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Summary of Contents for ActionTec WCB5000
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Page 1: User Guide
802.11ac MoCA 2.0 Wireless Ethernet Bridge Model # WCB5000 User Guide 0535-00xx-000 rev. 1... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction Features Getting to Know the Extender Front Panel Back Panel Installing the Extender Syncing Wi-Fi Connecting the Extender Accessing the Extender’s GUI Status Wireless Setup Advanced Setup... - Page 3 WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender Specifications Notices Warranty Important Safety Instructions FCC Class B Equipment Important Note on WiFi...
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Page 4: Introduction
Introduction The Actiontec WCB5000 is a wireless network extender with dual concurrent radios supporting both 2.4GHz and 5GHz operation in 802.11 a/b/g/n, and also 5GHz in 802.11ac. This allows the Extender to connect to everything from legacy wireless laptops, computers, and gaming platforms, up to the most current (and future) Apple and Android tablets, laptops, media platforms, and smartphones. -
Page 5: Features
WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender Features • 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual concurrent 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi radios • 5GHz 802.11ac WiFi radio • Four Gigabit Ethernet ports • One coaxial port (MoCA 2.0) • Integrated wireless networking with 2x2 802.11n and 2x2 802.11ac access point •... -
Page 6: Getting To Know The Extender
Getting to Know the Extender This chapter describes the location and uses of the Extender’s LEDs, ports, and buttons. Front Panel The front panel features LEDs that illuminate green when power, available ports, and/or wireless bands are functioning and in use. Power 5GHz radio 2.4GHz radio... -
Page 7: Back Panel
WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender Back Panel • Power port: used to connect the power adapter (external, 12V DC, 1.5A, made by Ktec, model #KSASB0241200150HU) to the Extender. • Reset button: restores the Extender back to the original factory default settings when held down for at least 10 seconds. -
Page 8: Installing The Extender
Installing the Extender There are two parts to installing an Extender: syncing the Wi-Fi settings, and placing and connecting the Extender. Syncing Wi-Fi To sync the Extender with the gateway/modem’s Wi-Fi settings: 1. Place the Extender next to the gateway/modem. 2. -
Page 9: Connecting The Extender
WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender Connecting the Extender Now that the Extender is synced with the gateway/modem’s wireless network, it can be connected to the gateway/modem’s MoCA network and placed in another area or room of the home/office. To do this: 1. - Page 10 Installing the Extender 6. Wait until the Coax and Wireless LEDs on the front panel of the Extender glow green. This may take a few minutes. The Extender is now synced, installed, and extending the gateway/ modem’s wireless network in a previously weak area. Using a Coaxial Splitter If another device is using the coaxial outlet needed from step 3 in the previous procedure, perform the following steps:...
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Page 11: Accessing The Extender's Gui
Accessing the Extender’s GUI The Extender features an onboard graphical user interface (GUI) that includes user-configurable settings. Some of these settings should be accessed by experienced network technicians only. To configure the network settings of the Extender: 1. Ensure that the Extender is connected to a gateway/modem’s MoCA coaxial network, and that both devices are powered on. - Page 12 Accessing the Extender’s GUI 6. The Extender’s Status screen appears. Enter the Extender’s Username and Password (found on the label located on the back panel of the Extender), in the User Name and Password text boxes in the upper right corner of the Status screen.
- Page 13 WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender The Extender’s GUI’s Status screen appears, as shown below:...
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Page 14: Status
Accessing the Extender’s GUI Status The first GUI screen that appears is the Status screen, which can also be generated by clicking the Status icon in the menu bar. This screen contains basic information about the Extender’s wireless status, network stations, and product information about the Extender. -
Page 15: Wireless Setup
WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender Wireless Setup Clicking the Wireless Setup icon from the menu bar of any of the Extender’s GUI screens generates the Wireless Network List screen. Additional wireless settings can be accessed from the menu on the left side. -
Page 16: Basic Setup
Accessing the Extender’s GUI Basic Setup The Basic Setup wireless network screen contains various settings regarding the Extender’s wireless network. When finished adjusting the settings in this screen, click Apply. Multiple SSID This option allows the user to setup different SSIDs (wireless networks) with different parameters. - Page 17 WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender wireless network list). Select Enable or Disable by clicking in the appropriate radio button. Wireless Band This option allows the user to select the bandwidth at which the Extender’s wireless radio will operate. Wireless Network Name Enter the name of the wireless network in this text box.
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Page 18: Wireless Security
Accessing the Extender’s GUI Wireless Security The Wireless Security screen allows the user to apply wireless security to the Extender’s wireless network. This screen should be accessed by experienced network technicians only. - Page 19 WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender The WPS screen allows the Extender to accept wireless clients via Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), an automatic wireless network connection protocol. Only experienced network technicians should configure the settings in this screen.
- Page 20 Accessing the Extender’s GUI Advanced Wireless Setup The Advanced Wireless Setup screen allows the Extender to be configured with multiple SSIDs. Wireless Access Control The Wireless Access Control screen contains a number of advanced settings regarding the Extender’s wireless network. Only experienced network technicians should configure these settings.
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Page 21: Advanced Setup
WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender Advanced Setup Clicking the Advanced Setup icon from any of the Extender’s GUI screens generates the Management screen, along with other advanced settings accessed through the menu on the left side. These settings configure various administrative aspects of the Extender and its GUI. They should be adjusted by an experienced network technicians only. - Page 22 Accessing the Extender’s GUI Factory Default The Factory Default advanced setup screen allows the Extender’s factory default settings to be reapplied, erasing all current settings. Click Restore Default Settings to restore the Extender to its factory default state. Factory Default The Firmware Upgrade advanced setup screen allows the Extender’s firmware to be upgraded.
- Page 23 WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender Language The Language advanced setting screen allows the user to apply another language to the Extender’s GUI. Select the language from the Language drop-down menu, then click Apply.
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Page 24: Specifications
Specifications Model Number WCB5000 Wireless Wi-Fi (a, b, g, n, ac) WPA, WPA2 Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac IEEE standard 5GHz/2.4GHz LAN Connections Ethernet ports (4): 10/100/1000 Coaxial port (1): MoCA 2.0 LED Indicators Power, WiFi 2.4 GHz, WiFi 5 GHz, LAN, Coax, WPS Antennas : internal 2.4 GHz ... - Page 25 WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender Power External, 12V DC, 1.5A, made by Ktec, model #KSASB0241200150HU Regulatory FCC part 15B and 15C, UL Environmental Operating temperature - 0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF) Storage temperature - 0ºC to 70ºC (32ºF to 158ºF)
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Page 26: Notices
To the extent that this Limited Warranty Statement is inconsistent with local law, this Statement shall be deemed modified to be consistent with such local law. Under such local law, certain disclaimers and limitations of this Warranty Statement may not apply to the customer. Go to http://www.actiontec.com/products/warranty.php for more information. -
Page 27: Important Safety Instructions
WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender Important Safety Instructions This device is restricted to indoor operations only. Basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and personal injury, including the following: • Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, or swimming pool, or in a wet basement;... -
Page 28: Fcc Class B Equipment
Consult the dealer or an experience radio or television technician for help. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Actiontec Electronics, Inc., may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. -
Page 29: Important Note On Wifi
WCB5000 Wireless Network Extender Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference;...