Amped Wireless RE1750A Setup Manual

SETUP GUIDE
HIGH POWER AC1750 WI-FI RANGE EXTENDER
Find an Optimal Setup Location Between your Wireless Router and
1
your Wireless Dead Zone
RECOMMENDED
SIGNAL STRENGTH
>70%
2.4GHz and 5GHz
(if available)
IMPORTANT:
2
Attach the Antennas to the Range Extender
3
Connect your Computer or Tablet to the Range Extender
Attach the Power Adapter to the Range Extender's
a
Connect to the Range Extender's Wi-Fi network: Connect to the Range Extender's Wi-Fi network: Amped_RE1750A_2.4 or Amped_RE1750A_5.0
b
(See back for operating system specific instructions.) (See back for operating system specific instructions.)
Attention Windows Users:
A prompt may appear asking: "Do you want to set up your network?"
If so, select "Connect to the network without setting it up" or
"No, just connect".
4
Open your Web Browser
Enter the setup web address into your browser:
http://setup.ampedwireless.com
If the URL fails to open, then try: http://192.168.1.240
Recommended browsers: Google Chrome, Safari or Internet Explorer (8.0 and up). Do not use Firefox.
ACCESSING THE WEB MENU DOES NOT REQUIRE INTERNET ACCESS. THE MENU IS SERVED FROM THE RANGE EXTENDER.
a) Disconnect your PC from all Wi-Fi networks.
a
b) Attach an Ethernet cable between the PC and the Range Extender. b
c) Open your web browser and go to http://setup.ampedwireless.com again.
c
5

Welcome to the Dashboard

6

Scan for a Home Network to Extend

7
Home Network Security Settings (if necessary)
8
Configure Settings for your Extended Networks
Amped_RE1750A_5.0
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Connect to the New Extended Network

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Setup Summary

If you haven't already positioned your Range Extender in an optimal location, you may do so now.
All Range Extender settings are saved and can be safely powered off for relocation.
READ FIRST
Wi-Fi Router
Internet
Home/Office Network
RECOMMENDED
PLACE THE RANGE EXTENDER IN A LOCATION WHERE IT CAN
SIGNAL STRENGTH
RECEIVE A STRONG SIGNAL FROM YOUR WIRELESS ROUTER
>70%
This can be done before or after setup is complete. The Range Extender will save your settings.
2.4GHz and 5GHz
(if available)
If you are connecting to a dual band router, both 2.4GHz and 5GHz connections should be greater than 70%.
NOTE: IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS ACCESSING THE WEB MENU
IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS ACCESSING THE WEB MENU...
Amped_RE1750A_2.4
Dead Zone
Attach the three included Antennas to the connectors
on the back of the Range Extender.
b
a
port and an available power outlet.
PWR
Amped_RE1750A_2.4 Amped_RE1750A_5.0
The Dashboard will provide you with the current
status of the Range Extender.
Click Scan
Highlight and select the wireless network(s)
that you wish to repeat. If you have a dual band
router, select BOTH the 2.4GHz and 5GHz
network names.
>70%
Poor signal connections may cause slow speeds or
dropped connections.
Click Next
If you do not see your desired wireless networks,
move the Range Extender closer to the router and
scan again as it may be out of range.
If your wireless home network(s) has security
enabled, you will need to enter the security key here.
If you selected both a 2.4GHz and a 5GHz network
to repeat, you will need to enter both security keys
here.
If your wireless home network(s) does not have
security enabled, leave the security field blank.
Click Next
The IDs of your Extended Networks are:
Amped_RE1750A_2.4
If you choose to "Clone" the settings from your
Home Network, the wizard will copy the SSID
and security key of your Home Network.
The SSID of the Extended Network will have a
"_RE" at the end of its name. For example:
Home_Network_RE
You can also manually enter a new network ID and
security key. The new security key must be at least 8
characters long.
Click Next
DO NOT LEAVE OR REFRESH THIS PAGE
Allow the countdown to complete and the
wizard will automatically redirect you to the
next step.
During the countdown process, the Range Extender
will reboot and disconnect the Wi-Fi connection. At
this point, you will need to reconnect your PC or
tablet to the new Extended Network. You may
connect to either the 2.4GHz and 5GHz Extended
Network. Follow the instructions on the screen to
connect.
Once you have connected, click the check box to
confirm. The
complete the setup process.
If there are problems with your configuration, the
setup wizard will inform you to rescan for a network
to extend.
If there are no problems, you will see the Setup
Summary page below.
Congratulations, the Range Extender is now
successfully configured. Your settings are now
saved.
You may also attach any wired network devices
to the wired port on the bottom of the Range
Extender.
If you experience any problems during this process,
please contact Amped Wireless Elite Support:
Phone:
Email:
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support
?
GOT QUESTIONS?
Phone: 888-573-8820 or 909-217-3168
Email: techsupport@ampedwireless.com
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support
RE1750A
Wi-Fi Range Extender
- or -
to find available networks to extend.
Recommended Signal
Select the wireless network with a signal
strength greater than 70% for the most
reliable connection.
to continue.
to continue.
& Amped_RE1750A_5.0
to apply the settings.
Next button will appear allowing you to
888-573-8820
techsupport@ampedwireless.com
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Amped_RE1750A_5.0
v041715