NETGEAR WAX202 - Chapter 1 Introduction

Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Additional documentation...................................................................9
Unique features for each model.........................................................9
Position the AP......................................................................................9
Safety instructions and warnings for an indoor access point........11
Chapter 2 Hardware Overview Model WAX202
Front panel with LEDs........................................................................14
Back panel...........................................................................................16
AP label................................................................................................17
Chapter 3 Hardware Overview Model WAX206
Front panel with LEDs........................................................................19
Back panel...........................................................................................21
AP label................................................................................................22
Chapter 4 Installation and Initial Login
What WiFi setup do you want?.........................................................24
About AP mode and router mode...................................................24
Setup with an Ethernet wall outlet....................................................25
Connect the AP to a routing device and log in for the first time...26
Connect the AP to a modem and log in for the first time..............30
How the operation mode affects how you can reach the local
browser UI...........................................................................................33
Find the IP address of the AP when you cannot use
routerlogin.net....................................................................................34
Log in to the AP after you complete the initial log-in process......36
Change the language........................................................................37
Connect a wired or WiFi device to the AP’s network after
installation...........................................................................................37
Join a WiFi network on the AP.....................................................38
Connect to the AP through an Ethernet cable...........................39
Routing features enabled in router mode.......................................39
Dismiss a browser security warning.................................................39
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