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ZyXEL Communications NWA50AX User Manual

ZyXEL Communications NWA50AX
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User’s Guide
NWA50AX
802.11ax (WiFi6) Dual-Radio PoE Access Point
Copyright © 2021 Zyxel and/ or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
Management IP
Address
http://DHCP-assigned IP
OR
http://192.168.1.2
User Name admin
Password 1234
Version 6.20 Edition 1, 5/2021

Table of Contents

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ZyXEL Communications NWA50AX Specifications

General IconGeneral
2.4 GHzYes
MIMO typeMulti User MIMO
Networking standardsIEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.3at
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate1775 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate (5 GHz)1200 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate (2.4 GHz)575 Mbit/s
Storage temperature (T-T)-40 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 50 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Input current0.3 A
Output current1.5 A
Output voltage12 V
AC input voltage100 - 240 V
AC input frequency50 - 60 Hz
Number of products included1 pc(s)
Security algorithmsWPA, WPA2, WPA3
Antenna typeInternal
Antenna gain level (max)4 dBi
PlacementCeiling, Wall
Product colorWhite
USB 2.0 ports quantity-
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Country of originChina
Master (outer) case width315 mm
Master (outer) case height332 mm
Master (outer) case length483 mm
Master (outer) case weight13000 g
Harmonized System (HS) code85176990
Quantity per master (outer) case20 pc(s)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width140 mm
Height37.5 mm
Weight290 g

Summary

Document Conventions

Warnings and Notes

Explains how warnings and notes are presented in the guide.

Syntax Conventions

Details conventions for syntax used in the guide.

Icons Used in Figures

Illustrates generic icons used throughout the guide.

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Overview

Introduces the Zyxel Device's management methods and wireless capabilities.

1.2 Zyxel Device Roles

Describes the different roles a Zyxel Device can perform within a network.

1.2.3 Radio Frequency (RF) Monitor

Describes using the Zyxel Device as an RF monitor to detect APs.

1.3 Sample Feature Applications

Presents scenarios and topologies for Zyxel Device setup.

1.4 Zyxel Device Product Feature

Lists and describes the features of the Zyxel Device.

Chapter 2 AP Management

2.1 Management Mode

Explains the management modes for the Zyxel Device (NCC or Standalone).

2.3 Zyxel One Network (ZON) Utility

Introduces ZON Utility for efficient device deployment and management.

2.5 Good Habits for Managing the Zyxel Device

Provides best practices for secure and effective device management.

Chapter 3 Hardware

3.1 Zyxel Device Single LED

Explains the function and control of the Zyxel Device's single LED.

3.1.1 Zyxel Device LED

Details the LED indicators and their meanings.

Chapter 4 Web Configurator

4.1 Overview

Introduces the HTML-based management interface and browser requirements.

4.2 Accessing the Web Configurator

Steps to connect to and access the Web Configurator.

4.3 Navigating the Web Configurator

Explains how to navigate the Web Configurator interface.

4.3.5 Tables and Lists

Information on manipulating tables and lists in the Web Configurator.

Chapter 5 Standalone Configuration

5.1 Overview

Introduces standalone mode and connecting wireless clients.

5.2 Starting and Stopping the Zyxel Device

Provides methods for safely starting and stopping the Zyxel Device.

Chapter 6 Dashboard

6.1 Overview

Describes the dashboard displaying device information and status widgets.

6.1.1 CPU Usage

Displays a chart of the Zyxel Device's recent CPU usage.

Chapter 7 Setup Wizard

7.2 Using the Wizard

Guides through configuring IP address, time, and radio settings.

7.2.4 Step 4 SSID

Enables, disables, or edits SSID profiles for wireless networks.

Chapter 8 Monitor

8.3 Network Status

Displays Ethernet interface information and packet statistics.

8.4 Radio List

Shows statistics for the Zyxel Device's wireless radio transmitters.

8.5 Station List

Displays statistics for associated wireless clients.

8.7 Detected Device

Views information about surrounding APs to mark as Rogue or Friendly.

8.8 View Log

Accesses system and debugging logs for viewing and analysis.

Chapter 9 Network

9.2 IP Setting

Configures the Zyxel Device's LAN IP address.

9.3 VLAN

Discusses how to configure the Zyxel Device's VLAN settings.

9.4 NCC Discovery

Configures proxy server settings for NCC discovery.

Chapter 10 Wireless

10.2 AP Management

Manages general wireless settings for the Zyxel Device.

10.3 Rogue AP

Enables Rogue AP Detection and manages AP lists.

10.4 DCS

Configures dynamic radio channel selection.

Chapter 11 User

11.2 User Summary

Displays a summary of all user accounts.

11.3 Setting

Controls default settings, login, lockout, and other user preferences.

Chapter 12 AP Profile

12.2 Radio

Allows creation of radio profiles for Zyxel Device transmitters.

12.3 SSID

Configures SSID lists, security lists, and MAC filter lists.

12.4 Security List

Manages wireless security configurations for SSIDs.

12.5 MAC Filter List

Manages security configurations using MAC addresses for SSIDs.

Chapter 13 MON Profile

13.2 MON Profile

Creates preset monitor mode configurations for APs.

Chapter 14 WDS Profile

14.2 WDS Profile

Manages and creates WDS profiles for APs.

Chapter 15 Certificates

15.1 Overview

Explains using certificates for user authentication.

15.2 My Certificates

Displays a summary list of certificates and certification requests.

15.3 Trusted Certificates

Displays certificates accepted as trusted by the Zyxel Device.

15.4 Technical Reference

Provides technical information on OCSP for certificate validation.

Chapter 16 System

16.2 Host Name

Configures a unique name for the Zyxel Device on the network.

16.3 Date and Time

Sets the system time and date, manually or via a time server.

16.4 WWW Overview

Explains secure and insecure management access via WAN.

16.5 SSH

Guides on using SSH for secure command-line access.

16.6 FTP

Uploads and downloads firmware and configuration files using FTP.

Chapter 17 Log and Report

17.2 Log Setting

Controls log messages, alerts, and e-mail configurations.

17.2.2 Edit System Log Settings

Configures detailed settings for system logs and e-mail profiles.

17.2.3 Edit Remote Server

Controls settings for each log entry on a remote syslog server.

Chapter 18 File Manager

18.2 Configuration File

Stores, runs, and names configuration files, allowing download/upload.

18.3 Firmware Package

Checks current firmware version and uploads new firmware.

18.4 Shell Script

Uses shell scripts for device commands and configuration.

Chapter 19 Diagnostics

19.2 Diagnostics

Generates a file with configuration and diagnostic information for support.

19.3 Remote Capture

Captures network traffic for analysis with packet analyzers.

Chapter 20 LEDs

20.2 Suppression Screen

Controls how device LEDs behave after the device is ready.

20.3 Locator Screen

Identifies the device's location in the network by blinking the Locator LED.

Chapter 21 Reboot

21.2 Reboot

Allows remote users to restart the Zyxel Device.

Chapter 22 Shutdown

22.2 Shutdown

Shuts down the Zyxel Device by writing cached data and stopping processes.

Chapter 23 Cloud Mode

23.1 Overview

Describes device management and provisioning via NCC in cloud mode.

23.2 Cloud Mode Web Configurator Screens

Lists available Web Configurator screens in NCC managed mode.

Chapter 24 Network

24.2 IP Setting

Configures the Zyxel Device's LAN IP address.

24.3 VLAN

Discusses configuring the Zyxel Device's VLAN settings.

Chapter 25 Maintenance

25.2 Shell Script

Stores, names, downloads, uploads, and runs shell script files.

25.3 Diagnostics

Generates a diagnostic file for customer support troubleshooting.

25.4 View Log

Views current log messages when disconnected from NCC.

Chapter 26 Troubleshooting

26.2 Power, Hardware Connections, and LED

Addresses issues related to power, connections, and LED behavior.

26.3 Zyxel Device Management, Access, and Login

Troubleshoots issues with IP address, access, and login.

26.4 Internet Access

Troubleshoots client inability to access the Internet.

26.5 WiFi Network

Troubleshoots WLAN access and security issues.

26.6 Resetting the Zyxel Device

Procedure to reset the Zyxel Device to factory default settings.

Appendix A Importing Certificates

Export a Certificate

Guides on exporting a certificate from the Web Configurator.

Import a Certificate

Installs a certificate as a trusted root certification authority.

Appendix B IPv6

IPv6 Addressing

Explains IPv6 address formats and abbreviations.

Stateless Autoconfiguration

Describes automatic IPv6 address generation without DHCP server.

Appendix C Customer Support

Required Information

Lists necessary information to provide when contacting support.

Appendix D Legal Information

FCC EMC Statement

Details FCC compliance and operational conditions for the device.

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