Amped Wireless RE1750A User Manual

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SETUP GUIDE

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Phone: [phone] or 909-217-3168
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support

HIGH POWER AC1750 WI-FI RANGE EXTENDER

1

Find an Optimal Setup Location Between your Wireless Router and
your Wireless Dead Zone

RECOMMENDED

SIGNAL STRENGTH

>70%

2.4GHz and 5GHz

(if available)

RE1750A

Wi-Fi Range Extender

IMPORTANT:

2

Attach the Antennas to the Range Extender

Internet

Home/Office Network

RECOMMENDED

SIGNAL STRENGTH

>70%

2.4GHz and 5GHz

(if available)

Wi-Fi Router

Dead Zone

PLACE THE RANGE EXTENDER IN A LOCATION WHERE IT CAN
RECEIVE A STRONG SIGNAL FROM YOUR WIRELESS ROUTER

This can be done before or after setup is complete. The Range Extender will save your settings.

If you are connecting to a dual band router, both 2.4GHz and 5GHz connections should be greater than 70%.

Attach the three included Antennas to the connectors
on the back of the Range Extender.

3

Connect your Computer or Tablet to the Range Extender

Attach the Power Adapter to the Range Extender’s port and an available power outlet.

a

Connect to the Range Extender's Wi-Fi network: Amped_RE1750A_2.4 or Amped_RE1750A_5.0

Connect to the Range Extender's Wi-Fi network: Amped_RE1750A_2.4 Amped_RE1750A_5.0

b

(See back for operating system specific instructions.)

(See back for operating system specific instructions.)

Attention Windows Users:

A prompt may appear asking: "Do you want to set up your network?"
If so, select "Connect to the network without setting it up" or
"No, just connect".

a

PWR

b

Amped_RE1750A_2.4

Amped_RE1750A_5.0

- or -

4

Open your Web Browser

Enter the setup web address into your browser:

http://setup.ampedwireless.com

If the URL fails to open, then try: http://192.168.1.240

Recommended browsers: Google Chrome, Safari or Internet Explorer (8.0 and up). Do not use Firefox.

ACCESSING THE WEB MENU DOES NOT REQUIRE INTERNET ACCESS. THE MENU IS SERVED FROM THE RANGE EXTENDER.

NOTE: IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS ACCESSING THE WEB MENU

IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS ACCESSING THE WEB MENU...

a) Disconnect your PC from all Wi-Fi networks.

a

b

b) Attach an Ethernet cable between the PC and the Range Extender.

c

c) Open your web browser and go to http://setup.ampedwireless.com again.

5

6

Welcome to the Dashboard

The Dashboard will provide you with the current
status of the Range Extender.

Click Scan to find available networks to extend.

Scan for a Home Network to Extend

7

Highlight and select the wireless network(s)
that you wish to repeat. If you have a dual band
router, select BOTH the 2.4GHz and 5GHz
network names.

>70%

Poor signal connections may cause slow speeds or
dropped connections.

Click Next to continue.

If you do not see your desired wireless networks,
move the Range Extender closer to the router and
scan again as it may be out of range.

Home Network Security Settings (if necessary)

Recommended Signal

Select the wireless network with a signal
strength greater than 70% for the most
reliable connection.

8

If your wireless home network(s) has security
enabled, you will need to enter the security key here.
If you selected both a 2.4GHz and a 5GHz network
to repeat, you will need to enter both security keys
here.

If your wireless home network(s) does not have
security enabled, leave the security field blank.

Click Next to continue.

Configure Settings for your Extended Networks

The IDs of your Extended Networks are:

Amped_RE1750A_2.4 & Amped_RE1750A_5.0

If you choose to "Clone" the settings from your
Home Network, the wizard will copy the SSID
and security key of your Home Network.

9

The SSID of the Extended Network will have a
"_RE" at the end of its name. For example:
Home_Network_RE

Amped_RE1750A_2.4Amped_RE1750A_5.0

You can also manually enter a new network ID and
security key. The new security key must be at least 8
characters long.

Click Next to apply the settings.

DO NOT LEAVE OR REFRESH THIS PAGE
Allow the countdown to complete and the
wizard will automatically redirect you to the
next step.

Connect to the New Extended Network

During the countdown process, the Range Extender
will reboot and disconnect the Wi-Fi connection. At
this point, you will need to reconnect your PC or
tablet to the new Extended Network. You may
connect to either the 2.4GHz and 5GHz Extended
Network. Follow the instructions on the screen to
connect.

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Once you have connected, click the check box to
confirm. The Next button will appear allowing you to
complete the setup process.

If there are problems with your configuration, the
setup wizard will inform you to rescan for a network
to extend.

If there are no problems, you will see the Setup
Summary page below.

Setup Summary

Congratulations, the Range Extender is now
successfully configured. Your settings are now
saved.

You may also attach any wired network devices
to the wired port on the bottom of the Range
Extender.

If you experience any problems during this process,
please contact Amped Wireless Elite Support:

Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support

If you haven’t already positioned your Range Extender in an optimal location, you may do so now.

All Range Extender settings are saved and can be safely powered off for relocation.

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How to Connect to the Range Extender

Connecting to the 5GHz network requires that you have a 5GHz capable network adapter.

Windows 7 & Vista

Click on the Wireless icon to see available wireless
networks (For Vista, click Start > Connect To). Select

Amped_RE1750A_2.4 or Amped_RE1750A_5.0 network

and click Connect. When prompted for a password,
enter "wireless".

Wireless Network

Wireless Network

Amped_RE1750A_5.0

Mac OS X

Click on the Wireless icon to see available wireless
networks. Select Amped_RE1750A_2.4 or

Amped_RE1750A_5.0 network. When prompted for

a password, enter "wireless".

Windows 8

Swipe in from the right edge to access the charms
bar, tap on Settings, select the Wi-Fi icon, and select

Amped_RE1750A_2.4 or Amped_RE1750A_5.0.

When prompted for a password, enter "wireless".

Amped_RE...

iPhone

Tap on your Settings icon, select Wi-Fi, and choose
the network, Amped_RE1750A_2.4 or

Amped_RE1750A_5.0. When prompted for a

password, enter "wireless".

Amped_RE1750A_5.0

iPad Tablet

Tap the "Home" button to get to the homepage.

A.

Tap the "Settings" app icon.

B.

Tap on Wi-Fi to enter the iPad’s Wi-Fi settings.

C.

Toggle the Wi-Fi "On/Off" selector switch to "On".

D.

Under "Choose a Network", select:

E .

Amped_RE1750A_2.4 or Amped_RE1750A_5.0

When prompted, enter the wireless security key:

F .

"wireless"

Android Tablet

Tap the "Apps" menu on the tablet screen.

A.

Locate and tap the "Settings" app icon.

B.

Under "Wireless & networks", tap "Wi-Fi settings".

C.

Tap the Wi-Fi box to turn on Wi-Fi and scan.

D.

Under "Wi-Fi networks", select:

E.

Amped_RE1750A_2.4 or Amped_RE1750A_5.0

When prompted, enter the password key: "wireless"

F .

Amped_RE1750A...

Amped_RE1750A_5.0

Amped_RE1750A_5.0

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (One-Touch Setup or Push Button Configuration)

If your wireless adapter has WPS one-touch setup, you can use it when connecting to the Range Extender. Hold down
the WPS button on the Range Extender (back panel) for 3 seconds. The Power/WPS LED will begin to blink. As it blinks,
push the WPS button on your wireless adapter or enable WPS with the provided software for your wireless adapter.

Using the Features on the Range Extender

The Range Extender is equipped with many powerful features like BoostBand™ Technology and advanced
security features, all of which can be accessed through the web menu:

Technology

Increase the overall speed and performance of your extended
network by streamlining dual band network traffic through a single
Wi-Fi frequency band between the Router and the Range Extender.

Location: More Settings > BoostBand Technology

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Control when your Wi-Fi is on/off.

Location: More Settings > 2.4 or 5GHz Wi-Fi Settings > Access Schedule

User Access Control

Wireless Access Scheduling

Restrict network access to specific users.

Location: More Settings > 2.4 or 5GHz Wi-Fi Settings > User Access

Wireless Coverage Control

Adjust the distance of your wireless network

Web Menu (left side)

If you are unfamiliar or want more information on how to enable BoostBand

Location: More Settings > 2.4 or 5GHz Wi-Fi Settings > Wireless Coverage

™

Technology or the security

features on the Range Extender, please refer to the User’s Guide on the included CD.

Setting the Range Extender’s System Clock

In order for your Access Schedules and logs to perform
using the correct time stamps and schedules you will
need to set your System Clock. To do so, go under

Management and access the System Clock tab to sync

the System Clock with your computer’s time or to sync
with the Internet.

a

b

c

Additional Range Extender Features

Reset the Range Extender to Default Settings

There are two options to reset the Range Extender back to
factory default settings:

Access the Reset button through the web menu on the left side under More

1

Settings > Management > Save/Reload Settings. Select the Reset Settings
to Default.

Access the physical Reset button on the back panel of the Range Extender:

2

Hold down the Reset button for five to ten (5-10) seconds. You may need to
use a pen tip or pin to access the button. Pressing the Reset button for less
than five (5) seconds will simply reboot the Range Extender while saving your
existing settings.

Share USB Storage Devices

Connect a USB storage device to the USB port on the back panel.

1

Log onto the web menu at http://setup.ampedwireless.com

2

and click the USB Storage tab.

3

Follow the instructions for configuring the settings to share
your USB storage device among locally connected users.

Power & LED Lights On/Off

Reset Button

USB Storage Port

LED Lights On/Off

Power On/Off

a

b

c

• Power On/Off: Push button to quickly turn the Range Extender on or off.

• LED Lights On/Off: Push button to turn the LED indicators on the front of

the Range Extender on or off.

Setting a Login & Password for the Web Menu

This login/password is NOT the wireless network key used to connect to your wireless network.

For added security you may want to set a login and password to access
the web menu. To do this, go to More Settings > Management > Pass-

word on the left side of the web menu.

If you forget your login and password, you will need to reset the Range Extender back to default settings to access
the web menu. To reset the Range Extender to default settings, hold the reset button on the top of the Range
Extender for 5-10 seconds.

Tips: Power Outages, Rebooting Routers & Channel Changes

Wireless routers operate on specific wireless channels to avoid interference with neighboring networks.
Some wireless routers are set to automatically scan for the best wireless channel. A power outage, or a
simple reboot, may cause your home wireless router to change its wireless channel and cause the Range
Extender to disconnect from your home network. After a minute or two the Range Extender will
automatically reconnect to your Home Network with the new settings. However, if for whatever
reason it does not, simply log onto the Range Extender’s web menu by opening your web browser and
accessing, http://setup.ampedwireless.com. If the page does not load, try resetting the Range Extender
by holding down the Reset button on the back panel for five to ten seconds. After the Range Extender
has rebooted, open your web browser and try again.

When the web menu appears, run through the Wizard again to reconfigure the connection to your Home
Network. To prevent the channel changing issue from occurring in the future, you may log onto your
router’s web menu and set the wireless channel from Automatic to a static channel number. You will need
to reconfigure the Range Extender with the new channel. If you are not sure how to access your router’s
web menu, contact the support department for the brand of your wireless router.

Autoloading Web Menu

When the Range Extender loses its connection with your Home Network, the web menu will automatically
load on your web browser. All web address entries will be redirected to the Dashboard of the Range
Extender. This redirect feature is meant to notify and help you to easily reconfigure your Range Extender in
the event of a disconnection. You may disable this feature through the web menu (left side): More Settings

> Network Settings > IP Settings. The feature is titled: Auto-DNS.

Wired Port Routing

The Range Extender automatically designates the Internet route for all devices connected through its
wired ports. For example, if you are connected to a dual band network, computers connected to the back
of the Range Extender may access the Internet through your 2.4GHz Home Network or your 5GHz Home
Network. The Range Extender will automatically select an active route, however if you feel you need to
change these settings you may do so via the web menu (left side): More Settings > Network Settings > IP

Settings. The feature is titled: Auto-DNS.

Troubleshooting Tips

PROBLEM:

SOLUTIONS:

I entered setup.ampedwireless.com and it failed to open the web menu.

a. Make sure your computer is connected to the Range Extender’s Wi-Fi network: Amped_RE1750A_2.4 or
Amped_RE1750A_5.0
b. Try to use a different web browser. We recommend the Google Chrome web browser.
c. Try to open your web browser to the default IP address by putting this number into your web browser instead:

192.168.1.240
d. Power off (unplug) the Range Extender and power it back on. Try again.
e. Reset your Range Extender to default settings by holding the Reset button (located on the back panel) for
ten (10) seconds and try again.
f. If steps (a) through (e) fail, disconnect your PC from all Wi-Fi networks. Attach an Ethernet cable between
the Range Extender and your PC. Try to access http://setup.ampedwireless.com again.

PROBLEM:

SOLUTIONS:

PROBLEM:

SOLUTIONS:

My Range Extender was working fine previously, but now I can no longer access the Internet through the Range Extender.

a. The connection to your Home Network may have been dropped or the router settings may have changed.
Changes to the router could be a result of several events, such as a power outage. When this occurs, connect
to the Range Extender and access the setup menu using the web address: http://setup.ampedwireless.com
Run the Wizard to reconnect the Range Extender to your network.
b. Using the setup menu (setup.ampedwireless.com) check to see that the signal strength between the Range
Extender and your Home Network is above 70%. The Range Extender may be too far from your router and not
maintaining a signal strength of above 70%. Check the signal strength between the router and the Range
Extender through the web menu (left side): More Settings > Management > Device Status. The Signal Strength
readout will be under the Home Wireless Network Settings section. This Signal Strength must be above 70%.
If it is below, move the Range Extender closer to your router, or reposition the Range Extender.

I cannot find my Home Network when scanning for wireless networks in the web menu Scan page.

a. The Range Extender may be out of range. Move the Range Extender closer towards the wireless router and
try the Setup Wizard again from the web menu.
b. Make sure that your Home Network’s wireless SSID is broadcasting and not hidden. Hidden SSIDs will require
that you manually enter the SSID into the Wireless Settings > Home Network menu.

If you continue to have issues setting up the Range Extender, give us a call — we’re here to help: 888-573-8820 or 909-217-3168

Visit our website for more support information and answers to frequently asked questions: www.ampedwireless.com/support

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