Encore ENXWI-1AN4 SERIES User Manual Download

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Page 2: ...3 1 8 Configure the Host Computer 3 2 8 Accessing the Web based Configuration Utility 3 2 1 9 Login 3 2 2 10 Encore Setup Wizard 3 3 13 Basic Settings 3 3 1 14 AP Mode 3 3 2 16 Repeater Mode 3 3 3 18...

Page 3: ...er performs tasks that routers do such as network sharing and broadcasting its SSID Repeater Mode In Repeater mode the extender works like a bridge between a wireless router and a wireless client outs...

Page 4: ...thernet Cable x 1 Setup CD User Manual in the CD x 1 Quick Installation Guide x 1 1 2 System Requirements Active wired or wireless network 10 100 Ethernet cables with RJ 45 connector Ethernet or wirel...

Page 5: ...D 1 Blinking The Extender is sending or receiving data over the wired network Slow Blinking Wireless network is ready 4 WLAN LED Blinking The Extender is sending or receiving data over the wireless ne...

Page 6: ...seconds to restore the Extender to its default settings Note Use a pointed object such as a pen or a paper clip to press the button Using the reset function overrides all user defined settings If you...

Page 7: ...to a power outlet 4 Connect a host computer to access the web based configuration utility Note For initial configuration it is recommended to connect the host computer to the LAN port with an Ethernet...

Page 8: ...one end of an Ethernet cable to the LAN port of your device and the other end to one of the LAN ports of the Extender 2 3 Checking the Connections To ensure the Extender and all other connected devic...

Page 9: ...e host computer must be configured properly to access the Web based Configuration Utility Configurations are as follows IP Address 192 168 10 xxx where xxx is a number between 100 199 Subnet Mask 255...

Page 10: ...he following URL on the address bar http 192 168 10 1 Sample Screenshot from Internet Explorer 3 The login screen prompts you for a User Name and Password Enter the default access information as follo...

Page 11: ...re Setup Wizard helps you to configure the Extender quickly Follow the step by step instructions to run the wizard 1 To access the Setup Wizard click Wizard at the bottom of the menu 2 The Setup Wizar...

Page 12: ...abled In most cases the wired router assigns an IP address to the Extender when it connects to the network so it is recommended to leave the DHCP Server Disabled Otherwise select DHCP Server Enabled t...

Page 13: ...p Wizard is now completed The new settings will take effect after the Extender reboots Click Restart to reboot the Extender If you do not want to make any changes click Exit 7 When this window appears...

Page 14: ...ion mode Operation Mode Select an operation mode AP Access Point The Extender works as an access point for clients in the wireless network See AP Mode on page 14 Repeater The Extender repeats the sign...

Page 15: ...ions The channel of any wireless client must match the channel selected here to access the network via the Extender Security When enabled users are prompted to enter a security key to be allowed acces...

Page 16: ...o encryption Note TKIP is available for B or G WLAN band only The WLAN Band setting is under Wireless Advanced menu Passphrase and Confirmed Passphrase Enter a passphrase with at least 8 characters C...

Page 17: ...of the access point 1 Click the Search button to search for an access point A window appears with a list of available access points 2 Click Connect of the corresponding access point The current acces...

Page 18: ...ess point The screen varies depending on the access point authentication type If the access point security setting is WEP enter the WEP Key If the access point security is WPA WPA2 enter the passphras...

Page 19: ...ally connects to the other access point within the WDS Its wireless network signal continues without interruption Channel Select a transmision channel for wireless communications The channel of any wi...

Page 20: ...nter a 26 character security key WEP Key Enter desired security key B WPA2 WPA2 provides a more secured encryption Passphrase and Confirmed Passphrase Enter a passphrase with at least 8 characters To...

Page 21: ...ireless clients can view and connect to the WDS via the Extender SSID Enter a network name that wireless clients can view and connect to SSID Broadcast Select Enable to allow wireless clients to view...

Page 22: ...Auto if you are unsure which authentication is suitable for your wireless device WEP Key Format Select a security key format HEX To enter a security key using the characters 0 9 A F a f ASCII To ente...

Page 23: ...ver WDS Security Select Enable to prompt users to enter a security key before allowing access to the wireless network WDS Auth Type Select the type of security to use WEP or WPA2 D WEP With WEP Wired...

Page 24: ...access points A window appears with a list of available access points 2 Click Connect of the corresponding access point The MAC address is shown on MAC 3 Click the Add button to add the access point...

Page 25: ...User Manual in the CD ROM that came with the Extender For software updates product registration or to download the latest documentation check our website http www encore usa com For technical related...