tp-link EAP615-WE In Wall Wi-Fi 6 Access Point Installation Guide

tp-link EAP615-WE In Wall Wi-Fi 6 Access Point Installation Guide

Hardware Overview

Front Panel

LED Indicator

On: Working normally/Initializing
Off: Working abnormally/Power off/LED off
Flash:

• Flash twice: Initialization is completed.
• Flash once per second: The EAP is upgrading.
• Flash quickly: The EAP is resetting, or the Omada controller is locating the device*.

When the Locate feature is activated in the Omada controller, the LED flashes quickly
to locate and identify the device. The LED will flash for 10 minutes. You can disable
the feature manually to stop it from flashing.

LED Button

Press the LED button for 1 second to turn on/off the LED. With the device powered on, press and hold the button for about 20 seconds until the LED flashes, then release the button. The device will restore to its factory defaults.

Ethernet Outlet

Connected to a client device to transmit data.

Telephone Outlet

Connected to a telephone to transmit voice signals.

Top Panel

Reset Button

With the device powered on, press and hold the button for about 5 seconds until the LED flashes, then release the button. The device will restore to its factory defaults.

ETH0(PoE IN) Port

Connected to a PSE (Power Sourcing Equipment), such as a PoE switch, for both data transmission and Power. The PSE supports 802.3af/at inputs and shall comply with Power Source Class 2 (PS2) or Limited Power Source (LPS) defined in the standard of IEC 62368-1.

TEL Port

Connected to the telephone wiring.

Pre-Installation Checklist

Before installation, be sure that you have the following items:

• A pre-installed wall junction box
• An RJ45 plug
• A Phillips screwdriver
• A PoE switch

Installation Requirements

• Install in a closed wall environment, and ensure that there is enough space for heat dissipation.
• Ensure that the installation location is strong enough to support the weight of the product and its installation accessories.
• Ensure that the size of the installation location is suitable for installing the product. Leave a certain amount of free space on the front, back, left, and right sides of the device to facilitate heat dissipation.

Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
• 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.
• The PoE ports shall not be used to charge lithium batteries or devices supplied by lithium batteries.

Installation Steps

1. Remove the faceplate and mounting plate if any.

2. Connect the Ethernet cable to the ETH0 (PoE IN) port. Connect the telephone cable to the TEL port. Position the cables to ensure they are not strained.
   

3. Attach the EAP to a mounting bracket (not provided), then secure them to the junction box with screws.
   

4. Secure the mounting plate to the mounting bracket, then press the faceplate into position.
   

Software Configuration

• 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

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.

Via Omada App

1. Download and install the TP-Link Omada App from App Store or Google Play.
   

2. Connect your mobile device to the EAP by using the default SSIDs printed on the label at the bottom of the product.
3. Open the Omasa App, go to the Standalone Devices > APs page, and wait for the EAP to appear. Tap on the EAP to configure it.
   The Omada App is designed to help you quickly configure 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 your device to the EAP by using the default SSIDs printed on the label at the bottom of the product.
2. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkeap.net in the address bar. Use admin for both Username and Password to log in. Set up a new Username and Password for secure management purpose. Then you can configure the AP.

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

For detailed configurations, refer to the User Guide of the controller and EAPs. The guides can be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.

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.

Method 2: Controller Mode

Choose from a type of Omada Controller:

• Type 1: Omada Software Controller

On a PC with Windows or Linux OS, download the 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 controller.

To manage your devices, the software controller needs to keep running on your computer.

Type 2: Omada Hardware Controller

If you have no spare PC to keep running the software controller in the network, you can purchase the hardware controller. For more details, refer to the Installation Guide of your hardware controller.

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.

1. Download and install the TP-Link Omada App from App Store or Google Play.
   

2. Launch your Omasa App and configure the controller at a local site or remote site.

• Local Management

  • a. Connect your mobile device to the EAP by using the default SSIDs printed on the label at the bottom of the product.
    bb. Launch the Omada App and go to Local Access, tap the + button on the upper-right corner to add the controller. Then you can launch the controller to adopt and manage devices.

• Remote Management
  Nbote: Before you start, make sure that both your controller and mobile device can access the internet.

• For Omada Software Controller:

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

• For Omada Hardware Controller:

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

Via Web Browser

1. Open the controller’s web page.

2. For Omada Software Controller: Launch the 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.

3. For Omada Hardware Controller: Find the IP address of the controller on the gateway router’s DHCP client list. Enter the IP address in the address bar to open its web page.

4. On the controller’s web page, follow the wizard to complete the quick setup. Then you can launch the controller to adopt and manage devices.

5. (For Remote Management) You can remotely access and manage your controller via Omada Cloud Service.
   Note: Before you start, make sure that both your controller and PC can access the internet.

   • For Omada Software Controller:

   • a. Make sure that Cloud Access is enabled on your controller and your controller has been bound with your TP-Link ID. On the 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.
     b. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar. 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 launch the controller to adopt and manage devices.

   • For Omada Hardware Controller:

   • a. Make sure that Cloud Access is enabled on your controller. By default, Cloud Access is enabled. Make sure that the Cloud LED is flashing slowly.

   • b. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in headdress bar. Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in. Click + Add Controller and choose Hardware Controller to add your controller. Then you can launch the controller to adopt and manage devices

References

• TP-Link Community
• Omada Cloud

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