Synology MR2200AC Quick Start Guide
Synology Wi-Fi Router MR2200ac
Hardware Installation Guide
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Before You Start
Package Contents 3
Synology Wi-Fi Router at a Glance 4
Safety Instructions 5
Chapter 2: Set up Your Synology Wi-Fi Router
Position Your Synology Wi-Fi Router 6
Set up MR2200ac as Primary Wi-Fi Point 6
Set up MR2200ac as Additional Wi-Fi Point 7
Set up SRM 8
Appendix A: Specications
Appendix B: LED Indicator Table
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Before You Start
Thank you for purchasing this Synology product! Before setting up your new Synology Wi-Fi Router, please check
the package contents to verify that you have received all of the items below. Also, make sure to read the safety
instructions carefully to avoid harming yourself or damaging your Synology Wi-Fi Router.
Note:
All images below are for illustrative purposes only, and may dier from the actual product.
Package Contents
Main unit x 1 AC power adapter x 1
Chapter
1
RJ-45 LAN cable x 1
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Synology Wi-Fi Router at a Glance
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No. Article Name Location Description
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Wi-Fi Indicator
STATUS Indicator Displays the status of the system.
USB 3.0 Port
WPS Button Press to start WPS.
Wi-Fi Button Press the button for 3 seconds to turn on/o the Wi-Fi network.
LAN Port Connect a network cable into this port to establish LAN connection.
WAN Port
Power Port Connect the AC power adapter here.
Power Button Press to power on/o the Synology Wi-Fi Router.
RESET Button Press and hold for 4 seconds (Soft Reset) or for 10 seconds (Hard Reset).
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Displays the status of Wi-Fi signals.
Connect an external drive or an USB printer here.
Connect a network cable from the ISP modem into this port to establish
WAN connection.
Note:
For LED indicator information, please refer to "Appendix B: LED Indicator Table".
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Safety Instructions
Keep away from direct sunlight and away from chemicals. Make sure the environment does not
experience abrupt changes in temperature or humidity.
Place the product right side up at all times.
Do not place near any liquids.
Before cleaning, unplug the power cord. Wipe with damp paper towels. Do not use chemical or
aerosol cleaners.
To prevent the unit from falling over, do not place on carts or any unstable surfaces.
The power cord must plug in to the correct supply voltage. Make sure that the supplied AC voltage is
correct and stable.
To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from
the power source.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries appropriately.
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Set up Your Synology Wi-Fi Router
Position Your Synology Wi-Fi Router
For optimal performance, it is recommended to position your MR2200ac as advised below.
• On a stable surface (e.g. an elevated shelf) away from any possible physical interruptions.
• Close to the center of the area where the wired/wireless client devices are placed, and within a visible distance
from the wireless devices.
• In a position where few walls and ceilings are between your MR2200ac and its client devices.
• Away from any potential electrical signal sources, such as other wireless routers, 3G/LTE bases, and
microwave ovens.
• Away from large expanses of metal or other materials, such as metal doors, glass panels, and concrete.
Set up MR2200ac as Primary Wi-Fi Point
Chapter
2
1
Use the included network cable to connect your MR2200ac (at the WAN port) to the ISP modem.
2
Connect one end of the power adapter to the power port on your MR2200ac, and the other end to the power
outlet. Press the power button to power on your MR2200ac. Wait for around two minutes until the STATUS
LED indicator starts blinking blue.
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Connect wireless client devices to your MR2200ac:
a
When the Wi-Fi Signal LED indicator turns blinking blue, MR2200ac is ready to connect to other devices.
b
Use your wireless device to scan and join the Wi-Fi network created by your MR2200ac.
Note:
Below are the default credentials for the Wi-Fi network:
1. Wi-Fi SSID:
2. Password:
The default credentials can be changed during the initial SRM setup.
Synology_serial number
synology
Set up MR2200ac as Additional Wi-Fi Point
1
Connect one end of the power adapter to the power port on your MR2200ac, and the other end to the power
outlet. Press the power button to power on your MR2200ac. Wait for around two minutes until the STATUS
LED indicator starts blinking blue.
2
Log in to
Point
Synology Router Manager
to add your MR2200ac to the Wi-Fi system.
(SRM) on the
primary Wi-Fi point
, and go to
Wi-Fi Connect
>
Wi-Fi
Note:
When setting up MR2200ac as Additional Wi-Fi Point, make sure your primary Wi-Fi point (either RT2600ac or
MR2200ac) is running SRM 1.2 or above.
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Set up SRM
1
Use a computer or wireless device connected to the MR2200ac's local network. If you use a wireless device,
scan and join the Wi-Fi network (SSID:
2
Open a web browser, and enter either URL into the address bar
a http://router.synology.com
b http://192.168.1.1:8000
3
Once connected, click
Start
to launch the SRM Setup Wizard.
Synology_serial number
; Password:
synology
).
4
Fill in the information to set up the administrator account. Click
Next
to continue.
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Fill in the information to set up the Wi-Fi network. Click
Next
to continue.
6
Set up the operation mode. When choosing the
to SRM
so that only external access via the HTTP(S) port (e.g. 8000/8001) can reach SRM.
Wireless Router
mode, you can also enable
External access
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Choose an Internet connection type:
PPPoE
•
•
•
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The wizard will continue to set up your Synology Router, and it may take up to three minutes to complete the
setup.
: Choose this option if you have obtained PPPoE credentials from the ISP.
Manual IP
Auto IP
: Choose this option if you have obtained an available IP address for use.
: Choose this option if you rely on an ISP modem for automatic IP assignment.
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