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RadioLAN manual Discovering Wireless Nodes Within the DockLINK’s Data Range

Models: DockLINK

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Discovering Wireless Nodes Within the DockLINK’s Data Range

The DockLINK dynamically discovers wireless nodes as they enter into the DockLINK’s data range. Each time the DockLINK discovers a Wireless Node, it places the node’s MAC Address into an internal database. Alternatively, the DockLINK removes MAC Addresses for wireless nodes that leave the DockLINK’s data range.

The NODE DISCOVERY page displays wireless nodes that are currently within data range of the DockLINK. Nodes found on this screen are connected to the local station using the DockLINK as a bridge. The page displays a table with two main tabs:

∙Station List

∙Connectivity

Figure 13: Node Discovery Network

Information Page: Station List Tab

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RadioLAN manual Discovering Wireless Nodes Within the DockLINK’s Data Range

Contents

890-010 12/04/98 Wireless Local Area Network DockLINK User GuideNotices FCCID MCIPUNIIT Low Power Communication Device TransmitterFCC Rule Parts Frequency MHzDisclaimer SMALL CAPITAL LETTERS describe Screen Names or Screen Tab Names Trademark DisclosuresManual Conventions Using the DockLINK Manager Table of ContentsTable of Contents Quick Installation StepsManaging the DockLINK Locally Recording Important System InformationAppendix A Indicators, Switches, and Connectors TroubleshootingSerial Port connector Appendix B Technical SpecificationsFigure 1 The DockLINK and Radio Unit IntroductionTransform a 10BaseT Network Node into a Wireless Network Station Designed for Simplicity Adding Security to the Wireless Network StationBrowser Requirements Local ManagementSystem Requirements Figure 3 Quick Installation Steps Quick Installation StepsTo Test the Antenna Placement Designing Your System Figure 4 Testing Data Range Testing the Data RangeFigure 5 Network Requirements Installing the DockLINKGood Bad Locating the Radio UnitDo this Do not do thisFigure 7 Connecting the DockLINK Connecting the DockLINKFigure 8 Setting the MDI/MDI-X Switch Connect the DockLINK Initial IP Address SetupFigure 9 Quick Configuration 2. Connect the Radio Unit to the DockLINK Optional Configuration Disk The DockLINK Manager Using the DockLINK ManagerLogging Onto the DockLINK Manager Accessing the DockLINK with the BrowserPasswordBlank User NameEnter User Name Enter PasswordProduct ID Figure 11 The Main Menu DockLINK Manager LayoutFigure 12 The Main Page Figure 13 Node Discovery Network Information Page Station List Tab Discovering Wireless Nodes Within the DockLINK’s Data RangeName Station ListAddress TypeTable 1 Link Quality Ratings LinkScore ColorName ConnectivityLink Figure 14 Node Discovery Network Information Page Connectivity TabUser Logon Name Fields Setting Up Security FeaturesThe User Password and Retype Password Fields Reload Use DefaultIP Parameters Subnet Mask Default Gateway IP AddressIP Address DHCP Operation Modes Disabled Radio ButtonDownload System Software Only Radio Button Acquire system IP Only Radio ButtonDownload System Software and Save It Radio Button DHCP Server IP AddressDock Mode Setting the DockLINK’s Mode of OperationData Encryption Enabled Check Box Securing the DockLINK with Data EncryptionThis selection enables or disables Data Encryption on Figure 18 Data Encryption PageFigure 19 10BaseT Port Parameters Page Setting up10BaseT Port ParametersBlock IP Packets MAC Address FilterEdit Button Block NetBEUI Packets Block NetBIOS PacketsBlock IPX Packets Port Name Radio Port ParametersSubnet ID Unchecked Disables MAC Address filteringMAC Address Filter EditBlock IPX Packets Block IP Packets890-010 12/04/98 PageBlock NetBEUI Packets Block NetBIOS Packets890-010 12/04/98 PageFigure 21 The Console Parameters Page Setting the Baud Rate for the Local PortFigure 22 MAC Address Table Managing Packet Flow through the DockLINKSource/Dest MAC AddressMask Bytes Adding MAC Filters Accept/RejectDeleting MAC Filters Modifying MAC FiltersInterrogating DockLINK for Performance Information Figure 23 10BaseT Port Statistics Page Checking 10BaseT Port StatisticsTotal Packets Transmitted CRC Error Packets Total Error PacketsCollision Error Packets Total Packets ReceivedChecking Radio Port Statistics Pressing the button resets all counters on this page toThe page has two major sections ∙ Packet Transmission ∙ Packet ReceptionPacket Transmission The Packet Transmission stores information about packets that are sent from the DockLINK to wireless stations on the networkTotal Packets Transmitted Average Transmit Rate Packets/SecPacket Reception The Packet Reception indicates the DockLINK’s ability to receive packets from distant wireless stationsTotal Packets Received Average Receive Rate Packets/SecUpgrading System Software ∙ Upgrade TFTP server radio button not used ∙ File to Upload field ∙ Upgrade from file radio buttonUpgrade from File ∙ Browse button ∙ Upload buttonAddress field. Do not use this selection with DockLINK Upgrading from a TFTP ServerSet TFTP Server IP Address System Software File Name∙ Save All Changes and Reset radio button Saving or Rejecting Configuration Setting Changes∙ Reload Last Saved Configuration radio button ∙ Reset Configuration to Factory Default radio buttonReset Configuration to Factory Default Radio Button Reload Last Saved Configuration Radio ButtonFigure 28 Reset Page Resetting the DockLINKFigure 29 Ping Radio Port Page Testing DockLINK Connectivity to the Wireless NetworkSetting the Frames to Send Setting the Address Setting the Frame SizeFrames Sent Frames AckedAvg Retrans Success %Start Button Stop ButtonProduct Name Recording Important System InformationSystem Name System ContactRadio Port MAC Address Default Gateway10BaseT Port MAC Address Subnet IDSystem Software Version Boot Software VersionSystem Software File Name Hardware RevisionError No Viewing the System LogError Message TaskFigure 33 Connecting the VT-100 Terminal to the DockLINK Managing the DockLINK LocallySignal Description Signal DescriptionDB-9F RJ11DockLINK Local Management Prompt Configuring the DockLINK for use in the Dock ModeFor more information, see Station NameSerial Number Logging onto the DockLINK Configuration ScreenEnter User Name The Enter User Name field is an entry field where you enter your user name to gain access to the configuration and diagnostic screens. Only entries matching those programmed into the SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ACCESS S ECURITY MENU are allowed access to the programEnter Password System Features Using the Main MenuNode Discovery Figure 35 The Main MenuDiagnostics System ConfigurationSystem Statistics System StatusAdministration Parameters Working with the System Configuration MenuFigure 38 System Configuration Menu IP ParametersSNMP Parameters Port ParametersFigure 39 Port Parameters Menus Configuration Changes Access SecuritySystem Operation Mode CONFIGURATION - ACCESS SECURITY MENU on page 74 for more informationUser Password Configuration Manager Menu ItemsMenu Name Menu ItemMenu Name Default Gateway IPMenu Item Refer toDock Mode DHCP Operation ModeData Encryption Mode Menu NameMenu Name Enable EncryptionMenu Item Refer toMenu Item Menu NameRefer to Port NameMenu Item Menu NameRefer to Source or DestinationMenu Name Download ModeMenu Item Refer toMenu Name Save All ConfigurationMenu Item Refer toMenu Name ConfigurationsMenu Item Refer toMenu Item Menu NameRefer to Perform PingMenu Item Menu NameRefer to System InformationProblem No traffic passed TroubleshootingIndicators Problem Radio Range seems less than it should be Glossary Access Point Agent Client StationDHCP Server DNS Domain Gateway IP Address MAC Address Manager MIB Node Ping PacketsRouting Subnet Mask TCP/IPIndicators Appendix A Indicators, Switches, and ConnectorsPower LED Fault LEDStatus LEDs MDI/MDI-X switch10BaseT connector IO ConnectorsSignal Description Serial Port connectorSignal Description DB-9FElectrical Specifications Appendix B Technical SpecificationsNetwork Protocol Standards SupportEnvironmental Specifications Physical SpecificationsDimensions WeightElectromagnetic Emissions Safety Agency ApprovalsMeets requirement of FCC Part 15, subparts A and B, Class A EN55 022 CISPR 221985, Class AGetting Technical Support Index Page Page Page IP ASSIGN Utility · 14, 15 location guidelines · 7 prerequisites · Page Page Page Page setting up · 25 serial devices ·890-010 12/04/98 Page wireless nodes · 21 wireless stations · adding · wireless networks optimal spacing ·protecting from unauthorized users · 3 setting up · 7 testing data range ·455 De Guigne Drive Sunnyvale, CA Phone 408 Fax 408 RadioLAN