User Manuals - cAP ax

Safety Warnings

Before working on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. The installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. This unit is intended to be installed in the rackmount. Please read the mounting instructions carefully before beginning installation. Failure to use the correct hardware or to follow the correct procedures could result in a hazardous situation to people and damage to the system. This product is intended to be installed indoors. Keep this product away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. Use only the power supply and accessories approved by the manufacturer, and which can be found in the original packaging of this product. Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. MikroTik cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk! In the case of device failure, please disconnect it from power. The fastest way to do so is by unplugging the power plug from the power outlet. It is the customer's responsibility to follow local country regulations, including operation within legal frequency channels, output power, cabling requirements, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements. All MikroTik radio devices must be professionally installed.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

This MikroTik equipment complies with the FCC, IC, and European Union radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This MikroTik device should be installed and operated no closer than 30 centimeters from your body, occupational user, or the general public.

Connecting

• Make sure your Internet service provider is allowing hardware change and will issue an automatic IP address.
• Connect the device to the power source.
• Open network connections on your computer and search for MikroTik wireless network - connect to it.
• The configuration can be done through the wireless network using a web browser or mobile app. Alternatively, you can use a WinBox configuration tool: https://mt.lv/winbox.
• Open https://192.168.88.1 in your web browser to start configuration. User name: admin. There is no password by default (or, for some models, check user and wireless passwords on the sticker).
• Click the "Check for updates" button and update your RouterOS software to the latest version.
• The following RouterOS "npk" packages are required for the core functionality of the product: wifiwave2, system.
• Choose your country to apply country regulation settings.
• Set up your wireless network password.
• Set up your router password.

Powering

• PoE-in 802.3af/at
• PoE-Out Passive PoE up to 57V (<30v DC jack must be used, >30V PoE-In and DC jack can be used).
• PoE-Out ports.
• Ether2, max out per port output (input < 30 V): 600 mA, max out per port output (input > 30 V): 400 mA. Over 300 mA current, please use a DC jack for powering the device.
• Number of DC inputs: 2.
• Supported input voltage: 18-57 V (DC jack), 18-57 (PoE-In).
• Max power consumption (without attachments): 9 W.
• Max power consumption: 28.2 W.

Mounting

It is possible to attach the device to a wall or ceiling, using the provided mounting bracket on the back of the unit.

Mounting Steps

1. Attach the mounting bracket to the wall or ceiling with provided screws.
2. Use a drill bit if necessary with provided dowels.
3. Connect needed cables to the device.
4. Attach the device to the mounting bracket by sliding.

Description of mounting bracket image: A white plastic bracket with slots for screws and a channel for cables.

Warning! This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 30 cm between the device and your body. Operation of this equipment in the residential environment could cause radio interference.

Operating humidity can be from 5% to 95% non-condensing.

Configuration

By default, the device is configured as a wireless access point, with the first ethernet port (Eth1) configured as a DHCP client, and the second interface bridged together with the wireless interface. A DHCP server is configured on the bridge interface.

Once logged in, it is recommended to click the "Check for updates" button in the QuickSet menu, as updating your RouterOS software to the latest version ensures the best performance and stability. For wireless models, please make sure you have selected the country where the device will be used, to conform with local regulations.

RouterOS includes many configuration options in addition to what is described in this document. We suggest starting here to get yourself accustomed to the possibilities: https://mt.lv/help. If an IP connection is unavailable, the Winbox tool (https://mt.lv/winbox) can be used to connect to the device's MAC address from the LAN side (all access is blocked from the Internet port by default).

For recovery purposes, it is possible to boot the device from the network; see the section Reset button.

Required RouterOS Packages

• wifiwave2, system.

Expansion Slots and Ports

Product code: cAPGi-5HaxD2HaxD

Device Specifications

• CPU: Quad core IPQ-6010 1.8 GHz
• RAM: 1 GB DDR3L
• Storage: 128 MB, NAND
• Ethernet Ports: 2 x 1G
• Wireless Interface: QCN-5022 (2.4 GHz), QCN-5052 (5 GHz)
• Wireless Standards: 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n/ax dual-chain, 5 GHz 802.11a/n/ac/ax dual-chain
• Antenna Gain: 5.5 dBi
• Operating System: RouterOS v7, License level 4
• Switch Chip Model: IPQ-6010
• Dimensions: 228 x 48 mm
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C tested

Buttons and Jumpers

Reset Button

The reset button has three functions:

• Hold this button during boot time until the LED light starts flashing, and release the button to reset the RouterOS configuration (total 5 seconds).
• Keep holding for 5 more seconds, the LED turns solid, release now to turn on CAP mode. The device will now look for a CAPsMAN server (total 10 seconds).
• Or keep holding the button for 5 more seconds until the LED turns off, then release it to make the RouterBOARD look for Netinstall servers (total 15 seconds).

Regardless of the above option used, the system will load the backup RouterBOOT loader if the button is pressed before power is applied to the device. Useful for RouterBOOT debugging and recovery.

Mode Button

The action of the mode buttons can be configured from RouterOS software to execute any user-supplied RouterOS script. You can also disable this button. By default, the buttons will enable "dark mode", which disables LED lights. The mode button can be configured in the RouterOS menu /system routerboard mode-button.

Accessories

The package includes the following accessories that come with the device:

• 48 V 0.95 A power adapter
• Gigabit PoE injector
• Ceiling mount
• Mounting bracket
• Fastening set

Operating System Support

The device supports RouterOS software version 7.8. The specific factory-installed version number is indicated in the RouterOS menu /system resource. Other operating systems have not been tested.

MikroTik Mobile App

Use the MikroTik smartphone app to configure your router in the field, or to apply the most basic initial settings for your MikroTik home access point.

Follow these steps:

1. Scan the QR code and choose your preferred OS.
2. Install and open the application.
3. By default, the IP address and user name will be already entered.
4. Click Connect to establish a connection to your device through a wireless network.
5. Choose Quick Setup and the application will guide you through all basic configuration settings in a couple of easy steps.
6. An advanced menu is available to fully configure all necessary settings.

Description of QR code: A black and white square pattern used to link to the MikroTik mobile app.

Notice

• The Frequency band 5.470-5.725 GHz isn't allowed for commercial use.
• In case WLAN devices work with different ranges than the above regulations, then a customized firmware version from the manufacturer/supplier is required to be applied to the end-user equipment and also prevent the end-user from reconfiguration.
• For Outdoor Usage: End-user requires approval/license from the NTRA.
• The datasheet for any device is available on the official manufacturer's website.
• Products with the letters "EG" at the end of their serial number have their wireless frequency range limited to 2.400 – 2.4835 GHz, and the TX power is limited to 20dBm (EIRP).
• Products with the letters "EG" at the end of their serial number have their wireless frequency range limited to 5.150 – 5.250 GHz, and the TX power is limited to 23dBm (EIRP).
• Products with the letters "EG" at the end of their serial number have their wireless frequency range limited to 5.250 – 5.350 GHz, and the TX power is limited to 20dBm (EIRP).
• Please make sure the device has a locking package (firmware version from the manufacturer) which is required to be applied to the end-user equipment to prevent the end-user from reconfiguration. The product will be marked with the country code "-EG". This device needs to be upgraded to the latest version to ensure compliance with local authority regulations! It is the end user's responsibility to follow local country regulations, including operation within legal frequency channels, output power, cabling requirements, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements. All MikroTik radio devices must be professionally installed.
• To avoid pollution of the environment, please separate the device from household waste and dispose of it in a safe manner, such as in designated waste disposal sites. Familiarize yourself with the procedures for the proper transportation of the equipment to the designated disposal sites in your area.

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to ensure compliance.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

This MikroTik equipment complies with the FCC and IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This MikroTik device should be installed and operated no closer than 30 centimeters from your body, occupational user, or the general public.

FCC regulations restrict operation to indoor use only.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada's license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference. (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

This MikroTik equipment complies with the FCC and IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This MikroTik device should be installed and operated no closer than 30 centimeters from your body, occupational user, or the general public.

CE Declaration of Conformity

The following languages are represented in the CE Declaration of Conformity:

• Bulgarian (BG)
• Czech (CS)
• Danish (DA)
• German (DE)
• Greek (EL)
• English (EN)
• Spanish (ES)
• Estonian (ET)
• Finnish (FI)
• French (FR)
• Croatian (HR)
• Hungarian (HU)
• Icelandic (IS)
• Italian (IT)
• Lithuanian (LT)
• Latvian (LV)
• Dutch (NL)
• Norwegian (NO)
• Polish (PL)
• Portuguese (PT)
• Romanian (RO)
• Slovak (SK)
• Slovenian (SL)
• Swedish (SV)

The English text states: "Hereby, Mikrotīkls SIA declares that the radio equipment type cAPGi-5HaxD2HaxD is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://mikrotik.com/products"

WLAN Specifications

This MikroTik device meets Maximum WLAN transmit power limits per ETSI regulations. For more detailed information see Declaration of Conformity above.

The WLAN function for this device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5150 to 5350 MHz frequency range.

Restrictions to 5 GHz only.

Technical Specifications