Hawking HW2R1 Getting Started
HW2R1 - Hi-Gain™ Wireless-N Dual Radio Smart Repeater
1. Installation Preparation
Getting Started
Check your package contents to make sure you have everything you need to begin.
- Wireless-N Dual Radio Smart Repeater - 3 x Wi-Fi Antennas
- Power Adapter - Ethernet Cable
2. Find an Installation Location
Your Hi-Gain Wireless-N Dual Radio Smart Repeater should be placed in an optimal
location in your home or office to obtain the best performance. Find a location that is
closest to the wireless Internet connection that you are trying to connect to.
Make sure the Repeater is placed in a location where it can receive a
strong signal from the wireless Internet connection you wish to connect
to. The Repeater will not work without a signal that it can repeat.
A. Attach the Antennas to the Repeater.
Locate the 3 antennas from your packaging and attach them to the Hi-Gain Wireless-N
Dual Radio Smart Repeater.
Check that you have the following requirements in your home/office:
- Wired or Wireless Internet Connection - Computer with wireless or wired access
- Power Outlet - Hi-Gain Antenna (Optional)
Optional - Using a Hi-Gain Antenna (not included) with the Repeater:
Hi-Gain Antennas can be used to increase the signal strength to your wireless
Internet connection. If you are using one, follow the instructions to the right. The
middle antenna titled ‘Internet Antenna’ is the antenna used to connect to your
outside wireless Internet connection. The grey antennas are used to redistribute
the connection within your home or office.
B. Plug in the Power Adapter.
When you have completed the antenna setup, plug in the included power adapter into the
nearest power outlet.
3. Connect to the Repeater
Using a computer with wireless networking access,
connect to the Repeater by searching for the wireless
network named: Smart_Repeater
4. Open a Web Browser
Using the same computer, open a web browser and type
in the following web address in the web address bar:
http://setup.hawkingtech.com
(If the above address fails use the following address in your web browser
address bar: http://192.168.1.1)
Optional - Hi-Gain Antenna Not Included
Wireless Internet Connection LED
Stable Light ON (>70%):
Fast Blinking (36%-69%):
Slow Blinking (<35%):
5. Scan for your Network
Click Scan to find your wireless Internet connection.
After the list appears, select the connection and click
Connect.
Stable Light OFF:
Good Wireless Internet Connection
Normal Wireless Internet Connection
Poor Wireless Internet Connection
Cannot find Wireless Internet Connection
For wired connections, use the included Ethernet cable
to connect to the Repeater’s ‘wired’ ports on the back
of the Repeater
Click Next to continue.
6. Configuration Settings
The Setup Wizard will now prompt you to automatically
configure your IP settings (recommended) and enter a
security key if the network you are connecting to is an
encrypted network. Enter the key and click Continue.
Once the page loads,
enter the following
login information:
Login: admin
Password: 1234
Click Login to
continue.
7. Complete Setup
The setup of your Repeater is now complete. If you
wish to change the name (SSID) of your home/office
wireless network (from Smart_Repeater) you may do
so here.
If the signal strength is low or your network does not
appear, you may need to readjust your location of
your Repeater or the position of its antennas. Click
Scan to try again.
Click Next to continue.
8. Additional Setup Features
The HW2R1 has many additional setup features. To
access these settings you may click on any of the main
menu tabs located on the interface: General Setup,
Status and Tools.
IP Settings Wireless Security
If you do not know the security key of the network you are connecting to,
consult your network administrator.
www.hawkingtech.com
Technical Support: 1.888.202.3344
If you wish to add wireless
Click Finish to complete your setup then click Apply to
confirm settings and reboot. The wizard will prompt
you to test your Internet connection after the system
has rebooted.
security to your home/office
network you may enter one
here. All users logging in
through the Repeater will be
required to enter this
passcode.
For more information on the advanced features and
settings of the Hi-Gain Wireless-N Dual Radio Smart
Repeater please refer to the User’s Manual.
© 2009 Hawking Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.
Application Guide
On Shore
Access Point
On Shore
Access Point
RV
HotSpot
Hi-Gain
™
Wireless-N Dual Radio
Smart Repeater
HW2R1
HotSpot
Hi-Gain™ 12dBi Directional
Window Antenna
HA12W
Wireless RouterAccess Point
Hi-Gain™ Wireless-N Dual Radio
Smart Repeater
HW2R1
N-Plug Outdoor
Cable Extension 30 feet
(for Outdoor Antenna kits)
HAC30N
N-Plug Outdoor
Cable Extension 30 feet
(for Outdoor Antenna kits)
HAC30N
Hi-Gain™ 14dBi Outdoor
Directional Antenna Kit
HAO14SDP
Hi-Gain™ 14dBi Outdoor
Directional Antenna Kit
HAO14SDP
Different Ways to Use Your Hi-Gain™ Wireless-N Dual Radio Smart Repeater
FOR HOME
• Extend the wireless network from your home to your
backhouse or backyard
• Share the Internet connection from a nearby coffee shop
hotspot or from a ‘participating’ neighbor’s wireless
connection
• Eliminate wireless dead spots within your home or repeat the
wireless signal from one area of your home to another
Office
FOR OFFICE
• Extend the office network wirelessly from one location to
another (using Hi-Gain outdoor antennas).
• Use one Internet connection for two or more nearby office
locations
• Eliminate wireless dead spots within your office or repeat the
wireless signal from one office floor to another
Marine
FOR MARINERS
• Connect to an on shore wireless Internet connection to
provide wireless Internet access to your boat or yahct
• Locate Internet connections to browse the Internet
while close to shore
• Use Hi-Gain antennas for more distance in connecting to on
shore wireless Internet sources
RV
FOR YOUR RV
• Connect to camp ground wireless Internet connections to
provide Internet access within your RV
• Use Hi-Gain antennas for more distance in connecting to
wireless hot spots while on the road or while parked
Hi-Gain™ Wireless-N Dual Radio
Smart Repeater
HW2R1
Hi-Gain™ 15dBi Outdoor
Omni-Directional Antenna
HAO15SIP
N-Plug Outdoor Cable Extension 30 feet
(for Outdoor Antenna kits)
HAC30N
Hi-Gain™ 12dBi Directional
Window Antenna
HA12W
Hawking Hi-Gain™ Antennas and Accessories
Hi-Gain™ 12dBi Directional
Window Antenna
HA12W
Hi-Gain™ 15dBi Outdoor
Omni-Directional Antenna
HAO15SIP
(Sold Seperately, More Products Available Online)
Hi-Gain™ 14dBi Outdoor
Directional Antenna Kit
HAO14SDP
To purchase Hawking Hi-Gain Antennas and Accessories, visit
http://www.gohawking.com
Hi-Gain™ Wireless-N Dual Radio
Smart Repeater
HW2R1
N-Plug Outdoor Cable Extension 30 feet
(for Outdoor Antenna kits)
HAC30N
www.hawkingtech.com
Sales and Information: 1.888.662.8828
© 2009 Hawking Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.
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