Amped Wireless RTA15 - High Power 700mW Dual Band AC Wi-Fi Router User Manual
Setup guide, Rta15, Disconnect & power off your existing router
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Disconnect & Power Off your Existing Router
(if available)
Power Off your Modem
The Dashboard will provide you with the current
status of the Router.
If the Dashboard shows that you are connected
to the Internet, then you're done. You may now
browse the Internet.
If you wish to configure additional settings or
if the Dashboard shows a problem with your
Internet connection, click Basic Setup to configure:
Internet Connection Settings
Wi-Fi Settings
Click
Basic Setup
to begin.
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Configure your Internet Connection
Automatically configure your Internet settings
by clicking on Automatic Configuration.
More advanced users may choose to
configure their connection manually by
selecting Manual Configuration.
If your Internet provider requires that you log
in before accessing the Internet, you will need
to do so under Manual Configuration.
If the Automatic Configuration was successful,
you will be directed to a Configuration
Successful page.
Click
Next
to continue.
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Configure your Wireless and Security Settings
If there is a problem with the Automatic
Configuration, the wizard will notify you of the
issue. If you continue to have problems, contact
our support department at 888-573-8820.
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Welcome to the Dashboard
Disconnect your existing router from your computer, your
broadband modem, and its power outlet. If you do not have
an existing router please continue to Step 2.
Power off the modem by disconnecting the modem’s power
adapter from the power outlet. If your modem has a backup
battery, remove the backup battery from your modem.
Accessing the setup menu does not require Internet access. The menu is served from the Router.
NOTE: IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS ACCESSING THE WEB MENU
Disable any third party firewalls that your computer may have on (e.g., Norton/ZoneAlarm/Windows Defender).
Check to see that your computer is NOT connected to any wireless networks.
IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS ACCESSING THE WEB MENU...
Open your Web Browser
If the URL fails to open, then try: http://192.168.3.1
Enter the setup web address into your browser:
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When prompted, enter the login and password:
http://setup.ampedwireless.com
LOGIN:
admin
PASSWORD:
admin
Do NOT power on your modem until Step 4.
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Attach the Antennas to their Specific Connectors on the Router
Attach the three included Antennas to
their corresponding numbers:
Antenna 1 (5.0GHz only) to Antenna Port 1
Antenna 2 (2.4 and 5.0GHz) to Antenna Port 2
Antenna 3 (2.4GHz only) to Antenna Port 3
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Modem
Remove
Backup battery
Existing Router
Modem
Congratulations, the Router is now successfully
configured and your settings are now saved. You
may now connect additional devices directly
to the 4 wired ports on the back panel or
connect wirelessly to the Router.
Modem
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Router
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Setup Summary
The default ID of your 2.4GHz wireless network is:
Amped_RTA15_2.4
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID
field. Users connecting wirelessly to the Router
will use this ID to identify your 2.4GHz wireless
network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) of your
2.4GHz wireless network is:
wireless
To change it, enter a new key in the Security Key
field. The key must be at least 8 characters long.
Click
Next
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o apply your settings. The Router
will reboot. This process may take up to 1
minute. The page will automatically reload after
the countdown. If it does not, you may need to
refresh the page manually or check your
connection to the router.
2.4GHz Wireless Settings
The default ID of your 5.0GHz wireless network is:
Amped_RTA15_5.0
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID
field. Users connecting wirelessly to the Router
will use this ID to identify your 5.0GHz wireless
network.
The default Security Key (WPA/WPA2) of your
5.0GHz wireless network is:
wireless
To change it, enter a new key in the Security Key
field. The key must be at least 8 characters long.
Click
Next
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o apply your settings and continue
with the settings for your 2.4GHz network.
5.0GHz Wireless Settings
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Connect the Router to your Modem
Use the included blue Ethernet cable and
connect one end of the cable to your modem.
Connect the other end of the cable to the blue
port on the Router.
Modem
Do NOT connect the power adapter to the
Router at this time.
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Power On your Modem
Plug in the power adapter and reinsert the backup battery
(if available) to power on the modem.
Allow a minute or two for the modem to initiate.
Modem
Reinsert
Backup battery
Connect the included grey Ethernet cable to
an available network port on your computer
or connect to the Router's Wi-Fi network:
Amped_RTA15_2.4 or Amped_RTA15_5.0
Password: wireless
Attach the Power Adapter to the Router’s
port and a power outlet.
PWR
Power On the Router and Connect it to your Computer
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Double check that the modem is connected
to the Router's Modem port.
Check that your antennas are attached to their
corresponding antenna connectors.
Click
Next
to continue.
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Welcome to the Basic Setup Wizard
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SETUP GUIDE
High Power 700mW Dual Band AC Wi-Fi Router
Need Help? Give us a call.
Phone: 888-573-8820
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support
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RTA15
Need Help? Give us a call.
Phone: 888-573-8820
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support
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