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Page 1 - Extender WN3100RP

350 East Plumeria DriveSan Jose, CA 95134USAAugust 2013202-11242-01Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPUser Manual

Page 2 - Trademarks

Getting Started10Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP - Blinking blue. Move the extender closer to the client.- Off. The extender is cl

Page 3 - Table of Contents

Getting Started11 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPRear and Left Side ViewThe rear and left side of the extender have the product la

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Getting Started12Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP • Product label. The product label provides access information, WPS PIN, serial n

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Wireless routerAccess the InternetRange extenderin a home officein the family roomwith a Blu-ray playerGetting Started13 Universal Pass Through WiFi R

Page 6 - Get to Know the Extender

Getting Started14Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP • Make sure that your Ethernet cable is securely connected to the extender and to

Page 7 - Find the Best Location

Getting Started15 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPConnect the Extender to Your WiFi NetworkDo not cable the extender to the router

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Getting Started16Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP If the network is secure, the WPS LED lights green.New Extender WiFi Network Nam

Page 9 - Hardware Features

Getting Started17 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPMonitor Extender Performance The Router Link LED indicates performance between th

Page 10 - Getting Started

Getting Started18Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP • The Status screen displays with the menu on the left. This screen shows what th

Page 11 - Rear and Left Side View

Getting Started19 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPA screen similar to the following displays:This is the same Smart Wizard that dis

Page 12 - Extender Port Connection

2Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP SupportThank you for selecting NETGEAR products. After installing your device, locate the serial

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Getting Started20Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP The extender connects to your existing wireless network. A screen similar to the

Page 14 - Install the Extender

Getting Started21 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP To connect the extender with WiFi:1. Plug the extender into an electrical outle

Page 15 -  To connect using WPS:

Getting Started22Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Restore Factory SettingsYou can use the extender Factory Reset button to restore

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2322. Extender Network SettingsTo change settings, connect the extender to your computer and use your Internet browser to go to http://mywifiext.net

Page 17 - Log In to the Extender

Extender Network Settings24Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Connect the Extender to an Existing NetworkYou can connect the extender

Page 18 - Menu Status screen

Extender Network Settings25 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPUse WPS to Add a Computer to the Extender’s Wireless NetworkUse WPS (Wi

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Extender Network Settings26Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP The following screen displays:2. Click the Next button.3. Select a radi

Page 20 - When You Travel

Extender Network Settings27 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP• PIN Number. Select the PIN number radio button and enter the client P

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Extender Network Settings28Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP A screen similar to the following displays:2. In the Name (SSID) field,

Page 22 - Restore Factory Settings

Extender Network Settings29 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPSet Up WEP1. Select Setup > Wireless Settings.2. In the Security Opt

Page 23 - Extender Network Settings

3Table of ContentsChapter 1 Getting StartedGet to Know the Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6How

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Extender Network Settings30Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Set Up WPA, WPA2, or WPA + WPA2Both WPA and WPA2 provide strong data se

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Extender Network Settings31 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP• Use Static IP Address. Specify a static IP address. This is not usual

Page 26 - 3. Select a radio button

Extender Network Settings32Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP - Link Rate. The actual transmission (Tx) and receive (Rx) link rat

Page 27 - Extender Wireless Settings

Table 1. Show statistics fields Field DescriptionLAN or WLAN (Port) The statistics for the LAN (local) and wireless LAN (WLAN) ports.Status The link

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Extender Network Settings34Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Back Up and Manage Extender SettingsThe Backup and Restore options in t

Page 29 - Set Up WEP

Extender Network Settings35 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPUnder some circumstances (for example, if you have lost track of the ch

Page 30 - Extender IP Address Setup

Extender Network Settings36Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP A new Set Password screen displays.4. Select the two questions and ente

Page 31 - Status Screen

Extender Network Settings37 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPCAUTION:Once you start the firmware upgrade, do not try to go online, t

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Extender Network Settings38Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP If you use an access list, then computers that are not on the list are

Page 33 - Attached Devices

3933. TroubleshootingThis chapter covers the following topics: • Smart Wizard FAQs• Connecting to http://mywifiext.net• Joining Wireless Networks

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4Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPJoining Wireless Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 35 - Set the Password

Troubleshooting40Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Smart Wizard FAQs1. When I connect to the network, Smart Wizard keeps asking me f

Page 36 - Update the Firmware

Troubleshooting41 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP• Amber indicates a workable performance.• Red indicates a poor connection or no

Page 37 - Advanced Wireless Settings

42AA. Supplemental InformationThis appendix covers the following topics: • Factory Settings• Technical Specifications• Safety Information

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Supplemental Information43Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPFactory SettingsYou can press and hold the Factory Settings button on the

Page 39 - Troubleshooting

Supplemental Information44Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPSafety InformationFollow these safety guidelines to ensure your own perso

Page 40 - Smart Wizard FAQs

Supplemental Information45Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP• The peripheral power cables are equipped with three-prong plugs to help

Page 41 - Joining Wireless Networks

46BB. Notification of ComplianceNETGEAR wireless powerline productsSafety Instructions and Precautions WARNING:Use the following safety guidelines t

Page 42 - Supplemental Information

Notification of Compliance47Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPThe voltage and current rating of the cable should be greater than the

Page 43 - Technical Specifications

511. Getting StartedThis chapter covers the following topics: • Get to Know the Extender• Hardware Features• Install the Extender• Log In to the Ext

Page 44 - Safety Information

Getting Started6Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP Get to Know the ExtenderThe Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender lets you ex

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Getting Started7 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPThe extender must do each of these jobs so that both ends of the bridge are in pla

Page 46 - Notification of Compliance

Getting Started8Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RP move the extender to a different location half-way between the computer and the ro

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Getting Started9 Universal Pass Through WiFi Range Extender WN3100RPHardware FeaturesThe extender has features to connect it to your network and show

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