Netgear EX6100-100NAS
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1. In the Password field type the network password also called passphrase or security key and click the Continue button Select the Private Network or Public Network radio button and click the Continue button Install Your Extender 12 AC750 WiFi Range Extender 9 In the Name 2 4G SSID and Name 5G SSID fields type names SSIDs for your new extender WiFi network and click the Continue button Name 2 4G SSID Millers_2GEXT Name 5G SSID Millers_5GEXT Note You can use the same security settings as your existing network by selecting the check box The settings are applied and the following screen displays ollow the instructions below to connect you devices to the extended network 2 4GHz Extender Network 5GHz Extender Network Name SSID Millers_2GEXT Name SSID Millers_5GEXT Security VWWPA2 PSK Security None Password network key Connect your devices like a laptop tablet smart TV etc to your extended network For example on your laptop you may use the Windows WiFi manager to connect to the newly extended network Wireless Network Connection Network Taske Choose a wireless network Refresh network list Click an kem in the ist belloay to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information 3 NETGEAR EXT Sa Setup a wireless network U for s home or smal office Unsecured wireless network will Cl Once you have connected your devices mark the checkbox and click the Co2. can access the extender s WiFi networks For increased security you can restrict access to the extender s WiFi networks so that only wireless devices with the MAC addresses that you add to an access list can connect Each network device has a MAC address which is a unique 12 character physical address containing the hexadecimal characters 0 9 a f or A F only separated by colons for example 00 09 AB CD EF 01 Typically the MAC address is on the label of the wireless device If you do not have access to 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 Attached Devices screen see View Wired and Wireless Network Devices on page 39 A N CAUTION If you use a wireless device to set up the access list add your wireless device to the access list Otherwise you are disconnected when you click the Apply button To avoid this situation use a computer with a wired connection to access the extender Before you enable the access list you must add the MAC addresses of the wireless devices that you want to allow to access the WiFi network of the extender gt To set up and enable the access list 1 On your computer launch a web browser 2 Inthe address field of your browser enter http Awww mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type h
3. 4 Select Maintenance gt Backup Settings Save a Copy of Current Settings Restore Saved Setting from a File Revert to Factory Default Settings Monitor and Maintain the Extender 36 AC750 WiFi Range Extender 5 Click the Browse button 6 Locate and select the previously saved backup file By default the name of the backup file is NETGEAR_EX6100 cfg AN 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 7 Click the Restore button A confirmation pop up screen displays 8 Confirm your decision The extender restarts This process takes about one minute Return the Extender to Its Factory Settings To reset the extender to its factory settings you can use the Factory Reset button or the Erase feature For information about the factory settings see Factory Default Settings on page 46 Use the Factory Reset Button to Restore Factory Settings CAUTION This process erases any settings that you have configured in the extender gt To restore factory settings 1 Insert a paper clip into the Factory Reset hole and hold it until the Power LED blinks m amber 2 Release the button All the LEDs turn off for about 3 seconds The Power LED lights solid amber for about 30 seconds The Power LED l lights solid green The extender returns to its factory settings
4. Client EX6100 WIFI WiFi AP Dovice Range Extender Router FastLane Technology Offers maximum performance but limits connection to one band 2 4 or 5GHz Device to extender in 5GHz only and extender to router in 2 4GHz only WiFi Client Device Router Device to extender in 2 4GHz only and extender to router in 5GHz only Router must support 5GHz band Help Center j Show Hide Help Center By default the Internet Surfing radio button is selected 5 Select the radio button for the operating mode that you want to use e Internet Surfing e FastLane Technology Select one of the following radio buttons Device to extender in 5 GHz only and extender to router in 2 4 GHz only Device to extender in 2 4 GHz only and extender to router in 5 GHz only 6 Click the Apply button Manage the Extender Network and Settings 33 Monitor and Maintain the Extender This chapter covers the following topics e Recover the admin Password e Back Up the Extender Configuration e Restore Saved Configuration Settings e Return the Extender to Its Factory Settings e Update the Firmware e View Wired and Wireless Network Devices 34 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Recover the admin Password If you changed the password to access the extender and set up password recovery you can recover your password if you lose it For information about setting up password recovery see Set Up Password Recovery for admin on page 19 If you did not se
5. Extender switch to Access Point Plug the extender into an electrical outlet near a router Ethernet LAN port or a remote Ethernet jack that has access to your local area network LAN Use an Ethernet cable to connect the extender to the router Ethernet LAN port or the remote Ethernet LAN jack with LAN access The extender joins the LAN and creates a WiFi hotspot On your computer or mobile device find and join a WiFi extender network The extender is dual band so it has two WiFi networks e 2 4 GHz network EX6100 NETGEAR _2GEXT e 5 GHz network EX6100 NETGEAR_5GEXT When you join the network the extender Client Link LED H lights to show that you are connected Launch a web browser and enter www mywifiext net in the address field Enter admin for the user name and password for the password NETGEAR genie displays and detects the Internet connection Follow the genie steps to set up WiFi security for both WiFi networks Install Your Extender 16 Manage the Extender Network and Settings This chapter covers the following topics e Log In After Initial Setup e Change the admin Password e Set Up Password Recovery for admin e Use Smart Setup to Connect the Extender to a Network e Adda WPS Client to the Extender Network e Change the Basic WiFi Settings e Change WIFi Security Settings e View or Change Advanced Wireless Settings e View or Change the WPS Settings e Set Up a Wireless Access List e View or Change the
6. Internet IP Address Setting e Enable NAT in the Extender e Manage Profiles e Operating Mode 17 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Log In After Initial Setup After installation you can log in to the extender to view or change its settings gt To log in to the extender after the initial setup 1 Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender s network 2 Launch a web browser and enter www mywifiext net in the address field A login screen displays 3 Enter admin for the user name and password for the password If your extender has an Internet connection the extender automatically checks for new firmware at the NETGEAR website The Status screen displays NETGEAR genie AC750 WiFi Range Extender Auto v Pimia Varsion W1 0 0 26_1 0 62 Mat cii e Wer i Ex6100 Pirmiiane Version wi 0 0 26 1 0 62 Seti GA Language Version v1 0 0 26_2 1 301 dilt sba Commection Stains to Existing Heba k 2 4GHz Status Hane 53100 Abn hen Driggs Link Pam Backup Semings Conpection Stilig Set Paseo EAL be Ups Extemler IF Into MAC Adiiess O4 A0S1 1F 30 68 IP Ahiess 192 1 8 1 99 IP Sibna Mask 255 299 2550 P Achvanced DHCP Client on Gateway IP Address 192 1571 254 Domain Mane Sarsa 193 1 1354 Extunla Wieless Setting 2 4GHz Hame S310 Milleis_2IGEXT Remon Noth Aneerica Chel Auto i VP Wireless Wid Lip io 300 Mips Wireless AP Broadcast Mane E Heip Center He ip amp Suppo Pt focuresntation Ondine Su
7. On your computer launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser Monitor and Maintain the Extender 35 AC750 WiFi Range Extender 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password 4 Select Maintenance gt Backup Settings Save a Copy of Current Settings Restore Saved Setting from a File Revert to Factory Default Settings 5 Click the Backup button You are prompted to specify where to save the file 6 When prompted click the Save button Your browser saves the configuration file from the extender Restore Saved Configuration Settings You can restore the configuration file of the extender to a previously saved configuration file gt To restore the extender configuration settings 1 On your computer launch a web browser 2 Inthe address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password
8. Question Will the extender work if connect it to my wireless router with an Ethernet cable lt depends If the switch is set to Extender the extender connects to the router over WiFi If the switch is set to Access Point the extender connects to the router with an Ethernet cable Question What are the user name and default password to log in to the extender Answer If you are online at http www mywifiext net you can use the following user name and password to log in e User name admin e Password password Question The web browser setup guide keeps asking me for my network security key passphrase and am sure have entered the correct passphrase 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 on page 10 If you are using WEP security make sure that you are typing the wireless key in the correct field Question am connected to EX6100 NETGEAR 2GEXT or EX6100 NETGEAR_5GEXT and launched a browser Why can t see the web browser setup genie Try these troubleshooting steps e Make sure that your computer is set up to use DHCP most are e Make sure that the Client Link LED is green and that you have a valid IP address e Relaunch the web browser and type http www mywifiext net or http www mywifiext com in the address field of the web browser Enter admin for the user name and password for the pa
9. When you plug in the extender it detects the position of its Access Point Extender switch Monitor and Maintain the Extender 37 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Erase the Settings and Return to Factory Settings CAUTION This process erases any settings that you have configured in the extender gt To erase the extender s current settings 1 On your computer launch a web browser 2 Inthe address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password 4 Select Maintenance gt Backup Settings Save a Copy of Current Settings Restore Saved Setting from a File Browse Revert to Factory Default Settings AN CAUTION After you click the Erase 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 5 Click the Erase button A confirmation pop up screen displays 6 Confirm your decision The extender restarts This process takes about one minute Update the Firmware Unless you changed the settings in the Firmware Update screen previously the extender is set up to check for new firmware automatically when
10. choose a spot where the extender to router connection is optimal Find the Best Location If the WiFi signal is weak the first time you join the extender network an arrow LED blinks for two minutes If this happens adjust the position of the extender The arrow LEDs act as follows e No arrow LEDs are lit The extender is in a good location im Gs Left arrow blinks Move the extender closer to the router Right arrow blinks Move the computer or mobile device closer to the i tenaer Extender Performance These extender LEDs indicate a WiFi connection p WiFi signal between the router and the extender WD WiFi signal between the extender and the computer or mobile device The LEDs are color coded e Green indicates the best connection e Amber indicates a good connection e Red indicates a poor connection An LED that is off indicates no WiFi connection Connect a Computer or Device to the Ethernet Port You can use an Ethernet cable to connect a computer or device to the Ethernet port on the extender Here are some examples of when you might want to do this e You want to use a computer to log in to the extender to view or change its settings but you are having trouble connecting to the extender WiFi networks e You have already installed the extender and now you want to connect a device to the extender s Ethernet port If you are using the extender as an access point then you already used the Ethernet port to c
11. location that you choose must be within the range of your existing WiFi router network Plug the extender into an electrical outlet and wait one minute The Power LED lights green If the Power LED does not light press the Power button Use the Router Link LED on the front panel to help you choose a spot where the extender to router connection is optimal Connect with NETGEAR genie Smart Setup You can use a web browser to connect to the extender and set it up gt To connect with the browser based Smart Setup 1 Make sure that the switch on the extender is set to Extender 2 Use a WiFi network manager on a computer or mobile device to find and connect to one of the extender WiFi networks The extender is dual band so it has two WiFi networks e 2 4 GHz network EX6100 NETGEAR _2GEXT e 5 GHz network EX6100 NETGEAR_5GEXT After the connection with the computer or mobile device is established the Client Link LED P gt lights solid green Open a web browser window from the same computer or mobile device The browser takes you directly to NETGEAR genie Smart Setup Install Your Extender 11 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Note Ifyou 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 Smart setup detects the position of the extender switch Step 1 Select the WiFi ou have set the u
12. you can connect to the extender through either the 2 4 GHz band or the 5 GHz band and the extender connects to the router in both the 2 4 GHz band and the 5 GHz band In FastLane mode you can connect to the extender in only one of the bands and the extender connects to the router in the other band based on the band that you select The advantage of Internet Surfing mode is that the extender provides two bands for the clients However the bandwidth of each band is shared by the connections between the client and the extender and between the extender and the router which reduces WiFi performance On the other hand FastLane provides only one band for the clients to connect to the extender but it offers maximum WiFi performance Manage the Extender Network and Settings 32 AC750 WiFi Range Extender gt To view or change the operating mode 1 Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender s network 2 Launch a web browser and enter http www mywifiext net in the address field A login screen displays 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password 4 Select Advanced gt Operating Mode Extender Operating mode Internet Surfing Connect devices on both 2 4 and 5GHz bands atthe same time Extends both WiFi bands atthe same time 2 4 and 5 GHz but reduces the WiFi performance 24GHa i os 3 r s e 1 SOH WiFi
13. you use security to protect your WiFi network WPA2 uses the newest standard for the strongest security but some older computers and wireless Manage the Extender Network and Settings 24 AC750 WiFi Range Extender devices cannot use WPA2 By default the WPA PSK TKIP WPA2 PSK AES radio button is selected so that new or old computers and wireless devices can connect to the WiFi network by using either WPA2 or WPA security gt To change the WiFi security setting 1 Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender s network 2 Launch a web browser and enter http www mywifiext net in the address field A login screen displays 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password 4 Select Setup gt Wireless Setup Ss ay A Region Selection Region My EX6 100 Wireless Network 2 4GHz Name SSID Millers_2GEXT Channel Auto Wireless mode Up to 300 Mbps Security Options 2 4GHz O None WPA2 PSK AES WPA PSK TKIP WPA2 PSK AES Security Options WPA2 PSK Password network key J 8 63 characters or 64 hexdigits My EX6100 Wireless Network 5GHz Name SSID Millers_5GEXT Channel 153 Wireless mode Up to 433 Mbps g Help Center PN Show Hide Help Center 5 Under Security Options select a radio button The Passphrase field displays 6 In the Password network key field enter the netw
14. 3x speed Figure 4 Speed comparison between the 802 11n and 802 11ac standards Get to Know Your Extender 8 Install Your Extender This chapter covers the following topics e Install the Extender as a Range Extender e Install the Extender as an Access Point AC750 WiFi Range Extender Install the Extender as a Range Extender The extender connects to your network s WiFi signal and then rebroadcasts that signal to extend the WiFi signal coverage Place the Extender NETGEAR recommends that you place the extender near the router during initial setup Then you can move it farther away from the router as needed to increase the area that has a WiFi signal gt To place the extender 1 Place your extender in the same room as your WiFi router 2 Plug the extender into an electrical outlet The Power LED lights green If the Power LED does not light press the Power button 3 Make sure that the switch on the extender is set to Extender 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 10 e Connect with genie Smart Setup For more information see Connect with NETGEAR genie Smart Setup on page 11 Connect with WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS lets you join a secure WiFi network without typing the network name an
15. 4GHz b g n Keep Existing Wireless Settings 6GHz a n ac Wireless Card Access List Setup Access List All the check boxes are selected by default In the Advanced Wireless Settings section of the screen select or clear the check boxes e Enable Wireless Access Point 2 4 GHz When this check box is selected the extender allows WiFi connections in the 2 4 GHz band Clearing this check box prevents wireless devices from connecting to the extender in the 2 4 GHz band LAN devices can still connect to the extender over an Ethernet cable e Enable SSID Broadcast 2 4 GHz When this check box is selected the extender broadcasts its wireless network name SSID for the 2 4 GHz band Clearing this check box hides the extender s 2 4 GHz network name In such a situation this network name does not display in a WiFi network manager A user who wants to join this hidden network must know its network name e Enable 20 40 MHz Coexistence 2 4 GHz The extender 2 4 GHz WiFi network can run in either 40 MHz mode or 20 MHz mode When this check box is selected the Manage the Extender Network and Settings 26 6 AC750 WiFi Range Extender extender uses 40 MHz mode unless a nearby WiFi network is using 40 MHz mode If that happens the extender uses 20 MHz mode to coexist with that network e Enable Wireless Access Point 5 GHz When this check box is selected the extender allows WiFi connections in the 5 GHz band Clearing this check b
16. Hz Extender Network 5GHz Extender Network Name SSID Millers_2GEXT Name SSID Millers_5GEXT Security VWWPA2 PSK Security None Password network key Connect your devices like a laptop tablet smart TY etc to your extended network For example on your laptop you may use the Windows WiFi manager to connect to the newly extended network Wireless Network Connection Natani Taali Choose a wireless network Refresh network list Click an tem in the Ist belay to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information NETGEAR EXT lt 2 Sat up a wireless network up at uD for a home or smal office Unsecured wireless network adil Manage the Extender Network and Settings 22 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Add a WPS Client to the Extender Network The WPS Wizard helps you add a wireless computer or device to the extender s WiFi networks without typing the WiFi password WPS does not support WEP network security If you are using WEP security see Connect with NETGEAR genie Smart Setup on page 11 Note For instructions about how to use the physical WPS button on the extender see Connect with WPS on page 10 gt Toadda WPS client 1 2 Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless device that is connected to the network In the address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net A login screen displays You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login
17. N after 3 failed PIN connections until device reboots In auto disabled mode device s WPS LED will keep blinking slowly Keep Existing Wireless Settings 2 4GHz b g n Keep Existing Wireless Settings 6GHz a n ac Wireless Card Access List Setup Access List In the WPS Settings section of the screen change the settings as needed e Enable Device s PIN By default this check box is selected so that it is possible to use the WPS PIN method to connect to the extender s network Manage the Extender Network and Settings 27 AC750 WiFi Range Extender e To prevent PIN compromise By default this check box is selected This feature lets you specify the maximum number of times someone can try to enter the extender s PIN to connect with WPS before the extender disables its PIN e Keep Existing Wireless Settings 2 4 GHz b g n By default this check box is selected so that the SSID and passphrase stay the same when you use WPS to connect to the 2 4 GHz band NETGEAR recommends that you leave this check box selected e Keep Existing Wireless Settings 5 GHz a n ac By default this check box is selected so that the SSID and passphrase stay the same when you use WPS to connect to the 5 GHz band NETGEAR recommends that you leave this check box selected 6 Click the Apply button Your changes are saved Set Up a Wireless Access List By default any wireless device that is configured with the correct network name SSID
18. NETGEAR AC750 WiFi Range Extender Model EX6100 User Manual en D April 2014 202 11307 03 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose CA 95134 USA AC750 WiFi Range Extender Support Thank you for selecting NETGEAR products 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 Phone US amp Canada only 1 888 NETGEAR Phone Other Countries Check the list of phone numbers at http support netgear com general contact default aspx Compliance For regulatory compliance information visit http www netgear com about regulatory See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply 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 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Contents Chapter 1 Get to Know Your Extender Front Panel and Side Panel LEDs and Buttons 0 00 0c eee 6 When to Use Your EXt 6nder 45 50s6s4o00debsod eee dense b
19. Network Internet Network Extender Network Extender Network n Name 2 4GHz Name 5GHz Name 2 4GHz Name 5GHz She profile_001 Millers fF o Millers_2GEXT Millers_5GEXT s Off The Profile List displays a profile for each wireless network that the extender has connected to 5 Select the radio button for the profile Manage the Extender Network and Settings 31 AC750 WiFi Range Extender 6 Click the Edit button 7 Change the details of the profile as needed 8 Click the Apply button Your settings are saved gt To delete a profile 1 Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender s network 2 Launch a web browser and type http www mywifiext net in the address field A login screen displays 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password 4 Select Profile Profile List Profile N Internet Network Internet Network Extender Network Extender Network role Name Name 2 4GHz Name 5GHz Name 2 4GHz Name 5GHz che profile 001 Millers os Millers_2GEXT Millers_5GEXT a Off The Profile List displays a profile for each wireless network that the extender has connected to 5 Select the radio button for the profile 6 Click the Delete Profile button The profile is removed from the list Operating Mode You can use the extender in Internet Surfing mode or FastLane mode In Internet Surfing mode
20. Settings 0 00 c cece eee ee ne 26 View or Change the WPS Settings 0c ccc cece eee eee e ees 27 Set Up a Wireless Access List ccc nannan nran 28 View or Change the Internet IP Address Setting 0 eee eaee 29 Enable NAT in the Extender goio ciote edu den int oidnre tases doduwunwadewde 30 Manage PIOMeScscoumoriacteiedtasdeebieiueseeseuauetag tants ae is dad 31 Operating Mode oo c sciusurtuedeeeaeadadacta dene oewawed dew mane deed ae 32 Chapter 4 Monitor and Maintain the Extender Recover the admin Password ccc cece cece cee ene eee ences 35 Back Up the Extender Configuration 0 cc cece eects 35 Restore Saved Configuration Settings 0 cece cece cece teens 36 Return the Extender to Its Factory Settings 00 c eee eee eens 37 Use the Factory Reset Button to Restore Factory Settings 37 Erase the Settings and Return to Factory Settings 008 38 Update the Firmware 0 0 ec ee e nennen enneren eera 38 AC750 WiFi Range Extender View Wired and Wireless Network Devices c0cccceeeeeeees 39 Chapter 5 FAQs and Troubleshooting fos EEA ETAF ETAT EEE TT E ETS 42 Cannot Log In to the Extender 4 0ccccceenaneeasdesseuradaparade paces 43 Cannot Join an Extender WiFi Network 0 0 cece cece eee eens 44 Appendix A Supplemental Information Factory Default Settings c1ncpneedbdcctacdhdiaenmhi
21. ara eSo a baw wean 7 How the Extender Works 0 ccc ccc cee eee eee eee eee ees 7 Use as a WIFI Range Extender 4cc asadeerersaweeedvasareeusseoeucn 7 Use as an Access Point 4 44445 4654 040664420000 os oe S556 663 Cee bE OES 8 Support for the 802 1 1ac Networking Standard 00 c eee eae 8 Chapter 2 Install Your Extender Install the Extender as a Range Extender 0 e cece eee e eens 10 Place the Extender 6 4 ntsc n ea cide bebe ceeds dodedtat edad eae 246 4 bck 10 Connect to an Existing WiFi Network cs csccsc1sc0tetesedecsseseaava 10 Find the Best LOCatiON apap cenceedyes ieee eueeneranaederantesetogades 14 Extender Performance 0 ccc ccc cece cece etn nee ee neees 14 Connect a Computer or Device to the Ethernet Port 14 Install the Extender as an Access Point 0 0 c cece cece eee e eee 16 Chapter 3 Manage the Extender Network and Settings Log In After Initial Setup 0 cece ene eens 18 Change the admin Password 400 c00ecccnaderabasdearesoiareas vend 18 Set Up Password Recovery for admin 0 cece cece cee eee eens 19 Use Smart Setup to Connect the Extender to a Network 20 Add a WPS Client to the Extender Network 0 0c e cece cece ees 23 Change the Basic WiFi SettingS 0 cece cece nennen nennen 23 Change WiFi Security Settings 0 ccc ccc cee ee eens 24 View or Change Advanced Wireless
22. between the extender and the wireless router Make sure that no physical obstacles exist between the extender and the wireless router and try to move the extender closer to the wireless router If you use the Setup Wizard and the extender cannot connect to the wireless router or cannot get an IP address from the wireless router or the wireless router is not connected to the Internet the Setup Wizard displays the following message You are not able to connect to the Internet Click Continue to run through setup again to connect to your network Either run the Setup Wizard again or exit the Setup Wizard and try again later FAQs and Troubleshooting 44 Supplemental Information This appendix includes the following sections e Factory Default Settings e Technical Specifications 45 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Factory Default Settings The following table includes the factory settings for the extender You can use the Factory Reset button or the Erase feature to return the extender to these settings See Return the Extender to Its Factory Settings on page 37 Table 2 Factory default settings Setup Wizard Enabled Wireless network names SSID s e 2 4 GHz network EX6100 NETGEAR_2GEXT e 5 GHz network EX6100_NETGEAR_5GEXT Disabled 1 Maximum wireless signal rate IEEE Standard 802 11 Actual throughput will vary Network conditions and environmental factors including volume of network traffic building materials and const
23. d password The WPS button is a physical button on the router or access point WPS does not support WEP network security If you are using WEP security see Connect with NETGEAR genie Smart Setup on page 11 gt To connect with WPS 1 Press the WPS button on the side panel of the extender The WPS LED e blinks 2 Within two minutes press the WPS button on your router or access point The WPS LED on the extender lights solid green the Router Link LED lights and the extender is connected to your existing WiFi network Note Ifthe Router Link LED does not light try again If it still does not light see Connect with NETGEAR genie Smart Setup on page 11 Install Your Extender 10 AC750 WiFi Range Extender lf 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 extender network name 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 MyNetworkName_5GEXT Connect your existing WiFi devices to the new extended 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
24. der This is the most common way to use the extender The extender connects to your existing network s WiFi signal and it rebroadcasts two extender WiFi signals one in the 2 4 GHz band and another in the 5 GHz band When you are too far away to connect to your network s WiFi signal you can connect to an extender WiFi signal instead 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 you need Figure 2 The extender WiFi signals reach areas outside the range of your router Get to Know Your Extender 7 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Use as an Access Point You can connect the extender to your router or gateway with a wired connection and use the extender as an 11ac access point Figure 3 Extender as an access point Support for the 802 11ac Networking Standard The extender supports the 802 11ac networking standard This new standard offers better speed improved reliability and more range than older WiFi networking standards The extender is backward compatible with earlier WiFi standards However to get the benefits of 802 11ac your wireless router must support the 802 11ac WiFi networking standard To learn more about the 802 11ac WiFi networking standard visit htto www netgear com landing 80211ac 3x Speed 3x 2X x P 802 11n 802 11ac
25. e extender network If you do not recognize a wireless device it might be an intruder gt To view devices on the network 1 On your computer launch a web browser 2 In the address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net Monitor and Maintain the Extender 39 AC750 WiFi Range Extender You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password 4 Select Maintenance gt Attached Devices Wired Devices IP Address Device Name MAC Address Virtual MAC Address 1 192 168 1 90 TECHPUBS 00 14 65 6D 8F 19 02 0F B5 6D 8F 19 Wireless Devices Wireless intruders also show up here IP Address Device Name MAC Address Virtual MAC Address For each wired and wireless device the IP address device name and MAC address display 5 Optional Click the Refresh button The information on the screen is updated Monitor and Maintain the Extender 40 FAQs and Troubleshooting This chapter covers the following topics e FAQs e Cannot Log In to the Extender e Cannot Join an Extender WiFi Network 41 AC750 WiFi Range Extender FAQs This section provides answers for difficulties you might experience with the extender 1
26. eeanaeesudeetsed ees 46 Technical Specifications 4 245 52504004 e606 eceiadsdaseeseeeiedeearecsenes 46 Get to Know Your Extender This chapter covers the following topics e Front Panel and Side Panel LEDs and Buttons e When to Use Your Extender e How the Extender Works e Support for the 802 11ac Networking Standard For more information about the topics covered in this manual visit the support website at htto support netgear com Firmware updates with new features and bug fixes are made available from time to time on downloadcenter netgear com Some products can regularly check the site and download new firmware or you can check for and download new firmware manually If the features or behavior of your product does not match what is described in this guide you might need to update your firmware AC750 WiFi Range Extender Front Panel and Side Panel LEDs and Buttons The front panel has LEDs The side panel has a switch buttons and an Ethernet port Router Link LED Router Arrow LED Client Arrow LED Client Link LED Power LED WPS LED m Access Point Extender switch TA a Power On Off button WPS button Factory Reset button Ethernet port Figure 1 Extender front panel and side panel Table 1 LEDs Router Link LED This LED indicates the connection between the extender and the router W or access point Solid green Best connection Solid amber Good connection Solid red Poo
27. enable password recovery if you change the password for the extender user name admin Then you can recover the password if it is forgotten This recovery process is supported in the Internet Explorer Firefox and Chrome browsers but not in the Safari browser gt To set up password recovery 1 2 On your computer launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password Manage the Extender Network and Settings 19 AC750 WiFi Range Extender 4 Select Maintenance gt Set Password Old Password Set Password Repeat New Password C Enable Password Recovery 5 Select the Enable Password Recovery check box 6 Select two security questions and provide answers to them Click the Apply button Your settings are saved For information about how to recover the password see Recover the admin Password on page 35 Use Smart Setup to Connect the Extender to a Network The first time that you use a browser to connect to the extender to install it the NETGEAR genie installation wizard displays If you want to use a wizard to set up the extender again you can log in
28. evvireless LY1 0 YVPA2 PSK AppleTc 0 VVPA2 PSK HOME 6CFC 0 VYPAAWPA2 PSK Manually input my wireless SSID UYWOOtDAAw 0000000000000 5 To select the network you want the extender to join do one of the following e Select the radio button for the network e Select the Manually input my wireless SSID radio button and type the name of the network 6 Enter the security settings for the network that you selected The extender finds the 5 GHz WiFi networks in your area and prompts you to select a 5 GHz WiFi network Channel Signal Security ASUS 149 0 VVPA2 PSK Manually input my wireless SSID 7 lf your router or gateway broadcasts a 5 GHz WiFi network select it from the list Otherwise click the Skip button The extender prompts you to specify whether the network is private or public Private Networt Public Network selecting this will enable NAT firewall 8 Specify if the network that you selected is private or public e f your network is private leave the Private Network radio button selected e f you are connecting the extender to a public network select the Public Network radio button Selecting the Public Network radio button enables a firewall to protect your computer from others who are sharing this public network Manage the Extender Network and Settings 21 AC750 WiFi Range Extender 9 Click the Continue button You are prompted to name the extender networks Name 2 4G SSID Mille
29. login screen displays Manage the Extender Network and Settings 29 AC750 WiFi Range Extender 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password 4 Select Setup gt Internet Setup Internet IP Address Get Dynamically IP Address From Router O Use Static IP Address IP Address IP Subnet Mask Gateway IP Address Primary DNS Your existing network in 2 4GHz Name SSID Millers Security WPAZ PSK AES Security Options WPA2 PSK Password network key 8 63 characters or 64 hexdigits Your existing network in 5GHz Name SSID Security 5 Inthe Internet IP Address section select a radio button 6 If you selected the Static IP Address radio button complete the fields with the details of your connection 7 Click the Apply button Your changes are saved Enable NAT in the Extender Network Address Translation NAT is a common feature in routers that process inbound traffic from the Internet Secured NAT protects computers on the local area network LAN from attacks from the Internet but might prevent some Internet games point to point applications or multimedia applications from working By default NAT is disabled in the extender but you can enable it gt To enable NAT 1 Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender s network 2 Launch a
30. nit to function as an Extender Access Extend Network Point oneer Step 2 Set Up the Smart setup is searching for existing WiFi networks This may take up to one Extender minute Step 3 Apply Settings The extender finds the 2 4 GHz wireless networks in your area and displays a list Select the 2 4GHz WiFi network you would like to extend Your extender supports dual band WiFi if you want to connect to 5GHz only click the Skip button SSID Channel Signal Security Millers 10 100 VWWPA2 PSK ASUS 39 YVPA2 PSK 2WIRE406 34 WPA PSK 2WIRE394 20 YYPAAWPA2 PSK myuan 15 YWWPA2 PSK 2WIRE394 10 VYPAAWPA2 PSK HOME 94E2 10 WPANYPA2 PSK FancyMagnolia guest 5 OFF FancyMagnolia 5 VWIPANYPA2 PSK Ridgevyvireless LY1 0 YYPA2 PSK AppleTC 0 YWWPA2 PSK HOME 6CFC 0 VYPAAWPA2 PSK Manually input my wireless SSID UYWOOtMagaw o0oo0o00000000000 Select a 2 4 GHz WiFi network to extend and click the Continue button To select the network you want the extender to join do one of the following e Select the radio button for the network e Select the Manually input my wireless SSID radio button and type the name of the network Enter the security settings for the network that you selected The extender finds the 5 GHz WiFi networks in your area and prompts you to select a 5 GHz WiFi network select the name of your 5G SSID Channel Signal Security O ASUS 149 0 VVPA2 PSK Manually input my wireless SSID
31. ns WPA2 PSK Password network key 8 63 characters or 64 hexdigits My EX6100 Wireless Network 5GHz Name SSID Millers_5GEXT Channel 153 amp Wireless mode Up to 433 Mbps v v Help Center Show Hide Help Center 5 In the Region list select your region In some locations you cannot change this setting 6 To change the network name SSID type a new name in the Name SSID field The name can be up to 32 characters long and is case sensitive The default SSID is randomly generated and is on the product label If you change the name make sure to write down the new name and keep it in a safe place 7 To change the wireless channel select a number in the Channel list In some regions not all channels are available Do not change the channel unless you experience interference Shown by lost connections or slow data transfers If this happens experiment with different channels to see which is the best When you use multiple access points it is better if adjacent access points use different channels to reduce interference The recommended channel spacing between adjacent access points is four channels for example use Channels 1 and 5 or 6 and 10 8 To change the mode select it from the Wireless Mode list Your settings are saved lf you connected wirelessly to the network and you changed the SSID you are disconnected from the network Change WiFi Security Settings NETGEAR strongly recommends that
32. ntinue button Continue 10 Use a WiFi network manager on the computer or mobile device to connect to the extender s newly created WiFi network 11 Use your password to connect 12 Select the check box and click the Continue button ow the instructions below to connect you devices to the extended network 2 4GHz Extender Network 5GHz Extender Network Name SSID Millers_2GEXT Name SSID Millers_5GEXT Security WWPA2 PSK Security None Password network key Connect your devices like a laptop tablet smart TV etc to your extended network For example on your laptop you may use the Windows WiFi manager to connect to the newly extended network Wireless Network Connection Network Tussle Choose a wireless network Refresh network list Click an kem in the ist below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information D oe NETGEAR _EXT A lt a Sa uD a wireless network U for a home or smal office Unsecured wireless network adil 13 Unplug the extender and move it to a new location closer to the area with a poor WiFi signal Install Your Extender 13 AC750 WiFi Range Extender The location you choose must be within the range of your existing WiFi router network 14 Plug the extender into an electrical outlet and wait one minute The Power LED lights green If the Power LED does not light press the Power button 15 Use the Router Link LED on the front panel to help you
33. onnect the extender to your router If you disconnect this cable the extender will no longer be connected to your existing network Install Your Extender 14 AC750 WiFi Range Extender gt To connect a computer to the extender Ethernet port 1 Install the extender so that it is connected to your existing network with a WiFi link 2 Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the extender and to an Ethernet port on your computer ESEN Sar Se ey a IG A Seay am I Qo aay aw ale _ el A al T Soy _ The computer connects to the extender Your computer might display a message notifying you of an Ethernet connection gt To connect a device to the extender Ethernet port 1 Install the extender so that it is connected to your existing network with a WiFi link 2 Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the extender and to an Ethernet port on your device Blu ray player Extender WiFi router The device connects to the extender Now the device can access your existing WiFi network through the extender Install Your Extender 15 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Install the Extender as an Access Point gt You can also use the extender as a WiFi access point which creates an AC750 WiFi hotspot within your local network Figure 5 Extender as an access point To install the extender as an access point 1 2 3 Set the Access Point
34. ork key password that you want to use lt is a text string from 8 to 63 characters 7 Write down the new password and keep it in a secure place for future reference 8 Click the Apply button Your changes are saved Manage the Extender Network and Settings 25 AC750 WiFi Range Extender View or Change Advanced Wireless Settings Use care when changing the wireless settings Incorrect settings might disable the extender s WiFi networks unexpectedly gt To view or change the advanced wireless settings 1 2 On your computer launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password Select Advanced gt Wireless Settings Advanced Wireless Settings Enable Wireless Access Point 2 4GHz Enable SSID Broadcast 2 4GHz Enable 20 40 MHz Coexistence 2 4GHz Enable Wireless Access Point 5GHz Enable SSID Broadcast 4GHz WPS Settings Extender s PIN 68839475 Enable Device s PIN To prevent PIN compromise auto disable the PIN afterl3 failed PIN connections until device reboots In auto disabled mode device s WPS LED will keep blinking slowly Keep Existing Wireless Settings 2
35. ox prevents wireless devices from connecting to the extender in the 5 GHz band LAN devices can still connect to the extender over an Ethernet cable e Enable SSID Broadcast 5 GHz When this check box is selected the extender broadcasts its wireless network name SSID for the 5 GHz band Clearing this check box hides the extender s 5 GHz network name In such a situation this network name does not display in a WiFi network manager A user who wants to join this hidden network must know its network name Click the Apply button Your changes are saved View or Change the WPS Settings Use care when changing the wireless settings Incorrect settings might disable the extender s WiFi networks unexpectedly gt To view or change the advanced wireless settings 1 2 5 On your computer launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password Select Advanced gt Wireless Settings The WPS Settings section of the screen displays the extender s PIN You cannot change this number WPS Settings Extender s PIN 68839475 Enable Device s PIN To prevent PIN compromise auto disable the PI
36. pport Extender FAG GHU GFL SEARCH HELP eo Change the admin Password The user name to access the extender is admin and its default password is password NETGEAR strongly recommends that you set a more secure password gt To change the password for the extender 1 On your computer launch a web browser 2 Inthe address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net Manage the Extender Network and Settings 18 AC750 WiFi Range Extender You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser Type admin for the user name and type your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password Select Maintenance gt Set Password Old Password Set Password Repeat New Password Enable Password Recovery Optional Select the Enable Password Recovery check box NETGEAR recommends that you enable password recovery This feature lets you recover the password if it is forgotten Password recovery is supported in the Internet Explorer Firefox and Chrome browsers but not in the Safari browser If you enabled password recovery select two security questions and provide answers to them Type the old password Type the new password twice Click the Apply button Your settings are saved Set Up Password Recovery for admin NETGEAR recommends that you
37. prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password Select Add a WPS Client Click the Next button Select a radio button e Push button Click the WPS button on this screen e PIN Number The screen adjusts Enter the client security PIN and click the Next button Within two minutes go to the client device and use its WPS software to connect to the WiFi network The WPS process automatically sets up your wireless computer with the network password when it connects The extender WPS screen displays a confirmation message Change the Basic WiFi Settings gt To view or change wireless setup 1 2 Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender s network Launch a web browser and enter http www mywifiext net in the address field A login screen displays Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password Manage the Extender Network and Settings 23 AC750 WiFi Range Extender 4 Select Setup gt Wireless Setup Region Selection Region My EX6100 Wireless Network 2 4GHz Name SSID Millers_ GEXT Channel Wireless mode Upto 300 Mbps Security Options 2 4GHz O None WPA2 PSK AES O WPA PSK TKIP WPA2 PSK AES Security Optio
38. r connection Off No connection Client Link LED This LED indicates the connection between the extender and a computer or mobile device Solid green Best connection Solid amber Good connection Solid red Poor connection Off No connection Power LED Solid amber The extender is booting l Solid green The extender is powered on Off The extender is powered off Get to Know Your Extender 6 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Table 1 LEDs continued Solid green WiFi security is enabled WPA or WPA2 Blinking green The extender is making a WPS connection Off WiFi security is not enabled Router Arrow If the Router Arrow or Client Arrow LED blinks see Find the and Client Arrow Best Location on page 14 If no arrow LEDs are lit the extender W vty is in a good location vl Np When to Use Your Extender NETGEAR recommends that you connect to the extender only when your WiFi network connection is poor Data traffic routed through the extender is inherently slower than traffic routed directly from the network How the Extender Works The extender increases the distance of a WiFi network The extender can connect to your network s WiFi signal and then boost that signal or it can connect to your network with a wired connection and work as an access point You use the Access Point Extender switch on the side of the extender to select which way you want to use the extender Use as a WiFi Range Exten
39. rs_2GEXT Name 5G SSID Millers_ 5GEXT By default the extender network names are the same as the networks that you selected with 2GEXT and _5GEXT at the end 10 Either change the names or leave them as they are and click the Continue button The settings are applied and the following screen displays Follow the instructions below to connect you devices to the extended network 2 4GHz Extender Network 5GHz Extender Network Name SSID Millers_2GEXT Name SSID Millers_5GEXT Security VWWPA2 PSK Security None Password network key Connect your devices like a laptop tablet smart TV etc to your extended network For example on your laptop you may use the Windows WiFi manager to connect to the newly extended network Wireless Network Connection Network Tassie Choose a wireless network Refresh network ler Click an tem in the ist bellow to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information NETGEAR EXT A 2 Set up a wireless network t for amp home or smal office Unsecured wireless network ntl Cl Once you have connected your devices mark the checkbox and click the Continue button Continue 11 Use a WiFi network manager on the computer or mobile device to connect to the extender s newly created WiFi network 12 Use your password to connect 13 Select the check box and click the Continue button Follow the instructions below to cc ct you devices to the extended network 2 4G
40. ruction and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate Technical Specifications The following table includes the product specifications Table 3 Technical specifications Feature Detautt behavior S Network protocol and standards Data and routing e TCP IP DHCP server and client DNS compatibility relay NAT many to one Physical specifications e Dimensions 122 x 74 x 38 mm e Weight 0 213 kg Supplemental Information 46 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Table 3 Technical specifications continued Feature Default behavior Environmental Operating temperature 32 to 140 F 0 to 40 C Operating humidity 90 maximum relative humidity noncondensing Electromagnetic emissions Meets requirements of FCC Part 15 Class B Interface Local 10BASE T 100 1000BASE Tx RJ 45 802 11ac 802 11n 802 11a 802 11g 802 11b Supplemental Information 47
41. ssword Question Is seamless roaming supported During a VoIP call when move to a different location the call is dropped What should do Answer No the extender does not support seamless roaming You might notice performance issues if your network device laptop smartphone or tablet connects to a different WiFi network For example you might connect to the extender WiFi network begin a call and then move to the location of your existing network Your device automatically connects to the network in your current location which takes a few seconds and might cause your call to be dropped To prevent this problem decide which WiFi network you want to use for your VoIP call and stay within the range of that network Question My router security is WEP and entered the wrong passphrase or security key on the extender cannot access the extender anymore What can do FAQs and Troubleshooting 42 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Answer The extender cannot detect if the WEP passphrase Is correct If you entered the wrong passphrase your wireless device cannot get the IP address from the extender You must reset the extender to the factory settings to get the IP address back Question have enabled a wireless MAC filter wireless access control or ACL on my wireless router What should do when installing the extender Answer When the wireless device connects through the extender to your router the MAC address of the wireless de
42. t up password recovery and lose your password you must reset the extender to factory default settings see Return the Extender to Its Factory Settings on page 37 9 To recover your password to access the extender 1 2 On your computer launch a web browser In the address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser Click the Cancel button lf password recovery is enabled you are prompted to enter the serial number of the extender The serial number is on the product label Enter the serial number of the extender Click the Continue button A screen displays requesting the answers to your security questions Enter the saved answers to your security questions Click the Continue button A screen displays your recovered password Click the Login again button A login screen displays With your recovered password log in to the extender Back Up the Extender Configuration When the extender works correctly after initial setup NETGEAR recommends that you back up the extender configuration settings After you have backed up the settings if you change the extender settings but are not content with the new settings you can restore the extender backed up configuration settings gt To back up the extender configuration settings 1 2
43. the Router Link LED is off or red lf you cannot connect to the extender from your computer with WiFi you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your computer to the Ethernet port on the extender For more information see Connect a Computer or Device to the Ethernet Port on page 14 FAQs and Troubleshooting 43 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Cannot Join an Extender WiFi Network To join 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 following message displays Connection was not established to the selected network lf this situation occurs the cause might be one of the following e You might have typed the network name passphrase or key incorrectly Use the Setup Wizard to select a WiFi network from the list with detected networks and retype the passphrase or key The passphrase or key is case sensitive For example PASSWORD25 is not the same as Password25 or password25 e If the extender cannot detect your WiFi network check to see if your WiFi network is still up Make sure that the wireless router is turned on If possible move the extender closer to the wireless router e Ifthe extender Router Link LED is red a poor wireless connection exists between the wireless router and the extender You can establish the best connection with a clear line of sight
44. to the extender and use the Smart Wizard gt To use smart setup to connect the extender to a WiFi network 1 On your computer launch a web browser 2 Inthe address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password lf you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password 4 Select Smart Setup Step 1 Select the WiFi ACCESS Extender Network Point Step 2 Set Up the Extender Step 3 Apply Settings Smart setup displays the switch setting on your extender In this example the switch is set to Extender which is the correct setting if you want your extender to use WiFi to connect to your network Manage the Extender Network and Settings 20 AC750 WiFi Range Extender The extender finds the 2 4 GHz wireless networks in your area and displays a list select the 2 4GHz WiFi network you would like to extend Your extender supports dual band WiFi if you want to connect to 5GHz only click the Skip button SSID Channel Signal Security Millers 10 100 WPA2 PSK ASUS 39 VPA2 PSK 2WIRE406 34 WPA PSK 2WIRE394 20 VYPAAYWPA2 PSK myuan 15 VPA2 PSK 2WIRE394 10 VYPAAYPA2 PSK HOME 94E2 10 YWWPANYPA2 PSK FancyMagnolia guest 5 OFF FancyMagnolia 5 WPAWPA2 PSK Ridg
45. ttp www mywifiext net in your browser Manage the Extender Network and Settings 28 AC750 WiFi Range Extender 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password 4 Select Advanced gt Wireless Settings and click the Setup Access List button The Wireless Card Access List screen displays ClTurn Access Control On Device Name MAC Address k cLa biLa 5 Click the Add button The screen adjusts Available Wireless Cards Device Name MAC Address Wireless Card Entry Device Name MAC Address 6 In the Device Name field type a name for the wireless device 7 Inthe MAC Address field type the MAC address of the wireless device 8 Click the Apply button 9 Select the Turn Access Control On check box 10 Click the Apply button Now only computers and devices in the list can join the extender s WiFi networks View or Change the Internet IP Address Setting By default the extender is set up to get the Internet IP address dynamically from the router This setting is compatible with most Internet services If your Internet service provides you with a static Internet IP address you can specify that setting gt To view or change the Internet Sstup 1 Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender s network 2 Launch a web browser and enter http www mywifiext net in the address field A
46. vice shown on the router is translated to another MAC address If your router s MAC filter is enabled the wireless device connects to the extender but cannot get an IP address from the extender and cannot access the Internet To allow the wireless device to receive an IP address from the extender and access the Internet you must provide the translated MAC address to the router gt To get the translated MAC address a E ee Disable the MAC filter on your router Turn on the extender and connect all of your wireless devices to the extender Make sure that the Router Link LED remains lit Log in to the router and check the attached devices on the Attached Devices or similar screen Add any MAC addresses that begin with 02 0F B5 to your router s MAC filter table Cannot Log In to the Extender If you have trouble connecting to the extender try to locate the source of the problem Make sure that you use the correct user name and password to log in User name admin Password The default is password If you changed the password and enabled password recovery you can recover the password See Recover the admin Password on page 35 lf your browser displays an error page make sure that you include http when you type http www mywifiext net in the address field of your Internet browser If you leave it out you might not be able to connect If you already set up the extender but can no longer connect to it wirelessly check if
47. web browser and enter http www mywifiext net in the address field A login screen displays 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password Manage the Extender Network and Settings 30 AC750 WiFi Range Extender Select Setup gt LAN Setup Device Name EX6100 C Enable NAT for more secure connections to the Internet Select the Enable NAT for more secure connections to the Internet check box Click the Apply button Your change takes effect Manage Profiles Each time the extender connects to a new network the extender automatically saves the wireless network connection settings in a profile The first profile is named wifi_ profile 001 If the extender connects to more networks each new profile name is assigned in numerical order Profiles are handy if you take your extender with you to use in more than one location such as at home and at an office or hotel You can edit the profile names and settings and you can delete profiles gt To edit a profile 1 2 Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender s network Launch a web browser and enter http www mywifiext net in the address field A login screen displays Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password Select Profile Profile List Droite Mae Internet
48. you log in You can also check for new firmware Monitor and Maintain the Extender 38 AC750 WiFi Range Extender gt To check if new firmware is available and update the firmware 1 On your computer launch a web browser 2 In the address field of your browser enter http www mywifiext net You are prompted to enter a user name and password If you do not see the login prompt make sure to include http when you type http www mywifiext net in your browser 3 Enter admin for the user name and enter your password If you have not yet personalized your password type password for the password 4 Select Maintenance gt Firmware Update Check for new version online Locate and select the upgrade file from your hard disk 5 Click the Check button 6 If new firmware is available follow the onscreen prompts to download it onto your computer Note You might need to unzip the firmware file 7 Click the Browse button 8 Locate and select the new firmware file A N 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 9 Click the Upload button The firmware updates and the extender restarts This process takes about two minutes View Wired and Wireless Network Devices You can view the active wired and wireless devices in both the network to which the extender is connected and th
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