EW-7438RPn Mini User Manual 03-2021 / v1.
CONTENTS I. Product Information .............................................................................. 1 I-1. I-2. I-3. I-4. I-5. Package Contents ..........................................................................................................1 System Requirements ....................................................................................................1 LED Status ...................................................................................................................
VI-1. VI-2. VI-3. Home............................................................................................................................52 iQ Setup .......................................................................................................................54 Basic Settings ...............................................................................................................55 VI-4. VI-5. VI-5-1. VI-5-1-1. VI-5-1-2. VI-5-1-3. VI-5-1-4. VI-5-2. VI-5-3. VI-5-4. WPS Settings ...
VIII-1-4-1. VIII-1-4-2. VIII-1-4-3. Windows XP, Vista & 7...............................................................................................117 Windows 8 .................................................................................................................119 Mac ............................................................................................................................122 VIII-2. VIII-3. VIII-4. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network ........................................
I. Product Information I-1. Package Contents - EW-7438RPn Mini CD with multi-language QIG & user manual Quick installation guide (QIG) Access key card I-2. System Requirements - Wi-Fi extender/Wi-Fi bridge mode: Existing 2.4GHz wireless network - Access point mode: Cable/DSL modem router - Computer with 2.4GHz 802.11/b/g/n Wi-Fi adapter, and web browser for software configuration (Internet Explorer 8® or above, Google Chrome®, Firefox® or Safari® latest version) - Smartphone setup: iOS 6 or Android 4.
Wi-Fi Flashing Transferring data Green Off Wi-Fi not active or in LED off mode On Extender is on Power Green WPS Flashing Resetting to factory default settings, or system is booting up Off Extender is off or in LED off mode On Green Flashing WPS connection established (LED will remain on for 5 minutes to indicate a successful connection) WPS in progress (waiting for another WPS device) Off No WPS in progress or in LED off mode On LAN port connected LAN Green Flashing Off LAN activity (
I-4. Hardware Overview 1 2 3 1. LEDs 2. Ethernet Port 3.
I-5. Safety Information In order to ensure the safe operation of the device and its users, please read and act in accordance with the following safety instructions. 1. The device is designed for indoor use only; do not place it outdoors. 2. Do not place the device in or near hot/humid places, such as a kitchen or bathroom. 3. Do not pull any connected cable with force; carefully disconnect it from the EW-7438RPn Mini. 4. Handle the device with care. Accidental damage will void the warranty of the device. 5.
II. Installation The EW-7438RPn Mini has three different operating modes which you can choose depending on your network requirements. Each mode is described below: Wi-Fi Extender The device connects wirelessly to your existing network and repeats the wireless signal. Location: The best location for your extender is roughly in the middle between your existing wireless router/access point and the dead zone. The extender needs to receive a good Wi-Fi signal from your router/access point.
2. The green power LED will flash while the system is booting up. The device is ready when the green power LED displays on. 3. Use a Wi-Fi device (e.g. computer, tablet, smartphone) to search for a Wi-Fi network with the SSID EdimaxEXT.Setup ** and connect to it. If you are using a computer, please disconnect any Ethernet cables. For mobile devices, iOS 6 or Android 4.x or above is required. The last two characters of the SSID (Edimaxext.Setup**) will be unique numbers according to your device e.g.
4. Open a web browser and if you do not automatically arrive at the “Get Started” screen shown below, enter the URL http://edimaxext.setup and click “Get Started” to begin the setup process. If you cannot access http://edimaxext.setup, please make sure your computer is set to use a dynamic IP address. For more information please refer to VIII-1. Configuring your IP address. 5. Select an operating mode for your EW-7438RPn Mini.
II-1. Wi-Fi Extender Mode 1. Please read the on screen instructions about selecting a good location for your wireless extender and then click “NEXT” to continue. You can check your signal strength on the next page. 2. Select your Wi-Fi network from the list. A hidden SSID is one that is not publically displayed when scanning for available Wi-Fi networks.
usually available in the configuration options of your router. If you use a hidden SSID , check the “Connect to a hidden network” box and enter the information manually. 3. Select whether to use the same SSID (“Duplicate from root AP”) or a different SSID (“User Defined”) for your extender, and enter your existing Wi-Fi password. Click “Next” to continue. For “User Defined” the Wi-Fi extender’s default wireless network name ( SSID) is your existing router/access point’s SSID + _2EX.
4. Please wait while the EW-7438RPn Mini tests the connection. If your Wi-Fi extender fails to connect (below) to your existing router/access point, click the “BACK” button and ensure you entered the correct Wi-Fi network password. If your Wi-Fi extender cannot obtain an IP address (below) from your existing router/access point then click the “Static IP” button to assign an IP address to the extender. For more guidance please refer to the VIII-1. Configuring your IP address.
5. When the connection test is complete, click “Apply” to restart the extender. 6. Please wait a moment until the extender is ready. 7. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. The EW-7438RPn Mini is working and ready for use - the amber signal strength LED should display on or flash depending on your signal strength. To download the EdiRange app, scan the QR code.
Android: iOS: 8. Please close the browser window. You can now connect to the extender’s new SSID on a wireless device within range such as a computer, smartphone or tablet. The password for your Wi-Fi extender’s SSID is the same as for your router’s SSID. For more advanced configurations, use the browser based configuration interface (refer to III. Browser Based Configuration Interface).
II-2. 1. Wi-Fi Adapter/Bridge Mode Select your Wi-Fi network from the list and enter the security key/password. If the Wi-Fi network you wish to connect to does not appear, try clicking “Refresh”. Do not check “Connect to a hidden network” unless you wish to connect to a hidden SSID instead. 2. Enter the security key/password for your existing Wi-Fi.
3. Please wait while the EW-7438RPn Mini tests the connection. If your Wi-Fi extender fails to connect (below) to your existing router/access point, click the “BACK” button and ensure you entered the correct Wi-Fi network password. If your Wi-Fi extender cannot obtain an IP address (below) from your existing router/access point then click the “Static IP” button to assign an IP address to the extender. For more guidance please refer to the VIII-1. Configuring your IP address.
4.When the connection test is complete, click “Apply” to restart the extender. 5.Please wait a moment until the EW-7438RPn Mini is ready.
6. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. Please close the browser window. 7. The EW-7438RPn Mini is working and ready for use as a wireless bridge. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the EW-7438RPn Mini to the Ethernet port on your network device. 8.Ensure the EW-7438RPn Mini is on and then use your network device to connect to your network as usual.
II-3. 1. 2. 3. Wi-Fi Access Point Mode Connect the LAN port of your EW-7438RPn Mini to the LAN port of your existing router using an Ethernet cable, and then click “Next”. Click “Next” to continue. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” or “Use the following IP address” for your EW-7438RPn Mini. If you are using a static IP, enter the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS. Click “Next” to proceed to the next step.
4. Enter a name and password for your wireless network, then click “Next” to continue. You can also enable an additional guest Wi-Fi network. A guest Wi-Fi network is another SSID with a different name and password. Select “Enable” and enter a guest network name and password if you wish.
5. 6. 7. A summary of your configuration will be displayed, as shown below. Check that all of the details are correct and then click “Apply” to restart the EW-7438RPn Mini. Please wait a moment until the EW-7438RPn Mini is ready. A final congratulations screen will indicate that setup is complete. Please close the browser window. The EW-7438RPn Mini is working and ready for use. You can now connect to the device’s new SSID.
II-4. WPS Setup The WPS button is a quick and easy method to establish a secure connection between your EW-7438RPn Mini and wireless router/access point. If your wireless device supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) then you can use this method to setup the EW-7438RPn Mini in extender or adapter/bridge mode, instead of the setup wizard described in II. Installation. Please do not hold the WPS button for too long – this may reset your device. 1.
2. Within two minutes, press the WPS button on the EW-7438RPn Mini for 2 – 5 seconds to activate WPS. The green WPS LED will flash to indicate that WPS is active. Press for two seconds 3. The devices will establish a connection. The green WPS LED on the EW-7438RPn Mini will display on for 5 minutes to indicate a successful connection.
II-5. Reset to Factory Default Settings If you experience problems with your extender or if you want to change the extender to a different operating mode, you can reset the device back to its factory settings. This resets all settings back to default. 1. Press and hold the WPS/Reset button for at least 10 seconds and release when the green power LED is flashing. 2.Wait for the extender to restart. The extender is ready for setup when the green power LED displays on.
III. Browser Based Configuration Interface After you have setup the EW-7438RPn Mini as detailed in II. Installation or the included Quick Installation Guide, you can use the browser based configuration interface to configure advanced settings. Please ensure that your computer is set to use a dynamic IP address. Refer to VIII-1. Configuring your IP address for more information. III-1. Login 1. To access the browser based configuration interface enter http://edimaxext.
3. You will arrive at the “Status and Information” screen. Use the menu down the left side to navigate.
III-2. Save Settings 1. After you make any changes to the EW-7438RPn Mini’s settings, please click “APPLY”. 2. Then, select “CONTINUE” to save changes but not apply them yet, or select “APPLY” to restart the EW-7438RPn Mini and bring the changes into effect. The EW-7438RPn Mini needs to restart in order to apply and bring any changes into effect. Use the “CONTINUE” button to make several changes and apply them all together in one restart.
III-3. Main Menu The main menu displays different options depending on your device’s operating mode. Please refer to the following chapters for guidance on each mode.
IV. Extender Mode IV-1. Home The “Status and Information” page displays basic system information about the device, arranged into three categories: system, wireless configuration & LAN configuration. Screenshots displayed are examples.The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration.
Current Time Uptime Hardware Version Firmware Version Mode SSID Channel Number Security BSSID (MAC) Associated Clients State Signal Strength IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway MAC address Current time and date. Displays the total time since the device was turned on. Displays the hardware version. Displays the firmware version. Displays the operating mode. Displays the EW-7438RPn Mini’s SSID. The SSID is the name used to identify a wireless network. Displays the current wireless channel number.
IV-2. iQ Setup You can run the setup wizard again to reconfigure the basic settings of the device. Please refer to II-1. Wi-Fi Extender Mode Step 2 onwards for guidance. If you wish to change the operating mode, please reset the EW-7438RPn Mini back to factory default settings.
IV-3. WPS Settings Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a simple way to establish connections between WPS compatible devices. When WPS is activated in the correct manner and at the correct time for two compatible devices, they will automatically connect. PIN code WPS includes the use of a PIN code between the two devices for verification. The WPS Settings page displays settings for WPS between your extender and a wireless client.
IV-4. Advanced Setting In “Advanced Setting” you can adjust the power output of the EW-7438RPn Mini. The submenu also allows you to configure security, time settings and scheduling settings as well as various administrative and management functions. Tx Power You can adjust the level of wireless output power as a percentage. Depending on the size of your location and required coverage, you may not require 100% output power.
IV-4-1. WLAN 2.4GHz Security Broadcast SSID Device SSID Security Type Security Key Enable or disable SSID broadcast. When enabled, the SSID will be visible to clients as an available Wi-Fi network. When disabled, the SSID will not be visible as an available Wi-Fi network to clients – clients must manually enter the SSID in order to connect. A hidden (disabled) SSID is typically more secure than a visible (enabled) SSID. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is also disabled when SSID broadcast is disabled.
Guest Network Guest Network Name Guest Wi-Fi Encryption WPA Unicast Cipher Suite Pre-Shared Key Format Guest Wi-Fi Password Mini. You can also enable an additional guest Wi-Fi network. A guest Wi-Fi network is another SSID with a different name and password. Select enable or disable. Enter a name (SSID) for your guest Wi-Fi network. Select whether to disable encryption for your guest Wi-Fi or use WPA pre-shared key encryption. WPA2(AES) is selected automatically and is the most secure type.
IV-4-2. Time Settings Set Time Zone Time Server Address Daylight Savings Select the time zone of your country or region. The extender supports NTP (Network Time Protocol), select a time server from the drop down menu. If your country/region uses daylight saving time, please check the “Enable Function” box, and select the start and end date.
IV-4-3. Scheduling Setting Add Edit Delete Click to add a new schedule in a new window (see below). Edit an existing schedule in a new window. Delete the specified schedule.
1.Select which function to schedule using the “Service” menu and enter a name for the schedule in the “schedule description” box. 2. Specify a start and end time (hours and minutes) using the drop-down menus for your required day. 3. Select the schedule in the “Select” column and click “APPLY” to save the schedule, or “Back” to cancel and go back to the previous screen.
IV-4-4. Administration Utility You can change the password used to login to the browser-based configuration interface here. It is advised to do so for security purposes. You can also configure the EW-7438RPn Mini’s IP address. Please make a note of the new password. In the event that you forget the password and are unable to login to the browser based configuration interface, see II-5. Reset to factory default settings for how to reset the device. Current Password Enter your current password.
IV-4-5. Configuration Tools The “Configuration Tools” menu allows you to backup the EW-7438RPn Mini’s settings, restore the settings to a previous version or restore the EW-7438RPn Mini back to its factory default state. You can also upgrade the firmware, reboot the device and export the system log. Backup Settings Restore Settings Restore to Factory Default Click “Save” to save the current settings on your computer as config.bin file. Click “Browse” to find a previously saved config.
Upgrade Firmware You can upgrade the system firmware to a more recent version. You can download the latest firmware from the Edimax website. After the upgrade, the system will restart. Do not unplug or disconnect the device during a firmware upgrade, as this could damage the device. It is recommended that you use a computer for a firmware upgrade. Browse Open a new window to locate and select the firmware file in your computer.
Reboot In the event that the router malfunctions or is not responding, then it is recommended that you restart the device. Rebooting the EW-7438RPn Mini will not affect the current configuration/settings of the device. Apply Click “Apply” to reboot the device. A status bar will indicate the progress of the reboot and you will see a confirmation screen when the reboot is complete.
System Log You can export the system log to a separate file if you require. Export system log Click to open a new window and select a location to save the log file.
V. Wi-Fi Adapter/Bridge Mode V-1. Home The “Status and Information” page displays basic system information about the device, arranged into three categories: system, wireless configuration & LAN configuration. Screenshots displayed are examples.The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration. Current Time Uptime Displays the current time and date. Displays the total time since the device was turned on.
Hardware Version Firmware Version Mode SSID Channel Number Security BSSID (MAC) State Signal Strength IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway MAC address Displays the hardware version. Displays the firmware version. Displays the operating mode. Displays your router/access point’s SSID, sometimes also known as SSID. The SSID is the name used to identify a wireless network. Displays the current wireless channel number. Displays the current wireless security setting. Displays the device’s BSSID.
V-2. iQ Setup You can run the setup wizard again to reconfigure the basic settings of the device. Please refer to II-2. Wi-Fi Adapter/Bridge Mode for guidance. If you wish to change the operating mode, please reset the EW-7438RPn Mini back to factory default settings.
V-3. Wireless Advanced In “Wireless Advanced” you adjust the power output of the EW-7438RPn Mini. The submenu also allows you to configure time settings and various administrative and management functions. Tx Power You can adjust the level of wireless output power as a percentage. Depending on the size of your location and required coverage, you may not require 100% output power.
V-3-1. Time Settings Set Time Zone Time Server Address Daylight Savings Select the time zone of your country or region. The extender supports NTP (Network Time Protocol), select a time server from the drop down menu. If your country/region uses daylight saving time, please check the “Enable Function” box, and select the start and end date.
V-3-2. Administration Utility You can change the password used to login to the browser-based configuration interface here. It is advised to do so for security purposes. You can also configure the EW-7438RPn Mini’s IP address. Please make a note of the new password. In the event that you forget the password and are unable to login to the browser based configuration interface, see II-5. Reset to factory default settings for how to reset the device. Current Password Enter your current password.
V-3-3. Configuration Tools The “Configuration Tools” menu allows you to backup the EW-7438RPn Mini’s settings, restore the settings to a previous version or restore the EW-7438RPn Mini back to its factory default state. You can also upgrade the firmware, reboot the device and export the system log. Backup Settings Restore Settings Restore to Factory Default Click “Save” to save the current settings on your computer as config.bin file. Click “Browse” to find a previously saved config.
Upgrade Firmware You can upgrade the system firmware to a more recent version. You can download the latest firmware from the Edimax website. After the upgrade, the system will restart. Do not switch off or disconnect the device during a firmware upgrade, as this could damage the device. It is recommended that you use a computer for a firmware upgrade. Browse Open a new window to locate and select the firmware file in your computer.
Reboot In the event that the router malfunctions or is not responding, then it is recommended that you restart the device. Rebooting the EW-7438RPn Mini will not affect the current configuration/settings of the device. Apply Click “Apply” to reboot the device. A status bar will indicate the progress of the reboot and you will see a confirmation screen when the reboot is complete.
System Log You can export the system log to a separate file if you require. Export system log Click to open a new window and select a location to save the log file.
VI. Access Point Mode VI-1. Home The “Status and Information” page displays basic system information about the device, arranged into three categories: system, wireless configuration & LAN configuration. Screenshots displayed are examples.The information shown on your screen will vary depending on your configuration. Current Time Uptime Hardware Version Displays the current time and date. Displays the total time since the device was turned on. Displays the hardware version.
Firmware Version Mode SSID Channel Number Security BSSID (MAC) Associated Clients State IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway MAC address Displays the firmware version. Displays the operating mode. Displays the access point’s SSID, sometimes also known as SSID. The SSID is the name used to identify a wireless network. Displays the current wireless channel number. Displays the current wireless security setting. Displays the device’s BSSID.
VI-2. iQ Setup You can run the setup wizard again to reconfigure the basic settings of the device. Please refer to II-3. Wi-Fi Access Point Mode Step 3 onwards for guidance. If you wish to change the operating mode, please reset the EW-7438RPn Mini back to factory default settings.
VI-3. Basic Settings The “Basic Settings” screen displays various settings for your wireless network. Mode Band MAIN SSID Multiple SSID AP Isolation Channel Number Associated Clients The EW-7438RPn Mini’s mode is displayed here. Displays the wireless standard used for the EW-7438RPn Mini. “2.4GHz (B+G+N)” means that 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless clients can connect to the EW-7438RPn Mini. This is the name of your Wi-Fi network for identification, also known as “SSID”.
Multiple SSID This page allows you to configure the wireless settings for multiple SSID’s. No. Enable SSID Broadcast SSID WMM Band Identification number of each additional SSID. Check the box to enable or disable an SSID. Enter the SSID (the name used to identify this wireless access point) here. You can input up to 32 alphanumerical characters. Please note that the SSID is case sensitive. Enable or disable SSID broadcast.
AP Isolation SSID Isolation or selected combinations of each. Only wireless clients of the same band(s) as you select will be able to connect. When “Enabled”, wireless clients will be able to access the Internet, but will not be able to communicate with each other. When “Enabled”, wireless clients that connect to main SSID and multiple SSID will not be able to communicate with each other.
VI-4. WPS Settings Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a simple way to establish connections between WPS compatible devices. When WPS is activated in the correct manner and at the correct time for two compatible devices, they will automatically connect. PIN code WPS includes the use of a PIN code between the two devices for verification. The WPS Settings page displays settings for WPS between your extender and a wireless client. Do not use the physical WPS button (described in II-4. WPS Setup) in access point mode.
Passphrase Key Configuration Mode Configure via Push Button Input Client PIN Code Displays the wireless security authentication key. The configuration mode of the device’s WPS setting is displayed here. “Registrar” means the device acts as an access point for a wireless client to connect to and the wireless client(s) will follow the device’s wireless settings. Click “Start PBC” (Push-Button Configuration) to activate WPS on the EW-7438RPn Mini. WPS will be active for 2 minutes.
VI-5. Wireless Advanced Using the “Advanced Setting” menu, you can configure security, MAC filtering and various other settings. The settings on the “Advanced Setting” page shown below are for experienced users only. Please do not change any of the values on this page unless you are already familiar with these functions. Changing these settings can adversely affect the performance of your access point.
Data Rate N Data Rate Channel Width Preamble Type Broadcast SSID CTS Protect Tx Power Set the wireless data transfer rate. The default is set to auto. Set the data rate of 802.11n. The default is set to auto. Select wireless channel width (bandwidth used by wireless signals from the device) – the recommended value is Auto 20/40MHz. Set the wireless radio preamble type. The default value is “Short Preamble”. Enable or disable SSID broadcast.
VI-5-1. Security The access point provides a variety of wireless security options (wireless data encryption). When data is encrypted, information transmitted wirelessly cannot be read by anyone who does not know the encryption key. The “Security” screen displays security settings for your EW-7438RPn Mini. SSID choice Select which SSID to configure security settings for. Encryption Select an SSID from the drop down menu to configure security for.
VI-5-1-1. Disable Encryption is disabled and no password/key is required to connect to the EW-7438RPn Mini. Disabling wireless encryption is not recommended. When disabled, anybody within range can connect to your device’s SSID. Enable 802.1x Authentication Check the box to enable the 802.1x authentication. A RADIUS server is required to perform 802.1x authentication. VI-5-1-2. WEP WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a basic encryption type. For a higher level of security consider using WPA encryption.
Encryption Key Enable 802.1x Authentication characters from 0-9, a-f and A-F). Enter your encryption key/password according to the format you selected above. A complex, hard-to-guess key is recommended. Check the “Hide” box to hide your password from being displayed on-screen. Check the box to enable the 802.1x authentication. A RADIUS server is required to perform 802.1x authentication. VI-5-1-3. WPA pre-shared key WPA pre-shared key is the recommended and most secure encryption type.
VI-5-1-4. WPA RADIUS WPA RADIUS is a combination of WPA encryption and RADIUS user authentication. If you have a RADIUS authentication server, you can authenticate the identity of every wireless client against a user database. WPA Unicast Cipher Suite Select from WPA (TKIP), WPA2 (AES) or WPA2 Mixed. WPA2 (AES) is safer than WPA (TKIP). Please make sure your wireless client supports your selection. WPA2 (AES) is recommended followed by WPA2 Mixed if your client does not support WPA2 (AES).
VI-5-2. MAC Filtering The MAC filtering feature allows you to define a list of wireless devices permitted to connect to this access point, identified by their unique MAC address. When this feature is enabled, devices which are not on the list of permitted MAC addresses cannot connect to the access point. MAC address entries will be listed in the “MAC Address Filtering Table”. Select an entry using the “Select” checkbox. Delete Selected/ Delete All Reset Delete selected or all entries from the table.
Clear MAC address filtering table. Clear all fields.
VI-5-3. Time Settings Set Time Zone Time Server Address Daylight Savings Select the time zone of your country or region. The extender supports NTP (Network Time Protocol), select a time server from the drop down menu. If your country/region uses daylight saving time, please check the “Enable Function” box, and select the start and end date.
VI-5-4. Scheduling Setting Add Edit Delete Click to add a new schedule in a new window (see below). Edit an existing schedule in a new window. Delete the specified schedule.
1.Select which function to schedule using the “Service” menu and enter a name for the schedule in the “schedule description” box. 2. Specify a start and end time (hours and minutes) using the drop-down menus for your required day. 3. Select the schedule in the “Select” column and click “APPLY” to save the schedule, or “Back” to cancel and go back to the previous screen.
VI-5-5. Administration Utility You can change the password used to login to the browser-based configuration interface here. It is advised to do so for security purposes. You can also configure the EW-7438RPn Mini’s IP address. Please make a note of the new password. In the event that you forget the password and are unable to login to the browser based configuration interface, see II-5. Reset to factory default settings for how to reset the device. Current Password Enter your current password.
IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address DNS DHCP Server Default Gateway Start IP End IP Lease Time Specify an IP address here. This IP address will be assigned to your EW-7438RPn Mini. Input the subnet mask of the new IP address. Input the network’s gateway IP address. Enter the DNS address here. Enable or disable the DHCP server. Input the network’s gateway IP address. Enter the start IP address for the DHCP server’s IP address leases. Enter the end IP address for the DHCP server’s IP address leases.
VI-5-6. Configuration Tools The “Configuration Tools” menu allows you to backup the EW-7438RPn Mini’s settings, restore the settings to a previous version or restore the EW-7438RPn Mini back to its factory default state. You can also upgrade the firmware, reboot the device and export the system log. Backup Settings Restore Settings Restore to Factory Default Click “Save” to save the current settings on your computer as config.bin file. Click “Browse” to find a previously saved config.
Upgrade Firmware You can upgrade the system firmware to a more recent version. You can download the latest firmware from the Edimax website. After the upgrade, the system will restart. Do not switch off or disconnect the device during a firmware upgrade, as this could damage the device. It is recommended that you use a wired Ethernet connection for a firmware upgrade. Browse Open a new window to locate and select the firmware file in your computer.
Reboot In the event that the router malfunctions or is not responding, then it is recommended that you restart the device. Rebooting the EW-7438RPn Mini will not affect the current configuration/settings of the device. Apply Click “Apply” to reboot the device. A status bar will indicate the progress of the reboot and you will see a confirmation screen when the reboot is complete.
System Log You can export the system log to a separate file if you require. Export system log Click to open a new window and select a location to save the log file.
VII. EdiRange App The EdiRange app is for use with range extender mode only. The EdiRange app is a free smartphone app from which you can manage the extender’s functions and check your local Wi-Fi environment. Please ensure that your smartphone/tablet is connected to your extender’s Wi-Fi (SSID). VII-1. Login 1. Open the EdiRange app. 2. Select “Management”.
3. Enter the username and password (default username: admin, default password: 1234). The admin password is the same password used for the browser based configuration interface. It is recommended that you change the password from the default “1234”. You can change the password in the “admin” page from the main menu. 4. Wait for the app to log in.
VII-2. Main Menu After you log in, the “Status” page will be displayed. You can see the extender status, SSID name, and guest network and schedule status here. Use the menu of icons across the bottom of the screen to navigate around the app. Logout Click the logout icon in the top left corner of the app anytime to log out from the app. Help Click the help icon in the top right corner of the app anytime to display help and tips about using the app.
VII-3. Good Night Mode Good Night Mode will put the extender to “sleep” (switch off Wi-Fi and LED) for a specified number of hours. Enter the number of hours and click “Yes” to activate Good Night Mode. Your mobile device will be disconnected from the extender during sleep mode since Wi-Fi is disabled. You can wake the extender (back to its fully functional state) anytime by manually pressing the WPS/Reset button. VII-4.
VII-5. Wi-Fi Scheduling Wi-Fi can be scheduled to switch off according to your preference. Your current schedules are displayed in the table: grey areas indicate Wi-Fi is off and orange areas indicate Wi-Fi is on. Touch the time bars on the screen to open the schedule settings, and then click “Add” or “Edit” to add a new or edit an existing schedule for Wi-Fi off. Daylight Savings can also be configured here.
VII-6. Admin You can change the extender’s administrative password on the Admin page. This is the password to login to the EdiRange app and the browser based configuration interface. VIII. Appendix VIII-1. Configuring your IP address For first time access to the URL http://edimaxext.setup please ensure your computer is set to use a dynamic IP address. This means your computer can obtain an IP address automatically from a DHCP server.
The procedure for modifying your IP address varies across different operating systems; please follow the guide appropriate for your operating system in VIII-1-2. How to modify the IP address of your computer. Static IP users please make a note of your static IP before you change it. You can assign a new IP address to the device which is within the subnet of your network during setup or using the browser based configuration interface, so that you can access the URL http://edimaxext.
VIII-1-1. How to check that your computer uses a dynamic IP address Please follow the instructions appropriate for your operating system. VIII-1-1-1. Windows XP 1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of your computer), then click “Control Panel”. Double-click the “Network and Internet Connections” icon, click “Network Connections”, and then double-click “Local Area Connection”. The “Local Area Connection Status” window will then appear, click “Properties”. 2.
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VIII-1-1-2. Windows Vista 1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of your computer), then click “Control Panel”. Click “View Network Status and Tasks”, then click “Manage Network Connections”. Right-click “Local Area Network”, then select “Properties”. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window will then appear, select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)”, and then click “Properties”. 2.
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VIII-1-1-3. Windows 7 1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of your computer), then click “Control Panel”. 2. Under “Network and Internet” click “View network status and tasks”. 3. Click “Local Area Connection”.
4. Click “Properties”. 5. Select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then click “Properties”.
6. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically” should be selected.
VII-1-1-4. Windows 8 1. From the Windows 8 Start screen, you need to switch to desktop mode. Move your curser to the bottom left of the screen and click. 2. In desktop mode, click the File Explorer icon in the bottom left of the screen, as shown below. 3. Right click “Network” and then select “Properties”.
4. 5. In the window that opens, select “Change adapter settings” from the left side. Choose your connection and right click, then select “Properties”.
6. 7. Select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then click “Properties”. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically” should be selected.
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VIII-1-1-5. Mac OS 1. 2. Have your Macintosh computer operate as usual, and click on “System Preferences”. In System Preferences, click on “Network”. 3. Click on “Wi-Fi” in the left panel and then click “Advanced” in the lower right corner. 4. Select “TCP/IP” from the top menu and “Using DHCP” in the drop down menu labeled “Configure IPv4” should be selected.
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VIII-1-2. How to modify the IP address of your computer Please follow the instructions appropriate for your operating system. In the following examples we use the IP address 192.168.9.20 though you can use any IP address in the range 192.168.9.x (x = 3 – 254) in order to access iQ Setup/browser based configuration interface. Please make a note of your static IP before you change it. VII-1-2-1. 1. 2.
address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server addresses. IP address: 192.168.9.20 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Click ‘OK’ when finished.
VIII-1-2-2. Windows Vista 1. 2. Click the “Start” button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of your computer), then click “Control Panel”. Click “View Network Status and Tasks”, then click “Manage Network Connections”. Right-click “Local Area Network”, then select “Properties”. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window will then appear, select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)”, and then click “Properties”.
VII-1-2-3. 1. Windows 7 Click the “Start” button (it should be located in the lower-left corner of your computer), then click “Control Panel”.
2. Under “Network and Internet” click “View network status and tasks”. 3. Click “Local Area Connection”.
4. Click “Properties”. 5. Select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then click “Properties”.
6. Select “Use the following IP address”, then input the following values: Your existing static IP address will be displayed in the “IP address” field before you replace it. Please make a note of this IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server addresses. IP address: 192.168.9.20 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Click ‘OK’ when finished.
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VIII-1-2-4. Windows 8 1. From the Windows 8 Start screen, you need to switch to desktop mode. Move your curser to the bottom left of the screen and click. 2. In desktop mode, click the File Explorer icon in the bottom left of the screen, as shown below.
3. 4. Right click “Network” and then select “Properties”. In the window that opens, select “Change adapter settings” from the left side.
5. Choose your connection and right click, then select “Properties”. 6. Select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then click “Properties”.
7. Select “Use the following IP address”, then input the following values: Your existing static IP address will be displayed in the “IP address” field before you replace it. Please make a note of this IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server addresses. IP address: 192.168.9.20 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Click ‘OK’ when finished.
VIII-1-2-5. Mac 1. 2. Have your Macintosh computer operate as usual, and click on “System Preferences” In System Preferences, click on “Network”. 3. Click on “Wi-Fi” in the left panel and then click “Advanced” in the lower right corner. 4. Select “TCP/IP” from the top menu and select “Manually” from the drop down menu labeled “Configure IPv4”, then click “OK”.
Your existing static IP address will be displayed in the “IP address” field before you replace it. Please make a note of this IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server addresses. 5. In the “IPv4 Address” and “Subnet Mask” field enter IP address 192.168.9.20 and subnet mask 255.255.255.0. Click on “OK”.
6. Click “Apply” to save the changes.
VIII-1-3. How to Find Your Network Security Key To find your network security key, please follow the instructions appropriate for your operating system. If you are using Windows XP or earlier, please contact your ISP or router manufacturer to find your network security key. VIII-1-3-1. Windows 7 & Vista 1. Open “Control Panel” and click on “Network and Internet” in the top menu. 2. Click on “View network status and tasks” which is under the heading “Network and Sharing Center”. 3.
4. You should see the profile of your Wi-Fi network in the list. Right click on your Wi-Fi network and then click on “Properties”. 5.Click on the “Security” tab, and then check the box labeled “Show characters”. This will show your network security key. Click the “Cancel” button to close the window.
VIII-1-3-2. Mac 1. Open a new Finder window, and select “Applications” from the menu on the left side. Open the folder labeled “Utilities” and then open the application “Keychain Access”. 2. Select “Passwords” from the sub-menu labeled “Category” on the left side, as shown below. Then search the list in the main panel for the SSID of your network. In this example, the SSID is “EdimaxWireless” – though your SSID will be unique to your network.
3. Double click the SSID of your network and you will see the following window. 4. Check the box labeled “Show password” and you will be asked to enter your administrative password, which you use to log into your Mac. Enter your password and click “Allow”.
Your network security password will now be displayed in the field next to the box labeled “Show password”. In the example below, the network security password is “edimax1234”. Please make a note of your network security password.
VIII-1-4. How to Find Your Router’s IP Address To find your router’s IP address, please follow the instructions appropriate for your operating system. VIII-1-4-1. Windows XP, Vista & 7 1. Go to “Start”, select “Run” and type “cmd”, then press Enter or click “OK”. 2. A new window will open, type “ipconfig” and press Enter.
3. Your router’s IP address will be displayed next to “Default Gateway”.
VIII-1-4-2. Windows 8 1. From the Windows 8 Start screen, move your curser to the top right corner of the screen to display the Charms bar. 2. Click “Search” and enter “cmd” into the search bar. Click the “Command Prompt” app which be displayed on the left side.
3. A new window will open, type “ipconfig” and press Enter.
4.Your router’s IP address will be displayed next to “Default Gateway”.
VIII-1-4-3. Mac 1. Launch “System Preferences” and click on “Network”. 2. If you are using an Ethernet cable to connect to your network, your router’s IP address will be displayed next to “Router”. 3. If you are using Wi-Fi, click “Wi-Fi” in the left panel, and then “Advanced” in the bottom right corner.
4. Click the “TCP/IP” tab and your router’s IP address will be displayed next to “Router”.
VIII-2. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network For help connecting to your device’s edimaxext.setup SSID for initial setup, or to connect to your device’s new Wi-Fi network (SSID) after setup is complete, follow the guide below: Below is an example of how to connect using Windows Vista – the process may vary slightly for other versions of Windows. 1. Click the network icon ( to a network”. 2. Search for the SSID of your EW-7438RPn Mini and then click “Connect”.
3. After correctly entering your password, you will be successfully connected to the EW-7438RPn Mini’s wireless network.
VIII-3. Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems with your wireless extender, please refer to this troubleshooting guide before contacting your dealer of purchase for help. Scenario I can’t log onto the browser-based configuration interface. Solution a. Please check that the extender is correctly inserted into a power socket and check the LEDs on the front panel. If the extender is initializing after being switched off or restarted, wait for a 2 minutes and try again. b.
is extremely hot. during frequent use. If you can safely place your hand on the wireless extender, the temperature of the device is at a normal level. b. If you smell burning or see smoke coming from wireless extender then disconnect the extender immediately, as far as it is safely possible to do so. Call your dealer of purchase for help. My network device a. Ensure that your broadband router is fully can’t access the functional. Internet. b.
Then you need to modify your computer’s IP address to 192.168.2.x where x is any value between 3 and 254. Refer to VIII-1-2. How to modify the IP address of your computer if you need guidance to do so. From there, you need to go to 192.168.2.1 in a web browser, and you will see the page below: Click “Browse” to locate the firmware file on your computer and then click “Upload” to upload the new firmware. It may take several minutes to complete, please wait and follow the instructions on screen.
VIII-4. Glossary Default Gateway (Wireless bridge): Every non-access point IP device needs to configure a default gateway’s IP address. When the device sends out an IP packet, if the destination is not on the same network, the device has to send the packet to its default gateway, which will then send it out towards the destination. DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This protocol automatically gives every computer on your home network an IP address.
A network mask is also a 32-bit binary pattern, and consists of consecutive leading 1’s followed by consecutive trailing 0’s, such as 11111111.11111111.11111111.00000000. Therefore sometimes a network mask can also be described simply as “x” number of leading 1’s. When both are represented side by side in their binary forms, all bits in the IP address that correspond to 1’s in the network mask become part of the IP network address, and the remaining bits correspond to the host ID.
Application Protocol Port Number Telnet TCP 23 FTP TCP 21 SMTP TCP 25 POP3 TCP 110 H.323 TCP 1720 SNMP UCP 161 SNMP Trap UDP 162 HTTP TCP 80 PPTP TCP 1723 PC Anywhere TCP 5631 PC Anywhere UDP 5632 Access point: A access point is an intelligent network device that forwards packets between different networks based on network layer address information such as IP addresses. Subnet Mask: A subnet mask, which may be a part of the TCP/IP information provided by your ISP, is a set of four numbers (e.g. 255.255.255.
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