Download Netgear WPN824EXT Setup Guide

Contents
Getting to Know Your WiFi Range Extender ....................................................................... 1
Unpacking Your New WiFi Range Extender ...................................................................... 1
Extender Front Panel ......................................................................................................... 3
Extender Back Panel ......................................................................................................... 4
Bottom Label ..................................................................................................................... 5
Installing Your WiFi Range Extender Using the Resource CD........................................... 7
About the Smart Wizard .................................................................................................... 7
Optimizing Performance after Installation .......................................................................... 9
Installing Your WiFi Range Extender Manually ................................................................ 11
Connecting Your WiFi Range Extender .......................................................................... 11
Verifying Your Connection ............................................................................................... 16
Completing Manual Setup ............................................................................................... 16
Accessing Your RangeMax WiFi Range Extender after Installation................................ 17
Logging In ........................................................................................................................ 17
Setting Up Wireless Connectivity and Enabling Wireless Security .................................. 18
Updating Your Firmware .................................................................................................. 20
Setting Up Your Wireless Computers .............................................................................. 22
Help with Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 25
Basic Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................... 25
Troubleshooting Connectivity Using the Ping Utility ........................................................ 31
Default Configuration .......................................................................................................... 33
Default Configuration Settings ......................................................................................... 33
Restoring the Default User Name and Password ............................................................ 36
Related Documents.............................................................................................................. 37
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