tp-link AX1800 Omada Indoor Outdoor Access Point Installation Guide

Quick Installation Guide
Indoor/Outdoor Access Point

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.

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Overview

Package Contents

Panel Layout

SYS LED Explanation

malfunctioning.
Flashing yellow, green| Firmware update is in progress. Do not disconnect or power off the device.
Quickly flashing green| Locate the device.
Quickly flashing yellow, green| The device is being reset to its factory default settings.
Slowly flashing green| The device is in an isolated state.

Passive PoE Adapter

Lightning and ESD Protection

Before mounting the EAP, you should consider Lightning and ESD Protection to ensure safety.
Proper grounding is extremely important for outdoor devices. To reduce the damage of potential lightning and ESD attacks, connect the grounding terminal to grounding facilities using a proper grounding wire, which should meet the local installation requirements. You need to secure the grounding wire to the grounding terminal with the screw.

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.

Option 2: Wall Mounting
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.
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).
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.

Connect the Cable
Note: It’s recommended that you scan the QR code and watch the installation video. If you have any trouble in this process, please follow the instructions below step by step.

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1. Fit an Ethernet cable through the Spiral Cover, Bracket, and O-Ring, and connect the cable to the port.

2. Fit the O-Ring to the head of the Bracket and screw the Bracket to the body of the device.
   Note: Don’t warp the O-Ring.

3. Fit the Ethernet cable through the Seal’s slit with the thicker side towards the Bracket, and plug the seal to the Bracket.
   Note: Choose the proper Seal according to the type and diameter of the Ethernet cable.

4. Screw the Spiral Cover to the Bracket.

Power On
The EAP can be powered via the provided passive PoE adapter or a PSE device (such as a PoE switch).
Option 1: Via 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 on 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 PoE Adapter) by sliding the adapter in the direction of the arrows until it locks into place.
Option 2: Via PoE Switch
Connect an Ethernet cable from the PoE switch to the Ethernet port. The PoE switch should comply with 802.3at.

Software Configuration

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.
The EAP supports two configuring options:

• To configure and manage EAPs singly (usually suitable for a small network with a few EAPs), Standalone Mode is recommended. Please refer to Option 1.
• To configure and manage EAPs in batch, Controller Mode is recommended. Please refer to Option 2.

Option1: Standalone Mode

Via Omada App

https://www.tp-link.com/common/app/omada/qrcode.php

1. Download the TP-Link Omada App on your mobile device. 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 page. 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, log in to the web page of your EAP or the controller.

Via a 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 bar. Use admin for both Username and Password to log in.
3. Set up a new Username and Password for secure management purposes. 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.
Option2: Controller Mode
Controller Mode is applicable to configuration for mass EAPs. All EAPs can be centrally configured and monitored via Omada Software Controller, Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300) or Omada Cloud-Based Controller.

Via Omada Software Controller

1. On the 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/.
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.
4. After the wizard is finished, a login screen will appear. Enter the username and password you created and click Log in. Then you can further configure the network.

Omada Cloud Portal
After installing Omada Software Controller, you can remotely access the controller through Omada Cloud Portal. Follow the steps below.

1. Enable Cloud Access on the setting 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.
2. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar.
3. 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.

Omada App
With Omada App, you can also manage your Omada Software Controller at a local site and remote site. Note that Omada Software Controller needs to be kept running when using Omada App.

1. Download the TP-Link Omada App on your mobile device. It can be downloaded from App Store or Google Play:
   https://www.tp-link.com/common/app/omada/qrcode.php

2. Launch your Omada 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 SSID (format: TP-Link_2.4GHz/5GHz_XXXXXX) printed on the label at the bottom of the product.
   b. 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
   a. Make sure 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 ycan further configure the controller.

Via Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300)
Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300), which is pre-installed with Omada Software Controller is a good alternative if you have no spare PC to keep running Omada Software The controller in the network. It needs to be purchased additionally. For more details, refer to the Installation Guide of OC200/OC300.

Via Omada Cloud-Based Controller
Before managing the switch via Omada Cloud-Based Controller, make sure the devices can access the internet.

1. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar. Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in.
2. Click Add Controller and register for an Omada Cloud-Based Controller. Follow the instructions to complete the setup process.
3. Add devices with the serial number, make sure the devices are online and in factory default.
4. Assign appropriate licenses in order to manage and configure the devices on the cloud-based controller. Then wait until your controller is deployed.

Omada App
With Omada App, you can also manage your Omada, Cloud-Based Controller.

1. Download the TP-Link Omada App on your mobile device. It can be downloaded from App Store or Google Play:
   https://www.tp-link.com/common/app/omada/qrcode.php

2. 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 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
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For technical support, the user guide and other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support, or simply scan the QR code.
If you have any suggestions or needs on the product guides, welcome to email techwriter@tp-link.com.cn.

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

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.
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
• Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

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References

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• TP-Link Community
• Omada Cloud
• GPL Code Center | TP-Link
• Support Videos | TP-Link

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