Edge-core EAP102 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point User Guide

: June 6, 2024
: Edge-core

Table of Contents

Package Contents
Overview
Installation
Safety and Regulatory Information
Warnings and Cautionary Messages
Hardware Specifications
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Edge-core EAP102 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Indoor Access Point User Guide

Package Contents

EAP102 access point
AC power adapter with international socket converters
Mounting bracket accessory
Screw kit—4 screws and 4 plugs
Console cable—RJ-45 to DB-9 (TIP SKU only)
QR code card

Overview

Product Overview

12 VDC power input
Uplink(PoE) Port: 2.5Gbps connection to 802.3at PoE LAN device.
LAN Port: 2.5Gbps connection to LAN devices.
Console port (reserved for future use)
USB 2.0 port (reserved for future use)
Restart/Reset button:
- A quick press restarts the system.
- A 5 second press resets to factory defaults.
System LED Indicators:
- Uplink(PoE): On (link), Blinking (traffic)
- 2.4G: On (radio on), Blinking (traffic)
- 5G: On (radio on), Blinking (traffic)
- Status: On (power OK), Blinking (boot up)

Installation

Warning: For indoor use only. The access point, AC power adapter, and all connected cables are not for outdoor use.

Mount the AP

Mounting on a Wall

At the installation location on the wall, set two screws in the wall 128 mm (5.0 in.) apart. Use the wall plugs and screws included in the screw kit.
Slide the AP’s wall mounting slots down onto the screws so that the unit is secure.

Mounting on a Suspended Ceiling T-Bar

Slide the bracket accessory onto the base of the AP until it clicks into its locked position.
Position the ceiling-mount clip holders on either side of the T-bar,and then turn the AP until the two clips lock it to the T-bar.

Note: The AP mounting supports two different sizes of suspended ceiling T-bars. The position illustrated above is for 24.5 mm bars. Use the position at a 90 degrees angle for 15 mm bars.

Mounting on a Ceiling Without T-Bars

At the installation location on the ceiling, use the mounting bracket to mark four holes for the plugs and screws (included in the screw kit). Drill four holes for the plugs, and then insert the plugs and tap them flush with the ceiling surface.
Use the four screws to secure the bracket to the ceiling (screw torque must be less than 6 kgf.cm).
Slide the AP onto the bracket until it snaps into its secured position.

Connect Cables

Connect LAN Cables

Connect Category 5e or better cable to the Uplink(PoE) 2.5GBASE-T RJ-45 port. When connected to a PoE source, the Uplink(PoE) port connection provides power to the unit.
(Optional) Connect a local LAN switch or computer to the LAN 2.5GBASE-T RJ-45 port.

(Optional) Connect AC Power Adapter

Connect the AC power adapter to the DC power jack on the AP and then plug the adapter into a nearby AC power source.

Check AP LEDs

Uplink(PoE) LED — on green for a valid link.
2.4G and 5G LEDs — on green for radio enabled.
Power/Status LED — on green for normal operation.

Connect to the Web User Interface

Connect a PC directly to the AP’s LAN port.
Set the PC IP address to be on the same subnet as the AP LAN port default IP address. (The PC address must start 192.168.2.x with subnet mask 255.255.255.0.)
Enter the AP’s default IP address of 192.168.2.1 into the web browser address bar
Note: To connect to the web interface using the Uplink(PoE) port, the IP address is automatically assigned through DHCP by default. If a DHCP server is unreachable, the Uplink(PoE) port reverts to a fallback IP address of 192.168.1.10.
On first-time log in to the web interface, the Setup Wizard starts and you must set a new password (the default is “admin”).
Continue with the Setup Wizard to set the regulatory country and management mode before clicking “Done.”
Note: For more information on the Setup Wizard and AP configuration, refer to the User Manual.

(Optional) QR Code Onboarding

For quick set up and registration of your AP with the ecCLOUD controller, you can scan the QR code on the AP using a phone.

Follow these steps:

Make sure the AP is powered on and connected to the Internet.
Use the camera (iPhone) or a barcode app (Android) on your phone to scan the AP’s QR code. The QR code is printed on a label on the base of the AP
When a message pops up, tap “yes” to join the Wi-Fi network (iPhone requires you to go to Settings > Wi-Fi).
The web browser should open and redirect to the Setup Wizard page
Note: If the phone cannot connect to the Wi-Fi network, type the SSID (network name) and password manually. The SSID name is the AP serial number (for example, EC0123456789), and the password is the AP MAC address (for example, 903CB3BC1234).
After setting a new password and the regulatory country, select to manage the AP using the ecCLOUD controller, or to manage the AP in stand-alone mode.
- Stand-Alone Mode: Use the default wireless network setting or customize the network name and password. Tap “Done” to finish the Setup Wizard.
  Wait about two minutes for the AP configuration to update, and then connect to the wireless network name configured in the setup wizard. The browser is then redirected to the login page of the AP.
- Cloud-Managed Mode: Tap “Done” to finish the setup wizard
  and the browser is redirected to the ecCLOUD login page.

If you already have an ecCLOUD account, log in and select a site for the AP. The AP is automatically registered for cloud management. After you tap “Save,” wait about two minutes for the cloud controller to configure the AP.
Register Device

If you do not have an ecCLOUD account, tap “I want to register” and first set up an account. Create a cloud and site before confirming the regulatory country. After tapping “Next,” the AP is then automatically registered for cloud management After you tap “Save,” wait about two minutes for the cloud controller to configure the AP

Note: Refer to the Edgecore ecCLOUD Controller User Manual for more information on setting up and configuring APs through ecCLOUD.

Safety and Regulatory Information

FCC Class B

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 24 cm between the radiator and your body.

Industry Canada

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause interference.
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems

IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 28 cm between the radiator and your body

CE Statement

This equipment complies with EU radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

The device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5150 to 5350 MHz frequency range.

All operational modes:

2.4 GHz: 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n (HT20), 802.11n (HT40), 802.11ac (VHT20), 802.11ac (VHT40), 802.11ax (HE20), 802.11ax (HE40)

5 GHz: 802.11a, 802.11n (HT20), 802.11n (HT40), 802.11ac (VHT20), 802.11ac (VHT40), 802.11ac (VHT80), 802.11ax (HE20), 802.11ax (HE40), 802.11ax (HE80)

The frequency and maximum transmitted power limit in EU are listed as below:

2412-2472 MHz: 20 dBm
5150-5350 MHz: 23 dBm
5500-5700 MHz: 30 dBm

The abbreviations of the countries, as prescribed in above table, where any restrictions on putting into service or any requirements for authorization of use exist.

CE Icon CE Mark Declaration of Conformance for EMI and Safety (EEC)

This information technology equipment is in compliance with the Directive 2014/53/EU and Directive 2014/35/EU.

The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) can be obtained from
www.edge-core.com -> support -> download.

Warnings and Cautionary Messages

Warning: This product does not contain any serviceable user parts.
Warning: Installation and removal of the unit must be carried out by qualified personnel only.
Warning: When connecting this device to a power outlet, connect the field ground lead on the tri-pole power plug to a valid earth ground line to prevent electrical hazards.

Caution: Wear an anti-static wrist strap or take other suitable measures to prevent electrostatic discharge when handling this equipment.
Caution: Do not plug a phone jack connector in the RJ-45 port. This may damage this device.
Caution: Use only twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 connectors that conform to FCC standards.

Hardware Specifications

AP Chassis

Size (WxDxH): 201 x 195 x 39.8 mm (7.91 x 7.68 x 1.57 in.)
Weight: 0.7 kg (1.54 lb)
Temperature: Operating 0° C to 45° C (32° F to 113° F)
Storage: -20° C to 60° C (-4° F to 140° F)
Humidity: Operating: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Network Interfaces

Ports: Uplink(PoE) RJ-45 Port: 2.5GBASE-T, PoE PD LAN RJ-45 Port: 10/100/1000/2.5GBASE-T
2.4 GHz Radio: IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
5 GHz Radio: IEEE 802.11a/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth Radio: IEEE 802.15.1
Radio Frequencies: 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz (US, Canada, ETSI) 5.15 – 5.25 GHz (lower band) US/Canada, Europe 5.725 – 5.825 GHz (upper band) US/Canada

Power Specifications