PheeNet WAS-103R User manual
Wireless Hot Spot
Gateway
WAS-103R
User Manual Version 1.03
TableofContents
Chapter 1. Before You Start .................................................................................................................1
1.1 Preface............................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Package Contents ...........................................................................................................................1
Chapter 2. System Overview ...............................................................................................................2
2.1 Introduction of WAS-103R ............................................................................................................2
2.2 System Concept..............................................................................................................................2
2.3 Hardware Descriptions...................................................................................................................3
2.4 Installation Steps............................................................................................................................5
2.5 Instruction to Web Management Interface .....................................................................................6
Chapter 3. AP Mode Configuration .....................................................................................................8
3.1 Connect WAS-103R to the external Network ................................................................................9
3.1.1 Network Requirement................................................................................................................. 9
3.1.2 Configure LAN IP...................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Create your Wireless LAN Network............................................................................................12
3.2.1 Wireless General Setup............................................................................................................. 12
3.2.2 WirelessAdvanced Setup ......................................................................................................... 13
3.2.3 Create Virtual AP...................................................................................................................... 15
3.2.3.1 Virtual AP General Configuration..........................................................................................16
3.2.4 Black Wireless Clients.............................................................................................................. 24
3.3 Expand your Wireless Network....................................................................................................25
3.4 Manage the system.......................................................................................................................27
3.4.1 Configure System Time............................................................................................................ 27
3.4.2 Configure Management............................................................................................................ 28
3.4.3 Configure SNMP...................................................................................................................... 31
3.4.4 Backup / Restore and Reset to Factory..................................................................................... 33
3.4.5 Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................................................... 34
3.4.6 Network Utility......................................................................................................................... 35
3.4.7 Reboot....................................................................................................................................... 36
3.5 Observer the Status.......................................................................................................................37
3.5.1 System Overview...................................................................................................................... 37
3.5.2 Wireless Status.......................................................................................................................... 39
3.5.3 WDS List Status ....................................................................................................................... 40
3.5.4 Event Log ................................................................................................................................. 41
Chapter 4. Hotspot Mode Configuration............................................................................................42
4.1 Connect WAS-103R to the external Network ..............................................................................43
4.1.1 Network Requirement............................................................................................................... 43
4.1.2 Configure WAN Port................................................................................................................ 43
4.1.3 Configure Dynamic DNS ......................................................................................................... 47
4.1.4 Configure VLAN IP ................................................................................................................. 48
4.2 Create your Wireless LAN Network............................................................................................50
4.2.1 Wireless General Setup............................................................................................................. 50
4.2.2 WirelessAdvanced Setup ......................................................................................................... 51
4.2.3 Create Virtual AP...................................................................................................................... 53
4.2.3.1 Virtual AP General Configuration..........................................................................................54
4.2.4 Block Wireless Clients.............................................................................................................. 62
4.3 Expand your Wireless Network....................................................................................................63
4.4 Manage the System ......................................................................................................................65
4.4.1 Configure System Time............................................................................................................ 65
4.4.2 Configure Management............................................................................................................ 66
4.4.3 Configure SNMP...................................................................................................................... 69
4.4.4 Backup / Restore and Reset to Factory..................................................................................... 71
4.4.5 Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................................................... 72
4.4.6 Network Utility......................................................................................................................... 73
4.4.7 Reboot....................................................................................................................................... 74
4.5 Access To External Network With HotZONE..............................................................................75
4.5.1 Generate Access Ticket............................................................................................................. 75
4.5.2 Verify Access Ticket................................................................................................................. 77
4.5.3 HotZONE Management............................................................................................................ 79
4.5.3.1 HotZOME Authentication......................................................................................................80
4.5.3.2 Bandwidth Control.................................................................................................................81
4.5.3.3 Customize HotZONE Login Page .........................................................................................82
4.5.4 User Login With HotZONE Authentication............................................................................. 84
4.6 Restrain the Users.........................................................................................................................86
4.6.1 IP Filter..................................................................................................................................... 86
4.6.2 MAC Filter ............................................................................................................................... 88
4.6.3 Routing ..................................................................................................................................... 89
4.7 Sharing your Internal Service.......................................................................................................90
4.7.1 Virtual Server............................................................................................................................ 90
4.7.2 DMZ ......................................................................................................................................... 92
4.8 More System function..................................................................................................................93
4.8.1 Manage Ticket Database........................................................................................................... 93
4.8.2 Notification............................................................................................................................... 96
4.8.3 Walled Garden List................................................................................................................... 98
4.8.4 View Online HotZONE User.................................................................................................... 99
4.9 Observer the Status.....................................................................................................................100
4.9.1 System Overview.................................................................................................................... 100
4.9.2 Wireless Status........................................................................................................................ 103
4.9.3 DHCP Client Status................................................................................................................ 104
4.9.4 WDS List Status ..................................................................................................................... 105
4.9.5 Extra Information ................................................................................................................... 106
4.9.5.1 Show NetStatus Information................................................................................................ 106
4.9.5.2 Show Routes Information....................................................................................................107
4.9.5.3 Show ARP Table Information.............................................................................................. 108
4.9.5.4 Show Bridge Table Information...........................................................................................109
4.9.5.5 Show Bridge MACs Information......................................................................................... 110
4.9.6 Event Log ................................................................................................................................111
Appendix A. Windows TCP/IP Settings ..................................................................................... 112
Appendix B. Windows VLAN Tag Settings ...............................................................................114
Appendix C. Valid Characters for using WMI............................................................................116
Appendix D. Allowing Pop-Up Window....................................................................................122
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Chapter1.BeforeYouStart
1.1Preface
PheeNet WAS-103R is the most economical Light-weight but feature packed Wireless HotSpot Gateway, targeted
for small venues, mini-size stores with user-friendly operation using industrial standard hardware platform
Previously, business owner’s can make money from providing Wireless Internet Access.
Nowadays, Wireless InternetAccess is almost a kind of value added service. By taking the advantages of PheeNet
WAS-103R, front desk operator does not have to have IT technology background, they just need to identify the
customer grade, offer the appropriate Pre-set ticket, and then charge the money (or not).
With PheeNet WAS-103R, hotspot service is getting to a new generation, easier, more convenient, and more user-
friendly.
1.2PackageContents
The standard package of WAS-103R includes:
zWAS-103R x 1
zEthernet Cable x 1
z5dBi Omni Antenna x 2
zQuick Installation Guide x 1
zCD-ROM (with User Manual and QIG) x 1
zPower Adapter (DC 12V) x 1
It is highly recommended to use all the supplies in the package instead of substituting any components by
other suppliers to guarantee best performance.
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Chapter2.SystemOverview
2.1IntroductionofWAS-103R
PheeNet WAS-103R is the most economical yet feature-rich Wireless Hotspot Gateway, targeting mini-size stores
who want to provide small, single-point Wireless Internet access service. WAS-103R is a perfect choice for
beginners to run hotspot businesses. It does not cost a fortune to buy pile of equipment, nor does it take the skills
of an expert to glue multiple applications out of multiple freeware. Feature-packed for hotspot operation, WAS-103R
comes with built-in 802.11 b/g, WEB server and WEB pages for clients to login, easy customization for
branding a hotspot store, simple user/visitor account management tool, payment plans, traffic logs, IP
sharing and etc. WAS-103R also brings in an extra advantage – the wall-mountable, dust-proof (IP50) metal
housing.
2.2SystemConcept
The Wireless Hotspot Gateway provides authentication, authorization and accounting for a wired or wireless
network that enables easy user authentication and accounting in public or private, wired or wireless network. It
serves and managers wireless Internet access from mini to small scale operations such as coffee shops, motels
and many more.
Hotspot technology allows Internet providers to offer Internet access to customers, while applying certain Internet
rules and limitations. It is very convenient for Internet cafes, hotels, airports, schools and universities. The Internet
provider gets a complete real-time accounting of each customer’s time spent on the network, data amount sent,
received and more. To begin browsing, a client must go through simple registration process with the provider before
login to Internet access.
Many cafés now feature a wireless network environment or hotspot, so that customers can sit leisurely, drink coffee
and work on their laptops with full Internet access at their pleasure.
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2.3HardwareDescriptions
Front Panel
1. 12V DC Injector : Attach the power cable here.
2. Reset Button :
ÎPress and hold the Reset button for 2 seconds to restart system. The LED except Power indicator will be off
before restarting.
ÎPress and hold the Reset button for more than 10 seconds to reset the system to default configurations.
3. LAN1/ LAN2 (PoE) :
ÎIn AP Mode : The LAN1/LAN2 port are for connection to external network or POE switch.
ÎIn Hotspot Mode :
9The clients device with VLAN Tag(ID) connect to LAN1 or LAN2 port. The port will be used by LAN port.
Administrator can access the WMI (Web Management Interface) via this port
9LAN1 or LAN2 port is connected to external network. For example, it may connect to the ATU-Router of an
ADSL, or the port of a Cable Modem. The port will be used by WAN port.
4. Console : The Serial RS-232 DB9 cable attaches here.
Rear Panel
¾WAS-103R supports 1 RF Interface with 2 SMAconnectors forAntenna connection.
LED Panel
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1. WLAN : Green LED FLASH indicates Wireless ON, and FLASH quickly indicates Wireless
Transmit quickly.
2. LAN1/LAN2 : Green LED ON indicates connection, OFF indicates no connection, and FLASH
indicates the Port Transmit
3. PWR : Green LED ON indicates power on, and OFF indicates power off.
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2.4InstallationSteps
Please follow the steps mentioned below to install the hardware of WAS-103R
1. Place the WAS-103R at a best location.
The best location for WAS-103R is usually at the center of your wireless network.
2. Connect WAS-103R to your external network device.
Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN1 port of WAS-103R on the front panel. In your environment,
connect the other end of the cable to the external Internet. The LAN1 LED indicator should be ON to indicate a
proper connection.
3. Connect WAS-103R to your network device.
Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to LAN2 port of WAS-103R on the front panel. Connect the other end
of cable to a PC for configuring the system. The LAN2 LED indicator should be ON to indicate a proper
connection.
4. There are two ways to supply power over to WAS-103R
I. Connect the DC power adapter to the WAS-103R power socket one the front panel.
Please only use the power adapter supplied with the WAS-103R package. Using a different power adapter
may damage this system
II. WAS-103R is capable of transmitting DC current via its LAN1/LAN2 PoE port. Connect an IEEE 802.3af-
compliant PSE device, e.g. A PoE Switch, to the LAN1/LAN2 port of WAS-103R with the Ethernet cable.
Now, the hardware installation is completed.
To double verify the wired connection between WAS-103R and your switch/router/hub, please check the
LED status indication of these network devices.
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2.5InstructiontoWebManagementInterface
WAS-103R supports web-based configuration. Upon the completion of hardware installation, WAS-103R can be
configured through a PC/NB by using its web browser such as Internet Explorer version 6.0.
zDefault IPAddress : 192.168.2.254
zDefault IP Netmask : 255.255.255.0
zDefault User Name and Password : admin/default
Step
1. IP Segment Set-up for Administrator's PC
Set the IP segment of the administrator's computer to be in the same range as WAS-103R for accessing the
system. Do not duplicate the IPAddress used here with IPAddress of WAS-103R or any other device within
the network
Example of Segment :
The value for underlined area can be changed as desired; the valid range is 1 ~ 254. However, 254 shall be
avoided as it is already used by WAS-103R; use 10 as an example here.
ÎIPAddress : 192.168.2.10
ÎIP Netmask : 255.255.255.0
2. Launch Web Browser
Launch as web browser to access the web management interface of system by entering the
default IPAddress, http://192.168.2.254, in the URL field, and then press Enter.
3. System Login
The system manager Login Page then
appears. Enter “admin” as User name
and “default” as Password, and then click
OK to login to the system.
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4. Login Success
When administrator login successfully, the WAS-103R web management UI should be viewed at the Status
section under the System Overview page
This section only used on AP Mode. If you access to system on Hotspot Mode, you need configure VLAN
tag(ID) on your PC/NB. Follow the Appendix B Windows VLAN Tag Setting to setup your PC/NB and
configure automatically IP address
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Chapter3.APModeConfiguration
When AP mode is activated, the system can be configured as anAccess Point. This section provides information in
configuring theAP mode with graphical illustrations. WAS-103R provides functions as stated below where it can be
configured via a user-friendly web based interface.
Option System Wireless Utilities Status
Functions
Operating Mode General Setup Profiles Settings System Overview
LAN Advanced Setup Firmware Upgrade Wireless Status
Management VirtualAP Setup Network Utility WDS List
Time Server WDS Setup Reboot Event Log
SNMP Setup
Table 3-1: AP Mode Functions
Figure 3-1: AP Mode Main Page
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3.1ConnectWAS-103RtotheexternalNetwork
3.1.1NetworkRequirement
Basically, in general network environment, the main role of WAS-103R is an Access Point,. It manages the network
from internal network to Gateway.
The first step is to get a Default Gateway IPAddress from system manager and connect it to the LAN1 / LAN2 port
of WAS-103R
3.1.2ConfigureLANIP
Below is the instruction for setting up the local IPAddress and Netmask. Please click on System -> LAN and follow
the below setting.
Mode : Check either “Static IP” or “Dynamic IP” button as desired to set up the system IP of LAN port .
ÎStatic IP : The administrator can manually setup the LAN IP address when static IP is available/ preferred.
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9IP Address : The IP address of the LAN port; default IP address is 192.168.2.254
9IP Netmask : The Subnet mask of the LAN port; default Netmask is 255.255.255.0
9IP Gateway : The IP address of the host router which resides on the external network and provides
the point of connection to the next hop towards the internet. This can be a DSL modem, Cable
modem, or a WISP gateway router. WAS-103R will direct all the packets to the gateway if the
destination host is not within the local network. Default Gateway is 192.168.2.1
Gateway IP address should be from the same address space (on the same network segment) as the
WAS-103R's external network interface.
ÎDynamic IP : This configuration is applicable when WAS-103R is connected to a network with the
presence of a DHCP server; all related IP information will be provided by the DHCP server automatically.
9Hostname : The Hostname of the LAN port
DNS : Check either “No Default DNS Server” or “Specify DNS Server IP” button as desired to set up the
system DNS.
ÎPrimary : The IP address of the primary DNS server.
ÎSecondary : The IP address of the secondary DNS server.
Spanning Tree Protocol: The spanning tree network protocol provides a loop free topology for any bridged
LAN. The Spanning Tree Protocol, which is also referred to as STP, is defined in the IEEE Standard 802.1d.
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Change these settings as described and click Save button to save your changes. Click Reboot button to activate
your changes
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3.2CreateyourWirelessLANNetwork
The system manager can configure related wireless settings, General Settings, Advanced Settings, Virtual AP
Setting, Security Settings, and Access Control Settings.
3.2.1WirelessGeneralSetup
The administrator can change the data transmission, channel and output power settings for the system. Please
click on Wireless -> General Setup and follow the below setting.
MAC address : The MAC address of the Wireless interface is displayed here.
Band Mode : Select an appropriate wireless band; bands available are 801.11b, 802.11g and
802.11b+802.11g.
Transmit Rate Control : Select the desired rate from the drop-down list; the options are auto or ranging from
1 to 54Mbps for 802.11g and 802.11b/g modes, or 1 to 11Mbps for 802.11b mode.
Country : Select the desired country code from the drop-down list; the options are US, ETSI and Japan.
Channel : The channel range will be changed by selecting different country code. The channel range from 1 to
11 for US country code, or 1 to 13 for ETSI country code, or 1 to 14 for Japan.
Tx Power : You can adjust the output power of the system to get the appropriate coverage for your wireless
network. Select LEVEL 1 to LEVEL 9 needed for your environment. If you are not sure of which setting to
choose, then keep the default setting, LEVEL 9.
Change these settings as described here and click Save button to save your changes. Click Reboot button to
activate your changes. The items in this page are for AP's RF general settings and will be applied to all VAPs.
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3.2.2WirelessAdvancedSetup
The administrator can change the Slot Time,ACK/CTS Timeout, RTS threshold and fragmentation threshold
settings for the system. Please click on Wireless -> Advanced Setup and follow the below setting.
Slot Time : Enter the desired slot time for theAP.
ACK Timeout : The time interval for waiting the “ACKnowledgment frame”. If theACK is not received within
that timeout period then the packet will be re-transmitted. Higher ACK Timeout will decrease packet lost, at the
expensive of throughput decreasing.
CTS Timeout : Enter the desired CTS timeout for the AP.
Slot Time and ACK/CTS Timeout settings for long distance links. It is important to change the value to find
the optimal setting. A value too low will give very low throughput, A high value may slowdown the link.
RSSI Threshold : RSSI Threshold can be used to control the level of noise received by the device.
Beacon Interval : Enter a value between 10 and 5000 msec. The default value is 100 milliseconds. The
entered time means how often the beacon signal transmission between the access point and the wireless
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network.
DTIM Interval : Input the DTIM Interval that is generated within the periodic beacon at a specified frequency.
Higher DTIM will let wireless client save more energy, but the throughput will decrease consecutively.
Fragment Threshold : The value specifies the maximum size of packet allowed before data is fragmented into
multiple packets. Please use this value to tune the wireless connection if lots of retransmission happens. Enter
a value ranging from 256 to 2346.
RTS Threshold : Tuning the Request to Send, RTS threshold will help the system control its access to
medium and alleviate the hidden node problem. Enter a value ranging from 1 to 2346.
Short Preamble : The short preamble provides 56-bit Synchronization field to improve WLAN transmission
efficiency. Check Enable button for using Short Preamble, and Disable for using the Long Preamble, 128-bit
Synchronization field, option.
Tx Burst : Click Enable button to activate Tx Burst, and Disable to inactivate Tx Burst.
802.11g Protection Mode : Click Enable button to activate 802.11g Protection Mode, and Disable to
inactivate 802.11g Protection Mode.
Change these settings as described here and click Save button to save your changes. Click Reboot button to
activate your changes. Items in this page is forAP's RF advanced settings and will be applied to all VAPs.
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3.2.3CreateVirtualAP
The administrator can create Virtual AP via this page. Please click on Wireless -> Virtual AP Setup and follow the
below setting.
Enable : Click Enable button and Save button for creating VirtualAP
VAP : Display number of system's VirtualAP.
ESSID : Display VirtualAP's ESSID; default is AP00~AP07.
VLAN Tag(ID) : Display VirtualAP's VLAN Tag(ID) setting; default is disabled
Security : Display Virtual AP's Security Type; default is disabled.
ACL Mode : Display Virtual AP's ACL Mode; default is disabled.
ACL Setup : Click “Setup” button for configuring VirtualAP'sAccess Control List.
VAP Edit : Click “Edit” button for configuring Virtual AP's settings and security type.
Change these settings as described here and click Save button to save your changes. Click Reboot button to
activate your changes
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3.2.3.1VirtualAPGeneralConfiguration
For each Virtual AP, administrators can configure general settings and security type. Click Wireless
-> Virtual AP, click “Edit” of Virtual AP List and then VirtualAP Configuration page appears.
ESSID : Extended Service Set ID indicates the SSID which the clients used to connect to the VAP. ESSID will
determine the service type of a client which is assigned to the specified VAP.
Hidden SSID : Select this option to enable the SSID to broadcast in your network. When configuring the
network, it is suggested to enable this function but disable it when the configuration is complete. With this
enabled, someone could easily obtain the SSID information with the site survey software and get unauthorized
access to a private network. With this disabled, network security is enhanced and can prevent the SSID from
begin seen on networked.
Client Isolation : Select Enable, all clients will be isolated from each other, that means all clients can not
reach to other clients.
WMM : Select Enable, the packets with QoS WMM will has higher priority.
IAPP Support : Inter Access-Point Protocol is designed for the enforcement of unique association throughout
a ESS(Extended Service Set) and for secure exchange of station's security context between current access
point (AP) and new AP during hand off period.
IAPP only used on WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK security type. Only one of VAPs can be enabled
Maximum Clients : Enter maximum number of clients to a desired number. For example, while the number of
client is set to 32, only 32 clients are allowed to connect with this VAP.
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VLAN Tag(ID) : Virtual LAN, the system supports tagged VLAN. To enable VLAN function; valid values are
from 0 to 4094.
Security Type : Select the desired security type from the drop-down list; the options are WEP, WPA-PSK,
WPA2-PSK, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise and WEP 802.1X.
ÎDisable : Data are unencrypted during transmission when this option is selected.
ÎWEP : WEP, Wired Equivalent Privacy, is a data encryption mechanism based on a 64-bit, 128-bit or 152-
bit shared key. Select WEP as the security type from the drop down list as desired.
9Key Length : Select the desire option are 64 bits, 128 bits or 152 bits from drop-down list.
9WEP auth Method : Enable the desire option among Open system or Shared.
9Key Index : Select key index is used to designate the WEP key during data transmission. 4 different
WEP keys can be configured at the same time, but only one is used. Effective key is set with a choice
of WEP Key 1, 2, 3, or 4.
9WEP Key : Enter HEX format WEP key value; the system support up to 4 sets of WEP keys.
ÎWPA-PSK (or WPA2-PSK) : WPA (or WPA2) Algorithms, allows the system accessing the network by
using the WPA-PSK (WPA2-PSK) protected access.
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