Edimax EW-7428HCn User manual

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EW-7428HCn
User Manual
08-2012 / v1.0

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CONTENTS
I. PRODUCT INFORMATION......................................................................................... 5
I-1. Package Contents ............................................................................................5
I-2. Physical Description......................................................................................... 5
I-3. Front Panel ......................................................................................................5
I-4. Back Panel .......................................................................................................6
I-5. Safety Information...........................................................................................7
I-6. System Requirements......................................................................................8
I-7. Hardware Installation ......................................................................................8
I-7-I. Connecting the Access Point to a Router or PoE Switch.........................8
I-7-2. Fixing the Access Point to a Ceiling......................................................10
II. GETTING STARTED ................................................................................................. 11
II-1. Access Point Mode........................................................................................... 14
II-2. Universal Wi-Fi Extender Mode....................................................................... 16
II-3. Wireless Client Mode ......................................................................................19
III. BROWSER BASED CONFIGURATION INTERFACE...................................................... 21
III-1. Home ........................................................................................................... 23
III-2. iQ Setup .......................................................................................................25
III-3. Basic Setting................................................................................................. 26
III-3-1. AP Mode................................................................................................28
III-3-2. Station-Infrastructure Mode..................................................................33
III-3-3. AP Bridge-Point to Point Mode..............................................................35
III-3-4. AP Bridge-Point to Multi-Point Mode ....................................................36
III-3-5. AP Bridge-WDS...................................................................................... 38
III-3-6. Universal Repeater Mode...................................................................... 43
III-4. WPS Setting.................................................................................................. 48
III-5. Wireless Advanced....................................................................................... 51
III-5-1. Security ................................................................................................. 53
III-5-2. MAC Filtering ........................................................................................58
III-6. System Utility ............................................................................................... 60
III-6-1. Administrator ........................................................................................ 61
III-6-2. Time Setting ..........................................................................................65
III-6-3. Power Saving......................................................................................... 66
III-6-4. Scheduling setting ................................................................................. 67
III-7. Configuration Tool........................................................................................ 70
III-7-1. Diagnosis ............................................................................................... 72
III-7-2. Firmware Upgrade................................................................................. 73
III-7-3. Reboot................................................................................................... 74
IV. APPENDIX............................................................................................................ 76
IV-1. Configuring your IP address.......................................................................... 76
IV-1-1. Windows XP .......................................................................................... 76
IV-1-2. Windows Vista .....................................................................................77
IV-1-3. Windows 7 ...........................................................................................79

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IV-1-4. Mac OS................................................................................................. 82
IV-2. Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 86
IV-3. Glossary........................................................................................................ 88

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I. PRODUCT INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing the Edimax EW-7428HCn N300 High Power Ceiling
Mount Wireless PoE Range Extender/Access Point! This device is an ideal
choice for users looking to expand their home or office networking
environment. Its easy installation procedure also allows any computer user to
set up a network environment in a matter of minutes.
I-1. Package Contents
Before you start using this device, please check if there is anything missing in
the package, and contact your dealer to claim the missing item(s):
Ceiling mount range extender/access point (1 pcs)
Quick installation guide (1 pcs)
CD with multi-language QIG and user manual (1 pcs)
Power adapter (1 pcs)
Ethernet cable (1 pcs)
Mounting kit (1 pcs)
Access key card (1 pcs)
I-2. Physical Description
I-3. Front Panel
LED
Light
Status
Description
(1)Power
On
Device correctly powered and initialized.
Off
Device not powered or not correctly powered, or
device not yet initialized.
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2
3
..
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Flashing
Device is resetting to factory default settings.
(2)Wi-Fi
On
WPS is activated and the device is waiting for a
WPS signal from another device.
Flashing
Wi-Fi activity (transferring data).
(3)LAN
On
Connected to a local area network.
Off
Not connected to a local area network.
Flashing
LAN activity (transferring data).
Item
Function
Description
(4)Reset/
WPS
WPS
Press and hold this button for 2 seconds to
activate WPS mode, during which this device will
attempt to automatically connect to a
WPS-enabled client device.
Reset
To reset the device to factory default settings,
press and hold the button for 10 seconds, until
the Power LED starts flashing. Release the button
to initiate reset procedures.
Note: Please note that the hardware WPS button
only works when connecting to wireless clients. It
will have no effect when the device itself is in
Wireless Client Mode.
I-4. Back Panel
Item Name
Description
(5) LAN Port
Connects to an Ethernet cable. This device is capable of
Power over Ethernet (PoE), so if the cable is connected
to a PoE switch, then this device will be powered by the
Ethernet cable alone.
(6) 5V DC
Connects to the power adapter.
Note: Please do not connect the power adapter if
the device is already connected to a PoE switch via
the LAN port.

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I-5. 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. Ensure that the access point is firmly secured to a wall or ceiling. In the
event of damage due to the access point falling from its location, the
warranty of the access point is void.
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 will 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 access point or A/C power
adapter, then disconnect the access point and A/C power adapter
immediately, as far as it is safely possible to do so. Call your dealer of
purchase for help.

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I-6. System Requirements
-Computer or network device with wired or wireless network interface
card.
-Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0 or above, Opera web
browser, or Safari web browser).
-Available AC power socket (100 –240 V, 50/60Hz) or 802.3af Power
Over Ethernet (PoE) Switch.
I-7. Hardware Installation
The access point can be attached to a ceiling, or connected to a router or PoE
switch.
Note: You must first configure your access point
using iQ Setup before proceeding with hardware
installation. The following is for reference after you
have chosen which mode to operate your access
point. Please refer to II. Getting Started and follow
the instructions to configure your access point.
I-7-I. Connecting the Access Point to a Router or PoE Switch
1. To connect the access point to a router or Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch,
first carefully remove the back panel cover by twisting it counter-clockwise.
This enables easier access to the LAN port and the power adapter.
2. Plug one end of an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the access
point. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN port on a router or PoE
switch, as shown in the following diagram:

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3. If you are using a router then plug the power adapter into a wall socket,
and connect it to the 5V DC power port on the access point. Reattach the
back panel cover, twisting it clockwise to secure it into place.
4. If you are using a PoE switch then it is not necessary to connect the access
point to a power source via the 5V DC power adapter. The device will be
powered by the PoE switch. Reattach the back panel cover, twisting it
clockwise to secure it into place.
Note: If you are using a Power over Ethernet (PoE)
switch, do not use the power adapter included in
the package contents.

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I-7-2. Fixing the Access Point to a Ceiling
1. To attach the device to the ceiling in its final location, attach the device’s
back panel to the ceiling with the included screws (mounting kit). Then,
attach the rest of the device to the back panel, twisting it clockwise to lock
it into place.

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II. GETTING STARTED
1. Carefully remove the back panel cover by twisting it counter-clockwise. This
enables easier access to the LAN port and the power adapter.
2. Plug one end of an Ethernet cable into the device’s Ethernet port, plug the
other end into your computer’s Ethernet port.
3. Plug the power adapter into a wall socket, then connect it to the 5V DC
power port. Reattach the back panel cover, twisting it clockwise to secure it
into place.
4. The device will begin to initialize. After 30 seconds, the power LED will turn
on, which indicates the device has completed its initialization.
Note: Make sure that your computer is set as a
DHCP client. If you are unsure, please see APPENDIX
IV-1. Configuring your IP address to set your PC IP
to “Obtain an IP address automatically”.
5. Enclosed in the product box is an Access Key card to indicate device factory
default information, containing a URL to access the device’s browser-based
configuration interface, similar to the example below.
“Web browser access”is necessary information for you to login web-based
firmware.
“Wi-Fi Client access”is necessary information for your wireless client
device(for example your computer, tablet, smart phone) to connect to this
device.

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Note: The URL on your card will likely differ from
the example shown in this guide. Please enter the
URL you see on your card, and not the URL used in
the examples here.
6. Open a web browser, such as Internet Explorer. Enter the access key into
the browser URL bar. (Windows PCs only)
Or enter the default IP address (http://192.168.2.2) into your browser’s
address bar. (MacOS and Linux)
7. You will be prompted to enter a username and password. The default
username is admin, and the default password is 1234.

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<Windows PC> <Mac PC>
8. You will then enter the iQ Setup screen, where you can choose which mode
to activate.
The default mode for the device is Access Point Mode.
1. For Access Point Mode, please see section II-1. Access Point Mode
2. For Universal Wi-Fi Extender Mode, please see section II-2. Universal Wi-Fi Extender Mode
3. For Wireless Client Mode, please see section II-3. Wireless Client Mode

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II-1. Access Point Mode
Access Point Mode allows the device to broadcast a wireless Internet signal,
which your wireless devices –such as a notebook computer, a smartphone, or
a tablet computer –can connect to.
1. Select Access Point Mode from the iQ Setup list.
2. You will be asked if you want to change the login information for this device.
For now, simply click ‘NEXT’ without changing anything. You will later have
an opportunity to change this in the browser-based setup, should you wish.
Note: If you changed the username and password in
this step, you will be prompted to relogin. Enter the
new information into the login prompt.
3. You will be prompted to set the device’s access point settings. If you want
to, you can give the device an ID in the ‘Device Name’ field, and if you want
to set a Wi-Fi password, select ‘Enabled’ from the drop-down menu and
enter your desired password in the ‘Wi-Fi Network Password field’.
Otherwise, if you keep the default settings, the device’s wireless network
will have the default ID of ‘Edimax’ and will use no password.

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Note: If the device is not set to “Obtain an IP
address automatically”, then please select that
option by clicking on the radio button circled in the
above image.
4. Click ‘APPLY’ when you are done. You will see a confirmation screen, with
your Wi-Fi settings.
5. Click ‘APPLY’ and the device will save settings and restart. When it has
finished, you will see a final congratulations screen.
6. Disconnect the access point from your computer via Ethernet cable and
connect the access point to a router or PoE switch. See I-7-I. Connecting
the Access Point to a Router or Power over Ethernet (PoE) Switch.
In the diagram below, the access point is connected to a PoE switch:

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7. You may now connect to the device wirelessly by selecting its ID from your
list of Wi-Fi networks, and entering the password you set (if you set one).
II-2. Universal Wi-Fi Extender Mode
Universal Wi-Fi Extender Mode allows you to extend the range of an existing
Wi-Fi network; expanding wireless coverage and eliminating dead spots.
1. Select Universal Wi-Fi Extender Mode from the list. iQ Setup will start
detecting available Wi-Fi networks automatically. All detected Wi-Fi
networks will be displayed in the list. Select the one you wish to connect to.
Note: If the Wi-Fi network you wish to connect to
does not appear, click “Refresh” to detect again or
try to move the device closer to the root wireless
access point.
2. Input the password of the existing Wi-Fi network in the “Key” field and click
“Next” to continue. The device must have the same Wi-Fi password as the
root wireless access point.
Note: The device will be unable to connect to the
Wi-Fi network if you enter the wrong password. If
you do not know your Wi-Fi password, you may find
it via your Wi-Fi router’s configuration, or consult
the network administrator who set up the Wi-Fi

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network.
3. By default, the device’s SSID is the root access point’s SSID plus the last six
characters of the device’s access key. You can change the device’s SSID if
you want. Click “Next” to complete the setup.
4. The device will test the connection between itself and the root wireless
access point.
If the connection is successful, the message “Connection Test Successfully”
will appear on-screen. Click “Next” to save settings.
If the connection failed, the message “Connection Test Failed” will appear
on-screen. Click “Back” to restart the setup process.
5. The device will show a brief summary of the name of the root wireless
access point, the name of the device, and the security type used. Click
“APPLY” to continue, or click “Back” to restart the setup process.
6. After you click “APPLY” the device will restart and save its settings. You will
see a final congratulations page. Your computer will be disconnected from
the extender at this time. To reconnect to the extender, select its SSID from
your list of Wi-Fi networks.

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7. You may test the connectivity of the device by disconnecting the Ethernet
cable from your computer’s Ethernet port, and then attempting to connect
to the device wirelessly (select its SSID from your list of wireless networks,
not the SSID of your root Wi-Fi access point). Then, attempt to open a web
page with your web browser.
8. After you have connected the device to the existing Wi-Fi network and
confirmed it works, you can move this device to another location for
optimal Wi-Fi extension. To move the device, turn it off and unplug it from
its socket. The device will remember the Wi-Fi network it is assigned to.
Move the device to its new location and plug it in, then turn the device on
again. It will go through its initialization process after being turned on. You
will be unable to connect to the device while it is initializing.

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II-3. Wireless Client Mode
Wireless Client Mode allows Ethernet devices such as smart televisions and
video game consoles to connect to a wireless access point.
1. Select Wireless Client Mode from the list. iQ Setup will start detecting
available Wi-Fi networks automatically. All detected Wi-Fi networks will be
displayed in the list. Select the one you wish to connect to.
Note: If the Wi-Fi network you wish to connect to
does not appear, click “Refresh” to detect again or
try to move the device closer to the root wireless
access point.
2. Input the password of the existing Wi-Fi network in the “Key” field and click
“Next” to continue. The device must have the same Wi-Fi password as the
root wireless access point.
Note: The device will be unable to connect to the
Wi-Fi network if you enter the wrong password. If
you do not know your Wi-Fi password, you may find
it via your Wi-Fi router’s configuration, or consult
the network administrator who set up the Wi-Fi
network.
3. The device will test the connection between itself and the root wireless
access point.

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If the connection is successful, the message “Connection Successfully” will
appear on-screen. Click “Next” to save settings.
If the connection failed, the message “Connection Test Failed” will appear
on-screen. Click “Back” to restart the setup process.
4. The device will show a brief summary of the name of the root wireless
access point, the name of the device, and the security type used. Click
“APPLY” to continue, or click “Back” to restart the setup process.
5. After you click “APPLY” the device will restart and save its settings. You will
see a final congratulations page.
6. You may now transfer this device to another Ethernet appliance, such as a
computer, a smart TV or a game console, by disconnecting the Ethernet
cable from your computer’s Ethernet port, and then connecting it to the
appliance’s Ethernet port. The device will remember the wireless network it
is assigned to.