Silex technology AP-800AX User manual

Industrial Access Point
AP-800AX
User's Manual

Copyright© 2023 Silex Technology, Inc. All rights reserved.
WA107720XA

Index
1. Introduction................................................................................ 1
1-1. Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................2
1-1-1. About the Notation .....................................................................................................................2
1-1-2. Disclaimers .....................................................................................................................................2
1-1-3. Trademarks .....................................................................................................................................2
1-1-4. Glossary ...........................................................................................................................................3
1-2. Safety Instructions ...............................................................................................................................4
1-3. Notes on Usage.....................................................................................................................................8
1-3-1. Use of Radio Waves......................................................................................................................8
1-3-2. Notes on Security...................................................................................................................... 10
1-3-3. Standards Compliance ............................................................................................................11
2. About AP-800AX ....................................................................... 15
2-1. Features.................................................................................................................................................16
2-2. Parts and Functions ..........................................................................................................................19
2-3. Specications......................................................................................................................................24
2-3-1. Hardware Specications.........................................................................................................24
2-3-2. Software Specications...........................................................................................................26
2-4. Conguration Utility......................................................................................................................... 27
2-4-1. AMC Manager®...........................................................................................................................27
2-4-2. Mesh Monitor ............................................................................................................................. 29
2-5. Power Supply......................................................................................................................................30
2-6. DFS Function....................................................................................................................................... 32
3. How to Congure...................................................................... 33
3-1. Conguration Methods................................................................................................................... 34
3-2. Conguration Using AP-800AX's Web Page ............................................................................ 35
3-2-1. AP-800AX Web Page ................................................................................................................35
3-2-2. Displaying the AP-800AX's Web Page................................................................................35
Displaying Web Page Using Conguration Mode ................................................................. 36

Displaying Web Page Using Network Connection................................................................ 40
Displaying Web Page by Smart Wireless Setup ......................................................................44
3-2-3. Conguration Using AP-800AX's Web Page ....................................................................49
Changing Network Settings.......................................................................................................... 52
Changing Wireless LAN Settings.................................................................................................. 56
3-3. Conguration Using AMC Manager®..........................................................................................63
3-3-1. How to Download AMC Manager® ..................................................................................... 63
3-3-2. Connecting AP-800AX and PC..............................................................................................64
3-3-3. Individual Conguration Using AMC Manager® ............................................................ 65
3-3-4. Bulk Conguration Using AMC Manager®........................................................................ 69
4. How to Connect Wireless Station Devices............................... 70
4-1. Connecting PC.................................................................................................................................... 71
4-2. Connection Using Smart Wireless Setup .................................................................................. 73
4-2-1. Checking Settings.....................................................................................................................73
4-2-2. Making a Connection Using SET Switch ...........................................................................74
4-2-3. Making a Connection Using AP-800AX's Web Page .....................................................75
5. Product Installation.................................................................. 77
5-1. Installation Methods for Stable Wireless...................................................................................78
5-2. Mounting AP-800AX to Wall.......................................................................................................... 80
5-2-1. Wall Mounting with Bracket..................................................................................................81
5-2-2. Attaching to DIN Rail ...............................................................................................................83
5-2-3. Wall Mounting with Screws...................................................................................................84
5-3. Placing AP-800AX onto Table........................................................................................................86
6. Network Expansion Using Multiple AP-800AX Units ............ 87
6-1. About AMC Mesh .............................................................................................................................. 88
6-2. Necessary Preparations................................................................................................................... 91
6-2-1. Preparing Floor Plan Image...................................................................................................91
6-2-2. Determination of Unit Locations.........................................................................................92
6-3. Establishing a Network That Changes Communication Route Automatically............94
6-3-1. RootAP Settings.........................................................................................................................94

6-3-2. Preparation for Repeater Settings.......................................................................................97
6-3-3. Repeater Settings......................................................................................................................98
6-4. Establishing a Network That Fixes Communication Route...............................................102
6-4-1. RootAP Settings.......................................................................................................................102
6-4-2. Preparation for Repeater Settings.....................................................................................105
6-4-3. Repeater Settings....................................................................................................................107
6-5. Checking Connection Status with LED....................................................................................111
6-6. What If Connection Fails? .............................................................................................................113
6-6-1. How to check the settings on station AP........................................................................113
6-6-2. How to check the settings on host AP.............................................................................115
6-7. Checking Connection Status on Web Page............................................................................118
7. Basic Functions ....................................................................... 120
7-1. IP Address Conguration Using AP-800AX as a DHCP Server.........................................121
7-1-1. DHCP Server Feature..............................................................................................................121
7-1-2. DHCP Server Function Settings .........................................................................................122
7-2. Time Settings ....................................................................................................................................124
7-2-1. Time Sync with NTP Server ..................................................................................................124
NTP Feature .......................................................................................................................................124
NTP Settings......................................................................................................................................124
7-2-2. Time Setting on Web Page...................................................................................................127
7-3. Transmission Rate Setting for Stable Communication ......................................................129
7-3-1. Investigating Transmission Rate for Stable Communication ..................................129
7-3-2. Applying Transmission Rate ................................................................................................131
Disabling the transmission rate causing a large number of failures ............................132
7-4. Network Separation Using VLAN...............................................................................................135
7-4-1. VLAN Feature ............................................................................................................................135
7-4-2. VLAN Conguration................................................................................................................136
How to check the VLAN information on network................................................................136
How to congure the VLAN setting on AP-800AX ..............................................................137
How to connect AP-800AX to a trunk port of VLAN HUB .................................................140
7-5. Device Filter Setting .......................................................................................................................141

7-5-1. MAC Address Filter Setting..................................................................................................141
Filter Type...........................................................................................................................................141
MAC Address List.............................................................................................................................142
MAC Address Filter Settings ........................................................................................................143
7-5-2. Protocol Filter Setting............................................................................................................147
7-6. IEEE 802.1X Authentication .........................................................................................................149
7-6-1. Network Conguration.........................................................................................................149
7-6-2. IEEE 802.1X Authentication .................................................................................................149
7-6-3. IEEE 802.1X Authentication Settings................................................................................150
7-7. Fast Roaming for Wireless Station Devices.............................................................................153
7-7-1. IEEE 802.11r Authentication Settings ..............................................................................153
7-8. How to Disable Smart Wireless Setup......................................................................................156
7-9. How to Filter Communication between Wireless Station Devices ................................158
7-10. Monitoring Operating Status ...................................................................................................161
7-10-1. Status Information Obtained by SNMP ........................................................................161
7-11. LED Light OFF Setting .................................................................................................................164
7-12. Login Password Setting .............................................................................................................167
8. Administrative Functions....................................................... 168
8-1. Monitoring Status for Wireless Station Devices....................................................................169
8-2. Checking the Logs ..........................................................................................................................170
8-2-1. Saving the Logs to Syslog Server.......................................................................................170
8-2-2. Downloading the Logs..........................................................................................................173
How to Download System Log...................................................................................................173
How to Download Event Log......................................................................................................175
8-3. Monitoring Communication Status by Linking to AMC Cloud.......................................176
9. Maintenance Functions.......................................................... 179
9-1. Restarting...........................................................................................................................................180
9-1-1. Manual reboot at the unit side...........................................................................................180
9-1-2. Remote restart from the Web page..................................................................................181
9-2. Updating Firmware.........................................................................................................................182

9-2-1. Downloading the Firmware ................................................................................................182
9-2-2. Updating the Firmware.........................................................................................................183
9-3. Factory Default Conguration....................................................................................................185
9-3-1. Initialization Using the RESET Switch on AP-800AX ...................................................185
9-3-2. Initialization from the Web Page .......................................................................................187
9-4. Conguration Import/Export Using Conguration File ....................................................189
9-4-1. Conguration Import/Export..............................................................................................189
9-4-2. Import/Export from Web Page...........................................................................................190
Exporting Conguration File.......................................................................................................190
Importing Conguration File ......................................................................................................191
A. List of All Settings .................................................................. 193
A-1. General Conguration...................................................................................................................194
A-1-1. Network Conguration.........................................................................................................194
A-1-2. Time Conguration ................................................................................................................196
A-2. Wireless Conguration..................................................................................................................197
A-2-1. Wireless General Conguration.........................................................................................197
A-2-2. SSID Management 5GHz......................................................................................................202
A-2-3. SSID Management 2.4GHz ..................................................................................................207
A-2-4. AMC Mesh Conguration ....................................................................................................212
A-2-5. Rate Survey ...............................................................................................................................213
A-2-6. Wireless Detail..........................................................................................................................214
Security Conguration 5GHz ......................................................................................................214
Extension Conguration 5GHz...................................................................................................215
Security Conguration 2.4GHz...................................................................................................221
Extension Conguration 2.4GHz ...............................................................................................222
Smart Wireless Setup .....................................................................................................................228
A-3. Detail Conguration ......................................................................................................................229
A-3-1. Product Conguration..........................................................................................................229
A-3-2. DHCP Server Conguration ................................................................................................230
A-3-3. VLAN Conguration...............................................................................................................231
A-3-4. SNMP Conguration..............................................................................................................232

A-3-5. Log Output................................................................................................................................233
A-3-6. Cloud Conguration..............................................................................................................234
A-4. Security...............................................................................................................................................236
A-4-1. Password Conguration.......................................................................................................236
A-4-2. Access Control .........................................................................................................................236
A-4-3. Server Certicate Create ......................................................................................................237
B. Reference Information ........................................................... 238
B-1. Upper Limit for Transmission Strength....................................................................................238
C. Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 239
C-1. Problems During the Setup.........................................................................................................240
C-2. Problems on Wireless Access Point Feature...........................................................................243
C-3. Problems for Connecting Multiple AP-800AX Units...........................................................245
C-4. Checking Troubles on the Event Logs .....................................................................................246
D. Product Information and Customer Services....................... 247
D-1. Product Information......................................................................................................................247
D-2. Customer Support Center ...........................................................................................................247

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1. Introduction
AP-800AX User's Manual
Thank you for purchasing the industrial Access Point "AP-800AX".
This manual provides information on how to congure and use AP-800AX.
Please read the 1-2. Safety Instructions carefully before using AP-800AX.
1. Introduction

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without prior written consent is expressly prohibited by law.
- The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.
- This manual was prepared to accurately match the content of each OS, but the actual
information shown on the computer monitor may dier from the content of this manual
due to future OS version upgrades, modications, and other changes.
- Although every eort was made to prepare this manual with the utmost accuracy, Silex
Technology will not be held liable for any damages as a result of errors, setting examples,
or other content.
- AMC Manager® is a registered trademark of Silex Technology, Inc.
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- Other brand or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective
owners.
1-1. Introduction
This manual uses the following symbols to indicate specic information for operating AP-
800AX.
Be sure to carefully read before using AP-800AX.
: This symbol indicates important information that needs to be observed when
operating AP-800AX. Make sure to read this information for safe and proper
use.
: This symbol indicates information that is useful when using AP-800AX. If you
experience difficulties operating AP-800AX, please refer to this information
rst.
Note
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1-1-1. About the Notation
1-1-2. Disclaimers
1-1-3. Trademarks

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1-1-4. Glossary
The following explains the technical terms used in this manual.
Terms Explanation
DFS This is a function that complies with IEEE 802.11h.
In order to avoid radio interference with C-band radar, which is mainly used
for meteorological observation, AP-800AX detects radar waves, stops radio
transmission when it is detected, and moves to another channel.
When radar waves are detected, communication of 5GHz band will be disabled
during the time regulated for each country.
Multipath A phenomenon in which a transmitted radio wave is multiplexed through
multiple routes due to reection, etc.
In an environment where radio waves are often reected, wireless communication
may not be stable due to the eects of multipath.
Conguration mode The configuration mode can be turned on by pressing the RESET switch for a
specied period of time while AP-800AX is in operation.
Web conguration interface of AP-800AX can be accessed without changing the
wired LAN network settings of the PC.
AMC Mesh This is a function of Silex Technology’s product that connects Access Points.
By connecting multiple Access Points, the distance of wireless communication
can be expanded.
The connection destination can be changed or xed depending on the wireless
LAN status.
Transmission rate Amount of data to be sent per second. Also known as data rate.
The transmission rate is selected from the data rate specified for each wireless
mode when the data is sent over wireless LAN. For IEEE 802.11n/ac/ax, the
transmission rate is dened by MCS (Modulation and Coding Scheme).
High transmission rate:
A large amount of data can be sent at once but data loss is more likely to occur.
Low transmission rate:
A limited amount of data can be sent at once but the number of data loss is
reduced.
Since a transmission rate is automatically changed depending on whether radio
waves are received or not, an unintended transmission rate may be selected.
By using the rate survey function of AP-800AX to perform a communication test
on each MCS, you can select an appropriate transmission rate.

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1-2. Safety Instructions
This page provides the safety instructions for safe use of AP-800AX.
To ensure safe and proper use, please read the following information carefully before using
AP-800AX. The safety instructions include important information on safe handling of AP-
800AX and on general safety issues.
< Indication of the warning >
Danger "Danger" indicates the existence of an imminent hazard
that could result in death or serious injury if the safety
instruction is not observed.
Warning "Warning" indicates the existence of a hazard that could
result in death or serious injury if the safety instruction is
not observed.
Caution "Caution" indicates the existence of a hazard that could
result in serious injury or material damage if the safety
instruction is not observed.
This symbol indicates the warning and notice.
( Example: "Danger of the electric shock" )
This symbol indicates the prohibited actions.
( Example: "Disassembly is prohibited" )
This symbol indicates the necessary actions.
( Example: "Remove the AC plug from an outlet" )
< Indication of the symbol >

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Warning
Product installation
Danger
Caution
* Do not use AP-800AX in areas where ammable or corrosive gases are generated.
Doing so may cause re, electric shock, or malfunction.
* Do not place any objects on top of AP-800AX. It may cause re, electrical shock or
malfunction.
* Do not cover or wrap AP-800AX with cloth such as blankets or tablecloths.
Accumulated heat may cause re, accident, or malfunction.
* Do not use or store AP-800AX under the following conditions. It may cause
malfunction.
- Locations subject to vibration or shock
- Shaky, uneven or tilted surfaces
- Locations exposed to direct sunlight
- Humid or dusty places
- Wet places (kitchen, bathroom, etc.)
- Near a heater or stove
- Locations subject to extreme changes in temperature
- Near strong electromagnetic sources (magnet, radio, wireless device, etc.)
* When installing AP-800AX on a wall or in a high place, make sure that it is securely
xed so that it will not fall due to the weight of the cables.
Safe handling
Danger
* Do not use AP-800AX with the equipment that directly aects the human life (medical
equipment such as the life support equipment and operating room equipment)
and with the system that has a significant impact on the human safety and the
maintenance of public functions (nuclear equipment, aerospace equipment, etc.).
* When using the device connected to AP-800AX, strictly observe the warnings and
cautions indicated by the manufacturer of that device, and use it in the correct
procedure. Failure to do so may result in re, electric shock, accident or malfunction.
* If your network device has a ground wire, it must be used to prevent electrocution
and power surges.

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* In the following cases, turn o the connected devices and unplug the AC plug of AP-
800AX from a power outlet. If the connected device is a PoE device, unplug the LAN
cable. Failure to follow these instructions may cause re or an electrical shock.
- When AP-800AX emits a strange smell, smoke or sound or becomes too hot to
touch.
- When foreign objects (metal, liquid, etc.) gets into AP-800AX.
- When AP-800AX is dropped or the case is broken or cracked.
Warning
* Do not move AP-800AX as long as the AC adapter is connected to. Doing so may
damage the AC adapter cable, resulting in re or electric shock.
* AP-800AX may become hot when it is in operation. Be careful when moving or
disconnecting AP-800AX.
* Do not cover up the vents on AP-800AX. The temperature inside may rise and cause
re or malfunction.
Caution
Warning
Warning
Danger
Measures for abnormal operations
Ventilation
Disassembly and modication are prohibited
* Do not disassemble or modify AP-800AX. Failure to do so may cause fire, electric
shock, or malfunction.
* Do not disassemble or modify the AC adapter (optionally available). Doing so may
cause re, electric shock, or malfunction.

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Notes on using the power supply, power cord, and AC adapter
* Be sure to use the specied power supply voltage. Using the power supply voltage
other than the specied one may cause re or electric shock.
* When using the AC adapter, do not put anything on it or cover it. Also, do not use
the AC adapter on a heat-retaining or moisture-retaining object (carpet, sponge,
cardboard, styrofoam, etc.). There is a risk of overheating, which may cause fire,
accident or malfunction.
* Do not roll up or wrap the AC cord. It may cause re or an electrical shock.
* Do not plug or unplug the AC adaptor or any other cables with wet hands. It may
cause an electrical shock or malfunction.
* Keep the cords and cables away from children. It may cause an electrical shock or
serious injury.
Warning
Caution
* When AP-800AX will not be used for an extended time, disconnect and unplug the
power cable. If the connected device is a PoE device, unplug the LAN cable.
* Be sure to use the AC adapter specied by Silex Technology. Failure to do so may
cause malfunction.
* Do not place any objects on the cable or bend, twist, or pull it excessively.
* Keep cables and power cords away from the place where people walk by. It may
cause injury if they trip over it.
* When unplugging AP-800AX, do not pull on the cord. The cord may break resulting
in re and/or electric shock. Pull only on the plug.
* Verify all cables are connected properly and safely before using AP-800AX.
* When removing AP-800AX, be sure to unplug the connected device and AP-800AX
from the outlet.
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1-3. Notes on Usage
When using AP-800AX near the medical devices
The radio wave interference may adversely affect the operation of medical devices such
as pacemakers. When using AP-800AX near the medical devices that require a high level
of safety and reliability, check with the manufacturer or distributor of each medical device
about the eects of radio waves.
A cellular phone, TV and radio use a dierent radio band than our products. Generally, if they
are used near AP-800AX, it will not cause any problems. However, when they approximate
AP-800AX, sound or image noise may occur.
Do not use AP-800AX near a cellular phone, TV or Radio
If there is reinforced concrete/metal between wireless devices, they may not connect
AP-800AX can connect through wood or glass, but may have troubles connecting through
reinforced concrete/metal.
AP-800AX complies with the certification of conformance to technical standards.
Please pay attention to the following points:
- Please do not disassemble or remodel the product. Such action is prohibited by law.
- Please do not remove the certicate label. Using the product without a label is prohibited.
- Microwave oven, industrial/scientic equipment, etc.
The above devices use the same radio frequency band as the wireless LAN. Using AP-800AX
near the above devices may cause radio wave interference. As the result, communication
may be lost, the speed may slow down, or the operation of the above devices may be
adversely aected.
Before using AP-800AX, make sure that no radio wave interference occurs. For example, if
there is a microwave oven near AP-800AX, check the proper communication beforehand
while actually using the microwave oven.
When using AP-800AX near the following devices
1-3-1. Use of Radio Waves

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DS/OF2.4 4
2.4 : Wireless devices using 2.4GHz frequency band
DS/OF : DS-SS or OFDM is used as modulation.
4 : The range of interference is equal to or lower than 40m.
: All bands can be used to avoid interference.
Wireless devices using 2.4GHz band
The same frequency band of AP-800AX is used for a microwave, industry, science, medical
equipment and licensed in room or low power (non-licensed) radio stations.
- Before you use AP-800AX, check that it does not interfere with other devices.
- If interference occurs, stop using AP-800AX or change the wireless band. Please
consider to create a wall between these devices to avoid interference. Contact us for
possible solution.
Notes on using 5GHz band
- Use of 5.2GHz band (W52) and 5.3GHz band (W53) outdoors is prohibited by the radio
regulations. Use W56 or W58 channels then.
* The meaning of the symbols in the bottom of the unit:
- The channels which can actually be used dier by country.
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Because a wireless LAN uses electromagnetic signals instead of a LAN cable to establish
communication with network devices, it has the advantage of allowing devices to connect
to the network easily. However, a disadvantage of this is that within a certain range, the
electromagnetic signals can pass through barriers such as walls, and if security countermeasures
are not implemented in some way, problems such as the following may occur.
- Communication is intercepted by a third party
- Unauthorized access to the network
- Leakage of personal information (ID and Card information)
- Spoong and the falsication of intercepted data
- System crashes and data corruption
Nowadays, wireless LAN cards or access points are equipped with security measures that
address such security problems, so that you can enable security-related settings for wireless
LAN products in order to reduce the likelihood of problems occurring.
We recommend that you make yourself fully acquainted with the possible implications
of what might happen if you use a wireless product without enabling security features,
and that you configure security-related settings and use wireless products at your own
responsibility.
1-3-2. Notes on Security

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Contains FCC ID : N6C-AP800AX
FCC Rules, Part 15 §15.19(a)(3)
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, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC Rules Part 15
FCC CAUTION
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart B §15.105(a)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart E §15.407(c)
Data transmission is always initiated by software, which is the passed down through the
MAC, through the digital and analog baseband, and nally to the RF chip. Several special
packets are initiated by the MAC. These are the only ways the digital baseband portion will
turn on the RF transmitter, which it then turns o at the end of the packet.
Therefore, the transmitter will be on only while one of the aforementioned packets is
being transmitted. In other words, this device automatically discontinue transmission in
case of either absence of information to transmit or operational failure.
Notice to US Customers
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FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart E §15.407(g)
Frequency Tolerance: +/-20 ppm
FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart C §15.247(g) / Subpart E
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart C §15.247 and Subpart E
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This
equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more
away from person’s body.
Contains IC : 4908A-AP800AX
CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3 (A)
RSS-Gen Issue §8.4
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation,
Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme
aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables
aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes :
1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Notice to Canadian Customers