Quick Installation Guide

Setup with videos. Scan QR code or visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/setup-video/.

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Hardware Overview

Front Panel

Rear Panel

UPLINK+PoE Port

Connected to a PSE (Power Sourcing Equipment), such as a PoE switch, for both data transmission and Power.

LED/Wi-Fi Button

When the EAP is working in Standalone Mode and enabled with Wi-Fi Control, press the button to turn on/off both the Wi-Fi and LED. In the other cases, press the button to turn on/off the LED only.

LAN Port

A wired device can be connected to the LAN port via an Ethernet cable and access the network.

RESET

With the EAP powered on, press and hold the button for about 5 seconds until the LED flashes, then release the button. The EAP will restore to factory default settings.

LED Indicator

• On: Working normally/Initializing.
• Off: Working abnormally/Power off/LED is turned off.
• Flashing:
  • Initialization: The LED flashes twice after initialization is completed.
  • Upgrade: The LED flashes once per second while upgrading.
  • Reset: The LED flashes quickly during the reset. The EAP will then reboot.
  • Locate: When the Locate feature is activated in the Omada controller, the LED flashes quickly to locate and identify the device. The LED will flash for 10 minutes, or you can disable the feature manually to stop it flashing.

Pre-Installation Checklist

Before installation, be sure that you have the following items:

• A pre-installed wall junction box
• An RJ45 plug
• A triangular screwdriver
• A Phillips screwdriver
• A PoE switch

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 should be pre-installed with a running-in-wall Ethernet cable connected to a PoE switch.

Step 1: Detach the faceplate of the junction box

Use a Phillips screwdriver to detach the faceplate of the junction box (demonstrated with an 86 mm wall junction box).

Step 2: Detach the faceplate of the EAP

Use a screwdriver to detach the faceplate of the EAP.

Step 3: Connect the Ethernet cable

Connect the Ethernet cable inside the junction box to an RJ45 plug. Then connect the cable to the UPLINK+PoE port. Position the Ethernet cable to ensure it is not strained.

Step 4: Secure the mounting bracket

Insert the enclosed screws and tighten them with a triangular screwdriver to secure the mounting bracket. Note: Do not over tighten the screws. If the enclosed screws do not fit the junction box, use the screws attached to the junction box instead.

Step 5: Reattach the EAP faceplate

Press the faceplate of the EAP back into position.

Software Configuration

A DHCP server (typically a router with DHCP function enabled) is required to assign IP addresses to the EAPs and clients in your local network. The EAP supports two configuring options:

• To configure and manage EAPs singly (usually suitable for a small network with a few EAPs), Standalone Mode is recommended. Please refer to Option 1.
• To configure and manage EAPs in batch, Controller Mode is recommended. Please refer to Option 2.

Option 1: Standalone Mode

Network Diagram Description: Internet connects to a Router, which connects to a PoE Switch. The PoE Switch powers and connects to the EAP. Clients connect to the EAP.

Via Omada App

1. Download the TP-Link Omada App on your mobile device from [App Store] or [Google Play].
2. Connect your mobile device to the EAP by using the default SSID (format: TP-Link_2.4GHz/5GHz_XXXXXX) printed on the label at the bottom of the product.
3. Open the Omada App, and wait for the EAP to appear on the Standalone APs page. Tap on the EAP you want to configure.

The Omada App is designed to help you quickly configure the common settings. For advanced settings, log in to the web page of your EAP or the controller.

Via a Web Browser

1. Connect wirelessly by using the default SSID (format: TP-Link_2.4GHz/5GHz_XXXXXX) printed on the label at the bottom of the product.
2. Launch a web browser and enter http://tplinkeap.net in the address bar. Use 'admin' for both Username and Password to log in.
3. Set up a new Username and Password for secure management. Modify the wireless parameters and reconnect your wireless devices to the new wireless network.

To configure other EAPs, connect your device to the EAP by the corresponding default SSID and repeat the steps. You can configure some basic functions in Standalone Mode. For advanced functions, use Controller Mode.

Option 2: Controller Mode

Controller Mode is applicable to configuration for mass EAPs. All EAPs can be centrally configured and monitored via Omada Software Controller, Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300) or Omada Cloud-Based Controller.

Network Diagram Description: Internet connects to a Router, which connects to a PoE Switch. The PoE Switch powers and connects to multiple EAPs. Clients connect to the EAPs. A Controller (Omada Software Controller on PC, Omada Hardware Controller, or Omada Cloud-Based Controller) manages the EAPs.

Via Omada Software Controller

1. On a PC with Windows OS or Linux OS, download the Omada Software Controller installation file from https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/omada-software-controller/.
2. Run the file and follow the wizard to install the Omada Software Controller.
3. Launch the Omada Software Controller and follow the step-by-step instructions to complete the Quick Setup.
4. After the wizard is finished, enter the username and password you created to log in and further configure the controller.

Omada Cloud Service

After installing Omada Software Controller, you can remotely access and configure the controller through Omada Cloud Service. Follow the steps below:

1. Enable Cloud Access on the controller's settings page and bind a TP-Link ID to your controller. If configured during the setup wizard, skip this step.
2. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar.
3. Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in. A list of controllers bound with your TP-Link ID will appear. Click Launch to further configure the controller.

Omada App (for Software Controller)

With Omada App, you can also manage your Omada Software Controller at a local or remote site. Note that the Omada Software Controller needs to be kept running when using Omada App.

1. Download the TP-Link Omada App on your mobile device from [App Store] or [Google Play].
2. Launch your Omada App and configure the controller at a local or remote site.
   • Local Management: Connect your mobile device to the EAP by using the default SSID (format: TP-Link_2.4GHz/5GHz_XXXXXX) printed on the label at the bottom of the product. Launch Omada App and go to Local Access, tap the '+' button on the upper-right corner to add the controller. Then you can further configure the controller.
   • Remote Management: Ensure Cloud Access is enabled on your controller and your controller has been bound with your TP-Link ID. Launch Omada App and log in with your TP-Link ID. Then go to Cloud Access. A list of controllers bound with your TP-Link ID will appear. Then you can further configure the controller.

Via Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300)

Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300), which is pre-installed with Omada Software Controller, is a good alternative if you have no spare PC to keep running Omada Software Controller in the network. It needs to be purchased additionally. For more details, refer to the Installation Guide of OC200/OC300.

Via Omada Cloud-Based Controller

1. Launch a web browser and enter https://omada.tplinkcloud.com in the address bar. Enter your TP-Link ID and password to log in.
2. Click Add Controller and subscribe to Omada Cloud-Based Controller. Follow the instructions to choose a plan and complete the payment. Then wait until your controller is deployed.
3. The controller will appear in the list once bound with your TP-Link ID. Click Launch and follow the step-by-step instructions to complete the Quick Setup. After the wizard is finished, log in via the created username and password.
4. Click Devices on the side bar and then click Add Devices. Then you can add devices to the controller manually through the serial numbers at the bottom of the product.

Omada App (for Cloud-Based Controller)

1. Download the TP-Link Omada App on your mobile device from [App Store] or [Google Play].
2. Launch Omada App and log in with your TP-Link ID. Then go to Cloud Access. A list of controllers bound with your TP-Link ID will appear. Then you can further configure the controller.

Support and Resources

For detailed configurations, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/ to download the User Guides of EAP and controller in the download center.

To ask questions, find answers, and communicate with TP-Link users or engineers, please visit https://community.tp-link.com to join TP-Link Community.

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

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Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact TP-Link.
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.