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Method Two

Set up using your web browser

Power On

Place your RP-AC56 near your router/AP and plug it

to a power outlet.

Wait until the power LED turns

solid green.

Configure RP-AC56

IMPORTANT! For the best Wi-Fi extender performance, place your RP-AC56 in an ideal location. Refer to Step 3 in Method One

1. On a web browser, enter http://repeater.asus.com.

2. Connect to a Wi-Fi network and when prompted, enter the security key.

If your Wi-Fi network is hidden, click Manual setting.

Place in an ideal location

After placing your RP-AC56 in an ideal location, RP-AC56 connects to your router/AP in about one (1) minute.

NOTES:

• P lace your RP-AC56 between your router/AP and wireless device to get the best extender performance.

• P lace your RP-AC56 in a location where you can get green Wi-Fi LED.

IMPORTANT!

• T o minimize interference, keep RP-AC56 away from devices like cordless phones, Bluetooth devices and mi-

crowave ovens.

• W e recommend that you place your RP-AC56 in open or spacious location.

Enjoy!

Your RP-AC56's wireless network name (SSID) changes to your existing Wi-Fi network name,

ending with _RPT or _RPT5G and shares your router/AP's Wireless Password.

Media Bridge

(Ethernet Adapter)

Set up RP-AC56 via Method One or Method Two, then you can

use it as a wireless adapter to connect Ethernet devices such as

Blu-ray player, game console, DVR, or smart TV.

The Range Extender supports wireless media playback, which allows you to stream and play your network music through its audio port. You can use ASUS AiPlayer app to control the

music streaming over the Range Extender from your mobile device. Search for "RP-AC56" or "AiPlayer" from Google Play or App Store and download the app to your mobile device.

NOTE: You can insert an earphone, powered speaker, or stereo system to the 3.5mm stereo audio port.

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Disconnect your Ethernet connection. On your

Wi-Fi enabled device, such as your desktop PC/

notebook/tablet, find the default network name

of your RP-AC56 and click or tap Connect.

NOTE: The screenshot below is from a desktopPC.

3. You can either tick "Use default setting" or enter the SSID and security key/password

for your extended network. When done, click Next.

NOTE: Your RP-AC56's wireless network name (SSID) changes to your existing Wi-Fi network name,

ending with _RPT or _RPT5G and shares your router/AP's Wireless Password.

4. Connect your wireless devices to the new Extender network.