4.3 Wi-Fi Hotspots
The default Wi-Fi hotspot "Outdoor-WiFi-xxx" and it is non-encrypted.
Wireless Overview
After accessing the router admin panel, go to "Network > Wireless" to check the Wi-Fi status.
Ra0 - MT7615E 802.11bgn is the 2.4GHz WiFi module SSID: Outdoor-WiFi-xxxx-V4 is the 2.4GHz hotspot
Rax0 - MT7615E 802.11anac is the 5.8GHz WiFi module SSID: Outdoor-WiFi-xxxx-V5 is the 5.8GHz hotspot
SSID | Mode: Client -- is the Wi-Fi relay connection. It's not visible until the Wi-Fi relay is set up.
Associated Stations are the active Wi-Fi networks and their working status.
You can turn off both the client and master SSID by clicking the "Disable" button and reactivate them by clicking the "Enable" button.
Edit Wi-Fi Hotspot
On the above wireless overview page of "System > Wireless." Click the "Edit" button on the row of related SSID to enter their configuration page.
i. Basic Wi-Fi Settings
In the Device Configuration section, in the General Setup tab, you can monitor the network status and configure Wi-Fi operating Mode, Channel, Bandwidth, and Transmit Power.
Suggest using default settings unless there is a conflict.
After connecting to a Wi-Fi relay, the Wi-Fi master SSID's Mode, Channel, and Width will be locked to the same settings as the connected Wi-Fi relay network.
If other 2.4GHz Wi-Fi hotspots are nearby, do not use 40MHz on "Width," and do not turn on "Force 40MHz mode" on the advanced settings.
ii. Wi-Fi Country Code
In Device Configuration, click Advanced Settings, check the Country Code field, and select the corresponding country code.
It is essential to ensure the Wi-Fi hotspot on your router meets the legal regulations in your country. The other configured Wi-Fi networks will use the same device settings.
iii. Wi-Fi SSID & Password
In the Interface Configuration section, click the General Setup tab. You can edit the Wi-Fi hotspot's name on the ESSID field.
Click the Wireless Security tab to enter the encryption section and configure the Wi-Fi password.
Encryption: Select an encryption method. The last option, "WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Mixed Mode," is recommended for home and small office networks.
Cipher: The "Auto" option is recommended.
The Key is the Wi-Fi password. Input your password without space. Special characters are supported. The minimum length is eight characters. * Do not leave it empty after choosing the encryption type.
Other default settings are qualified for general usage.
Remarks:
Enable the checkbox Hide ESSID, and the router will stop broadcasting the Wi-Fi hotspot but maintain the Wi-Fi connection when manually entering the Wi-Fi hotspot name and password.
WMM, Wi-Fi Multimedia, is an automated way of handling Quality of Service (QoS) on the Wi-Fi network that provides improved video and voice performance over the wireless network.
Wi-Fi Coverage
For better outdoor WiFi coverage, suggest installing the router in an open space with the fewest barriers nearby. To cover indoor spaces, you can install the router near windows or doors.
You can also use an indoor router and link to the LAN port on the PoE injector.
Wi-Fi Relay (Repeater)
You can connect the outdoor router to an existing WiFi network. The outdoor router will obtain internet connectivity through the linked hotspot and broadcast the signal to extend the coverage range.
Please check the step-by-step tutorial on setting up a Wi-Fi relay. https://how.router.works/net/wifi/relay
Guest Wi-Fi
A guest WiFi hotspot can provide visitors with internet access without compromising the main network's security. Enabling a guest WiFi hotspot to provide internet access to guests and add a security layer by keeping guest devices separate from the master network.
Please check the step-by-step tutorials on setting up Guest WiFi hotspots. https://how.router.works/net/wifi/guest-wifi
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