Connect the AP to a routing device and log
in for the first time
Use this procedure for the setups that are described in the following table:
Table 3. WiFi setups behind a routing device with the AP functioning in AP mode
What you wantWhat you have
Add WiFi 6 to your home or officeBroadband, cable, or DSL device with WiFi (router)
Add WiFi 6 to your home or officeGateway or regular router in your network
Set up a WiFi 6 hotspot on an existing network.Ethernet wall outlet with Internet service
You can also connect the AP to a switch or hub that is connected to one of the devices
described in the previous table.
It is not common, but if your network includes an independent DHCP server, connect
the AP to a switch or hub that is connected to the DHCP server.
Figure 4. Connect the AP to a broadband, cable, or DSL router
Figure 5. Connect the AP to an existing router in your network
User Manual24Installation and Initial Log-in
WiFi 6 AX1800 Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAX204