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- Page 1 WK-1x WK-1, WK-1-B, WK-1-O, WK-1-C 802.11ac Dual Band Access Point User Guide Version 1.2...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Weather Proof RJ-45 ................................13 Wall Mounting ................................... 13 Pipe Mounting ................................... 13 WK-1-C Mounting ..................................14 WK-1-C Pre-construction Bracket Installation ........................18 Power Method for the WK-1................................. 19 WK-1x Start Up ....................................21 Menu Options .....................................24 Status........................................24 Dashboard ..................................... - Page 3 WK-1x User Guide Diagnostics ...................................... 38 Ping ........................................38 Traceroute ......................................39 SNMP ......................................... 40 LEDs ........................................41 Maintenance ......................................41 Username/Password .................................. .41 Time Zone ......................................42 Firmware ......................................43 Configuration ....................................45 Reboot ....................................... 46 Appendix A – Specs ..................................47 HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS ..............................
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Page 4: Introduction
802.11ac Dual Band Access Point. As the central component of your wireless network, the WK-1 provides you with high-speed, high-range wireless AC networking. The WK-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 When you put the WK-1x in bridge mode, it can receive a wireless signal from an access point in • root access point mode and send it to a client device through an Ethernet connection. WK-1 Laptop WK-1 Ethernet Cable WDS Repeater –...
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Page 6: System Requirements
Hardware Installation Note: the product is designed for specific application and must be professionally installed by a qualified personal who has RF and related knowledge. WK-1/WK-1-B Mounting Options Using the Provided Wall Mount If planning on mounting the WK-1x A: DOUBLE-GANG ELECTRICAL BOX, WALL B: WALL, SINGLE-GANG ELECTRICAL BOX, EUROPEAN OUTLET BOX US 4”... - Page 7 WK-1x User Guide 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. Line the two tabs on the top of the Wall Bracket with the two pockets on the back of the access point. pg.
- Page 8 WK-1x User Guide Attach the recommended plastic cable clip. Route cables along the channel on the back of the WAP and secure them to the plastic clip by pressing the cable to the clip. pg. 7...
- Page 9 WK-1x User Guide Place the access point firmly against the wall bracket, ensuring the cables are tucked in the channel on the back of the access point and/or behind the wall bracket. pg. 8...
- Page 10 WK-1x User Guide Slide the WAP downward until the top two tabs on the wall bracket lock into place. Secure the WAP to the bottom tab of the wall bracket with the included security screw. pg. 9...
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Page 11: Using Provided T-Bar
WK-1x User Guide Using Provided T-bar Bracket Place the T-bar bracket into the slots on the back of the WAP. 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 12: Wk-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 WK-1-O access point. 3. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into a PoE+ injector or PoE+ Switch. -
Page 13: Weather Proof Rj-45
WK-1x User Guide Weather Proof RJ-45 Be sure to run the Ethernet cable through the plastic element, and seal it tightly to insure weather- proofing. Wall Mounting Pipe Mounting pg. 12... -
Page 14: Wk-1-C Mounting
WK-1x User Guide WK-1-C Mounting 1. Open release latch, push on back of WK-1-C to swing WAP down from ceiling/wall bracket. 2. Swing WAP down pg. 13... - Page 15 WK-1x User Guide 3. Using the supplied template, cut a 9.125 inch diameter circle at the desired mounting location for your WK-1-C. Route the in-wall Ethernet cable through the opening on the back of WK-1-C housing. Insert the WK-1-C into the ceiling/wall.
- Page 16 Keep screwing until the screws are difficult to rotate. Do not over-tighten the mounting-ears, as that will strip them and render them non-functional. 5. Plug an Ethernet cable into the WK-1-C. Route the Ethernet cable as shown, use optional cable clip if necessary.
- Page 17 WK-1x User Guide 5. Swing the WK-1-C back into its housing. pg. 16...
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Page 18: Wk-1-C Pre-Construction Bracket Installation
WK-1x User Guide WK-1-C installation with optional pre-construction bracket The pre-construction bracket is 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: Power Method For The Wk-1
WK-1x User Guide The diagrams below show using a PoE+ injector or a PoE+ switch to power the WK-1x. Note: the product must be powered by 802.3at - compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE+) injector or switch Power via PoE+ Injector pg. - Page 20 WK-1x User Guide Power via PoE+ Switch Power using the included power adapter The WK-1x can be configured in several modes: Access Point, WDS Root Access Point, WDS Repeater or WDS Bridge. When shipped from the factory, the WK-1x is set to Access Point mode. The default IP address of the WK-1x is 192.168.1.250, the username is pakedge, and the password is pakedgea.
- Page 21 WK-1x User Guide In order to log into the WK-1x, you must first configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC/Notebook. Follow these steps: 1. Under Control Panel, double-click Network Connections and double-click the connection of your Network Interface Card (NIC). The Local Area Connection Properties dialog appears: 2.
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Page 22: Wk-1X Start Up
WK-1x User Guide 3. Select Use the following IP Address and type the IP address and subnet mask, as in the example below. (Be sure the IP address and subnet mask are on the same subnet as the WK-1x.) WK-1x IP address: 192.168.1.250 PC IP address: 192.168.1.10... - Page 23 WK-1x User Guide The WK-1x login dialog appears. In the username box, type pakedge. In the password box, type pakedgea and click Login. The WK-1x main menu appears (see figure below). The main menu displays the current status of WK-1x and general information such as the IP address, subnet mask, and MAC addresses.
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Page 24: Menu Options
WK-1x User Guide Menu Options The navigation bar on the top of the window comes with 4 options: Status: Shows the dashboard and logs of the WK-1x access point. The dashboard is the default • page that comes up when you log into the WK-1x GUI. Network: User can make changes to the network settings, such as the LAN, wireless settings, and •... -
Page 25: Dashboard
WK-1x User Guide 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. pg. -
Page 26: System Log
WK-1x User Guide 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 27: Network
WK-1x User Guide Network Hover over the Network icon and click LAN. This page displays the LAN settings for the WK-1x. To configure the IP address of your WK-1x, you can configure the WK-1x with a static IP address or obtain an IP address automatically by using a DHCP client. - Page 28 WK-1x User Guide IP Network Setting: Static addresses require an IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default • Gateway. Static address is the recommended setting. However, you may select DHCP client if your network has a router. Management VLAN Warning: Do not enable this feature unless you need to tag the default VLAN on the access point.
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Page 29: Wireless
WK-1x User Guide 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 30 WK-1x User Guide Band Steering: Band steering steers 5 GHz clients to that frequency. By enabling this function, the • 2.4 GHz SSID and settings will be copied to the 5 GHz band. Operation Mode: Both the 2.4 and the 5 GHz band have the following operating modes: Access •...
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Page 31: Security Profiles
WK-1x User Guide AP Detection – Click Scan to perform an automatic site survey. A new window will open and display • the site survey utility. The WX-1x will scan the frequency for devices currently broadcasting their SSID, and then will display them in the table. Security Profiles Under the Security Profiles tab, you will be able to configure security profiles that can be used when creating SSIDs under the configuration tab. -
Page 32: Configuration
WK-1x User Guide Profile Name: Create a name for the security profile. • Encryption: Select an encryption type for your security profile. The four available options are, No • Encryption, WPA PSK, WPA2 PSK, and WPA/WPA2 PSK. No Encryption: This will leave your profile without security (not recommended). WPA PSK: Password must be at least 8 characters long. - Page 33 WK-1x User Guide On Off: The SSID may be turned on or turned off using this checkbox. • Wireless Name (SSID): The SSID is the name associated with the Wi-Fi network. An SSID cannot • exceed 32 characters. Security Profile: The profiles created under the Security Profiles tab may be applied to the SSID •...
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Page 34: Guest Network Settings
WK-1x User Guide Guest Network Settings The Guest Network feature is designed for networks that do not have a guest VLAN. The Guest Network acts as its own network and only has access to the internet. Each access point’s guest network is independent from the guest networks of other access points. - Page 35 WK-1x User Guide Security Profile: Select a security profile that has already been defined under the Security Profiles • tab. Manual IP Settings IP Address: Enter in the IP address the access point will be used on. • Subnet Mask: Select the class of the guest network. 255.255.255.0 is the standard setting and is •...
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Page 36: Advanced
WK-1x User Guide Advanced On the Advanced page, you can configure: Transmit Power: The power depends on the distance of the devices in your wireless network. From • the drop-down list, select the desired power. You can use this feature to limit the coverage area of the wireless network. -
Page 37: Management
WK-1x User Guide Management pg. 36... -
Page 38: Diagnostics
WK-1x User Guide Diagnostics Ping Hover over Management and click on Diagnostics. You will be directed to the ping test under the Ping tab: Ping – • Target IP / Domain Name: Enter the IP Address of a location to ping. 8.8.8.8 is a Google DNS server. -
Page 39: Traceroute
WK-1x User Guide Traceroute Click on the Traceroute tab. 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 WK-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 40: Snmp
Location: Enter the physical location of the WK-1x as a reference. • 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 WK-1 WAP. • pg. 39... -
Page 41: Leds
WK-1x User Guide LEDs Hover over Management and click on LEDs. Turn off all LEDs: Check to turn LEDs off. • Maintenance pg. 40... -
Page 42: Username/Password
WK-1x User Guide Username/Password Hover over Maintenance and click on Username/Password. You can change the username and password for the device here. pg. 41... -
Page 43: Time Zone
WK-1x User Guide Time Zone Hover over Maintenance and click on Time Zone. This page allows you to set up the timezone. pg. 42... -
Page 44: Firmware
WK-1x User Guide 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 45: Configuration
WK-1x User Guide Configuration Hover over Maintenance and click on Configuration: Download backup: Click Download Configuration to save and export the current settings of the • WK-1x. Reset to defaults: Click Factory Default to reset the the WK-1x back to its factory default settings. •... -
Page 46: Reboot
WK-1x User Guide Reboot Hover over Maintenance and click on Reboot. Clicking the Reboot Button allows you to reboot the device. pg. 45... -
Page 47: Appendix A - Specs
WK-1x User Guide Appendix A – Specs HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 1 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 port with IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet (PoE+) • support • 1 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 port Configurable LED Indicators for Power, Ethernet, 2.4GHz Wireless and 5GHz Wireless •... - Page 48 WK-1x User Guide 5 GHz – 24 channels depending on country • Transmit Power (Typical): Receiver Sensitivity (Typical) • pg. 47...
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Page 49: Operations
WK-1x User Guide OPERATIONS Operation Modes: • 2.4/5 GHz have independent operation modes Access Point/ WDS Bridge/WDS AP/Repeater • Up to 16 SSIDs Supports 802.1q VLANs • Spanning Tree Supports 802.1d Spanning Tree Protocol • IP Auto-configuration – DHCP client •... -
Page 50: Environment
Storage: 90% of less MECHANICAL Enclosure: 8.02 inches X 7.47 inches Depth: 1.63 inches Base 6.38 inches X 6.23 inches Appendix B – Accessory List WK-1, WK-1-B Quick Start Guide • AC100-240V, 50-60Hz DC12V 1.5A power adapter • CAT5e cable •... -
Page 51: Appendix C - Technical Support
WK-1x User Guide WK-1-C • Quick Start Guide CAT5e cable • Appendix C – Technical Support Please visit our website for up-to-date support information: Website: www.pakedge.com Email: support@pakedge.com CONTACT INFORMATION: Northern California Office Pakedge Device & Software 3847 Breakwater Avenue... - Page 52 WK-1x User Guide SERVICE LABOR: Pakedge will pay for service labor by an approved Pakedge service center when needed as a result of manufacturing defect for a period of one (3) year from the effective date of delivery to the end user.
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Page 53: Fcc Declaration Of Conformity
WK-1x User Guide Effective Warranty Date This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as evidence of the purchase date from your authorized dealer. Important- Warranty Registration Please register your product at www.pakedge.com. -
Page 54: Wireless Lan And Your Health
WK-1x User Guide • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Wireless LAN and Your Health The WK-1x, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy, but operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations. FCC Certification The WK-1x contains a radio transmitter. - Page 55 This is to avoid damage to the equipment from lightning strikes and other electrical surges. Unplug the power cord before connecting the WK-1 to the PoE+ injector. The WK-1x cannot use • both simultaneously as this will break the device.
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Page 56: Europe - Eu Declaration Of Conformity
WK-1x User Guide Wipe the unit with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals. Do not spray • cleaners directly on the unit or use forced air to remove dust. Keep the device away from excessive heat and humidity and keep the device free from vibration •... - Page 57 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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