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NETGEAR WAC720 User Manual

NETGEAR WAC720
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350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
March 2016
202-11624-04
ProSAFE Dual-Band Wireless AC
Access Points WAC720 and WAC730
User Manual

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NETGEAR WAC720 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelWAC720
Wireless Standard802.11ac
MU-MIMOYes
BeamformingYes
Frequency Bands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
PoE Support802.3af
AntennasInternal
Wireless SecurityWPA, WPA2
MountingCeiling, Wall
Operating Temperature0 to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
ManagementWeb-based GUI
Ethernet Ports2 x Gigabit Ethernet

Summary

Hardware Setup

Unpack Your Access Point

Details the items included in the product package and initial checks.

Hardware Description

Describes the physical components and LEDs of the access point.

Initial Setup

What You Need Before You Begin

Outlines system requirements and guidelines for successful initial setup.

Install and Configure the Access Point

Guides through the process of installing and configuring the access point for network connectivity.

Connect the Access Point to a Computer

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the access point to a computer for initial setup.

Log In to the Access Point

Explains how to access the access point's web management interface for configuration.

Mount the Access Point

Provides instructions for physically installing the access point on a ceiling or wall.

WiFi Configuration and Security

WiFi Data Security Options

Explains various methods to enhance WiFi network security.

WiFi Security Profiles

Details configuring unique security settings, authentication, and encryption.

Configure and Enable WiFi Security Profiles

Step-by-step guide to set up and enable WiFi security profiles.

Management and Monitoring

Enable Remote Management

Covers SNMP, Secure Shell (SSH), and Telnet for remote access and management.

Upgrade the Access Point Software

Instructions for upgrading firmware and managing configuration files or defaults.

Manage User Accounts

Details on adding, changing, and deleting user accounts with different privileges.

Monitor the Access Point

Guides on viewing system info, dashboards, logs, and traffic statistics.

Set Up and Manage Ensembles

Explains setting up, managing, and monitoring access point ensembles.

Advanced Configuration

Configure IPv6 Settings

Covers IPv6 settings, Spanning Tree Protocol, VLANs, and LLDP configuration.

Configure Advanced WiFi Settings

Details advanced WiFi features like beacon interval, AMPDU, and client limits.

Configure Advanced Quality of Service Settings

Guides on setting up QoS policies, EDCA parameters for traffic prioritization.

Manage Captive Portals

Guides on setting up captive portals for user authentication and splash pages.

Configure WiFi Bridging

Explains configuring point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless bridges.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot the Basic Functions

Helps diagnose issues with power, LEDs, and basic access point functions.

You Cannot Access the Internet or the LAN From a WiFi Computer

Addresses problems accessing the device via browser or network connectivity.

Troubleshoot a TCP/IP Network Using the Ping Utility

Utilizes ping and packet capture tools to diagnose network and traffic issues.

Supplemental Information

Technical Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the access point models.

Factory Default Settings

Details the default configuration settings that can be restored via a hard reset.

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