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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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...and product names are registered trademarks of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to part 15 of Microsoft Corporation. March 2007. Trademarks NETGEAR is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable ...in der Betriebsanleitung. Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. ...
...and product names are registered trademarks of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to part 15 of Microsoft Corporation. March 2007. Trademarks NETGEAR is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable ...in der Betriebsanleitung. Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. ...
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...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 The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations...Approvals has been notified of the placing 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. Federal Office for compliance with the conditions set out in the ...
...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 The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations...Approvals has been notified of the placing 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. Federal Office for compliance with the conditions set out in the ...
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... 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...
... 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...
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...Powerline Network Configuration and Security Understanding How the Powerline Network Password Works 4-1 Configuring the Powerline Network Password 4-2 Chapter 5 Wireless Configuration and Security Observing Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines 5-1 Implementing Appropriate Wireless Security 5-2 Wireless Data Security Options 5-2 Understanding Basic Wireless Settings 5-2 Information to Gather Before Changing Basic Wireless... 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...
...Powerline Network Configuration and Security Understanding How the Powerline Network Password Works 4-1 Configuring the Powerline Network Password 4-2 Chapter 5 Wireless Configuration and Security Observing Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines 5-1 Implementing Appropriate Wireless Security 5-2 Wireless Data Security Options 5-2 Understanding Basic Wireless Settings 5-2 Information to Gather Before Changing Basic Wireless... 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...
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....asp. 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. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies tutorial information is written for the Wireless Range Extender according to these specifications. Table 1-2. This guide uses the following format...
....asp. 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. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies tutorial information is written for the Wireless Range Extender according to these specifications. Table 1-2. This guide uses the following format...
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.... 2 About This Manual 202-10042-02 v1.1 Note: Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in order to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on the browser toolbar to print the page contents. • Printing a Chapter: Use ...at http://www.adobe.com. - Click the print icon in the upper left of any page. - 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 ...
.... 2 About This Manual 202-10042-02 v1.1 Note: Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in order to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on the browser toolbar to print the page contents. • Printing a Chapter: Use ...at http://www.adobe.com. - Click the print icon in the upper left of any page. - 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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...features as the nearest 110-volt electrical outlet. The Wireless Range Extender lets you can be available in 802.11g-only, or 802.11b+g modes. • Data encryption for both the powerline and wireless portions of the network. • Easy, Web-...based setup for installation and management. • Extensive protocol support. • Login capability • Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of status and activity. • Flash memory for your purchase of the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender...
...features as the nearest 110-volt electrical outlet. The Wireless Range Extender lets you can be available in 802.11g-only, or 802.11b+g modes. • Data encryption for both the powerline and wireless portions of the network. • Easy, Web-...based setup for installation and management. • Extensive protocol support. • Login capability • Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of status and activity. • Flash memory for your purchase of the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender...
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...of product enhancements 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 and wall-plugged devices. The following features simplify installation...is built into the browser-based Web Management Interface. • Firmware Updates The Wireless Range Extender can install, configure, and operate the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 within minutes after connecting it to 54 Mbps. • Operates in ...
...of product enhancements 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 and wall-plugged devices. The following features simplify installation...is built into the browser-based Web Management Interface. • Firmware Updates The Wireless Range Extender can install, configure, and operate the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 within minutes after connecting it to 54 Mbps. • Operates in ...
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... the WGX102. - If any of day, Web site addresses and address keywords. 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...
... the WGX102. - If any of day, Web site addresses and address keywords. 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...
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... 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 the device. Familiarize yourself with an attached device. The WGX102 Wireless Unit The front panel of your product. Blink Power on the Powerline network. Router Mode Off The...
... 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 the device. Familiarize yourself with an attached device. The WGX102 Wireless Unit The front panel of your product. Blink Power on the Powerline network. Router Mode Off The...
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... point or an unfolded paper clip to unplugging and then plugging the device in the reset button. 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. •...
... point or an unfolded paper clip to unplugging and then plugging the device in the reset button. 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. •...
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... supplied to the XE102. There is being transmitted or received by the wireless port. Viewed from top to the XE102. Blink Power on the Powerline network. Figure 2-3: XE102 Front Panel You can use the status lights ...to a powered on the front panel. On Blink Off The Ethernet port has an Ethernet cable connected to verify connections. Data is no active Ethernet connection. 2-6 Introduction 202-10042-02 v1.1 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender...
... supplied to the XE102. There is being transmitted or received by the wireless port. Viewed from top to the XE102. Blink Power on the Powerline network. Figure 2-3: XE102 Front Panel You can use the status lights ...to a powered on the front panel. On Blink Off The Ethernet port has an Ethernet cable connected to verify connections. Data is no active Ethernet connection. 2-6 Introduction 202-10042-02 v1.1 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender...
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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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... connect to set up the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 on your wireless range extender. 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, and wireless network interconnections Follow the instructions below to the Internet. How the Wireless Range Extender Fits in Your Network Your existing network probably...
... connect to set up the 54 Mbps Wall-Plugged Wireless Range Extender WGX102 on your wireless range extender. 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, and wireless network interconnections Follow the instructions below to the Internet. How the Wireless Range Extender Fits in Your Network Your existing network probably...
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... wireless stations allowed Enabled NETGEAR 11 g and b Automatic Disabled Use the procedures below . Check that will use (such as WEP keys). • Each computer that these minimum requirements are shown below to customize any security settings that you have the Network Name (SSID) and any of the settings to Install Your Wireless Range Extender The powerline wireless range extender...
... wireless stations allowed Enabled NETGEAR 11 g and b Automatic Disabled Use the procedures below . Check that will use (such as WEP keys). • Each computer that these minimum requirements are shown below to customize any security settings that you have the Network Name (SSID) and any of the settings to Install Your Wireless Range Extender The powerline 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...
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...
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... XE102. 2. c. Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge XE102 Router Power LAN Internet Ports Figure 3-4: XE102 connected to a LAN port on your network. Now, Install the Wall Plugged Wireless Range Extender (model WGX102) Figure 3-5: WGX102 located near the router. Plug the other end of blue Ethernet cable that came in your router or switch in the...
... XE102. 2. c. Wall-Plugged Ethernet Bridge XE102 Router Power LAN Internet Ports Figure 3-4: XE102 connected to a LAN port on your network. Now, Install the Wall Plugged Wireless Range Extender (model WGX102) Figure 3-5: WGX102 located near the router. Plug the other end of blue Ethernet cable that came in your router or switch in the...
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... Installation Troubleshooting Tips" 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 the router is connected to the modem...that you connected in the previous step is powered on. • Wireless: The Wireless light should be lit. You may connect additional XE102 bridges to your wireless network: Installing the Wireless Range Extender 3-5 202-10042-02 v1.1 Reference Manual for adding the WGX102 to...
... Installation Troubleshooting Tips" 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 the router is connected to the modem...that you connected in the previous step is powered on. • Wireless: The Wireless light should be lit. You may connect additional XE102 bridges to your wireless network: Installing the Wireless Range Extender 3-5 202-10042-02 v1.1 Reference Manual for adding the WGX102 to...