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ZyXEL Communications WAC500 User Manual

ZyXEL Communications WAC500
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Default Login Details
User’s Guide
NWA/WAC/WAX Series
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Access Point
Copyright © 2022 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 6.40 Edition 1, 6/2022

Table of Contents

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ZyXEL Communications WAC500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
5 GHzYes
MIMO typeMulti User MIMO
Cabling technology10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Networking standardsIEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate866 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate (2.4 GHz)300 Mbit/s
Security algorithmsWEP, WPA, WPA2-PSK, WPA3
USB 2.0 ports quantity-
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Input current0.3 A
Output current1 A
Output voltage12 V
AC input voltage100 - 240 V
AC input frequency50 - 60 Hz
Product colorWhite
Antenna typeInternal
Storage temperature (T-T)-40 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 50 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Number of products included1 pc(s)
Harmonized System (HS) code85176990
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width140 mm
Height37.5 mm
Weight550 g

Summary

User's Guide

Default Login Details

Provides default login credentials (username and password) for accessing the device.

CHAPTER 1 Introduction

1.1 Overview

Introduces the guide, supported models, and management methods (NCC, AC, Standalone).

1.2 Zyxel Device Product Feature Comparison

Compares features across different Zyxel Device models in tabular format.

1.3 Zyxel Device Roles

Describes various roles a Zyxel Device can perform in a network (AP, RF Monitor, Root AP, Repeater).

1.3.1 Root AP

Explains the configuration and function of a Zyxel Device operating as a Root AP.

1.3.2 Wireless Repeater

Details the functionality and configuration of a Zyxel Device operating as a Wireless Repeater.

1.3.3 Radio Frequency (RF) Monitor

Describes how to use the Zyxel Device as an RF monitor to detect rogue APs.

1.4.1 MBSSID

Explains how to configure multiple SSIDs (virtual APs) for different network segments.

CHAPTER 2 AP Management

2.1 Management Mode

Discusses the different modes for managing the Zyxel Device (NCC, AP Controller, Standalone).

2.1.2 Nebula Control Center

Describes managing the device via the Nebula cloud-based network management system.

2.1.3 AP Controller (AC)

Details managing the Zyxel Device through an AP Controller (AC) like ZyWALL ATP/VPN, USG FLEX, or NXC.

2.5 Good Habits for Managing the Zyxel Device

Provides recommendations for secure and effective device management practices.

CHAPTER 3 Hardware

CHAPTER 4 Web Configurator

4.2 Accessing the Web Configurator

Guides on how to access the Web Configurator, including IP address and browser requirements.

CHAPTER 5 Standalone Configuration

5.2 Starting and Stopping the Zyxel Device

Provides methods to start, stop, reboot, and reset the Zyxel Device safely.

CHAPTER 6 Dashboard

CHAPTER 7 Setup Wizard

7.2 Using the Wizard

Details the steps involved in using the Setup Wizard for device configuration.

7.2.2 Step 2 Password and Uplink Connection

Covers setting the device password and configuring uplink connection (DHCP or Static IP).

7.2.3 Step 3 SSID

Explains how to enable, disable, or edit SSID profiles within the Setup Wizard.

CHAPTER 8 Monitor

8.3 Network Status

Displays general Ethernet interface information and packet statistics.

8.7 Detected Device

Displays information about surrounding APs that can be marked as Rogue or Friendly.

8.8 View Log

Displays system log messages and alerts, with options for filtering and exporting.

CHAPTER 9 Network

9.1.1 AP Controller Management

Discusses using the Zyxel Device with an AP Controller for managing APs.

9.2 IP Setting

Guides on configuring the Zyxel Device’s LAN IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

9.3 VLAN

Explains how to configure VLAN settings for network segmentation and management.

9.5 AC (AP Controller) Discovery

Guides on configuring AC Discovery settings to manage the Zyxel Device via an AP Controller.

9.6 NCC Discovery

Explains configuring Nebula Control Center (NCC) discovery and proxy server settings.

CHAPTER 10 Wireless

10.2 AP Management

Guides on managing general WiFi settings for the Zyxel Device.

10.3 Rogue AP

Explains how to enable Rogue AP Detection and manage rogue/friendly AP lists.

10.4 Load Balancing

Guides on configuring wireless network traffic load balancing between APs.

CHAPTER 11 Bluetooth

11.2 Bluetooth Advertising Settings

Guides on configuring up to five beacon IDs for the advertising packet.

CHAPTER 12 User

12.2.1 Add/Edit User

Guides on creating new user accounts or editing existing ones.

CHAPTER 13 AP Profile

13.2 Radio

Explains how to create radio profiles, including band, mode, and channel settings.

13.3 SSID

Describes how to configure SSID profiles for wireless networks.

13.4 Security List

Allows management of wireless security configurations (encryption, authentication) for SSIDs.

13.5 MAC Filter List

Allows management of MAC filtering profiles to control network access based on MAC addresses.

13.6 Layer-2 Isolation List

Explains how to prevent WiFi clients from communicating with each other on the network.

CHAPTER 14 MON Profile

14.2 MON Profile

Explains how to create monitor mode configurations for APs.

CHAPTER 15 WDS Profile

15.2 WDS Profile

Explains how to manage and create WDS profiles for APs.

CHAPTER 16 Certificates

16.2 My Certificates

Displays a summary list of certificates and certification requests.

16.2.3 Import Certificates

Guides on importing certificates from a file into the Zyxel Device.

16.3 Trusted Certificates

Displays a summary list of certificates trusted by the Zyxel Device.

CHAPTER 17 System

17.4 Date and Time

Guides on setting the Zyxel Device’s time and date accurately, manually or via time server.

17.5.3 HTTPS

Explains HTTPS for secure Web Configurator sessions, including SSL/TLS and certificates.

17.6 SSH

Explains using SSH for secure command-line access to the Zyxel Device.

17.6.4 Configuring SSH

Guides on configuring Secure Shell (SSH) settings for the Zyxel Device.

17.7 FTP

Explains using FTP for firmware and configuration file transfer, including TLS security.

17.8 SNMP

Introduces SNMP for network device management and monitoring.

17.8.3 Configuring SNMP

Guides on configuring SNMP settings and user profiles for SNMPv3 access.

CHAPTER 18 Log and Report

18.2 Email Daily Report

Guides on configuring daily reports to be sent via email, including report items and schedule.

18.3 Log Setting

Controls system log settings, including email and remote syslog server configurations.

CHAPTER 19 File Manager

19.2 Configuration File

Guides on storing, renaming, removing, downloading, copying, and applying configuration files.

19.3 Firmware Package

Explains how to check the current firmware version and upload new firmware.

19.4 Shell Script

Guides on creating, storing, downloading, uploading, and running shell script files.

CHAPTER 20 Diagnostics

20.2 Diagnostics

Guides on generating configuration and diagnostic information files for support.

20.3 Remote Capture

Explains how to capture network traffic for analysis using packet analyzers.

CHAPTER 22 Antenna Switch

22.2 Antenna Switch Screen

Guides on accessing and using the Antenna Switch screen for orientation settings.

CHAPTER 23 Reboot

23.2 Reboot

Guides on restarting the Zyxel Device via the Web Configurator or CLI.

CHAPTER 24 Shutdown

24.2 Shutdown

Guides on shutting down the Zyxel Device via the Web Configurator or CLI.

CHAPTER 25 Cloud Mode

25.2 Cloud Mode Web Configurator Screens

Lists the limited screens accessible in the Web Configurator when the device is in NCC managed mode.

CHAPTER 26 Network

26.2 IP Setting

Guides on configuring the Zyxel Device’s LAN IP address in cloud mode.

26.3 VLAN

Explains how to configure VLAN settings for the Zyxel Device in cloud mode.

CHAPTER 27 Maintenance

27.2 Shell Script

Guides on storing, naming, downloading, uploading, and running shell script files.

27.3 Diagnostics

Details generating configuration and diagnostic information files for troubleshooting.

27.4 Remote Capture

Explains capturing network traffic for analysis using packet analyzers.

27.5 View Log

Displays current log messages when the device is disconnected from NCC.

CHAPTER 28 Troubleshooting

28.2 Power, Hardware Connections, and LED

Troubleshoots issues related to power, hardware connections, and LED behavior.

28.3 Zyxel Device Management, Access, and Login

Addresses common problems with accessing or logging into the Zyxel Device.

28.4 Internet Access

Troubleshoots issues related to clients accessing the Internet or slow/intermittent connections.

28.5 WiFi Network

Provides solutions for slow or intermittent WiFi connections and security issues.

28.6 Resetting the Zyxel Device

Guides on how to reset the Zyxel Device to its factory default settings.

APPENDIX A Importing Certificates

Export a Certificate

Guides on exporting a certificate from the device's Web Configurator.

APPENDIX D Legal Information

Safety Warnings

Lists important safety precautions and warnings for using the device.

Zyxel Limited Warranty

Provides information about the product's limited warranty terms and conditions.

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