bintec elmeg RS123 User manual

RS123 Router
Installation Manual
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Table of Contents
I RelatedDocuments................................. 1
Chapter1 AboutThisGuide.................................. 2
1.1 SupportedDevices................................... 2
1.2 Who should read this manual? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 When should this manual be read? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.4 Whatisinthismanual?................................. 2
1.5 Whatisnotinthismanual? ............................... 2
1.6 How is the information organized? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.7 TechnicalSupport ................................... 2
Chapter2 RS123Devices................................... 4
2.1 Description ...................................... 4
2.2 Characteristics..................................... 4
2.2.1 PowerSupply..................................... 4
2.2.2 HardwareMonitoring.................................. 5
Chapter 3 Components and Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.1 Components...................................... 6
3.1.1 FrontPanel...................................... 6
3.1.2 RearPanel ...................................... 8
3.1.3 SidePanels...................................... 9
3.1.4 UndersidePanel.................................... 9
3.2 Installation...................................... 10
3.2.1 Installationinarack.................................. 10
3.2.2 Standalone ..................................... 10
3.2.3 Wallmounting.................................... 10
3.2.4 KensingtonLock................................... 10
3.3 Plug-inModules................................... 11
3.3.1 Installation...................................... 11
3.3.2 Uninstall....................................... 11
3.4 PowerSource.................................... 11
3.4.1 Connecting to the power source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.4.2 Connecting ..................................... 12
3.4.3 Disconnecting.................................... 12
3.5 RESETButton.................................... 12
3.5.1 Rebootingthedevice................................. 12
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3.5.2 DefaultConfiguration................................. 12
3.6 Connectingthedata.................................. 12
3.6.1 4-portEthernetSwitch................................. 13
3.6.2 WANConnection................................... 13
3.6.3 WWAN Antenna Connection (3G/4G connector) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.6.4 Wireless LAN Antenna Connection (WLAN connectors) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.6.5 Connecting a 3G USB device (USB connector) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.6.6 Connecting for Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.7 InstallingtheSIMcard................................. 16
3.7.1 Procedure to install the internal SIM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Chapter4 Compliance.................................... 18
4.1 ManufacturerInformation............................... 18
4.2 SafetyWarnings................................... 18
4.3 WEEEInformation.................................. 20
4.4 REACH....................................... 21
4.5 EC Declaration of Conformity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.6 CEMarking..................................... 22
4.7 NationalRestrictions................................. 22
4.8 OperatingFrequency................................. 22
Appendix A Technical Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
A.1 Troubleshooting................................... 23
A.2 Updatingthesoftware................................. 23
A.3 Connectingtothedevice ............................... 23
A.3.1 Connecting using the local console (Aux connector) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
A.4 Licenses....................................... 24
A.5 Connectors ..................................... 24
A.5.1 LANConnector.................................... 24
A.5.2 WANConnector................................... 25
A.5.3 WWAN Connector (female) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
A.5.4 WLANConnector(male)................................ 25
A.5.5 USBConnector.................................... 25
A.5.6 ConfigurationConnector................................ 26
A.5.7 PowerSupplyConnector ............................... 26
A.6 TechnicalSpecifications ............................... 26
A.6.1 HardwareArchitecture................................. 26
A.6.2 LANInterface .................................... 26
A.6.3 WANInterface(RJ45)................................. 26
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A.6.4 WANInterface(SFP)................................. 27
A.6.5 WirelessWANInterface................................ 27
A.6.6 WirelessLANInterface................................ 28
A.6.7 USBInterface.................................... 29
A.6.8 ConfigurationInterface ................................ 29
A.6.9 PowerSupply.................................... 29
A.6.10 Dimensionsandweight................................ 29
A.6.11 Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
AppendixB RadioInformation................................. 30
B.1 Radio WWAN Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
B.2 RadioWIFISpecifications............................... 30
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Chapter 1 About This Guide
This installation guide for the RS123 router family contains information on how to correctly install the device in a
working environment.
1.1 Supported Devices
The information provided in this installation guide only applies to the RS123 router family: RS123 Devices.
1.2 Who should read this manual?
This manual should be read by the support personnel who need to configure, maintain and monitor the device.
1.3 When should this manual be read?
Read this guide as soon as you are ready to familiarize yourself with the device and its components.
This manual will help you understand your new device in greater depth.
1.4 What is in this manual?
This installation guide contains the following information:
• A description of the available features in the RS123 routers.
• Technical specifications.
• Power supply requirements.
• Elements that can be connected when the router is operating.
• How to install and uninstall the modules and power sources.
• A description of the device LEDs and connectors.
• Troubleshooting.
1.5 What is not in this manual?
This manual does not contain information relative to the device software or its configuration. To gather information on
how to configure this device, please see the relevant protocol manuals to be found in the bintec website: ht-
tp://www.bintec-elmeg.com
1.6 How is the information organized?
Each chapter focuses on a specific part of the hardware and its components. All descriptive and technical specifica-
tions on a component can be found in the relevant chapter.
1.7 Technical Support
bintec elmeg offers technical support. Device software can be upgraded on a regular basis for maintenance pur-
poses and for new features.
Contact information:
Web: http://www.bintec-elmeg.com
Tel. Nº: +49 - 911 - 9673 0
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Fax: +49 - 911 - 688 0725
Email: [e-mail]
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Chapter 2 RS123 Devices
2.1 Description
The RS123 Router is a powerful Gigabit Ethernet router predominately used in SMEs and to provide connectivity to
branch locations and home offices.
The RS123 delivers advanced security, flexibility, and exceptional performance across a wide range of applications.
The RS123 Router is equipped with five Gigabit Ethernet ports that can be independently configured for use in a
LAN, WAN, or DMZ. The RS123 also comes with an SFP slot for optical fibre expansion modules, e.g. for connecting
to an optical fibre broadband connection, enabled by license.
The RS123w and RS123w-4G Devices have a dual-band wireless module which operates at 2.4 and 5 GHz. This
module supports 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless standards. The MIMO 2x2 technology allows for maximum raw data rates of
up to 300 Mbps. Furthermore, RS123w-4G Devices incorporate an integrated LTE(4G) module that supports LTE at
speeds of up to 100 Mbps for downloads and up to 50 Mbps for uploads, in addition to GPRS (EDGE), UMTS (3G+)
and HSPA+.
It also includes a 19-inch rackmount conversion bracket enabling installation in 19-inch server racks. Rack mounting
is further simplified by the device's height, equivalent to one rack unit, and the integrated power supply.
The following figure shows a RS123 typical scenario.
Fig. 1: Scenario
2.2 Characteristics
2.2.1 Power Supply
For further information on the different RS123 power supplies, please see Components and Power Supply on page 6
, under section Connecting to the power source on page 11.
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2.2.2 Hardware Monitoring
The LEDs on the front panel are used to monitor the hardware in the RS123 router. These LEDs provide visual in-
formation on the state of the device and reference the condition of the hardware components, indicating whether-
there is connectivity, data flow, etc.
For further information on the LEDs panel, please see Components on page 6.
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Chapter 3 Components and Power Supply
The following chapter provides detailed information on the chassis of the RS123 router family and its components.
This information includes:
• Components.
• Information on assembly.
• Installing and uninstalling modules.
• Power supply.
• RST button.
• Data connection.
• SIM card installation.
3.1 Components
3.1.1 Front Panel
The following figure shows the front panel:
Fig. 2: Frontal Panel
The front panel elements are as follows:
FRONT PANEL ELEMENTS TABLE
Item Description
1 LEDs panel.
2 ETH1 to ETH4. 4-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch.
3 ETH5. WAN Gigabit Ethernet. RJ45 connector.
4 ETH5. WAN Gigabit Ethernet. SFP connector.
5USB. Slot where you can insert a 3G USB modem.
6Console. USB connector providing access to the device's local console for config-
uration and monitoring purposes.
7FUNCTION. WPS (Wireless Protected Setup) button. This allows for easy and se-
cure configuration of the WiFi network parameters.
8RESET. Reset button. For further information on how the reset button works,
please see RESET Button on page 12.
The LEDs panel provides information on the status of the components (if they are active or not) and on the network
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Fig. 3: LEDs panel
LEDs table
LED Color Description
POWER Green Off -> Power supply is not connected
On -> Power supply is connected.
STATUS Green Off -> System off.
On -> Software is running.
Blinking -> Default configuration.
SFP Green Off -> not used
On -> SFP is connected.
WLAN Green WLAN status LED. Only RS123w and RS123w-4G Devices
This LED provides status information about WLAN interface as fol-
lows:
Off -> interface down.
On-> interface up.
Blinking -> activity/maintenance.
USB Green USB status LED. When an external dongle is used, this LED
provides status information as follows:
Off -> Device int not detected or available.
On-> Connected.
Blinking -> connection data activity.
LTE Green LTE status LED. Only RS123w-4G Devices
When an external dongle is used, this LED provides status informa-
tion as follows:
Off -> interface down.
On-> interface up and connection established.
Blinking -> connection data activity.
In addition to the LEDs described in the above table, the front panel also has LEDs linked to the Switch Gigabit Eth-
ernet interfaces and WAN Gigabit Ethernet interface.
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Fig. 4: ETH LEDs
Switch and WAN LED indicator table
LED Description
Yellow OFF -> Interface is either unavailable, not installed or not registered.
ON -> Connected to 10 M:
- Steady: Not transferring data.
- Blinking: Transferring data.
Yellow + Green OFF -> Interface is either unavailable, not installed or not registered
ON -> Connected to 100 M:
- Steady: Not transferring data.
- Blinking: Transferring data.
Green OFF -> Interface is either unavailable, not installed or not registered
ON -> Connected to 1000 M:
- Steady: Not transferring data.
- Blinking: Transferring data.
3.1.2 Rear Panel
The following figure shows the rear panel. Here you will find the majority of the RS123 router family connectors.
Fig. 5: Rear panel
The following table provides information on each connector, as well as a description:
Rear panel elements
Item Description
9 ON/OFF switch
10 Power cable connection.
11 WLAN ANT1and ANT2 antenna connectors. Only RS123w and RS123w-4G
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3.1.3 Side Panels
On RS123w and RS123w-4G Devices, two 3G/4G antenna connectors are located on the side panels, one on each
side:
Fig. 6: Side panels
The connectors are as follows:
Side panels connectors
Item Description
12 WWAN 3G/4G MAIN and AUX antenna connectors. Only RS123w-4G Devices
3.1.4 Underside Panel
The following elements can be found on the underside panel:
Fig. 7: Underside panel
The following table contains details on the significant elements on the underside panel:
Underside panel elements table
Item Description
A Rubber feet.
B Holes for wall mounting.
C Internal module SIM tray.
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3.2 Installation
3.2.1 Installation in a rack
The RS123 device family can be installed in a 19” rack. The strips and screws needed are provided by default.
Both strips are attached to the device through 8 screws (4 on each side), as shown in the figure:
Fig. 8: Anchor bolts for a rack
3.2.2 Standalone
RS123 devices can be placed as a standalone on a flat, stable surface. The adhesive rubber feet must be stuck to
the underside panel to stop the router from sliding.
Make sure there is enough space around the router (for ventilation purposes) and check that the electricity cables
can easily reach it.
3.2.3 Wall mounting
To attach the RS123 on the wall, use the tabs on the back side of the housing.
Warning
The screws must go into a wall stud (wood) or a wall anchor of the appropriate type for the wall. Screws
into drywall are not strong enough to support the router.
(1) Install the two wall studs horizontally and separately in a wall, or in any other vertical surface.
Warning
If you install the router in drywall, use hollow-wall anchors (8mm - 5/16 inch) to secure the screws.
If the screws are not properly anchored, the strain of the cables connected to the router back pan-
el could pull the router from the wall.
(2) Place the router on the wall and attach it using the screws (3.5x30).
3.2.4 Kensington Lock
The RS123 devices offer the possibility of a Kensington lock to secure.
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The required notch is located on the rear side of the housing.
3.3 Plug-in Modules
The only module that can be inserted in the device is the 3G USB modem. To view the list of supported 3G modems,
please visit the following website: http://www.bintec-elmeg.com.
3.3.1 Installation
To install the USB modem, simply insert it in the USB slot on the front panel as shown in the following figure:
Fig. 9: USB modem insertion slot
3.3.2 Uninstall
To remove the device, simply remove it from the slot where it was inserted.
3.4 Power Source
The RS123 router is powered with an internal power source.
Workplace Conditions. Main Characteristics
• Excessive cold and heat should be avoided, as should humidity and dust.
• Direct exposure to sunlight should be avoided, as well as other heat sources. The device should not be placed
amongst papers, magazines or other elements that could hinder natural air circulation.
• The device should not be placed very close to strong electromagnetic fields such as speakers, engines, etc.
• Knocks and/or strong vibrations should be avoided during transport, operation and storage.
Warning
The electric current in power cables, telephone lines and communication cables is dangerous. To pre-
vent electric shocks, before installing, handling or opening the equipment covers, connect and discon-
nect the cables following the steps set forth in Connecting on page 12 and Disconnecting on page 12.
3.4.1 Connecting to the power source
To connect the power cable to the device, follow the steps set forth in section Connecting on page 12.
Warning
To avoid electric shocks, residual current circulation and other unwanted effects, also affecting commu-
nications, the following is recommended:
All interconnected communication devices should be plugged to THE SAME GROUNDED POWER
OUTLET, which should at the same time be of good quality (lower than 10 ohms).
Whether the workplace is provided with an uninterrupted power supply system (UPS), regulated supply
or it is independent from the rest (such as lighting, etc.); it is highly recommended that all data devices
should be connected to the same power source. This will avoid operating and premature aging prob-
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lems of drivers and other components.
3.4.2 Connecting
• Ensure that the on/off power supply switch is in the OFF position.
• Connect all data cables.
• Connect the power supply to the device.
• Set the device’s on/off power supply switch in the ON position.
3.4.3 Disconnecting
• Set the on/off power supply switch in the OFF position.
• Disconnect the power supply from the device.
• Disconnect the data cables.
To connect the power source to the device, follow the steps listed in the previous table: ensure that the switch is OFF
(0) and the power supply is NOT connected to the main electricity supply; find the POWER plug (located on the rear
panel of the device) and plug it into the power source using the grounded cable that is supplied for this purpose.
3.5 RESET Button
The different features of the RESET button are described below.
3.5.1 Rebooting the device
Once the device is operating normally, pressing the RESET button will make it restart.
3.5.2 Default Configuration
The RESET button allows you to boot the device with its default configuration through the following steps:
• With the device switched off, keep the RESET button pressed and switch on the router through the ON/OFF switch
(1).
• The STATUS LED (green) will light up and the USB LED will begin to blink (green). This blinking will continue for
10 seconds.
• For the device to boot with the default configuration, stop pressing the RESET button while the USB LED is blink-
ing, i.e. before the 10 second period expires.
The default configuration for the router establishes the access IP and mask address as follows:
• IP address: 192.168.1.1
• IP mask: 255.255.255.0
Note
Some devices leave the factory with customized settings. This personalization may mean that the de-
fault configuration is different from the one shown above.
3.6 Connecting the data
The RS123 router family has the following data connections.
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3.6.1 4-port Ethernet Switch
The RS123 router family incorporates a 4-port 10/100/1000 BaseT Switch with automatic MDI/MDIX to connect to a
local area network (LAN).
Please pay careful attention to the labeling so you do not mix this switch with other types of ports:
Fig. 10: LAN switch PORTs
Note
During booting and in BIOS mode, only the ETH 1 connector is available.
3.6.2 WAN Connection
The RS123incorporates an Ethernet interface for WAN connection. This port has 2 connectors - SFP for optical link
and RJ45 for 10/100/1000 Base-T link - but they cannot work simultaneously.
Note
SFP connector is enabled by license. By default this connector is disabled.
This interface is totally independent from the Switch and is handled as just one more interface.
Please pay careful attention to the labeling to avoid confusing these ports with other port types:
Fig. 11: WAN PORT
Note
During booting and in BIOS mode, the WAN connector does not work.
3.6.2.1 SFP Connector
Note
SFP connector is enabled by license. This connector is disabled by default.
The main characteristics of this port are as follows:
SFP Port Characteristics
Port 1 SFP Gigabit Ethernet port
Standards IEEE
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• 802.1Q (VLAN)
• 1000 BASE-X
Types • LX/LH (single-mode 1310 nm)
• SX (multi-mode 850 nm)
• ZX (single-mode 1550 nm)
Speed • 1000 Mbps full duplex
Warning
SFP modules to be installed in the card socket should be class 1 devices complying with standard IEC-
60825-1.
3.6.3 WWAN Antenna Connection (3G/4G connector)
The RS123 router family has two connectors for WWAN antennas. To assemble and disassemble the antennas sup-
plied, simply screw them into the connectors labeled 3G/4G (located on the side panels of the router).
Note
This connector is only available on RS123w-4G Devices.
Installing these antennas in the RS123 router is essential in order to improve the quality of the signal received and
transmitted by the cellular model.
Note
To achieve high-quality performance, the router should always have the WWAN antennas installed.
Cellular interface is operative only on RS123w-4G Devices.
Some cellular telephony technologies use the antenna diversity technique to improve the quality of the signal re-
ceived (HSUPA, CDMA EV-DO, etc.). Due to this, the RS123 router family incorporates various WWAN connectors:
Fig. 12: 3G/4G MAIN antenna and 3G/4G AUX antenna
When the MAIN and AUX antennas are not directly connected to the router but installed through extension cords, the
minimum distance between the two of them must be 7 cm. The maximum recommended distance between the two is
25 cm.
To achieve an optimum performance, the radio frequency accessories installed (antennas and cables) should be
those recommended by bintec.
bintec has a series of accessories (90º mount antennas, antennas for exterior installation, antennas for ceiling install-
ation, extension cables, etc) that allow you to install the devices in different locations.
3.6.3.1 Placing the Antenna
Antenna orientation and its location with respect to other wireless devices and radiation devices (such as communic-
ation devices, personal computers, etc.) can significantly influence device performance.
Antennas transmit and receive radio signals. Performance is also affected by environmental factors such as the dis-
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tance between the device and the base station, physical obstacles and other interferences caused by radiofrequen-
cies (RF).
For optimum coverage, carry out the following instructions:
• Whenever possible, place the antenna where there are no physical obstacles. Obstacles between the antenna and
the base station degrade the wireless signal. Place the antenna above ground level facing the nearest base sta-
tion.
• Density of materials also affects the antennas. Place them away from any type of walls, metal screens, mirrors,
etc.
• Do not place the antenna near columns, which may throw shadows and reduce the coverage area.
• Keep the antenna away from metal ducts such as canalization, air-conditioning etc.
• Please bear in mind that other wireless devices such as telephones, microwaves, etc., can temporarily interfere
with the quality of the radio signal.
• We do not recommend installing antennas near, or between, racks containing communication devices, computers,
etc. Use an extension cable and place the device outside.
The following recommendations are applicable to all wireless devices:
• Do not touch or move the antenna while the device is transmitting or receiving.
• Do not touch any equipment containing devices that radiate, where the antenna is very close to or touching any ex-
posed part of the body (particularly the face and eyes), when it is transmitting.
• Do not install the device in areas where the atmosphere is potentially explosive.
• Wireless devices can cause interferences in other devices. Do not use the device in areas where medical equip-
ment is installed.
• To ensure the R&TTE 1999/5/EC directive is complied with, the device must be at least 15 cm away from a per-
son’s body when operating.
3.6.4 Wireless LAN Antenna Connection (WLAN connectors)
The RS123 router family has two RF antenna connectors to connect an external antenna to improve the quality of
the signal received and transmitted by the Wireless LAN module.
Note
This connector is only available on RS123w and RS123w-4G Devices.
This module is internal and can be activated only on RS123w and RS123w-4G Devices. To assemble and disas-
semble the antennas provided with the device, just screw them into the WLAN connectors (located on the rear panel
of the router).
Fig. 13: WLAN ANT1 and WLAN ANT2
3.6.5 Connecting a 3G USB device (USB connector)
The RS123 family has a USB HOST 2.0 Type A connector interface, which allows 3G USB modems to be connec-
ted. The interface can be activated by purchasing the corresponding software license.
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