Netgear WN3000RP - Universal WiFi Range Extender driver and firmware
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WN3000RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 2
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WN3000RP Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 7
... WPS
1. Use a computer to join the NETGEAR_EXT wireless network.
The PC to Extender LED
turns green.
2. Open a browser window from the same computer, and it automatically takes you to the Smart Wizard. Follow the Smart Wizard steps to connect the Extender to your home router's network.
3. Then follow the wizard steps to join the Extender network at its new name (the...
User Manual - Page 2
Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
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User Manual - Page 3
...to the Extender's Wireless Network 14 Extender Wireless Settings 16
Set Up WEP 17 Set Up WPA, WPA2, or WPA + WPA2 18 Extender IP Address Setup 18 Status Screen 19 Show Statistics 20 Attached Devices 21 Back Up and Manage Extender Settings 21 Back Up Settings 22 Restore Settings 22 Erase the Settings 22 Set the Password 23 Upgrade the Firmware 23 Advanced Wireless Settings 24
Chapter...
User Manual - Page 8
Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
Connect a PC to the Extender with an Ethernet Cable
Usually, you connect to the Extender wirelessly, but you can use its LAN port to connect a wired device such as an Ethernet-enabled gaming console, printer, or PC.
Note: Before you connect wired devices or computers, first install and set up your Extender as described in the Universal WiFi Extender WN3000RP ...
User Manual - Page 9
... can help you set up your Extender to connect to a wireless network. For information about more configuration options, see Chapter 2, Extender Network Settings. The Universal WiFi Extender WN3000RP 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.
Getting Started 9
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Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
After installation, to use the Smart Wizard again: 1. Log in to the Extender as described previously.
Note: Once you begin using the Smart Wizard, you must complete all of its steps before you can exit.
2. From the menu, select Setup Wizard. The following screen displays:
This is the same Smart Wizard that displays during installation as described...
User Manual - Page 12
Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
The Extender's wireless network name (SSID) changes to the name of your wireless network name with _EXT added to the end. The following screen displays:
When this happens, your computer is automatically disconnected from the Extender wireless network. 6. If you want to use the same password to access the Extender's wireless network that you use for wireless ...
User Manual - Page 13
... an Ethernet Cable on page 8.
• Connect the Extender to an Existing Network • Use WPS to Add a PC to the Extender's Wireless Network • Extender Wireless Settings • Extender IP Address Setup • Status Screen • Attached Devices • Back Up and Manage Extender Settings • Set the Password • Upgrade the Firmware • Advanced Wireless Settings
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User Manual - Page 14
...use a WPS button or enter a PIN to connect. WPS supports WPA and WPA2 wireless security. If your Extender network is open (no wireless security is set), then connecting with WPS automatically sets WPA2 + WPA wireless security on the Extender network. The Universal WiFi Extender WN3000RP Installation Guide explains how to use WPS during installation. You can connect with WPS by using either the WPS...
User Manual - Page 16
Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
The Extender tries to find the wireless client (the computer) that is attempting to join the network. If you are using a WPS button, it tries for 2 minutes. If you are using a PIN, it tries for 4 minutes. 3. Go to your wireless computer. Use its WPS software to try to connect to the Extender. The first time you add a WPS client...
User Manual - Page 18
Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
Note: Not all wireless computers support passphrase key generation. If your computer does not support the passphrase, then you will need to type the encryption key in order to join the wireless network.
• Key 1-Key 4. These values are not case-sensitive. You can manually enter the four data encryption keys. These values must be identical on all ...
User Manual - Page 19
Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
- IP Address. The static IP address. - IP Subnet Mask. The subnet mask associated with the IP address. - Gateway IP Address. The IP address for the gateway. - Primary DNS. The primary domain name server (DNS). - Secondary DNS. The secondary domain name server (DNS).
Status Screen
When you connect to http://www.mywifiext.net, after the automatic firmware check...
User Manual - Page 20
Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
Extender IP Info • MAC Address. The physical address of the Extender, as seen from the local area
network (LAN). • IP Address. The IP address of the Extender. The default is 192.168.1.250. • DHCP Client. Identifies the network DHCP client on the wireless network. • IP Subnet Mask. The IP subnet mask associated with the LAN IP address ...
User Manual - Page 22
Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
correctly, you should back up the information to have it available if something goes wrong. When you back up the settings, they are saved as a file on your computer. You can restore the device's settings from this file.
Back Up Settings
1. Click Backup. Your browser extracts the configuration file from the Extender. 2. If you do not have...
User Manual - Page 23
Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
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. From the Extender menu at http://www.mywifiext.net, select Maintenance > Set Password. The following screen displays:
Type the old password, type the new password twice, and then click Apply.
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Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP
CAUTION: Once you start the firmware upgrade, do not try to go online, turn off the Extender, shut down the computer, or do anything else to the Extender until it finishes restarting.
Advanced Wireless Settings
The Extender is already set up with the optimum settings. Do not alter these settings unless directed by NETGEAR support. Incorrect settings might ...
User Manual - Page 29
... antenna or transmitter.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
We, NETGEAR, Inc., 350 East Plumeria Drive, San Jose, CA 95134, declare under our sole responsibility that the Universal WiFi Range Extender WN3000RP complies with Part 15 Subpart B of FCC CFR47 Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This...