ArrowSpan MeshAP 2100 Manuale utente

User Guide

MeshAP 2100/1100

Dual-Radio Wi-Fi Mesh Network

Access Points

ArrowSpan Inc.

4800 Great America Parkway

Suite 238

Santa Clara, CA 95054

USA

v1.9.3

June. 2007

Installation Guide - MeshAP 2100/1100 Dual-Radio Wi-Fi Mesh Network Access Point Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Safety Guide and Installation Tips…………………………………………………………………………… 1

Chapter 1 - Accessing the MeshAP Access Point (Login) ……………………………………………….. 2

Chapter 2 - General MeshAP Infrastructure Information ………………………...………………………. 5

Chapter 3 - Mesh Manager Configuration ………………..………………….…….………………………. 6

Chapter 4 - Station Configuration

Setup Station (Auto Mode) ………………………………………..………………………. 9

Connect a MeshAP station to other Stations/Mesh managers under Auto Mode …… 12

Setup Station (Manual Mode) ……………………………………….……………............... 13

Connect a MeshAP station to other Stations/Mesh managers under Manual Mode …… 16

Chapter 5 - Managing the Topology

Accessing Topology Page …………………………………………………………………. 18

Manage MeshAP on Topology Tree ………………………………...……………………. 19

Chapter 6 - Wireless

Wireless Network Mode ……………………………………………………………………. 21

Wireless Channel …………………………………………………………………………… 23

Wireless Security

Configure WEP ……………………………………………………………………. 23

Chapter 7 - Firmware Upgrade

Direct Unit Update ………………………………………………………………………….. 26

Station Update via Topology (Remote Update) …………...……………………………. 29

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SAFETY GUIDE & INSTALLATION TIPS

Safety Guide for the Indoor MeshAP 1100

•Make sure to read the installation instructions thoroughly before you install your unit(s).

•To avoid the risk of being electrocuted, do not work on the unit(s) during a lightning storm.

•Do not touch the antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving.

•Do not hold the antenna very close to any exposed body parts while it is transmitting.

•Antennas should be placed at least 20cm from the bodies of all persons.

•If you are mounting the unit on the wall, make sure it can hold the MeshAP’s weight of about 1lb.,

plus the additional weight of any attached cables.

•Place access points in a location where it is hard for people to turn them off.

Installation Tips for the Indoor MeshAP 1100

•Make sure there is a power outlet at each access point location.

•Configure the mesh manager first, and then the rest of the nodes.

•In order to insure the best signal possible, make sure the nodes are not being blocked by a

microwave or any metal or concrete objects.

Safety Guide for the Outdoor MeshAP 2100

•Make sure to read the installation instructions thoroughly before you install your unit(s).

•To avoid the risk of being electrocuted, do not work on the unit(s) during a lightning storm.

•Do not install any unit(s) near heat sources such as radiators or any other equipment that produce

heat.

•Do not place antennas near power circuits or power lines. Choose your location carefully and keep

in mind that power lines look similar to phone lines so always use caution.

Installation Tips for the Outdoor MeshAP 2100

•Before you install your outdoor unit(s), choose a location where buildings and trees will not block

the signal.

•Make sure to install your outdoor unit at a moderate height (approximately 40 feet), so it can

provide a clear signal to neighboring nodes.

•When installing the unit(s), allow at least 10 feet of separation between each unit.

•Do not mount units on metal objects, doing so will drastically reduce the signal strength.

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Chapter 1

Accessing the MeshAP Access Point (Login)

Important Default Settings of the MeshAP

User Name: admin

Password: admin

Wireless Network Name (SSID): mymesh

IP Address: 192.168.1.1

Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

Mesh Link Connection: station

Direct Ethernet Connection

Step 1. Make sure the MeshAP unit is Powered On and Ready. Once it is powered on, it

takes about 35 seconds for the MeshAP unit to completely get booted and be ready

for service and configuration.

Indoor Unit:

Make sure both the WLAN light (Green) and the Power light (Yellow) are

on.

Outdoor Unit:

Use the wireless WLAN utility application on the PC to scan for the SSID:

mymesh. Make sure the SSID: mymesh MeshAP unit has the correct Mac

address.

Step 2. Change the PC IP address to 192.168.1.XXX Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0

Step 3. Access the MeshAP via WAN Ethernet Port

•Make sure the Ethernet cable is properly connected to the MeshAP - WAN

Ethernet Port and the PC - Ethernet Port. (Connect via PoE Injector)

Note: Please review the Hardware installation Guide for more information.

Step 4. Open up a Web Browser and type 192.168.1.1 to access the MeshAP Access Point.

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Step 5. User Name: admin

Password: admin

Click "OK

Wireless LAN Access

Step 1. Make sure the MeshAP unit is Powered On and Ready. Once it is powered on, it

takes about 35 seconds for the MeshAP unit to completely get booted and be ready

for service and configuration.

Indoor Unit:

Make sure both the WLAN light (Green) and the Power light (Yellow) are

on.

Outdoor Unit:

Use wireless the WLAN utility application on the PC to scan for the SSID:

mymesh. Make sure the SSID: mymesh MeshAP unit has the correct Mac

address.

Step 2. Change the PC IP address to 192.168.1.XXX Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0

Step 3. Access the MeshAP via Wireless LAN

•Make sure the PC is connected to the SSID: mymesh (The default SSID

for MeshAP)

Note: Please review the Hardware installation Guide for more information.

Step 4. Open up a Web Browser and type 192.168.1.1 to access the MeshAP Access Point.

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Step 5. User Name: admin

Password: admin

Click "OK

Access a MeshAP unit via the Mesh Manager’s Topology Page

(See Chapter 5 - Managing the Topology on the Mesh Manager unit)

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Chapter 2

General MeshAP Infrastructure Information

Mesh Manager – The MeshAP unit configures as the Mesh Manager and has a direct-

wired link to the Internet Gateway/Router/Access Server. It is used as the

management unit and Internet Gateway for the MeshAP unit (Station) on

the mesh network. (Any MeshAP access point could be configured as a

Mesh Manger unit.)

Station – The MeshAP unit configures as the Station (Hop), and is the child unit of the

Mesh Manager unit. Station units expand the wireless signal coverage for the

mesh network. Stations could be added to the mesh network based on the

network signal quality needs.

Mesh Manager

Station

Internet Gateway

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Chapter 3

Mesh Manager Configuration

Setup Mesh Manager Unit

The Mesh Manager has a direct wired link to the existing network and Internet. The Mesh

Manager unit also manages all the Station units associated with the MeshAP.

ANY MeshAP unit could be setup as a Mesh Manager unit.

Step 1. Login to the MeshAP Access Point.

Step 2. Go to Setup page.

Step 3. Select “Mesh Manager” to assign a MeshAP unit to be a Mesh Manager unit on

the mesh network.

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Step 4. Replace the default IP address with an IP address of your choice that could be

reached from the existing network. You can also select an IP address provided by

your ISP as your MeshAP IP Address

Replace the default Subnet Mask with the one belonging to the above IP address.

Enter the Gateway IP of the above IP address or the IP address provided by your

ISP as Gateway IP address. (For Offsite Remote Management)

IMPORTANT: Make sure that the gateway address and the IP address of the unit are

under the same network. If not, the unit may not be able to log-on because the network is

not logically connected.

EXAMPLE: (The IP address and Gateway are under the same domain.)

Mesh IP Address: 192.168.0.120, and Gateway IP: 192.168.0.1

Mesh ID

The Mesh ID is designed for the Service Provider/Carrier/Operator to create a unique

identification for its mesh network. Only the MeshAP Access Points under the same Mesh

ID will be able to associate with each other on the mesh network.

Step 6. Replace the default Mesh ID with a preferred name. It is important to have all the

MeshAP stations set under the same Mesh ID.

Note: MeshAP Stations MUST have the same Mesh ID to be able to associate with each

other and to be managed by the Mesh Manager unit.

Step 7. Update Station Name. (Station Name is NOT required, it is recommended for easy

identification of each Station.)

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Step 8. Update Station Location. (Station Location is NOT required, it is recommended

for easy identification of each Station.)

Step 9. Click "Save Settings and Apply" to confirm changes.

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