Power Connection Options - NETGEAR WNCE2001 Installation Manual

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Power Connection Options

You can power on your WNCE2001 using either of these methods:
• Connect the WNCE2001 to a wall outlet with the included power adapter.
Power
adapter
• Connect the WNCE2001 to any USB port using the included USB power cable:
USB power
cable
NOTE: Depending on the cable that you received in the
box, you may or may not need a plug converter
to connect the WNCE2001 to the power adapter
or the USB cable. If it is needed, the plug
converter is included in the box.
FAQ
1. Which power connection options should I choose?
Many consumer electronics devices have Ethernet and USB ports in close proximity.
Using the USB power cable option allows you to free up one power outlet that can
be used for something else. Even if the device to which you connect the WNCE2001
does not have a free USB port, as long as there is a free USB port on a neighboring
device within cable length of the WNCE2001, and that device can be turned on
when you use the WNCE2001, you can plug the USB power cable into the
neighboring device. Note that some USB ports on consumer electronic devices may
not be capable or providing the power that the WNCE2001 requires. In such cases,
the WNCE2001 may reset itself or turn itself off. When this happens, please use the
WNCE2001 power adapter when powering up the WNCE2001.
2. When setting up the WNCE2001 without using WPS, does the computer have to be
on DHCP for the installation to work?
Yes.
3. I tried to install without WPS, but when I launched my browser, I got an error page.
What can I do?
Make sure that your Ethernet cable is fully seated between the WNCE2001 and the
computer, and that the WNCE2001 LAN LED is on. If not, re-connect the Ethernet
cable, and re-launch your Internet browser.
4. Why am I getting the error "Connection was not established to the selected
network."?
There are a few reasons for this. First, you may have entered the incorrect network
name or key. Make sure it is typed in correctly by clicking Cancel and re-typing the
name and key. Second, the router may have stopped broadcasting. Make sure the
router that is broadcasting your wireless network is still turned on and there is a clear
line of sight between the WNCE2001 and the router. If possible, move the
WNCE2001 closer to the router and click Try Again. If after repeated attempts to
connect, you are still seeing this message, you may need to upgrade your router to
one that provides greater wireless range, or purchase a Range Extender to extend its
wireless range.
5. What should the LED colors be when the WNCE2001 is set up correctly?
The Power and LAN LEDs should remain solid green. The WLAN LED should remain
solid green or amber.
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6. What should I do if the WLAN LED is red?
The best connection is established when there is a clear line of sight between
the WNCE2001 and the router you are connecting to. Make sure there are no
physical obstacles between the WNCE2001 and the router, and try to move
the WNCE2001 closer to the router.
7. Why is the Power LED solid red?
It is likely that the USB port you are connected to does not provide enough
power for the WNCE2001. Please see Question 1 for more details and
immediately switch the power supply to the included power adapter.
8. How do I change the settings after the WNCE2001 is set up initially?
Follow the instructions in the "Installation without WPS" section. As you enter
http://www.mywifiext.net, you may further configure advanced
settings.
9. My device resets itself intermittently. What should I do?
Please refer to Question 1.
Extender LED Activity
Power LED Activity
OFF
Unit is not powered.
Solid Red
Power source does not provide enough power.
Solid/Blinking Amber
Unit is busy.
Solid Green
Unit is powered on.
LAN LED Activity
ON
Ethernet cable is plugged in.
OFF
No Ethernet cable is attached.
WLAN LED Activity
OFF
No wireless connection.
Red
Connection to router is poor.
Amber
Connection to router is good.
Green
Connection to router is excellent.
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