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ECB-1220R
Wireless Client Bridge
/AP/Router/Client Router
User’s Manual
Version: 1.1

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Table of Contents
1INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................5
FEATURES &BENEFITS .................................................................................................................. 5
PACKAGE CONTENTS ..................................................................................................................... 7
UNIT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................ 7
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS................................................................................................................ 8
APPLICATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 8
NETWORK CONFIGURATION............................................................................................................ 9
a) Ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) Mode.................................................................................................... 9
b) Infrastructure Mode............................................................................................................... 10
2UNDERSTANDING THE HARDWARE.................................................................................11
HARDWARE INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................11
IPADDRESS CONFIGURATION........................................................................................................11
3CLIENT BRIDGE/ROUTER & ROUTER/ AP....................................................................... 13
BRIDGE/BRIDGE ROUTER TO ACCESS POINT................................................................................. 13
ACCESS POINT TO BRIDGE/BRIDGE ROUTER................................................................................. 13
4ACCESS POINT/ROUTER MODE – CONFIG..................................................................... 14
LOGGING IN................................................................................................................................. 14
MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................................................. 16
MANAGEMENT (ROUTER MODE).................................................................................................... 17
OPERATION MODE ....................................................................................................................... 17
STATUS ....................................................................................................................................... 19
STATISTICS.................................................................................................................................. 20
DYNAMIC DNS (ROUTER MODE)................................................................................................... 21
TIME ZONE SETTING (ROUTER MODE)........................................................................................... 22
DENIAL OF SERVICE (DOS) (ROUTER MODE)................................................................................. 23
LOG............................................................................................................................................ 23
UPGRADE FIRMWARE................................................................................................................... 24
SAVE /RELOAD SETTINGS,RESET TO DEFAULT............................................................................. 25
PASSWORD ................................................................................................................................. 26
TCP/IPSETTINGS ....................................................................................................................... 26
LANINTERFACE .......................................................................................................................... 27
4.3.2 SNMPSETTINGS................................................................................................................ 27
WLAN INTERFACE (ROUTER MODE) ............................................................................................. 28
PPPOE....................................................................................................................................... 30
PPTP(POINT-TO-POINT TUNNELING PROTOCOL)(ROUTER MODE)................................................ 31
WIRELESS................................................................................................................................... 33
BASIC SETTINGS (INFRASTRUCTURE,ADHOC)............................................................................... 34
ADVANCED SETTINGS .................................................................................................................. 35
SECURITY ................................................................................................................................... 36
ENCRYPTION DISABLED ............................................................................................................... 37
WEP64-BIT /128-BIT.................................................................................................................. 38
WPA/WPA2 PASSPHRASE.......................................................................................................... 39
WPA/WPA2 RADIUSAUTHENTICATION ..................................................................................... 40
WIRELESS DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM................................................................................................ 40
FIREWALL.................................................................................................................................... 41
MACADDRESS FILTER ................................................................................................................ 43
PORT FORWARDING..................................................................................................................... 43
WEB SITE FILTER......................................................................................................................... 44
DMZ........................................................................................................................................... 45

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4CLIENT BRIDGE/ROUTER MODE – CONFIG.................................................................... 46
LOGGING IN................................................................................................................................. 46
MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................................................. 48
OPERATION MODE ....................................................................................................................... 49
STATUS ....................................................................................................................................... 50
STATISTICS.................................................................................................................................. 51
LOG............................................................................................................................................ 51
UPGRADE FIRMWARE................................................................................................................... 52
SAVE /RELOAD SETTINGS,RESET TO DEFAULT............................................................................. 52
PASSWORD ................................................................................................................................. 53
TCP/IPSETTINGS ....................................................................................................................... 54
LANINTERFACE .......................................................................................................................... 54
STATIC IPADDRESS..................................................................................................................... 55
DHCPCLIENT............................................................................................................................. 55
DHCPSERVER ........................................................................................................................... 56
SNMPSETTINGS ........................................................................................................................ 57
CLIENT BRIDGE ROUTER.............................................................................................................. 58
WLAN INTERFACE....................................................................................................................... 58
PPPOE....................................................................................................................................... 59
WIRELESS................................................................................................................................... 61
BASIC SETTINGS.......................................................................................................................... 61
ADVANCED SETTINGS .................................................................................................................. 62
SECURITY ................................................................................................................................... 64
ENCRYPTION DISABLED ............................................................................................................... 64
WEP64-BIT /128-BIT.................................................................................................................. 65
WPA/WPA2 /WPA2 MIXED PASSPHRASE .................................................................................. 66
WIRELESS SITE SURVEY......................................................................................................................... 67
APPENDIX A – FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT.................................................................. 68
APPENDIX B – IC STATEMENT................................................................................................... 69

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Revision History
Version Date Notes
1.0 March 21, 2008 Created
1.1 March 22, 2008 Chapters added

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1 Introduction
The Wireless Client Bridge/AP/Router/Bridge Router device operates seamlessly in
the 2.4 GHz frequency spectrum supporting the 802.11b (2.4GHz, 11Mbps) and
faster 802.11g (2.4GHz, 54Mbps) wireless standards. It's the best way to add
wireless capability to your existing wired network, or to add bandwidth to your
wireless installation.
ECB-1220R has high transmitted output power and high receivable sensitivity. High
output power and high sensitivity can extend range and coverage to reduce the
roaming between APs to get more stability wireless connection. It also can reduce
the expense of equipment in the same environment.
To protect your wireless connectivity, it can encrypt all wireless transmissions through
64/128-bit WEP data encryption and also supports WPA/WPA2. The MAC address
filter lets you select exactly which stations should have access to your network. User
isolation function can protect the private network between client users.
This chapter describes the features & benefits, package contents, applications, and
network configuration.
Features & Benefits
Features Benefits
Client Bridge/AP/Router/Client Router
High Speed Data Rate Up to 54Mbps Capable of handling heavy data payloads
such as MPEG video streaming
High Output Power Solution Excellent output power spreads the
operation distance
IEEE 802.11b/g Compliant Fully Interoperable with IEEE
802.11b/IEEE802.11g compliant devices

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SNMP Remote Configuration
Management
Help administrators to remotely
configure or manage the Access Point
easily.
Point-to-point, Point-to-multipoint
Wireless Connectivity
Let users transfer data between two
buildings or multiple buildings
DoS (Denial of Service) protection Prevent from well-known DoS attack
Built-in 4-port Switch automatically
detects cable type Easy local connectivity
Web-based configuration Simple and intuitive network management
Firmware change via the Web-based
configuration screen Allow easy upgrade/restore/dump system
configuration via web interface
System log Logging critical event according to
network manager’s criteria
WPA2/WPA/ IEEE 802.1x support Powerful data security
DHCP Client/ Server Simplifies network administration
Universal Repeater The easiest way to expand your wireless
network's coverage
Keep personal setting Keep the latest setting when firmware
upgrade
Router/AP Mode
NAT Router Multiple computer Internet Access, also
act as natural firewall
UPnP(Universal Plug and Play) Friendly to special application e.g. instant
messenger, VoIP
Port forwarding Set up application server (FTP, Web,
Email, …) on LAN
Access control WLAN-to-WAN access control
(allow/disallow), prevent users from
access unwanted content
Firewall Prevent malicious access from Internet
Hide SSID Avoids unallowable users sharing
bandwidth, increases efficiency of the
network
WDS (Wireless Distributed System) Make wireless AP and Bridge mode
simultaneously as a wireless repeater
MAC address filtering Ensures secure network connection

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User isolation support Protect the private network between
client users.
Client Router mode
PPPoE function support Easy to access internet via ISP service
authentication
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 package.
hOne Wireless Client Bridge Unit
hOne Switching Power Adapter (12V/ 1.25A)
hOne CAT5 UTP Cable
hOne CD-ROM with User’s Manual
Unit Description
Omni Directional
Antenna
Router/AP/Client
Bridge/Client Router

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System Requirements
The following are the minimum system requirements in order configure the
device.
hPC/AT compatible computer with Ethernet interface.
hOperating system that supports HTTP web-browser
Applications
The wireless LAN products are easy to install and highly efficient. The following list
describes some of the many applications 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. Historic
buildings, older buildings, open areas and across busy streets 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.
c) The ability to access real-time information
Doctors/nurses, point-of-sale employees, and warehouse workers can
access real-time information while dealing with patients, serving
customers and processing information.
d) Frequently changed environments
Show rooms, meeting rooms, retail stores, and manufacturing sites where
frequently rearrange the workplace.
e) Small Office and Home Office (SOHO) networks
SOHO users need a cost-effective, easy and quick installation of a small

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network.
f) Wireless extensions to Ethernet networks
Network managers in dynamic environments can minimize the overhead
caused by moves, extensions to networks, and other changes with
wireless LANs.
g) Wired LAN backup
Network managers implement wireless LANs to provide backup for
mission-critical applications running on wired networks.
h) Training/Educational facilities
Training sites at corporations and students at universities use wireless
connectivity to ease access to information, information exchanges, and
learning.
Network Configuration
To better understand how the wireless LAN products work together to create a
wireless network, it might be helpful to depict a few of the possible wireless LAN PC
card network configurations. The wireless LAN products can be configured as:
a) Ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) for departmental or SOHO LANs.
b) Infrastructure for enterprise LANs.
a) Ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) Mode
This is the simplest network configuration with several computers
equipped with the PC Cards that form a wireless network whenever they
are within range of one another. In ad-hoc mode, each client is peer-to-
peer, would only have access to the resources of the other client and
does not require an access point. This is the easiest and least expensive
way for the SOHO to set up a wireless network. The image below depicts
a network in ad-hoc mode.

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b) Infrastructure Mode
The infrastructure mode requires the use of an access point (AP). In this
mode, all wireless communication between two computers has to be via
the AP. It doesn’t matter if the AP is stand-alone or wired to an Ethernet
network. If used in stand-alone, the AP can extend the range of
independent wireless LANs by acting as a repeater, which effectively
doubles the distance between wireless stations. The image below depicts
a network in infrastructure mode.

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2 Understanding the Hardware
Hardware Installation
1 Place the unit in an appropriate place after conducting a site survey.
2 Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the RJ-45 port of the device and another
end into your PC/Notebook.
3 Insert the DC-inlet of the power adapter into the port labeled “DC-IN” and the
other end into the power socket on the wall.
This diagram depicts the hardware configuration
IP Address Configuration
This device can be configured as a Client Bridge or Access Point. The default IP
address of the device is 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.1.2. In order to log into this device,
you must first configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook.
1. In the control panel, double click Network Connections and then double click on
the connection of your Network Interface Card (NIC). You will then see the
following screen.
Brid
g
e/APPC
Power Outlet
Ethernet
AC/DC cable

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2. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click on the Properties button. This
will allow you to configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook.
3. Select Use the following IP Address radio button and then enter the IP address
and subnet mask. Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same
subnet as the device.
For Example: Device IP address: 192.168.1.1
PC IP address: 192.168.1.10
PC subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
4. Click on the OK button to close this window, and once again to close LAN
properties window.

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3 Client Bridge/Router & Router/ AP
This device can be configured as a Bridge or Access Point. The default IP address
of the device is 192.168.1.1 in Client Bridge/Client Router mode. The default IP
address of the device is 192.168.1.2 in AP/Router mode. This chapter will describe
the steps to switch from Bridge to Access Point and Access Point to Bridge.
Bridge/Bridge Router to Access Point
1 Enter the default IP address (192.168.1.2) of the bridge into the address bar of
the web-browser.
2 By default, a user name and password has not been configured. If you have
configured a user name and password, please enter them into the field to
continue
3 Once you have logged in, click on the Operation Mode link under the
Management menu.
4 Since this device is currently in Bridge mode, the Bridge radio button will be
selected by default.
5 Select the AP radio button to and then click on the Apply Change to switch the
operation mode to Access Point.
6 Wait for about 1 minute and the device will automatically restart into Access
Point mode.
Access Point to Bridge/Bridge Router
1 Enter the default IP address (192.168.1.1) of the bridge into the address bar of
the web-browser.
2 By default, a user name and password has not been configured. If you have
configured a user name and password, please enter them into the field to
continue
3 Once you have logged in, click on the Operation Mode link under the
Management menu.

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4 Since this device is currently in Access Point mode, the AP radio button will be
selected by default.
5 Select the Bridge or Bridge Router radio button to and then click on the Apply
Change to switch the operation mode to Bridge.
6 Wait for about 1 minute and the device will automatically restart into Bridge
mode.
4 Access Point/Router Mode – Config
Logging In
To configure the AP through the web-browser, type IP address (default: 192.168.1.2)
into the address bar of the web-browser and press Enter.
Make sure that the ECB-1220R and your computers are on the same subnet. Refer
to Chapter 2 in order to configure the IP address of your computer.
Username：admin; Password：admin

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After logging in you will graphical user interface (GUI) of the bridge. The navigation
drop-down menu on left is divided into three main sections:
1. Management: This includes operation mode, status, statistics, logs, upgrade
firmware, save/reload settings, and password.
2. TCP/IP Settings: This includes the configuration of the LAN port and settings for
the LAN IP, subnet mask, DHCP client, spanning tree and MAC cloning.
3. Wireless: This includes the basic, advanced, security and site-survey settings for
the wireless interface.
The Bridge status page is also displayed once you have logged in. This includes
details about the system, wireless, and TCP/IP configuration.
System
oUptime: Duration of time since the device was last reset.
oFirmware version: Version of the firmware that is currently loaded on the
device.
Wireless Configuration:

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oMode: Wireless configuration mode such as Client Bridge, AP, or WDS.
oBand: Frequency and IEEE 802.11 operation mode (b-only, g-only, or b+g).
oSSID: The name used to identify the wireless network.
oChannel Number: The channel used to communicate on the wireless
network.
oEncryption: The type of security used on this network. It may be disabled,
WEP, WPA, etc.
oBSSID: The MAC address of the SSID.
oState: The current state of the bridge. It may be scanning or associated or
disabled.
oSignal Strength: The signal strength of the wireless device.
oNoise Level: The level of interference.
TCP/IP Configuration:
oAttain IP Protocol: The IP address setting may be fixed or static.
oIP Address: Displays the current IP address of the LAN port.
oSubnet Mask: Displays the current subnet mask for the IP address.
oDefault Gateway: Displays the default gateway for the device.
oDHCP: Displays the DHCP setting.
oMAC Address: Displays the MAC address of the device.
Management
Click on the Management link on the navigation
drop-down menu. You will then see five options:
operation mode, status, statistics, log, upgrade
firmware, save/reload settings, and password.
Each option is described below.

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Management (Router mode)
Operation Mode
Click on the Operation Mode link under the Management menu. The Operation
Mode allows you to switch from Client Bridge to Access Point mode/Router Mode.

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Select the AP, Bridge or Bridge Router and then click on the Apply Change button.
Please wait and then enter the specified IP address into the web-browser. The
previous settings will be retained in AP mode. .
Refer to Chapter 5 to learn how to configure this device in Access Point mode.

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Status
Click on the Status link under the Management menu. The Status page is the first
page that is displayed once you have logged in. This includes details about the
system, wireless, and TCP/IP configuration.

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System
oUptime: Duration of time since the device was last reset.
oFirmware version: Version of the firmware that is currently loaded on the
device.
Wireless Configuration:
oMode: Wireless configuration mode such as Client Bridge, AP, or WDS.
oBand: Frequency and IEEE 802.11 operation mode (b-only, g-only, or b+g).
oSSID: The name used to identify the wireless network.
oChannel Number: The channel used to communicate on the wireless
network.
oEncryption: The type of security used on this network. It may be disabled,
WEP, WPA, etc.
oBSSID: The MAC address of the SSID.
oState: The current state of the bridge. It may be scanning or associated or
disabled.
oSignal Strength: The signal strength of the wireless device.
oNoise Level: The level of interference.
TCP/IP Configuration:
oAttain IP Protocol: The IP address setting may be fixed or static.
oIP Address: Displays the current IP address of the LAN port.
oSubnet Mask: Displays the current subnet mask for the IP address.
oDefault Gateway: Displays the default gateway for the device.
oDHCP: Displays the DHCP setting.
oMAC Address: Displays the MAC address of the device.
Statistics
Click on the Statistics link under the Management menu. This page displays the
number of sent and received packets on the Ethernet and Wireless interface.