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- Page 1 Easy, Reliable & Secure N300RE WiFi Range Extender User M anua l 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 April 2013 202-11247-01 v1.0...
- Page 2 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, On Networks reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. On Networks does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started Hardware Features..........5 How the Extender Works . -
Page 4: Chapter 1 Getting Started
Getting Started This chapter covers the following topics: • Hardware Features • How the Extender Works • To cable a computer to the extender: • Log In to the Extender • Use EZ Setup after Installation... -
Page 5: Hardware Features
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Hardware Features Note: For best performance, position antennas pointing up. Device On/Off button WPS button Factory Reset button Ethernet port Link Rate PC to Extender Status Figure 1. Extender The LEDs on the front show how the extender is working: •... -
Page 6: How The Extender Works
Figure 2. WiFi Range Extender in a home When to Use Your Extender On Networks recommends that you connect to the extender only in the locations where your WiFi connection is poor or does not work at all. Data traffic routed through the extender is slower than traffic that goes only through the router. -
Page 7: Position Your Extender
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Position Your Extender The ideal location to place the extender is halfway between your wireless router and the location that has poor wireless coverage. Figure 3. Extender location The best position for the extender is one that has a clear line of sight between the extender and the wireless router and also between the extender and your computer or wireless device. -
Page 8: Ethernet Port Connection
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Ethernet Port Connection Usually, you connect to the extender wirelessly, but you can use its Ethernet port to connect a wired device such as an Ethernet-enabled gaming console, printer, or computer. N300RE Range Extender Blu-ray player WiFi router Figure 4. -
Page 9: Log In To The Extender
If you do not see the log in prompt, make sure to include http:// when you type http://www.mywifiextender.net in your browser. Type admin for the user name. Type the password. The default password is admin. On Networks recommends that you set a more secure password after you log in (see Set the Password on page 22). -
Page 10: Status Screen
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Status Screen The Status screen displays when you log in to the extender. The following information is shown on this screen: • Extender Information. This pane displays the version of the hardware, firmware, and GUI language. - Page 11 N300RE WiFi Range Extender The extender detects wireless networks and displays a list. Either select a network from the list, or select the Manually input my wireless SSID radio button and type the SSID. Click Continue. Enter the passphrase for your wireless network and click Continue.
- Page 12 N300RE WiFi Range Extender When this happens, your computer is automatically disconnected from the extender WiFi network. (Optional) To use the same password to access the extender network that you use for your network, click the copy password button. With the software that you use to manage your wireless connections, join the extender wireless network.
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Page 13: Chapter 2 Extender Network Settings
Extender Network Settings This chapter covers the following topics: • Connect the Extender to an Existing Network • Use WPS to Join the Extender Wireless Network • Wireless Settings • Attached Devices • Attached Devices • Back Up and Manage Extender Settings •... -
Page 14: Connect The Extender To An Existing Network
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Connect the Extender to an Existing Network You can use this menu selection to wirelessly connect the extender to your home network. To connect to the WiFi network: Select Setup > Connect to an Existing Network. -
Page 15: Use Wps To Join The Extender Wireless Network
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Your computer or wireless devices is automatically disconnected from the Extender WiFi network. With the software that you use to manage your wireless connections, join the Extender wireless network. Click the I have connected to the Extender network button. -
Page 16: Wireless Settings
N300RE WiFi Range Extender The extender tries to find the wireless client (the computer) that is attempting to join the network. If you are using a WPS button, it tries for 2 minutes. If you are using a PIN, it tries for 4 minutes. -
Page 17: Set Up Wpa, Wpa2, Or Wpa + Wpa2
Set Up WEP On Networks recommends that you use WPA or WPA2 wireless security because it is more secure than WEP. If you choose to use WEP, you can set it up in this screen. - Page 18 N300RE WiFi Range Extender In the Security Options section, select the WEP radio button. Select the authentication type: Automatic, Open System, or Shared Key. The default is Open System. The authentication is separate from the data encryption. You can select authentication that requires a shared key, but still leaves data transmissions unencrypted.
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Page 19: Ip Address Setup
To specify a static IP address: On Networks recommends that you do this only if you have a specific reason and you have experience with static IP addresses or you have a technically experienced person help you. Select Maintenance > IP Address Select the Use Static IP Address radio button. -
Page 20: Attached Devices
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Attached Devices Use the Attached Device screen to view all computers or devices that are currently connected to your network. To view attached devices: Select Maintenance > Attached Devices. Wired devices are connected to the extender with Ethernet cables. Wireless devices have joined the wireless network. -
Page 21: Back Up And Manage Extender Settings
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Back Up and Manage Extender Settings You can save your extender configuration settings in a file and restore them. The configuration file is saved on your computer. Back Up Configuration To back up the configuration settings: Select Maintenance >... -
Page 22: Erase The Configuration Settings
Type the old password, type the new password twice, and then click Apply. Password Recovery On Networks recommends that you enable password recovery if you change the password for the router user name admin. Then you can recover the password if it is forgotten. This recovery process is supported in Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Chrome browsers, but not in the Safari browser. -
Page 23: Upgrade The Firmware
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Your changes are saved. To recover your password: In the address field of your browser, type www.mywifiextender.net. A login window displays. Click Cancel. If password recovery is enabled, you are prompted to answer two security questions. -
Page 24: Advanced Wireless Settings
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Advanced Wireless Settings The extender is set up with the optimum settings for most situations. Do not alter these settings unless you have a specific reason to do so. Incorrect settings might disable the extender unexpectedly. -
Page 25: Set Up A Wireless Access List By Mac Address
PIN check box. (Optional) Select or clear the Keep Existing Wireless Settings check box. By default, the Keep Existing Wireless Settings check box is selected. On Networks recommends that you leave this check box selected. If you clear this check box, the next time a new wireless client uses WPS to connect to the extender, the extender wireless settings change to an automatically generated random SSID and security key. - Page 26 N300RE WiFi Range Extender The Wireless Card Access Setup screen displays a list of currently active wireless cards and their Ethernet MAC addresses. If the computer or device you want is in the Available Wireless Cards list, select that radio button;...
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Page 27: Appendix A Supplemental Information
Supplemental Information This appendix covers the following topics: • Factory Settings • Technical Specifications... -
Page 28: Factory Settings
N300RE WiFi Range Extender Factory Settings To return the extender to its factory settings Use a paperclip to press and hold the Factory Settings button on the side panel for 7 seconds. The extender resets, and returns to its factory settings. -
Page 29: Appendix B Notification Of Compliance
Notification of Compliance Regulatory Compliance Information This section includes user requirements for operating this product in accordance with National laws for usage of radio spectrum and operation of radio devices. Failure of the end-user to comply with the applicable requirements may result in unlawful operation and adverse action against the end-user by the applicable National regulatory authority. - Page 30 Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (N300RE WiFi Range Extender) does not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
- Page 31 N300RE WiFi Range Extender Interference Reduction Table The table below shows the recommended minimum distance between On Networks equipment and household appliances to reduce interference (in feet and meters). Household Appliance Recommended Minimum Distance (in feet and meters) Microwave ovens...