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
Table 14. AirBridge technical specifications (Continued)
DescriptionFeature
5150~5250 MHz
5250~5350 MHz
5470~5725 MHz
5725~5850 MHz
The supported channels depend on the configured regulatory domain.
Operating frequency range
5 GHz band
802.11n/ac: 2x2 MIMO with 2 streams
802.11ac supports very high throughput (VHT), 20/40/80 MHz
802.11n supports high throughput (HT), 20/40 MHz
802.11n/ac packet aggregation: AMPDU, ASPDU
Orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (OFDM) under 802.11ac/a/n
AirBridge technology with Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) under 802.11ac/n
Supported radio
technologies
802.11a: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54
802.11n: 6.5 to 300 (MCS0 to MCS15)
802.11ac: 6.5 to 867 (MCS0 to MCS9, NSS=1 to 2)
Supported data rates in
Mbps
32
The supported number of clients depend on the operation mode and network
conditions.
Maximum number of
supported clients
WPA2-PSK
WPA2 Enterprise
Note: We recommend that you set up security. In certain situations, and if you are
aware of the risks, you can select and open network without security.
802.11 security
FCC/ ISED
Subpart 15 B
Subpart E 15.407
Subpart C/J RSS-102/247
CE
EN 301 893
EN 301 489-1/-17
EN 50385
EN 55032
EN 55024/EN 55034
EN 60950-1/-22
IEC 60529
EN 62368-1
EC 1275
Electromagnetic compatibility
(2014/30/EU)
Regulatory compliance
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