Amped Wireless RTA1200 - High Power AC1200 Wi-Fi Router - Manual

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Disconnect & Power Off your Existing Router
(if available)
Power Off your Modem
If this is your first time setting up the Router, the
Setup Wizard should automatically load.
Double check that the modem is connected to
the Router's Modem port.
Check that your antennas are all attached firmly
to the antenna connectors.
Click Next to continue.
If the Dashboard loads, scroll to the bottom and
click the
Setup Wizard button to access the wizard.
If you wish to manually configure your Router you
can also choose to skip the Setup Wizard.
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Internet Connection Detection
The Wizard will try to detect your Internet settings
and configure the Router. Please be patient.
Once your Wizard has configured your Internet
settings you should see a green check mark.
Click
Next to continue.
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Personalize your Wi-Fi Settings
If there is a problem with your Internet connection
or if your Internet provider requires that you log in
before accessing the Internet, a prompt will appear
notifying you of the issue.
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Welcome to the Setup Wizard
Disconnect your existing router from your computer, your
broadband modem, and a 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.
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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http://setup.ampedwireless.com
Do NOT power on your modem until Step 4.
Existing Router Modem
Modem
Router
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b
The default ID of your 5GHz Wi-Fi network and
2.4GHz Wi-Fi network is:
Amped_RTA1200_5.0
Amped_RTA1200_2.4
To change it, enter a new name in the SSID field. Users
connecting wirelessly to the Router will use these IDs to
identify your Wi-Fi networks.
The default Security Key of your Wi-Fi networks
is:
wireless
T o change them, enter a new key for both the 5GHz
and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi networks in the Security Key field.
The keys must be at least 8 characters long.
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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. a
Connect the other end of the cable to the blue
port on the Router.
Modem
b
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.
Attach the antennas to the antenna connectors
on the Router. a
Connect the included grey Ethernet cable to
an available network port on your computer
or connect to the Router's Wi-Fi network:
Amped_RTA1200_5.0 or Amped_RTA1200_2.4
Password: wireless
Amped_RTA1200_5.0 Amped_RTA1200_2.4
b
Attach the Power Adapter to the Router’s
port and a power outlet. PWR
c
c
b
a
Attach Antennas, Power On & Connect to your Computer 5
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 wire-
lessly to the Router.
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Setup Summary
GOT QUESTIONS?
Phone: 888-573-8820 or 909-217-3168
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support
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Once you have completed the Setup Wizard, you
will now see the Dashboard when you access
http://setup.ampedwireless.com. You will not see
the Setup Wizard again. Through the Dashboard
you can further adjust settings and access the
features of the Router. Here you will find features like
Guest Networks, User Access Controls, Wi-Fi
Coverage Controls, Parental Controls and many
other features.
Dashboard
Create a Password for your Router
This password is NOT your Wi-Fi connection pass-
word. This password is to access the web menu of
the Router to access additional router settings.
Leave this blank if you do not wish to have a
password.
Click Apply to save 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.
Modem
Remove
Backup Battery
Modem
Reinsert
Backup Battery
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 third-party firewalls such as Norton, ZoneAlarm or Windows Defender.
Check to see that your computer is NOT connected to any wireless networks.
IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS ACCESSING THE WEB MENU...
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SETUP GUIDE
GOT QUESTIONS?
Phone: 888-573-8820 or 909-217-3168
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.ampedwireless.com/support
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HIGH POWER AC1200 WI-FI ROUTER
RTA1200