ASUS RP-N12 Wireless-N300 Range Extender User Guide

June 6, 2024
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ASUS RP-N12 Wireless-N300 Range Extender

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Important

  1. Power LED
    On: RP-N12 is on
    Off: RP-N12 is off

  2. Ethernet LED
    On: Device is connected to the Ethernet port.
    Off: Device is not connected to the Ethernet port.

  3. Wi-Fi LED
    Green: RP-N12 provides the best Wi-Fi extender performance. Red: RP-N12 provides poor Wi-Fi extender performance.
    Off: RP-N12 is not connected to a router/AP.
    NOTE: Please refer to step 3 in Method One for the best Wi-Fi performance.

Installation Method 1

Quick Setup with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) For router/Access Point(AP) with WPS support

  1. Power On
    Place your RP-N12 near your router/AP and plug it to a power outlet.
    Wait until the Wi-Fi LED starts to blink green.
    ASUS RP-N12 Wireless-N300 Range Extender fig2

  2. Connect via WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
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  3. 1. Press the WPS button on your Router/AP.

  4. Press the WPS button on your RP-

  5. The Wi-Fi LED flashs for about two (2) minutes and then turns solid green or red. The color of the LED indicates the Wi-Fi signal strength.
    NOTE: Ensure that your router/AP supports WPS. Otherwise, use Method TWO.

  6. Place in an ideal location
    After placing your RP-N12 in an ideal location, RP-N12 connects to your router/AP in about one (1) minute.
    ASUS RP-N12 Wireless-N300 Range Extender fig4 NOTES:
    • Place your RP-N12 between your router/AP and wireless device to get the best extender performance.
    • Place your RP-N12 in a location where you can get green Wi-Fi LED.
    IMPORTANT!
    • To minimize interference, keep RP-N12 away from devices like cordless phones, Bluetooth devices and microwave ovens.
    • We recommend that you place your RP-N12 in open or spacious location.

Enjoy!
Your RP-N12’s wireless network name (SSID) changes to your existing Wi-Fi network name, ending with
_RPT and shares your router/AP’s Wireless Password.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What should I do if my router does not support WPS?
A1: You can use Method Two to set up RP-N12.

Q2: Why is that the Wi-Fi LED does not light up after completing Method Two?
A2: You may have entered the wrong router SSID and password. Reset your RP-N12, double check your router SSID/password, and set up RP-N12 again.

Q3: Why is it that I cannot see the login page after entering http://repeater.asus.com in the browser?
A3: Ensure that your computer is connected to the extender network only, and

Q4: How do I reset RP-N12?
A4: Using a pin, press the RESET button for about two (2) seconds. Wait for about five (5) seconds until the Wi-Fi LED flashs red.

Method Two

  1. Power On
    Place your RP-N12 near your router/AP and plug it to a power outlet. Wait until the Wi-Fi LED starts to blink green.
    ASUS RP-N12 Wireless-N300 Range Extender fig2

  2. Login
    Disconnect your Ethernet connection. On your Wi-Fi enabled device, such as your desktop PC/notebook/tablet, find the default network name of your RP-N12 and click or tap Connect.
    NOTE: The screenshot below is from a desktopPC.
    On a web browser, enter http://repeater.asus. com to access RP-N12 web GUI (graphical user interface). Enter admin as the username and password.

  3. Configure RP-N12
    IMPORTANT! For the best Wi-Fi extender performance, place your RP-N12 in an ideal location. Refer to Step 3 in Method One

  4. On a web browser, enter http://repeater.asus.com.

  5. Connect to a Wi-Fi network and when prompted, enter the security key. If your Wi-Fi network is hidden, click Manual setting.
    ASUS RP-N12 Wireless-N300 Range Extender fig9

  6. You can either tick “Use default setting” or enter the SSID and security key/password for your extended network. When done, click Next.

  7. NOTE: Your RP-N12’s wireless network name (SSID) changes to your existing Wi-Fi network name, ending with _RPT and shares your router/AP’s Wireless Password.
    ASUS RP-N12 Wireless-N300 Range Extender fig10

  8. Connect your wireless devices to the new Extender network.

  9. Place in an ideal location
    After placing your RP-N12 in an ideal location, RP-N12 connects to your router/AP in about one (1) minute.
    NOTES:
    • Place your RP-N12 between your router/AP and wireless device to get the best extender performance.
    • Place your RP-N12 in a location where you can get green Wi-Fi LED.
    IMPORTANT!
    • To minimize interference, keep RP-N12 away from devices like cordless phones, Bluetooth devices and micro-wave ovens.
    • We recommend that you place your RP-N12 in open or spacious location.

Enjoy!
Your RP-N12’s wireless network name (SSID) changes to your existing Wi-Fi network name, ending with _RPT and shares your router/AP’s Wireless Password.

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Media Bridge (Ethernet Adapter)
Set up RP-N12 via Method One or Method Two, then you can use it as a wireless adapter to connect Ethernet devices such as Bluray player, game console, DVR, or smart TV.

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Documents / Resources

| ASUS RP-N12 Wireless-N300 Range Extender [pdf] User Guide
RP-N12, Wireless-N300 Range Extender
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| ASUS RP-N12 Wireless-N300 Range Extender [pdf] User Guide
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