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