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Question posted by cristinapaget on October 7th, 2012

I Cannot Connect

when i choose the netgear to connect to , what is the security code i have to introduce ? the number at the bottom of the router netgear ?

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Answer #1: Posted by roger6172 on November 20th, 2012 7:31 AM
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Easy answer.  The WN2500RP is not a reliable product. Best to use the GUI to set up (mywifiext.net) rather than WPS.

Unit says it can be dual band (2.4 and 5 simultaneous) but seems hit and miss.

 

Cheap and nasty springs to mind

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WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 1

Universal Dual Band WiFi Range Extender WN2500RP Installation Guide 2.4 AND 5 GHz WIRELESS EXTENSION CONNECT WIRED DEVICES WIRELESSLY EXISTING ROUTER Extended Wireless Range Existing Router Range 5 GHz Wireless 2.4 GHz Wireless
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 2

... Support Thank you for choosing NETGEAR. No part of NETGEAR, Inc. Phone (US & Canada only): 1-888-NETGEAR Phone (Other Countries): See http://support.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/984. Other brand and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of this document without notice. Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Connect with Innovation are trademarks...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 3

...No wireless security. 3 WPS Wireless Device to router. WPS. A WPS connection is connected to a wireless device. This LED is lit when the Extender is in progress. • Off. Indicates a 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz wireless connection between the Extender and a router. Not connected to Extender Link Rate 5 GHz Link Rate 2.4 GHz Power On/Off The appropriate LED lights to Extender. Wireless...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 4

... ports on page 6. Power jack. Use this button to an Existing Wi-Fi Network on the Extender to connect up to four Ethernet-enabled devices wirelessly to your extender into the power jack and connecting the other end to its original factory settings, insert a paper clip into the reset hole and hold it...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 5

... Extender starts. Placing the Extender and Applying Power 1. Place the Extender an equal distance between your router and the wireless device located outside the range of your router. Getting Started The WiFi Range Extender extends the wireless network to include the area outside the range of your existing Wi-Fi network. The Power LED...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 6

... router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), we recommend that you use Option 2 to connect. Connecting the Extender to an Existing Wi-Fi Network To extend the range of your Wi-Fi network, you need to connect the Extender to your network. Tip: WPS does not support WEP network security. You have two options to connect...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 7

...the same network security key (password) as is connecting to your Wi-Fi network in 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. Note: If the 2.4 GHz Link Rate LED does not light up . The Extender's wireless network name ...and the Extender should be connected to the 5 GHz band. If successful, the WPS LED on the front should light up , repeat steps 1 and 2, or make sure your wireless router, gateway, or access point....
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 8

... on a computer or tablet to find and connect to the Extender wireless network. Next, you need to connect the Extender to Extender LED turns green. Once the Extender is powered on and the Power LED is established, the Wireless Device to your existing Wi-Fi network. 8 After the connection with web browser setup guide 1. Option...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 10

The web browser setup guide walks you would like to extend. • Entering the security password for the existing network. • Choosing the name for your new Extender network. • Connecting your wireless devices to your device's browser address. 3. When prompted to run the setup again, you can always access the Extender configuration settings again...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 11

... the performance of the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz wireless connection from the Extender to Extender LED is no connection. • If the Link Rate LED is off, there is green before you check the Link Rate LED for performance. 11 Tip: Make sure your Wireless Device to a router. • The best performance is delivered when the...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 12

To improve Extender performance: 1. As you move the Extender, check the Link Rate and the Wireless Device to a different location with a better line of sight. 2. Move the Extender closer to the router or to Extender connection LEDs on the front panel until you find a good location. 12
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 13

...Wi-Fi performance. In the menu options on the left side of your setup. 5. Click Apply. NETGEAR recommends that you choose the band that suits your devices support. 13 It is ideal for HD gaming and HD video streaming... Mode. 3. It provides high-speed Wi-Fi with a dedicated band connecting the Extender and the wireless device, and a second band connecting the Extender and the router.
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 14

... player, gaming console) to the Ethernet port of the Extender, and enjoy wireless connectivity for up to four devices wirelessly to your existing wireless Wi-Fi network, you can use the Ethernet ports on the Extender to connect up to your network. Wireless router Extender 14 Blu-ray player TV Gaming console Four-Port Wi-Fi Adapter...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 15

... to a different location halfway between the device and the router. When to Use the Extender Wireless Network NETGEAR recommends that you try several locations, the device cannot connect to the Extender, move the Extender to the device. 15 If you cannot connect from the original wireless router network. This is because data traffic routed through the Extender...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 16

Wireless SSIDs and Passwords Use the space below to record your new Extender network name (SSID) and Extender security settings, in case you need to add additional wireless devices to your wireless information here: Router network name (SSID Router security password Extender network name (SSID Extender security password 16 Enter your Extender in the future.
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 17

...security, make sure that the Extender is designed to connect wirelessly to resolve this. Finally, re-launch the browser, and enter www.mywifiext.net. 3. What are typing the wireless key in the User Manual available at the borderline of the range covered by the router. I connected... Asked Questions You can I do? NETGEAR Genie keeps asking me for my wireless password, and I am I unable ...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 19

... should be treated and recycled in accordance with the laws of Conformity website at: http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621/ For GNU General Public License (GPL) related information, please visit http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/open_src.asp This symbol is placed in accordance with the European Union Directive 2002...
WN2500RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 20

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