Motorola MEA 3.1 User manual

MEA
3.1
Vehicle Mounted
Modem
Users Guide
Documentation Revision 3.1.7

Mesh Enabled Access VMM Users Guide
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Table of Contents
1PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................1
1.1 Product Contents......................................................................................................1
2DEVICE INSTALLATION.........................................................................................2
2.1 Software Requirements............................................................................................2
2.2 Equipment Requirements.........................................................................................2
2.3 MAC Address Label Location ..................................................................................3
2.3.1 MAC Address Table .....................................................................................................3
2.4 VMM6300 Assembly Information .............................................................................4
2.5 Installing the VMM6300 Device................................................................................4
2.5.1 Deployment Considerations .........................................................................................5
2.5.1.1 Deployment Tips..............................................................................................5
2.6 Testing the Device Installation.................................................................................5
3DEVICE CONFIGURATION.....................................................................................7
3.1 IP Addressing Considerations.................................................................................7
3.2 Accessing the MEA Device Administration Web Pages........................................7
3.2.1 Administrator and Access Account Information............................................................7
3.2.1.1 Password Information......................................................................................8
3.2.2 Viewing MEA Device Administration Redirect Page....................................................9
3.2.3 Viewing MEA Device Administration Home Page as an Administrator......................10
3.2.4 Viewing MEA Device Administration Home Page as a Normal User.........................11
3.2.5 VMM Device Administration Configuration Tab..........................................................12
3.2.5.1 Viewing the VMM Configuration Tab as an Administrator.............................12
3.2.5.2 Viewing the VMM Configuration Tab as a Normal User................................13
3.2.6 VMM Device Administration Geo Position Tab ..........................................................14
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3.3 Device Addressing Schemes.................................................................................15
3.3.1 Network DHCP Scheme.............................................................................................16
3.3.2 Statically Provisioned Scheme...................................................................................16
3.3.3 User Supplied Scheme...............................................................................................16
3.4 Setting User Supplied IP Addresses .....................................................................17
3.5 External Device Provisioning.................................................................................19
3.5.1 Connecting to the Ethernet Port.................................................................................20
3.6 Working with MeshTray..........................................................................................20
3.6.1 MeshTray Status Information .....................................................................................21
3.6.2 MeshTray Security Tab ..............................................................................................22
3.6.3 MeshTray Authentication Activity ...............................................................................22
4DEVICE MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................24
4.1 Changing the Web Interface Password.................................................................24
4.2 Upgrading the Device Firmware ............................................................................26
4.3 Security Provisioning Web Page...........................................................................28
4.3.1 Provision Username Section......................................................................................28
4.3.2 Provision Groupname Section....................................................................................28
4.4 Resetting the VMM via the Device Administration Web Page.............................29
4.5 Restoring Factory Settings – User Supplied Mode Limitations..........................31
4.5.1 Recovering from VMM Reset-to-Default in User-Supplied Mode...............................31
4.5.1.1 Resetting Device Addressing Mode Using Device Manager.........................31
4.5.1.2 Resetting Device Addressing Mode via Configuration Web Page................31
4.5.1.3 Resetting User-Supplied Parameters via Configuration Web Page..............31
4.6 Restoring Factory Settings – Normal Operations................................................32
5CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION................................................................34
5.1 Obtaining Support...................................................................................................35
5.1.1 System Information.....................................................................................................35
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5.2 Return Material Request.........................................................................................35
5.2.1 Radio Products and Services Division .......................................................................35
5.2.1.1 Radio Products and Services Division Telephone Numbers.........................36
5.2.2 Returning System Components to Motorola ..............................................................36
5.2.3 Returning FREs..........................................................................................................36
6WARRANTY INFORMATION.................................................................................37
7REGULATORY INFORMATION ............................................................................40
7.1 FCC Information......................................................................................................40
7.2 FCC RF Energy Exposure Statement ....................................................................40
7.3 Regulatory and RF Safety Exposure.....................................................................40
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List of Figures
Figure 2-1. VMM External Connection Point ..................................................................4
Figure 2-2. VMM6300 Trunk Mounting............................................................................5
Figure 3-1. Enter Network Password Initial Web Page Authentication Dialog............8
Figure 3-2. MEA Device Administration Redirecting Web Page...................................9
Figure 3-3. MEA Device Administration Home Page (Super User Login)..................10
Figure 3-4. MEA Device Administration Home Page (Normal User Login)................11
Figure 3-5. VMM Device Administration Configuration Page (Super User Login)....12
Figure 3-6. VMM Configuration Page (Normal User Account)....................................14
Figure 3-7. Geo Position Tab (Same view for Super User and Normal accounts)....15
Figure 3-8. Configuration Change Dialog.....................................................................17
Figure 3-9. System Update Save Completed Web Page .............................................18
Figure 3-10. External Device Provisioning Table...........................................................19
Figure 3-11. MeshTray Status Tab (VMM).......................................................................21
Figure 3-12. MeshTray Security Tab (VMM) ...................................................................22
Figure 3-13. MeshTray Authentication Activity tab (VMM) ...........................................23
Figure 4-1. Enter New Password Web Page.................................................................24
Figure 4-2. Confirm Changes Window for Enter New Password ...............................25
Figure 4-3. Password Changed Confirmation Web Page............................................25
Figure 4-4. Update Device Firmware Web Page...........................................................26
Figure 4-5. Confirm Upload Window for Firmware Update.........................................27
Figure 4-6. Firmware Upload Progress Web Page.......................................................27
Figure 4-7. Security Provisioning Web Page ...............................................................28
Figure 4-8. Device Reset Prompt Web Page ................................................................29
Figure 4-9. Device Reset in Progress Page..................................................................30
Figure 4-10. Restore Factory Settings Web Page..........................................................32
Figure 4-11. Confirm Changes Window for Restore Factory Settings.........................33
Figure 4-12. Factory Settings Restored Web Page........................................................33
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1 Product Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the VMM6300 Vehicle Mounted Modem (VMM). The device is
designed to integrate with the Mesh Enabled Access (MEA) wireless communication system
capable of supporting high data rate mobile communication at variable rates of vehicular
speeds. This document provides detailed installation and configuration instructions for the MEA
VMM6300 device.
The VMM6300 is a wireless modem that has been designed for permanent in-vehicle mounting.
It provides access to the MEA network via an Ethernet connection to mobile data terminals,
laptop computers, or any other device that has an Ethernet port. The VMM operates on 12VDC
and is rugged enough for installation in commercial and public safety vehicles. The VMM
provides the same functionality as the WMC6300 to the connected device, including geo-
location.
The VMM efficiently combines the functionality of a MEA subscriber device and client modem
into a single cost-effective wireless network component. This makes it easy for any Ethernet-
ready device to access a MEA mobile broadband network. Computers, IP video cameras,
sensors, signs, signals, etc. can all be Mesh Enabled to send and receive data at burst rates of
up to 6 Mbps. All standard subscriber device functionality including Multi-Hopping™, non-line-
of-sight communications and geo-location services are fully supported.
The MEA Vehicle Mounted Modem allows connection of multiple IP addressable devices using
standard Ethernet connectivity. This allows devices that cannot accept the PCMCIA based
WMC6300 product to function transparently on a MEA network without additional drivers.
1.1 Product Contents
Each MEA VMM is a full-featured wireless networking device. The following is a list of the items
provided with each VMM:
•MEA Vehicle Mounted Modem (flange mount)
•15 foot cable assembly
•1 Mag Mount 0 dBi antenna.
•1 N-type to SMA adapter
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2 Device Installation
2.1 Software Requirements
Two types of software interfaces will be required during the installation and setup process of the
VMM3600 device: MeshManager and the VMM Device Administration web interface.
MeshManager software needs to be installed and running on a network computer prior to VMM
installation and configuration. MeshManager will be used in the VMM setup process to validate
the installation of the device. In addition, MeshManager will be used to manage a VMM and
other subscriber devices within the MEA network.
The VMM Device Administration web interface is used to administer and configure the device
and can be accessed by connecting a PC to the wired interface. Additional information is
provided later in the manual.
Detailed information about MeshManager software and its usage is found in the following
publications: MeshManager User’s Guide and QuickStart for MeshManager.
2.2 Equipment Requirements
A VMM6300 is utilized similarly to a subscriber device within a MEA network and will be used
with the IAP6300 and MWR6300 infrastructure devices.
The following list defines the standard MEA hardware components to install a VMM:
•N-type Antenna Connector
•0dBi Antenna (supplied)
•15 foot cable assembly
The Network Operator must supply the following:
•Mounting Location
•Power Source (12V DC) (from vehicle or other DC power supply)
•A Hub or Switch (if more then 1 Ethernet device will be used)
•Hand tools for bracket installation
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