Chapter 6: Configuration and alignment
Using the installation wizard (Master Mode)
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Using the installation wizard (Master Mode)
The PTP 550 device features a guided configuration mechanism for configuring key parameters
for link operation.
This setup is accessed on the Installation page by clicking the Start Setup button.
Click Finish Setup to commit the changes to the device.
Installation wizard step 1 – Main system parameters
Attribute
Meaning
Main
Device Name The configured identifier used in an NMS such as cnMaestro
Radio Mode Master: The unit controls the point-to-point link and its maintenance. On
startup, the Master transmits until a link with the Slave is made.
Slave: The unit listens for its peer and only transmits when the peer has
been identified.
SSID SSID is a unique identifier for a wireless LAN which is specified in the
Master’s beacon. (Master Mode). SSID must be same at both ends and
different to site name.
Wireless Security Open: Slave devices attempting network entry are not subject to
security mechanisms.
WPA2: The WPA2 mechanism provides AES radio link encryption and
Slave network entry authentication. When enabled, the Slave must
register using the Authentication Pre-shared Key configured on the
Master and Slave.