DZS MR-2100AC-XX Original operating instructions

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MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX
Quick Installation Instructions
Document Number: 830-04406-01
February 2021
Package Contents:
•1 x MR-2100AC-XX or W1615MR-XX
•1 x Quick Install Guide
•1 x Power supply
Installation
For installations with more than one
MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX, select one unit to be used as
the main MESH controller and follow the instructions presented
on the current document.
1. Mounting
The MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX may be mounted on
flat surfaces such as a desktop. The
MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX is equipped with an
extendable base to enhance stability.
2. Connect Power
a. Plug the round two pin 12V DC power connector of
power converter into the
MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX power port
b. Plug the input of power converter into a live AC outlet
c. Verify that the POWER LED on the
MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX is solid white
indicating local power is on and voltage is good
See MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX LED Behavior
for a complete description of the LEDs.
3. Configuring SSID and Wi-Fi Key (Optional)
This step is optional. Each MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX
comes with a set of default Wi-Fi SSID and passphrase
located on the bottom information label. If using the
defaults, step 3 (this step) may be skipped.
a. Power up the MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX as
described in the previous step, Connect Power. This
is the main MESH controller
b. Use a UTP cable between
MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX Ethernet ports and a
PC Ethernet port
c. Configure a fixed IP address on your PC, for example
192.168.1.101 (for detailed instructions refer to your
operating system documentation; for Windows OS
follow these instructions https://support.microsoft.com/
en-us/help/15089/windows-change-tcp-ip-settings)
d. Open a web browser and input http://192.168.1.100
e. When prompted for credentials enter "admin" as user
and for password "DZSXXXXXXXXX" where
"XXXXXXXXX" is the 9-digit serial number found on
the unit label
f. Navigate to WiFi > EasyMesh > Advanced
g. Click Configure BSS
h. Click Edit BSS
i. Change SSID
j. Change Password
k. Click Save and Apply
l. If needed repeat for 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi
NOTE: by default, when changing the configuration of
the 5GHz radio, the configuration of the SSID and
passphrase will be replicated on all radios and all
access points forming part of the MESH ecosystem.

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4. Setting Up Your MESH Network
The first MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX is the MESH
controller. This procedure assumes that the SSID and the
Wi-Fi Key have been configured to match on all
MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX devices. If the SSID and
Wi-Fi keys for all the MESH devices do not match, follow
the instructions in Configuring SSID and Wi-Fi Key.
a. Connect the MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX acting as
controller to any unused Ethernet port on your home
gateway using CAT5E or CAT6 UTP cable; this will
become the MESH controller automatically.
b. Power on the rest of the available
MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX devices.
c. Place each MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX in a
strategic location where the signal from the main
gateway is still strong enough – For maximum
performance the MESH LED should remain SOLID
GREEN. If the LED remains AMBER this is an
indication that MESH link is still ACCEPTABLE, but
signal level is either stronger than it needs to be or not
strong enough to reach maximum performance. An
ACCEPTABLE MESH link is still capable of delivering
user bandwidth in the order of 200Mbps.
d. As a rule of thumb, start by placing the
MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX halfway between the
main home gateway and the location that needs better
Wi-Fi coverage. While doing so, make sure that the
MESH LED remains solid as this is an indication that
the MESH connection with the Master has been
established.
When the full MESH network is operating properly, All
MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX devices will have its
MESH LED solid GREEN or solid AMBER. A solid
RED MESH LED indicates that the MESH link quality
is too low. While the LED is solid, even if its RED, the
MESH link is active. A solid RED MESH LED is still
good for internet browsing, email, etc. but Realtime
applications like voice and video might suffer from low
performance.
For a single MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX (when no
remote agents are used) one device solution the
indication of proper operation will have the power LED
solid white and the MESH LED blinking.
e. To connect to the Wi-Fi MESH network, use the Wi-Fi
SSID and Password information located in the bottom
label on your MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX device
acting as controller.
If you want to change the SSID for the MESH Network log into
the controller unit and change the 5GHz Wi-Fi SSID and
Password, this configuration will be propagated automatically to
2.4GHz and all remote MESH devices.
For instructions on how to change the SSID and Password refer
to Configuring SSID and Wi-Fi Key.
NOTE: When building your MESH network consider that the
MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX acting as remote agent(s) can
also utilize a wired or a wireless backhaul connection. Wired
connectivity, if available, should always be the preferred
method since it maximizes the performance of the Network as a
whole.

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LED Status Description
Power
Off No Power
Solid Green Device is connected to power supply
Mesh
Off
MESH Disabled(un-MESHed)
MESH Role Controller or MESH Role Remote Agent with wired connection
Solid Green
MESH connected
MESH Role Remote Agent with wired connection
Solid Green
MESH Link Quality Excellent
Solid Amber
MESH Link Quality Acceptable
Solid Red
MESH Link Quality Low
GE 1-2
Off
Gigabit Ethernet Port disconnected
Blinking Green Gigabit Ethernet Port connected
WiFi
Solid Green 2.4G or 5G enabled
CE Marking:
When the product is marked with the CE mark on the equipment label, a supporting Declaration of Conformity may be downloaded from
the DZS, Inc. World Wide Web site at www.dzsi.com.
To be protected against all verified adverse effects, the separation distance of at least 0.2m must be maintained between the
antenna of the radio having max. 3.85dBi antenna and all persons.
The band 5150-5250 MHz for this device are restricted to indoor use only within all European Union countries.
Hereby, [DZS, Inc] declares that the radio equipment type [MR-2100AC-XX, W1615MR-XX] is in compliance with Directive
2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.dzsi.com.
FCC Statement:
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 off
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 different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Note:changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be
installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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.

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Unique Identifier
Trade Name: DZS
Model No.: MR-2100AC-XX/W1615MR-XX
Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information
DZS, Inc
5700 Tennyson Parkway, Plano, Texas, TX 75024, USA
Phone [phone]
NOTE: Slots and openings in the housing are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must not be blocked or covered.
This unit is also certified to operate effectively under the following conditions: Operating Temperature: 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 40° C).
This product may contain copyrighted software that is licensed under the GNU General Public License (“GPL”), a copy of which is avail-
able at www.gnu.org/licenses. You may obtain a copy of such software, in source code form, from DZS for a period of three years after
our last shipment of the product by following the instructions at www.dasanzhone.com/gplinfo.