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User Guide AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender ME30 REV1.0.0 1910080058...
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Specifications are subject to change without notice. is a registered trademark of MERCUSYS TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from MERCUSYS TECHNOLOGIES CO., LIMITED.
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2400 MHz -2483.5 MHz (20dBm) 5150 MHz -5250 MHz(23dBm) EU Declaration of Conformity MERCUSYS hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863. The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.mercusys.com/en/ce.
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Продукт сертифіковано згідно с правилами системи УкрСЕПРО на відповідність вимогам нормативних документів та вимогам, що передбачені чинними законодавчими актами України. Safety Information Ǵ Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments. Ǵ Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
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Fuse is used in neutral N RECYCLING This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment.
More Info Specifications and the latest software can be found at the product page at the official website http://www.mercusys.com. The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the router.
Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction Product Overview The range extender connects to your router wirelessly, strengthening its signal and expanding its coverage into areas that could not otherwise be reached. Multicolor LED helps you find the right location for your range extender for the best Wi-Fi extension.
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Chapter 1 Introduction 1.2.2 Button Explanation Button Description Press and hold this button for more than 5 seconds until the Signal LED turns off to reset the extender. RESET/WPS Press for 1 second to use the WPS function.
Chapter 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet Chapter 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet This chapter introduces how to boost your host wireless coverage. Please follow the step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection. Power On Plug the extender into a power outlet near your router, and the Signal LED turns solid red.
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Chapter 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet 3) The extender will scan and display all available 2.4 GHz networks. Select your router's 2.4 GHz host network and enter the password to connect.
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Chapter 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet Note: If the network you want to extend is on but not listed, please try the following steps. • Move the extender closer to your router, and click Rescan. • Click Other... to manually enter the SSID (network name) and password of the network you want to extend. 4) Select your router's 5 GHz host network and enter the password to connect.
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Chapter 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet 7) Follow web instructions to relocate the extender. Done! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the internet.
Chapter 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet Method 2: Via WPS 1. Press the WPS button on your router. 2. Within two minutes, press the RESET/WPS button on your extender for 1 second. The Signal LED should change from flashing to solid green or orange, indicating a successful WPS connection.
Chapter 3 Customize Your Network Chapter 3 Customize Your Network This chapter guides you on how to configure network settings that are available for this extender. Check Internet Status You can view the internet status of your extender to check whether you have successfully set up the extended network(s).
Chapter 3 Customize Your Network Click the icon of the Internet/Router/Range Extender/Clients to view corresponding information. Configure Wireless Network If you want to extend another host network after Quick Setup, you can refer to this section. Moreover, you can change the wireless settings for your extended networks.
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Chapter 3 Customize Your Network · You can manually enter the SSID (network name) and password of the network you want to extend, and click SAVE. 4. Once a host network is selected, the SSID and security type will be automatically filled in.
Chapter 3 Customize Your Network • To hide the SSID of the extended network: 1. Go to Wireless > Extended Network. 2. Select Hide SSID broadcast, and the corresponding SSID will not be displayed when wireless devices scan for local wireless networks. You need to manually enter the SSID to join the network.
Chapter 3 Customize Your Network Specify DHCP Server Settings By default, the DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server is auto and the extender acts as a DHCP server and dynamically assigns TCP/IP parameters to client devices from the IP Address Pool when the router’s DHCP server is disabled. You can change the settings of the DHCP Server if necessary.
Chapter 3 Customize Your Network to first make sure all your wireless devices support 5GHz network connection. 1. Visit http://mwlogin.net and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > High Speed. 3.
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Chapter 3 Customize Your Network 1. Visit http://mwlogin.net and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Access Control. 3. Enable Access Control. • To block specific device(s): Note: Devices connected to the extender via an Ethernet cable cannot be blocked. 1.
Chapter 3 Customize Your Network 2. Select from the Device List or add devices manually in the Add Devices table. Enter the Device Name and MAC Address if you add devices manually. 3. Click ADD and the selected device(s) will be added to the whitelist. Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage You can set the extender’s Wi-Fi coverage depending on how large you want your Wi-Fi area to be.
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Chapter 3 Customize Your Network 2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Wi-Fi Coverage. 3. Select your desired Wi-Fi coverage level for the extender. 4. Click SAVE.
Chapter 4 More Features of the Extender Chapter 4 More Features of the Extender This chapter explains how to use the extender as a wireless adapter and as an access point. Use Your Extender as a Wireless Adapter The extender can be used as a wireless adapter to connect any wired-only device, such as a Blu-ray player, game console, DVR, or smart TV, to your wireless network.
Chapter 4 More Features of the Extender Note: The default SSID (network name) is printed on the product label at the back of the extender. 4. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 5. Go to Settings > Quick Setup to configure your extender. 1 ) Customize your wireless SSID and password and click NEXT.
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Chapter 4 More Features of the Extender Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, and most USB network cards, can be connected to your extender through this method (not supported by iOS devices). 1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2.
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Chapter 4 More Features of the Extender • Push AP’s WPS button: Press the AP’s WPS button, then enable WPS on your device within 2 minutes.
Chapter 5 Manage the Extender Chapter 5 Manage the Extender This chapter presents how to manage and maintain your extender. Set System Time The System Time of the extender will be used for time-based function such as the Power Schedule function. If you have enabled the Daylight Saving Time feature, the system time will be synchronized with the daylight saving time you configure.
Chapter 5 Manage the Extender 2. Select the Start and End date and time of the daylight saving time at your local time zone. 3. Click SAVE. Control the LED The LED of the extender indicates its activities and status. You can turn off the LED when you don’t need it.
Chapter 5 Manage the Extender Set Power Schedule The Power Schedule feature allows you to specify a time period during which the extender is off. 1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Power Schedule. •...
Upgrade the Firmware You can download the latest firmware file from the Support page at our website www.mercusys.com and upgrade the extender to the latest firmware version. Note: • Make sure the latest firmware file is matched with the hardware version.
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Chapter 5 Manage the Extender 1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Backup & Restore. • To back up configuration settings: Click BACK UP to save a copy of the current settings to your local computer. A ‘.bin’ file of the current settings will be stored on your computer.
Chapter 5 Manage the Extender 2. Wait a few minutes for the reset and reboot. Note: 1. During the reset process, do not power off or reset the extender. 2. We strongly recommend you back up the current configuration settings before resetting the extender. Reboot the Extender You can reboot your extender to clear cache and enhance running performance if needed.
Chapter 5 Manage the Extender 3. Enter the old password. Then enter the new password twice (case-sensitive) and click SAVE. 4. Use the new password for future logins. Check System Log If the extender is not working properly, you can save the system log and send it to our technical support team.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) Q1. How to restore my extender’s configuration to its factory default settings? Ǵ Option 1: With the extender powered on, press and hold the RESET/WPS button for more than 5 seconds until the Signal LED turns off, then release the button. Ǵ...
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