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Arris SurfBoard SBR-AC3200P Quick Start Manual
Arris SurfBoard SBR-AC3200P Quick Start Manual

Arris SurfBoard SBR-AC3200P Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 QUIC K START G UI DE Wi-Fi Router with...
  • Page 2 What’s in the Box...
  • Page 3 QUI CK STA RT GU I D E Wi-Fi Router with A: SBR-AC3200P Wi-Fi Router B: Power Cable C: Ethernet Cable D: Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 4 Front Panel Primary LED...
  • Page 5 Rear Panel LED Status Indicators...
  • Page 6 The SBR-AC 32 00P is more than just a Wi-Fi Router. It is the start of a new home network experience. You can set it up as a stand-alone Router. And with the optional RipCurrent Extenders, you can set up a high-speed whole-home Wi-Fi network that uses your existing AC electrical wiring and outlets.
  • Page 7 Introduction Set Up Your Router Add RipCurrent Wired or Wi-Fi Extenders Personalize Your Network Connect Devices to Your Wi-Fi Network Troubleshooting...
  • Page 8: Set Up Your Router

    Set Up Your Router...
  • Page 10 Reset your Internet modem by unplugging its power supply, waiting 30 seconds, and then plugging it back in. It will take a few moments for it to re-register with your service provider.
  • Page 11 Connect the SBR-AC 32 00P to an electrical outlet. The front LED will flash green.
  • Page 12 Connect the included Ethernet cable between the blue WAN port on the Router and an Ethernet port on your Internet modem. The front LED will turn solid green, indicating that the Router has connected to the Internet. This may take 2-3 minutes to complete.
  • Page 13 After the Wi-Fi LED on the back panel turns green, verify Router connectivity by accessing the Internet. Connect to the Router with a PC or other device using the SSID and passcode found on the bottom of the Router. You can also connect with an Ethernet cable (not provided).
  • Page 14 Wired or Wi-Fi Extenders (sold separately)
  • Page 16 Plug in your RipCurrent Extender, into an AC outlet close to the SBR-AC 32 00P Router. If you have more than one Extender to install, finish installing one before you move on to the next one. SBX-AC1200P SBX-1000P Wi-Fi Extender Wired Extender...
  • Page 17 The RipCurrent network will connect automatically in a non-encrypted mode, indicated by a red status LED (located on the back of your Router or the side of your Extender). This may take 2-3 minutes to complete.
  • Page 18 Relocate the Extender to the room where you want to extend your network. Use the SBX-AC1200P Wi-Fi Extender anywhere you need to improve the Wi-Fi signal. The LAN port can be used to connect an Ethernet device such as a TV or gaming console to the network.
  • Page 19 Use the SBX-1000P Wired Extender anywhere you need to connect an Ethernet device such as a TV or gaming console to the network.
  • Page 20 Check your RipCurrent signal strength. Rear panel LEDs on the Router and on the side of RipCurrent Extenders will indicate the signal strength. = Fair signal Amber = Good signal Green = Excellent signal...
  • Page 21 If the LED is red or amber, consider adjusting the location to find a better signal. Once you’re satisfied with the connection quality, you can begin installing the next Extender, if you have more than one to install.
  • Page 22: Personalize Your Network

    Personalize Your Network...
  • Page 24 Manage your SBR-AC3200P by opening a browser (such as Internet Explorer, Chrome, etc.) and access http://mysurfboard.local. The default credentials are case sensitive. Log in: admin Password: password...
  • Page 25 Change your Web Manager password, found under the Status Tab Security settings.
  • Page 26 Change your SSID name and passphrase, found under the Primary Network Settings.
  • Page 27 To encrypt your RipCurrent network and adjust other advanced Router settings, see the SBR-AC3200P User Guide at the ARRIS Support website, www.SURFboard.com/Support/SBR-AC3200P.
  • Page 28: Connect Devices To Your Wi-Fi Network

    Connect Devices to Your Wi-Fi Network...
  • Page 30 On the device that you want to connect to your open network, the software utility that manages your Wi-Fi connections.
  • Page 31 Select the Wi Fi network that you set up when you personalized your Wi-Fi network. Enter the password that you set up when you personalized your network. The device should connect to your Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...
  • Page 34 No Internet Connection...
  • Page 35 Check the status of your Internet modem and the connecting Ethernet cable.
  • Page 36 No Wireless Connectivity...
  • Page 37 Is the LED status indicator on the front panel amber? If so, press the standby button to activate wireless capabilities. Access the Web Manager for more information on your wireless network.
  • Page 39 Enterprises LLC. (“ARRIS”). ARRIS reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of ARRIS to provide notification of such revision or change. ARRIS and the ARRIS logo are all trademarks of ARRIS Enterprises LLC.
  • Page 40 For additional assistance with your SURFboard Router, www.arris.com/selfhelp ARRIS is here to help. Visit for self help, FAQs, product manuals, and live chat with support staff. Send us an e-mail via our consumer web site or give a call to 1-877-466-8646.