ZYXEL NWA55AXE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) Dual-Radio Outdoor PoE Access Point User Guide

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NWA55AXE802.11ax (WiFi 6) Dual- RadioOutdoor PoE Access PointQuick Start Guide

Hardware Installation

Insert a screwdriver into the bottom of the NWASSAXE. Remove the screw with the screwdriver to lose the cover.
Attach the antennas to the bottom of the NWASSAXE. Turn the antennas until they’re tightened.
Remove the rubber plug on the cover. Insert an Ethernet cable through the hole on the cover.
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port at the bottom of the NWA55AXE.
Attach the cover to the NWA55AXE until it clicks in place.
Attach the rubber plug around the Ethernet cable and insert it securely into the hole.
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the provided PoE injector’s PoE port.

Option A Cloud Management

Option 1: Use MAC address and serial number to add a device to the NCC

Follow the steps below to manage the NWASSAXE through the Zyxel cloud-based network management system.

Note: Make sure the connected router has Internet access.

Go to the Zyxel Nebula Control Center (NCC) website (https://nebulo.zyxel.com). Click Get Started to sign up for my Zyxel account and log in.
Create an organization and a site (network) in the NCC.
Enter the NWA55AXE’s LAN MAC address and serial number (S/N) (see the label on the device) in the NCC configuration screen.Note: The NWASSAXE will go into cloud management mode automatically and restart after it is registered to a site. See the NCC User’s Guide for more information about configuring the NWA55AXE through the NCC.

Option 2: Use the Zyxel Nebula Mobile app to add a device in the NCC

Where to find QR code:Web Configurator or Label on the device

Download and open the Zyxel Nebula Mobile app. Log in with your Zyxel account. Create an organization and site or select an existing site. Scan the NWASSAXE’s QR code to add it to the site. (You can find the QR code in its web configurator or on a label on the device or its box.)Note: The NWASSAXE will go into cloud management mode automatically and restart after it is registered to a site.

Option B Standalone Management

( 1-a) WiFi connection

http://1.1.1.1 (First-time configuration only)

From a WiFi-enabled computer, search for the NWASSAXE’s default WiFi network name (Zyxel-XXXX, where XXXX is the last four characters of the MAC address) and connect to it. Open your web browser and enter “http://1.1.1.1” for initial configuration. Enter the default user name (admin) and password (1234). Click Login.Note: If the NWASSAXE cannot connect to the Internet, use the DHCP-assigned IP address of the NWAS5AXEto to access its web configurator. Check the connected router or DHCP server for the IP address of the NWA55AXE.

( 1-b) Wired connection

http://192.168.1.2

Use an Ethernet cable to connect your computer to the UPLINK port of the NWA55AXE through a PoE injector or PoE switch. Use its DHCP-assigned IP or default static IP address “http://192.168.1.2” to access the web configurator. Make sure your computer IP address is in the same subnet as the NWA55AXEs.

2. The wizard appears automatically. Use the wizard to set up your NWA55AXE.Note: It takes Ito 2 minutes to apply your wizard changes. The power LED will blink red and green alternatively. The power and WiFi LEDs then turn steady green when the system is ready. Check the Dashboard screen and note down the NWA55AXE’s IP address in case you need to access it’s web configurator again.Note: The 1.111 is for initial setup only. It is not usable after the NASA)(Eis configured.3. Use the NWA55AXE’s new wireless settings (SSID and key) to re-connect to the NWA55AXE’s WiFi network for Internet access if you change them in the wizard.

Wall Mounting

Drill two holes for the screws 40mm part. Insert the screws into the wall.
Align the screws with the holes on the NWASSAXE. Push down on the NWASSAXE until it clicks in place to secure the NWASSAXE.

Pole Mounting

Insert the hose clamps into the holes on the back of the NWASSAXE. Use a screwdriver to tighten the hose clamps and secure the main bracket to the pole.