Pakedge Device & Software WK-1-C User manual

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WK-1-C Access Point
802.11ac dual band access point
Version 1.0

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Package Contents 3
WK-1-C Mounting 4
Powering Up the Access Point 12
Conguring the Hardware 15
Step 1: Login 15
Step 2: Radio 21
Step 3: Security Proles 25
Step 4: Conguration 27
Contents
Please refer to the installation manual of your product.
WK-1-C
• 802.11ac Dual Band Access Point
• Built in 2x2 internal antennas
• Powered by PoE+
• 2 LAN ports for Network Extensions
System Requirements
Windows or Mac PC with an Ethernet interface.
WK-1-C Default Settings
Operation Mode: Access Point
IP Address: 192.168.1.250
Username/Password: pakedge/pakedgea
SSID: Pakedge2.4-1 and Pakedge5-1
Power Output: High
Security: Disabled
Package Contents

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1. Open the release latch and push on the back of WK-1-C to swing the WAP out from
hceiling/wall bracket.
WK-1-C Mounting 2. Swing WAP down.

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3. Using the supplied template, cut a 9.125” diame-
ter circle at the desired mounting location for your
WK-1-C. Route an in-wall Ethernet cable through
the opening on the back of WK-1-C housing.
Insert the WK-1-C into the ceiling/wall.
4. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the mounting ears. Use a clockwise rotation.
NOTE: Do not use excessive force when tightening the mounting-ears. This can strip the mounting
ears and render them non-functional.

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5. Plug Ethernet cable into WK-1-C. Route Ethernet cable as shown. Use optional cable clip if
necessary.
6. Swing WAP back into WK-1-C housing.

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WK-1-C installation with optional pre-construction bracket
Pre-construction bracket sold separately.
1. Place the pre-construction bracket against the bottom of the ceiling studs at the desired
mounting location.
2. Mark locations for mounting screws. Drill 1/16” pilot holes at marked locations. Secure
pre-construction bracket to ceiling studs using the provided hardware.
3. Install sheet rock over pre-construction bracket. Make note of where the cutout on the
pre-construction bracket is when installing the drywall.
4. Cut opening in sheet rock using the cutout on the pre-construction bracket as a guide.
Note: the Pakedge logo should be facing outwards.

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The access point can be powered via PoE+ or by the included power adapter. Please see below for
examples:
Power Using a PoE+ Injector
Powering Up the Access Point
WK-1
Smartphone
Panel
Laptop
Laptop
Tablet
Switch
PoE+
Injector
Ethernet Cable
Ethernet Cable
Smartphone
Panel
Laptop
Laptop
Tablet
Switch
Ethernet Cable
Power using a PoE+ Switch
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Power using the included power adapter
The Wireless Access Point should now be up and running with its default settings. It does not need
to be congured to be functional. To make changes to the SSID and security settings, you need to
access the WK-1-C using a web browser.
Smartphone
Panel
Laptop
Laptop
Tablet
Power
Outlet
AC Adapter
Step 1: Login
There are two options to log in to the unit:
Option 1:
Connect a computer to the WK-1-C through an Ethernet cable. Enter 192.168.1.250 into the
address bar of your web browser. You should see a login page. In the username box, type pakedge.
In the password box, type pakedgea and click Login.
Conguring the Hardware
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NOTE: If your computer is not set to the default IP scheme of the WK-1-C (192.168.1.X), you must
rst congure the TCP/IP settings on your computer to log in to the WK-1-C through a web
browser.

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Using Windows 7
Under Control Panel – Network and
Internet, click on View Network Status
and Tasks.
On the left panel, click on Change
Adapter Settings and right-click Local
Area Connection. Select Properties.
Select Internet Protocol Version 4
(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties.
Select Use The Following IP Address
and enter the following information:
IP Address: 192.168.1.10
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Additional settings can be left blank.
Click “OK” and “Close”
Following page will display when logged in:

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Second Option
You can use the Where’s My WAP (WMW) software, which is free to download from the Dealer
Portal section of the Pakedge website.
This application will automatically scan the network for any Pakedge access point. Once the appli-
cation nds the access points, you will have the option to change their IP addresses by clicking on
the pencil icon.
NOTE: If you plan on using multiple access points at your home, remember that they all come with
the same IP address by default.

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Once you are logged in to the AP, hover over Network and click on LAN.
The rst tab under Wireless is Radio. By default, the WK-1-C operates in Access Point Mode. The
mode can be set for either the 2.4 or the 5 GHz band. The available modes for the WK-1-C are:
Access Point, WDS Root Access Point, WDS Repeater and WDS Bridge.
Step 2: Radio
NOTE: That once you apply a country code, you cannot change it unless you reset the WK-1-C to
factory default.

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WK-1
In Access Point Mode, the WK-1-C broadcasts both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz signals to stations that
support 802.11 ac.
Access Point Mode
Smartphone
Panel
Laptop
Laptop
Tablet
Ethernet Cable
Description of Operating Modes
In WDS Bridge Mode, you can connect the WK-1-C to a client by its Ethernet port. The WK-1-C will
receive the wireless signal from an access point and send the signal, through its Ethernet port, to
the client. A separate WK-1-C must be in WDS Root Access Point mode for this setting to operate.
WDS Bridge Mode
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WK-1
Laptop
Ethernet Cable
Ethernet Cable

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WDS Repeater Mode can be used to connect two WK-1-C access points wirelessly and extend your
wireless network coverage. A separate WK-1-C must be in WDS Root Access Point mode for this
setting to operate.
WDS Repeater Mode
Refer to the user manual for information on the other operating modes.
WK-1
WK-1
Laptop
Ethernet Cable
The next tab over is the Security Settings. You can change the SSID and security settings for 2.4
GHz and 5 GHz.
Step 3: Security Proles
This security is known to be the most secure and is compatible with all the latest devices.
Note: The device/client you are working with factors into its security types. For example, older
laptops or phones do not support WPA2 security. Also, some devices only accept a certain security
type. You may want to reference your device specications.

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The most secure and common mode is WPA2-PSK.
This setting is known to be the most secure and is compatible with all the latest devices.
In this section, you can change the SSID name by applying the security prole that was set up in
step 4. By default, the SSID is Pakedge2.4-1 and Pakedge5-1. You will have the option to change
the name and add security proles by selecting the options from the drop-down menu.
Step 4: Conguration
NOTE: When choosing the security settings, consider your client devices. Older laptops or phones
do not support WPA2 security. Also, some devices are only compatible with certain security types.
You may want to reference your device specications.

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This will allow you to set up a guest network. Please see manual for further details.
Guest Network

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