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Chapter 4: Configuration
Figure 4-7. Configuration file screen.
Firmware Upgrade for Ethernet Extender in AC mode
To upgrade the firmware for the Wireless Ethernet Extender in AC mode, go to
Management —> Firmware Upload and from Upgrade AC Firmware, browse the
firmware file where it is placed. Press “Upload” to start the upgrade process. It
will take approximately two minutes to complete the update.
Figure 4-8. Upgrade Firmware screen.
Install the Managed Thin AP
Install and connect the rest of managed Access Points to your network with the
Ethernet cable. Power them up respectively. They will automatically discover the
Wireless Ethernet Extender in AC mode and issue registration request.
To check whether the thin APs are successfully registered or not, enter the web
page of the Wireless Ethernet Extender master access controller and go to
Management —> AP Management. You will see “Registered” in the Status
column. You can also see other information, such as MAC address, IP address, FW
version, number of clients that associate to each thin AP, and upload/download
speed.
