EnGenius ENH210 User manual

ENTERPRISE WIRELESS CLIENT/BRIDGE
Model: ENH210
User Manual
Version: 1.0

Table of Contents
1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................................6
1.1FEATURES...............................................................................................................................................................6
1.2 BENEFITS................................................................................................................................................................8
1.3PACKAGE CONTENTS................................................................................................................................................9
1.4SYSTEM REQUIREMENT ............................................................................................................................................9
1.5HARDWARE OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................9
1.6UNDERSTANDING THE ENH210 LEDS.....................................................................................................................10
2 ENGENIUS ZONECONTROLLER..............................................................................................................................11
2.1 ZONECONTROLLER OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................11
2.2 ZONECONTROLLER FEATURE LIST ............................................................................................................................13
2.3 ZONECONTROLLER,ADDITIONAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................................15
3 INSTALLATION .........................................................................................................................................................16
3.1PRE-INSTALLATION GUIDELINES ..............................................................................................................................16
3.2INSTALLING THE ENH210......................................................................................................................................17
4 WIRELESS NETWORK MODES................................................................................................................................18
4.1ACCESS POINT MODE............................................................................................................................................18
4.2ACCESS POINT WITH WDS FUNCTION MODE...........................................................................................................18
4.3CLIENT BRIDGE MODE ...........................................................................................................................................19
4.4 WDS BRIDGE MODE.............................................................................................................................................20
4.5CLIENT ROUTER MODE..........................................................................................................................................21
5 CONFIGURING YOUR COMPUTER FOR TCP/IP ...................................................................................................23
5.1CONFIGURING MICROSOFT®WINDOWS 7..............................................................................................................23
5.2CONFIGURING MICROSOFT®WINDOWS VISTA........................................................................................................25
5.3CONFIGURING MICROSOFT®WINDOWS XP............................................................................................................26
5.4CONFIGURING APPLE®MAC OSX.........................................................................................................................27
5.5LOGGING INTO THE ENH210.................................................................................................................................28
6 STATUS ......................................................................................................................................................................30
6.1SAVE /LOAD ........................................................................................................................................................30
6.2MAIN ..................................................................................................................................................................31
6.3 WIRELESS CLIENT LIST ...........................................................................................................................................32
6.4SYSTEM LOG.........................................................................................................................................................32
6.5CONNECTION STATUS............................................................................................................................................33
6.6DHCPCLIENT TABLE.............................................................................................................................................33
7 SYSTEM......................................................................................................................................................................34
7.1SWITCHING THE OPERATION MODE.........................................................................................................................34

8 WIRELESS CONFIGURATION ..................................................................................................................................35
8.1 WIRELESS SETTINGS ..............................................................................................................................................35
8.1.1 Access Point Mode...................................................................................................................................35
8.1.2 Client Bridge Mode..................................................................................................................................38
8.1.3 WDS Bridge Mode...................................................................................................................................40
8.1.4 Client Router Mode.................................................................................................................................42
8.2 WIRELESS SECURITY SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................44
8.2.1 WEP.........................................................................................................................................................44
8.2.2 WPA-PSK.................................................................................................................................................45
8.2.3 WPA2-PSK...............................................................................................................................................46
8.2.4 WPA-PSK Mixed......................................................................................................................................47
8.2.5 WPA.........................................................................................................................................................48
8.2.6 WPA2.......................................................................................................................................................49
8.2.7 WPA Mixed..............................................................................................................................................50
8.3 WIRELESS ADVANCED SETTINGS..............................................................................................................................51
8.4 WIRELESS MAC FILTER ..........................................................................................................................................53
8.5 WDS LINK SETTINGS.............................................................................................................................................54
9 LAN SETUP................................................................................................................................................................55
9.1IP SETTINGS .........................................................................................................................................................55
9.2SPANNING TREE SETTINGS .....................................................................................................................................56
10 ROUTER SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................................57
10.1 WAN SETTINGS..................................................................................................................................................57
10.1.1 Static IP .................................................................................................................................................57
10.1.2 DHCP (Dynamic IP)...............................................................................................................................59
10.1.3 PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet).....................................................................................61
10.1.4 PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol)............................................................................................63
10.2 LAN SETTINGS (ROUTER MODE)..........................................................................................................................65
10.3 VPNPASS THROUGH..........................................................................................................................................66
10.4 PORT FORWARDING ............................................................................................................................................67
10.5 DMZ ................................................................................................................................................................68
11 MANAGEMENT SETTINGS....................................................................................................................................69
11.1 ADMINISTRATION................................................................................................................................................69
11.2 MANAGEMENT VLAN.........................................................................................................................................70
11.3 SNMP SETTINGS................................................................................................................................................71
11.4 BACKUP/RESTORE SETTINGS.................................................................................................................................72
11.5 FIRMWARE UPGRADE...........................................................................................................................................72
11.6 TIME SETTINGS ...................................................................................................................................................73
11.7 LOG...................................................................................................................................................................74
11.8 DIAGNOSTICS.....................................................................................................................................................75

12 NETWORK CONFIGURATION EXAMPLES...........................................................................................................76
12.1 ACCESS POINT....................................................................................................................................................76
12.2 CLIENT BRIDGE MODE.........................................................................................................................................77
12.3 WDS BRIDGE MODE...........................................................................................................................................78
12.4 CLIENT ROUTER MODE ........................................................................................................................................79
APPENDIX A – TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................................80
A.1PROBLEM SOLVING ...............................................................................................................................................80
A.2CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT.........................................................................................................................81
APPENDIX B – SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................82
APPENDIX C – GLOSSARY..........................................................................................................................................83
APPENDIX D – STATEMENTS OF CONFORMITY.....................................................................................................88
D.1 –FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ......................................................................88
D.2 –INDUSTRY CANADA STATEMENT...........................................................................................................................89
D.3 –EUROPE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...............................................................................................................90

About This Document
This document is written by EnGenius Inc. EnGenius Inc. the reserves the right to change this
document without notice and all rights are reserved. This document can only be used for the
configuration of EnGenius products.
This document is to characterize the EnGenius ENH210 Wireless Client Bridge. Please read
the document carefully before setting up the ENH210. Any damage which is caused by
inappropriate use will not be covered under the warranty.
Formats
This document uses following symbols to indicate and highlight special messages.
Caution: This symbol represents a vital message and it is critical for the device
or settings.
Note: This symbol represents an important message for the settings.
Tip: This symbol represents an alternative choice that can save time or
resources.
Before you start__________________________________________________
The following equipment is required to setup the ENH210:
1. (1) Computer/Notebook and Internet access.
2. (2) Ethernet cables.
3. (1) EnGenius ENH210.
The equipment listed above is only for configuration of the ENH210. You will
need additional equipment to connect to the Internet, and configuration will depend on your
current network infrastructure. Please refer to Chapter 2 for more information.

1 Product Overview
Thank you for using the ENH210. It is a powerful and enhanced Enterprise class outdoor
point-to-point bridge with 4 multi-functions: Client Bridge, WDS, Access Point, and Client
Router.
EnGenius’ ENH210 uses the latest wireless standard, 802.11n, which allows for faster wireless
throughput. The ENH210 affords a great advantage to minimize the time and cost which is
required to expand your network. It operates at 2.4GHz and is also backwards compatible with
802.11b/g networking equipment.
The ENH210 is easy to install almost anywhere with included standard/proprietary Power over
Ethernet adapter for quick outdoor installation. In addition, the ENH210 can manage power
level control, and it features narrow bandwidth selection and traffic shaping. The ENH210 fully
supports wireless encryption including Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK),
(64/128/152)-bit WEP Encryption, and IEEE 802.1x with RADIUS. Additionally, the ENH210 is
the ideal choice to pair with the ENH210 in an Access Point – Client Bridge or WDS Bridge –
WDS Bridge topology.
The ENH210 provides a proprietary PoE adapter. Please only use the
supplied PoE adapter. ENH210 also supports standard 802.3af/at PoE supplier.
Damage may occur if other proprietary PoE adapter is used.
1.1 Features
The following list describes the design and scope of the ENH210 made possible through the
power and flexibility of wireless LANs:
a) Difficult-to-wire environments
There are many situations where wires cannot be laid easily. For example, historic
and older buildings or use ENH210 in conjunction with ENH210 or ENH202 to
replace traditional wired connections between different buildings. Also as well as
open areas and cross-street architectures to save cost and time instead of trenching
or lease expensive circuits.
b) Temporary workgroups
Consider situations in parks, athletic arenas, exhibition centers, disaster-recovery,
temporary offices and construction sites where one wants a temporary WLAN
established and removed at a future date. The ENH210 is easy to place into and
remove from production.

c) The ability to access real-time information
Doctors and nurses, point-of-sale employees, and warehouse workers can access
real-time information while dealing with patients, serving customers, and
processing information.
d) Frequently altered environments
Show rooms, meeting rooms, retail stores, and manufacturing sites are prime
examples where frequently rearranged workplaces are suited for wireless LANs.
e) Wireless extensions of Ethernet networks
Network managers in dynamic environments can minimize the overhead caused by
moves, extensions to networks, and other changes by utilizing wireless LANs.
f) Wired LAN backup
Network managers may implement wireless LANs to provide redundancy for
mission-critical applications which are implemented on wired networks.
g) Training and educational facilities
Training sites at corporations and students at universities use wireless connectivity
to afford access to information, information exchanges, and learning.
Features
High Speed Data Rate
Up to 300 Mbps Capable of handling heavy data payloads such as HD video streaming
High Output Power -
up to 29 dBm Extended range and excellent coverage
IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Compliant Fully interoperable with IEEE 802.11 b/g/n compliant devices
Multi-Function Users can use different modes in various environments
Support RSSI
Indicator (CB mode) Users can select the best signal to connect with AP efficiently
Power-over-Ethernet Flexible Access Point locations and cost savings (Note: The
ENH210 includes a proprietary PoE adapter.)
Support Multi-SSID
function (8 SSID) in
AP mode
Allow clients to access different networks through a single
access point and assign different policies and functions for each
SSID
WPA2/WPA/ WEP/
IEEE 802.1x support Full support for all types of current wireless security standards
MAC address filtering
in AP mode Ensure secure network by enforcing network access control lists
PPPoE/PPTP function
support (AP
Router/CR mode) Easy to access Internet via ISP service authentication
SNMP Remote
Configuration
Management
Allow administrators to remotely configure or manage the
Access Point.
QoS (WMM) support Enhance user performance and density

1.2 Benefits
Access Point Mode This is considered the main application the device is designed for.
Use this feature to setup the access point’s configuration
information. It supports transmit power and channel adjustments.
Clients can access the network with different regulatory settings
and automatically change to the local regulations.
Client Bridge Mode Use this feature to connect to an Access Point, enabling WAN
sharing.
WDS Mode Use this feature to link multiple APs in a network; All associated
clients from any AP can communicate with each other like in
ad-hoc mode.
Client Router Mode Clients connect wirelessly to an AP and transmit data through AP
to access the Internet.
Multiple SSIDs ENH210 supports up to 4 SSIDs on your access point. The
following options can be set to each SSID:
-Public or private SSID
-Authentication
-VLAN identifier
-RADIUS accounting identifier
-Profile isolation for infrastructure network
VLAN Specify a VLAN number for each SSID to separate the services
among clients.
QoS Use this feature to limit the incoming or outgoing throughput.
Wi-Fi Protected Access Wi-Fi Protect Access is a standard-based interoperable security
enhancement that increases the level of data protection and
access control for existing and future wireless LAN systems. It is
compatible with IEEE 802.11i standard. WPA leverages TKIP and
802.1X for authenticated key management.

1.3 Package Contents
Open the package carefully, and make sure that none of the items listed below are missing.
Do not discard the packing materials; in case of return, the unit must be shipped in its original
packaging.
1 x Wireless Access Point / Client Bridge (ENH210)
1 x 48V/380mA Power Adapter
1 x PoE Injector (EPE-48GR)
1 x Mounting Kit with Bracket-Mount Special Screw Set
1 x Mounting Installation Guide
1 x QIG
1 x CD (User Manual)
Using a power adapter other than the one included with the ENH210 may
cause damage to the device.
1.4 System Requirement
The following conditions are the minimum system requirements.
A computer with an Ethernet interface and operating under Windows XP, Vista, 7 or
Linux.
An Internet browser that supports HTTP and JavaScript.
1.5 Hardware Overview
Physical Interface - 1 x 10/100/1000 LAN Port with PoE support
- 1 x 10/100/1000 LAN port
- 2 x N-type Connector
Maximum Wireless Data rate - 300 Mbps
LEDs status - Power Status
- LAN1 (10/100/1000Mbps)
- LAN2 (10/100/1000Mbps)
- WLAN (Wireless is enabled)
- 3 x Link Quality (Client Bridge mode)

1.6 Understanding the ENH210 LEDs
The rear of the ENH210 has two groups of LEDs. One group, labeled INDICATORS, shows the
status of the device. The second group, LINK QUALITY, shows the strength of the link
between the ENH210 and the network. The following table describes the ENH210 LEDs.
LED Color Mode Status
Power Green OFF= ENH210 is not receiving power.
ON= ENH210 is receiving power.
LAN1
LAN2 Green(Main)
Orange(Secondary) OFF = ENH210 is not connected to the network.
ON = ENH210 is connected to the network, but not sending or
receiving data.
Blink = ENH210 is sending or receiving data.
WLAN Green Access Point
or Client
Bridge Mode
OFF = ENH210 radio is off and the device is not
sending or receiving data over the wireless LAN.
ON = ENH210 radio is on, and the device is not
sending or receiving data over the wireless LAN.
Blink = ENH210 radio is on, and the device is
sending or receiving data over the wireless LAN.
Link Quality
See Status column Access Point
or Client
Bridge Mode
Shows the strength of the link between the
ENH210 and the network.
G = good quality (green).
Y = medium quality (yellow).
R = poor or no link (red).

2 EnGenius ZoneController
This chapter describes the purpose and functionality of the ZoneController software which is
included with the ENH210.
2.1 ZoneController Overview
In enhancing the real-time functionality of a network,
applying the best network management software tool is
necessary. With an aggressive network management tool
you can perform monitoring, controlling, deploying and
allocating of data that are being transmitted to different
units/systems in a network. This application ensures the
entire network will typically run without faults and
interruptions.
Real-time monitoring means that the requests made by the
software tool to different units in a network must be
executed with precision and manage simultaneously. Such
equipment includes access points, client bridges, AP routers
and so forth for indoor or outdoor environment.
If you are someone who must meet with the growing
demand of performance related results from service
providers or someone involved in a small-scale enterprise,
you need to utilize a coherent platform to make it
successful. With geographical boundaries becoming
immaterial in business management, your network
management software tool must possess effective and
practical functions, like the EnGenius ZONECONTROLLER
software.

Key Feature List Description
SNMP v1, v2c
Compliance
Network Monitoring Simple configuration and discover the active SNMP device around the network. Repeat the discovery process in a pre-defined time
interval to keep track of the status of the nodes
User Administration Allow super level user to create lower level user to perform
monitoring job only
Block List Block certain node from being monitored
Import Map Image file imported by user and as a map. Map is zoomable, and its
transparency level is configurable
Map Scaling Set actual scale on the map, which will be use for radio coverage
plotting
Radio Coverage
Plotting Base on some assumption along with the transmission power, plots the radio coverage area. The assumption variables are configurable
Labeling Can display the unit on the map with MAC, IP or user-defined alias
System Log
Map Profile User can save the running map's setting as a profile and apply it to
another new Map or ZONECONTROLLER
AP Stats Read and save the up/download bytes data into database and can
be loaded in graph form
AP Stats (Old Record) The old data can be retrieve by select the desired date
Tabulated AP Unit The discovered AP unit will be display in a sortable table form
Reboot AP Unit *Only on recognized unit
Search and Locate perform search and locate unit in the AP table
Firmware Upgrade *Only on recognized unit
Tabulated Associated
User to The AP Unit The users thatassociated to any discovered AP unit will be display in a sortable table form
Block / Unblock User Move user to the MAC filter list of the recognized unit
Bulk Configuration Able to perform configurations to multiple nodes (must be same
model). Only several selected parameters are configurable
View Properties Load selected unit properties data (general info, radio and users)
Configuration Tools Perform configuration on selected node (Only applicable to
recognized model, and only selected parameter)
Launch Web GUI
Configuration Page Launch the web config page for more advanced settings

2.2 ZoneController Feature List
Upon logging into the ZONECONTROLLER Software, the user is presented with four different
functional panels. Users can switch to each panel by selecting the tab button at the top of
the suite. The four panels are Map, Stats, Device and User.
The Map panel is to geographically display the live status of the managed network.
Discovered units will be plotted on the map area at the left panel. All new located devices
will be added to the Unplaced APs columns before dragged to the map by the user.

The Stats tab is to monitor the statistics of the nodes that are managed by the software.
Users can view the history of the bandwidth utilization in bytes of the node by utilizing the
available options.
The Device list, meanwhile, lists the discovered node units with their current data. Users can
reboot or upgrade firmware of the selected unit at this panel.

The User list tabulates the information of the clients that are currently connected to the nodes
which are monitored by the ZoneController.
2.3 ZoneController, Additional Information
The ZoneController Software contains a plethora of features which afford network
administrators the ability to effectively manage complex networks. Additional information
regarding the installation and features of the suite are available in the EnGenius
ZoneController User Manual.

3 Installation
This chapter describes how to install the ENH210.
Only experienced installation professionals who are familiar with local building
and safety codes and, wherever applicable, are licensed by the appropriate government
regulatory authorities should install the ENH210.
3.1 Pre-installation Guidelines
Select the optimal locations for the equipment using the following guidelines:
-The ENH210 should be mounted on a 1"- 2" pole or wall. Its location should enable easy
access to the unit and its connectors for installation and testing.
-The higher the placement of the antennas, the better the achievable link quality.
-The antennas should be installed to provide a direct or near line of sight link with the base
station antenna.

3.2 Installing the ENH210
To install the ENH210, use the following procedure to mount the device on a pole and refer to
the figure below.
1. Insert a standard Ethernet cable into the RJ-45 port labeled LAN1 (PoE).
2. Plug the power cord into the DC port of the PoE injector.
Only use the power adapter supplied with the ENH210. Using a different
power adapter might damage the ENH210.
3. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable in Step 1 into the PoE port of the PoE
injector. When you finish Step 3, the installation will resemble the following picture.
4. Follow Mounting Installation Guide in order to mount ENH210, after selecting a
suitable mounting method.
This note is a tip only when you encounter difficulties to connect Ethernet cable
to the Ethernet port. The recommended method for the connection is to have Ethernet cable
(without connector) goes through the rubber ring and plastic holders then use crimping tools
to crimp the connector to the cable; If the crimping tool is not available, the installer can use a
x-acto knife to slice one opening on the rubber ring and place the cable through the cut then
use the plastic holder to hold the cable tightly for the connection.
This completes the installation procedure.

4 Wireless Network Modes
4.1 Access Point Mode
In the Access Point Mode, the ENH210 functions like a central connection for any stations or
clients that support the IEEE 802.11b/g/n standards. Stations and clients must utilize the same
SSID and Security Password to associate while within range. The most suitable topology for
this mode is to have one ENH210 as an AP and the second one as a Client-Bridge.
4.2 Access Point with WDS Function Mode
The ENH210 also supports WDS functionality while in Access Point Mode. Simply configure
other Access Points and the associated MAC addresses in orderto enlarge the wireless area by
enabling WDS Link Settings. WDS functionality can support up to 8 different AP MAC
addresses. Consequently, the wireless clients need to be located within range of the
ENH210’s antennas in order to send signal back to the ENH210.

Not every Access Point supports WDS in Access Point Mode. WDS is not
part of the IEEE 802.11 standard. It is recommended to use only ENH210s if you would
like to utilize this functionality.
WDS in Access Point mode normally results in less wireless network
performance and is not recommended for bandwidth intensive applications.
4.3 Client Bridge Mode
In the Client Bridge Mode, the ENH210 functions like a wireless client, connecting to an
Access Point wirelessly and enabling Internet connectivity wherever you want. Use Site Survey
function to scan all of the Access Points within range and configure the SSID and Security
Password to associate with it. With Client Bridge Mode, the ENH210 functions as a long
range 2.4GHz wireless-Ethernet Bridge in order to provide a 2.4GHZ link between the access
point and networked clients.

4.4 WDS Bridge Mode
In the WDS Bridge Mode, the ENH210 can wirelessly connect different local area networks by
configuring each device’s MAC address and security settings. The WDS Bridge Mode can
bridge up to four local wired networks together as one logical network. Every computer on
this logical network can see each other, sharing files as if they are in the same location. With
800mW output power and MIMO antenna technology, the connection distance can extend
beyond 1000 feet with good performance, assuming the antennas are within line of sight. The
WDS bridge network is a MAC-based network that provides transparent bridging.