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- Page 1 N600 Dual Band WiFi Extender NP126 USER GUIDE...
- Page 2 Copyright©2014 NetComm Wireless Limited. All rights reserved. The information contained herein is proprietary to NetComm Wireless Limited. No part of this document may be translated, transcribed, reproduced, in any form, or by any means without prior written consent of NetComm Wireless Limited.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Cordless Phones ......................................9 Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network ..........................10 Hardware installation ....................................11 Accessing the NP126 for the first time ..............................11 PC configuration ......................................11 Making a wireless connection to the WiFi Extender ............................14 Web Based Configuration Interface ............................ -
Page 4: Overview
The individual reading this manual is presumed to have a basic understanding of telecommunications terminology and concepts. Prerequisites Before continuing with the installation of your NP126, please confirm that you comply with the minimum system requirements below. Computer with Windows, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating systems with a working Ethernet adapter with TCP/IP Protocol installed. -
Page 5: Product Introduction
Ethernet cable and makes available a high speed wireless signal that multiple users can connect to. The NP126 is designed to connect directly into the wall and its tidy housing makes it an unobtrusive fixture in any home or office. -
Page 6: Interfaces And Led Indicators
Front panel The NP126 features 7 LEDs on the front panel and a WPS button. The top 5 LEDs give an indication of the distance and strength of the signal between the NP126 and the connected router. The signal strength LEDs only functions when the device is in repeater mode. -
Page 7: Bottom Panel
Ethernet port – Connect the supplied RJ-45 Ethernet cable here to set up the WiFi Extender. Power switch – Turns the NP126 on or off. Physical Dimensions The following table lists the physical dimensions of the NP126. NP126 DIMENSIONS Length 89 mm... -
Page 8: Safety And Product Care
Disconnect the power line from the device before servicing. Transport and Handling When transporting the NP126, it is recommended to return the product in the original packaging. This ensures the product will not be damaged. In the event the product needs to be returned, ensure it is securely packaged with appropriate padding to prevent damage during courier transport. -
Page 9: Installation And Configuration Of The Np126
If you experience difficulties connecting wirelessly between your WiFi Devices and your NP126, please try the following steps: In multi-storey homes, place the NP126 on a floor that is as close to the centre of the home as possible. This may mean placing the NP126 on an upper floor. -
Page 10: Choose The "Quietest" Channel For Your Wireless Network
Router and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible. Experiment with more than one of the available channels, in order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighbouring cordless phones or other wireless devices. www.netcommwireless.com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide... -
Page 11: Hardware Installation
NP126 for the initial configuration. In order to do this, you must first configure the TCP/IP settings of your computer to be able to access the NP126. Refer to the following PC configuration section for further detail. - Page 12 Note: If multiple network cards are installed on your PC, you may see multiple networks. To be sure you are configuring the correct network, we recommend using a single network card. Click the Properties button. The Local Area Connection Properties window is displayed. www.netcommwireless.com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide...
- Page 13 IP address instead. If the PC receives a ping response through the default IP address of the wireless router, the following page appears, indicating that the connection between your PC and the wireless router is normal. NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www.netcommwireless.com...
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Page 14: Making A Wireless Connection To The Wifi Extender
Enter the password for the appropriate network listed on the included Wireless Security card. The wireless connection is complete. Note: The TCP/IP settings of the connected PC should be set to be Obtain an IP address automatically. www.netcommwireless.com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide... -
Page 15: Web Based Configuration Interface
Web Based Configuration Interface Logging in Please follow the steps below to configure your NP126 Wireless router via the web based configuration interface. Open your web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer/Firefox/Safari) and type http://192.168.40.1/ into the address bar at the top of the window. -
Page 16: Setup
Click Refresh to force the Extender to search available network. Select the SSID that matches your router’s network. Click Next to go to the page of Security Settings shown as follow. www.netcommwireless.com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide... - Page 17 When you have found the IP address of the WiFi Extender, enter it into your browser’s URL field and press enter. Refer to the Logging in section of this guide to log in again, substituting the IP address with the one assigned by your router. NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www.netcommwireless.com...
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Page 18: Mode Settings
In AP mode, the NP126 connects to the router via an Ethernet cable (up to 100 metres in length) to provide a full-speed link between the router and the NP126. This is useful for adding WiFi to a router which does not have WiFi built in or creating a WiFi network that provides coverage to an area further away from the router. -
Page 19: Advanced
Select the frequency, enter the SSID, select the Security Mode, and enter the password of the router to which you are connecting. Click Apply to go to confirm your settings. The WiFi Extender attempts to apply the settings. When the connection is successful, the following screen is displayed. NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www.netcommwireless.com... -
Page 20: Extended Wireless Network
8-63 characters, or within 64 HEX digits. Channel Sets the channel used for the 5GHz band. Note: If Enable 5GHz Wireless is not selected, the Extender will not work on the 5GHz band. www.netcommwireless.com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide... -
Page 21: Wireless Advanced Settings
SSID, Security mode and so on, but it requires that the wireless clients also support WPS. WPS may be used to connect the WiFi Extender to a router or to connect a wireless client device to the WiFi Extender. NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www.netcommwireless.com... -
Page 22: Device List
The Device List displays a list of all wireless devices connected to the WiFi Extender, detailing the IP Address assigned, the MAC Address of the client and the Device Name. Click the Refresh button to update the listing. www.netcommwireless.com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide... -
Page 23: System
This page displays the system information including basic system information, MAC Address of the Ethernet port and wireless port. System Logs Select System > System Logs to display this page. The System log displays log information which is useful for troubleshooting connection problems. NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www.netcommwireless.com... -
Page 24: Set Password
After the upgrade is complete, the WiFi Extender automatically reboots. Caution: During upgrade, do not power off the Extender or press the Reset button. Reboot Select System > Reboot. The following page is displayed. www.netcommwireless.com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide... -
Page 25: Logout
Additionally, the Restore button restores the WiFi Extender to the factor default configuration. Logout Clicking the Logout menu button immediately logs you out of the WiFi Extender’s configuration interface. NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www.netcommwireless.com... -
Page 26: Additional Product Information
You may then see a window prompting you to setup a "HomeGroup". Click "Cancel" on this. You can verify your wireless connection by clicking the "Wireless Signal" indicator in your system tray. After clicking on this, you should see an entry matching the SSID of your NP126 with "Connected" next to it. Mac OSX 10.6 Click on the Airport icon on the top right menu. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
CORRECTIVE ACTION Make sure you are using the correct IP address of the NP126. You can check the IP address of the device from the Network Setup configuration page or find the DHCP-assigned IP address from your router if it is running in Repeater mode. -
Page 28: Technical Data
Humidity • Non-Operating: 5% to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) Regulatory Approval Environmental Specifications / Tolerances The NP126 housing enables it to operate over a wide variety of temperatures from 0˚C - 40˚C (operating temperature). www.netcommwireless.com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide... -
Page 29: Legal & Regulatory Information
The power supply that is provided with this unit is only intended for use with this product. Do not use this power supply with any other product or do not use any other power supply that is not approved for use with this product by NetComm Wireless. -
Page 30: Product Warranty
Consumer Protection Laws which cannot be excluded, NetComm Wireless’s liability for any breach of that guarantee, condition or warranty is limited to: (i) in the case of a supply of goods, NetComm Wireless Limited doing any one or more of the following: replacing the goods or supplying equivalent goods;... -
Page 31: Contact
Contact Address: NETCOMM WIRELESS LIMITED Head Office PO Box 1200, Lane Cove NSW 2066 Australia Phone: +61(0)2 9424 2070 Fax: +61(0)2 9424 2010 Email: sales@netcommwireless.com techsupport@netcommwireless.com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www.netcommwireless.com...