WAVLINK AC1200 Dual Band Wi-Fi Extender/AP Quick Start Guide

Overview

This guide provides instructions for setting up your WAVLINK AC1200 Dual Band Wi-Fi Extender/AP.

Device Components:

WPS Button Functionality:

Hold the WPS button on your router for a few seconds, then press and hold the WPS button on this device for 8 seconds. The pairing process is established in 2 minutes.

Reset Button Functionality:

Press and hold for 6 seconds to reset the Extender to factory default settings.

LED Indicators

LED Status Color Description
Stable Pink The device is being activated.
Fast Flash Pink The internet is not connected.
Slow Flash Pink The internet is connected but not accessible.
Stable Red The connection is bad.
Stable Blue The connection is good.
Fast Flash Blue WPS is trying to establish connection to your router.
Slow Flash Blue WPS is trying to establish connection to the client.

Default Parameters

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Option I: Setup via Wireless

  1. Plug the extender into a power outlet.
  2. Connection: Turn on Wi-Fi on your wireless devices (smartphone, tablet, laptop) and search for the product's SSID. Connect to it.
  3. Launch a browser on your laptop/PC or smartphone and enter wifi.wavlink.com or 192.168.10.1 in the address field.
  4. Select a language and set a new login password according to the rules.
  5. Mode Selection:
    • Repeater Mode: Select "Repeater mode", then choose an upstream router manually or automatically.
    • AP Mode: Select "AP mode". You can keep the old SSID or create new ones, then set up a password according to the rules.

Image Description: A screenshot showing the WAVLINK login page with fields for username and password.

Image Description: A diagram illustrating the connection process for Repeater Mode, showing a router connected to the extender wirelessly.

Image Description: A diagram illustrating the connection process for AP Mode, showing a router connected to the extender via an Ethernet cable.

Option II: Setup via WPS

  1. Press and hold the WPS or Pair button of your router. Refer to your router manufacturer for the correct duration.
  2. Press and hold the WPS button of the WAVLINK device for 6 seconds until the status LED turns solid blue, indicating the pairing process is complete.

Image Description: A diagram showing the WPS button on a router and the WPS button on the WAVLINK device.

Wi-Fi Password Management

For network security, it is recommended to create a new Wi-Fi password when using the extender mode. Refer to "Notes" for password setup guidelines.

Smart Connect:

In AP mode, the wireless signal originates from the device. In Repeater mode, the wireless signal is extended from the router.

Image Description: A screenshot showing Wi-Fi password management settings, including fields for Wi-Fi password and mode selection (Repeater Mode, AP Mode).

Firmware Upgrade

To update the firmware:

  1. Download the latest firmware file from the Wavlink website.
  2. Extract the firmware file.
  3. Log in to wifi.wavlink.com or 192.168.10.1, then navigate to "Setup" and select "Upgrade Firmware".
  4. Click "Browse" to locate the firmware file.
  5. Click "Apply" and wait for the upgrade to complete. Do NOT power off the device during the upgrade.

What is firmware upgrade? Firmware updates fix bugs, introduce new features, and improve product performance. For device updates and security, please contact Wavlink support. Incorrect firmware upgrades may damage the device and void the warranty.

For more details, visit www.wavlink.com or contact Technical Support at support@wavlink.com.

Image Description: A screenshot showing the firmware upgrade interface with options to browse for a firmware file and apply the upgrade.

FAQ

For more details, please visit https://www.wavlink.com/en_us/faq.html.

GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE NOTICE

This product includes software codes developed by third parties, subject to the GNU General Public License (GPL) Version 2 or GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL) Version 2.1. Users can copy, distribute, and/or modify these codes according to the terms of GPL or LGPL.

For complete source code or additional source code files under GPL, please contact Wavlink. Wavlink is committed to meeting GPL requirements. Contact your local Wavlink office with your contact details (full address) and product code to receive a software package with the software and license for free.

The programs are distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Refer to the GNU General Public License website for further information:

WEEE Directive & Product Disposal

At the end of its service life, this product should not be treated as household or general waste. Hand it over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment, or return it to the supplier for disposal.

Thank you for purchasing a WAVLINK product!

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Models: AC1200 Dual Band Wi-Fi Extender AP, Out Door Wireless ap, Router

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