The C200P is a versatile network device that integrates router and AP Controller functionalities, offering two operating modes: Main Router and AP Controller (default) and AP Controller. This instruction provides setup instructions and network topology recommendations for optimal performance.
1. Main Router and AP Controller (Default)
In this mode, the C200P functions as both a router and an AP Controller.
It is recommended to manage ≤10 APs and ≤100 clients.
Topology 1: Internet - C200P - Switch - APs
- Use Case: Suitable when managing multiple APs (requires a switch to expand port capacity).
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Setup Requirements:
- Connect the modem to the C200P WAN port, the C200P LAN port to a switch, and APs to the switch.
- Ensure the C200P and APs are in the same VLAN, as AP management traffic does not carry VLAN tags.
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SSID VLAN Support:
- Enabling SSID VLAN will make client data carry VLAN tag when sent out from AP.
- The C200P does not support VLANs or VLAN interfaces.
- To enable SSID VLANs, the switch must support VLANs, VLAN interfaces, and DHCP servers to assign IP addresses to wireless clients in the SSID VLAN.
Topology 2: Internet - C200P - APs
- Use Case: Suitable for small networks with ≤4 APs (limited by the C200P’s 4 LAN ports).
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Setup Requirements:
- Connect the modem to the C200P WAN port and APs directly to the C200P LAN ports.
- The C200P, APs, and wireless clients operate in the same network.
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SSID VLAN Support:
- SSID VLANs are not supported in this topology, as the C200P does not support VLANs or VLAN interfaces.
Note: The C200P will support VLAN and VLAN interface through firmware upgrade in the future. At that time, it will be possible to support SSID VLAN in the above topologies 1 and 2 without the switch supporting VLAN.
2. AP Controller Mode
In this mode, the C200P functions solely as an AP Controller, managing AP configuration and Captive Portal authentication data.
It supports ≤200 APs, with client device count limited only by the gateway or switch capacity.
Topology: Internet - Router - Switch - APs & C200P
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Setup Requirements:
- Connect the modem to a router, the router to a switch, and both the C200P and APs to the switch.
- Change the C200P to AP Controller mode:
- Login to the C200P web interface.
- Navigate to Quick Setup and select AP Controller mode.
- Ensure the C200P and APs are in the same VLAN, as AP management traffic does not carry VLAN tags.
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SSID VLAN Support:
- To enable SSID VLANs, the gateway or switch must support VLANs, VLAN interfaces, and DHCP servers to assign IP addresses to wireless clients in the SSID VLAN.
For further assistance, contact our support team at support@cudy.com.
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@Dear Rafal,
No, doesn’t support to use AP3600 with C200P via Wireless. If you want to use the C200P to manange the AP. You must connect them via cable. If you can’t, you have another choice. Do not use the C200P. You can choose one of the AP3600 to be the main mesh AP. And install Mesh system with them.
“Hi Cudy Support,
I’m trying to configure a third Cudy AP3600 without an Ethernet connection and I’m not sure if this is supported.
My setup is:
C200P AP Controller (Firmware: 2.5.15)
3 × AP3600 (Firmware: 2.5.11)
Two AP3600 are connected via Ethernet to the network and have been successfully adopted by the C200P.
The third AP3600 was also connected via Ethernet, upgraded to the latest firmware, adopted by the controller, and configured successfully.
After that I disconnected the Ethernet cable and moved the third AP to its final location, where it has only power (no Ethernet)."
Hi Cudy Support,
I’m trying to configure a third Cudy AP3600 without an Ethernet connection and I’m not sure if this is supported.
My setup is:
C200P AP Controller (Firmware: 2.5.15)
3 × AP3600 (Firmware: 2.5.11)
Two AP3600 are connected via Ethernet to the network and have been successfully adopted by the C200P.
The third AP3600 was also connected via Ethernet, upgraded to the latest firmware, adopted by the controller, and configured successfully.
After that I disconnected the Ethernet cable and moved the third AP to its final location, where it has only power (no Ethernet).
The result is:
The AP becomes Offline in the C200P controller.
Its LED continuously cycles between orange → purple → blue.
It never reconnects via Wi-Fi.
According to the AP3600 release notes, firmware 2.5.11 includes features such as:
Wireless Backhaul
Mesh Topology View
Uplink Node Selection
However, I cannot find any settings related to Wireless Backhaul, Mesh, or Uplink Node in the C200P web interface or in Cudy Cloud.
My questions are:
Is it possible to use an AP3600 managed by a C200P as a wireless mesh node (wireless backhaul, no Ethernet)?
If yes, what is the correct configuration procedure?
Is there any additional setting that must be enabled on the controller or on the AP?
Where can I find the Mesh Topology View and Uplink Node Selection mentioned in the firmware release notes?
Thank you!
@Dear Sk SINHA,
Our technical support has sent you the solutions via email. Please check.
“Hello Cudy Support,
I am using a Cudy AX1500 router. I am experiencing two problems:
1. The internet speed (Mbps) is lower than expected.
2. The Wi-Fi coverage/range is also quite low.
Could you please tell me why this is happening and what settings I should use to get better speed and wider Wi-Fi coverage?
Please help me troubleshoot this issue.
Thank you."
Hello Cudy Support,
I am using a Cudy AX1500 router. I am experiencing two problems:
1. The internet speed (Mbps) is lower than expected.
2. The Wi-Fi coverage/range is also quite low.
Could you please tell me why this is happening and what settings I should use to get better speed and wider Wi-Fi coverage?
Please help me troubleshoot this issue.
Thank you.
@Dear Tilde.
OK. I see. We will provide your feedback to the product department for evaluation.
“Dear Cudy Support,
“For now, C200P has already support OpenWrt firmware” [Cudy Support] … well, no, PoE drivers are missing in OpenWRT which demotes the C200P to a “common” router with 4 ethernet Ports – so, why would I buy a C200P then if there are so many to choose from. ;-) You should make a USP of it …
For sure, OpenWRT is harder to handle. But if users decide to flash and use OpenWRT, I’d presume they know they do – as done by myself, but I needed to restore stock firmware due to lack of PoE features."