Amped Wireless AP300 User manual

AP300
High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access Point
User’s Guide

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .................................................. 2
GETTING STARTED .............................................. 3
Package Contents ...........................................................3
LED Indicators .................................................................4
Back Panel Description ................................................... 5
PLUG AND PLAY SETUP GUIDE ............................ 7
ADDITIONAL SETTINGS ....................................... 9
Accessing the Settings Menu ..........................................9
Open your Web Browser .............................................. 10
Welcome to the Smart Setup Wizard ........................... 11
Set the System Clock..................................................... 12
Wireless Network ID .....................................................13
Wireless Network Security............................................14
Setup Summary............................................................. 15
WIRELESS SETTINGS .......................................... 16
Basic Settings ................................................................16
Security Settings ........................................................... 16
Wireless Settings: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ...........19
Wireless Settings: Advanced Settings ...........................20
SMART FEATURES..............................................21
Wireless Settings: Access Schedule...............................22
User Access Control ......................................................23
Wireless Coverage Controls ..........................................24
IP SETTINGS .......................................................25
MANAGEMENT FEATURES .................................27
System Clock .................................................................28
Upgrade Firmware ........................................................29
Save and Reload Settings ..............................................30
Password Settings .........................................................31
USING POWER OVER ETHERNET (PoE) ...............32
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..............................34
DEFAULT SETTINGS ............................................35
TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORT
INFORMATION...................................................36
WARRANTY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION ........42

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Amped Wireless product. At Amped Wireless we strive to provide you with the
highest quality products through innovation and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on delivering
products that outperform the competition and go beyond your expectations. If you have any questions please
feel free to contact us. We’d love to hear from you and thank you for your support!
Email: [e-mail]
Call: 888-573-8830
Web: www.ampedwireless.com

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GETTING STARTED
Package Contents
Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package:
High Power Wireless-300N Smart Access Point
Ethernet Cable
Power Supply
Access Point Stand
CD with Users Guide
Two High Gain 3dBi Antennas
Setup Guide

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LED Indicators
Power: When lit, the power is on.
Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when
wireless data traffic is passing through the
Access Point.
Wired Connections: Shows the connection
status and data activity of each wired LAN
port.
Network Connection: Shows the connection
status between the Access Point and your
router/network.
WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup activity. When
the WPS mode is activated the WPS LED
blinks as it awaits a connection.

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Back Panel Description
Antenna Connectors: RJ-SMA antenna connectors. Compatible with all antennas with RP-SMA connectors.
Upgradable to high gain antennas for more range.
Reset: Push down once to reboot the Smart Access Point. Hold down for 5-10 seconds to reset the device
back to factory settings.
WPS: Hold down for 3 seconds to
enable WPS push button
configuration.
Network Port (5): RJ-45 port used to
connect the Access Point to your
router’s LAN port or any available
network port.

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Wired Devices Ports (1-4): RJ-45 ports for connecting to wired computers or network devices. Supports up to
4 wired connections. Additional switches may be attached to these ports for additional LAN ports if needed.
Power: Power adapter port. DC 12V 1A.

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PLUG AND PLAY SETUP GUIDE
Connect the Smart Access Point to your Router
a) Attach the Antennas
b) Plug in the Power Adapter
c) Connect the Smart Access Point to your Router’s network port (or any available port on a network switch)

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Connect your PC to the Smart Access Point
Connecting Wirelessly:
With your PC or Mac, scan for available wireless networks and locate the wireless network for the Smart
Access Point:
By default the Smart Access Point will have a SSID with the name:
“Amped_AP” The default WPA security key is: “wireless”
Wired Connections:
Attach any wired devices to the Smart Access Point using Ethernet cables.
Your Plug and Play setup is now complete. You may now use the Smart
Access Point to access your network.

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ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
Accessing the Settings Menu
To access the settings menu for additional changes to the configuration of your Smart Access Point, you will
need to access the settings menu. The settings menu will allow you to change all features and settings for the
Smart Access Point. To access the settings menu follow the instructions below:
a) Scan for available wireless networks on your PC and
connect to the following network:

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Open your Web Browser
a. Open your web browser
b. Type in: http://setup.ampedwireless.com into the web address bar
c. If the web menu fails to open type in the following IP address into your web address bar:
http://192.168.1.240

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Welcome to the Smart Setup Wizard
When the web menu appears, click Next to
continue to the next page.
The wizard will guide you through the setup of
your:
1) System Clock
2) Wireless Network SSID
3) Wireless Network Security Key
Click Start to begin

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Set the System Clock
The System Clock is used for system logs
and setting schedules for Internet access.
Click Sync to synchronize the System
Clock with the time on your computer.
Click Next to Continue

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Wireless Network ID
The ID of your Wireless Network is: Amped_AP
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID field.
Users connecting wirelessly to the Smart Access
Point will use this ID to identify your wireless
network.
Click Next to continue.

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Wireless Network Security
The default Security Key (WPA) of your wireless
network is: wireless
To change it, enter a new key in the Security Key
field. The key must be at least 8 characters long.
Click Next to apply your settings.
The Smart Access Point will reboot. This process
may take up to 2 minutes. Do not refresh the web
page. The page will automatically reload with the
connection status.

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Setup Summary
The Setup Summary provides you with information
regarding your current settings.
If you have wired network devices, you may attach them
to the wired ports on the back of the Smart Access Point
for additional wired connectivity.
For information on additional settings and configurations
for your Smart Access Point, continue to the next
section.

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WIRELESS SETTINGS
Wireless Settings: Basic Settings
The Wireless Basic Settings page allows you to adjust
settings for your wireless network. These settings are
for adjusting the Smart Access Point after you have
already gone through the Smart Setup Wizard and wish
to adjust your current configurations.
Disable Wireless LAN Interface: Turns off all wireless
access.
Band: Allows you to setup access under a specific
combination of Wi-Fi speed standards.
Broadcast SSID: Disabling the broadcasting of your SSID will make it so outside users cannot see your network
when they scan for wireless networks. Users must manually enter the SSID to connect.

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Data Rate: Adjust the speed of your wireless network. It is recommended that you use Auto for this selection.
SSID of Wireless network: This is the name of your Wireless network and the name that users will scan for to
connect wirelessly.
Multiple SSID: You may add one additional (SSID) to you Wireless network. The additional SSID can have its
own security, band and data rate settings. You may restrict users for specific SSIDs or provide access only to
some users with lower bandwidth by changing the band. (i.e. only allow 802.11b access to specific users)
Channel Width: Wi-Fi operates in two separate channel widths, 20Hz and 40Hz. 20Hz allows operation on
channels 1-11, while 40Hz is 5-11. 40Hz allows for faster speeds. Select the channel width you wish to use for
your network.
Control Sideband: This relates to the channel number used for your wireless network. An upper band
represents higher channels and vice versa.
WMM: Prioritizes audio and video content going over your wireless network.
Channel Number: The channel number used for your wireless network. If there are other wireless networks
using the same channel, this may cause slower performance. You may adjust the channel here to attempt to
improve performance through less interference.

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Wireless Settings: Security
Wireless security allows you to change the security
type, password/key and format of your wireless
network security settings.
Note: The security key you select must be used by
all computers and devices connecting to the Smart
Access Point wirelessly.
Using the drop down menu, you can select which
network you wish to configure and adjust the
security settings for (standard wireless network or the multiple SSID network).
For more information on the differences between the types of Wi-Fi security available, please check the
Learning Center of the Amped Wireless website. www.ampedwireless.com
Note: WEP 64bit and 128bit security is a more primitive WiFi security encryption type and limits wireless
performance and speed from the Smart Access Point. It is recommended to use WPA or WPA2 as your
encryption type. Some older Windows XP computers may not support WPA2.

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Wireless Settings: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
WPS is a Wi-Fi feature created to
make Wi-Fi setup simpler and easier.
Some wireless devices and adapters
support this feature with varying
names (i.e. one touch setup or WPS).
You may enable WPS setup here by
selecting the type of WPS setup you
wish to use. The Smart Access Point
supports all types of WPS setup:
Push button: You may push the WPS
button on the web menu or use the
physical button on the back of the
Smart Access Point.