Mercusys ME20 AC750 Wi-Fi Range Extender User Manual

1. Introducció

This manual provides instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your Mercusys ME20 AC750 Wi-Fi Range Extender. The ME20 is designed to expand your existing Wi-Fi network coverage, eliminating dead zones and providing stable, fast dual-band Wi-Fi to areas previously unreachable by your main router.

2. Producte acabatview

2.1 Contingut del paquet

• Mercusys ME20 AC750 Wi-Fi Range Extender
• Guia d'instal·lació ràpida (aquest manual)

2.2 Aparença física

The Mercusys ME20 is a compact, wall-plug design. It features a signal indicator LED, a WPS/Reset button, and an Ethernet port.

Figura 2.2.1: Davant view of the Mercusys ME20 Wi-Fi Range Extender. The device is white with the MERCUSYS logo and a green signal indicator light at the bottom.

Figura 2.2.2: lateral view of the Mercusys ME20, showing the integrated power plug, an Ethernet port, and the WPS/Reset button. The device has ventilation holes along its side.

2.3 indicador LED

• Verd sòlid: Excellent connection to the host router.
• Taronja sòlida: Good connection to the host router.
• Vermell sòlid: Poor connection to the host router.
• Apagat: No connection or device is off.

2.4 Botons i ports

• Botó WPS/Restabliment: Press briefly to initiate WPS setup. Press and hold for 5 seconds to reset the extender to factory defaults.
• Ethernet Port (10/100 Mbps): Used for wired connections to devices like PCs, IPTVs, or game consoles.

3. Configuració

There are two methods to set up your Mercusys ME20 range extender: using the WPS button or via a web navegador.

3.1 Mètode 1: Ús del botó WPS (recomanat)

1. Encès: Plug the extender into an electrical outlet near your host router. Wait for the LED to turn solid red.
2. Premeu WPS al router: Premeu el botó WPS del vostre encaminador amfitrió.
3. Premeu WPS a l'extensor: Within two minutes, press the WPS/Reset button on your ME20 extender.
4. Observe LED: The LED on the extender will flash and then turn solid green or orange, indicating a successful connection.
5. Canvia l'extensor: Unplug the extender and move it to a location between your router and the Wi-Fi dead zone. Choose a spot where the LED is solid green or orange.

Figura 3.1.1: The Mercusys ME20 extender plugged into a standard wall socket, ready for setup. The device is compact and does not obstruct adjacent outlets.

Figura 3.1.2: The Mercusys ME20 extender positioned in a wall outlet, demonstrating its discreet integration into a home setting. The signal indicator light is visible.

3.2 Mètode 2: Via a Web Navegador

1. Encès: Plug the extender into an electrical outlet near your host router. Wait for the LED to turn solid red.
2. Connectar-se a l'extensor: On your computer or smartphone, connect to the Wi-Fi network named "MERCUSYS_EXTENDER" (or similar, check the label on the extender). No password is required.
3. Accés Web Interfície: Obre a web navegador i tipus mwlogin.net or the IP address (usually 192.168.1.1) into the address bar.
4. Crea una contrasenya d'inici de sessió: Crea una nova contrasenya d'inici de sessió per a la pàgina de gestió de l'extensor.
5. Selecciona la xarxa amfitriona: Follow the on-screen instructions to select your host Wi-Fi network and enter its password.
6. Canvia l'extensor: Unplug the extender and move it to a location between your router and the Wi-Fi dead zone. Choose a spot where the LED is solid green or orange.

Nota: If the LED is red after relocation, move the extender closer to the host router.

4. Instruccions de funcionament

4.1 Connexió de dispositius

Once the extender is successfully set up, devices can connect to the extended Wi-Fi network using the same network name (SSID) and password as your main router, or a new SSID if you configured one during setup.

• Dispositius sense fil: Connect smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other Wi-Fi enabled devices to the extended network.
• Dispositius amb cable: Use an Ethernet cable to connect devices like smart TVs, game consoles, or desktop PCs to the extender's Ethernet port for a stable wired connection.

4.2 Understanding the Signal Indicator

The multicolor LED on the front of the extender helps you determine the optimal placement for the best Wi-Fi extension.

• Verd sòlid: Indicates a strong signal from the host router. This is the ideal placement.
• Taronja sòlida: Indicates a moderate signal from the host router. The extender is functioning, but a stronger signal might be achievable by adjusting its position.
• Vermell sòlid: Indicates a weak signal from the host router. Move the extender closer to your host router.

5. Manteniment

5.1 Atenció general

• Keep the device in a dry environment, away from water and excessive humidity.
• Eviteu exposar el dispositiu a temperatures extremes.
• Ensure proper ventilation; do not block the ventilation holes.
• Netegeu el dispositiu amb un drap suau i sec. No utilitzeu netejadors líquids ni aerosols.

5.2 actualitzacions de microprogramari

Consulteu periòdicament el formulari oficial de Mercusys website for firmware updates. Updating the firmware can improve performance, add new features, and fix bugs. Refer to the Mercusys support page for specific instructions on how to update your ME20's firmware.

6. Solució De Problemes

6.1 No Internet Access After Connecting to Extender

• Check Host Router: Ensure your main router has internet access.
• Extender Placement: Verify the extender's LED is solid green or orange. If red, relocate it closer to the host router.
• Reinicieu: Try rebooting both your host router and the extender.
• Reconfigurar: Si els problemes persisteixen, proveu de reconfigurar l'extensor mitjançant el botó WPS o web mètode del navegador.

6.2 Slow Speed on Extended Network

• Extender Placement: The extender might be too far from the host router. Relocate it to a position where the LED is solid green.
• Interferència: Reduce interference from other electronic devices (e.g., microwaves, cordless phones) by moving the extender or the interfering devices.
• Congestió de la xarxa: Too many devices on the network can cause slowdowns.

6.3 How to Reset the Extender

To restore the extender to factory default settings, press and hold the WPS/Reset button for approximately 5 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly. Release the button and wait for the extender to restart.

7. Especificacions

8. Garantia i Suport

For warranty information, technical support, and further assistance, please visit the official Mercusys weblloc web. Hi podeu trobar preguntes freqüents, descàrregues de controladors i informació de contacte del servei d'atenció al client.

Mercusys Official Weblloc: www.mercusys.com