MikroTik RBcAP2n Quick Install Guide

RouterBOARD cAP

Quick Setup Guide and Warranty Information

The cAP is a small AP device with 1 ethernet port, it supports powering by PoE.

Connecting

1. Connect your Internet cable to port 1

2. Set computer/router IP configuration to automatic (DHCP)

3. Wireless AP mode is enabled by default, you can connect to the SSID “MikroTik”. Log into your router from your web browser by opening 192.168.88.1 in the address bar

Powering

The device accepts powering from Ethernet port (Passive PoE only). Under maximum load, the power consumption of this device is 4W (when not using PoE output)

Booting process

The device is preinstalled with MikroTik RouterOS software. It can be configured in several ways.

This device doesn't come fitted with a Serial Port connector, so initial connection has to be done via the Ethernet cable. Connect to wireless SSID “MikroTik” and open 192.168.88.1 in your web browser. Username is admin and there is no password. In case IP connection is not available, Winbox can be used to connect to the MAC address of the device. More information here: http://wiki.mikrotik.com/wiki/First_time_startup

In case you wish to boot the device from network, for example to use MikroTik Netinstall, hold the RESET button of the device when starting it until the LED light turns off, then release the button and the device will start looking for Netinstall servers.

By default, the device is preconfigured with a simple firewall on the WAN port, this configuration can be viewed when first connecting to the Router via Winbox. It will ask whether to keep this configuration or clean it to use your own. LAN/WLAN ports have DHCP server enabled.

Extension Slots and Ports

 One 10/100 Ethernet port, supporting automatic cross/straight cable connection (Auto MDI/X), so you can

use either straight or cross-over cables for connecting to other network devices.

 One Integrated Wireless 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n 1x1 MIMO, two soldered PIF antennas, max gain 2dBi

Resetting the device

In case you wish to return the device to its original configuration, you can use the RESET button which is located to the left of the Ethernet port. Hold this button during boot time until LED lights start flashing, then release the button to reset RouterOS configuration. You can use this procedure if you have forgotten the password to access the device, or simply wish to return the unit to its default configuration state.

See www.routerboard.com for more informaon. Contact support@mikrok.com for support quesons. 25-May-15

Buttons and Jumpers

The reset button has three functions:

 Hold this button during boot time until LED light starts flashing, release the button to reset RouterOS

configuration (total 5 seconds)

 Keep holding for 5 more seconds, LED turns solid, release now to turn on CAPs mode (total 10 seconds)  Or Keep holding the button for 5 more seconds until until LED turns off, then release it to make the

RouterBOARD look for Netinstall servers (total 15 seconds)

Operating System Support

Currently tested operating system is MikroTik RouterOS starting from version 6.20. It is not suggested to downgrade below the software version the unit was delivered with.

Copyright and Warranty information

Copyright MikroTikls SIA. This document contains information protected by copyright law. No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without prior written permission from the copyright holder. RouterBOARD, RouterOS, RouterBOOT and MikroTik are trademarks of MikroTikls SIA. All trademarks and registered trademarks appearing in this document are the property of their respective holders.

Hardware. MikroTik warrants all RouterBOARD series equipment for the term of twelve (12) months from the shipping date to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, except in case of damage caused by mechanical, electrical or other accidental or intended damages caused by improper use or due to wind, rain, fire or other acts of nature.

To return failed units to MikroTik, you must perform the following RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) procedure. Follow the instructions below to save time, efforts, avoid costs, and improve the speed of the RMA process.

1. If you have purchased your product from a MikroTik Reseller, please contact the Reseller company regarding all warranty and repair issues, the following instructions apply ONLY if you purchased your equipment directly from MikroTik in Latvia.

2. MikroTik does not offer repairs for products that are not covered by warranty. Exceptions can be made for: CCR1016-12G, CCR1016-12G-BU, CCR1036-12G-4S, RB1100, RB1100AH, RB1100AHx2, RB1200, RB600, RB600A and RB800 as a paid service (fees apply).

3. Out-of-warranty devices and devices not covered by warranty sent to Mikrotik will be returned to the sender at sender's cost. If the customer has not organized return of such rejected devices within 12 months from the day of arrival, MikroTik has the right to discard them.

RMA Instructions are located on our webpage here: http://rma.mikrotik.com

This document is provided “as is” without a warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The manufacturer has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this document, however, it is possible that it may contain technical inaccuracies, typographical or other errors. No liability is assumed for any inaccuracy found in this publication, nor for direct or indirect, incidental, consequential or other damages that may result from such an inaccuracy, including, but not limited to, loss of data or profits. Please report any inaccuracies found to support@mikrotik.com