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Placing the repeater
Requirements:
• The product is configured in repeater mode.
• The product is switched off.
Find a suitable location with satisfactory signal reception.
1. Use a smartphone or network detector to find a suitable location for the product:
- Decide in which direction and into what area you intend to extend the network.
- Determine a location with good to excellent reception. Start near the router/access point.
2. Plug the product into a mains socket near the determined location.
3. Switch the product on.
4. Verify the signal quality. Refer to the below diagram for details.
Good reception is indicated by at least two (2x) WLAN bars.
5. Reposition the product if necessary.
Host network
Connecting devices
Connect network hosts (e.g. computer or smartphone) to the product for network access.
You can connect hosts wirelessly (WPS or manually) or using a network cable.
Requirements:
• The product is switched on and configured in repeater mode.
• The product is connected to a router/access point.
a) Wireless: using WPS
NOTICE
Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) can make your network vulnerable under certain
conditions. If in doubt ask a specialist for assistance.
1. On the device you want to connect, start the WPS connection:
- Turn on Wi-Fi and enable WPS.
- Start connecting by WPS (e.g. 'WPS Push Button' on Android).
2. On the product, hold down the WPS button for 2 seconds, then release to start connecting.
» While connecting, the Power/WPS indicator on the product flashes slowly.
3. Wait for confirmation on the device you are connecting.
» On receipt, the device is connected to the product.
b) Wireless: connecting manually
1. Connect to the product WLAN network.
2. Enter the password of the router/access point the product is connected to.
3. Wait for the connection to complete.
c) Network cable
1. Connect your device to the LAN port (max. 100 Mbps) on the product using a network
cable.
Viewing network status
You can view network metrics on the status dashboard.
1. Log into the web interface.
2. Go to
Status
. The status dashboard opens.
• Click
Clients
to view the detailed client list.
Further configuration
Further configuration options are available through the web interface.
Explore the
Setup
and
Wi-Fi
Make sure you understand what the settings do before you change them. Some are meant for
advanced users with specialist knowledge.
Extended network
pages.
Access Point (AP) mode
In access point mode (AP mode), the product provides a separate WLAN network.
The product connects to a router or access point using a network cable.
After connecting, the product broadcasts (unless disabled) the user defined SSID (network
name). You can connect network hosts (e.g. computer, smartphone) to the WLAN network
provided by the product.
Bandwidth is limited to 100 Mbps.
Configuring the product
Configuration can take place away from the operating location.
Requirements:
• The product is switched on.
1. Slide the mode selector switch to Access Point.
2. Log into the web interface.
3. Go to
Wizard
. The settings window opens.
4. Configure the wireless network:
- Enter a network SSID (network name) into the
- Select network authentication:
Weakest:
(no security,
OPEN
Strongest:
WPA2-PSK
(recommended)
Device compatibility: Devices you intend to connect must support the selected option.
- Enter a network password into the
5. Click on
to save the changes.
Apply
» The product is ready to be connected to a router/access point.
Connecting the product to a router/access point
Requirements:
• The product is switched on and configured in access point mode.
1. Connect the WAN/LAN port on the product to the router/access point using a network cable.
Network cable:
• (Recommended) CAT 6 rated or higher.
• Max length 100 m.
» The product is now ready to accept network hosts (e.g. computer, smartphone).
Connecting devices
Connect network hosts (e.g. computer or smartphone) to the product for network access.
You can connect hosts wirelessly or using a network cable.
Requirements:
• The product is switched on and configured in access point mode.
• The product is connected to a router/access point.
a) Wireless connection
1. Connect to the product WLAN network. Use the configured SSID (network name) and pass-
word.
b) Network cable
1. Connect your device to the LAN port (max. 100 Mbps) on the product using a network
cable.
Viewing network status
You can view network metrics on the status dashboard.
1. Log into the web interface.
2. Go to
. The status dashboard opens.
Status
• Click on
to view the detailed client list.
Clients
Further configuration
Further configuration options are available through the web interface.
Explore the
and
Setup
Wi-Fi
Make sure you understand what the settings do before you change them. Some are meant for
advanced users with specialist knowledge.
field.
Wi-Fi SSID
not
recommended!)
field.
Use a strong password.
Wi-Fi Password
pages.
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