Zcom ZAC Series User manual

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IEEE 802.11 a/n Outdoor Wireless CPE
User’s Manual
Model name: ZAC-1023-5-13
ZAC-502
ZWA-3080
ZN-7200-2AEI-L
V1.0
May 2014

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Copyright
Copyright © 2014 all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, adapted, stored in
a retrieval system, translated into any language, or transmitted in any form or by any means without
the written permission of the supplier.
About This Manual
This user manual is intended to guide professional installer to install the IEEE 802.11n ZAC Wireless
CPE series and how to build the infrastructure centered on it. It includes procedures to assist you in
avoiding unforeseen problems.
Conventions
For your attention on important parts, special characters and patterns are used in this manual:
This indicates an important note that you must pay attention to.
This indicates a warning or caution that you have to abide.
Bold: Indicates the function, important words, and so on.
Warning:
Note:

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
-Verify that the ambient temperature remains between 0 to 40°C, taking into account the elevated
temperatures when installed in a rack or enclosed space.
-Verify the integrity of the electrical ground before installing the device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

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FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
To avoid the possibility of exceeding radio frequency exposure limits, you shall beep a distance of at
least 100cm between you and the antenna of the installed equipment. This transmitter must not be
co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country
dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The
firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.
根據低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法
(1) 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更
頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
(2) 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應
立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信
或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
此產品為 HiNA 設備

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Warranty
Hardware warranty is for one (1) year from date of shipment from Distributor warrants that hardware
will conform to the current relevant published specifications and will be free from material defects in
material and workmanship under normal use and service.
IN NO EVENT SHALL DISTRIBUTOR BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY OTHER PARTY FOR ANY
DIRECT, INDIRECT, GENERAL, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR
OTHER DAMAGE RISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT (INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS
INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS, OR
FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY, EVEN IF DISTRIBUTOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO CASE SHALL EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID
FOR THE PRODUCT.
DO NOT dispose any component of product package, if you need any serves please contacting with
our service centers or local retailer. You can decrease environmental impact by right methods and
procedures. If you like to dispose the product or any accessory, please contact your nearest disposal
manufacturers/recycle company. If you have any maintenance inquiry, please contacting with our
service centers or local retailer, this will extend the life time of the product.
本器材須經專業工程人員安裝及設定，始得設置使用，且不得直接販售給一般消費者

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Content
Chapter 1 Introduction...........................................................................................10
Introduction....................................................................................................................10
Key Features..................................................................................................................10
Hardware Overview........................................................................................................11
Front View.....................................................................................................................................11
Back View .....................................................................................................................................11
Inside the Bottom Cover ............................................................................................................ 12
LED Indicators........................................................................................................................... 12
Typical Management Scenario......................................................................................13
Hardware Installation.....................................................................................................14
Preparation before Installation......................................................................................14
Professional Installation Required............................................................................................ 14
Safety Precautions...................................................................................................................... 14
Installation Precautions ............................................................................................................. 15
Product Package......................................................................................................................... 15
Pole Mounting Ring................................................................................................................... 16
Ferrite Suppression Core.......................................................................................................... 16
24VDC Power Cord & PoE Injector........................................................................................... 16
Hardware Installation.....................................................................................................17
Connect up .................................................................................................................................. 17
Using the Grounding Wire ......................................................................................................... 18
Mount the AP on a Pole.............................................................................................................. 19
Power Up ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Connect to the Access Point ..................................................................................................... 21
Connect to the Access Point ..................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 2 Quick Setup Tutorial.............................................................................24
Access the Web Configurator.......................................................................................24

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Configure the AC+Thin AP mode..................................................................................26
Chapter 3 Navigate the Web Configurator ...........................................................40
Virtual AC+Thin AP Mode..............................................................................................40
Status ........................................................................................................................................... 40
View Basic Information.............................................................................................................. 40
View Managed APs ................................................................................................................... 40
View Wireless Users ................................................................................................................. 41
View DHCP Client Table............................................................................................................ 41
Wireless Settings........................................................................................................................ 42
Wireless Networks (VAP Profiles Settings)............................................................................... 42
Wireless Protocols..................................................................................................................... 46
Access Control .......................................................................................................................... 48
Traffic Shaping .......................................................................................................................... 49
Radius Settings ......................................................................................................................... 50
TCP/IP Settings......................................................................................................................... 51
Captive Portal............................................................................................................................ 52
Firewall Settings........................................................................................................................ 54
Management................................................................................................................................ 57
AP Management........................................................................................................................ 57
System Settings ........................................................................................................................ 59
Time Settings............................................................................................................................. 61
Firmware Upgrade..................................................................................................................... 61
Backup/ Retrieve Settings......................................................................................................... 62
Restore Factory Default Settings .............................................................................................. 62
Reboot....................................................................................................................................... 63
Password Settings..................................................................................................................... 64
Syslog Setting: .......................................................................................................................... 64
System Log: .............................................................................................................................. 65
System Alert:............................................................................................................................. 66

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Tools............................................................................................................................................. 66
Ping ........................................................................................................................................... 66
Trace Route............................................................................................................................... 67
Thin AP Mode.................................................................................................................68
Information .................................................................................................................................. 68
Basic Settings ............................................................................................................................. 68
FAT AP Mode..................................................................................................................70
Status ........................................................................................................................................... 70
View Basic Information.............................................................................................................. 70
View Association List................................................................................................................. 70
View Network Flow Statistics..................................................................................................... 71
View ARP Table......................................................................................................................... 72
View Bridge Table...................................................................................................................... 72
View Active DHCP Client Table................................................................................................. 72
View Network Activities ............................................................................................................. 73
System ......................................................................................................................................... 74
Basic System Settings............................................................................................................... 74
TCP/IP Settings......................................................................................................................... 75
Time Settings............................................................................................................................. 77
RADIUS Settings....................................................................................................................... 78
Firewall Settings........................................................................................................................ 79
UDP Pass Through ................................................................................................................... 82
DMZ:.......................................................................................................................................... 82
Wireless ....................................................................................................................................... 83
VAP Profile Settings .................................................................................................................. 85
VLAN......................................................................................................................................... 89
Advanced Settings .................................................................................................................... 89
Access Control .......................................................................................................................... 92
Traffic Shaping .......................................................................................................................... 93

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Captive Portal............................................................................................................................ 94
WDS Settings............................................................................................................................ 96
Management................................................................................................................................ 97
Password................................................................................................................................... 97
Upgrade Firmware..................................................................................................................... 97
Backup/ Retrieve Settings......................................................................................................... 98
Restore Factory Default Settings .............................................................................................. 98
Reboot....................................................................................................................................... 99
Remote Management................................................................................................................ 99
SNMP Management................................................................................................................ 100
Certificate Settings.................................................................................................................. 102
Tools........................................................................................................................................... 103
System Log ............................................................................................................................. 103
Ping Watch Dog....................................................................................................................... 103
Appendix A. ASCII................................................................................................105
Appendix B. Specification...................................................................................107

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Introduction
The ZAC Series Access Point is a multi-mode 2x2 Access Point embedded with a software-based
virtual access controller (VAC) for centrally managing managed APs that eliminates the need for a
separate hardware controller to manage the WLAN. ZN-7200-2AEI-L operates at 5GHz band. Ideally
for SMB or hotspot network, this breakthrough innovation provides superior Wi-Fi network solutions at
significantly lower cost and easier management.
While operating as access point, the ZAC Wireless CPE also provides centralized management and
monitoring of all the managed APs on the network. In addition, the easy-to-install ZAC Wireless CPE
is also a high-performance last-mile broadband solution that provides reliable wireless network
coverage for broadband application.
Key Features
Centralized configuration control for your network
Compliant with IEEE 802.11n standard
Support passive PoE supplied with 24V.
High reliable watertight housing endures almost any harsh environments
Three management modes including AC, AC+Thin AP, ThinAP and Fat AP.
Four wireless operation modes in FAT AP mode including AP, Wireless Client, WDS and AP
Repeater.
Up to 8 BSSIDs available for service deployment
Support encryption: 64/128/152-bit WEP and 802.1X, WPA, WPA2, WPA&WPA2,WPA-PSK,
WPA2-PSK, and WPA-PSK&WPA2-PSK
User-friendly Web and SNMP-based management interface

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Hardware Overview
Front View
Back View

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Inside the Bottom Cover
LED Indicators
LED
COLOR
STATUS
DESCRIPTION
PWR
Green
On
The device is powered on
Off
The device is not receiving power
LAN
Green
On
The device has the Ethernet connection
Off
The device has no Ethernet connection
Blinking
Transmitting/receiving Ethernet packets
WLAN
Green
On
The WLAN is active
Off
The WLAN is inactive
Blinking
Transmitting/receiving wireless packets
Signal*3
Green
3 LED On
The signal strength is excellent
2 LED On
The signal strength is good
1 LED On
The signal strength is weak

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Typical Management Scenario
This section describes the typical management of ZAC Wireless CPE. By default, it is set to thin AP
mode (managed AP) which allows it to be managed by the ZAC Wireless CPE in AC mode. The
following figure illustrates a ZAC wireless network.
When a thin AP mode joins a wired network, it will start to look for a ZAC Wireless CPE in AC mode.
If the thin AP founds the AP controller on the network, it will send the registration request to the AP
controller. Once the registration is successfully made, the AP that acts as the AP controller will add
the thin AP to its management list and provides it configuration information.

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Hardware Installation
This chapter describes safety precautions and product information you have to know and check before
installing the ZAC Wireless CPE.
Preparation before Installation
Professional Installation Required
Please seek assistance from a professional installer who is well trained in the RF installation and
knowledgeable in the local regulations.
Safety Precautions
1. To keep you safe and install the hardware properly, please read and follow these safety
precautions.
2. If you are installing the ZAC Wireless CPE for the first time, for your safety as well as others’,
please seek assistance from a professional installer who has received safety training on the
hazards involved.
3. Keep safety as well as performance in mind when selecting your installation site, especially
where there are electric power and phone lines.
4. When installing the ZAC Wireless CPE, please note the following things:
Do not use a metal ladder;
Do not work on a wet or windy day;
Wear shoes with rubber soles and heels, rubber gloves, long sleeved shirt or jacket.
5. When the system is operational, avoid standing directly in front of it. Strong RF fields are present
when the transmitter is on.

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Installation Precautions
To keep the ZAC Wireless CPE well while you are installing it, please read and follow these installation
precautions.
1. Users MUST use a proper and well-installed grounding and surge arrestor with the ZAC
Wireless CPE; otherwise, a random lightening could easily cause fatal damage to ZAC Wireless
CPE. EMD (Lightning) DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRNTY.
2. Users MUST use the “Power cord & PoE Injector”shipped in the box with the ZAC Wireless
CPE. Use of other options will likely cause damage to the unit.
Product Package
The product package you have received should contain the following items. If any of them are not
included or damaged, please contact your local vendor for support.
IEEE 802.11n ZAC Wireless CPE ×1
Pole Mounting Ring ×1
24VDC Power cord & PoE Injector ×1
Ferrite Suppression Core ×1
Grounding Wire ×1
Product CD ×1
Product CD contains Quick Installation Guide and User Manual.
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Pole Mounting Ring
Ferrite Suppression Core
24VDC Power Cord & PoE Injector
Users MUST use the “Power cord & PoE Injector”shipped in the box with the IEEE
802.11n Wireless CPE. Use of other options will likely cause damage to the IEEE
802.11n Wireless CPE..
Warning:

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Hardware Installation
Connect up
1. The bottom of the ZAC Wireless CPE is a movable cover. Grab the cover and pull it back harder
to take it out as the figure shown below.
2. Plug a standard Ethernet cable into the RJ45 port.
3. Slide the cover back and press down the lock button to seal the bottom of the ZAC Wireless
CPE.

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Using the Grounding Wire
The ZAC Wireless CPE is equipped with a grounding wire. It is important that the Access Point, cables,
and PoE Injector must be properly connected to earth ground during normal use against surges or
ESD.
1. Remove the screw on the grounding point at the bottom of the ZAC Wireless CPE.
2. Put the grounding wire on the grounding point at the bottom of the ZAC Wireless CPE. Then
screw the grounding wire to tighten up.

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3. Connect the grounding wire to earth ground.
Mount the AP on a Pole
1. Turn the ZAC Wireless CPE over. Put the pole mounting ring through the middle hole of it. Note
that you should unlock the pole mounting ring with a screw driver before putting it through the
device as the following right picture shows.
2. Mount the ZAC Wireless CPE steadily to the pole by locking the pole mounting ring tightly.

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Power Up
1. Connect power cord to the PoE injector as the following right picture shows.
2. Connect the Ethernet cable that connects the Access Point to the “POE”port of the PoE injector
as figured below.