RFWFE100 - Wifi repeater Renkforce - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RFWFE100 Renkforce

• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. This may become dan- gerous playing material for children.

• Protect the appliance from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity, moisture, ammable gases, steam and solvents.

• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.

• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product: - is visibly damaged, - is no longer working properly, - has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or - has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.

• Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can damage the product.

• Consult an expert when in doubt about the operation, safety or connection of the appliance.

• Maintenance, modications and repairs must only be completed by a technician or an authorised repair centre.

• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our technical support service or other technical personnel. b) Connected devices

• Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected to the product. c) Product damage

• If the product is damaged, do not touch it; there is a danger to life from electric shock! Switch off the mains voltage to the mains socket to which the product is connected (switch off at the corresponding circuit breaker or remove the safety fuse and then switch off the corresponding RCD). Operating Instructions RF-WFE-100 Wi-Fi Extender Item No. 2298215 Intended use Use the product in one of three operating modes:

• Repeater: enlarge the coverage of your existing WLAN network.

• Access Point (AP): set up a separate WLAN network.

• Router: set up a WLAN network and provide Internet access. For this product, WLAN refers to a IEEE802.11 network. It is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture, e.g. in bath- rooms, must be avoided under all circumstances. For safety and approval purposes, you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you use the product for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged. In addition, improper use can result in short circuits, res, electric shocks or other hazards. Read the instructions carefully and store them in a safe place. Make this product available to third parties only together with its operating instructions. This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Delivery content

• Extender • RJ45 network cable • Operating instructions Up-to-date operating instructions Download the latest operating instructions at www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR code shown. Follow the instructions on the website. Explanation of symbols The symbol with the lightning in the triangle is used if there is a risk to your health, e.g. due to an electric shock. The symbol with the exclamation mark in the triangle is used to indicate important information in these operating instructions. Always read this information carefully. Operating elements 1 ON/OFF switch 2 WPS button 3 Mode selector switch (Repeater/Access Point/Router) 4 Reset button 5 LAN socket 6 WAN/LAN socket 7 WLAN signal indicator 8 Power/WPS indicator 9 WAN/LAN indicator 10 LAN indicator light Indicator lights Power/WPS On: product is powered on Off: product is powered off WAN/LAN On: connected host detected Off: no host detected Flashing: data transfer in progress LAN WPS Flashing slowly: connecting to host via WPS Flashing quickly: connecting to an access point (AP) or router WLAN signal Mode WLAN signal indicator Description Router On On On Signal strength: 100 % Access Point (AP) Repeater On On On Signal strength: 75 – 100 % On On -- Signal strength: 50 – 75 % On -- -- Signal strength: <50 % Flashing -- -- DisconnectedGetting started Learn how to set the product up and turn it on. Log into the web interface and congure basic settings: change the login default password and set the time. a) Setting up and switching on

1. Plug the device into a mains socket.

2. Adjust the antennas as shown in the below images.

3. Switch on. Slide the ON/OFF switch to ON.

The Power/WPS indicator lights up.

• To switch off, slide the ON/OFF switch to OFF. The Power/WPS indicator goes out. b) Logging into the web interface Requirements:

• The product is switched on.

• You have a management device (computer, tablet computer) available. Default parameters Web interface address http://ap.setup Default IP address 192.168.10.1 Default password admin Default SSID (network name) Renkforce-2.4G

1. Bring the management device near the product.

2. Connect the management device to the product:

- Wireless: connect to the product SSID (network name). Unless changed, connect to the default SSID. - Wired: use a network cable and connect to the LAN socket.

3. Open the web interface:

- Open a web browser. - Enter http://ap.setup into the address bar and start the search. The interface loads. This takes some time. - (If the interface fails to load) type the product IP address into the URL bar and start the search. Unless changed, use the default IP address.

4. When the interface is loaded, select the desired inter-

The status dashboard shows. c) Conguring basics Requirements:

• The product is switched on.

• You are logged into the web interface. Changing the login password

> Login Password. The password mask shows.

2. Enter the current password and dene a new password.

Use a strong password.

3. Click Apply to change the password.

You can sign it again using the new password after refreshing the browser window. Setting the time

> Time Sengs. The settings window opens.

2. Apply time settings:

- Select the time zone. - Enable SYNC Time if you wish to synchronize the time.

3. Click Apply to save the changes.

What’s next Congure one of the operating modes: Repeater / Access Point (AP) / Router. Repeater mode In repeater mode, the product is connected to a router or access point (AP) and repeats its WLAN signal to extend network coverage. You connect network hosts (e.g. computer or smartphone) to the product using the product SSID (network name) and the password set on the router or access point (AP). Connecting the product You can connect the product to a router or access point via WPS or manually. After connecting, the product broadcasts (unless disabled) a new SSID (network name). By default it uses the router/AP network SSID and appends a sufx in the form: SSID_EXT. You can dene your own SSID. Requirements:

• The product is switched on.

• The product is close to the router/access point you want to connect to. a) Using WPS WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) must be supported and enabled on the router or access point you intend connect to. Make sure you know how to use WPS on the router/access point. NOTICE Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) can make your network vulnerable under certain conditions. If in doubt ask a specialist for assistance. Observe the diagram and connect:

1. Enable the WPS function on the router/access point you intend to connect to.

2. Slide the mode selector switch to Repeater.

3. Hold down the WPS button for 6 seconds, then release it.

The Power/WPS indicator ashes quickly.

4. Start the WPS connection on the router/access point. Wait for the connection to complete

(this takes some time).

On successful connection, some WLAN indicator lights are lit solid.

The product SSID is changed to the router/access point SSID with sufx.

5. (Optional) Change the SSID (network name):

- Log into the web interface. - Go to Wizard . The settings window opens. - In the Repeater SSID eld, overwrite the SSID with your own. - Click Connect to save the changes. b) Connecting manually

1. Slide the mode selector switch to Repeater.

2. Log into the web interface.

. The settings window opens.

4. Congure the connection:

- Select the network of the router/access point or select Manually enter and provide the network details. - Enter the network password of the router/access point into the Wi-Fi Password eld. - (Optional) In the Repeater SSID eld, overwrite the SSID with your own.

5. Click Connect to complete the conguration.

On successful connection, some WLAN indicator lights are lit solid.

The product SSID is changed to the router/access point SSID with sufx or your own SSID.Placing the repeater Requirements:

• The product is congured in repeater mode.

• The product is switched off. Find a suitable location with satisfactory signal reception.

1. Use a smartphone or network detector to nd a suitable location for the product:

- Decide in which direction and into what area you intend to extend the network. - Determine a location with good to excellent reception. Start near the router/access point.

2. Plug the product into a mains socket near the determined location.

3. Switch the product on.

4. Verify the signal quality. Refer to the below diagram for details.

Good reception is indicated by at least two (2x) WLAN bars.

5. Reposition the product if necessary.

Host network Extended network Connecting devices Connect network hosts (e.g. computer or smartphone) to the product for network access. You can connect hosts wirelessly (WPS or manually) or using a network cable. Requirements:

• The product is switched on and congured in repeater mode.

• The product is connected to a router/access point. a) Wireless: using WPS NOTICE Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) can make your network vulnerable under certain conditions. If in doubt ask a specialist for assistance.

1. On the device you want to connect, start the WPS connection:

- Turn on Wi-Fi and enable WPS. - Start connecting by WPS (e.g. ‘WPS Push Button’ on Android).

2. On the product, hold down the WPS button for 2 seconds, then release to start connecting.

While connecting, the Power/WPS indicator on the product ashes slowly.

3. Wait for conrmation on the device you are connecting.

On receipt, the device is connected to the product. b) Wireless: connecting manually

1. Connect to the product WLAN network.

2. Enter the password of the router/access point the product is connected to.

3. Wait for the connection to complete.

1. Connect your device to the LAN port (max. 100 Mbps) on the product using a network

cable. Viewing network status You can view network metrics on the status dashboard.

1. Log into the web interface.

. The status dashboard opens.

• Click Clients to view the detailed client list. Further conguration Further conguration options are available through the web interface. Explore the Setup and Wi-Fi pages. Make sure you understand what the settings do before you change them. Some are meant for advanced users with specialist knowledge. Access Point (AP) mode In access point mode (AP mode), the product provides a separate WLAN network. The product connects to a router or access point using a network cable. After connecting, the product broadcasts (unless disabled) the user dened SSID (network name). You can connect network hosts (e.g. computer, smartphone) to the WLAN network provided by the product. Bandwidth is limited to 100 Mbps. Conguring the product Conguration can take place away from the operating location. Requirements:

• The product is switched on.

1. Slide the mode selector switch to Access Point.

2. Log into the web interface.

. The settings window opens.

4. Congure the wireless network:

- Enter a network SSID (network name) into the Wi-Fi SSID eld. - Select network authentication: Weakest: OPEN (no security, not recommended!) Strongest: WPA2-PSK (recommended) Device compatibility: Devices you intend to connect must support the selected option. - Enter a network password into the Wi-Fi Password eld. Use a strong password.

5. Click on Apply to save the changes.

The product is ready to be connected to a router/access point. Connecting the product to a router/access point Requirements:

• The product is switched on and congured in access point mode.

1. Connect the WAN/LAN port on the product to the router/access point using a network cable.

• (Recommended) CAT 6 rated or higher.

The product is now ready to accept network hosts (e.g. computer, smartphone). Connecting devices Connect network hosts (e.g. computer or smartphone) to the product for network access. You can connect hosts wirelessly or using a network cable. Requirements:

• The product is switched on and congured in access point mode.

• The product is connected to a router/access point. a) Wireless connection

1. Connect to the product WLAN network. Use the congured SSID (network name) and pass-

word. b) Network cable

1. Connect your device to the LAN port (max. 100 Mbps) on the product using a network

cable. Viewing network status You can view network metrics on the status dashboard.

1. Log into the web interface.

. The status dashboard opens.

• Click on Clients to view the detailed client list. Further conguration Further conguration options are available through the web interface. Explore the Setup and Wi-Fi pages. Make sure you understand what the settings do before you change them. Some are meant for advanced users with specialist knowledge.This is a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1, D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com). All rights in- cluding translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microlming, or the capture in electronic data processing systems require the prior written approval by the editor. Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited. This publication represent the technical status at the time of printing. Copyright 2020 by Conrad Electronic SE. *2298215_v1_1020_02_jh_m_4L_(1) Router mode In router mode, the product provides a WLAN network and Internet access. Bandwidth is limited to 100 Mbps. Conguring the product Conguration can take place away from the operating location. Requirements:

• The product is switched on.

1. Slide the mode selector switch to Router.

2. Log into the web interface.

. The settings window opens.

4. Congure the Internet connection:

- Decide if your connection uses DSL (select PPoE), a static IP (select Stac IP) or dy- namic IP (select Dynamic IP) connection. Check with your Internet service provider if needed. - Enter the required details for the selected connection type.

5. Congure the wireless network:

- Enter a network SSID (network name) into the Wi-Fi SSID eld. - Select network authentication: Weakest: OPEN (no security, not recommended!) Strongest: WPA2-PSK (recommended) Device compatibility: Ensure your devices support the selected option. - Enter a network password into the Wi-Fi Password eld. Use a strong password.

6. Click on Apply to save the changes.

The product is ready to be connected to the Internet. Connecting the product to the Internet

1. Plug the modem cable into the WAN/LAN port on the product.

On successful signal detection, the WAN/LAN indicator is lit.

The product is now ready to accept network hosts (e.g. computer, smartphone). Connecting devices Connect network hosts (e.g. computer or smartphone) to the product for network access. You can connect hosts wirelessly or using a network cable. Requirements:

• The product is switched on and congured in router mode.

• The product is connected to the Internet. a) Wireless connection

1. Connect to the product WLAN network. Use the congured SSID (network name) and pass-

word. b) Network cable

1. Connect your device to the LAN port (max. 100 Mbps) on the product using a network

cable. Viewing network status You can view network metrics on the status dashboard.

1. Log into the web interface.

. The status dashboard opens.

• Click on Clients to view the detailed client list. Further conguration Further conguration options are available through the web interface. Explore the Setup and Wi-Fi pages. Make sure you understand what the settings do before you change them. Some are meant for advanced users with specialist knowledge. Backing up and restoring congurations Save a backup le of the current congurations. Restore settings from a backup le.

1. (If switched off) switch the product on.

2. Log into the web interface.

> Backup/Restore Sengs. The settings window opens.

4. Depending on your needs, follow the backup or restore instructions.

Resetting Resetting the product restores the default settings (including passwords).

1. (If the product operates in router mode) disconnect it from the Internet.

2. (If switched off) switch the product on.

3. Use a paper clip and hold down the Reset button for 3 seconds.

4. Wait for the indicator lights to light up again.

The product is reset. Care and cleaning

• Disconnect the product from the mains before each cleaning.

• Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents, rubbing alcohol or other chemical solutions as they can cause damage to the housing and malfunctioning.