WiFi Networks

On the Main tab, the list of available WiFi Networks provides useful information and sorting of wire-

less signals. The number of networks is displayed, as are the signal details. All networks are sorted

top to bottom in order of signal strength (strongest to weakest) from the time of the Scan.

The letter to the left of the signal strength bars denotes the type of network whether 802.11

b

,

g

, or

n

(oldest and slowest technology to newest and fastest from left to right). The signal bars are color cod-

ed to help emphasize their strength (red is weakest and green is strongest).

Speedtest results are also displayed once the network has successfully been connected to and

Speedtested. Creating a network Tag is also possible for each WiFi Network by clicking the Tag

checkbox. A prompt window will appear so that you can select the type of Tag that you would like to

create for this WiFi Network.

Type

(encryption)

OPEN

No password required for connecting and common for free public WiFi Hotspots

FILTERED

No password required yet a

passcode

or terms acceptance on a web page is required

WEP

Password is required for connecting and this is an older and weaker form of security

WPA

Password is required for connecting and this is the latest and strongest form of security

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Private Broadcast

On the WiFi tab, customize the WiFiRanger’s private wireless signal.

Broadcast

*

In general, it is not recommended to turn the Broadcast to Off. In cases of paired WFRControl

systems, it may be preferable to turn the Broadcast of the Slave to Off, minimizing wireless

noise.

Hidden Network

*

Hiding the signal is not recommended. This setting is for limited purposes. Prior to hiding the

signal, take the same precaution listed above for when turning the WiFi Broadcast Off.

Name (SSID)

Personalize your signal by changing the Name. It is recommended to change the Name at the

same time of making a Password change, as your computers and devices may get confused

and have mix-matched passwords stored for the WiFiRanger.

Password (WPA Key)

When setting up the WiFiRanger for the first time, it is highly recommended to change the

Password from the default. Once the new Password is Saved, your device’s connection will

be knocked off, as the WiFiRanger is resetting its broadcast to use the new password. Once

disconnected, reconnect your computer or device to the WiFiRanger and enter the new

Password. It is recommended to personalize the Name along with the Password.

Encryption

*

Modify the type of security if some older devices do not support the default WPA2 AES en-

cryption which is the latest and most secure type.

*R

EQUIRES

H

IDE

A

DVANCED

F

EATURES

O

FF

ON

S

ETUP

TAB

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Updating

It is highly recommended to keep the WiFiRanger updated and on the current firmware version. This

ensures best performance and highest security possible.

1)

Connect WiFiRanger to stable Internet

R

ELIABLE

INTERNET

AND

POWER

IS

CRUCIAL

FOR

MINIMIZING

POTENTIAL

UPGRADE

FAILURE

2) Click Check for Updates on Control Panel

T

HIS

MAY

HAVE

ALREADY

OCCURRED

UPON

GETTING

THE

W

I

F

I

R

ANGER

ONLINE

3) Click Update Firmware link if available

T

HE

C

HECK

FOR

U

PDATES

BUTTON

WILL

ONLY

CHANGE

TO

THE

FIRMWARE

LINK

IF

AN

UPDATE

IS

AVAILABLE

4) Follow instructions shown on screen

G

ENERALLY

WAIT

FOR

THE

W

I

F

I

R

ANGER

TO

COMPLETE

THE

UPDATE

ON

ITS

OWN

AND

LEAVE

IT

POWERED

UP

Cautions & Risks

Leaving the WiFiRanger alone for several minutes will allow the update to complete. If the WiFi-

Ranger loses either power or internet during the update process, the router may become inaccessible

and unresponsive. In the unfortunate and infrequent event of an upgrade failure, contact WiFiRanger

support to receive the appropriate troubleshooting and solution.

Upgrading Multiple WiFiRangers

For owners of multiple WiFiRanger routers, we have simplified the update process so that it is all

done automatically if WFRControl is properly setup. Just get on the Control Panel of your Go/Go2

(master) and follow the update procedure as outlined above.

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C

ONNECTIONS

To access the more advanced configuration details of each Internet Connector, ensure that it is Active

and then click the Settings gear icon on the Setup tab.

Ether net WAN

Use Ethernet WAN for internet via a hardwired connection from a Cable or DSL modem. By default

Ethernet WAN is Active on the Setup tab. This connection type is very simple, as it only requires an

ethernet cable be plugged into the designated Ethernet WAN port of the WiFiRanger.

On the Setup tab, by clicking the gear Settings icon of Ethernet WAN,

the Ethernet Port selection is exposed. Here the port can actually be

changed to the desired one. It is recommended to leave it on the de-

fault WAN port, but the option to modify the port designation is avail-

able.

A second Ethernet WAN port can be assigned in order to have two

Ethernet WAN internet sources. This allows for improved internet sta-

blity and redundancy. Simply check Ethernet WAN 2 as Active, then expand its Settings to select

which port to assign for the secondary Ethernet WAN.

Toggling POE’s 2nd Port

For WiFiRanger Mobile, Marine, Sky, or Elite products that are using a POE power supply, it is possi-

ble to toggle the secondary ethernet port (labeled

LAN

) of the adapter to act as either a WAN or LAN

port. Having Ethernet WAN Active allows you to hardwire the WiFiRanger to an internet source as

outlined above. Making Ethernet WAN inactive causes the WiFiRanger to use the secondary port of

the POE as a LAN connection for hardwiring one computer, device, or switch.

Secondary Port as WAN

Check Ethernet WAN as Active on the Setup tab then click Save Changes

Secondary Port as LAN

Uncheck Ethernet WAN making it inactive on the Setup tab then click Save Changes

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Inter nal WiFi

The primary purpose of WiFiRangers has been to connect to the internet through other wireless sig-

nals. This is a very unique feature, and is one that was pioneered by the makers of WiFiRanger.

WiFi For WAN is a term used for this functionality, which denotes the WiFiRanger’s ability to use other

WiFi Networks in a similar way to a hardwired WAN connection.

To use Internal WiFi, simply Scan & Connect or setup Auto Connect as desired. Internal WiFi is capa-

ble of connecting to any standard wireless signal that provides internet, including Public Hotspots,

Home Networks, Hotel Networks, MiFi Signals, Smartphone Signals, etc.

Cellular

Indoor WiFiRanger routers that are equipped with a USB port which supports plug-n-play use of par-

ticular Aircards, Smartphones, and MiFi devices. Ensure that the device is activated and has service

before attempting to use with the WiFiRanger. For a list of supported devices, go to

wifiranger.com

In general, no settings need to be changed on the WiFiRanger in order for a supported Aircard or MiFi

device to tether. If unable to connect to a support device after verifying that all of its settings are cor-

rect, then contact WiFiRanger support for assistance. Additional settings are available to troubleshoot

Cellular by turning Hide Advanced Features Off on the Setup tab. Now on the Setup tab, click the

gear Settings icon to reveal additional settings. By default, Automatic is selected for Carrier which is

the recommended option. Any supported device should work with Automatic selected.

F

OR

TETHERING

THE

N

OVATEL

4620L/LE M

I

F

I

DEVICE

,

FOLLOW

THE

SEPARATE

GUIDE

AVAILABLE

AT

WIFIRANGER

.

COM

W

HEN

PLUGGING

USB A

IRCARDS

IN

,

IT

IS

RECOMMENDED

TO

USE

A

USB

EXTENSION

CABLE

BETWEEN

THE

W

I

F

I

R

ANGER

AND

A

IRCARD

. T

HIS

ENSURES

PROPER

SEATING

OF

THE

USB

CONNECTION

,

AND

ALLOWS

THE

A

IRCARD

TO

BE

PLACED

IN

AN

OPTIMAL

LOCATION

FOR

C

ELLULAR

RECEPTION

.

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