NETGEAR WAX214 Bedienungsanleitung

User Manual

WiFi 6 AX1800/AX3600 Dual Band

PoE/PoE+ Access Points

Models

WAX214

WAX218

NETGEAR, Inc.

350 E. Plumeria DriveDecember 2020

San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-12175-01

Support and Community

Visit netgear.com/support to get your questions answered and access the latest

downloads.

You can also check out our NETGEAR Community for helpful advice at

community.netgear.com.

Regulatory and Legal

Si ce produit est vendu au Canada, vous pouvez accéder à ce document en français

canadien à https://www.netgear.com/support/download/.

(If this product is sold in Canada, you can access this document in Canadian French at

https://www.netgear.com/support/download/.)

For regulatory compliance information including the EU Declaration of Conformity, visit

https://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory/.

See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply.

For NETGEAR’s Privacy Policy, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/privacy-policy.

By using this device, you are agreeing to NETGEAR’s Terms and Conditions at

https://www.netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions. If you do not agree, return the

device to your place of purchase within your return period.

Do not use this device outdoors. The PoE source is intended for intra building connection

only.

Trademarks

Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are used for reference purposes only.

Revision History

CommentsPublish DatePublication Part

Number

First publication.December 2020202-12175-01

NETGEAR WiFi 6 AX1800/AX3600 Dual Band PoE/PoE+ Access Points, WAX214 and WAX218

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

Unique features for each model.........................................................8

Additional documentation...................................................................8

Safety instructions and warnings for an indoor access point..........9

Chapter 2 Hardware Overview Model WAX214

Unpack model WAX214....................................................................12

Top panel with LEDs for model WAX214........................................12

Hardware interfaces model WAX214..............................................13

Label model WAX214........................................................................15

Chapter 3 Hardware Overview Model WAX218

Unpack model WAX218....................................................................17

Top panel with LEDs for model WAX218........................................17

Hardware interfaces model WAX218..............................................18

Label model WAX218........................................................................20

Chapter 4 Installation and Initial Log-in

Set up the access point in your network..........................................22

Set up the access point with a PoE or PoE+ network

connection......................................................................................22

Set up the access point with a non-PoE network connection...24

Initial log-in process...........................................................................26

Connect directly to the access point over WiFi and log in for the

first time...........................................................................................26

Connect to the access point over the LAN and log in for the first

time..................................................................................................29

When to use aplogin.net and when to use the assigned IP

address................................................................................................32

Find the IP address of the access point...........................................33

Find the IP address of the access point with the NETGEAR Insight

mobile app..........................................................................................34

process.................................................................................................35

Change the language........................................................................36

Join a WiFi network on the access point.........................................37

Chapter 5 Manage the Wired Network Settings

Specify a static IPv4 address.............................................................40

Specify a link-local IPv6 address.......................................................41

Reenable the DHCP client of the access point...............................42

Manage the STP settings...................................................................43

Chapter 6 Manage the Basic Radio and WiFi Settings

Change the device name..................................................................47

Change the country and region of operation.................................48

Configure a WiFi network that is open or secured with WPA2 or

WAP3 personal security.....................................................................49

Configure a WiFi network that is secured with WPA2 or WAP3

enterprise security..............................................................................53

Configure a guest network on an SSID............................................57

2.4 GHz management SSID...............................................................58

Change the passphrase for the 2.4 GHz management SSID....59

Disable the idle time-out for the 2.4 GHz management SSID...60

Disable the 2.4 GHz management SSID.....................................61

Chapter 7 Manage the Advanced WiFi and Radio Settings

Manage the channel high throughput mode.................................64

Manage the channel or channels.....................................................65

Manage the radio transmit power....................................................67

Change the minimum bit rate...........................................................68

Manage client limits...........................................................................70

Manage the multicast and unicast streams to WiFi clients............71

Scan for neighboring access points and WiFi routers...................72

Manage the 802.11ax mode for the 2.4 GHz radio........................74

Set up a WiFi on/off schedule for an SSID.......................................75

Set up band steering for an SSID.....................................................77

Set up a RADIUS accounting server.................................................79

Configure Network Access Server settings.....................................80

Configure traffic shaping...................................................................82

Set up a MAC filter for an SSID.........................................................84

Manually block a WiFi client or connection from an SSID.............86

Change the DHCP server settings for guest WiFi networks..........87

Chapter 8 Maintain the access point

Upgrade the firmware........................................................................90

Reboot the access point from the local browser UI.......................91

Schedule the access point to reboot...............................................92

Back up or restore the configuration file.........................................93

Back up the access point configuration settings.......................93

NETGEAR WiFi 6 AX1800/AX3600 Dual Band PoE/PoE+ Access Points, WAX214 and WAX218

Restore the access point configuration settings........................94

Reset the access point to factory default settings..........................95

Manage the date and time settings.................................................97

SNMPv1, SNMPv2, and SNMPv3......................................................98

Enable SNMPv1 and SNMPv2 and manage the settings..........99

Enable SNMPv3 and manage the settings...............................100

Logs....................................................................................................102

View and manage the system log..............................................102

Set up a remote log server.........................................................104

Set up email alerts............................................................................105

Change the local device password................................................107

Specify an existing management VLAN........................................108

Control the LEDs..............................................................................109

Chapter 9 Monitor the access point and its Network Connections

Display the access point device, memory, LAN, and WiFi status

information........................................................................................112

Display the WiFi connections..........................................................116

Display the CPU, SSID, and LAN traffic loads...............................118

Chapter 10 Perform Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Send a ping.......................................................................................121

Send a traceroute request...............................................................122

Send a name server lookup request..............................................123

Perform a speed test........................................................................124

Quick tips for WiFi troubleshooting...............................................125

Troubleshoot with the LEDs............................................................126

Power LED remains off................................................................127

2.4 GHz WLAN LED, 5 GHz WLAN LED, or both WLAN LEDs are

off...................................................................................................128

LAN LED is off in a setup with a power adapter......................128

Troubleshoot the WiFi connectivity...............................................129

A WiFi device cannot connect to the access point..................129

You cannot connect over the 2.4 GHz management SSID.....130

Troubleshoot Internet browsing.....................................................131

You cannot log in to the access point over a LAN connection....132

Changes are not saved in the local browser UI............................133

Troubleshoot your network using the ping utility of your computer

or mobile device...............................................................................133

Test the LAN path from a Windows-based computer to the access

point..............................................................................................133

Test the path from a Windows-based computer to a remote

device............................................................................................134

NETGEAR WiFi 6 AX1800/AX3600 Dual Band PoE/PoE+ Access Points, WAX214 and WAX218

Appendix A Factory Default Settings and Technical Specifications

Factory default settings...................................................................137

Technical specifications...................................................................139

Appendix B Mount Model WAX214 to a Wall or Ceiling

Mount model WAX214 to a wall....................................................142

Mount model WAX214 to a solid ceiling......................................143

Mount model WAX214 to a T-bar..................................................145

Appendix C Mount Model WAX218 to a Wall or Ceiling

Mount model WAX218 to a wall....................................................148

Mount model WAX218 to a solid ceiling......................................149

Mount model WAX218 to a T-bar..................................................151

NETGEAR WiFi 6 AX1800/AX3600 Dual Band PoE/PoE+ Access Points, WAX214 and WAX218

Introduction

This manual is for the following NETGEAR WiFi 6 Dual Band Access Point models:

•WAX214: NETGEAR WiFi 6 AX1800 Dual Band PoE Access Point.

•WAX218: NETGEAR WiFi 6 AX3600 Dual Band PoE+ Access Point.

Models WAX214 and WAX218, in this manual referred to as the access point, provide

802.11ax high-performance WiFi connectivity for a small office/home office and supports

dual-band concurrent WiFi 6 operations at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Unique features for each model

• Additional documentation

• Safety instructions and warnings for an indoor access point

Note: For more information about the topics that are covered in this manual, visit the

support website at netgear.com/support/.

Note: Firmware updates with new features and bug fixes are made available from time

to time at netgear.com/support/download/. You can check for and download new

firmware manually. If the features or behavior of your product does not match what is

described in this manual, you might need to update the firmware.

Note: In this manual, WiFi network means the same as SSID (service set identifier or

WiFi network name). That is, when we refer to a WiFi network we mean an individual

SSID.

Unique features for each model

The following table shows the main differences between model WAX214 and model

WAX218:

Table 1. Model WAX214 and model WAX218 main differences

Model WAX218Model WAX214Feature

3600 Mbps total:

1200 Mbps at 2.4 GHz

2400 Mbps at 5 GHz.

1800 Mbps total:

600 Mbps at 2.4 GHz

1200 Mbps at 5 GHz

Approximate combined

throughput

PoE+ (802.at)PoE (802.af)Power over Ethernet1

2.5 Gbps1 GbpsMaximum speed LAN port

8.0 x 8.0 x 1.37 in.

(205.7 x 205.7 x 35.8 mm)

6.33 x 6.33 x 1.31 in.

(160.9 x 160.9 x 33.3 mm)

Form factor (L x W x H):

1If used without a power adapter.

Additional documentation

The following documents are available at netgear.com/support/download/:

•Installation guides

•Data sheets

User Manual8Introduction

NETGEAR WiFi 6 AX1800/AX3600 Dual Band PoE/PoE+ Access Points, WAX214 and WAX218

Safety instructions and warnings for an

indoor access point

Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help

protect your system from potential damage.

To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and damage to the equipment,

observe the following precautions:

•This product is designed for indoor use only in a temperature-controlled and

humidity-controlled environment. Note the following:

-For more information about the environment in which this product must operate,

see the environmental specifications in the appendix or the data sheet.

-If you want to connect the product over an Ethernet cable to a device located

outdoors, the outdoor device must be properly grounded and surge protected,

and you must install an Ethernet surge protector inline between the indoor

product and the outdoor device. Failure to do so can damage the product.

-Before connecting the product to outdoor cables or wired outdoor devices, see

https://kb.netgear.com/000057103 for additional safety and warranty information.

Failure to follow these guidelines can result in damage to your NETGEAR product,

which might not be covered by NETGEAR’s warranty, to the extent permissible by

applicable law.

•Do not service the product except as explained in your product documentation.

Some devices should never be opened.

•If any of the following conditions occur, unplug the product from its power source,

and then replace the part or contact your trained service provider:

- Depending on your product, the power adapter, power adapter cable, power

adapter plug, or PoE Ethernet cable is damaged.

-An object fell into the product.

- The product was exposed to water.

- The product was dropped or damaged.

-The product does not operate correctly when you follow the operating

instructions.

•Keep the product away from radiators and heat sources. Also, do not block cooling

vents.

User Manual9Introduction

NETGEAR WiFi 6 AX1800/AX3600 Dual Band PoE/PoE+ Access Points, WAX214 and WAX218

•Do not spill food or liquids on your product components, and never operate the

product in a wet environment. If the product gets wet, see the appropriate section

in your troubleshooting guide, or contact your trained service provider.

•Do not push any objects into the openings of your product. Doing so can cause fire

or electric shock by shorting out interior components.

•Use the product only with approved equipment.

•If applicable to your product, allow the product to cool before removing covers or

touching internal components.

•Be sure that devices that are attached over Ethernet cables are electrically rated to

operate with the power available in your location.

•Depending on your product, use only the supplied power adapter or an Ethernet

cable that provides PoE.

If your product uses a power adapter:

-If you were not provided with a power adapter, contact your local NETGEAR

reseller.

-The power adapter must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current

marked on the product electrical ratings label.

•To help prevent electric shock, plug any system and peripheral power cables into

properly grounded power outlets.

•If applicable to your product, the peripheral power cables are equipped with

three-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or

remove the grounding prong from a cable. If you must use an extension cable, use

a three-wire cable with properly grounded plugs.

•Observe extension cable and power strip ratings. Make sure that the total ampere

rating of all products plugged into the extension cable or power strip does not

exceed 80 percent of the ampere ratings limit for the extension cable or power strip.

•To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in

electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power

supply (UPS).

•Position system cables, power adapter cables, and PoE Ethernet cables carefully.

Route cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. Be sure that nothing

rests on any cables.

•Do not modify power adapters, power adapter cables, or plugs. Consult a licensed

electrician or your power company for site modifications.

•Always follow your local and national wiring rules.

User Manual10Introduction

NETGEAR WiFi 6 AX1800/AX3600 Dual Band PoE/PoE+ Access Points, WAX214 and WAX218

Andere Handbücher für WAX214

Dieses Handbuch passt für folgende Modelle

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Andere NETGEAR Drahtloser Zugangspunkt Handbücher

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WAC720 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR XWNB5201 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR ProSafe WG102-500 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WG103 ProSafe Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WNHDE111 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WG602 - 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WAC720 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR N150 WN604 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WNHDE111 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WN203 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR PowerLine XWNB5602 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WG302v2 - ProSafe 802.11g Wireless Access... Montageanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WN802Tv1 - Wireless-N Access Point Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WAG102 - ProSafe Dual Band Wireless Access... Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WNAP210 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WN604 - Wireless-N 150 Access Point Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WAX220 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WN802T Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WN203 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WAC510 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR Orbi RBR40 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WAX638E Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WAC730 Bedienungsanleitung

NETGEAR

NETGEAR WG602 - 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Bedienungsanleitung

Beliebte Drahtloser Zugangspunkt Handbücher anderer Marken

D-Link

D-Link DWL-2100AP - AirPlus Xtreme G Bedienungsanleitung

Ubiquiti

Ubiquiti NanoStation NSM2 Bedienungsanleitung

Cisco

Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Bedienungsanleitung

Aruba

Aruba IAP-335 Bedienungsanleitung

Advantek Networks

Advantek Networks AWN-AP-54MR Bedienungsanleitung

IP-COM

IP-COM AP355 Bedienungsanleitung

Buffalo

Buffalo AirStation WLA-L11G Bedienungsanleitung

EnGenius

EnGenius EnStationACv2 Bedienungsanleitung

D-Link

D-Link DAP-3662 Bedienungsanleitung

Widelink

Widelink ezWave WAP-1100 Series Bedienungsanleitung

Edimax

Edimax CAP1200 Bedienungsanleitung

xG Technology

xG Technology xMax CN1300 Bedienungsanleitung

Ubiquiti

Ubiquiti LBE-5AC-Gen2 Bedienungsanleitung

Aruba

Aruba AP-203R Bedienungsanleitung

LuXout Shades

LuXout Shades LUXSHADE MOTION Bedienungsanleitung

CreatComm

CreatComm TB5F Bedienungsanleitung

SineDigital

SineDigital MW-1500AP(H) Bedienungsanleitung

TP-Link

TP-Link AP9650 V1 Bedienungsanleitung