RAK7437/RAK7437C Quick Start Guide

Access the Gateway

This section presents two methods for accessing the gateway, providing different alternatives depending on the availability of the necessary resources.

Wi-Fi AP Mode

By default, the gateway operates in Wi-Fi AP Mode. This means that you can find an SSID named "RAK7437_XXXX or RAK7437C_XXXX" on your PC's Wi-Fi Network List, where "XXXX" represents the last two bytes of the gateway's MAC address.

Figure 1: Accessing the gateway via Wi-Fi AP Mode

1. Connect to the gateway's Wi-Fi.

   NOTE

   Connecting via Wi-Fi does not require a password.

2. Open a web browser and enter the IP address: 192.168.230.1

3. During your first login, you will need to set a login password. The password must meet the following criteria:

• At least 12 characters long
• Include at least one special character (!“#$%&\‘()*+,-./:;<=>?@[]^_{|}~)
• Contain at least one number
• Include at least one standard Latin letter (from the English alphabet)

Figure 1: Web UI login page

4. Click Set password to continue. You will be redirected to the LoRaWAN Statistics page.

Figure 1: LoRaWAN statistics page

5. For future logins, use the password you craeted. The default username is root.

Figure 1: Login Page with set password

WAN Port (Ethernet)

Figure 1: Accessing the gateway via WAN Port

1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the gateway port labeled ETH0(PoE+) and the other end to your PC.
2. Configure a static IP address on your PC that is in the same subnet as the gateway:

NOTE

The default IP adress of the gateway is 169.254.X.X, which is derived from the last four bits of the MAC address. For example, if the last four bits are 0F:01, the gateway IP will be 169.254.15.1. Set your PC's IP address accordingly, for intance, 169.254.15.100.

3. Open the Internet Properties of your PC, and select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).

Figure 1: Internet properties

4. Select Use the following IP address, and ensure the PC’s IP address (e.g., 169.254.15.100). Make sure the PC’s IP address is in the same subnet as the gateway. For example, if the gateway IP is 169.254.15.1, set the PC to 169.254.15.100.

Figure 1: Setting IP address of the PC

5. In a web browser, enter the gateway's IP adress (e.g., 169.254.15.1) to access the Web UI.

6. Set the login password according to the same rules as outlined in Wi-Fi mode.

7. After setting the password, the LoRaWAN Statistics page will load.

8. Use the username root along with your password for future logins.

Access the Internet

You can connect the gateway to the Internet using Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or Cellular (for LTE models). Multiple connection types can be configured simultaneously.

Connect Through Wi-Fi

Figure 1: Accessing the Internet via Wi-Fi

1. Log in to the Web UI and navigate to Network > WAN > Wi-Fi.

2. Expand the Wi-Fi section and click on Settings. Make sure the Interface is enabled.

3. Click the Scan button to select your ESSID, or manually enter the ESSID of the network by clicking Enter network (E)SSID manually.

4. Select the appropiate Encryption method and enter the corresponding Key.

5. Click Save.

   NOTE

   Assuming you have entered the correct parameter values, you should receive an IP address assigned by your Wi-Fi router's built-in DHCP server. You can use this IP address to log in through a web browser.

   For details, refer to the WisGateOS 2 User Manual>WAN>Wi-Fi.

Figure 1: Wi-Fi settings

Connect Through Ethernet

Figure 1: Accessing the Internet through Ethernet

1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the port marked ETH0(PoE+) on the gateway and the other end to your router.

   NOTE

   The router's DHCP server will automatically assign an IP address to the gateway, which you can use to access it via a web browser.

Figure 1: Connect through Ethernet settings

If additional configuration is required, refer to the WisGateOS 2 User Manual > WAN > Ethernet .

Connect Through Cellular

If your gateway supports LTE and you have inserted the SIM card, it will automatically connect to the cellular network.

However, in some regions, manual APN configuration may be necessary depending on your mobile operator.

To manually configure the APN and other LTE settings:

1. Log in to the Web UI and navigate to Network > WAN > Cellular.
2. Expand the Cellular section and click on Settings.
3. Enter the required APN, username, password, and PIN code if provided by your mobile operator.

Figure 1: Cellular settings

For parameter configuration, refer to the WisGateOS 2 User Manual > WAN > Cellular .

NOTE

Ensure that your SIM card is activated and capable of supporting data services.

Connect Through Fiber (via SFP)

If you prefer to use fiber optic connectivity, you can connect the gateway via the SFP port for high-speed internet access.

1. Insert the appropriate SFP module into the SFP port on the gateway.

2. Connect one end of the fiber optic cable (LC-LC) to the SFP module.

3. Connect the other end of the fiber optic cable to your fiber optic switch or fiber modem.

Connect to LoRaWAN® Network Server

Configure your gateway’s work mode to quickly establish a connection with a LoRaWAN® Network Server. The gateway supports three operation modes: Built-in Network Server, Packet Forwarder, and Basics™ Station.

For detailed configuration steps and explanations, refer to the LoRa Configuration Guide.