Netgear WN3500RP Installation Guide
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1. MyNetworkName_5GEXT Connect your computer or WiFi devices to the new extended WiFi network Use the same WiFi password that you use for your WiFi router Unplug the extender and move it to a new location closer to the area with a poor WiFi signal The location that you choose must be within the range of your existing WiFi router network Plug the extender into an electrical outlet The Power LED lights green If the Power LED does not light press the Power On Off button Use the Link Rate LEDs et eull to help you choose a spot where the extender to router connection is optimal 8 Connect with Web Browser Setup 1 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 to Extender LED ot lights Open a web browser window from the same computer or WiFi device The browser takes you directly to the NETGEAR genie web browser setup If you are not automatically directed to NETGEAR genie launch a web browser and enter www mywifiext net in the address field Enter admin for the user name and password for the password The extender searches for WiFi networks in your area and displays a list SSID Security nowlan 69 WPAMVPA2 PSK NETGEAR 68 NETGEAR7I 67 NETGEAR 3G 63 NG_110 2 63 24023Validation_g 63 VWIPANYPA2 PSK 24023Validation_g1 63 WPA2 PSK qHub 61 WPA2 PSK nowlan WPAANP2. etc use the wireless manager to find the extender network names and connect For example you might use Windows software as shown below to connect your PC to the Extender network Network Tasks Refresh network ist Click an itam in the list Below to connect to a wireless network in range cr to gat more information T o j k Y Security enabled wireless network WPA2 aill NTGR_jtv _EXT O My wireless devices are connected to the Extender network Selecting this checkbox activates the Continue button Continue On iPads iPhones and MacBook computers this screen automatically closes Use a WiFi network manager on the computer or WiFi device to connect to the extender s newly created WiFi network Repeat this step for all of your computers and WiFi devices If the screen is still displayed on your computer or WiFi device select the check box at the bottom of the screen and click the Continue button ivi My wireless devices are connected to the Extender network Selecting this checkbox activates the Continue button 11 10 11 12 A message displays confirming that the extender is connected to the WiFi network Click the Finish button Unplug the extender and move it to a new location closer to the area with a poor WiFi signal The location that you choose must be within the range of your existing WiFi router network Plug the extender into an electrical outlet The Power
3. A2 PSK O O O O O O O Q Select a 2 4 GHz WiFi network to extend and click the Continue button Type the network password also called passphrase or security key in the Password field and click the Continue button Select a 5 GHz WiFi network and click the Continue button If your router does not support the 5 GHz band click the Skip button Type the network password also called passphrase or security key in the Password field and click the Continue button The following screen displays Extender to Router Device to Extender Apply Settings Name 2 4G SSID ngguest_2GEXT Name 5G SSID ngguest 5GEXT Use the same security mode and password as those for the existing network In the Name 2 4G SSID and Name 5G SSID field type the names SSIDs for your new extender WiFi networks and click the Continue button You can use the same security settings as the settings for your existing network by selecting the check box The settings are applied and the following screen displays Your Extender network has been created Extender network 2 4GHz b g n Extender network 5GHz an Wireless network name SSID ngguest_2GEXT Wireless network name SSID ngguest_5GEXT Security type WPAMVPA2 PSK Security type WPAMVPA2 PSK Passphrase ST Passphrase NN Next you will need to connect your wireless devices to the Extender network On your wireless device e g laptop tablet smartphone gaming console
4. Installation N600 WiFi Range Extender Model WN3500RP NETGEAR Getting Started 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 WiFi Range Extender Boosts the range of your existing WiFi amp creates a stronger signal in hard to reach areas Existing WiFi Sometimes your router does not provide the WiFi coverage you need Meet Your Extender Before you install your extender familiarize yourself with its LEDs buttons and port LEDs cecoccocoo AEZEZZZZZ cecocoecoeo Ce ee Oe ee Oe eeevecocce eeoeeveeeece e eveecooce eaveececcce cecccocoeo AEZEZZZZZ cecococoeo cecoeccescoece FE Power LED sete 0 2 4 GHz Link Rate LED eo 5 GHz Link Rate LED Set Device to Extender LED a Wy NOA ceeccesoese cecceoesoo ANZEZZZZZ 00000000 Buttons and Ports Audio port USB port Power On Off Factory Reset button BR m button WPS button ente pa a LED Descriptions Power LED e 2 4 GHz Link Rate LED 2 4GHZ 5 Ghz Link Rate LED 5GHz Device to Extender LED an WPS LED AG Solid amber The extender is booting Solid green The extender is powered on Off The extender is powered off This LED indicates the 2 4 GHz WiFi connection
5. LED lights green If the Power LED does not light press the Power On Off button Use the Link Rate LEDs e Ill ill to help you choose a spot where the 2 4GHz 5GHz extender to router connection is optimal 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 That device can then access your existing network through the WiFi connection Extender WiFi router Stream Music Using DLNA or AirPlay You can use DLNA or AirPlay to stream music to speakers or audio systems connected to the extender s audio jack The USB port on the extender can be used to power the speakers Log In to Access Extender Settings After installation you can log in to the extender to view or change the extender s settings 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 to Extender LED ot lights Launch a web browser Enter www mywifiext net in the address field of the browser A login screen displays Enter admin for the user name and password for the password NETGEAR genie displays Make any needed changes Frequently Asked Questions You can find more information about your product in the user manual which is available at http support netgear com T
6. between the extender and the router or access point Solid green Best connection Solid amber Good connection Solid red Poor connection Off No connection This LED indicates the 5 GHz WiFi connection between the extender and the router or access point Solid green Best connection Solid amber Good connection Solid red Poor connection Off No connection Solid green The extender is connected to a computer or WiFi device Off The extender is not connected to a computer or WiFi device Solid green WiFi security is enabled WPA or WPA2 Blinking green A WPS connection is in progress Off ViFi security is not enabled Install the WiFi Extender Prepare the extender place the extender apply power and connect it to your WiFi network Prepare the Extender You can use the AC plug or the stand and power adapter cord that came with your extender to plug it into an electrical outlet Note The AC plug varies by region AC Plug Power adapter cord 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 The Power LED e l lights green If the Power LED does not light press the Power On Off button Connect to an Existing WiFi Network To extend the range of your WiFi network you must connect the extender to your exis
7. g this NETGEAR product After installing your device locate the serial number on the label of your product and use it to register your product at https my netgear com You must register your product before you can use NETGEAR telephone support NETGEAR recommends registering your product through the NETGEAR website For product updates and web support visit http support netgear com NETGEAR recommends that you use only the official NETGEAR support resources You can get the user manual online at http downloadcenter netgear com or through a link in the product s user interface Trademarks NETGEAR the NETGEAR logo and Connect with Innovation are trademarks and or registered trademarks of NETGEAR Inc and or its subsidiaries in the United States and or other countries Information is subject to change without notice NETGEAR Inc All rights reserved Compliance For the current EU Declaration of Conformity visit http support netgear com app answers detail a_id 11621 For regulatory compliance information visit http www netgear com about regulatory See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply NETGEAR Inc 350 East Plumeria Drive 201 19849 02 USA San Jose CA 95134 September 2014
8. he web browser setup guide keeps asking me for my network password passphrase or security key and I 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 see Place the Extender and Apply Power on page 6 If you are using WEP security make sure that you are typing the network password in the correct field Will the extender work if connect it to the router with an Ethernet cable No The extender is designed to connect wirelessly to the router or access point What are the user name and password to log in to the extender The user name is admin and the default password is password Both are case sensitive 15 My router security is WEP and I entered the wrong passphrase or security key on the extender cannot access the extender anymore What can I do The extender cannot check to see if the WEP passphrase is correct If you entered the wrong passphrase your wireless device is not able to get the IP address from the extender You must reset the extender to its factory default settings to get the IP address back How do I restore the extender to its factory default 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 at least five seconds until the Power LED blinks amber 2 Release the Factory Reset button and wait for
9. the extender to reboot The extender resets and returns to the factory default settings You can now access the extender from your web browser using the factory default settings completed the Installation Wizard but my WiFi device is unable to get an IP address from the extender What should do Make sure that the password that you entered on your WiFi device is correct and power cycle the extender and your router If your WiFi device is still not able to get an IP address try the following Move the extender closer to your router and move your WiFi device closer to the extender Disable the WiFi on your WiFi device and enable it again to see if your WiFi device can get the IP address If your router has a MAC filter wireless access control or access list ACL disable it and add the device s MAC address to your router I am connected to NETGEAR_EXT and launched a browser Why can t I see the web browser setup guide Try these troubleshooting steps Make sure that your computer is set up to use DHCP most are Make sure that the Device to Extender LED is green and that you have a valid IP address Relaunch the web browser and type www mywifiext net in the address field Enter admin for the user name and password for the password 17 enabled a wireless MAC filter wireless access control or access list ACL on my router What should I do when installing the extender When the WiFi device connects
10. through the extender to your router the MAC address of the WiFi device shown on the router is translated to another MAC address If your router s MAC filter wireless 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 1 Log into your router and disable the MAC filter wireless access control or ACL For more information about how to disable your router s MAC filter wireless access control or ACL see your router s documentation 2 Power on the extender and connect all of your WiFi devices to the extender network 3 Make sure that the Link Rate LEDs remain lit Log in to your extender a Launch a web browser b Enter www mywifiext net in the address field of the browser 18 A login screen displays c Enter admin for the user name and password for the password Select Maintenance gt Attached Devices The Attached Devices screen displays the MAC addresses and virtual MAC addresses for computers and WiFi devices that are connected to the extender network On the router add all of the virtual MAC addresses from your extender to your router s MAC filter table Enable the router s MAC filter wireless access control or ACL Support Thank you for purchasin
11. ting WiFi network You can do this in one of two ways e Connect with WPS For more information see Connect with WPS on page 7 e Connect with web browser setup For more information see Connect with Web Browser Setup on page 9 Connect with WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS lets you join a secure WiFi network without typing 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 9 1 Press the WPS button on the extender The WPS LED blinks Within two minutes press the WPS button on your router or access point The WPS LED on the extender lights solid green the 2 4 GHz Link Rate LED e ml lights and the extender connects to your existing WiFi network If the 2 4 GHz Link Rate LED does not light try again If it still does not light see Connect with Web Browser Setup on page 9 If your WiFi router supports the 5 GHz band repeat Steps 1 and 2 to connect the extender to the 5 GHz band Find the new extended network name on your computer or WiFi device The extender s wireless network name SSID changes to your existing WiFi network name with _2GEXT or _5GEXT at the end of the name depending on whether the extender is connecting to your WiFi network in 2 4 GHz or 5 GHz For example e Existing WiFi network name MyNetworkName e New extended network name MyNetworkName_2GEXT or
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