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Introduction, 1 overview, 2 how to use this guide – AirLive WHA-5500CPE User Manual

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1. Introduction

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Introduction

1.1 Overview

The WHA-5500CPE is a wireless outdoor multi-function device based on IEEE 802.11a
5-GHz radio technologies. When installed in upright position, it is rain and splash proof.
It features an integrated 18dBi patch antenna and 802.3af to simplify the installation. .
The firmware of the AP provides up to 8 operations modes* to satisfy different application
environments. This guide is for firmware version V2.00e01a or newer. If you have older
firmware, please go to

www.airlive.com

to download the latest version.

1.2 How to Use This Guide

WHA-5500CPE is an advanced wireless CPE with many functions. It is recommended
that you read through the entire user’s guide whenever possible. The user guide is
divided into different chapters. You should read at least go through the first 3 chapters
before attempting to install the device.

Recommended Reading

‰ Chapter 1

„ 1.5 Operation Modes: This section explains the usage of each wireless

operation mode. It is a must read.

‰ Chapter 2: This chapter is about hardware installation. You should read

through the entire chapter.

‰ Chapter 3:

„ 3.1 Important Information: This section has default settings information

suchs as IP, password, SSID, and recommended browser

„ 3.3 Management Interface: This section introduces Web, HTTPS, and

Telnet.

„ 3.4 Introduction to Web Management: This section tells you how to get into

the Web UI using HTTP and HTTPS. In addition, it also explains about the
basic menu structure.

„ 3.5 Initial Configurations: This section guide you through the essential initial

configurations such as choosing operation mode, set device IP, password,
and change frequency domain.

‰ Chapter 4 Web Management – Wireless and WAN Settings: This chapter

explain the wireless functions and router mode settings in the WHA-5500CPE. If
time permitted, you should read through the entire chapter.