Comtrend Corporation WAP-EN1750W User manual

WAP-EN1750W
NMS User Manual
Version 1.0, November 2015

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I. Product Information
The Network Management Suite (NMS) supports the central management of a
group of access points, otherwise known as an AP Array. NMS can be
installed on one access point and support up to 5 access points with no
additional wireless controller required, reducing costs and facilitating efficient
remote access point management.
Access points can be deployed and configured according to requirements,
creating a powerful network architecture which can be easily managed and
expanded in the future, with an easy to use interface and a full range of
functionality –ideal for small and mid-sized office environments. A secure
WLAN can be deployed and administered from a single point, minimizing cost
and complexity.

II. Quick Setup
One AP (access point) is designated as the AP Controller (master) and other
connected APs are designated as Managed APs (slaves). Using the NMS you
can monitor, configure and manage all Managed APs (up to 5) from the single
AP Controller.
Follow the steps below:
1. Connect all APs to an Ethernet or PoE switch which is connected to a
gateway/router.
You can use your router as a DHCP server or you can later
configure your AP Controller as a DHCP server.
2. Ensure all APs are powered on and check the LED status.

3. Designate one AP as the AP Controller which will manage all other
connected APs (up to 5).
4. Connect a computer to the AP Controller using an Ethernet cable.
Connect the AP Controller to power and power on the unit.
5. Open a web browser and enter the AP Controller’s IP address in the
address field. The default IP address is 192.168.2.2.
DHCP is enabled on the access point by default. If no DHCP
Service is found, the access point will default to IP address
192.168.2.2.
Your computer’s IP address must be in the same subnet as the AP
Controller. 192.168.2.10 is being used in this example.
6. Enter the username & password to login. The default username &
password are admin & 1234 respectively.
7. You will arrive at the Access Point Information screen. Go to “Operation
Mode” and select “AP Controller Mode” from the drop down menu.

8. Click “Apply” to save the settings.
9. Your Controller AP & Managed APs should be fully functional. Use the top
menu to navigate around the NMS.
Use Local Network & Local Settings to configure your Controller AP.
Use Dashboard, Zone Plan, NMS Monitor & NMS Settings to configure
Managed APs.
Use Toolbox to diagnose connection issues.

III. Software Layout
The top menu features 7 panels: Dashboard, Zone Plan, NMS Monitor, NMS
Settings, Local Network, Local Settings & Toolbox.
Dashboard
The Dashboard panel displays an overview of your network and key system
information, with quick links to access configuration options for Managed APs
and Managed AP groups. Each panel can be refreshed, collapsed or moved
according to your preference.

Zone Plan
Zone Plan displays a customizable live map of Managed APs for a visual
representation of your network coverage. Each AP icon can be moved around
the map, and a background image can be uploaded for user-defined location
profiles using NMS Settings Zone Edit. Options can be configured using the
menu on the right side and signal strength is displayed for each AP.
NMS Monitor
The NMS Monitor panel provides more detailed monitoring information
about the AP Array than found on the Dashboard, grouped according to
categories in the menu down the left side.

NMS Settings
NMS Settings provides extensive configuration options for the AP Array. You
can manage each access point, assign access points into groups, manage
WLAN, RADIUS as well as upgrade firmware across multiple access points. The
Zone Plan can also be configured using “Zone Edit”.
Local Network
Local Network settings are for your AP Controller. You can configure the IP
address and DHCP server of the AP Controller in addition to 2.4GHz & 5Ghz
Wi-Fi and security, with WPS, RADIUS server, MAC filtering and WMM settings
also available.

Local Settings
Local Settings are for your AP Controller. You can set the operation mode and
view network settings (clients and logs) specifically for the AP Controller, as
well as other management settings such as date/time, admin accounts,
firmware and reset.

Toolbox
The Toolbox panel provides a network diagnostic tools: ping and trace route.

IV. Features
Descriptions of the functions of each main panel Dashboard, Zone Plan, NMS
Monitor, NMS Settings, Local Network, Local Settings & Toolbox can be found
below. When using the NMS, click “Apply” to save changes:
Screenshots displayed are examples. The information shown on
your screen will vary depending on your configuration.
IV-1. LOGIN, LOGOUT & RESTART
It is recommended that you login to the AP Controller to make
configurations to Managed APs.
LOGIN
1. Connect a computer to the designated AP Controller using an Ethernet
cable:
2. Open a web browser and enter the AP Controller’s IP address in the
address field. The default IP address is 192.168.2.2
Your computer’s IP address must be in the same subnet as the AP
Controller. Refer to V-1. Configuring your IP Address for more help.
DHCP is enabled on the access point by default. If no DHCP
Service is found, the access point will default to IP address
192.168.2.2.
If using a DHCP server on the network, it is advised to use your
DHCP server’s settings to assign the AP Controller a static IP
address.

3. Enter the username & password to login. The default username &
password are admin & 1234.
RESTART
You can restart your AP Controller or any Managed AP using the NMS. To
restart your AP Controller go to Local Settings Advanced Reboot and
click “Reboot”.
To restart Managed APs click the Restart icon for the specified AP on the
Dashboard:

IV-2. DASHBOARD
The dashboard displays an overview of your AP array:
Use the blue icons above to refresh or collapse each panel in the dashboard.
Click and drag to move a panel to suit your preference. You can set the
dashboard to auto-refresh every 1 minute, 30 seconds or disable auto-refresh:

IV-2-1. System Information
System Information displays information about the AP Controller: Product
Name (model), Host Name, MAC Address, IP Address, Firmware Version,
System Time and Uptime (time the access point has been on).
IV-2-2. Devices Information
Devices Information is a summary of the number of all devices in the local
network: Access Points, Clients Connected, and Rogue (unidentified) Devices.

IV-2-3. Managed AP
Managed AP displays information about each Managed AP in the local
network: Index (reference number), MAC Address, Device Name, Model, IP
Address, 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wireless Channel Number, No. of Clients connected
to each access point, and Status (connected, connecting or disconnected).
The search function can be used to locate a specific Managed AP. Type in the
search box and the list will update:
The Status icon displays grey (disconnected), yellow (connecting) or green
(connected) for each Managed AP.
Each Managed AP has “Action” icons with the following functions:
1. Disallow
Remove the Managed AP from the AP array and disable connectivity.
2. Edit
Edit various settings for the Managed AP (refer to IV-5-1. Access Point).
3. Blink LED

The Managed AP’s LED will flash temporarily to help identify & locate
access points.
4. Buzzer
The Managed AP’s buzzer will sound temporarily to help identify & locate
access points.
5. Network Connectivity
Go to the “Network Connectivity” panel to perform a ping or traceroute.
6. Restart
Restarts the Managed AP.
IV-2-4. Managed AP Group
Managed APs can be grouped according to your requirements. Managed AP
Group displays information about each Managed AP group in the local
network: Group Name, MAC Address, Device Name, Model, IP Address, 2.4GHz
& 5GHz Wireless Channel Number, No. of Clients connected to each access
point, and Status (connected or disconnected).
To edit Managed AP Groups go to NMS Settings Access Point (refer to
IV-5-1. Access Point).
The search function can be used to locate a specific Managed AP Group. Type
in the search box and the list will update:

The Status icon displays grey (disconnected), yellow (connecting) or green
(connected) for each individual Managed AP.
Each Managed AP has “Action” icons with the following functions:
1. Disallow
Remove the Managed AP from the AP array and disable connectivity.
2. Edit
Edit various settings for the Managed AP (refer to IV-5-1. Access Point)
3. Blink LED
The Managed AP’s LED will flash temporarily to help identify & locate
access points.
4. Buzzer
The Managed AP’s buzzer will sound temporarily to help identify & locate
access points.
5. Network Connectivity
Go to the “Network Connectivity” panel to perform a ping or traceroute.
6. Restart
Restarts the Managed AP.

IV-2-5. Active Clients
Active Clients displays information about each client in the local network:
Index (reference number), Client MAC Address, Device Name, Model, IP
Address, 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wireless Channel Number, No. of Clients connected
to each access point, and Status (on or off).
The search function can be used to locate a specific client. Type in the search
box and the list will update: