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Silex technology AP-500AC User Manual

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Access Point
AP-500AC
User's Guide
WA102880XA
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Index

1. Introduction ...........................................................1
1-1. Introduction ......................................................................................... 1
Trademarks ................................................................................................ 1
1-2. Safety Instructions ............................................................................. 2
1-3. User Registration and Customer Services ................................. 5
2. About AP-500AC ....................................................7
2-1. Features ................................................................................................. 7
2-2. Parts and Functions ........................................................................... 9
2-3. Hardware Specication .................................................................. 11
2-4. Software Specication....................................................................13
2-5. Power Supply ..................................................................................... 14
2-6. Wireless Interference Information ..............................................15
2-7. Notes on Security ............................................................................. 18
2-8. OpenSSL License ..............................................................................19
3. Conguration Using Web Page .......................... 23
3-1. Displaying Web Page of AP-500AC (Initial Conguration) 23
3-2. Displaying Web Page of AP-500AC (After Initial Configuration) ....... 51
3-3. Conguration at Web Page ........................................................... 53
3-4. Installing AP-500AC ......................................................................... 58
4. Connecting Wireless Device ............................... 65
4-1. Connecting PC...................................................................................65
4-2. Connecting Wireless Device Using Smart Wireless Setup Switch .... 69
4- 3. Connecting Wireless Device by Push Button Method of Web Page......72
4-4. Connecting Wireless Device by Entering PIN Code on Web Page ... 76
5. Other Features .................................................... 81
5-1. System Status of Connected Wireless Device ........................81
5-2. DHCP Server Feature ....................................................................... 83
5-3. IEEE802.1X Authentication ...........................................................86
5-4. WDS Feature .......................................................................................90
5-5. VLAN Feature ...................................................................................110
5-6. Mac Address Filter ..........................................................................117
5-7. Device Server Feature ...................................................................123
5-8. Log Output .......................................................................................134
5-9. Saving Log ........................................................................................145
5-10. Conguration Import/Export ..................................................154
5-11. Maintenance Feature..................................................................161
5-12. Product Search Utility ................................................................168
A. Appendix .......................................................... 177
A-1. List of All Settings ..........................................................................177
A-2. Troubleshooting .............................................................................210

1. Introduction

1.
Thank you for purchasing the Access Point AP-500AC (called "AP-500AC" below).

1-1. Introduction

This manual provides information on how to congure and use AP-500AC.
Please read the Safety Instructions carefully before you begin.

Disclaimers

Introduction
- The unauthorized transfer or copying of the content of this manual, in whole or in part,
without prior written consent is expressly prohibited by law.
- The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.
- This manual was prepared to accurately match the content of each OS, but the actual
information shown on the computer monitor may dier from the content of this manual
due to future OS version upgrades, modications, and other changes.
- Although every eort was made to prepare this manual with the utmost accuracy, Silex
Technology will not be held liable for any damages as a result of errors, setting examples,
or other content.

Trademarks

- Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
- Ethernet is a trademark of Xerox Corporation.
- Other company names and product names contained in this manual are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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1-2. Safety Instructions

This page provides the safety instructions for safe use of AP-500AC.
To ensure safe and proper use, please read the following information carefully before using
AP-500AC. The safety instructions include important information on safe handling of AP-
500AC and on general safety issues.
< Indication of the warning >
Danger
Warning
< Indication of the symbol >
This symbol indicates the warning and notice.
( Example: "Danger of the electric shock" )
This symbol indicates the prohibited actions.
( Example: "Disassembly is prohibited" )
This symbol indicates the necessary actions.
( Example: "Remove the AC plug from an outlet" )
"Danger" indicates the existence of a hazard that
could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is
not observed. "Warning" indicates the existence of a hazard
that could result in material damage if the safety
instruction is not observed.
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1. Introduction
Danger
* Do not allow physical impact: When damaged, turn o your network device, unplug
the AC plug of AP-500AC from power outlet (unplug the network cable from Ethernet
HUB when receiving power over the Ethernet) and contact your point of purchase.
Failure to take this action could cause re or an electrical shock.
* In the following cases, turn o your network device, unplug the AC plug of AP-500AC
from power outlet (unplug the network cable from Ethernet HUB when receiving power
over the Ethernet) and contact your point of purchase. Failure to take this action could
cause re or an electrical shock.
* When AP-500AC emits a strange smell, heat, smoke or sound.
* When foreign objects (liquid, metal, etc) gets into AP-500AC. * Keep the cord and cables away from children. They may be injured or receive a shock.
* If your network device has a ground wire, it must be used to prevent electrocution and
power surges.
* Do not disassemble or modify AP-500AC. Contact your point of purchase about
repairing AP-500AC.
* Do not disassemble or alter the AC adapter bundled with AP-500AC.
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* When unplugging AP-500AC, do not pull on the cord. The cord may break resulting in
re and/or electric shock. Pull only on the plug.
* When moving AP-500AC, turn o your network device and AP-500AC by unplugging
the power cables from the outlet (if you are receiving power over the Ethernet (PoE),
unplug the network cable from the HUB).
* Always use the AC adapter bundled with AP-500AC. Other AC adapters may cause AP-
500AC to malfunction.
* Verify all cables are connected properly and safely before using AP-500AC.
* When AP-500AC will not be used for an extended time, disconnect and unplug the
power cable.
* Do not use or store AP-500AC under the following conditions to avoid potential
damage to AP-500AC.
- Hard vibrations
- Tilted or unstable places
- Exposure to the direct rays of the sun
- Humid or dusty places
- Wet place (kitchen or bathroom)
- Heated places (near stove or heater)
- Wide temperature change
- Strong electromagnetic eld (near magnet, radio or wireless device)
Warning
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1. Introduction

1-3. User Registration and Customer Services

User registration

To enable us to provide better services (support and repair), please perform the user
registration process from our website below:
URL
USA http://www.silexamerica.com/support/product-registration/ Europe http://www.silexeurope.com/en/home/support/registration/ Japan http://www.silex.jp/register/
- For user registration, a serial number is required. It can be found on the bottom of AP-500AC.
Note

Product Information

The services below are available from the Silex Technology website. For details, please visit
the Silex Technology website.
URL
USA http://www.silexamerica.com/ Europe http://www.silexeurope.com/ Japan http://www.silex.jp/
- Latest rmware download - Latest software download
- Latest manual download - Support information (FAQ)

Customer Support Center

Customer Support is available by e-mail or telephone for any problems that you may
encounter. If you cannot nd the relevant problem in this manual or on our website, or if
the corrective procedure does not resolve the problem, please contact Silex Technology
Customer Support.
Note
Contact Information
USA +1-801-748-1199 support@silexamerica.com Europe +49-(0)2151-65009-0 support@silexeurope.com Japan +81-(0)774-98-3981 support@silex.jp
- Refer to the Silex Technology website (http://www.silexamerica.com/) for the latest FAQ and product
information.
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2. About AP-500AC

2.
About AP-500AC
AP-500AC is an Access Point that supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac and can be used as a base
station to connect your wireless client devices each other. In addition to high performance
wireless connectivity, AP-500AC also supports enterprise-level wireless security and PoE
(Power over Ethernet).
- PoE is a technology to supply electrical power over Ethernet cable (Category 5 or above).
Note
This technology allows you to connect your PoE supported devices to the Ethernet even in a
location without electrical outlet nearby.

2-1. Features

AP-500AC has the following features:
- Works as an Access Point that can connect up to 200 wireless devices. (*1)
- IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac and 2.4GHz/5GHz concurrent wireless connectivity
- With IEEE 802.11n, up to 300Mbps can be reached at 2.4GHz (theoretical value)
- With IEEE 802.11ac, up to 1.3Gbps can be reached at 5GHz (theoretical value)
- Higher security with IEEE 802.1X authentication
- Multi SSID (Up to 4 wireless interfaces can be used)(*2)
- Easy conguration using Smart Wireless Setup feature(*3)
- Web conguration interface
- PoE (Power over Ethernet)
- DHCP server function
USB Device Server feature allows sharing of various USB devices connected to AP-500AC.
-
*1 This is the total number of connectable devices for 2.4GHz (100 device) and 5GHz (100 devices)
Up to 100 wireless devices can be connected when TKIP or AUTO is used as wireless encryption.
*2 Up to 4 wireless interfaces can be used; two for 2.4GHz and two for 5GHz.
*3 This is a wireless conguration feature compatible with WPS2.0.
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- Advanced conguration (WMM-EDCA setting, etc.)
- Conguration import /export
- Log message feature (access logs, etc.)
- MAC Address lter can allow or deny access of devices.
- WDS (Wireless Distribution System) feature allows wireless communication between
the Access Points (AP-500AC).(*4)
- VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) feature allows to establish virtual network groups.
- Supports the total management software, AMC Manager (non-free program) / AMC
Finder (free program)
- Using the AMC Manager, you can maintain as well as monitor the Silex devices from a
remote place, including the bulk conguration, rmware update, etc.
*4 WDS is guaranteed only for Silex brand products that support WDS.
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Note
-
When WDS is used for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands simultaneously, please do not allow a
link between the bands. It may cause a loop communication error.
- For details on the "AMC Manager" and "AMC Finder", please visit our homepage.
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2-2. Parts and Functions

The parts name and functions are as follows:
Front
2. About AP-500AC
(1)
(2)
(3) (4)
(5) (6)
(1)
Wireless LAN Antenna Wireless antenna for wireless communication
(2) POWER LED
(Green/Orange/Red)
(3) STATUS LED
(Green/Red)
(4) 5GHz LED
(Green/Orange/Red)
(5) 2.4GHz LED
(Green/Orange/Red)
(6) ACTIVE LED
(Green/Orange/Red)
Green ON Powering on Red Blink USB storage error
Blink rapidly USB over current
Green ON Smart Wireless Setup is completed (* Turns o in 3 mins)
Blink Smart Wireless Setup is in progress
Red ON Smart Wireless Setup failed (* Turns o in 3 mins)
(Timeout/Overlap error occur) Blink rapidly Smart Wireless Setup (PIN code method) failed (* Blinks for 1 sec) Blink Updating rmware
Green ON One or more 5GHz wireless interfaces are active
Blink Communicating over a wireless LAN
OFF 5GHz wireless interface is not active.
Smart Wireless Setup is in progress at 2.4GHz (* STATUS LED blinks Green)
Orange ON Host AP is connected by WDS
Blink Communicating in WDS
Red ON Green ON One or more 2.4GHz wireless interfaces are active
Blink Communicating over a wireless LAN
OFF 2.4GHz wireless interface is not active.
Orange ON Host AP is connected by WDS
Blink Communicating in WDS
Green ON Ready
Blink Powering on
Orange Blink Running in Conguration Mode Red Blink Conguration Mode error
DFS in progress (communication is disabled then) (* Turns o in 1 min)
Smart Wireless Setup is in progress at 5GHz (* STATUS LED blinks Green)
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Bottom
(7) Push Switch (SW1) When pressed together with the one on your wireless device while AP-500AC is active,
wireless conguration can be performed. (Smart Wireless Setup)
(8) Push Switch (SW2) Start in Conguration Mode Press and hold this switch for more than 3 sec while AP-
500AC is active.
Factory default conguration
(9) USB Port Connect a USB cable (A-type connector). (10) AC Connector Connect an AC adaptor. (11) Link LED (Green) Turns on when connected to a wired LAN. (12) Network Port Connect a network cable. (13) Status LED (Yellow) Blinks while communicating in a wired LAN.
Press and hold this switch while turning on AP-500AC. Release
the switch in 2 sec or more after Link LED and Status LED turn on.
(7) (8) (9)
(10)
(11) (12) (13)
Back
(14) Default
(2.4GHz/5GHz)
SSID
Key
PIN Code
Authentic
Encryption
Password
IP Address (15) E/A Ethernet Address (16) S/N Serial Number
SSID of 2.4GHz/5GHz (default value)
Network key (default value)
Authentication mode (default value)
Encryption mode (default value)
PIN code (default value)
Login password (default value)
IP Address (default value)
(14) - (16)
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2-3. Hardware Specication
Operating environment Temperature : +0 C to +40 C , +32 F to +104 F
Humidity : 20% to 80%RH (Non-condensing)
Storage environment Temperature : -10 C to +50 C , +14 F to +122 F
Humidity : 20% to 90%RH (Non-condensing)
EMI VCCI Class B
FCC Part15 SubPart B Class B
EN55022, EN301489-1/-17
ICES-003 Class B CPU 32bit RISC CPU Memory RAM: 256MByte
ROM: 16MByte
eMMC: 4GByte Wired network interface 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T(Auto-sensing) : 1 port
Auto MDI/MDIX
Power over Ethernet PoE Wireless network interface IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
(For channels you can use, check the regulations in your country.) Antenna Non-directional antenna USB interface USB2.0 Hi-Speed port (A type) : 1 port Push Switch 2 For Smart Wireless Setup : 1
For Conguration Mode/Factory default conguration : 1
LED Front POWER LED (Green/Orange/Red)
ACTIVE LED (Green/Orange/Red)
2.4GHz LED (Green/Orange/Red)
5GHz LED (Green/Orange/Red)
STAT LED (Green/Red)
Network Port Status LED (Yellow)
Link LED (Green)
2. About AP-500AC
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FCC / IC Notice
Channel Selection
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
Fcc Rules Part 15
FCC CAUTION
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
2.4GHz device FCCID : N6C-SXPCEGN IC : 4908B-SXPCEGN
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on,the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
- Antenna type Embedded PCB Antenna
- Model H2B1BC2A1B
- Antenna Gain
2.12dBi
5GHz device FCCID : N6C-SXPCEAC IC : 4908A-SXPCEAC
FCC Rules, Part 15 §15.19(a)(3) / IC RSS Gen §8.4
Below sentences must be indicated on the nal product which contains this module inside. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
Le présent appareil est conforme à la partie 15 des règles de la FCC et CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart C §15.247 and Subpart E / IC RSS-102 §2.6
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées pour un environnement non contrôlé et respecte les règles les radioélectriques (RF) de la FCC lignes directrices d'exposition et d’exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques (RF) CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé en gardant une distance de 20 cm ou plus entre le radiateur et le corps humain.
FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart E §15.407(c)
Compliance with FCC requirement 15.407(c) Data transmission is always initiated by software, which is the passed down through the MAC, through the digital and analog baseband, and nally to the RF chip. Several special packets are initiated by the MAC. These are the only ways the digital baseband portion will turn on the RF transmitter, which it then turns o at the end of the packet. Therefore, the transmitter will be on only while one of the aforementioned packets is being transmitted. In other words, this device automatically discontinue transmission in case of either absence of information to transmit or operational failure.
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FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart E §15.407(g)
Frequency Tolerance: +/-20 ppm
FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart C §15.247(g) / Subpart E
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
RSS-Gen §8.3 This radio transmitter 4908A-SXPCEAC has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Le numéro IC du présent émetteur radio 4908A-SXPCEAC a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué pour ce type, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation avec cet appareil.
- Antenna type Flying Lead Antenna
- Model KWM-619BMPW9-890
- Antenna Gain
2.0dBi
RSS-210 5150-5250 MHz and 5250-5350 MHz bands are restricted to indoor operations only. High-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.
La bandes 5150-5250 MHz et 5250-5350 MHz ont restreinte à une utilisation à l’intérieur seulement. Les radars de haute puissance sont désignés comme utilisateurs principaux (c’est-à dire utilisateurs prioritaires) pour les bandes 5250­5350 MHz et 5650-5850 MHz, et que ces radars peuvent provoquer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL.
WARNING
The FCC / The Industry Canadaregulations provide that changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
CE Notice
2-4. Software Specication
TCP/IP Network layer ARP, IP, ICMP
Transport layer TCP, UDP Application layer BOOTP, DHCP(Client/Server), HTTP, WINS(NBNS),
NTP, SNMP, SSH, JCP(Silex proprietary protocol),
SXUPTP(Silex proprietary protocol), SX-KeepAlive(Silex proprietary protocol),
SXSMP(Silex proprietary protocol)
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2-5. Power Supply

AP-500AC can receive electrical power via a AC adaptor or network cable.
AP-500AC can receive electrical power from the IEEE802.3af compliant power supply unit
over a network cable. For details, please see the operating manual that came with your
power supply devices.
- PoE is a technology to supply electrical power over Ethernet cable (Category 5 or above).
Note
TIP
This technology allows you to connect your PoE supported devices to the Ethernet even in a
location without electrical outlet nearby.
- When receiving power over Ethernet, you do not have to use the AC adaptor that came with
AP-500AC.
- Please remember that power is supplied from the AC adaptor if it is connected to AP-500AC.
Sample connection1: When using a PoE supported HUB
AP-500AC
PoE supported
Ethernet HUB
Network Cable
Sample connection2: When using a PoE power supply unit
AP-500AC
Electrical Outlet
PoE Power
Supply Unit
Ethernet HUB
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Network Cable
Network Cable
2. About AP-500AC

2-6. Wireless Interference Information

Notes

Do not use AP-500AC near the following devices or places.
- Microwave, pacemaker, etc. of industrial, scientic and medical devices
- Licensed radio station in a factory
- Small power radio station (A non-licensed radio station)
These devices may use the same band. If you use AP-500AC near these devices, the radio
waves emitted from AP-500AC may interfere with them.
Do not use AP-500AC near a cellular phone, TV or Radio.
A cellular phone, TV and radio use a different radio band than our products. Generally,
if they are used near AP-500AC, it will not cause any problems. However, when they
approximate AP-500AC, sound or image noise may occur.
If there is reinforced concrete/metal between wireless devices, they may not connect.
AP-500AC can connect through wood or glass, but may have troubles connecting through
reinforced concrete/metal.
AP-500AC complies with the certification of conformance to technical standards.
Please pay attention to the following points:
- Please do not disassemble or remodel the product. Such action is prohibited by law.
- Please do not remove the certicate label. Using the product without a label is prohibited.
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Wireless devices using 2.4GHz band
The same frequency band of AP-500AC is used for a microwave, industry, science, medical
equipment and licensed in room or low power (non-licensed) radio stations.
- Before you use AP-500AC, check that it does not interfere with other devices.
- If interference occurs, stop using AP-500AC or change the wireless band. Please
consider to create a wall between these devices to avoid interference. Contact us to
for possible solution.
* The meaning of the symbols in the bottom of the unit:
DS/OF2.4 4
2.4 : Wireless devices using 2.4GHz frequency band DS/OF : DS-SS or OFDM is used as modulation. 4 : The range of interference is equal to or lower than 40m.
: All bands can be used to avoid interference.
Notes on using 5GHz band
- Use of 5.2GHz band (W52) and 5.3GHz band (W53) outdoors is prohibited by the
radio regulations.
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2. About AP-500AC
DFS
AP-500AC supports DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) of the IEEE 802.11h wireless
standard. When radar signals are detected, the channel will automatically be switched to
avoid interference with radar systems (e.g. weather radar, etc).
One alternative channel can individually be set for W53/W56 channels beforehand, which
will be used when radar signals are detected and the channel needs to be switched.
When alternative channels are not specified or radar signals are detected even for that
channel, AP-500AC switches the channel in order of the following:
DFS Channels (5GHz band)
W53 HT20/VHT20 52 > 56 > 60 > 64 > 36
HT40/VHT40 + 52 > 60 > 36
- 56 > 64 > 40
VHT80 36
W56 HT20/VHT20 100 > 104 > 108 > 112 > 116 > 120 > 124 > 128 > 132 > 136 > 140
HT40/VHT40 + 100 > 108 > 116 > 124 > 132
- 104 > 112 > 120 > 128 > 136
VHT80 100 > 116, 104 > 120, 108 > 124, 112 > 128, 116 > 100, 120 > 104, 124 > 108, 128 > 112
TIP
- AP-500AC checks if there are radar signals on the DFS channels when it is powered on.
During this time, no wireless communication is allowed to AP-500AC.
- If radar signals are detected during or after AP-500AC is powered on, the channel needs to
be changed in order to avoid wireless interference. Therefore, if DFS channels are selected,
the channel could be changed automatically.
- The radar signals are monitored for a certain amount of time (*) after it is detected, while
wireless communication is disabled on AP-500AC then. Once radar signals are detected,
the channel will not be available for 30 mins. (* This time period diers depending on the
country.)
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2-7. Notes on Security

Because a wireless LAN uses electromagnetic signals instead of a network cable to
establish communication with network devices, it has the advantage of allowing devices
to connect to the network easily. However, a disadvantage of this is that within a certain
range, the electromagnetic signals can pass through barriers such as walls, and if security
countermeasures are not implemented in some way, problems such as the following may
occur.
- Communication is intercepted by a third party
- Unauthorized access to the network
- Leakage of personal information (ID and Card information)
- Spoong and the falsication of intercepted data
- System crashes and data corruption
Nowadays, wireless LAN cards or access points are equipped with security measures
that address such security problems, so that you can enable security-related settings for
wireless LAN products in order to reduce the likelihood of problems occurring.
We recommend that you make yourself fully acquainted with the possible implications
of what might happen if you use a wireless product without enabling security features,
and that you congure security-related settings and use wireless products at your own
responsibility.
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2-8. OpenSSL License

This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit. ( http://www.openssl.org/ )
OpenSSL License
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3. Conguration Using Web Page
3.
Conguration Using Web Page
This chapter explains how to congure AP-500AC.
3-1.
AP-500AC settings can be congured from its Web page.
When AP-500AC has default setting, the Web page can be displayed by the following
methods. Display the Web page using a method appropriate for your environment.
Displaying Web Page of AP-500AC (Initial Conguration)
Using a wired LAN
Connect AP-500AC and PC via a wired LAN to display the Web page. It is possible to connect
two or more AP-500AC units to a wired LAN to congure them at once. Start from this when you
connect AP-500AC to your existing wired LAN.
Conguration Mode
Connect AP-500AC directly to PC using a network cable to display the Web page. AP-500AC can be
congured one by one.
Using a wireless LAN
Connect AP-500AC (running as Access Point) from PC wirelessly to display the Web page.
Smart Wireless Setup
Connect AP-500AC and PC by Smart Wireless Setup to display the Web page.
Using external registrar
Connect AP-500AC and PC using Set Up a Network of Windows to display the Web page.
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Displaying Web Page Using Wired LAN

Connect AP-500AC and PC via a wired LAN to display the Web page. It is possible to
connect two or more AP-500AC units to a wired LAN to congure them at once. Start from
this when you connect AP-500AC to your existing wired LAN.
AP-500AC
PC
Ethernet HUB
Network Cable Network Cable
Following items are required:
- PC to use for conguration
- Network Cable
- Ethernet HUB
(When receiving power over Ethernet (PoE), PoE Hub or PoE power supply unit is required.)
- When there are available LAN ports on the network in which AP-500AC is to be installed,
Note
you do not have to purchase a new Ethernet Hub or broadband router as AP-500AC can be
connected to the available LAN port.
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1.
Connect the PC (to use for setup) and Ethernet Hub using a network cable.
PC
Ethernet HUB
Network Cable
Check the IP Address of AP-500AC.
2.
The default IP Address can be found on the bottom label of AP-500AC.
AP-500AC
この製品は、技術基準認証済の無線装置を内蔵しています。
R
IEEE802.11b/g/n
IEEE802.11a/n/ac
W52J52
W52/W53は屋内使用限定
Contains : FCC ID N6C-SXPCEGN Contains : IC:4908B-SXPCEGN Contains : FCC ID N6C-SXPCEAC Contains : IC:4908A-SXPCEAC
E/A : XXXXXX&&&&&&
Default SSID(2.4G):AP-500-&&&&&&-1 SSID(5G) :AP-500-&&&&&&-3 Key :######## PIN :******** Authentic :WPA2-PSK Encryption:AES
Password : なし (N/A)
IP Address:***.***.***.***
W53
W56
S/N : YYYYYYYYY
Made in Japan
- If AP-500AC was congured for another network in the past and you are not sure what IP
Address has been assigned, reset AP-500AC to factory defaults. For how to initialize AP-
Note
500AC, refer to Chapter 5-11 Maintenance Feature - Factory Default Conguration.
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Connect AP-500AC and Ethernet Hub via a network cable.
3.
AP-500AC
Ethernet HUB
Network Cable
Connect the AC adapter to AP-500AC and AC plug to a power outlet.
4.
AP-500AC
Electrical Outlet
(2)
(1)
AC Adaptor
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Note
- When receiving a power over Ethernet (PoE), the AC adaptor does not need to be connected.
Make sure that the PoE supported HUB or PoE power supply unit is used then.
- To connect two or more AC-500AP units, repeat the process at 2-4.
Change the network settings on the PC to access AP-500AC.
5.
Example:
In case the default IP Address of AP-500AC is 10.18.52.86, change the network
settings on your PC to the following:
- IP Address : 10.1.2.3
- Subnet Mask : 255.0.0.0
- Please be sure to set a unique address to your PC, that is not used for AP-500AC.
Note
3. Conguration Using Web Page
Start a Web browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc) on the PC you are using for the setup,
6.
enter the IP address of AP-500AC in the address bar and press the ENTER key.
- By using the device search utility "AMC Finder" that can be downloaded from our homepage,
Note
it is possible to show all AP-500AC units as a list and access the Web page of each.
For how to install and use AMC Finder, refer to 5-12. Product Search Utility.
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The login menu window is displayed.
7.
Click Login to login to the Web page.
- No password is set by default. In such case, just click Login.
Note
Web page has been displayed. Go on to 3-3. Conguration at Web Page.
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3. Conguration Using Web Page
Displaying Web Page Using Conguration Mode
Connect AP-500AC directly to PC using a network cable to display the Web page.
AP-500AC can be congured one by one.
AP-500AC
PC
Network Cable
Following items are required:
- PC to use for conguration
- Network Cable
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If a wireless interface is enabled on the PC (to use for conguration), please disable it
1.
temporarily.
- If a wireless interface is enabled on the PC, the Web page may not be displayed.
Note
Connect AP-500AC and the PC (to use for setup) using a network cable.
2.
AP-500AC
PC
Network Cable
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3. Conguration Using Web Page
Conrm ACTIVE LED turns Green
(2) (4)
(1) (3)
Keep holding the switch Release the switch
Push Switch (SW2)
Push Switch (SW2)
Conrm ACTIVE LED blinks Orange
AP-500AC AP-500AC
Connect the AC adapter to AP-500AC, and the AC adapter's plug to an electrical outlet.
3.
AP-500AC
Electrical Outlet
(2)
(1)
When the front ACTIVE LED starts blinking in Green and then turns on to Green, press
4.
AC Adaptor
and hold the push switch with a ne tipped object such as a pen or pencil.
Release the push switch (SW2) when ACTIVE LED starts blinking in Orange (It may take
3sec until blinking).
AP-500AC will start running in the Configuration Mode and you will be ready to
congure AP-500AC from the PC.
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Start a Web browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc) on the PC you are using for the
5.
setup. The Web page of AP-500AC is displayed.
- If the Web page is not displayed, enter "http://silex" in the address bar of the Web browser
Note
and press the Enter key.
- If a password is set to AP-500AC, a password entry screen is displayed. Enter the password
and click Login.
- The password entry screen is not displayed at the initial setup.
Web page has been displayed. Go on to 3-3. Conguration at Web Page.
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AP-500AC
PC

Displaying Web Page Using Wireless LAN

Connect AP-500AC and PC wirelessly to display the Web page.
Following items are required:
- PC to use for conguration
- By default, it is impossible to access Web page as the port lter setting denies HTTP access
TIP
over a wireless LAN. To use this method, change the port lter setting in advance to allow
HTTP access over a wireless LAN.
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Check the SSID, security key and IP Address of AP-500AC.
1.
The default values can be found on the bottom label of AP-500AC.
AP-500AC
この製品は、技術基準認証済の無線装置を内蔵しています。
R
IEEE802.11b/g/n
IEEE802.11a/n/ac
W52J52
W52/W53は屋内使用限定
Contains : FCC ID N6C-SXPCEGN Contains : IC:4908B-SXPCEGN Contains : FCC ID N6C-SXPCEAC Contains : IC:4908A-SXPCEAC
Default SSID(2.4G):AP-500-&&&&&&-1 SSID(5G) :AP-500-&&&&&&-3 Key :######## PIN :******** Authentic :WPA2-PSK Encryption:AES
Password : なし (N/A)
IP Address:***.***.***.***
W53
W56
E/A : XXXXXX&&&&&&
S/N : YYYYYYYYY
Made in Japan
- If AP-500AC was configured for another network in the past and you are not sure
what IP Address has been assigned, reset AP-500AC to factory defaults. For how to
Note
initialize AP-500AC, refer to Chapter 5-11 Maintenance Feature - Factory Default
Conguration.
Connect the AC adapter to AP-500AC, and the AC adapter's plug to an electrical outlet.
2.
AP-500AC
Electrical Outlet
34
(1)
(2)
AC Adaptor
3. Conguration Using Web Page
Move your cursor to top-right or bottom right corners (when a touch-panel device is
3.
used, swipe your nger from the right edge) and click Settings from the charm bar.
Click the icon below to show the wireless connection window.
4.
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Select the SSID congured on AP-500AC from a list and click Connect.
5.
(1)
(2)
- When Connect automatically is checked, the PC will automatically be connected when it is
restarted next time.
Note
Enter the security key of AP-500AC for Enter the network security key and click Next.
6.
(1)
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(2)
Click No, don't turn on sharing or connect to devices.
7.
3. Conguration Using Web Page
Change the network settings on the PC to access AP-500AC.
8.
Example:
In case the default IP Address of AP-500AC is 10.18.52.86, change the network
settings on your PC to the following:
- IP Address : 10.1.2.3
- Subnet Mask : 255.0.0.0
- Please be sure to set a unique address to your PC, that is not used for AP-500AC.
Note
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Start a Web browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc) on the PC you are using for the setup,
9.
enter the IP address of AP-500AC in the address bar and press the ENTER key.
- By using the device search utility "AMC Finder" that can be downloaded from our homepage,
Note
it is possible to show all AP-500AC units as a list and access the Web page of each.
For how to install and use AMC Finder, refer to 5-12. Product Search Utility.
The login menu window is displayed.
10.
Click Login to login to the Web page.
- No password is set by default. In such case, just click Login.
Note
Web page has been displayed. Go on to 3-3. Conguration at Web Page.
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3. Conguration Using Web Page

Displaying Web Page by Smart Wireless Setup

Use the Smart Wireless Setup switch (push switch SW1) to connect AP-500AC and PC via a
wireless LAN as well as display the Web page.
Push Switch (SW1)
AP-500AC
Following items are required:
- PC to use for conguration
PC
TIP
- By default, it is impossible to access Web page as the port lter setting denies HTTP access
over a wireless LAN. To use this method, change the port lter setting in advance to allow
HTTP access over a wireless LAN.
- During this configuration, please place your PC closer to AP-500AC so that they can
communicate better.
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AP-500AC User's Guide
Check SSID(2.4GHz) and IP Address of AP-500AC.
1.
The default values can be found on the bottom label of AP-500AC.
AP-500AC
この製品は、技術基準認証済の無線装置を内蔵しています。
R
IEEE802.11b/g/n
IEEE802.11a/n/ac
W52J52
W52/W53は屋内使用限定
Contains : FCC ID N6C-SXPCEGN Contains : IC:4908B-SXPCEGN Contains : FCC ID N6C-SXPCEAC Contains : IC:4908A-SXPCEAC
Default SSID(2.4G):AP-500-&&&&&&-1 SSID(5G) :AP-500-&&&&&&-3 Key :######## PIN :******** Authentic :WPA2-PSK Encryption:AES
Password : なし (N/A)
IP Address:***.***.***.***
W53
W56
E/A : XXXXXX&&&&&&
-
By default, wireless interface 1 (2.4GHz) is set as wireless interface that can use Smart Wireless Setup.
S/N : YYYYYYYYY
Made in Japan
- If AP-500AC was configured for another network in the past and you are not sure
Note
what IP Address has been assigned, reset AP-500AC to factory defaults. For how to
initialize AP-500AC, refer to Chapter 5-11 Maintenance Feature - Factory Default
Conguration.
Connect the AC adapter to AP-500AC, and the AC adapter's plug to an electrical outlet.
2.
AP-500AC
Electrical Outlet
40
(1)
(2)
AC Adaptor
3. Conguration Using Web Page
Move your cursor to top-right or bottom right corners (when a touch-panel device is
3.
used, swipe your nger from the right edge) and click Settings from the charm bar.
Click the icon below to show the wireless connection window.
4.
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Select the SSID congured on AP-500AC from a list and click Connect.
5.
(1)
(2)
- When Connect automatically is checked, the PC will automatically be connected when it is
restarted next time.
Note
The message says You can also connect by pushing the button on the router.
6.
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3. Conguration Using Web Page
AP-500AC
Push Switch (SW1)
Conrm STATUS LED blinks Green
Press and hold the push switch (SW1). Release it when STATUS LED start blinking in
7.
Green.
(1)
(3)
Click No, don't turn on sharing or connect to devices.
8.
(2)
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Change the network settings on the PC to access AP-500AC.
9.
Example:
In case the default IP Address of AP-500AC is 10.18.52.86, change the network
settings on your PC to the following:
- IP Address : 10.1.2.3
- Subnet Mask : 255.0.0.0
- Please be sure to set a unique address to your PC, that is not used for AP-500AC.
Note
Start a Web browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc) on the PC you are using for the setup,
10.
enter the IP address of AP-500AC in the address bar and press the ENTER key.
- By using the device search utility "AMC Finder" that can be downloaded from our homepage,
Note
it is possible to show all AP-500AC units as a list and access the Web page of each.
For how to install and use AMC Finder, refer to 5-12. Product Search Utility.
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The login menu window is displayed.
11.
Click Login to login to the Web page.
- No password is set by default. In such case, just click Login.
3. Conguration Using Web Page
Note
Web page has been displayed. Go on to 3-3. Conguration at Web Page.
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AP-500AC User's Guide

Displaying Web Page Using External Registrar

Connect AP-500AC and PC using Set up a new connection or network of Windows 8 to
display the Web page.
Following items are required:
- PC to use for conguration
- To continue this configuration, External Registrar must be set to ENABLE and Wireless
TIP
LAN cong status needs to be Uncongured on AP-500AC. Before you begin, please check
these settings at the Smart Wireless Setup page on the Web page.
- By default, it is impossible to access Web page as the port lter setting denies HTTP access
over a wireless LAN. To use this method, change the port lter setting in advance to allow
HTTP access over a wireless LAN.
1.
On the PC, go Control Panel and click Network and Internet - Network and Sharing
Center and click Set up a new connection or network.
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2.
Select Set up a new network and click Next.
3. Conguration Using Web Page
(1)
3.
Select AP-500AC and click Next.
(2)
(1)
Note
(2)
- If two or more of AP-500AC are displayed, select the correct one by checking the host name
on the right.
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4.
Enter the PIN code of AP-500AC to PIN: eld and click Next.
(1)
(2)
- PIN code is a 8-digit number that can be found on the bottom label of AP-500AC.
TIP
5.
Enter an SSID to Type your network name.
Click the down arrow button on the right of Change passphrase, security level and
encryption type (advanced) to congure Security key, Security level, Encryption
type and Connect automatically. When nished entering the settings, click Next.
(1)
(2)
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(3)
6.
Click Close.
3. Conguration Using Web Page
- It is recommended to take notes of the security key.
Note
Change the network settings on the PC to access AP-500AC.
7.
Example:
In case the default IP Address of AP-500AC is 10.0.17.34, change the network settings
on your PC to the following:
- IP Address : 10.1.2.3
- Subnet Mask : 255.0.0.0
- Please be sure to set a unique address to your PC, that is not used for AP-500AC.
Note
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8.
Start a Web browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc) on the PC you are using for the setup,
enter the IP address of AP-500AC in the address bar and press the ENTER key.
- By using the device search utility "AMC Finder" that can be downloaded from our homepage,
it is possible to show all AP-500AC units as a list and access the Web page of each.
Note
For how to install and use AMC Finder, refer to 5-12. Product Search Utility.
The login menu window is displayed.
9.
Enter the password and click Login to login to the Web page.
- No password is set by default. In such case, just click Login.
Note
Web page has been displayed. Go on to 3-3. Conguration at Web Page.
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3. Conguration Using Web Page
3-2.
AP-500AC settings can be congured from its Web page.
After the initial conguration is nished, access the Web page of AP-500AC on your PC to
change the settings.
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Displaying Web Page of AP-500AC (After Initial Conguration)
-
If the PC is blocked by MAC Address lter of AP-500AC, the Web page cannot be displayed.
- By default, it is impossible to access Web page as the port lter setting denies HTTP access
over a wireless LAN. To use this method, change the port lter setting in advance to allow
HTTP access over a wireless LAN.
1.
Start a Web browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc) on the PC you are using for the setup,
enter the IP address of AP-500AC in the address bar and press the ENTER key.
- By using the device search utility "AMC Finder" that can be downloaded from our homepage,
it is possible to show all AP-500AC units as a list and access the Web page of each.
Note
For how to install and use AMC Finder, refer to 5-12. Product Search Utility.
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The login menu window is displayed.
2.
Enter the password and click Login to login to the Web page.
- When no password is set, just click Login.
Note
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3-3.
Conguration at Web Page
(1) (3)
(2) (4)
(6)
(1) Menu
Changes the language (English/Japanese) and provides conguration menu.
(2) Tab
Changes the tabs of conguration.
(3) Conguration page
Provides each setting.
(4) Link to Help page
Opens the Help page that provides explanation on each setting.
(5) Submit button
Saves the settings you congured at each page.
(6) Firmware version / MAC Address
Shows the rmware version and MAC Address of AP-500AC.
(5)
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Category Page Description
Status
General
Conguration Access Point
Wired LAN
Security Password Congures the password to manage the AP-500AC.
Device
Management
Maintenance Restart Restarts AP-500AC.
System Shows the system information.
Wireless Shows information of the connected wireless client devices.
General Provides general conguration for TCP/IP and wireless LAN.
TCP/IP Provides the TCP/IP conguration.
2.4GHz
5GHz
Smart Wireless Provides the settings for Smart Wireless Setup.
VLAN Congures the VLAN settings. For details, refer to 5-5. VLAN Feature.
Wired LAN Congures the physical network type.
Access Control
Log Output Congures the log output settings.
Import Conguration Congures AP-500AC using a conguration le. Export Conguration Saves the conguration of AP-500AC as a le. NTP Conguration Sets the NTP server to retrieve time information from.
Factory Default Resets AP-500AC to factory default setting. Firmware Update Updates the rmware version of AP-500AC. silex Global Site Displays Silex Technology's homepage.
Provides the wireless LAN conguration (2.4GHz/5GHz).
For details on WDS, refer to 5.4 WDS Feature.
Congures the access control setting.
For details on MAC Address lter, refer to 5-6. MAC Address Filter.
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- Please be sure to set a password when you connect AP-500AC to a public network.
- Please be sure to use encryption when you connect AP-500AC to the wireless network.
- Wireless bands for IEEE 802.11b/g or IEEE 802.11b/g/n are often in use by other people
because the number of devices supporting these standards is growing rapidly. If these wireless
modes are used, you may run into issues with having enough communication bandwidth.
- When using AP-500AC outdoors, you must observe the radio regulations of each country.
In some countries, the use of particular wireless bands (channels) outdoors is strictly
prohibited.
-
When using W53 (52/56/60/64ch) or W56 (100/104/108/112/116/120/124/128/132/136/140ch)
channels,
please be careful of the restrictions addressed at 2. About AP-500AC - 2-6. Wireless
Interference Information - DFS.
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3. Conguration Using Web Page
Click the menu and tabs and configure the settings on each page. When the
1.
conguration is nished, click Submit.
TIP
Note
- To enable the DHCP server feature, disable the DHCP client feature and assign a static IP
Address to AP-500AC.
- MAC Address lter cannot be used on a wireless interface if Smart Wireless Setup is enabled
on it. To use MAC Address lter, select the wireless interface that does not use MAC Address
lter at Smart Wireless Setup page.
- Clicking Help on top right of the Web page will open the Help page.
- For details on each conguration item, refer to A-1. List of All Settings.
-
In each page, click Submit button to save the settings you have congured. If other menu is
clicked without clicking Submit button, the entered information will be cleared.
- Changes will take eect after AP-500AC is restarted.
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The settings are saved and Restart button is displayed.
2.
To continue conguration, click the menu you want to congure next. When necessary
settings have been congured, click Restart.
- AP-500AC can be restarted from Restart page of Maintenance.
Note
After the Restart button is clicked, the progress bar is displayed. When the progress
3.
bar reaches the right end, the restart is completed. Close your Web browser.
- When restart is completed, ACTIVE LED turns Green on AP-500AC.
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3. Conguration Using Web Page
The conguration is completed.
To continue to install AP-500AC to a location of use, unplug the AC adaptor and network
cable from AP-500AC according to instructions below.
Go on to 3-4. Installing AP-500AC then.
Unplug the AC plug from the outlet and then AC adaptor from AP-500AC.
1.
Electrical Outlet
(1)
AC Adaptor
Unplug the network cable from AP-500AC.
2.
AP-500AC
AP-500AC
(2)
Network Cable
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3-4.
Install AP-500AC to a location of use.
Adjust direction of the antenna according to how you have installed the unit.

Installing AP-500AC

Location of Installation

When placing the unit on a table
Place the unit on a table with good line of sight.
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- Do not place the unit on tilted or unstable surfaces.
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When hanging the unit on a wall
Hang the unit on higher position of the wall to make sure of a good line of sight.
Screws
Holes
Hang the unit
on the screws
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(This is a sample image in case the unit
is hung on a wall horizontally.)
- The screws do not come with the unit. They need to be purchased separately.
- The unit may drop if it is not rmly hung on a wall. After hanging the unit on the screws,
slightly move the unit horizontally and vertically to make sure it is fastened.
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Change the Antenna Direction

When placing the unit on its bottom
Stand the antenna upright
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90 degrees
- Do not push the antenna to a wrong direction.
- When you turn the antenna, please be sensitive to the limit of its stopper.
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When hanging the unit horizontally on a wall
(2) Turn the antenna
(1) Stand the antenna upright
3. Conguration Using Web Page
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(3) Hang the unit on a wall
- Do not push the antenna to a wrong direction.
- When you turn the antenna, please be sensitive to the limit of its stopper.
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When hanging the unit vertically on a wall
(1) Stand the antenna upright
(2) Turn the antenna
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(3) Hang the unit on a wall
- Do not push the antenna to a wrong direction.
- When you turn the antenna, please be sensitive to the limit of its stopper.

Connect AP-500AC to a network

Connect AP-500AC and Ethernet Hub via a network cable.
1.
AP-500AC
Ethernet HUB
3. Conguration Using Web Page
Network Cable
Connect the AC adapter to AP-500AC and AC plug to a power outlet.
2.
Electrical Outlet
AP-500AC
(2)
(1)
Note
AC Adaptor
-
When receiving power over Ethernet (PoE), the AC adaptor does not need to be connected.
Make sure that the PoE supported HUB or PoE power supply unit is used then.
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4. Connecting Wireless Device

AP-500AC
PC
Enter wireless LAN
information
4.
Connecting Wireless Device
This chapter explains how to connect your PC and wireless devices to AP-500AC.

4-1. Connecting PC

Following explains how to connect your PC to AP-500AC as a wireless client device.
Note
- Before connecting your PC, you need to know SSID and Security Key congured on
AP-500AC (Pre-Shared Key or WEP Key).
- In the following instructions, the screenshots captured from Windows 8 will be used.
When an operating system other than Windows 8 is used, the procedure may be
dierent.
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Move your cursor to top-right or bottom right corners (when a touch-panel device is
1.
used, swipe your nger from the right edge) and click Settings from the charm bar.
Click the icon below to show the wireless connection window.
2.
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4. Connecting Wireless Device
Select the SSID congured on AP-500AC from a list and click Connect.
3.
(1)
(2)
- When Connect automatically is checked, the PC will automatically be connected when it is
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restarted next time.
Enter the security key of AP-500AC for Enter the network security key and click Next.
4.
(1)
(2)
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Click No, don't turn on sharing or connect to devices.
5.
PC has been connected to AP-500AC.
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4. Connecting Wireless Device
4-2.

Connecting Wireless Device Using Smart Wireless Setup Switch

Following explains how to connect wireless client devices to AP-500AC using the Smart
Wireless Setup switch (Push Switch SW1).
To configure using the Smart Wireless Setup, the wireless client device needs to
support WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). When you are not sure if the wireless client device
supports WPS or not, see the operating manual that came with the device or contact the
manufacturer.
Push Switch (SW1)
WPS
AP-500AC
(1) (2)
- During this conguration, please place your wireless device closer to AP-500AC so that they
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Note
can communicate better.
-
By default, wireless interface 1 (2.4GHz) is set as wireless interface that can use Smart Wireless Setup.
- When the stealth mode is enabled on AP-500AC, wireless connection method using Smart
Wireless Setup cannot be used.
Wireless Device
（MFP, etc.）
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Press and hold the push switch (SW1). Release it when STATUS LED start blinking in
1.
Green.
ACTIVE LED
push switch (SW1)
(2)
Conrm Green LED starts blinking
(1)
Press the wireless setup switch also on your wireless device.
2.
Wireless Device
(MFP, etc.)
(3)
WPS
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Note
- Please use only one wireless device. Even if two or more devices are waiting for wireless
connections, AP-500AC can congure only one device which has replied rst.
- The name, position and shape of the wireless setup switch(WPS button) will differ
depending on your wireless device. For details, refer to the operation manual that came with
your wireless device.
4. Connecting Wireless Device
STATUS LED turns Green
AP-500AC will start to communicate with your wireless device and configure the
3.
same wireless settings. The STATUS LED will turn to Green when the conguration is
completed.
- If STATUS LED turns to Red, the configuration would have failed. Read the notes on this
conguration and try again.
Note
- STATUS LED (Green/Red) will turn o in 3 mins.
The wireless client device has been connected to AP-500AC.
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4-3.
Following explains how to connect wireless client devices to AP-500AC using the Push
Button method of Web page.
To congure using the Smart Wireless Setup, the wireless client device needs to support
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). When you are not sure if the wireless client device
supports WPS or not, see the operating manual that came with the device or contact the
manufacturer.

Connecting Wireless Device by Push Button Method of Web Page

AP-500AC
WPS
PC
Execute Smart Wireless Setup
- During this conguration, please place your wireless device closer to AP-500AC so that they
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Note
can communicate better.
-
By default, wireless interface 1 (2.4GHz) is set as wireless interface that can use Smart Wireless Setup.
- When the stealth mode is enabled on AP-500AC, wireless connection method using Smart
Wireless Setup cannot be used.
(1)
Wireless Device
(MFP, etc.)
(2)
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Log in to the Web page of AP-500AC using your Web browser.
1.
- For how to display the Web page after the initial conguration, refer to 3-2. Displaying Web
Note
Page of AP-500AC (After Initial Conguration).
4. Connecting Wireless Device
From the left menu on the Web page, click Smart Wireless.
2.
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Click Execute at Push Button under Smart Wireless Setup Execute.
3.
- The STATUS LED blinks Green when the Smart Wireless Setup is in process.
Note
Press the wireless setup switch on your wireless device.
4.
WPS
Wireless Device
(MFP, etc.)
- Please use only one wireless device. Even if two or more devices are waiting for wireless
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Note
- The name, position and shape of the wireless setup switch(WPS button) will differ
depending on your wireless device. For details, refer to the operation manual that came with
your wireless device.
4. Connecting Wireless Device
STATUS LED turns Green
AP-500AC will start to communicate with your wireless device and configure the
5.
same wireless settings. The STATUS LED will turn to Green when the conguration is
completed.
- If STATUS LED turns to Red, the configuration would have failed. Read the notes on this
conguration and try again.
Note
- STATUS LED (Green/Red) will turn o in 3 mins.
The wireless client device has been connected to AP-500AC.
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4-4.
Following explains how to connect wireless client devices to AP-500AC using the PIN Code
method of Web page.
To congure using the Smart Wireless Setup, the wireless client device needs to support
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). When you are not sure if the wireless client device
supports WPS or not, see the operating manual that came with the device or contact the
manufacturer.

Connecting Wireless Device by Entering PIN Code on Web Page

(1)
Check the PIN code
AP-500AC
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Note
PC
Wireless Device
(MFP, etc.)
- During this conguration, please place your wireless device closer to AP-500AC so that they
can communicate better.
-
By default, wireless interface 1 (2.4GHz) is set as wireless interface that can use Smart Wireless Setup.
- When the stealth mode is enabled on AP-500AC, wireless connection method using Smart
Wireless Setup cannot be used.
Register the PIN code
(2)
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Check the PIN code of wireless device to connect to AP-500AC.
1.
Check the PIN code
Wireless Device
(MFP, etc.)
- Do not enter the PIN code that is described on the bottom label of AP-500AC.
4. Connecting Wireless Device
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- For how to know the PIN code, see the operating manual of the wireless device.
Note
Log in to the Web page of AP-500AC using your Web browser.
2.
Note
- For how to display the Web page after the initial conguration, refer to 3-2. Displaying Web
Page of AP-500AC (After Initial Conguration).
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From the left menu on the Web page, click Smart Wireless.
3.
Enter the PIN code of wireless device at PIN Code under Smart Wireless Setup
4.
Execute and click Register.
- The STATUS LED blinks Green when the Smart Wireless Setup is in process.
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4. Connecting Wireless Device
STATUS LED turns Green
AP-500AC will start to communicate with your wireless device and configure the
5.
same wireless settings. The STATUS LED will turn to Green when the conguration is
completed.
- If STATUS LED turns to Red, the configuration would have failed. Read the notes on this
conguration and try again.
Note
- STATUS LED (Green/Red) will turn o in 3 mins.
- If STATUS LED blinks in Red rapidly for 1 sec, the conguration would have failed. Check the
PIN code setting and try again.
The wireless client device has been connected to AP-500AC.
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5. Other Features

5.
Other Features
This chapter explains the other features of AP-500AC.

5-1. System Status of Connected Wireless Device

In addition to TCP/IP and wireless setting information of AP-500AC, the MAC Address,
wireless signal strength, etc. of the connected station devices can be seen on the Web
page.
Log in to the Web page of AP-500AC using your Web browser.
1.
Note
- For how to display the Web page after the initial conguration, refer to 3-2. Displaying Web Page of AP-
500AC (After Initial Conguration).
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The system status page will be displayed after you have logged into the Web page.
2.
From the left menu in the Web page, click System. This page shows the general settings
such as TCP/IP information, Wireless LAN settings, etc.
If you click Wireless, the status page for wireless station devices is displayed. In this
page, you can check the MAC Address, RSSI (wireless signal strength) and IP Address for
the connected wireless station devices.
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5. Other Features

5-2. DHCP Server Feature

If DHCP Server Function is used, an IP address can automatically be assigned to PCs or
network devices.
- To assign an IP address to your PC automatically using the DHCP server feature of AP-500AC,
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Log in to the Web page of AP-500AC using your Web browser.
1.
your PC must be set to Obtain an IP address automatically.
- For how to display the Web page after the initial conguration, refer to 3-2. Displaying Web Page of AP-
500AC (After Initial Conguration).
Note
From the left menu in the Web page, click TCP/IP or General.
2.
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Select DISABLE for DHCP Client and congure a static IP Address.
3.
If ENABLE is selected at DHCP Server Function, the following settings will become
available. After entering the settings, click Submit on the bottom right of Web page.
DHCP Server Conguration
Name Description DHCP Server Function Enable/Disable the DHCP Server. Start IP Address Set the start IP address. End IP Address Set the end IP address. Subnet Mask Set the subnet mask for IP address range.
If 0.0.0.0 is set, the subnet mask appropriate for the Start IP Address will automatically be
used. Default Gateway Set the gateway address. This is disabled if 0.0.0.0 (default value) is set. Lease Time Set the lease time (Days/Hours/Minutes).
When the setting is "0Days 0Hours 0Minutes", assigned lease time to client is 10days. DNS Server Set the DNS Server address.
- To use the DHCP server feature, disable the DHCP client feature and assign a static IP
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Address to AP-500AC.
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When nished, click Restart.
4.
- If you continue to configure the other settings, you do not have to restart. Please restart when you
completed all other settings.
Note
- The DHCP Server setting will not take eect unless you restart AP-500AC.
5. Other Features
After the Restart button is clicked, the progress bar is displayed. When the progress
5.
bar reaches the right end, the restart is completed.
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RADIUS Server
HUB
To backbone network
AP-500AC
PC

5-3. IEEE802.1X Authentication

AP-500AC supports the IEEE802.1X authentication.
To use the IEEE802.1X authentication, a RADIUS server is needed.
Network Conguration
Connect the AP-500AC to a network as below when you use the IEEE802.1X
authentication.
IP Address of RADIUS server and port number of EAPOL can be set.
AP-500AC supports the following IEEE802.1X authentication methods.
IEEE802.1X Authentication mode
EAP-TLS
EAP-TTLS
PEAP
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IEEE802.1X Authentication

- EAP-LEAP and EAP-FAST are not supported.

IEEE802.1X Authentication Settings

Log in to the Web page of AP-500AC using your Web browser.
1.
5. Other Features
- For how to display the Web page after the initial conguration, refer to 3-2. Displaying Web Page of AP-
500AC (After Initial Conguration).
Note
In the Web page, click the band (2.4GHz/5GHz) to use 802.1X authentication from the
2.
menu.
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Configure the settings for wireless interface to use 802.1X authentication and click
3.
Submit at bottom right of the page.
Network Authentication
Name Description
802.1X Uses the 802.1X user authentication. For encryption mode, WEP can be used. WPA-Enterprise Uses the 802.1X user authentication. For encryption mode, TKIP/AES/AUTO can be used. WPA2-Enterprise Uses the 802.1X user authentication. For encryption mode, AES/AUTO can be used. WPA/WPA2-Enterprise Uses the 802.1X user authentication. For encryption mode, AES/AUTO can be used.
RADIUS Server Conguration
Name Description Server IP Set the IP Address of RADIUS server.
This can be set only when the network authentication is 802.1X, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-
Enterprise or WPA/WPA2-Enterprise. Port Number Set the port number used to communicate with RADIUS server. Shared Secret Set the secret key used to communicate with RADIUS server.
- For details on each conguration item, refer to A. Appendix - A-1. List of All Settings.
- For 802.11n/802.11ac, Shared / 802.1X authentication and WEP / TKIP encryption cannot be used.
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When nished, click Restart.
4.
- If you continue to configure the other settings, you do not have to restart. Please restart when you
completed all other settings.
Note
- 802.1X authentication setting will not take eect unless you restart AP-500AC.
5. Other Features
After the Restart button is clicked, the progress bar is displayed. When the progress
5.
bar reaches the right end, the restart is completed.
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AP-500AC
AP-500AC
AP-500AC
Extend the wireless distance

5-4. WDS Feature

If this mode is used, two or more AP-500AC Access Points can communicate each other.
By linking several Access Points wirelessly, wireless distance can be expanded as well as
wireless dead spots can be eliminated. The connection and conguration methods to use
WDS are explained.
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-
Please check that all AP-500AC Access Points are running on the same version of rmware.
- In the following instructions, the screenshots captured from Windows 8 will be used. Display
may vary depending on your environment and Web browser.
- WDS is guaranteed only for Silex brand products that support WDS.
5. Other Features

WDS Connection

The WDS(Wireless Distribution System) is composed of one Root AP (running as a host
device) and plural Repeater APs (running as client devices).
Repeater RepeaterRepeaterRootAP
:WDS
When connecting Access Points, use the rst AP as Root AP and the second or later APs as
Repeater APs. As shown in below image, connect APs starting from the Root AP.
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- For Root AP and Repeater APs to connect in WDS mode, configure the same wireless
settings.
Following settings must be the same:
- Wireless channel
- SSID
- Network authentication
- Encryption
- When using WDS, the following features cannot be used.
- 802.1X, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (of network
authentication)
- AUTO (of channel setting) and DFS band channels (W53(52/56/60/64ch), W56(100/104
/108/112/116/120/124/128/132/136/140ch))
- Privacy Separator
- When numbers of AP-500AC Access Points are connected in WDS, wireless
communication speed may slow down.
- We do not guarantee the WDS connection if wireless devices other than AP-500AC are
used.
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Repeater
Repeater
Repeater
Repeater
:WDS(2.4GHz)
:WDS(5GHz)
RootAP
:WDS(2.4GHz)
:WDS(5GHz)
RootAP
Repeater
Repeater
Repeater Repeater
RootAP
-
Only one Repeater AP can be connected for each 2.4GHz and 5GHz in WDS mode.
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Please do not allow the setting that connects two or more Repeater APs to Root AP
or Repeater AP using the same band.
between two or more Repeater APs as shown blow.
Repeater RepeaterRepeater
- When WDS is used for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands simultaneously, please do not
allow a link between the bands. It may cause a loop communication error.
We do not guarantee a successful connection
Repeater RepeaterRepeaterRootAP
:WDS(2.4GHz)
Example of connection for WDS using both 2.4GHz/5GHz bands:
Example of bad connection (loop error) for WDS:
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5. Other Features
WDS Conguration
How to congure Root AP:
Congure the rst unit of AP-500AC as Root AP.
Log in to the Web page of AP-500AC to use as Root AP using your Web browser.
1.
- For how to display the Web page after the initial conguration, refer to 3-2. Displaying Web Page of AP-
500AC (After Initial Conguration).
Note
Click the band (2.4GHz/5GHz) to use WDS connection from the menu.
2.
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Select a wireless interface to use for WDS connection and click WDS Conguration tab.
3.
(2)
(1)
- For details on each conguration item, refer to A. Appendix - A-1. List of All Settings.
- The wireless settings of the selected interface will be necessary again when you congure Repeater AP.
Note
Select Root AP for WDS Mode and select the wireless interface that you have selected
4.
to use for WDS connection. Click Submit on the bottom right of Web page.
Please take notes of the settings such as channel, SSID, network authentication, encryption mode, etc.
(1)
(2)
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Note
- For details on each conguration item, refer to A. Appendix - A-1. List of All Settings.
- The MAC Address displayed under the selected interface will be necessary again when you configure
Repeater AP. Please take a note of the MAC Address.
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