Quick Initialize Network with AC Router and APs

The AC router can effectively communicate with the APs and easily configure and manage the entire network. With Hik-Partner Pro, you can activate the AC router and network switches on the same LAN together and configure the network settings.

1. Connect to the network devices.
   1. Optional: In Add Device Manually mode, enter the serial number of the AC router.
      Note

      If the SADP tool detects the unactivated AC, you can also enter the initialization process of the AC router.

   2. Scan the QR code of the AC router, and bring your phone close to an AP.
   3. Tap Join to join the Wi-Fi network of the AP so that Hik-Partner Pro can find the AC router and switches.
2. Tap Activate All to activate the AC router and network switches by setting the device user name, password, and verification code.
   Note

   The verification code is set for only the network switches to enable the Hik-Connect service. The AC router does not need one to enable the service.

3. Configure the network by setting the network connection method and WAN mode.

   DHCP

   The AC router automatically obtains the IP assigned by the superior router to access the Internet.

   PPPoE

   PPPoE is also known as broadband mode. You enter the broadband account and password to allow the AC router to access the Internet.

   Static IP

   You manually set the IP to allow the AC to access the Internet. Static IP supports 4 parameters: IP, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server. The default IP, gateway, and DNS server addresses are auto obtained from the AC router.

   Multi WAN

   Enable Multi WAN to set the network connection methods of multiple WAN ports. Each WAN port can be configured for an independent network connection type.

   Note

   Multi WAN is enabled by default if two or more WAN ports are connected to the cable. The number of supported WAN ports depends on the AC router capability.

4. Set the Wi-Fi network by setting the Wi-Fi name, password (optional), and frequency band.
   Note

   In situations where you are far away from the AP or there are many obstacles, the 2.4 GHz band may provide a more reliable connection. However, without these limitations, 5 GHz will likely to be a faster choice.

5. Add devices to a personal site.
   Note

   Adding the AC to a team site is not supported.

6. When the AC is added, tap Auto Connect to connect your phone to the new Wi-Fi you just configure, or copy the Wi-Fi name and password to manually join the Wi-Fi.