EnGenius EnStation 6 User Manual

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Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Long Range Wireless Point to Point Bridge

To install this Access Point please refer to the Quick Installation Guide included in the product packaging.

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT ...................................................................... 1

Product Overview �� 3

Introduction ....................................................................... 3

System Requirements ...................................................... 3

Key Features ..................................................................... 3

Technical Specifications �� 4

Before You Begin �� 6

Computer Settings ........................................................... 6

Windows XP/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 10 ....... 6

Apple Mac OS X ................................................................ 7

EnStation 6 �� 8

Hardware Installation EnStation 6 .................................. 9

Wall mounting the EnStation 6 ...................................... 10

Pole mounting the EnStation 6 ...................................... 10

ENH500-AX �� 11

Hardware Installation ENH500-AX................................ 12

Wall mounting the ENH500-AX ..................................... 13

Pole mounting the ENH500-AX ..................................... 13

Configuring Your Access Point �� 14

Web Interface Configuration ......................................... 14

Default Setting ................................................................ 14

EnWiFi App Configuration .............................................. 14

Download EnWiFi App .................................................... 14

IMPORTANT

Building a Wireless Network �� 15

Access Point Mode ........................................................ 15

Station Mode................................................................... 15

WDS Access Point Mode .............................................. 16

WDS Station Mode ......................................................... 16

WDS Repeater Mode ...................................................... 16

Status ��17

Main Status ..................................................................... 17

Save Changes ................................................................. 17

Device Status .................................................................. 17

Connection ...................................................................... 18

5 GHZ Connection List ................................................... 18

WDS Link List .................................................................. 18

Realtime .......................................................................... 18

Network �� 19

Basic IP Settings ............................................................. 19

IPv4/IPv6 Settings .......................................................... 19

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) Settings ........................ 19

Wireless Connection ��20

Wireless ...........................................................................20

Wireless Settings ............................................................20

Wireless Network ...........................................................20

Wireless Setting-5GHz ...................................................20

SSID Profile ....................................................................21

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Page 1 EnStation 6 �� 8 5 GHZ Connection List ........... 18 Hardware Installation EnStation 6 ........9 WDS Link List ..............18 Wall mounting the EnStation 6 ........10 Realtime ................18 Pole mounting the EnStation 6 ........10 Network �� 19 ENH500-AX ��...
Page 2 Speed Test Parameters ..........27 Device Discovery ............27 Account ................27 Account Settings ............27 Firmware .................27 Frimware Upgrade ............27 Backup/Restore ..............28 User Setting ..............28 Log ...................28 System Log ..............28 Remote Log ..............28 Logout ................29 Reset ................29 EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 3 Access Points concurrently. Several EnStation 6 / ENH500-AX can be networked in a campus setting using the 5 GHz band between countries, which can easily to be installed in virtually any location with its included PoE (Power over Ethernet) Adapter for quick outdoor installation.
Page 4 VLAN Tag / VLAN Pass-through IEEE802.11 ax/ac/a/n on 5 GHz Guest Network Antenna QoS: Complaint with IEEE 802.11e /WMM Internal 15.2dBi high gain directional antenna EnStation 6 RADIUS Accounting Internal 14dBi high gain directional antenna ENH500-AX Wireless STA (Client) connection list Physical Interface...
Page 5 Length: 260mm (10.24”) Width: 84 (3.31”) 3 Reset Botton Depth: 55mm (2.17”) *The installation angle of antenna must be vertical to the ground. 1 LAN Port 1 (Proprietary 54V PoE) Ethernet port for RJ-45 cable. ENH500-AX EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 6 • PC IP address: 192.168.1.3 – 192.168.1.255 • PC Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 c. In Windows 10 and Windows 11, click Start to select All APs to enter the Windows system folder and select Control Panel. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 7 Note: Ensure that the IP address and Subnet mask are on the same subnet as the device. For example: • EnStation6/ENH500-AX IP address: 192.168.1.1 • PC IP address: 192.168.1.3 – 192.168.1.255 • PC Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 6. Click Apply when done. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 8 EnStation 6 Using the provided hardware, the EnStation6 can be attached to a wall or a pole. Device *1 PoE Adapter*1 Product Card Sealing nut*1 Bracket*1 Power Cord*1 Dynamic Stick*1 Screw Set*1 Pole Mounting Strap*1 EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 9 Connect the second Ethernet Cable to the LAN port of the PoE Adapter and the other end to the Ethernet Port of the computer. e. Place the panel removed from step “a” back into the device. Note: • The device should ONLY be powered via Ethernet Cable connected to the included PoE Adapter EnStation 6. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 10 Assemble the mounting parts to the device. e. Thread the open end of the pole strap through the two tabs on the bracket. f. Lock and tighten the pole strap to the secure bracket to the pole. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 11 Using the provided hardware, the device can be attached to a wall or a pole. The height should not exceed 2 meters. Device *1 PoE Adapter*1 Product Card Power Cord*1 Waterproof*1 Screw Set*1 Adhesive Label Pole Mounting Strap*1 EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 12 Connect the second Ethernet Cable to the LAN port of the PoE Adapter and the other end to the Ethernet Port on the computer. e. Place the panel removed from step “A” back into the device. Note: The device should ONLY be powered via Ethernet Cable connected to the included PoE Adapter. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 13 Pole mounting the ENH500-AX a. Thread the open end of the Pole Strap through the two tabs on the Pole Mount Bracket. b. Lock and tighten Pole Strap to secure Pole Mount Bracket to the pole. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 14 Device List� • The model name will vary by different models. 3. If successful, you will be logged in and see the device’s User Interface. Click it to CONNECT or to CHANGE management SSID EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 15 If you use the station mode in the device, you can use the AP Detection feature to scan for Access Points within range. When you find an Access Point, configure the device to use the identical SSID and Security Password as the Access Point to associate with it. 5GHz Station Mode Access Point Mode EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 16 Station mode expands the WDS by receiving a wireless signal/service and sharing it through the Ethernet port. WDS AP WDS Station WDS Station WDS Repeater Mode Extend the coverage area of your WiFi network. It works by receiving your existing WiFi signal, amplifying it and then transmitting the boosted signal. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 17 * Different models will vary the model name Note: VLAN ID information is only applicable in Access Point or WDS AP mode. • The Memory Information section shows memory usage such as Total Available, Free, Cached, and Buffered. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 18 CPU Loading: 3 minutes CPU loading percentage information. It displays current loading, average loading and peak loading status. The left bar is the loading percentage; the button is time tracing. The interval is every 3 seconds. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 19 Primary/Secondary DNS: The primary/secondary DNS Save: Click Save to confirm the changes. address for this device. Save: Click Save to confirm the changes. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 20 Access Points. Wireless Network Distance: Specifies the distance between Access Points EnStation 6 / ENH500-AX supports 802.11 ax/ac/n mixed and client devices. The proper setting for this parameter mode in 5 GHz. may assist Access Points in avoiding the improper operation when transmitting data under a filed application.
Page 21 The traffic will be forwarded via the different SSIDs if packets pass through the Access Point with a tag. these SSIDs configured as different IDs. Wireless Security: See the Wireless Security section. Save: Click Save to accept the changes. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 22 MAC addresses. You can manually add a MAC address to restrict permission to access the EnStation6/ENH500-AX. The default setting is Disable Wireless MAC Filter. Note: Only applicable in Access Point and WDS AP modes. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 23 RSSI is an indication of the power level being received by the antenna. Therefore, the higher the RSSI number, the stronger the signal. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 24 SNMP trap community. SNMPv3: Enables or disables the SNMPv3 feature. User Name: Specifies the username for SNMPv3. Auth Protocol: Selects the authentication protocol type: MDS or SHA. Auth Key: Specifies the authentication key. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 25 Automatically Get Date and Time: Select and check whether you wish to enter the IP address of an NTP server or use the default NTP server to have the internal clock set automatically. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 26 Duration: The Start Time is entered in two fields. The first box is for hours and the second box is for minutes. The End Time is entered in the same format as the Start time. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 27 3. Click the Upload button to commence the firmware upgrade. Note: The device is unavailable during the Firmware upgrade process and must restart when the upgrade is completed. Any connections to or through the device will be lost. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 28 Syslog: Enables or disables the Syslog function. Log Server IP Address: Enter the IP address of the log server. Remote Log: Enable or disable the remote log service. Apply: Click Apply to apply the changes. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 29 Restore to User Default: Click the reset button to reset this device to the user default settings. To realize the setting method refer to page 26 (Backup / Restore). EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 30 Tx and Rx ways to make maximum PtP connecting performance or remove device with a weak signal. Discover Device Discover EnGenius Device nearby and access it to do management quickly. Network Connected Status Monitor Monitor connected devices on signal level (RSSI), transmit / receive performance, and firmware version.
Page 31 Client can connect to IT via SSID Group Configuration Proceed Wireless Settings, Operation mode, distance and time slot, channel used, channel HT, Tx power and Security. Select Operation Mode and Radio Firstly� Check Status for Access Points Proceeds Wireless Setting EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 32 You also can use EnWiFi App to proceed connection from Client Bridge mode devices to an Access Point mode device. Select an AP SSID Manually Enter the Passphrase and Click “Next” Go on Wireless Settings and Further Steps EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 33 You also can set Operation mode to WDS AP mode and let WDS STA devices connect to this WDS AP mode device. Select Operation Mode to WDS AP and Choose AP Configure Wireless Setting Select operation mode to WDS STA and Choose AP to connect Configure Wireless Setting EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 34 Discover Device Discover and Access to other EnGenius devices to manage their status. Tools Discovering Device List Status Monitor & Management Monitor clients connected status. Based on this information adjust the configuration or press kick out to remove the device if the signal is weak.
Page 35 Backup Current Settings Create the backup file Backup Successfully Restore Choose a backup file to restore other devices so they can have the same configuration quickly. Backup Current Settings Create the backup file Backup Successfully EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 36 Warning: Please carefully select the installation position and ensure the final output power does not exceed the limit set force in relevant rules. The violation of the rule could lead to serious federal penalties. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 37 énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal. Les types d’antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de l’émetteur. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 38 Please carefully select the installation position and make sure that the final output power does not exceed the limit set force in relevant rules. The violation of the rule could lead to serious federal penalty. EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual...
Page 39 Choisir avec soin la position d’installation et s’assurer que la puissance de sortie ne depasse pas les limites en vi-gueur. La violation de cette regle peut conduire a de serieuses penalites federales. EnGenius Technologies | 1580 Scenic Ave. Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Maximum data rates are based on IEEE 802.11 standards. Actual throughput and range may vary depending on distance between devices or traffic and bandwidth load in the network.

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