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QUI CK STA RT GU I D E Wi‑Fi Extender with A: SBX‑1000P Wired Extender B: Ethernet Cable C: Quick Start Guide...
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Ethernet devices or ‑‑ with the RipCurrent Wi‑Fi Extender (sold separately) ‑‑ create a RipCurrent network to connect to your existing network equipment. Compatible ARRIS products include the SBR‑AC3200P, SBR ‑AC1900P, or SBR‑AC1200P Wi‑Fi Routers, the SBX‑AC1200P Wi‑Fi Extender, or another SBX‑1000P.
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For Internet connections, you must have a cable, DSL, or satellite Internet Service Provider (ISP) service connection to the Internet. For a video guide to setting up your extender, visit youtu.be/ARfv2aUypLI.
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This section describes how to set up a new RipCurrent network. If you already have a RipCurrent product, go to Add RipCurrent Extenders to an Existing RipCurrent Network on page 20. To create a RipCurrent network so that you can connect to your existing network equipment, you must have an SBX‑AC1200P RipCurrent Wi‑Fi Extender (sold separately) in addition to this SBX‑1000P RipCurrent...
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Plug the SBX‑1000P Wired Extender into an AC Outlet near your main router. Attach an Ethernet cable between the Wired Extender and one of the Ethernet ports on the router. Plug the SBX‑AC1200P Wi‑Fi Extender into an AC outlet near your main router. The RipCurrent network connects automatically in non‑encrypted mode (indicated by a red status LED on the...
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Plug the SBX‑AC1200P Wi‑Fi Extender into an AC outlet near your main router. The RipCurrent network connects automatically in non‑encrypted mode (indicated by a red status LED on the side of your Extender). AC wiring in the home SBX‑AC1200P SBX‑1000P Wi‑Fi Extender Wired Extender...
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Check the RipCurrent Link Quality LED on the side of your SBX‑AC1200P Wi‑Fi Extender to determine the signal strength. = Fair signal Amber = Good signal Green = Excellent signal If the LED is red or amber, consider adjusting the location to find a better signal.
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Change the RipCurrent Network Extenders to match your current Wi‑Fi network name and password by using an Ethernet cable to connect the port on the SBX‑AC1200P to a laptop computer.
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Access the Web Manager of the SBX‑AC1200P. Set up a static IP address on your connected device. Refer to the SBX‑AC1200P User Guide or the user guide for your device for more details. Use 192.168.100.253 for the static IP address. Open a browser and navigate to http://192.168.100.254 Log into the Web Manager...
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Use the Quick Start Wizard to set up your Wi‑Fi network name and passkey, as well as to change your Web Manager log in credentials (highly recommended). To encrypt your RipCurrent network and adjust other advanced settings, see the SBX‑1000P User Guide at the ARRIS Support website, www.SURFboard.com/Support/SBX-1000P.
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Extenders to an Existing Network (sold separately)
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This section describes how to add RipCurrent Extenders to an existing RipCurrent network. If you need to create a new RipCurrent network, go to Create a RipCurrent Network on page 10. Plug in your RipCurrent Extender, into an AC outlet close to the RipCurrent Wi‑Fi Router.
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Relocate the Extender to the room where you want to connect an Ethernet device. Use the SBX‑1000P Wired Extender anywhere you need to connect an Ethernet device such as a TV or gaming console to the network.
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Check your RipCurrent signal strength. Rear panel LEDs on the Router and on RipCurrent Extenders will indicate the signal strength. = Fair signal Amber = Good signal Green = Excellent signal If the LED is red or amber, consider adjusting the location to find a better signal.
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Check the status of your Internet modem and the connecting Ethernet cable.
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For additional assistance with your SURFboard Extender, ARRIS is here to help. www.arris.com/selfhelp 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.
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