TRENDnet TEW-814DAP User manual

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents............................................................................1
Product Overview ...........................................................................2
Package Contents .......................................................................................................... 2
Features ......................................................................................................................... 2
Product Hardware Features........................................................................................... 3
Basic Access Point Setup .................................................................4
Expanding a Home Network .......................................................................................... 5
Basic Installation............................................................................................................ 5
Access your access point management page....................................7
Choosing your device mode.............................................................7
Access Point (AP) Mode................................................................................................. 7
Set the device to access point mode ................................................................... 7
Using access point mode ..................................................................................... 8
Wireless Networking and Security....................................................................... 9
How to choose the type of security for your wireless network........................... 9
Secure your wireless network............................................................................ 10
Connect wireless devices to your access point.................................................. 12
Connect wireless devices using WPS ................................................................. 12
Steps to improve wireless connectivity ............................................................. 14
Multiple SSID...................................................................................................... 14
Advanced wireless settings................................................................................ 15
Wireless Bridge ............................................................................................................ 16
Access Point Mode with Wireless Bridge (WDS) ......................................................... 18
Planning for Wireless Bridging (WDS)................................................................ 20
Creating a Wireless Bridge (WDS)...................................................................... 22
Bridging additional WDS supported devices...................................................... 26
Client............................................................................................................................ 27
Set the device to client bridge mode................................................................. 28
Configure Client mode....................................................................................... 28
Link Status.......................................................................................................... 29
Wireless Range Extender (AP Repeater) ..................................................................... 30
Set the device Repeater mode .......................................................................... 31
Advanced Access Point Setup........................................................ 32
MAC Address Filters .................................................................................................... 32
User Limit..................................................................................................................... 33
Change your access point login password................................................................... 33
Change your device name ........................................................................................... 33
IPv6 Connection Settings............................................................................................. 34
Change your access point IP address........................................................................... 34
Set your date and time................................................................................................ 35
Create schedules ......................................................................................................... 36
Access Point Maintenance & Monitoring....................................... 37
Reset your Access Point to factory defaults................................................................ 37
Access Point Default Settings ...................................................................................... 37
Backup and restore your access point configuration settings..................................... 37
Reboot your access point ............................................................................................ 38
Upgrade your access point firmware .......................................................................... 38
Ping test....................................................................................................................... 39
View your access point log .......................................................................................... 39
Email logs..................................................................................................................... 40
Wireless Client List ...................................................................................................... 40
Check the access point system information ................................................................ 41
View your access point statistics ................................................................................. 42
Access Point Management Page Structure..................................... 43
Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 44
Appendix ...................................................................................... 45

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Product Overview
TEW-814DAP
Package Contents
In addition to your access point, the package includes:
•TEW-814D0AP
•Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide
•CD-ROM (User’s Guide)
•Network cable (1.5 m/5 ft.)
•Power adapter (12 V DC, 1 A)
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 high performance AC1200 Dual Band Wireless Access Point,
model TEW-814DAP, supports Access Point (AP), Client, Repeater,
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) Bridge, and WDS + AP modes. The
TEW-814DAP generates concurrent 867 Mbps Wireless AC and 300 Mbps
Wireless N networks. Embedded GREENnet technology reduces power
consumption by up to 50%.
Multi-Mode Support
Supports Access Point (AP), Client, Repeater, Wireless Distribution
System (WDS), and WDS + AP modes
One Touch Connection
Securely connect to the access point at the touch of the Wi-Fi Protected
Setup (WPS) button
Multi Language
Multi Language Interface: English, Spanish, French, German, and Russian
Logs
Real time logs and statistics help trouble shooting
Encrypted Wireless
Support for wireless encryption of up to WPA2
Multiple SSIDs
Create up to four SSIDs per wireless band
Next Generation Wireless AC
802.11ac provides uninterrupted HD video streaming in a busy connected
environment
Simultaneous Dual Band
High performance 867 Mbps Wireless AC + 300 Mbps Wireless N bands
Wireless Coverage

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Extended wireless coverage with MIMO antenna technology
Compatibility
Compatible with legacy wireless devices
Gigabit Port
Gigabit LAN port maintains high performance connections to the wired
network
Energy Savings
Embedded GREENnet technology reduces power consumption by up to
50%
IPv6
IPv6 network support
Targeted Beamforming
Increased real-time performance by directing stronger wireless signals to
your specific location
* 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. For maximum
performance of up to 867Mbps use with at least a 867MBps 802.11ac wireless clients
Product Hardware Features
Rear View
•On/Off Power Button: Press to turn the device on
•10/100/1000 Mbps LAN Port:Connect Ethernet cables (also called network cables)
from your access point to your router and wired network devices.
•Reset Button: Press and hold this button for 10 seconds to reset the access point.
•WPS Button (Wi-Fi Protected Setup): Push and hold this button for 5 seconds to
activate WPS. The Power LED will blink when WPS is activated.
Reset Button
10/100/1000 Mbps
Ethernet/LAN Port
WPS Button
On/Off Power
Button

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Front View
•Power LED: The indicator is solid green when your access point is powered on.
Otherwise if this LED indicator is off, there is no power to your access point. The
indicator will also blink when WPS is activated. The LED will stop blinking and
remain solid green automatically once WPS process is completed.
•Wireless 2.4GHz: This indicator solid green when wireless 2.4GHz is enabled and
blinks during wireless during data transmission
•Wireless 5GHz: This indicator solid green when wireless 5GHz is enabled and blinks
during wireless during data transmission
•WPS: This indicator blinks green when WPS is activated
•LAN: This indicator solid green when a wired connection is establish and blinks
during data transmission
Basic Access Point Setup
The first access point is installed near your modem/router (typically supplied by your ISP “Internet
Service Provider”) and physically connected using one of your access point’s Ethernet LAN port.
The access point is configured to create both 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless networksyour wireless
devices (TVs, game consoles, or media bridges)
Power LED
LAN LED
Wireless 2.4GHz LED
Wireless 5GHz LED
WPS LED

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Expanding a Home 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 expand a home network
The access point provides multiple modes to extend your current network.
The access point offers the following modes:
•Access Point (Default)
•WDS (also known as wireless bridge)
•Client (also known as wireless client adapter mode)
Where to find more help
In addition to this User’s Guide, you can find help below:
•http://www.trendnet.com/support (documents, downloads, and FAQs are
available from this Web page)
Basic Installation
1. Connect the power adapter to the access point and then to a power outlet. Connect
your computer to one of the access point’s LAN port. Push the ON/OFF (EU version)
switch on the TEW-814DAP to power up the access point.
2. Assign a static IP address to your computer’s network adapter in the subnet of
192.168.10.x (ex. 192.168.10.25) and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. (Please refer to
the Appendix on page 49 on how to assign static IP address to your computer)
3. Open your web browser and enter http://tew-814dap/.
Note: You can also access the device using the default IP address (192.168.10.100)
4. Enter the User Name and Password. By default
User Name: admin
Password: admin

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5. The Wizard will start. Click Launch Wireless Setup Wizard to begin.
Note: The Wizard should automatically appear. If the wizard does not appear
automatically, then click Main and then Wizard.
6. For security puposes you are required to enter a new password, verify and enter the
new password, click Next to proceed.
7. Select Access Point Mode and then click Next.
7. For added security, we have pre-encrypted each TEW-814DAP with a unique Wi-Fi
Name (SSID) and Wi-Fi Key. You can find these pre-configured settings on the labels at
the side and bottom of the TEW-814DAP. You will use this information to connect
wirelessly to the access point. To change the Wi-Fi key, please refer to Secure your
Wireless Network on page 11. If the access point is reset, the Wi-Fi Key and Wi-Fi
Name will also reset to factory defaults click Next. the side and bottom of the TEW-
814DAP. You will use this information to connect wirelessly to the access point. To
change the Wi-Fi key, please refer to Secure your Wireless Network on page 11. If the
access point is reset, the Wi-Fi Key and Wi-Fi Name will also reset to factory defaults
click Next. wirelessly to the access point. To change the Wi-Fi key, please refer to
Secure your Wireless Network
8. Please wait while the settings are being applied. Setup is complete. Connect the
access point to your router and connect your network ready devices to the access
point’s LAN port.

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Access your access point management page
Note: Your access point management page URL/domain name http://tew-814dap/or
default IP address http://192.168.10.100 is accessed through the use of your Internet
web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer®, Firefox®, Chrome™, Safari®, Opera™) and will be
referenced frequently in this User’s Guide.
If you have changed the default IP address, you will need to ensure that your computer is
configured with IP address settings in the same subnet as the as the access point in order
to access the access point management page. (Ex. Access Point IP address changed to
192.168.0.100 / 255.255.255.0, example computer address 192.168.0.25 /
255.255.255.0).
1. Open your web browser and go to URL/domain namehttp://tew-814dap/ or IP
address http://192.168.10.100. Your access point will prompt you for a user name and
password.
2. By default, the user name is admin and password is admin. You can also find the
Password on a sticker on the side of the access point and on the label on the bottom
of the access point. Enter your Username and Password, select your preferred
language, and then click Login.
Note: If you have changed the password already such as in the Setup Wizard, you
will need to login using the new password.
Default User Name: admin
Default Password: admin
Note: User Name and Password are case sensitive.
Choosing your device mode
Access Point (AP) Mode
By default, your access point functions in Access Point mode, creating a wireless
network to allow wireless client devices to connect and access your network resources
and access the Internet.
The diagram below shows your access point connected to one of your router LAN ports
and functioning in Access Point mode allowing wireless clients (ex. laptops, game
consoles, DVRs, Smart TVs, and mobile devices, etc.) to wirelessly connect to your
access point to establish network and Internet connectivity.
Set the device to access point mode
Main > Device Mode
Note: By default, the device is set to function in access point mode.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “Access your access point
management page” on page 8).
2. Click on Main, click on Device Mode.

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3. Click the Device Operation Mode drop-down list and select Access Point.
4. To save changes, click Save Settings.
Using access point mode
Wireless > Basic
1. Log into your access point management page (see “Access your access point
management page” on page 8).
2. Click on Wireless, click on Basic scroll down to Wireless Network Settings (2.4GHz or
5GHz)
3. Review the settings, click Save Settings when finished.
Wireless Network
•Mode: Select the mode you would like to set the wireless band to operate.
oAccess Point: Select this option to create a wireless network.
oWDS: Select this option to have the device establish a WDS (wireless bridge)
connection with another access point.
oWDS + AP: Select this option to create a wireless network and have the device
establish a WDS (wireless bridge) connection with another access point.
•Enable Wireless: Select from the pull down menu the schedule of when to enable
the wireless signal. Select Always for always on or click Add New to create a new
schedule.
•Wireless Name: Enter the wireless name (SSID) for your wireless network. This
acronym stands for Service Set Identifier and is the name of your wireless network.
It differentiates your wireless network from others around you. By default, the
access point’s wireless name is unique to the device. If you choose to change the
SSID, change it to a name that you can easily remember.
•802.11 Mode: Select the 802.11 mode you would like to the wireless band to
operate on.
o802.11a only: Select this option if you only have 802.11a wireless devices.
o802.11n only: Select this option if you only have 802.11n wireless devices.
oMixed 802.11n and 802.11a: Select this option if you will be using both 802.11n
and 802.11a wireless devices.
o802.11ac only: Select this option if you only have 802.11ac wireless devices.

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oMixed 802.11n and 802.11ac: Select this option if you have both 802.11n and
802.11 ac wireless clients.
oMixed 802.11ac, 802.11n and 802.11a: Default setting, select this option if you
are uncertain what your wireless devices support.
•Wireless Channel: Click the drop-down list and select the desired Channel for
wireless communication. The goal is to select the Channel that is least used by
neighboring wireless networks. Select Enable Auto Channel Scan to have the access
point select the operating channel.
•Channel Width: Select the appropriate channel width for your wireless network.
This setting only applies to 802.11n. For greater 802.11n performance, select Auto
20/40/80MHz (Options: 20MHz or 20/40MHz (Auto)). It is recommended to use the
default channel bandwidth settings.
•Visibility Status:: Select Visible to allow your wireless network to be visible or
Invisible to prevent your wireless network to be seen.
Wireless Networking and Security
How to choose the type of security for your wireless network
Setting up wireless security is very important. Leaving your wireless network open and
unsecure could expose your entire network and personal files to outsiders. TRENDnet
recommends reading through this entire section and setting up wireless security on your
new access point.
There are a few different wireless security types supported in wireless networking each
having its own characteristics which may be more suitable for your wireless network
taking into consideration compatibility, performance, as well as the security strength
along with using older wireless networking hardware (also called legacy hardware).
It is strongly recommended to enable wireless security to prevent unwanted users from
accessing your network and network resources (personal documents, media, etc.).
In general, it is recommended that you choose the security type with the highest
strength and performance supported by the wireless computers and devices in your
network. Please review the security types to determine which one you should use for
your network.
Wireless Encryption Types
•WEP: Legacy encryption method supported by older 802.11b/g hardware. This is
the oldest and least secure type of wireless encryption. It is generally not
recommended to use this encryption standard, however if you have old 802.11 b or
802.11g wireless adapters or computers with old embedded wireless cards(wireless
clients), you may have to set your access point to WEP to allow the old adapters to
connect to the access point.
Note: This encryption standard will limit connection speeds to 54Mbps.
•WPA: This encryption is significantly more robust than the WEP technology. Much
of the older 802.11g hardware was been upgraded (with firmware/driver upgrades)
to support this encryption standard. Total wireless speeds under this encryption
type however are limited to 54Mbps.
•WPA-Auto: This setting provides the access point with the ability to detect
wireless devices using either WPA or WPA2 encryption. Your wireless network will
automatically change the encryption setting based on the first wireless device
connected. For example, if the first wireless client that connects to your wireless
network uses WPA encryption your wireless network will use WPA encryption. Only
when all wireless clients disconnect to the network and a wireless client with WPA2
encryption connects your wireless network will then change to WPA2 encryption.
Note: WPA2 encryption supports 802.11n speeds and WPA encryption will limit
your connection speeds to 54Mbps
•WPA2: This is the most secure wireless encryption available today, similar to WPA
encryption but more robust. This encryption standard also supports the highest
connection speeds. TRENDnet recommends setting your access point to this
encryption standard. If you find that one of your wireless network devices does not
support WPA2 encryption, then set your access point to either WPA or WPA-Auto
encryption.
Note: Check the specifications of your wireless network adapters and wireless
appliances to verify the highest level of encryption supported. Below is brief
comparison chart of the wireless security types and the recommended
configuration depending on which type you choose for your wireless network.
Security Standard
WEP
WPA
WPA2
Compatible
Wireless
Standards
IEEE 802.11a/b/g
(802.11n devices
will operate at
802.11g to connect
using this standard)
IEEE 802.11a/b/g
(802.11n devices
will operate at
802.11g to connect
using this
standard)
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Highest
Performance Up to 54Mbps Up to 54Mbps Up to 300Mbps

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Setting
Encryption
Strength Low Medium High
Additional
Options
Open System or
Shared Key,
HEX or ASCII,
Different key sizes
TKIP or AES,
Preshared Key or
RADIUS
TKIP or AES,
Preshared Key or
RADIUS
Recommended
Configuration
Open System ASCII
13 characters
TKIP
Preshared Key
8-63 characters
AES
Preshared Key
8-63 characters
*Dependent on the maximum 802.11n data rate supported by the device (150Mbps,
300Mbps)
Secure your wireless network
Wireless > Basic
After you have determined which security type to use for your wireless network (see
“How to choose the security type for your wireless network” on page 10), you can set up
wireless security.
Note: By default, your access point is configured with a predefined wireless network
name (SSID) and security key using WPA2-Personal. The predefined wireless network
name and security can be found on the sticker on the side of the access point or on the
device label at the bottom of the access point.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “Access your access point
management page” on page 8).
2. Click on Wireless, and click on Security.
3. Under Wireless Security, click on the Security Mode drop-down list to select your
wireless security type.
Selecting WEP:
If selecting WEP-OPEN or WEP-SHARED (Wired Equivalent Privacy), please review the
WEP settings to configure and click Save Settings to save the changes.
Note: WEP encryption is available when 802.11 n-mode is set to Off, 802.11n does
not support WEP encryption. In addition, when WEP encryption is selected WPS
feature will be disabled.

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•Network Key:Select the Key number you would like to use and enter the WEP
key. This is the password or key that is used to connect your computer to this
access point wirelessly.
Selecting WPA-Personal
In the Security Mode drop-down list, select WPA-Personal; Please review the WPA-
Personal settings to configure and click Apply to save the changes.
•Security Mode: Select WPA-Personal
•WPA Mode: Select WPA2 Only, WPA Only or Auto (WPA or WPA2). It is
recommended to select WPA2 Only, but if you are not certain you can select Auto.
•Cipher Type: Select AES when using WPA2 only, TKIP when using WPA Only. You
can select TKIP and AES when using Auto (WPA or WPA2)
•Pre-Shared Key: Enter the security password. This is the password or key that is
used to connect your computer to this access point wirelessly.
Selecting WPA Enterprise:
The following section outlines options when selecting WPA (EAP or RADIUS). This
security type is also known as EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) or Remote
Authentication Dial-In User Service or RADIUS.
Note: This security type requires an external RADIUS server, Pre-Shared Key only requires
you to create a passphrase.
•Security Mode: Select WPA-Enterprise
•WPA Mode: Select WPA2 Only, WPA Only or Auto (WPA or WPA2). It is
recommended to select WPA2 Only, but if you are not certain you can select Auto.
•Cipher Type: Select AES when using WPA2 only, TKIP when using WPA Only. You
can select TKIP and AES when using Auto (WPA or WPA2)
•RADIUS Server IP Address: Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. (e.g.
192.168.10.250)
•RADIUS Port: Enter the port your RADIUS server is configured to use for RADIUS
authentication.
Note: It is recommended to use port 1812 which is typical default RADIUS port.
•RADIUS server Shared Secret:Enter the shared secret used to authorize your
access point with your RADIUS server.
WEP Key Format HEX ASCII
Character set 0-9 & A-F, a-f only Alphanumeric (a,b,C,?,*, /,1,2, etc.)
64-bit key length 10 characters 5 characters
128-bit key length 26 characters 13 characters

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Connect wireless devices to your access point
A variety of wireless network devices can connect to your wireless network such as:
Gaming Consoles
•Internet enabled TVs
•Network media players
•Smart Phones
•Wireless Laptop computers
•Wireless IP cameras
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 access point’s
wireless network.
See the “Appendix” on page 44 for general information on connecting to a wireless
network.
Connect wireless devices using WPS
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a feature that makes it easy to connect devices to your
wireless network. If your wireless devices support WPS, you can use this feature to
easily add wireless devices to your network.
Note: You will not be able to use WPS if you set the SSID Broadcast setting to Disabled or
if you are using WEP security. Please note that WPS functionality will only be available
when the Device Mode is set to Access Point mode under Main > Device Mode.
There are two methods the WPS feature can easily connect your wireless devices to
your network.
•Push Button Configuration (PBC) method
o(RECOMMENDED) Hardware Push Button method–with an external button
located physically on your access point and on your client device
oWPS Software/Virtual Push Button - located in access point management page
•PIN (Personal Identification Number) Method - located in access point management
page
Note: Refer to your wireless device documentation for details on the operation of
WPS.
Recommended Hardware Push Button (PBC) Method
Note: It is recommended that a wireless key (passphrase or password) is created
before connecting clients using the PBC method. By default your access point is
preconfigured with a wireless encryption key. If no wireless key is defined when
connecting via PBC, the access point will automatically create an encryption key
that is 64 characters long. This 64 character key will then have to be used if one has
to connect computers to the access point using the traditional connection method.
To add a wireless device to your network, simply push the WPS button on the wireless
device you are connecting (consult client device User’s Guide for length of time), then
push and hold the WPS button located on your access point for 3 seconds and release it.
The WPS LED will blink to indicate WPS has been activated on your access point. (See
“Product Hardware Features” on page 2)
For connecting additional WPS supported devices, repeat this process for each
additional device.

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PBC (Software/Virtual Push Button)
Wireless > Wi-Fi Protected Setup
In addition to the hardware push button located physically on your access point, the
access point management page also has push button which is a software or virtual push
button you can click to activate WPS on your access point.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “Access your access point
management page” on page 8).
2. Click on Wireless, and click on Wi-Fi Protected Setup.
3. To add a wireless device to your network, click the Add Wireless Device with WPS
button in the Add Wireless Station section.
4. Select PBC option and click Connect.
5. Then push the WPS button on the wireless device (consult wireless device’s User’s
Guide for length of time) you are connecting.
5. Wait for your access point to finsh the WPS process.
PIN (Personal Identification Number)
Wireless > Wi-Fi Protected Setup
If your wireless device has WPS PIN (typically an 8-digit code printed on the wireless
device product label or located in the wireless device wireless software utility), you can
use this method.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “Access your access point
management page” on page 8).
2. Click on Wireless, and click on Wi-Fi Protected Setup.
3. To add a wireless device to your network, enter the 8-digit numeric PIN number of
the wireless client device and click Add Enrollee.
4. Select PIN option and click Connect.
5. Then press the PIN activation on your wireless device (consult wireless device’s User’s
Guide for length of time) you are connecting.
6. Wait for your access point to finsh the WPS process.

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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 access point near the center of your
home, and near the ceiling, if possible.
b.Avoid placing the access point 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 access point and the wireless device, the
better.
d.Place the access point in a location away from other electronics, motors, and
fluorescent lighting.
e. Many environmental variables can affect the access point’s performance, so if
your wireless signal is weak, place the access point 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 or 802.11ac. 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,
installing additional access points or wireless extenders.
Multiple SSID
Access > Multi-SSID
The multiple SSID feature allows you to broadcast up to additional SSIDs (or wireless
network names). When wireless devices are searching for available wireless networks to
connect to, the SSIDs (or wireless network names) will appear as separate and different
wireless networks. Each SSID can be configured each with a different SSID (or wireless
network name), security type and additional settings for wireless devices to connect.
You can use the multiple SSID feature to setup guest wireless accounts with a different
security type to keep your primary wireless network security information private.
1. Log into your access point management page (see “Access your access point
management page” on page 8).
2. Click on Access, and click on Multi-SSID.
3. Click the Multi-SSID Index drop-down list and select the SSID to configure (SSID 1 is
the primary SSID).

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4. Review the settings, click Apply when finished.
•Enable SSID: Select to enable the selected wireless network/band.
•Wireless Network Name: Enter the wireless name (SSID) for your wireless network.
This acronym stands for Service Set Identifier and is the name of your wireless
network. It differentiates your wireless network from others around you
•Security Mode: Select the security type you would like to apply.
Note: To verify that the multiple SSIDs are active, using a wireless device, scan for
available wireless networks and check if the wireless device is able to discover the SSIDs.
To check connectivity, using a wireless device, connect to these SSIDs using the wireless
security types you have configured.
Advanced wireless settings
Wireless > Advanced
These settings are advanced options that can be configured to change advanced
wireless broadcast specifications. It is recommended that these settings remain set to
their default values unless you are knowledgeable about the effects of changing these
values. Changing these settings incorrectly can degrade performance.
•Transmit Power: Beacon Interval: A Select the percentage level of wireless transmit
power you would like to have the access point operate in.
Default Value: 100%
•WMM Enable: Select this option to enable WMM feature.
•Short GI: Select this option to enable Short guard interval feature.
•IGMP Snooping: Select this option to enable IGMP snooping feature.
•WLAN Partition: Select this option to disable the communication between
connected clients.
•HT20/40 Coexistence: Select enable to allow the access point to support both
20MHz and 40MHz.

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Wireless Bridge
Wireless bridging using WDS (Wireless Distribution System) allows the device to create a wireless bridge with other WDS supported wireless routers and access points configured in WDS
mode to bridge groups of network devices together wirelessly. Network enabled devices can be plugged into the Ethernet LAN port. WDS is subset option of Access Point mode.
There are 2 types of WDS modes,
•WDS:Strictly for establishing wireless bridging only and will not function in access point simultaneously, allowing wireless client devices such as computers, game consoles, mobile
phones, etc. to connect in order to access network resources from multiple groups of network devices as well as the Internet. The diagram below illustrates examples of WDS.
•WDS+AP:- Allows the device to establish wireless bridging and function as access point simultaneously, allowing wireless client devices such as computers, game consoles, mobile
phones, etc. to connect to the access point in order to access network resources from multiple groups of network devices as well as the Internet. Please refer to the section Wireless
Bridge (WDS) with Access Point (AP) Mode on page 19 for details on this mode.
Note: WDS (Wireless Distribution System) is not currently standardized and may not connect to different model wireless routers or access points, therefore, when using WDS, it is
recommended to use the same model and version for wireless bridging.

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The diagram below illustrates an example of multiple WDS wireless bridge links.

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Access Point Mode with Wireless Bridge (WDS)
Wireless bridging using WDS (Wireless Distribution System) allows the device to create a wireless bridge with other WDS supported wireless routers and access points configured in WDS
mode to bridge groups of network devices together wirelessly. Network enabled devices can be plugged into the Ethernet LAN port. WDS is subset option of Access Point mode.
There are 2 types of WDS modes,
•WDS+AP:- Allows the device to establish wireless bridging and function as access point simultaneously, allowing wireless client devices such as computers, game consoles, mobile
phones, etc. to connect to the access point in order to access network resources from multiple groups of network devices as well as the Internet. The diagrams below illustrate
examples of WDS with Access Point.
•WDS:Strictly for establishing wireless bridging only and will not function in access point simultaneously, allowing wireless client devices such as computers, game consoles, mobile
phones, etc. to connect in order to access network resources from multiple groups of network devices as well as the Internet. Please refer to the section Wireless Bridge (WDS)
Mode page 17 for details on this mode.
Note: WDS (Wireless Distribution System) is not currently standardized and may not connect to different model wireless routers or access points, therefore, when using WDS, it is
recommended to use the same model and version for wireless bridging.

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The diagram below illustrates an example of multiple WDS wireless bridge links with access point functionality.