Kasda Networks KW5583 802.11b/g/n wireless repeater User Manual
Kasda Networks inc 802.11b/g/n wireless repeater
User Manual
Kasda Networks Inc.
www.kasdanet.com
B-31, Tanlang Industry Park, Xili, Nanshan, 518055, Shenzhen,China
KW5583
User Manual
Version 1
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Content
1. Product Overview .......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Main Features ............................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Wireless Features ....................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Management Support ................................................................................................ 2
1.4 System Requirements ................................................................................................ 2
1.5 Environmental ........................................................................................................... 2
1.6 Package ...................................................................................................................... 3
2. Product introduction ...................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Hardware Description ............................................................................................... 4
2.2 How the Extender Works........................................................................................... 6
2.3 Connect a PC to the Extender with an Ethernet Cable .............................................. 7
3. Web-based Settings Guide ............................................................................................. 9
3.1 Extender main page configuration .......................................................................... 9
3.1.1 LAN configuration .................................................................................... 10
3.1.2 WAN configuration ................................................................................... 12
3.1.3 Wireless configuration .............................................................................. 14
3.1.4 Administration configuration .................................................................... 17
3.2 Connect the Extender to an Existing Network ........................................................ 21
3.2.1 Connect the Extender to an Existing Network ............................................. 21
3.2.2 Using WPS ................................................................................................... 23
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1. Product Overview
Thank you for choosing our product. The KASDA Universal WIFI Range Extender KW5583
effectively doubles the operating distance of your entire wireless network and conveniently
avoids additional need for power cables or device clutter on your office desk or home theater.
KW5583 extends your wireless network to include the area outside the range of your existing
wireless router by overcoming obstacles and enhancing overall network signal quality, giving
you the freedom to roam anywhere in the house and access Internet without worrying about
coverage. The product was specifically designed to be plugged into an electrical outlet, and
blends in nicely with any surrounding. It is compatible with wireless b/g/n routers, gateways and
Internet service provider devices.
With 300Mbps wireless N speeds, KW5583 turns your ‘dead zones’ into connected zones,
helping you keep mobile devices, media players and computers connected to Wi-Fi with a
reliable connection.
1.1 Main Features
Extend Internet access throughout your home for wireless devices like iPads ,
iPods , laptops, smart phones, game consoles and TVs.
Keep your current equipment and improve coverage to eliminate wireless
“dead zones”
Very easy to use.Sets up in minutes, no need to insert a CD or plug in Ethernet
cables
Push ‘N’ Connect— Push ‘N’ Connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
connects computers and/or routers to the Extender quickly and securely
Works with any wireless b/g/n router or gateway from KASDA and other
brands
Works with all security standards including WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, mixed
mode and WEP
Ethernet port allows the Extender to function as a bridge to connect to home
theater devices
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1.2 Wireless Features
Fully IEEE 802.11b /g /n compatible.
Wireless data rate up to 300 Mbps
Operating in the unlicensed 2.4 GHz ISM band
Easy wireless security encryption at a push of the WPS button
Supports 64/128 bits WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA/WPA2-PSK, 802.1x
1.3 Management Support
Web Based GUI
Upgrade or update via FTP/HTTP
Command Line Interface via Telnet
Firmware upgrade-able for future feature enhancement
1.4 System Requirements
802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz wireless router or gateway
802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz wireless adapter or Ethernet adapter and cable for each
computer
Microsoft® Windows 7, Windows 8, Vista®, XP®, 2000, Mac OS®, UNIX®,
or Linux®
Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 5.0, Firefox® 2.0 or Safari® 1.4 or higher
1.5 Environmental
Operating temperature: 32° to 140° F (0° to 40° C)
Operating Humidity:10% ~ 90% RH non-condensing;
Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 90%RH non-condensing.
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1.6 Package
KW5583 ×1
CD ×1
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2. Product introduction
2.1 Hardware Description
The LEDs on the front panel show how the Extender is working:
LED
Color
Function
PWR
Green
Off: Power Not Supplied
On: Power Supplied
LAN
Green
On: LAN link established and active via LAN port
Blinking: ADSL data activity occurs
Off: No LAN link via LAN port
WIFI
Green
On: The wireless module is ready and idle
Blinking: Data transmitting or receiving over WLAN Off:
The wireless function is off
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WPS button: Press the WPS button to wirelessly connect the Extender to your router or wireless
adapter.
The side panel has the following feature:
Reset: Factory Reset button. To use this button, stick a paper clip into the reset hole and hold it
until the Status LED flashes.
The down panel has the following feature:
Ethernet Port. You can use this for a wired connection to a computer or other device as described
in the User Manual.
Note: When using extender, forr best performance, position antennas pointing up.
WPS
Green
On: There is wireless security (WPA or WPA2).
Blinking: Trying to establish a WPS connection
Off: WPS function is off or no WPS connection
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2.2 How the Extender Works
The Extender works like a bridge between a wireless router and a computer or wireless device
outside the wireless router’s range. To do this, the Extender has two main jobs:
1. The Extender connects to a wireless network that is up and running. When the Extender
connects wirelessly to a network, it acts as a network client. This is similar to how a computer
connects to a network.
2. The Extender acts as an access point for computers.
In its role as an access point, the Extender performs tasks that wireless routers do, such as
broadcasting its network name (SSID).
Range Extender in a home
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When to Use Your Extender?
KASDA recommends that you connect to the Extender only when your home network
connection is poor. Because data traffic routed through the Extender is inherently slower than
traffic routed directly from the network, the computer should stay on the network if the
connection is good enough. KASDA recommends that you connect through the Extender
network only when the computer is in a “dead zone” where connection from the network is very
poor or non-existent.
The ideal location to place the Extender is half-way between your wireless router and your
computer.
Range extender location
The best connection is established when there is a clear line of sight between the Extender and
the wireless router and also a clear line of sight between the Extender and the computer you are
using. If this straight path is blocked by a thick wall or other materials, move the Extender to a
different location half-way between the computer and the router. If there is no power outlet
nearby, or you prefer to place the Extender elsewhere, move the Extender closer to the computer.
2.3 Connect a PC to the Extender with an Ethernet Cable
Usually, you connect to the Extender wirelessly, but you can use its LAN port to connect a wired
device such as an Ethernet-enabled gaming console, printer, or PC.
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1. Connect your computer to the Extender with an Ethernet cable.
2. Plug the Extender into an electrical outlet.
3. Log in as described in the following section.
CAUTION:
Do not use Ethernet cable to connect the Extender to a router. If you do so, the Extender does not
work because it is designed to use only a wireless connection to the router.
If you have trouble connecting
Make sure you use a computer that occupies the same subnet with the Extender. The
simplest way to do this for many users will be to use DHCP server that is enabled by default
on the Extender.
If you start your computer, connect the Ethernet cable to the Extender, and launch your
browser quickly, the computer might still need a couple of minutes to recognize the Ethernet
LAN connection before you can connect.
Make sure that your Ethernet cable is securely connected to the Extender and the computer,
and that the Extender LAN LED is on. If the LED is not lit reconnect the Ethernet cable, and
relaunch your Internet browser.
1. On your computer, launch an Internet browser such as Mozilla Firefox or Microsoft Internet
Explorer.
2. In the address field of your browser, enter 192.168.0.1. You are prompted to enter a user
name and password. They are: admin & admin. Now you can configuration your extender.
You can log in to the Extender to use the menu selections to view or change the extender’s
settings.
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3. Web-based Settings Guide
To change settings, connect the Extender to your computer and use your Internet browser to go
to http://192.168.0.1 described in Connect a PC to the Extender with an Ethernet Cable.
3.1 Extender main page configuration
When using http://192.168.0.1 to log on to the setting pages. Enter username “admin” and
password “admin”, then click “OK”.
You will see the following page. The Status page displays the Router's current status and wan
configuration.
This page show the router local, Ethernet network.
If you are using the Router as a DHCP server, that will be displayed here.
Click OK
Enter username ‘admin’
and password ‘admin’
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These are the current settings or information for Wireless. You can configure them in the
Wireless -> Basic Settings page.
3.1.1 LAN configuration
You can configure the IP parameters of LAN on this page.
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Router IP
Local IP Address / Subnet Mask: This is the router IP Address and Subnet Mask as seen on
the internal LAN. The default value is 192.168.0.1 for IP Address and 255.255.255.0 for Subnet
Mask.
Network Address Server setting(DHCP)
DHCP Server – Keep the default, Enable, to enable the router's DHCP server option. If you
already have a DHCP server on your network or you do not want a DHCP server, then select
Disable.
Start IP Address:Specify an IP address for the DHCP Server to start with when assigning IP
addresses. 192.168.0.100 is the default start address.
Maximum number of Users – Enter the maximum number of PCs that you want the DHCP
server to assign IP addresses to. The absolute maximum is 253, possible if 192.168.1.2 is your
starting IP address.
Client Lease Time – Enter the length of time, in minutes, that a DHCP client will be allowed to
use a dynamic IP address. The default is 0 minutes, which means one day. After this time is up,
the client will be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address, or the lease will be renewed.
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Note:
1) If you change the IP Address of LAN, you must use the new IP Address to log in the
extender.
2) If the new LAN IP Address you set is not in the same subnet, the IP Address pool of the
DHCP server will change accordingly at the same time.
3.1.2 WAN configuration
The router supports several connection types to WAN (wide area network).These types are
selected from the dropdown menu beside WAN Connection Type. The setting fields differ
depending on the connection type you selected.
WAN Connection Type
(1) Automatic Configuration – DHCP
If you connect using a dynamic IP address or cable modem, keep the default: Automatic
Configuration - DHCP.
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Host Name (Optional) – Enter a host name for the extender, if required by your ISP.
Domain Name (Optional) – Enter a domain name for the extender, if required by your ISP.
MTU – MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies the largest packet size permitted
for Internet transmission. Keep the default setting, Auto, to have the router select the best MTU
for your Internet connection. To specify a MTU size, select Manual, and enter the value desired
(default is 1400). You should leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range.
(2) Static IP .
To use a fixed IP address to connect to the Internet, select Static IP.
Internet IP Address – Enter the IP address provided by your ISP.
Subnet Mask – Enter the subnet mask provided by your ISP.
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Default Gateway – Enter the gateway IP address provided by your ISP.
DNS 1-3 – Enter the DNS (Domain Name System) server IP address(es) provided by your
ISP.
3.1.3 Wireless configuration
Wireless basic settings
Use the Guest Access feature to provide guests visiting your home with Internet access only. The
guest network is a wireless network separate from your local network.
• Allow Guest Access – To allow Internet access through a guest network, select yes.
• Guest Network Name – The name of the guest network is displayed.
• SSID Broadcast – When wireless devices survey the local area for wireless networks to
associate with, they will detect the SSID (wireless network name) broadcast by the Router. To
broadcast the SSID of the guest network, keep the default, Enabled.
You can select one of the following security options:
• Disabled – The wireless security function can be enabled or disabled. If disabled, the
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wireless stations will be able to connect the Router without encryption. It is recommended
strongly that you choose one of following options to enable security.
• WEP – Select 802.11 WEP security.
• WPA/WPA2 - Personal – Select WPA based on pre-shared passphrase.
• WPA/WPA2 - Enterprise – Select WPA based on Radius Server.
Each security option has its own settings as described follows.
WEP
Select a level of WEP encryption.
• Passphrase – Enter a passphrase to automatically generate WEP keys. Then click
Generate.
• Key 1 – If you did not enter a passphrase, enter the WEP key(s) manually.
WPA/WPA2
Version - You can select one of following versions,
• WPA – Wi-Fi Protected Access.
• WPA2 – WPA version 2.
• RADIUS Server – Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server.
• RADIUS Port – Enter the port number of the RADIUS server. The default is1812.
• Shared Key – Enter the key shared between the Router and the server.
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Version - You can select one of following versions,
• WPA-PSK – Pre-shared key of WPA.
• WPA2-PSK – Pre-shared key of WPA2.
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PSK Password –You can enter ASCII or Hexadecimal characters. For Hexadecimal, the
length should be between 8 and 64 characters; for ASCII, the length should be between 8 and 63
characters.
Wireless settings
• Channel – This field determines which operating frequency will be used. It is not
necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with another
nearby access point. If you select auto, then AP will choose the best channel automatically.
• Bandwidth – The bandwidth of the wireless channel.
WPS configuration
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WPS function will help you add a new device to the network quickly. If the new device supports
Wi-Fi Protected Setup and is equipped with a configuration button, you can add it to the network
by pressing the configuration button on the device and then press the button on the Router within
two minutes. The status LED on the Router will light blue for five minutes if the device has been
successfully added to the network. If the new device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup and the
connection way using PIN, you can add it to the network by entering the Router's PIN.
• WPS Status – Enable or disable the WPS function here.
• Push Button – This button's function is same to the physical button on the router.
3.1.4 Administration configuration
Time setting
This page allows you to set the time manually or to configure automatic time
synchronization. The Router can automatically update the time from an NTP server via the
Internet.
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Time Zone - Select your local time zone from this pull-down list.
Time Servers - Select the time servers.You can choose the place where you are.Or select
Custom to configure the servers by yourself.
Note: After you have made your changes, Click Save to apply the changes.
Password:
It is strongly recommended that you change the factory default user name and password of the
Router. All users who try to access the Router's web-based utility will be prompted for the
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Router's user name and password.
Backup/restore/reset
Click the Backup button to save all configuration settings to your local computer as a
file. Click the Browse button to find the configuration file which you want to restore.
Click the Upload button to update the configuration with the file whose path is the one you
have input or selected in the blank.
Click the Reset Defaults button to reset all configuration settings to their default values.
The default User Name: admin
The default Password: admin
The default Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
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You can also press and hold the Reset button on the side panel for 6 seconds. The Extender
resets, and returns to its factory settings.
1. Maximum wireless signal rate (IEEE Standard 802.11). Actual throughput will vary.
Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building
materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.
Note: All changed settings will be lost when defaults are restored.
Firmware update
Click Browse/Choose and select the firmware upgrade file. Then click Start Upgrade.
Factory settings
Wireless
Wireless communication
enabled
Wireless Network name(SSID)
Security
disabled
Transmission speed
Auto1
Operating mode
802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b
Data rate
Up to 300Mbps
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Warning: Upgrading firmware may take a few minutes; please don't turn off the power or press
the reset button.
Upgrade must not be interrupted!!
3.2 Connect the Extender to an Existing Network
3.2.1 Connect the Extender to an Existing Network
Here you can use quick setup page to connect the Extender to an Existing Network. This page
will guide you through the process step by step configuration wireless extensions.
Step 1: Click the start button to search for available near the SSID.
Step 2: After completion of the progress bar will automatically jump to the next screen, please
wait around 30s.
Step 3: Select the SSID in the table you need as the primary SSID. Its security mode will be
filled in the Security Mode list, please input password that you have selected. And then click
next.
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Step 4: In the second SSID corresponding box enter your SSID. In the corresponding box
password enter the password you set. Click Apply button to complete the setting.
Step 5: You have completed all set! It is to set up the connection for you, please wait for 1 to 2
minutes. Set up automatically jump to the main interface as below if the connection is successful.
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3.2.2 Using WPS
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) lets you connect a wireless device to the Extender’s network
without entering the wireless network passphrase or key. Instead, you use a WPS button or enter
a PIN to connect. WPS supports WPA and WPA2 wireless security. If your Extender network is
open (no wireless security is set), then connecting with WPS automatically sets WPA2 + WPA
wireless security on the Extender network.
To use the Extender WPS button to connect:
1. Locate the WPS button on the side of the Extender.
2. Press the Extender’s WPS button for 2 minutes, the Extender attempts to add a wireless
client (a wireless device) to its wireless network.
3. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on your wireless device, or follow the WPS
instructions that came with your wireless device. Your wireless device is now connected to
the Extender.
RF Exposure Information and Statement
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm
between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
- This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
(i) Ce dispositif doit être installé et exploité dans une enceinte entièrement fermée afin de prévenir
les rayonnements RF qui pourraient autrement perturber la navigation aéronautique. L’installation
doit être effectuée par des installateurs qualifiés, en pleine conformité avec les instructions du
fabricant.
(ii) Ce dispositif ne peut être exploité qu'en régime de non-brouillage et de non-protection,
c’est-à-dire que l’utilisateur doit accepter que des radars de haute puissance de la même bande de
fréquences puissent brouiller ce dispositif ou même l’endommager. D’autre part, les capteurs de
niveau à propos desquels il est démontré qu’ils perturbent une exploitation autorisée par licence de
fonctionnement principal doivent être enlevés aux frais de leur utilisateur.