Zyxel NWA5123-AC HD - 802.11ac Wave2 Dual-Radio Unified Access Point Quick Start Guide

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Table of Contents

Contents

1 Hardware Installation
2 Initial Configuration
3 Wall / Ceiling Mounting
4 How to release the AP
5 Support Information
6 Documents / Resources
- 6.1 References
- 6.2 Download manual

Zyxel NWA5123-AC HD - 802.11ac Wave2 Dual-Radio Unified Access Point Quick Start Guide

Hardware Installation

Connect the UPLINK/POE port to a router network through a PoE switch or a PoE injector (30W).

Initial Configuration

From a Wi-Fi enabled computer, search for the NWA5123-AC HD's default Wi-Fi network name (Zyxel) and connect to it.
Open your web browser and enter "http://1.1.1.1" for initial configuration. Enter the default user name (admin) and password (1234). Click Login.

Management Connect UPLINK to Router DHCP-assigned

IP Address: Not Connect UPLINK to Router 192.168.1.2

SSID: Zyxel

Wi-Fi Security Disabled

Note: If your computer doesn't have a Wi-Fi adapter, use an Ethernet cable to connect your computer to the LAN1 port of the NWA5123-AC HD. Use its DHCP-assigned IP or default static IP address (192.168.1.2) to access the web configurator. Make sure your computer IP address is in the same subnet as the NWA5123-AC HD's.
The wizard appears automatically. Use the wizard to set up your NWA5123-AC HD. Note: It takes 1 to 2 minutes to apply your wizard changes. The power LED will blink red and green alternatively. The power and Wi-Fi LEDs then turn steady green when the system is ready. Check the Dashboard screen and note down the NWA5123-AC HD's IP address in case you need to access it's web configurator again.
Note: The 1.1.1.1 is for initial setup only. It is not usable after the NWA5123-AC HD is configured.
Use the NWA5123-AC HD's new wireless settings (SSID and key) to re-connect to the NWA5123-AC HD's Wi-Fi network for Internet access if you change them in the wizard.

Wall / Ceiling Mounting

Drill two holes for the plastic wall plugs (A), 6.41cm apart. Insert the plugs into the wall.
Wall / Ceiling Mounting - Step 1

Screw the self-drilling drywall anchors (C) into the ceiling, 6.41cm apart.

Install two mounting screws through the holes on the bracket (B) into the plugs/anchors to secure the bracket to the wall/ceiling. Make sure the screws are snugly and securely fastened to the wall/ceiling.
After the bracket is attached to the wall/ceiling, line up the UPLINK/POE port on the NWA5123-AC HD with the tab of the mounting bracket (B). Push the NWA5123-AC HD in and turn it to the right until it clicks into place.

How to release the AP

How to release the AP
Insert a thin flat tool (such as a flat screwdriver) to push down the AP lock. Turn the AP in a counterclockwise direction to release.

Support Information

North America	+ 1 800 978 7222	Spain	+ 911 792 100
USA	support@zyxel.com	Spain	soporte@zyxel.es
UK	+ 44 3331 559 301	France	+ 33 4 72 52 97 97
UK	support@zyxel.co.uk	France	support@zyxel.fr
Germany	+ 49 2405 690969
Germany	support@zyxel.de