Edimax OAP900 User manual

OAP900
User Manual
05-2016 / v1.0

CONTENTS
I. Product Information.............................................................................. 2
I-2. System Requirements........................................................................................................3
I-3. Hardware Overview...........................................................................................................3
I-4. LED Status .........................................................................................................................4
I-5. Reset .................................................................................................................................4
I-6. Mounting ..........................................................................................................................5
I-7. Safety Information.............................................................................................................7
II. Quick Setup........................................................................................... 8
II-1. Passive PoE Injector...........................................................................................................8
II-2. AP Mode..........................................................................................................................10
II-3. Managed AP Mode: Edimax Pro NMS ..............................................................................14
II-4. Client Bridge Mode..........................................................................................................18
IV. Browser Based Configuration Interface.................................................20
IV-1. Information ...................................................................................................................22
IV-1-1. System Information .......................................................................................................22
IV-1-2. Wireless Clients .............................................................................................................26
IV-1-3. Wireless Monitor...........................................................................................................28
IV-1-4. DHCP Client Table..........................................................................................................29
IV-1-5. Log ................................................................................................................................30
IV-2. Network Settings ...........................................................................................................32
IV-2-1. LAN-Side IP Address.......................................................................................................32
IV-2-2. LAN Port ........................................................................................................................34
IV-2-3. VLAN .............................................................................................................................35
IV-3. Wireless Settings ...........................................................................................................36
IV-3-1. Wireless Extender..........................................................................................................36
IV-3-2. Profile List......................................................................................................................38
IV-3-3. 5GHz 11ac 11an.............................................................................................................39
IV-3-3-1. Basic ........................................................................................................................39
IV-3-3-2. Advanced.................................................................................................................41
IV-3-3-3. Security....................................................................................................................43
IV-3-3-3-1. No Authentication..................................................................................................44
IV-3-3-3-2. WEP .......................................................................................................................44
IV-3-3-3-3. IEEE802.1x/EAP......................................................................................................45
IV-3-3-3-4. WPA-PSK................................................................................................................45
IV-3-3-3-5. WPA-EAP ...............................................................................................................45
IV-3-3-3-6. Additional Authentication ......................................................................................46

IV-3-3-4. WDS.........................................................................................................................47
IV-3-3-5. Guest Network.........................................................................................................49
IV-3-4. WPS.................................................................................................................................51
IV-3-5. RADIUS............................................................................................................................53
IV-3-5-1. RADIUS Settings.......................................................................................................54
IV-3-5-2. Internal Server .........................................................................................................55
IV-3-5-3. RADIUS Accounts .....................................................................................................57
IV-3-6. MAC Filter .....................................................................................................................59
IV-3-7. WMM..............................................................................................................................61
IV-3-8. Traffic Shaping.................................................................................................................63
IV-3-9. Antenna...........................................................................................................................64
IV-4. Management.................................................................................................................65
IV-4-1. Admin............................................................................................................................65
IV-4-2. Date and Time ...............................................................................................................68
IV-4-3. Syslog Server .................................................................................................................70
IV-4-4. Ping Test........................................................................................................................71
IV-5. Advanced.......................................................................................................................72
IV-5-1. LED Settings...................................................................................................................72
IV-5-2. Update Firmware...........................................................................................................73
IV-5-3. Save/Restore Settings....................................................................................................74
IV-5-4. Factory Default ..............................................................................................................76
IV-5-5. Reboot...........................................................................................................................77
IV-6. Operation Mode ............................................................................................................78
V. Appendix .............................................................................................79
V-1. Configuring your IP address ...........................................................................................79
V-1-1. Windows XP ..................................................................................................................80
V-1-2. Windows Vista...............................................................................................................82
V-1-3. Windows 7 ....................................................................................................................84
V-1-4. Windows 8 ....................................................................................................................88
V-1-5. Mac ...............................................................................................................................92

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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.
Managed AP mode acts as a “slave”AP within the AP array (controlled by the
AP Controller “master”).
In Client Bridge mode the OAP900 connects wirelessly to an AP’s SSID while
remaining in the same IP address range as that AP –the WAN and LAN are on
the same subnet. This is ideal for last-mile solutions.

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I. Product Information
1. Access Point
2. PoE Injector
3. CD
4. Quick Installation Guide
5. Wall Mount Screw Template
6. Power Cord
7. Ethernet Cable
8. Power Adapter
9. Wall Mount Screw Set
10. Pole Mount Set
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I-2. System Requirements
-Existing cable/DSL modem & router
-Computer with web browser for access point configuration
I-3. Hardware Overview
A. LAN1 port with Power over Ethernet (Passive PoE) IN.
B. LAN2 port with Power over Ethernet (Passive PoE) OUT.
C. Reset the access point to factory default settings
D. SMA connector for optional antenna.
E. Switch the LAN2 (Passive PoE) OUT on/off.
ALAN1 (PoE) IN
EPoE Out On/Off
DSMA
CReset

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I-4. LED Status
LED Behavior
Power
Blue
The access point is on.
Off
The access point is off.
LAN 1 & 2
Blue
LAN port is connected.
Flashing
Activity (transferring and receiving)
Off
LAN port is unconnected.
Wireless
(Client mode
only)
Blue
Wireless enabled.
Flashing
Excellent/Good/Medium/Bad for RSSI Signal
Strength.
Off
Wireless disabled.
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. Then release the button.
You may need to use a pencil 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. Mounting
The access point includes a mount for wall or pole which requires some
assembly.
Wall Mount
1. Attach the mount and access point to a wall using the included screws and
plugs.

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Pole Mount
2. Fix the mount and access point to a pole using the included pole mount
straps.

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I-7. 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. Do not place the access point in or near hot/humid places, such as a
kitchen or bathroom.
2. Do not pull any connected cable with force; carefully disconnect it from
the access point.
3. Handle the access point with care. Accidental damage will void the
warranty of the access point.
4. 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.
5. Do not place the access point on paper, cloth, or other flammable
materials. The access point may become hot during use.
6. 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.
7. 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. Quick Setup
The OAP900 Long Range 802.11ac Outdoor Access Point features a range of
powerful functions:
-802.11ac high-speed wireless technology
-16 SSIDs for management
-SNMP v1/v2c/v3
Your access point can be up and running in just a few minutes. It can function
as a standalone access point (AP mode), as part of an AP array (Managed AP
mode), or as a client bridge for WISP last-mile services (Client Bridge mode).
For use as a Managed AP in an AP array, the access point will automatically
switch mode when an AP Controller is configured as described in II-3.
Managed AP Mode: Edimax Pro NMS.
II-1. Passive PoE Injector
Do not connect a non-PoE device to the access point’s LAN2 (PoE
Out) port. The LAN2 port outputs 48 V and can damage a non PoE
device.
1. Connect the access point’s LAN1 (PoE In) port to the PoE injector’s PoE
port via Ethernet cable.

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2. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the access point’s LAN port to your
network: router, access point or switch. If it’s more convenient for initial
setup, you can connect a computer directly to the access point’s LAN port
instead.
3. Connect the PoE injector to a power source using the included power
adapter. Wait a moment for the access point to start up. The access point
is ready when the LED is blue.

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II-2. AP Mode
1. Enter the access point’s IP address into the URL bar of a web browser. The
default IP is 192.168.2.2. If the AP is connected to a DHCP server, ensure
you use the correct address.
2. You will be prompted for a user name and password. Enter the default
username “admin” and the default password “1234”.
3. You will arrive at the “System Information” screen shown below.
The next steps will help you to configure the following basic settings of the
access point:

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-LAN IP Address
-5GHz SSID & Security
-Administrator Name & Password
-Time & Date
It is recommended you configure these settings before using the
access point.
1. To change the access point’s LAN IP address, go to “Network Settings” >
“LAN-side IP Address”and you will see the screen below.
2. Enter the IP address settings you wish to use for your access point. You
can use a dynamic (DHCP) or static IP address, depending on your network
environment. Click “Apply” to save the changes and wait a few moments
for the access point to reload.
When you change your access point’s IP address, you need to use
the new IP address to access the browser based configuration
interface instead of the default IP 192.168.2.2.
3. To change the SSID of your access point’s 5GHz wireless network(s), go to
“Wireless Settings” > “5GHz 11ac” > “Basic”. Enter the new SSID for your
2.4GHz wireless network in the “SSID1” field and click “Apply”.
To utilize multiple 5GHz SSIDs, open the drop down menu labelled
“Enable SSID number” and select how many SSIDs you require.
Then enter a new SSID in the corresponding numbered fields
below, before clicking “Apply”.

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4. To configure the security of your access point’s 5GHz wireless network(s),
go to “Wireless Settings” > “5GHz 11ac 11an” > “Security”. Select an
“Authentication Method” and enter a “Pre-shared Key” or “Encryption Key”
depending on your choice, then click “Apply”.
If using multiple SSIDs, specify which SSID to configure using the
“SSID” drop down menu.
5. To change the administrator name and password for the browser based
configuration interface, go to “Management” > “Admin”.

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6. Complete the “Administrator Name” and “Administrator Password” fields
and click “Apply”.
7. To set the correct time for your access point, go to “Management” >
“Date and Time Settings”.
8. Set the correct time and time zone for your access point using the drop
down menus. The access point also supports NTP (Network Time Protocol)
so alternatively you can enter the host name or IP address of a time server.
Click “Apply” when you are finished.
You can use the “Acquire Current Time from your PC” button if
you wish to set the access point to the same time as your PC.
9. The basic settings of your access point are now configured.

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II-3. Managed AP Mode: Edimax Pro NMS
Edimax Pro Network Management Suite (NMS) supports the central
management of a group of access points, otherwise known as an AP Array.
NMS supports up to 16 Edimax Pro access points with no additional wireless
controller required or 128 access points with the APC 500 AP controller -
reducing costs and facilitating efficient remote AP management.
Edimax Pro NMS is simple to setup. An overview of the system is shown
below:
One AP (access point) is designated as the AP Controller (master) and other
connected Edimax Pro APs are automatically designated as Managed APs
(slaves). Using Edimax Pro NMS you can monitor, configure and manage all
Managed APs (up to 128) from the single AP Controller.
The OAP900 functions as a Managed AP and cannot act as an AP
Controller.

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When using an Edimax NMS AP controller, other connected APs are
automatically set to Managed APs. In the case that the AP Controller
cannot find your OAP900 as a Managed AP, you can configure the
setting manually as below:
1. Ensure all APs including your OAP900 are connected 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 LEDs.

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3. Ensure you have setup and designated one AP as the AP Controller which
will manage all other connected APs (up to 128 depending on model).
4. Connect a computer to the OAP900 via PoE switch using an Ethernet cable.
5. Open a web browser and enter the OAP900’s IP address in the address
field. The default IP address is 192.168.2.2

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Your computer’s IP address must be in the same subnet as the AP
Controller. If you changed the AP Controller’s IP address, or if your
gateway/router uses a DHCP server, ensure you enter the correct IP
address.
6. Enter the username & password to login. The default username &
password are admin & 1234.
7. You will arrive at the Edimax Pro NMS Dashboard. Go to “Operation
Mode” and select “Managed AP Mode” from the drop down menu.