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2. How do I manually setup and install my WiFi range extender?
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2. NOTE: This example shows setup process of DAP-1620. The steps will be
similar with our other range extenders.
Step 1: Plug in the range extender
Note: The light should turn red and then start blinking orange
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  • Page 1 2. How do I manually setup and install my WiFi range extender?  1. A: 2. NOTE: This example shows setup process of DAP-1620. The steps will be similar with our other range extenders. Step 1: Plug in the range extender...
  • Page 2 Step 2: From a wireless computer/device, scan for available networks and connect to the pre-defined SSID (Located on the Configuration note supplied with the range extender and on the bottom of the range extender) example: Dlink-68BE.
  • Page 3 Step 3: Open a Web browser and go to: http://dlinkap.local http://dlinkap . You should be directed to the range extender configuration page and the Install Wizard will appear Note: If you cannot access it using http://dlinkap.local, try http://192.168.0.50 IMPORTANT: YOU MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE RANGE EXTENDER WIFI SIGNAL TO ACCESS THE ABOVE SITE;...
  • Page 4 Step 4: Select the option Extend an Existing Wireless Network or Wi-Fi...
  • Page 6 Step 5: The range extender will now scan for available wireless networks. Select the network you want to extend...
  • Page 8 Step 6: If the Network you are trying to extend is security enabled, you will be prompted to enter its wireless password. Once entered, Click Next Step 7: Here you can specify what wireless network name your range extender will broadcast. - Enter a new network name in the 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi Network Name field and 5Ghz Wi-Fi Network Name field , then enter a new wireless password in the Wi-Fi Password field...
  • Page 9 Note: You will only see the 5Ghz wireless signal if your wireless device supports 5Ghz NOTE: The DAP-1860 has smart connect enabled by default. With this enabled the DAP-1860 will broadcast a single SSID. The DAP-1860 will automatically determines whether to connect your device to 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz. Step 8: Create a password for the configuration page access.
  • Page 10 Step 9: Review your settings and then click Save or Finish...
  • Page 11 The range extender will then reboot and should now be extending your wireless network. You should notice the LED on the front of the range extender is solid Green.
  • Page 12 Note: If you specified a different wireless network name in Step 7, you will be disconnected from the range extender. Please Scan again for wireless signals and connect to your NEW Extended Wireless Network.
  • Page 13 Step 9: Unplug and place the range extender approx half way between the router and the desired connection area. Note: Correct placement of the range extender is very important. It needs to be positioned in an area that still receives good signal from your router. A good starting point is approx half way between the router and the area you want to get signal to.
  • Page 14 Step is Complete 2.  I changed my router, how do I reconfigure my range extender? 1.  A: 2. Select the desired configuration method Push Button WPS Configuration Manual Configuration...
  • Page 15 Push Button WPS Configuration Note: You must have a WPS compatible router/access point Step 1: Press the WPS button on your router/AP (usually for about 5-7 seconds) Step 2: Press and hold the WPS button on the Extender for 5-7 seconds. The LED should start to blink green.
  • Page 16 and turn solid GREEN. Setup is Complete. Manual Configuration Step 1: From a wireless computer/device, scan for available networks and connect to the pre-defined SSID or to the SSID you configured for the Extender Note: The pre-defined SSID is on the configuration card supplied with the Extender and also on the bottom of the Extender.
  • Page 17 Step 2: Open a Web browser and go to: http://dlinkap.local . You should be directed to the Extender login page. By default there is no login password. If you created an admin password on the initial setup, you would need to use that password Note: If you do not get the login page for the Extender, make sure you are connected to the Extenders Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 18 Step 3: Click on Settings > Extender Step 4: Click Scan...
  • Page 19 Select your main router Wireless Network name (SSID) and click Select...
  • Page 20 - Input your main router Wireless password and click OK...
  • Page 21 Step 5: Click Save - Click OK...
  • Page 22 1.  2. Why is my Wi-Fi range extender not connecting with WPS button? 1.  A: Some routers/modem may have the WPS button disabled by default. You also may need to press the WPS button for a little longer on your wireless router/AP (5-7 seconds) If you have already tried the WPS button setup and the LED on the range extender does not turn green, then try the WPS setup again by following the steps below.
  • Page 23 Step 2: Once confirmed the WPS/Wi-Fi light is blinking on your router, within one minute press and hold the WPS button on the Range Extender for 2-3 seconds. The LED should start to blink green. Once it makes connection with your router the LED will stop flashing and turn solid GREEN.
  • Page 24 NOTE: Most newer devices (iPhones/iPads, Android phones, etc.) support 802.11K/V. To change the Wireless network name and password of your extender Step 1: Log into the extender - How do I log into my Wifi range extender?
  • Page 25 Step 2: Click on Settings > Extender Step 3: Under Extended Wi-Fi, Change the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for the Extended Wi-Fi to the same Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password as your home Wi-Fi network. Step 4: Click on Save...