Maxon Unimax User manual

Unimax Manual
VERSION 2.1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Unimax Manual............................................................................................................................ 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................................................................................................. 2
1. RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE ............................................................................................. 4
1.1.1. CAUTION .......................................................................................................................... 4
2. Unimax Technical Specifications ....................................................................................... 5
3. Revision History ................................................................................................................ 6
4. Contact Information .......................................................................................................... 7
5. Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 8
5.1.1. Overview ........................................................................................................................... 8
5.1.2. Appearance....................................................................................................................... 8
5.1.3. Main features.................................................................................................................... 8
5.1.4. Hardware composition ...................................................................................................... 9
5.1.5. Software composition ........................................................................................................ 9
5.1.6. Firmware .......................................................................................................................... 9
5.1.7. Status LED ....................................................................................................................... 9
5.1.8. Protocol Descriptions: ......................................................................................................10
5.1.8.1. PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) .................................................................................10
5.1.8.2. PPPoE (point-to-point protocol over Ethernet) .......................................................10
5.1.8.3. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) .......................................................11
5.1.8.4. NAT (Network Address Translation or Network Address Translator).......................11
5.1.8.5. RIP v1/v2 (Routing Information Protocol) ..............................................................12
5.1.8.6. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) ......................................................12
5.1.8.7. SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol) ...................................................................12
5.1.8.8. ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol)..............................................................13
6. Operation Mode ............................................................................................................... 14
6.1.1. Modem Router Mode ........................................................................................................14
6.1.1.1. Quick start modem router mode ...........................................................................14
6.1.1.2. Configuring host PC’s network environment..........................................................14
6.1.2. Bridge Mode.....................................................................................................................16
6.1.3. Web-based configuration mode ........................................................................................16
6.1.3.1. Home tab..............................................................................................................17
6.1.3.2. Status Tab............................................................................................................18
6.1.3.3. Ethernet Tab ........................................................................................................18
6.1.3.4. SNMP tab .............................................................................................................19
6.1.3.5. SNTP tab ..............................................................................................................20
6.1.3.6. DNS tab................................................................................................................21
6.1.3.7. DHCP tab .............................................................................................................21
6.1.3.8. NAT Tab ...............................................................................................................22
6.1.3.9. Mode tab ..............................................................................................................23
6.1.3.10. Router tab ............................................................................................................25
6.1.3.11. AT ........................................................................................................................25
6.1.3.12. VRRP tab..............................................................................................................26
6.1.3.13. System tab ...........................................................................................................26
6.1.3.14. Backup Tab..........................................................................................................27

6.1.3.15. Reboot tab ............................................................................................................27
6.1.3.16. Upgrade tab..........................................................................................................28
7. Usage ............................................................................................................................... 29
7.1.1. Operation mode ...............................................................................................................29
7.1.1.1. Modem Router Mode.............................................................................................29
7.1.1.2. Bridge mode .........................................................................................................29
7.1.2. Advance Configurations ...................................................................................................34
7.1.2.1. Virtual Server .......................................................................................................34
7.1.2.2. DMZ Server ..........................................................................................................35
7.1.3. Factory Default Function .................................................................................................36

1. RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE
The use of this device in any other type of host configuration may not comply with the RF
exposure requirements and should be avoided. During operation, a 20 cm separation distance
should be maintained between the antenna, whether extended or retracted, and the
user’s/bystander’s body (excluding hands, wrists, feet, and ankles) to ensure RF exposure
compliance.
1.1.1. CAUTION
Change or modification without the express consent of Maxon Australia Pty. Ltd. voids the user’s
authority to use the equipment. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in an appropriate installation. The modem is a transmitting device with
similar output power to a mobile phone. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not used in accordance with instructions, can cause harmful radiation to
radio communication. Use only the supplied or an approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas,
modifications, or attachments could impair call quality, damage the device, or result in violation
of RF exposure regulations.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If the
equipment does cause harmful interference in radio and television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Re-orient or relocate the receiving radio or TV antenna
Increase the separation distance between the equipment and the receiver
Contact Maxon Australia Technical Support for assistance.
NOTES
The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Maxon Australia
could void the warrantee.
POTENTIALLY UNSAFE AREAS
Posted facilities: Turn off this device in any facility or area when posted notices require
you to do so.
Blasting areas: Turn off your device where blasting is in progress. Observe restrictions
and follow any regulations or rules.
Potentially explosive atmospheres: Turn off your device when you are in any area with a
potentially explosive atmosphere. Obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas
could cause an explosion or fire, resulting in bodily injury or death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked.
They include:
fuelling areas such as gas or petrol stations
below deck on boats
transfer or storage facilities for fuel or chemicals
vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas, such as propane or butane
areas when the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal
powders
Avoid using the modem in areas that emit electromagnetic waves or enclosed
metallic structures e.g. lifts.
any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your engine

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2. Unimax Technical Specifications
All data and information contained in or disclosed by this document are confidential and
proprietary information of Maxon Australia, and all rights therein are expressly reserved. By
accepting this material, the recipient agrees that this material and the information contained
therein are held in confidence and in trust and will not be used, copied, reproduced in whole or in
part, nor its contents revealed in any manner to others without the express written permission of
Maxon Australia.
This information provided in this document is provided on an “as is” basis.
In no event will Maxon Australia be liable for any damages arising directly or indirectly from any
use of information contained in this document.
Information in this document is preliminary and subjected to change without any notice.
Disclaimers
Life support –This product is not designed for use in life support appliances or systems where
malfunction of these products can reasonably be expected to result in personal injury.
Maxon Australia Pty Ltd. customers using or selling these products for use in such applications
do so at their own risk and agree to fully indemnify Maxon Australia Pty Ltd. for any damages
resulting from such application.
Right to make change
Maxon Australia reserves the right to make changes, without notice, in the products, including
circuits and software, described or contained herein in order to improve design and/or
performance.

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3. Revision H i s t o r y
Product Name
Maxon Unimax Industrial Ethernet Router
Document Type
FDS
Current Version Number
2.1
Status of the Document
Public Release
Revision Date
2013-07-04
Total Number of Pages
35
-Revision History
Level
Date
History
1.0
June 20th 2008
Internal Release Version
1.1
2013-07-04
Maxon Australia

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4. Contact Information
Depending on the nature of your inquiry, please feel free to contact the following senior personnel:
Sales, Marketing & Corporate:
Technical Support:
Phone: [phone] Email: [email protected].au
Sales:
Phone: [phone] Email: [email protected]

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5. Introduction
5.1.1. Overview
Unimax, HSDPA Ethernet Router performs data communication functions between wired-LAN
(Local Area Network) and wireless WAN (Wide Area Network) using HSPA cellular station
wirelessly. Unimax has various input voltage range that can support from 9~30 [VDC] which
provides compatibility for platforms utilizing various industrial applications.
5.1.2. Appearance
5.1.3. Main features
Wireless Internet/Network
10/100Mbps Ethernet Port
32-bit RISC Network System on Chip
Adopt Embedded Operating System
System clock 150MHz (CPU) and 133MHz (BUS)
User friendly Web-based Management Tool
3-Status LED indicator
Supports various network Protocol
Support 10/100M Auto-sensing
DHCP Server
Web Page Access Security
MAC Filtering
Configuration Backup and Restore
Scheduler
Ping, NAT, SNMP, SNTP, VRRP & ICMP
FOTA –Remote Web firmware updating via HTTP or TFTP
Wide Range supply voltage from 9 to 30[VDC]

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5.1.4. Hardware composition
Modem package content includes:
1 x Unimax
1 x Ethernet cable (Direct)
1 x DC Power lead
1 x FME female antenna
5.1.5. Software composition
Unimax has a web-based configuration page and the default IP of the device is 192.168.0.1.
5.1.6. Firmware
Firmware version: UNIMAX-S0.1.4-p21
5.1.7. Status LED
Unimax has 3-status LED for indicating the current state.
[Picture 2: Front of Unimax]

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LED
Display
Description
Wireless
Signal
ON
Indicates the RF sensitivity status is good
(RSSI<-85 dBm)
BLINKING
Indicates the RF sensitivity status is not good
(-85< RSSI<-90 dBm)
OFF
Indicates the RF sensitivity status is poor
(RSSI>-90 dBm)
Send/Receive
Data
BLINKING
Indicates that data is being sent
OFF
Indicates no data is being sent
POWER
ON
Indicates main power is ON
OFF
Indicates main power is OFF
[Table 1. Status LED information]
5.1.8. Protocol Descriptions:
5.1.8.1. PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol)
PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) is a protocol for communication between two computers using a
serial interface, typically a personal computer connected by phone line to a server. For example,
your Internet service provider may provide you with a PPP connection so that the provider's server
can respond to your requests, pass them on to the Internet, and forward your requested Internet
responses back to you. PPP uses the Internet protocol (IP) and is designed to handle others. It is
sometimes considered a member of the TCP/IP suite of protocols. Relative to the Open Systems
Interconnection (OSI) reference model, PPP provides layer 2 (data-link layer) service. Essentially, it
packages your computer's TCP/IP packets and forwards them to the server where they can
actually be put on the Internet.
PPP is a full-duplex protocol that can be used on various physical media, including twisted pair or
fiber optic lines or satellite transmission. It uses a variation of High Speed Data Link Control
(HDLC) for packet encapsulation.
5.1.8.2. PPPoE (point-to-point protocol over Ethernet)
PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) is a specification for connecting multiple computer
users on an Ethernet local area network to a remote site via a modem. PPPoE can be used to have
an office or building-full of users share a common Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), cable modem, or
wireless connection to the Internet. PPPoE combines the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), commonly
used in dialup connections, with the Ethernet protocol, which supports multiple users in a local
area network. The PPP protocol information is encapsulated within an Ethernet frame.
PPPoE has the advantage that neither the telephone company nor the Internet service provider
(ISP) needs to provide any special support. Unlike dialup connections, DSL and cable modem
connections are "always on." Since a number of different users are sharing the same physical
connection to the remote service provider, a way is needed to keep track of which user traffic
should go to and which user should be billed. PPPoE provides for each user-remote site session to
learn each other's network addresses (during an initial exchange called "discovery"). Once a
session is established between an individual user and the remote site (for example, an Internet
service provider), the session can be monitored for billing purposes.