Edimax CAP1200 User manual

CAP1200
User Manual
04-2015 / v1.1

CONTENTS
I. Product Information.............................................................................. 2
I-1. Package Contents ..................................................................................................................2
I-2. System Requirements............................................................................................................2
I-3. Hardware Overview...............................................................................................................3
I-4. LED Status ..............................................................................................................................4
I-5. Reset ......................................................................................................................................5
I-6. Safety Information.................................................................................................................6
II. Hardware Installation............................................................................ 7
II-1. Connecting the access point to a router or PoE switch.......................................................7
II-2. Mounting the access point to a ceiling................................................................................8
II-3. T-Rail Mount ......................................................................................................................11
AP Mode
III. Quick Setup..........................................................................................13
III-1. Initial Setup..........................................................................................................................13
III-2. Basic Settings .......................................................................................................................15
IV. Browser Based Configuration Interface.................................................19
IV-1. Information........................................................................................................................21
IV-1-1. System Information ...........................................................................................................21
IV-1-2. Wireless Clients..................................................................................................................25
IV-1-3. Wireless Monitor ...............................................................................................................27
IV-1-4. Log......................................................................................................................................29
IV-2. Network Settings ...............................................................................................................31
IV-2-1. LAN-Side IP Address...........................................................................................................31
IV-2-2. LAN Port.............................................................................................................................33
IV-2-3. VLAN ..................................................................................................................................34
IV-3. Wireless Settings................................................................................................................35
IV-3-1. 2.4GHz 11bgn.....................................................................................................................35
IV-3-1-1. Basic .............................................................................................................................36
IV-3-1-2. Advanced .....................................................................................................................39
IV-3-1-3. Security ........................................................................................................................41
IV-3-1-3-1. No Authentication .....................................................................................................42
IV-3-1-3-2. WEP............................................................................................................................43
IV-3-1-3-3. IEEE802.1x/EAP..........................................................................................................43
IV-3-1-3-4. WPA-PSK ....................................................................................................................43

IV-3-1-3-5. WPA-EAP....................................................................................................................44
IV-3-1-3-6. Additional Authentication .........................................................................................44
IV-3-1-4. WDS .............................................................................................................................46
IV-3-1-5. Schedule.......................................................................................................................48
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IV-3-2. 5GHz 11ac 11an .................................................................................................................49
IV-3-2-1. Basic .............................................................................................................................49
IV-3-2-2. Advanced .....................................................................................................................51
IV-3-2-3. Security ........................................................................................................................53
IV-3-2-4. WDS .............................................................................................................................55
IV-3-2-5. Schedule.......................................................................................................................57
IV-3-2. WPS......................................................................................................................................58
IV-3-3. RADIUS .................................................................................................................................60
IV-3-3-1. RADIUS Settings ...........................................................................................................61
IV-3-3-2. Internal Server .............................................................................................................62
IV-3-3-3. RADIUS Accounts .........................................................................................................64
IV-3-4. MAC Filter ..........................................................................................................................66
IV-3-5. WMM...................................................................................................................................68
IV-4. Management .....................................................................................................................70
IV-4-1. Admin.................................................................................................................................70
IV-4-2. Date and Time....................................................................................................................73
IV-4-3. Syslog Server......................................................................................................................75
IV-4-4. Ping Test.............................................................................................................................76
IV-4-5. I’m Here .............................................................................................................................77
IV-4-6. Operation Mode ................................................................................................................78
IV-5. Advanced ...........................................................................................................................79
IV-5-1. LED Settings .......................................................................................................................79
IV-5-2. Update Firmware...............................................................................................................80
IV-5-3. Save/Restore Settings........................................................................................................81
IV-5-4. Factory Default ..................................................................................................................83
IV-5-5. Reboot ...............................................................................................................................84
Edimax Pro NMS
I. Product Information.............................................................................85
II. Quick Setup..........................................................................................86
III. Software Layout...................................................................................92
IV. Features...............................................................................................99

IV-1. LOGIN, LOGOUT & RESTART ................................................................................................99
IV-2. DASHBOARD ......................................................................................................................101
IV-2-1. System Information ...........................................................................................................102
IV-2-2. Devices Information...........................................................................................................102
IV-2-3. Managed AP.......................................................................................................................103
IV-2-4. Managed AP Group............................................................................................................104
IV-2-5. Active Clients .....................................................................................................................105
IV-3. ZONE PLAN.........................................................................................................................106
IV-4. NMS MONITOR ..................................................................................................................108
IV-4-1. Access Point .......................................................................................................................108
IV-4-1-1. Managed AP...............................................................................................................108
IV-4-1-2. Managed AP Group....................................................................................................110
IV-4-2. WLAN .................................................................................................................................112
IV-4-2-1. Active WLAN ..............................................................................................................112
IV-4-2-2. Active WLAN Group ...................................................................................................113
IV-4-3. Clients ................................................................................................................................113
IV-4-3-1. Active Clients .............................................................................................................113
IV-4-4. Rogue Devices....................................................................................................................114
IV-4-5. Information........................................................................................................................115
IV-4-5-1. All Events/Activities ...................................................................................................115
IV-4-5-2. Monitoring .................................................................................................................116
IV-5. NMS Settings......................................................................................................................117
IV-5-1. Access Point .......................................................................................................................117
IV-5-2. WLAN .................................................................................................................................128
IV-5-3. RADIUS ...............................................................................................................................132
IV-5-4. Access Control ...................................................................................................................138
IV-5-5. Guest Network...................................................................................................................141
IV-5-6. Zone Edit ............................................................................................................................145
IV-5-7. Firmware Upgrade.............................................................................................................147
IV-5-8. Advanced ...........................................................................................................................148
IV-5-8-1. System Security..........................................................................................................148
IV-5-8-2. Date & Time ...............................................................................................................148
IV-6. Local Network ....................................................................................................................150
IV-6-1. Network Settings ...............................................................................................................150
IV-6-1-1. LAN-Side IP Address...................................................................................................150
IV-6-1-2. LAN Port Settings .......................................................................................................153
IV-6-1-3. VLAN ..........................................................................................................................154
IV-6-2. 2.4GHz 11bgn.....................................................................................................................155
IV-6-2-1. Basic ...........................................................................................................................155
IV-6-2-2. Advanced ...................................................................................................................157
IV-6-2-3. Security ......................................................................................................................159

IV-6-2-3-1. No Authentication ...................................................................................................160
IV-6-2-3-2. WEP..........................................................................................................................160
IV-6-2-3-3. IEEE802.1x/EAP........................................................................................................161
IV-6-2-3-4. WPA-PSK ..................................................................................................................161
IV-6-2-3-5. WPA-EAP..................................................................................................................161
IV-6-2-3-6. Additional Authentication .......................................................................................162
IV-6-2-4. WDS ...........................................................................................................................163
IV-6-3. 5GHz 11ac 11an ...............................................................................................................165
IV-6-3-1. Basic ...........................................................................................................................165
IV-6-3-2. Advanced ...................................................................................................................167
IV-6-3-3. Security ......................................................................................................................169
IV-6-3-4. WDS ...........................................................................................................................171
IV-6-4. WPS....................................................................................................................................173
IV-6-5. RADIUS ...............................................................................................................................174
IV-6-5-1. RADIUS Settings .........................................................................................................175
IV-6-5-2. Internal Server ...........................................................................................................176
IV-6-5-3. RADIUS Accounts .......................................................................................................178
IV-6-6. MAC Filter ..........................................................................................................................180
IV-6-7. WMM.................................................................................................................................182
IV-7. Local Settings .....................................................................................................................184
IV-7-1. Operation Mode ................................................................................................................184
IV-7-2. Network Settings ...............................................................................................................184
IV-7-2-1. System Information ...................................................................................................184
IV-7-2-2. Wireless Clients..........................................................................................................187
IV-7-2-3. Wireless Monitor .......................................................................................................188
IV-7-2-4. Log..............................................................................................................................189
IV-7-3. Management .....................................................................................................................191
IV-7-3-1. Admin.......................................................................................................................191
IV-7-3-2. Date and Time..........................................................................................................192
IV-7-3-3. Syslog Server............................................................................................................194
IV-7-3-4. I’m Here ...................................................................................................................195
IV-7-4. Advanced ...........................................................................................................................196
IV-7-4-1. LED Settings ...............................................................................................................196
IV-7-4-2. Update Firmware.....................................................................................................196
IV-7-4-3. Save/Restore Settings..............................................................................................198
IV-7-4-4. Factory Default ........................................................................................................199
IV-7-4-5. Reboot .....................................................................................................................199
IV-8. Toolbox ..............................................................................................................................200
IV-8-1. Network Connectivity ......................................................................................................200
IV-8-1-1. Ping ..........................................................................................................................200
IV-8-1-2. Trace Route..............................................................................................................200

V. Appendix ...........................................................................................201
V-1. Configuring your IP address.............................................................................................201
V-1-1. Windows XP .....................................................................................................................202
V-1-2. Windows Vista .................................................................................................................204
V-1-3. Windows 7 .......................................................................................................................206
V-1-4. Windows 8 .......................................................................................................................210
V-1-5. Mac ..................................................................................................................................214
V. Best Practice ......................................................................................216
VI-1. How to Create and Link WLAN & Access Point Groups...................................................216

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OVERVIEW
Your access point can function in three different modes.
The default mode for your access point is AP mode.
AP mode is a regular access point for use in your wireless network.
AP Controller mode acts as the designated master of an AP array (group of
linked access points).
Managed AP mode acts as a “slave”AP within the AP array (controlled by the
AP Controller “master”).
In AP Controller mode the user interface will switch to Edimax Pro NMS.
This user manual is split into two parts: AP mode (blue) and Edimax Pro NMS
(grey).

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I. Product Information
I-1. Package Contents
1. CAP1200 Access Point
2. Ceiling Mount Bracket
3. T-Rail Mounting Kit &
Screws
4. CD
5. Quick Installation Guide
6. Ethernet Cable
7. Power Adapter
8. Ceiling Mount Screw Template
I-2. System Requirements
-Existing cable/DSL modem & router
-Computer with web browser for access point configuration
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I-3. Hardware Overview
Ethernet Port
Power Port

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I-4. LED Status
LED Color
LED Status
Description
Blue
On
The access point is on.
Long Flashing
Upgrading firmware.
Short Flashing
Resetting to factory defaults.
Amber
On
Starting up.
Flashing
Error.
Off
Off
The access point is off.

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I-5. Reset
If you experience problems with your access point, you can reset the device
back to its factory settings. This resets all settings back to default.
1. Press and hold the reset button on the access point for at least 10
seconds.
You may need to use a pin or similar sharp object to push the
reset button.
2. Wait for the access point to restart. The access point is ready for setup
when the LED is blue.

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I-6. Safety Information
In order to ensure the safe operation of the device and its users, please read
and act in accordance with the following safety instructions.
1. The access point is designed for indoor use only; do not place the access
point outdoors.
2. Do not place the access point in or near hot/humid places, such as a kitchen
or bathroom.
3. Do not pull any connected cable with force; carefully disconnect it from the
access point.
4. Handle the access point with care. Accidental damage will void the
warranty of the access point.
5. The device contains small parts which are a danger to small children under
3 years old. Please keep the access point out of reach of children.
6. Do not place the access point on paper, cloth, or other flammable materials.
The access point may become hot during use.
7. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the access point. If you
experience problems with the access point, please contact your dealer of
purchase and ask for help.
8. The access point is an electrical device and as such, if it becomes wet for
any reason, do not attempt to touch it without switching the power supply
off. Contact an experienced electrical technician for further help.
9. If you smell burning or see smoke coming from the access point or power
adapter, then disconnect the access point and power adapter immediately,
as far as it is safely possible to do so. Call your dealer of purchase for help.

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II. Hardware Installation
When using the access point in AP mode it is recommended to
configure some basic settings as shown in III. Quick Setup before
hardware installation.
II-1. Connecting the access point to a router or PoE switch
1.If you need to, remove the cap from the underside of the access point. This
creates extra space for your cables to pass through.
2.Connect a router or PoE switch to the access point’s LAN port using an
Ethernet cable.
3. If you are using a router, then connect
the power adapter to the access
point’s 12V DC port and plug the power
adapter into a power supply.
Do not use the power adapter if
you are using a PoE switch.

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II-2. Mounting the access point to a ceiling
To mount the access point to a ceiling, please follow the instructions below
and refer to diagram A& B.
For Wooden Ceilings (refer to diagram A):
1. Place the ceiling mount bracket to a ceiling in your desired location and
insert screw iii through hole i(x 2)and tighten to fix the bracket in place.
2. When the ceiling bracket is in place, inset screw iv into hole v(x 2) on the
access point.
3. Fix the access point to the ceiling bracket by inserting the attached screws
iv into hole vi and twisting the access point.
4. Lock the access point firmly into place when by twisting it to align screws
iv with the grooves in the ceiling mount.
For Other Ceilings (refer to diagram B):
1. Place the ceiling mount bracket to a ceiling in your desired location and
Insert screw ii through hole i (x 2) and tighten to fix the bracket in place, as
shown in A.
2. Insert screw iii through hole iand into the rear of screw ii and tighten to
provide additional strength.
3. When the ceiling bracket is in place, insert screw iv into hole v(x 2) on the
access point.
5. Fix the access point to the ceiling bracket by inserting the attached screws
iv into hole vi and twisting the access point.
6. Lock the access point firmly into place by twisting it to align screws iv with
the grooves in the ceiling mount.

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iii

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B

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II-3. T-Rail Mount
To mount the access point to a T-Rail, please follow the instructions below
and refer to diagram C, D & E.
1. Select the correct size T-Rail bracket from the two sizes which are
included in the package contents.
2. Attach the T-Rail bracket i to hole ii using screw iii (x 2) as shown in C.
If you need more space between the access point and the T-Rail,
then additionally use bracket iv between bracket iand hole ii (x 2),
and use the longer screws (x 2) included in the package contents.
3. Clip the access point onto your T-Rail using the now attached T-Rail
bracket.

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AP Mode
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III. Quick Setup
Your access point can be up and running in just a few minutes. This quick
installation guide will help to set up your access point in its default AP mode
and configure its basic settings. For use a Managed AP within an AP array no
settings are necessary. Configurations can be made from your Controller AP
(refer to Edimax Pro NMS).
III-1. Initial Setup
1. Connect the access point to a computer via Ethernet cable.
2. Connect the power adapter to the access point’s 12V DC port and plug the
power adapter into a power supply using the included cable.
3. Please wait a moment for the access point to start up. The access point is
ready when the LED is blue.
4. Set your computer’s IP address to 192.168.2.x where xis a number in the
range 3 –100. If you are unsure how to do this, please refer to the user
manual for more information.
Please ensure there are no other active network connections on
your computer (disconnect Wi-Fi connections and Ethernet
cables).
5. Enter the access point’s default IP address 192.168.2.2 into the URL bar of
a web browser.

AP Mode
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6. You will be prompted for a username and password. Enter the default
username “admin” and the default password “1234”.
7. You will arrive the “System Information” screen shown below.
8. Next, please follow the instructions below in II-2. Basic Settings to
configure the access point’s basic settings.