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  • Page 1 CIS Access Points - User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Welcome to Custom Integration Solutions ....................... 4 Overview ................................... 4 Package Contents ..............................4 Power ..................................4 Device Details ................................5 Ports..................................5 LED Indicators ................................5 Buttons ..................................5 Mounting Options ................................ 6 Quick Setup ................................... 7 Accessing the Web Interface............................
  • Page 3 Managing Access Points with the Wireless Manager .....................15 Linking CIS Access Points to the Wi-Fi Manager ....................15 Viewing the Connected Access Points .........................16 Viewing Connected Devices ..........................16 Changing the SSID of Managed Access Points ....................17 Changing the Wi-Fi Password of Managed Access Points ................17 Configuring Access Points in Standalone Mode .....................19...

  • Page 4: Welcome To Custom Integration Solutions

    Bracket (AC-WAP only) Power CIS access points are powered by via the DC Jack or PoE on ETH1. Use the included DC adapter, PoE injector, or connect to a router or switch that provides PoE. • The CIS-ACWAP accepts 10-57v via the DC jack or 18-57v via PoE on ETH1. It can accept 802.3af/at power and consumes a maximum of 10W.

  • Page 5: Device Details

    Keeping holding until the USR 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...

  • Page 6: Mounting Options

    Mounting Options CIS access points provide flexible mounting options. Mount it on a wall, ceiling, or pole to broadcast your wireless network in all directions. Detailed Steps 1. Use the template (included in the box) to mark the location of the screw holes.

  • Page 7: Quick Setup

    Quick Setup CIS-ACWAP connections 1. Connect the Ethernet cable from your router to ETH1 on the access point. If your router supports PoE, turn it on to power the device. You may also use the included PoE injector. 2. (Optional) If PoE is unavailable or you prefer to plug in the DC adapter near the access point, connect the DC adapter directly to the DC jack on the access point.

  • Page 8: Accessing The Web Interface

    1. Connect your laptop or PC to the router. 2. Obtain the IP address of your access points. If you’re using a CIS router, access the web configuration by typing 10.100.1.1 in a web browser (10.100.1.1 is the default, but some systems may be different).

  • Page 9: The Status Page

    The Status Page The status page provides basic diagnostic information. There is a CIS Support Address should you require assistance. You can view the identity (name) of the access point you are connected to, view it’s public address, the traffic flowing through the device, and identify the MAC addresses of its interfaces.

  • Page 10: Undo / Redo

    Undo / Redo Undo and Redo buttons are located in the left toolbar. You may use them to quickly undo/redo any changes made to configuration. Show / Hide Passwords Selecting the Hide Passwords button in the left toolbar will toggle the displaying of passwords related to Wi-Fi, Hotspot, and more.

  • Page 11: Changing The Default Password

    Changing the Default Password After you log in for the first time, please create a new a password to increase the security of the device. Enter the old password in the top field and a secure password in the new and confirm password fields. Setting the Time Zone You can find the Clock settings under the System tab in the left toolbar.

  • Page 12: Ip Addressing

    The DHCP Client Tab The DHCP Client tab will present you with the IP address assigned to your access point from the router. CIS recommends creating a DHCP reservation for access points and other network infrastructure devices. Renewing the IP Address...

  • Page 13: Setting A Static Ip Address

    If your network falls in one of the ranges below, you can set the static IP address yourself. If it is outside of these ranges, you must call CIS to have a route created on the access point! Available address ranges: 172.16.1.0/24...
  • Page 14 Once the static IP aSddress is set, disable the DHCP client. Go to IP > DHCP Client and click on the entry. Click on the small ‘D’ button to disable it.

  • Page 15: Managing Access Points With The Wireless Manager

    Wi-Fi Manager. Check the Enabled box, click Apply, then OK. The device will display the message --- managed by CAPsMAN. The Access point is now linked to your CIS router, and can be managed through the router’s configuration page.

  • Page 16: Viewing The Connected Access Points

    Viewing the Connected Access Points On your CIS router, select the Wi-Fi Manager section in the left toolbar. The active Wi-Fi radios will be displayed. 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.

  • Page 17: Changing The Ssid Of Managed Access Points

    Enter the name of the SSID in the field. Copy and paste the SSID so that the 5GHz network has the same SSID. CIS Guest 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...
  • Page 18 Click on the network you’d like to set the password for, then enter the passphrase in the box below. It is highly recommended you use only WPA2 PSK for security purposes. WPA is vulnerable to password cracking.

  • Page 19: Configuring Access Points In Standalone Mode

    Configuring Access Points in Standalone Mode CIS access points can be centrally managed via the Wi-Fi manager on CIS routers, or they can operate as standalone units. This section includes instructions for setting up access points as standalone units. Setting the SSID Select the Wireless tab from the left toolbar.

  • Page 20: Setting The Wi-Fi Password For Standalone Access Points

    Enter the password in the WPA2 Pre-Shared Key field. CIS recommends you leave WPA PSK disabled, as it is a vulnerable protocol. If you have legacy devices that require it, enable it, and copy and paste the...

  • Page 21: Enabling The Guest Network On Standalone Access Points

    Enabling the Guest Network on 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 Interfaces tab of the Wireless section. Enable both the 2.4 and 5 GHz networks (CIS- ACWAP only).

  • Page 22: View Connected Devices

    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 the uptime, signal strength, traffic flow, and more. Setting up the Access Point as a Repeater In the Wireless section, select the WiFi Interfaces tab.

  • Page 23: Tools

    Tools UPnP Universal Plug and Play enables the discovery other devices located on the network and vice-versa. If you require UPnP, select it under the IP tab in the toolbar, then enable it. UPnP has implications on the security of the device, and it is recommended you leave it disabled unless required. Ping Ping uses Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) echo messages to determine if a remote host is active.

  • Page 24: Ip Scan

    IP Scan The IP scan tool locates devices on the network. It can also locate devices that have a static IP set internally if they are on the same network as your access point. To use the IP scan tool, select the network you wish to scan on (bridge-operations is default), then enter the network address and subnet mask using CIDR notation.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Some devices have issues with multiple access points with the same SSID. • If this is the case, contact CIS and we will make a separate SSID for these devices that is only broadcast on one access point.
  • Page 26 PoE. Try plugging the access point directly into the router or switch with a short cable. • CIS routers and switches provide more stable PoE when the port is set to “Forced On”. Review the user manuals for instructions.

  • Page 27: Warranty Information

    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 CIS Access Points are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EC.

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