Netgear WN2000RPTv2 User's Guide

350 East Plumeria DriveSan Jose, CA 95134USAMarch 2012202-10579-02v1.0Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTUser Manual

Getting Started10Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Use the Setup WizardThe Setup Wizard can help you set up your extender to connect to a wirele

Getting Started11 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT4. Make sure that the correct network name is shown, and then click Continue. The following

Getting Started12Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT The following screen displays:8. Click Finish. You are asked if you want to bookmark the pag

1322. Extender Network SettingsThis chapter covers the following topics: • Connect the Extender to an Existing Network on page 14• Use WPS

Extender Network Settings14Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Connect the Extender to an Existing NetworkYou can wirelessly connect the extender

Extender Network Settings15 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTUse WPS to Add a Computer to the Extender’s Wireless NetworkWPS (Wi-Fi Protected Se

Extender Network Settings16Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Extender Wireless SettingsYou can use the Wireless Settings screen to change the ne

Extender Network Settings17 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT• WPA-PSK [TKIP] + WPA2-PASK [AES]. When using wireless computers or devices th

Extender Network Settings18Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT 4. Enter the encryption keys. You can manually or automatically program the four d

Extender Network Settings19 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT• Use Static IP Address. Specify a static IP address. This is not usually neces

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Extender Network Settings20Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT GUI Language Version The language version running on the extender. If you upgrade t

Extender Network Settings21 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTShow StatisticsOn the Status screen, click Show Statistics to display the following

Extender Network Settings22Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Network DevicesSelect Maintenance > Network Devices to display the following scr

Extender Network Settings23 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT3. Click Restore.A screen displays letting you know that the device has been succe

Extender Network Settings24Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Upgrade the FirmwareUnless you changed the settings in the Firmware Upgrade screen

Extender Network Settings25 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTAdvanced Wireless SettingsThe extender is already configured with the optimum setti

2633. TroubleshootingSmart Wizard FAQs1. When I connect to the network, Smart Wizard keeps asking me for my passphrase, and I am sure I’ve entered

Troubleshooting27 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT- A workable performance is delivered when the Link Rate LED is amber and the PC to Extende

28AA. Factory Settings and Technical SpecificationsFactory SettingsYou can press and hold the Restore Factory Settings button on the rear panel fo

Factory Settings and Technical Specifications29Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTTechnical SpecificationsTable 5. Technical Specifications Netwo

3Table of ContentsChapter 1 Getting StartedFront Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30BB. Compliance NotificationRegulatory Compliance InformationThis section includes user requirements for operating this product in accordance with

Compliance Notification31Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTFCC Caution• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi

Compliance Notification32Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTEnglish Hereby, NETGEAR Inc., declares that this Radiolan is in compliance with the es

Compliance Notification33Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTInterference Reduction TableThe table below shows the recommended minimum distance bet

411. Getting StartedThis chapter covers the following topics: • Front Panel • Rear Panel • How the Extender Works • Connect a PC to

Getting Started5 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTFront PanelTable 1. Front View LEDs and Button DescriptionLink Rate The wireless connection b

Getting Started6Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT How the Extender WorksThe extender works like a bridge between a wireless router and a compute

Getting Started7 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTThe extender LEDs can help you tell if the extender is correctly set up and working as it shou

Getting Started8Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPT Connect a PC to the Extender with an Ethernet CableUsually, you connect to the extender wirele

Getting Started9 Universal WiFi Range Extender WN2000RPTLog In to the ExtenderYou can log in to the extender to to view or change the extender’s setti