cnMatrix TX1012-P-AC - Network switch Cambium Networks - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL cnMatrix TX1012-P-AC Cambium Networks

Quickly connect and configure Cambium Access Points (AP) on cnMaestro.

Note: Account creation is required only for first time users. You can skip to Step 2 if your account already exists. To add another device to the same WLAN, skip to Step 3.

Getting Started

1. Creating a cnMaestro Account:

a. Open https://cloud.cambiumnetworks.com and create an account by clicking Register.
b. Once registered, Sign in with your credentials at https://cloud.cambiumnetworks.com.
c. Create a Cambium ID; choose Account Type NMS and Account View Enterprise.

2. Creating a WLAN and AP Group:

a. From your cnMaestro Dashboard, click Wi-Fi Profiles -> WLANs -> New.
b. Choose your preferred SSID and Security (recommended: WPA2 Enterprise) and other required details, then click Save.
Your WLAN is created successfully.
c. From your cnMaestro Dashboard, click Wi-Fi Profiles → AP Groups -> New.
d. On the Basic Tab, Enter AP Group Name (example: Shop Floor Indoor).
e. On the Basic Tab, click Add WLAN. Choose the WLAN created in step 2.b, then click Add.
f. Navigate to the Management Tab and create an Admin Password, then click Save.
Your AP Group is created successfully.

3. Onboarding Your Device:

a. Unpack and power on your Access Point.
b. To connect the AP to your network, plug in a LAN cable with an active internet connection to Ethernet port.
c. From the cnMaestro Home Navigation Menu, click Onboard -> Claim Device -> Enter MSN (Serial Number of Device).

d. Once the device has been claimed, click the EIcon next to the device to configure.

e. From the Configure tab, select the AP group created in Step 2 and click Save.

f. Click the Approve is an next to the newly added AP.

Congratulations, you have successfully set up your device. You can now go to the Main Dashboard to start monitoring your device!

1. Verifying the Operating Status:

LED Color	Status Indication
	The device is booting up.If LEDs remain amber for more than 5 minutes, device foiled to boot up.
	• The device is successfully up and accessible.• Wi-Fi services are up, if configured.
	cnMaestro connection is successful.

Glossary

Term	Description
System Dashboard	Displays connection health, vulnerabilities of devices connected.
Device Dashboard	Displays connected clients by radio, throughput, SNR, and performance details
Notifications	Real-time system status alarms, alarms history, and events
Configuration	Single place to configure device location, radios, and status
Details	Overview of device, network, and neighbors list
Performance	Detailed performance reports for past 7 days
Sites	Deploy APs at multiple sites
Guest Portal	Create captive portals for guests
Software Update	Update device firmware
Tools	Various tools, including Wi-Fi Analyzer to optimize network
Clients	List of clients connected to the network and usage details
SSID	32-character name that identifies your wireless network
WLAN	Wireless network in your home for devices to connect to the internet
AP Group	A group of APs that share the same configuration
Admin Password	Password needed to access critical information and change rights for your network

Contacting Support

Main Site https://www.cambiumnetworks.com

Support Site https://support.cambiumnetworks.com

Community https://community.cambiumnetworks.com

Support Phone https://www.cambiumnetworks.com/support/contact-support

To learn more about cnMaestro, see cnMaestro User Guide