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Renewing the IP Address ........................12 Setting a Static IP Address ........................13 Managing Access Points with the Wireless Manager ................. 15 Linking CIS Access Points to the Wi-Fi Manager ..................15 Viewing the Connected Access Points ....................17 Viewing Connected Devices ........................17 Changing the SSID of Managed Access Points ..................
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View Connected Devices ......................... 23 Setting up the Access Point as a Repeater ....................24 Tools ................................25 IP Scan ..............................25 Wireless Scanner ............................. 26 Troubleshooting ............................27 Warranty Information ..........................29 Contact Information ..........................29...
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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-AP300-WP accepts 10-57v via the DC jack or 18-57v via PoE on ETH1. It can accept...
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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...
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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.
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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. 3. (Optional – CIS-AP300-WP only) Connect an additional access point or device to ETH2. The port is bridged, meaning it acts like a switch port.
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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).
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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 its public address, the traffic flowing through the device, and identify the MAC addresses of its interfaces.
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Undo / Redo Undo and Redo buttons are located on the top. You may use them to quickly undo/redo any changes made to configuration. Show / Hide Passwords Selecting the Hide Passwords button in the Menu on top right corner will toggle the displaying of passwords related to Wi-Fi, Hotspot, and more.
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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.
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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...
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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...
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Once the static IP address 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.
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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 SSIDs, passwords and other options will be propagated to all CIS access points on the network.
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The device will display the message --- managed by CIS Wi-Fi Manager. The Access point is now linked to your CIS router and can be managed through the router’s configuration page.
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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 Wi-Fi Access points tab, you’ll be able to view the identity, MAC address and other information of the individual access points.
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Changing the SSID of Managed Access Points Select the SSID-Channel tab in the Wi-Fi Manager section. Click on the 2.4GHz network. Enter the name of the SSID in the field. Copy and paste the SSID so that the 5GHz network has the same SSID.
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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. 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.
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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.
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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...
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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 Wi-Fi Interfaces tab of the Wireless section. Enable both the 2.4 and 5 GHz networks (CIS- AP300-WP only).
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To change the password, click the Security Profiles tab in the Wireless menu. Click the Guest security profile and change the password, just like you did for the main network. 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.
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Setting up the Access Point as a Repeater In the Wireless section, select the Wi-Fi Interfaces tab. Click on Setup Repeater. Display the SSID field by clicking the down arrow next to it. Type the SSID and Passphrase of the wireless network you wish to extend the range of.
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Tools Ping Ping uses Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) echo messages to determine if a remote host is active. It will also provide the round-trip time between the hosts. Enter the IP address of the device and select Start to begin. IP Scan The IP scan tool locates devices on the network.
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Wireless Scanner You can use the access point to scan for other wireless networks in the area. This is immensely helpful if you need to discover networks that may be interfering with your wireless performance. Note: You must disable the Wi-Fi manager on the access point prior to using this tool! From the Wireless section, click on the Scanner button.
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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.
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PoE. Try plugging the access point directly into the PoE router or switch with a short cable. • CIS routers and switches may have issues detecting PoE devices over long cable lengths. Set the PoE mode to “forced on”. Review the...
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Solutions™ or a designated service center with prior notification and an assigned return authorization (RA) number. Contact Information Web: www.cisnetworks.ca Phone: Technical Support - (888) 976-3651 Email: info@cisnetworks.com CIS Access Points are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EC.
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