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Amped wireless APR175P User Manual

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User’s Guide
ProSeries High Power AC1750 Wi-Fi Access Point / Router
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ........................................................... 4
GETTING STARTED ....................................................... 5
Package Contents ........................................................... 5
LED Indicators ................................................................. 6
Side Panel Description .................................................... 7
Mounting Instructions .................................................... 8
GETTING STARTED ....................................................... 9
OPERATIONAL MODES (BASIC SETUP) ........................ 10
ROUTER MODE ............................................................. 11
ACCESS POINT MODE .................................................... 22
WDS - ACCESS POINT MODE ........................................ 29
MANAGED ACCESS POINT MODE ................................. 36
ACCESS POINT CONTROLLER MODE ............................. 37
MORE SETTINGS ........................................................ 48
DASHBOARD ............................................................. 49
System Status................................................................ 49
Operational Mode ........................................................ 50
Basic Setup .................................................................... 51
Connected Devices ....................................................... 52
WDS Settings ................................................................ 53
WI-FI SETTINGS ..........................................................54
2.4GHz Status ................................................................ 54
2.4GHz Basic Settings .................................................... 55
2.4GHz Security ............................................................. 57
2.4GHz Output Power ................................................... 59
2.4GHz Site Survey ........................................................ 60
2.4GHz WDS .................................................................. 61
2.4GHz Access Schedule ................................................ 63
2.4GHz Advanced Settings ............................................ 64
5.0GHz Status ................................................................ 66
5.0GHz Basic Settings .................................................... 67
5.0GHz Security ............................................................. 69
5.0GHz Output Power ................................................... 71
5.0GHz Site Survey ........................................................ 72
5.0GHz WDS .................................................................. 73
5.0GHz Access Schedule ................................................ 75
5.0GHz Advanced Settings ............................................ 76
WPS Settings ................................................................. 78
MAC Address Filtering ................................................... 79
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RADIUS Server ............................................................... 80
Internal RADIUS Server ................................................. 82
Radius Accounts ............................................................ 84
WMM / QoS .................................................................. 85
NETWORK SETTINGS .................................................. 86
Local Network (IPv4) ..................................................... 86
LAN Port Settings .......................................................... 87
VLAN ............................................................................. 89
Domain Redirect ........................................................... 90
Internet Network (WAN) IPv4 ....................................... 91
Advanced Settings ........................................................ 93
ADVANCED SETTINGS ................................................ 95
Port Forwarding ............................................................ 95
Port Filtering ................................................................. 96
DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) ............................................. 97
Denial of Service ........................................................... 98
IDS (Intrusion Detection System) .................................. 99
ADMINISTRATION ................................................... 100
System Status.............................................................. 100
Network Statistics ....................................................... 101
System Clock ............................................................... 102
Advanced Settings ...................................................... 103
System Logs ................................................................ 105
Alarm and LED Settings ............................................... 106
Upgrade Firmware ...................................................... 107
Save / Reload Settings ................................................. 109
Password Settings ....................................................... 110
ACCESS POINT CONTROLLER SETTINGS ..................... 111
DASHBOARD ............................................................... 115
System Status .............................................................. 115
Operational Mode ....................................................... 116
Basic Setup .................................................................. 117
Managed AP Overview ................................................ 118
Managed AP Map........................................................ 121
MANAGED AP STATUS................................................ 122
Access Points: Managed APs ....................................... 122
Access Points: Managed AP Groups ............................ 126
Wi-Fi Status: Active Wi-Fi Networks ........................... 129
Wi-Fi Status: Active Groups ........................................ 131
Connected Devices: Active Devices ............................. 132
AP Statistics ................................................................. 133
Managed AP Logs ........................................................ 134
Network Tools ............................................................. 135
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MANAGED AP SETTINGS ............................................ 136
Access Points .............................................................. 136
Wi-Fi Settings .............................................................. 141
RADIUS Server Settings ............................................... 146
Access Control ............................................................ 148
Managed AP Map Edit ................................................ 150
Firmware Upgrade ...................................................... 151
LOCAL ACCESS POINT SETTINGS ............................... 152
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................... 153
DEFAULT SETTINGS .................................................. 154
TROUBLESHOOTING & SUPPORT .............................. 155
WARRANTY & REGULATORY INFORMATION ............ 169
LEGAL NOTICES AND DISCLAIMERS………………….……..177
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Amped Wireless product. At Amped Wireless we strive to provide you with the highest quality products through innovation and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on delivering products that outperform the competition and go beyond your expectations. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. We’d love to hear from you and thank you for your support!
Email: sales@ampedwireless.com
Call: 888-573-8830
Web: www.ampedwireless.com
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GETTING STARTED
Package Contents
Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package:
ProSeries High Power AC1750 Wi-Fi Access Point / Router 3 x Detachable High Gain 3dBi Antennas Magnetic Mounting Kit & Mounting Template Setup Guide CD: User’s Guide Ethernet Cable Power Adapter
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LED Indicators
From left to right:
PoE: Indicates when there is an active PoE connection on the LAN1 wired port. LED will remain on.
USB: Indicates when there is a USB device is attached to the USB port.
5.0GHz Wi-Fi: Blinks rapidly when Wi-Fi data traffic is transmitted or received over the wireless network.
2.4GHz Wi-Fi: Blinks rapidly when Wi-Fi data traffic is transmitted or received over the wireless network.
Wired Port 2: Indicates when a networking device is connected to wired port (LAN2) on the Access Point / Router. The LED will blink rapidly when wired data traffic is transmitted or received.
Wired Port 1: Indicates when a networking device or modem is connected to wired port (LAN1 / WAN) on the
Access Point / Router. The LED will blink rapidly when wired data traffic is transmitted or received.
Status: Blinks when the Access Point / Router is booting up or resetting. Power (PWR): Indicates when the Access Point / Router is powered on. The LED will remain on.
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Side Panel Description
PWR: Power adapter port. 12V 4A.
LAN1 / WAN (PoE): Gigabit RJ-45 port with Power over Ethernet input. Connect wired devices or to a PoE
switch to use the Access Point without the power adapter. Functions as the port connected to your network in Access Point modes and WAN port in Router mode.
LAN2: Gigabit RJ-45 local network port for expanding your network.
USB: Attach USB devices to save or load settings, upgrade firmware, save system logs or load boot files.
Eject: To safely eject an attached USB device.
Console: Connect to a management console for diagnostics. (i.e. HyperTerminal)
WPS: Enables Wi-Fi Protected Setup’s push button configuration.
On/Off: Device power on/off switch.
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MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Magnetic Mounting The mounting kit included with the Access Point provides a convenient
method to mount the Access Point on a wall or ceiling. Once you have chosen the location for where you want to install the Access Point, locate the Mounting Template. Use it to mark the screw hole locations onto your wall.
Once the screw holes have been marked, locate the Magnetic Mounting Kit and use the included screws to fasten the two magnetic plates to the wall.
Once the plates are fastened, attach the Access Point to the wall plates and check that the magnets are firmly holding the Access Point to the wall.
Wall Mounting
In addition to the Magnetic Mounting Kit, the Access Point can also be mounted using the standard wall mounting clips on the bottom of the device.
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GETTING STARTED
a) Attach the included antennas to the antenna ports on the Access Point / Router. b) Power on the Access Point / Router by attaching either the power adapter to the Access Point /
Router and plugging in the other end into a power outlet or attaching a PoE Ethernet cable to LAN1 / WAN on the side panel and the other end to an active PoE switch.
c) Connect to the Access Point / Router with your computer by attaching an Ethernet cable to the LAN2
ports on the side panel or connect to the Access Point / Router’s Wi-Fi network: Amped_APR_2.4 or Amped_APR_5.0. Password: wireless
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OPERATIONAL MODES (BASIC SETUP)
The Access Point features five different operational modes that can be configured via the web menu:
- Router
- Access Point
- WDS Access Point
- Managed Access Point
- Access Point Controller
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ROUTER MODE OVERVIEW
Share a single Internet connection via a connection to a broadband modem or other Internet source and provide a secure firewall for your network. Router mode features 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz Wi-Fi connections as well as one wired port for local wired devices and switches.
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ROUTER MODE BASIC SETUP
Setup Preparations
Disconnect and power off your existing router (if you have one).
Disconnect your existing router from your computer, your broadband modem and its power outlet. If you do not have an existing router please continue to the next step.
Power off your Modem
Power off the modem by disconnecting the modem’s power adapter from the power outlet. If your modem has a backup battery, remove the backup battery from your modem. Do NOT power on the modem until prompted at a later step.
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Connect the Router to your Modem
a) Use the included Ethernet cable and connect one end of the cable to your modem.
b) Connect the other end of the cable to the blue “Modem” port on the Router.
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Power on your Modem
Plug in your modem’s power adapter and backup battery (if available):
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Attach Antennas, Power On & Connect to your Computer
a) Attach the included antennas to the antenna ports on the Access Point / Router. b) Power on the Access Point / Router by attaching either the power adapter to the Access Point /
Router and plugging in the other end into a power outlet or attaching a PoE Ethernet cable to LAN1 / WAN on the side panel and the other end to an active PoE switch.
c) Connect to the Access Point / Router with your computer by attaching an Ethernet cable to the LAN2
ports on the side panel or connect to the Access Point / Router’s Wi-Fi network: Amped_APR_2.4 or
Amped_APR_5.0. Password: wireless
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Open your Web Browser
a) Open your web browser. b) Type http://setup.ampedwireless.com
into the web address bar.
c) If the web menu fails to open, type in the following IP
address into your web address bar: http://192.168.80.1
If you have problems accessing the Web Menu… Disable third-party firewalls such as Norton, Zone Alarm or Windows Defender. Check to see that your computer is not connected to other wireless networks.
d) When prompted, enter the login and password:
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Select the Operational Mode
a) After the web menu appears, select Dashboard from
the navigation menu on the top of the page.
b) Select Operational Mode from the left hand
navigation.
c) Using the dropdown menu, select Router Mode for
the Operational Mode and click Apply.
d) When the web menu has reloaded, select Basic Setup.
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Basic Setup Wizard
Confirm that your hardware is correctly connected and Click Next to begin.
Internet Connection Detection
The Wizard will try to detect your Internet settings and configure the router. Please be patient.
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If there was a problem with the Automatic Configuration, the wizard will notify you of the issue. If you continue to have problems, contact our support department at 888-573-8820.
If the Internet connection detection was successful, you will see a green check. Click Next to continue.
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Wi-Fi Settings
The default ID of your 5.0GHz Wi-Fi network and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network is:
Amped_APR_5.0
Amped_APR_2.4
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID field. Users connecting wirelessly to the Router will use these IDs to identify your wireless network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) for your Wi-Fi networks is “wireless”.
To change them, enter a new key in the Security Key field for both 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz networks. The keys must be 8-characters minimum.
Click Next to apply your settings.
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Setup Summary
Once the Router has rebooted, it will load the Setup Summary page and provide you with the details of your setup. It is recommended that you print this page for your records.
Open a new web browser window and check that you have access to the Internet.
Additional settings can be configured using the navigation menu on the top of the Web Menu.
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ACCESS POINT MODE OVERVIEW
Access Point mode creates a new Wi-Fi network for users to connect to by connecting to a local port on your network (i.e. via a network switch or local router network port). Devices connected to the Access Point are on the same network as the router and have the ability to access files from devices on the same network. Access Point mode provides both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi connections.
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ACCESS POINT MODE BASIC SETUP
Connect the Access Point to your Router/Network:
a) Attach the antennas to the Access Point. b) Plug in the Power Adapter. c) Using the included RJ-45 Ethernet cable, attach one end to the Access Point’s LAN 1/WAN port and
the other to your router’s network port (or any available port on a network switch).
d) Connect an Ethernet cable between the Access Point’s LAN2 port and your computer’s network port
or connect to the Access Point’s Wi-Fi Network: Amped_APR_2.4 or Amped_APR_5.0, Password: wireless.
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Open your Web Browser
a) Open your web browser. b) Type http://setup.ampedwireless.com
into the web address bar.
c) If the web menu fails to open, type in the following IP
address into your web address bar: http://192.168.80.1
If you have problems accessing the Web Menu: Disable third-party firewalls such as Norton, Zone Alarm or Windows Defender. Check to see that your computer is not connected to other wireless networks.
d) When prompted, enter the login and password:
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Select the Operational Mode
a) After the web menu appears, select Dashboard from the
navigation menu on the top of the page.
b) Select Operational Mode from the left hand navigation. c) Using the dropdown menu, select Access Point Mode for the
Operational Mode and click Apply.
d) When the web menu has reloaded, select Basic Setup.
Basic Setup Wizard
Confirm that your hardware is correctly connected and Click Next to begin.
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Basic setup will detect your network settings and automatically configure the Access Point to your network.
If there was a problem with the configuration, Basic Setup will notify you of the issue. If you continue to have problems, contact our support department at 888-573-8820.
Click Next to continue.
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Wi-Fi Settings
The default Wi-Fi network ID of your 5GHz Wi-Fi network and
2.4GHz Wi-Fi network is:
Amped_APR_5.0
Amped_APR_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 wireless network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) for your Wi-Fi networks is
“wireless”.
To change them, enter a new key in the Security Key field for both
2.4GHz and 5GHz networks. The keys must be 8-characters minimum.
Click Next to apply your settings.
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Setup Summary
Once the Access Point has rebooted, it will load the Setup Summary page and provide you with the details of your setup. It is recommended that you print this page for your records.
Open a new web browser window and check that you have access to the Internet.
Additional settings can be configured using the navigation menu on the top of the Web Menu.
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WDS – ACCESS POINT MODE (WPS-AP) OVERVIEW
WDS (Wireless Distribution System) Access Point mode enables the wireless interconnection of Access Points. Access Points traditionally connect to the network via a cable (see Access Point Mode), however in WDS­Access Point mode, Access Points connect to the network wirelessly and create a wireless or wired network for devices to connect to. WDS-Access Point mode allows for multiple WDS-Access Points to be set up on a network. They function similar to that of a range extender or repeater.
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WDS – ACCESS POINT MODE (WPS-AP) BASIC SETUP
Connect the Access Point to your Router/Network:
a) Attach the antennas to the Access Point. b) Plug in the Power Adapter. c) Using the included RJ-45 Ethernet cable, attach one end to the Access Point’s LAN 1/WAN port and
the other to your router’s network port (or any available port on a network switch).
d) Connect an Ethernet cable between the Access Point’s LAN2 port and your computer’s network port
or connect to the Access Point’s Wi-Fi Network: Amped_APR_2.4 or Amped_APR_5.0, Password: wireless.
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Open your Web Browser
a) Open your web browser. b) Type in: http://setup.ampedwireless.com
into the web address bar.
c) If the web menu fails to open, type in the following IP
address into your web address bar: http://192.168.80.1
If you have problems accessing the Web Menu: Disable third-party firewalls such as Norton, Zone Alarm or Windows Defender. Check to see that your computer is not connected to other wireless networks.
d) When prompted, enter the login and password:
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Select the Operational Mode
a) After the web menu appears, select Dashboard from the
navigation menu on the top of the page.
b) Select Operational Mode from the left hand navigation. c) Using the dropdown menu, select WDS - Access Point Mode
for the Operational Mode and click Apply.
d) When the web menu has reloaded, select Basic Setup.
Basic Setup Wizard
Using the dropdown menu select which Wi-Fi frequency you wish to configure for WDS - AP mode:
- 2.4GHz only, 5GHz only, or both 2.4GHz and 5GHz.
After you have made your selection, click Next to begin.
For the purpose of this User’s Guide, we will provide instructions and
screenshots for a dual band configuration (both 2.4GHz and 5GHz).
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WDS Settings
WDS - AP mode requires additional Access Points also functioning in WDS - AP mode. Each WDS enabled Access Point connects to the other via MAC addresses. Enter the MAC addresses of the Access Points with WDS enabled into the corresponding fields that you wish to connect to.
For WDS connections to work properly, the MAC address associations must also be configured on each individual WDS enabled Access Point, not just the one you are currently configuring. For example, if you are connecting three WDS-APs, AP 1 must have
AP 2 and AP 3’s MAC address conifgured, while AP 2 has AP 1’s and
AP 3’s MAC, and AP 3 has AP 1’s and AP 2’s MAC configured.
Encryption can be used to secure your WDS connections. If you choose to use encryption (recommended), it is important that you set the same security key setting on all connected WDS enabled Access Points. Click Next to continue.
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Wi-Fi Settings
In addition to interconnecting Access Points, WDS-AP mode allows for Wi-Fi connections to the Access Point from Wi-Fi devices such as a PC or tablet.
The default Wi-Fi ID’s of your 5GHz Wi-Fi network and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network are:
Amped_APR_5.0
Amped_APR_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 wireless network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) for your Wi-Fi networks is “wireless”.
To change them, enter a new key in the Security Key field for both 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz networks. The keys must be 8-characters minimum.
Click Next to apply your settings.
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Setup Summary
Once the Access Point has rebooted, it will load the Setup Summary page and provide you with the details of your setup. It is recommended that you print this page for your records.
The Summary will display the status of each WDS connection and the signal strength of each connection. Connections with lower signal strength connections may perform slower. It is recommended to have a signal of at least 70% for the best performance.
Additional settings can be configured using the navigation menu on the top of the Web Menu.
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MANAGED ACCESS POINT MODE OVERVIEW
Managed Access Point mode functions similarly to Access Point mode however the majority of settings of the Access Point are managed remotely from a single designated Access Point Controller. This mode is typically used for deployments where multiple Access Points are installed and configuring all devices simultaneously is more convenient. Because Managed Access Points are not configured directly, there is no Basic Setup for Managed Access Points.
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ACCESS POINT CONTROLLER MODE OVERVIEW
Access Point Controller mode creates a master Access Point to manage all Access Points (up to 7 simultaneously) that are functioning in Managed Access Point mode (Access Point Controllers cannot manage other devices in Router mode, Access Point mode or WDS-Access Point mode). The Access Point Controller provides a single web based interface to manage the Wi-Fi SSID, security, VLAN, group settings, firmware upgrades and much more for all Managed Access Points. Settings can be applied at once to all devices or individually for each one.
The AP Controller has the following management topology:
The AP Controller can configure settings of Managed Access Points (up to 7) A Managed Access Point can belong to a single Access Point Group An Access Point Group can have a 2.4GHz WLAN Group and a 5.0GHz WLAN Group Each WLAN Group can have up to 16 unique WLAN networks or SSIDs
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ACCESS POINT CONTROLLER MODE BASIC SETUP
Connect the Access Point to your Router/Network:
a) Attach the antennas to the Access Point. b) Plug in the Power Adapter. c) Using the included RJ-45 Ethernet cable, attach one end to the Access Point’s LAN 1/WAN port and
the other to your router’s network port (or any available port on a network switch).
d) Connect an Ethernet cable between the Access Point’s LAN2 port and your computer’s network port
or connect to the Access Point’s Wi-Fi Network: Amped_APR_2.4 or Amped_APR_5.0, Password: wireless.
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Open your Web Browser
a) Open your web browser. b) Type http://setup.ampedwireless.com
into the web address bar.
c) If the web menu fails to open, type in the following IP
address into your web address bar: http://192.168.80.1
If you have problems accessing the Web Menu… Disable third-party firewalls such as Norton, Zone Alarm or Windows Defender. Check to see that your computer is not connected to other wireless networks.
d) When prompted, enter the login and password:
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Select the Operational Mode
a) After the web menu appears, select Dashboard from the
navigation menu on the top of the page.
b) Select Operational Mode from the left hand navigation. c) Using the dropdown menu, select Access Point Controller
Mode for the Operational Mode and click Apply.
d) When the web menu has reloaded, select Basic Setup.
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Basic Setup Wizard
Before we begin please check that:
a) All Managed Access Points are powered on. b) All Managed Access Points are set to “Managed Access Point”
operational modes. If they are not please do so from the Web Menu for each Access Point.
c) All Managed Access Points are connected to the same physical
network as the Access Point Controller. If your Access Points are on different networks or if there is a firewall or network protocols blocking communication between the Access Points, Basic Setup will not be able to discover the Access Points to configure them. Please make sure all Access Points are on the same network.
Click Next to begin.
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Managed Access Point Detection
Basic setup will scan for all available Managed Access Points on your network. This may take a minute.
Once complete a list of available Managed Access Points will appear. Select the Access Points that you wish to configure. You may select and configure up to seven Managed Access Points total. All of the Access Points you select will be configured with the same Wi-Fi settings. Once selected, click Next.
After configuring the Wi-Fi settings for the first set of Access Points, you can come back to this page to select a second group of Access Points to configure with a different set of Wi-Fi settings. Alternatively, you may also skip this step and Basic Setup will take you to the configuration page for the AP Controller’s Wi-Fi settings.
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Each Managed Access Point will have a Status displayed on the right side.
Below is a legend for each status color:
Disconnected (Grey): The Access Point cannot be reached and is not available or disconnected from the
network.
Error (Red): The AP Controller could not connect with the Access Point. This can be because of several
reasons such as an authentication error or an incompatible management protocol.
Busy (Orange): The AP Controller is in the process of configuring the Access Point. Connecting (Yellow): The AP Controller is attempting to connect to the Access Point. This includes the
authentication process of the Access Point to the AP Controller
Connected (Green): The AP Controller has successfully authenticated and connected to the Access Point. Waiting Association (Blue): The Access Point has not yet been selected for management by the AP
Controller.
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Wi-Fi Settings
Configure Wi-Fi settings (Primary and secondary network SSIDs and security) for the group of selected Managed Access Points from this page. The Access Points will all have the same settings. You can also configure the device name for each Access Point.
The default Wi-Fi ID for 5.0GHz and 2.4GHz networks is:
Amped_APR_5.0 and Amped_APR_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 wireless network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) for your Wi-Fi networks is “wireless”. To change them, enter a new key in the Security Key field for both 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz networks. The keys must be 8-characters minimum.
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Once complete, you can choose to click Apply to apply the settings and choose a new group of Managed Access Points to configure with new settings.
If you are finished, and have no other Managed Access Points to configure, click Next to continue to Wi-Fi Settings for the Access Point Controllers own Wi-Fi network.
If you make a mistake or wish to reselect a group of Managed Access Points, click Cancel to return the detected Access Point list.
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Wi-Fi Settings: AP Controller’s Local Wi-Fi
The Access Point Controller also features its own Wi-Fi networks. By
default the Access Point Controller’s Wi-Fi networks are disabled to optimize the performance of the Access Point Controller’s
management functions. You can enable them here, however, during heavy usage, this may negatively impact the performance of the Access Point Controller.
The AP Controller’s default Wi-Fi ID for 5.0GHz & 2.4GHz networks is:
Amped_APR_5.0 and Amped_APR_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 wireless network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) for your Wi-Fi networks is “wireless”.
Click Next when done to complete the Basic Setup wizard.
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Setup Summary
Once the Access Point has rebooted, it will load the Setup Summary page and provide you with the details of your setup. It is recommended that you print this page for your records.
The Summary will display the Wi-Fi settings and groups of Managed Access Points using those Wi-Fi settings. If you have configured different Wi-Fi settings for multiple Managed Access Points, scroll down to view the details of each setting. Additional settings can be configured using the navigation menu on the top of the Web Menu.
When configuring settings for Managed Access Points, it is important to understand the Controller’s management topology:
1) The AP Controller can configure settings of Managed Access Points (up to 7)
2) A Managed Access Point can belong to a single Access Point Group
3) An Access Point Group can have a 2.4GHz WLAN Group and a 5.0GHz WLAN Group
4) Each WLAN Group can have up to 16 unique WLAN networks or SSIDs
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MORE SETTINGS
The Access Point has many additional features and settings that can be configured via the Web Menu. To access these settings start with the navigation menu located on the top of the Web Menu. Once the desired menu is selected, additional navigational options will appear on the left hand side. Select the sub menus from here to access the specific settings for each option.
Note: Not all settings and features are available for all operational modes. As you change from one
operational mode to another some features and settings will be greyed out and cannot be accessed as they do not apply to the selected operational mode.
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DASHBOARD
Dashboard: System Status
The Dashboard System Status will provide you with the current status of the Access Point. It provides you with glance at general setup information such as the current operational mode, firmware version and uptime of the Access Point. From here you can quickly change the operational mode by clicking the “Change” button to the right of the operational mode.
In addition to the operational mode, the System Status also provides you with information regarding your Internet or WAN port connection, if available for your operational mode, as well as the details for your local network.
Information regarding your primary 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz Wi-Fi networks are displayed in the lower half of the page. Note, this section only shows details for the first SSID of each frequency. For information on additional SSIDs, click “View Details”.
At the bottom of the page you will find details about the Wired Port settings.
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Dashboard: Operational Mode
The Operational Mode page lets you change the operating mode of the Access Point. As described earlier, the Access Point features five different modes:
- Router
- Access Point
- WDS Access Point
- Managed Access Point
- Access Point Controller
From this page you can view your current operational mode or change the operational mode to any of the modes above. For descriptions on the features of each mode please see the operational mode overviews described in the Operational Modes (Basic Setup) section of this User’s Guide. Selecting an operational mode from the dropdown menu will also provide you with a diagram and overview of the operational mode selected. Once you have chosen a mode, click Apply to apply the changes.
The Auto-DHCP Server feature automatically manages the IP addresses within your network. When connected to a network that has a DHCP server enabled, the Access Point/Router will automatically obtain an IP from the network’s DHCP server and disable the DHCP server on the Access Point / Router to avoid any IP assignment conflicts. For users that are not familiar with how this works, it is recommended to leave Auto-DHCP server enabled on this page.
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Dashboard: Basic Setup
The Basic Setup page will provide you with a simple, step by step, wizard for configuring basic settings of the current operational mode. As you change from one operational mode to another, the Basic Setup menu will also change to cater to the settings for the selected operational mode. For more details regarding Basic Setup, please view the Operational Mode (Basic Setup) section of this User’s Guide.
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Dashboard: Connected Devices
View the details of certain devices connected to the Access Point. Since this menu may constantly change as devices connect and disconnect from the network, a page refresh option is available to automatically update the data at set intervals.
Connected devices are separated by those connected to the
2.4GHz Wi-Fi networks or 5.0GHz Wi-Fi networks. If the current operational mode is Router mode, this page will also show those devices that are connected to the router and have been provided an IP address assignment from the DHCP server of the router.
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Dashboard: WDS Settings
If the Access Point has been set to WDS-Access Point operational mode, the WDS settings page will give you a glance at the status of current WDS connections. The page provides you with information for each frequency:
2.4GHz and 5.0GHz depending on your WDS configurations. Each section will display information for each WDS connection such as their connection state and signal strength in addition to identifying each connection by its MAC address. If encryption is used for the connections, that is displayed as well.
There are also shortcuts to access the configuration menu your WDS settings in case you wish to make changes.
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WI-FI SETTINGS
2.4GHz Wi-F Settings: Status
The 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Status page provides you with a glance at basic information for your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi settings such as the Status, mode, security type, SSID among other details.
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2.4GHz Wi-F Settings: Basic Settings
The Basic Settings page allows you to adjust settings for your
2.4GHz local wireless network.
Enable Wi-Fi Radio: Disabling will turn off all 2.4GHz Wi-Fi activity. Users will no longer be able to connect wirelessly to your 2.4GHz network.
Band: Select the compatible Wi-Fi standard and speed for your
wireless network.
SSID: The identification name of a Wi-Fi network.
Active Number of SSIDs: Select the number of different SSIDs you wish to have on the 2.4GHz frequency. Each SSID will represent a network that Wi-Fi devices can see and connect to. The Access Point allows up to 16 SSIDs per frequency. Each SSID can have a different name, VLAN assignment and security key. Additional SSIDs is sometimes referred to as Guest Networks.
VLAN ID: The VLAN ID is a feature that allows you to virtually map connected devices and secure access for each SSID created. Devices that are connected to an SSID with a specific VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) ID cannot access or see devices connected to SSIDs with a different VLAN ID. For example, if SSID 1 is assigned to VLAN 1 and SSID 2 is assigned to VLAN 2, then devices connected to SSID 1 will not be able to see or access devices or files on SSID 2 (VLAN 2). VLAN IDs can range between 1 and 4094.
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Auto Channel Selection: Enable or disable auto Wi-Fi channel assignment. When enabled the Access Point will automatically choose the best Wi-Fi channel for operation.
Channel Scan Interval: Select the time intervals for when the Access Point re-checks for an optimal Wi-Fi channel to use.
Broadcast SSID: Selecting Disable Broadcast SSID will hide the visibility of the router’s 2.4GHz network SSID. Users must manually enter the SSID to connect.
BSS Basic Rate Set: The basic data rate that devices connecting to the Access Point need to support in order to connect.
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2.4GHz Wi-F Settings: Security
The Security page allows you to change the type of wireless security settings for your 2.4GHz wireless network.
SSID Selection: Using the drop down menu, you can select which network you wish to configure and may adjust the security settings below.
Broadcast SSID: Selecting Disable Broadcast SSID will hide the visibility of the selected Wi-Fi network SSID. Users must manually enter the SSID to connect.
Internet Access Only: Choose whether you wish to block Internet access for those devices connecting to the selected SSID.
Wireless Client Isolation: Enabling this feature provides an extra layer of security by preventing devices connected to the selected SSID to communicate with one another. This feature is useful in corporate environments or public hotspots.
Load Balancing: Limit the number of devices that can connect to the selected SSID. This can assist in managing the bandwidth used by each SSID. The maximum number of devices for each SSID is 50 devices.
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Authentication Method:
None: Authentication is disabled and devices are not required to enter a security key when connecting to the SSID. WEP is rated as a low level encryption and is compatible with all wireless devices and operating systems. Using WEP may slow down your wireless performance.
WPA-PSK is a medium level encryption and is supported by most wireless devices and operating systems. WPA-EAP requires that the security key is renewed during a set interval. WPA2 is a high level encryption and is supported by most wireless devices and operating systems. WPA Mixed Mode allows the use of both WPA and WPA2 at the same time.
If you are not sure which encryption type to use, we recommend you choose WPA/WPA2 Mixed Mode.
Additional Authentication Methods:
MAC: Restrict access from devices based on their MAC address stored on the MAC Address filter table. MAC + RADIUS: Restrict access from devices based on their MAC address stored on the MAC Address filter
table and based on MAC Address authentication via a RADIUS server.
RADIUS: Restrict access from devices based on MAC Address authentication via a RADIUS Server
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2.4GHz Wi-F Settings: Output Power
Adjust the output power of the Access Point to control the coverage distance of your 2.4GHz wireless network. For a smaller coverage area, you can select a lower output power. For the maximum wireless coverage, select the 100% selection.
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2.4GHz Wi-F Settings: Site Survey
Scan for local Wi-Fi networks broadcasting within the vicinity of the Access Point. This feature is useful in determining what other networks are around you and what their basic configurations are in addition to their signal strength in comparison to the Access Point. This feature can also be useful when setting up WDS-AP operational modes when needing to identify the MAC address of other WDS enabled Access Points.
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2.4GHz Wi-F Settings: WDS
WDS Settings are only available in the WDS-Access Point (WDS-AP) operational mode. If you are not using the WDS-AP operational mode please disregard this section. WDS mode allows the Access Point to interconnect with other WDS enabled Access Points and Bridges (such as the Amped Wireless REB175P ProSeries Wi-Fi Range Extender/Bridge). WDS allows you to extend your network by adding additional wirelessly connected Access Points, also referred to as a repeater, in addition to Bridges.
For WDS connections to work properly, the MAC address associations must also be configured on each individual WDS enabled Access Point, not just the one you are currently configuring. For example, if you are connecting three WDS-APs, AP 1 must have AP 2 and AP 3’s MAC address conifgured, while AP 2 has AP 1’s and AP 3’s MAC, and AP 3 has AP 1’s and AP 2’s MAC configured. Every WDS connected device must also be using the same wireless channel as all other WDS connected devices.
Encryption can be used to secure your WDS connections. If you choose to use encryption (recommended), it is important that you set the same security key setting on all connected WDS enabled Access Points and Bridges.
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To further secure a WDS connection, VLAN IDs may be assigned to the WDS connection.
Note: When using WDS, it is recommended that you configure the IP address of each WDS connected device to
use the same IP subnet and/or ensure that there is only one active router or DHCP server on the network.
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2.4GHz Wi-F Settings: Access Schedule
Access Schedules will enable or disable your 2.4GHz wireless access at a set time based on your predefined schedule. This feature is often used for restricting access to all users (such as children, employees, guests) during specific times of the day for parental control or security reasons.
a. Enable Access Schedule b. Select which days you wish for your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi
to be available
c. Select the time frame during that day that you wish for your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi to be available d. Apply Changes
Note: Make sure you have already configured your Time Zone Settings in order for your schedule to work
correctly. Time Zone Settings can be adjusted from the web menu under Administration > System Clock.
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2.4GHz Wi-F Settings: Advanced Settings
Advanced Wireless Settings should only be adjusted by technically advanced users. It is not recommended that novice users adjust these settings to avoid degrading wireless performance.
Contention Slot: Used for contention windows in WMM mode. For more information please go to the WMM section of this User’s Guide.
Preamble Type: Defines the length of the Cyclic Redundancy Check for communication between the router and roaming wireless users.
Guard Interval: Used to ensure that data transmissions do not interfere with each other. Shorter guard intervals can help to improve overall performance by marginally increasing data rates.
802.11g Protection: Increases reliability, but reduces bandwidth.
802.11n Protection: Increases reliability, but reduces bandwidth (Provides more bandwidth than 802.11g Protection).
DTIM Period: Adjusts the delivery traffic indication method period. RTS Threshold: Adjusts the size of RTS data packets. Lower values reduce throughput, but allow the system to
recover quicker from interference/collisions. Higher values provide the fastest throughput.
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Fragment Threshold: The default and recommended setting is at 2346, meaning the Router will never fragment any frames that it sends to wireless users.
Multicast Rate: Adjust the transfer rate for multicast packets or choose the “auto” setting. Beacon Interval: Indicates the frequency interval of the beacon. A beacon is a packet broadcast by the router
to synch the wireless network. Station Idle Timeout: This feature will disconnect connected devices that are no longer active based on a set
interval of time. WLAN Proxy for Power Saving: The Access Point will send an Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) packet instead
of STA packets to map IP addresses so that network devices do not need to awake from power saving mode to reply to the ARP packages from the Access Point. This feature only works when the Access Point’s DHCP server is enabled.
WLAN Integrity: This feature will ping the target IP/URL every 60 seconds to verify that a connection is active. If the ping fails five times consecutively, all of the SSIDs for the 2.4GHz radio will all be disabled. Thereafter, the Access Point will continue to ping the target IP every 60 seconds and will automatically turn on all SSIDs once the ping is successful. By default the Target IP will be the DNS or Gateway IP of the active Internet connection.
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5.0GHz Wi-F Settings: Status
The 5.0GHz Wi-Fi Status page provides you with a glance at basic information for your 5.0GHz Wi-Fi settings such as the Status, mode, security type, SSID among other details.
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5.0GHz Wi-F Settings: Basic Settings
The Basic Settings page allows you to adjust settings for your 2.4GHz local wireless network.
Enable Wi-Fi Radio: Disabling will turn off all 5.0GHz Wi-Fi activity. Users will no longer be able to connect wirelessly to your 5.0GHz network.
Band: Select the compatible Wi-Fi standard and speed for your wireless network.
SSID: The identification name of a Wi-Fi network.
Active Number of SSIDs: Select the number of different SSIDs you wish to have on the 5.0GHz frequency. Each SSID will represent a network that Wi-Fi devices can see and connect to. The Access Point allows up to 16 SSIDs per frequency. Each SSID can have a different name, VLAN assignment and security key. Additional SSIDs is sometimes referred to as Guest Networks.
VLAN ID: The VLAN ID is a feature that allows you to virtually map connected devices and secure access for each SSID created. Devices that are connected to an SSID with a specific VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) ID cannot access or see devices connected to SSIDs with a different VLAN ID. For example, if SSID 1 is assigned to VLAN 1 and SSID 2 is assigned to VLAN 2, then devices connected to SSID 1 will not be able to see or access devices or files on SSID 2 (VLAN 2). VLAN IDs can range between 1 and 4094.
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Auto Channel Selection: Enable or disable auto Wi-Fi channel assignment. When enabled the Access Point will automatically choose the best Wi-Fi channel for operation.
Channel Scan Interval: Select the time intervals for when the Access Point re-checks for an optimal Wi-Fi channel to use.
Broadcast SSID: Selecting Disable Broadcast SSID will hide the visibility of the router’s 5.0GHz network SSID. Users must manually enter the SSID to connect.
BSS Basic Rate Set: The basic data rate that devices connecting to the Access Point need to support in order to connect.
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5.0GHz Wi-F Settings: Security
The Security page allows you to change the type of wireless security settings for your 5.0GHz wireless network.
SSID Selection: Using the drop down menu, you can select which network you wish to configure and may adjust the security settings below.
Broadcast SSID: Selecting Disable Broadcast SSID will hide the visibility of the selected Wi-Fi network SSID. Users must manually enter the SSID to connect.
Internet Access Only: Choose whether you wish to block Internet access for those devices connecting to the selected SSID.
Wireless Client Isolation: Enabling this feature provides an extra layer of security by preventing devices connected to the selected SSID to communicate with one another. This feature is useful in corporate environments or public hotspots.
Load Balancing: Limit the number of devices that can connect to the selected SSID. This can assist in managing the bandwidth used by each SSID. The maximum number of devices for each SSID is 50 devices.
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Authentication Method:
None: Authentication is disabled and devices are not required to enter a security key when connecting to the SSID. WEP is rated as a low level encryption and is compatible with all wireless devices and operating systems. Using WEP may slow down your wireless performance.
WPA-PSK is a medium level encryption and is supported by most wireless devices and operating systems. WPA-EAP requires that the security key is renewed during a set interval. WPA2 is a high level encryption and is supported by most wireless devices and operating systems. WPA Mixed Mode allows the use of both WPA and WPA2 at the same time.
If you are not sure which encryption type to use, we recommend you choose WPA/WPA2 Mixed Mode.
Additional Authentication Methods:
MAC: Restrict access from devices based on their MAC address stored on the MAC Address filter table. MAC + RADIUS: Restrict access from devices based on their MAC address stored on the MAC Address filter
table and based on MAC Address authentication via a RADIUS server.
RADIUS: Restrict access from devices based on MAC Address authentication via a RADIUS Server.
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5.0GHz Wi-F Settings: Output Power
Adjust the output power of the Access Point to control the coverage distance of your 5.0GHz wireless network. For a smaller coverage area, you can select a lower output power. For the maximum wireless coverage, select the 100% selection.
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5.0GHz Wi-F Settings: Site Survey
Scan for local Wi-Fi networks broadcasting within the vicinity of the Access Point. This feature is useful in determining what other networks are around you and what their basic configurations are in addition to their signal strength in comparison to the Access Point. This feature can also be useful when setting up WDS-AP operational modes when needing to identify the MAC address of other WDS enabled Access Points.
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5.0GHz Wi-F Settings: WDS
WDS Settings are only available in the WDS-Access Point (WDS-AP) operational mode. If you are not using the WDS-AP operational mode please disregard this section. WDS mode allows the Access Point to interconnect with other WDS enabled Access Points and Bridges (such as the Amped Wireless REB175P ProSeries Wi-Fi Range Extender/Bridge). WDS allows you to extend your network by adding additional wirelessly connected Access Points, also referred to as a repeater, in addition to Bridges.
For WDS connections to work properly, the MAC address associations must also be configured on each individual WDS enabled Access Point, not just the one you are currently configuring. For example, if you are connecting three WDS-APs, AP 1 must have AP 2 and AP 3’s MAC address conifgured, while AP 2 has AP 1’s and AP 3’s MAC, and AP 3 has AP 1’s and AP 2’s MAC configured. Every WDS connected device must also be using the same wireless channel as all other WDS connected devices.
Encryption can be used to secure your WDS connections. If you choose to use encryption (recommended), it is important that you set the same security key setting on all connected WDS enabled Access Points and Bridges.
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To further secure a WDS connection, VLAN IDs may be assigned to the WDS connection.
Note: When using WDS, it is recommended that you configure the IP address of each WDS connected device to
use the same IP subnet and/or ensure that there is only one active router or DHCP server on the network.
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5.0GHz Wi-F Settings: Access Schedule
Access Schedules will enable or disable your 5.0GHz wireless access at a set time based on your predefined schedule. This feature is often used for restricting access to all users (such as children, employees, guests) during specific times of the day for parental control or security reasons.
a. Enable Access Schedule b. Select which days you wish for your 5.0GHz Wi-Fi to be available c. Select the time frame during that day that you wish for your 5.0GHz Wi-Fi to be available d. Apply Changes
Note: Make sure you have already configured your Time Zone Settings in order for your schedule to work
correctly. Time Zone Settings can be adjusted from the web menu under Administration > System Clock.
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5.0GHz Wi-F Settings: Advanced Settings
Advanced Wireless Settings should only be adjusted by technically advanced users. It is not recommended that novice users adjust these settings to avoid degrading wireless performance.
Guard Interval: Used to ensure that data transmissions do not interfere with each other. Shorter guard intervals can help to improve overall performance by marginally increasing data rates.
802.11n Protection: Increases reliability, but reduces bandwidth (Provides more bandwidth than 802.11g Protection).
DTIM Period: Adjusts the delivery traffic indication method period.
RTS Threshold: Adjusts the size of RTS data packets. Lower values reduce throughput, but allow the system to recover quicker from interference/collisions. Higher values provide the fastest throughput.
Fragment Threshold: The default and recommended setting is at 2346, meaning the Router will never fragment any frames that it sends to wireless users.
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Multicast Rate: Adjust the transfer rate for multicast packets or choose the “auto” setting.
Beacon Interval: Indicates the frequency interval of the beacon. A beacon is a packet broadcast by the router to synch the wireless network.
Station Idle Timeout: This feature will disconnect connected devices that are no longer active based on a set interval of time.
WLAN Proxy for Power Saving: The Access Point will send an Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) packet instead of STA packets to map IP addresses so that network devices do not need to awake from power saving mode to reply to the ARP packages from the Access Point. This feature only works when the Access Point’s DHCP server is enabled.
WLAN Integrity: This feature will ping the target IP/URL every 60 seconds to verify that a connection is active. If the ping fails five times consecutively, all of the SSIDs for the 5.0GHz radio will all be disabled. Thereafter, the Access Point will continue to ping the target IP every 60 seconds and will automatically turn on all SSIDs once the ping is successful. By default the Target IP will be the DNS or Gateway IP of the active Internet connection.
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WPS Settings
WPS is a Wi-Fi feature created to make Wi-Fi setup simple and easy. Some wireless routers and adapters support this feature with varying names (i.e. one touch setup or WPS).
You may enable WPS setup here by selecting the type of WPS setup you wish to use. The Router supports all types of WPS setup:
Option A: Push button: You may push the WPS button on the web menu or use the physical button on the back of the Router.
Option B: PIN: Some wireless devices use PIN number to access wireless network. If your wireless device requests for a PIN number, use the PIN code located here.
Option C: Enter PIN: If your wireless device has a PIN number, locate the number and enter it into the field. Press Start PIN when ready.
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MAC Address Filtering
MAC Address Filtering allows you to deny access or allow access to specific users connecting to the network. Each networking device has a unique address called a MAC address (a 12 digit hex number). By inputting the MAC address into the field, you can define whether that device is allowed into your network or not allowed. A MAC Address may sometimes be referred to as a Physical Address. Most networking devices have their MAC Address located on a label on the actual device.
For Windows computers with internal networking adapters, the MAC Address can be found by viewing the Network Connection Details of the network adapter. The MAC Address will be listed as the Physical Address.
Be sure to enter the MAC Address without any symbols. For example, a MAC Address of 78-DD-78-AA-78-BB would be entered as 78DD78AA78BB.
Note: Each Wi-Fi Network (WLAN/SSID) must also have MAC Filters selected as Additional Authentication methods in order for MAC Filtering to work. This can be configured here: Wi-Fi Settings > 2.4GHz or 5.0GHz Wi­Fi Settings > Security.
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RADIUS: RADIUS Server
RADIUS servers provide an additional layer of security by requiring that devices be authenticated before gaining access to a network. Authentication normally includes the use of a user name and password that is verified on a predefined database also known as the RADIUS server. The Access Point supports the use of primary and secondary (backup) RADIUS servers for each frequency: 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz. The Access Point also provides an internal RADIUS server in the event that an external RADIUS server is not available.
Note: Each Wi-Fi Network (WLAN/SSID) must also have RADIUS servers selected as Additional Authentication methods in order for the RADIUS Servers to work. This can be configured here: Wi-Fi Settings > 2.4GHz or 5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings > Security.
RADIUS Type: Select to use an Internal or external RADIUS server.
RADIUS Server: If an external RADIUS server is selected, enter the IP address of the server here.
Authentication Port: Set the UDP port used by the server to authenticate (Between 1-65535).
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Shared Secret: This is the shared password used by both your Access Point and the RADIUS server. The RADIUS server must also be using this exact password to ensure communication between the two. Enter a password (between 1-99 characters in length).
Session Timeout: Set a duration when a connected device’s session will timeout. (Between 0-86400) The timeout time begins once the connected device ceases activity with the Access Point.
Accounting: Enable or disable RADIUS accounting.
Accounting Port: Set the UDP port used by the server for accounting purposes. (Between 1-65535)
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RADIUS: Internal RADIUS Server
If you chose to use the Internal RADIUS server on the RADIUS Server settings menu you will need to configure the Access Point’s Internal, built-in, RADIUS server using this page.
Internal Server: Enable or disable the Internal Server.
EAP Internal Authentication: Select the EAP authentication type from this menu.
EAP Certificate File Format: Accepted certificate file formats are: .pfx and .p12
EAP Certificate File: Upload an EAP Certificate file if you have one available. If no certificate is uploaded the Access Point will use a self-generated certificate.
Shared Secret: This is the shared password used by both your Access Point and the RADIUS server. The RADIUS server must also be using this exact password to ensure communication between the two. Enter a password (between 1-99 characters in length).
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Session Timeout: Set a duration when a connected device’s session will timeout. (Between 0-86400) The timeout time begins once the connected device ceases activity with the Access Point.
Termination Action: Select how the Internal RADIUS server handles a termination action:
Re-authentication: Sends a RADIUS request to the Access Point
Not-Re-authentication: Sends a default termination action to the Access Point
Not-Send: No termination action is sent to the Access Point
Note: Each Wi-Fi Network (WLAN/SSID) must also have RADIUS servers selected as Additional Authentication methods in order for the RADIUS Servers to work. This can be configured here: Wi-Fi Settings > 2.4GHz or
5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings > Security.
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RADIUS: Radius Accounts
If you chose to use the Internal RADIUS server on the RADIUS Server settings menu you will need to add User Accounts to authenticate devices that are logging into your network. Enter the name of each user in the User Accounts field. For multiple entries, separate each User Account by a comma or a space. When you are done, click Add.
Note: Each Wi-Fi Network (WLAN/SSID) must also have RADIUS servers selected as Additional Authentication methods in order for the RADIUS Servers to work. This can be configured here: Wi-Fi Settings > 2.4GHz or 5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings > Security.
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WMM / QoS
WMM, also known as Wi-Fi Multimedia, prioritizes multimedia (audio, video and voice) data going over Wi-Fi to ensure that they receive the needed bandwidth to perform undeterred. Using QoS, also known as Quality of Service) WMM prioritizes data packets in the following order: Voice, Video, Best Effort, and Background. The details for each are:
Voice – Includes Voice over IP and audio streaming media packets Video – Any streaming video Best Effort – General Internet applications Background – Low priority Internet applications, such as FTP
If you are an advanced user, the values for each of these prioritizations can be further adjusted and optimized. This is not recommended if you do not understand WMM and its technicalities.
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NETWORK SETTINGS
Local Network (LAN): Local Network (IPv4)
These settings are for your local network only and do not apply to your Internet / ISP connection.
DHCP: The Access Point includes a feature to help manage the IP addresses within your network automatically. When connected to a network, the Access Point will obtain an IP address from your router and act as a DHCP Client. However, when there is no connection available, the Access Point will act as a DHCP Server. You may also manually control the IP settings of the Access Point by choosing Client, Server or Static IP from the DHCP drop down menu.
Note: If you choose to use a Static IP address for the Access Point, you will no longer be able to access the web
menu using http://setup.ampedwireless.com. You must use the assigned IP address to access the web menu.
IP Address: The IP address of the Access Point.
Subnet Mask: The subnet of the Access Point.
Default Gateway: The access point to another network, normally a router.
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DHCP Client Range: The range of IP addresses provided by the DHCP server is defined by this field. You can limit how many IP addresses are used in your network by setting a smaller or larger range.
DHCP Lease Time: The amount of time each device is given a specific IP is decided by the DHCP lease time. After the Lease Time expires, the DHCP server will assign another IP address to the device. Set Static DHCP: This allows specific devices to be given a specific IP address each time the device connects to
the network. The DHCP server will always assign the same IP address to the same device. This feature is often used for shared devices such as network printers or servers.
Auto DHCP Server: The Auto-DHCP Server feature automatically manages the IP addresses within your
network. When connected to a network that has a DHCP server enabled, the Access Point/Router will automatically obtain an IP from the network’s DHCP server and disable the DHCP server on the Access Point / Router to avoid any IP assignment conflicts. For users that are not familiar with how this works, it is recommended to leave Auto-DHCP server enabled on this page.
Local Network (LAN): LAN Port Settings
Configure settings for your Access Point’s two wired
local network ports.
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Enable / Disable – Turn the specific wired port on or off
Speed & Duplex – Select a speed for the port
Flow Control – Enable to allow the Access Point to automatically manage data requests to the wired port and avoid packet collisions
802.3az – Power saving feature that disables the port when not in use to reduce power usage
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Local Network (LAN): VLAN
Virtual Local Area Networks, also known as VLANs, is a feature that allows you to virtually map connected devices and secure access for each wired port.
VLAN ID: Devices that are connected to a wired port with a specific VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) ID cannot access or see devices connected to SSIDs or wired ports with a different VLAN ID. For example, if Wired Port #1 is assigned to VLAN 1 and Wired Port #2 is assigned to VLAN 2, then devices connected to Wired Port #1 will not be able to see or access devices or files on Wired Port #2 (VLAN 2). VLAN IDs can range between 1 and 4094.
Tagged / Untagged – VLAN enabled ports are generally categorized as tagged or untagged. This is also referred to as trunk or access. The purpose of tagging a port is to pass traffic for multiple VLANs, whereas an untagged port accepts traffic for only a single VLAN. For example, if you are connecting a switch to one of the Wired Ports on the Access Point, this would generally be a tagged port since it will be connecting to a network with multiple VLANs. To successfully configure a tagged port both ends must have the following in common: encapsulation and VLAN settings. Both sides should be configured identically for the VLAN to work properly.
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Local Network (LAN): Domain Redirect
Domain Redirect allows access to the web interface via a simple web URL: http:setup.ampedwireless.com Disabling Domain Redirect will require that you access the web menu using the IP address instead of the web URL. It is recommended that you note your IP address before disabling this mode, or refrain from disabling Domain Redirect. If you are no longer able to access the web menu and you do not have the IP address of your device a hardware reset will be required.
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Internet Network (WAN): Internet Network (WAN) IPv4
Internet settings normally applies to the Access Point when it is in Router mode. Basic Setup will assist in the initial configuration of your Internet Network settings in Router mode, however, in the case that you wish to adjust settings manually, the options on this page provides you with the tools to do this easily.
Select your Internet Connection type from the drop down menu:
Manual IP (Static): For Internet connections where the Internet provider does not provide you with an IP address automatically. If you know the IP address and DNS settings that your Internet provider uses, select this option.
Automatic/Dynamic (DHCP): This is the configuration type most often used by Internet providers. Automatic configurations are used by both DSL and Cable as well as other providers. Under the Automatic Configuration method, the Internet provider will assign your router an Internet IP address automatically.
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If for some reason you do not get an IP address and you know that your Internet provider uses DHCP, try resetting your modem. Remove the power adapter from the modem as well as the backup battery (if available). Wait about 30 seconds and then power the modem back on. You can run through the Basic Setup Wizard again to see if that fixes your Internet connection issues.
PPPoE connections normally requires login information. If you do not know the settings for your PPPoE connection, please contact your Internet provider.
PPTP and L2TP connections requires login information as well as IP address settings. If you do not know the settings for your PPTP / L2TP connection, please contact your Internet provider.
DNS Settings: Domain name server settings can be set automatically by your Internet service provider or set manually to a DNS server of your choice.
Clone MAC Address: The Router can use a MAC address that you define as its own. This is often used when an Internet Provider only authorizes one MAC address to access the Internet. Cloning the MAC address will make it so that the cloned MAC address is the only MAC address seen by the Internet Provider.
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Advanced Settings
These settings apply to the Local Network and your Internet Connection Network. If you are not familiar with these settings, please refer to a network administrator to avoid putting your network at risk.
Enable uPnP: Universal Plug and Play is a network feature that
allows uPnP enabled devices to “just work” with each other when
connected to the same network. UPnP can work across different network media, such as an Ethernet connection or wireless connection. With UPnP enabled, network devices
may change security settings within the Router’s firewall to allow access over the Internet. By default, UPnP is
disabled to avoid exposing your network to security issues.
Enable Web Server Access on WAN (Remote Management): Allows access to the Web Menu over the Internet.
Enable Ping Access on WAN: Allows users to ping the WAN interface IP address from the Internet.
Port Scan: Monitors requests to a range of server port addresses to block incoming DoS attacks.
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Enable IPsec pass through on VPN connection: Allows the IP security protocol suite to pass through on a VPN connection.
Enable PPTP pass through on VPN connection: Allows the PPTP protocol suite to pass through on a VPN connection.
Enable L2TP pass through on VPN connection: Allows the L2TP protocol suite to pass through on a VPN connection.
802.1d Spanning Tree (STP): A network protocol that ensures a loop-free topology for networks that have Ethernet bridges. The STP prevents bridge loops and allows a network design to include redundant links to provide automatic backup paths if active links fails.
Zero Config: Assigns an IP address (169.254.x.x) to any connected device that cannot obtain an IP address or when there is no DHCP server present on the network. This allows all devices to have the same subnet to enable communication with each other. Connecting devices must be in DHCP Client mode (not Static) for this feature to work.
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ADVANCED SETTINGS
Many of the features in the Advanced Settings menu are available only in the Router operational mode. If the Access Point is not in Router mode, these settings may not be available.
Port Forwarding Port Forwarding is a rule that tells the Router that if a specific type of request comes in on a specific port, then that request should be forwarded to a specific device on the private network.
Port Forwarding is often used for setting up servers, cameras and other devices that require remote access.
Enable Port Forwarding: Enables designated ports to begin forwarding.
IP Address: The IP address of the device behind the Firewall that is being designated for Port Forwarding.
Protocol: Select UDP, TCP or Both for the protocols to be forwarded.
Port Range: Select a range of ports for the designated IP address that you wish to be forwarded.
Comment: Create a name that you can use to easily identify this Port Forwarding entry.
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Port Filtering
Port Filtering is a security measure that prevents users from using specific ports for reasons other than what those ports were originally intended for. For example, TCP port 21 is traditionally used for FTP. However, there is nothing stopping a user from using port 21 for purposes other than FTP access. By enabling Port Filtering on TCP port 21, only FTP communications would be allowed. No other types of communication would be allowed on this port.
Hackers may sometimes scan for all open ports on your network as a method of hacking into your network. Port Filtering and other firewall features help to prevent this from happening.
To set up Port Filtering, select a range of ports you wish to filter. If you are trying to filter a single port, enter the port number twice. (For example, Port 21: 21 – 21) Select the Protocol of the port you are filtering. If you do not know what protocol you wish to filter, select “Both”.
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DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)
A DMZ is a network location or IP Address that is not protected by the firewall. When enabling DMZ, it is important to note that the device on the IP Address designated as part of the DMZ does not have any protection from the Router’s firewall. The device’s only security would be those built into the operating system.
As a general safety rule, devices placed on the DMZ should not have any other network connections to any other devices.
Enable DMZ: Enables the Demilitarized Zone.
DMZ Host IP Address: The designated IP Address of the network device to have unrestricted access through the Router’s Firewall.
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Denial of Service
A Denial of Service attack is an attempt by a user (or users) to make a server’s or network’s services unavailable. The user sends a server multiple requests with false return addresses.
The server will attempt to respond by sending a request back to the user; however, since the address is false, the server will wait for a response before closing the connection. When multiple requests like this occur, servers may often get overloaded with too many requests and stop functioning altogether. This is a typical DoS attack, although DoS attacks may not be limited to this type of attack.
The Router can assist in preventing these types of attacks by scanning the network for patterns of activity that represent DoS attacks. If a pattern comes in frequently, the Router can attempt to block messages containing that pattern and thus protect the server from becoming overloaded and unresponsive.
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IDS (Intrusion Detection System)
Monitor network activities for malicious activities and connection violations. IDS will allow you to block devices that repeatedly fail to connect. When “Block devices” is enabled and a device attempts to connect to the AP, but fails three times within sixty seconds, the device will be blocked for a duration of thirty minutes. (IDS works with WPA based authentication and 802.1x authentication. IDS will not work with networks using WEP security).
IDS can also email you to notify you of these failed login attempts. You will need to set up your email notification settings before notifications will work.
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