N300Wi-Fi RANGEEXTENDER®User ManualF9K1015v18820-01753 Rev. A00TABLE OF CONTENTSGetting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22What’s in the Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Set Up Your Range Extender Wirelessly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Wired Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22IC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Getting to Know Your Wi-Fi Range Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Technical Details. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Advanced Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Resetting the Wi-Fi Range Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Belkin International, Inc., Limited 2-Year Product Warranty . . . . . . . . . . .20GETTING STARTEDCongratulations on buying an N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender (theRange Extender). This device will enable you to extend the rangeof your dual-band router to eliminate "dead spots” in your wirelessnetwork. The Range Extender extends your 2.4GHz network.What’s in the BoxInitial SetupN300 Wi-Fi Range ExtenderTo get started, you will need:Quick Installation Guide• Your primary wireless router, its network name (SSID), and password.User Manual on CD• A personal computer with a web browserGETTING STARTEDSet Up Your Range Extender WirelesslyStep 1Step 2Find a spot that receives about half of your router’s Wi-Fi signal.Find a power outlet near that spot and plug in your Range Extender.GETTING STARTEDStep 3Step 4On your device, connect to the Wi-Fi network "belkin.setup”Complete setup by opening browser to:On Windows Vista or Windows 7, please check the option "ConnectAutomatically” when you select the network.http://Belkin.rangeBelkin.setupAgnes’s home wi-fiMyNetworkbelkin.f84GETTING STARTEDHow to reset the Range Extender and get it connected if youchange your router’s network name or password:Step 1: Locate the Range Extender’s reset button on the base ofthe unit.Step 2: With the unit still powered on, press and hold the RangeExtender’s reset button for 10 seconds.Step 3: Connect your computer to the "Belkin.setup” wireless network.Make sure nothing is plugged into your Ethernet port.Step 4: In your Internet browser, open the address"http://Belkin.range” and follow the on-screen instructions.GETTING TO KNOW YOUR Wi-Fi RANGE EXTENDERBlinking Amber: A connection was not created.B) Status LightYour Range Extender’s status is shown by the light on the front.Off: The Range Extender is not plugged into a power source.Blinking Blue: The Range Extender is starting up.Solid Blue: The Range Extender is connected to the Wi-Fi® network.Solid Amber: The Range Extender is connected to the Wi-Fi networkbut is experiencing a weak signal. A weak signal may lead to performanceproblems. Consider moving the Range Extender closer to thewireless router.A) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Light and Button (not pictured)Blinking Amber: The Range Extender is not connected to the Wi-Finetwork. Check to make sure that your wireless router is functioningproperly, and/or move the Range Extender closer to the wireless router.The WPS button on the top of your Range Extender can be used to helpestablish a secure connection between your Range Extender and otherWPS-enabled Wi-Fi devices such as computers. To use the WPS featureon your Range Extender, see "Advanced Settings > Wi-Fi ProtectedSetup > Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup.”Alternating Blue/Amber: The Range Extender is ready to be set up.(Refer to "Getting Started” for instructions on how to set up yourRange Extender.)The small LED light near the WPS button shows what is happening whileyou are using WPS to establish a connection.C) Reset Button (not pictured)Off: IdleThis button is used to restart your Range Extender in rare cases whenit functions incorrectly. Resetting the Range Extender will preserve yoursettings. This button may also be used to restore the factory defaultsettings. Please see the Troubleshooting section for more information.Blinking Blue: The Range Extender is listening for a WPS-enabledcomputer or other device.Solid Blue: The Range Extender has made a secure connection with thecomputer or other device.TECHNICAL DETAILSSystem RequirementsSpecificationsWireless Standards with Link Rate- IEEE 802.11n (up to 300Mbps for 2.4GHz)- IEEE 802.11g (up to 54Mbps*)- IEEE 802.11b (up to 11Mbps*)802.11/b/g/n 2.4GHz wireless router with broadband Internet connectionAt least one computer with:- Installed wireless network interface card and TCP/IP protocol- Windows® XP 32 (SP3 or greater), Windows Vista® 32/64,or Windows 7 32/64; or Mac OS® X v10.5 or above- Internet Explorer® v7 or above, Firefox®,Google Chrome™, or Safari®- Minimum 1.8GHz processor- Minimum 512MB RAMWireless Operating Spectrum:- 2.4GHzWireless Security:- Wi-Fi Protected Setup™- 256-bit WPA®/WPA2® encryption- 64/128-bit WEP encryptionADVANCED SETTINGSConnecting to the Web InterfaceWhen you are connected to your Range Extender, you canaccess the Range Extender’s Web-Based Advanced UserInterface (UI) using your Internet browser. In your browser,type "belkin.range.” Then press the "Enter” key.http://Belkin.rangeADVANCED SETTINGSThe Status PageThis page shows the detailed status of your Range Extender.The meaning of the various items is detailed below.1. Quick-Navigation LinksYou can go directly to any of the Range Extender’s advanced UI pagesby clicking directly on these links.2. LanguageShows the active language for the Advanced User Interface. Select thedesired language by clicking one of the available languages.3. Version InfoThe Version Info section gives you information on the hardwarepart number, version number, firmware version, and serial number.Belkin Technical Support may ask you for this information in certaintroubleshooting situations.4. FeaturesThis section details whether the WPS function is enabled or disabled.5. 2.4GHz ExtenderThese sections provide detailed information on the extended network.ADVANCED SETTINGSLogging into the FirmwareThe Range Extender’s home page is visible to any user who wants tosee it. To make any changes to the Range Extender’s settings, youhave to log in. Clicking on any one of the links on the home pagewill take you to the login screen. The Range Extender ships with nopassword entered. In the login screen, leave the password blank andclick the "Submit” button to log in.ADVANCED SETTINGSConfiguring the 2.4GHz Wireless ConnectionThis option will change the settings for the RangeExtender’s connection to your main 2.4GHz network.You can use this option for the following tasks:• Connecting to a different wireless network• Updating the settings after you’ve changed the wireless settings(e.g., security type or password) on your Range ExtenderClick on the "2.4GHz Wireless Connection”link on the left side of the screen.The Range Extender will provide the following options:Network Name (SSID)This is the name of the 2.4GHz network you wish to extend.Security TypeYou must specify the type of security for your RangeExtender (WPA2, WPA, WEP, or None).Password (Key)This is the password or passkey that you normallyuse to connect to your wireless router.10ADVANCED SETTINGSExtended Network SettingsThese options enable you to configure your Extended Networks.SSID SettingsThis screen enables you to configure the SSID, security,and other features of your Extended Network.We recommend accepting the default values here, which willmirror your main network. However, if you wish to changesettings for the Extended Network, you can do so here.11ADVANCED SETTINGSFor the network, you may configure the following:Protected ModeProtected mode ensures proper operation of draft 802.11n-compliantdevices on your wireless network when 802.11g or 802.11b devicesare present or when there is heavy 802.11g or 802.11b traffic inthe operating environment. Use protected mode if your networkconsists of a mix of Belkin Double N+ Wireless Cards and 802.11g or802.11b cards. If you are in an environment that includes little to no802.11g or 802.11b wireless network traffic, you will achieve the bestwireless performance with protected mode OFF. Conversely, in anenvironment with HEAVY 802.11g or 802.11b traffic or interference,you will achieve the best wireless performance with protectedmode ON. This will ensure wireless performance is not affected.Network Name (SSID)This is the name of your extended Wi-Fi Range Extender as it willshow up when you try to connect to it from a laptop, tablet, etc.Broadcast SSIDNote: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced usersonly. For security, you can choose not to broadcast your extendednetwork’s SSID. Doing so will keep your network name hiddenfrom computers that are scanning for the presence of wirelessnetworks. To turn off the broadcast of the SSID, remove the checkmark from the box next to "Broadcast SSID”, and then click "ApplyChanges.” The change is immediate. Each wireless computer ordevice now needs to be set to connect to your specific SSID. Referto the documentation of your computer, tablet, or other device.802.11e/WMM QoS802.11e/WMM QoS is a feature that prioritizes the trafficon your wireless network based on the type of traffic. Werecommend leaving this enabled for optimal performance.12ADVANCED SETTINGSSecurityThis screen enables you to change the wireless security settings suchas WPA or WEP.We recommend leaving the settings you used when you went throughthe Setup Wizard. By default, your Range Extender will use the samesecurity settings as your main network. However, if you wish, you mayspecify different security settings here.Security Type: You may specify the type of security here. Availableoptions are WPA2/WPA, WEP, and None (no security). We recommendyou use the same type of security as your main router.Password (Key):For WPA2 security, this can be any set of characters from 8 to 63characters in length, (only accept printable ASCII characters). ForWEP security, this must be a string of "hex characters” (0-9 or A-F).(If you specify "None” for the security, this field will be hidden.) Werecommend you use the same password as your main router.Obscure password:If this box is checked, the password will be obscured in your browserso that others cannot see it when you type it in.13ADVANCED SETTINGSWi-Fi Protected SetupYour Wi-Fi Range Extender supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup™(WPS) specification, which simplifies the setup of a wirelessnetwork. WPS uses familiar methodologies, such as typing ina Personal Identification Number (PIN) or pushing a button,to enable users to automatically configure network names andstrong WPA/WPA2 data encryption and authentication.Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup™Belkin recommends that you set up WPA2 as your wireless security.WPS does not provide additional security, but rather simplifiesthe addition of wireless devices to your wireless network. Youmay use either the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method orPIN method to allow a device access to your wireless network.PBC: Push and hold the WPS button located on the front of yourRange Extender for two seconds and the security LED will flash,indicating that WPS has been initiated. Then, initiate WPS on the clientdevice within two minutes (refer to your client’s documentation on thisprocedure). The wireless device and Range Extender will automaticallyexchange a security key and establish a secure connection.PIN: The client device has a WPS PIN number (eight digits) thatwill be provided to you when you initiate the connection to theRange Extender. Enable WPS through the screen illustrated to thebelow. Enter the client’s PIN into the Range Extender’s internalregistrar (accessed through this screen). The client will be securelyenrolled into your wireless network within two minutes.14RESETTING THE Wi-Fi RANGE EXTENDERRestart your Wi-Fi Range ExtenderRestoring Factory DefaultsIn some situations, it may be necessary to restore factory defaults;this will restore the unit to the settings when you pulled it outof the box. If you do this, you’ll need to set it up again.15RESETTING THE Wi-Fi RANGE EXTENDERUpdating the Range Extender’s Firmware via the Web InterfaceThe following steps show you how to update your Wi-FiRange Extender’s firmware using its web interface.Click the button to "Check for Firmware Updates.” This willshow you whether there is new firmware available.Download the firmware file and save it to your PC.Click "Choose Update File”; a box will open up. Selectthe firmware file you just downloaded.Click "Update Firmware.”16TROUBLESHOOTING, SUPPORT, AND WARRANTYTroubleshootingThe Range Extender is having troubleconnecting to your wireless network.Belkin Setup cannot find my Wi-Fi Range Extender.Blinking Amber LEDIf Belkin Setup is not able to communicate with your Wi-FiRange Extender during the installation process, pleasemake sure that the Range Extender is powered on.This indicates that the Wi-Fi Range Extender is notconnected to your wireless network. Please movethe Range Extender closer to your router.Solid Amber LEDThis indicates that the Wi-Fi Range Extender is connected to yourwireless network but the signal is weak. You might experience slowerperformance. Please move the Range Extender closer to your router.17TROUBLESHOOTING, SUPPORT, AND WARRANTYMy wireless network performance is slow, inconsistent,suffers from weak signal, or I’m having difficultymaintaining a connection with my wireless network.Reset ButtonThe "Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Range Extendermay function improperly. Resetting the Range Extender will restorethe Range Extender’s normal operation while maintaining theprogrammed settings. You can also restore the factory default settingsby using the "Reset” button. Use the restore option in instances whereyou may have forgotten your custom password.Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity andthe throughput performance between devices decreases whenthe distance between devices increases. Other factors that willcause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit) areobstructions such as walls and metal appliances. Note also thatconnection speed may decrease as you move your computer fartheraway from the Range Extender. Finally, note that all your wirelessdevices are sharing the same network. So, if you have another devicethat is generating a lot of network traffic (for example, transferringlarge files) that will compromise the performance of other deviceson the network. Try moving high-traffic devices closer to the RangeExtender, or try wiring them to your router with an Ethernet cable.Resetting the Wi-Fi Range ExtenderPush and release the "Reset” button. The light on the Range Extenderwill momentarily flash and then become solid again, indicating that thereset is complete.Restoring Your Range Extender to Factory DefaultsPress and hold the "Reset” button for at least 10 seconds, and thenrelease it. The light on the Range Extender will momentarily flashand then will begin to blink. When the light becomes solid again, therestore is complete.18TROUBLESHOOTING, SUPPORT, AND WARRANTYTechnical SupportUShttp://www.belkin.com/supportUKhttp://www.belkin.com/uk/supportAustraliahttp://www.belkin.com/au/supportNew Zealandhttp://www.belkin.com/au/supportSingapore1800 622 1130Europehttp://www.belkin.com/uk/support19TROUBLESHOOTING, SUPPORT, AND WARRANTYBelkin International, Inc., Limited 2-Year Product Warrantylightning, earthquake, war, vandalism, theft, normal-use wear and tear,erosion, depletion, obsolescence, abuse, damage due to low voltagedisturbances (i.e. brownouts or sags), non-authorized program, or systemequipment modification or alteration.What this warranty covers.Belkin International, Inc. ("Belkin”) warrants to the original purchaser ofthis Belkin product that the product shall be free of defects in design,assembly, material, or workmanship.How to get service.To get service for your Belkin product you must take the following steps:1. Contact Belkin International, Inc., at 12045 E. Waterfront Drive, PlayaVista, CA 90094, Attn: Customer Service, or call (800)-223-5546,within 15 days of the Occurrence. Be prepared to provide the followinginformation:a. The part number of the Belkin product.b. Where you purchased the product.c. When you purchased the product.d. Copy of original receipt.What the period of coverage is.Belkin warrants the Belkin product for two years.What will we do to correct problems?Product Warranty.Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free ofcharge (except for shipping charges for the product). Belkin reserves theright to discontinue any of its products without notice, and disclaims anylimited warranty to repair or replace any such discontinued products. In theevent that Belkin is unable to repair or replace the product (for example,because it has been discontinued), Belkin will offer either a refund ora credit toward the purchase of another product from Belkin.com in anamount equal to the purchase price of the product as evidenced on theoriginal purchase receipt as discounted by its natural use.2. Your Belkin Customer Service Representative will then instruct you onhow to forward your receipt and Belkin product and how to proceedwith your claim.Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All costsof shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be bornesolely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, thatit is impractical to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin, Belkin maydesignate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repair facility to inspect andestimate the cost to repair such equipment. The cost, if any, of shipping theequipment to and from such repair facility and of such estimate shall beborne solely by the purchaser. Damaged equipment must remain availableWhat is not covered by this warranty?All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not providedto Belkin for inspection upon Belkin’s request at the sole expense ofthe purchaser, or if Belkin determines that the Belkin product has beenimproperly installed, altered in any way, or tampered with. The BelkinProduct Warranty does not protect against acts of God such as flood,20TROUBLESHOOTING, SUPPORT, AND WARRANTYfor inspection until the claim is finalized. Whenever claims are settled,Belkin reserves the right to be subrogated under any existing insurancepolicies the purchaser may have.Belkin reserves the right to review thedamaged Belkin product. All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkinfor inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines,in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged equipmentto Belkin, Belkin may designate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repairfacility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment. The cost,if any, of shipping the equipment to and from such repair facility and ofsuch estimate shall be borne solely by the purchaser. Damaged equipmentmust remain available for inspection until the claim is finalized. Wheneverclaims are settled, Belkin reserves the right to be subrogated under anyexisting insurance policies the purchaser may have.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have otherrights, which may vary from state to state. Some states do not allow theexclusion or limitation of incidental, consequential, or other damages, sothe above limitations may not apply to you.DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FORELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITYWe, Belkin International, Inc., of 12045 E. Waterfront Drive, PlayaVista, CA 90094, declare under our sole responsibility that the device,F9K1015v1, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation.How state law relates to the warranty.THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN. THEREARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR, EXCEPT AS REQUIREDBY LAW, IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITIONOF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULARPURPOSE, AND SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IF ANY, ARE LIMITED INDURATION TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,so the above limitations may not apply to you.IN NO EVENT SHALL BELKIN BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR MULTIPLE DAMAGES SUCHAS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUTOF THE SALE OR USE OF ANY BELKIN PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OFTHE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.21REGULATORY INFORMATIONFCC StatementIMPORTANT NOTE:FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:Federal Communication Commission Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forthfor an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installedand operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiatorand your body.This equipment generate, uses, and can radiate radio frequencyenergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occurin a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect 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 fromthat to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.IC Statement:This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Cet appareil numérique de la classe B conforme á la norme NMB-003du Canada.This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device maynot cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved bythe party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority tooperate this equipment.Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicablesaux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée auxdeux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectriquesubi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre lefonctionnement.This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating inconjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating inconjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.22REGULATORY INFORMATIONCet appareil et son antenne (s) ne doit pas être co-localisés oufonctionnement en association avec une autre antenne ou transmetteur.IMPORTANT NOTE:IC Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits setforth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installedand operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator andyour body.NOTE IMPORTANTE: (Pour l’utilisation de dispositifs mobiles)Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations:Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnementslC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit êtreinstallé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source derayonnement et votre corps.23© 2014 Belkin International, Inc. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks ofrespective manufacturers listed. Mac OS and Safari are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered inthe U.S. and other countries. Windows, Windows Vista, and Internet Explorer are either registeredtrademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.