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4IPNET WHG315 User Manual

4IPNET WHG315
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User’s Manual
V2.20
WHG & HSG Series
Secure WLAN Controller /
Wireless Hotspot Gateway

Table of Contents

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4IPNET WHG315 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Wireless Standard802.11a/b/g/n
Max Wireless Speed300 Mbps
WAN Ports1
LAN Ports4
Antenna2 x External Antennas
Device TypeWireless Hotspot Gateway
Frequency Bands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Power Supply12V DC
Security FeaturesWPA, WPA2

Summary

Chapter 1. Introduction

1.1. WHG Controller Series

Overview of the 4ipnet WHG Controller product line and its key features.

1.2 WHG Controller Models

Lists the specific models available in the 4ipnet WHG Controller product line.

1.3 HSG Gateway Series

Overview of the 4ipnet HSG Gateway product line and its core functionalities.

1.4 HSG Gateway Models

Lists the specific models available in the 4ipnet HSG Gateway product line.

1.7 Recommended Configuration Sequence

Provides a step-by-step guide for the initial setup and configuration of the system.

Chapter 2. WMI & Setup Wizard

2.1. Web Management Interface

Details on accessing and navigating the Web Management Interface (WMI) of the controller.

2.2 Running the Wizard

Guide on utilizing the Setup Wizard for initial network configuration steps.

Chapter 3. Basic Network Settings

3.1. Network Planning

Guidelines for planning the network topology and resource utilization for deployment.

3.2. Uplink (WAN side) Configuration

Configuration steps for the WAN interface, including connection types and settings.

3.3. Downlink (LAN side) VLAN option

Configuring VLAN options for the LAN side, including Port-Based and Tag-Based modes.

Chapter 4. User Authentication Database

4.1. Authentication Database Configuration

Setting up and managing authentication sources, including built-in and external databases.

4.2. Built-in Authentication Databases

Details on configuring Local, On-Demand, and Guest authentication options.

4.3. External Authentication Options

Integrating with external servers like RADIUS, LDAP, POP3, NT Domain, and SIP.

Chapter 6. Basic Service Zone Configuration

6.1 The Concept of Service Zone

Defines Service Zones as virtual partitions of the LAN for managing networks.

6.2 Service Zone Setup

Steps for configuring Service Zones, including modes, interfaces, DHCP, and authentication.

Chapter 7. Basic AP Management (WHG Only)

7.2 Local Area AP Management

Managing Access Points connected to the local network via the controller.

7.3 Wide Area AP Management

Centrally managing Access Points deployed across the WAN.

Chapter 8. Advanced Settings for Network Environment

8.1 IPv4 / IPv6 Dual Stack Network

Configuring the controller to operate with both IPv4 and IPv6 network protocols.

8.2 User Access Control

Implementing restrictions on user or device access to the network.

8.4 Management Access

Controlling access to the web management interface by specifying authorized IP addresses.

Chapter 9. Utilities for Controller Management

9.2 Configuration Backup & Restore

Backing up and restoring the controller's configuration settings and system data.

9.3 Firmware Upgrade

Process for updating the controller's firmware to the latest version.

Chapter 10. Reports and Logs for Monitoring

10.1 System Related Status

Overview of system status, including Dashboard, System Summary, and Network Interfaces.

10.3 Logs and Reports

Accessing and summarizing system logs and user events for troubleshooting.

10.4 Reports & Notification

Configuring automatic sending of user and system reports via email, SYSLOG, or FTP.

Chapter 11. Hotspot Application

11.1 On-Demand Billing Plans

Defining terms and conditions for guest internet access and setting up billing plans.

11.2 On-Demand Billing Plan Types

Exploring various account types like Usage-time, Volume, Hotel Cut-off, and Duration-time.

11.5 Creating Accounts

Generating single or batch On-Demand accounts for guest access.

Chapter 14. VPN

14.1 Site-to-Site

Establishing secure VPN tunnels between multiple WHG Controllers over the WAN.

14.2 Remote Client

Configuring remote VPN access for users to connect to the system from remote areas.

Chapter 16. Platform Dependent Features

16.1 High Availability (HA)

Configuring redundant controllers for uninterrupted network service.

16.3 AP Simulation

Simulating WiFi signal coverage and planning AP placement for optimal performance.

Appendix A. WHG Models & Installation

WHG Controller Capacity Table

Presents a comparative table of capacities and specifications for various WHG Controller models.

Appendix D. Useful Management & Evaluation Tools

Evaluation Tools

Introduces Wireshark for packet analysis and inSSIDer for wireless scanning.

Appendix F. UI Reference Index

I. Main

Overview of the Main Menu structure and navigation to configuration pages.

III. Dashboard

Displays a summary of system status, network interfaces, and online users.

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