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NETGEAR XAVN2001 User Manual

Universal wifi extender - powerline edition
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350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
January 2013
202-10998-01
Universal WiFi Extender -
Powerline Edition
(XAVN2001)
User M anua l

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  • Page 1 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) User M anua l 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 January 2013 202-10998-01...
  • Page 2 Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Connect with Innovation are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Information is subject to change without notice. © NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Change the Wireless Settings ........30 Access NETGEAR Web genie ........31 Configure Advanced Wireless Settings .
  • Page 4 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Safety Information ......... . . 44...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter describes your Universal WiFi Extender (XAVN2001) and how your WiFi extender fits into a home network. It also explains the security features and how to secure your Powerline network with a private encryption key. This chapter includes: •...

  • Page 6: Hardware Features

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Hardware Features The package includes a Universal WiFi Extender (XAVN2001) and an Ethernet cable. Ethernet cable Universal WiFi Extender – Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Figure 1. Package contents Power Wireless Powerline LED Security button...

  • Page 7: Led And Feature Descriptions

    • Amber. Power saving mode. If the Ethernet port is inactive for more than 10 minutes, the device enters power saving mode. Power saving mode is disabled by default. • Off. There is no electrical power or the LEDs have been turned off using NETGEAR genie. Powerline LED •...

  • Page 8: How The Wifi Extender Fits Into Your Network

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Ethernet Port The WiFi extender uses an Ethernet port to convert a standard electrical wall outlet into a high-speed wired network connection. You can use the wired network connection to bring Internet connectivity to any device with an Ethernet port, such as a computer, game console, Blu-ray™...
  • Page 9 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) The following illustration shows a Powerline network with one Powerline device in Room 1, a second Powerline device in Room 2, and a WiFi extender (XAVN2001) in Room 3. Room 1 Room 2...

  • Page 10: Set Up The Powerline Network

    You can set up a new Powerline network that includes the WiFi extender or you can add the WiFi extender to an existing Powerline network. Set Up a New Powerline Network Different Powerline models can share the same Powerline network. All NETGEAR Powerline AV products are compatible. First...

  • Page 11: Add The Wifi Extender To An Existing Powerline Network

    To add the WiFi extender to an existing Powerline network:  If you used the Security buttons or NETGEAR genie to secure your Powerline network, press the Factory Reset button for 2 seconds on each Powerline device to return it to its factory default settings.

  • Page 12: Set Up The Wifi Extender Wireless Network

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Set Up the WiFi Extender Wireless Network You can use either NETGEAR genie or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to setup the WiFi extender (XAVN2001) wireless network. • If your router does not have a WPS button or if you are not sure, use Method A.
  • Page 13 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Click the Powerline icon on the Network Map screen. The Powerline Utility screen displays. On the Powerline Utility screen, right-click the XAVN2001 icon. On the pop-up menu that displays, select Wireless configuration. Getting Started...
  • Page 14 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) The following screen displays: Enter the following wireless settings: • Wireless Network Name (SSID) • Wireless Security Type • Passphrase If you want to clone your existing wireless network, enter the same wireless settings that your router or gateway uses.

  • Page 15: Method B: Use Wps For Wireless Setup

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Method B: Use WPS for Wireless Setup If your wireless router or gateway has a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button, you can use this method for wireless setup. The WPS button might be labeled WPS or it could look similar To use the WPS button on your wireless router or gateway to clone your existing ...

  • Page 16: Join The Wifi Extender Wireless Network

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Join the WiFi Extender Wireless Network You can connect your wireless devices (such as a laptop or game console) to your WiFi extender wireless network in one of two ways. • If your wireless computer or device does not have a WPS button or if you are not sure, use Method A.

  • Page 17: Powerline Network Security

    Internet. This concern is especially relevant in settings such as apartment buildings, office buildings, dorm rooms, and other more populated areas. You can use either the Security button on the Powerline device or NETGEAR genie to secure your Powerline network.
  • Page 18 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) CAUTION: Do not press the Security button on the Powerline devices until the Power and Powerline LEDs on each Powerline device are lit solid green. Pressing the Security button too soon can temporarily disable Powerline communication.
  • Page 19 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Note: This process works for only one pair of Powerline devices at a time. If you have more than two Powerline devices, repeat this process for each additional Powerline device to be configured....

  • Page 20: Chapter 2 Using Netgear Genie

    This chapter explains how to install NETGEAR genie and use it to manage your Powerline network. NETGEAR genie works with all Powerline devices. You can use NETGEAR genie to manage a local Powerline device that is connected to your computer with an Ethernet cable and also to manage other Powerline devices on the same network.

  • Page 21: Install Netgear Genie

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Install NETGEAR genie NETGEAR genie allows you to set a private encryption key for your Powerline network and manage devices on your Powerline network. You can manage the Powerline network using any computer that is connected to your Powerline network, wirelessly or through an Ethernet cable.

  • Page 22: The Powerline Utility Screen

     On a computer that is connected to your Powerline network, launch NETGEAR genie. From the NETGEAR genie Home screen, click Network Map on the dashboard or select it from the list of menu items on the left. Using NETGEAR genie...

  • Page 23: Security Icon

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) On the Network Map screen, click the Powerline icon to view all the devices on your Powerline network. The Powerline Utility screen displays. • For management options, right-click the icon of the device that you want to manage.

  • Page 24: View The Link Rate Between Powerline Devices

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) View the Link Rate between Powerline Devices To view the link rate between your Powerline devices:  On the Powerline Utility screen, click the icon of the device whose link rate you want to view.

  • Page 25: Change The Name Of A Powerline Device

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Change the Name of a Powerline Device Powerline devices are identified by their model number and name. NETGEAR genie detects any Powerline devices that are connected to the Powerline network and displays them on the Powerline Utility screen.

  • Page 26: Turn Leds Off Or On

    Powerline network. To protect your Powerline network from unwanted access, you can use NETGEAR genie to set a private encryption key for your Powerline devices. Make sure that all of your Powerline devices use the same encryption key so that they can communicate with each other.
  • Page 27 NETGEAR genie detects. • Device Name. The list of Powerline devices that NETGEAR genie detects after completing a device scan. The device name is listed as un-named by default, but you can change it to a descriptive name, such as Office or Master Bedroom. (See...

  • Page 28: Reset A Device To Factory Default Settings

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Note: If your computer is not connected locally (with an Ethernet cable) to the device that you want to configure, you must enter the device password. The device password is printed on the product label on the back of the device.

  • Page 29: Add A Device To The Powerline Network

    Security Button to Set the Encryption Key on page 17. • You can use NETGEAR genie to add the new device to your network, as described in the following procedure. To add a Powerline device to the Powerline network using NETGEAR genie: ...

  • Page 30: Change The Wireless Settings

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Change the Wireless Settings You can use NETGEAR genie to view the current wireless settings or to change them. To change the wireless settings for your XAVN2001 WiFi extender:  On the Powerline Utility screen, right-click the XAVN2001 icon.

  • Page 31: Access Netgear Web Genie

    Scroll down and click Apply to save your changes. Access NETGEAR Web genie You can use NETGEAR genie to manage basic settings on your Powerline devices. To configure more advanced settings on individual Powerline devices, use NETGEAR web genie.
  • Page 32 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Note: The web genie password is different from the device password and network key printed on the product label. The default web genie user name and password are admin and password. You can change the default password using the web genie.

  • Page 33: Configure Advanced Wireless Settings

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Configure Advanced Wireless Settings You can use NETGEAR web genie to configure the advanced wireless settings of your WiFi extender, including the wireless mode and channel. To configure the advanced wireless settings of your WiFi extender: ...

  • Page 34: Update The Firmware

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Update the Firmware You can use NETGEAR web genie to update the firmware on your WiFi extender. To update your WiFi extender firmware:  Log in to the web genie for your WiFi extender. See Access NETGEAR Web genie page 31.

  • Page 35: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides information to help you diagnose and solve problems that you might encounter. If you do not find the solution here, check the NETGEAR support site at http://support.netgear.com for product and contact information. This chapter includes: •...

  • Page 36: Basic Functioning

    If power is supplied and the LEDs stay off, someone might have used NETGEAR genie to turn off the LEDs. Use NETGEAR genie to check whether the LEDs are turned off. If they are, then use the genie to turn them back on. See Turn LEDs Off or on page 26.
  • Page 37 Wireless LED Is Off If the Wireless LED stays off, use NETGEAR web genie to turn on the wireless radio. The Wireless LED is lit when the wireless radio is turned on. To turn on the wireless radio: ...

  • Page 38: If You Do Not See All Your Devices With The Netgear Genie

    If You Do Not See All Your Devices with the NETGEAR genie If you click the Refresh icon on the NETGEAR genie Powerline Utility screen and you do not see all the devices that you expect, some Powerline devices might be using different encryption keys.
  • Page 39 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Select Configure Firewall Rules from the menu. The following screen displays: Click Add to add a firewall rule. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 40 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) The following screen displays: In the General tab, do the following: a. In the Rule name field, type a name for the firewall rule. b. Select the Allow this traffic radio button. c. Configure the firewall settings as shown or as you prefer.
  • Page 41 The rule appears in the firewall rule list. Make sure that the check box next to the rule is selected and click OK. Restart the computer and launch NETGEAR genie. The Powerline icon should now display on the Network Map screen.

  • Page 42: Appendix A Supplemental Information

    Supplemental Information This appendix provides technical specifications and safety information for the WiFi extender. This appendix includes the following sections: • Technical Specifications • Safety Information...

  • Page 43: Technical Specifications

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Technical Specifications Feature Specification Data and routing protocols IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T), IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-Tx) AC input 100–240V, 0.2A (max.) Power consumption Normal: 4W, Power saving mode: 2W Dimensions 86 x 67 x 40 mm (3.38 x 2.63 x 1.57 in.) Weight 0.168 kg (0.37 lb)

  • Page 44: Safety Information

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) Safety Information Follow these safety guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your system from potential damage. • AC input: 100–240V, 0.25A (max.) • Operating temperature: 0–40 degrees C.
  • Page 45 Notification of Compliance N ETGE A R Wireles s Powerl i n e P ro d uct s Safety Instructions and Precautions WARNING! Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your product from potential damage. To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions.

  • Page 46: Regulatory Compliance Information

    Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) The voltage and current rating of the cable should be greater than the ratings marked on the product. • To help prevent electric shock, plug the system and peripheral power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets.

  • Page 47: Industry Canada

    Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001)) does not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
  • Page 48 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable. NOTE IMPORTANTE: Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations: Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé.
  • Page 49 Ethernet LED described modulation type troubleshooting Ethernet port name, changing for Powerline devices NETGEAR genie Factory Reset button NETGEAR web genie described network key, default troubleshooting...
  • Page 50 Universal WiFi Extender - Powerline Edition (XAVN2001) networks technical support Powerline temperature, operating wireless trademarks troubleshooting LEDs NETGEAR genie On/Off switch Powerline icon Symantec firewall package contents password updating firmware device NETGEAR web genie Pick A Plug feature power consumption...

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