Linksys RE9000 User manual

Manually setting up the Linksys RE9000
In situations where you want to bypass the Linksys RE9000 MU-MIMO Range Extender’s setup
wizard, you can follow the steps below to manually configure the range extender.
NOTE: This article assumes that your Linksys RE9000 is on factory defaults. To reset the Linksys
RE9000, press the Reset button for 5 seconds.
Step 1:
Turn ON the Linksys RE9000 and wait for the light indicator to blink orange.
Step 2:
Using a wireless device, locate and connect to the Linksys Extender Setup Wi-Fi.
Step 3:
Once connected, open a browser and go to http://extender.linksys.com to launch setup.
NOTE: If the Linksys RE9000 has not detected a DHCP server, it defaults to its IP address,
192.168.1.1.
Step 4:
Click the Manual Setup link at the bottom.

Step 5:
Enter “admin” in the Password field then click Login.
Step 6:
You have now bypassed the Setup wizard. Configure your manual settings as needed.
NOTE: In order to configure the upstream connection, you must use the Wizard option by going to
Wireless > Wizard.
Select your mode of choice, click Change and follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE: If you are changing to Access Point (Wired Range Extender) mode, make sure to have an
ethernet cable ready to connect your Linksys RE9000 to your router.
Setting up the Linksys RE9000 using WPS
The Linksys RE9000 MU-MIMO Range Extender can be set up using Wi-Fi Protected Setup™
(WPS). This article will show you the steps on how to do so.
Step 1:
Plug the Linksys RE9000 into a wall outlet that is close to your router.
NOTE: Wait for the light indicator to change to orange. To learn more about this device’s light
behavior, click here.
Step 2:
Press the WPS button on your wireless router.
Step 3:
Press the WPS button at the side panel of your Linksys RE9000.
NOTE: The indicator light on the front of the range extender will blink green.
Step 4:
Wait for the front light to turn solid green to indicate that the connection is successful.

Accessing the Linksys RE9000’s web-based setup page
The Linksys RE9000 MU-MIMO Range Extender is a tri-band ethernet bridge and a range
extender all-in-one. This article will show you how you can access the Linksys RE9000’s web-based
setup page.
Step 1:
Connect a device to your range extender’s Wi-Fi and launch a browser once connected.
Step 2:
Do one of the following methods to log in to the Linksys RE9000’s web-based setup page:
Enter "http://extender.linksys.com” in the Address bar.
Enter “http://RE9000” (for Windows® users) in the Address bar
NOTE: If you changed your Linksys RE9000’s name, then you will need to use the custom name
(e.g., http://MyAP).
Enter "http://RE9000.local" (for Mac® users) in the Address bar.
NOTE: If you changed your Linksys RE9000 name, then you will need to use the custom name
(e.g., http://MyAP.local).
Enter the Linksys RE9000’s IP address.
NOTE: If the Linksys RE9000 does not detect a DHCP server, the default IP address
is 192.168.1.1. Otherwise, you will need to look up your range extender’s IP address in the DHCP
table. To know how to do this using a Linksys Wi-Fi Router, click here. If you are using a Linksys
Smart Wi-Fi Router, click here.
QUICK TIP: Some options may not be available in Access Point mode due to the design and
functionality as an access point.
Step 3:
You will be prompted for an administrative Password. If you have changed your password, enter
your customized password. Otherwise, enter the default “admin” in the field then click Login.

ADVANCED CONFIGURATION
1. What is 802.11r?
802.11r is a proprietary implementation of IEEE 802.11r-2008 (fast BSS transition) on Linksys
RE9000 to support Seamless Roaming. When an 802.11r-compliant device such as iPhone® roams
from one Linksys RE9000 to another Linksys RE9000 or any Linksys Max-Stream product, the fast
transition mechanism can reduce the authentication time needed for a full WPA/WPA2 Personal
four-way handshake to under 100 ms.
2. When would I need to enable the 802.11r feature on my Linksys RE9000?
If you have any Linksys Max-Stream wireless product in your network, enable this feature to support
Fast BSS Transition for roaming from one Linksys RE9000 to another Linksys RE9000.
3. Does the Linksys RE9000 support Seamless Roaming?
Yes. Seamless Roaming allows your supported device such as an iPad® or iPhone® to roam
between a supported Linksys Max-Stream router or range extender products (make sure that the
latest firmware is installed with Seamless Roaming support).
Moving between a traditional router and range extender, your home Wi-Fi signal can experience lag
or a dropped connection. With its intuitive technology, Seamless Roaming allows you to move from
one room to another and automatically switches your device to connect to the strongest Wi-Fi signal.
4. What are the guidelines when using Seamless Roaming on my Linksys RE9000?
In order for Seamless Roaming to work properly, you must configure the range extender accordingly:
Works with another Linksys Max-Stream extender or router
NOTE: You may need a firmware update to add the Seamless Roaming support. Check your
product's Release Notes to be sure.

Wi-Fi names must be the same
Must be on the same subnet
Must have the same Wi-Fi security settings
NOTE: Only WPA2 or WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode is supported.
The client device must also support Seamless Roaming (ex., on Android™ devices, the
option is called Wi-Fi Roaming). Check your device's manufacturer to make sure that this
option is enabled. Seamless Roaming works between Wi-Fi to Wi-Fi only and not 4G to Wi-
Fi when using a mobile device.
5. Does my Linksys RE9000 support MAC Filtering?
Yes. If you set up Mac Filtering on your Linksys RE9000 you must also setup Mac Filtering on your
existing wireless router. Otherwise you are only allowing or preventing clients to connect to the
Linksys RE9000 but you still need to configure Mac Filtering on any other Wireless router, Access
Point or Extender that you have in your network to allow or prevent clients.
6. How do I configure Access Control feature of my Linksys RE9000?
To enable the Access Control feature of the Linksys RE9000, follow the steps below:
Step 1:
Access the Linksys RE9000’s web-based setup page. For instructions, click here.
Step 2:
Go to Wireless.
Step 3:
Go to Access Control and select the Enabled radio button.
Step 4:
Configure the settings as needed.
Access Mode:
Allow - Only devices on the Access Control List will have access to the Wi-Fi.
Deny - Devices on the Access Control List will not have access to the Wi-Fi.
Add a Device:
To allow or prevent a wireless device to connect to the range extender, you can either select a
Wireless Client or enter a MAC address.
Wireless Client - Displays computers and other devices currently on the Wi-
Fi. Select a client from the drop-down list and click Save.
MAC Address - Manually enter a MAC address and click Save.
NOTE: After selecting a Wireless Client or entering a MAC address, make sure to click Save next to
the field before clicking the Save button.
Access Control List:

Displays all the MAC Addresses that you have added.
Click Edit to edit the MAC address of the client. The edited MAC Address will
show in the MAC Address field. If you want to remove a MAC Address item
from the list, click Remove.
Step 5:
Click Save once done.
7. Where can I find the Band Steering option in the Linksys RE9000’s web-based setup page?
To locate the Band Steering option in the Linksys RE9000’s web-based setup page, follow the steps
below:
Step 1:
Access the Linksys RE9000’s web-based setup page. For instructions, click here.
Step 2:
Go to Wireless > Basic Settings.
Step 3:
The Band Steering check box is found under Extended Wireless Settings section.
NOTE: Leaving Band Steering ON is the recommended setting.
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. My Wi-Fi is not being detected during Setup, what could be the problem?
The Linksys RE9000 uses the 5 GHz band as the dedicated backhaul connection. You must have a
Dual-Band network with the 5 GHz working in order for the Linksys RE9000 to connect to your
upstream connection.
2. Can I use the Linksys RE9000 if I only have a 2.4 GHz network?
Yes. During Setup, you can use the Access Point mode option. It will require the Linksys RE9000
to be connected to your network with an ethernet cable.
3. Why can’t I find the Linksys Extender Setup in my Wi-Fi list?
Make sure the light on the Linksys RE9000’s front panel is blinking orange. If you still can’t see the
setup network, move the Wi-Fi device being used to set up closer to the Linksys RE9000. Wait for
the blinking orange light and refresh the list.
4. I correctly entered my Wi-Fi password during the setup. Why does the Enter your
password page still show an error?
The Linksys RE9000 is likely at the outside limit of the router’s signal. The signal could be being
interrupted before it reaches your router. Move your Linksys RE9000 closer to your router.
5. Why am I experiencing poor signal or slow speed on my Linksys RE9000?
Be sure to place your Linksys RE9000 in an ideal location, as indicated by the Spot Finder
technology (In Range Extender mode).

NOTE: When you move around your home, your wireless devices may not disconnect from the
router until they lose Wi-Fi signal. This may occur even if the Wi-Fi signal from the Linksys RE9000
is stronger (and vice versa). If you are having connection issues, select the Wi-Fi with stronger
signal.
6. Does the Linksys RE9000 support DFS Channels?
No, the Linksys RE9000 does not support DFS Channels.
My Linksys RE9000 is not detecting my Wi-Fi during setup
Scenario: My Linksys RE9000 is not detecting my Wi-Fi during setup.
The Linksys RE9000 MU-MIMO Range Extender uses a dedicated 5 GHz band as the backhaul
(uplink) connection to a Dual-Band router. If your Linksys RE9000 is unable to see the 5 GHz
network, here are things you can check (in the following order):
You must have a dual-band router
Make sure that the 5 GHz band on your wireless router is enabled, working and
broadcasting.
If the extender is too far away, try to move the extender closer for setup. After setup, you
can move it to another location.
The Linksys RE9000 does NOT support Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) channels. If
your router supports DFS channels, it is possible that your router is using a DFS channel;
therefore, the extender will not detect the 5 GHz band.
NOTE: DFS channels are 52-64 and 100-140. You can contact support for the wireless router to
confirm if the router supports DFS channels and if it is using one of the DFS channels. If it does,
they need to change the router’s 5 GHz channel to a non-DFS channel and then run the setup again
on the Linksys RE9000.
Setting up the Linksys RE9000 to Range Extender mode
The Linksys RE9000 MU-MIMO Range Extender can be set up in two ways, through Range
Extender mode or Access Point mode. This article will show you the steps on how you can set it up
on Range Extender mode.
Before you begin, make sure to have the following:
An existing Dual-Band wireless router or access point (5 GHz band is used as the dedicated
backhaul connection)
A computer or tablet with Wi-Fi capability
Your existing Wi-Fi name and password

Step 1:
Turn ON the Linksys RE9000 and wait for the light indicator to blink orange.
Step 2:
Using a wireless device, locate and connect to the Linksys Extender Setup Wi-Fi.
Step 3:
Once it is connected, open a browser and go to http://extender.linksys.com to launch setup. Then
click on Start Setup.
NOTE: If the Linksys RE9000 has not detected a DHCP server, it defaults to its IP address,
192.168.1.1.
QUICK TIP: If you want to bypass the setup wizard, click on Manual Setup.
Step 4:
Select the As a wireless range extender option and click Next.

Step 5:
Connect to your existing 5 GHz Wi-Fi.
NOTE: Setup will scan for 5 GHz networks only. A dual-band network is required since it uses
the 5 GHz radio as the upstream connection to your existing dual-band Wi-Fi. If you do not have a
Dual-Band Wi-Fi, you can use the Access Point option.

Step 6:
Enter your Wi-Fi password then click Next .
Step 7:
On the window that opens, click Next.
NOTE: If you want to create unique names for each radio band, uncheck Band Steering. Leaving
Band Steering ON is the recommended setting.

Step 8:
On the Spot Finder page, determine the signal strength between your Linksys RE9000 and your
router.
Step 9:
Change the administrative password of your Linksys RE9000 then Save settings.
QUICK TIP: An optional password hint will help you recall your admin password if you forget it.

Step 10:
Register your Linksys RE9000 by entering your Email Address in the field. Click Next once done.
QUICK TIP: Click Skip if you want to bypass this step.

Step 11:
Connect your wireless device to the new Wi-Fi. Once you are connected, the Next button will turn
blue. Click Next.
NOTE: At this point, you can now use http://extender.linksys.com to access the range extender’s
web-based setup page.
Your Linksys RE9000 should now be set up. You can click Print this to secure a copy of your
settings.

When on Range Extender mode, the Linksys RE9000’s top header will read Next-Gen AC Wireless
Range Extender.
Setting up the Linksys RE9000 to Access Point mode
The Linksys RE9000 MU-MIMO Range Extender can be set up in two ways, through Range
Extender mode or Access Point mode. This article will show you the steps on how you can set it
up on Access Point mode.
Before you begin, make sure to have the following:
A wireless computer MUST be used
Have an ethernet cable ready
Make sure no other devices are hardwired to the Linksys RE9000

IMPORTANT: Only one ethernet connection must be detected at the time of setup. Once setup is
complete, you can then hardwire additional devices
Step 1:
Turn ON the Linksys RE9000 and wait for the light indicator to blink orange.
Step 2:
Using a wireless device, locate and connect to the Linksys Extender Setup Wi-Fi.
Step 3:
Once connected, open a browser and go to http://extender.linksys.com to launch setup.
NOTE: If the Linksys RE9000 has not detected a DHCP server, it defaults to its IP address,
192.168.1.1.
QUICK TIP: If you want to bypass the setup wizard, click on Manual Setup.

Step 4:
Select the As a wired ranged extender (Access point) option and click Next.
Step 5:
You will be prompted to connect an ethernet cable from your Linksys RE9000 to your existing
router. Connect the cable and click Got it.

Step 6:
Create a Network name and Password for your extended network then click Change.
NOTE: If you want to create unique names for each radio band, uncheck the Band
Steering. Leaving Band Steering ON is the recommended setting.
Step 7:
Change the administrative password of your Linksys RE9000 then Save settings.

Step 8:
Register your Linksys RE9000 by entering your Email Address in the field. Click Next once done.
QUICK TIP: Click Skip if you want to bypass this step.

Step 9:
Connect your wireless device to the new Wi-Fi. Once you are connected, the Next button will turn
blue. Click Next.