Link AX expands your production networking capabilities with a ruggedized, set-ready aluminum chassis wrapped around a Wi-Fi 6 (802.11AX) router. Use Link AX for multiple workflow scenarios: more cameras and devices on your local production streaming network, camera-to-cloud for multiple cameras; simultaneous camera control over multiple cameras.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
A: Antenna connectors |
D: WAN Ethernet port |
G: Reset button* |
B: Power input |
E: USB modem port |
H: Status indicators |
| C: LAN Ethernet ports (1-4) | F: Reboot button* |
I: On/Off switch |
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* On some early units the reset button resets the device while maintaining the current configuration. Holding the reboot button for 5 seconds reverts the unit to its factory default settings. | ||
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Link AX wireless AP/router
- 4x 2dBi WIFI 2.4/5.8GHz antenna
- PSU 2pin to 36W AC adapter - 6ft Cable
- Lightstand adapter 3/8in
ASSEMBLY AND POWER
1. Attach the four included antennas to Link AX's RP-SMA connectors.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from your modem to Link AX's WAN port.
3. Connect power to Link AX using the included A/C adapter, and PoE input, or if the device is equipped with a battery plate accessory, install a compatible battery (Gold or V mount).
Using PoE (Power over Ethernet)
Link AX uses PoE+/802.3at, which is different from the passive PoE that Link/Link Pro utilized. When using PoE, the power switch will be inoperable, but Link AX will power on, regardless of whether the power switch indicates the unit is On or Off. NOTE: The PoE input must be plugged into the WAN port.
CONNECT TO THE INTERNET
1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your network switch to Link’s WAN port, or connect a Node II cellular modem with an active SIM card to Link's USB port.
2. Ensure that the WAN status indicator on the back of the unit is illuminated (see image below), then open your web browser to verify Link AX is connected to the Internet.
Connect via Wireless (WiFi)
NOTE: ##### represents the last five digits of the Link AX unit's serial number.
1. Scan for wireless networks from your device and select the network name corresponding to one of Link's wireless networks: Link-AX-#####-2.4GHz or Link-AX-####-5GHz.
2. Enter the password linkax#####.
3. Open your web browser and enter 192.168.1.1 to bring up the login page for the Link's Web UI.
4. Log in to the web UI using the default username (admin) and password (admin).
| WIFI DEFAULTS | |
|---|---|
| SSID (2.4GHz) |
Link-AX-#####-2.4GHz |
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SSID (5GHz) |
Link-AX-#####-5GHz |
| Password | linkax##### |
| LAN IP Address | 192.168.1.1 |
Connect via Ethernet
1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your computer or a network switch to Link’s LAN port. Link assigns addresses to any device connected to the LAN using DHCP.
2. Open a web browser and navigate to Link’s IP address 192.168.1.1.
3. Log in to the web UI using the default username (admin) and password (admin).
CONFIGURATION
Interfaces - LAN Settings
The LAN Settings page contains Link’s IP address and protocol settings, DHCP server configuration, and other network interface settings that may need to be changed if connecting Link to another network. These settings do not need to be modified if Link is used as a stand-alone access point.
1. Select Interfaces from the side menu, then click EDIT to open the LAN Settings page.
2. To bridge several interfaces, click on the PHYSICAL SETTINGS, then check off the Bridge interfaces checkbox.
3. Select an available interface from the list below. Interfaces eth0, eth1, eth2, and eth3 are for LAN, and eth4 is for WAN.
4. Click Save & Apply.
5. If you're connecting Link to another network with an existing DHCP server, check the Ignore Interface checkbox under the DHCP Server's GENERAL SETUP section before connecting Link to the other network to avoid IP address conflicts.
Interfaces - WAN Settings
The WAN port allows you to connect Link to a cable/DSL modem for Internet connectivity. In most cases, WAN settings will be auto-negotiated when Link is connected to the modem. The Network > WAN page contains several advanced options that may be necessary to establish an Internet connection with some service providers.
1. Select Interfaces from the side menu, then click EDIT to open the WAN Settings page.
2. Adjust your network and protocol settings, then click Save & Apply.
Use WAN as a LAN Port
1. From the web UI, select Interfaces. OPTIONAL: Create a configuration backup file by navigating to the Backup/Flash Firmware page and clicking the GENERATE ARCHIVE button. This allows you to quickly revert this change to the original settings when you upload the file.
2. From the Interfaces page, delete both the WAN and WAN6 interface panels by clicking on three dots and selecting Delete.
3. Click the EDIT button in the LAN interface panel.
4. Open the PHYSICAL SETTINGS and select eth4.
5. Scroll down the DHCP Server section and check off the Ignore Interface checkbox. Click SAVE & APPLY.
6. OPTIONAL: To revert to the original configuration settings, navigate to the Backup/Flash Firmware page, select the configuration backup file you created here, then click the UPLOAD ARCHIVE button.
Interfaces - Modem (Node II) Configuration
You can use a Teradek Node II to establish an Internet connection when another connection is unavailable. Simply connect Node II via Link AX’s USB port (E).
1. Select Interfaces from the side menu, then click CONFIG in the MODEM1 panel to open the Modem Configuration page.
2. Select the slot with the SIM you will be using (1 or 2), then click SAVE & APPLY.
3. If you are using Teradek Data, click the Teradek Data checkbox to open the APN and carrier locking features.
4. Select Auto Carrier or Carrier Lock. For Carrier Lock, you will need to enter a PLMN number. You can find your PLMN here.
WiFi - Wireless Settings
Each wireless configuration page contains options to configure the Wi-Fi channel, network mode (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), channel bandwidth or ESSID, and security options.
1. Select WiFi from the side menu, then click EDIT for the network you want to configure.
2. After modifying any settings, click SAVE if you plan to make more changes, or SAVE & APPLY to enable the new configuration.
Use WiFi as WAN
1. Select WiFi from the side menu, then select either the 2.4GHz or 5GHz by clicking SCAN for the network you want to configure.
2. Click the Join Network button for the network you want to join.
3. Enter the WiFi network’s password and click SUBMIT.
4. You will then be taken to the Device Configuration page. Click Save & Apply. NOTE: After you click Save & Apply, you will be disconnected from the WiFi network you configured. Refresh the web UI page and select the other WiFi network to connect to the Internet.
5. Select Interfaces from the side menu and verify that the WWAN interface has been created, and that the interface has Internet access.
Perform Factory Reset
You can perform a factory reset from either the Link AX web UI or the Link AX unit itself.
FROM LINK AX
Hold down the Reset button (G)* for 5 seconds before releasing.
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* On some early units the reset button resets the device while maintaining the current configuration. Holding the reboot button for 5 seconds reverts the unit to its factory default settings. |
FROM THE WEB UI
1. Navigate to the Backup/Flash Firmware page.
2. Tap PERFORM RESET to restore Link AX's factory default settings.
OTHER RESOURCES
- Support Articles: https://support.cs.inc/s/
- Warranty Information: https://teradek.com/pages/warranty-information
- Product Registration: https://teradek.com/pages/product-registration