User Guide ASUS ExpertWiFi EBA63 AX3000 PoE Access Point Model: EBA63
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Table of contents 1 Getting to know your EBA63 2 Getting started 3 Configuring EBA63 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.1 3.1 Welcome!............................................................................................5 Package contents............................................................................5 Your wireless access point............................................................6 Positioning your access point.....................................................7 Setup Requirements..
Table of contents 3.5 Network Tools................................................................................ 25 3.5.1 3.5.2 3.5.3 3.5.4 3.6 Self-Defined Network................................................................. 26 3.6.1 3.6.2 3.6.3 3.6.4 3.7 3.8 Network Analysis....................................................................25 Netstat........................................................................................25 Wake on LAN...........................................
1 Getting to know your EBA63 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing an ASUS ExpertWiFi EBA63! The ultra-thin and stylish EBA63 features a 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual bands for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to 70% power-saving solution. 1.
1.3 Your wireless access point Reset button This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings. PoE IN port Connect a PoE cable to this port for your Power Over Ethernet network. Power (DCIN) port Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your access point to a power source. Kensington® lock slot The Kensington® lock slot allows the product to be secured using Kensington® compatible security cable. NOTES: 6 • Use only the adapter that came with your package.
1.4 Positioning your access point For the best wireless signal transmission between the wireless access point and the network devices connected to it, ensure that you: • Place the wireless access point in a centralized area for a maximum wireless coverage for the network devices. • Keep the device away from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight. • Keep the device away from 802.11g or 20MHz only Wi-Fi devices, 2.
1.5 Setup Requirements To set up your wireless network, you need a computer that meets the following system requirements: • Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100Base-TX/ 1000BaseTX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service • Web browser such as Microsoft Edge, Safari, or Google Chrome NOTES: 8 • If your computer does not have built-in wireless capabilities, you may install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax WLAN adapter to your computer to connect to the network.
1.6 Access Point Setup IMPORTANT! • Use a wired connection when setting up your wireless access point to avoid possible setup problems. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless access point, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing access point, disconnect it from your network. • Disconnect the cables/wires from your existing modem setup. If your modem has a backup battery, remove it as well. • Reboot your cable modem and computer (recommended).
To set up your ExpertWiFi EBA63: 1. Connect ExpertWiFi EBA63 (select either of the options): 1) Power up EBA63 by connecting the PoE IN port to a PoE switch or PoE gateway. PoE/PoE+ switch ( ASUS ExpertWiFi EBP15 ) ASUS ExpertWiFi EBA63 Router Internet 2) Connect EBA63 to a router and a socket outlet. Internet Router 2. Join an existing WiFi network.
[Web] • O pen a web browser and navigate to http://expertwifi.net for web setup. •O nce QIS (Quick Installation Setup) is finished, you can connect to the new SSID and go to http://expertwifi_eba63-XXXX.local for advanced settings. * X XXX refers to the last four digits of the MAC address shown on the product rating label.
2 Getting started 2.1 Logging into the Web GUI Your ASUS Wireless Access Point comes with an intuitive web graphical user interface (GUI) that allows you to easily configure its various features through a web browser such as Microsoft Edge, Safari, or Google Chrome. NOTE: The features may vary with different firmware versions. Connecting to your network wirelessly: 1. On your computer, click the network icon in the notification area to display the available wireless networks. 2.
3 Configuring EBA63 3.1 Administration 3.1.1 Operation Mode The Operation Mode page allows you to select the appropriate mode for your network. To set up the operating mode: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > Administration > Operation Mode. 2. Select any of these operation modes: • AiMesh mode: You can add AiMesh nodes to establish an AiMesh WiFi system to provide extra WiFi coverage. • Access Point mode: In this mode, the access point creates a new wireless network on an existing network.
3.1.2 System The System page allows you to configure your wireless access point settings. To set up the System settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > Administration > System. 2. You can configure the following settings: • Change access point login password: You can change the password and login name for the wireless access point by entering a new name and password. • USB setting: You can Enable HDD Hibernation and change USB mode. • Time Zone: Select the time zone for your network.
• Service: This feature allows you to configure Enable Telnet/ Enable SSH/SSH Port/Allow Password Login/Authorized Keys/Idle Timeout. 3. Click Apply. 3.1.3 Firmware Upgrade NOTE: Download the latest firmware from the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com. To upgrade the firmware: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade. 2. In the New Firmware File field, click Browse to locate the downloaded file. 3. Click Upload.
3.1.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting To restore/save/upload wireless access point settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > Administration > Restore/Save/Upload Setting. 2. Select the tasks that you want to do: • Factory default: Initialize all the settings, and clear all the data log for AiProtection, Traffic Analyzer and Web History. • Save setting: Click on this checkbox if you want to share the configuration file for debugging.
3.1.5 Feedback To use Feedback: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > Administration > Feedback. 2. Enter your region, e-mail address, extra information for debugging, comments and suggestions, and send your access point log back for troubleshooting. IMPORTANT! • Describe your comments on the situation in details to get a quick response. • Please agree with the ASUS Privacy Policy.
3.1.6 Privacy 1. For account binding, DDNS and Remote connection (ASUS Router app/Lyra app/AiCloud/AiDisk): Please note that your information, including your product model name, firmware version, Internet status, IP Address, MAC address and DDNS name, will be collected by ASUS through the above functions. If you want to disable sharing your information with ASUS through the above functions, please click Withdraw below.
3.2 AiMesh 3.2.1 Setting up the wireless settings To protect your wireless network from unauthorized access, you need to configure its security settings. To set up the wireless settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to AiMesh > Topology. 2. You can configure the wired and wireless connection, manage the network status and the LED status. NOTE: You can set up different wireless security settings for your 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless connection. 3.
3.2.2 Managing your network clients To manage your network clients: 1. From the navigation panel, go to AiMesh > Topology. 2. Select the Clients icon to display your network client’s information such as the client’s name, MAC and IP address. 3. You can block the client’s access to your network, disable its time scheduling or disable its MAC and IP binding by moving the slider to OFF. 4. Click Apply when done.
3.3 Dashboard Dashboard allows you to manage your network such as internet connection, client connection, DNS benchmark, system status, ethernet port, and traffic monitor.
3.4 LAN 3.4.1 LAN IP The LAN IP screen allows you to modify the LAN IP settings of your wireless access point. NOTE: Any changes to the LAN IP address will be reflected on your DHCP settings. To modify the LAN IP settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > LAN > LAN IP. 2. Modify the IP Address and Subnet Mask. 3. When done, click Apply.
3.4.2 Switch Control Allows you to set up the access point for the function of switch control. You can combine two 1Gbps LAN ports to deliver up to 2Gbps wired speeds via bonding to your compatible NAS or other high-bandwidth network device. NOTES: • To use the Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) function, the devices must support IEEE 802.3ad protocol. • The LAN aggregation function can be operated by pairing the LAN3 port with the LAN2 port.
3.4.3 VLAN A VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) is a logical network created within a larger physical network. VLANs allow you to segment a network into smaller, virtual sub-networks, which can be used to isolate traffic and improve network performance. To set up VLAN: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > LAN > VLAN. 2. Click the Profile tab and then to create a VLAN profile. You can assign your own VLAN ID. 3. Port isolation restricts the access right of different devices in the same VLAN.
3.5 Network Tools To use network tools, from the navigation panel, go to Settings > Network Tools. 3.5.1 Network Analysis Send ICMP ECHO_REQUEST packets to network hosts. 3.5.2 Netstat Display the network details. 3.5.3 Wake on LAN The WOL (Wake-On-LAN) feature lets you wake up a computer from any device in the network. 3.5.4 Smart Connect Rule Set up the Smart Connect related information.
3.6 Self-Defined Network A Self-Defined Network (SDN) provides up to five SSIDs to separate and prioritize devices for different business uses and network alternatives, creating network segments for employees, guest portals, guest networks, scheduled networks, IoT networks and VPN networks. To create a Self-Defined Network: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Self-Defined Network. 2. Choose a defined network that fits your specific scenario.
3.6.1 Employee Allows you to set up access level for different uses to enhance network security. Recommended for offices that assign permissions to different departments.
3.6.2 Guest Network Provides temporary visitors with scheduled or one time access to the network. Recommended for use in shopping malls, gyms or for visitors.
3.6.3 Scheduled Network Plans the daily or weekly online time for the wireless network. Recommended for distance learning, classroom or children’s use.
3.6.4 Customized Network Allows you to select the option of a personalized network.
3.7 System Log System Log contains your recorded network activities. NOTE: System log resets when the access point is rebooted or powered off. To view your system log: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > System Log. 2.
3.8 Wireless 3.8.1 General The General tab allows you to configure the basic wireless settings. To configure the basic wireless settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > Wireless > General. 2. Select 2.4GHz or 5GHz as the frequency band for your wireless network. 3. Assign a unique name for your SSID (Service Set Identifier) or network name to identify your wireless network. Wi-Fi devices can identify and connect to the wireless network via your assigned SSID.
• Auto: Select Auto to allow 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11g, and 802.11b devices to connect to the wireless access point. 6. Select any of these channel bandwidth to accommodate higher transmission speeds: 2.4GHz: Select between 40MHz and 20MHz for wireless throughput. 5GHz: Select among 160MHz, 80MHz, 40MHz and 20MHz for wireless throughput. 7. Select the operating channel for your wireless access point.
3.8.2 WPS WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a wireless security standard that allows you to easily connect devices to a wireless network. You can configure the WPS function via the PIN code or WPS button. NOTE: Ensure that the devices support WPS. To enable WPS on your wireless network: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > Wireless > WPS. 2. In the Enable WPS field, move the slider to ON. 3. WPS uses 2.4GHz by default.
a. Click Start. b. The wireless access point will scan for any available WPS devices. If the wireless access point does not find any WPS devices, it will switch to standby mode. 5. To set up WPS using the client’s PIN code, follow these steps: a. Locate the WPS PIN code on your wireless device’s user manual or on the device itself. b. Key in the Client PIN code on the text box. c. Click Start to put your wireless access point into WPS survey mode.
3.8.3 WDS (Bridge) Bridge or WDS (Wireless Distribution System) allows your ASUS wireless access point to connect to another wireless access point exclusively, preventing other wireless devices or stations to access your ASUS wireless access point. It can also be considered as a wireless repeater where your ASUS wireless access point communicates with another access point and other wireless devices. To set up the wireless bridge: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > Wireless > WDS. 2.
3.8.4 Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC filter provides control over packets transmitted to a specified MAC (Media Access Control) address on your wireless network. To set up the Wireless MAC filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter. 2. Tick Yes in the Enable Mac Filter field. 3. In the MAC Filter Mode dropdown list, select either Accept or Reject. • Select Accept to allow devices in the MAC filter list to access to the wireless network.
3.8.5 RADIUS Setting RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service) allows you to set up additional parameters for authorizing wireless clients through RADIUS server. It is required when you select Authentication Method in Wireless - General as WPAEnterprise / WPA2-Enterprise. To set up wireless RADIUS settings: 1. Ensure that the wireless access point’s authentication mode is set to WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise. 2. From the navigation panel, go to Settings > Wireless > RADIUS Setting. 3.
3.8.6 Professional The Professional settings allows you to set up additional parameters for wireless connection. NOTE: We recommend that you use the default values on this page. In the Professional settings screen, you can configure the following: • Band: Select the frequency band that the professional settings will be applied to. • Enable Radio: Select Yes to enable wireless networking. Select No to disable wireless networking.
• Set AP isolated: The Set AP isolated item prevents wireless devices on your network from communicating with each other. This feature is useful if many guests frequently join or leave your network. Select Yes to enable this feature or select No to disable. • Roaming assistant: In network configurations that involve multiple Access Points or wireless repeater, wireless clients sometimes cannot connect automatically to thefts available AP because they are still connected to the main wireless router.
• Beacon Interval: Beacon Interval is the time between one DTIM and the next. The default value is 100 milliseconds. Lower the Beacon Interval value for an unstable wireless connection or for roaming devices. • Enable TX Bursting: Enable TX Bursting improves transmission speed between the wireless access point and 802.11g devices. • Enable WMM APSD: Enable WMM APSD (Wi-Fi Multimedia Automatic Power Save Delivery) to improve power management between wireless devices. Select Disable to switch off WMM APSD.
4 Utilities NOTES: • Download and install the wireless access point's utilities from the ASUS website: • Device Discovery v1.4.7.1 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ASUS/ LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Discovery.zip • Firmware Restoration v1.9.0.4 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ ASUS/LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Rescue.zip • Windows Printer Utility v1.0.5.5 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ ASUS/LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Printer.zip • The utilities are not supported on MAC OS. 4.
4.2 Firmware Restoration Firmware Restoration is used on an ASUS Wireless Access Point that failed during its firmware upgrading process. It uploads the firmware that you specify. The process takes about three to four minutes. IMPORTANT! Launch the rescue mode on the access point before using the Firmware Restoration utility. NOTE: This feature is not supported on MAC OS. To launch the rescue mode and use the Firmware Restoration utility: 1. Unplug the wireless access point from the power source. 2.
4. From your computer’s desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > Wireless Router > Firmware Restoration. 5. Specify a firmware file, then click Upload. NOTE: This is not a firmware upgrade utility and cannot be used on a working ASUS Wireless Access Point. Normal firmware upgrades must be done through the web interface. Refer to Chapter 3: Configuring EBA63 for more details.
5 Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions for issues you may encounter with your access point. If you encounter problems that are not mentioned in this chapter, visit the ASUS support site at: https://www.asus.com/support/ for more product information and contact details of ASUS Technical Support. 5.1 Basic Troubleshooting If you are having problems with your access point, try these basic steps in this section before looking for further solutions. Upgrade Firmware to the latest version. 1.
Check if your Ethernet cables are plugged properly. • When the Ethernet cable connecting the access point with the modem is plugged in properly, the WAN LED will be on. • When the Ethernet cable connecting your powered-on computer with the access point is plugged in properly, the corresponding LAN LED will be on. Check if the wireless setting on your computer matches that of your access point.
5.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) I cannot access the access point GUI using a web browser • If your computer is wired, check the Ethernet cable connection and LED status as described in the previous section. • Ensure that you are using the correct login information. The default factory login name and password can be found on the label at the bottom of EBA63. Ensure that the Caps Lock key is disabled when you enter the login information. • Delete the cookies and files in your web browser.
The client cannot establish a wireless connection with the access point. NOTE: If you are having issues connecting to 5GHz network, make sure that your wireless device supports 5GHz or features dual band capabilities. • Out of Range: Move the access point closer to the wireless client. • SSID has been hidden. If your device can find SSIDs from other access points but cannot find your access point’s SSID, go to Settings > Wireless > General, select NO on Hide SSID, and select Auto on Wireless Mode.
Internet is not accessible. • Check if your access point can connect to your ISP’s WAN IP address. To do this, launch the web GUI and go to Dashboard, and check the Internet status. • If your access point cannot connect to your ISP’s WAN IP address, try restarting your network as described in the section Restart your network in following sequence under Basic Troubleshooting. • If there is still no Internet access, try to reboot your computer and verify the network’s IP address and gateway address.
Cannot access Web GUI Before configuring your wireless access point, do the steps described in this section for your host computer and network clients. A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled. Windows® 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2. Click Tools > Internet options > Connections > LAN settings. 3. From the Local Area Network (LAN) Settings screen, untick Use a proxy server for your LAN. 4. Click OK when done.
MAC OS 1. From your Safari browser, click Safari > Preferences > Advanced > Change Settings... 2. From the Network screen, deselect FTP Proxy and Web Proxy (HTTP). 3. Click Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your browser's help feature for details on disabling the proxy server. B. Set the TCP/IP settings to automatically obtain an IP address. Windows® 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center, then click the network connection to display its status window.
2. Click Properties to display the Ethernet Properties window. 3. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) or Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), then click Properties. 4. To obtain the IPv4 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IP address automatically. To obtain the IPv6 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IPv6 address automatically. 5. Click OK when done.
MAC OS 1. Click the Apple icon located on the top left of your screen. 2. Click System Preferences > Network > Configure... 3. From the TCP/IP tab, select Using DHCP in the Configure IPv4 dropdown list. 4. Click Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your operating system’s help and support feature for details on configuring your computer’s TCP/IP settings. C. Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled. Windows® 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2.
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