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ZyXEL Communications WX3100-T0 User Manual

ZyXEL Communications WX3100-T0
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User’s Guide
WX Series
Dual-Band Wireless Extender
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Version 5.17–5.70 Ed 4, 5/2023

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ZyXEL Communications WX3100-T0 Specifications

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BrandZyXEL Communications
ModelWX3100-T0
CategoryExtender
LanguageEnglish

Summary

CHAPTER 1 Introduction

1.1.3 Setting Up the WX Device

Describes how to set up the WX Device as a Repeater or Access Point.

1.2 MPro Mesh

Details the WX Device's support for MPro Mesh for network management.

1.2.1 AP Steering and Band Steering

Explains AP steering for seamless roaming and band steering for client optimization.

1.2.2 Network Controller

Describes the role of a controller in setting up and managing a Mesh network.

1.3 Dual-Band WiFi

Explains the WX Device's capability to use both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands simultaneously.

1.5 Daisy Chain

Explains how to add more WX Devices to form a daisy chain network.

CHAPTER 2 Hardware

2.4 WPS Button

Explains the WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) feature for easy WiFi network setup.

2.4.1 Using the WPS Button

Step-by-step guide on how to use the WPS button for connection.

2.5 RESET Button

Describes how to use the RESET button to restore factory default configurations.

2.5.1 Using the RESET Button

Instructions on how to perform a factory reset using the RESET button.

CHAPTER 3 Web Configurator

3.2 Accessing the Web Configurator

Provides steps to access the Web Configurator in different connection scenarios.

CHAPTER 4 App Tutorials

4.3 Network Setup

Guides on setting up the WX Device with MPro Mesh or non-MPro Mesh routers.

4.3.1 Setting up the WX Device with a Zyxel MPro Mesh Router

Step-by-step instructions for setting up the WX Device with a Zyxel MPro Mesh router.

4.3.2 Setting up the WX Device with a Non-MPro Mesh Router

Instructions for setting up the WX Device with a non-MPro Mesh router via wired connection.

4.4 Network Management with the MPro Mesh App

How to manage your controller and WiFi settings using the MPro Mesh app.

4.4.3 Adding Devices to Your Mesh Network

Instructions on adding extenders to your network to form a daisy chain.

4.4.4 Adding Devices to Your Mesh Network

Steps to add extenders or APs to your network to form a daisy chain.

4.6 WiFi Settings Screen

Configure settings for your WiFi network, including guest WiFi.

4.7 Guest WiFi Settings Screen

Configure Guest WiFi settings and enable/disable the Guest WiFi function.

CHAPTER 5 Connection Status

5.2 WiFi Settings

Configure main WiFi network settings, including SSIDs and passwords.

5.3 Guest WiFi Settings

Configure guest WiFi network settings, including SSIDs and passwords.

5.4 LAN Settings

View and configure the WX Device LAN IP address and subnet mask.

CHAPTER 6 Web Tutorials

6.2 WiFi Network Setup

Guides on setting up a WiFi network using WPS or manual configuration.

6.2.2 Setting Up a WiFi Network Using WPS

Tutorial on setting up a WiFi network using Push Button Configuration (PBC) or PIN.

Push Button Configuration (PBC)

Explains the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method for secure WiFi setup.

6.2.4 Setting Up WiFi Network Groups

Guides on creating different WiFi network groups with unique SSIDs and security.

6.3 Device Maintenance

Covers firmware upgrades and device configuration backup/restore.

6.3.1 Upgrading the Firmware

Instructions on how to download and upload new firmware to the WX Device.

6.3.2 Backing up the Device Configuration

How to back up the current configuration of the WX Device to a computer.

6.3.3 Restoring the Device Configuration

Instructions on uploading a saved configuration file to restore device settings.

CHAPTER 7 Wireless

7.2 Wireless General Settings

Enable WiFi, set SSID, and select WiFi security mode for the network.

7.2.2 More Secure (Recommended)

Recommends WPA2-PSK for improved data encryption and user authentication.

7.3 Guest/More AP

Configure guest WiFi and additional networks with different security settings.

7.4 MAC Authentication

Configure WX Device for exclusive access or exclusion based on MAC addresses.

7.4.1 Add/Edit MAC Addresses

Add or edit MAC addresses in the MAC filter list for access control.

7.5 WPS Settings

Activate or deactivate WPS and configure WPS settings.

7.11.8 WiFi Protected Setup (WPS)

Explains WPS for quick and secure WiFi network setup.

7.11.8.1 Push Button Configuration

Guides on initiating WPS setup by pressing buttons on devices.

7.11.8.2 PIN Configuration

Describes WPS setup using a PIN for specific device connections.

CHAPTER 8 Home Networking

8.2 Home Networking Screen

Set IP address, subnet mask, and configure DHCP settings for the WX Device.

CHAPTER 9 Certificates

CHAPTER 10 Log

10.2 System Log Settings

View system logs, filter by severity level or category, and export logs.

CHAPTER 13 User Account

13.2 User Account Settings

Create or manage user accounts and their privileges on the WX Device.

13.2.1 User Account Add/Edit

Add new user accounts or edit existing ones with specific privileges.

CHAPTER 14 Remote Management

CHAPTER 16 Firmware Upgrade

16.1 Firmware Upgrade Overview

Upload new firmware to the WX Device to upgrade its performance.

16.2 Firmware Upgrade Settings

Download and upload the latest firmware file from the Zyxel website.

CHAPTER 17 Backup/Restore

17.1 Backup/Restore Overview

Backup, restore, or reset device configurations to factory defaults.

17.2 Backup/Restore Settings

Manage factory default settings and backup configurations.

Reset to Factory Defaults

Clear user configurations and return the WX Device to its factory defaults.

CHAPTER 18 Diagnostic

18.3 Diagnostic Test

Use ping, traceroute, or nslookup to test host reachability and troubleshoot.

CHAPTER 19 Troubleshooting

19.1 Power and Hardware Problems

Troubleshoot issues related to power, LEDs, and hardware connections.

19.2 Device Access Problems

Troubleshoot issues with knowing the IP address, forgotten password, or accessing the configurator.

19.3 Internet Problems

Troubleshoot issues related to accessing the Internet or connecting via Ethernet.

19.4 WiFi Problems

Troubleshoot slow, intermittent WiFi connections, or inability to access via WiFi.

19.5 Resetting the WX Device to Its Factory Defaults

Instructions on resetting the WX Device to factory defaults, losing all changes.

19.6 MPro Mesh App Problems

Troubleshoot issues with using the MPro Mesh app to manage the WiFi network.

19.7 Daisy Chain Problems

Troubleshoot issues adding WX Devices to a daisy chain network.

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