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airFiber® X User Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1: Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 8: Services Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Ping Watchdog. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 SNMP Agent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
airFiber® X User Guide Table of Contents Appendix E: Compliance Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Installer Compliance Responsibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 FCC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 1: Overview Chapter 1: Overview airFiber Configuration Interface System Requirements Introduction • Microsoft Windows 7, Windows 8; Linux; or Mac OS X Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® airFiber® X Carrier Backhaul Radio. This User Guide is for use with the following models: • Java Runtime Environment 1.6 (or above) Model Description AF-2X 2.
Chapter 1: Overview airFiber® X User Guide Ports Signal Level Once fully booted, the Signal 1-4 LEDs act as a bar graph showing how close the airFiber X radio is to ideal aiming. This is auto-scaled based on the link range, the antenna gains, and the configured TX power of the remote airFiber X radio. Each Signal LED has three possible states: On, Flashing, and Off. All Signal LEDs would be solidly on in an ideal link.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2: Installation Connecting Power over Ethernet Installation Requirements 1. Lift the release latch on the bottom of the airFiber X radio and slide the Port Cover off.
Chapter 2: Installation 4. Connect the Power Cord to the power port on the airFiber PoE Adapter. Connect the other end of the Power Cord to a power source. airFiber Configuration The instructions in this section explain how to access the airFiber Configuration Interface and configure the following settings: airFiber® X User Guide 4. The login screen will appear. Enter ubnt in the Username and Password fields. Select your Country and Language. You must agree to the Terms of Use to use the product.
airFiber® X User Guide 8. Configure the Wireless Security: a. Select the AES Key Type, HEX or ASCII. b. For the Key field: -- HEX Enter 16 bytes (eight, 16-bit HEX values: 0-9, A-F, or a-f ). You can omit zeroes and use colons, similar to the IPv6 format. Note: The airFiber Configuration Interface supports IPv6 formats excluding dotted quad and “::” (double‑colon) notation. -- ASCII Enter a combination of alphanumeric characters (0-9, A-Z, or a-z).
Chapter 2: Installation Mount to an Antenna The airFiber X radio can be mounted to the antenna(s) listed in “Installation Requirements” on page 3. The airFiber X Antenna (AF-5G30-S45) is shown in the following steps: airFiber® X User Guide 3. Attach the External GPS Antenna to the RF connector labeled GPS. Then, place the magnetic External GPS Antenna on the bracket (this is temporary; you will mount the External GPS Antenna on the GPS Antenna Mount at the site). 1.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 2: Installation Mount the External GPS Antenna Connecting Power over Ethernet Locate a mounting point that has a clear view to the sky, and is above and as far away as possible from the AirFiber X radio. 1. Lift the release latch on the bottom of the airFiber X radio and slide the Port Cover off. 1. Attach the GPS Antenna Mount to the pole using the metal strap, or attach it to a wall using the appropriate fasteners (not included). 2.
Chapter 2: Installation 3. Connect the other end of the cable from the DATA port to the Ethernet port labeled POE on the airFiber PoE Adapter. WARNING: Use only the included airFiber PoE Adapter, Model: GP-H240-100G-4. Failure to do so can damage the unit and void the product warranty. airFiber® X User Guide Mount the PoE Adapter (Optional) 1. Remove the Mounting Bracket from the adapter by sliding the bracket downward. 4.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 2: Installation Surge Protection For added protection, install two surge suppressors, such as the Ubiquiti Ethernet Surge Protector, model ETH-SP, at the end of each link. Install the first surge protector within one meter of the airFiber DATA port, and install the second surge protector at the ingress point of the location housing the wired network equipment. Note: The airFiber X antenna AF‑5G30-S45 is shown in the following steps.
Chapter 2: Installation 2. Slave Visually aim the Slave at the Master. To adjust the Slave’s position: a. Loosen the four pole clamp nuts, and rotate the airFiber antenna on the pole to align the azimuth. b. Loosen the six elevation bolts, and use the hex nut on the elevation rod to adjust the elevation.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 3: Navigation The airFiber Configuration Interface is an advanced operating system capable of powerful wireless and routing features, built upon a simple and intuitive user interface foundation. The airFiber X radio uses the airFiber Configuration Interface for easy configuration and management via a web browser. There are two ways to access the airFiber Configuration Interface: Chapter 3: Navigation 3. Launch your web browser. Type http://192.168.1.
Chapter 3: Navigation Product Verification The airFiber Configuration Interface will verify whether a product is genuine or counterfeit. For a genuine airFiber airFiber X radio, the airFiber Configuration Interface will display a Genuine Product logo in the lower left corner of the screen.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 4: Main Tab The Main tab displays a summary of the link status information, current values of the basic configuration settings, network settings and information, and traffic statistics. Status Chapter 4: Main Tab Device Name Displays the customizable name or identifier of the device. The Device Name (also known as host name) is displayed in registration screens and discovery tools. Operating Mode Displays the mode of the AirFiber X radio: Slave, Master, or Reset.
Chapter 4: Main Tab The following applies to the AF-5X only: When the AF‑5X operates in a DFS country and within a valid DFS band for that country, it performs a Channel Availability Check (CAC) before operating. The rules vary by country and frequency, but in general: -- FCC domains If the AF‑5X operates in a DFS band (5.2 GHz or 5.4 GHz band), the AF‑5X performs a 60-second check on the Master only. airFiber® X User Guide RX Frequency (Available if split frequencies are enabled.
airFiber® X User Guide RX Capacity Displays the potential RX throughput, how much the airFiber X radio can receive, after accounting for the modulation and error rates. TX Power (EIRP) Displays the current average transmit output power (in dBm) of the airFiber X radio. Note: If “(Limited)” is displayed, the transmit output power has been limited to a value less than the selected value, to comply with regulatory region requirements.
Chapter 4: Main Tab airFiber® X User Guide Log When logging is enabled (see “System Log” on page 27 to enable logging), this option lists all registered system events. By default, logging is not enabled. Clear To delete all entries in the system log, click Clear. Refresh To update the log content, click Refresh. 16 Ubiquiti Networks, Inc.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 5: Wireless Tab The Wireless tab contains options to set up the wireless part of the link. This includes wireless mode, link name, frequencies, output power, speed, and wireless security. Chapter 5: Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings In this section, configure the basic wireless settings, such as wireless mode, link name, country code, frequencies, output power, speed, and gain. Change To save or test your changes, click Change. A new message appears.
Chapter 5: Wireless Tab Country Code Each country has its own power level and frequency regulations. To ensure the airFiber X radio operates under the necessary regulatory compliance rules, you must select the country where your device will be used. The frequency settings and output power limits will be tuned according to the regulations of the selected country. For details, refer to this table, “Frequency Ranges and Power Levels per Country/Region” on page 49.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 5: Wireless Tab Frequency Settings Wireless Security The Valid Frequencies for your Country Code selection are displayed. Ensure that you use frequencies that comply with the local country regulations. airFiber uses 128-bit, AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) encryption at all times. TDD Split Frequency Mode This option lets you configure separate frequencies for TX and RX.
Chapter 6: Network Tab Chapter 6: Network Tab The Network tab allows you to configure settings for the management network. There are two ways to access the airFiber Configuration Interface: • Management Port Enabled by default. Use a direct connection to the Management port for out-of-band management. • In-Band Management Enabled by default. In-band management is available through the local Data port or the Data port at the other end of the link.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 6: Network Tab airView Port The port number associated with the airView spectrum analyzer tool. The default value is 18888. For detailed information on the airView tool, refer to “airView” on page 33. -- IP Address Specify the IP address of the airFiber X radio. This IP will be used for device management purposes.
Chapter 7: Advanced Tab Chapter 7: Advanced Tab The Advanced tab handles advanced wireless and Ethernet settings. These settings should not be changed unless you understand how the changes will affect the airFiber X radio. Change To save or test your changes, click Change. A new message appears. You have three options: • Apply To immediately save your changes, click Apply. • Test To try the changes without saving them, click Test. To keep the changes, click Apply.
airFiber® X User Guide DATA Port Ethernet Settings DATA Speed This is the speed of the Data port. The default is Auto. The airFiber X radio automatically negotiates transmission parameters, such as speed and duplex, with its counterpart. In this process, the networked devices first share their capabilities and then choose the fastest transmission mode they both support.
Chapter 7: Advanced Tab Here are a couple of examples involving the use of the Use Timeout Duration option. airFiber® X User Guide MGMT Port Ethernet Settings • Example #1 • Link Off Duration 5 seconds • Link Off Spacing 60 seconds The Data port’s Ethernet link will be initially disconnected when the RF link first goes down. That event will start a 60‑second timer. The Ethernet link will remain offline for 5 seconds (regardless of the RF link status) and then come back online.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 8: Services Tab The Services tab configures system management services: Ping Watchdog, SNMP Agent, Web Server, SSH Server, Telnet Server, NTP Client, Dynamic DNS, System Log, and Device Discovery. Change To save or test your changes, click Change. A new message appears. You have three options: Chapter 8: Services Tab the user-defined constraints, the airFiber X radio will automatically reboot. This option creates a kind of “fail‑proof” mechanism.
Chapter 8: Services Tab • Ping Interval Specify the time interval (in seconds) between the ICMP echo requests that are sent by Ping Watchdog. The default value is 300 seconds. airFiber® X User Guide Web Server • Startup Delay Specify the initial time delay (in seconds) until the first ICMP echo requests are sent by Ping Watchdog. The default value is 300 seconds.
airFiber® X User Guide -- Key Displays the key. Chapter 8: Services Tab -- Comment You can enter a brief description of the key. Dynamic DNS If enabled, the airFiber X radio allows communications with the DDNS server. -- Action You have the following options: • Host Name Enter the host name of the DDNS server. • Add Adds a public key file. • Username Enter the user name of the DDNS account. • Edit Make changes to a public key file. Click Save to save your changes.
Chapter 9: System Tab Chapter 9: System Tab The System tab contains administrative options. This page enables the administrator to reboot the airFiber X radio, reset it to factory defaults, upload new firmware, back up or update the configuration, and configure the administrator account. airFiber® X User Guide Firmware Update The controls in this section manage firmware maintenance. Change To save or test your changes, click Change. A new message appears.
airFiber® X User Guide This is a three-step procedure: 1. Click Choose File to locate the new firmware file. Select the file and click Open. 2. Click Upload to upload the new firmware to the airFiber X radio. Chapter 9: System Tab System Accounts You can change the administrator password to protect your device from unauthorized changes. We recommend that you change the default administrator password when initially configuring the device. 3. The Uploaded Firmware Version is displayed.
Chapter 9: System Tab Location After the on-board GPS determines the location of the airFiber X radio, its latitude and longitude are displayed. If the GPS does not have a fix on its location, then “Searching for Satellites” will be displayed. Latitude The latitude of the airFiber X radio’s location is displayed. Longitude The longitude of the airFiber X radio’s location is displayed.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 10: Tools Each tab of the airFiber Configuration Interface contains network administration and monitoring tools. Click the Tools drop‑down list at the top right corner of the page. Align Antenna Use the Align Antenna tool to point and optimize the antenna in the direction of maximum link signal. The Antenna Alignment window is designed to refresh every 250 milliseconds. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc.
Chapter 10: Tools Discovery The Device Discovery tool searches for all Ubiquiti devices on your network. The Search field automatically filters devices containing specified names or numbers as you enter them. airFiber® X User Guide Packet Count Enter the number of packets to send for the ping test. Packet Size Specify the size of the packet. Start Click this button to start the test. Packet loss statistics and latency time evaluation are displayed after the test is completed.
airFiber® X User Guide • Launch airView Click Launch airView to download the Java Network Launch Protocol (jnlp) file and complete the launch of airView. Chapter 10: Tools View Menu Enable Chart Panel 1 (top) Displays the Waterfall or Channel Usage chart in Chart Panel 1, depending on which option you have selected in Preferences. This time‑based graph shows the aggregate energy collected or channel usage for each frequency since the start of the airView session.
Chapter 10: Tools Charts airFiber® X User Guide Enable Waveform chart (middle) Check the box to enable the middle chart. This time-based graph shows the RF signature of the noise environment since the start of the airView session. The energy color designates its amplitude. Cooler colors represent lower energy levels (with blue representing the lowest levels) in that frequency bin, and warmer colors (yellow, orange, or red) represent higher energy levels in that frequency bin.
airFiber® X User Guide Chapter 10: Tools Averages Trace Check the Enable box to enable the averages trace. When enabled, the averages trace is represented by the green area on the Real-time chart, which displays the average received power level data since the start of the airView session. To enable a shaded green area, check the Shaded Area box. To display only a green outline without the shaded area, uncheck the Shaded Area box.
Appendix A: Specifications airFiber® X User Guide Appendix A: Specifications airFiber AF‑2X Dimensions Weight RF Connectors GPS Antenna Max. Conducted TX Power Power Supply Power Method Mounting Certifications Operating Temperature 224 x 82 x 48 mm (8.82 x 3.23 x 1.89") 0.35 kg (0.
airFiber® X User Guide Appendix A: Specifications airFiber AF‑3X Dimensions Weight RF Connectors GPS Antenna Max. Conducted TX Power Power Supply Power Method Mounting Certifications Operating Temperature 224 x 82 x 48 mm (8.82 x 3.23 x 1.89") 0.35 kg (0.
Appendix A: Specifications airFiber® X User Guide airFiber AF‑5X Dimensions Weight RF Connectors GPS Antenna Max. Conducted TX Power Power Supply Power Method Mounting Certifications Operating Temperature 224 x 82 x 48 mm (8.82 x 3.23 x 1.89") 0.35 kg (0.
airFiber® X User Guide Appendix B: Listen Before Talk Note: This appendix applies to the airFiber AF-3X radio only. Introduction Listen Before Talk (LBT) is a requirement for the 3.6 GHz band in North America and Canada. Because exclusive licenses for the 3650-3700 MHz band are not granted within the United States, operators must take steps to minimize potential interference in this band.
Appendix B: Listen Before Talk airFiber® X User Guide Opportunities for Other Transmitters to Operate No differences are performed between start-up mode and operational mode. The Master/Slave device goes into an energy scanning mode where it is allowed to do one full cycle of energy detection before it is allowed to transmit. The scan is a mode where the average energy is accumulated to compare against the programmed detection threshold.
airFiber® X User Guide Appendix C: Safety Notices Appendix C: Safety Notices 1. Read, follow, and keep these instructions. 2. Heed all warnings. 3. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. WARNING: Do not use this product in location that can be submerged by water. WARNING: Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Electrical Safety Information 1.
Appendix D: Warranty Appendix D: Warranty Limited Warranty UBIQUITI NETWORKS, Inc (“UBIQUITI NETWORKS”) warrants that the product(s) furnished hereunder (the “Product(s)”) shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment by UBIQUITI NETWORKS under normal use and operation.
airFiber® X User Guide Appendix D: Warranty Limitation of Liability EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LOCAL LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL UBIQUITI OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFIT, LOST DATA, OR DOWNTIME COSTS), ARISING OUT OF THE USE, INABILITY TO USE, OR THE RESULTS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED IN WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHER LEGAL THEORY, AND WHETHER OR NOT ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SU
Appendix E: Compliance Information airFiber® X User Guide Appendix E: Compliance Information airFiber AF-3X Installer Compliance Responsibility This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions. Devices must be professionally installed and it is the professional installer’s responsibility to make sure the device is operated within local country regulatory requirements.
airFiber® X User Guide Appendix E: Compliance Information airFiber AF-5X Industry Canada Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. airFiber AF-2X This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions.
Appendix E: Compliance Information airFiber® X User Guide airFiber AF-3X airFiber AF-5X CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication.
airFiber® X User Guide Appendix E: Compliance Information RF Exposure Warning Australia and New Zealand airFiber AF-2X airFiber AF-2X The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 126 cm from all persons and must not be located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Appendix E: Compliance Information Frequency Ranges and Power Levels per Country/Region airFiber AF-2X The product can be operated in the countries and regions listed in the following table, within the stated frequency ranges and output power (EIRP) limits. Each country has its own power level and frequency regulations. To ensure the product operates under the necessary regulatory compliance rules, the country where the device will be used must be selected during installation.
airFiber® X User Guide airFiber AF-3X The product can be operated in the countries and regions listed in the following table, within the stated frequency ranges and output power (EIRP) limits. Each country has its own power level and frequency regulations. To ensure the product operates under the necessary regulatory compliance rules, the country where the device will be used must be selected during installation.
Appendix E: Compliance Information airFiber® X User Guide airFiber AF-5X The product can be operated in the countries and regions listed in the following table, within the stated frequency ranges and output power (EIRP) limits. Each country has its own power level and frequency regulations. To ensure the product operates under the necessary regulatory compliance rules, the country where the device will be used must be selected during installation.
airFiber® X User Guide Appendix E: Compliance Information 5.1 GHz Country/Region Frequency Range (Band Edges in MHz) 5.2 GHz Max. EIRP (dBm) Frequency Range (Band Edges in MHz) 5.4 GHz Max. EIRP (dBm) Korea Republic 5.8 GHz Frequency Range (Band Edges in MHz) Max. EIRP (dBm) Frequency Range (Band Edges in MHz) Max.
Appendix E: Compliance Information airFiber® X User Guide The following table lists the maximum transmit output power (EIRP) for the 5.1 GHz band. 5.
airFiber® X User Guide RoHS/WEEE Compliance Statement English European Directive 2002/96/EC requires that the equipment bearing this symbol on the product and/ or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. The symbol indicates that this product should be disposed of separately from regular household waste streams.
Appendix F: Declaration of Conformity Appendix F: Declaration of Conformity Česky [Czech] UBIQUITI NETWORKS tímto prohlašuje, že toto UBIQUITI NETWORKS zařízení, je ve shod se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Dansk [Danish] Hermed, UBIQUITI NETWORKS, erklærer at denne UBIQUITI NETWORKS enhed, er i overensstemmelse med de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
airFiber® X User Guide Appendix G: Contact Information Appendix G: Contact Information Ubiquiti Networks Support Ubiquiti Support Engineers are located around the world and are dedicated to helping customers resolve software, hardware compatibility, or field issues as quickly as possible. We strive to respond to support inquiries within a 24-hour period. Ubiquiti Networks, Inc. 2580 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95131 www.ubnt.com Online Resources Support: support.ubnt.com Community: community.ubnt.
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