MERCUSYS MW300RE 300Mbps WiFi Range Extender Installation Guide
- June 7, 2024
- MERCUSYS
Table of Contents
Quick
Installation Guide
Range Extender
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Power on
Plug the extender into a power outlet near your router, and the Signal LED turns solid red.
Connect to the extender
Connect your wireless device to the extender’s network MERCUSYS_RE_XXXX.
Note: The default SSID (network name) is printed on the product label at
the back of the extender.
Configure
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Launch a web browser and enter http://mwlogin.net. Create a password for future login attempts.
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Select your router’s host network and enter the
network password when prompted. -
Check the Signal LED on your extender. A Green or orange LED indicates a successful connection.
Relocate
To achieve better signal quality, plug in the extender halfway between your router and the Wi-Fi dead zone.
Enjoy!
Connect your device to the extender using the extended SSID. The default Wi-Fi
password is the same as your host network.
LED Explanation (For Range Extender Mode)
| Off | The power is off. |
|---|---|
| Blinking | The extender is starting or connecting to the |
host network.
Solid Red| The extender is not connected to the host
network.
Solid Green| The extender is connected to the host network
and works well.
Solid Orange| The extender is connected to the host network,
but is too far away from the router.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1 How do I configure the extender using WPS?
- Plug the extender into a power outlet near your router, and wait until the Signal LED is lit and solid red.
- Press the WPS button on your router.
- Within 2 minutes, press the WPS or RESET/WPS button on the extender. The LED should change from blinking to a solid state, indicating a successful WPS connection.
Q2 How do I reset the extender?
- With the extender powered on, press and hold the Reset or RESET/WPS button until the Signal LED turns off, then release the button. When the Signal LED turns solid on, the reset process is complete.
Q3 What should I do if I cannot access the extender’s web management page?
- Make sure your wireless device is connected to the extended network using the extended SSID.
- Verify that http://mwlogin.net is correctly entered in the web browser.
- If you are using a computer, make sure it is set to obtain an IP address automatically.
- Refer to Q2 to reset the extender and try again.
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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