PW600 Manual RevC
PW600 Manual RevC
PW600 Manual RevC
TM
PacketWave 600
070-20000750-01 Rev C, August 2004
Series
Copyright 2004 by Aperto Networks All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change. Aperto, PacketWave, and WaveCenter are trademarks of Aperto Networks. All other trademarks used herein are the property of their respective owners. Aperto Networks 1637 South Main Street Milpitas, CA 95035 USA Phone: 408.719.9977 Fax: 408.719.9970 www.apertonet.com
REGULATORY INFORMATION
FCC PART 15
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: this device may not cause harmful electromagnetic interference, and this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operations.
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RF Exposure Notice
The installer shall mount all transmit antennas so as to comply with the limits for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) fields per paragraph 1.1307 of FCC regulations. The FCC requirements incorporate limits for Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) in terms of electric field strength, magnetic field strength, and power density. CAUTION: 5.8 GHz UNII To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, antennas used for this device must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 1.5m from all persons to satisfy RF exposure compliance.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 Cet appareil numrique de la classe A est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada
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Preface
This manual documents the installation, configuration, and operation of the PacketWave 600 Series of Base Station and Subscriber Equipment with software release 5.
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CAUTION:
This format is used to indicate the possibility of system or equipment operation problems.
Items of special importance will be formatted and marked by a pointing-hand icon, as this paragraph is.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
REGULATORY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Preface
Scope of This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intended Audience for this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Conventions Used in This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Cautions and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v v vi vii
Chapter 1. Overview
PacketWave 600 Series Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outdoor Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Multiple Base Station Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ordering Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indoor Unit LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Management Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aperto Installation Manager (AIM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Web GUI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SNMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Command Line Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upgrade Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Logon Levels (User Names) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PacketWave 600 System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic Frequency Selection (AFS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bandwidth Allocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . QoS (Quality of Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Event Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Frequency Scanning Application (FSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-6 1-6 1-6 1-6 1-7 1-7 1-8 1-8 1-10 1-10
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Adding or Modifying a Classifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14 Deleting a Classifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16 Default Best Effort Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16 Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18 Device Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18 Reset SU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18 Upload Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18 Fault Reporting Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19 Event Log Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19 E-mail Configuration Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20 Status Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21 Performance Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24 Debug Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Appendix A. Specifications
Bridge (Indoor Unit) Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radio/Antenna (Outdoor Unit) Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1 A-2
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Overview
The PacketWave 600 Series of wireless bridges provide high-speed, cost-effective links for point-to-point applications. With unprecedented interference resilience and minimal spectrum usage, they are ideal for such applications as high-speed backhaul of Wi-Fi hot-spot networks, higher-capacity alternatives to T1/E1 connections, and building-to-building connections in enterprise environments. Like other PacketWave products, the PacketWave 600 Series employ Apertos unique OptimaLink technologythe ability to change various PHY and MAC parameters on a burstby-burst basisto ensure a spectrally efficient link with the robustness to handle a wide variety of interference conditions. Features of the PacketWave 600 Series include: 20 Mbps data rate per 6 MHz channel, with 12 Mbps net throughput. Support for 2.5, 3.5, and 5.8 GHz frequency bands. High interference immunity. Optional automatic frequency selection to minimize the effect of interference. Exceptional wireless rangeup to approximately 35 to 50 miles (55 to 80 km), depending on frequency band. Outdoor radio units with connectorized output for high-gain antennas to extend the range of the wireless link. Synchronization between units, allowing colocation of up to 12 bridges. Management via Web-based GUI and SNMP.
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Figure 1-1
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Outdoor Units
The outdoor portion of the equipment consists of a radio and a separate antenna. Different models of the radio unit support various frequency bands: 2.5 GHz (24 dBi gain) 3.5 GHz (26 dBi gain) 5.8 GHz (23 or 28 dBi gain) Outdoor units mount easily on an office roof or on a tower. Depending on distance, a lineof-sight path may not be required for establishment of a wireless link between the subscriber and the base station. PacketWaves OptimaLink technology minimizes the effects of obstructions in the path between the subscriber antenna and the base station antenna.
Indoor Unit
The Indoor Unit is a bridge with following interfaces. 10/100Base-T: auto-negotiation with 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN. Radio IF: radio signal and power for the Outdoor Unit. Radio Control: control signal for the Outdoor Unit. Rs-232: serial port for PC/terminal accessing Command Line Interface (CLI). Sync: for synchronizing multiple co-located units (PacketWave 620 only). The standard Indoor Unit is a rack-mountable unit powered from an AC wall plug (120 or 220 volts).
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Ordering Options
PacketWave 600 options specified at time of ordering include: Radio frequency Power cord (various international standards supported)
Front-Panel LEDs
Indications
Green when BSU is receiving power and has not failed boot diagnostics.
Amber if boot diagnostic failure or radio problem. Red if BSU is in power-up stage. Off if BSU not receiving power.
Tx Rx Status
Blinks on wireless transmit activity. Blinks on wireless receive activity. Off: BSU is not operational. Slow blink: Problem detected with the radio or the connection to it. Fast Blink: BSU in ranging process. On: BSU operational. Blinks on Ethernet transmit activity. Blinks on Ethernet receive activity. On when Ethernet link is up; Off when it is down. Green when BSU is providing framing signal. Flashing Green when BSU is receiving framing signal. Flashing Red when BSU is being reset or is seeking the master framing
Tx Rx Link
Sync
signal.
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Chapter 1. Overview
Management Software
Software for the PacketWave 600 Series includes several built-in management interfaces, plus management applications provided on the products CD-ROM for installation on Microsoft Windows PCs.
Web GUI
For real-time configuration and monitoring of the PacketWave 600 System, PacketWave 620 BSUs and PacketWave 610 SUs support a graphical user interface (GUI) accessible via the IP network using a standard Web browser (Internet Explorer 5.0 or later). The Web GUI includes network views, configuration tables, status reports, performance statistics, event logs, and control utilities. Instructions for using the BSU and SU Web GUI are presented in Chapter 4 and Chapter 5, respectively. When configuration changes are first submitted via the Web GUI, they affect only the units operating configuration. If the unit is reset, these configuration changes will be lost. Configuration changes can be made permanent by saving them to the units permanent configuration in non-volatile memory.
SNMP
Each PacketWave 600 unit includes an SNMP agent supporting the following MIBs: SNMP MIB (RFC 1157) MIB II (RFC 1213) Aperto private MIB The complete MIBs are provided on the PacketWave 600 CD-ROM. SNMP supports the same configuration and monitoring functionality as the Web GUIs, except for graphical presentation of performance and status. In addition, the SNMP agents support trap reporting. Trap-reporting parameters can be specified via the Web GUI as well as via SNMP.
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Upgrade Manager
An Upgrade Manager (SUM) is provided for loading new software into PacketWave 600 units. The Upgrade Manager software is included on the PacketWave distribution CD, along with instructions for using it.
Security
The interfaces described above are protected by the same set of logon levels (user names) and passwords.
Passwords
Logon levels have the following default passwords: For the ISP logon level, the default password is isp. For the Subscriber logon level, the default password is subscriber. To provide effective security, these passwords should be changed as soon as practical. Passwords can be changed via the Aperto Installation Manager, the Web GUI, SNMP, and the command line interface (CLI). Passwords are case-sensitive, meaning that lowercase and uppercase letters are not considered to be the same. Thus, SUBSCRIBER and Subscriber and subscriber are three different passwords.
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Wireless Link
10/100Base-T Ethernet
10/100Base-T Ethernet
Figure 1-2
When interference degrades performance to a specified level, the BSU will automatically shift the link to a frequency providing s atisfactory performance using QPSK. The frequency can also be switched on command.
NOTE: Automatic frequency switching by the BSU is based on the quality of the received signal. Therefore, there will be no automatic switching if signal degradation occurs in the transmit direction (to the SU) only. In such a case, switching will need to be initiated by a management command.
To provide resilience to equipment failure, the 20 frequencies may be divided between multiple BSUs. If the link to its current BSU fails, the Subscriber Unit will automatically switch to an alternate BSU.
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Bandwidth Allocation
Division of the wireless link into downstream and upstream channels is configurable, with the following options: 70% downstream / 30% upstream 60% downstream / 40% upstream 50% downstream / 50% upstream See Wireless System Configuration on page 4-11 for details. In addition, bandwidth can be allocated to separate lower-priority and higher-priority channels as described in the next section.
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Upstream and downstream classifiers are separately configured. The PacketWave 600 System supports up to four upstream and four downstream classifiers. Traffic which does not meet the specifications of any of the classifiers is assigned to the best effort service flow. QoS operation of the PacketWave 600 System is summarized in Table 1-B. Figure 1-3 and Figure 1-4 show details for low latency and best effort service flows.
Table 1-B
QoS Mode Low Latency Normal
Figure 1-3
Figure 1-4
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Event Reporting
PacketWave 600 Series Units offer several means of reporting equipment events: E-mail messages The Indoor Unit can be configured (via the Web GUI or SNMP) to report events via e-mail to specified addresses. SNMP traps The Indoor Units SNMP agent supports trap reporting. Trapreporting parameters can be specified via the Web GUI or SNMP. Event log A historical event log can be presented on request via the Web GUI.
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Hardware Installation
This chapter provides instructions for physical installation of the PacketWave 600 Series equipment.
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To mount an Outdoor Unit on a pole: 1. Determine the location and position in which the radio will be installed, making sure that the cable connections are on the bottom of the installed radio. The radio may be damaged or may not operate properly if the radio is not oriented so that cable connections are on the bottom.
WARNING:
2. 3. 4.
Loosen the pole clamp bolt and open the pole clamp. Close the pole clamp around the pole. Tighten the pole clamp bolt until the Outdoor Unit is secured in position.
Figure 2-1
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Figure 2-2
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WARNING:
Each PacketWave 610 and PacketWave 620 is required to have lightning protection. Instructions and a specific example of lightning protection equipment are contained in the document entitled Surge Protection for PacketWave Products included on the CD shipped with the equipment. (If the document is not available, contact Aperto Customer Service.) Failure to follow the instructions will void your equipment warranty.
Grounding Clamp
Figure 2-3
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To properly ground the PacketWave 620/610 equipment: 1. 2. 3. 4. Locate the installed lug on the back of the Outdoor Unit. (See Figure 2-4.) Provide a proper grounding conductor (NEC Section 810-21) long enough to reach from the Outdoor Unit to the earth ground. Attach one end of the conductor to the lug. Connect the other end of the grounding conductor to an appropriate earth ground using a grounding clamp. If you install a grounding electrode separate from the power service grounding electrode system, connect the separate electrode to the grounding system in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local electrical codes.
Figure 2-4
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These feet also provide the minimum amount of air space required for proper cooling of the unit.
CAUTION: Make sure the PacketWave 600 is mounted so that adequate air flow around the ventilation holes is provided. While the rubber feet indicate the minimum space required above the unit, at least one half RU above the PacketWave 600 is recommended for rack-mount installations.
Using the supplied brackets, mMount the PacketWave 600 where there is adequate ventilation, access to an AC power outlet, and a cable path to the radio within the limits specified in Table 2-A.
Chassis Ground
A green screw is included in the accessory kit included with the PacketWave Indoor Unit. The screw fits into a hole on the rear panel, near the power connector. Use this screw to connect an earth ground to the chassis as appropriate.
Connecting Cables
All connections other than power and chassis ground are made on the PacketWave 600 front panel, which is illustrated in Figure 2-5.
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Sync Ethernet Port Radio Control Serial CLI Port Radio Signal
Figure 2-5
Cable connections at a PacketWave 620 or 610 site include: Ethernet connection to the Indoor Unit Interconnection of co-located PW620 Indoor Units for synchronization, if applicable Connection of the Indoor Unit to the radio: - A RG-6 quad shield coaxial cable for the subscriber signal (and DC power) - A shielded outdoor-rated Cat 5 cable for controlling the radio Serial connection to the Indoor Unit for management via CLI. Standard AC power cable (provided with the unit) Ethernet and radio cable requirements are detailed in Table 2-A. Table 2-A
Connection Qty Ethernet (1) Radio Signal (1)
* Specific models of cables are listed in a document entitled Cables for PacketWave Products, included on the CD shipped with the equipment.
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2. 3. 4.
Install a male F connector at each end of the cable. Attach the cable to the female F connector on the radio, as shown in Figure 2-6. Tighten the connector until the cable is firmly secured, but do not overtighten. Attach the cable to the Radio IF connector on the Indoor Unit as illustrated in Figure 2-7. The Radio Control connector of the Indoor Unit has the same physical appearance as the 10/100Base-T connector. Make sure you connect to the right one.
5.
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Figure 2-7
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2.
To Ethernet
Figure 2-8
Figure 2-9
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CAUTION:
Connecting the sync cable while BSUs are powered up will cause the units to reboot.
To synchronize multiple co-located PacketWave 620 BSUs: 1. 2. Construct a coaxial cable with a BNC connector at each end for the first and last BSUs, plus a BNC T-connector for each additional BSU. Connect the cable to the Sync connectors on all BSUs, as shown in Figure 2-10.
T connector
Figure 2-10
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Connecting Power
CAUTION: Always make cable connections before applying power to the Indoor Unit, and always power off the Indoor Unit before connecting or disconnecting cables.
The PacketWave 600 includes a three-prong AC power connector on the rear panel. An AC power cord is supplied with each Indoor Unit. The PacketWave 600 supports various internation wall socket standards; verify that the cord you have is correct for your location. To apply power to the PacketWave 600, simply plug the cord into the receptacle on the rear panel of the Indoor Unit and then into a standard grounded power outlet. A UPS or power conditioner is required for reliability. There is no on-off switch; disconnecting the power cable is the standard way to remove power from the Indoor Unit.
Fuse
The AC power supply is protected by a fuse in a holder next to the power connector on the rear panel of the Indoor Unit. For the United States and other locations using 110 V AC power, the fuse is a 10 A, 250 V time-lag high-breaking fuse, 5 x 20 mm, such as the Bussmann S505-10A. Should this fuse blow, determine and correct the cause (if possible). Then replace the fuse as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Disconnect the Indoor Units power cord. Remove the fuse holder. Remove the fuse from the clips that hold it, and verify that the fuse has blown. Place a new fuse in the clips. Snap the fuse holder into the opening in the rear panel. Reconnect the Indoor Units power cord.
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Software Installation/Configuration
This chapter provides instructions for using the PacketWave Aperto Installation Manager (AIM) software to initially configure the PacketWave Series 600 equipment, optimize antenna pointing, and test the wireless link. With the AIM application, you do not have to guess at the optimal signal level, nor do you need expensive equipment. The PacketWave 600 series not only helps you get the best signal, but also includes standard communication tests to ensure the equipment is working properly.
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Many of the AIM screens show an Import CM database button at the bottom. This option does not apply to the PacketWave 600 System, which does not use the Configuration Manager application for configuration.
The AIM includes different steps and windows for the PacketWave 610 and PacketWave 620 equipment. When the AIM is run, it automatically determines the model of Indoor Unit to which it is connected and proceeds appropriately.
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Figure 3-1
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Figure 3-2
Each subsequent time the AIM is opened, the password defined as described above must be entered. The prompt for a new password will not be repeated. WARNING: Once the new password has been selected, it cannot be changed via the AIM. Therefore, be careful not to lose the password.
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Figure 3-3
4.
Click on the Next>> button at the bottom of the window. The AIM will begin communications with the PW620, reading the model of the Indoor Unit to determine subsequent steps. If the PC and the PW620 are not connected properly, you will see the warning shown in Figure 3-4.
Figure 3-4
5.
If there is no communication error, the Installation Option window will be displayed, as shown in Figure 3-5. This window presents five options: Setup allows PacketWave 620 operating parameters to be viewed/changed. Use this option for doing a normal system installation. Link Status displays graphs of the status of the wireless link. Provision allows basic configuration by a service provider before installation. Radio Diagnostics allows radio transmit and received tests to be performed. Frequency Scanning allows the FSA (Frequency Scanning Application) described under Frequency Scanning Application (FSA) on page 1-10 to be run.
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Figure 3-5
Figure 3-6
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6.
Select Setup; then click on the Next>> button at the bottom of the window. The PW620 Configuration window will be displayed, as shown in Figure 3-6. The PW620 Configuration window shows the configuration retrieved from the attached Indoor Unit. The MAC address should be the same as recorded on the label on the back of the Indoor Unit.
NOTE: If you have any reason to believe the configuration displayed is not correct, click on the <<Previous button and then on the Next>> button to return to this screen with refreshed data.
7.
In the Configuration window, select the frequency band of the wireless link from the drop-down menu. (This selection must match the frequency band of the PacketWave Outdoor Unit.) With the General tab selected in the Configuration window as shown in Figure 3-6, configure the following parameters as appropriate: a. In the Frequency (MHz) field, select the center frequency for the wireless link from the pull-down menu. You will need to determine an appropriate center frequency prior to performing this configuration. Aperto has no way of suggesting a default value appropriate to your area. As soon as you finish configuring the PacketWave 620, it will begin transmitting on the selected frequency. b. c. In the SBS Name field, enter a name for the PW620. (SBS stands for Synchronized Base Station, another name for the PW620 BSU.) Specify the appropriate IP address, Subnet mask, and Default gateway for the PacketWave 620. It is important to remember that the IP subnet you choose must include unique addresses for the PacketWave 610 and PacketWave 620.
8.
9.
If Automatic Frequency Selection (AFS) is desired, you can click on the Configure other frequencies button. To make antenna aligning easier, however, Aperto recommends that you specify additional frequencies for the PW620 via the Web GUI after antenna alignment has been performed. (See Wireless Interface Configuration on page 5-11 for instructions.) Enabling AFS during initial setup using the AIM will mean that the PacketWave 620 will be likely to switch frequencies every 2 minutes during antenna alignment, making the procedure very difficult.
CAUTION:
If you nevertheless choose to configure AFS using the AIM, click on the Configure other frequencies button. The AFS Frequencies window will open as shown in Figure 3-7. Enter additional frequencies as desired; AFS is enabled whenever at least one other frequency is specified. Click OK when done.
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Figure 3-7
Figure 3-8
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10.
In the Configuration window, click on the Advanced tab to view additional configuration options as shown in Figure 3-8. Configure the following parameters as appropriate: a. In the SBS Id field, specify an identifier for the PacketWave 620.
NOTE: The AIM maintains a data base of all configured PacketWave units, using each units MAC address to uniquely identify it. The AIM requires a unique SBS (Synchronized Base Station) ID for each PacketWave 620 in its data base.
b.
c. d.
In the Regulatory power limits section, specify the country or the power limits in dBm as appropriate. If you are unsure, stick with the default selections. In the Frame info section, use the drop-down menus to select the Channel width, Frame size, Cell radius (i.e., wireless link distance, rounded up to the nearest multiple of 10 km), and Dn/Up stream ratio (i.e., the ratio of downstream to upstream traffic on the link). If you are unsure, stick with the default selections.
11.
When you have finished specifying configuration parameters, click on the Next>> button. The AIM will send the chosen configuration parameters to the PacketWave 620, then display the Installation Result window as show in Figure 3-9. If you are ready to close the AIM, click on the Exit button. The AIM will prompt for confirmation that you really want to exit.
12.
Figure 3-9
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If you wish to view Link Status, click on the Previous button until the Install Option window is displayed, as shown in Figure 3-5. Then view the Link Status as described under Viewing Link Status on page 3-20. The high-speed bridge mode technology of the PacketWave 600 Series causes the Indoor Unit to remember the device connected to its LAN port. Thus, when you use the AIM to configure the PW620, the PW620 registers that the PC is connected to its LAN interface. If you use the same PC to run the AIM on the PW610, the same IP addresses will appear on both the LAN and wireless interfaces of the PW620. IP connections time out in 1 hour if there is no activity. If you wish to use the same PC to run the AIM application on the both of the PacketWave 600 units (PW620 & PW610) within the same hour, it is best to disconnect the PC and power-cycle the PW620 Indoor Unit.
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The Configuration window will be displayed, as shown in Figure 3-12. The Configuration window shows the configuration retrieved from the attached Indoor Unit. The MAC address should be the same as recorded on the label on the back of the Indoor Unit. (If you chose the Continue with setup option in the Install Option window, the Configuration window will show only the MAC address.)
NOTE: If you have any reason to believe the configuration displayed is not correct, click on the <<Previous button and then on the Next>> button to return to this screen with refreshed data.
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In the Configuration window, select the frequency band of the wireless link from the drop-down menu. (This selection must match the frequency band of the radio and the PacketWave 620.) With the General tab selected in the Configuration window as shown in Figure 3-12, configure the following parameters as appropriate: a. In the Frequency (MHz) field, enter the center frequency for the wireless link. You will need to determine an appropriate center frequency prior to performing this configuration. Aperto has no way of suggesting a default value appropriate to your area. As soon as you finish configuring the PacketWave 610, it will begin transmitting on the selected frequency. b. c. In the Customer name field, enter a name to identify this PW610 unit. Specify the appropriate IP address, Subnet mask, and Default gateway for the PacketWave 610. It is important to remember that the IP subnet you choose must include unique addresses for the PacketWave 610 and PacketWave 620. If the PacketWave 610 and PacketWave 620 are not on the same subnet, the AIM ping and throughput tests will not complete.
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NOTE: Unlike for the PW620, specifying additional frequencies for the PW610 will not adversely affect antenna alignment. This is because the PW610 antenna alignment includes a quick scan option which forces the PW610 to remain on the primary frequency. However, it may be more convenient to specify frequencies via the Web GUU as described under Wireless Interface Configuration on page 4-12.
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In the Configuration window, click on the Advanced tab to view additional configuration options as shown in Figure 3-14. Configure the following parameters as appropriate: a. b. In the AP ID field, enter the SBS ID of the PacketWave 620 with which this PacketWave 610 communicates. Select the Polarization/Antenna Diversity from the drop-down menu. This entry must be coordinated with the entry for the PacketWave 620 as follows: If the PW620 is set to Vertical, set the PW610 to Vertical. If the PW620 is set to Horizontal, set the PW610 to Horizontal. If the PW620 is set to Vertical with diversity or Horizontal with diversity, set the PW610 to Diversity. c. In the Channel width field, select the appropriate channel width from the drop-down menu. If you are unsure, stick with the default selection.
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begin the alignment step and do not terminate it successfully, the PacketWave 610 will retain the temporary IP address and subnet, not the address and subnet specified in the Configuration window. 14. When configuration downloading is complete, the PacketWave 610 will be reset and will go into antenna alignment mode. The AIM will automatically proceed to the Alignment window shown in Figure 3-15.
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To align the antennas: 1. Proceeding from the last step in the previous section (Configuring the PacketWave 610 Subscriber Unit), prepare to adjust the PacketWave 610s antenna. Alternatively, the alignment procedure can be initiated by connecting the PC to the PacketWave 610 Indoor Unit, opening the AIM, and using the Continue with setup selection on the Install Option window (Figure 3-10) to proceed to the Alignment window (Figure 3-15). 2. If AFS has been enabled for the PacketWave 610 (i.e., if multiple frequencies have been specified in the AFS Frequencies window shown in Figure 3-13), click on Quick scan in the Alignment window so that it is checked as shown in Figure 3-15. This will force the PacketWave 610 to remain on the primary (target) frequency. While viewing the graph shown in Figure 3-15, move the antenna to maximize the signal strength as shown on the graph. Values greater than -82 dBm will work in 16QAM. Values greater than -89 dBm will work in QPSK.
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Once the SIGNAL INDICATOR value is maximized, click on the View SNR button to display the full window as shown in Figure 3-16. SNR (signal-to-noise ratio) values in the red area are not good; values in the yellow area are acceptable; values in the green area are best. (However, an SNR of 10 dB, definitely in the red area, has been successful at the lowest speed.) Adjust the antenna again until the signal strength and SNR are the best you can get. Then secure the antenna in that position. After adjusting the PacketWave 610s antenna, prepare to adjust the PacketWave 620s antenna. Repeat steps 3 through 5, this time adjusting the PacketWave 620s antenna. When both antennas have been aligned, click on the Finish button in the Alignment window. A series of pop-up windows will display, showing the progress of the application. The PacketWave equipment must perform automatic transmission strength and radio gain, become operational, and perform IP stability testing before the application is complete. a. First, parameters are sent to the PacketWave 610; then the unit is reset and the antenna alignment flag is set. This takes a few minutes of time, during which the window shown in Figure 3-17 will be displayed.
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It is important to check the RF and IP transmission results to see if you have the best possible wireless connection. If the results are not acceptable, perform the following steps to repeat the alignment process: a. b. c. Click on the Previous button until the Install Option window (Figure 3-10) is displayed. Choose Continue with setup and proceed to the Alignment window shown in Figure 3-15. Repeat the alignment procedure until the RF and IP transmission results are satisfactory.
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The Provision option on the PW610 Install Options window allows service providers to configure PacketWave 600 equipment at the office or distribution center before delivery to the field for installation. To provision a PacketWave 620: 1. Connect a PC on which the AIM software has been loaded to the PacketWave 20 and start the AIM application as described in steps 1 through 5 under Configuring the PacketWave 620 Base Station Unit on page 3-4. At the Install Option window (Figure 3-5), select Provision and click on the Next>> key. The PW610 Configuration window will be displayed, as shown in Figure 3-6. Perform steps 7 through 10 under Configuring the PacketWave 620 Base Station Unit on page 3-4. When you have finished specifying configuration parameters, click on the Next>> button. The AIM will send the chosen configuration parameters to the PacketWave 620. When configuration is complete, a Provision Results window will be displayed as shown in Figure 3-23.
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To provision a PacketWave 610: 1. Connect a PC on which the AIM software has been loaded to the PacketWave 610 and start the AIM application as described in steps 1 through 5 under Configuring the PacketWave 610 Subscriber Unit on page 3-10. At the Install Option window (Figure 3-10), select Provision and click on the Next>> key. The PW610 Configuration window will be displayed, as shown in Figure 3-11. Perform steps 7 through 12 under Configuring the PacketWave 610 Subscriber Unit on page 3-10. When you have finished specifying configuration parameters, click on the Next>> button. The AIM will send the chosen configuration parameters to the PacketWave 610. When configuration is complete, a Provision Results window will be displayed, similar to the one shown in Figure 3-23.
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Figure 3-30
Frequency Scanning
You can run the PacketWave Frequency Scanning Application (FSA) at any time from the LAN port of the PacketWave 610 or 620. The FSA, described under Frequency Scanning Application (FSA) on page 1-10, can also be run from the Web GUI. Running the Frequency Scanning Application will take the PacketWave 600 out of service (i.e., no traffinc will be transmitted) for the duration of the testing. To run the FSA: 1. Connect a PC on which the AIM software has been loaded to the PacketWave 610 or 620 and start the AIM application as described in steps 1 through 5 under Configuring the PacketWave 620 Base Station Unit on page 3-4 or under Configuring the PacketWave 610 Subscriber Unit on page 3-10. At the Install Option window (Figure 3-5 or Figure 3-10), select Frequency scanning and click on the Next>> key. The Frequency Scanning Configuration window shown in Figure 3-31 will be displayed. In the Frequency Scanning Configuration window, specify: The start and end frequencies from the scan, in MHz. The step size, in MHz (1 to 5), between scanned frequencies, The length of time (interval), in seconds (1 to 5), that each frequency will be scanned.
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Base Station Unit Web GUI
Each PacketWave 620 Base Station Unit and PacketWave 610 Subscriber Unit includes a Java-based graphical user interface (GUI) which runs on a standard Web browser (Internet Explorer 5.0 or later). Functions of the Web GUI include: Viewing network connectivity. Monitoring status and performance. Reviewing configuration. Making configuration changes. Uploading configuration changes to the Base Station Unit and Subscriber Unit permanent memory. Resetting Base Station Units and Subscriber Units. This chapter describes basic operation of the PacketWave 600 Web GUI and the specifics of the Base Station Unit Web GUI.
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Select the ISP user name. (The Debug logon level is reserved for Aperto use.) Enter the correct password (case-sensitive).
NOTE: The default password is isp. For security, a different password should be defined. (Passwords can be specified via the Web GUI, SNMP, and the Aperto Installation Manager.)
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Hyperlinks
Some Web GUI pages include hyperlinks to related pages. Hyperlinks are indicated in the method defined in your browser configuration. In some cases, hyperlinks are implemented using buttons similar to the Submit button.
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Main Menu Home Configuration
Utility
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MSS BSU System Status BSU Ethernet Status BSU Radio Status SU Link Status
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Configuration Pages
The Web GUI lets you check, and in some cases alter, the configuration of the Base Station Unit. Numerous BSU configuration pages may be displayed, as indicated by the submenu at the left of the page.
System Configuration
As shown in Figure 4-3, the System Configuration page identifies: IP/Ethernet address, subnet mask, and gateway BSUs MAC address and mode Operating software and configuration files, and current boot status This page is read-only. None of the parameters shown on this page are configurable via the Web GUI.
Figure 4-3
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Administration
As shown in Figure 4-4, the Administration Configuration page allows viewing and altering of text fields related to BSU administration. These text fields can be used for whatever information system administrators deem useful. Click on the Submit button to activate any changes made on this page.
Password
The Password Configuration page, shown in Figure 4-5, allows you to change the password that is used to access the BSU when using the Web GUI, SNMP, CLI, FTP, or AIM. Enter the password exactly the same in the two fields (the password is case-sensitive). Then click the Submit button. Changes to the passwords must be saved using the Configuration Upload option in the Utility menu (page 4-18).
Ethernet
The Ethernet Configuration page, shown in Figure 4-6, shows the status, speed, and duplex mode, and allows the Ethernet Mode to be specified if necessary. In most cases, the Auto Negotiate option will enable the best mode the connected device will support. However, if Auto Negotiate does not produce the results desired, you can specify a fixed speed and duplex mode. Click the Submit button to activate any changes made on this page.
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The SNMP Configuration page, shown in Figure 4-7, the SNMP configuration page allows the viewing and altering of SNMP parameters for one or two SNMP managers: Whether traps will be generated. What SNMP manager(s) will be recognized, what access rights they will have, and the read and write community names. Click on the Submit button to activate any changes made on this page.
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The Wireless Interface Configuration page allows an operator to view and in some cases change a variety of wireless link parameters: Frequency Band The PacketWave 610 SUs frequency band; read-only. Channel Width Selectable channel width. Current Frequency The frequency currently used by the system; read-only. Target AP ID Identifier for the PacketWave 620 BSU in this particular system. (AP ID and SBS ID are the same parameter.) Target Port ID Identifier for the PacketWave 620 wireless port (always 1). Polarization Antenna polarization. PW620 and PW610 polarizations must match: - PW620 set to Vertical; PW610 set to Vertical. - PW620 set to Horizontal; PW610 set to Horizontal. - PW620 set to Vertical with diversity or Horizontal with diversity; PW610 set to Diversity. Automatic Frequency Selection (AFS) To configure AFS (described under Automatic Frequency Selection (AFS) on page 1-7), specify the AFS parameters as indicated in Table 4-B. After making any configuration chances, click Submit to implement the changes.
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AFS Parameters
Range (Defaults in Italic) (unchecked) Comments Check the box to enable AFS. (This allows AFS to be turned on and off without changing any of the AFS configuration.) Specify the minimum time of operation at a new frequency before switching again. This will be the interval at which AFS status is checked. Specify the minimum time before a switch that an imminent switch alert must be sent. Specify the minimum received error percentage and the minimum number of received bytes before the error pecentage will be deemed valid for switching. Specify the amount of time the BSU will wait for a response from the SU before switching again. Enter alternate frequencies. Typically, no more than four or five will be needed. A frequency can be listed multiple times to increase its likelihood of being selected.
Minimum notification duration Minimum error percentage Minimum switch bytes AFS SU Timeout Frequency (MHz) *
1 to 540 sec (180) 1 to 100 (5) 1,000 to 20,000 (10,000) 1 to 30 sec (60) Valid frequency in radios band (0.0)
* In most cases, no more than 4 or 5 frequencies will be needed. A frequency can be specified more than once to increase its likelihood of being selected. For optimum performance, AFS frequencies tables for the PacketWave 620 and 610 should include the same frequencies in the same order.
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Verifying SU Configuration
To verify that the PacketWave 610 SU is compatibly configured for the PacketWave 620 BSUs wireless interface, click the Verify SU Configuration button on the Wireless Interface Configuration page. This will compare BSU and SU configurations for Frequency Band, Channel Width, Center Frequency, AP ID (BSU ID), and the AFS frequency tableall of which should be the same in the BSU and SU configurations. A message will indicate whether the PacketWave 620 BSU and PacketWave 610 SU configurations match or not. If interference which cannot be mitigated with Aperto RapidBurst and OptimaLink is present, Automatic Frequency Swithing will occur as described on page 1-7. It is important to use Verify SU Configuration to ensure that the PacketWave 610 SU switches to the appropriate frequency.
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Utilities
The Utility option on the Main Menu provides access to commands for controlling PacketWave 620 base station equipment.
Device Control
The Device Control page, illustrated in Figure 4-14, allows an operator to: Reset the BSU. Turn the WSS (RF port) on or off. Upload configuration changes to the BSUs permanent memory. Initiate the Frequency Scanning Application (FSA). The Web GUI will prompt for confirmation before performing any selected functions.
Figure 4-14
Reset BSU
To reset the BSU, click on the Reset button on the Device Control page (Figure 4-14). The Web GUI will prompt for confirmation before performing the function.
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Upload Configuration
To upload configuration changes which have been made via the Web GUI to the BSUs permanent configuration file, click on the Configuration Upload button on the Device Control page (Figure 4-14). The Web GUI will prompt for confirmation before performing the function.
Figure 4-15
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To perform the FSA: 1. 2. Decide which device (BSU or SU) will run the FSA. Specify the Start and End frequencies of the FSA in the fields corresponding to the selected device. Specify the Step Size (increments in which the FSA will be performed) and the Dwell Time (seconds the BSU or SU will spend on each step) using the drop-down menus. Click Submit and wait while the FSA is performed. At the end of testing, the results will be displayed as shown in Figure 4-16. You can email test results to configured alert email receiver addresses (see E-mail Configuration on page 4-30) by returning to the FSA page and clicking on Email All Test Results. You can view previous FSA test results by clicking the View buttons on the FSA Configuration page.
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Debug
The Debug option of the Main Menu provides one option: MSS Debug, which displays the page illustrated in Figure 4-17. This page provides access to a wide range of performance data and debug commands for the BSU, providing advanced troubleshooting capabilities for dealing with unusual installation or operation problems. Select performance displays and debug commands from the Commands drop-down menu as desired. When a selection has been made, the content of the debug window will change appropriately. To update the window, click Submit.
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Status Pages
The BSU Web GUI includes the status pages shown in Figure 4-18 through Figure 4-23. These provide a snapshot of the current status of the PacketWave 620 BSU and its connected PacketWave 610 SU: System Status (Figure 4-18) Software and hardware information; system uptime and BSU state; SU and WSS counts. Ethernet Status (Figure 4-19) BSU Ethernet link status, speed, and duplex mode. Radio Status (Figure 4-20) Details of BSU radio configuration and status. SU Link Status (Figure 4-21 and Figure 4-22) IP address, modulation, FEC, polarization, and power information for the WSS and direction (upstream or downstream). On the SU Link Status Downstream page, clicking on the View Receive Power Graphs button will display continuous graphs of radio receive power (Figure 4-23). No configuration or other operation can be initiated from these pages.
NOTE: The data base used to generate these pages is updated in real time. However, the pages do not update dynamically; you must click on the Refresh button to see later status.
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Performance Pages
The BSU Web GUI provides wireless channel performance information on the pages illustrated in Figure 4-24 through Figure 4-28. The BSU Flow Statistics page (Figure 4-24) shows service flow types and packet counts for all defined service flows. Each Service Flow ID serves as a hyperlink to a Service Flow Details page (Figure 4-25), which provides detailed flow statistics about the particular service flow. A hyperlink at the bottom of the Service Flow Details page leads back to the Service Flow Summary page. The BSU System Statistics page (Figure 4-26) shows counts of packets and bytes transmitted and received on the wireless link. The RF Signal Quality page (Figure 4-27) shows RF signal performance statistics such as burst error rate and FEC error counts, and includes an option to reset error counters. For an explanation of the parameters, see Appendix B. The SU Statistics page (Figure 4-28) shows cumulative receive and transmit byte counts for the PacketWave 610 SU, with a hyperlink to the SUs Web GUI. No configuration can be initiated from these pages.
NOTE: The data base used to generate these pages is updated in real time. However, the pages do not update dynamically; you must click on the Refresh button to see later status.
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The Event Log page, shown in Figure 4-29, includes all events reported by the PacketWave 620 Base Station Unit and its connected PacketWave 610 Subscriber Unit.
NOTE: The data base used to generate the log is updated in real time. However, the pages do not update dynamically; you must click on the Refresh button to see later status.
Each Event Name in the log is a hyperlink to a definition of the event. If you click on an Event Name, an explanation of the type of event being reported will appear in a separate window. You can empty the log by clicking on the Clear All Events button.
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E-mail Configuration
As shown in Figure 4-30, the E-mail Configuration page allows the viewing and altering of E-mail event reporting parameters: Whether alarm reporting via E-mail is enabled The address of the SMTP server The BSUs E-mail domain name Reply-to and receiver E-mail addresses Whether a test E-mail will be sent when the Submit button is clicked Click on the Submit button to activate any changes made on this page.
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Subscriber Unit Web GUI
The PacketWave 610 Subscriber Unit includes a Java-based graphical user interface (GUI) which runs on a standard Web browser (Netscape 4.74 or Internet Explorer 5.0 recommended). Functions which can be performed using the Subscriber Units Web GUI include: Viewing network connectivity. Monitoring status and performance. Reviewing configuration. Making basic configuration changes. Uploading configuration changes to permanent memory. Resetting Indoor Units. Basic elements and operation of the PacketWave 600 Series Web GUI are described under Operation of the Web GUI on page 4-3.
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Figure 5-1
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Select the ISP or Subscriber user name. Debug logon is reserved. Enter the correct password (case-sensitive).
NOTE: The default passwords are isp and subscriber. For security, these passwords should be changed via the Web GUI.
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Table 5-A
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Configuration Pages
The Web GUI displays SU configuration in numerous individual pages, as indicated by the Configuration Submenu (see Figure 5-3). In addition, many configuration parameters can be changed via the Configuration pages.
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System Configuration
As shown in Figure 5-3, the system configuration page provides an overview of the Subscriber Units network and operating parameters. All parameters are read-only except: Network Access Specify whether the SU will be enabled to communicate with the BSU. (This allows an SU to be put in and out of service easily without powering it down.) Peak Data Rate Specify a peak data rate from 64 kbps to 10240 kbps (10.24 Mbps). Or enter 0 if the peak data rate will not be limited. High Priority Bandwidth Allocation Specify the bandwidth percentage allocated to high-priority traffic: 90, 80, 70, 60, or 50. This field applies only if the QoS Mode (Frame Size specified in the BSU Wireless Interface Configuration) is Normal. Customer Name If desired, enter a name for the customer/user. This page is available only at the ISP logon level.
Administration
The Administration Configuration page, shown in Figure 5-4, allows system name, location and contact information to be specified for the subscriber site. Any text entry is acceptable, subject to length limitations for each field. This page is available only at the ISP logon level.
Figure 5-4
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Password
Passwords for the ISP and Subscriber logon levels are specified on the Password Configuration page, shown in Figure 5-5. Passwords which can be defined depend on the current logon level; if logon is at the Subscriber level, only the Subscriber password fields will be displayed. The passwords are used to access the BSU when using the Web GUI, SNMP, CLI, FTP, or AIM. The password must be entered exactly the same (including case) in the two password fields to be accepted. After specifying the desired password, click Submit. The Web GUI will prompt that password storage is temporary, and that the Upload Configuration function (page 5-18) is required for making the password permanent.
Figure 5-5
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Ethernet
The Ethernet Configuration page, shown in Figure 5-6, shows the status, speed, and duplex mode of the Ethernet connection to the PacketWave 610 SU, and allows the Ethernet Mode to be specified if necessary. In most cases, the Auto Negotiate option will enable the best mode the connected device will support. However, if Auto Negotiate does not produce the results desired, you can specify a fixed speed and duplex mode. Click the Submit button to activate any changes made on this page.
SNMP Configuration
As shown in Figure 5-7, the SNMP configuration page allows the viewing and altering of SNMP parameters for one or two SNMP managers: Whether traps will be generated. What SNMP manager(s) will be recognized, what access rights they will have, and the read and write community names. Click on the Submit button to activate any changes made on this page.
Figure 5-6
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Figure 5-7
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CAUTION:
Configurable parameters on the Wireless Interface page can significantly affect the performance of the wireless link. Do not change any of these parameters unless you have a solid understanding of their purpose and why they should be changed.
After making any configuration chances, click Submit to implement the changes.
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Figure 5-8
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Classifier List
Selecting Classifier List from the Configuration submenu brings up the Classifier List page, as illustrated in Figure 5-9. The page shows all defined QoS (Quality of Service) classifiers for upstream and downstream traffic, allows new classifiers to be added, and allows existing classifiers to be deleted. QoS classifiers define high-priority traffic for the PacketWave 600 System, as described under QoS (Quality of Service) on page 1-8
Figure 5-9
Service Flow ID numbers on the Classifier List page (Figure 5-9) are hyperlinks. Clicking on an ID number brings up a Common Service Flow Parameters page, as illustrated in Figure 5-10. This read-only page lists common parameters for the selected service flow.
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Figure 5-10
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Packet Parameters Specify the parameter that will identify packets as belonging to this classifier. This can be any one of the following: - TOS type - Source IP address with subnet mask - Destination IP address with subnet mask - Source MAC address - Destination MAC address with mask - VLAN ID range A classifier will be invalid if two or more of the above are specified. To activate the classifier addition or modification, click on the Submit button. To permanently add new and/or modified classifiers to the system configuration, use the Upload Configuration function (page 5-18).
Figure 5-11
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Deleting a Classifier
To delete a classifier, click on either Delete Rule button on the Classifier List page (Figure 5-9). This will bring up the Delete Classifier page, as illustrated in Figure 5-12. Click in the Delete column so that each classifier to be deleted is marked; then click on the Submit button.
Figure 5-12
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Figure 5-14
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Utilities
The Utility option on the Main Menu provides one sub-menu option: Device Control.
Device Control
Selecting Device Control from the Utilities submenu brings up the Device Control page, illustrated in Figure 5-15. This page provides access to two important functions: Resetting the PacketWave 610 SU. Uploading configuration changes entered via the Web interface to the Subscriber Units permanent configuration.
Figure 5-15
Reset SU
To reset the PacketWave 610 SU, click on the Reset button on the Device Control page (Figure 5-15). The Web GUI will prompt for confirmation before performing the function.
Upload Configuration
To upload configuration changes which have been made via the Web GUI to the PacketWave 610 SUs permanent configuration file, click on the Configuration Upload button on the Device Control page (Figure 5-15). The Web GUI will prompt for confirmation before performing the function.
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Each Event Name in the log is a hyperlink to a definition of the event. If you click on an Event Name, an explanation of the type of event being reported will appear in a separate window. You can empty the log by clicking on the Clear All Events button.
Figure 5-16
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E-mail Page
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Status Pages
There are four status pages available via the SU Web GUI: SU System Status (Figure 5-18) Identifies the PacketWave 610 Subscriber Unit, its software and hardware, and its current uptime and operational status. SU Ethernet Status (Figure 5-19) SU Ethernet link status, speed, and duplex mode. SU Radio Status (Figure 5-20) Details of SU radio configuration and status. SU Link Status (Figure 5-22) IP address, modulation, FEC, polarization, and power information for the WSS and direction (upstream or downstream). Clicking on the View Receive Power Graphs button will display continuous graphs of radio receive power (Figure 5-22). If Receive Power Graphs do not display, it is probably because the browsers Java software for handling applets has been updated to a new version. Before the graphs can be viewed, the updated Java version must be disabled as follows: In Internet Explorer, select Internet Options from the Tools menu, click on the Advanced tab, and scroll down to the Java (Sun) category. Unclick any boxes under Java (Sun). Then close and re-open Internet Explorer.
Figure 5-18
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Figure 5-20
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Figure 5-22
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Performance Pages
The SU Web GUI provides wireless channel performance information on the pages illustrated in Figure 5-23 through Figure 5-26. The SU System Statistics page (Figure 5-23) shows counts of packets and bytes transmitted and received on the wireless link. The RF Signal Quality page (Figure 5-24) shows RF signal performance statistics such as burst error rate and FEC error counts, and includes an option to reset error counters. For an explanation of the parameters, see Appendix B. The SU Service Flow Summary page (Figure 5-25) shows service flow types and packet counts for all defined service flows. Each Service Flow ID serves as a hyperlink to a Service Flow Details page (Figure 5-26), which provides detailed flow statistics about the particular service flow. A hyperlink at the bottom of the Service Flow Details page leads back to the Service Flow Summary page.
Figure 5-23
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Figure 5-25
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Debug Page
The Debug option of the Main Menu provides one option: CPE, which displays the page illustrated in Figure 5-27. This page provides access to a wide range of performance data and debug commands for the SU, providing advanced troubleshooting capabilities for dealing with unusual installation or operation problems. Select performance displays and debug commands from the Commands drop-down menu as desired. When a selection has been made, the content of the debug window will change appropriately. To update the window, click Submit.
Figure 5-27
SU Debug Page
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Appendix
Specifications
Bridge (Indoor Unit) Specifications
Interfaces
10/100Base-T Ethernet RJ-45 connector Radio F connector; cable length up to 50 m (164 ft) with standard cable, 100 m (328 ft) with high-quality cable Radio Control shielded RJ-45 connector; cable length up to 100 m (328 ft) PacketWave 620 Synchronization BNC connector Power Requirement 100 to 240 V ac, 47 to 63 Hz Power Consumption 30 Watts for Indoor and Outdoor Unit
Management
Embedded WaveCenter agent supporting SNMP and web browser SNMP MIB (RFC 1157), MIB II (RFC 1213), Aperto Enterprise MIBs Software updates via TFTP Advanced Installation Manager Utility Facilitates configuration and antenna alignment process
LED Indicators
Power Wireless Transmit, Receive, Status LAN Link, Transmit, Receive
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Environmental
Operating Temperature 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C) Humidity 10% to 90% noncondensing
Regulatory Approvals
FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, EN 301 753, EN 01 489-4, EN 60950, EN 55022
Mounting
Clamping bracket for pole with diameter of 1.5 or 2.0 inches (3.8 or 5.1 cm) Adjustable elevation
Environmental
Operating Temperature -22 to 140 F (-30 to 60 C) Storage Temperature -40 to 257 F (-40 to 125 C) Humidity 0 to 100% Windspeed operational, 75 mph (120 km/hr); survival, 125 mph (200 km/hr)
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RF Signal Quality
Description Cumulative burst errors (uncorrectable FEC errors + No Unique Word errors) as a percentage of total bursts received. At BSU, a value of 1% in a sector is normal. Higher number may caused by problems such as interference and can degrade performance. Number of bursts with errors that are corrected by FEC (Forward Error Correction). This is a normal part of system operation. Number of bursts with errors that can not be corrected by FEC, resulting in such bursts being dropped by the system. If this number is high, the link is likely to be impaired by either low SNR (link is too long), multipath, fading, or interference. Number of burst with no unique word (an identifier in the preamble of each burst). Mainly caused by external interference and thus it reflects the quality of the channel. At BSU, a high number of No UW Count will degrade performance of the sector. It can also be caused by packet collision during Contention Request but such occurrences are rare. At SU, No UW Count can also caused by the SU being too close to the BSU, resulting in overdriving of the SU radio. This can be confirmed if Installation Manager reports signal level higher than 40dBm. In such case, the SU antenna should be pointed up toward the sky. Signal level between -45 to -83 dBm is preferred.
No Energy Count
Caused by a scheduled packet failed to arrive or arrived with power level below threshold. At BSU, this count will keep increasing as part of normal system operation. At SU, a low count number may result from fading and can be ignored if the performance is normal. However, a high count number indicates very low signal level. Installation Manager should be used to point the antenna again to make ensure proper power level.
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At the Password: prompt, enter the correct password for the specified logon level. The CLI uses the same passwords as the Web interface. The default password is isp (case-sensitive). Passwords can be changed via the WaveCenter Configuration Manager, the Web GUI, SNMP, and the CLI.
4. 5. 6. 7.
When the CLI# prompt appears, you are in the CLI. Figure C-1 shows sample CLI displays. If there is no activity on a connection for 30 minutes, the CLI will disconnect. When you are finished with the CLI, disconnect from the RS-232 Craft Port, or end the Telnet session by entering the killTelnet command or simply closing the Telnet application.
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Commands
PacketWave 600 CLI commands are defined in Table C-A. All commands are case-sensitive.
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Command Help
The CLI provides command help as follows: For a list of commands, type ? (the ? will not appear on the screen; pressing [Enter] is not necessary). The CLI will respond with a list of the available command groups. To see the specific commands in a group, type the group name followed by ? (again, the ? will not appear, and pressing [Enter] is not necessary). To display information about the use of a specific commands, including command parameters, enter the command followed by ?.
Command Entry
Commands can be entered all at once or in parts. If a partial command is typed and [Enter] is pressed, the prompt will change to include that partial command in parentheses. For example: CLI# show CLI(show)# If a partial command is typed and ? is pressed, options for the next part of the command will be listed, and the prompt will change to include that partial command following #. For example: CLI# show ? config status CLI# show In either case, the user then enters the rest of the desired command. When the prompt includes part of a command, typing [ctrl-Z] returns the CLI to the top-level CLI# prompt. - show configuration parameters - show status information
Error Messages
Error messages which may be returned by the CLI include the following: Error: Bad Command command has been entered incorrectly. Error: Invalid Parameter command parameter has been entered incorrectly. Not applicable for BSU command applies to SU CLI only. Passwords are not the same when setting a password, two password entries do not match.
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Command set dhcp_server
set isp_passwd
set su_local_cfg port 1 on set su_local_cfg port 1 off set vlan mgmt show config dhcp_server
show config frequency port <n> or all show config su_local_cfg show status system reboot killTelnet
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