User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- 1. Access the AirBridge and Use the Easy Setup Method
- Related documentation
- Overview
- About NETGEAR Insight
- AirBridge label
- Operation mode: AirBridge Master, AirBridge Satellite, Access Point, or Client Bridge
- AirBridge mode
- Access the AirBridge for initial configuration
- Connect over WiFi using the NETGEAR Insight app on an iOS or Android mobile device
- Connect over the Internet using the NETGEAR Insight Cloud portal
- Connect over WiFi using a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device
- Connect over Ethernet using a computer connected to the same network
- Connect over Ethernet using a directly connected computer
- Operation mode and default settings after the Day Zero Easy Setup configuration
- Log in to the AirBridge after initial setup
- Change the language of the local browser UI
- 2. Manually Configure or Change the Operation Mode
- 3. Manage the Wired Network Settings
- 4. Manage the WiFi and Radio Features
- Recommended configuration order
- Change the device name of the AirBridge
- Change the country and region of operation
- Change the AirBridge mode
- Scan for neighboring access points
- Specify the approximate distance for the WiFi connection
- Manage the 5 GHz SSIDs and WiFi security
- Change the 5 GHz SSID or WiFi security mode for a satellite
- Change or configure a new 5 GHz SSID for a master with the AirBridge mode enabled
- Change or configure a new 5 GHz SSID for a master with the AirBridge mode disabled
- Change the 5 GHz SSID or WiFi security mode for a client bridge
- Change or configure a 5 GHz SSID for an access point
- Configure a guest network on an access point
- Set up WPA2-Enterprise security on a master or access point
- Set up WPA2-Enterprise security on a satellite or client bridge
- Manage the settings for the 2.4 GHz management SSID
- 5. Manage Advanced WiFi and Radio Features
- Recommended configuration order
- Manage the channel high throughput mode
- Manage the channel or channels
- Manage the radio transmit power
- Change the bit rate
- Manage client limits
- Manage time slot assignments to satellites
- Manage the satellite priority
- Set up a WiFi on/off schedule for a 5 GHz SSID
- Set up a MAC filter for a 5 GHz SSID
- Set up a RADIUS accounting server on a master or access point
- Manually block a WiFi client or connection from a 5 GHz SSID
- Configure traffic shaping for a 5 GHz SSID
- Change the DHCP server settings for a guest WiFi network
- 6. Maintain the AirBridge
- Change the management mode to NETGEAR Insight Mode or Standalone Mode
- Upgrade the firmware on the AirBridge
- Reboot the AirBridge from the local browser UI
- Schedule the AirBridge to reboot
- Manage the configuration file of the AirBridge
- Reset the AirBridge to factory default settings
- Manage the date and time settings
- Configure and view the logs
- Set up email alerts
- Manage access security settings
- Specify a management VLAN
- 7. Monitor the AirBridge and its Network Connections
- 8. Perform Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
- Send a ping
- Send a traceroute request
- Send a name server lookup request
- Perform a speed test
- Quick tips for troubleshooting
- Troubleshoot with the LEDs
- Troubleshoot the WiFi connectivity
- You cannot log in to the AirBridge over a LAN connection
- Changes are not saved
- Troubleshoot your network using your computer ping utility
- A. Factory Default Settings and Technical Specifications
7.
In the Time Period field, enter the duration in seconds of the entire speed test.
The default is 20 seconds.
8.
In the Check Interval field, enter the interval in seconds between the intermediate
throughput results.
The default is 5 seconds.
The IPv4 Port field is fixed at port number 5201. The IPv6 Port field is fixed at port
number 60001.
9. Click the Start button.
The AirBridge performs the speed test. The results display on the page.
Quick tips for troubleshooting
* The AirBridge is unresponsive or does not function normally.
If the AirBridge is unresponsive or does not function normally, restart both the power
adapter and the AirBridge:
1. Unplug the power cable of the power adapter to which the AirBridge is connected.
Both the power adapter and the AirBridge power off.
2. Wait 30 seconds.
3. Plug in the power cable of the power adapter.
WARNING: Power the AirBridge only with an Ethernet cable that is connected from
the LAN1 (PoE-24V) port on the AirBridge to the PoE port on the supplied power
adapter. Do not use any other power source such as a PoE switch. The LAN1
(PoE-24V) port is not a standard PoE port. Using any other power source could
damage the device.
Both the power adapter and the AirBridge power on.
4. Wait two minutes.
* You cannot connect over WiFi to the local browser UI.
If you cannot connect over WiFi to the local browser UI of AirBridge, try the following:
•
Make sure that the AirBridge is broadcasting a WiFi signal and is not disabled or
turned off.
•
Make sure that the 2.4 GHz management interface was not automatically turned off
or disabled. For more information, see Disable the 2.4 GHz management SSID on
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