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1. IP Address Device Name techpubs IP Address Device Name 00 00 00 00 00 01 00 00 00 00 00 10 MAC Address 00 1A4 6B 6D 8F 19 MAC Address Virtual MAC Address 02 00 00 00 00 01 02 00 00 00 00 10 Virtual MAC Address 02 0F B5 6D 8F 19 Virtual MAC Address In the WiFi Devices section select the Enable Access Control check box Network Settings 29 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender The WiFi devices table displays the names and MAC addresses of WiFi devices that are connected to the extender 7 Select the Deny check box for the device 8 Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved and that device cannot connect to the extender s WiFi network Set Up an Access Schedule You can control access to all users during specific periods of the day You can set up an access schedule that prevents Internet access through the extender network based on the times that you set gt To set up an access schedule 1 2 6 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Do More gt Access Schedule Access Schedule works in extender mode Laar More a Scheduled Times Select the Access Schedule On radi2. ccc ce eee n nen ens 30 Change the Extender s Device Name 0 0 cece cee eee eens 31 Set Up the Extender to Use a Static IP Address 0 0 0 32 Use the Extender With MAC Filtering or Access Control 33 Chapter 4 Maintain and Monitor the Extender Change the Extender User Name and Password 0e ee eeeeeee 35 Turn Password Protection Off and ON cece ene 36 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Recover a Forgotten User Name or Password 0 e cece eee eeees Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time 0 cee ee eee Manually Set the Extender Clock 344 66 lt cs4t4cscsaniosewadsdadbiddvioes Back Up and Manage the Extender Configuration 0 0 005 Back Up the Configuration SettingS 0 0 ccc cece eects Restore the Configuration Settings 0 cece cece cece nes Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings 005 Update the Firmware saccacarcoededee rena eesdaoaweeesteonceeoerceee ts Restart the Extender Remotely 0 0 ccc cece cece eee enn eaes Chapter 5 FAQs and Troubleshooting 2 0 ee ee ee ee eee ee eee eee ee ee ee eee eee ee er eae ee ee eee Cannot Connect to the Extender ccc cece cece eee teen nee Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message Appendix A Factory Settings and Technical Specifications Factory Default Settings e1 i soc we dcdecdoddedaasie
3. 32 to 140 F 0 to 40 C Operating humidity 90 maximum relative humidity noncondensing Interface Local 10BASE T 100BASE TX RJ 45 802 11ac 802 11a 802 11n 802 119 802 11b Factory Settings and Technical Specifications 49
4. factory default settings To reset the extender to factory default settings you can either use the Factory Reset button on the side panel or log in to the extender and reset it For a list of factory default settings see Factory Default Settings on page 48 gt To use the Factory Reset button to return the extender to factory default settings CAUTION This process erases any settings that you configured in the extender 1 Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole of the Factory Reset button and hold it for about seven seconds 4 A VAV lt Factory Reset button b AVAVAVAV 0 u0 Sd s MOpo J 2 Release the button 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 The extender resets and restarts This process takes about one minute Maintain and Monitor the Extender 40 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender gt To log in to the extender and reset the extender to factory settings CAUTION This process erases any settings that you configured in the extender 1 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser 2 Inthe address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens 3 Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays 4
5. 1 2 3 4 5 6 T 8 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Other Backup Settings Backup Restore Reset Create a backup file of your current Restore settings from a previously Restore all settings to factory defaults VVIFi Extender settings saved file lene RESET Click the BROWSE button Locate and select the previously saved backup file By default the name of the backup file is NETGEAR_EX6000 cfg A N CAUTION After you click the RESTORE button 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 Click the RESTORE button A confirmation pop up window opens Maintain and Monitor the Extender 39 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender 9 Confirm your decision The extender configuration is restored and the extender restarts This process takes about one minute Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings Under some circumstances for example if you lose track of the changes that you made to the extender settings you might want to erase the configuration and reset the extender to
6. and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Run Smart Setup Installation You can use Smart Setup to change the extender settings This is an easy way to connect the extender to a different router or to change the extender WiFi network name SSID or WiFi password gt Torun Smart Setup 1 Use a WiFi network manager on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect to the new extended WiFi network After the connection with the computer or WiFi device is established the Device Link LED lights solid green Launch a web browser Enter www mywifiext net in the address field of the browser A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the SMART SETUP button The Welcome page displays Click the WIFI RANGE EXTENDER button The extender scans for WiFi signals and finds the WiFi networks in your area and displays a list Select your WiFi network and click the NEXT button Get Started 17 8 10 11 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender When prompted enter the password to connect to your WiFi network and click the NEXT button A message displays when the extender connects to your existing router s WiFi network Click the NEXT button The extender applies your settings to its WiFi network names and WiFi passwords During this change the extender disconnects you from its WiFi network When prompted connect
7. if the devices that you want to use for gaming and streaming support the 5 GHz band but your WiFi router supports the 2 4 GHz band To activate FastLane mode 1 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Do More gt FastLane FastLane Technology lt WN rv ROUTER EXTENDER FastLane Technology Offer Select the FastLane Technology radio button The page adjusts and displays two more radio buttons Select a radio button e Router to Extender in 2 4 GHz only and Extender to Device in 5 GHz only e Router to Extender in 5 GHz only and Extender to Device in 2 4 GHz only Network Settings 21 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender 8 Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved View WiFi Settings gt To view the WiFi settings 1 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser 2 Inthe address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens 3 Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays 4 Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays 5 Select Settings gt Wireless a R
8. the Yes button to confirm The extender restarts which takes about two minutes Maintain and Monitor the Extender 43 FAQs and Troubleshooting This chapter covers the following topics e FAQs e Cannot Connect to the Extender e Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message 44 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender FAQs This section provides answers for difficulties you might experience with the extender The web browser setup keeps asking me for my network password passphrase or security key and am sure that entered the correct password What can do The extender is probably placed at the borderline of the range covered by the router or access point For more information about where to place the extender see Find the Best Location on page 14 lf you are using WEP security make sure that you are typing the network password in the correct field Can I set up the extender in extender mode if connect it to the router or access point with an Ethernet cable No The extender is designed to use a WiFi connection to the router or access point if it is in extender mode If the extender is in access point mode you can connect it to the router or access point with an Ethernet connection For more information about access point mode see Use the Extender in Access Point Mode on page 15 forgot my login email address and password What can I do In the login window click the Username amp Password Help l
9. the extender s WiFi connection Figure 4 Connect a device to the extender s Ethernet port Use the Extender in Access Point Mode You can use the extender as a WiFi access point which creates a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection Figure 5 Extender in access point mode Get Started 15 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender gt To use the extender in access point mode 1 2 3 Use an Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet port on the extender to an Ethernet LAN port on a router or a remote Ethernet LAN jack with LAN access Plug the extender into an electrical outlet and wait for the Power LED to light green If the Power LED does not light press the Power On Off button on the extender 4 To make sure that the extender is in access point mode check to see if the WPS Mode LED 10 11 12 13 14 15 is off If the WPS Mode LED is lit press the WPS Mode button for more than five seconds While the extender switches to access point mode the WPS Mode LED and Power LED blink for up to 50 seconds When the extender is in access point mode the WPS Mode LED turns off and the Power LED lights solid green Use a WiFi network manager on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect to the NETGEAR_EXT SSID WiFi network After the connection with the computer or WiFi device is established the Device Link LED lights Launch a web browser and enter www mywifiext net in the a
10. your WiFi devices to the extender WiFi network and click the CONTINUE button The registration page displays Complete the registration fields and click the FINISH button to complete the setup If you do not want to register your extender click the Skip Registration link Note that you must register your extender before you can use NETGEAR telephone support The Status page displays Get Started 18 Network Settings This chapter covers the following topics View Connected Devices Boost Your Video Streaming With FastLane Technology View WiFi Settings Change the WiFi Network Names Turn Off the SSID Broadcast to Create a Hidden Network Disable or Enable the WiFi Radios Change the WiFi Speed Use WPS to Add a Computer to the Extender s WiFi Network Deny Access to a Computer or WiFi Device Set Up an Access Schedule Change the Extender s Device Name Set Up the Extender to Use a Static IP Address Use the Extender With MAC Filtering or Access Control 19 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender View Connected Devices You can view a list of devices that are connected to the extender network gt To view connected devices 1 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click t
11. your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Wireless The WiFi Settings page displays scroll down and expand the IP Address heading IP Address Device Name EX6000 By default the Dynamically get IP Address From Router radio button is selected Select the Use Static IP Address radio button Complete the fields to specify the IP network IP addresses Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Network Settings 32 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Use the Extender With MAC Filtering or Access Control When the WiFi device connects through the extender to your router the MAC address of the WiFi device that is shown on the router is translated to another MAC address If your router s MAC filter WiFi access control or ACL is enabled the WiFi device connects to the extender but cannot get an IP address from the extender and cannot access the Internet To allow the WiFi device to receive an IP address from the extender and access the Internet you must provide the translated MAC address to the router To add a translated MAC address to your router i Log in to your router and disable the MAC filter WiFi access control or ACL For information about how to disable your router s MAC filter WiFi access control or ACL see y
12. Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays 5 Select Settings gt Other Settings Backup Settings Backup Restore Reset Create a backup file of your current Restore settings from a previously Restore all settings to factory defaults VWIFi Extender settings saved file BROWSE A N CAUTION After you click the RESET button 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 6 Click the RESET button A confirmation pop up window opens 7 Confirm your decision The extender returns to its factory settings and restarts This process takes about one minute Maintain and Monitor the Extender 41 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Update the Firmware Unless you changed the settings in the Firmware Update page previously the extender is set up to check for new firmware automatically at login 2 To check manually for new firmware and if available update the firmware 1 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Firmware Update Firmware Update Check for Update Upload Update File Locate and select th
13. Connected Devices The WiFi device displays onscreen Network Settings 28 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Deny Access to a Computer or WiFi Device By default access control is disabled so that it is easy for you to connect to the extender s WiFi networks You can deny network access to specific computers and WiFi devices based on their MAC addresses Each network device is assigned a MAC address which is a unique 12 character physical address containing the hexadecimal characters 0 9 a f or A F only and separated by colons for example 00 09 AB CD EF 01 Typically the MAC address is on the label of the WiFi device If you cannot access the label you can display the MAC address using the network configuration utilities of the computer You might also find the MAC addresses on the Connected Devices page see View Connected Devices on page 20 2 6 To use WiFi access control to deny access 1 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Connected Devices Connected Devices WiFi Extender IP Address Network Name SSID MAC Address 192 168 1 101 Millers_2GEXT Millers 5GEXT Wired Devices
14. Ds are easy for you to find and connect to from your computer tablet or smartphone You can turn off the SSID broadcast to create a hidden WiFi network To connect to a hidden network you must know its SSID and password and manually enter them gt To turn off the SSID broadcast to create a hidden network 1 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser 2 Inthe address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net Network Settings 23 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Wireless Regional Settings United States z General Ethernet ports to WiFi use the following band 2 4GHz Network 5GHz Network W Enable 5GHz WiFi Jetwork Name SSID NETGEAR68 5G 2_5GEXT W Broadcast this Network name SSID W Broadcast this Network name SSID WiFi Channel WiFi Channel WiFi Password Same as existing network password Clear the Broadcast the Network name SSID check box for each network Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Disable or Enable the WiFi Radios By default the extender s WiFi radios broadcast signals in the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz bands If you disable the WiFi radios then no one can connect with WiF
15. Extender Use WPS With the Push Button Method For you to use the push button method to connect a WiFi device to the extender s WiFi network the WiFi device that you are trying to connect must include a physical WPS button or an onscreen WPS button that you can click To use WPS to add a computer or WiFi device to the extender s WiFi network 1 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Do More gt Connect Devices WPS Connect Devices WPS You can securely connect WiFi client devices to the extender using the WPS feature Learn More Push Button recommended PIN Number Press the WPS button on your WIFi client device Within 2 minutes press the physical WPS button on the extender or the WPS button below WIFI PROTECTED SETUP VWV PS Leave the Push Button recommended radio button selected Click the WIFI PROTECTED SETUP WPS button For two minutes the extender attempts to add the computer or WiFi device to its WiFi network Within two minutes go to the computer or WiFi device and press or click its WPS button To verify that the WiFi device is connected to the extender s WiFi network se
16. NETGEAR AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Model EX6000 User Manual NETGEAR September 2015 202 11554 01 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose CA 95134 USA AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Support Thank you for purchasing this NETGEAR product You can visit www netgear com support to register your product get help access the latest downloads and user manuals and join our community We recommend that you use only official NETGEAR support resources Conformity For the current EU Declaration of Conformity visit http kb netgear com app answers detail a_id 11621 Compliance For regulatory compliance information visit http www netgear com about regulatory See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply Trademarks NETGEAR Inc NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are trademarks of NETGEAR Inc Any non NETGEAR trademarks are used for reference purposes only Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Meet Your Extender spockccevaveddaeee inde periadaneheeckewaonnendd dee 6 Front PANG 6 6 0 4 655 404 49464684 oe ond DAK ARR ED WS ESO O OM aR RGR Kw ew RRA 6 Sida eo a cca eek aaa oe wo em eed ed he bas ed ae 7 When to Use Your EXtender s 044 6cc0ccwwn ened sede ORO A ade OOOH ERED 7 How the Extender WOIMS 5 444 96 60400 0060445000ens lt eudedehssehed vege 8 Chapter 2 Get Started Use the Extender in Extender Mode 0 00 00 cc ccc cece eens 10 Place th
17. assword Settings The Password Settings page displays Select the Password Off or Password On radio button Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Recover a Forgotten User Name or Password If you changed the password to access the extender and set up password recovery you can recover your password if you lose it gt To recover your password to access the extender LE 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password Click the Username amp Password Help link A page displays requesting the answers to your security questions If you forgot the answers to your security questions restore the extender s factory settings and set up your login credentials again See Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings on page 40 and Chapter 2 Get Started 4 Enter the saved answers to your security questions Maintain and Monitor the Extender 36 T AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Click the NEXT button Your email and password are displayed Click the BACK button A login window opens Log in to the extender Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time 1 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login
18. d WiFi networks which might take up to one minute Use a WiFi network manager on the computer or WiFi device to connect to the new extended WiFi network You must connect your computer or WiFi device before you click the Continue button Click the Continue button A message displays confirming that the extender is connected and ready Click the Next button The registration page displays Complete the registration fields and click the Finish button to complete the setup If you do not want to register your extender click the Skip Registration link Note that you must register your extender before you can use NETGEAR telephone support The Status page displays Get Started 13 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender 14 Unplug the extender and move it to a location that is about halfway between your router and the area with a poor router WiFi signal o os es The location that you choose must be within the range of your existing WiFi router network 15 Plug the extender into an electrical outlet and wait for the Power LED to light green lf the Power LED does not light press the Power On Off button 16 Use the Router Link LED to help you choose a spot where the extender to router connection is optimal 17 If the Router Link LED doesn t light amber or green plug the extender into an outlet closer to the router and try again Keep moving the extender to outlets closer to the router until the Ro
19. ddress field The New Extender Setup page displays Click the NEW EXTENDER SETUP button When prompted complete the fields on the page to set up your login credentials and click the NEXT button A message displays that the extender is set to access point mode Click the NO button if you want to continue with the access point mode setup Set the network name SSID security option and password for each access point network and click the NEXT button Your settings are applied and the extender is ready to be used as an access point Use a WiFi network manager on the computer or WiFi device to connect to the new access point WiFi network Click the Continue button A page displays that says you successfully created an access point Click the Next button The registration page displays Follow the onscreen instructions to register your extender Get Started 16 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Log In to the Extender After Installation After installation you can log in to the extender to view or change the extender s settings gt To log in to the extender 1 Use a WiFi network manager on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect to the new extended WiFi network After the connection with the computer or WiFi device is established the Device Link LED lights solid green Launch a web browser Enter www mywifiext net in the address field of the browser A login window opens Enter your email address
20. e Extender and Apply Power 0 ccc cece cece eee ees 10 Check for Extender Mode 0 0 ccc ccc cee eee ee eens 10 Connect to an Existing WiFi Network 0 00 cece cece eee ee aes 10 Find the Best Location 44 4 44 54 G0 655 66 64b 005040 506 406450464440 asa Rd ads 14 Connect an Ethernet Enabled Device 0 0 0 ccc ccc eee 15 Use the Extender in Access Point Mode 0 00 0 ccc cece eee ees 15 Log In to the Extender After Installation 0 0 cece eee eee 17 Run Smart Setup Installation 0 0 0 ccc cece ence eens 17 Chapter 3 Network Settings View Connected Devices 0 ccc ce eee e rnern rnnr 20 Boost Your Video Streaming With FastLane Technology 20 View WiFi SCUINO Sco eccnebntud ened eed ee ce besesendewboeneciesknea sewed 22 Change the WiFi Network Name s 0 00 0 ccc e cece ence teen eens 22 Turn Off the SSID Broadcast to Create a Hidden Network 23 Disable or Enable the WiFi RaglOS ss40 lt 6cticiccreusdieeedawsdaiticdidean 24 Change the WiFi SPCCG 2 tt sdene aca terecebeddeiseee beaeus oaac80us 4 25 Use WPS to Add a Computer to the Extender s WiFi Network 26 Use WPS With the Push Button Method 0 0 cece cece ee ees 27 Use WPS With the PIN Method 222 2 icsidicciseveseeneetecatsaadweds 28 Deny Access to a Computer or WiFi Device 0 cece eee eee 29 Set Up an Access Schedule 0 0
21. e a spot where the extender to router connection is optimal lf the Router Link LED doesn t light amber or green plug the extender into an outlet closer to the router and try again Get Started 11 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Keep moving the extender to outlets closer to the router until the Router Link LED lights amber or green On your computer or WiFi device find and connect to the new extended WiFi network The extender creates two new extended WiFi networks The extender s new WIFI network names are based on your existing WiFi network name with _2GEXT and _5GEXT at the end of the name For example e Existing WiFi network name MyNetworkName e New extended network names MyNetworkName_2GEXT and MyNetworkName_5GEXT Use the same WiFi password that you use for your WiFi router Test the extended WiFi range by moving your computer or WiFi device to the area with a poor router WiFi signal a Leave your computer or WiFi device in the area with a poor router WiFi signal and return to the extender b Check the Device Link LED on the extender e If the Device Link LED is solid green or amber your extended WiFi network reaches the area with a poor router WiFi signal and your network setup is complete e Ifthe Device Link LED is red your extended WiFi network does not reach the area with a poor router WiFi signal You must move the computer or WiFi device closer to the extender until the Device Link LED turn
22. e update file on your device CHECK ONLINE Click the CHECK ONLINE button If new firmware is available follow the onscreen prompts to download it onto your computer Note You might need to unzip the firmware file Click the BROWSE button Locate and select the new firmware file The firmware file name ends with a chk extension AN CAUTION After you click the UPLOAD button 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 10 Click the UPLOAD button The firmware update starts and the extender restarts The firmware update process takes about two minutes Maintain and Monitor the Extender 42 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Restart the Extender Remotely You can log in to the extender and restart it When the extender restarts all computers and WiFi devices that are connected to its WiFi network are automatically disconnected gt To restart the extender remotely 1 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Other Settings The Other Settings page displays Click the RESTART button and click
23. e user name and password to log in to the extender gt To add an extender user 1 2 O p Np On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Password Password Settings urn on or off password protection or change a p In the New User Name field type an email address Type the password in the New Password field and the Verify Password field Select questions and enter the answers Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Maintain and Monitor the Extender 35 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Turn Password Protection Off and On We recommend that you leave password protection on to help keep your network secure You can turn password protection off and on gt To turn password protection off or on 1 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt P
24. egional Settings United States Iz General Ethernet ports to WiFi use the following band 2 4GHz Network 5GHz Network W Enable 2 4GHz WiFi Enable 5GHz WiFi Network Name SSID Jetwork Name SSID NETGEAR68_2GEXT NETGEAR68 5G 2_5GEXT W Broadcast this Network name SSID W Broadcast this Network name SSID WiFi Channel WiFi Channel WiFi Password WiFi Password Same as existing network password Same as existing network password Change the WiFi Network Names gt To change the WiFi network names 1 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser Network Settings 22 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender 2 Inthe address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens 3 Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays 4 Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays 5 Select Settings gt Wireless WiFi Settings General 2 4GHz Network 5GHz Network W Enable 2 4GHz WiFi letwork Name SSID NETGEAR68_2GEXT W Broadcast this Network name SSID 6 In each Network Name SSID field type a network name 7 Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Turn Off the SSID Broadcast to Create a Hidden Network By default the extender broadcasts its WiFi signal so that its WiFi network names SSI
25. g the network name and password Note WPS does not support WEP network security If you are using WEP security follow the instructions in Connect With Web Browser Setup on page 12 To use WPS to connect the extender to your WiFi router 1 Press the WPS Mode button on the extender for less than five seconds until the WPS Mode LED blinks Note If you press the WPS Mode button for more than five seconds the extender switches to access point mode When the extender switches to access point mode the WPS Mode LED and Power LED blink and then the WPS Mode LED turns off and the Power LED lights solid green Within two minutes press the WPS button on your router or access point When the extender connects to your existing WiFi network the WPS Mode LED on the extender lights solid green and the Router Link LED lights If the Router Link LED does not light try again If it still does not light see Connect With Web Browser Setup on page 12 lf your WiFi router supports the 5 GHz band repeat Steps 1 and 2 to connect the extender to the 5 GHz band Unplug the extender and move it to a new location that is about halfway between your router and the area with a poor router WiFi signal oo ee The location that you choose must be within the range of your existing WiFi router network Plug the extender into an electrical outlet and wait for the Power LED to light green Use the Router Link LED to help you choos
26. he Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Connected Devices Connected Devices WiFi Extender IF Address Network Hame 510 MAC Address Millers 2GEXT Millers SGEXT Wired Devices IP Address Device Name MAC Address Virtual MAC Address 192 168 1 102 techpubs 00 1 4 6E6D 8F 19 MOF BS 50 8F 19 WiFi Devices Cl Enable Access Contr IP Address Device Name Virtual MAC Address CANCEL Boost Your Video Streaming With FastLane Technology Get the most out of your HD entertainment with FastLane technology With FastLane technology the extender connects to your router using one band and connects to your devices using another band Because a band is dedicated to each function performance is enhanced lf all your devices and your WiFi router support only the 2 4 GHz band or all your devices and your WiFi router support only the 5 GHz band do not enable FastLane Technology Network Settings 20 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender When you enable FastLane Technology two options are available Use the 2 4 GHz band to connect the extender to the WiFi devices and use the 5 GHz band to connect the extender to the WiFi router Use this mode if your WiFi router supports the 5 GHz band but the devices that you want to use for gaming and streaming support the 2 4 GHz band Use the 5 GHz band to connect the extender to the WiFi devices and use the 2 4 GHz band to connect the extender to the WiFi router Use this mode
27. i to the extender gt To enable or disable the WiFi radios 1 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button Network Settings 24 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Wireless WiFi Settings Regional Settings United States General Ethernet ports to WiFi use the following band 2 4GHz Network 5GHz Network W Enable 2 4GHz WiFi W Enable 5GHz WiFi letwork Name SSID letwork Name SSID NETGEAR68_2GEXT NETGEAR68 5G 2 5GEXT W Broadcast this Network name SSID W Broadcast this Network name SSID WiFi Channel WiFi Channel WiFi Password WiFi Password Same as existing network password Same as existing network password Select or clear the Enable 2 4 GHz WiFi check box Select or clear the Enable 5 GHz WiFi check box Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Change the WiFi Speed gt To change the WiFi speed 1 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and cl
28. ick the NO CONFIGURE MANUALLY button FAQs and Troubleshooting 46 Factory Settings and Technical Specifications A This appendix covers the following topics Factory Default Settings Technical and Environmental Specifications 47 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Factory Default Settings To reset the extender to factory default settings you can use the Factory Reset button on the side panel or you can log in and click the onscreen RESET button For more information see Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings on page 40 The following table shows the factory default settings Table 2 Factory default settings L e 1 Maximum WiFi signal rate IEEE Standard 802 11 Actual throughput can vary Network conditions and environmental factors including volume of network traffic building materials and construction and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate Factory Settings and Technical Specifications 48 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Technical and Environmental Specifications The following table shows the technical and environmental specifications Table 3 Technical specifications Technical Specifications Network protocol and Data and routing protocols TCP IP DHCP server and client DNS relay standards compatibility Physical specifications Dimensions 55 17 x 67 17 x 39 mm 2 17 x 2 64 x 1 54 in Weight 130 g 0 29 Ib Environmental Operating temperature
29. ick the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Network Settings 25 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender 5 Select Settings gt Wireless WiFi Settings General 2 4GHz Network 5GHz Network W Enable 2 4GHz WiFi 6 In each WiFi Speed menu select a speed 7 Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Use WPS to Add a Computer to the Extender s WiFi Network WPS WiFi Protected Setup lets you connect a computer or WiFi device to the extender s network without entering the WiFi network passphrase or key Instead you use a WPS button or enter a PIN to connect If you use the push button method the WiFi device that you are trying to connect must include a physical button or a software button If you use the PIN method you must know the PIN of the WiFi device that you are trying to connect WPS supports WPA and WPA2 WiFi security If your extender network is open no WiFi security is set connecting with WPS automatically sets WPA WPA2 WiFi security on the extender network and generates a random passphrase You can view this passphrase on the WiFi Settings page for more information see View WiFi Settings on page 22 For information about using WPS to connect the extender to a WiFi network during setup see Use the Extender in Access Point Mode on page 15 Network Settings 26 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range
30. in a WiFi network you must know its network name also called the SSID so that you can select it If the network is secure you must know the passphrase or key If the extender does not connect to the network that you select the cause might be one of the following lt is possible that you typed the network name passphrase or key incorrectly Use Smart Setup see Run Smart Setup Installation on page 17 to select a WiFi network and retype the passphrase or key The passphrase or key is case sensitive For example PASSWORD25 is not the same as Password25 or password25 If the extender cannot detect your WiFi network check to see if your WiFi network is still working Make sure that the WiFi router is turned on If possible move the extender closer to the WiFi router If the extender Device Link LED is red the WiFi connection between the WiFi router and the extender is poor You can establish the best connection with a clear line of sight between the extender and the WiFi router Make sure that no physical obstacles exist between the extender and the WiFi router and try to move the extender closer to the WiFi router If you use Smart Setup and the extender does not connect to the WiFi router does not connect to the Internet or cannot get an IP address from the WiFi router Smart Setup displays a message to notify you that the extender is not configured To run Smart Setup again click the YES button To manually configure the extender cl
31. ink and answer the security questions that you set up during the initial setup For more information see Recover a Forgotten User Name or Password on page 36 If you forgot the answers to your security questions you can restore the extender s factory settings and perform setup again gt To restore factory settings 1 Use a sharp object such as a pen or paper clip to press and hold the Factory Reset button on the extender for seven seconds until the Power LED lights amber 2 Release the Factory Reset button and wait for the extender to reboot The extender resets and returns to the factory default settings Cannot Connect to the Extender lf you cannot connect to the extender determine what prevents you from connecting e If you forgot your user name or password click the Username amp Password Help link For more information see FAQs on page 45 e f your browser displays an error page include http in the address field of your browser by typing http www mywifiext net e If you already set up the extender but can no longer connect to it over WiFi check to see if the Device Link LED is off or red If it is try moving your computer or WiFi device closer to the extender FAQs and Troubleshooting 45 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender If you cannot get a WiFi connection working you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your computer to the extender Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message To jo
32. lect Settings gt Connected Devices The WiFi device displays onscreen Network Settings 27 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Use WPS With the PIN Method To use the PIN method to connect a WiFi device to the extender s WiFi network you must know the PIN of the WiFi device that you are trying to connect To add a computer or WiFi device to the extender s WiFi network 1 2 10 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Do More gt Connect Devices WPS The Connect Devices WPS page displays Select the PIN Number radio button Connect Devices WPS You can securely connect WiFi client devices to the extender using the WPS feature Learn More O Push Button recommended PIN Number Locate the security pin on your WIFi client device and enter the pin below Type the PIN of the WiFi device in the field Click the NEXT button For four minutes the extender attempts to find the computer or WiFi device Within four minutes go to the WiFi device and use its WPS software to join the WiFi network To verify that the WiFi device is connected to the extender s WiFi network select Settings gt
33. o button The page adjusts Network Settings 30 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender In the Days menu and the Time menu select the day and time when you want to disable Internet access Click the Add Time button to add the time that you specified to the Scheduled Times table Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Change the Extender s Device Name The default name is EX6000 gt To change the extender s device name 1 2 T 8 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Wireless The WiFi Settings page displays Scroll down and expand the IP Address heading IP Address Device Name EX6000 In the Device Name field type a name Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Network Settings 31 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Set Up the Extender to Use a Static IP Address The extender comes set up to use a dynamic IP address which is the correct setting for most home networks gt To set up the extender to use a static IP address 1 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of
34. our router s documentation Power on the extender and connect all of your WiFi devices to the extender Make sure that the Link Rate LED remains lit Log in to your extender a Launch a web browser b Enter www mywifiext net in the address field of the browser A login window opens c Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Connected Devices The Connected Devices section displays the MAC addresses and virtual MAC addresses for computers and WiFi devices that are connected to the extender network On the router add the extender s virtual MAC address and all the virtual MAC addresses connected to the extender network to your router s MAC filter table Enable the router s MAC filter WiFi access control or ACL Network Settings 33 Maintain and Monitor the Extender This chapter covers the following topics e Change the Extender User Name and Password e Turn Password Protection Off and On e Recover a Forgotten User Name or Password e Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time e Manually Set the Extender Clock e Back Up and Manage the Extender Configuration e Back Up the Configuration Settings e Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings e Update the Firmware e Restart the Extender Remotely 34 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Change the Extender User Name and Password You can change th
35. r connection e Off No connection Device Link LED This LED indicates the connection between the extender and a computer or WiFi device C Solid green Best connection Solid amber Good connection Solid red Poor connection Off No connection Overview 6 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Table 1 Front panel LEDs continued Power LED Solid amber The extender is booting A POWER Solid green The extender is powered on Blinking green The extender is switching between extender mode and access point mode Off The extender is powered off WPS Mode LED Solid green The extender is in extender mode A WPS Mode Blinking green A WPS connection is being established or the extender is switching between extender mode and access point mode Off The extender is in access point mode Side Panels Power connector Power connector varies by region varies by region lt 4 Factory gt gt Reset pa Button lt lt Par 4 S lt j op WPS Mode button srala 9 lt b gt Q Power On Off Ethernet port lt button _ Figure 2 Buttons and port on the side panels When to Use Your Extender We recommend that you connect through the extender network only when the WiFi device is in a dead zone where the connection from the existing network is poor or nonexistent Data traffic routed through the extender is inherentl
36. s solid green or amber Connect With Web Browser Setup You can use a web browser to log in to the extender and set up its WiFi connection to your existing WiFi router gt To connect with web browser setup 1 Use a WiFi network manager on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect to the extender WiFi network NETGEAR_EXT After the connection with the computer or WiFi device is established the Device Link LED lights Launch web browser Enter www mywifiext net in the address field of the browser The New Extender Setup page displays Get Started 12 4 10 11 12 13 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Click the NEW EXTENDER SETUP button Create Account Complete the fields and click the NEXT button A message displays saying that the extender switch is set to extender mode Click the NO button if you want to continue with the extender mode setup The extender searches for WiFi networks in your area and displays a list Select a WiFi network to extend and click the NEXT button If you do not want to extend both WiFi bands clear the 2 4 GHz WiFi Networks or the 5 GHz WiFi Networks check box In the Password Network Key field type the existing WiFi network password also called passphrase or security key and click the NEXT button Set the network name SSID and password for your new extender WiFi network and click the NEXT button Wait for the page to display a list of available extende
37. settings but are not content with the new settings you can restore the extender configuration to the backed up settings Back Up the Configuration Settings You can back up the configuration file of the extender 2 To back up the extender configuration settings 1 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Settings gt Other Backup Settings Backup Restore Reset Create a backup file of your current Restore settings from a previously Restore all settings to factory defaults WiFi Extender settings saved file BROWSE RESET 6 Click the BACKUP button Your browser extracts the configuration file from the extender By default the name of the backup file is NETGEAR_Ex6000 cfg Maintain and Monitor the Extender 38 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender If your browser is not set up to save downloaded files automatically locate where you want to save the file Click the OK button The extender configuration settings are backed up Restore the Configuration Settings You can restore the configuration file of the extender to a previously saved configuration file To restore the extender configuration settings
38. uter Link LED lights amber or green 18 Reconnect your computer or WiFi device to the new extended WiFi network 19 Test the extended WiFi range by moving your computer or WiFi device to the area with a poor router WiFi signal a Leave your computer or WiFi device in the area with a poor router WiFi signal and return to the extender b Check the Device Link LED on the extender e If the Device Link LED is solid green or amber your extended WiFi network reaches the area with a poor router WiFi signal and your network setup is complete e Ifthe Device Link LED is red your extended WiFi network does not reach the area with a poor router WiFi signal You must move the computer or WiFi device closer to the extender until the Device Link LED turns solid green or amber Find the Best Location If the WiFi signal is weak the first time you join the extender network the Router Link LED or Device Link LED is amber or red If this happens adjust the position of the extender e lf the Router Link LED is amber or red move the extender closer to the router e If the Device Link LED is amber or red move the computer or WiFi device closer to the extender Get Started 14 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Connect an Ethernet Enabled Device After the extender is connected to your existing WiFi network you can connect a wired device to the extender using an Ethernet cable The device can then access your existing network through
39. waaeratanekakon ena Technical and Environmental Specifications 0 0 0 cece cece ee eee Overview The NETGEAR WiFi Range Extender increases the distance of a WiFi network by boosting the existing WiFi signal and enhancing the overall signal quality over long distances An extender repeats the signals from an existing WiFi router or access point This chapter covers the following topics e Meet Your Extender e When to Use Your Extender e How the Extender Works Note For more information about the topics covered in this manual visit the support website at support netgear com Note Firmware updates with new features and bug fixes are made available from time to time at downloadcenter netgear com Some products can regularly check the site and download new firmware or you can check for and download new firmware manually AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Meet Your Extender Before you install your extender familiarize yourself with its LEDs buttons and port Front Panel Router Device Link LED Link LED a O Power LED ove Ho WPS Mode LED Se A Wr smote NETGEAR d Figure 1 Front panel LEDs The following table describes the LEDs Table 1 Front panel LEDs This LED indicates the connection between the extender and the router or Router Link LED A COES POIN e Solid green Best connection e Solid amber Good connection e Solid red Poo
40. window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Do More gt Access Schedule The Access Schedule page displays Select the Automatically adjust for daylight savings time check box Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Manually Set the Extender Clock gt To manually set the extender clock 1 2 On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter www mywifiext net A login window opens Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button The Status page displays Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays Select Do More gt Access Schedule Maintain and Monitor the Extender 37 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender The Access Schedule page displays In the Extender Clock section select the Manual radio button 7 To specify the time complete the fields or click the Sync Clock button to synchronize the extender time to the time on the computer or WiFi device that you are using Click the SAVE button Your settings are saved Back Up and Manage the Extender Configuration When the extender works correctly after initial setup we recommend that you back up the extender configuration settings After you back up the settings if you change the extender configuration
41. xtender to your WiFi network Note You can also use the extender as a WiFi access point and create a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection See Use the Extender in Access Point Mode on page 15 Place the Extender and Apply Power gt To place the extender and apply power 1 Place your extender in the same room as your WiFi router Proximity to the WiFi router is required only during the initial setup process 2 Plug the extender into an electrical outlet 3 Wait for the Power LED to light amber and then turn green If the Power LED does not light press the Power On Off button on the side of the extender Check for Extender Mode To make sure that the extender is in extender mode check to see if the WPS Mode LED is solid green If the WPS Mode LED is off press the WPS Mode button for more than five seconds When the extender is in extender mode the WPS Mode LED and Power LED blink and then light solid green Connect to an Existing WiFi Network To extend the range of your WiFi network you must connect the extender to your existing WiFi network You can do this in one of two ways e Connect with WPS For more information see Connect With WPS on page 11 e Connect with web browser setup For more information see Connect With Web Browser Setup on page 12 Get Started 10 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Connect With WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS lets you join a secure WiFi network without typin
42. y slower than traffic routed directly from the network Overview 7 AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender How the Extender Works The extender works like a bridge between a WiFi router or a WiFi access point and a WiFi device outside the range of the WiFi router The extender performs two main jobs e The extender connects to a working WiFi network When the extender connects over WiFi to an existing network it functions as a network client similar to how a WiFi device connects to a network e The extender acts as an access point for WiFi devices The extender broadcasts its own WiFi network that WiFi devices can join In its role as an access point the extender performs tasks that WiFi routers do such as broadcasting its network name SSID The extender must do each of these jobs so that both ends of the bridge are in place WiFi Range Extender Boosts the range of your existing WiFi and creates a stronger signal in hard to reach areas _ Existing WiFi Sometimes your router does not provide the WiFi coverage that you need Figure 3 Range extender in a home Overview 8 Get Started This chapter covers the following topics Use the Extender in Extender Mode Use the Extender in Access Point Mode Log In to the Extender After Installation Run Smart Setup Installation AC750 Dual Band WiFi Range Extender Use the Extender in Extender Mode Place the extender apply power and connect the e
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