Cisco Linksys RE1000 User Manual

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Wireless-N Extender
Linksys RE1000 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration
NOTE: If you have an access point or a router that
do not support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, note the
wireless settings, and then manually configure
the Extender.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (AP mode for adding
new wireless clients behind the Extender)
Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a feature that makes it easy to set
up your wireless network. If you have client devices, such
as wireless printers, that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup,
then you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup.
Three methods of Wi-Fi Protected Setup are available.
Use the method that applies to the client device you are
configuring.
Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
NOTE: Wi-Fi Protected Setup configures one
client device at a time. Repeat the instructions
for each client device that supports Wi-Fi
Protected Setup.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Light Activity
• The Cisco logo on the top panel of the Extender
functions as the Wi-Fi Protected Setup light.
• When the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process is active, the
light flashes slowly. When the Wi-Fi Protected Setup is
successful, the light is continuously lit.
• If there is an error, the light flashes quickly for two
minutes; please wait and try again.
• Wait until the light is continuously lit, before starting
the next Wi-Fi Protected Setup session.
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button Use this method if
your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button.
NOTE: Make sure you configure one client
device at a time.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button
c. Click or press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on
the client device.
d. Click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the
Extennder’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen, OR press
and hold the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the
top panel of the Extender for one second.
e. After the client device has been configured, click
OK on the Extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen
within two minutes.
• Enter Client Device PIN on Extender Use this
method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected
Setup PIN (Personal Identification Number).
Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Enter Client Device PIN on Extender
a. Enter the PIN from the client device in the field on
the Extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen.
b. Click the Register button on the Extender’s Wi-Fi
Protected Setup screen.
c. After the client device has been configured, click
OK on the Extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen
within two minutes.
• Enter Extender PIN on Client Device Use this
method if your client device asks for the Extender’s
PIN.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Enter Extender PIN on Client Device
a. On the client device, enter the PIN listed on the
Extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen. (It is also
listed on the bottom of the Extender.)
b. After the client device has been configured, click
OK on the Extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen
within two minutes.

Cisco Linksys RE1000 Specifications

General

Brand	Cisco
Model	Linksys RE1000
Category	Extender
Language	English