TP-Link Omada Wireless Wall Plate Access Point

1 Hardware Overview

Front Panel

The front panel includes the following components:

• LED Indicator: Shows the status of the EAP.
• LED/Wi-Fi Button: Press to turn the LED on/off. If Wi-Fi Control is enabled in Standalone Mode, pressing this button toggles both the Wi-Fi and LED.
• LAN Port: Connect a wired device to this port via an Ethernet cable to access the network.
• RESET Button: Press and hold for approximately 5 seconds until the LED flashes to restore the EAP to factory default settings.

LED Indicator Status:

• On: Working normally or initializing.
• Off: Working abnormally, power off, or LED is turned off manually.
• Flashing:
  • Initialization: Flashes twice after initialization is complete.
  • Upgrade: Flashes once per second during firmware upgrade.
  • Reset: Flashes quickly during reset, followed by a reboot.
  • Locate: Flashes quickly when the Locate feature is activated in the Omada controller, helping to identify the device. It flashes for 10 minutes or until manually disabled.

Rear Panel

The rear panel features the UPLINK+PoE Port:

• UPLINK+PoE Port: Connects to a PSE (Power Sourcing Equipment), such as a PoE switch, for both data transmission and power.

2 Pre-Installation Checklist

Before proceeding with the installation, ensure you have the following items:

• A pre-installed wall junction box (either 86 mm or standard EU type).
• An RJ45 plug.
• A Phillips screwdriver.
• A triangular screwdriver.
• A PoE switch.

3 Installation Steps

The EAP can be mounted into either an 86 mm wall junction box or a standard EU wall junction box. The junction box must be pre-installed with a running-in-wall Ethernet cable connected to a PoE switch.

1. Detach the faceplate of the junction box. Use a Phillips screwdriver to carefully remove the faceplate from the wall junction box. (Demonstrated with an 86 mm wall junction box).
2. Detach the EAP faceplate. Use a screwdriver to detach the faceplate of the EAP.
3. Connect the Ethernet cable. Connect the Ethernet cable inside the junction box to an RJ45 plug. Then, connect this cable to the UPLINK+PoE port on the EAP. Ensure the Ethernet cable is positioned so it is not strained.
4. Secure the mounting bracket. Insert the enclosed screws and tighten them using a triangular screwdriver to firmly attach the mounting bracket to the wall.

   Note: Do not over-tighten the screws. If the enclosed screws do not fit your junction box, use the screws that came with the junction box instead.

5. Attach the EAP faceplate. Press the faceplate of the EAP back into its position, securing the device.

4 Software Configuration

Choose one of the following methods to set up your EAPs:

• Method 1: Standalone Mode: Configure and manage EAPs individually. This method is convenient for small networks with only a few devices.
• Method 2: Controller Mode: Configure and manage EAPs in batches using a central platform, such as the Omada Controller.

Method 1: Standalone Mode

Note: Before starting, ensure your devices are powered on and connected according to the network topology. A DHCP server (typically your router) is required to assign IP addresses to the EAPs and clients.

Via Omada App

1. Download the TP-Link Omada App from the App Store or Google Play. [QR Code for Omada App]
2. Connect your mobile device to the EAP using the default SSID (format: TP-Link_2.4GHz/5GHz_XXXXXX) found on the product label.
3. Open the Omada App. Wait for the EAP to appear on the Standalone APs page and tap on it to configure.

Via Web Browser

1. Connect wirelessly using the default SSID (format: TP-Link_2.4GHz/5GHz_XXXXXX) found on the product label.
2. Launch a web browser and navigate to http://tplinkeap.net. Log in using 'admin' for both username and password.
3. Set up a new username and password for secure management. Modify wireless parameters as needed and reconnect your wireless devices to the new network.

Method 2: Controller Mode

Choose from the following two types of Omada Controller:

• Type 1: Omada Software Controller: Download and install the Omada Software Controller on a PC (Windows or Linux OS) from TP-Link Support. The controller must remain running on your computer to manage devices.
• Type 2: Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300): This is an alternative if you don't have a dedicated PC. It requires separate purchase. Refer to the OC200/OC300 Installation Guide for details.

Note: Ensure all devices (router, switch, EAPs) are powered on and connected according to the topology. A DHCP server is required. The Omada Controller needs network access to discover, adopt, and manage your Omada devices.

Via Omada App

1. Download the TP-Link Omada App from the App Store or Google Play. [QR Code for Omada App]
2. Launch the Omada App and configure the controller for either local or remote management.
   • Local Management: Connect your mobile device to the EAP's default SSID. Launch the Omada App, go to Local Access, and tap the '+' button to add the controller.
   • Remote Management: Ensure both your controller and mobile device have internet access.
     • For Omada Software Controller: Enable Cloud Access on your controller and bind it to your TP-Link ID. Log into the Omada App with your TP-Link ID, go to Cloud Access, and your controllers will appear.
     • For Omada Hardware Controller: Ensure Cloud Access is enabled on your controller (default setting, Cloud LED should flash slowly). Log into the Omada App with your TP-Link ID, go to Cloud Access, tap '+' to add your controller.

Via Web Browser

1. Open the Omada Controller's web page.
   • For Omada Software Controller: Launch the software on your PC. It usually opens automatically, or click "Launch a Browser to Manage the Network".
   • For Omada Hardware Controller: Find the controller's IP address via your router's DHCP client list. Access the router's web page (usually via the Default Gateway IP found in your PC's command line ipconfig), navigate to Network > LAN > DHCP Client List, and locate the controller by its MAC address. Then, enter the controller's IP address in your web browser.
2. Follow the on-screen wizard to complete the quick setup.
3. Log in using your created username and password.
4. For remote management, access your controller via Omada Cloud Service. Ensure internet connectivity for both controller and PC. For Software Controller, refer to its User Guide. For Hardware Controller, log into https://omada.tplinkcloud.com with your TP-Link ID, click '+ Add Controller', and select 'Hardware Controller'.

Support and Resources

For detailed configurations, refer to the User Guides available on the TP-Link download center: https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/

Join the TP-Link Community to ask questions, find answers, and connect with users and engineers: https://community.tp-link.com

For technical support, user guides, and other information, visit: https://www.tp-link.com/support or scan the QR code. [QR Code for Support]

For suggestions or feedback on product guides, email: techwriter@tp-link.com.cn

Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. Contact TP-Link for service.
• Do not use the device in locations where wireless devices are prohibited.