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AMX NXA-WAP1000 Reference Manual

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NXA-WAP1000
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N e t w o r k / C o m m u n i c a t i o n
Init ial Re le ase : 2/1 8 /20 1 1

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  • Page 1 Operation/Reference Guide NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point N e t w o r k / C o m m u n i c a t i o n Init ial Re le ase : 2/1 8 /20 1 1...
  • Page 2 AMX is not responsible for products returned without a valid RMA number. AMX is not liable for any damages caused by its products or for the failure of its products to perform. This includes any lost profits, lost savings, incidental damages, or consequential damages.
  • Page 3 LICENSE GRANT. AMX grants to Licensee the non-exclusive right to use the AMX Software in the manner described in this License. The AMX Software is licensed, not sold. This license does not grant Licensee the right to create derivative works of the AMX Software.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Configuring for Standalone Operation ..............10 What You Will Need...................... 10 1. Prepare the Administrative Computer ..............10 2. Connect the NXA-WAP1000 to the Administrative Computer........11 3. Log Into the AP’s Web Interface ................11 4. Configure the Wireless Settings................12 Configure Common Wireless Settings................
  • Page 6 Resetting the AP to Factory Defaults ................49 Support Info ........................50 Saving a Copy of the Current Log to Your Computer ........... 50 Administration ......................51 Management ......................... 51 Diagnostics ........................53 Log ..........................54 NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 7: Nxa-Wapzd1000 Smart Wireless Access Point

    AMX NXA-WAPZD1000 Wireless LAN Zone Director. With a sleek modern design, small form factor, and Power over Ethernet (PoE), the NXA-WAP1000 can be mounted on the ceiling to maximize performance without disturbing aesthetics. The NXA-WAP1000 may be powered via PoE, or via the optional NXA- WAP1000 Power Supply (FG2255-61).

  • Page 8: Product Specifications

    • Off: The NXA-WAP1000 is not being managed by an NXA-WAPZD1000 (standalone mode). • Green: The NXA-WAP1000 is being managed by an NXA-WAPZD1000. • Slow flashing green (one flash every two seconds): The NXA-WAP1000 is being managed by an NXA-WAPZD1000, but is currently unable to communicate with it.

  • Page 9: Power

    • Not active at this time. Hard Reset: • Pressing, and then quickly releasing this internal button reboots the NXA-WAP1000. • Pressing and holding it for six seconds resets the NXA-WAP1000 to factory default settings. 10/100 Ports (2): • Two RJ-45 ports for 10/100Mbps connections.

  • Page 10: Reset Button

    Reset Button The Hard Reset button (FIG. 2) is used to restart the NXA-WAP1000 or to restore the factory default configuration. If you hold down the button for less than 10 seconds, the AP will perform a hardware reset. If you hold down the button for 10 seconds or more, any configuration changes you may have made are removed, and the factory default configuration is restored to the AP.

  • Page 11: Nxa-Wapzd1000 Installation

    Installing the AP away from obstructions and sources of interference and ensuring that the top of the AP is pointing in the general direction of its wireless clients is highly recommended (FIG. 1). When wall mounted, NXA-WAP1000 devices should be staggered to maximize coverage.
  • Page 12 NXA-WAPZD1000 Installation FIG. 1 Recommended ceiling mounting installation Care should be taken to consider vertical placement as well as horizontal placement to maximize coverage (FIG. 2). FIG. 2 Recommended wall mounting installation NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...
  • Page 13 NXA-WAPZD1000 Installation FIG. 3 Recommended wall mounting in a corridor (top view) NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 14: Preconfiguring The Nxa-Wap1000

    1. Connect the AP to a Power Source The NXA-WAP1000 is designed to be powered via Power Over Ethernet (PoE), thus removing the need for a standard power connection. However, certain circumstances may require use of the optional power supply. To...

  • Page 15: Connect The Ap To The Same Subnet As The Nxa-Wapzd1000

    2. Connect the AP to the Same Subnet as the NXA-WAPZD1000 If the NXA-WAP1000 is not receiving power via a PoE connection, connect one end of an Ethernet cable to a LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of the AP.

  • Page 16: Configuring For Standalone Operation

    Preconfiguring the NXA-WAP1000 Configuring for Standalone Operation This section describes the steps you need to complete to set up the NXA-WAP1000 in standalone mode. What You Will Need Before starting with the configuration task, make sure that you have the following items and applications ready: ...

  • Page 17: Connect The Nxa-Wap1000 To The Administrative Computer

    2. Connect the NXA-WAP1000 to the Administrative Computer Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet port on the NXA-WAP1000, and then connect the other end to the administrative computer’s Ethernet port. After a minute, the power LED on the AP will turn solid green.

  • Page 18: Configure The Wireless Settings

    These are the essential wireless settings that will enable wireless devices on the network to associate with the AP. Default Wireless Settings SSID (network name): Wireless 1 to Wireless 8 (8 WLANs) Encryption (security): Disabled on all WLANs Default management IP address: 192.168.0.1 NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 19: Configure Common Wireless Settings

    Clear the SSID box, and then type a unique and descriptive name that you want to use for this wireless network. For example, you can type “AMX Wireless AP”. This SSID is the name that will help users identify this wireless network in their wireless network connection application.

  • Page 20: Restore The Administrative Computer's Network Settings

    Properties dialog box. On the TCP/IP Properties dialog box, click OK to close it. Click OK again to close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box. You are now ready to connect the AP to your network. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 21: Verify Nxa-Wap1000 Operation

    Preconfiguring the NXA-WAP1000 Verify NXA-WAP1000 Operation Before deploying the AP to your environment, verifying that the NXA-WAP1000 is operating correctly is highly recommended. To do this, you will need to connect the AP to your live network temporarily and make sure that the network connection works and that wireless clients are able to associate with the AP and connect to your network and the Internet.

  • Page 22: Deploy The Access Point

    Once you have placed the AP at its installation location, you are ready to connect it to a power source and the network. The NXA-WAP1000 has the option of receiving power from a standard power supply, and it can also receive power from a PoE switch or injector. For information on how to make the PoE connections, refer to the documentation that was shipped with the PoE switch or injector.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Installation

    If all else fails, you can reset the AP to the factory defaults (and start over). Press and hold the Hard Reset button (FIG. 2) for at least eight (8) seconds. You can now reconnect your computer directly to the AP and then start over with installation, using the default network settings. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...
  • Page 24 Preconfiguring the NXA-WAP1000 NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 25: Browser-Based Configuration Pages

    Browser-Based Configuration Pages Logging into the Configuration Pages All setup and management of the NXA-WAP1000 is done through its Browser-Based Configuration Pages.If your wireless network will be managed by an NXA-WAPZD1000 ZoneDirector, you can manage APs through the ZoneDirector rather than logging into each AP’s Web interface individually.
  • Page 26 This large area displays features, options and indicators relevant to your menu bar choices. If the NXA-WAP1000 is connected to an NXA-WAPZD1000 ZoneDirector, the interface appearance will be dictated by the ZoneDirector. The Status: Device page will also display a link to the ZoneDirector in question.

  • Page 27: Status

    Browser-Based Configuration Pages Status The Status section of the Menu displays the current status and availability of the NXA-WAP1000. Device The Device page displays a general overview of the AP’s current status, including device name, serial number, MAC address, current software version, etc.

  • Page 28: Internet

    NTP server and connection type (method of obtaining an IP address -- DHCP or static IP). FIG. 9 Status - Internet page Internet Enable/Disable Auto-update: Click this button to allow or disable the ability for the NXA-WAP1000 to automatically update its settings and firmware. Gateway: The gateway address for the NXA-WAP1000. Primary DNS Server: The primary DNS server address for the NXA-WAP1000.

  • Page 29: Radio 2.4G

    Status - Radio 2.4G - Common page Radio 2.4G - Common Enable/Disable Auto-update: Click this button to allow or disable the ability for the NXA-WAP1000 to automatically update its settings and firmware. Tabs: These tabs access pages for common status settings within a network and within individual WLANs.
  • Page 30 Status - Radio 2.4G - WLAN page Radio 2.4G - WLAN Enable/Disable Auto-update: Click this button to allow or disable the ability for the NXA-WAP1000 to automatically update its settings and firmware. Tabs: These tabs access pages for common status settings within a network and within individual WLANs.

  • Page 31: Radio 5G

    Status - Radio 5G - Common page Radio 5G - Common Enable/Disable Auto-update: Click this button to allow or disable the ability for the NXA-WAP1000 to automatically update its settings and firmware. Tabs: These tabs access pages for common status settings within a network and within individual WLANs.

  • Page 32: Viewing Associated Wireless Clients

    Status - Radio 5G - Wireless page Status - Radio 5G - Wireless Page Enable/Disable Auto-update: Click this button to allow or disable the ability for the NXA-WAP1000 to automatically update its settings and firmware. Tabs: These tabs access pages for common status settings within a network and within individual WLANs.

  • Page 33: Configuration

    The Configuration section contains pages for initial configuration of the NXA-WAP1000. For more information on initial configuration, please refer to the Preconfiguring the NXA-WAP1000 section on page 8. If the NXA-WAP1000 is already configured, or if it is being managed by an NXA-WAPZD1000 ZoneDirector, this section will not be visible in the Browser-Based Configuration Pages.

  • Page 34: Internet

    Hostname of the Network Time Protocol (NTP) server. Connection Type: Select between DHCP and Static. Selecting Static allows the other fields to be edited. Update Settings: Click this button to save and apply your changes. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 35: Radio 2.4G

    The default setting is Full. Select the level of transmit power from the drop- down menu. This option sets the maximum transmit power level relative to the predefined power (this value differs according to the current country code). NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...
  • Page 36 Selecting the incorrect country or region may result in violation of applicable laws. If you purchased the NXA-WAP1000 in the United States, you do not need to manually set the country code. NXA-WAP1000s that are sold in the US are preconfigured with the correct country code and this setting cannot be changed.
  • Page 37 Using WPA encryption is highly recommended, as WEP has been proven to be easily circumvented. Update Settings: Click this button to save and apply your changes NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 38: Radio 5G

    • RTS/CTS: Choose this option to force both sending and receiving devices to confirm a data exchange on both ends before proceeding. AeroScout RFID Tag Click the Enable option to enable the AP to relay AeroScout RFID tag data. Detection: NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...
  • Page 39 Using WPA encryption is highly recommended, as WEP has been proven to be easily circumvented. Update Settings: Click this button to save and apply your changes NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 40: Vlan

    The port may automatically be marked as “tagged” where appropriate. Show me an example: Clicking the button labeled Show me an example opens a few sample configurations, with an explanation of what each shows. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 41: Setting Threshold Options

    Configuration - Radio 2.4G - Advanced - Wireless page Click Update Settings to save and apply the changes. A confirmation message appears at the top of the page. To reopen the previous page, click the Go back to Wireless Configuration link. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 42: Configuring Wlan Settings

    Review the WLAN options, and then make changes as required. When you are finished, click Update Settings to save and apply the changes. A confirmation message appears at the top of this page. Click Go back to Wireless Configuration to reopen the previous page. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 43: Using Wep

    WEP Key: Enter the key manually according to the Key Entry Method and Encryption Strength settings. Key Index: Choose the index, from “1” to “4”, that the WEP key is to be stored in. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...
  • Page 44 Review the encryption settings, and then make changes as required. Click Update Settings to save and apply the changes. A confirmation message appears at the top of the page. Click Go back to Wireless Configuration to reopen the previous page. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 45: Using Wpa

    (letters, numbers, hyphens and underscores). Click Update Settings to save and apply the changes. A confirmation message appears at the top of the page. Click Go back to Wireless Configuration to reopen the previous page. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 46: Customizing 802.1X Settings

    RADIUS accounting is 1813. Click Update Settings to save and apply the changes. A confirmation message appears at the top of this page. Click Go back to Wireless Configuration to reopen the previous page. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 47: Rate Limiting

    Set the maximum Downlink and Uplink rate per station, or leave disabled if you do not want to limit traffic rate per station in that direction. The table below updates to show the maximum transfer rates for each traffic type. Click Update Settings to save your changes. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 48: Controlling Access To The Wireless Network

    Click the Wireless # tab for the device for which you want to configure the access control settings. Click the Edit Settings button after Access Control. The Configuration :: Wireless :: Access Control :: Wireless # page appears (FIG. 26). FIG. 26 Configuration - Radio 5G - Access Control NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...
  • Page 49 You have completed adding an entry to the MAC address table. If you have additional MAC addresses you want included, click Add new entry, and then repeat these steps until you have entered all the stations you want, to a maximum of 128 rows. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 50: Disabling Wlan Access Restrictions

    Simply check the box under the Remove column for the MAC address entry you want to remove from the table, and then click Update. The page refreshes and the MAC address that you removed disappears from the list. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 51: Maintenance

    Maintenance The Maintenance section controls not only the ability to upgrade firmware and the ability for remote resetting or rebooting of an NXA-WAP1000, but also to send log information to a particular site for analysis. Upgrade You can use the Browser-Based Configuration Pages to check for software updates/upgrades for the firmware built into the AP.

  • Page 52: Upgrading Manually Via The Web

    Replace any file names ending in .fI7 with the .html extension Do not change the Username or Password entries. Click Perform Upgrade. A status bar appears during the upgrade process. After the upgrade is completed, you must manually reboot the NXA-WAP1000. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 53: Upgrading Manually Via Ftp Or Tftp

    After the upgrade is completed, you must manually reboot the AP. Scheduling an Automatic Upgrade In the Upgrade Method options, click the button for your preferred choice. Enter the appropriate information in the Host name field or IP address field. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...
  • Page 54 Click Save parameters only. The clock starts right away, and the actual upgrade will occur at the first effective interval. After you click one of these two options, a status bar appears during the upgrade process. When the upgrade is complete, the AP will reboot automatically. NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...

  • Page 55: Reboot / Reset

    You can also check the LEDs on the AP to verify the status of the device. Resetting the AP to Factory Defaults DO NOT reset the AP to factory defaults unless you are directed to do so by AMX or Ruckus Wireless support staff or by a network administrator. Do this only if you are...

  • Page 56: Support Info

    You can also save a copy of the current log to your own computer, if needed. This should be done if copies of the current log need to be E-mailed to AMX Technical Support. Go to Maintenance > Support Info. The Maintenance :: Support Info workspace appears.

  • Page 57: Administration

    Browser-Based Configuration Pages Administration The Administration section contains tools for assisting with diagnosis of NXA-WAP1000 issues. Management In addition to managing the AP via a Web browser through HTTPS, several other management access options are available on the AP. These options include management access via HTTP, Telnet, and SSH.
  • Page 58 Browser-Based Configuration Pages Administration - Management page (Cont.) TR069 / SNMP Management Choice: Auto: Enables the NXA-WAP1000 device to connect to either an SNMP server, an NXA-WAPZD1000 ZoneDirector, or a Ruckus Wireless FlexMaster. SNMP only: Only allow SNMP management. FlexMaster only: Only allow FlexMaster management.

  • Page 59: Diagnostics

    Browser-Based Configuration Pages Diagnostics Two network connection diagnostic tools – PING and traceroute – have been built into the NXA-WAP1000 to help you check network connections from the Browser-Based Configuration Pages (FIG. 35). FIG. 35 Administration - Diagnostics page Diagnostics Ping: Type the network address of a site to which you wish to connect.

  • Page 60: Log

    Browser-Based Configuration Pages If you have a syslog server on the network, you can configure the NXA-WAP1000 to send the device logs to the server. You will need to enable logging (logging is disabled by default), and then configure the Access Point to send logs to the syslog server via the Administration :: Log page (FIG.
  • Page 61 Browser-Based Configuration Pages NXA-WAP1000 Smart Wireless Access Point...
  • Page 62 - Schedules and registration for any AMX University course - Travel and hotel information - Your individual certification requirements and progress 3000 RESEARCH DRIVE, RICHARDSON, TX 75082 USA • 800.222.0193 • 469.624.8000 • 469-624-7153 fax • 800.932.6993 technical support • www.amx.com...

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