TRENDnet TEW-730APO User manual

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Contents
Product Overview ...........................................................................3
Package Contents .......................................................................................................... 3
Features......................................................................................................................... 3
Product Hardware Features.............................................................4
Application Diagram ...................................................................................................... 6
Creating a Network........................................................................................................ 6
Wireless Performance Considerations .......................................................................... 7
Getting Started ...............................................................................7
Connect wireless devices to your access point.............................................................. 9
Steps to improve wireless connectivity ......................................................................... 9
Configuration................................................................................10
Access the management page..................................................................................... 10
Device Modes ...............................................................................10
FAT AP ..........................................................................................11
AP Mode ...................................................................................................................... 12
Wireless Client Mode................................................................................................... 14
Bridge Mode ................................................................................................................ 15
AP Repeater Mode....................................................................................................... 17
Router Mode.................................................................................18
Wireless Networking and Security .................................................19
How to choose the type of security for your wireless network .................................. 19
Secure your wireless network ..................................................................................... 20
Wireless access control................................................................................................ 22
Advance Settings...........................................................................23
Change your IP address ............................................................................................... 23
Configure your Internet connection ............................................................................ 24
Setting time ................................................................................................................. 24
Advance wireless settings............................................................................................ 24
Change your login password ....................................................................................... 25
Access Control .............................................................................. 25
IP Filtering.................................................................................................................... 25
Port Filtering................................................................................................................ 26
MAC Filtering ............................................................................................................... 26
Port Forwarding........................................................................................................... 26
Open a device on your network to the Internet.......................................................... 27
DMZ......................................................................................................................... 27
Configure your log ....................................................................................................... 27
View your log............................................................................................................... 28
Ping Watchdog ............................................................................................................ 28
Remote Management.................................................................................................. 28
Upgrade Firmware....................................................................................................... 29
Backup and restore your router configuration settings .............................................. 30
Reset to factory defaults ............................................................................................. 30
Certificate configuration settings ................................................................................ 31
Device Information ...................................................................................................... 31
Associated Information ............................................................................................... 32
Statistics....................................................................................................................... 33
ARP Table..................................................................................................................... 33
Bridge Table................................................................................................................. 33
DHCP Clients ................................................................................................................ 33
Thin AP......................................................................................... 34

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Basic Setting................................................................................................................. 34
Information.................................................................................................................. 35
Virtual AC .....................................................................................35
System Setting ............................................................................................................. 36
AP Management .......................................................................................................... 37
Advance Settings...........................................................................37
Setting time ................................................................................................................. 37
Upgrade Firmware....................................................................................................... 38
Backup and restore your router configuration settings .............................................. 38
Reset to factory defaults ............................................................................................. 39
Change your login password........................................................................................ 39
Configure your log ....................................................................................................... 39
View your log ............................................................................................................... 40
Ping Tool ...................................................................................................................... 41
Device Information ...................................................................................................... 41
Wireless Users ............................................................................................................. 42
DHCP Client.................................................................................................................. 42
Configure Wireless Profile ........................................................................................... 42
Secure your wireless network ..................................................................................... 43
Wireless access control................................................................................................ 45
Virtual AC + Thin AP ......................................................................46
AP Management .......................................................................................................... 46
System Setting ............................................................................................................. 46
Advance Settings...........................................................................47
Setting time ................................................................................................................. 47
Upgrade Firmware....................................................................................................... 48
Backup and restore your router configuration settings .............................................. 48
Reset to factory defaults ............................................................................................. 49
Change your login password ....................................................................................... 49
Configure your log ....................................................................................................... 50
View your log............................................................................................................... 51
Ping Tool ...................................................................................................................... 51
Device Information ...................................................................................................... 51
Wireless Users ............................................................................................................. 52
DHCP Client.................................................................................................................. 52
Configure Wireless Profile ........................................................................................... 53
Secure your wireless network ..................................................................................... 53
Wireless access control ............................................................................................... 55
Additional hardware installation................................................... 56
Ground wire................................................................................................................. 56
Pole mounting ............................................................................................................. 56
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................57
Appendix ......................................................................................58

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Product Overview
Package Contents
In addition to the access point, the package includes:
TEW-730APO
CD-ROM (User’s Guide)
Quick Installation Guide
Poll mounting hardware
Proprietary PoE injector
Power adapter (24V, 1A)
Grounding wire
If any package contents are missing or damaged, please contact the retail store, online
retailer, or reseller/distributor from which the product was purchased.
Features
TRENDnet’s 9 dBi Outdoor PoE Access Point, model TEW-730APO, provides wireless
N300 (2.4 GHz) building-to-building connectivity. It supports Fat AP, Thin AP, Virtual
Access Control (controls compatible Thin AP devices), and Virtual AC + Thin AP modes.
Fat AP mode supports a variety of installation scenarios with Access Point (AP), WDS
Bridge, WDS Repeater, Client, and CPE + AP modes. The rugged IP55 rated TEW-730APO
comes with a proprietary PoE injector and a pole mounting kit.
Multi-Mode Support
Supports Fat AP, Thin AP, Virtual Access Control (controls compatible Thin AP devices),
and Virtual AC + Thin AP modes
Fat AP Mode
Fat AP mode supports a variety of installation scenarios with Access Point (AP), WDS
Bridge, WDS Repeater, Client, and CPE + AP modes
Thin AP Mode
Thin AP mode supports management of the TEW-730APO by another device (such as
another TEW-730APO set to Virtual Access Control) and Thin AP supports Access Point
(AP) mode
Virtual Access Control (AC) Mode
Virtual Access Control mode manages other compatible access points set to Thin AP
Wireless N300 (2.4 GHz)
Compliant with 802.11n/g/b technology (2.4 GHz spectrum) with data rates up to 300
Mbps
Directional Antenna
Built in 9 dBi directional antenna
Outdoor Rated
Durable enclosure with an IP55 outdoor weather rating
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Comes with a PoE injector (non-802.3af compliant)
Logs
Real time logs and statistics help trouble shooting

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Encrypted Wireless
Support for wireless encryption of up to WPA2
Compatibility
Compatible with 2.4 GHz legacy wireless devices
Mounting Hardware
Pole mounting hardware included
*Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical specifications. Actual
data throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference, network traffic, building
materials and other conditions.
Product Hardware Features
Access Point Side View
Diagnostic LEDs: Provides device status.
oWireless Signal: Blinks green during wireless network activity.
Green (Good), Yellow (Moderate), Red (Poor)
oLAN: Blinks green during network activity
oPower: Solid green when the device has power
Ethernet port: 1x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX port. Connect the side marked “PoE”
of PoE adapter to this port. Depending on the mode settings applied, the
Ethernet port can function as the network WAN port or LAN port. Note:To access
the Ethernet port, remove the bottom cap.
Reset button: Press and hold the reset button for 15seconds to reset the unit
back the factory default settings. Note: To access the reset button, remove the
bottom cap
Diagnostic LEDS
Reset Button
Ethernet Port

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Access Point Front View with Bottom Cap Removed
Ethernet port: 1x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX port. Connect the side marked “PoE”
of PoE adapter to this port. Depending on the mode settings applied, the
Ethernet port can function as the network WAN port or LAN port
Reset button: Press and hold the reset button for 15seconds to reset the unit
back the factory default settings.
PoE Adapter View
DC Power port: Powers up the PoE adapter.
PoE: Provides power to the access point. Connect this side to the access point
Ethernet port.
LAN: Provides network connectivity to the access point and your network.
Connect this side to your router or network.
PoE
LAN
DC Power Port
Ethernet Port
Reset Button

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Application Diagram
The access point is mounted a pole which is connected to the provided PoE adapter and
then connected to your network switch or router. Wireless signals from the access point
are broadcasted to each creating a Bridge/WDS connection, thereby providing network
connection between both networks.
Creating a Network
What is a network?
A network is a group of computers or devices that can communicate with each other. A
home network of more than one computer or device also typically includes Internet
access, which requires a router.
A typical home network may include multiple computers, a media player/server, a
printer, a modem, and a router. A large home network may also have a switch,
additional routers, access points, and many Internet-capable media devices such as TVs,
game consoles, and Internet cameras.
Modem –Connects a computer or router to the Internet or ISP (Internet Service
Provider).
Router –Connects multiple devices to the Internet.
Switch –Connect several wired network devices to your home network. Your
router has a built-in network switch (the LAN port 1-4). If you have more wired
network devices than available Ethernet ports on your router, you will need an
additional switch to add more wired connections.
How to set up a home network
1. For a network that includes Internet access, you’ll need:
Computers/devices with an Ethernet port (also called network port) or wireless
networking capabilities.
A modem and Internet service to your home, provided by your ISP (modem
typically supplied by your ISP).
A router to connect multiple devices to the Internet.
2. Make sure that your modem is working properly. Your modem is often provided by
your Internet Service Provider (ISP) when you sign up for Internet service. If your
modem is not working contact your ISP to verify functionality.
3. Set up your router. See “How to setup your router” below.
4. To connect additional wired computers or wired network devices to your network,
see “Connect additional wired devices to your network” on page 11.
5. To set up wireless networking on your router, see “Wireless Networking and Security”
on page 12.

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Wireless Performance Considerations
There are a number of factors that can impact the range of wireless devices.
1. Adjust your wireless devices so that the signal is traveling in a straight path, rather
than at an angle. The more material the signal has to pass through the more signal
you will lose.
2. Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce the
range of a wireless device. Position the wireless devices in a manner that will
minimize the amount of obstructions between them.
3. Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor
environment, try to position the wireless devices so that the signal passes through
less dense material such as dry wall. Dense materials like metal, solid wood, glass
or even furniture may block or degrade the signal.
4. Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use the
wireless adapter’s site survey tool to determine the best antenna orientation for
your wireless devices.
5. Interference from devices that produce RF (radio frequency) noise can also impact
your signal. Position your wireless devices away from anything that generates RF
noise, such as microwaves, radios and baby monitors.
6. Any device operating on the 2.4GHz frequency will cause interference. Devices such
as 2.4GHz cordless phones or other wireless remotes operating on the 2.4GHz
frequency can potentially drop the wireless signal. Although the phone may not be
in use, the base can still transmit wireless signal. Move the phone’s base station as
far away as possible from your wireless devices.
If you are still experiencing low or no signal consider repositioning the wireless devices
or installing additional access points. The use of higher gain antennas may also provide
the necessary coverage depending on the environment.
Getting Started
For a typical wireless setup at home or office when using the access point in AP mode,
please do the following:
Hardware Installation
1. Remove the bottom cap.
2. Plug a Network cable to the Ethernet port.
3. Slide the bottom cover back to the unit.

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4. Plug an Ethernet cable to the access point and plug the other end of the cable to the
side of the PoE adapter marked PoE.
5. Take another Ethernet cable and plug it on the side of the PoE adapter marked LAN,
plug the other end of the cable to your network.
6. Verify that the following LED indicators on the access point: Power (Solid Green), LAN
(Solid/Blinking Green) and WLAN (Blinking Green).
7. Open your web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, or Opera) and
go to http://192.168.10.100. The access point will prompt you for a password.
8. Enter the default user name and password and then click Login.
Default System Password: admin
9. Click the System button on the left side and then System Settings.
10. Select Fat AP in the Mode drop down menu and select the proper Country/Region.
11. Click Apply button to save your setting.
12. Once the configuration is saved. Click the Wireless button on the left side and then
Basic Settings.

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13. Select AP in the Operation Mode pull down menu.
14. Enter your desired network name (SSID) of your wireless network in the Wireless
Network Name and click Apply to save settings.
Connect wireless devices to your access point
A variety of wireless network devices can connect to your wireless network such as:
Wireless Laptop computers
Network media players
Wireless IP cameras
Smart Phones
Gaming Consoles
Internet enabled TVs
Each device may have its own software utility for searching and connecting to available
wireless networks, therefore, you must refer to the User’s Manual/Guide of your
wireless client device to determine how to search and connect to this router’s wireless
network.
See the “Appendix” on page 53 for general information on connecting to a wireless
network.
Steps to improve wireless connectivity
There are a number of factors that can impact the range of wireless devices. Follow
these tips to help improve your wireless connectivity:
1. Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce the
range of a wireless device. Position the wireless devices in a manner that will
minimize the amount of obstructions between them.
a. For the widest coverage area, install your router near the center of your home, and
near the ceiling, if possible.
b.Avoid placing the router on or near metal objects (such as file cabinets and metal
furniture), reflective surfaces (such as glass or mirrors), and masonry walls.
c. Any obstruction can weaken the wireless signal (even non-metallic objects), so the
fewer obstructions between the router and the wireless device, the better.
d.Place the router in a location away from other electronics, motors, and fluorescent
lighting.
e. Many environmental variables can affect the router’s performance, so if your
wireless signal is weak, place the router in several locations and test the signal
strength to determine the ideal position.
2. Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor
environment, try to position the wireless devices so that the signal passes through
less dense material such as dry wall. Dense materials like metal, solid wood, glass or
even furniture may block or degrade the signal.
3. Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use the
wireless adapter’s site survey tool to determine the best antenna orientation for your
wireless devices.
4. Interference from devices that produce RF (radio frequency) noise can also impact
your signal. Position your wireless devices away from anything that generates RF
noise, such as microwaves, radios and baby monitors.
If possible, upgrade wireless network interfaces (such as wireless cards in computers)
from older wireless standards to 802.11n. If a wirelessly networked device uses an older
standard, the performance of the entire wireless network may be slower. If you are still
experiencing low or no signal consider repositioning the wireless devices or installing
additional access points.