Before you begin
Frequently asked questions
For answers to frequently asked questions (FAQ's), go to www.rcainfiniteradio.com.
General controls of RCA
Front view
Antenna
WPS MODE WPS WIRELESS POWER
PRESS | WiFi ENABLER |
WAN | LAN |
Back view |
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WAN port – connect to your |
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existing access point, |
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broadband modem or |
| Power |
Ethernet router/hub/switch | adapter jack | |
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| RESET |
WAN | LAN | POWER |
• LAN port – if your modem or |
| Reset push |
router/hub/switch has only |
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one LAN port and is |
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connected to your PC, |
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disconnect the Ethernet cable from the modem/router/hub/ switch and connect it to the Enabler's LAN port.
•You can also connect it to your computer's Ethernet port to access the Enabler's web- administration page for troubleshooting purposes. Refer to page 31 for more information.
To install the Enabler:
The Enabler can be installed vertically or horizontally. Remove the standing brackets for horizontal installation. Rotate the antenna to improve signal reception.
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| WiFi ENABLER |
WPS | WPS | PRESS |
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PRESS | WiFi ENABLER |
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To turn on the Wi-Fi Enabler:
The Enabler will turn on automatically when power is connected.
To check the RCA
•Normally the POWER, WAN and WIRELESS LEDs will be on when the enabler is operating as a router.
•The LAN LED will be on if there is an Ethernet cable connected from the LAN port on the Enabler to a computer.
•The MODE LED will be off when the Enabler is operating as a Router.
•The MODE LED will be on when the Enabler is operating as an (AP) Access Point.
To rescan the network configuration:
•Your
•Press and hold the WPS key for 3 seconds. The MODE LED then starts blinking. This will indicate to the user that the unit is scanning the network to determine the correct mode for the new environment (i.e. either router or AP).
•If during a scanning, the unit cannot determine the mode or needs more information (i.e. no response from the WAN connection, PPPOE, fixed IP address connection, etc) the unit will start flashing the MODE, WPS and WIRELESS LEDs.
To reset the Enabler:
•If you are unable to connect the radio to the
connecting again.
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