Edimax EW-7228APn - User Manual

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EW-7228APn
User Manual
08-2012 / v1.1

Summary

I. Product Information

1-1. Package Contents

Lists items included in the product package before initial use.

1-2. Description

Describes the front and back panels of the access point, including LED indicators and ports.

1-3. Safety Information

1-4. System Requirements

II. Quick Installation

II-1. Mac

Guides Mac users through the initial setup process for the access point.

II-2. Windows

Guides Windows users through the initial setup process using the included CD and setup wizard.

II-3. Access Point Mode

Explains how to configure the access point to function as a standard access point.

II-4. AP Client Mode

Details the steps to configure the access point to connect to an existing wireless network as a client.

II-5. Repeater Mode (Wi-Fi Extender)

Outlines the configuration for using the device as a Wi-Fi range extender.

II-6. Hardware Installation

Provides instructions on physically installing the access point in its final location after configuration.

III. Browser Based Configuration Interface

III-1. Home

Introduces the main configuration interface, including navigation categories and the status display.

III-3. WPS Setting

Explains Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for easy connection building without encryption mode selection.

III-4. Advanced Setting

For experienced users to configure advanced features that may affect performance.

III-5. Security

Covers wireless security options like WEP, WPA, and 802.1x to protect the network from intruders.

III-6. MAC Filtering

Allows defining a list of permitted wireless devices using their unique MAC addresses for access control.

III-8. Configuration Tool

Offers features to back up, restore, or reset the access point's configurations to factory defaults.

III-9. Upgrade

Allows updating the system firmware to the latest version from the Edimax website.

III-10. Reset

Explains how to reset the access point to factory default settings if it malfunctions or becomes unresponsive.

III-2. Basic Settings

III-2-1. AP Mode

Configures the device to act as a bridge between wireless devices and a wired Ethernet network.

III-2-2. Station Infrastructure Mode

Configures the device to act as a wireless client for Ethernet-only devices.

III-2-3. AP Bridge-Point to Point Mode

Connects two wireless access points and their wired clients, linking two isolated networks.

III-2-4. AP Bridge-Point to Multi-Point Mode

Connects up to four wireless access points and their clients, linking multiple isolated networks.

III-2-5. AP Bridge-WDS

Similar to AP Bridge-Multi-Point, but not bridge-dedicated, allowing wireless clients simultaneously.

III-2-6. Universal Repeater Mode

Extends Wi-Fi coverage by acting as both a client and an access point.

III-5. Security

III-5-1. Disable

Disables wireless encryption, allowing anyone with the SSID to connect; not recommended.

III-5-2. Enable 802.1 x Authentication

Enables 802.1x authentication using a RADIUS server for enhanced user authentication.

III-5-3. WEP

Describes WEP encryption, a simple but less secure option, supporting up to 54Mbps.

III-5-4. WPA Pre-Shared Key

Recommends WPA pre-shared key for secure encryption, supporting WPA2/AES for better protection.

III-5-5. WPA Radius

Combines WPA encryption with RADIUS authentication for client identity verification via a user database.

III-7. System Utility

III-7-1. Password Settings

Allows changing the login password for the browser-based configuration interface for security.

III-7-2. Management IP

Enables modification of the access point's IP address, subnet mask, and gateway for network integration.

III-7-3. DHCP Server

Configures the access point to act as a DHCP server, automatically assigning IP addresses to network devices.

IV. APPENDIX

IV-1. Configuring your IP address

Provides step-by-step instructions for setting up static IP addresses on PCs and Macs.

IV-2. How to Find your Network Security Key

Offers methods to retrieve the Wi-Fi network security key for Windows and Mac operating systems.

IV-3. Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common scenarios where the access point or wireless connection may not be functioning correctly.

IV-4. Glossary

Defines technical terms and acronyms used throughout the manual for better understanding.

IV-5. Technical Support

Lists contact information for Edimax technical support across various global offices for assistance.

IV-1-1. Windows XP

IV-1-2. Windows Vista

IV-1-3. Windows 7

IV-1-4. Mac OS

IV-2-1. Windows 7 & Windows Vista

IV-2-2. Mac

Edimax EW-7228APn Specifications

General

Frequency band	2.4 GHz
Ethernet LAN data rates	100 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate	150 Mbit/s
Antenna type	External
Antenna connector type	RP-SMA
Antenna gain level (max)	3 dBi
Wireless technology	801.11b/g/n
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	5
Security algorithms	128-bit AES, 128-bit WEP, 256-bit AES, 64-bit WEP, SSID, WDS, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2, WPA2-PSK
Internal	No

Weight and Dimensions

Dimensions (WxDxH)	26 x 136 x 90 mm