Advantech IEEE 802.11a/n Wireless Access Point/ Client... User manual

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IEEE 802.11a/n Wireless Access
Point/ Client Bridge
User Manual

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2011 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 in any form or by any means
without the prior written permission of Advantech Co., Ltd. Information provided in this manual
is intended to be accurate and reliable. However, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no
responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements 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.

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Product Warranty (2 years)
Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.
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 defective, 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.

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one 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.
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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. To avoid the possibility of exceeding radio frequency exposure limits, you shall
beep a distance of at least 100cm between you and the antenna of the installed equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are
country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the
intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

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Technical Support and Assistance
Step 1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com/support where you can find
the latest information about the product.
Step 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
Safety Instructions
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User's 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 equipment 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 over voltage.
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:
a. The power cord or plug is damaged.
b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
d. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the user's
manual.
e. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
f. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
15. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE STORAGE
TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -40℃(-40℉) OR ABOVE 85℃(185℉). THIS
COULD DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE IN A
CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.

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Safety Precaution - Static Electricity
Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from damage.
1. 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.
2. Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The sudden rush of power as
you connect a jumper or install a card may damage sensitive electronic components.

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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction......................................................................................................................... 1
Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 1
Appearance ........................................................................................................................................ 1
Key Features ...................................................................................................................................... 2
Specification ....................................................................................................................................... 2
Typical Application.............................................................................................................................. 3
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation......................................................................................................... 5
Preparation before Installation............................................................................................................ 5
Professional Installation Required .................................................................................................. 5
Safety Precautions.......................................................................................................................... 5
Installation Precautions................................................................................................................... 6
Product Package............................................................................................................................. 6
Hardware Installation.......................................................................................................................... 8
Connect up...................................................................................................................................... 8
Using the External Antenna ...........................................................................................................11
Pole Mounting............................................................................................................................... 12
Chapter 3 Basic Settings................................................................................................................... 13
Factory Default Settings................................................................................................................... 13
System Requirements...................................................................................................................... 14
How to Login the Web-based Interface............................................................................................ 14
Basic System Settings...................................................................................................................... 16
Time Settings.................................................................................................................................... 19
RADIUS Settings.............................................................................................................................. 20
Firewall Settings ............................................................................................................................... 21
Basic Wireless Settings.................................................................................................................... 24
Site Survey ....................................................................................................................................... 27
VAP Profile Settings.......................................................................................................................... 27

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VLAN Tab.......................................................................................................................................... 30
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings........................................................................................................... 31
Advanced Wireless Settings............................................................................................................. 31
Wireless Security Settings................................................................................................................ 33
Data Encryption and Authentication Settings................................................................................ 33
Access Control.............................................................................................................................. 36
WDS Settings ................................................................................................................................... 37
Chapter 5 Management...................................................................................................................... 38
Remote Management....................................................................................................................... 38
SNMP Management......................................................................................................................... 38
Configure SNMPv3 User Profile................................................................................................... 40
Coovachilli Settings.......................................................................................................................... 41
Upgrade Firmware............................................................................................................................ 42
Backup/ Retrieve Settings................................................................................................................ 43
Restore Factory Default Settings ..................................................................................................... 44
Reboot.............................................................................................................................................. 44
Password.......................................................................................................................................... 45
Certificate Settings ........................................................................................................................... 46
Monitoring Tools ................................................................................................................................ 47
System Log....................................................................................................................................... 47
Site Survey ....................................................................................................................................... 47
Ping Watch Dog................................................................................................................................ 48
Date Rate Test.................................................................................................................................. 49
Antenna Alignment ........................................................................................................................... 49
Speed Test........................................................................................................................................ 50
Chapter 6 Status................................................................................................................................. 51
View Basic Information..................................................................................................................... 51
View Association List........................................................................................................................ 51

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View Network Flow Statistics............................................................................................................ 53
View ARP Table ................................................................................................................................ 53
View Bridge Table............................................................................................................................. 54
View Active DHCP Client Table ........................................................................................................ 54
View Network Activities..................................................................................................................... 55
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................... 56
Appendix A. ASCII.............................................................................................................................. 58
Appendix B. SSH Settings................................................................................................................. 59
Appendix C. GPL Declamation ......................................................................................................... 67
Appendix D. Country Channel List................................................................................................... 72

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Introduction
EKI-6331AN is a feature rich wireless AP/ CPE which provides a reliable 5GHz wireless connectivity
for industrial environments. The PoE injector enhances flexibility in deployment of this AP/ CPE even
where the DC power supply is hard to fulfill. As an 802.11n compliant device, EKI-6331AN provides 3
times higher data rates than legacy 802.11a devices. With 2X2 MIMO technology, EKI-6331AN
provides both robust wireless connectivity as well as high throughput rate in wireless transmission.
With the support of WMM and IGMP snooping protocols, EKI-6331AN effectively improves the
reliability of wireless connectivity, especially in applications that need high reliability and high
throughput data transmission. To secure wireless connections, EKI-6331AN implements the latest
encryption technologies including WPA2/WPA/802.1x for powerful security authentication.
Appearance
Figure 1 IEEE 802.11a/n Wireless Access Point/ Client Bridge

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Key Features
Compliant with IEEE802.11a/n
IP55 waterproof certification
MIMO 2 x 2 11n
Embedded 16dBi dual-polarity directional antenna with external R-SMA connector for optional
antenna
Passive PoE
WEP/WPA/WPA2/ IEEE 802.1 x authentication support
IGMP snooping protocol support
Specification
Standard Support
Wireless IEEE802.11a/n
Ethernet IEEE802.3u MDI / MDIX 10/100 Fast Ethernet
LAN IEEE802.11a/n wireless LAN interface
Passive PoE, max. distance: 50 meters
Certifications
US FCC Part 15 Class B & C
Europe ETSI 300 893, ETSI 301 489-1&17
EN 60950 compliant and CE Mark
Data Rates
802.11a 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps, auto-fallback
802.11n:
MCS0 - MCS15 (6.5 Mbps to 300 Mbps)
Physical Specifications
Power AC Adapter 100V~240V
Dimensions (L x W x H) 111 x 256 x 48 mm
Weight 600g
Wireless Interface Operation Modes
Access Point (AP)
Customer Premise Equipment (CPE)

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Bridge ( WDS)
AP repeater
Antenna
Default embedded 2T2R 16dBi dual-polarity directional antenna
Reverse SMA Connector x 2 for external antennas *Switchable by software
Modulation Techniques
802.11a OFDM
802.11n OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM)
Support Frequency
FCC : 5725-5850
CE: 5470-5725 MHz (DFS band)
Wireless Tx power and Rx Sensitivity
Transmitted Power
o802.11a: 24dBm @ 6Mbps, 21dBm @ 54Mbps
o802.11an HT20: 23dBm @ MCS0/8, 20dBm@ MCS7/15
o802.11an HT40: 20dBm @ MCS0/8, 19dBm@ MCS7/15
Receiver Sensitivity
802.11a Sensitivity -89dBm @ 6Mbps; -73dBm @ 54Mbps
 802.11n HT20 -89dBm @ MCS0; -71dBm @ MCS7; -65dBm @ MCS15
802.11n HT40 -85dBm @ MCS0; -67dBm @ MCS7; -61dBm @ MCS15
Typical Application
This section describes the typical applications of the IEEE 802.11a/n Wireless Access Point/ Client
Bridge. By default, it is set to AP mode which allows it to establish a wireless coverage; besides, it is
also able to join any available wireless network under wireless client mode. It is also able to deliver
stable and efficient broadband connectivity for various applications.

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Figure 2 Typical Application

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
This chapter describes safety precautions and product information you have to know and check before
installing EKI-6331AN.
Preparation before Installation
Professional Installation Required
Please have EKI-6331AN installed by 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. When installing EKI-6331AN in outdoor environment, please note the following things:
♦ Do not use a metal ladder;
♦ Try to avoid the installation on a wet or windy day;
♦ Wear shoes with rubber soles and heels, rubber gloves, long sleeved shirt or jacket.
3. 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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Installation Precautions
To have EKI-6331AN functioning well in outdoor environment, please read and follow these installation
precautions while you are installing.
1. Users MUST use a proper and well-installed grounding and surge arrestor with EKI-6331AN;
otherwise, lightening could easily cause fatal damage to the unit. EMD (Lightning) DAMAGE IS
NOT COVERED UNDER WARRNTY.
2. Users MUST use the “Power cord & POE Injector” shipped in the box with EKI-6331AN. Use of
other options may cause damage to the unit.
3. Users MUST power off EKI-6331AN 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 EKI-6331AN; otherwise, damage might be caused to the
device itself.
Product Package
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-6331AN ×1
Pole Mounting Ring ×2
Power Cord & POE Injector ×1
Start up manual ×1
User’s manual CD ×1

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Pole Mounting Ring
Power Cord & POE Injector
Start up manual & User’s manual CD
Users MUST use the “Power cord & POE Injector” shipped in the box with
EKI-6331AN. Use of other options will likely cause damage to the unit.
Warning:

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Hardware Installation
Connect up
1. The bottom of EKI-6331AN is a movable cover. Loosen the screw with a screwdriver. Grab
the cover and pull it back harder to take it out as the figure shown below.
Figure 3 Move the Cover
2. Plug a standard Ethernet cable into the RJ45 port labeled “LAN 1”. Do not plug the cable into
the RJ45 port labeled “LAN 2”.
Figure 4 Cable Connection

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The secondary Ethernet port (labeled LAN 2) is for EKI-6311GN or IP camera integration. To
use it you need to enable the secondary port in advance before connecting with the EKI-6311GN
or IP camera from EKI-6331AN Web Management as shown below.
3. Take out the power cord and POE injector from the gift box, and plug the power cord into the DC
port of the POE injector as the below picture shows.
Figure 5 Connect to POE Injector
4. Put what in the Step.2 and Step.3 together by plugging the other side of the Ethernet cable in
the Step.2 into the POE port of the POE injector in the Step.3. When you finish the Step.4, the
set will be like the following picture:

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Figure 6 Plug the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 jack of the injector
5. Press the black PWR button beside the LAN 1 Ethernet port.
6. Attach and fasten the removable cover to the bottom of the unit with the screw.

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7. Power on EKI-6331AN by plugging the power adapter to the power socket.
Using the External Antenna
EKI-6331AN provides two reverse SMA antenna connectors if you prefer to use the external antenna
for your application instead of the built-in directional antenna, please follow the steps below.
1. Remove the two plugs as circled below:
2. Connect your external antenna to the SMA-type connectors at the bottom of the EKI-6331AN.
Users MUST power off the EKI-6331AN
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 EKI-6331AN; otherwise,
damage might be caused to the unit itself.
Warning: