Linksys RE7000, User Manual

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How to Install the Range Extender
There are two ways to use your Linksys extender: as a wireless range extender or as a wired
range extender (access point). Wireless range extenders repeat existing Wi
-Fi signals. Wired
range extender s (access points) create new Wi -Fi hot spots when connected to a router or access
point with an Ethernet cable. Both scenarios require a router with a working Internet connection.
Before starting setup, decide whether you want to use your RE7000 as a wireless range extender
or as a wired range
extender (access point). Instructions for both setups are in this user guide.
Setting up as a wireless range extender
Wi -Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
Does your router have a WPS button?
WPS is a simple way to connect Wi -Fi devices with Push Button Connect. Rou ters that support
WPS have a button that might look like one of these symbols:
If your router has a WPS button, continue with WP S below .
If not, or if you are n ot sur e, continue with browser -based setup on page 9 .
Note —The WPS button will not work if you have disabled WPS on your router , or if you have
chosen WEP as your network security type. In either case, continu e with browser -based setup on
page 9 .
1. Plug the range extender into an electrical outlet close to your router. You can move the
range extender to an ideal location later
in step 5. After the range extender is
plugged in,
the indicator LED on the front will blink green for up to a minute.