TEW-941APBO (v1.xR) - Access Point TRENDNET - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL TEW-941APBO (v1.xR) TRENDNET

Table of Contents 1 English

3. Hardware Installation and Configuration

{Access Point Setup)

4. Point to Point Bridge Setup and Configuration

5. Waterproof Kit Installation

6. Connecting the Grounding Wire

Package Contents + TEW-941APBO + Quick Installation Guide +2 x Detachable 2.4GHz 5dBi antennas +2 x Detachable 5GHz 5dBi antennas <1P67 weather rated cable gland « Mounting Hardware imum Requirements + Computer with a network port and web browser A network switch or router with an available network 2.5G LAN POE+ port or 2.5G POE+ injector + A POE+ Network with an available LAN port connected to an existing network with Internet access and DHCP server for automatic IP addressing (required for setup with TRENDnet Hive Cloud Management only) +RJ-45 network cables Optional Equipment + TRENDnet TPE-215G (2.5G PoE+ Injector) for supplying both power and data over Ethernet ‘o the access point if no POE sourcing equipment is available + Additional access point TRENDnet TEW-941APBO or TEW-940APBO (Optional for point-to- point bridging only) Power drill and Phillips bit or Phillips Screwdriver for mounting Flat head bit or screwdriver for pole mounting clamp Note: The access point complies with the IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet (POE+) standard and can be used with other 802.3at PoE+ switches or PoE+ injectors to deliver both power and data to the access point through the network LAN (POE) port. IMPORTANT NOTE: The device does not have a hardware reset button. When changing the administrator password in the access point configuration page, please make sure to write down your new password. ENGLISH

Note: By default, the wireless network name/SSID and wireless encryption settings have been pre-configured for your convenience and can be located on the included preset wireless setting sticker or on the device label located on the back of the access point. By default, the access point web management configuration page can be accessed using the URL htip://tew-941apbo or using the default LAN IP address http://192.168.10.100. At default settings and initial setup, if the access point is connected to a network with a DHCP server providing IP address settings automatically, the access point will obtain IP address settings from the network DHCP server and if no DHCP server is available, the access point will use the default IP address settings

192.168.10.100 / 255.255.255.0. and you will need to manually configure your access point

with the appropriate IP address and DNS server settings for Internet access. À network router is a typical DHCP server. Preset Wireless Settings Wi-Fi Name/ SSID {AX/AC/N/A} TRENDnet941_5GHz_)000€ {AX/N/B/G) TRENDnet941_2.4GHz_X00X Password o4f XXXXXXXX Management Login http://tew-941apbo username: admin password: admin

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ENGLISH E 3. Hardware Installation and Configuration (Access Point Setup) D & 2.4GHz 5GHz 2.4GHz 5GHz

If you are configuring the access point to be managed from your existing TRENDnet Hive cloud account, please follow the steps in SECTION A. If you are configuring the access point for local network management only, please follow the steps in SECTION B. ENGLISH SECTION A: Configuring the access point with TRENDnet Hive Cloud Management Configuration with TRENDnet Hive Cloud Management requires an existing network with Internet access and DHCP server for automatic IP addressing. The access point must be configured to reach the Internetin order to connectto your TRENDnet Hive Management account. Itis strongiy recommended to configure the access point first before mounting.

1. Connect an Ethemet/network cable to your PoE+ switch and to your access point.

2. Connect an Ethernet/network cable to your computer and one of the PoE+ switch ports.

3. Connect another Ethernet/network cable to one of the PoE+ switch ports and your

existing network with a Internet access and DHCP server for automatic IP addressing.

4. The PWR, LAN, 2.4GHz, 5GHz LEDs will turn on to indicate that the access point is ready.

Please refer to the LED definition table below. LED Status Description PWR Blinking Device boot up Solid Green Device is operating normally LAN Solid Green 2.5G Data link established Solid Orange 16G Data link established Blinking Data transmission 2.4GHz Solid Green 2.4GHz radio is enabled Blinking Data transmission SGHz Solid Green 5GHz radio is enabled Blinking Data transmission our oun oeace one CET

6. Select your language from the Language drop-down list and enter the User name and

Password, and then click Login. By defauh: + User Name: admin + Password: admin TRENDNET TEW-941APBO Login

7. Click Next on the Setup Wizard. f the setup wizard does not appear, click the setup wizard

button L: | in the top right section of the access point management page to access the setup wizard. Setup Wizard Ts war guide you rougn a stp-ny-tap process 19 confgue you AP and connect na Itamet

8. You can change the access point administrator password by typing in the new password in the

fields provided, then click Next. If entering a new password, please note that you will need to use the new password when logging into the access point management page for local access management moving forward. IMPORTANT NOTE: The device does not have a hardware reset button. When changing the administrator password in the access point configuration page, please make sure to write down your new password. Soup Ware

9. For the method of management, select TRENDnet Hive. After selecting TRENDnet Hive, click

Next. Configuration with TRENDnet Hive Cloud Management requires an existing network with Internet access and DHCP server for automatic IP addressing. The access point must be configured to reach the Internet in order to connect to your TRENDnet Hive Cloud Management account. lfthe access point is unable to obtain IP address settings and DNS from the DHCP server and unable to reach the Internet, registration of the access point to your TRENDnet Hive cloud management account will fail.

10. Select your Time Zone, then click Next.

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11. Enter the user account credentials for your TRENDnet Hive Cloud Management account to

register the access point with your account, then click Next. Setup Wizard

12. The summary page will display all of the configuration settings that were applied through

the setup wizard. Click Apply to complete the setup wizard. Please note the new password and IP settings for local access management to he access point. Setup Wizard = es eu

13. To verify the access point is now successfully registered with your TRENDnet Hive Cloud

Management account, the Hive button in the top right will be green to indicate successful registration.

ENGLISH SECTION B: Configuring the access point for local network management Itis strongly recommended to configure the access point first before mounting.

1. Connect a network cable from a POE+ switch to your access point.

2. Connect an Ethernet/network cable to your computer and one of the PoE+ switch ports.

3. The PWR, LAN, 2.4GHz, 5GHz LEDs will turn on to indicate that the access point is ready.

Please refer to the LED definition table below. ENGLISH LED Status Description PWR Blinking Device boot up Solid Green Device is operating normally LAN Solid Green 2.5G Data link established Solid Orange 1G Data link established Blinking Data transmission 2.4GHz Solid Green 2.4GHz radio is enabled Blinking Data transmission SGHz Solid Green SGHz radio is enabled Blinking Data transmission OPwR oun om ose 4.Assign a static IP address to your computer's network adapter in the subnet of 192.168.10.x (e.g. 192.168.10.25) and subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. For more information on assigning a static IP address to your computer's network adapter, please refer to item Q1 in the last section of the installation guide, Installation Tips and Troubleshooting.

6. Select your language from the Language drop-down list and enter the User name and

Password, and then click Login. By defautt: + User Name: admin + Password: admin TRENDNET TEW-941APBO Login

7. Click Next on the Setup Wizard. I the setup wizard does not appear, click the setup wizard

button JE in the top right section of the access point management page to access the setup wizard. Setup Wizard Te ar ul gui young à step-y-sep proces 1 confqure your AP end connect {ne Ier

8. You can change the access point administrator password by typing in the new password in

the fields provided, then click Next. If entering a new password, please note that you will need to use the new password when logging into the access point management page for local access management moving forward. IMPORTANT NOTE: The device does not have a hardware reset button. When changing the administrator password in the access point configuration page, please make sure to write down Your new password. Setup Ward

9. For the method of management, select Default Management, click Next.

11. Configure the access point IP address, subnet mask, gateway IP address, and DNS settings

to match the requirements of your existing network using the fields provided, then click Next. ENGLISH

Note: This step will configure static IP address settings on your access point. If the access point IP address settings are changed to a different IP network subnet such as 192.168.1.x,

192.168.2.x, etc. your computer's network adapter settings will need to be changed to match

the new IP address settings configured on the access point in order to access the access point management page. Setup Wizard 0018 10:00 Suboet ask 225260 | Gateway IP Address 192.168.10 254 nnst 1921681249 ons2 ui Us © ©

12. The summary page will display all of the configuration settings that were applied through

the setup wizard. Click Apply to complete the setup wizard. Please note the new password and IP settings for local access management to the access point. Sotup Wizard LL LL]

13. To configure your wireless network name/SSID and wireless encryption settings, click the

wireless band you would like to configure Wireless 2.4GHz or Wireless 5GHz and click on Wireless Network. By default, the wireless network name/SSID and wireless encryption have been pre-configured for your convenience and can be located onthe included wireless settings Sticker or on the device label located on the back of the access point. If you are modifying the wireless settings, you wi need to connect to the access point with your WiFi client using the new settings. ENGLISH

14. In the Current Profiles, in the first entry, you can enter a new SSID, change the Security

Mode and WiFi Password. Click Apply at the bottom of the page.

15. In the top right main menu, click on the Save button [MEN to commit the configuration

changes. Important Note: Configuration changes in the access point web management page are not applied until you click the Save button FEI. This allows you to make multiple configuration changes and apply multiple changes all at the same time. Additionally, you can click the Save button on the left side to view pending unsaved configuration changes.

16. After you have completed the access point configuration, reconfigure your computer's

network adapter back to the original settings to obtain IP address settings automatically using DHCP, or enter the IP settings. For more information on reconfiguring your computer network adapter to obtain IP address settings automatically using DHCP. please refer to item Q2 in the last section of the installation guide, Installation Tips and Troubleshooting.

4. Point to Point Bridge Setup and Configuration

1. The initial configuration should be completed in a testing environment with the

TEW-941APB0 and additional access point TEW-941AP0 or TEW-940APBO approximately 15ft. (5 m} apart from one another. # using the TEW-940APBO directional access point, the front panel should be directly facing the TEW-941APBO,

2. itis strongly recommended to configure and connect the access points before mounting.

3. In this example, we will configure the TEW-941APBO 5GHz Wireless settings and configure

an additional TEW-941APB0 or TEW-940APBO to create a wireless bridge to the first access point on the 5GHz Wireless band. Phase 1: Overview In this installation guide, we will assume the following: Router Settings Default Gateway IP address: 192.168.10.1 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 TEW-941APBO #1 IP Address: 192.168.10.50 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 192.168.10.1 Primary DNS: 1.1.1. Operation Moc cess Point Wireless Security: WPA3-SAE AES Encryption TEW-941APBO #2 or TEW-940APBO IP Address: 192,168.10.51 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 192.168.10.1 Primary DNS: 1.1.1.1

Phase 2: Confiqure the TEW-941APBO #1 Settings Note: The predefined wireless configuration settings may be used found on the included wireless sticker, device label, or follow the configuration steps to below to manually configure a specific wireless SSID and password forthe wireless bridge.

1. Open your web browser, type the defauit URL http:/tew-941abpo or default IP address.

http://192.168.10.100 of the wireless access point in the address bar and then press Enter.

2. Select your language from the Language drop-down list and enter the User name and

4. Click the Connection Type drop-down list and select STATIC, and enter the IP Address

192.168.10.50, Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0, Default Gateway 192.168.10.1, and Primary

DNS Server 1.1.1.1, then click Apply. Note: You will need to log back into the access point management page using the new IP address settings. Wireless 5GHz Network

6. For the first entry that pre-configured, click Edit in the right column.

7.Atthe top under Wireless Settings, you can change the default SSID in the SSID field. Note: Please note the SSID as it will be needed to connect the second access point to create the wireless bridge.

8. Under the Wireless Security section, click the drop-down to select the wireless security mode

to use. Note: For general wireless client device compatibility, it is recommended to use WPA3-Personal Mixed ES. For wireless bridging with an additional TEW-941APBO or TEW-940APBO, it is recommended to use the highest supported WPA3-Personal AES.

9. Enter the WiFi Password or Pre-Shared Key in the Pre-Shared Key field and click Apply at

the bottom of the page. (8-63 alphanumeric characters) Note: Please make note of the WiFi password or pre-shared key assigned as it will be used for the configuration of the second access point to make the wireless bridge. ce Es Creer = eu

ENGLISH Phase 3: Confiqure the TEW-941APB0 #2 or TEW-940APBO Settings When configuring the second TEW-941APBO access point or TEW-940APBO, repeat 1-3 of the steps in Phase 2: Configure the TEW-941APBO #1 Settings.

1. Step 4, click the Connection Type drop-down list and select STATIC, and enter the IP

Address 192.168.10.51, Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0, Default Gateway 192.168.10.1, and Primary DNS Server 1.1.1.1, then click Apply. Note: You will need to log back into the access point management page using the new IP address settings. Cenmehen pe rank Ds tee Te Pen DNS San e Operation Mode

3. Click Operation Mode drop-down list and select Client Bridge, then click Apply.

Note: If using the TEW-940APBO, the field wili be named 5GHz Operation Mode. Device Nam GHz Operation Mode Ce Lors | 4 In the left navigation menu, click Wireless 5GHz and Wireless Network. Wireless 5GHZ e_ Wireless Network

5. In the Wireless Network section, click on Site Survey.

6. In the Site Survey list, find the SSID configured on the first access point TEW-941APB0 and

select it by clicking en the entry.

7. The details of the selected SSID will be entered in to the wireless section automatically.

Under the Wireless Security section under WPA, enter the Pre-Shared Key configured on the first access point and click Apply.

Phase 4: Confirm Connectivity

1. Leave your computer connected to TEW-941APBO #2 or TEW-940APBO and keep the access

point configuration page open.

2. Make sure both TEW-941APBO #1 and TEW-941APBO #2 access points are powered on

approximately 15 ft. (5 m) apart from one another.

TEW-941APBO #1 TEW-941APBO #2

3. To verify connectivity, in the TEW-941APB0 #2 or TEW-940APB0 access point configuration

page, click Management and click Diagnostics. Under the Ping Test Parameter section, enter the IP Address of the TEW-941APBO #1, 192.168.10.50, then click Ping. ing Test Parameter IP Address. 192.168.10.50 Packot Length ca Number of Pings: 4

4. Ping replies and 0% packet loss wil indicate a successful point to point bridge connection

between the TEW-941APBO #1 and TEW-941APB0 #2 or TEW-940APBO access points. Note: If the connectivity test fails, wait for about 1 minute and try again. Make sure there are no obstacles between the two access points when running the connectivity test and make sure the access points are not too close together. Diagnostics Result PING 192.168.10.50 (192.168.10.50}: 64 data bytes 72 bytes from 192.168.10.50: seq=0 ti=64 time=4.873 ms 72 bytes from 192.168.10.50: seq=1 ti=64 time=4.072 ms 72 bytes from 192.168.10.50: seq=2 tii=64 time=4.104 ms 72 bytes from 192.168.10.50: seq=3 tli=64 time=4.136 ms —— 192.168.10.50 ping statistics — 4 packets transmitted, 4 packets received, 0% packet 105S round-trip min/avg/max = 4.072/4.296/4.873 ms

Note: The waterproof Kit can only be installed with non-terminated Ethernet cabling. The Ethernet cable can be properlyterminated after installing the waterproof kit.

1. Unscrew the sealing nut from the main body of the access point.

2. Separate the rubber seal from the claw.

3. Verify that you have the following parts:

NE D € Cable Gland Seal Claw Sealing Nut

4. Insert one end of an Ethernet cable into the sealing nut.

5. Insert the Ethernet cable into the seal.

Note: After the non-terminated Ethernet cable is installed through the sealing nut, claw and seal, the cable may be properly terminated. “ss

6. Insert the seal into the claw.

7. Insert the seal/rubber claw into the Cable Gland.

8. Connect the Ethernet cable to the 2.5G LAN PoE+ port on the bottom of the access point.

9. By hand, screw the main body counter clockwise to secure it to the access point.

10. By hand, screw the seal nut clockwise to secure it to the main body.

6. Connecting the Grounding Wire

1. identify the grounding point on the back of the access point.

2. Align one end of the grounding wire over the grounding point and secure the grounding wire

with the provided screw and washers tuning clockwise

8. Connect the other end of the grounding wire to a grounded object. (e.g. earth driven rod,

1. Install the metal mounting bracket by aligning the four bracket points to the four mounting

holes on the back of the access point. The hole for the mount bracket locking screw should be located at the top right when installing the mounting bracket to the access point.

2. After installing the mounting bracket to the back of the access point, slide te mounting

bracket left and instal the locking screw by turning clockwise. Note: If mounting the TEW-940APBO with directional antenna, please make sure that the access point is mounted with the same vertical height, within line of sight, and facing the direction of the TEW-941APB0 to allow for the optimal connectivity.

Completed Installation Reference

Building 1 Building 2

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Wireless 5GHz © Wireless Network

TEW-941APBO #1 TEW-941APBO #2

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ng Test ter 1P Address. 192.168.1050 Packet Length 64 Number of Pings: 4

Installation Tips and Troubleshooting Qi: How do | configure my computer's network adapter with a static IP address? Note: Please note that although the following procedures are provided to follow for your operating system network adapter settings to be used as general guidelines, however, it is strongly recommended that you consult your computer or operating system manufacturer directiy for assistance on the proper procedure for configuring network settings. If you are experiencing difficulties, please contact your computer or operating system manufacturer for assistance. Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10/11 . On your keyboard, press Windows Logo + R keys simultaneous|y to bring up the Run dialog box. In the dialog box, type ncpa.cpl to bring up the Network Connections window. Right-click the Local Area Connection or Ethernet icon, click Properties, and double- click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4). . Then click Use the following IP address and assign your network adapter a static IP address. See example static IP address settings below. -IP address: 192.168.10.25 + Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Click OK on both TCP/IPv4 Properties and Local Area Connection Properties windows.

2. Click the Network icon.

3. From the Location drop-down list, select Automatic.

4. Select and view your Ethernet connection.

+ For MAC OS 10.4, from the Show drop-down list, select Built-in Ethernet and select the TCP/IP tab. + For MAC OS 10.5 and above, in the left column, select Ethernet.

5. Configure TCP/IP to use a static IP.

<From the Configure IPw4 or Configure drop-down list, select Manually and assign your network adapter a static IP address. Then click the Apply or Apply Now button. See example static IP address settings below. +IP address: 192.168.10.25 + Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0

6. You may be prompted to restart your computer to apply the new IP address settings.

Q2: 1 configured my computer's network adapter with a static IP address, how do | reconfigure my computer's network adapter to default settings and obtain an IP address automatically using DHCP? Note: Please note that although the following procedures are provided to follow for your operating system network adapter settings to be used as general guidelines, however, it is strongly recommended that you consult your computer or operating system manufacturer directly for assistance on the proper procedure for configuring network settings. If you are experiencing difficulties, please contact your computer or operating system manufacturer for assistance. Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10/11 . On your keyboard, press Windows Logo + R keys simultaneousy to bring up the Run dialog box. In the dialog box, type ncpa.cpl to bring up the Network Connections window. Right-click the Local Area Connection or Ethernet icon, click Properties, and double- click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPw4). Then click Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically. Click OK on both TCP/IPv4 Properties and Local Area Connection Properties windows.

3. From the Location drop-down list, select Automatic.

4. Select and view your Ethernet connection.

+In MAC OS 10.4, from the Show drop-down list, select Built-in Ethernet and select the TCP/IP tab. +In MAC OS 10.5 and above, in the left column, select Ethernet.

5. Configure TCP/IP to use a static IP.

+From the Configure IPv4 or Configure drop-down ist, select Using DHCP and click the Apply or Apply Now button.

6. You may be prompted to restart your computer to apply the news IP address settings.

Q3: 1! typed http://192.168.10.100 in my Internet Browser Address Bar, but an error message says “The page cannot be displayed.” How can | access the wireless access point management page? . Double check all physical cable and port connections. Make sure the PWR/LAN/2.4GHz/5GHz LEDSs on the wireless access point front panel are on. Make sure your computer's network adapter is configured with a static IP address. (Refer 40 Qt for instructions on assigning a static IP address). Make sure your computer is connected to the access point network LAN port and LAN LED is on. Since the access point default IP address is 192.168.10.100, make sure there are no other network devices assigned an IP address of 192.168.10.100 Note: After checking all of the recommended items above, please attempt to access the wireless access point management page again. p =

Q4: How do ! find the current IP address of my computer's network adapter? Note: Please note that although the following procedures are provided to follow for your operating system network adapter settings to be used as general guidelines, however, it is strongly recommended that you consult your computer or operating system manufacturer directiy for assistance on the proper procedure for configuring network settings. If you are experiencing difficulties, please contact your computer or operating system manufacturer for assistance. Command Prompt Method Wi 2 (P/Vis .1/10/11

1. On your keyboard, press Windows Logo + R keys simultaneousiy to bring up the Run

2. In the dialog box, type cmd to bring up the command prompt.

3. In the command prompt, type ipconfig /all to display your IP address settings.

1. Navigate to your Applications folder and open Utilities.

2. Double-click on Terminal to launch the command prompt.

3. In the command prompt, type ipconfig getifaddr <en0 or en1> to display the wired

or wireless IP address settings. Note: en0 is typically the wired Ethernet and ent is typically the wireless Airport interface.

Graphical Method Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10/11

1. On your keyboard, press Windows Logo + R keys simultaneously to bring up the Run

2. In the dialog box, type nepa.cpl to bring up the Network Connections window.

3. Double-click the Local Area Connection icon and click the Details button to view the

current IP address settings. Note: The computer's network adapter must be enabled and connected to view the current IP address settings.

2. In System Preferences, from the View menu, select Network.

3. In the Network preference window, click a network port (e.g., Ethernet, AirPort,

modem). If you are connected, you'll see your IP address settings under "Status."

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement “This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation Is subject to the following to conditions: {1} This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. ‘This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FOC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that nterference wil! not occur in a particular instalation. 1 this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by tuming the equipment of and on, the user is encouraged to ty to correct tne interference by one of he following measures: Reorent or relocaie ne receiving antenna. «Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlt on a circuit different rom that Lo wiich ne receiver is connected - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressiy approved by the party responsible for compllance could void the users author to operale this equipment “This transmiter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any olner antenna or transmitr. IMPORTANT NOTE: Radiation Exposure Statement: ‘This equipment complies wilh FCC radiation exposure limits set fort for an uncontralled environment, This equipment shouid be installed and operated wlh minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. his radio transmitter FCC 1D: XUBTEW941APBO has been approved by FCC to operate with antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not includedin his list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strict prohibited for use with this device, Antenna list No. Manufacturer Part No. Antenna Type Peak Gain 1 Master Wave 98143MRSXO00 Dipole 5.17dBi 2 Master Wave 9B143URSKOOD Dipole 517dBi

TRENDNET Certifications This destce comes th Par 15 of ne FCC Rules. Gperation is subject ta he following ho conditions: {2 Ts device may nt cause harmul iterference. C@iThis device must accept any imerference received HGuding intererence that may cause undesired operation.