Advantech EKI-6310GN User manual

User Manual
EKI-6310GN
2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n Outdoor AP/
CPE

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2014
by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right
to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without
notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted
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Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. How-
ever, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringe-
ments of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
Acknowledgements
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All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
Product Warranty (5 years)
Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for five years from the date of pur-
chase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been
subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no
liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.
Because of Advantech’s high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of
our customers never need to use our repair service. If an Advantech product is defec-
tive, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-
of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials,
service time and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU
speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note
anything abnormal and list any onscreen messages you get when the problem
occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,
and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandize
authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return
more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement
Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt)
in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date
is not eligible for warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid
to your dealer.
Part No. 2063634000 Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan May 2014

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Declaration of Conformity
FCC Class A
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Opera-
tion of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC Class B
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B dig-
ital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro-
vide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-
ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Technical Support and Assistance
1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com/support where you can find
the latest information about the product.
2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service
center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the
following information ready before you call:
–Product name and serial number
–Description of your peripheral attachments
–Description of your software (operating system, version, application software,
etc.)
–A complete description of the problem
–The exact wording of any error messages
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Document Feedback
To assist us in making improvements to this manual, we would welcome comments
and constructive criticism. Please send all such - in writing to: support@advan-
tech.com
Warning! Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause personal
injury!
Caution! Cautions are included to help you avoid damaging hardware or losing
data. e.g.
There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the man-
ufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
Note! Notes provide optional additional information.

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Safety Instructions
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User Manual for later reference.
3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp
cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equip-
ment and must be easily accessible.
5. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting
it fall may cause damage.
7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment
from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
8. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the
equipment to the power outlet.
9. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source
to avoid damage by transient overvoltage.
12. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.
13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be
opened only by qualified service personnel.
14. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the
user's manual.
The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
15. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE
STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -40° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 85° C
(185° F). THIS COULD DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT
SHOULD BE IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.
16. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY
REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE
RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER, DISCARD USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982 is
no more than 70 dB (A).
DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advantech
disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.

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Safety Precaution - Static Electricity
Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from
damage.
To avoid electrical shock, always disconnect the power from your PC chassis
before you work on it. Don't touch any components on the CPU card or other
cards while the PC is on.
Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The sudden rush
of power as you connect a jumper or install a card may damage sensitive elec-
tronic components.
Professional Installation Required
Please seek assistance from a professional installer who is well trained in the RF
installation and knowledgeable in the local regulations. Precautions
1. To keep you safe and install the hardware properly, please read and follow these
safety precautions.
2. If you are installing EKI-6310GN for the first time, for your safety as well as oth-
ers', please seek assistance from a professional installer who has received
safety training on the hazards involved.
3. Keep safety as well as performance in mind when selecting your installation
site, especially where there are electric power and phone lines.
4. When installing EKI-6310GN, please note the following things:
–Do not use a metal ladder;
–Do not work on a wet or windy day;
–Wear shoes with rubber soles and heels, rubber gloves, long sleeved shirt or
jacket.
5. When the system is operational, avoid standing directly in front of it. strong RF
fields are present when the transmitter is on.

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Contents
Chapter 1 Overview...............................................1
1.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................2
1.2 Features....................................................................................................2
1.3 Specification..............................................................................................2
1.4 Packing List...............................................................................................3
Chapter 2 Installation............................................5
2.1 Preparation before Installation ..................................................................6
2.2 Installation Precautions.............................................................................6
2.3 Hardware Installation ................................................................................7
2.4 Pole Mounting...........................................................................................7
Chapter 3 Basic Settings......................................9
3.1 Factory Default Settings..........................................................................10
Table 3.1: EKI-6310GN Factory Default Settings......................10
3.2 System Requirements.............................................................................11
3.3 How to Login the Web-based Interface...................................................11
Figure 3.1 Login Page ...............................................................11
Figure 3.2 Main Page ................................................................11
3.4 Basic Setting Scenario............................................................................12
Figure 3.3 Operation mode........................................................12
Figure 3.4 Network Settings ......................................................13
Figure 3.5 WAN Settings...........................................................13
Figure 3.6 LAN Setting ..............................................................13
Figure 3.7 Basic Wireless Access Point Settings......................14
Figure 3.8 Basic Wireless Client Settings..................................15
Chapter 4 Network Settings ...............................17
4.1 Router .....................................................................................................18
4.1.1 WAN............................................................................................18
Figure 4.1 WAN Settings...........................................................18
Figure 4.2 Static Fixed IP Settings ............................................19
Figure 4.3 Cable/Dynamic IP Settings.......................................19
Figure 4.4 PPPoE Settings........................................................20
Figure 4.5 PPTP Settings..........................................................21
Figure 4.6 L2TP Settings...........................................................22
4.1.2 LAN.............................................................................................23
Figure 4.7 LAN Settings in router ..............................................23
4.1.3 IPV6............................................................................................24
Figure 4.8 IPv6 Settings ............................................................24
Figure 4.9 Static Fixed IPv6 Settings.........................................24
Figure 4.10SLAAC Settings........................................................25
Figure 4.11DHCPv6 Settings......................................................26
Figure 4.126to4 Tunnel Settings.................................................27
Figure 4.136in4 Tunnel Settings.................................................28
Figure 4.14IPv6 PPPoE Settings................................................29
Figure 4.15IPv6 Pass Through Settings.....................................30
4.1.4 Advanced Routing.......................................................................30
Figure 4.16Advanced Routing....................................................30

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4.1.5 DHCP STATIC LEASED (STATIC DHCP)................................. 31
Figure 4.17Static DHCP ............................................................. 31
4.2 Bridge...................................................................................................... 31
4.2.1 LAN............................................................................................. 31
Figure 4.18LAN Settings in router.............................................. 31
Chapter 5 Wireless Access Point Settings ......33
5.1 Access Point........................................................................................... 34
5.1.1 Basic Wireless Settings.............................................................. 34
Figure 5.1 Basic Wireless Settings in AP mode ........................ 34
5.1.2 SSID Security Settings ............................................................... 35
Figure 5.2 Security settings....................................................... 35
Figure 5.3 WEP Encryption ....................................................... 35
Figure 5.4 WPA Encryption ....................................................... 36
Figure 5.5 WPA-PSK Encryption............................................... 37
Figure 5.6 WPA2 Encryption..................................................... 37
Figure 5.7 WPA2-PSK Encryption............................................. 38
Figure 5.8 WPA-AUTO Encryption............................................ 38
Figure 5.9 WPA-PSK-AUTO Encryption.................................... 39
Figure 5.10802.1x Encryption..................................................... 39
Figure 5.11WPS Setting............................................................. 40
5.2 WDS Access Point.................................................................................. 40
5.2.1 Basic Wireless Settings.............................................................. 41
Figure 5.12Basic Wireless Settings in WDS AP mode............... 41
5.2.2 SSID SECURITY SETTINGS..................................................... 42
Figure 5.13Security settings....................................................... 42
Figure 5.14WEP Encryption....................................................... 42
Figure 5.15WPA Encryption....................................................... 43
Figure 5.16WPA-PSK Encryption............................................... 44
Figure 5.17WPA2 Encryption..................................................... 44
Figure 5.18WPA2-PSK Encryption............................................. 45
Figure 5.19WPA-AUTO Encryption............................................ 45
Figure 5.20WPA-PSK-AUTO Encryption.................................... 46
Figure 5.21Figure 45 802.1x Encryption .................................... 46
Figure 5.22WPS Setting............................................................. 47
5.3 WDS Repeater........................................................................................ 47
5.3.1 BASIC WIRELESS SETTINGS .................................................. 48
Figure 5.23Basic Wireless Settings in WDS Repeater mode..... 48
5.3.2 SSID I / SSID II SECURITY SETTINGS..................................... 49
Figure 5.24Security settings....................................................... 49
Chapter 6 Wireless Client Settings...................51
6.1 Client / WDS Client ................................................................................. 52
Figure 6.1 Client Profile settings................................................ 52
Figure 6.2 AP Selection in Site Survey...................................... 53
Figure 6.3 Profile Setup............................................................. 53
Figure 6.4 ACK Timeout Setting................................................ 54
Chapter 7 Advanced Settings............................ 55
7.1 Management........................................................................................... 56
Figure 7.1 Management Setting................................................ 56
Figure 7.2 Web Interface Setting............................................... 56
Figure 7.3 Firmware Upgrade Setting ....................................... 57
Figure 7.4 Configuration Setting................................................ 57
Figure 7.5 Load Factory Defaults Setting.................................. 57

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Figure 7.6 Reboot Setting..........................................................58
Figure 7.7 Scheduling Reset Setting.........................................58
7.2 Advanced Setting....................................................................................58
Figure 7.8 Advanced Setting .....................................................58
Figure 7.9 System Time Setting ................................................59
Figure 7.10DDNS Setting...........................................................59
Figure 7.11SNMP Setting...........................................................60
Figure 7.12Telnet/SSH Setting...................................................60
7.3 System Log .............................................................................................61
Figure 7.13System Log...............................................................61
7.4 Tools .......................................................................................................61
Figure 7.14Ping Tool ..................................................................62
Figure 7.15Trace Route tool.......................................................62
Figure 7.16Throughput tool ........................................................63
Chapter 8 Application Rules And Firewall........65
Figure 8.1 Rules & Firewall........................................................66
8.1 MAC/Port/IP Filtering ..............................................................................66
Figure 8.2 MAC/IP/Port Filter.....................................................66
8.2 Virtual Server ..........................................................................................67
Figure 8.3 Virtual Server............................................................67
8.3 DMZ ........................................................................................................68
Figure 8.4 DMZ..........................................................................68
8.4 Firewall....................................................................................................68
Figure 8.5 Firewall.....................................................................68
8.5 Content Filter...........................................................................................69
Figure 8.6 URL filter...................................................................69
Figure 8.7 Host filter ..................................................................70
Appendix A Application Wizard ............................71
A.1 Hotspot....................................................................................................72
Figure A.1 WiFi Hotspot.............................................................72
A.2 Intranet Coverage ...................................................................................74
Figure A.2 Intranet coverage......................................................74
A.3 Repeater .................................................................................................78
Figure A.3 Repeater usage........................................................78
A.4 Long Distance Point-to-point...................................................................83
Figure A.4 Long distance Transition ..........................................83
A.5 Fast Roaming..........................................................................................88
Figure A.5 AGV - Fast Roaming ................................................88

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Chapter 1
1Overview

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1.1 Introduction
EKI-6310GN is a feature rich wireless AP/ CPE which provides a reliable wireless
connectivity for industrial environments. The PoE helps to connect to PoE switch
directly. As an 802.11n compliant device, EKI-6310GN provides 3 times higher data
rates than legacy 802.11g devices. EKI-6310GN effectively improves the reliability of
wireless connectivity, especially in applications that need high reliability and high
throughput data transmission. To secure wireless connections, EKI-6310GN encrypts
data through 64/128/152-bit WEP data encryption and also supports WPA2/WPA/
802.1x for powerful security authentication.
1.2 Features
Compliant with IEEE 802.11b/g and IEEE 802.11n
Support Standard Power-over-Ethernet (PoE)
IP66 waterproof certification
Four operating modes including AP, Wireless Client, WDS and WDS AP
Repeater
Support 64/128/152-bit WEP and 802.1X, WPA, WPA2, WPA&WPA2,WPA-
PSK, WPA2-PSK, and WPA-PSK&WPA2-PSK etc
User-friendly Web and SNMP-based management interface
With external N-type connector for optional antenna (default 5 dBi Omni
antenna)
Support distances up to 5Km
1.3 Specification
Standard Support
Wireless: IEEE802.11b/g/n
Ethernet: IEEE802.3u MDI / MDIX 10/100 Fast Ethernet
LAN: IEEE802.11b/g/n wireless LAN interface
Data Rates
–802.11b 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps, auto-fallback
–802.11g 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps, auto-fallback
–802.11n 6M, 6.5M, 13M, 13.5M, 19.5M, 26M, 27M, 39M,40.5M, 53M, 54M,
58.5M, 65M, 78M, 81M, 104M,108M, 117M, 121.5M, 130M, 135M, 150Mbps
Physical Specifications
Power: 802.3af PoE
Dimensions (L x W x H): 228 x 64 x 61 mm
Weight: 500g
Antenna:
Antenna Configuration 1x1 ( 1 Tx, 1 Rx)
Reserve N-type Connector (Plug) with 5dBi dipole antenna for indoor AP appli-
cation.

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Chapter 1 Overview
Modulation Techniques
802.11b DSSS (DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK)
802.11g OFDM, DSSS (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM)
802.11n OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM)
Channel Support
802.11b/g/n HT20
FCC: CH1 ~ CH11; ETSI: CH1 ~ CH13
802.11gn HT40
FCC: CH3 ~ CH9; ETSI: CH3 ~ CH11
Wireless Transmission Rates
Transmitted Power
802.11b: 26dBm
802.11g: 26dBm @ 6Mbps, 24dBm @ 54Mbps
802.11gn HT20: 26dBm @ MCS0, 22dBm@ MCS7
802.11gn HT40: 26dBm @ MCS0, 21dBm@ MCS7
Receiver Sensitivity
802.11b: -93dBm @ 1Mbps; -88dBm @ 11Mbps
802.11g: -89dBm @ 6Mbps; -73dBm @ 54Mbps
802.11n HT20: -88dBm @ MCS0; -70dBm @ MCS7
802.11n HT40: -84dBm @ MCS0; -67dBm @ MCS7
1.4 Packing List
The product package you have received should contain the following items. If any of
them are not included or damaged, please contact your local vendor for support.
EKI-6310GN ×1
Pole Mounting Ring ×1
PoE Adapter ×1
Start up manual ×1
User's manual CD ×1
RSMA Omni antenna ×1

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Chapter 2
2Installation

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This chapter describes safety precautions and product information you have to know
and check before installing EKI-6310GN.
2.1 Preparation before Installation
Professional Installation Required
Please seek assistance from a professional installer who is well trained in the RF
installation and knowledgeable in the local regulations.
Safety Precautions
1. To keep you safe and install the hardware properly, please read and follow these
safety precautions.
2. 2. If you are installing EKI-6310GN for the first time, for your safety as well as
others’, please seek assistance from a professional installer who has received
safety training on the hazards involved.
3. Keep safety as well as performance in mind when selecting your installation
site, especially where there are electric power and phone lines.
4. When installing EKI-6310GN, please note the following things:
Do not use a metal ladder;
Do not work on a wet or windy day;
Wear shoes with rubber soles and heels, rubber gloves, long sleeved shirt or
jacket.
5. When the system is operational, avoid standing directly in front of it. Strong RF
fields are present when the transmitter is on.
2.2 Installation Precautions
To keep the EKI-6310GN well while you are installing it, please read and follow these
installation precautions.
1. Users MUST use a proper and well-installed surge arrestor with the EKI-
6310GN; otherwise, a random lightening could easily cause fatal damage to
EKI-6310GN.
EMD (Lightning) DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRNTY.
2. Users MUST use the “Power cord & PoE Injector” shipped in the box with the
EKI-6310GN. Use of other options will cause damage to the EKI-6310GN.
3. Users MUST power off the EKI-6310GN first before connecting the external
antenna to it. Do not switch from built-in antenna to the external antenna from
WEB management without physically attaching the external antenna onto the
EKI-6310GN; otherwise, damage might be caused to the EKI-6310GN itself.

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Chapter 2 Installation
2.3 Hardware Installation
Connect up
1. The bottom of the EKI-6310GN is a movable cover. Grab the cover and pull it
back harder to take it out as the figure shown below.
2. Plug a standard Ethernet cable into the RJ45 port.
3. Slide the cover back to seal the bottom of the EKI-6310GN.
2.4 Pole Mounting
Connect up
1. Turn the EKI-6310GN over. Put the pole mounting ring through the middle hole
of it. Note that you should unlock the pole mounting ring with a screw driver
before putting it through EKI-6310GN as the following right picture shows.
2. Mount EKI-6310GN steadily to the pole by locking the pole mounting ring tightly.
3. Now you have completed the hardware installation of EKI-6310GN.
Using the External Antenna
Grab the black rubber on the top of EKI-6310GN, and slightly pull it up. The
metal N-type connector will appear.
Connect your antenna on the top of EKI-6310GN. The following picture shows
the full set of EKI-6310GN:

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Chapter 3
3Basic Settings

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3.1 Factory Default Settings
We’ll elaborate the EKI-6310GN factory default settings. You can re-acquire these
parameters by default. If necessary, please refer to the “Restore Factory Default Set-
tings”.
Table 3.1: EKI-6310GN Factory Default Settings
Features Factory Default Settings
Username admin
Password admin
Operation Mode AP Bridge
LAN IP Adress 192.168.2.1
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway
Primary DNS
Secondary DNS
MTU 1500
Spanning Tree Disable
WLAN DHCP Server Disable
Country Code United States
Wireless mode Access Point
Network Name (SSID) EKI-6310GN
Frequency (Channel) Channel 6
Network Mode WiFi 11gn HT20
Encryption Setting Disable (Open)
Distance 0.6mi
BG Protection Mode Disable
Access Control Disable
Advanced Package Aggregate Enable
WMM Enable
TX Power 23 dBm
Beacon Interval 100 ms
DTIM 1
RTS/CTS Disable
Fragmentation Threshold Disable
Station Control 127
Wireless Isolation Disable
Threshold LED1 -94
LED2 -80
LED3 -73
LED4 -65
SNMP Enable/Disable Disable
Read Community Name Public
Write Community Name Private
IP Address 0.0.0.0
Telnet /
SSH Telnet Enable
SSH Disable
Username root
Password Advantech