Amped Wireless TAP-EX3 Setup Manual

SETUP GUIDE

HIGH POWER TOUCH SCREEN
AC1750 WI-FI RANGE EXTENDER
LCD Screen:
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Stylus:
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3 Antenna
Connector:
4 USB Port:
5 Power Switch:
6 Stand/Cable
Organizer:
7 Power (PWR):
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Wired Ports:
9 Reset:
Find an Optimal Setup Location Between your Wireless Router
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and your Wireless Dead Zone
Wi-Fi Router
Home/Office Network
IMPORTANT:
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Power on the Range Extender
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c
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Welcome to the Dashboard

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Scan for a 2.4GHz Home Network to Extend
The Range Extender can extend a single 2.4GHz network, a single 5GHz network or both (2.4GHz
and 5GHz) simultaneously. The wizard will walk you through the setup of the 2.4GHz network first,
and then the 5GHz network.
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Home Network Security Settings (if necessary)
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Scan for a 5GHz Home Network to Extend
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Home Network Security Settings (if necessary)
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Configure Settings for your Extended Network
The Range Extender features both a 2.4GHz and a 5GHz Extended Network. The wizard will walk
you through the setup of your 2.4GHz extended network first, and then the 5GHz extended network.
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Setup Summary

Getting to Know the Range Extender
4" LCD touch screen. Displays the user interface for
configuring the Range Extender.
Input tool that assists in navigating the LCD
touch screen menu.
RJ-SMA antenna connector. Compatible with
antennas that have RP-SMA connectors.
USB 2.0 Port used to attach USB storage devices, such as
a USB flash drive or external hard drive, for file sharing.
Turn the Range Extender on or off.
Attach and fasten to the mounting holes on the
back of the Range Extender.
Power adapter port. DC 12V, 2A.
RJ-45 Gigabit ports for connecting wired computers or network devices.
Button used to reset device. Push down once to reboot,
hold down for 5-10 seconds to reset to factory default settings.
Setting Up Your Range Extender
Wi-Fi Range Extender
RECOMMENDED PLACE THE RANGE EXTENDER IN A LOCATION
SIGNAL STRENGTH
WHERE IT CAN 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.
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Attach the included antenna and product stand.
Attach the Power Adapter to the Range Extender's
b
port and plug it into an available power
PWR
outlet.
(On the right panel, make sure the Power switch is
ON.)
The Amped Wireless logo will appear as the unit
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boots up, then the Dashboard screen will appear.
This process may take up to 2 minutes.
Included product stand doubles as a cable organizer.
The Dashboard will provide you with the current status
of the Range Extender.
Tap Scan to find available networks to extend.
Note: The Setup Guide will refer to the existing network that you wish to extend
as the Home Network. The new, expanded network will be referred to as your
Extended Network.
Select the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network that you wish to extend.
If you wish to only extend a 5GHz network and not a
2.4GHz network, tap Skip to move on to the 5GHz
network selection (Section 6).
Otherwise, tap Next
Recommended Signal
Select the Wi-Fi network with a signal
>70%
strength greater than 70% for the most
reliable connection.
Poor signal connections may cause slow speeds or
dropped connections. If you do not see your desired
wireless network, move the Range Extender closer to
the router and scan again as it may be out of range.
If your 2.4GHz Home Network has security enabled, you
will need to enter the key here.
Tap Next to continue.
Select the 5GHz Wi-Fi network that you wish to extend.
If you have already selected a 2.4GHz network and do not
wish to select a 5GHz network, tap Skip to continue.
Otherwise, tap Next
Recommended Signal
Select the Wi-Fi network with a signal
>70%
strength greater than 70% for the most
reliable connection.
Poor signal connections may cause slow speeds or
dropped connections. If you do not see your desired
wireless network, move the Range Extender closer to
the router and scan again as it may be out of range.
If your 5GHz Home Network has security enabled, you
will need to enter the key here.
Tap Next to continue.
The default ID of your 2.4GHz Extended Network is:
Amped_TAPEX3_2.4
If you choose to Clone Settings
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.
Tap Next to apply the settings. Repeat these steps for
your 5GHz Extended Network.
The default ID of your 5GHz Extended Network is:
Amped_TAPEX3_5.0
If you choose to Clone Settings
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.
Tap Next to apply the settings.
The Setup Wizard will apply your settings. Please be
patient. If there are any problems with the connection,
a prompt will appear letting you know what to fix.
At this point you can connect your Wi-Fi devices to
your Extended Network using the Wi-Fi network name
and password on the screen.
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.
You may also attach any wired network devices to the
wired ports on the side of the Range Extender.
If you experience any problems during this process, please
contact Amped Wireless Elite Support:
Phone: 888-573-8820
Email: techsupport@ampedwireless.com
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support
GOT QUESTIONS?
Phone: 888-573-8820 or 909-217-3168
Email: techsupport@ampedwireless.com
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support
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Stylus
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Dead Zone
to continue.
to continue.
from your Home Network,
from your Home Network,
or 909-217-3168
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