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NETGEAR EX6200 User Manual

NETGEAR EX6200
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350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
March 2014
202-11298-02
AC1200 WiFi Range Extender
Model EX6200
User Manual

Table of Contents

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NETGEAR EX6200 Specifications

Ports & interfaces IconPorts & interfaces
ethernet portsFive (5) 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports
usb portUSB 3.0 port
dual band antennasTwo (2) detachable external antennas
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
dimensions9.92 x 6.85 x 1.22 in (252 x 174 x 31 mm)
weight0.67 lb (302 g)
antenna gain5 dBi

Summary

Chapter 1 Overview

Unpack Your Extender

Details on how to unbox the AC1200 WiFi Range Extender and its components.

Top Panel LEDs and Front Panel USB Port

Explanation of the LEDs on the top panel and the USB port on the front panel of the extender.

Rear Panel Ports, Buttons, Antennas, and Connector

Description of the ports, buttons, antennas, and power connector on the rear panel.

Attach the Stand

Instructions for attaching the stand to the extender for upright placement.

Attach the Rubber Feet

Guidance on attaching the rubber feet for horizontal placement of the extender.

Retrieve and Display the Product Label

How to find and display the product label containing login information and serial number.

When to Use Your Extender

Guidance on optimal scenarios and situations for using the WiFi range extender.

How the Extender Works

Explanation of the extender's functionality as a bridge between a WiFi router and devices.

Support for the 801.11ac Networking Standard

Information about the extender's compatibility and benefits with the 802.11ac standard.

Chapter 2 Get Started

How to Position the Extender

Guidance on finding the ideal location for the extender between the router and devices.

Connect the Extender to Your WiFi Router

Methods for connecting the extender to your WiFi router using WPS, WiFi, or Ethernet.

Connect the Extender with WPS to a WiFi Network

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the extender to a WiFi network using WPS.

Access the Extender over WiFi and Use Smart Setup

Procedure for connecting and setting up the extender via WiFi using NETGEAR genie Smart Setup.

Access the Extender over Ethernet and Use Smart Setup

Procedure for connecting and setting up the extender via Ethernet using NETGEAR genie Smart Setup.

Chapter 3 Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings

Log In to the Extender After Initial Setup

Instructions on how to access the extender's settings interface via a web browser.

Change the Password

Steps to change the default administrator password for enhanced security.

Set Up Password Recovery

Guide to enabling password recovery options in case the admin password is lost.

Connect the Extender to a WiFi Network Without Using Smart Setup

Procedure to connect the extender to a WiFi network without using the Smart Setup wizard.

Connect the Extender to a Hidden WiFi Network

Instructions for connecting the extender to a WiFi network that does not broadcast its SSID.

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

Method to connect WiFi devices to the extender's network using WPS push button or PIN.

Manage the Extender WiFi Settings

How to change the extender's network name (SSID) and set up WiFi security.

Change the Extender IP Address and Device Name

Instructions to modify the extender's IP address and its network device name.

Manage Advanced WiFi and WPS Settings

Configuration options for advanced WiFi features and WPS settings.

Manage a WiFi Access List

How to set up and manage a list of approved devices (MAC addresses) to access the network.

Set the Operating Mode to FastLane Technology

Enabling FastLane Technology for improved WiFi performance by dedicating bands.

Run Smart Setup Again After Initial Setup

Procedure to re-run the NETGEAR genie Smart Setup wizard after the initial configuration.

Connect Ethernet-Enabled Devices

How to connect wired devices like TVs or game consoles using the extender's Ethernet ports.

Chapter 4 Maintain and Monitor the Extender

Recover the admin Password

Steps to recover the admin password if it has been forgotten.

Back Up and Manage the Extender Configuration

Procedure for backing up and restoring the extender's configuration settings.

Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings

How to reset the extender to its original factory default settings.

Update the Firmware

Instructions on checking for and installing new firmware for the extender.

View the Status and Traffic Statistics of the Extender

How to check the extender's current status and network traffic statistics.

View the Wired and WiFi Network Devices

Displaying a list of connected wired and wireless devices on the network.

Chapter 5 Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender

USB Drive Requirements

Information on compatible USB drives and file system types supported by the extender.

Access a USB Drive on the Network

Steps to connect to and access a USB drive shared by the extender from Windows or Mac.

Back Up Windows Computers with ReadySHARE Vault

Using ReadySHARE Vault software for automatic backup of Windows computers to a USB drive.

Back Up Mac Computers with Time Machine

Guidance on using Time Machine to back up Mac computers to a USB drive connected to the extender.

Control Access to the USB Drive

Configuring access methods (HTTP, FTP, Network Share) for the USB storage device.

Use FTP Within the Network

Enabling and using the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) to access files on the USB drive.

View Network Folders on a USB Drive

How to view the network folders and their access permissions on a USB drive.

Add a Network Folder on a USB Drive

Procedure to create and configure new network folders on the USB storage device.

Change a Network Folder on a USB Drive

How to edit the settings of an existing network folder shared from a USB drive.

Approve USB Devices

Setting up the extender to share only specific, approved USB devices for enhanced security.

Safely Remove a USB Drive

Instructions on how to safely disconnect a USB drive from the extender.

Use the Extender as a Media Server

Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings

Configuring the extender to function as a DLNA media server for streaming content.

Play Media from a USB Drive on TiVo

Instructions on how to play media files from a USB drive on a TiVo device.

Share a USB Printer Through the Extender

Install the Printer Driver and Cable the Printer

Steps to install printer drivers and connect a USB printer to the extender.

Download the ReadySHARE Printer Utility

How to download the ReadySHARE Printer utility for Windows and Mac computers.

Install the ReadySHARE Printer Utility

Procedure for installing the ReadySHARE Printer utility on computers.

Use the Shared Printer

Connecting to and using a USB printer shared through the extender.

View or Change the Status of a Printer

Checking and managing the status of the shared USB printer.

Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer

Utilizing the scanning functionality of a multifunction USB printer connected to the extender.

Change NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings

Customizing settings for the NETGEAR USB Control Center utility.

FAQs and Troubleshooting

FAQs

Answers to common questions regarding the extender's functionality and setup.

You Cannot Connect to the Extender

Troubleshooting steps for issues preventing connection to the extender.

You Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message

Resolving errors encountered when trying to connect the extender to a WiFi network.

Improve the Connection Between the Extender and the WiFi Router

Tips and methods to enhance the WiFi connection quality between the extender and router.

Factory Settings and Technical Specifications

Factory Default Settings

Details of the extender's default configuration settings.

Technical and Environmental Specifications

Specifications regarding the extender's hardware, power, environment, and emissions.

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