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AC1200 WiFi Range Extender
Mode l E X6200
Us e r Manual
March 2016
202-11298-06
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA

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  • Page 1 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Mode l E X6200 Us e r Manual March 2016 202-11298-06 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134...
  • Page 2 Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are used for reference purposes only.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Unpack Your Extender ..........7 Top Panel LEDs and Front Panel USB Port .
  • Page 4 Turn the NETGEAR Logo LED On or Off ....... . .
  • Page 5 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Appendix A Factory Settings and Technical Specifications Factory Default Settings ..........76 Technical and Environmental Specifications .

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Overview

    Note: Firmware updates with new features and bug fixes are made available from time to time on downloadcenter.netgear.com. Some products can regularly check the site and download new firmware, or you can check for and download new firmware manually.

  • Page 7: Unpack Your Extender

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Unpack Your Extender Your box contains the following items. Four rubber feet Snap-on stand Extender Power adapter Figure 1. Package contents Top Panel LEDs and Front Panel USB Port Use the LEDs during installation to find the best location for the extender or to monitor the extender performance.
  • Page 8 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender The following table describes the LEDs. Table 1. Front panel LEDs Description Green. The 2.4 GHz WiFi connection between the extender and the WiFi router is optimum. Note: If you press the WPS button on the rear panel of the extender, the LED blinks green for two minutes.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel Ports, Buttons, Antennas, And Connector

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Table 1. Front panel LEDs Description Device to Extender Green. The extender is connected to a computer or WiFi device. Note: If you press the WPS button on the rear panel of the extender, the LED blinks green for two minutes.

  • Page 10: Attach The Stand

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender The antennas are preinstalled. In the unlikely situation that an antenna is loose, you must tighten it. (A loose antenna could affect the performance of the extender.)  To tighten an antenna: Straighten the antenna. Turn the antenna clockwise until tightened. After you have tightened the antenna, you can change its position.

  • Page 11: Attach The Rubber Feet

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender  To attach the stand: Place the stand on a flat surface. Hold the extender in upright position with the left side of the extender pointing down. (The left side has three rectangular openings.) The top panel of the extender and the three vertical support posts of the stand must face the same direction.

  • Page 12: Retrieve And Display The Product Label

    Place the extender upside down, with the red panel facing you. (The red panel is the bottom.) Locate the label handle with NETGEAR printed on it, and pull out the product label. Label handle Figure 6. Pulling out the product label...

  • Page 13: When To Use Your Extender

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender When to Use Your Extender NETGEAR recommends that you connect to the extender only when your existing home network connection is poor. Data traffic routed through the extender is inherently slower than traffic routed directly from the network.

  • Page 14: Support For The 801.11Ac Networking Standard

    The extender is backward compatible with earlier WiFi standards. However, to get the benefits of 802.11ac, your WiFi router must support the 802.11ac WiFi networking standard. To learn more about the 802.11ac WiFi networking standard, visit http://www.netgear.com/landing/80211ac/. Figure 9. Speed comparison between the 802.11n and 802.11ac standards Overview...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Get Started

    Get Started This chapter covers the following topics: • Use the Extender in Extender Mode • Use the Extender in Access Point Mode • Access Extender Settings • Run Smart Setup...

  • Page 16: Use The Extender In Extender Mode

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Use the Extender in Extender Mode The extender repeats signals from an existing WiFi router or access point. Place the extender, apply power, and connect the extender to your WiFi network. Note: You can also use the extender as a WiFi access point and create a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection.
  • Page 17 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Press the WPS button on the extender. Both Link Rate LEDs and the Device to Extender LED blink green for two minutes. Within two minutes, press the WPS button on your WiFi router. When the extender connects to your existing WiFi network, the WPS LED on the extender lights and the Link Rate LED lights.
  • Page 18 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender a. Leave your computer or WiFi device in the area with a poor router WiFi signal and return to the extender. b. Check the Device to Extender LED on the extender: • If the Device to Extender LED is solid green or amber, your extended WiFi network reaches the area with a poor router WiFi signal and your network setup is complete.
  • Page 19 Complete the registration fields and click the Finish button to complete the setup. If you do not want to register your extender, click the Skip Registration link. Note that you must register your extender before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. The Status page displays.

  • Page 20: Connect Ethernet-Enabled Devices

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender If the Link Rate LEDs do not light amber or green, plug the extender’s adapter into an outlet closer to the router and try again. Keep moving the extender to outlets closer to the router until a Link Rate LED lights amber or green.

  • Page 21: Use The Extender In Access Point Mode

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Use the Extender in Access Point Mode You can use the extender as a WiFi access point, which creates a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection.  To install the extender as an access point: Attach the stand or the rubber feet.
  • Page 22 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender The first time that you log in to the extender, the Create Account page displays. Complete the fields and click the NEXT button. Click the ACCESS POINT button. The extender checks for an Internet connection through the router that you connected to the extender.

  • Page 23: Access Extender Settings

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Access Extender Settings After installation, you can log in to the extender to view or change the extender’s settings.  To log in to the extender: Use a WiFi network manager on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect to the new extended WiFi network.
  • Page 24 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender If you do not want to extend both WiFi bands, clear the 2.4GHz WiFi Networks or the 5 GHz WiFi Networks check box. Select your WiFi network and click the NEXT button. When prompted, enter the password to connect to your WiFi network and click the NEXT button.

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Optimize Extender Performance

    Optimize Extender Performance This chapter covers the following topics: • Boost Your Video Streaming • Adjust the WiFi Coverage...

  • Page 26: Boost Your Video Streaming

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Boost Your Video Streaming Get the most out of your HD entertainment with FastLane technology. With FastLane technology, the extender connects to your router using one band and connects to your devices using another band. Because a band is dedicated to each function, performance is enhanced.

  • Page 27: Adjust The Wifi Coverage

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Select a radio button: • Router-to-Extender in 2.4 GHz only and Extender-to-Device in 5 GHz only. • Router to Extender in 5 GHz only and Extender-to-Device in 2.4 GHz only. Click the Save button. Your changes are saved. Adjust the WiFi Coverage You can set the extender’s WiFi coverage depending on how large you want your coverage area to be.

  • Page 28: Chapter 4 Extender Network Settings

    Extender Network Settings This chapter covers the following topics: • View Connected Devices • View WiFi Settings • Change the WiFi Network Name • Turn Off the SSID Broadcast to Create a Hidden Network • Disable or Enable the WiFi Radios •...

  • Page 29: View Connected Devices

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender View Connected Devices You can view a list of devices that are connected to the extender network.  To view connected devices: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 30: Change The Wifi Network Name

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Select Settings > Wireless. Change the WiFi Network Name  To change the WiFi network name: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. When prompted, enter your user name and password.

  • Page 31: Turn Off The Ssid Broadcast To Create A Hidden Network

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Select Settings > Wireless. In each Network Name (SSID) field, type a network name. Click the SAVE button. Your settings are saved. Turn Off the SSID Broadcast to Create a Hidden Network By default, the extender broadcasts its WiFi signal so that its wireless network names (SSIDs) are easy for you to find and connect to from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.

  • Page 32: Disable Or Enable The Wifi Radios

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Select Settings > Wireless. Clear the Broadcast the Network name (SSID) check box. Click the SAVE button. Your settings are saved. Disable or Enable the WiFi Radios By default, the extender’s WiFi radios broadcast signals in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. If you disable the WiFi radios, then no one can connect with WiFi to the extender.

  • Page 33: Change The Wifi Speed

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Select Settings > Wireless. Select or clear the Enable 2.4 GHz WiFi check box. Select or clear the Enable 5 GHz WiFi check box. Click the SAVE button. Your settings are saved. Change the WiFi Speed ...

  • Page 34: Use Wps To Add A Computer To The Extender's Wifi Network

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Select Settings > Wireless. In each WiFi Speed menu, select a speed. Click the SAVE button. Your settings are saved. Use WPS to Add a Computer to the Extender’s WiFi Network WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) lets you connect a computer or WiFi device to the extender’s network without entering the WiFi network passphrase or key.

  • Page 35: Use Wps With The Push Button Method

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Use WPS with the Push Button Method To use the Push Button method to connect a WiFi device to the extender’s WiFi network, the WiFi device that you are trying to connect must have a physical push button or a software push button.

  • Page 36: Deny Access To A Computer Or Wifi Device

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender  To add a computer or WiFi device to the extender’s WiFi network: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. When prompted, enter your user name and password.

  • Page 37: Set Up An Access Schedule

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender  To use WiFi access control to deny access: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. When prompted, enter your user name and password. Click the Menu icon The extender menu displays.

  • Page 38: Change The Extender's Device Name

    Click the SAVE button. Your settings are saved. Change the Extender’s Device Name The default name is EX6200.  To change the extender’s device name: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 39: Set Up The Extender To Use A Static Ip Address

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Select Settings > WiFi Settings. The WiFi Settings page displays. Scroll down and click the IP Address heading to expand the IP address settings. In the Device Name field, type a name. Click the SAVE button. Your settings are saved.

  • Page 40: Use The Extender With Mac Filtering Or Access Control

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Scroll down and click the IP Address heading to expand the IP address settings. By default, the Dynamically get IP Address from Router radio button is selected. Select the Use Static IP Address radio button. Complete the fields to specify the IP network IP addresses. Click the SAVE button.
  • Page 41 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender The extender menu displays. Select Settings > Connected Devices. The Connected Devices section displays the MAC addresses and virtual MAC addresses for computers and WiFi devices that are connected to the extender network. On the router, add the extender’s virtual MAC address and all the virtual MAC addresses connected to the extender network to your router’s MAC filter table.

  • Page 42: Chapter 5 Maintain And Monitor The Extender

    Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time • Back Up and Manage the Extender Configuration • Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings • Update the Firmware • Turn the NETGEAR Logo LED On or Off • Restart the Extender Remotely...

  • Page 43: Change The Extender User Name And Password

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Change the Extender User Name and Password You can change the user name and password to log in to the extender.  To add an extender user: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 44: Turn Password Protection Off And On

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Turn Password Protection Off and On NETGEAR recommends that you leave password protection on to help keep your network secure. You can turn password protection off and on.  To turn password protection off and on: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 45: Automatically Adjust For Daylight Saving Time

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time  To set up the extender to automatically adjust for daylight saving time: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net.

  • Page 46: Back Up And Manage The Extender Configuration

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Back Up and Manage the Extender Configuration When the extender works correctly after initial setup, NETGEAR recommends that you back up the extender configuration settings. After you have back up the settings, if you change the extender configuration settings but are not content with the new settings, you can restore the extender configuration to the backed-up settings.

  • Page 47: Restore The Configuration Settings

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Restore the Configuration Settings You can restore the configuration file of the extender to a previously saved configuration file.  To restore the extender configuration settings: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 48: Return The Extender To Its Factory Default Settings

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender The extender configuration is restored and the extender restarts. This process takes about one minute. Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings Under some circumstances (for example, if you lose track of the changes that you made to the extender settings), you might want to erase the configuration and reset the extender to factory default settings.
  • Page 49 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender  To log in to the extender and reset the extender’s to factory settings: CAUTION: This process erases any settings that you configured in the extender. On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 50: Update The Firmware

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Update the Firmware Unless you changed the settings in the Firmware Update page previously, the extender is set up to check for new firmware automatically at login.  To check manually for new firmware and, if available, update the firmware: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 51: Turn The Netgear Logo Led On Or Off

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Turn the NETGEAR Logo LED On or Off When you power on the extender, the NETGEAR logo LED lights white. You can change this setting to turn off the LED.  To turn the NETGEAR logo LED on or off: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 52: Chapter 6 Share A Usb Storage Device

    Share a USB Storage Device This chapter describes how to access and configure a USB storage drive attached to your extender. The USB port on the extender can be used only to connect USB storage devices such as flash drives or hard drives, or a printer. Do not connect computers, USB modems, CD drives, or DVD drives to the extender USB port.

  • Page 53: Usb Storage Device Requirements

    The extender works with most USB-compliant external flash and hard drives. For the most up-to-date list of USB drives that the extender supports, visit http://kbserver.netgear.com/readyshare. Some USB external hard drives and flash drives require you to load the drivers onto the computer before the computer can access the USB device.

  • Page 54: Access A Usb Storage Device Attached To The Extender

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender  To access your USB device from a Mac: Insert your USB device into the USB 3.0 port on the extender. If your USB device includes a power supply, you must use it when you connect the USB device to the extender.

  • Page 55: Turn The Usb Port Off And On

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender  To map the USB device to a Windows network drive:  To map the USB device to a Windows network drive: Connect your USB storage device to the USB port on the router. If your USB device uses a power supply, you must use it when you connect the USB device to the router.

  • Page 56: Add A Network Folder On A Usb Drive

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Select Do More > USB Port. Select the USB Port On or USB Port Off radio button. Click the SAVE button. Your settings are saved. Add a Network Folder on a USB Drive You can add network folders on the USB storage device. ...

  • Page 57: Password-Protect A Folder On A Usb Storage Device

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Password-Protect a Folder on a USB Storage Device  To password-protect a folder: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. When prompted, enter your user name and password.
  • Page 58 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender The extender menu displays. Select Do More > USB Port. Select the Share Printer radio button. Follow the onscreen prompts to connect your printer to the USB port and share it. Click the SAVE button. Your settings are saved. Share a USB Storage Device...

  • Page 59: Chapter 7 Use The Extender As A Media Server

    Use the Extender as a Media Server This chapter contains the following sections: • Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings • Play Media from a USB Drive on TiVo Note: For information about how to connect the USB drive and to specify its settings, see Chapter 6, Share a USB Storage Device.

  • Page 60: Specify Readydlna Media Server Settings

    By default, the extender functions as a ReadyDLNA media server, which lets you stream music and movies from an attached USB device to DLNA/UPnP AV-compliant media players, such as Xbox360, Playstation, and NETGEAR media players.  To specify media server settings: On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.

  • Page 61: Play Media From A Usb Drive On Tivo

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Note: The extender scans only shared folders that are set up with full read access without a password. Click the SAVE button. Your changes are saved. Play Media from a USB Drive on TiVo You can set up your TiVo to access media files stored on a USB device that is connected to your extender.
  • Page 62 If it is not yet selected, select the Enable TiVo support check box. Click the SAVE button. Your changes are saved.  To play videos: On the TiVo, select TiVo Central > My Shows. Go to the bottom of the list and select the EX6200. Use the Extender as a Media Server...
  • Page 63 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender  To play music or view photos: On the TiVo, select TiVo Central > Music, Photos, & Showcases. Select an item to play or watch.  To copy TiVo files to a computer: Use a TiVo Desktop accessory, available at https://www.tivo.com/shop/accessories#streaming-software.

  • Page 64: Chapter 8 Share A Usb Printer

    Download the ReadySHARE Printer Utility • Install the ReadySHARE Printer Utility • Use the Shared Printer • View or Change the Status of a Printer • Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer • Change NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings...

  • Page 65: Install The Printer Driver And Cable The Printer

    The utility works on Windows and Mac computers.  To download the utility: Visit www.netgear.com/readyshare. Scroll down to the Print From the Comfort of Your Home Network section at the bottom of the page. Click one of the following links.

  • Page 66: Install The Readyshare Printer Utility

    Install the ReadySHARE Printer Utility You must install the ReadySHARE Printer utility on each computer that will share the printer. After you install it, the utility displays as NETGEAR USB Control Center on your computer.  To install the utility: Double-click the ReadySHARE Printer utility setup file that you downloaded.

  • Page 67: Use The Shared Printer

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Select a language from the list and click the OK button. Some firewall software, such as Comodo, blocks NETGEAR USB Control Center from accessing the USB printer. If you do not see the USB printer displayed, you can disable the firewall temporarily to allow the utility to work.

  • Page 68: View Or Change The Status Of A Printer

    If another computer is already connected to the printer, your print job goes into a queue to wait to be printed. If your document does not print, use the NETGEAR USB Control Center to check the status. View or Change the Status of a Printer ...

  • Page 69: Use The Scan Feature Of A Multifunction Usb Printer

     To use the scan feature of a multifunction USB printer: Launch the NETGEAR USB Control Center. Make sure that the printer status shows as Available. Click the Network Scanner button. The scanner page displays so that you can use the USB printer for scanning.

  • Page 70: Change Netgear Usb Control Center Settings

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Change NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings You can stop the NETGEAR USB Control Center from starting automatically when you log in to Windows. You can also change the language and specify the time-out to release the printer connection.

  • Page 71: Chapter 9 Faqs And Troubleshooting

    FAQs and Troubleshooting This chapter covers the following topics: • FAQs • Cannot Connect to the Extender • Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message...

  • Page 72: Faqs

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender FAQs This section provides answers for difficulties you might experience with the extender. The web browser setup guide keeps asking me for my network password (passphrase) or security key, and I am sure that I entered the correct password. What can I do? The extender is probably placed at the borderline of the range covered by the router or access point.

  • Page 73: Cannot Connect To The Extender

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender For more information about how to reset the extender, see Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings on page 48. Launch a web browser. Enter www.mywifiext.net in the address field of the browser. The login window opens. Click the NEW EXTENDER SETUP button.
  • Page 74 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender • It is possible that you typed the network name, passphrase, or key incorrectly. Use Smart Setup (see Run Smart Setup on page 23) to select a WiFi network and retype the passphrase or key. The passphrase or key is case-sensitive. For example, PASSWORD25 is not the same as Password25 or password25.

  • Page 75: Specifications

    Factory Settings and Technical Specifications This appendix covers the following topics: • Factory Default Settings • Technical and Environmental Specifications...

  • Page 76: Factory Default Settings

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Factory Default Settings To reset the extender to factory default settings, you can use either the Restore Factory Settings button on the rear panel or the Erase function. For more information, see Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings on page 48.

  • Page 77: Technical And Environmental Specifications

    AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Technical and Environmental Specifications The following table shows the technical and environmental specifications. Table 4. Technical specifications Technical Specifications Network protocol and Data and routing protocols: TCP/IP, DHCP server and client, DNS relay, NAT standards compatibility (many-to-one), VPN pass-through (IPSec, PPTP) Power adapter •...

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