WAVLINK ARIEAL HD2 AC600 Outdoor WiFi Extender Setup Guide

AP (LAN Bridge) Mode

This mode allows you to easily turn your wired internet connection into a wireless Wi-Fi network anywhere.

Installation Work Before Setup

1. Fix the ARIEAL HD2 – AC600 to the column.
2. Use an Ethernet cable. Insert one end into the "POE" port of the POE converter and the other end into the WAN/LAN port of the ARIEAL HD2 – AC600.
3. Use another Ethernet cable. Insert the "LAN DATA IN" port of the POE converter at one end and the LAN port of your router at the other end.
4. Plug the power connector into the "DC24V" port of the POE converter, then plug the power adapter into an outlet.
5. Push the "ON/OFF" button of the POE converter to power on.

Notes:

• Ensure you use a certified CAT5e/CAT6 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors.
• The length of the Ethernet cable should be less than 60 meters (196 ft).

Setup by Phone or iPad (iOS and Android mobile platforms)

1. Connect to the Wi-Fi signal "WAVLINK-N" or "WAVLINK-AC" in your phone's WLAN settings. No password is required for the initial connection. Once connected to the ARIEAL HD2 – AC600, it might indicate no internet access, which is normal. Continue with the setup process.
2. Open a browser on your phone and type either 192.168.10.1 or wifi.wavlink.com.
3. Enter the default password "admin" and click "Login". After logging in, click the "Wizard" option from the bottom.
4. In the "AP Wizard" window, select "AP(LAN Bridge)".
5. Configure the network settings: Set the 2.4G SSID to "WAVLINK-N" and the 5G SSID to "WAVLINK-AC". Choose a security type (WPA/WPA2 Mix is recommended) and enter your desired password for the network. Click "Apply".
6. The ARIEAL HD2 – AC600 will now connect to the target router. The progress bar may take up to two minutes to reach 100%.
7. To test the internet connection, connect to the extended SSID (2.4G or 5G): "WAVLINK-N" or "WAVLINK-AC" from your Wi-Fi network list.

Setup by Computer or Laptop

1. Disconnect any wired connection from your computer or laptop.
2. Turn on your computer or laptop's Wi-Fi if it is off.
3. Click the Wi-Fi icon on the taskbar, go to the list of Wi-Fi networks, and connect to the ARIEAL HD2 – AC600's network "WAVLINK-N" or "WAVLINK-AC". No password is required for the initial connection. Once connected, it might indicate no internet access, which is normal. Continue with the setup process.
4. Open a web browser on your computer or laptop and type either 192.168.10.1 or wifi.wavlink.com.
5. Enter the default password "admin" and click "Login". After logging in, click the "Wizard" option from the bottom.
6. In the "AP Wizard" window, select "AP(LAN Bridge)".
7. Configure the network settings: Set the 2.4G SSID to "WAVLINK-N" and the 5G SSID to "WAVLINK-AC". Choose a security type (WPA/WPA2 Mix is recommended) and enter your desired password for the network. Click "Apply".
8. The ARIEAL HD2 – AC600 will now connect to the target router. The progress bar may take up to two minutes to reach 100%.
9. To test the internet connection, connect to the extended SSID (2.4G or 5G): "WAVLINK-N" or "WAVLINK-AC" from your Wi-Fi network list.

Repeater Mode

This mode extends your router's Wi-Fi coverage.

Installation Work Before Setup

1. Fix the ARIEAL HD2 – AC600 to the column.
2. Use an Ethernet cable. Insert one end into the "POE" port of the POE converter and the other end into the WAN/LAN port of the ARIEAL HD2 – AC600.
3. Plug the power connector into the "DC24V" port of the POE converter, then plug the power adapter into an outlet.
4. Push the "ON/OFF" button of the POE converter to power on.

Notes:

• Ensure you use a certified CAT5e/CAT6 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors.
• The length of the Ethernet cable should be less than 60 meters (196 ft).

Setup by Phone or iPad (iOS and Android mobile platforms)

1. Connect to the Wi-Fi signal "WAVLINK-N" or "WAVLINK-AC" in your phone's WLAN settings. No password is required for the initial connection. Once connected to the ARIEAL HD2 – AC600, it might indicate no internet access, which is normal. Continue with the setup process.
2. Open a browser on your phone and type either 192.168.10.1 or wifi.wavlink.com.
3. Enter the default password "admin" and click "Login". After logging in, click the "Wizard" option from the bottom.
4. In the "Repeater Wizard" window, select "Repeater". The device will scan for wireless signals. Select the SSID of your target router from the list.
5. Configure the extended SSIDs for 2.4G and 5G. Enter the Wi-Fi password of your target router (ensure it matches exactly). Click "Connect".
6. The ARIEAL HD2 – AC600 will now connect to the target router. The progress bar may take up to two minutes to reach 100%.
7. To test the internet connection, connect to the extended SSID (2.4G or 5G) from your Wi-Fi network list.

Setup by Computer or Laptop

1. Disconnect any wired connection from your computer or laptop.
2. Turn on your computer or laptop's Wi-Fi if it is off.
3. Click the Wi-Fi icon on the taskbar, go to the list of Wi-Fi networks, and connect to the ARIEAL HD2 – AC600's network "WAVLINK-N" or "WAVLINK-AC". No password is required for the initial connection. Once connected, it might indicate no internet access, which is normal. Continue with the setup process.
4. Open a web browser on your computer or laptop and type either 192.168.10.1 or wifi.wavlink.com.
5. Enter the default password "admin" and click "Login". After logging in, click the "Wizard" option from the bottom.
6. In the "Repeater Wizard" window, select "Repeater". The device will scan for wireless signals. Select the SSID of your target router from the list.
7. Configure the extended SSIDs for 2.4G and 5G. Enter the Wi-Fi password of your target router (ensure it matches exactly). Click "Connect".
8. The ARIEAL HD2 – AC600 will now connect to the target router. The progress bar may take up to two minutes to reach 100%.
9. To test the internet connection, connect to the extended SSID (2.4G or 5G) from your Wi-Fi network list.

Router Mode

1. Connect the router to a POE and plug the POE into a power socket.
2. Connect the POE and a router via a network cable.
3. Open a web browser and enter http://wifi.wavlink.com or 192.168.10.1. Enter "admin" for the first login.

After logging in, you will see the main interface. Select "Wizard" and choose "Router" mode.

In Router mode, there are three connection options:

• Dynamic IP: Choose this if your router is assigned an automatically configured IP address by a DHCP server.
• Static IP: Select this if you are provided with specific network information like "subnet mask", "IP address", and "Default Gateway".
• PPPoE: Choose this if you are provided with an account name and password by your ISP.

For the security type, select from the drop-down list (WPA/WPA2 Mix is recommended). Enter your Wi-Fi password.