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Sample access point connections
Modem
Internet WAX204 in
access point mode
WiFi device
Network router
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Use the WAX204 in access point mode
September2020
You can cable the WAX204 to your network router and then set the WAX204 to
access point mode.
1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the yellow Internet port on the WAX204.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to a LAN port on your network router.
Your network router must support a DHCP server, so that it assigns an IP
address to the WAX204 and its clients, and provides Internet access.
3. Power on the WAX204 and check that the LEDs are lit.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Router / AP / Bridge Mode.
5. Select the AP Mode radio button.
6. Tap the Apply button.
Your settings are saved and the WAX204 is recongured in access point
mode. The WAX204 routing functions are disabled and it is assigned a new
IP address.
7. Follow the onscreen instructions to log in to the admin interface again.
Note: For more information about conguring the WAX204, see the user
manual.
5. To register and activate your product warranty, tap the LOG IN with
NETGEAR account button.
The NETGEAR Account Login page displays.
Note: If you do not own a NETGEAR account, tap the Create account link,
create a NETGEAR account, and log in.
6. Enter your NETGEAR account email address and password, and then tap the
LOG IN with NETGEAR account button.
The Local device login page displays.
IMPORTANT: After the WAX204 is registered and you log in with your NETGEAR
account, you can use the local device password for future logins.
7. Log in using your local device password.
The BASIC > Home page displays.
8. Congure the country and region where you are using the WAX204. Select
Advanced > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings > Region Selection.
Note: The country or region is not selectable for the U.S. and Canada.
Note: Make sure that the country is set to the location where the device is
operating. You are responsible for complying with the local, regional, and
national regulations for channels, power levels, and frequency ranges.
9. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
For more information, see Use the WAX204 in access point mode.
If you do not want to use the WAX204 in access point mode, you can continue
to use the WAX204 in router mode and congure the WAX204 for your
environment. For more information, see the user manual.
