Planet Technology WDAPC7200AC 1200Mbps 802.11ac Dual Band Ceiling Mount Wireless Access Point User Manual part2

Planet Technology Corporation 1200Mbps 802.11ac Dual Band Ceiling Mount Wireless Access Point part2

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User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-62-Band Select the desired mode. Default is 2.4GHz (B+G+N). It is stronglyrecommended that you set the Band to 2.4GHz (B+G+N), and all of802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless stations can connect to theWDAP-C7200AC.2.4 GHz (B): 802.11b mode, rate is up to 11Mbps2.4 GHz (G): 802.11g mode, rate is up to 54Mbps2.4 GHz (N): 802.11n mode, rate is up to 300Mbps(2T2R)2.4 GHz (B+G): 802.11b/g mode, rate is up to 11Mbps or 54Mbps2.4 GHz (G+N): 802.11g/n mode, rate is up to 54Mbps or 300Mbps2.4 GHz (B+G+N): 802.11b/g/n mode, rate is up to 11Mbps,54Mbps, or 300MbpsMode There are four kinds of wireless mode selections:APClientWDSAP+WDSIf you select WDS or AP+WDS, please click WDS Settings submenufor the related configuration. Furthermore, click the Multiple APbutton to enable multiple SSID function.SSID The ID of the wireless network. User can access the wireless networkvia the ID only. However, if you switch to Client Mode, this fieldbecomes the SSID of the AP you want to connect with.Default: Planet AP 2.4GChannel Width You can select 20MHz, or 40MHz.Channel Number You can select the operating frequency of wireless network.Default: 11Broadcast SSID If you enable Broadcast SSID, every wireless station located withinthe coverage of the AP can discover its signal easily. If you are buildinga public wireless network, enabling this feature is recommended. Inprivate network, disabling Broadcast SSID can provide betterwireless network security.Default is Enabled.Data Rate Set the wireless data transfer rate to a certain value. Since most ofwireless devices will negotiate with each other and pick a proper datatransfer rate automatically, its not necessary to change this valueunless you know what will happen after modification.Default is Auto.Associated Clients Click the Show Active Clients button to show the status table ofactive wireless clients.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-63-Enable UniversalRepeater Mode(Acting as AP and clientsimultaneously)Universal Repeater is a technology used to extend wireless coverage.To enable Universal Repeater mode, check the box and enter theSSID you want to broadcast in the field below. Then please click“Security” submenu for the related settings of the AP you want toconnect with.Multiple-SSIDEnable multiple-SSID can broadcast multiple WLAN SSID's using virtual interfaces. You can have differentencryption settings for each WLAN and you can restrict what they have access to.Choose menu “WLAN1 (2.4GHz) Basic Settings Multiple AP” to configure the device as a generalwireless access point with multiple SSIDs.Figure 5-50 2.4GHz Wireless Basic Settings – Multiple APThe device supports up to four multiple Service Set Identifiers. You can back to the Basic Settings page toset the Primary SSID. The SSID’s factory default setting is Planet 2.4G VAP1~4 (Multiple-SSID 1~4). TheSSID can be easily changed to connect to an existing wireless network or to establish a new wirelessnetwork. When the information for the new SSID is finished, click the Apply Changes button to let yourchanges take effect.AP(Multi-SSID) ModeClientsClientsSSID-1(5G)SSID-2(2.4G)Internet WDAP-C7200ACAP Mode
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-64-Figure 5-51 2.4GHz Multiple-SSIDOnce you have applied and saved those settings, you can then go to the “WLAN1 (2.4GHz) Security”page on the AP to set up security settings for each of the SSIDs.Universal RepeaterThis mode allows the AP with its own BSS to relay data to a root AP to which it is associated with WDSdisabled. The wireless repeater relays signal between its stations and the root AP for greater wirelessrange.2. Example of how to configure Universal Repeater Mode. Please take the following steps:To configure each wireless parameter, please go to the “WLAN2 (2.4GHz) Basic Settings” page.Step 1. Configure wireless mode to “AP” and then check “Enable Universal Repeater Mode (Acting as APand client simultaneously)”. Click “Apply Changes” to take effect.2.4G5G ClientsSmart PhoneSwitchWDAP-C7200ACAPUniversal Repeater ModeInternetg/ng/na/n/aca/n/ac
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-65-Figure 5-52 2.4GHz Universal Repeater-1Step 2. Go to 2.4GHz Site Survey page to find the root AP. Select the root AP that you want to repeat the signal,and then click Next.Figure 5-53 2.4GHz Universal Repeater-2
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-66-Step 3. Select the correct encryption method and enter the security key. Then, click Connect.Figure 5-54 2.4GHz Universal Repeater-3Step 4. Check Add to Wireless Profile and click Reboot Now.Figure 5-55 2.4GHz Universal Repeater-4Step 5. Go to Management-> Status page to check whether the state of Repeater interface should beConnected.Figure 5-56 2.4GHz Universal Repeater-5
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-67-Client (Infrastructure)Combine the Wireless Router to the Ethernet devices such as TV, Game player, or HDD and DVD, to makethem be wireless stations.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-68-Figure 5-57 2.4GHz Wireless Basic Settings  ClientThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionDisable Wireless LANInterfaceCheck the box to disable the wireless function.Band Select the desired mode. Default is 2.4GHz (B+G+N). It is stronglyrecommended that you set the Band to 2.4GHz (B+G+N), and all of802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless stations can connect to theWDAP-C7200AC.2.4 GHz (B): 802.11b mode, rate is up to 11Mbps2.4 GHz (G): 802.11g mode, rate is up to 54Mbps2.4 GHz (N): 802.11n mode, rate is up to 300Mbps(2T2R)
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-69-2.4 GHz (B+G): 802.11b/g mode, rate is up to 11Mbps or 54Mbps2.4 GHz (G+N): 802.11g/n mode, rate is up to 54Mbps or 300Mbps2.4 GHz (B+G+N): 802.11b/g/n mode, rate is up to 11Mbps,54Mbps, or 300MbpsMode There are four kinds of wireless mode selections:APClientWDSAP+WDSIf you select WDS or AP+WDS, please click WDS Settings submenufor the related configuration. Furthermore, click the Multiple APbutton to enable multiple SSID function.Network Type In Infrastructure, the wireless LAN serves as a wireless station. Andthe user can use the PC equipped with the WDAP-C7200AC to accessthe wireless network via other access points. In Ad hoc, the wirelessLAN will use the Ad-hoc mode to operate.Default is Infrastructure.Note: only while the wireless mode is set to Client, then the NetworkType can be configured.SSID The ID of the wireless network. User can access the wireless networkvia the ID only. However, if you switch to Client Mode, this fieldbecomes the SSID of the AP you want to connect with.Default: Planet AP 2.4GBroadcast SSID If you enable Broadcast SSID, every wireless station located withinthe coverage of the WDAP-C7200AC can discover its signal easily. Ifyou are building a public wireless network, enabling this feature isrecommended. In private network, disabling Broadcast SSID canprovide better wireless network security.Default is Enabled.Data Rate Set the wireless data transfer rate to a certain value. Since most ofwireless devices will negotiate with each other and pick a proper datatransfer rate automatically, its not necessary to change this valueunless you know what will happen after modification.Default is Auto.Enable Mac Clone(Single Ethernet Client)Enable Mac Clone. Example of how to configure Client Mode. Please take the following steps:To configure each wireless parameter, please go to the WLAN2 (2.4GHz) Basic Settings page.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-70-Step 1. Go to WLAN2 (2.4GHz) Site Survey page and click Site Survey button.Figure 5-58 Client  Survey
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-71-Step 2. Choose the root AP from the list. If the root AP is not listed in the table, re-click Site Survey to updatethe list.Figure 5-59 Client  AP ListStep 3. Enter the Security Key of the root AP and then click Connect.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-72-Figure 5-60 Client – SecurityStep 4. Wait until the connection established. Check the “Add to Wireless Profile” option and then reboot it.Figure 5-61 Client – StatusWDSConnect this Wireless AP with up to 8 WDS-capable wireless APs to expand the scope of network.Clients ClientsSwitch SwitchWDAP-C7200AC WDAP-C7200ACWDS Bridge-PtP Mode
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-73-Figure 5-62 2.4GHz Wireless Basic Settings – WDSAP ClientsSwitchClientsSwitchClients SwitchWDAP-C7200ACAPWDS Bridge-PtMP Mode
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-74-The page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionDisable Wireless LANInterfaceCheck the box to disable the wireless function.Band Select the desired mode. Default is 2.4GHz (B+G+N). It is stronglyrecommended that you set the Band to 2.4GHz (B+G+N), and all of802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless stations can connect to theWDAP-C7200AC.2.4 GHz (B): 802.11b mode, rate is up to 11Mbps2.4 GHz (G): 802.11g mode, rate is up to 54Mbps2.4 GHz (N): 802.11n mode, rate is up to 300Mbps(2T2R)2.4 GHz (B+G): 802.11b/g mode, rate is up to 11Mbps or 54Mbps2.4 GHz (G+N): 802.11g/n mode, rate is up to 54Mbps or 300Mbps2.4 GHz (B+G+N): 802.11b/g/n mode, rate is up to 11Mbps,54Mbps, or 300MbpsMode There are four kinds of wireless mode selections:APClientWDSAP+WDSIf you select WDS or AP+WDS, please click WDS Settings submenufor the related configuration. Furthermore, click the Multiple APbutton to enable multiple SSID function.Channel Width You can select 20MHz, or 40MHzControl Sideband You can select Upper or Lower.Channel Number You can select the operating frequency of wireless network.Data Rate Set the wireless data transfer rate to a certain value. Since most ofwireless devices will negotiate with each other and pick a proper datatransfer rate automatically, its not necessary to change this valueunless you know what will happen after modification.Default is Auto.AP+ WDSConnect this Wireless AP with up to 8 WDS-capable wireless APs, and connect another AP to provideservice for all wireless stations within its coverage.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-75-Figure 5-63 2.4GHz Wireless Basic Settings – WDS+APSwitchWDS Repeater ModeClients5G WDS 2.4GAPInternetWDAP-C7200ACg/ng/na/ n/ aca/ n/ ac
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-76-The page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionDisable Wireless LANInterfaceCheck the box to disable the wireless function.Country Select your region from the pull-down list.This field specifies the region where the wireless function of the Routercan be used. It may be illegal to use the wireless function of the Routerin a region other than one of those specified in this field. If your countryor region is not listed, please contact your local government agency forassistance.Band Select the desired mode. Default is 2.4GHz (B+G+N). It is stronglyrecommended that you set the Band to 2.4GHz (B+G+N), and all of802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless stations can connect to theWDAP-C7200AC.2.4 GHz (B): 802.11b mode, rate is up to 11Mbps2.4 GHz (G): 802.11g mode, rate is up to 54Mbps2.4 GHz (N): 802.11n mode, rate is up to 300Mbps(2T2R)2.4 GHz (B+G): 802.11b/g mode, rate is up to 11Mbps or 54Mbps2.4 GHz (G+N): 802.11g/n mode, rate is up to 54Mbps or 300Mbps2.4 GHz (B+G+N): 802.11b/g/n mode, rate is up to 11Mbps,54Mbps, or 300MbpsMode There are four kinds of wireless mode selections:APClientWDSAP+WDSIf you select WDS or AP+WDS, please click WDS Settings submenufor the related configuration. Furthermore, click the Multiple APbutton to enable multiple SSID function.SSID The ID of the wireless network. User can access the wireless networkvia the ID only. However, if you switch to Client Mode, this fieldbecomes the SSID of the AP you want to connect with.Default: Planet AP 2.4GChannel Width You can select 20MHz, or 40MHzControl Sideband You can select Upper or Lower.Channel Number You can select the operating frequency of wireless network.Broadcast SSID If you enable Broadcast SSID, every wireless station located withinthe coverage of the WDAP-C7200AC can discover its signal easily. Ifyou are building a public wireless network, enabling this feature isrecommended. In private network, disabling Broadcast SSID can
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-77-provide better wireless network security.Default is Enabled.Data Rate Set the wireless data transfer rate to a certain value. Since most ofwireless devices will negotiate with each other and pick a proper datatransfer rate automatically, its not necessary to change this valueunless you know what will happen after modification.Default is Auto.Associated Clients Click the Show Active Clients button to show the status table ofactive wireless clients.Enable UniversalRepeater Mode(Acting as AP and clientsimultaneously)Universal Repeater is a technology used to extend wireless coverage.To enable Universal Repeater Mode, check the box and enter theSSID you want to broadcast in the field below. Then please clickSecurity submenu for the related settings of the AP you want toconnect with.5.4.2 Advanced SettingsChoose menu WLAN2 (2.4GHz) Advanced Settings to configure the 2.4GHz advanced settings for thewireless network on this page. After the configuration, please click the Apply button to save the settings.Figure 5-64 Wireless Advanced Settings  2.4GHz
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-78-The page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionFragment Threshold You can specify the maximum size of packet during the fragmentationof data to be transmitted. If you set this value too low, it will result inbad performance.Default is 2346.RTS Threshold When the packet size is smaller than the RTS threshold, the accesspoint will not use the RTS/CTS mechanism to send this packet.Default is 2347.Beacon Interval The interval of time that this access point broadcasts a beacon.Beacon is used to synchronize the wireless network. Default is 100.IAPP IAPP (Inter-Access Point Protocol) enabled is recommended as itdescribes an optional extension to IEEE 802.11 that provides wirelessaccess-point communications among multivendor systems.Default is Enabled.Protection It is recommended to enable the protection mechanism. Thismechanism can decrease the rate of data collision between 802.11band 802.11g wireless stations. When the protection mode is enabled,the throughput of the AP will be a little lower due to the transmission ofheavy frame traffic.Default is Disabled.Aggregation It is a function where the values of multiple rows are grouped together.Default is EnabledShort GI It is used to set the time that the receiver waits for RF reflections tosettle out before sampling data.Default is EnabledWLAN Partition This feature also called WLAN isolation or Block Relay. If this isenabled, wireless clients cannot exchange data through theWDAP-C7200AC.Default is Disabled.STBC Activate Space Time Blocking Code (STBC) which does not needchannel statement information (CSI).Default Setting: "Enabled"LDPC Low-density Parity-check Code is wireless data transmit algorithm.Default Setting: "Enabled"20/40MHz Coexist Configure 20/40MHz coexisting scheme.If you set up as "Enabled", "20MHz" and "40MHz" will coexist.Default Setting: "Disabled"
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-79-5.4.3 RF Output PowerChoose menu WLAN2 (2.4GHz) RF Output Power to adjust to different levels of transmitting power for thewireless network according to various environment on this page. After the configuration, please click the ApplyChanges button to save the settings.Figure 5-65 RF Output Power  2.4GHzRF Output Power Control provides the flexibility to control the Wi-Fi Transmit power to optimize the wirelessrange. Wi-Fi power consumption for an Access Point could be reduced to up to 75% from its peak powerconsumption for serving small to medium size homes, while boosted to maximum power for large homes andbusinesses. The WDAP-C7200AC supports output power control levels up to 5. You can change the RF outputpower level here in accordance with various environments and signal strength.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-80-5.4.4 SecurityChoose menu WLAN2 (2.4GHz) Security to configure the settings of wireless security for the wirelessnetwork on this page. After the configuration, please click the Apply Changes button to save the settings.Figure 5-66 Wireless Security Settings  2.4GHzThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionSelect SSID Select the SSID you want to configure the wireless security function, whichincludes the root one and the client one.Disable:No security setup for wireless connection.WEP:It is based on the IEEE 802.11 standard. And the default setting ofauthentication is Automatic, which can select Open System or Shared Keyauthentication type automatically based on the wireless station's capabilityand request. Furthermore, you can select Key Length and enter 10 and 26Hexadecimal digits (any combination of 0-9, a-f, A-F, zero key is notpromoted) or 5 and 13 ASCII characters in the Encryption Key field.EncryptionWPA:WPA is a medium level encryption and is supported by most wireless devicesand operating systems.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-81-WPA2:WPA2 is a high level encryption and is supported by most wireless devicesand operating systems.WPA / WPA2 / WPA-Mixed:WPA Mixed Mode allows the use of both WPA and WPA2 at the same time.Enterprise (RADIUS)When you select the authentication mode based on Enterprise (RadiusServer), please enter the IP Address,Port, and Password of the RadiusServer.Authentication ModePersonal (Pre-Shared Key)When you select the other authentication mode based on Personal(Pre-Shared Key), please enter at least 8 ASCII characters (Passphrase) or64 Hexadecimal characters. All of the Cipher Suites support TKIP and AES.802.1x Authentication Enable 802.1x authentication function and then enter the IP Address,Port,and Password of the Radius Server.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-82-5.4.5 Access ControlChoose menu WLAN2 (2.4GHz) Access Control to allow or deny the computer of specified MAC addressto connect with the WDAP-C7200AC on this page. After the configuration, please click the Apply Changesbutton to save the settings.Figure 5-67 Wireless Access Control  2.4GHzThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionWireless AccessControl ModeYou can choose to set the Allowed-List, Denied-List, or disable this function.MAC Address Enter the MAC address you want to allow or deny connection to theWDAP-C7200AC in the field.Comment You can make some comment on each MAC address on the list.Current Access ControlListYou can select some MAC addresses and click the Delete Selected button todelete it.Wireless Access Control example:To deny a PC at the MAC address of 00:30:4F:00:00:01 to connect to your wireless network, do as follows:Step 1.Select Deny from MAC Address Filter drop-down menu.Step 2. Enter 00:30:4F:00:00:01 in the MAC address box and click Add.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-83-Step 3. Click the OK button to save your settings and you can add more MAC addresses, if you like, simplyrepeat the above steps.Figure 5-68 Wireless Access Control  Deny
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-84-5.4.6 WDSWDS (Wireless Distribution System) feature can be used to extend your existing 2.4G or 5G wireless networkcoverage. Here we present you how to configure such feature in 2.4GHz, which also applies to 2.4GHz.Before configuring the WDS Setting page, you have to select the wireless mode to “WDS” on the WLAN2(2.4GHz) -> Basic Settings web page.Clients ClientsSwitch SwitchWDAP-C7200AC WDAP-C7200ACWDS Bridge-PtP ModeAP ClientsSwitchClientsSwitchClients SwitchWDAP-C7200ACAPWDS Bridge-PtMP ModeSwitchWDS Repeater ModeClients5G WDS 2.4GAPInternetWDAP-C7200ACg/ng/na/n/aca/n/ac
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-85-Figure 5-69 WDS Mode  2.4GHzChoose menu WLAN2 (2.4GHz) WDS Settings to configure WDS to connect the WDAP-C7200AC withanother AP on this page. After the configuration, please click the Apply Changes button to save the settings.Figure 5-70 WDS Settings  2.4GHz
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-86-Figure 5-71 WDS  Set SecurityThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionEnable WDS Check the box to enable the WDS function. Please select WDS orAP+WDS in the Mode of Wireless Basic Settings before you enableWDS on this page.MAC Address You can enter the MAC address of the AP you want to connect with.Data Rate Default is Auto.Comment You can make some comment for each MAC address on the list.Set Security Click the Set Security button to configure the wireless securityparameters of the AP you want to connect via WDS.Show Statics Click the Show Statics button to show the WDS AP.Current WDS AP List You can select some MAC addresses of the AP and click the DeleteSelected button to delete it.WDS feature can only be implemented between 2 wireless devices that both support theWDS feature. Plus, channel,security settings and security key must be the same onboth such devices.To encrypt your wireless network, click Set Security. For the detail of wireless security,see section 5.5.4. Do remember to reboot the device after you save your wirelesssecurity settings; otherwise, the WDS feature may not function.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-87-5.4.7 Site SurveyChoose menu WLAN2 (2.4GHz) Site Survey to scan the available local AP. If any Access Point is found,you could choose any one to connect with manually when the Client Mode is enabled.Figure 5-72 Site Survey  2.4GHz5.4.8 WPSWPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is designed to ease setup of security Wi-Fi networks and subsequently networkmanagement. This Wireless Router supports WPS features for AP mode,AP+WDS mode,Infrastructure-Client mode, and the wireless root interface of Universal Repeater mode.Simply enter a PIN code or press the software PBC button or hardware WPS button (if any) and a securewireless connection is established.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-88-PBC: If you find the WPS LED blinking for 2 minutes after you press the hardware WPS button on thedevice, it means that PBC encryption method is successfully enabled. And an authentication willbe performed between your router and the WPS/PBC-enabled wireless client device during thistime; if it succeeds, the wireless client device connects to your device, and the WPS LED turnsoff. Repeat steps mentioned above if you want to connect more wireless client devices to thedevice.PIN To use this option, you must know the PIN code from the wireless client and enter it incorresponding field on your device while using the same PIN code on client side for suchconnection.The page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionDisable WPS You can check the box to disable the WPS function.WPS Status Here you can check if the connection via WPS is established or not.Self-PIN Number It is the PIN number of the WDAP-C7200AC here.Push ButtonConfigurationClick the Start PBC to activate WPS as well in the client device within2 minutes.Client PIN Number In addition to the PBC method, you can also use the PIN method toactivate the WPS. Just enter the PIN number of the client device in thefield and click the Start PIN button.The WPS encryption can be implemented only between your Router and anotherWPS-capable device. Example of how to establish wireless connection using WPS. Please take the following steps:Step 1. Choose menu WLAN2 (2.4GHz) WPS to configure the setting for WPS. After the configuration,please click the Apply Changes button to save the settings.Step 2. Add a new device.If the wireless adapter supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can establish a wireless connection betweenwireless adapter and AP using either Push Button Configuration (PBC) method or PIN method.To build a successful connection by WPS, you should also do the corresponding configurationof the new device for WPS function.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-89-A. By Push Button Configuration (PBC)i. Click the Start PBC Button on the WPS page of the AP.Figure 5-73 WPS-PBC  2.4GHz-1Figure 5-74 WPS-PBC  2.4GHz-2ii. Press and hold the WPS Button equipped on the adapter directly for 2 or 3 seconds. Or you can clickthe WPS button with the same function in the configuration utility of the adapter. The process must befinished within 2 minutes.iii. Wait for a while until the next screen appears. Click OK to complete the WPS configuration.B. By PINIf the new device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup and the PIN method, you can add it to the network by PIN withthe following two methods.Method One: Enter the PIN of your Wireless adapter into the configuration utility of the APi. Enter the PIN code of the wireless adapter in the field behind Client PIN Number in the followingfigure and then click Start PIN.The PIN code of the adapter is always displayed on the WPS configuration screen.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-90-Figure 5-75 WPS-PIN  2.4GHz-1Figure 5-76 WPS-PIN  2.4GHz-2ii. For the configuration of the wireless adapter, please choose the option that you want to enter PINinto the AP (Enrollee) in the configuration utility of the WPS and click Next until the process finishes.Method Two: Enter the PIN of the AP into the configuration utility of your Wireless adapteri. Click the Start PBC Button on the WPS page of the AP. Get the Current PIN code of the AP in WPSpage (each AP has its unique PIN code).Figure 5-77 WPS-PIN  2.4GHz-3ii. For the configuration of the wireless adapter, please choose the option that you want to enter the PINof the AP (Registrar) in the configuration utility of the Wireless adapter and enter it into the field.Then click Next until the process finishes.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-91-5.4.9 ScheduleWireless Schedules will enable or disable your wireless access at a set time based on your predefined schedule.This feature is often used for restricting access to all users (such as children, employees and guests) duringspecific times of the day for parental control or security reasons.Choose menu WLAN2 (2.4GHz) Schedule to configure the schedule rule of enabling wireless function.After the configuration, please click the Apply Changes button to save the settings.Figure 5-78 Schedule  2.4GHz
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-92-When setting the Wireless Schedule, it is important to ensure that your System Clocksettings have been configured. If not, your Wireless Schedule will not function correctly.5.5 ManagementThis section focuses on how to maintain AP, including Restore to Factory Default Setting, Backup/Restore,Firmware Upgrade, Reboot, Password Change and Syslog.Figure 5-79 Management  Main Menu5.5.1 StatusYou can use this function to realize the instantaneous information of the Wireless AP. The Information displayedhere may vary on different configurations.Choose menu Management Status to show the current status and some basic settings of theWDAP-C7200AC.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-93-Figure 5-80 Status5.5.2 StatisticsChoose menu Management Statistics to show the packet counters for transmission and receptionregarding wireless and Ethernet network.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-94-Figure 5-81 StatisticsThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionWireless LANSent PacketsIt shows the statistic count of sent packets on the wireless LAN interface.Wireless LANReceived PacketsIt shows the statistic count of received packets on the wireless LAN interface.Ethernet WANSent PacketsIt shows the statistic count of sent packets on the Ethernet WAN interface.Ethernet WANReceived PacketsIt shows the statistic count of received packets on the Ethernet WAN interface.Refresh Click the refresh the statistic counters on the screen.5.5.3 NTP SettingsThis section assists you in setting the Wireless APs system time. You can either select to set the time and datemanually or automatically obtain the GMT time from Internet.Choose menu Management NTP Settings to configure the system time. You can also maintain the systemtime by synchronizing with a public time server over the Internet. After the configuration, please click the OKbutton to save the settings.The configured time and date settings are lost when the Wireless AP is powered off.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-95-Figure 5-82 Time Zone SettingsThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionCurrent Time Input current time manually.You can click Copy Computer Time button to copy the PCs current time tothe AP.Time Zone Select Select the time zone of the country you are currently in. The router will set itstime based on your selection.Automatically AdjustDaylight SavingSelect the time offset, if your location observes daylight saving time.Enable NTP clientupdateCheck to enable NTP update. Once this function is enabled, AP willautomatically update current time from NTP server.NTP Server User may select prefer NTP sever or input address of NTP server manually.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-96-If the AP loses power for any reason, it cannot keep its clock running, and will not havethe correct time when it is started again. To maintain correct time for schedules and logs,either you must enter the correct time after you restart the AP, or you must enable theNTP Server option.5.5.4 Schedule RebootThis page allows you to enable and configure system reboot schedule. The device can regularly rebootaccording to the reserved time when connecting to the Internet.Figure 5-83 Schedule RebootThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionSchedule RebootSetting Enable or disable the Schedule Reboot function.Reboot Time Enter the Reboot Time (24-hour format) to enable this function to take effect.Reboot Plan There are two Reboot Plans supported in the AP:Weekday: select this option to let the device reboot automatically accordingto the reserved time in one or more days of a week.Every day: select this option to let the device reboot automatically accordingto the reserved time every day.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-97-Weekday Check one or more days to let the device auto reboot on schedule.When choosing Every day as your reboot plan, the Weekday will begrayed out (disabled), which means Every day will auto reboot at the timethat you scheduled.1. This setting will only take effect when the Internet connection is accessible and the GMTtime is configured correctly.2. You must select at least one day when choosing Weekday as your reboot plan.3. When choosing Every day as your reboot plan, the Weekday will be grayed out(disabled), which means Every day will auto reboot at the time that you schedule. Example of how to configure Schedule Reboot. Please take the following steps:Before configured schedule reboots, please ensure the Internet connection is accessible and the GMT time isconfigured correctly according to NTP Settings page.Step 1.Select the Schedule Reboot Setting checkbox.Step 2. Enter the Reboot Time (24-hour format) to enable this function to take effect. For example, if you wantthis function to work at 23:00 every Sunday, choose "Weekday" in the Reboot Plan field.Figure 5-84 Schedule Reboot - ExampleStep 3. Click the Apply Changes button to take this function effect.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-98-5.5.5 LOGChoose menu Management LOG to configure the settings of system log. You can check the box of theitems you want to record it in the log. After the configuration, please click the Apply button to save the settings.Figure 5-85 System LogThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionEnable Log Check to enable log function.System all Check this option to display all the system logs.Wireless Check this option to display only the logs related to wireless module.Enable Remote Log Enable this option if you have a syslog server currently running on the LAN andwish to send log messages to it.Log Server IPAddressEnter the LAN IP address of the Syslog Server.Refresh Click this button to update the log.Clear Click this button to clear the current log.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-99-5.5.6 Upgrade FirmwareThis page allows you upgrade the Access Point firmware to new version. Please note, do not power off thedevice during the upload because it may crash the system.Choose menu Management Upgrade Firmware to upgrade the firmware of the WDAP-C7200AC. Selectthe new firmware file downloaded from the PLANET website and then click Upload button to upgrade it.Figure 5-86 Upgrade FirmwareThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionSelect File Browse and select file you want to upgrade and press Upload to performupgrade.Please wait till the related information is shown on the screen afterupgrade is finished.Do not disconnect the Wireless AP from your management PC (the PC you use toconfigure the device) or power off it during the upgrade process; otherwise, it may bepermanently damaged. The Wireless AP will restart automatically when the upgradeprocess, which takes several minutes, to complete.5.5.7 Reload SettingsChoose menu Management Reload Settings to back up or reset the configuration of the WDAP-C7200AC.Once you have configured the Wireless AP the way you want it, you can save these settings to a configurationfile on your local hard drive that can later be imported to your Wireless AP in case the device is restored tofactory default settings.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-100-Figure 5-87 Save/Reload SettingsThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionSave Settings to File Click the Save button to back up the configuration of theWDAP-C7200AC and then save the config.dat in your computer.Load Settings from File Select the configuration file of the WDAP-C7200AC and then click theUpload button to reload the configuration back into theWDAP-C7200AC.Reset Settings toDefaultClick the Reset button to reset all settings of the WDAP-C7200AC tofactory default.Factory Default Settings:User Name: adminPassword: adminIP Address: 192.168.1.253Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0Default Gateway: 192.168.1.254DHCP: Disabled5GHz SSID: Planet AP 5G2.4GHz SSID: Planet AP 2.4GWireless Security: NoneTo activate your settings, you need to reboot the Wireless AP after you reset it.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-101-5.5.8 PasswordTo ensure the Wireless APs security, you will be asked for your password when you access the Wireless APsWeb-based Utility. The default user name and password are admin. This page will allow you to add or modifythe user name and password.Choose menu Management User Management to change the user name and password which is inputtedto access the web UI of the WDAP-C7200AC.Figure 5-88 Password SetupThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionUser Name Enter user name.New Password Input password for this user.Confirmed Password Confirm password again.For the sake of security, it is highly recommended that you change default loginpassword and user name.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-102-5.5.9 LED ControlThis section allows the user to determine the router packets are talking to particular host.Figure 5-89 LED ControlThe page includes the following fields:Object DescriptionPower LED Click On or Off to turn on/off the Power LED.Position LED The LED to detect and identify the AP.1) Position LED on: the position LED is on.2) Position LED blink: the position LED blinks continuously.2) Position LED off: the position LED is off.5.5.10 LogoutTo logout the WDAP-C7200AC, please select Logout from the left-side menu.Figure 5-90 Logout
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-103-Chapter 6. Quick Connection to a Wireless NetworkIn the following sections, the default SSID of the WDAP-C7200AC is configured to default.6.1 Windows XP (Wireless Zero Configuration)Step 1: Right-click on the wireless network icon displayed in the system trayFigure 6-1 System Tray  Wireless Network IconStep 2: Select [View Available Wireless Networks]Step 3: Highlight and select the wireless network (SSID) to connect(1) Select SSID [default](2) Click the [Connect] buttonFigure 6-2 Choose a wireless network
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-104-Step 4: Enter the encryption key of the Wireless AP(1) The Wireless Network Connection box will appear(2) Enter the encryption key that is configured in section 5.3.3(3) Click the [Connect] buttonFigure 6-3 Enter the network keyStep 5: Check if Connected is displayedFigure 6-4 Choose a wireless network -- Connected
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-105-Some laptops are equipped with a Wireless ON/OFF switch for the internal wireless LAN. Makesure the hardware wireless switch is switched to ON position.6.2 Windows 7 (WLAN AutoConfig)WLAN AutoConfig service is built-in in Windows 7 that can be used to detect and connect to wireless network.This built-in wireless network connection tool is similar to wireless zero configuration tool in Windows XP.Step 1: Right-click on the network icon displayed in the system trayFigure 6-5 Network iconStep 2: Highlight and select the wireless network (SSID) to connect(1) Select SSID [default](2) Click the [Connect] buttonFigure 6-6 WLAN AutoConfig
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-106-If you will be connecting to this Wireless AP in the future, check [Connect automatically].Step 4: Enter the encryption key of the Wireless AP(1) The Connect to a Network box will appear(2) Enter the encryption key that is configured in section 5.3.3(3) Click the [OK] buttonFigure 6-7 Type the network keyFigure 6-8 Connecting to a NetworkStep 5: Check if Connected is displayed
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-107-Figure 6-9 Connected to a Network
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-108-6.3 Mac OS X 10.x.3 Mac OS X 10.xIn the following sections, the default SSID of the WDAP-C7200AC is configured to default.In the following sections, the default SSID of the WDAP-C7200AC is configured to default.Step 1: Right-click on the network icon displayed in the system trayThe AirPort Network Connection menu will appearFigure 6-10 Mac OS  Network iconStep 2: Highlight and select the wireless network (SSID) to connect(1) Select and SSID [default](2) Double-click on the selected SSIDFigure 6-11 Highlight and select the wireless networkStep 4: Enter the encryption key of the Wireless AP(1) Enter the encryption key that is configured in section 5.3.3(2) Click the [OK] button
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-109-Figure 6-12 Enter the PasswordIf you will be connecting to this Wireless AP in the future, check [Remember thisnetwork].Step 5: Check if the AirPort is connected to the selected wireless network.If Yes, then there will be a checksymbol in the front of the SSID.Figure 6-13 Connected to the Network
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-110-There is another way to configure the MAC OS X Wireless settings:Step 1: Click and open the [System Preferences]by going to Apple > System Preference or ApplicationsFigure 6-14 System PreferencesStep 2: Open Network Preference by clicking on the [Network] iconFigure 6-15 System Preferences -- Network
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-111-Step 3: Check Wi-Fi setting and select the available wireless network(1) Choose the AirPort on the left-menu (make sure it is ON)(2) Select Network Name [default] hereIf this is the first time to connect to the Wireless AP, it should show Not network selected.Figure 6-16 Select the Wireless Network
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-112-6.4 iPhone / iPod Touch / iPad.4 iPhone / iPod Touch / iPadIn the following sections, the default SSID of the WDAP-C7200AC is configured to default.In the following sections, the default SSID of the WDAP-C7200AC is configured to default.Step 1: Tap the [Settings]icon displayed in the home screenFigure 6-17 iPhone  Settings iconStep 2: Check Wi-Fi setting and select the available wireless network(3) Tap [General] \ [Network](4) Tap [Wi-Fi]If this is the first time to connect to the Wireless AP, it should show Not Connected.Figure 6-18 Wi-Fi Setting
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-113-Figure 6-19 Wi-Fi Setting  Not ConnectedStep 3: Tap the target wireless network (SSID) in Choose a Network(1) Turn on Wi-Fi by tapping Wi-Fi(2) Select SSID [default]Figure 6-20 Turn on Wi-FiStep 4: Enter the encryption key of the Wireless AP(1) The password input screen will be displayed(2) Enter the encryption key that is configured in section 5.3.3(3) Tap the [Join] button
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-114-Figure 6-21 iPhone -- Enter the PasswordStep 5: Check if the device is connected to the selected wireless network.If Yes, then there will be a checksymbol in the front of the SSID.Figure 6-22 iPhone -- Connected to the Network
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-115-Appendix A: Planet Smart Discovery UtilityTo easily list the WDAP-C7200AC in your Ethernet environment, the Planet Smart Discovery Utility from usersmanual CD-ROM is an ideal solution.The following installation instructions guide you to running the Planet Smart Discovery Utility.Step 1: Deposit the Planet Smart Discovery Utility in administrator PC.Step 2: Run this utility and the following screen appears.Step 3: Press Refreshbutton for the current connected devices in the discovery list as shown in the followingscreen:Step 3: Press Connect to Device button and then the Web login screen appears.The fields in white background can be modified directly and then you can apply the newsetting by clicking the Update Device button.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-116-Appendix B: TroubleshootingIf you find the AP is working improperly or stop responding to you, please read this troubleshooting first beforecontacting the dealer for help. Some problems can be solved by yourself within a very short time.Scenario SolutionThe AP is not responding tome when I want to access itby Web browser.a. Please check the connection of the power cord and theEthernet cable of this AP. All cords and cables should becorrectly and firmly inserted to the AP.b. If all LED on this AP is off, please check the status ofpower adapter, and make sure it is correctly powered.c. You must use the same IP address section which APuses.d. Are you using MAC or IP address filter? Try to connectthe AP by another computer and see if it works; if not,please reset the AP to the factory default settings(pressing reset button for over 7 seconds).e. Use the Smart Discovery Tool to see if you can find theAP or not.f. If you did a firmware upgrade and this happens, contactyour dealer of purchase for help.g. If all the solutions above dont work, contact the dealerfor help.I cant get connected to theInternet.a. Go to Status -> Internet Connection menu on the routerconnected to the AP, and check Internet connectionstatus.b. Please be patient, sometimes Internet is just that slow.c. If youve connected a computer to Internet directlybefore, try to do that again, and check if you can getconnected to Internet with your computer directlyattached to the device provided by your Internet serviceprovider.d. Check PPPoE / L2TP / PPTP user ID and passwordentered in the routers settings again.e. Call your Internet service provider and check if theressomething wrong with their service.f. If you just cant connect to one or more website, but youcan still use other internet services, please checkURL/Keyword filter.g. Try to reset the AP and try again later.h. Reset the device provided by your Internet serviceprovider too.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-117-i. Try to use IP address instead of host name. If you canuse IP address to communicate with a remote server,but cant use host name, please check DNS setting.I cant locate my AP by mywireless device.a. Broadcast ESSID set to off?b. Both two antennas are properly secured.c. Are you too far from your AP? Try to get closer.d. Please remember that you have to input ESSID on yourwireless client manually, if ESSID broadcast is disabled.File downloading is very slowor breaks frequently.a. Are you using QoS function? Try to disable it and tryagain.b. Internet is slow sometimes. Please be patient.c. Try to reset the AP and see if its better after that.d. Try to know what computers do on your local network. Ifsomeones transferring big files, other people will thinkInternet is really slow.e. If this never happens before, call you Internet serviceprovider to know if there is something wrong with theirnetwork.I cant log into the webmanagement interface; thepassword is wrong.a. Make sure youre connecting to the correct IP address ofthe AP!b. Password is case-sensitive. Make sure the Caps Locklight is not illuminated.c. If you really forget the password, do a hard reset.The AP becomes hot a. This is not a malfunction, if you can keep your hand onthe APs case.b. If you smell something wrong or see the smoke comingout from AP or A/C power adapter, please disconnectthe AP and power source from utility power (make sureits safe before youre doing this!), and call your dealer ofpurchase for help.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-118-Appendix C: Glossary802.11ac - 802.11ac is a wireless networking standard in the 802.11 family (which is marketed under thebrand name Wi-Fi), developed in the IEEE Standards Association process, providing high-throughputwireless local area networks (WLANs) on the 5 GHz band.802.11n - 802.11n builds upon previous 802.11 standards by adding MIMO (multiple-inputmultiple-output). MIMO uses multiple transmitter and receiver antennas to allow for increased datathroughput via spatial multiplexing and increased range by exploiting the spatial diversity, perhapsthrough coding schemes like Alamouti coding. The Enhanced Wireless Consortium (EWC) [3] wasformed to help accelerate the IEEE 802.11n development process and promote a technologyspecification for interoperability of next-generation wireless local area networking (WLAN) products.802.11a - 802.11a was an amendment to the IEEE 802.11 wireless local network specifications thatdefined requirements for an orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM) communicationsystem. It was originally designed to support wireless communication in the unlicensed nationalinformation infrastructure (U-NII) bands (in the 56 GHz frequency range) as regulated in the UnitedStates by the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 47, Section 15.407.802.11b - The 802.11b standard specifies a wireless networking at 11 Mbps using direct-sequencespread-spectrum (DSSS) technology and operating in the unlicensed radio spectrum at 2.4GHz, andWEP encryption for security. 802.11b networks are also referred to as Wi-Fi networks.802.11g - specification for wireless networking at 54 Mbps using direct-sequence spread-spectrum(DSSS) technology, using OFDM modulation and operating in the unlicensed radio spectrum at2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with IEEE 802.11b devices, and WEP encryption for security.DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) - The capability of assigning a fixed host and domain name toa dynamic Internet IP Address.DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - A protocol that automatically configure the TCP/IPparameters for the all the PC(s) that are connected to a DHCP server.DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - A Demilitarized Zone allows one local host to be exposed to the Internetfor a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming or videoconferencing.DNS (Domain Name System) - An Internet Service that translates the names of websites into IPaddresses.Domain Name - A descriptive name for an address or group of addresses on the Internet.DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - A technology that allows data to be sent or received over existingtraditional phone lines.ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-119-MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit)- The size in bytes of the largest packet that can be transmitted.NAT (Network Address Translation) - NAT technology translates IP addresses of a local area networkto a different IP address for the Internet.PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) - PPPoE is a protocol for connecting remote hosts tothe Internet over an always-on connection by simulating a dial-up connection.SSID - AService Set Identification is a thirty-two character (maximum) alphanumeric key identifying awireless local area network. For the wireless devices in a network to communicate with each other, alldevices must be configured with the same SSID. This is typically the configuration parameter for awireless PC card. It corresponds to the ESSID in the wireless Access Point and to the wireless networkname.WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - A data privacy mechanism based on a 64-bit or 128-bit or 152-bitshared key algorithm, as described in the IEEE 802.11 standard.Wi-Fi - A trade name for the 802.11b wireless networking standard, given by the Wireless EthernetCompatibility Alliance (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net), an industry standards group promotinginteroperability among 802.11b devices.WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) - A group of computers and associated devices communicatewith each other wirelessly, which network serving users are limited in a local area.
User Manual of WDAP-C7200AC-120-EC Declaration of ConformityEnglish Hereby, PLANET Technology Corporation,declares that this 11ac Wireless AP is incompliance with the essential requirements andother relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.Lietuvikai iuo PLANET Technology Corporation,, skelbia,kad 11ac Wireless AP tenkina visus svarbiausius1999/5/EC direktyvos reikalavimus ir kitas svarbiasnuostatas.esky Spole nost PLANET Technology Corporation,tímto prohlauje, e tato 11ac Wireless AP spl ujezákladní poadavky a dalí p ísluná ustanovenísm rnice 1999/5/EC.Magyar A gyártó PLANET Technology Corporation, kijelenti,hogy ez a 11ac Wireless AP megfelel az 1999/5/EKirányelv alapkövetelményeinek és a kapcsolódórendelkezéseknek.Dansk PLANET Technology Corporation, erklærerherved, at følgende udstyr 11ac Wireless APoverholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevantekrav i direktiv 1999/5/EFMalti Hawnhekk, PLANET Technology Corporation,jiddikjara li dan 11ac Wireless AP jikkonformamal- ti ijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti o rajnrelevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/ECDeutsch Hiermit erklärt PLANET Technology Corporation,dass sich dieses Gerät 11ac Wireless AP inÜbereinstimmung mit den grundlegendenAnforderungen und den anderen relevantenVorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet".(BMWi)Nederlands Hierbij verklaart , PLANET Technology orporation,dat 11ac Wireless AP in overeenstemming is met deessentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingenvan richtlijn 1999/5/EGEestikeeles Käesolevaga kinnitab PLANET TechnologyCorporation, et see 11ac Wireless AP vastabEuroopa Nõukogu direktiivi 1999/5/ECpõhinõuetele ja muudele olulistele tingimustele.Polski Niniejszym firma PLANET Technology Corporation,owiadcza, e 11ac Wireless AP spe nia wszystkieistotne wymogi i klauzule zawarte w dokumencieDirective 1999/5/EC.,PLANET TechnologyCorporation, 11ac WirelessAP 1999/5/Português PLANET Technology Corporation, declara que este11ac Wireless AP está conforme com os requisitosessenciais e outras disposições da Directiva1999/5/CE.Español Por medio de la presente, PLANET TechnologyCorporation, declara que 11ac Wireless APcumple con los requisitos esenciales ycualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables oexigibles dela Directiva 1999/5/CESlovensky Výrobca PLANET Technology Corporation, týmtodeklaruje, e táto 11ac Wireless AP je v súlade sozákladnými poiadavkami a alími relevantnýmipredpismi smernice 1999/5/EC.Français Par la présente, PLANET TechnologyCorporation, déclare que les appareils du 11acWireless AP sont conformes aux exigencesessentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentesde la directive 1999/5/CESlovenskoPLANET Technology Corporation,s tem potrjuje,da je ta 11ac Wireless AP skladen/a z osnovnimizahtevami in ustreznimi dolo ili Direktive 1999/5/EC.Italiano Con la presente , PLANET TechnologyCorporation, dichiara che questo 11ac WirelessAP è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altredisposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva1999/5/CE.Suomi PLANET Technology Corporation, vakuuttaa tätenettä 11ac Wireless AP tyyppinen laite on direktiivin1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskeviendirektiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.Latviski Ar oPLANET Technology Corporation,apliecina, ka 11ac Wireless AP atbilstDirekt vas 1999/5/EK pamatpras b m un citiematbilstoiem noteikumiem.Svenska Härmed intygar, PLANET Technology Corporation,att denna 11ac Wireless AP står i överensstämmelsemed de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övrigarelevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv1999/5/EG.

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