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ZyXEL Communications NWA5121-N User Manual

ZyXEL Communications NWA5121-N
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NWA5000/WAC6500 Series
NWA5121-N / NWA5121-NI / NWA5123-NI / NWA5301-NJ / WAC6502D-E /
WAC6502D-S / WAC6503D-S / WAC6553D-E
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Unified Access Point
Version 4.20
Edition 1, 10/2014
Copyright © 2014 ZyXEL Communications Corporation
User’s Guide
Default Login Details
LAN IP Address http://192.168.1.2
User Name admin
Password 1234

Table of Contents

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ZyXEL Communications NWA5121-N Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency band2.412 - 2.472 GHz
Networking standardsIEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.1ag, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3u
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate300 Mbit/s
Quality of Service (QoS) supportYes
InternalNo
WAN connectionEthernet (RJ-45)
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Security algorithmsWEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA2-PSK
Package depth207 mm
Package width282 mm
Package height71 mm
Storage temperature (T-T)-30 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 50 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Input current1 A
AC input voltage12 V
Antenna featuresDetachable antenna
Antennas quantity2
Antenna gain level (max)3 dBi
Harmonized System (HS) code85176990
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width130 mm
Height54.5 mm
Weight610 g

Summary

Introduction to NWA5000/WAC6500 Series

Management Mode Overview

Explains NWA/WAC operating modes: standalone AP and managed AP.

Device Startup and Shutdown Procedures

Explains the procedures for safely starting and stopping the device.

Web Configurator Navigation and Usage

Accessing the Web Configurator

Guides users on how to access the Web Configurator interface.

Dashboard Features and Monitoring

Dashboard Overview

Describes the main Dashboard screen displaying device info, system status, and resource usage.

Network Configuration and Management

Management Mode Configuration

Discusses NWA/WAC participation in standalone or CAPWAP network modes.

IP Address Settings

Guides users on configuring the IP address for the NWA/WAC.

VLAN Configuration

Details NWA/WAC VLAN settings for network segmentation.

AP Controller Discovery Settings

Configures AC Discovery for NWA/WAC management by an AP controller.

Wireless Network Configuration

AP Management Settings

Manages the NWA/WAC's general wireless settings.

Wireless Load Balancing

Configures network traffic load balancing between APs.

User Account Management

User Settings Configuration

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

AP Profile Configuration

Radio Profile Setup

Creates radio profiles for configuring the NWA/WAC's radio transmitter(s).

SSID Profile Configuration

Configures profiles for wireless network signals broadcast by APs.

Security List Management

Manages wireless security configurations used by SSIDs.

WDS Profile Configuration

Certificate Management

System Settings and Configuration

SSH Secure Shell Configuration

Details using SSH for secure access to the NWA/WAC command line.

Log and Report Management

Log Settings Configuration

Controls log messages and alerts, including email and syslog settings.

File Management Operations

Configuration File Management

Stores, names, downloads, and uploads configuration files.

Firmware Package Management

Checks firmware version and uploads firmware to the NWA/WAC.

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Tools

Diagnostics Information Collection

Generates a file with configuration and diagnostic info for support.

Device Reboot and Shutdown

Rebooting the Device

Allows remote users to restart the NWA/WAC device.

Shutting Down the Device

Provides instructions to shut down the NWA/WAC device properly.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power, Hardware, and LED Issues

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

Access and Login Problems

Troubleshoots issues accessing the device's login screen or interface.

Resetting the NWA/WAC to Factory Defaults

Guides on resetting the NWA/WAC to its factory default settings.

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