Merlin Xtend User manual

Brand: Merlin

Model: Xtend

Type: User manual

Merlin Xtend is a versatile device designed to extend the range of your existing Wi-Fi network or act as a standalone router. With its multiple modes, it offers flexible solutions for various networking needs:

Wireless AP Mode: Connect the Xtend to your router via LAN cable to create a new Wi-Fi access point, extending the wireless coverage in your home or office.
Wireless Repeater Mode: Wirelessly connect the Xtend to your existing Wi-Fi network, amplifying the signal and eliminating dead zones. It maintains the same SSID and password as the parent network.
Router Mode: If you only have a DSL/cable modem, the Xtend can function as a standalone router, providing a Wi-Fi network with its own SSID and password.

Wireless AP Mode: Connect the Xtend to your router via LAN cable to create a new Wi-Fi access point, extending the wireless coverage in your home or office.
Wireless Repeater Mode: Wirelessly connect the Xtend to your existing Wi-Fi network, amplifying the signal and eliminating dead zones. It maintains the same SSID and password as the parent network.
Router Mode: If you only have a DSL/cable modem, the Xtend can function as a standalone router, providing a Wi-Fi network with its own SSID and password.

Xtend

Default Parameters

Default IP: 192.168.10.1

2.4G SSID: Wireless-N

5G/AC SSID: Wireless-AC

Wireless Ley: no

LED indicators

POWER

WifFi/WPS

LAN

& LAN/WAN

ON: The Device is power on

OFF: The Device is not receiving electrical power.

ON: The Ethernet port is connected.

OFF: The ethernet port is disconnected.

Flashing: Transferring data to/from a network device

Flashing: WPS connection is established or WPS signal

of another device expected

Available Modes:

Wireless AP mode:

In this mode the X-Tend acts as a Wi-Fi extender. It is connected

to the existing network via a LAN cable and creates a Wireless

access point.

Wireless Repeater mode:

In this mode the X-Tend acts as a Wi-Fi repeater. It will connect to

the existing network through Wi-Fi and extend the signal using

the same SSID.

Router Mode:

In this mode the X-tend will act as a router. In cases where only a

DSL/cable modem is available the X-Tend can act as a router. It

should be connected via LAN cable from the DSL modem and

will create a Wi-Fi network.

Introduc�on:

Thank you for purchasing this Merlin Product. Please read the

instruction manual carefully before using the product.

The documentation provided will allow you to fully enjoy all

the features this unit has to oer.

Please save this manual for future reference.

Instruc�ons:

The Xtend is designed to extend the Wi-Fi in your home or

small oce when a router does not have enough range.

1. Power LED

2. LAN LED

3. WAN/LAD LED

4. WiFi/WPS LED

5. Power On/O

( for Product B )

6. WPS Button

7. Mode Selector

8. Reset Button: 3 seconds

9. LAN Port

10. WAN/LAN Port

3) Open a web browser and connect to the following

address, “http://192.168.0.1” or “http://ag.setup”. This is the

default address for the X-Tend. If you are unable to

connect to the X-Tend it might not in the default settings

please try and reset the X-Tend and try again. To Reset the

X-Tend, press the reset button for 10 seconds.

4) A login screen will appear enter the username and

password here. The default username is “admin” and

default password is “admin”.

5) After logging in you will see a screen such as the one

shown below. Click on the “Repeater wizard” button.

6) A list of all the WiFi network the X-Tend can see will

appear. Select the one you want to connect to.

7) A new window will show up that will ask the passkey for

that network. Please enter the passkey and select “Apply”.

After applying the X-Tend will reboot and be available for

access via the router’s SSID and Passkey

C) Setting up the X-Tend using a LAN cable.

1) Connect a CAT5/6 cable between the X-Tend and a

computer. Plug the X-Tend into a wall socket

2) Please follow step 3 to 7 of the above conguration to

setup in this mode.

Conﬁguring in Wi-Fi Repeater mode:

A) Using WPS button:

Check that your router has a WPS button, usually at the

back of the router. If it does please proceed with the

following steps. If not please use the next method to

congure the X-Tend.

1) Set the selector switch to AP/Repeater mode.

2) Plug the X-Tend into a Wall Socket.

3) Press the WPS button on the X-Tend for 6 seconds. The

Wi-Fi/WPS LED will ash for 2 minutes

4) With the 2 minutes press the WPS button on your router

for 2 seconds. (The WPS settings dier from router to

router, please refer to your models user manual if it has

special conguration requirements)

The X-Tend then connects with the Wi-Fi router

automatically and copies over the settings. The SSID and

passkey remains the same as that of the wireless router.

B) Setting up the X-Tend wirelessly.

For this conguration, you will need a computer.

1) Set the selector switch to AP/Repeater mode and plug the

X-Tend into a wall socket.

2) Go to your computers wireless connections screen. In

there you should see an access point called “Wireless AC”

or “Wireless N”. Select it and click connect. Wait for a few

moments.

Conﬁguring Wi-Fi AP mode:

1) Set the selector switch to “AP/Repeater” mode and plug

the X-Tend into a wall socket.

2) Connect a CAT5/6 cable between the X-Tend and a router.

3) Open a web browser and connect to the following

address, “http://192.168.0.1” or “http://ag.setup”. This is the

default address for the X-Tend. If you are unable to connect

to the X-Tend it might not in the default settings please try

and reset the X-Tend and try again. To Reset the X-Tend,

press the reset button for 10 seconds.

4) A login screen will appear enter the username and

password here. The default username is “admin” and

default password is “admin”.

5) After logging in you will see the X-Tend settings screen.

Click on the “AP wizard” button.

6) In the “AP Wizard” screen please select your SSID and

Passkey. When selected click the “Apply” button.

7) The X-Tend will now reboot. After rebooting the X-Tend

will be available with the SSID and Passkey that was

entered.

Conﬁguring Wi-Fi Router mode:

In this mode the X-Tend can be used a regular Wireless

Router. It is best suited when the user has a DSL/Cable

modem but no other router.

1) Set the selector switch to “Router” mode and plug the

X-Tend into a wall socket.

2) Connect the DSL/Cable modem with the Extend via a LAN

(Cat5/6) cable.

3) Open a web browser and connect to the following

address, “http://192.168.0.1” or “http://ag.setup”. This is the

default address for the X-Tend. If you are unable to connect

to the X-Tend it might not in the default settings please try

and reset the X-Tend and try again. To Reset the X-Tend,

press the reset button for 10 seconds.

4) A login screen will appear enter the username and

password here. The default username is “admin” and

default password is “admin”.

5) After logging in you will see a screen such as the one

shown below. Click on the “Router wizard” button.

6) Next choose your WAN connection type.

a. Dynamic IP: In this mode the IP address is obtained from

the DHCP server or the ISP. No more conguration is

needed. Please proceed to the wireless conguration.

b. PPPoE (DSL Dial-up) is selected please enter the

username and password you received from your ISP.

Remember these elds are case sensitive.

c. Static IP: If this type is chosen please enter the IP Address,

Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and etc.

7) Next setup the wireless settings with a SSID, Security

mode and Passkey and press “Apply”.

8) The X-tend will reboot and after a minute be ready for

usage.

Management via Web browser:

1) When accessing the X-Tend’s settings the Wi-Fi

conguration can be changed. Click “Wi-Fi -> Basic

Settings”. Here the basic settings can be changed and

optimized as per customers’ requirements. Please

remember to click “apply” and wait for the X-Tend to reboot

for the settings to take eect.

2) Change default password: The default username and

password can be changed. It is recommended customers

change the default password as it can pose a security risk

if it stays unchanged.

a. In the web browser go to the X-Tend’s IP address. Then

click on “Management -> Password”.

b. Here the username and password can be changed. Please

make a note of your new password on a piece of paper and

save it on a safe place.

c. Click the “apply” button to save the settings. The Xtend will

log o.

3) Firmware Upgrade: Firmware upgrades a rarely needed. If

wrong rmware is uploaded or if it is incorrectly uploaded

the X-Tend can become unusable. In case you require a

rmware update please contact the Merlin Support Centre

for assistance.

4) Backup, Restore and Factory reset.

a. In the web browser screen of the X-Tend click the

“Save/Reload Settings”. This will display the page when the

settings can be saved, loaded and the settings be reset.

b. With the “Save settings” button all the X-Tend’s settings

can be saved to a le for safe keeping.

c. With the “Load settings eld a previously saved

conguration can be uploaded to the X-Tend.

d. While the “Reset settings” will reset the X-Tend to factory

defaults.

5) Adding wireless computer to X-Tend

a. Log onto your computer.

b. Click on the wi- (icon) or lan(icon) in the system tray

located in the bottom right corner.

c. A list will appear of all the networks that are available.

Choose the one you wish to connect to.

d. Enter the passkey if required by the network. A

conrmation message will be displayed once the

computer is connected to the machine.

e.To conrm the computer is connected open the control

panel and select network. Look for “view network

computers and devices.” You should see an icon

for the computer you added. If it is not there check that

network sharing is turned on.

6) Adding a computer to the X-Tend using WPS

1. First check if your device is supports WPS in its operating

instructions.

2. Log onto the computer

3. Press the WPS button on the X-Tend for 6 seconds. The

Wi-Fi/WPS LED will ash for 2 minutes.

4. Within the 2 minutes please press the WPS button on your

other device.

5. To conrm the computer is connected open the control

panel and select network. Look for “view network

computers and devices.” You should see an icon

for the computer you added. If it is not there check that

network sharing is turned on.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Merlin Products are covered by a limited one-year

warranty policy. If the product suers from a

manufacturing defect, the customer will receive a

replacement if claimed within 15 days of the purchase

date. Otherwise, the product will be inspected for

possible repair options. The product will either be

repaired and returned free of charge, or replaced. All

repair services past the one-year warranty period will

be charged for any repairs that need to be made.

If the client is located outside the UAE, or is otherwise

unable to personally deliver the defective product to

our service center or retail outlets, he/she may send it

via post at his/her own cost. The repaired/replaced

product will then be returned to the client via courier

mail at Merlin’s cost, as long as the warranty period is

still active.

Important: This limited warranty DOES NOT COVER

normal wear and tear, accidents, damage during

transit, misuse, abuse or neglect. Attempting to

disassemble the unit will render the warranty null and

void.

Maintenance:

1) The device does not have any user-serviceable parts.

Disassembling the device will void warranty.

2) Retain these instructions for future use.

3) Clean the product with a damp cloth and mild soap.

4) Do not immerse this product in any liquid such as water.

FAQ:

Q) The X-Tend isn’t showing up as a wi option on my phone.

A) Check that the X-Tend is properly connected to a wall

socket for it to get power. If it still does not show up. Please

check the settings of the unit.

Q) The wi has very bad signal.

A) If your device is setup as a repeater please check that it’s

powered up and the settings are correctly inserted.

7) Adding a wired (Lan) computer to the X-Tend

a. Plug the X-Tend into a wall socket.

b. Connect the enclosed Cat5/6 cable to the Computer and

the other end to the X-Tend.

c. To conrm the computer is connected open the control

panel and select network. Look for “view network

computers and devices.” You should see an icon

for the computer you added. If it is not there check that

network sharing is turned on.

8) How to congure your computer with a network IP

address

a. Log onto the computer

b. Open “Control Panel” and click “View network status and

tasks”.

c. Click “manage connections”.

d. Right click on “Local Area Network” and select

“Properties”.

e. From the list select “Internet Protocol Version 4

(TCP/IPv4).

f. Then click properties.

g. To manually set your IP address populate the following

elds. IP address 192.168.0.X (X can be from 2 to 254). Set

the subnet mask to 255.255.255.0. For the default

gateway enter 192.168.0.1 (this is the X-Tend’s default

address).

192.168.0.

255.255.255.0.

192.168.0.1

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Merlin Xtend User manual

Brand: Merlin

Model: Xtend

Type: User manual

Wireless AP Mode: Connect the Xtend to your router via LAN cable to create a new Wi-Fi access point, extending the wireless coverage in your home or office.
Wireless Repeater Mode: Wirelessly connect the Xtend to your existing Wi-Fi network, amplifying the signal and eliminating dead zones. It maintains the same SSID and password as the parent network.
Router Mode: If you only have a DSL/cable modem, the Xtend can function as a standalone router, providing a Wi-Fi network with its own SSID and password.

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