The Linksys RE1000 Wireless-N Extender lets you repeat the wireless signal of any access point or router to provide Internet connectivity in hard to reach areas through a wired or wireless connection.
This Wireless-N range extender can be set up through:
- Accessing its web-based setup page
- Using Linksys Connect software if you have it installed in your computer
- Using the setup software in the CD that comes with it
- Using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) on the RE1000 if your router also supports it
Below are the basic parts and features of the RE1000.
Power - The Power LED lights up white when the extender is powered ON. The light flashes slowly every three (3) seconds when the device is reset to factory defaults or during a firmware upgrade. When the extender is ready for use, the light is continuously lit. If there is an error, the light flashes quickly (every second).
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ LED - Take note of the following activities for the WPS LED:
- 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.
Top Panel
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) button - if you have client devices that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ such as wireless printers, this button automatically configures wireless connection and security after initial setup.
Power switch - powers the extender ON or OFF.
NOTE: This functionality is only available in the European versions of the RE1000.
Reset button - Press the Reset button for eight (8) seconds to reset the extender to its factory defaults. You can also reset the device from the Administration > Factory Defaults screen in the extender’s web-based setup page.
Power port - This is where you connect the power adapter.
Bottom Panel
Ethernet port - the Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) port works as a wireless bridge to instantly connect any wired Ethernet device to a wireless network. The green LED is lit when an Ethernet device is connected and active on this port.
Product Features:
- Supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ for wireless client devices.
- Can be set up using Linksys Connect software or through the web-based utility for manual configuration.
- Security features include Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) security, which encrypts data on your wireless network.
The RE1000 only supports Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) with hexadecimal format security key. If your gateway is setup with a WEP ASC II format, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for assistance.
- RE1000 Linksys Connect Setup Software is compatible with the following operating systems (OS):
Windows
o Windows XP SP3
o Windows Vista SP1
o Windows 7
o Windows 8
Mac OS X®
o Leopard 10.5.8 or higher
o Snow Leopard 10.6.1 or higher
o Lion 10.7 all versions
o Mountain Lion 10.8 all versions
QUICK TIP: For more details about this product, visit the Linksys Support Site to browse for more troubleshooting articles, downloadable user guides or firmware updates and other support information.
For a video overview on how to set up the Linksys RE1000, click here.
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