RedPort Optimizer WXA-223 Assembly instructions

Optimizer
ADVANCED USER GUIDE
FOR MODELS: WXA-203, WXA-213, AND WXA-223
v2.2.1 – 21JULY2021
Copyright © Pivotel IP LLC. All rights reserved

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Revision History
Doc Rev
Date
Name
Changes Made
2.0
08JAN2021
Kyle Tuczynski
Issued as version 2.0
2.1.0
19JAN2021
Bethany Headrick
Issued as version 2.1.0
2.2.0
12JULY2021
Bethany Headrick
Issued as version 2.2.0
2.2.1
21JULY2021
Bethany Headrick
Issued as version 2.2.1

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Table of Contents
REVISION HISTORY .................................................................................................................................................. 1
1. ABOUT THIS GUIDE ............................................................................................................................... 4
2. INTRODUCTION TO THE REDPORT OPTIMIZER ............................................................................. 5
2.1. OPTIMIZER KEY FEATURES ....................................................................................................................... 6
2.2. SERVICES INCLUDED ................................................................................................................................. 7
2.3. PREMIUM SERVICES AVAILABLE ............................................................................................................... 7
3. SAFETY .................................................................................................................................................... 8
4. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE GETTING STARTED ............................................................................. 9
4.1. MORE THAN JUST AROUTER ................................................................................................................... 9
4.2. DESIGNED USE OF THE OPTIMIZER ........................................................................................................... 9
4.2.1. Single User Environment ........................................................................................................... 9
4.2.2. Multi-User Environment ........................................................................................................... 10
4.3. HOW IT WORKS OUT OF THE BOX .......................................................................................................... 10
4.4. NAVIGATING THE USER INTERFACE ......................................................................................................... 11
5. GETTING STARTED – USER INTERFACE (UI) ACCESS .................................................................. 12
5.1. ACCESS THE PORTAL DASHBOARD ........................................................................................................ 12
5.1.1. Login - Onsite Administrator (Admin) ................................................................................... 13
5.1.2. Installer/Network Administrator Login (Superadmin) ...................................................... 14
5.2. HOW TO USE WITH DEFAULT SETUP ....................................................................................................... 16
5.2.1. Email and Web Browsing ......................................................................................................... 16
5.2.2. Voice Calls ................................................................................................................................... 17
5.2.3. SMS Messaging ......................................................................................................................... 17
5.3. ROUTER SECURITY .................................................................................................................................. 17
5.3.1. How to Secure Your Router .................................................................................................... 18
6. SERVICES ............................................................................................................................................... 19
6.1. WEB COMPRESSION AND FILTERING ...................................................................................................... 19
6.1.1. Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 19
6.1.2. Filters ............................................................................................................................................ 23
6.2.1. Web Settings ............................................................................................................................... 24
6.2.2. Configure SIP Extensions to Receive SMS Messages ..................................................... 25
6.2.3. Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 26
6.2.4. SMS Management ..................................................................................................................... 27
6.3.1. Voice PBX Settings ................................................................................................................... 29
6.3.2. SIP Extensions ............................................................................................................................ 30
6.3.3. How to Make and Receive Voice Calls ................................................................................. 31
6.3.4. FleetBroadband Monitor (FBB) .............................................................................................. 32
6.4.1. Configure Optimizer for use with the Halo Wi-Fi Extender ............................................ 33
6.4.2. Route Network Traffic through the Halo Wi-Fi Extender ................................................ 36
6.4.3. Manage Halo Firewall ............................................................................................................... 37
6.4.4. Disconnect from the Halo Wi-Fi ............................................................................................. 38
6.5.1. Tracking powered by RedPort ............................................................................................... 39
6.5.2. SMS Tracking ............................................................................................................................. 40
6.6.1. GPS/NMEA Repeater Equipment Setup .............................................................................. 42
7. STATUS ................................................................................................................................................... 48

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8. SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................................. 50
9. NETWORK .............................................................................................................................................. 57
9.2.1. GSM Configuration in Optimizer ........................................................................................... 58
9.2.2. Using GSM ................................................................................................................................... 61
9.2.3. Changing from GSM Service to Satellite Service .............................................................. 62
9.5.2. Add a Firewall Zone .................................................................................................................. 69
9.5.3. Port Forwards ............................................................................................................................. 71
9.5.4. Firewall Rules ............................................................................................................................. 72
9.5.5. IP Sets ........................................................................................................................................... 76
9.5.6. Allow WhatsApp Configuration .............................................................................................. 77
10. STATISTICS ....................................................................................................................................... 81
10.1. GRAPHS ................................................................................................................................................... 81
11. USING OPTIMIZER WITH SATELLITE HANDSETS ...................................................................................... 82
12. PRODUCT WARRANTY AND SUPPORT INFORMATION ............................................................ 83
12.1. PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION ..................................................................................................... 83
12.2. PRODUCT SUPPORT INFORMATION ........................................................................................................ 84

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1. About this Guide
This guide is intended for users of the RedPort Optimizer wXa-203, wXa-213, and wXa-
223 routers. It features only those sections of the user interface that require configuration
for a specific service or may need to be accessed by the average user.

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2. Introduction to the RedPort Optimizer
RedPort, the leaders in advancing satellite data speeds and services, helps Fixed and
Mobile Satellite Services providers and their customers by offering the industry’s fastest,
most reliable and easy-to-use email, web, VoIP and other hardware and software
services to maritime, oil and gas, first responder and business continuity users.
Ship to shore network management solutions are sold by Pivotel under the RedPort
brand name at redportglobal.com and as white-label solutions for the world’s premier
satellite data service providers.
Optimizer is a satellite Wi-Fi router that combines a powerful satellite data router with
voice capabilities, including a full PBX. It is more than just a voice device. It gives you
everything you need to create a local voice and data network with your satellite device.
You can manage your usage, protect against accidental airtime usage, accelerate your
data speeds, enable web compression, track your location via GPS, and provide routing,
filtering and security.

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2.1. Optimizer Key Features
Designed specifically for use with satellite phones and satellite terminals:
• Replaces a standard router that is typically added to any satellite broadband
installation.
• Powerful firewall accommodates any common installation scenario, with features
including block or allow any range of port, IP address and protocols.
• Proxy Server enables HTTP filtering: whitelist/blacklist of URL’s, domains, and
rudimentary content filtering.
• Logging/Reporting to keep track of usage.
• Wi-Fi hotspot makes setup and use easy for crew with compatible computers and
tablets.
• Supports Shared Web Compression.
• GSM Compatibility with optional GSM modem and your own SIM card.
• GPS NMEA Repeater reads the built-in GPS in any satellite broadband terminal
and rebroadcasts via Wi-Fi.
• Supports voice calling and SMS messages using smartphones connected to the
local network.
• Compatible with any IP-based satellite phone and satellite broadband terminal.
• Powerful firewall stops all unwanted data traffic. Optimizer blocks all traffic except
XGate-compressed email, web and weather data.
• Works with XGate for email, web, weather and social media services.
• GSM support to switch between satellite and GSM when available.
• Track GPS locations from compatible GPS-enabled devices.
• Compatible with optional RedPort Halo Wi-Fi Extender for access to external Wi-
Fi networks, when available.
NOTE: XGate service and Tracking service are not included with the Optimizer and must
be purchased separately. Contact your satellite service provider for details.

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2.2. Services Included
Voice PBX - allows smartphones to send/receive calls to others on the local area
network for free, or over the satellite link at standard satellite airtime rates. Requires a
supported satellite terminal.
SMS Messaging - allows smartphones to send SMS messages to others on the local
area network for free, or over the satellite link at standard satellite airtime rates. Requires
a supported satellite terminal.
GPS NMEA Repeater – allows other devices onboard/on-site to read your GPS location.
For example, a navigation program running on an iPad could be used on your boat, or
you could get weather information tailored to your location.
GSM Compatibility - allows Internet connectivity via your GSM modem or cell phone
with your own SIM card.
File Sharing - Network Shares allows the sharing of files among Windows and Mac
computers via Wi-Fi, without the requirement of a wired local network of computers.
2.3. Premium Services Available
The following additional services are available. Contact your RedPort dealer to purchase.
Shared Web Compression – routes all web traffic through a proxy service that works
with an onshore server to deliver 3-5 times average web compression, along with virus
detection and ad blocking.
GPS Tracking - Using a GPS-enabled device, submit position reports to a central
database for viewing on the tracking website.
RedPort VoIP Service - Transform your satellite device into a multi-user unit. Up to four
users can send/receive phone calls and/or SMS (text) messages simultaneously.
Experience significant price reduction in outbound calls when using VoIP in lieu of
standard satellite airtime rates. Requires a supported satellite terminal.

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3. Safety
Shock Hazard
The Optimizer is a sealed device and is not meant to be opened for repair
in the field by operators or technicians. The enclosure must remain in place
at all times on the router to maintain the warranty terms. Make sure the
system is correctly grounded and power is off when installing, configuring
and connecting components.
Passive POE Port(s)
The Optimizer has a SAT (WAN) and LAN port that are Passive POE.
Connecting any device such as a laptop or switch with a Gigabit ethernet,
1000Mbps speed NIC will cause your device or port, at the minimum,
damage or burn out. RedPort does provide coverage or warranty for this
damage. Connect any device of this nature at your own risk.
Proposition 65
This product can expose you to Acrylonitrile, which is known to the State
of California to cause cancer. For more information go
to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING
SHOCK
HAZARD

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4. Things to Know Before Getting Started
As the onboard/onsite administrator, under normal operating conditions, you will seldom
have a need to interact with the user interface of the router. However, should you find
yourself in a position that requires you to login to the router, this Guide is designed to
help you.
4.1. More Than Just A Router
The Optimizer is more than just a router. It has some enhanced proxy services in addition
to basic routing capabilities.
Proxy Server(s) - when Transparent proxy is enabled, all traffic on port 80 (http port) is
redirected through the internal proxy server. This allows URL and DNS filtering (whitelist
and blacklist sites), some content filtering (i.e. remove flash video) and you can turn on
http logging to see what URLs are
Firewall - A full-featured firewall is included. Block or allow IP address/ranges, port
ranges, different protocols. Rules can be applied to any path in and out of the router.
4.2. Designed Use of the Optimizer
This router is suitable for two distinctly different audiences:
4.2.1. Single User Environment
For the single user that wants the convenience of BYOD (bring your own device) for email,
web browsing, SMS and phone calls. All that is required is a RedPort-certified
compression email account like XGate and/or compression web-browsing service like
XWeb. By adding the XGate Phone app, a smartphone can be used to place and receive
voice calls and/or SMS messages over the satellite network. With the optional RedPort
VoIP service, the costs of those voice calls can be kept to a minimum