Strix Systems OWS3630-90 802.11 a/g Wireless Mesh Type Networking Device User Manual accessone userguide

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Users Manual Part II

Access / One® NetworkGetting Started 232Getting StartedThis chapter defines the prerequisites for deploying your Access/One Network andinstructions for how to install the Manager/One plug-in.Host Network RequirementsYour Access/One Network requires the presence of several network servers andservices in the host wired network, including:◗DHCP Server (see also “Non-DHCP Server Environment” on page 25)◗FTP Server◗Internet Browser (Internet Explorer, version 6.0 and above)DHCP ServerA DHCP server is necessary to distribute IP addresses and ancillary information toyour Access/One Network. Many routers contain DHCP servers and allow thespecification of DHCP options necessary to provide network information that wouldotherwise be configured manually. Strix recommends that each module is given aDHCP reservation allowing it to obtain the same IP address whenever it’s required.The reservation is based on MAC address and may allow system administrators tospecify options unique to a module as well as a network.Because modules within Access/One Network change their addressesfrequently (due to the network’s dynamic self-configuration capability),the DHCP server must support IP address persistence. Without IPaddress persistence different addresses will be assigned every time,resulting in invalid self-configurations and network topologies.
Access / One® Network24 Getting Started2To prevent any interruption in service, the DHCP lease time should be set to infinitewhenever possible, though Strix recommends configuring a reservation for eachAccess/One Network module regardless of the lease time. Doing so will avoid anyunanticipated problems and maintain management consistency. All modules withinyour Access/One Network require the following RFC 2132 option numbers to bespecified:Examples of DHCP servers include (but are not limited to):◗Windows 200X Server◗Cisco IOS◗Linux◗Sun OSOption Title Description1 Subnet Mask Network subnet mask, as applied to the given IP address.2 Time Offset Number of hours the DHCP client will add or subtract from SNTP time.3 Default Router Specifies the default gateway for this network segment.6 DNS Server Specifies one or two DNS servers (by priority).12 Host Name Specifies the unique system name of the module.15 Domain Name Specifies the domain name for this network. This is used to fully qualify any hostname operations that the module may generate (for example, ping node1 = ping node1.strixsystems.com). This applies to module operations only and does not affect users.42 NTP Server Specifies the NTP server IP address (local or Internet).
Access / One® NetworkGetting Started 252Non-DHCP Server EnvironmentIn the absence of a DHCP server, Strix modules utilize zero configurationnetworking protocols to allocate IP addresses. In this case, modules willautomatically select unique and non-conflicting IP addresses, enabling users tostatically configure the modules and manage the Strix network effectively.FTP ServerAn FTP (or secure FTP) server is required to transfer firmware and configuration datafrom distribution media to Access/One Network modules. Software distribution viaan FTP server relies on user accounts to maintain security.Access/One Network modules are capable of specifying a user name and password(including anonymous) to log into an FTP server. Directory access may beconfigurable based on the FTP server software, so files related to your Access/OneNetwork may be available only to Access/One Network modules. TFTP is notcurrently supported.Some examples of FTP servers include:◗Windows 200X Server◗Linux◗Sun OS◗Many shareware/freeware implementationsFor Access/One Network to operate properly in the automatic mode, IPgateway, DNS server or DHCP server IP addresses must be configuredcorrectly.Access/One Network firmware and configuration files must betransferred and distributed throughout your Access/One Network fromthe Manager/One interface, using the FTP configuration parameters youprovide. Any other method for transferring and distributing files is notsupported by Strix Systems.
Access / One® Network26 Getting Started2Internet BrowserAccess/One Network and the Manager/One interface are supported in WindowsInternet Explorer, version 6.0 and above.Figure 7. Windows Task ManagerScreen ResolutionManager/One uses detailed graphical designs within its interface. The quality andrelative sizes of the screen images generated by Manager/One will depend on thepreferences you have set for your screen resolution. For best results, Strixrecommends using a screen resolution of 1280 x 1024 pixels.Privacy settings for Internet Explorer must be set to medium or low forinteroperability with Manager/One. Also, Internet Explorer may stopresponding if connectivity to the network server is interrupted forextended periods (this does not apply to normal network reboots oroutages). In this case, use the Windows Task Manager to manually endthe task. (Ctrl + Alt + Del). Do not leave Internet Explorer runningunless you are actively managing the network server.
Access / One® NetworkGetting Started 272About Manager/OneManager/One is a graphical management interface that runs on Internet Explorer,version 6.0 or above. It allows you to view, monitor, configure and manage yourAccess/One Network at any level (network, subnet, node, or individual module)from your Web browser. Figure 8 shows an example of the Manager/One interfaceat the subnet level, where network nodes and the individual modules containedwithin each node are displayed.Figure 8. Manager/One Interface (Subnet Level)Installing the Manager/One Plug-InThe Manager/One plug-in for Internet Explorer must be installed on your PC tofacilitate discovery and management of your Access/One Network and all of itsindividual elements. Once installed, the Manager/One plug-in performs anautomatic self-discovery procedure, effectively capturing an accurate and detailedimage of the network and providing you with a powerful graphical interface to it.
Access / One® Network28 Getting Started2Perform the following procedure to download and install the Manager/One plug-in.1. The Manager/One plug-in file is stored in a compressed (.zip) folder. Go toour Web site at http://www.strixsystems.com/support/ and download thecompressed folder to your local computer. Contact Strix for a username andpassword to access the support section of our Web site.2. Open the compressed folder and double-click on the EXE file contained inthe folder (the full name of the file may be different, depending on therevision level currently available).3. When the Access/One Network setup wizard appears (it takes a fewseconds), follow the wizard’s on-screen instructions to complete theinstallation.Figure 9. Access/One Network Setup Wizard4. When the Manager/One plug-in is installed successfully, the next time youlaunch your Web browser, the Manager/One icon (Strix Wings) can befound in your browser’s taskbar.Figure 10. Manager/One IconStrix Wings
Access / One® NetworkGetting Started 292Launching the Manager/One Utility PaneTo launch the Manager/One utility pane, click on the Manager/One Icon in yourbrowser’s taskbar. The window splits into a right pane (containing your browser) anda left pane (containing the Manager/One utility pane). This new utility pane is drivenby an applet that you loaded when you installed the Manager/One plug-in.Figure 11. Manager/One Utility PaneYour New Manager/One Utility PaneThe applet that generates the Manager/One utility pane is provided as asimple and intuitive way to find your network servers before you startmanaging the network. It should not be used for network managementor as a substitute for debugging tools, as any other use of the utilitypane is not authorized or supported by Strix Systems.Utility Pane Internet Browser
Access / One® Network30 Getting Started2The new Manager/One utility pane (left pane) contains the following items:◗A link to the Strix Systems Home Page.◗Your Strix Access/One Network, including an expandable listing of allnetwork nodes and the modules residing within the nodes. The list ispopulated by label and serial number, and maintained in real time as a resultof Access/One Network’s intelligent self-discovery feature.You can expand any node (drill down to the individual modules contained withinthe node) by double-clicking on the node’s label. You can also Page,Ping, or Telnetinto any module listed in the utility pane. Simply right-click on your chosen moduleto display the available options.Figure 12. Expanded Utility Pane TreeOptions
Access / One® NetworkGetting Started 312To begin managing your Access/One Network, expand your chosen node anddouble-click on any network server shown in the list. A login window appears as theselected network server prompts you for a valid User Name and Password.Figure 13. Manager/One Session Login PromptAfter inputting a valid user name and password, click on the OK button to start yourinitial Manager/One management session.Accessing Manager/One for the First TimeThe first time you access Manager/One, the system immediately prompts you for anetwork name change (the factory default name is AccessOne). You must change thedefault name—the default name is reserved. Be aware that once you assign anetwork name, the name cannot be changed.Figure 14. Defining Your Network NameAt the dialog prompt, enter a meaningful network name that will define your newAccess/One Network, then click on the OK button. The new name is created andManager/One displays its main management window. From here you can manageand configure all components residing within your Access/One Network.The factory default for both the user name and password is Admin (witha capitalized A). For your own security, we strongly recommend thatyou assign new user login parameters immediately.
Access / One® Network32 Getting Started2Starting a New NetworkWhen starting a new network (cloud), the following information should be takeninto account:◗Wait for the network server to finish its discovery process and include all ofthe modules within its stack. When this is done, the entire node becomesgray. Once this is successful, more nodes can be admitted to the network.Figure 15. Network (Cloud) View◗In situations where a hierarchical network topology is used that has a CentralOffice (main subnet with its master network server) and remote subnets, theentire network must be managed from the master network server at theCentral Office—all network configuration must be performed from thismaster network server, then apply the configuration across the entire network(initiated from the master network server at the Central Office).See also:•“Communicating Across Remote Subnets” on page 16.•“Enabling Communication Between Remote Subnets” on page 125.Node (Gray)
Access / One® NetworkGetting Started 332Enabling Windows 2000 Servers for NTP RequestsTo enable a Windows 2000 server to respond to NTP (Network Time Protocol)requests from your Access/One Network, you must modify the registry.1. From your computer’s Start menu, choose Run and type regedit in the Openfield (you can also type regedit.exe but the EXE extension is not arequirement).Figure 16. Run Dialog (Editing the Registry)2. Click on the OK button to run the regedit.exe program.3. From the Registry Editor window, select:HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\W32Time\ParametersFigure 17. Registry Editor4. Change LocalNTP to 1 (instead of 0).Modifying registry settings can cause serious problems, including lossof service. Strix Systems assumes no responsibility for changes made toyour server’s registry.
Access / One® Network34 Getting Started25. Set the DHCP option 42 on the DHCP server to the NTP server’s IP addressso that your Access/One Network devices will synchronize to the Windows2000 server clock. See also “DHCP Server” on page 23.6. If world accuracy is required, set the IP address of an Internet NTP server inthe ntpserver field to allow the server to synchronize with a level 1 or level2 clock.7. Reboot the server for your changes to take effect.
Access / One® NetworkUpdating the Firmware 353Updating the FirmwareThis brief but important chapter shows you the correct method to use when updatingthe Access/One Network firmware (to the entire network or to an individualmodule), with some important notes that will ensure your network and its modulesare upgraded to the latest version without problems.Before proceeding, read the following critical bullet points:◗You must have an FTP (or secure FTP) server.◗Access/One Network firmware and configuration files must be transferredand distributed throughout your Access/One Network from the Manager/Oneinterface, using the FTP configuration parameters you provide. Any othermethod for transferring and distributing files is not supported by Strix Systems.◗A mixed multi-version environment is not supported. When updating yourAccess/One Network firmware, all network nodes and modules (IWS andOWS) must be updated.◗All steps in this procedure must be performed from the same network server.◗Never attempt to bypass this procedure. Any method other than the onedescribed here is not authorized or supported by Strix Systems and mayviolate regulatory restrictions.◗Errors caused by ignoring important steps in this procedure may result insome nodes disappearing from your Manager/One interface. Strix Systemsassumes no responsibility for misconfigured networks caused by neglect.Prerequisite Steps1. Make a note of your FTP server’s configuration and security parameters,including:•Host name and/or IP address•User ID•Password
Access / One® Network36 Updating the Firmware32. Go to the Partner Login page on our Web site and enter your username andpassword to log in. If you don’t have access to this section of the Web site,please contact your Strix representative for a copy of the latest firmware.Figure 18. Partner Login3. Go to the Downloads section and choose the firmware update file you wantfrom the list. The file is in the form of a compressed folder (zip file).4. Save the zip file to a convenient location on your computer. The zip filecontains multiple files:•Release notes, highlighting the changes in this version of the firmware.•Two binary image (BIN) files (accessone.bin and accessone_m.bin).5. Move both BIN files to a suitable location on your FTP server.6. To update firmware at the network level, go to “Updating Firmware Acrossthe Network” on page 37. To update firmware on an individual module, goto “Updating Firmware on Individual Modules” on page 41.
Access / One® NetworkUpdating the Firmware 373Updating Firmware Across the Network1. From Manager/One at the network level, go to Configure>System and usethe Firmware Updates command to set up your FTP parameters (so thesystem knows where to locate the BIN files). Figure 19. Firmware Updates Command (Network Level)The parameters you establish here will be propagated to all modules withinyour Access/One Network. You must define the following:•FTP Server (IP address or name): For example, ftp.myserver.com.•User Name: Ask your network administrator.•Password: Ask your network administrator.•Path: Enter a path if you placed the BIN files in a specific directory.2. At the network level, Manager/One offers you the opportunity of setting uphow “aggressive” you want your FTP updates to be. This criteria includes: •Number of Simultaneous Update Sessions: The default is 10 but you canincrease or decrease this number, as needed. The lower this number, thefaster any simultaneous FTP update sessions will be executed.•Update Session Start Interval: This number defines the elapsed time (inseconds) between the start of firmware update sessions. The default is 1second.•Update Session Timeout: This number defines the elapsed idle time (inseconds) before the current FTP update session is aborted. The default is600 seconds.
Access / One® Network38 Updating the Firmware33. Click on the Update button to inform Manager/One that you have madechanges to this page. When you click on the Update button you will noticethat the Apply Configuration tab changes to BLUE (to let you know that yourchanges need to be applied across the network).4. Click on the Apply Configuration tab to propagate your FTP sessionchanges across the network. You will be warned that the changes you madewith the Firmware Updates command will affect multiple devices on thenetwork.Figure 20. Warning and Confirmation Request5. Click on the OK button to confirm that you want to apply your changesacross the network, or click on the Cancel button to abort the process.6. Go to Manage>Commands and use the Load Firmware on Networkcommand to load the new firmware’s image (BIN file) to all modulescontained in all network nodes within your Access/One Network.When the firmware update process is started, you can review its progress inthe Command Progress frame (located at the top of the Details Pane).Figure 21. Command Progress (Firmware)Updating firmware across the entire network involves communicating withall nodes and all modules within your Access/One Network. This processwill take several minutes to complete. When completed successfully, aGREEN check mark appears next to the progress bar.Success
Access / One® NetworkUpdating the Firmware 393If the update process fails for any module, keep trying to download thefirmware, but do not reboot. Devices which already have the new firmwarebut haven't rebooted will not download the firmware again. Any failureswill be reported in the View Action Status window.Figure 22. View Action Status WindowIf the command fails on all modules, return to Step 1 and check that yourFTP parameters have been set up correctly.If for any reason the update process repeatedly fails on any specific module(or modules), move on to Step 7 and reboot the network (you will locate thefailed module later in this procedure then be directed to update its firmwareseparately).7. When the update process has completed (all network modules upgradedwith the new firmware), go to Manage>Commands at the network level anduse the Reboot Network command to reboot the network.The Reboot Network command reboots each of the modules in all nodeswithin your Access/One Network. Rebooting is always required when anyconfiguration changes are made at the network level.See also, “Important Note About Rebooting” on page 4.
Access / One® Network40 Updating the Firmware38. After the network has rebooted, click on the Inventory tab and verify that allmodules have been upgraded. You will find the version number in the farright side column of the Inventory window.If all your Access/One Network modules have been upgraded successfully,go directly to Step 10 (skip Step 9).Figure 23. Inventory Window9. This step only applies if the firmware update process across the networkfailed on any module(s). In this case, make a note of the affected module(s)then go to “Updating Firmware on Individual Modules” on page 41.Because Access/One Network does not support a mixed multi-versionenvironment, you must upgrade the firmware on ALL modules beforeproceeding. 10. With the firmware update process now completed (all modules upgraded),you can log into the master network server and resume managing yourAccess/One Network.
Access / One® NetworkUpdating the Firmware 413Updating Firmware on Individual Modules1. From Manager/One, log in to the module you want to upgrade.2. Go to Configure>System and use the Firmware Updates command toconfigure your FTP parameters (so the system knows where to locate theBIN files). Figure 24. Firmware Updates Command (Module Level)You must define the following:•FTP Server (IP address or name: For example, ftp.myserver.com.•User Name: Ask your network administrator.•Password: Ask your network administrator.•Path: Enter a path if you placed the BIN files in a specific directory.•File Name: This field is exclusive to modules—it does not appear in theFirmware Updates window at the network level. The file name is enteredhere automatically by Manager/One (either accessone.bin oraccessone_m.bin), depending on which BIN file Manager/One seeswhen it looks at the module’s existing configuration image. Do notchange the name of this file when updating the module’s firmware. Thefile name in this field should be changed ONLY when updatingconfiguration files (not firmware).3. After defining your FTP parameters, click on the Update button to applyyour changes to this module.
Access / One® Network42 Updating the Firmware34. Go to Manage>Actions and choose the Load Firmware/Configurationcommand. In the Action Configuration window, select Download (forAction Type) and select Image (for File Type). With these selections, the FileVersion field is grayed out (not accessible).Figure 25. Action Configuration Window5. Click on the Download Now button to download the new firmware to themodule. The update process will take a few minutes. Manager/One willconfirm when the process completes successfully.Figure 26. Firmware Update Completed SuccessfullyIf the command fails, return to Step 2 and check that your FTP parametershave been set up correctly. Do not reboot the module at this time.If your FTP parameters are set up correctly and the command failsrepeatedly, try resetting the module to its factory default state and repeatthis procedure. In this case, after the firmware has been upgraded you willneed to reconfigure the module for your network.6. When the update process has completed successfully, click on the Rebootbutton to reboot the module—or click on the Go Back button if you preferto reboot the module at a later time (the Reboot command is also availablefrom the Manage/Actions menu). Rebooting is always required when anyconfiguration changes are made to a module.Reboot
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 434The Manager/One InterfaceManager/One is an easy-to-use graphical interface to your Access/One Network,residing on all modules within the network. Manager/One provides you with thetools you need to ensure that your network is functioning efficiently and effectively,and allows you to configure the network to suit your individual needs.The visual aids contained in this chapter will help you to become more familiar withthe content and structure of Manager/One and your Access/One Network. Detailedexplanations and sample screens are provided for all management functions,regardless of your network’s configuration.The Manager/One interface is accessed from your Web browser, or by using the IPaddress of any network server as a URL within Internet Explorer (version 6.0 andabove). The first time you launch Manager/One, the system prompts you to nameyour Access/One Network—you cannot use the factory default name. Only afterassigning a network name can you begin to manage the network.The Manager/One Plug-InThe presence of our Manager/One icon (Strix Wings) in your browser’s taskbarindicates that the Manager/One plug-in for Internet Explorer is installed. The plug-inprovides convenient tools for communicating with your Access/One Networkcomponents (ping, Telnet and paging). If you don’t already have the plug-ininstalled, go to “Installing the Manager/One Plug-In” on page 27 and install it now.Figure 27. Manager/One IconStrix Wings
Access / One® Network44 The Manager/One Interface4The General LayoutManager/One uses a straightforward tabbed page design with supplementary framesthat contain detailed information about your Access/One Network and itscomponents. The frames and/or the information they contain change as you makeselections and drill down into the system. The following graphic shows an exampleof the Manager/One interface at the subnet level.Figure 28. The Manager/One Interface (Default Flat View)In Figure 28 you will notice that icons are used in Manager/One’s main window torepresent elements within the network (for example, network nodes, networkservers, wireless modules, base modules, and antennas). Various graphics and colorschemes are associated with these icons to denote the following:◗The type of component you’re looking at (for example, IWS or OWS)◗The function of the component within the network◗The active state of the component
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 454A Choice of LayoutsManager/One gives you the option of changing its layout (the way you see yournetwork) from a Flat View, as shown in Figure 27, to a Logical Mesh Topology View,which will be referred to simply as the Logical View from this point forward. Thelogical view uses SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) technology, so you will need theAdobe® SVG plug-in which can be downloaded from http://www.adobe.com/svg/.The primary difference between the two layouts is how the logical view offers animmediate snapshot of your Access/One Network’s topology—the interconnectivitybetween wireless network nodes and other wired network components, such as arouter or Ethernet switch. The logical view also offers some additional navigationalfeatures (discussed later in this chapter). But regardless of which view you arelooking at, Manager/One retains all of its functionality—the logical view is simplyproviding you with another way of looking at the same thing. The following graphicshows the subnet used in Figure 28, but in its logical view format.Figure 29. The Manager/One Interface (Logical View)
Access / One® Network46 The Manager/One Interface4Switching Between LayoutsTo switch between the flat view and the logical view, click on the appropriate button(located in the upper right corner of Manager/One’s toolbar).Figure 30. Switching Between LayoutsLogical Mesh Topology ButtonFlat View Button
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 474Features of the Logical Mesh Topology ViewThis section covers the navigational features in Manager/One that are specific to thelogical view, which include:◗The Segment View◗Tools◗Logical View Legend◗Panning and Zooming◗Node Status RegistersThese features only apply to the logical view and are provided for navigationalpurposes only—they do not affect the functionality of your Access/One Network inany way whatsoever. All other sections in this chapter are applicable to both the flatview and the logical view. The layout you choose is simply a matter of personalpreference.Figure 31. Logical Mesh Topology View
Access / One® Network48 The Manager/One Interface4The Segment ViewThe segment view becomes available when you switch to Manager/One’s logicalview layout. It is located at the bottom of the main window and provides a snapshotof each network connect segment.Figure 32. Segment View (List Format)When you click on any Access/One Network node shown in the main window, thesegment view provides the node name, a listing of each module’s IP address, theirrole in the network, and the current firmware level. The list format is the default, butyou can change the view to a graphical icon format at any time.Segment View PaneClick here to reveal the Segment ViewClick on any node to seeits details in the SegmentView pane
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 494Switching from Segment View List to Segment View IconsTo switch the segment view from the default list format to an icon format, click onthe Segment Flat View button. The following graphic shows the same networksegment used in Figure 32, but in its icon format.Figure 33. Segment View (Icon Format)In the icon format you can roll your mouse pointer over any module within theselected node stack and see detailed information about the module in the form of apop-up window that is generated by Manager/One’s intuitive mouse-over feature(discussed later in this chapter). When using the mouse-over feature, the informationdisplayed in the pop-up window differs slightly from the information provided bythe list view (for example, it provides channel data, the current data mode, andnetwork server dependencies).IconSegment List View ButtonSegment Flat View Button
Access / One® Network50 The Manager/One Interface4ToolsEach time you log into Manager/One and switch to its logical view layout, the Toolspane is hidden (by default). To reveal the Tools pane you need to click on the Toolsbutton (located in the upper right corner of the main window).Figure 34. Accessing the Tools PaneTools ButtonTools Pane
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 514The Tools pane provides two configurable options of how the logical view of yourAccess/One Network is displayed. These are:◗Show NamesWith this feature enabled, the main window displays the assigned names inyour Access/One Network of each node (under the relevant node).Figure 35. Show Names◗Show Link StrengthsWith this feature enabled, all wireless links will be coded according to thelegend shown in the Tools pane. For example, a wireless link with an RSSI(Received Signal Strength Indicator) value of -70 dBm and above will appearas a GREEN broken line between nodes. If the RSSI changes, the appearanceof the link in the logical view will also change. With this feature disabled, allwireless links are displayed as GRAY broken lines. The RSSI is a measure ofthe energy observed by an antenna when receiving a signal.Figure 36. Show Link StrengthsEither or both of these options in the Tools pane can be enabled or disabled,depending on your preference.DisabledEnabledDisabledEnabled
Access / One® Network52 The Manager/One Interface4Logical View LegendThe following graphic highlights the network elements that are displayed in the mainwindow when you have your Manager/One session set to its logical view.Figure 37. Logical View LegendNumber of Nodes with Lost LinksSegmentNode Type (OWS or IWS) Number of Modules in SegmentLost Link Container Wireless LinkEthernet
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 534Panning and ZoomingWhen the Manager/One interface is set to its logical view, you have the ability topan and zoom (in or out), as needed. The panning feature allows you to move theimage to any position within the main window (for example, if you are managing alarge Access/One Network, some of the network elements may not be within viewof the main window and you’ll need to pan the image to see them).In other cases, you may want to zoom into a specific area of the network for aclearer image—Manager/One utilizes SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) so there’slittle or no degradation in the quality of the image when using the zoom feature.Figure 38. Panning and ZoomingClick here and drag the image to panClick here to zoom inClick here to zoom out
Access / One® Network54 The Manager/One Interface4Node Status RegistersIn addition to its color scheme for denoting the operational status of nodes andmodule, when set to its logical view, Manager/One includes a feature that registershow many nodes (not individual modules) are in a particular operational state.These registers are located in the upper right corner of the main window when thelogical view is selected.Figure 39. Node Status RegistersLink Lost NodesNormal NodesFactory Default Nodes
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 554Management Tools and Features (Any Layout)This section covers Manager/One’s management tools and features, applicable toboth the flat view and the logical view. These items include:◗The Details Pane◗Node Operational Status Indicators◗The Toolbar◗Intuitive Mouse Over◗Inputting DataFigure 40. Management Tools and FeaturesDetails PaneIntuitive Mouse-OverToolbar
Access / One® Network56 The Manager/One Interface4The Details PaneThe Details Pane is located on the left side of the main window and contains thefollowing informational frames:◗Command ProgressShows the progress of any commands you initiate and details about thecommand when the tree is expanded. Upon the successful completion of acommand, a GREEN check mark appears at the right side of the progress bar.◗Summary StatisticsThis frame provides a summary of statistical data regarding your Access/OneNetwork and its components, in the form of a collapsible/expandable treestructure. The information contained in this frame includes how many Strixnodes, modules and wireless connections are currently up and running.◗Node MonitoringThe content of this frame is determined by which node you have selected. Ifno node is selected then this frame remains blank (default). To see the currentstatus of a node, simply click on any node in the main window. Node detailsare displayed in the form of a collapsible/expandable tree structure.You can hide or show the details of any of the above frames (or the entire DetailsPane) by clicking on its title.Figure 41. Details PaneCommand ProgressNode MonitoringSummary Statistics
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 574Node Operational Status IndicatorsAs Manager/One monitors your Access/One Network, it is continually monitoringthe operational status of its network nodes and the modules that reside within eachnode. The operational status of a node or module is easily determined by howManager/One represents the node/module in its user interface—a combination ofgraphics and color scheme. The operational status of a node or module can fall intoany of the following categories:◗NormalThe node/module is operating normally and is identified as a valid networksegment within your Access/One Network. The standard color scheme forany node or module operating normally is GRAY.◗Factory DefaultThe node/module is set to its factory default state and is currently notassigned to your Access/One Network. The standard color scheme for anynode set to its unassigned factory default state is BLUE.◗Link LostAccess/One Network cannot establish a link (wired or wireless) with thisnode or module. The standard color scheme for any node or module that haslost its link to your Access/One Network is RED.Figure 42. Operational Status of NodesNormal (IWS)Default (IWS)Link Lost (IWS) Link Lost (OWS)Normal (OWS)
Access / One® Network58 The Manager/One Interface4The ToolbarThis is where all the Manager/One management tools reside, including:◗Tabbed Pages◗Commands◗Legends◗Refresh◗Factory Default◗Exporting Your Inventory File to an Excel SpreadsheetThe only feature not discussed in this section (even though the buttons to support itare included in the toolbar) is the ability to switch the layout of Manager/One from aflat view to a logical view. This feature has already been covered.Tabbed PagesManager/One’s tabbed pages are organized by function. These function tabs do notchange, regardless of what management or configuration task you are implementingwithin Manager/One. However, which tabs you see will depend on whether you’relogged in at the network level or the module level.Figure 43. Function TabsNetwork LevelModule LevelActive Tabs
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 594You will always know which tabbed page you have selected because the active tabis displayed as BLUE/GRAY (see Figure 43). Manager/One’s tabbed pages have thefollowing functions:◗ManageAt the network level, this page provides a set of commands that allow you tomanage your Access/One Network at either the network or subnet levels. Atthe module level, the available command set from this page is different andany management commands you initiate are applied only to the module youare logged into.◗ConfigureThis page provides a set of commands that allow you to configure yourAccess/One Network at the network level only (not subnets). If you arecurrently looking at a subnet, clicking on this tab will default you to thenetwork level. At the module level, the available command set from this pageis different and any configuration commands you initiate are applied only tothe module you are logged into.◗InventoryClicking on this tab generates an inventory list in the main window, showingthe current inventory status of your Access/One Network (not available at themodule level).◗MonitorProvides a set of monitors that allow you to view the active state of yournetwork and its components (the available monitors are different dependingon which level of the network you are logged into).◗Apply ConfigurationIf there are any configuration changes that need to be applied across thenetwork the color of this tab changes to BLUE. When blue, click on this tab toapply your changes (not available at the module level).◗Rogue DevicesShows a list of any rogue AP devices that are detected by your Access/OneNetwork modules (not available at the network level).
Access / One® Network60 The Manager/One Interface4CommandsManager/One provides many commands that you can initiate across the network orapply to individual modules within a network node. Commands are accessed frompull-down menus, and the content of these menus is determined by which tabbedpage you are viewing. The following graphic shows an example of Manager/Onecommands that are available from the Configure tab at the network level.Figure 44. CommandsWhen you choose a command from one of the pull-down menus, the content ofManager/One’s main window is propagated with the selected command’s interface,including configurable fields, check boxes, radio buttons, and other options that youcan apply to your network and/or modules. All commands are fully documented in“Managing the Network” on page 65.Commands
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 614LegendsA legend is simply a graphical representation of network elements with acorresponding explanation of the icons it contains. There are three legends availablein Manager/One:◗Legend (general elements): Available at the network level from the Manageor Inventory pages by clicking on the Information button (i) in the toolbar.◗RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator) Legend: Available at the networklevel in the Monitors page, or at the module level from the Rogue Devicespage by clicking on the Information button (i) in the toolbar.◗Wi-Fi Legend: Available at the module level from the SSIDs / VLANs List pageby clicking on the Information button (i) in the toolbar.Figure 45. LegendsRSSI LegendLegend (General)Wi-Fi Legend
Access / One® Network62 The Manager/One Interface4RefreshThis feature is available at the network level or the module level and provides asimple method for refreshing the current page by clicking on the Refresh button inthe toolbar. It does not reboot any devices.Figure 46. Refresh ButtonFactory DefaultThis feature is only available at the network level from the Configure page andprovides a one-step method for setting all items on the current page to their factorydefault state. Using this feature will generate a prompt asking if you want tocontinue. You must confirm your request before the operation is executed. Figure 47. Factory Default ButtonRefresh ButtonFactory Default Button
Access / One® NetworkThe Manager/One Interface 634Exporting Your Inventory File to an Excel SpreadsheetFrom the Inventory page (only available at the network level), clicking on theInformation button (i) generates a separate window that contains a procedure forExporting your current inventory file to an editable Excel spreadsheet. this procedureis also available in “Managing the Network” on page 65.Inventory or Auto DiscoveredWhen set to the flat view, you have the option of defining how Manager/One seesyour Access/One Network. You can inform Manager/One to base its view on thecurrent inventory of modules, or use Access/One’s ability to auto-discover itself.All network nodes automatically identify themselves to the network, and as aconsequence each node discovers the identities and configurations of its neighbors,as well as their current active state. In short, they know who they are, what they are,and what they’re doing. Access/One Network’s self-tuning, self-healing and roguedetection features depend heavily on this functionality. Alternatively, you canconfigure and manage the network based on an inventory list of physicalcomponents. The inventory list is generated by Manager/One automatically, but youcan add and/or delete items from the list, as needed.Figure 48. Inventory or Auto DiscoveredAuto DiscoveredInventory
Access / One® Network64 The Manager/One Interface4Intuitive Mouse OverManager/One employs an intuitive mouse-over feature to assist you with navigationand to provide detailed information at your fingertips. By rolling your mouse pointerover any network element, you will generate a pop-up window that providesinformation relative to that element. This feature is available in either the flat view orthe logical view. The following graphic provides two samples of the intuitive mouse-over feature in action (there are just too many examples to show here).Figure 49. Intuitive Mouse-OverInputting DataWhen inputting strings in Manager/One (for example, to assign SSIDs, system name,node names, etc.), do not use any of the following characters:&<>' “These characters conflict with the HTML and XML processing requirements ofInternet Explorer.
Access / One® NetworkManaging the Network 655Managing the NetworkThis chapter covers management and configuration tasks at the network level. If youare managing a subnet, go to “Managing Subnets and Nodes” on page 127. If youare managing or configuring an individual module (for example, a wireless moduleor network server), go to “Managing Modules” on page 133.The following graphic shows the network (cloud) view in Manager/One’s mainwindow. Do not click anywhere in this cloud otherwise Manager/One takes you tothe subnet level and the view changes. All tasks in this chapter are performed at thenetwork (or cloud) level.Figure 50. Network (Cloud) ViewThe Manage FunctionThis function provides you with the tools you need to manage your Access/OneNetwork and includes the following commands:◗View Action Status◗Commands•Load Firmware on Network•Reboot Network•Update Node Names•Update Network Membership•Transfer System Files•Remote Network Server–Include–Exclude
Access / One® Network66 Managing the Network5View Action StatusClicking on View Action Status in Manager/One’s toolbar launches a separatewindow that displays a list of all the modules within your Access/One Network withtheir current operating status. The list consists of a node name, the IP addresses ofeach module within the node, its current status, and the version number of thesoftware that is running on the module. You can choose to expand or collapse thislist by selecting either Expand All or Collapse All (or by clicking on the +/- box nextto the Node Name column).The information in this window is refreshed every 5 seconds, providing the mostcurrent active state of the network—however, some of the displayed values canoccur too quickly for observation. You can reset (refresh) the status window at anytime by clicking on the Reset Status button.Figure 51. View Action Status Window
Access / One® NetworkManaging the Network 675Action Status ResultsThe following table defines the messages you will see in the Status column.Status DefinitionRunning There are no pending commands for this module and it is communicating with the network server.Link Lost Manager/One has lost contact with this module for more than one minute.Command Started Manager/One is attempting to execute the command.Command Sent SuccessfullyThe command was received by the module. Command Received The module acknowledged that the command was received.Command Executed SuccessfullyThe command was executed on the module.Command Not Sent Manager/One failed to send the command to the module.Command Sent Manager/One sent the command but the module did not respond.Command Failed The module received the command but failed to execute the command.
Access / One® Network68 Managing the Network5CommandsClicking on Commands in Manager/One’s toolbar generates a pull-down menucontaining all the commands that are available within the Manage function. Load Firmware on NetworkThis command allows you to load a new firmware image to each of the modulescontained in all network nodes within your Access/One Network. However, beforeyou can load a new image, your FTP server parameters must be established correctlyto let Manager/One know where to locate the new image (BIN) file.To establish the correct FTP parameters and load new firmware at the network level,go to “Updating the Firmware” on page 35.Reboot NetworkThis command reboots each module in all of the nodes within your Access/OneNetwork. Rebooting is required when network-level configuration changes aremade or a new firmware image is loaded.To monitor the progress of the reboot operation, the network server generates therequest in stages. When each module reports receiving the reboot command andsuccessfully reboots, the network server performs a final self-reboot. You canmonitor reboot progress reports with the View Action Status command.Whenever you initiate the Reboot Network command, the system warns you thatthis action will affect multiple devices on the network and asks you to confirm therequest. If you want to proceed, click on the OK button to initiate the rebootprocess, otherwise click on the Cancel button to abort the command.See also, “Important Note About Rebooting” on page 4.Update Node NamesThis command must be executed at the node level. Go to “Update Node Names” onpage 130.
Access / One® NetworkManaging the Network 695Update Network MembershipThis command must be executed at the subnet level. Go to “Update NetworkMembership” on page 69.Transfer System FilesThis command allows you to transfer network (cloud) or device (module)configuration files between the network and your assigned FTP server. This is auseful tool if you want to backup or restore configuration files. However, beforeexecuting this command your FTP server parameters must be set up correctly usingthe Firmware Updates command.When you choose the Transfer System Files command, Manager/One presents youwith options to upload configuration files from their source on the network (eithercloud or device) to your FTP server, or download configuration files from your FTPserver to their source.Figure 52. Transferring System FilesSelect either Device Configuration File or Cloud Configuration File from the pull-down list then click on the Download/Upload button to define the action you wantto initiate.If you need to reset your FTP parameters, click on the FTP Server: button, otherwiseclick on the Execute button. When asked to confirm the action, click on the OKbutton to begin transferring files, or click on the Cancel button to abort thecommand.
Access / One® Network70 Managing the Network5Remote Network ServerThis command allows to you include or exclude remote network servers.IncludeChoose this command to include a remote network server within your Access/OneNetwork—a static network server must be specified in Network Topology beforeexecuting this command. When prompted, enter the IP address of the server youwant to include then click on the OK button.Figure 53. Including Remote ServersExcludeChoose this command to exclude a remote network server from your Access/OneNetwork—you can only exclude a server that is already included in your network.When prompted, enter the IP address of the server you want to exclude then clickon the OK button.Figure 54. Excluding Remote Servers
Access / One® NetworkManaging the Network 715The Configure FunctionThis function provides you with the tools you need to configure your Access/OneNetwork at the network level and includes the following commands:◗System•User Login•Network Management–General–SNMP–Trusted IP Addresses•TCP/IP Settings•Network Topology•Priority/One - Class of Service•Radius Accounting•Syslog•Date and Time•Operating Environment•Firmware Updates◗Wi-Fi•Radio Parameters•Client Connect•Network Connect•Rogue ScanSystemThis area of Manager/One contains the primary configuration commands for yourAccess/One Network in the system environment. Any commands executed here areautomatically propagated across the network, so make sure the changes you initiateare changes that you want to apply to the entire network, otherwise go to “ManagingSubnets and Nodes” on page 127 or “Managing Modules” on page 133.
Access / One® Network72 Managing the Network5User LoginThis command displays the User Management window, allowing you to change thelogin password for users and enable/disable password encryption.Figure 55. Managing User LoginsThe following options are available with this command:◗User NameChoose a user name from the pull-down list. A valid user name is required toaccess the Web server interface within the network server module.◗PasswordEnter a meaningful password (between 5 and 32 characters) that you arelikely to remember. The password is case-sensitive.◗Confirm PasswordConfirm your password here otherwise the system will reject it.◗Password EncryptionCheck this box if you want Access/One Network to encrypt your password foradditional security.The default for the user name and the password is Admin (with acapitalized A) for both. We strongly recommend that you changethe default password immediately after your initial login.

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