350 East Plumeria DriveSan Jose, CA 95134 USAJanuary 2015202-11298-05AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderModel EX6200User Manual
Overview 10AC1200 WiFi Range Extender To tighten an antenna:1. Straighten the antenna.2. Turn the antenna clockwise until tightened.After you have
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 100AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 8. Click the Apply button.Your changes are saved.Approve USB Devices
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 101 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderThe approved and available USB devices display. The previous figure s
10266. Use the Extender as a Media ServerThis chapter contains the following sections:• Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings• Play Media from a U
Use the Extender as a Media Server 103 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderSpecify ReadyDLNA Media Server SettingsBy default, the extender functions as a ReadyD
Use the Extender as a Media Server 104AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Play Media from a USB Drive on TiVoYou can set up your TiVo to access media files sto
Use the Extender as a Media Server 105 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender To play videos:1. On the TiVo, select TiVo Central > My Shows.2. Go to the bot
Use the Extender as a Media Server 106AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 2. Select an item to play or watch.(The following figure shows not the EX6200 but th
10777. Share a USB Printer Through the ExtenderThe ReadySHARE Printer utility lets you share a USB printer that is connected to the USB port on your
Share a USB Printer Through the Extender 108AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Install the Printer Driver and Cable the PrinterSome USB printer manufacturers
Share a USB Printer Through the Extender 109 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender To install the utility on a computer:1. Double-click the ReadySHARE Printer
Overview 11 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender To attach the stand:1. Place the stand on a flat surface.2. Hold the extender in upright position with the l
Share a USB Printer Through the Extender 110AC1200 WiFi Range Extender The NETGEAR USB Control Center displays the main screen.Note: Some firewall sof
Share a USB Printer Through the Extender 111 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender4. To release the printer connection so that all computers on the network can
Share a USB Printer Through the Extender 112AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB PrinterIf the USB printer that is c
Share a USB Printer Through the Extender 113 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderChange NETGEAR USB Control Center SettingsYou can stop the NETGEAR USB Control
11488. FAQs and TroubleshootingThis chapter covers the following topics: • FAQs• You Cannot Connect to the Extender• You Cannot Join a WiFi Network
FAQs and Troubleshooting 115 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderFAQsThis section provides answers for difficulties you might experience with the extender.1. Q
FAQs and Troubleshooting 116AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 2. Power on the extender and connect all of your WiFi devices to the extender.3. Make sure th
FAQs and Troubleshooting 117 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenderb. Toggle the second to last digit of the binary code to one or zero.If the second to last dig
FAQs and Troubleshooting 118AC1200 WiFi Range Extender d. Replace the first two hexadecimal values in the old MAC 1 address with the new value you co
FAQs and Troubleshooting 119 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender• If you already set up the extender but can no longer connect to it over WiFi, check if the Li
Overview 12AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Retrieve and Display the Product LabelThe product label that you can retrieve from the bottom panel of the exten
FAQs and Troubleshooting 120AC1200 WiFi Range Extender You Cannot Join a WiFi Network and Receive an Error MessageTo join a WiFi network, you must kno
FAQs and Troubleshooting 121 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderImprove the Connection Between the Extender and the WiFi RouterThe extender LEDs can help you t
122AA. Factory Settings and Technical SpecificationsThis appendix covers the following topics: • Factory Default Settings• Technical and Environment
Factory Settings and Technical Specifications123 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderFactory Default SettingsTo reset the extender to factory default settings,
Factory Settings and Technical Specifications124AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Technical and Environmental SpecificationsThe following table shows the te
Overview 13 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderWhen to Use Your ExtenderNETGEAR recommends that you connect to the extender only when your existing home networ
Overview 14AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Support for the 801.11ac Networking StandardThe extender supports the 802.11ac networking standard. This new sta
1522. Get StartedThis chapter covers the following topics: • How to Position the Extender• Connect the Extender to Your WiFi Router• Connect the Ext
Get Started 16AC1200 WiFi Range Extender How to Position the ExtenderThe ideal location to place the extender is halfway between your WiFi router and
Get Started 17 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderConnect the Extender with WPS to a WiFi NetworkThe easiest way to connect the extender to a WiFi network is b
Get Started 18AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 8. Plug the extender into an electrical outlet at the new location and restart the extender.Unless the exten
Get Started 19 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderNote: If your computer or mobile device cannot join the new WiFi network of the extender, see Improve the Con
2AC1200 WiFi Range Extender SupportThank you for selecting NETGEAR products. After installing your device, locate the serial number on the label of y
Get Started 20AC1200 WiFi Range Extender You can use any WiFi network utility on a computer, tablet, or smartphone to find and connect to the NETGEAR_
Get Started 21 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender7. Select a 2.4 GHz WiFi network to extend, and click the Continue button.8. Enter the security settings fo
Get Started 22AC1200 WiFi Range Extender If Smart Setup detects any networks in the 5 GHz band, it displays them.9. Select a 5 GHz WiFi network to ex
Get Started 23 AC1200 WiFi Range Extenderb. Select the radio button that corresponds to the key that you want to use (Key 1, Key 2, Key 3, or Key 4).
Get Started 24AC1200 WiFi Range Extender When the extender is ready, Smart Setup summarizes the extender networks.13. Use a WiFi network manager on th
Get Started 25 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderSmart Setup describes the color of the Link Rate LED on the front of the extender. Because you placed the ext
Get Started 26AC1200 WiFi Range Extender The Link Rate LEDs help you choose a spot where the extender-to-router connection is optimal. The following t
Get Started 27 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderAccess the Extender over Ethernet and Use Smart SetupIf your WiFi router does not support WPS, you can use an
Get Started 28AC1200 WiFi Range Extender You can use any of the five Ethernet LAN ports of the extender.CAUTION:Do not use an Ethernet cable to connec
Get Started 29 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderSmart Setup searches for existing WiFi networks automatically and displays the networks in the 2.4 GHz band.8
3Table of ContentsChapter 1 OverviewUnpack Your Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Get Started 30AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 9. Enter the security settings for the existing 2.4 GHz network:• If the network uses WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, or
Get Started 31 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender11. Enter the security settings for the existing 5 GHz network:• If the network uses WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, or a
Get Started 32AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 12. Use the default extension names, or, in the Name (2.4GHz SSID) field, and, if you have set up a 5 GHz net
Get Started 33 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderNote: Unless you entered a new network name in Step 12, the extender changes its default NETGEAR_EXT network
Get Started 34AC1200 WiFi Range Extender The location you choose must be within the range of your existing WiFi router network. 23. Plug the extender
3533. Manage the Extender Network and Security SettingsThis chapter covers the following topics: • Log In to the Extender After Initial Setup• Chang
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 36AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Log In to the Extender After Initial SetupYou can log in to the extende
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 37 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 38AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Change the PasswordThe user name to access the extender is admin, and i
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 39 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderYou are prompted to enter a user name and password.3. Type admin for t
4AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Connect Ethernet-Enabled Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Chapter 4 Mai
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 40AC1200 WiFi Range Extender If you have not yet personalized your password, type password for the p
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 41 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender6. Enter the security settings for the existing 2.4 GHz network:• If t
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 42AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 8. Enter the security settings for the existing 5 GHz network:• If the
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 43 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderConnect the Extender to a Hidden WiFi NetworkYou can manually connect t
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 44AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 5. Select the Manually input my wireless SSID radio button, and click
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 45 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderNote: If your router does not support the 5 GHz band (not all routers d
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 46AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 13. Wait about two minutes while the extender connects to the hidden Wi
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 47 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderUse WPS with the Push Button MethodTo use the Push Button method to con
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 48AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Use WPS with the PIN MethodTo use the PIN method to connect a WiFi devi
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 49 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender10. To verify that the WiFi device is connected to the extender’s WiFi
5 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderChapter 8 FAQs and TroubleshootingFAQs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 50AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 2. In the address field of your browser, enter www.mywifiext.net. You
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 51 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderEthernet ports to WiFi use the following bandSpecify if the Gigabit Eth
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 52AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Security Options (2.4GHz)Select the type of WiFi security that you want
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 53 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderCAUTION:If you use a WiFi device to change the extender’s WiFi settings
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 54AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 6. Click the Apply button.The extender applies your settings, which mi
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 55 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender4. Select Settings > Wireless.5. Scroll down to either the Securit
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 56AC1200 WiFi Range Extender To set up WEP:1. On your computer, launch an Internet browser such a
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 57 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderThe size of the key depends on your selection from the Encryption Stren
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 58AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 4. Select extender Settings > IP Address.5. To change the name, ty
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 59 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender4. Select Advanced > Wireless Settings.5. View or change the follo
611. OverviewThis user manual is for the NETGEAR® AC1200 WiFi Range Extender, model EX6200, which is referred to as the extender. This chapter cover
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 60AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Note: If you clear a Keep Existing Wireless Settings check box and use
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 61 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderEach network device has a MAC address, which is a unique 12-character p
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 62AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 5. Click the Setup Access List button.If you have not yet added any Wi
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 63 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderThe WiFi device is added to the Wireless Card Access List.9. To add mo
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 64AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 4. Select Advanced > Wireless Settings.5. Click the Setup Access L
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 65 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender4. Select Advanced > Wireless Settings.5. Click the Setup Access L
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 66AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Remove a Device from the Access ListIf you no longer want to grant a de
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 67 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderSet the Operating Mode to FastLane TechnologyThe normal operating mode
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 68AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 4. Select Advanced > Operating Mode.5. By default, the Internet Su
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 69 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderRun Smart Setup Again After Initial SetupThere might be situations in w
Overview 7 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderUnpack Your ExtenderYour box contains the following items:• AC1200 WiFi Range Extender• Power adapter• Snap-on st
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 70AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 5. Select a 2.4 GHz WiFi network to extend, and click the Continue but
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 71 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderNote: If your router does not support the 5 GHz band (not all routers d
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 72AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Note: If you do not want to use the same security modes for your extend
Manage the Extender Network and Security Settings 73 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender12. Select the My wireless devices are connected to the Extender networ
Gigabit Ethernet LAN portsManage the Extender Network and Security Settings 74AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Figure 10. Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports on the
7544. Maintain and Monitor the ExtenderThis chapter covers the following topics: • Recover the admin Password• Back Up and Manage the Extender Confi
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 76AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Recover the admin PasswordIf you have changed the password to access the extender and h
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 77 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderBack Up the Configuration SettingsYou can back up the configuration file of the extende
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 78AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 4. Select extender Maintenance > Backup Settings.5. Click the Browse button.6. Lo
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 79 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderUse the Restore Factory Settings ButtonCAUTION:This process erases any settings that yo
Overview 8AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Table 1. Front panel LEDsLED Description2.4 GHz Link Rate LEDGreen. The 2.4 GHz WiFi connection between the exte
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 80AC1200 WiFi Range Extender If you have not yet personalized your password, type password for the password.4. Sele
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 81 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender4. Select Maintenance > Firmware Update.5. Click the Check button.6. If new firmw
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 82AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 3. Type admin for the user name and type your password.If you have not yet personalize
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 83 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderConnection Status to Existing Network (2.4GHz)Name (SSID) The name (SSID) of the WiFi n
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 84AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 5. Click the Show Statistics button.Extender Wireless Settings (2.4GHz)Name (SSID) The
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 85 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderThe following table describes the traffic statistics fields that display for each of th
Maintain and Monitor the Extender 86AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 4. Select Maintenance > Attached Devices.For each wired and WiFi device, the IP add
8755. Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the ExtenderThis chapter describes how to access and configure a USB storage drive attached to your exte
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 88AC1200 WiFi Range Extender USB Drive RequirementsThe extender works with most USB-compliant exter
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 89 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender To access the USB drive from a Windows computer: 1. Select Start &g
Overview 9 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderRear Panel Ports, Buttons, Antennas, and ConnectorThe following figure shows the ports, buttons, antennas, and co
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 90AC1200 WiFi Range Extender To back up your Windows computer:1. Connect a USB HDD to a USB port
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 91 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderPrepare to Back Up a Large Amount of DataBefore you back up a large am
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 92AC1200 WiFi Range Extender 7. When prompted to enter your name and password, select the Guest ra
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 93 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender4. Select USB Storage > Advanced Settings.5. Specify access to th
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 94AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Use FTP Within the NetworkFile Transfer Protocol (FTP) lets you send a
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 95 AC1200 WiFi Range ExtenderView Network Folders on a USB DriveYou can view the network folders on
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 96AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Add a Network Folder on a USB DriveYou can add network folders on the
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 97 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender5. Click the Create Network Folder button.Note: If the Create Network
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 98AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Change a Network Folder on a USB DriveYou can change a network folder
Share a USB Drive That Is Attached to the Extender 99 AC1200 WiFi Range Extender6. Click the Edit button.Note: If the Edit Network Folder screen does
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