Range Extender Access Point
Wireless G Universal
Increase your wireless coverage
Range Extender Access Point
Wireless G Universal
F5D7132
1 Introduction
Table of Contents
Introduction
Advantages of a Wireless Network
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1. Wireless Router or Access Point Placement
Introduction
3. Cordless Phone Placement
4. Choose the “quietest” channel for your wireless network
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2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference
5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL
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Power LED
Wireless LED
Overview
Front Panel
Back Panel Power Jack
Reset Button
a. Resetting the WURE
b. Restoring the Factory Defaults
Package Contents
Specifications
Wireless
System Requirements
Configuring as a Wireless Access Point 1. Connect
Configuring the WURE
Connecting as a Wireless Access Point
2. Install
3. Configure
Running the Easy Install Wizard Software
Running the Wireless Range Extender Management Utility
Configuring the WURE
4. Advanced Configuration
Configuring your WURE through the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Configuring the WURE
Congratulations. Your WURE is now set up for access point
Configuring as a Wireless G Universal Range Extender
2. Configure
Connecting the WURE
Configuring with One-Touch Setup
Repositioning the WURE in a Weak Signal Area or Dead Spot
3. Reposition
Configuring the WURE
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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Logging into the WURE
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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Logging out of the WURE
Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
1 Quick Navigation Links
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
4 Login/Logout Button
6 LAN Settings
7 Features
Changing the Wireless Network Name SSID
Wireless Basic
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Using the Wireless Mode Switch
When to Use 54g-LRS Mode
Changing the Wireless Channel
54g-Auto Mode
Using the Broadcast SSID Feature
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Protected Mode
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Repeater Mode
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
3. The status of your connection will show in the “Status” box
Name
Securing your Wi-Fi Network
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy
64-Bit WEP
128-Bit WEP
Encryption Keys
Sharing the Same Network Keys
WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Using a Hexadecimal Key
For instance AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit key C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2
C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
WEP Setup
64-Bit WEP Encryption
For instance AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
128-Bit WEP Encryption
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key
WPA Setup
Changing the Wireless Security Settings
Setting WPA-Personal PSK
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
3. Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the clients that you set up. For example, your PSK might be something like “Smith family network key”
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Setting WPA2-Personal AES
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Setting MAC Address Filtering
To Enable an “Allow” List
To Enable a Deny List
MAC Address Control
Setting or Changing the Administrator Password
Changing System Settings
Restoring Factory Default Settings
Changing System Settings
Saving a Current Configuration
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Changing System Settings
The configuration is now saved
Changing System Settings
Restoring a Previous Configuration
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Checking for a New Version of Firmware
Updating Firmware
Changing System Settings
Changing System Settings
Downloading a New Version of Firmware
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Updating the WURE’s Firmware
Changing System Settings
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Changing System Settings
4. You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK”
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Does the name of your wireless network appear in the results?
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Problem
Problem
Troubleshooting
Solution
For example C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
5. Under “Data Encryption” select “WEP”
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Problem
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Problem
Supported Operating Systems
Enabling WPA-PSK no server
Troubleshooting
Problem
What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, and 802.11n?
Troubleshooting
Wireless Comparison Chart
Technical Support
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Troubleshooting
Information
FCC Statement
F5D7132 to which this declaration relates
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR
Modifications
Canada-Industry Canada IC
Europe-European Union Notice
Information
Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty
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