Pakedge WX-1 User manual

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WX-1x
WX-1, WX-1-O
802.11ac Dual Band Access Point
User Guide Version 1.3

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Content
Introduction............................................................................................................................................................................................4
System Requirements.........................................................................................................................................................................5
Hardware Installation..........................................................................................................................................................................5
WX-1 Mounting Options...............................................................................................................................................................5
Using Provided Wall Mount...................................................................................................................................................6
Using Provided T-bar................................................................................................................................................................9
WX-1 In-ceiling Bracket Mounting........................................................................................................................................ 12
B-WX-1 installation with optional pre-construction bracket................................................................................. 18
Accessing WX-1 LAN/Reset................................................................................................................................................. 19
WX-1-O Installation..................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Antennas...................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Weather Proof RJ-45............................................................................................................................................................... 21
Wall Mounting........................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Pipe Mounting........................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Power Method for the WX-1x ................................................................................................................................................. 22
Power via PoE+ ........................................................................................................................................................................ 23
Power using the included power adapter ..................................................................................................................... 24
WX-1x Start Up................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Menu Options..................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Status...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Dashboard....................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
System Log...................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Network................................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
LAN..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Wireless............................................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Radio ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
Security Profiles............................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Configuration................................................................................................................................................................................. 37
Guest Network Settings............................................................................................................................................................. 38
RADIUS Server............................................................................................................................................................................... 40

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Advanced......................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Management....................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Diagnostics...................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Ping.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Traceroute....................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
SNMP ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 44
LEDs ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................................................ 47
Username/Password.................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Time Zone........................................................................................................................................................................................ 48
Firmware .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Configuration................................................................................................................................................................................. 50
Reboot.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 51
Appendix A – Specs.......................................................................................................................................................................... 52
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................. 52
RF INFORMATION........................................................................................................................................................................ 52
OPERATIONS.................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
MANAGEMENT AND SECURITY.............................................................................................................................................. 53
ENVIRONMENT............................................................................................................................................................................. 53
MECHANICAL................................................................................................................................................................................. 53
Appendix B – Accessory List.......................................................................................................................................................... 54
Appendix C – Technical Support................................................................................................................................................. 54
Appendix D – Limited Warranty .................................................................................................................................................. 55
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement ....................................................................................... 57
Industry Canada Statement........................................................................................................................................................... 58
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity................................................................................................................................... 59
UL Statement……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....62
Safety Precautions……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....62

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Pakedge WX-1x 802.11ac Dual Band Access Point.
As the central component of your wireless network, the WX-1x provides you with high-speed, high-range
wireless AC networking. The WX-1x broadcasts on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band so that select devices
can choose their preferred source of wireless internet, improving the overall stability, reliability and
performance of the wireless network.
Each band (either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz) of the WX-1x can operate in three modes:
•Access Point Mode: This is the typical configuration for most Wi-Fi networks, as shown below.
•WDS Bridge Mode:This mode is used to send wireless internet to a hardwired device when you
cannot use an Ethernet cable directly. Let’s say you have a desktop computer in an isolated
portion of an old home and can’t run a cable through the whole house to get internet to that
specific computer. When you put the WX-1x in bridge mode, it can receive a wireless signal from
an access point in root access point mode and send it to a client device through an Ethernet
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•WDS Repeater – The repeater also receives wireless signal from another access point. However,
unlike a brige access point, a repeater access point sends out Wi-Fi so that client devices can
connect to it wirelessly.
The functionality of the WX-1x changes depending on its operating mode. This manual offers both
general and mode-specific content.

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System Requirements
The minimum system requirements for the WX-1x are:
•PC or MAC book compatible with an Ethernet interface
•Operating system that supports an HTTP web browser
Hardware Installation
Note: the product is designed for specific application and must be professionally
installed by a qualified individual with RF and related knowledge.
WX-1 Mounting Options
Using the Provided Wall Mount

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A: DOUBLE-GANG ELECTRICAL BOX, WALL
B: WALL, SINGLE-GANG ELECTRICAL BOX, EUROPEAN OUTLET BOX US 4” ROUND JUNCTION BOX, US
3.5” ROUND JUNCTION BOX
Vertical mount: Secure the wall bracket to the wall anchors using the included hardware.
Horizontal mount: Line up the slots and secure the wall bracket to the wall anchors using the included
hardware.

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Line the two tabs on the top of the wall bracket with the two pockets on the back of the access point.
Slide the WAP downwards to lock it in place and secure it with a security screw.
Using the provided spacer to mount the Access Point (Optional)
In order to properly route the Ethernet cable to the unit, use the provided spacer:
1. Attached the wall bracket to the spacer.
2. Route the cable through the spacer.
3. Screw the assembled unit to the wall.

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4. Attach the rectangular feet onto WX-1.
5. Line the two tabs on the top of the Wall Bracket with the two pockets on the back of the access
point. Slide the AP downwards to lock it in place and secure with a security screw.

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Using Provided T-bar
1. Place the T-bar bracket into the slots on the back of the WAP and line up the two holes on the T-
Bar Bracket with the two mounting points on the back of the WAP. Using the supplied hardware,
mount the T-bar bracket to the WAP.

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2. Line up the T-bar brackets with the T-Bar. Press down until the T-bar brackets snap on.

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WX-1 In-Ceiling Bracket Mounting
1. Press down on the AP bracket to release the AP bracket from the push latches on the In-ceiling bracket.
2. Swing AP bracket out from In-ceiling bracket.

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3. Slide both hinge arm locks towards the inside of the In-ceiling bracket to its open position.
4. Push hinge arms towards the center of the AP bracket to release hinge pins from hinge mounting holes
on the In-ceiling bracket. While holding the hinge arms inward, slide the AP bracket out from the In-
ceiling bracket.

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5. Place WX-1 into AP bracket as shown. Secure with provided screws. Note orientation of the WX-1 LAN
Port and AP bracket.
NOTE: Install AP bracket such that the LAN/Reset/DC/Kensington Lock ports are aligned with their
respective labels on the AP bracket.
6. Using the supplied template, cut a 10 1/4” x 7 1/2” rectangle at the desired mounting location for your
WX-1. Route an in-wall Ethernet cable through the opening of In-ceiling bracket. Insert In-ceiling bracket
into ceiling/wall.

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7. 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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8. Plug Ethernet cable into WX-1. Push hinge arms towards the center of the AP bracket. While holding
the hinge arms inward, insert AP bracket/WX-1 assembly into the In-ceiling bracket. Align the hinge pins
on the hinge arms with the hinge mounting holes on the In-ceiling bracket. Once aligned, release hinge
arms. Make sure that the hinge pins are fully inserted into the hinge mounting holes and the AP
bracket/WX-1 assembly is able to swing freely.
9. Slide both hinge arm locks away from In-ceiling bracket to its closed position.

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10. Swing AP bracket/WX-1 assembly into the In-ceiling bracket until the AP bracket is secured to the two
push latches. An audible click will be heard when the AP bracket is secured to the push latch.
NOTE: Make sure hinge arm locks are in their closed position before swinging the AP bracket/WX-1
assembly into the In-ceiling bracket.

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B-WX-1 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 “pakedgedevice&software inc” logo should be facing outwards.

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Accessing WX-1 LAN/Reset
1. Press the center of the WX-1 in towards the ceiling/wall until the AP bracket has been released from the
two push latches. An audible click can be heard when the push latches are released.
2. Once the AP bracket has been released from the push latches swing the WX-1 out from the In-ceiling
bracket.

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3. Slide hinge arm locks towards the inside of the In-ceiling bracket to its open position.
4. Push hinge arms towards the center of the AP bracket to release hinge pins from hinge mounting holes
on the In-ceiling bracket. While holding the hinge arms inward, slide the AP bracket out from the In-
ceiling bracket to access LAN port and reset button.
NOTE: Please follow B-WX-1 Mounting section Step 8 ~10 to insert AP bracket/WX-1 assembly back into
the In-ceiling bracket.