dahua DH-EAP6218-C Wireless Access Point User Manual

DH-EAP6218-C Wireless Access Point

Product Information: In-Ceiling Mount Access Point

The In-Ceiling Mount Access Point is a device designed for
installation in ceilings to provide wireless access to network
resources. It is manufactured by Zhejiang Dahua Vision Technology
Co., Ltd. and is suitable for both residential and commercial
environments. The access point allows users to connect their
devices to a local area network (LAN) or the internet
wirelessly.

This user manual provides detailed instructions on the
installation, functions, and operations of the In-Ceiling Mount
Access Point. It is essential to read and understand this manual
before using the device to ensure proper setup and optimal
performance.

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions:

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• About the Manual: This manual is for reference
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  user’s manual, CD-ROM, QR code, or the manufacturer’s website.

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  explanation.

Important Safeguards and Warnings:

This section provides guidelines to ensure proper handling of
the device, prevent hazards, and avoid property damage. It is
crucial to follow these guidelines when using the In-Ceiling Mount
Access Point:

• Transportation Requirements: Transport the
  device under allowed humidity and temperature conditions to prevent
  damage during transit.

• Storage Requirements: Store the device under
  allowed humidity and temperature conditions to maintain its
  performance and longevity.

• Installation Requirements:

  • Do not connect the power adapter to the device while the
    adapter is powered on to avoid electrical hazards.

  • Strictly comply with local electrical safety codes and
    standards during installation.

  • Personnel working at heights must take all necessary safety
    measures to ensure their well-being.

Following these instructions will help ensure safe and proper
usage of the In-Ceiling Mount Access Point. For more detailed
information, please refer to the complete user’s manual provided by
the manufacturer.

In-ceiling Mount Access Point
User’s Manual
V1.0.0

ZHEJIANG DAHUA VISION TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
Address: No. 1399, Binxing Road, Binjiang District, Hangzhou, P. R. China Postcode: 310053 Website: www.dahuasecurity.com Email: dhoverseas@dhvisiontech.com Tel: +86-571-87688888 28933188

Foreword

General
This manual introduces the installation, functions and operations of the Inceiling Mount Access Point (hereinafter referred to as “the AP”). Read carefully before using the device, and keep the manual safe for future reference.
Safety Instructions
The following signal words might appear in the manual.

Signal Words

Meaning

Indicates a high potential hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a medium or low potential hazard which, if not avoided, could result in slight or moderate injury.
Indicates a potential risk which, if not avoided, could result in property damage, data loss, reductions in performance, or unpredictable results.
Provides methods to help you solve a problem or save time.
Provides additional information as a supplement to the text.

About the Manual

The manual is for reference only. Slight

might be found

between the manual and the product.

We are not liable for losses incurred due to operating the product in

ways that are not in compliance with the manual.

The manual will be updated according to the latest laws and

regulations of related jurisdictions. For detailed information, see the

paper user’s manual, use our CD-ROM, scan the QR code or visit our

website. The manual is for reference only. Slight

might be found between the electronic version and the paper version.

All designs and software are subject to change without prior written

notice. Product updates might result in some

appearing

between the actual product and the manual. Please contact customer

service for the latest program and supplementary documentation.

There might be errors in the print or deviations in the description of the

functions, operations and technical data. If there is any doubt or

dispute, we reserve the right of explanation.

Upgrade the reader software or try other mainstream reader software if

the manual (in PDF format) cannot be opened.

All trademarks, registered trademarks and company names in the

manual are properties of their respective owners.

Please visit our website, contact the supplier or customer service if any

problems occur while using the device.

If there is any uncertainty or controversy, we reserve the right of

explanation.

Important Safeguards and Warnings

This section introduces content covering the proper handling of the device, hazard prevention, and prevention of property damage. Read carefully before using the device, and comply with the guidelines when using it.
Transportation Requirements

Transport the device under allowed humidity and temperature conditions. Storage Requirements

Store the device under allowed humidity and temperature conditions. Installation Requirements

Do not connect the power adapter to the device while the adapter is
powered on. Strictly comply with the local electrical safety code and standards. Personnel working at heights must take all necessary measures to
ensure personal safety including wearing a helmet and safety belts. Do not leave outdoor models of the device hanging in the air or facing
outwards when installing onto poles that are on top of buildings.

Do not place the device in a place exposed to sunlight or near heat sources.
Put the device in a well-ventilated place, and do not block its ventilation.
Use an adapter or cabinet power supply provided by the manufacturer. Do not connect the device to two or more kinds of power supplies, to
avoid damage to the device. The device is a class I electrical appliance. Make sure that the power
supply of the device is connected to a power socket with protective earthing. The device must be grounded by a copper wire with a cross-sectional area of 2.5 mm2 and a ground resistance no more than 4 . Voltage stabilizer and lightning surge protector are optional depending on the actual power supply on site and the ambient environment. To ensure heat dissipation, the gap between the device and the surrounding area should not be less than 10 cm on the sides and 10 cm on top of the device. When installing the device, make sure that the power plug and appliance coupler can be easily reached to cut power. Outdoor models of the device must be securely installed on poles or brackets that are perpendicular to the ground. Make sure the entire surface of the device and all its related components are covered with anti-oxidation coating (such as rust preventive paint), and that the installation site and height of the device meet the requirements of the plan. Install outdoor models of the device on top of buildings where there is little to no direct sunlight to avoid the device becoming overheated. Make sure to take all necessary measures to protect the device. Face the side with the Ethernet port downwards, and arrange the wires in a downward direction when installing outdoor models of the device.
Operation Requirements

Do not disassemble the device without professional instruction. Operate the device within the rated range of power input and output. Make sure that the power supply is correct before running the device. When removing the cable device to avoid personal injury. Do not unplug the power cord on the side of the device when the
adapter is powered on.
Use the device under allowed humidity and temperature conditions. This is a class B product. In a domestic environment this may cause
radio interference in which case you may be required to take adequate measures. Maintenance Requirements
Do not disassemble it unless necessary. Power the device before maintenance. Mark key components on the maintenance circuit diagram with
warning signs.
1 Overview
1.1 Indicator Description
Figure 1-1 Product overview

The number of indicators of the device might models. Refer to actual devices.
Table 1-1 Indicator status

depending on

Indic Normal ator status

Description

Red Green Blue
Red solid on Green Blue
Red Green Blue
Red Green Blue
Red Green Blue

System normally starts.
System fails. 2.4GHz normally starts. 5GHz normally starts. Only 5GHz normally starts.
Only 2.4GHz normally starts.

1.2 Port Description

The ports

depending on the models. The

refer to the actual products.

Figure 1-2 Port disgram

is for reference only,

Table 1-2 Port description

No.

Name

Description

1

DC

Power port.

No.
2 3 4 5
6

Name
LAN indicator WAN indicator WAN/PoE port LAN port/Console
Reset

Description
LED indicator. The light is on when connecting network cable.
Connects to Extranet. You can connect to ADSL modem or broadband. Under the AP and repeater mode, you can switch WAN to LAN.
Connects to LAN devices/debug equipment.
Reset button. Restore to the device to default settings. Press and hold the button for over 10 s after the device powers on, and then the device can restart.

2 Installation
Figure 2-1 Installation procedure

3 Connection
ByPass Mode Figure 3-1 Bypass mode

INTERNET

Cloud Server

Router

AC

PoE switch

AP1

AP2

AP3

Laptop

Phone

Monitor

AC Gateway Mode

Figure 3-2 AC gateway mode

INTERNET Cloud Server

AC

PoE switch

AP1

AP2

AP3

Laptop

Phone

Monitor

If the in-ceiling AP adopts a power supply of PoE 24 V, use a PoE switch or a PoE adapter with a power supply of 24 V.
If the in-ceiling AP adopts a power supply of PoE 48 V, use a switch with a power supply of IEEE802.3at standard.
When the wireless scale is large and uses more in-ceiling APs, we recommend using a AC wireless controller to manage all the APs.

4 Device Management
4.1 Management on Webpge 4.1.1 Wireless Connection

Procedure

Step 1

Set the IP address of the wireless adapter as 192.168.1.X (X ranges from 1 to 254), keep the network segment same as the AP’s, and then set subnet mask as 255.255.255.0.

Step 2 Set wireless connection after setting IP address. Select DAHUA_Wireless_XXXXXX, click Connect , input your password, and then click OK.

No password by default.
4.1.2 Wired Connection
Set the IP address of the wired adapter as 192.168.1.X (X ranges from 1 to 254), and keep the network segement same as the AP.
4.2 AP Mode

Procedure

Step 1

Open the IE browser, enter the web address of 192.168.1.110. For the first login, you will be directed to the following page to change the login password.

The defaulted login password is admin. Figure 4-1 Change password

Figure 4-4 AP mode
Step 5 Select Country Region. Figure 4-5 Select country
.
Step 6 Select Get IP From AC from the Connection. Figure 4-6 Connection method

Step 2

The default is the AP mode, and you can click to the fat AP mode.
Figure 4-2 Fit AP

to switch

Step 7 Enter 2G WiFi page, and then set the parameters. Figure 4-7 2G WiFi

Step 3 After converting to Fat AP, you need to login again. Figure 4-3 Login again
Step 4 After logging in, and then select the AP mode as the current working mode.

Step 8 Enter 5G WiFi page, and then set the parameters.

Figure 4-8 2G WiFi

DNS server are correctly acquired to make sure the normal function of the device.

Figure 4-9 Gateway mode

Figure 4-10 AP mode

4.3 IP Settings and Status Checking
IP Settings: Wireless AP will restart and enter the set working status after IP settings. Set the IP address as automatically require, so that
the computer and other wireless devices can connect to the previouslevel router, and access network. Status Checking: Manually set the IP address of the computer as 192.168.1.X (X ranges from 1 to 254), and then realize the access and status checking of the wireless AP management.
Figure 4-9 Home page

4.4

Management

You can

restore settings, backup and resetting to default. You

can also set soft restart of the device, modify the web login password,

upgrade the

manage time, and count system logs.

Figure 4-10

management

4.5 Testing Wireless

Procedure

Step 1 Test the wireless network is available through laptop or phone,

click to select the set wireless SSID. Enter the right password and test the network connection.

Step 2

Check whether the status, signal quality, signal speed, message sending and data of the wireless connection are normal. Click to view the detailed information, check whether the IP address and

Gateway Mode

AP Mode

4.6 Others

Gateway mode

Enable router functions. WAN port connects to modem (ADSL modem

or optical modem) to dial up to access Internet, or WAN port to

access Internet through static IP or dynamic IP.

AP mode

Disable all the WAN functions, including NAT, DHCP, and

All the

wireless ports and wired ports are connected together.

method according to the setup wizard of all modes, set parameters and options, click Next to complete all the settings.

5 FAQ

Questions
Forget the login username and password.

Solutions
Restore the device to default settings, press and hold the Reset button for over 10 s, and then release the pressing. The device will restart and restore to factory settings.

1. Check whether the IP address and the AP are on the same segment. Check whether the IP address is

Cannot log in to the wireless AP management page through web.

2. Restore the wireless AP to the factory settings, and try connecting again.
3. Make sure that the IP 192.168.1.110 of the wireless AP is not occupied by other devices.
4. Check the computer of the network cable. We recommend using unshielded twisted pair as the network cable.

Forget the password of the wireless network.

1. Connect wireless AP with cables, enter the web management page. Click wireless setting and basic setting. Enter the password again in the secret key.
2. Restore to the factory settings, there is no password is by default.

Cannot acquire IP address.

1. Check whether the device has enabled the DHCP server under the gateway and wireless ISP client modes.
2. Check whether the upper network connection is normal or the DHCP server works normally in the LAN under the repeater and AP modes.

to fat AP.

the device will restart automatically. After restarting, clear the IE browser cache and log in through web.
devices in batches.

AC list cannot recognize the AP devices.

series managing fat AP mode, or the BW series managing

References

• Dahua Technology - World Leading Video-Centric AIoT Solution & Service Provider

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