Indoor / Outdoor Wi-Fi Range Extender Model Number: IT144052 INSTRUCTION MANUAL After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
Indoor / Outdoor Wi-Fi Range Extender Warranty Details The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period of 12 months (dependant on product) from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion.
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a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. Parts List a. b. c. d. After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.au 1 x Wi-Fi Range Extender 1 x Stand Metal Pole Clamp PoE Adaptor e. f. g. h.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE LED Indicators a) Power: When lit, the power is on. b) Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is passing through the Wi-Fi Range Extender. c) LAN: Shows the connection status and data activity of your local network (network devices connected to the Access Point. d) POE: Shows the connection status of the LAN port on the PoE Adapter 6 After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 4 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Inside Panel a) Optional External Antenna Port: RJ-SMA antenna connector. Compatible with all antennas with RP-SMA connectors. Upgradable to high gain antennas for more range. See the External Antenna configuration section for setup procedures. b) PoE Port: Power over Ethernet capable RJ-45 port used to connect the Wi-Fi Range Extender to the included PoE Adapter for power and data connectivity.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Power over Ethernet (PoE) Adapter a) Power Adapter Port: Connect the included power adapter to the PoE adapter port for powering the Wi-Fi Range Extender. b) Repeater Port: Connect a PoE cable between the PoE Adapter’s Repeater port and the PoE port on the Wi-Fi Range Extender to provide power and data to the Wi-Fi Range Extender. . c) LAN Port: Connects to your PC for setup or other wired networking devices for wired network access.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE SETUP GUIDE Find a Setup Location The ofLocation where you setup the Wi-Fi Range extender is very important. The optimal setup location should be within 3m of your Findlocation a Setup router and modem. Once setup is complete the extender can be repositioned halfway between your wireless router and your wireless dead zone. The location of where you install the Wi-Fi Range Extender is very important to how it will function.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Find the Optimal Position for the Wi-Fi Range Extender Choose the option below that best fits your installation scenario. For best results, the signal strength between the Wi-Fi Range Extender and the Home Network / Hot Spot should be greater than 70%. FRONT BACK SR600EX USER’S GUIDE NOTE: Antenna strength is directional. Signal strength from the front of the extender is very strong. Weaker signal from the back, weakest signal from the sides.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Mounting Instructions MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS Desktop Mounting a) b) 7 After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: Place the stand in an optimum location. Secure the Wi-Fi Range Extender onto the desktop mount. 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
Mounting Instructions SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Wall Mounting a) b) c) 12 Place the Wi-Fi Range Extender against the wall, use a pencil and mark two locations through the mounting hole on the wall. Remove the Wi-Fi Range Extender and securely drill two screws where you’ve marked on the wall. Now, mount the unit onto the secured screws. After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
Mounting Instructions SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Pole Mounting a) b) Place the Wi-Fi Range Extender against the pole. Use the included hose clamp and secure it through the smaller hole located on the bottom of the mounting bracket. Use a screw driver to tighten the clamp until the adapter is securely mounted to the pole. 13 After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
Accessing The Smart Setup Wizard FIG. A FIG. B d Wireless Network Wireless Network PWR a. b. c. d. REPEATER LAN Connect cables as shown (fig. A) Disconnect your computer from any wireless networks (fig. B) Open your web browser Type http://192.168.1.240 into the web address bar . Enter the setup web address into your browser: http://192.168.1.240 14 After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Welcome to the Smart Setup Wizard When the web menu appears, click Next to continue to the next page.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Scan for a Wireless Network Click SCAN to begin searching for available wireless networks to repeat. Wireless Wi-Fi Range Extender Highlight your network and click Next to continue. If you fail to find any wireless networks, the Wi-Fi Range Extender may be placed too far from the wireless network that you are trying to repeat. Move your Wi-Fi Range Extender closer to the wireless network that you are trying to repeat and click SCAN again.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Connecting to a Secure Network If the wireless network you are trying to repeat has wireless security enabled, you will be prompted to enter a security key. If you did not select a secure network, continue to the next step. Enter the security key in the space provided. You do not need to select what type of security it is, just simply type in the key and click Next. Wi-Fi Range Extender The Smart Setup Wizard will automatically take care of the rest.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Extender Settings (SSID) The default SSID of the Wi-Fi Range Extender is: Bauhn_Wireless Extender Settings This SSID for the Extended Network may be changed by adjusting the name in the field for the Extended Wireless Network ID. This ID will be used by wireless users connecting to the Wi-Fi Range Extender to identify the Wi-Fi Range Extender ’s Extended Network. It is recommended to use the default settings.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Extender Settings (Security) By default, the Extended Network has security enabled. The WPA security key is “wireless.” Users trying to connect to the Wi-Fi Range Extender wirelessly will be prompted to enter this key. It is recommended that you use the default settings for the wireless security key. Wi-Fi Range Extender. Wi-Fi Range Extender Wi-Fi Range Extender To change the security key, simply retype your new key in the field and click Next.
USER’S GUIDE SR600EX SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Setup Summary Setup Summary Once the Wi-Fi Range has it will Once the Wi-Fi Range Extender hasExtender rebooted, it rebooted, will load the Setup Summary page and provide you with load the Setup Summary page and provide you with details of your setup. the details ofthe your setup.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE SR600EX USER’S GUIDE If the Home Network / Hot Spot connection fails, then try the following… If the Home Network / Hot Spot connection fails, then try the following… a. a. b. b. c. c. d. d. e. e. f. f. g. g. Check that the signal strength between the Wi-Fi Range Extender and your Home Network/Wireless Check that signal strength between the Wi-Fi Range Extender your Home Network/Wireless Hot Spot is the above 70%. If it is not, you may need to reposition theand Wi-Fi Range Extender.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE WIRELESS SETTINGS To modify the settings ofSR600EX your Wi-Fi extender at any time, navigate your web browser to SR600EX USER’S USER’S GUIDE GUIDE http://192.168.1.240 Home Network Settings The Home Network Settings page allows you to adjust WIRELESS SETTINGS On theWIRELESS left side ofSETTINGS the page, select “More Settings” to access the advanced features and settings for your Home Network connection. These manual settings detailed in the following pages.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE allows for faster speeds. Select the channel width you wish to use for your network. This setting must match that of your Home Network for a successful connection. Extended Network Settings The Extended Network Settings page allows you to adjust settings for your Extended Network. Band: Allows you to setup access under a specific combination of Wi-Fi speed standards.
Multiple AP/SSID : You may add an additional name (SSID) to you Extended Network with different characteristics. The additional AP or SSID can have its own security, band and data rate settings. You may restrict users for the specific SSID or provide access to the some users with lower bandwidth Click the “Multiple AP” button to only access multiple access points menu. by changing the band. (i.e. only allow 802.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Security Wireless security allows you to change the type of wireless security settings for your Extended Network or your Home Network. Bauhn Wireless Note: If you adjust the security in your Home Network and it is incorrect, you will no longer have a successful connection to your Home Network. Using the drop down menu, you can select which network you wish to configure and adjust the security settings below.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) WPS is a Wi-Fi feature created to make Wi-Fi setup simpler and easier. Some wireless routers and adapters support this feature with varying names (i.e. one touch setup or WPS). You may enable WPS setup here by selecting the type of WPS setup you wish to use. The Wi-Fi Range Extender supports all types of WPS setup: Wi-Fi Range Extender Push button: You may push the WPS button on the web menu. The Wi-Fi Range Extender does not have a physical WPS button.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Antenna Settings The Wi-Fi Range Extender includes an internal High Power Antenna, however, if you wish to use an external antenna instead of the internal antenna, you may activate the External Antenna port here. Wi-Fi Range Extender Wi-Fi Range Extender Wi-Fi Range Extender The External Antenna Port is a RJ-SMA port and accepts RP-SMA antenna connections. It is compatible with most high gain antennas.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Advanced Settings It is recommended that only experts in Wi-Fi configuration adjust the advanced wireless settings for the Wi-Fi Range Extender. These settings allow you to control the details of your wireless network configuration. 28 After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 27 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE SMART FEATURES The Wi-Fi Range Extender provides your Extended Network with Smart Features that help to provide convenience and protection for your Extended Network. The Smart Features allow you to control access to your Extended Network through on/off schedules, specific user authorizations as well as through the size of your wireless coverage for your Extended Network. Note: These settings are ONLY for your Extended Network and do not apply to your Home Network.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Access Schedule You can set a schedule for when your Wi-Fi is enabled or disabled (both Home Network and the Extended Network) through the Access Schedule feature. a. b. c. d. Enable Access Schedule Select which days you wish for your WiFi to be available Select the time frame during that day that you wish for Wi-Fi to be available Apply Changes Wi-Fi Range Extender. Enabling Access Schedule will also disable Internet access for wired connections.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE User Access Control User Access allows you to deny access or allow access to specific users connecting wirelessly to the Extended Network. Each networking device has a unique address called a MAC address (a 12 digit hex number). By inputting the MAC address into the field, you can define whether that device is allowed into your network or not allowed. 30 After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Wireless Coverage Controls Adjust the output power of the Wi-Fi Range Extender to control the coverage distance of your Extended Wireless Network. For a smaller coverage area you can select a lower output power. For the maximum wireless coverage select the 100% selection. Note that if you select a lower output power, your connection to your Home Network will also decrease in range. So be careful and test your signal strength after each adjustment.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE SR600EX USER’S GUIDE IP SETTINGS IP SETTINGS IP Address: The IP address of the Wi-Fi Range Extender IP The IP Address: Address: TheIPIPaddress addressof ofthe theWi-Fi Wi-FiRange Range Extender Extender Subnet Mask: the subnet of the Wi-Fi Range Extender Subnet Mask:the thesubnet subnetThe ofthe theWi-Fi Wi-Fi Range Extender Subnet Mask: of Range Extender Default Gateway: access point to another Defaultnetwork, Gateway: The access point to another normally the Wi-Fi Extender or your Def
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE DHCP Client Range: The range of IP addresses the Wi-Fi Range Extender’s DHCP server will assign to users and devices connecting to the Wi-Fi Range Extender . Static DHCP: You may set a static IP address within your DHCP network. The Wi-Fi Range Extender will track the device via its MAC address and assign it a pre-defined IP address each time the device logs into the network.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE MANAGEMENT FEATURES The Management features on the Wi-Fi Range Extender allow you to view the status of your Home Network and Extended Network. The Extender Status page provides full information regarding each connection (Home and Extended), including the IP address, current connection SSID and current state. This page is often used to check the health of your Home or Extended Network connection. 34 After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Extender Status The Wi-Fi Range Extender Status page provides detailed information regarding the system, wireless network and configurations as well as the current IP settings of the The Wi-Fi Range Extender. This page is often used to check the health of your wireless network and the link to your home router/hot spot network. Home Network / Hot Spot Wireless Settings: This section displays the details of the connection between the Wi-Fi Range Extender and your Home Network / Hot Spot.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Network Statistics The Network Statistics page provides detailed traffic data for each connection type. To sync your system clock with the Wi-Fi Extender, by pressing “Sync”, then press “Apply”. 36 After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE System Clock SR600EX USER’S GUIDE System Clock Maintain the internal clock for the Wi-Fi Range Extender by syncing with your computer’s time. Your system clock settings need to be accurate in order for logs and wireless access schedules to work correctly. To sync your system clock for withthe theWi-Fi Wi-FiRange Extender, Pressby ‘Sync’ thenwith press ‘apply.’ Maintain the internal Extender syncing your computer’s time.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE SR600EX USER’S GUIDE System System LogsLogs The system will history ofbythe Wireless Extender. It is recommended that Maintain the log internal clock forthe theactivity Wi-Fi Range Extender by syncing computer’s system Maintain the internal clockdisplay for the Wi-Fi Range Extender syncing with with youryour computer’s time.time. YourYour system you enable all logs in the event that troubleshooting is required.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Upgrade Firmware Upgrade Firmware The Wi-Fi Range Extender uses internet software (firmware) to operate. In the event that a new firmware file is The Wi-Fi Range Range Extender uses internet software (firmware) tooperate. operate. In theevent event that new firmware file is available you may update it here.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE To manually upgrade your firmware: a. b. c. Download the file from the www.winplus.com.au/support website and remember the location where you saved it. Click Browse and locate the file Click Upload to begin upgrading. Note: Firmware files normally have a .bin file extension. 40 After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Save/Reload Settings Saving your current settings allows you to back-up your current settings which may be reloaded at a later time. This feature may be useful for testing new features and settings without having to worry about returning to a stable platform. To save current settings: a. b. Click Save Select a file name and location Wi-Fi Range Extender Wi-Fi Range Extender To load previously saved settings: a. b. c.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Password Settings By default, the Wi-Fi Range Extender does not require a password to login to the web menu. If you wish to enable a password to protect unauthorized access to the web menu and Smart Setup Wizard, you may enter one here. Wi-Fi Range Extender 42 After Sales Support Telephone: Internet: 1300 663 907 www.winplus.com.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Wireless Standard: Frequency Band: Wireless Amplifier Power: Wireless Output Power: Wireless Sensitivity: Wireless Security: Antennas: Ports: PoE Adapter: Power Adapter Rating: Setup Requirements: Single Unit Range: 44 802.11n (Backwards compatible w/ 802.11b/g) 2.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE DEFAULT SETTINGS The default settings for your Wi-Fi Range Extender are listed here. If for some reason you need to return your Wi-Fi Range Extender back to default settings, hold down the Reset button on the back panel for 10 seconds. The Wi-Fi Range Extender will reset back to factory settings as listed below: IP Address: 192.168.1.240 DHCP: Auto http://192.168.1.240 Web Menu Access: http://setup.bauhnwireless.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Troubleshooting The tips in this guide are listed in order of relevance. Try solution (a) before trying solution (b) etc… entered setup.bauhnwireless.com http://192.168.1.240 and it failed to open the Web Menu. II entered and it failed to open the Web Menu. a. b. c. d. e. f. 46 Make sure your computer is connected to the Wi-Fi Range Extender /PoE Adapter using the included Ethernet cable. Make sure your computer is NOT connected to ANY wireless networks.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE I cannot connect to my Home Network/Hot Spot. I received an Error when running the Smart Setup Wizard. SR600EX USER’S GUIDE Your Home Network be secured. Double check that you have the correct security key to connect SR600EXmayUSER’S GUIDE to the Home Network. I cannot to mythe Home Network/Hot I received an Error whentorunning Smart b. connect Try adjusting channel number ofSpot. your Home Network’s router channelthe 5 thru 11.Setup Then Wizard.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE My Wi-Fi Range Extender was working fine previously but now I can no longer access the Internet through the Wi-Fi Range Extender. a. b. c. d. e. 48 The connection to your Home Network has been dropped. This can be caused by several events to your home wireless connection. When this occurs you may rescan for another network by accessing http://192.168.1.240 to connect to repeat yourepeat may try fixmay the issues your http://setup.bauhnwireless.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE I have a dual-band router and I cannot repeat it. a. Log into the Web Menu for your dual-band wireless router and adjust the wireless settings. Change the wireless band to 2.4GHz single band mode only. Disable the 5GHz wireless band. I cannot find any wireless networks (Home Networks/Hot Spots) to repeat. a. b. c. The Wi-Fi Range Extender may be out of range. Move the Wi-Fi Range Extender closer towards the wireless router and try the Setup Wizard again from the Web Menu.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE b. c. You may have a DNS issue and the Wi-Fi Range Extender is not obtaining the IP settings from your Home Network. Try to reboot the Wi-Fi Range Extender and then accessing a website. If that fails, then reboot the Home Router to see if that fixes it. There may be an IP conflict with your Home Network and your Extended Network. Try to adjust the IP Settings of your Extended Network using IP values that are different from your Home Network.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE SR600EX USER’S GUIDE b. b. The connection to the Home Network may be down. Use an Ethernet cable and connect directly to The Wi-Fi connection the Home Network may be down. Use cable and Setup connect directly to http://192.168.1.240 and an runEthernet through the through Smart the Range to Extender . Access http://setup.bauhnwireless.com and run the Smart Setup the Wi-Fiagain. Range Extender . Access and run through Smart Setup Wizard After you have http://setup.bauhnwireless.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE The connection to the Home Network/Hot Spot seems slow. File transfers take a long time to transfer. a. b. c. The Wi-Fi Range Extender may be too far away from your Home Network/Hot Spot. The closer the Wi-Fi Range Extender is to your Home Network/Hot Spot, the better its connection will be. The Wi-Fi Range Extender must have a strong signal (70% or greater) in order to repeat the signal with fast speeds and further range.
SR600EX USER’S GUIDE c. d. Check the connections of the Antennas to the Wi-Fi Range Extender. Tighten them if necessary. Adjust the Antennas of the Wi-Fi Range Extender in different angles. My Wireless Access Schedule is being erratic and not working at the correct times. a. You need to adjust your Time Zone Settings from the Management Web Menu page. WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) is not working. There is no connection detected. a.
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Indoor / Outdoor Wi-Fi Range Extender Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice Unfortunately, from time to time, faulty products are manufactured which need to be returned to the Supplier for repair.
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