EnGenius EWS2910P-Kit-300 Owner Manual

EWS2910P-Kit-300 Quick Installation Guide

Introduction

The EnGenius EWS-series wireless management switches provide fully managed

L2 switching capabitities and PoE+ support while EWS wireless indoor and outdoor access points connected to them can extend a network to provide connectivity. This for a growing array of wireless client devices simplified one-to-many mode configuration and authorized to access network resources a company’s internet connection. For efficient manage ability, through an easy-to navigate, browser-based graphical user interface (GUI), each EWS switch also offers priority-based configurations depening on an IT manager’s or network administrator’s need. Together the EWS switches and access points reach their full potential by allowing for quick deployment, simplified management and monitoring, and seamless concurrent upgrades, making the platform ideal for expansive or expanding business properties and operations.

Unpacking

Open the shipping carton and carefully unpack its contents. Please see the packaging contents (under) to make sure all the items are present and undamaged. Please note that the model you have purchased may appear slightly different. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your local

EnGenius reseller for replacement.

Package content EWS2910P

- EnGenius EWS2910P switch

- Power adapter

- Power cord

- Ground screw kit

- Rubber footpads

- Wall mount kit

- Quick Installation Guide

Before you connect

- Do not place heavy objects on the switch.

- Do not expose the switch to direct sunlight.

- Make sure that there is adequate space (at least 2 inches) for proper heat dissipation around the switch. Please do not cover the ventilation holes on all sides of the switch.

- Install the switch in a fairly cool and dry environment.

- Install the switch in a site free from strong electromagnetic source.

- Visually inspect the power jack and make sure that it is fully secured to the power adapter.

Switch installation

A) Installing the switch on a flat surface

Install the switch on a flat surface such as a desktop or shelf, attach the rubber feet on the bottom at each corner of the switch. The rubber feet cushion the switch from shock or vibration, and secure space between devices when stacking.

B) Wall mounting the switch

To mount the switch on a wall, install the two provided screws in positions that correspond to the slots on the bottom side of the switch, then mount the switch.

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Connecting to the switch

A) Connect the supplied power adapter to the EWS switch and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Verify the power LED indicator is lit on the EWS switch. Wait for the EWS switch to complete boot up. It might take few minutes to complete the process.

IP address configuration

A) Once your computer is on, configure the setting of your network adapter.

Open ‘Network Connections’ >

Local Area Connection >

Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) >

Properties.

Quick Installation Guide

B) Connect one end of a Category 5/6 Ethernet cable into the Gigabit

(10/100/1000) Ethernet port on the switch’s front panel and the other end to the Ethernet port on the computer. Verify that the LED on the Ethernet port of the switch is green.

C) Connect the EWS access point(s) to the EWS switch. Verify that the LED on the Ethernet port(s) of the EWS switch is green.

B) Select ‘Use the following IP address’ and make the following entries:

- IP address: 192.168.0.10 (or any address in the 192.168.0.x network)

- Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0





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Management switch setup

A) Open a web browser on your computer. In the address bar of the web browser, enter 192.168.0.239 and choose Enter.


Device management

Locating wireless managed access point(s)

A) Go to device management and select access points. All managed access point(s) connected to the same network as the wireless management switch will appear on the right side of the screen, under the access point access point(s) detected list.

B) A login screen will appear. By default, username is admin and the password is password. Enter the current username and password of the wireless management switch and then click Login.

B) To manage the managed access point(s), select the

desired managed access point(s) by checking the boxes

and click ‘Add’.

C) The EnGenius wireless management switch user interface will appear.

Make sure the controller state is set to Enabled.

C) You will be prompted to enter an IP address range for the managed access point(s)).

- Select DHCP for an IP address to be assigned automatically if there is a DHCP server in the network.

- Select static to enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server manually.

Click ‘Apply’ to continue.





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Managing wireless managed access point(s)

The managed access point(s) that are successfully being managed will be listed under the managed access point(s) list. Click on the device name to access to its configuration settings. Please refer to the wireless management switch

User manual for more information on configuration settings.

Managing wireless management switch

For further switch configurations, click on switch at the top left of the dashboard.

Refer to the wireless management switch user manual for more information on configuration settings.






EWS2910P-Kit-300 Quick Installation Guide

Package contents EWS300AP

- Managed indoor access point

- Power adapter

- RJ-45 Ethernet cable

- Mounting bracket

- Mounting kit

- T-Rail mounting kit

Minimum requirements

- Broadband Internet service (Cable or DSL modem)

- Internet browser (Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, Chrome)

- EnGenius wireless management L2 switch (To use with EWS-series management switches)

Connecting the access point

Step 1: Connect one end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the front panel of the EnGenius wireless management switch and the other end to the

Ethernet port on the computer.

Step 2: Connect another Ethernet cable into the LAN port of the managed access point and the other end to the Ethernet port on the wireless management switch. With the wireless management switches, the managed access point is able to obtain proper assigned IP address for further configurations.

IP adress configuration

Step 1: Once your computer is on, ensure that your

TCP/IP is set to ‘On’ or ‘Enabled’. Open ‘Network

Connections’ and then click ‘Local Area Connection’.

Select ‘Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)’.

Step 2: If your computer is already on a network, ensure that you have set it to a static IP address on the interface. (Example: 192.168.1.10 and the subnet mask address as 255.255.255.0.)

Management switch setup

Step 1: Open a web browser on your computer.

In the adress bar of the web browser, typ in 192.168.1.1 and choose Enter.

Step 2: A login screen will appear. By default, the username is admin and the password is admin. Enter the current username and password of the wireless management switch and then click ‘Login’.

Step 3: The EnGenius wireless management switch user interface will appear.

This device can operate in access point mode.





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Mounting the access point

The access point can be ceiling mounted or wall mounted depending on the setup.

To attach the access point to a ceiling or wall using the mounting bracket:

Step 1: Attach the mounting bracket to the wall or ceiling using the provided mounting kit.

Step 2: Insert the provided short screws into the mounting holes. Make sure there’s enough space between the screws and unit for the mounting bracket. If extra space is required, use the provided spacers and long screws from the

T-Rail mounting kit.


To attach the access point to a ceiling using T-Rail connectors:

Step 1: Attach the T-Rail connectors to the bottom cover of the access point using the provided short screws. Use appropriate size T-rail connectors

(15/16” or 9/16”). If extra space is required to accommodate drop ceiling tiles, use the provided spacers and long screws.

Step 2: Line up the connected T-rail connectors with an appropriately sized rail and press the unit onto the rail until it snaps into place.

Note: To protect your access point, use the Kensington security slot to attach a cable lock (cable lock is not included).

Step 3: Mount the access point to the mounting bracket by rotating the unit clockwise about 90 degrees to secure it in place.





EnGenius EWS2910P-Kit-300 Owner Manual

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