Amped Wireless ATHENA-EX HIGH POWERRE2600M User manual

User’s Guide
RE2600M
ATHENA-EX
HIGH POWERTM AC2600
WI-FI®RANGE EXTENDER

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.....................................................................2
GETTING STARTED.................................................................3
Package Contents.............................................................................3
LED Indicators ..................................................................................4
Back Panel Description .....................................................................6
SETUP GUIDE ...................................................................................8
Find a Setup Location .......................................................................8
Connect your PC to the Range Extender ...........................................9
Welcome to the Dashboard............................................................11
Scan for a Wireless Network...........................................................12
Extended Network Settings (SSID & Security) .................................14
Connect to the new Extended Network ..........................................16
Setup Summary .............................................................................. 17
5.0GHz WI-FI SETTINGS........................................................ 20
Home Network Settings (5.0GHz)...................................................20
Extended Network Settings (5.0GHz)..............................................22
Guest Networks (5.0GHz) ...............................................................24
Wi-Fi Protected Setup –WPS (5.0GHz) ...........................................26
User Access (5.0GHz)......................................................................27
Wireless Coverage Controls (5.0GHz) ............................................. 28
Access Schedule (5.0GHz)............................................................... 29
Advanced Settings (5.0GHz) ........................................................... 30
2.4GHz WI-FI SETTINGS........................................................ 31
Home Network Settings (2.4GHz)...................................................31
Extended Network Settings (2.4GHz)..............................................33
Guest Network (2.4GHz).................................................................35
Wi-Fi Protected Setup –WPS (2.4GHz) ...........................................37
User Access (2.4GHz)......................................................................38
Wireless Coverage Controls (2.4GHz) .............................................39
Access Schedule (2.4GHz) ...............................................................39
Advanced Settings (2.4GHz) ...........................................................41
USB STORAGE......................................................................42
Local Sharing ..................................................................................42
BOOSTBAND™ TECHNOLOGY ...............................................46
NETWORK SETTINGS............................................................47
IP Settings......................................................................................47
Wired Port Routing.........................................................................49
MANAGEMENT FEATURES ...................................................50
Device Status..................................................................................51
Network Statistics...........................................................................53
System Clock...................................................................................54
System Logs....................................................................................55
Upgrade Firmware .........................................................................56
Save/Reload Settings......................................................................58
Password Settings ..........................................................................59
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.................................................59
DEFAULT SETTINGS..............................................................61
TROUBLESHOOTING & SUPPORT INFORMATION ..................62
WARRANTY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION ....................79
LEGAL NOTICES & DISCLAIMERS...........................................89

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Amped Wireless product. At Amped Wireless we strive to provide you with the
highest quality products through innovation and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on delivering
products that outperform and go beyond your expectations. If you have any questions please feel free to
contact us. We’d love to hear from you and thank you for your support!
Email: [e-mail]
Call: 888-573-8830
Web: www.ampedwireless.com

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GETTING STARTED
Package Contents
Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package:
ATHENA-EX High Power AC2600 Wi-Fi Range Extender with MU-MIMO
4 x Detachable High Gain Antennas
Power Adapter
Setup Guide
CD: User’s Guide, Installation Video, Setup Guide, & Wi-Fi Analytics App

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LED Indicators
Power/WPS: Indicates when the Router is powered on. The LED will remain on. Blinks when Wi-Fi Protected
Setup (WPS) is activated and the Router awaits a connection.
5.0GHz Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is transmitted or received over the 5GHz
wireless network.
2.4GHz Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is transmitted or received over the 2.4GHz
wireless network.
Signal Strength LED: Indicates when the Range Extender is connected to a Home Network and the signal
strength quality of that connection.
USB Connection: Indicates when a USB storage device is connected to either of the USB ports.

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Gigabit Wired Ports 1-4: Indicates when a networking device is connected to a wired port on the back of the
Range Extender. The LED will blink rapidly when wired data traffic is transmitted or received. The green LED
displays when a there is an active gigabit connection.

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Back Panel Description
From Left to Right
Antenna Connectors: RJ-SMA antenna connectors. Attach the included high gain antennas to these
connectors.
Power On/Off: Push to turn the Range Extender on or off.
Power: Power adapter port. Output: 12V, 2.5A, Input: 100-240v.
USB Port: Attach USB storage devices, such as USB flash drives and external hard drives, for file sharing. A
USB 3.0 port is located on the right side panel of the Router for faster connections.
Wired Devices: Gigabit RJ-45 ports for connecting to wired computers or network devices.
LED On/Off: Push to turn LED indicators on or off.

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WPS: Hold down for 3 seconds to enable WPS push button configuration.
Reset: Push down once to reboot the Router. Hold down for 5-10 seconds to reset the router back to factory
settings.

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SETUP GUIDE
Find a Setup Location
The location of where you install the Range Extender is very important to how it will function. The optimal
setup location should be somewhere no more than halfway between your Wi-Fi router and your Wi-Fi dead
zone.

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Attach the Antennas & Connect your PC or Tablet to the Range Extender
a. Connect the included high gain antennas by screwing them into the antenna connectors.
b. Plug the Range Extender into an available power outlet.
c. Connect your PC or Tablet to the Range Extender’s Wi-Fi network: Amped_AthenaEX_2.4 or
Amped_AthenaEX_5.0

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Open your Web Browser to Access the Web Menu
a. Open your web browser.
b. Type in: http://setup.ampedwireless.com
into the web address bar.
c. If the web menu fails to open, type in the
following IP address into your web address bar:
http://192.168.1.240
a. Disconnect your PC from all Wi-Fi networks.
b. Attach an Ethernet cable between the PC and the Range Extender.
c. Open your web browser and go to http://setup.ampedwireless.com again.

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Welcome to the Dashboard
The Dashboard will provide you with the current status of the
Range Extender.
Click SCAN to find an available network to extend.
The diagram on this page displays the terms used to describe:
1. The network you are trying to extend (Home Network).
2. The network that is rebroadcasted and extended
(Extended Network).
Study this diagram carefully as the terms used in the following
instructions will refer to these names.

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Scan for a Wireless Network
The Scan result will list all available 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz wireless
networks detected by the Range Extender –including each network
name (SSID), the operating channel, the type of security and the
signal strength.
If you are extending a dual band router, you will need to select the
SSID of your 2.4GHz network and the SSID of your 5.0GHz network.
The signal strength indicates the wireless connection between that
network and the Range Extender. It is important to choose networks
that are greater than 70%. A wireless network with a signal strength
of less than 70% may create a poor connection which results in
slower throughput and frequent dropped connections.
If you fail to find any wireless networks, or your signal strength is below 70%, try moving the Range Extender
closer to the wireless network that you are trying to repeat and click SCAN again.
Once you have selected your wireless network(s), click Next to continue. If you are only connecting to one
network, simply select that 2.4 or 5.0GHz network and click Next to continue.

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Connecting to a Secure Network
If the wireless network(s) you are trying to repeat has wireless
security enabled, you will be prompted to enter a security key. If
you are repeating a dual band router, you will need to enter the
security key for both the 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz network. If either
network does not have security, leave the field blank.
After you have entered the security key(s), click Next to
continue.
If you do not know the key to the network you are trying to
repeat, then click Back and select another network.

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Extended Network Settings (SSID & Security)
The default SSID of the Range Extender is
“Amped_AthenaEX_2.4” and “Amped_AthenaEX_5.0”.
If you choose to "Clone" the settings from your Home
Network, the wizard will copy the SSID and security key of your
Home Network.
The SSID of the Extended Network will have a "_RE" at the end of
its name. For example: Home_Network_RE.
You can also manually enter a new network ID and security key.
The new security key must be at least 8 characters long.
Click Next to apply the settings.

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Connection Check
DO NOT LEAVE OR REFRESH THIS PAGE.
Allow the countdown to complete and the Wizard will
automatically redirect you to the next step.

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Connect to the new Extended Network
During the countdown process, the Range Extender will reboot
and disconnect the Wi-Fi connection. At this point, you will need
to reconnect your PC or tablet to the new Extended Network.
Follow the instructions on the screen to connect to the Extended
Network.
Once you have connected, click the OK button to complete the
setup process.
If there are problems with your configuration, the Wizard will
inform you to rescan for a network to extend.
If there are no problems, you will see the Setup
Summary on the following page.

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Setup Summary
Congratulations, the Range Extender is now successfully
configured. Your settings are now saved.
Print the Setup Summary details and save it for future reference.
If you have any wired devices that you would like to attach to the
Range Extender, you may do so now.
If you haven’t already positioned your Range Extender in an
optimal location, you may do so. All Range Extender settings are
saved and can be safely powered off for relocation.
Use the Signal Strength LED to assist you in finding the optimal
installation location. (See the following page for details.)
Enjoy your extended network!

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Signal Strength LED
The Signal Strength LED will help you find the most optimal
location. It may take 1-3 minutes for the LED to register
after powering on the Extender. We recommend a signal
of at least 70% or when the LED is green.
Wired Port Routing
The Setup Wizard automatically selects the Home Network (2.4GHz or
5.0GHz) your wired devices will be routed through to connect to the
Internet. If you wish to change this setting you may do so from the web
menu by accessing Network Settings > Wired Port Routing.

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If the Home/Office Network connection fails try the following…
The failed connection page will provide you with information on why the connection failed. Read the
instructions carefully and retry your connection. The tips below will help to solve common issues:
a. Check to make sure your Home Network security settings are correct.
b. On the SCAN page, check that your Home Network is showing a signal of 70% or greater. If not, move
the Range Extender closer to your Home Network router and try again. If you are connecting to a dual
band router, ensure that both the 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz networks show a signal strength of 70% or
greater.
c. Check that your Home Network router’s DHCP server is enabled.
d. Try changing the channel of the Home Network router to a higher channel number and run the Setup
Wizard again.
e. Check the internet connection on your Home Network wireless router. Connect directly to your router
and attempt to access the web. If this fails, the problem is with your internet connection. Contact
your broadband provider to fix this issue first before configuring the Range Extender.
f. Try to reboot (unplug the power from the Range Extender and plug it back in) the Range Extender and
check to see if the connection is established (some networks may be very slow and take longer than
the allotted time for the Range Extender to successfully connect).