Overview
The GWN7660LR is an outdoor 802.11ax 2×2:2 Wi-Fi 6 access point for medium-to-large businesses and enterprises that need to provide long-range coverage in both indoor and outdoor spaces. It offers weatherproof casing and heat resistant technology, dual-band 2×2:2 MU-MIMO with DL/UL OFDMA technology, and a sophisticated antenna design for the maximum network through that supports 256 clients and an expanded 250-meter coverage range. To ensure easy installation and management, the GWN7660LR includes a built-in controller embedded within the product’s web user interface. It is also supported by GWN.Cloud, Grandstream’s free cloud Wi-Fi management platform. The GWN7660LR is the ideal Wi-Fi AP for voice-over-Wi-Fi deployment and offers a seamless connection with Grandstream’s Wi-Fi-capable voice and video IP phones. With support for advanced QoS, low-latency real-time applications, mesh networks, captive portals, and dual Gigabit network ports with PoE/ PoE+, the GWN7660LR is an ideal outdoor Wi-Fi access point for enterprises, multiple-floor offices, warehouses, hospitals, schools and more.
Package Contents
GWN7660LR Ports
| Port | Description |
|---|---|
| NET/POE | Ethernet RJ45 port (10/100/1000Mbps) supporting PoE/PoE+. |
| NET | Ethernet RJ45 port (10/100/1000Mbps) to your router or another GWN76xx |
| RESET | Factory reset button. Press for 7 seconds to reset the factory default settings. |
Powering and Connecting the GWN7660LR
GWN7660LR can be powered on using PoE/PoE+ switch using the following steps:
Step 1: Plug an RJ45 Ethernet cable into the network port of GWN7660LR.
Step 2: Plug the other end into the uplink port of the power over the Ethernet (PoE/PoE+) switch.
Hardware Installation
GWN7660LR can be mounted on the wall or on a metal bar, Please refer to the following steps for the appropriate installation.
Wall Mount
- Connect the Ethernet cable (RJ45) to the correct ports of your GWN7660LR and insert the cover bracket.
- Connect each antenna to an antenna connector by rotating it clockwise.
- Attach the Base Bracket with screws (PM 3.0 x 7) on the back of the GWN7660LR access point.
- Drill four holes on the wall referring to the positions of the ones on the Base Bracket. Then, fix an expansion screw in each hole.
- Attach the GWN7660LR access point by securing the Base Bracket with the expansion screws on the wall.
Pole Mount
- Connect the Ethernet cable (RJ45) to the correct ports of your GWN7660LR and insert the cover bracket.
- Connect each antenna to an antenna connector by rotating it clockwise.
- Attach the Base Bracket with screws (PM 3.0 x 7) on the back of the GWN7660LR access point.
- Open the metal straps by turning the locking mechanism counterclockwise. You can loosen it by hand or use a flathead screwdriver.
- Straighten out the end of the metal straps and slide it through the back of the base bracket.
- Wrap the metal strap around the pole and use a flathead screwdriver to tighten the locking mechanism by turning it clockwise.
Connect to GWN7660LR Default Wi-Fi Network
GWN7660LR can be used as a standalone access point out of the box, or after a factory reset with Wi-Fi enabled by default.
After powering the GWN7660LR and connecting it to the network, GWN7660LR will broadcast a default SSID based on its MAC address GWN[MAC’s last 6 digits], and a random password.
GWN7660LR’s default password information is printed on the sticker at the back of the unit
Accessing the Configuration Interface
A computer connected to the GWN7660LR’s SSID, or to the same network as the GWN7660LR can discover and access its configuration interface using one of the below methods:
Method 1: Discover GWN7660LR using its MAC Address
- Locate the MAC address on the MAC tag of the unit, which is on the underside of the device, or on the package.
- From a computer connected to the same network as the GWN7660LR, type in the following address using GWN7660LR’s MAC address on your browser https://gwn_<MAC>.local
Example: If a GWN7660LR has the MAC address 00:0B:82:8C:4D:F8, this unit can be accessed by typing https://gwn_000b828c4df8.local on the browser.
Method 2: Discover GWN7660LR using GWN Discovery Tool
- Download and install GWN Discovery Tool from the following link: https://www.grandstream.com/tools/GWNDiscoveryTool.zip
- Open the GWN DiscoveryTool, and click on Scan.
- The tool will discover all GWN76xx Access Points connected on the network showing their MAC and IP addresses.
- Click on Manage Device to be redirected directly to the GWN7660LR’s configuration interface, or type in manually the displayed IP address on your browser.
- Enter username and password to log in. (The default administrator username is “admin” and the default random password can be found on the back sticker on the GWN7660LR).
- Make sure that the GWN7660LR is not already paired with another GWN76xx Access Point as a slave, GWN7000 Router Series or GWN. Cloud, otherwise the configuration interface cannot be accessed.
- If the GWN7660LR is already paired, make sure to unpair it first, or do a factory reset.
- It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure compliance with local regulations for frequency bands, transmit power, and others.
- To manage GWN7660LR over the cloud, please refer to https://www. gwn.cloud.
- To manage GWN7660LR over on-premise controller, please refer to https://www.grandstream.com/products/networking-solutions/ wi-fi-management/product/gwn-manager
- Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or modify the device.
- Do not expose this device to temperatures outside the range of -30° to 60° for operating and -30° to 70° for storage.
- Do not expose the GWN7660LR to environments outside of the following humidity range: 5-95% RH (non-condensing).
- Do not power cycle your GWN7660LR access point during system boot-up or firmware upgrade. You may corrupt firmware images and cause the unit to malfunction.
- Please take lightning protection measures during installation (a lightning rod is required and the device must be reliably grounded). It is recommended to use a surge protection device.
The GNU GPL license terms are incorporated into the device firmware and can be accessed via the Web user interface of the device at my_device_ip/gpl_license. It can also be accessed here: http://www.grandstream.com/legal/open-source-software
To obtain a CD with GPL source code information please submit a written request to info@grandstream.com
For Certification, Warranty, and RMA information, please visit www.grandstream.com
