Pakedge NK-1 User manual

NK-1
Wireless Controller with BakPak
User Guide

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Introduction
The popularity and affordability of IP networking has driven audio/video and control networks to
share the same physical wiring with computer networks. However, computer data can tolerate
unpredictable latency in ways that audio-video streaming and control systems cannot.
Sophisticated systems require the same robustness as an enterprise network to ensure that IP-
based controls occur instantly and audio/video packets arrive in time.
Note: If this is your first time installing this product, please read this manual in its entirety.
Customer Service and Technical Support
Pakedge is committed to providing you with exceptional support on all of our products. If you
wish to speak with one of our representatives, you may contact us at:
Customer Service
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]
Technical Support
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Visit our website for up-to-date support information at www.pakedge.com.
Please be prepared to provide your product's model and serial number when contacting Pakedge
Support. Your model and serial numbers are printed on a label located on the electronic housing.

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Contents
Introduction....................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Customer Service and Technical Support...................................................................................................... 2
Contents ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Overview.............................................................................................................................................................................................4
Preparing to install the controller ..........................................................................................................................................4
Installation..........................................................................................................................................................................................4
Configuring the NK-1 through your network router............................................................................................. 5
Configuring the NK-1 directly using a computer.................................................................................................... 5
Running the wizard ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
NK-1 Home screen..........................................................................................................................................................................9
Managing the network............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Using the Wireless Controller application ....................................................................................................................... 10
Using the Wireless Controller Dashboard .................................................................................................................11
Using AP status widgets .........................................................................................................................................11
Using the Client(s) view..........................................................................................................................................12
Setting up WiFi.......................................................................................................................................................................12
Setting up WiFi for access points......................................................................................................................12
Viewing AP group configurations .....................................................................................................................15
Creating a new AP group configuration ........................................................................................................16
Changing NK-1 system settings .....................................................................................................................................18
Changing login credentials....................................................................................................................................18
Performing NK-1 maintenance.............................................................................................................................19
Updating system firmware....................................................................................................................................19
Viewing and updating license information ................................................................................................. 20
Updating AP firmware........................................................................................................................................... 20
Using advanced WiFi settings........................................................................................................................................21
Planning AP deployment........................................................................................................................................21
Scheduling WiFi availability.................................................................................................................................23
Setting up MAC filtering ....................................................................................................................................... 24
Running a site survey............................................................................................................................................. 24
Changing administration settings....................................................................................................................................... 26
Changing NK-1 system settings ................................................................................................................................... 26
Updating system firmware..............................................................................................................................................27

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Overview
The front panel of the NK-1 has a pair of blue LEDs (HDD and PWR).
See the table below for more information.
Label
Function
Description
HDD
Hard drive activity
When lit, the hard drive is in use
PWR
Power indicator light
When lit, indicates that unit has power
Physical cabling (power, Ethernet, console) is located on the rear panel.
The table below describes each port and its function.
Name
Description
AC Connector
AC110~260V
Power Switch
Provides power to the NK-1
USB
Maintenance
LAN
MDI/MDIX RJ45 interface for connection to the LAN
Maintenance
A Port for maintenance purposes
Console
Local management,115200bps, RJ45 interface
Preparing to install the controller
Installing a wireless controller is similar to installing a network switch. Installing the associated
APs, however, is more complex, so add your APs to the network before logging in to your NK-1
for the first time, and refer to “Planning AP deployment” on page 21.
Tools required:
•Phillips screwdriver (if using rack-mount brackets)
•PC or laptop with Ethernet interface and a web browser (an integrated DB-9 port or USB-
to-Serial adapter may be necessary if you would like to use the console interface)
•Ethernet cable
Installation
•If mounting in a standard 19" AV rack, attach the rack-mount brackets. If not rack-
mounting, make sure that the NK-1 is physically mounted near power and network
connections (for example, a backbone switch or firewall/router).

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Configuring the NK-1 through your network router
If you are using a router that has an internal IP scheme of 192.168.1.x, then you can connect the
controller to an available port on your router or network switch and run the wizard.
1. Connect the controller to power and press the power switch on the rear panel.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your router to the NK-1.
3. From a computer connected to this network, open any web browser (Mozilla Firefox
recommended).
4. Go to Step 4 under “Configuring the NK-1 directly using a computer” below.
Configuring the NK-1 directly using a computer
If your router is using an IP scheme other than 192.168.1.xor you want to configure the NK-1
directly using a computer, you can configure the NK-1 directly.
To configure the NK-1 directly using a computer:
1. Connect the controller to power and press the power switch on the rear panel.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your computer to the NK-1.
3. Configure the computer with a static IP address of 192.168.1.10 and subnet mask of
255.255.255.0, then open any web browser (Mozilla Firefox is preferred).
4. In the web browser, enter the NK-1's default IP address (192.168.1.240) into the
address bar and press Enter. A webpage appears, prompting you for a username and
password.
5. Enter pakedge as the username and pakedgen for the default password, then click
Login to log in to the web administration portal.

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6. After you have logged into the controller, you will see the Home screen.
Important: The first time you log in, the Setup Wizard starts. Go to “Running the
wizard” on page 7.
7. Click Settings, or click the Home screen’s Settings icon.
8. Enter the correct IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS information, then
click Save. You can now run the wizard to configure your wireless network.

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Running the wizard
The wizard will discover, manage, and configure your wireless access points, making it a quick
and easy way to set up your wireless network. Note: The wizard must be completed to gain
access to the main controller interface. After completing the wizard for the first time, the option
to run the wizard again will not be available until the system is restored to factory defaults.
To run the wizard:
1. Log in to the NK-1.
The first time you log in, the Setup Wizard starts and displays the number of APs (wireless
access points) it has discovered. Notes: You will not be able to access the Wireless
Controller Dashboard until this wizard is completed. AP Discovery must discover at least
one AP before you continue with the Setup Wizard.
2. If the number of discovered APs does not match the number of APs that are actually
installed, click Continue Discovery to give it time to discover the additional APs. When
you are satisfied with the AP count, go to Step 3.
3. Click Continue Wizard. The wizard’s Welcome screen opens.
4. Click Next. Here you can set up your controller name and IP address, as well as subnet
mask, gateway, and time zone.

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5. To change your login credentials (strongly recommended), click Edit Password or Edit
Security Questions.
6. Click Next. Here you can edit each AP’s location, view each serial number, IP address,
MAC address, channel, and power setting, and select APs for firmware updates.
7. To update an AP’s firmware, select its circle on the right side of the table.
8. Click Next. Here you can set up multiple security profiles for your APs and set up each
radio band’s SSID configuration.
9. Click Complete to finish the wizard and apply the new settings to all connected access
points.
The Wireless Controller Dashboard opens, where you can view CPU and memory usage
and a list of the types of APs installed.
Note: The wizard is disabled after it has completed setup. To run the wizard again, you
must restore the NK-1 to its factory default settings, then log back in to the controller. To
do this, go to the Wireless Controller Dashboard, click System Settings at the top of the
page, click System Settings in the menu that opens, then click Restore Defaults.

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NK-1 Home screen
The Home screen is your jumping-off point for cloud-based network management, wireless
controller setup, NK-1 device settings, and NK-1 firmware management.
System summary—This small table gives you at-a-glance information for the NK-1’s uptime, MAC
address, IP address, and serial number.
Management Agent—This takes you to the BakPak login for full, cloud-based network
management, which allows you to view, configure, and even reboot attached network devices.
Wireless Controller—This takes you to the wireless controller components:
The Dashboard shows widgets for CPU usage, memory usage, AP status, and number of
connected clients. With Clients selected, the Dashboard shows each connected AP’s
settings, and you can give each a descriptive device name.
WiFi Setup lets you select Access Points to view and change each detected AP’s
settings. It also lets you select Configuration to view system configurations and view and
change user configurations.
System Settings lets you view and change NK-1 system settings (including login
credentials and maintenance tasks). Clicking Access Point Settings displays the number
of valid licenses, a list of APs that are controlled by the NK-1, and firmware update status
for each.
Advanced helps you plan your AP deployment, create AP scheduling, set up MAC
filtering, and run a site survey.
Settings—This takes you to your NK-1 device settings page, where you can change the NK-1’s
setup (including IP address and subnet mask) and your login credentials.
Firmware Management—This takes you to a screen where you can update your NK-1’s firmware,
if necessary.

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Restart and Shutdown—Click these to restart or power off the NK-1.
Tip: For quick info about a screen’s settings, click the “information” button. This helpful button
is available in most screens throughout the interface.
Managing the network
The BakPak cloud-based network management system (included) allows you to monitor,
configure, and manage the network and network-connected devices in all of your customers’
sites, all from a single dashboard.
To access BakPak:
1. From the NK-1 Home screen, click Management Agent.
If this is your first time accessing BakPak, the Management Agent Registration screen
opens. If you’ve already set up BakPak with your NK-1 controller, you are brought to
BakPak’s Dashboard.
2. In the Management Agent Registration screen, click Register to BakPak, then follow the
on-screen instructions to set up your account.
3. Refer to the BakPak Cloud Management System User Guide for complete BakPak
instructions.
Using the Wireless Controller
application
In addition to settings configured during the wizard’s setup, you can configure the entire WiFi
network from this application.
To access WiFi settings:
1. From the NK-1’s Home screen, click Wireless Controller.