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Aztech WL559E User Manual

Portable 300mbps wireless-n repeater
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WL559E
PORTABLE 300mbps
WIRELESS-N REPEATER
V1.3

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  • Page 1 WL559E PORTABLE 300mbps WIRELESS-N REPEATER V1.3...
  • Page 2 User Manual © COPYRIGHT 2014 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED No part of this document may be reproduced, republished, or retransmitted in any form or by any means whatsoever, whether electronically or mechanically, including, but not limited to, by way of photocopying, recording, information recording, or through retrieval systems without the express written permission.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Device Status ....................33 WPS ....................... 34 Default Settings ......................35 FAQs ..........................37 Troubleshooting ......................39 Appendix ........................40 What are Repeaters? ................. 40 Why should I Use WL559E? ................. 40 Would Repeaters provide less bandwidth? ........... 40 Page 3 of 44...
  • Page 4 User Manual How would the SMART LED help me find signal? ........40 What is Bridge Mode? ................40 What is AP Mode? ..................41 How does the WPS button allows faster wireless connectivity? ..41 Page 4 of 44...

  • Page 5: About The Device

    802.11b/g/n, and one 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port. Repeat and Extend the WiFi Network WL559E supports robust 802.11n technology with up to 300Mbps data transfer rate. The extender can take an existing 802.11n wireless signal, repeat and extend it to a longer range where it is too far away for the router or access point to reach.

  • Page 6: Minimum System Requirements

    Package Contents Please check the package contents listed below. For any missing items, please contact your dealer immediately. Product contents vary for different models.  WL559E  Ethernet cable  Easy Start Guide  Resource CD Page 6 of 44...

  • Page 7: Device Design

    Front Panel SMART LED Indicator NOTE: Your WL559E’s SMART LED Indicator, determines the signal strength from your wireless router. Wireless reception and throughput may vary according to the number of wireless clients that are in use, and at the same time, other nearby wireless devices, structure types, building materials, and other interferences present.

  • Page 8: Top Panel

    User Manual Top Panel WPS Button LABEL DESCRIPTION Connect WL559E to any WPS capable devices BUTTON Bottom Panel Reset Button 10/100 Ethernet port LABEL DESCRIPTION Press the Reset button for 5 seconds to restore the RESET device to default factory settings...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Detailed instructions are provided in the subsequent pages. A basic description of the different modes of Plan your Network your WL559E are provided to guide you in deciding how it will be used. After deciding the intended usage of your Setting up the...

  • Page 10: Plan Your Network

    NOTE: It is important to know what the intended usage of your WL559E is. This is to familiarize yourself in the various applications your WL559E can provide to your network needs.

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Device

    In setting up your device kindly follow the instructions provided for the desired setup of your WL559E. It is important to know what the intended usage of your WL559E is, before doing the setup. You may also refer to the provided setup diagrams to setup your device easily.
  • Page 12 User Manual e. Type the password for the wireless network of your router and click apply. The WL559E will reboot and will redirect to the user interface with the following status. f. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from WL559E and computer then place the device at the location where it can get sufficient reception from your wireless router.

  • Page 13: Access Point (Ap)

    User Manual Access Point (AP) Setup your WL559E as an access point to provide wireless network to router that doesn’t have wireless feature. a. Plug your WL559E to a power outlet. b. Connect an Ethernet cable between the WL559E and Computer.

  • Page 14: Wireless Bridge

    LCD TV, to the Ethernet port of the WL556E. a. Plug in and turn ON your WL559E b. Connect the Ethernet cable between your computer and WL559E c. Launch a web browser. You will be directed to the web user interface.

  • Page 15: The Web User Interface

    The Web User Interface The Web User Interface of your WL559E allows you to configure the various features of your WL559E. This will serve as your main tool in monitoring and configuring all of your WL559E’s main features. Accessing the Web User Interface...
  • Page 16 Kindly wait for the repeater to finish initializing its connection. Your WL559E would reboot upon successful connection. NOTE: To know if you have successfully connected to your device, please check the LEDs of your WL559E; The SMART LED INDICATOR would be in STABLE GREEN light. Page 16 of 44...

  • Page 17: Web User Interface Menu

    Web User Interface Menu The web user interface was made for users to easily access and control your WL559E’s main features. It is mainly comprised of the following menus: Quick Connect The Quick Connect menu allows you to scan for the available wireless networks within range and connect to your preferred wireless network as well.

  • Page 18: User Manual

    Your repeater would reboot upon successful connection. NOTE: To know if you have successfully connected to your device, check the LEDs of your WL559E; it would be in STABLE GREEN light. Page 18 of 44...

  • Page 19: Setup

    User Manual Setup The Setup page shows the current properties of the WL559E. This page also allows you to change the mode of operation, the SSID, the security mode, enable or disable the broadcast of your SSID, change the passphrase of the SSID broadcasted by your WL559E, and define the encryption type.
  • Page 20  WPA Passphrase. Allows you to add the current wireless password of the Wireless Network. You are only allowed to configure this AFTER you have successfully connected to a network.  WPA Encryption. Allows you to change the encryption settings of your WL559E. Page 20 of 44...

  • Page 21: Wireless

    User Manual Wireless The Wireless page shows the current properties of the Wireless Network broadcasted by your WL559E. This menu allows you to modify basic router settings, your wireless network’s security settings, and also add and delete MAC filters. The Wireless page has the following sub menus that can be found on the second layer of icons just below the main menu icon shortcuts: ...

  • Page 22: Basic Wireless Settings

    Basic Wireless Settings The Basic Wireless Settings page allows you to configure the basic properties of your WL559E such as enabling the wireless feature and SSID broadcast, changing the name of the Wireless SSID, defining a preferred wireless mode for your WL559E, changing the Wireless channel and various HT properties.
  • Page 23 User Manual  Wireless Mode. This option allows you to select the type of wireless standard you want to allow to connect to your wireless network.  Channel. You may opt to change your wireless channel when you are getting poor reception. You may choose the least channel used in your area for better wireless performance.

  • Page 24: Security Settings

    Security Settings The Wireless Security Settings page allows you to change the Security Mode, enable or disable the WPS feature of your WL559E, and add a WPS enabled device by entering the needed PIN.  Security Mode. Select the type of encryption you want for your wireless network.
  • Page 25 MAC Filter Settings The MAC Filter Settings page will provide additional protection to your wireless network. It allows or denies wireless clients from accessing the WL559E with the use of the MAC address which is unique for every network devices.
  • Page 26 User Manual To know the MAC Address of your computer, you may simply do the following: a. On the Start menu click Run. b. On the input box of the Run window, type in: ‘cmd’ to open the command prompt. c.

  • Page 27: System

    User Manual System The System page allows you to configure various system oriented settings such as changing the device’s IP Address, backing up the current configuration settings, upgrading the device’s firmware, restoring the device from a previously saved configuration file, resetting the device to its factory default, and defining a user password for the Web UI.

  • Page 28: Device Information

    User Manual Device Information Allows you to view basic device information regarding your WL559E such as the firmware version and its build date, the device’s serial number, MAC addresses of various interfaces, and view the Wireless’ status.  Firmware Version. Shows the current firmware version of the device ...

  • Page 29: Lan Configuration

    WL559Es on the same network in order to avoid the occurrence of IP address conflict. Do take note that the IP Address in this field would also be the one you would be using in accessing the Web User Interface of your WL559E. Configuration Settings...
  • Page 30 User Manual  Backup. Allow you to save the current configuration of WL559E. Default file name for the backup file will be “RT2880_Settings.dat”. Click Apply to start saving your configuration.  Update. Here you can load the saved configuration of your WL559E.

  • Page 31: Firmware Upgrade

    The Firmware Upgrade page allows you to update the firmware of your device for future changes and enhancement, however, it is strong suggested to only upgrade your device firmware if it was advised by Aztech. You may download the latest firmware for your device at www.aztech.com/support.

  • Page 32: System Password

    To disable, simply remove the password and click apply to save your settings. Note: Forgotten password cannot be recovered. Reset the device to its factory default by pressing the reset button found beside the Ethernet port of WL559E for 11 seconds. Page 32 of 44...

  • Page 33: Device Status

    User Manual Device Status The device status page shows the current status of the AP, and also the client devices that are currently connected wirelessly to your WL559E. Page 33 of 44...

  • Page 34: Wps

    User Manual WPS or Wifi Protected Setup makes it easier for you to connect your WL559E to your wireless router and the WL559E to your wireless devices with a simple push of a button. To connect the WL559E to a Wireless Router via WPS: 1.

  • Page 35: Default Settings

    User Manual Default Settings We have listed below the default values of the fields present in your WL559E. This could be of use as reference. FIELDS DEFAULT VALUE Device IP Address 10.0.10.254 Device Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Security Mode Open Channel...
  • Page 36  Defects due to wear and tear, act of God or any other causes and not due to original manufacturer defect Aztech will not be liable for any loss, damage or alteration to : 1. Third party hardware or software, 2.

  • Page 37: Faqs

    Interface of the WL559E (If in any case it does not type http://10.0.10.254 on your Web browser Ex: Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Chrome etc.) 2. What if I want to change some of the configurations set on my WL559E after it has been previously configured and connected to my wireless AP/Router? ...
  • Page 38 User Manual 4. Can I connect a second WL559E to the current WL559E that I have already connected to my wireless AP/router? It is possible to extend the wireless signal of your first WL559E by connecting another WL559E to it. But you must understand that each time the wireless signal is repeated, the repeated signal will be half of the original.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    3. Check if the Ethernet cable connecting your Ethernet device to the WL559E is PROPERLY connected. 4. Open a web browser and check if the WL559E is correctly connected to a wireless network in your home.  If it is not, reconnect your WL559E to the router’s wireless network.

  • Page 40: Appendix

    Whether you like it or not, your router cannot fully provide wireless coverage all over your home, areas with weak wireless signals or even “blind spots” are sure to occur. With the WL559E, say goodbye to these blind spots and extend wireless signals to any part of your home that needs it.

  • Page 41: What Is Ap Mode

    The WPS or Wi-Fi Protected Setup button allows you to connect your wireless devices to the WL559E and even connect the WL559E to a wireless router with a simple press of the WPS button. You may have to, however, check the user manual of the device you will pair the WL559E with, to know how many seconds the wireless device’s WPS button should be pressed.

  • Page 42: Safety Precautions

    User Manual Safety Precautions  Do not open, service, or change any component.  Only qualified technical specialists are allowed to service the equipment.  Observe safety precautions to avoid electric shock  Check voltage before connecting to the power supply. Connecting to the wrong voltage will damage the equipment.
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  • Page 44 User Manual Copyright © 2014 Aztech Technologies Pte Ltd (CRN:199800635M). All rights reserved. Page 44 of 44...

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