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User Guide AC1900 WiFi Range Extender ME50G REV1.0.0 1910080083...
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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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5250 MHz -5350 MHz (23dBm) 5470 MHz -5725 MHz (30dBm) 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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The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at https://www.mercusys.com/support/ukca/ National Restrictions Attention: This device may only be used indoors in Great Britain. Korea Warning Statements 당해 무선설비는 운용중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음 . NCC Notice 注意! 取得審驗證明之低功率射頻器材,非經核准,公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變 更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。 低功率射頻器材之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有干擾現象時,...
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限用物質含有情況標示聲明書 設備名稱:AC1900 WiFi Range Extender 型號(型式):ME50G Equipment name Type designation (Type) 限用物質及其化學符號 Restricted substances and its chemical symbols 單元 六價鉻 多溴聯苯 多溴二苯醚 Unit 鉛 汞 鎘 Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated Lead Mercury Cadmium chromium biphenyls diphenyl ethers (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (PBB) (PBDE) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 外殼 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
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Ǵ This product uses radios and other components that emit electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetic fields and magnets may interfere with pacemakers and other implanted medical devices. Always keep the product and its power adapter more than 15 cm (6 inches) away from any pacemakers or other implanted medical devices. If you suspect your product is interfering with your pacemaker or any other implanted medical device, turn off your product and consult your physician for information specific to your medical device.
Chapter 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet ........... 04 2.1 Method 1: Via a Web Browser ..................04 2.2 Method 2: Via WPS ......................08 2.3 Method 3: Via MERCUSYS App ..................09 Chapter 3 Customize Your Network ..............11 3.1 Check Internet Status ....................11 3.2 Configure Wireless Network ..................
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 Item Explanation Item Description Press and hold this button for more than 5 seconds until the Signal RESET/WPS LED turns off to reset the extender. Button Press for 1 second to use the WPS function. Connect your Ethernet-only device (such as a Blu-ray player, game Ethernet console, DVR, or smart TV) to the Ethernet port of the extender to Port...
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 Smartphone Tablet Laptop Smart TV Game Console Desktop 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 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet Method 3: Via MERCUSYS App 1. Scan the QR code to download the MERCUSYS app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. 2. Launch the app and log in with your MERCUSYS ID.
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Chapter 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet 4. Enjoy! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the internet. Smartphone Tablet Laptop Smart TV Game Console Desktop...
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 Use Your Extender as an Access Point Chapter 4 Use Your Extender as an Access Point The extender can work as an access point, transforming your existing wired network to a wireless one. Internet Ethernet1Ethernet2 Ethernet3 Ethernet4 Ethernet Internet Ethernet4 Wired Router Extender Devices...
Chapter 4 Use Your Extender as an Access Point 2 ) Confirm the information and click FINISH. 6. Connect the extender to your modem or wired router via an Ethernet cable. Now you can enjoy Wi-Fi. Connect Wireless Devices to the Extender Method 1: Connect to the extender manually You can connect your wireless devices to the extender by using the extender’s wireless network names and passwords.
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Chapter 4 Use Your Extender as an Access Point 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.
Chapter 4 Use Your Extender as an Access Point • Push AP’s WPS button: Press the AP’s WPS button, then enable WPS on your device within 2 minutes. LED Explanation for the Access Point Mode When the extender works in the Access Point mode, you can check its working status by following the LED Explanation table below.
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 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 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 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. 1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender. 2.
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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