GL-AXT1800 / Slate AX AX1800 Wireless Router

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Getting Started: Setup Guide

Step 1: Insert Cards & Power On

Upon powering up, the router broadcasts 2.4G and 5G Wi-Fi signals with SSIDs: GL-AXT1800-xxx and GL-AXT1800-xxx-5G.

Note: Hot plugging a TF card is not supported. ?

The router features a TF Card or MicroSD Card slot (optional). After inserting any card, connect the power cable.

The router has ports for Power, USB 3.0, LAN Ethernet (multiple), and WAN Ethernet. It also includes a TF card slot and a Reset button.

Step 2: Connect to the Network

Choose your connection method:

Connect via Wi-Fi

Connect to the Wi-Fi network named GL-AXT1800-xxx or GL-AXT1800-xxx-5G. Enter the default Wi-Fi password found on the router's bottom label.

Connect via LAN

Plug an Ethernet cable from your computer into one of the router's LAN ports.

Step 3: Set Up Router

Open a web browser and go to http://192.168.8.1. Follow the on-screen prompts to select your preferred language and complete the setup.

Router Features and Indicators

The router's light indicator shows its status: a solid white light signifies normal operation. ?

Key components include:

Power port: Connects to the power adapter.
USB 3.0 port: For connecting USB devices.
LAN Ethernet ports: For wired network connections.
WAN Ethernet port: Connects to your internet source.
TF card slot: For MicroSD cards.
Reset button: Used for network repair or factory reset.

Troubleshooting and Reset

If you encounter issues accessing the setup page or connecting to the router, use the Reset button:

Network Repair: Press and hold the Reset button for 3 seconds, then release. The light will flash blue slowly until the network recovers.
Factory Reset: Press and hold the Reset button for 10 seconds, then release. The light will flash blue rapidly. All data will be erased when the light turns solid blue.

Technical Support and Resources

For comprehensive and up-to-date instructions, visit the GL.iNet documentation site: docs.gl-inet.com.

For assistance, contact GL.iNet via:

Email: support@gl-inet.com
Facebook: facebook.com/gl.inet.wifi/
Forum: forum.gl-inet.com
Community support is also available on platforms like OpenWrt and LEDE.

Warranty and Compliance

Warranty Information

GL.iNet offers a one-year limited warranty for routers and a three-month limited warranty for accessories. Local laws may provide additional warranty terms.

Warranty Void Conditions:

Failure to follow product instructions.
Modification of internal components (PCBA) or casing.
Use of third-party firmware.
Damage from improper voltage, high temperatures, water, or physical impact.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC ID: 2AFIW-AXT1800

This device complies with FCC Part 15. Operation is subject to conditions: no harmful interference and acceptance of received interference. Unauthorized modifications may void user authority.

Tested to comply with FCC Class B digital device limits for residential installations. If interference occurs, users should try to correct it by adjusting antenna orientation/location, increasing separation, using a different outlet, or consulting a technician.

This equipment meets FCC radiation exposure limits for uncontrolled environments. Maintain at least 20cm separation between the radiator and your body. Do not co-locate with other antennas or transmitters.

Canada Compliance: This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS standards. Operation requires no interference and acceptance of any interference.

This equipment meets IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits for uncontrolled environments. Maintain at least 20cm separation between the radiator and your body.

EU Declaration of Conformity: GL TECHNOLOGIES (HONG KONG) LIMITED confirms compliance of radio equipment [AX1800 Wireless Router, GL-AXT1800] with Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text available at: https://www.gl-inet.com/products/certificate.

Usage Restrictions: Operation in the 5150-5250 MHz band is restricted to indoor use to mitigate interference with mobile satellite systems. Wireless Access Systems (WAS/RLANs) in the 5150-5350 MHz band are for indoor use only across all EU countries.

Frequency Bands: 2412~2472MHz (WIFI 2.4G); 5.15~5.25GHz, 5.25~5.35GHz, 5.47~5.725GHz, 5.725~5.85GHz (WIFI 5G).

Maximum Output Power: WIFI 2.4G: 19.18dBm; WIFI 5G: 25.18dBm.

Company Information:

Hong Kong Office: GL Technologies (Hong Kong) Limited, Unit 601, Building 5W, Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong.

Shenzhen Office: Shenzhen Guanglianzhitong Tech Co., Ltd., Room 305-306, Skyworth Digital Building, Shiyan Street, Baoan District, Shenzhen, China, 518000. (+86-0755-86606126)

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