AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge
User’s Guide
802.11b/g
ABDG-ET Series
WLNG-ET Series
802.11b
ABDB-ET Series
WLNB-ET Series
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................1
FEATURES AND BENEFITS ............................................................................................................................2
SAMPLE APPLICATION..................................................................................................................................3
USING THIS DOCUMENT...............................................................................................................................4
CONVENTIONS.............................................................................................................................................5
Terminology ..........................................................................................................................................5
Notes.....................................................................................................................................................5
Cautions ................................................................................................................................................5
RELATED DOCUMENTATION..........................................................................................................................6
CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................7
STANDARD PACKAGE CONTENTS ..................................................................................................................7
STANDARD PACKAGE HARDWARE DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................9
Reset Switch .........................................................................................................................................9
Indicator LEDs.....................................................................................................................................10
Mounting Cradle..................................................................................................................................12
HEAVY-DUTY PACKAGE .............................................................................................................................13
Indicator LEDs.....................................................................................................................................15
SELECTING A LOCATION.............................................................................................................................16
CONNECTING THE BRIDGE..........................................................................................................................17
CHAPTER 3 INITIAL CONFIGURATION............................................................................................................19
WIRELESS CONFIGURATION........................................................................................................................19
VERIFYING YOUR CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................21
WPA-LEAP SECURITY..............................................................................................................................22
System Requirements.........................................................................................................................22
Computer Resource Requirements ....................................................................................................22
System Implementation Considerations .............................................................................................22
CHAPTER 4 AIRBORNE CONTROL CENTER.................................................................................................25
LAUNCHING THE ACC................................................................................................................................25
NAVIGATING AROUND THE ACC ...................................................................................................................27
PERFORMING CONFIGURATION ACTIVITIES..................................................................................................27
SAVING CONFIGURATION CHANGES............................................................................................................29
BASIC CONFIGURATION SETTINGS..............................................................................................................30
Status Page (Basic Configuration Settings)........................................................................................30
Miscellaneous Settings Page (Basic Configuration Settings).............................................................31
ADVANCED CONFIGURATION SETTINGS.......................................................................................................41
Services Page (Advanced Configuration Settings).............................................................................41
Security Settings Page (Advanced Configuration Setting) .................................................................43
Update Firmware Page (Advanced Configuration Settings)...............................................................45
Reset Page (Advanced Configuration Settings) .................................................................................48
CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................................................50
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS ............................................................................................................50
LED TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................................................................................52
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................................53
APPENDIX B FCC COMPLIANCE........................................................................................................................59
FCC STATEMENT ..................................................................................................................................59
FCC RF EXPOSURE STATEMENT........................................................................................................59
INFORMATION FOR CANADIAN USERS (IC NOTICE)......................................................................................59
MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .....................................................................................60
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INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE (APPLICABLE TO USE WITHIN CANADA).............................................................60
AVIS DE CONFORMITE A LA REGLEMENTATION D’INDUSTRIE CANADA............................................................61
INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE STATEMENT.....................................................................61
AVIS DE CONFORMITE A LA REGLEMENTATION D’INDUSTRIE CANADA............................................................61
EUROPEAN COMMUNITY—CE NOTICE........................................................................................................61
......................................................................................................................................................61
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GLOSSARY...............................................................................................................................................................65
INDEX.........................................................................................................................................................................69
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Basic Application Involving a LAN Host and Ethernet Client........................................3
Figure 2. AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge Hardware (standard package).................................9
Figure 3. Indicator LEDs on the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge............................................10
Figure 4. Mounting Cradle Dimensions......................................................................................12
Figure 5. AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge Hardware (heavy-duty package) ............................13
Figure 6. AirborneDirect™ Heavy-Duty Cable (Evaluation Kit Item)...........................................14
Figure 7. End Cap Pin-out and Connector Location ...................................................................15
Figure 8. Device detection .........................................................................................................25
Figure 9. Device login ................................................................................................................26
Figure 10. Status Page ..............................................................................................................26
Figure 11. ACC Navigation Bar..................................................................................................27
Figure 12. Saved Settings Screen .............................................................................................29
Figure 13. Reset Notice Screen.................................................................................................29
Figure 14. Status Page ..............................................................................................................30
Figure 15. Miscellaneous OEM Settings Page ..........................................................................31
Figure 16. Wireless Network Configuration Page......................................................................33
Figure 17. Network Services Page ............................................................................................41
Figure 18. Security Configuration Page.....................................................................................43
Figure 19. Update Firmware Page.............................................................................................45
Figure 20. Precautionary Message............................................................................................46
Figure 21. Update Complete Message ......................................................................................47
Figure 22. Reset Page...............................................................................................................48
Figure 23. Confirm Restart..........................................................................................................49
Figure 24. Reset In Progress.....................................................................................................49
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge Features and Benefits ..............................................2
Table 2. AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge Indicator LEDs.......................................................11
Table 3. AirborneDirect™ Heavy-Duty Ethernet Bridge Indicator LEDs .....................................15
Table 4. Recording Information from Your Access Point’s Configuration Application ................20
Table 5. Miscellaneous OEM Settings.......................................................................................32
Table 6. Wireless Network Configuration Settings.....................................................................35
Table 7. Region Country Codes.................................................................................................40
Table 8. Network Services Settings...........................................................................................42
Table 9. Security Configuration Settings....................................................................................44
Table 10. Troubleshooting Suggestions ....................................................................................50
Table 11. Indicator LED Troubleshooting ..................................................................................52
Table 12. Specifications.............................................................................................................53
Table 13. Heavy-Duty Power Supply Specifications...................................................................58
Table 14. Heavy-Duty DC Specifications....................................................................................58
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
This guide describes the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge from Quatech, Inc. AirborneDirect™
is a fully integrated, 802.11 wireless Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity device designed to
provide wireless LAN and Internet connectivity in industrial, scientific, medical, and
transportation applications where an existing communications interface already exists. The
AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge is well suited to the following applications:
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Point-of-sale devices.
Medical equipment.
Manufacturing machinery.
Bar-code readers.
Time clocks.
Scales.
Data-collection devices.
Vehicle Diagnostics.
Telematics.
The AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge provides true plug-and-play wireless connectivity. By
delivering convenient, easy-to-deploy wireless network connectivity, the Bridge significantly
reduces the complexities of wireless system deployment and network implementation. At the
same time, users can move equipment without the cost and time associated with wired network
drops and environment restrictions. This provides flexibility for seasonal demands, line and
staffing changes, and more.
The AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge provides a bridge between the 802.11 wireless LAN and
any Ethernet-ready device with an RJ-45 connector. It acts transparently between the device
and a wireless LAN. By integrating AirborneDirect™ into existing and legacy platforms, OEMs
can significantly enhance their products by delivering increased value and functionality to their
entire customer base.
The AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge opens the world of remote device monitoring and
management (as well as wide-area data collection) to any device, machine, or plant that has an
Ethernet connection and a network infrastructure. The development kit provides quick and easy
access to the Bridge’s configuration and functions, while providing OEMs with a platform to
develop their branded solutions. The Bridge also provides the capability to perform firmware
upgrades that allow new features to be added quickly and easily, protecting your investment.
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
The key features and benefits of the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge are described in Table 1.
Table 1. AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge Features and Benefits
Feature
Benefit
Small package outline
Easy to attach to existing equipment; light enough to allow easy
mounting to vertical surfaces.
External antenna connection
Improved control over deployment by using a standard antenna
connector that provides multiple antenna configurations, including
omni-directional wand, patch, and panel solutions.
Allows the Bridge to be placed close to the Ethernet link and power
supply, while the antenna can be located remotely from the Bridge
for optimum placement and reception.
Integrated Ethernet cable and
connector
Simplifies use by requiring no extra cables or connectors.
Ideal OEM solution
A complete package for OEMs to easily and quickly integrate the
AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge into their product range.
Fully integrated 802.11 WLAN
module includes radio, base-
No RF design or network software development needed
(accelerates time-to-market while reducing development costs and
band, and application processor risks).
Full 802.11 compatibility
Eliminates cables: provides Intranet or Internet connectivity using
industry-standard wireless infrastructure.
Built-in TCP/IP stack, RTOS
and application software
Provides embedded products with LAN and Internet connectivity.
Does not require special programming, only simple configuration.
Designed specifically for
industrial, scientific, medical,
and automotive applications
Industrial specifications ensure robust and reliable performance in
demanding system environments.
Connectivity options include
TCP/IP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP,
DNS, Telnet, and UDAP
Rel iable data transport for Ethernet devices.
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SAMPLE APPLICATION
Figure 1 shows a basic application where the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge is exchanging
data wirelessly between an Ethernet client and a LAN host. In this application:
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The Ethernet client can be any device with an Ethernet port that is directly connected to
the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge.
The LAN host can be a network-based PC or server that requires connection to the
Ethernet Client using the network. The LAN host communicates with the
AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge over a wireless network connection via an attached
Access Point (AP).
Figure 1. Basic Application Involving a LAN Host and Ethernet Client
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USING THIS DOCUMENT
In addition to this chapter, this guide contains the following chapters and appendixes:
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Chapter 2, Hardware Installation ⎯ describes the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge
hardware and how to install it.
Chapter 3, Initial Configuration ⎯ describes how to configure the AirborneDirect™
Ethernet Bridge on your network
Chapter 4, Using the Airborne Control Center (ACC) ⎯ describes how to use the
Windows-based application to configure, manage, and view the status of the
AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge.
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Chapter 5, Troubleshooting ⎯ provides troubleshooting suggestions in the unlikely event
you encounter a problem using the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge.
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Appendix A, Specifications ⎯ lists the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge specifications.
Appendix B, FCC Compliance ⎯ contains FCC compliance information.
Appendix C, Glossary ⎯ defines the terms associated with the AirborneDirect™
Ethernet Bridge and wireless networks in general.
For convenience, an Index appears at the end of this guide.
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CONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used in this guide:
Terminology
In the following chapters, these terms are used:
ƒ “AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge” is used the first time the Bridge is mentioned in a
chapter. Thereafter, the term “Bridge” is used.
ƒ “Ethernet client” refers to the device to which the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge is
connected and which communicates with the Bridge over an RJ-45 connection.
ƒ “LAN host” refers to a LAN-based computer running a HyperTerminal or Telnet session,
Web Browser, or LAN-based application that communicates with the Bridge via a
wireless network connection.
Notes
A note is information that requires special attention. The following convention is used for notes.
A note contains information that deserves special attention.
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Cautions
A caution contains information that, if not followed, can cause damage to the product or injury to
the user. The following convention is used for cautions.
A caution contains information that, if not followed, can cause damage to
the product or injury to the user.
Caution:
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RELATED DOCUMENTATION
In addition to this guide, the following documents are provided on the CD supplied with the
AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge:
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AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge User’s Guide.
AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge Quick Start Guide.
Product Briefs and Application Notes.
These documents are provided as Portable Document Format (PDF) files. To read them, you
need Adobe® Acrobat® Reader® 4.0.5 or higher. For your convenience, Adobe Reader is
provided on the Evaluation Kit CD. For the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader, go to the
Adobe Web site (www.adobe.com).
Additional literature about AirborneDirect™ products and the Airborne WLN Module that powers
them, such as application notes, product briefs, and white papers, can be found on the Quatech
Quatech also offers developer documentation for its AirborneDirect™ products. Please contact
Quatech for more information.
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
This chapter describes the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge. Topics in this chapter include:
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Package Contents. (below)
Items Supplied by the User. (below)
Hardware Description. (page 9)
Selecting a Location. (page 13)
Configuring The Access Point. (page 16)
Connecting the Bridge. (page 17)
Verifying Your Connections. (page 21)
STANDARD PACKAGE CONTENTS
Before beginning the hardware installation, verify that the hardware package contains:
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One AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge with an attached cable and an RJ-45 interface
connector.
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One AC power adapter and cord.
One AirborneDirect™ mounting cradle (mounting hardware is user-supplied).
If you have the AirborneDirect™ Evaluation Kit, you should also have received:
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One Access Point (AP), IEEE 802.11b/g-compliant with DHCP enabled (optional).
An AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Quick Start Guide.
A CD containing this AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge User’s Guide, the
AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge Evaluation Kit Quick Start Guide, product briefs and
application notes, Adobe® Reader® for viewing the documents and an Airborne™
Control Center (ACC).
If any item is missing, damaged, or improperly functioning, contact Quatech.
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ITEMS SUPPLIED BY THE USER
The following items, which are not included in the package contents, are also required:
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An Ethernet client, with an RJ-45 jack, that is within the transmit and receive range of the
Access Point to be used with the Bridge.
A LAN host running any operating system with TCP/IP (the ACC requires Microsoft®
Windows® XP or Windows 2000).
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An IEEE 802.11b/g-compliant Access Point with DHCP enabled.
Mounting hardware for the AirborneDirect™ bracket mounting.
Other Access Points in the area may interfere with the Bridge’s ability to
associate with your chosen Access Point (the Bridge will try to associate
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with the first available “best-quality” AP). If you encounter difficulties with
connecting to your chosen AP, either remove power from these Access
Points or move to an isolated location, and then perform the setup in Figure
1 on page 3.
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STANDARD PACKAGE HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
Figure 2 identifies the components on the Bridge in its standard packaging. These components
include:
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An external antenna.
An RJ-45 jack and cable attached to the Bridge.
A Reset switch on the bottom of the Bridge.
Three indicator Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) on the top of the Bridge.
A mounting cradle.
Figure 2. AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge Hardware (standard package)
Reset Switch
The bottom of the AirborneDirect™ Bridge provides access to a Reset Switch. The Reset switch
returns all Bridge parameters to their factory default firmware settings. To reset Bridge
parameters, press (and hold) this switch for at least 5 seconds after power is applied to the
Bridge. To protect against accidental resets, the Reset switch is recessed.
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Indicator LEDs
The Bridge has three indicator LEDs for viewing its current status and its connections (see
Figure 3). These indicators allow for monitoring and troubleshooting of the Bridge. They also
indicate the Bridge’s power-up status, link, connection, and data-activity status. Table 2
describes the status of the indicator LEDs.
Figure 3. Indicator LEDs on the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge
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Table 2. AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge Indicator LEDs
LED
LED Color
Function
Off
Bridge is not receiving power.
Bridge failed its Power On Self Test (POST) and is not configured
for wireless communication.
Red
Power
Bridge passed its POST but is not configured for wireless
communication.
Amber
Green
Bridge passed its POST and is configured for wireless
communication.
Off
Bridge is not receiving power.
Link
Blinking Red
Green
Bridge is searching for an Access Point.
Wireless network and MAC have associated with an Access Point.
No power, or no wireless TCP session is established and no
Ethernet physical connection is detected.
Off
No wireless TCP session is established; an Ethernet physical
connection is detected.
Red
An Ethernet physical connection was detected and there is Ethernet
traffic present on that connection, but no wireless TCP session is
established.
Blinking Red
Amber
A wireless TCP connection is established but no physical Ethernet
connection is detected (i.e., no Ethernet cable is attached to the
Bridge).
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A wireless TCP session is established, a physical Ethernet
Blinking Green connection is detected, and the Bridge is transmitting or receiving
data across the wired Ethernet port.
A wireless TCP session is established, a physical Ethernet
Green
connection is detected, but there is no active data movement across
the wired Ethernet port.
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Mounting Cradle
The Bridge comes with a mounting cradle that allows the Bridge to be installed on a vertical
surface, such as a wall (see Figure 4). Be careful not to tighten the mounting hardware (user-
supplied) excessively to avoid damaging the cradle. When mounting the Bridge vertically, attach
the cradle to the vertical surface, and then insert the Bridge into the cradle.
Figure 4. Mounting Cradle Dimensions
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HEAVY-DUTY PACKAGE
The heavy-duty version of the Bridge is supplied in a Deutsch EEC-325X4B enclosure and is
available in both sealed and unsealed versions. The heavy-duty Bridge supports SAE J1455
power specifications (+4.5 to 36 VDC).
Figure 5 identifies the components on the Bridge in its heavy-duty packaging. These
components include:
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An external antenna.
A Deutsch 12-pin DTM13-12PA-R008 receptacle for power and signal connections.
A Reset switch.
Four indicator Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) on the top of the Bridge.
Figure 5. AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge Hardware (heavy-duty package)
Figure 6 shows the universal adapter cable supplied with AirborneDirect™ Heavy-Duty
Evaluation Kits.
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Figure 6. AirborneDirect™ Heavy-Duty Cable (Evaluation Kit Item)
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Indicator LEDs
The Heavy-Duty Bridge has four indicator LEDs for viewing its current status and connections
(see Figure 5). These indicators allow for monitoring and troubleshooting of the Bridge. They
also indicate the Bridge’s power-up status, link, connection, and data-activity status. Table 3
describes the status of the indicator LEDs.
Table 3. AirborneDirect™ Heavy-Duty Ethernet Bridge Indicator LEDs
Name
POST
CFG
Description
Power on self test completed
Device has a valid IP address
CONN
LINK
CFG
POST
LINK
Device has successfully
associated/authenticated with an AP.
CONN
TCP/IP connection established with
device.
End Cap Layout
The connectors required to attach to the device are:
Ethernet/Power: Deutsch DTM-06-12SSA
RF:
RP-SMA (Male)
Note: FACTORY RESET hole is optional, if a sealed enclosure is required.
Figure 7. End Cap Pin-out and Connector Location
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SELECTING A LOCATION
You can mount the Bridge on a flat surface, such as a desk or table, or on a vertical surface,
such as a wall. It can also be mounted on the ceiling. If you mount the Bridge vertically, use the
supplied mounting cradle previously described.
Choosing a good location for the Bridge is important because it affects the reliability of the
wireless link. The most important considerations are distance from the Access Point and
clearance from obstacles.
When considering a location for installing the Bridge, ensure that it:
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Provides sufficient ventilation around the Bridge.
Allows easy access to disconnect the Bridge from the AC wall outlet if necessary.
Does not expose the Bridge to excessive heat, humidity, vibration, or dust.
Conforms to local regulations.
Because radio waves travel in a straight line, the location where you will install the Bridge must
provide a clear path to the Access Point that is free of major obstacles. The effects of obstacles,
both along and near the path, have a significant bearing on the travel of radio signals and can
cause both interference and signal cancellation. Consider the effects of the following common
obstacles:
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Trees and large plants
A tree or large plant directly in the path can totally block the signal. With clearance
above the trees, there are usually no blocking effects.
Man-made obstacles
Square or rectangular objects, in or near the path, have rectangular surfaces that can
block and interfere with signals over and around them.
Floor
A floor can interfere with signals if the Bridge is mounted too low. Mount the Bridge so
the antenna is high enough to allow adequate clearance from the floor.
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CONNECTING THE BRIDGE
The following procedure describes how to connect the Bridge:
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Place the Bridge in a dry, clean location near the device to which it will be connected. The
location is required to have an AC power source and be within 300 feet (100 meters) of an
IEEE 802.11b/g-compliant wireless LAN Access Point with DHCP enabled. The location
should be away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens,
refrigerators or other equipment that could cause radio-signal interference.
Do not connect the Bridge to the intended Ethernet client at this time.
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Raise the antenna on the Bridge so it is pointing vertically.
Connect the supplied power adapter to the Bridge and to a grounded 110/240V, 50-60Hz
AC power source.
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If your Access Point is using WEP or WPA, disable the security. You can re-enable WEP or
WPA after the Bridge has been configured.
Connect the RJ-45 jack on the Bridge’s Ethernet cable to an RJ-45 jack on your Ethernet-
ready device.
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INITIAL CONFIGURATION
This chapter describes configuring the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge. Topics in this chapter
include:
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Wireless Configuration. (below)
Verifying Your Connections (page 20)
WPA-LEAP Security. (page 20)
WIRELESS CONFIGURATION
After you verify that the indicator LEDs have gone through their power-up sequence, start the
configuration application for your Access Point (your Access Point manual should describe this
procedure). Then go the appropriate screen in the application and perform the following steps:
Access Point configuration applications vary between models and
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manufacturers. In the following steps, there are suggested screen names where
you might find the Access Point settings required to operate the Bridge. The
screens in your Access Point’s configuration application may differ from those
mentioned below. Refer to the documentation that came with your Access Point
to locate the appropriate screens where these settings can be accessed.
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Find the Service Set Identifier String (SSID)
Go to the Wireless Settings or equivalent screen in your Access Point’s configuration
application that shows the Access Point’s SSID. Record the SSID in Table 4 (on
page 20). You will need this information to configure the Bridge.
Disable Wireless Security
Go to the Wireless Settings, Security, Encryption, or equivalent screen in your
Access Point’s configuration application that shows the WEP/WPA setting. If WEP or
WPA is enabled, disable it (you can enable the AP security after the Bridge has been
configured).
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Find the Bridge’s Internet Protocol (IP) Address
Go to the Attached Devices or equivalent screen in your Access Point’s configuration
application that lists the IP addresses of devices attached to the Access Point. Find
the IP address for the Bridge and record it in Table 4 (on page 20). You will need it to
access the Bridge with the Airborne Control Center (ACC).
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If you do not see the Bridge as an attached device, refresh the configuration
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screen (some Access Point programs provide a Refresh button for this
purpose). If the Bridge still does not appear, refer to the troubleshooting chapter
in this Guide and in the documentation for your Access Point.
You can also use the device discovery feature of the Airborne Control Center
software (see page 25) to help determine the Bridge’s IP address.
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Verify the MAC Address
Go to the Attached Devices or equivalent screen in your Access Point’s configuration
application that lists the MAC addresses of attached devices. Verify that the MAC
address shown for the Bridge matches the one on the label on the back of the
Bridge.
Verify the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Name
Go to the Router Status or equivalent screen in your Access Point’s configuration
application that shows the Bridge’s DHCP client name. Verify that this name
matches the last six characters in the Bridge’s MAC address (AIRBORNExxxxxx) on
the label on the back of the Bridge.
Table 4. Recording Information from Your Access Point’s Configuration Application
Parameter
Value
Access Point’s SSID
Bridge’s IP address
If the Bridge is unable to obtain an IP address through DHCP, after the
acquire limit is exceeded (150 seconds) the bridge will install the fallback
IP address (192.168.10.1) and subnet (255.255.255.0).
Note:
The bridge can be accessed using this address, after DHCP fails, by the
attached host using a different IP address in the same subnet
(192.168.10.8).
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VERIFYING YOUR CONNECTIONS
When the Bridge is powered-up, the indicator LEDs at the top of the Bridge will indicate the
status of the Bridge. See Table 2 on page 11 for standard packaging, or Table 3 on page 15 for
Heavy-Duty packaging.
If the LEDs indicate a problem with a wired or wireless connection, remove the power source
from the Bridge, wait a few seconds, and re-apply power. If the LEDs still do not behave
appropriately, see the guidelines in Table 11 on page 52.
Other Access Points in the area may interfere with the Bridge’s ability to
Note:
associate with your chosen Access Point (the Bridge will try to associate with
the first available “best-quality” AP). If you encounter difficulties with connecting
to your chosen AP, either remove power from these Access Points or move to
an isolated location and perform the setup shown in Figure 1 on page 3.
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WPA-LEAP SECURITY
The WPA and LEAP software modules provide advanced security configuration and
communication services required by today’s enterprise-class deployments.
Please refer to IEEE standard 802.1x 2001 (section 4) and IEEE standard 802.11i 2004 (section
4) for additional information.
System Requirements
Both WPA and LEAP require radio firmware version 1.1.1.111.8.4 or later. The AP requires
WPA support. LEAP must be supported in the AP or a separate authentication server.
Computer Resource Requirements
WPA-PSK
In order to function properly, an Access Point that supports WPA-PSK must be available. The
WPA-PSK passphrase installed on the Access Point must match the passphrase configured on
the bridge.
LEAP
In order to function properly, a RADIUS server configured for LEAP containing
usernames/passwords, and an Access Point that supports LEAP, must be available. The
RADIUS server username and password must match the user-leapand pw-leapcommand
values configured on the bridge.
The blank character (space) may not be included in a passphrase or LEAP
password.
Note:
System Implementation Considerations
The bridge must be in infrastructure mode for WPA-PSK or LEAP to operate properly. A bridge
configured for WPA-PSK requires a connection to an AP with WPA-PSK enabled. A bridge
configured for LEAP requires a connection to an AP with LEAP enabled and connected to a
RADIUS server to provide authentication.
Until the bridge is authenticated by either the WPA-PSK enabled AP or the RADIUS server, no
IP network communication can proceed.
Symptoms of an unauthenticated client include:
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A bridge configured for DHCP will not obtain host configuration from the DHCP server;
therefore, the IP address will remain 0.0.0.0.
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The Link LED turns green when 802.11 association completes. However, if the 802.1x
authentication fails, the bridge becomes disassociated by the AP and the Link LED goes
back to flashing red.
The bridge will not respond to discovery requests.
Once the bridge is authenticated, additional impacts include:
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Roaming
A bridge configured for WPA-PSK can only roam to APs that have WPA-PSK enabled in
the same ESS.
A bridge configured for LEAP can only roam to APs that support LEAP, roaming, and are
connected to the same RADIUS server.
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Data Throughput and Latency
Round trip latency may increase and overall throughput may decrease, due to the
additional steps to encrypt or decrypt data.
Re-Keying
The session key may expire and the authentication process will be executed again
causing streaming data to stop until a new key is authorized.
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AIRBORNE CONTROL CENTER
This chapter describes how to use the Airborne Control Center (ACC) to configure the
AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge. The ACC is a user-friendly graphical-user interface (GUI)
menu and data display. The interface is intuitive, allowing tasks to be performed simply by
pointing and clicking your mouse.
LAUNCHING THE ACC
On the Windows XP Start menu, navigate to the Quatech submenu and click on Airborne
Control Center. The ACC scans the local subnet for Airborne devices and displays a list like the
one shown in Figure 5.
Figure 8. Device detection
Highlight the desired device and click the Select button. The ACC displays the login page for
the selected device as shown in Figure 6.
The MAC address for the device you wish to connect to can be found on the
label located on the back of the enclosure.
Note:
The 802.11b Bridge (ABDB or WLNB models) has a web interface available
Note:
if the firmware does not contain the optional LEAP feature. The web
interface is virtually identical to the ACC interface, so all of the information in
this chapter applies to the web interface also. To access the web interface,
enter the IP address of the Bridge in the address bar of the browser. The
web interface requires Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later.
The 802.11b/g Bridge (ABDG or WLNG models) have no web interface.
Note:
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Figure 9. Device login
The IP address and telnet port number of the selected device are automatically transferred to
the login page. Enter the user name and password (defaults “dpac” and “dpac”) and click on
the OK button to login. To select a different device, click the Discover button to reinitiate the
device detection scan. The Status page is displayed as shown in Figure 7.
Figure 10. Status Page
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NAVIGATING AROUND THE ACC
A navigation bar appears at the top-right side of every screen in the ACC interface (see Figure
8). This bar contains links that correspond to the pages you can access. To go to a page, click
the appropriate link in the navigation bar.
Figure 11. ACC Navigation Bar
PERFORMING CONFIGURATION ACTIVITIES
The ACC allows you to perform a variety of configuration activities.
Basic configuration activities consist of the following steps. See “Network Settings Page” on
page 33.
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Configuring the Bridge for Infrastructure mode
Infrastructure mode prepares the Bridge for use with an Access Point.
Assigning a Service Set Identifier (SSID) to the Bridge
To allow a connection between the Bridge and an Access Point, the SSID of the two
devices must be identical.
If the Bridge is configured with an SSID of “any”, it will connect to the Access
Point with the best signal, so long as all security settings match.
Note:
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Enabling Wireless Security (optional)
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and WiFi Protected Access (WPA) are security
protocols for wireless local area networks (WLANs), defined in the 802.11 standard.
Choosing Static or DHCP Assignment of IP Address
If DHCP is used, a client name can be assigned to allow identification of specific bridges
on a network.
Assigning user discovery name
The user discovery name identifies the Bridge in Evaluation and Management Utilities (if
Enable UDAP is checked in the Services Page).
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Advanced configuration activities consist of the following:
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Changing the user name and administrator password
Lets you change the user name and administrator password for accessing the
configuration interface. See “Security Settings Page” on page 43.
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Restarting the Bridge
Lets you restart (reboot) the Bridge. See “Reset Page” on page 48.
Updating Bridge Firmware
Updating Bridge firmware allows you to take advantage of new features as they become
available. See “Update Firmware Page” on page 45.
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Resetting the Bridge
Lets you reset the Bridge to the factory-default settings. See “Reset Page” on page 48.
Modifying Device Services Settings
Lets you change port numbers and timeouts for the TCP and telnet ports. See “Services
Page” on page 41.
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SAVING CONFIGURATION CHANGES
Some pages have Save and Cancel buttons. If you change parameters on one of these pages,
click Save to apply your changes or Cancel to discard them. Once the changes are saved, the
ACC displays the screen shown in Figure 9. To continue, click Yes, or you can go to another
page to make more changes then click Restart to apply all the changes at one time.
The ACC will display Figure 10. Wait for the Restart to complete. Once the Restart has
completed, the ACC will redisplay the Status Page.
If the Status Page does not reappear, determine whether the Bridge’s IP
address changed. If it did, click the Login button on the ACC navigation bar and
Note:
let the ACC discover the Bridge. Otherwise, try the Bridge’s old IP address
again. The ACC may timeout before the Bridge can obtain its DHCP lease.
Figure 12. Saved Settings Screen
Figure 13. Reset Notice Screen
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BASIC CONFIGURATION SETTINGS
Status Page (Basic Configuration Settings)
Figure 14. Status Page
The Status Page is the first page that appears in the ACC. This read-only page shows
information about the Bridge. You may need to click the Status button in the navigation bar to
update the contents on this page.
This page shows the Bridge’s version number, 802.11 status, network settings, and resources.
Parameters to note on this screen are:
ƒ MAC address is the MAC address of the Bridge.
ƒ BSSID is the MAC address of the associated Access Point (AP).
ƒ RSSI indicates the receive signal strength in dBm.
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Miscellaneous Settings Page (Basic Configuration Settings)
Figure 15. Miscellaneous OEM Settings Page
Clicking the Misc link in the navigation bar displays the Miscellaneous OEM Settings page. In
this page, you can enter the Bridge’s OEM version string and discovery name. This page also
lets you specify the OEM user name and password.
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Table 5. Miscellaneous OEM Settings
Description
Parameter
Miscellaneous OEM Settings
OEM Version String
Specifies the OEM version string to be associated with the Bridge.
Default is oemverstr.
OEM Discovery Name
Specifies the OEM discovery name to be associated with the Bridge.
Default is OEM-Cfg1.
OEM Authentication Settings
OEM User Name
Specifies the name of the OEM, from 1 to 31 alphanumeric characters.
Name is case-sensitive.
Default is oem.
OEM Password
Two fields where you type and retype the OEM password, from 1 to 31
alphanumeric characters. Password is case-sensitive. For security, each
password character appears as an asterisk.
Default is oem.
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Network Settings Page (Basic Configuration Settings)
The Network Settings Page allows you to modify the 802.11 wireless network settings, including
network identification, security, data rate, and discovery name. You are also able to set Network
IP settings for control of the wired LAN, including enabling DHCP, static IP address and
associated network settings.
This page actually displays more than one page of information. Use the
scroll bar to scroll down to see all of the items on the page.
Note:
Figure 16. Wireless Network Configuration Page
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Figure 13. Wireless Network Configuration Page (continued)
Figure 13. Wireless Network Configuration Page (continued)
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Table 6. Wireless Network Configuration Settings
Description
Parameter
Wireless Network Settings
SSID
Service Set Identifier that identifies the common service set
for the Bridge and AP. To make this connection, the Bridge
and AP must have the same SSID.
Default setting is any(this field may not be blank).
Wireless Network Type
Specifies the type of network in which the Bridge will be
used:
• Infrastructure
– connects to a WLAN using an
AP. (default)
• Ad-Hoc
– used to connect two peer-to-
peer devices.
Ad-Hoc Mode Channel
WLAN Region Code
When Wireless Network Typeis Ad-Hoc, selects the
channel used for communication. The two peer-to-peer
devices must use the same channel. Range is 1 to 14
channels.
Default channel is 1.
Bridge Operation Region
Specifies the wireless channels allowed. See Table 6.
Region Country Codes on page 40.
Default is US.
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Wireless Security Settings
Enables or disables wireless security:
Wireless Security Mode
• Disable
– Disable any security (default)
• WEP64
– 64-bit key length (11 ASCII
characters)
• WEP128
– 128-bit key length (26 ASCII
characters)
• WPA-PSK
• WPA-LEAP
- WPA with preshared key.
Requires preshared key
- WPA with 802.1x (LEAP)
authentication. Requires LEAP
username and password
• WPA-LEAP64 - WPA with 802.1x (LEAP)
authentication, and using "WPA
Migration Mode" (static 64-bit WEP
key is used for broadcast and
multicast traffic)
• WPA-LEAP128 - WPA with 802.1x (LEAP)
authentication, and using "WPA
Migration Mode" (static 128-bit WEP
key is used for broadcast and
multicast traffic)
• WPA-PSK64
- WPA with preshared key, and
using "WPA Migration Mode" (static
64-bit WEP key is used for broadcast
and multicast traffic) Requires
preshared key.
• WPA-PSK128 - WPA with preshared key, and
using "WPA Migration Mode" (static
128-bit WEP key is used for broadcast
and multicast traffic) Requires
preshared key.
Configures the Pre-Shared Key used with WPA-PSK security.
WPA Passphrase (Preshared
Key)
The input range is 8 to 63 ASCII characters or 64 hex
characters. This key must match the key on the AP.
LEAP Username
Configures the WPA-LEAP username.
The LEAP username [1 to 32 characters] must match the
LEAP username assigned on the LEAP server. The LEAP
username cannot contain spaces.
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LEAP Password
Authentication
Configures the WPA-LEAP password.
The LEAP password [1 to 32 characters] must match the
LEAP password assigned to the LEAP user on the LEAP
server.
The LEAP password cannot contain spaces.
Defines the type of key authentication, if any, to be used:
• Automatic
– automatically detects the authentication
(default)
• Open System – communicates the key across the
network
• Shared Key – allows communication only with devices
with identical WEP settings
Default Key
Default WEP Key from 1 – 4 if Shared Keyor Bothis
selected for Authentication.
Default is WEP Key 1.
WEP Key 1 through 4
Up to four WEP key values. These values must be the same
as the key implemented by the Access Point.
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If WEP Encryption= 64, enter 10 hexadecimal digits for
each key.
•
If WEP Encryption= 128, enter 26 hexadecimal digits for
each key.
Enable WPA Information Element
format compatibility mode
Controls the format of the WPA Information Element used in
the Association Request management frame. Several brands
of Access Points still use the legacy WPA format.
When unchecked, enables the Legacy WPA Information
Element format.
When checked, enables the 802.1x WPA Information Element
format.
Default is unchecked.
Parameter
Advanced Settings
Module MAC Address
Description
Bridge’s MAC address. Default is factory set. Do not change
this value; otherwise, unexpected results can occur.
• Ant2
– use primary antenna (J2) (default)
Antenna Mode
• Diversity – allows the Bridge to select the antenna
receiving the best quality signal.
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Bridge’s maximum wireless transmission rate. The Bridge will
attempt the highest specified rate and fallback to a lower rate if
necessary. Default is 5.5 Mbps.
Maximum Transmission Rate
Network IP Settings
Enable DHCP Client
When checked, enables the Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol (DHCP). For this parameter to work, the AP or
network must support DHCP.
DHCP Client Name
Bridge’s DHCP client name.
Enables the interval value below.
Enable DHCP Fixed Interval
Retransmission
Configures the DHCP request retransmission interval (in
seconds) to use when the DHCP retransmission is set to fixed.
DHCP Retransmit Interval
This is an integer with a range of 1-64.
Default is 15.
Configures the number of seconds that the Module should wait
to acquire its IP configuration using DHCP before applying the
DHCP fallback algorithm (if enabled).
DHCP Acquire Time Limit
This is an integer with a range of 1-255 seconds.
Default is 150.
Note: “0” will turn of IP Fallback.
Enables the DHCP fallback algorithm.
Enable DHCP Fallback to fixed IP
When the DHCP fallback algorithm is enabled, the Module will
apply the configuration from DHCP Fallback IP, Subnet,
and Gateway as the static IP configuration, if the DHCP
client has not received its IP configuration after DHCP
Acquire Time Limitseconds.
unchecked = Disable DHCP fallback algorithm (default)
checked = Enable DHCP fallback algorithm
When enabled, use the last good DHCP IP address as the
fallback. Each time the IP address is successfully received via
DHCP, the fallback IP address is updated to use the new IP
address. It is *not* saved across reboots unless DHCP
Fallback Persist is also enabled. This setting is ignored if
DHCP Fallback is not enabled.
Enable DHCP Fallback to last
DHCP IP.
When the DHCP Fallback Auto address is updated, enabling
this setting causes the fallback IP address to be saved to
NVRAM, so that it is saved across reboots. This setting is
ignored if DHCP Fallback and DHCP Fallback Auto are not
enabled.
Save current DHCP IP Address as
Fallback DHCP IP Address
Configures the IP address used by the DHCP fallback
algorithm.
DHCP Fallback IP Address
Default is 192.168.10.1.
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Configures the Subnet Mask used by the DHCP fallback
algorithm.
DHCP Fallback Subnet
DHCP Fallback Gateway
Static IP Address
Default is 255.255.255.0
Configures the gateway address used by the DHCP fallback
algorithm.
Default is 0.0.0.0.
If you use a static IP, each Bridge must have a unique IP
address. The IP address must adhere to the network’s subnet
mask and fall within the valid range of IP addresses for the
network. The Bridge’s static IP address must contain up to four
octets separated by a period. If Enable DHCPis checked, this
parameter is ignored.
Default is 0.0.0.0.
Subnet Mask
Bridge’s subnet mask, up to four octets separated by a period.
Default is 0.0.0.0.
Default Gateway/Router IP
Address
Bridge’s LAN IP address, up to four octets separated by a
period.
Default is 0.0.0.0.
Primary DNS
Sets the primary DNS server address for DNS look-ups. If
DHCP is enabled, the IP address provided by the DHCP
server is used.
Default is 0.0.0.0.
Secondary DNS
Sets the secondary DNS server address for DNS look-ups
when the primary DNS server is unavailable.
Default is 0.0.0.0.
Discovery Settings
User Discovery Name
Sets the name_device field, which can be retrieved with the
CLI name_device command.
Default is Device.
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Table 7. Region Country Codes
Code
Country
United States
Austria
Channels
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-11
1-13
1-13
1-13
1-13
1-13
1-13
1-13
1-13
1-13
1-13
1-13
1-14
10-13
10-11
US
AT
AU
BR
CA
CH
CY
CZ
DE
DK
EE
FI
GB
GR
HK
HU
IE
Australia
Brazil
Canada
Switzerland and Liechtenstein
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Germany
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
Great Britain
Greece
Hong Kong
Hungary
Ireland
Iceland
Italy
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Latvia
Netherlands
Norway
New Zealand
Philippines
Poland
IS
IT
LT
LU
LV
NL
NO
NZ
PH
PL
PT
SE
SI
SK
CN
ID
IL
IN
KR
MY
SG
BE
TH
TW
ZA
JP
Portugal
Sweden
Slovenia
Slovak Republic
China
Indonesia
Israel
India
Korea
Malaysia
Singapore
Belgium
Thailand
Taiwan
South Africa
Japan Wideband
France
FR
ES
Spain
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ADVANCED CONFIGURATION SETTINGS
Services Page (Advanced Configuration Settings)
The Services Page lets you configure the Bridge’s network services like Telnet and TCP Port
settings.
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Table 8. Network Services Settings
Description
Parameter
Enable UDAP
When checked, enables Universal Data Appliance Protocol
(UDAP). This allows the Bridge to be discovered from a
LAN-based device that supports the UDAP protocol.
Default is checked.
Telnet Port
Specifies the port number of the Telnet server.
Default is 23.
Telnet Inactivity Timeout – seconds
Specifies the number of seconds of inactivity that must
occur for the Telnet session to timeout. Setting the timeout
to 0disables it.
Default is 60.
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Security Settings Page (Advanced Configuration Setting)
The Security Settings Page allows management of the authentication-based access services.
You can change user names and passwords.
Figure 18. Security Configuration Page
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Table 9. Security Configuration Settings
Description
Parameter
Configuration User Specifies the user name required to log into the Bridge’s configuration interface, from 1 to 31
Name
alphanumeric characters. User name is case-sensitive.
Default is cfg. If you change it, you are prompted for the user name and password at the
next transaction (for example, when you move to another page or refresh the current page).
Configuration
Password
Two fields where you type and then retype the configuration password required to access
the Bridge’s configuration interface, from 1 to 31 alphanumeric characters. Password is
case-sensitive. For security, each password character appears as an asterisk.
Default is cfg. If you change it, you are prompted for the user name and password at the
next transaction (for example, when you move to another page or refresh the current page).
Data Access User
Name
Specifies the name required to pass data through the Bridge. The configuration user name
can be 1 to 31 alphanumeric characters, and is case-sensitive.
Default is user.
Data Access
Password
Two fields where you type and then retype the password required to pass data through the
Bridge, from 1 to 31 alphanumeric characters. Password is case-sensitive. For security,
each password character appears as an asterisk.
Default is password.
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Update Firmware Page (Advanced Configuration Settings)
The Update Firmware Page allows you to update the firmware running on the AirborneDirect™
Ethernet Bridge.
Updating firmware may cause the Bridge to stop operating if it is not
performed properly. Only advanced users should update firmware. If you
encounter problems, contact Quatech, Inc.
Caution:
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The firmware must come from Quatech, Inc. as a .binfile and follow the
file name format:
DirectEthernet_ x.x.x.x.bin
Note:
Where xxxx is the version number of the firmware. For example:
DirectEthernet_4.2.0.12.bin
Do not attempt to load firmware for an 802.11b/g bridge on an 802.11b
bridge or vice-versa.
Caution:
To update the firmware, the following sequence must be performed:
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Select the Update link on the ACC screen.
Enter the name of the new firmware version source file. This file must be of type .bin
and have come from Quatech, Inc. If the file is located on your hard drive, click
Browse… and locate the source directory and file.
•
Verify the correct firmware file has been selected (the file name is displayed in the File to
Upload: field). The file’s name structure must be as follows:
ƒ DirectEthernet_x.x.x.x.bin
o Where x.x.x.x is the version number of the firmware.
Click the Update button.
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The message shown in Figure 17 will be displayed. Wait for the upload to complete.
Figure 20. Precautionary Message
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•
The ACC will display the message shown in Figure 18.
Figure 21. Update Complete Message
•
Upon restarting, the Status Page will be displayed. If this does not happen automatically,
close the ACC and restart it.
Updating firmware may cause loss of saved parameters.
Caution:
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Reset Page (Advanced Configuration Settings)
The Reset Page allows you restart or reset the Bridge to the factory default values.
Resetting the AirborneDirect™ unit to factory defaults will remove all
Caution:
customer changes. If the target AP has WEP or WPA enabled, the
AirborneDirect™ unit will not be able to associate (WEP/WPA default is
disabled).
Figure 22. Reset Page
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Restarting the Bridge
When you click the Restart button, you will see the Warning displayed in Figure 20. Click Yes to
complete the Bridge restart or No to stop the process and return to the Reset Page.
Figure 23. Confirm Restart
Figure 21 will be displayed after you have clicked Yes. Click OK to dismiss this informational
dialog. Once the restart has been completed, the ACC will display the Status Page.
Figure 24. Reset In Progress
If the Status Page does not reappear, click the Status link on the
navigation bar. If it still does not reappear, determine whether the Bridge’s
Note:
IP address changed. If it did, click the Login link on the navigation bar and
log in to the Bridge again. Otherwise, try the Bridge’s old IP address again.
The ACC may timeout before the Bridge can obtain its DHCP lease.
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CHAPTER 5
TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter provides troubleshooting suggestions you can follow in the unlikely event you
encounter a problem using the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge.
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS
Table 10. Troubleshooting Suggestions
The Bridge cannot find the Access
Point.
Verify that the Link LED is solid green. If it isn’t,
refer to “LED Troubleshooting” on the next page.
The Access Point cannot find the
Bridge.
Click the Refresh button in your Access Point’s
configuration application.
If the problem remains, check the Bridge’s physical
connections. Then power-down the Bridge, power it
up, and check the power-up LED sequence
described under “Verifying Your Connections” on
page 20.
Make sure that there is not another AP in the area
that may be interfering with your AP.
The Bridge may be associated to another AP.
Check the Link LED on the Bridge.
If the problem remains, contact Quatech, Inc.
You may have typed the wrong IP address.
You cannot access the Bridge’s
configuration interface via the ACC.
If you typed the correct IP address, your computer
may be on a different subnet than the Bridge. Be
sure the computer and Bridge are on the same
subnet of the same network.
The Bridge cannot associate with an
Access Point.
Change the location of the Bridge to improve
reception.
If that does not help, launch the ACC, go to the
Network Settings Page, and be sure the SSID
matches that of the Access Point (remember the
SSID is case sensitive).
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After changing the Bridge’s static IP
address, the ACC stops responding.
Once the static IP address is changed and you click
Save, the Bridge switches to the new IP address
and loses connection with the ACC. To resolve this
problem, restart the ACC.
You used the ACC to change the
Bridge’s configuration settings, but the
new settings did not take effect.
You may not have clicked the Save button on the
ACC page. Click this button after making your
changes on the page.
You tried to update the firmware, but
the new firmware did not take effect.
You uploaded an incorrect file. Go to the Update
Firmware Page and check the current level. Make
sure the one you will upload has a higher (later)
revision level (for more details, see Update
Firmware Page on page 45). Repeat the procedure
using the appropriate file.
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LED TROUBLESHOOTING
The following table provides LED troubleshooting suggestions.
Table 11. Indicator LED Troubleshooting
If the…
Perform These Tasks…
Power LED does not turn On.
Power LED turns Red.
Check power connector is properly inserted.
Remove power and re-apply. If the Power LED
remains Red, contact Quatech, Inc.
Bridge has not established an IP address either
through DHCP or Static methods.
Power LED is Amber.
DHCP is the default method by which the unit
obtains an IP address. Your network must have a
DHCP server available when the bridge is powered-
up. Most AP/Routers have a DHCP server built-in.
Enable your DHCP server and re-start the module.
Bridge has not found an Access Point with which to
associate. Be sure the Access Point you want to
use is turned on and has WEP disabled (you can
enable WEP after the Bridge has been configured).
Link LED continues to Blink Red.
If this does not help, be sure there are no nearby
devices causing interference. If there are, either turn
off or move the device causing the interference or
move the Bridge and Access Point to another
location.
Comm LED is Off or Amber.
Be sure an Ethernet device is connected to the
Bridge and that the device is turned on.
Comm LED is Red and Link LED is
Green but you are unable to pass data.
No open TCP socket is recognized by the Bridge.
Be sure you have an open TCP connection to the
bridge and the connection is in data pass mode.
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APPENDIX A
SPECIFICATIONS
This appendix lists the specifications of the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge.
Table 12. Specifications
Ethernet Interface – standard package
Ethernet 10Base-T
Interface:
RJ-45
Connector:
Flexible, stranded, copper conductor cable
10 Mb/sec
Data Rates:
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Ethernet Interface – Heavy-Duty package
Ethernet 10Base-T
Interface:
Deutsch DTM-06-12SSA
10 Mb/sec
Connector:
Data Rates:
Pin Assignments:
Pin
No.
Name
Description
1
2
3
4
5
TXTP+
RXTP+
NC
Transmit+
Receive+
No Connect
No Connect
NC
ON/IGN
Device power OBN. Active High (internal
pull-down).
Default ON
Pulling signal LOW shuts off the internal
power supply.
6
7
8
VBAT
GND
Battery Power Input
Ground
/F_RESET
Factory RESET. Active LOW (internal
pull-up).
Default OFF
Pulling signal low as power is applied will
RESET device settings to factory default
values.
9
NC
NC
No Connect
No Connect
Receive-
10
11
12
RXTP-
TXTP-
Transmit-
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Wireless Network Interface
Interface (ABDB, WLNB):
(ABDG, WLNG):
IEEE 802.11b DSSS, WiFi compliant
IEEE 802.11b/g, WiFi compliant
(802.11i, 802.11e, 802.11d capable)
2.4 ~ 2.4835 GHz (US, Europe, Canada, Japan)
2.471 ~ 2.497 GHz (Japan)
Frequency:
Channels:
11 US/Canada
13 Europe
14 Japan
4 France
11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps
Data Rates (ABDB, WLNB):
(ABDG, WLNG): 802.11b mode: 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps
802.11g mode: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps
+16 dBm (typical) Approx 32 mW
RF Power (ABDB, WLNB):
(ABDG, WLNG): +19.3 dBm (typical) Approx. 85 mW peak for B rates
+15 dBm (typical) Approx. 32 mW average for B rates
+21.5 dBm (typical) Approx. 143 mW peak for G rates
+12 dBm (typical) Approx. 16 mW average for G rate
WEP standard encryption, 64/128 bit Key Mapped WEP
WPA-PSK
Security:
Cisco LEAP authentication access control
RP-SMA (Included wand antenna)
Antenna:
TCP/IP, UDP/IP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP, DNS, TFTP and UDAP
TCP/IP and UDP/IP
Protocols
Data Transfer Protocols:
Sensitivity (ABDB, WLNB):
-82 dBm for 11 Mbps
-86 dBm for 5.5 Mbps
-88 dBm for 2 Mbps
-90 dBm for 1 Mbps
-71 dBm for 54 Mbps
-77 dBm for 36 Mbps
(ABDG, WLNG):
-83 dBm for 18 Mbps
-85 dBm for 11 Mbps
-87 dBm for 1 Mbps
128 K x 8 SRAM, 512 K x 8 Flash. SRAM and Flash are not
available to external applications.
Memory:
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Indicators
Power, Link, Comm
Post, Cfg, Link, Conn
LEDs (standard):
LEDs (heavy-duty):
Power (See Table 13 for Heavy-Duty)
110/240 V, 50-60 Hz, external power supply wall wart
Input:
2 W max (AC Adaptor)
2.1 mm Barrel Jack
Consumption:
Power Supply Connector:
Software
Airborne Control Center
Configuration:
Management:
Device Discovery and Configuration, Remote Firmware Upgrade
Utility
Operating System
Compatibility:
Any operating system with TCP/IP (the Airborne utilities require
Microsoft Windows 2000/XP)
Environmental
-40º C to 85º C
-40º C to 100º C
Operating Temperature:
Storage Temperature:
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Standard Packaging
Enclosure:
Nylon – Grey
2.58 in. W x 4.03 in. L x 1.90 in. D
(65.5 mm x 102.3 mm x 48.2 mm)
Dimensions:
Heavy-Duty Packaging
Enclosure:
Plastic
4.63 in. W x 5.24 in. L x 1.43 in. D
(117.6 mm x 133.0 mm x 36.2 mm)
Dimensions:
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Table 13 and Table 14 list power supply specifications for the Heavy-Duty Bridge.
The standard package Bridge is powered by the included AC adapter. Table 13
and Table 14 do not apply to the standard package.
Note:
Table 13. Heavy-Duty Power Supply Specifications
Parameter
Min
9V
Max
16V
32V
Normal Operating (J1455 – 12 V system)
Normal Operating (J1455 – 24 V system)
Cold Cranking (J1211)
18V
4.5V
Jumper Start 5 minute (J1455 – 12 V system)
Reverse Polarity (J1455 – 24 V system)
Max. Voltage
24V
36V
-24V
Additional filtering is provided to accommodate the ISO 7637 Power Line Immunity and the SAE
J1113 Power Line Conducted Emissions requirements.
Table 14. Heavy-Duty DC Specifications
Symbol Parameter
Min
Typ
Max
32
Units
V
VSupply
ISupply
IInrush
Supply Voltage
4.5
Supply Current @ VSupply = 12 V
Peak Inrush Current For 25 ms
200
350
2.9
mA
A
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APPENDIX B
FCC COMPLIANCE
This appendix lists FCC compliance information for the AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge.
FCC 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 or
more of the following measures:
ƒ
ƒ
ƒ
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.
ƒ
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for assistance.
FCC RF EXPOSURE STATEMENT
To satisfy RF exposure requirements, this device and its antenna must operate with a
separation distance of a least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
INFORMATION FOR CANADIAN USERS (IC NOTICE)
This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2.7 dB.
An antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The
required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so
chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than required for
successful communication.
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MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Trade Name:
AirborneDirect™
Serial Bridge
AirborneDirect™
Ethernet Bridge
Airborne Embedded
Radio Module
Model Number:
ABDB-SE-DP101
ABDB-ET-DP101
WLRG-RA-DP101
F4AWLNG1
Compliance Test
Report Number:
B31211D3
December 11, 2003
Quatech, Inc.
Compliance Test
Report Date:
July 17, 2006
Responsible Party
(in USA):
Address:
5675 Hudson Industrial Parkway
Hudson, Ohio 44236 USA
(330) 655-9000
Telephone Number:
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 the unit does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, please refer to your
user’s manual for instructions on correcting the problem.
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE (APPLICABLE TO USE WITHIN
CANADA)
This device complies with Canadian RSS-210.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated
indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit
antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such
that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population;
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AVIS DE CONFORMITE A LA REGLEMENTATION D’INDUSTRIE
CANADA
Pour empêcher toute interférence aux services faisant l’objet d’une licence, cet appareil doit
être utilisé à l’intérieur seulement et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran
de blindage maximal.
L’installateur du présent matériel radio doit s’assurer que l’antenne est située ou pointée de
manière à ce que cette dernière n’ émette pas de champs radioélectriques supérieurs aux
limites specifées par Santé Canada pour le grand public; consulter le Code de sécurité 6,
INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
AVIS DE CONFORMITE A LA REGLEMENTATION D’INDUSTRIE
CANADA
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conform à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
EUROPEAN COMMUNITY—CE NOTICE
Marking by the symbol:
indicates compliance with the essential requirements of Directive 73/23/EC and the essential
requirements of articles 3.1(b), 3.2 and 3.3 of Directive 1999/5/EC. Such marking is indicative
that this equipment meets or exceeds the following technical standards:
ƒ
EN 300 328-2—Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM);
Wideband Transmission systems; data transmission equipment operating in the 2.4
GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum modulations techniques.
ƒ
EN 301 489-17—Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM);
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services;
Part 17: Specific conditions for 2.4 GHz wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz
high performance RLAN equipment.
ƒ
EN 60950—Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical
business equipment.
Marking by the symbol:
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indicates that usage restrictions apply.
ƒ
To ensure compliance with local regulations, be sure to select the country in which
the access point is installed.
ƒ
This product can be used as shown in the following table:
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Application of Council Directives:
Manufacturer’s Name:
999/5/EC, 73/23/EEC
Quatech, Inc.
Manufacturer’s Address:
5675 Hudson Industrial Parkway
Hudson,OH 44236, USA
Importer’s Name:
Micro Puissance
Importer’s Address:
1, av de Norvege, ZA de courtaboeuf
BP79, 91 943 Les Ulis Cedex France
Information Technology Equipment
Commercial and Light Industry
AirborneDirect™ Serial Bridge
AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Bridge
EN 300 328 V1.4.1, EN 310 489-17 V1.2.1, EN 60950-1
First Edition
Type of Equipment:
Equipment Class:
Model:
Conforms to Standards:
Year of Manufacture:
2006
Countries
France
Italy
Luxembourg
Romania
Austria, Denmark,
Finland, Germany,
Greece, Iceland,
Restrictions
Outdoor use limited to 10 mW e.i.r.p. within the band 2454 to 2483.5 MHz.
If used outside of own premises, general authorization is required.
General authorization is required for public service.
On a secondary basis. Individual license required.
None.
Ireland, Liechtenstein,
Luxembourg, The
Netherlands, Norway,
Portugal, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland,
The United Kingdom
English
Hereby, DPAC Technologies Corp. declares that this AirborneDirect™
Serial/Ethernet Bridge is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Finnish
DPAC Technologies Corp. vakuuttaa täten että AirborneDirect™
Serial/Ethernet Bridge tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten
vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
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Countries
Restrictions
Dutch
Hierbij verklaart DPAC Technologies Corp. dat het toestel AirborneDirect™
Serial/Ethernet Bridge in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de
andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Bij deze verklaart DPAC Technologies Corp. dat deze AirborneDirect™
Serial/Ethernet Bridge voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige
relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.
French
Danish
German
Par la présente DPAC Technologies Corp. déclare que l’appareil
AirborneDirect™ Serial/Ethernet Bridge est conforme aux exigences
essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.
Undertegnede DPAC Technologies Corp. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr
AirborneDirect™ Serial/Ethernet Bridge overholder de væsentlige krav og
øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Hiermit erklärt DPAC Technologies Corp. dass sich dieser AirborneDirect™
Serial/Ethernet Bridge in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden
Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie
1999/5/EG befindet”. (BMWi)
Hiermit erklärt DPAC Technologies Corp. die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes
AirborneDirect™ Serial/Ethernet Bridge mit den grundlegenden
Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie
1999/5/EG. (Wien)
Swedish
Greek
Härmed intygar DPAC Technologies Corp. att denna AirborneDirect™
Serial/Ethernet Bridge står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga
egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv
1999/5/EG.
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ DPAC Technologies Corp. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ
AirborneDirect™ Serial/Ethernet Bridge ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ
ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕIΣ ΤΗΣ
ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ
Italian
Con la presente DPAC Technologies Corp. dichiara che questo
AirborneDirect™ Serial/Ethernet Bridge è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed
alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Por medio de la presente DPAC Technologies Corp. declara que el
AirborneDirect™ Serial/Ethernet Bridge cumple con los requisitos esenciales y
cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva
1999/5/CE.
Spanish
Portuguese
DPAC Technologies Corp. declara que este AirborneDirect™
Serial/Ethernet Bridge está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e
outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
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GLOSSARY
This appendix provides a glossary of wireless terminology.
Wireless standards developed by the IEEE that specify an "over-the-air"
802.11
interface for wireless Local Area Networks. 802.11 is composed of several
standards operating in different radio frequencies.
802.11b is the international standard for wireless networking that operates in
the 2.4 GHz frequency range (2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz) and provides a
throughput of up to 11 Mbps.
802.11b
802.11g is the international standard for wireless networking that operates in
the 2.4 GHz frequency range (2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz) and provides a
throughput of up to 54 Mbps.
802.11g
An interface between a wireless network and a wired network. Access Points
can combine with a distribution system (such as Ethernet) to create multiple
radio cells (BSSs) that enable roaming throughout a facility.
Access Point
A wireless network composed of only stations and no Access Point.
Ad-Hoc mode
An IEEE 802.11 service that enables the mapping of a wireless station to the
distribution system via an Access Point.
Association service
Type of synchronization where there is no defined time relationship between
transmission of frames.
Asynchronous
transmission
The process a station uses to announce its identify to another station.
Authentication
IEEE 802.11 specifies two forms of authentication: open system and shared
key.
The amount of transmission capacity available on a network at any point in
time. Available bandwidth depends on several variables such as the rate of
data transmission speed between networked devices, network overhead,
number of users, and the type of device used to connect PCs to a network.
Bandwidth
A set of 802.11-compliant stations that operate as a connected wireless
network.
Basic Service Set
(BSS)
A measurement of data transmission speed over communication lines based
on the number of bits that can be sent or received per second.
Bits per second
(bps)
Basic Service Set Identifier. A 48-bit identifier used by all stations in a BSS in
frame headers. Usually a MAC address.
BSSID
A function that determines the state of the wireless medium in an IEEE
802.11 network.
Clear channel
assessment
Any computer connected to a network that requests services (files, print
capability) from another member of the network.
Client
Combines a data signal at the sending station with a higher data rate bit
sequence, which many refer to as a “chip sequence” (also known as
“processing gain”). A high processing gain increases the signal’s resistance
to interference. The minimum processing gain that the FCC allows is 10, and
most products operate under 20.
Direct Sequence
Spread Spectrum
(DSSS)
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An IEEE 802.11 term that defines the process a station or Access Point uses
to notify that it is terminating an existing association.
Disassociation
service
An IEEE 802.11 station uses the distribution service to send MAC frames
across a distribution system.
Distribution service
General Purpose Input/Output refers to the digital I/O lines.
GPIO
Same as an Access Point (usually found in public areas such as coffee shops
and airports).
Hot spot
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, an international organization
that develops standards for electrical technologies. The organization uses a
series of numbers, like the Dewey Decimal system in libraries, to differentiate
between the various technology families.
IEEE
An IEEE 802.11-based wireless network that has no backbone infrastructure
and consists of at least two wireless stations. This type of network is often
referred to as an “Ad-Hoc network” because it can be constructed quickly
without too much planning.
Independent Basic
Service Set Network
(IBSS Network)
A client setting providing connectivity to an Access Point. As compared to Ad-
Hoc mode, whereby PCs communicate directly with each other, clients set in
Infrastructure mode all pass data through a central Access Point. The Access
Point not only mediates wireless network traffic in the immediate
neighborhood, but also provides communication with the wired network. See
Ad-Hoc Mode and Access Point.
Infrastructure mode
A software application that runs on a computer (which is attached to a LAN,
Intranet or the Internet) and using various protocols, can communicate with
the Bridge.
LAN application
LEAP
Lightweight Extensible Authentication Protocol developed by Cisco. LEAP
provides username/password-based authentication between a wireless client
and a RADIUS server. It is one of several protocols used with the IEEE
802.1X standard for LAN port access control.
A system of connecting PCs and other devices within the same physical
proximity for sharing resources such as Internet connections, printers, files
and drives. When Wi-Fi is used to connect the devices, the system is known
as a wireless LAN or WLAN.
Local Area Network
One of two sub-layers that make up the Data Link Layer of the OSI reference
model. The MAC layer is responsible for moving data packets to and from
one network node to another across a shared channel.
Medium Access
Control Layer
A wireless or wired computer network that has no server or central hub or
router. All the networked PCs are equally able to act as a network server or
client, and each client computer can talk to all the other wireless computers
without having to go through an Access Point or hub. However, since there is
no central base station to monitor traffic or provide Internet access, the
various signals can collide with each other, reducing overall performance.
Peer-to-peer
network
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An operating system implementing components and services that explicitly
RTOS
offer deterministic responses, and therefore allow the creation of real-time
systems. An RTOS is characterized by the richness of the services it
provides, the performance characteristics of those services, and the degree
that those performance characteristics can be controlled by the application
engineer (to satisfy the requirements of the application).
An identifier attached to packets sent over the wireless LAN that functions as
a "password" for joining a particular radio network (BSS). All radios and
Access Points within the same BSS must use the same SSID, or their
packets will be ignored.
Service Set
Identifier (SSID)
A virtual terminal protocol used in the Internet, enabling users to log into a
remote host.
Telnet
Temporal Key Integrity Protocol and is used in encryption. TKIP is an IEEE
802.11i standard and an enhancement to WEP security.
TKIP
A device for transmitting and receiving packets between the computer and
the medium.
Transceiver
A commonly used protocol for establishing and maintaining communications
between applications on different computers. TCP provides full-duplex,
acknowledged, and flow-controlled service to upper-layer protocols and
applications.
Transmission
Control Protocol
(TCP)
A communication system of connecting PCs and other computing devices
across a large local, regional, national or international geographic area. Also
used to distinguish between phone-based data networks and Wi-Fi. Phone
networks are considered WANs and Wi-Fi networks are considered wireless
LANs.
Wide Area Network
(WAN)
Wi-Fi is a name for 802.11 wireless network technology.
Wi-Fi
A non-profit international association formed in 1999 to certify interoperability
of wireless LAN products based on IEEE 802.11 specification.
Wi-Fi Alliance
A security protocol for wireless LANs defined in the IEEE 802.11 standard.
WEP is designed to provide the same level of security as a wired LAN.
Wired Equivalent
Privacy (WEP)
Also referred to as a wireless LAN. A type of Local Area Network that uses
high-frequency radio waves rather than wires to communicate between nodes
and provide network connectivity.
WLAN
WPA
Wi-Fi Protected Access. It addresses all known Wired Equivalent Privacy
(WEP) vulnerabilities. WPA uses RC4 for encryption and TKIP for key
management. It includes a message integrity mechanism commonly called
Michael or MIC.
WPA-LEAP
WPA-PSK
Wi-Fi Protected Access - Light Extensible Authentication Protocol, an
implementation based on the IEEE 802.11i 2004 and IEEE 802.1X 2001
standards, which includes the LEAP protocol for initial key assignment.
Wi-Fi Protected Access - Pre-Shared Key, an implementation based on the
IEEE 802.11i 2004 and IEEE 802.1X 2001 standards, where the PSK is
stored on the client.
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INDEX
A
I
Accessing the Web interface, 25
Advanced Configuration Settings, 41
AirborneDirect Ethernet Bridge
features and benefits, 2
hardware description, 9
installation, 17
Installing
AirborneDirect Ethernet Bridge, 17
Items Supplied by the User, 8
L
LEDs, 10
package contents, 7
reset switch, 9
LED troubleshooting, 52
LEDs, 10, 15
Location selection, 16
sample application, 3
AirborneDirect Serial Client Bridge
LEDs, 15
Application, 3
Applications, 1
M
Miscellaneous Settings Page, 31
Mounting cradle, 12
B
N
Basic Configuration Settings, 30
Benefits, 2
Navigating through the Web interface, 27
Network Settings page, 33
C
P
CLI Commands Descriptions
DHCP Acquire Limit, 38
DHCP Fallback Method, 38
Configuring using the Web interface, 27
CONNECTIONS
Package contents, 7
Pages in the Web interface
Network Settings, 33
Reset, 48
Services Page, 41
Status, 30
VERIFYING, 21
Conventions
manual, 5
Cradle, 12
R
Related documentation, 6
Reset button, 9
Reset page, 48
D
DHCP Acquire Limit, 38
DHCP Fallback Method, 38
S
F
Sample application, 3
Saving Configuration Changes, 29
Security Settings Page, 43
Selecting a location, 16
Services Page, 41
Software
WPA-LEAP Security, 19, 22
Status page, 30
Features, 2
G
Glossary, 65
H
T
Hardware description, 9
Troubleshooting
LEDs, 52
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accessing, 25
U
configuration activities, 27
navigating through, 27
Web interface pages
Network Settings, 33
Reset, 48
Services Page, 41
Status, 30
WPA-LEAP Security, 19, 22
Update Firmware Page, 45
Using This Document, 4
V
VERIFYING YOUR CONNECTIONS, 21
W
Web interface
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