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User Guide
AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 Range Extender
ME70X
REV1.0.0
1910080082
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CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference,
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
OPERATING FREQUENCY (the maximum transmitted power)
2400 MHz -2483.5 MHz (20dBm)
5150 MHz -5250 MHz (23dBm)
5250 MHz -5350 MHz (23dBm)
5470 MHz -5725 MHz (30dBm)
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MERCUSYS hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and
(EU)2015/863.
The original EU Declaration of Conformity may be found at
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RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the limitation of exposure
of the general public to electromagnetic elds by way of health protection.
The device complies with RF specications when the device used at 20 cm from your body.
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Attention: This device may only be used indoors in all EU member states, EFTA countries and
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The original UK Declaration of Conformity may be found at
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National Restrictions
Attention: This device may only be used indoors in Great Britain.
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更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
低功率射頻器材之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，
應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前述合法通信，指依電信管理法規定作業之無線電通信。
低功率射頻器材須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干
擾。
應避免影響附近雷達系統之操作。
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安全諮詢及注意事項
•請按照本產品注明的電源類型使用本產品。
•清潔本產品之前請先切斷電源。請勿使用液體、噴霧清潔劑或濕布進行清潔。
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•請不要私自拆開機殼或自行維修，如產品有故障請與原廠或代理商聯繫。
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設備名稱：AX1800Wi-Fi6RangeExtender型號（型式）：ME70X
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Safety Information
Ǵ Keep the device away from water, re, humidity or hot environments.
Ǵ Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please
contact us.
Ǵ Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
Ǵ The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Ǵ Make sure the power socket has a good contact with the ground.
Ǵ Operating Temperature: 0℃ ~ 40℃ (32℉ ~ 104℉)
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Ǵ This product uses radios and other components that emit electromagnetic elds.
Electromagnetic elds and magnets may interfere with pacemakers and other implanted
medical devices. Always keep the product and its power adapter more than 15 cm (6
inches) away from any pacemakers or other implanted medical devices. If you suspect
your product is interfering with your pacemaker or any other implanted medical device,
turn o your product and consult your physician for information specic to your medical
device.
Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot
guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please
use this product with care and operate at your own risk.
Explanation of the symbols on the product label
Symbol Explanation
Class II equipment
Class II equipment with functional earthing
Alternating current
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Operator’s manual
RECYCLING
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled
pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or
dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment.
User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization
or to the retailer when he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment.
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CONTENTS
Conventions
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Product Overview
1.2 Product Appearance
1. 2. 1. LED Explanation
1. 2. 2. Item Explanation
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Chapter 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet
2.1 Method 1: Via a Web Browser
2.2 Method 2: Via WPS
2.3 Method 3: Via Mercusys App
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Chapter 3 Mercusys Cloud Ser vice
3.1 Register a Mercusys ID
3.2 Manage the User Mercusys IDs
3. 1. 1. Add Mercusys ID to Manage the Extender
3. 1. 2. Remove Mercusys ID(s) from Managing the Extender
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Chapter 4 Customize Your Net work
4.1 Check Internet Status
4.2 Congure Wireless Network
4.3 Change LAN Settings
4.4 Specify DHCP Server Settings
4.5 Set High Speed Mode
4.6 Set Access Control
4.7 Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage
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Chapter 5 Use Your Extender as an Access Point
5.1 Set Up the Ex tender as an Access Point
5.2 Connect Wireless Devices to the Ex tender
5.3 LED Explanation for the Access Point Mode
Chapter 6 Manage the Extender
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6.5 Back up and Restore Conguration Settings
6.6 Change Admin Account
6.7 Check System Log
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Conventions
This guide is a complement to Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation Guide provides
instructions for quick internet setup, while this guide contains details of each function and
demonstrates how to congure them in typical scenarios.
Note: Features available in this range extender may vary by model and software version.
Range extender availability may also vary by region or ISP. All images, steps, and descriptions
in this guide are only examples and may not reect your actual product experience.
More Info
Specications and the latest software can be found at the product page at the ocial website
http://www.mercusys.com.
The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you nd this guide or inside the package of
the router.
Speed/Coverage Disclaimer
*Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11
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specications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage per ft
guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials,
physical objects, and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume
and density of trac, product location, network complexity, and network overhead, and
3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality, and client
condition.
are not
*Use of 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), and features including OFDMA, MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM, BSS Color,
and Target Wake Time requires clients to also support the corresponding features. Actual
power reduction by Target Wake Time may vary as a result of network conditions, client
limitations, and environmental factors.
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Product Overview
The range extender connects to your router wirelessly, strengthening its signal and
expanding its coverage into areas that could not otherwise be reached.
Multicolor LED helps you nd the right location for your range extender for the best
Wi-Fi extension.
1.2 Product Appearance
1. 2. 1. LED Explanation
LED Status Indication
O Power is o.
Blinking
green
Blinking red WPS connection failed.
Signal
Solid red The extender is not connected to the router.
Solid green
Solid
orange
The extender is starting, upgrading, or connecting to
the router via WPS.
The extender is connected to the router, and is in a
good location.
The extender is connected to the router, but is too
far away from the router.
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1. 2. 2. Item Explanation
Item Description
Press and hold this button for more than 5 seconds until the Signal
RESET/WPS
LED turns o to reset the extender.
Button
Press for 1 second to use the WPS function.
Chapter 1 Introduction
Ethernet
Port
Connect your Ethernet-only device (such as a Blu-ray player, game
console, DVR, or smart TV) to the Ethernet port of the extender to
join the network.
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Chapter 2 Connect the Extender to the Internet
This chapter introduces how to boost your host wireless coverage. Please follow the
step-by-step instructions to set up the internet connection.
Power On
Plug the extender into a power outlet near your router, and the Signal LED turns
solid red.
Note: For safety and best performance, we suggest that you position the extender vertically as shown below.
2.1 Method 1: Via a Web Browser
1. Connect your wireless device to the extender's network MERCUSYS_RE_XXXX.
Note:
1. The default SSID (network name) is printed on the product label at the back of the extender.
2. If you are using a computer, unplug the Ethernet cable from your computer rst (if any).
2. Follow the instructions of the Quick Setup Wizard to connect the extender to your
router.
1) Launch a web browser and enter http://mwlogin.net in the address eld.
2) A login window will appear. Create a password to log in. For subsequent logins,
use the password you have set.
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3) The extender will scan and display all available 2.4 GHz networks. Select your
router's 2.4 GHz host network and enter the password to connect.
Note:
If the network you want to extend is on but not listed, please try the following steps.
• Move the extender closer to your router, and click Rescan.
• Click Other to manually enter the SSID (network name) and password of the network you want to extend.
4) Select your router's 5 GHz host network and enter the password to connect.
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5) Conrm the network passwords.
6) Customize the extended network names or keep the default ones.
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7) Follow web instructions to relocate the extender.
3. Done! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the internet.
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Smart TV
Game Console
Desktop
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
Smart TV
Game Console
Desktop
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
2.2 Method 2: Via WPS
1. Press the WPS button on your router.
2. Within two minutes, press the RESET/WPS button on your extender for 1 second.
The Signal LED should change from ashing to solid green or orange, indicating a
successful WPS connection.
3. Relocate the extender.
1) Plug the extender into an electrical outlet between your host router and the
Wi-Fi “dead“ zone. The location you choose must be within the range of your
existing host network.
2) Wait until the Signal LED is lit and solid green. If it’s not, relocate it closer to the
host router to achieve better signal quality.
Host Network
Router
Extended Network
Green: Good location
Orange: Too far from router
Clients
4. Enjoy! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the internet.
Extended Network Names:
Router’s network name with EXT at the end
Passwords:
Same as your router
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2.3 Method 3: Via Mercusys App
1. Scan the QR code to download the Mercusys app from the Apple App Store or
Google Play.
2. Launch the app and log in with your Mercusys ID.
Note: If you don’t have an account, create one rst.
3. Connect your smartphone to the extender's network. Follow app instructions to
set up the extender.
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Smart TV
Game Console
Desktop
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
4. Enjoy! Connect to the extended network and enjoy the internet.
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Chapter 2.5 Mercusys Cloud Service
Chapter 3 Mercusys Cloud Service
Mercusys Cloud Service provides a better way to manage your cloud devices. Log
in to your cloud device with a Mercusys ID, and you can easily monitor and manage
your home network when you are out and about via the Mercusys app on your
smartphone or tablet. To ensure that your cloud device stays new and gets better
over time, the Mercusys Cloud will notify you when an important rmware upgrade is
avaliable. Surely you can also manage multiple cloud devices with a single Mercusys
ID.
3.1 Register a Mercusys ID
When you log in after initial setup, the web page will ask whether you need Mercusys
Cloud service. You can also access the Mercusys Cloud settings as follows:
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Mercusys ID.
3. Click Register Now and follow the instructions to register a Mercusys ID.
4. After activating your Mercusys ID, come back to the Mercusys ID page to
log in. The Mercusys ID used to log in to the extender for the rst time will be
automatically bound as an Admin.
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3.2 Manage the User Mercusys IDs
The Mercusys ID used to log in to the extender for the rst time will be automatically
bound as the Admin account.
An admin account can add or remove other Mercusys IDs to or from the same
extender as User accounts.
All accounts can monitor and manage the extender locally or remotely, but User
accounts cannot:
• Reset the extender to its factory default settings either on the web management
page or in the Mercusys app.
• Add/remove other Mercusys IDs to/from the extender.
3. 1. 1. Add Mercusys ID to Manage the Extender
1. Visit
2. Go to Settings > Mercusys ID, and focus on the Bound Accounts section.
3. Click Bind, enter another Mercusys ID as needed and save the settings.
http://mwlogin.net, and log in with your Mercusys ID.
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4. The new Mercusys ID will be displayed in the Bound Accounts table as a User.
3. 1. 2. Remove Mercusys ID(s) from Managing the Extender
1. Visit
http://mwlogin.net, and log in with your Mercusys ID.
2. Go to Settings > Mercusys ID, and focus on the Bound Accounts section.
3. Tick the checkbox(es) of the Mercusys ID(s) you want to remove and click Unbind.
3.3 Manage the Extender via the Mercusys App
The Mercusys app runs on iOS and Android devices, such as smartphones and
tablets.
1. Launch the Apple App Store or Google Play store and search “Mercusys” or
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simply scan the QR code to download and install the app.
2. Launch the Mercusys app and log in with your Mercusys ID.
Note: If you don’t have a Mercusys ID, create one rst.
3. Connect your device to the extender’s network.
4. Go back to the Mercusys app, select the model of your extender and log in with
the password your set for the extender.
5. Manage your extender as needed.
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Chapter 4 Customize Your Network
This chapter guides you on how to congure network settings that are available for
this extender.
4.1 Check Internet Status
You can view the internet status of your extender to check whether you have
successfully set up the extended network(s).
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Status to view the internet status of your extender.
• The extender runs normally.
• The extender fails to connect to the host networks. Please go to Wireless
> Connect to Host Network to check whether the host network passwords
are correct. If the problem still exists, relocate the extender closer to the
router to achieve better signal quality.
• The extender is connected to the host networks, but is not transmitting data.
Please check the internet connection of your router.
• The extender is connected to the router abnormally. Please go to Settings >
Network and try setting your extender to obtain an IP address automatically.
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Click the icon of the Internet/Router/Range Extender/Clients to view corresponding
information.
4.2 Congure Wireless Network
If you want to extend another host network after Quick Setup, you can refer to
this section. Moreover, you can change the wireless settings for your extended
networks.
Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
• To extend another host network:
1. Go to Settings > Wireless > Connect to Host Network.
2. Enable 2.4GHz Network and/or 5 GHz Network.
3. Click WIRELESS SCANNER to nd available networks, and select the network you
want to extend.
Note:
If the network you want to extend is on but not listed, please try the following steps.
· Move the extender closer to your router, and refresh the list.
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· You can manually enter the SSID (network name) and password of the network you want to extend, and Save
the settings.
4. Once a host network is selected, the SSID and security type will be automatically
lled in. If the selected network is encrypted, enter the password in the Password
eld.
5. Save the settings.
• To enable or disable the extended network:
1. Go to Settings > Wireless > Extended Network.
2. Extended networks are enabled by default. If you want to disable the wireless
function of a certain band, just clear the Enable checkbox. In this case, all the
wireless settings of this band will be invalid.
3. Save the settings.
• To change the wireless network name (SSID):
1. Go to Settings > Wireless > Extended Network.
2. Create a new SSID or click Copy Host SSID. The value is case-sensitive.
3. Save the settings.
Note:
If you have changed the wireless settings via a wireless device, you will be disconnected after the settings are
applied. Please write down the new SSID for future use.
• To hide the SSID of the extended network:
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1. Go to Settings > Wireless > Extended Network.
2. Select Hide SSID broadcast, and the corresponding SSID will not be displayed
when wireless devices scan for local wireless networks. You need to manually
enter the SSID to join the network.
3. Save the settings.
4.3 Change LAN Settings
The extender is preset with a default LAN IP 192.168.0.254, with which you can log
in to the web management page. The LAN IP address, together with the Subnet
Mask, also denes the subnet that the connected devices are on. If the IP address
conflicts with another device on your local network or your network requires a
specic IP subnet, you can change it.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Network. Locate the Network Settings section.
3. Select Use the following IP address.
4. Enter a new IP Address as needed, and leave the Subnet Mask as the default
settings.
5. Enter the gateway that is in the same subnet as the IP Address. The gateway is
usually the LAN IP address of your router.
6. Leave the primary and secondary DNS addresses as the default settings.
7. Save the settings.
4.4 Specify DHCP Server Settings
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By default, the DHCP (Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol) Server is auto and the
extender acts as a DHCP server and dynamically assigns TCP/IP parameters to
client devices from the IP Address Pool when the router’s DHCP server is disabled.
You can change the settings of the DHCP Server if necessary.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Network. Locate the DHCP Server section.
1. Select On to enable the DHCP Server of the extender.
2. Enter the starting and ending IP addresses in the IP Address Pool.
3. Enter other parameters if the ISP offers. The Default Gateway is automatically
lled in and is the same as the LAN IP address of the router.
4. Save the settings.
4.5 Set High Speed Mode
The High Speed feature switches o one of the wireless bands to leave one high-
performance, super-fast network, ideal for HD streaming and gaming applications.
If most of your devices are connected to one wireless band, this feature can
increase the overall performance of your wireless network.
Note:
Before enabling this feature, please go to Settings > Wireless > Extended Network and check that the 2.4GHz
and 5GHz bands are both enabled. Additionally, if you are going to disable the 2.4GHz network, it’s recommended
to rst make sure all your wireless devices support 5GHz network connection.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > High Speed.
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3. Enable High Speed Mode.
4. Select a high speed mode as needed.
• Select the Auto mode. The extender will decide which band the high-speed
network will work on based on its wireless connection to your host router.
The other band will be disabled.
• Select the Manual mode and choose to transmit 2.4GHz band or 5GHz band
only.
5. Save the settings.
4.6 Set Access Control
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Access Control allows you to permit or block specic devices from accessing the
internet for a specic period.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Access Control.
3. Enable Access Control.
• To block specic device(s):
Note: Devices connected to the extender via an Ethernet cable cannot be blocked.
1. Select Blacklist and save the settings.
2. Find the devices in the Online Devices table and click Block.
In the Devices in Blacklist table, you can manually add devices or edit the entries
to custom the eective time.
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• To permit specic device(s):
1. Select Whitelist and save the settings.
2. In the Devices in Whitelist table, manually add devices and custom the eective
time.
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4.7 Adjust Wi-Fi Coverage
You can set the extender’s Wi-Fi coverage depending on how large you want your
Wi-Fi area to be.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Wi-Fi Coverage.
3. Select your desired Wi-Fi coverage level for the extender.
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4. Save the settings.
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Ethernet
Chapter 5 Use Your Extender as an Access Point
The extender can work as an access point, transforming your existing wired network
to a wireless one.
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Wired Router Extender Devices
5.1 Set Up the Extender as an Access Point
1. Connect your computer to the extender via an Ethernet cable.
2. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
3. Click Mode in the top right corner of the page. Select Access Point Mode and
save the settings. The extender will reboot and switch to Access Point mode.
4. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
5. Go to Settings > Quick Setup to congure your extender.
1 ) Customize your wireless SSID and password and click NEXT.
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2 ) Conrm the information and click Finish.
6. Connect the extender to your modem or wired router via an Ethernet cable. Now
you can enjoy Wi-Fi.
5.2 Connect Wireless Devices to the Extender
Method 1: Connect to the extender manually
You can connect your wireless devices to the extender by using the extender’s
wireless network names and passwords.
Method 2: Connect to the extender via WPS
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) provides an easier way to set up a secure Wi-Fi
connection.
Wireless devices that support WPS, including Android phones, tablets, and most
USB network cards, can be connected to your extender through this method (not
supported by iOS devices).
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
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2. Go to Settings > Wireless > WPS.
3. Enable WPS.
4. Connect via WPS:
• AP’s PIN: Enable AP’s PIN and enter the PIN on your device. You can click
Generate to get a new PIN or click Default to restore the PIN to its factory
one.
• Push button: Select Push Button and click Connect, then enable WPS on
your device within 2 minutes.
• Client’s PIN: Select PIN and enter your device’s PIN in the blank, then click
Connect.
5.3 LED Explanation for the Access Point Mode
When the extender works in the Access Point mode, you can check its working
status by following the LED Explanation table below.
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LED Status Indication (For Range Extender Mode)
O Power is o.
Signal
Blinking
green
Blinking
red
Solid
green
The extender is starting, upgrading, or performing
WPS connection.
WPS connection failed.
Both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi bands are working well.
Solid
Either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Wi-Fi band is disabled.
orange
Solid red Both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi bands are disabled.
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Chapter 6 Manage the Extender
This chapter presents how to manage and maintain your extender.
6.1 Set System Time
The System Time of the extender will be used for time-based function such as the
Power Schedule function. If you have enabled the Daylight Saving Time feature, the
system time will be synchronized with the daylight saving time you congure.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Time Settings.
• To get system time:
1. Select your local Time Zone from the drop-down list.
2. Save the settings.
• To set up Daylight Saving Time:
1. Enable Daylight Saving Time.
2. Select the Start and End dates and time of the daylight saving time at your local
time zone.
3. Save the settings.
6.2 Control the LED
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The LED of the extender indicates its activities and status. You can turn o the LED
when you don’t need it.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > LED Control.
• To turn o the LED:
Disable LED Status.
• To specify a time period when the LED turns o:
1. Enable Night Mode.
2. Specify the LED o time period.
Note:
The eective LED o time is based on the time of the extender. You can go to Settings > System Tools >
Time Settings to modify the time.
3. Save the settings.
6.3 Set Power Schedule
The Power Schedule feature allows you to specify a time period during which the
extender is o.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > Advanced Settings > Power Schedule.
• To specify a time period when the extender is o:
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1. Click Add.
2. Specify the power o time period and repeat days.
Note:
The eective power o time is based on the time of the extender. You can go to Settings > System Tools >
Time Settings to modify the time.
3. Save the settings.
6.4 Upgrade the Firmware
You can download the latest firmware file from the Support page at our website
www.mercusys.com and upgrade the extender to the latest rmware version.
Note:
• Make sure the latest rmware le is matched with the hardware version.
• Make sure that you have a stable connection between the extender and your computer. It is NOT
recommended to upgrade the rmware wirelessly.
• We strongly recommend you back up the current conguration settings before rmware upgrade.
• Do NOT power o the extender during the rmware upgrade.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Firmware Upgrade.
3. Choose a way to upgrade your rmware.
• Online Update
Click Check for upgrade to see whether new rmware is released. If there is new
rmware, click Upgrade
• Local Update
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1 ) Download the latest rmware le for the extender from our website
www.mercusys.com.
2 ) Click
Browse to locate the downloaded rmware le, and click Upgrade.
6.5 Back up and Restore Conguration Settings
The conguration settings are stored as a conguration le in the extender. You can
back up the conguration le and restore the extender to the previous settings from
the backup file when needed. Moreover, if necessary, you can erase the current
settings and reset the extender to the default factory settings.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Backup & Restore.
• To back up conguration settings:
Click Backup to save a copy of the current settings to your local computer. A ‘.bin’
le of the current settings will be stored on your computer.
• To restore previous settings from a saved le:
1. Click Browse to locate the backup conguration le stored on your computer, and
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Note: During the restore process, do not power o or reset the extender.
• To reset the extender to factory default settings:
1. Click Factory Restore to reset all settings, or click Restore if you want to keep
your login and cloud account information.
2. Wait a few minutes for the reset and reboot.
Note:
1. During the reset process, do not power off or reset the extender.
2. We strongly recommend you back up the current configuration settings before resetting the extender.
6.6 Change Admin Account
The account management feature allows you to change your login password of the
web management webpage.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > Admin Account.
3. Enter the old password. Then enter the new password twice (case-sensitive) and
save the settings.
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4. Use the new password for future logins.
6.7 Check System Log
If the extender is not working properly, you can save the system log and send it to
our technical support team.
1. Visit http://mwlogin.net, and log in with the password you set for the extender.
2. Go to Settings > System Tools > System Log.
• To save the system log locally:
1. Choose the type and level of the system log as needed.
2. Click Save Log to save the system logs to a local disk.
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. How to restore my extender’s conguration to its factory default settings?
Ǵ Option 1: With the extender powered on, press and hold the RESET/WPS button for
more than 5 seconds until the Signal LED turns o, then release the button.
Ǵ Option 2: Log in to the extender’s web management page, go to Settings > System
Tools > Backup & Restore, and click FACTORY RESTORE.
Q2. What should I do if I forgot my login password?
Ǵ Restore the extender’s conguration to its factory default settings by referring to
Q1, then create a new password when prompted.
Q3. What should I do if I cannot log in to the extender's web management page?
Ǵ Make sure your wireless device is connected to the extended network using the
extended SSID.
Ǵ Verify that http://mwlogin.net is correctly entered in the web browser.
Ǵ If you are using a computer, make sure it is set to obtain an IP address automatically.
Ǵ Refer to Q1 to reset the extender and try again.
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