Cisco Linksys RE1000 User Manual

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Wireless-N Extender
Linksys RE1000 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (Client mode for the
initial setup with the access point or router
Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a feature that makes it easy to set
up your wireless network. If your access point or router
supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you can use Wi-Fi
Protected Setup.
Three methods of Wi-Fi Protected Setup are available. Use
the method that applies to the Extender device you are
configuring.
Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
NOTE: Wi-Fi Protected Setup configures only
device at a time.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Light Activity
• The Cisco logo on the top panel of the Extender
functions as the Wi-Fi Protected Setup light.
• When the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process is active, the
light flashes slowly. When the Wi-Fi Protected Setup is
successful, the light is continuously lit.
• If there is an error, the light flashes quickly for two
minutes; please wait and try again.
• Wait until the light is continuously lit, before starting
the next Wi-Fi Protected Setup session.
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button Use this method if
your client router has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button.
NOTE: Make sure you configure one device at a
time.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button
a. Click or press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on
the Extender.
b. Click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the
router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen, OR press and
hold the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the back
panel of the router for one second.
c. After the Extender has been configured, click OK
on the router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen within
two minutes.
• Enter Extender PIN on Router The Wi-Fi Protected
Setup PIN (Personal Identification Number) can
be found on the product label of the Extender .
Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Enter Extender PIN on Router
a. Enter the PIN from the Extender in the field on the
router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen.
b. Click the Register button on the router’s Wi-Fi
Protected Setup screen.
c. After the Extender has been configured, click OK
on the router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen within
two minutes.
• Enter Router PIN on Extender Use this method if
your Extender asks for the router’s PIN.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Enter Router PIN on Extender
a. On the Extender, enter the PIN listed on the router’s
Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen. (It is also listed on the
bottom of the router.)
b. After the Extender has been configured, click OK
on the router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen within
two minutes.
For each wireless network, the Network Name (SSID),
Security, and Passphrase are displayed at the bottom of
the screen.

Cisco Linksys RE1000 Specifications

General

Brand	Cisco
Model	Linksys RE1000
Category	Extender
Language	English