Quick Start Guide
Before installing the gateway outdoors, it is recommended to complete all network and LoRaWAN® settings during indoor pre-configuration. Ensure that the device is powered using the included power adapter.
Access the Gateway
For RAK7267, you need to access the gateway through Wi-Fi AP Mode. You can find an SSID, named RAK7267_XXXX on your PC's Wi-Fi network list. XXXX is the last two bytes of the gateway's MAC address.
Figure 1: Accessing the gateway via Wi-Fi AP mode-
Connect to the gateway’s Wi-Fi.
NOTE
No password is required to connect via Wi-Fi. :::
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Open a web browser and enter the IP address:
192.168.230.1 -
On the first login, you must set a login password. The password must:
- At least 12 characters long
- Has at least one special character (
!“#$%&\‘()*+,-./:;<=>?@[]^_{|}~) - Has at least one number
- Has at least one standard Latin letter (used in the English alphabet)
Figure 1: Web UI login page- Click Set password to continue. You will be redirected to the LoRaWAN Statistics page.
Figure 1: LoRaWAN statistics page- For future logins, use the password you set. The default login username is root.
Figure 1: Login Page with set passwordConnect the Gateway to the Internet
You can connect the gateway to the internet through Wi-Fi or LTE.
Wi-Fi
Figure 1: Accessing the Internet using Wi-Fi-
Log in to the Web UI, go to Network > WAN > Wi-Fi.
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Expand the Wi-Fi section and click on Settings. Ensure the Interface is enabled.
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Click the Scan button to select your ESSID, or manually enter the ESSID of the network by clicking Enter network (E)SSID manually.
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Choose the correct Encryption method and enter the appropriate Key.
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Click Save.
NOTEAssuming you have entered the correct parameter values, you should receive an IP address assigned by your Wi-Fi router's (AP) built-in DHCP server. You can use this new IP address to log in via a web browser.
For details, refer to the WisGateOS 2 User Manual>WAN>Wi-Fi.
Figure 1: Wi-Fi settings
Cellular
The RAK7267 includes built-in LTE support and will typically connect to the cellular network automatically once a valid SIM card is inserted.
However, in some regions, manual APN configuration may be required depending on your mobile operator.
To manually configure APN and other LTE settings:
- Log in to the Web UI and navigate to Network > WAN > Cellular.
- Expand the Cellular section and click on Settings.
- Enter the required APN, username, password, and PIN code if provided by your mobile operator.
Figure 1: Cellular settingsFor parameter configuration, refer to the WisGateOS 2 User Manual > WAN > Cellular .
Make sure that your SIM card is activated and supports data services.
Connect to LoRaWAN® Network Server
Configure your gateway’s work mode to quickly establish a connection with a LoRaWAN® Network Server. The gateway supports three operation modes — Built-in Network Server, Packet Forwarder, and Basics™ Station.
For detailed configuration steps and explanations, refer to the LoRa Configuration Guide.
