Weidmuller IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL User manual

Industrial Wireless
Access Point/Bridge/Client
User Manual IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL
2616180000/00/06.18
First Edition, June 2018

User Manual IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL
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Contact Information
Weidmüller Interface GmbH & Co. KG
Postfach 3030
32760 Detmold
Klingenbergstraße 16
32758 Detmold
Germany
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction..........................................................................................................................................1
Overview ..............................................................................................................................................2
Package Checklist ..................................................................................................................................2
Product Features ...................................................................................................................................2
Product Specifications ............................................................................................................................3
Functional Design ..................................................................................................................................6
Device Ports ..................................................................................................................................6
LED Indicators ...............................................................................................................................6
Beeper..........................................................................................................................................8
Reset Button..................................................................................................................................8
Relay (Digital Output) .....................................................................................................................8
2. Getting Started......................................................................................................................................9
First-time Installation and Configuration ................................................................................................. 10
Communication Testing ........................................................................................................................ 11
Function Map ...................................................................................................................................... 13
3. Web Console Configuration .................................................................................................................15
Web Browser Configuration................................................................................................................... 16
Overview ............................................................................................................................................ 18
Quick Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 19
General Setup ..................................................................................................................................... 21
System Information...................................................................................................................... 21
Interface On/Off........................................................................................................................... 22
Network Settings.......................................................................................................................... 22
System Time ............................................................................................................................... 25
Wireless LAN Setup.............................................................................................................................. 26
Operation Mode............................................................................................................................ 27
Basic WLAN Setup ........................................................................................................................ 28
WLAN Security Settings................................................................................................................. 30
Advanced WLAN Settings .............................................................................................................. 37
WLAN Certificate Settings (For EAP-TLS in Client/Slave Mode Only) .................................................... 41
Advanced Setup .................................................................................................................................. 42
Using Virtual LAN ......................................................................................................................... 42
Configuring Virtual LAN ................................................................................................................. 43
DHCP Server (for AP/Client-Router mode only) ................................................................................ 44
Packet Filters ............................................................................................................................... 45
RSTP Settings (Master or Slave Mode Only) ..................................................................................... 47
Static Route (For Client-Router Mode Only) ..................................................................................... 49
NAT Settings/Port Forwarding (For Client-Router mode only) ............................................................. 50
SNMP Agent................................................................................................................................. 51
Link Fault Pass-Through (for Client/Slave mode only) ....................................................................... 53
Logs and Notifications .......................................................................................................................... 53
System Logs................................................................................................................................ 53
Syslog ........................................................................................................................................ 55
E-mail Notifications....................................................................................................................... 56
Relay .......................................................................................................................................... 57
Trap ........................................................................................................................................... 57
Status ................................................................................................................................................ 59
Wireless LAN Status...................................................................................................................... 59
Associated Client List (for AP/Master Mode Only).............................................................................. 59
DHCP Client List (for AP Mode Only) ............................................................................................... 60
System Logs................................................................................................................................ 61
Relay Status ................................................................................................................................ 61
DI and Power Status..................................................................................................................... 62
AeroLink Protection Status (For Client/Slave Mode Only) ................................................................... 62
System Status ............................................................................................................................. 63
Network Status ............................................................................................................................ 63
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 65
Console Settings .......................................................................................................................... 65
Ping............................................................................................................................................ 65
Firmware Upgrade ........................................................................................................................ 66
Configuration Import and Export .................................................................................................... 66
Load Factory Default..................................................................................................................... 67
Account Settings .......................................................................................................................... 67
Change Password ......................................................................................................................... 69
Misc. Settings .............................................................................................................................. 69
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 69
Save Configuration .............................................................................................................................. 70
Restart ............................................................................................................................................... 71

Logout................................................................................................................................................ 72
4. Software Installation and Configuration .............................................................................................73
WLAN Administration Tool..................................................................................................................... 74
Installing WLAN Administration Tool ............................................................................................... 74
Configuring WLAN Administration Tool ............................................................................................ 76
5. Additional Consoles.............................................................................................................................81
RS-232 Console Configuration (115200, None, 8, 1, VT100) ..................................................................... 82
Configuration by Telnet and SSH Consoles .............................................................................................. 84
Configuration by Web Browser with HTTPS/SSL ....................................................................................... 84
Disabling Telnet and Browser Access ...................................................................................................... 85
A. References ..........................................................................................................................................86
AeroLink Protection.............................................................................................................................. 87
Beacon............................................................................................................................................... 87
DTIM.................................................................................................................................................. 87
Fragment............................................................................................................................................ 88
RTS Threshold..................................................................................................................................... 88
STP and RSTP ..................................................................................................................................... 89
The STP/RSTP Concept ................................................................................................................. 89
Differences between RSTP and STP................................................................................................. 89
B. Supporting Information ......................................................................................................................90
About This User’s Manual...................................................................................................................... 91
DoC (Declaration of Conformity) ............................................................................................................ 91
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement ............................................................. 91
R&TTE Compliance Statement........................................................................................................ 92

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1. Introduction
The IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL industrial a/b/g/n high speed wireless products are ideal wireless solutions for
hard-to-wire applications that use mobile equipment connected over a TCP/IP network. The
IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL is rated to operate at temperatures ranging from -25 to 60°C for standard models and -40
to 75°C for wide temperature models, and is rugged enough for any harsh industrial environment.
The following topics are covered in this chapter:
Overview
Package Checklist
Product Features
Product Specifications
Functional Design
➢Device Ports
➢LED Indicators
➢Beeper
➢Reset Button
➢Relay (Digital Output)

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Overview
The IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL is 802.11n compliant to deliver speed, range, and reliability to support even the most
bandwidth-intensive applications. The 802.11n standard incorporates multiple technologies, including Spatial
Multiplexing MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out), 20 and 40 MHz channels, and dual bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) to
provide high speed wireless communication, while still being able to communicate with legacy 802.11a/b/g
devices.
The device's operating temperature ranges from -25 to 60°C for standard models and -40 to 75°C for wide
temperature models, and is rugged enough for all types of harsh industrial environments. Installation of the
IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL is easy using DIN-Rail mounting or distribution boxes, and with its wide operating
temperature range, IP30-rated housing with LED indicators, and DIN-Rail mounting it is a convenient yet
reliable solution for all types of industrial wireless applications.
Package Checklist
Weidmüller’s IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL is shipped with the following items. If any of these items is missing or
damaged, please contact your customer service representative for assistance.
•1 IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL
•2.4/5 GHz antennas
•Quick Installation Guide
•Cable holder with 1 screw
•Protective caps
Product Features
•IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compliant
•Advanced wireless security
➢64-bit and 128-bit WEP/WPA/WPA2
➢SSID Hiding/IEEE 802.1X/RADIUS
➢Packet access control & filtering
•STP/RSTP support for network system redundancy
•Long-distance transmission support (5 GHz channel only)
•Turbo Roaming enables rapid handover (Client mode)
•AeroLink Protection supported for redundant wireless communication
•EBR-MODULE RS232 (backup and restore module) for configuration import/export
•RS-232 console management
•2DI+1DO for on-site monitoring and warnings
•Wide -40 to 75°C operating temperature range (-T model)
•Redundant 12 to 48 VDC power inputs or IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet
•DIN-Rail or wall mounting
•IP30 protected high-strength metal housing

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Product Specifications
WLAN Interface
Standards:
•IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n for Wireless LAN
•IEEE 802.11i for Wireless Security
•IEEE 802.3 for 10BaseT
•IEEE 802.3u for 100BaseT(X)
•IEEE 802.3ab for 1000BaseT
•IEEE 802.3af for Power-over-Ethernet
•IEEE 802.1D for Spanning Tree Protocol
•IEEE 802.1w for Rapid STP
•IEEE 802.1Q for VLAN
Spread Spectrum and Modulation (typical):
•DSSS with DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK
•OFDM with BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM
•802.11b: CCK @ 11/5.5 Mbps, DQPSK @ 2 Mbps, DBPSK @ 1 Mbps
•802.11a/g: 64QAM @ 54/48 Mbps, 16QAM @ 36/24 Mbps, QPSK @ 18/12 Mbps, BPSK @ 9/6 Mbps
•• 802.11n: 64QAM @ 300 Mbps to BPSK @ 6.5 Mbps (multiple rates supported)
Operating Channels (central frequency):
US:
•2.412 to 2.462 GHz (11 channels)
•5.180 to 5.240 GHz (4 channels)
•5.260 to 5.320 GHz (4 channels)*
•5.500 to 5.700 GHz (8 channels, excluding 5.600 to 5.640 GHz)*
•5.745 to 5.825 GHz (5 channels)
EU:
•2.412 to 2.472 GHz (13 channels)
•5.180 to 5.240 GHz (4 channels)
•5.260 to 5.320 GHz (4 channels)*
•5.500 to 5.700 GHz (11 channels)*
JP:
•2.412 to 2.484 GHz (14 channels)
•5.180 to 5.240 GHz (4 channels)
•5.260 to 5.320 GHz (4 channels)*
•5.500 to 5.700 GHz (11 channels)*
*DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) channel support: In AP mode, when a radar signal is detected, the device will
automatically switch to another channel. However according to regulations, after switching channels, a 60-second
availability check period is required before starting the service.
Security:
•SSID broadcast enable/disable
•Firewall for MAC/IP/Protocol/Port-based filtering
•64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, WPA/WPA2-Personal and Enterprise (IEEE 802.1X/RADIUS, TKIP, and AES)
Transmission Rates:
•802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
•802.11a/g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps
•802.11n: 6.5 to 300 Mbps (multiple rates supported)

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Transmitter Power:
802.11b:
Typ. 26±1.5 dBm @ 1 Mbps, Typ. 26±1.5 dBm @ 2 Mbps
Typ. 26±1.5 dBm @ 5.5 Mbps, Typ. 25±1.5 dBm @ 11 Mbps
802.11g:
Typ. 23±1.5 dBm @ 6 to 24 Mbps, Typ. 22±1.5 dBm @ 36 Mbps
Typ. 20±1.5 dBm @ 48 Mbps, Typ. 19±1.5 dBm @ 54 Mbps
802.11n (2.4 GHz):
Typ. 23±1.5 dBm @ MCS0/8 20 MHz,
Typ. 18±1.5 dBm @ MCS7/15 20 MHz
Typ. 23±1.5 dBm @ MCS0/8 40 MHz,
Typ. 17±1.5 dBm @ MCS7/15 40 MHz
802.11a:
Typ. 23±1.5 dBm @ 6 to 24 Mbps, Typ. 21±1.5 dBm @ 36 Mbps
Typ. 20±1.5 dBm @ 48 Mbps, Typ. 18±1.5 dBm @ 54 Mbps
802.11n (5 GHz):
Typ. 23±1.5 dBm @ MCS0/8 20 MHz,
Typ. 18±1.5 dBm @ MCS7/15 20 MHz
Typ. 23±1.5 dBm @ MCS0/8 40 MHz,
Typ. 18±1.5 dBm @ MCS7/15 40 MHz
Note: Based on regional regulations, the maximum transmission power allowed on the UNII bands is restricted in the
firmware, as indicated below:
US
EU
JP
2.4 GHz
26 dBm
18 dBm
18 dBm
5 GHz (UNII-1)
23 dBm
21 dBm
21 dBm
5 GHz (UNII-2)
23 dBm
21 dBm
21 dBm
5 GHz (UNII-2e)
23 dBm
23 dBm
23 dBm
5 GHz (UNII-3)
23 dBm
–
–
Receiver Sensitivity:
802.11b:
-93 dBm @ 1 Mbps, -93 dBm @ 2 Mbps
-93 dBm @ 5.5 Mbps, -88 dBm @ 11 Mbps
802.11g:
-88 dBm @ 6 Mbps, -86 dBm @ 9 Mbps
-85 dBm @ 12 Mbps, -85 dBm @ 18 Mbps
-85 dBm @ 24 Mbps, -82 dBm @ 36 Mbps
-78 dBm @ 48 Mbps, -74 dBm @ 54 Mbps
802.11n (2.4 GHz):
-70 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz, -69 dBm @ MCS15 20 MHz
-67 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz, -67 dBm @ MCS15 40 MHz
802.11a:
-90 dBm @ 6 Mbps, -88 dBm @ 9 Mbps
-88 dBm @ 12 Mbps, -85 dBm @ 18 Mbps
-81 dBm @ 24 Mbps, -78 dBm @ 36 Mbps
-74 dBm @ 48 Mbps, -72 dBm @ 54 Mbps
802.11n (5 GHz):
-69 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz, -71 dBm @ MCS15 20 MHz
-63 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz, -68 dBm @ MCS15 40 MHz
Protocol Support
General Protocols: Proxy ARP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, IP, ICMP, SNTP, TCP, UDP, RADIUS, SNMP, DHCP, VLAN, STP/RSTP
Interface
Default Antennas: 2 dual-band omni-directional antennas, 2 dBi, RP-SMA (male)
Connector for External Antennas: RP-SMA (female), 500 V insulation
LAN Ports: 1, RJ45, 10/100/1000BaseT(X) auto negotiation speed, F/H duplex mode, and auto MDI/MDI-X connection

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Console Port: RS-232 (RJ45-type)
Reset: Present
LED Indicators: PWR1, PWR2, PoE, FAULT, STATE, SIGNAL*, WLAN, LAN
*signal strength indicator
Alarm Contact (digital output): 1 relay output with current carrying capacity of 1 A @ 24 VDC
Digital Inputs: 2 electrically isolated inputs
•+13 to +30 V for state “1”
•3 to -30 V for state “0”
•Max. input current: 8 mA
Management
Device Management: WLAN Administration Tool, SNMP
Physical Characteristics
Housing: Metal, IP30 protection
Weight: 860 g (1.9 lb)
Dimensions: 52.7 x 135 x 105 mm (2.08 x 5.32 x 4.13 in)
Installation: DIN-rail mounting (standard), wall mounting (optional)
Environmental Limits
Operating Temperature:
•Standard Models: -25 to 60°C (-13 to 140°F)
•Wide Temp. Models: -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F)
Storage Temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Ambient Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Power Requirements
Input Voltage: 12 to 48 VDC, redundant dual DC power inputs or 48 VDC Power-over-Ethernet Plus (IEEE 802.3af
compliant)
Input Current: 0.6 A @ 12 VDC;0.15 A @ 48 VDC
Connector: 10-pin removable terminal block, 500 V insulation
Power Consumption: 7.2 W
Reverse Polarity Protection: Present
Standards and Certifications
Safety: UL 60950-1, EN 60950-1
Hazardous Location: UL/cUL Class I Division 2, ATEX Zone 2
EMC: EN 61000-6-2/6-4
EMI: CISPR 22, FCC Part 15B Class B
EMS:
•IEC 61000-4-2 ESD: Contact: 8 kV; Air: 15 kV
•IEC 61000-4-3 RS: 80 MHz to 1 GHz: 10 V/m
•IEC 61000-4-4 EFT: Power: 2 kV; Signal: 1 kV
•IEC 61000-4-5 Surge: Power: 2 kV; Signal: 2 kV
•IEC 61000-4-6 CS: 3 V/m
•IEC 61000-4-8 PFMF: 1 A/m
Radio: EN 301 489-1/17, EN 300 328, EN 301 893, MIC, FCC ID SLE-WAPN008, KC, RCM, WPC, ANATEL, SRRC
Note: Please check Weidmüller’s website for the most up-to-date certification status.
MTBF (mean time between failures)
Time: 570,854 hrs
Standard: Telcordia SR332
Warranty
Warranty Period: 5 years

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ATTENTION
•For EXPLOSION-PROOF application, model IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL are designed and certified to meet ATEX
shall be mounted in a suitable enclosure rate to at least IP54 and Pollution Degree 2 as defined in EN60529
and used within its rated electrical and environmental ratings.
ATTENTION
•The IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL is NOT a portable mobile device and should be located at least 20 cm away from
the human body.
•The IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL is NOT designed for the general public. A well-trained technician should be
enlisted to ensure safe deployment of IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL units, and to establish a wireless network.
Functional Design
Device Ports
LED Indicators
The LEDs on the front panel of the IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL provide
a quick and easy means of determining the current operational
status and wireless settings.
The FAULT LED indicates system failures and user-configured
events. If the IE-WL-VL-AP-BR-CL cannot retrieve the IP
address from a DHCP server, the FAULT LED will blink at half
second intervals. The SIGNAL LEDs indicate signal strength,
and only operate in Client mode.
RJ45 Ethernet port (10/100/1000 BaseTX)
Serial (RS232) configuration console port
(to be used with attached serial/RJ45 cable)
Fault LED
Signal
strength
LEDs