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CONFIGURING MAC LOCK FOR POINT TO POINT LINKS
MAC-Filter replaces MAC-Lock on the first generation Netwave hardware.
MAC-Filter is only available on devices operating as an AP. By default, it is disabled.
You can locate MAC-Filter tab by going to Networking -> WIFI -> Enable.
To enable and lock to a client radio, Click on the drop down menu and select “Allow Listed Only”.
A new dialog box will appear. Click on the new bland dialog box and click on customer, enter the MAC address of the client
radio you would like to MAC lock to and hit “Save & Apply”.
UNDERSTANDING RSSI AND SIGNAL STRENGTH
The Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) is intended to be used as an indicator of the quality of connection that exists
between an Access Point and Client radio.
The RSSI value is determined by the Signal Strength.
Signal Strength is based on a number of factors, including the output power of the radios, antenna gain and the attenuation of the
signal as it travels from the transmitter to the receiver.
Signal strength is expressed in dBm. dBm is a power ratio in decibels (dB) referenced to 1mW. Since most received signal levels
are under 1mW, negative values are typically displayed. The more negative the number, the weaker the received signal.
The following can be used as a guideline to determine signal quality
RSSI
Signal Quality
Less than -75 to -95 dBm
No Signal or intermittent operation
-75 dBm and greater
Moderate Connection
-65 dBm and greater
Solid Connection
-55 to Zero dBm
Excellent Connection
RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULT
Press and hold the reset button for 4-30 Seconds to reset the radio back to factory defaults.
Note: A simple press of the reset button will restart the radio. Holding the reset button for
longer than 30 seconds will not do anything.
Whenever the reset button is pressed, the power LED will go dark.
RESET
