AirLive AirMax5X Series User manual

AirMax5X Series
5G High Throughput Outdoor
CPE with PoE Pass through
User’s Manual

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AirLive AirMax5X User’s Manual
Version 3.0
This guide is written for firmware version 3.0 or later.
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No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means, whether
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Corp.
OvisLink Corp. has made the best effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this
user’s guide. However, we are not liable for the inaccuracies or errors in this guide. Please
use with caution. All information is subject to change without notice
This product requires professional installation. Please do not attempt to install the
device without the necessary knowledge in regards to your country's wireless
regulations.
Functions and features in your product’s firmware might be different due to
regulations in your country.

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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.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority
to operate this equipment. (Example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting
to computer or peripheral devices).
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a
minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of
at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
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.
All Trademarks are properties of their respective holders.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................................................1
1.1 Overview..............................................................................................1
1.2 Special Notice ......................................................................................2
1.3 How to Use This Guide........................................................................2
1.4 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support ..................................................3
1.5 Features...............................................................................................4
1.6 Wireless Operation Modes...................................................................4
1.6.1 Access Point Mode ......................................................................................4
1.6.2 WDS station Mode.......................................................................................5
1.6.3 WDS AP Mode (WDS + AP) ........................................................................5
1.6.4 Client Infrastructure Mode ...........................................................................6
1.6.5 Wireless ISP Mode ......................................................................................6
1.6.6 AP Router Mode ..........................................................................................7
2. Installing the AirMax5X .............................................................................8
2.1 Before You Start...................................................................................8
2.2 Package Content .................................................................................9
2.3 Knowing your AirMax5X.....................................................................10
2.4 Hardware Installation .........................................................................11
2.4.1 Standard Pole Mount .................................................................................12
2.5 Restore Settings to Default................................................................13
3. Configuring the AirMax5X.......................................................................14
3.1 Important Information.........................................................................14
3.2 Prepare your PC ................................................................................14
3.3 Management Interface.......................................................................15
3.4 Introduction to Web Management......................................................16
3.4.1 Welcome Screen and Login.......................................................................16

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3.5 Initial Configurations ..........................................................................18
3.5.1 Choose the wireless Operation Modes ......................................................18
3.5.2 Change the Device’s IP Address ...............................................................19
3.5.3 Set the Time and Date ...............................................................................20
3.5.4 Change Password .....................................................................................21
4. Web Management: Operation Mode Settings........................................22
4.1 About AirMax5X’s Menu Structure .....................................................22
4.2 Operation Modes (Wireless and WAN Settings) ................................23
4.2.1 Access Point Mode setting.........................................................................24
4.2.2 Client infrastructure mode setting ..............................................................32
4.2.3 WDS Access Point Mode...........................................................................35
4.2.4 WDS Station Mode setting.........................................................................35
4.2.5 AP Router Mode Setting ............................................................................35
4.2.5.1 WAN Port Settings .........................................................................36
4.2.5.2 Dynamic DNS Settings...................................................................36
4.2.5.3 Remote Management Settings.......................................................37
4.2.5.4 DHCP Server .................................................................................37
4.2.5.5 DMZ ...............................................................................................38
4.2.5.6 Virtual Server Settings ...................................................................38
4.2.5.7 IP Filtering Settings ........................................................................39
4.2.5.8 MAC Filtering Settings ...................................................................39
4.2.5.9 Port Filtering Settings.....................................................................40
4.2.5.10 Bandwidth Control..........................................................................40
4.2.6 Wireless ISP Mode Setting ........................................................................41
4.2.6.1 Remote AP SSID and Site survey...........................................................41
5. Web Management: System Configuration and Status..........................43
5.1 System Configuration.........................................................................43
5.1.1 Device IP Settings .....................................................................................43
5.1.2 Time Settings.............................................................................................44
5.1.3 Password Settings.....................................................................................45
5.1.4 System Management.................................................................................45
5.1.5 Ping Watchdog ..........................................................................................46
5.1.6 Firmware Upgrade.....................................................................................46
5.1.7 Configuration Save and Restore................................................................47
5.1.8 Factory Default ..........................................................................................48

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5.2 Device Status.....................................................................................49
5.2.1 Device Information.....................................................................................49
5.2.2 Wireless Information..................................................................................50
5.2.3 Internet Information ...................................................................................50
5.2.4 Wireless Client Table .................................................................................51
5.2.5 System Log................................................................................................51
5.3 PoE Pass-through (Power up another Device) ..................................52
6. Antenna Alignment ..................................................................................53
6.1 About AirMax5X’s Antenna.................................................................53
6.1.1 Mounting Adjustment .................................................................................54
6.2 Preparation before Installation ...........................................................54
6.3 Antenna Alignment using Signal Survey ............................................54
6.4 Antenna Alignment using RSSI LED ..................................................56
7. Application Example: Infrastructure ......................................................58
7.1 Application Environment ....................................................................58
7.2 Central AP: Access Point Mode .........................................................59
7.2.1 AP Wireless Settings .................................................................................60
7.3 Client: Client Mode.............................................................................62
7.3.1 Device IP Address .....................................................................................63
7.3.2 Client Wireless Settings.............................................................................63
7.4 WDS AP Mode and WDS Station Mode.............................................65
8. Specifications...........................................................................................66
8.1 Features.............................................................................................66
8.1.1 General Feature ........................................................................................66
8.2 Specifications.....................................................................................66
9. Wireless Network Glossary.....................................................................69

1. Introduction
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1 1. Introduction
1.1 Overview
The AirMax5X is a 2T2R wireless outdoor multi-function device based on IEEE 802.11a/n
5-GHz radio technologies. When installed in upright position, it is rain and splash proof. It
features an integrated 14dBi patch antenna and passive POE to simplify the installation.
The built-in antenna can provide up to 20km of distance depending on conditions. The
firmware of the AP provides up to 6 operations modes to satisfy different application
environments.

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1.2 Special Notice
This product requires professional installation. Please do not attempt to install the device
without the necessary knowledge in regards to your country's wireless regulations.
Functions and features in your product’s firmware might be different due to regulations in
your country.
1.3 How to Use This Guide
AirMax5X is an advanced wireless CPE with many functions. It is recommended that you
read through the entire user’s guide whenever possible. The user guide is divided into
different chapters. You should read at least go through the first 3 chapters before
attempting to install the device.
Recommended Reading
Chapter 1
1.5 Operation Modes:
This section explains the usage of each wireless operation mode. It is a must
read.
Chapter 2:
This chapter is about hardware installation. You should read through the entire
chapter.
Chapter 3:
3.1 Important Information: This section has default settings information
such as IP, password, SSID, and recommended browser
3.3 Management Interface: This section introduces Web, Telnet, and
configurations.
3.4 Introduction to Web Management: This section tells you how to get into
the Web UI using HTTP. In addition, it also explains about the basic menu
structure.
3.5 Initial Configurations: This section guide you through the essential initial
configurations such as choosing operation mode, set device IP, password,
and change frequency domain.
Chapter 4 Web Management – Operation mode Settings:
This chapter explain the wireless functions and router mode settings in the
AirMax5X. If time permitted, you should read through the entire chapter.
4.2 Access Point Mode:

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This section is the page where Access Point mode is chosen. Therefore, it is
advised that you must read through the entire section.
4.3 Client Mode:
Here explains the WDS setting page.
4.4 WDS Access Point Mode
4.5 WDS Station Mode
4.6 AP Router Mode
4.7 Wireless ISP Mode
Chapter 5: Web Management 2: Configurations and Status
This chapter explains all the non-wireless settings and status such as IP settings,
Ping Watchdog.
5.1.5 PING Watchdog:
PING watchdog is a crucial function to keep your wireless connection alive.
When AirMax5X can’t get a response from remote devices, it will attempt to
re-establish the connection.
5.1.7 Configuration Save and Restore:
You should always backup your configurations so you can restore in the event
of system crash.
5.3 PoE Pass-through (Power up another device)
Chapter 7: Application Example: Infrastructure
In this chapter, you will learn how to use AP mode, Client Infrastructure Mode, and
Bridge Infrastructure mode in one application example. In addition, you will also
learn how to make multiple SSID and bandwidth control.
Chapter 9: Wireless Network Glossary
Explanations on wireless network technical terms from A to Z. Highly
recommended for referencing when you encounter an unfamiliar term.
1.4 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support
If you encounter a technical issue that cannot be resolved by information on this guide, we
recommend that you visit our comprehensive website support at www.airlive.com. The tech
support FAQ are frequently updated with latest information.
In addition, you might find new firmware that either increase software functions or provide
bug fixes for AirMax5X. You can reach our on-line support center at the following link:
http://www.airlive.com/support/support_2.jsp

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1.5 Features
2T2R 300Mbps
IEEE 802.11a/n
Runs from 5.18GHz to 5.7GHz for Europe domain
Runs from 5.745GHz to 5.825Ghz for FCC domain
2 x 10/100 Ethernet Port with one Passive PoE port
Built-in 14dBi Antenna
AP, Repeater, Bridge, Client, Router, WISP Modes
Passive 48V PoE Powered
PoE Power Pass-through
Reset button on the POE Injector
Support Wireless Access Control, Client Isolation
1.6 Wireless Operation Modes
The AirMax5X can perform as a multi-function wireless device. Through the AirLive web
interface, users can easily select which wireless mode they wish the AirMax5X to perform.
The AirMax5X can be configured to operate in the following wireless operation modes:
1.6.1 Access Point Mode
When operating in the Access Point mode, the AirMax5X becomes the center hub of the
wireless network. All wireless cards and clients connect and communicate through
AirMax5X. This type of network is known as “Infrastructure network”. Other AirMax5X or
802.11a/n CPE can connect to AP mode through “Client Infrastructure Mode”.

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1.6.2 WDS station Mode
In WDS station mode, the AirMax5X functions similar as client mode In this mode, the
remote client must have WDS (Wireless Distribution System) capability. If you require the
PC’s or client’s MAC addresses to be preserved when the data pass through the Access
Point, it is necessary to use the WDS AP mode for remote side AirMax5X and another
AirMax5X running for WDS station
1.6.3 WDS AP Mode (WDS + AP)
In WDS Access Point mode, the AirMax5X functions similar as Access Point. In this mode,
the remote client must have WDS (Wireless Distribution System) capability. If you require
the PC’s or client’s MAC addresses to be preserved when the data pass through the
Access Point, it is necessary to use the WDS AP mode for remote side AirMax5X and
another AirMax5X running for WDS station in Client side.

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1.6.4 Client Infrastructure Mode
This mode is also known as “Client” mode. In Client Infrastructure mode, the AirMax5X acts
as if it is a wireless adapter to connect with a remote Access Point. Users can attach a
computer or a router to the LAN port of AirMax5X to get network access. This mode is often
used by WISP on the subscriber’s side.
1.6.5 Wireless ISP Mode
In Wireless ISP Mode, AirMax5X connects to the remote Access Point as in Client
Infrastructure Mode. On the LAN side, it acts like a wired router for IP sharing function. This
mode is best used for IP sharing application for WISP subscribers. In this mode, the WAN
is the wireless client side; the LAN is the wired side.

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1.6.6 AP Router Mode
In AP Router Mode, the AirMax5X behaves like a wireless router. The non-PoE port of the
AirMax5X will become WAN port. Both the wireless and the passive PoE port of AirMax5X
becomes the LAN side. User can manage the AirMax5X through the wireless or passive
PoE port. And if the remote management is opened, user can also get to manage AirMax5X
via the WAN side.

2. Installing the AirMax5X
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2 2. Installing the AirMax5X
This section describes the hardware features and the hardware installation procedure for
the AirMax5X. For software configuration, please go to chapter 3 for more details.
2.1 Before You Start
It is important to read through this section before you install the AirMax5X
The AirMax5X comes with everything you need to start installation with exception
of the PoE Ethernet Cable. You can use a good quality CAT-5E outdoor graded
Ethernet cable (shielded with anti-UV) according to the length you need.
The AirMax5X must be installed in the upright position if the unit is located in
outdoor or wet environments.
The use of 5GHz spectrum, the allowed channels can be very in different country.
Please consult with your country’s telecom regulation first.
The integrated antenna has forward coverage angle of 20 degree in vertical and
30 degree in horizontal direction.
The AirMax5X is a 5GHz CPE device only; it cannot operate in 2.4GHz.

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2.2 Package Content
The AirMax5X package contains the following items:
One AirMax5X main unit
One 48V 1A DC power adapter
Passive PoE DC Injector
1 x Plastic Straps
User’s Guide CD
Quick Start Guide
The PoE Ethernet cable is not included in the package. You may choose an outdoor
specification Ethernet cable according to the length you need.

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2.3 Knowing your AirMax5X
Below are descriptions and diagrams of the product:
LED Behavior
LED Indicator State Description
ON The AirMax5X is powered ON.
1. PWR LED
Off The AirMax5X is powered Off.
ON Portlinked.
Off No link.
2. Secondary
Port LED Data is transmitting or receiving on the LAN
interface.
Flashing
ON Port linked.
Off No link.
3. Main Port
LED Data is transmitting or receiving on the LAN
interface.
Flashing

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2.4 Hardware Installation
Please prepare a screw driver and an outdoor graded PoE Ethernet cable with adequate
length according to your need.
1. Push the button in the side to remove
upper housing.
2. Pass through Ethernet cable from the
hole; insert the cable to Secondary port.

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3. Install the upper housing and make
sure the housing is well installed.
4. Install POE Injector
2.4.1 Standard Pole Mount
Your AirMax5X comes standard with 1 plastic straps for pole mounting. Please follow the
procedure below to install:
1. Put the plastic strap through the holes
on the Pole Mount holders.

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2. Thread the thinner end of the strap into
the opening on the other end. Then
tighten the strap around the pole as
tightly as possible.
2.5 Restore Settings to Default
If you have forgotten your AirMax5X’s IP address or password, you can restore your
AirMax5X to the default settings by pressing on the “reset button” for more than 5 seconds.
The reset button is located on the PoE Kit. Please see diagram below for details.

3. Configuring the AirMax5X
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In this chapter, we will explain AirMax5X’s available management interfaces and how to get
into them. Then, we will provide the introduction on Web Management and recommended
initial settings. For detail explanations on Web Management functions, please go to
Chapter 4 and 5.
3.1 Important Information
The following information will help you to get start quickly. However, we recommend you to
read through the entire manual before you start. Please note the password and SSID are
case sensitive.
The default IP address is: 192.168.1.1 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
The default user’s name is: admin
The default password is: airlive
The default wireless mode is : Access Point mode
After power on, please wait for 2 minutes for AirMax5X to finish boot up
Please remember to click on “Apply” for new settings to take effect
3.2 Prepare your PC
The AirMax5X can be managed remotely by a PC through either the wired or wireless
network. The default IP address of the AirMax5X is 192.168.1.1 with a subnet mask of
255.255.255.0. This means the IP address of the PC should be in the range of 192.168.1.2
to 192.168.1.254.
To prepare your PC for management with the AirMax5X, please do the following:
1. Connect your PC directly to the LAN port on the DC Injector of AirMax5X
2. Set your PC’s IP address manually to 192.168.1.100 (or other address in the same
subnet)
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