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The Sitecom WL-330 is a 300N Range Extender designed to expand the coverage of your existing wireless network. It functions as a universal repeater, capturing the wireless signal from your router or access point and retransmitting it to cover areas with weak or no signal. This device is primarily intended to improve wireless connectivity within a home or office environment, ensuring a stable internet connection across a wider area.
The core function of the WL-330 is to act as a wireless repeater. In this mode, it wirelessly connects to your existing router or modem router and then broadcasts its own wireless signal, effectively extending the reach of the primary network. The device can also be configured as an access point. In this alternative mode, the WL-330 connects to your router or modem router via a network cable, and then broadcasts a wireless signal to receiving devices. This is useful for creating a new wireless network segment or for providing wireless access in an area where a wired connection is available.
The WL-330's settings menu, accessible via a web browser, allows for comprehensive customization of its operation. Upon logging in, users are presented with a "Home" screen that provides an overview of the current settings, including the network it's connected to and the channel it's transmitting on. This screen is for informational purposes only and does not allow for direct changes.
The "Basic Settings" tab is where users manage the fundamental connection parameters between the range extender and the primary network. Here, you can define the ESSID (network name) and Channel for the wireless connection. The "MAIN ESSID" field displays the current network name of your range extender, which can be customized to your preference. This name is what appears in the network center on connected PCs or laptops. The "SSID Root AP" field shows the network to which the range extender is connected; it is generally advised against changing this. The "Channel number" field allows you to set the range extender to operate on a different channel, though it must always match the channel used by the primary router or modem router for a successful connection. The "Mode" setting on this tab allows switching between Universal Repeater and Access Point functionality.
The "View active clients" button initiates a scan to identify devices with a wireless receiver currently connected to the range extender, providing a list of these clients. Similarly, the "Network scan" button generates a list of all wireless networks in the vicinity, enabling users to establish a connection to a network directly from that list.
The "Advanced Settings" tab offers more detailed configuration options. The most critical setting here is "Security," which allows users to manage the security standard of the wireless signal broadcast by the range extender. It is crucial that this security standard matches that of the primary router or access point. Sitecom recommends using the WPA Pre-Shared Key standard, with WPA2(AES) as the preferred WPA Unicast Cipher Suite. The password used to connect to the primary network is displayed under "Pre-Shared Key" and should not be altered, as this would disrupt the connection. Other advanced settings, such as "Complete" and "Radius server," are available but are not detailed in the provided documentation, implying they are for more specialized configurations.
The "Tools" tab provides several utility functions, organized into four sub-tabs: "System," "Back-up," "Upgrade," and "Reset."
The WL-330 is designed for straightforward setup and operation, though it offers extensive customization for advanced users.
The WL-330 incorporates several features to facilitate maintenance and ensure long-term usability.
In summary, the Sitecom WL-330 is a versatile range extender designed to enhance wireless network coverage. Its user-friendly interface, coupled with robust configuration and maintenance features, makes it a practical solution for improving wireless connectivity in various environments.
General| Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz |
|---|---|
| Type | Range Extender |
| Wireless Standard | 802.11n |
| Ports | 1 x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet |
| Wireless Standards | IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n |
| Security | WEP, WPA, WPA2 |
| Antenna | Internal |
