Edimax CAX1800 User Manual
CAX1800
Quick Installation Guide
11-2019 / v1.0
Contents
I. Product Information ....................................... 1
I-1. Package Contents ......................................................................... 2
I-2. System Requirements .................................................................. 2
I-3. Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 3
I-4. LED Status .................................................................................... 4
II. Hardware Installation ................................... 5
III.Quick Setup (AP Mode) ................................. 8
IV.Basic Settings ..............................................10
IV-1. Changing IP Address ................................................................. 11
IV-2. Changing SSID For 2.4GHz Wireless Network ........................... 12
IV-3. Configuring Security Settings of 2.4GHz wireless network ....... 14
IV-4. Changing Security Setting for 5GHz wireless network .............. 15
IV-5. Changing Admin Name and Password ...................................... 16
IV-6. Changing Date and Time .......................................................... 18
V. Quick Setup – NMS ............................................. 19
VI. WPS .............................................................. 26
VII. Reset ........................................................... 28
I. Product Information
The CAX1800 with the latest emerging IEEE 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 technology
effortlessly create a reliable internet connection. Place the CAX1800 between
the router and the location where you need better wireless coverage and
enjoy high-speed wireless connection throughout your home or office.
You can find all supporting documents from the link below or via QR Code:
https://www.edimax.com/download
(Once you’ve visited the Edimax official website, please enter the model no.
“CAX1800” into the search box to search for your product.)
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CAX1800
Ceiling Mount Bracket
Ethernet Cable
Ceiling Mount Screw Template
T-Rail Mounting Kit & Screw
QIG
I-1. Package Contents
I-2. System Requirements
- Existing cable/DSL modem & router
- Computer with web browser for AP configuration
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I-3. Hardware Overview
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No.
Description
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Ethernet Port (PoE)
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Power Jack (12V/1.5A)
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Reset Button
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LED
Color
Status
Description
Blue
On
Power is on.
Flashing Slowly
Upgrading firmware.
Flashing Quickly
Resetting to factory defaults.
Red
On
Starting up.
Flashing
Error.
Off
Off
Power is off.
I-4. LED Status
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II. Hardware Installation
This section will guide you through the steps to set up your CAX1800.
Router or Switch:
Connect the AP to a router or a PoE switch using an Ethernet cable.
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II-1. Connect AP to a router
If router is used, connect the power adapter to the AP and plug the power
adapter into a power supply. Please wait a moment for the AP to start up. The
AP is ready when the LED is Blue.
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II-2. Connect AP to a PoE switch
If PoE switch is used, make sure the Ethernet cable is connected to Ethernet
port from the PoE switch. The AP will be powered by the switch.
Please wait a moment for the AP to start up. The AP is ready when the LED is
Blue.
Do not use the power adapter if you are using a PoE switch.
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III. Quick Setup (AP Mode)
This quick installation section will help you setup your AP in its default AP
mode and configure its basic settings.
Please follow the steps below:
1. Enter the AP’s default IP address “192.168.2.2” into the URL bar of a web
browser.
Please ensure to set your computer’s IP address to “192.168.2.X” where X
is a number in the range 3 ~ 100.
2. You will be prompted for a username and password. Enter the default
username “admin” and password “1234”.
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3. Home screen will be shown.
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IV. Basic Settings
In our recommendation, please check each of the settings that listed below
before using the AP.
- LAN IP Address
- 2.4GHz & 5GHz SSID & Security
- Administrator Name & Password
- Time & Date
Please note that whenever a new setting is applied to the AP, the
webpage will reload, as shown below:
Please follow the instructions below for the basic settings.
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