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NETGEAR WN3100RP User Manual

NETGEAR WN3100RP
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350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
February 2015
202-11455-01
N300 WiFi Range Extender
Model WN3100RPv2
User Manual

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NETGEAR WN3100RP Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeNetwork transmitter
Maximum transfer distance- m
Windows operating systems supportedYes
Product colorWhite
Bandwidth2.4 GHz
Cabling technology10/100Base-T(X)
Security algorithmsWEP, WPA2-PSK, WPS
Networking standardsIEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth32.5 mm
Width55 mm
Height114 mm
Weight175 g

Summary

Overview

Meet Your Extender

Familiarize yourself with the extender's LEDs, buttons, and ports before installation.

When to Use Your Extender

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

How the Extender Works

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

Get Started

Use the Extender in Extender Mode

Instructions for placing, powering, and connecting the extender to your WiFi network.

Use the Extender in Access Point Mode

Steps to set up the extender as a new WiFi hotspot using a wired Ethernet connection.

Log In to the Extender After Installation

How to access the extender's interface to view or change settings post-installation.

Run Smart Setup Installation

Guide for an easy setup process to connect the extender to a router or change network settings.

Extender Network Settings

Adjust the WiFi Coverage

Configure the extender's wireless output power to manage coverage area size.

View Connected Devices

List of devices currently connected to the extender's WiFi network.

View WiFi Settings

Display and review the current WiFi configuration parameters of the extender.

Change the WiFi Network Name

Procedure to modify the SSID (network name) broadcast by the extender.

Turn Off the SSID Broadcast to Create a Hidden Network

Steps to hide the extender's WiFi network name (SSID) for increased privacy.

Disable or Enable the WiFi Radio

Control the WiFi radio transmission to either broadcast or disable the extender's signal.

Change the WiFi Speed

Select or adjust the WiFi speed settings for the extender's network.

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

Connect devices securely using WPS push button or PIN method without passwords.

Specify WPS Settings

Configure WPS PIN behavior, failure attempts, and setting retention.

Deny Access to a Computer or WiFi Device

Use MAC filtering to block specific devices from accessing the extender's network.

Set Up an Access Schedule

Create schedules to control when users can access the Internet through the extender.

Set Up the Extender to Use a Static IP Address

Configure a fixed IP address for the extender instead of using DHCP.

Maintain and Monitor the Extender

Change the Extender User Name and Password

Update or set the login credentials for accessing the extender's web interface.

Turn Password Protection Off and On

Manage password protection for the extender's web menu and Smart Setup.

Recover a Forgotten User Name or Password

Steps to retrieve or reset login credentials using security questions.

Automatically Adjust for Daylight Saving Time

Enable automatic time adjustment for daylight saving changes.

Manually Set the Extender Clock

Set the extender's internal clock manually or synchronize it with a computer.

Back Up and Manage the Extender Configuration

Create backup files of extender settings and restore them if needed.

Return the Extender to Its Factory Default Settings

Reset the extender to its original factory configurations using a button or software.

Update the Firmware

Check for and install the latest firmware to improve functionality and security.

Restart the Extender Remotely

Reboot the extender remotely through its web interface for maintenance.

FAQs and Troubleshooting

FAQs

Answers to common questions and troubleshooting tips for extender issues.

Extend a Network with MAC Filtering or Access Control Lists

How to handle MAC filtering on routers when using the extender.

Cannot Connect to the Extender

Troubleshooting steps for issues preventing connection to the extender.

Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error Message

Solutions for problems encountered when connecting the extender to a WiFi network.

Factory Settings and Technical Specifications

Factory Default Settings

List of the extender's default configurations upon factory reset.

Technical and Environmental Specifications

Details on the extender's physical, environmental, and technical compatibility specs.

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