EnGenius EnStation 6 User Manual

EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX
User Manual
EnStation 6 | ENH500-AX User Manual
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.
IMPORTANT
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
Table of Contents
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

EnGenius EnStation 6 Specifications

General

Ethernet Ports	1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps
Wireless Standard	802.11ac
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Maximum Data Rate	300 Mbps
PoE Support	802.3af
Wireless Mode	Access Point, Client
Operating Modes	Access Point, Client
Security	WPA/WPA2

Summary

EnStation 6 Hardware

Hardware Installation EnStation 6

ENH500-AX Hardware

Hardware Installation ENH500-AX

Configuring Your Access Point

Web Interface Configuration

Guides users through accessing and configuring the device via its web-based interface using a browser.

EnWiFi App Configuration

Explains how to download and use the EnWiFi mobile app for device configuration and management.

Building a Wireless Network

Access Point Mode

Describes the device's operation as a central connection point for wireless clients and stations.

Station Mode

Explains how the device functions as a wireless adapter to connect to an existing access point.

WDS Operation Modes

WDS Access Point Mode

Details how the device can connect wirelessly to other devices using WDS technology as an access point.

WDS Station Mode

Explains how the device expands WDS by receiving and sharing wireless signals via the Ethernet port.

WDS Repeater Mode

Describes how the device extends Wi-Fi coverage by amplifying and re-transmitting signals.

Network Configuration

Basic IP Settings

Allows modification of the device's IP settings, including IPv4 and IPv6 configurations.

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) Settings

Wireless Connection Settings

Wireless Settings

Manages various wireless parameters like Device Name, SSID, Channel, Transmit Power, and Bit Rate.

Wireless Network Modes

Allows selection of Operation Mode (AP, Station, Repeater, WDS) and configuration of Channel HT for optimal transmission.

Wireless Setting-5GHz

SSID and Security Profiles

SSID Profile Management

Wireless Security Configuration

Sets up security modes like WPA2-PSK/Enterprise, encryption, and Radius server details.

Advanced Wireless Security and Traffic

Performance Testing and Updates

Speed Test Parameters

Account and Firmware Management

Backup, Restore, and Logging

Backup/Restore Settings

Allows saving and reloading device configurations, or restoring to factory/user defaults.

EnWiFi App Features

Single and Group Configuration

Details how to configure single devices or groups of devices using the EnWiFi app for wireless, network, and system settings.

Device Management and Backup/Restore

EnWiFi App: WDS Link and Group Setup

WDS Link Configuration

Guides users on setting up WDS links for peer-to-peer connections by configuring SSID and security.

Group Configuration Steps

Details the process for selecting operation mode, radio, and checking status for group device configuration.

EnWiFi App: Network and AP Connection

Network Settings via EnWiFi App

Client Bridge to Access Point Connection

Guides on connecting client bridge devices to an access point mode device using the EnWiFi app.

EnWiFi App: WDS Modes Configuration

WDS AP Mode Setup

Details setting the operation mode to WDS AP and configuring wireless settings for connected STA devices.

WDS STA Mode Setup

Explains selecting WDS STA mode and choosing an AP to connect, followed by wireless configuration.

EnWiFi App: Device Discovery and Monitoring

Discovering and Accessing Devices

Monitor & Management of Clients

EnWiFi App: Backup and Restore

Backup Current Settings

Creates a configuration file from current settings to apply to other devices quickly.

Restore Device Configuration

Restores device configurations from a backup file to ensure consistent settings across devices.