tp-link EAP113-Outdoor 300Mbps Wireless N Outdoor Access Point Installation Guide

tp-link EAP113-Outdoor 300Mbps Wireless N Outdoor Access Point

Product Information

The product is an Indoor/Outdoor Access Point (EAP) manufactured by TP-Link. It comes with a mounting bracket for the EAP, a passive PoE adapter (excluding EAP113-Outdoor model), self-tapping screws for the adapter, antennas, plastic wall anchors, power cord (excluding EAP113-Outdoor model), waterproof rubber insert, pole mounting strap, shielded Ethernet port LAN, and a RESET button.

The EAP provides lightning and ESD protection for safety and requires proper grounding when used outdoors. It supports shielded CAT5e (or above) cable for connection to reduce ESD attacks.

The hardware installation options include pole mounting or wall mounting using the provided mounting bracket. The antennas need to be connected to the EAP and positioned at 45-degree angles for optimal Wi-Fi performance.

The SYS LED on the device indicates different statuses through different flashing patterns. The LED flashes green twice to indicate initialization completion, solid green for normal operation, yellow for system errors, yellow and green for firmware update in progress, quickly yellow and green for device reset to factory default settings, and green slowly (only for EAP225-Outdoor) for isolated state.

The product also includes a remote reset feature that can be activated by pressing and holding the RESET button for about 8 seconds until the LED starts quickly flashing yellow and then green, resulting in the EAP being restored to factory default settings.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Mounting the EAP:

2. Option 1: Pole Mounting

3. Lead the end of the pole mounting strap through the back of the EAP.

4. Position the EAP and wrap the pole mounting strap around the pole.

5. Feed the end through the screw-block and tighten the strap until the EAP is secure.

6. Option 2: Wall Mounting

7. Place the mounting bracket (for EAP) in the right position.

8. Mark two positions for the screw holes.

9. Drill two 6 mm holes for the screws at the marked positions.

10. Insert the plastic wall anchors into the 6 mm holes.

11. Align the bracket (for EAP) to the plastic wall anchors and drive the self-tapping screws into the anchors through the bracket (for EAP).

12. Align the mounting tabs on the back of the EAP with the slot of the mounting bracket (for EAP).

13. Push and slide the EAP downward until it locks into place.

14. Connecting Antennas:

15. Connect the antennas to the EAP.

16. For optimal Wi-Fi performance, adjust the direction of the
    antennas.

17. Position the antennas at 45-degree angles.

18. SYS LED Explanation:
    The SYS LED on the device indicates different statuses through different flashing patterns:

    • Flashes green twice: Initialization is completed.
    • Solid green: The device is initializing or working properly.
    • Flashing yellow: System errors. RAM, Flash, Ethernet, WLAN, or firmware may be malfunctioning.
    • Flashing yellow and green: Firmware update is in progress. Do not disconnect or power off the device. The device is being reset to its factory default settings.
    • Quickly flashing yellow and green: The device is in an isolated state.
    • Flashing green slowly (Only for EAP225-Outdoor): Indication of an isolated state.

19. Remote Reset:
    To perform a remote reset and restore the EAP to factory default settings:

    • Press and hold the RESET button for about 8 seconds.
    • The LED will start quickly flashing yellow and then green.
    • Release the RESET button.

Overview

Package Contents

EAP113-Outdoor does not provide the power cord, passive PoE adapter, and screws for the adapter.

Panel Layout

SYS LED Explanation

• LED Status: Indication
• Flashes green twice: Initialization is completed.
• Solid green: The device is initializing or working properly.
• Flashing yellow: System errors. RAM, Flash, Ethernet, WLAN, or firmware may be malfunctioning.
• Flashing yellow, and green: Firmware update is in progress. Do not disconnect or power off the device.
• Quickly flashing yellow, and green: The device is being reset to its factory default settings.
• Flashing green slowly(Only for EAP225-Outdoor) : The device is in an isolated state.

Passive PoE Adapter

Remote Reset:

• Press and hold for about 8 seconds until the LED is quickly flashing yellow and then green. The EAP will restore to factory default settings.

Power LED:

• On : Power on
• Off : Power off

Note :

1. EAP225-Outdoor does not support the Remote Reset feature.
2. EAP113-Outdoor does not provide the passive PoE adapter and does not support the Remote Reset feature

Lightning and ESD Protection

• Before mounting the EAP, consider Lightning and ESD Protection to ensure safety.
• Proper grounding is extremely important for outdoor devices. By using a shielded CAT5e (or above) cable for connection, you can reduce the damage of ESD attacks.

Hardware Installation

Mount the EAP

The EAP can be pole-mounted or wall-mounted. Follow the steps below for the appropriate installation.

Option 1: Pole Mounting

• Step 1:
  Lead the end of the pole mounting strap through the back of the EAP.

• Step 2:
  Position the EAP and wrap the pole mounting strap around the pole. Feed the end through the screw-block and tighten the strap until the EAP is secure.

• Step 3:
  Connect the antennas to the EAP. For optimal Wi-Fi performance, adjust the direction of the antennas. It is recommended to position the antennas at 45-degree angles.

Option 2: Wall Mounting

1. Step 1:
   Place the mounting bracket (for EAP) in the right position. Mark two positions for the screw holes.
   Drill two 6 mm holes for the screws at the marked positions.

2. Step 2:
   Insert the plastic wall anchors into the 6 mm holes. Align the bracket (for EAP) to the plastic wall anchors and drive the self-tapping screws into the anchors through the bracket (for EAP).

3. Step 3:
   Align the mounting tabs on the back of the EAP with the slot of the mounting bracket (for EAP). Push and slide the EAP downward until it locks into place.

4. Step 4:
   Connect the antennas to the EAP. For optimal Wi-Fi performance, adjust the direction of the antennas. It is recom- mended to position the antennas at 45-degree angles.

Connect Cables

• Step 1:
  Firmly grasp the rear of the interface cover and pull it downward.

• Step 2:
  Use an adequate Ethernet cable to connect the LAN port. The length of the cable is up to 100 m for a steady power supply. A shielded CAT5e (or above) cable is recommended.

• Step 3:
  Attach the waterproof rubber insert to the groove at the underside of the device for waterproofing. Move the Ethernet cable to the hole of the waterproof rubber insert.

• Step 4:
  Flatten the waterproof rubber insert until it gets parallel to the device. Replace the cover until it firmly locks into place.

Power On
The EAP can be powered via the passive PoE adapter or a PSE device (such as a PoE switch) which complies with Power Source Class 2 (PS2) or Limited Power Source (LPS) of IEC 62368-1.

Option 1: Via Passive PoE Adapter

Note : EAP113-Outdoor does not provide the passive PoE adapter.

Connecting the PoE Adapter

• Connect the EAP to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) adapter as follows:

Mounting the PoE Adapter (Optional)

Note : To ensure the passive PoE adapter is attached most securely, it is recommended to install the adapter with the Ethernet port facing upward.

• Step 1:
  • Remove the mounting bracket from the passive PoE Adapter.
  • Drill two holes in the wall and insert the plastic wall anchors into the holes.
  • Secure the mounting bracket to the wall. Make sure the shoulders at the corners of the mounting bracket are on the outside and pointing upward.
• Step 2:
  • Attach the passive PoE adapter to the mounting bracket (for the PoE Adapter) by sliding the adapter in the direction of the arrows until it locks into place.

Option 2: Via PoE Switch

Note : EAP110-Outdoor does not support this power option.

• Connect an Ethernet cable from the PoE switch to the Ethernet port.

Software Configuration
Choose from the following methods to set up your EAPs:

Method 1: Standalone Mode
To configure and manage EAPs separately (Convenient for a small network with only a few devices)

Method 2: Controller Mode
To configure and manage EAPs in batches on a central platform, namely Omada Controller

Method 1: Standalone Mode

Via Omada App

1. Download the TP-Link Omada App on your mobile It can be downloaded from App Store or Google Play:

2. Connect your mobile device to the EAP by using the default SSID (format: TP-Link_2.4GHz/5GHz_XXXXXX) printed on the label at the bottom of the product.

3. Open the Omada App, and wait for the EAP to appear on the Standalone APs Tap on the EAP you want to configure.

The Omada App is designed to help you quickly configure the common settings. If you want to configure advanced settings, use the web page of your EAP or use Controller Mode.

Via Web Browser

1. Connect wirelessly by using the default SSID (format:
   TP-Link_2.4GHz/5GHz_XXXXXX) printed on the label at the bottom of the product.

2. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkeap.net in the address Use admin for both Username and Password to log in.

3. Set up a new Username and Password for secure management Modify the wireless parameters and reconnect your wireless devices to the new wireless network.

To configure other EAPs, connect your device to the EAP by the corresponding default SSID and repeat the steps listed above. You can configure some basic functions in Standalone Mode. If you want to configure advanced functions, use Controller Mode

Method 2: Controller Mode

Choose from the following two types of Omada Controller:

• Type 1: Omada Software Controller
  On a PC with Windows OS or Linux OS, download the Omada Software Controller from https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/omada-software-controller/. Then run the file and follow the wizard to install and launch the Omada Software Controller. To manage your devices, Omada Software Controller needs to keep running on your computer

• Type 2: Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300)
  Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300) is a good alternative if you have no spare PC to keep running Omada Software Controller in the network. It needs to be purchased additionally. For more details, refer to the Installation Guide of OC200/OC300.

Note:

• Before you start, be sure to power up and connect your devices according to the topology figure.
• A DHCP server (typically a router with DHCP function enabled) is required to assign IP addresses to the EAPs and clients in your local network.
• Omada Controller must have network access to your Omada devices (the router, switch, and EAPs) in order to find, adopt, and manage them.

Via Omada App

1. Download the TP-Link Omada App on your mobile It can be downloaded from App Store or Google Play:
2. Launch your Omada App and configure the controller at a local site or remote

Local Management

• Connect your mobile device to the EAP by using the default SSID (format: TP-Link_2.4GHz/5GHz_XXXXXX) printed on the label at the bottom of the product.
• Launch Omada App and go to Local Access, tap the + button on the upper-right corner to add the controller. Then you can further configure the controller.

Remote Management

Note : Before you start, make sure that both your controller and mobile device can access the internet.

For Omada Software Controller

• Make sure that Cloud Access is enabled on your controller and your controller has been bound with your TP-Link
• Launch the Omada App and log in with your TP-Link Then go to Cloud Access. A list of controllers that have been bound with your TP-Link ID will appear. Then you can further configure the controller.

For Omada Hardware Controller

• Make sure that Cloud Access is enabled on your By default, Cloud Access is enabled. Make sure that the Cloud LED is flashing slowly.
• Launch the Omada App and log in with your TP-Link Then go to Cloud Access. Tap the + button on the upper-right to add your controller. Then you can further configure the controller.

Via Web Browser

1. Open the Omada Controller’s web For Omada Software Controller

Launch the Omada Software Controller on your PC. After the initiation process, the controller automatically opens its web page. If not, click Launch a Browser to Manage the Network.

For Omada Hardware Controller

As Omada Hardware Controller gets its IP address from the DHCP server of the router, we don’t know its IP address explicitly. However, we can find it out on the router’s DHCP client list.

1. You need first find the IP address of the Open the command line on your PC and enter ipconfig. In the result list, find the Default Gateway, which is also the IP address of the router.

2. Launch a web browser and enter the IP address of the Log into the router’s web page, and both the username and password are admin by default. Then go to Network > LAN > DHCP Client List to find the IP address of your controller according to its MAC address.

3. Enter the IP address of your controller in the address bar to open its web

4. On the Omada Controller’s web page, follow the wizard to complete the quick

5. After the quick setup, the login page Enter the username and password you have created and click Log in. Then you can further configure the controller.

6. (For Remote Management) You can remotely access and manage your controller via Omada Cloud

Note : Before you start, make sure that both your controller and your PC can access the internet.

For Omada Software Controller

1. Make sure that Cloud Access is enabled on your controller and your controller has been bound with your TP-Link On the Omada Controller’s web page, go to Settings > Cloud Access to enable Cloud Access and bind your TP-Link ID. If you have set it up in the quick setup, skip this step.
2. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in. A list of controllers that have been bound with your TP-Link ID will appear. Then you can click Launch to further configure the controller.

For Omada Hardware Controller

1. Make sure that Cloud Access is enabled on your By default, Cloud Access is enabled. Make sure that the Cloud LED is flashing slowly.
2. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in. Click + Add Controller and choose Hardware Controller to add your controller. Then you can further configure the controller.

For detailed configurations, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support to download the User Guide of EAP in the download center.

To ask questions, find answers, and communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please visit https://community.tp-link.com to join TP-Link Community.
For technical support, the user guide, and other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.

Attention : In EU member states, EFTA countries and Northern Ireland, the operation in the frequency range 5150MHz-5350MHz is only permitted indoors.

Attention : In Great Britain, the operation in the frequency range 5150MHz – 5350MHz is only permitted indoors.

For EAP Controller, go to Access Point page and select the desired EAP to specify the channel. For web browser, go to Wireless > Wireless Settings to specify the channel.

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Safety Information

• Keep the device away from fire or hot environments. DO NOT immerse in water or any other liquid. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us. Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
• Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
• Use only power supplies which are provided by the manufacturer and in the original packing of this product. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
• Adapter should be used indoors where the ambient temperature is lower than or equal to 40℃.

Setup with videos
Visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/ or scan the QR code to search for the setup video of your product model.

Note : Images may differ from your actual product.

References

• TP-Link Community
• Omada Cloud
• Support Videos | TP-Link

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