WAP-5836 Wireless Extender QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE Introduction This Quick Installation Guide will help you to quickly and easily install your Wireless Extender devices by performing the few simple steps described below. Before you begin, check that you have: • One WAP-5836 Wireless Extender • One CAT5 Ethernet Cable • One Power Adapter • One Quick Installation Guide Easy Installation Step 1 - Power connection Plug in the power adapter included in your package, and connect it to the WAP-5836 device.
Using a power supply with different voltage rating than the one included with the WAP-5836 device may cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Step 2 - Placement and connections A. Setting an AP device 1. Place one WAP-5836 device on an easily accessible surface near the Home Gateway or Router. Make sure the GW or Router is powered on and active. 2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the LAN port of the Home Gateway device and the other end into the Ethernet port of the WAP-5836. 3.
Make sure that the is flashing blue. LED on the WAP-5836 B. Setting a Client device 1. Place another WAP-5836 device on an easily accessible surface near the set top box. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the LAN port of the Set Top Box and the other end into the Ethernet port of the WAP-5836. 2. Since the STB will not issue an IP address to the WAP-5836, it will automatically be set to Client mode. Make sure that the LED on the WAP-5836 Client is flashing blue.
Pairing For initial pairing, it is recommended that you place the WAP-5836 AP and Client devices within the same room. Once paired, they can then be put in their desired locations. Step 1. Pair the devices: Press the WPS button on the “AP” front panel for 3-5 seconds and release it. The WPS LED will begin flashing blue. WPS Button Press the WPS button on the “Client” for 3-5 seconds and release it. The WPS LED will begin flashing blue.
Congratulations! You have finished installing your new Wireless Extender devices. To test your connectivity, turn on the TV and set top box, and then watch any available TV channel. Note: To add additional WAP-5836 Clients to your network, you will need to perform the pairing procedures as explained above. Troubleshooting • The Power LED is not on Make sure that: • The power cord is connected to the device, and that the power adapter is properly connected to a functioning power outlet.
Note: • If you are connecting to the WAP-5836 directly from a PC, be sure to set a static IP in the same range as the AP or Client unit (e.g. 10.0.0.25) to access the Web Configuration page. • If the WAP-5836 is connected to a Gateway or Router that has a DHCP server, it will automatically get an IP address from that device. Be sure to check your Gateway or Router to see what IP address was given to the WAP-5836 units and use that to log in to the Web Configuration page. Step 1. Step 2.
c. Change the security mode to WPA2-PSK in Security Settings by selecting it in the drop-down menu. d. Enable WPS in WPS settings and press the “Apply” button. • Complete the pairing procedures as described in the Pairing section. • The Wireless LED is not on • Make sure that you have completed a successful pairing procedure as described in the Pairing section. FOR MORE HELP: If you have further questions or require personal assistance, please contact your equipment provider.
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. The operation frequency of the device is in the 5150-5250 MHz band is for indoor use only. 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.
