Planet WRE-1200 User manual

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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 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 or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Plug the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance, for example, use only shielded interface cables when connecting
to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the 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.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to
avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna
shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation.
R&TTE Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/CE OF THE EUROPEAN
PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal
equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE).
The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) as of April 8, 2000.
Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However, special
attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when working with electrical
equipment. All guidelines of this and of the computer manufacture must therefore be allowed at all times to
ensure the safe use of the equipment.
National Restrictions
This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following the
EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:
Country Restriction Reason/Remarks
Bulgaria None General authorization required for outdoor use and
public service.
France
Outdoor use limited to 10
mW e.i.r.p. within the band
2454-2483.5 MHz
Military Radio location use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz
band has been ongoing in recent years to allow the
current relaxed regulation. Full implementation was
planned in 2012.
Italy None If used outside of own premises, general authorization is
required.
Luxembourg None General authorization is required for network and service
supply (not for spectrum).
Norway Implemented This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund.
Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications
WEEE Regulations
To avoid the potential effects on the environment and human health as a result of the
presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, end users of
electrical and electronic equipment should understand the meaning of the crossed-out
wheeled bin symbol. Do not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste; WEEE should
be collected separately.
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The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
For operation within 5.15~5.25GHz frequency range, it is restricted to indoor environment.
Revision
User’s Manual of 1200Mbps 802.11ac Dual Band Wall Plug Wi-Fi Range Extender
Model: WRE-1200
Rev: 1.0 (January, 2016)
Part No. EM-WRE-1200
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CONTENTS
Chapter 1. Product Introduction .......................................................................... 1
1.1 Package Contents ...............................................................................................................1
1.2 Product Description............................................................................................................2
1.3 Product Features................................................................................................................. 6
1.4 Product Specifications .......................................................................................................7
Chapter 2. Hardware Introduction...................................................................... 10
2.1 Product Outlook ................................................................................................................10
2.2 Front Panel and LED Status............................................................................................. 11
2.3 Bottom and DIP Switch description ................................................................................12
Chapter 3. Operation Mode Introduction........................................................... 13
3.1 Repeater Mode ..................................................................................................................14
3.2 AP Mode .............................................................................................................................15
3.3 Client Mode........................................................................................................................ 16
Chapter 4. Hardware Installation........................................................................ 17
4.1 Before Getting Started......................................................................................................17
4.2 Operation Range ............................................................................................................... 18
4.3 System Requirements ......................................................................................................19
4.4 Configuring the Network Properties ...............................................................................20
Chapter 5. Repeater Mode .................................................................................. 23
5.1 Repeater Mode Configuration..........................................................................................23
5.1.1 Method A - Press the WPS Push button for automatic Connection .......................24
5.1.2 Method B - Manual Connection by Web Browser...................................................26
5.2 Repeater Mode Advanced Settings .................................................................................31
5.2.1 Setting Up Repeater Manually................................................................................31
Chapter 6. AP Mode ............................................................................................ 34
6.1 Information ........................................................................................................................35
6.1.1 System Information.................................................................................................35
6.1.2 Wireless Clients ......................................................................................................37
6.1.3 Log..........................................................................................................................38
6.2 Networking Settings .........................................................................................................39
6.2.1 LAN-side IP Address...............................................................................................39
6.3 Wireless Settings ..............................................................................................................41
6.3.1 2.4GHz 11bgn Basic Settings.................................................................................41
6.3.2 Advanced................................................................................................................43
6.3.3 Security...................................................................................................................44
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6.3.4 5GHz 11ac 11an Basic Settings .............................................................................47
6.3.5 Advanced................................................................................................................48
6.3.6 Security...................................................................................................................50
6.3.7 WPS........................................................................................................................53
6.3.8 RADIUS Settings ....................................................................................................54
6.3.9 MAC Filter...............................................................................................................55
6.4 Management ......................................................................................................................57
6.4.1 Admin......................................................................................................................57
6.4.2 Date and Time ........................................................................................................58
6.5 Advanced ...........................................................................................................................59
6.5.1 LED Settings...........................................................................................................59
6.5.2 Updating Firmware .................................................................................................60
6.5.3 Saving/Restoring Settings ......................................................................................61
6.5.4 Factory Default .......................................................................................................62
6.5.5 Reboot ....................................................................................................................62
Chapter 7. Client Mode ....................................................................................... 63
7.1 Client Mode Configuration ............................................................................................... 63
7.2 Client Mode Advanced Settings ......................................................................................64
7.2.1 Scanning Wireless Signal.......................................................................................64
Appendix A: Planet Smart Discovery Utility ........................................................ 67
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Figures
FIGURE 2-1 WRE-1200 WITH EU TYPE POWER PLUG................................................................................10
FIGURE 2-2 WRE-1200 PANEL LAYOUT ................................................................................................... 11
FIGURE 2-3 WRE-1200 RJ45 LAN PORT AND DIP SWITCH ......................................................................12
FIGURE 3-1 WRE-1200 REPEATER MODE................................................................................................14
FIGURE 3-2 WRE-1200 AP MODE ...........................................................................................................15
FIGURE 3-3 WRE-1200 CLIENT MODE.....................................................................................................16
FIGURE 4-1 SELECTING LOCAL AREA CONNECTION ...................................................................................20
FIGURE 4-2 NETWORK CONNECTION PROPERTIES ....................................................................................20
FIGURE 4-3 TCP/IP SETTING...................................................................................................................21
FIGURE 4-4 OBTAIN AN IP ADDRESS AUTOMATICALLY .................................................................................21
FIGURE 4-5 SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF PING COMMAND ..............................................................................22
FIGURE 4-6 FAILED RESULT OF PING COMMAND .......................................................................................22
FIGURE 5-1 WRE-1200 DEFAULT MODE ...................................................................................................24
FIGURE 5-2 ONE-TOUCH WI-FI RANGE EXTENSION ...................................................................................24
FIGURE 5-3 SSID OF WRE-1200 ............................................................................................................26
FIGURE 5-4 LOGIN BY DEFAULT IP ADDRESS..............................................................................................26
FIGURE 5-5 LOGIN WINDOW.....................................................................................................................27
FIGURE 5-6 QUICK SETUP WEB PAGE .......................................................................................................28
FIGURE 5-7 SCAN THE WIRELESS SIGNAL.................................................................................................28
FIGURE 5-8 SELECTING SSID ..................................................................................................................29
FIGURE 5-9 ENTERING PRE-SHARED KEY .................................................................................................29
FIGURE 5-10 CONNECTION SUCCESSFUL..................................................................................................30
FIGURE 5-11 SAVING SETTINGS ................................................................................................................30
FIGURE 5-12 AP CONNECTED ..................................................................................................................30
FIGURE 5-13 QUICK SETUP –SETUP REPEATER MANUALLY .......................................................................31
FIGURE 5-14 ENTERING THE SETTINGS MANUALLY.....................................................................................31
FIGURE 5-15 CONNECTION SUCCESSFUL..................................................................................................32
FIGURE 5-16 SAVING SETTINGS................................................................................................................32
FIGURE 5-17 AP CONNECTED ..................................................................................................................33
FIGURE 6-1 AP MODE ..............................................................................................................................35
FIGURE 6-2 INFORMATION -- WIRELESS CLIENTS.......................................................................................37
FIGURE 6-3 INFORMATION -- LOG .............................................................................................................38
FIGURE 6-4 NETWORK SETTINGS -- LAN-SIDE IP ADDRESS.......................................................................39
FIGURE 6-5 2.4GHZWIRELESS SETTINGS................................................................................................41
FIGURE 6-6 2.4GHZ WIRELESS SETTINGS -- ADVANCED ...........................................................................43
FIGURE 6-7 2.4GHZ WIRELESS SETTINGS -- SECURITY.............................................................................44
FIGURE 6-8 2.4GHZ WIRELESS SETTINGS -- WEP ...................................................................................45
FIGURE 6-9 2.4GHZ WIRELESS SETTINGS -- WPA-PSK ...........................................................................46
FIGURE 6-10 5GHZWIRELESS SETTINGS.................................................................................................47
FIGURE 6-11 5GHZ WIRELESS SETTINGS -- ADVANCED.............................................................................48
FIGURE 6-12 5GHZ WIRELESS SETTINGS -- SECURITY..............................................................................50
FIGURE 6-13 5GHZ WIRELESS SETTINGS -- WEP ....................................................................................51
FIGURE 6-14 5GHZ WIRELESS SETTINGS -WPA-PSK .............................................................................52
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FIGURE 6-15 WPS..................................................................................................................................53
FIGURE 6-16 RADIUS SETTINGS.............................................................................................................54
FIGURE 6-17 MAC FILTER .......................................................................................................................55
FIGURE 6-18 ADMIN.................................................................................................................................57
FIGURE 6-19 TIME AND DATE ...................................................................................................................58
FIGURE 6-20 LED SETTINGS ...................................................................................................................59
FIGURE 6-21 UPDATING FIRMWARE ..........................................................................................................60
FIGURE 6-22 SAVING/RESTORING SETTINGS ............................................................................................61
FIGURE 6-23 FACTORY DEFAULT ..............................................................................................................62
FIGURE 6-24 REBOOT .............................................................................................................................62
FIGURE 7-1 QUICK SETUP .......................................................................................................................64
FIGURE 7-2 SELECTING SSID ..................................................................................................................65
FIGURE 7-3 ENTERING PRE-SHARED KEY .................................................................................................65
FIGURE 7-4 SAVING SETTINGS..................................................................................................................65
FIGURE 7-5 AP CONNECTED ....................................................................................................................66

User Manual of WRE-1200
Chapter 1. Product Introduction
1.1 Package Contents
Thank you for choosing PLANET WRE-1200. Before installing the AP, please verify the contents inside the
package box.
WRE-1200 Quick Guide
If there is any item missing or damaged, please contact the seller immediately.
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1.2 Product Description
Concurrent Dual Band and 11AC Wireless Range Extension
PLANET WRE-1200, an 11ac Dual-band Wi-Fi Range Extender with universal wall plug design, is case-shaped,
thus making it easy to install and connect to your router wirelessly. The WRE-1200 supports Gigabit Ethernet
connectivity and conforms to IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac dual band standard technology; therefore, it can provide a
wireless speed of up to 300 + 867Mbps which is 16x faster than the 11a access point at 5GHz frequency and
5.5x faster than the 11g access point at 2.4GHz frequency. With the concurrent dual-band Wi-Fi transmission
capability, the WRE-1200 is more flexible than the traditional repeater that only utilizes single band for range
extension in that it can quickly and easily extend high-speed 11ac 5GHz and 11n 2.4GHz wireless networks
simultaneously.
Eliminating Dead Zones and Doubling Wi-Fi Coverage
With the WRE-1200, Wi-Fi coverage can be doubled to the point where dead zones can be eliminated. Plug the
WRE-1200 directly into an electrical outlet and double the signal coverage of your Wi-Fi network for better Wi-Fi
quality across different rooms or multiple floors in your home.

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More Flexibility and Mobility
The WRE-1200 can operate in various applications with the hardware mode DIP switch including AP, Repeater
or Client, which helps to immediately set up a wireless network without software configuration. With various
operation modes, it can be quickly deployed in any place without good wireless signal. Furthermore, it can
extend the existing wireless network coverage by utilizing the dual frequency bands, which not only strengthen
the Wi-Fi signal but also increase the efficiency of 11ac high speed at farther distance, thus providing better
actual user experience.
One-touch Secure Wi-Fi Extension
In order to simplify security settings for home and SOHO network, the WRE-1200 supports Wi-Fi Protected
Setup (WPS). Just push the WPS button and the secure connection between the WRE-1200 and the existing
wireless router can be built immediately, offering users a convenient and fast method to construct a secure
wireless network.
Easy to Set Up with Compact Wall-Plug Design
Designed in the shape of a wall plug, the WRE-1200 is easily plugged into a wall outlet for wireless access in
any place. With its brick-sized, integral male plug (Type of power pin required), the WRE-1200 takes the modern
form factor that makes it easy to blend into any interior design.

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Smart Signal-Strength Indicator
By observing the smart signal indicator, user can check the current signal strength and optimize the wireless
performance with the WRE-1200, thus making your home entertainment devices wirelessly operational with
ease.
Wireless Range Extender for Homes
The WRE-1200 is the characterization of wall-plug design and advanced 2T2R MIMO technology which
reduces the effect of dead spot, so that it can get better coverage of the existing wireless network. The
Repeater modes supported by the WRE-1200 help to minimize the effort of installation and cabling cost.

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1.3 Product Features
IEEE Compliant Wireless LAN & Wired LAN
Compliant with IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac dual-band (2.4G & 5G) wireless technology capable of
having a data rate of up to 300+867Mbps
Equipped with 10/100/1000Mbps RJ45 port for LAN, auto MDI/MDI-X supported
Wireless Network Range Extender
Multiple Wireless Modes: AP, Client and Universal Repeater
Supports concurrent dual band range extension
Supports WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia), wireless QoS
Supports wireless roaming that enables clients seamlessly handover between APs.
Secure Network Connection
Supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
Advanced security: 64-/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA2 and WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES
encryption)
Supports MAC address filtering
Easy Installation & Management
Web-based UI and Quick Setup Wizard for easy configuration
System status monitoring includes DHCP Client and System Log
Flexible Usage & Compact Design
Portable and wall-plug design
Hardware switchable operation modes: AP, Repeater, Client
Easy sync by one-touch Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

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1.4 Product Specifications
Product WRE-1200
1200Mbps 802.11ac Dual Band Wall Plug Wi-Fi Range Extender
Hardware Specifications
Interface LAN/WAN: 1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps auto MDI/MDI-X RJ45 port
Antenna Gain: 2.4GHz: 2 x 2dBi internal antenna
5GHz: 2 x 4dBi internal antenna
Button/Switch
Mode Selection Switch (AP/Repeater/Client)
WPS/Reset Button
*Press for about 3~10 seconds for WPS settings and over 30 seconds to
reset to factory default settings
LED Indicators PWR, LAN, WPS, Wi-Fi signal, WLAN
Material Plastic
Dimensions(WxDxH) 59 x 40 x 91mm (power plug is excluded)
Weight 116g
Power Requirements Input power: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Wireless Interface Specifications
Standard
IEEE 802.11ac (Draft 2.0) 5GHz
IEEE 802.11a/n 5GHz
IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz
Frequency Band Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Data Modulation
802.11b: DSSS (DBPSK/DQPSK/CCK)
802.11a/g/n: OFDM (BPSK/QPSK/16QAM/64QAM)
802.11ac: OFDM (BPSK/QPSK/16QAM/64QAM/256QAM)
Data Rates
802.11a: 6/9/12/24/36/48/54Mbps
802.11b: 1/2/5.5/11Mbps
802.11g: 6/9/12/24/36/48/54Mbps
802.11n (20MHz): MCS0-15, up to 144Mbps
802.11n (40MHz): MCS0-15, up to 300Mbps
802.11ac (80MHz): Nss2-MCS9, up to 867Mbps
2.4GHz: America -- FCC: 2.412~2.462GHz
Europe -- ETSI: 2.412~2.484GHz
Frequency Range
5GHz: America -- FCC: 5.180~5.240GHz, 5.725~5.850GHz
Europe -- ETSI: 5.180~5.240GHz
2.4GHz: America -- FCC: 1~11
Europe -- ETSI: 1~13
Operating Channels
5GHz:
America -- FCC:
36, 40, 44, 48, 149, 153, 157, 161, 165
Europe -- ETSI:
36, 40, 44, 48
5GHz channel list will vary in different countries according to their
regulations.

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Channel Width 802.11n: 20/ 40MHz
802.11ac: 20/ 40/ 80MHz
RF Power/EIRP
2.4GHz: 5GHz:
11b: 17±1.5dBm 11a:14±1.5dBm
11g: 15±1.5dBm 11n:14±1.5dBm
11n: 14±1.5dBm 11ac:12±1.5dBm
Receive Sensitivity
2.4GHz 5GHz
11b (11Mbps): -86±2dBm 11a: -73±2dBm
11g (54Mbps): -72±2dBm 11n (20M) mode: -71±2dBm
11n (20M) mode: -71±2dBm 11n (40M) mode: -68±2dBm
11n (40M) mode: -69±2dBm 11ac(80M) mode: -58±2dBm
Software Features
Wireless Modes
AP
Client
Universal Repeater
Encryption Security
WEP (64-/128-bit)
WPA/WPA2
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK encryption
Wireless Security Wireless MAC address filtering
Support WPS (WI-FI Protected Setup )
Max. Supported
Clients
2.4GHz Wireless: 32
5GHz Wireless: 32
LAN Built-in DHCP server supporting static IP address distribution
Web-based (HTTP) management interface
System Management System Log
IEEE Standards
IEEE 802.11ac
IEEE 802.11n
IEEE 802.11a
IEEE 802.11g
IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11i
IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T
IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX
IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T
Other Protocols and
Standards CSMA/CA, CSMA/CD, TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, SNTP
OS Compatibility
Windows 10
Windows 8
Windows 7
Windows Vista
Windows XP
Mac OS X 10.4 and higher

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Standards Conformance
Temperature Operating: 0 ~ 40 degrees C
Storage: -20 ~ 60 degrees C
Humidity Operating: 10 ~ 90% (non-condensing)
Storage: 5 ~ 95% (non-condensing)
Regulatory FCC, CE, RoHS, WEEE

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Chapter 2. Hardware Introduction
Please follow the instructions below to connect the WRE-1200 to the existing network devices and your
computers.
2.1 Product Outlook
Dimensions: (W x H x D)
59 x 91 x 40 mm
Weight:
116g
Drawing:
Figure 2-1 WRE-1200 with EU type power plug

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2.2 Front Panel and LED Status
There are 6 LED indicators on the front panel. By observing their status, you can check whether the device runs
normally.
Figure 2-2 shows the hardware interface of the WRE-1200.
LED description
Figure 2-2 WRE-1200 Panel Layout
LED definition
The following table describes the status of LED indicators on the front panel.
LED LED Status Description
Steady ON Good signal reception (100%~50%).
Slow Blinking Normal signal reception (50%~25%)
Quick Blinking Poor signal reception ( <25%)
Signal Status (5G)
Off Out of signal or disconnected.
Steady ON Good signal reception (100%~50%).
Slow Blinking Normal signal reception (50%~25%)
Quick Blinking Poor signal reception ( <25%)
Signal Status (2.4G)
Off Out of signal or disconnected.
Blinking Connect to wireless Router or AP,
wireless function is active.
WLAN Off Wireless network is switched off.

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Steady ON Power is turned on.
Slow Blinking Ready for “Reset to factory default”;
power LED is blinking.
Power
Off Power is turned off.
Blinking
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is in
progress of waiting another
WPS device’s connection, blinking for
2 minutes.
Quick blinking WPS error.
WPS
Off No WPS is in progress.
Steady ON LAN port is connected.
Blinking LAN port is active.
LAN Off LAN port is not connected.
WPS Button
Press 3 to 10 seconds to trigger WPS.
Press 20 to 30 seconds to disable all LEDs.
Press over 30 seconds to reset to factory default.
2.3 Bottom and DIP Switch description
The following graphic describes interfaces and DIP switch on the bottom panel.
Figure 2-3 WRE-1200 RJ45 LAN Port and DIP switch