EDIMAX Technology CAP1200 User Manual

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CAP1200

User Manual

04-2015 / v1.1

CONTENTS

I. Product Information .............................................................................. 2

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

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

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

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

I-5. Reset ...................................................................................................................................... 5

I-6. Safety Information ................................................................................................................. 6

II. Hardware Installation ............................................................................ 7

II-1. Connecting the access point to a router or PoE switch ....................................................... 7

II-2. Mounting the access point to a ceiling ................................................................................ 8

II-3. T-Rail Mount ...................................................................................................................... 11

AP Mode

III. Quick Setup .......................................................................................... 13

III-1. Initial Setup .......................................................................................................................... 13

III-2. Basic Settings ....................................................................................................................... 15

IV. Browser Based Configuration Interface ................................................. 19

IV-1. Information ........................................................................................................................ 21

IV-1-1. System Information ........................................................................................................... 21

IV-1-2. Wireless Clients .................................................................................................................. 25

IV-1-3. Wireless Monitor ............................................................................................................... 27

IV-1-4. Log ...................................................................................................................................... 29

IV-2. Network Settings ............................................................................................................... 31

IV-2-1. LAN-Side IP Address ........................................................................................................... 31

IV-2-2. LAN Port ............................................................................................................................. 33

IV-2-3. VLAN .................................................................................................................................. 34

IV-3. Wireless Settings ................................................................................................................ 35

IV-3-1. 2.4GHz 11bgn ..................................................................................................................... 35

IV-3-1-1. Basic ............................................................................................................................. 36

IV-3-1-2. Advanced ..................................................................................................................... 39

IV-3-1-3. Security ........................................................................................................................ 41

IV-3-1-3-1. No Authentication ..................................................................................................... 42

IV-3-1-3-2. WEP ............................................................................................................................ 43

IV-3-1-3-3. IEEE802.1x/EAP .......................................................................................................... 43

IV-3-1-3-4. WPA-PSK .................................................................................................................... 43

IV-3-1-3-5. WPA-EAP .................................................................................................................... 44

IV-3-1-3-6. Additional Authentication ......................................................................................... 44

IV-3-1-4. WDS ............................................................................................................................. 46

IV-3-1-5. Schedule ....................................................................................................................... 48

............................................................................................................................................................. 48

IV-3-2. 5GHz 11ac 11an ................................................................................................................. 49

IV-3-2-1. Basic ............................................................................................................................. 49

IV-3-2-2. Advanced ..................................................................................................................... 51

IV-3-2-3. Security ........................................................................................................................ 53

IV-3-2-4. WDS ............................................................................................................................. 55

IV-3-2-5. Schedule ....................................................................................................................... 57

IV-3-2. WPS ...................................................................................................................................... 58

IV-3-3. RADIUS ................................................................................................................................. 60

IV-3-3-1. RADIUS Settings ........................................................................................................... 61

IV-3-3-2. Internal Server ............................................................................................................. 62

IV-3-3-3. RADIUS Accounts ......................................................................................................... 64

IV-3-4. MAC Filter .......................................................................................................................... 66

IV-3-5. WMM ................................................................................................................................... 68

IV-4. Management ..................................................................................................................... 70

IV-4-1. Admin ................................................................................................................................. 70

IV-4-2. Date and Time .................................................................................................................... 73

IV-4-3. Syslog Server ...................................................................................................................... 75

IV-4-4. Ping Test ............................................................................................................................. 76

IV-4-5. I’m Here ............................................................................................................................. 77

IV-4-6. Operation Mode ................................................................................................................ 78

IV-5. Advanced ........................................................................................................................... 79

IV-5-1. LED Settings ....................................................................................................................... 79

IV-5-2. Update Firmware ............................................................................................................... 80

IV-5-3. Save/Restore Settings ........................................................................................................ 81

IV-5-4. Factory Default .................................................................................................................. 83

IV-5-5. Reboot ............................................................................................................................... 84

Edimax Pro NMS

I. Product Information ............................................................................. 85

II. Quick Setup .......................................................................................... 86

III. Software Layout ................................................................................... 92

IV. Features ............................................................................................... 99

IV-1. LOGIN, LOGOUT & RESTART ................................................................................................ 99

IV-2. DASHBOARD ......................................................................................................................101

IV-2-1. System Information ...........................................................................................................102

IV-2-2. Devices Information ...........................................................................................................102

IV-2-3. Managed AP .......................................................................................................................103

IV-2-4. Managed AP Group ............................................................................................................104

IV-2-5. Active Clients .....................................................................................................................105

IV-3. ZONE PLAN .........................................................................................................................106

IV-4. NMS MONITOR ..................................................................................................................108

IV-4-1. Access Point .......................................................................................................................108

IV-4-1-1. Managed AP ...............................................................................................................108

IV-4-1-2. Managed AP Group ....................................................................................................110

IV-4-2. WLAN .................................................................................................................................112

IV-4-2-1. Active WLAN ..............................................................................................................112

IV-4-2-2. Active WLAN Group ...................................................................................................113

IV-4-3. Clients ................................................................................................................................113

IV-4-3-1. Active Clients .............................................................................................................113

IV-4-4. Rogue Devices ....................................................................................................................114

IV-4-5. Information ........................................................................................................................115

IV-4-5-1. All Events/Activities ...................................................................................................115

IV-4-5-2. Monitoring .................................................................................................................116

IV-5. NMS Settings ......................................................................................................................117

IV-5-1. Access Point .......................................................................................................................117

IV-5-2. WLAN .................................................................................................................................128

IV-5-3. RADIUS ...............................................................................................................................132

IV-5-4. Access Control ...................................................................................................................138

IV-5-5. Guest Network ...................................................................................................................141

IV-5-6. Zone Edit ............................................................................................................................145

IV-5-7. Firmware Upgrade .............................................................................................................147

IV-5-8. Advanced ...........................................................................................................................148

IV-5-8-1. System Security ..........................................................................................................148

IV-5-8-2. Date & Time ...............................................................................................................148

IV-6. Local Network ....................................................................................................................150

IV-6-1. Network Settings ...............................................................................................................150

IV-6-1-1. LAN-Side IP Address ...................................................................................................150

IV-6-1-2. LAN Port Settings .......................................................................................................153

IV-6-1-3. VLAN ..........................................................................................................................154

IV-6-2. 2.4GHz 11bgn .....................................................................................................................155

IV-6-2-1. Basic ...........................................................................................................................155

IV-6-2-2. Advanced ...................................................................................................................157

IV-6-2-3. Security ......................................................................................................................159

IV-6-2-3-1. No Authentication ...................................................................................................160

IV-6-2-3-2. WEP ..........................................................................................................................160

IV-6-2-3-3. IEEE802.1x/EAP ........................................................................................................161

IV-6-2-3-4. WPA-PSK ..................................................................................................................161

IV-6-2-3-5. WPA-EAP ..................................................................................................................161

IV-6-2-3-6. Additional Authentication .......................................................................................162

IV-6-2-4. WDS ...........................................................................................................................163

IV-6-3. 5GHz 11ac 11an ...............................................................................................................165

IV-6-3-1. Basic ...........................................................................................................................165

IV-6-3-2. Advanced ...................................................................................................................167

IV-6-3-3. Security ......................................................................................................................169

IV-6-3-4. WDS ...........................................................................................................................171

IV-6-4. WPS ....................................................................................................................................173

IV-6-5. RADIUS ...............................................................................................................................174

IV-6-5-1. RADIUS Settings .........................................................................................................175

IV-6-5-2. Internal Server ...........................................................................................................176

IV-6-5-3. RADIUS Accounts .......................................................................................................178

IV-6-6. MAC Filter ..........................................................................................................................180

IV-6-7. WMM .................................................................................................................................182

IV-7. Local Settings .....................................................................................................................184

IV-7-1. Operation Mode ................................................................................................................184

IV-7-2. Network Settings ...............................................................................................................184

IV-7-2-1. System Information ...................................................................................................184

IV-7-2-2. Wireless Clients ..........................................................................................................187

IV-7-2-3. Wireless Monitor .......................................................................................................188

IV-7-2-4. Log ..............................................................................................................................189

IV-7-3. Management .....................................................................................................................191

IV-7-3-1. Admin .......................................................................................................................191

IV-7-3-2. Date and Time ..........................................................................................................192

IV-7-3-3. Syslog Server ............................................................................................................194

IV-7-3-4. I’m Here ...................................................................................................................195

IV-7-4. Advanced ...........................................................................................................................196

IV-7-4-1. LED Settings ...............................................................................................................196

IV-7-4-2. Update Firmware .....................................................................................................196

IV-7-4-3. Save/Restore Settings ..............................................................................................198

IV-7-4-4. Factory Default ........................................................................................................199

IV-7-4-5. Reboot .....................................................................................................................199

IV-8. Toolbox ..............................................................................................................................200

IV-8-1. Network Connectivity ......................................................................................................200

IV-8-1-1. Ping ..........................................................................................................................200

IV-8-1-2. Trace Route ..............................................................................................................200

V. Appendix ........................................................................................... 201

V-1. Configuring your IP address .............................................................................................201

V-1-1. Windows XP .....................................................................................................................202

V-1-2. Windows Vista .................................................................................................................204

V-1-3. Windows 7 .......................................................................................................................206

V-1-4. Windows 8 .......................................................................................................................210

V-1-5. Mac ..................................................................................................................................214

V. Best Practice ...................................................................................... 216

VI-1. How to Create and Link WLAN & Access Point Groups ...................................................216

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.

AP Controller mode acts as the designated master of an AP array (group of

linked access points).

Managed AP mode acts as a “slave” AP within the AP array (controlled by the AP Controller “master”).

In AP Controller mode the user interface will switch to Edimax Pro NMS.

This user manual is split into two parts: AP mode (blue) and Edimax Pro NMS (grey).

I. Product Information

1. CAP1200 Access Point

2. Ceiling Mount Bracket

3. T-Rail Mounting Kit &

Screws

4. CD

5. Quick Installation Guide

6. Ethernet Cable

7. Power Adapter

8. Ceiling Mount Screw Template

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

I-1. Package Contents

I-2. System Requirements

- Existing cable/DSL modem & router

- Computer with web browser for access point configuration

I-3. Hardware Overview

Ethernet Port

Power Port

I-4. LED Status

LED Color

LED Status

Description

Blue

The access point is on.

Long Flashing

Upgrading firmware.

Short Flashing

Resetting to factory defaults.

Amber

Starting up.

Flashing

Error.

Off

The access point is off.

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.

You may need to use a pin 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 blue.

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. The access point is designed for indoor use only; do not place the access point outdoors.

2. Do not place the access point in or near hot/humid places, such as a kitchen or bathroom.

3. Do not pull any connected cable with force; carefully disconnect it from the access point.

4. Handle the access point with care. Accidental damage will void the warranty of the access point.

5. 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.

6. Do not place the access point on paper, cloth, or other flammable materials. The access point may become hot during use.

7. 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.

8. The access point is an electrical device and as such, if it becomes wet for any reason, do not attempt to touch it without switching the power supply off. Contact an experienced electrical technician for further help.

9. 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.

II. Hardware Installation

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.

II-1. Connecting the access point to a router or PoE switch

1. If you need to, remove the cap from the underside of the access point. This

creates extra space for your cables to pass through.

2. Connect a router or PoE switch to the access point’s LAN port using an

Ethernet cable.

3. If you are using a router, then connect

the power adapter to the access

point’s 12V DC port and plug the power

adapter into a power supply.

Do not use the power adapter if you are using a PoE switch.

II-2. Mounting the access point to a ceiling

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

For Wooden Ceilings (refer to diagram A):

1. Place the ceiling mount bracket to a ceiling in your desired location and

insert screw iii through hole i (x 2)and tighten to fix the bracket in place.

2. When the ceiling bracket is in place, inset screw iv into hole v (x 2) on the

access point.

3. Fix the access point to the ceiling bracket by inserting the attached screws

iv into hole vi and twisting the access point.

4. Lock the access point firmly into place when by twisting it to align screws

iv with the grooves in the ceiling mount.

For Other Ceilings (refer to diagram B):

1. Place the ceiling mount bracket to a ceiling in your desired location and

Insert screw ii through hole i (x 2) and tighten to fix the bracket in place, as shown in A.

2. Insert screw iii through hole i and into the rear of screw ii and tighten to

provide additional strength.

3. When the ceiling bracket is in place, insert screw iv into hole v (x 2) on the

access point.

5. Fix the access point to the ceiling bracket by inserting the attached screws

iv into hole vi and twisting the access point.

6. Lock the access point firmly into place by twisting it to align screws iv with

the grooves in the ceiling mount.

iii

II-3. T-Rail Mount

To mount the access point to a T-Rail, please follow the instructions below and refer to diagram C, D & E.

1. Select the correct size T-Rail bracket from the two sizes which are

included in the package contents.

2. Attach the T-Rail bracket i to hole ii using screw iii (x 2) as shown in C.

If you need more space between the access point and the T-Rail, then additionally use bracket iv between bracket i and hole ii (x 2), and use the longer screws (x 2) included in the package contents.

3. Clip the access point onto your T-Rail using the now attached T-Rail

bracket.

AP Mode

III. Quick Setup

Your access point can be up and running in just a few minutes. This quick installation guide will help to set up your access point in its default AP mode and configure its basic settings. For use a Managed AP within an AP array no settings are necessary. Configurations can be made from your Controller AP (refer to Edimax Pro NMS).

III-1. Initial Setup

1. Connect the access point to a computer via Ethernet cable.

2. Connect the power adapter to the access point’s 12V DC port and plug the

power adapter into a power supply using the included cable.

3. Please wait a moment for the access point to start up. The access point is

ready when the LED is blue.

4. Set your computer’s IP address to 192.168.2.x where x is a number in the

range 3 – 100. If you are unsure how to do this, please refer to the user manual for more information.

Please ensure there are no other active network connections on your computer (disconnect Wi-Fi connections and Ethernet cables).

5. Enter the access point’s default IP address 192.168.2.2 into the URL bar of

a web browser.

6. You will be prompted for a username and password. Enter the default

username “admin” and the default password “1234”.

AP Mode

7. You will arrive the “System Information” screen shown below.

8. Next, please follow the instructions below in II-2. Basic Settings to

configure the access point’s basic settings.

AP Mode

For more advanced configurations, please refer to IV. Browser Based Configuration Interface.

III-2. Basic Settings

The instructions below 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

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”.

AP Mode

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.

AP Mode

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”.

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. Please

refer to II. Hardware Installation for guidance on connecting your access point to a router or PoE switch.

AP Mode

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 CAP1200 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.

5. Use the menu across the top and down the left side to navigate.

AP Mode

6. 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.

7. Please refer to the following chapters for full descriptions of the browser

based configuration interface features.

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.

AP Mode

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.

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 (1 or 2).

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.

Wireless 2.4GHZ (5GHz) / SSID

AP Mode

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.

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.

Displays the total data packets transmitted by the specified client.

Displays the total data packets received by the specified client.

Signal (%)

Displays the wireless signal strength for the specified client.

Connected Time

Displays the total time the wireless client has

The “Wireless Clients” page displays

information about all wireless clients

connected to the access point on the 2.4GHz or 5GHz frequency.

AP Mode

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.

AP Mode

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

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.

IV-1-3. Wireless Monitor

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.

AP Mode

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.

IV-1-4. 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.

AP Mode

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

AP Mode

 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

AP Mode

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

IV-2. Network Settings

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.

AP Mode

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.

IV-2-2. LAN Port

Wired LAN Port

Identifies LAN port 1 or 2.

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.

AP Mode

VLAN Interface

Wired LAN Port/Wireless

Identifies LAN port 1 or 2 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.

IV-2-3. VLAN

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.

IV-3. Wireless Settings

Screenshots displayed are examples. The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration.

IV-3-1. 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.

AP Mode

IV-3-1-1. Basic

AP Mode

The “Basic” screen displays basic settings for

your access point’s 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network (s).

AP Mode

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.

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.

AP Mode

IV-3-1-2. 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.

AP Mode

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.

AP Mode

IV-3-1-3. 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.

AP Mode

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.

IV-3-1-3-1. No Authentication

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-3-1-3-2. WEP

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 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

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a basic encryption type. For a higher level of security consider using WPA encryption.

AP Mode

IV-3-1-3-3. IEEE802.1x/EAP

IV-3-1-3-4. WPA-PSK

WPA-PSK is a secure wireless encryption type with strong data protection and user authentication, utilizing 128-bit encryption keys.

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-3-1-3-5. WPA-EAP

AP Mode

WPA-EAP must be disabled to use MAC-RADIUS authentication.

IV-3-1-3-6. 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.

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.

AP Mode

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.

WPS must be disabled to use MAC-RADIUS authentication. See IV-3-3. for WPS settings.

AP Mode

IV-3-1-4. 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.

AP Mode

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.

IV-3-1-5. 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.

AP Mode

Wireless scheduling can save energy and increase the security of your network.

1. Use the “Enable” checkboxes to select schedule(s).

2. Specify a day, start time and end time for the schedule using the

drop-down menus.

3. Click “Apply” to save the schedules or “Reset” to reset all values back to

default.

AP Mode

Wireless

Enable or disable the access point’s 5GHz

wireless radio. When disabled, no 5GHz SSIDs will be active.

IV-3-2. 5GHz 11ac 11an

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-3-2-1. Basic

The “Basic” screen displays basic settings for your access point’s 5GHz Wi-Fi network (s).

AP Mode

Band

Select the wireless standard used for the 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:

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

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-3-2-2. 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.

AP Mode

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

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.

AP Mode

SSID Selection

Select which SSID to configure security settings for.

Broadcast SSID

IV-3-2-3. 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.

AP Mode

Wireless Client Isolation

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.

AP Mode

IV-3-2-4. 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.

AP Mode

5GHz WDS Mode

WDS Functionality

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.

IV-3-2-5. 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.

AP Mode

Wireless scheduling can save energy and increase the security of your network.

4. Use the “Enable” checkboxes to select schedule(s).

5. Specify a day, start time and end time for the schedule using the

drop-down menus.

6. Click “Apply” to save the schedules or “Reset” to reset all values back to

default.

AP Mode

IV-3-2. 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.

AP Mode

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

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

AP Mode

IV-3-3. 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).

IV-3-3-1. RADIUS Settings

external RADIUS server.

AP Mode

Configure the RADIUS server settings for

2.4GHz. Each frequency can use an internal or

AP Mode

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-3-3-2. 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.

AP Mode

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.

IV-3-3-3. RADIUS Accounts

The internal RADIUS server can authenticate

up to 256 user accounts. The “RADIUS

Accounts” page allows you to configure and manage users.

AP Mode

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

AP Mode

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

IV-3-4. MAC Filter

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:

AP Mode

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.

AP Mode

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.

IV-3-5. WMM

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:

AP Mode

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.

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.

AP Mode

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.

AP Mode

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).

Advanced Settings

Product Name

Edit the product name according to your preference consisting of 1-32 alphanumeric characters. This name is used for reference purposes.

Management Protocol

Check/uncheck the boxes to enable/disable specified management interfaces (see below).

AP Mode

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.

AP Mode

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.

IV-4-2. Date and Time

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.

AP Mode

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

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.

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.

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.

Authentication

Disable or select authentication type: SSL or TLS. When using SSL or TLS, enter the username and password.

AP Mode

The system log can be sent to a server or to attached USB storage.

AP Mode

Destination Address

Enter the address of the host.

Execute

Click execute to ping the host.

IV-4-4. Ping Test

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.

AP Mode

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.

IV-4-5. I’m Here

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!

AP Mode

Operation Mode

AP Mode is a standard access point in a wireless network.

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.

IV-4-6. Operation Mode

The access point can function in three different

modes. Set the operation mode of the access point here. AP mode is a standalone access point, AP controller mode acts as the designated master of the AP array, and Managed AP mode acts as a slave AP within the AP array. Refer back to Overview and Edimax Pro NMS I. Product Information for more help.

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.

In AP Controller Mode the access point will switch to the Edimax Pro NMS user interface.

IV-5. Advanced

Power 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.

AP Mode

The access point’s LEDs can be manually

enabled or disabled according to your

IV-5-2. Update Firmware

Update Firmware From

Select “a file on your PC” to upload firmware

from your local computer.

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.

AP Mode

Do not switch off or disconnect the access point during a firmware upgrade, as this could damage the device.

AP Mode

Save / Restore Settings

Using Device

Select “Using your PC” to save the access point’s settings to your local computer.

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.

IV-5-3. Save/Restore Settings

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.

AP Mode

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

a password, check the “Open file with password” box and enter the password in

the field underneath.

AP Mode

Factory Default

Click “Factory Default” to restore settings to the factory default. A pop-up window will appear and ask you to confirm.

IV-5-4. Factory Default

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.

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.

AP Mode

Edimax Pro NMS

I. Product Information

Edimax Pro Network Management Suite (NMS) supports the central management of a group of access points, otherwise known as an AP Array. NMS can be installed on one access point and support up to 8 Edimax Pro access points with no additional wireless controller required, reducing costs and facilitating efficient remote AP management.

Access points can be deployed and configured according to requirements, creating a powerful network architecture which can be easily managed and expanded in the future, with an easy to use interface and a full range of functionality – ideal for small and mid-sized office environments. A secure WLAN can be deployed and administered from a single point, minimizing cost and complexity.

Edimax Pro NMS

II. Quick Setup

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 8) from the single AP Controller.

Edimax Pro NMS

Follow the steps below:

Ensure you have the latest firmware from the Edimax website for your Edimax Pro products.

1. Connect all APs to an Ethernet or PoE switch which is connected to a

gateway/router.

2. Ensure all APs are powered on and check LEDs.

Edimax Pro NMS

3. Designate one AP as the AP Controller which will manage all other

connected APs (up to 8).

4. Connect a computer to the designated AP Controller using an Ethernet

cable.

Edimax Pro NMS

5. Open a web browser and enter the AP Controller’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 AP Controller. Refer to V-1. Configuring your IP Address for 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 “Management”

 “Operation Mode” and select “AP Controller Mode” from the drop down menu.

8. Click “Apply” to save the settings.

Edimax Pro NMS

9. Edimax Pro NMS includes a wizard to quickly setup the SSID & security for

Managed APs. Click “Wizard” in the top right corner to begin.

10. Follow the instructions on-screen to complete Steps 1, 2 & 3 and click

“Finish” to save the settings.

Edimax Pro NMS

If any of your Managed APs are not found during Step 2 AP Discovery, reset the Managed AP to its factory default settings.

11. Your AP Controller & Managed APs should be fully functional. Use the

top menu to navigate around Edimax Pro NMS.

Use Dashboard, Zone Plan, NMS Monitor & NMS Settings to configure Managed APs.

Use Local Network & Local Settings to configure your AP Controller.

Edimax Pro NMS

III. Software Layout

The top menu features 7 panels: Dashboard, Zone Plan, NMS Monitor, NMS Settings, Local Network, Local Settings & Toolbox.

Dashboard

The Dashboard panel displays an overview of your network and key system information, with quick links to access configuration options for Managed APs and Managed AP groups. Each panel can be refreshed, collapsed or moved according to your preference.

Zone Plan

Edimax Pro NMS

Zone Plan displays a customizable live map of Managed APs for a visual representation of your network coverage. Each AP icon can be moved around the map, and a background image can be uploaded for user-defined location profiles using NMS Settings  Zone Edit. Options can be configured using the menu on the right side and signal strength is displayed for each AP.

Edimax Pro NMS

NMS Monitor

The NMS Monitor panel provides more detailed monitoring information about the AP Array than found on the Dashboard, grouped according to categories in the menu down the left side.

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