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Data Sheet - Page 3
... Extenders
Data Sheet EX6920
WiFi Analytics App
How strong is your WiFi signal? Use the NETGEAR WiFi Analytics app & get advanced analytics to optimize your existing or newly extended WiFi network. Check your network status, WiFi signal strength, identify crowded WiFi channels & much more!
Here's what you can do with the WiFi Analytics App! • Get a network status overview • Check...
Data Sheet - Page 4
... (1) 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet port with
auto-sensing technology
This product comes with a limited warranty that is valid only if purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller.
*24/7 basic technical phone support provided for 90 days from purchase date.
¹Works with devices supporting Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS). Data throughput, signal range, and wireless coverage per sq. ft...
Installation Guide - Page 3
Meet Your Extenders
Before you install your extenders, familiarize yourself with their LEDs, buttons, and port.
Power connector (varies by region)
Router Device Link LED Link LED
Factory Reset button
Power connector (varies by region)
WPS button
Power LED WPS LED
Power On/Off button
Ethernet port
3
Installation Guide - Page 6
... must connect to your router's WiFi network. Do not connect the extenders to another extender's WiFi network.
Connect With WPS
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) lets you join a secure WiFi network without typing the network name and password.
Note: WPS does not support WEP network security. If you are using WEP security, follow the instructions in Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant on page...
Installation Guide - Page 7
... LED on the extender lights solid green, the Router Link LED lights, and the extender connects to your existing WiFi network.
If the Router Link LED does not light, try again. If it still does not light, see Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant on page 9.
3. If your WiFi router supports the 5 GHz band, repeat Steps 1 and 2 to connect...
Installation Guide - Page 9
... With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant
1. Use a WiFi network manager on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect to the NETGEAR_EXT (SSID) WiFi network. After the connection with the computer or WiFi device is established, the Device Link LED lights.
2. Launch a web browser and enter www.mywifiext.net in the address field of the browser. The New Extender Setup page displays.
3. Click the...
Installation Guide - Page 10
... want to extend both WiFi bands, clear the 2.4GHz WiFi Networks or the 5GHz WiFi Networks check box.
Note: If you already installed an extender, do not select the extender's WiFi network.
7. In the Password (network key) field, type the existing WiFi network password (also called passphrase or security key) and click the NEXT button.
8. Set the network name (SSID) and password for your extender...
Installation Guide - Page 12
... WiFi network reaches the area with a poor router WiFi signal and your network setup is complete.
• If the Device Link LED is red, your extended WiFi network does not reach the area with a poor router WiFi signal.
You must move the computer or WiFi device closer to the extender until the Device Link LED turns solid green or amber.
20. Repeat Steps 1-19 to install...
Installation Guide - Page 15
..., you can connect a wired device to the extenders using an Ethernet cable. That device can then access your existing network through the WiFi connection.
Blu-ray player
Router
Extender
Log In to Access Extender Settings
After installation, you can log in to the extender to view or change the extender's settings.
1. Use a WiFi network manager on a computer or WiFi device to find and connect to...
Installation Guide - Page 16
... Extenders and Supply Power on page 5. If you are using WEP security, make sure that you are typing the network password in the correct field.
Can I set up the extenders in extender mode if I connect them to the router or access point with an Ethernet cable?
No. The extenders are designed to connect wirelessly to the router or access...
Installation Guide - Page 18
...the Internet, you must provide the translated MAC address to the router.
1. Log in to your router and disable the MAC filter, WiFi access control, or ACL. For more information about how to disable your router's MAC filter, WiFi access control, or ACL, see your router's documentation.
2. Power on the extender and connect all of your devices to the extender network.
3. Make sure that the Router Link...
Installation Guide - Page 19
... and all of the virtual MAC addresses of the devices connected to the extender to your router's MAC filter table.
7. Enable the router's MAC filter, WiFi access control, or ACL.
I am connected to NETGEAR_EXT and launched a browser, but I can't I see the NETGEAR installation assistant. What can I do?
Try these troubleshooting steps:
• Make sure that your computer is set up to use DHCP...
Installation Guide - Page 20
... you for purchasing this NETGEAR product. You can visit www.netgear.com/support to register your product, get help, access the latest downloads and user manuals, and join our community. We recommend that you use only official NETGEAR support resources.
Trademarks
© NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Any non‑NETGEAR trademarks are used for...
User Manual - Page 2
AC1200 WiFi Range Extenders
Support
Thank you for purchasing this NETGEAR product. You can visit www.netgear.com/support to register your product, get help, access the latest downloads and user manuals, and join our community. We recommend that you use only official NETGEAR support resources.
Conformity
For the current EU Declaration of Conformity, visit http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers...
User Manual - Page 3
... to a Computer or WiFi Device 30 Set Up an Access Schedule 31 Change an Extender's Device Name 32 Set Up an Extender to Use a Static IP Address 33 Use the Extender With MAC Filtering or Access Control 34
Chapter 4 Maintain and Monitor the Extenders
Change an Extender's Login User Name and Password 37 Turn Password Protection Off and On 38 Recover a Forgotten...
User Manual - Page 4
... 40
Back Up the Configuration Settings 40 Restore the Configuration Settings 41 Return an Extender to Its Factory Default 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...
User Manual - Page 5
... points and create a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. This chapter covers the following topics:
• Meet Your Extenders • When to Use Your Extenders • How the Extenders Work
Note: For more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the support website at support.netgear.com.
Note: Firmware updates with new features and...
User Manual - Page 36
...User Name and Password • Turn Password Protection Off and On • Recover a Forgotten User Name or Password • Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time • Manually Set the Extender Clock • Back Up and Manage an Extender Configuration • Back Up the Configuration Settings • Return an Extender to Its Factory Default Settings • Update the Firmware •...
User Manual - Page 44
... extenders are set up to check for new firmware automatically at login.
To check manually for new firmware and, if available, update the firmware:
1. On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web browser.
2. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. A login page displays.
3. Enter your user name and password and click the...
User Manual - Page 45
... extender remotely: 1. On a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the extender network, launch a web
browser. 2. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net.
A login page displays. 3. Enter your user name and password and click the LOG IN button.
The Status page displays. 4. If your browser displays the Menu icon , click it.
The extender menu displays. 5. Select Settings...