N600 Dual Band WiFi Extender NP126 USER GUIDE
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1. Ping statistics for 192 168 40 1 Packets Sent 4 Received 4 Lost z loss Approximate round trip times in milli seconds Minimum ims Maximum ims Average ims Goss Making a wireless connection to the WiFi Extender To connect the wireless network adapter to the Extender 1 Ifa wireless network adapter is installed on your PC the wireless icon 0 appears in the lower right corner of the desktop Left click it to display a list of wireless networks within range of your computer Currently connected to Ss Unidentified network No network access Wireless Network Connection a ol ol NetComm 7693 N mail ERR s l ol iil ail all Open Network and Sharing Center ey Note The Wireless network name shown here is for demonstration only Your particular wireless network name SSID may differ 2 Left click the network name SSID Click the Connect button that appears You are prompted to enter a password Enter the password for the appropriate network listed on the included Wireless Security card XY Connect toa Network REE Type the network security key Security key Hide characters You can also connect by pushing the 3 ZR button on the router The wireless connection is complete es Note The TCP IP settings of the connected PC should be set to be Obtain an IP address automatically www netcommwuwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 142. 30 lt gt NetCommWireless 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 netcommwuwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www netcommwuwireless com 31
3. OPIN WPS is the abbreviation of WiFi Protected Setup You can easily add the wireless clients to your wireless network by WPS without additional settings such as 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 netcommwuwireless com 21 ZAA NetCommWireless To connect a wireless client device to the WiFi Extender 1 Select the Enable WPS option Click Apply 2 Under the Down Link section Select the PBC or PIN method 3 If using PBC mode click the PBC button and press the PBC button on your client device If using the PIN method obtain the PIN number from your client and in the PIN field enter the PIN number and then click the PIN button The WPS connection is established To connect the WiFi Extender to a router 1 Select the Enable WPS option Click Apply 2 Under the Up Link section Select the PBC or PIN method 3 If using PBC mode click the PBC button and press the PBC button on your client device If using the PIN method enter the PIN displayed in the PIN field into your router s user interface and trigger the WPS connection The WPS connection is established You may change the WPS PIN at any time by pressing the Generate PIN button Device List The Device List displays a list of all wireless devices connected to the WiFi Ext
4. gt NetCommWireless N600 Dual Band WiFi Extender AV Q p w i i adi U am 1 Powe ST Ua L aJ NP126 USER GUIDE gt NetCommWireless Copyright 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 A Note This document is subject to change without notice Save Our Environment When this equipment has reached the end of its useful life it must be taken to a recycling centre and processed separately from domestic waste The cardboard box the plastic contained in the packaging and the parts that make up this device can be recycled in accordance with regionally established regulations Never dispose of this electronic equipment along with your household waste You may be subject to penalties or sanctions under the law Instead ask for disposal instructions from your municipal government Please be responsible and protect our environment This manual covers the following products NetComm Wireless NP126 DOCUMENT VERSION DYNE 1 0 Initial document release January 2014 www netcommwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 2 a AA NetCommWireless Table of Contents Tape Or COnN OME aH He AEE EEEE 3 BE aT Ea EEA P OEE E EE OE EES
5. gt NetCommWireless Web Based Configuration Interface Logging in Please follow the steps below to configure your NP126 Wireless router via the web based configuration interface 1 Open your web browser e g Internet Explorer Firefox Safarl and type hitp 192 168 40 1 into the address bar at the top of the window e Mozilla Firefox Start Page 192 168 40 1 2 Inthe window that is displayed as shown below enter the password and click Login If Remember my password is selected you will not need to enter the password when accessing the WiFi Extender from this computer in the future NetCommVvireless L Remember my password Note Entering an incorrect password 5 consecutive times will result in you not being able to login for one minute If it is up to 6 consecutive times you need to wait for 2 minutes before starting login Up to 7 times you need to wait for 3 minutes and so on up to amaximum of 15 minutes NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www netcommwuwireless com 15 gt NetCommWireless Setup The Setup submenu contains Connection Wizard and Mode Settings Connection Wizard 1 Select Set up gt Connection Wizard and the following screen appears This page presents the current wireless configuration including SSID and security mode of your WiFi Extender and connected uplink device Connection Wizard Click the Start button below to begin connecting the WiFi Extender to your broadband hub rou
6. is an ideal solution for enabling wireless connectivity throughout your entire home or office 1 Maximum wireless signal rate and coverage values are derived from IEEE Standard 802 11g and 802 11n specifications Actual wireless speed and coverage are dependent on network and environmental conditions included but not limited to volume of network traffic building materials and construction layout Package Contents The NP126 package consists of 1x N600 Dual Band WiFi Extender Quick start guide Ethernet cable RJ 45 Wireless security card Warranty card TERE If any of these items are missing or damaged please contact NetComm Wireless Support immediately by visiting the NetComm Wireless Support website at http www netcommwireless com contact forms support Product Features 2 in 1 functionality Works as a wireless repeater or wireless access point D When in wireless repeater mode Extend wireless signal to areas unreached by router Ea When in wireless access point mode Connect into a modem router to create a wireless network D X WPS button for easy pairing with wireless clients Concurrent dual band WiFi extend the reach of your 2 4Ghz and 5Ghz WiFi network D j 5 signal strength LEDs guide you into the best placement within your WiFi network d Connects directly to the wall allows for unobtrusive placement within the home office DI NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www netcommwire
7. netcommwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 6 gt NetCommWireless Bottom panel Reset button press and hold this button for more than 3 second to restore the factory default settings of the NP126 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 Width 67 mm Height 165 grams NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 7 www netcommwireless com AA NetCommWireless Safety and Product Care With reference to unpacking installation use and maintenance of your electronic device the following basic guidelines are recommended amp Do not use or install this product near water to avoid fire or shock hazard For example near a bathtub kitchen sink laundry tub or near a swimming pool Also do not expose the equipment to rain or damp areas e g a wet basement To safeguard the equipment against overheating make sure that all openings in the unit that offer exposure to air are unobstructed amp When the device is connected by Ethernet cable to a computer the cable should not exceed 100 metres in length Keep the device clean and avoid exposing it to direct sunlight for extended periods Do not place any metallic objects in the device WARNING Disconnect the power line from the device before se
8. 1 NetComm 9036 00 60 64 B28E 66 100 dt 2 NetComm 4434 00 60 64 B8 59 7B 100 CY 2 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 16 a gt NetCommWireless Connection Wizard Step 2 of 2 Enter your broadband hub router s wireless key then click Finish Wireless Security Security WPA2 PSK AES Wireless key lessssesees 8 63 characters or 64 hex digits 3 In the Wireless key field enter the password of the selected network and click Finish Connection Wizard Step 2 of 2 Connecting to the Access Point is in progress please wait a moment c Connecting to the Access Pointis in progress please wait a moment When the connection is successful the following screen is displayed Connection Wizard Step 2 of 2 Connection successful Connection successful The management IP address may have changed Please refer to your routers administration interface to deteremine the IP address of the WiFi Extender Click the OK button Your WiFi Extender is now connected and has been assigned an IP address by the router To continue configuring the WiFi Extender access your router s web configuration interface to find the IP address assigned to the WiFi Extender Refer to your router s user guide for more information When you have found the IP address of the WiFi Extender enter it into yo
9. ON Wireless network SSID Wireless Network name The SSID can contain no more than 32 characters Illegal characters including the initial character cannot be The SSID cannot contain such string case sensitive BTWiFi Auto BT BTFON BTOpenzone DIRECT Security Security is used to set the encryption mode to protect your wireless network You can select one from the dropdown list Wireless key Please enter a password for your wireless network The length of the password should be between 8 63 characters or within 64 HEX digits Sets the channel used for the SGHz band es 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 20 a lt gt NetCommWireless Wireless Advanced Settings This page allows you to configure advanced settings of the wireless radio The default settings are optimal for most situations We recommend that you do not change these settings unless you are aware of the effect that they will have Wireless Advanced Settings This page allows you to configure advanced settings of the wireless radio The default settings are optimal for most situations We recommend that you do not change these settings unless you are aware ofthe effect of they will have Wireless advanced settings Frequency Fragmentation Length 256 2346 CTSIRTS Threshold 256 2346 Preamble Mode Long preamble Tra
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11. Warranties are in addition to your rights and remedies under applicable Consumer Protection Laws which cannot be excluded see Consumer Protection Laws Section above Subject to your rights and remedies under applicable Consumer Protection Laws which cannot be excluded see the Consumer Protection Laws Section above the Product Warranty is granted on the following conditions 1 the Product Warranty extends to the original purchaser you the customer and is not transferable 2 the Product Warranty shall not apply to software programs batteries power supplies cables or other accessories supplied in or with the product 3 the customer complies with all of the terms of any relevant agreement with NetComm and any other reasonable requirements of NetComm including producing such evidence of purchase as NetComm may require 4 the cost of transporting product to and from NetComm s nominated premises is your responsibility 5 NetComm Wireless Limited does not have any liability or responsibility under the Product Warranty where any cost loss injury or damage of any kind whether direct indirect consequential incidental or otherwise arises out of events beyond NetComm s reasonable control This includes but is not limited to acts of God war riot embargoes acts of civil or military authorities fire floods electricity outages lightning power surges or shortages of materials or labour and 6 the customer is responsible for the
12. any cordless phone that operates on the 2 4GHz band check manufacturer s information If this fixes the problem your phone may be interfering with the NP126 If your phone supports channel selection change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network For example change the phone to channel 1 and move your NP126 to channel 11 See your phone s user manual for detailed instructions If necessary consider switching to a 900MH7z or 5GHz cordless phone d D DI DI NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www netcommwireless com 9 gt NetCommWireless Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network In locations where homes or offices are close together such as apartment buildings or office complexes there may be wireless networks nearby that can conflict with your wireless network Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the Wireless Utility of your wireless adapter to locate any other wireless networks that are available See your wireless adapter s user manual and switch your 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 10 gt NetCommWireless Hardware installation 1 Connect a PC to the WiFi Extender using th
13. e Ethernet cable provided in the package 2 Plug the WiFi Extender into the wall socket 3 Turn the power switch to the ON position Accessing the NP126 for the first time For the initial setup procedure you may connect to the NP126 by Ethernet cable or by WiFi The following diagram illustrates the methods you may use to connect to the NP126 for the initial configuration 2 4GHZ S 5GHZ A 192 168 40 X 192 168 40 1 192 168 40 X 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 PC configuration By default the LAN IP address of the router is 192 168 40 1 the subnet mask is 255 255 255 0 and the intelligent DHCP server is enabled It is recommended that you set your network adapter to Obtain an IP address automatically Under the Router mode the connected PC can obtain a set of TCP IP settings Including IP address subnet mask gateway and DNS server es Note The following steps describe configuration using Windows 7 Other versions of Windows may differ slightly To manually set the network adapter perform the following 1 Right click the network icon in the system tray and choose Open Network and Sharing Center from the pop up menu Troubleshoot problems Open Network and Sharing Center irer d Sree ask Pr TDR 55 03 2014 The Network Sharing Center window appears 2 Th
14. e NP126 shows up in the Network and Sharing Center as an Unidentified Network Left click on the Local Area Connection link on the right side of the window NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www netcommwuwireless com 11 AA NetCommWireless Control Panel H i i i ul 7 View your basic network information and set up connections Change adapter settings A A S Q See full map a Change advanced sharing PEE Unidentified a ad This computer View your active networks Connect or disconnect Unidentified network Access type No network access Public network Connections Y Local Area Connection 2 Change your networking settings C Set up a new connection or network Set up a wireless broadband dial up ad hoc or VPN connection or set up a router or access point y Connect to a network Connect or reconnect to a wireless wired dial up or VPN network connection Choose homegroup and sharing options Access files and printers located on other network computers or change sharing settings Troubleshoot problems Diagnose and repair network problems or get troubleshooting information See also HomeGroup Internet Options Windows Firewall The Local Area Connection Status window is displayed Aa x gt ka dS SE p Control Panel All Control panel Items Network and Sharing Center v Search Control Panel D ey Note If multiple network cards are installed on your PC you may see multiple networks To be
15. e standards are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio noise and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions detailed within this manual may cause interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur with the installation of this product in your home or office If this equipment does cause some degree of interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on we encourage the user to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Change the direction or relocate the receiving antenna il Increase the separation between this equipment and the receiver lil Connect the equipment to an alternate power outlet on a different power circuit from that to which the receiver TV is connected IV Consult an experienced radio TV technician for help 4 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 Failure to do so may cause damage to this product fire or result in personal injury Consumer Protection Laws Australian and New Zealand consumer law in certain circumstances implies mandatory guarante
16. ender detailing the IP Address assigned the MAC Address of the client and the Device Name Click the Refresh button to update the listing Device List All devices connected to your Wi Fi Extender Wireless Devices L IP Address MAC Address Device Name www netcommwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 22 a AA NetCommWireless System Select the System menu The System submenus include Status System Information System Logs Set Password Firmware Upgrade and Reboot Status Select System gt Status This page shows the connection status and signal strength of the connected uplink device System Information Connection Status Status of connection between your broadband router and the Wi Fi Extender connection status connected Signal strength 43dBm Select System gt System Information and the following page appears System Information Wi Fi Extenders firmware version and MAC addresses System Info Hardware version V1 0 0 Firmware version V1 0 5 Product name NP126 N600 Dual Band WiFi Extender LAN Port MAC Address 00 60 64 93 21 58 Wireless Port MAC Address 2 4GHz 00 60 64 93 21 5B MAC Address 5GHz 00 60 64 93 21 54 This page displays the system information including basic system information MAC Address of the Ethernet port and wireless port System Logs Select System gt System Logs to display this page The System log displays log information which is useful for troubles
17. er to see if distance is the problem Note While some of the items listed below can affect network performance they will not prohibit your wireless network ey from functioning if you are concerned that your network is not operating at its maximum effectiveness this checklist may help 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 Try not to place the NP126 near a cordless telephone that operates at the same radio frequency as the NP126 2 4GHz D D Avoid obstacles and interference Avoid placing your NP126 near devices that may emit radio noise such as microwave ovens Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include Refrigerators Washers and or dryers Metal cabinets Large aquariums Metallic based UV tinted windows If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots make sure that objects such as those listed above are not blocking the signal s path between your devices and the NP126 d d d d d d Cordless Phones If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after considering the above issues and you have a cordless phone Try moving cordless phones away from your NP126 and your wireless enabled computers Unplug and remove the battery from
18. es conditions and warranties which cannot be excluded by NetComm and legislation of another country s Government may have a similar effect together these are the Consumer Protection Laws Any warranty or representation provided by NetComm is in addition to and not in replacement of your rights under such Consumer Protection Laws If you purchased our goods in Australia and you are a consumer you are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure If you purchased our goods in New Zealand and are a consumer you will also be entitled to similar statutory guarantees NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www netcommwuwireless com 29 gt NetCommWireless Product Warranty All NetComm Wireless products have a standard one 1 year warranty from date of purchase however some products have an extended warranty option refer to packaging and the warranty card each a Product Warranty To be eligible for the extended warranty option you must supply the requested warranty information to NetComm Wireless Limited within 30 days of the original purchase date by registering online via the NetComm Wireless web site at www netcommwuwireless com For all Product Warranty claims you will require proof of purchase All Product
19. excluded see the Consumer Protection Laws Section above NetComm Wireless Limited accepts no liability or responsibility for consequences arising from the use of this product NetComm Wireless Limited reserves the right to change the specifications and operating details of this product without notice If any law implies a guarantee condition or warranty in respect of goods or services supplied and NetComm Wireless s liability for breach of that condition or warranty may not be excluded but may be limited then subject to your rights and remedies under any applicable 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 repairing the goods paying the cost of replacing the goods or of acquiring equivalent goods or paying the cost of having the goods repaired or ii in the case of a supply of services NetComm Wireless Limited doing either or both of the following supplying the services again or paying the cost of having the services supplied again To the extent NetComm Wireless Limited is unable to limit its liability as set out above NetComm Wireless Limited limits its liability to the extent such liability is lawfully able to be limited www netcommwuwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide
20. ghts subsisting in relating to or arising out this Manual are owned by and vest in NetComm Wireless ACN 002490486 NetComm Wireless Limited or its licensors This Manual does not transfer any right title or interest in NetComm Wireless Limited s or its licensors intellectual property rights to you You are permitted to use this Manual for the sole purpose of using the NetComm Wireless product to which it relates Otherwise no part of this Manual may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means be it electronic mechanical recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of NetComm Wireless Limited NetComm NetComm Wireless and NetComm Wireless Limited are a trademark of NetComm Wireless Limited All other trademarks are acknowledged to be the property of their respective owners Customer Information The Australian Communications amp Media Authority ACMA requires you to be aware of the following information and warnings 1 This unit may be connected to the Telecommunication Network through a line cord which meets the requirements of the AS CA S008 2011 Standard 2 This equipment incorporates a radio transmitting device in normal use a separation distance of 20cm will ensure radio frequency exposure levels complies with Australian and New Zealand standards 3 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Standards for C Tick and or A Tick as set by the ACMA Thes
21. hooting connection problems system Logs EE Bhs TE kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel kernel NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 23 Authentication failled 4 2 MIC error A STA is rejected by 802 1x daemon 98 FE A wireless client is associated 98 FE 94 WPA2 AES PSE authentication in progress A wireless client is associated 98 FE 94 Authentication failled 4 2 MIC error A STA is rejected by 802 1x daemon 98 FE A wireless client is associated 98 FE 94 WPA2 AES PSE authentication in progress gt A wireless client is associated 98 FE 94 Authentication failled 4 2 MIC error A STA is rejected by 802 1 daemon 58 FE A wireless client is associated 98 EE 84 gt WPAZ AES PSE authentication in progress gt A wireless client is associated 98 FE 94 z Authentication failled 4 2 MIC error A STA i s rejected by 602 12 daemon 58 FE A wireless client is associated BB EE Hd WPAZ AES PSK authentication in progress A wireless client is associated 38 FE 94 www netcommwireless com gt NetCommWireless Set Password Select System gt Set Password The following page appears Old password DO On this page you can modify the login password After you have entered the old passw
22. less com 5 ZA NetCommWireless 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 The images below describe the meaning of each indicator and button The NP126 is located too far from the router to provide a reliable EON signal om The NP126 is located just out of the optimal range of the connected router Optimal signal and distance from the connected router to provide the widest coverage area for your network d C The NP126 has a good signal to the router but is too close to tm OD maximize the coverage area 0 CO CO o The NP126 has a strong signal to the router but is too close to C3 maximize the coverage area When illuminated indicates that the NP126 is correctly powered wes and is switched on When illuminated indicates that the NP126 is connected to an active Ethernet connection WPS button LED Press and hold the WPS button for between 1 and 2 seconds then release to trigger the WPS connection when you are connecting a client device to the NP126 Press and hold the button for between 4 and 9 seconds then release to trigger the WPS connection when you are connecting the NP126 to a router The WPS LED blinks when the WPS process is triggered www
23. nel gt Network and Sharing Center Click on Change Adapter settings on the left hand side Right click on Wireless Network Connection and select Connect Disconnect Select the wireless network listed on your included wireless security card and click Connect Enter the network key refer to the included wireless security card for the default wireless network key You may then see a window that asks you to Select a location for the wireless network Please select the Home location 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 Select the wireless network listed on your included wireless security card and click Connect On the new window select Show Password type in the network key refer to the included wireless security card for the default wireless network key in the Password field and then click on OK To check the connection click on the Airport icon and there should be a tick on the wireless network name Note For other operating systems or if you use a wireless adaptor utility to configure your wireless connection please consult the wireless adapter documentation for instructions
24. nsmit Power Control FIELD DESCRIPTION Use the drop down list to select the frequency that you wish to configure Fragmentation length This specifies the maximum size of a packet during the fragmentation of data to be transmitted If you set this value too low it will result in bad performance CTS RTS Threshold When the packet size is smaller than the RTS threshold the wireless router will not use the RTS CTS mechanism to send this packet Preamble Mode A radio preamble is a part of a datagram packet at the head of the Physical Layer Convergence Protocol PLCP to increase throughput Shortening the preamble reduces the size of the data packet increasing throughput However not all wireless network adapters are able to use this setting Transmit Power Control This determines the transmission or output power of the broadcast wireless signal WPS Settings Click Advanced gt WPS Settings and the following page appears WPS Settings WPS lets you use push button PBC or PIN to connect to the NetComm Wireless NP126 instead of manually entering a network name SSID and wireless security Note The WPS physical button on the NP126 can be used without the need to access ve perenne button for up to 2 seconds to connect the NP126 to your WiFi client Press and hold the WPS button for 4 9 seconds to connect the NP 126 to your WiFi Access Paint WPS Configuration Enable WPS Down Link Pac PBC OPIN Up Link Pac PBC
25. nter admin without the quotes as the username and password CORRECTIVE ACTION Delete the temporary web files and log in again In Internet Explorer click Tools Internet Options and then click the Delete Files button When a Delete Files window displays select Delete all offline content and click OK Steps may vary depending on the version of your Internet browser Login Username and Password forgot my login username and or password CORRECTIVE ACTION Press the Reset button for 3 seconds and then release it When the Power LED begins to blink the defaults have been restored and the NP126 restarts You can now login with the factory default username and password admin without the quotes It is highly recommended to change the default username and password Make sure you store the username and password in a safe place WLAN Interface cannot access the NP 126 from the WLAN or ping any computer on the WLAN STEP CORRECTIVE ACTION Check the WiFi LED on the front of the unit and verify the WLAN is enabled as per the LED Indicator section mask of the NP126 and your computer s are on the same subnet You can check the router s configuration from the Network Setup page pe If you are using a static IP address for the WLAN connection make sure that the IP address and the subnet 2 NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www netcommwireless com 27 A gt NetCommWireless Technical Data The f
26. olerance EDEL EDEL EDER ER ERE iaat 28 Legal amp Regulatory Information sss sss sss s esec eee eee 29 IIe Me CU ral See C ICN a E A sdactaausnedanetecadenmsantouadeutosnnacnnad E E E 29 ETS dlan eire E A EN E A E EN E A P E A E E A E E 29 OT NS UTM ee ie E cigs cee nec ncesetseaew boc S ance ie abea ce oie ease neem cece need eaataue aaa oem cee neee cece sem gseneem accu eee ec staes ce eee cena eee eee 29 SSR al EST OT 30 LIAL ONL TAD INP AIIAN EE A A A A A E A EA EEE EN E N E E 30 GONE aie E E E E EE E E 31 NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www netcommwireless com 3 gt NetCommWireless Overview Introduction This manual provides information related to the installation operation and use of the NP126 Target Users 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 DI D A Web Browser such as Internet Explorer Google Chrome Mozilla Firefox Opera Safari etc dn Wireless Computer System Requirements Computer with a working 802 11b 802 11g or 802 11n wireless adapter Notation The following symbols are used in this manual A Indicates a note requiring attenti
27. ollowing table lists the hardware specifications of the NP126 FEATURE SPECIFICATION eWireless e 2 4GHz IEEE 802 11n g b e 5GHz IEEE 802 11n g NP126 only e Ethernet IEEE802 3 10 100 IEEE802 3u IEEE802 3ab e OFDM 1024 256 64 16 8 QAM QPSK BPSK and ROBO Modulation Scheme Wireless e JEEE802 11n BPSK QPSK QAM 16 QAM 64 e JEEE802 11g BPSK QPSK QAM 16 QAM 64 e IEEE802 11b CCK QPSK BPSK Wireless 64 128 bit WEP WPA WPA2 e SDRAM 64MB i e Supply voltage range 100VAC 240VAC 50 60HZ a a mints e Connects directly to wall e 1 x Power LED LED Indicators e 1 x Ethernet LED e 5 x Signal strength LEDs e 1 x RJ45 for 10 100 Base T LAN e 1 x Reset button e 1 x On Off Switch e 1 x WPS Button e 118 h x 67 w x 67 d mm Measurements e 165g adapter Environmental Temperature Kgs a l e Non Operating 40 C to 70 C e Operating 10 to 90 relative humidity non condensing e Non Operating 5 to 95 relative humidity non condensing Regulatory Approval Standards Network Support External Connectors Humidity Environmental Specitications Tolerances The NP126 housing enables it to operate over a wide variety of temperatures from UC 40 C operating temperature www netcommwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 28 lt gt NetCommWireless Legal amp Regulatory Information Intellectual Property Rights All intellectual property rights including copyright and trade mark ri
28. on A Indicates a note providing a warning ey Indicates a note providing useful information www netcommwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide A gt NetCommWireless Product Introduction Product Overview The N600 Dual Band WiFi Extender is the perfect product to combat weak wireless signals in the home or office With its dual functionality and featuring concurrent dual band WiFi the NP126 is the perfect product to give users a massive wireless boost If you have an existing wireless network that cannot service all areas the NP126 will work as a wireless repeater Simply plug the device into a convenient location it will pick up the existing weak wireless signal and redistribute a strong wireless signal for users to connect to No more non existent unstable or inconsistent wireless signals in the upstairs bedrooms living rooms at the end of the house or the far corner office If you have an existing Internet connection but no wireless or older Wireless G then the NP126 can connect directly into your modem router and act as a wireless N access point When in access point mode the NP126 connects into your modem router by 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 Also featuring a WPS button and advanced wireless security options the NP126
29. on establishing a wireless connection www netcommwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 26 a AA NetCommWireless Troubleshooting Using the indicator lights LEDs to Diagnose Problems The LEDs are useful aides for finding possible problem causes Power LED The Power LED does not light up STEP CORRECTIVE ACTION Make sure that the NP126 is plugged in to an appropriate power source Check that the NP126 and the power source are both turned on and device is receiving sufficient power If the error persists you may have a hardware problem In this case you should contact technical support Turn the NP 126 off and on Web Configuration cannot access the web configuration pages 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 Your computer s and the NP126 s IP addresses must be on the same subnet for LAN access You can check the subnet in use by the router on the Network Setup page If you are still not able to access the web configuration pages reset the router to the factory default settings by pressing the reset button for ten seconds and then releasing it When the Power LED begins to blink the defaults have been restored and the NP126 restarts Navigate to 192 168 40 1 in your web browser and e
30. ord and the new password twice click Apply to make the settings take effect ey Note After setting a new password and clicking Apply the page will go back to the login page You need to enter the new password to access the WiFi Extender s web configuration interface Firmware Upgrade Select System gt Firmware Upgrade The following page appears Clear config O Upload and Install This page is used to upgrade the software version of the WiFi Extender Click Browse and navigate to the update file stored on your computer If you select Clear Config the Extender restores to the default settings after upgrade If you do not select it the current settings will remain Click Upload and Install to start the upgrade After the upgrade is complete the WiFi Extender automatically reboots A Caution During upgrade do not power off the Extender or press the Reset button Reboot Select System gt Reboot The following page is displayed Reboot Upda are z FE No file selected Tepe PES Se www netcommwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 24 gt NetCommWireless The reboot page provides the ability to reboot the WiFi Extender backup the current configuration and restore the configuration from a backed up file Additionally the Restore button restores the WiFi Extender to the factor default configuration Logout Clicking the Logout menu button immedia
31. rk supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 40 2 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server E Validate settings upon exit Set the subnet mask to 255 255 255 0 and click OK After setting you can ping the default IP address of the wireless router to check whether the current connection between the PC and the wireless router is normal Click the Start button then type cmd and press Enter Note 192 168 40 1 in the ping command is the default IP address of the LAN interface of the Extender If the IP address changes enter the current 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 netcommwuwireless com 13 a ZAA NetCommWireless C gt ping 192 168 49 1 Pinging 192 168 40 1 with 32 bytes of data Reply from 192 168 40 1 bytes 32 time ims TTL 64 Reply from 192 168 40 1 bytes 32 time ims TTL 64 Reply from 192 168 40 1 bytes 32 time ims TTL 64 Reply from 192 168 40 1 bytes 32 time ims TTL 64
32. rvicing Transport and Handling When transporting the NP 126 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 www netcommwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 8 lt gt NetCommWireless Installation and Configuration of the NP126 Placement of your NP126 The wireless connection between your NP126 and your WiFi devices will be stronger the closer your connected devices are to your NP126 Your wireless connection and performance will degrade as the distance between your NP126 and connected devices increases This may or may not be directly noticeable and is greatly affected by the individual installation environment As the WiFi Extender is designed to increase the wireless range of your network it is best placed in a location that is neither too close nor too far from the router so as to achieve a good balance of range and performance You may need to try connecting the WiFi Extender to different power points in the area you wish to cover and observe the signal strength LEDs in order to find the best position for it If you have concerns about your network s performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors try moving the WiFi Extender to a position between three to five meters from the router in ord
33. s settings Select Frequency Wireless network SSID NetComm 9036 Security WPA2 PSK AES Wireless key 8 63 characters or 64 hex digits Click Apply to go to confirm your settings The WiFi Extender attempts to apply the settings Connection to Hub Router Connecting please wait a moment Cancel When the connection is successful the following screen is displayed Connection to Hub Router Connection successful The management IP address may have changed Please refer to your routers NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www netcommwireless com 19 A gt NetCommWireless Extended Wireless Network Click Advanced gt Extended Wireless Network and the following page appears Extended Wireless Network Set your Wi Fi Extenders network SSID security mode and wireless key for each band For advanced users only C Use the same SSID and security settings for both 4GHz and 5GHz bands Wireless network SsID Security Wireless key 8 63 characters or 64 45GHz Band Settings Enable 5GHz wireless Wireless network SSID Security Wireless key 8 63 characters or 64 5GHz Channel Channel Auto w On this page you can set the basic parameters of your extended wireless network If you wish to have the same SSID and security settings for both 2 4GHz and 5GHz bands select the checkbox at the top of the screen to enable this function The following table describes parameters on this page FIELD DESCRIPTI
34. security of their computer and network at all times Security features may be disabled within the factory default settings NetComm Wireless Limited recommends that you enable these features to enhance your security Subject to your rights and remedies under applicable Consumer Protection Laws which cannot be excluded see Section 3 above the Product Warranty is automatically voided if 1 you or someone else use the product or attempt to use it other than as specified by NetComm Wireless Limited 2 the fault or defect in your product is the result of a voltage surge subjected to the product either by the way of power supply or communication line whether caused by thunderstorm activity or any other cause s 3 the fault is the result of accidental damage or damage in transit including but not limited to liquid spillage 4 your product has been used for any purposes other than that for which it is sold or in any way other than in strict accordance with the user manual supplied 5 your product has been repaired or modified or attempted to be repaired or modified other than by a qualified person at a service centre authorised by NetComm Wireless Limited or 6 the serial number has been defaced or altered in any way or if the serial number plate has been removed Limitation of Liability This clause does not apply to New Zealand consumers Subject to your rights and remedies under applicable Consumer Protection Laws which cannot be
35. sure you are configuring the correct network we recommend using a single network card No network No network Enabled 05 41 03 100 0 Mbps 3 Click the Properties button The Local Area Connection Properties window is displayed www netcommuwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 12 lt gt NetCommWireless Q H Local Area Connection 2 Properties Connect using E USB to Ethemet Adapter This connection uses the following items O Client for Microsoft Networks fa QoS Packet Scheduler al File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Intemet Protocol Version b TCP IP v6 P Intemet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 wi Link Layer Topology Discovery Mapper 1 0 Driver i Link Layer Topology Discovery Responder Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks Cancel Left click the Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 option and then click the Properties button Select Use the following IP address and enter the IP address of the network adapter The IP address must be 192 168 40 X where X is a number in the range of 2 to 254 If you want to access the Internet through a wireless router you need to enter the default gateway and IP address of the DNS server correctly Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Properties General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your netwo
36. tely logs you out of the WiFi Extender s configuration interface You ve been logged out Click Return to login to login again Return to login NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide www netcommwuwireless com 20 ZAA NetCommWireless Additional Product Information Establishing a wireless connection Windows XP Service Pack 3 a T dL Bern Open the Network Connections control panel Start gt Control Panel gt Network Connections Right click on your Wireless Network Connection and select View Available Wireless Networks Select the wireless network listed on your included wireless security card and click Connect Enter the network key refer to the included wireless security card for the default wireless network key The connection will show Connected Windows Vista ee DA Open the Network and Sharing Center Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Sharing center Click on Connect to a network Choose Connect to the Internet and click on Next Select the wireless network listed on your included wireless security card and click Connect Enter the network key refer to the included wireless security card for the default wireless network key Select the appropriate location This will affect the firewall settings on the computer Click on both Save this network and Start this connection automatically and click Next Windows 7 PEDE REDE K ROSE Open the Network and Sharing Center Start gt Control Pa
37. ter Wireless Connection to Router Hub Wireless network SSID Wireless security None Connection status Disconnected Extender Wireless Network 2 4GHz Wireless network SSiD NetComm 6364 2 4GHz Wireless security WPAZ PSKJAES GHz Wireless network SsiD NetComm 0791 SGHz Wireless security WPA PSEIAES FIELD DESCRIPTION SSID of Router The SSID of connected uplink device It is blank when no uplink device is connected Wireless Security Mode The wireless security mode of connected uplink device It shows None when no uplink device is connected Connect Status The connection status of uplink connection It shows Connected if it connected to an uplink device It shows Disconnected if no uplink device is connected SSID of 2 4GHz Interface The SSID of the Extender in the 2 4GHz band 2 4GHz Wireless Security The wireless security mode of the Extender in the 2 4GHz band Mode SSID of 5GHZz Interface The SSID of the Extender in the 5GHz band 5GHz Wireless Security Mode The wireless security mode of the Extender in the 5GHz band If the Wireless Connection to Router Hub shows Disconnected you can click Start on the bottom of this page and the following figure appears Click Refresh to force the Extender to search available network Connection Wizard Step 1 of 2 Select your hub router s wireless network name from the list below and click Next Number of wireless networks found 37 SSID MAC Address Signal Select
38. the 2 4GHz or 5GHz wireless network of the NB16DG to extend the range of the wireless signal The NP126 becomes a DHCP client and is assigned an address by the NB16DG in the 192 168 20 X range The client device in this example a laptop may connect to the NP126 through 2 4GHz or 5GHz WiFi or via Ethernet cable dh 2 4 5GHZ 2 4 5GHZ K 192 168 20 1 192 168 20 X 192 168 20 X AP mode 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 If the router does have WiFi it provides you with additional coverage since clients can connect to the WiFi signal of the router or the NP126 2 4GHZ SGHZ 2 4GHZ G 5GHZ 3 192 168 20 1 192 168 20 X 192 168 20 X www netcommwireless com NetComm Wireless NP126 User Guide 18 A AA NetCommWireless Advanced Connection to Hub Router Select Advanced gt Connection to Hub Router and the following screen appears This page allows you to configure the connection between the WiFi Extender and your wireless broadband hub router Select the frequency enter the SSID select the Security Mode and enter the password of the router to which you are connecting Connection to Hub Router Wireles
39. thse lasanyts A E sida nh ncaianeteanacaainariieds 11 Making a wireless connection to the VIP BTS SFS sressccrenentawanvenkcdactentedewiachataeiantcsteatnsiusieelentedeatnckusneienbeveadeaiendt ERTE RE AE AEEA REREN 14 Web Based Configuration Mtr 6 sssrinin a Aa aA a a aai 15 EOGAIN TTT 15 a e LET a OERE EAE EEES ATE daca ced ahaa a i ect ne TEA OE IE TEA E E EA E E EA O T 16 CO O N a a E TERESE ERE E ERE EEN SENERE NERE TEE ERE ED EEN A 16 Ce eT 18 PRON AUG HT 19 Conmecion to AH UNI TTT 19 Extended Wireless NE e une ae ae E EE nied ae dere EE D ete eee 20 Mees POAC s Eae T 21 UP elas 21 Da O E e a E A EE E E E E A ESA E E E EE E E E A E E EO EE T 22 S e EET EET A N 23 E e E E E A E ET A E ET A ETE A E E E E E E 23 CS WO AU rc rset E EE E EE E EE E EE AE EE E cece 23 T LE 23 a Se TTT 24 SIE Uee 5 Nese e E poeta EE EE E EE EE E A EEE E uct EEEE EE E 24 Po Eee 24 LOGOUT aee N E E E E E E ETE A A ERE REESE FREIE REE 25 Additional Product Information issiron eE EEE aE aE a EEEa Ea EENE 26 Estanliening RI ae eaea 20 Windows XP Se vice FACK T 26 NICO SY GA eE E EE E E EE E tartare 26 POON Eaa E A E E E 26 Vae eie aa E E asec cele dette et E A AEE A A EEEE E E EEEE E dad acmmncedtes 26 TOES OG FIN e E E N E E E E E EE E 27 Using the indicator lights LEDs to Diagnose Problems iecissaverraevteiiasdedn vada biacaearnraededaaedednnbeo date aiedavaned ELERS ELERS ELLIS LEE LEE 27 TCI UCN DA TTT 28 Environmental Specifications 7 T
40. ur 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 netcommwuwireless com 17 ZAA NetCommWireless Mode Settings The mode settings page allows you to change the operation mode of the WiFi Extender In Repeater mode the WiFi Extender extends the range of an existing wireless network When in AP mode the WiFi Extender acts as an access point This is useful for adding a wireless network to a router that does not have a wireless function When in AP mode connect the WiFi Extender to a LAN port on the router using the provided Ethernet cable Mode Settings On this page you can choose your Wi Fi Extender work mode Repeater mode O AP mode Note that switching mode need to restart the device to take effect P Note Switching modes requires the WiFi Extender to be restarted in order for the change to take effect The following diagrams illustrate the different modes of operation Factory default setting The NP126 initially uses the IP address 192 168 40 1 and is accessible on both the 2 4GHz and 5GHz spectrums For illustration purposes the NetComm Wireless NB16DG ADSL Dual Band WiFi modem is pictured here with the IP address of 192 168 20 1 2 4GHZ 5GHZ 2 4GHZ 5GHZ N AN KORS 7A A N NA 192 168 20 1 192 168 40 1 Repeater mode In repeater mode the NP126 joins
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