TRENDNET TEW822DRE AC1200 WiFi Range Extender User Manual

TRENDNET, Inc. AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Users Manual

Users Manual

TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 2 Table of Contents Table of Contents ...................................................................................... 2 Product Overview .................................................................................... 3 Features ........................................................................................................................... 3 Easy Setup.................................................................................................................. 3 AC1200 Dual Band ................................................................................................. 3 Extreme Coverage .................................................................................................. 3 Gigabit Port ............................................................................................................... 3 No Clutter ................................................................................................................... 3 Operating Modes ..................................................................................................... 3 Encrypted Wireless ................................................................................................ 3 Compatibility ............................................................................................................ 3 Targeted Beamforming ........................................................................................ 3 Package Contents ......................................................................................................... 4 Hardware Features .................................................................................. 5 Application Diagram ............................................................................... 7 Setting Up ......................................................................................................................... 8 WPS Connection ........................................................................................................... 8 Web Browser Configuration ................................................................................. 10 Access your Range Extender through the Web Browser ......... 13 System Management and Default Settings ...................................................... 13 Multi-Language ........................................................................................................... 13 Major Settings ............................................................................................................. 13 Main - Wizard ......................................................................................................... 13 Main - Network Settings .................................................................................... 14 Main - System ......................................................................................................... 14 Main - Time Settings ............................................................................................15 Wireless .........................................................................................................................16 Site Survey ...............................................................................................................16 Status ..............................................................................................................................17 System Information .............................................................................................17 Local Logs.................................................................................................................17 Statistics ....................................................................................................................18 Wireless Client List ..............................................................................................18 Tools ................................................................................................................................19 Upload Firmware ..................................................................................................19 Backup Settings .....................................................................................................19 Ping Test ...................................................................................................................20 Email Notification .................................................................................................20 Remote Logging .....................................................................................................21 LED Control .............................................................................................................21 Logout ........................................................................................................................22 Technical Specifications ..................................................................... 23 Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 24 Regulations .............................................................................................. 26 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement ...................26 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement ..............................................................26 Industry Canada .........................................................................................................27 Caution: .....................................................................................................................27 Avertissement: .......................................................................................................27 Radiation Exposure Statement: ......................................................................27 Limited Warranty .................................................................................. 28
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 3 Product Overview TEW-822DRE Features TRENDnet's AC1200 WiFi Range Extender, model TEW-822DRE, offers extreme wireless coverage to eliminate existing wireless network dead spots. Setup takes minutes with no drivers to install and it stays out of the way by plugging directly into an outlet. Connect to either an existing WiFi N or WiFi AC router and extend concurrent WiFi N and AC networks into an area with low or no wireless. Easy Setup Quick intuitive setup connects to either a WiFi AC or WiFi N network and adopts existing WiFi settings AC1200 Dual Band Broadcasts concurrent high speed 867 Mbps WiFi AC + 300 Mbps WiFi N networks Extreme Coverage Adjustable external antennas, high power amplifiers, and multiple antenna technology produces extreme wireless coverage Gigabit Port Gigabit port extends a high performance connection to a wired device No Clutter The extender plugs directly into an outlet Operating Modes External switch toggles between Extender (connects to a WiFi network) and Access Point (connects to a wired network) modes Encrypted Wireless Supports the latest encryption standards Compatibility Compatible with legacy wireless devices Targeted Beamforming Increased real-time performance by directing stronger wireless signals to a device’s specific location
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 4 *Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical specifications. Actual data throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference, network traffic, building materials and other conditions. Package Contents TEW-822DRE package includes: • TEW-822DRE • Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide • CD-ROM (User’s Guide) If any package content is missing or damaged, please contact the retail store, online retailer, or reseller/distributor from which the product was purchased.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 5 Hardware Features Network Port Connect a network cable (Ethernet cable) to your network when operating in AP (Access Point) mode. Operation Mode Switch Switch the Operation Mode Switch to Off to turn off the wireless. Position the switch to Extender to operate TEW-822DRE in range extender mode. Position the switch to AP to work in access point mode. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Button + LED Indicator Push and release the WPS button to activate WPS copying wireless settings from your router. The LED indicator will start blinking when WPS pairing is activated. Reset Button Resets your repeater. Push and hold this button for 5 seconds with a pin or paper clip to reset configuration to factory default. Power Plug Release Button To exchange different style of power plug. (This package comes with only one power plug.) Operating Mode Switch Network Port WPS Button + LED Indicator Adjustable Antenna Power Plug Power Plug Release Button
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 6 LED Indicators Power The indicator is solid blue when your range extender is powered on. When this light is off, there is no power to your range extender. The light will also blink when WPS is activated. The light will stop blinking and remain solid blue automatically once WPS process is completed. Network Connect a network cable (Ethernet cable) to your computer for manual configuration. Wireless The Wireless LED shows the wireless connection between Range Extender and your wireless router. When it lights with solid blue, the Range Extender established a good wireless connection with your router. When it blinks, it means there are data running through the wireless connection. Red Lights: When wireless connection is weak, the Wireless LED is in red. The Range Extender can still extend the weak wireless signal in lower speed. It is recommend to relocate your wireless router or Range Extender once there’s a chance. Off: The Wireless LED will be turned off if there’s no wireless connection to your wireless router at all. Power Wireless Network
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 7 Application Diagram TEW-822DRE is a dual band 802.11ac range extender which can extend your wireless router’s range or coverage. Furthermore, it can extend to both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to the clients. If your router works only on 2.4 GHz or 5G Hz, you can simply extend it to be a dual band network. simply plug the TEW-822DRE at a location in between your wireless router and your computer or mobile device to eliminate the dead spot of connection.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 8 Setting Up There are two ways of setup: by pushing Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button or web browser configuration. WPS Connection 1. Plug in the TEW-822DRE to a power outlet nearby your wireless router and switch the operation switch to Extender. The power LED indicator will start blinking in blue, it means the system is booting up. When the LED blinking in amber, the TEW-822DRE is ready for setup. 2. Press and release the WPS button on the repeater. The LED will blinking in green, which means the TEW-822DRE has begun WPS pairing. 3. Press and hold the WPS button on the router for 5 seconds to start WPS pairing.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 9 4. The LED will change to solid blue once the WPS connection is established. 5. (Optional) Relocate the TEW-822DRE and plug at a location between wireless router and your computer.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 10 Web Browser Configuration 1. Plug in the TEW-822DRE to a power outlet nearby your wireless router and computer, then switch the device on. The LED indicator will start blinking in red, which means the system is booting up. When the LED blinking in amber, the TEW-822DRE is ready for setup. 2. Open your computer’s wireless network settings and search available wireless networks for TRENDnet737. No security password is required. The wireless encryption security will be setup in following steps. Or, Connect a network cable (not included in the package) from your computer to the TEW-822DRE’s network port.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 11 3. Open the web browser and type http://tew-822dre or http://192.168.10.100 to access the administration page. (See trouble shooting page if you cannot access the administration page.) Enter administrator login information. (The default user name is admin and the password is admin.) 4. Change your administrator password from the factory default setting. Click Apply to continue. 5. Choose manual setting to search and select your wireless router manually.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 12 6. Select the wireless router or access point you want to connect with and then click Connect. 7. Enter the WiFi key and then click Next. 8. click Next. 9. TEW-822DRE will reboot to apply the change. The LED will cycle through flashing red, flashing amber, and then turn to solid green once the connection is established. 10. (Optional) Relocate the TEW-822DRE and plug at a location between wireless router and your computer.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 13 Access your Range Extender through the Web Browser System Management and Default Settings The TEW-822DRE has following settings: User name: admin Password: admin Multi-Language Select your preferred language in the TEW-822DRE login page. Major Settings Main - Wizard Run the setup wizard again
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 14 Main - Network Settings . Main - System .
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 15 Main - Time Settings .
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 16 Wireless Site Survey Search wireless sites.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 17 Status System Information System reference information. Local Logs .
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 18 Statistics . Wireless Client List List all the wireless clients.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 19 Tools Upload Firmware Click Upload Firmware on the menu to list associated wireless clients. TRENDnet may periodically release firmware upgrades that might add features or fix problems associated with your TRENDnet model and version. To find out if there is a firmware upgrade available for your device, please check your TRENDnet model and version using the link. http://www.trendnet.com/downloads/ 1. If a firmware upgrade is available, download the firmware to your Computer. 2. Unzip the file to a folder on your computer. 3. Log into the repeater (default http://tew-822dre) 4. Click on Administrator and then Upload Firmware. 5. Click Browse … and navigate to the folder on your computer in which the unzipped firmware file (.bin) is. 6. Located and select it the firmware file. 7. Click Upload. Backup Settings Save Configuration Settings Click Save to export settings to your computer. Restore Configuration Settings To restore settings previously saved on your computer, click Browse… to select a configuration file and then click Load to import the previous settings. Restore Factory Default Settings Click Restore to restore settings to factory defaults. System Reboot Click Restart to reboot your TEW-822DRE.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 20 Ping Test Ping test tool. Email Notification Email notification setups.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 21 Remote Logging Remote Syslog. LED Control Control LED indicators.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 22 Logout Logout from the system.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 23 Technical Specifications Wireless Modulation: BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM, 256-QAM with OFDM Antenna: External antenna Frequency:  FCC: 2.412 - 2.462 GHz, 5.180 - 5.240 GHz, 5.745 - 5.825 GHz  ETSI: 2.412 - 2.472 GHz, 5.180 - 5.580 GHz, 5.660 - 5.700 GHz Wireless Channels:  FCC: 1 -11, 36, 40, 44, 48, 149, 153, 157, 161, 165  ETSI: 1 – 13, 36, 40, 44, 48, (52, 56, 60, 64, 100, 104, 108, 112, 116, 132, 136, 140) Due to regulatory requirements, the wireless channels specified cannot be statically assigned, but will be available within the available wireless channels when set to auto. Data Rate:  802.11ac: up to 867 Mbps (Auto Fallback)  802.11a: up to 54 Mbps  802.11n: up to 300 Mbps (Auto Fallback)  802.11g: up to 54 Mbps  802.11b: up to 11 Mbps Output Power:  802.11a: FCC: 22 dBm (typical), CE: 20 dBm (typical) @ 54 Mbps  802.11b: FCC: 20 dBm (typical), CE: 20 dBm (typical) @ 11 Mbps  802.11g: FCC: 27 dBm (typical), CE: 20 dBm (typical) @ 54 Mbps  802.11n: FCC: 27 dBm (typical), CE: 20 dBm (typical) @ 300 Mbps  802.11ac: FCC: 26 dBm (typical), CE: 20 dBm (typical) @ 867 Mbps Receiving Sensitivity:  802.11a: -65 dBm (typical) @ 54 Mbps  802.11b: -83 dBm (typical) @ 11 Mbps  802.11g: -65 dBm (typical) @ 54 Mbps  802.11n: -61 dBm (typical) @ 300 Mbps  802.11ac: -51 dBm (typical) @ 867 Mbps Encryption: 64/128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2-PSK *Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical specifications. Actual data throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference, network traffic, building materials and other conditions.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 24 Troubleshooting Situation: I typed http://tew-822dre but I am not able to access the unit. What should I do? Solution: The host name resolution is good for most systems, including Windows, OS X, and iOS. Please enter the IP address (default: 192.168.10.100) if you experience difficulty in accessing the range extender. Proceed following steps for correct name resolution. 1. Turn the TEW-822DRE’s operating mode switch to Extender or AP. 2. Reset the device to factory default settings by pushing the reset button for 5 seconds. 3. Make sure you have a good wireless connection to the default SSID: TRENDnet822_5GHz_xxxx, TRENDnet822_2.4GHz_xxxx, or connect to the TEW-822DRE using a network cable. The default wireless password is printed on the device label on same side of the power plug. 4. Make sure your laptop/PC is not joined to any network domain. 5. Open a browser and type http://tew-822dre (You must enter the leading http:// to resolve the text as a host name) Situation: How do I reset the device to factory default? Solution: 1. Use a pin such as a staple to press and hold the reset button at the bottom of the TEW-822DRE for 5 seconds. 2. You can also reset from the management page. Situation: I entered http://192.168.10.100 but I am not able to access the unit. What should I do? Solution: 1. Turn the TEW-822DRE’s operating mode switch to Extender or AP. 2. Reset the device to factory default settings by pushing the reset button for 5 seconds. 3. Make sure you have a good wireless connection to the default SSID: TRENDnet822_5GHz_xxxx, TRENDnet822_2.4GHz_xxxx, or connect to the TEW-822DRE using a network cable. The default wireless password is printed on the device label on same side of the power plug. 4. Make sure your computer has no other network connections. For example, if you access TEW-822DRE through wireless, disconnect your Ethernet cable. 5. Open a browser and enter http://192.168.10.100 Situation: How do I make sure my unit is connected to a router or an AP? Solution: The LED will turn solid blue when the TEW-822DRE is successfully connected to a router or an AP.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 25 Situation: How can I access the TEW-822DRE once it is setup? Solution: You can use its host name (http://tew-822dre) or IP address to access the TEW-822DRE. After repeater setup, the TEW-822DRE will get an IP address from your router (DHCP). Check the DHCP client list on your router if you want to access the TEW-822DRE with its IP address.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 26 Regulations Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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 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. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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. IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user. Operation of this device is restricted to indoor use only.
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 27 Industry Canada This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 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. Caution: the device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems; Avertissement: les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande de 5150 à 5250MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l'intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux; Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations: Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps
TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-822DRE © Copyright 2015 TRENDnet. All Rights Reserved. 28 Limited Warranty TRENDnet warrants its products against defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, for the following lengths of time from the date of purchase.  TEW-822DRE – 3 Years Warranty If a product does not operate as warranted during the applicable warranty period, TRENDnet shall reserve the right, at its expense, to repair or replace the defective product or part and deliver an equivalent product or part to the customer. The repair/replacement unit’s warranty continues from the original date of purchase. All products that are replaced become the property of TRENDnet. Replacement products may be new or reconditioned. TRENDnet does not issue refunds or credit. Please contact the point-of purchase for their return policies. TRENDnet shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory data of customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to TRENDnet pursuant to any warranty. There are no user serviceable parts inside the product. Do not remove or attempt to service the product by any unauthorized service center. This warranty is voided if (i) the product has been modified or repaired by any unauthorized service center, (ii) the product was subject to accident, abuse, or improper use (iii) the product was subject to conditions more severe than those specified in the manual. Warranty service may be obtained by contacting TRENDnet within the applicable warranty period and providing a copy of the dated proof of the purchase. Upon proper submission of required documentation a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number will be issued. An RMA number is required in order to initiate warranty service support for all TRENDnet products. Products that are sent to TRENDnet for RMA service must have the RMA number marked on the outside of return packages and sent to TRENDnet prepaid, insured and packaged appropriately for safe shipment. Customers shipping from outside of the USA and Canada are responsible for return shipping fees. Customers shipping from outside of the USA are responsible for custom charges, including but not limited to, duty, tax, and other fees. WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: IF THE TRENDNET PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS WARRANTED ABOVE, THE CUSTOMER’S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE, AT TRENDNET’S OPTION, REPAIR OR REPLACE. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TRENDNET NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE OR USE OF TRENDNET’S PRODUCTS. TRENDNET SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER’S OR ANY THIRD PERSON’S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR OR MODIFY, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY ACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING, OR OTHER HAZARD. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW TRENDNET ALSO EXCLUDES FOR ITSELF AND ITS SUPPLIERS ANY LIABILITY, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATE, OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE, OR INTERRUPTION OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, AND LIMITS ITS LIABILITY TO REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT TRENDNET’S OPTION. THIS DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES WILL NOT BE AFFECTED IF ANY REMEDY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL FAIL OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the state of California. Some TRENDnet products include software code written by third party developers. These codes are subject to the GNU General Public License (“GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (“LGPL”). Go to http://www.trendnet.com/gpl or http://www.trendnet.com Download section and look for the desired TRENDnet product to access to the GPL Code or LGPL Code. These codes are distributed WITHOUT WARRANTY and are subject to the copyrights of the developers. TRENDnet does not provide technical support for these codes. Please go to http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl.txt or http://www.gnu.org/licenses/lgpl.txt for specific terms of each license. June 22, 2015 TEW-822DRE v1.0R User’s Guide V1.0

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