NETGEAR WN3100RP User Manual
Universal pass through wifi range extender
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- Page 1 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Us er Manual August 2013 202-11242-01 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134...
- Page 2 Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Connect with Innovation are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Information is subject to change without notice. © NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started Get to Know the Extender ........6 How the Extender Works . - Page 4 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Joining Wireless Networks ........41 Appendix A Supplemental Information Factory Settings .
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Page 5: Chapter 1 Getting Started
This chapter covers the following topics: • Get to Know the Extender • Hardware Features • Install the Extender • Log In to the Extender • Restore Factory Settings For more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the support website at http://support.netgear.com. -
Page 6: Get To Know The Extender
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Get to Know the Extender The Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender lets you extend WiFi coverage to locations outside the range of your wireless router or gateway. • Arrow LEDs on the front of the extender help you find the best location for the extender. -
Page 7: When To Use Your Extender
The extender must do each of these jobs so that both ends of the bridge are in place. When to Use Your Extender NETGEAR recommends that you connect to the extender only when your home network connection is poor. Because data traffic routed through the extender is inherently slower than traffic routed directly from the network, the computer should stay on the network if the connection is good enough. -
Page 8: Use The Pass-Through Power Socket
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP move the extender to a different location half-way between the computer and the router or gateway. Use the Pass-Through Power Socket The extender provides a pass-through power socket. After you have the extender positioned correctly, you can plug in the equipment that was previously plugged in the wall socket before you plugged in your extender. -
Page 9: Hardware Features
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Hardware Features The extender has features to connect it to your network and show how it is working. Front and Right Side View The front and right side of the extender have LEDs, the pass-through power socket, and an Ethernet port. - Page 10 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Blinking blue. Move the extender closer to the client. Off. The extender is close enough to the client. • Client Link. This LED is lit when the extender is connected to the router or gateway.
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Page 11: Rear And Left Side View
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Rear and Left Side View The rear and left side of the extender have the product label, power connector, and control buttons. Product label WPS button Factory Reset button Device On/Off switch Power connector Figure 5. -
Page 12: Antennas
TV, Blu-ray player, or gaming console to the Ethernet port on the extender. Note: Before you connect wired devices or computers, first install and set up your extender as described in the Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Installation Guide that came in the package. Getting Started... - Page 13 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Range extender in the family room Wireless router in a home office Access the Internet with a Blu-ray player Figure 7. Ethernet port connection To connect a computer to the extender with an Ethernet cable: Connect your computer to the extender with an Ethernet cable.
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Page 14: Install The Extender
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP • Make sure that your Ethernet cable is securely connected to the extender and to the computer. If the cable is not securely connected, reconnect the Ethernet cable and relaunch your Internet browser. -
Page 15: Connect The Extender To Your Wifi Network
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Connect the Extender to Your WiFi Network Do not cable the extender to the router or gateway. The extender connects to your wireless network only with WiFi. You can use the extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) or the web browser method. -
Page 16: New Extender Wifi Network Name
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP If the network is secure, the WPS LED lights green. New Extender WiFi Network Name The first time the extender connects to a WiFi network, the extender WiFi network name (SSID) changes to that network name, with _EXT at the end. For example: •... -
Page 17: Monitor Extender Performance
If you do not see the login prompt, make sure to include http:// when you type http://mywifiext.net in your browser. Type admin for the user name. The default password is password. NETGEAR recommends that you set a more secure password after you log in (see Set the Password on page 35). -
Page 18: Use The Smart Wizard To Change The Settings
Chapter 2, Extender Network Settings. The Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Installation Guide (included in the package) explains how to install your extender. During installation, when you launch your Internet browser, the Smart Wizard automatically displays. - Page 19 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP A screen similar to the following displays: This is the same Smart Wizard that displays during installation as described in the installation guide. Select the network from the list that you want to connect to and click the Continue button.
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Page 20: When You Travel
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP The extender connects to your existing wireless network. A screen similar to the following displays: To use the same password to access the extender’s wireless network that you use for wireless access to your existing network, click the copy password button. - Page 21 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP To connect the extender with WiFi: Plug the extender into an electrical outlet. Launch an Internet browser on your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Type http://mywifiext.net and log in to the extender (see...
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Page 22: Restore Factory Settings
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Restore Factory Settings You can use the extender Factory Reset button to restore the factory settings. To restore the factory settings: Insert a paper clip into the Factory Reset hole and hold it until the Power LED blinks amber. -
Page 23: Chapter 2 Extender Network Settings
Extender Network Settings To change settings, connect the extender to your computer and use your Internet browser to go to http://mywifiext.net as described in Extender Port Connection on page 12. • Connect the Extender to an Existing Network • Use WPS to Add a Computer to the Extender’s Wireless Network •... -
Page 24: Connect The Extender To An Existing Network
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Connect the Extender to an Existing Network You can connect the extender to your home network. Only a wireless connection is supported. The extender is not able to connect to your home network with a cable. -
Page 25: Use Wps To Add A Computer To The Extender's Wireless Network
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Use WPS to Add a Computer to the Extender’s Wireless Network Use WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) to connect a computer or wireless device to the extender network without entering the wireless network passphrase or key. Instead, you use a WPS button or enter a PIN to connect. - Page 26 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP The following screen displays: Click the Next button. Select a radio button. • Push Button (recommended). Either click the button or press the WPS button on the side of the extender. Extender Network Settings...
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Page 27: Extender Wireless Settings
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP • PIN Number. Select the PIN number radio button and enter the client PIN in the field that displays. The extender tries to find the wireless client (the computer) that is attempting to join the network. - Page 28 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP A screen similar to the following displays: In the Name (SSID) field, type a new name to customize your extender network. In the Region field, select the region where your extender operates. In the Security Options field, select the type of wireless security that you want to use on your network: •...
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Page 29: Set Up Wep
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Set Up WEP Select Setup > Wireless Settings. In the Security Options section, select the WEP radio button. Select the authentication type: Automatic, Open System, or Shared Key. The default is Open System. -
Page 30: Set Up Wpa, Wpa2, Or Wpa + Wpa2
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Set Up WPA, WPA2, or WPA + WPA2 Both WPA and WPA2 provide strong data security. WPA with TKIP can be used on Windows systems with Service Pack 2 or later. WPA2 with AES is a hardware implementation; see your device documentation before implementing it. -
Page 31: Status Screen
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP • Use Static IP Address. Specify a static IP address. This is not usually necessary. If you set this up, you should be technically experienced or have a technically experienced person help you. - Page 32 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Link Rate. The actual transmission (Tx) and receive (Rx) link rate in the current wireless connection. Connection Status. The status of your wireless connection (connected or disconnected). • Extender IP Info: MAC Address. The physical address of the extender, as seen from the local area network (LAN).
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Page 33: Attached Devices
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Table 1. Show statistics fields Field Description LAN or WLAN (Port) The statistics for the LAN (local) and wireless LAN (WLAN) ports. Status The link status of the port. TxPkts The number of packets transmitted on this port since reset or manual clear. -
Page 34: Back Up And Manage Extender Settings
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Back Up and Manage Extender Settings The Backup and Restore options in the Backup Settings screen let you save and retrieve a file containing your extender’s configuration settings. Once you have your extender working correctly, back up the information to have it available if something goes wrong. -
Page 35: Set The Password
Set the Password The user name to access the extender is admin, and its default password is password. NETGEAR strongly recommends that you set a more secure password. To set your password: Select Maintenance >... -
Page 36: Update The Firmware
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP A new Set Password screen displays. Select the two questions and enter the answers. Click the Apply button. Update the Firmware The extender checks for new firmware automatically at login. To check for firmware and upgrade if it is available: Select Maintenance >... -
Page 37: Advanced Wireless Settings
Advanced Wireless Settings The extender is set up with the optimum settings. Do not alter these settings unless directed by NETGEAR support. Incorrect settings might disable the extender unexpectedly. To view or change the advanced wireless settings: Select Advanced >... - Page 38 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP If you use an access list, then computers that are not on the list are not allowed to join the wireless network. The computers that are allowed to join are identified by their MAC addresses.
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Page 39: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter covers the following topics: • Smart Wizard FAQs • Connecting to http://mywifiext.net • Joining Wireless Networks... -
Page 40: Smart Wizard Faqs
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Smart Wizard FAQs When I connect to the network, Smart Wizard keeps asking me for my passphrase, and I am sure I’ve entered the correct passphrase. What can I do? It is very likely that the extender is placed at the borderline of the range covered by the router or gateway. -
Page 41: Joining Wireless Networks
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP • Amber indicates a workable performance. • Red indicates a poor connection or no connection. If you cannot get a wireless connection working, you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your computer to the extender. See Extender Port Connection on page 12. -
Page 42: Appendix A Supplemental Information
Supplemental Information This appendix covers the following topics: • Factory Settings • Technical Specifications • Safety Information... -
Page 43: Factory Settings
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Factory Settings You can press and hold the Factory Settings button on the side panel for seven seconds. The extender resets and returns to its factory settings. Factory Settings Smart Wizard Enabled Wireless... -
Page 44: Safety Information
Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP is plugged into. To help avoid damaging your system, be sure that the attached devices are electrically rated to operate with the power available in your location. - Page 45 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP • The peripheral power cables are equipped with three-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable. • Observe extension cable and power strip ratings. Make sure that the total ampere rating of all products plugged into the extension cable or power strip does not exceed 80 percent of the ampere ratings limit for the extension cable or power strip.
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Page 46: Appendix B Notification Of Compliance
Notification of Compliance N E T G EAR w ir ele s s po wer li n e p ro d u c t s Safety Instructions and Precautions WARNING: Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your product from potential damage. - Page 47 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP The voltage and current rating of the cable should be greater than the ratings marked on the product. • To help prevent electric shock, plug the system and peripheral power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets.