Lantronix WiPort User manual

WiPort™ User Guide
Part Number 900-332
Revision F November 2005

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Copyright and Trademark
© 2005, Lantronix. All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be
transmitted or reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission
of Lantronix. Printed in the United States of America.
WiPort, with its patent-pending technology, is a trademark of Lantronix.
Ethernet is a trademark of XEROX Corporation. UNIX is a registered trademark of
The Open Group. Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT, and
Windows XP are trademarks of Microsoft Corp. Netscape is a trademark of Netscape
Communications Corporation.
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Disclaimer and Revisions
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This device is intended only for OEM Integrators of Mobile Equipment. The OEM
integrators should be aware of the following important issues.
Labeling of the End Product
The end product to integrate this module has to be clearly identified on the label that
this end product contains an FCC approved RF module. The format of such
statement could be "Contains Transmitter with FCC ID: R68WIPORT" or similar.
Integration Note
a) This module is authorized under limited module approval specified to mobile host
equipment. So, the antenna must be installed such that a minimum of 20cm is
maintained between the antenna and users.
b) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or
antenna.
As long as the 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be
required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product
for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (for
example, digital device emission, PC peripheral requirements, etc.)
Note 2: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for example
certain laptop configurations, general purpose PCMCIA or similar cards, or
co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC authorization is no longer
considered valid and the FCC ID can not be used on the final product
(including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC authorization.
Note 3: Changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved
by Lantronix will void the user's authority to operate this device.

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Contents
Copyright and Trademark _________________________________________________2
Contacts ______________________________________________________________2
Disclaimer and Revisions _________________________________________________3
1: Using This Guide 8
Purpose and Audience ___________________________________________________8
Chapter Summary _______________________________________________________8
Additional Documentation _________________________________________________9
2: Introduction 10
Capabilities ___________________________________________________________10
Applications ___________________________________________________________10
Protocol Support _______________________________________________________11
Configuration Methods __________________________________________________11
Addresses and Port Numbers _____________________________________________11
Hardware Address __________________________________________________________11
IP Address_________________________________________________________________12
Port Numbers ______________________________________________________________12
3: Using DeviceInstaller 13
Accessing WiPort using DeviceInstaller _____________________________________13
Viewing the WiPort’s Current Configuration __________________________________13
4: Configuration Using Web-Manager 16
Accessing WiPort Web-Manager using DeviceInstaller__________________________16
Network Configuration ___________________________________________________17
Automatic IP Address Configuration _____________________________________________18
Static IP Address Configuration ________________________________________________19
Server Configuration ____________________________________________________19
Host List Configuration __________________________________________________20
Channel 1 and Channel 2 Configuration _____________________________________21
Serial Settings ______________________________________________________________21
Connection Settings - TCP ____________________________________________________23
Connection Settings - UDP ____________________________________________________26
Email Configuration _____________________________________________________27
Trigger Configuration ________________________________________________________28
WLAN Configuration ____________________________________________________29
Configurable Pin Settings ________________________________________________32
Updating Settings ______________________________________________________34
Applying Factory Default Settings? _________________________________________34
5: Configuration via Serial Mode or Telnet Port 35
Accessing Setup Mode __________________________________________________35
Telnet Access ______________________________________________________________35
Serial Port Access___________________________________________________________36

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Server Configuration ____________________________________________________37
Set the IP Address __________________________________________________________37
Set the Gateway IP Address___________________________________________________37
Set the Netmask ____________________________________________________________37
Change Telnet Configuration Password __________________________________________38
DHCP Name _______________________________________________________________38
Channel 1 and Channel 2 Configuration _____________________________________39
Baudrate __________________________________________________________________39
I/F (Interface) Mode _________________________________________________________39
Flow______________________________________________________________________40
Port Number _______________________________________________________________41
Connect Mode______________________________________________________________42
Send the Escape Sequence (+++) in Modem Mode_________________________________48
Auto Increment Source Port ___________________________________________________48
Remote IP Address __________________________________________________________48
Remote Port _______________________________________________________________49
DisConnMode ______________________________________________________________49
Flush Mode ________________________________________________________________50
DisConnTime (Inactivity Timeout)_______________________________________________51
SendChar 1 and SendChar2___________________________________________________51
Telnet Terminal Type ________________________________________________________53
Channel (Port) Password _____________________________________________________53
Email Configuration _____________________________________________________53
Mail Server ________________________________________________________________54
Unit Name _________________________________________________________________54
Domain Name ______________________________________________________________54
Recipient 1 ________________________________________________________________54
Recipient 2 ________________________________________________________________54
Trigger 1 __________________________________________________________________54
Trigger 2 __________________________________________________________________55
Trigger 3 __________________________________________________________________55
WLAN Settings ________________________________________________________55
Enable WLAN ______________________________________________________________55
Topology __________________________________________________________________55
Network Name (SSID) _______________________________________________________55
Adhoc Network Channel ______________________________________________________56
Security ___________________________________________________________________56
WEP _____________________________________________________________________56
WPA _____________________________________________________________________56
Fixed or Automatic Data Rate__________________________________________________57
Transmission Data Rate ______________________________________________________57
Enable Power Management ___________________________________________________57
Transmission Power Level ____________________________________________________58
Expert Settings ________________________________________________________58
TCP Keepalive Time _________________________________________________________58
ARP Cache Timeout _________________________________________________________58
Enable High Performance_____________________________________________________58
HTTP Port Number __________________________________________________________59

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SMTP Port Number__________________________________________________________59
MTU Size _________________________________________________________________59
Alternate MAC Address ______________________________________________________59
Ethernet Connection Type ____________________________________________________59
Security Settings _______________________________________________________59
Disable SNMP______________________________________________________________60
SNMP Community Name _____________________________________________________60
Disable Telnet Setup_________________________________________________________60
Disable TFTP Firmware Upgrade _______________________________________________60
Disable Port 77FE (Hex) ______________________________________________________60
Disable Web Server _________________________________________________________60
Disable Web Setup __________________________________________________________60
Disable ECHO Ports _________________________________________________________60
Enable Encryption___________________________________________________________61
Enable Enhanced Password___________________________________________________61
Disable Port 77F0 (Hex) ______________________________________________________61
Default Settings ________________________________________________________61
Channel 1 Configuration ______________________________________________________61
Channel 2 Configuration ______________________________________________________62
WLAN Settings _____________________________________________________________62
*On select models only _____________________________________________________________62
Expert Settings _____________________________________________________________62
Security Settings ____________________________________________________________63
*On select models only _____________________________________________________________63
Email Settings ______________________________________________________________63
Exit Configuration Mode _________________________________________________63
6: Configurable Pins 64
Defaults Settings: ___________________________________________________________64
Features: __________________________________________________________________64
Control Protocol________________________________________________________64
Guidelines _________________________________________________________________64
Commands ________________________________________________________________65
Examples_____________________________________________________________67
7: Monitor Mode 69
Entering Monitor Mode via the Serial Port____________________________________69
Entering Monitor Mode via the Network Port__________________________________69
Monitor Mode Commands ________________________________________________69
8: Updating Firmware 71
Obtaining Firmware _____________________________________________________71
Reloading Firmware ____________________________________________________71
Using TFTP: Graphical User Interface ___________________________________________71
Using TFTP: Command Line Interface ___________________________________________72
Recovering the Firmware Using the Serial Port ____________________________________72
9: Troubleshooting 73
Diagnostic LED States___________________________________________________73
Problems and Error Messages ____________________________________________74

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Technical Support ______________________________________________________77

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1: : U Us si in ng g T Th hi is s G Gu ui id de e
Purpose and Audience
This guide provides the information needed to configure, use and update the
WiPortTM and is intended for software developers and system integrators who are
embedding the WiPort in their designs. This User Guide covers WiPort Device
Server versions WP2001000-01, WP2002000-01, WP2004000-01 (WiPort-485), and
WP2001000G-02 (WiPort-G).
Note: For the WiPort model WP2001000M-02, additional information can be found in
the Modbus Protocol User Guide located at
www.lantronix.com/support/documentation.html .
Chapter Summary
The remaining chapters in this guide include:
Introduction Describes the main features of the WiPort and the protocols it
supports.
Using DeviceInstaller Provides information for viewing the WiPort’s configuration using
DeviceInstaller.
Configuration Using Web-
Manager Details configuration using the Web-Manager to set parameters
such as port and server properties.
Configuration via Serial Mode or
Telnet Port Provides instructions for accessing Setup Mode (command line
interface) using a Telnet connection through the network or a
terminal or terminal emulation program through the serial port.
Details the parameters that you must configure.
Configurable Pins Provides instructions for configuring the eleven General Purpose
I/O pins.
Monitor Mode Provides instructions for accessing and using the command line
interface for monitoring the network and diagnosing problems.
Updating Firmware Provides instructions for obtaining the latest firmware and updating
the WiPort.
Troubleshooting Describes common problems and error messages and how to
contact Lantronix Technical Support. Also provides information on
diagnostic LEDs.

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Additional Documentation
The following guides are available on the product CD and the Lantronix web site
(www.lantronix.com)
WiPort Development Kit Quick
Start Guide Briefly explains the basics to get the WiPort up
and running.
WiPort Integration Guide Provides information about the WiPort
hardware and integrating the WiPort into
another product.

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2: : I In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n
WiPort is a wireless embedded device server that provides a network-enabling
solution based on the IEEE 802.11b wireless standard. WiPort allows Original
Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to add wireless connectivity to their products by
incorporating it onto a circuit board.
The WiPort functions independently of a PC, providing a fully integrated solution that
combines a processor, memory, 802.11b, 802.11g transceiver, and dual high-speed
serial ports into a single compact module. It includes an operating system, an
embedded Web server, and a full TCP/IP protocol stack. In addition, the WiPort
sends email alerts and supports numerous other network communication protocols,
including ARP, UDP, TCP, ICMP, Telnet, AutoIP, DHCP, HTTP, SNMP, and SMTP.
Both Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wireless Protected Access (WPA) are
available for security. WEP uses an RC4 encryption algorithm with a 64-bit or 128-bit
key. This key jumbles the data before it is sent over the airwaves. WPA is more
secure because re-keying is required. With WPA, the re-keying of global encryption
keys is required. This key is changed using TKIP for unicast traffic.
For OEMs who wish to customize the user interface by employing common and
familiar tools, the WiPort serves applets to a Web browser, resulting in interactive
Web pages. This customization of HTML Web pages and configuration screens
tailors the WiPort to fit unique requirements.
Capabilities
The WiPort device server has the following capabilities:
 Communication between TCP and UDP to serial.
 Wireless interface (802.11b and 802.11g) with WEP or WPA protection.
 Ethernet interface.
 Email notification of configurable alarms and events.
 Upgradeable firmware.
 SNMP monitoring.
 Connects devices through a TCP or UDP data channel to computers or to
another device server.
 Contains a web server allowing presentation of custom content and easy
configuration through the browser.
 Contains eleven programmable I/O pins used to monitor or control attached
devices.
Applications
The WiPort device server connects serial devices such as those listed below to
wireless and Ethernet networks using the IP protocol family.