Edimax CAX1800 operation manual

CAX1800

User Manual

11-2019 / v1.0

Contents

I. Product Information .................................................... 1

I-1. Package Contents .................................................................. 2

I-2. System Requirements ............................................................ 4

I-3. Hardware Overview .............................................................. 4

I-4. LED Status ............................................................................. 5

II. Hardware Installation ................................... 6

III. Quick Setup (AP Mode) ................................14

IV. Basic Settings ...............................................16

IV-1. Changing IP Address ............................................................ 17

IV-2. Changing SSID For 2.4GHz Wireless Networ ......................... 18

IV-3. Configuring Security Settings of 2.4GHz wireless network .... 19

IV-4. Changing Security Setting for 5GHz wireless network .......... 21

IV-5. Changing Admin Name and Password ................................. 22

IV-6. Changing Date and Time ..................................................... 22

V. CAX1800 Settings .........................................23

V-1. Information ......................................................................... 23

i. System Information ............................................................. 24

ii. Wireless Clients ................................................................... 27

iii. Wireless Monitor ................................................................. 28

iv. DHCP Clients ........................................................................ 29

v. Log ...................................................................................... 29

V-2. Network Settings ................................................................. 31

i. LAN-side IP Address ............................................................. 31

ii. LAN Port .............................................................................. 34

iii. IGMP Snooping .................................................................... 35

iv. STP Management ................................................................ 35

v. VLAN ................................................................................... 36

V-3. Wireless Settings ................................................................. 37

i. Basic (2.4GHz 11bgn) ........................................................... 38

ii. Advanced (2.4GHz 11bgn) ................................................... 41

iii. Security (2.4GHz 11bgn) ...................................................... 44

iv. WDS (2.4GHz 11bgn) ........................................................... 46

v. Guest Network (2.4GHz 11bgn) ........................................... 48

vi. 5GHz 11ac 11an ................................................................... 48

vii. WPS .................................................................................... 49

viii. RADIUS (RADIUS Settings) .............................................. 49

ix. Internal Server ..................................................................... 51

x. RADIUS Accounts ................................................................. 53

xi. MAC Filter ........................................................................... 55

xii. WMM .................................................................................. 57

xiii. Schedule ......................................................................... 59

xiv. Traffic Shaping ............................................................... 61

xv. Bandsteering ....................................................................... 62

V-4. Management ...................................................................... 63

i. Admin ................................................................................. 64

ii. Date and Time ..................................................................... 66

iii. Syslog Server ....................................................................... 67

iv. Ping Test ............................................................................. 69

v. Traceroute Test ................................................................... 70

V-5. Advanced ............................................................................ 71

i. LED Settings ........................................................................ 71

ii. Update Firmware ................................................................ 72

iii. Save / Restore Settings ........................................................ 73

iv. Factory Default .................................................................... 74

v. Reboot ................................................................................ 75

V-6. Operation Mode .................................................................. 76

VI. Edimax Pro NMS ..........................................77

VI-1. Quick Setup – NMS ......................................................... 78

VI-2. Webpage Layout - NMS ....................................................... 85

VI-3. NMS Features ...................................................................... 92

VI-4. Dashboard ........................................................................... 94

i. System Information ............................................................. 95

ii. Devices Information ............................................................ 95

iii. Managed AP........................................................................ 96

iv. Managed AP Group ............................................................. 98

v. Active Clients ..................................................................... 101

vi. Active Users ....................................................................... 101

VI-5. Zone Plan .......................................................................... 102

ii. Control .............................................................................. 106

VI-6. NMS Monitor ..................................................................... 108

i. AP …………………………………………………………………………………..108

ii. Managed AP Group ........................................................... 111

iii. WLAN ................................................................................ 114

iv. Clients ............................................................................... 116

v. Users ................................................................................. 117

vi. Rogue Devices ................................................................... 118

vii. Information ....................................................................... 119

VI-7. NMS Settings ..................................................................... 123

i. Access Point ...................................................................... 123

ii. WLAN ................................................................................ 140

iii. RADIUS .............................................................................. 145

iv. Access Control ................................................................... 153

v. Guest Network .................................................................. 156

vi. Users ................................................................................. 160

vii. Guest Portal ...................................................................... 161

viii. Zone Edit ...................................................................... 171

ix. Schedule ............................................................................ 173

x. Smart Roaming ................................................................. 174

xi. Device Monitoring ............................................................. 175

xii. Firmware Upgrade ............................................................ 176

xiii. Advanced ..................................................................... 177

VI-8. Local Network ................................................................... 179

i. Network Settings ............................................................... 179

ii. 2.4GHz 11bgn .................................................................... 184

iii. 5GHz 11ac 11an ................................................................. 199

iv. WPS .................................................................................. 209

v. RADIUS .............................................................................. 211

vi. MAC Filter ......................................................................... 216

vii. WMM ................................................................................ 218

viii. Schedule ....................................................................... 220

VI-9. Local Settings .................................................................... 222

i. Operation Mode ................................................................ 222

ii. Management .................................................................... 230

iv. Advanced .......................................................................... 235

VI-10. Toolbox ............................................................................. 240

i. Network Connectivity ........................................................ 240

VII. WPS ........................................................... 242

VIII. Reset .......................................................... 244

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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I-1. Package Contents

CAX1800

Ceiling Mount Bracket

Ethernet Cable

Ceiling Mount Screw Template

Manual

T-Rail Mounting Kit & Screws

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Screws Size:

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I-2. System Requirements

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- Existing cable/DSL modem & router

- Computer with web browser for AP configuration

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 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.

II-3. Mounting

To mount the device to a ceiling, please follow the instructions below and
refer to diagram A & B.

Wooden Ceiling:

Please refer to the figure below:

1. By using the holes A on the ceiling bracket, identify and mark correct

screw positions of the desired mounting location.

2. Where necessary, drill a hole (of radius smaller than the radius of the

provided screws) on each of the marked screw positions.

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3. Fix the ceiling mount bracket to the desired location by inserting the

A

A

B

B

C

C D D

E E F

F

ceiling fixing screws B through the bracket ceiling holes A. Tighten the
ceiling fixing screws B to the marked screw position using a screw driver
to fix the bracket in place.

4. Fix the bracket rail screws C into the holes D on the device using a

screw driver. The cap of the screws should be protruding outwardly
from the holes D.

5. Insert the bracket rail screws C into the device fixing holes E.

6. Twist the device as the bracket rail screws C slide through the bracket

rail F.
Twist the device all the way until you feel that it is fixed in position.

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Other Ceiling:

Please refer to the figure below:

1. By using the holes A on the ceiling bracket, identify and mark correct

screw positions of the desired mounting location.

2. Where necessary, drill a hole on each of the marked screw positions.

3. Insert the anchors G into the holes (use a screw driver where necessary)

at the marked screw positions.

4. Fix the ceiling mount bracket to the desired location by inserting the

ceiling fixing screws B through the bracket ceiling holes A. Tighten the
ceiling fixing screws B onto the anchors G using a screw driver to fix the
bracket to the ceiling.

5. Fix the bracket rail screws C into the holes D on the device using a

screw driver. The cap of the screws should be protruding outwardly
from the holes D.

6. Insert the bracket rail screws C into the device fixing holes E.

7. Twist the device as the bracket rail screws C slide through the bracket

rail F.
Twist the device all the way until you feel that it is fixed in position.

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E G G E A A F F B B C C D

D

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T-Rail Mount:

A A C C B B D A A

To mount the device to a T-Rail, please follow the instructions below and refer
to the diagrams below.

1. Select the correct size T-Rail bracket included in the package contents.

2. Attach the selected T-Rail brackets A to holes B using bracket fixing

screws C.

3. Clip the device onto the T-Rail D using the now attached T-Rail brackets

A.

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E

E

A

A

If you need more space between the device and the T-Rail,
additional cushion bracket E can be added between T-Rail brackets
A and holes B (use the longer screws included).

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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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IV-1. Changing IP Address

1. Go to “Network Settings” and tap “LAN-side IP Address”.

2. Enter the IP address settings you wish to use for your AP. You can use a

dynamic (DHCP) or static IP address, depending on your network
environment. Click “Apply” to save the changes and wait a few moments
for the AP to reload.

When you change your AP’s IP address, you need to use the new IP
address to access the browser based configuration interface instead
of the default IP 192.168.2.2.

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IV-2. Changing SSID For 2.4GHz Wireless Network

1. Go to “Wireless Settings”.

2. Tap “2.4GHz 11bgn”.

3. Tap “Basic”.

4. Enter the new SSID for your 2.4GHz wireless network in the “SSID1”

field and click “Apply”.

To utilize multiple 2.4GHz SSIDs, open the drop down menu labelled

“Enable SSID number” and select how many SSIDs you require. Then

enter a new SSID in the corresponding numbered fields below,
before clicking “Apply”.

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IV-3. Configuring Security Settings of 2.4GHz wireless network

1. Go to “Wireless Settings”.

2. Tap “2.4GHz 11bgn”.

3. Tap “Security”.

4. Select an “Authentication Method”, enter or select fields where

appropriate, and click “Apply”.

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If multiple SSIDs are used, specify which SSID to configure using the
“SSID” drop down menu.

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IV-4. Changing Security Setting for 5GHz wireless network

Follow the steps outlined in “Changing SSID for 2.4GHz wireless network” and
“Configuring Security Setting for 2.4GHz wireless network” but choose the

5GHz option instead.

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IV-5. Changing Admin Name and Password

1. Go to “Management”.

2. Tap “Admin”.

3. Complete the “Administrator Name” and “Administrator Password”

fields and click “Apply”.

IV-6. Changing Date and Time

1. Go to “Management”.

2. Tap “Date and Time”.

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3. Set the correct time and time zone for your AP using the drop down

menus. The AP also supports NTP (Network Time Protocol).
Alternatively, you can enter the host name or IP address of a time
server. Click “Apply” when you are finished.

You can use the “Acquire Current Time from Your PC” button if you
wish to set the AP to the same time as your PC.

Congrats! The basic settings of your AP are now configured and your AP is up
and running!

V. CAX1800 Settings

The CAX1800 features a range of advanced functions. Please open a browser
and enter the CAX1800 default IP address “192.168.2.2” to access the AP
configuration webpage.

V-1. Information

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