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Cordless phones
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Wireless alarm systems
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Microwave ovens
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Other wireless networks (even those in other buildings up to a block away)
Where a wireless extender has been installed, customers should be aware that using the 5GHz
network will generally enable higher speeds than the 2.4GHz connection, especially for those on
higher speed plans
Devices may not automatically switch between the Gateway and the Wireless Extender if the
customer moves after connecting to the device. If they move to a new location within the house they
may need to disconnect, And re-connect to the network to get the best signal.
3.3 Configuring the Actiontec Wireless Network Extender
This document will outline the initial set up for the Actiontec WCB3000N Wireless Network Extender; this
includes connecting to the gateway, logging into the extender and configuring the extender.
3.3.1 Connecting the WCB3000N
There are two primary ways to connect the Wireless Network Extender. The methods below are listed in
preferred order:
Zero-touch auto-configuration with an Actiontec V1000H/V2000H/T1200/T2200 gateway (only
available with Phase 2 firmware v31.121L.12 on the V1000H gateway or v31.122L.11 on the
V2000H). Phase 2 firmware is now available in SyNOPsis so you can manually push the latest
version of the software to the gateway using the “Update Firmware” button in the Modem
Details section prior to connecting the extender
WPS configuration with Actiontec Gateways
Process – Zero-touch auto-configuration with an Actiontec V1000H/V2000H/T1200/T2200 gateway
1.
Before plugging the power into the Extender, use an Ethernet/Cat5 cable to connect one of the
LAN ports on the back of the Extender to a LAN port on the back of the Actiontec gateway.
2.
Plug one end of the power supply in the power port of the Extender, and the other into an
available electrical outlet.
3.
Wait approximately 90 seconds, during which time the Extender performs an “automatic
configuration” and acquires the same wireless SSID and password settings as the Actiontec
gateway.
4.
If applicable, scan for networks with the wireless device, or log in to the GUI of the Extender to
confirm that the settings have been configured correctly.
Note - When the “Auto-Configure” checkbox is active on the Extender, any changes made to the Actiontec
gateway will automatically propagate to the Extender. If “Auto Configure” is left unchecked, the Extender can
be manually configured with any desired SSID or password
Process – WPS configuration with Actiontec gateways
The WCB3000N Wireless Network Extender is designed to automatically configure itself with the user’s
existing wireless settings, however if this is not successful you can force the automatic configuration using
WPS.
1.
With the gateway plugged in and operational, place the Extender in close proximity to the gateway
and power it up by plugging in its power cord.
2.
Connect the Extender and gateway via an Ethernet cable.
