Amped Wireless RTA15 Setup Manual

SETUP GUIDE
High Power 700mW Dual Band AC Wi-Fi Router
Disconnect & Power Off your Existing Router
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(if available)
Disconnect your existing router from your computer, your
broadband modem, and its power outlet. If you do not have
an existing router please continue to Step 2.
2
Power Off your Modem
Power off the modem by disconnecting the modem's power
adapter from the power outlet. If your modem has a backup
battery, remove the backup battery from your modem.
Do NOT power on your modem until Step 4.
3
Connect the Router to your Modem
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Modem
4
Power On your Modem
Plug in the power adapter and reinsert the backup battery
(if available) to power on the modem.
Allow a minute or two for the modem to initiate.
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Attach the Antennas to their Specific Connectors on the Router
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6
Power On the Router and Connect it to your Computer
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Open your Web Browser

NOTE: IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS ACCESSING THE WEB MENU
Disable any third party firewalls that your computer may have on (e.g., Norton/ZoneAlarm/Windows Defender).
Check to see that your computer is NOT connected to any wireless networks.
Accessing the setup menu does not require Internet access. The menu is served from the Router.
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Welcome to the Dashboard
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Welcome to the Basic Setup Wizard
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Configure your Internet Connection

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Configure your Wireless and Security Settings
5.0GHz Wireless Settings
2.4GHz Wireless Settings
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Setup Summary

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Router
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IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS ACCESSING THE WEB MENU...
F I R S T
Use the included blue Ethernet cable and
connect one end of the cable to your modem.
Connect the other end of the cable to the blue
Modem
Do NOT connect the power adapter to the
Router at this time.
Attach the three included Antennas to
their corresponding numbers:
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Antenna 1 (5.0GHz only) to Antenna Port 1
Antenna 2 (2.4 and 5.0GHz) to Antenna Port 2
Antenna 3 (2.4GHz only) to Antenna Port 3
Connect the included grey Ethernet cable to
an available network port on your computer
or connect to the Router's Wi-Fi network:
Amped_RTA15_2.4 or Amped_RTA15_5.0
Password: wireless
Attach the Power Adapter to the Router's
PWR
Enter the setup web address into your browser:
http://setup.ampedwireless.com
If the URL fails to open, then try: http://192.168.3.1
When prompted, enter the login and password:
PASSWORD:
The Dashboard will provide you with the current
status of the Router.
If the Dashboard shows that you are connected
to the Internet, then you're done. You may now
browse the Internet.
If you wish to configure additional settings or
if the Dashboard shows a problem with your
Internet connection, click Basic Setup to configure:
Internet Connection Settings
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2 Wi-Fi Settings
Click Basic Setup
Double check that the modem is connected
to the Router's Modem port.
Check that your antennas are attached to their
corresponding antenna connectors.
Click Next
Automatically configure your Internet settings
by clicking on Automatic Configuration.
More advanced users may choose to
configure their connection manually by
selecting Manual Configuration.
If your Internet provider requires that you log
in before accessing the Internet, you will need
to do so under Manual Configuration.
If there is a problem with the Automatic
Configuration, the wizard will notify you of the
issue. If you continue to have problems, contact
our support department at 888-573-8820.
If the Automatic Configuration was successful,
you will be directed to a Configuration
Successful page.
Click Next
The default ID of your 5.0GHz wireless network is:
Amped_RTA15_5.0
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID
field. Users connecting wirelessly to the Router
will use this ID to identify your 5.0GHz wireless
network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) of your
5.0GHz wireless network is:
To change it, enter a new key in the Security Key
field. The key must be at least 8 characters long.
Click Next
with the settings for your 2.4GHz network.
The default ID of your 2.4GHz wireless network is:
Amped_RTA15_2.4
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID
field. Users connecting wirelessly to the Router
will use this ID to identify your 2.4GHz wireless
network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) of your
2.4GHz wireless network is:
To change it, enter a new key in the Security Key
field. The key must be at least 8 characters long.
Click Next
will reboot. This process may take up to 1
minute. The page will automatically reload after
the countdown. If it does not, you may need to
refresh the page manually or check your
connection to the router.
Congratulations, the Router is now successfully
configured and your settings are now saved. You
may now connect additional devices directly
to the 4 wired ports on the back panel or
connect wirelessly to the Router.
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Phone: 888-573-8820
Email: techsupport@ampedwireless.com
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support
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Need Help? Give us a call.
Phone: 888-573-8820
Email: techsupport@ampedwireless.com
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support
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RTA15
Modem Existing Router
Remove
Backup battery
Modem
port on the Router.
Reinsert
Backup battery
Modem
port and a power outlet.
LOGIN: admin
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to begin.
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to apply your settings and continue
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to apply your settings. The Router
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