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How to fix continuous Blue blinking on Zyxel smart mesh repeater AP?
Continuous blue blinking on your Repeater AP signifies it's unable to receive a signal from the root AP. Try moving the Repeater AP closer to the Root AP. If proximity isn't an issue, check that both APs are registered under the same Nebula Organization and review the root AP's event log for more details.
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Why is my smart mesh repeater AP blinking Yellow and Green?
If your APs firmware is above V6.60 and repeater AP is blinking alternately between yellow and green, it suggests a Mesh setting issue. Connect the AP to a wired cable, ensure it's online and showing as up-to-date on NCC, then attempt redeployment. If APs firmware is not above V6.60 that means the AP is still provisioning…
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What Does Light Blue Blinking Mean on a Zyxel Smart mesh Repeater AP?
Light blue blinking on your Zyxel Repeater AP indicates that the device is currently searching for an uplink signal. This is part of the normal setup process when deploying a mesh network. Make sure your repeater AP is in the signal covered area of root AP.
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What LED color will smart mesh repeater AP blinking when searching for the uplink signal?
When we deploy a mesh network, after powering up the repeater in the selected place, there is nothing we can do but waiting it go online on NCC page. If the repeater stays offline, few information we can directly get to identify its status. In firmware V6.60 above, a new LED pattern is designed when the Repeater AP which…
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[Nebula] How to configure AP Grouping to increase the SSID number?
Definition AP grouping is a feature in Nebula that allows the creation of up to 24 distinct SSID profiles for efficient network management. Application A typical use case is a shared office building, where the network infrastructure is managed by the building's MIS under a single Nebula site. This setup often includes…
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Why the Repeater AP offline intermittently when enabling the Wireless bridge?
This article explains the workings of the smart mesh and wireless bridge mechanism. If a repeater AP with wireless bridge enabled and connects to a root AP, the repeater AP will attempt to utilize the wireless bridge feature. However, due to the root AP's lack of wireless bridge feature support, the repeater AP will…
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How to Identify BSSID and IP Address for Each AP in a Network?
In an enterprise environment, understanding the network configuration is crucial for maintaining a seamless connection for all devices. In this scenario, we'll focus on how to identify the BSSID and IP address for each access point in a Nebula Zyxel SSID network. Topology and Scenario Gateway --- Switch --- AP (IP, BSSIDs)…
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How to update AP SysName by Nebula?
“SysName” is a value on each Device that can be queried by SNMP system. For our AP, the default value it is device’s model name, such as WAX620D-6E. Some of our customers use both NCC and SNMP server to monitor and manage their devices. However, in our pervious design, the device name on NCC is not synchronized with its…
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How to fix smart mesh disconnects frequently?
Fine-tuning the wireless environment can enhance smart mesh connections. This improvement is due to the fact that repeater APs function similarly to wireless clients in relation to their Uplink AP. Adjust the radio setting by going to Access point > Configure > Radio settings Select the Deployment selection according to…
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What to do when the smart mesh fails to build up?
If you've unplugged the uplink from the "Repeater AP" but the smart mesh isn't building up successfully, resulting in the "Repeater AP" still being offline, here's what you can do: Check if setup and configurations are correct. Make sure APs are provisioned using wired connection before deploying repeater APs into their…
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How to prevent Repeater APs from connecting to specific AP?
You can take two different approaches to prevent your repeater AP from connecting to an unexpected AP: Approach 1: Force the repeater AP to connect to a specific AP by following the steps in the link: Approach 2: Disable the "Downlink" feature in the per-AP Smart Mesh settings to avoid any repeater from connecting to this…
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How Can I Force My Repeater AP to Connect to the Root AP Using a Specific Band?
To force your repeater AP to connect to the root AP using a specific band, follow these steps: Navigate to the Devices » Access points" page on Nebula. Locate and click on the specific repeater AP that you want to configure. In the status section of the AP settings, you will find the "Smart Mesh" option. Click the "Edit"…
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How Can I Make My Repeater AP Connect to a Specific Uplink AP?
To make your repeater AP connect to a specific uplink AP, follow these steps: Navigate to the Devices » Access Points" page. Locate and click on the specific repeater AP that you want to configure. In the status section of the AP settings, you will find the "Smart Mesh" option. Click the "Edit" icon to access further…
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How to set up Smart Mesh for specific Managed APs?
To set up Smart Mesh for a specific managed AP, follow these steps: Navigate to Devices » Access Points page on Nebula. Locate and click on the specific AP to set up Smart Mesh. In the status section of the AP settings, you will find the "Smart Mesh" option. Click the "Edit" icon to access further configuration options for…
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How do I install a newly Purchase Access Point?
This article will introduce how to step by step install a new Access point. Optimal Location Selection: Place your Access Point centrally on the ceiling of the active area for optimal coverage,ensuring it's away from physical barriers and interference sources such as microwaves and cordless phones. Power Connection:…
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How to set up Load Balance Group on Nebula?
What is Load Balance Group? To attempt to lessen the loading of one channel by deploying additional access points in dense areas, administrators must enable load balancing for AP clusters to improve equal channel usage. Since AP clusters may be deployed among different rooms, it is a good idea to define their respective…
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How to configure VLAN for Nebula AP LAN Port?
Some Nebula AP models have both uplink and LAN ports. LAN ports connect the AP to other devices on your network. The LAN1 port is typically used to connect devices such as computers, printers, and other network devices. To configure VLAN for the AP LAN port on a Nebula AP: Go to Site-wide > Configure > Access points > AP &…
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How can I verify if the AP is rebooted by schedule or for other reasons?
You can verify the reason for the AP's reboot by checking the log at Monitor > Access Point > Event log on Nebula Control Center. The log will specify whether the reboot was scheduled or triggered by other factors. Please see the example below:
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I usually reboot AP to resolve my printer connection. Can the reboot be scheduled?
Yes, with the recently added "Maintenance" feature on the Nebula, you can schedule reboots for your AP. Navigate to Nebula: Devices > Access Point > Select an AP > Status, and choose Maintenance to set up a reboot schedule.
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What is the "Maintenance" feature on AP page?
The "Maintenance" feature on the AP page, located at Nebula: Devices > Access Point > Select an AP > Status, choose Maintenance, is a recent addition. It allows users to schedule reboots for the AP, aiding in maintaining optimal performance and troubleshooting issues. This makes device management more streamlined and…