Amped wireless REC33A User Manual
User’s Guide
REC33A
TM
HIGHPOWER
WI-FI® RANGE EXTENDER
AC1750
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................... 2
GETTING STARTED ...................................................................... 3
Package Contents ............................................................................. 3
LED Indicators, Ports and Buttons ................................................... 4
SETUP GUIDE ................................................................................... 5
Find a Setup Location ....................................................................... 5
Connect your PC or Tablet to the Range Extender ............................ 6
Welcome to the Dashboard .............................................................. 8
Scan for a Wireless Network............................................................. 9
Connecting to a Secure Network .................................................... 10
Extended Network Settings (SSID and Security) .............................. 11
Connect to the new Extended Network .......................................... 13
Setup Summary .............................................................................. 14
5.0GHz WI-FI SETTINGS .............................................................. 18
Home Network Settings (5.0GHz) ................................................... 18
Extended Network Settings (5.0GHz) .............................................. 19
Security (5.0GHz) ............................................................................ 21
Wi-Fi Protected Setup – WPS (5.0GHz) ........................................... 22
User Access (5.0GHz) ...................................................................... 23
Wireless Coverage Controls (5.0GHz) ............................................. 24
Access Schedule (5.0GHz) ............................................................... 25
Advanced Settings (5.0GHz) ........................................................... 26
2.4GHz WI-FI SETTINGS .............................................................. 28
Home Network Settings (2.4GHz) ................................................... 28
Extended Network Settings (2.4GHz) .............................................. 29
Wi-Fi Protected Setup – WPS (2.4GHz) ........................................... 32
User Access (2.4GHz) ...................................................................... 33
Wireless Coverage Controls (2.4GHz) ............................................. 34
Access Schedule (2.4GHz) ............................................................... 35
Advanced Settings (2.4GHz) ........................................................... 36
BOOSTBAND™ TECHNOLOGY ..................................................... 38
NETWORK SETTINGS.................................................................. 39
IP Settings ....................................................................................... 39
Wired Port Routing ......................................................................... 41
MANAGEMENT FEATURES ......................................................... 42
Device Status .................................................................................. 43
Network Statistics........................................................................... 45
System Clock ................................................................................... 46
System Logs .................................................................................... 47
Upgrade Firmware ......................................................................... 48
Save/Reload Settings ...................................................................... 50
Password Settings .......................................................................... 51
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS....................................................... 51
DEFAULT SETTINGS .................................................................... 53
TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORT INFORMATION .................... 54
REGULATORY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION……………………….. 68
LEGAL NOTICES AND DISCLAIMERS………………………………………….. 76
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Amped Wireless product. At Amped Wireless we strive to provide you with the
highest quality products through innovation and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on delivering
products that outperform and go beyond your expectations. If you have any questions please feel free to
contact us. We’d love to hear from you and thank you for your support!
Email: sales@ampedwireless.com
Call: 888-573-8830
Web: www.ampedwireless.com
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GETTING STARTED
Package Contents
Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package:
High Power AC1750 Plug-In Wi-Fi Range Extender
Detachable High Gain Antenna
Setup Guide
CD: User’s Guide, Installation Video, Setup Guide, Wi-Fi Analytics Android App
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LED Indicators, Ports and Buttons
Link LED: Indicates when the Range Extender is powered on. The
LED will flash rapidly when there is active Wi-Fi data traffic.
Signal Strength LED: Indicates when the Range Extender.
Antenna Connector: Dual Band RJ-SMA antenna connector.
Compatible with all dual band antennas that have RP-SMA connectors.
Reset: Push down once to reboot the Range Extender. Hold down
for 5-10 seconds to reset the Range Extender back to factory settings.
WPS: Hold down for 3 seconds to enable WPS push button configuration.
Wired Port: RJ45 10/100/1000M Gigabit Port for connecting wired
devices such as PCs, TVs, game consoles and more.
Wired Port LEDs: Indicates when a networking device is connected
to the wired port. The LED flashes rapidly when wired data traffic is
transmitted or received. Gigabit connections will have a green LED.
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SETUP GUIDE
Find a Setup Location
The location of where you install the Range Extender is very important to how it will function. The optimal
setup location should be somewhere no more than halfway between your Wi-Fi router and your Wi-Fi dead
zone.
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Connect your PC or Tablet to the Range Extender
a) Connect the included high gain antenna by screwing it into the antenna connector.
b) Plug the Range Extender into an available power outlet.
c) Connect your PC or Tablet to the Range Extender’s Wi-Fi network:
Amped_REC33A_2.4 or Amped_REC33A_5.0
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Open your Web Browser to Access the Web Menu
a. Open your web browser.
b. Type in: http://setup.ampedwireless.com
into the web address bar.
c. If the web menu fails to open, type in the
following IP address into your web address bar:
http://192.168.1.240
a. Disconnect your PC from all Wi-Fi networks
b. Attach an Ethernet cable between the PC and the Range Extender
c. Open your web browser and go to http://setup.ampedwireless.com again.
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Welcome to the Dashboard
The Dashboard will provide you with the current status of the
Range Extender.
Click SCAN to find an available network to extend.
The diagram on this page displays the terms used to describe:
1) The network you are trying to extend (Home Network).
2) The network that is rebroadcasted and extended
(Extended Network).
Study this diagram carefully as the terms used in the following
instructions will refer to these names.
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Scan for a Wireless Network
The Scan result will list all available 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz wireless
networks detected by the Range Extender – including each network
name (SSID), the operating channel, the type of security and the signal
strength.
If you are extending a dual band router, you will need to select the SSID
of your 2.4GHz network and the SSID of your 5.0GHz network.
The signal strength indicates the wireless connection between that
network and the Range Extender. It is important to choose networks
that are greater than 70%. A wireless network with a signal strength of less than 70% may create a poor
connection which results in slower throughput and frequent dropped connections.
If you fail to find any wireless networks, or your signal strength is below 70%, try moving the Range Extender
closer to the wireless network that you are trying to repeat and click SCAN again.
Once you have selected your wireless network(s), click Next to continue. If you are only connecting to one
network, simply select that 2.4 or 5.0GHz network and click Next to continue.
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Connecting to a Secure Network
If the wireless network(s) you are trying to repeat has wireless
security enabled, you will be prompted to enter a security key.
If you are repeating a dual band router, you will need to enter
the security key for both the 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz network. If
either network does not have security, leave the field blank.
After you have entered the security key(s), click Next to
continue.
If you do not know the key to the network you are trying to
repeat, then click Back and select another network.
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Extended Network Settings (SSID and Security)
The default SSID of the Range Extender is “Amped_REC33A_2.4”
and “Amped_REC33A_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.
The SSID of the Extended Network will have a "_RE" at the end of
its name. For example: Home_Network_RE.
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.
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Connection Check
DO NOT LEAVE OR REFRESH THIS PAGE.
Allow the countdown to complete and the Wizard will
automatically redirect you to the next step.
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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. Follow the instructions on the screen to connect to
the Extended Network.
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 Wizard will
inform you to rescan for a network to extend.
If there are no problems, you will see the Setup
Summary on the following page.
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Setup Summary
Congratulations, the Range Extender is now successfully configured. Your
settings are now saved.
Print the Setup Summary details and save it for future reference.
If you have any wired devices that you would like to attach to the Range
Extender, you may do so now.
If you haven’t already positioned your Range Extender in an optimal
location, you may do so. All Range Extender settings are saved and can be
safely powered off for relocation.
Use the Signal Strength LED to assist you in finding the optimal installation
location. (See the following page for details.)
Enjoy your extended network!
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Finding an Optimal Placement Location (Signal Strength LED)
The Range Extender is equipped with a Signal Strength LED on top of the device to help you find the most
optimal location for the Extender. It may take 1-3 minutes for the LED to register and display after plugging the
Extender into a wall outlet. After setup, the LED can be your guide when repositioning the Extender to a better
location (if needed). We recommend a signal strength of 70% or greater from the Router. If the Signal Strength
LED is green, your Range Extender is placed in an optimal location.
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Wired Port Routing
The Setup Wizard automatically selects the Home Network
(2.4GHz or 5.0GHz) your wired devices will be routed through
to connect to the Internet. If you wish to change this setting
you may do so from the web menu by accessing Network
Settings > Wired Port Routing.
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If the Home/Office Network connection fails try the following…
The failed connection page will provide you with information on why the connection failed. Read the
instructions carefully and retry your connection. The tips below will help to solve common issues:
a. Check to make sure your Home Network security settings are correct.
b. On the SCAN page, check that your Home Network is showing a signal of 70% or greater. If not, move
the Range Extender closer to your Home Network router and try again. If you are connecting to a dual
band router, ensure that both the 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz networks show a signal strength of 70% or
greater.
c. Check that your Home Network router’s DHCP server is enabled.
d. Try changing the channel of the Home Network router to a higher channel number and run the Setup
Wizard again.
e. Check the internet connection on your Home Network wireless router. Connect directly to your router
and attempt to access the web. If this fails, the problem is with your internet connection. Contact
your broadband provider to fix this issue first before configuring the Range Extender.
f. Try to reboot (unplug the power from the Range Extender and plug it back in) the Range Extender and
check to see if the connection is established (some networks may be very slow and take longer than
the allotted time for the Range Extender to successfully connect).
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5.0GHz WI-FI SETTINGS
5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Home Network Settings (5.0GHz)
The Home Network Settings (5.0GHz) page allows you to adjust settings
for your 5.0GHz Home Network connection. These settings are for
adjusting the Range Extender’s Home Network connection after you have
already gone through the Setup Wizard and wish to adjust your current
configurations.
Home Network SSID (5.0GHz): Manually enter the Identification name of
the existing 5.0GHz Home Network you wish to connect to.
Channel Number: Enter the channel number of the Home Network. If the
channel number does not match, a connection will not be established.
Channel Width: Wi-Fi operates in two separate channel widths, 20Hz and 40Hz. 40Hz allows for faster speeds.
Each Channel Width will have a different selection of wireless channels to choose from. Select the channel
width you wish to use for your network. This setting must match that of your Home Network for a successful
connection.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Extended Network Settings (5.0GHz)
The Extended Network Settings page allows you to adjust
settings for your Extended Network.
SSID of Extended Network: The name used to identify your
Extended Network. This is the name that appears when a
user scans for available Wi-Fi networks.
Band: Allows you to setup access under a specific combination of Wi-Fi speed standards.
Broadcast SSID: Selecting Disable Broadcast SSID will hide the visibility of the Range Extender’s SSID. Users
must manually enter the SSID to connect.
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Guest Networks (5.0GHz)
Click “Enable” to create a Guest Network. Guest Networks
provide a separate wireless network, with unique settings
for users to connect to.
Band: Restrict the Wi-Fi protocol and speed used for the
specific Guest Network.
SSID: This is the name of your Guest Network.
Data Rate: Restrict access to the Guest Network by setting a lower bandwidth by changing the data rate.
Broadcast SSID: Disable to hide your SSID from public view. Users will need to manually enter the SSID into
their wireless software interface to connect.
Associated Clients: View all computers and network devices that are connected to your Guest Network
wirelessly.
To set security settings for the Guest Network go to: 5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings > Security.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Security (5.0GHz)
Wireless security allows you to change the type of wireless security settings for your 5.0GHz Extended
Network, Home Network or Guest Networks.
Note: If you adjust the security of your Home Network and
it is incorrect, the Range Extender will no longer have a
successful connection to your Home Network.
Using the drop down menu, you can select which network
you wish to configure and may adjust the security settings
below.
If you are using the Guest Network feature, you will be able to adjust the security settings for those additional
network SSIDs here as well.
For more information on the differences between the types of Wi-Fi security available, please visit the
Learning Center on the Amped Wireless website: www.ampedwireless.com
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Wi-Fi Protected Setup – WPS (5.0GHz)
WPS is a Wi-Fi feature created to make Wi-Fi setup
simple and easy. Some wireless routers and adapters
support this feature with varying names (i.e. one
touch setup or WPS).
You may enable WPS setup here by selecting the type
of WPS setup you wish to use. The Range Extender
supports all types of WPS setup:
Option A: Push button: You may push the WPS button on the web menu or use the physical button on the
back of the Range Extender.
Option B: PIN: Some wireless devices use a PIN number to access wireless network. If your wireless device
requests for a PIN number, then use the PIN code located here.
Option C: Enter PIN: Some wireless devices require that you use a PIN number to add them to the wireless
network. If your wireless device has a PIN number, then locate the number and enter in the field,
then press Start Pin.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: User Access (5.0GHz)
User Access allows you to deny access or allow access to
specific users connecting to the network. Each networking
device has a unique address called a MAC address (a 12 digit
hex number).
By inputting the MAC address into the field, you can define
whether that device is allowed into your network or not
allowed.
A MAC Address may sometimes be referred to as a Physical Address. Most networking devices have their MAC
Address located on a label on the actual device.
For Windows computers with internal networking adapters, the MAC Address can be found by viewing the
Network Connection Details of the network adapter. The MAC Address will be listed as the Physical Address.
Be sure to enter the MAC Address without any symbols. For example, a MAC Address of 78-DD-78-AA-78-BB
would be entered as 78DD78AA78BB.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Wireless Coverage Controls (5.0GHz)
Adjust the output power of the Range Extender to control the coverage distance of your 5.0GHz Extended
Wireless Network. For a smaller coverage area you can select a lower output power. For the maximum
wireless coverage select the 100% selection. Note that if you select a lower output power, your connection to
your 5.0GHz Home Network will also decrease in range. It is recommended that you test your signal strength
after each adjustment.
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5.0GHz Wi-Fi Settings: Access Schedule (5.0GHz)
Access Schedules will enable or disable your 5.0GHz
wireless access at a set time based on your predefined
schedule. This feature is often used for restricting
access to all users (such as children, employees,
guests) during specific times of the day for parental
control or security reasons.
a. Enable Access Schedule.
b. Select which days you wish for your Wi-Fi to
be available.
c. Select the time frame during that day that
you wish for Wi-Fi to be available.
d. Apply Changes.
Enabling Access Schedule will also disable internet access for wired connections on specified days.
Note: Make sure you have already configured your System Clock in order for your schedule to work correctly.
Time Zone Settings can be adjusted from the web menu under Management > Time Zone Settings.
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