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Edimax OAP1750 User Manual

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OAP1750
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11-2020 / v1.1
CONTENTS
I. Product Information .............................................................................. 1
II. Hardware Installation ............................................................................ 5
III. Quick Setup ........................................................................................... 8
IV. Browser Based Configuration Interface ................................................. 23
V. Appendix ............................................................................................. 96
OVERVIEW
Your access point can function in three different modes.
The default mode for your access point is AP mode.
AP mode is a regular access point for use in your wireless network.
Managed AP mode acts as a “slave” AP within the AP array (controlled by the
AP Controller “master”).
In Repeater mode the access point connects wirelessly to your existing
2.4GHz and/or 5GHz network and repeats the wireless signal(s).
I. Product Information
1. Access Point
2. Antennas (2.4G x 3 & 5G x 3)
3. Wall Mount Bracket x 1
4. CD
5. Quick Installation Guide
6. Wall/Pole Mount Screws Kits
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I-1. Package Contents
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I-2. System Requirements
A LAN (PoE)
B 3 LEDs & Reset
Protective Vents
- Existing cable/DSL modem & router
- Computer with web browser for access point configuration
I-3. Hardware Overview
A. LAN port with Power over Ethernet (PoE PD) B. 3 LEDs + Reset M-smart interface
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I-4. LED Status
LED Behavior
Power
Green
The access point is on.
Off
The access point is off.
LAN
Green
LAN port is connected.
Flashing
Activity (transferring and receiving)
Off
LAN port is unconnected.
Wireless
Green
Wireless enabled.
Flashing
Activity (transferring and receiving)
Off
Wireless disabled.
I-5. Reset
If you experience problems with your access point, you can reset the device back to its factory settings. This resets all settings back to default.
1. Press and hold the reset button on the access point for at least 10
seconds. Then release the button.
You may need to use a pencil or similar sharp object to push the reset button.
2. Wait for the access point to restart. The access point is ready for setup
when the LED is green.
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I-6. Safety Information
In order to ensure the safe operation of the device and its users, please read and act in accordance with the following safety instructions.
1. Do not place the access point in or near hot/humid places, such as a
kitchen or bathroom.
2. Do not pull any connected cable with force; carefully disconnect it from
the access point.
3. Handle the access point with care. Accidental damage will void the
warranty of the access point.
4. The device contains small parts which are a danger to small children
under 3 years old. Please keep the access point out of reach of children.
5. Do not place the access point on paper, cloth, or other flammable
materials. The access point may become hot during use.
6. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the access point. If you
experience problems with the access point, please contact your dealer of purchase and ask for help.
7. If you smell burning or see smoke coming from the access point or
power adapter, then disconnect the access point and power adapter immediately, as far as it is safely possible to do so. Call your dealer of purchase for help.
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II. Hardware Installation
1.Vertical
2.Horizontal
When using the access point in AP mode it is recommended to configure some basic settings as shown in III. Quick Setup before hardware installation.
The access point includes a mount for wall or pole which requires some assembly.
Attach the mount to the back of the access point using the twelve included M6 screws and four washers, as shown below.
Ensure your access point is securely attached to the wall mount bracket.
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II-1. Wall Mount
1. Attach the mount and access point to a wall using the included wood
screws and plugs.
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II-2. Pole Mount
1. Fix the mount and access point to a pole using the included stainless tie
back straps.
Type 1 Type 2 Type 3
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III. Quick Setup
The Long Range 802.11ac Dual-Band Concurrent Outdoor Access Point features a range of powerful functions:
- 802.11ac Dual-band Concurrent high speed wireless technology
- 32 SSIDs for Management
- SNMP v1/v2c/v3
Your access point can be up and running in just a few minutes. It can function as a standalone access point (AP mode) or as part of an AP array (Managed AP mode).
For use a Managed AP in an AP array, the access point will automatically switch mode when an AP Controller is configured as described in III-2. Edimax
Pro NMS.
III-1. AP Mode Initial Setup
1. Connect the access point to a PoE Switch or PoE Injector via Ethernet cable
which can supply power and data out.
2. Please wait a moment for the access point to start up. The access point is
ready when the LED is green.
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3. Set your computer’s IP address to 192.168.2.x where x is a number in the
range 3 – 100.
Please ensure there are no other active network connections on your computer (disconnect Wi-Fi connections and Ethernet cables).
4. Enter the access point’s default IP address 192.168.2.2 into the URL bar of
a web browser.
5. You will be prompted for a user name and password. Enter the default
username “admin” and the default password “1234”.
6. You will arrive at the “System Information” screen shown below.
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The next steps will help you to configure the following basic settings of the access point:
- LAN IP Address
- 2.4GHz & 5GHz SSID & Security
- Administrator Name & Password
- Time & Date
It is recommended you configure these settings before using the access point.
1. To change the access point’s LAN IP address, go to “Network Settings” >
“LAN-side IP Address” and you will see the screen below.
2. Enter the IP address settings you wish to use for your access point. You
can use a dynamic (DHCP) or static IP address, depending on your network
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environment. Click “Apply” to save the changes and wait a few moments
for the access point to reload.
When you change your access point’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.
3. To change the SSID of your access point’s 2.4GHz wireless network(s), go
to “Wireless Settings” > “2.4GHz 11bgn” > “Basic”. 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”.
4. To configure the security of your access point’s 2.4GHz wireless
network(s), go to “Wireless Settings” > “2.4GHz 11bgn” > “Security”.
Select an “Authentication Method” and enter a “Pre-shared Key” or “Encryption Key” depending on your choice, then click “Apply”.
If using multiple SSIDs, specify which SSID to configure using the “SSID” drop down menu.
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5. Go to “Wireless Settings” > “5GHz 11ac 11an” and repeat steps 3 & 4 for
the access point’s 5GHz wireless network.
6. To change the administrator name and password for the browser based
configuration interface, go to “Management” > “Admin”.
7. Complete the “Administrator Name” and “Administrator Password” fields
and click “Apply”.
8. To set the correct time for your access point, go to “Management” >
“Date and Time Settings”.
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9. Set the correct time and time zone for your access point using the drop
down menus. The access point also supports NTP (Network Time Protocol) so 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 access point to the same time as your PC.
10. The basic settings of your access point are now configured.
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III-2. Edimax Pro NMS
Edimax Pro Network Management Suite (NMS) supports the central management of a group of access points, otherwise known as an AP Array. NMS supports up to 16 Edimax Pro access points with no additional wireless controller required or 32 access points with the APC 500 AP controller ­reducing costs and facilitating efficient remote AP management.
Edimax Pro NMS is simple to setup. An overview of the system is shown below:
One AP (access point) is designated as the AP Controller (master) and other connected Edimax Pro APs are automatically designated as Managed APs (slaves). Using Edimax Pro NMS you can monitor, configure and manage all Managed APs (up to 32) from the single AP Controller.
The OAP1750 functions as a Managed AP and cannot act as an AP Controller.
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When using an Edimax NMS AP controller, other connected APs are automatically set to Managed APs. In the case that the AP Controller cannot find your OAP1750 as a Managed AP, you can configure the setting manually as below:
1. Ensure all APs including your OAP1750 are connected to an Ethernet or
PoE switch which is connected to a gateway/router.
You can use your router as a DHCP server or you can later configure your AP Controller as a DHCP server.
2. Ensure all APs are powered on and check LEDs.
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3. Ensure you have setup and designated one AP as the AP Controller which
will manage all other connected APs (up to 32 depending on model).
4. Connect a computer to the OAP1750 via PoE switch using an Ethernet
cable.
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5. Open a web browser and enter the OAP1750’s IP address in the address
field. The default IP address is 192.168.2.2
Your computer’s IP address must be in the same subnet as the
OAP1750. Refer to the user manual for more help.
If you changed the AP Controller’s IP address, or if your
gateway/router uses a DHCP server, ensure you enter the correct IP address. Refer to your gateway/router’s settings.
6. Enter the username & password to login. The default username &
password are admin & 1234.
7. You will arrive at the Edimax Pro NMS Dashboard. Go to “Operation
Mode” and select “Managed AP Mode” from the drop down menu.
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8. Click “Apply” to save the settings and your AP Controller & Managed APs
should be fully functional. Use Edimax NMS on your AP controller to manage & monitor your Managed APs.
Refer to your AP controller’s user manual for help with Edimax
NMS.
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III-3. Repeater Mode
When you set the operation mode to repeater mode, the AP will not get an IP
address from the router/root AP. You will need to set your computer’s IP
address and use the APs default IP address to access the UI for the first time, refer to Appendix for more help.
Wireless Settings Wireless Extender displays details about the APs wireless connection in repeater mode and enables you to connect to a source SSID and configure the new (repeater) SSID. Settings are saved as profiles.
1. Set your computer’s IP address to 192.168.2.x where x is a number in the
range 3 – 100.
Please ensure there are no other active network connections on your computer (disconnect Wi-Fi connections and Ethernet cables).
2. Enter the access point’s default IP address 192.168.2.2 into the URL bar of
a web browser.
3. You will be prompted for a user name and password. Enter the default
username “admin” and the default password “1234”.
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4. Go to Wireless Settings Wireless Extender.
5. Click Scan to search for and display available SSIDs and click Select to
connect to an available source SSID. SSIDs can be configured independently for each frequency 2.4GHz & 5GHz.
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6. Edit the new extended SSID according to your preference and enter the
security details for the source SSID, and then click Connect.
7. The AP in repeater mode will establish a connection to the source SSID and
repeat the extended SSID. The repeater AP will become a DHCP client of the router/root AP. Switch your computer back to a dynamic IP address.
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8. To access the web U.I. use the URL http://edimax.setup.com when
connected to the same network as the repeater, or check your router/root AP’s settings to determine the repeater’s new IP address.
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IV. Browser Based Configuration Interface
In Managed AP mode some functions of the browser based configuration interface are disabled. Please use Edimax Pro NMS on your Controller AP to configure your Managed AP(s).
The browser-based configuration interface enables you to configure the access point’s advanced features. The OAP1750 features a range of advanced functions such as MAC filtering, MAC RADIUS authentication, VLAN configurations, up to 32 SSIDs and many more. To access the browser based configuration interface:
1. Connect a computer to your access point using an Ethernet cable.
2. Enter your access point’s IP address in the URL bar of a web browser. The
access point’s default IP address is 192.168.2.2.
3. You will be prompted for a username and password. The default
username is “admin” and the default password is “1234”, though it was recommended that you change the password during setup (see III-2. Basic Settings).
If you cannot remember your password, reset the access point back to its factory default settings. Refer to I-5. Reset
4. You will arrive at the “System Information” screen shown below.
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5. Use the menu across the top and down the left side to navigate. Click
“Apply” to save changes and reload the access point, or “Cancel” to cancel
changes.
Please wait a few seconds for the access point to reload after you “Apply” changes, as shown below.
6. Please refer to the following chapters for full descriptions of the browser
based configuration interface features.
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IV-1. Information
Screenshots displayed are examples. The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration.
IV-1-1. System Information
The “System Information” page displays basic
system information about the access point.
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System
Model
Displays the model number of the access point.
Product Name
Displays the product name for reference, which consists of “AP” plus the MAC address.
Uptime
Displays the total time since the device was turned on.
Boot From
Displays information for the booted hardware, booted from either USB or internal memory.
Firmware Version
Displays the firmware version.
MAC Address
Displays the access point’s MAC address.
Management VLAN ID
Displays the management VLAN ID.
IP Address
Displays the IP address of this device. Click “Refresh” to update this value.
Default Gateway
Displays the IP address of the default gateway.
DNS
IP address of DNS (Domain Name Server)
DHCP Server
IP address of DHCP Server.
Wired LAN Port Settings
Wired LAN Port
Specifies which LAN port.
Status
Displays the status of the specified LAN port (connected or disconnected).
VLAN Mode/ID
Displays the VLAN mode (tagged or untagged) and VLAN ID for the specified LAN port. See IV-2-3. VLAN
Wireless 2.4GHz (5GHz)
Status
Displays the status of the 2.4GHz or 5GHz wireless (enabled or disabled).
MAC Address
Displays the access point’s MAC address.
Channel
Displays the channel number the specified wireless frequency is using for broadcast.
Transmit Power
Displays the wireless radio transmit power level as a percentage.
RSSI
Displays Received Signal Strength Indicator.
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Wireless 2.4GHZ (5GHz) / SSID
SSID
Displays the SSID name(s) for the specified frequency.
Authentication Method
Displays the authentication method for the specified SSID. See IV-3. Wireless Settings
Encryption Type
Displays the encryption type for the specified SSID. See IV-3. Wireless Settings
VLAN ID
Displays the VLAN ID for the specified SSID. See IV-2-3. VLAN
Additional Authentication
Displays the additional authentication type for the specified SSID. See IV-3. Wireless Settings
Wireless Client Isolation
Displays whether wireless client isolation is in use for the specified SSID. See IV-2-3. VLAN
Wireless 2.4GHZ (5GHz) / WDS Status
MAC Address
Displays the peer access point’s MAC address.
Encryption Type
Displays the encryption type for the specified WDS. See IV-3-1-4. WDS
VLAN Mode/ID
Displays the VLAN ID for the specified WDS. See IV-3-1-4. WDS
Refresh
Click to refresh all information.
Wireless 2.4GHZ (5GHz) / SSID
Connection Status
Current status of the repeater’s connection.
Source SSID
Displays the SSID name(s) for the repeater’s source.
Extender Mode:
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Extended SSID
Displays the SSID name(s) of the repeater.
Authentication Method
Displays the authentication method for the specified SSID. See IV-3. Wireless Settings
Encryption Type
Displays the encryption type for the specified SSID. See IV-3. Wireless Settings
MAC Address
Displays the access point’s MAC address.
Channel
Displays the channel number the specified wireless frequency is using for broadcast.
Transmit Power
Displays the wireless radio transmit power level as a percentage.
RSSI
Displays Received Signal Strength Indicator.
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IV-1-2. Wireless Clients
Refresh time
Auto Refresh Time
Select a time interval for the client table list to automatically refresh.
Manual Refresh
Click refresh to manually refresh the client table.
2.4GHz (5GHz) WLAN Client Table
SSID
Displays the SSID which the client is connected to.
MAC Address
Displays the MAC address of the client.
Tx
Displays the total data packets transmitted by the specified client.
Rx
Displays the total data packets received by the specified client.
The “Wireless Clients” page displays
information about all wireless clients
connected to the access point on the 2.4GHz or 5GHz frequency.
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Signal (%)
Displays the wireless signal strength for the specified client.
Connected Time
Displays the total time the wireless client has been connected to the access point.
Idle Time
Client idle time is the time for which the client has not transmitted any data packets i.e. is idle.
Vendor
The vendor of the client’s wireless adapter is
displayed here.
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IV-1-3. Wireless Monitor
Wireless Monitor
Site Survey
Select which frequency (or both) to scan, and click “Scan” to begin.
Channel Survey Result
After a scan is complete, click “Export” to save the results to local storage.
Site Survey Results
Ch
Displays the channel number used by the specified SSID.
SSID
Displays the SSID identified by the scan.
MAC Address
Displays the MAC address of the wireless router/access point for the specified SSID.
Security
Displays the authentication/encryption type of the specified SSID.
Wireless Monitor is a tool built into the access point to scan and monitor the surrounding
wireless environment. Select a frequency and click “Scan” to display a list of all SSIDs within range along with relevant details for each SSID.
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Signal (%)
Displays the current signal strength of the SSID.
Type
Displays the 802.11 wireless networking standard(s) of the specified SSID.
Vendor
Displays the vendor of the wireless router/access point for the specified SSID.
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IV-1-4. DHCP Client Table
DHCP Client Table
IP Address
Displays the IP address of listed DHCP client.
MAC Address
Displays the MAC address of listed DHCP client.
Expiration Time
Displays the expiration time for listed DHCP client.
enabled.
The DHCP client table displays information about DHCP clients when DHCP server is
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IV-1-5. Log
Save
Click to save the log as a file on your local computer.
Clear
Clear all log entries.
Refresh
Refresh the current log.
The system log displays system operation information such as up time and connection
processes. This information is useful for network administrators.
When the log is full, old entries are overwritten. Use the Search
function to quickly locate log entries.
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The following information/events are recorded by the log:
USB
Mount & unmount
Wireless Client
Connected & disconnected Key exchange success & fail
Authentication
Authentication fail or successful.
Association
Success or fail
WPS
M1 - M8 messages WPS success
Change Settings System Boot
Displays current model name
NTP Client Wired Link
LAN Port link status and speed status
Proxy ARP
Proxy ARP module start & stop
Bridge
Bridge start & stop.
SNMP
SNMP server start & stop.
HTTP
HTTP start & stop.
HTTPS
HTTPS start & stop.
SSH
SSH-client server start & stop.
Telnet
Telnet-client server start or stop.
WLAN (2.4G)
WLAN (2.4G] channel status and country/region status
WLAN (5G)
WLAN (5G) channel status and country/region status
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IV-2. Network Settings
LAN-side IP Address
IP Address Assignment
Select “DHCP Client” for your access point to
be assigned a dynamic IP address from your
router’s DHCP server, or select “Static IP” to
manually specify a static/fixed IP address for your access point (below).
IP Address
Specify the IP address here. This IP address will be assigned to your access point and will replace the default IP address.
Subnet Mask
Specify a subnet mask. The default value is
255.255.255.0
Screenshots displayed are examples. The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration.
IV-2-1. LAN-Side IP Address
The “LAN-side IP address” page allows you to configure your access point on your Local Area
Network (LAN). You can enable the access point to dynamically receive an IP
address from your router’s DHCP server or you can specify a static IP address
for your access point, as well as configure DNS servers.
The access point’s default IP address is 192.168.2.2.
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Default Gateway
For DHCP users, select “From DHCP” to get default gateway from your DHCP server or “User-Defined” to enter a gateway manually. For static IP users, the default value is blank.
Primary Address
DHCP users can select “From DHCP” to get primary DNS server’s IP address from DHCP or “User-Defined” to manually enter a value. For
static IP users, the default value is blank.
Secondary Address
Users can manually enter a value when DNS server’s primary address is set to
“User-Defined”.
DHCP users can select to get DNS servers’ IP address from DHCP or manually
enter a value. For static IP users, the default value is blank.
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IV-2-2. LAN Port
Wired LAN Port
Identifies LAN port number.
Enable
Enable/disable specified LAN port.
Speed & Duplex
Select a speed & duplex type for specified LAN
port, or use the “Auto” value. LAN ports can
operate up to 1000Mbps and full-duplex enables simultaneous data packets transfer/receive.
Flow Control
Enable/disable flow control. Flow control can pause new session request until current data processing is complete, in order to avoid device overloads under heavy traffic.
802.3az
Enable/disable 802.3az. 802.3az is an Energy Efficient Ethernet feature which disables unused interfaces to reduce power usage.
The “LAN Port” page allows you to
configure the settings for your access
point’s two wired LAN (Ethernet) ports.
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IV-2-3. VLAN
VLAN Interface
Wired LAN Port/Wireless
Identifies LAN port number and wireless SSIDs.
VLAN Mode
Select “Tagged Port” or “Untagged Port” for
specified LAN interface.
VLAN ID
Set a VLAN ID for specified interface, if “Untagged Port” is selected.
Management VLAN
VLAN ID
Specify the VLAN ID of the management VLAN. Only the hosts belonging to the same VLAN can manage the device.
The “VLAN” (Virtual Local Area Network)
enables you to configure VLAN settings. A VLAN is a local area network which maps
workstations virtually instead of physically and allows you to group together or isolate users from each other. VLAN IDs 1 – 4095 are supported.
VLAN IDs in the range 1 – 4095 are supported.
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IV-3. Wireless Settings
Screenshots displayed are examples. The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration.
IV-3-1. Wireless Extender
Only available in Repeater Mode
The wireless extender page displays details about the APs wireless connection in repeater
mode and enables you to connect to a source SSID and configure the new (repeater) SSID. Settings are saved as profiles. Click Scan to search for and display available SSIDs and click Select to connect to an available SSID. SSIDs can be configured independently for each frequency 2.4GHz & 5GHz.
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Wireless 2.4GHz/5GHz
Select
Click to select an SSID and display a new Create Profile window to enter security information (below).
Channel
Displays the channel number of listed SSID.
SSID
Displays the SSID.
MAC Address
Displays the MAC address of specified SSID.
Security
Displays the existing security type for listed SSID.
Signal (%)
Displays the available signal strength for listed SSID.
Type
Displays the wireless 802.11 standard for each SSID.
Wireless Create Profile
SSID
Displays the selected source SSID for this profile.
Extended SSID
Edit the new SSID for this profile.
Authentication Method
Select the source SSIDs authentication method and enter encryption key/pre-shared key.
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IV-3-2. Profile List
Wireless Create Profile
SSID
Displays the selected source SSID for this profile.
Extended SSID
Edit the new SSID for this profile.
Authentication Method
Select the source SSIDs authentication method and enter encryption key/pre-shared key.
Only available in Repeater Mode
Repeater mode settings are saved as profiles. Profiles can be edited and multiple profiles can be created to switch between profiles
easily as required. Select an existing profile and click Edit or Connect.
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IV-3-3. 2.4GHz 11bgn
The “2.4GHz 11bgn” menu allows you to view
and configure information for your access point’s 2.4GHz wireless network across five
categories: Basic, Advanced, Security, WDS & Schedule.
IV-3-3-1. Basic
The “Basic” screen displays basic settings for your access point’s 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network (s).
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Wireless
Enable or disable the access point’s 2.4GHz
wireless radio. When disabled, no 2.4GHz SSIDs will be active.
Band
Select the wireless standard used for the access point. Combinations of 802.11b,
802.11g & 802.11n can be selected.
Enable SSID Number
Select how many SSIDs to enable for the
2.4GHz frequency from the drop down menu. A maximum of 16 can be enabled.
SSID#
Enter the SSID name for the specified SSID (up to 16). The SSID can consist of any combination of up to 32 alphanumeric characters.
VLAN ID
Specify a VLAN ID for each SSID.
Auto Channel
Enable/disable auto channel selection. Auto channel selection will automatically set the
wireless channel for the access point’s 2.4GHz
frequency based on availability and potential interference. When disabled, select a channel manually as shown in the next table.
Auto Channel Range
Select a range from which the auto channel setting (above) will choose a channel.
Auto Channel Interval
Specify a frequency for how often the auto channel setting will check/reassign the
wireless channel. Check/uncheck the “Change channel even if clients are connected” box
according to your preference.
Channel Bandwidth
Set the channel bandwidth: 20MHz (lower performance but less interference), 40MHz (higher performance but potentially higher interference) or Auto (automatically select based on interference level).
BSS BasicRateSet
Set a Basic Service Set (BSS) rate: this is a series of rates to control communication frames for wireless clients.
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When auto channel is disabled, select a wireless channel manually:
Channel
Select a wireless channel from 1 – 11.
Channel Bandwidth
Set the channel bandwidth: 20MHz (lower performance but less interference), 40MHz (higher performance but potentially higher interference) or Auto (automatically select based on interference level).
BSS BasicRate Set
Set a Basic Service Set (BSS) rate: this is a series of rates to control communication frames for wireless clients.
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IV-3-3-2. Advanced
Contention Slot
Select “Short” or “Long” – this value is used for contention windows in WMM (see IV-3-6.
WMM).
Preamble Type
Set the wireless radio preamble type. The preamble type in 802.11 based wireless communication defines the length of the CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) block for communication between the access point and roaming wireless adapters. The default value is “Short Preamble”.
Guard Interval
Set the guard interval. A shorter interval can improve performance.
These settings are for experienced users only. Please do not change any of the values on this
page unless you are already familiar with these functions.
Changing these settings can adversely affect the performance of your access point.
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802.11g Protection
Enable/disable 802.11g protection, which increases reliability but reduces bandwidth (clients will send Request to Send (RTS) to access point, and access point will broadcast Clear to Send (CTS), before a packet is sent from client.)
802.11n Protection
Enable/disable 802.11n protection, which increases reliability but reduces bandwidth (clients will send Request to Send (RTS) to access point, and access point will broadcast Clear to Send (CTS), before a packet is sent from client.)
DTIM Period
Set the DTIM (delivery traffic indication message) period value of the wireless radio. The default value is 1.
RTS Threshold
Set the RTS threshold of the wireless radio. The default value is 2347.
Fragment Threshold
Set the fragment threshold of the wireless radio. The default value is 2346.
Multicast Rate
Set the transfer rate for multicast packets or use the “Auto” setting.
Tx Power
Set the power output of the wireless radio. You may not require 100% output power. Setting a lower power output can enhance security since potentially malicious/unknown users in distant areas will not be able to access your signal.
Beacon Interval
Set the beacon interval of the wireless radio. The default value is 100.
Station idle timeout
Set the interval for keepalive messages from the access point to a wireless client to verify if the station is still alive/active.
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IV-3-3-3. Security
The access point provides various security options
(wireless data encryption). When data is encrypted, information transmitted wirelessly cannot be read by anyone who does not know the correct encryption key.
It’s essential to configure wireless security in order to prevent
unauthorised access to your network.
Select hard-to-guess passwords which include combinations of numbers, letters and symbols, and change your password regularly.
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2.4GHz Wireless Security Settings
SSID Selection
Select which SSID to configure security settings for.
Broadcast SSID
Enable or disable SSID broadcast. When enabled, the SSID will be visible to clients as an available Wi-Fi network. When disabled, the SSID will not be visible as an available Wi-Fi network to clients – clients must manually enter the SSID in order to connect. A hidden (disabled) SSID is typically more secure than a visible (enabled) SSID.
Wireless Client Isolation
Enable or disable wireless client isolation. Wireless client isolation prevents clients connected to the access point from communicating with each other and improves security. Typically, this function is useful for corporate environments or public hot spots
and can prevent brute force attacks on clients’
usernames and passwords.
Load Balancing
Load balancing limits the number of wireless clients connected to an SSID. Set a load balancing value (maximum 50).
Authentication Method
Select an authentication method from the drop down menu and refer to the information below appropriate for your method.
Additional Authentication
Select an additional authentication method from the drop down menu and refer to the information below (IV-3-1-3-6.) appropriate for your method.
2.4GHz Wireless Advanced Settings
Smart Handover
Enable or disable smart handover.
RSSI Threshold
Set the Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) threshold to maintain quality connection speeds (minimum receiver sensitivity required for a connection).
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IV-3-3-3-1. No Authentication
Key Length
Select 64-bit or 128-bit. 128-bit is more secure than 64-bit and is recommended.
Key Type
Choose from “ASCII” (any alphanumerical character 0-9, a-z and A-Z) or “Hex” (any characters from 0-9, a-f and A-F).
Default Key
Select which encryption key (1 – 4 below) is the default key. For security purposes, you can set up to four keys (below) and change which is the default key.
Encryption Key 1 – 4
Enter your encryption key/password according to the format you selected above.
Key Length
Select 64-bit or 128-bit. 128-bit is more secure than 64-bit and is recommended.
WPA Type
Select from WPA/WPA2 Mixed Mode-PSK, WPA2 or WPA only. WPA2 is safer than WPA only, but not supported by all wireless clients. Please make sure your wireless client supports
Authentication is disabled and no password/key is required to connect to the access point.
Disabling wireless authentication is not recommended. When disabled, anybody within range can connect to your device’s SSID.
IV-3-3-3-2. WEP
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a basic encryption type. For a higher level of security consider using WPA encryption.
IV-3-3-3-3. IEEE802.1x/EAP
IV-3-3-3-4. WPA-PSK
WPA-PSK is a secure wireless encryption type with strong data protection and user authentication, utilizing 128-bit encryption keys.
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your selection.
Encryption
Select “TKIP/AES Mixed Mode” or “AES”
encryption type.
Key Renewal Interval
Specify a frequency for key renewal in minutes.
Pre-Shared Key Type
Choose from “Passphrase” (8 – 63 alphanumeric characters) or “Hex” (up to 64
characters from 0-9, a-f and A-F).
Pre-Shared Key
Please enter a security key/password according to the format you selected above.
WPA Type
Select from WPA/WPA2 Mixed Mode-EAP, WPA2-EAP or WPA-EAP.
Encryption Type
Select “TKIP/AES Mixed Mode” or “AES”
encryption type.
Key Renewal Interval
Specify a frequency for key renewal in minutes.
IV-3-3-3-5. WPA-EAP
WPA-EAP must be disabled to use MAC-RADIUS authentication.
IV-3-3-3-6. Additional Authentication
Additional wireless authentication methods can also be used:
WPS must be disabled to use additional authentication. See IV-3-3. for WPS settings.
MAC Address Filter
Restrict wireless clients access based on MAC address specified in the MAC filter table.
See IV-3-5.MAC Filter to configure MAC filtering.
MAC Filter & MAC-RADIUS Authentication
Restrict wireless clients access using both of the above MAC filtering & RADIUS authentication methods.
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MAC RADIUS Password
Select whether to use MAC address or password authentication via RADIUS server. If
you select “Use the following password”, enter
the password in the field below. The password
should match the “Shared Secret” used in
IV-3-4. RADIUS.
MAC-RADIUS Authentication
Restrict wireless clients access based on MAC address via a RADIUS server, or password authentication via a RADIUS server.
See IV-3-4.RADIUS to configure RADIUS servers.
WPS must be disabled to use MAC-RADIUS authentication. See IV-3-3. for WPS settings.
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IV-3-3-4. WDS
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) can bridge/repeat access points together in an
extended network. WDS settings can be configured as shown below.
When using WDS, configure the IP address of each access point to be in the same subnet and ensure there is only one active DHCP server among connected access points, preferably on the WAN side.
WDS must be configured on each access point, using correct MAC addresses. All access points should use the same wireless channel and encryption method.
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2.4GHz
WDS Functionality
Select “WDS with AP” to use WDS with access point or “WDS Dedicated Mode” to use WDS and also block communication with regular wireless clients. When WDS is used, each access point should be configured with corresponding MAC addresses, wireless channel and wireless encryption method.
Local MAC Address
Displays the MAC address of your access point.
WDS Peer Settings
WDS #
Enter the MAC address for up to four other WDS devices you wish to connect.
WDS VLAN
VLAN Mode
Specify the WDS VLAN mode to “Untagged Port” or “Tagged Port”.
VLAN ID
Specify the WDS VLAN ID when “Untagged Port” is selected above.
WDS Encryption method
Encryption
Select whether to use “None” or “AES”
encryption and enter a pre-shared key for AES consisting of 8-63 alphanumeric characters.
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IV-3-4. 5GHz 11ac 11an
Wireless
Enable or disable the access point’s 5GHz wireless radio. When disabled, no 5GHz SSIDs will be active.
Band
Select the wireless standard used for the
The “5GHz 11ac 11an” menu allows you to view
and configure information for your access point’s
5GHz wireless network across five categories: Basic, Advanced, Security, WDS & Schedule.
IV-3-4-1. Basic
The “Basic” screen displays basic settings for your access point’s 5GHz Wi-Fi network (s).
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access point. Combinations of 802.11a,
802.11n & 802.11ac can be selected.
Enable SSID Number
Select how many SSIDs to enable for the 5GHz frequency from the drop down menu. A maximum of 16 can be enabled.
SSID#
Enter the SSID name for the specified SSID (up to 16). The SSID can consist of any combination of up to 32 alphanumeric characters.
VLAN ID
Specify a VLAN ID for each SSID.
Auto Channel
Enable/disable auto channel selection. Auto channel selection will automatically set the
wireless channel for the access point’s 5GHz
frequency based on availability and potential interference. When disabled, select a channel manually as shown in the next table.
Auto Channel Range
Select a range from which the auto channel setting (above) will choose a channel.
Auto Channel Interval
Specify a frequency for how often the auto channel setting will check/reassign the wireless channel. Check/uncheck the “Change
channel even if clients are connected” box
according to your preference.
Channel Bandwidth
Set the channel bandwidth: 20MHz (lower performance but less interference), Auto 40/20MHz or Auto 80/40/20MHz (automatically select based on interference level).
BSS BasicRate Set
Set a Basic Service Set (BSS) rate: this is a series of rates to control communication frames for wireless clients.
Channel
Select a wireless channel.
Channel Bandwidth
Set the channel bandwidth: 20MHz (lower performance but less interference), Auto 40/20MHz or Auto 80/40/20MHz (automatically select based on interference level).
When auto channel is disabled, select a wireless channel manually:
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BSS BasicRate Set
Set a Basic Service Set (BSS) rate: this is a series of rates to control communication frames for wireless clients.
Guard Interval
Set the guard interval. A shorter interval can improve performance.
802.11n Protection
Enable/disable 802.11n protection, which increases reliability but reduces bandwidth (clients will send Request to Send (RTS) to access point, and access point will broadcast Clear to Send (CTS), before a packet is sent from client.)
DTIM Period
Set the DTIM (delivery traffic indication message) period value of the wireless radio. The default value is 1.
RTS Threshold
Set the RTS threshold of the wireless radio. The default value is 2347.
IV-3-4-2. Advanced
These settings are for experienced users only. Please do not change any of the values on this
page unless you are already familiar with these functions.
Changing these settings can adversely affect the performance of your access point.
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Fragment Threshold
Set the fragment threshold of the wireless radio. The default value is 2346.
Multicast Rate
Set the transfer rate for multicast packets or use the “Auto” setting.
Tx Power
Set the power output of the wireless radio. You may not require 100% output power. Setting a lower power output can enhance security since potentially malicious/unknown users in distant areas will not be able to access your signal.
Beacon Interval
Set the beacon interval of the wireless radio. The default value is 100.
Station idle timeout
Set the interval for keepalive messages from the access point to a wireless client to verify if the station is still alive/active.
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IV-3-4-3. Security
SSID Selection
Select which SSID to configure security settings for.
Broadcast SSID
Enable or disable SSID broadcast. When enabled, the SSID will be visible to clients as an available Wi-Fi network. When disabled, the SSID will not be visible as an available Wi-Fi network to clients – clients must manually enter the SSID in order to connect. A hidden (disabled) SSID is typically more secure than a visible (enabled) SSID.
The access point provides various security options (wireless data encryption). When data is encrypted, information transmitted wirelessly
cannot be read by anyone who does not know the correct encryption key.
It’s essential to configure wireless security in order to prevent unauthorised access to your network.
Select hard-to-guess passwords which include combinations of numbers, letters and symbols, and change your password regularly.
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Wireless Client Isolation
Enable or disable wireless client isolation. Wireless client isolation prevents clients connected to the access point from communicating with each other and improves security. Typically, this function is useful for corporate environments or public hot spots
and can prevent brute force attacks on clients’
usernames and passwords.
Load Balancing
Load balancing limits the number of wireless clients connected to an SSID. Set a load balancing value (maximum 50).
Authentication Method
Select an authentication method from the drop down menu and refer to the information below appropriate for your method.
Additional Authentication
Select an additional authentication method from the drop down menu and refer to the information below appropriate for your method.
Please refer back to IV-3-1-3. Security for more information on authentication and additional authentication types.
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IV-3-4-4. WDS
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) can bridge/repeat access points together in an extended network. WDS settings can be
configured as shown below.
When using WDS, configure the IP address of each access point to be in the same subnet and ensure there is only one active DHCP server among connected access points, preferably on the WAN side.
WDS must be configured on each access point, using correct MAC addresses. All access points should use the same wireless channel and encryption method.
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5GHz WDS Mode
WDS Functionality
Select “WDS with AP” to use WDS with access point or “WDS Dedicated Mode” to use WDS and also block communication with regular wireless clients. When WDS is used, each access point should be configured with corresponding MAC addresses, wireless channel and wireless encryption method.
Local MAC Address
Displays the MAC address of your access point.
WDS Peer Settings
WDS #
Enter the MAC address for up to four other WDA devices you wish to connect.
WDS VLAN
VLAN Mode
Specify the WDS VLAN mode to “Untagged Port” or “Tagged Port”.
VLAN ID
Specify the WDS VLAN ID when “Untagged Port” is selected above.
WDS Encryption
Encryption
Select whether to use “None” or “AES”
encryption and enter a pre-shared key for AES with 8-63 alphanumeric characters.
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IV-3-5. WPS
Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a simple way to establish connections between WPS
compatible devices. WPS can be activated on compatible devices by pushing a WPS button on the device or from within the device’s firmware/configuration interface (known as PBC or “Push Button Configuration”). When WPS is activated in the correct manner and at the correct time for two compatible devices, they will automatically connect. “PIN code WPS” is a variation of PBC which includes the additional use of a PIN code between the two devices for verification.
Please refer to manufacturer’s instructions for your other WPS
device.
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WPS
Check/uncheck this box to enable/disable WPS functionality. WPS must be disabled when using MAC-RADIUS authentication (see IV-3-1-3-6 & IV-3-4).
WPS
Product PIN
Displays the WPS PIN code of the device, used for PIN code WPS. You will be required to enter this PIN code into another WPS device for PIN
code WPS. Click “Generate PIN” to generate a
new WPS PIN code.
Push-Button WPS
Click “Start” to activate WPS on the access
point for approximately 2 minutes. This has the same effect as physically pushing the access point’s WPS button.
WPS by PIN
Enter the PIN code of another WPS device and
click “Start” to attempt to establish a WPS
connection for approximately 2 minutes.
WPS Security
WPS Status
WPS security status is displayed here. Click “Release” to clear the existing status.
Wireless 2.4GHz/5GHz
SSID
Displays the SSID name(s) for the specified frequency.
Security
Displays the security for the specified SSID.
Encryption
Displays the encryption type for the specified SSID. See IV-3. Wireless Settings
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IV-3-6. RADIUS
The RADIUS menu allows you to configure the access point’s external RADIUS server settings.
A RADIUS server provides user-based authentication to improve security and offer wireless client control – users can be authenticated before gaining access to a network.
The access point can utilize both a primary and secondary (backup) external RADIUS server for each of its wireless frequencies (2.4GHz & 5GHz)..
To use RADIUS servers, go to “Wireless Settings”“Security” and select “MAC RADIUS Authentication”“Additional Authentication” and select “MAC RADIUS Authentication” (see IV-3-1-3. & IV-3-2-3).
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IV-3-6-1. RADIUS Settings
external RADIUS server.
Configure the RADIUS server settings for
2.4GHz. Each frequency can use an internal or
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RADIUS Type
Select “Internal” to use the access point’s
built-in RADIUS server or “external” to use an external RADIUS server.
RADIUS Server
Enter the RADIUS server host IP address.
Authentication Port
Set the UDP port used in the authentication protocol of the RADIUS server. Value must be between 1 – 65535.
Shared Secret
Enter a shared secret/password between 1 – 99 characters in length. This should match the
“MAC-RADIUS” password used in IV-3-1-3-6 or IV-3-2-3.
Session Timeout
Set a duration of session timeout in seconds between 0 – 86400.
Accounting
Enable or disable RADIUS accounting.
Accounting Port
When accounting is enabled (above), set the UDP port used in the accounting protocol of the RADIUS server. Value must be between 1 –
65535.
IV-3-6-2. Internal Server
The access point features a built-in RADIUS server which can be configured as shown
below used when “Internal” is selected for “RADIUS Type” in the “Wireless Settings” “RADIUS” “RADIUS Settings” menu.
To use RADIUS servers, go to “Wireless Settings”“Security” and select “MAC RADIUS Authentication”“Additional Authentication” and select “MAC RADIUS Authentication” (see IV-3-1-3. & IV-3-2-3).
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Internal Server
Check/uncheck to enable/disable the access point’s internal RADIUS server.
EAP Internal Authentication
Select EAP internal authentication type from the drop down menu.
EAP Certificate File Format
Displays the EAP certificate file format: PCK#12(*.pfx/*.p12)
EAP Certificate File
Click “Upload” to open a new window and
select the location of an EAP certificate file to use. If no certificate file is uploaded, the internal RADIUS server will use a self-made certificate.
Shared Secret
Enter a shared secret/password for use between the internal RADIUS server and RADIUS client. The shared secret should be 1 – 99 characters in length. This should match the
“MAC-RADIUS” password used in IV-3-1-3-6 or IV-3-2-3.
Session Timeout
Set a duration of session timeout in seconds between 0 – 86400.
Termination Action
Select a termination-action attribute:
“Reauthentication” sends a RADIUS request to
the access point, “Not-Reathentication” sends a default termination-action attribute to the access point, “Not-Send” no termination-action attribute is sent to the access point.
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IV-3-6-3. RADIUS Accounts
The internal RADIUS server can authenticate up to 256 user accounts. The “RADIUS
Accounts” page allows you to configure and manage users.
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User Name
Enter the user names here, separated by commas.
Add
Click “Add” to add the user to the user
registration list.
Reset
Clear text from the user name box.
Select
Check the box to select a user.
User Name
Displays the user name.
Password
Displays if specified user name has a password (configured) or not (not configured).
Customize
Click “Edit” to open a new field to set/edit a
password for the specified user name (below).
Delete Selected
Delete selected user from the user registration list.
Delete All
Delete all users from the user registration list.
User Name
Existing user name is displayed here and can be edited according to your preference.
Password
Enter or edit a password for the specified user.
Edit User Registration List
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IV-3-7. MAC Filter
Add MAC Address
Enter a MAC address of computer or network device manually e.g. ‘aa-bb-cc-dd-ee-ff’ or enter multiple MAC addresses separated with
Mac filtering is a security feature that can help to prevent unauthorized users from
connecting to your access point.
This function allows you to define a list of network devices permitted to connect to the access point. Devices are each identified by their unique MAC address. If a device which is not on the list of permitted MAC addresses attempts to connect to the access point, it will be denied.
To enable MAC filtering, go to “Wireless Settings” “2.4G Hz 11bgn” “Security” “Additional Authentication” and select “MAC Filter” (see IV-3-1-3).
The MAC address filtering table is displayed below:
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commas, e.g. ‘aa-bb-cc-dd-ee-ff,aa-bb-cc-dd-ee-gg’
Add
Click “Add” to add the MAC address to the
MAC address filtering table.
Reset
Clear all fields.
Select
Delete selected or all entries from the table.
MAC Address
The MAC address is listed here.
Delete Selected
Delete the selected MAC address from the list.
Delete All
Delete all entries from the MAC address filtering table.
Export
Click “Export” to save a copy of the MAC filtering table. A new window will pop up for you to select a location to save the file.
MAC address entries will be listed in the “MAC Address Filtering Table”. Select an entry using the “Select” checkbox.
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IV-3-8. WMM
Background
Low Priority
High throughput, non time sensitive bulk data e.g. FTP
Best Effort
Medium Priority
Traditional IP data, medium throughput and delay.
Video
High Priority
Time sensitive video data with minimum time delay.
Voice
High Priority
Time sensitive data such as VoIP and streaming media with minimum time delay.
Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is a Wi-Fi Alliance interoperability certification based on the
IEEE 802.11e standard, which provides Quality of Service (QoS) features to IEE 802.11 networks. WMM prioritizes traffic according to four categories: background, best effort, video and voice.
Configuring WMM consists of adjusting parameters on queues for different categories of wireless traffic. Traffic is sent to the following queues:
Queues automatically provide minimum transmission delays for video, voice, multimedia and critical applications. The values can further be adjusted manually:
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CWMin
Minimum Contention Window (milliseconds): This value is input to the initial random backoff wait time algorithm for retry of a data frame transmission. The backoff wait time will be generated between 0 and this value. If the frame is not sent, the random backoff value is doubled until the value reaches the number defined by CWMax (below). The CWMin value must be lower than the CWMax value. The contention window scheme helps to avoid frame collisions and determine priority of frame transmission. A shorter window has a higher probability (priority) of transmission.
CWMax
Maximum Contention Window (milliseconds): This value is the upper limit to random backoff value doubling (see above).
AIFSN
Arbitration Inter-Frame Space (milliseconds): Specifies additional time between when a channel goes idle and the AP/client sends data frames. Traffic with a lower AIFSN value has a higher priority.
TxOP
Transmission Opportunity (milliseconds): The maximum interval of time an AP/client can transmit. This makes channel access more efficiently prioritized. A value of 0 means only one frame per transmission. A greater value effects higher priority.
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IV-9. Schedule
The schedule feature allows you to automate the wireless network for specified times.
Check/uncheck the box “Enable Wireless Schedule” to enable/disable the
wireless scheduling function.
The access point’s time and date settings must be set in order to use this function.
Wireless scheduling can save energy and increase the security of your network.
1. Check Enable and use the Select, Add, Edit or Delete checkboxes to select
and modify schedule(s).
2. When you click Add, specify day(s), start time and end time for the
schedule using the drop-down menus and click Apply.
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3. Remember to Apply your changes and make sure Enable is checked.
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IV-3-10. Traffic Shaping
Enable Unlimited: 0 Mbps
Check/uncheck to enable or disable unlimited transfer speed.
Downlink/Uplink
Specify the maximum down/uplink capacity in
The traffic shaping function allows you to
regulate network data transfer to ensure or prioritize performance by limiting uplink and downlink speeds according to SSID.
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Maximum
Mbps.
Downlink
Enter a downlink limit in MB for the listed SSID.
Uplink
Enter an uplink limit in MB for the listed SSID.
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IV-4. Management
Screenshots displayed are examples. The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration.
IV-4-1. Admin
You can change the password used to login to the browser-based configuration interface here.
It is advised to do so for security purposes.
If you change the administrator password, please make a note of the new password. In the event that you forget this password and are unable to login to the browser based configuration interface, see I-5. Reset for how to reset the access point.
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Account to Manage This Device
Administrator Name
Set the access point’s administrator name. This is used to log in to the browser based configuration interface and must be between 4-16 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive).
Administrator Password
Set the access point’s administrator password. This is used to log in to the browser based configuration interface and must be between 4-32 alphanumeric characters (case sensitive).
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Product Name
Edit the product name according to your preference consisting of 1-32 alphanumeric characters. This name is used for reference purposes.
HTTP Port
Specify HTTP port number.
HTTPS Port
Specify HTTPS port number.
Management Protocol
Check/uncheck the boxes to enable/disable specified management interfaces (see below). When SNMP is enabled, complete the SNMP fields below.
SNMP Version
Select SNMP version appropriate for your SNMP manager.
SNMP Get Community
Enter an SNMP Get Community name for verification with the SNMP manager for SNMP-GET requests.
SNMP Set Community
Enter an SNMP Set Community name for verification with the SNMP manager for SNMP-SET requests.
SNMP Trap
Enable or disable SNMP Trap to notify SNMP manager of network errors.
SNMP Trap Community
Enter an SNMP Trap Community name for verification with the SNMP manager for SNMP-TRAP requests.
SNMP Trap Manager
Specify the IP address or sever name (2-128 alphanumeric characters) of the SNMP manager.
HTTP
Internet browser HTTP protocol management interface
TELNET
Client terminal with telnet protocol management interface
SNMP
Simple Network Management Protocol. SNMPv1, v2 & v3 protocol supported. SNMPv2 can be used with community based authentication. SNMPv3 uses user-based security model (USM) architecture.
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IV-4-2. Date and Time
Date and Time Settings
Local Time
Set the access point’s date and time manually
using the drop down menus.
Acquire Current Time from your PC
Click “Acquire Current Time from Your PC” to enter the required values automatically
according to your computer’s current time and
date.
NTP Time Server
Use NTP
The access point also supports NTP (Network Time Protocol) for automatic time and date setup.
You can configure the time zone settings of your access point here. The date and time of the
device can be configured manually or can be synchronized with a time server.
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Server Name
Enter the host name or IP address of the time server if you wish.
Update Interval
Specify a frequency (in hours) for the access point to update/synchronize with the NTP server.
Time Zone
Time Zone
Select the time zone of your country/ region. If your country/region is not listed, please select another country/region whose time zone is the same as yours.
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IV-4-3. Syslog Server
Syslog Server Settings
Transfer Logs
Check/uncheck the box to enable/disable the use of a syslog server, and enter a host name, domain or IP address for the server, consisting of up to 128 alphanumeric characters.
Copy Logs to Attached USB Device
Check/uncheck the box to enable/disable copying logs to attached USB storage.
Syslog E-mail Settings
E-mail Logs
Check the box to enable/disable e-mail logs.
E-mail Subject
Specify the subject line of log emails.
SMTP Server Address
Specify the SMTP server address used to send log emails.
SMTP Server Port
Specify the SMTP server port used to send log emails.
Sender E-mail
Specify the sender email address.
Receiver E-mail
Specify the email to receive log emails.
The system log can be sent to a server or to attached USB storage.
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Authentication
Disable or select authentication type: SSL or TLS. When using SSL or TLS, enter the username and password.
IV-4-4. Ping Test
Destination Address
Enter the address of the host.
Execute
Click execute to ping the host.
The access point includes a built-in ping test function. Ping is a computer
network administration utility used to test whether a particular host is reachable across an IP network and to measure the round-trip time for sent messages.
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IV-4-5. I’m Here
Duration of Sound
Set the duration for which the buzzer will
sound when the “Sound Buzzer” button is
clicked.
Sound Buzzer
Activate the buzzer sound for the above specified duration of time.
The access point features a built-in buzzer
which can sound on command using the “I’m
Here” page. This is useful for network administrators and engineers working
in complex network environments to locate the access point.
The buzzer is loud!
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IV-5. Advanced
Power/Diag LED
Select on or off.
Screenshots displayed are examples. The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration.
IV-5-1. LED Settings
preference.
The access point’s LEDs can be manually enabled or disabled according to your
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IV-5-2. Update Firmware
Update Firmware From
Select “a file on your PC” to upload firmware from your local computer or from an attached USB device.
Firmware Update File
Click “Choose File” to open a new window to locate and select the firmware file in your computer.
Update
Click “Update” to upload the specified
firmware file to your access point.
The “Firmware” page allows you to update the system firmware to a more recent
version. Updated firmware versions often offer increased performance and security, as well as bug fixes. You can download the latest firmware from the Edimax website.
Do not switch off or disconnect the access point during a firmware upgrade, as this could damage the device.
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IV-5-3. Save/Restore Settings
Save / Restore Settings
Using Device
Select “Using your PC” to save the access point’s settings to your local computer or to
an attached USB device.
Save Settings to PC
Save Settings
Click “Save” to save settings and a new
window will open to specify a location to save the settings file. You can also check the
“Encrypt the configuration file with a password” box and enter a password to
protect the file in the field underneath, if you wish.
Restore Settings from PC
Restore Settings
Click the browse button to find a previously saved settings file on your computer, then click “Restore” to replace your current settings. If your settings file is encrypted with
The access point’s “Save/Restore Settings” page enables you to save/backup the access
point’s current settings as a file to your local computer or a USB device attached to the access point, and restore the access point to previously saved settings.
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a password, check the “Open file with password” box and enter the password in
the field underneath.
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IV-5-4. Factory Default
Factory Default
Click “Factory Default” to restore settings to the factory default. A pop-up window will appear and ask you to confirm.
If the access point malfunctions or is not responding, then it is recommended that you
reboot the device (see IV-5.5) or reset the device back to its factory default settings. You can reset the access point back to its default settings using this feature if the location of the access point is not convenient to access the reset button.
After resetting to factory defaults, please wait for the access point to reset and restart.
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IV-5-5. Reboot
Reboot
Click “Reboot” to reboot the device. A countdown will indicate the progress of the reboot.
If the access point malfunctions or is not responding, then it is recommended that
you reboot the device or reset the access point back to its factory default settings (see IV-5-4). You can reboot the access point remotely using this feature.
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IV-6. Operation Mode
Operation Mode
AP Mode is a standard access point in a wireless network.
Screenshots displayed are examples. The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration.
The access point can function in three different modes. Set the operation mode of the access point here.
Your access point can function in three different modes.
The default mode for your access point is AP mode.
AP mode is a regular access point for use in your wireless network.
Managed AP mode acts as a “slave” AP within the AP array (controlled by the
AP Controller “master”).
In Repeater mode the access point connects wirelessly to your existing
2.4GHz and/or 5GHz network and repeats the wireless signal(s).
In Managed AP mode some functions of the access point will be disabled in this user interface and must be set using Edimax Pro NMS on the AP Controller.
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AP Controller Mode is the master of an AP array and controls all other managed APs (below) using Edimax Pro NMS.
Managed AP mode is an AP which is part of the AP array and is managed by the Controller AP.
When you set the operation mode to repeater mode, the AP will not get an IP address from the router/root AP. You will need to set your computer’s IP address and use the APs default IP address to access the UI for the first time, refer to Appendix for more help.
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V. Appendix
V-1. Configuring your IP address
The access point uses the default IP address 192.168.2.2. In order to access the browser based configuration interface, you need to modify the IP address of your computer to be in the same IP address subnet e.g. 192.168.2.x (x = 3 –
254).
The procedure for modifying your IP address varies across different operating systems; please follow the guide appropriate for your operating system.
In the following examples we use the IP address 192.168.2.10 though you can use any IP address in the range 192.168.2.x (x = 3 – 254).
If you changed the AP Controller’s IP address, or if your gateway/router uses a DHCP server, ensure you enter the correct
IP address. Refer to your gateway/router’s settings. Your computer’s IP address must be in the same subnet as the AP
Controller.
If using a DHCP server on the network, it is advised to use your
DHCP server’s settings to assign the AP Controller a static IP
address.
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