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NETGEAR EX5000 User Manual

NETGEAR EX5000
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User Manual
AC1200 WiFi Range Extender
Model EX5000
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria DriveJanuary 2020
San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-12048-01

Table of Contents

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NETGEAR EX5000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
WiFi Technology802.11ac
WiFi PerformanceAC1200
CoverageUp to 1500 sq. ft.
Device ConnectionsUp to 25 devices
AntennaInternal
ButtonWPS Button
WiFi BandDual-band
Number of Ethernet Ports1
SecurityWPA/WPA2
CompatibilityWorks with any WiFi router
LED IndicatorsPower

Summary

Chapter 1 Overview

Meet Your Extender

Introduces the WiFi Range Extender hardware, including LEDs and buttons.

LEDs

Describes the function of each LED indicator on the extender.

Buttons

Details the purpose and function of the extender's physical buttons.

When to Use Your Extender

Guidance on optimal placement and scenarios for using the WiFi Range Extender.

How the Extender Works

Explains the operational principles of the WiFi Range Extender as a network bridge.

Chapter 2 Get Started

Install the WiFi Extender

Step-by-step guide to installing the WiFi Range Extender.

Place the Extender and Apply Power

Instructions for physically positioning and powering on the extender unit.

Connect to an Existing WiFi Network

Methods for connecting the extender to your primary WiFi network.

Connect with WPS

Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect the extender to your router.

Connect with the NETGEAR Installation Assistant

Using the web-based assistant for guided extender setup.

Find the Best Location

Tips for determining the optimal placement for extender performance.

Log In to the Extender After Installation

How to access the extender's web interface after initial setup.

Run Smart Setup Installation

Using the Smart Setup feature to configure extender settings.

Chapter 3 Maintain and Monitor the Extender

Change the Extender admin User Name and Password

Procedure for modifying the administrator login credentials for the extender.

Turn Password Protection Off and On

Enabling or disabling password protection for the extender's interface.

Recover a Forgotten User Name or Password

Steps to retrieve lost administrator credentials using security questions.

Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time

Configuring the extender to automatically adjust for daylight saving time.

Manually Set the Extender Clock

Manually setting the internal clock of the extender for accurate scheduling.

Back Up and Manage the Extender Configuration

How to save and restore the extender's configuration settings.

Back Up the Configuration Settings

Creating a backup file of the current extender configuration.

Restore the Configuration Settings

Loading a previously saved configuration file onto the extender.

Return the Extender To Its Factory Default Settings

Resetting the extender to its original factory default configuration.

Use the Reset Button

Using the physical reset button to restore factory default settings.

Log In and Reset the Extender to Factory Settings

Resetting the extender to factory defaults via the web interface.

Update the Extender Firmware

Procedures for updating the extender's firmware.

Check for New Firmware and Update the Extender

Manually checking for and installing new firmware versions.

Manually Upload Firmware to the Extender

Uploading a firmware file manually to the extender.

Chapter 4 Extender Network Settings

View Connected Devices

Displaying a list of devices currently connected to the extender.

Boost Your Video Streaming with FastLane Technology

Optimizing streaming performance using FastLane technology.

View WiFi Settings

Viewing current WiFi configuration details of the extender.

Change the WiFi Network Name

Procedure for changing the SSID of the extender's WiFi network.

Turn Off the SSID Broadcast to Create a Hidden Network

Disabling the broadcast of the extender's network name for security.

Disable or Enable the WiFi Radios

Controlling the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi radio transmissions.

Change the WiFi Speed

Adjusting the WiFi speed settings for the extender's network.

Use WPS to Add a Computer to the Extender's WiFi Network

Connecting devices to the extender's network using WPS.

Use WPS with the Push Button Method

Connecting devices via WPS using the physical or onscreen push button.

Use WPS with the PIN Method

Connecting devices via WPS using a PIN code.

Deny Access to a Computer or WiFi Device

Restricting network access for specific devices using MAC filtering.

Set Up an Access Schedule

Creating a schedule to control Internet access through the extender.

Change the Extender's Device Name

Renaming the extender's device for easier identification.

Set Up the Extender to Use a Static IP Address

Configuring a fixed IP address for the extender.

Use the Extender with MAC Filtering or Access Control

Implementing MAC filtering for network access control on the extender.

Chapter 5 FAQs and Troubleshooting

FAQs

Answers to frequently asked questions regarding extender setup and operation.

Cannot Connect to the Extender

Troubleshooting steps for issues preventing connection to the extender.

Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message

Resolving problems when the extender cannot connect to a WiFi network.

Cannot Access mywifiext.net

Troubleshooting access issues with the extender's setup web address.

Find Extender's IP Address

Methods to locate the extender's IP address for direct access.

Chapter 6 Factory Settings and Technical Specifications

Factory Default Settings

Details of the default settings applied to the extender upon factory reset.

Technical and Environmental Specifications

Information on the extender's physical dimensions, operating conditions, and protocols.

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