Planet Networking & Communication WDAP-C7200E User manual

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All brand and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. To assure continued compliance, for example, use
only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only.

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FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In
order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity
to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation.
CE Compliance Statement
This device meets the RED 2014/53/EU requirements on the limitation of exposure of the general
public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection. The device complies with RF
specifications when it is used at a safe distance of 20 cm from your body.
Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it.
However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when
working with electrical equipment. All guidelines of this and of the computer manufacture must
therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
WEEE regulation
To avoid the potential effects on the environment and human health as a result of the
presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, end users of
electrical and electronic equipment should understand the meaning of the crossed-out
wheeled bin symbol. Do not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste and have to
collect such WEEE separately.
Revision
User Manual of PLANET 802.11ac Dual Band Ceiling-mount Wireless Access Point
Model: WDAP-C7200E
Rev: 1.0 (July, 2018)
Part No. EM-WDAP-C7200E_v1.0

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CONTENTS
Chapter 1.Product Introduction...........................................................................................................1
Package Contents...............................................................................................................11.1
Product Description............................................................................................................21.2
Product Features.................................................................................................................61.3
Product Specifications.......................................................................................................71.4
Chapter 2.Hardware Installation........................................................................................................10
Product Outlook................................................................................................................102.1
Chapter 3.Connecting to the AP........................................................................................................13
System Requirements ......................................................................................................133.1
Installing the AP ................................................................................................................133.2
Chapter 4.Quick Installation Guide ...................................................................................................15
Manual Network Setup -- TCP/IP Configuration.............................................................154.1
4.1.1 Configuring the IP Address Manually .....................................................................15
Starting Setup in the Web UI............................................................................................194.2
Chapter 5.Configuring the AP............................................................................................................20
Wizard.................................................................................................................................215.1
Gateway Mode (Router)....................................................................................................225.2
5.2.1 WAN Settings..........................................................................................................23
5.2.2 Wireless..................................................................................................................24
Repeater Mode (Universal Repeater) ..............................................................................255.3
AP Mode.............................................................................................................................295.4
Super WDS Mode (WDS Bridge in PtP/PtMP).................................................................315.5
Advanced ...........................................................................................................................345.6
5.6.1 Device Status..........................................................................................................34
5.6.2 2.4G / 5.8G Wireless ..............................................................................................37
5.6.3 Network...................................................................................................................43
5.6.4 Management...........................................................................................................44
Chapter 6.Quick Connection to a Wireless Network.......................................................................49
Windows XP (Wireless Zero Configuration)...................................................................496.1
Windows 7 (WLAN AutoConfig).......................................................................................516.2
Mac OS X 10.x....................................................................................................................546.3
iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad ...................................................................................................596.4
Appendix A: Planet Smart Discovery Utility.....................................................................................63
Appendix B: FAQs...............................................................................................................................64

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Q1: How to Set Up the AP Client Connection..........................................................................64
Q2: How to Set Up the WDS Connection .................................................................................69
Appendix B: Troubleshooting............................................................................................................74
Appendix C: Glossary.........................................................................................................................76

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FIGURE
Figure 2-1 WDAP-C7200E Triple View ................................................................................................10
Figure 2-2 WDAP-C7200E Front Panel ...............................................................................................11
Figure 2-3 WDAP-C7200E Rear Panel................................................................................................12
Figure 3-1 Fix it with the screws...........................................................................................................13
Figure 3-2 Connect the Ethernet cable ................................................................................................14
Figure 3-3 Connect the PoE injector....................................................................................................14
Figure 4-1 TCP/IP Setting....................................................................................................................16
Figure 4-2 Windows Start Menu...........................................................................................................17
Figure 4-3 Successful Result of Ping Command .................................................................................17
Figure 4-4 Failed Result of Ping Command.........................................................................................18
Figure 4-5 Login by Default IPAddress ...............................................................................................19
Figure 4-6 Login Window .....................................................................................................................19
Figure 5-1 Main Menu..........................................................................................................................20
Figure 5-2 Operation Mode..................................................................................................................21
Figure 5-3 Gateway Mode....................................................................................................................22
Figure 5-4 Gateway-Static IP..............................................................................................................23
Figure 5-5 Gateway – PPPoE (ADSL).................................................................................................23
Figure 5-6 Gateway – DHCP................................................................................................................24
Figure 5-7 Gateway – Wireless............................................................................................................24
Figure 5-8 Repeater Mode...................................................................................................................25
Figure 5-9 Repeater Mode - Scan AP..................................................................................................26
Figure 5-10 Repeater Mode - Select AP..............................................................................................27
Figure 5-11 Repeater Mode – Configure 5G Wireless.........................................................................27
Figure 5-12 AP Mode ...........................................................................................................................29
Figure 5-13 AP Mode - LAN.................................................................................................................30
Figure 5-14 Super WDS Mode.............................................................................................................32
Figure 5-15 Super WDS Mode – AP1 ..................................................................................................33
Figure 5-16 Super WDS Mode – AP2 ..................................................................................................33
Figure 5-17 Advanced..........................................................................................................................34
Figure 5-18 Status................................................................................................................................34
Figure 5-19 Wireless Status.................................................................................................................35
Figure 5-20 LAN Status........................................................................................................................36
Figure 5-21 Basic Settings...................................................................................................................38
Figure 5-22 Virtual AP ..........................................................................................................................39
Figure 5-23 Access Control - Access All ..............................................................................................40
Figure 5-24 Access Control – Allow Listed...........................................................................................40
Figure 5-25 Advanced Settings............................................................................................................41
Figure 5-26 LAN Settings.....................................................................................................................43
Figure 5-27 VLAN.................................................................................................................................43
Figure 5-28 SNMP................................................................................................................................44
Figure 5-29 System Time.....................................................................................................................44
Figure 5-30 Logs ..................................................................................................................................45

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Figure 5-31 Upgrade Firmware............................................................................................................46
Figure 5-32 System..............................................................................................................................46
Figure 5-33 User ..................................................................................................................................48
Figure 6-1 System Tray – Wireless Network Icon................................................................................49
Figure 6-2 Choosing a Wireless Network.............................................................................................49
Figure 6-3 Entering the Network Key...................................................................................................50
Figure 6-4 Choosing a Wireless Network -- Connected.......................................................................50
Figure 6-5 Network Icon.......................................................................................................................51
Figure 6-6 WLAN AutoConfig...............................................................................................................51
Figure 6-7 Typing the Network Key......................................................................................................52
Figure 6-8 Connecting to a Network ....................................................................................................52
Figure 6-9 Connected to a Network .....................................................................................................53
Figure 6-10 Mac OS – Network Icon....................................................................................................54
Figure 6-11 Highlighting and Selecting the Wireless Network .............................................................54
Figure 6-12 Enter the Password ..........................................................................................................55
Figure 6-13 Connected to the Network ................................................................................................56
Figure 6-14 System Preferences .........................................................................................................57
Figure 6-15 System Preferences -- Network........................................................................................57
Figure 6-16 Selecting the Wireless Network........................................................................................58
Figure 6-17 iPhone – Settings icon......................................................................................................59
Figure 6-18 Wi-Fi Setting .....................................................................................................................59
Figure 6-19 Wi-Fi Setting – Not Connected .........................................................................................60
Figure 6-20 Turning on Wi-Fi................................................................................................................60
Figure 6-21 iPhone -- Entering the Password......................................................................................61
Figure 6-22 iPhone -- Connected to the Network ................................................................................62

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Chapter 1. Product Introduction
Package Contents1.1
Thank you for choosing PLANET WDAP-C7200E Wireless AP. Please verify the contents inside the package
box.
Package Contents of WDAP-C7200E
WDAP-C7200E Quick Guide Ethernet Cable Mounting-Kit
If there is any item missing or damaged, please contact the seller immediately.

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Product Description1.2
Ultra-high-speed, Enterprise Wireless LAN Solution
To meet enterprise demand for wireless communication, PLANET WDAP-C7200E 1200Mbps Dual Band
802.11ac Wireless AP supports central management through PLANET AP controllers. With IEEE 802.11ac 2T2R
dual-band technology, the WDAP-C7200E provides a maximum wireless speed of 867Mbps at 5GHz and
300Mbps at 2.4GHz.
Powerful Dual-band WLAN Solution
PLANET WDAP-C7200E, adopting the IEEE 802.11ac standard, provides a high-speed transmission of power
and data, meaning two remote nodes in the 5GHz frequency band can be bridged. The 2.4GHz wireless
connection can also be used simultaneously. Furthermore, the WDAP-C7200E adopts the high-class Qualcomm
Atheros SoC (System-on-a-Chip), which provides higher stability to meet the stringent requirements of the
solution.

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Advanced Security and Rigorous Authentication
The WDAP-C7200E supports 128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK wireless encryptions, the
advanced WPA2-AES mechanism and 802.1X RADIUS authentication, which can effectively prevent
eavesdropping by unauthorized users or bandwidth occupied by unauthenticated wireless access. Furthermore,
any users are granted or denied access to the wireless LAN network based on the ACL (Access Control List)
that the administrator pre-established. For management purposes, the IEEE 802.1Q VLAN supported allows
multiple VLAN tags to be mapped to multiple SSIDs to distinguish the wireless access.
Ceiling-mount Design for Your Environment
With the standard IEEE802.3at Power over Ethernet (PoE) design, the WDAP-C7200E can be easily installed in
the areas where power outlets are not available. By supporting the standard IEEE 802.3at PoE PD power
scheme, the WDAP-C7200E can be powered and networked by a single UTP cable, effectively eliminating the
needs of dedicated electrical outlets on the ceiling and reducing the cabling cost. Furthermore, the system
administrator is able to arrange the PoE schedule of the WDAP-C7200E by working with the managed PoE
switch.

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Easy Installation and Management
With user-friendly Web UI and step-by-step Quick Setup Wizard, the WDAP-C7200E is easy to install, even for
users who never experience setting up a wireless network. Furthermore, you can simply install our software
controller, PLANET SAPC (Smart AP Control), to deliver wireless profiles to multiple APs simultaneously, thus
making the central management simple
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Extreme High Speed and Dual Band Make Wi-Fi Transmission More Powerful
The WDAP-C7200E delivers the Dual Band technology to avoid signal interference and ensure the best Wi-Fi
performance. It allows you to check e-mails and surf the Internet via the 2.4GHz band and simultaneously watch
High-Definition (HD) video or any other multimedia application via 5GHz band. Moreover, the Gigabit Ethernet
port of the WDAP-C7200E offers ultra-fast wired connections that utilize the maximum wireless bandwidth;
therefore, users will have real wireless speed over 100Mbps. With outstanding stability of high-speed wireless
transmission, the WDAP-C7200E can provide users with excellent experience in multimedia streaming with your
mobile devices anywhere, anytime.

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Multiple Operation Modes for Various Applications
WDAP-C7200E supports AP, Gateway, WDS Bridge PtP, WDS Bridge PtMP and Repeater modes, through
which it provides more flexibility for users when wireless network is established. Compared with general wireless
access points, the WDAP-C7200E offers more powerful and flexible capability for wireless clients.
Optimized Efficiency in AP Management
The brand-new GUI configuration wizard helps the system administrator easily set up the outdoor wireless AP
step by step. Besides, the built-in Wi-Fi analyzer provides real-time channel utilization to prevent channel
overlapping to assure greater performance. With the automatic transmission power mechanism, distance control
and scheduling reboot setting, the outdoor wireless AP is easier for the administrator to deploy and manage
without on-site maintenance. Moreover, you can simply use PLANET AP controller and SAPC (Smart AP
Control), to deliver wireless profiles to multiple APs simultaneously, thus making the central management
simple.

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Product Features1.3
Industrial Compliant Wireless LAN and LAN
Compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless technology
Equipped with 10/100/1000Mbps RJ45 ports, auto MDI/MDI-X supported
RF Interface Characteristics
802.11ac 2T2R MIMO architecture with data rate of up to 1200Mbps (300Mbps at 2.4GHz and
867Mbps at 5GHz)
High output power with multiply-adjustable transmit power control
Multiple Operation Modes and Wireless Features
Multiple operation modes: AP, Gateway, Repeater, WDS
WMM (Wi-Fi multimedia) provides higher priority to multimedia transmitting over wireless
Coverage threshold to limit the weak signal of clients occupying session
Real-time Wi-Fi channel analysis chart and client limit control for better performance
Secure Network Connection
Full encryption supported: 64-/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK and 802.1X
RADIUS authentication
Supports 802.1Q VLAN and SSID-to-VLAN mapping
Supports IP/Port/MAC address/URL filtering, DoS, SPI Firewall
Supports DMZ and Port forwarding
Bandwidth control per IP address to increase network stability
Easy Deployment and Management
Supports PLANET AP Controllers in AP mode
Easy discovery by PLANET Smart Discovery
Self-healing mechanism through system auto reboot setting
System status monitoring through remote Syslog Server
Supports PLANET DDNS/ Easy DDNS

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Product Specifications1.4
Product WDAP-C7200E
1200Mbps 802.11ac Dual Band Ceiling-mount Wireless Access Point
Hardware Specifications
Interfaces LAN 2 x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 port
Auto-negotiation and Auto MDI/MDI-X
Antennas
Gain: 4 x Internal 5dBi antenna (2.4G x2, 5G x2)
Reset Button Reset button on the rear side (Press over 15 seconds to reset the device to factory
default)
LED Indicators
SYS, 2.4G, 5G
Dimensions (W x D x H)
198 x 32.9 x 198mm
Weight
498 ±5g
Power Requirements 48V 0.5A, IEEE 802.3at PoE+ or
12V DC, 1.5A
Power Consumption
< 20W
Mounting
Ceiling Mount
Wireless Interface Specifications
Standard
IEEE 802.11ac
IEEE 802.11n
IEEE 802.11a
IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11g
IEEE 802.11i
IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T
IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX
IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T
IEEE 802.3x flow control
Media Access Control CSMA/CA
Data Modulation
802.11ac: OFDM (BPSK / QPSK / 16QAM / 64QAM / 256QAM)
802.11a/g/n: OFDM (BPSK / QPSK / 16QAM / 64QAM)
802.11b: DSSS (DBPSK / DQPSK / CCK)
Band Mode
2.4G / 5G concurrent mode
Frequency Range
2.4GHz :
FCC: 2.412~2.462GHz
ETSI: 2.412~2.472GHz
5GHz :
FCC: 5.180~5.240GHz, 5.745~5.825GHz
ETSI: 5.180~5.700GHz
Operating Channels
FCC: 36, 40, 44, 48, 149, 153, 157, 161, 165 (9 Channels)
ETSI: 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 100, 104, 108,
112, 116, 132, 136, 140 (16
Channels)
5GHz channel list will vary in different countries according to their regulations.
Max. Transmit Power
FCC: up to 29 ± 1dBm

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(dBm)
ETSI: < 20dBm (EIRP)
Receive Sensitivity
Network Mode Data Rate Receive Sensitivity (dBm)
2.4GHz
802.11b 1Mbps -99
11Mbps -92
802.11g 6Mbps -95
54Mbps -82
802.11n HT20 MCS0/MCS8 -95
MCS7/MCS15 -77
802.11n HT40 MCS0/MCS8 -93
MCS7/MCS15 -75
5GHz
802.11a 6Mbps -92
54Mbps -75
802.11n HT20 MCS0/MCS8 -91
MCS7/MCS15 -72
802.11n HT40 MCS0/MCS8 -88
MCS7/MCS15 -70
802.11ac VHT20 MCS0 -92
MCS8 -70
802.11ac VHT40 MCS0 -89
MCS9 -65
802.11ac VHT80 MCS0 -87
MCS9 -61
Software Features
LAN Static IP
Supports IP-MAC binding
WAN
Static IP
Dynamic IP
PPPoE
Wireless Mode
Access Point
Gateway
Repeater
WDS (PtP/PtMP)
Channel Width 20MHz, 40MHz, 80MHz
Encryption Security 64-/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, 802.1X
Wireless Security Enable/Disable SSID Broadcast

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Wireless MAC address filtering
User Isolation
Max. SSIDs
4
Max. Clients
64 per radio (50 is suggested, depending on usage)
Max. WDS Peers
4
Wireless QoS Supports Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM)
Wireless Advanced
WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia): 802.11e Wireless QoS
Multiple SSID: up to 4 at 2.4GHz and 5GHz, respectively
Wireless Isolation: Enables to isolate each connected wireless client
from
communicating with each other
Provides Wireless Statistics
Wireless Advanced
Auto Channel Selection
5-level Transmit Power Control (100%, 75%, 50%, 25%, 12.5%)
Client Limit Control, Coverage Threshold
Wi-Fi channel analysis chart
Status Monitoring
Device status, Wireless client List
PLANET Smart Discovery
DHCP client table
System Log supports remote syslog server
VLAN IEEE 802.1Q VLAN (VID: 3~4094)
SSID-to-VLAN mapping up to 4 SSIDs
Self-healing Supports auto reboot settings per day/hour
Management
Remote management through PLANET DDNS/ Easy DDNS
Configuration backup and restore
Supports UPnP
Supports IGMP Proxy
Supports PPTP/L2TP/IPSec VPN Pass-through
SNMP v1/v2c/v3 support, MIB I/II, Private MIB
Central Management[1] Applicable controllers: WAPC-500, WAPC-1000 and Smart AP Control(SAPC)
Remarks [1]: The feature will be supported through firmware/system upgrade.
Environment & Certification
Temperature Operating: 0 ~ 40 degrees C
Storage: -40 ~ 70 degrees C
Humidity Operating: 10 ~ 90% (non-condensing)
Storage: 5 ~ 90% (non-condensing)
Regulatory CE, RoHS

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Chapter 2. Hardware Installation
Product Outlook2.1
WDAP-C7200E
Dimensions:198 x 28mm
Weight: 498 ±5g
Triple View
Figure 2-1 WDAP-C7200E Triple View

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Front Panel
Figure 2-2 WDAP-C7200E Front Panel
LED Definition
LED STATUS FUNCTION
SYS On The access point is on.
Off System is operating.
2.4G
On 2.4GHz wireless LAN is initializing.
Blinking 2.4GHz wireless LAN is working.
5G On 5GHz wireless LAN is initializing.
Blinking 5GHz wireless LAN is working.

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Rear Panel
Figure 2-3 WDAP-C7200E Rear Panel
Port definition
Object Description
12V DC
12V DC port for the power adapter
LED The access point is on.
PoE
LAN port with Power over Ethernet (PoE) IN
LAN LAN port connecting to the network equipment.
Reset To restore to the factory default setting, press and hold the Reset Button for
about 15 seconds, and then release it.

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Chapter 3.Connecting to the AP
System Requirements3.1
Broadband Internet Access Service (Cable/xDSL/Ethernet connection)
One IEEE 802.3at PoE switch (supply power to the WDAP-C7200E)
PCs with a working Ethernet adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors
PCs running Windows 98/ME, NT4.0, 2000/XP, Windows Vista / Win 7, MAC OS 9 or later, Linux,
UNIX or other platforms compatible with TCP/IP protocols
1. The AP in the following instructions refers to PLANET WDAP-C7200E.
2. It is recommended to use Internet Explorer 11, Firefox or Chrome to access the AP.
Installing the AP3.2
Before installing the AP, make sure your PoE switch is connected to the Internet through the broadband service
successfully at this moment. If there is any problem, please contact your local ISP.
Please install the AP according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the power plug and keep your
hands dry.
Step 1. Take the mounting bracket, put it on the target place by aligning the holes and fix it with the supplied
screws.
Figure 3-1 Fix it with the screws