PROLiNK PEN1201 User manual

USER MANUAL
PROLiNK® Wireless-N 300Mbps Range Extender
PEN1201

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changed without prior notice.
FCC Interface
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device
under Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against radio interference in a commercial environment. This equipment can generate, use and
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used following the instructions in this
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user, at his own expense,
requires to take whatever measures are necessary to correct the interference.
CE Declaration of Conformity
This equipment complies with the requirements relating to electromagnetic compatibility, EN
55022/A1 Class B.

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PREFACE
Revision
Date
Descriptions
1.0
26 June 2019
Initial release
1.1
5 June 2020
Updated content and Formatting

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Table of Contents
1Introduction .....................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Package Contents...................................................................................................................1
1.2 Product Overview ....................................................................................................................2
1.3 Hardware Overview.................................................................................................................3
1.4 LED Indicator ...........................................................................................................................5
2Extender PEN1201 Installation....................................................................................................6
2.1 Setup Requirement .................................................................................................................6
2.2 Placement Guide.....................................................................................................................6
2.3 Hardware Setup.......................................................................................................................8
Repeater Mode Setup (Default)...................................................................................................8
Router Mode Setup......................................................................................................................10
Access Point (AP) Mode Setup .................................................................................................12
3Getting Started .............................................................................................................................14
3.1 TCP/IP Setup .........................................................................................................................14
3.2 Log-in into the Web User Interface Configuration............................................................16
Log-in to PEN1201 Web Interface through PC / Laptop ...............................................................16
Log-in to PEN1201 Web Interface through Mobile Phone ............................................................17
3.3 Setup Wizard............................................................................................................................20
Repeater Wizard ..........................................................................................................................20
Router Wizard...............................................................................................................................22
Access Point (AP) Wizard ..........................................................................................................27
4Web User Interface (UI) Configuration .....................................................................................29
4.1 Home Page.............................................................................................................................30
Home Page – Repeater ..............................................................................................................31
Repeater Wizard....................................................................................................................... 31
Internet Status and LAN Setting ............................................................................................ 32
Extender PEN1201 ICON Status........................................................................................... 32
Home Page – Router...................................................................................................................33
Router Wizard ........................................................................................................................... 33
WAN Setting and LAN Setting................................................................................................ 34
PEN1201 ICON Status............................................................................................................ 34
Home Page – Access Point........................................................................................................35
AP Wizard.................................................................................................................................. 35
Internet and LAN Setting......................................................................................................... 36
Extender PEN1201 Status...................................................................................................... 36
4.2 2.4G Wi-Fi Clients .................................................................................................................37
4.3 Wi-Fi Setting...........................................................................................................................37
4.4 Setting Management.............................................................................................................38
Password Setting.................................................................................................................. 38
Save/Import Settings............................................................................................................ 38
Upgrade Firmware................................................................................................................ 39
Restart Device ...................................................................................................................... 39
Logout .................................................................................................................................... 39
5Technical Specification................................................................................................................40

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6Frequently Asked Questions ......................................................................................................41

PROLiNK® PEN1201 Wireless-N 300Mbps Range Extender II
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1 Introduction
This chapter introduces the packaging contents of Extender PEN1201, the product overview
regarding all the main features available and the appearance of the product included the LED
indicator.
1.1 Package Contents
Quantity (unit)
Item Description
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1
PEN1201 Range Extender
2
1
Quick Installation Guide
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1
RJ45 Ethernet Cable

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1.2 Product Overview
The PROLiNK Wireless-N 300Mbps Range Extender II PEN1201 is a 3-in-1 device which by
default functions as a Repeater and can easily be switched to be an Access Point or Router
depending on the user's needs. Besides reaching out to Wi-Fi dead zones with its improved
connectivity and speed, it also introduces new user-friendly and features to fully tap the
Extender's overall performance.
Designed to fit seamlessly into any corner of the household, the space-saving wall-mounted
Extender enables full flexibility to shift the positioning of the device with minimal hassle. The
newly modernized outlook also features a Smart LED Indicator which helps detect the signal
strength from the primary router and guide users to find and locate the positioning for optimal
Wi-Fi coverage. Other upgraded features include straightforward and easily accessible On/off
Switch and Easy Mode Selection buttons, which can be found and easily adjusted from the
sides of the device.
Together with its easy and secure one-step setup system, the PROLiNK Wireless-N 300Mbps
Range Extender II is the perfect add-on device and inexpensive solution to effortless home and
office network expansion.

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1.3 Hardware Overview

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WPS
To connect with Wi-Fi Client (e.g. mobile phone): Press and release
To connect with an existing Router’s Wi-Fi: Press and hold for 6
seconds
2
Wi-Fi Signal
To show the Wi-Fi Signal Strength Indicator
3
Status Indicator
To show the device status
4
Reset Button
Hold for 10 seconds and release to reset to factory setting
5
Power Switch
Top position: Turn OFF Extender/Bottom position: Turn ON Extender
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Operation Mode
switch
Top position : Access Point (AP) Mode
Middle position : Repeater Mode
Bottom position : Router Mode
7
AC Power Input
To plug into switch socket outlet
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WAN/LAN Port
For Router and AP Mode: this port is to be connected with Internet
source/Modem
For Repeater Mode: this port functions as a LAN port
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LAN Port
Port to connect with a client’s (PC / Laptop) Ethernet port

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1.4 LED Indicator
Indicator
Behaviour
Description
Status
OFF
Extender is turned Off / No Power
ON
Extender is turned On
Fast Blinking
Extender is having data transmission
Slow Blinking
Triggering WPS
Wi-Fi Signal Strength
One LED Bar
Low Wi-Fi signal strength
Two LED Bar
Good Wi-Fi signal strength
Three LED Bar
Excellent Wi-Fi signal strength
Status Indicator
Wi-Fi Signal Strength Indicator
WPS Button