devolo 7102 WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 User Manual

7102 WiFi 6 Repeater 3000
User Manual

WiFi Repeater
devolo WiFi 6Repeater 3000
Manual

7102 WiFi 6 Repeater 3000

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Preface

1.1About this manual
Carefully read all instructions before setting up the device and store the manual and/or installation guide for later reference. After a brief introduction to the WiFiRepeater+ac
in Chapter 2, Chapter3 tells you how to successfully start using the adapter in your network.
Chapter 4 describes in detail the setting options of the built-in configuration interface.
Technical specifications, information about frequency range and transmitting power, information about environmental compatibility of the device, as well as our warranty terms, can be found in Chapter5 at the end of the manual.
Description of the icons
This section contains a brief description of the icons used in this manual and/or on the rating plate, the device connector, as well as the icons used on the package:

which if not avoided can result in serious injury or death.
| Very important safety symbol that warns you of a potentially dangerous situation which if not avoided can result in serious injury or death.
| An important safety symbol that warns you of a potentially burn hazard which if not
avoided can result in minor injuries or damage to property.
| An important safety symbol that warns you of a potentially dangerous situation involving
a tripping hazard which can result in injuries.
| An important note that should be observed which can potentially lead to material damages.
| The device may only be used indoors in dry conditions.
| Only applicable for devices with Wi-Fi in the 5 GHz band:  Wi-Fi connections in the 5 GHz band from 5.15 to 5.35 GHz are intended exclusively for operation inside closed
rooms.
| The device is a Class II product. All electrically conductive (made of .

| The manufacturer/distributing company uses the CE marking to declare that the product meets all applicable European regulations and has been subjected to the prescribed conformity assessment procedures.

| The manufacturer/distributing company uses the UKCA marking to declare that the product meets all applicable regulations of Great Britain and has been subjected to
the prescribed conformity assessment procedures.

| It is used to prevent the occurrence of waste electrical and electronic equipment and to  reduce this type of waste through reuse, recycling and other forms of utilisation. The WEEE Directive establishes minimum standards for handling waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU, EFTA and UK.
| Additional information, background material and configuration tips for your device.
| Indicates a completed course of action

1.2 Intended use
Use devolo devices, devolo software and the provided accessories as described to prevent damage and injury.
Products
devolo devices are communication devices designed for indoors.
Depending on the product, they are equipped with a PLC – (PowerLine Communication) and/or a Wi-Fi module and/or a broadband module. The devices communicate with each other by means of, depending on the product, PLC, data and telephone line (e.g. coaxial or twisted pair) and/or Wi-Fi.
devolo devices do not replace the existing router. They enable transmission of the existing Internet/ data signal over the in-house wiring and via Wi-Fi and integrate Internet-compatible terminal devices into the home network.
Under no circumstances may devolo devices be used outdoors, because large temperature fluctuations and moisture can damage both the device and the power line. devolo devices may not be installed at a  eight above two metres unless an additional fastening mechanism is available. The products are intended for operation in: EU, EFTA
and UK.

• This does not include devolo outdoor devices, which are suitable for outdoor applications based on their IP classification.
  Software
  devolo devices can be used only with the free, downloadable programs approved and available on devolo AG’s website (www.devolo.global) and in app stores (iOS and Google Play). Any modifications to the product-specific firmware or software could damage the products and, in the worst-case scenario, render them unusable, negatively affect conformity and cause the warranty claims to become void.
  Always use the most up-to-date software version to make sure you have the latest security functions and device updates. The installed devolo software notifies you automatically if a new software version is available.
  1.3 CE Conformity
  This product complies with the technical requirements of the directives 2014/53/ EU, 2011/65/EC and 2009/125/EC.
  This product is designed for use in the EU, EFTA and Northern Ireland.
  A printout of the simplified CE declaration of this product is separately included and can also be found under www.devolo.global/support/ce.
  1.4 UKCA conformity
  ****This product complies with the technical requirements of the following regulations:

  • Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (SI 2017 No. 1206)
  • Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products and Energy Information (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (2010 No. 2617)
  • Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 (SI 2012 No. 3032)

This product is designed for use in UK.
A printout of the simplified UKCA declaration of this product is separately included.
The UKCA declaration and can also be found under www.devolo.global/support/UKCA.
1.5 Safety notes
It is essential to have read and understood all safety and operating instructions before the devolo device is used for the first time; keep them safe for future reference.
DANGER! Electrical shock caused by electricity
Do not reach into the electrical socket.
Do not open the device.
Do not insert any objects into the electrical socket or into the ventilation openings
DANGER! Electric shock caused by electricity
Device must be plugged into a power socket with a connected earth wire devolo devices may be operated only on a mains power supply as described on the rating plate.
CAUTION! Tripping hazard Lay the network cable in a barrier-free manner; ensure that the electrical socket and the connected network devices are easily accessible
To disconnect devolo devices from the mains supply, unplug the device from the electrical socket.
CAUTION! Damage to the device caused by ambient conditions Only use device indoors in dry conditions
CAUTION! Heat development during operation
Certain housing components can become very hot in certain situations. Attach device so that it is touch-proof, observing optimal positioning devolo devices should only be installed at locations that guarantee adequate ventilation. Slots and openings on the housing are used for ventilation:

• Do not cover devolo devices during operation.
• Do not place any objects on devolo devices.
• Do not insert any objects into the openings of devolo devices.
• devolo devices must not be placed directly next to a naked flame (such as fire or candles).
• devolo devices must not be exposed to direct heat radiation (e.g. radiator, direct sunlight).

Users do not need to carry out any maintenance on devolo devices. In the event of damage, disconnect the devolo device from the mains supply by pulling it or its plug out of the electrical socket. Then contact qualified specialist personnel (afters ales service) exclusively. Damage is deemed to have occurred, for example,

• if a button is damaged.
• if the power plug is damaged.
• if the devolo device has been showered with liquid (such as rain or other water).
• if the devolo device is inoperable.
• if the housing of the devolo device is damaged.

CAUTION! Damage to housing from cleaning agents containing solvents Clean only electroless and with dry cloth
Do not plug devolo devices directly into each other. Devices that are plugged into each other can experience a decrease in transmission rate.
1.6 devolo on the Internet
For detailed information on our products, visit www.devolo.global.
There you will find product descriptions and documentation, and also updates of devolo software and your device’s firmware.
If you have any further ideas or suggestions related to our products, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected]!

Introduction

The WiFi6Repeater3000 gives your Wi-Fi range a boost in a matter of minutes
Whether it is used as a Wi-Fi booster or access point, the WiFi6Repeater3000 can be set up with just a few easy steps and considerably increases the Wi-Fi range in your home.

2.1 Wi-Fi 6 – the high-efficiency Wi-Fi

What distinguishes the new Wi-Fi 6 standard from its predecessor, Wi-Fi 5?
Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) is the next stage in the evolution of the Wi-Fi standard. The evolved standard expands upon the advantages of its predecessor while offering even better
functionality. It features higher efficiency, greater flexibility and better scalability on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency ranges.
Highlights of the WiFi6Repeater3000 include higher Wi-Fi speeds of up to 3000 Mbps and more efficient data transfer. This goal was reached by optimising the Wi-Fi protocol. One of the improvements is the individual control of the data rate depending on the reachability of the Wi-Fi clients. This optimisation boosts the efficiency of the protocol when there are multiple devices retrieving data simultaneously. This is why the WiFi 6 standard is also referred to as “high-efficiency Wi-Fi”: the objective is to increase throughput per
unit of surface area.
Another technology that is used to achieve this efficiency boost is OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access). This method enables Wi-Fi access points to serve multiple clients simultaneously. For example, if two laptops are in a network transmitting data over the same channel, OFDMA ensures that each laptop is assigned one or more narrow frequency blocks (RUs = Resource Units). The Wi-Fi devices are assigned the Resource Units depending on the application being used and the bandwidth needed.
The RUs are transmitted simultaneously. As a result, the data are transferred without delay. When large and/or small amounts of data are transmitted simultaneously, the dynamically assigned RU sensure optimised data throughput without noticeable latency.
2.2 Introducing the WiFi6Repeater3000

• Improved Wi-Fi ax reception in any room at speeds of up to 3000Mbps.
• Fast data transmission: Crossband Repeating optimises the use of both frequency bands (2.4GHz + 5GHz)
• Beam forming sends the Wi-Fi signal directly to your connected clients.
• Browse without any interruptions with mesh Wi-Fi: The WiFi6Repeater3000 and router form a common network.
• Initial use is a breeze via the app
• Security – with WPA3 encryption (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wi-Fi high-speed standards)
• In Access Point mode, the WiFi6Repeater3000 offers practical additional functions such as parental controls, guest Wi-Fi, time control and Config Sync.
• There is 1 Gigabit Ethernet port on the WiFi6Repeater3000 for you to connect stationary network devices to your Internet router.

The WiFi6Repeater3000 features

• An Add button
• Four internal Wi-Fi antennas
• A Gigabit Ethernet port
• A reset button (on the side of the device)
• A 4-stage signal and status display.

The LED status displays can be disabled. You can find more information about this in Chapter 4 Network configuration or in the devoloCockpit software area online at
www.devolo.global/devolo-cockpit.

2.2.1 Add button
This button controls the following functions:
Connecting the WiFi6Repeater3000 to the router via WPS

1. If the device is still set to factory defaults, press the Add button for approximately 3 to 9 seconds to activate WPS.
2. Then press the WPS button on your router within 2 minutes.

For information about the WPS function/activation of your WiFi router, refer to the corresponding product documentation. 6Repeater3000
Now the WiFi6Repeater3000 is connected to the router.
Connecting Wi-Fi clients to the WiFi6Repeater3000 via WPS

1. Press the Add button for approximately 1 to 3 seconds to activate WPS.

2. Then either press the WPS button of the Wi-Fi device you are adding or enable the WPS mechanism in the Wi-Fi settings of the Wi-Fi device. Now the devices exchange their security IDs and establish a secure Wi-Fi connection.
   Now the desired Wi-Fi clients are connected to the WiFi6Repeater3000.

3. If the Wi-Fi connection is switched on and you want to copy these settings to a devolo Magic or Wi-Fi adapter, continue reading Chapter 4.7.5 Config Sync.

WPS is one of the encryption standards developed by the WiFi Alliance. The objective of WPS is to make it easier to add devices to an existing network. For more detailed information, refer to Chapter 4.5.8 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
When the WPA3 encryption standard is enabled, the WPS function is not available for technical reasons.
For more information about this, refer to Chapters 4.5 Wi-Fi and 4.5.8 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
2.2.2 Reading the Wi-Fi indicator light
The integrated Wi-Fi indicator light (LED) features a 4-stage LED display:
The dot of the Wi-Fi symbol indicates the status of the adapter through its illuminating and flashing behaviour.
The signal strength to the router is represented by the number of Wi-Fi arches.
Status of the dot in the Wi-Fi icon during set-up:

| Illuminating/flashing behaviour of the dot| Adapter status
---|---|---
| Lighting up red| Start-up process
During operation:
The WiFi6Repeater3000 may be defective. Please contact Support.
| Lighting up green| After the start-up process:
The WiFi6Repeater3000 is ready for operation.
After it is set up as a repeater or access point:
The connection to the network was established via WiFi or via Ethernet cable.
| Flashes at intervals of 1sec.green| Option 1:
The WiFi6Repeater3000 is in WPS mode for integrating Wi-Fi-capable devices
via WPS.
Option  2:
Your configuration (Repeater or Access Point mode) is stored on the Wi-Fi WiFi6Repeater3000.
Option 3:
The WiFi6Repeater3000 is in the Temporary Access Point mode and thereby prevents access to the still unencrypted Wi-Fi network of the WiFi6Repeater3000. This is the
case if the WiFi6Repeater3000 is not yet configured, but a network cable has already
been connected.

Status of the dot in the Wi-Fi icon in case of potential problems:

| Illuminating/flashing behavior of the dot| Adapter status
---|---|---
| Flashes at intervals of 1sec . Orange| Option 1:
The WiFi6Repeater3000 cannot establish a connection to the router.
Option 2:
The WiFi6Repeater3000 does not receive an IP address from the router.
| Off| Option 1:
The Wi-Fi LED is switched off and the  WiFi6Repeater3000 is ready to continue operating in
Access Point mode.
Option 2:
The WiFi6Repeater3000 is not ready to operate. Power
disconnected.

Signal strength to the router:

| Light-up behaviour of the arches| Signal strength to the router
---|---|---
| Three Wi-Fi arches are lit up green| The Wi-Fi connection to the router is very good.
| Two Wi-Fi arches are lit up green| The Wi-Fi connection to the router is good.
| One Wi-Fi arch is lit up green| The Wi-Fi connection to the router is normal.
| One Wi-Fi arch is lit up orange| The Wi-Fi connection to the router is not optimal.

2.2.3Reset button
The Reset button (in the recess next to the Add button) has two different functions:
Restart
The device restarts if you press the Reset button for less than 10 seconds using a paper clip or similar object.
Factory default settings

1. To remove the WiFi6Repeater3000 from your network and successfully restore factory defaults for its entire configuration, press the
   Reset button for longer than 10 seconds using a paper clip or similar object.
     Keep in mind that all settings that have already been made will be lost!

2. Wait for the dot in the Wi-Fi symbol to stay lit green and then disconnect the device from the power grid.
   The WiFi6Repeater3000 has been successfully removed from your existing network.

2.2.4Ethernet port
Using the Ethernet port of the WiFi6Repeater3000, you can connect it to stationary clients (computers, game consoles, etc.) with a commercially available network cable. Only use a network cable to connect “new clients” to the WiFi6Repeater3000 if they are not already integrated into your home network via Wi-Fi. Duplicate connections disrupt the network.
2.2.5Wi-Fi antennas
The internal Wi-Fi antennas are for connecting to other network devices tirelessly.

Initial use

This chapter covers everything you need to know to set up and use your WiFi6 Repeater3000. We describe how to connect the device and briefly describe the devolo software.
Additional detailed information is available at www.devolo.global.

3.1 Package contents
Please ensure that the delivery is complete before beginning the installation of your WiFi6
Repeater3000:

• 1 WiFi6 Repeater3000
• Hard copy of installation guide
•  “Safety and Service” printed flyer
• Simplified CE declaration
  devolo AG reserves the right to change the package contents without prior notice.

3.2 System requirements
The following system requirements are relevant if you are configuring/managing the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 using a computer/laptop.

Supported operating systems of the devolo Cockpit:

• Win 7 (32-bit/64-bit) or later
• Ubuntu 14.04 (32-bit/64-bit) or later
• Mac OS X 10.9 or later

Network connection
Please note that your computer or laptop must have a network card or network adapter with a network interface.

3.3 Installing WiFi6  Repeater 3000
In the following sections, we describe how to connect the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 and integrate it into your Wi-Fi network.

CAUTION! Damage to the device caused by ambient conditions
Only use device indoors in dry conditions

For the permitted voltage range for operating the device and the power consumption, refer to the type plate on the rear of the device. For additional technical data on our products, refer to the product area at www.devolo.global.

1. Plug the WiFi6 Repeater3000 into a power socket near your router for the initial set-up.
2. As soon as the dot of the Wi-Fi LED is lit green, the device is ready to operate. It takes up to 2 minutes from the time the device is plugged in until this status is reached.

The WiFi6 Repeater3000 has two different operating modes. It can be operated as a WiFi repeater or an access point. Observe the specific procedures based on the desired device mode.
devolo Home Network App
The devolo Home Network App automatically detects the new or unconfigured WiFi6 Repeater3000. A wizard guides you quickly and easily through the process for setting up the device as a WiFi repeater or access point (see 3.3.1 Installation via app).
Web interface of the device
Set up the device as a WiFi repeater or access point manually by using the web interface of the WiFi6 Repeater3000 (see 3.3.2 Installation via web interface).
WPS activation by means of Add button
You can automatically set up the device as a Wi-Fi repeater by pressing the Add button (WPS activation) (see 3.3.5 Configuration as a repeater using the Add button (WPS)).

3.3.1Installation via app

1. Download the devolo Home Network App to your smartphone or tablet computer from the corresponding store.

2. The devolo Home Network App is put on the app list of your smartphone or tablet as usual. Tapping on the devolo Home Network App icon brings you to the start  menu.

3. Then follow the prompts of the wizard.
   Once the status bar is complete and both LEDs on the device are lit green, the WiFi6 Repeater3000 has been successfully  configured as a repeater.

3.3.2Installation via web interface
To set up the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000, you need a terminal device (laptop, smartphone or tablet) with WiFi capability.

1. For the initial set-up, the WiFi6 Repeater3000 sets up a temporary Wi-Fi network called “devolo WiFi 6 Repeater 3000”, which has no Internet connection. Connect to this network with your terminal device (no password is required).
2. Use a web browser on your terminal device to call up the address http://2.2.2.1.
3. Your WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 features two operating modes:

Repeater mode

• When you use the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 as a WiFi repeater, you expand your existing network wirelessly.
• Use this mode if you would rather not (or cannot) route Ethernet cables in your rooms. This procedure is described in Chapter 3.3.3 Configuration as a repeater.

Access point mode

• When you use the WiFi6 Repeater3000 as an additional access point in your network, you expand your existing network through cabling.
• To do so, connect the device directly to your Internet access device (router). This procedure is described in Chapter 3.3.4 Configuration as an access point.

3.3.3Configuration as a repeater

1. Click Install as repeater.

2. The WiFi6 Repeater 3000 automatically searches for Wi-Fi networks in the vicinity.
   Please select your Wi-Fi network from the list and click Next.
   If your Wi-Fi network does not appear in the list, select a power socket closer to the WiFi router/access point and refresh the list by clicking on the arrow icon.

3. Enter the access data for your Wi-Fi network in the Password field and click Next.

4. Now you can configure Wi-Fi settings.
   Using default Wi-Fi settings
   It is recommended that you use the default settings. To do so, just click on Next.
   Custom Wi-Fi settings
   If you would like to configure custom settings, disable the Use default Wi-Fi settings option. The WiFi6 Repeater3000 supports two modes:
   • Inband Repeating – forwards the WiFi signal on the same frequency band on which it arrives (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz).
   • Crossband Repeating – changes the frequency band to minimise interference.

5. In the last step, you get a summary of your settings. Here, you can also view and print out a QR code using your network’s access data.

6. Then confirm this with Finish configuration and wait until the set-up is complete.

Once the status bar is complete and the dot as well as the arches in the Wi-Fi icon are lit green, the WiFi6 Repeater3000 has been successfully configured as a repeater.
For information about other possible device settings, refer to Chapter 4 Network con- figuration.

3.3.4Configuration as an access point

1. Click Install as access point.

Once the status bar is complete and the dot in the Wi-Fi icon is lit green, the WiFi6 Repeater3000 has been successfully configured as an access point.
For information about other possible device settings, refer to Chapter 4 Network con- figuration.

To ensure that the WiFi6 Repeater3000 has the same Wi-Fi configuration as your Wi-Fi router, you can apply the Wi-Fi access data using the Wi-Fi Clone function. This can be enabled in different ways:

Activating Wi-Fi Clone:
• Activating Wi-Fi Clone by pushing a button:

1. Press the Add button on the WiFi6 Repeater3000 for approximately 3 to 9 seconds.
2. Press the WPS button on the Wi-Fi router with the access data to be applied.
   Now the WiFi6 Repeater3000 has the same Wi-Fi configuration as your Wi-Fi router.

or
•  Activating Wi-Fi Clone from the web interface. More information about this function can be found in Chapter WiFi Clone.

3.3.5Configuration as a repeater using the Add button (WPS)
You can also configure the WiFi6 Repeater 3000 as a repeater by pressing the Add button without calling up the web interface.

1. Press the Add button on the WiFi6 Repeater3000 for approximately 1 to 3 sec- onds to activate WPS.
2. Now, confirm the WPS activation on your WiFi router within 2 minutes or on another access point within your WiFi network – e.g.

• by pressing the WPS button of your WiFi router or the access point
• or by pressing the WPS function on the configuration interface/app of the respective device
For information about the WPS function/activation of your Wi-Fi router or access point, refer to the corresponding product documentation.

As soon as the dot and arches in the Wi-Fi icon are lit green, the WiFi6 Repeater3000 has been successfully con- figured as a repeater.

3.4 Installation of devolo software
Installing devolo Cockpit software
The devolo Cockpit finds all of the accessible devolo adapters in your home network and displays information about these devices. You can use the software to navigate to the integrated web interface.

Supported operating systems of the devolo Cockpit (Version 5.0 and higher):

• Win 7 (32-bit/64-bit) or later
•  Ubuntu 14.04 (32-bit/64-bit) or later
•  Mac OS X 10.9 or later
  You can find the product documentation, software and additional information on devolo Cockpit online at www.devolo.global/cockpit.

Downloading the devolo Home Network App
The devolo Home Network App is devolo’s free app that allows you to monitor and configure (via smartphone or tablet) the Wi-Fi, Magic and Ethernet connections of the devolo devices. Your smartphone or tablet connects to a Wi- Fi-capable devolo device at home via Wi-Fi for this purpose.

1. Download the devolo Home Network App to your smartphone or tablet computer from the corresponding store.

2. The devolo Home Network App is put on the app list of your smartphone or tablet as usual. Tapping on the devolo Home Network App icon brings you to the start menu.
   More information about our devolo Home Network App can be found online at www.devolo.global/devolo-app.

3.5 Removing a WiFi 6
Repeater 3000 from the network
To remove a WiFi6 Repeater3000 from your network and successfully restore its entire configuration to the factory defaults, press the Reset button for longer than 10seconds. Wait for the dot in the Wi-Fi symbol to be lit green and then disconnect the adapter from the power grid.
Keep in mind that all settings that have already been made will be lost!
To integrate it into another network after this, proceed as described in this chapter.

Network configuration

The WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 has a built-in web interface that can be called up using a standard web browser. All settings for operating the device can be modified here.

You can access the built-in online web interface for the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 in different ways:
4.1 Calling up the built-in web interface

• Use a web browser on your terminal device to call up the address http://2.2.2.1.
  For the initial set-up, the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 sets up a temporary Wi-Fi network called
  “devolo WiFi 6 Repeater 3000”, which has no Internet connection. Connect to this network with your terminal device (no password is required).
  The WiFi 6Repeater 3000 should be in factory default condition (for more information, refer to 2.2.3 Reset button).

• Using the devolo Home Network App on your smartphone or tablet, you can access the device’s web interface.
  or

• Using the Cockpit software, you can get to the device’s web interface by clicking on the corresponding tab for the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000. Then the program determines the current IP address and starts the configuration in the web browser.
  You can find more information on devolo Home Network App and Cockpit software in Chapter 3.4 Installation of de- volo software.

4.2General information about the menu
All menu functions are described in the corresponding interface as well as in the associated chapter in the manual. The sequence of the description in the manual follows the
structure of the menu. The figures for the device interface serve as examples.
Repeater or access point
Menu pages that are only displayed in one mode are marked with a note.

Logging in
How to call up the web interface, please refer to the previous chapter 4.1 Calling up the built-in web interface.

The web interface is not password protected. Assigning a login password is mandatory when logging in for the first time to prevent unauthorised access by third parties.
Enter your existing password each time you login again and confirm by pressing Log in.

For more information of the login password, please refer to 4.7 System.

Logging out
Log out of the web interface by clicking Log out.

Language selection
Select the desired language in the language selection list.
The central areas of the web interface and their sub-categories are listed on the left edge. Click the entry for an area to move directly into it.

Making changes
Once you make a change, two icons are shown on the corresponding menu page:

• Disk icon: Your settings are being saved.
• X icon: The operation is being cancelled. Your settings are not being saved.

Required fields
Fields with a red border are required fields. This means entries must be made in these fields to continue with the configuration.
Help text blank fields
Fields that have not been filled in yet contain greyed out help text, which indicates the required content for the field. This help text disappears immediately once content has been
entered.
Default settings
Some fields contain default settings which ensure the greatest amount of compatibility and ease of use. Default settings are identified with an in drop-down menus.
Default settings can of course be replaced with customised information.
Recommended settings
Some fields include recommended settings.
Recommended settings can of course be replaced with customised information.
Tables
You can make changes within a table by clicking the corresponding row within it (e.g. Time control, Parental control/Note that these functions are available only in the device’s
access point mode.) . In edit mode, the corresponding table rows have a blue background.
Invalid entries
Entry errors are either highlighted by a red border or error messages are shown.
Buttons
Click the Disk icon to save the settings for the respective web interface area.
Click the X icon or use the Menu path above the buttons to exit the respective web interface area.
Click the Recycle bin icon to delete an entry.
Click the Arrow icon to refresh a list.
Click the Eye icon to toggle the password display between plain text and a series of characters.

4.3 Overview
The Overview area shows the status of the device and the connected LAN and Wi- Fi clients.
4.3.1 System
Information
Name: Device name
Serial number: Device serial number
Firmware version: Firmware version of the device
Ethernet MAC address: MAC address of the device connected to the Ethernet port
Uptime: Uptime of the device

4.3.2 LAN
Ethernet
Port 1: if a connection has been detected, the speed (10/100/1000 Mbps) is specified; otherwise, the status “unconnected” is specified.
IPv4
Protocol: Display indicating whether DHCP is switched on or switched off
Address: IPv4 address in use
Subnet mask: IPv4 network mask in use
Default gateway: IPv4 gateway in use
DNS server: DNSv4 server in use
IPv6
Address/Subnet: Shows the IPv6 address that the device uses to reach the internet.

4.4 Assistant
Here you can restart the Assistant that assisted you with the initial setup and configure the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 for Repeater or Access Point Mode.
4.5 Wi-Fi
Make all changes to your wireless network in the Wi-Fi area.
4.5.1 Status
Here, you see the current status of your wireless LAN network configuration, e.g. the connected Wi-Fi terminal devices, the MAC address, the selected frequency band, the SSID, the transfer rates and the connection duration.

4.5.2Repeater networks
This menu is available in repeater mode only.
You can configure all necessary settings for your repeater networks here.

Repeater mode
Repeater type: “Crossband” or “Inband”
Primary frequency band: 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz.

Use same settings for both home network and repeater network: If you disable this option, configure the settings listed below separately for the existing home network and for the extension created by the repeater.
Home network vs repeater network
The following graphic is intended to show the difference between the two networks:

In repeater mode, there are two Wi-Fi networks: the existing home network and the repeater net- work.
The home network is the network that always starts with the Internet access device (Wi-Fi router).
It is used for data transmission from router to repeater and vice versa.
However, the data transmission from the repeater to the respective terminal device and vice versa takes place over the repeater network.
Home & repeater network settings
In this section, you specify the desired frequency band mode. The WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 supports both the parallel operation of the Wi-Fi frequency bands and their separate use.
If you enable the option Use common settings for the 2.4GHz and 5 GHz band, the settings of re- peater mode apply to both frequency bands.
If the option is disabled, each frequency band will be configured differently.
Network name
In the Network name field, select the name of the Wi-Fi network.
Password
In the Password field, enter the key for the selected Wi-Fi network.
4.5.3Wi-Fi networks
You can make all necessary changes to your Wi-Fi network here.

Wi-Fi network mode
The WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 supports both the parallel operation of the Wi-Fi frequency bands and their separate use.
The Wi-Fi network mode field lets you define your preferred setting by clicking the respective field:

• 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz – Both frequency bands are used
• 2.4 GHz – Only the 2.4 GHz frequency band is used
• 5 GHz – Only the 5 GHz frequency band is used
• Off – If desired, you can completely switch off the Wi-Fi section here.

Keep in mind that after saving this setting, you will be disconnected from any existing wireless connection to the devolo WiFi 6 Repeater 3000.
In this case, configure the device over Ethernet.

Network name
The network name (SSID) determines the name of your wireless network. You can see this name when logging onto the Wi-Fi, allowing you to identify the correct Wi-Fi network.
Channels
There are 13 channels available in the 2.4 GHz frequency band. The channels recommended for Europe are channels 1, 6 and 11. This ensures the frequency bands of the channels do not overlap and any connection problems are avoided.
There are 19 channels available in the 5 GHz frequency band.
The channel selection default setting is Automatic.
The WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 regularly and automatically executes the channel selection in this setting. In other words, if the last connected station logs out, a search for a suitable channel is carried out immediately. If no stations are connected, the device automatically selects a channel every 15 minutes.
It is worth noting that connected devices also have to support the increased frequency band of 5 GHz. From channel 52 onward you go into the radar range. When accessing the device for the first time, a radar detection phase (DFS) starts automatically, during which time the WiFi6Repeater3000 cannot be accessed via Wi-Fi. This can take up to 10 minutes.
In the Channel field, you can manually select a 2.4 GHz and a 5 GHz channel. If you are not sure which wireless channels are used by nearby devices, select the Automatic option.

Hide SSID:
The SSID specifies the name of your wireless network. You can see this name when logging onto the Wi-Fi, allowing you to identify the correct subnet.
If the Hide SSID option is disabled, your network name is visible. If this option is disabled, potential network users must know the exact SSID and enter it manually to be able
to set up a connection.

Some Wi-Fi stations have difficulty connecting to hidden wireless networks. If the connection to a hidden SSID poses problems, first try to set up the connection with a visible SSID and only then try to hide it.

Security
The WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal (Wi-Fi Protected Access) security standard is available for securing data transmission in your wireless network. This method allows for  individualised keys consisting of letters and numbers and the depicted special characters with a length of up to 63 characters. You can simply enter them into the Password field via the keyboard.

When the WPA3 encryption standard is enabled, the WPS function is not available for technical reasons.

For more information, refer to Chapter 4.5.8 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).

4.5.4 Guest network
This menu is available in access point mode only.
If you have friends or acquaintances visiting and you want to provide them with Internet access but without giving away the password for your Wi-Fi, you can set up a separate guest account in addition to the main Internet connection. The guest account can have its own network name, time limit and Wi-Fi password. This way your visitors can  browse the Internet without having access to your local network.

To set up a guest account, activate the Enable option.

The guest account has an Automatic shutoff feature. This feature automatically disables the guest network once the selected time period ends.
You can use the Enable option to activate the shut-off feature.
You can also enable or disable the guest account in the devoloHomeNetworkApp using the Guest account button.
Frequency band
In the Frequency band field, you select the frequency band mode you are using (see Chapter  Wi- Fi network mode).
Network name
Define the name of the guest network in the Network name field.
Key
You should also encrypt the guest account to prevent anyone in signal range from intruding into your network and, for example, sharing your Internet connection.
The WPA/WPA2/WPA3 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) security standard is available for this.

When the WPA3 encryption standard is enabled, the WPS function is not available for technical reasons.
For more information, refer to Chapter 4.5.8 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
This method allows for individualised keys consisting of letters and numbers with a length of up to 63 characters. You can simply enter them via the keyboard.
To do so, enter a corresponding number of characters into the Password field.

QR code
Using the QR code, you can conveniently set up the connection to the guest network for mobile de- vices. Scanning the QR code automatically transfers the credentials for the guest network to the respective mobile device. The QR code is visible only if the guest network has been enabled.

4.5.5 Mesh
Mesh
All devolo Magic Wi-Fi adapters as well as the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 offer mesh Wi-Fi, which entails completely new and improved Wi-Fi functions:

• Fast roaming (IEEE 802.11r) streamlines the registration process for Wi-Fi terminal devices, such as smartphones or tablets, when switch- ing to another Wi-Fi hotspot.

The feature Fast roaming is not compatible with all Wi-Fi clients. If there will be connection problems with one of your devices, please deactivate these option.

In factory default condition of the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 Fast roaming is turned off by default.

• In addition, the new air-time fairness feature processes the requests of high-speed Wi-Fi clients at higher priority. This prevents older devices, which may require more time for a download, from creating Wi-Fi bottlenecks.
• Integrated band steering ensures that all Wi-Fi stations automatically switch to the optimum frequency band (2.4 and 5 GHz frequency band) in order to use the best Wi-Fi connection at all times.

In order to turn the mesh functions on, activate the Enable option.
The mesh function of the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 is switched on by default.

WiFi Clone
This menu is available in access point mode only.
WiFi Clone makes it possible to simply copy the Wi-Fi configuration data of an existing Wi-Fi access point (e.g. your Wi-Fi router) to all Wi-Fi access points (Single SSID). Start the procedure with the Start Configuration option and then press the WPS button of the device with the Wi-Fi access data (SSID and Wi-Fi password) to be applied.

4.5.6 Schedule control
This menu is available in access point mode only.
The Schedule control area lets you define when and if your Wi-Fi is switched on and off.

Enabling Wi-Fi schedule control
In order to be able to use time control, activate the Enable option.
Configuration
You can define multiple time periods during which your wireless network is to be enabled for each weekday. Then the time control automatically switches the wireless network on or off.

Automatic disconnection
If you enable the Automatic disconnection option, the wireless network is not switched off until the last station has logged off.

Manually switching the device on and off (using a button) always has priority over automatic time control. The configured time control then takes effect automatically during the next defined time period.

4.5.7 Parental control
This menu is available in access point mode only.
You can regulate Wi-Fi access for specific devices based on time using this function. For instance, to prevent your children from using the Internet excessively, you can define how long they may use the Wi-Fi per day. Synchronisation with an (Internet) time server is necessary to be able to use the parental control. In this case, the time server (System → Management →Time Server (NTP)) for the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 has to be enabled and an active Internet connection is also required.

The time server pool.ntp.org is enabled by default. You can find more information in Chapter 4.7.2 Management.

If you would like to set up a time quota (usage time in hours) or a time period (active from/to), activate the Enable option. Now enter the MAC addresses of the devices you want to set up parental control for.
Under Type, define either a time quota (time limit) or a time period for when you want the MAC ad- dresses entered to receive Internet access. Under Select interval, select the desired time frame.

Setting the time quota
Under Time Quota, the time limit can be selected. Confirm your settings by clicking the Disk icon.
Setting the time period
Under Time Period, the desired time period can be selected. After entering the interval, enter the desired start and end times in hour and minute format.
Confirm your settings by clicking the Disk icon.
If you want to delete a time quota (time limit) or a time period from the list, click/touch the dustbin icon.

4.5.8 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is one of the international encryption standards developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance for easily and quickly setting up a secure wireless network. The encryption keys of the re- spective Wi-Fi devices are transmitted automatically and continuously to the  other Wi-Fi device(s) in the wireless network.
Enabling WPS encryption
In order to be able to use WPS encryption, activate the Enable option.

There are two different variants for transmitting these encryption keys:
WPS using WPS pushbutton

1. Start the encryption process on the WiFi6Repeater3000
   • By pressing the Add button on the side of the device or
   • By pressing the corresponding Start button on the user interface under Wi-Fi → WPS Pushbutton.

2. Then either press the WPS key of the Wi-Fi device you are adding or enable the WPS mechanism in the Wi-Fi settings of the Wi-Fi device. Now the devices exchange their encryption keys and establish a secure Wi-Fi connection. The Wi-Fi LED on the front panel indicates the synchronisation process by flashing.

WPS via PIN
To interconnect Wi-Fi devices in your wireless network securely using a PIN variant, go to the web interface and, under Wi-Fi → WPS → WPS PIN, enter the WPS PIN generated
by your Android smartphone or tablet and start the encryption process by pressing the corresponding Start button.

Use of the WPS method implies the use of the WPA/WPA2 or WPA2 or WPA3/WPA2 encryption standard.
When the WPA3 encryption standard is enabled, the WPS function is not available for technical reasons.

For more information of the encryption standards, refer to Chapter 4.5.3 Wi-Fi networks.
Therefore take note of the following automatic settings:

• If under Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi networks, the No encryption option is selected in advance, WPA2 is set automatically. The newly generated password is displayed under Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi networks in the Key field.
• If under Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi networks, the WPA/ WPA2 option is selected in advance, this set- ting remains with the previously assigned password.

4.5.9 Neighbour networks
The Neighbour networks area displays visible wireless networks in your surroundings.

4.6LAN
You make changes to the network settings in the LAN area.
4.6.1 Status
You can see the current LAN status of the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 here. The Ethernet area shows the network devices connected to the network connector Port 1 (e.g. PC, NAS, etc.).
IPv4/IPv6
Depending on how the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 is connected to the Internet (IPv4 or IPv6), current network information is displayed, such as Address, Subnet mask, Standard gateway and DNS server..
4.6.2 IPv4/IPv6 configuration
In the factory default settings, only the Retrieve network settings from a DHCP server option for IPv4 is enabled. This means that the IPv4 address is retrieved automatically from a DHCP server. The currently assigned network data are visible (greyed out).
If a DHCP server is already present on the network for assigning IP addresses (e.g. your Internet router), you should leave the Retrieve network settings from a DHCP server option enabled so that the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 automatically receives an address from it.
If you want to assign a static IP address, make entries accordingly for the Address, Subnet mask,
Default gateway and DNS server fields.
Confirm your settings by clicking the Disk icon.
Then, restart the adapter (see Chapter 4.7.3 Configuration) to ensure that your changes take effect.

IPv6 configuration
Address: Shows the IPv6 address that the device uses to reach the internet.
Subnetmask (Prefix): Shows the length of the prefix in bits.
The prefix is the front bit of the of the IPv6 address.
Example: 2a00:fe0:313:25:f606:8dff:fe4f:6aee with prefix 64 means that the prefix here is 2a00:fe0:313:25.

4.7 System
In the System area, you can configure the settings for security and other device functions.
4.7.1 Status
Here you can view the most important information on the device, including the current date and time, time zone, MAC address of the adapter, status of the Wi-Fi LED and the operating button.

4.7.2 Management
System information lets you enter user-defined names in the Device name (hostname) and Device location fields. Both pieces of information are particularly helpful if multiple devoloMagic adapters are to be used and identified in the network.
Under Change access password, a login password can be set for accessing the web interface.  By default, the built-in web interface of the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 is not protected by a password. We recommend assigning a password when the installation of the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 is complete to protect it against tampering by third parties.
To do so, enter the desired new password twice. Now the web interface is protected against unauthorised access with your custom password!
The LED settings let you disable the LED status display of the Wi-Fi LED.
An error status is indicated by corresponding flashing behaviour regardless of this setting.
You can completely disable the operating buttons on the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 in order to protect yourself against possible changes. Simply disable the Enable Wi-Fi button option.

The operating button is enabled in the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 factory default settings.
Under Time zone, you can select the current time zone, e.g. Europe/Berlin. The Time server (NTP) option lets you specify a time server. A time server is a server on the Internet whose task consists of providing the exact time. Most time servers are coupled with a radio clock. Select your time zone and time server; the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 automatically
switches between standard time and summer time.

4.7.3 Configuration
Saving the device configuration
To save the enabled configuration to your computer as a file, select the corresponding button in the System → Configuration → Save Configuration to File area. The system starts downloading the current device configuration.

Restoring the device configuration
An existing configuration file can be sent to the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 in the System → Configura- tion area and enabled there. Select a suitable file via the Select file … button and start the operation by clicking the Restore button.

Factory Settings
The WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 is reset to the original factory defaults in the System → Configuration area with the Factory Reset option.

Doing so causes you to lose your personal Wi-Fi settings. The last-assigned passwords for the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 are also reset.

For backup purposes, all active configuration settings can be transmitted to your computer, stored there as a file and reloaded into the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000. This function can
be useful for creating a variety of configurations that will let you quickly and easily set up the device for use in different network environments.
Reboot device
In order to reboot the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000, select the Reboot button in the System → Configuration area.
4.7.4 Firmware
The firmware of the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 includes the software for operating the device. If necessary, devolo offers new versions on the Internet as a file download, for example to modify existing functions.
Current firmware
The currently installed firmware of the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 is displayed here.
Searching for and updating firmware automatically
The adapter can also look for up-to-date firmware automatically. To do this, enable the Regulary check for firmware updates option.

The WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 lets you know when a new firmware version becomes available. The option is enabled by default.

The Automatically install firmware updates option allows the adapter to automatically install the firmware it has found.
The WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 automatically updates its firmware. The option is enabled by default.

Download updated firmware

1. If you have downloaded an updated firmware file for the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 to your computer, navigate to the System → Firmware → Update firmware area. Click Browse … and select the downloaded file.
2. Confirm the update procedure with Update firmware. After a successful update, the WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 restarts automatically.

Ensure that the update procedure is not interrupted.
4.7.5 Config Sync
This menu is available in access point mode only.

Config Sync allows settings to be configured uniformly for all devolo devices in the network. This includes the following settings e.g.:

• Wi-Fi network
• Guest network
• Mesh Wi-Fi
• Time control and time server settings.

In order to switch Config Sync on, activate the Enable option.

Please note that the Wi-Fi is always switched on or off for the entire network. Therefore, stop Config Sync first on a device that you want to configure or switch separately.

Appendix

5.1 Technical specifications

Typical:-6.1 /4.8 W/A
Power supply| internal
196-250 V AC 50 Hz
Temperature (Storage/Operating)| -25°C to 70 °C / 0°C to 40°C
Dimensions (in mm,without plug)| 149x71x46 (HxWxD)
Ambient conditions| 10-90% Humidity, non-condensing
Certifications| CE/UKCA

The complete technical specifications is available at www.devolo.global.

5.2 Frequency range and trans mitting power
Technical specifications in the 5 GHz frequency range

802.11 n
802.11 ac
802.11 ax
Indoor frequency range| 5150 — 5350 MHz
Indoor & outdoor frequency range| 5150 — 5725 MHz
(802.11 a/h, n) 5150-5350 MHz/5470 — 5725 MHz
(802.11 ac) 5150-5350 MHz/5470 — 5725 MHz
(802.11 ac)
Channel bandwidth| 20 MHz (802.11 a/h) 20 MHz, 40 MHz (802.11 n)
20 MHz, 40 MHz, 80 MHz, 160 MHz (802.11 ac)
20 MHz, 40 MHz, 80 MHz, 160 MHz (802.11 ax)
Max. indoor transmission power (EIRP)| 200 mW (channel 36 — 64)/ 23 dBm
Max. transmitting power| 1,000 mW (channel 100 —140) / 30 dBm

*Wi-Fi connections in the 5GHz band from 5.15 to 5.35GHz are exclusively intended for operation within enclosed rooms.
This limitation/requirement is in effect in the following countries:

Technical specifications in the 2.4-GHz frequency range

802.11 g
802.11 n
802.11 ax
Indoor frequency range| —
Indoor & outdoor frequency range| 2399.5 — 2484.5 MHz
Channel bandwidth| 20 MHz (802.11 b/g)
20 MHz, 40 MHz
(802.11 n)
20 MHz, 40 MHz
(802.11 ax)
Max. indoor transmission power (EIRP)| 100 mW / 20 dBm
Max. transmitting power| 100 mW / 20 dBm

5.3 Channels and carrier frequencies
Channels and frequencies in the 5-GHz band

Channels and frequencies in the 2.4 GHz band

5.4 Disposal of old devices
To be used in the countries of the European Union and other countries with a separate collecting system:

****The icon with crossed-out wastebasket on the device means that this product is an electrical or electronic device that falls within the scope of application of the WEEE Directive. These types of devices may no longer be disposed of with house- hold waste. Rather they can be given to a municipal collection point free of charge. Contact your municipal government to find out the address and hours of the ne- arest collection point.

5.5 Warranty conditions
If your devolo device is found to be defective during initial installation or within the warranty period, please contact the vendor who sold you the product. The vendor will take care of the repair or warranty claim for you. The complete warranty conditions can be found at www.devolo.global/support.

References

• pool.ntp.org: the internet cluster of ntp servers
• Internet überall – devolo stoppt die WLAN Schwäche | devolo AG
• devolo Cockpit: Powerline-Netzwerk einfach verwalten | devolo
• Konformitätserklärungen | devolo
• Support zu Fragen rund um devolo Produkte | devolo AG
• Internet anywhere – devolo cures weak Wi-Fi | devolo AG
• dLAN Cockpit software for devolo Powerline products | devolo
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• Internet überall – devolo stoppt die WLAN Schwäche | devolo AG
• Internet überall – devolo stoppt die WLAN Schwäche | devolo AG
• devolo Cockpit: Powerline-Netzwerk einfach verwalten | devolo
• devolo Home Network App: Intuitiv zum Heimnetzwerk
• Konformitätserklärungen | devolo
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