EnGenius EAP9550 User Manual

EAP 9550

11N Multi-Function AP/Repeater

Table of Content

1. Introduction.............................................................................................................................3

1.1. Features and Benefits...................................................................................................3

1.2. Package Contents......................................................................................................... 4

1.3. System Requirement....................................................................................................4

2. Modes.....................................................................................................................................5

2.1. Access Point................................................................................................................5

2.2. WDS Bridge................................................................................................................5

2.3. Universal Repeater....................................................................................................... 5

3. Web Configuration.................................................................................................................. 6

3.1. System.........................................................................................................................6

3.1.1. Operation Mode ...............................................................................................6

3.1.2. Status...............................................................................................................7

3.1.3. Schedule...........................................................................................................7

3.1.4. Event Log ........................................................................................................ 8

3.1.5. Monitor............................................................................................................ 8

3.2. Wireless..................................................................................................................... 10

3.2.1. AP.................................................................................................................. 10

3.2.2. WDS Bridge................................................................................................... 20

3.2.3. Universal Repeater (AP).................................................................................26

3.3. Network..................................................................................................................... 33

3.3.1. Status.............................................................................................................33

3.3.2. LAN............................................................................................................... 34

3.4. Management.............................................................................................................. 34

3.4.1. Admin............................................................................................................ 34

3.4.2. SNMP............................................................................................................ 35

3.4.3. Firmware........................................................................................................ 36

3.4.4. Configure.......................................................................................................36

3.4.5. Reset.............................................................................................................. 36

3.5. Tools.......................................................................................................................... 37

3.5.1. Time Setting................................................................................................... 37

3.5.2. Power Saving................................................................................................. 38

3.5.3. Diagnosis .......................................................................................................38

3.5.4. LED Control .................................................................................................. 39

3.6. Logout....................................................................................................................... 39

Appendix A – SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................. 40

Appendix B – FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT................................................................... 41

Appendix C – IC Interference Statement....................................................................................... 42

1. Introduction

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EAP9550

EAP9550 is a Wireless Network device that delivers up to 6x faster speeds and 7x extended coverage than 802.11g
devices. Product’s RF performance is finely tuned so it will bring best wireless signal for each client. EAP9550
supports home network with superior throughput, performance and unparalleled wireless range. To protect data during
wireless transmissions, EAP9550 encrypts all wireless transmissions through WEP data encryption and supports
WPA/WPA2. Its MAC address filter allows users to select stations with access to connect network. EAP9550 thus is the
best product to ensure network quality for hotspots.

is a powerful and multi-functioned 11n Access Point and it can act three modes AP/WDS/Universal

1.1. Features and Benefits

Features Benefits

High Speed Data Rate Up to 300Mbps Capable of handling heavy data payloads such as MPEG video

streaming

IEEE 802.11n draft Compliant and
backward compatible with 802.11b/g

Multi-modes selectable

Fully compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g/n devices

Allowing users to select AP/WDS/Universal Repeater mode in
various application

Point-to-point, Point-to-multipoint
Wireless Connectivity

WDS (Wireless Distributed System)

Universal Repeater The easiest way to your wireless network's coverage
Support Multi-SSID function (4 SSID)

in AP mode

WPA2/WPA Powerful data security
MAC address filtering in AP mode Ensuring secure network connection
User isolation support (AP mode) Protecting the private network between client users.
Power-over-Ethernet (IEEE802.3af) Flexible Access Point locations and saving cost

Keep personal setting Keeping the latest setting when firmware upgrade

SNMP Remote Configuration
Management

Allowing to transfer data from buildings to buildings

Making wireless AP and Bridge mode simultaneously as a wireless
repeater

Allowing clients to access different networks through a single
access point and to assign different policies and functions for each
SSID by manager

Helping administrators to remotely configure or manage the Access
Point easily

QoS (WMM) support Enhancing user performance and density

1.2. Package Contents

The package contains the following items. In case of return, please keep the original box set, and
the complete box set must be included for full refund.

Ø 1 EAP 9550
Ø 1 12V/1A 100V~240V Power Adapter
Ø 1 CD-ROM with User’s Manual
Ø 1 Quick Guide

1.3. System Requirement

The following are the minimum system requirements in order to configure the device.

Ø PC/AT compatible computer with an Ethernet interface.
Ø Operating system that supports HTTP web-browser

2. Modes

AP/WDS/Repeater

2.1. Access Point

In AP (Access Point) mode, your device acts as a communication hub for users with a
wireless device to connect to a wired LAN/WAN.

2.2. WDS Bridge

You can only connect to the device via Wireless Client

WDS (Wireless Distribution System) allows AP to communicate with one another wirelessly. This
capability is critical in providing a seamless experience for roaming clients and for managing
multiple wireless networks.

2.3. Universal Repeater

Repeater is used to regenerate or replicate signals that are weakened or distorted by transmission
over long distances and through areas with high levels of electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Universal Repeater (AP) mode on one radio channel is usually configured along with Universal
Repeater (STA) mode on another radio channel.

3. Web Configuration

3.1. System

3.1.1. Operation Mode

You are allowed to configure EAP 9550 into different modes: AP, WDS Bridge and
Universal Repeater.
Please refer to Chapter 2: Modes for operation under different modes.

3.1.2. Status

Ø System: Basic information of the device.
Ø WLAN Settings: WLAN channel.
Ø SSID_1: SSID information.

3.1.3. Schedule

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3.1.4. Event Log

3.1.5. Monitor

The device will record the router transmission status in a time span.

Ø Detail: Click into detail to see historical record.

3.2. Wireless

3.2.1. AP

3.2.1.1. Status

3.2.1.2. Basic

Ø Radio: To enable/disable radio frequency.
Ø Mode: Define AP in different modes. When in AP mode, the device works as regular AP, or WDS

mode to interlink with other AP devices You are allowed to set MAC address and encryption
algorithm (Please refer to 4.2.1.4 for encryption configuration)

ü AP
ü WDS

Ø Band: Configure the device into different wireless modes.

ü 2.4 GHz (B)
ü 2.4 GHz (N)
ü 2.4 GHz (B+G)
ü 2.4 GHz (G)
ü 2.4 GHz (B+G+N)

Ø Enabled SSID#: The device allows you to add up to 4 unique SSID
Ø ESSID#: Description of each configured SSID
Ø Auto Channel: To enable/disable devices auto-detect channel used
Ø Check Channel Time (Channel): When Auto Channel is enabled; you can configure the channel

detection interval. When Auto Channel is disabled; you can manually configure a channel to be
used.

Ø MAC Address 1~4: To specify MAC address of other AP devices.

MAC address will only shows when configured in WDS AP mode.

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Security: Please refer to 4.2.1.4 for encryption configuration

3.2.1.3. Advanced

Ø Fragment Threshold: Packets over the specified size will be fragmented in order to improve

performance on noisy networks. Specify a value between 256 and 2346. The default value is

2346.

Ø RTS Threshold: Packets over the specified size will use the RTS/CTS mechanism to maintain

performance in noisy networks and preventing hidden nodes from degrading the performance.
Specify a value between 0 and 2347. The default value is 2347.

Ø Beacon Interval: Beacons are packets sent by a wireless Access Point to synchronize wireless

devices. Specify a Beacon Interval value between 24 and 1024. The default value is set to 100
milliseconds.

Ø DTIM Period: A DTIM is a countdown informing clients of the next window for listening to

broadcast and multicast messages. When the wireless Access Point has buffered broadcast or
multicast messages for associated clients, it sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Period value.
Wireless clients detect the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast and multicast
messages. The default value is 1. Valid settings are between 1 and 10.

Ø Data rate: You may select a data rate from the drop-down list, however, it is recommended to

select auto. This is also known as auto-fallback.

Ø N Data Rate: You may select N data rate from the drop-down list, however, it is recommended to

select auto.

Ø Channel Bandwidth: Select channel bandwidth.
Ø Preamble Type: Select a short or long preamble. For optimum performance it is recommended

to also configure the client device as the same preamble type.

Ø CTS Protection: CTS (Clear to Send) can be always enabled, auto, or disabled. By enabled CTS,

the Access Point and clients will wait for a ‘clear’ signal before transmitting. It is recommended to
select auto.

Ø Tx Power: You may control the transmit output power of the device by selecting a value from the

drop-down list. This feature can be helpful in restricting the coverage area of the wireless network.

3.2.1.4. Security

Ø Encryption: Disabled