Edimax EW-7416APn v2 User manual

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Federal Communication Commission
Interference Statement
FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 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:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided
instructions and a minimum 20 cm spacing must be provided between computer
mounted antenna and person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet)
during wireless modes of operation.
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.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the authority to operate equipment.
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure
Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency
exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20cm (8 inches)
during normal operation.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

R&TTE Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC OF
THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENTAND THE COUNCIL of March 9, 1999 on radio
equipment and telecommunication terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of
their conformity (R&TTE).
The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC
(Telecommunications Terminal Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) As
of April 8, 2000.
Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install
and use it. However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock
and static electricity when working with electrical equipment. All guidelines of this
and of the computer manufacture must therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the
safe use of the equipment.
EU Countries Intended for Use
The ETSI version of this device is intended for home and office use in Austria,
Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg,
the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.
The ETSI version of this device is also authorized for use in EFTA member states:
Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.
EU Countries Not intended for use
None.

C A T A L O G
Chapter I: Product Information................................................................1
1-1 Product Introduction........................................................................................1
1-2 Safety Information...........................................................................................2
1-3 System Requirements......................................................................................4
1-4 Package Contents.............................................................................................5
1-5 Familiar with your new wireless range extender/access point........................6
Chapter II: System and Network Setup ....................................................8
2-1 Installing the range extender/access point to your Network............................8
2-2 Connecting to wireless range extender/access point by web browser.............9
2-2-1 Windows 95/98/Me IP address setup ............................................................... 9
2-2-2 Windows 2000 IP address setup......................................................................11
2-2-3 Windows XP IP address setup........................................................................ 13
2-2-4 Windows Vista IP address setup..................................................................... 15
2-2-5 Connecting to Web Management Interface.................................................... 18
2-3 View System Status and Information ............................................................20
2-4 Select an Operating Mode for Wireless Range extender/access point ..........22
2-4-1 AP Mode......................................................................................................... 24
2-4-1-1 Multiple ESSID .......................................................................................... 26
2-4-2 Station-Infrastructure ..................................................................................... 27
2-4-2-1 Wireless Site Survey................................................................................... 30
2-4-3 AP Bridge-Point to Point Mode ..................................................................... 31
2-4-4 AP Bridge-Point to Multi-Point Mode ........................................................... 34
2-4-5 AP Bridge-WDS Mode .................................................................................. 36
2-4-6 Universal Repeater......................................................................................... 38
2-5 WPS Setting...................................................................................................41
2-6 Advanced Wireless Settings...........................................................................45
2-7 Wireless Security...........................................................................................48
2-7-1 Disable Security............................................................................................. 50
2-7-2 WEP............................................................................................................... 51
2-7-3 WPA Pre-shared Key...................................................................................... 53
2-7-4 WPA RADIUS................................................................................................ 55
2-8 Radius Server .................................................................................................... 57
2-9 MAC Filtering ...............................................................................................60
2-10 System Utilities............................................................................................62
2-10-1 Change Password......................................................................................... 62

2-10-2 IPAddress of the Wireless Range extender/access point............................. 63
2-10-3 DHCP Server................................................................................................ 65
Chapter III: Advanced Configuration ....................................................67
3-1 Configuration Backup and Restore................................................................67
3-2 Firmware Upgrade.........................................................................................69
3-3 System Reset..................................................................................................70
Chapter IV: Appendix ..............................................................................72
4-1 Hardware Specification .................................................................................72
4-2 Troubleshooting.............................................................................................73
4-3 Glossary.........................................................................................................76

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Chapter I: Product Information
1-1 Product Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this wireless range extender/range
extender/access point! With this high cost-efficiency wireless range
extender/access point, computers and wireless devices which are
compatible with 802.11 Draft-N can connect to existing wired Ethernet
network via this wireless range extender/access point, at the speed of
300Mbps.
Easy install procedures allows any computer users to setup a network
environment in very short time - within minutes, even inexperienced
users. Just follow the instructions given in this user manual, you can
complete the setup procedure and release the power of this range
extender/access point all by yourself!
Other features of this range extender/access point including:
•Compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g/Draft-N wireless network standard -
works with other 802.11b/g/Draft-N wireless devices.
•High speed wireless network, six times faster than conventional
802.11g wireless network (up to 300Mbps).
•Allow wireless devices to connect to existing wired network and share
network resources.
•Supports DHCP server function.
•Supports 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, and WPA2 wireless data encryption.
•Supports MAC address filtering (Only allow specific wireless device of
your choice to connect to this range extender/access point).
•Supports RADIUS server, only allow users listed in your authorization
server to use wireless network.
•Supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), simplifies wireless client setup
procedures. Even inexperienced user can setup wireless network
without network technician’s help!
•Easy to use web-based GUI (Graphical User Interface) for network
configuration and management purposes.

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1-2 Safety Information
In order to keep the safety of users and your properties, please follow the
following safety instructions:
1. This range extender/access point is designed for indoor use only; DO
NOT place this range extender/access point outdoor.
2. DO NOT put this range extender/access point at or near hot or humid
places, like kitchen or bathroom. Also, do not left this range
extender/access point in the car in summer.
3. DO NOT pull any connected cable with force; disconnect it from the
range extender/access point first.
4. If you want to place this range extender/access point at high places or
hang on the wall, please make sure the range extender/access point is
firmly secured. Falling from high places would damage the range
extender/access point and its accessories, and warranty will be void.
5. Accessories of this range extender/access point, like antenna and power
supply, are danger to small children under 3 years old. They may put the
small parts in their nose or month and it could cause serious damage to
them. KEEP THIS RANGE EXTENDER/ACCESS POINT OUT THE
REACH OF CHILDREN!
6. The range extender/access point will become hot when being used for
long time (This is normal and is not a malfunction). DO NOT put this
range extender/access point on paper, cloth, or other flammable materials.
7. There’s no user-serviceable part inside the range extender/access point.
If you found that the range extender/access point is not working properly,
please contact your dealer of purchase and ask for help. DO NOT
disassemble the range extender/access point, warranty will be void.
8. If the range extender/access point falls into water when it’s powered,
DO NOT use your hand to pick it up. Switch the electrical power off
before you do anything, or contact an experienced electrical technician
for help.
9. If you smell something strange or even see some smoke coming out

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from the range extender/access point or power supply, remove the power
supply or switch the electrical power off immediately, and call dealer of
purchase for help.

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1-3 System Requirements
zComputer or network devices with wired or wireless network interface
card.
zWeb browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or above, Netscape
Navigator 4.7 or above, Opera web browser, or Safari web browser).
zAn available AC power socket (100 – 240 V, 50/60Hz)

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1-4 Package Contents
Before you starting to use this range extender/access point, please check
if there’s anything missing in the package, and contact your dealer of
purchase to claim for missing items:
□ Wireless Range extender/access point (main body, 1 pcs)
□ 3dBi Dipole Antenna (2 pcs)
□ QIG(1 pcs)
□ A/C power adapter (1 pcs)
□ CD

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1-5 Familiar with your new wireless range extender/access point
Front Panel
LED Name Light Status Description
PWR On The range extender/access point is switched on and
correctly powered.
WLAN
On Wireless WPS mode is enabled.
Off Wireless network is switched off.
Flashing Wireless LAN activity (transferring or receiving
data).
LAN
On LAN port is connected
Off LAN port is not connected
Flashing LAN activity (transferring or receiving data)

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Back Panel
zAntenna Connector
Item Name Description
Antenna 2 reserve SMA antenna connectors for screwing 3dBi detachable
antennas enclosed with the product. Utilizing the MIMO
technology, two antennas are for signal transmitting and for signal
receiving.
Power Power connector, connects to A/C power adapter.
Reset / WPS Reset the router to factory default settings (clear all settings) or
start WPS function. Press this button and hold for 10 seconds to
restore all settings to factory defaults, and press this button for less
than 5 seconds to start WPS function.
LAN Local Area Network (LAN) port.

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Chapter II: System and Network Setup
2-1 Installing the range extender/access point to your Network
Please follow the following instruction to build the network connection
between your new wireless range extender/access point and your
computers, network devices:
1. Connect the range extender/access point to ADSL modem, router, or
switch/hub in your network through the LAN port of the range
extender/access point by Ethernet cable.
2. Connect the A/C power adapter to the wall socket, and then connect it
to the ‘Power’ socket of the range extender/access point.
3. Please check all LEDs on the front panel. ‘PWR’LED should be
steadily on, LAN LEDs should be on if the range extender/access
point is correctly connected to the ADSL modem, router or switch/hub.
If PWD LED is not on, or any LED you expected is not on, please
recheck the cabling, or jump to ‘4-2 Troubleshooting’for possible
reasons and solution.

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2-2 Connecting to wireless range extender/access point by web
browser
After the network connection is built, the next step you should do is
setup the range extender/access point with proper network parameters, so
it can work properly in your network environment.
Before you can connect to the range extender/access point and start
configuration procedures, your computer must be able to get an IP
address automatically (use dynamic IP address). If it’s set to use static IP
address, or you’re unsure, please follow the following instructions to
configure your computer to use dynamic IP address:
If the operating system of your computer is….
Windows 95/98/Me - please go to section 2-2-1
Windows 2000 - please go to section 2-2-2
Windows XP - please go to section 2-2-3
Windows Vista please go to section 2-2-4
2-2-1 Windows 95/98/Me IP address setup
1. Click ‘Start’button (it should be located at lower-left corner of your
computer), then click control panel. Double-click Network icon, and
Network window will appear. Select ‘TCP/IP’, then click ‘Properties’.

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2. Select ‘Specify an IP address’, then input the following settings in
respective field:
IP address: 192.168.2.2
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
click ‘OK’when finish.

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2-2-2 Windows 2000 IP address setup
1. Click ‘Start’button (it should be located at lower-left corner of your
computer), then click control panel. Double-click Network and Dial-up
Connections icon, double click Local Area Connection, and Local Area
Connection Properties window will appear. Select ‘Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP)’, then click ‘Properties’

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2. Select ‘Use the following IP address’, then input the following settings
in respective field:
IP address: 192.168.2.2
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
click ‘OK’when finish.

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2-2-3 Windows XP IP address setup
1. Click ‘Start’button (it should be located at lower-left corner of your
computer), then click control panel. Double-click Network and Internet
Connections icon, click Network Connections, and then double-click
Local Area Connection, Local Area Connection Status window will
appear, and then click ‘Properties’