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Pakedge WX-1 User Manual

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802.11ac Dual Band Access Point
User Guide Version 1.3

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  • Page 1 WX-1x WX-1, WX-1-O 802.11ac Dual Band Access Point User Guide Version 1.3...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WX-1 Mounting Options ................................5 Using Provided Wall Mount ..............................6 Using Provided T-bar ................................9 WX-1 In-ceiling Bracket Mounting ............................12 B-WX-1 installation with optional pre-construction bracket ................. 18 Accessing WX-1 LAN/Reset ..............................19 WX-1-O Installation ..................................21 Antennas ...................................... 21 Weather Proof RJ-45 ................................
  • Page 3 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Advanced ......................................41 Management ....................................... 43 Diagnostics ...................................... 43 Ping ........................................43 Traceroute ....................................... 44 SNMP ........................................ 44 LEDs ........................................46 Maintenance ......................................47 Username/Password..................................47 Time Zone......................................48 Firmware ......................................49 Configuration ....................................50 Reboot ......................................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Pakedge WX-1x 802.11ac Dual Band Access Point. As the central component of your wireless network, the WX-1x provides you with high-speed, high-range wireless AC networking. The WX-1x broadcasts on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band so that select devices can choose their preferred source of wireless internet, improving the overall stability, reliability and performance of the wireless network.
  • Page 5 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 WDS Repeater – The repeater also receives wireless signal from another access point. However, • unlike a brige access point, a repeater access point sends out Wi-Fi so that client devices can connect to it wirelessly. The functionality of the WX-1x changes depending on its operating mode.

  • Page 6: System Requirements

    Operating system that supports an HTTP web browser • Hardware Installation Note: the product is designed for specific application and must be professionally installed by a qualified individual with RF and related knowledge. WX-1 Mounting Options Using the Provided Wall Mount...
  • Page 7 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 A: DOUBLE-GANG ELECTRICAL BOX, WALL B: WALL, SINGLE-GANG ELECTRICAL BOX, EUROPEAN OUTLET BOX US 4” ROUND JUNCTION BOX, US 3.5” ROUND JUNCTION BOX Vertical mount: Secure the wall bracket to the wall anchors using the included hardware. Horizontal mount: Line up the slots and secure the wall bracket to the wall anchors using the included hardware.
  • Page 8 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Line the two tabs on the top of the wall bracket with the two pockets on the back of the access point. Slide the WAP downwards to lock it in place and secure it with a security screw. Using the provided spacer to mount the Access Point (Optional) In order to properly route the Ethernet cable to the unit, use the provided spacer: 1.
  • Page 9 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 4. Attach the rectangular feet onto WX-1. 5. Line the two tabs on the top of the Wall Bracket with the two pockets on the back of the access point. Slide the AP downwards to lock it in place and secure with a security screw.

  • Page 10: Using Provided T-Bar

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Using Provided T-bar 1. Place the T-bar bracket into the slots on the back of the WAP and line up the two holes on the T- Bar Bracket with the two mounting points on the back of the WAP. Using the supplied hardware, mount the T-bar bracket to the WAP.
  • Page 11 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 2. Line up the T-bar brackets with the T-Bar. Press down until the T-bar brackets snap on.

  • Page 12: Wx-1 In-Ceiling Bracket Mounting

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 WX-1 In-Ceiling Bracket Mounting 1. Press down on the AP bracket to release the AP bracket from the push latches on the In-ceiling bracket. 2. Swing AP bracket out from In-ceiling bracket.
  • Page 13 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 3. Slide both hinge arm locks towards the inside of the In-ceiling bracket to its open position. 4. Push hinge arms towards the center of the AP bracket to release hinge pins from hinge mounting holes on the In-ceiling bracket.
  • Page 14 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 5. Place WX-1 into AP bracket as shown. Secure with provided screws. Note orientation of the WX-1 LAN Port and AP bracket. NOTE: Install AP bracket such that the LAN/Reset/DC/Kensington Lock ports are aligned with their respective labels on the AP bracket.
  • Page 15 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 7. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the mounting ears. Use a clockwise rotation. NOTE: Do not use excessive force when tightening the mounting-ears. This can strip the mounting ears and render them non-functional.
  • Page 16 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 8. Plug Ethernet cable into WX-1. Push hinge arms towards the center of the AP bracket. While holding the hinge arms inward, insert AP bracket/WX-1 assembly into the In-ceiling bracket. Align the hinge pins on the hinge arms with the hinge mounting holes on the In-ceiling bracket. Once aligned, release hinge arms.
  • Page 17 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 10. Swing AP bracket/WX-1 assembly into the In-ceiling bracket until the AP bracket is secured to the two push latches. An audible click will be heard when the AP bracket is secured to the push latch.

  • Page 18: B-Wx-1 Installation With Optional Pre-Construction Bracket

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 B-WX-1 installation with optional pre-construction bracket Pre-construction bracket sold separately. 1. Place the pre-construction bracket against the bottom of the ceiling studs at the desired mounting location. 2. Mark locations for mounting screws. Drill 1/16” pilot holes at marked locations. Secure pre-construction bracket to ceiling studs using the provided hardware.

  • Page 19: Accessing Wx-1 Lan/Reset

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Accessing WX-1 LAN/Reset 1. Press the center of the WX-1 in towards the ceiling/wall until the AP bracket has been released from the two push latches. An audible click can be heard when the push latches are released.
  • Page 20 In-ceiling bracket. While holding the hinge arms inward, slide the AP bracket out from the In- ceiling bracket to access LAN port and reset button. NOTE: Please follow B-WX-1 Mounting section Step 8 ~10 to insert AP bracket/WX-1 assembly back into the In-ceiling bracket.

  • Page 21: Wx-1-O Installation

    1. Place the unit in an appropriate place using the mounting kit. 2. Run an Ethernet cable to the device and plug one end into the WX-1-O access point. 3. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into a PoE+ injector or PoE+ Switch.

  • Page 22: Wall Mounting

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Wall Mounting Pipe Mounting...

  • Page 23: Power Method For The Wx-1X

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Power Method for the WX-1x The diagrams below show using a PoE+ injector or a PoE+ switch to power the WX-1x. Note: the product must be powered by 802.3at - compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE+) injector or switch Power via PoE+ Injector...

  • Page 24: Power Using The Included Power Adapter

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Power via PoE+ Switch Power using the included power adapter...
  • Page 25 WDS Bridge. When shipped from the factory, the WX-1x is set to Access Point mode. The default IP address of the WX-1x is 192.168.1.250 and username/password of pakedge/pakedgea. In order to log into the WX-1x, you must first configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook. Follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 26: Wx-1X Start Up

    To configure the WX-1x through a web browser, type the IP address of the WX-1x (default 192.168.1.250) and press Enter. NOTE: Make sure the WX-1 and your computer are configured on the same subnet. To configure the IP address of your computer, follow the steps in the previous section.
  • Page 27 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 The WX-1x login dialog appears. In the username box, type pakedge. In the password box, type pakedgea and click Login. The WX-1x main menu appears (see figure below). The main menu displays the current status of WX-1x and general information such as the IP address, subnet mask, and MAC addresses.

  • Page 28: Menu Options

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Menu Options The navigation bar on the top of the window comes with 4 options: Status: Shows the dashboard and logs of the WX-1x access point. The dashboard is the default • page that comes up when you log into the WX-1x GUI. Network: User can make changes to the network settings, such as the LAN, wireless settings, and •...

  • Page 29: Dashboard

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Dashboard The Dashboard is the default landing page of the access point. You can also access this page by hovering over the Status icon and clicking Dashboard. This page displays the MAC and IP addresses, operation mode, WLAN information, SSIDs and connected clients.

  • Page 30: System Log

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 System Log The System Log page has an activity log that can be used by Pakedge Technical Support for troubleshooting purposes. System log buffer size: Maximum value of the buffer is 10240 KB (10MB), which is also the •...

  • Page 31: Network

    Hover over the Network icon and click LAN. This page displays the LAN settings for the WX-1. To configure the IP address of your WX-1, you can configure the WX-1 with a static IP address or obtain an IP address automatically by using a DHCP client.
  • Page 32 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 IP Network Setting: If your WX-1 is connected to a DHCP server (such as a router), choose • “Obtain an IP address automatically”. Your WX-1 will be assigned an IP address from the DHCP pool (Not recommended).

  • Page 33: Wireless

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Wireless Radio Hover over Network and click on Wireless, you will be directed to the Radio configuration page under the Radio tab. Country Code: Selecting your country is required for proper functionality of this device and may be •...
  • Page 34 40MHz channel width on the 2.4GHz radio, channel 6 would bleed into channels 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, and 10. Channel – Using the default setting (Auto), the WX-1 automatically selects the channel with best • performance for the wireless network. To select a channel manually, click the drop-down list and...
  • Page 35 AP Detection – Click “Scan” to perform an automatic site survey. A new window will open and • display the site survey utility. The WX-1 will scan the frequency for devices currently broadcasting their SSID, and then will display them in the table.

  • Page 36: Security Profiles

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Security Profiles Under the Security Profiles tab, you will be able to configure security profiles for your SSIDs. • Profile Name: Create a name for the security profile. Encryption: Select an encryption type for your security profile. The four available options are, No •...

  • Page 37: Configuration

    Examples of special characters: (!@#$%:;^&*). Configuration To configure SSIDs for both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, go to the Configuration tab. The WX-1 can set up to 8 SSIDs per band for a total of 16 SSIDs.

  • Page 38: Guest Network Settings

    • clients on the same SSID from being able to access other clients on the network. Pakedge Zone (VLAN): This option defines the VLAN that on which the SSID will reside. To • change the VLAN, select the grey circle with the number 1 inside it. A selection ring will appear with the available VLAN options.
  • Page 39 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 SSID • Radio: There is a guest network available on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band. On/Off: This option turns the Guest Network on and off. • Wireless Name (SSID): The SSID of the Guest Network can be entered in this textbox. •...

  • Page 40: Radius Server

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Subnet Mask: Select the class of the guest network. 255.255.255.0 is the standard setting and is • selected by default. Manual IP Settings Starting IP Address: This is the beginning of the DHCP range used on the guest network. If you •...

  • Page 41: Advanced

    Role: You are able to enter up to 3 Authentication Servers. If you have Accounting • Server(optional), you are able to enter up to 3 Accounting Servers. WX-1 will communicate to the next Authentication and Accounting Server if it failed to connect to current ones. For example, if it cannot connect to the first Authentication Server, it will connect to second Authentication Server, etc.
  • Page 42 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 1 dBm (1 mW) – 30 dBm (1000 mW): These are static power settings. The access point will broadcast at the selected power level. Obey Regulatory Power: This feature will enable government mandated power levels per channel based on the access point’s country code.

  • Page 43: Management

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Management Diagnostics Ping Hover over Management and click on Diagnostics. You will be directed to the ping test under the Ping tab:...

  • Page 44: Traceroute

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Ping – • Target IP / Domain Name: Enter the IP Address of a location to ping. 8.8.8.8 is a Google DNS server. Click Start to start the test. Traceroute Click on the Traceroute tab.

  • Page 45: Snmp

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 A Traceroute test can help you identify obstacles you may have in the network. The Traceroute text maps the path for packets moving between the WX-1x and the target location. To run a Traceroute test, enter an IP Address or Domain Name into the Target IP / Domain Name textbox and click Start to begin the test.

  • Page 46: Leds

    Contact: Enter the contact information of the installer or network administrator for the SNMP • manager. Description: Enter in a description of the device. The default description is Pakedge WX-1x WAP. • LEDs Hover over Management and click on LEDs.

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Maintenance Username/Password Hover over Maintenance and click on Username/Password. You can change the username and password for the device here.

  • Page 48: Time Zone

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Time Zone Hover over Maintenance and click on Time Zone. This page allows you to set up the timezone.

  • Page 49: Firmware

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Firmware Allows you to update the firmware for the unit. Keep Settings: Selecting this will preserve your current configurations after the firmware update. • Local Image: Click Choose File to select the firmware file. • Local Update: Updates the firmware with the file you selected.

  • Page 50: Configuration

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Configuration Hover over Maintenance and click on Configuration: Download backup: Click Download Configuration to save and export the current settings of the • WX-1x. Reset to defaults: Click Factory Default to reset the the WX-1x back to its factory default settings. •...

  • Page 51: Reboot

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Reboot Hover over Maintenance and click on Reboot. Clicking the Reboot Button allows you to reboot the device.

  • Page 52: Appendix A - Specs

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Appendix A – Specs HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 1 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 port with IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet (PoE+) • support • Configurable LED Indicators for Power, Ethernet, 2.4GHz Wireless and 5GHz Wireless Power over Ethernet (PoE+) IEEE802.3at compliant •...

  • Page 53: Management And Security

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 2.4 GHZ – B-ONLY, G-ONLY, B/G-MIXED, N-ONLY, G/N-MIXED, B/G/N-MIXED 5 GHZ – A-ONLY, N-ONLY, A/N MIXED, AC-ONLY, N/AC-MIXED, A/N/AC-MIXED MANAGEMENT AND SECURITY • User can adjust power by dBm • Web-based configuration (HTTP) Upgrade firmware via web browser/internet •...

  • Page 54: Appendix B - Accessory List

    CAT5e cable • External outdoor antennas • Waterproof RJ45 plastic protector • Mounting bracket • B-WX-1 In Ceiling Bracket • B-WX-1 In-Ceiling/In-Wall Bracket • Installation Guide Installation screws • Appendix C – Technical Support Please visit our website for up-to-date support information: Website: www.pakedge.com...

  • Page 55: Appendix D - Limited Warranty

    God. The foregoing limited warranty is Pakedge’ s sole warranty and is applicable only to Products sold as new by Authorized Dealers. The remedies provided herein are in lieu of a) any and all other remedies and...
  • Page 56 PERFORMANCE YOUR PAKEDGE PRODUCT IS CAPABLE OF PROVIDING. Rights, Limits, and Exclusions Pakedge limits its obligation under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There are no express warranties. Pakedge also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to the failure of this product to function properly.

  • Page 57: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

    This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. For operation within 5.15 ~ 5.25GHz / 5.47 ~5.725GHz frequency range, WX-1 is restricted to indoor environment. The band from 5600-5650MHz will be disabled by the software during the manufacturing and cannot be changed by the end user.

  • Page 58: Industry Canada Statement

    The violation of the rule could lead to serious federal penalty. Industry Canada statement: This device WX-1 complies with RSS-247 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 59: Europe - Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 (v) Users should also be advised that high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-5350MHz and 5650-5850MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices. Avertissement: Le guide d’utilisation des dispositifs pour réseaux locaux doit inclure des instructions précises sur les restrictions susmentionnées, notamment :...
  • Page 60 Česky Pakedge Device & Software Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento WX-1 je ve shodě se [Czech] základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
  • Page 61 Hereby, Pakedge Device & Software Inc., declares that this WX-1 is in compliance with English the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Por medio de la presente Pakedge Device & Software Inc. declara que el WX-1 cumple Español con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de [Spanish] la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

  • Page 62: Ul Statement

    Pakedge Device & Software Inc. declara que este WX-1 está conforme com os requisitos [Portugues essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Pakedge Device & Software Inc. izjavlja, da je ta WX-1 v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in Slovensko ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.
  • Page 63 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 Read all of the instructions (listed here and/or in the user manual) before you operate this • equipment. • Comply with all warning and caution statements in the instructions. • Retain the instructions for future reference. Observe all warning and caution symbols that are affixed to this equipment.
  • Page 64 WX-1x User Guide Version 1.3 pakedgedevice&software 3847 Breakwater Avenue Hayward, CA 94545 17011 Beach Blvd. Suite 600 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (650) 385-8702 www.pakedge.com sales@pakedge.com...

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