WIRELESS 11N LONG RANGE OUTDOOR AP / CB ENS202EXT User Guide V1.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Conventions Copyright 0-vi 0-viii Product Overview Package Contents 1-1 Product Overview 1-2 Hardware Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS Installation System Requirements 2-1 Installing the Device 2-2 Pre-Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Installing the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Web Configuration Logging In 3-1 Best Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS Viewing WDS Link List 4-8 System Setup 4-9 Configuring Operation Mode 4-9 Configuring IP Settings 4-10 Configuring Spanning Tree Settings 4-11 Router Setup 4-12 Configuring WAN Settings 4-12 Static IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 Dynamic IP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS Client Router Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 Configuring Wireless Security 4-30 Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30 Wi-Fi Protected Access Pre-Shared Key (WPA-PSK) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31 Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 Pre-Shared Key (WPA2-PSK). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS Add a Schedule Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-48 Schedule Services Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONVENTIONS Conventions The following conventions are used to give the user additional information about specific procedures or content. It is important to pay attention to these conventions as they provide information to prevent damage to equipment or personal injury. Example: Indicates information used to demonstrate or explain an associated concept. N/A: General Conventions Indicates that a component or a procedure is not applicable to this model.
CONVENTIONS Typographical Conventions The following typographical conventions are used in this document: Italics Indicates book titles, directory names, file names, path names, and program/process names. Constant width Indicates computer output shown on a computer screen, including menus, prompts, responses to input, and error messages. Constant width bold Indicates commands lines as entered on the computer. Variables contained within user input are shown in angle brackets (< >).
COPYRIGHT Copyright This user guide and its content is copyright of © EnGenius Networks, 2012. All rights reserved. Any redistribution or reproduction in part or in whole in any form is prohibited. Do not distribute, transmit, store in any form of electronic retrieval system or commercially exploit the content without the expressed written permission of EnGenius Networks.
Product Overview Chapter 1
PRODUCT OVERVIEW PACKAGE CONTENTS 1.1 Package Contents ITEM QUANTITY ENS202EXT Wireless Access Point / Client Bridge 1 2.4GHz 5dBi Omni Antenna 2 PoE Injector (EPE1212) 1 24V/0.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW BENEFITS Benefits Wireless extensions to Ethernet networks WLANs enable network managers in dynamic environments to minimize overhead caused by moves, extensions to networks, and other changes. The ENS202EXT is the ideal product around which you can build your WLAN.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Technical Specification Hardware Specification Physical Interface: 2 x RJ-45 for 10/100 Fast Ethernet; one port is compatible with PoE 1 x Reset Button Power Requirements: Active Ethernet (Power over Ethernet) Proprietary PoE design Power Adapter 24V / 0.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW with antenna: 100mm (4”) x 37.5mm (1.375””) x 205mm (8”) (W x D x H) without antenna: 100mm (4”) x 37.5mm (1.37”) x 189mm (7.375”) (W x D x H) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Wireless Specification Weight with antenna: 242g (0.11 lbs) ± 2g without antenna: 275g (0.125lbs) ±2g Frequency Band: 802.11b/g/n Data rate: 300 Mbps Antenna: 2 x Detachable SMA Connector Note: The maximum power of the radio frequency band may be different depending on local regulations.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT LAYOUT 1.3 Product Layout E BACK PANEL VIEW A B C A B C Power LED OFF = ENS202EXT is not receiving power ON = ENS202EXT is receiving power LAN (2) LEDs OFF = ENS202EXT is not connected to the network. ON = ENS202EXT is connected to the network, but not sending or receiving data Blink = ENS202EXT is sending or receiving data WLAN LED (Access Point or Client Bridge Mode) OFF = ENS202EXT radio is off and the device is not sending or receiving data over the wireless LAN.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT LAYOUT A BOTTOM VIEW A Reset Button B C DESCRIPTION To reset to factory settings, press button for > 10 seconds. B LAN Connector To configure the ENS202EXT, connect an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet adapter on a computer. For more information about configuring individual features, see Logging In.
Installation Chapter 2
INSTALLATION SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 2.1 System Requirements To install the ENS202EXT, you need the following: Computer (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X Operating System) Web Browser (Internet Explorer, FireFox, Chrome, Safari) Network Interface equipped: (one of the following) Wired connectivity: Network Interface with an open RJ-45 Ethernet Port Wireless Connectivity: Embedded 802.11n Wi-Fi wireless networking, IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible Wi-Fi Card, USB Wi-Fi Dongle (802.
INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE DEVICE 2.2 Installing the Device Installing the Device Installing the ENS202EXT on a pole or wall optimizes the wireless access range. To install the ENS202EXT, use the following procedure to mount the device on a pole and refer to the figure below. Note: Only experienced installation professionals who are familiar with local building and safety codes and, wherever applicable, are licensed by the appropriate government regulatory authorities should install the ENS202EXT. 1.
INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE DEVICE 2. Insert an Ethernet cable into the RJ-45 port labeled LAN (PoE) on the ENS202EXT. 5. Plug another Ethernet cable into the LAN port of the PoE injector and connect the other end of Ethernet cable to the LAN port of the PC. 3. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the PoE port of the PoE injector. 4. Remove the power cord and PoE injector from the box and plug the power cord into the DC port of the PoE injector.
INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE DEVICE Wall mount: 7. Install the bottom cover securely to protect the RJ-45 connectors. 1. Secure the adhesive label to a position on the wall where you would like to install the ENS202EXT. Figure 2-4: Screw Layout Adhesive Label Figure 2-3: Installing the RJ-45 Port Cover 8. Turn over the ENS202EXT. To mount the ENS202EXT on a wall or a pole, follow these steps: Note: Find a position for the ENS202EXT that provides the best signal.
INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE DEVICE 2. Follow the plotting sticker, drill two holes, and secure the plastic anchors. 4. Align the screw holes on the mounting bracket with the screws and then install the device on the wall. Figure 2-5: Wall Mount (1 of 2) Figure 2-6: Wall Mount (2 of 2) 3. Install two screws into the plastic anchors, leaving enough of the screw protruding out to hang the ENS202EXT on.
INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE DEVICE Pole mount: 2. Position the ENS202EXT on a pole and secure both cable ties. 1. Thread two cable ties through the mounting bracket on the back of the ENS202EXT. Figure 2-7: Pole Mount (1 of 2) Figure 2-8: Pole Mount (2 of 2) This completes the installation procedure.
Web Configuration Chapter 3
WEB CONFIGURATION LOGGING IN 3.1 Logging In The ENS202EXT has a built-in Web Configurator that lets you manage the unit from any location using a Web browser that supports HTTP and has Javascript installed. 3. When the login screen appears, enter admin for the username in the top field and admin for the password in the bottom field.
WEB CONFIGURATION BEST PRACTICES Best Practices Perform the following procedures regularly to make the ENS202EXT more secure and manage the ENS202EXT more effectively. Change the default password Use a password that is not easy to guess and that contains different characters, such as numbers and letters. The ENS202EXT username cannot be changed. For more information, see Configuring Administrator Account. Back up the configuration and be sure you know how to restore it.
Basic Network Settings Chapter 4
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS SYSTEM STATUS 4.1 System Status View the summary of the current system status including system (hardware/software version, date/time), wired network (LAN) and wireless network (WLAN) information. 4.1.1 Using Save/Reload Save and apply the settings shown in the Unsaved changes list, or cancel the unsaved changes and revert to the previous settings that were in effect.
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS VIEWING SYSTEM INFORMATION 4.1.2 Viewing System Information Displays status information about the current operating mode. System Information shows the general system information such as operating mode, system up time, firmware version, serial number, kernel version, and application version. LAN Settings shows Local Area Network settings such as the LAN IP address, subnet mask, and MAC address.
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS VIEWING SYSTEM INFORMATION WAN Settings shows Wide Area Network settings such as the MAC address, connection type, connection status, WAN IP address, subnet mask, primary and secondary DNS. Current Wireless Settings shows wireless information such as frequency and channel. Since the ENS202EXT supports multiple-SSIDs, information about each SSID, such as its ESSID and security settings, are displayed.
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS VIEWING WIRELESS CLIENT LIST 4.1.3 Viewing Wireless Client List Displays a list of clients associated to the ENS202EXT, along with the MAC addresses and signal strength for each client. To remove an SSID client from the list, click the button that appears in the Kick and Ban column. Click the Refresh button to update the client list.
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS VIEWING SYSTEM LOG 4.1.4 Viewing System Log The ENS202EXT automatically logs events to internal memory. Note: The oldest events are deleted from the log when memory is full. Click the Save button to save the log information to a text file, click the Refresh button to update the client list, or the Clear button to remove all events.
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS VIEWING CONNECTION STATUS 4.1.5 Viewing Connection Status Displays the current status of the network. The WLAN information shown includes network type, SSID, BSSID, connection status, wireless mode, current channel, security, data rate, noise level, and signal strength. The WAN information shown includes the MAC address, connection type, connection status, IP address, IP subnet mask, primary DNS and secondary DNS. Click the Refresh button to update connections status.
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS VIEWING DHCP CLIENT TABLE 4.1.6 Viewing DHCP Client Table Displays the clients that are associated to the ENS202EXT through DHCP. The MAC addresses, IP addresses, and expiry times period for each client are shown in separate rows. Click the Refresh button to update the client table.
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS VIEWING WDS LINK LIST 4.1.7 Viewing WDS Link List Displays the clients that are associated to the ENS202EXT through WDS. The MAC addresses, link status and signal strength for each client are also shown. Click the Refresh button to update the client list.
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS CONFIGURING IP SETTINGS 4.2.2 Configuring IP Settings Configure the ENS202EXT LAN settings for the ENS202EXT using a static or dynamic IP address. IP Network Setting Configure the network connection type using either a static IP or dynamic IP. IP Address Enter the LAN IP address of the ENS202EXT. Subnet Mask Enter the subnet mask of the ENS202EXT. Default Gateway Enter the default gateway of the ENS202EXT. Primary DNS Enter the primary DNS address of the ENS202EXT.
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS CONFIGURING SPANNING TREE SETTINGS 4.2.3 Configuring Spanning Tree Settings Spanning Tree Status Enable or disable the ENS202EXT Spanning Tree function. Bridge Hello Time Specify Bridge Hello Time, in seconds. This value determines how often the ENS202EXT sends hello packets to communicate information about the topology throughout the entire Bridged Local Area Network Bridge Max Age Specify Bridge Max Age, in seconds.
BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS ROUTER SETUP 4.3 Router Setup 4.3.1 Configuring WAN Settings Configure the WAN settings for the ENS202EXT using a static or dynamic IP address, PPPoE or PPTP. Static IP Setting a static IP address allows an administrator to set a specific IP address for the router and guarantees that it can not be assigned a different address. Account Name Enter the account name provided by your ISP. Domain Name Enter the domain name provided by your ISP.
