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Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10042-02 v1.1 Version 1.0 March 2007 202-10042-02 v1.1
Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10042-02 v1.1 Version 1.0 March 2007 202-10042-02 v1.1
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...2007 by one or more of their respective holders. Other brand and product names are designed to correct the interference by NETGEAR, Inc. These limits are registered trademarks or trademarks of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving ... a trademark of Netgear, Inc. Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Trademarks NETGEAR is no guarantee that to radio communications. Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 gemäß...
...2007 by one or more of their respective holders. Other brand and product names are designed to correct the interference by NETGEAR, Inc. These limits are registered trademarks or trademarks of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving ... a trademark of Netgear, Inc. Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Trademarks NETGEAR is no guarantee that to radio communications. Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 gemäß...
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... Details Model Number: Publication Date: Product Family: Product Name: Home or Business Product: Language: WGX102 March 2007 router 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 home English iii 202-10042-02 v1.1 Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 has been suppressed in accordance with the regulations. The operation of some equipment (for example...
... Details Model Number: Publication Date: Product Family: Product Name: Home or Business Product: Language: WGX102 March 2007 router 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 home English iii 202-10042-02 v1.1 Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 has been suppressed in accordance with the regulations. The operation of some equipment (for example...
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..., conventions, and formats of importance or special interest. Table 1-2. Manual Scope Product Version Manual Publication Date 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 March 2007 Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR Web site. This manual is written for the Wireless Range Extender according to intermediate computer and Internet skills. This guide uses the following format to highlight special messages...
..., conventions, and formats of importance or special interest. Table 1-2. Manual Scope Product Version Manual Publication Date 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 March 2007 Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR Web site. This manual is written for the Wireless Range Extender according to intermediate computer and Internet skills. This guide uses the following format to highlight special messages...
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...print. Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page in the manual. •A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on the Adobe Web site at a time •A button that displays the...ink by selecting this feature. • Printing the Full Manual. The Acrobat reader is dedicated to a major topic. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 How to Use This Manual The HTML version of this manual includes the following several options, according to your needs. • Printing a ...
...print. Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page in the manual. •A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on the Adobe Web site at a time •A button that displays the...ink by selecting this feature. • Printing the Full Manual. The Acrobat reader is dedicated to a major topic. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 How to Use This Manual The HTML version of this manual includes the following several options, according to your needs. • Printing a ...
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... date of the NETGEAR® 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102. Earlier versions of the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102. The Wireless Range Extender provides the following features: • 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to the Internet through the included XE102 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge. Introduction 2-1 202-10042-02 v1.1 Key Features Note: This manual provides information on your purchase of publication. The 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 connects your high...
... date of the NETGEAR® 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102. Earlier versions of the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102. The Wireless Range Extender provides the following features: • 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to the Internet through the included XE102 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge. Introduction 2-1 202-10042-02 v1.1 Key Features Note: This manual provides information on your purchase of publication. The 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 connects your high...
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... documentation is built into the browser-based Web Management Interface. • Firmware Updates The Wireless Range Extender can connect. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 802.11g Wireless Networking The Wireless Range Extender includes an 802.11g wireless access point, providing continuous, high-speed 54 Mbps access between your wireless range extender from almost any type of personal computer, such as they become available. •...
... documentation is built into the browser-based Web Management Interface. • Firmware Updates The Wireless Range Extender can connect. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 802.11g Wireless Networking The Wireless Range Extender includes an 802.11g wireless access point, providing continuous, high-speed 54 Mbps access between your wireless range extender from almost any type of personal computer, such as they become available. •...
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Maintenance and Support NETGEAR offers the following items: • A 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102. • A Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge XE102. • NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Resource CD, including: - Application Notes and other helpful information. • Registration, Warranty Card, and Support Information Card. Package Contents The product package should contain the following features to help you maximize your NETGEAR dealer. Parents and network administrators can...
Maintenance and Support NETGEAR offers the following items: • A 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102. • A Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge XE102. • NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Resource CD, including: - Application Notes and other helpful information. • Registration, Warranty Card, and Support Information Card. Package Contents The product package should contain the following features to help you maximize your NETGEAR dealer. Parents and network administrators can...
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Status Light Descriptions Label Activity Description Power On Green Solid Power is supplied to the WGX102. Off Power is being transmitted or received by the wireless port. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Connectors, Reset Buttons, Ports, and Label Information Each unit has various status indicators, a reset button, and a label with an attached device. AP...
Status Light Descriptions Label Activity Description Power On Green Solid Power is supplied to the WGX102. Off Power is being transmitted or received by the wireless port. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Connectors, Reset Buttons, Ports, and Label Information Each unit has various status indicators, a reset button, and a label with an attached device. AP...
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... point or an unfolded paper clip to the factory defaults, as shown below. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 The Label on the Rear Panel of the WGX102 The label on the rear panel of the WGX102 contains the items listed below. • MAC address • Model number • Serial number • Unique device...
... point or an unfolded paper clip to the factory defaults, as shown below. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 The Label on the Rear Panel of the WGX102 The label on the rear panel of the WGX102 contains the items listed below. • MAC address • Model number • Serial number • Unique device...
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... 202-10042-02 v1.1 Off Power is supplied to bottom, the table below . There is being transmitted or received by the wireless port. Figure 2-3: XE102 Front Panel You can use the status lights to the XE102. Viewed from top to the XE102. On...On Green Solid Power is not supplied to verify connections. Blink Power on the Powerline network. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 The XE102 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge he front panel of the XE102 contains the status lights described below describes the lights on the front panel...
... 202-10042-02 v1.1 Off Power is supplied to bottom, the table below . There is being transmitted or received by the wireless port. Figure 2-3: XE102 Front Panel You can use the status lights to the XE102. Viewed from top to the XE102. On...On Green Solid Power is not supplied to verify connections. Blink Power on the Powerline network. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 The XE102 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge he front panel of the XE102 contains the status lights described below describes the lights on the front panel...
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Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 The Label on the Rear Panel of the XE102 The label on the rear panel of the WGX102 contains the items listed below. • MAC address • Model number • Serial number • Unique device Passcode (PWD) Introduction 2-7 202-10042-02 v1.1
Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 The Label on the Rear Panel of the XE102 The label on the rear panel of the WGX102 contains the items listed below. • MAC address • Model number • Serial number • Unique device Passcode (PWD) Introduction 2-7 202-10042-02 v1.1
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Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 2-8 Introduction 202-10042-02 v1.1
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Chapter 3 Installing the Wireless Range Extender This chapter describes how to set up the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 on your local area network (LAN) and connect to set up your electrical power wires. Installing the Wireless Range Extender 3-1 202-10042-02 v1.1 Internet Access Wireless Computer Powerline Network (always encrypted) WGX102 Wireless Network XE102 Wireless Router Computer Ethernet Network Wireless Computer Wireless Network Wireless Computer Figure 3-1: Powerline, Ethernet...
Chapter 3 Installing the Wireless Range Extender This chapter describes how to set up the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 on your local area network (LAN) and connect to set up your electrical power wires. Installing the Wireless Range Extender 3-1 202-10042-02 v1.1 Internet Access Wireless Computer Powerline Network (always encrypted) WGX102 Wireless Network XE102 Wireless Router Computer Ethernet Network Wireless Computer Wireless Network Wireless Computer Figure 3-1: Powerline, Ethernet...
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...8226; Your Internet connection is working. • Your wireless network is designed for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Prepare to better meet your WGX102, the default factory settings are met. • ...Wireless Mode Authentication Type WEP and WPA-PSK DEFAULT FACTORY SETTINGS Fixed (static) 192.168.0.101 Access Point All wireless stations allowed Enabled NETGEAR 11 g and b Automatic Disabled Use the procedures below . Reference Manual for easy installation. Check that you first receive your networking needs. 3-2 Installing the Wireless Range Extender...
...8226; Your Internet connection is working. • Your wireless network is designed for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Prepare to better meet your WGX102, the default factory settings are met. • ...Wireless Mode Authentication Type WEP and WPA-PSK DEFAULT FACTORY SETTINGS Fixed (static) 192.168.0.101 Access Point All wireless stations allowed Enabled NETGEAR 11 g and b Automatic Disabled Use the procedures below . Reference Manual for easy installation. Check that you first receive your networking needs. 3-2 Installing the Wireless Range Extender...
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Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 First, Set Up the Powerline Network Internet Access Powerline Network (always encrypted) Wireless Router XE102 Ethernet Network WGX102 Figure 3-2: Powerline, Ethernet, and wireless network interconnections 1. First, Connect the Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge (model XE102) /. /&& 7!2.).' Figure 3-3: Powerline caution Do not connect the WGX102 or the XE102 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge to a power strip, extension cord, or...
Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 First, Set Up the Powerline Network Internet Access Powerline Network (always encrypted) Wireless Router XE102 Ethernet Network WGX102 Figure 3-2: Powerline, Ethernet, and wireless network interconnections 1. First, Connect the Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge (model XE102) /. /&& 7!2.).' Figure 3-3: Powerline caution Do not connect the WGX102 or the XE102 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge to a power strip, extension cord, or...
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... a LAN port on your router or switch in the box into an electrical outlet near a wireless computer 3-4 Installing the Wireless Range Extender 202-10042-02 v1.1 Now, Install the Wall Plugged Wireless Range Extender (model WGX102) Figure 3-5: WGX102 located near the router. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 a. Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge XE102 Router Power LAN Internet Ports Figure 3-4: XE102 connected to a LAN port on...
... a LAN port on your router or switch in the box into an electrical outlet near a wireless computer 3-4 Installing the Wireless Range Extender 202-10042-02 v1.1 Now, Install the Wall Plugged Wireless Range Extender (model WGX102) Figure 3-5: WGX102 located near the router. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 a. Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge XE102 Router Power LAN Internet Ports Figure 3-4: XE102 connected to a LAN port on...
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... . • Wireless: The Wireless light should be lit. This completes the powerline installation. If the Wireless light is powered on page 3-9. Figure 3-6: Powerline and wireless network interconnections There are two scenarios for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Plug the WGX102 into an electrical outlet near the wireless computer that you ... you want to connect, and wait one minute. Reference Manual for adding the WGX102 to your wireless network: Installing the Wireless Range Extender 3-5 202-10042-02 v1.1 If not, make sure the Ethernet cable on the...
... . • Wireless: The Wireless light should be lit. This completes the powerline installation. If the Wireless light is powered on page 3-9. Figure 3-6: Powerline and wireless network interconnections There are two scenarios for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Plug the WGX102 into an electrical outlet near the wireless computer that you ... you want to connect, and wait one minute. Reference Manual for adding the WGX102 to your wireless network: Installing the Wireless Range Extender 3-5 202-10042-02 v1.1 If not, make sure the Ethernet cable on the...
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... "Default Factory Settings" on page 5-2, and the documentation for your wireless router. 3-6 Installing the Wireless Range Extender 202-10042-02 v1.1 These procedures for using these two options are different from the default WGX102. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 • Plug and play installation: This option works when the wireless settings of your existing network are presented below.
... "Default Factory Settings" on page 5-2, and the documentation for your wireless router. 3-6 Installing the Wireless Range Extender 202-10042-02 v1.1 These procedures for using these two options are different from the default WGX102. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 • Plug and play installation: This option works when the wireless settings of your existing network are presented below.
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... according to the location where the WGX102 is installed. Wireless Network Name (SSID), and any wireless security settings such a the WEP key. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Custom WGX102 Setup Internet Access Wireless Network Name (SSID) XE102 Wireless IP Address Router #.#.#.# IP Address 192.168.0.101 Wireless Computer WGX102 Wireless Network Name (SSID) Note: The WGX102 must match exactly those settings...
... according to the location where the WGX102 is installed. Wireless Network Name (SSID), and any wireless security settings such a the WEP key. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Custom WGX102 Setup Internet Access Wireless Network Name (SSID) XE102 Wireless IP Address Router #.#.#.# IP Address 192.168.0.101 Wireless Computer WGX102 Wireless Network Name (SSID) Note: The WGX102 must match exactly those settings...