802 11b Select one from Auto 54Mpbs 48Mbps 36Mpbs 24Mpbs 18Mpbs 12 Mbps 9 Mbps 6 Mbps 11Mpbs 5 5Mbps 2Mpbs I
48. include metal walls and walls containing a metal firewall Strictly speaking nearly all objects in the path of the radio waves such as partitions or people cause some attenuation but these do not have a significant impact on network performance RSSI Receive Signal Strength Indication utility is available as a means of knowing the signal strength of an incoming radio wave Placing this product for a greater RSSI value makes the communication state more stable Ifthe RSSI value is small and slightly moving the position of the product does not increase the RSSI value it indicates radio wave attenuation either to the distance or by an obstacle Pay attention to radio interference Radio interference means the reception of radio waves in the frequency band used by this network that are generated by equipment that is not part of the network to which this product belongs Listed below are major examples of sources of interfering radio waves generated in general environments excluding plants and factories 5GHz using by IEEE802 112 or 2 4GHz using by IEEE802 11b IEEE802 11g band wireless networks that do not comply with IEEE802 11 Using by IEEE802 11b IEEE802 11g Ex microwave ovens security gates installed near the entrances of some department stores and rental shops copiers which give off the 2 4GHz electric waves Where there is a large metal wall such as in a warehouse the radio wave generated from the sender is reflected re
49. ing file should also be saved The setting file is stored in memory on the AP with the following file name MAC address filtering MACFLIST The file is in the memory even when the MAC address filtering function is not in use It however does not have to be saved Note that a file of BRGFLIST LOGFLIST may be stored in the AP s memory but it is not used as a setup file Using FTP to Backup the Settings File Configuration files that use the FTP are collected according to the following procedure 1 Move to the folder in which you wish to save the file 2 Run FTP to log in to the AP 3 Transfer the settings file CONFIG MACFLIST is also transferred if necessary 4 Exit FTP The following is an example for the time when Windows Command Prompt MS DOS Prompt is used In this example the file will be moved to the saving folder D tmp and CONFIG and MACFLIST will be collected after connecting to the product via FTP The example assumes the IP address as 10 144 0 1 C vcdD WMmp 1 D tmp gt ftp 10 144 0 1 2 ftp gt get CONFIG 3 ftp gt get MACFLIST ftp gt bye ween nnn ne 4 CONTEC 56 FX DS540 APDL2 U 6 Maintenance Restoring the Software Settings The software settings of this product can be recovered by using the saved setup file Using FTP to Restore the Settings Follow the procedure below to recover the software settings using FTP 1 Move to the
50. ion contained in this document The information in this document is subject to change without notice All relevant issues have been considered in the preparation of this document Should you notice an omission or any questionable item in this document please feel free to notify CONTEC CO LTD Regardless of the foregoing statement CONTEC assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document or for results obtained by the user as a result of using this product Trademarks FLEXLAN is a registered trademark or trademark of CONTEC CO LTD MS Microsoft Windows Windows NT and MS DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U S A and other countries Netscape Navigator is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications Other names of companies and products used in this document trademarks or registered trademarks of the related companies This document does not use the symbols etc Terminology Abbreviations The following terms and abbreviations are used in this manual for convenience Full term Term used in this manual FX DS540 APDL 2 U Access point AP F X DS540 APDL af U Station ST FX DS540 APDL U F X DS540 APDL NR5 U F X DS540 APDL NR520 U F X DS540 STB M U F X DS540 STB NR5202 U A device with the wireless function User unit Wireless terminal Personal computer PC CONTEC i FX DS540 APDL2 U Table of Contents Check Your Package esnj
51. is case saving the settings does not actually change the settings of the product Therefore make sure to reboot the product later For details on setting item please refer to chapter 4 Setup and Status Display CAUTION It takes approximately 5 10 seconds to save settings writing to internal flash memory During that period the LEDs for POWER LAN and WLAN at the front part of the main unit blink simultaneously Do not reboot or turn off the product until the screen indicates the completion of the saving process The setup file data and firmware data may be damaged and the product may not operate properly if it is rebooted or switched off during the saving process CONTEC 22 FX DS540 APDL2 U 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods Setup Using TELNET This section describes how to perform setup using TELNET This procedure requires an application in which TELNET can be used In Windows Command Prompt can be used Connecting to an FX DS540 APDL2 U Using the TELNET Start up an application in which TELNET can be used e g Command Prompt and enter the IP address of this product after the telnet command When connecting for the first time enter the default IP address For example if the default IP address of the AP is 10 144 0 1 enter the following telnet 10 144 0 1 The following login screen is displayed when connected to this product If the login screen is not displayed the IP address setting f
52. ithin the SNMP agent system The trap function can be enabled by specify the IP address of the destination user The SNMP manager having the IP address specified here can manage trap information about the AP If the network contains more than one AP it is advisable to register the same IP address so that all the APs can be managed on one machine Up to three destination IPs can be registered Factory default setting 0 0 0 0 CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 39 4 Setup and Status Display sysContact Enter contact information about the AP administrator An example is the name and telephone number of the network administrator The string can be up to 32 characters long when all the characters are single byte alphanumeric characters or up to 16 characters long within 32 bytes when they are all double byte Japanese characters Factory default setting Not input sysLocation Specify the physical location of the AP An example is Administration Division 2F The string can be up to 32 characters long when all the characters are single byte alphanumeric characters or up to 16 characters long within 32 bytes when they are all double byte Japanese characters Factory default setting Not input sysName Specify the device name of the AP under SNMP Enter a string of up to 32 single byte alphanumeric characters The device name is case sensitive Factory default setting Not input Trap When the trap function is enabled a
53. le Table 4 2 Wireless Link Mode E ti i Set ncryption u yp Function k Neither WPA nor WPA PSK can be used WEP x Set key 1 4 for use AES You can select whether to use WPA or WPA PSK Y ou do not have to set key 1 4 when WPA or WPA PSK is used Neither WPA nor WPA PSK can be used AES OCB x Set key 1 4 for use Tee You have to use WPA WPA PSK You do not have to set key 1 4 WPA Specify the authentication type when WPA is used This item can be set only when encryption has been set to AES or TKIP Select WPA to use WPA based on authentication specified in IEEE 802 1X Select WPA PSK to use WPA in home mode using no authentication server WPA requires IEEE 802 1X setting and WPA PSK requires WPA encryption key setting described below Disable can be selected when encryption is AES In this case the WPA function is not used When encryption is TKIP Disable cannot be selected and thus either WPA or WPA PSK must be selected Factory default setting Disable Default Key Set this item with the WPA function disabled when encryption has been set to WEP AES or AES OCB Select the key number to be used from among key 1 4 Factory default setting 1 CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 35 4 Setup and Status Display Size Key 1 4 Set this item with the WPA function disabled when encryption has been set to WEP AES or AES OCB Specify the size and value of the k
54. mission distance When setting up the network check the RSSI level then confirm that communication works correctly with the application you plan to use For a TCP IP system for example you can use the Windows PING command To use PING start the command prompt MS DOS and enter the following command The example command is for an AP with an IP address of 10 144 0 1 ping 10 144 0 1 Two or more stations can log in the AP at the same time However remember that the communication speed slows due to the increased loading as the number of user units for a particular AP increases If a pair of wireless terminals are communicating via a particular channel no other communications can use that channel within the range of the radio signal the exception is broadcasting which transmits to all terminals As a result communication speed tends to drop as the density of wireless terminals increases although this depends to a large extent on how frequently the network is used If the AP is connected to an Ethernet hub or similar a unexpectedly large load can occur on the AP if the Ethernet traffic is heavy and this may reduce the performance of the wireless network This can be solved by changing the hub connected to the AP to a switching hub bridge Setup the software in accordance with how the network will be used The communication speed may also drop due to interference if two wireless terminals are located close to each other In ge
55. n off the product until the screen indicates the completion of the saving process The setup file data and firmware data may be damaged and the product may not operate properly if it is rebooted or switched off during the saving process CONTEC 26 FX DS540 APDL2 U 4 Setup and Status Display 4 Setup and Status Display This chapter describes how to setup the AP using a web browser explains each setting item and status display Always read Chapter 2 Setup and Chapter 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods for preparation before performing setup or viewing the status This section describes how to perform setup using a web browser Settings Basic setting Host Name Enter the host name of the product using 31 or less single byte alphanumeric characters Assigning a name to an AP makes it easier to identify on the network Factory default setting Not input DHCP Client Enabling DHCP client makes the access point available as a DHCP client Factory default setting Disable IP Address Specify the IP address of the AP Make sure to perform this setting when not enabling the DHCP client When setting via a LAN using a browser running on a PC the network address of the AP must be the same as the network address of the PC Factory default setting Specified on the housing seal Subnet Mask If using a subnet specify the subnet mask Factory default setting 255 0 0 0 Default Gateway Spe
56. nd select the desired firmware then click the Update button to transfer the firmware 4 Upon completion of transfer of the firmware the screen changes with the AP restarted A CAUTION Do not reboot or switch off the product until you see a screen prompting rebooting The setup file data and firmware data may be damaged and the product may not operate properly if it is rebooted or switched off while the firmware is still being updated data being written Initialization There are three ways to initialize this product recovering the factory settings Using TELNET Using a Web browser Using the DIP switch of the main unit INIT Each initialization method is described below Using TELNET Follow the procedure below when using TELNET to initialize the product 1 Use TELNET to log in to this product 2 In main menu select 8 default 3 Enter Y for the question Load default setting Y N 4 For the question Load default IP address Y N enter Y to initialize the IP address as well or N to leave it unchanged 5 From the main menu select 4 Reboot 1 Cold boot and then enter Y for the question Save the setting Y N to reboot the product Saving the setting and rebooting the product after loading the default setting initializes the product If the default setting is loaded by mistake the initialization process can be terminated without changing any setti
57. ndled external tooth lock screws to secure the DC plug Remove the rubber feet Sheet metal for securing DC plug Figure 2 4 Securing the DC plug CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 13 2 Setup Setup Wall Installation In case of using the supported screw Refer to the main unit installation drawing to drive the screws into a wall and hang the main unit on them 2 0 1 Drive the screws into the wall a The dimensions are shown in the figure above 2 locations 2 Attach the main unit case such that the two screws on the wall insert into the wall mounted holed on the case 3 Slide the main unit down to hold it in place Figure 2 5 Wall Installation N CAUTION Do not obstruct the ventilation slits This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and can damage the components inside ANWARNING Do not install this product downward or on a ceiling It can be overheated inside to catch fire CONTEC 14 FX DS540 APDL2 U 2 Setup Attaching Using a Magnet The magnet provided with the FX DS540 APDL2 U makes it easy to attach or remove the AP from metal surfaces such as steel partitions or desks A CAUTION Do not place magnets near monitors floppy disks or other sensitive objects Moving the AP while it is mounted on a steel desk or similar surface can cause paint scratching Attaching and removing magnets To
58. neral maintain a gap of about 1m between station 3m between APs and station and 3m between APs The best performance is achieved from antennas if they are located in an open space free from obstructions Avoid locating antennas where they will be hidden In particular when communication distance is an important consideration it is recommended that you install antennas in a high location with a clear view Floors often contain steel beams or metal firewalls and therefore communication between floors is often not possible FX DS540 APDL2 U 53 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function CONTEC 54 FX DS540 APDL2 U 6 Maintenance 6 Maintenance This chapter describes how to perform maintenance on the AP and explains the tools to be used Here maintenance means the following log file collection firmware upgrades and saving and restoring the software settings Maintenance Tool This maintenance tool is available for the FTP and FLEX HELPER This section describes how to use the tool by the FTP For details and applications of FLEX HELPER contact your dealer Log File Collection To collect the log file you collect it by using FTP via the LAN The log file is in text format and can be displayed in the Notepad or WordPad programs that come with Windows The collected log file is stored the CF card with the following file name Filename LOGFILE A CAUTION To collect the log file log collection must
59. ngs by selecting 1 Exit from the main menu and entering N for the question Save the setting Y N rather than rebooting the product 9 CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 59 6 Maintenance Using a Web Browser Follow the procedure below when using Web browser to initialize the product 1 Follow the procedure below when using Web browser to initialize the product 2 Select Maintenance Default setting from the menu 3 To leave the IP address of the product unchanged without initialization tick Do not set IP address to default To initialize the IP address tick Set IP address to default and then click Default 4 Click Save Reboot on the menu to save the default setting and reboot the product Saving and rebooting 4 initializes the product If the default setting is selected by mistake click Logout on the menu to close the Web setup screen Using the DIP Switch of the Main Unit INIT Follow the procedure below when using the DIP Switch of the Main Unit INIT to initialize the product 1 Turn on switch 1 of the DIP switches left switch INIT at the front part of the main unit 2 Immediately after that the LEDs of POWER LAN and WLAN blink for approximately three seconds Turn off DIP switch 1 during the blinking 3 Wait for a while until the blinking of the POWER LAN and WLAN LEDs stops and then reboot the product power on off Rebooting 3 initializes the product
60. ollection methods Log This specifies whether or not to enable logging Enabled the function to collect logs Factory default setting Disable File save To save collected log information as a file enable the function To store it temporarily in the memory disable the function Temporarily here means the period in which the device is starting up Log information will be deleted if the device is rebooted or switched off when the function is disable Never reboot or switch off the device while saving a file when the function is enabled Factory default setting Disable Overwrite Mode This specifies whether or not to overwrite old data when the number of log entries reaches the maximum If disabled log collection halts when the maximum number of entries is reached Factory default setting Enable CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 41 4 Setup and Status Display Start Date Time This specifies whether or not to set a logging start time If enabled set the time at which to start logging Factory default setting Function Disable Start Date Time 0 00 1 Jan 2002 Detailed Setting You can select the types of events to belogged Setting Login Logout Log in Refusal Roaming IP Tunnel Start Stop Application login logout and Authentication to ON allows the selected events to be logged Setting them to OFF prevents them from being logged Factory default setting All of the ev
61. on indicates an approximate setting for the time out interval It does not increase transmission output or antenna gain to expand the coverage Usually this item should be left untouched as set by default Factory default setting Less than 1 km CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 33 4 Setup and Status Display Load Balance Load balancing is the function used when wireless terminals are connected to access points so that no single access point is overwhelmed by wireless terminals When the load balance function is enabled a wireless terminal is preferentially connected to the access point to which fewer terminals are currently connected Note that to use this function the access point and station must be both FLEXLAN series products and also the load balance function must be enabled for both Factory default setting Function Disable Beacon Interval This item available when the unit type is Access point Specify the transmission interval at which the access point transmits a beacon signal Enter a value between 20 and 1000 in milliseconds ms Factory default setting 100 ms DTIM Period This item available when the unit type is Access point Set the frequency at which to add a DTIM Delivery Traffic Indication Message to a beacon signal which is information for recovering a user unit from power save mode Enter a value between 1 and 255 Setting this item to 1 adds a DTIM to each beacon signal setting it
62. or the PC may be incorrect ee Mireless LAN Access Point Version X XX Password Figure 3 4 Login Screen Enter a password on the login screen and then click Login to log in When connecting for the first time do not enter any password and just click Login as no password has been set at the factory CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 23 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods If the login is successful the following screen will be displayed after a little while Date 200X XX XX Time XXX KX igure rite Conf igurat ion System Parameters Figure 3 5 Screen after TELNET Login A CAUTION Shift JIS is used as the character code displayed during TELNET connection Check the character code of the TELNET application if the characters become garbled 24 CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods Setup Using TELNET After login enter the number of the item shown in the top menu depending on the desired execution and then press Enter To perform configuration enter 2 for Configure The items in the top menu are as follows Table 3 1 TOP Menu Reboots the AP Performa reboot after modifying the 4 Reboot settings after saving The new settings become effective from after the reboot 5 Change system parameters Change the password or date 6 Download Download the settings file and firmware from the AP T Send the settings file o
63. ors wireless equipment supporting Wi Fi 3 Advanced 2 Mode to allow wireless LAN terminals both in standard mode and compatible mode to be connected on the network at the same time IEEE802 3af compliant Capable of power supplied through a LAN cable by using an IEEE802 3af compliant device XR feature integrated 4 XR feature providing stable connectivity even in poor radio or obstructed environments Super A G feature integrated Super A G feature improving the speed of communication between supported models WDS feature integrated Up to six units can be connected wirelessly between access points CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 1 1 Before Using the Product QoS support Supporting QoS Quality of Service that allocates bandwidths for specific types of communication such as VoIP to guarantee communication qualities SNMP agent feature integrated Enabling network management using SNMP supported network management software such as CONTEC SNMPc MIBII and private MIB are supported Protect Mode available when using IEEE802 11g Stable communications even when IEEE802 1 1b products are also used Communication speeds are improved for IEEE802 11g products Others Introducing the Diversity Method with a built in chip antenna Easy configuration and management using a Web browser Assorted maintenance methods are available to different systems and applications including FTP commands TELNET 1 The IP tunneling feature is
64. r firmware from the PC terminal to TU Da the AP and update on the AP Restore all AP settings totheir factory defaults ThelP address can be excluded 9 Status Used to check the setting details and the status after startup Each item also has further subdivided sub items Enter the number of the desired sub item 8 Default You will be asked to enter a value after selecting a setting sub item Enter an appropriate value A list of the values which should be entered can be displayed by entering H or when entering a value Refer to H when you do not know which value to enter CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 25 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods TELNET Key Operation Select items from the TELNET menus by entering the corresponding number In addition to entering numbers you can also use the following commands The operation of each key is the same for all menus TT Return to top menu E Escape from the current operation M Return to previous menu GO Jump to the specified category JP Change to Japanese mode SHIFT JIS US Change to English mode W Save settings BYE OFF End Hor Display a list of commands Help screen Figure 3 6 Help Screen A CAUTION It takes approximately 5 10 seconds to save settings writing to internal flash memory During that period the LEDs for POWER LAN and WLAN at the front part of the main unit blink simultaneously Do not reboot or tur
65. s eitis estt EEKLO TEKEE SHE EHE REEKSE 11 lodi 12 Ground the FX DS540 APDL2 U eeeeeeeeeeeetetetetntntnett setate inte ene toto thin tne EAA e te toten ink ene ERA 13 Securing the DC pl g cete pe NR BREATHE ORI E NURSES NEIN 13 Ni dM ME 14 Wall Installation 5 ure m E ER REPE DEREN OU D PRESS 14 Attaching Using a Magnet IR HERERUSURRASQER REIR EU PUR eed a 15 Table Top Installation ttti tette re tent ee ect e Yep Ce e vex dea poen teretes 16 Wired LAN Connection 5 eder HORE HEP T HB EE ee it re EE RES 17 CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U iii CONNECTION TO DEVICES AND SETUP METHODS Setup Methods rte ete eee M e NOI HR AREE RUN eave NC RENE VOR ERAN EHE AAS AENEASE UE RN Preparation before Setup ciet ie i tits i e exe ERE ER Ee EE ER eben ee iieis 19 Setup Usin ga Web Browser ecce e EN RR GERE CURRERE URN n 20 Setting the Browser see 20 Connecting to This Product Using Web Browser cccscsssssssseseeeseseeeeseeeesceeeseeeeseeeeaeeeeaeeaeeeeaeee 21 Setup Using Web Browser uec i PRSE Me EEUU ER Or eee ERR deep 22 Setup Using TELNET zoe e CET E SE AEE ERE E Connecting to an FX DS540 APDL2 U Using the TELNET Setup Using TELNE enr eter reete eae e RP e Pete ave ne tese epa TELNET Key Operation 4 SETUP AND STATUS DISPLAY 27 SSCA e 27 Basic setting WIRELESS LINK MODE AND WIRELESS LAN FUNCTION Wireless Link Mode
66. s for the wireless link modes and related items Standard Infrastructure Mode In this mode each access point AP can accommodate station ST to make up a network This mode allows the use of multiple AP s to configure wide area wireless LAN s All communication between wireless terminals must go through an AP Network A Network B 2 AP Access point ST Station FS FS Fileserver Router K Wireless connection Wired connection ST3 t Network C Figure 5 1 Standard Infrastructure Mode In the above standard infrastructure mode all wireless terminals communicate via unit type APs Roaming functions are supported allowing logged in on any unit type AP For IP tunneling to work correctly one of the APs must be setup as the master CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 45 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function Advantages 1 If the IP tunneling function is used communication can continue via different routers without needing to change IP address 2 Allows log in restrictions security function 3 Capable of improving security based on WSL Wireless Security Link Compatible Infrastructure Mode This mode allows the FX DS540 APDL2 U to be networked with other manufacturers Wi Fi certified wireless terminals other than the CONTEC s FLEXLAN series Communications between the wireless terminals are always made via the APs N CAUTION The Compatible Infrastructure mode do
67. s unique features CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 47 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function Comparison of Main Functions The three wireless connection modes mentioned above have different wireless LAN functions The following shows a table of the relationship between the operating modes and main functions and gives a brief explanation of each function Table 5 1 Comparison of Main Functions Wireless link mode Standard Compatible Advanced Infrastructure mode Infrastructure mode Infrastructure mode TI Re o o o o o eme 0 5x 9 station aP connection o o x of o sump n ojoj o o o Log collection funtion o f o MAC adores Piteris o o o Details BridgePacket contra o o of o o axaEnmytimws o o x o oa ox poe qox ee EETA TATARARAA zase ee ee po o o J o o Setting item Data Encryption WEP Super A G VLAN Roaming The roaming function which allows mobile station to switch log in between multiple APs can only be used Roaming can be used to construct large scale wireless LANs IP tunneling This function modifies the IP address so that units can connect to the desired network group even via This function is unique to the FLEXLAN series and cannot be used between the access point that is set to the compatible infrastructure and the station that is set to the compatible infrastructure SNMP This func
68. sulam ii Trademark c ii Fable Of Contehts SERE Re ETE EN REISEN INO TA EASIER EUER iii T BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT 1 About the FX DS540 APDL2 U ooo esesesececeescscsesssessescsesessenessesesesssesscasasssssesenesseseeaeeeeeeas 1 Inn OD 1 Customer SUDDOEtL i err meri bere i DUE LR EYED e EYE EH E ERE DIY GR EYE Ce EEE PERO ORE LX EXER RE TAG 3 uci c 3 Limited One Year Warranty eR arate Suan NEN AEEENRS SNR UNN ERE R NEAR ETERNA ANE ANA SSRS 3 How to Obtain Service o ERE RESET ANSEHEN ER REM ERR e HARTEN d 3 SENE 3 Salty Precautions ME 9H 4 Safety Information reed ete pa ce e t etii pe ec e ve EN 4 Usage mit tiOn see eter te IRE ISO NEN EE EMEN ERAN RETE CAE AN REA CAR TEMA ANSU 4 Precautions Related to Setvice isssieesettithee eim rene ient SPEEA e ri Me eerie dee EI ERI 4 Notes on Radio Interface 2 00 0 ear a a E a a EEA O E R aaa 5 Handling Precautions Envitonmefitz estive ci D ODD EO ieee OO A S InSpectiofi i oie eee PERENNE E ERU ESE RENE RA ANH MR ERES XR RS ERR E CERE E ETE 8 Mir X 8 MEDICUM 8 2 SETUP 9 Component Locations sierici 9 LED display 1 0 DIPS Witches E MH M 10 Checking the N twork Addresse
69. sulting in those radio waves reaching the receiver which have taken different routes thereby phase shifted This has the similar effect as the generation of interfering radio waves possibly slowing down data transfer Most of the interfering radio wave sources other than wireless networks have local and or temporary effects not so affecting network performance Rarely however the date rate is reduced and in the worst case communication is disabled temporarily In such cases change the location of this product and the channel used for communication This may solve the problem CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 51 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function Causiton on IEEE802 11a use To use the IEEE802 11a specification a network must be built in consideration of the DFS function which is activated TEEE802 11a channels include a channel that uses the same frequency band as the weather radar 1 The DFS function changes the access point channel in order to avoid radio wave interference with the weather radar The DFS is outlined below When an access point is set to the channel stipulated by the radio law of each country to require the DFS function the access point checks for any radar wave in that channel for one minute before radio wave transmission starts If a radar wave is detected an IEEE802 11a channel other than the set channel will be used The access point will check for any radar wave again if that channel is one of t
70. sword on the login screen and then click Login to log in When connecting for the first time do not enter any password and just click Login as no password has been set at the factory Tf the login is successful the following setup screen will be displayed after a little while Figure 3 2 Screen after Login CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 21 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods Setup Using Web Browser Select Setting in the left hand menu 1 in Figure 3 3 and further select the desired setting items from the opened menu Information such as setting items will be displayed in the right hand frame xxx xxx en tephlm RESID Mum EX Setting Access Point Manager Basic Setting Host Namo DHCP Chent 1P Address 2 Subnet Mask Default Gateway amp Maintenance AP Composition Comps apanese i Access Point Type Backup AP IP Address Language Jamese v Password Password Verification Figure 3 3 Setting by Access Point Manager Make sure to click Submit 2 in Figure 3 3 after changing settings on each page to temporarily save the settings in this product The settings become valid when the product is restarted after all the setup procedure is completed and the settings are stored Click Save Reboot 3 in Figure 3 3 on the left hand menu There will be no problem if you just save the settings now but reboot the product later when necessary In th
71. t gt SIS 9 R 6 Q t E o S12 32 D R IAE E a o 3 z g 3 n i o g E F 2 u i e IEEE802 11g Access method CSMA CA ACK RTS CTS Wireless category SM Baud 2 4 2 4835GHz Aerial power 10mW MHz or less WEP 64 128 152bit or WPA AES 128bit or WPA TKIP 256bit or Security AES OCB 128bit WSL Proprietary encryption Usable along with one of the above four types of encryption 1 These are theoretical values based on their respective wireless LAN standards they do not indicate actual data transfer rates CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 67 8 Appendix Table 8 2 Specifications 2 2 External dimension mm 81 W x 26 5 D x 175 H Weight 0 9kg Software Specifications Table 8 3 Software Specifications IP RFC791 ICMP RF C792 UDP RF C768 TCP RFC793 896 Protocols ARP RF C826 HTTPD RF C1866 TELNET RF C854 FTPD RF C959 TFTP RF C783 906 DHCP RFC2131 Environmental Specifications for Installing the FX DS540 APDL2 U Table 8 4 Environmental Specifications Environmental Specs Item Specification 3 2 3 5VDC When using AC adapter 36 57VDC When using PoE Operating temperature c 17ms or less LOOVAC 25 C Permitted transient power failure X An automatic reset is performed when low voltage is detected Table 8 5 AC Adapter Environmental Conditions Environmental Specs CONTEC 68 FX DS540 APDL2 U External Dimensions 8 I LANnezeer
72. t setting Disable Without input ESSID security This item available when the unit type is Access point ESSIC security is the composite function as the combination of ANY ID reject and ESSID hide Enabling this function rejects access by ANY ID terminals those with on ESSID assigned and hides the AP s ESSID from external references to the access point Using the function restricts illegal access using ANY ID and prevents the ESSID from being easily known to third parties Factory default setting Disable MAC address filtering This item available when the unit type is Access point Select whether to use the MAC address filtering function Enabling the function rejects an attempt to log in to the access point by other than the clients having authorized MAC addresses MAC addresses can be registered either individually or in arange You can register up to 8192 entries When specifying a MAC address enter a hyphen at intervals of two bytes Example 01 23 45 67 89 ab Factory default setting Disable CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 37 4 Setup and Status Display IEEES02 1X IEEE802 1X Set this item to enabled to enable the function of IEEE802 1X Select WEP by the security setting of wireless LAN to exchange keys when the IEEE802 1X function is made enabled and it doesn t use WPA Factory default setting Disable Extension Network Time Enabling the network time function can syn
73. tilation slits This can cause the temperature inside the product to rise and can damage the components inside CONTEC 16 FX DS540 APDL2 U 2 Setup Wired LAN Connection Connect your LAN cable to the UTP port on the AP A cross cable is used to connect the product to the UP LINK port of a PC or HUB A straight cable is used to connect the product to the normal port of a HUB Straight cable cross cable Figure 2 9 Wired LAN Connection A CAUTION Cable length between this product and PC HUB is 100 m or less UseLAN cable having category 3 6 specifications CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 17 2 Setup CONTEC 18 FX DS540 APDL2 U 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods 3 Connection to Devices and Setup Methods This product is set up via a network using a Web browser or TELNET Follow the setup procedure below once the product is set up Setup Methods Although the FX DS540 APDL2 U can be set up precisely to construct an advanced wireless LAN environment there are two different setup methods available web browser and TELNET Web browser Provides an easy to use graphical interface TELNET Text only display without a help section However you will find it faster to perform setup once you get used to it Preparation before Setup You must use a PC which can be connected to a network as the product is set up via the network The setup is performed by
74. tion enables remote management by software that supports SNMP Available in all modes Log collection function It is a function to collect event information on a wireless of this product communication etc See Chapter 6 for details CONTEC 48 FX DS540 APDL2 U 5 Wireless Link Mode and Wireless LAN Function MAC address filtering This function enables connection of only the terminals whose MAC address has been registered Bridge Packet Control This function allows the AP to pass only that data to terminals which comes from network devices having a registered MAC address Communication between wireless terminals can be rejected when their MAC addresses are unregistered WSL Proprietary encryption WSL Wireless Security Link is unique proprietary encryption built only in the FLEXLAN series of devices It can be used either alone or along with other types of encryption such as WEP and AES Note however that devices using WSL cannot communicate with those not using it Data encryption This function encrypts wireless data For encryption four security protocols are available WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy AES AES OCB and TKIP AES and TKIP or WPA and WPA PSK can be used at the same time Super A G Proposed by Atheros Communications Inc this technology speeds up communication It improves the throughput of wireless LAN using three techniques fast frames for raising data transfer efficiency by increasing the data p
75. to 2 adds one to every other beacon signal Factory default setting 1 ms QoS To enable the QoS function set it to Enabled Factory default setting Disable WDS This item available when the unit type is Access point To enable the WDS function set it to Enable In that case specify the wireless MAC address of the remote AP with which to communicate Use the Edit List button to open another window for setup and set the MAC address You can register up to six wireless MAC addresses for inter AP communication When entering a MAC address insert a hyphen at intervals of two bytes as in 01 23 45 67 89 ab The only types of encryption available to wireless LAN setup are WEP AES without WPA and AES OCB Do not use WPA or WPA PSK In addition none of them can be used along with the IEEE 802 1X function The WDS function cannot be used when channel 52 56 60 or 64 has been selected in IEEE802 1 1a Use a different channel Factory defaultsetting Disable CONTEC 34 FX DS540 APDL2 U 4 Setup and Status Display Security Encryption This setting specifies whether to enable or disable encryption You can select a type of encryption from among WEP AES AES OCB and TKIP If you select AES or TKIP the following WPA function can be used The WPA function is used whenever TKIP is selected If you disable encryption neither key can be used as the default key Factory default setting Disab
76. to the power supply unit and UTP port Check whether the Power LED is flashing If the power LED is still flashing more than 5 minutes after the power is switched on the problem may be an AP firmware failure In this case the problem may be a startup error caused by corrupt data in the memory of this product If you cannot restore it contact your retailer Check the power When an AC adaptor is used check if it is the attached AC adaptor Do not use any AC adaptor other than the attached adaptor for this product When an IEEE802 3af compatible PoE is used check if an IEEE802 3af compatible power supply unit is used No other power supply can be applied CONTEC 62 FX DS540 APDL2 U 8 Appendix 8 Appendix Factory Default Settings List Hardware Setup Switch OFF Switch 2 OFF ON 12 Figure 8 1 DIP Switch Initial Setting Table 8 1 Initial Setting List lt 1 4 gt Specification Basic setting Host name No input DHCP Client Disable enable Displays it in the case seal of the main unit Subnet mask 255 0 0 0 Default gateway AP construction Compatibility integration Normal master back up P address of the master AP P address of the backup AP Language setting English J apanese Passwork Noinput Port speed Auto Recognition 100M full duplex 100M half duplex 10M full duplex 10M half duplex Wireless LAN Disable enable
77. witching on and off the INIT switch This indicates internal memory files are being deleted Theinternal memory files may be damaged and the product may not start up properly if the power is switched off beforethe blinking stops Always reboot the product after the blinking stops CONTEC 10 FX DS540 APDL2 U 2 Setup Checking the Network Addresses The Ethernet wired LAN wireless LAN MAC address and IP address are defined on the housing seal on the bottom of this product Write down the MAC addresses for Ethernet and wireless LAN in the following table as they are device individual values and may be required for future setup Table 2 6 Network address Housing seal Sho Explanation Keeping from column description IP A Default IP Address CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 11 2 Setup Power Supply There are two power supply methods for this product using the attached AC adaptor and supplying power from an IEEE802 3af compatible power supply unit using a LAN cable Using the attached AC adapter Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet then connect the DC plug to the power supply jack in the main unit Using the LAN cable The FX D540 APDL2 U can be power supplied through a LAN cable from an IEEE802 3af compliant power supply unit For details refer to the power supply unit The following gives an example of connection FX DS540 APDL2 U HUB UPLINK BX 7X 6X SX 4X 3X 2X 1X X JE l J
78. without notice for enhancement and quality improvement Even when using the product continuously be sure to read the manual and understand the contents Do not attempt to modify this device The manufacturer will bear no responsibility whatsoever for the device if it has been modified Regardless of the foregoing statements CONTEC is not liable for any damages whatsoever including damages for loss of business profits arising out of the use or inability to use this CONTEC product or the information contained herein 9 CONTEC FX DS540 APDL2 U 7 1 Before Using the Product Environment Use this product in the following environment If used in an unauthorized environment the board may overheat malfunction or cause a failure Operating temperature 0 50 C Humidity 10 90 RH No condensation Corrosive gases None Floating dust particles Not to be excessive Inspection Inspect the product periodically as follows to use it safely The ventilation slits are not covered and neither dust nor alien substance is attached tothe ventilation slits Check that the connector of theunit and its cable have been plugged correctly Storage When storing this product keep it in its original packing form 1 Wrap it in the packing material then put it in the box 2 Store the package at room temperature at a place free from direct sunlight moisture shock vibration magnetism and static electri
79. xtremities hands wrists feet and legs CONTEC 6 FX DS540 APDL2 U 1 Before Using the Product Handling Precautions A DANGER Do not use the product where it is exposed to flammable or corrosive gas Doing so may result in an explosion fire electric shock or failure A CAUTION This product contains precision electronic elements and must not be used in locations subject to physical shock or strong vibration Otherwise the board may malfunction overheat or cause a failure Do not use or store this device in high temperature or low temperature surroundings or do not expose it to extreme temperature changes Otherwise the board may malfunction overheat or cause a failure Do not use or store this device where it is exposed to direct sunlight or near stoves or other sources ofheat Otherwise the board may malfunction overheat or cause a failure Do not use or store this device near strong magnetic fields or devices emitting electromagnetic radiation Otherwise the board may malfunction overheat or cause a failure fan unusual smell or overheat is noticed unplug the power cable immediately Inthe event of failure or abnormality contact your retailer Becareful not to let the external supply voltage or drive current exceed the rating Do not place an object that blocks ventilation slits on top of this product or on its sides The specifications of this product are subject to change
80. y function supporting WPA XR function Super A G function WDS function and QoS The power supply methods include the attached AC adaptor and PoE allowing you to use an IEEE802 3af compliant device to supply power from a LAN cable Be sure to read it carefully so that you can use the product correctly The FLEXLAN DS540 series employs a wireless LAN chip manufactured by Atheros Communications Inc The main board firmware and enhancements are developed by CONTEC based on its abundant experience and technical skills in LAN Features TEEE802 1 1a IEEE802 1 1b IEEE802 11g compliant access point The channel to be used varies depending on the country in which the product is used High level security features integrated Conforming to a latest security standard of WPA and supporting 802 1 X authentication as well as AES based secure encrypted communications Proprietary features such as WSL as a proprietary encryption technology available along with AES and WEP other than MAC address filtering ESSID hide and ANY ID reject IP tunneling feature integrated 1 Enabling communication even at a roaming destination beyond the router without making any changes to network configuration Offering a choice of three wireless connection modes for different network configurations Standard 2 Mode to use the features unique to the FLEXLAN Series such as IP tunneling and WSL Compatible 2 Mode for heterogeneous use along with other vend

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