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NETGEAR WAX218 Installation Manual
Brand:
NETGEAR
| Category:
Wireless Access Point
| Size: 3.27 MB
Table of Contents
Package contents
Overview
Step 1. Connect the WAX218
Step 2. Join the default WiFi network
Step 3. Log in to the local browser UI
Other setup methods
Support and Community
Regulatory and Legal
Mounting options
Mount to a solid wall
Mount to a T-bar
Mount to a solid ceiling
Documents / Resources
References
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NETGEAR WAX218 User Manual (152 pages)
WiFi 6 AX1800/AX3600 Dual Band PoE/PoE+ Access Points
Brand:
NETGEAR
| Category:
Wireless Access Point
| Size: 2.42 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1 Introduction
7
Unique Features for each Model
8
Additional Documentation
8
Safety Instructions and Warnings for an Indoor Access Point
9
Chapter 2 Hardware Overview Model WAX214
11
Unpack Model WAX214
12
Top Panel with Leds for Model WAX214
12
Hardware Interfaces Model WAX214
13
Label Model WAX214
15
Chapter 3 Hardware Overview Model WAX218
16
Unpack Model WAX218
17
Top Panel with Leds for Model WAX218
17
Hardware Interfaces Model WAX218
18
Label Model WAX218
20
Chapter 4 Installation and Initial Log-In
21
Set up the Access Point in Your Network
22
Set up the Access Point with a Poe or Poe+ Network Connection
22
Set up the Access Point with a Non-Poe Network Connection
24
Initial Log-In Process
26
Connect Directly to the Access Point over Wifi and Log in for the First Time
26
Connect to the Access Point over the LAN and Log in for the First Time
29
When to Use Aplogin.net and When to Use the Assigned IP Address
32
Find the IP Address of the Access Point
33
Find the IP Address of the Access Point with the NETGEAR Insight Mobile App
34
Log in to the Access Point after You Complete the Initial Log-In Process
35
Change the Language
36
Join a Wifi Network on the Access Point
37
Chapter 5 Manage the Wired Network Settings
39
Specify a Static Ipv4 Address
40
Specify a Link-Local Ipv6 Address
41
Reenable the DHCP Client of the Access Point
42
Manage the STP Settings
43
Chapter 6 Manage the Basic Radio and Wifi Settings
46
Change the Device Name
47
Change the Country and Region of Operation
48
Configure a Wifi Network that Is Open or Secured with WPA2 or WAP3 Personal Security
49
Configure a Wifi Network that Is Secured with WPA2 or WAP3 Enterprise Security
53
Configure a Guest Network on an SSID
57
2.4 Ghz Management SSID
58
Change the Passphrase for the 2.4 Ghz Management SSID
59
Disable the Idle Time-Out for the 2.4 Ghz Management SSID
60
Disable the 2.4 Ghz Management SSID
61
Chapter 7 Manage the Advanced Wifi and Radio Settings
63
Manage the Channel High Throughput Mode
64
Manage the Channel or Channels
65
Manage the Radio Transmit Power
67
Change the Minimum Bit Rate
68
Manage Client Limits
70
Manage the Multicast and Unicast Streams to Wifi Clients
71
Scan for Neighboring Access Points and Wifi Routers
72
Manage the 802.11Ax Mode for the 2.4 Ghz Radio
74
Set up a Wifi On/Off Schedule for an SSID
75
Set up Band Steering for an SSID
77
Set up a RADIUS Accounting Server
79
Configure Network Access Server Settings
80
Configure Traffic Shaping
82
Set up a MAC Filter for an SSID
84
Manually Block a Wifi Client or Connection from an SSID
86
Change the DHCP Server Settings for Guest Wifi Networks
87
Chapter 8 Maintain the Access Point
89
Upgrade the Firmware
90
Reboot the Access Point from the Local Browser UI
91
Schedule the Access Point to Reboot
92
Back up or Restore the Configuration File
93
Back up the Access Point Configuration Settings
93
Restore the Access Point Configuration Settings
94
Reset the Access Point to Factory Default Settings
95
Manage the Date and Time Settings
97
Snmpv1, Snmpv2, and Snmpv3
98
Enable Snmpv1 and Snmpv2 and Manage the Settings
99
Enable Snmpv3 and Manage the Settings
100
Logs
102
View and Manage the System Log
102
Set up a Remote Log Server
104
Set up Email Alerts
105
Change the Local Device Password
107
Specify an Existing Management VLAN
108
Control the Leds
109
Chapter 9 Monitor the Access Point and Its Network Connections
111
Display the Access Point Device, Memory, LAN, and Wifi Status Information
112
Display the Wifi Connections
116
Display the CPU, SSID, and LAN Traffic Loads
118
Chapter 10 Perform Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
120
Send a Ping
121
Send a Traceroute Request
122
Send a Name Server Lookup Request
123
Perform a Speed Test
124
Quick Tips for Wifi Troubleshooting
125
Troubleshoot with the Leds
126
Power LED Remains off
127
Ghz WLAN LED, 5 Ghz WLAN LED, or both WLAN Leds Are off
128
LAN LED Is off in a Setup with a Power Adapter
128
Troubleshoot the Wifi Connectivity
129
A Wifi Device Cannot Connect to the Access Point
129
You Cannot Connect over the 2.4 Ghz Management SSID
130
Troubleshoot Internet Browsing
131
You Cannot Log in to the Access Point over a LAN Connection
132
Changes Are Not Saved in the Local Browser UI
133
Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping Utility of Your Computer or Mobile Device
133
Test the LAN Path from a Windows-Based Computer to the Access Point
133
Test the Path from a Windows-Based Computer to a Remote Device
134
Appendix A Factory Default Settings and Technical Specifications
136
Factory Default Settings
137
Technical Specifications
139
Appendix B Mount Model WAX214 to a Wall or Ceiling
141
Mount Model WAX214 to a Wall
142
Mount Model WAX214 to a Solid Ceiling
143
Mount Model WAX214 to a T-Bar
145
Appendix C Mount Model WAX218 to a Wall or Ceiling
147
Mount Model WAX218 to a Wall
148
Mount Model WAX218 to a Solid Ceiling
149
Mount Model WAX218 to a T-Bar
151
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