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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ............................................................................. i
Product Overview ........................................................................... 1
Package Contents .......................................................................................................... 1
Features ......................................................................................................................... 1
Product Hardware Features........................................................................................... 2
Application Diagram ...................................................................................................... 3
Basic Access Point Setup ................................................................. 4
Expanding a Home Network .......................................................................................... 4
Basic Installation ............................................................................................................ 5
Access your access point management page .................................... 7
Set the device to access point mode ................................................................... 8
Choosing your device mode ............................................................. 8
Access Point (AP) Mode ................................................................................................. 8
Using access point mode ..................................................................................... 9
Wireless Networking and Security ..................................................................... 10
How to choose the type of security for your wireless network ......................... 10
Secure your wireless network............................................................................ 11
Connect wireless devices to your access point .................................................. 12
Connect wireless devices using WPS ................................................................. 13
Steps to improve wireless connectivity ............................................................. 14
Multiple SSID...................................................................................................... 15
Advanced wireless settings ................................................................................ 16
Wireless Bridge (WDS) ................................................................................................. 18
Access Point Mode with Wireless Bridge (WDS) ......................................................... 20
Planning for Wireless Bridging (WDS) ................................................................ 22
Creating a Wireless Bridge (WDS) ...................................................................... 24
Bridging additional WDS supported devices ...................................................... 26
Additional WDS Options .................................................................................... 27
Lazy WDS ........................................................................................................... 27
WDS Site Survey ................................................................................................ 27
Wireless Range Extender (AP Repeater) ..................................................................... 28
Set the device Repeater mode .......................................................................... 30
Concurrent Dual Band (AP Repeater) mode Site Survey ................................... 30
Concurrent Dual Band (AP Repeater) mode Manual ......................................... 30
High Performance Single Band (AP Repeater) mode ......................................... 32
High Performance Signal Band (AP Repeater mode) Manual ............................ 33
Client Bridge ................................................................................................................ 34
Set the device to client bridge mode ................................................................. 35
Configure Client mode ....................................................................................... 35
Manually configure Client mode ....................................................................... 36
Advanced Access Point Setup ........................................................ 37
MAC Address Filters .................................................................................................... 37
Change your access point login password ................................................................... 38
Change your device name ........................................................................................... 38
Change your device URL .............................................................................................. 38
IPv6 Connection Settings ............................................................................................. 39
Change your access point IP address ........................................................................... 39
Access Point Maintenance & Monitoring ....................................... 40
Reset your Access Point to factory defaults ................................................................ 40
Access Point Default Settings ...................................................................................... 40
Backup and restore your access point configuration settings ..................................... 41
Reboot your access point ............................................................................................ 41
Upgrade your access point firmware .......................................................................... 42
Wireless Client List ...................................................................................................... 43
Check the access point system information ................................................................ 43
View your access point log .......................................................................................... 45
Access Point Mode Management Page Structure ........................... 46
AP Repeater/Client Bridge Mode Management Page Structure ..... 47
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Technical Specifications................................................................. 48
Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 49
Appendix ...................................................................................... 50
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Product Overview
Features
TRENDnet’s high performance AC1750 Dual Band Wireless Access Point,
TEW-815DAP
model TEW-815DAP, supports Access Point (AP), Client, Repeater,
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Bridge, and WDS + AP modes. The
TEW-815DAP generates concurrent 1.3 Gbps Wireless AC and 450 Mbps
Wireless N networks. Embedded GREENnet technology reduces power
consumption by up to 50%.
Ease of Use
Multi-Mode Support
Supports Access Point (AP), Client, Repeater, Wireless Distribution
System (WDS), and WDS + AP modes
One Touch Connection
Securely connect to the access point at the touch of the Wi-Fi Protected
Setup (WPS) button
Multi Language Interface: English, Spanish, French, German, and Russian
TEW-815DAP
Multi Language
Logs
Real time logs and statistics help trouble shooting
Package Contents
In addition to your access point, the package includes:
• TEW-815DAP
• Multi-language Quick Installation Guide
• CD-ROM (User’s Guide)
• Network cable (1.5 m/5 ft.)
• Power adapter (12 V DC, 2 A)
If any package contents are missing or damaged, please contact the retail store, online
retailer, or reseller/distributor from which the product was purchased.
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Security
Encrypted Wireless
Support for wireless encryption up to WPA2
Multiple SSIDs
Create up to four SSIDs per wireless band
1
Reset Button
Power Port
WPS Button
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Performance
Next Generation Wireless AC
Product Hardware Features
Rear View
TEW-815DAP
802.11ac provides uninterrupted HD video streaming in a busy connected
environment
Simultaneous Dual Band
High performance 1.3 Gbps Wireless AC + 450 Mbps Wireless N bands
Wireless Coverage
Extended wireless coverage with MIMO antenna technology
Compatibility
Compatible with legacy wireless devices
Gigabit Port
Gigabit LAN port maintains high performance connections to the wired
network
10/100/1000Mbps
Ethernet LAN Port
Energy Savings
Embedded GREENnet technology reduces power consumption by up to
50%
IPv6
IPv6 network support
Targeted Beamforming
Increased real-time performance by directing stronger wireless signals to
your specific location
*For maximum performance of up to 1.3 Gbps use with a 1.3 Gbps 802.11ac wireless
client
** Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical
specifications. Actual data throughput and coverage will vary depending on
interference, network traffic, building materials and other conditions
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• Reset Button: Press and hold this button for 10 seconds to reset the access point.
• WPS Button (Wi-Fi Protected Setup): Push and hold this button for 5 seconds to
activate WPS. The Power LED will blink when WPS is activated.
• Ethernet LAN Port: Connect Ethernet cables (also called network cables) from your
access point to your router and wired network devices.
• Power Port: Connect the included power adapter from your access point power
port and to an available power outlet.
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Power LED
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Front View
• Power LED: The indicator is solid green when your access point is powered on.
Otherwise if this LED indicator is off, there is no power to your access point. The
indicator will also blink when WPS is activated. The LED will stop blinking and
remain solid green automatically once WPS process is completed.
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Application Diagram
2.4GHz Wireless
LED
LAN Port LED
5GHz Wireless
LED
• 5GHz Wireless (Link/Activity) LED: The indicator turns on solid green when wireless
is enabled on your access point. The indicator will blink during when data is
transmitted or received by your wireless client devices connected to your access
point.
• 2.4GHz Wireless (Link/Activity) LED: The indicator turns on solid green when
wireless is enabled on your access point. The indicator will blink during when data is
transmitted or received by your wireless client devices connected to your access
point.
• Ethernet LAN Port LED: These LED indicators are solid green when the LAN port is
physically connected to your wired network devices (which are turned on) with a
network or Ethernet cable. These LED indicators will blink green while data is
transmitted or received through your access point’s Ethernet LAN port.
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The first access point is installed near your modem/router (typically supplied by your ISP “Internet
Service Provider”) and physically connected using one of your access point’s Ethernet LAN port.
The access point is configured to create a WDS (Wireless Distribution System) Bridge or wireless
bridge to a second access point installed in your entertainment center extending wireless
coverage as well as wired network connectivity to media devices (TVs, game consoles, or media
bridges) using the Ethernet LAN port. In addition, 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless signals from both
access points are broadcasted to wireless clients such as laptops (with wireless capability),
thereby providing network connectivity and Internet access for all wireless client devices and
extending network connectivity.
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Basic Access Point Setup
Expanding a Home Network
What is a network?
A network is a group of computers or devices that can communicate with each other. A
home network of more than one computer or device also typically includes Internet
access, which requires a router.
A typical home network may include multiple computers, a media player/server, a
printer, a modem, and a router. A large home network may also have a switch,
additional routers, access points, and many Internet-capable media devices such as TVs,
game consoles, and Internet cameras.
• Modem: Connects a computer or router to the Internet or ISP (Internet Service
Provider).
• Router: Connects multiple devices to the Internet.
• Switch: Connect several wired network devices to your home network. Your router
has a built-in network switch (the LAN port 1-4). If you have more wired network
devices than available Ethernet ports on your router, you will need an additional
switch to add more wired connections.
How to expand a home network
The access point provides multiple modes to extend your current network.
The access point offers the following modes:
• Access Point (Default)
• Wireless Bridge (also known as WDS mode)
• Wireless Range Extender (also known as repeater mode)
• Wireless Client Bridge (also known as wireless client adapter mode)
Where to find more help
In addition to this User’s Guide, you can find help below:
• http://www.trendnet.com/support (documents, downloads, and FAQs are
available from this Web page)
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Basic Installation
1. Connect the power adapter to the access point and then to a power outlet. Connect
your computer to one of the access point’s LAN port. Push the ON/OFF (EU version)
switch on the TEW-815DAP to power up the access point.
5. The Wizard will start. Click Next to begin.
2. Assign a static IP address to your computer’s network adapter in the subnet of
192.168.10.x (ex. 192.168.10.25) and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. (Please refer to
the
Appendix on page 49 on how to assign static IP address to your computer)
3. Open your web browser and enter
Note: You can also access the device using the default IP address (192.168.10.100)
http://tew-815DAP.
Note: The Wizard should automatically appear. If the wizard does not appear
automatically, then click Wizard.
6. Enter a new password, verify the new password and click Next.
4. Enter the User Name and Password. By default
User Name: admin
Password: admin
7. Select Access Point Mode and then click Next.
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7. For added security, we have pre-encrypted each TEW-815DAP with a unique Wi-Fi
Name (SSID) and Wi-Fi Key. You can find these pre-configured settings on the labels at
the side and bottom of the TEW-815DAP. You will use this information to connect
wirelessly to the access point. To change the Wi-Fi key, please refer to
Wireless Network on page 11. If the access point is reset, the Wi-Fi Key and Wi-Fi
Name will also reset to factory defaults click Next.
Secure your
8. Please wait while the settings are being applied. Setup is complete. Connect the
access point to your router and connect your network ready devices to the access
point’s LAN port.
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Access your access point management page
Note: Your access point management page URL/domain name http://tew-815DAP or
default IP address
web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer®, Firefox®, Chrome™, Safari®, Opera™) and will be
referenced frequently in this User’s Guide.
If you have changed the default IP address, you will need to ensure that your computer is
configured with IP address settings in the same subnet as the as the access point in order
to access the access point management page. (Ex. Access Point IP address changed to
192.168.0.100 / 255.255.255.0, example computer address 192.168.0.25 /
255.255.255.0).
1. Open your web browser and go to URL/domain name
address
password.
2. By default, the user name is admin and password is admin. You can also find the
Password on a sticker on the side of the access point and on the label on the bottom
of the access point. Enter your Username and Password, select your preferred
language, and then click Login.
Default User Name: admin
Default Password: admin
Note: User Name and Password are case sensitive.
http://192.168.10.100. Your access point will prompt you for a user name and
Note: If you have changed the password already such as in the Setup Wizard, you
will need to login using the new password.
http://192.168.10.100 is accessed through the use of your Internet
http://tew-815DAP or IP
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Set the device to access point mode
Main > Device Mode
Note: By default, the device is set to function in access point mode.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “
management
2. Click on Main, click on Device Mode.
3. Click the Device Operation Mode drop-down list and select Access Point.
4. To save changes, click Apply.
page” on page 7).
Choosing your device mode
Access Point (AP) Mode
By default, your access point functions in Access Point mode, creating a wireless
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network to allow wireless client devices to connect and access your network resources
and access the Internet.
The diagram below shows your access point connected to one of your router LAN ports
and functioning in Access Point mode allowing wireless clients (ex. laptops, game
consoles, DVRs, Smart TVs, and mobile devices, etc.) to wirelessly connect to your
access point to establish network and Internet connectivity.
Note: The TEW-815DAP has dual band wireless capability allowing the access point to
broadcast a wireless network name on two separate bands, 2.4GHz and 5GHz. Wireless
clients can connect to your access on either band depending on the wireless band
supported by your wireless client. The 2.4GHz band is more commonly used and
supported for general applications such as Internet access and web browsing. The 5GHz
band is less commonly used and supported which can be more useful for higher or stable
bandwidth application requirements such as media streaming as this band may be less
likely affected by neighboring wireless networks operating on the 5GHz band.
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Using access point mode
Wireless > Basic
This section outlines available management options under basic wireless sub tab for
both 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless sections.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “
management page” on page 7).
2. Click on Wireless, click on Basic scroll down to Wireless Network Settings (2.4GHz or
5GHz)
3. Review the settings, click Apply when finished.
Wireless Network
• Mode: Select the mode you would like to set the wireless band to operate.
o Access Point:
o WDS:
o WDS + AP:
• Multiple SSID: Select the SSID you would like to configure
• Radio On/Off: Select On to enable the wireless network/band or Off to disable.
• 802.11 n-mode: Select the 802.11 mode you would like to the wireless band to
operate on
o Auto:
o Off:
• Wireless Name: Enter the wireless name (SSID) for your wireless network. This
acronym stands for Service Set Identifier and is the name of your wireless network.
It differentiates your wireless network from others around you. By default, the
access point’s wireless name is unique to the device. If you choose to change the
SSID, change it to a name that you can easily remember.
• Broadcast Network Name (SSID)
• Frequency: Click the drop-down list and select the desired Channel for wireless
communication. The goal is to select the Channel that is least used by neighboring
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wireless networks. Select Auto to have the access point select the operating
channel.
HT Physical Mode
• Channel Bandwidth: elect the appropriate channel width for your wireless network.
This setting only applies to 802.11n. For greater 802.11n performance, select
20/40MHz (Auto) (Options: 20MHz or 20/40MHz (Auto)). It is recommended to use
the default channel bandwidth settings.
Note: Please note that this setting may provide more stability than the higher
channel bandwidth settings such as 20/40MHz (Auto) for connectivity in busy
wireless environments where there are several wireless networks in the area.
o 20 MHz: This mode operates using a single 20MHz channel for wireless devices
connecting at 802.11n on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz. This setting may provide more
stability than 20/40MHz (Auto) for connectivity in busy wireless environments
where there are several neighboring wireless networks in the area.
o 40MHz: When 40MHz is active, this mode is capable of providing higher
performance only if the wireless devices support the channel bandwidth settings.
Enabling 40MHz typically results in substantial performance increases when
connecting an 802.11n client.
• MCS: Select the speed you would like your wireless network to operate.
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Security Standard
WEP
WPA
WPA2
Highest
Setting
Up to 54Mbps
Up to 54Mbps
Up to 300Mbps
Strength
Low
Medium
High
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Wireless Networking and Security
How to choose the type of security for your wireless network
Setting up wireless security is very important. Leaving your wireless network open and
unsecure could expose your entire network and personal files to outsiders. TRENDnet
recommends reading through this entire section and setting up wireless security on your
new access point.
There are a few different wireless security types supported in wireless networking each
having its own characteristics which may be more suitable for your wireless network
taking into consideration compatibility, performance, as well as the security strength
along with using older wireless networking hardware (also called legacy hardware).
It is strongly recommended to enable wireless security to prevent unwanted users from
accessing your network and network resources (personal documents, media, etc.).
In general, it is recommended that you choose the security type with the highest
strength and performance supported by the wireless computers and devices in your
network. Please review the security types to determine which one you should use for
your network.
Wireless Encryption Types
• WEP: Legacy encryption method supported by older 802.11b/g hardware. This is
the oldest and least secure type of wireless encryption. It is generally not
recommended to use this encryption standard, however if you have old 802.11 b or
802.11g wireless adapters or computers with old embedded wireless cards(wireless
clients), you may have to set your access point to WEP to allow the old adapters to
connect to the access point.
Note: This encryption standard will limit connection speeds to 54Mbps.
• WPA: This encryption is significantly more robust than the WEP technology. Much
of the older 802.11g hardware was been upgraded (with firmware/driver upgrades)
to support this encryption standard. Total wireless speeds under this encryption
type however are limited to 54Mbps.
• WPA-Auto: This setting provides the access point with the ability to detect
wireless devices using either WPA or WPA2 encryption. Your wireless network will
automatically change the encryption setting based on the first wireless device
connected. For example, if the first wireless client that connects to your wireless
network uses WPA encryption your wireless network will use WPA encryption. Only
when all wireless clients disconnect to the network and a wireless client with WPA2
encryption connects your wireless network will then change to WPA2 encryption.
Note: WPA2 encryption supports 802.11n speeds and WPA encryption will limit
your connection speeds to 54Mbps
• WPA2: This is the most secure wireless encryption available today, similar to WPA
encryption but more robust. This encryption standard also supports the highest
connection speeds. TRENDnet recommends setting your access point to this
encryption standard. If you find that one of your wireless network devices does not
support WPA2 encryption, then set your access point to either WPA or WPA-Auto
encryption.
Note: Check the specifications of your wireless network adapters and wireless
appliances to verify the highest level of encryption supported.Below is brief
comparison chart of the wireless security types and the recommended
configuration depending on which type you choose for your wireless network.
IEEE 802.11a/b/g
IEEE 802.11a/b/g
(802.11n devices
Compatible
Wireless
Standards
Performance
Under This
Encryption
Additional
Options
Recommended
Configuration
*Dependent on the maximum 802.11n data rate supported by the device (150Mbps,
300Mbps)
will operate at
802.11g to connect
using this standard)
Open System or
Shared Key,
HEX or ASCII,
Different key sizes
Open System ASCII
13 characters
(802.11n devices
will operate at
802.11g to connect
using this
standard) IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
TKIP or AES,
Preshared Key or
RADIUS
TKIP
Preshared Key
8-63 characters
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TKIP or AES,
Preshared Key or
RADIUS
AES
Preshared Key
8-63 characters
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Secure your wireless network
Wireless > Basic
After you have determined which security type to use for your wireless network (see
“
How to choose the security type for your wireless network” on page 10), you can set up
wireless security.
Note: By default, your access point is configured with a predefined wireless network
name (SSID) and security key using WPA2-Personal. The predefined wireless network
name and security can be found on the sticker on the side of the access point or on the
device label at the bottom of the access point.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “
management page” on page 7).
2. Click on Wireless, and click on Security.
3. Under Wireless Security Mode (2.4GHz or 5GHz), click on the Security Mode dropdown list to select your wireless security type.
Selecting WEP:
If selecting WEP-OPEN or WEP-SHARED (Wired Equivalent Privacy), please review the
WEP settings to configure and click Save Settings to save the changes.
Note: WEP encryption is available when 802.11 n-mode is set to Off, 802.11n does
not support WEP encryption. In addition, when WEP encryption is selected WPS
feature will be disabled.
• Network Key: Select the Key number you would like to use and enter the WEP
key. This is the password or key that is used to connect your computer to this
access point wirelessly.
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WEP Key Format HEX ASCII
Character set 0-9 & A-F, a-f only Alphanumeric (a,b,C,?,*, /,1,2, etc.)
64-bit key length 10 characters 5 characters
128-bit key length 26 characters 13 characters
Selecting WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK/WPA2-PSK Mixed
(WPA2-PSK recommended):
In the Security Mode drop-down list, select WPA-PSK. Please review the WPA-Personal
settings to configure and click Apply to save the changes.
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• WPA Encryption: Select WPA AES or TKIP encryption you would like to use.
• WPA passphrase: Enter the security password. This is the password or key that is
used to connect your computer to this access point wirelessly.
• Network Key Rotation: Enter the key rotation interval to use for WPA encryption.
Selecting WPA/ WPA2/WPA2 Mixed (WPA2 recommended):
The following section outlines options when selecting WPA (EAP or RADIUS). This
security type is also known as EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) or Remote
Authentication Dial-In User Service or RADIUS.
Note: This security type requires an external RADIUS server, Pre-Shared Key only requires
you to create a passphrase.
• WPA Encryption: Select WPA AES or TKIP encryption you would like to use.
• Network Key Rotation: Enter the key rotation interval to use for WPA encryption.
• RADIUS Server Address: Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. (e.g.
192.168.10.250)
• RADIUS Port: Enter the port your RADIUS server is configured to use for RADIUS
authentication.
Note: It is recommended to use port 1812 which is typical default RADIUS port.
• RADIUS Key: Enter the shared secret used to authorize your access point with your
RADIUS server.
Connect wireless devices to your access point
A variety of wireless network devices can connect to your wireless network such as:
Gaming Consoles
• Internet enabled TVs
• Network media players
• Smart Phones
• Wireless Laptop computers
• Wireless IP cameras
Each device may have its own software utility for searching and connecting to available
wireless networks, therefore, you must refer to the User’s Manual/Guide of your
wireless client device to determine how to search and connect to this access point’s
wireless network.
See the “
network.
Appendix” on page 49 for general information on connecting to a wireless
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Connect wireless devices using WPS
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a feature that makes it easy to connect devices to your
wireless network. If your wireless devices support WPS, you can use this feature to
easily add wireless devices to your network.
Note: You will not be able to use WPS if you set the SSID Broadcast setting to Disabled or
if you are using WEP security. Please note that WPS functionality will only be available
when the Device Mode is set to Access Point mode under Main > Device Mode.
There are two methods the WPS feature can easily connect your wireless devices to
your network.
• Push Button Configuration (PBC) method
o (RECOMMENDED) Hardware Push Button method–with an external button
located physically on your access point and on your client device
o WPS Software/Virtual Push Button - located in access point management page
• PIN (Personal Identification Number) Method - located in access point management
page
Note: Refer to your wireless device documentation for details on the operation of
WPS.
Recommended Hardware Push Button (PBC) Method
Note: It is recommended that a wireless key (passphrase or password) is created
before connecting clients using the PBC method. By default your access point is
preconfigured with a wireless encryption key. If no wireless key is defined when
connecting via PBC, the access point will automatically create an encryption key
that is 64 characters long. This 64 character key will then have to be used if one has
to connect computers to the access point using the traditional connection method.
To add a wireless device to your network, simply push the WPS button on the wireless
device you are connecting (consult client device User’s Guide for length of time), then
push and hold the WPS button located on your access point for 3 seconds and release it.
The WPS LED will blink to indicate WPS has been activated on your access point. (See
Product Hardware Features” on page 2)
“
For connecting additional WPS supported devices, repeat this process for each
additional device.
PBC (Software/Virtual Push Button)
Wireless > Wi-Fi Protected Setup
In addition to the hardware push button located physically on your access point, the
access point management page also has push button which is a software or virtual push
button you can click to activate WPS on your access point.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “
management page” on page 7).
2. Click on Wireless, and click on WPS.
3. To add a wireless device to your network, click the Add Enrollee button in the WPS
Action section.
Note: Leave Station PIN field empty to use PBC method.
4. Then push the WPS button on the wireless device (consult wireless device’s User’s
Guide for length of time) you are connecting.
5. Wait for your access point to finsh the WPS process.
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PIN (Personal Identification Number)
Wireless > Wi-Fi Protected Setup
If your wireless device has WPS PIN (typically an 8-digit code printed on the wireless
device product label or located in the wireless device wireless software utility), you can
use this method.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “
management page” on page 7).
2. Click on Wireless, and click on Wi-Fi Protected Setup.
3. To add a wireless device to your network, enter the 8-digit numeric PIN number of
the wireless client device and click Add Enrollee.
4. Wait for your access point to finsh the WPS process.
5. If successful, you will receive the message below. Click on Wireless Status to view the
information about the current wireless client devices connected to your access point.
Steps to improve wireless connectivity
There are a number of factors that can impact the range of wireless devices. Follow
these tips to help improve your wireless connectivity:
1. Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce the
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range of a wireless device. Position the wireless devices in a manner that will
minimize the amount of obstructions between them.
a. For the widest coverage area, install your access point near the center of your
home, and near the ceiling, if possible.
b. Avoid placing the access point on or near metal objects (such as file cabinets and
metal furniture), reflective surfaces (such as glass or mirrors), and masonry walls.
c. Any obstruction can weaken the wireless signal (even non-metallic objects), so
the fewer obstructions between the access point and the wireless device, the
better.
d. Place the access point in a location away from other electronics, motors, and
fluorescent lighting.
e. Many environmental variables can affect the access point’s performance, so if
your wireless signal is weak, place the access point in several locations and test
the signal strength to determine the ideal position.
2. Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor
environment, try to position the wireless devices so that the signal passes through
less dense material such as dry wall. Dense materials like metal, solid wood, glass
or even furniture may block or degrade the signal.
3. Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use the
wireless adapter’s site survey tool to determine the best antenna orientation for
your wireless devices.
4. Interference from devices that produce RF (radio frequency) noise can also impact
your signal. Position your wireless devices away from anything that generates RF
noise, such as microwaves, radios and baby monitors.
If possible, upgrade wireless network interfaces (such as wireless cards in computers)
from older wireless standards to 802.11n or 802.11ac. If a wirelessly networked device
uses an older standard, the performance of the entire wireless network may be slower.
If you are still experiencing low or no signal consider repositioning the wireless devices,
installing additional access points or wireless extenders.
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Multiple SSID
Wireless > Basic
The multiple SSID feature allows you to broadcast up to 3 additional SSIDs (or wireless
network names) per band (2.4GHz and 5GHz). When wireless devices are searching for
available wireless networks to connect to, the SSIDs (or wireless network names) will
appear as separate and different wireless networks. Each SSID can be configured each
with a different SSID (or wireless network name), security type and additional settings
for wireless devices to connect. You can use the multiple SSID feature to setup guest
wireless accounts with a different security type to keep your primary wireless network
security information private.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “
management page” on page 7).
2. Click on Wireless, and click on Basic.
3. Click the Multi-SSID Index drop-down list and select the SSID to configure (SSID 1 is
the primary SSID).
• Radio On/Off: Select On to enable the wireless network/band or Off to disable.
• 802.11 n-mode: Select the 802.11 mode you would like to the wireless band to
operate on
o Auto:
o Off:
• Wireless Name: Enter the wireless name (SSID) for your wireless network. This
acronym stands for Service Set Identifier and is the name of your wireless network.
It differentiates your wireless network from others around you. By default, the
access point’s wireless name is unique to the device. If you choose to change the
Access your access point
SSID, change it to a name that you can easily remember.
• Broadcast Network Name (SSID)
• Frequency: Click the drop-down list and select the desired Channel for wireless
communication. The goal is to select the Channel that is least used by neighboring
wireless networks. Select Auto to have the access point select the operating
channel.
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4. Review the settings, click Apply when finished.
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• Channel Bandwidth: elect the appropriate channel width for your wireless network.
This setting only applies to 802.11n. For greater 802.11n performance, select
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