Edimax EW-7438AC User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Michael TravisAug 1, 2025
Why can't I establish a connection to my Edimax EW-7438AC?
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  lmezaAug 2, 2025
  If you're having trouble connecting to your Edimax Wireless Access Point, there are several things to check. First, if encryption is enabled, double-check your WEP or WPA passphrase settings on your wireless client, noting that passwords are case-sensitive. Make sure the “Caps Lock” light is not illuminated. Additionally, try moving closer to the wireless extender or power-cycling the device by switching it off and then back on after 10 seconds. Also, verify the extender is correctly inserted into a power socket.
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Brittany MorenoAug 9, 2025
What to do if I can't log onto the browser-based configuration interface of my Edimax Wireless Access Point?
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  melanie58Aug 9, 2025
  First, ensure the extender is properly inserted into a power socket and check the LEDs. If the extender was just switched off or restarted, allow 2 minutes for initialization before trying again. Also, verify you're using the correct URL: http://edimaxext.setup. If problems persist, ensure that all other Wi-Fi/Ethernet adapters are disabled or disconnected. If you still can't log in, and you don't know your password, restore the device to factory settings.
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Leslie HutchinsonAug 16, 2025
How to fix slow file downloads on Edimax Wireless Access Point?
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  beth16Aug 16, 2025
  If your file downloads are slow or frequently interrupted when using your Edimax Wireless Access Point, try resetting the wireless extender. If the problem persists, it may be due to technical difficulties or high usage on your local network, so try again later. Changing the channel number may also help.

Edimax EW-7438AC Specifications

General

Wi-Fi	Yes
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Cabling technology	10/100Base-T(X)
Security algorithms	802.1x RADIUS, 64-bit WEP, WPA2-PSK, 128-bit WEP, WPS, WPA-PSK
Networking standards	IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.11g
Wi-Fi data rate (max)	750 Mbit/s
Certification	FCC, CE
Product color	White
Antennas quantity	3
Input current	0.16 A
AC input voltage	100-240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Power over Ethernet (PoE)	No
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 %
USB 2.0 ports quantity	0
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
Type	Network transmitter & receiver