Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Wallplug Edition User M anua l 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA October 2011 202-11049-01 v1.
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Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started How the Extender Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 When to Use Your Extender. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Hardware Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Appendix A Supplementary Information Factory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Technical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1. Getting Started 1 This chapter covers the following topics: • How the Extender Works • Hardware Features • Install the Extender • Position the Extender • Extender Performance • Music Playback For more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the support website at http://support.netgear.com.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug How the Extender Works The extender works like a bridge between a WiFi router and a computer or wireless device outside the wireless router’s range. The extender has two main jobs: 1. The extender connects to a WiFi network. When the extender connects wirelessly to a network, it acts as a network client. This is similar to how a computer connects to a network. 2. The extender acts as an access point for computers.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug The extender LEDs can help you tell if the extender is correctly set up and working as it should. • The best performance is delivered when the Link Rate LED are green. Wireless Device to Extender LED or • A workable performance is delivered when the Link Rate LED is amber and the Wireless is green. Device to Extender LED Hardware Features The following sections describe the hardware features of the extender.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug LEDs The LEDs show how the extender is working. Power On/Off Link Rate 2.4 GHz Link Rate 5 GHz Wireless Device to Extender WPS Figure 3. Extender front panel The following table describes the LEDs. Table 1. LED Description LED Power Description • • On. Power is supplied to the extender. Off. Power is not supplied to the extender. Link Rate Indicates a 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz wireless connection between the extender and a router.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Buttons and Ports The following figure shows the buttons and ports on the extender. Audio port USB port Reset Factory Defaults Ethernet port Power On/Of WPS Figure 4. Extender side and bottom panels. The Power On/Off button and WPS button are on the side panel. • Power On/Off button. Use this button to turn on and off the extender. • WPS button. Use this button to connect the extender to your existing WiFi network.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Insert the AC Plug You can use the AC plug to plug the extender directly into an outlet, or you can attach the stand and plug in the power adapter cord (see Attach the Stand and Power Adapter Cord on page 11). 1 2 3 Figure 5. If you want to plug the extender directly into an outlet, insert the AC plug. To insert the AC plug: 1 Slide the tab on the top of the AC plug into the open position. 2 Align the AC plug with the extender as shown.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Attach the Stand and Power Adapter Cord The extender comes with a stand and power adapter cord. You can attach them as shown if you do not want to plug the extender directly into an outlet. 2 1 3 Figure 6. Attach the stand and the power adapter cord. To attach the stand and power adapter cord: 1 Slide the stand onto the extender as shown. 2 Turn the adapter so that you can see the side with the power adapter input.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug To cable a computer to the extender: 1. Locate the ports on the extender. USB port Ethernet port 2. Use an Ethernet cable or USB cable to connect your computer the extender. 3. Plug in the AC adapter or attach the stand and power adapter cord to the extender, and then plug it into an electrical outlet. If you want to log in to the extender, see Log In to the Extender on page 17.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug 4 Wait until the Power LED 5 Use a computer or wireless device to connect to the extender. During installation, it might be easier to use a computer or device that is in the same room as the extender. • For a wired connection, connect your computer or wireless device to the extender with an Ethernet cable. • turns green. For a wireless connection, use a WiFi network manager to find and connect to NETGEAR_EXT (the SSID) wireless network.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Position the Extender The best connection is established when there is a clear line of sight between the extender and the router and between the extender and the computer or wireless device. If this straight path is blocked by a thick wall or other materials, move the extender to a different location half-way between the computer and the router.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Extender Performance The Link Rate LEDs indicate the performance of the from the extender to a router. 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz wireless connection • The best performance is delivered when the Link Rate LED is green. • A workable performance is delivered when the Link Rate LED is amber. • A red Link Rate LED indicates a poor connection or no connection between the extender and the router.
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Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Log In to the Extender You can log in to the extender to use NETGEAR genie or to use the menu selections to view or change the extender’s settings. To log in: 1. Launch an Internet browser such as Mozilla Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer. 2. In the address field of your browser, enter http://www.mywifiext.net. You are prompted to enter a user name and password.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Use NETGEAR genie After Installation NETGEAR genie can help you set up your extender to connect to a wireless network. For information about more configuration options, see Chapter 2, Extender Network Settings. The installation guide (included in the package) explains how to install your extender. During installation, when you launch your Internet browser, NETGEAR genie automatically displays. After installation, to use genie again: 1.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug If the network is secure, you are prompted to enter the passphrase (network password): 4. Enter the password for your wireless network and click Continue. The genie sets up a WiFi connection from the extender to the router, which takes about 2 minutes. Then the following screen displays. 5. Review the settings, and make sure that they are correct. Then, click Continue. The Device-to-Extender settings are applied, which takes about 2 minutes.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Add a WPS Client to the Extender WiFi Network WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) lets you join a secure WiFi network without typing its password. Instead, you use a WPS button or enter a PIN to connect. WPS supports WPA and WPA2 wireless security. Note: You cannot use the Push 'N' Connect WPS button on the extender to connect the extender to your wireless network. The WPS button on the extender can be used only to connect a computer to the extender.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug 1. Select Setup > Connect to an Existing Network. The extender scans for wireless networks, and displays a list. If your wireless network is not on the list, the extender might be too far away from the router. See Positioning Your Extender on page 7 for suggestions. 2. Select the radio button for your network, and click Continue.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug To change the wireless settings for the extender’s network: 1. Select Setup > Wireless Settings to display the following screen: 2. In the Name (SSID) field, you can type in a new name to customize your extender network. This will make it easier to identify your extender if more than one is operating in your neighborhood. 3. In the Security Options section of the screen, select the type of wireless security that you want to use on your network.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Set Up WPA, WPA2, or WPA + WPA2 Both WPA and WPA2 provide strong data security. WPA with TKIP can be used on Windows systems with Service Pack 2 or later. WPA2 with AES is a hardware implementation; see your device documentation before implementing it. To configure WPA or WPA2 in the extender: 1. On the Wireless Setting screen, select the radio button for the WPA or WPA2 option of your choice. 2.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Note: Not all wireless computers support passphrase key generation. If your computer does not support the passphrase, then you will need to type the encryption key in order to join the wireless network. • Key 1–Key 4. These values are not case-sensitive. You can manually enter the four data encryption keys. These values have to be identical on all computers and access points in your network.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug - Gateway IP Address. The IP address for the gateway. - Primary DNS. The primary Domain Name Server (DNS). - Secondary DNS. The secondary Domain Name Server (DNS). Maintenance Settings You can use the maintenance settings to view the extender status, view attached devices, back up and restore configuration settings, set the password, and update the firmware. Status Screen When you connect to http://www.mywifiext.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug • Link Rate. The actual transmission (Tx) and receive (Rx) link rate in the current wireless connection. Extender IP Info • MAC Address. The physical address of the extender, as seen from the local area network (LAN). • IP Address. The IP address of the extender. The default is 192.168.1.250. • DHCP Server. Identifies the network DHCP server on the wireless network. • IP Subnet Mask.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug • TxPkts. The number of packets transmitted on this port since reset or manual clear. • RxPkts. The number of packets transmitted on this port since reset or manual clear. • Collisions. The number of collisions on this port since reset or manual clear. • Tx B/s. The current line utilization—percentage of current bandwidth used on this port. • Rx B/s. The average line utilization for this port. • Up Time.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug 2. Locate and select the previously saved backup file. 3. Click Restore. A screen displays letting you know that the device has been successfully restored to the previous settings. The extender restarts, which takes about 1 minute. CAUTION: Do not try to go online, turn off the extender, shut down the computer, or do anything else to the extender until it finishes restarting! 4. Close the message window.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug If you do not want to use the automatic firmware check, clear the Check for New Version Upon Login check box. To check for firmware and upgrade if it is available: 1. Select Maintenance > Firmware Update. The following screen displays: 2. Click Check to see if new firmware is available. If it is, follow the onscreen prompts to download it onto your computer. 3.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug To view or change the advanced wireless settings: Select Advanced > Wireless Settings. The following screen displays: You can view or configure the following settings: • • • Advanced Wireless Settings - Enable Wireless Access Point (2.4 GHz). Enable the extender to work as a wireless access point. If this check box is cleared, then computers or wireless devices cannot connect wirelessly to the extender. - Enable SSID Broadcast (2.4 GHz).
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug The following screen displays: 2. Select the Turn Access Control On check box. 3. Add the computers and wireless devices that you want to give access to the network. • Click the Add button for each device. • If you are not sure of the MAC address, check the product label. • Make sure to add the computer or wireless device that you are currently using. 4. Click Apply so that your changes take effect.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug FastLane Technology FastLane Technology offers maximum WiFi performance. It provides high-speed WiFi with a dedicated band connecting the extender and the wireless device, and a second band connecting the extender and the router. It is ideal for HD gaming and HD video streaming. To enable FastLane Technology: 1 Select Advanced > Operating Mode. 2 Select the FastLane Technology radio button.
3. Troubleshooting 3 This chapter includes the following sections: • Frequently Asked Questions • Connecting to http://www.mywifiext.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Frequently Asked Questions 1 NETGEAR genie keeps asking me for my wireless password, and I am sure I have entered the correct wireless password. What can I do? It is likely that the extender is placed at the borderline of the range covered by the router. To resolve this, follow the instructions in Positioning Your Extender on page 8. If you are using WEP security, make sure that you are typing the wireless key in the correct field.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug 6 I have completed the Installation Wizard, but my wireless devices cannot get the IP address from the extender. What should I do? Make sure that the passphrase you entered on your wireless device is correct, and power cycle the extender and your router. If your device is still not able to get the IP address: a Move the extender closer to your router, and move your wireless device closer to the extender. b.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Joining WiFi Networks To join a WiFi network you have to know its network name (also called the SSID) so that you can select it. If the network is secure, you have to know the passphrase or wireless key. If the extender does not connect to the network that you selected, the following message displays: Connection was not established to the selected network.
A. Supplementary Information A Factory Settings You can press and hold the Restore Factory Settings button on the rear panel for 7 seconds. The extender resets, and returns to its factory settings. Factory Settings Smart Wizard Enabled Wireless Wireless communication Enabled Wireless network name (SSID) NETGEAR_EXT Security Disabled Transmission speed Auto1 Country/Region United States (varies by region) Operating mode 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b Data rate Up to 300 Mbps 1.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Technical Specifications Technical specifications Network protocol and standards compatibility Data and routing protocols: TCP/IP, DHCP server and client, DNS relay, TFTP client Power adapter • North America (input): 120V, 60 Hz, input • All regions (output): 12 V DC @ 1A output 12W maximum Physical specifications • Dimensions: 120 x 79 x 42 mm (4.72 x 3.11 x 1.
B. Notification of Compliance N ETGE A R D ua l B a nd - Wi reles s B Regulatory Compliance Information This section includes user requirements for operating this product in accordance with National laws for usage of radio spectrum and operation of radio devices. Failure of the end-user to comply with the applicable requirements may result in unlawful operation and adverse action against the end-user by the applicable National regulatory authority.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Español [Spanish] Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc. declara que el Radiolan cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. Ελληνική [Greek] ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ NETGEAR Inc. ∆ΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Radiolan ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩ∆ΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ∆ΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ Ο∆ΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ. Français [French] Par la présente NETGEAR Inc.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Íslenska [Icelandic] Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc. yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC. Norsk [Norwegian] NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved at utstyret Radiolan er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. This device is a 2.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug • For product available in the USA market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible. • This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Universal Dual Band WiFi Extender – Desktop/Wallplug Interference Reduction Table The following table shows the recommended minimum distance between NETGEAR equipment and household appliances to reduce interference (in feet and meters).
