WL-8000AP - Access Point AIRLIVE - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wireless Access Point
Brand	AirLive
Model	WL-8000AP
Wireless Standards	IEEE 802.11b/g
Max Data Rate	54 Mbps
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz
Channels	Up to 13 (varies by region)
Default SSID	default
Default IP Address	192.168.1.252
Default Subnet Mask	255.255.255.0
Power Supply	9V DC via included adapter
LED Indicators	Power (green), Error Status (red), Wireless Link/Act (green), LAN (green)
Interfaces	1 x 10/100 Ethernet (LAN), Reset button
Antenna	External, adjustable
Security	WEP 40/128/256-bit, WPA, WPA2 (via firmware), 802.1x, MAC address filtering
Management	Web-based GUI (HTTP)
Advanced Features	Multiple SSID, Hidden SSID, TX Power control, WMM (Video Blast), Interference Avoidance
Firmware Upgrade	Via web interface
Regulatory Certifications	FCC Part 15 Class B, CE Mark
Operating Environment	Indoor
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with dry, soft cloth; do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners
Repairability	No user-serviceable parts inside; refer to qualified service personnel

Frequently Asked Questions - WL-8000AP AIRLIVE

How do I access the AirLive WL-8000AP's web configuration interface?

Connect your computer via Ethernet to the AP. Set your PC's IP to the same subnet as the AP (e.g., 192.168.1.10). Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.1.252. The default username and password are blank.

What are the factory default settings (SSID, IP, etc.)?

Default SSID: default, Default IP: 192.168.1.252, Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0, Channel: 6, WEP: Disabled.

How do I reset the WL-8000AP to factory defaults?

Press and hold the Reset button on the rear panel for about 5 seconds until the Power LED blinks, then release. The device will reboot with factory settings.

How do I secure my wireless network on this access point?

Log into the web interface, go to Privacy page. You can enable WEP (40/128/256-bit), WPA, or 802.1x. For WPA-PSK, choose PSK String and enter a passphrase of 8-63 characters. Click Save.

What does the LED behavior indicate?

Power (green): solid when on. ErrStatus (red): solid if self-test fails. Wireless Link/Act (green): solid when associated with at least one client; blinks during data transfer. LAN (green): solid when linked to Ethernet; blinks during activity.

How can I upgrade the firmware?

Download the latest firmware from AirLive support. In the web interface, go to Download page, click Browse to select the firmware file (.bin), then click Downloading. Do not power off during upgrade.

The access point is not associating with any client. What should I check?

Ensure the client's SSID and security settings match the AP's. Check that the AP's Wireless Enable/Disable is set to Enable. Verify if MAC filtering is blocking the client's MAC address.

Can I broadcast multiple SSIDs?

Yes, enable Multiple SSID Support in the Manage page. Note: this feature requires Privacy set to WEP with Privacy off. Add up to 32-character SSIDs, then click Save and reboot.

How do I change the IP address of the AP?

Go to the IP Setting page. Disable DHCP Client to enter a static IP. Enter the desired IP, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway. Click Save and reboot if prompted.

What is the range of the WL-8000AP?

The range depends on environment. Typically indoor range is about 100-150 feet (30-45 meters) and outdoor up to 300 feet (90 meters) with line of sight. Antenna position and obstacles affect coverage.

USER MANUAL WL-8000AP AIRLIVE

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FCC Certifications

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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION:

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body.

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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Specifications are subject to change without prior notification.

Table of Content

Introduction .... 1

APPLICATION....2

PARTS NAMES AND FUNCTIONS .... 3

FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS....5

Setup 6

Configuration....7

LOGIN....7

BASIC SETUP 8

ADVANCED SETUP....9

IP SETTING....11

PRIVACY....12

MANAGE 16

DOWNLOAD....18

STATISTICS....19

INTRODUCTION

The Wireless 802.11b+g Access Point (AP) is an IEEE802.11g compliant access point. It not only provides a high transfer rate up to 54Mbps, which is almost five times faster than the already existing 11Mbps 802.11b products, but is also backward compatible with the Wireless B equipments.

The AP provides 40/128/256 bit WEP encryption, WPA and IEEE802.1x, which ensures a high level of security to protects users' data and privacy. The MAC Address control prevents the banned or unauthorized MAC Addresses from accessing your Wireless LAN. Your network security is therefore double assured.

Placed anywhere along with an Ethernet LAN, the AP allows up to 200 wireless stations within its area of coverage to access transparently to the corporate network.

The web-based configuration utility allows users to configure via web browser. Advanced setup and firmware upgrade can be done easily.

Application

Parts Names and Functions

1. Top Panel: (LED Indicators)

	LED Indicator	Color	Status
			Solid	Flashing
1	Power	Green	Turns solid green when power is applied to this device.	N/A.
2	ErrStatus		Red Turns solid device is not working properly.	When when on self-test failure occurs.
3	Wireless Link/Act.	Green	Turns solid green when connected and associated to at least a client station.	Receiving/ Sending data
4 LAN Green		—	Turns solid green when linked to a local network.	Receiving/ Sending data

Table 1: LED Indicators

2. Rear Panel: Connection Ports

	Port/button	Functions
A	9V DC	Connects to the power adapter plug
B	LAN	Connects to Ethernet
C	(Factory) RESET	Press for 5 seconds to reboot this device and restore factory settings.Performing the Factory Reset will erase all previously entered device settings.

Table 2: Connection Ports

Factory Default Settings

Setting Wireless Access Point
Device Name Wireless AP
SSID	Default	value:
Channel	6
WEP	Default	value:
IP Address	192.168.1.252

ovislink

Disabled

SETUP

Note: Before your starting hardware connection, you are advised to find an appropriate location to place the Access Point. Usually, the best place for the Access Point is at the center of your wireless network, with line of straight to all your wireless stations. Also, remember to adjust the antenna; usually the antenna is placed higher, the performance will be better.

1. Connect to your local area network:

Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of this Wireless Access Point, and the other end to a hub, switch, router, or another wireless access point.

2. Power on the device:

Connect the included AC power adapter to the Wireless Access Point's power port and the other end to a wall outlet.

Check the LEDs:

The Power, Wireless Link/Act. and LAN should be ON. Wireless Link/Act. and LAN will blink if the data is being transmitted or received.

3. Configure your PC:

Make sure your local PC(s) has wireless network adapter installed.

Login

1. Start your computer. Connect an Ethernet cable between your computer and the Wireless Access Point.
2. Make sure your wired station is set to the same subnet as the Wireless Access Point, i.e. 192.168.1.10
3. Start your WEB browser. In the Address box, enter the following:

HTTP://192.168.1.252

Address

http://www.192.168.1.252

The configuration menu includes: Basic Setup, Advanced Setup, IP Setting, Privacy, Manage, Download, and Statistics. The details for the configuration menu are described as follows.

Basic Setup

The Setup page displays baci local and WLAN settings for the AP and enable you to change the settings.

FW Version	The current version of the firmware installed in this device.
SW Version	The current version of the software installed in this device.
Wireless
Enable/Disable AP	Enable/Disable Click to enable/disable the AP.
Domain	The AP's domain determines the channel number.
MAC address/BSSID	The AP's MAC address/BSSID. BSSID displays the ID of current BSS, which uniquely identifies each BSS. It is also the MAC address of this Access Point.
SSID	SSID is the unique name shared among all points in your wireless network. It is case-sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters. It must be identical for all points in the network. Make sure that all points in the network are the same.
Channel	The number of channels supported depends on the region of this Access Point. All stations communicating with the Access Point must use the same channel.
Save	After completing the settings, Click Save to save the settings.
Cancel	Click Cancel to discard the data you have entered since last time you press Save.

Advanced Setup

It is not recommended that settings in this page to be changed unless advanced users want to change to meet their wireless environment for optimal performance.

Beacon Period	Beacon Period is the amount of time between beacon transmissions. Before a station enters power save mode, the station needs the beacon period to know when to wake up to receive the beacon (and learn whether there are buffered frames at the access point). The default value is 200.
DTIM Period	DTIM stands for Delivery Traffic Indication Message. A DTIM is a countdown field informing clients of the next window for listening to broadcast and multicast messages. When the access point has buffered broadcast or multicast message for associated clients, it sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Period value. Access point clients hear and awaken to receive the broadcast and multicast messages. The default DTIM period is ‘2’.
RTS Threshold	RTS (Request To Send) is a control frame sent from the transmitting station to the receiving station requesting permission to transmit. This value is recommended to remain at its default setting of 4096. Should you encounter inconsistentdata flow, only minor modifications of this value are recommended.
Fragment Threshold	Fragmentation mechanism is used for improving the efficiency when high traffic flows along in the wireless network. The value can be set from 256 to 4096. The default value is 4096.
Output Power Level	You can choose the percentage of maximum power to meet your requirement. The default is Full.
b/g Mode	You can choose one mode of the following you need.◎Mixed: 802.11b supported rate and 802.11g supported rate.◎b only: 802.11b supported rate only.◎b+: 802.11b supported rate and 22 Mbps PBCC rate.◎11g only: 802.11g supported rate only.The default is Mixed mode.
Hidden SSID Support	Click ●Enabled or ●Disabled to hide or broadcast the SSID.
TI Turbo Mode	Click ●Enabled or ●Disabled to enable or disable enhancing throughput rate.
Interference Avoidance	Click ●Enabled or ●Disabled to enable or disable the Access Point's energy detection mechanism.
TI Video Blast Support	◎Enabled/ ◎Disabled: enable or disable the vHCF feature.
	Destination IP Address: The destination IP address with preferred bandwidth.
	Protocol: The destination AP's protocol.
	Port Number: The destination AP's port number.
Save	After completing the settings, Click Save to save the settings.
Defaults	Click to restore the AP to factory default settings.
Cancel	Click Cancel to discard the data you have entered since last time you press Save.

IP Setting

The IP Settings page displays the IP address for the AP.

IP Address	This field can be modified only when DHCP Client is disabled. If your system manager assigned you static IP settings, then you will have to enter the information provided.
Subnet Mask	Enter the information provided by your system manager.
Default Gateway	Enter the information provided by your system manager.

Save	After completing the settings, Click Save to save the settings.
Cancel	Click Cancel to discard the data you have entered since last time you press Save.

Privacy

The Privacy page displays WLAN security settings. You can select WEP, 802.1x, or WPA to be the privacy mode for the AP.

WEP

Privacy	Turn privacy on and off when security is set to WEP. When security is set to 802.1x or WPA, privacy is turned on automatically.
Authentication Type	Open: If the type is selected, the associated station should set the same Authentication type as AP.Shared: If the type is selected, there must be a key to be shared between the AP and the associated station.Both: Both Open and Shared are selected.
WEP Keys
Tx Key	The selected key for transmission when WEP is selected.
Key Value	Please set the Key Value according to the WEP Cipher you select.If 40bits is selected, 10 Hex characters are needed.If 128bits is selected, 26 Hex characters are needed.If 256bits is selected, 58 Hex characters are needed.
WEP Cipher	You can choose one from ⊙40bits⊙128bits⊙256bits. 256bits is the highest WEP level among the three.

RADIUS

Not Required.

Save	After completing the settings, Click Save to save the settings.
Cancel	Click Cancel to discard the data you have entered since last time you press Save.

802.1x

Group Key Interval Please enter the value to decide how long it should change the

	Group Keys. The default is 3600 seconds.
WEP KeysNot Required.
RADIUS
Server IP Address	Enter the RADIUS Server’s IP Address provided by your ISP.
Port	Enter the RADIUS Server’s port number provided by your ISP.The default is 1812.
Secret	Enter the secret phrase that the AP shares with the RADIUS Server.
Save	After completing the settings, Click Save to save the settings.
Cancel	Click Cancel to discard the data you have entered since last time you press Save.

WPA
802.1x	WPA stations authenticate with RADIUS Server over 802.1x.Enter a period of time in Group Key Interval field to decide how long to change group keys.
PSK Hex	WPA stations share the pre-shared key (PSK) with AP, you have to enter 64 characters for the key. Enter a period of timein Group Key Interval field to decide how long to change group keys.
PSK String	WPA stations share the pre-shared key (PSK) with AP, 8-63 characters are needed for the key. Enter a period of time in Group Key Interval field to decide how long to change group keys.
WEP KeysNot Required.
RADIUS
Server IP Address	Enter the RADIUS Server's IP Address provided by your ISP.
Port	Enter the RADIUS Server's port number provided by your ISP. The default is 1812.
Secret	Enter the secret phrase shared between the AP and the RADIUS Server.
Save	After completing the settings, Click Save to save the settings.
Cancel	Click Cancel to discard the data you have entered since last time you press Save.

Manage

The management page displays information about stations that are currently associated with the AP.

Refresh

Click Refresh to update the Associated Station Table.

Associated Station Table

Mac Address	The Mac address of the station associated with the AP.
State	The current state between the associated station and the AP.
SSID	The SSID for the associated station.
Active Rate	The current data transmitting/receiving rate.
Ban STA (wireless)	Press the button to remove the Mac Address from the table if
station)	Banned is selected in Allowed/Banned STA MAC Address. Press the button to add the Mac Address in the table if Allowed is selected in Allowed/Banned STA MAC Address. If Allowed/Banned STA MAC Address is disabled, there will be no effect when pressing the button.
Security Status	The station ‘s security Status.

Allowed/Banned STA MAC Address
◎Allowed ◎Banned ◎Disable	◎Allowed: only the stations shown in the table can associate with the AP.◎Banned: the stations shown in the table can’t associate with the AP.◎Disable: The table is disabled.
Add/Mac Address	Enter a Mac address in Mac Address field and click Add to add the address. Click Save on the bottom left corner to let the change take effect.
Delete Allowed/Banned Mac Address	Click Delete to remove the address from the Mac Address field.

Multiple SSID Support▪ The table can only be enabled when Privacy is set to WEP with Privacy off.▪ When the table is enabled, you cannot change privacy settings.▪ SSID strings can be added or removed at any time.▪ Enabling or disabling the table requires an AP reboot.
◎Enabled ◎Disabled	Click to enable or disable Multiple SSID Support.
Add SSID	Click Add to add the SSID entered in SSID field. The SSID can be up to 32 characters. You have to click Save to make it work.
Delete SSID	Click Delete to remove added SSID(s) in the table.

Download

You can download the latest firmware (from your distributor) and upgrade the Wireless Point.

Browse...	Enter the new firmware's path and file name (i.e. C:\FIRMWARE\firmware.bin). Or, click the Browse... button, find and open the firmware file (the browser will display to correct file path).
Downloading	Click Downloading	to start downloading the file.

Statistics

The Statistics table shows the packets sent/received over wireless and ethernet LAN respectively.

Click Refresh to update the data.

LAN	Send	Uncasts frames	0
		Multicasts frames	0
	Receive	Uncasts frames	0
		Multicasts frames	6
Wireless	Send	MPDUs	0
		MSDUs	0
		Multicast MSDUs	6
		Failed MSDUs	0
		Retry MSDUs	0
	Receive	MPDUs	0
		MSDUs	0
		Multicast MSDUs	0
		FCS Error MPDUs	20
		Mic Failure MSDUs	0
		Decrypt Error MPDUs	0