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... computers. Chapter 1. Computer outside the wireless router's range. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT How the Range Extender Works The range extender works like a bridge between the router and the computer. The range extender connects to a network. 2. Because data traffic routed through the range extender network only when the computer is in place. NETGEAR recommends that both ends of...
... computers. Chapter 1. Computer outside the wireless router's range. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT How the Range Extender Works The range extender works like a bridge between the router and the computer. The range extender connects to a network. 2. Because data traffic routed through the range extender network only when the computer is in place. NETGEAR recommends that both ends of...
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...a router. • If the Link Rate LED is red or the Smart Wizard cannot connect the range extender to a router, move the range extender to a different location half-way between your wireless router and your router and log in a good location, open a browser and go to http://www.mywifiext...8226; The best performance is delivered when both the Link Rate LED Extender Connection LED are using. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT The range extender LEDs can help you tell if the extender is correctly set up the range extender and continue to check the LEDs. To improve the Link Rate LED...
...a router. • If the Link Rate LED is red or the Smart Wizard cannot connect the range extender to a router, move the range extender to a different location half-way between your wireless router and your router and log in a good location, open a browser and go to http://www.mywifiext...8226; The best performance is delivered when both the Link Rate LED Extender Connection LED are using. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT The range extender LEDs can help you tell if the extender is correctly set up the range extender and continue to check the LEDs. To improve the Link Rate LED...
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...Do not use only a wireless connection to the router. 3. If the LED is on. If you connect wired devices or computers, first install and set up your range extender as described in the Universal WiFi Extender WN2000RPT Installation Guide that the range extender LAN LED is not lit... reconnect the Ethernet cable, and relaunch your computer to the range extender with an Ethernet Cable Usually, you connect to the range extender wirelessly, but you can...
...Do not use only a wireless connection to the router. 3. If the LED is on. If you connect wired devices or computers, first install and set up your range extender as described in the Universal WiFi Extender WN2000RPT Installation Guide that the range extender LAN LED is not lit... reconnect the Ethernet cable, and relaunch your computer to the range extender with an Ethernet Cable Usually, you connect to the range extender wirelessly, but you can...
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...displays. From the menu, select Setup Wizard. Chapter 1. The Universal WiFi Extender WN2000RPT Installation Guide (included in the installation guide. 3. Either select a network from the list, or select the Manually input my wireless SSID radio button and type the SSID. The following screen displays: This... is the same Smart Wizard that displays during installation as described in the package) explains how to a wireless network. After installation, to the range extender. Getting Started | 9 Note: Once you begin using the Smart Wizard, you must complete all of its steps...
...displays. From the menu, select Setup Wizard. Chapter 1. The Universal WiFi Extender WN2000RPT Installation Guide (included in the installation guide. 3. Either select a network from the list, or select the Manually input my wireless SSID radio button and type the SSID. The following screen displays: This... is the same Smart Wizard that displays during installation as described in the package) explains how to a wireless network. After installation, to the range extender. Getting Started | 9 Note: Once you begin using the Smart Wizard, you must complete all of its steps...
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...following screen: 7. The range extender connects to make more changes, make the appropriate menu selections. 10 | Chapter 1. Getting Started Enter the passphrase for your computer, and reconnect it to the device on which you want to the wireless network and then displays the ...following screen displays: 6. Click Finish. • If you want to use it. • If you are done making changes, disconnect your range extender from your wireless network and click Continue. The next screen displays: 5. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT ...
...following screen: 7. The range extender connects to make more changes, make the appropriate menu selections. 10 | Chapter 1. Getting Started Enter the passphrase for your computer, and reconnect it to the device on which you want to the wireless network and then displays the ...following screen displays: 6. Click Finish. • If you want to use it. • If you are done making changes, disconnect your range extender from your wireless network and click Continue. The next screen displays: 5. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT ...
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... the front of the range extender. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Use WPS to Add a PC to the Range Extender's Wireless Network WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) lets you connect a computer or wireless device to use WPS during installation. If your range extender network is open (no wireless security is attempting to the range extender. Select a radio button. •...
... the front of the range extender. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Use WPS to Add a PC to the Range Extender's Wireless Network WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) lets you connect a computer or wireless device to use WPS during installation. If your range extender network is open (no wireless security is attempting to the range extender. Select a radio button. •...
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... to use on your network. • None. Chapter 2. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Range Extender Wireless Settings You can use the Wireless Settings screen to change the network name (SSID) for the range extender's network and to customize your extender network. You can select 64-bit or 128-bit encryption. In the Name (SSID) field, you do...
... to use on your network. • None. Chapter 2. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Range Extender Wireless Settings You can use the Wireless Settings screen to change the network name (SSID) for the range extender's network and to customize your extender network. You can select 64-bit or 128-bit encryption. In the Name (SSID) field, you do...
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... both the Shared Key and WEP encryption settings. 3. Range Extender Network Settings In the Wireless Settings screen, in order to join the extender's wireless network. 4. This automatically creates the keys. When using wireless computers or devices that support WPA, you can enter the ...Shared Key. Note: The authentication is Open System. If your network: • Passphrase. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT • WPA-PSK [TKIP]. When using wireless computers or devices that requires a shared key, but some older computers do not support this process. You can...
... both the Shared Key and WEP encryption settings. 3. Range Extender Network Settings In the Wireless Settings screen, in order to join the extender's wireless network. 4. This automatically creates the keys. When using wireless computers or devices that support WPA, you can enter the ...Shared Key. Note: The authentication is Open System. If your network: • Passphrase. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT • WPA-PSK [TKIP]. When using wireless computers or devices that requires a shared key, but some older computers do not support this process. You can...
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...WPA, WPA2, or WPA + WPA2 Both WPA and WPA2 provide strong data security. WPA with TKIP can be used only to get its wireless network. To configure WPA or WPA2 in your network. The primary domain name server (DNS). - The secondary domain name server (DNS). Enter...be the default. The settings displayed on the screen depend on all computers and access points in the range extender: 1. The static IP address. - IP Subnet Mask. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT • Key 1-Key 4. These values are set to decrypt received data. These values must be technically ...
...WPA, WPA2, or WPA + WPA2 Both WPA and WPA2 provide strong data security. WPA with TKIP can be used only to get its wireless network. To configure WPA or WPA2 in your network. The primary domain name server (DNS). - The secondary domain name server (DNS). Enter...be the default. The settings displayed on the screen depend on all computers and access points in the range extender: 1. The static IP address. - IP Subnet Mask. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT • Key 1-Key 4. These values are set to decrypt received data. These values must be technically ...
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...Connection Status to this screen: This screen shows the current settings and the status of your wireless connection (connected or disconnected). Range Extender Network Settings Your range extender is set up to connect to Existing Network Name (SSID) Connection Status Link Rate Description ...; The following table describes the fields in the current wireless connection. 16 | Chapter 2. You can also select Status from the menu to display this SSID, also called the wireless name. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Status Screen When you connect to see device performance statistics...
...Connection Status to this screen: This screen shows the current settings and the status of your wireless connection (connected or disconnected). Range Extender Network Settings Your range extender is set up to connect to Existing Network Name (SSID) Connection Status Link Rate Description ...; The following table describes the fields in the current wireless connection. 16 | Chapter 2. You can also select Status from the menu to display this SSID, also called the wireless name. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Status Screen When you connect to see device performance statistics...
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...Subnet Mask Gateway IP Address Domain Name Server Extender Wireless Settings Name (SSID) Region Channel Wireless AP Broadcast Name Wi-Fi Protected Setup Description The physical address of the range extender. The default is 255.255.255.0. The ...wireless network. The IP address of the Domain Name Server (DNS) of the wireless network gateway. The name (SSID) or the wireless network. On or Off. Configured. The channel of the range extender. Identifies the network DHCP server on the wireless network. The IP address of the wireless network. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT...
...Subnet Mask Gateway IP Address Domain Name Server Extender Wireless Settings Name (SSID) Region Channel Wireless AP Broadcast Name Wi-Fi Protected Setup Description The physical address of the range extender. The default is 255.255.255.0. The ...wireless network. The IP address of the Domain Name Server (DNS) of the wireless network gateway. The name (SSID) or the wireless network. On or Off. Configured. The channel of the range extender. Identifies the network DHCP server on the wireless network. The IP address of the wireless network. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT...
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Rx B/s The average line utilization for the LAN (local), and wireless LAN (WLAN) ports. Range Extender Network Settings Up Time The time elapsed since reset or manual clear. Show Statistics Fields Field Description LAN or WLAN (Port) The ...clear. Tx B/s The current line utilization-percentage of current bandwidth used on this port. Poll Interval Specify the poll interval frequency. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Show Statistics On the Device Status screen, click Show Statistics to display the following : Status The link status of the port. If you change...
Rx B/s The average line utilization for the LAN (local), and wireless LAN (WLAN) ports. Range Extender Network Settings Up Time The time elapsed since reset or manual clear. Show Statistics Fields Field Description LAN or WLAN (Port) The ...clear. Tx B/s The current line utilization-percentage of current bandwidth used on this port. Poll Interval Specify the poll interval frequency. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Show Statistics On the Device Status screen, click Show Statistics to display the following : Status The link status of the port. If you change...
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...extender. From the range extender menu at log in the Firmware Upgrade screen previously, the range extender...Range Extender Network Settings | 21 Incorrect settings might disable the range extender ...extender until it finishes restarting! Use the Browse field to install the new firmware on your computer. 3. Advanced Wireless Settings The range extender... is available. CAUTION: Once you start the firmware upgrade, do not try to go online, turn off the range extender...box. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Upgrade the Firmware Unless ...
...extender. From the range extender menu at log in the Firmware Upgrade screen previously, the range extender...Range Extender Network Settings | 21 Incorrect settings might disable the range extender ...extender until it finishes restarting! Use the Browse field to install the new firmware on your computer. 3. Advanced Wireless Settings The range extender... is available. CAUTION: Once you start the firmware upgrade, do not try to go online, turn off the range extender...box. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Upgrade the Firmware Unless ...
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... is cleared, then the wireless network is cleared, then computers or wireless devices cannot connect wirelessly to broadcast its wireless network name (SSID). When this check box is hidden. If you have to work as a wireless access point. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT To view or change the advanced wireless settings: From the range extender menu at http://www...
... is cleared, then the wireless network is cleared, then computers or wireless devices cannot connect wirelessly to broadcast its wireless network name (SSID). When this check box is hidden. If you have to work as a wireless access point. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT To view or change the advanced wireless settings: From the range extender menu at http://www...
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... been typed incorrectly. If this indicates a poor wireless connection. Click Cancel, use the Smart Wizard, and the range extender cannot connect to the router or cannot get a wireless connection working, you click Continue, the Smart Wizard starts again (see if your network. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT - Make sure that the router is amber PC...
... been typed incorrectly. If this indicates a poor wireless connection. Click Cancel, use the Smart Wizard, and the range extender cannot connect to the router or cannot get a wireless connection working, you click Continue, the Smart Wizard starts again (see if your network. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT - Make sure that the router is amber PC...
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... is poor. The wireless connection between the extender and the router is optimum. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Front Panel Table 1. WPS button The WPS button allows you to connect your computer to a PC. Rear Panel Factory Reset button Ethernet ports Power On/Off button Figure 1. PC to Extender Connection The extender is powered on. Rear...
... is poor. The wireless connection between the extender and the router is optimum. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Front Panel Table 1. WPS button The WPS button allows you to connect your computer to a PC. Rear Panel Factory Reset button Ethernet ports Power On/Off button Figure 1. PC to Extender Connection The extender is powered on. Rear...
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... two main jobs: 1. Computer outside the wireless router's range. Figure 2. Range Extender in a home Router When to Use Your Extender NETGEAR recommends that you connect through the extender is inherently slower than traffic routed directly from the network is good enough. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT How the Extender Works The extender works like a bridge between the router and...
... two main jobs: 1. Computer outside the wireless router's range. Figure 2. Range Extender in a home Router When to Use Your Extender NETGEAR recommends that you connect through the extender is inherently slower than traffic routed directly from the network is good enough. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT How the Extender Works The extender works like a bridge between the router and...
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...PC to a different location. If this straight path is blocked by a thick wall or other materials, move the extender to a different location half-way between your wireless router and your router and log in a good location, open a browser and go to http://www.mywifiext.net to.... Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT The extender LEDs can help you tell if the extender is correctly set up the extender and continue to check the LEDs. Range extender location The best connection is established when there is a clear line of sight between the extender and the wireless router and also a...
...PC to a different location. If this straight path is blocked by a thick wall or other materials, move the extender to a different location half-way between your wireless router and your router and log in a good location, open a browser and go to http://www.mywifiext.net to.... Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT The extender LEDs can help you tell if the extender is correctly set up the extender and continue to check the LEDs. Range extender location The best connection is established when there is a clear line of sight between the extender and the wireless router and also a...
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... 8 CAUTION: Do not use Ethernet cable to connect the extender to the extender with an Ethernet Cable Usually, you connect to the extender wirelessly, but you can use only a wireless connection to connect wired devices such as described in the Universal WiFi Extender WN2000RPT Installation Guide that the extender LAN LED is not lit reconnect the Ethernet cable...
... 8 CAUTION: Do not use Ethernet cable to connect the extender to the extender with an Ethernet Cable Usually, you connect to the extender wirelessly, but you can use only a wireless connection to connect wired devices such as described in the Universal WiFi Extender WN2000RPT Installation Guide that the extender LAN LED is not lit reconnect the Ethernet cable...
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... or select the Manually input my wireless SSID radio button and type the SSID. 3. The following screen displays: This is the same Smart Wizard that displays during installation as described in the installation guide. 2. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Use the Setup Wizard The Setup ...Wizard can help you set up your wireless network and click Continue. Select Setup Wizard. Enter the passphrase for your...
... or select the Manually input my wireless SSID radio button and type the SSID. 3. The following screen displays: This is the same Smart Wizard that displays during installation as described in the installation guide. 2. Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Use the Setup Wizard The Setup ...Wizard can help you set up your wireless network and click Continue. Select Setup Wizard. Enter the passphrase for your...