Release Note for Allied Telesis Web-based Device GUI Version 2.12.x

Quick Guide

This document provides release notes and configuration instructions for the Allied Telesis Web-based Device GUI version 2.12.x. It covers accessing the interface, updating the software, and configuring new features such as Access Control Lists (ACLs), Passpoint, and Emergency Mode.

Accessing the Web-based GUI

To access the GUI, you must first ensure an IP address is configured on an interface. If not already configured, use the command-line interface (CLI) to set an IP address:

• Enable mode: enable
• Configure terminal: configure terminal
• Interface setup: interface vlan1
• Set IP: ip address 192.168.1.1/24

Default IP Addresses:

• Switches: 169.254.42.42
• AR-Series: 192.168.1.1

Open a web browser and navigate to the IP address. The default username is manager and the default password is friend.

Updating the GUI

Updating on Switches

1. Obtain the GUI file (e.g., awplus-gui_552_27.gui) from the Allied Telesis Software Download center.
2. Log into the GUI.
3. Navigate to System > File Management.
4. Click Upload and select the downloaded file.
5. Reboot the switch or restart the HTTP service via CLI using no service http followed by service http.

Updating on AR-Series Devices

1. Access the CLI via Serial console or SSH.
2. Run the command: update webgui now.
3. Verify the update by checking the version on the System > About page in the GUI.

New Features and Enhancements

Creating Access Control Lists (ACLs)

You can create IPv4 and IPv6 hardware ACLs to allow or block traffic. Navigate to the Security menu and select Access Control to define host groups, port groups, and apply filters to interfaces.

Simplified Passpoint Setup

On devices acting as a wireless controller, use the Network page to set up a new Passpoint network. You can use the Passpoint Basic Setup button to create a new network or copy an existing one.

Wireless Emergency Mode

Emergency Mode makes your wireless network available to the public during emergencies. You can activate this using a pre-prepared USB stick:

• Insert an empty USB stick into the controller.
• Enter a key and enable the feature in the GUI.
• Remove the USB stick.
• To activate Emergency Mode, simply insert the USB stick into the device. The port LEDs will blink to indicate activation.