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... super high speed connection; ideal for better performance DUAL BAND AC1200 RANGE Extenders Included Overview NETGEAR AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders boost your existing network range, delivering AC dual band WiFi up to 1200 Mbps. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 Boost your existing WiFi range • Dual band WiFi up to 1200 Mbps • Two range extenders for twice as much coverage • Supports new...
... super high speed connection; ideal for better performance DUAL BAND AC1200 RANGE Extenders Included Overview NETGEAR AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders boost your existing network range, delivering AC dual band WiFi up to 1200 Mbps. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 Boost your existing WiFi range • Dual band WiFi up to 1200 Mbps • Two range extenders for twice as much coverage • Supports new...
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Existing WiFi Sometimes your existing WiFi & deliver greater wireless speed & coverage to -reach areas. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 WiFi Range Extenders boost your router does not provide the WiFi coverage you need. Improve your existing WiFi & create a stronger signal in hard-to where WiFi signals are weak. WiFi Range Extenders Boost the range of your home's WiFi and get better connections for iPads®, smartphones, laptops & more. Ethernet port Secure Connection (WPS) Power on/off PAGE 2 OF 4
Existing WiFi Sometimes your existing WiFi & deliver greater wireless speed & coverage to -reach areas. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 WiFi Range Extenders boost your router does not provide the WiFi coverage you need. Improve your existing WiFi & create a stronger signal in hard-to where WiFi signals are weak. WiFi Range Extenders Boost the range of your home's WiFi and get better connections for iPads®, smartphones, laptops & more. Ethernet port Secure Connection (WPS) Power on/off PAGE 2 OF 4
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Check your WiFi signal? Scan to optimize your existing or newly extended WiFi network. Here's what you can do with the WiFi Analytics App! • Get a network status overview • Check WiFi signal strength • Measure WiFi channel interference • Keep track of WiFi strength by location • and more ! Use the NETGEAR WiFi Analytics app & get advanced analytics to install app PAGE 3 OF 4 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 WiFi Analytics App How strong is your network status, WiFi signal strength, identify crowded WiFi channels & much more ...
Check your WiFi signal? Scan to optimize your existing or newly extended WiFi network. Here's what you can do with the WiFi Analytics App! • Get a network status overview • Check WiFi signal strength • Measure WiFi channel interference • Keep track of WiFi strength by location • and more ! Use the NETGEAR WiFi Analytics app & get advanced analytics to install app PAGE 3 OF 4 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 WiFi Analytics App How strong is your network status, WiFi signal strength, identify crowded WiFi channels & much more ...
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AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 Package Contents Support Security • Two (2) AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders (EX6120) • Quick start guide Physical Specifications • Dimensions: 55.17 x 67.17 x 39 mm (2.17 x 2.64 x 1.54 in operating environments of...routers or gateways with a limited warranty that has been altered, is based on open source programs, or is valid only if purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller. *24/7 basic technical phone support provided for 90 days from date of purchase Ease of wireless networks, including without notice. Specifications ...
AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Data Sheet EX6920 Package Contents Support Security • Two (2) AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders (EX6120) • Quick start guide Physical Specifications • Dimensions: 55.17 x 67.17 x 39 mm (2.17 x 2.64 x 1.54 in operating environments of...routers or gateways with a limited warranty that has been altered, is based on open source programs, or is valid only if purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller. *24/7 basic technical phone support provided for 90 days from date of purchase Ease of wireless networks, including without notice. Specifications ...
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... For the current EU Declaration of NETGEAR, Inc. Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Support Thank you use only official NETGEAR support resources. Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. You can visit www.netgear.com/support to register your product, get...
... For the current EU Declaration of NETGEAR, Inc. Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Support Thank you use only official NETGEAR support resources. Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. You can visit www.netgear.com/support to register your product, get...
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AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time 39 Manually Set the Extender Clock 39 Back Up and Manage an Extender Configuration 40 Back Up the ... Settings 42 Update the Firmware 44 Restart the Extender Remotely 45 Chapter 5 FAQs and Troubleshooting FAQs 47 Cannot Connect to an Extender 47 Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message 48 Appendix A Factory Settings and Technical Specifications Factory Default Settings 50 Technical and Environmental Specifications 51 4
AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time 39 Manually Set the Extender Clock 39 Back Up and Manage an Extender Configuration 40 Back Up the ... Settings 42 Update the Firmware 44 Restart the Extender Remotely 45 Chapter 5 FAQs and Troubleshooting FAQs 47 Cannot Connect to an Extender 47 Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message 48 Appendix A Factory Settings and Technical Specifications Factory Default Settings 50 Technical and Environmental Specifications 51 4
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... points and create a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. This chapter covers the following topics: • Meet Your Extenders • When to time at support.netgear.com. Some products can regularly check the site and download new firmware, or you can also ...use the extenders in this manual, visit the support website at downloadcenter.netgear.com. You can check for and download new firmware manually. 5 1. Overview 1 The AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders boost...
... points and create a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. This chapter covers the following topics: • Meet Your Extenders • When to time at support.netgear.com. Some products can regularly check the site and download new firmware, or you can also ...use the extenders in this manual, visit the support website at downloadcenter.netgear.com. You can check for and download new firmware manually. 5 1. Overview 1 The AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders boost...
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AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Meet Your Extenders Before you install your extenders, familiarize yourself with their LEDs, buttons, and ports. Buttons and port on the side panels Overview 6 Power connector (varies by region) Factory Reset Button WPS button Power On/Off button Figure 2. Front Panel Router Device Link LED Link LED Power LED WPS LED Figure 1. Front panel LEDs Side Panels Power connector (varies by region) Ethernet port
AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Meet Your Extenders Before you install your extenders, familiarize yourself with their LEDs, buttons, and ports. Buttons and port on the side panels Overview 6 Power connector (varies by region) Factory Reset Button WPS button Power On/Off button Figure 2. Front Panel Router Device Link LED Link LED Power LED WPS LED Figure 1. Front panel LEDs Side Panels Power connector (varies by region) Ethernet port
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... extender works like a bridge between the extender and a computer or WiFi device: • Solid green. Do not connect the extenders to a working WiFi network. This LED indicates the connection between a WiFi router (or a WiFi access point) and a WiFi device outside the range of the WiFi router. Poor connection. • Off. The extender is not enabled... Link Power WPS Description This LED indicates the connection between the extender and the router or access point: • Solid green. No connection. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The following table describes the LEDs. Table 1.
... extender works like a bridge between the extender and a computer or WiFi device: • Solid green. Do not connect the extenders to a working WiFi network. This LED indicates the connection between a WiFi router (or a WiFi access point) and a WiFi device outside the range of the WiFi router. Poor connection. • Off. The extender is not enabled... Link Power WPS Description This LED indicates the connection between the extender and the router or access point: • Solid green. No connection. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The following table describes the LEDs. Table 1.
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... create a stronger signal in a home Overview 8 The extender broadcasts its network name (SSID). AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders When the extender connects over WiFi to an existing network, it functions as a network client, similar to how a WiFi device connects to -reach areas. Range extenders in hard-to a network. • The extender acts as an access point for...
... create a stronger signal in a home Overview 8 The extender broadcasts its network name (SSID). AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders When the extender connects over WiFi to an existing network, it functions as a network client, similar to how a WiFi device connects to -reach areas. Range extenders in hard-to a network. • The extender acts as an access point for...
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...extender into an electrical outlet. 3. You can also use WPS to connect the extenders to an Existing WiFi Network To extend the range of two ways: • Connect with the NETGEAR installation assistant. Connect With WPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) lets you are using WEP security, follow...61656; To place the extenders and supply power: 1. Wait for the second extender. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Use the Extenders in Extender Mode Place the extenders, supply power, and connect the extenders to the WiFi router is required only during the initial setup process. 2. Note: You can do this...
...extender into an electrical outlet. 3. You can also use WPS to connect the extenders to an Existing WiFi Network To extend the range of two ways: • Connect with the NETGEAR installation assistant. Connect With WPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) lets you are using WEP security, follow...61656; To place the extenders and supply power: 1. Wait for the second extender. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Use the Extenders in Extender Mode Place the extenders, supply power, and connect the extenders to the WiFi router is required only during the initial setup process. 2. Note: You can do this...
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...press the WPS button on page 12. 3. Unplug the extender and move it still does not light, see Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant on your WiFi router supports the 5 GHz band, repeat Steps 1 and 2 to connect the extender to the router and try again. Plug... the range of the name. The extender creates two new extended WiFi networks. b. For example: • Existing WiFi network name. The WPS LED on the extender: Get Started 11 Test the extended WiFi range by moving the extender to outlets closer to the new extended WiFi network. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders ...
...press the WPS button on page 12. 3. Unplug the extender and move it still does not light, see Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant on your WiFi router supports the 5 GHz band, repeat Steps 1 and 2 to connect the extender to the router and try again. Plug... the range of the name. The extender creates two new extended WiFi networks. b. For example: • Existing WiFi network name. The WPS LED on the extender: Get Started 11 Test the extended WiFi range by moving the extender to outlets closer to the new extended WiFi network. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders ...
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AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders • If the Device Link LED is solid green or amber, your extended WiFi network reaches the area with a poor router WiFi signal. Complete the fields on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect to the extender until the Device Link LED turns solid green or amber. ...browser. If the Create Account page does not display, visit www.mywifiext.net. 5. You must move the computer or WiFi device closer to the extender WiFi network NETGEAR_EXT. Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant You can use a web browser to log in to the extenders and use the...
AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders • If the Device Link LED is solid green or amber, your extended WiFi network reaches the area with a poor router WiFi signal. Complete the fields on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect to the extender until the Device Link LED turns solid green or amber. ...browser. If the Create Account page does not display, visit www.mywifiext.net. 5. You must move the computer or WiFi device closer to the extender WiFi network NETGEAR_EXT. Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant You can use a web browser to log in to the extenders and use the...
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...security key) and click the NEXT button. 10. Wait for WiFi networks in Steps 9 and 10. 12. The registration page displays. 15. Click the WIFI RANGE EXTENDER button. Use a WiFi network manager on the computer or WiFi device to connect to one minute. 11. If you created...extended WiFi network. 14. A message displays confirming that your country or region from the Regional Settings menu and click the NEXT button. 7. Make sure that the extender is successfully connected before you click the CONTINUE button. 13. Select a WiFi network to complete the setup. AC1200 WiFi Range ...
...security key) and click the NEXT button. 10. Wait for WiFi networks in Steps 9 and 10. 12. The registration page displays. 15. Click the WIFI RANGE EXTENDER button. Use a WiFi network manager on the computer or WiFi device to connect to one minute. 11. If you created...extended WiFi network. 14. A message displays confirming that your country or region from the Regional Settings menu and click the NEXT button. 7. Make sure that the extender is successfully connected before you click the CONTINUE button. 13. Select a WiFi network to complete the setup. AC1200 WiFi Range ...
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...Router Link LED doesn't light amber or green, plug the extender into an electrical outlet. 18. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders If you must move it to a new location closer to the area with a poor WiFi signal. The Status page displays. 16. Plug the extender into an outlet closer to the router... LED turns solid green or amber. 23. Use the Router Link LED to the new extended WiFi network. 22. Reconnect your extender, click the Skip Registration link. The location that you do not want to register your computer or WiFi device to help you can use NETGEAR telephone support.
...Router Link LED doesn't light amber or green, plug the extender into an electrical outlet. 18. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders If you must move it to a new location closer to the area with a poor WiFi signal. The Status page displays. 16. Plug the extender into an outlet closer to the router... LED turns solid green or amber. 23. Use the Router Link LED to the new extended WiFi network. 22. Reconnect your extender, click the Skip Registration link. The location that you do not want to register your computer or WiFi device to help you can use NETGEAR telephone support.
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... Ethernet-Enabled Device After an extender is connected to your existing network through the extender's WiFi connection. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Find the Best Location If the WiFi signal is weak, the first time you can then access your existing WiFi network, you join the extender network, the Router Link LED or Device Link LED is... Started 15 If this happens, adjust the position of the extender: • If the Router Link LED is amber or red, move the computer or WiFi device closer to the extender using an Ethernet cable.
... Ethernet-Enabled Device After an extender is connected to your existing network through the extender's WiFi connection. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Find the Best Location If the WiFi signal is weak, the first time you can then access your existing WiFi network, you join the extender network, the Router Link LED or Device Link LED is... Started 15 If this happens, adjust the position of the extender: • If the Router Link LED is amber or red, move the computer or WiFi device closer to the extender using an Ethernet cable.
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The extender joins the LAN and creates a WiFi hotspot. 4. Figure 5. Use a WiFi network manager on the extender to the NETGEAR_EXT WiFi network. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Use the Extenders in access point mode: 1. Wait for the Power LED to show that you are connected. 5. Get ...Started 16 Use an Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet port on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect ...
The extender joins the LAN and creates a WiFi hotspot. 4. Figure 5. Use a WiFi network manager on the extender to the NETGEAR_EXT WiFi network. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders Use the Extenders in access point mode: 1. Wait for the Power LED to show that you are connected. 5. Get ...Started 16 Use an Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet port on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect ...
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A page displays that says you can use NETGEAR telephone support. If you do not want to the extender, the Create Account page displays. Click the ACCESS POINT button. When prompted, set the network ... step for an Internet connection. 10. Click the NEXT button. Note that you must register your extender before you successfully created an access point. 13. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The first time that you log in to register your extender, click the Skip Registration link. The extender checks for all of your country...
A page displays that says you can use NETGEAR telephone support. If you do not want to the extender, the Create Account page displays. Click the ACCESS POINT button. When prompted, set the network ... step for an Internet connection. 10. Click the NEXT button. Note that you must register your extender before you successfully created an access point. 13. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The first time that you log in to register your extender, click the Skip Registration link. The extender checks for all of your country...
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... to the extender: 1. A login page displays. 4. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The Status page displays. Launch a web browser. 3. Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button. Enter www.mywifiext.net in to the new extended WiFi network. The Welcome page displays. 6. Log In to ...address field of the browser. The Status page displays. After the connection with the computer or WiFi device is established, the Device Link LED lights solid green. 2. Click the WIFI RANGE EXTENDER button. This is an easy way to connect the extender to a different router or to...
... to the extender: 1. A login page displays. 4. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The Status page displays. Launch a web browser. 3. Enter your email address and password and click the LOG IN button. Enter www.mywifiext.net in to the new extended WiFi network. The Welcome page displays. 6. Log In to ...address field of the browser. The Status page displays. After the connection with the computer or WiFi device is established, the Device Link LED lights solid green. 2. Click the WIFI RANGE EXTENDER button. This is an easy way to connect the extender to a different router or to...
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...NETGEAR telephone support. Complete the registration fields and click the FINISH button to complete the setup. Click the NEXT button. Select your WiFi devices to the extender WiFi network and click the CONTINUE button. When prompted, connect your WiFi network and click the NEXT button. 8. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The extender scans for WiFi... signals and finds the WiFi networks ...
...NETGEAR telephone support. Complete the registration fields and click the FINISH button to complete the setup. Click the NEXT button. Select your WiFi devices to the extender WiFi network and click the CONTINUE button. When prompted, connect your WiFi network and click the NEXT button. 8. AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders The extender scans for WiFi... signals and finds the WiFi networks ...