CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL Table of Contents 1. Welcome to Custom Integration Solutions™ 2. Package Contents 3. Overview • Power • Ports • LED Indicators • Buttons 4. Mounting Options 5. Accessing the Web Interface • The Status Page •...
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CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL Table of Contents (continued) 8. Managing Access Points with the Wireless Manager • Enabling Wi-Fi Manager on the Access Point • Viewing the Connected Access Points • Viewing Connected Devices • Changing the SSID of Managed Access Points •...
• The CIS-WAP provides 2.4 GHz connectivity at speeds of up to 300 Mbit/s, and supports 802.11b/g/n. • CIS Access points are weatherproof, and can be fixed to any external wall or ceiling from the inside of the case. The bottom door can also be secured with a special security screw, which can only be opened by integrators.
Reset button: Hold this button during boot until the LED light starts flashing, (5 seconds) then release the button to reset to the default CIS configuration. You can use this procedure if you have forgotten the password to access the device, or simply wish to return the unit to its default configuration state.
The Status Page The status page provides basic diagnostic information. There is a CIS Support Address should you require assistance. The Iden- tity will show you which device you are accessing on your network. It will be displayed in the tab of your browser. You can...
CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL Set the System Identity The system identity is used to identify your device on the network. It is essential to have the identity of the access points set to their locations for troubleshooting purposes.
PRODUCT MANUAL Changing the Default Password The default username is cis and the password is integration. After you log in for the first time, please create a new a password to increase the security of the device. Rebooting the Device If you are having issues with the access point and suspect a reboot will help, the Reboot option can be found under the Sys- tem tab in the left toolbar.
CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL 6. Setting the IP Address CIS recommends creating a DHCP reservation for access points, and other network infrastructure devices. Follow the instruc- tions in the manual for your router to set a reservation. Renewing the DHCP lease To renew the DHCP lease for the access point, click on the entry containing the current IP address in the DHCP client tab.
CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL Setting a Static IP Address To set a static IP, select the Addresses tab under IP in the toolbar on the left. Select the disabled interface. It is highly recommended you perform an IP Scan (see the IP Scan tool) before assigning a static IP address. The IP address you assign must be unused, and outside of the range of the DHCP pool.
PRODUCT MANUAL 7. Configuring Access Points in Standalone Mode CIS access points can operate as standalone units, or be managed through the Wireless Manager on CIS Routers. This section includes instructions for setting up access points in standalone mode. Setting the SSID for Standalone Access Points Select the Wireless tab from the left toolbar.
CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL Setting the WiFi Password for Standalone Access Points Select the Security Profiles tab in the Wireless section. Click on the default network to change the password and security. Enter the password in the WPA Pre-Shared Key box, then copy-and-paste it into the WPA2 Pre-Shared Key box. Remember,...
PRODUCT MANUAL Setting up the Guest Network for Standalone Access Points CIS access points running in standalone mode can run a simple guest network. To enable, click the E button in the WiFi Inter- faces tab of the Wireless section.
CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL View Connected Devices In the Wireless section, click the Registration tab to view the connected devices. You can identify them based on their MAC address. You can view uptime, signal strength, and transmit (tx) and receive (rx) rates.
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CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL The device is now present in the access list. Click on it for more options. You can now change the following settings: • MAC Address-specify the MAC address of the device this rule will apply to.
CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL The rules are applied from top to bottom similar to a firewall. Take a look at the default rules, for example. The top rule speci- fies if the device has a signal strength of –80 or better, it is allowed to connect (authenticate), and forward to other devices on the network.
8. Managing Access points with the Wireless Manager All CIS routers include a Wireless Manager that allows you to manage your access points from a single location. All changes to the SSIDs, passwords and other options will be propagated to all of the access points on the network.
Viewing the Connected Access Points On your CIS router, select the Wi-Fi Manager section in the left toolbar. You can see a network appear in the Interface tab. If you select the WiFi Access points tab, you’ll be able to view the identity, MAC address and other information of the individual access points.
This allows older devices to connect to the 2.4 GHz, and newer devices to connect to the 5 GHz network using a single SSID. Remember, the CIS WAP only provides 2.4 GHz. Use the same SSID for 2.4 and 5 GHz...
CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL Changing the Wi-Fi Password of Managed Access Points Select the Wi-Fi Password tab. Click on the network that you’d like to change the password for. If you’ve purchased a guest network, it will appear here.
• Check the registration table for the connected devices. • Do they have a healthy signal? (-78 dB or better) • (CIS-ACWAP only) Does the device support 5 GHz, and are they connected to the 5 GHz network? Does it support wireless N or AC? •...
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CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL Troubleshooting Wireless Speed and Connectivity Issues (continued) • Are there other types of interference that are ruining the performance of the network? • Microwave ovens, baby monitors, Bluetooth devices, cordless phones that operate on the 2.4 or 5 GHz ranges, wireless RF video, wireless speakers and other similar devices can ruin your network performance.
CIS-WAP WIRELESS ACCESS POINT PRODUCT MANUAL The IP Scan Tool The IP Scan tool is useful for locating other devices on the network, and which IP addresses are in use. When using IP scan tool , you have two scanning options: IPv4 Address range •...
Custom Integration Solutions™ or a designated service center with prior notification and an assigned return authorization (RA) number. Contact Information Web: www.custom-integration-solutions.com Phone: Technical Support - (888) 976-3651 Email: activations@custom-integration-solutions.com The CIS-WAP is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EC.
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