Table of Contents Introduction ..................................5 Features and Benefits ......................................5 Package Contents ........................................6 System Requirements......................................7 Applications..........................................7 Before you Begin ................................9 Considerations for Wireless Installation ..............................9 Computer Settings (Windows XP/Windows 7) ............................. 10 Apple Mac X OS......................................... 13 Hardware Installation ...................................... 14 Configuring Your Client Bridge .............................
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Connection Status......................................29 Wireless Client List......................................30 System Log .......................................... 31 System ....................................32 Operation Mode........................................ 32 IP Settings ..........................................33 Spanning Tree Setting..................................... 34 Router ....................................36 WAN Settings ........................................36 7.1.1 Static IP..........................................36 7.1.2 DHCP ..........................................39 7.1.3 PPPoE ..........................................
The ECB350 is a Wireless Network device that delivers up to 6x faster speeds and 7x extended coverage than 802.11b/g devices. The ECB350 supports use in the home network with superior throughput, performance, and significant wireless range.
QoS (WMM) support Enhanced user performance and density. 1.2 Package Contents The ECB350 package contains the following items (all items must be in package to issue a refund): ECB350 Wireless Long Range Multi-Function CB / AP 12V/1A 100V~240V Power Adapter ...
1.3 System Requirements The following are the minimum system requirements in order configure the device. Computer with an Ethernet interface or Wireless Network function Windows OS (XP, Vista, 7), Mac OS, or Linux based operating systems Web-Browsing Application (i.e.: Internet Explorer, FireFox, Safari, or other similar software) ...
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f) Wireless Extensions to Ethernet Networks Extend network coverage where the network cannot reach (i.e.: There is no wired internet connection to reach certain location of the environment). g) Wired LAN Backup Implement wireless LANs to provide backup for mission-critical applications running on wired networks. h) Training/Educational Facilities Training sites at corporations or students at universities use wireless connectivity to ease access to information, information exchanges, and learning.
These could be the number, thickness, and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the ECB350’s wireless signals must pass through. Here are some key guidelines to allow the ECB350 to have optimal wireless range.
2.2 Computer Settings (Windows XP/Windows 7) In order to use the ECB350, you must first configure the TCP/IPv4 connection of your computer system. Click Start button and open Control Panel. Windows XP Windows 7...
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In Windows XP, click Network Connections In Windows 7, click View Network Status and Tasks in the Network and Internet section, then select Change adapter settings Right click on Local Area Connection and select Properties ...
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Select Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is different from the ECB350 and subnet mask then click OK. Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device.
In Configure IPv4, select Manually Enter an IP address that is different from the ECB350 and subnet mask then press OK Note: Ensure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device.
2. Connect one end of the Category 5 Ethernet cable into the RJ-45 port of the ECB350 and the other end to the RJ-45 port of the computer that will use the ECB350. Ensure that the cable is securely connected to both the ECB350 and the Computer.
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Front Panel Rear Panel Front Panel LED Lights LED lights for Wireless, Ethernet port and Power. Rear Panel DC IN DC IN for Power. Reset Button One click for reset the device. Press over 10 seconds for reset to factory default. Ethernet Port Ethernet port for RJ-45 cable.
3 Configuring Your Client Bridge This section will show you how to configure the device using the web-based configuration interface. 3.1 Default Settings Please use your Ethernet port or wireless network adapter to connect the Client Bridge. Default Settings IP Address 192.168.1.1 Username / Password admin / admin...
3.2 Web Configuration Open a web browser (Internet Explorer/Firefox/Safari) and enter the IP Address http://192.168.1.1 Note: If you have changed the default LAN IP Address of the Access Point, ensure you enter the correct IP Address. The default username and password are admin. Once you have entered the correct username and password, click the ...
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If successful, you will be logging in and see the ECB350 User Menu. ...
4 Building a Wireless Network The ECB350 has the ability to operate in various operating modes. The ECB350 is the ideal device in which you can build your WLAN. This chapter describes how to build a WLAN around your ECB350 using the operating modes of the ECB350.
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server automatically allocates ranges of IP addresses to each LAN that will access the Internet through the ECB350. This mode requires you to connect the ECB350 wirelessly to an Access Point or Wireless Router and then connect the LANs to the ECB350 using a wired connection.
4.3 Access Point Mode In Access Point Mode, ECB350 behaves likes a central connection for stations or clients that support IEEE 802.11b/g/n networks. The stations and clients must be configured to use the same SSID and security password to associate with the...
Internet through the ECB350. This mode requires you to connect the ECB350’s Ethernet port to a modem or router. And the wireless clients must be configured to use the same SSID and security password to associate with the ECB350. The ECB350 supports up to four...
4.5 WDS AP / WDS Station Mode The ECB350 also supports WDS AP mode. This operating mode allows wireless connections to the ECB350 using WDS technology. In this mode, configure the MAC addresses in both Access Points to enlarge the wireless area by enabling WDS Link settings.
ECB350 device. Use this mode when two wired LANs located a small distance apart want to communicate with each other. The best solution is to use the ECB350 to wirelessly connect two wired LANs, as shown in the following figure.
4.7 Repeater mode Repeater is used to regenerate or replicate signals that are weakened or distorted by transmission over long distances and through areas with high levels of electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Status The Status section contains the following options: Main, Wireless Client List, and System Log. The following sections describe these options. 5.1 Save/Reload This page lets you save and apply the settings shown under Unsaved changes list, or cancel the unsaved changes and revert them to the previous settings that were in effect.
5.2 Main Clicking the Main link under the Status menu or clicking Home at the top-right of the ECB350 Page shows the status information about the current operating mode. - The System Information section shows general system information such as Device Name, MAC Address, Current Time, Firmware Version, and Management VLAN ID (Note: VLAN ID is only applicable in Access Point or WDS AP mode).
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- The Current Wireless Settings section shows wireless information such as Operating Mode, Frequency, and Channel. Since the ECB350 supports multiple-SSIDs, information about each SSID, the ESSID and security settings, are displayed (Note: Profile Settings is only applicable in Access Point, WDS AP, or Router mode).
5.3 Connection Status Click on the Connection Status link under the Status menu. This page displays the current status of the Network, including Network Type, SSID, BSSID, Connection Status, Wireless Mode, Current Channel, Security, Data Rate, Noise Level, and Signal Strength. Note: Only applicable in Client Bridge, Client Router, WDS Station, and Repeater mode.
5.4 Wireless Client List Clicking the Wireless Client List link under the Status menu displays the list of clients associated to the ECB350, along with the MAC addresses and signal strength for each client. Clicking Refresh updates the client list.
5.5 System Log The ECB350 automatically logs (records) events of possible interest in its internal memory. To view the logged information, click the System Log link under the Status menu. If there is not enough internal memory to log all events, older events are deleted from the log.
6 System 6.1 Operation Mode The ECB350 supports 8 operating modes: Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS AP, WDS Bridge, WDS Station, Universal Repeater, Router, and Client Router. System Properties Device Name Enter a name for the device. The name you type appears in SNMP management. This name is not the SSID and is not broadcast to other devices.
6.2 IP Settings This page allows you to modify the device's IP settings. Note: Only applicable in Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS AP, WDS Bridge, WDS Station, and Repeater mode. IP Settings IP Network Setting Select whether the device IP address will use the static IP address specified in the IP Address field or be obtained automatically when the device connects to a DHCP server.
6.3 Spanning Tree Setting This page allows you to modify the Spanning Tree settings. Enabling Spanning Tree protocol will prevent network loops in your LAN network. Note: Only in Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS AP, WDS Bridge, WDS Station, and Repeater mode. Spanning Tree Spanning Tree Status Enable or disable the Spanning Tree function.
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so that when a new bridge comes onto a busy network, it analyzes data traffic before participating. Priority Specify the Priority Number. A smaller number has greater priority. Accept / Cancel Click Accept to confirm the changes or Cancel to cancel and return previous settings.
7 Router This section is only applicable for AP Router Mode or Client Router Mode. 7.1 WAN Settings There are four types of WAN connections: Static IP, DHCP, PPPoE, and PPTP. Please contact your ISP to find out which settings you should choose. 7.1.1 Static IP If your ISP Provider has assigned you a fixed IP address, enter the assigned IP Address, Subnet mask, Default Gateway IP...
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Specify the second DNS server’s IP address. Discard Ping on WAN Check to Enable to recognize pings on the ECB350 WAN interface or Disable to block pings on the ECB350 WAN interface. Note: Pinging IP addresses is a common method used by hackers to test whether the IP address is valid.
7.1.2 DHCP Select DHCP as your WAN connection type to obtain an IP address automatically. You will need to enter the account name as your hostname and, optionally, enter DNS information.
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Click the radio button to set up the Primary DNS and Secondary DNS servers manually. Discard Ping on WAN Check to Enable to recognize pings on the ECB350 WAN interface or Disable to block pings on the ECB350 WAN interface. Note: Pinging IP addresses is a common method used by hackers to test whether the IP address is valid.
Select Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This selection is typically used for DSL services. Remove your PPPoE software from your computer, as it is not needed and will not work with your ECB350.
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Click the radio button to set up the Primary DNS and Secondary DNS servers manually. Discard Ping on WAN Check to Enable to recognize pings on the ECB350 WAN interface or Disable to block pings on the ECB350 WAN interface. Note: Pinging IP addresses is a common method used by hackers to test whether the IP address is valid.
7.1.4 PPTP Select PPTP as your WAN connection type if your Internet Service Provider (ISP) uses a Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) connection. You will need to provide the IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway (Optional), DNS (Optional), Server IP, Username, and Password provided by your ISP.
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Click the radio button to set up the Primary DNS and Secondary DNS servers manually. Discard Ping on WAN Check to Enable to recognize pings on the ECB350 WAN interface or Disable to block pings on the ECB350 WAN interface. Note: Pinging IP addresses is a common method used by hackers to test whether the IP address is valid.
7.2 LAN Settings This page allows you to modify the device's LAN settings. LAN Settings IP Address The LAN IP Address of this device. IP Subnet Mask The LAN Subnet Mask of this device. Use Router As DHCP Server Check this option to enable the Internal DHCP server. Starting /Ending IP Address The range of IP addresses of the DHCP server will allocate to LAN device.
7.3 VPN Pass Through The VPN Passthrough allows a secure virtual private network (VPN) connection between two computers. Enabling the options on this page opens a VPN port and enables connections to pass through the ECB350 without interruption.
Port forwarding can be used to open a port or range of ports to a device on your network. Using port forwarding, you can set up public services on your network. When users from the Internet make certain requests on your network, the ECB350 can forward those requests to computers equipped to handle the requests.
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Port Forwarding Port Forwarding Enables or disables the Port Forwarding feature. Service Name Enter a name or description to help you identify this entry. Protocol Select a protocol for the application. Choices are Both, TCP, and UDP. Start / End Port The port range that the server is running on the local computer.
7.5 Port Triggering If you use Internet applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers, you may find that they do not function correctly because they are blocked by the device’s firewall. Port Triggering will be required for these applications to work.
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Port Triggering Port Triggering Enables or disables the Port Triggering feature. Service Name Enter a name or description to help you identify this entry. Trigger Port This is the outgoing (outbound) port numbers for this application. Trigger Type Select whether the application uses TCP, UDP or Both types of protocols for outbound transmissions. Forwarded Port These are the inbound (incoming) ports for this application.
7.6 DMZ If you have a computer that cannot run Internet applications properly from behind the ECB350, you can allow the computer to have unrestricted Internet access. Enter the IP address of that computer as a Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) host with unrestricted Internet access.
7.7 MAC Filter You can choose whether to Deny or Allow only those devices listed in the MAC Filtering table to access the Internet. MAC Filter MAC Filter Enables or disables the MAC Filter function. Deny all clients with MAC addresses When selected, the computers listed in the MAC Filter Table will be Denied to access listed below to access the network the Internet.
7.8 IP Filter You can choose whether to Deny or Allow only devices with those IP Addresses listed on the IP Filter Table from accessing certain ports. This can be used to control which Internet applications the computers can access. Note: You will need to have knowledge of which Internet port numbers each application uses.
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IP Filter IP Filter Enables or disables the IP Filter function. Deny all clients with IP addresses When selected, the computers listed in the IP Filter table will be Denied to access listed below to access the network the Internet. Allow all clients with IP addresses When selected, only the computers listed in the IP Filter table will be Allowed to listed below to access the network...
7.9 URL Filter You can deny access to certain websites by blocking keywords in the URL web address. For example, “gamer” has been added to the URL Filter Table. Any web address that includes “gamer” will be blocked.
8 Wireless 8.1 Wireless Network This page displays the current status of the Wireless settings of the ECB350. Access Point / WDS AP / Router mode:...
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Wireless Network (Access Point / WDS AP / Router mode) Wireless Mode Wireless mode supports 802.11b/g/n mixed mode. Channel HT Mode The default channel bandwidth is 20/40MHz. The larger the channel, the better the transmission quality and speed. Extension Channel Select upper or lower channel.
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SSID Profile SSID Profile SSID Specify the SSID for the current profile. VLAN ID Specify the VLAN tag for the current profile. Suppressed SSID Check this option to hide the SSID from clients. If checked, the SSID will not appear in the site survey.
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Client Bridge / Client Router / WDS Station / Repeater mode: Wireless Mode Wireless mode supports 802.11b/g/n mixed mode. SSID The SSID is a unique named shared amongst all the points of the wireless network. The SSID must be identical on all points of the wireless network and cannot exceed 32 characters. You may specify an SSID or select one from the Site Survey.
8.2 Wireless Security The Wireless Security section lets you configure the ECB350's security modes: WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK Mixed, WPA, WPA2, and WPA Mixed. We strongly recommend you use WPA2-PSK. WEP Encryption: WEP Encryption Auth Type Select Open System or Shared Key.
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You must enter a Key Value for the Default Key. Encryption Key # Enter the key value or values you wish to use. Only the Key selected as Default is required. The others are optional. WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Shared Key) Encryption: WPA-PSK (WPA Pre-Shared Key) Encryption Encryption Select the WPA encryption type you would like.
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WPA Encryption: Only in Access Point / WDS AP / Router mode WPA Encryption Encryption Select the WPA encryption type you would like. Please ensure that your wireless clients use the same settings. Radius Server Enter the IP address of the Radius Server. Radius Port Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius server.
8.3 Site Survey Use this feature to scan nearby Access Points. Note: Only applicable in Client Bridge, Client Router, or Repeater modes. 1. Click Site Survey.
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2. Scanning the nearby Access Points 3. The ECB350 will list the available access points after site survey.
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Site Survey (Client Bridge / Client Router / Repeater mode) BSSID Access Point's wireless MAC address. SSID SSID that the Access Point is broadcasting. Channel Channel that the Access Point is using. Signal Level (dBm) Signal strength from the Access Point to your station.
Wireless MAC Filters are used to allow or deny network access to wireless clients according to their MAC addresses. You can manually add a MAC address to restrict the permission to access ECB350. The default setting is Disable Wireless MAC Filter.
8.5 Wireless Advanced This page allows you to configure wireless advance settings. It is recommended that the default settings are used unless the user has experience with more advanced networking features.
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Wireless Advanced Data Rate Select a data rate from the drop-down list. The data rate affects throughput of data in the ECB350. The lower the data rate, the throughput will be lower, but so will the transmission distance. Transmit Power Set the power output of the wireless signal.
8.6 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) feature is following the Wi-Fi Alliance WPS standard and it eases the set up of security- enabled Wi-Fi networks in the home and small office environment. It reduces the user steps required to configure a network and supports two methods that are familiar to most consumers to configure a network and enable security.
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Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Select to Enable or Disable the WPS feature. WPS Current Status Shows whether the WPS function is Configured or unConfigured. When it is Configured, the WPS has been used to authorize connection between the device and wireless clients.
8.7 WDS Link Settings Using WDS (Wireless Distribution System) will allow you to connect to Access Points wirelessly. Doing so will extend the wired infrastructure to locations where cabling is not possible or inefficient to implement. Note: Compatibility between different brands and models of access points is not guaranteed. It is recommended that the WDS network be created using the same models for maximum compatibility.
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WDS Link Settings MAC Address Enter the Access Point’s MAC address to which you want to extend the wireless area. Mode Select Disable or Enable from the drop-down list. Accept / Cancel Click Accept to confirm the changes or Cancel to cancel and return previous settings.
9 Management 9.1 Administration This page allows you to change the ECB350 password as well as configure the device by remote access. By default, the username is admin and the password is: admin. The password can contain 0 to 12 alphanumeric characters and is case sensitive.
Click Accept to confirm the changes or Cancel to cancel and return previous settings. Note: 1. If you reconfigure the Management VLAN ID, you may lose your connection to the ECB350. Verify that the DHCP server supports the reconfigured VLAN ID and then reconnect to the ECB350 using the new IP address.
9.3 SNMP Settings This page allows you to assign the Contact Details, Location, Community Name, and Trap Settings for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). This is a networking management protocol used to monitor network attached devices. SNMP allows messages (called protocol data units) to be sent to various parts of the network. Upon receiving these messages, SNMP compatible devices (called agents) return the data stored in their Management Information Bases.
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Community Name Specify the password for the SNMP community with read/write access. (Read/Write) Trap Trap Destination Address Specify the IP address of the computer that will receive the SNMP traps. Trap Destination Specify the password for the SNMP trap community. Community Name...
If extreme problems occur, or Restore Saved Settings from A File if the you have set the ECB350 wrongly, you can use the Factory Default button in the Revert to Factory Default Settings section to restore all the configurations of the ECB350 to the original default settings.
9.5 Firmware Upgrade This page allows you to upgrade the firmware of the ECB350. To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1. Click the Browse button and navigate the OS File System to the location of the upgrade file. 2. Select the upgrade file. The name of the file will appear in the Upgrade File field.
9.6 Time Setting This page allows you to set the internal clock of the ECB350. Time Manually Set Date and Time Manually specify the date and time. Automatically Get Date and Select a time zone from the drop-down list and check whether you want to...
9.7 Log This page allows you to setup Syslog and local log functions of the ECB350. Syslog Enable or disable the syslog function. Log Server IP Address Enter the IP address of the log server. Local Log Enable or disable the local log service.
9.8 Diagnostics This page allows you to analyze the connection quality of the ECB350 and trace the routing table to a target in the network. Diagnosis Target IP Enter the IP address you would like to search. Ping Packet Size Enter the packet size of each ping.
Appendix A – FCC Interference Statement Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
(e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. This radio transmitter (IC: 10103A-ECB350 / Model: ECB350) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna type, maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this user’s manual, having a gain...
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àl'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante. Le présent émetteur radio (IC: 10103A-ECB350 / Modèle: ECB350) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans...
Appendix C – CE Interference Statement Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: EN60950-1:2006 A11:2009+A1:2010 Safety of Information Technology Equipment EN50385 : 2002...
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This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 – 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France. 0560 Česky [Czech] [Jméno výrobce] tímto prohlašuje, že tento [typ zařízení] je ve shodě...
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Latviski [Latvian] Ar šo [name of manufacturer / izgatavotāja nosaukums] deklarē, ka [type of equipment / iekārtas tips] atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem. Lietuvių [Lithuanian] Šiuo [manufacturer name] deklaruoja, kad šis [equipment type] atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
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