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NETGEAR Nighthawk X6S EX8000 User Manual

NETGEAR Nighthawk X6S EX8000
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Nighthawk X6S AC3000
Tri-Band WiFi Range Extender
User Manual
Model EX8000
May 2018
202-11758-02
350 E. Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA

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NETGEAR Nighthawk X6S EX8000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
WiFi Technology802.11ac
Number of Ethernet Ports4
Ethernet Port TypeGigabit Ethernet
MU-MIMOYes
BeamformingYes
Smart RoamingYes
Smart ConnectYes
FastLane TechnologyYes
WiFi PerformanceAC3000
WiFi BandTri-Band
SecurityWPA2 wireless security protocols
Weight1.9 lbs
Operating Temperature32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
Operating Humidity10% to 90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity5% to 95% non-condensing
USB PortsOne (1) USB 3.0 port
Storage Temperature-4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C)

Summary

Overview

Unpack Your Extender

Details the items included in the extender package.

LEDS

Explains the function of each LED indicator on the extender.

Back Panel

Identifies the ports and buttons located on the back of the extender.

When to Use Your Extender

Guidance on optimal placement and usage scenarios for the extender.

How the Extender Works

Explains the extender's function as a bridge between networks.

Get Started

Install the WiFi Extender

Steps for initial setup: placing, powering, and connecting the extender.

Use the Extender in Access Point Mode

Configure the extender to function as a WiFi access point.

Connect a Device to the Extender Network

Connect computers and devices to the extended WiFi network.

Log In to the Extender After Installation

Access the extender's web interface after initial setup.

Run Smart Setup Installation

Use Smart Setup for easy configuration of extender settings.

Extender Network Settings

Enable or Disable One WiFi Name

Configure the extender to use the same WiFi name as the router.

Enable or Disable Smart Connect

Manage unified 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz network settings.

View Connected Devices

Display a list of devices currently connected to the extender.

View WiFi Settings

Review the current WiFi network configuration of the extender.

Change the WiFi Network Name

Customize the SSID (network name) for the extender's WiFi.

Turn Off the SSID Broadcast to Create a Hidden Network

Hide the extender's WiFi network name for increased privacy.

Disable or Enable the WiFi Radios

Control the broadcast of 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi signals.

Change the WiFi Speed

Adjust the WiFi speed settings, primarily for the 5 GHz band.

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

Connect devices to the extender using WPS.

Deny Access to a Computer or WiFi Device

Block specific devices from accessing the network via MAC address.

Set Up an Access Schedule

Schedule when devices can access the Internet through the extender.

Change the Extender's Device Name

Assign a custom name to the extender for easier identification.

Set Up the Extender to Use a Static IP Address

Configure a fixed IP address for the extender.

Use the Extender With MAC Filtering or Access Control

Configure MAC filtering on the router for extender-connected devices.

Maintain and Monitor the Extender

Change the Extender admin User Name and Password

Update the login credentials for accessing the extender's settings.

Turn Password Protection Off and On

Enable or disable the password protection feature for security.

Recover a Forgotten User Name or Password

Steps to recover lost login credentials using security questions.

Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time

Configure automatic adjustment of the extender's clock for DST.

Manually Set the Extender Clock

Manually set the extender's internal clock for accurate scheduling.

Back Up and Manage the Extender Configuration

Create a backup of the extender's configuration settings.

Restore the Configuration Settings

Load previously saved configuration settings onto the extender.

Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings

Reset the extender to its original factory default configuration.

Update the Extender Firmware

Check for and install the latest firmware for the extender.

Restart the Extender Remotely

Perform a remote restart of the extender via its web interface.

Turn the NETGEAR Logo LED On or Off

Control the power status indicator LED on the extender.

Share USB Storage Devices Attached to the Extender

USB Device Requirements

Specifications and compatibility for USB storage devices.

Connect a USB Storage Device to the Extender

Instructions for physically connecting a USB drive to the extender.

Map a USB Device to a Windows Network Drive

Assign a drive letter to the USB storage for network access in Windows.

Access a Storage Device That Is Connected to the Extender From a Mac

Access files on a USB drive from a Mac computer.

Turn the USB Port Off and On

Enable or disable the USB port functionality on the extender.

Add a Network Folder on a USB Storage Device

Create network folders on the connected USB storage.

Password-Protect a Folder on a USB Storage Device

Secure folders on the USB drive with password protection.

Use the Extender USB Port to Share a Printer

Configure the extender to share a connected USB printer.

Change the Network or Device Name

Modify the network and device name for the USB share.

Use the Extender as a Media Server

Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings

Configure DLNA media server settings for streaming content.

Set Up the Extender to Work With TiVo

Enable TiVo support to access media files on the extender.

FAQs and Troubleshooting

FAQs

Answers to common questions and issues encountered with the extender.

Cannot Connect to the Extender

Troubleshoot problems preventing connection to the extender.

Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message

Resolve WiFi connection errors when joining a network.

Cannot Access mywifiext.net

Troubleshoot issues accessing the extender's local web interface.

Find the Extender's IP Address

Guide to locating the extender's IP address on the network.

Supplemental Information

Factory Default Settings

Details the default configuration settings of the extender.

Technical and Environmental Specifications

Provides technical and environmental data for the extender.

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