Amped wireless APA2600M User Manual

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SETUP GUIDE

READ FIRST

GOT QUESTIONS?

Phone: [phone] or 909-217-3168
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support

ATHENA-AP

HIGH POWER

1

2

Connect the Access Point to your Router/Network

a

b

Connect your Computer to the Access Point

TM

AC2600 WI-FI

c

Router

(LAN port)

®

ACCESS POINT

a

Attach the antennas to the antenna connectors
on the Access Point.

Attach the Power Adapter to the Access Point’s

b

PWR

port and plug it into a power outlet.

c

Connect a cable from the Access Point's

NETWORK

port to your Router’s local network
port (LAN) or network switch.

Modem

Internet

Allow up to two (2) minutes for the Access Point
to automatically configure itself to your network.

APA2600M

Wireless Connections:

Scan for available wireless networks on your PC or
tablet and connect to one of the following networks:

NETWORK ID: Amped_AthenaAP_2.4

PASSWORD: wireless

- or -

NETWORK ID: Amped_AthenaAP_5.0

PASSWORD: wireless

Note: If your network uses static IP address assignments, you will need to manually configure the settings for

your Access Point. See the instructions on the back to access the configuration menu of the Access Point.

3

Open your Web Browser

Wired Connections:

Attach any Wired Devices
to the Access Point using
an Ethernet cable.

Enter the setup web address into your browser:

http://setup.ampedwireless.com

If the URL fails to open try: http://192.168.80.240

Recommended browsers: Google Chrome, Safari or Internet Explorer (8.0 and up). Do not use Firefox.

ACCESSING THE WEB MENU DOES NOT REQUIRE INTERNET ACCESS. THE MENU IS SERVED FROM THE ACCESS POINT.

4

Welcome to the Setup Wizard

If this is your first time setting up the Access
Point, the Setup Wizard should automatically
load.

Be sure the Access Point is connected to
your network.

Click Next to continue.

5

If the Dashboard loads (see left image), instead
of the Setup Wizard, scroll to the bottom and
click the Setup Wizard button to access the
Wizard.

Network Connection Detection

The Wizard will detect your network settings.
Please be patient.

Once the Wizard has configured your network
settings, you should see a green check mark.

Click Next to continue.

6

Personalize your Wi-Fi Settings

The default ID of your 5GHz Wi-Fi network and

2.4GHz Wi-Fi network is: Amped_AthenaAP_5.0 or

Amped_AthenaAP_2.4

To change it, enter a new name in the SSID field. Users
connecting wirelessly to the Access Point will use these
IDs to identify your Wi-Fi networks.

The default Security Key of your Wi-Fi networks
is: wireless

To change them, enter a new key for both the 5GHz

and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi networks in the Security Key field.
The keys must be at least 8 characters long.

Create a Password for your Access Point

This password is NOT your Wi-Fi connection
password. This password is to access the web
menu of the Access Point to access additional AP
settings. Leave this blank if you do not wish to
have a password.

7

Click Apply to save your settings. The Access Point
will reboot. This process may take up to 1 minute.
The page will automatically reload after the count­down. If it does not, you may need to refresh the
page manually or check your connection to the AP.

Setup Summary

Congratulations, the Access Point is now
successfully configured and your settings are now
saved. You may now connect additional devices
directly to the 4 wired ports on the back panel or
connect wirelessly to the Access Point.

The Wizard will notify you if there is a newer
firmware for the Access Point. We recommend
that you upgrade at this time if an update
is available.

Dashboard

LED Indicator Information

GOT QUESTIONS?

?

Phone: [phone] or 909-217-3168
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support

Once you have completed the Setup Wizard, you
will now see the Dashboard when you access
http://setup.ampedwireless.com. You will not see
the Setup Wizard again. Through the Dashboard
you can further adjust settings and access the
features of the Access Point. Here you will find
features like Guest Networks, User Access Controls,
Wi-Fi Coverage Controls, Parental Controls and
many other features.

Power:

WPS:

5.0GHz Wireless Activity:

2.4GHz Wireless Activity:

Network Connection:

USB Connection:

Indicates when the Access Point is powered on. The LED will remain on.

Blinks when Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is activated and the Access Point awaits a connection.

Blinks rapidly when data traffic is transmitted or received over the 5GHz wireless network.

Blinks rapidly when data traffic is transmitted or received over the 2.4GHz wireless network.

Indicates when the Access Point is connected to your network.

Indicates when a USB storage device is connected to the USB 2.0 and/or the USB 3.0 port.

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How to Connect Wirelessly to the Access Point

Connecting to the 5GHz network requires that you have a 5GHz capable network adapter.

Windows 10

Access the taskbar on the bottom right of your
screen, tap on the Wi-Fi icon, enable Wi-Fi, and select

Amped_AthenaAP_2.4 or Amped_AthenaAP_5.0.

When prompted for a password, enter "wireless".

Amped_AthenaAP

Network01

Network02

Mac OS X

Click on the Wireless icon to see available wireless
networks. Select Amped_AthenaAP_2.4 or

Amped_AthenaAP_5.0 network. When prompted for

a password, enter "wireless".

Windows 8

Swipe in from the right edge to access the charms
bar, tap on Settings, select the Wi-Fi icon, and select

Amped_AthenaAP_2.4 or Amped_AthenaAP_5.0.

When prompted for a password, enter "wireless".

Amped_Athen...

iPhone

Tap on your Settings icon, select Wi-Fi, and choose
the network, Amped_AthenaAP_2.4 or

Amped_AthenaAP_5.0. When prompted for a

password, enter "wireless".

Amped_AthenaAP_5.0

Amped_Athen...

iPad Tablet

Tap the "Home" button to get to the home page.

A.

Tap the "Settings" app icon.

B.

Tap on Wi-Fi to enter the iPad’s Wi-Fi settings.

C.

Toggle the Wi-Fi "On/Off" selector switch to "On".

D.

Under "Choose a Network," select:

E .

Amped_AthenaAP_2.4 or Amped_AthenaAP_5.0

When prompted, enter the wireless security key:

F .

"wireless"

Amped_AthenaAP_5.0

Android Tablet

Tap the "Apps" menu on the tablet screen.

A.

Locate and tap the "Settings" app icon.

B.

Under "Wireless & networks," tap "Wi-Fi settings".

C.

Tap the Wi-Fi box to turn on Wi-Fi and scan.

D.

Under "Wi-Fi networks," select:

E.

Amped_AthenaAP_2.4 or Amped_AthenaAP_5.0

When prompted, enter the Password key: "wireless"

F .

Amped_RTA1750_5.0

Amped_AthenaAP_5.0

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (One-Touch Setup or Push Button Configuration)

If your Wi-Fi device has WPS one-touch setup, you can use it to connect to the Access Point:

A.

Hold down the WPS button on the Access Point (back panel) for 3 seconds. The Power LED will begin to blink.

B.

As it blinks, push the WPS button on your wireless adapter or enable WPS with the provided software for your
wireless adapter. WPS will automatically configure the connection settings for your wireless adapter to connect
to the Access Point.

Using the Features on the Access Point

The Access Point is equipped with many powerful security features through the web menu:

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Wireless Access Scheduling

Control when your Wi-Fi is on/off

Location: 2.4 or 5GHz Wi-Fi Settings > Access Schedule

User Access Control (MAC/IP)

Restrict network access to specific users

Location: Security Features > User Access

Wireless Coverage Control

Adjust the distance of your wireless network

Location: 2.4 or 5GHz Wi-Fi Settings > Wireless Coverage

Web Menu (Left Side)

If you are unfamiliar or want more information on how to set up features, please refer to the User’s Guide
at http://support.ampedwireless.com/apa2600m.

Setting a Static/Manual IP for your Access Point

If your network uses Static IP settings, you will need to set a static IP address for your Access Point. Go to
the More Settings > Network Settings menu from the navigation menu and select Disabled / Static IP from
the DHCP drop down menu. Next, enter the IP information as it relates to your network. Click Apply and the
Access Point will reboot.

Note: Accessing the web menu from http://setup.ampedwireless.com will no longer work when using a Static IP.

You will only be able to access the menu using the Static IP address assigned to the Access Point.

a

b

Additional Features

Reset the Access Point to Default Settings

There are two options to reset the Access Point back to factory default settings:

Access the Reset button through the web menu on the left side under

1

More Settings > Management > Save/Reload Settings. Select the Reset
Settings to Default.

Access the physical Reset button on the back panel of the Access Point:

2

Hold down the Reset button for five to ten (5-10) seconds. You may need
to use a pen tip or pin to access the button. Pressing the Reset button for
less than five (5) seconds will simply reboot the Access Point while saving
your existing settings.

Share USB Storage Devices

Connect a USB storage device to the USB 2.0 and/or the USB 3.0 port.

1

Log onto the web menu at http://setup.ampedwireless.com and

2

click the USB Storage tab.

3

Follow the instructions for configuring the settings to share the USB storage device.

Power On/Off

USB 2.0

Storage Port

Wired Ports

b

USB 3.0

Storage Port

c

b

d

c

Power & LED Lights On/Off

• Power On/Off: Push button to quickly turn the Access Point on or off.

• LED Lights On/Off: Push button to turn the LED indicators on

the front of the Access Point on or off.

Wired Port LEDs

• Indicates when a device is connected to a wired port (modem or local network) on the back of

the Access Point. The LED will blink rapidly when wired data traffic is transmitted or received.
Green LEDs will light up when there is an active gigabit connection.

Troubleshooting Tips

PROBLEM:

SOLUTIONS:

I entered setup.ampedwireless.com and it failed to open the Web Menu.

a. Make sure your computer is connected to the Access Point wirelessly and NOT using a network cable.
Ensure the power is plugged in and on. Try to access the setup menu again.
b. Enter the following web address into your web browser instead of ‘setup.ampedwireless.com’:
http://192.168.80.240
c. Power off (unplug the power adapter) the Access Point and power it back on. Try again.
d. Reset your Access Point to default settings by holding the Reset button (located on the back panel) for
ten (10) seconds and try again.
e. If you are using a Static IP, you will need to enter the assigned IP address into the web browser to access the
web menu. When using a Static IP, the setup.ampedwireless.com shortcut will no longer work.

LED Lights On/Off

Reset Button

c

a

PROBLEM:

SOLUTIONS:

PROBLEM:

SOLUTIONS:

I do not have Internet access when connecting to the Access Point.

a. Your router or original network may not have Internet access. First check to see if you are able to access the
Internet by connecting directly with your router. If you cannot, there is a problem with your router that needs
to be fixed first. If you are able to access the Internet, continue with the following troubleshooting options below.
b. Your router may be using Static IP assignments. If so, you will need to configure a Static IP for the Access Point.
Connect your PC to the Access Point using an Ethernet cable. Disconnect your PC from any wireless networks
that it may be connected to. Access the web menu at setup.ampedwireless.com using a web browser. Access
the IP settings menu from the left hand navigation bar. Select ‘Disabled’ under the DHCP dropdown menu and
enter an IP address that matches your router’s IP settings.

My Access Point was working fine previously, but now I can no longer access the Internet through the Access Point.

a. The settings on your router’s network may have changed or you may have lost Internet connection on your home
router. Any changes to the DHCP settings of your home router may affect the Internet connection of the
Access Point. Check the settings on your router and try again.
b. Reboot the Access Point by unplugging the power adapter and plugging it back in. Allow up to 3 minutes
for the Access Point to reconfigure itself to your network. Check to see if your connection has been
re-established by viewing a website.

If you continue to have issues setting up the Access Point, give us a call — we’re here to help: 888-573-8820 or 909-217-3168

Visit our website for more support information and answers to frequently asked questions: www.ampedwireless.com/support

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