Sierra Wireless AirLink ES450 Installation manual

AirLink ES450
Hardware User Guide
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Rev. 7

Preface
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Important
Notice
Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can
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Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the
Sierra Wireless product are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the
Sierra Wireless product should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or
receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or any other party, including
but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property. Sierra Wireless accepts no
responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted
or received using the Sierra Wireless product, or for failure of the Sierra Wireless product
to transmit or receive such data.
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Hazards
Do not operate the Sierra Wireless product in areas where blasting is in progress, where
explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical equipment, near life support
equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form of radio interference.
In such areas, the Sierra Wireless product MUST BE POWERED OFF. The Sierra
Wireless product can transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment.
The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the Sierra Wireless product while
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operation of that vehicle. In some states and provinces, operating such communications
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Contents
Introducing the AirLink ES450 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Out-of-Band Management (OOBM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Network Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Device Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
ALEOS Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
ACEmanager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
ACEview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
AirLink Management Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Ordering Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Startup and Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Initial Startup and Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Tools and Materials Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Installing the SIM Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Connecting the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Connecting the Power Cable and Starting the ES450 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Connecting the Configuration PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Connecting the Enterprise Router or other Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Configuring with ACEmanager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Configuring with AirLink Management Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Configuring with AT Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
LED Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Recovery Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
On-site Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Typical Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Locating the ES450 Gateway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Mounting the ES450 Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Antenna Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Antenna Recommendations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Antenna Separation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Connecting the Enterprise Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Power Connector on the ES450 Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Fusing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Grounding the ES Series Gateway Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Local Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Remote Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
AirLink ES450 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Radio Frequency Bands by Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Radio Module Conducted Transmit Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Host Interfaces. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Protocols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Industry Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
SIM Card holder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Construction Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Reliability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Device Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Custom Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
VPN/Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Authentication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Events Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Mechanical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Antenna Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Federal Communications Commission Notice (FCC United States) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Important Information for North American Users on Radiation Exposure . . . . . . . . . . 44
Informations Importantes Pour les Utilisateurs Nord-Américains sur L'exposition aux Ra-
diations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Europe Generic Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
DC Power Cable (Black Connector) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
AC Power Adapter (Black Connector) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
AC Power Adapter Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
AC Power Adapter Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
AC Power Adapter Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
AC Power Adapter Reliability and Quality Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
AC Power Adapter Safety Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
AC Power Adapter EMC Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
AC Power Adapter Hazardous Substances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
AC Power Adapter Energy Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Acronyms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

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1: Introducing the AirLink ES450
This chapter describes the Sierra Wireless AirLink ES450 device, including a description
of ALEOS®embedded software and the AirLink Management Service (ALMS) device
management platform.
Introduction
The Sierra Wireless ES450 enterprise gateways deliver mission-critical 4G LTE
connectivity when primary landline connections are unavailable. When deployed with an
enterprise router, the ES450 gateway supports a best-in-class business continuity
strategy by enabling out-of-band management (OOBM) capability to network operations
while leveraging the router's instant failover, routing, and firewall features.
You can also configure the ES450 to send its management data via the DSL/cable
gateway using reliable static route protocol to reduce wireless network costs.
Additional benefits to this enterprise-class business continuity solution include:
•Improved Internet uptime to keep your branches, kiosks, and retail operations online
•Seamless failover for continuous uptime of mission-critical applications
•High speed LTE network, faster than xDSL
•Reduced field visits for network equipment resets and updates
•ALEOS and ACEmanager web-based configuration that makes it quick to deploy
•AirLink Management Service cloud-based device management application that works
in parallel with your network management systems to manage the wireless system
•ALEOS reliable connection software ensures that the ES450 stays connected to the
wireless network
•Better SLAs (Service Level Agreements) offered from the Network Operation Centers
as a result of the wireless backup offered by ES450 gateways

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Figure 1-1: AirLink ES450 applications
Out-of-Band Management (OOBM)
Using the ES450 device’s serial port to connect to the console port of the router, IT
administrators can troubleshoot and repair network equipment over wireless wide area
networks (WANs). This terminal server capability allows operation centers to remotely
reboot, configure, and update the BIOS of a router via the ES450 enterprise gateway
using Reverse Telnet and SSH protocols. As a result, remote personnel no longer need to
manually reset their networking equipment and IT administrators can dramatically reduce
the number of field visits.
Inventory
POS
NOCS
HQ
VoIP phone
Wireline Gateway
MNO
Internet
Enterprise-grade router/firewall
Wi-Fi AP
OOBM
AirLink ES450
(serial to console port)
Wi-Fi AP Laptop
Wireless backup Primary wireless
Ethernet Switch
device AirLink ES450
device

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Network Configuration
ES450 devices are designed for the distributed enterprise, which includes any enterprise
that has remote facilities that must maintain a network connection for critical business
processes such as retail credit card transactions.
If you are using an ES450 device for a point-of-sales application, you can configure it to
meet PCI Data Security Standard compliance requirements. ALEOS features such as
Reverse Telnet and Reliable Static Routing also support point-of-sale applications. Refer
to the ALEOS Software Configuration User Guide for details.
Device Description
Front Panel
The front panel has the following indicators and controls:
Figure 1-2: ES450 Device Front Panel
•LEDs– These show the ES450 operating status. The LEDs are described in detail in
LED Behavior on page 23.
• Reset Button – Momentarily pressing and releasing this button reboots the ES450.
Note: Holding the Reset button down for 7–10 seconds resets the ES450 to its factory default
settings.
LEDs
Reset Button

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Rear Panel
The rear panel has the following connectors and controls:
Figure 1-3: ES450 Rear Panel
• Primary LTE Antenna Connector—This is the radio’s receive and transmit port. For
best results, use the included antennas, placed in a V formation. You can attach the
antennas directly to the ES450, or you can use a bracket and SMA coaxial cable to
connect antennas located away from the device.
• Secondary LTE Antenna Connector—This is required for LTE MIMO (multiple-
input and multiple-output).
Note: For more information, see Connecting the Antennas on page 15.
• Ethernet Connector—This RJ-45 connector connects any Ethernet-enabled network
equipment to the ES450 using a standard Ethernet cable. It is also used to connect a
Windows PC that you can use to configure and monitor the ES450, using ACEma-
nager.
This connector complies with the IEEE 802.3 specification for 100 Mbps speed (Fast
Ethernet) with fallback to 10 Mbps and includes auto-crossover support. It is auto-
sensing and auto-detects the speed of the connecting device for 100 baseT or 10
baseT.
The connector has two LEDs that indicate speed and activity. For more information,
see Ethernet LEDs on page 24.
• Power Connector—Connect the AC adapter or DC cable.
The ES450 automatically starts when power is supplied.
• Serial Port—This 9-pin connector provides standard RS-232 DCE communication.
For out-of-band management, you can connect this serial port to an enterprise router.
You can also connect a computer to the serial port to configure the ES450 using AT
commands. For more information, see Connecting the Enterprise Router or other
Equipment on page 18.
• USB Port—The Micro AB connector complies with version 2.0 of the USB standard
for high-speed operation. It accepts Micro A and Micro B plugs. You can connect a
Windows PC to monitor and configure the ES450.
When connected to a PC, the USB port becomes either a:
·Virtual serial port (The ES450 behaves as if the PC is connected to a standard
serial port. The primary use of this interface is to send AT commands.)
Primary LTE Antenna Connector Secondary LTE
Antenna Connector
Power Connector
USB Port Serial Port
Ethernet
Connector

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·Virtual Ethernet port (The ES450 behaves as if the PC is connected to an Ethernet
port, allowing access to the Internet and ACEmanager. This is the default setting.)
Refer to the ALEOS Software Configuration User Guide for information on configuring
the USB port. USB drivers are available for download at:
source.sierrawireless.com/resources/airlink/software_downloads/airlink_usb_driver/
When using the USB port:
·Use a USB 2.0 cable
·Connect directly to your computer for best throughput
ALEOS Software
Note: For detailed information on all of the features in ALEOS, see the ALEOS Software Configu-
ration User Guide, available for download from source.sierrawireless.com.
ALEOS, the embedded core technology of the AirLink product line, provides:
•An always-on, always-aware, intelligent two-way connection for mission-critical appli-
cations
•Simplified setup, operation and maintenance of any wireless solution
ALEOS features include:
•Reverse Telnet for out-of-band management
•Reliable Static Routing
•SNMP
•Persistent Network Connectivity
•Over-The-Air (OTA) Upgrades
•Wireless Optimized TCP/IP
•Real-Time Notification
•Packet Level Diagnostics
•Device Management & Control
Sierra Wireless has two main applications for monitoring and configuring ES450
gateways:
• ACEmanager—A web-based configuration tool for configuring a single AirLink
device
• AirLink Management Service (ALMS)—A cloud-based device management service
for monitoring and configuring fleets of ES450 gateways.
ES450 gateways also accept AT Commands.
ACEmanager
ACEmanager is a web-based application used to configure and monitor the ES450.
ACEmanager:
•Simplifies deployment
•Provides extensive monitoring, control and management capabilities
•Enables you to configure your ES450 to meet your needs
•Monitors and controls your ES450 remotely and in real-time
•Is accessed through a web browser connected to the ES450 locally or over the air.
See Configuring with ACEmanager on page 20 to learn how to access ACEmanager.

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ACEview
ACEview is a Windows-based monitoring application for the PC with an easy to read
interface. You can download ACEview free of charge from source.sierrawireless.com.
Figure 1-4: ACEview Screen
Note: ACEview requires the Microsoft .NET Framework v.2.0 and Microsoft Windows XP or later.
Obtain the Microsoft .NET Framework from Microsoft at: http://www.microsoft.com.
AirLink Management Service
AirLink Management Service (ALMS) is a cloud-based application, accessible from your
web browser. It provides remote monitoring and configuration for multiple AirLink ALEOS
devices from a single computer.
ALMS features include:
•Device management as a service
•Advanced monitoring dashboards and alert notifications ensuring you always know
the status of your ES450 gateways
•Detailed configuration of all ALEOS parameters, including templates providing batch
updates of pre-set configurations across multiple devices
•Over-the-air (OTA) firmware upgrades for all of your ES450 gateways with a single
operation
For more information about ALMS, go to www.sierrawireless.com/ALMS.

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Accessories
•Included with the ES450:
·AC power adapter with international plug options
·Mounting screws
·Two LTE antennas
·Quick Start Guide
•Order separately:
·Ethernet cable
·DB-9 serial cable (6 ft and 25 ft lengths)
·USB cable
·Null modem cable
Ordering Information
For more information or to place an order, contact: [email protected].
Warranty
The ES450 gateway has a 3-year standard warranty.

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2: Startup and Configuration
This chapter provides instruction for the initial device configuration, and describes the
front panel LEDs.
Initial Startup and Configuration
Follow the instructions in this section to do the initial startup and configuration for the
ES450 gateway. For on-site installation and setup instructions, see On-site Installation
and Setup on page 26.
Tools and Materials Required
•A SIM card for your ES450 gateway (provided by your mobile network operator) if not
already installed
•A Phillips screwdriver for removing the top cover
•A laptop computer with an Ethernet, USB, or serial cable for device management
•Two LTE wireless antennas (included). For indoor use only.
•AC power adapter (included)
•If wireless out-of-band management is required, a null modem cable to connect the
ES450 gateway’s RS-232 port to the enterprise router
•If you are mounting the antennas remotely from the ES450 gateway, you will need a
coaxial cable, mounting brackets, and connectors. (For more information, see
Antenna Installation on page 28.)

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Installing the SIM Card
If it is not already installed, insert a SIM card into the ES450 before connecting any
external equipment or powering it up.
Figure 2-1: SIM Card Installation
Connecting the Antennas
The primary and secondary RF antennas can be:
•Attached directly to the ES450
They operate well when the antenna blades are placed in a V position, with 90
degrees of separation.
•Placed remotely using brackets, and connected to the ES450 using a coaxial cable
This may be required if you want to place the ES450 in an area that does not have
optimal signal strength or is near RF noise interference (such as near an enterprise
router)
An RF site survey may be required to determine the best location. See Antenna Instal-
lation on page 28.
1) Use a Phillips screwdriver to
2) Remove the cover.
3) Slide the SIM card
into the SIM card holder.
Note the orientation of notched
4) Reattach the cover, ensuring that the Phillips screws are tightened to 5 in-lb (0.6 N-m).
corner of SIM card for
proper alignment.
Over-tightening can damage the threads in the aluminum housing.
remove the four screws securing the cover.
Save the screws for re-installation.

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To connect the antennas to the device:
1. Connect both RF antennas, as shown in the illustration.
2. Adjust the antennas so they are in a V-formation, with a separation of 90 degrees.
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Connecting the Power Cable and Starting the ES450
1. Choose the correct AC adapter plug for your region and slide it into the AC adapter
base.
2. Connect the power cable to the 4-pin power connector on the ES450.
3. Plug the adapter into an AC wall outlet. (If you use a cable to connect the device to a
DC power source, see Power Connector on the ES450 Gateway on page 30.)
Characteristics of the ES450 power supply:
·100–240 V
·50/60 Hz.
·9–36 VDC, 1500 mA output
4. The ES450 starts automatically, as indicated by the flashing LEDs. See LED Behavior
on page 23 for details.
Connecting the Configuration PC
To connect the computer to the ES450 gateway:
1. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the ES450 to the PC.
If the Ethernet port is being used to connect another device, such as an enterprise
router, you can connect the USB port on the ES450 to the computer and configure it to
act as a virtual Ethernet port. See Figure 2-2 on page 18.
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Figure 2-2: Connecting the ES450 to the PC
2. If you are using a USB cable:
a. Download the USB drivers from source.sierrawireless.com/resources/airlink/
software_downloads/airlink_usb_driver/
b. Install the USB drivers.
c. Reboot the PC.
3. Use the appropriate cable (Ethernet or USB) to connect the PC to the ES450 device.
Connecting the Enterprise Router or other
Equipment
1. Use a serial cable to connect one of the WAN ports on the enterprise router to the
RS-232 serial connector on the ES450.
Note: The ES450 is a DCE serial device. The enterprise router may have an RJ-45 or DB-9 console
port. Depending on the type of console port connectors and the cable available from the enterprise
router vendor, you may need to purchase additional cables, including a null modem cable from the
enterprise router vendor.
Ethernet
cable
Ethernet
cable
USB cable
Ethernet Connection Virtual Ethernet Connection with USB cable
If you are using the Ethernet
port on the ES450 device to
connect an enterprise
router, then use the USB
port to connect the PC
and configure it to be a
virtual Ethernet port.
If you are not using the Ethernet
port on the ES450 to connect an
enterprise router, the easiest way
to connect the PC is to use an
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Figure 2-3: Connecting an enterprise router to an ES450
The ES450 serial connector complies with the EIA RS-232D specification for DCE
equipment. The output driver levels range from -7 VDC to +7 VDC with normal loading.
Figure 2-4: 9-Pin Serial Connector Diagram
Wired gateway
ES450 gateway
Enterprise router
Redundant ISP configuration Out-Of-Band Management Configuration
Enterprise router
ES450 gateway
Null modem cable
Table 2-1: Serial Connector Pin-out
Name Pin Description Type
DCD 1Data Carrier Detect OUT
RXD 2Receive Data OUT
TXD 3Transmit Data IN
DTR 4Data Terminal Ready IN
GND 5 Main GND. Connected
internally to BOARD_GND
GND
DSR 6Data Set Ready OUT
RTS 7Ready To Send IN
CTS 8Clear To Send OUT
RI 9Ring Indicator OUT
5
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Configuring with ACEmanager
To access ACEmanager:
1. Ensure that the ES450 is powered on and connected to a PC.
2. Open a web browser and in the address bar, enter http://192.168.13.31:9191.
Note: It may take a minute or two for the ES450 to respond after the first power up.
The ACEmanager login screen appears.
3. The default user name, user, is already entered. Enter the default password, 12345.
For devices with unique default passwords, enter the password printed on the label on
the base of the unit.
Note: For system security, ensure that you change the default password as soon as possible.
Figure 2-5: ACEmanager Login Screen
4. Click Log In.