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N300 WiFi Range Extender
Mode l WN3100R Pv 2
Us e r Manual
February 2015
202-11455-01
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA

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  • Page 1 N300 WiFi Range Extender Mode l WN3100R Pv 2 Us e r Manual February 2015 202-11455-01 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134...
  • Page 2 Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are used for reference purposes only.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Overview Meet Your Extender ..........6 When to Use Your Extender.
  • Page 4 N300 WiFi Range Extender Back Up the Configuration Settings........35 Restore the Configuration Settings .

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Overview

    Note: Firmware updates with new features and bug fixes are made available from time to time on downloadcenter.netgear.com. Some products can regularly check the site and download new firmware, or you can check for and download new firmware manually.

  • Page 6: Meet Your Extender

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Meet Your Extender Before you install your extender, familiarize yourself with its LEDs, buttons, and port. Router Client Arrow Arrow Client Link Router Link button Ethernet port Power LED Factory Reset button WPS LED Device On/Off switch Power connector Pass-through power socket...

  • Page 7: When To Use Your Extender

    When to Use Your Extender NETGEAR recommends that you connect through the extender network only when the WiFi device is in a “dead zone” where connection from the existing network is poor or nonexistent.
  • Page 8 N300 WiFi Range Extender WiFi Range Extender Boosts the range of your existing WiFi and creates a stronger signal in Existing WiFi hard-to-reach areas. Sometimes your router does not provide the WiFi coverage that you need. Figure 2. Range extender in a home Overview...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Get Started

    Get Started This chapter covers the following topics: • Use the Extender in Extender Mode • Use the Extender in Access Point Mode • Log In to the Extender After Installation • Run Smart Setup Installation...

  • Page 10: Use The Extender In Extender Mode

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Use the Extender in Extender Mode Place the extender, apply power, and connect it to your WiFi network. Note: You can also use the extender as a WiFi access point and create a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. See Use the Extender in Access Point Mode on page 14.
  • Page 11 N300 WiFi Range Extender The WPS LED lights solid green, the Router Link LED lights, and the extender connects to your existing WiFi network. If the Router Link LED does not light, try again. If it still does not light, see Connect with Web Browser Setup on page 11.
  • Page 12 N300 WiFi Range Extender The first time that you log in to the extender, the Create Account screen displays. If the Create Account screen does not display, go to www.mywifiext.net. Complete the fields and click the NEXT button. When prompted, select your country or region from the Regional Settings menu and click the NEXT button.

  • Page 13: Find The Best Location

    Complete the registration fields and click the FINISH button to complete the setup. If you do not want to register your extender, click the Skip Registration link. Note that you must register your extender before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. The Status screen displays.

  • Page 14: Connect An Ethernet-Enabled Device

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Connect an Ethernet-Enabled Device After the extender is connected to your existing WiFi network, you can connect a wired device to the extender using an Ethernet cable. The device can then access your existing network through the extender’s WiFi connection. Figure 3.
  • Page 15 N300 WiFi Range Extender  To use the extender in access point mode: Plug the extender into an electrical outlet. Wait for the Power LED to light amber and then turn green. If the Power LED does not light, slide the Device On/Off switch on the side of the extender to the On position.

  • Page 16: Log In To The Extender After Installation

    Complete the registration fields and click the FINISH button to complete the setup. If you do not want to register your extender, click the Skip Registration link. Note that you must register your extender before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. The Status screen displays.

  • Page 17: Run Smart Setup Installation

    Complete the registration fields and click the FINISH button to complete the setup. If you do not want to register your extender, click the Skip Registration link. Note that you must register your extender before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. The Status screen displays.

  • Page 18: Chapter 3 Extender Network Settings

    Extender Network Settings This chapter covers the following topics: • Adjust the WiFi Coverage • View Connected Devices • View WiFi Settings • Change the WiFi Network Name • Turn Off the SSID Broadcast to Create a Hidden Network • Disable or Enable the WiFi Radio •...

  • Page 19: Adjust The Wifi Coverage

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Adjust the WiFi Coverage You can set the extender’s WiFi coverage depending on how large you want your coverage area to be.  To adjust the WiFi coverage: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 20: View Wifi Settings

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays. Select Settings > Wireless > Connected Devices. View WiFi Settings  To view the WiFi settings: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 21: Change The Wifi Network Name

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Change the WiFi Network Name  To change the WiFi network name: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. You are prompted to enter a user name and password.

  • Page 22: Disable Or Enable The Wifi Radio

    N300 WiFi Range Extender  To turn off the SSID broadcast to create a hidden network: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. You are prompted to enter a user name and password.

  • Page 23: Change The Wifi Speed

    N300 WiFi Range Extender You are prompted to enter a user name and password. Enter your email address and password. Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays. Select Settings > Wireless. Select or clear the Enable 2.4 GHz WiFi check box. Click the SAVE button.

  • Page 24: Use Wps To Add A Computer To The Extender's Wifi Network

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Select Settings > Wireless. In the WiFi Speed menu, select a speed. Click the SAVE button. Your settings are saved. Use WPS to Add a Computer to the Extender’s WiFi Network WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) lets you connect a computer or WiFi device to the extender’s network without entering the WiFi network passphrase or key.

  • Page 25: Use Wps With The Push Button Method

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Use WPS with the Push Button Method To use the push button method to connect a WiFi device to the extender’s WiFi network, the WiFi device that you are trying to connect must have a physical button or a software button. ...

  • Page 26: Specify Wps Settings

    N300 WiFi Range Extender  To add a computer or WiFi device to the extender’s WiFi network: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. You are prompted to enter a user name and password.

  • Page 27: Deny Access To A Computer Or Wifi Device

    N300 WiFi Range Extender  To specify WPS settings: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. You are prompted to enter a user name and password. Enter your email address and password.
  • Page 28 N300 WiFi Range Extender  To use WiFi access control to deny access: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. You are prompted to enter a user name and password. Enter your email address and password.

  • Page 29: Set Up An Access Schedule

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Set Up an Access Schedule You can control access to all users during specific periods of the day. You can set up an access schedule that prevents Internet access through the extender network based on the times that you set.

  • Page 30: Set Up The Extender To Use A Static Ip Address

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Set Up the Extender to Use a Static IP Address The extender comes set up to use a dynamic IP address, which is the correct setting for most home networks.  To set up the extender to use a static IP address: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 31: Chapter 4 Maintain And Monitor The Extender

    Maintain and Monitor the Extender This chapter covers the following topics: • Change the Extender User Name and Password • Turn Password Protection Off and On • Recover a Forgotten User Name or Password • Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time •...

  • Page 32: Change The Extender User Name And Password

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Change the Extender User Name and Password You can change the user name and password to log in to the extender.  To add an extender user: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 33: Turn Password Protection Off And On

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Turn Password Protection Off and On NETGEAR recommends that you leave password protection on to help keep your network secure. You can turn password protection off and on.  To turn password protection off and on: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 34: Automatically Adjust For Daylight Saving Time

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time  To set up the extender to automatically adjust for daylight saving time: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net.

  • Page 35: Back Up And Manage The Extender Configuration

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Back Up and Manage the Extender Configuration When the extender works correctly after initial setup, NETGEAR recommends that you back up the extender configuration settings. After you back up the settings, if you change the extender configuration settings but are not content with the new settings, you can restore the extender configuration to the backed-up settings.
  • Page 36 N300 WiFi Range Extender  To restore the extender configuration settings: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. You are prompted to enter a user name and password. Enter your email address and password.

  • Page 37: Return The Extender To Its Factory Default Settings

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings Under some circumstances (for example, if you lose track of the changes that you made to the extender settings), you might want to erase the configuration and reset the extender to factory default settings.

  • Page 38: Log In And Reset The Extender To Factory Settings

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Log In and Reset the Extender to Factory Settings CAUTION: This process erases any settings that you configured in the extender.  To log in to the extender and reset the extender to factory default settings: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 39: Update The Firmware

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Update the Firmware Unless you changed the settings in the Firmware Update screen previously, the extender is set up to check for new firmware automatically at login.  To check manually for new firmware and, if available, update the firmware: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 40: Restart The Extender Remotely

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Restart the Extender Remotely You can log in to the extender and restart it. When the extender restarts, all computers and WiFi devices that are connected to its WiFi network are automatically disconnected.  To restart the extender remotely: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 41: Chapter 5 Faqs And Troubleshooting

    FAQs and Troubleshooting This chapter covers the following topics: • FAQs • Extend a Network with MAC Filtering or Access Control Lists • Cannot Connect to the Extender • Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message...

  • Page 42: Faqs

    N300 WiFi Range Extender FAQs This section provides answers for difficulties you might experience with the extender. The web browser setup guide keeps asking me for my network password (passphrase) or security key, and I am sure that I entered the correct password. What can I do? The extender is probably placed at the borderline of the range covered by the router or access point.

  • Page 43: Extend A Network With Mac Filtering Or Access Control Lists

    N300 WiFi Range Extender My router security is WEP, and I entered the wrong passphrase or security key on the extender. I cannot access the extender anymore. What can I do? The extender cannot check to see if the WEP passphrase is correct. If you entered the wrong passphrase, your wireless device is not able to get the IP address from the extender.
  • Page 44 N300 WiFi Range Extender The Wireless screen displays. Scroll down and select Connected Devices. The Connected Devices section displays the MAC addresses and virtual MAC addresses for computers and WiFi devices that are connected to the extender network. On the router, add all of the virtual MAC addresses from your extender to your router’s MAC filter table.
  • Page 45 N300 WiFi Range Extender Hexadecimal Values Binary Numbers 1110 1111 b. Toggle the second-to-last digit of the binary code to 1 or 0. If the second-to-last digit is 1, toggle it to 0. If the second-to-last digit is 0, toggle it to 1.

  • Page 46: Cannot Connect To The Extender

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Cannot Connect to the Extender If you cannot connect to the extender, determine what prevents you from connecting: • If you forgot your user name or password, click the Username & Password Help link. For more information, see FAQs on page 42.

  • Page 47: Appendix A Factory Settings And Technical Specifications

    Factory Settings and Technical Specifications This appendix covers the following topics: • Factory Default Settings • Technical and Environmental Specifications...

  • Page 48: Factory Default Settings

    N300 WiFi Range Extender Factory Default Settings To reset the extender to factory default settings, you can use either the Factory Reset button on the side panel or you can log in to the extender and use its ERASE feature. For more information, see Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings on page 37.

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