EnGenius ENH200EXT User manual

LONG RANGE
WIRELESS ACCESS POINT / CLIENT BRIDGE
Model: ENH200EXT
User Manual
Version: 2.0

Table of Contents
1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW...................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 FEATURES ...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 BENEFITS....................................................................................................................................................................... 8
1.3 PACKAGE CONTENTS...................................................................................................................................................... 9
1.4 SYSTEM REQUIREMENT .................................................................................................................................................. 9
1.5 HARDWARE OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................................................. 9
1.6 UNDERSTANDING THE ENH200EXT LEDS................................................................................................................... 10
1.7 HARDWARE INSTALLATION DIAGRAM:............................................................................................................................ 11
2 WIRELESS NETWORK MODES ..................................................................................................................................... 11
2.1 ACCESS POINT MODE.................................................................................................................................................. 11
2.2 ACCESS POINT WITH WDS FUNCTION MODE ............................................................................................................... 12
2.3 CLIENT BRIDGE MODE ................................................................................................................................................. 12
2.4 WDS BRIDGE MODE ................................................................................................................................................... 13
2.5 CLIENT ROUTER MODE ................................................................................................................................................ 14
3 CONFIGURING YOUR COMPUTER FOR TCP/IP........................................................................................................ 16
3.1 CONFIGURING MICROSOFT WINDOWS 7...................................................................................................................... 16
3.2 CONFIGURING MICROSOFT WINDOWS VISTA................................................................................................................ 18
3.3 CONFIGURING MICROSOFT WINDOWS XP.................................................................................................................... 20
3.4 CONFIGURING APPLE MAC OS X.................................................................................................................................21
3.5 LOGGING INTO THE ENH200EXT ................................................................................................................................ 22
4 STATUS..............................................................................................................................................................................23
4.1 SAVE /LOAD ............................................................................................................................................................... 23
4.2 MAIN ......................................................................................................................................................................... 24
4.3 WIRELESS CLIENT LIST ................................................................................................................................................. 25
4.4 SYSTEM LOG ............................................................................................................................................................... 25
4.5 CONNECTION STATUS .................................................................................................................................................. 26
4.6 DHCP CLIENT TABLE................................................................................................................................................... 26
5 SYSTEM.............................................................................................................................................................................27
5.1 SWITCHING THE OPERATION MODE.............................................................................................................................. 27
6 WIRELESS CONFIGURATION........................................................................................................................................ 28
6.1 WIRELESS SETTINGS..................................................................................................................................................... 28
6.1.1 Access Point Mode ........................................................................................................................................ 28
6.1.2 Client Bridge Mode ....................................................................................................................................... 31
6.1.3 WDS Bridge Mode......................................................................................................................................... 33
6.1.4 Client Router Mode....................................................................................................................................... 35

6.2 WIRELESS SECURITY SETTINGS...................................................................................................................................... 37
6.2.1 WEP................................................................................................................................................................ 37
6.2.2 WPA-PSK ....................................................................................................................................................... 38
6.2.3 WPA2-PSK ..................................................................................................................................................... 39
6.2.4 WPA-PSK Mixed ............................................................................................................................................ 40
6.2.5 WPA ............................................................................................................................................................... 41
6.2.6 WPA2 ............................................................................................................................................................. 42
6.2.7 WPA Mixed .................................................................................................................................................... 43
6.3 WIRELESS ADVANCED SETTINGS................................................................................................................................... 44
6.4 WIRELESS MAC FILTER ................................................................................................................................................ 46
6.5 WDS LINK SETTINGS................................................................................................................................................... 47
7 LAN SETUP.......................................................................................................................................................................48
7.1 IP SETTINGS................................................................................................................................................................ 48
7.2 SPANNING TREE SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................... 49
8 ROUTER SETTINGS......................................................................................................................................................... 50
8.1 WAN SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................................................... 50
8.1.1 Static IP.......................................................................................................................................................... 50
8.1.2 DHCP (Dynamic IP) ...................................................................................................................................... 52
8.1.3 PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) .......................................................................................... 54
8.1.4 PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol).................................................................................................. 56
8.2 LAN SETTINGS (ROUTER MODE).................................................................................................................................. 58
8.3 VPN PASS THROUGH .................................................................................................................................................. 59
8.4 PORT FORWARDING .................................................................................................................................................... 60
8.5 DMZ ......................................................................................................................................................................... 61
9 MANAGEMENT SETTINGS ...........................................................................................................................................62
9.1 ADMINISTRATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 62
9.2 MANAGEMENT VLAN................................................................................................................................................. 63
9.3 SNMP SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................................ 64
9.4 BACKUP/RESTORE SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................ 65
9.5 FIRMWARE UPGRADE................................................................................................................................................... 65
9.6 TIME SETTINGS............................................................................................................................................................ 66
9.7 LOG............................................................................................................................................................................ 67
9.8 DIAGNOSTICS.............................................................................................................................................................. 68
10 NETWORK CONFIGURATION EXAMPLE .................................................................................................................69
10.1 ACCESS POINT .......................................................................................................................................................... 69
10.2 CLIENT BRIDGE MODE ............................................................................................................................................... 70
10.3 WDS BRIDGE MODE................................................................................................................................................. 71
10.4 CLIENT ROUTER MODE .............................................................................................................................................. 72

APPENDIX A – TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................. 73
A.1 PROBLEM SOLVING ..................................................................................................................................................... 73
A.2 CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT .............................................................................................................................. 74
APPENDIX B – SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................................... 75
APPENDIX C – GLOSSARY................................................................................................................................................ 77
APPENDIX D – STATEMENTS OF CONFORMITY .........................................................................................................82
D.1 –FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ......................................................................... 82
D.2 –INDUSTRY CANADA STATEMENT ................................................................................................................................ 83
D.3 –EUROPE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................................................................................... 84

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 ENH200EXT Wireless Access Point & Client
Bridge. Please read the document carefully before setting up the ENH200EXT. Any damage
which is caused by inappropriate use will not be covered under the warranty.
This document uses following symbols to indicate and highlight special messages.
Formats
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or settings.
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resources.
The following equipment is required to setup the ENH200EXT:
Before you start__________________________________________________
1. (1) Computer/Notebook and Internet access.
2. (2) Ethernet cables.
3. (1) EnGenius ENH200EXT.
The equipment listed above is only for configuration of the ENH200EXT, 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 ENH200EXT. It is a powerful and enhanced, enterprise-scale product
with 4 multi-functions: Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS, and Client Router.
EnGenius’ ENH200EXT uses the latest wireless standard, 802.11n, which allows for faster
wireless throughput. The ENH200EXT affords a great advantage to minimize the time and cost
which is required to expand your network. It is also backwards compatible with 802.11b and
802.11g networking equipment.
The ENH200EXT is easy to install almost anywhere with included proprietary Power over
Ethernet adapter for quick outdoor installation. In addition, the ENH200EXT can manage
power level control, and it features narrow bandwidth selection, traffic shaping and real-time
RSSI indication. The ENH200EXT 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.
The ENH200 is an ideal choice to pair with the ENH200EXT in a client / bridge topology.
The ENH200EXT utilizes a proprietary PoE adapter. Only use the supplied PoE
adapter. Damage may occur if another PoE adapter is used.
1.1 Features
The following list describes the design and scope of the ENH200EXT 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 as well as open areas and cross-street architectures make the
installation of LANs either impossible or very expensive.
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 ENH200EXT 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 150Mbps
Capable of handling heavy data payloads such as HD video
streaming
High Output Power up
to 27 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
Point-to-point,
Point-to-multipoint
Wireless Connectivity
Allow clients to transfer data between two or more buildings
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
ENH200EXT includes a proprietary PoE adapter.)
Support Multi-SSID
function (4 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

1.2 Benefits
Access Point Mode 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 ENH200EXT 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.
SNMP Remote
Configuration
Management
Allow administrators to remotely configure or manage the
Access Point.
QoS (WMM) support Enhance user performance and density

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) Wireless Access Point / Client Bridge (ENH200EXT)
(1) 24V/0.6A Power Adapter
(1) PoE Injector (EPE-24R)
(1) Pole Mount Kit
(1) QIG
(1) CD (User Manual)
Using a power adapter other than the one included with the ENH200EXT 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 Port with PoE support
- 1 x SMA Connector
- 1 x Reset
Maximum Wireless Data rate - 150 Mbps
LEDs status - Power Status
- LAN (10/100Mbps)
- WLAN (Wireless is enabled)
- 3 x Link Quality (Client Bridge mode)

1.6 Understanding the ENH200EXT LEDs
The rear of the ENH200EXT 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 ENH200EXT and the network. The following table describes the ENH200 LEDs.
LED Color Mode Status
Power Green OFF= ENH200EXT is not receiving power.
ON= ENH200EXT is receiving power.
LAN Green OFF = ENH200EXT is not connected to the network.
ON = ENH200EXT is connected to the network, but not
sending or receiving data.
Blink = ENH200EXT is sending or receiving data.
WLAN Green Access Point
or Client
Bridge Mode
OFF = ENH200EXT radio is off and the
device is not sending or receiving data over
the wireless LAN.
ON = ENH200EXT radio is on, and the
device is not sending or receiving data over
the wireless LAN.
Blink = ENH200EXT 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
ENH200EXT and the network.
G = good quality (green).
Y = medium quality (yellow).
R = poor or no link (red).

1.7 Hardware installation diagram:
2 Wireless Network Modes
2.1 Access Point Mode
In the Access Point Mode, the ENH200EXT 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 the range. The ENH200EXT
supports 4 different SSIDs simultaneously.

2.2 Access Point with WDS Function Mode
The ENH200EXT also supports WDS functionality while in Access Point Mode. Simply
configure other Access Points and the associated MAC addresses to enlarge the wireless area
by enabling WDS Link Settings. WDS functionality can support up to 8 different AP MAC
addresses.
Not every Access Point supports WDS in Access Point Mode. It is recommended
to use ENH200EXTs if you would like to utilize this functionality.
2.3 Client Bridge Mode
In the Client Bridge Mode, the ENH200EXT functions like a wireless client, connecting to an
Access Point wirelessly and enabling Internet connectivity wherever you want. Use Site Survey

to scan all of the Access Points within range and configure its SSID and Security Password to
associate with it. You can also connect your station to the LAN port of the ENH200EXT via
Ethernet.
2.4 WDS Bridge Mode
In the WDS Bridge Mode, the ENH200EXT can wirelessly connect to different LANs by simply
configuring the MAC Address and Security Settings of other AP’s in the WDS list. This mode is
used when two or more wired LANs are located within a small distance and communication
between them is desired. The best solution is using ENH200EXTs to wirelessly connect the
wired LANs. WDS Bridge Mode can establish up to 4 WDS links; the network diagram is a star
topology.

WDS Bridge Mode is unlike Access Point Mode. APs linked by WDS are using the
same wireless channel, and connecting excessive numbers of APs on the same channel may
result in lower throughput. Please be aware to avoid loop connections; otherwise enable the
Spanning Tree Function.
2.5 Client Router Mode
In the Client Router Mode, the ENH200EXT features an active DHCP server that allows WLAN
clients to share the same Internet connection. Ideally, have clients wirelessly connect to an
AP/WISP and connect to LANs via Ethernet. Client Router Mode is different from the AP
Router Mode. It is not a common application however useful when connects to WISP AP.

3 Configuring Your Computer for TCP/IP
This chapter describes how to configure the TCP/IP settings on a computer that will be used
to configure the ENH200EXT. Because the default operating mode is Client Bridge, an IP
address will not be assigned to the computer/notebook. Therefore, follow the steps below to
assign an IP address to a client’s Ethernet adapter.
3.1 Configuring Microsoft Windows 7
Use the following procedure to configure a computer running Microsoft Windows 7.
1. In the Start menu search box, type: ncpa.cpl
2. When the Network Connections List appears, right-click the Local Area Connection icon
and click Properties.
3. In the Networking tab, click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), and then click
Properties.

4. In the properties dialog box, click Use the following IP address: to configure your
computer for Static TCP/IP. Enter an IP address (i.e. 192.168.1.10), the subnet mask of the
ENH200EXT, and the default gateway which is the ENH200EXT’s IP address, 192.168.1.1.
Note: the subnet mask must match that of the ENH200EXT and the IP address must be on
that subnet.
5. Click the OK button to save your changes and close the dialog box.
6. Click the OK button again to save your changes.

3.2 Configuring Microsoft Windows Vista
Use the following procedure to configure a computer running Microsoft Windows Vista with
the default Windows interface.
1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start, click Control Panel, and then select the Network
and Internet icon.
2. Click View Network Status and tasks and then click Manage Networks Connections.
3. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and click Properties.
4. Click Continue. The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears.
5. In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, verify that Internet Protocol
(TCP/IPv4) is checked. Then select Internet Protocol (TCP/IPv4) and click the Properties
button. The Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties dialog box appears.

6. In the properties dialog box, click Use the following IP address: to configure your
computer for Static TCP/IP. Enter an IP address (i.e. 192.168.1.10), the subnet mask of the
ENH200EXT, and the default gateway which is the ENH200EXT’s IP address, 192.168.1.1.
Note: the subnet mask must match that of the ENH200EXT and the IP address must be on
that subnet.
7. Click the OK button to save your changes and close the dialog box.
8. Click the OK button again to save your changes.

3.3 Configuring Microsoft Windows XP
Use the following procedure to configure a computer running Microsoft Windows XP with the
default Windows interface.
1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start, click Control Panel, and then click Network and
Internet Connections.
2. Click the Network Connections icon.
3. Click Local Area Connection for the Ethernet adapter connected to the ENH200. The
Local Area Connection Status dialog box appears.
4. In the Local Area Connection Status dialog box, click the Properties button. The Local
Area Connection Properties dialog box appears.
5. In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, verify that Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) is checked. Then select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties button.
The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box appears.
6. In the properties dialog box, click Use the following IP address: to configure your
computer for Static TCP/IP. Enter an IP address (i.e. 192.168.1.10), the subnet mask of the
ENH200EXT, and the default gateway which is the ENH200EXT’s IP address, 192.168.1.1.
Note: the subnet mask must match that of the ENH200EXT and the IP address must be on
that subnet.
7. Click the OK button to save your changes and close the dialog box.
8. Click the OK button again to save your changes.