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
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5.1.8.3. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a communication protocol that lets network
administrators centrally manage and automate the assignment of Internet Protocol (IP) addresses
in an organization's network. Using the Internet Protocol, each machine that connects to the
Internet needs a unique IP address, which is assigned when an Internet connection is created for
a specific computer. Without DHCP, the IP address must be entered manually at each computer
in an organization and a new IP address must be entered each time a computer moves to a new
location on the network. DHCP lets a network administrator supervise and distribute IP addresses
from a central point and automatically sends a new IP address when a computer is plugged into a
different place in the network.
DHCP uses the concept of a "lease" or amount of time that a given IP address will be valid for a
computer. The lease time can vary depending on how long a user requires the Internet connection
at a particular location. It's especially useful in education and other environments where users
change frequently. Using very short leases, DHCP can dynamically reconfigure networks in which
there are more computers than there are available IP addresses. The protocol also supports static
addresses for computers that need a permanent IP address, such as Web servers.
5.1.8.4. NAT (Network Address Translation or Network Address Translator)
NAT (Network Address Translation or Network Address Translator) is the translation of an Internet
Protocol address (IP address) used within one network to a different IP address known within
another network. One network is designated as the inside network and the other as the outside.
Typically, a company maps its local inside network addresses to one or more global outside IP
addresses and un-maps the global IP addresses on incoming packets back into local IP addresses.
This helps ensure security since each outgoing or incoming request must go through a translation
process that also offers the opportunity to qualify or authenticate the request or match it to a
previous request. NAT also conserves on the number of global IP addresses that a company needs
and it lets the company use a single IP address in its communication with the world.
NAT is included as part of a router and is often part of a corporate firewall. Network
administrators create a NAT table that does the global-to-local and local-to-global IP address
mapping. NAT can also be used in conjunction with policy routing. NAT can be statically defined or
it can be set up to dynamically translate from and to a pool of IP addresses. NAT lets an
administrator create tables that map:
A local IP address to one global IP address statically
A local IP address to any of a rotating pool of global IP addresses that a company may have
A local IP address plus a particular TCP port to a global IP address or one in a pool of them
A global IP address to any of a pool of local IP addresses on a round-robin basis
NAT is described in general terms in RFC 1631, which discusses NAT's relationship to Classless
Inter-domain Routing (CIDR) as a way to reduce the IP address depletion problem. NAT reduces
the need for a large amount of publicly known IP addresses by creating a separation between
publicly known and privately known IP addresses. CIDR aggregates publicly known IP addresses
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5.1.8.5. RIP v1/v2 (Routing Information Protocol)
RIP (Routing Information Protocol) is a widely-used protocol for managing router information
within a self-contained network such as a corporate local area network or an interconnected
group of such LANs. RIP is classified by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) as one of
several internal gateway protocols (Interior Gateway Protocol).
Using RIP, a gateway host (with a router) sends its entire routing table (which lists all the other
hosts it knows about) to its closest neighbour host every 30 seconds. The neighbour host in
return will pass the information on to its next neighbour and so on until all hosts within the
network have the same knowledge of routing paths, a state known as network convergence. RIP
uses a hop count as a way to determine network distance. Other protocols use more sophisticated
algorithms that include timing as well. Each host with a router in the network uses the routing
table information to determine the next host to route a packet to for a specified destination.
RIP is considered an effective solution for small homogeneous networks. For larger, more
complicated networks, RIP's transmission of the entire routing table every 30 seconds may put a
heavy amount of extra traffic in the network.
5.1.8.6. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is the protocol governing network management and
the monitoring of network devices and their functions. It is not necessarily limited to TCP/IP
networks.
5.1.8.7. SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol)
Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) is a protocol that is used to synchronize computer clock
times in a network of computers. In common with similar protocols, SNTP uses Coordinated
Universal Time (UTC) to synchronize computer clock times to a millisecond, and sometimes to a
fraction of a millisecond.
Accurate time across a network is important for many reasons; even small fractions of a second
can cause problems. For example, distributed procedures depend on coordinated times to ensure
that proper sequences are followed. Security mechanisms depend on coordinated times across the
network. File system updates carried out by a number of computers also depend on synchronized
clock times. Air traffic control systems provide a graphic illustration of the need for coordinated
times, since flight paths require very precise timing (imagine the situation if air traffic controller
computer clock times were not synchronized).
UTC time is obtained using several different methods, including radio and satellite systems.
Specialised receivers are available for high-level services such as the Global Positioning System
(GPS). However, it is not practical or cost-effective to equip every computer with one of these
receivers. Instead, computers designated as primary time servers are outfitted with the receivers
and they use protocols such as SNTP to synchronize the clock times of networked computers.
Degrees of separation from the UTC source are defined as strata. A radio clock (which receives
true time from a dedicated transmitter or satellite navigation system) is stratum-0; a computer
that is directly linked to the radio clock is stratum-1; a computer that receives its time from a
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The term SNTP applies to both the protocol and the client/server programs that run on
computers. The programs are compiled by the user as an SNTP client, SNTP server, or both. In
basic terms, the SNTP client initiates a time request exchange with the time server. As a result of
this exchange, the client is able to calculate the link delay, its local offset, and adjust its local
clock to match the clock at the server's computer. As a rule, six exchanges over a period of about
five to 10 minutes are required to initially set the clock. Once synchronized, the client updates the
clock about once every 10 minutes, usually requiring only a single message exchange. Redundant
servers and varied network paths are used to ensure reliability and accuracy. In addition to
client/server synchronization, SNTP also supports broadcast synchronization of peer computer
clocks. SNTP is designed to be highly fault-tolerant and scalable.
5.1.8.8. ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol)
ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) is a message control and error-reporting protocol
between a host server and a gateway to the Internet. ICMP uses Internet Protocol - IP data-grams,
but the messages are processed by the IP software and are not directly apparent to the application
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6. Operation Mode
There are two modes of operation for Unimax:
i. Modem Router
ii. Bridge
User can select one or the other mode via the web interface of the device.
6.1.1. Modem Router Mode
In Modem Router Mode, Unimax acquires the IP from the ISP, keeps it and shares it with
connected Host PC's via NAT. Unimax gets public/Private IP (IP-2) from ISP via HSPA network
whereas the host PC's get each private IP (IP-1) from DHCP server of the Unimax. NAT converts
network data between IP-1 and IP-2.
[Picture 7: Operation in Modem Router Mode]
6.1.1.1. Quick start modem router mode
Unimax is set to modem router mode by default. In this mode, Unimax is connected to a PC and
user can browse the internet.
6.1.1.2. Configuring host PC’s network environment
To obtain an IP from the DHCP server of the Unimax, refer to steps below.
For Windows XP, connect a PC to the Unimax via an Ethernet cable, click “My Network Places”
and choose Properties.
[Picture 8: Setting Host PC]

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Right click on “Local Area Connection” under Network Connections and select Properties.
[Picture 9: Local Area Connection]
Double click on “Internet Protocol [TCP/IP]” item.
[Picture 10: Internet Protocol TCP/IP]
Check the “Obtain an IP address automatically” and then click OK button.
[Picture 11: Obtain an IP address automatically]

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The Host PC is now configured. Connect Power and Ethernet cables to the Unimax. Ensure that
the U-SIM card has been inserted and then wait for the Send/Receive Data LED to blink.
6.1.2. Bridge Mode
In Bridge mode, the host PC acquires IP from the ISP directly through Unimax. Unimax has a
PPPoE Authenticator internally that communicates with PPPoE on client PC or other Router.
Unimax converts the protocols between PPP to PPPoE, the host PC processes all the network
protocols (similar to dial-up).
[Picture 12: Bridge Mode]
6.1.3. Web-based configuration mode
Unimax can be configured through its web interface.
[Picture 13: Web-based configuration page of Unimax]
To launch the web interface of the Unimax, open a web browser such as Internet explorer for
Windows and type the following IP address in the address bar:
[Picture 14: Web-based configuration page address]
Enter username and password in the pop-up window that prompts for login details. Username
and password is “admin’ by default. This default username and password can be changed through
the system tab.
680
[Picture 15: Log-in window]

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6.1.3.1. Home tab
[Picture 16: Home tab page]
Home tab shows basic information about Unimax.
ITEM
Description
Up Time
Operation time after power
up
Network Time
Time acquired from
network
Firmware
Version
Firmware version of the Unimax
HSPA Version
Firmware version of the 3G module inside the Unimax
Unimax
Status
Network status of the Unimax Router
Network
Status
Status of the 3G module including registration
Current Mode
Modem Router or Bridge Mode
Information
HSPA information
Interface
eth0 (LAN): Unimax IP address
ppp0 (WAN): IP address assigned by the ISP such as Telstra or Optus
Connection
Connect or disconnect from wireless network
[Table 2: Home tab information]

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6.1.3.2. Status Tab
[Picture 17: Device item on Status tab]
Status tab shows statistical information of the Unimax.
ITEM
Description
Select Statistics
Provides access to Device, Route, or Sys log
Device Statistics
Detailed information for each of the items above
[Table 3: Device item information on Status Page]
Device: This option shows amount of data transfer.
Route: This item displays routing table that Unimax has and default gateway received
from ISP.
Syslog: This option provides the detailed sys logs for the device.
6.1.3.3. Ethernet Tab
[Picture 18: Ethernet tab]

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Ethernet tab displays the IP address and Subnet Mask of Unimax.
ITEM
Description
IP Address
IP address of the Unimax router
Subnet Mask
Subnet mask used by the Unimax router
[Table 4: Ethernet tab information]
6.1.3.4. SNMP tab
[Picture 19: SNMP tab]
SNMP tab is used to configure SNMP agent. If this option is selected then remote SNMP manager
can connect to SNMP agent and acquire network information.
ITEM
Description
Activate
- Enable: Enable SNMP
- Disable: Disable SNMP
Read
Community
Name
- Public: Read Community string
- Private: Read Community string disabled
Write
Community
Name
- Public: Write Community string
- Private: Write Community string disabled
System
Name
SNMP agents system name
System
Contact
SNMP agents contact name

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System
Location
SNMP agents location
Trap
Community
Name
- Public: Four Trap event available
- Private: Four Trap event disabled
1st Trap
Server IP
IP address of the first trap server
2nd Trap
Server IP
IP address of the second trap server
Auth. Fail
Trap
- Enable: Generate authentication fail event
- Disable: Do not generate authentication fail event
Cold Start
Trap
- Enable: Generate cold start event when it is below the limited
temperature
- Disable: Do not generate cold start event.
Link UP
Trap
- Enable: Generate Link up event
- Disable: Do not generate Link up event
Link Down
Trap
- Enable: Generate Link down event
- Disable: Do not generate Link down event
[Table 5: SNMP tab information]
6.1.3.5. SNTP tab
[Picture 20: SNTP tab]
SNTP tab is used to select SNTP server.