Micro Base Station Download Point Configuration Guide
Hardware Setup and Documentation
Unpack computer and document the following information so it can be tracked in the future. An example Dell system is shown and this information is available from the labels on the computer case. Keep written records stapled to Base Station Checklists (download here) for entire shipments at a time.
- Model Number: Dell Optiplex Micro 3020
- SVCTAG: F8S2KL1
- Express service code: 33182613685
- Operating System: Windows 7 Professional
- Windows code: CTRB2-38DT4-QGJCK-DHHPH-FHH3G
Plug in, connect all components, and turn on the system. Place sticker the of the Ethernet port and the USB Ethernet Adapter: the stock port should be labeled "Internet Connection" while the USB Ethernet Adapter adds the second Ethernet network should be labeled "Idrive Wireless". The USB Ethernet Adapter should be permanently 2 sided taped to the case. The internet feed should be connected to the "Internet Connection" port, not the "Idrive Wireless" port.
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Software Setup
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Set BIOS to Turn On Automatically:
- Turn the computer on.
- While the computer is booting, repeatedly tap F2 to enter the BIOS menu
- Navigate to Power Management\Auto On Time
- Set it 04:00 AM, Every Day
- Apply and Exit
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System Identification:
The particular order and questions will vary depending on the system.
- Computer Name: Idrive_base
- User Name: Idriveadm
- Password: 111111 (password hint: six 1’s)
- Set windows to install updates automatically
- Do not worry about network type or time zone, for now.
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Uninstall bloatware:
Control Panel\Programs\Uninstall a Program
- Uninstall all bloatware. (The programs change with every shipment, but be on the lookout for MacAfee, Dell Protected Workspace, and Dell Watchdog)
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Set User Account Control (UAC):
Control Panel\System and Security\Action Center\Change User Account Control
- Set track to “Never Notify” ( This is so the Idrive Transfer Tool will automatically start)
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Set the Workgroup to IDRIVE:
Control Panel\System and Security\System\Advanced System Settings\Computer Name\Change...
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Set Power Plan Setting:
Control Panel\System and Security\Power Options
- Verify the Dell plan is selected, go to Change Plan Settings and click the "Put the Computer to Sleep" drop-down, select "Never"
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Internet Connection:
Control Panel\Network and Internet\Network and Sharing Center\Change Adapter Settings
- Verify internet connectivity
- Should be set to automatically get its network addresses (DHCP). This should be good by default.
- Right-click and rename the connection “Internet Connection” (There should be two connections, one connected and one unplugged. This step is for the connected one.)
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Idrive Wireless Connection:
Control Panel\Network and Internet\Network and Sharing Center\Change Adapter Settings
- Right-click and rename the connection “Idrive Wireless Connection” (There should be one connection, for the internet until you plug in the USB Ethernet Adapter and install the drivers. This step is for the unplugged one.)
- Right-click on the Idrive Wireless Connection and select properties, select “Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)”, select properties
- Set up the IP address to 192.168.0.10
- Network mask 255.255.0.0
- Default Gateway should be blank
- DNS servers should be blank and NOT automatic
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Set Network Order:
Control Panel\Network and Internet\Network and Sharing Center\Change Adapter Settings
- Ensure that the Internet Connection network and not the Idrive Wireless Connection network is accessed for the internet.
- Press ALT to make the advanced tab at the top appear
- Select Advanced Settings
- In the connections window use the arrows to ensure that Internet Connection is on top and the Idrive Wireless Connection is second, click OK
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- Click on the arrow on the taskbar in the bottom right, select customize, Click show all icons checkbox.
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Disk Partitions/Raid configuration:
Taskbar
- Check to make sure the RAID 1 set is working. Intel raid manager icon in lower right corner should have a green check mark
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Insert the Base Station USB stick:
Copy all files to the desktop, then safely eject and remove. The following files should be on the USB stick:
- idrive.cert
- winbox.exe
- Logo 1.png
- Compressed Install Files for Microsoft SQL 2008 (SqlServer or MSSQLServer.zip)
- Compressed Install Files for the latest Idrive Control Center (Idrive_server_2_6_2_live as of 9/4/2014)
- Compressed Install Files for ViewPRO and AV player (MDR_Client_V2.29)
- Shortcut to Idrive Base Station Installation Guide on this wiki
- Shortcut to Idrive Control Center 2.0 User’s Guide on this wiki
- Shortcut to Idrive X1 Installation and Operation Guide on this wiki
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Move winbox.exe to C:\
- Don't miss this step!
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Install ViewPRO and AV player:
Run the install file from the folder you copied from the USB, you do not have to extract.
- Defaults for all questions
- Delete the shortcut to ViewPRO, but leave the shortcut to AV player
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Install Microsoft SQL server 2008R2:
Run the install file from folder you copied from the USB, you do not have to extract.
- Click on “New Installation”
- Defaults for all questions EXCEPT for “Database Engine Configuration”. Set it to “Mixed Mode” and idrive2# for the password.
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Set Idrive Logo as Background:
- Right-click Logo 1.png and select "Set as Background"
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Set Idrive Logo as Screensaver:
- Move Logo 1.png to the pictures library (Start\Pictures)
- Delete the Sample Pictures folder
- Right-click the desktop
- Select Personalize
- Go to Screen Saver
- In the dropdown, select Photos
- Apply and Save
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Set Idrive Logo as Account Picture:
- Right-click the desktop
- Select Personalize
- Click Change your account picture
- Browse...
- Find and select Logo 1.png
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Set Home Page to idriveglobal.com :
- Launch Internet Explorer
- From tools (gear in the top right) select Internet Options
- Set Home page to www.idriveglobal.com
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Install Acrobat Reader:
- http://get.adobe.com/reader
- Uncheck install google toolbar/chrome etc.
- Click Download
- Select Run
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Install VLC Media Player:
- http://www.videolan.org/vlc/index.html
- Click Download
- Save to Desktop
- Right-click and run the installer as administrator
- Defaults for all questions
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Install Microsoft Security Essentials:
- http://www.microsoft.com/Security_Essentials
- Click Download
- Select Run
- Let it update and scan.
- Go to settings
- Set to full scan, Sunday @ 1AM, uncheck last two boxes
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Install Teamviewer:
- http://www.teamviewer.com/en/download
- Click Download
- Save to Desktop
- Right-click and run the installer as administrator
- Select checkboxes for Install For Remote Connection and Personal/Non-Commercial Use
- Accept license agreement
- Select Start Automatically with Windows (might be default now)
- Create a strong password and confirm it (format #Idr79p for example, and keep it to be entered in the Idrive Admin Center)
- Record the ID number that pops up
- The application will launch
- Go to Extras\Activate License, enter 09-31204-461595-555666 (with dashes)
- Go to Extras\Options\Security
- Set Windows logon to Allowed for administrators only
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Setup Windows Media Player:
- Click Start, search for "windows media player", and open Windows Media Player
- Complete default/recommended setup
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Install Dell Updates:
- Click start and search "upd" to find Dell Client System Update
- Search for and install any updates
- NOTE: there is a link to Windows Update in the top right
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Install Windows Updates:
- Click start, search "wu", and press enter to open Windows Update
- Search for and install any updates
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Restart Computer
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Specific to Customer
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Set Customer’s Time Zone:
- Click the clock in the bottom right
- Select Change date and time settings...
- Select Change time zone...
- Use the drop down to select the appropriate option
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Add Client to Partner List in Teamviewer:
- Open Teamviewer
- Log in on the right side panel (Talk to Mark if you need an account)
- Click the drop down that has the icon of a person with a plus sign
- Select Add remote computer
- Enter in the Teamviewer ID and password specific to the base station you are working with
- Set Alias to <Customer Name - Location Name>
- Select Pending Activation in the Group drop down
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Install Idrive Control Center:
Run the install file from the folder you copied from the USB, you do not have to extract.
- Before this can be run to conclusion you will require a Validation Serial Number (License). This is generated in the Idrive Admin Center.
- Find the new location in the Admin Center
- Enter the license number when prompted
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Create a Shipping Form:
Download template here.
- Enter the customer name and address under Ship To
- Enter contact name and email under Customer Contact and Account
- Adjust shipped items appropriately, default is one base station and one access point
- Enter computer information and RB Groove MACs (if applicable) in the box at the bottom
- Save at \\IDR1\Users\Idrive_support\Support\Shipping\Base Stations with name <Customer Name - Location Name>
- Print 2 copies, one for the box (Alex) and one for billing (Chrysta)
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Update Location in Admin Center:
- Find the location in Admin Center
- Click Edit Location
- In the comments box, enter the computer Service Tag, ESC, Windows Code, Serials, and RB Groove MACs
- In the Remote Access fields, enter the Teamviewer ID and password
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Transfer Ownership of the System to the Customer:
- http://support.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/change_order/exception_tag_transfer?&~ck=anavml
- Enter all required information. Info can be found in the admin center or invoice.
- NOTE: Previous owner information is Company Name - IDRIVE INC, Zip Code - 93111
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Allow Teamviewer and Control Center through Windows Firewall:
- Click Start and search for "firewall" to find Allow a program through Windows Firewall
- You may have to click Change Settings at the top
- Make sure that both boxes are checked for the 2 Teamviewer programs
- Make sure that both boxes are checked for the 3 Idrive Control Center programs
- Click Allow another program
- Click Browse...
- Direct to C:\Program Files (x86)\idrive
- Select the idriveControlCenter application
- Allow it from the list and check both boxes for it
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Shutdown, Disconnect, and Repackage the Computer:
- Make sure access points and additional hardware are with or in the box
- Print the Idrive Base Station Installation Guide and place it inside the box
- Print the Client Weekly Maintenance Routine and place it inside the box
- Both can be found on this wiki under Customer Guides
- Give all materials to shipping
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WiFi Equipment Setup
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MikroTik Groove Setup
Use the default configuration files for configuration.
Detailed configuration instructions are available Here
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BulletHP2 Setup
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connections
Attach the Antenna to the Bullet prior to powering on the unit!
The Ubiquity BulletHP2 is receives its power over the shielded ethernet cable (POE).
Plug a regular cat5 cable from the ”Idrive Wireless Connection” network port of the computer into the Lan port of the POE injector.
Plug the “FTP” (Foil Wrapped Twisted Pair) cable from the POE port of the Power injector to the NanoStation.
Plug in the POE adaptor into a wall outlet.
Verify there are lights on the unit.
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Network connectivity
The factory default IP address for the Bullet is 192.168.1.20 . The idrive wireless connection interface subnet must be changed to for the initial configuration of the NanoStation
Start>Control Panel>Network and Internet>Network and Sharing Center>Change adaptor settings, Right Click on the Idrive Wireless Connection and select properties, select “Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)” ,select properties
Set up the IP address to 192.168.1.10
When Windows 7 detects the new network (wireless router) it will ask for the network type. Chose “Public”
configuration
Launch internet explorer and enter the address http://192.168.1.20
Login as ubnt with a password of ubnt
Network Tab
Network> Network Mode: Bridge
Network> Bridge IP Address: Static
Network>Set the IP address to 192.168.0.1
Network>Set the network Mask to 255.255.0.0
Network>Set the Default Gateway to 192.168.0.1
Network>Set The Primary DNS Server to 192.168.0.1
Network> Auto IP Aliasing unchecked
Click Change
Click Apply Changes
Change Idrive Wireless Connection settings back:
Start>Control Panel>Network and Internet>Network and Sharing Center>Change adaptor settings, Right Click on the Idrive Connection and select properties, select “Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)” ,select properties
Set up the IP address to 192.168.0.10
Launch internet explorer and enter the address http://192.168.0.1
Login as ubnt with a password of ubnt
Wireless> Wireless Mode: Access Point
Wireless> SSID: bwifi (these are case sensitive)
Wireless> check Hide SSID
Wireless> Country Code: (Default is USA)
Wireless >IEEE 802.11 Mode: G mode Only
Wireless> Channel Width: 20Mhz
Wireless> Channel Shifting: Disabled
Wireless> Output Power: 20DBM
Wireless> Antenna Gain: 9dB
Click Change
Click Apply Changes
System> Administrator Username: admin
System Password : idrive#
Click Change
Click Apply Changes
Log back into the Ubiquity Bullet with the new password
Test download from a unit.
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NanoStation 2 Setup
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connections
The NanoStation is receives its power over the shielded ethernet cable (POE).
Plug a regular cat5 cable from the ”Idrive Wireless Connection” network port of the computer into the Lan port of the POE injector.
Plug the “FTP” (Foil Wrapped Twisted Pair) cable from the POE port of the Power injector to the NanoStation.
Plug in the POE adaptor into a wall outlet.
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connectivity
The factory default IP address for the NanoStation2 is 192.168.1.20 . The idrive wireless connection interface settings must be changed to for the initial configuration of the NanoStation
Start>Control Panel>Network and Internet>Network and Sharing Center>Change adaptor settings, Right Click on the Idrive Connection and select properties, select “Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)” ,select properties
Set up the IP address to 192.168.1.10
When Windows 7 detects the new network (wireless router) it will ask for the network type. Chose “Public”
*If configuring a Nanostation2 that has been returned in a demo kit, reset the device by holding down the reset button for ~10 seconds, before adjusting Idrive connection properties*
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configuration
Launch internet explorer and enter the address http://192.168.1.20
Login as ubnt with a password of ubnt
At initial login:
- Select Country : United States
- Select Language : English
- Check box to agree to terms
Click Login
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Network Tab
- Network> Network Mode: Bridge
- Network> Bridge IP Address: Static
- Network>Set the IP address to 192.168.0.1
- Network>Set the network Mask to 255.255.0.0
- Network>Set the Default Gateway to 192.168.0.1
- Network>Set The Primary DNS Server to 192.168.0.1
Click Change
Click Apply Changes
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Change the Network Adapter settings for Idrive Wireless Connection back:
- Start>Control Panel>Network and Internet>Network and Sharing Center>Change adaptor settings,
- Right Click on the Idrive Connection and select properties, select “Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)” ,select properties
- Set up the IP address to 192.168.0.10
- Save the settings
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Launch internet explorer and enter the address http://192.168.0.1
Login as ubnt with a password of ubnt
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Wireless Tab
- Wireless> Wireless Mode: Access Point
- Wireless> ESSID: bwifi (these are case sensitive)
- Wireless> Country Code: (Default is USA)
- Wireless> IEEE 802.11 Mode: G only
- Wireless> Output Power: 26DBM, check “Obey Regulatory Power”
- Wireless> 20Mhz width
- Wireless> No Channel Switching
Click Change
Click Apply Changes
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System Tab
- System> Administrator Username: admin
- System>Change Password (click on the small key next to Admin User Name)
- Current password: ubnt
- System Password : idrive#
- Confirm password : idrive#
- System>Set the Time Zone (if known, If not set it to US/East Coast)
Click Change
Click Apply Changes
Log out and then back in back into the router with the new user / password to verify
Test download from a unit.
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NanoStation M5 Wireless Bridge Setup
The NanoStationM5 (NS5)is functionally similar to the NanoStation2 (NS2) but works in the 5.8GHz frequency range (802.11a) where as the NS2 works in the 2.4GHz range. Usually there are fewer nodes in the 5.8GHz range so it is implied that better stronger connections can be created using the 5.8GHz spectrum. This configuration is for creating a wireless bridge where on NS5 connects to a remote NS5 wirelessly when a wired connection cannot be used.
If you are using this setup you will be configuring 2 NS5 devices as a Pair.
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connections
Same as NanoStation2
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connectivity
Same as NanoStation2
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configuration
Launch internet explorer and enter the address http://192.168.1.20
Login as ubnt with a password of ubnt
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Network Tab
- Network> Network Mode: Bridge
- Network> Bridge IP Address: Static
- Network>Set the IP address to (unless the site specific plan calls for something else):
- 192.168.0.1 (for Base Station side of the Bridge)
- 192.168.0.2 (for Far end of the Bridge where downloads occur)
- Network>Set the network Mask to 255.255.0.0 (for Both ends of the Bridge)
- Network>Set the Default Gateway to 192.168.0.1 (for Both ends of the Bridge)
- Network> Primary DNS Server: Leave Blank
Click Change
Click Apply Changes
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Change the Network Adapter settings for Idrive Wireless Connection back:
- Start>Control Panel>Network and Internet>Network and Sharing Center>Change adaptor settings,
- Right Click on the Idrive Connection and select properties, select “Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)” ,select properties
- Set up the IP address to 192.168.0.10
- Save the settings
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Launch internet explorer and enter the address http://192.168.0.1
Login as ubnt with a password of ubnt
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Wireless Tab
- Wireless> Wireless Mode:
- Access Point(for Base Station side of the Bridge)
- Station (for Far end of the Bridge where downloads occur)
- Wireless> WDS: Check Enable
- Wireless> SSID: idrv (these are case sensitive)
- Wireless> Hide SSID: check this box
- Wireless> Lock to AP MAC:
- No Setting(for Base Station side of the Bridge)
- MAC address for AP end of the bridge (for Far end of the Bridge where downloads occur)(this can be viewed under the Main Tab or on the box)
- Wireless> Country Code: (Default is USA)
- Wireless> IEEE 802.11 Mode: A/N Mixed
- Wireless> Output Power: 17DBM, check “Obey Regulatory Power” (not allowed?)
- Wireless> 20Mhz width
- Wireless> No Channel Switching
Click Change
Click Apply Changes
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System Tab
- System> Administrator Username: admin
- System>Change Password (click on the small key next to Admin User Name)
- Current password: ubnt
- System Password : idrive#
- Confirm password : idrive#
- System>Set the Time Zone (if known, If not set it to US/East Coast)
Click Change
Click Apply Changes
Log back into the router with the new password
Test download from a unit.
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