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1.1 WS2000 Wireless Switch CLI Reference Guide
This guide is intended to support administrators responsible for understanding, configuring and maintaining
the Wireless Switch. This document provides information for the system administrator to use the command
line interface during the initial setup and configuration of the system. It also serves as a reference guide for
the administrator to use while updating or maintaining the system.
1.1.1 About this Document
This document contains information on all command that configure the WS2000 Wireless Switch. To view
the command syntax and a brief help on each command on your WS2000 Wireless Switch console, use the
following syntax:
admin> <command> ?
We recommend viewing this Command Line Reference Guide with Adobe Acrobat 5.0 or higher.
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1.1.2 Document Conventions
Notes and Warnings
NOTE: Indicates special tips or requirements
CAUTION: Indicates a condition that can cause equipment damage or data loss
WARNING! Indicates a condition or procedure that could result in personal injury or equip-
ment damage
CLI Conventions
command / keyword The first word is always a command. Keywords are words that must be entered
as is. Commands and keywords are mandatory.
For example, the command,
admin(network.wan)> show ip 1
is documented as
show ip <idx>
where:
• show – The command
• ip – The keyword
<variable> Variables are described with a short description enclosed within a ‘<‘ and a ‘>’
pair.
For example, the command,
admin(network.wan)> show ip 1
is documented as
show ip <idx>
where:
• show – The command – Display information.
• ip – The keyword – The IP address
• <idx> – The variable – WAN Index value.
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| The pipe symbol. This is used to separate the variables/keywords in a list.
For example, the command
admin(network.wan.vpn)> set .....
is documented as
set [ike|type|sub|remip|......]
where:
• set – The command
• [ike|type|sub|remip|...] – Indicates the different commands that can be combined with
the set command. However, only one of the above list can be used at a time.
set ike ...
set type ...
set sub ...
set remip ...
[] Of the different keywords and variables listed inside a ‘[‘ & ‘]’ pair, only one can
be used. Each choice in the list is separated with a ‘|’ (pipe) symbol.
For example, the command
admin(network.wan)> show ...
is documented as
show [ip|pppoe]
where:
• show – The command
• [ip|pppoe] – Indicates that two keywords are available for this command and only one
can be used at a time
{} Any command/keyword/variable or a combination of them inside a ‘{‘ & ‘}’ pair
is optional. All optional commands follow the same conventions as listed
above. However they are displayed italicized.
For example, the command
admin(network.wan.vpn)> list ....
is documented as
list {<name>}
Here:
• list – The command. This command can also be used as
list
• {<name>} – The optional variable <name>.. The command can also be extended as
list vpn_tunnel_01
Here the value vpn_tunnel_01 is an optional tunnel name.
values Values to be entered as shown in Blue.
For example, the command
admin(network.wan)> show ip ....
is documented as
show ip <idx>
This command’s parameter <idx> is described as under:
“<idx> – <idx> (1-8) is the Wlan Index.”
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1.2 System Overview
The WS2000 Wireless Switch provides a low-cost, feature-rich option for sites with one to six Access Ports.
The WS2000 Wireless Switch works at the center of a network’s infrastructure to seamlessly and securely
combine wireless LANs (WLANs) and wired networks. The switch sits on the network. Wireless Access Ports
connect to one of the six available ports on the switch and the external wired network (WAN) connects to a
single 10/100 Mbit/sec. WAN port.
Mobile units (MUs) associate with the switch via an Access Port. When an MU contacts the switch, the
switch cell controller services attempt to authenticate the device for access to the network.
The WS2000 Wireless Switch acts as a WAN/LAN gateway and a wired/wireless switch.
1.2.1 Management of Access Ports
This wireless switch provides six 10/100 Mbit/sec. LAN ports for internal wired or wireless traffic. Four of
these ports provide IEEE 802.3af-compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) support for devices that require power
from the Ethernet connection (such as Access Ports). Administrators can configure the six ports to
communicate with a private LAN or with an Access Port for a wireless LAN (WLAN). The switch provides up
to four extended service set identifiers (ESSIDs) for each Access Port connected to the switch.
1.2.1.1 Firewall Security
The LAN and Access Ports are placed behind a user-configurable firewall that provides stateful packet
inspection. The wireless switch performs network address translation (NAT) on packets passing to and from
the WAN port. This combination provides enhanced security by monitoring communication with the wired
network.
1.2.1.2 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Security
Administrators can configure security settings independently for each ESSID. Security settings and protocols
available with this switch include:
• Kerberos
• WEP-64
• WEP-128
• 802.1x with RADIUS
• 802.1x with Shared Key
• KeyGuard
• WPA/WPA2-TKIP
• WPA2/CCMP (802.11i)
1.2.1.3 VPN Security
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are IP-based networks that use encryption and tunneling to give users
remote access to a secure LAN. In essence, the trust relationship is extended from one LAN across the public
network to another LAN, without sacrificing security. A VPN behaves similarly to a private network; however,
because the data travels through the public network, it needs several layers of security. The WS2000
Wireless Switch acts as a robust VPN gateway.
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1.3 Hardware Overview
The WS2000 Wireless Switch provides a fully integrated solution for managing every aspect of connecting
wireless LANs (WLANs) to a wired network. This wireless switch can connect directly to a cable or DSL
modem, and can also connect to other wide area networks through a Layer 2/3 device (such as a switch or
router). The switch includes the following features:
• One WAN (RJ-45) port for connection to a DSL modem, cable modem, or any other Layer 2/3 network
device.
• Six 10/100 Mbit/sec. LAN (RJ-45) ports: four ports provide 802.3af “Power over Ethernet” (PoE) support;
the other two do not provide power.
• Each port has two LEDs, one indicating the speed of the transmission (10 or 100 Mbit/sec.), the other
indicating whether there is activity on the port. The four LAN ports with PoE have a third LED that
indicates whether power is being delivered over the line to a power device (such as an Access Port). (See
the WS 2000 Wireless Switch LED explanation for more information on the meaning of the different state
of the LEDs.)
• A DB-9 serial port for direct access to the command-line interface from a PC. Use Symbol’s Null-Modem
cable (Part No. 25-632878-0) for the best fitting connection.
• A CompactFlash slot that provides AirBEAM® support.
1.3.1 Technical Specifications
1.3.1.1 Physical Specifications
• Width: 203 mm
• Height: 38 mm
• Depth: 286 mm
• Weight: 0.64 kg
1.3.1.2 Power Specifications
• Maximum Power Consumption: 90-256 VAC, 47-63 Hz, 3A
• Operating Voltage: 48 VDC
• Operating Current: 1A
• Peak Current: 1.6A
1.3.1.3 Environmental Specifications
• Operating Temperature: 0ºC to 40ºC
• Storage Temperature: -40ºC to 70ºC
• Operating Humidity: 10% to 85% Non-condensing
• Storage Humidity: 10% to 85% Non-condensing
• Operating Altitude: 2.4 Km
• Storage Altitude: 4.6 km