Linksys RE3000W User manual

User Gui d e
R E 3000W V2

Introduction
This User Guide can help you connect the extender to your network and solve common setup
issues. You can find more help from our award-winning, 24/7 customer support at
Linksys.com/support.
Contents
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
How to install the range extender................ 2
How to access the browser-based utility .......... 5
Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup..................... 7
How to use Site Survey.......................... 9
Troubleshooting................................ 10
Specifications.................................. 13

Overview
Front
The light on the front of the range extender gives you information about power and Wi-Fi
Protected Setup. Use Wi-Fi Protected Setup to automatically and securely connect compatible
wireless devices such as wireless printers.
Power Light
Status/ description
Blinking Green
 Powered on
 Resetting to factory defaults
 Upgrading its firmware
Solid Green
 Ready to use
Solid amber
 Weak connection with the router
Fix: Unplug the extender, and move
it closer to the router
Blinking Orange
 Cannot establish a connection
 Other error
Fix: Unplug the extender, plug it back
in, wait two seconds, reconnect to your
network

Side
Power Switch European versions only.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button Use Wi-Fi Protected Setup to automatically and securely add
compatible wireless devices to your network. Refer to Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup on page 7.
Reset Press and hold for about five seconds to reset to factory defaults. You can also restore
the defaults from the Administration > Factory Defaults screen in the extender’s browser- based
utility.
Bottom
Ethernet (blue) Connect wired devices to your wireless network with Ethernet (network) cables.
The green light turns on when an Ethernet device is connected and active on this port. The light
blinks when the extender is sending or receiving data over the Ethernet port.
How to install the range extender
Before setup, unplug or disconnect any range extenders on the network.

1. Plug in the range extender midway between your router and the area without Wi-Fi.
Be sure you have at least 50% of your router’s Wi-Fi signal at that point on the device
you will use for setup. The setup software will help you find the best spot if you have
trouble.
2. Wait for a solid light on the cover of the range extender. It could take up to two minutes.
On a computer, phone or tablet, connect to the Wi-Fi network “Linksys Extender Setup.”
 Windows 7 and Windows 8 will ask you, “Do you want to set up your network?” Click
the link, “Connect to network without setting it up.”
3. If setup doesn’t start automatically, open a browser to http://extender.linksys.com
TIP
You can also connect the range extender by using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. For more
information, see “Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup” on page 7.
How to access the browser-based utility
After setting up the extender use the extender’s browser-based utility to change any
settings.
Windows XP:
TIP
To follow these instructions, enable UPnP:
1. Click Start, Control Panel, Add or Remove Program, then click Add/Remove
Windows Components.
2. Select Network Services, then click Details.
3. Select UPnP User Interface, then click OK.
1. Open Windows Explorer. Click My Network Places on the left panel.
2. Look for the RE3000Wicon on the right panel. (You might be required to change the firewall
settings to allow the display of networked computers. Refer to your operating system’s help
for instructions.)
3. Double-click the RE3000W icon. A web browser will open and prompt you to enter your User
name and Password.
4. Leave the User name field blank, and enter the default password “admin.”
5. Click OK.
Windows 8, Windows 7, or Vista:
1. Open Windows Explorer (File Explorer in Windows 8). Click Network. Look for the RE3000W
icon on the right panel. (You might be required to change the firewall settings to allow the
display of networked computers. Refer to your operating system’s help for instructions.)
2. Right-click the RE3000W icon. Click Properties. Click on the address link in Device
webpage. A web browser will open and prompt you to enter a User name and Password.
3. Leave the User name blank, and enter the default password “admin.”
4. Click OK.

Mac OS X:
1. Open Safari. Click the book icon. Click Bonjour on the left panel. Look for the RE3000W
icon on the bottom right panel.
2. Double-click the RE3000W icon.
3. Leave the User name blank, and enter the default password “admin.”
4. Click OK.
Using range extender settings
Click Help on the right side of the screen for additional information on the screen’s
options.
Changes to settings will not be effective until you click Save Settings at the bottom of
the screen. You also can click Cancel Changes to clear any changes.

Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ makes it easy to connect your extender to your network, and
connect other devices to your network through the extender.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup light activity
WPS Light
Status/ description
Blinking
Green
 When WPS connection is in
process
Solid Green
 When WPS connection is
successful
Blinking
amber for two
minutes
 When WPS cannot establish
connection or encounters a
problem
Fix: wait a few seconds after LED
stops blinking and try again
Connecting the extender to an existing access point
If your access point or router supports it, you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup to connect
the range extender to the access point or router. Choose from the setup methods
below to connect the extender.
NOTE
If you have an access point or a router that does not support Wi-Fi Protected Setup,
note the wireless settings, and then manually configure the extender.

Connecting with the Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button
Use this method if your router or access point has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button.
1. Press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the extender.
2. Click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup
screen (if available), OR press and hold the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the
router for one second. When the connection is complete, the Wi-Fi Protected Setup
light on the extender will be solid.
3. If you used the extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen, click OK in that screen
within two minutes.
NOTE
If you have a dual-band router and wish to connect to both bands, you will have to
perform the WPS setup twice. The first connection will be on the 2.4 GHz band.

Connecting with the range extender’s PIN
The Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN (Personal Identification Number) can be found on the
product label on the bottom of the extender. You can use this method only if your
router’s administration utility has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup menu.
1. Enter the extender’s PIN into the appropriate field on the router’s Wi- Fi Protected
Setup screen. Click Register. When the connection is complete, the Wi-Fi Protected
Setup light on the extender will be solid.
2. Click OK.
Connecting devices to your network through the extender
Choose from the methods below to connect devices that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup
to your network.
NOTE
Repeat the instructions for each client device that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

Connecting with the Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button
Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button.
1. Press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the client device.
2. Click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the extender’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. When the connection is complete, the Wi-Fi Protected
Setup light on the extender will be solid.
3. If using the extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen, be sure to click OK within two
minutes or you will have to start over.
Connecting with the client device’s PIN
Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN (Personal
Identification Number).
1. Enter the PIN from the client device in the field on the extender’s Wi-Fi Protected
Setup screen.
2. Click Register on the extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen. When the
connection is complete, the Wi-Fi Protected Setup light on the extender will be solid.
3. Click OK on the extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen within two minutes or you
will have to start over.
Connecting with the extender’s PIN
Use this method if your client device asks for the extender’s PIN.
1. On the client device, enter the PIN listed on the extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup
screen. (It is also listed on the product label on the bottom of the extender.) When
the connection is complete, the Wi-Fi Protected Setup light on the extender will be
solid.
2. Click OK on the extender’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen within two minutes.
How to use Site Survey

Site Survey gives a snapshot of all neighboring access points and wireless routers
within range of the extender.
To open the Site Survey page:
1. Log in to the browser-based utility (see “How to access the browser- based utility”
on page 5).
2. Click the Wireless tab. Click the Site Survey page.
3. Select—To connect to a wireless network, click the button next to the wireless
network name (SSID) in the Select column, and click Connect.
4. SSID—Displays the name of neighboring wireless networks.
5. GHz—Displays the radio band (in GHz) of the neighboring wireless networks
6. Signal Strength—Displays the relative position of the neighboring access points
by indicating the power of the wireless signal received: 1 bar= 20%,2 bars=40%, 3
bars=60%, 4 bars=80%, 5 bars=100%. If no bar is displayed, the extender is located
too far away from the upstream access point. Try to keep the signal strength
between 60% and 100% for optimum performance.
7. Security—Displays the mode of security in use by the neighboring APs. If a network
supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup, the Wi-Fi Protected Setup icon is also displayed.
To connect your extender with an access point or router in Site Survey, you will
need to know the password or passphrase of the network on that device.

1. Select the network name (SSID) that you want to repeat with your extender by
clicking the corresponding button in the Select column.
2. Click Connect. When prompted, enter the password or passphrase used to secure
your wireless network. The type of security information required in this screen must
match your access point or router’s wireless security settings.
3. Click Save. Your extender wireless parameters should be configured. The wireless
interface will restart, and the extender will connect to the access point or router you
have chosen.
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8. Troubleshooting
NOTE Your RE3000 works on 2.4GHz network.
You cannot get your extender connected
Check the position of your router and extender

 For first-time setup, you may need to place the extender closer to the router.
After you’ve set up your extender, you can unplug it and move it to the final
location.
 To reduce signal obstructions, try alternate locations for the router and extender.
 Avoid placing the router and extender near metal objects, masonry walls,
and reflective surfaces such as glass or mirrors.
 Avoid placing the router and extender near other electronics that may
cause signal interference.
If you’re using Wi-Fi Protected Setup to connect, wait until the Wi-Fi Protected
Setup indicator stops blinking before trying to make the connection again.
You cannot access your range extender
To access your range extender, you must be connected to your own network. If
you currently have wireless Internet access, the problem may be that you have
accidentally connected to a different wireless network.
For Mac instructions, see “To fix the problem on Mac computers:” on page 12.
To fix the problem on Windows computers:
1. On your Windows desktop, right-click the wireless icon in the system tray.
The icon might look different depending on which version of Windows
you are running.
2. Click View Available Wireless Networks.
3. Select your network name. Click Connect. In the example below, the
computer was connected to another wireless network named JimsRouter.
The name of the correct network, BronzeEagle in this example, is
selected.

4. If you are prompted to enter a network key, type your password (Security
Key) into the Network key and Confirm network key fields. Click Connect.
You should now be able to access the range extender’s browser-based
utility.
To fix the problem on Mac computers:
1. In the menu bar across the top of the screen, click the Wi-Fi icon.
Linksys Connect has automatically assigned your network a name.
In the example below, the computer was connected to another wireless
network named JimsRouter. The name of the Linksys E-Series network,
BronzeEagle in this example, is selected.
2. Select the wireless network name of the router you want to connect to.
3. Type your wireless network password (Security Key) into the Password
field. Click OK.

You should now be able to access the range extender’s browser-based
You have intermittent connection problems
Plug in the range extender midway between your router and the area without Wi-Fi. Be
sure you have at least 50% of your router’s Wi-Fi signal at that point on the device you
used for setup.
9.Specifications
RE3000W V2
Model Name Linksys RE3000W
Model Description Wireless-N Range Extender
Model Number RE3000W V2
Standards IEEE , 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.3u
Ports Fast Ethernet,
Buttons Reset, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Power
(European model only)
LEDs Power/Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Ethernet (link,
activity)
Antennas 2 internal
Detachable (y/n) No
Wireless Security Wi-Fi Protected Access™ 2 (WPA2), Wi-Fi
Protected Access™ (WPA), WEP
Security Key Bits Up to 128-bit encryption
Environmental
Dimensions 2.64” x 1.49” x 4.13” (67 x 38 x 105 mm)

Weight 5.12 oz (145 g)
Power 5VDC/2.0A
Certification FCC, ICES-003, RSS210, CE, Wi-Fi (IEEE
802.11 b/g/n), WPA2™, WMM®, Wi-Fi
Protected Setup™
Operating Temperature 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage Temperature -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Operating Humidity 10 to 80% noncondensing
Storage Humidity 5 to 90% noncondensing
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

FCC Statement:
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct 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 from that to which the
receiver is connected.
● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be
operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.

This device and it's antennas(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter
product procedures.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance
20cm between the radiator & your body.

IC Statement:
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de
l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est
susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
This device and it's antennas(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter except in accordance with IC multi-transmitter product
procedures.
Cet appareil et son antenne (s) ne doit pas être co-localisés ou fonctionnement en
association avec une autre antenne ou transmetteur.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies
pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un
minimum de 20cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.

For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be
operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
Pour les produits disponibles aux États-Unis / Canada du marché, seul le canal 1 à 11
peuvent être exploités. Sélection d'autres canaux n'est pas possible.
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