Dzs W550CA Advanced Dual-Band Access Point User Manual

: June 8, 2024
: DZS

Table of Contents

Caution
Introduction
Installation
Web Access
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User Manual

Quick Installation Guide
W550CA
V 4.0

Caution

Please follow the instructions below to avoid physical injury or property damage:

Caution & Warning

This unit is indoor use and all the communication wirings are limited to inside of the building.
DO NOT plug in, turn on or attempt to operate an obviously damaged unit.
DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cable, and do not place this product where people will stand or walk on the power cable.
DO NOT use near water.
DO NOT place near high temperature source.
DO NOT disassemble the unit.
DO NOT operate the unit in a location where the maximum ambient temperature exceeds 45°C.
Ensure that the power source for the system is adequately rated to assure safe operation and provide current overload protection.
Avoid impact stresses when handling connectors.
Check the available voltage supply.
Only use the unit in dry rooms.
Set up the unit away from direct sunlight or other electrical equipment.
Only connect approved accessories.
It may only be repaired by authorized service personnel.
This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.

Limited Warranty

Not covered under this warranty is defect and damage resulting from product disassembly by yourself. And also, such behavior may amount to intellectual property infringement.

Introduction

Package Contents

• W550CA (Wi-Fi Access Point)	• Power Adaptor
• RJ45 UTP cable	• QIG (Quick Installation Guide)

Specification

Item	Specification
WAN	1 10/100/1000Base-T port (RJ-45)
LAN	3 10/100/1000Base-T ports (RJ-45)
Power Adaptor	12VDC/1.5A
Wi-Fi	WiFi6 (2.4G/5G), 2×2 MIMO, Internal antenna
USB	1 USB Host 2.0
Operating Temp.	32 to 113°F (0 to 45°C)
Operating Humidity	0 to 90% (non-condensing)
Dimensions	140 x 140 x 86.40 mm (W x D X H)

FCC
Frequency Range| 2412MHz ~ 2462MHz / 5180MHz ~ 5825MHz
802.11 protocol| 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Maximum RF Power| 2.4GHz : 24 dBm, 5GHz : 25 dBm
CE/UKCA
Frequency Range| EU : 2412MHz ~ 2472MHz / 5180MHz ~ 5700MHz
UK : 2412MHz ~ 2472MHz / 5180MHz ~ 5825MHz
802.11 protocol| 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Maximum RF Power| 2.4GHz : 18.5 dBm, 5GHz : 25.5 dBm, 5.8GHz(UK) : 20 dBm

Interface

Item	Description
LEDs	Operating status LEDs.
USB	Connect an external USB drive
WAN	Connect the unit to the Internet 1 10/100/1000Base-T interface
LAN	Connect to PC or LAN 3 10/100/1000Base-T interfaces
Power port	Connect an external power supply
RESET button	Reboot the unit
WPS button	Enables WPS process

LED

Label	Light	Status	Definition
Front	Red	On	System booting
Blue	On	Normal operation
Green	Blink	WPS pairing process
Off	Power off
WAN LAN 1-3	Green	On	Linked
Blink	Data transmitting
Off	Pending or no signal
Green	On	Linked
Blink	Data transmitting
Off	Link is down

Installation

① Connect the Ethernet cable from WAN.
② Connect the Ethernet cable from LAN port to PC.
③ Connect the power cable from power port to an electrical outlet.
④ (Optional) USB interface for ancillary devices.

Mounting on a Wall
If necessary, you may have your unit mounted on a wall using mounting holes.

Web Access

You can access the unit through a web browser by using the following steps:
① Connect an Ethernet cable from your computer to LAN on the W550CA.
② Launch a browser or telnet session and point it to 192.168.55.1
③ Enter the username and password.
※ For username/password and a default SSID/PW, please check the label on the bottom panel of your unit.

Information furnished by DZS is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by DZS for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of DZS. DZS reserves the rights to change specifications at any time without notice.