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...for better performance DUAL BAND AC1200 RANGE Extenders Included Overview NETGEAR AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders boost your existing network range, delivering AC dual band WiFi up to 1200 Mbps. Two WiFi Modes Extend existing WiFi connection or create new WiFi access points. Ethernet Port ...WiFi bands to 1200 Mbps & reduce interference. Boost AC1200 WiFi Improve the range of your WiFi network. External Antennas For better WiFi coverage. PAGE 1 OF 4 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 Boost your existing WiFi range • Dual band WiFi up to 1200 Mbps • Two range...
...for better performance DUAL BAND AC1200 RANGE Extenders Included Overview NETGEAR AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders boost your existing network range, delivering AC dual band WiFi up to 1200 Mbps. Two WiFi Modes Extend existing WiFi connection or create new WiFi access points. Ethernet Port ...WiFi bands to 1200 Mbps & reduce interference. Boost AC1200 WiFi Improve the range of your WiFi network. External Antennas For better WiFi coverage. PAGE 1 OF 4 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 Boost your existing WiFi range • Dual band WiFi up to 1200 Mbps • Two range...
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WiFi Range Extenders Boost the range of your home's WiFi and get better connections for iPads®, smartphones, laptops & more. Improve your existing WiFi & create a stronger signal in hard-to where WiFi signals are weak. Ethernet port Secure Connection (WPS) Power on/off PAGE 2 OF 4 Existing WiFi Sometimes your existing WiFi & deliver greater wireless speed & coverage to -reach areas. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 WiFi Range Extenders boost your router does not provide the WiFi coverage you need.
WiFi Range Extenders Boost the range of your home's WiFi and get better connections for iPads®, smartphones, laptops & more. Improve your existing WiFi & create a stronger signal in hard-to where WiFi signals are weak. Ethernet port Secure Connection (WPS) Power on/off PAGE 2 OF 4 Existing WiFi Sometimes your existing WiFi & deliver greater wireless speed & coverage to -reach areas. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 WiFi Range Extenders boost your router does not provide the WiFi coverage you need.
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Use the NETGEAR WiFi Analytics app & get advanced analytics to install app PAGE 3 OF 4 Scan to optimize your existing or newly extended WiFi network. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 WiFi Analytics App How strong is your network status, WiFi signal strength, identify crowded WiFi channels & much more ... Check your WiFi signal? Here's what you can do with the WiFi Analytics App! • Get a network status overview • Check WiFi signal strength • Measure WiFi channel interference • Keep track of WiFi strength by location • and more !
Use the NETGEAR WiFi Analytics app & get advanced analytics to install app PAGE 3 OF 4 Scan to optimize your existing or newly extended WiFi network. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 WiFi Analytics App How strong is your network status, WiFi signal strength, identify crowded WiFi channels & much more ... Check your WiFi signal? Here's what you can do with the WiFi Analytics App! • Get a network status overview • Check WiFi signal strength • Measure WiFi channel interference • Keep track of WiFi strength by location • and more !
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... altered, is based on open source programs, or is non-standard or outdated. NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. The product may vary due to change without limitation building materials and wireless interference. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 Package Contents Support Security • Two (2) AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders (EX6120) • Quick start guide Physical Specifications • Dimensions: 55.17...
... altered, is based on open source programs, or is non-standard or outdated. NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. The product may vary due to change without limitation building materials and wireless interference. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 Package Contents Support Security • Two (2) AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders (EX6120) • Quick start guide Physical Specifications • Dimensions: 55.17...
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... information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Support Thank you use only official NETGEAR support resources. Conformity For the current EU Declaration of NETGEAR, Inc. Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are trademarks of Conformity, visit http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail...
... information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Support Thank you use only official NETGEAR support resources. Conformity For the current EU Declaration of NETGEAR, Inc. Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are trademarks of Conformity, visit http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail...
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AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time 39 Manually Set the Extender Clock 39 Back Up and Manage an Extender Configuration 40 Back Up the ... Settings 42 Update the Firmware 44 Restart the Extender Remotely 45 Chapter 5 FAQs and Troubleshooting FAQs 47 Cannot Connect to an Extender 47 Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message 48 Appendix A Factory Settings and Technical Specifications Factory Default Settings 50 Technical and Environmental Specifications 51 4
AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time 39 Manually Set the Extender Clock 39 Back Up and Manage an Extender Configuration 40 Back Up the ... Settings 42 Update the Firmware 44 Restart the Extender Remotely 45 Chapter 5 FAQs and Troubleshooting FAQs 47 Cannot Connect to an Extender 47 Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message 48 Appendix A Factory Settings and Technical Specifications Factory Default Settings 50 Technical and Environmental Specifications 51 4
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...AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders boost your existing network range and speed, delivering dual-band WiFi. Note: Firmware updates with new features and bug fixes are made available from time to Use Your Extenders • How the Extenders Work Note: For more information about the topics covered in access point mode as WiFi... access points and create a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. Some products can regularly check the site and download new firmware, or you can also use the extenders in this manual, visit the support website at downloadcenter.netgear.com. You...
...AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders boost your existing network range and speed, delivering dual-band WiFi. Note: Firmware updates with new features and bug fixes are made available from time to Use Your Extenders • How the Extenders Work Note: For more information about the topics covered in access point mode as WiFi... access points and create a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. Some products can regularly check the site and download new firmware, or you can also use the extenders in this manual, visit the support website at downloadcenter.netgear.com. You...
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Front panel LEDs Side Panels Power connector (varies by region) Ethernet port Buttons and port on the side panels Overview 6 Power connector (varies by region) Factory Reset Button WPS button Power On/Off button Figure 2. Front Panel Router Device Link LED Link LED Power LED WPS LED Figure 1. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Meet Your Extenders Before you install your extenders, familiarize yourself with their LEDs, buttons, and ports.
Front panel LEDs Side Panels Power connector (varies by region) Ethernet port Buttons and port on the side panels Overview 6 Power connector (varies by region) Factory Reset Button WPS button Power On/Off button Figure 2. Front Panel Router Device Link LED Link LED Power LED WPS LED Figure 1. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Meet Your Extenders Before you install your extenders, familiarize yourself with their LEDs, buttons, and ports.
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... The extender performs two main jobs: • The extender connects to your router's WiFi network. No connection. This LED indicates the connection between a WiFi router (or a WiFi access point) and a WiFi device outside the range of the WiFi router. Poor connection. • Off. The extender is being established. • ... or access point: • Solid green. Data traffic routed through the extender network only when the WiFi device is poor or nonexistent. Best connection. • Solid amber. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The following table describes the LEDs. Table 1.
... The extender performs two main jobs: • The extender connects to your router's WiFi network. No connection. This LED indicates the connection between a WiFi router (or a WiFi access point) and a WiFi device outside the range of the WiFi router. Poor connection. • Off. The extender is being established. • ... or access point: • Solid green. Data traffic routed through the extender network only when the WiFi device is poor or nonexistent. Best connection. • Solid amber. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The following table describes the LEDs. Table 1.
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... router does not provide the WiFi coverage that WiFi devices can join. WiFi range extenders Boost the range of the bridge are in hard-to a network. • The extender acts as an access point for WiFi devices. Existing WiFi Sometimes your existing WiFi and create a stronger signal in place. Range extenders in a home Overview 8 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders When the extender connects...
... router does not provide the WiFi coverage that WiFi devices can join. WiFi range extenders Boost the range of the bridge are in hard-to a network. • The extender acts as an access point for WiFi devices. Existing WiFi Sometimes your existing WiFi and create a stronger signal in place. Range extenders in a home Overview 8 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders When the extender connects...
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.... If you are using WEP security, follow the instructions in the same room as WiFi access points and create a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. Get Started 10 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Use the Extenders in Access Point Mode on page 16. If the Power LED ... Place the extenders, supply power, and connect the extenders to an Existing WiFi Network To extend the range of two ways: • Connect with the NETGEAR installation assistant. For more information, see Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant on page 10. • Connect with WPS. Repeat Steps ...
.... If you are using WEP security, follow the instructions in the same room as WiFi access points and create a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. Get Started 10 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Use the Extenders in Access Point Mode on page 16. If the Power LED ... Place the extenders, supply power, and connect the extenders to an Existing WiFi Network To extend the range of two ways: • Connect with the NETGEAR installation assistant. For more information, see Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant on page 10. • Connect with WPS. Repeat Steps ...
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... your existing WiFi router network. 5. b. Test the extended WiFi range by moving the extender to outlets closer to light green. 6. Keep moving your computer or WiFi device to your router or access point. Unplug the extender and move it still does not light, see Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant ...on the front panel to help you choose must be within the range of your computer or WiFi device in the area with _EXT at the end of the name. The WPS LED on the extender: Get Started 11 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The WPS ...
... your existing WiFi router network. 5. b. Test the extended WiFi range by moving the extender to outlets closer to light green. 6. Keep moving your computer or WiFi device to your router or access point. Unplug the extender and move it still does not light, see Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant ...on the front panel to help you choose must be within the range of your computer or WiFi device in the area with _EXT at the end of the name. The WPS LED on the extender: Get Started 11 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The WPS ...
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... The first time that you log in to install the second extender. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders • 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. • If the Device ...the Device Link LED lights. 2. Enter www.mywifiext.net in to the extenders and use the NETGEAR installation assistant set up their WiFi connection to your WiFi router: 1. Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant You can use a web browser to connect the extender to the extender until the ...
... The first time that you log in to install the second extender. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders • 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. • If the Device ...the Device Link LED lights. 2. Enter www.mywifiext.net in to the extenders and use the NETGEAR installation assistant set up their WiFi connection to your WiFi router: 1. Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant You can use a web browser to connect the extender to the extender until the ...
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... check box. If you already installed an extender, do not want to one minute. 11. Click the NEXT button. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders 6. Click the WIFI RANGE EXTENDER button. Make sure that your area and displays a list. 8. A message displays confirming that you click the CONTINUE button. 13. In the Password (Network Key) ...
... check box. If you already installed an extender, do not want to one minute. 11. Click the NEXT button. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders 6. Click the WIFI RANGE EXTENDER button. Make sure that your area and displays a list. 8. A message displays confirming that you click the CONTINUE button. 13. In the Password (Network Key) ...
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... then turn green. b. Note that you can use NETGEAR telephone support. Wait for the Power LED to the new extended WiFi network. 22. You must be within the range of your computer or WiFi device in the area with a poor router WiFi signal and return to the extender until the Router Link...a spot where the extender-to your extender, click the Skip Registration link. The extender connects to -router connection is optimal. Get Started 14 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders If you do not want to the router and try again. If the Router Link LED doesn't light amber or green, plug the extender...
... then turn green. b. Note that you can use NETGEAR telephone support. Wait for the Power LED to the new extended WiFi network. 22. You must be within the range of your computer or WiFi device in the area with a poor router WiFi signal and return to the extender until the Router Link...a spot where the extender-to your extender, click the Skip Registration link. The extender connects to -router connection is optimal. Get Started 14 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders If you do not want to the router and try again. If the Router Link LED doesn't light amber or green, plug the extender...
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... Get Started 15 Connect an Ethernet-Enabled Device After an extender is connected to the extender. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Find the Best Location If the WiFi signal is weak, the first time you can then access your existing WiFi network, you join the extender network, the Router Link LED or Device Link LED is... is amber or red, move the extender closer to the router. • If the Device Link LED is amber or red, move the computer or WiFi device closer to your existing network through the extender...
... Get Started 15 Connect an Ethernet-Enabled Device After an extender is connected to the extender. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Find the Best Location If the WiFi signal is weak, the first time you can then access your existing WiFi network, you join the extender network, the Router Link LED or Device Link LED is... is amber or red, move the extender closer to the router. • If the Device Link LED is amber or red, move the computer or WiFi device closer to your existing network through the extender...
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... to a router Ethernet LAN port or a remote Ethernet LAN jack with LAN access. Use a WiFi network manager on the side of the extender. 3. The extender joins the LAN and creates a WiFi hotspot. 4. Click the NEW EXTENDER SETUP button. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Use the Extenders in Access Point Mode You can use the extender in...
... to a router Ethernet LAN port or a remote Ethernet LAN jack with LAN access. Use a WiFi network manager on the side of the extender. 3. The extender joins the LAN and creates a WiFi hotspot. 4. Click the NEW EXTENDER SETUP button. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Use the Extenders in Access Point Mode You can use the extender in...
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...and click the NEXT button. The registration page displays. 14. Complete the fields on the computer or WiFi device to connect to register your extender before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. Your settings are applied and the extender is ready to complete the setup. Click the...menu and click the NEXT button. 9. Note that you must register your extender, click the Skip Registration link. Click the NEXT button. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The first time that says you successfully created an access point. 13. If the Create Account page does not display, visit www....
...and click the NEXT button. The registration page displays. 14. Complete the fields on the computer or WiFi device to connect to register your extender before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. Your settings are applied and the extender is ready to complete the setup. Click the...menu and click the NEXT button. 9. Note that you must register your extender, click the Skip Registration link. Click the NEXT button. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The first time that says you successfully created an access point. 13. If the Create Account page does not display, visit www....
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... lights solid green. 2. A login page displays. 4. Run Smart Setup Installation You can log in to an extender to change the extender's WiFi network name (SSID) or WiFi password. To run Smart Setup: 1. Launch a web browser. 3. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The Status page displays. The Status page displays. After the connection with the computer or...
... lights solid green. 2. A login page displays. 4. Run Smart Setup Installation You can log in to an extender to change the extender's WiFi network name (SSID) or WiFi password. To run Smart Setup: 1. Launch a web browser. 3. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The Status page displays. The Status page displays. After the connection with the computer or...
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... prompted, enter the password to connect to your WiFi network and click the NEXT button. The extender applies your WiFi devices to its WiFi network. 10. Get Started 19 When prompted, connect your settings to the extender WiFi network and click the CONTINUE button. Complete the ... its WiFi network names and WiFi passwords. If you do not want to complete the setup. Note that you must register your area and displays a list. 7. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The extender scans for WiFi signals and finds the WiFi networks in your extender before you can use NETGEAR telephone support...
... prompted, enter the password to connect to your WiFi network and click the NEXT button. The extender applies your WiFi devices to its WiFi network. 10. Get Started 19 When prompted, connect your settings to the extender WiFi network and click the CONTINUE button. Complete the ... its WiFi network names and WiFi passwords. If you do not want to complete the setup. Note that you must register your area and displays a list. 7. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The extender scans for WiFi signals and finds the WiFi networks in your extender before you can use NETGEAR telephone support...