Most computers and mobile devices function as DHCP clients. If your computer or
mobile device does not, enable its DHCP client so that is can obtain an IP address
automatically using DHCP.
Standard LED behavior when the AP is
powered on
After you turn on power to the AP, verify that the following sequence of events occurs:
1. When power is first applied, verify that the Power LED is lit.
2. After about two minutes, verify the following:
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The Power LED is solid green.
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The Internet LED is solid or blinking green.
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The WiFi LED is solid or blinking green.
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If a powered-up LAN device is connected to one of the LAN ports of the AP, the
LAN LED is solid or blinking green, or solid or blinking amber, depending on the
speed of the connection.
You can use the LEDs on the top panel of the AP for troubleshooting (see
Troubleshoot with the LEDs on page 229)
Troubleshoot with the LEDs
You can troubleshoot by checking the LEDs.
Power LED is off
This could occur for a number of reasons. Check the following:
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Make sure that the power adapter is securely connected to your AP and securely
connected to a working power outlet.
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Make sure that you are using the power adapter that NETGEAR supplied for this
product.
Power LED does not turn green
When you turn on the AP, the Power LED lights solid red for about five seconds and
then turns solid amber. After about 90 seconds, the Power LED lights solid green.
User Manual
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Diagnostics and
Troubleshooting
WiFi 6 AX1800 Dual Band Wireless Access Point WAX204
