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  • Page 1 User’s Guide High Power Wireless-300N Smart Repeater SR300...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 CONTENTS Extended Network Settings ........17 INTRODUCTION ............2 Wireless Security ............21 GETTING STARTED ............3 Package Contents ............3 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ........20 LED Indicators ..............4 Advanced Settings ............21 Back Panel Description ........... 5 SMART FEATURES ............22...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    SR300 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this Amped Wireless product. At Amped Wireless we strive to provide you with the highest quality products through innovation and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on delivering products that outperform the competition and go beyond your expectations. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us.

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 GETTING STARTED Package Contents Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package:  High Power Wireless Smart Repeater  Ethernet Cable  Power Supply  Repeater Stand  CD with Users Guide ...

  • Page 5: Led Indicators

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 LED Indicators WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup activity. When the WPS mode is activated the WPS LED blinks as it awaits a connection. Wired Connections: Shows the connection status and data activity of each wired LAN port. Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is passing through the Smart Repeater.

  • Page 6: Back Panel Description

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Back Panel Description Antenna Connectors: RJ-SMA antenna connectors. Compatible with all antennas with RP-SMA connectors. Upgradable to high gain antennas for more range. Reset: Push down once to reboot the Smart Repeater. Hold down for 5-10 seconds to reset the device back to factory settings.

  • Page 7: Setup Guide

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 SETUP GUIDE Find a Setup Location The location of where you install the Smart Repeater is very important to how it will function. The optimal setup location should be halfway between your wireless router and your wireless dead zone.

  • Page 8: Connect To The Smart Repeater

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Connect your PC to the Smart Repeater Connect the power adapter to the power port on the back of the Smart Repeater b. Connect the two included high gain antennas by screwing them into the antenna connectors Use the included Ethernet cable to connect one end into any LAN port on the Smart Repeater and use the other end to connect to the network port on your laptop or desktop computer.

  • Page 9: Open Your Web Browser

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Open your Web Browser to Access the Setup Wizard Open your web browser b. Type in: http://setup.ampedwireless.com into the web address bar If the web menu fails to open type in the following IP address into your web address bar:...

  • Page 10: Welcome To The Smart Setup Wizard

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Welcome to the Smart Setup Wizard When the web menu appears, click Next to continue to the next page. The diagram on this page displays the terms used to describe: 1) The network you are trying to...

  • Page 11: Scan For A Wireless Network

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Scan for a Wireless Network Click SCAN to begin searching for available wireless networks to repeat. Highlight your network and click Next to continue. If you fail to find any wireless networks, the Smart Repeater may be placed too far from the wireless network that you are trying to repeat.

  • Page 12: Connecting To A Secure Network

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Connecting to a Secure Network If the wireless network you are trying to repeat has wireless security enabled, you will be prompted to enter a security key. If you did not select a secure network, continue to the next step.

  • Page 13: Repeater Settings (Ssid)

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Repeater Settings (SSID) The default SSID of the Smart Repeater is “Amped_Wireless” This SSID for the Extended Network may be changed by adjusting the name in the field for the Extended Wireless Network ID. This ID will be used by wireless users connecting to the Smart Repeater to identify the Smart Repeater’s...

  • Page 14: Repeater Settings (Security)

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Repeater Settings (Security) By default, the Extended Network has security enabled. The WPA security key is “wireless.” Users trying to connect to the Smart Repeater wirelessly will be prompted to enter this key. It is recommended that you use the default settings for the wireless security key.

  • Page 15: Setup Summary

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Setup Summary Once the Smart Repeater has rebooted, It will load the Setup Summary page and provide you with the details of your setup. At this time, you may disconnect from the Smart Repeater start a wireless connection.
  • Page 16 USER’S GUIDE SR300 If the Home Network connection fails try the following… Check to see that your Home Network security settings are correct. b. Check that your Home Network router’s DHCP server is enabled. Try changing the channel of the Home Network router to a higher channel number (5-11) and run the Setup Wizard again.

  • Page 17: Wireless Settings

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 WIRELESS SETTINGS Home Network Settings The Home Network Settings page allows you to adjust settings for your Home Network connection. These settings are for adjusting the Smart Repeater after you have already gone through the Smart Setup Wizard and wish to adjust your current configurations.

  • Page 18: Extended Network Settings

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Extended Network Settings The Extended Network Settings page allows you to adjust settings for your Extended Network. Band: Allows you to setup access under a specific combination of Wi-Fi speed standards. Broadcast SSID: Disabling the broadcasting of your SSID will make it so outside users cannot see your network when they scan for wireless networks.
  • Page 19 USER’S GUIDE SR300 Multiple SSID: You may add additional names (SSID) to you Extended Network with different characteristics for each SSID. Each additional AP or SSID can have its own security, band and data rate settings. You may restrict users for specific SSIDs or provide access only to some users with lower bandwidth by changing the band.

  • Page 20: Wireless Security

    If you are using the Multiple AP/SSID feature, you will be able to adjust the security settings for your additional SSIDs here as well. For more information on the differences between the types of Wi-Fi security available, please check the Learning Center of the Amped Wireless website. www.ampedwireless.com...

  • Page 21: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (Wps)

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Wireless Settings: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) WPS is a Wi-Fi feature created to make Wi-Fi setup simpler and easier. Some wireless routers and adapters support this feature with varying names (i.e. one touch setup or WPS). You may enable WPS setup here by selecting the type of WPS setup you wish to use.

  • Page 22: Advanced Settings

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Wireless Settings: Advanced Settings It is recommended that only experts in Wi-Fi configuration adjust the advanced wireless settings for the Smart Repeater. These settings allow you to control the details of your wireless network configuration.

  • Page 23: Smart Features

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 SMART FEATURES The Smart Repeater provides your Extended Network with Smart Features that help to provide convenience and protection for your Extended Network. The Smart Features allow you control access to your Extended Network through on/off schedules, specific user authorizations as well as through the size of your wireless coverage for your Extended Network.

  • Page 24: Wireless Settings: Access Schedule

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Wireless Settings: Access Schedule You can set a schedule for when your Wi-Fi is enabled or disabled (both Home Network and the Extended Network) through the Access Schedule feature. To do Enable Access Schedule b. Select which days you...

  • Page 25: User Access Control

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 User Access Control: User Access allows you to deny access or allow access to specific users connecting wirelessly to the Extended Network. Each networking device has a unique address called a MAC address (a 12 digit hex number).

  • Page 26: Wireless Coverage Controls

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Wireless Coverage Controls: Adjust the output power of the Smart Repeater to control the coverage distance of your Extended Wireless Network. For a smaller coverage area you can select a lower output power. For the maximum wireless coverage select the 100% selection.

  • Page 27: Ip Settings

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 IP SETTINGS IP Address: The IP address of the Smart Repeater Subnet Mask: the subnet of the Smart Repeater Default Gateway: The access point to another network, normally the Smart Repeater or your router. DHCP: The Smart Repeater includes a...
  • Page 28 USER’S GUIDE SR300 DHCP Client Range: The range of IP addresses the Smart Repeater’s DHCP server will assign to users and devices connecting to the Smart Repeater. Static DHCP: You may set a static IP address within your DHCP network. The Smart Repeater will track the device via its MAC address and assign it a pre-defined IP address each time the device logs into the network.

  • Page 29: Management Features

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 MANAGEMENT FEATURES The Management features on the Smart Repeater allow you to view the status of your Home Network and Extended Network. The Repeater Status page provides full information regarding each connection (Home and Extended), including the IP address, current connection SSID and current state. This page is often used to check the health of your Home or Extended Network connection.

  • Page 30: Management: System Clock

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Management: System Clock Maintain the internal clock for the Smart Repeater by syncing with your computer’s time. Your system clock settings need to be accurate in order for logs and wireless access schedules to work correctly.

  • Page 31: Management: Upgrade Firmware

    To manually upgrade your firmware: Download the file from the www.ampedwireless.com/support website and remember the location where you saved it. Firmware files may also be provided by Amped Wireless support reps. b. Click Browse and locate the file Click Upload to begin upgrading. Note: Firmware files normally have a .bin...

  • Page 32: Management: Save And Reload Settings

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Management: Save and Reload Settings Saving your current settings allows you to back-up your current settings which may be reloaded at a later time. This feature may be useful for testing new features and settings without having to worry about returning to a stable platform.

  • Page 33: Management: Password Settings

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Management: Password Settings By default, the Smart Repeater does not require a password to login to the web menu. If you wish to enable a password to protect unauthorized access to the web menu and Smart Setup Wizard, you may enter one here.

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Wireless Standard: 802.11n, 802.11b/g Antennas:  Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz 2 x Detachable High Gain 3dBi Antennas  Wireless Speed: 300Mbps (Rx), 300Mbps (Tx) 2 x Reverse SMA Connector Amplifier: Low Noise Amplifier Ports: ...

  • Page 35: Default Settings

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 DEFAULT SETTINGS The default settings for your Smart Repeater are listed here. If for some reason you need to return your Smart Repeater back to default settings, hold down the Reset button on the back panel for 10 seconds. The Smart Repeater will reset back to factory settings as listed below: IP Address: 192.168.1.240...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting And Support Information

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORT INFORMATION We are here to help. If you have any issues with your Smart Repeater please contact us. To contact Amped Wireless’ Technical Support use one of the following methods: Phone: 888-573-8820 Email: techsupport@ampedwireless.com Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    USER’S GUIDE SR300 Troubleshooting The tips in this guide are listed in order of relevance. Try solution (a) before trying solution (b) etc… I entered setup.ampedwireless.com and it failed to open the Web Menu. Make sure your computer is connected to the Smart Repeater using the included Ethernet cable. Do not try to connect with a wireless connection.
  • Page 38 USER’S GUIDE SR300 I cannot connect to my Home Network. I received an Error when running the Smart Setup Wizard. Your Home Network may be secured. Double check that you have the correct security key to connect to the Home Network.
  • Page 39 USER’S GUIDE SR300 My Smart Repeater was working fine previously but now I can no longer access the Internet through the Smart Repeater. The connection to your Home Network has been dropped. This can be caused by several events to your home wireless connection.
  • Page 40 USER’S GUIDE SR300 I have a dual-band router and I cannot repeat it. Log into the Web Menu for your dual-band wireless router and adjust the wireless settings. Change the wireless band to 2.4GHz single band mode only. Disable the 5GHz wireless band.
  • Page 41 USER’S GUIDE SR300 There may be an IP conflict with your Home Network and your Extended Network. Try to adjust the IP Settings of your Extended Network using IP values that are different from your Home Network. I can no longer connect to the Smart Repeater wirelessly.
  • Page 42 USER’S GUIDE SR300 Wizard again. After you have successfully reset the Home Network connection, try connecting wirelessly again. I can no longer access the Web Menu or the Smart Repeater no longer responds. a. Connect to your Smart Repeater and try to access http://setup.ampedwireless.com...
  • Page 43 USER’S GUIDE SR300 The connection to the Home Network seems slow. File transfers take a long time to transfer. You may be too far away from your Home Network. The closer the Smart Repeater is to your Home Network, the better its connection will be. The Smart Repeater must have a strong signal in order to repeat the signal with fast speeds and further range.
  • Page 44 USER’S GUIDE SR300 My Wireless Access Schedule is being erratic and not working at the correct times. You need to adjust your Time Zone Settings from the Management Web Menu page. WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) is not working. Push button configuration does not detect the connection.

  • Page 45: Warranty Information

    The Amped Wireless (A division of Newo Corporation, Inc.) Limited Warranty Warranty Period: The Amped Wireless Limited Warranty is for one (1) year from the date of purchase for new products. Refurbished products carry the Limited Warranty for thirty (30) days after the date of purchase.
  • Page 46 (b) the product or its software or firmware has been altered or modified, (c) the product has not been used and installed in accordance to Amped Wireless’ instructions, (d) the product has been subjected to misuse, or negligence. Amped Wireless does not guarantee the continued availability of a third party’s service for which this product’s use or operation may require.
  • Page 47 Amped Wireless. The bearer of cost related to shipping repaired or replaced product back to the purchaser will be at the sole discretion of Amped Wireless and determined based on the details of each RMA case. Customers outside of the United States of America are responsible for all shipping and handling costs including custom duties, taxes and all other related charges.
  • Page 48 SR300 Regulatory Information FCC Statement and Declaration: Amped Wireless declares that this device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Regulations. Operation of this device is subject to the following two (2) conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 49 USER’S GUIDE SR300 Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution and Safety Notices: Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 50 USER’S GUIDE SR300 Industry Canada Statement: This Class B digital apparatus complies with RSS-210 and ICES-003 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation of this device is subject to the following two (2) conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 51 USER’S GUIDE SR300 Déclaration d’Industrie Canada : Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme aux réglementations RSS- 210 et ICES-003 d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement de cet appareil est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) Cet appareil ne peut pas causer de brouillage préjudiciable (2) Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris les interférences pouvant provoquer un...
  • Page 52 888-573-8820 e-mail techsupport@ampedwireless.com www.ampedwireless.com Amped Wireless A Division of Newo Corporation Copyright © 2011 Amped Wireless / Newo Corporation. All rights reserved. Amped Wireless, Newo Corporation, the Amped Wireless Logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Newo Corporation.

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