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Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater Introduction 2. Quick Installation Guide Option 1 Repeater Mode Installation Option 2 AP-Bridge Mode Installation Option 3 AP-Router Mode Installation Option 4 Client Mode Installation 3. FAQ - Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater...
  • Page 3: Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater Introduction

    Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater Introduction The Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater is a versatile 4-in-1 wireless solution that can function as a Repeater, Bridge, Router or Client to serve your unique networking needs. Its compact design delivers reliable and lightning-fast transfer speeds up to 300Mbps so that you can open up the far corners of your home and office –...
  • Page 4 Please select the best mode for your needs. Description Application Mode Button Expand the coverage of your existing wireless network with no need your wire network Extend a wireless backbone, detecting network without cable. wireless signal and repeating it to Repeater a farther range.
  • Page 5: Quick Installation Guide

    FAQ Question 7 reset instructions. If you would like to set up your Anker device in Repeater mode with the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) security option, note that WPS may not support all systems and may result in network conflicts. To move forward and set up Repeater mode with...
  • Page 6 Note: > 80% signal strength is ideal. You can see the single strength in Step 4.2c. Plug the Anker device into the wall socket; the LED indicators will light after 15 seconds. Please allow a 2-minute start up time. Step 3. Connect Computer to Your Anker Device Wirelessly From your computer, view your available wireless connections (typically accessible from the corner of your desktop).
  • Page 7 4-in-1 Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater. Note: You may move your Anker device to different locations as your needs demand. Your settings will be saved. For optimal performance, always ensure that the wireless router signal that the device receives is strong (ideally 80%).
  • Page 8: Option 2 Ap-Bridge Mode Installation

    Please select your desired AP mode and adjust the three-way switch button on the side panel of your Anker device accordingly. Select a desired location to plug the Anker device into the wall socket; the LED indicators will light after 15 seconds. Please allow a 2-minute start up time.
  • Page 9 PassPhrase. Click Finish to apply the settings. Wait 2 minutes to allow a full restart. Note: If you previously set the Anker device to AP-router mode, then you need to click Mode settings and choose Bridge Mode. Then the Anker device will restart.
  • Page 10: Option 3 Ap-Router Mode Installation

    Anker device accordingly. Select the device location Identify the wall socket where you would like to place the Anker device, and make sure that you have a network cable able to connect to either your existing modem Do NOT power the device yet.
  • Page 11 Choose the newly available "Anker-AP" network and connect to it. Note that no password is needed at this time. Please do not enter any passwords or PIN codes if prompted, and proceed to connect anyway. You will need to temporarily change your IP address to enter the device configuration page.
  • Page 12 Follow return to Step 3.2 to configure the IP address settings to your computer's wireless connection. Please set to DHCP (or dynamic IP) in IPV4 settings. Congratulations! You should now be able to surf the Internet with a strong Wi-Fi signal from your newly configured 4-in-1 Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater.
  • Page 13: Option 4 Client Mode Installation

    FAQ Question 7 reset instructions. If you would like to set up your Anker device in Client mode with the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) security option, note that WPS may not support all systems and may result in network conflicts. To move forward and set up Client mode with WPS, please...
  • Page 14 Congratulations! You should now be able to surf the Internet with a strong Wi-Fi signal from your newly configured 4-in-1 Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater. You may move your Anker device to different locations as your needs demand. Your settings will be saved. For optimal performance, always ensure that the wireless...
  • Page 15: Faq - Anker Compact Wi-Fi Repeater

    FAQ Question 2 for details. Connect your computer to the Anker device through cable (if on Client mode) or wirelessly (if on Repeater, AP-Bridge or AP-Router mode). Open a web browser on your computer, and type 192.168.100.253 to reach the device's configuration page.
  • Page 16 Preferences > Network. The network configuration window will appear. On the left of the window, select your active Anker network connection, usually "Wi-Fi" (for AP, Repeater mode configuration) or "Ethernet" (for Client mode configuration). For "Wi-Fi" connections, please proceed to click "Advanced…"...
  • Page 17 4. Does my Anker device provide lower peak network throughput in Repeater Mode? Yes. As with all wireless repeaters, the Anker device in Repeater Mode splits its wireless bandwidth to "talk" with both your wireless router and your computer. Therefore its peak throughput (NOT average throughput) will be lower compared with AP-Bridge, AP-Router or Client Mode.
  • Page 18 6. How do I enable WDS (Wireless Distribution System) in Repeater or AP-Rout- er mode (advanced)? The Anker device can support WDS, an advanced mode that allows you to create a network of wireless access points that forward traffic to one another. Because WDS reduces throughput, flexibility, and compatibility, only advanced users familiar with the advantages and disadvantages of WDS should select this option.
  • Page 19 Before Setup: When configured in AP-Router mode, you can enable its WDS function and allow it to serve as the main WDS base station to which WDS-enabled repeaters can connect. Please identify the MAC address of your Anker device, printed on the side of the unit.
  • Page 20 Repeaters using the instructions outlined above for WDS-standard Repeater setup. 7. How do I return the Anker device to its original factory settings? Resetting the Anker device and starting anew is sometimes helpful when you're having trouble connecting. To reset the device: Make sure the Anker device is connected to a power source, and press the unit's reset button for 10 seconds before releasing the reset button.
  • Page 21 Press the WPS button located on your router and on the Anker device. The WPS LED indicators will light. When the Anker WPS LED indicator begins to flash, the automatic setup of a WPS connection has begun.
  • Page 22 Tel: 1-800-988-7973( US ) (Service time: Mon. – Fri. 9:00 – 17:00 PST) Email: support@ianker.com Website: http://www.ianker.com...

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