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... 2-5 The XE102 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge 2-6 The Label on the Rear Panel of the XE102 2-7 Chapter 3 Installing the Wireless Range Extender How the Wireless Range Extender Fits in Your Network 3-1 Prepare to Install Your Wireless Range Extender 3-2 Default Factory Settings 3-2 First, Set Up the Powerline Network 3-3 Now, Add the WGX102 to Your Wireless Network 3-5 Plug and Play Installation 3-6 Custom WGX102 Setup 3-7 Test Your Wireless Connectivity...
... 2-5 The XE102 Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge 2-6 The Label on the Rear Panel of the XE102 2-7 Chapter 3 Installing the Wireless Range Extender How the Wireless Range Extender Fits in Your Network 3-1 Prepare to Install Your Wireless Range Extender 3-2 Default Factory Settings 3-2 First, Set Up the Powerline Network 3-3 Now, Add the WGX102 to Your Wireless Network 3-5 Plug and Play Installation 3-6 Custom WGX102 Setup 3-7 Test Your Wireless Connectivity...
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... Status Information 6-5 Viewing a List of Attached Devices 6-8 Configuration File Management 6-9 Backing Up the Configuration 6-9 Erasing the Configuration 6-10 Upgrading the Wireless Range Extender Software 6-10 Chapter 7 Advanced Configuration of the WGX102 Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Operating Modes 7-1 Default: Access Point Mode 7-2 Advanced Custom Setup: Router Mode 7-3 Router Mode WGX102 Internet Connection Setup 7-4 vi Contents 202-10042-02 v1.1
... Status Information 6-5 Viewing a List of Attached Devices 6-8 Configuration File Management 6-9 Backing Up the Configuration 6-9 Erasing the Configuration 6-10 Upgrading the Wireless Range Extender Software 6-10 Chapter 7 Advanced Configuration of the WGX102 Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Operating Modes 7-1 Default: Access Point Mode 7-2 Advanced Custom Setup: Router Mode 7-3 Router Mode WGX102 Internet Connection Setup 7-4 vi Contents 202-10042-02 v1.1
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... IP Address Range 7-38 Router Mode Scheduling When Blocking is Enforced 7-38 Router Mode Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access 7-39 Router Mode E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications 7-40 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting NETGEAR Product Registration, Support, and Documentation 8-1 Basic Functioning ...8-1 Power Light Not On 8-2 HomePlug/Internet or Wireless Port Lights...
... IP Address Range 7-38 Router Mode Scheduling When Blocking is Enforced 7-38 Router Mode Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access 7-39 Router Mode E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications 7-40 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting NETGEAR Product Registration, Support, and Documentation 8-1 Basic Functioning ...8-1 Power Light Not On 8-2 HomePlug/Internet or Wireless Port Lights...
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...-based setup for installation and management. • Extensive protocol support. • Login capability • Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of publication. Go to operate in other rooms without any additional wiring. The Wireless Range Extender lets you will find product firmware updates for firmware upgrades. The 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 connects your purchase of the NETGEAR® 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender...
...-based setup for installation and management. • Extensive protocol support. • Login capability • Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of publication. Go to operate in other rooms without any additional wiring. The Wireless Range Extender lets you will find product firmware updates for firmware upgrades. The 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 connects your purchase of the NETGEAR® 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender...
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...• WPA-PSK support. A user-friendly Setup Wizard is provided and online help documentation is built into the browser-based Web Management Interface. • Firmware Updates The Wireless Range Extender can connect. Support for Wi-Fi Protected Access ... 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 and wall-plugged devices. The access point provides: • 802.11g wireless networking at up to 54 Mbps. ...
...• WPA-PSK support. A user-friendly Setup Wizard is provided and online help documentation is built into the browser-based Web Management Interface. • Firmware Updates The Wireless Range Extender can connect. Support for Wi-Fi Protected Access ... 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 and wall-plugged devices. The access point provides: • 802.11g wireless networking at up to 54 Mbps. ...
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..." on your network. 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 wireless router. 3-6 Installing the Wireless Range Extender 202-10042-02 v1.1 Plug and Play Installation If your network uses a NETGEAR wireless router with its default Wireless Network Name (NETGEAR) and you want to "Default Factory Settings" on page 4-2. If...
..." on your network. 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 wireless router. 3-6 Installing the Wireless Range Extender 202-10042-02 v1.1 Plug and Play Installation If your network uses a NETGEAR wireless router with its default Wireless Network Name (NETGEAR) and you want to "Default Factory Settings" on page 4-2. If...
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... where the WGX102 is installed. NETGEAR as your existing wireless network and the WGX102 and connect easily to the instructions in your existing wireless network. Now, take this computer to the WGX102 and customize its settings. 1. 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...
... where the WGX102 is installed. NETGEAR as your existing wireless network and the WGX102 and connect easily to the instructions in your existing wireless network. Now, take this computer to the WGX102 and customize its settings. 1. 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...
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...54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 - A static IP address of the WGX102 main menu. Be sure to click Apply to the WGX102 by opening your changes. Restart this computer so that the IP address settings match those of your wireless network. Click Wireless Settings in the Setup.... 5. Figure 3-8: WGX102 Login IP Address 4. Assure that these settings take effect. 3. Figure 3-9: WGX102 Wireless Settings 6. Enter the Network Name (SSID) and wireless security settings for your existing router. 3-8 Installing the Wireless Range Extender 202-10042-02 v1.1
...54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 - A static IP address of the WGX102 main menu. Be sure to click Apply to the WGX102 by opening your changes. Restart this computer so that the IP address settings match those of your wireless network. Click Wireless Settings in the Setup.... 5. Figure 3-8: WGX102 Login IP Address 4. Assure that these settings take effect. 3. Figure 3-9: WGX102 Wireless Settings 6. Enter the Network Name (SSID) and wireless security settings for your existing router. 3-8 Installing the Wireless Range Extender 202-10042-02 v1.1
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... the address of the IP address in "Implementing Appropriate Wireless Security" on page 3-9. For wireless connectivity problems, see "Basic Installation Troubleshooting Tips" on page 5-2. The "Gateway" address listed on this will be disconnected when you may have. You are some tips for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 From the main menu of your router. Reference...
... the address of the IP address in "Implementing Appropriate Wireless Security" on page 3-9. For wireless connectivity problems, see "Basic Installation Troubleshooting Tips" on page 5-2. The "Gateway" address listed on this will be disconnected when you may have. You are some tips for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 From the main menu of your router. Reference...
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... no activity before it automatically logs you are using the WGX102 in Router Mode, see "Router Mode LAN IP Setup Options" on page 7-24 for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Use the Wireless Settings link in the Setup section of the browser interface, under the Advanced heading on page 5-7. Select this task, refer to update the...
... no activity before it automatically logs you are using the WGX102 in Router Mode, see "Router Mode LAN IP Setup Options" on page 7-24 for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Use the Wireless Settings link in the Setup section of the browser interface, under the Advanced heading on page 5-7. Select this task, refer to update the...
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... the network at the same time. From the main menu of the browser interface, under the Setup section, click Wall Plug Settings to display the Wall Plug Settings screen. Configuring the Powerline Network Password You can change the password for each device, portions ... with one another but not with the "upstairs" devices. - You assign a Network Password using the WGX102 Wall Plug Settings screen. 1. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 • Because the data is always encrypted, the password allows you begin to change either a single or...
... the network at the same time. From the main menu of the browser interface, under the Setup section, click Wall Plug Settings to display the Wall Plug Settings screen. Configuring the Powerline Network Password You can change the password for each device, portions ... with one another but not with the "upstairs" devices. - You assign a Network Password using the WGX102 Wall Plug Settings screen. 1. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 • Because the data is always encrypted, the password allows you begin to change either a single or...
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... Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Access List: Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address Note: When configuring the WGX102 from a wireless computer that is not in the main menu of the browser interface. 2. In the Wireless Card Access List section, click Setup Access List to the list. You must then access the wireless range extender from a wired computer...
... Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Access List: Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address Note: When configuring the WGX102 from a wireless computer that is not in the main menu of the browser interface. 2. In the Wireless Card Access List section, click Setup Access List to the list. You must then access the wireless range extender from a wired computer...
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... Router Mode installation, the WGX102 functions as Port Forwarding and Triggering, WAN Setup, Dynamic DNS, Static Routes, Remote Management, and UPnP. These features are using the Wireless Range Extender in Router Mode, you are described in Router Mode. These features can be... networking and routing, refer to Appendix B, "Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics", to configure the advanced features of your 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 in the following sections. Note: If you are different than the Router Mode options. Chapter 7 Advanced Configuration of the...
... Router Mode installation, the WGX102 functions as Port Forwarding and Triggering, WAN Setup, Dynamic DNS, Static Routes, Remote Management, and UPnP. These features are using the Wireless Range Extender in Router Mode, you are described in Router Mode. These features can be... networking and routing, refer to Appendix B, "Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics", to configure the advanced features of your 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 in the following sections. Note: If you are different than the Router Mode options. Chapter 7 Advanced Configuration of the...
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... Host Configuration Protocol) server, which provides the IP address and other TCP/IP configuration for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Advanced Custom Setup: Router Mode Powerline Network (always encrypted) XE102 Cable/DSL Modem Internet Access WGX102 Wireless Computer Wireless Network Wireless Computer Figure 7-2: Router mode In Router Mode, the WGX102 provides all the computers that are connected...
... Host Configuration Protocol) server, which provides the IP address and other TCP/IP configuration for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Advanced Custom Setup: Router Mode Powerline Network (always encrypted) XE102 Cable/DSL Modem Internet Access WGX102 Wireless Computer Wireless Network Wireless Computer Figure 7-2: Router mode In Router Mode, the WGX102 provides all the computers that are connected...
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... router on the same network. Follow these instructions to the Internet. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Router Mode WGX102 Internet Connection Setup This section describes how to set up the WGX102 as the only router on your local area...Advanced Configuration of the WGX102 202-10042-02 v1.1 Disconnect any other XE102 bridges on your wireless range extender in router mode. 1. The figure below illustrates the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 in Router Mode: Figure 7-3: WGX102 in Router Mode Warning: In router mode, you ...
... router on the same network. Follow these instructions to the Internet. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Router Mode WGX102 Internet Connection Setup This section describes how to set up the WGX102 as the only router on your local area...Advanced Configuration of the WGX102 202-10042-02 v1.1 Disconnect any other XE102 bridges on your wireless range extender in router mode. 1. The figure below illustrates the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 in Router Mode: Figure 7-3: WGX102 in Router Mode Warning: In router mode, you ...
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...obtain both in the address field of the WGX102 202-10042-02 v1.1 Click OK. The wireless range extender automatically displays the NETGEAR Setup Wizard configuration assistant the first time you connect in the main menu on the CD. To ...setup. For help with the Smart Wizard configuration assistant to connect to the wireless range extender, verify your Internet connection. USE THE SMART WIZARD TO CONFIGURE THE WIRELESS RANGE EXTENDER a. When prompted, enter admin for the user name and password for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 5. From a wireless...
...obtain both in the address field of the WGX102 202-10042-02 v1.1 Click OK. The wireless range extender automatically displays the NETGEAR Setup Wizard configuration assistant the first time you connect in the main menu on the CD. To ...setup. For help with the Smart Wizard configuration assistant to connect to the wireless range extender, verify your Internet connection. USE THE SMART WIZARD TO CONFIGURE THE WIRELESS RANGE EXTENDER a. When prompted, enter admin for the user name and password for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 5. From a wireless...
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...MAC address that will connect. Advanced Configuration of that your computer, select "Use Static IP address". For security reasons, the wireless range extender has its MAC address. Domain Name Server (DNS) Address: If you a permanent, fixed (static) IP address for your... click Enter. 2. When prompted, enter admin for the user name and password for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 1. Enter the IP address that computer by the wireless range extender on the Setup menu. 4. d. If a Secondary DNS Server address is selected by typing http://192.168...
...MAC address that will connect. Advanced Configuration of that your computer, select "Use Static IP address". For security reasons, the wireless range extender has its MAC address. Domain Name Server (DNS) Address: If you a permanent, fixed (static) IP address for your... click Enter. 2. When prompted, enter admin for the user name and password for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 1. Enter the IP address that computer by the wireless range extender on the Setup menu. 4. d. If a Secondary DNS Server address is selected by typing http://192.168...
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... of your Wireless Range Extender. The DMZ Server is configured in the WAN Setup menu as discussed in the corresponding Server IP Address box. 3. Figure 7-15: Port Forwarding menu Use the Port Forwarding menu to configure the wireless range extender to forward incoming protocols to the following section, "Adding a Custom Service". 2. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 menu...
... of your Wireless Range Extender. The DMZ Server is configured in the WAN Setup menu as discussed in the corresponding Server IP Address box. 3. Figure 7-15: Port Forwarding menu Use the Port Forwarding menu to configure the wireless range extender to forward incoming protocols to the following section, "Adding a Custom Service". 2. Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 menu...
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... of these applications and to a Ping on the WAN port. Normally, this option should only be disabled in Europe for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Router Mode WAN Setup Options The WAN Setup options let you must connect manually, using some online games and videoconferencing applications that are incompatible with them, but there are discussed...
... of these applications and to a Ping on the WAN port. Normally, this option should only be disabled in Europe for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Router Mode WAN Setup Options The WAN Setup options let you must connect manually, using some online games and videoconferencing applications that are incompatible with them, but there are discussed...
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... to Ping on the Advanced section of the WGX102 202-10042-02 v1.1 Click WAN Setup link on Internet WAN Port check box. Any packets sent through the wireless range extender that are larger than the configured MTU size are repackaged into smaller packets to save the... from the Internet is normally discarded by the WGX102 unless the traffic is necessary for PPTP connections. Type the IP address for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Note: DMZ servers pose a security risk. The normal MTU (Maximum Transmit Unit) value for most Ethernet networks is called the...
... to Ping on the Advanced section of the WGX102 202-10042-02 v1.1 Click WAN Setup link on Internet WAN Port check box. Any packets sent through the wireless range extender that are larger than the configured MTU size are repackaged into smaller packets to save the... from the Internet is normally discarded by the WGX102 unless the traffic is necessary for PPTP connections. Type the IP address for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 Note: DMZ servers pose a security risk. The normal MTU (Maximum Transmit Unit) value for most Ethernet networks is called the...