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USER MANUAL WIFIR3 VELLEMAN

To all residents of the European Union Important environmental information about this product This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialized company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules. If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities. Thank you for choosing Velleman! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. If the device was damaged in transit, don't install or use it and contact your dealer.

Keep this device away from children and unauthorized users. Risk of electroshock when opening the cover. Touching live wires can cause life-threatening electroshocks. Do not open the housing yourself. Have the device repaired by qualified personnel. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the device. Refer to an authorized dealer for service and/or spare parts.

3. General Guidelines

Refer to the Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual.

• Indoor use only. Keep this device away from rain, moisture, splashing and dripping liquids.

• Keep this device away from dust and extreme heat.

• Protect this device from shocks and abuse. Avoid brute force when operating the device.WIFIR3

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• Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it.

• All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons.

• Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the device in an unauthorised way will void the warranty.

• Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.

• improves wireless coverage in all WLAN networks

• supports Wireless Repeater mode and Standard AP mode

• WLAN 802.11n (Draft 2.0) for wireless high-speed access

• downward compatible with 802.11g (54 Mbit/s) and 802.11b standard (11 Mbit/s)

• supports 2.4 GHz WLAN networks

• maximum WLAN security with WPA2, WPA and WEP (128/64)

Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.

6. Choose an appropriate location

• The easiest place to configure the repeater is near your router/computer.

• Once setup is done, you can install the repeater on its final location.

• For best performance, it is recommended to install the repeater half-way between your router and the wireless computer with the weakest reception.WIFIR3

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Note : Plug You can change the repeater’s plug orientation so the repeater fits into any space. Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.

• Gently press the button next to the plug [A] and pull the plug to detach it.

• Place the plug back in the socket in the desired orientation and turn it until it snaps into place. Note: Wireless repeater or access point You can set up the repeater as a wireless repeater or as a wireless access point. Wireless repeater For wireless repeater mode, you need a WIFI AP/Router internet access.

Wireless access point To use the device as a wireless access point mode, you need broadband router internet access. Connect the repeater to the router/switch with the included RJ-45 network cable.

During setup, you will:

• connect your router to the repeater

• connect the repeater to your computer You can connect your router to the repeater:

• Manually (see section below)

• Using WPS (see section 9)WIFIR3

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7.1 Connect your router to the repeater

During setup, it is recommended to use a wired connection with the included RJ-45 network cable. Once setup is done, you can use the repeater through Wi-Fi. To connect the router, you need to

• configure network settings on your computer

• configure the repeater in the web management tool

• reset your computer’s network settings

• connect the repeater to your computer

7.2 Configure network settings on your computer

The repeater has a fixed IP address. To be able to access the repeater during setup, you first need to configure your computer’s network settings as follows:

1. On your computer, click the Start button and choose

Control Panel > Network & Sharing Center.

2. In the list of networks, click on your network and then click the

4. In the Properties window, select Use the Following

IP Address. o In the IP Address box, type 192.168.10.x where ‘x’ is a number from 2 to 254.WIFIR3

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o In Subnet Mask, type 255.255.255.0. o In Default Gateway, type the IP Address of your wireless router (default address is 192.168.10.1).

5. Click OK to confirm.

You can now access the repeater from your computer.

7.3 Configure the repeater in the web management tool

1. Plug the repeater to a wall socket.

2. Connect your computer and the repeater with the included RJ-45

3. Log on to your computer.

4. Open your web browser and type the address

This will open the configuration page of the repeater. If the page does not open, reset the repeater (see section 12) and retry.WIFIR3

5. Type the user name and password.

The default user name and password is admin.

7. Select Wireless Repeater Mode (Station) and click Next.WIFIR3

8. The name of your network is listed in the SSID column.

Click the button Select next to your wireless network.

9. In the Key field, type your network security key.

o This key is the same key as the key of your router. o Leave the other settings unchanged. o You will need the network name (SSID) in the next steps. Copy it or note it down on a piece of paper. The name is case sensitive. o When done, click Save and Reboot.WIFIR3

10. Wait until the repeater has rebooted.

Now you need to make sure the SSID (network name) is set correctly in the Wireless Basic Settings of the tool.

12. Check if the network name is correct. The name is used in two

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If not, enter or paste the correct name in both fields.

13. Click Apply Changes.

You can now o close the web management tool. o reset network settings on your computer to default.

7.4 Reset your computer’s network settings

1. On your computer, click the Start button and choose

Control Panel > Network & Sharing Center.

2. In the list of networks, click on your network and then click the

4. In the Properties window, select:

o Obtain an IP address automatically. o Obtain DNS server address automatically.

5. Click OK to confirm.

You can now connect the repeater to your computer.

8. Connect the repeater to your computer

To connect a computer to the repeater, proceed as follows:

1. Log on to your computer.

2. Click the network icon or at the bottom right of your

screen. A list of networks appears.

3. Select the repeater network from the list and then click

4. If required, type the network password and click OK to confirm.

You will see a confirmation message when you are connected to the network. Note: wired connection You can also connect the repeater to your computer with an RJ45 network cable.

9. Connect the repeater using WPS

WPS is an automated way of connecting wireless devices. The repeater supports WPS. If your router supports WPS, it will have a WPS button Note: WPS may change network security key on router On some wireless router brands, pressing the WPS button changes the router’s existing network security key. This means you would have to reset all network security key on the devices you are already using. If you want to avoid this, connect the repeater manually (see

section 7 Setup above).

To connect your router to the repeater using WPS:

1. Plug the repeater to a wall socket.

2. Make sure the repeater is set to Wireless Repeater Mode in the

configuration tool (see section 7.3 above).

3. On your router, press and hold the WPS button (check your

router’s manual to know how long you need to press the button).

4. On the repeater, press and hold the WPS button for 7 to 10

seconds. The router and the repeater will connect automatically. You can now connect your computer to the repeater: see section 8 above.

10. Set up the device as a wireless access point

To set up the device as a wireless access point, you need to perform the following steps:

10.1 Configure network settings

• Configure the network settings on your computer as described in

10.2 Configure the access point in the web management tool

1. Perform steps 1 to 6 as described in section 7.3.

2. Select Standard Wireless AP mode and click Next.

3. If you want, you can select an Encryption type and enter a

network security key.

4. Click Save and Reboot.

5. Wait until the repeater has rebooted.

Now you need to make sure the SSID (network name) is set correctly in the Wireless Basic Settings of the tool.

7. Verify if the network name is correct. The name is used in two

fields: o SSID of Wireless AP o SSID of Extended Interface If not, enter or paste the correct name in both fields.

8. Click Apply Changes.

You can now close the web management tool.

10.3 Reset your computers network settings

• Reset your computer’s network settings as described in section

10.4 Connect the wireless access point to your computer

To connect a computer to the wireless access, proceed as follows:

1. Log on to your computer.

2. Click the network icon or located at the bottom right of

your screen. A list of networks appears.WIFIR3

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3. Select the repeater network from the list and then click

4. If required, type the network password and click OK to confirm.

You will see a confirmation message when you are connected to the network.

11. Web Management Tool

Wireless basic settings In your web browser, open the web management tool and select Wireless > Basic Settings. The page contains various settings, including: Disable Wireless LAN Interface If this option is selected, wireless network is switched off. Mode Supports AP and Repeater modes SSID of Wireless

Main Service Set Identifier. This is the name of your wireless network. SSID of Extended Interface Universal Repeater Mode (acting as AP and repeater simultaneously) Band Supports 11B/11G/11N mixed modes. Wireless security settings Set up the wireless security and encryption to prevent unauthorised access and monitoring. Supported encryption methods are: 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, and WPA2.

1. Log on to the webtool and select Wireless > Security.WIFIR3

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2. In Select SSID, you can select:

Root Client–XXXX The password of the repeater is the same as the password of your XXXX router. Repeater AP – WiFi-Repeater1 Select this option to set up a password for the WiFi repeater. Reset, backup and restore You can back up the settings of the repeater for security reasons. Also, if you use the device in different settings, you can easily save and reload the different settings.

1. Log on to the management tool and select

Save/Reload Settings.

• To make a backup file of the current settings, click the Save button and choose a location for the settings file. You can save as many setting files as you need.

• To upload previously saved settings, click the Browse button and select the saved settings file on your computer. Next, click the Upload button to load the settings. The current settings will be replaced with the settings in the file that you loaded.

• To remove all the configuration settings you have made and reset the device to the factory defaults, click the Reset button. Firmware upgrade To upgrade the firmware of your repeater, proceed as follows:

1. Download the new firmware from our website to your computer.

2. Log on to the management tool and choose

3. Click the Browse button and select the downloaded firmware

file on your computer.

4. Click Upload. The upgrade procedure starts automatically.

Caution: Upgrading may take several minutes to complete. Never interrupt the upgrade process by closing the web browser or disconnecting your computer from the router. The repeater may become unusable if you do. Interrupting the upgrade process will void the warranty. Changing the password The default password for the web management tool is “admin”. For security purposes, we strongly recommend that you modify the password.

1. In the management tool, choose Management > Password.

2. Type a user name in User Name.

3. Type a password in New Password, and type it again it in

4. Click Apply Changes to confirm.

If you want to keep the original password, click Reset.WIFIR3

If necessary, you can reset the repeater with a needle. Press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds. This will reset all the settings to factory defaults.

If a power outage occurs, remove both the router and the repeater from their wall sockets and reconnect them.

wireless transfer rates 11/54/150/270/300 Mbps power supply 230 Vac 50 Hz Use this device with original accessories only. Velleman nv cannot be held responsible in the event of damage or injury resulting from (incorrect) use of this device. For more info concerning this product and the latest version of this manual, please visit our website www.velleman.eu. The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice. Windows, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Vista, Windows Aero, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Mobile, Windows Server are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. © COPYRIGHT NOTICE The copyright to this manual is owned by Velleman nv. All worldwide rights reserved. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic medium or otherwise without the prior written consent of the copyright holder.WIFIR3

Control Panel > Network & Sharing Center.

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o Obtain DNS server address automatically.

Management > Upgrade Firmware.

Control Panel > Network & Sharing Center.

Control Panel > Network & Sharing Center.

o Obtain an IP address automatically.WIFIR3

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o Obtain DNS server address automatically.

Management > Upgrade Firmware.

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o Obtain an IP address automatically. o Obtain DNS server address automatically.

Management > Upgrade Firmware.

o Obtain an IP address automatically. o Obtain DNS server address automatically.

Management > Upgrade Firmware.

Control Panel > Network & Sharing Center.

Control Panel > Network & Sharing Center.

Management > Upgrade Firmware.

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