tp-link ER707-M2(UN) Omada Multi-Gigabit VPN Gateway Installation Guide

tp-link ER707-M2(UN) Omada Multi-Gigabit VPN Gateway

Specifications

• Product Name: Omada Multi-Gigabit VPN Gateway
• Manufacturer: TP-Link
• Hardware Features: LED indicators, USB 2.0 port, various RJ45 WAN/LAN ports, Gigabit SFP WAN/LAN port, Kensington Security Slot,
• Grounding Terminal Power Socket, Reset button
• Power Input : Power adapter included
• Network Connectivity : Ethernet, Fiber-optic
• Installation Options: Desktop or Rackmount

Product Usage Instructions

Hardware Overview

The Omada Multi-Gigabit VPN Gateway features various ports and indicators on its front and back panels. Refer to the manual for detailed information.

Hardware Connection

• Connect the gateway to power using the provided adapter.
• Depending on your network setup, connect via Ethernet or Fiber-optic cables following the instructions provided.

Software Configuration:

For software setup and configuration, refer to the user manual provided with the product. Detailed steps for configuring network settings and security features are included.

FAQ:

Q1: How do I configure a WAN port on the Omada Multi-Gigabit VPN Gateway?

To configure a WAN port, access the management page and follow the instructions to designate a LAN port as a WAN port. Connect the designated port to the internet using the appropriate cable.

Note: The image may differ from the actual product.

Hardware Overview

Front Panel

Reset: Press and hold the button for 5 seconds, and the SYS LED will flash quickly, indicating the device is being reset to its factory default settings.

By default, it is a LAN port connecting to local PCs or switches.

You can configure it to a WAN port on the management page.

Port 3| Gigabit RJ45 WAN/LAN port. By default, it is a WAN port.

You can configure it to a LAN port on the management page.

Ports 4-6| Gigabit RJ45 WAN/LAN ports.

By default, they are LAN ports connecting to local PCs or switches.

You can configure each port to a WAN port on the management page.

Port 7| Gigabit SFP WAN/LAN port connecting to an SFP module. By default, it is a LAN port.

You can configure it to a WAN port on the management page.

Kensington Security Slot| Secure the lock (not provided) into the security slot to prevent the device from being stolen.
Grounding Terminal

| The gateway comes with a lightning protection mechanism.
Power Socket| Connect to the power outlet via the provided power adapter.

Back Panel

Off: Power is off.

SYS| Slow Flashing: The system is running normally.

Quick Flashing: The gateway is being reset.

On/Off: The system is starting up or running abnormally.

SFP| On: Running at 1000 Mbps, but no activity.

Off: No device is linked to the corresponding port.

Flashing: Running at 1000 Mbps, and transmitting or receiving data.

USB| For USB Modem:

Flashing: A modem is connected, and it is initializing.

On: The modem is loaded.

Off: No modem is inserted, or it is corrupted or incompatible.

For USB Storage:

On: A USB storage device is inserted and identified.

Off: No USB storage device is inserted, or it is corrupted or incompatible.

| For 2.5G Port:

Green On: Running at 2.5 Gbps, but no activity.

Green Off: No device is linked to the corresponding port.

Green Flashing: Running at 2.5 Gbps, and transmitting or receiving data.

Yellow On: Running at 1000/100/10 Mbps, but no activity.

Yellow Off: No device is linked to the corresponding port.

Yellow Flashing: Running at 1000/100/10 Mbps, and transmitting or receiving data.

For Gigabit Port:

Green On: Running at 1000 Mbps, but no activity.

Green Off: No device is linked to the corresponding port.

Green Flashing: Running at 1000 Mbps, and transmitting or receiving data.

Yellow On: Running at 100/10 Mbps, but no activity.

Yellow Off: No device is linked to the corresponding port.

Yellow Flashing: Running at 100/10 Mbps, and transmitting or receiving data.

Hardware Connection

Connect via Ethernet

Note:

1. If you want to connect to the internet via another RJ45 WAN port, refer to FAQ-Q1 to configure your desired port to a WAN port first (excluding port 3) and connect the port to the internet via an RJ45 cable.
2. For internet connection via fiber network, refer to FAQ-Q1 to configure the SFP port as a WAN port first, and connect the SFP port to the internet via an SFP module.

Software Configuration

The gateway supports two configuration options:

• Standalone Mode: Configure and manage the gateway by itself.
• Controller Mode: Configure and manage network devices centrally. It is recommended in large-scale networks, which consist of a large number of devices such as access points, switches, and gateways.
• Note: When the gateway is managed by a controller, configurations of the gateway will be overridden by the controller.
• The gateway supports desktop installation and rack installation.

Refer to the following steps for rack installation:

• a. Secure the supplied rack-mounting brackets to each side of the device with supplied screws.
• b. Use suitable screws (not provided) to secure the brackets to the rack.

Option 1: Standalone Mode

In Standalone Mode, use a computer to configure and manage the gateway.

1. Connect a computer to a LAN port of the gateway with an RJ45 cable properly. If your computer is configured with a fixed IP, change it to Obtain an IP address automatically.
2. Open a web browser and type the default management address 192.168.0.1 in the address field of the browser, then press the Enter key.
3. Create a username and a password for subsequent login attempts and security.
4. Use the username and password set above to log in to the webpage.
5. After a successful login, you can configure the function by clicking the setup menu on the left side of the screen.

• Note: Make sure the ports you select as WAN ports correspond to the real situation.
• For detailed configurations, refer to the User Guide of the gateway. The guide can be found on the download center of our official website: https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.

Option 2: Controller Mode Choose from the following two types of Omada Controller:

Type 1: Via Omada Hardware Controller

• The Omada Hardware Controller is a good alternative if you have no spare PC to run the Omada Software Controller.
• For more details, refer to the Installation Guide of your Omada Hardware Controller.

1. As Omada Hardware Controller gets its IP address from the DHCP server of the gateway, we don’t know its IP address explicitly. However, we can find it out on the gateway’s DHCP client list.
   • a. You need first to find the IP address of the gateway. 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 gateway.
   • b. Launch a web browser and enter the IP address of the gateway. Create a username and password, and log into the gateway’s web page. Then go to Network > LAN > DHCP Client List to find the IP address of your controller according to its MAC address.
   • c. Enter the IP address of your controller in the address bar to open its web page.
2. On the Omada Controller’s web page, follow the wizard to complete the quick setup.
   • Note: When configuring the gateway, make sure the ports you select as WAN ports correspond to the real situation.
3. After the quick setup, the login page appears. Enter the username and password you have created and click Log in. Then you can further configure the controller.
4. (For Remote Management) You can remotely access and manage your controller via Omada Cloud Service.
   • 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 the address 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 further configure the controller.

Omada App

• With the Omada App, you can also manage your controller at a local site or a remote site via your mobile device.

Type 2: Via Omada Software Controller

• The Omada Software Controller is free software for centralized management.
• To centrally manage your devices, the Omada Software Controller needs to continually run on your computer.

1. On a PC with Windows OS or Linux OS, download the Omada Software Controller installation file from https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/omada-software-controller/.
   • Note: To download Omada Software Controller successfully, it is recommended to configure the gateway’s network to access the internet.
   • Refer to Standalone Mode to launch the management page and go to Network > WAN to complete the configuration.
2. Run the file and follow the wizard to install the Omada Software Controller.
3. Launch the Omada Software Controller and follow the step-by-step instructions to complete the quick setup.
   • Note: When configuring the gateway, make sure the ports you select as WAN ports correspond to the real situation.
4. After the quick setup, the login page appears. Enter the username and password you created and click Log in. Then you can further configure the network.

Omada Cloud Portal

• After installing the Omada Software Controller, you can remotely access the controller through the Omada Cloud Portal. Follow the steps below.
• a. Enable Cloud Access on the settings page on the controller and bind a TP-Link ID to your controller. If you have configured this in the setup wizard, skip the step.
• b. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar.
• c. 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 the detailed configurations, refer to the User Guide of the controller. The guide can be found on the download center of our official website: https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/?type=smb.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What should I do if I want to change the mode of the WAN/LAN ports?

Follow the steps Recommended Refer to the Interface Description table of this guide for the default mode of the WAN/LAN ports. Connect a computer to a LAN port of this gateway. If your computer is configured with a fixed IP address, change it to Obtain an IP address automatically. Log in to this gateway’s management page at 192.168.0.1. Go to Network > WAN > WAN Mode change the mode of the WAN/LAN ports by ticking the checkboxes and clicking Save.

What should I do if I need to connect this gateway to a modem gateway?

Check the LAN IP address of the modem gateway first. If the LAN IP address of the modem gateway is 192.168.0.1, which is the same as the default LAN IP address of this gateway follow the steps to change the LAN IP address of this gateway Connect a computer to a LAN port of this gateway. If your computer is configured with a fixed IP address, change it to Obtain an IP address automatically. Log in to this gateway’s management page at 192.168.0.1, and go to Network > LAN > LAN. In the Network List section, change the IP address 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.1.1 and click OK.

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 a damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
• The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
• Place the device with its bottom surface downward.

EU Declaration of Conformity

• TP-Link hereby declares that the device complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2011/65/EU, and (EU)2015/863.
• The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/.

UK Declaration of Conformity

• TP-Link hereby declares that the device complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
• The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca/.
• To ask questions, find answers, and communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please visit https://community.tp-link.com/business to join TP-Link Community.
• For technical support and other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/?type=smb, or simply scan the QR code.

References

• Omada Cloud
• CE Regulatory Compliance | TP-Link
• TP-Link Product Support - Wireless Networking Equipment Support
• Regulatory Compliance | TP-Link

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