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MF2501 Adapter
MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter
User’s Guide
Part number: 8000003
December 2005
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Copyright © 2005 Ruckus Wireless, Inc. All rights reserved. December 2005. Trademarks Ruckus Wireless, BeamFlex™, MediaFlex™, MediaFlex 2900 Multimedia Access Point, MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter, MF2900 AP, and MF2501 Adapter are trademarks of Ruckus Wireless Web Interface All other brand and product names are registered trademarks of their respective holders. Statement of Conditions In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, Ruckus Wir
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Contents Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Who Should Use this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 What You’ll Find in this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Typographic conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Viewing Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Viewing LAN Interface Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Viewing Wireless Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Viewing Remote AP Statistics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Who Should Use this Guide Preface This MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter User’s Guide will help you understand the MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter, how to install it, and configure it using the Ruckus Wireless Web Interface. Who Should Use this Guide This User’s Guide assumes that the reader has basic to intermediate computer and Internet skills. All the basic computer networking, Internet, and other information required to configure this device is provided herein. What You
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System Requirements System Requirements The MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter is compatible with most contemporary personal computers and operating systems that are configured for Internet and wireless networking. The MF2501 Adapter is accessed and configured via a Web browser interface. Any of the following Web browsers are supported: • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 and higher • Netscape version 6.0 and higher • Apple Safari 1.0 and higher • Mozilla Firefox version 1.0 and higher Su
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Chapter 1: Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter (MF2501 Adapter). The MF2501 Adapter is a device that enables wireless multimedia networking for video, voice and data, without replacing existing routers, network adapters and media receivers. A typical installation consists of a Ruckus Wireless, Inc. MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter connected to a set top box. The MF2501 Adapter receives wireless signals from a MediaFlex 290
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MediaFlex™ MediaFlex™ MediaFlex™ is Ruckus Wireless, Inc.’s family of purpose-built, multimedia WiFi appliances that enable reliable wireless distribution of entertainment-quality, real-time media applications throughout the home. Media applications require consistent and uninterrupted bandwidth; however most wireless LANs (WLANs) cannot provide consistent service because of the variable nature of the wireless medium. Ruckus Wireless, Inc.’s new, patent-pending Multicast TV-over-WLAN (TVoWLA
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Key Features Multiple Concurrent Video Streams with Simultaneous Data Traffic 2 2 • Delivers 15-20 Mbps of bandwidth at 99.9% availability throughout a typical 2500ft (300m ) home. • Supports one MPEG-4/WMV stream, one DVD-quality MPEG-2 streams, or one 10Mbps+ high definition video stream at 50ft (18m), with simultaneous data traffic. Simple Configuration and Installation • Simple Web-based user interface for easy configuration and customization of features such as SSID, WEP or WPA key, stati
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Key Features 10 MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter User’s Guide 8000003, December 2005
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Chapter 2: Installation and Setup This chapter describes how to install your MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter, and how to set up your PC to connect to the Ruckus Wireless Web Interface. Topics covered in this chapter include: Packing List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Packing List Packing List 1. MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter 2. AC power adapter (Input DC 5-18V 1-2A) 3. Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet Cable 4. MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter Quick Setup Guide MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter Front View Figure 2— “Front View of the MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter” shows the front view MF2501 Adapter, with the LED indicators numbered. The numbers correspond to the labels describing LED behavior in Table 2— “LED Indicato
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LED Status Lights LED Status Lights Table 2— “LED Indicators and Meanings” describes the LED lights on the front of the MF2501 Adapter. Table 2—LED Indicators and Meanings Label LED Activity Description 1 Antenna All LEDs On Green The MF2501 Adapter is booting. Solid Green Flashing randomly The lit LEDs indicate which antennae are active. 2 Power Green Power is supplied to the MF2501 Adapter. Off Power is not supplied to the MF2501 Adapter. 3 LAN Green Steady The MF2501 Adapter has link. Off
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LED Status Lights Rear View 7 6 8 Figure 3—Rear View of the MF2501 Adapter Table 3—Rear Ports and Adapters Label Description 6 AC Power Adapter (Input: DC 5V 2A) 7 10/100 Mbps Auto-sensing, autonegotiating RJ-45 network port 8 Reset button. Used only if you need to reset the MF2501 Adapter to its factory default settings. Insert the end of a paper clip or pin into the hole and hold it in for at least 4 seconds. 14 MediaFlex 2501 Multimedia Wireless Adapter User’s Guide 8000003, December 2005
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Placement Guidelines Placement Guidelines You or your service provider or installer can determine the best placement for the MF2501 Adapter by using the following guidelines. Establishing a good general location Your MF2501 Adapter should be placed: • On a shelf or other elevated location away from any physical obstructions. • Away from other sources of electromagnetic interference (for example, microwave ovens, and cordless phones). • Away from large metal surfaces, pictures or mirrors. • A
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Connecting to the MF2501 Adapter Figure 4—Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)Properties Window 4. Select the Use the following IP address button, and enter an IP address within the network as noted above. 5. Press Tab and allow the Subnet mask address to auto-fill to 255.255.255.0. 6. Click OK to exit the TCP/IP Properties window. 7. Click OK to exit the Local Area Connection Properties window. Connecting a PC to the MF2501 Adapter The following steps will guide you through connecting to your MF2501 Adap
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Accessing the Web Interface You should now be able to find the default SSID “V54” of your MF2501 Adapter over your wireless connection: Table 4—Default Wireless Settings Wireless Feature Setting Network Name (SSID) V54 Security Disabled Accessing the Web Interface The MF2501 Adapter provides a Web-based user interface for configuration and monitoring. For information about using the Ruckus Wireless Web Interface, refer to Chapter 3:, “Using the Ruckus Wireless Web Interface . 1. To access the
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Chapter 3: Using the Ruckus Wireless Web Interface This chapter describes the tasks you need to do to customize the MF2501 Adapter to run on your wireless network. Topics covered in this chapter include: Wireless Settings Worksheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 MF2501 Adapter Settings Worksheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Wireless Settings Worksheet Wireless Settings Worksheet Before you modify any wireless settings on the MF2501 Adapter, print Table 5— “Wireless Network Settings Worksheet” and record the following information about your wireless network. Your ISP or network administrator may provide you with this information. The wireless information recorded in this worksheet should be used to configure the MF2501 Adapter’s wireless settings. Table 5—Wireless Network Settings Worksheet Item Description and Y
