verizon E3200 Wi-Fi Extender User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Verizon
Table of Contents
verizon E3200 Wi-Fi Extender
My Wi-Fi is On, why doesn’t my device see the Wi-Fi network (SSID’s)
Some devices may need their Wi-Fi drivers updated to support routers which use
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax). Also, some devices, like TV’s and laptops, may not support
the latest Wi-Fi technology used by an advanced router, and may need to be
disabled.
Note: Intel Wireless adapters supporting 802.11ac with older drivers
might not show Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) networks. Please see the link below to
verify/update to the latest Wi-Fi drivers.
Do my Wi-Fi drivers on Windows need to be updated to see for Wi-Fi 6
(802.11ax) networks)?
Yes, Wi-Fi divers should always be updated for optimal Wi-Fi performance. In
many cases, but not all, Wi-Fi drivers are automatically updated with auto
updates enabled.
Note: Intel Wireless adapters supporting 802.11ac with older drivers
might not show Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) networks. Please see the link below to
verify/update to the latest Wi-Fi drivers.
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/articles/000054799/network-
and-io/wireless-networking.html
My Fios Extender is not replicating the Network name (SSIDs) from my Fios
Router, what should I do?
You need to reboot the device by removing and reinserting the power cable of
your Wi-Fi Extender. Within 5 minutes of the reboot, the Wi-Fi Name(s) should
be configured on your Fios Extender.
If the Wi-Fi Names are not configured after a reboot, attempt manual pairing with the Fios Router. Manual pairing requires the Unified Button to be depressed on both devices. Please refer to the sequence of lighting for manual pairing.
Why do I need a Fios Extender?
Some homes or businesses may be too large for the router Wi-Fi signal to cover
the entire location. There could also be types of interference, such as walls,
microwaves, cordless phones, etc., that can weaken the Wi-Fi signal.
Wi-Fi Extenders help extend the reach of the Wi-Fi signal in locations of your
home where the Wi-Fi signal is weak or no signal is available. To get the most
out of your Wi-Fi Extender, when connected Wi-Fi to the router, place it
between your Fios Router and the weak Wi-Fi area. Reference the table below to
ensure you have placed the Extender in an optimal location.
Too Far| Unified LED Yellow Slow blink| Placement of the Extender
relative to the router is Too Far. Customer should move the extender further
away from the router for the Optimal Performance
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Optimal| Unified LED White Solid| Placement of the Extender relative to
the router is Optimal for good Wi-Fi throughput. No action needed. White LED
remains solid lit while extender is in an optimal position
Too close| Unified LED Yellow Fast blink| Placement of the Extender
relative to the router is Too Close. Customer should move the Extender closer
to the router for the Optimal Performance.
Can I hardwire my Wi-Fi Extender with Coax or Ethernet?
Yes. The Fios Extender also supports a hardwired connection with Coax or
Ethernet. Please follow the instructions below for a hardwired connection.
- Connect the Fios Router to a coax outlet. (If the coax outlet is already in use, use the coax splitter included in the box.)
- Connect the Fios Extender to a coax outlet-ideally in an area with spotty Wi-Fi coverage.
- Connect the power cord from the router & extender to an electrical outlet.
- The light on the extender should turn solid white within a few minutes, indicating the connection is complete.
Will my Fios TV One Mini communicate with the Extender?
The Fios Extender supports Wi-Fi connections to the Verizon Fios TV One Mini
Set Top Box. All older “legacy” Set Top Boxes, require coax cabling.
Note: “Fios TV One Minis can only connect wirelessly to a Fios Extender that has a wired connection to the router.”
What devices can I use with the Fios Extender?
All Wi-Fi enabled devices that support the 802.11g, 802.11n (Wi-Fi 4),
802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5), and 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) standards (laptops, tablets,
smartphones, gaming consoles, TV’s, etc.) can be connected to the Fios
Extender.
Does the Fios Extender support Guest Wi-Fi?
Yes, guest Wi-Fi is supported. If the Fios Router has Guest Wi-Fi enabled, the
Fios Extender will also broadcast the Guest Wi-Fi name.
Note: Guest Wi-Fi is supported on the Fios Extender when the extender has a wired connection to the router.” If connected wirelessly, Guest Wi-Fi will only be supported on the router.
Can I manually configure the Fios Extender?
Yes. The Wi-Fi extender has an accessible user interface where configuration
changes can be made. To learn more please refer to the User Manual at
verizon.com/wi-fiextendersupport
Where should I place my Extender?
If connected to the Fios Router via Wi-Fi, Fios Extender should be placed
between your Fios Router and in the area where your Wi-Fi signal is weak.
Please refer to FAQ # 2 and the LED status chart in FAQ # 3 for further
information on optimal placement of the extender.
To minimize any Wi-Fi signal weakness the extender should ideally be placed:
- At least 10 feet from cordless phones or microwaves
- Away from heat sources, moisture, excessive dust or extreme cold
- Away from any large metal objects,
To extend Wi-Fi coverage to your backyard, place the extender near an outer wall.
I have an old Wi-Fi extender, do I need to upgrade?
If you previously purchased or rented a Verizon 2nd Generation Fios Network
Extender, and are currently using or upgrading to the Fios Router, an upgrade
to the Fios Extender is required.
The new Fios Extender is a powerful 802.11 ax Wi-FiTri Band Extender that
supports Wi-Fi connections to Wi-Fi Set Top Boxes and doesn’t require physical
cabling other that than power. Data from the Extender is passed to the router
over a dedicated 5GHz Wi-Fi connection. For further information on Fios
Extender, please download the data sheet or user manual @ verizon.com/wi-
fiextendersupport
Which router(s) will the Fios Extender work with?
Fios Extender will exclusively work with the latest Fios Router (pictures
below). All of the previous Verizon routers (BHR2, BHR3, BHR4) are compatible
with the existing Fios Network Extender; however, some older router models
will require manual configuration to replicate the Wi-Fi names for your router
Will the extender work if connected back to router via Ethernet/Coax?
Yes. Fios Extender supports a direct connection from the router to the
extender via Ethernet or Coax. Ethernet ports on back of Extender are also
available for Gaming consoles, Set Top Boxes, Laptop/Desktop or other devices
allowing Ethernet connections.
Can I wall mount my extender?
Yes. Wall mount brackets for Fios Extenders are available at the Verizon
Accessory site for $9.99. Please visit verizon.com/home/accessories and look
for Fios Wall brackets.
Does my extender need to stand upright?
Yes. Fios Extender, Model #E3200, should always be kept in an upright position
for optimal performance.