ADTRAN 424RG ONT - User Manual

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Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

The ADTRAN 424 Residential Gateway ONT (Optical Network Terminal) is a device designed to provide custom modifications to a network setup, acting as a gateway for data, video, and voice services. It is a key component in a "Triple Play" service offering from a service provider, enabling internet access, communication, and entertainment.

Function Description:

The 424RG ONT serves as a residential gateway, connecting a home network to a fiber optic network. It is factory-provisioned for both 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz wireless services, allowing for flexible wireless connectivity options. Users can customize various aspects of their network, including wireless service settings, security options, and the creation of guest networks. The device is managed through a Web Graphical User Interface (GUI), which allows for easy configuration and monitoring.

Important Technical Specifications:

Board ID: 424RG
Symmetric CPU Threads: 2
Build Timestamp: 150803_0442 (August 3, 2015)
Software Version: BC.MB.D0197.M3
Bootloader (CFE) Version: 1.0.38-116.118
Wireless Driver Version: 7.14.43.2.cpe4.16L02.0-kdb
Uptime: OD OH 13M 455 (0 days, 1 hour, 13 minutes, 45 seconds)
LAN IPv4 Address: 192.168.1.254 (default IP address)
Default Gateway: 0.0.0.0
Primary DNS Server: 0.0.0.0
Secondary DNS Server: 0.0.0.0
Wireless Services: Supports both 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz bands.
SSID Designation: Up to 32 characters in length, case-sensitive.
Max Clients: 16 (for both 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz wireless services, as well as guest SSIDs).
Network Authentication: Supports WPA2-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access II - Pre-Shared Key) as a security option.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup): Supported for simplified secure connection setup.

Usage Features:

Logging In: Access to the device's GUI is achieved by typing the default IP address (192.168.1.254) into a web browser. The default username and password for login are both "user".
Wireless Service Configuration:
- Enabling/Disabling Wireless: Users can enable or disable both 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz wireless services.
- SSID Management: The device allows for setting or changing the SSID (network name) for both 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz bands.
- Guest SSIDs: The 424RG supports enabling guest SSIDs specifically for the 2.4GHz service. This feature allows guests to access the internet while restricting their access to the local network. Guest SSIDs can be named (e.g., ADTN2.4G_Guest1).
- Wireless Hotspot2.0: An option to enable Wireless Hotspot2.0 is available.
- Hide Access Point: The ability to hide the access point from active scans.
- Client Isolation: An option to isolate clients on the network.
- WMM Advertise: An option to disable WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) Advertise.
- Wireless Multicast Forwarding (WMF): An option to enable WMF.
Wireless Security Options:
- WPS Setup: WPS can be enabled to simplify the process of creating a secure connection between the gateway and wireless devices. The WPS button on the device can be pressed for 5 or more seconds for 2.4GHz service or 1 or more seconds for 5.0GHz service to automatically configure wireless security.
- Network Authentication Type: Users can select different network authentication methods, with WPA2-PSK being a common option.
- WPA/WAPI Passphrase: A password can be set for wireless services to ensure security.
- WEP Encryption: An option for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption is listed as disabled by default.
- MAC Filter: The device includes a MAC filter option for controlling access based on MAC addresses.
Device Information: The GUI provides a "Device Info" screen that displays comprehensive information about the 424RG and its WAN connection status, including hardware and software versions, uptime, and IP addresses.

Maintenance Features:

GUI Access: The Web Graphical User Interface (GUI) provides a centralized platform for managing and maintaining the device's settings.
Firmware Updates: While not explicitly detailed in the provided text, the presence of "Software Version" and "Bootloader (CFE) Version" fields suggests that the device supports firmware updates, which are crucial for security and performance maintenance.
Troubleshooting Information: The "Device Info" screen offers essential technical details that can be useful for troubleshooting network issues.
Caution against Overheating: The manual explicitly warns against setting the 424RG on its side while powered up to prevent overheating and damage, emphasizing the importance of using the provided stand for proper ventilation and longevity.
Connection Requirements: For proper operation and maintenance, the 424RG must be operational, connected to a computer, powered on, and have internet access. Data, video, and voice services must be provisioned by a technician.
Wireless Configuration Best Practices: To avoid losing wireless connection during configuration changes (e.g., SSID or security settings), it is recommended to connect the computer directly to the 424RG using an Ethernet cable.