Comnet NetWave NW7 User manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
ENVIRONMENTALLY HARDENED
HIGH THROUGHPUT 802.11A/N WIRELESS ETHERNET DEVICE
Thank you for purchasing NetWave® from ComNet. This installation guide applies to
the following models:
NW7: Individual Hardened Single Radio, Two Gb Ethernet Ports, One internal 19dBi
17° beamwidth directional antenna, Includes power injection module, power
supply and mounting assembly, Port 1 Supports 802.3af/at PD PoE Power, Port
2 provides IEEE802.3at PSE PoE Power, FCC certified for use in the NA Region.
NW7E: Individual Hardened Single Radio, Two Gb Ethernet Ports, One internal 19dBi
17° beamwidth directional antenna, Includes power injection module, power
supply and mounting assembly, Port 1 Supports 802.3af/at PD PoE Power, Port
2 provides IEEE802.3at PSE PoE Power, ETSI certified for use in the EU Region.
The NetWave® NW7[E] environmentally hardened high throughput (HT) wireless
Ethernet transmission device can be configured through the embedded User Interface
as a Client or as an Access Point. This single radio model was designed for high
throughput point-to-point or multi-point applications and comes with an integrated
19dBi, 17° beamwidth antenna. The NW7[E] supports up to 240Mbps throughput using
MIMO technology. The units can be powered by an 802.3af/at PoE Compliant device or
through a supplied power injection module with the second Ethernet port serving as an
IEEE802.3at power source. The NW7 is FCC certified for use in North America and the
NW7E is ETSI, DFS and TPC certified for use in the European Union.
This manual serves the following
ComNet Model Numbers:
NW7
NW7E

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About This Guide
This guide is intended for different users such as engineers, integrators, developers, IT managers,
and technicians.
It assumes that users have some PC competence and are familiar with Microsoft Windows
operating systems and web browsers such as Windows Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox, as
well as have knowledge of the following:
»Installation of electronic equipment
»Electrical regulations and guidelines
»Knowledge of Local Area Network technology
Related Documentation
The following documentation is also available:
»NW7/NW7E Datasheets
»NW7/NW7E Quick Start Guides
Website
For information on ComNet’s entire product line, please visit the ComNet website at
http://www.comnet.net
Support
For any questions or technical assistance, please contact your sales person ([e-mail]) or
the customer service support center ([e-mail])
Safety
»Only ComNet service personnel can service the equipment. Please contact ComNet Technical
Support.
»The equipment should be installed in locations with controlled access, or other means of
security, and controlled by persons of authority.

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Contents
About This Guide 2
Related Documentation 2
Website 2
Safety 2
Overview 4
Legal Information 4
1.0 Introduction 5
2.0 Point to Multi-Point – NW7 and NW7E 6
3.0 Point-to-Point Systems – NW7 and NW7E 7
4.0 PoE Pass-through Port – NW7 and NW7E 8
5.0 Cabling Requirements 9
6.0 Hardware Installation 10
6.1 NW7 and NW7E Outdoor Ethernet Gland Installation 10
6.2 NW7 and NW7E Indicating LED Details 12
6.3 NW7 and NW7E Outdoor Standard Mounting Hardware 13
6.4 NW7 and NW7E Outdoor Upgrade Mounting Hardware 14
7.0 Detailed Power Requirements 15
8.0 Key Default Configurations 16
9.0 Quick Configuration 17
10.1 STATUS Page – Access Point 18
10.2 STATUS Client Page - Client 21
10.3 WIRELESS SETTINGS Page – Access Point 24
10.4 WIRELESS SETTINGS - Client Page - Client 29
10.5 NETWORK SETTINGS – Client or Access Point 33
10.6 SYSTEM TOOLS Page – Client and Access Point 36
10.7 ADMIN Page – Client or Access Point 41
11.0 Agency Compliance 46
12.0 GPL (General Public License) Statement 48

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Overview
Legal Information
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means,
electronic and mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of ComNet.
Copyright
Copyright © 2013 ComNet. All rights reserved.
Disclaimer
ComNet reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice. The
information furnished by ComNet in this material is believed to be accurate and reliable. However,
ComNet assumes no responsibility for its use.

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1.0 Introduction
The NetWave® environmentally hardened high throughput (HT) wireless Ethernet transmission
device can be configured through the embedded User Interface as a Client or as an Access
Point. This single radio model was designed for high throughput point-to-point or multi-
point applications and comes with an integrated 19dBi, 17° beamwidth antenna. The NW7[E]
supports up to 240Mbps throughput using MIMO technology. The units can be powered by an
802.3af/at PoE Compliant device or through a supplied power injection module with the second
Ethernet port serving as an IEEE802.3at power source. The NW7 is FCC certified for use in
North America and the NW7E is ETSI, DFS and TPC certified for use in the European Union.
This manual contains detailed operational and configuration information not covered in the
quick start guides.
This guide applies to the following models:
NW7 – Individual Hardened Single Radio, Two Gb Ethernet Ports, one internal 19dBi 17°
beamwidth directional antenna, Includes power injection module, power supply
and mounting assembly, Port 1 Supports 802.3af/at PD PoE Power, Port 2 provides
IEEE802.3at PSE PoE Power, FCC certified for use in the NA Region.
NW7E – Individual Hardened Single Radio, Two Gb Ethernet Ports, one internal 19dBi 17°
beamwidth directional antenna, Includes power injection module, power supply
and mounting assembly, Port 1 Supports 802.3af/at PD PoE Power, Port 2 provides
IEEE802.3at PSE PoE Power, ETSI certified for use in the EU Region.

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2.0 Point to Multi-Point – NW7 and NW7E
These individual units allow the user to configure for either multipoint access point or client
operation. The NW7[E] supports integrated 19dBi 17° directional antenna or an optional 8dBi 70°
internal antenna. See the ComNet website for the latest information regarding antenna support.
PC NVR NW7/IA870
(240 Mbps
Access Point)
NW1 (Client)
PoE
PIM or other
PSE device
Power
IP Camera
Ethernet Ethernet
NW1 (Client)
PoE
PIM or other
PSE device
Power
IP Camera
Ethernet Ethernet
NW1 (Client)
PoE
PIM or other
PSE device
Power
IP Camera
Ethernet Ethernet
P1
PoE
1Gbps
Ethernet
Multiple Remote Camera Topologies
NW1 (Client)
PoE
PIM or other
PSE device
Power
IP Camera
Ethernet Ethernet
NW1 (Client)
PoE
PIM or other
PSE device
Power
IP Camera
Ethernet Ethernet
NW1 (Client)
PoE
PIM or other
PSE device
Power
IP Camera
Ethernet Ethernet
NWAVBSA1
External Antenna
PIM or any
PSE device
NW7
(Access Point)
NW8
(Client)
ComNet Gigabit
Managed Switch
providing 30W PoE
Connected to Network
P1
P1
PoE
PoE+
1Gbps
Ethernet
PORT 1 PD
PORT 2 PSE
P1
P2
LEGEND
WIRELESS
CAT5
POWER
ETHERNET 50Ω COAX

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3.0 Point-to-Point Systems – NW7 and NW7E
In a point-to-point design, the client has the added feature of MAC Address Locking which
is not available in a point to multipoint design. MAC Lock enables higher operating EIRP and
increased security for FCC versions.
High Throughput Point-to-Point Topology (Shown with PoE Cameras)
PoE Camera
.
.
.
.
.
.
PoE Camera
NW7
(Access Point)
NW7
(Client)
ComNet Gigabit
Managed Switch
providing 30W PoE
Connected to Network
ComNet Gigabit
Managed Switch
providing 30W PoE
P1 P1
NW7
(Client)
NW7
(Access Point)
Point-to-Point Topology (Shown with 24VAC and PoE Powered Cameras)
ComNet Managed
Switch with 30W PoE
Connected to Network
PIM or any
PSE device
PoE Camera
PoE Camera
Power
P1
P2
PoE
1Gbps
Ethernet
PoE
1Gbps
Ethernet
PoE
Ethernet Ethernet
PoE
Ethernet
PoE
Ethernet
PoE
Ethernet
PoE
1Gbps
Ethernet
PORT 1 PD
PORT 2 PSE
P1
P2
LEGEND
WIRELESS
CAT5
POWER
ETHERNET 50Ω COAX

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4.0 PoE Pass-through Port – NW7 and NW7E
The NetWave NW7 and NW7E come with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports. Port 1 supports
IEEE 802.3af/at PD PoE power and Port 2 is a Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3at PSE (Power
Sourcing Equipment) port that acts as a voltage source and supplies PoE PD devices with
power via the Ethernet cable.
A. OUT port of the Power Injection
Module (PIM)
B. IN port of the PIM
C. Power socket of the PIM.
D. External PoE device, typically a
camera as shown
E. Drip Loop (recommended)
A
E
E E
P2P1
B
C
Ethernet
Network
D
NW7
PoE Camera
ComNet Gigabit
Managed Switch
providing 30W PoE
P1
P2
PoE+
PoE+
Ethernet

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5.0 Cabling Requirements
Shielded CAT 5 or better should be used for all out of plant Ethernet connection and should
be properly grounded through the PoE AC ground. Industrial grade shielded Ethernet cable is
recommended to help prevent ESD damage commonly experienced with outdoor installations.
Visit www.comnet.net/comnet-products/cables
Gigabit Ethernet
Port 1 (PoE IN)
Gigabit Ethernet
Port 2 (PoE OUT)

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6.0 Hardware Installation
6.1 NW7 and NW7E Outdoor Ethernet Gland Installation
There will be two cable glands and a weather seal cap included with each outdoor enclosure.
The provided weather seal cap should be used when Port 2 is not in use to prevent damage to
the port and the wireless device.
Below is an image of the individual parts of the gland with an Ethernet cable routed through.
Note: The split rubber washer allows a pre-terminated Ethernet cable to be used.
Once the cable has been routed through the weather connection as shown, push the split
rubber gasket into place and loosely screw the cap that goes over the rubber washer.
Below is an image with the Ethernet connection made to the node and the gland assembly
about to be installed.
Once the RJ45 connection has been made, screw in the gland into the housing making sure it is
tight enough for a water tight seal but not so tight to cause the rubber seal to squeeze off.

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Once the gland is tight in the housing, tighten the outer nut/cap making sure the rubber seal
squeezes and seals the Ethernet cable to the gland as shown below.
Connect one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the LAN OUT port of the Power Injection
Module (PIM) and the other end to LAN of the access point – as sown below.
Note: : Maximum length of the RJ-45 CAT5 cable is 100 meters without powering a second
device connected to port 2.
Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet cable attached to the PIM to a network device, such as a switch or
to the configuration PC. Then plug the power adaptor to an AC power outlet and power plug
into the socket of the PIM – as shown in the diagram below.
Note: DC Passive PoE input is 48 VDC. If powering a second device from Port 2, it is
recommended not to exceed 20 meters from the PIM/PoE+ PSE to the Access Point and
not to exceed 5 meters from the AP to the Camera or secondary device.
P2P1
Ethernet
Network
When mounting the hardware outdoors, it is highly recommended to create a drip loop with the
Ethernet cable to prevent moisture from getting into the gland.

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6.2 NW7 and NW7E Indicating LED Details
MINIMUM SIGNAL MAXIMUM SIGNAL
LED VISUAL CUE INDICATION
POWER SOLID GREEN Power is supplied to the NW7/NW7E
OFF No power is supplied to the NW7/NW7E
ETHERNET / RSSI2
FLASH GREEN Ethernet connection is established
SOLID YELLOW Ethernet connection is established and there is activity present
RSSI Level is > Yellow LED Threshold
OFF No Ethernet connection established. RSSI Level is < Yellow LED Threshold
RSSI3 SOLID GREEN Good signal strength
RSSI4 / STATUS
FLASH GREEN Unit is booting up
SOLID GREEN Excellent signal strength
(Advisable to check Status Page to confirm RSSI is <70)
POWER
ETHERNET / RSSI2
RSSI3
RSSI34 / STATUS
SIGNAL STRENGTH:
Power – will illuminate when there is power applied to the Ethernet port
Ethernet – will illuminate when there is an active Ethernet connection
RSSI3 – will illuminate when the RSSI threshold goes above what is set in the RSSI LED Setting
section of the WIRELESS SETTINGS page
Status/RSSI4 – Provided status during boot and will illuminate solid when the RSSI threshold
goes above what is set in the RSSI LED Setting section of the WIRELESS SETTINGS page

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6.3 NW7 and NW7E Outdoor Standard Mounting Hardware
This mounting hardware will support pole diameters up to 3 in (7.6 cm).
Below are the parts contained in the standard mounting hardware
Here is the mounting hardware assembled shown in a +45° and -45°vertical position

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6.4 NW7 and NW7E Outdoor Upgrade Mounting Hardware
An upgrade to the outdoor mounting hardware is available. This optional version is of heavier
construction supporting an articulating joint and is designed for wall or pole mount supporting
up to a 3 inch (76 mm) pole.
Note: This hardware is sold separately under part number NWBKT1

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7.0 Key Default Configurations
IP Address of Web Server 192.168.10.101
LAN Mode for Web Server Static Addressing
Web Server User ID admin
Web Server Password admin
Web Server Guest User ID guest
Web Server Guest Password guest
SSID NetWave-1
WPA Pre-shared Key 12345678
Channel-Frequency (AP) Auto
Channel Spectrum Width 20/40M
Long Range Parameters Enabled and defaulted to 1000m
STP Disabled
Note: A Reset to defaults (performed on the ADMIN page) will erase all user configurations.

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8.0 Quick Configuration
1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the port labelled as IN on the power Injection Module to
either a laptop or a PC LAN port.
2. Connect the second Ethernet cable from the OUT port on the Power Injection Module to the
NetWave LAN port.
3. Apply 48VDC to the Power Injection Module with the provided power supply. You should
notice the green LED illuminate in the Power Injection Module and the power LED on the
NetWave unit.
4. Set the IP address of the laptop being used to configure NetWave to static and the subnet to
192.168.10.x /24 subnet.
5. Point the browser to 192.168.10.101. This is the default address.
6. A login prompt will pop up. Enter:
ID admin
Password admin
7. Select the NETWORK SETTINGS tab and set the desired network settings.
Select Apply Settings
Select Save
Note: This will be the network address for the NetWave web server. It is not necessary to set to
the same subnet as the operating network but it is recommended.
8. Select the WIRELESS SETTINGS tab and set:
• Wireless mode – Set to AP or Client
• Country code – Only required if setting up the NW7E (ETSI) model
Note: It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the correct country is chosen. ComNet
accepts no liability for incorrect equipment set up.
• Output RF power – if RSSI is greater than 70, it is recommended to reduce RF TX power at
the remote/ connected node.
• Set SSID – if changing from the default setting
• Channel Spectrum Width – May want to reduce to 20M or even 10M from the default 20/40M
if the 5GHz spectrum is crowded or experiencing unstable connections across the link.
• Wireless Security – if changing from default settings
• Select Apply Settings
• Select Save
Note: : NW7 and NW7E nodes may need to have the Wireless Mode set to either AP or Client
(default is Client). The unit IP addresses will need to be all set to different addresses
(default address is 192.168.10.101). This is the IP address of the embedded configuration
web server. Therefore, it is recommended that configuration be performed one at a time
and prior to deployment.

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9.0 Detailed Configuration
9.1 STATUS Page – Access Point
9.1.1 STATUS_AP Page MAIN Section
This section will list the unit uptime as well as the system time which can be set on the SYSTEM
TOOLS page.
9.1.2 STATUS_AP Page LAN SETTING Section
LAN MAC Lists the MAC address for the electrical copper Ethernet port
Address Mode Shows the current setting for setting the IP address for the
embedded web server. This is configured on the NETWORK
SETTINGS page
IP Address Current IP address for the embedded web server
Gateway IP Address IP address for the network gateway
LAN Port Connections Shows connection status for copper Ethernet ports 1 and 2.

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9.1.3 STATUS_AP Page RADIO Section
Wireless Mode Shows the operational mode for the radio. This can be set on the
WIRELESS SETTINGS page.
Local AP SSID SSID that this AP is broadcasting.
Frequency Frequency that the AP is operating on
MAC MAC address of the AP radio
Local AP MAC MAC address of the AP radio
Security Operating security. This can be selected on the WIRELESS SETTINGS
page
9.1.4 STATUS_AP Page CONNECTED STATIONS Section
MAC Address Lists the MAC addresses of the connected stations
Signal Strength Lists the RSSI values of the connected stations
Tx Rate Displays the transmit radio connection rate
Tx CCQ Client Connection Quality. Given in % and provide the radio
connection quality with the connected AP with 100% being the best.
Channel Width The channel width that the radio connection is using. This is
automatically determined based on the radio connection quality when
20/40M channel bandwidth is selected on the WIRELESS SETTINGS
page. Possible connections that may be displayed are listed below
starting with the best/fastest connection
HT40+
HT40
HT40-
HT20
HT10
Refresh Button This will cause the data that feeds this page to be refreshed.

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9.1.5 STATUS_AP Page LOCAL AP ERRORS Section
RX Invalid NWID Shows the number of SSIDs detected that is different from the Remote
AP SSID. This number will continually count up and will count up faster
in congested RF environments. It is normal to see this count increase.
RX Invalid Crypt Represents the number of transmitted and received packets which
were encrypted with the wrong encryption key and failed the
decryption routines. It can be used to detect invalid wireless security
settings and encryption break attempts.
RX Invalid Frags This value represents dropped packets due to packet reassembly
failure due to link layer fragments.
TX Excessive
Retries
Represents the number of packet delivery failures. Undelivered
packets are retransmitted a set number of times before an error is
logged and counted.
Missed Beacons Beacons are management packets sent by an AP and this value
represents the number of beacons which were not received by the
client. Missed Beacon counts could indicate that there is too much
distance between the Client and AP.
Other Errors This count represents the total number of transmitted and received
packets that were lost or discarded for reasons other than what is
listed above.

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9.2 STATUS Client Page - Client
9.2.1 STATUS-Client Page MAIN Section
This section will list the unit uptime as well as the system time which can be set on the SYSTEM
TOOLS page.
9.2.2 STATUS-Client Page LAN SETTING Section
LAN MAC Lists the MAC address for the electrical copper Ethernet port
Address Mode Shows the current setting for setting the IP address for the embedded
web server. This is configured on the NETWORK SETTINGS page
IP Address Current IP address for the embedded web server
Gateway IP
Address
IP address for the network gateway
LAN Port
Connections
Shows connection status for copper Ethernet ports 1 and 2.